Melbourne, Feb 7 : Pop star Kylie Minogue received a warm welcome from her new beau Andres Velencoso's family when she met them recently.

Sources have revealed that Spanish model Velencoso made every possible effort to make Minogue feel at home during her visit to his hometown.

"This is his first serious relationship and his family appreciate how much effort he is making with Kylie and were very welcoming," the Daily Telegraph quoted a source as telling the Daily Mail.

Although Minogue met Velencoso's father and sister, he was saddened that Minogue could not see his mother, who had passed away seven years ago.

Veloncoso, who seems to be smitten by Minogue, is said to be looking for a London base so that he can spend more time with her.

The duo began dating in October 2008. (ANI)