Corpus Christi Celebrations Flood the Streets of Benalmádena with Flower Petals

This Sunday 22nd June 2025, Benalmádena will celebrate Corpus Christi, a gorgeous festivity full of colour and amazing aromas thanks to a spectacular carpet of flowers laid on the streets by the villagers.


This beautiful festivity is celebrated in many Andalusian villages sixty days after Easter Sunday; however, Benalmadena Pueblo’s rendition is now regarded as one of the most beautiful in the province, attracting many visitors.

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A Fun Day at Aqualand, the Costa del Sol’s Largest Water Park

Some of the most popular attractions for tourists visiting the Costa del Sol during the hot summer months are the Water Parks. There are two located within easy driving distance from Sunset Beach Club; however, today we will feature the Coast’s biggest water park: Aqualand!

Located in Torremolinos, Aqualand provides a truly amazing day out for all the family. Our Community Manager recently re-visited the park with his family and some friends and the following is his review of a day at Aqualand. Over to you Justin…

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6 of Benalmadena’s Most Popular Walking and Hiking Routes [Guide]

Do you enjoy walking and hiking in the countryside? Although better known as a sun and beach holiday destination, Benalmadena also offers many entertaining activities during the quieter and cooler winter months. Two of those activities are walking and hiking.

Benalmadena boasts an impressive network of natural walking routes and trails from which you can experience unbelievable views of the Costa del Sol and beyond.

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Activities Calendar in Benalmádena Marina (February 2025)

Under the slogan ‘Rumbo al Puerto 2025’ (Heading to the Port 2025) the Town Hall’s Department of Commerce and the Port Authorities have prepared a very complete Activities Calendar in the Marina for this month of February.

The fun begins this weekend with the performance of ‘Rock Cirk’ on Saturday and Sunday (you can check the schedule in the poster below).  The show starring the Rolabola company, winner of the National Circus Award in 2017, will combine circus performances with rock music: fun for the whole family!

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12 Interesting Things to do in Benalmadena at Christmas Time

Things to do in Benalmadena over ChristmasAlthough not the high season here in Benalmadena, Christmas time offers lots of interesting things to keep the whole family entertained.

Our guests often ask us for recommendations on things to do at this time of year so we’ve decided to put together this list which includes activities and specific places you can visit during the holidays. Although the title of this post specifically states Benalmadena, you’ll find that our list wanders a little further down the Coast; that being said, all of these places are well connected by public transport.

If you’re planning on visiting the Costa del Sol this Christmas I’m sure you’ll find something of interest on the list. Here goes… (more…)

Benalmadena’s International Christmas Festival in Arroyo de la Miel

With just a couple of weeks to go until Christmas, Benalmádena is getting into the Christmas spirit by celebrating the 15th edition of the International Christmas Festival.

International Christmas Festival - Benalmadena

On the 13th, 14th and 15th of December, you can visit Plaza Mezquita (it was Plaza Adolfo Suarez last year but they’ve changed it back to its original location again this year) from 13:00h to midnight (until 21:00h on Sunday 15th December) and enjoy the festive customs, musical shows, exquisite gastronomy and typical products and crafts from all the participating countries.

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