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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 […]

9 October 2025

Getting the bus in Malaga city

Getting around Malaga by bus is easy. Empresa Malagueña de Transportes (EMT) boasts an extensive bus network that is very reliable and safe to use. Most areas in the city are reachable by a single bus from the Alameda, the main boulevard at the bottom of Calle Larios. Paying for the bus in Malaga If you’re in Malaga for a short […]

17 September 2025

Kinoa

Located away from Malaga’s historic centre, in the modern Teatinos neighbourhood, Kinoa has quietly revolutionised the city’s plant-based dining scene since opening in 2020. This isn’t your typical rabbit-food affair – founders Flor and Nico have crafted a menu that’ll convert even the most committed carnivores. The restaurant champions comida de verdad (real food), serving everything from crispy Argentine empanadas to […]

6 October 2025

Mesón Mariano

Tucked away on Calle Granados in central Malaga, Mesón Mariano has been serving authentic Andalusian cuisine since 1988 and shows no signs of slowing down. This family-run restaurant is one of those increasingly rare places that hasn’t been swept away by chains or fleeting food trends, and it’s earned recognition from the Academia de Gastronomía de Málaga for keeping things […]

8 February 2024

Accessing free public healthcare in Andalucía

The public health system in Spain often ranks among the world’s best. Known for its universality, it provides free-at-the-point-of-use healthcare (for most services) to all residents, regardless of their income level or employment status. Funded through taxes and social security contributions, the system offers comprehensive coverage, including primary care, specialist services, hospital care and prescription drugs. Health centres and hospitals […]

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

Beluga

Tucked away in the enchanting Plaza de las Flores beside Calle Larios, this isn’t your typical Malaga seafood spot. Beluga offers something rather special: Mediterranean cuisine with genuine personality. Chef Diego René earned recognition as Best Chef 2023 from the Málaga Gastronomy Academy, and after dining here, you’ll understand why. At Beluga, he brings his culinary heritage from Alicante and southern […]

6 October 2025

La Farola de Orellana

La Farola de Orellana is one of those traditional tapas bars in Malaga where time seems to stand still. This beloved establishment has been serving locals and visitors to Malaga city centre for decades, and recently it has expanded significantly by taking over the premises formerly occupied by KGB after it closed. The bar has been in business since 1938, […]

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 […]

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 […]