TRAVEL GUIDES DIRECTORY: COSTA BLANCA SPAIN: ALICANTE

Lying on the Eastern coast of Spain, south of Valencia , the city of Alicante is one of the more popular towns of the Costa Blanca . Alicante has some of the finest beaches, stretching for several kilometers and attracting countless sun worshippers and pleasure seekers. Indeed, the sun in Alicante shines endlessly. Wanting for more? White-sand paradises, turquoise sea, excellent golf courses, festivals, castles, parties -- they abound! The city is indeed a hive of activity throughout the seasons. Moreover, Alicante has an interesting history and is rich in culture.

The Alicante Airport is one of the biggest airports for charter flights in Spain. From there you can go downtown to Benidorm or any other part of the Costa Blanca. It's best to start exploring Alicante from the beachfront, along the Explanada de España , the city's main pedestrian pathway. This beautiful boulevard stretches around the harbor and is shaded with palm trees and lined with shops, restaurants and cafés.

Northwest of the elegant boulevard, towards the heart of the city, you'll see the impressive Cathedral de San Nicolas . Around it are the narrow streets of the El Barro , or old quarter, which has most of the economical accommodation and the best of nightlife. Meanwhile, southwest near Calle de Italia , are the central tourist office, post office, and the city's main train and bus stations.

You should also witness the Paseo de la Explanada . With its rows of street cafes and red, cream and black marble, strolling and shopping is such a pleasant activity in this exquisite, seafront promenade. Check out the music pavilion and enjoy a free al fresco concert beside the sea. Musical performances are held in the afternoons, on feast days and on Sunday mornings during summer.

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