
Costa del Sol
What you need to know before you go
Costa del Sol, located in southern Spain’s Andalusia, is one of the country’s largest autonomous communities. The region has miles of fantastic beaches facing the Mediterranean Sea and the Penibaetic System, resulting in a diverse landscape of sand, sea, mountains, and bays.
Costa del Sol enjoys a warm climate year-round, making it a popular European winter sun destination. Coastal towns such as Torremolinos, Marbella, and Estepona have plenty of hotels, resorts, restaurants, and bars to suit just about any traveler. The region is also nicknamed Costa del Golf – you’ll find over 70 world-class golf courses, many of which have hosted international tournaments.
What to see & do in Costa del Sol
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Where to shop & what to buy in Costa del Sol
Shopping in Costa del Sol offers entire afternoons of browsing independent boutiques, gift stores and unique shops along the seashore, many focused on upscale luxury. In the old towns of Antequera, Málaga and Marbella, you will find stretches of quaint, small independent shops selling specialist items, arts and crafts. Along the Costa del Sol, open-air markets let you find used and new goods including local crafts sold by the... Read more
Where to go & what to do at night in Costa del Sol
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