Seven Things To Do When You Find A Costa Blanca Villa
Costa Blanca is an attractive area of south-eastern Spain, where many people rent a villa to be close to the fresh ocean air and warm breezes. But what do you do in your villa in Costa Blanca when not indoors or on the beach? Read on…
If you are planning a vacation in Spain, you can’t go wrong with booking a villa in the Costa Blanca region. Not only is Costa Blanca know for its white sand beaches, in fact the name Costa Blanca means white coast, but there are also many other amazing sights to see. The following are seven of the most popular things to see and do while in Costa Blanca.
1. Mundomar Aquatic Park
Just north of Benidorm you will find the Mundomar Aquatic Park. Here you will be able to get up close and personal with some of the worlds most popular marine animals such as dolphins, sea lions, seals and penguins. The dolphins live in a habitat specially designed for them and several dolphins have actually been born right in the park. There is also a Spanish galleon with a glass bottom where you can watch the underwater life of the dolphins. The sea lions and seals provide daily entertainment and there is also a penguin habitat that is comprised of a large colony of penguins of different species.
2. Aqualandia Park
Benidorm is home of Spain’s best water park, Aqualandia Park. The park offers all kinds of fun for the whole family. Whether it is relaxing in one of the many shaded cafes or restaurants or taking a time out in hammock, Aqualandia Park is a great place to keep cool. And the kids will love it too with the many pools, slides and water activities available to them.
3. Terra Mitica Park
Ironically Benidorm’s ancient history theme park, Terra Mitica Park, is relatively new, having only been in operation since 2000. The park is fun for the whole family and will let you step back in time to the golden years of legendary civilizations such as Greece, Rome, Egypt, Iberia and the Islands. But don’t think this is just a history lesson alone, Terra Mitica also boasts some of the largest roller coasters, like the Magnus Colossus, the longest wooden roller coaster in Europe. Even all the food served comes from the five different civilizations found in the park.
4. Secret Fountain Rooftop Bar
Nestled in the heart of Benidorm above the new casino on the strip is one of the best little hideaways in all of Costa Blanca. At the Secret Fountain rooftop bar one can find sunloungers, showers and the cleanest toilets in all of Benidorm. It’s a great place to relax and sip a drink while watching the bustle of the town below.
5. Morgan’s Tavern – Benidorm
In the shape of a huge wooden ship Morgan’s Tavern is a well know cabaret bar situated in the popular area of Benidorm. The year round entertainment includes comedians, singers, hypnotists, tribute bands and everything else you could imagine. Get there early to get a good seat.
6. Benidorm Palace Show
The legendary song contest of Benidorm has its birthplace at the Benidorm Palace, which is the best place in Benidorm to find different types of shows that will meet everyone’s tastes, from vedette shows, dances, magic and many more. The Palace has more than 1,500 seats available, but in the high season the best shows tend to sell fast, so make sure you purchase your ticket as soon as you can. The Benidorm Palace has produced some of the best-known shows in all of Europe.
7. 4×4 Jeep Adventure in the Prades Mountains
The most exciting way to discover the rough inland of Costa Blanca is by jeep. When you hire a jeep adventure a professional driver will take you to some of the most beautiful places that are only accessible by an off-road vehicle, such as the Barranco de Garx, also known as the Costa Blanca Grand Canyon and the Algar waterfalls.
Villas in Costa Blanca bring you close to more than just the breeze of the sea and the sand between your toes. If you plan to go, check out other what to do in Costa Blanca before booking your flight.
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