The city of Malaga was founded by Phoenicians approximately in 770BC. The Phoenicians was a naval force of the time, an civilization who began travelling from the area that is described as Canaan, a region that nowadays cover territories from Lebanon, Israel, Palestine and a few coastal areas from Jordan, Syria and the Northeastern part of Egypt. The specific colonists that came to Malaga were from the Phoenician city of Tyre

The name of the city is most likely derived from the Arab word for salt, Malaka, as they have observed that the water in this harbor was more salty than they were used to, since the fish they caught there were more salted. After the period of the Carthaginian (metropolitan city of Phoenicia) colonization, the city was conquered by the Roman legions and was annexed to the Roman Empire. The Latin name became Malaca,so Malaca under the Roman rule developed very much.

Malaga went under Muslim rule during the 8th century AD, when the Arabs invaded many regions of the Iberian peninsula and conquered the land. At first Malaga became a part of the Caliphate of Cordoba but later got promoted into a capital of the kingdom that a Sunni Islamic tribe called the Zirids, established. At this point of history, the city was called Malaqah.

During the Reconquista period, when the kingdoms of Spanish Christians formed a coalition in order to regain the lost territory from the Muslims, Malaga was one from the last area that the Christians won back, in 1487, as Malaga was a part of the Emirate of Granada that proved to be tough and very difficult to fall.

If you wish to see the Arabic influence in the city’s architecture and culture in general, the car hire companies in Malaga are Argus, Budget, Europcar, Avis and Hertz.

Still there are many regions in Malaga which are continuing the existence of several wonderful traditional craft skills, which cannot be found in any other places. In this Malaga region, various notable range of good quality handicrafts are produced with combined local craftsmanship and the modern technology.

The craft skills in the Malaga province have remained unchanged and have been accepted from many years and these traditional hand-made products, besides playing an important part, also continue in creating the motivational forces in the traditional sector of Malaga’s economy.

One of the two most well known families in the Malaga region have first made up and lead the metallurgic industry and has paid attention especially on the formation of the elaborate and grand gates, grills, and doorknockers and this metal work can be observed in many of the Malaga’s grand palaces, churches and mansions. The Malaga’s craftsmanship is so famous that even the Arab sheiks used to order these products for fixing them in their palaces and mansions.

Also the ceramics, the tradition which ages back to the early history is not only a great skill but has also helped the city into a rich and flourishing economic haven. for creating the ceramic jugs, plates and vases and more, the skilled craftsmen uses the molding and the painting of the clay and that turns out to be an exclusive and highly artistic.

There are several beautiful villages in the Malaga province like Ronda that are known for the traditional handicrafts and also the mountains of the Malaga are known for producing various food items like wine, cheese, oils and meat. Proper transport may not be available in these villages so, through car hire, these villages can be easily visited.

One of the major trade fairs that are held in Spain every year in the month of August is the “Malaga Fair.” This year the fair will start on 13th of August and will go on till 22nd of August. The event is all about the music and dance.

The fair, which is expecting to attract more than 6 million people, will begin at the beaches of the Malagueta with an opening ceremony speech given by Javier Ojeda, a local singer and will be followed by the traditional firework display.

Several musical concerts and Flamenco performances will be held and even the traditional activities like horse exhibits can be seen. Besides the traditional musical concerts, rock and pop concerts are also included and the performance of Miguel Bose is expecting to attract nearly 50,000 people. The bull fights are also greatly anticipated by the visitors.

Meanwhile the lighting of the Paseo del Parque is lit from where the main grounds of the fair are arranged and will stay light all through the whole fair, giving the fair an enthralling flair.

There will be more than 240 casetas or stands arranged at the fair grounds and all are free of charge. Parking services with nearly 12,500 spaces will be provided in the fairground area and also 18 buses will run to transfer the visitors to the fairground from the center, costing 1.5 Euros. Car hire will also be a better option to choose to get to the place.

As a visiting tourist, you obviously won’t be coming with your vehicle on your vacation. But that does not mean that you loose all the excitement associated with driving tours. Driving around Malaga can be a lot of fun with family, friends and even for two lovebirds looking for some private rides.

There are a whole lot of things to discover on the drive stretches running all of several miles. Rentals are even available at the beginning of this picturesque stretch and can be availed daily. In the journey you get to enjoy the mountainous roadsides and the picturesque valleys down.. Do stop for dinner breaks and there are excellent eateries along the road. Prior to your renting do accessorize your car with a GPS system so that you don’t have problems locating anything. It does come with an extra cost.

Take proper care to save money for the food, lodging, and gasoline as they will be the major proportion of your expenses. If you are hiring a vehicle from the major car rentals from the airport or online booking for the whole of your trip, you fuel cost may be taken care of. However bring money to buy the entry passes, attraction tickets, entertainments, souvenirs and of course unexpected emergencies. Free maps and brochures are available at many outlets along the airport, city and the major joints. If you are doing your road trip during the summers, make sure you have prior planning. This is the time when the roads remain very busy and bookings are tuff to make.

Malaga car rentals provide many varieties in economy cars, luxury cars and convertibles. The best location to hire the car for your Miami stay is from the airport, moment after you land in the city. Online options too are available and you may even get certain discounts and coupons with some deals.

Hiring a car for as long as you stay will be cheaper than going for the public transport facilities. Plus, the harassment and waiting associated with the public transport gets cut off. Thus in all ways it would be wise to hire a car when you are vacationing in Malaga.

While booking online you need to specify the date and time of your requirement and the vehicle will be at your helm the moment you come out from the airport. You can choose your preferred type of car, the deals, the accessories that you need and the age of the driver too! There are around 400 car rental companies waiting to resister your name among which National Car hire, Budget, Sixt car rental, Thrifty, Alamo, Holiday Auto rental and Avis Rentals are a few best.

The rental costs include the insurances, accident coverage and other waivers and you also need not worry about the odometer. Drive as long as you can without caring for the fuel you need to spend in. you actually don’t have to do that as the deals include all the fuel cost that will be incurred during your stay. The number of days that you plan to hire the vehicle for will be the determining factor for your total rental cost. But be sure that once you have got a car for yourself or your family, a lot of your inconveniences are reduced.

When on a vacation you need to worry about how much entertainment that you can expose yourself to and not worry about silly things like transportation.

Are you making plans to tour around Malaga? If so, then here we are to provide you with the general but necessary information about the climatic conditions of the city that indeed prove helpful to you to visit the place at the right and the best suitable time.

Generally as the port city is bordered by two rivers, it experiences pleasing climatic environment all year round. It consists of a stable weather that benefits you along with other thousands of tourists to visit this place as it has nearly 300 bright sunny days that covers most part of the year.

The mountains in the region keep away the winds and that result in the hot and dry summers. Because of the low humidity, the heat will be comfortable and it is also a time of the tourist season. The temperature in summer is average and ranges between 18 and 29^oC. It is advisable for those who are in plan to visit the place during summer months to pack most of the clothes that keeps you cool. It is a favorable time that makes you to indulge in activities like skiing, boating and fishing.

The coolest months in Malaga are obviously the winters with mild climatic conditions with light showers sometimes. The mountains in the area buffer the cold winds from the north that resulting in the mild temperatures. The average maximum temperature during this time is 22.8^o C and the minimum is 13^o C. You are recommended to bring woolens and jackets adding to that a pair of slippers to keep your feet warm.

Average rainfall of around 2^1/2 inches can be seen during the spring season. Autumn is also the perfect time to visit the place with an enjoyable warm climate and the average temperatures fall between 19 and 27^o C along with a very slight rainfall.

Finally, choose for a car hire and explore the place in the best favorable time and make your tour memorable.

(joie de vivre: a feeling of great happiness and enjoyment of life)

Malaga is an exuberant and port city in Spain. At the same time, it is the birthplace of one of the greatest artists Pablo Picasso.

It is also a city with two faces. When the night falls, Malaga turns to have a different outlook. The nightlife here is thriving and terrific ranging from traditional gypsy flamenco performances to modern nightclubs. If you prefer something aloud and lots of people, visit bars and go to disco to move your body and release your energy; by contrast, if you would like to stay in a comfortable and quiet environment to chat with your friends and new acquaintances, here are the hospitable back street tapas bars waiting for you.

When come to Malaga of Spain, food is something you should never miss. There are countless fancy restaurants you can try, but of course the price is going to be impressive. So why not join the local people to head to the taverns to find some food which is quite Spanish and much less expensive.

Here’s some great places to try:

• Rincón de Mata, No. 8 Esparteros – tucked away in a corner, tapas here are incredibly cheap. They include habas con jamon (broad beans with ham), gambas al pil-pil (spicy fresh prawns) and caracoles (snails).
• Urbano – It’s a few minutes away from the bigger streets, but it’s it definitely worth it as they have more than 100 different shots, ranging from very complicated mixed shots with whipped cream to a simple shot of Tequila. If you go here, try the Bombastic.
• Mooncity – Reding, 6  Live flamenco shows are its top draw. Mooncity has a relaxed and friendly ambiance in which to enjoy these live shows.

Nightlife here usually started from 11 pm, so in order to explore more, it will be more convenient if you hire a car. Car hiring companies in Malaga: CarHire3000, MyCarHire, AutoEurope, Opodo, Expedia, Arguscarhire, carhiremarket, CarDelMar, Ebookers.

Oscar Wilde had this to say about fine dining “I have very simple tastes. I am satisfied with the best.”  If every traveler to Malaga has the same eclectic simple taste, then he is right at home.  Apart form the marvelous sights and feel of the sun on your body at the Costa Del Sol beaches, Malaga is home to some of the finest restaurants in the country officering both local culinary marvels and sumptuous international and Mediterranean feasts.

With anywhere from €35 to €60 per person, you can have a filling dinner at Malaga. Be sure to get a chauffeured car hire or limo when visiting any of the city’s fine watering holes.  Firstly, it’s never really a pleasant experience driving with a full stomach after a sumptuous dining experience as you tend to fall asleep on the wheel.  Then if you couldn’t help enjoy a binge in any of its adjacent bars and pubs, driving under the influence of alcohol is a punishable offense under Spanish law and the police enforcers are quite unforgiving in this regard.

• Restaurante Mariano along Plaza del Carbon is one of the finest restaurants in the city with a separate smoking and non-smoking sections.  A bit on the expensive side, the culinary experience is well worth it.
• The Adolfo restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine under a elegant ambiance with masterful paintings around you.  If you want a quiet night out with your family or business colleagues, this is the place to be.  It Carillera and Calamares dishes are just fantastic.
• Restaurante Café de Paris along C/ Velez is regarded as another of the best restaurants in the city serving local cuisine with creative Parisian influences and is run by the same family that owns the café for decades.
• Restaurante Montana is located right across the history Church of La Victoria in a rustic but large Spanish townhouse with an expansive patio and lush gardens and is a great option for those wanting to hold wedding bequest or special get-togethers with fine food on the side.
• Parador de Malaga Gibralfaro is a government owned restaurant with a majestic view overlooking Malaga.  It’s a very popular watering hole as it has one of the best value Spanish cuisines at around €21.  You will need a reservation to get in.
• The El Chinitas along Moreno Monroy is another moderately priced restaurant that offer some of the best traditional Spanish cuisine. GP