From Massachusetts to Málaga, Karen Johnson’s story is one of courage, connection, and reinvention. After finding retirement in the US wasn’t what she hoped for, Karen followed her heart to Spain in search of a simpler, peaceful life. Now based in Los Pacos, she spends her days practicing Reiki, volunteering with rescued donkeys, and embracing […]
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Helen Barton’s journey to Spain began with a desire to learn the Spanish language by living in the country itself. Based in Mijas Costa her days blend nature, fitness, property work, and social causes, reflecting a deep commitment to health, wellness, and positive change. Helen’s story is one of growth, gratitude, intuition, and living life
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After falling in love with Spain during numerous holidays, Mette Madsen and her family decided to make the dream permanent. Drawn by the country’s nature, culture and sunny lifestyle, they spent time experiencing life in Spain before settling in the Fuengirola area – offering both family life and the chance to open a new business
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Joan Fallon’s journey to Spain began in 1998, drawn by family ties to Málaga and a love for its coastal charm. Settling first in Torre de Benagalbón and later Benajarafe, she embraced the language, local community and an active lifestyle. Over the years, she built a fulfilling life as an author, weaving Spanish culture into
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After retiring, Fabienne Prevot moved to the sunny coastal town of Torrox, seeking a simpler life among white villages by the sea. Initially challenged by making friends, she built connections through her women-focused radio show and founding an association to foster self-confidence. Read her story. Why Spain? My aim for moving to Spain was
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From growing up in Spain to building a life and business here, Patricia Bergström understands both the beauty and the challenges of living abroad. With a passion for language, culture and wellbeing, Patricia’s now helping others unlock their potential through coaching while cherishing family, community and nature. Read her story. Why Spain? My parents decided
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Meet Lissy Bösl who found her blue skies and positive energy on the Costa Tropical. From wellbeing and creativity to her dream of Finca Pura Vida, she inspires us to live lighter and brighter every day. Read her story. Why Spain? Because the sky is more blue over here. And for me colours and light
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Swapping the Welsh forests for Spanish olive groves – an escape to the country becomes an escape to Andalucia – meet Nikki Channon. Nikki is fearless is her pursuit of a big dream. She invites us to join in her journey to Spain; her next adventure! Read her story. Why Spain? We hope to
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Whilst travelling Karin Dijkshoorn realised that life would be an adventure if she moved to Spain. Read her story of how the art of living literally changed her life. Why Spain? We were traveling in Brazil when we started talking about how we both had the wish to live abroad for a while and
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The last 12 years have been spectacular, says Dawn Punter. From backpacking the world and meeting locals, to looking after a tropical fruit farm & writing books.
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