Picture white-washed towns with vibrant flowers and exquisite examples of Moorish architecture alongside golden beaches and blue seas. What comes to mind? Andalusia.
Malaga, capital of the Costa del Sol, is a 2.5-hour direct flight from Jersey. Temperatures are a balmy average of 20 °C in May and October, making these two months excellent for touring the area or lounging on the beach.
The Costa del Sol runs for more than 150 kilometres along the southern Iberian Peninsula. It’s no exaggeration to call this the “Coast of the Sun,” with an average of over 325 bright days each year.
For those who want to see as much of Andalusia as possible, the “sunshine coast” is an excellent place to base themselves, and this is where you’ll find the hotels featured by FlyDirect. See holiday resorts here.
Culture, history, fiestas, parks, and delectable food abound in the region. Visit a wide variety of historical, cultural, and natural landmarks. You may also participate in a number of entertaining and popular events, such as concerts and food tastings, throughout your stay.
Learn more about Andalusia’s rich culture by visiting nearby UNESCO World Heritage Sites; Granada’s Alhambra palace, Cordoba’s old centre with its massive mosque, and Seville’s cathedral are all within easy reach of the Costa del Sol by road or public transport.
Finally, the region of Andalusia is renowned in Spain as the “Land of Tapas” (tapas often comes free with a drink). You’ll want to lick your fingers after eating “Andalusian gazpacho,” “salmorejo,” “rabo de toro,” or “pescadito frito,” all of which are best served with a cool beer or sangria.
Andalusia has something for everyone, whether you want a relaxing beach holiday or an exciting city break.
FlyDirect operates direct flights from Jersey and the Isle of Man to Malaga weekly in Spring & Autumn. Stays of 7 or 14 nights are available and flights can be booked alone or as part of a full package holiday here.