Activities in Malaga for free
The capital of the Costa del Sol has endless resources; sea, sun, culture and a unique environment. The essence of its history is felt and lived in its streets, making Malaga a unique and special city. Today we propose a series of activities to get to know Malaga for free. Castle of Gibralfaro If you want to take in some beautiful views of the city, head to the fourteenth century Castle of Gibralfaro. The view is ready made for Instagram. From here, you can walk along the wall that connects the castle with the gardens, fountains and beautiful courtyard of […]
Experiences to add to your wish list
Are you one of those who at the end of each year write a list of wishes or New Year’s resolutions? If you do, keep reading to discover a few travel ideas and places to visit for an unforgettable holiday and great experiences. Watching the sunset from Benidorm If you think of the Costa Blanca, you will surely come across an image full of light. But when night falls and the sky turns reddish, the Levantine coast becomes one of the most beautiful and memorable images the Mediterranean. The Serra Gelada (Sierra Helada) is the perfect place to enjoy a […]
New Year’s Eve at MedPlaya Hotels
The Medplaya Hotels on the Costa del Sol always organise an incredible party on New Year’s Eve, the best night of the year. In this new edition, we try to surpass the previous one by offering to you everything that is deserved in such special day. We want you to have an unforgettable experience with us! How are we going to do it? From morning to night, our hotels will offer a wide range of activities for all tastes; sports, games, and even the traditional balloon launch with the best wishes for this new year. And the best of the […]
The most typical Christmas sweets in Spain
Spain’s gastronomic wealth reaches its peak at Christmas. It is a time of parties and celebrations, and also great meals with, of course, typical Christmas sweets. They are exquisite and traditional recipes, many of which have centuries of history, something that should not be missed at this time of year. Forget about the scale and sink your teeth into each of them! 1. Turrón Turrón (nougat) is, undoubtedly, one of the protagonists par excellence of the Christmas tables. An artisan product, with a marked national stamp and that, over the years, has managed to maintain a healthy balance between tradition […]
The four Medplaya hotels on the Costa del Sol obtain the Travelife GOLD certificate
We are pleased to announce that our hotels Bali, Riviera and Pez Espada have succeeded in renewing once again the Travelife Gold Certificate, an award that recognizes establishments that comply with Travelife’s environmental and social management policies. For the first time, the Balmoral Hotel sent its candidacy and has been awarded the same seal as the other MedPlaya hotels on the Costa del Sol. To obtain this certification, MedPlaya hotels have had to prove that they meet the more than 160 Travelife requirements, such as the development and execution of sustainability programmes to reduce or minimize environmental impact, actions aimed […]
What Christmas is like in Spain
Spaniards have a series of unique Christmas traditions that differ from those to which you are probably accustomed. From giant nativity scenes to logs that “poo” sweets. Today we are showing some Spanish Christmas traditions that you should know. Everything starts with el Gordo We can say that the kick-off of the festivities is given by the Christmas Lottery. The amounts that can be won are so huge, that it has been dubbed as “El Gordo” (The fat one) and almost everyone buys a ticket. It is celebrated every year since 1812, and the winning numbers are sung by schoolchildren. […]
5 of the tapas that have given us worldwide fame
Spain and tapas are two words that go very well together. This appetizer that is served in most Spanish bars – sometimes, in some places like Granada, even for free when ordering a drink – has become a country hallmark and a kind of very common tradition. Of course, each of us has their favourite type of tapa, some prefer to accompany it with wine, others with beer or even with a soft drink. Today we will review 5 of the tapas that have given us worldwide fame. – Potato omelette, the star of the typical Spanish tapas Its origins […]
5 really charming towns in Malaga
We have chosen 5 of the most typical and picturesque villages in the province of Malaga, those where you can breathe fresh air, tranquillity and charm in every corner. Mijas Town Steep little streets always pristine whitewashed, colourful flowerpots overflowing with geraniums, fabulous viewpoints on the mountains and the sea, small houses sitting between pine trees and palm trees … It is easy to guess why Mijas Town is properly a must. Benalmádena Town Away from Benalmádena’s port and large buildings we move to its original centre, “the old town.” The understated and cosmopolitan charm of this town can be […]
Reasons to travel alone
Have you ever considered going on a trip alone? Here are some reasons why travelling with no company other than yours is a perfect way to get around the world. At your own pace If you go on holidays alone, you can enjoy your time and plan what you’re going to do at your own pace, without haste and without having to worry about whether your travelling companions are tired or prefer to take a nap. You can organize a boat trip at noon and still get to that dinner in that restaurant that you wouldn’t miss for anything. It’ll […]
Fancy Dress Party in Benidorm
November is an especially symbolic month for everyone in Benidorm, to such an extent that it doesn’t matter if you are a resident, a tourist or if you have simply chosen this city to spend a few days. It is in this penultimate month of the year when the city enjoys its patron festivities of Benidorm, immediately followed by its international Fancy Dress Party. This annual event has been held for 20 years in this city in Alicante. It all started when the manager of a well-known pub in the area decided to offer a free drink to anyone who […]