Charlie in Sotogrande

Charles Gubbins
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"Sotogrande isn't just a destination—it's a way of life. Join Charlie Gubbins, co-owner of Noll Sotogrande, as he shares the vibrant world of Spain's most exclusive coastal community. From real estate and investment tips to the best dining spots, golf courses, and insider stories from Sotogrande's most influential figures, this podcast is your all-access pass to the lifestyle you've been dreaming of. Whether you're a long-time resident or considering making Sotogrande your home, tune in to Charlie in Sotogrande and discover what makes this place truly special."

  1. 3d ago

    Inside Sotogrande Polo: The Local Story Behind Spain’s World Cup Win

    What is it really like to grow up inside the world of Sotogrande polo; and how does that lifestyle shape a world champion? This episode explores polo in Sotogrande, horse breeding, professional sport and the year-round community behind one of Spain’s most distinctive destinations.Today we speak with Spanish polo player Pelayo Berazadi about growing up in Sotogrande, leaving banking to build a professional polo career, developing horses and helping promote polo beyond the summer season. Pelayo also tells the story of Spain’s historic 2022 FIP World Polo Championship victory, explains how the tournament works and reflects on scoring the golden goal against the United States.Polo has been part of Sotogrande’s identity since the 1960s, growing from local family matches into an international sporting tradition. Today, the area combines elite competition with academies, lessons and tournaments that make polo part of the wider social and family lifestyle; not simply a spectacle for August.Pelayo’s story also reflects Sotogrande’s shift from a seasonal holiday destination to a year-round community. For residents and newcomers, polo connects sport, horses, business, family life and an international network of people who increasingly choose Sotogrande as a permanent base.Pelayo Berazadi: @pelayoberazadiIberian Polo Tour: iberianpolo.comAyala Polo Club: ayalapolo.comFIP World Polo Championship: www.fippolo.comCONNECT WITH CHARLIE!📲 Mobile +34 607 911 661✉️ Email: connect@charlesgubbins.com🔗 Website: https://charlesgubbins.com/STAY CONNECTED!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlieinsotogrande/👤 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlieinsotogrande👨‍💻 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/charliegubbins🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nollsotogrande🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/charliegubbins📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charlesgubbins

  2. Jul 25

    From Sotogrande to the Ladies European Tour

    Why does Sotogrande produce so many world-class golfers? In this episode of Charlie in Sotogrande, we explore the journey from local junior golf to the Ladies European Tour, while discovering why Sotogrande has become one of Europe's premier golf destinations.I am joined by Maria Parra, a professional golfer from Guadiaro who has competed on both the Ladies European Tour and the LPGA Tour. We discuss growing up playing golf at La Cañada Golf Club, earning a place among the world's top amateur golfers, life travelling the professional tours, the mental side of elite golf, sponsorship, injuries, and why players from around the world choose Sotogrande to train. We also explore the area's incredible golfing infrastructure, how junior golfers develop here, and why Sotogrande continues to attract some of the best players in Europe. Sotogrande has earned an international reputation as one of Europe's finest golf destinations. Home to world-renowned courses including Real Club Valderrama, La Reserva Club, Real Club Sotogrande, San Roque Club, and nearby La Cañada Golf Club, the area attracts professionals, national teams and amateur golfers from around the world. Its year-round climate, championship courses and outstanding practice facilities have helped create an environment where local talent can develop alongside some of the world's best players.For local residents, golf is far more than a sport—it is one of the foundations of the community and one of the biggest reasons people choose to live, invest and spend time in Sotogrande. Maria's journey demonstrates how the region's unique golfing ecosystem gives young players the opportunity to progress from local junior competitions to the very highest levels of professional golf.CONNECT WITH CHARLIE!📲 Mobile +34 607 911 661✉️ Email: connect@charlesgubbins.com🔗 Website: https://charlesgubbins.com/STAY CONNECTED!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlieinsotogrande/👤 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlieinsotogrande👨‍💻 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/charliegubbins🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nollsotogrande🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/charliegubbins📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charlesgubbins

  3. Jul 18

    Running a Global Business from Sotogrande

    Thinking about moving to Sotogrande? Discover why more entrepreneurs, international families, and business owners are choosing Sotogrande as their permanent home while running global businesses. In this episode of Charlie in Sotogrande, we explore remote work, international business, family life, golf, education, and what makes this unique community so different from anywhere else on the Costa del Sol.I sit down with Diojo Asis, founder of global event company VOQIN, which has delivered corporate events in over 67 countries around the world. Together they discuss how he built an international business, why his family decided to leave Lisbon for Sotogrande, how remote work has changed the way entrepreneurs live, the importance of Sotogrande International School, golf, raising children in a multicultural environment, company culture, leadership, innovation and why Sotogrande has become their family's "happy place."Whether you're considering relocating to Spain, looking for the perfect place to raise a family, or simply curious about the lifestyle that attracts entrepreneurs from across Europe, this episode offers an honest perspective from someone living it every day.More information about Voqin:www.voqin.comSotogrande has become one of Southern Europe's most desirable destinations for international families, entrepreneurs and professionals seeking a balance between career and lifestyle. Known for its world-class golf courses, marina, polo, sailing, international school and low-density master-planned community, it offers a unique alternative to busier destinations such as Marbella.Over recent years, improvements in remote working, international connectivity and year-round infrastructure have attracted an increasing number of families relocating permanently to Sotogrande. The combination of safety, excellent education, outdoor living and an international community continues to make it one of Spain's most attractive places to live.If you're interested in moving to Sotogrande, learning more about the community or discovering the people shaping its future, Charlie in Sotogrande brings you conversations with residents, entrepreneurs and experts who know the area best.CONNECT WITH CHARLIE!📲 Mobile +34 607 911 661✉️ Email: connect@charlesgubbins.com🔗 Website: https://charlesgubbins.com/STAY CONNECTED!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlieinsotogrande/👤 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlieinsotogrande👨‍💻 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/charliegubbins🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nollsotogrande🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/charliegubbins📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charlesgubbins

  4. Jul 11

    Marbella vs Sotogrande: Property Market Truths Buyers Need to Know

    Is Sotogrande becoming the smarter alternative to Marbella for luxury property buyers on the Costa del Sol? In this episode, Charlie speaks with Pippa Jones about Marbella vs Sotogrande, the changing property market, buyer behaviour, personal branding, real estate trust and what people moving to Spain should understand before choosing an agent. Pippa Jones, founder of Jones in Marbella, has worked in the Marbella property market for many years and brings a sharp perspective on what is happening across the coast. Together, Charlie and Pippa compare the lifestyle differences between Marbella and Sotogrande, why some buyers arrive wanting Marbella but fall in love with Sotogrande, how YouTube and personal branding are changing real estate, why trust matters more than ever, and what regulation, transparency, AI and new property platforms could mean for the future of the Costa del Sol property market. More information:Jones in Marbella: www.jonesinmarbella.comJones in Marbella Instagram: @jones_in_marbellaLinkedin: Pippa JonesCONNECT WITH CHARLIE!📲 Mobile +34 607 911 661✉️ Email: connect@charlesgubbins.com🔗 Website: https://charlesgubbins.com/STAY CONNECTED!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlieinsotogrande/👤 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlieinsotogrande👨‍💻 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/charliegubbins🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nollsotogrande🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/charliegubbins📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charlesgubbins

  5. Jul 4

    Smart Homes in Sotogrande: The Luxury Villa Tech Buyers Now Expect

    What does a true smart home in Sotogrande actually look like today? In this episode, Charlie explores luxury villa technology, home automation, lighting design, security, energy efficiency and the rise of “quiet luxury” in high-end homes.Today I am joined by Victor from Illusion, a specialist in smart home integration, lighting, audio visual systems, security, home automation and luxury villa technology. Recorded at Illusion’s Plaza Blanca Sotogrande Experience Center, the conversation looks at how technology can improve everyday life in a home without making it feel complicated. They discuss why modern smart homes should be discreet, human-centred and easy to use, especially for large villas, second homes and luxury properties in Sotogrande. Smart home technology is becoming a major part of the luxury property conversation in Sotogrande. For owners, buyers and developers, it is no longer just about having an app or a few automated lights. The real value comes from comfort, security, energy management, lighting, sound, privacy and a home that works naturally around the people living in it.This episode is especially useful for anyone renovating a villa, building a new home, buying property in Sotogrande or trying to understand what modern luxury buyers now expect from a high-end home.More information:Illusion: e-illusion.esIllusion Instagram: illusion_marbellaCONNECT WITH CHARLIE!📲 Mobile +34 607 911 661✉️ Email: connect@charlesgubbins.com🔗 Website: https://charlesgubbins.com/STAY CONNECTED!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlieinsotogrande/👤 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlieinsotogrande👨‍💻 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/charliegubbins🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nollsotogrande🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/charliegubbins📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charlesgubbins

  6. Jun 27

    Gibraltar Treaty Explained: What It Means for Sotogrande, La Línea & Property

    What does the new Gibraltar treaty mean for Sotogrande, La Línea, cross-border workers, property buyers, and Gibraltar residents? In this episode of Charlie in Sotogrande, we explore how the Gibraltar-Spain border agreement could change daily life, travel, investment, residency, and the wider Sotogrande community.I am joined by cross-border lawyer Cayetano Caparros, known as “The Lawyer of the Rock,” to explain the Gibraltar treaty in practical terms. The conversation covers the expected removal of routine land-border checks, the potential impact on Gibraltar Airport flights, investment in La Línea and Sotogrande, property prices, rental demand, residency rules, tax considerations, and what the agreement could mean for the Campo de Gibraltar area over the next few years. The Gibraltar treaty is one of the most important regional changes for people living between Gibraltar, La Línea, San Roque and Sotogrande. For years, border queues have shaped daily routines for workers, residents, families, businesses and visitors moving between Gibraltar and Spain. If implemented smoothly, the agreement could make the area more connected, more attractive for investment, and easier for cross-border families and professionals.For Sotogrande, the biggest potential changes are connectivity and confidence. Easier access to Gibraltar Airport, smoother movement across the border, and stronger links with Gibraltar could make Sotogrande even more appealing for families, remote workers, property buyers and seasonal residents looking for a Mediterranean lifestyle with international infrastructure.Relevant links:Cayetano Caparros / Lawyer of the Rock: www.legalrocklaw.comDisclaimer: This episode discusses legal, residency and tax topics in general terms. Always seek personalised legal or tax advice before making decisions about residency, property, vehicles or cross-border status.CONNECT WITH CHARLIE!📲 Mobile +34 607 911 661✉️ Email: connect@charlesgubbins.com🔗 Website: https://charlesgubbins.com/STAY CONNECTED!📸 Instagram:   / charlieinsotogrande  👤 Facebook:   / charlieinsotogrande  👨‍💻 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/charliegubbins🎥 YouTube:    / nollsotogrande  🐦 Twitter:   / charliegubbins  📱 TikTok:   / charlesgubbins

  7. Jun 19

    Horse Riding & Dressage in Sotogrande: From Beginner Lessons to International Competition

    Discover horse riding and dressage in Sotogrande, from beginner riding lessons and children’s classes to advanced horse training and international competition. This episode explores how to start riding, what dressage involves and why Sotogrande has become an important destination for equestrian sport in southern Spain.Charlie visits Sotogrande Dress in San Enrique and speaks with founder and trainer Diego Ramírez about his lifelong experience with horses. They discuss Diego’s journey into professional riding, the principles of dressage, how beginners develop balance and confidence, training school horses and privately owned horses, competition pathways, horse care and the wider Sotogrande equestrian community.Dressage is an Olympic equestrian discipline built around balance, communication, precision and the natural movement of the horse. As Diego explains, a beginner normally starts on a trained school horse, working individually with an instructor before learning to control the horse independently.The Sotogrande area is widely associated with polo, but its equestrian community also includes dressage, show jumping, children’s riding and horse training. Its climate, access to open countryside and international population make riding part of the wider sporting lifestyle enjoyed by many local families and residents.More information about Diego and Dressage Sotogrande team:Web: dressagesotogrande.comMobile: 625 560 289📲 Mobile +34 607 911 661✉️ Email: charles.gubbins@noll-sotogrande.com🔗 Website: https://charlesgubbins.com/STAY CONNECTED!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlieinsotogrande/👤 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlieinsotogrande👨‍💻 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/charliegubbins🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nollsotogrande🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/charliegubbins📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charlesgubbins

  8. Jun 13

    Why E-Bikes Changed Cycling in Sotogrande

    Cycling in Sotogrande is one of the best ways to explore the area, from the marina and beaches to e-bike routes, family bike experiences, and nearby nature trails. In this episode, Charlie speaks with Pino and David about e-bike rentals in Sotogrande, cycling experiences in La Almoraima, and why bikes are becoming part of the outdoor lifestyle on the Costa del Sol.Pino and David are behind Serendipity and Eco Bike, businesses created to make cycling easier and more accessible for residents, families and visitors. They explain how e-bikes have changed cycling in Sotogrande, why you do not need to be extremely fit to enjoy a bike experience, how families can explore together across different ages and fitness levels, and what makes La Almoraima, Castellar, Estepona, Tarifa, Casares, Ronda and the surrounding countryside so special for cycling.

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"Sotogrande isn't just a destination—it's a way of life. Join Charlie Gubbins, co-owner of Noll Sotogrande, as he shares the vibrant world of Spain's most exclusive coastal community. From real estate and investment tips to the best dining spots, golf courses, and insider stories from Sotogrande's most influential figures, this podcast is your all-access pass to the lifestyle you've been dreaming of. Whether you're a long-time resident or considering making Sotogrande your home, tune in to Charlie in Sotogrande and discover what makes this place truly special."

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  • Creator
    Charles Gubbins
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    72
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Charles Gubbins
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    Charlie in Sotogrande