Calahonda: Coastal Haven between Marbella and Fuengirola 🏖️🌅
Location and Development: 🌍🏡
Situated between Marbella and Fuengirola.
Developed for tourism with extensive apartment blocks.
Perfect for British visitors seeking a home away from home.
Exploring the Area: 🗺️🌴
Self-sufficient resort for exploring Costa del Sol.
Popular tourist destination, especially in summer.
Puerto Cabopino, a secluded port, is a few kilometers away.
Landmarks and Monuments: 🏰🌄
Limited historical monuments; one small Christian monument.
Panoramic views of the coast, Africa, and Gibraltar.
El Zoco commercial centre is a notable attraction.
Beaches and Recreation: 🏖️🏊
Long sandy beach with Chiringuitos (beach restaurants).
Natural sand dunes at Cabopino and a nudist beach.
Close to Fuengirola and Marbella for additional facilities.
Local Facilities: 🛍️🏋️
Abundance of restaurants and shops.
El Zoco commercial centre offers diverse options.
Club del Sol features a gym, tennis, and more.
Culinary Delights: 🍲🌮
International gastronomy with diverse influences.
British fish and chips, Hungarian goulash, Japanese sushi.
El Zoco commercial centre is a hub for dining.
Local Festival and Nightlife: 🎉🍹
Calahonda’s fiesta showcases the Spanish tradition of Churros.
Nightlife includes venues like Trafalgar Bar and David’s Bar.
Nikki’s Beach in Elviria offers an upscale nightlife option.
Climate: ☀️❄️
Sub-tropical Mediterranean climate with hot summers.
Cooling sea breezes make summer heat manageable.
Average summer temperature: 32 ºC.