Costa del Sol Spain

PROTESTORS rallied to promote animal welfare, and call on local and federal authorities to permanently ban bullfighting. They argued that the practice violated basic ethical principles and animal welfare. On Saturday, 14th June, Animals in Marbella Sanctuary (AIM), a charity run by expats in Marbella, protested alongside members of PACMA.Partido Animalista Con el Medio AmbienteSpain’s leading animal-welfare political party gathers …

Don’t miss Rose Philippens at Chaplin Bar. Credit: @rose.philippens Get ready for a night of music, cocktails and pure energy this Saturday, June 21, at Chaplin Music & Cocktail Bar in Fuengirola. Rose Philippens is set to perform at the popular venue in Fuengirola’s Paseo Maritimo. The bilingual singer is known for dazzling audiences wherever she goes. Please note the …

Mijas hosts tribute nights. Credit: Tributo Queen – Queen of Magic, Facebook Cazbah Live Lounge is bringing the music to life in Mijas this June. Four nights of fun and great music await. There is something to suit everyone, whether you like classic rock, 80s songs or relaxed terrace music. All the action begins on Thursday 19th of June with …

Fusion of jazz, swing and flamenco. Credit: Vericuetos Swing, FB Clarence Jazz Club Torremolinos will bring a special sound in June to the Costa del Sol. Vericuetos Swing will take the stage at 10pm on Saturday, June 21. Vericuetos Swing is a blend of classic swing and Andalusian roots. Their music combines the joys of gypsy Jazz with the rich …

A) V.crabro (European hornet), vs. B) Vespa Orientalis (Oriental Hornet). Photo credit: Adrian Ruicanescu The Oriental hornet is on the rise.Vespa orientalis) has been recorded across Andalucía, with confirmed reports increasing by more than 30 percent since the species was first detected in the Campo de Gibraltar in 2018. According to data from the environmental office in Málaga, nest removals …

Escenario Patio, 2024. Credit: Ojeando Festival, FB Ojeando Festival dates confirmed for this summer The Ojen village will be alive on 11 and 12 of July with music, energy, and local charm. This year’s edition is set to be the best ever, with an impressive line-up, and the unique blend of culture, fun, and community spirit which has made Ojeando …

Mayor Ángeles Muñoz thanks the club and local residents for enabling stadium project. Credit: EWN On June 16, 2025, Mayor Ángeles Muñoz launched the new Marbella stadium project at the Palacio de Congresos de Marbella, marking a historic moment for the city. The event was a symbolic laying of a first brick after the planned demolition the old Antonio Lorenzo …

Volunteers preparing meals at a Malaga food bank. Credit: Comedor Santo Domingo A new report has revealed that one in three of families in Andalusia are living on less than €2,000 a month. This figure is alarming and shows that many households in the Andalusia region struggle to cover their basic costs. The study examined the income, savings, spending, and …

Crafts, fashion, and food in Benahavis. Credit: Ayuntamiento de Benahavis Benahavis’ popular open-air markets are back to bring life to the summer evenings. The market will be held every Thursday and Saturday night, from 8pm until midnight, along Avenida de Andalucia. This program runs through August and June. It is a great way to spend a summer evening while supporting …

The International School Estepona, a prestigious Spanish educational magazine that covers the whole of Spain, is proud to announce it has been awarded the 5-Star award for the fourth consecutive year. The school was awarded based on the reputation of its staff. Daniela Amenta said: “This is a truly fantastic achievement for our school and our staff members should be …