Situated in the Andalusian region of Southern Spain, Malaga is one of the most popular cities on the Costa del Sol. Unlike some of the other tourist resorts of the Mediterranean Malaga has a large population of around 800,000 not all of whom are directly involved in the tourism industry. Malaga is flanked by the tall Adaquin Mountain, and lies at their southern base. The city all sits at the axiom of two rivers, the Guadalmedina and the Guadalhorce that flows into the Mediterranean to the West of the city.

Malaga is renowned for its mild climate and friendly and affable population. There is a very strong atmosphere of traditional Spain in the air of the city, where many of the inhabitants of the city and its surrounding area are heavily involved in agriculture and other light industries. Most evenings the streets of Malaga are alive with the sounds of typical Spanish culture and history. The tasty and deceptively strong local sweet wines flow, tapas, is on every table and the sounds and the sights of live flamenco shows filling the town. especially around the Palacia de Feria.

The World renowned painter Pablo Picasso was born and raised in the city and his works are on display in a museum. The museum, containing drawings and material relating to the artist's life and work, is based around the house where he was born in 1895. Renting a car can be an economical way to travel around Malaga and the greater region. There are several pick up areas around the city with discounts on offer for rentals of three days and over. Car Hire in Malaga usually comes as a ‘fully inclusive’ package which includes unlimited mileage, collision damage waiver, passenger indemnity insurance and cover for third party, fire and theft - but not usually insurance excess.

To rent a car anywhere in Spain, you must show a full driver's licence and a credit card in the driver’s name. Cars are usually rented to customers between the ages of 21 to 70 years. Hiring a car is a great idea if you want to use Malaga as your base for a three day minimum travel experience around the greater region.