Why choose Marbella?
Marbella is considered to be the most popular holiday destination in Spain.
It is a place with a true Spanish-Andalusian talisman… Known internationally since the 70s when in Puerto Banús many royal families and aristocrats visited this attractive port city developed by José Banús, as well as the famous Villa del Príncipe Alfonso von Hohenlohe in Marbella Club.
Numerous stars and artists enjoyed the fantastic atmosphere of the Marbella lifestyle, its pleasant climate, its beaches, marinas and corniche restaurants and luxury shopping in renowned international brands.
Its busy and at the same time calm lifestyle, the climate, the great golf courses are well known abroad, and some of them have been awarded as the best in Europe on more than one occasion, as well as its Natural Parks for enjoying day trips, horseback riding, or renting a boat for a day of fishing in the Mediterranean, visiting inaccessible beaches, are some of the activities that you can practice during the day.
At night, going out to bars and restaurants to meet people from all over the world is the norm, and there are more than 400 restaurants with a varied offer of typical Mediterranean and international food, as well as nightclubs and bars by the sea where the best is to enjoy the nights under the smell of flowers in patios full of orange blossom, the soft aroma of jasmine and the ladies of the night, all these smells will be part of your unique tourist experience.
Marbella is the great classic of the Andalusian coast thanks to its climate, natural environment, coasts and, above all, the friendliness of its people that you will never forget.
If there is still something stopping you from visiting this fantastic place, let’s look at each reason one by one.
The Climate & Weather
Marbella enjoys 320 days of sunlight during the year and an average temperature of 19°C (66 degrees Fahrenheit). Its micro-weather, given that Marbella is surrounded by the warm Mediterranean and the mountains so-called Sierra Blanca, which protect it from harsher meteorological conditions, is characterized by comfortable seasons of weather: winters that are very mild and bright, while warm and dry summers.
Outdoor Culture, Social Life & Communities
There is access to a large social life when living in Marbella: a diversity of sports clubs like Golf & Tennis Clubs, Sailing & Yacht Clubs, Equestrian Centers, as well as outdoor sports centres like Hiking & Climbing Clubs, and a wide range of day and nightclubs, gourmet restaurants and plenty of green areas or parks at your fingertips, to be shared with family, friends, locals and ex-pats. This variety of outdoor activities to choose from, combined with the lovely weather, allows you to have a unique lifestyle.
There is a large list of ex-pats from different cultures to be found in Marbella city and Networks, that can help you for assistance and ideas about daily living, as well as incorporate you in their clubs and large communities to share your interests and goals in life.
The Beach Clubs or traditional chiringuitos are the best places to go for a good time at the beach. The beach clubs offer, in addition to a safe environment, a design and a multitude of services from large Balinese beds, to spas with beauty treatments and therapeutic massages, through bar services and music in alive, watersports offers are available on some beaches as well.
Various Neighborhoods
Marbella boasts a large diversity of interesting and heterogeneous locations where you can enjoy your holidays and/or live. The old town is the most traditional one, a very romantic Spanish part of the city, with a variety of fantastic restaurants, bars and shops of all kinds. Usually in the lovely main square, the so-called Plaza de Los Naranjos there are small events or shows held, and if you are lucky you might be entertained by a typical Tuna show.
Within easy walking distance to the port, you will find a large main shopping centre and the promenade. This part of the city is particularly popular at weekends with locals and visitors due to the views of the Mediterranean which you can enjoy sitting in trendy bars, clubs or a nice gourmet restaurant, ranging from the more expensive á la carte to family-run beach bars offering platters of fish and chips, hamburgers, or tasty salads to share.
Finally, after a short drive, you can find yourself in the internationally famous Puerto Banus, the most well-known of all the ports on the Costa del Sol it offers mooring for 915 boats of various sizes and it is packed with designer boutiques, trendy bars, happening nightclubs and gourmet restaurants, Puerto Banus prides itself on having something to offer everyone.
Hotels & Services
The Hotels in Marbella offer all types of concierge services, from answering your inquiries, and direct phone calls, to coordinating your travel plans and leisure activities. If you are in an Apartment or Villa of Marbella Club they include hiring luxury yacht rental, catering services, private chefs, household shopping, restaurant reservations, airport transfers, vehicle washing and more leisure activities and shows you may participate in. Pets care and everything related to their well-being are offered as well so that you can fully enjoy your leisure time without any worries.
Specialized staff, with experience and capabilities comparable to those at the world’s best hotels, will be in charge of organizing and managing everything you may need, efficiently and with absolute discretion.
Andrea Fernández is the Founder and CEO of Spain Realty Lux. For more information on Marbella properties, contact Spain Realty Lux Marbella.
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