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Estepona, Spain |
| Costa Natura
is a beachfront nudist condominium complex with over 100 units that face the
Mediterranean, close to Gibraltar, in the Costa del Sol region of southern
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 Costa Natura is a beachfront nudist
condominium complex with over 100 units that face the Mediterranean, close to
Gibralter, in the Costa del Sol region of southern Spain. The resort is
beautifully laid out on a slight hill overlooking the beach below. Apartment
condominiums range in size from studios for two people to complete suites that
can sleep 6 or more. Most have a full kitchen, bath and many have patios
overlooking the Mediterranean.
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U.S. Citizens: Passports are
required for international air travel to all destinations outside the
USA.
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Natura is just south of the town of Estepona, which is near Malaga, Spain.
Gibralter is very close, a little over 28 kilometers to the west and south. On
a clear day, you can see not only Gibralter but Morocco across the water.
 You have many options to reach the
resort. If you're already on the Continent, you can drive or fly into Malaga
and motor down the coast to Estepona, a couple of hours away. Or, you can fly
directly into Gibralter from London. The closest airport is Gibralter. Be
advised, you typically must fly there via London, since Spain and Gibralter
don't like to recognize each other politically; therefore, Spain has no
scheduled airline that services Gibralter. The closest Spanish modern airport
is at Malaga.
By all means, rent a car while you're there and tour the
area. The place is beautiful--certain parts remind us of some of the Greek
islands like Rhodes or Crete.
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Costa Natura is completely nude throughout the property
including the condominiums, restaurants, bar, pool area and grounds. There is a
small market on site that carries groceries, wine, staples and limited
hardware. Near the resort in Estepona, there are many fine supermarkets and
stores for your purchases.
 With a
kitchen in many units, it's easy to save money by preparing your own meals and
dining outside in the nude---really fine living! The front desk can keep
valuables and provides money exchange, telephone and FAX services for a fee.
Washing machines and dryers are also on site.
The dining area also has
a little music and light entertainment in the evenings.
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 In addition to preparing your own
food, you can choose to eat at the resort's restaurant ala carte or purchase a
meal plan. There is also a snack shop and bar available for drinks. Ala carte
restaurant meals can be somewhat pricey ($15-$20 USD/person), but a meal plan
is somewhat better if you stay at the resort all the time, don't like to cook
and don't leave the resort, which you should!
Food prices at the
markets are similar to the states, although exchange rates affect your final
bill. There are some great restaurants in town, which is our favorite choice
for evening dining. Meal costs in town are similar to the states as well.
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Depending upon the season and size of the rental unit,
rates can vary from $75-$150/night/unit. The units are spartan in decorations
but, with the natural beauty of the area, you never seem to notice.
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You'll meet everyone here from Spain, Europe and all over
the world from babies to retired folks. Most guests are from Europe, speak some
English, but usually prefer to use their native language. You will find
primarily Spanish, Italian, French, German, English and Dutch citizens. A few
Americans and Canadians plus eastern Europeans round out the guest
list.
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 The place is full of energy during
the day and somewhat quieter during the day. There can be lots of kids around
the pool area during the day. Yoga, volleyball and other grass-based games are
plentiful. Volleyball is always fun with guests from all over the world trying
to keep score in their language. Most times, you keep score in English.
 Daily life revolves around the pool
area, the volleyball court and the Mediterranean beach. The water can be
downright cold and at times, it can be polluted so be sure to check with the
resort before you enter. Since it's a free beach, you will get your share of
gawkers that may walk by.
The water is fine to drink. Take converters
for electricity--you may encounter all kinds of power sources.
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Fabulous places to see are all close by. Estepona, Malaga,
Puerto Banus (largest yacht basin in Spain), Touremollinos and Gibralter are
all within an hour or two drive for shopping, dining and nightlife.
We
even took a day trip by car to Seville to see the World Expo sight and where
Columbus set sail for America. Make SURE you know the way to and from Seville,
the roads can sometimes be poorly marked. We got there and back by the grace of
God, but we didn't have to ask directions once!
Golf courses and tennis
are everywhere, one course virtually across the highway from the resort.
For you adventurers, you can take a ferry from the tip of Spain or from
Gibralter, over to Tangiers, which takes a few hours to cross. Longer than a
day trip so make sure you've got accommodations arranged in Morocco before you
make the crossing.
The further you travel south of Malaga toward
Gibralter, the less touristy it becomes. Estepona is about the last large town
on the main highway before you reach Gibralter.
Make sure you visit
Gibralter if you get that far---it's almost like a piece of England set down in
the middle of the Mediterranean. What fun to listen to them speak Spanish with
a British accent.
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Usually its quite warm, but sometimes the
Mediterranean can be cold, even during summertime. |
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This is a family resort as are most in Europe. |
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Spain is now a country that very much caters too, and
embraces tourists from all over the world. They like us... they really do! |
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Nudism or nude sunbathing is accepted pretty much all
along the Mediterranean coastline. No big deal there. |
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Summer, period!
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Add air conditioning. A/C would be welcome if there is no
breeze and it's hot outside. Overhead fans, table fans and hoping for wind are
the three ways to remain comfortable, besides being nude all of the time. There
is usually a sea breeze that floats in.
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You can arrive any day of the week so call CASTAWAYS TRAVEL
for your vacation. You can stay as long as you like.
Now that you
know, GO! Contact CASTAWAYS TRAVEL via our
quotes / reservations page or
800-470-2020 during the business day to book your trip. Thank you for visiting
our website. We appreciate your kind consideration. |
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