Why the Costa Blanca & Costa Cálida?

The southern Costa Blanca from Alicante in the north, to La Manga in the south has been described by the World Health Organisation as having the healthiest environment in Europe. With over 300 days of sunshine a year and an average winter daytime temperature of 18ºC the “White Coast” & the "Hot Coast" offer the ideal climate for healthy living. The surrounding mountain ranges from Alicante down to Murcia and on to Cartagena, enclose a fertile plain with long warm summers and mild winters, a welcome change from northern Europe.

Our Coasts are just 2.5 hours flying time from the UK and well served by several national as well as budget airlines. With two international airports Alicante and San Javier to choose and  a modern network of motorways, coastal and inland areas are all easily accessible, for short trips or long stays.

From modern cosmopolitan towns to Small villages time has passed by, this Costa-line having something to suit everyone. Alicante, Murcia and Cartagena have department stores and designer shops to satisfy the most discerning shopper. With art galleries, museums, theatres, cinemas, clubs, casinos and restaurants these centres cater for all tastes and keep every member of the family fully occupied whatever their age.

The ancient Carthiginian, Greek, Roman, Arab and Moorish influences have left a rich tapestry and exciting mix of cultures both architectural and gastronomic. Alicante, Elche, Orihuela and Cartagena all have a fascinating history and a wide range of architectural sites and historical buildings just waiting for you to explore and enjoy. The Phoenicians being among the first visitors, founding cities on the Spanish coastline 1000 years B.C.

A short drive inland will bring you to old Spanish villages where agriculture predominates and the pace of life slows down. Modern avenues give way to dusty streets and the local bar-restaurant is the centre of village life, ideal for meeting friends and passing the time of day with local produce and wine.

To the south of San Pedro the sheltered Mar Menor (the small sea) is 170 square kilometres in area and the largest lagoon of Europe. The water more of a large lagoon than a sea the water temperature never falls below 18ºC and is calm practically all year round. The sandy beaches and shallow waters provide safe bathing for young and old alike. This unique inland sea is also ideal for for the many marinas and clubs teaching a wide variety of watersports.

Whether you seek a peaceful retirement, sport filled days, lively beachfront life or a rural hideaway the Costa Blanca & Costa Calida have it all.

Nature Reserves   Beaches   Golf   Tennis   Sailing   Wind-surfing   Scaba-diving   Cycling   Fishing   Horse Riding   Skiing
The diverse landscape, multitude of beaches and healthy climate provide an ideal playground for a wide variety of sports and pastimes. Superb golf courses, tennis facilities, cycling, walking and a wide range of watersports, give you the opportunity to make the most of the Costa Blanca’s attractions. The many sporting clubs and marinas in the area provide tuition and an ideal opportunity to meet new friends. A short 3-hour-drive can even take you to the winter ski slopes of the Sierra Nevada mountains, an added bonus for ski enthusiasts, completing a total sporting package to delight every member of the family.

Gastronomic delights Wine Regional Foods Markets
The cuisine of the many restaurants and Tapas bars in the area are heavily influenced by the Mediterranean and its fish. The best examples come in the rice and fish dishes, augmented by local tomatoes, peppers, beans and cauliflowers. Compliment this with excellent wines produced locally from Jumilla, Yecla and  Rioja regions all of which are well worth trying. A dessert of traditional rice pudding made with goats milk lemon rind and cinnamon is followed by coffee and brandy. A truly succulent meal to saviour. From the high Sierras inland to the shores of the blue Mediterranean lies a vast plain, the warm all year round climate and fertile soil making this famous as the market garden of Spain.