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103,000 homes in Murcia are classed as empty, so where are they?The latest INE figures show that one in eight homes in the Region is classified as unused, with Cartagena recording the highest number More than 103,000 homes across the Region of Murcia are classed as empty, according to figures from Spain'.. 19/08/2026
Spotted a purple flag on the beach? Here's what it means and why you shouldn't ignore itSpain's beach flag system could keep you safe this summer, and one colour in particular catches many people off guard Most of us know the basics. Green means go, red means no. But spend enough time on Spanish beaches and you'll eventually spot.. 19/08/2026
Budget Imserso holidays go on sale for pensioners in the Region of Murcia this SeptemberSales for the 2026-2027 season open on September 16 for priority members across Spain and September 17 for everyone else Pensioners across the Region of Murcia and the rest of Spain will soon be able to get their hands on this year's Imserso trips.. 19/08/2026
Murcia fashion firm Liwe shuts 36 more Inside stores as it battles €69 million debtThe Murcia-based company has closed 136 stores since the start of 2025 and now has around 200 Inside outlets still operating as it works to restructure its finances The Murcia-based company behind fashion chain Inside has closed another 36 shops.. 18/08/2026
50 heat-related deaths recorded in Murcia this summerThe estimated death toll has more than doubled in a year as Murcia experiences one of its most extreme summers on record The health impact of this summer's exceptional heat is becoming increasingly clear, with 50 deaths in the Region of Murcia.. 18/08/2026
Seguro Parking offers more than airport parking at Alicante and MurciaSeguro Parking's PLUS+ programme and bodywork repair service mean your car can be checked, maintained and repaired while you're away Most people leave their car at the airport because they're going on holiday, but what if you could come.. 17/08/2026
Murcia's countryside is stealing some of the summer spotlightRural accommodation reached 83% occupancy in July and is expected to hit 93% in August, properties with swimming pools are already fully booked Beaches might be one of Murcia's biggest attractions, but this summer there's another part of.. 17/08/2026
Homeless people struggle to escape Murcia's extreme summer heatMore than 500 people are estimated to be living on the streets across the Region this summer as temperatures regularly climb towards 40C For most people, getting through a hot day in the Region of Murcia means finding some shade, turning on the.. 17/08/2026
Bars and restaurant terraces in Spain could be forced to close during heatwavesOutdoor services will be suspended across Spain when temperatures hit 42°C unless businesses meet strict requirements to protect staff If you’re planning to enjoy a drink or meal outside during one of Spain’s increasingly intense heatwaves.. 17/08/2026
Murcia weather forecast August 17-20: Heat builds before rain and storms returnTemperatures are set to climb towards 40°C inland but there’s a strong chance of rain in several parts of the Region mid-week Weather alerts for high temperatures on Tuesday August 18 The Region of Murcia is heading into another.. 17/08/2026
Retirement age in Spain rises to 67 in 2027Spain’s retirement age reaches 67 next year, but you could still retire at 65 depending on how long you’ve paid into the system Are you already dreaming of the day you can relegate the suit to the back of the wardrobe in favour of flip.. 17/08/2026
Plastic bags, mini shampoos and wrapped fruit all set to vanish from Spanish shopsThe new EU packaging law lands in Spain this week, reshaping how shops sell everything from fruit to toiletries A sweeping new EU packaging law comes into force across Spain this Wednesday August 12 and it's set to change everything from the labels.. 14/08/2026
Buying a home in Spain with cash is becoming increasingly rare as prices push more buyers towards mortgagesThe proportion of cash purchases has fallen to a five-year low, with rising property prices eroding the savings advantage that once allowed many buyers to avoid borrowing altogether Something is shifting in Spain's property market. Cash purchases.. 14/08/2026
Living costs rise sharply in Murcia as transport prices climb 7.7%Prices rose 0.7 percentage points in July as transport costs jumped 7.7% compared with the same month last year The cost of living in the Region of Murcia has risen sharply, with inflation reaching 3.7% in July compared with the same month last year.. 14/08/2026
Which shops and supermarkets are open in the Region of Murcia on August 15?Here’s where you can shop on Saturday as the Assumption of the Virgin Mary brings a national holiday across Spain Saturday August 15 is the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, one of Spain’s national public holidays. As it falls on a Saturday.. 14/08/2026
Ecocorp Solar: The smarter way to cut your energy bills and take control of your homeWith 15 years of experience across southern Spain, Ecocorp Solar is helping homeowners harness the sun and say goodbye to rising energy costs Let's be honest. If you live in southern Spain, you already know the sun is one of the best things about.. 14/08/2026
