Imagine waking up to the warm rays of the Spanish sun, breathing in the salty breeze from the Mediterranean Sea, and sipping a cup of coffee on the terrace of your very own holiday home in Spain. For many, this is a dream come true—an opportunity to escape the ordinary and embrace a lifestyle of relaxation, culture, and adventure. In this blog, we will explore the joys and considerations of buying a holiday home in Spain, helping you navigate the …
Moving to Marbella Post-Brexit
In January 2020, the United Kingdom withdrew itself from the European Union after a highly publicised referendum, which resulted in an almost 60% of the population voting in favour of leaving. At the time, most voted believing that the European trade benefits did not outweigh the strain the country was under from mass immigration. There was very little discussion in the lead up to the referendum of how this monumental decision, may also affect British Nationals and their freedom to …
Christmas is Coming to Marbella
The Christmas festivitites are coming to Marbella, with lots of great events starting Tonight!
Here is the official Christmas Programme from the Ayuntamiento de Marbella translated in to English:
Friday 2nd December
18.30 H. Parade (Pasacalles) “Los Dragones” it’s journey will follow this itinerary: Starting from plaza Santo Cristo, c/ Ancha, c/ Peral, c/ Huerta Chica, avenida Ramón y Cajal, avenida Miguel Cano, c/ Acera de la Marina, c/ Padre José Vera, paseo marítimo, avenida Miguel Cano, avenida Ramón y Cajal …
Spain expected to „Escape Recession“ and „Leading Growth in Eurozone“
According to the International Monetary Fund (FMI), Spain will be one of a small number of countries that will escape a ‚technical recession‘ next year.
During 2023, the country will experience ’strong growth‘, with its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) expected to rise by 1.2%, according to FMI director for Europe, Alfred Kammer.
The forecast figures mean that Spain is proposed to be the fastest-growing economy in the Eurozone next year, Kammer reveals.
“Spain is one of the countries for which …
Autumn in Marbella
As the temperatures here on the Costa del Sol are finally starting to lower and the sun’s intensity is beginning to weaken, we are ready to welcome the autumn with open arms.
The summer of 2022 has been the hottest on record and we’re still seeing afternoon temperatures reach up to 28ºC even now as we head towards the end of October! This is not to say we are not enjoying the sunshine, After all, this is what makes Marbella, …
What Makes Marbella Marvellous?
With Marbella ranking as one of the top destinations to visit and live in Europe, we take a look at what makes Marbella so popular:
Weather
Number one of course, the weather here in Marbella boasts an average of 320 days sunshine and the Mediterranean ocean surrounding the area is usually calm and warm. Average temperatures range between 15-20ºC throughout the year, and in the Summer months can reach up to 40+ºC.
Beaches
With 30km of beaches in Marbella, there’s …
How to Handle a Heatwave!
With yet another heatwave striking the Costa del Sol this weekend, and one having just left the U.K. We thought we’d share with you some of our top tips for staying cool!
1. Stay Hydrated
The very most important thing to do in hot weather is to keep well hydrated. Drink plenty of water, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Avoid alcohol which will dehydrate you further. If you do choose to consume alcohol, accompany with water.
2. Avoid Peak …