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25 September 2025

How to get to Malaga city centre from the airport

The airport transfer is always the worst part of any trip. Luckily, there is no shortage of options to get you from the Costa del Sol’s international airport to Malaga city centre. Trains to Malaga from the airport The Renfe Cercanías is the cheapest and quickest way to travel between the airport and the city (from € 1.80 one way, 12 minutes). This […]

15 September 2025

Mesón Ibérico

If you’re hunting for proper tapas in Malaga that’ll make your taste buds do a little flamenco, Mesón Ibérico should be top of your list. This charming spot has been dishing out authentic Andalusian flavours for over twenty years, which means they’ve had plenty of time to perfect their craft. Located in the trendy Soho district, it’s a proper mesón […]

29 September 2024

How to get a NIE in Malaga

Resident or not, to get practically anything done in Spain, you need an identification number. If you’re not Spanish and you’re planning to stay in Spain long term or do business in the country, you should look to get yourself a Número de Identidad de Extranjeros (known most commonly as an NIE). What is a NIE? What does it look like? A […]

17 September 2025

Cafetería Framil

Cafetería Framil stands as one of the few remaining traditional cafés in Malaga’s historic centre, serving locals and visitors since 1987. Located on Calle Cisneros, this family-run establishment was founded by Miguel Criado and his wife Eulalia Claros, who named it after their three children: Francisco, Miguel and Lourdes. The cafe has built a devoted following over nearly four decades, […]

16 September 2025

Puente Nuevo in Ronda, iconic stone bridge over the El Tajo gorge in Andalusia, Spain

Ronda: Andalucía’s most spectacular clifftop white village

Ronda stands as one of Andalucía’s most spectacular mountain towns, perched dramatically on a rocky plateau just 90 minutes from Malaga. This white-washed pueblo blanco (white village) splits into two distinct quarters, divided by the breathtaking Tajo de Ronda gorge that plunges 100 metres into the valley below. The town’s crowning glory is the iconic Puente Nuevo bridge, completed in 1793 after 34 years […]

29 August 2025

Exterior of Er Pichi de Cai restaurant in Malaga, with a busy outdoor terrace full of diners

Er Pichi de Cái

This charming Cadiz-style restaurant chain has taken Malaga by storm, expanding from one humble taberna (traditional Spanish tavern) in Huelin to seven locations across the city in just three years. The original Er Pichi de Cái opened in the coastal Huelin neighbourhood, where locals first fell in love with its authentic Andalusian atmosphere and exceptional seafood dishes. Since then, the enthusiastic […]

15 September 2025

Contemporary art exhibition at the Jorge Rando Museum in Málaga

Museum Jorge Rando

Tucked away in the historic El Molinillo district, the Museum Jorge Rando comes as a delightful surprise for visitors exploring Malaga’s cultural treasures. This remarkable institution holds the distinction of being Spain’s first and only expressionist museum, dedicated to the work of Jorge Rando, a Malaga-born artist who has become one of neo-expressionism’s most celebrated international figures. Rando, born in […]

29 June 2025

Nudist beach in Malaga province with turquoise water and rocky cliffs

Nudist beaches in Malaga province

The Costa del Sol isn’t just about chiringuitos and sangria – it’s also home to some of Spain’s most liberating naturist beaches where you can embrace your birthday suit in spectacular Andalusian surroundings. According to the Spanish Naturist Federation, there are seven official nudist beaches in Malaga province, though plenty of unofficial spots exist for those seeking textile-free tranquillity. Whether […]

11 October 2025

Puerto Banús Marbella marina with La Concha mountain

Marbella: from the exclusive Puerto Banús to the charming old town

Marbella ranks as one of the most celebrated towns along the entire Costa del Sol coastline. Situated approximately one hour’s drive from Malaga, this glamorous resort has cultivated a longstanding reputation for exclusivity and sophistication. World-renowned nightlife, distinguished international visitors and millionaire residents all point towards one defining characteristic: luxury. Why Marbella attracts the rich and famous The town functions […]

28 June 2025

What’s the weather like in Malaga?

It should come as no surprise that one of the main reasons people flock to Malaga and the south of Spain is the absolutely glorious weather. The Costa del Sol (literally ‘Coast of the Sun’) has attracted mass tourism ever since the 1950s precisely because, as its name rather obviously suggests, it basks in sunshine practically all year round. While […]