Costa del Sol

Recent headlines claim that Malaga’s tourist rental sector is losing British tourists due to protests by locals.  The province of Malaga, and the Costa del Sol, remain open to the British tourists who have always loved them. This headline is not yet measurable in terms of the damage caused to families and small businesses who rent out their homes. Rumours …

The exhibition ‘Espejos del Alma’ (Mirrors of the Soul), by Laura Porporatto, can be visited at the Casa de los Navajas, Torremolinos until April 20. The exhibit features works that represent the complexity of the eyes and their symbolism from the artist’s perspective. According to Porporatto, ‘Throughout history, the eyes have been represented in various ways, not only as organs …

Alfredo de Alcantara, the owner of his restaurant named after him, has passed away. Alfredo, originally of Jimena is a legend after founding one the most successful restaurants on the Costa del Sol. Cause of death not disclosed. He is survived by his wife, three children and mother. Marbella’s Spanish Restaurant is a popular choice for locals as well as …

The respected travel magazine Lonely Planet named these activities as the top ten Things to Do in Spain’s Andalucia.  Andalucia is the largest region in Spain. It can be difficult to decide what to do.  What should you prioritize? There are many amazing things to see, from world-class natural wonders to cathedrals.  Travel experts Lonely Planet has now released their …

Plan for new ‘Sports City’, Las Lagunas de Mijas. Credit: Play Arquitectura. Mayor of Mijas, Ana Mata, has pledged to get works on the new sports centre, or ‘Ciudad de Deportes’, in Las Lagunas de Mijas up and running again, and the works finished by summer 2025. Construction of the full-sized Olympic swimming pool has been halted for 5 years …

It is no surprise that the Malaga region excels at Italian cuisine. This region was considered to be an extension of Rome and to have been born in Malacca meant to be a thoroughbred Roman. One of the region’s finest Italian restaurants, and no more authentic can it be than Tutto Bene in Fuengirola, is an Italian so sincerely Italian …

Socialising. Credit: Shutterstock: Julia Suhareva. Recently, I had the pleasure to speak with Kerry Matthews regarding the Turre Dog Walking Club. This is a community initiative that she began in November 2024. Kerry’s 25-year experience in dog rescuing has taught her the importance of socialisation to dogs of all ages. Socializing with other dogs, and even people, is essential to …

Garrucha Police Locals are recognized for their outstanding services. Credit: FB: Garrucha Townhall The Junta de Andalucía has awarded the Galardón de Gratitud (Gratitude Distinction) to all the local police officers in our province for their invaluable collaboration and assistance to the people of Valencia during the DANA disaster. Their commitment, bravery, and dedication were vital in the most challenging …

Luis Guerrera, at the home of poet Antonio Gala Credit: Ayuntamiento Alhaurín el Grande. In a bombshell announcement, the deputy mayor of Alhaurín el Grande has resigned his post and left politics for good. Luis Guerrero, deputy mayor of Alhaurín el Grande, has resigned his position and decided to leave local politics and public life definitively, citing personal and health …

ANDALUCIA is a top destination in the list of Spain must-visit places in a prestigious US Magazine. Forbes has named Sevilla, the regional capital and Andalucian city in the spotlight. The city was included in the prestigious publication’s new list of ’15 Places In Spain You Don’t Wanna Skip Out On.’ It highlighted the Real Alcazar, Seville Cathedral and its …