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  • Benidorm Theme Park Terra Mitica opening dates 2019

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    Terra Mitica Theme Park in Benidorm will open for the beginning of the 2019 season on the 13th of April 2019.

  • Mundomar Benidorm opening dates 2019

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    Mundomar the exotic and marine animal park in Benidorm re opens for 2019 with its spectacular dolpin, sea lion and parrots shows and the once in a lifetime Dolphin Encounter.

  • Aqualandia water park Benidorm opening dates 2019

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    Aqualandia, the largest of the two water parks in Benidorm

  • Benidorm Magic Circus

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    New for 2017!  Magic Circus Benidorm.

  • New to Terra Natura Zoo Benidorm – 5 Bengal tigers one of them white.

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    Terra Natura Zoo in Benidormwelcomes 5 new members to the park, a family of 5 Bengal tigers from a zoo in France.

  • Benidorm Palace The Manfreds Tour 2016


    Benidorm Palace The Manfreds

    There has never been a decade quite like the 60s, with huge changes in fashion, world events, cars, toys and of course, the revolution in music!

  • Ice Rink in Benidorm Christmas 2015

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    As the festive season approaches, Benidorm prepares for Christmas.  The traditional illumination, stalls, and activities fill the town centre.

  • Benidorm Ice Rink - Winter 2014-5

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    The Ice Rink returns to Benidorm for Christmas! 

  • Benidorm Theme Park Terra Natura receives a visit from Father Christmas

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    Petita the elephant received a special guest today in her home at Terra Natura Animal and Nature Park in Benidorm, none other than Father Christmas!

  • Benidorm Elvis Festival 2015

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    The 5th edition of the Elvis Festival will take place from the 17th - 19th of April 2015.

  • Terra Natura Benidorm -Christmas presents for animals at the park.

     

    Animals from Terra Natura, the Benidorm zoo celebrate Christmas in their own way.

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    Staff at the park wrapped gifts in traditional Christmas wrapping paper and bows.  Each gift contained a little detail for the animals, their favourite food whether it was meat, seeds, insects or fruit .

    Tigers, gibbons and gorillas discovered the gifts and their delicious contents before the park opened.gorilla

    The novelty breaks the daily routine and helps to stimulate the animals both physically and psychologically.  The parcels will be given throughout the Christmas period to all the animals at the Benidorm park.

     

  • Boat trips to Benidorm Island. Ticket sales here

     

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    The boat trips to Benidorm Island with underwater views will re start on the 26th of December 2013 after the Christmas break.

  • Mundomar Benidorm Christmas 2013

     

     

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    Mundomar the exotic and marine animal park in Benidorm prepares for the festive season.

  • Terra Natura Zoo Benidorm Christmas 2013 - Ticket sales

     

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    The Magic of Narnia comes to Terra Natura Zoo in Benidorm this Christmas.  

  • Benidorm Excursions - Happy Christmas & New Year 2014 to all our customers

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  • Terra Natura Benidorm - Special Offer Winter 2013/14

     

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    Another great offer for Terra Natura Benidorm this Winter.  All tickets costs just 15€.

  • Benidorm Circus - The circus in their genes

     

    Elena and Brayan Gambi are two young artistes in the cast of “Circus Story”the new Benidorm Circus production.

    The youngsters are practically Circus Royalty as their grandparents and father were also circus performers. famille gambi benidorm circus

    Elena is in her second year, studying for her Bachillerato, which is the equivalent of A levels in the U.K.  She is a juggler in the circus, performing all her tricks “ en pointe”.

    She has studied ballet from a very young age and is also  learning to play the piano.

    Brayan on the other hand performs an acrobatic number similar to one his father performed which he has updated with a basket ball as a  prop and modern dance moves.

    Grandparents and father are extremely proud of the two youngsters. Grandparents Jacques and Geraldine met while performing in the Circus.  Geraldine was a trapeze artist and Jacques and his brother formed the Gambi Brothers (see video)

    The Gambi Brothers, was an acrobatic act in which Jacques supported his brother on an 8 meter pole, while his brother performed tricks at the top.  Their son Serge was born while on tour and as soon as he was old enough, he began to perform with his father and uncle (see photo). trio juanito exben

    Today Jacques who was born in Lyon never misses his grandchildren’s performance in the Benidorm Circus and helps out where he can with advice and tips. Like all grandparents he beams with pride when talking about his third generation circus grandchildren.  The circus is his life.

    Dad, Serge Gambi is just as proud and is there to encourage and train his children (read our interview with Serge Gambi).

    This is a real Circus Story so come along and visit the Benidorm Circus

     

  • Benidorm - January & February 2013 - Cultural Events

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    A list of the cultural activities in Benidorm for January & Febuary 2013.

    Art & photographic exhibitions, International music competition, films, book club & the Three Kings Parade in Benidorm and the route it will take.

  • Benidorm - January & February 2013 - Cultural Events

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    A list of the cultural activities in Benidorm for January & Febuary 2013.

    Art & photographic exhibitions, International music competition, films, book club & the Three Kings Parade in Benidorm and the route it will take.

  • What's on in Terra Natura Benidorm Christmas 2012

    Here is a time table of the activities and events programmed for the Christmas 2012 period in the animal and nature park Terra Natura in Benidorm.

     

  • What's on in Terra Natura Benidorm Christmas 2012

    Here is a time table of the activities and events programmed for the Christmas 2012 period in the animal and nature park Terra Natura in Benidorm.

     

  • San Silvestre Race 2012 in Benidorm

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    Looking for a different and healthy way to celebrate Christmas?  How about taking part in the annual San Silvestre race, running through the streets of Benidorm?

  • San Silvestre Race 2012 in Benidorm

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    Looking for a different and healthy way to celebrate Christmas?  How about taking part in the annual San Silvestre race, running through the streets of Benidorm?

  • Gregorian perform Christmas Chants in Benidorm

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    "Gregorian"  present their World Famous Christmas Show "Christmas Chants". Featuring a special guest performance from Amelia Brightman.

  • Gregorian perform Christmas Chants in Benidorm

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    "Gregorian"  present their World Famous Christmas Show "Christmas Chants". Featuring a special guest performance from Amelia Brightman.

  • A very Merry Christmas from Benidormexcursions.co.uk

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  • Terra Natura Benidorm has the largest venomous snake in Europe

    A FOUR METER LONG COBRA WHICH COULD KILL AN ELEPHANT IN LESS THAN 15 MINUTES

     

    The animal and nature park, Terra Natura Benidorm now has the largest venomous snake in Europe in its park, a cobra that measures over four meters long.

     

    The King Cobra named “Frank” arrived at the Benidorm theme park with his female companion, who is also rather large, and measures 3, 80 meters in length.

    With a reptile this dangerous, safety measures in the park have been increased and extreme care was taken during the transfer of the snakes to their new home.

    The Cobra venom is extremely potent and due to the size of this specimen and the amount of venom it is capable of injecting into its victim, its bite would kill an elephant or a human being in less than 15 minutes.

    The Cobra venom is a neurotoxin that attacks the nervous system with devastating results.  It also contains an enzyme, called lecithinase, which rapidly destroys the cell wall causing serious tissue damage.

    The fangs, vertical and stationary are located at the front of the upper jaw and Frank’s fangs measure nearly 11 millimetres in length.  The new security measures have been designed to prevent the snakes from escaping and any other type of incident.webcobra
    Keepers will have no direct contact with the cobras while caring for them. Special chambers have been installed with doors that will close to isolate and control each reptile while they are receiving food or medication, without any “handling” being necessary.

    Frank’s previous keeper died in a British zoo after being bitten during handling, so direct contact with both snakes is strictly prohibited.

    The new facility in Terra Natura is equipped with safety glass and heating systems to maintain a constant temperature of 28 degrees.

    It is divided into four areas, two areas to keep the male and female apart and the other two as a back up holding areas which will have a constant temperature of 30 degrees.

    Each cobra has free access to the facility and its holding area so it can move between them to regulate its body temperature.

    Reptiles, cannot manufacture their own body heat, they have to rely on ambient temperature to raise or lower their internal core temperature. Proper thermoregulation is essential for health and for specific processes such as digestion and immune function.

    The cobra feeds on other snakes in the wild which makes their diet very difficult to maintain in captivity so they will be gradually accustomed to eat rodents.

    Small pieces of rat meat will be hidden amongst the debris left behind when the snakes shed their skins.  This way they will become accustomed to the smell and eventually eat the rodents on their own.

    The pair are being kept under observation to monitor their behaviour and health after a series of scans and blood tests were carried out while they were under sedation. An identification chip was also placed in each one.

    The aggressiveness of the king cobra is such that females store sperm for several years to fertilize themselves so they do not have to mate again.  The male cobra can sometimes devour the females after mating.

    Even the hatchlings secrete pheromones to neutralize the mother’s appetite and tend to leave the nest soon after birth to avoid being eaten.

     

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    Read our article about venom milking.

    Take a look at our photos from Terra Natura Benidorm.

  • Terra Natura Benidorm has the largest venomous snake in Europe

    A FOUR METER LONG COBRA WHICH COULD KILL AN ELEPHANT IN LESS THAN 15 MINUTES

     

    The animal and nature park, Terra Natura Benidorm now has the largest venomous snake in Europe in its park, a cobra that measures over four meters long.

     

    The King Cobra named “Frank” arrived at the Benidorm theme park with his female companion, who is also rather large, and measures 3, 80 meters in length.

    With a reptile this dangerous, safety measures in the park have been increased and extreme care was taken during the transfer of the snakes to their new home.

    The Cobra venom is extremely potent and due to the size of this specimen and the amount of venom it is capable of injecting into its victim, its bite would kill an elephant or a human being in less than 15 minutes.

    The Cobra venom is a neurotoxin that attacks the nervous system with devastating results.  It also contains an enzyme, called lecithinase, which rapidly destroys the cell wall causing serious tissue damage.

    The fangs, vertical and stationary are located at the front of the upper jaw and Frank’s fangs measure nearly 11 millimetres in length.  The new security measures have been designed to prevent the snakes from escaping and any other type of incident.webcobra
    Keepers will have no direct contact with the cobras while caring for them. Special chambers have been installed with doors that will close to isolate and control each reptile while they are receiving food or medication, without any “handling” being necessary.

    Frank’s previous keeper died in a British zoo after being bitten during handling, so direct contact with both snakes is strictly prohibited.

    The new facility in Terra Natura is equipped with safety glass and heating systems to maintain a constant temperature of 28 degrees.

    It is divided into four areas, two areas to keep the male and female apart and the other two as a back up holding areas which will have a constant temperature of 30 degrees.

    Each cobra has free access to the facility and its holding area so it can move between them to regulate its body temperature.

    Reptiles, cannot manufacture their own body heat, they have to rely on ambient temperature to raise or lower their internal core temperature. Proper thermoregulation is essential for health and for specific processes such as digestion and immune function.

    The cobra feeds on other snakes in the wild which makes their diet very difficult to maintain in captivity so they will be gradually accustomed to eat rodents.

    Small pieces of rat meat will be hidden amongst the debris left behind when the snakes shed their skins.  This way they will become accustomed to the smell and eventually eat the rodents on their own.

    The pair are being kept under observation to monitor their behaviour and health after a series of scans and blood tests were carried out while they were under sedation. An identification chip was also placed in each one.

    The aggressiveness of the king cobra is such that females store sperm for several years to fertilize themselves so they do not have to mate again.  The male cobra can sometimes devour the females after mating.

    Even the hatchlings secrete pheromones to neutralize the mother’s appetite and tend to leave the nest soon after birth to avoid being eaten.

     

    Exbenidorm.

    Read our article about venom milking.

    Take a look at our photos from Terra Natura Benidorm.

  • Traditional San Silvestre race in Benidorm

    Traditional San Silvestre Race in Benidorm

    Benidorm will hold its II San Silvestre race on Saturday 31st of December 2011 at 10:30 a.m.  This popular tradition will this year also help charity. The circuit is a total 6,300 metres with the starting post and finishing line on the Avenida Mediterraneo.

    This year’s event is sponsored by the Benidorm Town Hall, the Councillor for Sports, C.A Benidorm, Coca Cola, Local Police force, Civil Protection and the Red Cross.

    To enter visit the web site www.grupobrotons.com and enroll up until 29th December 2011 or enroll the same day up to half and hour before the start of the race.

    The children’s race will start at approximately 11:30 and you can enroll them by sending an e-mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with their name, surname, club and date of birth.

    Athletes who donate a toy when they receive their number will be contributing to the “Dona tu juguete y ganaras su sonrisa” campaign.  All toys go to the Benidorm Red Cross who ensure that the children most in need receive them for Christmas.

    For further information, prizes, categories etc. visit www.grupobrotons.com.


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  • Traditional San Silvestre race in Benidorm

    Traditional San Silvestre Race in Benidorm

    Benidorm will hold its II San Silvestre race on Saturday 31st of December 2011 at 10:30 a.m.  This popular tradition will this year also help charity. The circuit is a total 6,300 metres with the starting post and finishing line on the Avenida Mediterraneo.

    This year’s event is sponsored by the Benidorm Town Hall, the Councillor for Sports, C.A Benidorm, Coca Cola, Local Police force, Civil Protection and the Red Cross.

    To enter visit the web site www.grupobrotons.com and enroll up until 29th December 2011 or enroll the same day up to half and hour before the start of the race.

    The children’s race will start at approximately 11:30 and you can enroll them by sending an e-mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with their name, surname, club and date of birth.

    Athletes who donate a toy when they receive their number will be contributing to the “Dona tu juguete y ganaras su sonrisa” campaign.  All toys go to the Benidorm Red Cross who ensure that the children most in need receive them for Christmas.

    For further information, prizes, categories etc. visit www.grupobrotons.com.


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  • Mundomar in Benidorm celebrates 15 years

    MUNDOMAR BENIDORM CELEBRATES ITS 15 TH ANNIVERSARY
    WITH A SPECIAL PROMOTION


    Mundomar in Benidorm first opened its doors to the public on the 18th of December 1996 and has since then delighted thousands of children, adults and families to become one of the most prestigious parks in Europe.
     

    nino_con_papagayoThere are more than 80 species of exotic and marine animals which reside in the park in an exact replica of their natural environment and one of the best dolphin shows in Europe.

     
     

    During those 15 years, Mundomar has seen its family grow year after year. Lemur Catta, Capuchin monkeys, sea lions and dolphins. Little Ariel for example is one of the young sea lionswho has just celebrated her first birthday. This is a great achievement for the park as Ariel had to be feed by the keepers day and night for months. Today she is a healthy specimen much loved by staff at Mundomar.

     
     

    Mundomar has also seen romance over the years with hundreds of couples saying “I do” in the park under the watchful eye of other visitors and the famous dolphins.

     

    nina_con_delfinCelebrations at the park, mean fun for everyone, this year the park celebrated Halloween for the first time and is now ready with its Christmas festivities which will run right through until the 8th of January after the Three Kings festival or little Christmas.

    To commemorate its 15th anniversary Mundomar will give a free entrance ticket to those who have celebrated their 15th birthday during 2011. This promotion is valid for the 17th and 18th of December 2011.

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  • Mundomar in Benidorm celebrates 15 years

    MUNDOMAR BENIDORM CELEBRATES ITS 15 TH ANNIVERSARY
    WITH A SPECIAL PROMOTION


    Mundomar in Benidorm first opened its doors to the public on the 18th of December 1996 and has since then delighted thousands of children, adults and families to become one of the most prestigious parks in Europe.
     

    nino_con_papagayoThere are more than 80 species of exotic and marine animals which reside in the park in an exact replica of their natural environment and one of the best dolphin shows in Europe.

     
     

    During those 15 years, Mundomar has seen its family grow year after year. Lemur Catta, Capuchin monkeys, sea lions and dolphins. Little Ariel for example is one of the young sea lionswho has just celebrated her first birthday. This is a great achievement for the park as Ariel had to be feed by the keepers day and night for months. Today she is a healthy specimen much loved by staff at Mundomar.

     
     

    Mundomar has also seen romance over the years with hundreds of couples saying “I do” in the park under the watchful eye of other visitors and the famous dolphins.

     

    nina_con_delfinCelebrations at the park, mean fun for everyone, this year the park celebrated Halloween for the first time and is now ready with its Christmas festivities which will run right through until the 8th of January after the Three Kings festival or little Christmas.

    To commemorate its 15th anniversary Mundomar will give a free entrance ticket to those who have celebrated their 15th birthday during 2011. This promotion is valid for the 17th and 18th of December 2011.

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  • Happy Christmas 2011/12

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  • Happy Christmas 2011/12

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  • THE AQUALANDIA MUNDOMAR FOUNDATION CAMPAIGN "1 KG = 1 SMILE"  

    THE AQUALANDIA MUNDOMAR FOUNDATION CAMPAIGN 

    "1 KG = 1 SMILE"

    The Aqualandia-Mundomar Foundation in collaboration with the Welfare Department from Benidorm Town Hall launched a charity campaign this morning aptly named "1kg = 1 smile."

    The initiative aims to collect food for disadvantaged families in the area for Christmas 2011.1kg1sonrisa

    A press conference was held in Mundomar with Cristina Escoda, the Welfare Councilor for the City of Alicante and a spokesman from the Benidorm park. The aim is to collect as much food as possible to help families who are going through a difficult period.

    The campaign starts on Saturday 17th of December and will run all weekend. Anyone who would like to make a donation may do so at the entrance to Mundomar, where an area will be available to deposit your donations.Once the campaign is completed, all the food will be stored in the park until the Red Crossand Caritasstaff come to pick it up. Both of these organizations will be responsible for the distribution of the donated food to the families who need it most.

    Benidorm is always very supportive in campaigns such as this one, and Mundomar would like to thank all of those who make a donation to "1 kg = 1 smile"by giving away a free child entrance ticket to visit the park during this magical time of year.

    Hopefully with your help we will achieve our goal and see a smile on the lips of those who need it most.

    THE AQUALANDIA-MUNDOMAR CHARITY FOUNDATION.

    The campaign "1 kg, 1 smile" is ONLY part of a number of events that the foundation will  participate in this Christmas. Last weekend they took part in the Market in the Calle Alameda which was organized by the Commission for the Benidorm Fiestas. The foundation “sold” hand made decorations for a donation; these decorations were hand made by staff from the park. All the money raised went to the Foundation.

    The foundation will also take part in the Christmas Market due to commence on Saturday 17th of December until the 4th of January which is organized by the Benidorm Town Hall. The initiative similar to the one in the Calle Alameda will also contribute to the charitable objectives of the foundation.

    This time of year is magical and important for young children and the foundation will visit children in the Pediatric ward of the local hospital in Villajoyosa on Tuesday 20th of December.


    ABOUT THE AQUALANDIA-MUNDOMAR FOUNDATION

    The foundation created in April 2004, assists thousands of children every year from all over the world .  Its Dolphin Therapy program, developed in 2001was devised to help children with psychological and physical disabilities. The Dolphin-assisted therapy which permits interaction with the marine mammals under the supervision of a qualified therapist and a trainer can improve the children socially, emotionally, physically and mentally.

    The Foundation carries out this therapy without charging the families anything at all. They cover the costs of the specialist and the material necessary. Approximately 300 children of all different nationalities and backgrounds benefit from this therapy every year. The Dolphin Therapy takes place Monday to Saturday and the children spend 30 minutes in the water with the therapist and dolphins completing different activities.

    The foundation aims to help the scientific study of the positive benefits that the children experience when they interact with the dolphins in this therapy

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  • THE AQUALANDIA MUNDOMAR FOUNDATION CAMPAIGN "1 KG = 1 SMILE"  

    THE AQUALANDIA MUNDOMAR FOUNDATION CAMPAIGN 

    "1 KG = 1 SMILE"

    The Aqualandia-Mundomar Foundation in collaboration with the Welfare Department from Benidorm Town Hall launched a charity campaign this morning aptly named "1kg = 1 smile."

    The initiative aims to collect food for disadvantaged families in the area for Christmas 2011.1kg1sonrisa

    A press conference was held in Mundomar with Cristina Escoda, the Welfare Councilor for the City of Alicante and a spokesman from the Benidorm park. The aim is to collect as much food as possible to help families who are going through a difficult period.

    The campaign starts on Saturday 17th of December and will run all weekend. Anyone who would like to make a donation may do so at the entrance to Mundomar, where an area will be available to deposit your donations.Once the campaign is completed, all the food will be stored in the park until the Red Crossand Caritasstaff come to pick it up. Both of these organizations will be responsible for the distribution of the donated food to the families who need it most.

    Benidorm is always very supportive in campaigns such as this one, and Mundomar would like to thank all of those who make a donation to "1 kg = 1 smile"by giving away a free child entrance ticket to visit the park during this magical time of year.

    Hopefully with your help we will achieve our goal and see a smile on the lips of those who need it most.

    THE AQUALANDIA-MUNDOMAR CHARITY FOUNDATION.

    The campaign "1 kg, 1 smile" is ONLY part of a number of events that the foundation will  participate in this Christmas. Last weekend they took part in the Market in the Calle Alameda which was organized by the Commission for the Benidorm Fiestas. The foundation “sold” hand made decorations for a donation; these decorations were hand made by staff from the park. All the money raised went to the Foundation.

    The foundation will also take part in the Christmas Market due to commence on Saturday 17th of December until the 4th of January which is organized by the Benidorm Town Hall. The initiative similar to the one in the Calle Alameda will also contribute to the charitable objectives of the foundation.

    This time of year is magical and important for young children and the foundation will visit children in the Pediatric ward of the local hospital in Villajoyosa on Tuesday 20th of December.


    ABOUT THE AQUALANDIA-MUNDOMAR FOUNDATION

    The foundation created in April 2004, assists thousands of children every year from all over the world .  Its Dolphin Therapy program, developed in 2001was devised to help children with psychological and physical disabilities. The Dolphin-assisted therapy which permits interaction with the marine mammals under the supervision of a qualified therapist and a trainer can improve the children socially, emotionally, physically and mentally.

    The Foundation carries out this therapy without charging the families anything at all. They cover the costs of the specialist and the material necessary. Approximately 300 children of all different nationalities and backgrounds benefit from this therapy every year. The Dolphin Therapy takes place Monday to Saturday and the children spend 30 minutes in the water with the therapist and dolphins completing different activities.

    The foundation aims to help the scientific study of the positive benefits that the children experience when they interact with the dolphins in this therapy

    Beniexcursions.

     

  • Christmas 2011 Benidorm Circus

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    Benidorm Circus normally opens every Saturday but during the Christmas period it will be closed on Saturday the 24th of December, Christmas Eve and on Saturday 31st of December, New Year's Eve.

    It will be open instead on Sunday 25th of December , Christamas Day.

  • Christmas 2011 Benidorm Circus

    Opening times for  Benidorm Circus Christmas 2011compania2

    Benidorm Circus normally opens every Saturday but during the Christmas period it will be closed on Saturday the 24th of December, Christmas Eve and on Saturday 31st of December, New Year's Eve.

    It will be open instead on Sunday 25th of December , Christamas Day.

  • Benidorm Palace event Calendar for December 2011

    Programme for December 2011

    The Benidorm Palace announces its programme for the month of December 2011 including the dates that it will be closed and the Special Gala Diners over the festive period.

    Pincha aqui para ver la programación.
  • Benidorm Palace event Calendar for December 2011

    Programme for December 2011

    The Benidorm Palace announces its programme for the month of December 2011 including the dates that it will be closed and the Special Gala Diners over the festive period.

    Pincha aqui para ver la programación.
  • Terra Natura Benidorm confirms the pregnancy of one of its Indian Rhinos.


    If the pregnancy goes to full term Terra Natura will be the first zoo in Spain to successfully reproduce the species in captivity.

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    After the mating season ended,  tests were carried out in an Austrian laboratory on the female Rhino’s faeces that confirmed her pregnancy. These samples were taken twice a week and sent to the specialized laboratory in Vienna. The test looks for increased hormone levels which only occur naturally when the female is pregnant.

    The news has delighted the keepers at the Benidorm Natura park, Terra Natura, who have closely cared for Niko a 24 year old male and Shiwa an eight year old female for over a year.  The due delivery date will be some time between January and March.shiva2


    If Shiwa completes the 17 months gestation period Terra Natura will be the first and only zoo in Spain to breed this species in captivity. 
    The Indian rhino is an endangered species and it is currently estimated that there are only about 2,500 in the wild in India and Nepal.


    The advanced age of Niko did not seem to affect his ability with this young female.  In males, sexual maturity is usually around the age of nine while in female it is from the age of five.  The species has a life expectancy of between 30 and 40 years although fertility declines from the age of thirty in females.

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    More photos from Terra Natura Benidorm.

  • Terra Natura Benidorm confirms the pregnancy of one of its Indian Rhinos.


    If the pregnancy goes to full term Terra Natura will be the first zoo in Spain to successfully reproduce the species in captivity.

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    After the mating season ended,  tests were carried out in an Austrian laboratory on the female Rhino’s faeces that confirmed her pregnancy. These samples were taken twice a week and sent to the specialized laboratory in Vienna. The test looks for increased hormone levels which only occur naturally when the female is pregnant.

    The news has delighted the keepers at the Benidorm Natura park, Terra Natura, who have closely cared for Niko a 24 year old male and Shiwa an eight year old female for over a year.  The due delivery date will be some time between January and March.shiva2


    If Shiwa completes the 17 months gestation period Terra Natura will be the first and only zoo in Spain to breed this species in captivity. 
    The Indian rhino is an endangered species and it is currently estimated that there are only about 2,500 in the wild in India and Nepal.


    The advanced age of Niko did not seem to affect his ability with this young female.  In males, sexual maturity is usually around the age of nine while in female it is from the age of five.  The species has a life expectancy of between 30 and 40 years although fertility declines from the age of thirty in females.

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    More photos from Terra Natura Benidorm.

  • Ice Rink in Benidorm Christmas 2011/12

    ice-skateIce skating for Christmas 2011/12

    On Saturday 17th of December 2011 at 17:30  the Christmas lights will be switched on in the Benidorm Town Hall Square, with childrens' activities and the ice skating rink.

    The Rink will open weekdays  from 10:00 am until 14:00 hours and then from 16:00 until 22:00 hours.  At the weekends they will remain open all day i.e from 10:00 until 22:00 hours.

    The price is 5€ for adults and children for 45 minutes including the hire of the skates.

    There are special prices for schools and groups with previous arrangement, contact Jose on 661937280.

  • Ice Rink in Benidorm Christmas 2011/12

    ice-skateIce skating for Christmas 2011/12

    On Saturday 17th of December 2011 at 17:30  the Christmas lights will be switched on in the Benidorm Town Hall Square, with childrens' activities and the ice skating rink.

    The Rink will open weekdays  from 10:00 am until 14:00 hours and then from 16:00 until 22:00 hours.  At the weekends they will remain open all day i.e from 10:00 until 22:00 hours.

    The price is 5€ for adults and children for 45 minutes including the hire of the skates.

    There are special prices for schools and groups with previous arrangement, contact Jose on 661937280.

  • Christmas in Terra Natura Benidorm

    Christmas is approaching and Terra Natura in Benidorm is offering some special activiites during the festive period.

    You can see Father Christmas or the Royal courier  for the Three Kings and leave your wish lists with them.

    Take a donkey ride to the living nativity scene where you can dress up as the characters.  There will also be  Christmas stalls and a Christmas Carol Karaoke for all aspiring singers.

    Puppet theatre, bird of prey display, sea lion show, workshops and close contact with the animals.

    Terra Natura have also launched a special offer for the christams period.  As from the 2nd of December 2011 until the 8th of January 2012, 1 child enters FREE with the purchase of an adult entrance ticket. Enjoy a family day out during this Christmas season.

    Buy your tickets on line.

  • Christmas in Terra Natura Benidorm

    Christmas is approaching and Terra Natura in Benidorm is offering some special activiites during the festive period.

    You can see Father Christmas or the Royal courier  for the Three Kings and leave your wish lists with them.

    Take a donkey ride to the living nativity scene where you can dress up as the characters.  There will also be  Christmas stalls and a Christmas Carol Karaoke for all aspiring singers.

    Puppet theatre, bird of prey display, sea lion show, workshops and close contact with the animals.

    Terra Natura have also launched a special offer for the christams period.  As from the 2nd of December 2011 until the 8th of January 2012, 1 child enters FREE with the purchase of an adult entrance ticket. Enjoy a family day out during this Christmas season.

    Buy your tickets on line.

  • Christmas in Mundomar Benidorm

    christmasmundomar

    Mundomar prepares for the festive season with three new shows 'Father Christmas' surprise', with the dolphins in the starring roles, 'The elf who hated Christmas' starring the Sea Lions and 'In search of Christmas' with the charming parrots.

    Father Christmas will visit the Park as will the Three Kings before the magical night of the 6th of January.

    Magic and fantasy for young and old in Mundomar this Christmas.

    Buy your tickets on line.

  • Christmas in Mundomar Benidorm

    christmasmundomar

    Mundomar prepares for the festive season with three new shows 'Father Christmas' surprise', with the dolphins in the starring roles, 'The elf who hated Christmas' starring the Sea Lions and 'In search of Christmas' with the charming parrots.

    Father Christmas will visit the Park as will the Three Kings before the magical night of the 6th of January.

    Magic and fantasy for young and old in Mundomar this Christmas.

    Buy your tickets on line.

  • The Winter season arrives in Mundomar

    The prairie dogs residing in Mundomar Benidorm go into hibernation.   With the drop in temperatures the animals take refuge in their burrows to shelter from the cold and rain.
    perrito de la pradera1

    Visitors to Mundomar will have to wait for the spring and the warmer temperatures to return to be able to see the (genus Cynomys) or prairie dogs.

     

    Theseburrowing rodents are native to North America and live in semi –arid areas in meadows where they perform authentic underground works of engineering.  The dogs, (so called because they emit sounds similar to a barking dog), dig long tunnels to connect the different burrows they use for shelter during the winter months.  They are very social animals that live in large groups under a strict social hierarchy.

    These animals are four legged but it is common to see them in an upright position which they adopt to watch the other member of their colony when alerted to any threat or danger.

    The prairie dogs residing in Mundomar have taken refuge in their burrows to await the return of the warm weather.  Only then will these cheerful rodents scamper out into the sun under the watchful eye of the Mundomar visitors.   If we are lucky we may see a few new members among their ranks in the spring!

    Beniexcursions.

  • The Winter season arrives in Mundomar

    The prairie dogs residing in Mundomar Benidorm go into hibernation.   With the drop in temperatures the animals take refuge in their burrows to shelter from the cold and rain.
    perrito de la pradera1

    Visitors to Mundomar will have to wait for the spring and the warmer temperatures to return to be able to see the (genus Cynomys) or prairie dogs.

     

    Theseburrowing rodents are native to North America and live in semi –arid areas in meadows where they perform authentic underground works of engineering.  The dogs, (so called because they emit sounds similar to a barking dog), dig long tunnels to connect the different burrows they use for shelter during the winter months.  They are very social animals that live in large groups under a strict social hierarchy.

    These animals are four legged but it is common to see them in an upright position which they adopt to watch the other member of their colony when alerted to any threat or danger.

    The prairie dogs residing in Mundomar have taken refuge in their burrows to await the return of the warm weather.  Only then will these cheerful rodents scamper out into the sun under the watchful eye of the Mundomar visitors.   If we are lucky we may see a few new members among their ranks in the spring!

    Beniexcursions.

  • Cultural program Benidorm December 2011

    Cultural Activities in Benidorm during December 2011.

    Music

    Sunday 4th at 12:00 In theSalón de Actos of the Town Hall

    Saint Cecilia Concert

    Music Society Isla de Benidorm.

     

    Sunday 11th 12:00.  To be held in the Salón de Actos of the Town Hall

    Concert by the Banda Juvenil

    Unión Musical de Benidorm

     

    Sunday 11th at 18:30 in the Salón de Actos of the Benidorm Town Hall

    Concert Orchestra

    Unión Musical de Benidorm

     

    Sunday 18th at 12:00 in theBenidorm Palace

    Concert by the Banda Sinfónica

    Unión Musical de Benidorm

     

    Sunday 18th at 20:00 in the Church of Saint Jaime & Saint Ana

    Christmas Concert

    By the Choir Group of  Benidorm

     

    Thursday 22nd at  20:00 in the Church of Saint Jaime & Saint Ana

    Christams Concert

    By ACR La Barqueta

     

    My First Cinema

    Apt for infants and young children

    Saturday 10th at 18:30 in the Salón de Actos of the Town Hall

    Porco Rosso by Hayao Miyazaki(Japan, 1992)

     

    Theatre

    Friday 2nd at 19:30 in the Social Centre Jose Llorca Llinares

    The importance of being Ernest by Oscar Wilde

    Catarsis / Afratex

     

    Literature

    Monday 5th and 19th in the Sala de Investigadores of the Town Hall

    Reading Club

    La historia literaria con imágenes

     

    Art

    From the 22nd of November until the 29th of December

    Monday to Saturday from 18:00 to 21:00.

    In the Aula de Cultura CAM

    Exhibition

    Arte Geométrico, Cinético y Constructivista

     

    Conference

    Friday 16th at 18:30

    In the Municipal Library

    Documentación Histórica y Bibliográfica de la Marina Baixa

    Agustí Galiana

    Presentación CD-ROM

    Asociación de Estudios de la Marina Baixa

  • Cultural program Benidorm December 2011

    Cultural Activities in Benidorm during December 2011.

    Music

    Sunday 4th at 12:00 In theSalón de Actos of the Town Hall

    Saint Cecilia Concert

    Music Society Isla de Benidorm.

     

    Sunday 11th 12:00.  To be held in the Salón de Actos of the Town Hall

    Concert by the Banda Juvenil

    Unión Musical de Benidorm

     

    Sunday 11th at 18:30 in the Salón de Actos of the Benidorm Town Hall

    Concert Orchestra

    Unión Musical de Benidorm

     

    Sunday 18th at 12:00 in theBenidorm Palace

    Concert by the Banda Sinfónica

    Unión Musical de Benidorm

     

    Sunday 18th at 20:00 in the Church of Saint Jaime & Saint Ana

    Christmas Concert

    By the Choir Group of  Benidorm

     

    Thursday 22nd at  20:00 in the Church of Saint Jaime & Saint Ana

    Christams Concert

    By ACR La Barqueta

     

    My First Cinema

    Apt for infants and young children

    Saturday 10th at 18:30 in the Salón de Actos of the Town Hall

    Porco Rosso by Hayao Miyazaki(Japan, 1992)

     

    Theatre

    Friday 2nd at 19:30 in the Social Centre Jose Llorca Llinares

    The importance of being Ernest by Oscar Wilde

    Catarsis / Afratex

     

    Literature

    Monday 5th and 19th in the Sala de Investigadores of the Town Hall

    Reading Club

    La historia literaria con imágenes

     

    Art

    From the 22nd of November until the 29th of December

    Monday to Saturday from 18:00 to 21:00.

    In the Aula de Cultura CAM

    Exhibition

    Arte Geométrico, Cinético y Constructivista

     

    Conference

    Friday 16th at 18:30

    In the Municipal Library

    Documentación Histórica y Bibliográfica de la Marina Baixa

    Agustí Galiana

    Presentación CD-ROM

    Asociación de Estudios de la Marina Baixa

  • Programme of activites in Benidorm Christmas 2010/11

    PROGRAMME OF ACTIVITIES IN THE TOWN HALL SQUARE FOR CHRISTMAS  10/11

    Saturday 4th Decemberchristmastree

    18:00 Spectacular inauguration of the Christmas Square.

    From Saturday 4th of December until 6th of January

    Ice Rink and attractions.

    Sunday 5th December

    11:00 – 14:00 Children’s Workshops and Bouncy Castle.

    17:00 a 20:00 Children’s Workshops and Bouncy Castle.

    Monday 6th December

    17:00 a 20:00 Children’s Workshops and Bouncy Castle.

    Tuesday 7th December

    17:00 a 20:00 Inflatable bouncy castles

    Wednesday 8th December

    17; 00 a 20:00. Children’s Workshops and Bouncy Castle

    9th & 10th of December

    17:00 a 20:00 Inflatable bouncy castle.

    Saturday 11th December

    11:00 a 14:00 Children’s’ Park (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    17:00 a 20:00 Children’s Park (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    18:00 Mini Disco for children.

    Sunday 12th December

    11:00 a 14:00 Children’s Park (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    17:00 a 20:00 Children’s Park (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    17:30  Childrens show “El baúl de los tesoros” por el Grupo “Gomets” (cantajuego)

    From Monday 13th until Friday 17th of December

    17:00 a 20:00 Inflatable bouncy castle.

    Saturday 18th December

    11:00 a 14:00 Children’s Park (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    17:00 a 20:00 Children’s Park (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    18:00 Show for the younger children EL Rincón de Lucky.

    Sunday 19th of December

    11:00 a 14:00 Children’s Park (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    17:00 a 20:00 Children’s Park (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    Monday 20th December

    17:00 a 20:00 Inflatable bouncy castles.

    Tuesday 21st December

    17:00 a 20:00 Inflatable bouncy castles.

    Wednesday  22nd December

    17:00 a 20:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle.

    Thursday  23rd December

    11:00 a 14:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    17:00 a 20:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    From 12:00 charity activity in favour of The Association of Children with TGD Marina Baixa with vintage cars, motorbikes and hot chocolate.

    Friday 24th December

    11:00 a 14:00 Inflatable bouncy castles.

    24:00 CHRISTMAS EVE.  Festes Majors Patronals 2011

    Saturday  25th December

    11:00 a 14:00 Childrens Park  (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    17:00 a 20: Childrens Park  (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    Sunday  26th December

    12:00 Musical DISNEY LEGENDS

    Free Entrance ( limited seating)

    Auditorio Julio Iglesias in the  L’Aiguera Park.

    17:00 a 20:00 Childrens Park  (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    Monday 27th December

    11:00 a 14:00 Inflatable bouncy castles.

    17:00 a 20:00. Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    Tuesday 28th December

    “Solidarity”

    Christmas around the world

    Masks, Toys and rounds from around the World.

    11:00 a 14:00 Workshops and special games

    16:00 a 20:00 Workshops and special games

    Sponsored by the  C.A.M bank and the Culture Ministry.

    Wednesday 29th December

    11:00 a 14:00  Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    17:00 a 20:00 Inflateable bouncy castles.

    18:00 a 20:00 Visit FROM THE THREE KINGS rOYAL POSTMAN.

    Thursday 30th December

    11:00 A 14:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    17:00 a 20:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    18:00 a 20:00 VISIT FROM THE THREE KINGS ROYAL POSTMAN.

    Friday 31st December

    11:00 a 14:00  Inflateable bouncy castles.

    23:00 a 03:00 NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY,  Clock chimes, party bag, lucky grapes and live orchestra held in the  SS.MM Los Reyes de España Square.

    24:00 Firework Display.

    Saturday 1st January

    11:00 a 14:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    17:00 a 20:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    Sunday 2nd January

    11.00 a 14:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    VISIT FROM THE THREE KINGS ROYAL POSTMAN TO THE ERMITA DE SANZ.

    17:00 a 20:00 inflatable bouncy castles.

    18:00 a 20:00 VISIT FROM THE THREE KINGS ROYAL POSTAMAN

    During the day surprise guests and attractions.

    Monday 3rd January

    11:00 a 14:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    17:00 a 20:00  Inflatable bouncy castles.

    18:00 a 20:00 Visit FROM THE THREE KINGS ROYAL POSTMAN

    Tuesday 4th January

    11:00 a 14:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    17:00 a 20:00 Inflatable bouncy castles

    18:00 a 20:00 VISIT FROM THE THREE KINGS ROYAL POSTMAN.

    Wednesday  5th January.

    18:00   GRAND THREE KINGS PARADE this years route will be:- C/Alcalde D José Such, Avd de los Almendros, C/Marte, C/Venus, C/Ruzafa, C/ Herrerías, Plaza Doctor Fleming and finishing in the Square  SS.MM Los Reyes de España.

  • Programme of activites in Benidorm Christmas 2010/11

    PROGRAMME OF ACTIVITIES IN THE TOWN HALL SQUARE FOR CHRISTMAS  10/11

    Saturday 4th Decemberchristmastree

    18:00 Spectacular inauguration of the Christmas Square.

    From Saturday 4th of December until 6th of January

    Ice Rink and attractions.

    Sunday 5th December

    11:00 – 14:00 Children’s Workshops and Bouncy Castle.

    17:00 a 20:00 Children’s Workshops and Bouncy Castle.

    Monday 6th December

    17:00 a 20:00 Children’s Workshops and Bouncy Castle.

    Tuesday 7th December

    17:00 a 20:00 Inflatable bouncy castles

    Wednesday 8th December

    17; 00 a 20:00. Children’s Workshops and Bouncy Castle

    9th & 10th of December

    17:00 a 20:00 Inflatable bouncy castle.

    Saturday 11th December

    11:00 a 14:00 Children’s’ Park (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    17:00 a 20:00 Children’s Park (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    18:00 Mini Disco for children.

    Sunday 12th December

    11:00 a 14:00 Children’s Park (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    17:00 a 20:00 Children’s Park (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    17:30  Childrens show “El baúl de los tesoros” por el Grupo “Gomets” (cantajuego)

    From Monday 13th until Friday 17th of December

    17:00 a 20:00 Inflatable bouncy castle.

    Saturday 18th December

    11:00 a 14:00 Children’s Park (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    17:00 a 20:00 Children’s Park (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    18:00 Show for the younger children EL Rincón de Lucky.

    Sunday 19th of December

    11:00 a 14:00 Children’s Park (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    17:00 a 20:00 Children’s Park (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    Monday 20th December

    17:00 a 20:00 Inflatable bouncy castles.

    Tuesday 21st December

    17:00 a 20:00 Inflatable bouncy castles.

    Wednesday  22nd December

    17:00 a 20:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle.

    Thursday  23rd December

    11:00 a 14:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    17:00 a 20:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    From 12:00 charity activity in favour of The Association of Children with TGD Marina Baixa with vintage cars, motorbikes and hot chocolate.

    Friday 24th December

    11:00 a 14:00 Inflatable bouncy castles.

    24:00 CHRISTMAS EVE.  Festes Majors Patronals 2011

    Saturday  25th December

    11:00 a 14:00 Childrens Park  (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    17:00 a 20: Childrens Park  (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    Sunday  26th December

    12:00 Musical DISNEY LEGENDS

    Free Entrance ( limited seating)

    Auditorio Julio Iglesias in the  L’Aiguera Park.

    17:00 a 20:00 Childrens Park  (Traditional games and bouncy castle.……)

    Monday 27th December

    11:00 a 14:00 Inflatable bouncy castles.

    17:00 a 20:00. Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    Tuesday 28th December

    “Solidarity”

    Christmas around the world

    Masks, Toys and rounds from around the World.

    11:00 a 14:00 Workshops and special games

    16:00 a 20:00 Workshops and special games

    Sponsored by the  C.A.M bank and the Culture Ministry.

    Wednesday 29th December

    11:00 a 14:00  Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    17:00 a 20:00 Inflateable bouncy castles.

    18:00 a 20:00 Visit FROM THE THREE KINGS rOYAL POSTMAN.

    Thursday 30th December

    11:00 A 14:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    17:00 a 20:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    18:00 a 20:00 VISIT FROM THE THREE KINGS ROYAL POSTMAN.

    Friday 31st December

    11:00 a 14:00  Inflateable bouncy castles.

    23:00 a 03:00 NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY,  Clock chimes, party bag, lucky grapes and live orchestra held in the  SS.MM Los Reyes de España Square.

    24:00 Firework Display.

    Saturday 1st January

    11:00 a 14:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    17:00 a 20:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    Sunday 2nd January

    11.00 a 14:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    VISIT FROM THE THREE KINGS ROYAL POSTMAN TO THE ERMITA DE SANZ.

    17:00 a 20:00 inflatable bouncy castles.

    18:00 a 20:00 VISIT FROM THE THREE KINGS ROYAL POSTAMAN

    During the day surprise guests and attractions.

    Monday 3rd January

    11:00 a 14:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    17:00 a 20:00  Inflatable bouncy castles.

    18:00 a 20:00 Visit FROM THE THREE KINGS ROYAL POSTMAN

    Tuesday 4th January

    11:00 a 14:00 Childrens Workshops and bouncy castle

    17:00 a 20:00 Inflatable bouncy castles

    18:00 a 20:00 VISIT FROM THE THREE KINGS ROYAL POSTMAN.

    Wednesday  5th January.

    18:00   GRAND THREE KINGS PARADE this years route will be:- C/Alcalde D José Such, Avd de los Almendros, C/Marte, C/Venus, C/Ruzafa, C/ Herrerías, Plaza Doctor Fleming and finishing in the Square  SS.MM Los Reyes de España.

  • Spanish Darts Championship

    Darts Championship   4th to 7th of December.  darts

    The Hotel Bali is to hold the National Individual Championship 501 and also the International Championship.  According to the organisers of the event there will be approx 2,500 people attending the event.

  • Spanish Darts Championship

    Darts Championship   4th to 7th of December.  darts

    The Hotel Bali is to hold the National Individual Championship 501 and also the International Championship.  According to the organisers of the event there will be approx 2,500 people attending the event.

  • Great expectations in Terra Natura Benidorm

    A possible pregnancy at Terra Natura Benidorm

    The age difference didn’t matter to the two Indian Rhinoceros in Terra Natura Benidorm. Shiwa a female rhino aged 8 and Niko aged 24 appear to have mated successfully and staff believes that Shiwa may be pregnant which would be great news as this particular species is in danger of extinction.

    To be able to confirm this possible pregnancy, stool samples are collected twice a week which are frozen and then tested in a laboratory in Vienna, Austria.

    The Austrian Laboratory test for an increase in hormone levels which takes approximately two weeks before the pregnancy can be confirmed.

    If Shiwa is expecting, Terra Natura Benidorm will be the first zoo in Spain to form part of the small group to have achieved the reproduction of this species in captivity.

    The species of Indian Rhino is in serious danger of extinction, there are approximately only 2,500 left in India and Nepal.

    Niko’s advanced age didn’t seem to affect his interest for Shiwa.  Males achieve sexual maturity from 9 years of age while females reach sexual maturity at 5 years.  The species has a life expectancy of between 30 to 40 years but female fertility is considerably reduced from the age of 30.

    If Shiwa’s pregnancy is confirmed, it would be 16 months until she finally gives birth in the Benidorm Zoo.

    Shiwa weighs in at a hefty 1.700 kilograms and measure 1.80 metres high although she is considerable smaller than her mate Niko who weighs 2.000 kilograms, measures 2 metres high and 4 metres long.

    Curiously, despite their size these animals can reach speeds of up to 56 miles per hour over short distances, and perform with agility in the water while feeding on plants located on the banks of rivers, lakes and ponds. Their hide is divided into panels resembling a shell, which is crowned by the characteristic horn 10 to 60 inches on their nose.

  • Great expectations in Terra Natura Benidorm

    A possible pregnancy at Terra Natura Benidorm

    The age difference didn’t matter to the two Indian Rhinoceros in Terra Natura Benidorm. Shiwa a female rhino aged 8 and Niko aged 24 appear to have mated successfully and staff believes that Shiwa may be pregnant which would be great news as this particular species is in danger of extinction.

    To be able to confirm this possible pregnancy, stool samples are collected twice a week which are frozen and then tested in a laboratory in Vienna, Austria.

    The Austrian Laboratory test for an increase in hormone levels which takes approximately two weeks before the pregnancy can be confirmed.

    If Shiwa is expecting, Terra Natura Benidorm will be the first zoo in Spain to form part of the small group to have achieved the reproduction of this species in captivity.

    The species of Indian Rhino is in serious danger of extinction, there are approximately only 2,500 left in India and Nepal.

    Niko’s advanced age didn’t seem to affect his interest for Shiwa.  Males achieve sexual maturity from 9 years of age while females reach sexual maturity at 5 years.  The species has a life expectancy of between 30 to 40 years but female fertility is considerably reduced from the age of 30.

    If Shiwa’s pregnancy is confirmed, it would be 16 months until she finally gives birth in the Benidorm Zoo.

    Shiwa weighs in at a hefty 1.700 kilograms and measure 1.80 metres high although she is considerable smaller than her mate Niko who weighs 2.000 kilograms, measures 2 metres high and 4 metres long.

    Curiously, despite their size these animals can reach speeds of up to 56 miles per hour over short distances, and perform with agility in the water while feeding on plants located on the banks of rivers, lakes and ponds. Their hide is divided into panels resembling a shell, which is crowned by the characteristic horn 10 to 60 inches on their nose.

  • THE BAIX WINDMILL

    On the slopes of the Sierra Aitana Mountain, 15 kilometres fromVillajoyosa and 23 kilometres from Benidorm, is the small village of Sella.  With approximately 500 River at the Baix windmill Sellainhabitants it has maintained all of its rural aspects despite its proximity to the popular tourist destinations.

    The closeness to the Sierra Aitana peaks, mean that the climate is not as warm as the coast so it has not experienced the growth that has been seen in other areas exploited by tourism.  Indirectly, this has been favourable to the traditional character of the mountains towns like Sella.

    The Rivers Sella and Arc surround the village joining together in the south before they meet the Amadorio and flow out to sea in Villajoyosa.

    The Baix windmill is one of the many windmills marking the area.  There are five of them in total in SellaThe windmill was operational right up until 1968, when it profits were practically non existent and the machines finally ceased operating.

    The windmill was a hydraulic mill, also known in the area as a Maquila.  A Maquila was a measure or portion of the flour, grain or oil, used as payment to the mill owner for his work.  The structure is still intact, as is the machinery and visitors can see the process in which the cereal is transformed into flour.shelter at the Baix windmill Sella

    The windmill, used today as a rural hotel, retains its centuries old charm, surrounded by poplar trees and running water.  These elements along with the wind, which blows in from the Aitana, give the windmill and the surrounding area an unmistakable character.

    Approximately 3 kilometres from the windmill and the village, in an area of olive, pine and carob trees, is the source of the river Arc.  Here the mountain has some magnificent vertical slopes.  They are not difficult to reach, great for climbing, and attract mountaineers from all over Europe. Then the surrounding area and the shelter, (constructed in an era before the existence of ropes, carabineers and mountaineering pins) are transformed into another world.

  • THE BAIX WINDMILL

    On the slopes of the Sierra Aitana Mountain, 15 kilometres fromVillajoyosa and 23 kilometres from Benidorm, is the small village of Sella.  With approximately 500 River at the Baix windmill Sellainhabitants it has maintained all of its rural aspects despite its proximity to the popular tourist destinations.

    The closeness to the Sierra Aitana peaks, mean that the climate is not as warm as the coast so it has not experienced the growth that has been seen in other areas exploited by tourism.  Indirectly, this has been favourable to the traditional character of the mountains towns like Sella.

    The Rivers Sella and Arc surround the village joining together in the south before they meet the Amadorio and flow out to sea in Villajoyosa.

    The Baix windmill is one of the many windmills marking the area.  There are five of them in total in SellaThe windmill was operational right up until 1968, when it profits were practically non existent and the machines finally ceased operating.

    The windmill was a hydraulic mill, also known in the area as a Maquila.  A Maquila was a measure or portion of the flour, grain or oil, used as payment to the mill owner for his work.  The structure is still intact, as is the machinery and visitors can see the process in which the cereal is transformed into flour.shelter at the Baix windmill Sella

    The windmill, used today as a rural hotel, retains its centuries old charm, surrounded by poplar trees and running water.  These elements along with the wind, which blows in from the Aitana, give the windmill and the surrounding area an unmistakable character.

    Approximately 3 kilometres from the windmill and the village, in an area of olive, pine and carob trees, is the source of the river Arc.  Here the mountain has some magnificent vertical slopes.  They are not difficult to reach, great for climbing, and attract mountaineers from all over Europe. Then the surrounding area and the shelter, (constructed in an era before the existence of ropes, carabineers and mountaineering pins) are transformed into another world.

  • My Camp Rock

    CHARITY NEW YEAR GALAMy Camp Rock

    Organised by the Benidorm Rotary Club

    The finalists from the televison competition My camp rock will perform at the Benidorm Palace Saturday 2nd January at 16:30 hours.

    In aid of the Benidorm disabled association A.S.M.I.B.E.

    Tickets on sale soon from the kiosk in the Plaza Triangular, Benidorm Palace box office and Yago cafeterias.

  • My Camp Rock

    CHARITY NEW YEAR GALAMy Camp Rock

    Organised by the Benidorm Rotary Club

    The finalists from the televison competition My camp rock will perform at the Benidorm Palace Saturday 2nd January at 16:30 hours.

    In aid of the Benidorm disabled association A.S.M.I.B.E.

    Tickets on sale soon from the kiosk in the Plaza Triangular, Benidorm Palace box office and Yago cafeterias.

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