1st Costa del Sol Boat Show to be Held in Benalmadena

Costa del Sol Boat Show in Benalmadena

Do you love boats and all things related to the sea? Can’t think of a better way to spend your day than sipping a cool drink whilst sitting on the deck of a luxurious yacht? Are you thinking of splashing out on a new yacht? If you answered YES to any of the above questions then you’ll be happy to hear the Benalmadena will host the 1st Costa del Sol Boat Show from the 27th April to the 1st May 2012 🙂 (more…)

Malaga Gets Her Very Own Jurassic Park

Dinopetrea MalagaThe Trade and Exhibitions Hall (Palacio de Ferias y Congresos) will host a fantastic Dinosaur Exhibition from the 28th April to the 24th June 2012.

After successfully touring various Spanish cities, this unique exhibition – named ‘Dinopétrea’ – arrives in Málaga for the first time and is sure to be a favourite attraction which will allow children and families to discover the amazing world of the dinosaurs.

Although presented as a scientific exhibition, ‘Dinopétrea’ promises to be a fun and educational experience for all who visit. You’ll be able to see large skeletons and fossils from all over the planet as well as take part in numerous activities which will allow, both adults and children, to travel back millions of years to a time where the infamous T-Rex was the greatest predator on the face of the earth! (more…)

Barbershop Singers Convention Comes to Benalmádena

Barbershop Singers Convention in Benalmadena

Southern Sound from Fuengirola

Don’t be surprised if you are walking down the street in Benalmadena next weekend – from the 22nd to 25th March 2012 – and come across groups of singers performing a cappella! You’ll have witnessed barbershop singers and enthusiasts showing off their harmony singing talents.

Benalmadena will welcome approximately 600 barbershop singers for the  4th annual convention of the Spanish Association of Barbershop Singers (SABS). Delegates will be flying in from the Americas, the UK and from all over Europe.

Barbershop singing originated in the United States in the early 1900’s and has since gained worldwide popularity with thousands of singers practising and promoting this unique art form of four-part a cappella singing. (more…)

Benalmadena Gets Ready to Celebrate St Patrick’s Day 2012

St Patricks Day at Sunset Beach Club

St Patrick's Day Decorations at the Panorama Bar

St. Patrick’s day is just around the corner and Benalmadena is gearing itself up for a great day of celebrations!

The Irish Association of Spain has organised a fantastic day to commemorate this popular festivity. It’s important to note that this year, the traditional mass has been changed to the Virgen del Carmen church in Benalmádena and will begin at 1pm.

After mass, the traditional parade will head down to the Feria ground behind Paloma Park for an afternoon of singing, dancing, drinking and all-round fun! From 2:15pm to 5:30pm you’ll be treated to a whole host of acts including Irish musicians and dance groups brought over from Ireland especially for the occasion (more…)

The Andalucia Open 2012 Comes Back to Aloha Golf

Andalucia Open 2012

Last Year's Winner, Paul Lawrie

The Andalucia Open 2012 – a European PGA Tour event – will be heading back to Aloha Golf, one of the Costa del Sol’s most long established and prestigious golf courses. From the 15th to 18th March, a strong field with some of the European Tour’s top golfers will compete for the €1 million prize pot!

For the last few years, this popular tournament – organized by local golfing hero, Miguel Angel Jiménez – has been played at the Parador del Golf in Malaga. Last year’s winner was former Open champion Paul Lawrie who will be coming back this year to defend his title at Aloha Golf. (more…)