Costa Del Sol

Costa del Sol is Europe's Coast of the Sun. It is a region situated south of Spain, within the huge Andalusian community. This tourist region is comprised of the communities and coastal towns that touch the Mediterranean. The modern Costa del Sol was revamped in the later part of the 20th century to become what it is known for today---a globally renowned vacation destination.

Before Costa del Sol teamed with high-rise buildings and stunning resorts, it was first made up of rural and underdeveloped fishing settlements. More interestingly, early settlement in the region can be linked and traced back to some of the most well noted and influential civilizations and empires, including the Vandals, the Moors, the Visigoths, Phoenicians, Carthaginians and Romans.

In the 1970s, Costa del Sol was referred to as Costa del Crime. The region became a decade-long haven for British gangsters and delinquents, who was looking for a place where they can live luxuriously, spending their ill-gotten loot. In the succeeding years, Costa del Sol regained its integrity and ceased to be a paradise for criminals. Now, you do not need to be fraudulently rich to enjoy what Costa del Sol has in store for tourists.

Top vacation destinations in Costa del Sol

Some of the best-known beach resorts in Costa del Sol can be found at the west portion of the Malaga province in the region. Interesting resorts can be found starting at Torremolinos, Fuengirola, Mijas Costa and Benalmadena. Merbella is very much popular with its marina at Estpona, Gibraltar, Sotogrande and Puerto Banus.

In the region can also be found as many as 70 beauteous and luxurious golf courses. Thus, Costa de Sol has earned its title as Costa del Golf. Golfers from Europe and from elsewhere in the world are always looking forward to experiencing playing golf at the wonderful and breath-taking golf courses at the region. Tourist experts note that Costa del Sol's overall tourism sector has been experiencing the ups and advantages of the golf course. To date, there are still many new and exciting golf complexes that are being planned and developed in the area.

Outdoor activities are best appreciated anywhere in Costa del Sol. If you are into scuba diving, sailing, dolphin watching and horse riding, you should get to vacation sprees in the region. The cities of Seville, Ronda, Cordoba and Granada all provide easy access to day tours. For a taste of modern adventure, why don't you try out the 15-kilometer trip going to the Straits of Gibraltar? From there, you can get by the Tangier in Morocco.

Best time of the year to travel

There are up to 300 days of sunshine in Costa del Sol. That is why tourism is active almost all year round. If you are into outdoor vacation activities, going from anytime from January to October. During the months of November and December, rain can be more frequent. Days are also shorter in accordance to the winter season in the northern hemisphere.

August is the busiest months in terms of tourism in Costa del Sol. The Fair in Malaga is among the most popular parties in the region during the same month.