Costa del Sol

ONE of my earliest memories of Spain isn’t of a landmark or a family meal – it’s of a sweet shop.My dad and I were visiting Bilbao when I was only three years old. I was astonished to see the store stacked from wall-to -wall with colorful treats. The shopkeeper gave me a bag of plastic and I walked down …

Estepona will welcome an open-air art exhibition by acclaimed Madrid-based illustrator Coco Dávez, featuring her celebrated “Faceless” project.  The opening of the exhibition on 27 June will feature 17 stunning works, some created especially for Estepona. They depict 20th century icons like Pablo Picasso, David Bowie and Chiquito De La Calzada. Known for her bold use of colour and shapes, …

On Friday, June 27, at 8pm, the Barceló Guadalmina Hotel will host the ninth annual gala of the Network of Businesswomen and Entrepreneurs of Marbella and Campo de Gibraltar (REM), a highlight of the region’s entrepreneurial calendar.  This event celebrates the creativity, resilience, and accomplishments of women professionals. Marbella will have a chance connect with inspiring stories, and network with …

Marbella will host a vibrant celebration of LGTBI pride day on June 27, at Glorieta de la Fontanilla. Residents and visitors are invited to come together to celebrate diversity and freedom for all. The evening, which begins at 7pm, will be filled with performances, activities and moments of heartfelt recognition. To engage the audience, there will be a variety of …

Marbella free shuttle bus Credit: Ayuntamiento de Marbella. Marbella has introduced new measures from July 1 through September 15 to make it easier and safer for people to move around the city. This includes pedestrians, bicycles, and users who use personal mobility vehicles such as e-scooters.  A detailed map dividing the city into nine distinct sectors, from Cabopino to San …

Favourites at the Speakeasy, the Blue Stompers Quartet, a gig of fusion of R&B, Afro-American Blues, and Boogie Woogie, will take place at Speakeasy Jazz Club & Cocktails on Friday, June 27. The Blue Stompers Quartet, with members from the UK and Cyprus, as well as Finland and Spain, is a hidden multi-national treasure. They have been a mainstay in …

Malaga exports are booming despite global economic turmoil and geopolitical tensions including war potential. Despite tariffs, supply chain delays, workers shortages, property prices going through the roof, and the bemoaning of a plethora of other economic threats, businesses in Malaga have achieved a historic landmark – exporting goods and services worth €1.125 billion from January to April 2025, a 1.9 …

Cercanias train at Victoria Kent station. Credit: Jose Maria Navarro Sanchez – Flickr Renfe, Spain’s national railway operator, has brought out new monthly passes and discounted tickets for the Cercanías and Rodalies commuter networks, as well as Medium-Distance services, as free travel policies in place since September 2022 have come to an end.  The new pricing structure provides significant savings …

El Greek del Puerto is a stage that transforms each weekend in Estepona’s bustling harbour. It features live music, Greek cuisine, and a Mediterranean breeze. This inviting seafront nautical dining establishment is one of Andalusia’s 30 best restaurants. Enjoy a unique sensory experience. Gisela, a live performer, will start at 8.30pm every weekend during the summer. Remi the Fox will …

Fuengirola police has increased traffic checks in the city at different times to ensure road safety.  The tighter controls are intended to reduce recklessness and enforce traffic regulations. Over the weekend 20-21st June, officers conducted extensive checks, leading to numerous situations being reported. Of the 1,601 vehicles inspected, 26 drivers were given fines for speeding. The authorities also found five …