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
International Flights Return to Corvera as Spain Awaits “Green List” Decision
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
EU Digital COVID Certificate Set to be Introduced on 1 July
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
Spain Tops Global Ranking for “Blue Flag” Beaches and Marinas
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
Spain on Standby for UK “Green List” Status… as State of Alarm is Lifted
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
Enhanced Travel Protection Pledged by EasyJet
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
New Milestone in Cartagena’s Venerable Naval History
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
Preparing for Summer Tourist Season… How Spain’s Vaccination Program is Progressing
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 Holidaymakers Eagerly Waiting for International Travel Ban Review
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
Rise in Travel Confidence as Families Look Forward to Summer Holidays
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
What Europe’s Digital Green Certificate Will Mean for Safe Travel
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
Murcia Focuses on Quality Tourism… as German Holidaymakers are Given Green Light to 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
Health Measures at Corvera Airport Murcia Rated Among World’s Best
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
Scuba Diving and Birdwatching… Captivating Nature-Based Tourism on the Costa Cálida
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
UK Roadmap Boosts Demand for Spanish Summer Holidays
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
Free COVID Insurance Coverage for Tourists Travelling to Murcia
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
What are Spain’s Most Popular Tapas?
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?
Vaccination Roll-Out Helps Boost Tourists’ Optimism for Summer Travel
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
Enjoying a Healthy Getaway in Murcia
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
Murcia’s Sierra Espuña Ranked Among Top Ecotourism Attractions in Spain
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