Ciudad Quesada

There is a Water Park within walking distance or a short car ride. This is only open during June July and August. The park offers an olympic size swimming pool, supervised water slides, a restaurant and a beautiful lawned area where you can take your own picnics. A wonderful day out can be had by all ages.

La Marquesa Golf and Country Club is an 18 hole championship course. There is also a putting green and driving range. Keen golfers can enjoy the club house and its bar and restaurant are open to golfers and families alike. The course is open all year round costing about 50 euros for a full game.

Within a 25km radius can also be found 4 other golf courses Villamartin, Real Club de Golf Campoamor, Las Ramblas and La Finca in Algorfa. There is a municipal tennis court and a bowling green where visitors are made welcome. Ciudad Quesada boasts an abundance of restaurants, bars, shops and amenities including banks, chemists, dentists, a medical centre, town hall, and supermarkets. All tastes are catered for with the restaurants from the Hungarian restaurant with its classical musicians to the Irish bar showing Sky TV.

Rojales

Nearby (5 mins drive) is the traditional Spanish town of Rojales. This lovely village with its warm welcoming people is best explored by foot wandering the many back streets and discovering the old cave houses and shell house. There are many local bars and some good Spanish restaurants. Rojales enjoys many festivals including the 'Moors and Christians' festival held in June with its wonderful costumes and bands. A sight not to be missed.

Guardamar
Only 5 miles away from the villa is the beautiful resort of Guardamar del Segura boasting 20kms of green flag sandy coastline. The town has a natural park area leading to the dunes and its pretty marina where you can catch a glass bottom boat to the nearby island of Tabarca. The town itself has an abundance of wonderful restaurants and bars, shops, boutiques and a summer market.

The spa of achena (Murcia)
20 kilometres distant from the City of Murcia is the town of Archena lying on the banks of the Segura river in the Ricote valley. Archena is famous for its hot water springs and the spa is thought to have been used since 5 BC by the Iberians.

Torrevieja
Torrevieja is full of history, from the Roman pier at La Mata to wonderful churches. Surrounded by the famous salt lagoons of Torrevieja and La Mata, designated as National Parks (over 250 different bird species have been sighted here), they export the salt worldwide.

There are plenty of bargains in the shops from designer trainers in the sports shops to English brands in the supermarkets (try the Carrefour). Eating out is a pleasure and a bargain from the Spanish seafood restaurants in Torrevieja to the English, German, Swedish, Chinese etc found on all the local urbanisations. Torrevieja like most important Spanish towns has a number of Fiestas.

The procession on the night of Good Friday is one of the most admired on the eastern coast of Spain. In May the 'Ferria de Mayo' is host to 300,000 people & the town comes to life with music, dance & costume. In June the 'Holy Heart Festivities' are celebrated with children's games, popular dances, & musical performances.

There are plenty of night clubs for the young at heart, sports centres and an excellent water park.

Elche
Elche is about a short, 20 mins drive from Quesada. It is surrounded by palm trees, 'the city of a thousand palms'.

Elche offers a variety of pleasant surprises for the visitor. Its mild Mediterranean climate with fresh sea breezes, its valuable cultural and ecological heritage, its fiestas and popular traditions contrasting with the industrial infrastructure of the town (shoe capital of Spain).

Costa Blanca Markets
To many people, the Spanish street market is a major holiday attraction. Apart from the bustle and atmosphere, it is true to say that better quality, and cheaper, fruit and vegetables can usually be obtained than in the shops and stores.

Salvador Artesana - shoe factory outlet

This is an essential place to visit - your can buy shoes, handbags, leather goods such as belts at factory prices. They also have a range of large sizes. Take the road to Elche from the N332, and follow the road for approximately 14 kilometres. Turn left onto the N340. Follow the signs to Carrefour supermarket. You will see the yellow sign for the Salvador Artesana factory approximately 250 - 500 metres past Carrefour on the right. Turn right and the factory is at the end of the road on the righthand side.

Place: 030205 Elche (Alicante) Apda. de Correos, 5404
Time: Opening times 10 - 13.30, 3.30 - 8.00.
Tel: 966 67 54 41.

 Algar Waterfalls
This is a beauty spot that is run with the visitor's participation in conservation and development of "Fonts de l'Agar and its surrounding area. Visit the riverside, a walk along the paths and bathing in its various pools and waterfalls. Don't forget your swimsuits! First aid post, camping for one day with WC and showers, reception centre and parking.

Place: It is situated on the road to Callosa, 35 Km from Calpe and Benidorm. Combine a visit with a visit to Guadalest. Tel/Fax: 96 588 21 06

Altea
This is a pleasant town just north of Benidorm and well worth a visit.
Altea Hills Yachts
Visit Altea Hills and enjoy a stroll around the Marina, probably one of the most exclusive on the Costa Blanca, and is home of some of the biggest luxury yachts in Spain. Enjoy a meal or a drink at one of the bars in the marina. You can charter boats from here and there is also a diving excursion which leaves from the marina

Aqualandia
This is a huge water amusement park for adults and children. It is situated on the west side of Benidorm against a hill near Mundomar and Benidorm palace. Don't forget the sun cream!
Tel: 96 586 40 06 or 07
Website: www.aqualandia.net

Aquascop
Discover the fantastic underwater world in the waters of Benidorm's Island and the Calpe area on this boat trip. Departures from the port and the street Rincon de Loix, first departure at 10.00 and goes every hour...
Tel: 96/585 00 52
Aquapolis, Torrevieja
A fun day out for all the family. Aquapark in Torrevieja.
Time: Open from 10am until 7pm. Tel: 96/571 5611.

Balloon Flights, Elche

Definitely for the more adventurous, take a 40 minute balloon flight in the areas of Bajo Vinalopo and Bajo Seguar. The trip offers incredible views of the south of the province of Alicante and at the same time provides a secure and suitable flight for the general public.

The whole excursion lasts 3 hours, including 40 min flying time. At the end of the flight a picnic is provided and you can celebrate the experience with Cava. Excitement Touristic Balloon Flights

Tel: 966 637 401 (Reservations)

Benidorm Palace

Special and spectacular varied dinner show. Three-hour floor show and dancing with music provided by a live orchestra. Alternatively you can book tickets in the travel agent next to the Cam Bank in Commercial Centre 1 in La Marina.

Time: Doors open at 21.00.
Tel: 96 585 16 60 or 61 (Reservations)
Calpe
A visit to Calpe itself is recommended. Have lunch in one of the many restaurants which specialise in local fish dishes.

Calpe Ifach

The Phoenicians called the Rock of Ifach the Northern Rock, to distinguish it from Gibraltar, the Southern Rock, as these were the only spectacular promontories they encountered in their travels to the western shores of the Mediterranean.
Ifach is indeed a large rock, measuring 332m in height. Today, it is being transformed into a nature park to protect its unique vegetation and over 300 species of animals, including colonies of sea birds that use it as a nesting area. Located here is a nature school where local carnations and even original Robertonian orchids can be admired. The park itself can be reached up a zigzagging track leading to a panoramic view over the entire Marina Alta coastline.

Castillo Conde de Alfaz

Go back eight hundred years to the Castle of the Count of Alfaz and enjoy a dinner typical of this age. See how the knights fight on foot and horseback to defend their honour and save themselves from the Pit of Terror; a place which you too can visit….if you dare! End you night in the great disco "The Torture Chamber".
Place: In Alfaz between Altea and Benidorm. 3 km from Benidorm.
Tel: 96/686.55.92 or 93.

Castle of Santa Barbara, Alicante

This is well worth a visit for the magnificent views of Alicante and the surrounding area. Don't make our mistake and try to walk up the hill to the castle. If you are travelling by car, follow the signs on the N-332 to the Puerto. When you reach the Puerto, you will see signs for Parking. Once parked, walk along the promenade until you reach the beach. Continue until past the Tourist Information office, just after this there is a bridge crossing the dual carriageway. Cross the road and follow the signs to the Castle. You will enter a tunnel which takes you to the lift up to the Castle. 

Cactuslandia

A personal garden transformed into cactusland. 1000 different species of cactus and other succulents, tropical fruit tees, several species of parrots, parakeets, exotic birds and other exhibits. A wonderworld of shapes and colours. Also a collection of fossils, mineral stones, shells, butterflies. Refreshments are available. On the road between Altea and Calpe.

Place: La Galera del Mar, 26 - Altea - Tel: 96/584 22 18

El Huerto Del Cura (The Curate's Orchard), National Artistic Garden, Elche (Elx)

This is a garden of 13,000 m2 where you can see a large cactus and palm-tree collection with species from all over the world. About a thousand palm-trees surround ponds, rockeries and promenades.
Place: Porta de la Morera, 49, 03203 Elche (Elx)
Tel/Fax: 96/5 45 19 36

Go-Karts

There are different categories of Karts and tracks including the baby kart tracks for ages 5 to 10 years old, junior tracks from 10-15 years old and adult tracks. The entrance is just off the N-332 near Playa Flamenca.
Tel/Fax: 96/5 32 80 69

Guadalest

This is a beautiful town in the hills with spectacular views. There are several museums, including a Museum of torture and the unique Antonio Marco Museum where you can see miniatures of many things too small to see with the human eye. Visit the old fortified monastery.

Tel: 96 588 50 04 (Torture Museum)
Tel: 96 5898 53 23 (Museum Antonio Marco)

Jalon Valley - Valley of Wine

The Jalon valley is named after the Jalon river, it flows through the village Jalon (some road signs say Xalo), which lies some 7 km from Benissa. The famous Jalon wines, strong red and the sweet mistela or moscatel wine are sold in two bodegas, where you are encouraged to try the produce. You can buy the wine by the litre.
Every Tuesday a market - vegetables, clothes, shoes etc. - is held in the square and the adjacent streets.
On Saturday mornings an enormous car boot sale and antique market is held on the area opposite the bodega under the huge eucalyptus trees and is well worth visiting.

Jeep Safari 4 x 4 Cabrio

Discover the real Spain. A complete full day of adventure, action and sensation through the magnificent countryside of the Costa Blanca mountains, valleys, picturesque villages, rivers, jungles and swamps. Drive yourself or let yourself be driven.

Place: Av. Penetracion s/n - Complejo Admiral 1, local 5 - Benidorm.
Tel: 96 680 71 24

Limon Express

Travelling on the Limon Express is a pleasant excursion, along the Costa Blanca. You can admire Altea, Teulada and other natural places you can't otherwise reach. The old tourist trains stops in Gata de Gorgos where passengers visit a guitar factory and are shown typical handicraft. On the way back, going South, passengers can enjoy the wonderful west Mediterranean landscape from the heights of this coast whilst sparkling wine is served.
Tel: 96/680 31 03 (Reservations - info)
Fax: 96 680.85 21

Mundomar

Marine and exotic animal park near Aqualandia. Mundomar is a unique adventure; its main attraction is that it is a beautiful setting with exotic marine animals. Enjoy a fascinating encounter with the dolphins and seals. They are real stars of the park.
Place: West side of Benidorm
Tel: 96 586 91 01 or 02 or 03
Pola Park

A fun attraction park for children, on the N-332 just north of La Marina. You will see the park as you travel from Alicante Airport on the left hand side of the road.
Time: Open 19.00 - 2.00 July and August and at weekends for the remainder of the year.
Tel: 96/541 70 60
Prehistoric natural cave

The Caves of Canelobre at Busot, situated 24km from the city of Alicante, at a height of 700m on the northern side of Cabeco d'Or. The interior of the cave has got one of the highest vaults in all Spain, and is very similar to a cathedral.
Place: Busat at Alicante, motorway A7, excit 67 to El Campello, exit the road N-332 near El Campello to road N-340 Alcoi-Xixona to the cave in Busot.
Tel: 96/569 92 50

Prehistoric natural cave (2)

Visit this magnificent natural cave of more than 300m long and its stalagmites and stalactites and admire the great numbers of domes which at times rise to a height of more than 20m. The cave is situated on the road between Pedreguer and Benidoleig.
Place: Situated inland between Gata and Ondara, surrounding area Javea - Denia.
Tel: 96/640 42 35 - 03759.

Safari Park Rio

Rio Safari Park Elche is the ideal spot to enjoy nature and to watch tigers, lions, camels, monkeys, hippopotamus ….. From its trains. You can also visit the first farm exhibition with more than 200 crocodiles of all sizes. Rio Safari's 6000 fully grown palm trees create an unique tropical setting.
A professional team records with a video camera your journey by train and will turn your visit into a great audio-visual souvenir.
Place: On the road from Santa Pola to Elche.
Tel: 96/663 72 88

Terra Mitica - Theme Park

The Mediterranean's major Theme Park, on the outskirts of Benidorm is well worth a visit and has attractions for all ages. You can buy a 1 day, 2 consecutive days ticket, 3 days non-consecutive ticket or an Evening Ticket. The Park is open all week from Mid-March - October, at weekends during November and December (all week Christmas week) and reopens in March.
Follow the N-332 to Alicante and then join the Autopista A-7 (signpost to Valencia). As you approach Benidorm you will see the signs to Terra Mitica clearly marked, salida (exit) 65-A. (NB the A-7 is a toll road).
Tel: 902 020 220
Website: www.terramiticapark.com

Wax Museum, Benidorm

113 sculptures - royal families, politicians, art, music, horror, cinema, etc.
Place: Museo de Cera - Avda Mediterranea, 8 - 03500, Benidorm.
Tel: 96/680 84 21