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Destination Guide - Costa del Sol, Spain |
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The definitive Spanish resort area lies at the south of Spain's Mediterranean coastline in the province of Andalusia. Notable for nightlife, sandy beaches, jet-set clubs and easy access to the Moorish inland towns of Granada, Córdoba and Seville.
Averaging over 300 days of sunshine, it’s no wonder the Costa del Sol is regarded as the play ground of Europe. The coastline is well known also for its miles of wide, sandy beaches that are gently lapped by the warm clear waters of the Med.
Andalucia embodies all that is typically Spanish……Sun drenched beaches, flamenco dancers, Moorish castles, orange groves, Matadors and sleepy whitewashed houses that are perched on hillsides.
The Costs del Sol is the perfect gateway to the quintessential picture of Spain, from the cosmopolitan marinas of Marbella to the tournament class golf courses of Fuengirola. From the glittering sands of Torremolinos to the lively tapas bars of Nerja, the resorts of the Costs del Sol make up the ‘sunshine coast’ offer something for everyone.
As well as access to the full range of watersports you'd expect, the Costa del Sol offers access to many world-class golf courses, as well as other sports such as tennis and squash.
Food: Excellent seafood is to be found throughout the Costa del Sol, notably pescada al sal (baked salt fish) and tapas. For aperitif drinks, try Fino Quinto or Moriles.
Nightlife: Try to get into Marbella's trendy Cafe del Mar or Oh! Marbella, or Puerto Banus's News Cafe. Otherwise enjoy the mix of colourful flamenco, piano bars, pubs, nightclubs, discos and the casino at Torrequebrada and the Benalmadena coast.
Shopping: Haggle at the bazaars in Torremolinos or go on a spree in the stylish shops at Malaga, Marbella or Puerto Banus. Good buys are leather, lace, rugs Lladro and Nao porcelain, and sherry wines.
Days out: Tours of historical sites at Alhambra Palace, Granada; take a boat trip to Morocco; explore Cordoba, Malaga, Seville or Gibraltar; visit the aquarium at Puerto Banos; go cable skiing on the lake at San Pedro.
Events: Sixth of January is the Day of Three Kings; Andalusia Day is on 28 February; Semana Santa in Easter Week. Tourist information telephone number (UK): +44 (020) 7486 8077. |
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Algeciras
(150 minutes from Airport). Algeciras is situated on the southern tip of Spain and has fantastic views of the Bay of Gibraltar. The resort is a harbour town, and as Morocco is just across the bay, busy Andalucian market life can be experienced. Watersports are big here as people take advantage of the gorgeous sea and beaches, and nightlife is also very good. Trips to Morocco are easy, as are excursions to the other neighbouring resorts and the Rock. |
Benalmadena
(60 mins from Malaga airport). Offers three miles of white sandy beach with a waterpark, Tivoli Amusement Park, watersports, a marina, chic shopping area and a wide choice nightspots, cafes, pubs, casino and discos for all ages.
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Fuengirola
(60 minutes from Malaga airport). Once a quiet fishing village overlooked by a Moorish castle, lively Fuengirola is built around a 5km beach. Much favoured by visitors from Britain, it offers extensive shopping, eating and nightlife options. Something for everyone.
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Malaga
(30 minutes from Malaga airport). The principal town of the Costa del Sol, whose airport is the point of entry for most tourists. A major port, too, the city offers a notable cathedral and modern art and archaeological museums.
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Marbella
(60 minutes from Malaga airport). Elegant designer waterfront resort favoured by the rich and famous with a 7km beach, golf club, a buzzy, glam nightlife, boutiques, cafes and restaurants. Something to suit all tastes, ages and budgets.
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Nerja
(75 minutes from Malaga airport). Small intimate beaches with clifftop views, Moorish buildings on narrow streets. It has a weekly market, waterpark, marina, bars and clubs and so has something for everyone.
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Puerto Banus
(110 minutes from Malaga airport). Next to Marbella and noted for its extensive marina, easy access inland to top-class golf courses and sophisticated night life. Suits couples.
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San Pedro de Alcantara
(120 minutes from Malaga airport). Built around an inland village, it's a relatively quiet resort within easy reach of Malaga and Puerto Banus. Suits couples looking for a place to unwind.
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Torremolinos
(90 minutes from Malaga airport). Has all-year sun, 7km of sandy beach, an aqua park, traffic-free town centre with a busy nightlife and a wide choice of bars, cafes and restaurants. For all ages.
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Airport Transfers from ResortHoppa.com |
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Costa del Sol airport transfers at fantastic rates. Book your transfers from the main Costa del Sol airport Malaga with Europe's leading airport transfer companies. ResortHoppa offers efficient low cost airport transfer solutions for the holiday maker who chooses to travel independently. ResortHoppa will take you by taxi, minibus, or coach and on many routes have airport to resort shuttle transfers that run 365 days a year and 24 hours a day. So whatever transfer type you require you can always be sure that ResortHoppa will have a transfer tailored just for you.
Malaga (AGP) airport is the gateway to east and west of the ‘Sunshine Coast’. ResortHoppa transfers take you anywhere on Costa del Sol from Nerja in the west to Estapona and Puerto Vanus in the southwest. Other resorts in the area include Torrox Costa, Benalmedena, La Carihuela, Malaga, Torremolinos, Fuengirola, Puerto Banus, Marbella, San Pedro de Alcantar and Ojen, to name but a few.
ResortHoppa will take you by private taxi, minibus, or coach transfer from your airport to your chosen resort.
For more information please look at our airport transfers to Costa Del Sol page |
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