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Small danger with big impact: Beware of processionary caterpillars
Health & Lifestyle

Small danger with a big impact - beware of processionary moth caterpillars

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

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Start the new year safely: Important emergency numbers in case of emergencies
Living in Spain

Safely into the new year:Important emergency numbers in emergencies

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.

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Small worlds, big stories: The magic of nativity scenes on the Costa Blanca
Living in Spain

Twinkling lights, cot dreams and sweet kings

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

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Where diversity meets tradition: Christmas in Marina Alta and Marina Baja
Living in Spain

Where diversity meets tradition - Christmas in the Marina Alta and Marina Baja

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.

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Particulate matter and environmental badges in Marina Alta and Marina Baja
Mobility & Transport

Particulate matter and environmental badges in Marina Alta and Marina Baja

Particulate matter and environmental badges in Marina Alta and Marina Baja Benidorm introduces stricter environmental zones, other cities will follow step by step. Since 2023, the cities of the Costa Blanca have also been obliged to set up environmental zones (Zonas de Bajas Emisiones, ZBE) to improve air quality. In the Marina Alta and Marina Baja

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Tardor Roselló: From graffiti talent to celebrated muralist
Stories and voices

Tardor Roselló - From graffiti talent to celebrated muralist

Tardor Roselló: From graffiti talent to celebrated muralist How an artist from La Xara is shaping street art on the Costa Blanca Tardor Roselló, a talented graffiti artist and muralist from La Xara near Dénia, has made a name for himself with his impressive murals. His works not only adorn the facades

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Between tradition and Mediterranean flair
Living in Spain

Residents Costa Blanca - Between tradition and Mediterranean flair

Between tradition and Mediterranean flair How residents in the Marina Alta and Marina Baixa celebrate Christmas What happens when Advent wreaths meet Spanish nativity scenes? Or when Father Christmas brings presents alongside the Three Wise Men? In the Marina Alta and Marina Baixa, a very special mix of Christmas and Christmas traditions is created at Christmas time.

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Living in Spain

Contemplative Advent on the Costa Blanca - tips and trends

Contemplative Advent on the Costa Blanca - tips and trends for an atmospheric pre-Christmas season Sustainability, minimalism and nostalgic traditions - this is how to organise the Advent season consciously and stylishly this year. Advent is a very special time of year - a time for pausing, anticipation and conscious enjoyment. To

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Starting a business on the Costa Blanca: opportunities and challenges
Profession & Finances

Starting a business on the Costa Blanca - opportunities and challenges

Starting a business on the Costa Blanca - opportunities and challenges The northern and southern Costa Blanca offers attractive conditions for start-ups and the self-employed - from regional support programmes to growing networks for digital nomads. The Costa Blanca, particularly the Marina Alta and Marina Baixa regions, has developed into an interesting business location.

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What residents need to know about local inheritance law – CBM interview with solicitor Lotta Hilgers
Profession & Finances

Expert tips Lotta Hilgers - Heirs in Spain

Expert tips: Inheritance in Spain CBM Interview with lawyer Lotta Hilgers - What residents need to know about inheritance law in Spain The Costa Blanca not only attracts holidaymakers, but also property owners from abroad. But what happens in the event of inheritance? Lawyer Lotta Hilgers explains the special features of Spanish inheritance law in an exclusive CBM interview.

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Coffee with milk and thoughts on Advent by Reverend Achim Kunze – Protestant Church Costa Blanca
Stories and voices

Café con leche with Pastor Achim Kunze - Where is the time?

Café con Leche with Pastor Achim Kunze - Where does the time go? Café con leche with thoughts on Advent by Pastor Achim Kunze - Evangelical Church Costa Blanca Don't you know the feeling that time is slipping away between your fingers? This is particularly noticeable just before Christmas. So much

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