The weekend ahead is packed with cultural highlights, starting with the San Isidro festivities which bring a bank holiday atmosphere to Madrid and increased traffic to the Costa Blanca as residents head to the coast.
In the Alicante province, the Elche International Guitar Festival offers world-class music, while Rojales celebrates its traditional pilgrimage with processions that may cause local road closures.
In Torrevieja, the spotlight is on the Norwegian community this Sunday, 17 May. The Norwegian National Day parade will take over the Juan Aparicio promenade from 11:00 am, followed by celebrations at the natural pools. Residents and visitors should be aware of pedestrian crowds and potential traffic diversions near Playa del Cura during the festivities.
