Family Life in Spain: Issue 4

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Flamenco is passion! Golf: Spain has a huge number of golf courses, approximately 500, more than 70 of which are in Andalucia. What is more, the Costa del Sol is home to the highest concentration of greens and fairways to be found, not only in Spain but, in the whole of Europe. Not without reason has the Costa del Sol, with the finest golf facilities in Europe, become known as the Costa del Golf. It´s simply a golfers paradise! The 160 km stretch of coastline, from Nerja in the east to Manilva in the west, is home to over 50 golf courses all of which are ideal locations in which to enjoy this popular sport. Add the fabulous year round climate and it’s most definitely golfing heaven. Holidays: Where better to spend your holidays. The Costa del Sol in Malaga is one of Spain’s most popular holiday destinations for a multitude of nationalities. It is a great place to own a holiday home whether it be for your own use or as a source of income. International: Due to the diversity of nationalities who live and also visit the Malaga province, there is a very international and cosmopolitan feel to many areas. This applies predominantly to coastal areas however there are many inland towns and villages that are also inhabited by a high percentage of non-Spanish citizens. Jamon: Jamon Serrano, Spanish cured ham. A local delicacy and a common starter or tapa. Kids: What does Malaga have to offer children? Here are just a few options to look out for: water parks, Tivoli, Crocodile Park, Selwo Adventure safari park, Selwo Marina, Sealife Benalmadena, numerous outdoor free parks inc Parque La Bateria, Parque la Paloma …. Lifestyle: The number one reason for moving to Malaga! Montes de Malaga: Montes de Malaga Natural Park is located quite near the capital of the Costa del Sol and can be said to serve as a "green lung" for the city. This park - found in the central-western zone of the Baetic Range - encompasses a mid-mountain landscape of gentle topography, criss crossed by small valleys populated with extensive pine forests. It offers a range of outdoor activities and some amazing food. Look out for the famous “plato de los montes”.

To be continued ...

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