On the Costa del Sol between Marbella and Torremolinos, Fuengirola is quiet compared to other resorts along this stretch coast. Most holidaymakers come for the five miles of golden beaches, flanked by one of this area’s longest promenades. The water is calm, the sand clean, and there are plenty of watersports.

Handy for Málaga airport, Fuengirola is also easy to get around on foot. Stroll along the port and marina, take in the Roman ruins and Moorish castle, or enjoy some fresh fish at a beach bar.

Fabulous Fuengirola offers golf, tennis, pedal boats, jet ski-ing, parascending on the beach and more! If yachting or diving are your thing, head to the marina at Los Boliches.

Fuengirola Zoo is another big draw. Where possible there are no cages, but instead the tropical forests of Africa, Asia and Madagascar are recreated.