Articles on Alicante - Costa Blanca - Spain

Elche, A Magical Town In Alicante Spain

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 21:36:44 +0100

Acknowledged as the ‘The City of Palms,’ Elche is much famed for its expansive palm tree grove, also known as the Palmeral of Elche, which is credited to be the only Palm forest in Europe, consisting of over 10,000 palm trees, of which majority of them are date palms.

Why Costa Blanca Property Is So Sought After

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 22:32:47 +0100

A fabulous range of Costa Blanca property is available to choose from for investments according to your budget and preferences, such as building plots, town houses, country houses, elegant villas, and beautiful apartments with such facilities as gardens and swimming pools. No matter if the property you have chosen is re-sale or new construction, both have their own benefits. The prime benefit of a re-sale property is that it allows you to own the property within a short span of time. But in the case of new construction, one of the greatest benefits is that you can design layout according to your tastes and needs.

Torrevieja, A Hotspot For Tourist And Ex-Pats

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 09:23:59 +0100

For active holiday makers who are looking for something different during their vacation trip, one of the best options is Torrevieja. Located midway between Alicante in the north and Murcia in the south - Torrevieja is an exquisite Spanish coastal city on the beautiful coast of the Mediterranean Sea on the sunny southern part of Costa Blanca. Torrevieja, literally meaning ‘Old Tower,’ gets its name from an ancient tower known as la Torre Vieja, which was built to safeguard the place from the attack of the Berber pirates. Once a fishing village, Torrevieja has now developed to a prosperous seaside town.

Just Why Is Denia In Alicante So Popular?

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 09:22:29 +0100

Anyone that visits the Costa Blanca in Spain would no doubt end up visiting Denia that lies just eighty-five kilometers north of Alicante, especially as this city is famous for its many holiday attractions. If you are one of those that love a long drive then you can reach Denia using the N-332 that is a wonderful road that takes you along the coastline of Costa Blanca to the city itself. The other road you may want to use is the A7 highway.

Costa Blanca

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 09:07:31 +0100

On a visit to Costa Blanca you might want to check out a few important and well liked holiday spots where you can unwind on the beaches including Altea, Javea, Moraira as well as Benidorm, Torrevieja and Guardamar. And, there are many wonderful villas that serve as ideal accommodation and are a favorite among tourists with something of special interest in each one. To reach Javea that lies about ninety kilometers from Alicante on the east coast of Iberia and a hundred kilometers from Valencia, you can take a plane and land at one of the international airports in either of these two cities. Or, if you are planning to drive down, then you can travel the A-7 from any part of Europe.

Alicante Property

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 09:05:41 +0100

A fabulous range of Alicante property is available to choose from for investments according to your budget and preferences, such as building plots, town houses, country houses, elegant villas, and beautiful apartments with such facilities as gardens and swimming pools. No matter if the property you have chosen is re-sale or new construction, both have their own benefits. The prime benefit of a re-sale property is that it allows you to own the property within a short span of time. But in the case of new construction, one of the greatest benefits is that you can design layout according to your tastes and needs.

Alicante Hotels

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 09:02:56 +0100

Alicante hotels can also be chosen according to the budget of the travelers. There are hotels, specially designed for luxury travelers, including Hesperia Alicante Golf Spa Hotel, Melia Alicante, Gravinocinco, Spa Morta Maris, and Eurostars Mediterranea Palace Hotels, of which many of them are coupled with most sophisticated facilities such as multi cuisine restaurants, golf clubs, fitness centers, spa, swimming pools, suites, round the clock room services, and shopping facilities. For budget conscious travelers, discount or cheap hotels are available that are priced less than EUR 50, prominent being Hotel Castilla Alicante, Hotel Ibis Alicante, Express by Holiday Inn Alicante, Hotel Estudiotel, and Hotel Tryp Ciudad De Alicante. Similarly, for travelers who can spend some more, hotels ranging between EUR 50 and EUR 70 can be opted.

Benidorm

Mon, 14 May 2007 16:59:35 +0100

Benidorm is a major city lying along the Costa Blanca, about 45 km north of Alicante, in Valencia, Spain. Home to over 65,000 people, it is the fifth most populous town in the Alicante province. However, outside of Spain, the popularity of Benidorm is borne out of the fact that it is one among the much sought after tourist resorts along the Mediterranean coast. Despite its modern look and feel, the city is synonymous with night life and beaches, and a popular vacation hotspot. The mild weather is another factor that attracts lots of tourists to Benidorm.

Alicante An Amazing City In The Costa Blanca Region Of Spain

Fri, 20 Apr 2007 13:12:26 +0100

Uniquely located between the sea and the mountains, Alicante is a beautiful port city and a commercial town in Valencia, Spain. It is also the second largest Valencian city and is the headquarters of the province of Alicante. Home to over 0.3 million people, Alicante is also a popular tourist destination in Europe. Alicante has a compact city center, which would mean that many of the tourist attractions can be visited by roaming around in foot. The city is pre-historical and hence there are lots of historical places of interests in Alicante that are worth a visit. Iglesia de Santa Maria - the 15th century church – is one such edifice, also the oldest in Alicante. The interesting aspect with Iglesia de Santa Maria is that it was a mosque during the Moorish times. The MUBAG and Town Hall are situated quite nearby. The Monastery de la Santa Faz, built in 1752, 5 km from the city center, is another historic site worth paying a visit.

Benidorm Sightseeing

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 22:03:55 +0100

Benidorm is one of the most wonderful tourist destinations in Spain, located at the heart of Costa Blanca region. Situated just 45 km north-east of Alicante, Benidorm draws tourist all year round, particularly in summer. Benidorm offers excellent sightseeing opportunities, with its fabulous attractions ranging from the Castle of Conde de Alfaz and the Prades Mountains to excellent beaches and a variety of theme parks. Equally fascinating is Benidorm’s nightlife, boasting of a plethora of bars and nightclubs, many of them with an exotic as well as innovative ambience. This article elucidates all about Benidorm sightseeing and attractions. Most popular among Benidorm’s attractions is perhaps the Castle of Conde de Alfaz, which is renowned for its show, featuring knights jousting and fighting on the horseback. The fight in turn includes the application of items like swords, spears, and shields. The focal point of the show is dinner that is served in a medieval style, with a menu inclusive of sumptuous dishes such as pork ribs, Sangaria, bread, and roast chicken. This show usually lasts for two hours, and is usually conducted on Friday and Saturday nights. Another excellent option for Benidorm sightseeing is Benidorm Palace, the highlight of which is an amazing three-hour dinner show played on every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. A variety of other shows are also conducted here, such as dances, singing, and comedy as well as magic shows.

Benidorm Spain

Sat, 17 Mar 2007 15:32:05 +0000

An exciting as well as lively destination - Benidorm is a small town, situated north of Alicante, on the Costa Blanca. One of the main draws of Benidorm is its nightlife. Once the sun goes down, Benidorm’s exclusive venues become alive with its non stop entertainment, which continues until the sun is up. Perhaps the best in the whole Europe, the nightlife in Benidorm is both a fun and entertainment, and is also a blend of Spanish culture, heritage, and wonderful relaxation. With its enormous variety of nightclubs, pubs, discos, and a tempting assortment of trendy cabaret bars, of which many of them have an international flavor. Benidorm nightlife is varied and caters to people of all age groups. Apart from British bars, there are also a large number of Dutch, German, Irish, and Scandinavian bars. Nightlife attractions also cover a range of Spanish restaurants and bars that represent every region of Spain.

Alicante Spain

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 19:51:06 +0000

Alicante is a historic Mediterranean port city situated in the southern part of the Land of Valencia, in Spain. Uniquely located between the sea and the mountains, the city, it is both a commercial town and a popular tourist destination in Spain. In administrative terms, Alicante is the headquarters of the province of Alicante. It is also the second biggest Valencian city, which is home to over 0.3 million people.

Benidorm, Costa Blanca, Spain

Fri, 9 Feb 2007 12:48:06 +0000

Benidorm is situated on Spain’s east coast (Costa Blanca),on the shores of the Mediterranean sea, and is protected on three sides from most adverse weather, by the mountains of Sierra Helada to the east, Aitana to the north and Tussal de la Cala to the west, with Benidorm’s fourth side dominated by two deeply curved bays which keep the sea tranquil, and ensure that sunbathers and swimmers remain in a safe and warm environment for most of the year.

El Campello

Wed, 31 Jan 2007 23:18:10 +0000

El Campello is a beautiful coastal town in the Costa Blanca region of Spain

Spanish coast sun, sand and sea

Sat, 27 Jan 2007 12:48:47 +0000

For a long time Spain is known as one of the best resort destinations in Europe. Its good climate and warm Mediterranean Sea attract millions and millions tourists a year. In these article we’ll try to name some Spanish resorts worth visiting.

La Villajoyosa

Mon, 22 Jan 2007 01:28:28 +0000

Situated on the original N332 between Alicante (32 kilometres) and Benidorm (5 kilometres), is a beautiful but diverse coastal town, with a population of about 23,500. It is a mixture of both old and new constructed areas, with in its centre you find the old part of town, with its narrow cobbled streets, a pastel shaded painted houses, old castle walls and flower bedecked cottages which overlook the Rio Amadorio and sea.

Discover the beauty of Alicante in Spain

Tue, 2 Jan 2007 00:01:54 +0000

You can travel over many parts of Europe, but there is something very special about the Alicante region of Costa Blanca in southern Spain.

Amongst the large towns and cities of Denia, Benidorm and Alicante, you will find some beautiful and traditional villages such as Busot, Benitachell and Jijona that will make you feel a million miles from home.

LoveAlicante.com Website Launched for Tourist Information and guides to Car Hire, Cheap Flights and Property in Alicante - Spain

Mon, 1 Jan 2007 23:49:05 +0000

LoveAlicante.com is a new, helpful, online travel and business resource website for the Alicante region of Costa Blanca in Spain.

Aimed at tourists, businesses, property & real estate investors and also people looking for relocation to the Alicante region, the Love Alicante website aims to provide a useful resource and guide to the area, as well as offering businesses in the Alicante region a free listing in the Directory to help promote their products or services.

Alicante - A Jewel In Spain's Crown

Wed, 24 May 2006 08:29:45 +0000

Alicante or Alicant (Valencian Catalan) is the largest city in the Costa Blanca region of Spain and is one of the most beautiful places you could wish to travel to if you take the time and the effort to explore the region and some of it's sheer beauty.