Gliding through La Paloma Park in Benalmadena
You’ve probably seem them gliding through the streets of your local town or at least on television but, do you know what they are? The Segway personal transporter is actually the first ever self-balancing, electric-powered transportation device. It may look like a simple two wheeled electric scooter but, it is much more than that!
The Segway works through a concept called Dynamic Stabilization which enables it to work seamlessly with the body’s movements. So how on earth does it do that? Well, the Segway has built in gyroscopes and tilt sensors which monitor a rider’s gravity at about 100 times a second. This means that when the rider leans slightly forward, the Segway moves forward; likewise, when they lean back, it moves backwards. Pretty simple isn’t it?
These vehicles have a multitude of uses: the police in Torremolinos use them for patrolling the streets and I have seen security guards use them in commercial centres. However, one of the latest trends is using the Segway to tour a city or specific area.
We now have a company based in Benalmadena Port which offers fun tours of the town riding one of these unique vehicles. There are various different tours on offer:
- Tours of Benalmadena Port
- Tours along the promenade and beach walk
- Tours of the Bil-Bil Castle
- Tours of Parque de la Paloma
The video below will give you an idea of what to expect on one of these tours; however, it’s no substitute to actually having a go! Apparently, once you’ve tried it, you’re hooked.
Watching the video might lead you to think that riding a Segway might be a little dangerous; nothing could be further from the truth. The Segway’s balancing technology is truly revolutionary and provides a unique and exceptional riding experience. Each unit has sophisticated alerts built into its design; however, it’s important that riders understand their responsibility to ride safely. Proper skill levels prevent injuries caused by loss of control; that’s why all tours – or glides, as they are often refered to – begin with a 30 minute training session before setting out and seeing the sites of Benalmadena.
Anyone interested in enjoying a fun and different experience whilst on holiday in Benalmadena should definitely give this a try. You can book tours through our Leisure Desk next to Reception or head straight down to the Marina where the Segways are located.
