March 2021

Marbella Holiday Guide What is now the second largest city in the province of Málaga hosted its first few settlers in the Palaeolithic period, as is shown by the tools and weapons found at Coto Correa, in the area of Las Chapas, and in the Pecho Redondo cave (from the Neolithic period), in the southern foothills of the Sierra Blanca range. There is no trace of any other civilisation until late in the...

Our guide provides a brief introduction to the history of Marbella Marbella has an incredibly diverse history, which can be traced back to thousands of years BC. Human remains have been discovered from the Paleolithic and Neolithic ages on the Sierra Blanca mountains, and Phoenician and Punic settlements existed in Rio Real, Marbella during the 7th Century BC. As many a local historian will tell you, the...

Family days out near Marbella Whether you are planning to visit Marbella in the height of summer or during the cooler months, you will find plenty of great attractions for all the family within easy driving distance of the town centre. Many great attractions for kids are based in Marbella, Estepona, Fuengirola, Torremolinos and Benalmadena, and all are within a 40 minute drive of Marbella and Puerto...

Days out and excursions from Marbella Marbella is surrounded by some of the most picturesque towns and villages in Spain, and visitors can be up and away in the hills within 30 minutes of leaving Marbella, surrounded by Andalucian countryside, mountains, valleys and breathtaking scenery.Some of the best places to visit include: RondaWell known for its spectacular 100 metre deep gorge, El Tajo, Ronda is...

Things to do in Marbella   If you are lucky enough to be planning a holiday on the Costa del Sol this year, make sure you visit Marbella and Puerto Banus where you will find a vast range of great places to go.   Our top 10 list of places to see in Marbella include:   1. The Old Town of Marbella The old part of Marbella is situated north of the main road at the eastern end of the town, and tourists can...

Where are the best beaches near Marbella ? If you are lucky enough to have booked a holiday on the Costa del Sol, you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to great beaches in Marbella, Puerto Banus and Estepona. Here are some of our favourites:- Golden Beach MarbellaThis amazingly long, clean, white beach attracts visitors from all over the Costa, and due to the length of the beach, it never seems to...

The best tapas bars in Marbella and Puerto Banus   One of the best things about living in Marbella is the vast choice of excellent tapas bars in town. There is nothing better than spending the morning on the beach followed by a ´tapas tour´ around the streets of Marbella.   Many local ingredients are used to create delicious tapas with fresh fish, olive oil, seasonal vegetables and a delicious...

Discover the Andalusian countryside with this Wine Tour of Ronda, known for the quality of their wines since Roman times. In this private tour you will visit two boutique wineries where you will meet the owners, taste their wines and be delighted with a farmers lunch, a real Spanish feast cooked by the owner herself. There will be also time to visit the city of Ronda and follow the steps of famous...

Guide To Puerto Banus Definitely one of the slickest and most glamorous resorts in Europe, Puerto Banus continues to attract the jetset from all over the world who return each year to enjoy the beaches, the restaurants and the warm Marbella climate. José Banus first built the Marina as a place for the world´s aristocrats to come and play, relax and enjoy the sunshine, and Puerto José Banus first...

Famous Beach Bars around Marbella Now that the crazy days of summer have passed, residents and tourists in Marbella can look forward to sunny Autumn days, mild evenings at some of the best beach bars in Andalucia. There are plenty of great beach restaurants and bars (chiringuitos) to choose from in Marbella itself, including La Pesquera, along the seafront promenade, El Sombrero, on the central Marbella...