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Luxury tourism boost
Betty Henderson
IN a boost to luxury tourism, El Fuerte hotel in Marbella’s multimillion euro refurbishment is now 75 per cent complete according to the latest update given on Monday, February 27. The project is set to elevate the hotel's status to a fivestar establishment, providing travellers with even more lavish options on the Costa del Sol. Fuerte Group Hotels manager, José Luque, explained that the renovation has a dazzling €31 million investment since the project began last February. The investment will allow the hotel to expand its luxury tourism opportunities, attracting even more highend tourists to the city.
With Easter Week and the high season fast approaching, the hotel group is gearing up for its reopening this spring. While the exact date has not been confirmed, Luque hopes that the newlyrefurbished hotel will be ready to welcome guests in the first fortnight of May.
The hotel has undergone a complete transformation, with every facility remodelled to create a modern and stylish space. The renovation project has also allowed the hotel to create a premium category of 80 spectacular suites, made possible by reducing the number of rooms from 263 to 251 to increase space.
Promising talent
THE Costa del Sol is renowned for its pleasant climate for sports and Marbella has returned to national acclaim as the city hosted the RPTMarca ‘Promising Youth’ Under16 Tennis Tournament by Wilson and Tennis Point.
The tournament began at the Tennis Club Puente Romano on Monday, March 6 and featured some of the most promising young players in the country and was an exciting showcase of emerging talent. The ‘Promising Youth’ tournaments are a significant event for the Spanish tennis scene, bringing more than 7,000 athletes together throughout the year.
The tournament and athletes were welcomed warmly to the city by the local community. Marbella councillor for Sports, Manuel Cardeña, expressed his delight that Marbella continues to host national level tournaments like this. He also emphasised the importance of sports in promoting tourism, highlighting the city’s longstanding love for tennis. The event will continue until Sunday, March 12.
