Open air markets are a big part of Spanish culture and in Marbella we are spoilt for choice.

During the summer months, when the weather is particularly warm, many of these colourful events are held in the evening, a time at which the Spanish take their customary stroll (paseo) after a hard day on the beach.

In keeping with the cosmopolitan nature of the town, the markets have something to offer everyone, from spices that scent the air with their pungent fragrance to delicious and colourful dried fruits; from Spanish made shoes to jewellery and clothes from every part of the world. Continue reading »

San Pedro Alcántara’s recent renaissance is going from strength to strength. The opening of a one kilometre tunnel running past the town in 2012 certainly boosted confidence in the area and work on planned new developments started in earnest. However, 2014 welcomed the inauguration of the San Pedro Boulevard – a beautiful walkway located above the tunnel with a modern, stylish feature bridge, children’s play areas, water features, skating rink, several gastro bars and leisure zones.

The boulevard has successfully united the town centre of San Pedro with its beachside area and sea-fronting restaurants. Continue reading »

Nueva Andalucía is not only one of the most exclusive residential areas in the Marbella vicinity, home to some of the finest private villas and luxury homes on the coast, but it is also a renowned golfer’s paradise, a gastronomic hotspot and one of the trendiest places to be seen out and about.

Unlike the über glitzy and flashy style of neighbouring Puerto Banús, Nueva Andalucía has a cool and hip vibe, reflected as much in its funky hangouts as in its stylish boutiques and fashionable residents.

Nina B is a small exclusive fashion boutique for the chic and modern women of today. Launched in 2007 by Swedish-born Nina Brodin, this trendy boutique offers the fashionable ladies of Marbella something in between the high-end, luxury brands of Puerto Banús marina (such as Dolce & Gabanna and Chloé) and the run-of-the-mill high street stores. The clothes are a stylish mix of bohemian, classic clean and urban chic, stocking brands such as: Hunkydory, Rabens Saloner, Denim & Supply, Custommade, Odd Molly and many more. Continue reading »

The skies are blue; the palm trees are rustling in the breeze; the sun is reflecting on the sea. It can mean only one thing: summer is on its way!

Puerto Banús is the place to be at this time of year. Whether you visit at the weekend or during the week, night or day, there’s plenty to do and see for all the family. Continue reading »

One of the reasons that Marbella is such a popular destination both for holidaymakers and second home purchasers is that there is plenty to do on every day of the week. Wherever you choose to live, you will not have to travel far to find an activity that suits you.

However, Nueva Andalucía is an especially central location and this is never more apparent than on Saturday mornings, when the popular Saturday rastro – or flea market – rolls into town. For more than three decades this colourful collection of stalls, located close to the Puerto Banús Plaza de Toros (bullring), has been attracting crowds of people from all parts of the Costa del Sol. Continue reading »