Costa del Sol

Guide to Mijas — the whitewashed pueblo above the coast, Mijas Costa beaches, donkey controversy, viewpoints and practical visiting tips.

Guide to Estepona — the flower-filled old town, murals, 21 km of beaches and a working marina on the western Costa del Sol.

Fuengirola on the Costa del Sol is a family-friendly beach base with a long paseo, Sohail Castle and easy train access — what to expect.

Marbella on the Costa del Sol pairs a pretty old town with glossy Puerto Banús and 27 km of beaches — what’s worth it, what’s overhyped, and when to visit.

Guide to Nerja — eastern Costa del Sol favourite: the Nerja Caves, Balcón de Europa, Burriana beach, Frigiliana day trips and food worth seeking.

Guide to Vélez-Málaga — historic Axarquía capital behind Torre del Mar: Moorish fortress, old town churches, markets, muscatel country and beach access.

Guide to Torrox — white village and beach town claiming Europe’s best climate: pueblo vs costa, lighthouse promenade, Roman ruins and food tips.

Guide to Rincón de la Victoria — Málaga’s local beach town: Cueva del Tesoro sea cave, seafront promenade, espetos and easy city connections.

Guide to Casares — the white hilltop village behind Estepona: castle viewpoints, griffon vultures, Blas Infante’s birthplace, beaches and travel tips.

What Benalmadena is really like: beaches, Puerto Marina, the Calamorro cable car and family attractions, with honest, up-to-date advice on what is open.