Costa Blanca South
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The Costa Blanca South is a section of Spain that spans from the shores of Alicante to Pilar de la Horadada in the South. Since the 1950s it has been a popular area with international tourists, with the novelty of package holidays beginning around 1957. The Euro Weekly News is the longest running news source on the Costa Blanca South, covering Almeria, Axarquia, Mallorca, Torrevieja and Rojales.
SAT Animal Rescue seeks volunteers for Benimar charity shop
SAT Animal Rescue is appealing for new volunteers to join its friendly team at the Benimar charity shop, with extra help particularly needed on Saturday...
Registration opens for San Miguel de Salinas Vega Fibra 6K Popular Race
Runners and walkers can now sign up for one of the Vega Baja's most popular sporting events, with registration officially open for the 2026 Vega...
Elche closes second illegal airport parking site near Alicante-Elche Airport
Elche Council has closed a second unlicensed long-term vehicle parking site near Alicante-Elche Airport as it continues its campaign to regulate airport parking facilities operating...
Sweet treat: Ice lollies help Rio Safari Elche animals beat the summer heat
Animals at Rio Safari Elche are staying cool during the hottest weeks of the summer thanks to specially made ice lollies, extra water features and...
New Santa Barbara Castle exhibition celebrates 3,000 years of Alicante wine
Wine lovers can discover the rich history of Alicante's winemaking tradition at a new exhibition now open at Santa Barbara Castle. Featuring original illustrations and...
Santa Pola Sierra nature reserve gets new visitor signs and QR trail guides
Visitors exploring Santa Pola's Sierra nature reserve will now find it easier to navigate thanks to a major upgrade of the area's signage. The latest...
Costa Blanca speed cameras generate record €13.2 million in fines
Speed cameras across the Costa Blanca generated a record €13.2 million in speeding fines during 2025, with Alicante becoming one of Spain's highest-earning provinces for...
Amy Winehouse Band to headline summer music night at Los Cucalos
Fans of live music can enjoy an evening of Amy Winehouse classics at Restaurante Los Cucalos in Orihuela Costa this August. Combining top-class entertainment with...
Costa Blanca house prices continue rising as Torrevieja and Villena lead the market
House prices across the Costa Blanca continued their upward trend during the first half of 2026, with strong demand pushing values higher in many parts...
Aspe launches new barn owl conservation project to protect vulnerable species
Aspe is continuing its efforts to protect local wildlife with a new conservation project designed to boost the population of the barn owl. The initiative...
Elda opens restored Civil War air raid shelter as new heritage attraction
Elda has unveiled a restored Civil War air raid shelter beneath Plaza de Arriba, transforming the historic underground refuge into a modern museum and visitor...
Costa Blanca firefighters deployed to help battle major wildfires in central Spain
Firefighters from Alicante have travelled to central Spain to assist with the major wildfires affecting the Madrid region. The deployment forms part of a coordinated...
Benijofar petanca club raises €420 for Royal British Legion through handmade ball holders
A creative fundraising idea has helped a Benijofar petanca club raise hundreds of euros for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal Fund. By turning a...
Hope Christian Fellowship continues serving the La Marina community
Hope Christian Fellowship in La Marina Urbanisation has been supporting residents of San Fulgencio and the surrounding area for more than 13 years, combining regular...