Explore Malaga in summer 2018 M
ALAGA is often seen as the gateway to some of the Costa del Sol’s more popular resorts. However in the past decade this costal Spanish city has been transformed into the perfect destination for travellers wanting to mix a city break with culture and marine life. The city is layered in history that dates back 3,000 years; explore its fascinating past in its multiple museums, castles and exhibitions while enjoying its current vibrant and lively Spanish bar scene, delicious food culture and warm sandy beaches.
With so much to do and see, we’ve come up with our top tips that will help you discover Malaga in summer 2018. Picasso, it is also home to a museum dedicated to the artist’s works. Located in the Old Town the museum exhibits around 280 works that were donated by members of Picasso’s family. From sketchbooks to ceramic pieces, this exhibition will allow you to gain a unique insight into his developing style – perfect for any art lover. Located east of Malaga, Nerja’s natural beauty is not to be missed. Offering some of the most spectacular scenes the region has to offer, you can choose from an array of guided walks and hikes that are ideal for lovers of the great outdoors! Whether you decide to explore Nerja’s caves or hike the Tejeda Peak, the rugged landscape of the Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama Natural Park will provide you with a beautiful adventure. HISTORIC HILLTOP PALACES AND ROMAN THEATRES Steeped in a multifaceted past that dates back centuries, Malaga is home to some of Spain’s most iconic historical landmarks.
Built by the Hammudid dynasty and located at the foot of the Gibralfaro hill, The Alcalbaza is one of the most significant Moorish architectural works in the region alongside Castillo de Gibralfaro, another Moorish castle, which is located on the hill and provides scenic views across Malaga. Flying to Malaga from Liverpool couldn’t be easier. From June 5 2018, Blue Air will be operating two weekly flights on a Tuesday and a Thursday, as well as regular flights with easyJet and Ryanair to the popular Spanish destination. Visit liverpoolairport.com ●
MORE than £200,000 will be provided in Halton to help repair potholes and other storm damage after the recent bad winter weather.
Transport Secretary Chris Grayling has announced almost £100m worth of funding for across England. In Halton, a total of £212,684 has been allocated, with more than £1.8m to spent across the Liverpool City Region.
Across England, the money will help repair almost two million potholes as well as help protect the roads from any future severe weather.
Mr Grayling said: “People rely on good roads to get to work and to see friends or family.
“We have seen an unusually prolonged spell of freezing weather which has caused damage to our local roads.
“We are giving councils even more funding to help repair their roads so all road users can enjoy their journeys without having to dodge potholes.”
A Department For Transport (DFT) spokesman said the new money is on top of the £75m in Government funding already given to councils from the Pothole Action Fund this year, as well as the additional £46m boost for highways authorities announced just before Christmas.
Around seven million potholes will be filled due to this money, announced in the 2016 Budget.
The spokesman said: “The Government is also investing more than £900,000 in innovations using connected vehicles to help councils more efficiently manage and plan maintenance works.
“These trials will ultimately help provide coun- cils with data to enable them to repair potholes before they occur as well as maintain their other assets more effectively as part of their asset management plans. “This will help prevent further potholes and other road defects occurring over time.” The DFT is also providing £30,000 to the Association Of Directors Of Environment, Economy, Planning And Transport to work on technological and innovative improvements to future-proof the road network. The fund is on top of the record £6bn the Government is providing local authorities between 2015 and 2021 to maintain and improve their roads. ●