Costa Calida • Issue No. 2023 • 11 - 17 April 2024
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Celebrating coastal happiness.
Alfredo Millá, CEO of the company, highlights numerous studies linking sunlight exposure to physical and mental well-being. “For instance, sunlight triggers the production of serotonin in our bodies, known as the
‘happiness hormone,’ regulating mood and sleep quality,” he notes. San Javier leads the Region’s top 10 with a score of 91.73, followed by Los Alcazares (90.6) and San Pedro (89.96). Other coastal towns
like La Union (89.26) and Cartagena (88.87) also feature prominently. However, Murcia City ranks at the 21st spot, scoring 79.39, identical to Molina de Segura, the fourth most populated town in the Region.
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Skydive success IN a remarkable display of courage and compassion, Mark Wilson soared through the skies in support of MABS Cancer Support Fundación. Wilson’s daring skydive served as a fundraiser for the organisation, which provides crucial assistance to people suffering from cancer. The event garnered widespread praise, with supporters expressing immense pride in Wilson’s accomplishment. Notably, the initiative continues to welcome sponsorship, offering an ongoing opportunity to contribute to MABS’ vital mission. MABS Cancer Support Fundación is dedicated to offering practical
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SAN JAVIER, Los Alcazares, and San Pedro del Pinatar have clinched the titles for the happiest places to reside in the Murcia Region, in that order. This conclusion stems from a report compiled by Sonneil, a company scrutinising areas with the highest quality of life across the nation. Nationally, Almeria takes the crown as Spain’s happiest city, followed closely by Alicante and Malaga. The study, drawing from data from the Ministry of Interior and the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), factors in elements such as sunny and rainy days, beach quality (judged by blue flags), temperatures, airport proximity, and hospital accessibility.
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aid and solace to those impacted by cancer in Spain. Their unwavering commitment revolves around the mantra of
‘To care, comfort, and counsel people affected by cancer’. MABS emphasises that their services are
available to those directly diagnosed with cancer, as well as people affected by a loved one’s diagnosis or loss. Their unwavering presence offers solace and practical assistance, ensuring that no one faces these trials alone. MABS stands as an example of support for anyone, regardless of nationality, facing the challenges of diagnosis, caregiving, or bereavement.
MURCIA now boasts enhanced international connectivity with the inauguration of a new air route to Marrakech, operated by Ryanair. This link provides two direct flights weekly between the Murcia International Airport (Corvera) and the Moroccan city. Welcoming passengers on the inaugural flight, Tourism, Culture, Youth, and Sports Councillor Carmen Conesa expressed enthusiasm, joined by key figures including Juan Francisco Martínez, Director of the Tourism Institute, Sanaah Merouah, the Moroccan Consul General, Elena Cabrera, Ryanair’s Country Manager for Spain, and Antonio José Pérez, Airport Operations Manager. Conesa highlighted the strategic significance of this route, stating it’s part of concerted efforts to bolster Murcia’s global connectivity. This year, Corvera Airport will connect to 23 destinations across seven countries, including new links to Marrakech, alongside existing routes to Casablanca and Oujda. The Tourism councillor outlined ongoing efforts aligned with the Tourism Strategic Plan 2022-2032 to leverage the airport’s role as a pivotal tourism infrastructure, aiming to attract more visitors to the area. For the upcoming summer season, the airport anticipates 882,000 seats, marking an increase from the previous year. Despite weather uncertainties, Murcia experienced a positive Easter season, with hotels in the capital and other key areas reporting high occupancy rates, signalling a promising start to the tourism season.
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