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Spain - second best country in the world to visit
¨All things considered, Spain is probably the greatest holiday destination on the planet¨, says The Telegraph. At the end of last year, the Madrid-based UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) updated the global tourism data. Last year 82.6 million travellers visited Spain. The stats have never been this high. It's 8.9% more tourist than in 2016 and 0.9% […]
High ceilings - 6 ideas to get the wow effect
An apartment with high ceilings is a real treasure. Space begins to breathe, more natural light comes in. The positives can be multiplied indefinitely. Modern architecture perfectly knows the advantages of high ceilings. In the past, the rich decoration was obligatory, coffers, stuccoes or even frescoes covered the ceilings. Today we have full freedom! Especially if we […]
Andalusia - Land of the Thousand and One Nights - Ronda
White cities - Ronda Ernest Hemingway wrote that there is only one place in Spain, where one should spend a honeymoon. Ronda. The whole city, as far as the eye can see, is nothing more than a romantic live theatre. Hemingway's relationship to Spain was more than that of the casual tourist or even of […]
The Concept of Biophilic Design - Homes in Nature
A house is a place of regeneration and rest - the concept of biophilic design The meaning of the word 'biophilia' is as diversified as all the areas that benefited from it. The term was first used by the German social psychologist Erich Fromm. However, this concept is most associated with the biologist Edward Wilson […]
Casa del Acantilado - Andalusian house blended in nature
Casa del Acantilado - Andalusian house blended in nature Cave homes in Andalusia are not very rare, although some villas definitely stand out. Casa del Acantilado is one of them. What attracts its attention is the undulating roof made of tiles that resemble a dragon's skin. It turns out that this fairy-tale creature had become an […]
7 Reasons Why you Should Visit C탡diz
Earlier this year, the New York Times included C탡diz in the list of 52 places in the world to be visited in 2019. It is a charming city surrounded by wonderful beaches and it’s lying in the most southern part of Andalusia. It is often called the Spanish Havana or the joyful city. Among the […]
The Art of Slow Living
The Slow Living movement is growing in strength. Slow living is the desire to change the killing pace. In the West, people who can do this are called millionaires of time. Slow life is a new quality of life - provided, however, that it is our conscious choice. By giving up the quantity, we focus […]
5 Activities you can't miss in El Chorro
El Chorro, located just under 1.5hrs from Benahavís, is a Mecca for those who love outdoor activities, nature, water and also a little bit of thrill. El Caminito del Rey It has been 98 years since King Alfonso XIII named it El Caminito del Rey (The King’s Little Route). ¨The walkway was built to provide […]
The beauty of C탳rdoba's Mezquita
The beauty of C탳rdoba's Mezquita great mosque 850 columns made of granite, jasper and marble, 19 naves and the uniqueness of semi-darkness. All this makes an electrifying impression! Without any exaggeration, the Mezquita can be considered the most beautiful mosque ever made by the Arabs on the Iberian Peninsula. The Great Mosque of Cordoba […]
Museum of Cars and Fashion - perfect marriage
If you are into old vehicles, we have something for you - the Automobile Museum of Málaga. Located in Tabacalera, the Automobile Museum of Málaga hosts a unique collection in the world that combines high standing vehicles and haute couture, where art, fashion and design meet in the same space. It’s where you can enjoy […]
Where to go: Ronda - the oldest Spanish city
The town of Ronda, located an hour away from Benahavís, looks as if someone had suspended it over a steep cliff. To speak of Ronda is to speak of unparalleled cultural, natural and scenic resources, of wine and oil tourism, of gastronomy, of charming hotels and fiestas of all kinds. About Ronda wrote Ernest Hemingway, […]
Bottle green interiors. Elegance, mystery and luxury
Bottle green interiors. Elegance, mystery and luxury In the past, dark and elegant green dominated palaces and luxurious Victorian mansions. This somewhat mysterious colour in combination with gold, crystal chandeliers and fine fabrics created an atmosphere of unlimited splendour and symbolised a prosperous life. Today, bottle green has made a comeback. Bottle green - […]
Marbella Real Estate Sector Analysis 2021
After a fair amount of stillness in the real estate industry, we’re now enjoying the sweet moment. The current condition of Marbella’s real estate market reflects that it is one of the most in-demand areas in the country. In the last few months, we’ve seen the sector being more active than ever and expect the […]
What's On: Where to Dine in Marbella
What's On: Where to Dine in Marbella The culinary diversity of Marbella will spoil you for choices. Spaniards love their food and they are never too far from making it the main topic for discussion. Fresh local seafood is native in Marbella cuisine, but the unique Andalusian city is home to restaurants with international […]
6 Reasons to Buy Property in Spain in 2021
After several months of pandemic, the real estate sector in Spain is gradually recovering its activity, something which has been revealed by the Real Estate Activity Register Index (IRAI) of the Association of Registrars, which shows how during the third quarter of 2020 the indicators related to property, transactions and mortgages started to show some recovery […]
Female Gaze - New Exhibition at Badr El Jundi Gallery
A couple of months ago we had the pleasure of interviewing Mará Gracia de Pedro, director of the local gallery Badr El Jundi (Anantara Villa Padierna 5* Palace Resort in Benahavís) about the gallery's start, plans and artists they collaborate with. You can read more about it here. This time around they're displaying a new […]
Top takeaways from the Knight Frank's Wealth Report 2021
In the middle of a global pandemic and the related economic crisis, why should we be interested in the wealthy? Simply put, if we are to understand market and asset performance then they form a central part of the story. Find below what the most important takeaways from the Knight Frank's Wealth Report 2021 […]
The Spanish Golden Visa - History and Q&A
The Spanish Golden Visa has become the gateway to Europe for thousands of applicants pursuing the European dream. They have collectively invested over 2 billion euros since its inception in 2013. Although Spain’s visa programme was initially a flop, as it fell well below expectations, and was marred with teething issues, an ambitious overhaul in […]
Google Invests Hefty Millions in Malaga
The existence of The Technology Park had put Málaga in the focus of the IT sector on an international scale. A city that was traditionally known for its tourism is now getting attention from the tech giant, Google itself. The company is planning to invest more than 650 million dollars until 2025. Málaga is to […]
Technogym at Marbella Club Hills
Having at least one gym equipment at home is not eccentricity anymore. Whether you prefer cross-fit, pilates, running or yoga, the home gym trend seems to be staying here for a while. The latest studies and analysis show that the home gym equipment market revenue will grow by 9% during the period between 2019 […]