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Benidorm police operation leads to 80 arrests in nightlife drug crackdownOfficers say two brothers who ran venues and another pair handling security were central to the network The Policía Nacional have arrested 80 people in Benidorm in a major operation targeting drug trafficking in a well-known leisure area of the.. 05/05/2026

British fugitive wanted for drug trafficking arrested in BenidormPolice say the 32-year-old was part of a gang supplying cocaine, ketamine and cannabis A British man wanted by the United Kingdom over drug trafficking and money laundering offences has been arrested in Benidorm. The 32-year-old was detained by the Polic.. 04/05/2026

Sun, showers and thunderstorms: Alicante weather forecast May 4-7The unsettled weather continues into the week with overcast skies, showers and even some thunderstorms on the way After a humid and unsettled weekend across the province of Alicante finished with a sunny and pleasant Sunday afternoon.. 04/05/2026

Rain and thunderstorms expected for the May bank holiday weekend: Alicante weather forecast April 30-May 3Cloudy overcast skies, cooler temperatures and even the possibility of muddy rain and thunderstorms over the weekend Unfortunately, the May bank holiday weekend looks like it will be cloudy and wet across Alicante, with rain expected on and off.. 30/04/2026

Two dead after scaffolding collapses from 13th floor of Benidorm towerA third worker was left dangling from the 11th floor before tourists in a neighbouring apartment helped him get inside to safety Two workers have been killed after scaffolding collapsed from the 13th floor of a high-rise building on Calle Ibiza in.. 23/04/2026

Silent disco tours spark debate over tourism in Tenerife and SpainWhat looks like harmless fun to visitors is also raising questions about crowding, culture and public space A viral clip of tourists dancing through the streets of South Tenerife has stirred debate after local Spanish media linked the scene to British.. 17/04/2026

Push for a total ban on smoking on all Benidorm beaches this summerBenidorm is being urged to follow its neighbours who have already signed up to the Valencian smoke-free beaches network Benidorm's Socialist opposition group is pushing the town's ruling People's Party (PP) to sign up to the Valencian.. 15/04/2026

Benidorm leads as foreign tourists splash out more in the Valencian CommunityVisitors spent €140 a day on average last year, staying nine days and boosting sun, beach and culture trips The Valencian Community welcomed 12.422 million foreign tourists in 2025, almost half a million more than the year before, according to the.. 15/04/2026

Benidorm is about to spend €15 million fixing up its old bullringThe city has secured funding for part of the work, but will still have to find almost €9 million in the local coffers for the project Benidorm is preparing to spend €15 million transforming its old bullring into a modern cultural and community.. 10/04/2026

Ecocorp Solar expands its expert services into AlicanteProfessional installations all the way from Arboleas and Albox to Alicante and Altea, via Águilas and Alcantarilla!   Expat family-run business Ecocorp Solar SL has expanded its professional solar installation services into Alicante.. 12/03/2026

Caser Cuidados offers professional home care services to older people in MurciaCaser Residencial’s personalised home assistance helps people remain in their own homes for as long as possible Caser Cuidados is the home care service offered by Caser Residencial designed to make daily life easier and safer for those who need.. 07/01/2026

Alicante's natural parks remain closed amid extreme fire risk and looming stormsHeatwave triggers maximum alert and park closures with thunderstorms forecast to bring added danger Due to the ongoing extreme risk of forest fires, natural parks in Alicante remain closed as authorities take precautions against the effects of a severe.. 19/08/2025

Remember the time Benidorm starred in a classic UK Postcode Lottery advert?Discover the story behind the legendary British ad “Derek, we’re off to Benidorm” The coastal resort of Benidorm is a beloved getaway destination for Brits thanks to its many British-owned pubs, shops selling UK goods and friendly hotel..

Where to find the best British fish and chip shops in BenidormCosta Blanca's tourist capital boasts a tasty catch of restaurants that serve up this typical British dish Tourism accounts for a whopping 40% of Benidorm's turnover, making it arguably the Costa Blanca's tourist capital. Every year, tens.. 16/02/2023

WATCH: Video shows drone rescuing of drowning swimmer in Benidorm drillOfficials from across Alicante province were invited to see first-hand how drones can potentially save lives at sea Drones are being put to more and more use in a variety of fields, from monitoring climate change to assisting in search operations.. 23/02/2022