The best winter weather in Europe. Winter in the north of Europe is characterised by its cold temperatures, and recently we have seen Storm Brendan crash over Ireland and the British Isles. How lucky we are then to live on the Costa del Sol where a mild winter is the norm, as this January has …
The Costa del Sol is set to become a first class choice for canine lovers thanks to a recent announcement that two dog-friendly beaches have been given the green light in the Marbella area. Last week the Euro Weekly News reported that due to an increasing demand for dog-friendly beaches over the past few years, …
The torrential rain and storms of last December left many of the Costa del Sol’s beaches in need of repairs and a cleanup before the tourist season starts. Many areas along the coast were devastated, with stretches of sand suddenly shelving away. In addition, chiringuitos (beach bars) and other structures on the shoreline also bore …
If you go for a walk in Marbella you may be in for a big surprise. Keep your eyes open and you could just see a dragon, fairy tale castle or even friendly ogre Shrek. A stroll along the Paseo Maritimo promenade in summer presents a delightful discovery of modern art as you encounter a …
When it comes to property the old mantra of location, location, location still holds true. The recovery of the housing market in Spain is being driven by hotspots such as Marbella, where well-priced apartments, villas and townhouses built to the highest standards, are being snapped up by people looking for a home in the sun. …
We could tell you about the 320 days of sunshine that this beautiful seaside town gets on average each year, making al fresco wining and dining a way of life. Or we could inform you that Marbella was voted the most luxurious holiday destination in the world by Brits in a poll this month. That’s before we even start talking about the multitude of golf courses, the bright lights and sounds of Puerto Banús, the charming Marbella Old Town or the multitude of sandy beaches that offer views over to Morocco and Gibraltar.
There are a number of reasons why Elviria is one of Marbella’s most popular neighbourhoods among international residents. For a start Elviria is a sun worshipper’s paradise, as it boasts what many claim is the best stretch of beach on the town’s coast, offering crystal clear water and palm tree lined, sandy, golden beaches. However, if soaking up the sun is not your cup of tea then those with a penchant for the fairway will be pleased to know the area is a global golfing haven. Elviria boasts two championship golf courses, The Santa María and Santa Clara, with many more within striking distance.
It’s renowned for being a firm favourite among well-heeled, wealthy celebrity types, so it comes as no surprise that Marbella has been voted the top luxury holiday destination of 2013 in a recent poll. The former sleepy little fishing village beat the likes of Ibiza, St Tropez and even Barbados to win the coveted title. During the study members of the public were asked to vote for their ideal holiday location from a list of ten celebrity hotspots. Not surprisingly Marbella, which is known as a playground for the rich and famous, scooped first place with more than a third of the vote.
