http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/Marbella-blog.html The Marbella blog keeps you up-to-date with the actuality in Marbella, as well as all additions and changes to the marbellafamilyfun.com website. Subscribe here. en-us converted home Thu, 17 May 2012 13:53:05 GMT Thu, 17 May 2012 13:53:05 GMT marbellafamilyfun.com http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/marbella-montessori-school.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/marbella-montessori-school.html If you are looking for a school for your toddler (or even baby!) Marbella Montessori School is a fantastic environment for children as young as 3 months to 6 yrs old to learn and develop their skills, creativity and education in a small friendly and caring community. Watch the short video to understand the Montessori method. Thu, 17 May 2012 13:53:02 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/inspiration-talent-creation-showcase.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/inspiration-talent-creation-showcase.html Taking place on Saturday June 9th at The Loft Bar in Calahonda, at 12-30 noon - 5.00pm, The Inspiration, Talent & Creation Showcase will be open to like Wed, 16 May 2012 15:23:57 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/wwwcakedecorationstorecom.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/wwwcakedecorationstorecom.html CAKE DECORATION STORE! Welcome to the Cake Decoration Store! We have brought together everything you need to make your own stylish and original cupcakes, Wed, 16 May 2012 13:02:50 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/atletico-las-chapas-charity-fun-day.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/atletico-las-chapas-charity-fun-day.html Atletico Las Chapas Charity Fun Day - 16th June 2012 Where: Campo de fútbol Santa María Las Chapas. When: On Saturday 16th June 3pm - 9pm We will be Wed, 16 May 2012 11:14:59 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/vesarte-marbella.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/vesarte-marbella.html VesArte Marbella is a cultural program organized by the Marbella Youth Delegation that will be presenting music, dance and other cultural events in the Wed, 16 May 2012 10:38:41 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/marbella-montessori-school-summer-club.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/marbella-montessori-school-summer-club.html The Marbella Montessori School summer club in San Pedro de Alcantara starts Monday 30 July until Friday 10 August. The club is open Monday to Friday from Wed, 16 May 2012 09:56:24 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/car-maintenance-classes-in-marbella.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/car-maintenance-classes-in-marbella.html Hello all, I am about to buy a second hand car and know nothing about car mechanics. I would like to take a basic car maintenance class to teach me how Wed, 16 May 2012 09:49:48 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/maison-afrique-du-sud.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/maison-afrique-du-sud.html Check out the summer 2012 collection at Maison Afrique du Sud in Marbella where you can find some of the most luxurious and unique collection of sofas on the Costa del Sol. All of their furniture is designed and handmade in South Africa. The showroom is so nice and comfortable you will enjoy just browsing around with a nice coffee and chat with the sales force. Really pleasant. Tue, 15 May 2012 11:21:45 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/the-british-school-of-marbella-summer-school.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/the-british-school-of-marbella-summer-school.html The British School of Marbella summer school runs this year from July 9 to August 24 for children aged 18 months to 8 years old Monday to Friday from 9:00am until 1:00pm. Children will have fun with all kinds of activities both academic and relaxing such as maths, phonics, reading, writing, speaking and listening as well as sports, games, field trips and more. Tue, 15 May 2012 11:19:26 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/itv-in-marbella.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/itv-in-marbella.html If you're looking for the new ITV station in San Pedro, click here. Read on for helpful hints... Today I had an appointment for my car at the ITV (Inspección Tue, 15 May 2012 10:54:29 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/calpe-summer-school.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/calpe-summer-school.html Calpe Summer School 2012 runs Monday to Friday, 10am – 2pm, for 4 weeks between 2nd and 27th July. Our themed weeks provide a unique, dynamic learning Tue, 15 May 2012 10:29:17 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/the-british-school-of-marbella-summer-school.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/the-british-school-of-marbella-summer-school.html The British School of Marbella summer school runs from July 9 to August 24, 2012 for children aged 18 months to 8 years old. The program runs from 9:00am Tue, 15 May 2012 10:14:59 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/great-nutrition-company.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/great-nutrition-company.html If you don't know already how bad artificial sweeteners are for you, then watch this video. The Great Nutrition Company offers Advantage - a safe sugar substitute that is NOT metabolized by the body passing through unchanged. The sweetening ingredient is Acelsulphame K. The Great Nutrition Company is based right here in Marbella and can deliver overseas too. Mon, 14 May 2012 13:52:11 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/la-fishita-marbella.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/la-fishita-marbella.html La Fishita Marbella is a fantastic new restaurant on the Costa del Sol where fresh fish and crispy chips are always on the menu! Sun, 13 May 2012 08:22:29 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/paintball-mountain.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/paintball-mountain.html Welcome to Paintball Mountain. We are open all year round but to avoid disappointment please ensure you make a booking Paintball Málaga, on Paintball Fri, 11 May 2012 16:38:21 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/the-international-school-estepona-summer-school.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/the-international-school-estepona-summer-school.html The International School Estepona is holding a Summer Club Monday 2nd July to Friday 27th July 2012 for children aged 3 - 10. The Summer Club programme Fri, 11 May 2012 15:12:49 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/laude-san-pedro-summer-school.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/laude-san-pedro-summer-school.html Laude San Pedro International College is offering a wide variety of courses and activities for children aged 3 to 15 this summer from July 2nd to July Fri, 11 May 2012 11:43:35 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/half-day-iweb-mac-seminar.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/half-day-iweb-mac-seminar.html Half Day iWeb Friday 3rd of June - 10am - 2pm - 60 Euros Seminar on using iWeb for Mac will include: Getting started with iWeb Adding Fri, 11 May 2012 07:05:07 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/tarifa-holiday-rental.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/tarifa-holiday-rental.html The rain has gone and the sun is out again, so it's time to breakaway to Tarifa and get the summer season started early! Tarifa is a definite "must-see" when visiting the Costa del Sol. It's about an hour and a half drive, but well worth it. Fri, 11 May 2012 05:07:14 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/english-movie-listing.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/english-movie-listing.html The English movie listing will keep you updated on all the movies playing in English on the Costa del Sol. Fri, 11 May 2012 04:57:39 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/osaka-estepona.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/osaka-estepona.html Our favorite place for sushi is Osaka Restaurant (hands down). Located in Cancelada, about 10 minutes from Marbella, it is worth the extra mile to get there for its fresh sushi, friendly service, quality beef and seafood and all around fantastic Japanese food. It is not a new and trendy restaurant with all the latest moving trains, bells and whistles, but it has been around for 20 years and that, to me, says enough. Thu, 10 May 2012 10:28:07 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/funky-forest-cafe-family-lounge.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/funky-forest-cafe-family-lounge.html Funky Forest, Av Benamara CN340 KM 167, Estepona Tel: 952883224 Mail: infofunkyforest.es Web: www.funkyforest.es Our Philosophy Funky Forest is the Wed, 09 May 2012 16:09:10 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/starlite-festival-marbella.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/starlite-festival-marbella.html The Starlite Festival Marbella is a cultural and charitable event you won't want to miss this summer. From July 13 to August 14, 2012, 14 concerts will Wed, 09 May 2012 10:17:17 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/bellaria-cafe.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/bellaria-cafe.html It's communion time and Bellaria has some of the tastiest cakes on the Costa del Sol (supplying many of the hottest restaurants here too). Some of their latest creations include Peanut Butter Pie, Chocolate Cheesecake and Strawberry Cardamom Tart. Bellaria isn't only about sweets, they also have a fantastic lunch menu and an organic section selling goji berry, Açai and Blueberry juice, filled with antioxidants, Omega and plenty of energy as well as healthy pick me up snacks. Service is excellent too...always with a big smile. Wed, 09 May 2012 08:25:11 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/clearing-an-apartment-in-elviria.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/clearing-an-apartment-in-elviria.html Hi there, We're in the process of selling our apartment in Elviria and the buyers want to buy it unfurnished. There are some things we want to bring back, Tue, 08 May 2012 13:30:05 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/tarifa-holiday-rental.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/tarifa-holiday-rental.html The rain has gone and the sun is out again, so it's time to breakaway to Tarifa and get the summer season started early! Tarifa is a definite "must-see" when visiting the Costa del Sol. It's about an hour and a half drive, but well worth it. Once you're there you won't want to come back, so we recommend spending a night or two. If you need a place to stay, consider staying at Casa la Luz. You won't find more competitive rates starting from 50 euros a night for 4 people nor a better location. Tue, 08 May 2012 10:15:26 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/omeya-aventura-trip-to-morocco.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/omeya-aventura-trip-to-morocco.html Travel to Morocco - Sightseeing with charm in the desert with Omeya Aventura. We are a young company specializing in organizing unique trips that are Sun, 06 May 2012 15:40:20 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/bike-tours-marbella.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/bike-tours-marbella.html Bike Tours Marbella offers daily guided bike tours everyday in English, German, Spanish or Dutch. Discover with City Bike Tour Marbella the history of Sun, 06 May 2012 15:20:06 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/summer-flamenco-class-for-kids.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/summer-flamenco-class-for-kids.html Hi! I am looking for a flamenco course, or a place in Marbella where my daughters can take some hours with flamenco-classes while we are there at holiday Sun, 06 May 2012 14:47:52 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/trip-to-madrid-from-marbella.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/trip-to-madrid-from-marbella.html Our family had a lovely trip to Madrid from Marbella a few weeks ago and I think some of our experiences would be a bit helpful for our readers who may Fri, 04 May 2012 18:01:34 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/nature-walks-in-andalusia.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/nature-walks-in-andalusia.html Marbella Town Hall organizes walks through nature reserves, parks, mountains and other outdoor areas in Andalusia at very reasonable prices called Salidas Fri, 04 May 2012 17:16:44 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/marbella-international-art-festival.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/marbella-international-art-festival.html The 4th Marbella International Art Festival - Festival Internacional de Arte Marbella - is the fastest growing cultural event in Marbella taking place Fri, 04 May 2012 17:03:11 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/laude-san-pedro-summer-fair.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/laude-san-pedro-summer-fair.html Take the kids and support your community at the Laude San Pedro International College summer fair on Friday May 25th 2012 from 6pm to 10:30pm. There will Fri, 04 May 2012 07:41:07 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/swisssnahrin-natural-products.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/swisssnahrin-natural-products.html 25th of May 2012 Swisssnahrin natural products @ May fair day Laude International San Pedro. On May 25th, 2012 Swissnahrin will presents its natural and Fri, 04 May 2012 05:19:01 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/costa-women-business-networking.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/costa-women-business-networking.html Do you want to connect with other Costa Women who own businesses on the Coast? Lively and proactive session of networking providing the forum to recognise, Thu, 03 May 2012 20:50:22 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/best-hair-salon-in-puerto-banus-for-a-wash-and-blow-dry-on-extensions.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/best-hair-salon-in-puerto-banus-for-a-wash-and-blow-dry-on-extensions.html I'm on holiday in Puerto Banus in a few weeks and would like any advice on where to go for a wash and blow dry. Thanks Thu, 03 May 2012 20:46:07 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/dad-meet-ups.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/dad-meet-ups.html Hi does anybody know of any Dad meet ups? I know there are lots of Mommy baby groups but are there any Dad baby groups? Thank Thu, 03 May 2012 20:42:22 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/emmanuel-ray-successfully-opens-gibraltar-fashion-week.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/emmanuel-ray-successfully-opens-gibraltar-fashion-week.html Emmanuel Ray, Britain’s Fashion Icon of The Year 2011 (Fashions Finest Awards), successfully opened Fashion Week Gibraltar on 18 April 2012 at the Casemates Thu, 03 May 2012 20:41:32 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/marbella-playcenter-galaxia.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/marbella-playcenter-galaxia.html Rain, rain, go away...what to do? Take the kids to Galaxia playcenter. Rain or shine, Galaxia is open for all boys and girls on the Costa del Sol with extended summer hours - now open until 9pm! Meet other moms at the Friday baby groups from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Galaxia is a great venue to hold birthday parties too. No mess to clean up! Thu, 03 May 2012 13:35:39 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/dolphin-safari-in-gibraltar.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/dolphin-safari-in-gibraltar.html The Original Dolphin Safari in Gibraltar is a must see during your holidays in Marbella. It is a fun and easy excursion that can easily be combined with a visit to The Rock. The kids will love the boat ride, the interaction with the dolphins and you will get some great shots of Gibraltar from the sea. Guaranteed fun for the whole family! Thu, 03 May 2012 13:29:51 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/la-parisienne-cafe.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/la-parisienne-cafe.html One of the best terraces to chill out on where you will see and be seen is La Parisienne Cafe in Plaza Centro in Nueva Andalucia. The only place to eat if you're visiting the Saturday market in Marbella - mercadillo de Puerto Banus. Freshly baked croissants (done the real way like in France!), tasty salads and quality meats, and one of the best desesrt menus on the Coast with mouthwatering French pastries to DIE for. Wed, 02 May 2012 16:01:53 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/cake-couture-marbella.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/cake-couture-marbella.html If you are looking for a birthday cake, wedding cake (or a cake for any ocassion for that matter) that will wow and impress look no further than Cake Couture. Just take a look at their portfolio for jaw dropping designs. Their creative hands of gold can handle anything you throw at them. I have to admit that there are a lot of cake companies out there making name brand handbags and some other interesting designs, but I have not yet seen one that is as impressive and realistic looking as some of the creations from Cake Couture. These cakes are truly works of art that are never rushed and take a steady hand. Wed, 02 May 2012 16:01:53 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/jeans-factory-marbella-outlet.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/jeans-factory-marbella-outlet.html Totally cute Moomba heels from the 2012 collection are a bargain at €25.00 a pair at the Jeans Factory Marbella Outlet. It's prices like these that keep me going back for more. One of the coolest things about this shop is that it is open 7 days a week AND on holidays all year round. Tip: It's not only about jeans! Wed, 02 May 2012 16:01:53 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/kudo-academies.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/kudo-academies.html Kudo Academy has an extended timetable offering classes in kickboxing, wing chun, and more for both kids and adults. It's the cleanest and coolest dojo space I've ever seen on the coast. They are now offering a Ladies Self Defence Course starting Tuesday May 15th at 6pm - this could save your life one day! They are also thinking about doing a course on Saturdays but need to have enough numbers, so contact them if you are interested. Wed, 02 May 2012 16:01:53 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/costa-women-fashion-show.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/costa-women-fashion-show.html After last year's fab show we are doing it again on Saturday 19th May 2012! Expect more clothes, loads of glamour and gorgeousness, more drama and more Tue, 01 May 2012 12:00:23 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/horseback-riding-on-the-beach.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/horseback-riding-on-the-beach.html We are staying at the Guadalmina Hotel, and our 11 year old wishes to ride horses on the beach (she is an experienced rider). What is the closest place Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:09:43 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/ideal-furniture-spain.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/ideal-furniture-spain.html Whether you are looking for office furniture, patio furniture or home furnishing, be sure to check out Ideal Furniture Spain. Visit their warehouse in the poligono industrial in San Pedro de Alcantara or go online to see what they have on their website. There is loads to choose from with a variety of styles and prices that suit any taste and budget. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:32:18 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/club-de-conversacion-marbella.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/club-de-conversacion-marbella.html Have you been struggling to learn Spanish and just can't understand what's going on? Then try learning with Club de Conversacion. This is an informal and fun way to learn how to speak Spanish with very practical methods. I've heard great things about it and you just need to read the reviews to see I'm not the only one. Total beginners welcome too! Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:05:06 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/cruz-de-mayo-celebration-and-balcony-decorating-contest.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/cruz-de-mayo-celebration-and-balcony-decorating-contest.html On Tuesday May 1, 2012 starting at 12:00pm Old Town Marbella will celebrate its first Cruz de Mayo (May Cross) event coinciding with the ‘Concurso de Decoración Fri, 27 Apr 2012 18:46:45 GMT http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/queen-of-holland-day-koninginnedag-in-marbella.html http://www.marbellafamilyfun.com/queen-of-holland-day-koninginnedag-in-marbella.html On Monday April 30, 2012 at 6:30pm Marbella Town Hall invites you to celebrate Queen of Holland Day ‘Koninginnedag’ on the Paseo de la Alameda in Alameda Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:11:12 GMT