ALICANTE NEWS

Ryanair will no longer accept paper boarding cards from next monthThe budget airline is going fully digital in November so customers won’t be issued physical boarding passes Budget airline Ryanair has been quietly working away in the background to make the switch and the date is almost upon us: from Wednesday November..

The majestic Club Med 2 returns to Spanish shores this autumnCelebrating 75 years of all-inclusive luxury with two unforgettable voyages along Spain’s coast and beyond The majestic Club Med 2, the world’s largest sailing ship of its kind, returned to Spain this autumn with two spectacular voyages blending.. 31/10/2025

Aldi crowned 'Best Supermarket of the Year 2026' by Spanish shoppersConsumers praise Aldi for quality, affordability and simplicity in shopping experience Aldi has scooped not one but two top awards as Spain’s favourite supermarket chain for 2026. Recognised as both the “Best Supermarket” and the &ldquo.. 31/10/2025

Young woman rescued from bridge near Zenia BoulevardThe girl climbed on top of the pedestrian bridge near the Villamartín road There were moments of extreme tension on Thursday afternoon, October 30, in Orihuela Costa when a young woman was seen climbing to the top of the iron structure.. 31/10/2025

Supermarkets and shops opening in Spain this Saturday November 1All Saints' Day is a bank holiday throughout Spain on November 1 so many stores will remain closed November 1, the day after Halloween, is a national holiday in Spain every year. Every region and town in Spain has a local holiday on.. 30/10/2025

12 ways to keep your Halloween fun, safe and friendly to your walletPractical tips for costumes, makeup and savings so your celebrations won’t come back to haunt you It’s that time of year when witches and wizards of all ages dust off their costumes for another night of Halloween fun. Whether you’ll.. 30/10/2025

Halloween in Spain and why November 1 is a public holiday‘All Saints Day’ is a bank holiday in Spain on November 1... find out why, and what is so special about this Spanish holiday November 1 is a national holiday in Spain every year, but why is the day after Halloween a Spanish public holiday.. 30/10/2025

A mostly sunny outlook: Alicante weekend weather October 30-November 2Even Saturday’s All Saints’ Day bank holiday is looking very pleasant The outlook for this afternoon A few days of much sunnier, pleasant weather lie ahead for Alicante province, with daytime temperatures in the mid-20s and.. 30/10/2025

Thousands march for justice in Spain while bigwigs hold remembrance service for DANA victimsOn the anniversary of Spain’s deadliest storm, thousands of people marched in Valencia and protests erupted in Barcelona as families of the DANA victims demand accountability and justice   Valencia ha acogido hoy el Homenaje de Estado.. 30/10/2025

Spain's new phone app will save you money every time you refuelRuta-E shows real-time prices at petrol stations and electric charging points across Spain There’s no denying the fact that we all want to pay as little as possible when filling up the tank or charging our car battery. Nobody enjoys watching.. 30/10/2025

Double the fines in Spain for parking in disabled spotsSpain plans to increase the penalty from €200 to €500 Unfortunately, we've all seen it. Someone nipping into a disabled parking space for "just a minute" while they run an errand, completely oblivious to the person with mobility.. 30/10/2025

Six months after Spain's blackout: Higher bills, grid problems and no answersWhat’s changed since the big power cut in April Back in April, Spain experienced its biggest power blackout in decades. On Monday April 28, millions of people across the country were left without electricity for up hours. The blackout happened because.. 29/10/2025

How to check what last-minute budget Imserso holidays are still availableImserso trips for pensioners are selling out fast, but there are still some bargain holidays available across Spain The Imserso tourist scheme is a Spanish government-subsidised holiday programme for pensioners and retirees, offering heavily discounted.. 29/10/2025

Valencian town steps up cat protection as Halloween nearsAyuntamiento warns of fines and monitors colonies amid fears of ritual abuse As Halloween approaches, some Spanish towns are keeping a close eye on their feline friends, worried they might become victims of dark rituals. In the Valencian Community, the.. 29/10/2025

Spain backs EU decision to ban petrol and diesel cars by 2035Paris and Madrid both agree the 2035 target must be maintained, but call for "made in Europe" incentives to help the struggling automotive industry Spain and France have this week thrown their support behind the EU's controversial 2035.. 29/10/2025

One year on from Spain's deadly DANA, the storm that killed over 200 people in Valencia and caused more than €10 billion in damageOne year after the catastrophic floods that devastated the province of Valencia and other parts of Spain, many residents are still struggling to rebuild their lives while communities mourn the 229 victims lost to the deadliest storm in recent history.. 29/10/2025

British man hospitalised after screwdriver attack in Valencia city centreScottish victim suffers punctured lung following early morning assault near Plaza de Ayuntamiento A British man has been taken to hospital in Valencia after being stabbed with a screwdriver by a passerby for refusing to give him a cigarette. The incident.. 29/10/2025

Alicante holiday calendar 2026: Key public holidays and local celebrations confirmedIn all, Alicante will enjoy 14 bank holidays next year, although the province will only have two long weekends The public holiday calendar for 2026 across the province of Alicante is now taking shape, with a mix of national, regional and local dates.. 29/10/2025

Are moths munching your wardrobe? Here's how to keep your clothes safe this autumnPractical tips for stopping autumn’s tiniest home invaders in their tracks If summer’s giant moth invasion across Spain surprised you, don’t let autumn’s smaller but just as hungry offenders ruin your favourite jumper. Clothes moths..

Murcia, Alicante and Andalucia join forces to fight cuts to water supplyThe regional governments have called for urgent talks over plans to reduce the water transfer to southern Spain In a last-ditch attempt, the regional governments in Murcia, the Valencian Community and Andalucia, along with the Syndicate of Irrigators.. 28/10/2025