The local tourist offices have information on many of the local events, attractions and excursions. They also provide useful tourist maps of the areas and stock many of the local magazines, papers and publications (you'll also find these in bus stations and many of the local cafes, bars and restaurants). We've listed some of the main publications below.

Resort News The latest news from the Alcazaba Hills resort.

Important Dates & Events Local festivals and events that are celebrated annually.

Local Magazines, Papers and Publications

Most are published in English (we've indicated those that aren't) and feature useful articles and adverts for local upcoming events. Many include discount vouchers and other promotions from local businesses, as well as directories of services and shops. Many also have online editions so you can keep up with events even when you are not in the area.

ESSENTIAL MAGAZINE - MARBELLA
A high quality glossy lifestyle magazine that is free across the Costa del Sol, this English magazine is an entertaining read focussed mainly on Marbella.
Web: www.essentialmagazine.com

H! SOCIETY MAGAZINE
Web: www.h-magazine.com

ABSOLUTE MAGAZINE
Another glossy free magazine, again focussing on Marbella. In English and Spanish.
Web: www.absolutemagazine.com

THE DIARY
A small local publication, this is very useful for listing upcoming events in the local area including nightlife, theatre, markets and festivals (fiestas).
Web: www.thediaryonline.com

COSTA DEL SOL GOLF NEWS
A very useful full colour publication available in the tourist offices and at the Golf Service (located under the Arch of Marbella on the N340), this includes information on the surrounding golf clubs and what’s happening in the golf world on the Costa del Sol. The website also has details of upcoming events, green fees and links to the local course websites.
Web: www.costadelsolgolfnews.com

FRIDAY AD
A free local classified ads magazine covering the entire Costa del Sol.
Web: www.friday-ad.es

SUR IN ENGLISH
An excellent local paper for the Costa del Sol and Southern Spain, featuring local news, events and classifieds - all in English.
Web: www.surinenglish.com

EL PERIODICO ESTEPONA (Spanish)
A free local paper. Very useful - so long as you speak Spanish!
Web: www.elperiodicodeestepona.com

MALAGACTIVA (Spanish)
For those interested in cultural events throughout the province such as theatre, music, dance, cinema and literature. Again, it is only available in Spanish.
Web: www.malagactiva.es

ESTEPONA DEPORTES (Spanish)
Dedicated to promoting sports in the local area; features information on sport clubs and events in the area as well as where to buy equipment.
Web : www.esteponadeportes.es