Members of the Guardia Civil are at the marina area of Torrevieja today, displaying a range of tools and vehicles used in law enforcement. There are static displays throughout the afternoon and demonstrations during the event. It is free to visit and worth popping along to explore some of the hidden elements of this safety and security orientated corps.
The beaches of the Vega Baja region, which include the Orihuela Costa, will exhibit a total of 25 prestigious blue flags this summer, which is four more than last year and in spite of all the chaos on some of the local beaches involving beach bars – or lack of them. Nevertheless, this area continues to lead all others within …
Despite date changes and other delays in the last couple of years, Torrevieja has always managed to celebrate its annual May Fair (although not always in May), as it is one of the city’s most important cultural events on the calendar. This year, the May Fair or Feria de Sevillanas, as they are now calling it, will be held in …
The Vega Baja town of Rojales will be celebrating with a Sevillanas Fair for the Fiestas of Saint Isidro, which are being held this weekend in the Parque El Recorral. Hundreds of locals and visitors will be expected to attend this outdoor three-day event, which includes a pilgrimage in honour of San Isidro, to …
The town hall of Torrevieja has organised a fantastic classical music concert for this evening which will be given by the city’s Municipal Symphonic Orchestra and the Choir of Torrevieja at the International Auditorium. Together, they will perform a selection of opera and zarzuela pieces by some of the world’s most well-known and much-loved composers including Verdi, Puccini, Bizet, Chueca …
Well, it’s a beautiful day today in Torrevieja and it just happens to be the weekend too. So, that must mean it’s BEACH TIME! And fortunately for anyone that lives in the Torrevieja vicinity, there is an abundance of stunning beaches to choose from including Playa del Cura, Los Locos, Los Naufragos, Cabo Cervera and many more. On such a …
Two men, a Spaniard aged 34 and a Moroccan aged 46, have been arrested by the Guardia Civil in Bigastro and in Los Montesinos for allegedly forging money and trafficking drugs. A stash of 78 forged fifty-euro notes (3,900€), 170 grams of hashish and 14 grams of cocaine have been confiscated from the pair. The …
Michael Jackson fans are in for a treat next weekend as one of the world’s best Jackson impersonators takes to the stage in Elche for a stunning homage to the legendary King of Pop. The show – I Want U Back – is being held in the city’s Gran Teatro de Elche, and consists of …
If you have never been to the Caves in Rojales above the town centre on the first Sunday of every month for the monthly arts, crafts and music event, now is the time to go as this weekend the Rojales Caves will be the setting for three whole days of fun. Over the 4, 5 …
If you haven’t been already, then this is a great event for the family, for children, for seafaring lovers and, of course, for anyone with an interest in boats. The XV edition of Torrevieja’s Static and Radio-Controlled Boats Exhibition is set to close this Sunday 6 May. But there is still time to visit if you haven’t been yet. The …
Aromas, childhood memories, the kitchen bursting with sweet ingredients, mischievous fingers swiping custard from the pan, joyful smiles and embraces brimming with cream and chocolate. The Habaneras Shopping Centre, managed by CBRE, is celebrating Mother’s Day by organising a cupcake workshop next Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 May, in the shopping centre’s Urban Garden, on the terrace floor. Show the world how sweet your …
It has now officially been confirmed that the site of La Mata’s popular weekly Wednesday market will switch to another location within the town, even though there has been much opposition from both traders and residents. The market will, at some point in the near future, move to Avenida de Francia and Avenida de los Holandeses, where the streets are …
