Winter might be just around the corner, but there’s no reason to give into it just yet.
Weather maps are predicting that snow is expected to fall in Scotland very soon, with temperatures forecast to plunge to -2C in places.
However, budget airline Ryanair have come to the rescue by flogging bargain £50 return flights from Glasgow Airport to Málaga in Spain in November.
The Skyscanner app shows multiple return dates still available at that price at the time of writing, with departures taking place every single day apart from Tuesdays.
It’s one of the cities that make up the famed Costa Del Sol, along with Torremolinos, Benalmádena, Fuengirola, Mijas, Marbella, San Pedro de Alcántara, Estepona, Manilva, Casares, Rincón de la Victoria, Vélez-Málaga, Nerja, Frigiliana and Torrox.
Temperatures in the sun-soaked port city of Málaga can soar as high as 20C in November, and the average sea temperature is a balmy 19C, according to travel experts TUI.
Things to do in Málaga
Visiting the beautiful sandy beaches of the Málaga region is always a popular pastime, and even if it’s not quite taps aff weather when you visit, there’s always a lot to do when it comes to activities and water sports.
From kayaking to jet skiing, there are loads of ways to experience the best of Málaga’s coastline. If you don’t feel like paddling your way around the bay, you can also take scenic boat trips, including a romantic sunset catamaran sailing trip.
Guests are invited to “watch the sun set over the sea from the comfort of a luxurious catamaran. Enjoy a drink and chillout music onboard, and admire stunning views of Málaga’s skyline.”
If you fancy travelling a bit further afield, Nerja village (pictured above) and Castillo de Colomares (Colomares Castle) are both popular day trip options.
Nerja is 37 minutes by car from Málaga, and multiple companies run guided tours to Castillo de Colomares, or you can get a direct train which costs just €4 and takes less than an hour.
The fairytale location was built between 1987 and 1994, and is the world’s largest monument dedicated to the life and adventures of famed explorer Christopher Columbus.
Málaga’s also well known for its epic nightlife, with visitors often choosing to dance the night away before recovering on a sun lounger. The city has everything a party-goer could possibly need.
The historic city centre is packed with places to drink and dance the night away, and they’re almost all open until 3 or 4am. However, the most iconic nights out are to be found by La Malagueta beach (Playa de la Malagueta), which is jam-packed with restaurants, karaoke spots, premium clubs and beach bars.
If you get tired of partying and fancy checking out some of the local culture on offer, you can also visit the birthplace of Picasso, the acclaimed Spanish artist who died in 1973 and see some of his famous illustrations.
Food-lovers are well-catered for too, Picasso Bar Tapas is one of the top-rated restaurants in the centre of town, named after the city’s most famous former resident. If you want to just grab a quick bite, you should take advantage of their breakfast deal- a chorizo ciabatta with fresh orange juice and hot chocolate for €6.
In short: with its sun, sea, great nightlife and fantastic grub, Málaga really is the best place to beat those winter blues.
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