ORIHUELA COSTA, VEGA BAJA NEWS

Spring sunshine at first before the rain returns: Alicante weekend weather March 12-15Clear skies and warm spring temperatures will give way to a cooler, breezier weekend with a chance of rain on Saturday After a fairly wet start to the week, the weather across Alicante province is finally beginning to settle down. Thursday and.. 12/03/2026

Orihuela Costa's water supply problem is finally being tackled with a €2.3 million investmentThe new reservoir will double the current reserve capacity, giving Orihuela Costa residents far greater security of supply Orihuela Costa is set to get a much-needed boost to its water supply after the city council published a tender for a new &euro.. 10/03/2026

Guardamar invests €1.3 million in beach lifeguard and rescue servicesThe contract will cover lifeguards, rescue services and beach safety along Guardamar’s 11km stretch of coastline The town council of Guardamar del Segura has launched a public tender for a new contract covering lifeguard, rescue, surveillance.. 10/03/2026

Rainy start to the week before warmer weather returns: Alicante weather forecast March 9-12Cloud and rain will dominate the start of the week, with the heaviest showers expected on Tuesday Unfortunately, the rain is not quite finished with Alicante just yet. The worst of the wet weather is expected early in the week, particularly.. 09/03/2026

The definitive guide to choosing a health insurance policy for expats Are you planning to move to Spain and looking for a health insurance policy specifically designed for expats? We understand that such an abundance of information can be overwhelming, particularly when you wish to make a decision as quickly as possible.. 05/03/2026

Torrevieja backs a future tram connection to Alicante AirportEarly-stage plans suggest a possible public transport route between the Vega Baja and Alicante-Elche Airport Plans for a future tram system in Elche are starting to stretch beyond the city itself, with fresh talk of a possible connection to Torrevieja.. 04/03/2026

Suspect in John George murder case shot dead in TorreviejaThe Czech national was previously released on bail in connection with the Rojales murder, and has now been killed in a late-night shooting A 33-year-old Czech man, Michael Maly, who had previously been arrested on suspicion of being connected.. 04/03/2026

New leisure centre at Torrevieja Port to open at the end of AprilThe long delayed Torrevieja port development promises cinemas, bowling and restaurants Following delay after delay, the new Paseo del Mar leisure centre at the Port of Torrevieja is finally set to open between the end of April and the beginning of.. 24/02/2026

Orihuela Costa residents can now report public maintenance problems online, in EnglishA new website from Orihuela Town Hall makes it easier than ever to flag maintenance issues in the local area Orihuela Town Hall has launched a new website designed to make it much easier for residents and property owners in Orihuela Costa to report.. 23/02/2026

Celebrate Christmas Day in La Zenia with the biggest beach party in EuropeThousands of people flock to the Orihuela Costa’s Cala Bosque each year for a Christmas Day with a real difference Are you tired of the same old Christmas celebrations? Looking for a unique and exciting way to spend the holiday season? Look.. 16/12/2025

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

Sunday March 15 Orihuela Costa's famous St Patrick's Day ParadeEach year, more than 25’000 people help paint Cabo Roig green for one of the biggest events of its kind in Europe St Patrick’s Day 2026 is now less than a month away and in Orihuela Costa, it’s not just a parade, it’s a full scale..

Best theme parks and funfairs on the Costa BlancaThrill-seekers rejoice: there’s fun and excitement for all ages across the Costa Blanca As a region that welcomes millions of tourists every year, Alicante's Costa Blanca has plenty of attractions of all kinds to keep visitors entertained.. 19/09/2024

5 of the best water parks on the Costa BlancaBeat the heat on the Costa Blanca with unmissable excitement for all the family A sun-kissed stretch of Mediterranean coastline, the Costa Blanca is a haven for families and thrill-seekers alike. And what better way to beat the summer heat than a.. 19/09/2024

Internet in Spain for home and mobile with no extra fees from ExcomGet the best mobile internet and home WiFi in Spain from Excom Telecable Many people coming to Spain, whether permanently or for an extended vacation, wonder how they can get WiFi internet for their home and data for their mobile phone, plus calls.. 13/02/2024

Craft market every Thursday in La Florida, Orihuela CostaLooking for a unique and fun shopping experience? Look no further than the La Florida Thursday market The Orihuela Costa has no shortage of exciting and colourful street markets, packed full of the freshest fruit and veg and stalls of unique gifts.. 29/01/2024

Costa Blanca day trips: 6 fantastic places to discover in southern AlicanteMake the most of the cooler weather and enjoy everything the Costa Blanca has to offer this autumn/winter The Costa Blanca, or the White Coast in English, effortlessly conjures up images of pristine Mediterranean beaches and turquoise waters. But.. 21/11/2023