The Costa Blanca/Valencia region

Costa Blanca has a wide range of activities to suit all ages and many fascinating places to visit. To help you get the most from your holiday the information on this page can help you to decide what to do before you go.

Areas of interest

A 20 minute drive along a winding mountain road with spectacular views over the Montgo headland brings you to the delightful cosmopolitan town of Denia. Rich in history and culture, its streets are a fascinating example of architecture through the ages and the buildings are a monument to the civilisations that have made their mark here. The focal point is the impressive 16th century castle. There are day trips to the Balearic Islands and catamaran trips for the more nautical adventurers.

To experience traditional Spain explore the beautiful historic village of Guadalest set in the mountains and the nearby 'Waterfalls of Algar' which are places not to be missed by the visitor.

The nearby towns of Moraira with it's beautiful sandy coves, Calpe with it's legendary rock, Benissa and Teulada all have their own individual characters to explore.

Tourist attractions

The Blue Flag sandy Arenal beach has children’s climbing frames, volleyball nets and gently shelves into the sea which makes it ideal for children of all ages. As the bars and restaurants overlook the beach it allows parents to take time out to relax and keep an eye on the children playing on the sand.

About 40 minutes drive away is Benidorm with many spectacular attractions including: Aqualandia - the ultimate water theme park open from mid May to mid October. Mundomar - for a journey around a fascinating world inhabited by the most beautiful and interesting marine and exotic animals, open for most of the year. Terra Mitica - the new theme park boasting some of the largest rides in Europe which is open every day from beginning of June until mid September and weekends during other months. For more details and to plan your days out visit their websites to check they are open before booking your holiday. The websites are all multilingual, including English.

Activities

Go Scuba Diving with the Amigos Del Mar Dive Center based in Javea where you are within an hour of many magnificent dive sites in one of Spain’s best diving areas.

There is a Marine conservation area at Cabo San Antonio and spectacular diving around the Cap de Negro area with caves, overhangs, swim through’s and rock faces to explore, providing something for all levels of diving experience.

Visit them at http://www.amigosdelmarjavea.com/admj_e/index.htm 

Treat your kids to some of the best attractions in Spain
(Click on the links below for more information in both English and Spanish)

Aqualandia - the ultimate water theme park open from mid May to mid October

Mundomar - for a journey around a fascinating world inhabited by the most beautiful and interesting marine and exotic animals, open for most of the year.

Terra Mitica - the new theme park boasting some of the largest rides in Europe which is open every day from beginning of June until mid September and weekends during other months.

For more details and to plan your days out visit their websites to check they are open before booking your holiday. The websites are all multilingual, including English.

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