Gibraltar’s annual festive celebrations will be launched later this month with the two-day Christmas Wonderland followed by six weeks of Christmas fair attractions. The festivities are scheduled to open with the Festival of Lights at 5.45 p.m. on Friday 24 November, organised on behalf of the … Read more about Magical Christmas Wonderland in Gibraltar
Britain’s “Favourite Baker” Confirmed as Guest Speaker for Gibraltar International Literary Festival
Author and TV personality Mary Berry and former U.K. prime minister Theresa May have been confirmed as two of the main guest speakers for this month’s Gibunco Gibraltar International Literary Festival. To be held from 17 to 19 November, the festival is expected to be officially opened by … Read more about Britain’s “Favourite Baker” Confirmed as Guest Speaker for Gibraltar International Literary Festival
Official Opening of Gibraltar’s New Natural History Museum
Gibraltar’s new Natural History Museum is now open for visitors, both residents and tourists, in its specially developed Parson’s Lodge location. According to the government, the museum is the next stage in the development of museums and heritage services in Gibraltar. “For over a decade, the … Read more about Official Opening of Gibraltar’s New Natural History Museum
Diverse and Enhanced Array of Cultural, Heritage and Natural Attractions in Gibraltar
Several of Gibraltar’s iconic sites have undergone major improvements and renovations post-summer as part of the government’s objective to enhance the Rock’s international tourism appeal. Currently in caretaker mode with elections due on 12 October, the government has announced a series of … Read more about Diverse and Enhanced Array of Cultural, Heritage and Natural Attractions in Gibraltar
New Gibraltar Stamp Collection Honours King Charles III Coronation
Gibraltar’s government has announced the release of a new set of stamps commemorating the coronation of King Charles III. Produced in collaboration with the Gibraltar Philatelic Bureau and designed by local graphic artist Stephen Perera, the collection is described as “capturing the essence and … Read more about New Gibraltar Stamp Collection Honours King Charles III Coronation
Increase in Passenger Numbers at Gibraltar International Airport
The number of passengers travelling through Gibraltar International Airport increased on an annual basis over the first eight months of 2023. According to the government, this year 320,648 passengers used the airport from January to August, an increase of more than eight per cent compared with … Read more about Increase in Passenger Numbers at Gibraltar International Airport
Major Refurbishment Planned for Gibraltar-Spain Land Border
Gibraltar has announced plans for a major refurbishment of its land border with Spain. The government has released artist impressions of the project, which will not only benefit daily commercial pedestrian and vehicular traffic but also facilitate improved access for tourists taking day excursions … Read more about Major Refurbishment Planned for Gibraltar-Spain Land Border
Gibraltar Airport “Avoids Serious Disruption” from UK Air Traffic Cancellations
Passengers travelling to Gibraltar have so far been able to “avoid serious disruption” to their flights as the UK grapples with air traffic cancellations. According to an official statement from the Gibraltar government, the airport has “escaped the brunt of the disruption due to UK air traffic … Read more about Gibraltar Airport “Avoids Serious Disruption” from UK Air Traffic Cancellations
