The Whats on Guide

Whats happening in the Marbella area!

The apartment is ideally placed for sightseeing and other activities. There are many fantastic things to see and do in and around the area of Marbella.

If you fancy some serious shopping, La Canada, a huge shopping mall with numerous shops and eating places is 5 minutes away. It even has a Hypermarket(Alcampo) within the complex. Another well established department store is El Corte Ingkes which is located alongside the N340 in the heart of Puerto Banus. If you fancy something a little more exclusive, the Quayside in Banus and or Marbella itself offer the ultimate in designer shopping.

Alternatively, you can pick up bargains at the popular markets up and down the coast. Popular buys are ceramics, leather goods, linen and of course locally grown produce and fresh fish for a healthy meal on the terrace that evening. You should be able to find a market no matter what day it is.

MARKETS

There are plenty of fine local restaurants. A few minutes walk away, you will find Chinese, Asian, Italian and Argentinian restaurants as well as more traditional tapas bar/restaurants. A couple of minutes car ride away and you could be dining in El Rancho at Las Chapas or the restaurants of Cabopino, Marbella or numerous beach restaurants and hideaways to suite all tastes and budgets. A few minutes down to Puerto Banus and you could be enjoying an apperitif in Sinatras followed by a meal in one of the Quayside restaurants along with the rich and famous

If you enjoy the Spanish wines, beers and Sangria, you are spoilt for choice. Within walking distance, you’ll find the cosy bars of Elviria and once again a short taxi ride takes you to Cabopino or Marbella. If you're feeling lucky - then why not spend an hour or two in the Casino Marbella in (Puerto Banus). Tip - remember to have your passport with you! Elsewhere in Marbella there are plenty of bars and nightlife to keep everybody entertained!

The beaches in the area are renown for their beauty and cleanliness. The local beach is one of the best in the district. Spend a day chilling out on the beach, enjoying a long leisurely lunch at one of the local beach restaurants. Plenty of beach activities are available if desired, or just take your latest book and find a parasol...

The apartment is located beside the Santa Maria Golf and Country Club, one of the finest, fairest courses along the Costa del Golf.

If you don't play golf but would like to try, there is a multi-tiered driving range, next to Greenlife Golf, A spectacular par 3 course, just a few minutes drive away. Find out more about the Golfing opportunities in the area. Other activities available within the area include swimming, tennis, bowls, walking, horse riding, snorkelling , sailing, mountaineering, diving, water skiing, fishing, and many more. Recent additions to the Elvira area also include a fantastic Soccer Sports Dome with outlying pitches.

Selwo Aventura a unique nature park, just off the N340 highway, close to Estepona which provides a unique and fantastic experience for the whole family. The park is based on the African safari park idea and houses 2,000 animals in semi-wild conditions.

It is easy to get to, with ample parking outside the front gate, and plenty of places to eat and drink and although some of the park is by all-terrain vehicle, be prepared for a good long walk.Selwo Marina Located in Benalmadena, Selwo Marina complements Selwo Aventura and is devoted to the exotic sea life and birds of South America. You can see dolphins, sea lions as well as visit Ice Island, a glass-enclosed area and the home of the penguins. Shops and food services are also available.

Aqua Parkis said to be the largest aqua park in Europe, the Aqua Park in Torremolinos covers more than 70,000 square metres, with rides including the hair-raising kamikaze twister and several near vertical slides, together with a tiny tots area, waves swimming pool and even a Jacuzzi. This aqua park has all the attractions you would expect from a park of this size, with plenty of space within the park for sunbathing as well as many restaurants and a golf zone. Special prices for groups and children under three free. Mijas Aqua Park is the other main water park on the coast and is located along the main road heading towards Fuengirola. Open from 10:30 hrs. to 18:00 hrs. Facilities include self-service restaurant, changing rooms, safety deposit boxes, gift shop, floats and a picnic area.

At the Sea Life Centre you can view the wonders of the marine world in more than 30 displays. Sea Life Centre, located in Puerto Deportivo in Benalmadena, offers you the biggest collection of sharks in Europe, as well as moray eels, rays and turtles, not to mention the wide range of tropical fish, anemones, jellyfish, octopuses and crabs.

Tivoli World is an amusement park located in Arroyo de la Miel, just 2 km from the Benalmádena Costa. There are various rides as well as a tiny tots section, restaurants, bars and a professional calibre programme of concerts mainly by Spanish performers, as well as some 'lookalike' stars. Telerifico is a cable car ride from the coast at Benalmadena, just outside Tivoli World to the peak of Monte Calamorro at 725 metres. Fantastic views over the Mediterranean, Africa & Gibraltar. The duration each way is 12 minutes with the first ride leaving at 10.30h and the last return at 19.00h. Funny Beach Have fun on the go-karts, trampolines, mini golf - and it's only a few minutes from Elviria, along the N340 towards Marbella - by the big Coke can!

Take a short drive/taxi to one of the most prestigious marinas in the world - Puerto Banus. Once you’ve enjoyed viewing the millionaire yachts, celebrity spotting and wandering around the designer boutiques, why not relax and watch the world go by in one of the quay side café bars or top up your tan on the beach.

A lot of people booking holidays on the coast will enter Spain at Malaga's airport and never visit the city. From historic castles to urban green parks, this Mediterranean port is pleasing to all interests. Take a look at the city that influenced the works of Picasso. You can visit his birthplace and museum. It has excellent beaches, shopping and a fabulous cathedral, and only half an hour away. Why not get tickets to see some football, watch Malaga CF take on the likes of Zidane, Ronaldo, Figo in La Liga.

So remember Malaga isn't just where the airport is.

If you prefer a quieter experience, the idyllic marina and beaches of Cabopino are a few minutes drive away. If even that is too much effort, you can start the day by taking a leisurely stroll through the shady pine trees to the local shops, buy your newspaper and fresh croissants and simply enjoy a breakfast on your terrace.

At Los Jardines, you have the use of four pools, all within a stones throw, and one literally a few metres away in front of the terrace, ideal for cooling off in the summer sunshine.