LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

BEST TIME TO GO

Because the area benefits from a cooling sea breeze, July and August are good times to play with average temperatures around a warm but comfortable 24 degrees.

GETTING THERE

Flights into both Malaga and Gibraltar from all over the UK with a flight time from London of just over two and a halfhours. easyjet flights to Malaga from Gatwick start at £30.74 in October.

BEST PLACES TO STAY

Classy Finca Cortesin will blow you away, though five-star luxury obviously comes at a price. If you’re on a tighter budget you’ll find somewhere more affordable in nearby Estepona or even Marbella.

OFF-COURSE ATTRACTIONS

The ancient city of Ronda with its famous gorge and bullring is a manageable day trip. And if you are looking for a lively après golf scene, you can wine and dine in Puerto Banus, Estepona and of course on Marbella’s famous Golden Mile.

FOOD & DRINK

You’ve a choice of four restaurants at Finca Cortesin, and there are no shortage of tapas, cocktail and beach bars in Estepona and Marbella.

IT’S WORTH KNOWING…

Airport Parking and Hotels (APH) offers a wide range of parking at all major UK airports. A week of Meet & Greet parking costs from £55 in October 2018. Call 01342 859442 or visit www.aph.com