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Andalucia is the perfect destination to pamper your mind, body and soul. The warm Mediterranean climate of Andalucia is so enticing for relaxing, personal development, and it's even becoming a fashionable destination to sneak away for a little "nip and tuck". With an extensive range of spas, retreats, private clinics and alternative health professionals based in this beautiful part of the world, it's no surprise that celebrities also love the area.
Since 2002 Malaga´s major draw has been its Picasso museum. This 66-million euro project is housed in the 16th-century Palacio de Buenavista. The permanent collection - including 155 works donated by the artist´s daughter-in-law, Christine Ruiz-Picasso, and her son Bernard - is divided into periods, illustrating every stage of Picasso´s extraordinary career.
No Andalucian city is complete without its mighty Moorish fortress. Malaga´s Alcazaba is one of the mightiest and most extensive, and dates from the eighth century. It overlooks the recently restored Roman Amphitheatre just below, illustrating the city´s rich history. You can continue following the city´s fortunes over the centuries inside the Alcazabar, in the Archeological Museum, which houses Phoenician, Roman and Moorish artefacts.
The mural 'Atlantas', which pays tribute to the female artists behind some of the town's other famous paintings as well as women in general, is located on the El Pinar building just off Avenida Andalucia, across from the Mercadona supermarket on this street.
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There are a number of privately operated health clinics in Fuengirola for patients to go without referal as an alternative to the state health service.
There are a number of privately operated health clinics in Benalmadena for patients to go without referal as an alternative to the state health service.
There are a number of privately operated heath clinics in Estepona for patients to go without referal as an alternative to the state health service. The state run facility is called the 'Ambulatorio' and located on Avenida Juan Carlos, it has a 24hr emergency wing as well as the daytime medical appointment facilities. The state hospital for Estepona is Hospital Costa del Sol in Marbella.
If you're looking for no-frills, central accommodation there a number of hostals in Calle del Peligro which is just a short stroll from the Bajondillo beach. Some even have a sea view. In one of the liveliest areas around 24 hour square and Calle las Mercedes there are also many hostels but some will necessitate earplugs on a summer Saturday night.
Fuengirola is one of the Costa del Sol's most popular resorts, being just 25km from Malaga, located between Marbella and Benalmadena. This seaside town has an excellent selection of hotels for all your holiday needs, from five-star deluxe resorts, to more low-key family-run establishments and self-catering apartments.
You can choose from deli-style fast food to burger-style fast food. There are also sit down restaurants and Starbuck’s coffee shops. Remember, the VIP Lounge also offers snacks for guests.
Shops at Málaga airport are open for business on both sides of the security control check point. If you need a piece of luggage or you didn’t have time to buy souvenirs, you should be able to find what you need in Terminal 3 (T-3) across from the check-in desks numbering around the 40´s and 50´s – near Starbuck’s coffee.
Mijas is one of the many towns on Spain's famous Costa del Sol - but unlike other places along this area of coast, it is actually made up of two areas: Mijas Costa, with 12km of beaches from wide sweeps of golden sand to rocky coves, whose centre is at La Cala de Mijas.
Whilst waiting for you flight at Malaga Airport, there is plenty to do such as shopping or eating a good meal. The Airport also offers other passenger services to help with any stressful situation.
Charco Azul is a natural pool and waterfall in the Arroyo del Quejigo which is one of the small stream tributaries to the Rio Genal. It is an isolated location and on most visits you will be alone you enjoy a swim (with or without swimming costume) in the crystal clear pool. There are two small (three metre) waterfalls cascading down eather side of a rock butress.
The Sierra Bermeja mountain (1.449m) dominates the landscape behind Estepona. There are few places in the world where a mountain reaches this height so close to the sea (10km) You can drive to near the top in under an hour. Take the road (Carretera Genalguacil) (MA-8301)
Genalguacil is the only village that takes its name from the River Genal, whose waters played such an important role in this valley's agricultural development under Moorish rule. The river's name originates from Guadigenal or "Waddi Genna", meaning the river of paradise.
Málaga airport meets EU accessibility standards and is well equipped to ensure that travelers with special needs can move about the facility. If you have special needs, you will find adequately adapted restrooms, designated waiting areas, ramps, elevators and security checks that accommodate your needs.
Málaga airport meets EU accessibility standards and is well equipped to ensure that travelers with special needs can move about the facility. If you have special needs, you will find adequately adapted restrooms, designated waiting areas, ramps, elevators and security checks that accommodate your needs. However, if you need assistance getting through the airport or boarding or disembarking from your flight, it’s important to arrange this in advance.
Other than the outstanding beauty of the area, the mountainside is littered with sites from man's past. Probably the largest in the district was the village of Benestepar, which nearly survived the Morisco uprising, only to fade due to the economic pull of Casares and Genalguacil in the early 17th century.
Believe it or not there are tanning shops in Spain. The general idea here however, is to buy a 'bono', which allows you to pre-pay for a certain number of sessions as opposed to paying for a single session each time you go. As in most sun bed centres, these are all hygiene conscious and seem very clean.
