Those who enjoy horse spectaculars will love MiniJerez - a mounted horse show held on Wednesdays at El Ranchito, near Torremolinos. Cable Ski Marbella offers any swimmer 10 years old and above the chance to learn in calm waters pulled by overhead cable on an 800-metre circuit. For further details see your JMC representative - or contact the tourist information office. Well it's right on its doorstep, with the Sierra Nevada ski resort of Solynieve just 31km from Granada. As a result of its high altitude you can ski there as late as May. for the kids From shimmering hotel pools and the sizzling beach, to waterparks and other manmade attractions, the Costa del Sol has just about everything you need to keep the kids well and truly happy.
Many hotels also operate fun kids' programmes.
For a full list of options, contact the local tourist office. Top waterparks include the Aquapark in Torremolinos and the Aquopolis where the largest water-slide in Europe and a special area for tiny tots make for splashing fun for all the family. When it comes to amusement parks, Tivoli World takes some beating. Choose from old favourites including the Waltzers, the Big Wheel, the Ghost Train and the Dodgems - or sample traditional flamenco, Western or a circus show. Oodles of family fun.