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THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN THE MARBELLA AREA

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Puerto Banus, Marbella and the surrounding area has much to offer.

The list includes golf courses, tennis, hiking, beaches, horse riding, 

sightseeing, adventure parks markets and,  festivals  

 

For active kids jut a few minutes away is a World class soccer camp (used by professional teams)

As well as  soccer for 6 - 16 boys and girls of all abilities, there is a multi sport course designed 

as an introduction to a variety of sports

Ramon Vega's Soccercamp Marbella

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There are bus / boat timetables, restaurant details, and maps at the 

apartment or email us and we will be pleased help if we can.

 Day trips to Granada , Marocco, Saville and more with coach trips 

available throughout the year

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WEATHER

The Spanish Costa del Sol has long been known to have the best climate in

Europe with 320 days of sun per year and temperatures ranging from 

16 to 30 degrees Celsius (61 to 86 degrees Fahrenheit)

.Due to its geographical positioning and the Sierra  Blanca mountain range 

that surrounds it, Marbella enjoys a unique micro climate. 

The rain and cold winds from the Atlantic Ocean are pushed further up the 

coast to the Costa Blanca area. The temperature is mild throughout 

the year - there are neither harsh winters nor suffocating summers.

5 DAY WEATHER FORECAST

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PUERTO BANUS

Puerto Banus is the pleasure Marina serving Marbella. It has developed a reputation as one of the Mediterranean's glamorous destinations. It has a smart yet relaxed atmosphere with a good choice 

of shops and restaurants. There is a lively night life with bars and clubs open until the early hours.

Fine, sandy beaches are located on both sides 

of the harbour with something for all age groups.

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Saturday is market day at the bullring, from early 

in the morning you can buy designer copies, flowers, ceramics and great craft ware.

From lunch time in the summer at the square in Puerto Banus there is a  medieval market with colourfully attired street performers and stall holders offering alternative fare.

Puerto Banus boasts an English cinema with  all the latest movies.

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There are boat trips during the summer months going to the marina in Marbella. The last boat returns at around 6.30pm

GOLF

The apartment is surrounded by the famous "Golf Valley " courses, bordering the complex is a course open at night and named after the beautiful night scented flower, La Dama de Noche

A great favourite with guests is Los Naranjos  just 2 minutes away. The clubhouse makes an enjoyable lunch venue, Sunday brunch being very popular

Exclusive and beautiful Las Brisas 3 minutes away is only available to the public during the summer months. Aloha a popular and friendly course is  a few minutes away. 

 La Quinta is on the Ronda Road out of San Pedro is a 15 minute drive away, it has very good clubhouse and facilities.

 

For pre booking at discount on over 32 courses

 www.golf-service.com

 

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MARBELLA

 

5 minutes drive or a scenic boat ride from  Puerto Banus is the town of Marbella. Marbella`s seafront promenade is arguably the best on the Costa.

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Visit the historic Old Town with its labyrinth of flower decked alleyways where shops, restaurants and homes mingle. Here you will find the 16th century Town Hall, charming Church square, and Plaza Los Naranjos where you can dine under the shade of the orange trees. The tourist information office is located on the square.

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Monday is market day, it is a short walk from here to the seafront. To the east along the promenade by the Portis a great beachside seafood restaurant offering freshly prepared catches of the day.

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Marbellas annual fair is held during the second week of June

 

 

RONDA

One of the oldest towns in Spain, originally the capital of a Moorish empire, Ronda is famed for its spectacular position overlooking the dramatic El Tajo Gorge. It can trace its origins back to prehistoric times with its rock paintings at the nearby Caves of Pileta.

The drive from the apartment takes about 50 minutes, it is well worth spending a day here, the tourist office in Plaza de Espana has maps and the opening times of the sights. During September the bullring considered the best in Spain hosts a `Goya Festival` when all the participants and audience don the costumes of 

Goya` s day. As Ronda is located in the hills it can be cooler than the coast.

The restaurants serve some of of the very finest fair in Andalucia

 

 MALAGA

This is the major coastal town of Analucia, relatively untouched by tourism and the passage 

of time. The refurbishment of the old quarter and the  opening of the world class Picasso museum 

in 2004 has already accelerated  the City`s transformation, making it a good place to visit.

Plenty of restaurants for all tastes, Bar el Pimpi near the Picasso Museum  has a beautiful inner courtyard and vaults, try the local speciality "pescaito frito" an assortment of fresh fried fish.

Other attractions are the vast Alcazaba, the 

Museo Arquelogico with Roman and  Moorish artifacts, Castillo de Gibralfaro a Moorish castle and the Cathedral.

All served by a multi-lingual hop on/off tourist bus see www.malaga-tour.com 

Walking tours leave from the tourist office in La Plaza de la Marina opposite the port at 11am 

and 16.30pm

For Picasso museum opening times see

www.museopicassomalaga.org

 

WHITE VILLAGES

The whitewashed villages of Andalucia are impressive historical monuments and their people still live according to ancient traditions although increasingly those near the coast have become fashionable resorts.

MIJAS ( 20 minutes away) Known for for its hand made pottery and latterly a popular tourist destination.

Museum (Plaza de le Libertad, No 2. TEL 952 590 308)

This well set out museum gives an insight into Andalucian rustic life that was the norm until relatively recently.

Entrance free.

Fortress walls, gardens & viewpoint. Beautifully kept gardens at the top of the village with great panoramic views. There is an open air theatre here and in August a theatre festival

ISTAN (15 minutes away) The village is tucked away beneath the Sierra Blanca at the head of the valley of the rio Verde, close to the Serrania de Ronda hunting reserve. To reach it, just follow the signs near the apartment on the road into Puerto Banus.

There are four à la carte restaurants in Istán, Troyano, El Baron, Rincon de Curro, Entresierras and the new Las Harales in the Rural Hotel
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 FAMILY DAYS OUT & FUN PARKS

Cable Ski  Learn to waterski, wakeboard or kneeboard on a lake near San Pedro.

Dolphin Safari Recommended by many of our guests an outing to spend time with dolphins in Gibralter

Selwo Park See over 2,000 animals in a natural safari Park plus much more. Located between San Pedro & Estepona

Water Parks  A great value day out can be enjoyed at Aquamijas water park, an easy  20 minute drive away

Winter Skiing  December-April, a 2 hour drive away in the Sierra Navada

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