White Christmases are few and far between on the Costa del Sol. Instead, red and gold tinsel adorn beach chiringuitos and santa hats and decorations are sold in sun-soaked stalls and on sidewalks lined with palm trees. The Spanish share many Christmas traditions that are similar to the rest of Europe and spending time with family and friends during the holidays takes centre stage. But with average temperatures of 18°C and bright ... [Read More]
Sierra Nevada: Donde el sur se viste de blanco
The south of Spain is known worldwide as a popular beach destination characterised by palm trees, glitzy marinas and over 300 days of sunshine per year. By November each year however, a nearby mountaintop signals the beginning of the skiing season for residents and tourists in the region.Sierra Nevada, "where the south dresses itself in white" is located just 2-3 hours drive away from Marbella, just north of Granada, and is an amazing ... [Read More]
A Day Out In Malaga
Malaga is the second largest city in Andalucía and is home to some of the most internationally treasured artistic, musical and culinary traditions hailing from Spain.Malaga has experienced a significant resurgence in recent years because of a rejuvenated city centre and a hugely improved infrastructure, including a renovated port (in operation since 600BC) and a vast landscape of historical relics and architectural triumphs. Overshadowed in ... [Read More]
11.3 million arrivals to Malaga airport between January and August 2016
Malaga airport registered a total of 11.3 million passengers between January and August this year, a rise of 1.5 million people compared to the same period in 2015. While the Costa del Sol has always attracted large numbers of visitors over June, July and particularly August, new figures released by Aena show this summer was one of the busiest ones yet, surpassing last year's record breaking numbers.Over 2 million passengers arrived in ... [Read More]
Top 4 Day Trips from the Costa del Sol
The history of the Costa del Sol, shaped by its location and predominance of Malaga spans about 2,800 years. Visitors and residents living along the Mediterranean coastline benefit from a huge wealth of places to go and see within the area itself, but are also only within 1-3 hours from a number of other beautiful Spanish towns and cities that are renowned the world over. Here are 4 top locations that are within easy reach of the Costa del ... [Read More]
