Easter on the Costa Blanca - The hidden customs of an ancient tradition How processions, brotherhoods and rituals make Holy Week a unique experience. While in many countries Easter is often reduced to chocolate eggs and family dinners, a large part of Spain and the Costa Blanca is transformed every year into a unique experience.
Living wills on the Costa Blanca: making decisions for emergencies How to define your medical wishes in good time and with legal certainty. Nobody likes to think about the worst-case scenario, but that's exactly what a living will is all about: you specify in advance which medical measures you want - and which you don't want - in the event of an emergency.
Tenisha Weitzmann - One woman, three countries, countless adventures An inspiring life between the Costa Blanca, the USA and the world - travelling between Germany, Spain and the USA, her passion for photography and her love of life. In the latest issue of Costa Blanca Magazine, we meet an impressive
New Family Law 2025: More rights, more support - and a little humour A step towards modern family policy in Spain The new Spanish Family Law (Ley de Familias) comes into force this year - and it could change family policy in the country forever. The government wants to respond to the demographic challenges
New traffic rules 2025: What drivers on the Costa Blanca need to know From emergency lanes to hard shoulders - navigating the new regulations with a sense of humour. The road traffic regulations in Spain are not a complete mystery for many residents and drivers on the Costa Blanca, but they are not easy reading either. From 2025
This and that at the end: Prices are rising - time for creative savings tips! What citizens can expect in 2025 - and how to prepare. New year, new prices - the year 2025 will bring noticeable cost increases for citizens in Spain. Whether for energy, food or telecommunications:
Digital revolution in healthcare provision More efficient processes in Alicante's clinics: The healthcare system wants to reduce waiting times and bureaucracy with new terminals and screens. A full waiting room, endless queues at the registration desk and the queasy feeling of being called out in front of the whole team - scenes like these are soon to be a thing of the past in Alicante's health centres.
In the ring of life - a café con leche with Paddy Brennan A look behind the scenes at the Boxing Academy in Javea In the picturesque coastal town of Javea, on the promenade of El Arenal, Paddy Brennan has created a place where boxing goes far beyond sport with his Boxing Academy.
Small danger with a big impact: Beware of processionary caterpillars Allergy risk in spring - How to protect people and animals. Spring also marks the start of the processionary moth caterpillar (Spanish: procesionaria) season on the Costa Blanca. The caterpillars are particularly prevalent in areas with pine, oak or cedar trees - a fascinating
Safely into the new year: Important emergency numbers in emergencies In emergencies, every second counts. Here are the most important emergency numbers for Marina Baixa and Marina Alta. 112: General emergency number - The Europe-wide emergency number 112 connects you directly to the relevant emergency services such as the police, fire brigade and ambulance service. This service is available around the clock.
Twinkling lights, cot dreams and sweet kings The Marina Alta and Marina Baixa celebrate Christmas with unique traditions and a touch of magic The Christmas season in the Marina Alta and Marina Baixa regions is a feast for the senses. Between splendid parades, elaborate nativity scenes and delicious Roscón de Reyes, traditions are celebrated that
Where diversity meets tradition - Christmas in the Marina Alta and Marina Baja How international influences and Spanish festive traditions create a unique Christmas feeling on the Costa Blanca While the scent of mulled wine and gingerbread wafts through snow-covered Christmas markets in Germany, festive Christmas carols echo through the streets in the UK and the Christmas carols in the UK echo through the streets in the UK.