Calpe/Gargasindi Area:
Calpe is located about 45 mins drive from Alicante airport and is dominated by the famous Penon de Ifach (rock of Ifach) - a volcanic boulder that juts out over the sea and is the largest rock in Mediterranean. The town of Calpe, was originally a fishing village and still retains its identity through the local fish market held at the port each afternoon and the weekly Saturday market. There are three sandy beaches that curve around the bay as well as a marina and numerous restaurants and café bars.
The 'jewel' of the Costa Blanca, Altea, lies 5km south of Calpe. This white-washed village is perched on the hill overlooking the bay and is dominated by its famous blue domed church. Other popular coastal towns include Moraira and Javea which lie a few kilometres to the north. Inland, the village of Polop is a popular destination with its waterfalls nearby and the Jalon Valley offers some fantastic scenery.
Many nearby theme parks: Terra Mitica, Terra Natura, Aqualandia and Mundomar
Costa Blanca/Valencia/Alicante Province:
Sheltered by mountains, the Costa Blanca offers an ideal year round climate as recommended by the World Health Organisation. It contains some beautiful coastal scenery and inland forests and trails. There are many blue flag beaches as well as various golf courses and recreational activities to enjoy such as tennis, scuba diving and hiking. The cities of Alicante and Valencia offer an excellent shopping and cultural experience and the theme parks and water parks around Benidorm make it an ideal family destination.