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InterNations — A Community for American Expats in Marbella

Hello to all Americans in Marbella! Are you interested in getting to know fellow expats in Marbella? Looking for advice from other Americans, e.g. wondering if there are any bars in Marbella which will be showing your favorite baseball or American football team’s upcoming match or where to go in town for stuffed turkey?

Although Marbella has lots to offer, you might be wondering where and how you can meet other Americans in the city. Luckily, InterNations is here to make this easier for you! You’re warmly invited to join the InterNations community. Within our international network in Marbella, there’s a vibrant circle of American expats from all regions of USA, including New York City, Los Angeles, and beyond.

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Jacques Paillard

Jacques Paillard

At the InterNations Events, I didn't only enjoy dancing the night away at some great venues, but I also got to know some great friends.

Katharina Berbner

Katharina Berbner

Thanks to InterNations, I found a good language school for expats to take intensive classes in Spanish and socialize a bit more.

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An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

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Why you'll love InterNations in Marbella

13,586
members in Marbella
516
American members
13
monthly events
12
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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What Americans love about living in Marbella

To gain a better understanding of expat life in Marbella, we asked our American members for their opinions. Let’s start with the positive ones first.

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One of the best things about Marbella is the social life, friends, wonderful weather, outdoor activities, affordable housing, food and insurance, and access to medical care. — US American expat in Marbella
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Living in Marbella is a change and a challenge, but Spain is a delightful country to live in. Although the language can be challenging, locals are generally willing to help when they see that you’re friendly and making an effort to understand and speak their language. — US American expat in Marbella
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Although I’m retired, I’m also an artist and find the culture, history, and scenery in Marbella very inspiring. — US American expat in Marbella
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What I enjoy most about Marbella is the climate, the cost of living, the people, and the slower pace of life. — US American expat in Marbella
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One thing I really appreciate about Marbella is the climate and lifestyle. — US American expat in Marbella
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Now let's see some common negative topics that our American members had on their minds:

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What I dislike about Marbella is the amount of bureaucracy involved in property purchases and residency matters, which can be quite daunting. — US American expat in Marbella
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Living in Marbella, I find it difficult that everything happens at a much slower pace than I’m used to. Furniture can take months to be delivered, and finding a good plumber or electrician isn’t always easy. Some people also seem to resent expats, but despite all that, life is much more pleasant here. — US American expat in Marbella
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One downside of living in Marbella is that English is not widely spoken, and I find the siesta hours difficult to get used to. — US American expat in Marbella
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What I find challenging about Marbella is what I perceive as a more laid-back attitude toward work. — US American expat in Marbella
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What I struggle with most in Marbella is the lack of opportunities for my business. — US American expat in Marbella
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Why Americans move abroad … (and do they like it?)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys for expats — Expat Insider — where we ask people living around the world about every aspect of expat life. We’ve rounded up key facts about the typical American expat: what motivated them to move to a new country, what they enjoy about life abroad, as well as what they struggle with the most.

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Connect at Our Events in Marbella

Attend our monthly events and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expats and fellow Americans in Marbella. From sailing to spirituality, there is sure to be something for everyone! In most communities, there are also monthly Newcomers’ Events especially for those who have recently joined the American community in Marbella. Take this chance to mingle and meet other expats and global minds in Marbella.

The Long Table by the Lake Cancelada
The Long Table by the Lake Cancelada
a Levantine Feast at a Private Finca In 2021, 27 of us sat around one long table at my own restaurant in Marbella for a Levantine feast. This time: same food, better setting. Our friend Bernie is opening his private finca at Lake Cancelada for one evening. No restaurant, no rush, no bill at the en
a Levantine Feast at a Private Finca In 2021, 27 of us sat around one long table at my own restaurant in Marbella for a Levantine feast. This time: same food, better setting. Our friend Bernie is opening his private finca at Lake Cancelada for one evening. No restaurant, no rush, no bill at the en
Learn Padel & Have Fun in Riviera Del Sol
Learn Padel & Have Fun in Riviera Del Sol
This is an event for people that want to learn how to play padel (and improve quickly). The host organises 4 games of 25 minute each (must be 4 player per court, so the organising of total players is critical! So registration is coordinated via WhatsApp. To reserve your spot, please click on "ATTE
This is an event for people that want to learn how to play padel (and improve quickly). The host organises 4 games of 25 minute each (must be 4 player per court, so the organising of total players is critical! So registration is coordinated via WhatsApp. To reserve your spot, please click on "ATTE
InterNations Marbella | November Networking Evening @ La Sala
November on the Costa del Sol belongs to the people who actually live here. The summer crowds are gone, and it is the perfect time to meet them. Once a month we bring together people from all over the world who chose this coast as home. Some have been here for decades, others arrived last month. Ma
November on the Costa del Sol belongs to the people who actually live here. The summer crowds are gone, and it is the perfect time to meet them. Once a month we bring together people from all over the world who chose this coast as home. Some have been here for decades, others arrived last month. Ma

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Find People Who Share Your Passions

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Outdoor & Sports Group
Outdoor & Sports Group
Wine Tasting Group
Wine Tasting Group
City Explorers Group
City Explorers Group
DinnerNations Group
DinnerNations Group

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Enjoy the International Experience with InterNations

  • Browse our network of members to get to know American expats in Marbella and connect with others.
  • Take part in our expat forums to get firsthand tips and information from fellow Americans in Marbella.
  • Meet other American expats and global minds at 600 monthly official events and share your interests at more than 4,600 monthly activities in Marbella and across the globe.

InterNations provides an easy, casual way to get to know expats from the USA and further afield in your local community. Sound good? Then let us welcome you into our Marbella Community today!

Mix and Mingle with Americans in Marbella at Our Events

Our Marbella community is also lively and welcoming offline. The InterNations Ambassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience in Marbella’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow American expats to discover the thriving capital, the vibrant Catalonian coastal city of Barcelona. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from the United States of America in your local community and meet Americans in Spain in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our Americans living in Marbella!

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