Good morning. Here’s the latest on the massive blackout that struck Spain and Portugal yesterday. Power has now been restored to more than 90% of the country, but emergency measures remain in place. I’ll continue to post updates in the WhatsApp group as they come in. Emergency Response Valencia’s regional government declared a Level 3…
Bon dia! Here’s your news update for Monday, 28 April. Reminder: Today is the Festival Day of San Vicente Ferrer. Most supermarkets and stores are closed, and traffic disruptions are expected this evening due to a religious procession and a political demonstration. San Vicente Ferrer This weekend, fireworks and children’s theater celebrated the miracles of…
Happy Friday! It’s a long and lively weekend ahead. Monday is the San Vicente Ferrer holiday, so most supermarkets and shops will be closed. Expect traffic disruptions on: San Vicente Ferrer Festival Valencia celebrates one of its patron saints with children’s performances of San Vicente Ferrer’s miracles across the city. Food Events Wine Festival in…
Good morning! Here’s your news update for Thursday, 23 April. Weekend highlights out tomorrow. Coming Up: Festival of San Vicente FerrerThis Monday marks the celebration of San Vicente Ferrer, Valencia’s patron saint. I’ve published a special post exploring the holiday’s history and how the city celebrates — from miracle plays to street processions. Read it…
San Vicente Ferrer, one of Valencia’s patron saints, is celebrated on the second Monday after Easter, which falls on Monday, April 28 this year. This local holiday means schools and many shops will be closed, and the city will host religious processions, children’s performances, and a traditional mascletà. Who Was San Vicente Ferrer? Born in…
Happy Easter Monday! Here’s your community news update for Monday, 21 April. Reminder: Today is a public holiday. Most supermarkets and stores are closed. Regular hours resume on Tuesday. Easter Celebrations Semana Santa Marinera wrapped up with flower petals falling from balconies during the Easter Sunday procession, featuring participants dressed as Biblical figures. On Good…