Costa del Sol Spain

Marbella beaches approved, San Pedro left out. Credit: Ayuntamiento de Marbella The Spanish Government recently approved the Environmental Impact Declaration of a long awaited beach renewal project in Marbella. The project will include four beaches between La Venus & El Ancon. It has a budget in the amount of 8.5 millions euros. Although this is a good thing for Marbella …

Archaeological Museum Estepona Credit: Estepona Turismo Estepona began a full refurbishment of its municipal archaeological Museum in the historic Casa del Aljibe on Plaza Blas de Infante. The project is expected to double the museum’s exhibition space. This will enable dozens of prehistoric and Roman artifacts, as well as Islamic ones, to be displayed in the first place. Many of …

AP-7 crash kills four after armed robbery. Credit: Area de Seguridad Malaga, FB In the early morning hours of Thursday, a robbery in Malaga left four people dead including a Police Officer. The robbery happened in the Teatinos neighborhood of Malaga. After the crime the suspects fled from the scene of the crime in a vehicle, and entered the AP-7 …

The summer pool schedule is out. Credit: Tayssir Kadamany Benahavis Municipal Swimming Pool has officially opened for the summer. Residents and visitors alike can enjoy a relaxing outdoor swim from now until September 15. The pool is available every day. Access to the general public is available Monday to Sunday from 12 noon to eight pm. For those who like …

Playa Bonita, Benalmadena. Credit: Ayuntamiento de Benalmadena Benalmadena’s first smoke-free beach will be opened this summer. Playa Bonita is the new location where smoking is no longer allowed. The goal is to improve the environment and promote healthy habits for all those who enjoy the coast. Benalmadena has made this move as part of its commitment to the Andalusian Plan …

Manilva vineyards devastated by Mildew. Credit: Shutterstock Manilva’s vines are having one of their worst years in recent memory. A rapidly spreading fungal infection called mildew is destroying grapes across the region. This threatens the traditional wine industry of the town. Farmers in the area report losses up to 80%, particularly on the prized Moscatel grapes which have been a …

Villa El Martinete, Marbella. Credit: Fusion Art Gallery Marbella will host one of summer’s most anticipated art events. Villa El Martinete opens its doors on Tuesday, June 10. Art, Spirit, and SuccessIt is a unique exhibit that blends creativity, connection, consciousness. This is much more than an art show. This is a multi-sensory experience that will inspire and lift you …

Kova Beach Club, located on the golden sands of Puerto Banús, directly adjacent to the marina, is transforming the Marbella beach club scene with its welcoming party atmosphere in the most exclusive corner of the Costa del Sol. The prices are reasonable. While some Marbella clubs may put a €2,000 price on a daybed, Kova offers daybeds starting at €250, …

Ian Radford, of La Sala Group, presents cheques to charities that deserve them. Credit: La Sala Banús Sala Golf has celebrated a year of impactful giving at La Sala Puerto Banús, raising €25,000 for four local charities after a sunny golf round at San Roque Club. The event was full of community spirit. It featured heartfelt talks, a lively auction …

Harry Watts, an 18-year-old Briton who was on holiday last week in Marbella fell from his balcony in the Hard Rock Hotel.  The 24-year old has been placed in an induced state of coma, fighting for his own life at the hospital in Malaga after suffering multiple fractures, internal damage, and a bleeding on the brain.  The incident occurred while …