too commercial for my liking (Costa del Sol)

Member Name: wednesday_addams

Product:	Costa del Sol
Date:	21/10/00 (114 review reads)
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Advantages: good weather, lots to do, everyone speaks english

Disadvantages: too many tourists, too busy in the summer

I think I know almost every possible thing there is to know about the Costa Del Sol. And so I should, I've been there ooh... a good 10 or 11 times.

I dislike this place. Yes, it could quite possibly be down to the fact that I've been everywhere there is to go and seen everything there is to see, but I thinks theres more than just the lack of excitement that gives me a negative opinion.

There is a lot to do. There are theme parks, donkey rides, bars, shops, castles and a stupidly large number or beaches. You can do almost anything you want, and theres something for all age groups.

However, the one thing it lacks is in my opinion, the most essential factor in a holiday abroad. The lack of Spanish people and 'real' Spain is really noticeable. Everyone will automatically speak English to you unless you look very Spanish. (I do look Spanish, but don't speak it. And feel very stupid when I mumble something about my lack of knowledge of the language)

I feel that this completely destroys the point behind going to Spain. You could just as easily be anywhere else, surrounded by English tourists. During the busy season it's impossible to go anywhere, simply because anywhere of interest is packed full.

If you want to lie on a beach and not have to worry about speaking the language, then this place is perfect for you. It's warm and sunny, and everything you could want is there at your feet.

However, if you're more interested in gaining new experiences and seeing new countries, look elsewhere.

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