Barrio Santa Cruz – How to find Alicante’s old town

Barrio Santa Cruz – How to find Alicante’s old town

One part of Alicante that so many people miss is actually one of the most picturesque and historic parts of the city, Barrio Santa Cruz, the city’s old town. We’d actually visited Alicante several times before we knew it existed! Barrio Santa Cruz is situated at the bottom of Mount Benacantil, where Santa Bárbara Castle…

A day trip to Tabarca Island – everything you need to know before you go

A day trip to Tabarca Island – everything you need to know before you go

Just a short boat ride from Alicante is the beautiful Isla de Tabarca, the smallest permanently inhabited island in Spain. The Island of Tabarca is the perfect place for a day trip for all ages, whatever the time of year. In less than an hour you can be away from the bustling cities and towns…

Visiting Santa Bárbara Castle, Alicante – everything you need to know
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Visiting Santa Bárbara Castle, Alicante – everything you need to know

Alicante is a fantastic city, full of culture and history. There are so many museums, galleries and historical sites to visit, with one of the top attractions in Alicante being the iconic landmark of Santa Bárbara Castle. This castle is so important to the city that it’s a must-visit in Alicante, whether you’re a history…

1 day Alicante itinerary: must see places
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1 day Alicante itinerary: must see places

Alicante on Spain’s Costa Blanca is a busy port city, famous for the long stretches of beautiful sandy beaches. Whether you’re visiting Alicante on a quick mini-break, or are planning a day trip to Alicante from elsewhere in Spain, you’ll find plenty of things here to see and do. We’ve lived in the Alicante province…

9 places to visit within a 3 hour drive of Alicante
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9 places to visit within a 3 hour drive of Alicante

There are so many amazing places to visit in Spain, and if you’re lucky enough to based in Alicante, whether permanently or on holiday, there are plenty of fantastic destinations within a three-hour drive. To give you some inspiration for your next trip we’ve listed below some of the best places near Alicante o visit…

9 of the top Instagram spots on the Costa Blanca
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9 of the top Instagram spots on the Costa Blanca

If you follow us over on Instagram you’ll know that we love taking photos! The Costa Blanca is such beautiful part of the world, and with its picturesque beaches, charming towns and villages, and stunning natural landscapes it’s an easy place to take great photos of. Whether you’re also an avid Instagram user or simply enjoy…