Costa del Sol Spain

Credit: Mijas Town Hall Mijas is once again preparing to welcome the festive season with its beloved Christmas Market, returning for the third consecutive year to the picturesque Plaza de la Constitución. The Market, organised by Public Works Department of the Town Hall, promises Warm and festive atmosphere bringing together local artists, traders, and tourists from near and distant. This …

The historic ship, La Nao Santa María, which recreates the vessel that played a vital role in the discovery of America, is about to make its first-ever visits to the ports of Sotogrande and Fuengirola this November and December. The ship that brings to life the “feat that changed history” will offer guided tours on its various decks. Visitors can …

Andalucia will be staging the largest ever tsunami drill in Spain on Thursday, and hundreds of thousands of people living along the Cadiz coast will receive emergency alerts via their mobile phones. At 10.03am, every mobile device located in officially mapped inundation zones will sound with an ES-Alert message, warning of a simulated earthquake triggered by a ‘Lisbon-style’ 7.6-magnitude earthquake.  …

The talented students of the Dance with Freedom school, based at the El Zoco Centre in Calahonda, are preparing to take over the Teatro Manuel España on Sunday, November 23, at 5.30pm, for a special charity performance. This is a great opportunity to see local talent in action and to help a worthy cause. The healing power of play: Why …

HOTEL managers on the Costa del Sol renewed their calls for a 3rd lane on A7. They warned that Malaga’s chronic congestion problems now threaten the region’s capacity to cope with record-breaking visitor numbers. Aehcos, the Costa del Sol hotel association, said congestion on the A7 has become ‘unmanageable’ in both the eastern and western stretches of the province. The …

La Sala in Puerto Bonus prepares for an afternoon of delicious food and festive cheer, while also supporting a very important cause. The British Benevolent Fund (BBF), one of the oldest registered charities in Spain, is hosting its Magical Charity Lunch on Wednesday, November 26, from 1pm to 5pm at the glamorous La Sala in Puerto Banús. This event is …

Costa del Sol is gearing itself up for the festive period with a series Christmas markets and fairs that promise food, entertainment, and unique presents for the entire family. Locals and visitors alike can experience community spirit, handmade craft, and seasonal delights from Estepona and Mijas. Sea Side Saddle Adventures’ Mini Christmas market, Estepona Sea Side Saddle Adventures launches its …

Two separate accidents happened on Saturday November 15, at the “Las Hormigas roundabout” located near the Arroyo Vaquero off-ramp on the A-7. The accident black spot is estimated to have seen six car accidents in the past week. Incidents occur almost every day. Locals in Arroyo Vaquero, La Vaguada and surrounding areas have raised the alarm. years Over the inherent …

Two nights of high-energy rock performances will be held at the iconic Premiere Club in Plaza de los Olivos, Marbella. The event is free. Deja Vu: Friday, November 21, 11:30 PM Deja Vu is set to perform a powerful hard rock cover set at 11:30 on November 21, 2018. Deja Vu, known for their faithful and exhilarating versions of legendary …

A cluster of low cost stations, ranging from Torremolinos all the way to San Pedro Alcantara, has helped to bring fuel prices down to Spain’s lowest levels.  The latest data from the Organisation of Consumers and Users (OCU) The government monitors dieselogasolina.com portal, drivers filling up in Benalmadena, Mijas, Fuengirola and the western Marbella area are consistently paying 10–20 cents …