Journal
Guides written for anyone considering relocating to or investing in southern Spain. We add new pieces gradually — check back often.
22 June 2026 · Karolina Pszczolkowska
What's on in summer 2026 on the Costa del Sol — Starlite Occident in Marbella, Marenostrum in Fuengirola, cultural Málaga, open-air cinema and jazz festivals. A complete guide with dates, headliners and tickets.
19 June 2026 · Artur Pszczolkowski
Málaga airport (AGP), direct flights from Poland, the drive to Marbella, alternative airports (Gibraltar, Seville, Jerez) and getting around the coast. A practical transport guide with drive times and costs.
17 June 2026 · Karolina Pszczolkowska
What to do beyond golf? Padel, tennis, sailing, kitesurfing in Tarifa, La Concha hike, cycling, iconic beach clubs and wellness — a full guide to active life on the Costa del Sol.
15 June 2026 · Artur Pszczolkowski
The 'Costa del Golf' has nearly 70 courses and year-round play. A guide to the best: Valderrama, Finca Cortesín, La Reserva, Aloha, Villa Padierna and more — with green fees and the impact on property values.
12 June 2026 · Karolina Pszczolkowska
How healthcare works in Andalusia — the SAS public system, private insurance, costs, hospitals around Marbella and Polish-speaking doctors. What relocating families usually choose.
8 June 2026 · Artur Pszczolkowski
What does buying a home in Andalusia actually cost? ITP, IVA, AJD, notary, lawyer, gestoría and recurring fees — a complete overview with the Luumare cost calculator.
25 May 2026 · Artur Pszczolkowski
A practical guide to daily life on the Costa del Sol — meal times, siesta, August slowdown, NIE and empadronamiento, cita previa, beach the Spanish way. How to settle in faster after relocating.
20 May 2026 · Karolina Pszczolkowska
An introduction to Andalusia's culture — flamenco, tapas, espeto, siesta and sobremesa, fiesta, language. What to know and how to settle in when moving to the Costa del Sol.
16 May 2026 · Artur Pszczolkowski
A full guide to shopping on the Costa del Sol — supermarkets, weekly mercadillos, malls, Puerto Banús boutiques and where to find Polish and international products. With opening hours and local habits.
12 May 2026 · Karolina Pszczolkowska
British, IB and bilingual schools on the Costa del Sol — Aloha College, Swans, EIC, Laude San Pedro, Sotogrande International. Fees, admission timelines, how to choose and how school choice shapes the home search.
8 May 2026 · Karolina Pszczolkowska
A complete guide to Costa del Sol summer fiestas — Marbella's Feria de San Bernabé, the magical Night of San Juan, Virgen del Carmen and Feria de Málaga. Dates, places, customs and practical tips for new residents in 2026.