Valencia could receive an additional 3.67 billion euros
Valencia could receive an additional 3.67 billion euros Spain’s regional funding system is set to be overhauled. There is a great deal at stake for the Comunitat Valenciana: according to calculations by the Ministry of Finance, it could receive an additional 3.669 billion euros under the new model. The money will bolster the Generalitat’s budget and, consequently, sectors such as health, education and care. A final decision […]
Ceuta protests: Pressure on Sánchez mounts
Ceuta protests: Thousands also on the Costa Blanca – pressure on Sánchez mounts Tens of thousands of people have demonstrated across Spain in support of Ceuta. The squares in Alicante, Elche and Benidorm were also packed. Demonstrators are calling for greater border security, support for Ceuta and clarification of Morocco’s role. The crisis is becoming particularly tricky for Pedro Sánchez because criticism […]
The Ceuta crisis: Spain, Morocco and Europe’s response
Ceuta crisis: Why the mass influx from Morocco is causing alarm in Europe Within a matter of hours, thousands of people from Morocco reached Ceuta. At least 19 died in the attempt. Spain is reinforcing the border with soldiers and additional police forces, France is tightening its controls, and Italy is calling for action within the Schengen area. As of 31 July 2026, 11.00 am, Ceuta is facing a humanitarian and security […]
Spain’s anti-smoking law: smoke-free terraces and beaches
Anti-smoking law in Spain: Terraces, beaches and swimming pools to become smoke-free Smoking whilst having a coffee on a terrace, on the beach or during an open-air concert could soon be banned. The Spanish government has introduced a draft bill for a significantly stricter anti-smoking law into parliament. On the Costa Blanca, the measures would primarily affect the hospitality sector, beach-goers, residential complexes and event organisers. […]
Spain in the World Cup final: where the Costa Blanca is celebrating La Furia Roja on the big screen
Spain in the World Cup final: Where the Costa Blanca is celebrating La Furia Roja on big screens Following their 2–0 victory over France, Spain are through to the World Cup final. Here’s where public viewings are planned along the Costa Blanca – from Alicante to Benidorm, Dénia, Calp and Torrevieja. Spain have done it: following their 2–0 victory over France, „La Furia Roja“ are in the […]
AEMET warning for the Costa Blanca: temperatures of up to 42 degrees inland
AEMET warning for the Costa Blanca: Temperatures of up to 42 degrees inland The Costa Blanca is set to experience a spell of very hot weather. Temperatures will remain slightly lower in many coastal areas, but conditions will be significantly more oppressive in the inland areas of the province of Alicante. AEMET forecasts local peaks of 40 degrees and above. AEMET reports high temperatures in Alicante and the surrounding area […]
Almería forest fire: disaster and Costa Blanca regulations
Forest fire in Almería: Disaster in the south – a warning sign for the Costa Blanca The severe forest fire in the province of Almería is one of the deadliest fire disasters in Andalusia’s recent history. Twelve people lost their lives, several were injured, and at times numerous people were reported missing. For the Costa Blanca, the fire is not a distant event: many risk factors are similar […]
Sánchez under pressure: Spain heads into the summer break
Sánchez under pressure: Spain heads into the summer recess with fragile majorities The Spanish Congress has called on Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to consider calling a vote of confidence. The votes from Junts proved decisive. This does not amount to the government’s downfall – but it is a clear indication of just how unpredictable the majorities in Madrid have become. Parliament steps up the pressure on […]
Costa Blanca – Air passenger rights: the three-hour rule remains in place
EU air passenger rights: a three-hour delay remains the key threshold The planned cuts to passenger rights have been shelved for the time being. For travellers on the Costa Blanca, this means an important rule remains in place: anyone arriving at their destination at least three hours late may still be entitled to compensation. Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández, Valencia, Murcia-Corvera: For many residents on the Costa Blanca […]
Iran conflict and flight prices: What really awaits Alicante and Valencia
Iran conflict and flight prices: What Alicante and Valencia can really expect War, paraffin, tickets: what the Iran conflict really means for flights to Alicante and Valencia Higher costs, a lot of nervousness - but no reason for crisis theatre Anyone reading headlines about air travel at the moment might think that the next big flight stop is already looming in Europe. That sounds dramatic, but [...]