MURCIA LIFESTYLE

Melanoma rates in Spain soar by 50% as sun safety warnings go unheededDoctors urge better protection as Spain’s most dangerous skin cancer reaches 8,000 new cases a year Spain is experiencing a worrying surge in melanoma cases, with new figures showing that the number of diagnoses has risen by nearly 50% in just.. 01/07/2025

Murcia photo of the month July 2025Here’s the top image of the month taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC)   Murcia’s soaring temperatures have certainly not kept LADCC members away from the photographic circuit this past month. The monthly.. 01/07/2025

New Plaza Movilidad-Flamenco Holidays deal makes mobility scooter hire in Murcia and Alicante even easier this summerPlaza Movilidad Mar Menor teams up with Flamenco Holidays to offer holidaymakers exclusive discounts Plaza Movilidad Mar Menor has announced a new partnership with Flamenco Holidays, launching on Tuesday July 1, 2025. The collaboration means that.. 01/07/2025

Free beach yoga, pilates and dance fitness classes in San Pedro del Pinatar this summerThe sessions taking place on San Pedro’s beaches every weekday for the next two months are totally free to join This July and August, San Pedro del Pinatar plays host to beach fitness classes that are free to attend for all people.  .. 01/07/2025

Free aquagym, yoga and pilates classes return to Cartagena beaches this July and August!See dates and times for fitness classes on beaches from La Manga to Isla Plana all this summer Following on from the hugely successful beach sports and fitness programme in Cartagena last summer, the City Council has decided to repeat the popular.. 30/06/2025

Mercadona switches to summer and Sunday opening hours across SpainSpain’s favourite supermarket is extending its opening hours at nearly 300 stores We know it’s only the one day but let’s face it: supermarket winter hours, particularly Sunday closures, can be a bit of a pain, especially for holidaymakers..

Why you should never sleep with the fan on all nightSpanish nights might be stifling, but there are several serious health implications from sleeping with a fan Summer temperatures in Spain can be rather hard to take at times and most of us opt for a refreshing dip in the sea or the pool to cool off during..

Gestoría Carvajal opens new Camposol officeThe trusted gestor and legal service is now located behind the petrol station on Sector B, Camposol   Gestoría Carvajal, a well-established firm of solicitors with offices in Puerto de Mazarrón and Camposol, is pleased to announce.. 27/06/2025

'Our core values are based on seasonal, local produce': The Brits in Murcia keeping traditional cookery alive in a fine dining restaurantHow a pair of expats are redefining fine dining by going back to basics   When Paul Owens and Julia Marshall first arrived in Murcia, they weren’t planning to create one of the region’s most talked-about fine dining experiences. Yet.. 27/06/2025

Beautiful flowers, delivered fresh from Garden Boutique florist in MazarrónNeed fresh flowers delivered in Mazarrón? There’s one place everyone turns for their bouquets... Looking for a reliable florist in Murcia that delivers stunning fresh flowers right to your door? Garden Boutique is your go-to florist, offering..

Where to park at Murcia and Alicante airportsThese are the options for motorists looking to park a car at Corvera Airport and Alicante Airport Do you travel often to and from the Region of Murcia International Airport or Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport? Parking logistics are crucial..

La Manga Club: The ideal destination for property investmentThanks to its excellent sports and leisure facilities, La Manga Club is the perfect thriving and active community to purchase property in Spain La Manga Club, in the Region of Murcia, is more than just a resort – it’s a thriving, active.. 26/06/2025

Summer markets return to La Torre Golf Resort for July and AugustLive music, food trucks, shopping and more, every week this summer   This Wednesday July 2 sees the return of the summer markets to La Torre Golf Resort, which are being held twice a week throughout the months of July and August.  .. 25/06/2025

New energy label for mobiles and tablets aims to cut waste and help shoppers choose better EU-wide scheme highlights energy efficiency, durability and repairability to encourage longer-lasting tech A new energy label is now required on all mobile phones and tablets sold across Spain and the European Union. The label is designed to make it.. 25/06/2025

Murcia's San Juan goes off with a bang: 223 incidents but no real disastersFires in bins, reed beds and even the odd school, but nothing could stop one of Spain’s favourite excuses for a party   In true Spanish style, when there is a festival to be had, the Region of Murcia certainly gets stuck in, especially if.. 25/06/2025

Weekly summer market returns to Condado de Alhama!Enjoy a lively evening event filled with stalls, street food and family fun The much-loved summer market is back at Condado de Alhama, bringing a cheerful mix of food, shopping and entertainment to the resort every Saturday evening. Running weekly.. 24/06/2025

LS Solicitors open new office at Mar Menor Golf ResortThe law firm is now welcoming clients at a new location on the Boulevard   LS Solicitors have officially opened their brand-new office at Mar Menor Golf Resort, offering greater convenience and visibility for expats living in and around this popular.. 24/06/2025

Use Google Maps and WhatsApp to spot traffic checks and share your location, from anywhere in SpainThese handy tools can help you avoid road delays, spot police checks and even let family know where you are in real time Whether you are heading off on a road trip around Spain, or just want someone to know where you are, Google Maps and WhatsApp offer.. 24/06/2025

La Manga Adventure Golf changes opening times for summerThe popular family fun minigolf has made a slight modification to tee-off times due to the hot weather   The La Manga Adventure Golf fun family minigolf centre near Playa Honda and Playa Paraíso on the Mar Menor is changing its summer opening.. 24/06/2025

Noche de San Juan: Spain's fiery night of beach bonfires, magic and meaning, celebrated every year in JuneThe firsta of San Juan is a magical mix of bonfires, beach parties and centuries-old traditions that light up the start of summer   Imagine this: the beach at night, bonfires glowing, music pumping, people laughing, jumping over flames or..