Kickstart your summer with a short break in Marbella for just €272! This super deal includes flights and three-nights hotel accommodation.

May is a great time to enjoy a short break in Marbella. The Old Town and marina at Puerto Banus are less busy, and of course prices are lower than the peak summer months. Ryanair is offering return flights from Dublin to Malaga in October for just €110, and there is a host of accommodation options to choose from.
 

 
Enjoy long strolls along the promenade that leads from Marbella Old Town into Puerto Banus. The Old Town is extremely pretty, and in typical Spanish fashion, boasts white washed buildings brimming with pretty flowers.

The main square, Orange Square,  has a wide selection of restaurants to choose from, and you will find plenty of retail therapy in the Old Town.

Puerto Banus is where the nightlife happens – the port is adorned with numerous bars and restaurants. Although restaurants and bars are plentiful, it is recommended to book your favourites in advance. However, travelling in May you should find things are a lot less busy here.
 

 
There is nothing quite like wandering from one end of the port to the other, gazing at the super yachts berthed in the marina, or ogling the luxury cars zipping past. There are plenty of designer shops along the marina too, if even for window shopping.

However, Puerto Banus offers more than just the marina. There is a large selection of shops and restaurants away from the port, including a large El Corte Ingles, that sells everything from clothing to kayaks.
 

 
I found a great deal to the 4-star Princesa Playa Apart-hotel, which is located right beside the beach and just five minutes walk from the Old Town in Marbella. The small roof-top pool with sea views is particularly popular with guests. The location couldn’t be better and is highly recommended on TripAdvisor.

This is a super choice if you are looking for short break in Marbella that won’t break the bank. Price is just €162 per person for three nights on the 14th of May.
 

 
If you are looking for the glitz and glamour that Marbella is renowned for, then check out the adult-only Amàre Beach Hotel. Its stunning beachfront location on top of its stylish modern interior, luxury Spa and upmarket Amàre Club, has made this hotel the place to be seen in Marbella. Price for a three-night stay here is €325 per person.

 
Search flights here €110pp

View Princesa Playa €162pp

View Amàre Club €411pp

Car hire from Malaga airport starts at €75.00 for the 5 days, or simply pre-book a transfer here.  
 

 
Prices for this short break in Marbella are correct at time of issue but are subject to change. Note accommodation facilities are subject to change. that some of the links in this post are affiliate links, where I receive a small commission if a booking is made.
 

 
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Get a few friends together and plan a weekend in Marbella for next summer. Choose a central 4-star hotel or a luxury beachfront apartment.

Marbella has been a firm favourite with Irish holidaymakers for many years and it’s not difficult to see why. It’s got sun, fun and a little glitz and glamour to boot! With short daily flights from Dublin, Cork and Shannon you can however, manage a weekend in Marbella without breaking the bank. 
 

 

 
Marbella has great nightlife, shopping and beaches so it is probably the perfect choice for a girls weekend away. It’s not only about the bling though, the backdrop of the mountains and the beautiful old town, ensure it keeps some of its original charm. There are numerous great restaurants and shops too, so it is safe to say Marbella caters for everyone.
 

 
I have chosen the highly rated Hotel Lima, which is located close to Marbella’s old town and just two minutes walk from the beach. There are much cheaper hotels available, but this adult-focused hotel is a great choice for girls weekend in Marbella.
 

 
If you are looking for a little more glitz and glamour, and have managed to gather a few friends together, then I suggest booking a two-bedroom apartment in the fabulous Marriott Beach Resort.

As the name suggests it is located right on the beach, but also has two indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness centre and several restaurants. For the ultimate Marbella experience, pay a visit to Nikki Beach Club next door.

Price for a three-night stay here is €249 based on four sharing, €199 based on five sharing or €166 based on six sharing. 

 
Fly from Dublin to Malaga on Saturday the 6th of May and enjoy a three-night weekend in Marbella for just €382, based on two sharing in the Hotel Lima, or €394 based on four sharing a two-bedroom apartment in the fabulous Marriott Beach Resort. These apartments can sleep up to six, the total price is only €311 per person if six share. 

 
I have chosen a morning flight out to make the most of the weekend, but the evening flight is even cheaper! If these dates don’t suit, simply click on the links below and edit your search to suit your requirements. Go on, get a few friends together and plan a weekend away – you deserve it!

 
Search flights here 6th-9th May €145pp

View Lima here €237pp 2 sharing

View Marriott €249pp 4 sharing

Prices are correct at time of issue but are subject to change. Note that some of the links in this post are affiliate links, where I receive a small commission if a booking is made.

A weekend in Marbella is always a good idea.

Marbella has been a firm favourite with Irish holidaymakers for many years and it’s not difficult to see why. It’s got sun, fun and a little glitz and glamour to boot! It has some of Spain’s best night clubs as well as a marina full of luxury yachts. With short daily flights from Dublin, Cork and Shannon you can however, manage a weekend in Marbella without breaking the bank.

Marbella has great nightlife, shopping and beaches so it is probably the perfect choice for a girls weekend away. It’s not only about the bling though, the backdrop of the mountains and the beautiful old town, ensure it keeps some of it’s original charm. There are numerous great restaurants and shops too, so it is safe to say Marbella caters for everyone.

I have chosen the 4* Senator Marbella Spa hotel which is centrally located, just a short walk to the old town of Marbella and only a few minutes walk to the beach. It receives good reviews on tripadvisor and is a great choice for a weeekend in Marbella.

Fly from Dublin with Aer Lingus on the 4th of May and spend three nights at the Senator Marbella for only €362 based on 3 sharing, or €377 based on 2 sharing. These prices include a 10% discount off the accommodation which is available if you use my promo code TRAVELEXP10.  The price also includes airport transfers. But that’s not all! You can secure a booking with a €1 deposit and pay a further €150 in a months time! No how can you refuse that! Go on, get a few friends together and plan a weekend away – you deserve it!

Click here for more details: 3 Sharing €362

Click here for more details: 2 sharing €377

Prices are correct at time of issue but are subject to change. Note that some of the links above are affiliate links, where I receive a small commission if a booking is made.

Sarah

Want the glitz and glamour of Marbella without the hefty price tag? Read on…

Marbella is one of Spain’s most glamorous resorts. Although known as the Spanish St Tropez, it has much more to offer than just fashion and ferraris. The pretty old town is full of cobbled stone streets, colourful window boxes and local art galleries. The beaches are superb, particularly along the golden mile, which stretches from Marbella into Puerto Banus.  There are plenty of dining options available. Choose local eateries serving Spanish cuisine at reasonable prices, fine dining in michelin star restaurants or celeb hang outs, such as the Marbella Club. Of course if you want to mingle with celebrities, ogle at the super yachts and shop in Chanel, then it’s probably best to pop into Puerto Banus, just 6 km from the old town of Marbella.

I have chosen the popular San Cristobal hotel which is right in the heart of Marbella and is highly rated on tripadvisor. This hotel was awarded a certificate of excellence and many clients return to stay here each year. It does not have a swimming pool but is located beside the beach. If you fancy chilling out after a late night on the town, it has a sun terrace which offers free wifi! Fly from Dublin on the 14th of September and spend seven nights here for only €366 per person.

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Prices are correct at time of issue but are subject to change.

Sarah

Check out my best travel deals as seen on TV3’s Sunday Am on the 20th of September 2015.

Christmas Market Breaks:

Christmas markets are very much back in vogue. Ryanair have added extra capacity to many cities throughout the winter with lots of low priced airfares available.  I chose Berlin as it has over 50 markets to choose from and something to appeal to everyone. Sip some mulled wine while enjoying Christmas carols at the traditional markets of Charlottenburg Castle or the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church. Check out one of the Christmas Rock concerts at the Spandau Old Town market or try Europe’s largest mobile toboggan run at the lively Potsdamer Platz market. For more info on Europe’s top Christmas markets read my blog here.

Fly from Dublin to Berlin on the 1st or 8th of December and spend three nights at the Mark Hotel for only €199. Click here for more details.

Girls Weekend Away:

Marbella is a great choice for a girls weekend away. There is plenty of style and glamour with a beachfront location, what more could you ask for! Sip a cocktail in Sinatras and simply people watch or dance the night away in the many bars or night clubs. There are lots of great shops in the old town that wont break the bank or if you want to flash the cash, there is no better place with lots of designer shops in the port to tempt you.

Fly from Dublin on the 6th of May and stay at the 3* San Cristobal Hotel for three nights for only €219 per person. Click here for more details.

Family Holiday to Florida:

Florida is THE bucket list destination for families. There are over twelve theme parks and four waterparks so it is an adventure as well as a holiday! Enjoy the magic of Disney and marvel at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Shop till you drop at the outlets or swim with the Dolphins at Discovery Cove. I have chosen the 3* Ramada Gateway Kissimmee Hotel which is close to Disney but also offers a free shuttle bus to all the other main parks.

Fly from Dublin on the 8th of June and spend two weeks here for only €2399 based on two adults and 2 children. Click here for more details.

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Sarah

When it comes to a weekend away in the sun, Marbella is the perfect choice.

Marbella has been a firm favourite with Irish holidaymakers for many years and it’s not difficult to see why. It is the most up market of all the resorts on the Costa del Sol and many Irish families have holiday homes there.

It has a host of top night clubs as well as a marina full of luxury yachts. With short daily flights from Dublin, Cork and Shannon you can however, manag
e a few days away without breaking the bank. Marbella has great nightlife, shopping and beaches so it is probably the perfect choice for a girls weekend away. It’s not only about the bling though, the backdrop of the mountains and the beautiful old town, ensure it keeps some of it’s original charm. There are numerous great restaurant too, so it is safe to say Marbella caters for everyone.
I have chosen the 4* Princessa Playa hotel which is situated right in the heart of Marbella, and only five minutes walk to the beach. It receives excellent reviews on tripadvisor and was awarded a certificate of excellence last year. Fly from Dublin with Aer Lingus on the 18th of May and spend three nights at the Princessa Playa for only €354 per person! Go on, you deserve it 🙂

Click here to book flights: €138pp

Click here to book hotel: €216pp

Prices are correct at time of issue but are subject to availability.

Sarah