The Journal

Alicante recently welcomed three luxury cruise ships in a single week—Emerald Sakara, Sirena, and SeaDream II—following the arrival of the iconic five-masted Club Med 2. These visits underscore Alicante’s growing appeal on Western Mediterranean cruise routes and highlight the positive economic impact on local tourism, hotels, and investment.

Spain attracted nearly 76.5 million foreign tourists from January to September 2025, marking the highest figure ever recorded by the National Statistics Institute's FRONTUR survey. This article explores the leading source markets, top destinations, accommodation preferences, and record-breaking tourist spending during this period.

At FITUR 2026, Torrevieja highlighted its extensive urban transformation, unveiling major investments in the port, promenades, public spaces, heritage, mobility, sports, and culture. Mayor Eduardo Dolón emphasized the city’s commitment to enhancing quality of life while preserving its unique identity.

Madrid has been honored as the world’s best city at the first Forbes Travel Awards, surpassing renowned destinations like Hong Kong and Miami, further cementing its status as a premier European travel hotspot.