February 2023
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COSTA DEL SOL | 23 2023... the Year of Culture in Spain!
SPAIN is known for much more than its white sand beaches and clear, warm waters, it's renowned for its rich artistic heritage. In 2023 Spain will celebrate three of its most famous sons - the renowned impressionist painter Joaquín Sorolla, the world-famous artist Pablo Picasso and Modernista architect, Domenech i Montaner. 2023 SOROLLA IN VALENCIA 2023 marks the 100th anniversary of the death of Joaquín Sorolla, Valencia’s
most renowned impressionist
painter who captured the light of the Mediterranean in his works. The Museum of Fine Arts of Valencia has permanent
exhibitions of his work such as "Grupa valenciana" and "Figuras de casacas jugando en un jardín". In addition to these, an immersive display entitled "Sorolla a través de la luz" that will showcase some of his rarely exhibited pieces. There will also be guided tours of Valencia City to visit the sites associated with the painter, including his birthplace, next to the church of Santa Catalina where he was baptized; the Centro del Carmen, the School of Fine Arts where he studied; the Bancaja Cultural Centre, where there will be temporary exhibitions dedicated to the artist; and Malvarrosa beach, which inspired some of his most famous scenes. The Vertical restaurant will also be offering a menu inspired by Soralla’s work.
2023 YEAR OF PICASSO
2023 marks the 50th anniversary of Pablo Picasso’s death, recognised with more than 40 international events organised across both Spain and France, where the artist spent much of his life. Picasso is of particular importance to Málaga – his homeland. Picasso who was born in the city in the 19th century, died at 91 years old in 1973. Large museums across
Spain – including that of Málaga – will have special exhibitions to commemorate the occasion. 2023 also marks the 20th anniversary of the Picasso Museum in Málaga, giving even more emphasis to Picasso’s birth city.
2023 DOMENECH I MONTANER IN BARCELONA
In 2023, Barcelona will be celebrating the
100th anniversary of the death of renowned Catalan Modernista architect, Domenech i Montaner. Domenech created works across Barcelona including the Palau de la Musica, Casa Lleó i Morera, Hospital Sant Pau, as well as various lesser-known buildings. The department of culture of the Generalitat de Catalunya formed the committee ‘Taula Lluís Domènech i Montaner’, which will be holding events and exhibitions to showcase the work he
left behind and the influence he had on Modernista heritage.
Barcelona Turisme has produced a leaflet to show the self-guided Domenech Modernista walking routes that are available in the city with guided tours available.
The Costa del Sol: A Cosmopolitan Destination
restaurants of Bardal in Ronda and Skina in Marbella preserve their second star, awarded in 2019.
Craving sunshine? Te Costa del Sol’s got just what you need…
Te iconic land of sun, sea and sand, the Costa del Sol’s a mecca for beach lovers. And it’s easy to see why – Spain’s sunshine coast clocks up 325 days of sun a year! If you’re aſter a holiday that involves little more than relaxing in the sizzling Spanish heat, turn your attention to the Costa del Sol’s best beaches.
Playa de Fuengirola Palm trees sway in the breeze and the sandy shore shelves gently into the sea – welcome to Playa de Fuengirola. Tis clean patch wins hearts with its good looks and long, wide nature. If you’re here for the day, there are sunbeds for hire. You can also take a flip-flopped amble along the prome- nade, which winds for more than 7km along the seafront. Tere are plenty of buzzing bars and cafés if you fancy a pitstop.
Playa de la Cala Mijas Unroll your towel at sandy Playa de la Cala Mijas. Tis Blue Flag beach is long and wide, so it’s easy to find somewhere to set up camp for the day, even in the busier summer months. Once you’ve had your fill of sunshine, meander along the boardwalk and enjoy cocktails in one of the beachfront bars.
Playa La Carihuela Want to get away from the crowds? Make a beeline for this beach, just west of Torremolinos. Stone breakwaters create a calm setting for splashing and paddling, while banana boat rides are also on the cards. A long promenade backs the beach too, with bars and restaurants to devour fresh seafood when hunger strikes.
Playa El Bajondillo If you’re aſter bustling beach vibes, this urban plot in the heart of Torremolinos will do just the trick. Palm trees and dark sands create an exotic setting, while all the amenities you’d need for a day out are available – showers, toilets and sunbed rental included. Holidaying with the kids in tow? Tere’s a children’s playground to conquer and a beach volleyball pitch to try out. Grown-ups will be happy to hear that there are pubs peppered along the promenade, known locally as chiringuitos, for sundowners.
Playa Calahonda Tis teeny cove is a charmer, tucked along the coast in Ner- ja. Follow the wooden boardwalk to you find your spot for the day on the golden sands. Playa Calahonda’s a proud Blue Flag patch, so you can expect a pristine shore and lovely waters to swim in. Rent sunloungers and parasols and settle in for a day of sunshine.
Playa La Herradura Venture to Playa La Herradura to experience this dazzling horseshoe bay’s shingle shore and azure waters. Locals mainly relax here, so you can expect it to be a little quieter than some of the other top beaches along the Costa del Sol. Hire a pedalo for an aquatic adventure, feast on freshly-net- ted seafood at one of the waterfront restaurants and take the little ones to the playground. For more info visit,
https://blog.jet2.com/6-of-the-costa- del-sols-best-beaches.
Wine Tourism The winemaking tradition of the Costa del Sol goes back centuries!
Málaga is characterised by the great
diversity of its
climate, mountains and landscape. And by having a large number of unique products associated with
IN RECENT years, the Costa del Sol has transformed into an open and cosmopolitan region. Without losing its essence and everything that makes it unique, it has managed to open its doors to museums, cuisine and culture from the rest of the world. The best companies, hotels and restaurants are found here. Who wants to join us on this journey?
Shopping Talking about upscale shopping on
the Costa del Sol is talking about Marbella and Puerto Banús. This area, which has grown considerably in recent decades, specialises in elite tourism and offers the most luxurious and exclusive experiences. Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Dior all have
stores.
You see, Puerto Banús is synonymous with luxury, sport, glamour, culture, commerce and, most of all, people, technology, services and non-stop activity, all of which is capable of creating a unique mix that works to perfection. A place open to the world waiting for you to discover it. Gastronomy with a star
The latest edition of the Michelin Guide handed out eight stars in the province, of the 23 in the region.
The unmatched quality of the products that the
Costa del Sol offers has lured many chefs from outside the province, who have chosen it as the place to bring their ideas to life. This has kept them at the top of the local food scene, with one star for the José Carlos García Restaurant (the only one
in the city of Málaga), Sollo (Fuengirola), and El Lago and Messina in Marbella, while the
three quality marks, the “Málaga” Designation of Origin (PDO), the “Sierras de Málaga” Designation of Origin (PDO), and the “Pasas de Málaga” [Málaga raisins] Designation de Origen (PDO), which makes the wine production even
more diverse. Its 40+
wineries produce top quality red, white and rosé wines. The wine sector offers a great opportunity
for its lands to convey the specific values of the settings where the vineyards and wineries are located, and of the province as a whole, as a representative image of them all.
The production zone of the “Málaga” and “Sierras de Málaga” Designations of Origin (DO) are divided into seemingly unrelated areas, namely Axarquía, Montes, Norte de Málaga, Serranía de Ronda and Manilva. Although these territories have different landscapes, climates and soils, there are geographical aspects that connect
them.Axarquía, Montes, Norte de Málaga, Serranía de Ronda and Manilva, which makes the wine production even more diverse. Málaga Citybreaks
The city of Málaga is the perfect destination
for a cultural weekendgetaway, as evidenced by the 37 museums on offer. As soon as you arrive, you can take a tour of the city and its h istoric centre. Near Muelle Uno is the beautiful Atarazanas Market,
an incredible 19th-century building
where you can see for yourself how much this land loves fresh products. Then you can do some shopping
while walking down the elegant Calle Larios, which will take you to the charming Plaza de la Constitución.
There’s no better way to round out the day than by taking in the breathtaking panoramas from the Gibralfaro Viewpoint.
For more information visit the https://www.
visitcostadelsol.com/
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