Making your move to Spain feel a little less overwhelming.
Practical guidance, real-life experience, and simple tools to help you build a confident life in Spain — without the confusion.
Meet the Person Behind the Sunshine!
Hola! I’m Sanne — I created Living La Vida Malagueña after navigating the move to Málaga, Spain myself.
I know how confusing the paperwork, job search, and day-to-day life can feel, and I share what I wish I’d known from the beginning.
Curious about my story? →
YOU’RE IN THE RIGHT PLACE IF…
- You’re moving to Spain or already here
- You feel overwhelmed by bureaucracy- You're trying to find work here in Spain - You're in need of clear, honest guidance- You’re building a life — not just visiting
Real-Life Experience
Everything here is based on lived experience. No theory, nor generic advice, but everything
I would have done differently.
Calm, Clear Direction
Practical Guides
Step-by-step resources to help you move, find work, and settle into life in Spain with confidence. Discover more here.
No information overload. Just what you need, explained clearly and simply.
Moreover…
Living La Vida Malagueña believes, and builds upon real experience, careful research, and a genuine desire to make life in Spain feel more manageable.
Nothing here is rushed, copied, or generic. It’s created to support you through real situations, at your own pace.
From the blog
Thoughtful, honest posts about moving to Spain, finding work, navigating bureaucracy, and settling into everyday life.
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