TORROX   47km east of Malaga with a population of 12000. A typical whitewash Andalucian village. A village full of history with Roman ruins, and thermal baths dating back to the 16th century. Major fair held in October, Migas Festival held in December celebrations enjoyed eating migas and drinking local land wine and local liquors. Only 4km from the beaches at Torrox Costa a bustling seaside resort with long promenade boasting fine restaurants. A group of fine sandy beaches several of which have been awarded the blue flag. A very agreeable climate summers averaging 30 degrees and warm throughout the winter months.

COMPETA   Competa nestles in the hills some 30 mins drive inland from the coast at Torrox Costa and about an hour's drive from Malaga airport. Approached through the foothills of the Sierra Almijaras famous for the sweet, strong local wine. 2,000 feet above sea level enjoying wonderful views over the countryside to the Mediterranean in the distance. Very popular with foreign residents enjoying a cosmopolitan mix of many nationalities living in its whitewashed streets with numerous bars and restaurants. The Sierra Almijara National Park close by - a protected area for an abundance of wildlife, trees and sub-tropical plants.

FRIGILIANA   Just 7 km north of Nerja lies the typical pueblo blanco of Frigiliana, sitting high on a mountain ridge looking down to the sea. Voted the prettiest village in Andalucia, the village is also important historically. El Fuerte, having been the scene of the final defeat of the Moors of La Axarquía in their 1569 rebellion. A tangle of narrow, cobbled streets lined with whitewashed houses and small plazas to rest in and enjoy the sunshine. The village produces its own wine and the works of the many artists living in the area can be purchased in the excellent shops selling pottery, ceramics and the like.

NERJA   Nerja has over sixteen kilometres of beaches. The mountain range of the Sierra Almijara provides the dramatic backdrop to Nerja and this combination of mountain area, attractive town and beaches offers a huge diversity of activity. The heart of Nerja is its Balcon de Europa. The old quarter of the town remains virtually unchanged with its narrow, winding streets and whitewashed houses. Nerja offers a huge choice of restaurants and bars and many interesting shops. Nearby, just outside the neighbouring village of Maro, lie the famous Nerja Caves one of which has been transformed into a concert hall for summer performances.

TORRE DEL MAR   This is one of the most important and bustling seaside towns in the region with a huge choice of shops, supermarkets, restaurants, discos, leisure facilities and accommodation. Torre del Mar lies between Rincon de la Victoria and La Caleta and beyond the busy town centre stretches an elegant promenade, reputedly one of the longest on the Costa del Sol. Mixed nationalities live in this lively resort and it is particularly popular with holidaymakers during the summer months. The marina and fishing port of Caleta de Velez strike a contrast nearby.

VELEZ MALAGA   The regional capital, situated some two miles inland from Torre del Mar and thirty minutes' drive from Malaga airport. Since ancient times, Velez Malaga has been the most important town in the area east of Malaga known as La Axarquia and it lies in the valley of the River Velez. This bustling town has a good shopping centre with many superstores specialising in consumer products such as electrical goods, furniture, etc. and it is only a few minutes' drive from a new commercial centre just off the main N340 motorway, which has a huge range of clothes and gift shops, hypermarket and cinema complex.

VIÑUELA   The village of Vinuela has a population of some 2,000 and is about 400 feet above sea level. Driving distance from the coast is fifteen minutes and the airport at Malaga can be reached in about forty five minutes. The creation of the lake at Vinuela in its beautiful surroundings has created a great deal of interest with new purchasers. Lake Vinuela is one of the largest freshwater lakes in Spain and has become a popular tourist attraction. The miles of lakeside paths are also popular with walkers. Housing displays empathy with the tranquil surroundings, whilst the attractions of the coast and the facilities of larger towns such as Velez Malaga, are a very short distance away.

RINCON DE LA VICTORIA   A bustling commercial town only 25mins from Malaga Airport. Long white beaches and long promenade with a range of shops and restaurants. A mixed community of residents and busy in the summer with many English holidaymakers. Popular destination for those golfers who are staying at the Añoreta Golf Course not far away. Nearby new shopping centre and network of interchanges for the motorway providing swift links to all coastal regions and inland to Cordoba.