What a ripoff price for a taxi! Remember to agree the price first, 20 euros should cover one way from airport to benalmadena, that`s what we payed.

The park in benalmadena is really worth visiting, something one might not expect on a beachresort:)

its was a rip off on the way out but he showed us his official rate card (I speak Spanish so I was confident enough to ask) and being hot and bothered on arrival we just got in. We will know for next time to pay less.

Another point I will mention even though it might not be the correct forum is that on the way back my girlfriends case was mislaid along with another families, the trouble is BMI were checking in for three flights at the same time in Malaga. We have been told our case has been found but it was upsetting at the time and I believe becoming more frequent with the budget airlines. Not a lot we can do as we obviously enjoy the low flight prices but we know for future not to keep anything perishable or expensive in the case.

Fuengirola is excellent. Don't forget the water park, it looks small but is packed with loads to do.

Also why not get the train from Benalmadena, last stop is Fuengirola then just jump in a taxi or ask directions and its about 15 minute walk through Fuengirola. Train is very cheap and VERY reliable!!

As posted the Myramar centre is full of shops and bargains so lots of choice and fully air-conditioned so a chance for a break from the heat. Also in the same area is a new shopping square just opened, which is worth a quick look around, just head for Dunns and continue on that road, hard to miss. Go at midday when it is hottest and make the most of it. In here also is a cinema and cafes so a wide choice.

The beach at Fuengirola extends 7 kilometres and is totally flat. At one end is the castle but check with local information centre in Benalmadena as to when it is open.

Tons more ideas but you then require transport so no point in boring everyone.