Tag: marbella
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NEW DIMENSIONS BY FELIX MUYO
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[dropcap]D[/dropcap]edicated to art for more than five decades, Felix Muyo’s style has developed significantly during that time, reaching a creative peak with his latest paintings, “Dimensions?” – the result of many years of work, from 2007 until now. Involved in the world of art and painting since he was a teenager,…
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New Dimensions by Felix Muyo
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Dedicated to art for more than five decades, Felix Muyo’s style has developed significantly during that time, reaching a creative peak with his latest paintings, “Dimensions?” – the result of many years of work, from 2007 until now. Involved in the world of art and painting since he was a teenager,…
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Business Award for Top Marbella Company
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The San Pedro Alcántara Association of Small and Medium-Sized Businesses (Apymespa) has honoured Illusion in its inaugural entrepreneurial, awards. Founded in 2006, the custom home automation solutions company has experienced constant growth, and now has a team of more than 10 professionals covering different aspects of the business – integrating…
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Property For Sale in Marbella
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Property Showcase Vitalux in Marbella Creating Luxury Residences This graceful mansion, presented by Residencias Lujosas Vitalux, is located in a prime address in the midst of a golfing paradise. Its substantially-sized plot borders directly onto the verdant fairways of one of the area’s most renowned golf courses. Built in 2009,…
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News & Events
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Dynamic Contemporary Gallery Opens in Puerto Banús The new Banús Gallery opened its doors just before summer with an elegant cocktail party offering delicious canapés and a range of tantalising beverages. Guests were met by the directors of the gallery and guided around the exhibition, where eclectic contemporary works of…
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Chic Restaurant & Bar with an Intergalactic Twist
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A La Carte Mos Eisley Chic Restaurant & Bar with an Intergalactic Twist Nestled in the quaint area of Benavista near Estepona, there is a new restaurant/bar that has really got the locals’ heads turning. Mos Eisley, named after the bar featured in the iconic film Star Wars, is a…
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Spanish Tax Reform – Rental Income from Real Estate in Spain
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Leading experts in their respective fields bring us up-to-date with latest news , legal initiatives and information of interest to expatriates living or spending time in Spain. This issue we offer an introduction to the Spanish tax system concerning the income you could generate out of properties located in Spain.…
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News & Events
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Round-up of business, charity, cultural and other general items of interest from the Costa del Sol, Gibraltar… and further afield BROMLEY ESTATES MARBELLA Launch of New Apartments at Benalmádena Hill Views Resort Bromley Estates Marbella have announced that they are the exclusive agents for the Benalmádena Hill Views resort,…
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Stylish Launch of Luxury Property Resort
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Four hundred real estate professionals were invited to an elegant celebration marking the launch to market of the Benahavís Hills Country Club residential resort – with a 40 per cent discount to sales prices. The event included tours of the show homes, an introduction to the in-resort health centre and…
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Transforming Dreams Into High-Quality Homes
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Jensen Store. Interview with Stefan Lovén Tell us more about the history of Jensen… Jensen started out nearly 70 years ago and has now become one of the leading bed producers from Scandinavia. We have always produced mattresses at our factory in Svelvik, which is situated on the Oslo…
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Investing in Marbella Property Does It Make Sense?
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As the Costa del Sol property market continues its recovery, we are not only seeing buyers in search of the perfect holiday home or permanent base in the sun, but increasingly larger numbers of clients are now looking to the housing market here with a pure investment focus. Broadly speaking,…
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All Sweetness Light
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Outdoor lighting comes in a wide variety of designs and sizes, from hanging lanterns and wall sconces to pathway lights and standing lamps. They can enhance the look of your home, allowing you to enjoy it beyond the sunlight hours. When buying outdoor lighting, as well as when considering such…
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Marmorin Design Center Opens Its Doors in Marbella
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The Marmorin Design Center in Marbella The Marmorin Design Center on Marbella’s Golden Mile opposite the Marbella Club Hotel opened its glamorous doors a few weeks ago. The concept of the centre is a collaboration of companies all involved in the sector of interior design. The large showroom houses Polish bath…
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Landscape Gardening in Marbella
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New Vision… and Vertical Innovation By Juan Pedro Sacedón from Doubleview This spring a new outlet is being opened opposite the Marbella Club, the Marmorin Design Centre, and we invite readers to come and visit our showroom and studio. Doubleview takes care of consultation and project development for outdoor areas,…
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Marbella Gets Its Mojo Back!
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Is it just me, or does the Costa del Sol seem to be getting its mojo back? I use the word “mojo” because I can’t actually find the exact word that describes what I feel is happening. After a VERY busy summer when Marbella and Puerto Banús felt full to…
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Naprapathy in Marbella
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Specialising in the Natural Treatment of Pain Charlotta Östing is a doctor of naprapathy, acupuncturist, kinesiologist and certified Ashtanga and Naam yoga instructor from Sweden, with over 20 years of experience. One of only three practitioners of naprapathy in Spain, she divides her time between Sweden and Spain, mainly specialising…
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Staying Focused on Healthy Eating
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Fitness Room By Fitness & Nutrition Expert, Paul Isaacs The Christmas-New Year season will soon be with us, and that invariably means some overly robust dining and partying. Just in the nick of time, our fitness and nutrition expert Paul Isaacs offers some advice on how to stay focused on eating…
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La Sala by the Sea
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Elegant culinary experience… from day-time to evening The La Sala Group has built-up a fantastic reputation for offering good quality food and beverages in a modern and lively environment. Over the years we have seen the La Sala Group constantly evolving, so what did they have in store for us this…
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Korsch Tischlerei
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Korsch Tischlerei – Creators of stunning custom-made designs in carpentry Interview with Felix Korsch Tell us something about your professional background… and why did you choose to come to Spain? I learned my profession in Germany and, once I had my degree as a cabinet-maker, I followed that up by obtaining…
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Restaurant Review on La Sala By The Sea
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Restaurant Review on La Sala By The Sea – Elegant culinary experience… from day-time to evening Photos: David Toms The La Sala Group has built-up a fantastic reputation for offering good quality food and beverages in a modern and lively environment. Over the years we have seen the La Sala…
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Dani García Restaurante & BiBo Brasserie
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Michelin-Star Delicacies with a Sprinkling of Fantasy Andalucía’s only Michelin two-star chef, Dani García, has written a new chapter of his celebrated culinary tale, with the opening in April of two original restaurant concepts in Marbella. Following the decision to move his local operations from Calima (in the Gran Meliá…
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The Importance of Home Staging – Costa del Sol Property
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Costa del Sol Property The Property Doctor by Sean Woolley At the last look on the agents’ shared database, there were 23,689 properties for sale on the Costa del Sol. That’s a lot of properties! It’s little wonder that property hunters remain convinced that it’s a buyer’s market, although the…
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Témpora Restaurante
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Restaurants Marbella – Restaurant Review A La Carte Témpora Restaurante Cutting-Edge Creativity in Marbella Photos: David Toms The delightful Témpora Restaurante in Marbella’s Old Town is coming up to its second anniversary, serving fresh, seasonal and creative dishes put together with meticulous attention to detail. Their international menu is varied…
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Why The Brits May Miss Out!
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MORE CONFIDENCE IN THE MARKET By Sean Woolley, The Property Doctor There is no doubt that the real estate market is moving again. Most reputable real estate agents reported 2013 as their best year for sales since the heady years of the last property boom, and early reports indicate…
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Wonderous Marbella
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Marbella has always been seen as the playground for the rich and the famous. Puerto Banús homes some of the most luxurious yachts in Europe in its stunning marina. The marina itself is surrounded by designer shops and restaurants and it is not unusual to spot a celebrity perusing the…
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Dramatic Makeover!
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We ran a competition for a lucky reader to win a drastic makeover. Congratulations to Miguela Díaz who won the prize! Miguela Díaz Palacio has always been conscious of her looks, but until now the 41-year-old housekeeper has not had the economic means to contemplate a major makeover. However, her life…
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A world on our doorstep
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Just on the edge of the Costa del Sol is a pioneering railway line that once opened new frontiers and recently drew the makers of Michael Portillo’s BBC series “Great Continental Railway Journeys” to our part of the world. Living on the Costa del Sol you could be in a…
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BALTUS LIFESTYLE: New Collection Presented at Marbella Showroom
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Designer Javier Muriel welcomed guests to the new Baltus showroom in Marbella in conjunction with the presentation of the high-end furniture and interior design company’s latest collection. Originally established in Spain, and with its own factory headquartered in Murcia, Baltus has experienced rapid expansion throughout the world, with major stores…
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Anniversary Milestone with a Generous Spirit
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Ocean Clinic’s fifth anniversary celebrations included a raffle in support of a worthy cause close to the heart of plastic surgery consultant Dr. Kai O. Kaye – as well as the traditional Marbella summer cocktail of drinks, food and music by the sea. A total of €3,000 was raised for…
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Hibiscus Bistronomique
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Hibiscus Bistronomique restaurant is a real breath of fresh air for the modern day Marbella foodie. Located right in the heart of Marbella and opened this summer, its concept is a contemporary twist on the traditional, offering affordable gastronomy in a creative style. The service is second-to-none and each dish…
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Heavenly Heat
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Gone are the days of messy fireplaces in the home. Today’s models are sleek and clean – with simple lines. As many fireplaces are located under increasingly larger TV screens, they are also becoming larger. Modern units come in several different finishes, including classic brick, tile, glass, metallic, marble and…
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Evita Restaurante
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ARGENTINEAN PASSION Evita Restaurante in Nueva Andalucía has been established for five years and is run by a delightful brother and sister duo, Luciano and Paula. This cosy restaurant has an enchanting indoor dining area and a large outdoor terrace with stunning views over the Aloha valley. The layout of…
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Contemporary Living Marbella
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Sleek · Modern · Marbella Our eyes have become accustomed to a certain type of luxury look. Now they are adjusting to a whole new interpretation of Marbella chic, and the sleek, elegant lines of this sophisticated new villa make it one of the finest examples of a fresh generation…
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Interview With Vice President of Kettal
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Timeless commitment to design and innovation Interview with Alex Alorda… vice president of KETTAL A pacesetting Spanish designer and manufacturer of enduring outdoor furniture, Kettal outlets around the world (including Marbella) offer a fully integrated and personalised decoration service. When was Kettal set up and by whom? Kettal S.A., a…
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Belgian Cuisine
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Bar d’o Glittering Star Quality Photos: David Toms The recently opened Bar d’o restaurant, lounge and bar in Marbella oozes elegance and sophistication. The name “Bar d’o” refers to “gold”, which is particularly apt as the restaurant is located on Marbella’s famous The Golden Mile, and the owners’ admiration for…
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Nueva Kaskada, Marbella
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Idyllically situated up on the hill behind from the hubbub of Marbella’s La Cañada shopping centre, sits the enchanting Nueva Kaskada restaurant where east really does meet west. This restaurant offers an all-year round dining experience with indoor and outdoor dining. Over the summer months there is the huge outside…