By Alia Babapulle As always, I wish you all the very best for 2021; it surely cannot be as maddening and confusing as 2020. Please remember your plants could take a battering with the weather in the winter months, so try to protect them if needed. Pruning back, always above a node, has to…
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CREATING EXCEPTIONAL LIFESTYLE SPACES
OTERO DESIGN Interview with director Jorge Gil Tell us a little about yourself… Born and raised in northern Spain, I studied design at the University of Navarra, and after graduating worked at several top studios in Spain. I have always focused on the renovation of luxury villas and the re-design of commercial spaces.…
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LA RESERVA CLUB SOTOGRANDE
TAKING A PEEK Inside El Mirador El Mirador is a gated community of six exquisite modern villas, perched above La Reserva Club in Sotogrande. As the name suggests, these properties are built to capitalise on the phenomenal views across the estate and golf course and out to the Mediterranean Sea, with floor-toceiling windows, tiered…
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MULTIPLE SUCCESS FOR IDOM
AT WORLD DESIGN AWARDS Bilbao-based IDOM was the main winner at this year’s World Design Awards. An association of independent professionals working in the fields of consulting, engineering and architecture, the company picked up four awards, for its San Mames Stadium project (first prize in the sports & recreation category), Lima Convention Centre (cultural),…
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BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS IN CONSTRUCTION
WHY SOLID PARTNERSHIPS CREATE THE BEST HOMES Article supplied by Atlas Group When building a dream property, it is vital that you have the right team in place to complete the project on time, within budget and to the best finish. However, many underestimate the importance of using a building company able to recommend…
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ELEVATING THE USER EXPERIENCE WITH LUTRON PALLADIOM
Palladiom wallstations from Lutron provide a state-of-the-art combination of elegant design and intuitive operation. The wallstations allow you to control your lights, shades/drapes and heating, ventilation and air-conditioning from just the one convenient location – ensuring an optimal user experience complemented by sleek keypad and thermostat aesthetics. The buttons and faceplates are flush to…
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REVAMPED DIGITAL STREAMING CLASSIC …with a Touch of Majik
A potent combination of network music player, pre-amp and power amp in a single box enclosure, the next-generation Majik DSM has been designed to cater for both first-time hi-fi buyers seeking authentic simplicity and existing customers wanting to enhance their high-end hi-fi options in more rooms. It is, in short, the ideal entertainment…
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HOW THE QUARANTINE HAS AFFECTED OUR SEARCH FOR A LUXURY HOME
Article supplied by Atlas Group Despite global health concerns and the seemingly endless weeks when most of Europe was quarantined, interest in luxury properties has continued to grow, fuelled perhaps by daydreaming of a home in the sun surrounded by beauty and comfort. While Spain is weathering the changing restrictions, the desire for a second…
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HEYDAR ALIYEV CENTRE Signature Landmark of 21st Century Baku
Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid left a remarkable legacy of pacesetting design masterpieces around the world when she sadly passed away in 2016 aged just 65. The first woman to receive the Pritzker Architecture Prize (2004), and also the first female recipient of the Royal Institute of British Architects’ Royal Gold Medal, she was made a…
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GILMAR REAL ESTATE LUXURY IN THE SPANISH PROPERTY SECTOR
What is luxury? If we are talking about homes, we all have a clear – more or less – image of what luxury villas are like on the Costa del Sol. We know they have a high price, in accordance with their specifications, the location and the services they offer. The dictionary tells us that…
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HOME OFFICE WORKS… But Nothing Replaces Human
Interview with Jana Novakova Interior Design Director of AALTO Exclusive Design How have you been coping with COVID-19 and the confinement? Confinement has been a very busy two-month period, with home office work. We attended our clients through Zoom, Skype, phone or email to provide design services. Although nothing replaces human contact and selecting materials…
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LUXURY AND SUSTAINABILITY in the Foothills of Marbella’s Mountains
A home in the sun: it means a lot more now than it did at the beginning of 2020. Apart from a dream come true for many people, owning a home in the sun now also means having a bolt-hole here they can lockdown in safety and luxury in case of another pandemic, if we…
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How the Quarantine has Affected INTERIOR DESIGN – Interview with Creative Director Olivia O
How are you helping clients make their homes more comfortable and functional following the official quarantine period? More than ever, people are looking into investing in their residences. The post-COVID client will be more attuned to flaws in their homes after taking a closer look at them while staying at home. Lately, we have received…
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RESIDENCIAS LUJOSAS VITALUX, S.L. FUTURISTIC LUXURY Frontline Beach Living and Modern Architecture at its Best
For those seeking a tranquil and ultra-select lifestyle by the sea, this sleek and contemporary residence brings together all the key ingredients for the ultimate in exclusivity. Located just a few minutes’ drive from the renowned Puerto Banús marina, the south-facing villa provides exceptional brightness and warmth to luxury living in a private district on… Read More
BACK TO Traditional Life
Traditional life is at the core of the philosophy behind Village Verde, the new development by Sotogrande S.A. It is located in the heart of Sotogrande, just a few metres away from La Reserva Club, the “most exclusive residential and leisure club in Europe”. Environmental protection, sustainability, community and a world of comfort and services… Read More
BESPOKE VILLAS in Benahavís
LEADING COSTA DEL SOL CONSTRUCTOR PARTNERS WITH BELGIAN PROPERTY DEVELOPER Article supplied by Atlas Group Atlas Group continues to gain international contacts in the field of luxury property, with new builds in Los Flamingos. The construction company has been recruited by Belgian Caenen Group to deliver three bespoke, high-end villas in the prime area located… Read More
Spain’s Most Energy-Efficient and Sustainable Villa
Developed by Bright and designed by UDesign, Villa Alcuzcuz is the first luxury residential villa in Spain built under the demanding standards of PassiveHaus (Passive House). The project has already been recognised in the International Property Awards as “Best in Spain” and “Best in Europe” in the “Architecture Single Residence” category. Energy efficiency is part… Read More
The View Marbella
Leading the Way in Efficient Energy and Sustainable Development Wilma Sierra Blanca is well aware that – at a time when the global warming crisis is at the forefront of people’s minds and has become a global issue – it is even more important to consider the future of the planet and adapt, in any…
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Samira Marbella
Exclusive Service for Discerning Property Buyers For those interested in buying or selling a luxury, exclusive property in the areas of Sierra Blanca, Marbella, Golden Mile, Nueva Andalucía, La Zagaleta, El Madroñal or Benahavís, Samira Marbella are ready to show the finest, most exclusive listings, focusing on clients’ own particular tastes and needs. “You can…
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Gilmar Real Estate…
Finding the House of Your Dreams For 30 years, the Gilmar Real Estate company has been offering its customers on the Costa del Sol the possibility to buy, sell or rent their house in any area – whether it is on the beach, in the mountains, or next to golf courses – in areas such…
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XQUISIT HOMES LAUNCH ULTRA…
CONTEMPORARY VILLA IN THE HEART OF LA CERQUILLA Home & Lifestyle Magazine was delighted to be invited to the launch of villa Cerquilla 42. This contemporary villa is developed by leading developer Xquisit Homes, and Solvilla has been appointed as the exclusive commercialising agent. The ultra-modern home is situated in one of Marbella’s most desirable…
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A VISION OF CONTEMPORARY COMMUNITY
Living at Village Verde Village Verde is the latest development from Sotogrande SA, located next to La Reserva Club. It is an exclusive community of contemporary apartments (from €460,000), penthouses and townhouses in a tranquil parkland setting. We spoke to Sotogrande SA CEO Marc Topiol about the project to find out more… Who is behind…
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Brilliant Ideas for Better Living – The Bright Vision…
Bright is a development company that has a radically different approach. Bright creates homes that improve quality of life through pure design – community areas with a wonderful feeling of space, home offices where isolation is not a factor, kitchens that inspire a healthier lifestyle and bedroom suites designed for easy sleep. Although the overall…
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Major Keynote Presentation Planned For Marbella
Property developer Bynok is expecting more than 1,000 real estate agents, investors and other construction industry professionals to attend a special keynote presentation on 8 March in Puerto Banús, where the pacesetting company will be outlining its new market strategies, and reporting on its current and future projects. According to CEO Armando Gómez, Bynok has…
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CASARES GOLF – GOLF AND SEA IN PERFECT HARMONY
Conveniently located between Marbella and Sotogrande, this magnificent urbanisation borders the Casares Costa Golf nine-hole course and is just three minutes from the area’s stunning beaches. For many this picturesque corner of Málaga province is relatively unheralded, but in reality it is one of the finest residential areas in southern Europe, offering the full gamut…
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DON AMARO – MODERN STATE-OF-THE-ART VILLAS SURROUNDED BY NATURE
Otero Group has launched the Don Amaro project, comprising 42 luxury villas in an exclusive and tranquil residential area of Manilva. Don Amaro offers exquisite panoramic views of the Mediterranean sea overlooking Africa and Gibraltar, and is just a few minutes walking distance from the beach itself. Construction on the first phase is due to…
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POST-SUMMER WELCOME FOR RETURNING GOLFERS
WILMA SIERRA BLANCA The View Marbella and Los Naranjos Golf Club organised a tournament and 1920s-themed party to welcome Scandinavian golfers back to the Coast after the summer months spent back in their home countries. According to Simón Boxus, head of sales at The View Marbella residential development, visitors and clients from Sweden are now…
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OTERO PROJECT IN LA DUQUESA
PRESENTATION OF LUXURY OTERO PROJECT IN LA DUQUESA This autumn Otero unveiled their latest project, Don Amaro, in a stunning setting near La Duquesa marina. Presiding over the official presentation on the plot where the residential complex will be built were Manilva mayor Mario Jiménez, the head of the town hall’s urban department, Aitor Menoyo,…
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THE VIEW – WILMA SIERRA BLANCA
Wilma Sierra Blanca held a hugely successful launch party to introduce the incredible features offered by new development The View. Simon Boxus from Wilma Sierra Blanca gave an informative speech while guests, who were mainly from the real estate sector, listened on and enjoyed the luxurious residential project’s panoramic vistas. Drinks and canapés were provided…
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Magnificent family home in Marbella
Newly available on the market, this exceptional villa in Nueva Andalucía is within convenient reach of all top amenities and services in the renowned “Golf Valley” area – and the rest of Marbella. Situated in the tranquil Lagomar residential area, the property offers buyers a superb opportunity to secure a family home at a very…
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Metropolitan luxury design
For state-of-the-art costa del sol urban project Interview with Eric Kuster. Palo Alto Marbella Interior Designer. Palo Alto Marbella is much more than an urbanisation. It has, according to its developers, been created to become a destination in its own right – a master plan for a cutting-edge, contemporary, cosmopolitan community of discerning residents wanting to enjoy the…
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PALO ALTO MARBELLA – LAUNCH OF LUXURY PROJECT’S PHASE TWO
Palo Alto, “the largest and most comprehensive luxury development in the Marbella area”, has now launched phase two. Located minutes from Marbella and La Cañada shopping centre, Palo Alto will include approximately 600 residential units, as well as a health club, equestrian centre, lagoon village, co-working community and social club. The visionary and sustainable master plan ensures that only…
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EXQUISITE MANSION IN STUNNING SETTING
A JEWEL EXUDING TRADITIONAL AMBIENCE AND ELEGANT FLAIR… IN BENAHAVÍS This hidden gem is tucked away within the sophisticated surroundings of a prestigious urbanisation that, on first sight, transmits a traditional Andalusian ambience dating to former times. A second viewing reveals an impressively maintained residence, designed by a renowned architect who has successfully combined well applied…
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9 Lions Residences Leading Investment Group Launches High-Luxury Development in Marbella
Part of the Lewis Trust Group (best known for owning international fashion brand River Island), UK & European Investments have now added 9 Lions Residences in Marbella to their portfolio of Spanish property developments. With this addition to other projects in Barcelona and Madrid, their investment commitments in Spain total €130 million and they are…
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Panorama Report Good News for Marbella’s Property Market
Christopher Clover, managing director of Marbella real estate agency Panorama, recently published his annual “Marbella Property Market Report”. According to Christopher, who has been analysing and writing about the Marbella property market since 1970, “The good news is that the residential property market has improved significantly in the Marbella area as well as in the entire country…
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Pristine Luxury Resort Living with an Inland Beach
La Reserva de Sotogrande Photos by: Johnny Gates Home & Lifestyle Magazine was invited by charismatic La Reserva de Sotogrande CEO Marc Topiol – a highly-driven businessman with ground-breaking ideas – to take a look around this extraordinary project that is putting Sotogrande further on the map in a jaw-dropping way. The Costa del Sol…
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Presentation of Stunning Velvet Villas on New Golden Mile
In June, Otero Group officially unveiled their exceptional new villa project in Cancelada. On a glorious spring afternoon, guests had an excellent opportunity to view the development’s superb setting and breathtaking panorama. Comprising 12 villas, the luxurious residential complex is located between Marbella and Estepona, within walking distance of Villa Padierna and just a few…
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Design Showcase – Atlas Group Property Developments
ATLAS GROUP From a Team You Can Trust Guaranteed Real Developments The property market is booming here in Spain, and the Costa del Sol is at the epicentre of the recent peak in construction. With numerous cranes now on the horizon and investment opportunities cropping up left, right and centre, Marbella and the surrounding areas…
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Permanent Proven Options to, Eradicate Dampness in the Home
Interview with Carlos Rodriquez. Founder of Humilogic You have been in the industry for 20 years and completed 1,200 projects around Spain. What is Humilogic’s current position in the market? It is the leading company in Spain, dedicated to providing permanent treatments that eliminate any kind of dampness in homes, buildings, commercial outlets, etc.…
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HOW ARK CREATES EXPERIENCES ON THE COSTA DEL SOL
The ARK team has one mission: to create experiences that transcend through each of our projects, becoming a masterpiece that people can enjoy. In this article we would like to show you what makes us different as a team during the process of creating a villa on the Costa del Sol. There are many key…
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Home Whisperer and Holistic Real Estate Agent
Interview with A.H.F. (Toon) Roijers Heart 4 Homes What is the basic concept behind Heart 4 Homes? In the late 1980s I switched from being a lawyer in the Netherlands to being an estate agent for a considerable period of time. I owned my own certified real estate agency and also served on the national…
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Humilogic España Easy Solutions for Moisture and Damp Problems
It doesn’t matter how stunning your home is: you can still suffer problems related to moisture and damp. With Humilogic, those issues can be resolved easily and effectively. According to their professional team, damp, moisture or wetness have three consequences: aesthetic problems (humidity stains), structural problems and health problems. “Clients only know about these problems…
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CLC World Resorts & Hotels
Acclaimed Resorts Built On Stronger Foundations For over three decades, CLC World Resorts & Hotels has given tens of thousands of families the opportunity to own or part-own a stunning holiday home in some of the world’s most desirable locations, including on the Costa del Sol. Led by its Chairman and Founder Roy Peires, CLC…
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Buy-for-Renovation Market is Hotting Up By Marco Dalli Part of Toni Dalli Associates
I have always said that if you are looking to invest in a property, then invest in location first.The danger of falling for the climate, sea and lifestyle is a real factor in this part of the world. In other words, in the heat of the moment you just don’t care where you land as long…
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Acclaimed Resorts Built On Stronger Foundations
For over three decades, CLC World Resorts & Hotels has given tens of thousands of families the opportunity to own or part-own a stunning holiday home in some of the world’s most desirable locations, including on the Costa del Sol. Led by its Chairman and Founder Roy Peires, CLC World builds and manages its own…
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Contemporary Comfort and Timeless Appeal in Benahavís
Nestling in the lower hills of Benahavís is the highly coveted Capanes urbanisation. Over the last two years it has become one of the most sought-after residential areas on the Costa del Sol, resulting in a hive of activity of modern new villas currently under construction.Bearing in mind its close proximity to the coast, and…
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Launch Party for Exciting New Real de La Quinta Project
Situated in the foothills of Sierra de Las Nieves, the luxurious new Real de La Quinta development invited members of the real estate elite to learn more about this enormous project. CEO Borja Pascual and sales director Marisol Serrano outlined their plans while guests enjoyed drinks, canapés and an interesting goody bag! www.realdelaquinta.com
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Presentation of Exceptional Santa Barbara Heights Project in Mijas Costa
In October, CLC World hosted the memorable launch of their latest luxury residential development Santa Barbara Heights, located at prestigious California Beach Resort in Mijas Costa, where each and every stunning apartment will have its own private glass-fronted plunge pool and uninterrupted sea views. More than 100 guests – mostly from Málaga province’s property industry…
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Latest News About Worldwide Real Estates Figures
RESIDENCIAS LUJOSAS VITALUX LATEST NEWS ABOUT Worldwide Real Estate Figures Residencias Lujosas Vitalux, S.L. are well known for their real estate services covering Málaga province, especially in top locations around Marbella, but business owner Doris Kavcic has also always maintained a great interest in the prices of properties worldwide. For example, prices have risen 27.4…
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New Palo Alto Showroom Opened in Marbella
PALO ALTO MARBELLA New Palo Alto Showroom Opened in Marbella Gunni & Trentino have officially opened their new showroom in Marbella Real on the Golden Mile, where clients are invited to “touch and feel” some of the extraordinary qualities to be featured in every home at Palo Alto Marbella. As they note, “With splendid, silky…
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Chic Style in La Cala
The developer’s main request for this show flat in the La Cala area was for it to be warm and relaxing, “so the moment you walk in you feel you are on holiday”. Siesta Interior Design then set to work creating a suitably laidback and cosy atmosphere that is ideal for a holiday home at…
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Pure Lines in an Idyllic Landscape
The villa featured here is accommodated in a geographically privileged plot on a hill in the prestigious La Zagaleta urbanization (Benahavís), facing south and overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The project is simple, explains Manuel Ruiz, partner and creative director of ARK Architects. “A horizontal plane is proposed as a ‘podium’ on which the house stands…
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The Property Market in Spain
Realizing the dream of owning a property in Spain by Welex Lawyers & Accountants in Tourism and Culture in Spain August, 2017 After the burst of the Real Estate Bubble in 2007, many people were sceptical about recovery possibilities and future growth of Spanish real estate. This crisis was indeed worse than the one from the mid 70’s,…
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EXPERT SERVICES FOR COSTA PROPERTY DEVELOPERS
Real estate development is a complex, multi-faceted business process, encompassing activities that range from the purchase of land to the sale of the finished property to others. Strata is a company ideally positioned to coordinate all these activities, offering specialised services to property developers who want to build either for investment or private purposes on…
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SPECIALISTS IN NEW DEVELOPMENTS AND LUXURY PROPERTIES
Aguilene Benicio worked in marketing and events for some of Marbella’s most prestigious venues when she decided to found Elite Estates Marbella in 2004. In addition to her “day job”, she had been helping people find property for sale and luxury villa rentals in Marbella and, without realising it, had entered the industry and built…
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OFFICIAL INTERIOR DESIGNERS FOR PALO ALTO MARBELLA
Oozing luxury and class, Gunni & Trentino’s interiors are one step above the rest. Official interior designers for Palo Alto Marbella, Gunni & Trentino are providing the kitchens, bathrooms, interior and exterior floorings for all apartments and penthouses in the complex. They are described as “sleek, elegant and with extremely high quality finishes… the kitchens…
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Fresh Approach In Real Estate
Commissioning an Expert Broker Who Protects Buyers’ Interests Marco Dalli, who can usually be found buzzing around the Marmorin Design Studio, has lived on the Costa del Sol for more years than he cares to remember. He has seen the property market take twists and turns that would make anyone feel dizzy. As Marco’s name regularly crops up…
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Marbella Property Broker
FRESH APPROACH IN REAL ESTATE Commissioning an Expert Broker Who Protects Buyers’ Interests Marco Dalli, who can usually be found buzzing around the Marmorin Design Studio, has lived on the Costa del Sol for more years than he cares to remember. He has seen the property market take twists and turns that would make anyone feel dizzy.…
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No Substitute for Passion
Getting what you want from your job and your life often takes mental toughness, especially – notes Doris Kavcic – when you live on the Costa del Sol and work in the real estate business. She founded Residencias Lujosas Vitalux, S.L. in 2009, “with a lot of passion and joy”, and in all has 19…
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