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The Costa Property Podcast
Welcome to the Costa Property Podcast!
Your first step to making your dream home in Spain a reality.
We are Warner and Sandra, founders of WL Costa Properties. Eight years ago, we relocated from Ireland to Benalmádena, chasing our dream of owning a home in the sun and living an outdoor Mediterranean lifestyle with our family.
Our business was born from our own relocation journey, inspired by the advice, services, and support we wished had been available to us.
Now, through this podcast, we’re here to help you turn your dream into reality.
Join us each week as we share expert insights from life in spain, property lawyers, real estate agents, and relocation specialists, alongside practical advice and personal stories (with a dash of mindset along the way!)
From navigating Spanish property laws and securing financing to choosing the right location and building your ideal expat lifestyle, we cover it all! Including the highs and lows.
Whether you’re a first-time buyer, an investor, a retiree, a digital nomad, or a family seeking a new adventure, this podcast will empower you to confidently make your move to the Costa del Sol.
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The Costa Property Podcast
#67 Live Like a Local: Spanish Food, Culture & Real Costa del Sol Life with Hanni Martini
What does it really take to move beyond the holiday version of Spain and embrace authentic life on the Costa del Sol?
In this episode of The Costa Property Podcast, Sandra is joined by Malaga-based food and culture guide Hanni Martini, who shares her raw, real journey from rainy UK life to full immersion in local Spanish living.
From adjusting to Spanish meal times and navigating language learning, to dodging tourist traps and discovering market gems, this conversation is packed with practical tips, honest stories and insider insights into Spanish life beyond the beach.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Hanni’s journey from UK corporate life to full-time Costa living
- Why learning the meal schedule is more important than you think
- The 5-meal Spanish day explained
- Where to find authentic food (and what tourist traps to avoid)
- Must-try dishes and hidden gems
- Tips on language, local markets, and building real community ties
Connect with Hanni:
Instagram: @hannimartiniii
Get her food tips, Malaga insights, and lifestyle stories!
Thinking About Relocating to Spain?
At WL Costa Properties, we work hand-in-hand with international buyers every day to make your move to Spain feel simple, safe and exciting - not overwhelming.
- Book a free, no-pressure consult with Sandra or Warner: https://calendly.com/warner-0tu/property-advice?month=2025-06
- Follow us on Instagram for insights into life on the costa del Sol: www.instagram.com/wlcostaproperties
- Check out our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/bFFREYnMZSg
Related Episodes
- #39 The Ultimate Guide to Christmas on the Costa del Sol: Local Traditions and Celebrations We Love
- #54 The Most Underrated Town on the Costa del Sol? Why We Chose Benalmádena
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