ANDALUCIA NEWS

New rules for short-term rentals come into effect in Spain on July 1All tourist and temporary rentals in Spain must now be registered to advertise online From this Tuesday July 1, anyone wanting to rent out their property as a tourist rental, temporary accommodation or room rental will need to register with a new government.. 30/06/2025

Andalucía weekly weather forecast June 30-July 3: Inland temperatures climb again with the chance of stormsClear skies and light winds with very hot conditions inland and slightly cooler but still warm weather along the coast The start of July brings more high temperatures to Andalucía. While coastal areas will enjoy slightly lower temperatures.. 30/06/2025

Mercadona switches to summer and Sunday opening hours across SpainSpain’s favourite supermarket is extending its opening hours at nearly 300 stores We know it’s only the one day but let’s face it: supermarket winter hours, particularly Sunday closures, can be a bit of a pain, especially for holidaymakers..

Passengers could soon be allowed TWO carry-ons if EU proposal is passedThe EU Parliament has backed demands that all passengers be allowed bring 7kg hand luggage for free European travellers could soon get the right to bring a 7kg carry-on bag on flights without paying extra fees, after parliamentarians from the transport.. 27/06/2025

4-year-old girl dies after accidentally falling from the fourth floor of a building in FuengirolaThe child was rushed to hospital but could not be saved A 4-year-old girl has died after accidentally falling from a fourth floor in the neighbourhood of El Boquetillo in the Costa del Sol town of Fuengirola, according to police sources.  .. 27/06/2025

Spain's top court backs Amnesty Law despite huge public oppositionThe ruling could see hundreds of Catalan separatists pardoned for serious crimes Spain's Constitutional Court has delivered a landmark ruling that upholds the controversial Amnesty Law for Catalan separatists, removing the final legal barrier to.. 27/06/2025

Travel woes worsen: easyJet strike leads to 68 more cancelled Spanish flightsPassengers travelling to and from Spain should prepare for a weekend of disruptions and disappointments Anyone flying with easyJet over the next couple of days is being advised to keep a close eye on their emails, as the strike organised by the airline.. 27/06/2025

VIDEO: Seville locals outraged at tourist conga dance in historic fountainAnti-tourism sentiment is running high after the disrespectful incident in the Andalucía capital   Y nos seguirán vendiendo la moto de que en Sevilla tenemos un turismo de calidad. No son turistas, son bárbaros que no tienen.. 26/06/2025

20 flights cancelled across Spain on first day of easyJet strikeCabin crew are threatening to continue the strike through August if their demands aren’t met Budget airline easyJet cancelled 20 flights across Spain before 3pm on Wednesday June 25, the first day of a three-day strike called by the airline&.. 26/06/2025

New energy label for mobiles and tablets aims to cut waste and help shoppers choose better EU-wide scheme highlights energy efficiency, durability and repairability to encourage longer-lasting tech A new energy label is now required on all mobile phones and tablets sold across Spain and the European Union. The label is designed to make it.. 25/06/2025

Five members of Norwegian family saved from drowning on Costa del SolIncredibly, all five family members were pulled to safety at a Fuengirola beach Five members of the same Norwegian family were rescued from the sea at Torreblanca beach in Fuengirola on Monday morning, June 23, after struggling to get out of the water.. 24/06/2025

Foreign swimmer, 38, drowns on Cadiz beachThe young man was found floating face-down in the water by another beachgoer The summer has barely begun and it’s already proving to be one of the deadliest Spain has ever experienced for water-related deaths. A popular beach in Cadiz is the.. 24/06/2025

How to stop car thieves this summer: 4 essential tips from Spanish PoliceWith thefts on the rise in holiday hotspots, these simple precautions can help keep your vehicle safe at the beach and beyond The Spanish summer is finally here in all its sweltering heat and whether you’re jetting to the Costas for a holiday.. 24/06/2025

Use Google Maps and WhatsApp to spot traffic checks and share your location, from anywhere in SpainThese handy tools can help you avoid road delays, spot police checks and even let family know where you are in real time Whether you are heading off on a road trip around Spain, or just want someone to know where you are, Google Maps and WhatsApp offer.. 24/06/2025

Major changes coming to motorcycle licensing in Spain this JulyFrom July 1, new regulations will tighten safety requirements and increase practical training for Spain's most advanced motorcycle licence Significant updates are coming to Spain’s motorcycle licensing system this summer, particularly for.. 24/06/2025

Police remove tape at Benalmádena hotel after days of confusionThe Vivemar Hotel has reopened to guests, despite its pending regional registration and ongoing investigations   This Monday June 23, Local Police lifted the seal on the four star Vivemar Hotel in Benalmádena, reopening its usual entrances.. 24/06/2025

Spain's opening heatwave of 2025 claims its first victimThe victim succumbed to heatstroke as temperatures in Andalucía soared past 40ºC The June 2025 heatwave in Spain has sadly claimed its first victim in Andalucía: a 58-year-old man who developed heatstroke in the municipality of.. 23/06/2025

Noche de San Juan: Spain's fiery night of beach bonfires, magic and meaning, celebrated every year in JuneThe firsta of San Juan is a magical mix of bonfires, beach parties and centuries-old traditions that light up the start of summer   Imagine this: the beach at night, bonfires glowing, music pumping, people laughing, jumping over flames or..

Two dogs found drowned and tied to concrete block in Cádiz riverA local teenager made the shocking discovery in Barbate and a police investigation is now underway A police investigation has been launched in the town of Barbate, Cádiz, after the bodies of two dogs were found submerged in the river, tied to a.. 20/06/2025

Andalusians spend 8% less on summer holidays this year while foreign visitor spending risesA new survey shows that Spaniards in the south as spending less while overseas tourism spending soars, highlighting the gap between local income and cost of living   With summer just around the corner, a new survey from Cetelem Observatory, the consumer..