Costa del Sol

Horse-drawn carriages Marbella. Credit: Philip Bird – Shutterstock. The Marbella Council will update its ordinance that regulates horse-drawn carts with an emphasis on animal welfare.  New regulations will be proposed first in October 2020 and include strict rules for animal welfare. A change in law was not included in the legal documentation that was originally written in 2010. New rules …

On Saturday, March 1, CB Marbella will pay tribute to one of Spain’s most celebrated basketball figures, Carlos Cabezas, in a special event at the Pabellón Carlos Cabezas. CB Marbella’s match against Colegio El Pinar will be the highlight of this special event, followed by an award ceremony to recognize Cabezas for his remarkable career. Carlos Cabezas was born in …

Widely recognised as the best barman in Banús, Manolo, the cornerstone of Sinatra, is 65 years old, although he doesn’t look it. On Thursday, February 26, he is finally retiring after 46 years at the emblematic bar that has seen the evolution of Puerto Banús from a quiet fishing village into a bustling hub of opulence. The bar’s reputation is …

Age Concern Marbella – San Pedro is out to lunch! Trattoria Babbu on Thursday February 27.  Age Concern is inviting all to a fantastic afternoon, with delicious food, good company and a fun quiz. All expats are welcome to attend the lunch. Located in Avenida Burgos 22, Age Concern Marbella – San Pedro ask that you arrive for 1pm to …

Praised as a ‘beast on the keyboard’ by the Utah Review, pianist Sergey Belyavsky has moved and amazed audiences around the world. He is described as demonstrating ‘an extraordinary expressive intelligence’ by Bachtrack and ‘one of the best pianists in the world today’. Sergey has appeared as a soloist in many venues, including Victoria Concert Hall (Geneva), Abravanel Hall(Salt Lake …

Mijas, a tourist destination in the Costa del Sol, will be attending the ITB trade show in Berlin between March 4 and 6. The aim is to consolidate its position as the leading destination for tourists on the Costa del Sol. The local delegation will showcase Mijas as an authentic and evocative destination. It is a goal to promote the …

  Legends Bar La Cala hosts a musical night of nostalgia Credit: Legends Bar La Cala, Facebook. Legendary music enthusiasts are in for an amazing evening at Legends Bar La Cala, on Saturday 1st March. This show promises an electrifying performance and timeless hits. The event, which will include music by Shania Twain & Bruno Mars as well as a …

Calle Rio Turia has a new carpark. Credit: Pedro Soto The Market at Los Llanos Arboleas now has a brand new carpark located near the market at the end Calle Rio Turia. It was built to make it easier for visitors to access the market as the old parking lot will be unavailable from February. Los Llanos Market (also known …

THREE Policia Nacional officers ‘mistakenly’ ate jelly beans impregnated with a drug following a raid on a Fuengirola cannabis club. In a Malaga Hospital, they were treated for poisoning. Officers confiscated a number of sweets and jellybeans sold in a coffeeshop after they suspected that the items contained narcotics. READ MORE The items are taken to Fuengirola Police Station where …

Sergey Belyavsky will dazzle Marbella’s audience with an amazing piano performance. Credit: Sergey Belyavsky, Facebook. Sergey Belyavsky, hailed as a ‘beast on the keyboard’, takes the stage in Marbella. This exclusive recital will be held Saturday, March 1 as part the prestigious I Concurso Internacional de Piano Ciudad de Malaga. Marbella’s heartbeat is alive with virtuoso performances The event is …