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Alicante

By road, sea or air you can reach Alicante, the “City of Lights”. With more than 3,000 years of history inherited by different civilizations. Alicante is the Capital of the Costa Blanca in the province of Valencia. With its beaches, Port and Promenade being the main characteristics of the city. Alicante’s diverse contrasts of landscapes and attractive beaches, can offer something for everyone.

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What to do in Alicante

To spend a holiday in Alicante and you can enjoy a fun packed holiday as Alicante can offer you almost anything you wish to do or see. From scuba diving or sailing in the Mediterranean to hiking through their wonderful Nature Parks, or playing golf in one of their many courses, known to be the best in Spain, and in close proximity of the airport (El Altet Airport). A beauty spot to see when you stay in Alicante is The Isla de Tabarca, a marine nature reserve, with a seabed carpeted in underwater plants, a paradise for diving enthusiasts. For younger members of the family that want more entertainment than just the beach, they can choose from large theme parks ( Terra Mítica ), Aqua Parks or even Safari Parks, there is endless entertainment for everyone.

The busiest leisure area in Alicante is the Port, busy with pubs, discos and restaurants. Staying in Alicante you can enjoy the gastronomic traditional dishes from produce used from the surrounding countryside or fresh from the sea, and over 300 varieties of rice dishes to choose from (Paella )and a typical sweet ( Turrón ) and try their local fortified wine ( fondillón). For those interested in architecture visit the Roman Ruins or the Cathedral, just of a few to mention. In July and August on Fridays and Saturdays the city holds what is known as the “Castle Nights”, in the Castle of Santa Barbara where they hold musical events and dining in the open air on a summers evening. Alicante is an ideal destination to spend your holiday in summer or winter, with its quality beaches and rolling countryside and challenging golf courses, and offering numerous tourist accommodation and residential estates.

How to get to Alicante

Alicante International Airport is located about 11km from the city of Alicante at El Altet and is easy to get to from the main A7 motorway. It is very well sign posted and with good access. Car parking is right outside the arrivals and departures. Buses and Car Hire are easily accessible. By road you can get to Alicante, on the A-7 motorway from the French border. The national route N-340 links Alicante to Barcelona and Valencia City. Flight to Alicante from the UK takes less than three hours depending on the airport of departure.

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Golf & Country Club La Marquesa
Avda. Justo Quesada, s/n
03170 Rojales • Alicante

For scuba diving in alicante

Marina Deportiva de Alicante, Moll 8 Zona de Llevant, Planta alta Local
They organize excursions to the Island of Tabarca, the Bay of Alicante and other underwater points of interest. They also offer a sailing charter service with skin-diving.

Theme Park Monte Tossal

Located in the city-centre next to the Castle of San Fernando, the park is on the side of Mount Tossal and is divided up to represent the various regions of Valencia. It has fun and cultural attractions such as mini-golf, giant chess, pétanque, multi-purpose hall, children’s games, skating, skateboarding, cafeteria, shop and car parking.


Tourist information office
Avenida Rambla de Méndez Núñez 23
03002 - Alacant/alicante


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