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The Costa del Sol is changing. Although these changes are due to mainly negative factors, I personally think that the area will ultimately benefit.
First of all, let me point out that there is still demand for property in Marbella, and for property in the Costa del Sol generally. The area is still hugely popular as a holiday destination, with passenger numbers through Malaga airport continuing to rise. But the place ´feels´ different.
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What is it about British people when they travel to Spain? As soon as they step foot in a foreign country, you can spot them a mile away…and for all the wrong reasons.
First of all, I am British, but I live in a very cosmopolitan place, in a property on the Costa del Sol, surrounded by people of all ages and from all walks of life. The local international college teaches a broad international expatriate base of 22 different nationalities. Secondly, I like my football, I enjoy a beer….but I feel like I have nothing in common with these people.
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Granada is a very special city. Nestled beneath the stunning backdrop of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, Granada is a mix of many cultures, ages and people – a real melting pot of activity, but a fascinating place to visit.
Granada is located just 60 minutes drive north of Malaga, and is well-served by the international airport of Malaga and its very own Granada airport which lies just 15 minutes to the west of the city.
Perhaps best-known for its historic monuments, the most famous of which is the Alhambra Palace, Granada is Spain´s 3rd most popular university city, with students accounting for 25% of Granada´s population. This gives the city a real energy and a nightlife that will enthrall those party-lovers amongst you. Continue reading »
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A couple of years ago, I was invited by Polaris World to watch Real Madrid take on Norwegian champions Rosenborg in a Champions League tie at the Estadio Bernabeu. Here´s how it went….
As I live in the Costa del Sol, I firstly caught a morning flight from Malaga to Barajas Airport in Madrid. My guest on the trip was particularly looking forward to a spot of retail therapy, so we spent the afternoon sampling the delights of Madrid´s designer stores, before having a late siesta at our hotel, the grand Intercontinental.
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“I want to be near the sea but also close to the mountains…
I want to live in the country but have all the convenience and facilities of a big city…
I want to have my privacy but I don’t want to feel isolated…
I want no extremes of temperature: I don’t want it too hot or too cold…
I want a beautiful garden but it has to be low-maintenance…
I want to be close to the airport but away from any noise…
The house has to be immaculate but I don’t want to spend any time cleaning it…
I want to mix with Spanish people but I want to live in an Expat community…
I’d like a traditional house but with a modern feel to it…
…I want a location where I can live a Millionaire’s lifestyle on a shoestring budget”
