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Benalmadena is split into two sections with Benalmadena Costa the part of most interest to the many holiday makers who visit this popular Costa del Sol resort every year. Benalmadena lies 15km south west of Malaga airport between between the resorts of Fuengirola and Torremolinos. Benalmadena Costa is a purpose-built coastal resort extending 8km along the coast which climbs steeply up into mountains behind. The cable car from the coast up to the top of the mountain is a well worthwhile trip but not recommended for those with a fear of heights. Benalmadena has more than 8km of blue flag beaches some of which are in small coves and often have rocks at the ends of them. The sand is not as fine as some of the other resorts but a lot of work is done to maintain the cleanliness of all of the beaches. There are sun loungers and shades available for rent all the way along the front. Cheap flights and holidays to Benalmadena are available all year round.

Region - Andalucia.
Country - Spain.
Capital City - Madrid.
Language - Spanish, English widely spoken.
Religion - Catholic.
Visas - Valid passport.
Currency - Euro, about €1.45 = £1.
Credit Cards - Widely accepted in Benalmadena.
Time Difference - +1 hour.
Flight Time UK - 2 - 3 hours.
Benalmadena Airport - AGP (Malaga).
Distance from Benalmadena Airport - Approximately 12 miles.
Taxi Fare from Benalmadena Airport - About €12 (£8).

Driving in Spain - In Benalmadena they drive on the right. EU compliant three-part pink document or international driving licence required .
Electricity in Spain - In Benalmadena it is 220v, adapter required.
Spain International Dialing Code - 0034.
Benalmadena Public Phones - In Benalmadena International booths accept coins and phonecards, as well as credit cards .
Benalmadena Mobile Phones - Benalmadena has all major networks.

Spain Emergency Numbers - Benalmadena emergency services are 112 (police, fire and ambulance).
Benalmadena Health Risks - None.
Benalmadena Safety & Security - Motorists, particularly those towing caravans, should be aware of highway pirates, who target foreign registered vehicles in service areas and subsequently stop them on the hard shoulder of motorways.

Shop Opening Times in Benalmadena - Banks open in Benalmadena 09.00-14.00 Mon-Fri, 09.00-13.00 Sat (except summer). Shops open in Benalmadena 09.00-13.00 and 16.00-19.00. Department stores and commercial centres in Benalmadena 10.00-21.00. Office hours in Benalmadena are 09.00-13.00 and 16.00-19.00. .

Public Holidays in Benalmadena - Public Holidays in Benalmadena are Jan 1, 6, March 1, 25, May 1, June 24, Aug 15, Oct 12, Nov 1, Dec 6, 8, 25, 28.

Benalmadena Accommodation - Accommodation is registered and inspected by the Malaga regional authorities. Benalmadena Malaga hotels are classified from one to five-star. Benalmadena hostels/pensions are classified one to three-star. Other accommodation in Benalmadena includes apartment-hotels, hotel-residencies, motels, self-catering, campsites, family guest houses, country villas, health spas and monasteries. .

Tipping in Benalmadena - In Benalmadena service and tax are usually included in hotel bills, but tip chambermaids, porters and waiters. Restaurants in Benalmadena often include service, so a gratuity is discretionary, normally 10%-15%. Taxi drivers expect 10%-15%.

Local Festivals in Benalmadena - The Malaguenian Holy Week celebrations and August feasts with bull fighting, horses and beautiful women dressed in traditional costumes. The annual Malaga fair in August is an exuberant week-long street party with plenty of flamenco and 'fino'(sherry).The fair commemorates the re-conquest of the city by Isabella and Ferdinand in 1487 and lasts for ten full festive days. This castanet-clicking fiesta starts off with a bang, literally, with an impressive firework display in the park which can be seen for miles around, not just in Malaga. The best view is from the Port if you happen to be on a cruise ship or can persuade a sailor friend to drop anchor there for a few hours. The following day the people take to the streets, the women in flouncy flamenco dresses, to dance, drink and, generally, make merry. The traditional dance of Andalucia is called 'Sevillanas' comprising four distinct dances with plenty of finger-clicking, foot-stomping and, above all, feeling. This is where 'dancing in the street' can be appreciated spontaneously 'en vida' which is really the only way Spanish dancing should be performed. .

Benalmadena Climate - In Benalmadena the Sea breezes from the Mediterranean coastline regulates the summer heat to a more comfortable levels than the inland Andalusian towns and the Malaga Mountains form the perfect barrier to protect the city from the colder weather in winter. It can still be very hot in July and August and it can be colder (minimum of around 13 °C) between December and February. Some much needed rainfall is to be expected in Benalmadena during the colder months, but it usually does not usually last for long. .

Tourist Information on Benalmadena
For more information on Benalmadena go to www.andalucia.com

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