Costa del Sol

Recent discussion on popular Facebook page raised concerns over the number of disabled spaces at the new Carrefour store in Mijas Costa. This has forced drivers with normal mobility to park further away. Some people expressed their frustration at the inconvenience of making a quick run to buy essentials such as bread. Conversation quickly shifted to a more pressing matter: …

Territory Costa del Sol is a photography exhibition that celebrates the images of the sunny coast between Nerja & Manilva. This show will run until 28 September and offers a vibrant exploration of Costa del Sol from the lens of 50 photographers. The exhibition contains over 400 photographs taken in the span of two years. From sunlit beaches, to hidden …

The hospitality industry in Costa del Sol will face a difficult season, as Europeans’ spending power is dwindling. This means that the accommodation prices in the area need to be adjusted to reflect the current economic reality.  The Asociación de Empresarios Hoteleros de la Costa del Sol (Aehcos) has reported a projected occupancy rate of 88.32 per cent for August …

A LARGE fire broke out at Cordoba’s iconic mosque-turned-cathedral on Friday evening in harrowing scenes reminiscent of the blaze that tore through Notre Dame in Paris. Videos shared on social networks showed smoke and flames engulfing a section of the medieval monument. Me acaban de pasar este vídeo del interior de la Mezquita de Córdoba en llamas. Estoy desolado. El …

Recently, the local police of Mijas have successfully removed three illegally-occupied properties from El Faro and Miraflores.  The operation was triggered by police reports and increased surveillance of high-risk zones. The council issued a statement that read: “We acted quickly upon receiving reports to recover these properties and ensure the safety of our residents and team.” The reputable property owners …

Marbella has started counting down until the IRONMAN World Championship takes place between November 8-9. The Costa del Sol, which is the world’s ground zero for triathlons, will host the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship between November 8 and 9. Like in 2024, this event will boost the city’s international profile and make it a great host for global sporting events. …

Ana Mula visited one of the drone teams. Credit: Ayuntamiento de Fuengirola. Fuengirola’s Lifeguard Service has already demonstrated its superiority with the latest drone surveillance technology, which is among the most advanced in Spain. In its eighth year of operation, this technology has been proven to be vital in accident prevention, water rescues and has made Fuengirola an example on …

By Alfred Clarke A recent cracking of the inside slabs on a fast track rail tunnel in Spain led to a spat between regional politicians from Spain and Madrid. A decade has passed since the team that dug the 7km tunnel between Malaga, Spain and Antequera hit an aquifer. The new fracture occurred in the tunnel beneath the village of …

Malaga’s port is once more a spectacle of extravagant opulence. The Yas, the largest, most powerful, and most luxurious superyacht in the world, docked at the city’s harbor, leaving everyone on Muelle Uno speechless. Ownered by Dubai Crown Prince Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum – known as Fazza to his close friends – the Yas is an extravagant …

The video game Pac-Man has had a huge impact on generations. But why is the yellow pill-muncher now on the promenade of Fuengirola. The iconic video game character Pac-Man has arrived at Fuengirola’s Paseo Marítimo Rey de España to celebrate his 45th anniversary, thanks to a collaboration between the OXO Video Game Museum and Bandai Namco Entertainment, with support from …