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Credit: Ysbrand Cosijn – Shutterstock. International Theatre Studio in Marbella, the longest established English speaking theatre group on the Costa Del Sol, presents the classic thriller ‘An Inspector Calls’ by JB Priestley. An Inspector Calls by J B Priestley, is a play that revolves around the apparent suicide of a young woman called Eva Smith. The Birlings are surprised by Inspector Goole …

Malaga waves goodbye to its emblematic horse-drawn carriage rides for tourists, announcing an estimated €3,134,510 plan to buy back the remaining 25 licences. The council set the cost of each licence cancellation at €125,380, far exceeding previous estimates of €35,000. The recent decision hopes to terminate the service in 2025. It is in line a 2015 ruling that limits licences …

We are pleased to announce the release of our latest edition. Mallorca Olive Press The E-edition of (issue 204) is now available, and thousands of printed copies are being distributed around the island. Most of you probably don’t know that you can get our free newspapers on Mallorca and the coasts. Now you can buy the printed edition Six publications, …

MARBELLA’S local police department launched a pilot program for body cameras that can transmit images in real-time to the Force’s Command and Control Center. Mayor Angeles Munoz said that the officers would wear up to ten devices over a period of three months, each with a battery of eight hours.  This emphasises the municipality’s commitment to ‘strengthening officer safety and …

VII Regata Intercontinental Marbella – Ceuta. Credit: Regata Marbella Ceuta, Facebook This week, the VII Intercontinental Cup began sailing. It is an exciting offshore racing yacht race that links Costa del Sol to North Africa. Thirty sailing boats have now crossed the Strait of Gibraltar from Marbella to Ceuta via Sotogrande. This year, the regatta will bring together teams from …

Complejo Ambiental Costa del Sol. Credit: Mancomunidad Municipios Costa del Sol Occidental Costa del Sol has become cleaner and greener. New data shows a decrease in the amount collected of garbage across the region. In the first three month of 2025 77 358 tonnes of domestic waste were processed. This is 5% lower than in the same period last year. …

Costa del Sol is welcoming a new era in classical music by hosting an exclusive concert with Bulgarian soprano Iva Ionova, and Estonian piano player Maria Bachmann. The sound of evening gowns swishing against the marble floor is accompanied by the scent of exotic perfumes and the gentle clinking sound of champagne glasses.  Elegant terrace filled with sensual ambience. Then …

Casares cultural, sports and leisure guide. Credit: Casares Town Hall Facebook Are you looking for a fun, local activity to do this weekend? Casares Costa will host a cultural show that is suitable for all ages. “Finde Cultural”, a cultural festival, will begin on Friday, May 2nd, at Torre de la Sal. Breakfast includes churros, hot chocolate and a warm …

Gus Jackson as Michael Jackson. Credit: Gus Jackson via Facebook This month, fans of Michael Jackson will be treated to a special treat as one of the best tribute artists in the world returns to the Costa del Sol. Gus Jackson, a world-class Michael Jackson tribute artist, will perform at Casino Admiral San Roque in a live performance on May …

Ovidiu chiriac travels to Spain from Romania. Credit: Ovidiu Ovidiu’s experience might inspire anyone who is considering making the leap to Spain from Romania. After more than two decades living in Spain – mostly in northern Burgos – Ovidiu recently moved again, this time to be closer to family, in southern Manilva. He adds, “I have lived in Spain since …