Costa del Sol

A SPANISH landowner began bulldozing houses on protected farmland in order to build a golf project on the Costa del Sol. Sociedad Azucarera Larios demolished a home in Vega de Maro near Nerja to build a new luxury tourism complex. However, Olive Press sources suggest that ‘as many as five’ may have already been targeted, knocked or partly demolished. Today, …

This week in Speaking European, we meet Anna Pom Pom, a Swedish expat, full of energy, who swapped the glamour of television studios and celebrity circles for the tranquil streets of Benahavís on the Costa del Sol. Anna shares her journey from a high-profile media life in Sweden and the US to building a grounded, community-focused existence in Spain – …

By: EWN • Published: 04 Feb 2026 • 18:00 • Credit: Dancing_Man/Shutterstock Due to adverse weather conditions, the paper editions of Costa del Sol and Axarquía will be delivered on Friday, 6th February. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Share this story Sign up for personalized news

The Malaga Carnival will be the biggest street celebration on the Spanish calendar. From February 15 to March 15, the historic center of the city will be transformed into a whirlwind, full of colour, satire and music. The real fiesta starts as soon as the COAC (official competition of singing groups) finishes at the Teatro Cervantes. Organisers of the official …

On Saturday, February 21st, the local community will come together to enjoy a wonderful afternoon of live music, philanthropy, and charity at the Millennium Cocktail Bar, Calahonda, as they host a major fundraiser for the amazing, expat-led Save A Life Charity (S-A.L.). Starting at 4pm, the “Fantastic Charity Afternoon & Evening” promises to be one of the highlights of the …

The Eyedrop for Uganda campaign, led by Mijas philanthropists Alan & Jenny Boardman, is now complete. It has brought real hope to the vulnerable rural communities of Uganda. The generous Costa del Sol residents in the inland and central areas of the region, together with the UK contributions, supported the initiative to deliver essential aid for the couple during their …

The floods that continue to threaten the home of an expat family living in Manilva along Spain’s Western Costa del Sol have brought new devastation. Adam and his family lost everything when a flash flood flooded their home, filling it with mud and destroying furniture and appliances. They also lost clothing, irreplaceable photos, and other keepsakes. The floods have devastated …

ChefsForChildren, the charity event where gastronomy meets charity, will once again bring together 60 Michelin starred chefs from across Spain. Their mission is to teach children about the benefits of eating healthy while raising funds for kids with rare diseases. Already in its eighth year, the initiative is scheduled for April 20 at the luxurious Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Benahavis …

The only Osborne Bull on the Costa del Sol is perched atop Torreblanca Hill, visible at various points along its coastline. It has become a part of our collective memory, as well as a symbol for the community. For decades, the striking silhouette of a black car, set against a sky-blue background, was a common sight on Spanish highways and …

Benalmadena took firm action to safeguard its public spaces. On Monday, February 2 the local police, working in conjunction with the council operational services removed seven lockboxes, which were used to store keys of tourist rental properties. The boxes were fixed to a public seat in the town. This operation is part of a larger effort to regulate the usage …