This topic may come as something of a surprise if you think of Marbella as primarily a resort where life revolves around beach activities and the attractions of nightlife in Puerto Banús, Nueva Andalucía and Marbella town. However, once the summer season is over and autumn arrives, Marbella is transformed into a destination where other …
It’s that time of year again. The days are still sunny but temperatures have dropped to a little above 20, and chestnut vendors have returned to Marbella’s streets, adding to the wonderful atmosphere of autumn on the Costa del Sol. As you stop for a paper cone of the freshly roasted chestnuts it’s worth a …
Discover fine dining and magnificent views in the Málaga hills Málaga has become a first class city destination not just on a regional and national scale. In fact, this vibrant, beautiful historic city is now recognised as one of the best cultural, fine dining and nightlife hotspots in Europe! Arriving by aeroplane, cruise ship or …
Marbella and Andalucía have a rich history of different cultures that have intermingled and left their mark in the food, language and architecture of the region. In terms of culture, most influential of all were probably the Romans, whose language is the progenitor of modern day Spanish. Reminders of their long presence in Hispania, as …
The waters of the Costa del Sol offer countless spots in which to enjoy water sports of all kinds, including remarkable scuba diving and snorkelling adventures. Whether you are a proficient diver looking to explore the depths of the Mediterranean, or a complete beginner interested in learning how to blow some bubbles just below the …
Andalucía has long had a reputation for the artistic temperament of its people. This manifests itself in many ways, from the beauty of its music and dance, with flamenco to the fore, to its spectacular religious pieces found in churches, convents and monasteries scattered throughout the region. This beautiful part of Spain has also proven …
When the Residencia Estates team paid a visit to the Río Frio sturgeon farm we were very much taken with the ecological benefits of rearing these fish for caviar production rather than taking them from the wild. Sturgeon is now an endangered species due to loss of habitat and over-exploitation of stocks, so any such …
Spain has many fiestas and festivals that reflect the traditions and love of a good time of the Spanish people themselves. But some seem to embody the Andalusian enthusiasm for getting together with friends and family more than others—and the upcoming festival of San Juan is a fine example of this. In Marbella, in common …
For any lover of all things equine the unmissable event of the year is fast approaching—the Jerez Horse Fair (Feria del Caballo). The Andalusian love of a good party and devotion to horses come together in colourful fashion as the most important feria of Jerez takes centre stage and the town’s Parque González Hontoria is transformed …
