The countdown is on to the Marbella Legends Tournament, taking place at the Aloha Golf Club in Nueva Andalucia’s Golf Valley from the 14th to the 16th of February. This tournament is the first of the Legends Tour 2025, which was previously known as the European Senior Tour.
This tournament is wonderful to watch and it’s free to attend for the general public. Not only that, but there are opportunities for amateurs to play alongside their heroes too.
Whether you’re watching or playing, why not organize a holiday on the Costa del Golf to coincide with the Marbella Legends Tournament? You can play on some of the best courses, watch this great tournament and enjoy amazing restaurants, bars, nightlife and activities. Check out our Marbella vacation rentals, which make the perfect base for your golfing holiday.
It’s an honour to have Marbella chosen by the Legends Tour to be their first event of the new season. However, it’s not a surprise, when this is such a golfing hotspot, with some incredible golf courses and amazing facilities for golfers, such as golf shops, luxury accommodation and things to do, for players and spectators alike.
Marbella Legends is a three-day seniors tournament featuring some big names in the world of golf, including past winners of the Ryder Cup and the Masters. It also has a Pro-Am event taking place the day before. It is part of the PGA European Tour, so you can expect some very high-level play.
Aloha Golf Club is the venue for this three-day tournament. They are no strangers to hosting major competitions, having hosted the PGA Tour three times in recent years. Designed by Javier Arana, it is widely considered one of the best on the Costa del Sol, with a par of 72 and an overall length of 6,900 yards. It’s praised for its fast and well-maintained greens and the challenges of the narrow fairways and water hazards. It is also friendly, with a magnificent restaurant and social club.
It is located in Nueva Andalucia, which has a number of fantastic golf courses, very close together, as well as some excellent restaurants and bars, and is within easy reach of Puerto Banus and Marbella. Search for holiday rentals in Nueva Andalucia.
Who is playing in the Marbella Legends?
There are some big names playing in this tournament, including Spanish players Jose Maria Olazabal, who won the Ryder Cup twice and Miguel Angel Jimenez, who is a two times Masters Champion. Colin Montgomerie will also be playing, who was the Ryder Cup Captain and a five times Ryder Cup Winner.It also features Scottish golfer Paul Lawrie, New Zealand legend Michael Campbell who won the US Open in 2005, Argentina’s Angel Cabrera and England’s Roger Chapman.
You can see these amazing golfers playing at Aloha for free, and enjoy the stunning natural beauty and friendly welcome of this club. If you’re a golf fan who usually watches on the TV, it’s a great experience to see it in the flesh.
There are also opportunities to play alongside these greats with the Championship Pro-Am experience on the 13th of February, or the complete Legends Experience, where you can play alongside these incredible players in the tournament itself and live the life of a professional golfer. Find out more about these playing experiences.
About The Legends Tour
This is the new name for the European Seniors Tour which was formed in 1992 for professional golfers over the age of 50. It’s part of the PGA European Tour, DP World Tour and European Challenge Tour.
In 2020, there was an exciting new addition to this established tour, adding into the golf format the ability for amateurs to play along the professionals. The new look tour collaborates with top golf clubs and legendary golfers and creates a fantastic show for spectators who watch live and via TV. It then adds in the opportunity for amateurs to get involved and have unprecedented access to the professionals and all the aspects of a professional golf tournament.
Who organizes the Legends Tour?
It is organized by the European Tour Group and Staysure Founder and Group CEO Ryan Howsam to create a great experience for players and spectators alike.
What countries does the Legends Tour visit?
After Marbella, the Legends Tour will travel the globe starting in Barbados, then moving on to Ireland, USA, Greece, the UK, France, Germany, Italy and Mexico, before coming to an end in India in December. Check out the Schedule
Golf Holidays in Marbella
We’d love to welcome you to enjoy an amazing golf holiday in 2025. Come and watch amazing tournaments like the Marbella Legends, and stay a few more days to play on some of the area’s world-class courses, improve your game with golf classes and eat in some wonderful restaurants. You can play golf in Marbella throughout the year, thanks to our fantastic climate, but the peak golf season is spring and autumn. Contact us if you’re coming to watch the Marbella Legends and we’ll let you know what accommodation is available for you close to Aloha Golf Club, or in the area of your choice.
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[post_content] => We are very lucky to have some amazing restaurants in Marbella. Of course, there are lots of places to enjoy traditional Spanish cuisine, as well as fine dining, Michelin star restaurants and places offering food from around the globe.
When you’ve had your fill of paella, tapas and seafood, and just want something easy, delicious and comforting, pizza is hard to beat. You’re not alone in craving pizza, even on holiday! Pizza was voted the most popular food in the world in 2020, and featured in the number 2 spot for best dishes of the world in CNN Travel’s world’s best food dishes too.
So, there’s no surprise that you’ll find many different pizzerias in Marbella, from the chain delivery options, to neighbourhood pizza joints, and international restaurants, which serve pizzas alongside a huge number of other dishes.
Here are our favourite places which we think serve the best pizza in Marbella.
1. Zozoi – The best pizza restaurant in Marbella Old Town
Tucked away in one of the pretty squares of Marbella Old Town is the fantastic restaurant Zozoi, with a charming Andalusian-style patio. We love the varied menu and wonderful atmosphere and service at Zoizoi and the pizzas and pastas are fantastic. There’s a small selection, but they are very well made and tasty. The steaks are highly recommended too!
It’s a great option if you are staying in a holiday rental in Marbella Old Town.
2. La Pappardella, one of the best pizzas in Puerto Banus
If you’re staying in Puerto Banus, La Pappardella has been delighting customers with classic pizzas and pasta dishes for over 30 years. It was opened by a family from Naples in 1993, who still run the restaurant today. They pride themselves on offering authentic Italian food and a friendly atmosphere from the South of Italy. You’ll find traditional antipasti like Vitello Tonnato, Beef Carpaccio, Bruschetta and Burrata and tomato, alongside some Spanish favourites.
They have a wonderful selection of pasta dishes, as well as risotto and gnocchi, which are very traditional. For example, their Lasagna della Nonna, is a taste of their grandmother’s kitchen in Naples here in Puerto Banus. They have 17 different pizzas to choose from, including the classic Napoli Margherita, calzone, buffalo mozzarella toppings and even white pizzas to try. Round the meal off with a classic tiramisu or panna cotta for a truly Italian experience. It will be sure to be a favourite, if you’re staying in a holiday rental in Puerto Banus.
3. Pizzeria Picasso, the traditional Italian pizza in Puerto Banus
Also in Puerto Banus is the legendary Picasso Pizzeria, which has been offering freshly baked pizzas and delicious pasta dishes on the front line of Puerto Banus, since 1982. This is a real institution and there are often people queuing for a table. They are most famous for their pizzas, and they have 19 on the menu.
They offer all the traditional favourites, plus some very interesting innovations such as chicken tikka pizzas, a Greek pizza with feta cheese, and even a kebab pizza! You can also find a fantastic selection of pasta dishes and risotto too. But it’s a lot more than just pizza and pasta. They also have a wide range of starters, salads, meat dishes, fish and seafood and some really epic burgers. Leave room for their puddings, such as their crepes, and signature cheesecake and banoffee pot.
Highly recommended!
4. El Kapricho, on the Golden Mile
El Kapricho opened in March 2024, and has quickly gained a fantastic reputation for delicious food and great service. It has an excellent selection of innovative tapas, and delicious traditional Spanish food, alongside international favourites. Their burrata and mortadella pizza is fantastic and their burgers are amazing too. Located on Marbella’s Golden Mile, you can expect a modern, comfortable interior and a very warm welcome.
5. Cibo Trattoria, specialists in wood-fired pizzas
Here’s another great restaurant on the Golden Mile, which specialises in traditional Italian food, in a contemporary, stylish setting. They have an amazing selection of Antipasti, including melanzane parmigiana, bruschetta, arancini and vitello tonnato. In Cibo Trattoria there are a lot of delicious dishes on their menu, from salads, to pasta and risotto, and meat dishes from their Italian grill. However, the standout are their pizzas, cooked to order in their wood-fired oven. There are 12 to choose from, plus a special pizza of the week, and gluten free pizza bases are available too. There’s also a lounge area where you can relax with one of their amazing cocktails.
One of the favourite Italian restaurant groups in Marbella is Da Bruno. It’s been going since 1994 in Marbella, and they have four restaurants, on Marbella’s seafront promenade and Golden Mile, in San Pedro and in Cabopino. They offer authentic Italian food, in a beautiful setting, and often have live music, which makes for a special experience. Their pasta and pizza selection is delicious, as are their meat dishes and salads. As well as their restaurants, they also offer home delivery and takeaway and you can order online.
This is just a tiny selection of the pizzerias in Marbella. Wherever you’re staying, you’re sure to find a fantastic restaurant near you. Please feel free to ask us for our recommendations near your holiday rental in Marbella.
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[post_content] => Marbella is a thriving international town, which is not only a summer holiday destination, but a great place to live and work all year round. There’s a very active, diverse business community, alongside the traditional sectors of hospitality and real estate. The sun, sea and laid-back attitude makes the perfect backdrop to achieve the ideal work-life balance.
There are an astounding 153 nationalities calling Marbella home, and working in local businesses, setting up their own ventures, or being a digital nomad. Why don’t you join them?
If you’ve dreamt of working in Marbella, we hope this article will inspire you to make that dream a reality in 2025.
Why work in Marbella?
Marbella offers a whole host of opportunities for work, alongside a wonderful lifestyle.
It is a large district, not simply a town, which covers an area of 117 square kilometers, between Cabopino and San Pedro. According to Andalucia’s statistics department, there are over 150,000 registered residents in this area and 12.7% of those residents are international. It offers a great selection of public and private schools, libraries, health centers, shops, bars, restaurants and leisure activities. All of which offer opportunities for work, whether it’s to set up your own business, or to find work within an established company.
But of course, it’s not only the residents who are potential customers for businesses in Marbella. The influx of tourists, particularly during the peak period, offers an incredible opportunity for income. There were a whopping 10.8 million international arrivals to Andalucia between January and September 2024 and many of those flock to Marbella and the Costa del Sol, ready to shop, dine and enjoy their holiday to the full according to the report International Tourism Statistics for Andalucia of Andalucia.com.
Many of the international residents living in Marbella, have opened up their own business, to serve the expat population and tourists in their own language. You’ll find real estate agents, financial advisors, insurance companies, plumbers, electricians and builders, to name a few, all working for themselves and marketing to the international residents and tourists coming from their home country. Having a niche with the English, Swedish, German or Dutch community, really helps to stand out from the crowd.
Others have found jobs within these international businesses, so that speaking Spanish is not a problem. Those with language skills, have a lot of opportunities within Spanish businesses too, who know they must have staff who can speak at least English, and ideally other languages too.
Since the introduction of the digital nomad visa, a new influx of people have arrived to work in Marbella, without having to worry about finding a job, or setting up a business. They already have a remote job in another country and can now work from Marbella and enjoy all the benefits of the wonderful climate, lifestyle and lower cost of living, while continuing with their job. This is a great new way of life which offers a world of possibilities!
What brings all of these international people of working age together, is their sense of adventure and search for a better life in the sunshine. They are willing to navigate the language barrier and cultural differences to have a lifestyle that they could never even dream of at home. And we’d agree – it’s worth every challenge you face.
Work in Marbella: Interesting facts
There are lots of strong sectors in Marbella and the Malaga province as a whole, so don’t think that it’s just tourism!
According to Malaga Open for Business, “the most dynamic sectors are Tourism, Construction, Agriculture, Technology Services and Logistics”. There’s been a lot of growth in the technology sector in the last decade.
Many international companies are being attracted by the low cost of living, position in Europe, travel connections and lifestyle. In just five years, 90 international companies chose the province for expansion, creating 7,000 new jobs, and this is boosting the employment figures, and pushing up salaries too. They explain that, “the average salary in Malaga has grown by 25% in the past ten years. According to the latest data from the Spanish Tax Agency, in 2022 the annual average salary in Malaga was €19,443”.
In Marbella, you’ll find jobs and opportunities within the real estate industries, alongside tourism, construction, retail and the service sector. Recently, there’s been a growth in the tech sector, with online gaming companies choosing Marbella as a base. The retail sector is growing fast as well, with 29% of employees in the Malaga province working in retail. Exports of food products, particularly olive oil, and the aerospace sector is growing and is a very important source of jobs and opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs.
If you are good at selling, there are lots of jobs on offer in the real estate sector, with many businesses finding it very hard to get the right team members.
If you speak several languages, then you will be able to access lots of jobs in hotels, bars and restaurants, particularly in the peak season. Again, we’re hearing reports of restaurants in particular struggling to employ reliable staff members and so there’s a lot of opportunity for work and career progression.
Where to invest on the Costa del Sol?
Malaga is in the top three provinces for investment in Spain!
There are many investment opportunities on the Costa del Sol. Many of these are in real estate. For example, Malaga City has a selection of investment catalogues for real estate investment opportunities for office buildings, residential developments, logistics centers, public facilities and hotels.
Many individuals and businesses have invested in residential real estate for holiday rentals and although this sector is facing some challenging new legislations, the long-term rental sector is booming, with lack of supply and high demand pushing prices up.
Franchises are also a popular investment, bringing international business models, with strong brands and marketing to the area, in a wide range of sectors.
The Malaga province understands the importance of foreign investments and startups, and Spain offers various tax incentives for foreign investors and support for international investors.
Best business opportunities in Marbella
There are many existing businesses for sale in Marbella, which allows entrepreneurs to take over an established brand, and take advantage of an existing client base, as well as facilities and equipment. This can be a quick way to get started and begin generating income fast.
Another sector which is really booming is the real estate industry. The property market in Marbella is really hot, and there’s interest from many international buyers, from a wide range of countries. Marbella is a safe place, with a strong economy and a great climate and way of life and that’s appealing for so many, especially in turbulent times. The lack of reliance on any one nationality, protects Marbella from economic or political changes abroad. Add to this, the lack of supply of quality properties, and this is pushing prices up and offering real estate agents excellent opportunities for generating income.
What appeals to many about the real estate sector, is that the costs of entry are quite low, and the potential commissions are high. There are many jobs in existing companies available, and while many are commission-only roles, if you’re a good sales person the rewards can be fantastic.
The tourism industry is obviously an excellent sector for Marbella, and the town hall has been working hard to extend the peak season, by appealing to different segments of the market. Golfers are excellent off peak tourists, with high spending power, and the area is growing in strength as a health tourism destination too, for procedures such as dentistry, plastic surgery and hair transplants.
Opportunities in the tourist sector extend beyond simply accommodation. The trend for experience-based travel is opening up more opportunities for companies offering tours, classes, wellness, health and gastronomy experiences. Service professionals such as concierge, transfers, chefs, beauticians, hairdressers, personal trainers, cleaners and maintenance professionals and more, all serve the tourist industry, so there are lots of opportunities in this field to start your own business.
Technology and digital marketing are also growth areas, with business opportunities in the online gaming and tech industries in Marbella.
Restaurants, hotels and bars are also always in high demand, particularly in the peak season. Off peak is also growing in strength, offering more business opportunities year-round. Opening a restaurant offering an unusual cuisine, or catering to a particular segment of the international resident population and giving them a taste of home is a good business opportunity. But you need to have something which makes you stand out from the crowd, or be in an excellent location, as competition is high.
Telework from Marbella
Working remotely for an international company while living in Marbella offers excellent opportunities. It enables people to work in their chosen field, earn an international salary, while enjoying the lower cost of living and incredible way of life that Marbella offers.
One way of doing this is to take a workation in Marbella, an extended period away from the office, in this stunning place, working remotely. We’re seeing a growth in this trend from companies and their employees wanting to avoid burnout, retain staff and boost their productivity.
There are dedicated visas for teleworkers. As the Foreign Ministry explains, these “allow nationals of third countries who travel to Spain to carry out a remote work or professional activity for companies located outside the national territory, through the exclusive use of computer, telematics and telecommunication media and systems.” This is also known as the digital nomad visa.
Jobs that are suitable for telework can really be anything where you don’t need to be face to face with a customer, for example –
Social Media Manager
Call Center Representative
Data Entry Clerk
Customer Service Associate
Content Writer
We believe that Marbella is a wonderful place to live and work, for short and long term and a fantastic place to bring up a family. As you can see, there are plenty of business opportunities and jobs available and visas which allow you to work here legally, so we’d encourage you to take the plunge and join us in Marbella!
If you’re thinking about working in Marbella, we have a great selection of luxury rentals for digital nomads as well as long term rentals in Marbella.
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Andalucia is a paradise for golfers, with over 90 courses in all – that’s more than any other region in Spain! With so many fantastic golf courses in Andalucia, plus wonderful weather all year round, this area is an obvious choice for organizers of golf tournaments. Add to that the top-class accommodation and everything visitors could want, and it’s no wonder that so many golf tournaments are played in Andalucia every year.
As big golf fans, we’re really looking forward to seeing some of the world’s best golfers play in Andalucia in 2025. There are so many golf tournaments to look forward to. There are many professional tournaments where you can see some amazing players in action, and many others for amateurs, which you can take part in yourselves.
Here’s our guide to some of the best golf tournaments in Andalucia, plus when and where they are taking place. More information is released by the organizers and golf clubs closer to the dates, so check back if you’re planning to visit one in particular, or contact the golf club, or the Andalusian Golf Federation directly to enquire about playing or watching the action.
February
Campeonato de Sevilla 2025, Real Club Pineda de Sevilla, Seville
The beautiful and historic Real Club Pineda is hosting this competition in February. This is one of the first Andalucia golf tournaments of the year. Operating since 1940, this golf club and equestrian centre is a lovely place to visit to watch or play golf, tennis, padel, football, croquet and more. The cafeteria and the bar are open for refreshments and there will be lots of great golf on show. Prizes will be presented on the 9th of February around 16.30 if you want to see who will be crowned the winner.
Marbella’s Aloha Golf Course is hosting the first tournament of the Legends Tour from the 14th to the 16th of February. This golf tournament in Andalucia is a European Senior Tour, for players over 50. This event is free to attend for the general public, so you can see Legends of the game up close and personal! There’s also the opportunity for passionate amateur players to play alongside their idols with their Legends Experience.
This golf tournament in Andalucia is hosted by the Bellavista Golf Club in Huelva, which opened its doors in 1916. It’s a wonderful location for a golf tournament, which hosts over 100 sporting events per year. This 18-hole championship course is in a stunning setting, with fast greens, wide fairways and offers a highly technical challenge.
The tour organized by the Royal Andalusian Golf Federation year after year continues to add competitiveness, excitement and talent among the participants.
The Almerimar Golf Course is a 27-hole course, designed by Gary Player, which is well known for its beauty. It is a favourite for golf tournaments because of its versatile and flexible layout. It will be hosting two golf tournaments in May, and more details will be released shortly.
The Professional Circuit is an Andalusian golf tournament, which was launched in 2016 by the RFGA and the Andalusian Professional Golfers’ Association. This tournament offers professional players in the region the chance to compete for cash prizes on some of the most iconic golf courses in Andalucia.
In May, it’s coming to the Chaparral Golf Club, in the Malaga province. This is a spectacular parkland forest course, with amazing scenery, within easy access of Malaga airport. Designed by the so-called “Picasso of Golf” Pepe Gancedo, it offers a unique golfing experience with stunning views and is a wonderful place to play and watch golf.
The Andalusian Professionals’ Circuit is heading to Cordoba on the 9th of June, for a golf tournament at the Club de Campo de Cordoba. This course is in a stunning area of woodland, and is a 18-hole, par 72 course, which is technically challenging. As well as the golf course, there’s great tennis and padel tennis facilities, pool, gym and kids’ playgrounds and some great options to relax and socialise with other passionate golfers. This makes it an excellent place to watch all the action as part of this golf tournament in Andalucia.
The action returns to the Costa del Sol later in the month, to the golfing hotspot of Sotogrande. La Cañada Golf plays host to the tournament. This golf course was designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. and is known for its entertaining fairways and fast greens. The restaurant is great, and it is popular as one of the most affordable golf courses to play on in the Sotogrande area.
This tournament in Jerez is part of the World Amateur Golf Ranking, where male and female amateur golfers can earn points for their personal rankings from official events such as these. It is open to all ages and follows a Stroke Play format. Sherry Golf is a fantastic 18-hole course and the location of this tournament. It also offers a natural grass driving range, putting green and chipping green. Combine a visit to this golf tournament in Andalucia with a tour of the Tio Pepe Sherry Factory and a stroll around the historic city of Jerez.
July
In July, the Isla Canela Links Course in Huelva hosts two amateur golf tournaments.
This is an amateur tournament for senior players, over 50 years old, playing in pairs. Players must have a licence from the Spanish Golf Federation and a handicap certificate. It follows a Stroke Play Scratch format over two consecutive days. The first day will be played 18 holes Four Balls Best Ball. The second day will be played 18 holes, under the individual formula (Canada Cup), adding for classification purposes the three rounds played. Registrations need to be made via the Andalusian Golf Federation. This tournament is taking place in Isla Canela Golf Course in Huelva, ranked in the top 100 golf courses in continental Europe.
One of the biggest golf tournaments in Andalucia for 2025 is Liv Golf. This new golf league is shaking up the world of golf and serving up even more high-octane action through 2025, with the sport’s biggest personalities showcasing their skills on the world stage. You can get tickets to watch all the action at the iconic Valderrama golf course in Sotogrande. They say, “This is golf, but not as you know it. 13 teams. 54 Players. No cuts. And shotgun starts.”
The Final of the Professional Andalucian Golf Circuit will be fought out at Lauro Golf in Alhaurin de la Torre in August, to crown the champion, under sunny skies. This epic course has 27 holes and 30 years of history and hosts a wide range of professional and amateur golf tournaments throughout the year. View the tournament calendar. There’s also lots of other things to do, such as padel tennis, horse-riding and lawn bowls.
Golf Holidays on the Costa del Sol
Why not combine watching, or playing in one of these great golf tournaments in Andalucia, with a golf holiday on the Costa del Sol? This area is known as the Costa del Golf, due to the high concentration of excellent golf courses and it’s easy to take a day trip to watch one of these golf tournaments.
The peak golf season on the Costa del Sol is spring and autumn, but the weather is great all year round, so choose the tournament you like the look of the most, or a month with a few close together and book your holiday around that.
You’re spoilt for choice with some incredible golf courses on the Costa del Sol, as well as clubs with academies where you can improve your game during your holiday in Marbella with golf classes. Because it’s such a golfing hotspot, you’ll also find golf shops to update your gear and fantastic restaurants and bars to enjoy discussing your game.
We have a wide range of holiday rentals on the Costa del Golf, within easy reach of some amazing golf courses. These make the perfect base for any golf holiday on the Costa del Sol!
The countdown is on to the Marbella Legends Tournament, taking place at the Aloha Golf Club in Nueva Andalucia’s Golf Valley from the 14th to the 16th of February. This tournament is the first of the Legends Tour 2025, which was previously known as the European Senior Tour.
This tournament is wonderful to watch and it’s free to attend for the general public. Not only that, but there are opportunities for amateurs to play alongside their heroes too.
Whether you’re watching or playing, why not organize a holiday on the Costa del Golf to coincide with the Marbella Legends Tournament? You can play on some of the best courses, watch this great tournament and enjoy amazing restaurants, bars, nightlife and activities. Check out our Marbella vacation rentals, which make the perfect base for your golfing holiday.
It’s an honour to have Marbella chosen by the Legends Tour to be their first event of the new season. However, it’s not a surprise, when this is such a golfing hotspot, with some incredible golf courses and amazing facilities for golfers, such as golf shops, luxury accommodation and things to do, for players and spectators alike.
Marbella Legends is a three-day seniors tournament featuring some big names in the world of golf, including past winners of the Ryder Cup and the Masters. It also has a Pro-Am event taking place the day before. It is part of the PGA European Tour, so you can expect some very high-level play.
Aloha Golf Club is the venue for this three-day tournament. They are no strangers to hosting major competitions, having hosted the PGA Tour three times in recent years. Designed by Javier Arana, it is widely considered one of the best on the Costa del Sol, with a par of 72 and an overall length of 6,900 yards. It’s praised for its fast and well-maintained greens and the challenges of the narrow fairways and water hazards. It is also friendly, with a magnificent restaurant and social club.
It is located in Nueva Andalucia, which has a number of fantastic golf courses, very close together, as well as some excellent restaurants and bars, and is within easy reach of Puerto Banus and Marbella. Search for holiday rentals in Nueva Andalucia.
Who is playing in the Marbella Legends?
There are some big names playing in this tournament, including Spanish players Jose Maria Olazabal, who won the Ryder Cup twice and Miguel Angel Jimenez, who is a two times Masters Champion. Colin Montgomerie will also be playing, who was the Ryder Cup Captain and a five times Ryder Cup Winner.It also features Scottish golfer Paul Lawrie, New Zealand legend Michael Campbell who won the US Open in 2005, Argentina’s Angel Cabrera and England’s Roger Chapman.
You can see these amazing golfers playing at Aloha for free, and enjoy the stunning natural beauty and friendly welcome of this club. If you’re a golf fan who usually watches on the TV, it’s a great experience to see it in the flesh.
There are also opportunities to play alongside these greats with the Championship Pro-Am experience on the 13th of February, or the complete Legends Experience, where you can play alongside these incredible players in the tournament itself and live the life of a professional golfer. Find out more about these playing experiences.
About The Legends Tour
This is the new name for the European Seniors Tour which was formed in 1992 for professional golfers over the age of 50. It’s part of the PGA European Tour, DP World Tour and European Challenge Tour.
In 2020, there was an exciting new addition to this established tour, adding into the golf format the ability for amateurs to play along the professionals. The new look tour collaborates with top golf clubs and legendary golfers and creates a fantastic show for spectators who watch live and via TV. It then adds in the opportunity for amateurs to get involved and have unprecedented access to the professionals and all the aspects of a professional golf tournament.
Who organizes the Legends Tour?
It is organized by the European Tour Group and Staysure Founder and Group CEO Ryan Howsam to create a great experience for players and spectators alike.
What countries does the Legends Tour visit?
After Marbella, the Legends Tour will travel the globe starting in Barbados, then moving on to Ireland, USA, Greece, the UK, France, Germany, Italy and Mexico, before coming to an end in India in December. Check out the Schedule
Golf Holidays in Marbella
We’d love to welcome you to enjoy an amazing golf holiday in 2025. Come and watch amazing tournaments like the Marbella Legends, and stay a few more days to play on some of the area’s world-class courses, improve your game with golf classes and eat in some wonderful restaurants. You can play golf in Marbella throughout the year, thanks to our fantastic climate, but the peak golf season is spring and autumn. Contact us if you’re coming to watch the Marbella Legends and we’ll let you know what accommodation is available for you close to Aloha Golf Club, or in the area of your choice.
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[post_content] => We are very lucky to have some amazing restaurants in Marbella. Of course, there are lots of places to enjoy traditional Spanish cuisine, as well as fine dining, Michelin star restaurants and places offering food from around the globe.
When you’ve had your fill of paella, tapas and seafood, and just want something easy, delicious and comforting, pizza is hard to beat. You’re not alone in craving pizza, even on holiday! Pizza was voted the most popular food in the world in 2020, and featured in the number 2 spot for best dishes of the world in CNN Travel’s world’s best food dishes too.
So, there’s no surprise that you’ll find many different pizzerias in Marbella, from the chain delivery options, to neighbourhood pizza joints, and international restaurants, which serve pizzas alongside a huge number of other dishes.
Here are our favourite places which we think serve the best pizza in Marbella.
1. Zozoi – The best pizza restaurant in Marbella Old Town
Tucked away in one of the pretty squares of Marbella Old Town is the fantastic restaurant Zozoi, with a charming Andalusian-style patio. We love the varied menu and wonderful atmosphere and service at Zoizoi and the pizzas and pastas are fantastic. There’s a small selection, but they are very well made and tasty. The steaks are highly recommended too!
It’s a great option if you are staying in a holiday rental in Marbella Old Town.
2. La Pappardella, one of the best pizzas in Puerto Banus
If you’re staying in Puerto Banus, La Pappardella has been delighting customers with classic pizzas and pasta dishes for over 30 years. It was opened by a family from Naples in 1993, who still run the restaurant today. They pride themselves on offering authentic Italian food and a friendly atmosphere from the South of Italy. You’ll find traditional antipasti like Vitello Tonnato, Beef Carpaccio, Bruschetta and Burrata and tomato, alongside some Spanish favourites.
They have a wonderful selection of pasta dishes, as well as risotto and gnocchi, which are very traditional. For example, their Lasagna della Nonna, is a taste of their grandmother’s kitchen in Naples here in Puerto Banus. They have 17 different pizzas to choose from, including the classic Napoli Margherita, calzone, buffalo mozzarella toppings and even white pizzas to try. Round the meal off with a classic tiramisu or panna cotta for a truly Italian experience. It will be sure to be a favourite, if you’re staying in a holiday rental in Puerto Banus.
3. Pizzeria Picasso, the traditional Italian pizza in Puerto Banus
Also in Puerto Banus is the legendary Picasso Pizzeria, which has been offering freshly baked pizzas and delicious pasta dishes on the front line of Puerto Banus, since 1982. This is a real institution and there are often people queuing for a table. They are most famous for their pizzas, and they have 19 on the menu.
They offer all the traditional favourites, plus some very interesting innovations such as chicken tikka pizzas, a Greek pizza with feta cheese, and even a kebab pizza! You can also find a fantastic selection of pasta dishes and risotto too. But it’s a lot more than just pizza and pasta. They also have a wide range of starters, salads, meat dishes, fish and seafood and some really epic burgers. Leave room for their puddings, such as their crepes, and signature cheesecake and banoffee pot.
Highly recommended!
4. El Kapricho, on the Golden Mile
El Kapricho opened in March 2024, and has quickly gained a fantastic reputation for delicious food and great service. It has an excellent selection of innovative tapas, and delicious traditional Spanish food, alongside international favourites. Their burrata and mortadella pizza is fantastic and their burgers are amazing too. Located on Marbella’s Golden Mile, you can expect a modern, comfortable interior and a very warm welcome.
5. Cibo Trattoria, specialists in wood-fired pizzas
Here’s another great restaurant on the Golden Mile, which specialises in traditional Italian food, in a contemporary, stylish setting. They have an amazing selection of Antipasti, including melanzane parmigiana, bruschetta, arancini and vitello tonnato. In Cibo Trattoria there are a lot of delicious dishes on their menu, from salads, to pasta and risotto, and meat dishes from their Italian grill. However, the standout are their pizzas, cooked to order in their wood-fired oven. There are 12 to choose from, plus a special pizza of the week, and gluten free pizza bases are available too. There’s also a lounge area where you can relax with one of their amazing cocktails.
One of the favourite Italian restaurant groups in Marbella is Da Bruno. It’s been going since 1994 in Marbella, and they have four restaurants, on Marbella’s seafront promenade and Golden Mile, in San Pedro and in Cabopino. They offer authentic Italian food, in a beautiful setting, and often have live music, which makes for a special experience. Their pasta and pizza selection is delicious, as are their meat dishes and salads. As well as their restaurants, they also offer home delivery and takeaway and you can order online.
This is just a tiny selection of the pizzerias in Marbella. Wherever you’re staying, you’re sure to find a fantastic restaurant near you. Please feel free to ask us for our recommendations near your holiday rental in Marbella.
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[post_content] => Marbella is a thriving international town, which is not only a summer holiday destination, but a great place to live and work all year round. There’s a very active, diverse business community, alongside the traditional sectors of hospitality and real estate. The sun, sea and laid-back attitude makes the perfect backdrop to achieve the ideal work-life balance.
There are an astounding 153 nationalities calling Marbella home, and working in local businesses, setting up their own ventures, or being a digital nomad. Why don’t you join them?
If you’ve dreamt of working in Marbella, we hope this article will inspire you to make that dream a reality in 2025.
Why work in Marbella?
Marbella offers a whole host of opportunities for work, alongside a wonderful lifestyle.
It is a large district, not simply a town, which covers an area of 117 square kilometers, between Cabopino and San Pedro. According to Andalucia’s statistics department, there are over 150,000 registered residents in this area and 12.7% of those residents are international. It offers a great selection of public and private schools, libraries, health centers, shops, bars, restaurants and leisure activities. All of which offer opportunities for work, whether it’s to set up your own business, or to find work within an established company.
But of course, it’s not only the residents who are potential customers for businesses in Marbella. The influx of tourists, particularly during the peak period, offers an incredible opportunity for income. There were a whopping 10.8 million international arrivals to Andalucia between January and September 2024 and many of those flock to Marbella and the Costa del Sol, ready to shop, dine and enjoy their holiday to the full according to the report International Tourism Statistics for Andalucia of Andalucia.com.
Many of the international residents living in Marbella, have opened up their own business, to serve the expat population and tourists in their own language. You’ll find real estate agents, financial advisors, insurance companies, plumbers, electricians and builders, to name a few, all working for themselves and marketing to the international residents and tourists coming from their home country. Having a niche with the English, Swedish, German or Dutch community, really helps to stand out from the crowd.
Others have found jobs within these international businesses, so that speaking Spanish is not a problem. Those with language skills, have a lot of opportunities within Spanish businesses too, who know they must have staff who can speak at least English, and ideally other languages too.
Since the introduction of the digital nomad visa, a new influx of people have arrived to work in Marbella, without having to worry about finding a job, or setting up a business. They already have a remote job in another country and can now work from Marbella and enjoy all the benefits of the wonderful climate, lifestyle and lower cost of living, while continuing with their job. This is a great new way of life which offers a world of possibilities!
What brings all of these international people of working age together, is their sense of adventure and search for a better life in the sunshine. They are willing to navigate the language barrier and cultural differences to have a lifestyle that they could never even dream of at home. And we’d agree – it’s worth every challenge you face.
Work in Marbella: Interesting facts
There are lots of strong sectors in Marbella and the Malaga province as a whole, so don’t think that it’s just tourism!
According to Malaga Open for Business, “the most dynamic sectors are Tourism, Construction, Agriculture, Technology Services and Logistics”. There’s been a lot of growth in the technology sector in the last decade.
Many international companies are being attracted by the low cost of living, position in Europe, travel connections and lifestyle. In just five years, 90 international companies chose the province for expansion, creating 7,000 new jobs, and this is boosting the employment figures, and pushing up salaries too. They explain that, “the average salary in Malaga has grown by 25% in the past ten years. According to the latest data from the Spanish Tax Agency, in 2022 the annual average salary in Malaga was €19,443”.
In Marbella, you’ll find jobs and opportunities within the real estate industries, alongside tourism, construction, retail and the service sector. Recently, there’s been a growth in the tech sector, with online gaming companies choosing Marbella as a base. The retail sector is growing fast as well, with 29% of employees in the Malaga province working in retail. Exports of food products, particularly olive oil, and the aerospace sector is growing and is a very important source of jobs and opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs.
If you are good at selling, there are lots of jobs on offer in the real estate sector, with many businesses finding it very hard to get the right team members.
If you speak several languages, then you will be able to access lots of jobs in hotels, bars and restaurants, particularly in the peak season. Again, we’re hearing reports of restaurants in particular struggling to employ reliable staff members and so there’s a lot of opportunity for work and career progression.
Where to invest on the Costa del Sol?
Malaga is in the top three provinces for investment in Spain!
There are many investment opportunities on the Costa del Sol. Many of these are in real estate. For example, Malaga City has a selection of investment catalogues for real estate investment opportunities for office buildings, residential developments, logistics centers, public facilities and hotels.
Many individuals and businesses have invested in residential real estate for holiday rentals and although this sector is facing some challenging new legislations, the long-term rental sector is booming, with lack of supply and high demand pushing prices up.
Franchises are also a popular investment, bringing international business models, with strong brands and marketing to the area, in a wide range of sectors.
The Malaga province understands the importance of foreign investments and startups, and Spain offers various tax incentives for foreign investors and support for international investors.
Best business opportunities in Marbella
There are many existing businesses for sale in Marbella, which allows entrepreneurs to take over an established brand, and take advantage of an existing client base, as well as facilities and equipment. This can be a quick way to get started and begin generating income fast.
Another sector which is really booming is the real estate industry. The property market in Marbella is really hot, and there’s interest from many international buyers, from a wide range of countries. Marbella is a safe place, with a strong economy and a great climate and way of life and that’s appealing for so many, especially in turbulent times. The lack of reliance on any one nationality, protects Marbella from economic or political changes abroad. Add to this, the lack of supply of quality properties, and this is pushing prices up and offering real estate agents excellent opportunities for generating income.
What appeals to many about the real estate sector, is that the costs of entry are quite low, and the potential commissions are high. There are many jobs in existing companies available, and while many are commission-only roles, if you’re a good sales person the rewards can be fantastic.
The tourism industry is obviously an excellent sector for Marbella, and the town hall has been working hard to extend the peak season, by appealing to different segments of the market. Golfers are excellent off peak tourists, with high spending power, and the area is growing in strength as a health tourism destination too, for procedures such as dentistry, plastic surgery and hair transplants.
Opportunities in the tourist sector extend beyond simply accommodation. The trend for experience-based travel is opening up more opportunities for companies offering tours, classes, wellness, health and gastronomy experiences. Service professionals such as concierge, transfers, chefs, beauticians, hairdressers, personal trainers, cleaners and maintenance professionals and more, all serve the tourist industry, so there are lots of opportunities in this field to start your own business.
Technology and digital marketing are also growth areas, with business opportunities in the online gaming and tech industries in Marbella.
Restaurants, hotels and bars are also always in high demand, particularly in the peak season. Off peak is also growing in strength, offering more business opportunities year-round. Opening a restaurant offering an unusual cuisine, or catering to a particular segment of the international resident population and giving them a taste of home is a good business opportunity. But you need to have something which makes you stand out from the crowd, or be in an excellent location, as competition is high.
Telework from Marbella
Working remotely for an international company while living in Marbella offers excellent opportunities. It enables people to work in their chosen field, earn an international salary, while enjoying the lower cost of living and incredible way of life that Marbella offers.
One way of doing this is to take a workation in Marbella, an extended period away from the office, in this stunning place, working remotely. We’re seeing a growth in this trend from companies and their employees wanting to avoid burnout, retain staff and boost their productivity.
There are dedicated visas for teleworkers. As the Foreign Ministry explains, these “allow nationals of third countries who travel to Spain to carry out a remote work or professional activity for companies located outside the national territory, through the exclusive use of computer, telematics and telecommunication media and systems.” This is also known as the digital nomad visa.
Jobs that are suitable for telework can really be anything where you don’t need to be face to face with a customer, for example –
Social Media Manager
Call Center Representative
Data Entry Clerk
Customer Service Associate
Content Writer
We believe that Marbella is a wonderful place to live and work, for short and long term and a fantastic place to bring up a family. As you can see, there are plenty of business opportunities and jobs available and visas which allow you to work here legally, so we’d encourage you to take the plunge and join us in Marbella!
If you’re thinking about working in Marbella, we have a great selection of luxury rentals for digital nomads as well as long term rentals in Marbella.
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