Going bananas THE “banana bag” that has proved such a hit with Gen Z and millennials was responsible for UK and European sales that reached £1.1 billion (€1.3 billion) for Japanese retailer Uniqlo over the year that ended on August 31, 2023. Founded by Tadashi Yanai in 1984, Uniqlo now has more than 2,400 stores worldwide. Rainy day THE Bank of Spain called on the country’s principal banks to… Source ..read more

Could the coins in your pocket be counterfeit? A major operation in Spain has just exposed a significant breach in currency security. A report published on Wednesday, April 24 detailed how officers from Spain’s National Police in Toledo, Spain, dismantled the largest factory known for producing high quality counterfeit €2 coins in Europe over the last decade. This facility was part of a… Source ..read more

A festival in Mojacar that has been running for over three decades finally looks set to get the recognition it deserves. On Tuesday, April 23, Mojacar Council and the Al-Mosaquer General Association of Moors and Christians launched procedures with the Junta de Andalucia to declare the local Moors and Christians festivity a ‘Festival of Andalucian Tourist Interest’. Mojacar’s Mayor… Source ..read more

The III Short Film Competition in Mojacar has concluded, attracting around 700 attendees to the Multi-Uses Centre from April 12 to 20. The event, a hub for Almeria filmmakers, featured screenings at 9:00 pm and 11:00 pm to accommodate working attendees which filled the venue to capacity. The presence of actor Juan Riba, renowned for roles in Centro Medico, Caronte, and La que se avecina… Source ..read more

Beachgoers welcomed the reopening of the first chiringuito (beach bar) in La Caleta, Cabo Roig, on April 20. The opening saw the end to the fifteen-month closure since the contract expired in January 2023. The Orihuela City Council estimates a loss of €3M due to the closure of beach bars. However, with the reopening, the municipal coffers are anticipated to receive almost €2M… Source ..read more

Almeria, southern Spain’s hidden gem, continues to attract a growing number of tourists, especially during the summer of 2023. Almeria is famed not only for its sunny beaches but also for its unique blend of tourism offerings, from film tourism and gambling to nature exploration. Film buffs are drawn to Almeria’s iconic landscapes, which have set the scene for legendary films like ‘Lawrence… Source ..read more

Step into a time machine of flavour and fun at Olivia’s La Cala, in the heart of Costa del Sol with an exclusive event ‘Wright Back to the 90s Brunch Party’ on Friday May 3 from 1pm to 5pm. Get ready to groove like it’s the ’90s again at Olivias’s La Cala for the ultimate throwback experience with live DJs, DJ Fuller and DJ Callum, and the magnificent Demian Arroyo Sax with a mix of classic… Source ..read more

ClimaZone ELX SL is a trusted name in climate control solutions, situated in Crevillente and serving around Costa Blanca and Costa Calida. With a steadfast commitment to offering the best in air conditioning technology, ClimaZone ELX SL sources leading brands such as Gree, Hisense, Mitsubishi Electric, Daikin, LG, Fujitsu, Panasonic, and Toshiba. When you request a free quote… Source ..read more

A pro-active group in Almeria is seeking signatures to repeal one of Spain’s heritage laws. The initiative, promoted by Almeria’s Anti-bullfighting Association, ‘It is not my Culture’ seeks to gather 500,000 signatures to repeal the law declaring bullfighting a cultural heritage of Spain. Over the last weekend of April, volunteers from the association will be at Plaza de las Velas in Almeria… Source ..read more

The products representing the Balearic Islands at the Salón Gourmet in Madrid were a potted tour for all five senses. Mallorcans are extremely proud of their local products. But which ones are worthy to represent Balearic cuisine in the capital city, Madrid? “We wanted to offer a tour of the Islands through all five senses,” explained the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and the Natural… Source ..read more