Archive | Things To Do

A Summer of Culture in Benalmadena

By Justin on July 4, 2018 in Things To Do 0

Culture in the streets of Benalmadena During the months of July and August, Benalmadena town hall has organized a special programme called “Cultura en la Calle” (Culture in the streets), an impressive selection of free cultural shows in different locations around the municipality (Benalmadena Pueblo, Arroyo de la Miel and Benalmadena Costa): Plaza de Austria, Jardines del Muro, Plaza de la Tribuna, Plaza de las Flores, Los Nadales Fairground, Paloma Park and the area in front of Bil-Bil Castle (just a few minutes walk from Sunset Beach Club). Continue Reading →

Paintball in Málaga: An Action-Packed Afternoon at Paintball Mountain

By Justin on June 28, 2018 in Things To Do 0

Paintball Mountain Are you looking for somewhere to play Paintball in Málaga?

Our colleague from the Sunset Beach Club Marketing Department, Tommy, recently visited Paintball Mountain with friends. Below is his first-hand description of this experience at this fun paintball park.

Over to you Tommy…

The day had arrived. It was Saturday afternoon and we had decided to spend the day at Paintball Mountain to celebrate my friend’s birthday. It was the first time for almost all of us so there were a few nervous faces. Continue Reading →

Corpus Christi Celebrations in Benalmádena

By Justin on June 1, 2018 in Things To Do 0

This Sunday 3rd June, 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.

Continue Reading →

‘Food Truck Experience’ in Benalmadena Marina: A Foodie’s Paradise!

By Justin on April 4, 2018 in Eating & Drinking, Things To Do 0

Benalmádena Marina is getting ready to host a very special gastronomic event… the Food Truck Experience. It’s that second time this unique culinary experience – which is having great success in other towns and cities – is celebrated here.

Foodtruck Experience Benalmadena Continue Reading →

What to do in Benalmadena When it Rains: 11 Fun Ideas

By Justin on March 9, 2018 in Holiday Tips, Things To Do 0

What to do in Benalmadena when it rains Although we enjoy approximately 320 days of sunshine a year here in Benalmadena, there are those odd days when the heavens open and you have to make use of the dreaded umbrella!

On these rare rainy days, we often get guests asking for tips and ideas on what to do on a wet day. Thankfully Benalmadena is not all about sun, sea and beaches; there are plenty of interesting places to visit and things to do…Here’s a list of 11 ideas to keep you busy in Benalmadena (and the surrounding area) when it rains.

#1: Visit the Marina

Jump on the bus (nº110 or 120) or grab a taxi (Both stop just outside the hotel) and head down to the Marina. You’ll find lots of great restaurants to enjoy a lovely lunch and can also visit the popular Sea Life Aquarium with its fascinating range of sea creatures including sharks, stingrays and a giant Pacific octopus. A must if you have kids! Continue Reading →

Malaga Pass: The Easy (and Economical) Way to Explore Málaga City Centre

By Justin on February 26, 2018 in Holiday Tips, Things To Do 0

Examples of the 24hr and 48hr cards.

Making your way around all the museums, galleries and other “must see” tourist attractions which the Costa del Sol’s capital has to offer can get rather expensive. But don’t worry. Malaga town hall has recently re-launched its ‘Malaga Pass Card’ which helps tourists gain access to the cities best attractions and monuments.

We’re going to tell you all about this nifty little card called a ‘Malaga Pass’ which will come in handy if you’re planning on visiting many of the city’s museums and attractions.
Continue Reading →

10 Adrenaline-Pumping Activities to Try Next Time You Visit the Costa del Sol

By Justin on February 23, 2018 in Holiday Tips, Things To Do 0

Adrenaline-Pumping Activities to try on the Costa del Sol Are you looking for something more adventurous to do next time you visit the Costa del Sol?

A visit to this beautiful part of Spain doesn’t mean you have to make do with sun, sea and sangria. If you’re a bit of an adrenaline junkie, you’re going to love this list of 10 exciting activities to try next time you are here.

If you’re travelling with kids, you might want to take a look at our monster blog post featuring 50 fun things to do with kids on the Costa del Sol, we guarantee you won’t have any kids complaining of boredom with this list under your belt! 😊 Continue Reading →

Things to do in Malaga in Winter: Visit these Fantastic Art Exhibitions

By Justin on December 29, 2017 in Things To Do 2

Art and Culture in Malaga Málaga city is quickly becoming one of the top cultural destinations in Europe. The impressive selection of museums coupled with the splendid weather enjoyed year-round make it a perfect choice for a cultural winter getaway.

Many of the city’s top museums offer unique temporary exhibitions to add to their already stunning permanent collections. Continue Reading →

Activities for Kids This Christmas in Málaga: The MIMA Children’s Fair

By Justin on December 18, 2017 in Holiday Tips, Things To Do 0

MIMA Malaga Christmas Fair for Kids
If you’re spending the Christmas Holidays on the Costa del Sol and have kids, you’re probably looking for ideas of things to do to keep them busy…

Well, a visit to Malaga’s MIMA Children’s fair is a great option for a fun day out for all the family. This fabulous event is now entering its 14^th year and was originally conceived to provide a large, fun and educational space where kids and parents could enjoy a wide selection of activities and attractions over the Christmas holidays. Continue Reading →

12 Interesting Things to do in Benalmadena at Christmas Time

By Justin on December 11, 2017 in Holiday Tips, Things To Do 0

Although 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 out 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 Coast this Christmas I’m sure you’ll find something of interest on the list. Here goes… Continue Reading →

Older posts