With the hot summer months now behind us, and the festive season looming, there is no better time to give your home a makeover. Whether it’s replacing old furniture pieces, freshening up the overall décor or undertaking more substantial renovations, the cooler autumn months are ideal for some timely DIY. Or, if you prefer to…

September is always one of the favourite months for people who have already made their home in Marbella, or visit regularly throughout the year. The peak-season tourists have left, the thermometer has dropped to more pleasant daily temperatures, and it’s a great time to head inland to visit one of the Costa del Sol’s many…

For most people, August is a time to chill out by the beach or pool during the day, sip exotic cocktails in the late afternoon and dine al fresco as a refreshing evening breeze blows in gently from the sea. In short, to leave the stresses of everyday life back home. And ideally a long…

Beaches are an essential component of Marbella’s DNI. With the municipality extending over 40 kilometres of coastline, from Elviria in the east to Puerto Banús and San Pedro de Alcántara in the west, the beach is a key focal point of Marbella’s highly-coveted lifestyle, especially during the summer season and the pleasantly moderate warm months…

Marbella’s renowned party scene is in full flow this month, with the music festival season signalling the start of another hugely entertaining summer for residents and visitors alike. Earlier this year we gave a sneak preview of some of the main cultural and sporting events scheduled for the Costa del Sol in 2023, and since…

Back in 1988 when Valderrama hosted the first Volvo Masters, the popularity of golf in Spain was only just starting to flourish. The Costa del Sol was already well-known internationally as one of Europe’s most popular golf destinations, with its most venerable course, Parador de Málaga, having been inaugurated back in 1925. The area’s first…

It might seem to be stating the obvious but making sure your home looks as attractive and inviting as possible for potential buyers is one of the most important keys to securing a successful (and quick) sale. Understandably, there are so many things to consider when putting your home on the market that sometimes it…

Paris might be known in popular folklore as the “City of Love” but when it comes to romance Marbella is also one of Europe’s favourite destinations for couples celebrating Valentine’s Day. On 14 February every year, southern Spain’s own “City of Love” is the perfect place for a romantic getaway. Or, for those who have…

Marbella might be best known around the world for its glamorous lifestyle and luxurious properties, but there is also a deeper and more diverse side to the capital of Costa del Sol chic. Away from the popular beach clubs, the elegant restaurants, the sophisticated boutiques, the sumptuous penthouses and the magnificent mansions, Marbella also offers…

Travellers have been combining work with pleasure for time immemorial, even before air transport became universally accessible. In recent years, however, the phenomenon has become even more convenient and mainstream, leading to the coining of a special term to describe its protagonists: digital nomads. These days, with transport options so extensive and diverse – especially…