Alicante: Most preferred Spain Destination
Alicante is the city that is located on the Spain’s Southeastern coast and boasts of being one of the most frequently visited place that is present on the Mediterranean’s Costa Blanca. Visitors from all over the world, come for holidays in this part of Spain in order to travel and explore the famous stretches of Sandy Beaches and the cosmopolitan atmosphere that Alicante holds.
Being the 8th largest metropolitan of Spain, the city contains more than 300,000 citizens. The main language that are spoken here are Valencian and Spanish, but German, English and French are also widely understood and spoken here. Alicante has quite a temperate climate but it also receives rainfall during the month of November for a brief period.
El Altet International Airport of Alicante has two terminals that are serviced by a large number of International Carriers from major European cities. Alicante can also be reached by train from multiple numbers of connections from Barcelona, Madrid and Seville. There are a large number of smaller train stations that links Alicante to other small cities situated on the eastern coast of Spain. You can also use Alicante’s bus and tram service that provides access to almost all spots in the city.
Lodging
A wide range of options are available for lodging in Alicante. You can choose an accommodation based on your likings and needs. Different options available are serviced apartments, five star luxury resorts and, budget-friendly hostels and self catering villas. Villas in Spain who the most preferred choice of rental accommodation since it provides an ideal alternative for extended stays, especially for families. Villas in Alicante also serve to the nature lovers as many of these are located in a green and picturesque atmosphere.
A variety of sightseeing attractions is offered by the city. El Barrio or the old town is the center of most of the historical attractions and nightlife of the city. The Santa Barbara Castle which is situated at the top of Mount Benacantil is considered as one of the largest medieval fortresses and situated in the heart of Alicante. Climbing options are available that also caters to unforgettable vistas that city offers.
Beaches
San Juan Beach is the most popular and the greatest of all Alicante’s beaches. The spot always remains busy with restaurant, Cafés and also a golf course. Another popular destination is Postiguet Beach. Cabo de las‘s rocky coves and the Isla de Tarbaca attracts those who are interested in diving and traditional sunbathing.
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