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• 30.01.2012- MARBELLA - THE CITY THAT OFFERS YOU EVERYTHING

  Discover Marbella with your Sixt car and release your most adventureous side. At Sixt Marbella we put at your disposal a wide variety of different vehicles so you choose depending on you necessities.Economic, convertibles, multiseaters, vans...whatever you need is at your feet so you discover everything that Marbella has to offer you; it's not all Puerto Banús and breathing in the jet-set. As amatter of fact, the alternative offer to sun and beach is enormous. From the multiple choices you can pick some of the more relaxing options like for example excursions around Andalucía, paddle surf,fishing, visits to aquariums, nautical schools, aquaspheres, relaxing boat trips, horse riding... and if you're more into risk, Marbella offers you also sailing courses, kitesurf, scuba diving,multiadventure parks, climbing, paintball fields, lake jetskiing, parachute jumping...a new and unknown world that is waiting for you. If you're looking for something different, Marbella has it foryou.

• 22.01.2012- THE RAT PACK - at La Sala

  One of the top outings in Marbella is %u201CLa Sala%u201D, Puerto Banús, the perfect combination of all day gorgeous food and all night party. On the 28th of January they will be hosting %u201CTheRat
  tribute trio you cannot miss! Featuring Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davies Jr. you can enjoy the best music ever in the best atmosphere in town. Enjoy a delicious cocktail afterdinner while
  humming to %u201CNew York, New York%u201D or %u201CMrs. Jones%u201D. A perfect evening out you won't forget.

• 05.01.2012- THE MOSCOW BALLET IN MARBELLA

  The Swan lake, performed by one of the best ballets in the world, The Moscow Ballet, arrives at Marbella to start the year 2012 in a bathe of classical music and dance. Sunday the 8th of January at19:00hrs at the Teatro Ciudad de Marbella you can enjoy the best of points and tutus. At the incredible price of only 25 Euro, you can get your entrance at the theatre box office and at El CorteInglés.

• 16.12.2011- NEW YEAR`S DAY - JANUARY 1st

  Bid farewell to 2011 and welcome the New Year with the delicious brunch of Hotel Kempisnki, one of the best Hotels of the Costa del Sol. Enjoy a seleccion of exquisite recipes, seafood, sushi, avariety of meats and fish, fresh salads, and last but not least, a wide choice of desserts, all to the rythm of their Sunday musicians. It would bea fantasic start to 2012

• 12.12.2011- CHRISTMAS ON ICE

  Enjoy a Christmas like never before in Marbella and live the real festive atmosphere. Located in the Palacio de Ferias y Congresos of Marbella you can visit from December the 15th to January the 10than incredible ice rink to enjoy with your family, friends or partner. You cannot miss this unique opportunity. Rent a car at our Sixt office in Marbella, fall in love with the most beautiful locationsand splendid Christmas lights and decorations and spend a movie-like Christmas. Our team will be more than happy to offer you a Christmas on wheels.

• 08.12.2011- VINTAGE LAB IN THE INDUSTRY AREA GALLERY - MARBELLA

  The renamed "Marbelli" art gallery Polígono Gallery managed with much style by Maite Coloma and Sophie Gravier, organizes the second edition of Vintage Lab, an event where the gallery's opentransformed into a display cabinet full of mixed beauties such as designer furniture, decorative objects and Christmas decorations, clothes and general curiosities. Give your house a touch of classgranted to you by some of the most famous decorators in Marbella and designers direct from Denmark and France. This exclusive miscellaneous temporary boutique is at your feet only until the 10th ofDecember. The entrance is free and the atmosphere unbeatable. Visit it without a doubt from 11:00 to 21:00 hrs at Polígono La Ermita, Calle Carbón, Marbella, it will be a perfect experience.

• 02.12.2011- Have a wonderful Christmas time at Kempinski Hotel Bahia

  Culinary Christmas market, From the 6th unti the 8th of December
  Come with your family and enjoy a magical evening in a Christmas atmosphere for charities. There will be cookies, candy andhomemade jams, typical Christmas from different countries, accompanied by delicious teas and coffees, and of course the traditional German hot ``Glühwein''.Choral carols of Estepona. Freeentrance
  

• 27.11.2011- SIXT AND ASCARI, LUXURY AND POWER

  Rent from your Sixt office in Marbella, which offers you a premium service at very interesting prices and enjoy a day full of diversity. Feel inspired by the road up to Ronda, a perfect one for thosewho love to drive, submerged in native nature, with views to the sea and a total of 365 curves, your journey will be entertaining by far. Promenade through the historic town centre, admire the%u201CTajo%u201D, the gardens, eat in one of the traditional restaurants or search for some handicrafts as souvenirs for your loved ones. If what you are looking for is a little bit more movement we hrecommend a visit to the Ascari Race Resort, one of the best race courses in Europe, where speed blends in perfectly with luxury. Let the adrenalin flow and awe in amazement at the power offered bythe vehicles that the Ascari Resort put at your service to feel like a real James Button: Lotus, BMW, Radical, F3, F1, buggies and carts...
  Being the longest track in Spain with 5425 metres, it isan experience that any motor loving person cannot miss. For more information on one of the most prestigious race tracks in the world visit www.ascari.net . We'll make sure you get there!

• 10.11.2011- COSTA DE SOL, COSTA DE GOLF

  The Costa del Sol is a traditional tourist destination due to it's enviable climate, beach and alternative offer, exquisite Mediterranean cuisine, it's artistic/cultural heritage, customs and people,and of course the Golf offer, the soprt par excellence of the coast. With over 70 courses from Velez-Málaga ( Málaga) to La linea (Cádiz), our coast has something to offer every player, amateur orprofessional, they will find what they are looking for, bunkers or lakes, high greens, multiple tees, long courses or wide ones, the Costa del Sol is the perfect place. Enjoy the amazing weather thatcharacterizes us and take advantage especially of the microclimate we possess in Marbella, where, still in November, the sun is shinning. At Sixt Marbella we are at your entire disposal to offer youthe vehicle that fulfils your needs. You may need a standard car with a lot of baggage room for your golf bag, we can offer you a wide variety of station wagons, or maybe you have organized a grouptrip, we can provide you with 7 and 9 seaters. Our professional team is waiting for you. Play one day at the Antequera Golf and the day after discover the Real Club de Golf Sotogrande, Sixt offers youperfect mobility and service, all you have to do is hole in one!

• 20.10.2011- MIJAS RACECOURSE ALSO IN WINTER

  Enjoy the best of the races during the winter months at the Mijas Racecourse. Dates for races are Saturday 22nd of October, Saturdays 5th and 19th of November and Tuesday 6th of December. This is anopportunity you will not want to miss out on at a very special price, entry for adults has a cost of only 5 Euro, under 18 year old children and over 65 enter for free. Watch these incredible animalsat their best and have an unforgettable morning. Opening of the doors takes place at 10:30 and races start around 12:00 o'clock. If you are looking for an extraordinary plan, rent with Sixt and enjoythe alternative offer.

• 04.10.2011- ADVENTURE: WOLF PARK

  Close to Antequera you can find an untouched nature and animal park where you can see wolves eye in eye maybe for the first time in your life. The park was founded by the German Daniel Weigend andAlexandra Stieber in 2002 as a private zoological equipment. Since November, 2004 is accessible to the public. The Lobo park is a private Wolf's park where you can observe 4 different wolf subspecies.The 40-hectare-protected and untouched nature reserve offers a home to countless rare botanical species and animal species. However, in contrast to other parks the wolves are not domesticated and livein semi natural surroundings. All enclosures are furnished very generously and offer more space than in other animal parks or game parks for the animals. More than 100,000 m ² place have been bookedfor the wolves.
  The Lobo park is also home for different other animals as for example a Fox family and other home animals. Park also offers horse riding on noble Andalusian horses. For childrenis prepare small ZOO with domestic animals where they can feed and touch the animals.
  If you look a little bit quite special for an evening in free nature, you can book the regular %u201CWolf HowlNight %u201C in every full moon evening in year. The Wolf Howl night starts around 19:30 with a dinner that then in the connection is accompanied by a night wolf guidance.
  This wonderful park offfun for all family to enjoy interesting educational programmes in a peaceful place with beautifull nature.

• 09.09.2011- THE EVENT OF LUNA MORA

  The village of Guaro on the Costa del sol is home to the Festival de la Luna Mora that attracts people from far and wide over two weekends every September. This year the festival takes place on the 9/10, 16/ 17 of September. Guaro is located just 20 minutes north of Marbella in the natural park known as the Sierra de las Nieves. Luna Mora recreates and celebrates Andalucia%u2019s rich past withinfluences from Christian, Muslim and Jewish cultures. The festival is a mix of music, street entertainment and gastronomic delicacies that make for a memorable and enjoyable evening out in thewonderful Andalucian climate. The most interesting of this festival is that the whole village is lit by over 20000 candles that give a mysterious and wonderful glow to the streets packed with visitorsand locals. A Moorish souk dominates the main square and surrounding narrow streets and is open from early evening until the following morning, candlelit stalls have a predominantly Arabic theme, withartisans selling their wares including jewellery, clothes, handicrafts and sweet Moorish cakes and tea. The main auditorium in Guaro%u2019s old town features formal concerts that require an entrance fadditionally free venues around the village stage flamenco and other musical events. Last years festival attracted over 50000 visitors and is a wonderful and different experience that will remainmemorable for years to come.

• 23.08.2011- Sixt invites you for The Marbella Masters 2011

  Sixt like one of the sponsors invite you for the prestigious world-class tennis event which will take the place from 25th till 27th of august 2011 in Marbella Puente Romano Tennis Club. The city ofMarbella is very proud to present such a big tennis stars like 11 time Grand Slam Champion, Bjørn Borg and former World Number 1, Yevgeny Kafelnikov will be joined by Wimbledon Champion Pat Cash andformer top 15 players Younes El-Alanoui and Ronald Agenor. Iranian tennis trickster, Mansour Bahrami will also return to the Masters this year. The Tennis club is particularly excited to welcome backBjorn Borg to the hotel, because he managed the club after it first opened in 1979. The hotel offer hospitality on the terrace over looking the players practice courts, where you can enjoy private orshared table on The Legends Terrace, champagne reception, gourmet buffet dinner, private bar and access to all courts.
  The General admission tickets you can buy in El Corte Ingles, onticketmaster.com or in the Puente Romano Tennis Club.
  Enjoy the prestigious event that is unique in Spain.

• 25.07.2011- A PLACE WHERE THE COLOURS CAN FLY

  Have you ever seen how a butterfly is born? Now you have the best oportunity to find out in the Butterfly Park in Benalmadena on the Costa del Sol. With 2000 m² and more than 150 different species isthe biggest space dedicated to the butterflies in all Europe. You can see fly free more than 1000 butterflies from tropical areas of all over the world. As the averige life of butterly is only 2 till3 weeks you could always see a new exemplars. Many of the butterfly species reproduce the park by itself, so you can observe all the stages of their fascinating biological cycle. For childrenis
  preparated a education programs about nature. The Butterfly Park is next to the Buddhist Temple and has a wonderful views of the coast. More information www.mariposariodebenalmadena.com

• 14.07.2011- GYPSY PASSION

  Do not miss out on the opportunity to watch the "Gypsy King" live. Joaquin Cortés presents his show "Calé" in Marbella and promises to absorb 100% of your attention. This fantastic event willtake
  place on the 16th of July in the "Recinto de Conciertos Playa del Pinillo" in Marbella and the entrance has an incredible price of 40 Euro for tickets bought in advance (60 Euro for PremiumSeat) and
  50 Euro directly at the box office (70%u20AC for Premium Seat). This event is organized by Yastá Production with the collaboration of Marbella Town Hall and will surely leave youbreathless following
  rhythm of one of the greatest heel stamping. You can obtain your tickets at El Cotrte Inglés, visiting it's web page or dialing 902 400 222. For more information and V.I.Preservations call 695 276
  556.
  

• 27.06.2011- TARIFA - THE SPANISH PARADISE FOR EVERYBODY!

  Tarifa is a small town on the southern coast of Spain. Just 11 km across the Straits of Gibraltar at its narrowest point, this southern tip of Europe where the Mediterranean sea meets the AtlanticOcean. The 10 km long sandy beach is probably the best that Spain's coasts have to offer. Here everything is still natural and plenty of space available. At the western end it is bordered by a hugedune. Behind them are another 9 km of beach with idyllic bays and whimsical rocks. The ever-present wind makes Tarifa to the surfing capital of Europe. Is only 14 km far away from Africa. Nowhere isEurope so close to Africa continent. By good weather condition you can enjoy spectacular views of Morrocco's Rif mountains of Africa. Tarifa port offers a tempting opportunity for a quick approach toMorrocco, with Tanger feasible as a day-trip by boat on the 5 times daily ferry.
  Tarifa's wild coastline you have endless opporunities to explore the rolling countryside, for examplehorse-riding, hang-gliding, kite-surfing, rock-climbing, diving and whale watching. Tarifa have something for all!

• 10.06.2011- FERIA - IN MARBELLA

  From the 6th of june until the 11th of june starts the feria of Marbella.
  The feria starts at 23:45 h in the evening with fireworks that indicate the beginning of the feria. In thesame
  night
  will be the coronation of the queen of the fest 2011. During the day the feria will be in the "Represa Park" where you can find a lot of "casetas" where you can eat some food anddrink
  something while
  you are listening flamenco music.
  In the evening starts the night "feria" in las "Albarizas" where the kids can have fun with all the attractions, and the adultscan go to
  the differents
  "casetas", including the "main caseta" where every night you can enjoy live music.

• 07.06.2011- A NATURE LOVER'S PARADISE

  Just north of Marbella lies the nature park of "los Reales de Sierra Bermeja", home to the bold yet elegant Abies Pinsapo or Spanish Fir trees. Native to Andalusia and affectionately called theAndalusian National Tree, they are found in few other places throughout the world but dominate el Paseo de los Pinsapos where you can learn about this odd and rare species. If you'd rather appreciatenature's beauty, head to the "Salvador Guerrero" Viewpoint where on a clear day you can see the African continent, the Costa del Sol and even the Strait of Gibraltar.

• 17.05.2011- START YOUR SUMMER - AT THE NIKKI BEACH WHITE PARTY OPENING!

  The 26th of May is the reopening of Nikki Beach Marbella, with a big white party for the strart of the season. In the beginning it was known only by the locals and with the slogan "Tell onlyyour
  friends" Nikki Beach today is a worldwide known brand that is connected with luxury and lifestyle. The opening white party is one of the most important events in Marbella where all the who iswho
  be with cluby sounds in a stylish surrounding.
  Nikki Beach is one of the most exclusive bars in Marbella, which is situated in the front line of the beach, near to the hotel DonCarlos/Elviria. The party starts at 7:00 p.m, so if you want to have an amazing night, let's go to Nikki beach! And don't forget that the dresscode is strictly white.

• 25.03.2011- KOFI ANNAN WILL VISIT MARBELLA

  Kofi Annan, seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations and Nobel Prize for peace winner in 2001, honours Marbella with his visit. Born in Ghana in 1938 and serving as secretary-general from 1997to 2006, he has maintained always a continuous battle for Human Rights, being one of his priorities a programme of reform aimed at revitalizing the United Nations and making the international systemmore effective.
  He will be a guest of honour in the 3rd Climate Change and Wine Congress held in Marbella on the 13th and 14th of April at the Palacio de Congresos de Marbella. This congress isdirected at wine professionals, oenologists, viticulturists, importers, journalists and sommeliers, and is organised by Pancho Campo, founder of the Wine Academy of Spain. Mr. Annan's speech on%u201EChallenging Bussines to Become Leading Actors in Sustainable Development%u201C will take place on the 13th of April from 17:30hrs. Your tickets to this matchless event can be purchased at El Coror on the number 0034- 952 830 806.

• 07.03.2011- IN JAZZ CLEF

  Enjoy an unforgettable dinner seasoned with a performance by "Rat Pack". Your date is on March the 11th in the Hotel Don Carlos in Marbella from 20:30h. A luxurious meal that also nourishe
  earswith the best jazz notes. For more information call 0034-952 768 800.

• 24.02.2011- CARNIVAL, CARNIVAL!!!

  Marbella goes into Carnival mood as usual around these dates and livens up the streets with fancy dresses, colours and joy. From February the 26th until March the 13th, the activities that fill thestreets of Marbella are numerous and varied. From street bands to humour parades, going through football tournaments, kids parties, sea crossings and of course we could not forget the traditional"Entierro de la Sardina" alongside many other events worth stressing. Organized by the Marbella town-hall, this is without a doubt one of the funniest and most entertaining events of the se as such,you should not miss it if you're in the area.

• 08.02.2011- LOVE IS IN THE AIR...

  The Kempinski Hotel Bahia Estepona offers you a wide range of possibilities to celebrate Valentine's Day with the highest quality standards. From a Romantic 4-course Dinner accompanied by the bestlive music on Saturday the 12th of February, to a succulent Lunch Buffet on the 13th, where you can savour international recipes seasoned also with the most romantic live music. Of course the SpecialValentine's package could not go without mention. It includes one night stay in a luxurious room, a romantic Valentine's dinner for two and the Kempinski's renowned Breakfast Buffet, available fromthe 11th to the 14th of February. Whichever option you choose, romanticism is assured. Fall in love again at the Kempinski Hotel Bahia Estepona. For more information or reservations don't hesitate tocontact the hotel on 0034-952 809 500.

• 25.01.2011- MARBELLA ART

  From the 14th of this month and until de 16th of February you can visit the Marbella Casino and admire the creativity Eddy Parkiet has to offer. This Parisian born in 1948 studied in the "art
  anddesign academy" in Paris and spent most of his artistic life in Provence. He has participated in restoration projects in castles and cathedrals in France. Him and his art have been presentin
  various International Conferences and finally moved to Southern Spain in 2001 to stay and delight us with his creativity and beauty on fine woods. Them who know him assure they can highlighthis artistic originality and creativity, but, even these characteristics being magnificent, what really takes your eye is his personality. His work is different, special and absolutely interesting. Heis capable of creating a wide range of images, from minimalistic to tribal, using only wood for a material, offering the possibility to interpret his pieces from many different perspectives. Enjoythis artist in the Marbella Casino from 20:00hrs until the 16.01.2011. Don't forget that to access the casino you must present your D.N.I, passport or driving license. If you want more information onthis master of wood visit his web page: www.eddyparkiet.com

• 03.01.2011- AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM IN MÀLAGA

  You can now enjoy a authentic automobile museum in Málaga! Situated in the old Tabacalera factory since the beginning of September, this museum holds aswell as it's three permanent expositions- cars,hats and engines- contemporary art collections based on automobile pieces. It also studies the possibility of holding seminaries, workshops, etc...relating in this way the vehicle not only withmechanics, but also with art and fashion. Within the over 80 cars that are on display in this museum you can find treasures dated from 1910 up to modern electric vehicles from 2009, all of them ondisplay for your enjoyment from Tuesdays to Sundays non-stop from 10:00 to 19:00hrs. For the genuine engine lovers, this will really be your cup of tea!

• 07.12.2010- CHRISTMAS CHARITY CONCERT

  This Sunday the 12th of December at 18hrs the Hotel Kempinski Bahía Estepona has the pleasure to present the Christmas charity concert. You can enjoy, for only 30 Euro, the incomparable voice ofElis
  Reichart, mezzosoprano at the Vienna State Opera and bearer of the prestigious International Belvedere Competition prize. Joining her will be tenor Rudolf Von Vitovec and Hiroe Imaizumi atthe piano,
  to delight us with their talent. A percentage of the profit will be destined to DEBRA- Butterfly Skin Association. For more information or reservations call now on (0034) 952-809 500,the mobile 677
  577 713 or contact via e-mail: vogelsprache@gmail.com

• 10.09.2010- David Ferrer vs. Juan Carlos Ferrero

  This vibrating tennis match will take place between the 11th and 12th of September at El Casco Tennis Club. This club is one of the most famous ones in Marbella and can be found in the Urbanisation ElRosario- Marbella. David Ferrer confronted with Juan Carlos Ferrero, two of the best Spanish tennis players of the moment, promises to be a gripping experience. Don't miss out on it! Semifinals onSaturday the 11th and the Grand Final on Sunday the 12th. You can purchase your tickets now at El Corte Inglés calling 902400222 or visit their web page www.elcorteingles.es For more information andtimetables visit also www.marbellaviptennis.com

• 20.07.2010- SEAL LIVE IN CONCERT

  How many times have you sung to a Seal song? Kiss from a rose, Crazy? I bet the answer is a lot of times!!!! Well now you have the opportunity to sing to all his best songswithout fearing that someone may hear you sing out of tune, because the more than a thousand people that will surround you will be singing too.Don't miss the chance to see and enjoy live one of the best soul artists of our time.Seal International Tour Concert at Marbella's Bullring on Friday 23rd of July. Doors opening at 20:00hrs. You can get your tickets from Ticketmaster or El Corte Inglés for only 35%u20AC....are you goimiss it? I'm not!

• 20.06.2010- A PASSION FOR CLASSICS

  Marbella holds the first edition of Classics on wheels. Organized and hosted by the American Classic Car Owners Club Costa Del Sol, Marbella town-hall and six of the most important clubs along thecoast, Classics on Wheels will take place on June 27th 2010 and promises to be one of the most attractive and memorable events that will take place this summer in Marbella. In Centro Comercial Plazain Nueva Andalucia, close to Puerto Banús. Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy a day surrounded by luxury American classics