With just a couple of weeks to go until the start of its famous ‘Semana Santa’ (Holy Week) – From 13th April to 20th March 2025 – the city of Malaga is gearing itself up to welcome thousands of visitors who every year line its streets to watch the breathtaking processions.
It’s a unique spectacle that all visitors to the Costa del Sol should experience at least once. The sight of the gigantic thrones (known as Tronos) being carried by over 200 men and the colourful costumes worn by members of the brotherhoods, the smell of fresh flowers and burning incense, the sound of music and crowds cheering and singing… truly memorable! (more…)
If you’re planning a holiday to the Costa del Sol for Easter this year (Holy week is from the 13th April until the 20th April), we highly recommend you take at least a day to explore the wonders of this fantastic festivity; you won’t regret it.
The ‘Semana Santa de Málaga’ (Malaga Holy Week) is famous for its impressive processions in which the ‘cofradías’ (brotherhoods) proudly parade their ‘Tronos’ (Thrones) through the streets of the city as the expectant crowds cheer, sing and applaud to the sound of the unmistakable music played by the marching bands. (more…)
Are you a fan of adventure and unique nature experiences?
If you are, we have a great suggestion for your next day trip: Visit Spain’s largest hedge maze, Laberintus Park. Located in Humilladero, it’s just 22km north of Antequera and approximately one hour’s drive from Benalmádena.
LAST MINUTE UPDATE: The parade in the centre of town has been cancelled due to adverse weather conditions. (The party still continues here at Sunset Beach Club)
St Patrick’s Day is a popular celebration in Benalmadena. Every year, over 1000 people (Irish locals, visitors and pretty much anyone looking to have a good craic) join in the parade in the centre of town and the amazing party taking place afterwards!
It’s no secret that Sunset Beach Club is an Irish-owned hotel, and that the 17th March is an important day in our calendar. Every year, we prepare our “Sunset Style” celebrations which include consuming copious amounts of Guinness at the Panorama Bar and a fantastic “Irish Themed” buffet dinner for all our guests in our newly refurbished Oasis Restaurant!
This year’s celebrations in nearby Arroyo de la Miel have now been confirmed. Weather permitting, you’ll all be able to enjoy a fun day out on the 17th March! There will be live music and shows all day in Plaza de la Mezquita (see below for programme and times).
Rules for travelling to most European countries have changed.
From 2025 (Probably the second half of the year), travellers from more than 60 visa-exempt countries (see image below to see if your country is included) will need to have a special travel authorisation, a valid ETIAS, (European Travel Information & Authorisation System) to enter 30 European countries for a short stay.
Carnival Season is well underway and most towns and cities on the Costa del Sol (Including Benalmadena) are submersed in fun programs to celebrate this colourful festivity.
Poster for the 2024 Malaga Carnival
Although the Carnival is celebrated all over Andalucia—the Cadiz Carnival is probably the most famous—for this article, we’ll focus on the Málaga Carnival. Only 25 minutes from our hotel and easily accessible, it’s a ‘must visit’ if you’re planning a trip to the Costa del Sol in February.
We’re lucky enough to enjoy mild winters. This luxury allows the city of Málaga to live one of its most colourful, multicultural and spontaneous festivities of the year: The Carnival.
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