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CARTAGENA’S port is becoming the place to be for cruise-goers in Spain and around the world, thanks to its ancient Roman ruins, Mediterranean lifestyle, and incredible food scene. With more ships docking every year, Cartagena has firmly landed on the map as a must-see stop for travellers - and this November, the port hit an exciting milestone: its 2.5 millionth visitor! To mark the occasion, Cartagena rolled out the red carpet for Lorena Martínez from Asturias, who arrived aboard the Silver Dawn. She was welcomed by Mayor Noelia Arroyo and Port VP Pedro Pablo Hernández, who presented her with a mini replica of the port’s famous Juan Sebastián Elcano statue. British traveller Nigel Tilsey, arriving on the Sky Princess, also joined in the fun and received a set of Cartagena’s famed
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Asiático coffee. Local Carthaginian and Roman reenactors brought an extra dose of history and flair to the celebration, capturing Cartagena’s charm in a single afternoon. Ma-
yor Arroyo shared her pride in Cartagena’s growing reputation as a top cruise destination, while Hernández credited years of teamwork for putting the city in the cruise spotlight.
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Save the animals ON Saturday, November 9, the heart of Pinar de Campoverde Plaza was filled with passionate locals rallying against Lorca’s decision to stop funding the Los Infiernos stray animal shelter. With 60 dogs and cats at risk of being moved to a kill centre in Granada, supporters were determined to make their voices heard. Volunteers and animal lovers came together to raise awareness and show their support for the shelter’s crisis. And the response was incredible! The event led to four adoption inquiries and some very generous donations, bringing hope to the shelter’s cause. While the future of the animals is uncertain, the
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protest proved just how strong the community’s spirit is when it comes to protecting those in need. Local supporters are still working hard to find solutions and keep the shelter running, proving that together, we can make a difference for these animals in crisis. If you would like more information check out their website lipsrescue. com.
THE Spanish women’s football team will take on South Korea in an exciting friendly match at the Estadio Cartagonova in Cartagena on Friday, November 29, at 7pm. This game will be broadcast live by TVE, showcasing the reigning World Cup champions and Nations League winners. The match is a key part of Spain’s preparation for next summer’s European Championship. Under the guidance of coach Montse Tomé, the team will be looking to fine-tune their skills ahead of the major tournament. This will be Spain’s second-to-last match of the year, with their final game in 2024 set to be against France in Nice. Tickets and more details will be available soon, so don’t miss the chance to see these world-class players in action!
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