In the Footsteps of God’s Architect: A Journey Through Gaudi’s Masterpieces in Barcelona
By Eugene Costello Now that the Sagrada Familia cathedral is finally complete after a 144-year wait for its central tower, there’s never been a better
From shrunken heads to fleas in clothes: The Miniature Museum on the Costa del Sol is a treasure trove of tiny curiosities
MIJAS pueblo is famously known for its white village charm, gorgeous views, and (in)famous donkey taxis. But tucked away just above Plaza Virgen de la
THIS WEEK IN SPANISH HISTORY: Shakira’s tax trial, the birth of a Formula One star and the sighting of the Spanish Armada
WELCOME to the latest edition of ‘This Week in Spanish History’, written by Michael Coy. 27 JULY, 2022 – SHAKIRA TRIAL BEGINS The Colombian megastar,
INTERVIEW: Why Benidorm is Spain’s most misunderstood resort – according to leading British expat author
FOR many outsiders, Benidorm conjures up images of drunken holidaymakers, street fights and a version of Spain that feels more like a caricature than an
How Spain’s mesmerising Virgen del Carmen ceremony unfolded in a traditional Costa del Sol fishing village-turned holiday hotspot
THE fishing town of Estepona turns quiet, while the beat of the drums makes your neck hairs stand up straight. The smell of incense, the
THIS WEEK IN SPANISH HISTORY: A deadly train crash, a royal marriage and the mystery of baby Lucia
WELCOME to the latest edition of ‘This Week in Spanish History’, written by Michael Coy. 24 JULY, 1895 – ROBERT GRAVES BORN Perhaps you recall
THIS WEEK IN SPANISH HISTORY: The defeat of Napoleon, a mysterious death and the burka ban that never was
WELCOME to the latest edition of ‘This Week in Spanish History’, written by Michael Coy. 19 JULY 1808 – THE BATTLE OF BAILEN With very
Sting and the Prodigy to play Sevilla this weekend as thousands gather for iconic music festival
SEVILLA is gearing up for a thrilling weekend as British music icons The Prodigy and Sting prepare to take to the stage in the Andalucian
Thrill-seeking British pensioner, 86, rushed to hospital after goring at Pamplona’s famous bull run
AN 86-year-old British man was taken to hospital after taking part in a world-famous bull run in northern Spain. The pensioner, from the West Midlands,
‘A happy, outgoing person’: Brit pays tribute to wife who died in Almeria wildfire – after couple bought dream Spanish property on A Place in the Sun
A BRITISH man has paid tribute to his wife and friends feared to have been killed in last week’s deadly Almeria wildfire. Malcolm Timbrell, 70,
BORN TODAY: Margaret Theresa of Spain – the tragic tale of a vulnerable girl at the heart of Velazquez’s greatest work
IS there a birthday in your family this week? Michael Coy has been trawling through the archives, looking for interesting Spanish personalities whose birthday will
THIS WEEK IN SPANISH HISTORY: World Cup glory, an ETA kidnapping and the ‘invasion’ of Parsley Island
9 JULY – SAINT VERONICA’S DAYAs Jesus was making his way to Calvary, covered in blood, sweat and grime, a young woman pushed through the
EXCLUSIVE: ‘Hemingway, Pamplona and me – why I run the bulls for my legendary dad’
By Deirdre Carney IT’S oddly invigorating to wake up at 7am with a hangover and sleep deprivation, and then put yourself in the way of
FROM THE ARCHIVES: Are you an expat or an immigrant in Spain? The Olive Press hit the streets of the Costa del Sol to find out what YOU think
WE took the expat vs immigrant (or resident) debate to the streets of Spain with a vox pop around San Pedro de Alcantara. While some
‘Joy’ for Antonio Banderas as he presents a return to the jazz age with Gershwin at his amazing Malaga theatre
ANTONIO Banderas is presenting the works of Gershwin performed by one of Spain’s most exciting pianists this month. The Hollywood star is promoting ‘Gershwin in
Spain is set to be swarming with rock legends this weekend – here’s what you need to know
Iron Maiden take to the stage at Resurrection Fest on Thursday night (Credit: Resurrection Fest)
Inside Marbella: The Costa del Sol playground where A-listers, billionaires and even Putin have crossed paths
THERE’S never a dull moment in Marbella for a journalist. From tracking down President Putin’s hilltop mansion to shooting the breeze with ‘Wagatha Christie’ Coleen
EXPLAINER: This is how Pamplona’s world-famous running of the bulls unfolds each year during the Sanfermines
EACH morning of the week between 7 and 14 July a rocket will be fired at eight o’clock precisely in the Navarre town of Pamplona.
Rock legend Lenny Kravitz blasts through three decades of musical hits at spectacular Marbella concert
ROCK legend Lenny Kravitz wowed his adoring fans on the Costa del Sol on Monday night with a spectacular hit-filled concert in Marbella. The American
THIS WEEK IN SPANISH HISTORY: Di Stefano’s birth, Hemingway’s death and the sweet taste of World Cup glory
WELCOME to the latest edition of ‘This Week in Spanish History’ , written by Michael Coy. 1 JULY, 1917 – ÁLVARO DOMECQ IS BORN Alvaro
The quiet corner of Andalucia where the last of Spain’s nomad shepherds still roam
IF you’ve ever lived or taken a holiday in the province of Granada, you’ll know the enchanting sound of the sheep’s bells. There are still
EXPLAINER: What is behind Spain’s big San Juan celebrations as traditional beach bonfires are banned in some areas
SPAIN’S San Juan festival has its roots in a pagan celebration that takes place every year to mark the start of summer. Fire and water,
A Roman wreck and a British steamship among discoveries from fascinating study of Spain’s Cadiz coastline – which may also have solved a nautical mystery
Aereal shot of British steamship Gladiator (Credit: IAPH)
THIS WEEK IN SPANISH HISTORY: Antoni Gaudi is born, Cordoba is captured – and the curious reason why Spaniards call Brits ‘guiris’
Welcome to the second edition of our latest series, ‘This Week in Spanish History, written by Michael Coy 25 JUNE, 1852 – ANTONI GAUDI BORN
Last laugh? Spain’s newspaper cartoons face an uncertain future in the digital age
WE are all reading (sadly for us!) fewer and fewer newspapers as the months go by. Television was the first real blow to hit paper
Costa Blanca expat hotspot to be transformed into medieval Spain as incredible historical festival returns this weekend to – all you need to know
PERCHED on the Costa Blanca between Alicante and Valencia, the former fishing village of Teulada Moraira is known to most for its charming coves and