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Air Grand Opening - Under the Stars

Sat 20th May, 2023 Marbella Marbella
On Saturday 20th May Marbella’s most luxurious sky bar, AIR opens with style under the stars It’s the lifestyle event that gets the season underway – wit
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Ocean Club Champagne Parties 2023

Sun 30th Apr, 2023 Marbella Marbella
The Ocean Club Champagne Parties are hosted this year on the two Bank holidays of 30th April and 28th May 2023.
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The Killer Rockets

Fri 31st Mar, 2023 Marbella Marbella
The Killer Rockets, cosmic rock cover band will be belting out classics from the likes of U2, Muse, The Killers, Kings of Leon, The Cranberries, Radiohead,
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Easter at The Beach House

Thu 6th Apr, 2023 Marbella Marbella
The Easter weekend is filled with fun times and live entertainment at The Beach House in Elviria.
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Ocean Club Opening Party 2023

Fri 28th Apr, 2023 Marbella Marbella
Ocean Club Marbella open for the 2023 Summer Season on 28th April 2023
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The BoHo Project

Sat 29th Apr, 2023 Marbella Marbella
Party season starts here! Immerse yourself in the vibrant party atmosphere of Ibiza at the BOHO Project, taking place this Spring, April 29th in the stunn
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Family Sunday's at La Cascada

Sun 2nd Apr, 2023 Marbella Marbella
Cascada announces FAMILY SUNDAYS!

Editorial in Marbella

Written by Marbella Local Experts! Read about what's going on in Marbella and the best things to do and visit in Marbella during your stay.

My Guide Marbella VLOG

Editorial Family Fun Food & Drink Hot List Inspiration Top 10

My Guide Marbella Vlog is brought to you regularly throughout the year by the Local Expert team in Marbella. We look to highlight new venues, activities, things to do, events and inspiration from Marbella.

Getting a TIE in Spain

Editorial Lifestyle

The TIE - Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero in Spain is the residency card that any permanent resident will need.

Things you need to know before Renting a Car in Marbella

Editorial Inspiration Top 10

When visiting Marbella car rental is the best way to explore the region. There are plenty of car hire companies with fantastic rates and a range of vehicles to choose from by the day or the week.

How to register your child at School in Marbella

Editorial Family Fun

In Spain, children must attend a state school within a certain distance of their home, so if you have a preference for a particular school, it's important to buy or rent a home within that school's catchment area.

Learn about the Breathe Gift Trees Programme

Charity Editorial Food & Drink Inspiration

Breathe has now also enabled its diners to join the Green Earth Appeal community through its Breathe Gift Trees program, giving anyone, not just its diners the opportunity to gift a tree.

An Introduction to Art Investment

Arts & Culture Editorial Interviews

There are many ways to invest money, one being art - an asset with a unique character.

How to register with a doctor in Marbella

Editorial Lifestyle

An easy step by step guide about how to register with a doctor on the public healthcare system in Marbella.

Is the future bright for Marbella Tourism?

Editorial

My Guide Marbella talk of hopeful times ahead in 2021 when tourism can begin once again.

Easy Guide to Exchanging your Spanish Residency for a TIE

Editorial Lifestyle

The Spanish residency documentation is no longer a green piece of paper that we all used to call our "residencia" it is now a photo ID card called a TIE, ‘Tarjeta de identidad de extranjero‘.

Brexit Agreement for UK Nationals in Spain

Editorial Lifestyle

Christmas Eve 2020 marked the moment the UK finally reached a Brexit agreement with the EU, full details of which have now been published.

Residency procedure after Brexit for UK Nationals moving to Spain

Editorial Lifestyle

The Brexit transition period ended on 31st December 2020. This means there are now new Spanish residency requirements for British citizens / UK nationals effective from January 1st 2021.
British citizens / UK nationals now have to follow the same process as other non-EU national citizens of third countries to get Spanish residency.

Opening a bank account in Marbella

Editorial Lifestyle

If you are purchasing a property or coming to live in Marbella, you will need to open a Spanish bank account.

How to register at Marbella Town Hall and why you need to

Editorial Lifestyle

If you live in Marbella, you should register at the Town Hall. Every town in Spain has what is known as a "padrón" or municipal register of inhabitants. It’s a bit like the UK voter roll, but in Spain, it’s a census record rather than a list of voters. It records how many people are registered as living in each town area.

All you need to know about Healthcare and Social Security in Marbella

Editorial Lifestyle

Spain’s universal healthcare system is ranked highly both internationally and in the EU and Marbella is home to both public and private options.

Buying a Car in Marbella

Editorial Lifestyle

The process of buying and registering a car in your name in Spain is quite different to what you may be used to in the UK and many other EU countries. If you are going to be buying a car in Marbella, this guide provides a useful overview.

De-escalation from quarantine in Marbella

Editorial Lifestyle

From 2nd May 2020 there are gradual changes to the quarantine restrictions that we have been living under in Marbella.

Corona Virus Updates Marbella

Editorial Lifestyle

The whole world is reacting differently to the Covid-19, Coronavirus outbreak, we want to inform you of the actions taken by the government in Spain and here locally in Marbella to protect tourists and citizens alike. We will be updating this information as the crisis goes on.

Marbella Suitcase Essentials

Editorial Inspiration Mini Break

Local Expert at My Guide Marbella, Janey Roberts, gives you her top tips about what you need to pack to be the perfect Marbella fashionista!

20 Essential Years

Editorial Parties

Essential Magazine celebrates an amazing 20 years of publishing

BMW Automotor Puerto Banús presents its new X5 model to Luks Marbella Investors Club ladies

Editorial Lifestyle Press Releases

BMW Automotor Puerto Banús presents its new X5 model to Luks Marbella Investors Club ladies

Ocean Club Closing Party 2018

Celebrities Editorial Lifestyle Parties Top 10

The Ocean Club Marbella Black and Gold Closing party of 2018 was one of their most spectacular yet. The theme was Oriental inspired with dancing dragons, a live 7 piece Orchestra, Live Performances by Cookies and Cream and a firework display.

All you need to know about Marbella's Ports

Editorial Family Fun Lifestyle Sports

Marbella, sometimes known as the jewel of the Med, just a short hop from most European cities, has some of the best ports in the world

Jellyfish app To Aid Marbella Bathers

Editorial Family Fun Press Releases

Yes, you read that right, you can now download an app to let you know the whereabouts of these wobbly blighters, making your daily swim a non-stinging event.

A Bliss Body versus a Bikini Body

Editorial Food & Drink Inspiration Interviews Retreats & Relaxation

Petra Lindros speaks of the benefits of a Blissful body as opposed to the perfect Bikini Body with top tips about how to achieve that for long-term health.

Registration as a Foreign Resident in Marbella

Editorial Lifestyle

What is the municipal register? In Spanish, Empadronamiento.

Know Your IPA From Your Stout, Marbella Beer Master Fraser Dodge Takes The Mystery Out Of Beer Styles

Editorial Food & Drink Lifestyle

When it comes to craft beer, most newbies are at a loss as to which beer they should try. Having been exposed for most of their natural lives to a selection of incredibly similar fizzy, yellow lagers, the world of craft can seem intimidating. But it doesn't have to be!

Bucket List for Marbella Summer 2018

Adventure Editorial Family Fun Inspiration Top 10

Here are some ideas for the top 10 things to do in Marbella this summer

How to organise the perfect beach BBQ in Marbella

Adventure Editorial Family Fun Food & Drink Inspiration Parties

If you want to enjoy a dining experience on the beach without visiting a restaurant then a BBQ at the beach is a great way to do so.

Summer Camps for Kids in Marbella 2018

Adventure Editorial Family Fun Lifestyle Sports

Every year is the same, the days get longer, the sun gets warmer and suddenly summer is here! The schools in Marbella close for almost 3 months from the end of June to the beginning of September so it is a long period of time to be without structured activity and entertainment for little minds! The summer camps in Marbella are not just for local children though, they are also activities that you can enrol your children on whilst on holiday for a day, the week or a little longer if you are here for the summer.

Club Med returns to Spain with a new Resort in Marbella for summer 2019

Editorial Family Fun Food & Drink Press Releases Retreats & Relaxation

Club Med returns to Spain with a new Resort in Marbella for summer 2019

Marbella keeps its shirt on and fines those that don't 750€

Editorial

Marbella cracks down on public nudity, semi-nudity and lewd, rowdy behaviour with strict prohibitions and fines being implemented this summer which is met with applause from local businesses and residents that want our Luxury resort status to remain.

Oak Garden and Grill Ready for Summer

Editorial Food & Drink

OAK Garden & Grill are firing up ready for the new season!

Mahiki Beach Opening

Editorial Food & Drink Lifestyle Opening Party Parties

Mahiki Beach is opening its doors in time for Spring!

Aloha School Donation to CADI

Charity Editorial

Aloha College of Marbella, the international educational centre of Marbella that has a history of teaching excellence over 35 years of experience and a multinational community represented by more than 57 nationalities, invited the CADI Association to the School on Wednesday, March 14th.

Your Key to Understanding why Health is Wealth

Editorial Inspiration Lifestyle Retreats & Relaxation

Petra explains why good health is key to wealth and how the physical state of the body also is intimately connected with the state of the mind and heart.

Marbella Spring Fashion with Escada

Editorial Inspiration Lifestyle

The 2018 Spring Collection for Escada was showcased with a catwalk show at the Sea Grill Restaurant in the Puente Romano Marbella Hotel. Marbella's most glamorous ladies attended the lunchtime event and enjoyed a superb luxury brunch and fine wines whilst also admiring the latest outfits from Escada.

2018: the year digital currencies become increasingly mainstream

Editorial

Cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, Ethereum and Litecoin, have captured investors’ imagination like nothing else in recent months

Benalús relaunches its star Project on the Marbella Golden Mile

Editorial Lifestyle

Benalús, is a unique new housing construction on Marbella's Golden Mile

La Catarina Marbella's Very Own Craft Brewery

Editorial Food & Drink Lifestyle

La Catarina, keeping it local in your local.

Marbella Mayoress Delivers Good News For Marbella Port

Editorial Family Fun Food & Drink Press Releases

Marbella Mayoress Delivers Good News For Marbella Port

Marbella ATP Challenger Casino Admiral Trophy Something For the Whole Family

Editorial Family Fun Lifestyle Sports

Marbella ATP Challenger Casino Admiral Trophy Something For the Whole Family

Valentine's Musings From Neuhaus Jewellers

Editorial Inspiration

Make Valentines 2018 the best ever with NEUHAUS Jewelry

The American College in Spain moves to its new Campus in Marbella

Editorial Press Releases

The American College in Spain moves to its new Campus in Marbella

Valentines Day Thoughts From The Pit Lane

Editorial Seasonal Celebrations

With Valentines Day racing around the corner, many peoples thoughts take the intoxicating thoughts of romance and love.

Let 2018 unfold the new you in Marbella

Editorial Inspiration Lifestyle Retreats & Relaxation Sports

Petra Lindros brings us her first blog of 2018 with inspiring words about unfolding a whole new you; reading this article either here in Marbella or from afar we think everyone will benefit from her wisdom.

Natalie Richardson's Hair and Beauty Trends for 2018

Celebrities Editorial Inspiration Interviews Lifestyle Retreats & Relaxation

In my first blog for My Guide Marbella the timing was perfect to give you all an insight into the need-to-know Hair and Beauty trends that are up and coming for 2018! As anyone that knows me will vouch for, being at the edge of fashion and style is a real passion of mine and this absolutely applies to my Hair and Beauty regime just as much as it does the gorgeous outfit I'm wearing!!

Mad Hatters Tea Party for David Toms

Charity Editorial Press Releases

Setting themselves a target of 2,500€ for paralysed biker and renowned Costa del Sol photographer David Toms, the organisers of the Mad Hatters Tea Party were ecstatic to discover their final tally was over 5,000€

Steven Saunder's Top 10 Tips for the perfect Christmas Turkey

Celebrities Editorial Food & Drink Seasonal Celebrations

Cooking the perfect turkey on Christmas Day is perhaps the most talked about recipe in the family home. Is it Mum's recipe, Grandma's or does Dad, in fact, make the best gravy? Whether you are reading this from here in Marbella or somewhere around the globe, if you want to save the day this Christmas then read my top ten tips and recipes below and claim all the glory when you serve that perfect Christmas Turkey!

Luxury Marbella Living in the Winter months

Editorial Food & Drink Lifestyle Mini Break Retreats & Relaxation Seasonal Celebrations Sports

In my first Luxury Living and Gastronomy blog for My Guide Marbella and as the temperatures start to drop slightly it seemed appropriate to give you all an insight into one of my favourite Marbella Winter experiences, a weekend of ski-ing and food heaven in Sierra Nevada at El Lodge Ski & Spa which I enjoyed just last week when the doors were opened again for the Season.

Yoga on and off the mat

Editorial Lifestyle Retreats & Relaxation

In my first Blog for My Guide Marbella I have chosen to write about how Yoga can be found both on and off the mat; an introduction to what yoga is really about and a demonstration that there are many ways to embrace the philosophy and practices of yoga which doesn't necessarily include a class or a mat!

Steven Saunders famous Christmas Pudding Recipe

Celebrities Editorial Food & Drink Seasonal Celebrations

Ho Ho Ho! We may be in sunny Marbella but I've just looked at the calendar and realized the date…Christmas is only weeks away!
I love Christmas. I love the way that families get together, the log fires, huge nerdy jumpers and the smell of roast Turkey, Christmas punch or mulled wine and especially Christmas pudding.

Introducing our My Guide Marbella Columnists

Celebrities Editorial Press Releases

Our My Guide Marbella Columnists are a unique collection of individuals all with a passion for Marbella but with their own views and experiences within their sectors. Some are business owners, others are regular visitors but they will each be sharing a blog post with you on a regular basis so tune in every month for tips and articles about Gastronomy, Fashion, Wellness, Health and Beauty, Interior Design, Law and Property and much more.

G&G Italia entertain international interior designers at Hotel Puente Romano

Editorial

G&G Italia showcased some of their latest outdoor furniture to a select group of interior designers from as far afield as Mexico and Costa Rica at the Hotel Puente Romano this week

Be Wowed by the New Organic Hair and Beauty Salon at El Corte Ingles

Editorial Lifestyle Press Releases Retreats & Relaxation

El Corte Ingles have launched Wow Organic Hair & Beauty Salon in their El Capricho shopping centre on the Golden Mile in Marbella. A new concept of salon with your health and well-being in mind.

Love our Locals and bring Paralysed Photograher David Toms back home

Charity Editorial

A little over a year ago the life of a dear friend, professional photographer and bike enthusiast David Toms changed dramatically. David is a professional that many of the team at My Guide Marbella and have known and worked with for over 10 years; a passionate, adventurous and brave man with an enormous talent in photography that suffered an unforeseen accident when his beloved bike hit a patch of sand on the Istán Road just a couple of minutes from the centre of Puerto Banús which left him paralysed in all four limbs.

Christmas Shopping begins at El Corte Ingles

Editorial Food & Drink Seasonal Celebrations

Christmas Shopping at El Corte Ingles begins this week in Marbella with discounts and offers that will help save a few euros too! You will find every gift idea you could imagine within the department store and then their superbly stocked Supermarket has all the festive treats and sweets, as well as many of the expats favourite International products to ensure a little indulgence, as well as a taste from home, is possible when celebrating Christmas in Marbella.

Sustainable Science will be at the core of the Gastronomy at Breathe

Editorial Food & Drink Press Releases

Breathe in Marbella will launch in 2018 with not just Fresh-Thinking Gastronomy but also a concept that is sustainable too. Taking advantage of new and groundbreaking technology taking big steps to reduce the carbon footprint and implement sustainable practices.

The Heights at La Resina Golf launches with the support of Premier League Footballers

Editorial Lifestyle Press Releases

The Heights is a new luxury development of 11 unique private villas in a secured gated golf and country club estate that was officially released on Friday 6th October. It was also confirmed at the launch event that Harry Winks, the Tottenham and England player, is one of the investors of the newly released luxury villas.

Rock and Roll high tea at Le Papillon in aid of Triple A

Charity Editorial Parties

Marbella's Triple A dog shelter raises a desperately needed 7,000€ at Papillon restaurant.

Gabriella Kauffmann Exhibition Kasser Rassu, Marbella

Arts & Culture Editorial Parties

The Kasser Rassu Art season begins again, this time with the Great Dane, Gabriella Kauffmann

New Head Chef Andreas Nygren raises the bar at Amaï by Ocean Club Marbella

Editorial Food & Drink Hot List

Ocean Club Marbella is well documented as one of the most luxurious Beach Clubs in the world to party in the Mediterranean sunshine whilst sipping on fine wines and expen...

A fusion of arts in La Zagaleta

Arts & Culture Editorial

Local Luxury Real Estate agent International Marbella, owned by Tine Hagemeister, hosted an evening with a "Fusion of Arts". A perfect evening to enjoy the artwork whilst...

Marbella...THE Celebrity Hotspot

Editorial

Marbella may have hit the headlines recently and got its ‘Marbs’ nickname from the cast of The Only Way Is Essex but in fact it has been enticing stars for many years

Painting the Town White

Editorial

Andalucia has always been famous for it’s white washed buildings; small village houses perched on the mountain sides, enormous luxury villas on the beachfront or whole

Things to do in Puerto Banus

Adventure Editorial Lifestyle Mini Break Top 10

Charter a Yacht - There is nothing quite like sailing on the Mediterranean whist basking in the summer sun, sipping on a glass of something chilled and feasting on a banq

Where is Marbella

Editorial

Following the recent splurge of UK reality television series set in Marbella, think Life on Marbs, The Only Way is Marbs, Playa in Marbella, Come dine with me et al, we f...

A Merry Marbella Christmas

Editorial Family Fun Food & Drink Mini Break Seasonal Celebrations

Whether you choose to spend an evening walking through the town centre taking in the Christmas lights or to take your children to Santa's grotto, Christmas can be as magical in Marbella as anywhere else in the world.

Irish designer Virginia Macari launches her new collection - The Paradise Collection - in Marbella

Editorial

Irish designer Virginia Macari celebrates the launch of her fourth couture swimwear collection with a star-studded fashion show at the exclusive Puente Romano Hotel in Ma...

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Air Grand Opening - Under the Stars

Ocean Club Champagne Parties 2023

The Killer Rockets

Easter at The Beach House

Ocean Club Opening Party 2023

The BoHo Project

Family Sunday's at La Cascada

Editorial in Marbella

My Guide Marbella VLOG

Getting a TIE in Spain

Things you need to know before Renting a Car in Marbella

How to register your child at School in Marbella

Learn about the Breathe Gift Trees Programme

An Introduction to Art Investment

How to register with a doctor in Marbella

Is the future bright for Marbella Tourism?

Easy Guide to Exchanging your Spanish Residency for a TIE

Brexit Agreement for UK Nationals in Spain

Residency procedure after Brexit for UK Nationals moving to Spain

Opening a bank account in Marbella

How to register at Marbella Town Hall and why you need to

All you need to know about Healthcare and Social Security in Marbella

Buying a Car in Marbella

De-escalation from quarantine in Marbella

Corona Virus Updates Marbella

Marbella Suitcase Essentials

20 Essential Years

BMW Automotor Puerto Banús presents its new X5 model to Luks Marbella Investors Club ladies

Ocean Club Closing Party 2018

All you need to know about Marbella's Ports

Jellyfish app To Aid Marbella Bathers

A Bliss Body versus a Bikini Body

Registration as a Foreign Resident in Marbella

Know Your IPA From Your Stout, Marbella Beer Master Fraser Dodge Takes The Mystery Out Of Beer Styles

Bucket List for Marbella Summer 2018

How to organise the perfect beach BBQ in Marbella

Summer Camps for Kids in Marbella 2018

Club Med returns to Spain with a new Resort in Marbella for summer 2019

Marbella keeps its shirt on and fines those that don't 750€

Oak Garden and Grill Ready for Summer

Mahiki Beach Opening

Aloha School Donation to CADI

Your Key to Understanding why Health is Wealth

Marbella Spring Fashion with Escada

2018: the year digital currencies become increasingly mainstream

Benalús relaunches its star Project on the Marbella Golden Mile

La Catarina Marbella's Very Own Craft Brewery

Marbella Mayoress Delivers Good News For Marbella Port

Marbella ATP Challenger Casino Admiral Trophy Something For the Whole Family

Valentine's Musings From Neuhaus Jewellers

The American College in Spain moves to its new Campus in Marbella

Valentines Day Thoughts From The Pit Lane

Let 2018 unfold the new you in Marbella

Natalie Richardson's Hair and Beauty Trends for 2018

Mad Hatters Tea Party for David Toms

Steven Saunder's Top 10 Tips for the perfect Christmas Turkey

Luxury Marbella Living in the Winter months

Yoga on and off the mat

Steven Saunders famous Christmas Pudding Recipe

Introducing our My Guide Marbella Columnists

G&G Italia entertain international interior designers at Hotel Puente Romano

Be Wowed by the New Organic Hair and Beauty Salon at El Corte Ingles

Love our Locals and bring Paralysed Photograher David Toms back home

Christmas Shopping begins at El Corte Ingles

Sustainable Science will be at the core of the Gastronomy at Breathe

The Heights at La Resina Golf launches with the support of Premier League Footballers

Rock and Roll high tea at Le Papillon in aid of Triple A

Gabriella Kauffmann Exhibition Kasser Rassu, Marbella

New Head Chef Andreas Nygren raises the bar at Amaï by Ocean Club Marbella

A fusion of arts in La Zagaleta

Marbella...THE Celebrity Hotspot

Painting the Town White

Things to do in Puerto Banus

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