A GLASS OF chilled Alvarinho, on the terrace of Yeatman’s landmark hotel, was the reward for a journey that covered some of Portugal’s wildest and most captivating scenery. We were definitely ready for aperitifs before lunch after half a days sightseeing through the cobbled street of Porto’s historic center. We could have been sipping the city’s famed sweet wine, but …

A group of British expats told The Olive Press that they had almost given up on their Alicante communities, terrorised for years by squatters due to the inaction of authorities.  Five years ago, unfinished construction left unoccupied buildings on Calle Vincent van Gogh.  Now, ‘two rows of these houses where there’s no electricity, no running water, and no amenities at …

Malaga CF had another difficult night at La Rosaleda, as they were held to a 2-2 draw with Cordoba despite being a man up for over 30 minutes. Costa del Sol, a team that has been plagued by late goals in recent weeks, was again defeated at the end, this time before 26,149 supporters in the Andalusian Derby. Darko brasanac …