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title: El Paraíso Blog
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updated_at: 2026-10-20
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# El Paraíso Blog

Discover the best of Costa del Sol with insider tips, local guides, and expert advice for making the most of your stay in Benahavís and beyond.

- 2026-10-20 · [Hiking near Benahavís: Sierra de las Nieves, La Concha, Istán and Sierra Bermeja](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/hiking-near-benahavis.md) — A hiking guide for guests at El Paraíso: easy Guadalmina river paths and the Montemayor castle in Benahavís, La Concha from Juanar or Istán, the Juanar viewpoint walk above Ojén, the Río Verde pools of Istán, the Torrecilla in the Sierra de las Nieves National Park and the Sierra Bermeja pinsapos, with official distances, times and drive times.
- 2026-10-19 · [Caminito del Rey from El Paraíso: tickets, parking, drive and tips](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/caminito-del-rey-from-el-paraiso.md) — Our Caminito del Rey guide from the apartment in El Paraíso: official ticket prices and booking, opening days and age limit, the drive, parking and the shuttle bus, tours, what to bring and a simple day plan.
- 2026-10-18 · [Marbella market guide: weekly markets from Puerto Banús to Estepona](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/markets-near-el-paraiso.md) — A day by day Marbella market guide for guests at El Paraíso: the Puerto Banús Saturday market in Nueva Andalucía, Marbella on Monday, San Pedro on Thursday, Estepona on Wednesday and Sunday, and the Benahavís Sunday rastro, with official days and hours, rough drive times and tips for a market morning.
- 2026-10-17 · [Beach clubs in Marbella, Puerto Banús and Estepona: a guide from El Paraíso](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/beach-clubs-marbella-puerto-banus-estepona.md) — The best beach clubs in Marbella, Puerto Banús and Estepona for guests at El Paraíso: Ocean Club, La Sala by the Sea, Nikki Beach, Playa Padre, Trocadero, Sublim, Beso Beach and Macaao, with rough drive times, published prices, seasons and when a simple chiringuito is the better choice.
- 2026-10-16 · [Winter sun destinations: why the Costa del Sol works in winter](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/winter-sun-destinations-costa-del-sol.md) — How the Costa del Sol compares with the Canaries, the Algarve, Madeira, Cyprus and Malta for winter sun, using real January climate data. Plus what December to February actually feels like, things to do in winter near El Paraíso, and practical tips for wintering in Spain.
- 2026-10-15 · [Benahavís River Walk: swimming, jumping and adventure in the gorge](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/benahavis-river-walk-guide.md) — A practical Benahavís River Walk guide from our apartment in El Paraíso: what the Guadalmina gorge walk is like, guided vs independent, kit list, who it suits, tips and how to pair it with the village.
- 2026-10-14 · [Mijas Pueblo from El Paraíso: drive, views and La Cala de Mijas](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/mijas-pueblo-from-el-paraiso.md) — A practical guide to Mijas Pueblo from our apartment in Benahavís: the 50-minute drive east, where to park, Plaza de la Constitución, the ermita and coastal viewpoints, pottery streets, where to eat, and how to add La Cala de Mijas as a beach stop on the same loop.
- 2026-10-13 · [White villages near Benahavís: Setenil de las Bodegas, Casares and Gaucín](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/white-villages-near-benahavis.md) — A practical guide to the white villages of Andalucía you can reach from our apartment in Benahavís: Casares, Gaucín and the Genal Valley, blue Júzcar and Setenil de las Bodegas with its houses built under the rock, plus drive times, parking tips, food and three easy loops.
- 2026-10-12 · [Costa del Sol weather by month: when to visit Benahavís and Marbella](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/costa-del-sol-weather-by-month.md) — A month-by-month guide to Costa del Sol weather from our apartment in Benahavís: average air and sea temperatures, rain and sunshine, crowds, what's open, golf conditions, what to pack and the best time to visit Marbella for beaches, golf, hiking or winter sun.
- 2026-10-11 · [Things to do in Marbella from El Paraíso: a Costa del Sol guide](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/things-to-do-near-el-paraiso-marbella.md) — 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.
- 2026-10-10 · [Golf holidays in Spain: how to plan a Costa del Sol golf break](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/golf-break-costa-del-sol.md) — 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.
- 2026-10-09 · [Benahavís village guide: what to do, eat and see near El Paraíso](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/benahavis-village-guide.md) — 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.
- 2026-10-08 · [Ronda, Spain day trip from El Paraíso: the drive, Puente Nuevo and what to see](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/ronda-day-trip-from-el-paraiso.md) — 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.
- 2026-10-07 · [Málaga weather in October and November: Costa del Sol guide](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/costa-del-sol-in-october-november.md) — 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.
- 2026-10-04 · [Estepona from El Paraíso: drive, old town, beach and marina](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/estepona-from-el-paraiso.md) — 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.
- 2026-10-01 · [San Pedro de Alcántara from El Paraíso: drive, Boulevard, beach and everyday town](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/san-pedro-de-alcantara-from-el-paraiso.md) — 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.
- 2026-09-28 · [Marbella Old Town from El Paraíso: drive, park, what to see](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/marbella-old-town-from-el-paraiso.md) — 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.
- 2026-09-22 · [Puerto Banús from El Paraíso: drive, park, marina guide](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/puerto-banus-from-el-paraiso.md) — 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.
- 2026-09-19 · [Restaurants in Benahavís from El Paraíso: where to eat](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/restaurants-benahavis-el-paraiso.md) — A practical guest guide to eating out from Urb. El Paraíso: Benahavís village dining, reservations, parking, price cues, and coastal alternatives.
- 2026-09-16 · [Golf near El Paraíso & Benahavís: courses from the apartment](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/golf-near-el-paraiso-benahavis.md) — A practical guest guide to golf from Urb. El Paraíso: El Paraíso Golf Club, Los Arqueros, La Quinta, Atalaya, Guadalmina, bigger names like La Cala and Valderrama, and how to plan your days.
- 2026-09-13 · [Málaga Airport to El Paraíso: taxi, transfer or rental car](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/malaga-airport-to-el-paraiso.md) — How to get from Málaga Airport to El Paraíso in Benahavís: drive times, taxi vs private transfer vs rental car, plus practical arrival tips.
- 2025-08-07 · [Car rental in Benahavís: Málaga Airport car hire and driving tips](https://paraisogolfretreat.com/blog/car-rental-in-benahavis.md) — Everything you need to know about renting a car in Benahavís. Best deals, providers, road trip ideas & driving tips on Costa del Sol.

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