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Nebulossa says goodbye to Benidorm before leaving for Malmö to represent Spain in Eurovision

The mayor receives María Bas and Mark Dasousa “convinced” that on May 11 they will repeat the success of the Benidorm Fest

The mayor of Benidorm, Toni Pérez, received María Bas and Mark Dasousa, members of the Nebulossa group, at the city's Town Hall this Tuesday, in what will be one of their last stops before their departure to the Swedish city of Malmö to represent Spain in the Eurovision final. During this visit, the first mayor has been “convinced” that on May 11, María and Mark will repeat the success obtained last February at the Benidorm Fest, when they won the 'Bronze Microphone' and with “the affection and the support of the entire public.”

The reception took place in the Mayor's office and the Councilor for Festivals and Events, Jesús Carrobles, as well as the Director of Communication and Participation of Spanish Radio Television, María Eizaguirre, also participated, who were later joined by the Minister of Innovation, Industry, Commerce and Tourism of the Generalitat Valenciana, Nuria Montes.

“I am convinced of their success,” stated the mayor, who also pointed out that, “no matter what happens, they already have first place because they have already conquered not only the Spanish public but also a large part of the Eurovision audience. Furthermore, Toni Pérez has stressed that "this is a complete success: for them especially in their professional career, but also for us because it is the winning song of the Benidorm Fest and that fills us with pride."

The first mayor has informed María and Mark that Benidorm, “within the extraordinary alliance that represents the Benidorm Fest, together with RTVE and the Generalitat Valenciana, we have programmed a lot of activity around that celebration of May 11 both there, in Malmö , as for those of us who stay here.” Likewise, he highlighted that, thanks to all these acts, “we will have the opportunity to share many moments with them, even if it is from a distance.”

For their part, the members of Nebulossa have reported the “good feelings” they are receiving from the public in the first national and international performances prior to Eurovision. Among them, those from the European tour that began last weekend in Amsterdam and Stockholm, where hundreds of people chanted the lyrics of 'Zorra'.

"What is happening to us is something very big," acknowledged María Bas, who acknowledged that "it was clear that here, in Spain, there was a multitude of people who supported us and followed us and now we have found that in Europe The same thing has continued to happen: the song is understood perfectly and the message has reached people because they feel identified, so we cannot ask for more.

Finally, the members of Nebulossa have thanked “the support of Benidorm Fest and RTVE,since they participated in this contest and throughout their journey towards the final Eurovision gala.

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(Benidorm & surrounding areas)

Overview

This week across Benidorm, Altea, Albir, Finestrat, and La Nucía is mainly:

Weekly markets and street trading

Live music in bars and small venues

Early spring coastal tourism activity (boat trips, promenades)

Small cultural events and exhibitions

Gradual build-up toward May festivals in Benidorm

BENIDORM – Events and Activity

Markets and street life

Wednesday and Sunday main street markets (large general markets for clothing, food, and goods)
Old Town craft stalls operating in the evenings
Night markets becoming more active as tourist season builds

Cultural activity

Early preparations and signage for the Medieval Market coming soon in central Benidorm
Small pop-up performances in Old Town squares (musicians, street entertainment)

Nightlife and entertainment

Live music every night across the main strips (cover bands, tribute acts, karaoke)
DJ sets and bar entertainment increasing toward peak season
Rooftop bars and terrace venues reopening more consistently

Overall feel

Benidorm is in an active pre-summer phase with strong nightlife and steady tourist flow.

ALTEA – Cultural and coastal atmosphere

Old Town and culture
Art galleries and artisan shops open daily
Small exhibitions and cultural displays in local venues

Live music

Acoustic and low-key live music in bars around Old Town and seafront areas
Occasional weekend performances in Irish and cocktail bars

Sea activities

Boat trips operating from Altea harbour including:
Coastal cruises
Sunset sailing trips
Swimming stops depending on weather conditions

Overall feel

Quiet, scenic, and cultural with a strong focus on relaxation rather than nightlife.

ALBIR / ALFÀS DEL PI – Mixed expat and local activity

Markets

Friday weekly street market with food, clothing, and household goods
Nearby Sunday markets in Altea also attract visitors from the area

Live music

Regular pub and bar entertainment, especially in Irish and rock-themed venues
Weekly live bands and acoustic performances across multiple venues

Cultural venues

Casa de Cultura hosting small theatre events, exhibitions, and community activities
Regular local group meetings and social clubs

Overall feel

Balanced area with both relaxed daytime atmosphere and active evenings.

LA NUCÍA – Local and sporting focus

Markets

Sunday rastro (large flea market with antiques, tools, clothes, and food stalls)
Entertainment
Occasional live music in local bars, mostly weekends

Sports activity

Large sports complex hosting training camps, tournaments, and weekend events

Overall feel

Quiet residential town with activity concentrated around weekends and sports events.

FINESTRAT – Beach and market lifestyle

Markets

Tuesday and Saturday markets in La Cala area with a mix of local produce and goods

Beachfront activity

Beach bars and restaurants increasingly open in the evenings
Sunset dining season beginning again

Entertainment

Low-key live music in beachfront bars rather than organised events

Overall feel

Relaxed coastal town focused on beach life and casual evenings.

OVERALL SUMMARY

Benidorm: busiest area with nightlife, markets, and entertainment

Altea: cultural, scenic, and relaxed

Albir / Alfàs del Pi: balanced mix of live music and expat social life

La Nucía: local, quiet, and sports-focused

Finestrat: beach-oriented and low-key

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