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View of Malaga Airport expansion with aircraft and terminal facilities.

Malaga Airport Expansion: What It Means for the Costa del Sol Property Market

Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport just closed its strongest year on record. Over 26.7 million passengers passed through in 2025 — a 7.4% increase on the previous year — cementing its position as Spain's fourth-busiest airport and Andalusia's primary international gateway. It now handles 80% of the region's non-domestic air traffic. And it is set to nearly double in size. For international buyers...

New Rafael Nadal Tennis Center opening at Hotel Don Carlos in Marbella.

Rafael Nadal Tennis Center to Open at Hotel Don Carlos, Marbella

Marbella's iconic Don Carlos Resort & Spa is preparing to reopen this summer following an extensive renovation, bringing with it one of the most significant additions to the Costa del Sol's luxury hospitality scene in recent years — Spain's first Rafa Nadal Tennis Center. A Resort Reborn Originally established in 1969, the Don Carlos has long been one of Marbella's most prestigious five-star...

Aerial view of a luxurious golf course in Marbella with scenic mountain backdrop.

The Best Golf Courses in Marbella: A Golfer’s Paradise

Marbella's reputation for luxury and sunshine extends well beyond its beaches and marinas. Situated on the Costa del Sol — widely known as the "Costa del Golf" — the area is home to some of the finest golf courses in Europe. With a near-perfect year-round climate, dramatic Andalusian scenery, and courses designed by the sport's greatest architects, it is little surprise that golfers from across the...