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What's it really like ? Transfer time: (approx) 75 minutes Location: What sets Marbella apart from the Costa del Sol's other resorts is ... money. Internationally renown as a playground for the rich and famous, it also appeals to ordinary folk who're attracted by it's glamorous reputation and are happy to pay extra for a chance to rub shoulders with the elite. Since the area has grown in popularity, however, it has expanded accordingly and the affect has been a watering down of it's exclusivity. Some of the apartments, especially along the promenade are not untypical of other high rise blocks, towering above the fashionable shops, while most of the jet-setters own or rent villas in the more elegant suburbs. The old town square remains Marbella's best feature with it's maze of narrow streets, lined with open-air cafes. You may wonder what all the fuss is about. Beaches: This stretch of coastline does not have particularly good beaches. The dark-coloured sand is imported and shingle, it is also rather narrow in places and can become cramped. A promenade runs along the seafront. Days Out: Many Watersports and golf. There are 11 courses to choose from - the famous Valderama has hosted the Ryder cup in the past. A half hour's drive away are all the attractions of Fuengirola and the charming hillside village of Mijas. A trip to Granada is worth a day of anyone's holiday. Nights Out: Numerous bars and nightclubs, though much more restrained than Marbella's boisterous neighbours. The place to be seen is around the marina at Puerto Banus, although dining out needn't be expensive. Bucket and Spade Brigade: Not much here for kids. The main attractions like 'Tivoliworld' and the water park are a 30 minute drive away. |
