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 Estate 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.
21 August 2026 · Karolina Pszczolkowska · EN
The sea at its warmest, 25°C days, and a coastline back to its own rhythm. Why autumn is the best time on the Costa del Sol — and the best time to view property properly.
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