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Meandering in Málaga, Spain

In this episode, we explore Málaga, a warm, walkable, art‑filled city on Spain’s Costa del Sol. GoNOMAD contributor Debbie Garrick shares her March adventure, a trip built on wandering without an agenda.

What we cover in this episode

• Arriving in Málaga A friendly taxi driver, avocado farm stories, and the first glimpse of a city far more elegant than its Costa del Sol stereotype.

• Old Town at night: The massive cathedral glowing above the plazas, the Roman amphitheatre lit from below, and dinner beside a roaring outdoor fire with classic tapas.

• Walking the Mediterranean promenade from La Malagueta to the marina, watching locals jog, families stroll, and beach bars fill with life.

• Muelle Uno and the waterfront markets: Handmade sandals, jewelry, knitwear, and the easy rhythm of browsing and people‑watching along the quay.

• Málaga’s growing art scene: The colorful glass cube of the Centre Pompidou Málaga, the Picasso Museum’s family‑donated collection, and the street‑art‑rich Soho district.

• Climbing to Castillo de Gibralfaro: A steep but rewarding walk to sweeping views of the sea, mountains, and city rooftops, plus a shady terrace café under the olive trees.

• Exploring the Alcazaba Moorish courtyards, fountains, gardens, and the Roman amphitheatre below, where live performances sometimes appear like a secret.

• The city’s contrasts include modern boulevards, narrow alleys filled with pottery and leather goods, and the historic Malagueta bullring.

• Málaga after dark: Music spilling into the streets, multi‑generational crowds, and Debbie’s night at La Fábrica, followed by a quieter cocktail bar escape.

• Why Málaga belongs on your Spain itinerary: Warm, historic, artistic, and endlessly welcoming.

Find out more about translator Debbie Garrick at her Linked In page.

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