SPAIN’S COSTA del SOL

Long regarded as one of Europe’s most cosmopolitan holiday spots, the Costa del Sol will satisfy the wishes of sightseers, sports enthusiasts and shoppers alike. Known for its endless variety of entertainment, beaches and nightlife, Torremolinos is the ultimate seaside paradise for your getaway to the Spanish Riviera. Set between Malaga Bay and the Mijas Mountains, it boasts the best climate in Europe. Late October is still lovely, not only for the sports life here, but also for the vastly interesting sightseeing and great shopping bargains

Exclusively for Women

• Round-trip regularly scheduled air transportation on Delta Airlines from JFK to Malaga. Fuel surcharges included (valid at time of printing).
• Roundtrip Airport/Hotel transfers in Malaga based on the group air block with Delta.
• 5 nights Hotel accommodations at the ****Melia Costa del Sol Hotel, including buffet breakfast daily, hotel tax and service charges.
• Professional tour manager throughout the program at designated times.
• Half day tours to Malaga with the Picasso Museum and to the white village of Ronda.
• Full day tour of Granada with The Alhambra.
• All sightseeing tours via deluxe coach with entrance fees included where applicable.
• 5 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, and 3 Dinners with wine and bottled water.

Valid passport required. U.S. citizens do not need a Visa or Inoculations.

Day 1 - Friday, October 24: Depart the U.S. for Spain.

Day 2 - Saturday, October 25: Costa del Sol. Upon arrival, proceed to baggage claim and clear customs. In the Arrivals area, our representative will greet you with a “Women’s Travel Club” sign and will transfer you to our hotel, the ****Melia Costa del Sol, ideally located on the beach and within a few minutes walk to town. Along the way, your tour host will present a “Welcome to Torremolinos” briefing to acclimate you to this beautiful area. As guest rooms are generally not ready for check-in until mid-day, pack your “play clothes” for easy access and take immediate enjoyment of the hotel’s facilities. Refreshments will be served on arrival. This evening, a Welcome Dinner for WTC will be served in the hotel.

Days 3 – 6: Costa del Sol.  Enjoy the next four days of sightseeing and leisure activities which will include the following tours, plus 2 lunches and 2 dinners.

Half-day Tour of Malaga
As compact as Malaga is, it is surprisingly historical. Major sights include the 16th century single-tower Cathedral, the 14th century castle, Castillo de Gibralfaro, and the Alcazabra fortress, a major landmark of this city that dates back to the 700s. A drive along The Port, Malagueta Beach, and the Bullring complete the city tour. Then on to the Picasso Museum for a guided tour. Spain's celebrated painter, Pablo Picasso, was born here in 1881 in the corner house of an elegant yellow-toned block on Plaza de la Merced. Today, the Picasso Museum is housed in a magnificent 16th century building. The collection of more than 200 works includes paintings, drawings, sculptures, ceramics and engravings by this artistic genius from Malaga.

Half-day Tour of Ronda
Perched over the dizzying gorge of El Tajo, Ronda is Rilke’s “dreamed-of city,” the “jasmine-scented repose” of Borges and, for the thousands of tourists who visit it and can’t believe their eyes, the epitome of an experience never to be surpassed. Like other “white villages” that owe their name to the way their residents often scatter lime on the walls of their houses, beautiful Ronda is further accentuated by its stunning bridge and the oldest bullring in Spain. These villages seem to be nestled into the mountainside. Red tile roofs and narrow streets complete the appearance of a typical "pueblo blanco."

Full-day Tour of Granada with the Alhambra
Granada . . . beautiful and historic, with a rich and diverse history of inhabitants including prehistoric native tribes, the Romans, the Arabs who gave the city it’s current name, and  the Christians, who conquered it in 1492 for the monarchs Queen Isabella and Ferdinand. One of the most brilliant jewels of universal architecture is the Alhambra, a series of palaces and gardens built in the 14th century. Set against the magnificent backdrop of Spain's highest mountain range, the Sierra Nevada, it is a mighty compound of buildings – including the summer palace with its fountains and gardens – and represents one of the most exquisite examples of Moorish architecture in the world.

Optional Activities
Our tour representative will be available to provide full details on a variety of additional activities, such as a round of golf and tours to Gibraltar or Tangiers. An excellent website to view is Visit Costa del Sol.

Day 7 - Thursday, October 30: Costa del Sol/U.S.  After breakfast transfer to the airport for your return flight home. (Breakfast)

*Itineraries subject to minor change. Should there be a change in hotel, one of equal or better quality will be substituted. Fuel surcharges are included in trip prices where airfare is part of the tour; however these charges are subject to change before ticketing. Not included: airport taxes, government fees and September 11th Security Fee. Prices are per person based on double occupancy.

The Women's Travel Club (USA), Inc.
Phone: 800-480-4448 . Fax: 1-360-935-5080
E-Mail: info@womenstravelclub.com

200 Broadacres Drive, Bloomfield, NJ 07003

The Club donates generously to women's and girls' charities