Search Results for 'Malaga'
Dec17
Published by Asya in Cities, Europe, Hotels, Romantic, Spain, Urban Tourism
Sits in the historic district of Malaga, on the corner of Larios street, the modern Petit Place Plaza Hotel is close to pedestrian, shopping and cultural center of the city. This Boutique Hotel is located within walking distance to the iconic cathedral and next to Picasso and Carmen Thyssen Museums. Situated in a splendid historic building, the hotel is a perfect choice for your Spanish vacation.
Continue reading One of the most luxurious European hotels
Dec07
Published by Asya in Africa, Lodge, Parks, Photos, Relaxing, Safaris, South Africa, Walking
Consists of 130 km² of private land, Mala Mala Game Reserve has long been regarded as one of the top big game viewing destinations in the world. Situated within the Sabi Sand Reserve in the province of Mpumalanga, this is the largest big five game reserve in South Africa. It shares a common border with the Kruger National Park of over 19kms. Actually there are no fences between the Kruger Park and MalaMala, with the animals free to roam between the two reserves. The game reserved opened in 1964, Mala Mala Game Reserve is possibly the most well-known private wildlife reserve in the Sabi Sands and today this area is known to have the greatest diversification of animal species on the African continent.
Continue reading Into Africa
Oct12
Published by Asya in Europe, Parks, Relaxing, Resorts, Restaurants, Romantic, Spain, Swimming
The Hotel Puente Romano is an Andalusian village-style hotel located on the Costa del Sol in the heart of the Golden Mile, Marbella and only 35 minutes drive from the Malaga Airport. Originally built as private apartments, the hotel offers an ultimate in comfort, quality, and unsurpassed service. Set amidst lush gardens and waterfalls, the Puente Romano is a quiet hotel perfect for your business trips and for the holidays.
Continue reading Classical Andalusian style
Jul14
Published by Asya in Arts, Cities, Cultural, Europe, History, Museums, Spain
Andalucia’s indisputable creative giant was none other than painter and sculptor, Pablo Picasso. Born in central Malaga in 1881, Picasso spent the first decade of his life in this luminous, exuberant port, thematically absorbing and obsession with building as well as his iconic dove of peace. Although he never returned to his hometown after a brief visit in 1900, Malaga never forgot him. Finally, in 2003, the much overdue Museo Picasso opened its doors to reveal a stupendous collection of around 250 major works, donated and loaned by Christine Ruiz-Picasso, his daughter-law, and Bernard, his grandson.
Continue reading Picasso, Son of Malaga
Jul14
Published by Asya in Europe, Parks, Photos, Spain, Windsurfing
However captivating they may be, Andalucia‘s cities are also gateway to vast stretches of relatively unspoilt and addictive interior. Even there, between herds of bell-tinkling goats and pottery shops, a new sophistication is creeping in; many country cortijos are now the pastoral settings for some wonderful guesthouses and hotels. The terraced foothills of the Sierra Nevada and the Alpujarras, which lie between Granada and Malaga, have in recent years lured waves of expatriates in search of rural bliss and idyll. Here, you will find goats, jamon, almonds and yoga classes belonging in tandem.
Continue reading Andalucia’s hidden secrets
Jun09
Published by Asya in Chillin, Cultural, Europe, Resorts, Restaurants, Sailing, Spain, Swimming
Situated on the Costa del Sol, Benalmadena covers an area of almost 30km² and is located only 19 kilometers from Malaga Airport. Famous for its leisure facilities, it is one of the main tourist destinations on the Costa del Sol. With a huge number of foreign tourists a variety of types of restaurants is enormous. You have the choice of all nationality restaurants, including, Chinese, Italian, Dutch, Lebanese, Irish pubs etc.
Continue reading Why we love Benalmadena
Jun08
Published by Asya in Cultural, Europe, Golf, Photos, Resorts, Romantic, Spain, Swimming, Walking
Mijas is a beautiful little village located in the Spanish province of Malaga on the Costa del Sol. Perched comfortably in the hillside at 428 m above sea level it is also known as “Villa Blanca”, or “white town”. Mijas is a superb choice for either holiday or full time living. If there were ever a typical Spanish village worthy of a visit then this is the one.
Continue reading An Andalusian Week in Mijas
Jun08
Published by Asya in Europe, Resorts, Restaurants, Skiing, Spain, Surfing, Swimming, Windsurfing
Located only 15 km from Malaga, Torremolinos is probably the most famous of the Costa del Sol resorts. Originally a fishing village it was the first town in this area to be developed for tourism and it definitely lead the area’s tourist boom of the 1950′s and 1960′s. Today, Torremolinos is a large resort features a magnificent shoreline stretching for around 7 km and offers great opportunities for your summer vacation. It offers most amenities you expect on the Spanish coast: there are hotels with swimming pools, with bars and restaurants.
Continue reading An international symbol for tourism on the Costa del Sol
Jun07
Published by Asya in Cultural, Europe, Photos, Resorts, Romantic, Sailing, Scuba Diving, Sightseeings, Skiing, Spain, Walking
Located about 50 km east of Malaga, Southern Spain, Nerja is a seaside resort of sandy coves sheltered by the impressive Sierra de Almijara Mountains. Once a tiny fishing village, Nerja is now a thriving resort. The town now has a population of over 22,000 but has managed to retain much of its original character and charm.
Continue reading The Jewel of the Costa del Sol
May16
Published by Asya in Europe, Golf, Hotels, Sailing, Skiing, Spain, Swimming, Windsurfing
This is a five-star resort nestled amid lush sub-tropical gardens with exotic flowers and pine woods opening up onto the finest beach of Marbella, Spain. The property’s exclusive grounds encompass gorgeous rooms and suites, bars, restaurants and multiple swimming pools.
Continue reading Don Carlos Beach Hotel
