When most people picture the Costa del Sol, they picture beach bars, sangria, happy hours and pubs. But what if you’re sober, sober-curious, or you just don’t want your whole social life to revolve around alcohol, can you still move to Spain and enjoy it?

In this episode, Sandra talks with Emma and Louise, co-founders of Sober Socials, a growing community on the Costa del Sol for people who want connection, fun and belonging without alcohol.

You’ll hear:

• How Louise went from fully embracing the Costa del Sol “happy hour” stereotype to pausing drinking in 2019 and why that change still feels right years later
• Emma’s route from the UK to Australia, Costa Rica and finally Benalmádena – and how her view of Spain completely shifted once she lived here
• Why hot weather, “holiday mode” and expat culture can build habitual drinking habits and how to create new rituals instead
• Practical tips for January resets, nights out, handling “just have one” pressure and creating a simple “game plan” before you go out
• What actually happens at Sober Socials events (Mocktail & Mingle evenings, charity walks, meetups) and how to join whether you’re already on the Costa del Sol or still planning your move
  
  

If you’re thinking about moving to the Costa del Sol and you’ve also promised yourself you’ll drink less, take a break or just live a little differently, this conversation is a reassuring look at how you can do both.

Connect with Sober Socials
Website: https://sobersocial.es

Work with WL Costa Properties:
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📩 Email our team: info@wlcostaproperties.net

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Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

Want to simply keep in the loop about life in Spain?

• If you want honest, expert advice about family life, relocating or property on the Costa del Sol, be sure to Follow us on Instagram or visit WL Costa Properties for insights on life in Spain.

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Ready to buy in Spain without even stepping inside? In this episode, Lynette and Damien share how they found, secured, and fell in love with their dream home in Benalmadena on the Costa del Sol, Spain.

From years of visiting the area to building trust with our team, they walk through the exact steps that made a fast, confident purchase possible.

In this real-life buying property in Spain story, you’ll see how much of the process actually happens before you view a home: reaching out early, using free resources, getting clear on non-negotiables and having the right legal support in place from day one.

What you’ll learn:

• How Lynette and Damien held onto their dream of moving to the Costa del Sol and why they chose Benalmádena
  
  
• What made them reach out after following WL Costa Properties for over six months
  
  
• How a free resource and preparing early made their Spain property search smoother
  
  
• What happened the moment a property came onto the market that felt “made for them”
  
  
• The truth behind why they felt confident enough to place an offer before even stepping inside
  
  
• The emotions of finally walking into their new Benalmádena apartment knowing it was already theirs
  
  
• Lynette’s biggest piece of advice for anyone dreaming of buying property on the Costa del Sol
  
  

If you’re researching Costa del Sol property, planning a move to Spain, or looking for a real client story about buying a home in Benalmádena, this episode will give you a clear, grounded picture of what the process can look like with the right support.

Work with WL Costa Properties:
📞 Book a complimentary property consultation:
https://calendly.com/wlcostaproperties/property-consultation?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=consult_call

📘 Download our Buyer’s Guide (costs, legal checks, timelines & more):
https://wlcostaproperties.net/our-comprehensive-digital-course/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=buyers_roadmap

📩 Email our team: info@wlcostaproperties.net

📱 Call / WhatsApp: +34 602 42 89 28

📍 Visit our office:

Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

Want to simply keep in the loop about life in Spain?

• If you want honest, expert advice about family life, relocating or property on the Costa del Sol, be sure to Follow us on Instagram or visit WL Costa Properties for insights on life in Spain.

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• #85 How One Couple Turned Their Holiday Home into a New Life in Spain

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This week we’re taking a little detour from property into one of the real joys of life in Spain: wine.

Sandra is joined by Linda from Winederlust Málaga, a wine and food expert from Manchester with over 20 years’ experience in hospitality, now based in Málaga.

Together they bust 10 of the biggest myths about wine, from dark rosé and “breakfast cava” to Sherry, screw caps, natural wines and that mysterious dip in the bottom of the bottle.

If you’re thinking about moving to the Costa del Sol, this is the kind of everyday culture that helps you feel like you live here – not like a tourist.

You’ll learn:

• Why darker rosé doesn’t automatically mean sweet or poor quality
• Why Sherry is not just for your granny, and how to serve it so it actually tastes amazing
• How “room temperature” red wine doesn’t make sense in southern Spain – and when it’s smart to chill your reds
• When screw caps and boxed wines can be a quality choice for young, fresh Spanish wines
• What the “ABC club” (Anything But Chardonnay) is
• Why checking the “legs” or “tears” in your glass tells you more about alcohol and temperature than quality
• The real difference between organic, natural and mass-produced wine
• Linda’s favourite wine areas around Málaga and Ronda, plus the Wine Trails that take you through the most authentic local bars

About our guest – Linda, Winederlust Málaga

Linda is the founder of Winederlust Málaga and a certified Sherry specialist. After two decades working in bars and restaurants in the UK, she moved to Spain, fell in love with Sherry and Andalusian wines, and now helps visitors discover the very best of Málaga’s food and wine scene.

She runs:

• Public wine tastings in Málaga
• Private tastings in clients’ homes
• Her much-loved Wine Trails, curated walks through Málaga’s most authentic bars, pairing standout Spanish wines with local dishes
  
  

You can find her on Instagram at @winederlustmalaga.

👉 Ready to talk about your move or your next property step in Spain?

Book a complimentary consultation with WL Costa Properties:
https://calendly.com/wlcostaproperties/property-consultation

Want to simply keep in the loop about life in Spain?

• If you want honest, expert advice about family life, relocating or property on the Costa del Sol, be sure to Follow us on Instagram or visit WL Costa Properties for insights on life in Spain.

Related Episode

• # 67 Live Like a Local: Spanish Food, Culture & Real Costa del Sol Life with Hanni Martini

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