Costa del Sol

Danny DeVito, the Hollywood star, was once asked to give his opinion of Madrid at a Madrid-based press conference. He replied, ‘It’ll look great once they find the treasure!’ He was making fun of the roadworks and digging going on. Benalmadena is the next town to experience non-stop road work this year. The municipal water service has taken picks and …

Bottles of sea-aged wine Credit: Escaramujo Wines In the port of Estepona, you’ll find a truly unique winery – a winery below the water. Escaramujo Wines, Spain’s first undersea bodega is putting Estepona’s sun and beaches on the map. Escaramujo‘s bottles are aged for months on the seabed, where the pressure, temperature, and gentle movement of the water help shape …

A WOMAN who sold her newborn baby for €2,000 has been arrested by the Policia Nacional. The couple, who were undergoing fertility treatment and bought the girl, as well as their two family members have been detained. The 37-year old woman from Madrid’s Mostoles district apparently regretted her deal and wanted to get it back. READ MORE MADRID POLICIA NACIONAL …

Caroline Sice, a Estepona resident, will embark on a 70-km, six-day trek in June. She will reach 1,430m of elevation along the French Camino de Santiago. The walk aims at raising funds for AECC Estepona as well as Collective Calling. Both charities are close to Caroline Sice’s heart. Jane was diagnosed breast cancer in December 2020. She underwent chemotherapy, surgery …

Remember that the opening hours will be affected by Thursday, May 1. This is a public holiday in Spain, as well as in many other countries. The individual shops in La Cañada shopping centre in Marbella, including AlCampo, will remain closed all day, while the food courts upstairs will stay open, although evening closing times may vary. Good news! From …

Malaga has been confirmed as the next host of the Michelin Star Gala, which is the most prestigious gala in the world. La Consula, a prestigious culinary school in Malaga, will officially announce the news on Friday. Malaga has achieved a major milestone in its gastronomic development. It has quietly, but with confidence, established itself as one of the rising …

Perfectly situated overlooking Fuengirola marina, Café on the Port – Bar and Bistro has quickly become a must-visit destination for foodies and wine lovers on the Costa del Sol. The charming hangout aims to provide both a dining experience that is unforgettable and a place for casual meetings. There are a variety of dishes made with fresh ingredients sourced locally …

In Estepona, machinery reinforces the shore. Credit: Estepona Town Hall, Facebook. The Town Hall of Estepona is working quickly to restore the beaches damaged by storms in time for summer. Recent storms have caused significant erosion along the coast, removing large stretches sand. Local authorities and the Spanish Coastal Department are working together to accelerate emergency work. The goal is …

Mini wood library for free in Estepona Credit: Estepona Town Hall, Facebook. Estepona’s town hall has launched a wonderful new idea, which is all about sharing. The town hall set up a “Libros Libres”, aka “Free Books”, network in the city. These wooden boxes, which look like miniature houses, are located in public places, parks and squares. It’s simple: Take …

Nadal Gasol Cristiano Credit: Instagram. In summer 2025, Marbella’s legendary Villa Tiberio will be transformed into a high-end restaurant and leisure destination, Tatel. The brand is backed by sporting legends Rafa, Pau Gasol and Cristiano.  Tatel will open its sixth global outpost in this sprawling estate surrounded by lush, tropical gardens. Madrid, Ibiza and Dubai are already there, as well …