Beaches
Summer’s End: The Costa Blanca Braces for a Drop in UK Tourist Numbers
As the sun sets in the final days of August, the Costa Blanca prepares for a familiar transition. The vibrant, bustling resorts that have served as a second...
The Blue Dragon’s Arrival: A Beautiful but Dangerous Visitor on the Costa Blanca
The beautiful and otherworldly “blue dragon” sea slug, Glaucus atlanticus, has been spotted on beaches along the Costa Blanca and other Spanish...
Benidorm adds three children’s amphibious chairs to accessible beach areas
Benidorm Council has enhanced the city’s accessible shore areas by acquiring three new amphibious chairs for users. In particular, the three...
The 29th Santa Pola Sunrise Race expands registration to 1,800 runners to break its own record
The Race to the Dawn, one of the most iconic races on the Costa Blanca, will take place on Sunday, August 31st. The race will traverse the Santa Pola...
Alicante treats 159 people for heat illness over the weekend
This weekend, the Social Emergency and Reception Centre (CAUS) in Alicante Council provided treatment to 159 individuals in response to the extreme...
Benidorm offers talks to beachgoers to raise awareness about the value of posidonia
A series of informative talks has been organised by the Beaches Department of Benidorm Council, which is managed by Mónica Gómez, to increase awareness among...
A 21-year-old man drowns in a swimming pool in Calpe
A 21-year-old male passed away in Calpe due to drowning in a swimming pool, according to the Emergency Information and Coordination Centre (CICU). The medical...
Alicante launches a noise-reduction campaign until September 30th
A special programme has been initiated by the Alicante City Council to monitor and sanction violations of the municipal ordinance on Protection against Noise...
Cartagena’s Local Police are closing in on the drinking parties and the gorillas
This summer, Local Police officers have increased their surveillance patrols in coastal regions of the municipality, including Cabo de Palos, La Manga, La...
Guardamar beach lifeguards protest delayed payroll payments
It is now evident that the organisation that has been granted the contract to provide beach lifeguarding services in Guardamar del Segura in 2025 is exceeding...
