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Children of British expat murdered and buried by their father attend poignant Vigil in her Memory

Children of British expat murdered by their father attend poignant vigil in her memory

The three children of an expat British woman murdered in a London hotel were among hundreds who attended a moving vigil yesterday for her. Victoria Hart, the ex-partner of their father and murderer, was found dead at her Alhaurin el Grande residence on Saturday. Juan Antonio Rueda, who had killed the 33-year old mother and later turned himself in to …

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Mordor, Winterfell…or Malaga? The Olive Press investigates Antequera, El Torcal and its mysteries

Mordor, Winterfell…or Malaga? The Olive Press explores Antequera and the mysteries of El Torcal

SPAIN is known for its natural diversity – one moment you’re stretched out on a sun-bleached beach along the southern coast; the next, you’re strapping on skis in the mountains. But just an hour outisde Málaga, there’s a landscape that feels entirely removed from reality. El Torcal National Park feels like entering a different world. The drive sets the tone. …

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Ten million eclipse-seekers book their August bookings in advance, causing a tourism frenzy across rural Spain

Tourism frenzy in rural Spain as 10 million solar eclipse seekers book up for August

Bookings for the August total solar eclipse, which will be visible from parts of Spain and Mallorca, have been a flurry. The astronomical event, which was last seen from the Iberian Peninsula back in 1912, is expected to attract 10 million tourists. In Spain, the eclipse of August 12th falls during peak season when many families are on vacation. This …

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