Lifestyle

Cupra Born, the latest version. Cupra Cupra launched the new version of Born, the first electric car from the brand. It was a car that stood out when it was launched from other similar EVs. This writer believes it retains its style advantage.  As little needed to be changed, the changes in the styling were subtle. The interior and battery …

Wendy knows it’s important to find a good sitter for Millie. She reads reviews. Credit: Lamia Walker. Many pet and home owners are worried about meeting new sitters. It’s a common concern. You can learn a lot by performing due diligence and choosing a good platform for house-sitting. Also, read reviews of both the platform as well as the house-sitters. …

Marbella has one of the most extraordinary used car markets in Europe. Nowhere else on the continent will you find a relatively modest dealership on the N-340 with a Ferrari 458, a Porsche Cayenne, and a Range Rover Sport sitting side by side — all at prices that look, on paper, almost too good to be true. For expats arriving …

Enjoy more energy and balance with this lifestyle. Credit: BearFotos / Shutterstock Simple is the best way to appreciate the Mediterranean lifestyle. Go out and explore the area. You can still experience the charm of small towns and villages by exploring them, not through busy tourist attractions or busy routes. Andalucía is full of these hidden corners. These are places …

Pain is unavoidable. Suffering is optional. Credit: artem evdokimov / Shuttestock.com Chronic Pain and the Search for Effective Treatment The management of pain has been a central part of medical practice for many years. The effects of chronic pain on individuals can be serious and wide-ranging, affecting their quality of living. Chronic pain is not an exaggeration. The search for …

Fuel prices continue to rise daily, and drivers in Spain are feeling it. The cost of fuel is rising everywhere due to the impact of the Iran war, especially the attacks across the Strait of Hormuz. GeoPortal, one of the government’s most visited websites, is a great tool to use. The threat of oil tankers and blockades along the Strait …

Under new traffic rules, cars that have the CERO emissions tag in Spain will lose one of their privileges. Credit : autofacil Spain’s drivers of electric and zero emission vehicles may have a rude awakening the next time they take to the highway. The BOE’s Official State Gazette published a recent update to the regulations that removes the long-standing benefit …

EXPATS often dismiss fatigue in Spain as a result of heat. But Quironsalud’s experts warn that these minor symptoms may be the early signs of silent liver cancer. Many expats living on the Costa del Sol dismiss symptoms such as mild fatigue or itchiness of the skin, blaming it on the Spanish heat and a hectic social schedule. Quironsalud’s specialists …

Motor traders and private sellers are being warned about an alleged scam involving a couple from Finland posing as car buyers and using what appear to be legitimate documents and bank transfers.According to reports circulating among sellers, the couple approach individuals selling vehicles and present themselves as genuine buyers. They reportedly provide identification and paperwork that appear authentic and agree …

Every year, thousands of expats and foreign residents on the Costa del Sol purchase used cars — and a significant number end up with expensive problems that could easily have been avoided. Here is what you need to know before you buy. The Costa del Sol is home to one of the most active used-car markets in southern Europe. With …