As the jewel of the Costa del Sol, Marbella offers the most glamourous Spanish experience on the Andalusia coast. Marbella Town with its surrounding beach and hillside developments, is a sun-drenched paradise for lovers of golf and gastronomy. Here you can enjoy the finer things in life in an exotic setting of soft, sandy beaches, dramatic mountain ranges, tropical gardens and white-washed villages. Whether you crave tranquility or hedonism, this large and varied area has everything.
Marbella is in Malaga province, therefore Malaga airport is only 40 minutes away, offering direct connections to all major European cities. Whilst in Marbella you can explore the whole of Andalusia, although you may never wish to leave the municipality. The perfect blend of striking natural beauty and modern luxury, found in world famous golf courses and fashionable ports, promises to leave you spellbound.
Your daytime schedule may consist of little more than reading those books you never get the chance to read, or improving your handicap on some of the best golf courses in the world. In the evening you may wish to use your terrace for a spot of alfresco dining. A crisp white, or a warm red Rioja is best enjoyed with delicacies handpicked from local markets.
Away from your tasteful apartment or villa you can sample innovative cuisine in world class restaurants such as Silks by the Sea, and mingle with the beautiful people in designer bars and nightclubs like Olivia Valere . Six kilometres from Marbella 's bustling town centre, experience a slice of the jet-set lifestyle in Puerto Banus . This fashionable marina is home to some of the most luxurious yachts ever built, with the grandest belonging to King Fahd of Saudi Arabia . The Saudi Monarch has also built a White House replica, with mosque, on the edge of the town centre.
For a more authentic Andalusia experience, venture into Marbella 's Casco Antiguo ( Old Town ). Here you can stroll through cobbled streets lined with beautiful, white buildings and colorful flower displays. The focal point of the Casco Antiguo is Plaza de los Naranjos, a smart square surrounded by fragrant orange trees, quality tapas bars and designer boutiques.