Marbella is the premier resort town on the Costa del Sol, and perhaps in all of Spain. The exclusive prime real estate of the Golden Mile, the fashionable Puerto Banus marina and the sprawling developments of condos and golf courses in the Nueva Andalucia area are the basis for its bling-bling brand. The special Marbella way of life includes trendy beach clubs with champagne-spraying partiers, liquid nitrogen cocktails at upscale bars, Michelin-starred cuisine and a 24-hour golf club.
Yet in the midst of all the glitz is the Old Town—the original Marbella—a quaint, laid-back and whitewashed Andalusian village where you can enjoy simple pleasures such as the scent of orange blossoms or the taste of fresh-grilled sardines at a beachside bar.
Chances are, the Mediterranean climate and scenery will agree with you no matter which Marbella you choose.
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