by Justin | Dec 11, 2012 | On the Costa del Sol, What's On
Next Sunday the 16th December 2012, Arroyo de la Miel will celebrate its 30th ‘Carrera Urbana del Pavo’ (literally translated as The Urban Turkey Race!). This fun event was started 30 years ago as a way to foment running amongst the Benalmadena population, allowing both visitors and locals the opportunity to discover the pleasures of running.
The ‘Carrera del Pavo’ is a massively popular event – last year there were 1900 participants – and attracts runners of all ages; this year there will be 22 different categories, 11 for men and another 11 for women. The organisers will also be handing out lots of prizes including one for each of the first 5 participants (in each category) to cross the finish line.
The race consists of a 4.5 km urban run through the streets of Arroyo de la Miel. Starting off at the ‘Polideportivo Arroyo de la Miel’ at 11am participants will make their way through this urban race course and head for the finish line at the feria ground next to Paloma Park. Everyone is welcome to enter; however, entries must be received by the 14th December due to the use of a new computer system this year which will read bar codes on each participant as they cross the finish line.
We must admit that we were curious as to why they called it the ‘Turkey Race’… apparently, when this traditional race was first held 30 years ago, it involved running after a live turkey and the winner got to take it home! Nowadays the winners still get a turkey as a prize… just that now, its frozen! 🙂
From Sunset Beach Club we’d like to wish all the participants the best of luck!
by Justin | Dec 4, 2012 | On the Costa del Sol, What's On
Delicious looking food at the Colombian Stand last year...
Christmas is just around the corner and Benalmadena is getting ready for a festive season full of activities for all the family. The fun starts this coming weekend (8th December) with the fabulous Festival of Christmas Traditions.
Located in the Plaza dela Mezquitathe Festival starts at 12 noon and goes on until 8 pm. You’ll find stalls representing 16 countries and offering typical Christmas products, entertainment and lots more surprises! (more…)
by Justin | Nov 29, 2012 | On the Costa del Sol, What's On
The stage of the famous Cervantes Theatre in Málaga will be transformed into an ice skating rink in December as it welcomes a spectacular and unique show: The Nutcracker on Ice.
The show is produced and performed by the award-winning Imperial Ice Stars under the artistic direction of Tony Mercer, one of the world’s leading creators of contemporary theatre on ice. Inspired by A.Dumas’ adaptation of E.T.A Hoffman’s famous story ‘The Nutcracker and the King of Mice’ and featuring the enchanting music of Tchaikovsky, the show is sure to be a big hit! (more…)
by Justin | Nov 5, 2012 | On the Costa del Sol, What's On
Emtech Spain 2012 will take place on the 22nd and 23rd November 2012. For the second year running, the ‘Palacio de Ferias y Congresos’ in Málaga will host this event which is regarded as one of the most important in the world in the field of emergent technologies.
Organised by Massachussets Institute of Technology’s (MIT) Technology Review magazine, Emtech Spain comes back to Málaga after the success of last year’s event. Scientists, technologists, businessmen and entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to learn things that will undoubtedly change their vision of the near future.
Various national and international experts will be presenting at Emtech Spain and will offer interesting talks and discussion forums on topics such as… (more…)
by Justin | Nov 1, 2012 | At Sunset, Hotel News, What's On
I can’t believe we’re less than two months away from Christmas! As they say, time flies when you are having fun :-). We get lots of guests who like to come away and spend Christmas in the sun with us, that’s why every year we prepare a fantastic programme to keep all the family entertained!
The highlights of the festive programme at Sunset Beach Club are the Christmas Day visit from Santa Claus, traditional Christmas Day Lunch and the New Year’s Gala Dinner. Here are the highlights of the Programme: (more…)
by Justin | Oct 29, 2012 | On the Costa del Sol, What's On
Are you a fan of WWE Wrestling? How about your kids? If you answered yes to either of these questions then you are in for a real treat!
On Friday 9th November 2012, WWE and its Smackdown World Tour will be visiting Malaga for an unbelievable night of wrestling entertainment. It’s not often that these stars of the WWE visit Spain let alone Malaga so this is a unique opportunity to see all tour favourite wrestling stars live and in the flesh.
This Smackdown World Tour event will feature some great bouts including:
- A Triple Threat Match for the World Heavyweight Championship: Sheamus vs. Alberto Del Rio vs. Big Show
- A Fan’s Choice Match featuring Randy Orton vs. Dolph Ziggler
Apart from these epic encounters, fans will be treated to lots more entertainment with their favourite wrestlers including: Rey Mysterio, The Miz, Kofi Kingston, R-Truth, Cody Rhodes, Wade Barrett, Sin Cara, Natalya and lots more…
Tickets are now on sale at www.elcorteingles.es/entradas and range between €20 for the cheapest seats and €80 for getting right up close to the action.
The event will be held at the ‘Palacio de los Deportes Jose Maria Martin Carpena’ at the entrance to Málaga and starts at 7:30pm on the evening of the 9th November.
Are you a WWE wrestling fan? Are you planning on going to watch Smackdown inMalaga? Let us know in the comments below. 🙂
