Costa Blanca Tips

Experience Alicante's biggest festival! Discover the Hogueras de San Juan 2026 program, fireworks, parades, bonfires and local traditions.

Easter is one of the most important holidays of the year in Spain. In Alicante this is the busiest and most expensive period. What to see in Alicante during Easter 2026 and where to be in the centre; you’ll read it in this blog. What is special about Holy Week in Spain Blog update: […]

A stay in a Bed and Breakfast on the Costa Blanca is so much more than just an overnight. Especially now that TV programs like “B&B Vol Liefde” show Spanish life more often, more people are dreaming of a small-scale stay in the sunny south. Think of idyllic spots inland such as Jijona (Xixona), El Campello […]

Alicante has it all. With your towel over your shoulder you can stroll straight from your hotel to the promenade for breakfast. Then a dip in the sea. And on the way back you walk along the famous Explanada to your lovely accommodation. But Alicante is more than sun and beach. This city is bursting with […]

Have you ever really thought about where your coffee comes from? Who picked it, how it was roasted, and why some cups taste like red fruit while others taste like dark chocolate? In Alicante you’ll find more and more hip coffee bars that care about exactly that. They don’t just pour a random black brew — they serve coffee with a story. And you’ll want to taste it.

More and more couples and single people with a long-cherished wish for a child seek help abroad. For fertility treatments, Alicante has been a very popular destination for several years now. The reasons include donor anonymity, successful techniques, anonymous egg donation, ROPA, and relatively short travel times from, for example, the Netherlands.

As a true local I’ll take you to the nicest village on the Costa Blanca: El Campello. Small cosy beaches, lovely restaurants, a car‑free promenade, a friendly weekly market where you can buy nice souvenirs, and a village with activities for children all year round.

Alicante is **the** ideal destination for families looking for a sunny, relaxed spring or summer holiday. The city offers a perfect mix of beautiful beaches, cultural activities and kid-friendly outings. Whether you’re traveling with little ones or teens — there’s always something to do. In this blog I share the nicest activities for families who want to discover Alicante like a local.

Hogueras de San Juan 2025 in Alicante: Everything you need to know. Looking for a unique cultural experience this summer? Then don’t miss the Hogueras de San Juan festival in Alicante! This spectacular event, held every year from 20 to 24 June, attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world. Important dates […]