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A NEW LOOK FOR THE ALANDA MARBELLA HOTEL

The Alanda Marbella Hotel, located just 380 metres from the beach, has been totally renovated, and the results are simply spectacular. An amount of approximately €20 million has been invested and the interiors, pool, gym, and restaurants now boast a contemporary look. There are 191 rooms, all of which have cutting-edge technology, and views over the sea, mountains, and gardens. i www.alandamarbellahotel.com

LAUNCHES ONE80 SUITES

Following the success of One80 Residences overlooking the Estepona coastline, Bromley Estates Marbella has just launched One80 Suites. With prices starting at €299.000, the gated boutique development consists of 48 two-, three-, and fourbedroom apartments and penthouses situated within three beautifully styled low-rise buildings. The homes will be surrounded by the greenery of landscaped gardens. From its elevated position within walking distance of a range of amenities, One80 Suites has commanding sea views tracing the shoreline all the way to Gibraltar and North Africa. i www.bromleyestatesmarbella.com

The Mijas Town Hall has decided to practically double its public spending. The Council extended its budget by €78 million to support new projects and infrastructure, increase social help for those in need, and implement cultural and leisure projects in the area. A €4.5 million euro budget has also been set aside for the Great Park of the Costa del Sol, which will contain vast green areas, a large lake for boats, a bridge, and a fantasy area with hobbit-like homes. i www.mijas.es

AN ADVENTURE ON THE HIGH SEAS

Guests at the Higuerón Hotel 5* CURIO Collection by Hilton can now enjoy an added bonus during their holidays: the chance to spend time at sea aboard a beautiful yacht while they relax and take in the beauty of the Mediterranean and its surrounding landscapes. Guests can also go dolphin-watching and enjoy a swim while catching the beauty of the sunset. i www.higueronresort.com

HOMIÉS MARBELLA WINS PRIZE FOR INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY

Trendy streetwear brand, Homiés Marbella, recently received an award for Innovation and Sustainability from Mayor Ángeles Muñoz, at the Premios al Comercio 2022 (Business Prizes 2022) event. Homiés has worked hard to implement processes and utilise materials that are environmentally friendly and has organised beach and green zone clean-ups. Its flagship store is in Puerto Banús, though it also sells items in the UAE. It hopes to be a zero-waste business by 2025. i www.homiesmarbella.com

GINEMED LAUNCHES IN MÁLAGA

Fertility Clinic, Ginemed, launched its first assisted reproduction centre in Málaga on a date that coincided with the company’s 30th anniversary. Ginemed boasts various other centres in Sevilla, Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Bilbao, Zaragoza, Murcia, Huelva, Cádiz, and Lisboa. Cutting-edge technology enables its team to select the best ovules, sperm, and embryos, in order to obtain the best results. i www.ginemed.es

NOW IN PUERTO BANÚS

Italian fashion brand, Peserico, has opened its first store in Spain in Puerto Banús, adding to its portfolio of stores in elite destinations like Forte dei Marmi, Venice, Naples, Miami, Palm Beach, Florida, East Hampton, and Newport Beach. The brand’s collections are created for those seeking styles that go beyond seasonal trends. They comprise versatile, high-quality garments that are characterised by simplicity and elegance. i www.peserico.com

CARMILA ACQUIRES THE

Carmila, the third-largest shopping centre company in Continental Europe, recently purchased one of Málaga’s most popular malls – La Rosaleda – which measures 15,500m2 and contains 73 stores and a hypermarket. The centre receives over 5.8 million annual visitors and sells fashion, furniture, design, food, and more items. i www.carmila.com

DE JÓVENES INTÉRPRETES ‘CIUDAD DE ESTEPONA’

Congratulations to talented violinist, Alexander Erokhin (aged 12), for winning the fourth edition of the Concurso de Jóvenes Intérpretes ‘Ciudad de Estepona’ (the City of Estepona Young Performers Award). The young virtuoso received a €1.000 prize plus a special gift from the Philharmonic Orchestra of Málaga – an invitation to perform at one of their concerts. The competition gathered 10 youths aged up to 14 from different parts of the world. i www.estepona.es

LAUNCHES IN CANCELADA

New firm, Fides Legal Services, has opened on the New Golden Mile in Cancelada. The team is ready to provide friendly, professional legal solutions to expats in Spain. Thanks to their international background, Fides staff can make the law much simpler to grasp. They cover real estate law, non-resident taxes, succession planning, and commercial law. g Tel: 951 552 220.

MOONZ REVOLUTIONISES

If your children need orthodontic treatment in Marbella, pay a visit to Moonz – a clinic that is specially designed to appeal to youngsters. Cool features that will instantly make them feel at home include a Games Zone with a PlayStation and XBox, jungle-inspired décor, a kitchen, and tables and chairs. The Clinic also treats adults, making it a great choice for orthodontics for the whole family. i www.moonz.com

AT LAUDE

The Marbella Netball Summer Tournament, organised by the Marbella Netball Club, was a resounding success, with over 100 players enjoying a fun day’s play at Laude San Pedro International College. Participating teams included Fetcham & Portishead Planets from the UK, Costanets, Manilva, the Marbella Netball Club, Barcelona, and two teams from Madrid. Madrid A took home the top prize, Costanets came in second, and Fetcham came in third. The day included a warm-up, food, a tombola, and raffle prizes. The event was sponsored by Fluent Finance Abroad. i Facebook: Marbella

THE CUDECA HOSPICE WALKATHON WAS A HIT

The Cudeca Hospice Walkathon was once again a big success, attracting 1,200 participants. The event began on the Benalmádena promenade, with walkers completing a 10- or five-kilometre route. Participants additionally enjoyed live music, paella, games for children, and raffle prizes, as well as a holi color party and a pop concert featuring music from the 1980s and 1990s. i www.cudeca.org

VIOLIN CONCERT FOR KYIV, UKRAINE

A concert by world-renowned violinist Anastasiya Petryshak, organised by the TulSun Foundation, which took place at the María Cristina Unicaja Concert Hall in Málaga, recently raised over €14.300 for orphans and handicapped children from the Kyiv region of Ukraine. The TulSun Foundation is a charity that has been supporting orphans and handicapped children from Kyiv for more than five years now. i For donations,

CANSAT 2022 PRIORITISES

The national finals of the satellite competition, Cansat, took place recently in Granada. Organised by the Parque de las Ciencias Andalucía-Granada, it focused on gender equality and inclusivity in Science. Over 30 per cent of the participants comprised girls – the result of an initiative called #EllasInspiranSTEAM, which supports women who have contributed to scientific advances in outer space. i www.parqueciencias.com Higuerón Resort’s Sport Club is proud to announce that it has a new member in its team – José Antonio Fernández Carazo, a physiotherapist of the National Basketball Team. Fernández Carazo will be focusing on personalised injury prevention and treatment. In other news, the Higuerón Hotel 5* CURIO Collection by Hilton has launched Padelworking, a new service that involves creating vital synergies through the sport of paddle tennis. i www.higueronresort.com

OF CONTEMPORARY UKRAINIAN ART

An exhibition of contemporary Ukrainian art and a sale of the works will take place from July 8 to 10 at the Wadström Tönnheim Gallery in Marbella. The aim is to support Ukrainian artists during the war, highlight contemporary Ukrainian culture, and foster vital connections between Spanish collectors and the artists. The exhibition will include paintings, graphic art, photography, and sculpture. i www.wadstromtonnheim.se