MÁLAGA
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Its Moorish past and modern flair make Málaga an alluring seaside destination along the Mediterranean. Málaga gets mistakenly overlooked by tourists flocking to hotspots like Seville and Granada, which allows Málaga to stay the best-kept secret on the Spanish coast.
Spanish Finca and Feast
Taste the warmth of homemade Spanish cuisine at a family farm. Head through Valle del Sol to select fresh ingredients with your host, then, help cook up traditional paella in a literal farm-to-table feast where all the food is prepared — and devoured — on-site.
The Alhambra Complex
Discover the beauty guarded within La Alhambra's famous reddish walls on a guided tour of the fortified palace complex built in the 13th century. A can't-miss spot in Granada, the Red Castle (as the Moors used to call it) located on top of the Al-Sabika hill is known as a love letter to Moorish culture and designated a World Heritage site by UNESCO. Explore the walled citadel that became a home for medieval royalty before having lunch at a restaurant that invokes some serious Alhambra vibes.
Flamenco Night in a Gypsy Cave
Visit Granada after dark in the Sacromonte district where Moorish caves have been transformed into homes, eateries, and event spaces where you’ll experience local culture come alive. In one such cave, you’re invited to witness the music, dancing and passion of a traditional flamenco performance along with a sensational Andalusian dinner.
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Famous locals
Pablo Picasso and Antonio Banderas were both born in Málaga.
Shore Excursions
Stray (far off) the course
A trip outside of the province of Málaga takes you to Granada for Exclusive Access to Alhambra, a mix between a fortress and palace with a blend of Moorish and Christian design.
DISCOVER MORE SHORE THINGSMálaga leaves you embracing the duality of life — medieval and modern, land and sea, Islamic and Christian. Long after you return home, you’ll reminisce about the warmth on Malagueta Beach, the panoramic views from Gibralfaro and the smell of fresh conchas finas in the Mercado de Atarazanas. A small dot on the map has become a hub of culture while still preserving its hidden gems and coastal pace of life. As Málaga continues to grow — with its up-and-coming Soho district and international influences — you’ll always know it as it once was: a quaint yet charming port on your Mediterranean journey and the routes of seafarers since 770 BCE.
***Please be aware that all Sailors may be required to show proof of vaccination (a photocopy is acceptable) in Málaga, and a photo ID may also be required to return to the ship. Sailors should also bring masks with them as they may be required in some establishments.