Costa del Sol Holidays

The Costa del Sol is all about year-round fun and sun. The essential ingredients are here: sandy beaches, sunshine, great hotels and restaurants, plus bars, entertainment and sporting pursuits, from a leisurely round of golf to a vigorous course in kitesurfing. Away from the coast, the countryside is stunning, while the Costa capital of Málaga has big-city sophistication with museums, theatres and stylish shops. To many tourists Málaga has tended to serve primarily as a gateway to the coast or its hinterland. However, since the opening of the Picasso Museum, along with several other new museums and expansion projects, there is an awakening of interest in the city whose old quarters, churches, traditional bars and restaurants give a true taste of Andalucia.

With a perfect coastal location, Málaga is ideally situated for exploring more of the Costa del Sol. Just to the west of the city, you will find the major resorts of Benalmádena, Torremolinos and Marbella. This part of the coastline is virtually one long stream of apartment blocks, marina developments, hotels and restaurants and provides the perfect setting for a beach getaway. Benalmádena in particular is one of the most prominent coastal resorts with a thriving marina surrounded by a ring of whitewashed houses - numerous shops, restaurants, open-air bars and cafés line the areas luxurious quayside.