MURCIA MAR MENOR & CARTAGENA

San Javier leads the way in installing the new brown bins in the Region of MurciaThe new organic waste containers are already fully operational throughout the municipality of San Javier San Javier has become the first of the 45 municipalities in the Region of Murcia to fully implement the new “brown bins”, adding the fifth.. 15/04/2026

Cartagena heads to Miami cruise fair with record passenger numbers for 2026Alongside record forecasts for 2026, Cartagena is also presenting plans for a new cruise terminal and ongoing work along the waterfront The port of Cartagena is once again in Miami to promote itself at one of the most important events in the global.. 15/04/2026

Upcoming matches at Pinatar Arena and Enrique Roca stadium for WU23 Friendly FinalsFinal fixtures take place on April 16 and 17 across both venues, with all matches open to the public free of charge The WU23 Friendly Finals are moving into their final stage in the Region of Murcia, with the last round of matches now confirmed.. 15/04/2026

Spanish government gives green light to Los Alcázares flood prevention planThe rehabilitation of the Rambla de la Pescadería will alleviate the risk of flooding on the coast of the Mar Menor The Town Hall of Los Alcázares is celebrating what the Mayor, El alcalde de Los Alcázares, Mario Pérez Cervera.. 15/04/2026

Cartagena street shade plan brought forward ahead of the summer heatThe 'Teselas' project on Calle del Carmen promises to cut temperatures by up to 6°C Anyone who was in Cartagena last summer will probably remember being pretty uncomfortable a lot of the time. Businesses on Calle del Carmen and their customers.. 15/04/2026

Scientists warn loss of key fish species leaves the Mar Menor more vulnerableThe ongoing ecological problems affecting the Mar Menor are not only visible in the water, but they are also reducing the lagoon's ability to recover on its own Researchers from the University of Murcia have found that changes in fish populations.. 14/04/2026

Los Narejos street renovation project competes for national architecture prizeThe Revamped Avenida Río Nalón was officially presented in February 2025 The renovation and re-design of Avenida Río Nalón in Los Narejos is one of the projects which have been selected to compete for the prizes awarded every.. 14/04/2026

Three dozen streets closed in Cartagena this Saturday morning: Find out which ones and whyThe Ruta de las Fortalezas race will bring traffic cuts and parking bans across the city on April 18 Cartagena will see a long list of traffic restrictions this Saturday, April 18, as the Ruta de las Fortalezas race takes over parts of the city. The Cartagena.. 14/04/2026

Luz Casal, Lydia Bosch and a Peruvian Hamlet with Down’s Syndrome at the 2026 San Javier Festival of Theatre, Music and DanceThe 56th annual festival takes place between July 31 and August 23 The first details have been released of the 2026 International Theatre, Music and Dance festival which is being held for the 56th time this year in San Javier between 31st July and 23rd August..

Daily buses to Corvera airport from Murcia and Cartagena launched ahead of the summer seasonFrom April 15, travellers will have access to up to 10 buses a day to Murcia International Airport for just €1.85 With the summer season fast approaching and Corvera airport set to get busier by the week, Murcia's regional government.. 13/04/2026

Just Murcia Property: Your local experts for buying, selling and renting in the Region of MurciaFrom new builds to long-term rentals, this Los Belones-based agency offers a fully personal service across the Costa Cálida and Costa Blanca Finding the right property in a foreign country can feel like a daunting task, especially from abroad.. 13/04/2026

Buying off-plan in Spain: Why conveyancing matters more than everUnderstanding the extra risks behind new-build purchases Buying a property off-plan in Spain can be an attractive prospect. Brand-new homes, modern designs and the potential for capital growth often appeal to both investors and lifestyle buyers.. 13/04/2026

Get paid for your solar energy with Spanish EnergyLearn how to make the most of your solar panels and lower your household energy bills If you have solar panels at home, Spanish Energy, in association with Gana Energia, has made it even more worthwhile. They now pay 6 cents per kilowatt.. 10/04/2026

Sail Cartagena Bay with Raquel Tours: A three-hour catamaran adventure from your Murcia resort doorMusic, sea breezes and a swim in the Mediterranean, all within easy reach of your resort this summer with Raquel Tours Murcia   If you're based at one of Murcia's golf resorts and looking for a day out with a difference, Raquel Tours.. 07/04/2026

New booking app for sports facilities in Los AlcázaresDownload the Sporttia app to make you bookings as easy as possible! The Town Hall of Los Alcázares continues its attempts to make sports facilities in the municipality as easy to book and use as possible, and to this end a new service is being.. 07/04/2026

Cartagena approves €1.6 million for new homes close to La Manga ClubThe approval covers 61 new homes across two developments, as the council works to ease planning and support a challenging property market The Cartagena city council has given the green light for 61 new homes across two developments, with a.. 07/04/2026

First floor apartment with stunning views on La Torre Golf with Simply Spanish Homes for just €149,999Two bedrooms, stunning pool views and a fully furnished interior at one of Murcia's most sought-after addresses Brand new to market with Simply Spanish Homes is this beautiful first-floor, two-bedroom apartment at La Torre Golf Resort in Murcia.. 06/04/2026

Winter storms leave Murcia with a €6 million repair bill as emergency road works beginWork has already started in Lorca, Cartagena and Jumilla on 228 kilometres of damaged road surface Emergency repair works are underway on more than 228 kilometres of state roads across the Region of Murcia after a series of storms between December.. 06/04/2026

Los Alcázares brings down the curtain on the annual Berber Pirate Raids fiestasThe 25th edition of the Fiestas was accompanied by favourable weather and attracted tens of thousands of visitors The centre of Los Alcázares is now returning to something approaching normal after four days of street celebrations during the annual.. 06/04/2026

San Javier launches year-round beach cleaning service to keep its coastline in top shapeThe service will cover around 400 bins and include night shifts in La Manga during peak summer months San Javier town council has launched a new beach cleaning service designed to keep its coastline in good condition throughout the year, covering.. 06/04/2026