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On Sunday, the theft of copper cables on the high speed rail line between Malaga, Madrid and other Andalucian major cities caused delays to train traffic.The theft, which was discovered early in the day, caused delays of several hour on many trains, and disrupted the schedules for thousands of passengers. As of Monday morning, 9.30am, all trains running from Malaga …

Paul Hickling and The Roman Oasis are still going after so many years. Credit: Paul Hickling, Facebook ‘Where did the time go? Next week I will be 80! I spent half of my life building and improving this place. Kaat, my wife, runs the place while I maintain it and watch people enjoy the 18-hole Crazy Golf Course I built …

Casita de Nilo opening with Mayor Margarita del Cid. Credit: Ayuntamiento de Torremolinos. Just launched in Torremolinos is the ‘La Casita de Nilo’, a 66-square-metre facility at the Los Pinares employment centre, a space dedicated to animal-assisted interventions through the programme ‘El rinconcito de Nilo y sus amigos’. Aguas de Torremolinos funded the space and it was opened by local …

Marbella Streets Credit: Tanya Keisha – Shutterstock. Marbella council has set aside €128,100 for grants in 2025 to neighbourhood associations, federations, and civic entities, with a 35.56 per cent increase from last year. This funding is described as an important tool in strengthening Marbella’s associational fabric, playing a crucial role in neighbourhoods and encouraging a more active involvement in the …

John Carr, a Royal Marine, has become a controversial character in the UK. He was reported to have been detained under Terrorism Act after he expressed concerns about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies within the British Military. His story has brought into question the status of political freedom and tolerance in the United Kingdom. Carr, 26, publicly voiced his belief …

MALAGA will host the Vitur summit 2025, which takes place on the 7th and 8th of May. The event brings together more than 700 professionals from across Europe and 100 leaders in the flexible accommodation industry.  The event, held at the NH Malaga Hotel, is regarded as the continent’s largest meeting in this rapidly changing industry. The summit will examine …

THE small coastal town of Chipiona in the province of Cadiz has been crowned the ‘happiest town in Spain’ for 2025, according to a new national survey carried out by YouGov for sugar producer Azucarera. Surpassing dozens of other charming towns across the country, Chipiona took the top spot thanks to its ‘people, climate and philosophy of life,’ the report …

The private oasis, hidden behind modest façades, is adorned with a variety of flowers from carnations to geraniums and roses. This creates a competition display of botanical beauty as well as artistic expression. The festival not only celebrates the arrival of spring but also honors Córdoba’s rich cultural heritage, drawing visitors from around the world to this unique floral spectacle. …

Alhambra is Granada’s majestic palace/fortress. It has achieved a cultural coup by acquiring a canvas depicting the Patio de Lindaraja that had been in Sorolla’s family’s possession for a hundred years. Andalucía’s most-visited monument, the Alhambra receives three quarters of a million tourists each month during the summer. Joaquín Soralla (1863-1923) is one of Spain’s greatest painters. He developed an …

Estepona property prices to increase in 2024 climbed nearly 20%A clear indicator of rising demand. But compared to Marbella’s glitzier neighbor, it is still refreshingly affordable. Its relaxed lifestyle, growing amenities and more affordable prices make it an attractive location for buyers across Europe and beyond. Enjoying the Mediterranean lifestyle without the frenzy   Estepona manages to strike a unique …