Costa del Sol

The stinging caterpillars. Credit: Carol La Rosa – Shutterstock. A natural phenomenon, caused by unusually warm temperatures, is increasing the number of poisonous caterpillars on the Costa del Sol. Due to their tiny, venomous hairs, the long rows of caterpillars that devour pine needles pose a serious threat to humans and animals. The College of Veterinarians of Malaga warns of …

Thomas Henry, the sensational Thomas Henry band will bring soulful sounds to Marbella Credit: Thomas John Henry, Facebook. Thomas Henry will be performing at La Scala Marbella this Friday, 28th February. This much-anticipated event promises an intimate musical environment, soulful melodies and captivating performances. Enjoy an evening of live music that is exceptional This event is held at Urb. This …

Maria Carmen Banqueri Pegalajar, a passionate researcher in the field of cancer biology at the University of Málaga has received the Soroptimist International of Europe Scholarship 2024-25.  She recently completed her master’s dissertation, which focused on new therapeutic options for triple-negative cancer. This subtype is difficult to treat, as it has a high resistance to chemotherapy and other conventional treatments.  …

New drone cleaners are available in Estepona. Credit: Ayuntamiento de Estepona. Estepona Council has announced a new initiative that involves using drones to clean facades, starting at the Mirador del Carmen. The new eight-floor building houses such spaces as an auditorium, an exhibition space, a music hall and a vertical book library. The council will be first to use drones …

Central Marbella. Credit: Ayuntamiento de Marbella. Beyond just a Business, (Más allá de un negocio) ‘is a new initiative of Marbella council to reinvigorate local shopping, bars and restaurants via social networks, especially in the centre and old town areas and markets, although the invitation is open to all Marbella’s retailers. The strategy involves marketing and publishing on official social …

La Scala Restaurant was transformed into a beacon of transformation and hope on February 20th! The Costa del Sol community came out in support of one woman and 120 homeless people on February 20th.‘Dream to bring dignity and a sense of hope to the homeless.  Joyce Gyimah, a tireless defender of the poor, gave everything up to feed and protect …

  Fuengirola will host the International Jazz and Modern Music Seminar, bringing world-class music! Credit: Shutterstock Take note, music lovers! This Friday, February 28th, Fuengirola will host the International Jazz and Modern Music Seminar, which promises a world-class day of jazz, masterclasses, and workshops led by experts. Organised by the Asociación Cultural de Música y Danza Lauroarte, this event will …

The iconic Los Monteros Hotel in Marbella is scheduled to reopen under the luxury Kimpton label this week.  Jose Carlos Garcia is the Michelin starred chef of Malaga.  The five-star venue will reopen on February 25 under the leadership and management of the American luxury brand Kimpton, a brand of IHG Hotels and Resorts.  The property was extensively renovated after …

V-16 emergency light. Credit: Shutterstock Paula VV Spain has become first country to introduce the V-16 emergency lighting system, replacing the traditional triangles. This compact yellow beacon emits 360-degree flashing lights and is connected to the DGT platform 3.0, which provides real-time updates on location to improve road safety. The V-16 device is activated within the vehicle to reduce the …

TORROX has literally boomed in Andalucia, with a population increase of over a third within just eight years. The city has 22,345 residents and 100 different nationalities, including British and German immigrants. Tourist housing is unlimited, but it’s managed in a way that benefits everyone. READ MORE ‘BOOMING’ TORROX Calaceite and Puerto Narixa, two new urban developments, are in the …