Costa del Sol Spain

The IV Senda Litoral Half Marathon ‘Ikos Andalusia Trophy,’ taking place on Sunday, May 4, has reached 200 registrations in under 48 hours. This milestone was achieved thanks to its discounted entry promotion, priced at €18. The fast uptake reflects the growing popularity of this Andalusian key event. The registration fee is now set at €22 until April 13 or …

Musical Association Virgen del Rio and Musical Association Martin Alonso. Mothers Assumption Cornets and Drums Band. Credit: Huercal Overa Town Hall on Facebook Huercal Overa Town Hall has signed agreements of collaboration with Asociacion Musical Virgen del Rio and Asociacion Musical Martin Alonso. These agreements allow groups to take part at various events during the year. This enriches the town’s …

Kyle Alessandro is a young Norwegian lad of 18 years old with roots in Fuengirola. He has won the opportunity to represent Norway at the next Eurovision Song Contest. The half-Spanish and half-Norwegian singer won the Melodi Grand Prix decider contest, and will represent Norway in the Eurovision Song Contest that will be held on May 17th in Basel (Switzerland). …

For the first time since a decade, the rate of people having babies in Spain increased. The National Statistics Institute (INE) released preliminary data showing that 322,034 births were registered in the entire country in 2024. That’s a small increase of 0.4% (1,378 additional babies) compared with 2023. It is a slight increase, but it represents a turning-point after ten …

Estepona is preparing to host a pioneering event in Spain with the arrival of the ‘Breiki Festival’, the first electronic music festival exclusively aimed at families with children. This event will bring together children and adults to enjoy a music concert that is normally not allowed for children. Breiki is a family-friendly electronic dance festival that was born out of …

Wanted to see the Alhambra, but didn’t want the crowds? Try this hidden replica located in Sevilla. Paradas, the historic town, is located in the province of Sevilla just 40 minutes from Andalucia’s capital.  This charming destination boasts a unique attraction: a faithful replica of Granada’s iconic Alhambra.  Paradas, a charming blend of tranquility and cultural heritage, is ideal for …

When Primitiva numbers are checked, someone will be happy in Costa del Sol west. The lottery ticket sold in Sabinillas has just raked in a prize of €1,240,213.62, after its owner nailed the combination of 6 numbers, the only one in the country to do so. Corresponding to the Primitiva lottery draw from Thursday, February 20, the lucky player bought …

Collective Calling launches new charity shop in Estepona Credit: Collective Calling Charity organisation Collective Calling has opened a new charity shop in Estepona, located at Av. Andalucía No 68, 29680 Estepona. The shop will play a crucial role in supporting the homeless community in Spain and street children in Tanzania, ensuring that every purchase and donation makes a meaningful impact. The grand opening took place …

Esther Adán, the Nomad Biker. Credit: Where is Esther on Instagram? The image of the biker – dirty, greasy, out for no good, has changed remarkably since the days of the Hell’s Angels in the 60s. Bikers today are hailed as noisy heroes and a force for good. Our very own Costa del Sol heroic biker, Esther Adán, the Nomad …

Welsh Society Costa del Sol. Credit: Ayuntamiento de Benalmadena. Benalmadena celebrates the St. David’s Day celebrations on Saturday 1st March.  In Arroyo de la Miel – the multi-cultural hub of the Costa del Sol – the Welsh community will gather to celebrate their expat community, eat, drink and dance Welsh food.  The party will run from 1pm to night. Presi …