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The Costa Blanca

The Costa Blanca is unquestionably not only Spain’s, but one of Europe’s most sought after holiday destinations.

Spanning over 200km of desirable coastline, Costa Blanca remains true to its roots amidst a booming tourism trade offering its visitors modern luxuries with old world charm.

Costa Blanca Beaches

Costa Blanca beaches are fine examples of what has made the region so popular for many decades. Denia’s Las Marinas Beach has Blue Flag status and is made for sunning and swimming. Calpe boasts two excellent beaches divided by Penon de Ifach, one of Costa Blanca’s favourite landmarks. Benidorm is Spain’s leading tourist enclave. Set amongst an imposing skyline are two of the area’s best beaches; Levante and Poniente. Alicante is the capital of Costa Blanca and home to San Juan, Albufereta and Saladar beaches. All three offer fine sand, clear water and many sporting options. Santa Pola is wide and dotted with palm trees. In the south, Torrevieja has Locos, Cura and Mata Beach proffering sweeping sandy beaches made for tourists.

Denia & Altea

Visit the large Arab fortress in Denia overlooking the bustling Seafront Esplanade and the hub of Denia town life, the Marques de Campo. Altea’s quaint cobblestone streets are flanked by whitewashed buildings leading up to the Plaza de Nuestra Senora del Consuelo and its remarkable blue domed church.

Terra Mitica - Benidorm & Villajoyosa

Terra Mitica in Benidorm is a park divided in to five themed areas; Iberia, Rome, Egypt, Greece and the Grecian Islands. Aqualandia, also in Benidorm is a family favourite. Villajoyosa is noted for its chocolate, fresh fish and brightly coloured buildings.

Alicante & Elx (Elche)

In Alicante, stop at the Castilla de Santa Barbara for stunning views and see the Salon Azul at the town hall Inland is the castle at Guadalest, a must see and beyond that is Alcoy, famous for its bridges and its mock battles between the Moors and the Christians held in late April. Elx, or Elche, dubbed the Palm Tree Capital of the World, has a forest of over 300,000 massive trees.

Costa Blanca Watersports

Being a major holiday destination, Costa Blanca watersports options seem endless. All towns and resorts provide everything you might need to enjoy diving, snorkelling, sailing and fishing to name but a few. Pro Platinum in Calpe is a full service dive centre offering excursions for the novice and the seasoned diver alike. Some of the best snorkelling can be found around the Illa de Tabarca and Las Rotas Beach south of Denia. For sailing rental or instruction, head to Alicante’s or Denia’s harbour for a day out on the open water. Most of the coastal towns were once small fishing villages making the area ideal for charter fishing.

Costa Blanca Restaurants

Spain is known for its tapas, but the fresh fish in Costa Blanca restaurants is the speciality. Many of the great Costa Blanca restaurants can be found along the city promenades and harbours. Casa Pepa near Denia is one of the area’s most famous restaurants serving traditional local fare. Santa Pola’s Restarante Batiste is an extraordinary dining experience offering fresh fish and produce bought daily at the port. Puerto Blanca in Calpe near the small harbour of La Canuta is one of the best dining spots in town. In Alicante, Darsena serves 75 different rice dishes in their own paella pans.

La Sella Golf Club & Alicante Golf

La Sella Golf Course (Tel. +34 96 645 4252) in northern Costa Blanca borders Montgo Nature Park making for gorgeous scenery throughout. This 9-hole course in a valley is a pleasurable day out. Severiano Ballesteros designed the 18-hole, 72 par at Alicante Golf Club (Tel. +34 96 523 5004). It is a sweeping course near the city and the beach with a playground for the kids.

Villamartin Golf, El Plantio Golf & Alenda Golf

El Plantio Golf Course (Tel. +34 96 518 9115), also near Alicante, has a well manicured 18-holes blended perfectly into the area’s natural landscape. It also has a short 9-hole course. By Elx, is Alenda Golf Course (Tel. +34 96 562 0521) with rising greens that will challenge all players. Backed by mountains with sea views, this course also has a restaurant and cafe worthy of a post game visit. Also try La Marquesa Golf and Country Club (Tel. +34 96 671 4258) and Villamartin Golf Club (Tel. +34 96 676 5160) both near Torrevieja.

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