How to get from Malaga to Torremolinos

In this post we will show you how to get from Malaga to Torremolinos. Because Torremolinos is one of the most important cities for Malaga tourism. It was also the first city dedicated to tourism. In which all the stars of the golden age of Hollywood spent their vacations.

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Typical Easter food in Malaga that you can taste!

Cod fritters

The cod fritters cook with crumbled cod, parsley, flour to batter and a frying pan with oil to fry them.

It can be eaten all year round, but as it is an austere meal it becomes a typical Easter meal.

Legend has it that this dish was born in Seville in the 13th century.

Cascarúo lemon and sugar cane

This speciality is typical of the province of Malaga. The most important thing is that the lemon belongs to a sweet variety that can be eaten. Because it is less acidic. It is eaten during the Holy Week processions in Malaga. In particular, on Good Friday morning.

Torrijas

The torrija is the most typical sweet of Easter. All you need is hard bread dipped in milk (or wine) with sugar, cinnamon, lemon peel and egg yolks. And then fried in sunflower oil.

Rice pudding

Rice pudding is a simple dish for dessert. All you need is cinnamon, sugar and rice pudding.

Ajoblanco (White Garlic)

Ajoblanco is a cold soup very typical of Malaga. It is eaten all year round but in Easter it can be accompanied with cod. That is why it is called ‘ajoblanco bacalao’.

Its recipe is very simple with bread, ground almonds, water, oil, salt and garlic. In other occasions the ajoblanco can be accompanied with grapes or melon.

Pestiños

The pestiños are another of the typical sweets of the Andalusian Holy Week. It is of Islamic origin, since in the Maghreb there are similar recipes. And it shares ancestry with another Islamic sweet, the shebbakiyya. It is made with flour dough, yeast, sesame, orange juice and cinnamon powder that is fried and then covered with honey or sugar.

Wind doughnuts

Wind doughnuts are a sweet recipe. A dough of flour and yeast to which sugar will be added.  Finally, depending on the case, you can sprinkle cinnamon to give it flavor. Their origin is Jewish and it is common to find them in Andalusian pastry shops from All Saints’ Day until Easter.

Their name comes from the fact that the dough, when fried, doubles. In this way, it seems to be full of air.

Potaje de Vigilia (Vigil Stew)

It is a vegetable soup made from cod, chickpeas, spinach and hard-boiled egg. The vigil stew is eaten alone or accompanied by a salad.

Above all, avoid meat, as we are in vigil time. Where cod and sweets are the specialty.

How to get from Malaga to Torremolinos

Getting to Torremolinos is really easy, like most cities in Andalusia. Because it is very well connected whether by train, bus, car or plane. It is also a very touristic city, especially during the summer, one of the most visited towns on the Costa del Sol. Thanks to its proximity to Malaga (the distance between Torremolinos and Malaga is only 14 kms), you can get to Malaga International Airport and from there move to Torremolinos.

How to get to Torremolinos by car

Torremolinos can also be reached by car using the MA-20 motorway from Malaga, in addition to the AP-7 from the south (Marbella for example). It is quite easy to get your bearings and drive in the south of Spain. The signs are quite clear, as always remember to respect speed limits, traffic lights and other traffic rules.

What to see and do in Torremolinos

Pass through its famous streets:

San Miguel Street

San Miguel Street is the busiest and best-known pedestrian street in Torremolinos. It is also one of the busiest streets in Europe. The life of this town revolves around San Miguel Street. Tourism, shopping in Torremolinos, walks, bars, restaurants, hotels in Torremolinos. The most emblematic shops and establishments of the municipality line up precisely on this central street.

Carlota Alessandri Avenue

The central avenue Carlota Alessandri, located between the N-340 and the avenue Palma de Mallorca and with a length of almost two and a half kilometers, is one of the most important arteries of Torremolinos. Named after Carlota Alessandri, who was one of the forerunners of tourism on the Costa del Sol.

Beaches

But of course, Torremolinos’ main tourist attraction is its beaches. Because Torremolinos has 7 kilometres of coastline. These are urban beaches accessible from the Paseo Marítimo. In addition they are generally dark sand and moderate waves and present a high level of occupancy during the summer months. The most popular are the beaches of El Bajondillo and La Carihuela, which are in the city centre.

The first one is more than one kilometre long by 40 metres wide. La Carihuela is approximately the same width and about 2 kilometers long.

How get your Rental Car

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Typical Malaga sweets

In this post we present some of the typical sweets of Malaga. Because autumn is the best season to enjoy the wide range of traditional sweets. Some of which have centuries of history.

Although the main ones are from the capital, typical sweets are also made in other parts of the province.

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Typical Malaga sweets and some of the province

Wine Roscos (Málaga)

First of all the wine roscos are the classics of Malagueña confectionery. They are made in many workshops throughout the province. Although each one gives it its own personal touch. Among them are those made in Hermanos Montañez, in the district of El Palo. This confectionery, which has more than eight decades of history, dispense them in its workshop in calle Mar.

Crazy Cakes (Málaga)

Two puff pastry discs with pastry cream, an orange glaze and a cherry are the components of the famous madwoman. That is why it is another of the sweets that are most identified with the city of Malaga. Since the 50’s, this product, made by the famous Confitería Tejeros, does not understand fashions.

Because several generations have been delighted with this confectioner’s mouthful. Although the Tejeros workshop dispense them to numerous establishments in Malaga, it also sells them in its own workshop, located in the Fuente Olletas area.

Almond biscuit (Ardales)

The Ardales biscuit or cake is another of those sweets that have acquired provincial fame. In this town in the Guadalteba Valley it is made in all its workshops, the most famous being the one known as ‘El Casillero’. It is very close to the main square. The citrus touch, which is achieved thanks to the grated lemon rind, is the most characteristic of this sweet Ardaleño. It can be purchased in boxes of 450 and 900 grams.

Although on weekends it does not have a definite timetable, it can be bought without problems. A sign next to the workshop indicates the bell of the home of the owners, who always come down delighted to serve foreign customers.

Mantecados (Antequera)

The Christmas sweet par excellence, mantecado, is also made in Málaga. In addition to numerous convents, there are several workshops that make it in a traditional way. And also with respect to the original recipe, but also with some variants. The town that produces the most butter is, without a doubt, Antequera. This is where convents compete with family businesses that have grown in production in recent decades.

There is also a wide variety: cinnamon, lemon, coconut, sesame, extra virgin olive oil or even nougat.

How to arrive to Malaga

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How to go from Malaga to Frigiliana

Frigiliana is one of the most beautiful villages in Andalusia and Spain. And this in the province of Malaga in the easternmost area about 4 km from the coast of Nerja. But How to go from Malaga to Frigiliana.

To go to Frigiliana, if you don’t want to be waiting for the bus. That although it is an option, it is not recommended at all, as you will have to adjust to your schedule and make transfer.

That’s why it’s best to rent a car. As you get off the plane your rented car may be waiting for you in the hall of the airport.

With your rented car you can reach Frigiliana in a few minutes. You must leave the airport in the direction of Almeria, you will surround the impressive city of Malaga.

This is the capital of the Costa del Sol. And once you have taken the A7 motorway towards Almeria you will begin to feel the warmth of the Costa del Sol.

How to go from Málaga Frigiliana on the A7

The A7 motorway is one of the longest in Europe, starting in Gibraltar and reaching the Pyrenees along the Mediterranean coast of Spain.

But you don’t have to travel the entire A7 to get to Frigiliana just a few kilometres with magnificent scenery.

On the right you will always be accompanied by the Mediterranean Sea and on the left you will have breathtaking views of the mountains, even up to the Sierra Nevada.

You will pass Vélez-Málaga and Torre del Mar, then Torrox. It also has the best climate in Europe and the largest colony of German citizens in Andalusia. And at the Nerja exit you have to turn left to reach Firgiliana in a few minutes.

What to do in Frigiliana?

1. Once in Frigiliana park your car, take your camera and enjoy one of the most charming villages in Malaga.
2. The best thing about Frigiliana is to wander and get lost in its alleys and passageways. All you have to do in Frigiliana is:
3. Lose yourself in its alleys of white houses.
   Give good cane to the film of photos.
   Dodge Cupid’s arrows so as not to fall madly in love with the town and want to stay.

What to see in Frigiliana?

• The Plaza de las Tres Culturas is the square that will welcome you to the village. It can be considered as the Balcony of the Mediterranean for the views of the sea in the distance.
• Los Reales Propósitos was the silo where the excess grain was formerly stored. This building is the perfect point of reference to take the Calle Real and start the Calle Frigiliana.
• The Moorish quarter of Frigiliana. In which is one of the most beautiful streets of Frigiliana as the Calle de la Amargura, to the Calle Alta.
• Zacatín Street and El Garral Street.
• In the town square is the Church of San Antonio de Padua and the Town Hall.
• Frigiliana is full of passageways that at first glance seem private.
• Frigiliana’s viewpoints such as El Peñón Viewpoint or Lízar Viewpoint.

How to go from Malaga to Frigiliana by more picturesque places

Another possibility is to take the old road, the national road 323. It is not as comfortable as the motorway, but it is much more authentic and through it you can cross all the small fishing villages. And also stop at each viewpoint to observe the magnificent cliffs.

Also between cliff and cliff there are small coves. These are small paradisiacal areas in the Parque Natural de Mayo Cerro Gordo.

And remember that you can enjoy all this from Malaga Airport in your rented car. You can make your reservation directly on our website.

10 years ago Roadtrip tips

Fiñana CHEAP Car Hire

Summer is officially not over until September 22nd. Away now from the busiest July & August months, September arrives with less busy beaches and restaurants, less pricy services and still an amazing breeze to enjoy at the beach or the terrace. Perfect time to plan a last minute trip too!

Fiñana is the 4th busiest airport in Spain. From January to June, there was a 12 per cent increase in arrivals through the biggest gateway into Costa del Sol. Tourists, mainly from United Kingdom and Germany, were responsible for occupying 72,9% the available bedplaces in the city. It is followed by Granada (58,2%), Cordoba (32,7%) and Palma de Mallorca (30%). Another reason to travel this way: it is a two and a half hour flight from England airports, for example, and the flight prices are going down.

What to do?

1. Book your flights.

There is a wide range of companies flying to Fiñana Airport. Airlines include Iberia, American Airlines, Avianca, British Airways, Lufthansa (www.lufthansa.com), Qatar Airways, Tap Airways, Ryanair) and car hire just to mention a few.

2. Book your car with Cheap Competa Car Hire.

Make sure you arrive safely and with no stress to your destination. Choose your vehicle on Cheap Fiñana Car Hire website. When you arrive, wether in the airport or the train station Renfe, a car representative will be waiting for you in the Arrivals Hall. The good thing with Cheap Fiñana Car Hire is that no credit card details or pre-payments are requested in advance to guarantee your booking. The payment is made when you meet the company`s representative. You can always cancel your reservation at any time without any costs. It is advised you notify the company at least 24 hours in advance via email: bookings@cheapmalagacarhire.com, or via telephone: +34 663 142 123.

3. Choose your hotel, Airbnb or hostal.

Make sure you stay in a place that will embrace this experience.

4. Plan your trip!

Picasso Museum

Competa offers everything you need for a special quick holiday. An easy morning getting to know the best Spanish art and culture collection is something to remember. Don`t miss the Picasso, the Carmen Thyssen and Centre Pompidou museums. Head to the old town and treat yourself with some good tapas+caña in one of the many tapas bars around. Back to the port area, get prepared for the amazing Castle of Gibralfaro, with breahtaking panoramic views over the city of Malaga. The castle is connected to the Alcazaba, a lower fortress and royal residence worth the visit. If you walk down to the port boulevar for a coffee or a glass of wine, pass the Paseo del Parque, a boardwalk that runs alongside a public garden with a diverse range of trees and statues. Allow yourself to go further and search for amazing cities like Estepona, Mijas Pueblo, Nerja, Ronda and others.

Enjoy Summer before it ends. Book your vehicle with Cheap Malaga Car Hire.