Marbella, often described as the "jewel in the crown" of the Spanish coast, has scooped up around 2,500 tonnes of algae sludge over the busy Easter period. Officials clear the beaches each day ...

"The beach!" interjects Longoria, also speaking perfect Spanish. "Wine!" she says. "I'm living my dream in Marbella. The first time I arrived here I felt 'Ah, yes. There's something special here.'" ...