Mon 28 Apr 2008
Shopping in Ondara
A huge new shopping centre has just opened in Ondara. Ondara is about 35 minutes drive from Moraira, on the N332 going north or you can travel on the AP 7 leaving at the junction signposted Ondara. There are two floors of shops and eight cinemas on t...
Mon 28 Apr 2008
A day out in Benidorm
A very enjoyable day out can be had on a visit to Benidorm. Drive north on the A7 autoroute until you see signs to Levante Beach. Turn off here and join the N332 going south and keep on this road. If the weather is inclement, it is a good idea to sta...
Mon 28 Apr 2008
Terra Natura Zoo
This Zoo is a wonderful day out for the family. Take the A7 Motorway in the direction of Alicante and exit at junction 65. It is closed on Mondays. The Zoo consists of 320.000 square metres divided into 4 theme areas where you will find animals in th...
Mon 28 Apr 2008
Organised Hikes
Teulada town hall has organised new routes for hiking groups. There are three planned at present, the first is 15th March to the Serra de Crevillent, 14 kilometres of medium difficulty. The second is 26th April and is a guided hike round Volta al Pui...
Mon 28 Apr 2008
Mundomar Benidorm
The Aquatic Park of Mundomar is now open and you can enjoy a fantastic day in this exotic place. There are several shows throughout the day, including sea lions, dolphins and parrots. Also there are penguins, water slides and many other attractions. ...
Mon 28 Apr 2008
Ecological Walk in Calpe
There is a most delightful short walk by the sea shore in Calpe. This is only about two kilometres there and back but is well worth doing. Begin at the Yacht Club which is situated just below the Ifach Rock. To reach this from Moraira drive along the...
Mon 28 Apr 2008
Cactus d'Algar Gardens
Gardening in Moraira Things to do Life in Spain
There are some beautiful cactus gardens situated at Callosa d’en Sarria. From Moraira take the A7 towards Alicante and you will see the signpost to Callosa. The journey takes about 30 minutes. The gardens are open from 10.0 a.m. until approxima...
Mon 28 Apr 2008
Benidoleig Caves
If you live or are staying in the Costa Blanca, a visit to the caves at Benidoleig is well worth the trip. From Moraira you can either drive to Benissa, continue north and just outside Benissa take the right hand fork to Jalon and Alkalali, then on t...
Thu 6 Mar 2008
The Fallas
The fiesta of Las Fallas is one of Valencias most famous. This fiesta began hundreds of years ago with carpenters who worked by candle light in the dark winter nights. In the 18th century the carpenters would make figures and dress them, paint their ...
Tue 26 Feb 2008
Flamenco Dancing
Things to do Food and Drink Life in Spain
There is a Spanish restaurant which cooks dishes typical of the Valencian region, one of which is paella cooked on a wood fire (to order), also rice with bogavant, fideau, grilled meats, fresh fish and very good home made desserts. This restaurant is...