The Pearl of Andalusia: Visiting Seville (the Cathedral, the Giralda, Plaza de España) is a highlight of any trip to Spain. However, it is quite a long way from Málaga or Marbella (around 2.5 to 3 hours’ drive each way). Don’t drive yourself to exhaustion – driving a 6-hour round trip in a single day is tiring. It leaves you […]
Main Street Bargains Gibraltar offers VAT-free shopping on alcohol, tobacco, perfumes and electronics. It is a popular day trip for tourists staying in Spain. However, the border crossing (La Línea) is notorious for long queues of cars. The «Drop and Walk» Strategy To maximise your shopping time and minimise stress: Private Bus to the Border: We […]
With the Picasso, Pompidou and Thyssen museums, Málaga has become a cultural hub. Boasting over 30 museums, including the Picasso Museum, the Centre Pompidou and the Carmen Thyssen, it offers a rich cultural experience. For tourists staying in resorts such as Marbella or Nerja, a day trip to the capital is a must. Parking is the enemy in Málaga’s historic […]
The World Capital of Padel Padel is booming worldwide, and the Costa del Sol is its spiritual home. Clubs such as Puente Romano, Real Club Padel Marbella and Higueron host thousands of international players who come for intensive training weeks. Logistics for padel groups Unlike golf, padel groups often play at different clubs throughout the week to experience […]
Ski in the Morning, Beach in the Afternoon One of the unique features of the Costa del Sol is its proximity to the Sierra Nevada, one of Europe’s highest ski resorts. It is only a 2-hour drive from Málaga. However, driving up the mountain road requires experience, especially if snow chains are needed. Equipment […]
Serving the Expat Community The Costa del Sol has a vibrant international community with excellent schools like Sotogrande International School, Aloha College, and The English International College. When these schools organize field trips—whether it’s a ski trip to Sierra Nevada, a cultural visit to Seville, or a sports tournament—safety is the paramount concern for parents […]
From Málaga to the Windy City, Tarifa is the southernmost point in Europe, famous for two things: incredible kitesurfing and the ferry link to Tangier (Morocco). However, Tarifa is not served by trains, and public buses from Málaga are slow and infrequent. For groups of surfers carrying equipment, or tourists wanting to catch the […]
The Challenge of the Alhambra The Alhambra in Granada is the most visited monument in Spain. As a result, it operates on a strictly controlled time-slot system. If your ticket says «Nasrid Palaces: 14:00», you must be there at 14:00. Arriving 15 minutes late usually means you will be refused entry. If you are staying in Marbella or Málaga […]
The Magic of Ronda and the Challenge of the Road Ronda is arguably the most spectacular town in Andalusia. Famous for its deep gorge (El Tajo), the stunning Puente Nuevo bridge, and as the birthplace of modern bullfighting, it is a «must-visit» for anyone staying on the Costa del Sol. Hemingway and Orson Welles fell […]
