The Journal
Notes from the coast
Slow reading on the towns, the houses and the life along this coast.
July 18, 2026Destinations
Sotogrande: what living behind the gates actually feels like
A candid look at Sotogrande's seasons, streets and trade-offs, for anyone weighing whether its quiet, gated calm suits them.
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July 17, 2026Journal
Why the padel court, not the beach, is where you meet your neighbours
July 16, 2026Journal
A second-floor apartment where El Ejido meets the old town
July 15, 2026Journal
What the Costa del Sol and Costa Blanca markets look like now
July 14, 2026Destinations
Estepona: what living behind the old town actually feels like
July 13, 2026Journal
Learning to queue: the ayuntamiento and the art of Spanish patience