Marbella Holidays in 2013

A short car or bus journey from Marbella is the family-friendly water park in Fuengirola. The park offers the usual lazy rivers and slides but also has Jacuzzi’s so you can sit back and relax, soaking up the sun.

If one of your kids prefers soft sands for building castles, another prefers beaches with lots of water sports, and the other likes somewhere quiet to curl up with a book, then a holiday in Marbella will suit everyone’s tastes. With 24 beaches spread across 27km of coastline you can experience a different beach every day of your stay.

Unleash your wild side and visit Fuengirola Zoo. The animal’s roam around in large spaces that resemble their natural habitats, creating an exotic atmosphere kids will love. During the summer months, the zoo stays open until 1am, allowing guests to observe the nocturnal animals, an experience that will have your children enthralled.

Whale watching is a great way to spend a sunny afternoon in Marbella. With four whale species residing in the area including fin and sperm whales, this is one adventure you can’t afford to miss. Though whale watching trips sight 90% of the time, check the no-sightings policy with your operator before booking, they’ll most likely take you out again to spot again before you travel home.

To escape the popular beaches in Marbella, hire a car and head east. There are plenty of secluded bays and tiny coves, perfect for sunbathing in private. Playa del Canuelo beach, with its rocky backdrop, is a beautiful bay. Take into consideration the steep steps, but it’ll be worth the hike.

The Marina’s in southern Spain are a haven for celeb spotting or ogling over super yachts. However, with a vast cash injection into rejuvenating the area, Marbella’s La Bajadilla marina is only fifteen minutes from the popular Puerto Banus marina but is the up and coming harbour you should keep your eye on.

If you’re after a round of golf whilst in Marbella, visit the La Quinta, which has a 27-hole course. The course was designed by designed by Tri world champion and Ryder Cup champion Manuel Piñero and is surrounded by the spectacular natural landscape, with vast views of the Mediterranean Sea. It will be a picturesque game set in one of the most tranquil of locations.

If you’re feeling devious and want something a little more adrenaline induced, then try out canoeing. Grab your whole party and book a session that will take you down the rapids in the Guadalmina River. Caving is also extremely popular in Marbella. Explore underground passages formed by eroding limestone. This one isn’t for the faint hearted however.

Located in the Guadalhorce Valley at the foot of Sierra de las Nieves mountain ranges, Quad Mountain Adventures offer a plethora of packages that will engage you in the wonderfully wild world of quad biking. Available to beginners and experienced riders, they’ll be at your side the whole way, ensuring you have the craziest of rides.