A gentle stroll along the beach, sandwiched between the salt pans of Santa Pola and the sea, to the mouth of Alicante's river - el Rio Vinalopó
Author: Guy Pelham
I blog mostly about my favourite corner of Spain — Villajoyosa on the Costa Blanca — but also anything else in Spain that takes my fancy. I’m based in London, but spend as much time in Villajoyosa (aka La Vila Joiosa, or La Vila for short) as I can get away with.
Celebrating the miraculous tears of Santa Marta
The Fiesta de las Lagrimas (the tears) de Santa Marta celebrates a miracle. But it wasn't the first miracle the saint performed for the town of Villajoyosa.
Bikinis and the bishop; how sinful Benidorm got its Cross
Let's face it, Benidorm has a certain reputation. And its (allegedly) sinful past is the reason for the Benidorm Cross, the huge crucifix that overlooks the high rise hotels and the beautiful beaches.
The mini-Sagrada Familia and the modernist gems of Novelda
This unique church near Alicante looks just like a pint-sized version of Gaudí's Sagrada Familia! And there are even more modernist architectural gems nearby.
Exploring Benidorm’s island
Look out to sea from anywhere along the Benidorm beachfront and you'll see El Islote de Benidorm. Jump on a ferry for a quick visit - and see Benidorm from a different perspective.
Villajoyosa walks: the Amadorio dam
An easy walk up to the imposing dam on the Rio Amadorio, catching a few curiosities on the way. The dam has even starred in a Hollywood movie!
More than just a caña – craft beer on the Costa Blanca
There's a lot more to Spanish beer that just lager. We sampled the craft beer revolution at Cervezas Althaia on the Costa Blanca.
Walking Alicante’s coast – Cabo de la Huerta
A beautiful shoreline stroll from Albufereta out to the lighthouse at Cabo de la Huerta with great views across the bay to Alicante.
The Stanbrook story: the British heroes of Alicante’s darkest hour
More than 2,500 refugees fled Alicante on a British ship as the Civil War ended. This is the story of the Stanbrook and her heroic captain.
A guide to the best of Spanish cold meats
Spain has a great regional tradition for cold meats . Every part of the country seems to have its own speciality. Here's a guide.