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
Spain’s national airport operator has revamped its website to provide enhanced online services for travellers using Corvera Airport Murcia and other key tourist flight hubs around the country. Airport users can now access all services at airports operated by Aena with just one click. In a press … Read more about Upgraded Digital Experience for Corvera Airport Murcia Passengers
After several months of relative inactivity, Corvera Airport Murcia is re-establishing its status as one of Europe’s key flight hubs for UK and other tourists keen to enjoy summer holidays in one of Spain’s most popular Mediterranean resort areas. A boost in flight services at the international … Read more about International Flights Return to Corvera as Spain Awaits “Green List” Decision
The European Union’s main institutions have reached a provisional political agreement to press ahead with the EU Digital COVID Certificate. If all goes to plan – with its formal adoption – the certificate (previously known as the “Digital Green Certificate”) will be ready to be introduced at the end … Read more about EU Digital COVID Certificate Set to be Introduced on 1 July
The Murcia region has maintained its 32 coveted “Blue Flags”, as Spain leads the latest international ranking of safe and sustainable beach and marina facilities. Operated internationally by the Foundation for Environmental Education and in Spain by the Asociación de Educación Ambiental y del … Read more about Spain Tops Global Ranking for “Blue Flag” Beaches and Marinas
Murcia and other regional tourism authorities are hoping Spain will be upgraded to the “green list” when the UK reviews its traffic light system for overseas holiday travel in June. By then, the country will also have been able to evaluate its first month of more relaxed nationwide mobility … Read more about Spain on Standby for UK “Green List” Status… as State of Alarm is Lifted
EasyJet and EasyJet Holidays have updated their “Protection Promise” to enhance passengers’ confidence as the industry prepares for an expected return to international travel by UK holidaymakers later this month. The low-cost airline company – one of the main operators at Corvera Airport Murcia … Read more about Enhanced Travel Protection Pledged by EasyJet
Cartagena has played a significant historical role in Spain for more than two millennia. The city was founded around 227 BC by military leader, politician and Iberian governor Hasdrubal the Fair, and subsequently became a prominent Roman Empire outpost and later a key city during the Muslim conquest … Read more about New Milestone in Cartagena’s Venerable Naval History
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
