Costa del Sol Spain

AS Europe  gears up for The Eurovision Song Contest in Basel (Switzerland) an unlikely spotlight is being thrown on modest Fuengirola on the Costa del Sol. Kyle Alessandro is an 18-year old singer-songwriter from Levanger in Norway who grew up there. Kyle’s father is originally from Madrid, and he moved to the town with his Norwegian wife Kyle and son. …

Calahonda, Spain – April 7, 2025 — A disturbing incident at The Irish Times bar in Calahonda on Sunday night has left a 62-year-old tourist hospitalized with a serious head injury, raising concerns about safety and staff response at the well-known local establishment. Eyewitnesses report that a local resident had a friend visiting him at the bar, when a group …

A nightclub in Costa del Sol had to be evacuated on Saturday night.  At 4am, revellers began coughing, experiencing itchy throats, and having shortness of breathe in Sala Leblon – a popular Malaga nightclub. Police Local and two ambulances arrived on the scene quickly. It did not take police long to identify those responsible. A woman allegedly used pepper spray …

Cascada Marbella celebrates the arrival of spring with a new seasonal menu created by brothers Jacques & Mathieu.  The bistro opened in September 2020 and is almost hidden in the Sierra Blanca Hills beside a waterfall. It blends honest, sustainable cuisine with a warm atmosphere. The new menu features carefully selected flavours paired with a wine list that is constantly …

Benalmadena Council just approved modifications to the Strategic Grants Plan for this year, which introduces financial aid to help support different community sectors.  The approved measures will help residents struggling with property tax (IBI) payments, local traders and hospitality businesses affected by street works, and the Benalmadena Association for Disability Care (ABAD), which has already received €300,000 to build a …

Mijas has started a plan for installing fibre-optic cable in areas that previously lacked the service. This includes Mijas Pueblo, and other missing parts of this municipality.  The plan aims to deal with the EU’s mandated ending of copper wiring networks that is due to end by the end May. This has left areas such as Mijas Pueblo, without adequate …

The Supreme Court of Spain has ruled in a controversial case that a woman was not guilty of wrongdoing when she kept her pet for three months in appalling circumstances while it was dying from cancer. The decision has ignited a debate on whether it is acceptable for a person to disregard the advice of a vet when an animal’s …

Estepona council has announced the arrival of Van Gogh ‘Grandes Éxitos’ (greatest hits), an immersive exhibition opened on June 5 at the Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos.  The exhibition runs until 21 September and invites visitors into the world of Vincent van Gogh. His life was marked by madness, suffering, and an unrelenting pursuit of beauty. Estepona locals will get …

WHEN 22-year-old Málaga student Elena’s parents were her age, they could easily afford to buy an apartment in the city.  Elena is now unable to afford rent and continues to live with her family at home, while working to pay for living expenses. “All my friends are in exactly the same situation.” She was among hundreds of thousands marching in …

British tourists heading to Spain should be aware of the stricter entry requirements that have been implemented since the UK’s exit from the European Union. Travellers from the UK who enter Spain may be required to show proof of funds, accommodation and return travel. According to Spain’s Ministry of Interior, tourists must demonstrate they have at least €113.40 per person …