Benidorm Palace hosted “Save My Life 11” this afternoon (Sunday 28 April) – a charity fundraiser to raise much needed money to help towards the cost of rescue, fostering and rehoming abandoned animals – predominantly dogs. The event was hosted by popular duo Paul Thacker and Mark Simon Ellis, performing as his alter ego Miss Ruby Rox, in an array of spectacular glittering dresses!
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Benidorm was "All Shook Up" this weekend for the much anticipated annual Elvis fiesta. There was an incredible weekend of entertainment lined up for the Elvis fans - fun filled poolside shows at the Melia, Elvis themed games, a world class ETA line up with shows going on in 3 separate venues and of course the legendary after show parties - which went on well into the early hours! But the highlight for many is the grand finale at Benidorm Palace on Sunday evening, featuring all of the Elvis Tribute artistes together!
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Tonight saw the climax of the Easter Processions in Benidorm, with all of the brotherhoods from churches in Benidorm taking part this Good Friday. Spain certainly retains its traditions and cultural identity as would have been demonstrated across many towns and cities this evening. The streets were jam packed with spectators lining the entire route for this visual and moving spectacle that takes place every year.
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“Top of the Day” as the Irish would say – and it certainly has been here in Benidorm today. The sky was blue, the sun shone, music played and the drinks flowed, as parts of the Rincon de Loix turned into a mini Ireland to celebrate the Patron Saint of Ireland – St Patrick.
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Light, colour and music flooded the streets of Benidorm last night for the annual Carnival parade which took place in the old town.The avenida Ruzafa was lined with spectators, taking in the atmosphere and cheering as the parade passed, with many dancing to the beat of the music blasting from the giant speakers erected along the route.
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Although some parts of Spain experience snowfall we are blessed here on the Costa Blanca to live in a microclimate, protected from the harsh weather most of the time. This certainly makes Benidorm a great choice for winter sunshine, especially with such a short flight time from the UK. With the promise of 3,000 hours of sunshine plus price comparisons, showing alcohol and eating out far cheaper, it is no surprise so many flock here.
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Benidorm is a Spanish holiday haven and often referred to as the jewel of the Costa Blanca. The golden sandy beaches stretch long the Mediterranean, inviting sun worshippers to bask in the warmth. But how well do you really know Benidorm – or more specifically, some of the hundreds of hotels here. Test your knowledge by entering our fantastic competition for the opportunity to win a FREE private transfer * from Alicante airport to your hotel with the resort’s premier luxury transfer company –Alicante Private Transfers!
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The spectacular Three Kings parade took place in Benidorm old town this evening (Friday 5th) – a tradition repeated in many towns and cities across Spain on the eve of ‘Los Reyes Magos’ tomorrow, which is a bank holiday here. The floats left from Dove Park just at the start of sunset, making for a beautiful backdrop, finshing at the town hall and onto the L´Aiguera Park where fireworks signalled the end of the event.
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The thirteenth San Silvestre Christmas fun run took place in Benidorm this morning. There was a fantastic turnout of competitors – around 300 and hoardes of spectators cheering them on, on what was an ideal day, sunny with a slight breeze. Competitors completed a 5km circuit, from one end of the Levante promenade to the other, with the winner finishing in just 15 minutes and 21 seconds !
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The countdown to Christmas began this evening following the official turning on of the lights in the town hall square – renamed Christmas Square for the duration of the festive period. An explosion of gold and silver confetti cascaded down and fireworks signalled the start of festivities. There are numerous fairground type rides and activities dotted around, including the very popular ice rink, which will all remain in place until January 7 – the day after 3 Kings
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It has been announced that Victoria Aragüés Gadea, better known to millions as ´Sticky Vicky´ passed away this morning - Wednesday 29 November, aged 80. A trained ballerina, she came to Benidorm in the early 80´s where she soon became a hit with British holidaymakers for her ´X-rated magic show´- performing several times a night in bars and clubs across the popular Rincon de Loix. A visit to Benidorm wasn´t complete without seeing her... at least once!
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Now somewhat of a yearly tradition (although not an official event), British fancy dress day took place today (Thursday) …. always the day after the end of the official Benidorm fiesta. An astonishing 40,000 Brits have attended this year according to town hall stats, transforming calle Gerona, which had been closed to traffic into a kaleidoscope of colours and costumes. What sets this event apart is the sheer diversity of costumes on display.
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The Benidorm fiesta officially ended this evening – Wednesday 15 November with a grand float parade through the streets of the old town followed by a spectacular fireworks display lit from the Poniente beach, where 1,496kg of gunpowder was exploded over 18 minutes... a fabulous conclusion to the Spanish fiesta! Tomorrow it will be the turn of the Brits with the British Fancy Dress Day - Europe´s largest such event!
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Today, Saturday 14 October, saw the official launch of the Royal British Legion Spain North Poppy Appeal, which took place in Benidorm, led by the spectacular Torrevieja Pipes & Drums. The sound of the bagpipes attracted the attention of all along the Levante promenade, who quickly lined the route, applauding as they and the Standard Bearers marched by.
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