Spain is a popular European destination. With its mix of natural beauty, balmy
weather and vibrant culture, Spain becomes an exciting locale for holiday
makers. Contrary to popular belief, there is much more to Spain than just
beaches. The cultural and geographical diversity is a pleasant surprise to most
visitors!
The country is divided into several autonomous regions and Madrid is the capital
of the nation. Each region has its own unique cultural traditions. Although most
destinations in the country are popular among tourists, some cities are more
popular than others! These include Madrid, in central Spain, Barcelona, which is
a coastal city on the East coast, Granada, to the south, Seville, which boasts
of stunning old architecture and Valencia, the home of the delicious Paella.
Some popular beaches and coast lines include Rias Altas, Rias Baixas, Costa
Brava, Palma, and of course the party capital of the world, Ibiza. One other
very interesting coast; incredibly popular with tourists and visitors is Costa
Blanca to the East of Spain. The coast stretches over 200km, and there are all
sorts of towns and villages lining the stretch. Alicante is a well known town on
the coast, with beautiful boulevards and sun soaked beaches.
There are all kinds of accommodation available along this coastline. Sun soaked
summers see a multitude of visitors, seeking a relaxing and pleasurable holiday.
Spanish villas are a popular concept and many visitors love the idea of renting
a villa for their stay. It tends to be a good option for family holidays as they
offer flexibility and comfort and most importantly - the privacy of your own
home.
Costa Blanca begins with the towns of Denia and Javea; just at the foot of the
mountains. From here, the long and wonderful coastline starts and stretches
across for miles. It extends southward all the way to Guardamar and Torrevieja.
Travel along the coast is hassle free as the highway continues all the way along
the coast, making it easy to explore the entire region. There are delightfully
small and quaint villages along the way as well as more popular destinations
like the Terra Mitica, an entertainment park at Benidorm. Benidorm is itself a
well known town, much loved by tourists for its vibrant night life.
While Benidorm may be a more urban town with its sky scrapers and modern
buildings, towns like Altea preserve their traditional village flavour. Altea is
also a popular destination for golf holidays with many golf courses and golf
hotels. Altea is surrounded by hills which offer a terrific view of the
coastline and the sea.
While the northern part of the Costa Blanca has mountains running parallel to
the coast, the south abounds in sunny white sandy beaches lined with palms, and
the soothing view of blue waters stretching out into the distance.
The diversity of the coast line makes it a place suitable for a variety of
visitors. Be it those looking for a quiet and relaxing time, a fun filled family
time, or a wild party holiday, Costa Blanca is sure to please them all.
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