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Fuengirola Official Language School: where to be at if you wish to learn Spanish

Malaga, a vibrant Costa del Sol city has seen a surge in tourists every year. Now to show their welcome to foreigners, the city plans to establish a Spanish for foreigners course. In September, Fuengirola Official Language School will present the brand new Spanish course boasting up to 800 students. This school has always been […]

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Costa del Sol retired doctor epic journey: walking to beat ovarian cancer

Steve Eckersall, a now-retired British doctor, decided to embark on a unique pilgrimage to raise awareness on ovarian cancer. Now living on the Costa del Sol, Steve is walking across the whole country of Spain to get funds for ovarian cancer research. The adrenaline-driven 65-year-old has taken on the challenge of walking the Camino de

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Costco’s expansion in Malaga: A New Era of Shopping in Malaga

Today I bring some exciting news for Malaga residents and visitors. Costco, the second-most renowned wholesale supermarket chain, is expanding to Malaga. The supermarket chain has been trying to spread its wings all over Spain and they finally chose Costa del Sol. Previously, they established stores in major cities of Spain, like Madrid, Sevilla, but

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Who is Antonio López? Unveiling the Life of a Salsa World Champion and Influencer

Let’s talk about the life of the Salsa World Champion, who has become a big influencer on the TikTok platform. Antonio López, a 33-year-old renowned Spanish salsa dancer, is now having fun sharing his life on social media. Antonio is originally from Almuñécar on the Costa Tropical. A few years ago, he studied at Malaga

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Marbella Children Rockband go big in La Voz Kids: who are they?

Minuto y Medio, a rock band composed of teenagers, is the latest sensation on La Voz Kids Spain. This talent show welcomed youngsters between the ages of eight and thirteen but who are they really? All from Marbella, these youngsters were trained at the Rock Factory in San Pedro de Alcántara. From the first performance

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Cala Mijas festival 2024: why has the festival been cancelled?

Cala Mijas Festiva, a festival that happens annually during the summer months, will break its streaks for once. The festival that was planned for this year, 2024, as well, has been cancelled. The event dates were previously announced to be August 29th–30th, and the cancellation announcement was just 4 months before. This sudden annulment left

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Torrenigma: why is the beacon of escape room excellence on the Costa del Sol

Spain, a southern country in Europe, is renowned for its entertainment offerings, among others. Currently, the country has over 1,500 escape rooms, with 150 in the Andalusia province. Although you might think this is a high number, the demand for immersive experiences keeps surging. Torrenigma, an escape room in Torre del Mar on the Costa

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Exploring rural tourism: Cómpeta Malaga among Spain’s top 10

  Spain in general is a country renowned in the rural tourism industry. Rural areas of Spain boast a rich tapestry along with the scenic landscapes of villages. These characteristics often attract travellers who wish to immerse themselves in authentic Spanish culture. EscapadaRural.com recently shared the results of their contest, “Capital del Turismo Rural 2024.

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