Forest Hills

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Seasons Holidays at Forest Hills is in a splendid setting on the Sierra de Ronda range with an outlook of the mountains and Mediterranean to the north and Gibraltar and the North African hills to the south.

Located just 45 minutes drive from Malaga airport along the motorway and is easily accessible to the nearest beach some 4km away and only 6km from the beautiful town of Estepona, with its delightful marina, promenade and beach.

A superb range of activities are available, both on and off the water, and wherever you go, you’ll find splendid mountain and coastal views round every corner.

The steam room, gymnasium, games room and outdoor heated pool ensure there is always something to keep you and your family amused. Other new facilities include an ‘Adults Only’ sun terrace, whirlpool spa bath, a therapy suite, bar and restaurant, evening entertainment, wifi and internet access.

Pool bar by day offers smoothies, cocktails and classic poolside snacks; by night the restaurant offers good quality affordable cuisine from locally sourced produce.

Seasons Holidays Forest Hills boasts over 40 unique apartments. All the light and roomy apartments are tiled and have satellite television, VCR/DVD player, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, washing machine, a private patio looking out over superb views and well equipped kitchens, including fridge/freezer, oven and four ring hob.

Thanks to the large balconies at Seasons Holidays Forest Hills you are sure to enjoy some of the best views of the surrounding landscape.

Just over 20 minutes away you have the gorgeous town of Peurto Banus where you can enjoy the expensive yachts and designer boutiques. Only a little further is the unspoilt Marbella old town, barely changed since the 16th century.

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Resort Activities

There are numerous places to hire horses. Farms, riding schools, hotels and small stables offer a wide range of horses ranging from solid local Andalucian horses to stunning white stallions with tumbling manes.

Escuela de Arte Ecuestre Costa Del Sol
Based in Estepona, this is one of the best equestrian centres in Spain. Extensive facilities. BHS and ABRS approved training and examination centre. Escuela de Arte Ecuestre Costa Del Sol, Estepona, Malaga Tel. 952 808 077

Hurricane Hotel

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La Rada Beach
Right in the centre of Estepona and the towns most popular beach, La Rada Beach. It is quite expansive and backed by a modern sea front promenade for the entire length (2.6km). Chiringuitos (beach bars), are located throughout the seafront and serve traditional fare, such as paella and fresh sardines, or a choice of international-style dishes. The Marina is located at the west end of La Rada beach.

El Cristo Beach

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We have two Aqua Parks on the Costa del Sol, one in Fuengirola and one in Algeciras. Which ever one you choose it will take you 1 hour travelling. Both boast a huge variety of water slides and wave pools.

60/70 kilometers

This will take you 40 minutes and you will be in a beautiful village famous for its gastronomic delights. The village is just full of outstanding restaurants; whatever your taste you will find it. The village is very Spanish with its white washed buildings and narrow streets. If you just want to go in the day they have small bars where you can have refreshments and just enjoy the ambiance of the place.

21 kilometers

A charming whitewashed mountain village, just half an hour's drive from the Costa del Sol.
Gaucin is a spectacularly beautiful mountain village commanding sweeping views to Gibraltar and the Rif mountains of North Africa. The village is situated against the looming dark backdrop of the Serranía de Ronda where, depending on the time of year, you can enjoy an Impressionist paint palette of colour: brilliant brush strokes of red poppies, yellow mimosa, wild orchids, tempered by the cool green of olive groves and occasional splash of pale pink almond blossom.

45 kilometers

300 years of English military history. Organized guided tours of the Rock which include St. Michael’s caves where live concerts are often held, the seaged tunnel and not forgetting the famous Barbary apes. Other places of interest on the island are the botanical gardens, Gilbraltar museum, Europa point and dolphin trips from the marina. You can also purchase your duty free goods. Ask at reception and they will let you know what your allowance is per person. One final thing is please remember your passport as you will not be able to cross the boarder without it.

52 kilometers

Most markets are morning only, usually
open between
9.30am – 2pm
Monday
Marbella: at the fairground, general weekly market
Álora: in the village centre, general weekly market
Tuesday
Fuengirola: at the fairground near Los Boliches, weekly market
Wednesday
Benalmadena: across from Selwo Marina, weekly market
La Cala: at the fairground, twice weekly market
Estepona: at Avda. Juan Carlos, weekly market
Rincón de la Victoria: near Cotomar, weekly market
Thursday

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1 hour 15 minutes and you should be looking at white sandy beaches, where international kite surfing competitions are held. It has an old fishing village, Moorish castle and Roman ruins. Take a trip
over to Africa and visit the kas bars, hand made carpets shops and much more in just 35 minute ferry crossing.

75 kilometers

The royal fortress, a mixture of Mudejar, Gothic and renaissance style. The 13th century tower of gold built on the river Guadalquiver. A 15th century cathedral on the site of the largest almohad mosque. Sevilla is also well known for its tapes. July and August can be extremely hot reaching highs of 40 to 50 degrees.

227 kilometers

This is a must just 20 minutes and you can looking at a harbour full of amazing boats and yachts, they are described as floating palaces. There are numerous exclusive shops, plenty of places to enjoy a meal and overlook the harbour. As you come into Puerto Banus you will see a huge building called El Corte Ingles, this place is regarded as the Harrods of Spain.

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CRUSOES Situated next to Laguna Village

BLUE DOLPHIN Estepona sea front

PALM BEACH Estepona sea front a short walk from Carrefour

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Amusement park with over 24 thrilling rides, as well as a tiny tots section. It also has restaurants, bars and shows.

72 Kilometers

It will take you 3 hours to get to Granada but is well worth the travelling. The Alhambra palace of Charles V, one of the wonders of the world. The Albaicin (the old quarter) once the inhabited by Iberians, Romans, Visigoths and Ara and the charter house, the master piece of Spanish Baroque.

161 kilometers

Just 10 minutes and you are in heart of Estepona, it is still quite Spanish not like some other places on the coast. It has four museums, including a museum of local interest Fossils and an archaeological exhibition. These museums are located in the bullring.
El Christo beach is definitely worth a visit. There is also Laguna Village which is opposite the Kempinski Hotel, it has exclusive shops, bars, restaurants and a beautiful swimming pool with relaxing sun lounges.

8 kilometers

A very historical village dating back to 1485, with lots of Roman, Moorish and Spanish history. The famous bridge with it’s breath taking views over the gorge, it hosts the oldest bullring in Spain and
has both leather and antique shops. 1 hr 30 minutes and you should be above the clouds and in Ronda.

50 kilometers

A landscape full of different contrasts.

The best day of your holidays.

An unforgottable experience!

A GREAT EXPERIENCE FOR ALL YOUR SENSES.

The Active Holidays where you'll be the hero.

You'll discover magical places that seem to have been unaffected by the passing of time. . .
- Plunge into relaxing, crystal clear waterfalls in the middle of an ecological paradise.
- Admire views of beautiful landscapes full of life, sun, light and warmth.

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About an hour and half from Forest Hills, this is the oldest city in Europe, founded in 1100B.C., with it’s 18th century Baroque cathedral and fine arts museum. The port of Cadiz was made famous by
Christopher Columbus, as he began his second and fourth voyages.

168 kilometers

Tangiers, known as the "gateway to Africa", is one of the most vibrant, mysterious and intriguing cities in Morocco.

Located 60 kilometres from Gibraltar and just 14 kilometres from Spain, it's not entirely Moroccan, European or African; it's a dynamic mix of all three...

Tangiers, or what the Arabs call "Tanja" reached its "peak" during the 1950s when the city was home to some 60,000 ex-pats. People came from all over Europe and the USA, infatuated by its exotic and charming appeal; all in search of the "free life" they could no longer find back home.

74 kilometers

Here are some restaurants that we would
highly recommend

Robbie’s Estepona 952 802 121
Los Abanicos Benahavis 952 855 022
Famous for its lamb
Passage India Puerto de Duquesa 952 891 103
Albert’s Cabopino 952 836 886
Punta Sur Estepona 952 807 854
Argentinean steak
Puerto Fino Laguna Village 952 808 035

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Our Restaurant on site will tempt you all week long with various specials made from fresh local produce.

Start your week with a Sunday Roast served with all the trimmings including the biggest Yorkshire pudding you´ll ever see! Menu also on option.

Tuesday, a Paella cooking demonstration where Lynn our Chef will show you her secrets to making various fantastic paella dishes to suit your taste.
Normal menu is offered from 8pm.

Wednesday is Fish Night along side standard menu.

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