Riviera has its own beach which is usually calm and not too crowded. There is also the popular venue of Max Beach, offering an extensive range of beachfront cuisine and the boutique El Oceano Beach Hotel and Spa on the beach in front of Miraflores, offering romantic seafront dining.

Riviera Plaza is a commercial centre visited by both residents and tourists. The centre opened in 2005, has been expanding and is now open 6 days a week. This small complex offers a bureau of change, banks, a hairdresser,  ironmongers, souvenir shops, cafés, as well as clothing stores

Miraflores Golf Club is one of the most popular in the area. Located just inland from Mijas Costa, this breathtaking course coils between hills and valleys. Golfers can enjoy views of nearby mountains and the Mediterranean Sea. If you fancy just practicing your swing then head to Miraflores’ driving range.

The Riviera Sports Club Tennis is located in the heart of Riviera del Sol. Featuring a full gymnasium, tennis courts and restaurant open to both residents and visitors.

The Miraflores Lawn Bowls Club is also very close to the Riviera area and is popular with residents and tourists. It provides two all weather greens and a club house. After a game of bowls don’t forget to stop by the bar for a snack or chilled beer.

Public transport provides access to the entire coastal towns including La Cala de Mijas, Calahonda, Fuengirola, Mijas and Marbella. In Fuengirola and Marbella, transfers can be made to travel further east to Malaga, Nerja and beyond, whereas on the other side, transfer at Marbella bus station for buses to Gibraltar, Tarifa and beyond.

Riviera’s main bus stops are on either side of the A7 (N340) main road, travelling in both the Marbella or Fuengirola directions. The bus usually comes every half an hour and despite being a little adventurous, they are perfectly safe. The main taxi rank is situated at the entrance to Riviera del Sol.

For anything more exciting or diverse, the neighbouring towns are the place to head to – Fuengirola's Aqua Park has water-based fun, dining facilities and impressively lengthy queues; Marbella has the La Cañada mall and the beautiful old town; and Calahonda.

Livelier nightlife is found in Puerto Banús, Marbella and Fuengirola but, this being Spain, most local bars stay open until quite late and generally attract plenty of punters throughout.

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Riviera del Sol / Miraflores is a highly sort after mature development that offers a desirable selection of properties and holiday services including tennis, bowls, golf and a beach club with its own reception and property management services.

They are situated on the coast of Mijas municipality, midway between Marbella and Fuengirola.

It is a popular residential part of Mijas Costa, due to its great location, easy access to Marbella and Fuengirola, exceptional golf courses and a wide range of bars and restaurants.

The area is small enough to get around on foot with tree-lined streets and easy access to the beach.

Its mixed residential and holiday area has all the amenities required for living comfortably under the sun.

The area has grown and now many people call it home all year round. There are several places to do your shopping, as well as numerous places to dine or go for a refreshing drink.

Riviera del Sol beach is a long strip of soft sand, the sea here is great for cooling down during the hot summer. The new board walk extends from La Cala through to Cabopino and is a lovely way to get some light excercise and enjoy the best of the coasts views and natural beauty.

In the center of Riviera del Sol is a charming park named Princess Diana Park and Gardens, a nice place to sit in the shade or enjoy the sunshine.

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Providing a safe retreat from the excesses of Puerto Banus, Nueva Andalucia offers magnificent villas, private gated communities and luxurious apartment complexes.

Nueva Andalucía is probably most people's idea of a 'dream location' in Spain – providing accommodation with swimming pool; peaceful atmosphere for families or retirement, the breath taking 360 views from La Concha to the mediteranean not forgetting the rolling fairways of the 3 immediate golf courses; the outdoor life; an easy transition into a Spanish way of life without having to relinquish the comforts of home.

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Although a car is handy for Nueva Andalucía the sweeping residential roads lined by tall palm trees and private villas set against the ever present blue skies are enjoyable either when driving or strolling around Nueva Andalucía.

A superb family area there are plenty of options for recreation and dining. Aloha College is a renowned international school for ages 3-18, while the Aloha Sports Club has daily tennis, netball, basketball, padel and football classes for kids – and adults – of all ages.

Golfers can enjoy the excellent Los Narnajos, Aloha and Las Brisas golf courses, while the nearby Centro Plaza Shopping Arcade has plenty of restaurants, salons and cafes that are ideal for ladies who lunch or who can choose to work out in the Plaza Gym . This area also plays host to the weekly open air market.

Residents of Nueva Andalucía enjoy the choice of staying local or 'heading into the Port'.

The late night bars such as La Sala, The Point or El Jardin in Nueva Andalucia attract a vibrant and wealthy crowd that can relax and chat on the open terraces with the choice of heading to the clubs of Puerto Banus and Marbella to extend the evening.

During the summer months the local bull ring also offers open air concerts from a variety of Spanish and international artists.

Established by Jose Banus almost four decades ago the moder Puerto Banús is a jet setters paradise, situated to the West of Marbella, it enjoys approximately 5 million people each year. Inside the port it is unlikely you will need transport because everything is within walking distance.

During the day you and choose to stroll along its lovely beaches along the long promenades that now connect with Marbella or around the high end boutiques offering designer clothing, jewellery and accessories to high street fashion. If you are in the mood to simply sit and enjoy your surroundings then many bars and restaurants await you where you can eat and drink and watch the world go by, from the biggest and most expensive yachts on the planet, extraordinarily luxurious cars and glamorous people.

Nightlife
Home to a wide variety of clubs, cafes, discos and the Casino Marbella, Puerto Banús comes alive most evenings (and virtually every night of the week during the summer months) as revellers are given the chance to experience the beautifully lit marina until the early morning and sometimes even later. Low-key pubs and internationally known discos, such as Dreamer's Nightclub, share the Puerto Banús nightlife, providing something for everyone.

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