by Justin | Mar 5, 2020 | Holiday Tips
Whenever I speak to guests who are thinking of travelling to Benalmadena (and to Sunset Beach Club, of course) one of the first questions I get asked is “What’s the weather like in Benalmadena?” It’s to be expected, after all, most visitors are coming to the Costa del Sol to enjoy the sun!
So, I thought I’d write a quick blog post about the weather in Benalmádena; average temperatures, what to expect at different times of the year, and how to keep up to date with local weather forecasts. (more…)
by Justin | Feb 26, 2020 | Things To Do
Next week Benalmadena will host the 2nd Half Marathon and 5th Coast Run organised by Holiday World Resort and the Benalmadena Town Hall. All funds raised during both events will go to the Proyecto Hombre foundation in Málaga.
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by Justin | Feb 12, 2020 | Holiday Tips, Things To Do
UPDATE: After a long 4-month delay due to problems with the road access to the shopping centre, Designer Outlet Malaga will finally open to the public in Thursday 13th February 2020.
Shopaholics will be delighted to know that McArthurGlen will be opening Designer Outlet Málaga on the 13th February 2020, the first shopping destination of its kind in Spain.
The 17,750 metre squared shopping centre will be located next to the famous Plaza Mayor Shopping centre next to Málaga airport and a short 20-minute drive from Sunset Beach Club. (more…)
by Justin | Jan 13, 2020 | Things To Do
From January 17 to April 19, 2020, art lovers visiting Malaga can enjoy the immersive art exhibition ‘El Oro de Klimt’. You can dive into the colourful world of Gustav Klimt through this unique and novel experience that will allow you to see, hear and even smell the Austrian painter’s art.
After the success of the ‘Van Gogh Alive’ exhibition in 2019, Nomad Art returns to the Coast’s capital bringing the best art with this impressive proposal that promises to bring the Klimt universe closer to all ages, especially youngsters, using a language they understand: Technology and multimedia. (more…)
by Justin | Dec 26, 2019 | Holiday Tips, Things To Do
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 16th 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. (more…)
by Justin | Aug 6, 2019 | Travel Tips
Did you know that mussel production on the Costa del Sol is an industry with an annual growth of 122%?
The excellent quality of our waters and the nutrients they contain make it possible to produce high quality mussels. Since last summer a local company aims to give away the secrets to mussel production through tourist visits, a very interesting activity for tourists who wish to learn about the fishing culture of Malaga and its contribution to the economies of local families.
You can visit the mussel farming facility located in front of the Castillo de Santa Clara to learn how these molluscs are grown and the method of collection used in this area. (more…)