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BIG news for beer lovers—Murcia has been selected as the official capital of Paulaner Oktoberfest! From October 3 to 13, El Jardín Chino will turn into a Bavarian paradise, bringing the excitement of Germany’s biggest beer festival right to the heart of the region. Oktoberfest, which started in Munich in 1810, has grown into a global celebration of Bavarian culture, with cities around the world hosting their own versions. Now, Murcia gets its chance to shine, offering locals and tourists the chance to experience this iconic event. Get ready to sip on iconic German brews like Münchner Hell, Weissbier, and Salvator, all served in traditional one-litre mugs by waiters dressed in authentic Bavarian gear. Not a beer fan? No worries—there’ll be alcohol-free and gluten-free options too. Hungry? The festival’s food truck will dish out Bavarian favourites like bratwurst, pretzels, and
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Support for MABS MABS San Javier continues to shine brightly, thanks to the unwavering support of the community. The MABS Cancer Support Foundation offers vital services like counselling, translation, and equipment to cancer patients in the region. Recently, a charity bingo event at La Zona Terraza raised an impressive €300, while their annual Picnic in the Park brought in a remarkable €3,300. Hacienda Riquelme Charity Golf also stepped up, donating a generous €5,000 to MABS alongside contributions to other local charities. Additionally, volunteer driver Peter Gomer went the extra mile—literally—by cycling 100 kilometres in a single day, raising €1,577.40 with help from the La Torre Golf Society and friends. These contributions reflect the community’s commitment to supporting cancer patients and highlight the impactful work MABS San Javier does every day. Images: MABS San Javier
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the mouth-watering apfelstrudel. The fun kicks off with the tapping of the first keg on October 3, marking the start of 11 days of non-stop celebration. Expect epic activities like stein-holding competi-
tions and a lively DJ to keep the energy high with a mix of tunes. Food trucks will be on hand with burgers, hot dogs, and veggie options to satisfy all tastes. With free entry and loads of entertainment,
Paulaner Oktoberfest Murcia is set to be the event of the season. Whether you’re a beer connoisseur or just looking for a fun time, this festival promises a true taste of Bavaria with a Murcian twist!
Community united for MABS
HOTELS in the Region of Murcia are celebrating a record-breaking year, with over 1 million travellers and more than 2.4 million overnight stays from January to August. This increase, detailed in the latest Hotel Occupancy Survey by the National Statistics Institute, marks the highest figures since records began. From January to August, the region welcomed 1,028,218 visitors—up 7 per cent from last year, while Spain as a whole saw a 4.4 per cent increase. Domestic travellers made up 793,159 of this to-
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Celebrating a busy summer
tal, increasing by 5.7 per cent, and international visitors jumped 11.5 per cent to 235,060. August alone saw 170,974 travellers, a 5.6 per cent rise compared to August 2023, leading to 439,819 overnight stays—a record for that month. Average daily revenue per available room also increased by 3 per cent to €63.93. Juan Francisco Martínez, director of the Region’s Tourism Institute, hailed this as the best summer in the region’s history, with significant boosts in both visitors and stays.
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