5 reasons to visit Manilva

To visit Manilva is to visit the real Spain. Despite being in a prime location on the Andalucian coast, Manilva has not lost itself to the tourist industry in the same way as its neighbouring cities, Marbella and Gibraltar. For a place to relax and soak up the sun, sea and sand, there is potentially no better. Here to prove this, read our top 5 reasons for booking your plane ticket today:



  • 1. Manilva is a coastal paradise. Its 8 kilometres of beach are virtually unspoilt. Fringed by vineyards, luscious countryside and rolling hills, it is unique amongst its Costa del Sol neighbours. Soak up the sun on the beach in the morning, breathe in country-fresh air on a stroll in the afternoon and take a dip in the salty-warm clear seas of the Mediterranean Sea in the evening. Life couldn’t get much better.

  • 2. Explore Andalusia. Situated about half way between Marbella and Gibraltar, Manilva benefits from a privileged position at the western end of the Costa del Sol. Hire a car and use the village as a base, knowing safely that you can return to tranquillity at the end of the day.

  • 3. Soak up unique Andalusian- Spanish history. Manila’s history dates back to Roman times and still today there are some remarkably well preserved Roman Sulphur baths and an Aqueduct. Learn about how the village was constructed to protect the relocated peasant population from Moorish and Turkish pirates.

  • 4. Enjoy healthy local produce. As well as the Spanish and international cuisine available in the numerous restaurants scattered about Manila, there is also plenty of opportunity to sample locally grown fresh fruit and vegetables for a real sense of Spanish life. In the autumn, grapes and raisins are sold by the roadside and on any day, you are able to buy some of the best fruit and vegetables to be had from the local co-operatives.

  • 5. Explore the coast by boat. To the west of Manila, there is a quiet yachting marina called Puerto Duquesa. Take a trip there and charter a boat for a truly relaxing day of exploring the Spanish coastline. For those who prefer to keep their feet on dry-land, there is also a golf course in the area.


For a trip that is simple but sublime, pack your towel, sun-tan lotion and something to read, book your ticket and your travel insurance* and head to Manilva.

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