Britain’s vaccine roll-out has been praised as one of the most effective in the world, heightening expectations that UK holidaymakers will be able to enjoy safe holidays in the sun this summer. But what about other destination countries, including Spain and the popular Costa Blanca resorts in … Read more about Preparing for Summer Tourist Season… How Spain’s Vaccination Program is Progressing
British prime minister Boris Johnson is expected to announce details next week of a framework that will allow holidaymakers to resume trips abroad. According to newspaper reports, on Easter Monday Johnson is likely to outline a “traffic light” system as part of a government roadmap for the possible … Read more about British Holidaymakers Eagerly Waiting for International Travel Ban Review
Families are once again dreaming of holidays in such popular destinations as the Costa Blanca – and hoping to do so in grand style. According to a poll by Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, “Brits are planning to make up for lost time with their loved ones by taking extended family with them on their next … Read more about Rise in Travel Confidence as Families Look Forward to Summer Holidays
Europe has taken the first step towards introducing a Digital Green Certificate in time for this summer’s peak tourist season. Proposed by the European Commission, the certificate will provide proof that a person has been vaccinated and has received a negative test result or recovered from … Read more about What Europe’s Digital Green Certificate Will Mean for Safe Travel
Quality remains the cornerstone of Murcia’s commitment to safe tourism, as the region prepares for the imminent return of European holidaymakers. British tourists are hoping non-essential travel restrictions will be eased from May, and Germans have now been given the all-clear by their government to … Read more about Murcia Focuses on Quality Tourism… as German Holidaymakers are Given Green Light to Travel
Corvera Airport Murcia has been named as one of an elite group of airports around the world adopting the best COVID-19 hygiene measures. The prestigious Airport Service Quality award is presented by Airports Council International, an association of international airports whose key objective is to … Read more about Health Measures at Corvera Airport Murcia Rated Among World’s Best
With tourists once again eagerly making summer getaway plans as governments throughout Europe prepare to ease travel restrictions, Murcia is making sure the region maintains its popularity as one of Europe’s most highly coveted holiday destinations. Throughout the pandemic, health and tourism … Read more about Scuba Diving and Birdwatching… Captivating Nature-Based Tourism on the Costa Cálida
Murcia is one of Spain’s major tourist regions benefiting from renewed summer travel optimism following the UK announcement of a roadmap out of lockdown. British prime minister Boris Johnson reported that, on 12 April, a travel task-force would unveil plans to lift the ban on non-essential foreign … Read more about UK Roadmap Boosts Demand for Spanish Summer Holidays
Murcia’s regional government has announced plans to provide tourists with insurance coverage for health, transport and accommodation costs incurred if they become infected with COVID-19 during their holidays. The initiative is part of a comprehensive Reactivation Plan for the Regional Tourism … Read more about Free COVID Insurance Coverage for Tourists Travelling to Murcia
Many quintessential aspects of Spanish culture have gained iconic status around the world. Flamenco, siestas, fiestas, football (“El Clásico”), sangría, paella, jamón serrano… Spain’s most famous export, however, is arguably the tapa – certainly when it comes to the country’s renowned … Read more about What are Spain’s Most Popular Tapas?
The desire is certainly undiminished. As another northern hemisphere summer draws closer, tourists around the world are looking forward to resuming their travel plans. Obviously eager to tap into that enthusiasm, airline and holiday industry companies have been presenting attractive packages for the … Read more about Vaccination Roll-Out Helps Boost Tourists’ Optimism for Summer Travel
Regional tourism authorities are showcasing Murcia’s attractions as a major health tourism destination as they prepare for the return of international visitors in 2021. Towards the end of 2020, Tourism Institute experts took part in a series of online workshops with tour operators and travel … Read more about Enjoying a Healthy Getaway in Murcia
Tourists seeking pure air away from crowded urban areas have been invited to explore Spain’s top ecotourism destinations this year – when travel plans permit it. Noting that the coronavirus pandemic was encouraging an increasing number of people to rediscover more natural settings for their holiday … Read more about Murcia’s Sierra Espuña Ranked Among Top Ecotourism Attractions in Spain
Murcia is preparing to welcome back tourists this year by placing a special focus on its many gastronomic attractions, including three outstanding wine routes. Coinciding with the decision to extend Murcia’s national “Capital of Gastronomy” status from 2020 into 2021 (due to COVID-19 restrictions … Read more about Tourists Invited to Savour the Wine Routes of Murcia
Boeing has signed a deal with Ryanair to supply 75 additional 737 MAX airplanes, noted for their improved fuel efficiency and environmental performance. Increasing its order book to 210 jets, Ryanair again selected the 737 8-200, a higher-capacity version of the 737-8 that offers additional seats … Read more about Ryanair Highlights Growth Plans with New Boeing 737 Order
In November 2019, Murcia was named as Spain’s “Capital of Gastronomy” for 2020, prompting government and tourism authorities to plan a year-long fiesta of festivals and events. Unfortunately, their plans came unstuck in March, with numerous events being subsequently cancelled because of COVID-19 … Read more about New Extended Showcase of Murcia’s Cuisine in 2021
Spain has updated its coronavirus test protocols for travellers from “high-risk” countries. Airline passengers – including those flying into Corvera Airport Murcia – can substantiate a negative COVID-19 diagnosis of active infection with a Transcription-Mediated Amplification (TMA) test carried out … Read more about Spanish Government Expands Coronavirus Test Options for Inbound Travellers
Travellers using EasyJet’s flight services to Corvera Airport Murcia will be able to take advantage of special COVID-19 testing options. This week the low-cost airline and holiday company announced that it was exploring ways of working with different governments and industry partners to test the … Read more about Preferential Coronavirus Testing Prices for EasyJet Passengers
Lemons are not one of the more common products popularly associated with Spain. Most people will be more familiar with oranges from Valencia, or strawberries from Huelva (especially around Wimbledon tennis championship time) or tomatoes from Almería... Lemons are, however, one of Spain’s most … Read more about The “Lemon Age” Tour Heads to Murcia
The regional government is looking to reactivate international tourism as early as possible in 2021, with a special focus on British holidaymakers. As Spain foreshadowed new travel regulations requiring inbound travellers from “at-risk” countries to provide evidence of a negative PCR test, Murcia’s … Read more about Murcia Highlights Region’s Safe and Sustainable Tourism During World Travel Market
