summer
The health bill for tourists during the summer exceeds 150 million a year
When travelling on vacation to any country within the European Union, it is mandatory to obtain a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) to ensure that you can...
Alicante-Elche Airport increases anti-piracy controls
Alicante-Elche Airport is embarking on a novel approach to vehicle arrival restrictions by inviting bids for the renovation of its parking areas, which will...
A New Academic Year on the Costa Blanca: More than just a return to the classroom
As the long, sun-soaked days of summer fade, a different kind of buzz fills the air along Spain’s stunning Costa Blanca. While tourists pack their bags,...
Mercadona clarifies the limit for paying with cash and how many coins it accepts per purchase
Following a 9% increase in sales to €38.8 billion, Mercadona achieved a record turnover of €1.384 billion in 2024, which is 37% higher than the previous year....
A Farewell to Summer: Water Parks Closing on the Costa Blanca as School Reopen
As the sun-drenched days of August come to an end, a familiar shift takes place on the Costa Blanca. The thrilling slides and lazy rivers of the region’s...
43% of tap water is now desalinated in the main municipalities of the province of Alicante
According to data from the Mancomunidad de Canales del Taibilla (MCT) for the current hydrological year, 43% of the water that flows from the tap in 35...
Electricity prices plummet today: The cheapest time to turn on the air conditioning
Summer is the one season in which it is crucial to be particularly cognisant of the cost of electricity. It is common for the account to increase at the end...
The Punta Prima beach bar reopens after two years
Orihuela Council is able to open the doors of some of their most anticipated beach establishments, despite the fact that “there are no more summer days...
Alicante surpasses 200 heat-related deaths in four deadly days
This summer, in the Valencian Community, the province of Alicante is responsible for the preponderance of heat-related fatalities. The Ministry of...
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...
