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August 1, 2011

San Fulgencio Costa Blanca

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San Fulgencio Costa Blanca

San Fulgencio Church

San Fulgencio Costa Blanca – One of the traditional village of the Vega Baja district of the Costa Blanca, San Fulgencio began life during the early 18th century when it was built on reclaimed land, taken from the marshes of the River Segura.

Surviving on agriculture since these early times, it has become popular as a tourist destination with many holiday homes being built nearby on the ever growing La Marina urbanization.

The village centre still has the look of the typical Spanish village of the region, with a tree shaded village square bounded by its town hall and parochial church. The village square is the centre of life in the village, and the village elders gather there to chat about what’s going on in the village and the world in general.

While San Fulgencio is an inland village, it is quite close to local beaches such as Guardamar del Segura and La Marina, and attracts tourist who want a bit of peace and quiet while still being able to access the busy beach areas.

July 22, 2011

La Marina Beach

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La Marina Beach

La Marina Beach

La Marina Beach – One of the finest beaches to be found on the Costa Blanca coastline of Spain, the beach at La Marina is long, wide and sandy, it attracts visitors from all over the region, and even though plenty of people visit all year round, you can always find a space to plonk your towel even in the summer months. The beach at La Marina is a little way from the town and is signposted from the road which runs through the old town (not the newer urbanizations which are some distance away). The beach can get pretty windy, as is typical of this part of the coast, and in windy weather you will often find kitesurfers performing skilful feats off the beach. Kite flyers also get good conditions and can often be seen there. If you are staying in the area and in a self-catering rental property, you will most likely be in the newer urbanization of La Marina, so to reach the beach you will need a car. Don’t let this put you off though, as a visit to La Marina beach is well worth the effort.

July 21, 2011

Los Montesinos Spain

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Los Montesinos Town Square

Los Montesinos Town Square

Los Montesinos Spain – Another of the popular towns of the southern Costa Blanca, Los Montesinos is not actually on the coast, but slightly inland to the north of Torrevieja’s famous salt lake, where huge quantities of salt have been produced for centuries. A desirable spot for the purchase of holiday homes and even for relocating, Los Montesinos has attracted a large number of International residents, who mix nicely with the traditional Spanish inhabitants. A number of large urbanizations have sprung up around Los Montesinos in the last twenty years or so, and this has given the town a more contemporary feel. The main attraction for Brits and other Northern Europeans, is of course the sunny weather, which stays fine even when Britain is gripped by winter. The appeal is obvious to all who visit and it is not surprising that many have chosen to make Los Montesinos their home.

Map of Los Montesinos Spain.

July 19, 2011

Torre de la Horadada Spain

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Torre de la Horadada Marina and Tower

Torre de la Horadada Marina and Tower

Torre de la Horadada Spain: Perhaps one of the lesser known of the Costa Blanca’s seaside resorts, Torre de la Horadada is also one of the prettiest of the southern resorts, with attractive coastline and seafront walks, a charismatic watch tower dating from the time when pirates sailed these seas, numerous sandy beaches, sunny weather and a delightful marina with plenty of mooring space.

Despite the age of its tower, Torre de la Horadada has mostly developed during recent times, with the demand for coastal holiday homes growing and it really acts as the coastal arm of nearby Pilar de la Horadada, which as a town, falls a little short of the coast.

Very close to the border of Alicante and Murcia, Torre de la Horadada together with Pilar de la Horadada and El Mojon is one of the Costa Blanca’s southernmost resorts, head any further south and you will find yourself on the Costa Calida and the resorts of the Mar Menor, a little further and you will reach the city of Cartagena with its ancient Roman and Carthaginian ruins.

So if you are visiting the southern Costa Blanca region, don’t miss out on the charming little resort of Torre de la Horadada.

July 15, 2011

Waterfall Picture of Fuentes de Algar

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Fuentes de Algar Waterfall Picture

Fuentes de Algar Waterfall Picture

Waterfall Picture – On the left is a great picture of the main waterfall at Fuentes de Algar, located near to Callosa d’en Sarria on the northern Costa Blanca, Spain.

A popular spot to visit during the summer time, when visitors cool down in the freezing cold water, which remains such despite the high air temperatures experienced in this part of Spain during July and August.

Attracting many visitors from nearby resorts such as Benidorm, Calpe, Altea, Finestrat and Altea, the Fuentes de Algar should be on your list of places to visit if you are in the area.

The Fuentes de Algar can be reached from the motorway near to Benidorm, head towards Callosa D’En Sarria and follow signposts.

June 30, 2011

Terra Natura Benidorm

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Terra Natura Benidorm – Whilst visiting the Costa Blanca region, be sure to take your family along to Benidorm for a visit to one or more of its amazing theme parks. One very special place is the Terra Natura wildlife park which is one of the most popular attractions in the region. Set in 320,000m2 of parkland the Terra Natura offers the opportunity to view many different species of animals, and you can also interact with some, for instance you can swim with the sea lions. The park has four themed areas, the Europe area, the Asia area, the America area and the Pangea area. In surrounding resorts you can often find discount tickets for the Terra Natura and in summer 2011 there is a promotion offering tickets from just 10 euro, with the option to call back the next day free. So get yourselves along to the Terra Natura in Benidorm and have a great time. Other great attractions in Benidorm include Aqualandia, Terra Mitica and the Mundomar Marine Animal Park.

Benidorm Street Map.

Find out what else is in Benidorm here: http://www.benidorm.my-costa-blanca.co.uk/

June 23, 2011

Rio Safari Park Elche

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Rio Safari Park Elche

Rio Safari Park Elche

Whilst traveling around the Costa Blanca region this year make sure you take a day out to visit the wonderful Rio Safari Elche, a unique and enjoyable animal park with a ‘train’ ride and some entertaining animal shows to enjoy, including an elephant show a parrot show and a sea lion show. Feeding the animals is allowed, with monkey nuts and carrots for sale in the park shop, and the kids love feeding the giraffes and the hippo especially. You can also take a ride on a camel or a donkey and visit the farm animals section with cows, pigs, goats, horses and sheep. Afterwards why not head into the city of Elche which is especially famous for its palm tree forest, containing hundreds of thousands of palm trees.

June 22, 2011

Cabo Roig Marina

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Cabo Roig Marina

Cabo Roig Marina

Cabo Roig Marina – Boating fans visiting the Costa Blanca in the near future, should consider mooring up at the fantastic Cabo Roig marina – one of the best regarded marinas on this popular coastline.  Located in an attractive area it has over two hundred mooring spaces, a restaurant and some other good facilities.

The marina is right beside Cala Caleta beach and meandering above the marina is the pretty Cabo Roig to La Zenia cliff walk. The exact co-ordinates for the marina are 37º 54’ 04’’ N 0º 43’ 5’’ W. Access Cabo Roig marina from the N332 or exit the AP-7 motoway at La Zenia.

Read more about Cabo Roig here: http://www.needahandspanishproperties.com/cabo-roig.html

June 21, 2011

Cabo Roig Apartments for Rent

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Cabo Roig Apartments

Cabo Roig Apartments

Cabo Roig Apartments for Rent – We still have some availability left on our range of Cabo Roig apartments for this coming summer, so if you are looking for a holiday on the Costa Blanca, Spain, be sure to get your apartment booked soon, as dates are being filled up fast.

Most of our apartments are close to the seafront of Cabo Roig and also close to local bars and restaurants. All have the use of communal pools and are fully equipped for your vacation.

Holidays for next winter time are available from just 125 euro for a weeks stay in a one bed apartment, while this summer’s holidays will set you back a little more.

View our Cabo Roig Guide here: http://www.cabo-roig-guide.co.uk/

June 16, 2011

Costa Blanca Markets

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One of the favourite pastimes for visitors to the Costa Blanca is browsing around one of the many local markets, a great place to buy fresh produce, leather goods and gifts. Certainly for women (if my wife is anything to go by!), this will be on the top of their list of excursions whilst on holiday. Read this excellent guide which outlines where and when you can find the best local markets on the Costa Blanca, Spain: Costa Blanca Markets. There are plenty to choose from, and there should be at least one in your local area, wherever you are staying on the Costa Blanca.

Map of Costa Blanca.

June 14, 2011

Map of Cabo Roig Spain

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Map of Cabo Roig Spain – A little extra help for you if you are visiting Cabo Roig in Spain this summer, an excellent map which will help you find your way around the resort. This map of Cabo Roig shows the main access to the resort via the coast road known as the N-332, and also showns the AP-7 Autovia, which you may use if arriving from the direction of either Alicante or Murcia airport. The easiest place to get off the Autovia (motorway) for Cabo Roig is the La Zenia exit (if coming from Alicante direction), and the Dehesa de Campoamor exit if arriving from the direction of Murcia airport or Cartagena.

June 9, 2011

Map of Los Balcones Torrevieja

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Map of Los Balcones Torrevieja – Handy if you are visiting the Costa Blanca urbanization of Los Balcones this interactive map will help you to find your way around the area, which is located beside the Torrevieja salt lake to the south of Torrevieja town. Also close by Los Balcones are the areas of Los Altos, Dream Hills, Los Montesinos and Punta Prima.

Get all the information you need on Los Balcones here: http://www.los-balcones.my-costa-blanca.co.uk/

May 30, 2011

Playa Flamenca Holiday Apartment

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Playa Flamenca Holiday Apartment

If you are looking to spend your holidays in Playa Flamenca on the Costa Blanca this year, then we could have just the ideal property for your stay in the region. We have a perfectly located two bedroom apartment in the Alameda del Mar complex which is situated beside the N332 coast road facing the sea. The apartment is in the La Calma block of the complex and faces inwards towards the very attractive community pool and garden area. It is situated on the third floor and benefits from its own private solarium, which is quite large and is a great place for sunbathing when the weather is fine, which is normally is in the Playa Flamenca area. The apartment is bright and spacious and both bedrooms have en-suites (one a bathroom and one a shower room). The Flamenca Beach commercial centre with its huge choice of cafes, restaurants, shops and bars is just a two minute stroll from the apartment, don’t forget to pop into the Temple Bar for the famous Blues Brothers show.

More here: http://www.needahandspanishproperties.com/playa-flamenca.html

May 26, 2011

Villamartin Map Spain

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Villamartin Map – Orihuela Costa – Spain: Here’s a map of Villamartin that you can use for your visit to the residential area and golf course on the Costa Blanca, Spain. Print this Villamartin map out and bring it with you, so you can find your way around when you get there.

You can read a guide to Villamartin here: http://www.villamartin.my-costa-blanca.co.uk/

Villamartin Costa Blanca Spain

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Villamartin Golf Course

Villamartin Golf Course

One of the most popular areas of the southern Costa Blanca, Villamartin is actually on the part of the coast that is known as the Orihuela Costa, which is the coastal region for the city of Orihuela which is about 19 kilometres inland from the sea. Developing around a top class golf course the urbanization of Villamartin has grown and grown over the last 20 years or so and now covers a significant area, joining Villamartin with surrounding urbanizations and towns, such as Los Dolses, Playa Flamenca, La Zenia and San Miguel de Salinas. The property boom in the late 1990’s and early 2000’s saw thousands of UK and International buyers purchasing holiday homes in Villamartin and many even choosing to settle permanently in the area. The financial crisis of the last 3 years has caused many to reconsider their position and many hundreds have subsequently sold or are trying to sell their properties and return to the UK. There is currently a glut of properties available to buy in Villamartin and it is a great time for investors, with many properties being half the price they were at their peak (or even less in some cases). For those wanting to holiday in the area, there is also a wealth of rental properties, and with so many available you can always find cheap villas and apartments to rent in Villamartin and the surrounding urbanizations. What is the attraction of Villamartin, you may well ask, well the excellent golf course would be a big plus for those interested in this sport, the proximity to the beaches and resorts of the Orihuela Costa would be another tick in its favour, the wonderful weather conditions are also a big attraction, along with the excellent facilities and entertainment possibilities, especially at the popular Villamartin Plaza, so there are plenty of reasons to visit Villamartin some time soon . Villamartin is approximately twenty five minutes drive from San Javier airport, and is in the Alicante province of Spain.

Villamartin Map.

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