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Costa Tropical - Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Trip!

Plan Your Trip!

If you're thinking about visiting the area, check out all the articles below first! You will find everything you need to know to plan your perfect holiday in the Costa Tropical.

Once you've booked all the basics, head over to our "Top Things to See & Do" section to learn more...

Get ready to have the time of your life!

Costa Tropical - Plan Your Trip - Hotels
Read Our Guide on the BEST Hotels by Village. - From high-end, four-star hotels and resorts... to the more inexpensive hostels and campgrounds, the Costa Tropical has it all! Find out which ones we recommend and why.

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Costa Tropical - Plan Your Trip - Rent Apartments
Top 10 Apartment Rentals by Town - One thing the Costa Tropical has a lot of is apartment rentals. They offer you the benefit of being close to everything while still being affordable and providing more space and privacy. Check out our Top Picks for each of the Costa Tropical villages here...
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Costa Tropical - Plan Your Trip - Rent a Villa
Rent a Beautiful Villa - If you're coming to the Costa Tropical and want to treat yourself, rent one of the many seaside villas with amazing Mediterranean views. You will love the ease at which you can find and rent one of these spectacular homes and the full range of prices on offer. Most come with private pools and gardens as an added bonus. Read More ➜


Costa Tropical - Plan Your Trip - Restaurants
BEST Restaurants by Village - If you are planning a trip to the Costa Tropical, or live here already, we hope you find these guides useful and discover new places you will enjoy for years to come. See our TOP PICKS for Almuñécar, La Herradura, Salobreña, Motril, Nerja, and Frigiliana. Read More ➜


Costa Tropical - Plan Your Trip - Car Rentals
Which Car Rental Agencies are the BEST in Spain? - Need a car rental? There are many places locally and at nearby airports that offer great deals. Find out which are our two (2) favorites here!
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Costa Tropical - Plan Your Trip - Getting Around
How to Get Around in the Costa Tropical, Buses, Trains, and More? - With each passing year the Costa Tropical becomes more and more popular, and as a result, there is an endless number of ways to get around. Here you will find links to some of the services we recommend most.
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Costa Tropical - Plan Your Trip - Tourist Offices
Find a List of All the Tourist Offices in the Area. - For additional information and advice about your trip, don't hesitate to contact one of the local tourist offices. They are always available to help and there is one in each of the Costa Tropical villages.
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Costa Tropical - Plan Your Trip - Maps
Local Maps - Not sure where to find us? Check out the maps page to find us, and download the village maps to find your way around once you arrive.
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Who are we? An American expat with over 20 years of experience living and traveling in Spain, specifically in Malaga and Granada. Darsey is a seasoned explorer of Andalucia. Drawing from decades of immersive experience, she offers deep insights into this enchanting region of Spain, including off-the-beaten path destinations, the best places to stay, and the top bucket list activities to try! More...

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