Hi, I’m Mex, a Dutch entrepreneur and digital nomad who’s passionate about sunshine, travel and spontaneous adventures.
After exploring more than 25 countries, I’ve grown to love the balance and lifestyle that southern Spain offers.
I own a vacation apartment in Benahavís, near Marbella, and through this blog I share local tips, hidden gems and personal travel insights to help you enjoy the Costa del Sol to the fullest.
Our hub of things to do in Marbella and the Costa del Sol from El Paraíso in Benahavís: Marbella Old Town, Puerto Banús, beaches, golf, Benahavís, markets, hiking, nightlife, family days out and day trips to Ronda, Gibraltar, the Caminito del Rey and Málaga, with drive times from the apartment.
How we'd plan a golf break on the Costa del Sol from our self-catering apartment in El Paraíso, Benahavís: when to go, booking tee times, typical green fees, flying with your clubs, a sample 4 to 7 night itinerary and practical tips.
A practical Benahavís village guide for guests at El Paraíso Golf Retreat: the short drive from Urb. El Paraíso, white village streets, the Benahavis river walk, where to eat, golf nearby, weather, and day trips along the Costa del Sol.
A practical guide to a Ronda day trip from El Paraíso in Benahavís: the scenic A-397 mountain drive, where to park now, Puente Nuevo and El Tajo gorge, the bullring, Arab baths and best viewpoints, where to eat, and how to reach Ronda from Marbella or Málaga.
What the weather is really like on the Costa del Sol in October and November: average temperatures, sea temperature, rain and sunset times, plus what to pack, what to do and why autumn is a great time to stay in Benahavís.
A practical guest guide to Estepona from Urb. El Paraíso: the A-7 drive west, parking in the old town, Plaza de las Flores and the flower lanes, the mural route, La Rada, sheltered El Cristo, and the marina.
A practical guest guide to San Pedro de Alcántara from Urb. El Paraíso: the A-7 drive, parking by the Boulevard, the pedestrian park, the beach and Blue Flag, Plaza de la Iglesia, and the Mercadona run that Puerto Banús is not.
A practical guest guide to Marbella's Old Town from Urb. El Paraíso: the drive, car parks near the casco antiguo, Plaza de los Naranjos and the old lanes, tapas bars, the best times to go, and how it compares with Puerto Banús.
A short, practical guide to visiting Puerto Banús from Urb. El Paraíso: drive times, parking reality, marina walk, evenings out, and when to skip the crowds.