Spain’s world famous Alhambra palace in Granada suffers graffiti attack
TRAVELLERS planning a visit to one of Spain’s most iconic cultural destinations may encounter unexpected scenes of vandalism, as a wave of graffiti has recently
Hidden Corners of Spain: Michael Coy takes you on a tour of Competa in the Axarquia region of Malaga
NARROW winding streets, whitewashed houses … Competa is everyone’s idea of what an Andalucian village should be. It’s positioned halfway between Velez-Malaga and Nerja, and
Dana brings yellow warning to eastern Spain for heavy showers and hail
UNSETTLED spring weather continues to grip much of Spain, with a dana (isolated high-level depression) triggering a yellow weather warning in parts of eastern Spain.
An insider’s take Spain’s iconic 101km endurance event – set against the stunning backdrop of the Serranía de Ronda
RONDA is a place where dramatic landscapes, Moorish history, and whitewashed charm collide. Each spring, it becomes the unlikely setting for one of Europe’s most
Cruise ship diverts to Cadiz as Brit, 83, dies after choking on food at sea
A BRITISH pensioner has died in southern Spain after choking on food aboard a cruise ship that was sailing near the Cadiz coastline. Kenneth Edward
Repair works on vital Ronda-Costa del Sol road move to blasting stage
BLASTING will begin on Tuesday on the A-397 road between Ronda and San Pedro to remove the largest rocks and stabilise the slopes. This step
Spain’s underrated road trip through ‘raisin country’ in the Malaga mountains
ONE of Spain’s most overlooked yet rewarding road trips has recently been discovered in the rugged region of Axarquia, located east of Malaga city. The
Tourism continues to drive Andalucia’s economy as job openings grow by 50%
ANDALUCIA’S tourism sector is experiencing a significant upswing, with employment increasing by 50% in recent months, signaling a potentially record-breaking summer season. This surge underscores
Walk, run or cycle: The amazingly popular 101km (63 mile) race in Spain’s Ronda
Over the weekend Friday 9 to Sunday 11 May, some 9,000 athletes took part in Ronda’s 101km race. For 25 years, the “Legion” has been
GUIRI ARMY: Half dozen fabulous foreigners are recognised during Europe Day celebrations in Marbella
A LEGION of guiris have been awarded for their ‘indispensable’ hard work in Marbella. The group of business owners, from half a dozen countries, were
WATCH: Daylight shootout in Malaga car park leaves one wounded
A SHOOTING took place in the parking lot of a Lidl supermarket in Malaga city, leaving one person injured with a gunshot wound in the
First high speed train link between Andalucia and Portugal finally in the works
A MAJOR new high-speed rail project that would connect Sevilla with the Algarve via Huelva has taken a key step forward following a meeting between
Breakthrough treatment for skin wounds and burns is developed in Andalucia
A revolutionary new skin treatment developed in Andalucia is set to change the way we heal wounds, and it could be a game-changer for burn
Spanish skies: When to catch the Eta Aquarids meteor shower left by Halley’s Comet
THE Eta Aquarids is a shower of shooting stars, or meteors, which lights up the night sky each year in late spring. Every year, as
Tragedy in Marbella: Man, 60, dies after being electrocuted and falling into swimming pool
A 60-year-old man was found lifeless in the swimming pool of a Marbella house on Wednesday morning and nothing could be done to revive him.
Bed bug infestation warning for major hospital in the Costa del Sol
THE REGIONAL University Hospital of Malaga is investigating a possible outbreak of bed bugs after several staff members have noticed insect bites. The Cardiology Unit
Water restrictions lifted on the Costa del Sol and Malaga TODAY after wettest spring in years
WATER restrictions have been lifted on the Costa del Sol, with its supply guaranteed to reach full capacity, the Andalusian Regional Government announced this week.
Emergency plan to repair Marbella’s potholed roads ahead of the summer season
THE Marbella City Council has initiated an emergency asphalting plan that includes the resurfacing of roads in 25 streets distributed throughout all the districts of
Cádiz government says its town will not be overrun by cruise ship tourists yet residents are concerned
CÁDIZ officials say their town will not be overrun with cruise ship tourists this summer season as more than 11,000 passengers disembark onto the historical
Malaga leads Andalucia with five new Blue Flag beaches – while Sotogrande gets its first
SWIMMERS in Malaga will be spoiled for choice on where to enjoy the azure Mediterranean waters this summer, with the province gaining five new Blue
Malaga’s White Night Happens This Weekend with 150 Free Events
SATURDAY May 10, 2025, will see the 25th celebration of Málaga’s “Noche en Blanco”, or White Night. The entire city centre will be given over
Where are the best places to buy second homes in Spain this summer?
Spain’s southeastern coasts are a complete haven for property investors and vacation enthusiasts alike. Renowned for its vibrant culture, exquisite cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes, Spain
Mosquito inspections checking for West Nile Virus in Spain start month earlier than usual
THE Ministry of Health has already started surveillance of mosquitoes in Andalucia to look for insects that carry the West Nile virus. The inspections are
British actor Jeremy Irons gets special welcome as he attends the Sevilla Fair in Spain
OSCAR winner Jeremy Irons received a warm reception from the city of Sevilla as he visited the opening day of the 2025 Feria de Abril.
Huge trial of Swedish mafia accused of ‘owning Marbella’ goes ahead in Madrid
THE stepson of Marbella’s mayor could face 22 years in prison if the trial accusing him of money laundering and drug trafficking finds him guilty.
Trafficker offers cops €10k each after hotel cleaner finds his drugs in the Costa del Sol
A DRUG trafficker has been arrested on the Costa del Sol after offering police officers €10k each to keep quiet when a hotel cleaner found