The Costa Blanca has a privileged climate with over 2,800 hours of sunshine every year and has some of the best beaches in the Mediterranean, being one of the main attractions for millions of visitors for decades.
Over time, the development of modern tourist infrastructure and communications routes has made it easier to reach the Costa Blanca. Alicante is exceptionally well connected to the rest of the world with first class roads, rail and air connections, having one of the most modern and important Spanish airports.
One of the great things about living on the Costa Blanca, apart from the great weather, food, wine and its friendly people, is the enthusiastic way in which whole towns come together to celebrate and preserve their old traditions and fiestas as they have done for centuries.
The landscape on the Costa Blanca is not just defined by the sea, but also by the mountains that overlook it. Alicante is the second most mountainous province in Spain and it is here that we see the grandeur of the Mediterranean landscape. From valleys that are home to crops grown on terraces originally created by the Moors to a horizon packed with oaks, pines and carob trees perfumed by a wide variety of aromatic plants.
Those who love mountains and hiking are sure to enjoy the well-signed paths that run through our inland districts. In the south, the mountains give way to palm groves and the smallholdings stretch as far as the eye can see.
Our region is also dotted with archaeological sites that give some idea of the rich history of an area that has been populated for thousands of years. Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans and Muslims have all left their mark and the remains give us a glimpse of how they lived.
Whether on the coast or inland, you’ll be able to discover our rich gastronomy with excellent quality dishes; the main focus is on rice dishes, such as traditional paella and a great variety of fresh seafood and quality wines from our vineyards. You will find many small local bars and restaurants offering from the famous “tapas” to menus “A la carta”.
If you want, you can visit tiny villages hidden among the mountains and modern coastal towns with a lively nightlife. History and monuments mark the landscape of our inland villages and towns.
Along the coast there are numerous marinas and countless facilities to allow you to enjoy sea and water sports.
Golf lovers know that our golf courses have facilities that are second to none. We aim to ensure that all visitors find what they are looking for on the Costa Blanca.
Thousands of people enjoy the lifestyle on the Costa Blanca and have chosen this region to make their permanent or holiday home.
