Spain

Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is the main gateway to Málaga city and much of the Costa del Sol. The right onward journey depends on where you are staying: the C1 commuter train is convenient for Málaga and several western coastal stops, while buses, transfers or a rental car serve other destinations. A good arrival plan … Read more

Malaga is the capital of the Costa del Sol, a famous stretch of coast in the south of Spain. Many important cultures have been involved in the great history of Malaga: The Carthaginians, Romans and Moors ruled here before the Catholic Monarchs came to power in 1487. Some historical sights, the fine wines of the … Read more

Torre del Mar is a coastal town in the municipality of Vélez-Málaga, east of Málaga city. Its broad promenade, beach, restaurants and everyday town services make it a practical base on the eastern Costa del Sol. It is less about a single famous monument than about the rhythm of a seaside holiday: an early walk … Read more

The city of Nerja is the eastern border of the Costa del Sol. A few kilometers further the Costa Tropical begins. Nerja has a warm, almost subtropical climate, similar to the other places on the Costa del Sol. The village has about 25,000 inhabitants and is located directly on the Mediterranean Sea. Nerja is about … Read more

Almuñécar is a town on Andalusia’s Costa Tropical, between the Málaga region and the coast near Granada. It combines beaches, an old centre and visible traces of a much longer history. It feels different from a purpose-built resort: people come for the sea, but there are also streets to explore, a castle above the town … Read more

The Alhambra in the southern Spanish city of Granada is an absolute top attraction. On many top lists the Alhambra is listed as one of the top 10 sights in Europe, often the Moorish castle is even the number 1 sight in Spain. Our tip:  On this website you can book a good tour with … Read more

Granada, situated at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains in Andalusia, is a beautiful city full of Islamic and Spanish history. Granada is a lively city with many young people and has much to offer: The sights in the city above all the Alhambra, hikes and lots of nature in the surrounding area, many … Read more

Detailed information about the city of Cartagena Cartagena has about 200,000 inhabitants and is located in the southeast of Spain by the sea. The port of Cartagena is one of the largest in Spain. For the tourist Cartagena is interesting because of the many historical buildings and the location on the Costa Calida (hot coast). … Read more

Torrevieja is a coastal city in the south of Alicante province, known for its beaches, marina and nearby salt lagoons. It has a different feel from the historic hill towns of the Costa Blanca: visitors come mainly for the seafront, everyday holiday amenities and the landscape around the lakes. This guide helps you choose what … Read more

Guardamar del Segura combines long beaches with dunes, pinewoods and a surprisingly layered past. This guide helps you choose a beach, explore the town and plan a stay on the southern Costa Blanca. At a glance Guardamar is a relaxed coastal base near the Segura River mouth. Walk the dunes on marked paths, visit Reina … Read more