Lights, camera, action in Spain’s Andalucia: what famous movies and series were filmed here?
THE DIVERSE landscape of Andalucia has long been popular with filmmakers. With its (usually reliable) sunny climate, Moorish architecture, and […]
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What to do on Valentine’s Day in La Alpujarra, if you dislike it!
THE infamous ‘Día de San Valentín’ {Valentine’s Day) rolls round annually on 14 February, delighting some people and irritating others.
Full Moon illuminating Leo ‘Snow Moon’ horoscopes for Spain
Our resident astrologer, Kim La Rue, divulges what’s in store for us Zodiac-wise approaching Valentine’s Day… On February 12, 2025,
Property market report for Granada and Costa Tropical, based on January 2025 trends
Resident real estate expert, Mathew Wood from Hola Properties – headquartered in Lanjarón – explains the regional property market, trends…
Are non-EU property buyers being banned from Spain (including Brits)?
Mathew Wood, our real estate expert from Hola Properties – headquartered in Lanjarón – explains the proposed restrictions on non-EU
Horoscopes for New Moon in Aquarius, ushering in Year of the Snake
Resident astrologer, Kim La Rue, gives her latest Zodiac forecast.. The New Moon in Aquarius on January 29, 2025, appearing
Review: Dub Valle brings world-renowed dub producer and selector, Bukkha, to Granada
ON SATURDAY 18 January, the Dub Valle HiFi crew brought a famed dub selctor/DJ to Granada, as part of their
IN PICS: San Antonio and San Sebastián – a weekend of fire fiestas in La Alpujarra, including Soportújar
OVER the fridgidly cold ‘extended’ weekend of January 16-19, the region south of Granada celebrated two revered saints – San
Spain’s proposed tax reforms for non-EU buyers and the impact on tourist rentals explained
Mathew Wood – our resident real estate expert from Hola Properties – headquartered in Lanjarón – explains the ins and
How to beat the Winter Blues in rural Granada, Spain
NOW that the trees and tinsel are swept away, and the festive spirit just a memory, it’s easy to fall
Horoscopes for Full Moon in Cancer Forecast – by rising sign – for southern Spain
By our resident astrologer, Kim la Rue… Full Moon in Cancer Forecast (By Rising Sign) Overview: The Cancer Full Moon
Why not not book a retreat in La Alpujarra as part of your New Year self-care routine?
MANY people make New Year’s resolutions such as “Dry January”, take up yoga, or buy a gym membership. Others like
How to survive Nochevieja in southern Spain: 10 top tips
WHEN the clock heads towards midnight on December 31, most people celebrate 2024 turning into 2025. In Spain, ‘Nochevieja’ is
IN PICS: Musica de las Mozuelas in Cáñar on December 28 – song and seranade
DURING the whole festive season, large Alpujarran towns have full Christmas programmes. These have Zambombas (flamenco dance evenings), Santa’s grottos,
Christmas & New Year 2025 Horoscopes in Spain
By our resident astrologer, Kim La Rue… Aries (March 21 – April 19): This season is all about bold new
Nochebuena in Spain for Brits – a tale of two cultures (and what to do if you’re solo)
WHILE Christmas Eve in the UK isn’t the main event of ‘Navidad’, this is the reverse in Spain. The night
10 top tips for selling your Spanish home in 2025
Resident property expert, Mathew Wood of Hola Properties – headquartered in Lanjarón – explains how to prepare for a property
IN PICS: Back to Black – your Christmas wardrobe can work in monochrome, says Órgiva fashion stylist, Freya Rodgers
THE festive season is commonly linked to red, green, and metallic tones. However, Freya Rodgers of the Armario de Freya
The organic and thriving rave scene of Southern Spain – and an element of 90s throwback
The free party scene in Andalucia, Spain, not only originates from the original UK 90s rave scene, but retains something of its ethos….
Can Brits retiring in Spain dodge inheritance tax with new loophole?
Mathew Wood, our real estate expert from Hola Properties – headquartered in Lanjarón – explains how changing inheritance tax rules
December horoscope for off-grid hippies in the Alpujarras and coastal dreamers
By our resident astrologer, Kim La Rue…. NEW MOON VIBES: The Sagittarius New Moon kicks off December with a fiery