Urlaub Estepona, Costa del Sol, Spain.

As one would expect of a fishing port, Estepona has strong ties with the sea. A central fiesta is the Virgin del Carmen, celebrated on July 16th, where the statue of the Virgin Mary is taken from the local church, through the crowded streets, and out to sea by the fishermen to bless them, the sea and their livelihood.

A dazzling array of restaurants offering cuisine from the world over rub shoulders with the “bodegas” and “tapas” bars which are so popular with visitors. But if Estepona is known for anything it would be for the excellent fried fish which is a staple of the town. Caught in the early morning and brought to the table later the same day it is served with pride by the local restaurants.