Alcoy is famous for putting on the best Moors and Christians fiesta in Spain. It's a fantastic spectacle with gunpowder, smoke and intricate costumes. Alcoy is an old town, 65 kilometres inland fro...

While many tourists head straight out of Alicante Airport  to their resort, others stop off to enjoy the seaside city of  Alicante. Although it is a thriving business and commercial cen...

Altea is one of the prettiest towns in the Alicante region and has a very Spanish feel to it, largely thanks to its interesting historic Old Town with its narrow, cobbled streets. It has been a...

  Benidorm is where the package holiday was invented more than 50 years ago. It is still a magnet for sunworshippers and families seeking a fun-filled holiday. Its iconic skyscrapers have been...

Benissa is a charming holiday resort in the Alicante region with beautiful coves and beaches as well as a picturesque old town. As well as being popular with people looking for a beach holiday, it ...

  Calpe rocks! This bustling resort midway between Moraira and  Benidorm is famous for the giant rock jutting into the Mediterranean. The Peñon de Ifach stre...

If you like to party, then Denia is the town for you. It is said to hold more festivals than any other town in Spain. Denia, midway between Alicante and Valencia, is an interesting mix of old a...

  Elche is the Spanish capital for shoes. More than 18,000 people are employed in the footwear trade in Elche producing leisure shoes, fine leather footwear and some snazzy designer heels. We'...

The Alicante region may be famous for its beaches and golf resorts but there is much more to the region than that. No visit would be complete without a day trip into the mountains and Guadalest is the...

Guardamar is a charming little resort just south of Alicante and close to Elche. It is best known for its 10 kilometres of beach and its sand dunes, offering secluded areas and interesting walks. G...

The Jalon Valley is traditional Spain at its most splendid. You can explore the countryside by foot or on bike and discover its rich history and natural beauty. The Jalon region is within a 30-minu...

Javea is a very popular holiday destination for those who are attracted by its fine, sandy beaches, promenade lined with bars, restaurants and shops, as well as its pretty old town. ...

Teulada-Moraira is a delightful resort with Moraira marina proving to be a magnet for holidaymakers and locals alike. Sporting celebrities have holiday homes in the region and can often be spotted...

If you love history, you will be impressed with Orihuela. Its grand palaces and churches are evidence of its important part in Spain's past, including a Velazquez masterpiece in the cathedral. It ...

Orihuela boasts 16 kilometres of some of the best beaches in the region. They have the coveted Blue Flag award for their cleanliness and safety. Each beach has its own distinct character with a var...

The seaside town of Pilar de la Horadada is in the southern corner of Alicante region. It is south of Alicante and close to the busy resort of Torrevieja. It lies on the border of Alicante and Murcia ...

Just eight kilometres north of Alicante city centre is the pretty little resort of San Juan.  It is a great place to recharge the batteries, relax by the beach or visit the countryside. Its fine,...

Santa Pola has developed from being a traditional fishing town to become a top tourist destination without losing any of its charm. It is a few kilometres south of Alicante and within very easy acc...

From Alicante port and Santa Pola resort, you can take a one-hour boat ride to the nearby Tabarca island for an interesting daytrip. It is a popular spot for snorkelling and swimming because of its cl...

Torrevieja combines an interesting past with an entertaining present. It is one of the fastest-growing resorts in the south Alicante region and its population has more than doubled in the past 20...

Villajoyosa is one of the most charming towns you will find in the Alicante region. For years, it was remembered for its iconic brightly-coloured fishermen's houses providing an unusual backdrop to t...