Costa del Sol

The British ambassador in Spain was grilled by regional mayors during a visit to southern Spain yesterday about the uncertainty surrounding Gibraltar’s post-Brexit fate. Alex Ellis was pressed to make a quick stop in Estepona by Estepona’s local leaders. He also paid a visit to the Chief Minister of Gibraltar, Fabian Picardo to discuss a ‘range of matters’. “They reaffirmed …

Comic-Con Malaga will take place in Malaga from September 25-28, with 120,000 expected attendees.  Arnold Schwarzenegger, former California governor and Hollywood icon, is the guest of honor at the biggest event in the region. Schwarzenegger is known for his blockbuster movies like Terminator and Predator. He will close the convention Sunday, Sept. 28 with a special 11-hour morning Masterclass called …

La Cala Lions has again succeeded in converting the funds raised through their numerous charity events into smiles, joy and happiness for those who most deserve it. On Saturday, September 13, at Miraflores Tennis Club, the Lions were out in force hosting a daytime party for children and their families of the Fundación Olivares and ADIMI (Asociación para personas con …

Best-selling author and creator of The One Minute Coach™Masha Malka turned a life filled with upheavals into a mission to empower women. She has worked as a CEO and co-founder of ShiftHub since her early days as a refugee. Now she lives in Marbella and helps women redefine midlife, and step into leadership confidently and with clarity. EWN: Masha, you …

Marbella Mayor Angeles Muñoz hailed the organisational and sporting success of an “exciting” Davis Cup tie held at the prestigious Puente Romano Tennis Club, which has reinforced the status of the city as a “lucky charm” for the tournament.  The tournament was a success despite Carlos Alcaraz withdrawing from the tournament citing the need for rest. However, parking problems were …

Amigos de los Animales Abandonados (Triple A) celebrated their annual Charity Gala, held Saturday night, September 13, at Trocadero Arena Marbella, and welcomed 150 guests who all generously raised €14,000 to support over 600 dogs and cats in the organisation’s care.  Triple A is a non-profit organization based in Marbella that aims to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome abandoned and abused …

The government plans to convert 53 876 illegal tourist flats in to rentals. Photo credit: Saiko3p/Shutterstock During his visit to Málaga on Sunday 14 September, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced that the government will remove 53,876 tourist flats from the national short-term rental register due to legal irregularities.  The flats are being converted into permanent rentals for families and …

SPAIN’S rocketing economy has in large part been driven by a booming tourist sector which welcomed a record-breaking 44.5 million international tourists in the first half of 2025. It marks a 14% increase compared to 2024, and forecasts suggest the country will just fall shy of receiving 100 million international travellers this year. So it’s curious that amid this rising …

Gerry Hannam is on a quest to save lives with his family after attending a CPR/Defibrillator Training Course with Diving with Nic, in Mijas. The Hannams were equipped with vital skills for responding to cardiac emergencies by the highly-trained and experienced instructors. They hope to encourage others to do so. The three-hour training course takes place at Diving with Nic’s …

The ‘Benalmadena Accesible’ initiative has awarded two new plaques to local businesses for their commitment to accessibility for people with reduced mobility.  The fashion retailer and bar “100 Montaditos”.Kéme Pongo?Both “” in Arroyo de la Miel’s bustling shopping streets were honored for meeting high standards of accessibility, including wide doorways, ramps, adapted facilities. The awards were presented by Jorge Roman, …