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Alternative Spain horoscopes for Scorpio Full Moon

Resident astrologer, Kim La Rue, explains Sun and Rising Sign Spain Horoscopes using Whole Sign Houses THE potent Scorpio Full …
IN PICS: Rustic Festival in Lanjarón - second edition, 9-11 May, 2025

IN PICS: Rustic Festival in Lanjarón – second edition, 9-11 May, 2025

THE RUSTIC FESTIVAL in Lanjarón took place over the weekend of 9 to 11 March. Now in its second year, …
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Granada’s rough diamond gets a polish… but is Órgiva being gentrified?

Jason Heppenstall – original founder of The Olive Press, back in 2006 – revisits Órgiva and reports on its major …
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IN PICS: Cruces de Mayo in La Alpujarra 2-4 May

SPRING always sees colourful religious spectacles in Spain. After ‘Cristo’ and the week of Semana Santa, (April), there’s more! The …
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Spain’s blackout of electricity and communications – what can we learn from it?

MY INTRODUCTION to the major blackout affecting Spain, Portugal, and parts of France was a low-key one. It was the …
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IN PICS: the abstract nature photography – focusing on flora – of Letyza Luna, from Granada

Letyza Luna, photographer and fine artist from Granada, produces a range of fresh and vibrant abstract nature photography works, edited …
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Selling your cortijo in Órgiva or La Alpujarra? How to avoid scaring buyers with simple steps…

Mathew Wood from Hola Properties – headquartered in Lanjarón – gives his top tips on preparing your rural ‘cortijo’ for …
IN PICS: Órgiva in La Alpujarra hosts the 28th 'Hecho en la Alpujarra' artisan fair to celebrate local craft, food, and culture

IN PICS: Órgiva in La Alpujarra hosts the 28th ‘Hecho en la Alpujarra’ artisan fair to celebrate local craft, food, and culture

ÓRGIVA is hosting one of its main spring events, coinciding with Semana Santa (Holy Week). The market town, ‘Capital of …
Full Moon in Libra – April 13, 2025: the Healing Power of Harmony, horoscopes Spain

Full Moon in Libra – April 13, 2025: the Healing Power of Harmony, horoscopes Spain

The latest on the Zodiac forecast from our resident astrologer, Kim La Rue… check out your horoscopes Spain! THIS Full …
Property market report Granada and Costa Tropical - April 2025

Property market report Granada and Costa Tropical – April 2025

Mathew Wood of Hola Properties – headquartered in Lanjarón – gives the latest lowdown on market trends. These include tourist …
REVIEW: The historic Cristo in Órgiva exploded into action with constant fireworks, some rain, and a few sore heads!

REVIEW: The historic Cristo in Órgiva exploded into action with constant fireworks, some rain, and a few sore heads!

THE ‘Festividad del Santísimo Cristo de la Expiración’ (Cristo for short) in Órgiva – occuring 10 days before Semana Santa …
Are the dreaded okupas in Spain facing the end of the line?

Are the dreaded okupas in Spain facing the end of the line?

Mathew Wood from Hola Properites – headquartered in Lanjarón – explains how new laws make life easier for property owners …
What you need to know about Capital Gains Tax in Spain when selling property in Andalucia during 2025

What you need to know about Capital Gains Tax in Spain when selling property in Andalucia during 2025

Mathew Wood of Hola Properties, headquartered in Lanjarón – explains the latest on Capital Gains Tax in Spain. SELLING a …
The Solar Eclipse in Aries (9°) – a cosmic rite of passage - horoscopes Spain

The Solar Eclipse in Aries (9°) – a cosmic rite of passage – horoscopes Spain

Our resident astrologer, Kim la Rue, divulges what the lastest cosmic alignment means for our lives… keep abreast of horoscopes …
OPINION: The EU survival kit advice on stockpiling 72 hours worth of supplies would probably cause a shortage of loo roll (if taken seriously)

OPINION: The EU survival kit advice on stockpiling 72 hours worth of supplies would probably cause a shortage of loo roll (if taken seriously)

WE’VE BEEN here before, haven’t we? Before the advce about the EU survival kit! Anyone who remembers the beginning of …
Soportújar: the village that created a ‘witchy theme park’ is now the most Googled destination in La Alpujarra of Spain’s Granada

Soportújar: the village that created a ‘witchy theme park’ is now the most Googled destination in La Alpujarra of Spain’s Granada

THE white village of Soportújar, in Granada region, has made itself famous for becoming the Alpujarra’s favourite ‘theme park’ based …
Drivers are facing misery during 2025 - with more motoring laws in Spain, "express multas", and a lowering of drink drive limits that overly target women

Drivers are facing misery during 2025 – with more motoring laws in Spain, “express multas”, and a lowering of drink drive limits that overly target women

RECENTLY, Spain has become more complex and expensive for motorists. This year, various initiatives will make our life more difficult …
Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Virgo on March 14 – a practical reset for La Alpujarras’ wild souls - horoscopes Spain

Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Virgo on March 14 – a practical reset for La Alpujarras’ wild souls – horoscopes Spain

Our resident astrologer, Kim la Rue, tells us all about the Pisces New Moon…. and keeps you informed about horoscopes …

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