A small, fine sand and rocky cove offering fantastic views and a wonderful atmosphere, given the vicinity of the Paseo Infanta Elena promenade and the Baños de la Reina, making it a very popular spot with tourists.
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Thanks to its crystal-clear waters, interesting seabed, the surrounding countryside and sea, this small cove is one of the numerous gems in store in the borough of Calpe,
A small but outstanding semi-natural cove which is the perfect spot for diving thanks to the clarity and cleanliness of its waters. It is reached via the fishing port or along the Príncipe de Asturias.
A small cove in the village of Altea comprising a distinctive black rock and calm waters for a sunny day by the sea, enjoying the mild climate of Spain's Eastern Mediterranean coast.
This delightful cove in Altea, with its clear water and unrivalled setting, lies on the municipal boundary of Altea itself, namely at Punta del Mascarat and Sierra de Bérnia.
A wild cove on the incredible coastline of the town of Benissa, where a sense of solitude is the greatest sensation. This spot is famed for the low level of visitors and the beauty of its setting.
This pebble beach in Calpe measures some 200 m in length and lies alongside the urban development of the same name. As at many of the other coves in the area the crystal-clear water is home to plentiful posidonia seagrass, making it the perfect place to dive or fish.
For those who enjoy a refreshing drink by the water's edge, this is the perfect place. A tidy little tucked-away cove with a beach bar on hand to satisfy any requirements.
Fantastique crique dans un cadre semi-urbain près de Puerto Blanco, Les Urques convient à merveille aux activités aquatiques, notamment à la plongée, en raison de la richesse de ses fonds et de ses eaux cristallines.
A patch of paradise on the costa of Benissa. Rocks and sea form an enchanting scene where visitors feel they are centre-stage.
This tucked-away cove with its crystal-clear waters and wonderful setting makes for a delightful day's bathing.
If you are looking for a distinctive, fun and characterful style, this is the store for you. In this eclectic corner of Moraira shoppers will find casual garments made from natural fibres, European collections to suit all pockets and exclusive designs lovingly created in India for the most alternative and daring tastes.
A house full of little stories giving visitors a real insight into the details of the life and concerns of this aristocratic family who lived in the town of Benissa.
A beautiful stroll along its narrow alleyways, discovering quite unique townhouses and the chance to plunge headfirst into the traditions of Benissa.
Located in Benidorm, this shopping centre offers the full range of stores: fashion, footwear, technology, household goods and perfumery, to ensure the success of any shopping trip. It also boasts a first-rate cinema and play area for the youngest visitors alongside the restaurants.
Calpe is a town surrounded by culture with a small but charming old quarter which conceals countless treasures, since thanks to its strategic position Calpe has over the years been settled by numerous civilisations, as reflected in the town's architectural remains.
Narrow streets where stone is the common theme of the ancient buildings which make up the beautiful town centre of Jávea. A tour of the modest cottages and palatial townhouses of various eras and styles, including Gothic, Neoclassical and Modernist, discovering the stories which lurk around every corner of a thoroughly Mediterranean town.
A place where the atmosphere of the region's fishing traditions still endures, proudly preserved by the local inhabitants, who take great care of every corner of this patch of paradise.
A walled, Gothic town of narrow alleyways, stunningly beautiful and harmonious architecture, which today still recalls its Moorish past, a stroll along its streets taking visitors on a journey into the town's history.
A place filled with culture and beauty in which to breathe in the peace and quiet of its setting. A palatial townhouse built on the orders of Vicente Gadea which previously served as a UNESCO International Music Centre, attracting all manner of visitors.
Calpe
Calpe's "Casa de Andalucía" has organized this regional fair in classic Andalusian style since 1966. For a full week in mid-July, riding and dressage, sound and light shows, musical performances and dance groups brighten up the summer evenings with the most popular traditions and customs from the South of Spain.
Altea
Around either the 14th of July (Our Lady of Mount Carmel) or the 29th of June, Saint Peter's Day - the date of the celebration changes each year to coincide with the day of the Virgin or that of the Apostle - the traditional Alicante-style seafaring festivities are held in honour of Saint Peter (San Pere) and the Mother of God (Mare de Déu del Carme).
Benidorm
Amazing aquatic festival opens its doors in July, offering over 12 hours of uninterrupted music and fun, with sensational light and sound effects continuing through the night, refreshing the long hot summer days. The fun starts at the Neptuno Aquatic Festival.
Moraira
On 6 and 22 July Moraira puts on its best party to celebrate its patron saint in honour of the Virgen de los Desamparados (Our Lady of the Unprotected) and the Virgen del Carmen (the Virgin of Mount Carmel): street parties, processions, concerts, floral offerings or mascletás (firecrackers) fill the much loved celebration with colour and fun.
Benissa
The traditional Moors and Christians festival is held in Benissa on the closest weekend to the 20th of June, in honour of Saint Peter the Apostle.
Altea
During the summer months, the Greenwich Diving Centre organizes guided snorkelling expeditions around the Bay of Altea, in collaboration with the Serra Gelada Nature Park, the Altea Town Hall and the Institute of Coastal Ecology. Mascaret, Illeta de l´Olla, Cap Negret and Solsida are the starting points for these fabulous routes.
Jávea
By the time May comes around, the springtime in Jávea is bursting with colour and joie-de-vivre, in part due to the Festival of the Sea, a major cultural, tourist, commercial and sporting event in which the region's businesses present their latest creations for the new season.