Not Just for the Rich and Famous: Holidays to Marbella

Marbella Holidays - The St. Tropez of the Costa del Sol

Marbella is a popular resort town on the Costa del Sol in Málaga. It is an international tourist destination in part because of its location in the protected foothills of the Cordillera Penibética and partly due to its excellent infrastructure.

Marbella is notable because of the long stretch of beaches that have gentle surf and dark golden sand that line the city. The most popular include Artola Beach, centrally located Venus and La Fontanilla beaches, and of course Blue Flag beaches such as Puerto Banús and San Pedro Alcántara.

Marbella also has interesting archaeological heritage, with evidence of human life in the area dating back as far as the Paleolithic and Neolithic times, as well as Roman, Phoenician and later Carthaginian remains in what is now Marbella’s old town, which all point to the presence of ancient civilisations.

The town has something of a luxury nametag due to the presence of private estates and classy hotels that attract wealthy clientele. Golf at the Marbella Golf & Country Club is a frequent pastime, while tennis and numerous water sports including boating and jet skiing are popular as well.

Holiday Hypermarket offers a variety of holidays to Marbella, as well as to nearby Puerto Banús, Estepona and Fuengirola. Idyllic Andalusia is not only for the rich, and you can easily soak up the delights of affordable holidays in Marbella, from the delectable cuisine to the exciting sailing in sun-kissed waters.

Attractions in Marbella, Costa del Sol

Orange Square or La Plaza de los Naranjos provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of old Marbella. Named for the orange trees that grow nearby, the square is filled with stately 15th century architecture, art galleries, traditional bars and bistros, and it’s a great first port-of-call to the city because the tourism office and town hall are situated here as well.

The Paseo Maritimo, or main promenade, is a feature that stretches nearly five miles from the centre of town to Puerto Banús marina in south west Marbella. Lined with palm trees and sandy beaches, it’s well worth the walk, and there are many cafes and bars in which to enjoy a drink or snack along the way.

Plant lovers will enjoy the Bonsai Museum in Arroyo de la Repressa Park, which has hundreds of charming miniature trees from a wide variety of species. Considered one of the best collections of bonsai trees in Europe, the museum has specimens that are very old, including the Acebuche Olive, which found a home with the same Chinese family for five generations.

Visit Marbella’s Golden Mile, situated at the western edge of the city stretching to Puerto Banús. This area is the most exclusive in the city, and is filled with expensive villas and estates, business centres and five-star hotels. Split in two by the motorway, the area is still under development, although the beach side is fully urbanised.

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A luxury Spanish town that’s prized for its climate and beaches, marina and heritage, Marbella is not just a destination for the rich and famous. Dine al fresco, experience traditional Spain at a bullfight, or browse speciality shops for those treasured souvenirs.