The Costa Blanca
 

The Costa Blanca is above all, a magnificent coastline, some 500 kilometers in length, stretching from Denia to Torrevieja in the Province of Alicante . Its boundaries are not precisely marked, however, and sometimes they are said to include parts of the Costa del Azahar to the north of the Costa Calida, in the province of Murcia, to the south. 

The light of the Costa Blanca gives this whole area a magic, stirring atmosphere, shining down with blinding strength on its clear, white beaches and the typically Mediterranean whitewashed houses of its towns and villages.
 

 
As one travels around the area, one notes gradual changes in the scenery, as the flora varies from one place to another. So, going south, the orange trees and rice-fields of the north give way to a wilder, more arid landscape, in which vineyards, olives, palms, prickly pears, cacti and almond trees predominate. The mountains abound with sweet-smelling herbs such as thyme or rosemary, and esparto and capers can also be found in abundance in the more secluded mountain locations.
 

Since the coast is no longer haunted by pirates, a little United Europe has emerged around the “Peñon de Ifach”, the landmark of the Costa Blanca.  Phoenicians, Romans, Goths, Moors and tourists who “conquered” the coast,  gladly settled there.  Even after a majority of the tourists have left the Costa Blanca, one can still hear foreign languages spoken at the weekly markets. Chalés can be seen all along the white hilly coast from picturesque but not sleepy Altea by the sea, with its blue domed church “Nuestra Señora del Consuelo”, all the way up to Dénia.  

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared that The Costa Blanca has one of the best environmentally friendly climate zones on earth. Because of its outstanding water quality, most beaches have been granted the “blue flag“.  

Sport - Entertainment 
Free Time Activities – Culture

The Costa Blanca offers practically unlimited sports facilities, especially all kinds of water sports such as a swimming, diving, sailing, surfing, water-skiing etc. Sailing and diving schools are also available. 

There are many well maintained executive and professional golf courses found everywhere in the region.  

Tennis and squash courts can be found in most of the major towns along the coast. 

The countryside offers pleasant routes for cyclists. 

There are organized horseback riding trips through the beautiful orange plantations, as well as horseback riding courses for beginners and advanced levels. 

In many protected areas one finds mysterious caves, rare animal species and plants.  
 

Of particular interest for children are the flat beaches and the leisure and safari parks. 

For those holiday-makers interested in culture, there is a wide range of historical monuments, castles and museums to be visited.  

Concerts featuring classical music, jazz, rock, pop, ballet and dance can also be found.  

A vast variety of restaurants, pubs, bars and discotheques, guarantee a great night of entertainment. 

Fiestas are celebrated in Spain with great enthusiasm! The people of this region are particularly fond of celebrating. Some of the Fiestas are reminiscent of the 13th Century when the Christian Kings took back this part of the Iberian Peninsula from the Arabs. 

Arab influence on the delicious cuisine of the region can still be found in the coastal region which is famous for its delicious rice dishes, fish and seafood. Last but not least the wonderful Spanish oranges and tasty wine will make your stay in the Costa Blanca a most unforgettable experience!