The 6 Movies That Inspire You to Enjoy Summer in the Mediterranean

The Mediterranean has that movie-like charm, a blend of glamour, nostalgia, and freedom that feels like it's taken straight from an eternal frame. At Abahana Villas, we know this well, which is why we've selected the six movies that best capture that essence of an endless summer.

A Cinematic Summer in the Mediterranean

Those long afternoons on the coast, the sun reflecting on the water, and the breeze caressing your skin while you stroll through a local market or enjoy a coffee on a terrace with sea views.
Can you imagine spending a summer like that? On the Costa Blanca, among the Abahana Villas, you can live that cinematic experience. But first, let yourself be inspired by these six movie gems that will make you dream of your next vacation.

Get Inspired by the Best Summer Movies

Mamma Mia! (Phyllida Lloyd, 2008) — The Most Vibrant Musical of the Mediterranean

The golden sunlight filters through olive trees, and the sea shines like an infinite mirror. Mamma Mia! is pure energy, an explosion of joy that transports you to the Greek islands among ABBA songs, flowing dresses, and dreamy sunsets. A summer of contagious happiness, where every corner looks like it's taken from a postcard. Imagine living that sensation in an Abahana villa in Jávea, with views of the Mediterranean and an infinity pool to relax in.

To Catch a Thief (Alfred Hitchcock, 1955) — Glamour and Mystery on the Riviera

Grace Kelly drives a convertible along the French Riviera, hair blowing in the wind and elegance that seems suspended in time. To Catch a Thief is the epitome of Mediterranean glamour, with sunset parties, endless beaches, and a mystery that wraps around every scene. It's easy to imagine yourself exploring the Costa Blanca with that same sophistication, enjoying luxury and the blue of the sea from a villa in Moraira.

La Piscine (Jacques Deray, 1969) — Sensual Summer and Timeless Style

A summer on the Côte d'Azur, a pool reflecting the sky, and a tension that floats in the air. La Piscine is a symbol of bohemian style, of the heat that seems to stop time, and of iconic swimsuits that marked an era. The Mediterranean becomes the stage for an enigmatic and passionate romance. Imagine enjoying a private pool in an Abahana villa, where each day is a new scene.

The Talented Mr. Ripley (Anthony Minghella, 1999) — Intrigue and Elegance by the Sea

Southern Italy unfolds all its beauty in The Talented Mr. Ripley, a film where mystery and elegance intertwine on the shores of the Mediterranean. Cobbled streets, private beaches, and an impeccable style that inspires every summer. It's easy to imagine yourself strolling through the Abahana villas with that same atmosphere.

A Bigger Splash (Luca Guadagnino, 2015) — Passion and Desire on the Italian Coast

The summer heat is felt in every scene of A Bigger Splash. A remake of La Piscine that elevates tension and desire in an idyllic setting: a villa on the Italian coast. The sensuality of summer is felt in every look, in every corner of that Mediterranean landscape.

From Here to Eternity (Fred Zinnemann, 1953) — An Eternal Romance by the Ocean

The beach as the witness to one of the most iconic kisses in cinema. From Here to Eternity is pure nostalgia, a reflection of eternal love by the sea. The kind of love that only a summer in the Mediterranean could inspire. On the Costa Blanca, you can create your own memories by the sea, in a private villa where time seems to stand still.

Live Your Own Movie in the Mediterranean

And if you could live your own movie this summer? At Abahana Villas, we open the doors for you to feel the Mediterranean as one more protagonist. From our villas in Jávea, Benissa, Altea, Calpe, and Moraira, the sea will be your backdrop and each day, a unique scene. Come and live the magic of the Mediterranean summer, where every corner is a film set for your story.

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