A statement published in the business newspaper Expansión has sparked discussion among tourism experts: the best tourism model today is neither Benidorm nor Torrevieja. At first glance, this may seem provocative. However, it reflects a deeper transformation taking place across European tourism. Benidorm has long been the symbol of mass tourism. It is a high-density city with vertical development, a strong hotel infrastructure and a massive flow of visitors. This model has pro

In Orihuela Costa an increasingly worrying question is being raised: what happens if a serious medical emergency occurs at night? The concern is based on concrete facts: in the coastal area of the municipality, the advanced life support emergency service (SAMU) has for a long time not operated 24 hours a day, but only approximately from 9:30 to 21:30. This means that at night there may be no specialised emergency unit available locally. 45-minute response in a cardiac arrest

Residents of Orihuela saw a bright fireball crossing the sky at around 22:54. Eyewitness reactions People described it as: “A flash like daylight” “I thought it was an explosion” “A very bright shooting star” Some even speculated it could be a missile. What it was A bolide , a meteor burning in the atmosphere. Is it rare? Not really — such events happen every year. Folklore People make wishes when seeing shooting stars. Conclusion A short but memorable event. 📸 Image: MeteOr

The municipality of Torrevieja has approved a new concession to improve traffic and urban management. A specialized company will manage traffic systems and data, under city supervision. What is SACCT SACCT is a traffic control system that: monitors traffic manages signals detects congestion informs about road closures Air quality impact Better traffic flow means fewer emissions and improved air quality. Agenda Urbana 2030 Torrevieja follows the Agenda Urbana 2030 strategy to:

In a residential complex in Orihuela, a conflict has erupted between neighbours due to aggressive dogs. The situation gained wide attention following a report by Cuatro on its program En boca de todos . According to the affected residents, this is not an isolated case but a series of repeated incidents. Locals claim that the dogs behave aggressively, while the owners do not always comply with control measures. Leash and control: where the violation begins In Spain, a dog in a

The municipality of Torrevieja collected significantly more revenue from fines in 2025 than initially budgeted. According to official data, income exceeded projections by approximately 69% . The increase is mainly due to traffic violations detected by four fixed speed cameras , as well as a rise in parking fines  linked to a stronger police presence. A dual enforcement model has emerged: automated speed control through radars and on-ground monitoring of parking violations. Th

A quiet stretch of coastline near Barranco Rubio in Orihuela Costa became the scene of a tragedy when a 28-year-old man  died after falling from a cliff approximately ten meters high . The incident occurred along the rocky coastline between Campoamor and Mil Palmeras beaches, an area known for scenic coastal paths and dramatic Mediterranean views. According to emergency services, the man fell from the cliff onto rocks near the shoreline. Patrols from the Guardia Civil, rescue

On the evening of March 13, 2026 , the quiet town of Albatera in the Vega Baja region became the scene of a shocking street fight. The incident occurred around 6:30–6:40 PM  on Calle Vicente Pardo. Emergency services received several calls reporting a violent confrontation between two men. When police arrived, they found one of the individuals sitting on the pavement with a screwdriver lodged in the left side of his head . Officers decided not to remove the object , as doing

Agriculture in the Vega Baja del Segura  region has once again been affected by adverse weather conditions. According to the agricultural organization La Unió Llauradora i Ramadera , recent strong winds have caused significant damage across the Valencian agricultural sector. Preliminary estimates put the losses at more than €26 million . Vegetable crops and artichoke plantations — one of the region’s most iconic agricultural products — were among the most affected. Strong win

The City Council of Torrevieja has awarded the new urban transport service contract to Avanza Movilidad Levante S.L. , which will operate the city’s bus network for the next 10 years . According to Federico Alarcón , secretary of the Local Government Board, the company’s offer represents an 18% reduction compared with the original tender budget of €82.7 million . The municipal subsidy for the entire contract period will amount to approximately €67.8 million . More routes and

Great news for children and families in Torrevieja and nearby towns. On March 19 , the traditional amusement fair at Parque Antonio Soria  will open once again, bringing joy to thousands of visitors every year. With the start of the new season, the fairground will once again be filled with lights, music and festive atmosphere. Visitors will enjoy carousels, a Ferris wheel, family rides, game stalls and many attractions where people can spend a fun day with friends and family.

The Local Police of Guardamar del Segura  successfully located an elderly foreign resident who had been reported missing earlier in the evening. The alert was initially received from the Local Police of Rojales , who reported that an elderly man with dementia had disappeared around 7:00 pm while driving his car . Located on the N-332 road The search lasted several hours. At 11:30 pm , a local resident alerted the police about a vehicle stopped without lights on the N-332 road

The municipality of Cox , located in the province of Alicante, has become one of the most technologically advanced towns in the Vega Baja del Segura  region in terms of municipal security. The town has implemented an intelligent video surveillance system designed to monitor access points to the municipality and improve the ability of police to respond quickly to potential incidents. The project was developed in 2024 as part of the municipality’s smart city strategy . 45 camer

Officers from the Guardia Civil Main Post in Torrevieja  arrested two Lithuanian nationals, aged 32 and 36, after intercepting a vehicle valued at more than €80,000  that had been reported stolen in the United Kingdom. Suspicious British number plates The incident occurred during a routine security checkpoint. The vehicle carried British license plates , but it lacked the mandatory country identification mark, which raised suspicions among the officers and prompted a more tho

Car theft remains a growing concern in the southern part of Alicante province. According to the latest figures from Spain’s Ministry of the Interior, two municipalities in Vega Baja del Segura — Pilar de la Horadada and Orihuela — recorded some of the highest car-theft rates relative to population in 2025. The figures come from the official Balance de Criminalidad 2025  report. More than one theft per thousand residents Both municipalities registered a rate of 1.15 stolen veh

The Hospital Universitario de Torrevieja  has received the highest national accreditation for the quality of care provided to patients with advanced kidney diseases. This recognition confirms the high standards of the hospital’s nephrology service. The accreditation is awarded to medical centres that meet strict national standards in the diagnosis, treatment and follow-up of patients with chronic kidney disease. Experts evaluate hospitals based on clinical protocols, medical

Local Police in Torrevieja have increased parking enforcement in the city centre and along the waterfront areas. The move follows numerous complaints from residents and business owners about chaotic parking and vehicles occupying spaces for long periods in busy areas. According to municipal sources, the main goal is to improve the turnover of parking spaces in commercial districts and make it easier for visitors to access shops, restaurants and services. Torrevieja operates a

The city of Almoradí became the gastronomic capital of the Vega Baja region for two days. On March 7 and 8, 2026 , the town hosted the XI National Artichoke Congress , one of the most important culinary events in the south of Alicante province. Thousands of visitors gather in Plaza de la Constitución  to celebrate the region’s main agricultural product — the artichoke, often referred to as the “green gold” of Vega Baja. Food stalls, tastings, cooking demonstrations and cultur

The city council of Torrevieja has expressed concern over delays affecting one of the largest urban development projects in the city — the La Hoya sector. Municipal authorities have asked the consortium responsible for the development to unblock the second phase of urbanisation, warning that delays could affect part of the housing programme. Without the completion of this phase, construction cannot proceed, including 775 affordable housing units planned for the area. A new di

Police in Orihuela arrested two men after discovering that the vehicle they were driving had been reported stolen. The incident occurred during a routine road checkpoint carried out by local police to detect violations and locate stolen vehicles. During the inspection, officers confirmed that the car had previously been stolen in the province of Valencia. Both occupants of the vehicle were detained while the investigation continues. The vehicle was recovered and later returne

Parents accuse Torrevieja school of delaying notice about missing children In Torrevieja a dispute has emerged after parents claimed that a local school waited almost two weeks before informing them about their children’s absence from class. The children have reportedly been missing for several months after being taken by their mother. What the law says Education in Spain is mandatory from ages 6 to 16 . Unexplained absence is considered school absenteeism  and schools must f

Officers from the Torrevieja Local Police  have seized 11 personal mobility vehicles (VMP)  during a traffic control operation carried out on Antonio Machado Street . According to information released by municipal emergency services, the officers discovered that the vehicles were being used without the mandatory insurance required under current regulations . As a result of the inspection, the electric scooters were immobilized and transferred to the municipal impound lot . Lo

An attempted break-in at a residential complex in Playa Flamenca (Orihuela Costa)  was stopped after local police responded quickly to reports from residents. According to available information, neighbours alerted authorities after spotting two hooded individuals climbing over the perimeter fence  of a gated community. Police officers arrived shortly afterwards and intercepted the suspects before they were able to enter any of the homes, preventing the burglary at a very earl

A Czech citizen and former soldier identified as Michael M. was shot dead during the early hours of March 1 in the Punta Prima area of Torrevieja. The man was under judicial investigation in connection with the murder of a Northern Irish citizen in the south of Alicante province. According to initial reports, the victim suffered gunshot wounds and was found around 1:30 a.m. on a street in the Rocío del Mar area. A local resident raised the alarm after spotting a man with a se