Costa del Sol
Chic contemporary living… and the allure of traditional Mediterranean charm
The enduring appeal of living on the Costa del Sol has never been a mystery. For discerning people seeking a new home, or holiday residence, away from chilly northern climes, the Coast’s weather is unrivalled in Europe, enabling residents and visitors to enjoy excellent outdoor living throughout the year. But that is just part of the story of the Sun Coast’s pre-eminence as a welcoming home away from home for buyers from all parts of the globe. Spain joined the European Union in 1986 and over the past two decades the Costa del Sol’s infrastructure has been radically transformed, becoming among the most sophisticated and advanced in Europe, including a state-of-the-art new terminal and recently completed second runway at Málaga international airport; a dual-system coastal highway and tollway between the Coast’s eastern and western extremities (meaning motorists can travel from one end to the other without passing a traffic light); and a high-speed rail network to Madrid (less than two and a half hours) and other Spanish major cities. In addition, families are well catered for with an excellent choice of highly-regarded international schools.