by Justin | Mar 14, 2025 | Places to See
Are you a fan of adventure and unique nature experiences?
If you are, we have a great suggestion for your next day trip: Visit Spain’s largest hedge maze, Laberintus Park. Located in Humilladero, it’s just 22km north of Antequera and approximately one hour’s drive from Benalmádena.
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by Justin | Feb 21, 2025 | Holiday Tips, Tourist Guides
Rules for travelling to most European countries have changed.
From 2025 (Probably the second half of the year), From the end of 2026 (The start date has been delayed again until the new EES has been properly introduced), travellers from more than 60 visa-exempt countries (see image below to see if your country is included) will need to have a special travel authorisation, a valid ETIAS, (European Travel Information & Authorisation System) to enter 30 European countries for a short stay.
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by Justin | Feb 18, 2025 | Holiday Tips, Winter in Spain

The Costa del Sol continues to be one of the most popular winter destinations for tourists from the UK, Ireland and northern Europe. Eager to escape the cold and dreary winters of their home countries, these visitors make the most of the great prices and short flight times to visit our beautiful Coast and bask in some winter sun!
But the sun isn’t the only thing bringing these visitors to our coast in the winter: Below we’ve put together our list of 10 reasons to visit the Costa del Sol in the Winter. (more…)
by Justin | Jan 31, 2025 | On the Costa del Sol, Things To Do, What's On
Under the slogan ‘Rumbo al Puerto 2025’ (Heading to the Port 2025) the Town Hall’s Department of Commerce and the Port Authorities have prepared a very complete Activities Calendar in the Marina for this month of February.
The fun begins this weekend with the performance of ‘Rock Cirk’ on Saturday and Sunday (you can check the schedule in the poster below). The show starring the Rolabola company, winner of the National Circus Award in 2017, will combine circus performances with rock music: fun for the whole family!
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by Justin | Dec 13, 2024 | Holiday Tips, Places to See, Winter in Spain
With just over a week to go until Christmas, Málaga city centre is bustling with festive fun and excitement!
A walk through the streets of the city’s historic centre at Christmas time is an experience we would recommend to all who visit the Costa del Sol at this time of year. The stunning Christmas lights, mouth-watering gastronomy and magical ambience make for a truly wonderful visit to the Coast’s capital.
There’s lots going on in Malaga over Christmas; however, the four suggestions listed below are absolute musts: (more…)
by Justin | Sep 3, 2024 | On the Costa del Sol, Things To Do, What's On
On the 6th and 7th September – the picturesque white village of Guaro celebrates the 26th edition of its famous ‘Luna Mora’ Festival.
As has been the case since before the pandemic, festivities have been reduced to two days (It’s used to be four). However, they’ve still managed to put together an impressive programme of events with activities and entertainment for all the family.
Throughout the weekend, the village becomes a meeting point for traditional Andalusí music and culture. The streets come alive in the evenings with the stunning illumination of 20,000 candles strategically positioned to create a unique and magical ambience. Visitors will also be able to enjoy the traditional Arab artisan market, workshops (Henna and belly dancing), street performers, storytelling and mouth-watering gastronomy.
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