Malaga, the capital of the Costa del Sol, is the destination city in Spain with the fastest growth in recent years. In July, Malaga was the second destination city in the country with a higher occupancy rate just behind Barcelona, according to the National Statistics Institute (INE).
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According to data presented by the Andalusian government analyzing the results of this segment during the 2010 season, Malaga and the Costa del Sol are positioned as a landmark destination for Golf tourism.
The province of Malaga offers due to its geographical location a good number of landscapes of great beauty, worthy of making an excursion to contemplate and enjoy them to a maximum degree. Continue reading to know more about Malaga and natural spaces in the province.
The seventh edition of the International Contemporary Art Fair in Marbella, ‘Marb Art 2011’, will be open at the Palace of Congresses and Exhibitions of the city from Wednesday 14 until Sunday September 18. The event will feature works by 36 artists from around the world and aims to be a referential view of the latest art tendencies with the theme of lightness as common denominator.
Tourists come to know Marbella as one of the most sought after holiday destinations not only in Spain but throughout the European continent; now Apple choose the charming mediterranean town with the highest Millionaires concentration to host its most ambitious project in the Iberian Peninsula.
Among the many entertainment options offered by the Costa del Sol is also shopping. Between Torremolinos and Malaga airport is located the mall Plaza Mayor. It is designed like a Mediterranean village and all the Spanish low-cost labels are represented there: Zara, Mango, Promod, Stradivarius, Pull and Bear, Blanco, etc. In this popular mall there are also may bars, cafes und a multiplex cinema with films in English original version.
Thinking about buying a used car? Some rental car companies at Malaga airport, especially focusing on the tourism sector, have to get rid of the cars by the end of the summer season just because they are not profitable and become a liability (insurance, maintenance, etc.). That’s the right time to buy a car and when you can find the occasional bargain.
On Sunday those who decide to travel in between Malaga and Fuengirola on the commuter train (C-1) will witness a historical change and long-awaited by residents of the metropolitan area. As of September 11 there will be less waiting to board the next train, because the frequency will change from the current 30 minutes to 20 minutes.
Undoubtedly Torremolinos has been characterized as a city where to perform many activities that allow visitors to be entertained and at the same time enjoy the many beautiful places in this popular municipality of the Costa del Sol.
One of the great attractions of Benalmadena is its marina, known as Puerto Marina. Undoubtedly, for many reasons, it is one of the great resorts and leisure centres on the Costa del Sol and is situated only 15 kilometers from Malaga airport.