Spain has always been a popular holiday destination for people from all around the world, and its coastal regions are particularly sought after. The warm climate, beautiful beaches, and stunning landscapes make it an ideal place to invest in a rental property. In recent years, many property buyers have seen the potential for lucrative returns … Continue reading Market Insights: Sun, sea, and profit – exploring the lucrative rental property market in Benahavís
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Biophilic design – Desire to Reconnect with Nature
A house is a place of regeneration and rest – the concept of biophilic design The meaning of the word ‘biophilia’ is as diversified as all the areas that benefited from it. The term was first used by German social psychologist Erich Fromm, however, this concept is most associated with biologist Edward Wilson and his … Continue reading Biophilic design – Desire to Reconnect with Nature
IRONMAN 70.3 Marbella
IRONMAN – from 1978 in Hawaii to 2018 in Marbella May 22nd marked “the iron day” in Marbella. Since 2018 the Ironman athletes have been competing against one another in our beautiful Marbella. After its previous presence in Lanzarote and Barcelona, Andalusia became the next Spanish host thanks to a dynamic course paired with a perfect … Continue reading IRONMAN 70.3 Marbella
When higher means better – living in a penthouse in Benahavís
Breakfasts on the terrace, evening drinks on the fresh air, admiring sunsets and city panorama directly from your apartment – what more could one want? For many of us, living in crowded and busy places has many disadvantages. Noise, traffic, uninspiring views – all that sometimes may make everyday life seem grey and depressing. … Continue reading When higher means better – living in a penthouse in Benahavís
Tarifa 7 activities that will bring you closer to nature
We are into our second month without travelling and wow, does it seem so long ago. When has a single evening stroll become the greatest adventure and source of excitement? Travel had become so easy, hadn’t it? We are probably realising now that we have been taking it for granted for a while now. How many of … Continue reading Tarifa 7 activities that will bring you closer to nature
Benahavís – all you need to know about the area of Benahavís
The dazzling Benahavís is one of the most picturesque, idyllic, quintessential Spanish towns in Andalucia. If you are still unaware of its existence, once you discover this hidden gem you are guaranteed to fall in love with its mountain magic. Location The municipality stretches from the coastal area to the mountains between the two … Continue reading Benahavís – all you need to know about the area of Benahavís
Ara Malikian Spanish Rock Violinist
Ara Malikian – Spanish rock violinist Ara Malikian is one of the most eccentric-looking and expressive violinists we have had the chance to see and listen to today. His music is ad restless and powerful, as it is moving and deep. His tight jeans, shining rock-style jackets and long Afro hair make the performance nothing … Continue reading Ara Malikian Spanish Rock Violinist
Casa del Acantilado – Andalusian house blended in nature
Casa del Acantilado – Andalusian house blended in nature Cave homes in Andalusia are not very rare, although some villas definitely stand out. Casa del Acantilado is one of them. What attracts its attention is the undulating roof made of tiles that resemble a dragon’s skin. It turns out that this fairy-tale creature had become an … Continue reading Casa del Acantilado – Andalusian house blended in nature
7 Reasons Why you Should Visit Cádiz
Earlier this year, the New York Times included Cádiz in the list of 52 places in the world to be visited in 2019. It is a charming city surrounded by wonderful beaches and it’s lying in the most southern part of Andalusia. It is often called the Spanish Havana or the joyful city. Among the … Continue reading 7 Reasons Why you Should Visit Cádiz
The Art of Slow Living
The Slow Living movement is growing in strength. Slow living is the desire to change the killing pace. In the West, people who can do this are called millionaires of time. Slow life is a new quality of life – provided, however, that it is our conscious choice. By giving up the quantity, we focus … Continue reading The Art of Slow Living
5 Activities you can’t miss in El Chorro
El Chorro, located just under 1.5hrs from Benahavís, is a Mecca for those who love outdoor activities, nature, water and also a little bit of thrill. El Caminito del Rey It has been 98 years since King Alfonso XIII named it El Caminito del Rey (The King’s Little Route). ¨The walkway was built to provide … Continue reading 5 Activities you can’t miss in El Chorro
The beauty of Córdoba’s Mezquita
The beauty of Córdoba’s Mezquita great mosque 850 columns made of granite, jasper and marble, 19 naves and the uniqueness of semi-darkness. All this makes an electrifying impression! Without any exaggeration, the Mezquita can be considered the most beautiful mosque ever made by the Arabs on the Iberian Peninsula. The Great Mosque of Cordoba … Continue reading The beauty of Córdoba’s Mezquita
10 Movies shot in Andalusia
What to do when you have already discovered Andalusia, saw all the monuments, tasted many dishes and photographed things worth immortalising? Everyone is looking for something that interests them most. We love movies, and so we went onto looking for … movies that were set in Andalusia. Andalusia is an ideal region for filmmakers. Everything … Continue reading 10 Movies shot in Andalusia
Andalusian style interior design
Andalusian style interior design – how to feel on holidays every day? They say that anyone who has visited Spain once will surely return here. And not once. Castanets, flamenco, sangria, corrida de toros, siesta – examples of the distinguishing features of this wonderful country can be multiplied indefinitely, but indispensable elements of this counting are … Continue reading Andalusian style interior design
Pueblos Blancos – Biggest attractions of Andalusia
One of the biggest attractions of Andalusia is “Ruta de los pueblos blancos”, or the White Cities Route. It runs between a dozen or so historic towns that combine architectural similarities: white facades of houses, churches and defensive walls. Snow-white “Pueblos Blancos” not only glisten beautifully in the sunshine, but also captivate with its amazingly … Continue reading Pueblos Blancos – Biggest attractions of Andalusia
Pueblos blancos – white villages of Andalusia
Many “Pueblos Blancos” towns do have to be seen! It’s either their spectacular location or extremely captivating buildings that distinguish them. Pueblos Blancos of Andalusia Some of the biggest attractions of Andalusia are White Cities, “Pueblos Blancos”. It is a group of several towns and cities, distinguished by white buildings and a picturesque location on … Continue reading Pueblos blancos – white villages of Andalusia
Sergio Garcia – the road to success
ARTICLE #39 – 13 MAY, 2018 SERGIO GARCIA – THE ROAD TO SUCCESS. Sergio Garcia is the winner of the Andalucia Valderrama Masters 2017which was held very locally to Marbella Club Hills. From his early age, Garcia was seen as a supremely talented player; joyful and confident, he often won as a young golfer and … Continue reading Sergio Garcia – the road to success
What to look for in a developer?
ARTICLE #38 – 6 MAY, 2018 WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A DEVELOPER? 3 tips on how to choose the right property developer in Marbella Who is your property developer? Did you know that the reputation of the property developer in Marbella is the most important but interestingly, the most overlooked factor when investing in a … Continue reading What to look for in a developer?
Marbella Club Hills’ Equestrian lifestyle
ARTICLE #37 – 29 APRIL, 2018 MARBELLA CLUB HILLS’ EQUESTRIAN LIFESTYLE Private gated equestrian and golf lifestyle communities are an interesting trend popping up in and around Marbella, especially in the Benahavís Hills area; however, for many people, equestrian may not be a term instantly recognized unless one is part of the lifestyle. For years, … Continue reading Marbella Club Hills’ Equestrian lifestyle
3 Things to do when living in Benahavís
ARTICLE #36 – 22 APRIL, 2018 3 IDEAS FOR ACTIVE LIVING IN BENAHAVÍS Whether you are relocating or just thinking of having a second home for summer holidays, Benahavís has for years been one of the top destinations amongst home buyers of various nationalities (we’ve put some statistics for you here). Marbella is famously known as the … Continue reading 3 Things to do when living in Benahavís
Benahavís – how to experience the genuine culture of Spain
ARTICLE #35 – 15 APRIL, 2018 BENAHAVÍS – THE GENUINE CULTURE OF SPAIN Most people who come visit Spain, only experience the surface of Spanish tradition. When on holidays for a couple of weeks, they tend to visit the coastal cities, where they can often find highly densely populated areas with a majority of foreign … Continue reading Benahavís – how to experience the genuine culture of Spain
Building the future with Grupo SanJose, the Spanish construction leaders
ARTICLE #34 – 8 APRIL, 2018 Building the future with Grupo SanJose, the Spanish construction leaders. Grupo SanJose, the Spanish construction leaders When we searched for a construction company in Spain that would build the Marbella Club Hills homes, we wanted both quality and value; Spanish constructors with a proven track record and for whom … Continue reading Building the future with Grupo SanJose, the Spanish construction leaders
4 Benefits of using property management services
ARTICLE #33 – 25 MARCH, 2018 4 Benefits of using property management services Purchasing an investment property at Marbella Club Hills can yield outstanding returns if you have a clear plan and objective. Once you own the property of your dreams it makes sense to make the most of your new investment by renting it … Continue reading 4 Benefits of using property management services
Buying a holiday home in Marbella: Is this the right investment for you?
ARTICLE #32 – 18 MARCH, 2018 Buying a holiday home in Marbella: Is this the right investment for you? Owning a holiday home in your favourite destination can seem like a dream. Purchasing a second home in Marbella, one of the most exclusive and cosmopolitan areas in the South of Spain can give you access … Continue reading Buying a holiday home in Marbella: Is this the right investment for you?
The benefits of South-facing homes
ARTICLE #31 – 11 MARCH, 2018 What are the real benefits of south-facing homes? When buying a home, we are often given a lot of information that meaning of which we may not always find easy to understand. For instance, is the North, South, East or West the best orientation for your house in Marbella? … Continue reading The benefits of South-facing homes
What makes luxury real estate…luxury?
ARTICLE #30 – 4 MARCH, 2018 What defines a luxury home? Luxury homes differ from coast to coast and from country to country. The criteria that determine whether a home is luxurious or not are constantly changing and are largely influenced by the type of clients who purchase different types of properties at any given … Continue reading What makes luxury real estate…luxury?
Spain ranked Nº1 in the list of countries growing healthy produce
ARTICLE #29 – 25 FEBUARY, 2018 Spain ranked No1 in the list of countries growing healthy produce. Once again, Spain was ranked No 1 but this time in the World’s Best Olive Oils competition 2016/2017. Drawing from the results of 14 leading international extra olive oil competitions held recently, it appears that Andalusia has the … Continue reading Spain ranked Nº1 in the list of countries growing healthy produce
Sierra Nevada, the Mountains of the Sun
ARTICLE #28 – 18 FEBUARY, 2018 Sierra Nevada, the Mountains of the Sun For some of you, the idea of starting a new year with no snow on your porch may seem as unthinkable as it is for others to conceive the idea of a white and snowy Costa del Sol. The Sierra Nevada, which … Continue reading Sierra Nevada, the Mountains of the Sun
The Marbella Club Group and the Davis Cup 2018
ARTICLE #25 – 21 JANUARY, 2018 The Marbella Club Group and the Davis Cup 2018 Editorial credit: Maxisport / Shutterstock.com The Spanish Tennis Federation, RFET, has recently announced that the Puente Romano Sports Complex in Marbella (part of the Marbella Club Group) will host Spain’s Davis Cup. Officially sponsored by BNP Paribas World Group, the first round tie … Continue reading The Marbella Club Group and the Davis Cup 2018
Dine With Me in Benahavís
ARTICLE #24 – 14 JANUARY, 2018 DINE WITH ME IN BENAHAVÍS Benahavis affectionately called the gastronomic corner of the Costa del Sol or “La Sarten de Andalucia” (the frying pan of Andalucia), has the highest concentration of high-class restaurants in the region. Surrounded by stands of olive trees that lead the eyes out on the … Continue reading Dine With Me in Benahavís
Golf and Footgolf in Benahavis
ARTICLE #22 – 10 DECEMBER, 2017 GOLF & FOOTGOLF IN BENAHAVÍS Someone once said that “In golf as in life, it is the follow through that makes the difference”. Golf lovers know that this is a game that requires many skills such as concentration, precision, confidence and persistence, in spite of uncertainty and potential mistakes. … Continue reading Golf and Footgolf in Benahavis
Luxury Wine Tasting on the Costa del Sol
ARTICLE #10 – 18 AUGUST, 2017 “LUXURY WINE TASTING ON THE COSTA DEL SOL” Costa del Sol is more than just sun-drenched beaches and endless summers. In fact, some say that winters are even better as Andalusia offers a unique lifestyle with various activities throughout the whole year. There is no doubt that if … Continue reading Luxury Wine Tasting on the Costa del Sol
Benahavís – Andalusia’s Best Kept Secret
ARTICLE #8 – 4 AUGUST, 2017 “BENAHAVÍS – ANDALUSIA’S BEST KEPT SECRET” Nestled amongst some of the most magnificent mountain views on the Costa del Sol, sits a stunning Andalusian village. Its narrow winding streets combined with a touch of traditional Moorish architecture provide a unique atmosphere reminiscent of times past. Situated only 7 … Continue reading Benahavís – Andalusia’s Best Kept Secret
