What to see...what to do....:
Torrevieja has a 115m water fun park featuring a wide range of spectacular slides and pools. About a 5 minute walk from Casa Rose is the main bus station where you can take a bus to Alicante and the surrounding area. There is also a weekly coach trip to Terra Mitica (Europe's largest Theme Park) near Benidorm or to Benidorm itself. For those shopaholics, one of Spain's largest outdoor markets is held every Friday morning and is literally a 2 minute walk from Casa Rose. Torrevieja is also famous for it's Fiestas:- January - Parade of the Three Kings; February - Carnival; April - Easter Week; May - May Fair; June - Pilgrimage in honour of Virgen del Rocio, Festival of Sacred Heart of Jesus, St. John's Bonfires; July - Fiestas Virgen del Carmen, election of the Queen of the Salt with street dancing; August - Coronation of the Salt Queen, Feast in Honour of St. Roc; October - Fiesta in honour of Virgen del Rosario; December - Fiestas in honour of the Immaculate Conception.
Gastronomy:
There are a vast number of places to eat and drink in and around the town - all within easy walking distance of Casa Rose and all spoiling you for choice! All tastes are catered for including Chinese, Indian, Italian, Mexican, English and of course Spanish! Children are extremely welcome in all restaurants. Menu of the day and Chinese set meals offer excellent value for money. Local wine is plentiful and cheap!
Golf:
The Torrevieja area in Costa Blanca has one of the best climates in Europe (approximately 320 days of sunshine per year). This makes it an attractive location for golfers, both young and old alike. There are three first class golf courses within a short drive: Villamartin, Campaomore and Las Ramblas. The world famous course at La Manga is only a 45 minute drive, but due to it's popularity it will be necessary to pre-book.
Other Activities:
jet skiing, snorkeling, diving, go-karting, theme park, aqua park, bird watching, local history and shopping
