I’m sure most people think that tourism in Alicante began with the package holiday boom in the 1970s. That is so far from the truth it is unbelievable. In fact, tourism has been alive and well in the city and…
El Fondo and the end of the Civil War
The tiny village of El Fondó (El Hondón – not to be confused with other nearby towns with similar names) is located around 50km inland from the city of Alicante. Don’t be fooled by its size, a huge part of…
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The Hung Galaxy – Benidorm
Benidorm has not had an easy time of it lately. Many bars, restaurants and hotels have been closed for a long time and it seems an eternity since the tourists were there in numbers. This may be changing soon, so…
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Walking the Via Verde (Agost)
All around Spain you will find a network of footpaths constructed along disused railway lines. These are known as Via Verdes or green routes. A short drive inland from Alicante is the town of Agost, well known for its craftsmen…
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Five Easy Walks in the Vega Baja
Walking in Spain really is really one of life’s simple pleasures. Not everyone wants to climb mountains so we thought we would share with you five easy walks around Guardamar del Segura and Rojales. All you need is a good…
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Urban Art in Rojales
Regular visitors to Rojales are no doubt already aware that the town has a thriving art scene. The Cuevas del Rodeo have certainly gone from strength to strength in the six years since our blog was posted. Now though, you…
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La Garbera – A stylish taperia in Rojales
Sometimes you just stumble across a place and fall in love with it. La Garbera is a stylish taperia in Rojales where you can sit and enjoy some tapas and a beer. Inside this amazing cafe bar every artefact has…
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Triple Brew- Delicious Craft Ale in Rojales
From the outside, this cool Rojales bar looks like any other. Step inside though, and be prepared to immerse yourself in a magical world of craft ales, some made on site, and try the wonderful food barbecued over an open…
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Alicante Bullfighting Museum
Just over half an hour’s walk from Alicante’s beaches lies a fascinating place which attracts fewer visitors than it deserves. That may be because it is a hidden gem which is hidden because few people know about it. The Bull…
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Aguas de Busot
Aguas de Busot has a rich history as a luxury hotel and later as a sanatorium. Nowadays it is a crumbling wreck and sadly only suitable for one thing. Urbex – urban exploration – is not for everyone and is…
