Arrival & Mobility

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• Málaga–Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) – 45 min: direct Avanza bus from T3, approx. hourly service.

• Connections: fixed-rate taxis, Uber Taxi, and SIXT ride operating 24 h.

• Avanza urban network: line 1 (La Cañada ↔ Puerto Banús) links old town, shopping mall, and marina in 25 min.

• Electric car-sharing (Zity, Wible) with free parking in blue/green zones; ideal for zero-emissions travel.

• Senda Litoral: coastal path adapted for bikes and e-scooters; new Estepona–Marbella sections in service 2025.

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Must-Visit Beaches & Coves

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• Playa de la Fontanilla – fine sand along the promenade; seafood chiringuitos and sunbeds with massage service.

• Nagüeles – chic vibe at the foot of the Marbella Club; ideal for volleyball and paddleboarding at sunrise.

• Cabopino – protected Artola dunes and turquoise waters, perfect for photos.

• La Cabane / Los Monteros – relaunched by Dani García and Dolce & Gabbana: Balinese beds and daily sunset DJs.

• Local tip: book sunbeds online at Nikki Beach or Ocean Club before 11 am to avoid queues.

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Gastronomy

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Fine dining (book in advance)

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• Skina (2★) – Andalusian avant-garde in a historic old town alley.

• Messina (1★) – minimalist technique with just-cooked seafood.

• Nintai (1★) – 12-seat omakase, a sushi temple.

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New Openings 2025

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• Fishølogy – “sea charcuterie” serving cured tuna and sea bass cold cuts.

• Manuka Alameda & Kain Marbella – healthy cuisine and wood-fired grill in the old town.

• Motel Particulier (Grupo Mosh × Dani García) – clandestine dinner-show reviving the jet-set era.

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Andalusian Classics

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• Casa Eladio – sardine skewers and fried Malaga-style seafood on the waterfront.

• El Cipriano – lobster rice stew in San Pedro.

• Taberna La Niña del Pisto – Cordoban-style salmorejo and oxtail stew.

• Los Marinos José (Fuengirola) – reference for fresh seafood.

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Nightlife & Beach Clubs

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• Nikki Beach, Ocean Club, and Purobeach – daytime pool parties and sunset champagne.

• La Cabane – 60th anniversary, Dani García menu and Dolce & Gabbana cocktails.

• Olivia Valere – glam icon with themed shows and top international DJs.

• Mosh Fun Kitchen – dinner-show and cocktails until late.

• Starlite Occident 2025 – boutique festival in the Nagüeles quarry (Will Smith, Scorpions, Marc Anthony) with gourmet area and after-parties.

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Culture & Heritage

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• Old Town – Plaza de los Naranjos, Church of the Incarnation, and flower-filled alleys.

• Roman Villa of Río Verde – 1st-century mosaics on the beachfront.

• Ralli Museum – Latin American art and European surrealism.

• Basilica site of Vega del Mar (San Pedro) – open-air Paleochristian necropolis.

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Shopping & Markets

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• Puerto Banús – over 100 boutiques: Chanel, Dior, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, plus high-end jewelers.

• Forum Marbella – new lifestyle center with Nordic brands, pilates studio, and specialty coffee.

• Central Market (Av. Ricardo Soriano) – daily catch and organic produce for villa cooking.

• El Corte Inglés Banús – multi-brand luxury under one roof.

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Nature, Sport & Wellness

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• Pico La Concha – PR-A-168 trail from Refugio de Juanar (6 h round trip, medium–high level, 580 m ascent).

• Senda Litoral – beachfront cycling/walking path with newly opened Estepona–Dos Hermanas section.

• Six Senses Spa (Puente Romano) – olive oil treatments and hammam circuit.

• Marbella Club Wellness – “Year of Wholeness 2025” with ice-baths, yoga decks, and holistic nutrition programs.

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Highlight Excursions (≤ 1 h)

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• Ronda (65 km) – Puente Nuevo bridge and mountain wineries.

• Mijas Pueblo – whitewashed alleys and Mediterranean views.

• Estepona – mural-filled old town and gourmet port; accessible by Avanza bus L-79.

• Sotogrande – polo, golf, and luxury marinas for a nautical day trip.

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Suggested Itineraries

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3-day express

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• Day 1 – Morning stroll through old town → lunch at Casa Eladio → afternoon at La Cabane → rooftop cocktails at Puente Romano → afterparty at Olivia Valere.

• Day 2 – Sunrise La Concha hike → healthy brunch at Manuka → siesta & sunset at Ocean Club → dinner-show at Mosh Fun Kitchen.

• Day 3 – Shopping in Puerto Banús → lunch at Skina → afternoon at Starlite Occident (concert & after-party).

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7 days as a resident

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• Mon – Sunrise yoga at Six Senses + Fontanilla beach day + dinner at Messina.

• Tue – Senda Litoral e-bike ride + tapas at La Niña del Pisto + Nikki Beach White Party night.

• Wed – Ronda excursion + wine tasting at Descalzos Viejos + sunset at Purobeach.

• Thu – Golf at Los Naranjos + lunch at Fishølogy + shopping at Forum Marbella.

• Fri – Private sailing from Banús + paella on board + Ocean Club Champagne Spray after-sunset.

• Sat – Organic market & Dani García showcooking + Marbella Club spa afternoon + Starlite VIP box.

• Sun – Brunch at Hotel Nobu → art stroll at Ralli Museum → sunset at Cabopino.

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Tips

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• Bookings: essential for Michelin, beach clubs, and Starlite; many require prepayment or deposit.

• Tips: round up or add ~5%; not expected at the bar.

• Dress code: smart-casual for clubs; Nikki Beach & Ocean Club allow swimwear with cover-up.

• Climate: hot, dry June–Sept; hat, SPF50, and water (tap is safe).

• Safety: watch bags in Puerto Banús and nightlife areas; reinforced police presence in 2025.

• Sustainable mobility: e-scooters and bike-sharing allowed on cycle lanes; no riding on promenade in the afternoon.