Spain offers hikers and cyclists nearly 3,000 kilometres of “Greenway” paths through tranquil and picturesque natural settings. Abandoned railway lines converted to trails, they extend throughout the country – more than 120 in all, both inland and near the coast. In the Murcia region alone, the … Read more about Hiking and Cycling Along Murcia’s Historic Greenways
The UK government has announced an overhaul of its international travel rules which means that fully vaccinated travellers from Murcia will no longer need to pay for a COVID-19 test before returning home. The new rules, which also include a simplification of the “traffic light system”, are due … Read more about COVID Testing Requirements Eased for UK Travellers Returning Home from Murcia
Intrepid cycling tourists travelling through the Murcia region can now take advantage of convenient and comprehensive sign-posting as they journey along the 6,000-kilometre Mediterranean Route. According to the regional ministry of tourism, nearly 1,000 elements have been installed, including … Read more about Murcia Completes Sign-Posting for Pan-European Cycling Route
Murcia’s gastronomic spotlight will be focused on Bullas from next Friday when the town hosts its popular Wine Fiestas. Located in the north-western part of the region, 651 metres above sea level and 53 kilometres from the capital city, Bullas is one of Murcia’s three designation of origin … Read more about Special Festivities for Wine Lovers in Bullas
More than 70 per cent of Spain’s population have now received their full COVID-19 vaccine course. This was the target set by Spanish prime minister Pedro Sánchez back in April when he announced that, by the end of August, Spain would have vaccinated at least 33,215,556 people out of a current total … Read more about Spain Reaches Milestone of 70 Per Cent Fully Vaccinated
The International Air Transport Association has urged countries to make the EU Digital COVID Certificate their global standard for digital vaccine certificates. The IATA has also announced that both the EU certificate (DCC) and the UK NHS COVID Pass can now be uploaded to the IATA Travel Pass as … Read more about IATA Recognition for EU and UK Digital COVID Certificates
As holidaymakers start to make plans for their post-summer travel, Murcia authorities are promoting the region’s lesser known attractions for those seeking something a little different in the evolving tourism market. Maintaining the focus on outdoor pursuits – in an area enjoying year-round … Read more about Diverse Tourism Options in Murcia… From Spiritual Reflection to Football
The “safe and healthy” experience for visitors to Murcia begins at the region’s international airport. Last month Corvera Airport Murcia received Airport Health Accreditation by the Airports Council International, after earlier in the year being recognised with an Airport Service Quality … Read more about Murcia Upgrades Accessibility Services at Costa Cálida Beaches
Holidaymakers from the UK will be able to save on their travel costs after the British government announced a review of private testing providers. The price of some tests has now been reduced by a fifth, and the UK health ministry has warned that “any misleading pricing will be clamped down on … Read more about UK Reduces Cost of Test and Trace Tests for Travel
The UK government has confirmed that popular Spanish tourist regions including Murcia will remain on the “amber list” for UK leisure travel. This means tourists from the UK visiting Murcia’s Costa Cálida – and the rest of Spain – will continue to be exempt from self-isolation protocols on their … Read more about Murcia Maintains “Amber” Status… with Ongoing Quarantine Exemption for UK Tourists
Passengers planning flights on Ryanair have been advised to book directly through the company’s own website or app to avoid the risk of “anti-consumer practices by certain online travel agents”. According to the low-cost airline – one of the main companies operating out of Corvera Airport Murcia … Read more about Ryanair Warns Customers of “Bogus Discount Scam”
The Murcia government has officially nominated Cehegín for official recognition as one of the World Tourism Organisation’s “Best Tourism Villages”. The objective of this global initiative, under the auspices of the United Nations agency, is “to highlight those villages where tourism preserves … Read more about Cehegín Nominated for UNWTO “Best Tourism Villages” Recognition
Corvera Airport Murcia has received further recognition as an internationally certified “safe airport”. Earlier this year, the airport was honoured with a coveted Airport Service Quality award for adopting the best COVID-19 hygiene measures. Now, it has been granted Airport Health Accreditation … Read more about Global Health Accreditation for Corvera Airport Murcia
From 19 July fully vaccinated UK travellers will no longer be required to self-isolate when returning home to England from “amber list” countries including Spain. The British Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has also announced today that it “no longer advises against all but … Read more about Return Quarantine Rules Eased for UK Tourists Holidaying in Murcia
Murcia tourism authorities have launched a “Summer Special” campaign to remind tourists of the Costa Cálida’s enticing holiday options. “Swimsuit, bikini, flip-flops, sunscreen... and excitement, dreams, eagerness, fun,” they declare. “You don't need anything else in your suitcase, since we have … Read more about Beach, Sea, Wine and Festivals… Tourists Invited to “Live Your Holiday” in Murcia
UK tourists travelling to Spain from Friday (2 July) will be required to present proof of a negative COVID-19 test on arrival or that they are fully vaccinated. For the past month, British visitors have enjoyed special status when booking flights to Spanish summer hotspots including Murcia and the … Read more about Spain Re-Evaluates Entry Requirements for British Tourists
International tourists visiting the Murcia region over the next year are being offered free travel insurance to cover COVID-incurred and other medical costs. The initiative will officially come into effect from Thursday 1 July, just five days after the Spanish government eased its year-long face … Read more about Free COVID Insurance for Murcia Tourists… and Face Mask Rules Eased for Outdoor Areas
Tourists visiting Murcia who are interested in an exotic side trip during their stay can now fly directly to Morocco. This month Air Arabia launched a twice-weekly service to Oujda, on Mondays and Fridays, the first-ever regular airport connection between the Murcia region and Morocco. The … Read more about New Air Arabia Service Launched Between Murcia and Morocco
It’s now official. The EU Digital COVID Certificate is set to go live on 1 July. This week (Monday), the presidents of the three EU institutions – European Parliament, European Commission and Council of the EU – attended an official signing ceremony for the “Regulation on the EU Digital COVID … Read more about European Union Officially Paves the Way for Digital COVID Certificate
The Spanish government has rejected a request by its regional counterpart to rename Corvera Airport Murcia after Juan de la Cierva. The Murcia-born pilot and civil and aeronautical engineer is best-known as the inventor in 1920 of a single-rotor aircraft called the “autogiro” (later known as … Read more about Corvera Airport Murcia Name to Remain Unchanged
