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Information about the region Costa Del Sol
Trip Preparation
Costa del Sol justifies the name "Sunny Beach", being one of the major tourist areas in Spain, with a coastline 300 km long. The beaches in Costa del Sol compromise the coastal towns along the
Mediterranean coastline of Malaga. In the resort area of Costa del Sol the towns are linked with each other being located no more than a few kilometers from each other. These are: Benalmodena,
Marbella, Torremolinos, Fuengirola and Estepona. The town Estepona is located relatively close to Gibraltar, where you can visit the legendary rock.
Climate:
The best months to visit Costa del Sol are during May to October - the temperature varies between 23 and 30 degrees. During the summer months the temperatures often exceeding 40 degrees - then you can just lie on the beach or spend time in the sea. There are very few rainy days therefore the Coast is mostly covered in Sunshine.
Currency: Euros
Language: Spanish
Climate:
The best months to visit Costa del Sol are during May to October - the temperature varies between 23 and 30 degrees. During the summer months the temperatures often exceeding 40 degrees - then you can just lie on the beach or spend time in the sea. There are very few rainy days therefore the Coast is mostly covered in Sunshine.
Currency: Euros
Language: Spanish
Country and People
Mentality: It is here that flamenco was born and this is where the greatest fiestas are held in the country.
Religion:
The dominant religion in Spain is Catholic. However Muslims and Protestants also live in Spain. There are many churches and other religious buildings which are very interesting to look at and get a feel of the Spanish aspect towards religion.
Religion:
The dominant religion in Spain is Catholic. However Muslims and Protestants also live in Spain. There are many churches and other religious buildings which are very interesting to look at and get a feel of the Spanish aspect towards religion.
Getting Around
Airports / Car rental
The main airport on Costa del Sol is located in Malaga. The smaller airport is located in the city Almeria. It is also possible to fly into one of two airports in the surrounding area in Seville or Granada. To rent a car at each of them is no problem, It is also not so expensive compared to other Western European countries (the average price per week is 130-150 euros).
Public transport
Between the villages situated on the coast, buses and railways run very well and are an easy way to get from one place to another. Malaga has a convenient daily connection with Granada, Seville and Cordoba. Also, taxis are relatively cheap in the area.
The main airport on Costa del Sol is located in Malaga. The smaller airport is located in the city Almeria. It is also possible to fly into one of two airports in the surrounding area in Seville or Granada. To rent a car at each of them is no problem, It is also not so expensive compared to other Western European countries (the average price per week is 130-150 euros).
Public transport
Between the villages situated on the coast, buses and railways run very well and are an easy way to get from one place to another. Malaga has a convenient daily connection with Granada, Seville and Cordoba. Also, taxis are relatively cheap in the area.
Discover and Enjoy
Latest version edited by Isabel.b
EventsSome of the events taking place in the Costa del Sol are: References to the film:
Festival Málaga Spanish Film
Fantastic Film Festival of Malaga
Spanish Cinema Week on the Costa del Sol
International Week of Fantastic Cinema and Terror in Estepona
International Festival of Short Films and Film Alternative Benalmádena
Biennial International Scientific Film
References to the musical world:
Malaga Festival Ritual
Festival Flamenco World
Etnimálaga
Algarrobo Rock Festival A
V Festival
Festival Málaga Club
Malaga Summer Festival
Culinary Specialities
The Cuisine in Costa del Sol is part of the excellent Mediterranean diet. That is, a variety of Mediterranean seafood, fruits and vegetables, Gazpacho, fried fish, sardines, and a very long list of sea-related dishes which are the most demanded foods in restaurants and cafes in Costa del Sol.
Sights
Costa del Sol is also known as the Costa del Golf. It has the highest concentration of golf courses in Andalucía and on the European continent. In addition there are many marinas and conference centers, so the area is ideal for business. For sightseeing on Costa del Sol, there are three main marine sites:
The Aula del Mar,
the Sea Life Benalmádena
Marina Selwo,
There are also some theme parks:
Aqualand Torremolinos, Aquavelis, Mijas Aquatic Park, Crocodile Park Torremolinos Senda Retiro Selwo, Tivoli World, Funny Beach, Fuengirola Zoo.
Other area attractions are the natural parks:
Parque Natural Montes de Malaga
Natural Park Sierra de las Nieves
Natural Park Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama
There are also Cable Cars in Benalmadena, Costa del Sol Hippodrome, the Caves of Nerja, the Torrequebrada Casino and the Casino Nueva Andalucia.
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Hotel reviews for hotels in Costa Del Sol
... Hotel RIU Monica the hotel lies very nice direct at the beach located in the western part of Nerja ... , all rooms have view of the sea and calming sounds to sleep.
the rooms were RIU typically relatively ... large and clean. To our trip was breakfastand buffet in the evening to a spectacular stay price ... with locked. The hotel where entering the charm the eighties, but all the facilities were clean ... Read more
in January 12
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Lina, Age 46-50, Couple
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... , it is not far and the beautiful Marina Benamaldena Costa is a few minutes walk. Providers, restaurants ... Hotel Siroco the hotel is quite large, built in a U-shape, and has the best days already behind ... itself. The photos in the brochure pictured pool area is in reality clearly small and was our time ... not really well maintained. During our travels was the hotel well stocked-almost exclusively ... Read more
in January 12
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Oliver, Age 41-45, Couple
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... , French, Polish and North the hotel lies at the Benamaldena Costa, somewhat higher location and about ... Hotel Benalmadena Palace the hotel spread over 7 floors and is in good condition
we had a apartment ... with half board booked
the guests were 60% British, 30% German. The remainder consisted of Spain ... one hundred meters from the main street and about two hundred meters away from beach.
options ... Read more
in February 12
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Herbert, Age 61-65, Couple
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... Hotel Sol Don Pedro great plant at the Sol Don Pedro is composed of three hotels in the area (Sol ... Don Pedro, Don Marco, Don Pablo) you could use something in the early part of the season the 3 hotels ... opened( pool, Stage, swimming pool, pools, wellness areas amongst others)
with breakfast or half ... board in the pre season available
room really clean there was nothing to fault
the guest structure ... Read more
in February 12
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Silke, Age 41-45, Family
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... del Sol, with clear views to the Atlas mountains in North Africa. The furnishings is completely ... described - dreamlike. Larger options for shopping (Lidl/ Erosci) in Algarrobo Costa and Torre del ... Villa Estrellita The vacation home is dreamlike on the hill with a breathtaking view over the Costa ... Read more
in February 12
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Boris, Age 41-45, Family
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