ORIHUELA COSTA, VEGA BAJA NEWS

Black flags for Costa Blanca tourist hotspotsBenidorm and the Costa Blanca shamed by ecologists for environmental abuses on the coast Fencing around construction site at Cala Mosca in Orihuela Costa Benidorm, Orihuela Costa and Torrevieja were shamed in this year’s Black.. 20/06/2025

Pilar de la Horadada mayor reveals latest expectation for AP-7 tunnel reopening dateRepairs after the fatal accident in May are now predicted to be finished by last week of June A reopening date for the southbound carriageway tunnel of the AP-7 in Pilar de la Horadada, which has been closed for repairs following a fatal truck.. 17/06/2025

Danish man rescued from treacherous Orihuela Costa cliffsThe victim was trapped at the bottom of an 8-metre overhang near Cala Caleta in Cabo Roig Guardia Civil officers faced a challenging rescue operation on Monday afternoon, June 10, when they received reports of someone who had fallen from the cliffs.. 17/06/2025

Orihuela Costa pothole repair project completed, but residents warn that many more roads need fixingTown hall coast department has also repaired the damaged sea wall between Campoamor and Cabo Roig Councillor Manuel Mestre inspecting the repair work Repairing all the potholes in Orihuela Costa is a bit like painting the Forth Bridge, because.. 16/06/2025

Irishman stabbed in Orihuela CostaThe29-year-old was attacked in La Zenia a month after another Irish national was shot in the head Orihuela Costa’s escalating crime wave took a shocking turn in the early hours of Sunday morning, June 15, when a 29-year-old Irish man was stabbed.. 16/06/2025

Guardia Civil rescues unconscious swimmer off La Mata beach, TorreviejaA 71-year-old man was pulled from the water after being spotted drifting face up in dangerous currents A swimmer was rescued on Tuesday afternoon by Guardia Civil officers after being found unconscious and floating around 100 metres from the shore.. 13/06/2025

Orihuela Costa deploys lifeguards early before summerService brought forward by two weeks as visitors flock to coast Manuel Mestre at the lifeguard hut on Playa la Glea The lifeguard service in Orihuela Costa started early this year, on the weekend of May 31-June 1, in response to the increasing.. 12/06/2025

PHOTOS: Fluffy baby flamingos hatch in TorreviejaIf you need something to brighten your day, check out the adorable new additions to La Mata’s salt lakes in Torrevieja If you're in need of a little pick-me-up today, let Torrevieja offer you a gentle reminder of nature's quiet magic.. 05/06/2025

Alicante province tops Blue Flag beaches leaderboardFind out which new beaches have gained or regained the prestigious award, and which have lost theirs in 2025 Poniente beach in Benidorm With a total of 89 Blue Flags, Alicante has received more of these distinctions than any other province.. 08/05/2025

EU's new €7 ETIAS travel authorisation delayed until 2027People from the UK will have to obtain authorisation before travelling to Spain The launch of the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) has been delayed once again, with the European Union announcing that it will not be introduced.. 17/03/2025

The sonic booms are over for now, but when will the next ones be?Here is when the next loud sonic booms from planes will be heard in southeast Spain   This Thursday February 13 marks the end of the latest round of supersonic training flights by the Spanish air force out of Albacete Air Base, which have caused.. 13/02/2025

Celebrate Christmas Day in La Zenia with the biggest beach party in EuropeThousands of people flock to the Orihuela Costa’s Cala Bosque each year for a Christmas Day with a real difference Are you tired of the same old Christmas celebrations? Looking for a unique and exciting way to spend the holiday season? Look.. 19/12/2024

Best theme parks and funfairs on the Costa BlancaThrill-seekers rejoice: there’s fun and excitement for all ages across the Costa Blanca As a region that welcomes millions of tourists every year, Alicante's Costa Blanca has plenty of attractions of all kinds to keep visitors entertained.. 19/09/2024

5 of the best water parks on the Costa BlancaBeat the heat on the Costa Blanca with unmissable excitement for all the family A sun-kissed stretch of Mediterranean coastline, the Costa Blanca is a haven for families and thrill-seekers alike. And what better way to beat the summer heat than a.. 19/09/2024

Internet in Spain for home and mobile with no extra fees from ExcomGet the best mobile internet and home WiFi in Spain from Excom Telecable Many people coming to Spain, whether permanently or for an extended vacation, wonder how they can get WiFi internet for their home and data for their mobile phone, plus calls.. 13/02/2024

Craft market every Thursday in La Florida, Orihuela CostaLooking for a unique and fun shopping experience? Look no further than the La Florida Thursday market The Orihuela Costa has no shortage of exciting and colourful street markets, packed full of the freshest fruit and veg and stalls of unique gifts.. 29/01/2024

Costa Blanca day trips: 6 fantastic places to discover in southern AlicanteMake the most of the cooler weather and enjoy everything the Costa Blanca has to offer this autumn/winter The Costa Blanca, or the White Coast in English, effortlessly conjures up images of pristine Mediterranean beaches and turquoise waters. But.. 21/11/2023