Mark’s guidebook
Food Scene
Baybrooks Restaurant
36 Av. Antonio Pedrera SolerGreat local restaurant in walking distance
Olivos Restaurant Terrace
Modern contemporary food and atmosphere
The Bistro
Avenida Antonio Pedrera SolerExcellent food and friendly staff
Frijolino
Avenida Antonio Pedrera SolerLa Cosecha Restaurant
30 Barrio los Valeros DiseminadosFabulous food and atmosphere
El Gusto
17 C. Federico García LorcaPopular restaurant
Las Cuevas
13 Bo. Primero de MayoFabulous food served in caves!
Restaurante Finca La Vuelta
59 C. Colada de los PalaciosGreat atmosphere and good food
The Lobster Restaurant
1 Carrer AlheliesSeafood with fab views
Supermarkets
Supermercado Lidl
Consum Quesada
11 Av. Jerez de la FronteraFavourite beaches
Has a lovely beach with shallow waters perfect for younger children
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Cabo Roig
Has a lovely beach with shallow waters perfect for younger children
Just a short walk away from La Zenia shopping centre and has a hotel and restaurant serving great food with lovely views.
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Playa de la Zenia
Just a short walk away from La Zenia shopping centre and has a hotel and restaurant serving great food with lovely views.
Big long beach that gives you the choice of being in the busy centre or more secluded spots further out
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Playa Centro
Big long beach that gives you the choice of being in the busy centre or more secluded spots further out
Playa Flamenca
Safe and lovely beach with views
Activities
La Finca Resort
1 C. DoloresTop class golf, spa, actuvity and entertainment venue.
The area of the Veja Baja is flat and large with numerous quiet roads of excellent condition which attracts many road cyclists
Vega Baja del Segura
The area of the Veja Baja is flat and large with numerous quiet roads of excellent condition which attracts many road cyclists
Further upstream at Cieza the Segura is a fabulous river for white water rafting. The conditions are perfect for the inexperienced and children. There are a number of tour operators that run rafting events including transport pick up from La Finca
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Segura
Further upstream at Cieza the Segura is a fabulous river for white water rafting. The conditions are perfect for the inexperienced and children. There are a number of tour operators that run rafting events including transport pick up from La Finca
Sightseeing
Orihuela
Charming town with some lovely architecture and a great market
Stunningly beautiful village in the mountains with impressive 360 degree views
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El Castell de Guadalest
Stunningly beautiful village in the mountains with impressive 360 degree views
Very pretty town well worth a visit to wander around whitewashed buildings, cobbled streets, arts and crafts markets and fabulous gastronomy
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Altea
Very pretty town well worth a visit to wander around whitewashed buildings, cobbled streets, arts and crafts markets and fabulous gastronomy
A city with stunning architecture and Roman remains. The harbour also hosts yacht races and boat trips
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Cartagena
A city with stunning architecture and Roman remains. The harbour also hosts yacht races and boat trips
One of the largest palm tree parks in Europe and it's right in the centre of Elche. Very nice to stroll about and visit one of the many bars and cafes
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El Palmerar
s/n Passeig de l'EstacióOne of the largest palm tree parks in Europe and it's right in the centre of Elche. Very nice to stroll about and visit one of the many bars and cafes
An interesting trip into the mountains with stunning views takes you to the Canelobre caves.
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Canelobre Caves
CV-776An interesting trip into the mountains with stunning views takes you to the Canelobre caves.
Beautiful waterfalls and swimming. Is busy during high season.
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Algar waterfall
s/n CV-715Beautiful waterfalls and swimming. Is busy during high season.
Best Markets
Almoradí
Great Saturday market centred around the beautiful plaza at the heart of Almoradi
San Miguel de Salinas
Market day is on a Wednesday and is well worth a vist
Zoco-markt
CV-940Large Sunday market which is close by
Golf
La Finca Resort
1 C. DoloresFavourite golf course
Vistabella Golf
447 Av. del GolfCampo de Golf Villamartín
8 Av. de las BrisasLas Ramblas Golf
37 Av. Ramblas de OlezaTennis and padel Costa Blanca
12 Av. Conde de BarcelonaLas Colinas Golf Country
2 Av. de las Colinas