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.
Guardamar Castle hillside restoration moves closer with new erosion protection project
Work to protect and restore part of the hillside below Guardamar del Segura's historic castle has moved a step closer. The project will tackle erosion on...
Costa Blanca towns receive funding to protect forests from fires and climate change
Thirteen towns across Alicante province will receive funding to improve their forests, encourage biodiversity and make woodland better able to cope with climate change and...
N-332 traffic queues continue as Torrevieja calls for action on long-awaited road widening
Drivers regularly caught in queues on the N-332 between Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa could face a long wait for improvements, with Torrevieja's mayor again calling...
Elche celebrates Costa Blanca traditions as fiesta crowds reach 560,000
El Pinet beach will provide the setting for an evening of traditional music when the Habaneras Festival returns on Friday, August 28. The fourth edition of...
Safer and brighter route between Hurchillo and Bigastro after €22,000 lighting upgrade
Driving out of Hurchillo towards Bigastro should now be a little brighter and safer following a €22,000 upgrade to street lighting along the CV-923. Orihuela Town...
Six decades of Torrevieja sailing tradition bring generations together while supporting charity
Generations of sailors came together on the Costa Blanca for the 62nd Travesia Cabo Roig-Memorial Fernando Pedrera, combining one of the area's longest-running sailing traditions...
Rolling Stones tribute brings legendary rock hits to Orihuela Costa this August
Rolling Stones fans can enjoy some serious rock 'n' roll on the Orihuela Costa this month when tribute band Sympathy for the Stones takes to...
Medieval patron of Murcia makes rare visit to Pilar de la Horadada
Pilar de la Horadada will welcome a piece of neighbouring Murcia's medieval history when Santa Maria de la Arrixaca visits the municipality on Saturday, August...
Otters make a welcome comeback as they breed again across the Costa Blanca
Otters are making a welcome comeback on the Costa Blanca, with the animals now breeding again after disappearing from much of the province during the...
Villena exhibition celebrates artistic legacy and Moors and Christians costume designs
Villena is celebrating the work of local artist Pedro Marco with an exhibition exploring the important role he played in designing costumes for the town's...
Phil Collins tribute brings classic hits and Soul and Motown to Lomas de Cabo Roig
Phil Collins fans are in for a treat on Friday, August 28, when the UK's leading tribute to the singer takes to the stage at...
Premature baby born at just 24 weeks has sight saved by Spanish doctors
A baby born so early that every day of survival mattered was facing another devastating battle, the possibility of losing its sight. Born at just...
Rojales searches for local performers to become music stars for one night
Do you fancy taking to the stage and showing Rojales what you can do? The town is looking for performers for its XI Night of...
Alicante-Elche Airport heads for busiest year ever after another record-breaking month
Alicante-Elche Airport just keeps getting busier, with another record-breaking month putting the Costa Blanca gateway on course for its busiest year ever. More than 12.4 million...