Articles on <a href="http://www.lovealicante.com" target="_blank" >Alicante</a> hotels, cheap flights, car hire and rentals, San Juan, hoteles, apartamentos, villas, Costa Blanca, Benidorm, Malaga, Spain http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/sitemap.htm Regional/Europe/Spain/Autonomous_Communities/Valencian_Community/Alicante/ Copyright 2006 LoveAlicante.com All Rights Reserved http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en Thu, 30 Aug 2007 18:29:59 +0100 Thu, 30 Aug 2007 18:29:59 +0100 FeedForAll v2.0 (2.0.1.0) http://www.feedforall.com Alicante is one of the most desired destinations to visit in Spain. Traveling to Alicante during the summer months will prove to be the busiest time of the year to travel. As such, you will want to begin making your vacation plans. An early reservation will allow you to get the better rates on airfare and car hire. Most travelers fly into the Alicante International Airport, one of Spain s larger airports offering many discount flights into the region. A large selection of large and small carriers fly into this airport from around the world and serve travelers to not only Alicante but also the popular destinations of Benidorm, Denia and even Murcia. Again, you should book early to find the best rate and ensure availability especially during the summer months. To find the best prices on flights to Alicante, you will have to do some research and the best place to start is online travel sites. Online sites allow you to compare fares from different carriers, but keep in mind that all discount airlines may not be listed on the travel websites. Though it may take extra time, contacting the company or airlines directly for information regarding flights and fares may save you quite a bit of money in the end. As mentioned earlier, the summer season is the busiest travel time to the Costa Blanca. The longer you wait, the less money you will likely save as flights are booked quickly. The fewer seats remaining on the flight, the higher fare you will pay. Another factor in the price of the fare is when you will travel. Traveling during the week is generally cheaper than weekend fares, specifically flights on Tuesday through Thursdays which are usually better fares. Be sure to book your return flight for midweek also. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/travelling-to-alicante.htm Regional/Europe/Spain/Autonomous_Communities/Valencian_Community/Alicante/ 03426F64-B960-412F-880B-1E04797A8478 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:25:18 +0100 Ok, so you have a vacation rental and you need to advertise it in order to increase your rental income? You have tried a more traditional approach to advertising it, such as local newspapers, magazines, shop windows, billboards, WOM(word of mouth) and other such methods. But you just aren't getting the inquiries and the bookings that you require to give you a decent return on your property investment? By utilizing the power and speed of the internet you can now advertise your vacation or holiday home rental using one of a number of vacation rental listing sites. Using such sites will not only save you time, but will also save you a lot of money compared to the more traditional methods mentioned previously. When you need to rent your vacation rental you need to give it maximum exposure in the right places. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/rental-villa.htm Regional/Europe/Spain/Autonomous_Communities/Valencian_Community/Alicante/ 15C62CF0-6C71-42A0-98B4-8E850F9EB7A6 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:24:54 +0100 Alicante is the main city of the province of Alicante in the spanish coast of the Mediterranean Sea. Area around Alicante is called Costa Blanca. Alicante is favored by travellers for its culture, nightlife and white sanded palm beaches. Alicante has kilometers of beaches. Longest, the main beach "Playa de San Juan" is 7 kilometers long. Starting from south the "El Saladar Beach" is mostly know by only locals and therefore its the quietest. "Postiguet Beach" is the beach in the city center. Great beach if you don't mind the crowd. The city has over 300,000 inhabitants and is one of the quickest-growing communities in Europe. There's been population in the area for thousands of years which you'll notice from its rich culture and old buildings in the old town, for example the city castle "Castillo de Santa Barbara" that sit on a hill near the city center. Official languages spoken are spanish and valencian. Most of the locals and almost all tourism related persons speak english and/or german so you won't likely have troubles communicating. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/pisos-en-alicante.htm Regional/Europe/Spain/Autonomous_Communities/Valencian_Community/Alicante/ 6A05D4B2-5B5F-428C-8A96-30F427B1FDAE Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:24:09 +0100 When you want fun in the sun in a place where you can relax, have a grand adventure, and find excitement and memories to last a lifetime then you should consider Alicante, Spain as a wonderful vacation destination. This city is located in the center of the gorgeous Costa Blanca region of Spain. There is so much to explore in the entire region and in the city itself that you never run out of things to do. Whether you are a solo backpacker looking for a good time, or a young couple looking for a romantic getaway, or even a retired couple looking for somewhere that offers exciting outdoor activities combined with rich history and culture than Alicante would suit all of your needs. There is so much to do in the day and evening that you will want to return to Alicante year after year to continue exploring this fascinating city. The beautiful weather and lovely scenery will give you the perfect backdrop to any type of vacation that you would like. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/alicante-hotel.htm Regional/Europe/Spain/Autonomous_Communities/Valencian_Community/Alicante/ D17E68E4-6D41-49D6-A027-714CDC61F086 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:16:15 +0100 There’s nothing worse than holidaying somewhere and not being able to get around whilst you are there. Public transport in Alicante is generally good but if you really want to make the most of your holiday and visit some of the amazing towns and cities in your own time you should think about hiring a car from one of the main car rental companies. Thankfully car hire in Alicante is relatively straightforward. You will find all the big name hire companies such as Avis, Enterprise Rent a car, Budget and Hertz all offering cut price deals and weekend specials. Most of the offices will deliver to your hotel if you can’t get out to the office to pick it up. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/car-hire-alicante.htm Regional/Europe/Spain/Autonomous_Communities/Valencian_Community/Alicante/ 95829A50-B9DD-4DAB-8DCA-BF9CC250B4D6 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:00:54 +0100 Car Hire in Malaga There’s nothing worse than holidaying somewhere and not being able to get around whilst you are there. Public transport in Malaga is generally good but if you really want to make the most of your holiday and visit some of the amazing towns and cities in your own time you should think about hiring a car from one of the main car rental companies. Thankfully car hire in Malaga is relatively straightforward. You will find all the big name hire companies such as Avis, Enterprise Rent a car, Budget and Hertz all offering cut price deals and weekend specials. Most of the offices will deliver to your hotel if you can’t get out to the office to pick it up. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/car-hire-malaga.htm 3C9A51BA-794E-45C8-B5DE-8CC187F70E86 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:16:50 +0100 There’s nothing worse than holidaying somewhere and not being able to get around whilst you are there. Public transport in Spain is generally good but if you really want to make the most of your holiday and visit some of the amazing towns and cities in your own time you should think about hiring a car from one of the main car rental companies. Thankfully car hire in Spain is relatively straightforward. You will find all the big name hire companies such as Avis, Enterprise Rent a car, Budget and Hertz all offering cut price deals and weekend specials. Most of the offices will deliver to your hotel if you can’t get out to the office to pick it up. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/car-hire-in-spain.htm E5A023B3-3DA4-42E2-BEA6-6F9D240B525E Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:17:20 +0100 There’s nothing worse than holidaying somewhere and not being able to get around whilst you are there. Public transport in Spain is generally good but if you really want to make the most of your holiday and visit some of the amazing towns and cities in your own time you should think about hiring a car from one of the main car rental companies. Thankfully Spain car hire is relatively straightforward. You will find all the big name hire companies such as Avis, Enterprise Rent a car, Budget and Hertz all offering cut price deals and weekend specials. Most of the offices will deliver to your hotel if you can’t get out to the office to pick it up. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/car-hire-spain.htm E5027C64-BF77-4A2E-88E7-B5D08F388014 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:00:22 +0100 San Juan is the capital of Puerto Rico, a popular tourist destination island in the Caribbean. The city of San Juan was founded in 1521 and is known as La Ciudad Amurallada, meaning the walled city. San Juan is the biggest natural harbor in the Caribbean and the second oldest city in the Americas. The city is a major port and tourist resort and the oldest city under the flag of the United States. The Spanish made San Juan the focal point for trade during the 16th century and fortified the entire city, now known as Old San Juan. The city has now expanded beyond its walled confines and incorporates suburban Miramar, Santurce, Condado, Hato Rey and Rio Piedras. Today, San Juan is the largest processing center for petroleum, as well as known for sugar refining, brewing and distilling. Cement, pharmaceutical and tobacco industries have been set up, which make it one of the busiest ports in the http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/car-juan-rental-san.htm C07AC55F-7AB4-48C4-9CB1-A7C03C8FCEA9 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:17:42 +0100 When thinking of hiring a car in Spain, it is of course crucial to have all the information on airports at hand if flying is your mode of transport when getting into the country. Spain boasts over 30 international airports. Information on the major airports follows; information on any of the others can be obtained from AENA (Aeropuertos Espanoles y Navegaci n A rea) Calle Arturo Soria 109, Madrid 28043 (tel: (90) 240 4704 (customer service line); website: www.aena.es), which is the organization responsible for running all of the Spanish airports. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/cheap-car-hire-in-spain.htm AA353D55-8E4C-4C5E-8E4D-E4F98C31D91C Mon, 18 Jun 2007 17:53:09 +0100 Alicante, Spain is one of the most popular destinations for travelers to the Costa Blanca region. It is situated along the beautiful coast of the Mediterranean Sea in southern Spain with the cities of Benidorm to its north and Torrevieja to its south. Whether you are visiting for business or pleasure, traveling to Alicante should not be difficult. It is easy to find cheap flights to Alicante Spain using various travel operators and cheap flight companies such as Monarch, XL Airways, Easyjet and Thomson. The best way to reach Alicante is by air and, fortunately, it has its own airport. The El Altet International Airport is only six miles from downtown Alicante. In addition to flights from various foreign countries, there are also daily flights from other cities in Spain such as Madrid and Barcelona. Once you are at the airport, there is transportation available to help you reach your final destination in the city. If you are looking for a train, though, you should know that there is no train connection at the airport. But, considering the airport is only six miles from downtown, you can use one of the many taxis outside of the airport, the bus or a car hire company. Be sure to make an advance reservation for car hire services, as they will pick you up from the airport. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/cheap-flights-alicante-spain.htm Regional/Europe/Spain/Autonomous_Communities/Valencian_Community/Alicante/ 124397A9-14F8-4D66-A5FC-3F945E78969D Mon, 18 Jun 2007 17:59:23 +0100 Make sure when you are looking to book your flight to Spain to enjoy the Spanish culture that you know what it is that you should be trying to do in an effort to get the most out of your flight when you are booking online. You should book your flights either really early or late, be willing to leave maybe a day early or late as well as trying to locate where the airports are located to see if you can find a local flight into that city. Tip 1: Book your flight early or late The best thing to do is to try and book your flight as early as possible in order to get the best rates possible for your flight. In many cases there will be a number of seats that are made available to early birds in order to fill the plane and drive up the prices for the people who are in need of a flight closer to when the http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/cheap-flights-spain.htm 66523C7E-279D-4266-B069-576421CBDCD5 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:18:11 +0100 Finding Costa Blanca Property You want your vacation to be relaxing, but it will not help if you get stressed out trying to find the right place to stay. You know the routine; you have to find a place that suits the needs of everyone in your family, is within your budget, is clean and comfortable and located near the attractions you want to visit. If you are looking for accommodations in the Costa Blanca, your problems may be solved by using one of the many online property managers who offer accommodations in the right town in the Costa Blanca for you. First you will have to decide which in the Costa Blanca appeals to you the most. Most of the towns in the Costa Blanca are situated on the beautiful white sand beaches the area is known for. The town may be scenic, offer marinas and beach facilities, have a lovely historic section, or all of these. The towns of the Costa Blanca may be different from one another, but they all have the same thing in com mom: sheltering western mountains that keep the harsh weather away, and warm breezes off the Mediterranean to temper hot days. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/costa-blanca-property.htm A98A2C19-A9BC-4038-B930-55CB7E1F8484 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:18:45 +0100 Most visitors to the Costa Blanca region take an Alicante flight into the area. Alicante airport offers many flight options and low cost fares. The accessibility of rail services, buses and care hire companies make travel to this area easy. You have many choices for travelling from the airport to other areas in the region and around the country. Over sixty million people travel to Spain each year. The Spanish government has invested in infrastructure to make the country more accessible to both visitors and citizens. As a result, this country is one of the most affordable in terms of travel. Best Prices on a Spain Flight The internet offers the ability to reserve flights into the area without a travel agent. Prices fluctuate daily and even many times during a given day. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/flights-to-alicante.htm Regional/Europe/Spain/Autonomous_Communities/Valencian_Community/Alicante/ 519AC316-B0FF-4304-B1F8-261BD7768E77 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:19:09 +0100 Spain has become one of the most popular destinations for Golf holidays. It has many championship courses and is habitat to the only desert golf course in the world. The famous golf courses are located at Las Ramblas, Campoamor and Villamartin. Andalucia is the favorite golfing holiday destination for many people which has around 70 golf courses situated in its vicinity. The tourists who visit Spain to spend a golfing holiday look for affordable golf accommodation. The tourists who visit Andalucia in Spain choose to stay in the comfortable but affordable golf accommodation close to the golf course. There's a huge range of self-catering rental apartments and villas to cater to the large number of tourists who visit Spain every year. The accommodation is of a very high standard; with all the facilities that a person would desire. In terms of accommodation the affordable golf apartments in Spain have well-fitted air conditioning, essential in the hot summer months from June to September. The accommodation is classy furnished and have satellite TV and a well-equipped kitchen fitted to the highest standards with dishwasher and washing machine. Moreover, some apartments also have thief alarms and safe boxes, as well as an underground parking and a 24-hour caretaker service as a means of security to the people staying in these apartments. Besides, there is a swimming pool, whether indoor, outdoor or both; tennis courts and gym, sauna or Jacuzzi; and a beautiful garden to relax. Anybody residing in the affordable golf accommodation in Spain, who wants to have food in the restaurants with extravagant ambiance, can choose any of the restaurants near the golf course. For shopping, whether foodstuffs, fashions or golfing accessories, all are easily available in the vicinity of this affordable accommodation in Spain. Thus a person who has chosen Spain as a holiday spot can enjoy the exclusive facilities provided by the affordable golf accommodation. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/golf-spain.htm 8ECBB23F-5962-4742-86CA-ABE27A9C8CAE Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:19:43 +0100 Alicante is the main city of the province of Alicante in the spanish coast of the Mediterranean Sea. Area around Alicante is called Costa Blanca. Alicante is favored by travellers for its culture, nightlife and white sanded palm beaches. Alicante has kilometers of beaches. Longest, the main beach "Playa de San Juan" is 7 kilometers long. Starting from south the "El Saladar Beach" is mostly know by only locals and therefore its the quietest. "Postiguet Beach" is the beach in the city center. Great beach if you don't mind the crowd. The city has over 300,000 inhabitants and is one of the quickest-growing communities in Europe. There's been population in the area for thousands of years which you'll notice from its rich culture and old buildings in the old town, for example the city castle "Castillo de Santa Barbara" that sit on a hill near the city center. Official languages spoken are spanish and valencian. Most of the locals and almost all tourism related persons speak english and/or german so you won't likely have troubles communicating. Nightlife at the city centre offers you restaurants, bars, clubs, pubs, taverns and so on.. During the summer nightlife will be centered on the main beach, 7 kilometer long "Playa de San Juan". http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/holiday-guide-alicante-spain.htm Regional/Europe/Spain/Autonomous_Communities/Valencian_Community/Alicante/ 6D45252B-B8BF-4181-AE62-3FCD03DEF7F9 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:20:15 +0100 When you want fun in the sun in a place where you can relax, have a grand adventure, and find excitement and memories to last a lifetime then you should consider Alicante, Spain as a wonderful vacation destination. This city is located in the center of the gorgeous Costa Blanca region of Spain. There is so much to explore in the entire region and in the city itself that you never run out of things to do. Whether you are a solo backpacker looking for a good time, or a young couple looking for a romantic getaway, or even a retired couple looking for somewhere that offers exciting outdoor activities combined with rich history and culture than Alicante would suit all of your needs. There is so much to do in the day and evening that you will want to return to Alicante year after year to continue exploring this fascinating city. The beautiful weather and lovely scenery will give you the perfect backdrop to any type of vacation that you would like. To get the most out of your Alicante vacation experience you will have to find the perfect hotel. You can find amazing deals for Alicante hotels all year round, from great winter deals to hot summertime deals. No matter when you want to visit Alicante you can get a deal that will allow you and your family to enjoy your vacation without breaking the bank. You ll be able to find an affordable and lovely Alicante hotel that can give you any amenities you wish from the Internet to room service, you ll be able to find an Alicante hotel to suit your budget and needs. When you find a suitable hotel you ll be able to enjoy your vacation in peace and quiet or going out and living it up. To get the best deal on a hotel in Alicante, then start your search by going no farther than your home office. That s right, all you need is the Internet to find a great deal on your Alicante hotel. Just browse on your favorite search engine and you are sure to come up with a wide array of options for getting a great deal on a hotel in Alicante. So book your hotel today and the sooner you will be soaking up sun, exploring Spain, dancing, and even playing golf. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/hotel-alicante-spain.htm Regional/Europe/Spain/Autonomous_Communities/Valencian_Community/Alicante/ CF65F58A-0AC8-4983-94F7-DA44E6089A96 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:20:42 +0100 If you are planning a trip to the Costa Blanca area, you will definitely have no difficulty finding hotels in Benidorm, Spain. There are thousands of hotel accommodations from which to choose. A shortage of Benidorm hotels is definitely not a problem, as the city has the most hotels out of all cities in Spain. Throughout the years, Benidorm s tourism has grown dramatically and its economy is now largely based on that tourism. It is an extremely popular tourist attraction for the British and, consequently, there are many British bars and pubs to serve the British tourists. Your accommodation choices in Benidorm range from the basic hotels to the five start hotels or resorts. You can also rent an apartment or villa if you prefer a quiet more private accommodation. When choosing where you want to stay while in Benidorm, you should first consider the type of area you want to stay in whether it is residential, resort, busy or on the beach. Benidorm s old town area has a historic feeling while the hotels on the beach offer easier access to the water, beach front activities, restaurants and vibrant beach front night life. The hotels along the beach are very popular during the summers. You should also consider the specific amenities offered at the hotel and be sure they suit your vacation needs. The hotel amenities and nearby entertainment vary factors such as whether you are single or traveling as a couple, or if you are with your entire family. If you like to golf or there is a golfer in the group, you will want to find a resort or hotel near a golf course. If you intend spend a lot of time on one of Benidorm s three beaches, you may want to opt for a beach front hotel. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/hotel-benidorm.htm BB4D6865-44C8-4870-9DE0-066D8DEAF430 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:22:43 +0100 There are many apartments that are available to rent when in Alicante. Mostly in the area of Costa Blanca where they are located in high rise Alicante apartments. In most cases the price of these apartments will vary based on the length of stay and of course whether you want city or shore view. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/alicante-apartments.htm Regional/Europe/Spain/Autonomous_Communities/Valencian_Community/Alicante/ FF8D9CFF-B191-4142-9F34-87676EB1A305 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:15:53 +0100 A trip to Malaga, the tourist's paradise might entice you to actually tear up your return ticket if you are a golf-enthusiast. The fabulous golf courses laid out to perfection vie with the beaches and the picturesque little villages, not to mention the historical sites and museums, for your attention. Go golfing - If that's what is on your mind you have indeed come to the right place. Malaga abounds in world-class courses to suit both professional and amateur, so much so that you will be spoilt for choice. Generally speaking, average green fees may come in the range of 45 to 85 Euros. It would be a good idea to book early in the summer months as it is the peak period, and play time may be restricted due to the heat. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/malaga-golfers-dream-vacation-spain.htm 178AFE6D-37B8-4277-9C07-F782AE45B19E Mon, 18 Jun 2007 18:23:20 +0100 The best business hotel in San Juan is the Ritz-Carlton San Juan Hotel & Casino. Situated on the beachfront in Isla Verde, this hotel is well located in the centre, minutes from the international airport, the main business and financial district, and historic Old San Juan. This hotel boasts the first casino in the Ritz-Carlton chain. Close to the business district and a very comfortable hotel with great guest service, a good gym as well as a good business center. http://www.lovealicante.com/articles/ke/beach-hotel-juan-san.htm 869A18B5-49FD-4D68-AFC6-DC0953EE0E96 Mon, 18 Jun 2007 17:59:52 +0100