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ARTICLE #37 - 29 APRIL, 2018 MARBELLA CLUB HILLS' EQUESTRIAN LIFESTYLE Private gated equestrian and golf lifestyle communities are an interesting trend popping up in and around Marbella, especially in the Benahavís Hills area; however, for many people, equestrian may not be a term instantly recognized unless one is part of the lifestyle. For years, […]

ARTICLE #36 - 22 APRIL, 2018 3 IDEAS FOR ACTIVE LIVING IN BENAHAV탍S Whether you are relocating or just thinking of having a second home for summer holidays, Benahavís has for years been one of the top destinations amongst home buyers of various nationalities (we've put some statistics for you here). Marbella is famously known as the […]

ARTICLE #35 - 15 APRIL, 2018 BENAHAV탍S - THE GENUINE CULTURE OF SPAIN Most people who come visit Spain, only experience the surface of Spanish tradition. When on holidays for a couple of weeks, they tend to visit the coastal cities, where they can often find highly densely populated areas with a majority of foreign […]

ARTICLE #28 - 18 FEBUARY, 2018 Sierra Nevada, the Mountains of the Sun For some of you, the idea of starting a new year with no snow on your porch may seem as unthinkable as it is for others to conceive the idea of a white and snowy Costa del Sol. The Sierra Nevada, which […]

ARTICLE #27 - 4 FEBUARY, 2018 "OUTDOOR LIFE IN BENAHAV탍S" Outdoor life in Benahavís. Benahavis unparalleled beauty provides the perfect setting for some of the most exciting outdoor activities. The stunning natural surroundings and moderate climate combine to create the ideal place for those seeking to experience life to the full. If you believe that […]

ARTICLE #25 - 21 JANUARY, 2018 The Marbella Club Group and the Davis Cup 2018 Editorial credit: Maxisport / Shutterstock.com The Spanish Tennis Federation, RFET, has recently announced that the Puente Romano Sports Complex in Marbella (part of the Marbella Club Group) will host Spain’s Davis Cup. Officially sponsored by BNP Paribas World Group, the first round tie […]

ARTICLE #24 - 14 JANUARY, 2018 DINE WITH ME IN BENAHAV탍S Benahavis affectionately called the gastronomic corner of the Costa del Sol or í¢€Å“La Sarten de Andaluciaí¢€ (the frying pan of Andalucia), has the highest concentration of high-class restaurants in the region. Surrounded by stands of olive trees that lead the eyes out on the […]

ARTICLE #18 - 12 NOVEMBER, 2017 IRONMAN - from 1978 in Hawaii to 2018 in Marbella April 29th marks the iron day. After its previous presence in Lanzarote and Barcelona, it is time for the Ironman athletes to finally arrive at the doors of our beautiful Marbella. Ironman is an extreme challenge for the supremely […]

ARTICLE #16 - 23rd SEPTEMBER, 2017 ANDALUCIA VALDERRAMA MASTERS, 2017 If golf is on your mind, Marbella and Real Club Valderrama are where you want to be heading in the fall. This year, between the 19th and 22nd of October 2017, with the participation of about 150 professional of the highest calibre, the Real Club […]

ARTICLE #11 - 31 AUGUST, 2017 MARBELLA - HOME FOR  THE RICHEST   Not everyone knows Marbella from í¢€Å“back in the daysí¢€ when it was í¢€Å“justí¢€ a mining and fishing town with agriculture and 10,000 inhabitants. What now attracts celebrities to Marbella has only been around for the last fifty years or so. The perfectly […]

  A foreign fascination Flamenco, originating from the gipsies in the southern regions of Spain, captivated foreigners long before it became a national symbol. However, within Spain, the relationship between flamenco and Spanish national identity has been contentious for over a century. The art form was once considered vulgar and pornographic, but its shifting fortunes […]

  Unveiling the 16th-century church Today, we have a truly remarkable story that has left us in awe. It's a tale of a young Basque artist who took the challenge of transforming a 16th-century-old church into a modern design house. A restoration project that may be tapping into your long-life dreams and aspirations, because it […]

Two weeks ago Marbella played host to one of the most gruelling epic and athletic events in the world - Ironman 2023. The annual competition is well known for being the ultimate test of endurance, pushing athletes to their limits as they swim, cycle, and run their way through a course that spans 140.6km. In […]

  Spain is a country with a rich cultural heritage, and its festivals and traditions are as varied as they are fascinating. From tomato fights and devil-jumping to fiery beach bonfires and horse herding, the customs and celebrations of Spain are both unique and captivating. In this blog, we will explore some of the lesser-known […]

  Sometimes, the excessive aspirations of politicians, officials, architects, and investors result in a negative outcome. In numerous countries, constructions that were intended to enhance reputation and status have instead become a superfluous burden. Here, we present 12 buildings that were initially envisioned as representations of the dominance of affluence and modernity but are now […]

Easter is a time of renewal and celebration around the world, with many different cultures and traditions marking this important holiday in their own unique ways.

What is wealth? In the past, the answer might have focused on equities, property, gold, bonds and digital assets. Increasingly, though, a broader definition that embraces the natural world – forests, oceans and climate – seems more appropriate."

A house is a place of regeneration and rest – the concept of biophilic design The meaning of the word í¢€Ëœbiophilia’ is as diversified as all the areas that benefited from it. The term was first used by German social psychologist Erich Fromm, however, this concept is most associated with biologist Edward Wilson and his […]

DM - KnightFrank Marbella Market Report 2022 Main Takeaways

All golf competitions, at their core, magnify the significance of every shot in a way that a casual round simply cannot. The thrill of competition every player feels is immense. Golfers relish the first-tee jitters and five-foot putts, despite how demanding they can be.  In Andalucia, there are just a handful of golfing events that […]