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With near-guaranteed clear skies and hot weather almost all year round, luxury villas in Malaga province are the ideal holiday for sun-seekers. There is more than 160 kilometres of coast in Malaga province, which includes the region's famous beach destinations such as Torremolinos and Marbella, as well as places slightly off the beaten track such as Nerja, which hosts summer shows and is home to unique Palaeolithic paintings. Luxury villas in Malaga province can be found close to the stunning sandy shores of Andalusia at Holidu.

Luxury villas in Malaga province have everything that visitors need to enjoy the perfect relaxing break in Andalusia. Often boasting extremely close proximity to the beach, luxury holiday villas in Malaga province typically have amazing views of the sea, as well as outdoor pools which are ideal for when guests need to cool off in the hot temperatures. For those who can take the heat, some luxury villas in Malaga province even have a sauna and a hot tub, while a fully-equipped kitchen is a given too. But with Andalusia having a choice of great restaurants and the freshest seafood, it might well not ever get used!

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The Andalusian coastline might be famous for its beaches, which attract millions of tourists from around the world each year, but many do not realize this region is home to half a dozen Michelin-starred restaurants. Visitors staying in luxury holiday villas should definitely try to check out the amazing tasting menus created by chef Jose Carlos Garcia at his eponymous restaurant. Paella is naturally a speciality of Andalusia, and countless eateries offer mouthwatering variations of the dish. Malaga is also home to pescaito frito - deep-fried fish - while jamon (Spanish for ham) is taken extremely seriously here too. In fact, in August there is a special jamon festival held in Estepona, which is close to Marbella.

There are more than 100 different beaches to pick from around the Costa del Sol, with some of them very busy with tourists and others offering a more peaceful place to soak up the sun. Regular winners of the Blue Flag award, which is given to the safest and cleanest beaches, include the likes of Playa Malapesquera in Benalmadena (or Playa Torre Bermeja as it is sometimes called by the locals), which has shaded areas so visitors can rest from the baking heat. Guests staying in luxury holiday villas in Malaga province should definitely take time to visit Burriana Beach in Nerja - which can be found at the bottom of Calle Filipinas - as it is one of the best in all of Spain, let alone Andalusia. With the Costa del Sol enjoying 325 sunny days every year, clear skies are almost guaranteed no matter the time of year.

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The Greeks, Romans and the Arab Maurer all called Malaga home at some stage in its history, so the city is a real melting pot. The Old Town is well worth checking out but this area is actually car-free so needs to be explored on foot.

Malaga is the birthplace of Pablo Picasso and the prolific artist has his own museum in the city. Picasso created over 16,000 paintings and drawings during his life and the museum is where guests will see some of the best of them. Malaga actually has about 40 museums within the city, so even though rainy days are rare, there is plenty to do on the odd day when the weather is bad.

Andalusia has some of the world's finest golf courses, so fans of the sport who stay in luxury villas in Malaga province should definitely take time to play a round or two. Spanish star Jose Maria Canizares, who played in the Ryder Cup four times, has designed the course at the Anoreta Golf Resort, providing an unforgettable experience.

Marbella is famous for its rich visitors, and the boutiques of Puerto Banus offer an outstanding range of shopping options. Head down to the marina to check out the incredible yachts and keep your eyes peeled for Porsches, Ferraris and other supercars on the roads.

Malaga province has hundreds of brands of its own wine, even though sherry remains the most popular alcoholic drink among many of the locals. The region has dozens of wineries so it would be rude to head to Andalusia without visiting at least one for a glass or two. For a local speciality, try a sweet fortified white wine.

The world's largest monument to explorer Christopher Columbus can be found close to Benalmedena and is a must-visit spot for those staying in luxury villas in Malaga province. You would never guess it due to the remarkable architecture, but the unusual structure was only finished in the 1990s. It is also home to what is often claimed to be the world's smallest church.

One of the things this Spanish region is most famous for is White Villages - Pueblos Blancos in the local tongue - many of which are only a short trip from the city of Malaga. One of the most beautiful is Iznajar, which has superb views down a valley to a lake.