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5 Secondhand Stores to Shop Vintage in Málaga

Málaga is a popular destination for holidays in Spain. The city’s historic buildings, large beaches, and great representation of Andalusian culture attract tourists all around the year. Shopping streets, malls, and even an outlet on Málaga’s outskirts invite shopaholics to browse. But to entertain a more sustainable way to shop, visit one of the many […]

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Hundreds of Thousands Legalized Immigrants: Spain’s New Immigration Policy

The Spanish government under Pedro Sánchez plans to legalize the residency status of hundreds of thousands of immigrants who are already in the country. A huge conrast to the European trend where policies tend more towards reduction of immigration and deportations. Immigrating to Spain With its decision to grant legal residency to hundreds of thousands

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Málaga Wine: A 2,000-Year-Old Tradition

Málaga is a city full of sunshine all around the year. Historical buildings characterize the city and its unique charm. In the alleys of the maze-like Centro Histórico lie hundreds of opportunities to explore Andalusian tradition. One of these traditional experiences is the visit to a local wine bar. There, it is mandatory to try

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A Rainforest in Málaga: A Visit to the Botanical Garden

It is a hot sunny Sunday as I leave Málaga’s city center. To escape the accumulated heat in the Centro Histórico, I long to be in nature. Fortunately, a green escape awaits only a bus ride away. In the north of Málaga lies the Historical Botanical Garden (Jardín Botánico-Histórico La Concepción). The journey to the

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After Deadly Train Accident: Route Between Málaga and Madrid Opened Again

For months, the train route between Málaga and Spain’s capital, Madird, was impassable. Hundreds of thousands of passengers were affected by the closure and had to face delays, late arrivals and transfers to buses. Now finally, since the 30th of April, trains are running again from Málaga straight to Madrid, as confirmed by the state-owned

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Do Not Eat! What Really Happens to Málaga’s Street Oranges

As you go on a walk around Málaga, you may have noticed small trees with orange fruits embellishing the streets of Centro Histórico. You can find them nearly everywhere. From the gardens of Alcazaba to Paseo del Parque and throughout the whole city center. These orange trees, whose fruits taste anything beside sweet, are typical

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7 Gluten-Free Food-Spots in Málaga You Can Actually Trust

Wheat, rye, barley, spelt. These grains all include gluten. In fact, a variety of food such as bread, pastries, pasta or pizza are made with wheat flour and therefor contain the protein. Yet, more than 500,000 people in Spain are not able to enjoy these foods easily, as they suffer from celiac disease. Celiac is

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Spain Against Food Waste: These Regulations Are Now Mandatory

The Spanish government just introduced a new law to reduce food waste. Only a year ago, the law was published and has now come into force. It applies to the entire supply chain, from the producers to the supermarkets. Food waste in Spain European countries produce a great amount of food waste. In Spain alone,

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Bullfighting in Málaga: A Deadly Tradition – A Comment

Semana Santa in Málaga. Around 9000 people fit in the almost 150-years-old bullfighting arena in Malagueta. The stadium is loud, visitors cheer on the bullfighters. Dressed in elaborate costumes and a red cloth in their hands, they bask in the limelight. Over hundreds of years, bullfighting was a courageous tradition. However, in reality, this deathly

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