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Do you know the meaning of the saying, ‘Pa’lante, como los de Alicante’? If you’re from the English-speaking world, then maybe not. But you should! It means ‘Forward, like the people of Alicante’. In Spain, this popular saying defines the people of Alicante by their drive, determination and spirit. Historically, this port city on the Costa Blanca has faced many struggles - be they due to war or economic troubles - but the people of Alicante have persevered, with their heads held high, and pressed forward.
The late 1950s and 60s were a transformative time for the city. The growth of global tourism drove holidaymakers to locations like Alicante, which enjoyed beautiful climates year-round. The local economy benefited greatly from well-funded construction projects such as hotels and complexes that accompanied this increase in tourism, and in turn, the extra visitors drove an increase in the number of wonderful restaurants, bars and cafés Alicante has to offer.
At the heart of Alicante is an energy - a culture and identity that has persevered through the growth of the tourism here. The idyllic and instagrammable paved streets of the Barrio de Santa Cruz lead you on a path around the mountain at the centre of the city, Monte Benacantil, and the ancient walls of the Castillo de Santa Barbara on its peak. The castle is visible from everywhere in the city, whether you’re soaking up some sun at the beach, or shopping for fresh local produce in Alicante’s Mercado Central.
With neighbors like the infamous Benidorm, I had a few assumptions about the nature of tourism in the city, and I couldn’t have been more wrong. The real, authentic Alicante is here and waiting for you, and I could feel it from the moment we landed.
The city of Alicante is around 1,260 miles from London. To get there, we chose the way you’ll also most likely be using, which is to fly! We flew from Gatwick airport, so to start our trip in style, we booked ourselves into the Number 1 Lounge. Unlimited food and drink was a nice way to enjoy the free WiFi, which was perfect for some extra last-minute research and filling our Netflix downloads for the plane. If you fancy starting your holiday like a VIP, you can use the Holiday Extras app to book yours.
Alicante has its own airport, so getting in is easy. A flight from Gatwick to Alicante takes only around 2.5 hours. Then, the airport is just a 20 minute drive away from the town centre. Our recommendation? Book yourself a private transfer or taxi. The door to door service is the most hassle-free option. Alternatively, you can take the C6 bus from Alicante Airport into the city, which arrives every 20 minutes throughout the daytime or once an hour between midnight and 5am, and takes just 20 minutes.
We wanted to soak in as much of the Alicante experience as we could, so we’re doing most of our exploring by foot. Many of the best sights in Alicante are all within walking distance of one another. We used Google Maps to plan our routes. Perfect if you’re planning on doing a lot of walking, but it’ll also show you your public transport options too, so you’ll know if you could save time by opting to catch a tram instead.
Alicante is full of energy, so it’s no surprise that this city attracts party people, stag do’s and hen nights. But if you know where to look, it can also be serene, idyllic and a history lover’s paradise… if you know where to look.
So on our first morning in Alicante, we made our way over to the Castillo de Santa Barbara to get the best views over Alicante. On our way there, we passed the Playa del Postiguet, or Postiguet Beach, and naturally, had to stop to enjoy it.
One of Alicante’s most popular beaches, it’s only a short walk from the town centre and is renowned for the quality of the sand and gorgeous palm tree boardwalk.
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The Allure Of Alicante, Spain - Self Guided Walking Tour
This self-guided city tour includes chapters:
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Chapter Three: Heavenly Harbor
Chapter Four: Snorkeler's Paradise - Tabarca Island
Chapter Five: South Side - Santa Barbara Castle
Chapter Six: The Old Quarter
Chapter Seven: All the Fun of the Fiesta
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Alicante and Valencia, Spain vlog
I finally went somewhere again after 2 years of studying and working during summer. Spain is amazing! Learned a lot in Alicante and also had the opportunity to see a bit of Valencia.
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I visited my friend Greg in Spain and he showed me some things to do in Alicante where we started our little exploration of the Costa Blanca region
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I flew down to Spain in December for 2 weeks to hang out with my friend Greg and his girlfriend Nellie. My first stop is Alicante where both live in an apartment close to the city center - the perfect base to explore the city from!
Greg showed me around in his new hometown starting at the Playa de Prostiguet which is the main beach of Alicante. From there we headed for the main things to do in Alicante and walked through the old town in the Santa Cruz neighborhood.
The Santa Barbara castle is definitely the highlight of every trip to Alicante, from here you have an amazing view - a great spot to enjoy the sunset from before a delicious Tapas feast. As you do in Spain :)
As always feel free to leave more recommendations in the comment section below for future visitors of Alicante and the Costa Blanca!
To do the Alicante properly I recommend about 2-3 days - following I list all the places I visited & Things to do in Alicante:
- Playa de Prostiguet
- Castillo de Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara Castle)
- Explanada de Espana & Alicante Harbour
- Barrio Santa Cruz (Alicante Old Town)
- Tapas at D’Tablas, Cerveceria Sento Barrio & La Tasca del Barrio
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Top 10 Attractions for Alicante, Spain
Alicante is a port city on Spain's southeastern Costa Blanca, and also the capital of the province of Alicante. Its old town, Barrio de la Santa Cruz has narrow streets, coloured houses and a lively nightlife. You can from there take an escalator or a steep climb up to the Medieval Castillo (Castle) de Santa Barbera set up on the hilltop with stunning views.
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Eurostars Mediterranea Plaza - Spain - Alicante
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Description: One of our top picks in Alicante.Eurostars Mediterranea Plaza is 350 feet from Alicante’s Postiguet Beach, and has a roof terrace with city views. It offers a free sauna and gym, and free Wi-Fi.
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The elegant Mediterranea Plaza offers modern, air-conditioned rooms. They all have satellite TV and a mini-bar.
The hotel serves a daily buffet breakfast.
Staff at the Hotel Mediterranea Plaza’s 24-hour reception can help booking tickets for guided tours, live shows and other events. You can also hire a car at reception
Hotel Eurostars Mediterranea Plaza is set in the historic city center, next to Alicante Town Hall. Saint Nicholas Cathedral and Santa Barbara Castle are a short walk away. Alicante Airport is just 5.6 mi from the hotel.
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On 19th June, Joseph and I decided to pay our friend, Jaycee a little visit in Alicante and also to celebrate the Las Fallas festival.
If you’re looking for a relaxing, peaceful and adventurous holiday - then, Alicante might just be a perfect place for you to go. As first timers, Joseph and I went to a waterfalls in Benidorme, just outside Alicante, called Las Fuentes del Algar. It took us about nearly two hours to get there by train and taxi but it would be much easier and faster by car for sure. But, regardless of the long travel, this was definitely the highlight of our trip. I never thought I’d be jumping off a waterfalls, not once but three times. I am so thankful to God for giving me the opportunity see and experience his beautiful creations, enriched with spectacular views, roaring waterfalls and refreshing clear waters.
I must admit, we didn’t have enough time to actually roam around the whole city of Alicante but we got to see one of the best tourist spots they could offer, the very impressive Santa Barbara Castle. Walking up the steep paths of the castle in the hot weather was a bit of a struggle but we were in for a nice free treat because at the top, we had the definite opportunity to see at every angle, the picturesque view of Alicante City.
After walking around the city, a well-deserved rest and swim at the beach and then, obviously, to end our trip, we dined at a this pretty nice restaurant and ordered the famous and authentic paella. Just before we go home and pack, we witnessed the parade for the festival and I was extremely happy to at least see their celebration, making me wish I stayed a bit longer.
Thank you for the wonderful and unforgettable experience, Alicante. Thank you to Jaycee for showing us around the city and to my G, hoping for more travels with you but thanks for ticking this off my bucketlist with me. I shall be back to see more of Spain. But for now, share some love and thumbs up on my first ever talking vlog. :)
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Alicante Santa Barbara Castle June 2018
Castell de Santa Bárbara is a historic monument of cultural interest.
Perched on top of Mount Benacantil, at a height of 166 metres, stands one of Spain’s largest medieval fortresses, providing great views of Alicante’s perfect bay.
Visitors can access the castle via a lift built within the rockface opposite El Postiguet beach. You can also reach the castle on foot or by car along the road on the north face of Mount Benacantil, which starts in Calle Vázquez de Mella street.
Opening Hours of Santa Bárbara Castle
Winter (1 October to 31 March): 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Every day.
April, May, June, and September: from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Every day.
July and August: from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. When there are cultural events at night, the lift open until 23.45 h
Access to the Castle: is free
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Generally from 10:00 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.
The last elevator uploaded: 19:20 h.
Last elevator down: 19:40 h.
Located in front of the Postiguet beach, on Avenida Juan Bautista Lafora.
Price of lifts: 2.70 euros. Free for retired pensioners.
Daily official guided tours service:
Two daily visits: approximately 90 minutes. Access to the Museum of the City of Alicante (MUSA)
Languages: Spanish / Valencian / English: Depending on the languages spoken by visitors, guided tours can be done in different languages simultaneously.
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Meeting point Aljibe Renacentista for the guided tours: 10.30 and 12.30
The opening of the “Aljibe Renacentista” for free visits from 10 to 10.30 and from 12 to 12.30 hrs.
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