Dancing with the Sun 2026
Amenities
Holiday Highlights
Details
Benalmádena is a lively resort town on Spain’s Costa del Sol, known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant promenade, and the award-winning Puerto Marina – one of Europe’s most picturesque harbours. With a mix of traditional Andalusian charm and modern leisure options, it’s the perfect backdrop for a sun-soaked dance retreat.
Your home for the week, Hotel Alay Benalmádena, is a stylish hotel located just 50 metres from the beach. With serene surroundings, modern rooms, and a prime location near the marina, it offers the perfect balance of relaxation and access to local restaurants, shops, and nightlife. This gorgeous hotel also features two swimming pools, a solarium, a stacked fitness centre & bars/restaurants.
Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just looking to try something new, this holiday promises fun, movement, and memories to last a lifetime.
What's Included
Dancing with the Sun 2026
Presented by Dancing Champions Karen Byrne & Jake Carter
6th – 11th May 2026 | Benalmádena, Costa del Sol
What’s Included
- Return flights from Dublin to Malaga
- 20kg checked baggage per person
- Return airport transfers
- 5 nights B&B at Hotel Alay Benalmádena
- Daily dance classes with Karen & Jake
- Live entertainment & activities
- Interactive Games Night
- Excursion to Malaga
- Farewell breakfast & sea swim
Holiday Highlights
- Daily Dance Classes with Karen & Jake – learn styles like Samba, Jive, Cha Cha, Flamenco & more
- Live Entertainment including Interactive games night, quizzes, and a dancing extravaganza
- Sunrise Yoga & Beach Stretching with Jake
- Excursion to Malaga City with your hosts
- Meet & Greet with sangria, nibbles, and chats
- Adults-only 4★ Hotel Alay just steps from the beach and Puerto Marina
- Time to Relax by the pool or explore the stunning Costa del Sol
Details
• Depart 08.50 Dublin to Malaga arrive 12.55 – group transfer to Hotel Alay Benalmadena
• Cassidy Travel Reps in attendance to assist!
• Meet & greet with Karen and Jake – sangria, nibbles and chats – location America Bar
• Evening at leisure
7th May
• Breakfast
• Morning dance class (Samba) 2 hours at 10.30 – ballroom or courtyard
• Afternoon free to explore or sunbathe by pool
8th May
• Morning sunrise yoga or stretching on the beach or run with Jake
• Breakfast
• Morning dance class (jive)
• Afternoon free to explore or sunbathe by pool
• Interactive Games Night – and jive practice in the ballroom
9th May
• Breakfast
• Morning dance class (Cha Cha) 2 hours at 10.30
• Lunchtime excursion to Malaga city, 3-4 hours
• Evening quiz hosted by Jake, close to the pool bar
10th May
• Breakfast in hotel
• Morning dance class either Flamenco or Theatre 2 hours at 10.30
• Day at leisure
• Dancing extravaganza in the ballroom all styles – competition time!
11th May
• Morning yoga or stretch class on the beach or run with Jake
• Sea swim for all
• Farewell breakfast with Karen and Jake
• Departure from hotel 13.00 - departure from Malaga 16.45
Please Note: Itinerary/Schedule is indicative & subject to minor time/event changes.