Costa Blanca North
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The Costa Blanca North is a section of Spain that stretches from the North of Alicante, up to the Costa De Valencia border. Its beautiful pebble and sand beaches attract millions of tourists each year. Beach resorts such as Javea and Moraira are especially popular with expats. The Euro Weekly News is the longest running news source on the Costa Blanca North, covering Benidorm, Gandia, Calpe, Altea and Denia.
Gandia ramps up major street clean-up drive across key neighbourhoods
The city of Gandia has launched a new phase of its large-scale street cleaning programme, with work set to continue over the coming weeks. The...
Over 700 take part in Jàvea women’s race as €3,550 raised for charity
Jàvea once again turned pink for a powerful display of solidarity as the 2026 edition of its much-loved women’s race brought together hundreds of participants and...
Benitatxell closes Mitjafava Fest 2026 with record crowds and renewed pride
El Poble Nou de Benitatxell has wrapped up another hugely successful edition of its much-loved Mitjafava Fest, with hundreds of residents and visitors coming together...
Choosing a future in Dénia: The 2026 student fair takes over the streets with fresh opportunities
Deciding on a career path is one of the most daunting milestones for any young person. This year, the city of Dénia is making that...
Jávea’s most iconic spring festival is back – and it’s bigger, louder and more vibrant than ever
Every spring, the historic streets of Jávea come alive with one of the Costa Blanca’s most atmospheric celebrations: the Fiestas in honour of Jesús Nazareno....
Altea hosts major emergency response summit after deadly Valencia floods
A major gathering in Altea has brought together hundreds of emergency professionals to analyse one of Spain’s most devastating recent natural disasters and rethink how...
Dénia transforms waste containers into street art to tackle recycling misuse and brighten the city
A creative new initiative in Dénia is turning everyday waste containers into striking works of art, as the city combines environmental action with urban creativity. The...
Benidorm upgrades stadium lighting in major sustainability push
Benidorm is moving forward with a significant infrastructure improvement as work begins on upgrading the lighting system at the Guillermo Amor Stadium. The project marks...
Alcoy’s Tapa Festival returns with street food, music and big changes
Every April, as Alcoy gears up for its iconic Moors and Christians celebrations, one event brings locals and visitors together in a more relaxed, food-focused...
Benidorm’s iconic tuna festival returns – here’s why everyone’s talking about it
Every spring, the coastal city of Benidorm transforms into a culinary hotspot as it hosts its increasingly popular Tuna Festival, officially known as the Jornadas...
Tiny Spanish town wins big for recycling revolution
Pedreguer, a small municipality on Spain’s Costa Blanca, is gaining national attention after emerging as the top performer in organic waste collection within the Consorci...
A poetic and musical journey: ‘Cels de Sal’ transforms Book Day into an immersive cultural experience in Marina Alta
This year, Book Day in the Marina Alta is taking on a fresh and evocative twist. Moving beyond traditional readings and literary events, Cels de...
Valencian tourism sector unlocks major funding boost to compete globally in 2026
The Valencian government has unveiled a new funding programme aimed at strengthening the global positioning of its tourism sector. The initiative, now being shared with...
Benidorm to offer free EV charging in major car parks this May – here’s how drivers can take advantage
Drivers in Benidorm are set to benefit from a new initiative offering free electric vehicle charging across several central car parks this May. The scheme...