ALICANTE NEWS

Wetherspoon is already opening its 2nd and 3rd pubs in Spain! Here's where...The announcement comes hot on the heels of the company’s first foray into Spanish pubs a month ago Following the success of its newly opened pub at Alicante Airport in February 2026, UK pub chain J D Wetherspoon is already planning to open two.. 26/03/2026

The white diamond road sign in Spain: Don’t get caught outIt marks a special lane for shared cars, but misuse can lead to a €200 fine If you’ve been driving around Spain lately and spotted a white diamond symbol on a blue background, you might have wondered what it means. This sign is popping up more.. 26/03/2026

Alicante Airport unveils plans for snazzy new VIP loungeTravellers using the Costa Blanca hub can expect more comfort and better facilities as part of ongoing airport improvements Passengers flying through Alicante Airport can expect a more comfortable start to their journey in the near future, as work.. 26/03/2026

Spain to scrap IVA for thousands of self-employed workersFreelancers in Spain earning under €85,000 set to save time, stress and around €660 a year There’s finally some welcome news for often neglected autónomos in Spain that could make a real difference both financially and day to.. 26/03/2026

Rain and snow forecast in parts this weekend: Alicante weather March 26-29Alicante can expect rain and even snow this weekend, but only on one day and in certain areas… Snowy mountain in Guadalest, Alicante   Most of the weekend, and the days bookending it, will be pleasant and sunny with some cloud cover.. 26/03/2026

Pat Metheny returns to San Javier for the Jazz Festival in JulyOther artists already confirmed include Camille Thurman, Young Gun Silver Fox, The Brand New Heavies, Carles Benavent and Chico Pérez It has been confirmed at the presentation of the official poster for the 28th edition of the San Javier International.. 26/03/2026

Benidorm walks the talk as one of Spain's most pedestrian‑friendly townsNew data shows three in four journeys are on foot and noise levels are falling fast Benidorm is one of Spain’s most walkable cities, with new data showing that most everyday trips are now made on foot.   A study presented to the Mobility.. 25/03/2026

New Costa Blanca cycle lane planned for busy Los Montesinos routeThe two-kilometre route aims to promote safer and more sustainable travel in the area A new cycle lane could soon be on the way for a busy stretch of road on the Costa Blanca, as plans move forward in Los Montesinos.   The Alicante Provincial.. 25/03/2026

Meningitis claims the life of Alicante teen as UK outbreak rings alarm bellsContact tracing is underway in Dénia following the tragic death of the 17-year-old The death of a 17-year-old girl from meningitis in Alicante has sent shockwaves through her local community, with health authorities moving quickly to prevent.. 25/03/2026

British man jailed over shooting of key figure in Torrevieja in John George investigationThe suspect has been remanded in custody in Murcia after the fatal shooting of a Czech national in Torrevieja A British man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a key figure in the ongoing John George murder investigation, in.. 24/03/2026

Hundreds of campervans descend on Orihuela Costa and Torrevieja beauty spotsMotorhome season has landed early on the Costa Blanca, with control efforts having little impact The motorhome season is back in full swing along the Costa Blanca and with it comes the familiar debate about where these vehicles should and shouldn&#.. 24/03/2026

Easter bookings rise despite conflict concerns, but travel disruption clouds outlook in parts of SpainTourism demand shifts towards Spain as global tensions grow, while transport issues threaten local impact Spain’s tourism sector is showing surprising resilience ahead of Easter, with early booking data suggesting a strong season despite ongoing.. 24/03/2026

Explore Orihuela city and coast: April guided tours, tastings, trips and moreOrihuela Costa and Orihuela city both feature in next month's packed tourism programme Orihuela's Tourism Department has put together a packed schedule of guided tours and cultural activities for April 2026 and there's something for all.. 24/03/2026

Spaniards increasingly worried about the "quality" of their jobs even as employment numbers improveConcerns over low pay, job insecurity and mental health now rank among the country’s top worries, alongside housing and unemployment For the first time in many years, Spaniards are paying more attention not just to whether they have a job, but to.. 23/03/2026

Spanish airport strike threat before Easter could disrupt millions of passengersGround staff at 12 airports spread across Spain are threatening to walk out from March 27 Anyone heading to Spain this Easter could face delays, disruption and even flight cancellations, with fresh airport strikes on the cards at some of the country.. 23/03/2026

Costa Blanca city in shock as dad kills toddler, 3, before taking his own lifeTorrevieja city council has declared two days of official mourning following the tragedy A three-year-old girl and her father have been found dead in Torrevieja in what police are investigating as a tragic case of “vicarious violence”. &.. 23/03/2026

Why electricity bills still feel high nearly a year after Spain's blackoutReinforced grid measures introduced after last year’s outage continue to shape costs and energy mix It’s been almost a year on from the major blackout that left large parts of the Iberian Peninsula without power, the effects are still being.. 23/03/2026

Mostly sunny with some cloudy and rainy patches: Alicante weekly weather forecast March 23-26It will mostly be pretty nice and sunny this week in Alicante, but rain is possible in parts It’s going to be a fairly pleasant week weather-wise in Alicante province, with mild temperatures, especially during the day, and just a slight chance.. 23/03/2026

Missing Murcia man found dead in Alicante reservoirSearch teams located the 47-year-old in La Pedrera reservoir after extensive operation across two provinces The body of a man who went missing in Murcia has been found in a reservoir in Alicante following a large-scale search operation.  .. 23/03/2026

Got questions about your 2026 tax return? Experts set to answer ahead of April launchTax data available from March 19 as new advice service opens for confused taxpayers With the 2026 income tax campaign just weeks away, many people in Spain are already preparing their paperwork and trying to get ahead of the process. From March 19, taxpayers.. 20/03/2026