Almachar Moscatel Market Marks Tenth Edition on Sunday
The tenth Moscatel Market fills Almachar on Sunday 8 November with raisin growers, ajoblanco, verdiales music and a wine tasting celebrating the moscatel grape at the heart of the Axarquia's protected farming heritage.
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Antequera Beaten by Real Murcia as Diao Strikes at El Mauli
A header from Usseyn Diao in first-half stoppage time gave Real Murcia a 0-1 win at El Mauli on matchday ten of the Primera Federacion, extending the visitors' reputation as the division's strongest away side.
Torrox Takes the Best Climate in Europe to London
Torrox brings its Feel Paradise campaign to London's World Travel Market, projecting its best climate in Europe message onto Oxford Street screens as it courts British visitors and residents for all twelve months of the year.
Golden Visa Spain 2026: Status and the Alternatives Now
Golden Visa Spain closed on 3 April 2025. What existing holders keep, and the 2026 alternatives: the non-lucrative visa at 28,800 euros a year and the digital nomad visa.
San Pedro and Puerto Banus on alert over Halloween raid calls
Calls for violent raids on Halloween, spread on social media, put luxury shops in San Pedro Alcantara and Puerto Banus on alert, with private security reinforced, showrooms emptied and police protocols activated across Malaga province.
Empadronamiento Spain: How to Register on the Costa del Sol
Empadronamiento on the Costa del Sol: the documents you need, how to book appointments in Marbella, Fuengirola, Mijas and Estepona, and the two-year renewal rule.
Casares cancels Halloween events as Spain mourns train crash
Casares and neighbouring Estepona cancelled their Halloween programmes for national mourning after the Urda train disaster, while Manilva and Marbella moved theirs to Sunday.
Non-Resident Tax Spain: Modelo 210 Deadlines for 2027
Non-resident tax in Spain explained: how Modelo 210 works for Costa del Sol property owners, who pays 19 or 24 percent, and what Orden HAC/623/2026 changed about the deadlines for 2026 and 2027.
Cueva de Nerja joins Science Week with three free events
The Cueva de Nerja has organised three free activities for Science Week 2026, opening the cave's scientific, climatic and archaeological side to visitors.
Benalmadena hosts Queen Sonja of Norway at Norwegian school
Queen Sonja of Norway visits the Norwegian School Costa del Sol in Benalmadena, her first official trip abroad since the death of King Harald V.
Benahavis declared disaster zone after September wildfire
Spain's Council of Ministers has declared Benahavis a zone gravely affected by a civil protection emergency nine weeks after the September wildfire, unlocking state aid and tax relief for the mountain village.
Torremolinos Halloween: Fiesta del Terror moves to November 1
Torremolinos reschedules its free Fiesta del Terror to Sunday 1 November after the national mourning, with a tunnel of terror, workshops and concerts.
Malaga Airport Guide: Terminals, Transfers and Parking Tips
Malaga Airport guide: how terminals T2 and T3 work, the C-1 train to the city centre, bus, taxi and parking options, lounge access, and the 100 ml liquid rule that still applies in 2026.
Urda train crash: at least 68 dead after AVE hits Iryo
Urda train crash in Toledo: at least 68 dead and dozens injured after an AVE struck an Iryo train. High-speed services between Madrid and Andalucia suspended.
Polo in Sotogrande: Autumn Season Runs to November 9
Sotogrande's polo season no longer ends with summer: the Autumn Iberian Polo Tour at Ayala Polo Club runs to finals on 9 November, extending the coast's premium calendar deep into late autumn.
Malaga pets almost double the number of children, new figures show
The province of Malaga has 575,634 registered pets, around 447,000 dogs and 124,000 cats, almost twice the number of children.
San Pedro recycling centre moves closer to opening day
San Pedro Alcantara's 3,400 square metre recycling centre, budgeted at 1.2 million euros, is moving toward completion, with the provisional Calle Malta site serving the district meanwhile.
Mijas Cheese and Wine Festival returns for its eighth year
Mijas Cheese and Wine Festival 2026 runs 23-25 October in Plaza Virgen de la Peña, with 20 local producers, live music and a shuttle bus from La Cantera.
Manilva urban planning forum opens eleventh edition today
The eleventh Urbanism, Territory and Environment conference open today at Villa Matilde in Manilva, putting growth, land use and the second school campaign on the table.
Ronda highway oil tanker crash, driver trapped on A367 road
Ronda highway oil tanker crash leads to complete closure of the A-367 after a heavy commercial vehicle overturned at kilometer 31, trapping the driver inside.
Antequera CF host Aguilas FC in Copa del Rey tonight
Antequera CF face Aguilas FC at El Mauli in the Copa del Rey first round on Thursday evening, a straight knockout between two sides from the same tier.
Vélez-Málaga sidewalk upgrade: 719,000 euros, 5 areas
Vélez-Málaga sidewalk upgrade plan allocates 719,137 euros across five urban districts to improve accessibility, replace damaged pavements, and boost local jobs.
Torrox forest fire near Calaceite brought under control
A night fire in the hills above Calaceite near the El Penoncillo urbanisation in Torrox was brought under control by 07:30 with no victims, evacuations or damage.
Benalmádena housing plot: sale finalized for 230 VPO homes
Benalmádena housing plot sale at Rocas Blancas has been completed, paving the way for up to 230 new officially protected homes in the municipality.
Nerja wildfire extinguished after seven-hour battle
A wildfire in almost inaccessible forest country outside Nerja was extinguished at 20:15 on Wednesday after more than seven hours, the second blaze in the Axarquia in two days.
Torremolinos beach access: €1.6m upgrade tender launched
Torremolinos beach access will see a 1.6 million euro investment with accessible facilities, ostomy toilets, and amphibious bathing gear across 10 locations.
Costa del Sol train guide: Malaga to Fuengirola by C-1
Every stop on the C-1 line from Malaga to Fuengirola, including the airport station, with fares, frequency and what the coastal train really means for buyers.
Mijas tourism strategy: town cluster sets vision for 2027
Mijas tourism strategy targets year-round visitors as the Mijas Lab cluster reviews strong summer figures and prepares for the Ladies European Tour golf event.
Holiday rental crackdown: Spain orders removal of 8,318 listings
Spain's Consumer Affairs Ministry has ordered two platforms to remove 8,318 listings advertised as seasonal but bookable for under 31 days, under Royal Decree-Law 29/2026.
Fuengirola Christmas lights: 2.77 million LEDs set for winter
Fuengirola Christmas lights will feature over 2.77 million LED points this winter, illuminating town streets and plazas from November 27 through January 6.
Malaga industrial estates: businesses demand road upgrades
Malaga industrial estates call on local authorities for urgent road infrastructure upgrades and firm timetables as Costco opening threatens gridlock.
Estepona Oktoberfest 2026, four festival days at seafront
Estepona Oktoberfest 2026 opens along the coastal promenade at Mirador del Carmen, featuring four days of Bavarian food, live music, and family fun.
Malaga housing deficit: Savills warns 30,000 homes short
Malaga housing deficit worsens as Savills report warns 30,000 planned homes fall short of demand, with only 3,000 units expected within five years.
Marbella police recruitment, 26 new officer posts approved
Marbella police recruitment takes a major step forward as the local council approves 26 new officer positions to reinforce municipal safety and public services.
Málaga public transport hits 50 million rides in 2026
Málaga public transport recorded nearly 50 million journeys across city buses and the metro during the first eight months of 2026, leading Spanish transit growth.
DUCO Summit in Marbella: luxury travel leaders meet
DUCO Summit in Marbella gathers top international travel advisors and elite hospitality brands across Spain and Portugal for a major five-day tourism gathering.
Málaga port demolition: old barracks cleared for tax office
Málaga port demolition of the former Guardia Civil barracks in Muelle Heredia opens the way for a new regional tax agency headquarters and office district.
Royals in Marbella: From King Fahd to Princess Diana
Royals in Marbella: King Fahd's Golden Mile palace and Princess Diana's 1994 Costa del Sol getaway, and what decades of royal guests mean for the property market.
José Sacristán in Málaga: Fernán-Gómez tribute opens
José Sacristán in Málaga brings 'El Hijo de la Cómica' to the Teatro del Soho, honoring master Fernando Fernán-Gómez in a four-night theatrical engagement.
Puerto Banús History: The Gala That Launched the Jet Set
Puerto Banús history: how José Banús opened a pleasure port in 1970, why Princess Grace and Julio Iglesias were at the gala, and how the jet set years shaped the Marbella we know.
Estepona Orchid Orchestra: Plants Compose Live Music
Estepona Orchid Orchestra: sensors turn the living orchids of the Botanical Orchidarium into composers of live music, premiering Sunday 25 October at the Orchid and Collector Plant Fair.
Marbella History: The Marquis, the Prince and the Club
Marbella history begins with a marquis and a prince: how Ricardo Soriano discovered a fishing town and Prince Alfonso von Hohenlohe turned a pine-shaded finca into the Marbella Club in 1954.
Richest Town on the Costa del Sol Is Not Marbella
New INE data shows Alhaurín de la Torre has overtaken Benahavís as Málaga province's highest-income municipality, with Rincón de la Victoria leading per-person earnings and Marbella trailing the commuter belt.
Marbella Traffic Lights: 300 Retimed, Longer Waits
Marbella Traffic Lights: more than 300 signals at 32 junctions are being retimed under new national rules, with longer waits warned until the work ends in late November.
Marbella Golden Mile Beach Club: Restaurant and Pool Plan
Mountbird, developer of UNO Beach Residences, plans a 4.38 million euro beach club with restaurant and pool on Marbella's Golden Mile, under a 50-year municipal concession beside the Torre del Ancón.
St. Regis Marbella: €500M Las Dunas Resort Confirmed
Marriott International has confirmed Marbella's first St. Regis, the brand's second on the coast after Casares: a 169-key resort and 151 branded residences at Las Dunas, Marbella East, backed by more than €500M and due to open in 2031.
Málaga Airport September: 2.8 Million Passengers
Málaga-Costa del Sol airport handled 2,805,764 passengers in September, up 6.8 percent, with international traffic rising 8.7 percent and Polish passenger numbers up 31.1 percent.
Marbella Eases Planning Rules to Unlock New Investment
Marbella has rewritten fifteen urban planning rules to unlock investment, allowing taller restoration projects in the historic centres and faster approvals for business and hotel projects.
Estepona VPO: 199 Protected Homes Take a Step Forward
Estepona's contracting committee has proposed awarding two municipal plots at Camino de Cortés Norte for 199 protected VPO homes, moving the town's affordable housing pipeline from the bidding stage to the award phase.
Marbella Local Democracy Week Opens Across Five Districts
Marbella Local Democracy Week runs until 28 October with neighbour meetings in all five districts, school activities and guided visits behind the scenes of the city administration.
ImaginaMálaga Comic Salon Takes Over La Caja Blanca
ImaginaMálaga, the city's salon of comics, illustration and fantasy, closes its three-day run at La Caja Blanca this Sunday, with free entry, illustrator stands, cosplay and a family programme at the heart of Málaga's cultural October.
Marea Rosa Walk Unites Mijas and Fuengirola Against Cancer
The Marea Rosa walk brought Mijas and Fuengirola together on Saturday morning for the coast's biggest breast cancer solidarity march, a non-competitive event from the Gran Parque that mixed fundraising with a firm early-detection message.
Málaga Electricity Shock Plan Pledged to Unlock 25,000 Homes
The Andalusian PP has pledged an electricity shock plan for Málaga, claiming more than 25,000 homes are blocked by grid limits, in the latest round of Spain's infrastructure blame game.
Marbella Century-Old Juniper Grove Revealed in Study
University of Málaga researchers have documented a coastal juniper grove nearly 100 years old across almost 60 hectares around the Artola dune in eastern Marbella, including specimens over nine metres tall, and are calling for its formal protection.
Málaga French Film Festival Returns to Cine Albéniz
The 32nd Festival de Cine Francés de Málaga runs from 16 to 23 October at the historic Cine Albéniz, with French films, guest appearances and parallel events completing the city's autumn cultural season.
Marbella General Plan PGOM Goes Online for Residents
Marbella city council has launched a new municipal web page giving residents full online access to the documentation of the new PGOM general plan, allowing zoning and building rules to be checked without gatekeepers.
Vélez-Málaga Mayor Resigns Over Rubbish Tax Revolt
Jesús Lupiáñez steps down as mayor of Vélez-Málaga with immediate effect amid protests over the new municipal rubbish tax, saying he cannot take more insults; the PP must now elect a successor at an extraordinary plenary.
Benalmádena Wedding Salmonella Outbreak Confirmed
Salmonella has been confirmed as the cause behind more than 40 food poisoning cases at a wedding banquet held at a Benalmádena hotel on 10 October, with all those hospitalised now discharged and the investigation into the source continuing.
IRONMAN 70.3 Málaga: 3,000 Triathletes Hit the Coast Sunday
Málaga has officially presented Sunday's IRONMAN 70.3, with more than 3,000 triathletes racing a fast, flat course along the Mediterranean in the final scoring event of the national ranking.
Oakmond Marbella: €260m Resort Rebirth on Incosol Site
Marbella's storied Incosol site returns as Oakmond, a €260 million luxury health resort with 140 rooms, 28 residences and a precision medicine clinic, opening in 2029.
Málaga Dana: Storms and Yellow Alerts Hit the Coast
Aemet has activated yellow warnings across inland Málaga as a dana brings storms and heavy rain until Monday, with precipitation forecast across practically the whole province and a sharp drop in temperatures.
Nerja Autumn Feria Opens as Traditional Festivities Light Up Eastern Coast
Nerja marks its patron festival this week with horse parades, bustling casetas, and live musical entertainment across the town centre.
Málaga Low Emission Zone Fines Suspended by Court
Málaga Council has suspended Low Emission Zone fines after a court found the rules discriminated between locally registered and out-of-town vehicles, with 46,562 penalties issued since December.
Hugh Grant Enjoys Autumn Respite Exploring Casares Heritage and Coastline
British screen icon Hugh Grant has been spotted soaking up the tranquil atmosphere of Casares and western coastal villages during an autumn retreat.
Málaga Housing Protest Camp Ends as Strike Call Set
Málaga and Granada's housing protest camps came down after two weeks, as the movement shifts its energy toward a general housing strike called for November 11.
Andalusia Moves to Mandate Compulsory Property Agent Register Across Costa del Sol
A landmark regulatory push will introduce a mandatory public register for real estate brokers to stamp out unregulated practices and safeguard international buyers.
Málaga Data Centre Ambitions Face New Legal Hurdles
New national data centre rules being drafted in Madrid could make projects practically impossible, regional authorities warn, putting Málaga's tech hub ambitions at risk.
Costa del Sol Fast-Tracks €30 Million Port Expansion to Fuel Coastal Sea Links
A multi-million port development programme is accelerating maritime transit upgrades and luxury eco-docking across the Malaga and Western Costa del Sol coastline.
Málaga VPO Social Housing: Vox Demands Allocation Answers
Vox demands the mayor of Málaga explain the criteria used to award around a hundred VPO rental flats in the Universidad neighbourhood, as excluded working families challenge the income thresholds.
Fuengirola Street Robbery Gang Warned as Urgent Phone Ruse Targets Seaside Promenade
Local police and community groups issue urgent cautions after thieves using a fake medical emergency pretext rob pedestrians on Fuengirola's coastal strip.
Benalmádena Gastronomy Week Showcases Traditional Malaga Muscatel and Seafood Heritage
Top regional chefs converge on Benalmádena Pueblo and the marina for an autumn culinary summit honouring indigenous mountain grapes and deep-sea catches.
Estepona Launches €4.2 Million Overhaul to Expand West Coast Boulevard Green Corridors
Estepona municipality initiates a sweeping transformation of its western ring routes, creating shaded pedestrian avenues and native flora corridors.
Harry Styles Spotted Touring Art Studios and Strolling Historic Málaga Alleys
Global pop icon Harry Styles takes a quiet creative break in Málaga, exploring contemporary galleries and enjoying local tapas under the Mediterranean sun.
AP-7 Toll Rates Drop as Autumn Tariffs Bring Highway Relief
Motorists traversing the western Costa del Sol see toll charges fall by up to forty percent as winter price schedules take hold.
Dramatic Helicopter Prison Break Plot Foiled Near Málaga
A brazen daylight scheme to rescue a high-profile cartel chief by air from a Costa del Sol penitentiary collapses after elite police strike.
Costa del Sol Mayors Unite in Urgent Push to Eliminate AP-7 Motorway Tolls
Coastal leaders led by Marbella and Estepona are mounting collective pressure on central transport authorities to lift tolls and end relentless gridlock on the A-7 corridor.
Málaga Airport Prepares for Autumn Passenger Rush as Winter Flight Schedules Open
Costa del Sol Airport is seeing steady October flight traffic as European carriers launch expanded winter timetables connecting the coast to British and Nordic hubs.
Erling Haaland Expands Private Marbella Estate as Premier League Break Arrives
Manchester City talisman Erling Haaland has carried out private upgrades to his €6 million Marbella retreat as the Costa del Sol remains his primary haven during squad breaks.
Benalmadena Film Festival FICCAB Marks 25 Years
Benalmádena's international film festival FICCAB celebrates its 25th edition with a tribute to Leo Harlem, an homage to Paul Lukas and a week of screenings to October 17.
Santiago Abascal Kicks Off Campaign in Estepona
Santiago Abascal opened the general election campaign at a rally of some 1,500 people in Estepona, with immigration, housing and a warning of a violent contest ahead.
East Marbella Advances Coastal Restoration and Luxury Eco-Revamp
From protected dune systems to heritage hotel renovations, East Marbella undergoes a sustainable makeover balancing ecology with elite hospitality.
Málaga CF Fans Track Sheikh Al-Thani Whereabouts in Fresh Court Push
New public sightings in London refuel legal efforts by regional shareholder groups seeking final financial restitution and clarity for Málaga CF.
Acosol Greenlights €175m Water Grid Modernisation for Western Coast
A major European Investment Bank package unlocks sweeping upgrades to water treatment, piping, and drought resilience across western municipalities.
Malaga Teen Art Sensation Naomi Lautier Prepares for Global Gallery Tour
Fourteen-year-old autistic painter Naomi Lautier steps onto the international stage as major galleries prepare to display her vibrant Malaga-inspired canvases.
Spain Crowned Top European Haven as British Retirees Stream to Costa del Sol
Global retirement rankings place Spain first in Europe, sparking renewed interest from British expats seeking quality living on the Costa del Sol.
Spanish Transport Unions Announce General Strike Over Escalating Housing Costs
Major national labour unions confirm industrial action set for mid-November, prompting Costa del Sol businesses to prepare for severe logistical disruptions.
Manilva Hotel Standoff Ends Safely Following Emergency Intervention
Guardia Civil officers peacefully resolved a tense hotel barricade incident in Manilva after a tourist locked himself in a room with a young child.
Autumn Weather Whiplash Brings Crisp Mornings Ahead of Coastal Heat Spike
A dramatic autumn weather swing is sweeping through the province, dropping inland mornings before coastal temperatures jump past 30 degrees.
Armed Robbery Gang Targets Luxury Watch Boutique in Lightning Daylight Heist
A professional gang held boutique workers at gunpoint in a five-minute raid near the western Costa del Sol, escaping with thirty high-end luxury timepieces.
Novak Djokovic Spotted Training on Marbella Clay Courts Ahead of Autumn Tour Clashes
Tennis legend Novak Djokovic returns to his Marbella base, drawing spectators as he steps up training drills on local clay courts.
ACE-SHIN Mobilises Animal Welfare Drives with Autumn Benefit Events in Fuengirola
Regional animal rescue charity ACE-SHIN launches volunteer and fundraising events across Fuengirola to support winter shelter operations.
Mijas Confronts Boar Incursions as Forest Droves Move into Residential Zones
A surge in wild boar family sightings across Mijas urbanisations prompts local town hall measures to curb nocturnal scavenging.
New Music and Event Discovery Platform Launches Across Costa del Sol
A dedicated digital guide is bridging the gap for expats looking to explore over 70 live music gigs and shows along the coast every week.
Police Dismantle Organised Gang Safehouse in Western Costa del Sol Raids
Specialist National Police squads dismantle a heavily fortified criminal network hideout following dramatic tactical raids.
Comic Con Europe Brings Hollywood Film Stars and Creative Giants to Málaga
Global creators, comic icons, and cinematic talent assemble at FYCMA as Málaga establishes its autumn pop-culture credentials.
San Pedro Alcántara A-7 Bypass Widening Eases Commuter Pressures West of Marbella
Key road widening and junction upgrades around San Pedro Alcántara clear chronic commuter snarls connecting Marbella and Estepona.
Málaga Transit Hits Record Surge as Passenger Journeys Approach 50 Million
Rapid urban bus and metro expansion pushes Málaga past Madrid and Seville in public transport patronage growth across 2026.
Fiesta Nacional Celebrations Across Costa del Sol Draw Thousands for Autumn Parades
Towns across the Costa del Sol marked Spain’s 12 October National Day with civic tributes, military honours, and vibrant community gatherings under brilliant autumn skies.
Miriam Gonzalez Launches Centrist Party for Spain Election
Miriam Gonzalez Durantez launches Democracy21 to contest the snap general election on November 29, aiming to recover the moderate centre ground between PSOE and PP.
Spain's Housing Crisis Moves to Centre of Election Campaign
The death of Maricarmen Abascal, whose eviction sparked Spain's housing protests, pushes the rental crisis to the centre of the November 29 election campaign.
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