The Costa del Sol

Costa del Sol overview

There so much more to the Costa del Sol than great beaches. We’ve everything under the sun from cities teeming with history to picture postcard white villages hidden in the campo. And the coast wouldn’t be the coast without jet set marinas and party resorts that never sleep! Click on the links above  to discover some of our favourite locations – both well known and some hidden gems.
We will take you on a tour around some of the best places in andalucia showing you the best beaches on the Costa del Sol, the most exiting day trips to some hidden places in the area and a stroll around some of the most beautiful white villages of Southern Spain.
This southernmost stretch of Spain with 110 miles of coastline, dotted with towns, and urban developments is known by many as the California of Europe. Perhaps this is not only because of the similarity in the weather and infrastructure but also due to the fact that each area has its own distinctive character. Within any 20 minute journey the scenery changes dramatically.
Whatever your budget or inclination, the Costa del Sol -with its famous gentle Mediterranean climate - is the undisputed European playground of choice.
It attracts discerning tourists all year round and from the world over, whether they chose to relax on the beaches or sophisticated spas; explore the countryside such as the historic white villages; or sample the never-ending night-life.
Its 52 golf courses - and 40 more in the planning stages – have also earned The Costa del Sol the fond nickname of the Costa del Golf.
 By any name, every part of this southern Spanish coast, is easy and quick to reach with communications revolving around Málaga’s Picasso International airport, and a much improved road network. Flights are numerous and low-cost making journeys to most British cities under three hours. In recent years this has helped fuel a spectacular building boom for second home and residential tourist commuters from Britain and the rest of Europe.
This stretch of the Mediterranean coast is protected by the ancient Bética mountain range, creating an enviable micro climate. There are usually 325 days of sunshine a year with average temperatures of 22 degrees C  and sea temperatures of 18 degrees (24 in August) allowing visitors to enjoy the sun and beaches throughout the year.
 Foreigners who chose to live here are no new phenomena – since the Phoenicians, Romans, and Arabs to the present day, Southern Spain has always attracted visitors from around the world . All have left their mark – not only in the architecture, but also in the multicultural lifestyle and welcoming spirit of the Andalucian people.
 Today  the Costa del Sol  is an area of contrasts where tradition lives happily alongside the latest, international trends. The bustle of cosmopolitan living goes beside a lazy tranquil pace, five star hotels are set against backdrops of splendid natural scenery. This has all lead to a unique way of life - where sophisticated entertainment is easily available… in a natural paradise.