Interesting places to visit.:
The villa is set in a perfect location so you can explore this delightful part of the Costa Blanca. Car hire is advisable to get the most out of your holiday & enjoy the scenic beauty of this part of Spain. Albir is the nearest beach resort with crystal clear sea waters. A 'must' is to take time to walk or cycle the coastal path & marvel at the stunning sea views. Explore the lovely cobblestoned streets & plazas of Altea & admire the whitewashed houses, lively promenade & port. Visit the picturesque fortified village of Guadalest perched high on top of a craggy rock & the beautiful El Algar waterfalls in the mountains behind Altea. The protected natural park of Penon D'Ifach is home to many bird & plant species - follow the trail up to vantage point with one of the best views in the region. Combine this with a visit to the lovely sandy beach at Calpe. Other places of interest are Denia, Javea & Benissa plus don't forget to explore the charming old town of Benidrom.
Lots of activities.:
You will be spoilt for choice as there's so much to do! If you enjoy watersports, there are lots of activities in Albir, Altea & Benidorm such as swimming, sailing, fishing, snorkeling & scuba diving. There is a fantastic dive site at Mascarat & a great place for snorkelling is Peacock Island. You can also take a submarine tour of this Island to view the sea life without getting wet, or take a balloon flight in Elche to enjoy an aerial view of this region. Other activities include a boat trip to Tabarca Island, horse riding, cycling, tennis, golf, spa treatments plus there are lots of interesting walks & amazing views to admire in the Sierra Bernia & Aitana mountain range. Take a trip on the Lemon Express, a charming old train which travels between Alicante & Denia through the orange & lemon groves. Alicante and Valencia have many historical buildings & attractions including cathedrals, parks, beaches. For a spot of retail therapy, visit the local markets & La Marina shopping centre.
Fun family attractions.:
Families are well catered for in this area & this villa is ideally located away from the hustle & bustle of Benidorm but is close enough to take advantage of all the tourist activities in the area. The Costa Blanca coastline has many beaches which have been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag for cleanliness & safety. Terra Mitcia is a popular theme park based upon ancient civilisations with many thrilling rides whilst Terra Natura is home to over 1,500 animals. For water fun Aqualandia - Europe's largest water park is a must with its many pools, shutes & slides. Mundomar is an exotic marine life & bird park with spectacular shows. There are also a number of safari parks such as Vergel Safari Park, Rio Safari & Safari Aitana. For fun evening entertainment see a wild west show, a flamingo show, or even go to a medieval evening at the Torneo Medieval in Alfaz Del Pi. You will find a guest manual & plenty of leaflets at the villa providing lots of ideas of things to do in the area.
Golf:
The area around Alfaz Del Pi is a golfer's dream as you will be spoilt for choice with 12 fantastic courses in this part of the Costa Blanca region. The Real de Faula Golf Resort near Benidorm is only 20 mins away & features two 18-hole courses designed by Jack Nicklaus with sea & mountain views. The par 72 US-style Championship Course is more than 6,612 metres long. The 2nd 18-hole par 62 course is 3,858 metres long & has been designed to allow all levels of players to enjoy a great golfing experience. The villa is very close to two 9-hole courses - just 10 mins away is the challenging 6735 yards, par 72 Club de Golf Don Cayo near Altea and the par 60, 3278 yard Club de Golf Ifach with its tricky narrow fairways is only 30 mins away at Benissa. To the south, there are another three 18-hole courses around Alicante city - Bonalba Golf Club at Mutxamiel, Alenda Golf Club at Montforte del Cid & the Alicante Golf Club at Playa de San Juan. Plus there is the 9-hole Javea Golf Club close to Javea. North of Alfaz del Pi, around the Denia area are the Club de Golf La Sella at Jesus Pobre & the Club de Golf Oliva at Oliva - both of these are 18-hole courses. Near Valencia are the El Bosque and El Saler Golf Clubs (both 18-holes) as well as a short 6 hole Gandia Golf course - ideal for beginners or anyone wanting quick round of golf. Please feel free to email or call Nicola if you want more golf information before you book.
Other Activities:
theme parks, waterpark, marine & safari parks, excursions such as jeep safari, bike hire, hot air balloon, Lemon Express train, El Algar waterfalls
