Local info.:
Your nearest beach is at the seaside village of La Cala de Mijas. Here you will find many small tapas bars and fine restaurants. The beach at La Cala is ideal for children and adults alike ... there are several chiringitos (beach bars) that serve mouth watering snacks and seafood. A speciality is fish barbecued over an open fire on the beach. During the day try Casa Barella for a succulent lunch.
Fuengirola is probably most famous for its five miles of sandy beaches. A recent landscaping drive by the local municipality has resulted in a wider promenade and plenty of palm trees, interspersed with colourful flower beds and additional seating. The beaches known as Boliches - Gaviotas and Torreblanca hold a European blue flag. In the evening the old town with its myriad of streets and squares play host to the best restaurants in the area.(Insider tip..don't miss the largest flea market on the coast every Saturday at the fairground between the Centre and Los Boliches)
Further afield:
About 30 minutes away is Marbella who's motto is 'A Way of Life' and, certainly, this luxurious resort town seems to have it all and is, once again, rising to the fore as a favourite location with the rich and famous, as well as more ordinary folk who are willing to pay just a little bit extra for southern Spain's answer to St Tropez.
But Marbella has a down to earth side as well, an air of individuality which can be best appreciated by exploring back streets in the old part of town. One of the prettiest places is the fabled 'Orange Square' which is located just off the main street in the older district and is also home to the 16th century town hall and tourist office where you can pick up a detailed map and visitor information. Puerto Banus is located just west of Marbella, before you reach the small town of San Pedro de Alcantara. This is the place to be pampered quayside and ogle those fabulous luxury yachts while sipping a drink at one of the many open air restaurants and bars.
Restaurants and places of interest:
Of course eating is a very enjoyable part of any holiday and recommendations for restaurants, cafes and bars will be provide in your information pack along with places of interest that we have found over the years . Part of the fun of your holiday is to discover your own secret places. If you do, please let me know so that I can add it to the list and make our subsequent guests stay that little bit more enjoyable. (A secret is only enjoyed by sharing it, after all !). Just 15 Minutes from your apartment is Puerto Cabopino.
This small port hosts some of the best sea food restaurants on the coast (Try El Oceano for dinner. Mediterranean dining at its finest)
A short walk from the port is a beautiful 5 Km beach in a preservation area that allows no modern intrusion. Park your car under the pines from which the area derives its names and walk across the dunes to the unspoilt beach. Seclusion is the watch word here, a secret known by a few but can be enjoyed by you.
Other Activities:
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