Leisure and Golf
Leisure and Golf guide for the Torremolinos and Malaga area. Malaga…an Off-Rig haven.Drilling school delegates spending time studying and sitting exams at Malaga Drilling School are spoiled for choice when it comes to after-study activities. All tastes and ages will be satisfied with the wealth of pursuits found in the Torremolinos locality and close by along the Costa del Sol.
The centre of Torremolinos offers all visitors to the drilling school a veritable shopper’s paradise and a chance to really escape rig mode. Calle San Miguel in the centre of the town just a minutes walk from Malaga Drilling School is a bustling pedestrian area with endless shops, restaurants, bars and souvenir booths. |
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For drilling delegates who don’t wish to travel too far from base, Torremolinos has 7km of promenade running along side its blue flag beaches, where water sports such as paragliding, windsurfing, water skiing, banana boats, pedal boats and diving can also be enjoyed. The seafront is dotted with “chiringuito” beach bars serving typical local dishes and fish cuisine. Medical and security posts along the beach provide peace of mind for rig workers with younger families. 
Night time entertainment after Rig School
Nightlife in Torremolinos is colourful and varied…. blow away the cobwebs during off-rig time with salsa at the Atrevete in La Carihuela, a party atmosphere at Pipers on Avenida de Palma De Majorca; one of Europe’s largest discos, techno beats at Voltage on Pasaje Emilio Esteban or a taste of Spain’s flamenco rhythms with the famous toe tapping show at Taberna Pepe Lopez.
Delegates based on offshore rigs might well enjoy being surrounded by water of a very different kind at Aquapark; about ten minutes walk north of Malaga Drilling School near the Palacio de Congresos, an extensive water park open May to September with more than 30 rides.
Torremolinos is backed by the Sierra de Mijas Mountains, providing explorers with fabulous panoramic views and breathtaking scenery.This area offers the perfect escape for any of our well drilling delegates with an adventurous spirit; there are many mountain and adventure sports on offer in the locality and visitors can try their hand at rock climbing, hiking, quad / jeep tours and horse riding.
Andalucian horsemanship is renowned all over the world and one of the best shows in Europe; a breathtaking equestrian ballet, is held weekly just outside Torremolinos at El Ranchito…an experience not to be missed by equestrian enthusiasts.
Go sightseeing after Drilling School classes…
For rig workers who would prefer to escape the metropolis and sample the true Mediterranean pace of life after a days studying at Malaga Drilling School, there are many typical white villages within easy driving distance of Torremolinos, where authentic Spanish culture and tradition are still very much alive.
Public transport is a reliable, stress free and economical means for rig school students to explore other towns along the Costa del Sol. The train station is just 2 minutes walk from Malaga Drilling School. Half-hourly trains run both ways to either Málaga or Fuengirola.
The main bus station in Torremolinos is one minutes walk away on Calle Hoyo and there are regular buses to most of the main coastal towns, including Malaga, Benalmádena, Fuengirola and Marbella.
Malaga city has an abundance of interesting places to visit:
- Archaeological Museum La Alcazaba, C/ Alcazabilla.
- Cathedral Museum, C/ Molina Lario s/n.
- Diocesal Museum, Plaza del Obispo, 1.
- Museum of Fine Arts, Palace de la Aduana C/ San Agustin, 6.
- Pablo Ruiz Picasso Public Foundation, Pl. de la Merced, 15..
- Aquarium of Malaga, C/Manuel Agustin Heredia 35.
Just 3km from Torremolinos is the seaside resort of Benalmadena, where you will find the Costa’s biggest theme park; Tivoli World…the perfect family venue for drilling delegates bringing families. Try out the dozens of rides, watch a concert or relax at one of the many themed restaurants while the kids run off some steam.
Sea Life, situated at the entrance of Benalmadena Port, is an excellent aquarium with many species on view and a fascinating “touch pool” education section
Why not try the Cable Car ride to the top of the mountain behind Benalmadena; offering an incredible view of the coastline and surrounds from the top as well as a fascinating display of birds of prey. On a clear day you will be able to see the snow capped Sierra Nevada, Gibraltar and the Rif mountains of Africa.
If Rig time gets you in a rut…why not escape to the greens for a putt…?
Well control training courses at Malaga Drilling School are usually run over 5 days. Many of the professionals studying at the school are also avid golfers and often extend their stay to a full week to enjoy the multitude of excellent golf courses in the area. Night time lighting is an increasingly common facility on golf courses here, so even if you can only stay the duration of the well control course, you will still be able to play some of the best courses in the world during the warm evenings.
- Benalmadena Golf, 9 hole. Golf school and night time illumination. Just a few minutes drive from Torremolinos.
- Golf Torrequebrada, 18 hole, highly popular semi tropical course.
- Parador Malaga Golf, opened by Spanish Royals in1925, suitable for all players. Just a few minutes drive from Torremolinos.
- El Candado, a challenging 9 holes, 5km west of Malaga
These are just 4 of the more than 50 golf courses the Costa Del sol has to offer.
