CORVERA, LOCAL NEWS AND WHAT'S ON

EU backs free cabin luggage allowance for passengers flying from SpainPassengers could gain new baggage rights, simpler compensation claims and stronger protections for families Holidaymakers and expats flying to and from Spain could soon avoid one of the most frustrating extra charges added by budget airlines after.. 19/06/2026

King Felipe VI and Princess Leonor take their first flight together in MurciaAs Princess Leonor's military training in San Javier comes to an end, she takes to the skies with her father, King Felipe, for a special joint flight King Felipe VI and Leonor, Princess of Asturias have shared a training flight together for.. 19/06/2026

Spring travel from Spain made easier with stress-free airport parking at Murcia and AlicanteAs spring trips and holiday travel ramp up, Seguro Parking offers secure meet-and-greet parking, saving drivers time, money and airport stress Spring is always one of the busiest times of year for travel in Spain, with more people heading off on holidays.. 18/06/2026

Murcia's economy expected to grow faster than the Spanish average in 2026Growth is expected to reach 2.5% in 2026, driven mainly by strong household spending, according to BBVA Research According to forecasts from BBVA Research, Murcia's economy is expected to grow by 2.5% in 2026, slightly above the national average.. 18/06/2026

Nearly 3km of copper cable stolen from Corvera airportEleven people have been arrested for robbing cables from roads serving Murcia International Airport Eleven men have been arrested following the theft of almost three kilometres of copper cable from the public lighting system serving Corvera Airport.. 17/06/2026

Roman archaeological discovery delays Lorca high-speed rail works one year onA year after a late-Roman cemetery was uncovered, experts are still working to carefully extract remains, meaning there is currently no completion date for the multi-million-pound high-speed rail project It has been a year since the start of the.. 15/06/2026

Man injured after 9th-floor balcony collapses into hotel pool at La MangaThe man, believed to be around 50, was treated at the scene and transferred to hospital after the balcony fell from a height into the pool of a La Manga hotel complex A man has been injured and rushed to the hospital after a balcony collapsed at.. 15/06/2026

Murcia school calendar 2026-2027: Key term dates and holidays confirmedThe regional government has finalised the official academic calendar, including everything from nursery start dates to local bank holidays and saints' days The regional government has officially announced the school calendar for the upcoming.. 12/06/2026

Murcia hotel revenues fall despite rise in tourist numbersRevPAR falls 7.2% on the Costa Cálida in the first four months of the year, placing the region among the worst performers in Spain despite rising visitor numbers Average room revenue across hotels on the Costa Cálida has fallen by.. 11/06/2026

Region of Murcia prepares €80 million mega-contract to tackle forest firesRegional government launches tender for a five-year contract covering wildfire prevention, surveillance and firefighting as summer temperatures arrive early After temperatures reached 39°C and an early-season wildfire threatened homes and destroyed.. 10/06/2026

From prison walls to the fairways of Mar Menor Golf: The long road back through musicAllan McCarthy opens up about recovery, second chances and how Murcia prison became the unlikely place where he formed his band Berlin90 Allan McCarthy's story is often told through extraordinary headlines about drugs, prison, a jailhouse.. 05/06/2026

Sonic booms expected as military exercises take place over LorcaThe Town Hall has issued an alert ahead of Air and Space Force drills linked to training out of Albacete Air Base The Air and Space Force has warned the public about military training flights over the Lorca area that could lead to sonic booms being.. 05/06/2026

Read the June edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the June issue of Home & Living This edition is not only full of inspiring home and living articles, but you'll find so much more.....   • We start with looking at Barcelona in June. Vibrant, elegant, creative and.. 04/06/2026

Reliable property management on Murcia golf resorts from Joan's Keyholding & RentalThe Hacienda del Álamo-based company has rapidly expanded across Murcia’s most popular golf communities What started with just five properties earlier this year has quickly grown into a thriving business for Joan’s Keyholding & Rental..

Your chance to shape Alhama de Murcia's future as budget opens to public voteNeighbourhood meetings and an online platform will allow residents to put forward ideas and vote on future investment projects Residents of Alhama de Murcia once again have the chance to decide how part of the municipal budget will be spent. The.. 07/05/2026

What is Bimi, the Asian 'super veg' taking over Murcia's fields?The Region now supplies most of Europe's demand thanks to its climate and farming expertise Bimi is a hybrid vegetable that combines broccoli and Chinese kale. In recent years, it has moved from being a relatively unknown crop to something.. 24/04/2026

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

Skip the airport run and enjoy your last day in the sun thanks to Airport BusesLet Airport Buses take care of transfers to and from Murcia International Airport so you can spend more time with friends and family There's something a little bittersweet about the last day of a holiday. The sun's still shining, you've.. 09/04/2026

Spainfully Honest: Behind the podcast for people living in or moving to SpainTwo Murcia-based expats host this podcast that is gaining attention for its honest and balanced conversations about life in Spain A new podcast, Spainfully Honest, hosted by two long-time residents, Catherine and Paul, is gaining a loyal following.. 03/04/2026

Seguro Parking: The smarter, cheaper way to park at Alicante and Murcia airportsA meet-and-greet service, complimentary car wash and prices up to 90% cheaper than airport parking at Corvera and Alicante-Elche For regular fliers, airport parking can be one of the more stressful parts of the whole experience, not to mention one.. 25/03/2026