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Alicante is in a prime position in the centre of the Costa Blanca from which to access the wide range of attractions in the surrounding area. Excellent road and transport links through beautiful scenery make short day trips from the city a popular choice for many visitors.

• Heading inland and 24 kilometres northwest of Alicante is the mountain town of Busot, which boasts stunning prehistoric natural caves. These ‘Caves of Canelobre’ are a vast chamber packed with strange rock formations, stalactites and stalagmites.
• Travelling further north will bring you to the Jalon Valley that is abundant with almond, orange and lemon groves, which have been grown in the region for generations.
• One of the most popular local attractions is the fantastic conservation park and natural waterfalls in Algar. The Cascada de El Algar has various features including stunning falls, natural swimming pools and a range of bars and restaurants for visitors to enjoy.

• Further inland the historic town of Guadalest is nestled high in the mountains and retains a unique appeal that continues to attract visitors away from the gorgeous Mediterranean Sea.
• Alternatively, the tourist mecca of Benidorm is north along the coast from Alicante and offers miles of sandy beaches and an industry focused on the requirements of visitors to the Costa Blanca.
• A particularly popular attraction in Benidorm is the massive water based amusement park, Aqualandia, which is enjoyed by both children and adults.

• Continuing north around the Costa Blanca there are a number of towns and villages such as, Altea, Calpe, Moraira with it’s fine beach at El Portet, Javea, and Denia that have superb markets, fantastic amenities and Spanish charm.
• Heading south along the coastline from Alicante will bring you to the towns of Santa Pola and Guadamar that are rich in the history and culture which continues to make this region one of the most popular in Europe.