Silence is truly golden in Cabo Tiñoso. At least it is these days. In the past, its cliffs and coves were home to defensive artillery positions protecting Cartagena from marauding pirates and other invaders, but today they have a considerably less belligerent role enveloping the area’s picturesque … Read more about Rustic Murcia Eco-Tourism in an Oasis of Natural Serenity
Murcia holidaymakers will soon be able to take advantage of cheaper COVID tests when they return home to the UK. The British government has announced that, from 24 October, eligible fully vaccinated passengers arriving in England from countries not on the red list (including Spain) can take a … Read more about Cheaper COVID Test Requirements for Returning UK Tourists
Visitors to Murcia’s popular Costa Cálida resort areas can unwind and enjoy a revitalising experience at two of Spain’s finest luxury spas. A report by holiday rentals website Holidu ranked the Archena spa at number one (with a perfect score of 10 out of 10) and Thalasia in eighth position of a … Read more about Murcia’s Archena Spa Ranked the Best in Spain
Having the “right” nationality (and passport) has become increasingly relevant in recent months as air travellers have faced a veritable potpourri of international regulations and protocols. From COVID testing to quarantine, and traffic light systems to vaccination certificates, global travel has … Read more about How Valuable is Your Passport?
Wine-loving visitors to the Murcia region can once again enjoy comfortable and safe organised bus trips to the region’s bodegas. The Wine Bus (Bus del Vino) has resumed its excursions this month, with trips every two weeks until December to wine tourism routes in Bullas, Jumilla and … Read more about Murcia’s Wine Bus Back on the Road for Tourist Excursions
British tourists are being invited to discover the diverse cycling options available in Murcia. In a special campaign aimed at drawing UK visitors back to the region, now that travel restrictions have been significantly eased, authorities are highlighting the destination’s significant appeal as a … Read more about Murcia Showcases Attractions of Region’s Cycling Tourism for UK Visitors
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
