Costa del Sol Spain

Residents of Benavista awoke to a shock on Sunday, July 20, with an enormous plume of black smoke rising from the automotive park of McDonalds.  A campervan, which seems to have taken a spot for the night time within the carpark, was on fireplace. The reason for the blaze, which began on the rear of the automobile, is unknown, though …

On Friday, July 26, starting at 6pm, the Boulevard Auditorium in San Pedro Alcántara will transform into Spain’s capital of school children’s rock’n’roll for the 11th year of the Battle of the Bands. Rock Factory organizes the largest children’s rock festival in Spain. The event will showcase 46 bands, most of which are made up of children aged between 8 …

For many living on the Costa del Sol in their late 40s to mid-50s, this will be the gig of the year – the Prodigy. It is not necessary to explain them. Breathe, Out of Space, Firestarter, and Voodoo People – the high-octane dance music band Prodigy marked the rave generation, and they were the before and after in British …

The Fuzzy for Her from Burgos (central-north Spain) will be performing at Louie Louie on Saturday 26th July. The band’s music is a blend of 60s garage rock and psychedelia with a contemporary edge. Comprising Raúl on guitar and vocals, Pedro on guitar, Ignacio, César, and Kike, the band will present their self-titled debut EP, recorded at Circo Perrotti Studios …

Benalmadena residents have had to deal with a number of problems in the last few months, including burst pipes, frequent power cuts, excessive noise at Arroyo de la Miel and roadworks that cause traffic delays. The latest complaint has caused serious safety concerns for the elderly residents of the town, especially in the Gamonal section of Arroyo de la Miel. …

The Centro de Interpretación Turística in Torremolinos is hosting ‘Peter’s Art’, a profoundly moving exhibition by German artist and local resident Peter Eichstetter.  The exhibition has already opened and will continue until August 29. Admission is free from Monday to friday, 10am – 2pm. Peter Eichstetter is an inspiring artist who has shown incredible resilience. Eichstetter was faced with many …

Guardia Civil and local Police from all Costa del Sol Municipalities have launched an “Operation Dispositivo Litoral” along the coast in order to ensure safety for bathers and recreational boat users as well as jet ski riders. The partnership, which also includes the Fiscal and Border Patrols, focuses on detecting and punishing negligent or improper conduct and enforce compliance with …

Malaga Airport is continuing its impressive expansion. It is predicted that it will receive nearly 27 million passengers per year by 2025.  The gateway to Costa del Sol is growing unabated and has already become Spain’s fourth busiest airport. Malaga Airport saw a 7.8% growth in passengers during the first six months of 2025 compared to 2024. According to data …

This summer the Auditorio Municipal de Benalmadena is transforming into a cultural paradise under the stars and is gearing up for an unmissable delight: Maestrissimo.  Set to take the stage as part of the venue’s incredible something-for-everyone 2025 summer season, the unique production by the acclaimed Yllana company promises an evening of laughter, music, and theatrical brilliance. Maestrissimo can be …

Costa del Sol vs. Costa de Almeria vs. Costa Calida. Credit: Creative Commons collage by EWN Spain’s Southern Coast is blessed with sun, so it’s no surprise that many expatriates are interested in moving here. But with three different “Costas” — Costa del Sol (Malaga area), Costa de Almeria, and Costa Calida (Murcia area) — how do you choose where …