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Blanca Marbella 29660 Malaga - Spain |
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Luxury one and two bedroom apartments for vacation/holiday rental in Puerto Banus, Marbella, Spain. |
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FAQ's
What will the winter weather be like on the Costa del Sol?
Much warmer than Northern Europe. The Costa del Sol enjoys more than 300 days of sunshine per annum, and winter temperatures rarely go below 16ºc in the day.
Will I have problems finding things to do?
No. Tennis clubs, health spas and every sporting facility imaginable are all there for your enjoyment, whether it is water skiing, windsurfing or trekking through the mountains on horseback. Incredibly, the Sierra Nevada ski resort is just two hours drive from Marbella, perched 12,000 feet (4,000 metres) in the mountains above the historic and romantic Granada.
Will I be able to obtain most European products?
You will find most European products are available along the coast, although some will be far easier to find than others. Newspapers are now printed the same day in Spain, and are therefore very easy to obtain. Larger shops and supermarkets stock many European products to accommadate the increase in tourists, although slight price increases should be expected.
What about medical care?
The Spanish National Health Service is available free to Senior Citizens from Britain (Ladies over 60 and men over 65). The service is excellent. However, as in the UK, non-emergencies may be placed on a waiting list. Purchasers of businesses in Spain are obliged to join the Spanish N.H.S. Payments for this service are included in their monthly Spanish National Insurance contribution. If you are under retirement age and do not intend to work in Spain, then it is a condition of Residence in Spain that you take out private medical health cover. Some of the larger private medical health providers in the UK offer schemes suitable for British residents in Spain. Alternatively, there are numerous Insurance Brokers in Spain offering a range of healthcare insurance policies.
What about chemists
'Farmacias' as they are called in Spain - abound and can be identified by a prominent (and usually flashing) green cross sign. Most of the medications available in the UK can be purchased in Spain - with many available without prescription. Prices are low and most items cost considerably less than the prescription charges levied in the UK (is there a lesson to be learned here?). Chemists in Spain are trained to diagnose and treat many common illnesses and ailments - thus leaving doctors free to treat more urgent cases (another lesson!). Most staff speak English to some degree and there is always one Chemist open 24 hours in every large town.
Do British Banks have branches in Spain?
Some of the UK high street banks do have branches in the main towns and cities, especially Barclays and HSBC. Smaller towns have only Spanish domestic banks. Most UK banks have tie ups with these and should be able to point you in the right direction.
How does Spains transport compare to the UK?
Very well indeed. The Spanish government have invested vast sums of money in both the road network and public transport infrastructure. Buses and trains generally run on time and are an economic and convenient method of getting about.
Do we need medical vaccinations to travel to Spain?
No.
Are the public holidays the same as the UK?
Some holidays occur at similar times - Easter and Christmas, along with other public national, local and regional holidays.
What are the shop opening hours?
Shops are generally open between 10am and 2pm and again between 5pm and 8pm - Monday to Friday. Supermarkets tend to keep longer hours. On Saturdays most of the smaller shops are closed in the afternoon. Larger shops and department stores are open from 9am though till 9pm or 10pm Monday to Saturday. Sunday will probably see most shops closed, although some supermarkets may choose to offer a limited opening. By Aldea Blanca however there is an adjcent Opencor supermarket open from 08.00 to 02.00 365 days a year.
What are the local bus routes?
Line 4 follows a circular route between Marbella, Puerto Banus La Campana and San Pedro. There is a bus station at San Pedro.
Line 25 operates between Marbella, Puerto Banus La Campana, San Pedro and Estepona. From Marbella buses run everywhere including Sevilla, Granada, Cordoba as well as all the nearby places such as Ronda and Ojen.
The airport is serviced by a direct bus from Marbella taking only 45 minutes and running almost every hour at a price of less than €5.
For latest information and prices call Automoviles Portillo on (+34) 952 76 44 00 / 01/ 03.
Are trains easy to use?
Yes but the nearest station is Fuengirola, from there you can travel to Malaga and from Malaga to anywhere. Prices are cheap and quality is good, always travel first class, the price difference is minimal and meals are included.
For more information visit www.renfe.es
Can I hire a taxi easily?
Yes there are always taxis outside the airport and the trip to Aldea Blanca will cost about €80.
Taxis are not so expensive here but sometimes hard to arrange as the controllers don't always speak English.
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Is there a Casino?
Yes, Andalucia Plaza, 10 minutes walk away: +34 952814000
Official times are 8:00 to 3:00.
Interesting one or two bedroom apartment for sale any interest please do not hesitate to contact me.
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