To learn that Spain’s ‘Sunshine Coast’ is a colossal tourist magnet shouldn’t really come as too big of a surprise. The West of the Costa Del Sol differs from the rest of the region by way of exclusivity and its high level of appeal to wealthier vacationers. Admittedly Torremolinos remains more closely associated with bargain-basement package holidays, but head into Marbella and it’s more a case of taking a long, hard look at how the other half lives. Such diversity brings equally diverse investment opportunities, ranging from cheap holiday studios around Fuengirola to multi-million dollar villas and mansions scattered all over Marbella. The year-round climate also makes the area as a whole a great choice for non-seasonal investments.