Murcia has resumed its Wine Bus excursions in the lead up to summer. Wine lovers can once again sit back in comfort as they tour around the region’s three “denomination of origin” wine-growing areas: Bullas, Jumilla and Yecla. The “Bus del Vino” returned to the road earlier this month, and is … Read more about Wine Bus Excursions Re-Launched in Murcia
Corvera Airport Murcia has received two prestigious European awards from Airports Council International. The Aeropuerto Internacional Región de Murcia (as it is officially known in Spain) was named a winner of the “Airport Service Quality” award (in the category for European airports with fewer than … Read more about Best in Europe Awards for Corvera Airport Murcia
Music-lovers visiting Murcia this month will be able to enjoy a diverse program of concerts. Currently underway, and due to continue until 27 March, the second edition of Murcia Jazz Festival is being held in the municipal’s theatres and auditoriums, as well as in plazas around the capital city. In … Read more about Jazz Festival in Murcia… and Jethro Tull Concert in Cartagena
Restrictions on holiday travel from third countries, including the UK, are now being lifted by the EU. Due to apply from 1 March, the updated recommendations relate to the temporary restriction of non-essential travel into the EU. According to an EU Council news release, “The amendments … Read more about EU Facilitates Entry Rules for Tourists from the UK and Other Third Countries
British and other non-EU families with teenage children will now be able to safely book their half term holidays in Murcia after the Spanish government eased its vaccination rules. The move is in response to concern that vaccinations for children have not kept pace with adult rates. In a … Read more about Spanish Half Term Holidays Back on the Agenda for UK Families
Fully vaccinated tourists visiting Murcia can now take advantage of amended European Union travel measures aimed at facilitating safe free movement as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve. From today (1 February), Spain has formally adopted an EU Council recommendation for a coordinated … Read more about Spain Adopts New EU Initiative Easing COVID-19 Travel Protocols
Tourists returning to the UK from a holiday in the Murcia region will soon no longer have to test for COVID, provided they fulfil ongoing vaccination requirements. In a decision described as a “landmark day” by Tim Alderslade of Airlines UK, the British government announced that from 4 am on 11 … Read more about “Landmark Day” for Fully Vaccinated Tourists as UK Testing Requirements are Removed
UK tourists continue to look longingly at Spain’s ever-popular beach destinations including Murcia as their firm favourites for sunny holidays this year. Noting that foreign travel is now much easier as a result of pre-departure tests being removed, ABTA – The Travel Association said Spain was … Read more about Spain Number One on British Travellers’ Wish List for 2022
Tourists visiting the Murcia region who would like to organise a side trip to the Canary Islands can take advantage of special rates being offered by Binter this month. Until 20 January, the airline is selling discounted fares from €94.68 per route (if a return ticket is also booked) for flights … Read more about Binter Launches Special New Year Promotion for Flights from Murcia to the Canary Islands
Tourists returning to England after holidaying in the Murcia region will be able to take advantage of more convenient and less expensive coronavirus testing rules. In an official statement the UK government announced that “eligible fully vaccinated passengers and under-18s will no longer need to … Read more about UK Testing Requirements Eased for Travellers Returning from Murcia
The launch of EasyJet’s “Big Orange Sale” is scheduled to add more than one million extra summer seats from London Gatwick to destinations including Spain’s top holiday hotspots. Launched this month, the sale offers “up to 25 per cent off selected flights, and up to £300 off package holidays to … Read more about EasyJet Offers Extra Summer Seats from London Gatwick… and Extends “Protection Promise”
And then there were 23… That is, 23 resolute players who, after a gruelling two-week-long Qualifying School test at the La Manga golf and leisure resort in Murcia, secured their playing rights to compete on next year’s Ladies European Tour. The star of the show on the final day was American … Read more about Riveting Finale to LET Qualifying School at La Manga Club
Children aged from 12 to 15 years now have access to a NHS COVID Pass letter to facilitate travel to international destinations such as Murcia. From 13 December, this allows children who have had both doses of an approved vaccine to travel to countries including Spain, which now require 12 to … Read more about UK Vaccination Documentation Enhanced for Travelling Children
Tourists visiting Murcia and the Costa Cálida in December will be able to sign up for free guided tours showcasing the region’s rich cultural history. On the eve of the festive season, and preparing for renewed interest in the region in 2022 as travel restrictions are (hopefully) eased again, … Read more about Free Guided Tours of Murcia’s Major Cultural Destinations
If you are looking to buy a holiday property in Spain, you are spoilt for choice. Spain has established itself as a major global tourist destination over the last 50 years or so, and many owners of second homes and holiday properties come from Britain and elsewhere in Europe including Germany, … Read more about Murcia Is One Of The 3 Best Regions To Buy Property In Spain
Spain has updated its travel entry requirements as the world grapples with the newly detected COVID variant Omicron. Until now, the Spanish government has required all arrivals from the UK to present a Health Control Form on entry, and either a negative COVID-19 test or proof of … Read more about New Entry Rules for Travelling to Spain from the UK
Binter has launched a special new campaign offering flights from Murcia to the Canary Islands at reduced rates. The “Flight Friday” promotion applies for tickets bought up to 30 November (available from €84,70) and covering flights from 1 January to 31 March 2022. In addition, all customers who … Read more about Winter Schedule at Corvera Airport Murcia Includes Discounted Canary Islands Flights
Europeans are becoming increasingly positive about travelling over the next few months, with top Mediterranean resort areas such as Murcia’s Costa Cálida topping the wish-list of their favoured destinations. At least that is the conclusion of the latest research by the European Travel Commission … Read more about Spain Remains Number One Destination for European Travellers
UK travellers using their NHS COVID Pass when flying to Murcia and other European destinations have been advised the document should be updated from the start of this month. The pass is now part of the EU Digital COVID Certificate system but, according to the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and … Read more about NHS COVID Pass for European Travel Must be Updated from November
Customers are being offered a series of “radical improvements” to the service they receive from Ryanair. The low-cost airline, which operates flight services between Corvera Airport Murcia and two English destinations (Birmingham and Manchester), has launched a suite of digital initiatives to … Read more about Ryanair Unveils Suite of Digital Customer Improvements
