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48 hours in Málaga (a local-paced itinerary)
Two days of food, culture, and sea, without the tourist fatigue.
Neighborhoods, explained (where to stay & the vibe map)
Centro, Soho, El Palo, Pedregalejo… pick your Málaga.
Málaga Coffee Translator
Order like a local in 10 seconds. Yes, it's a thing.
The tapas rulebook (short, useful, honest)
What to order, how to pay, and how not to stand out.
Picasso's Málaga (An interactive light journey)
See the city through the 9 eyes of its most famous son.
Málaga Survival Guide (Getting around & local tips)
Transport, timing, slang, and local secrets. Navigate without looking like a tourist.
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Málaga’s Winter 2026 Art Agenda: Picasso and Mona Kuhn Take Center Stage
Escape the winter chill with Málaga's top cultural picks. From intimate etchings at the Museo Picasso to contemporary photography at MUPAM, here is what defines the city's art scene this season.
Málaga Startup Network Launches: A New Hub for 27 High-Potential Companies
BIC Euronova unveils the Málaga Startup Network, a new initiative designed to unify the local innovation ecosystem and highlight 27 of the city's most promising startups for 2026.
Beyond Software: IMEC Chip Innovation Center Redefines Málaga TechPark
Málaga is pivoting from a digital nomad hub to a heavy engineering stronghold. The arrival of IMEC's semiconductor innovation center validates the city's role in the European hardware strategy.
Escape the City: 36 Málaga Villages Actively Seeking New Residents
With rising costs on the coast, over 30 inland villages in Málaga are rolling out the red carpet for remote workers and families seeking a slower pace of life and lower rents.
Málaga 2026: Deep Tech and Big Law Solidify the Business Ecosystem
The city moves beyond its startup reputation as IMEC confirms a chip innovation center at the PTA and legal giant Andersen executes its fifth strategic integration in Málaga.
Tourism Boom: Be Mate Adds 3 New Buildings in Málaga
Short-term rental management firm Be Mate strengthens its foothold in Málaga with three new buildings, forecasting 45,000 guests this year. The move signals continued corporate confidence in the city as a premier year-round destination.
Red Alert in Málaga: Torrential Rain and the ES-Alert Phone Alarm Explained
Málaga has entered a Red Alert status for severe rainfall. If your phone just emitted a loud alarm, read this to understand the ES-Alert system and current safety warnings.
Gastro Radar: From the Best Chiringuito of 2025 to New Rooftop Luxury
Málaga's dining scene offers a delicious contrast this season. We look at the reigning champion of beach dining in El Candado and compare it with the city's newest high-end arrival at the ME Málaga hotel.
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The Village of 450 Residents Transforming into a Global Digital Nomad Hub
Deep in the Genal Valley, the tiny municipality of Benarrabá is fighting rural depopulation by trading isolation for fiber optics. Here is how a traditional white village became a hotspot for international remote workers.
Best Chiringuito 2025: ‘La Taberna del Puerto’ Takes the Crown
In a surprising twist, the award for Málaga's best chiringuito of 2025 has gone to a venue without a sea view. Discover why La Taberna del Puerto won over the judges with its commitment to product over location.
The Bridge of Gratitude: 125 Years Since the Gneisenau Shipwreck
Why does Málaga have a 'Bridge of the Germans'? We explore the tragic 1900 shipwreck and the heroic rescue effort that earned the city its 'Very Hospitable' title and a lasting bond with Germany.
El Borge: The ‘Raisin Capital’ Hidden in Málaga’s Axarquía
Escape the coastal crowds and discover El Borge, a designated 'Pueblo Mágico' famous for its sweet Moscatel wine, bandit history, and authentic Andalusian charm.