VillaSpain Blog

This Blog’s aim is to help people who want to travel to the Costa Blanca, so please share your experiences, and tips, regarding towns, beaches, restaurants, bars, monuments, walks and any other useful information that future travellers may find beneficial.
Send by email with upto 2 photos (optional) to blog@villaspain.co.uk

Jennifer Barrett and Andrew Nuttall recommend ... - Mon 22nd June 2009

There are some really nice restaurants near in Moraira, which is only about 7 minutes drive from the villa. One in particular which we found really nice was the Bajul Indonesian Restaurant, second street on from the car park situated in Moraira town.

Another, which we found enjoyable was just on...More >>


Some Spanish words and phrases for your holiday - Tue 16th June 2009

It is always nice to be able to say a few words of the local language when you are abroad but it can be a bit daunting. Picture this …… before your holiday and with all good intentions you buy a phrase book so you are ready to converse with the...More >>


Barbara Johnson recommends ..... - Wed 27th May 2009

Gasolineria cafe (look for the Blue Bull) - on the road to Moraira is excellent for home-made cakes and refreshments. The owners are most welcoming.

La Fustera Supermarket is approx 100m from the cafe and is open on a Sunday until 2.00 and they do beautiful meats for BBQ and are...More >>


Flamenco - Tue 14th April 2009

Flamenco is a traditional Spanish musical genre combining Cante (song), Baile (dance) and Guitarra (the guitar). Originating from the province of Andalusia the flamenco can tell all imaginable stories from tragedy to comedy, and love to politics using song, dance and music to bring the story alive. Stories abound of the...More >>


Costa Blanca surprised me. - Tue 23rd December 2008

This was my first visit to Costa Blanca Spain and I must say it exceeded my (very low) expectations. My preconceived notion about Costa Blanca was rows of high-rise hotels, English restaurants and beaches crammed with “lobster” people and not a word of Spanish heard within miles. Why did I go?...More >>


Cleve Palmers holiday in Javea Nov 08 - Sat 29th November 2008

Winter months in Javea are fairly quiet, however there are still plenty of cafes and restaurants open. Lots offer a 'menu of the day' at very cheap prices but still good quality.

Weather on our 15 day trip in November was sunny every day except two rainy days, daily temps averaged...More >>


Guadalest - Tue 04th November 2008

We recommend a trip to the mountain village of Guadalest, wonderful views with eagles flying near by.

For a special treat try the restaurant.

Trish And Simon LeverettMore >>


Moraira by Mary from Canada - Thu 30th October 2008

We had a wonderful week at "Amber". A couple of bad weather days, but that didn't deter us from doing what we wanted to do. The villa is very comfortable and well equipped.

We also liked the location very much as we were able to walk to the beach and also...More >>


Stuart's October 2008 Holiday in Moraira - Wed 15th October 2008

Just returned from a week in Moraira staying at the Villa Estrella. Villa was lovely and in a great location. We had a long chat with the pool man. Really lovely guy who filled us in on the local news etc.

We really like the Moraira area there is so much...More >>


Restaurant recommendations by Gillian Kitson - Mon 15th September 2008

We visited the commercial centre (Cumbre del Sol) on a few occasions. The Obsession Lounge (I think that was the name) was superb, with good food and
entertainment at the weekends. We wished we had found it sooner.

The Irish bar was a good venue to just sit and have a drink and...More >>


Olga's Holiday in Moraira - Sun 31st August 2008

The place was quiet, green, beautiful. The villa was really spacious, cozy and comfortable. Two floors had separated entrances, we and our guests liked an opportunity to have some privacy. It was a bit far from a sea but we had a car and it was not a problem at all.

There...More >>


Great eating experiences by the Sutcliffe family - Tue 19th August 2008

The resort of Moraira was unknown to us but a real treasure and a wonderful spot. We would consider re-visiting the resort. The restaurant recommended by your web site guide - Le Dauphin, is absolutely fantastic! What a location and the food was superb with impeccable service.

The pool man was a...More >>


NATURAL PARK OF IFACH ROCK, CALPE - Tue 03rd June 2008

Rising from the sparkling blue Mediterranean sea, the precipitous rock formation called Penon De Ifach watches over the bay of Calpe. One of the most famous sights along the Costa Blanca coastline, Spain, Penon De Ifach is now a protected Natural Park.

In former times the rock was used as a watchtower...More >>


Feeling guilty about carbon emissions when travelling? - Tue 01st April 2008

As a first time blogger and as part of the team at Villaspain it occurred to me that I should say something of great interest, or so I think, so I have saved myself until now. Others can be the judge.

Feeling guilty about carbon emissions when travelling?

How many of us have...More >>


Unspoilt Costa Blanca - Tue 11th March 2008

It may seem like a contradiction in terms, but head for the villages and countryside north of Alicante and the vibe changes from turismo to tradicional.

An hour and a half into my drive north of Alicante and I noticed something pretty dramatic - suddenly, almost within the turn of a corner,...More >>


Magnificent Vegas style shows on your doorstep - Mon 10th December 2007

BENIDORM PALACE

A magnificent and gloriously colourful BIG show of international renown. Wine and dine first, or go later to enjoy some of Europes very best showtime entertainment in this plush, capacious, traditional style nightclub. Feast your eyes on the first-class, fabulous dancers in exotic, spectacularly glamorous feathered costumes who will take...More >>


Moraira by Wylde family - Wed 19th September 2007

Just arrived back from villa pintor had a lovely time, the villa is lovely, will need a car as few ups and downs with the hills to getting there younger people can walk , not recommended for the older people. pool lovely well maintained.

People really friendly, plenty of bars and restaurants...More >>


Our holiday in Moraira by the Lee family - Tue 11th September 2007

The restaurant we really liked (having a son who does not like tapas or Rice) was Monroe's Carvery. It has a special deal where if you order before 7pm then an adult meal and dessert is just 7.75 euros and for children it is 4.25 It gets very busy so it...More >>


Fiestas in Teulada- Moraira - Thu 06th September 2007

After enjoying the beach and cooling off in the sea, you can if you wish enjoy one of the many fiestas, for which Spain is renowned throughout the world. In the Moraira/Teulada region, you will find different fiestas take place throughout the year. In preparation, the local people bake, cook, make...More >>


Javea beaches and coves - Tue 24th July 2007

Playa del arenal (Arenal Beach)

Situated in the middle of the bay, this is the best-known beach and the one most visited by tourists. It is the only sandy beach, as the others are composed of rocks or gravel.
At its Northern end there was a large Roman settlement, the site today of...More >>


The Costa Blanca (Well some of it). - Tue 29th May 2007

Our stay at Moraira was our first family holiday abroad, So not knowing what to expect,we were more nervous than excited. The hour drive at night to the villa ( Casa Bonita ),was an adventure in itself. After getting lost immediately from leaving the airport,despite crystal clear directions from the team...More >>


My lovely holiday in Calpe - Thu 10th May 2007

The apartment we stayed in was spanking new and clean and made a lovely
holiday home, with simple but comfortable furnishings and a larger than
average balcony overlooking the beach, which had some shady parts and
moments but caught the sun for most of the day. There was plenty of room on
it for a...More >>


Article on Moraira by Carol Sottili of The Washington Post - Wed 09th May 2007

Attention all travelers who like the concept of getting out of their comfort zone and traveling unescorted through foreign lands, but who stick with the tried-and-true because they don't want to maneuver through strange roads, languages, customs, etc. I have discovered the perfect destination. Think exotic enough that you won't hear...More >>


Baby arrival at villa - Sun 18th March 2007

'My wife Caroline and I have been living in the town of Nerja in the Malaga region with our three sons for the past year and a half . We are all originally from the UK . When we found that Caroline was pregnant we decided to take a last holiday...More >>


The Costa Blanca - definitely worth a visit - Mon 19th February 2007

The sun-baked Costa Blanca is a 170 mile stretch of Spain’s east coast, centered on Alicante and running from Denia in the north to Mazarrón in the south. The greener landscape north of Alicante runs through particular pretty areas around Altea through to Calpe, Moraira, Javea and Denia, which are the...More >>