Costa Blanca: On the
east coast of the country, the Costa Blanca includes the popular destinations
of Alicante and Benidorm. Different parts of the coastline have different
attractions; the Costa Blanca caters for both those looking for a lively and
exciting holiday as well as those looking for a quiet, relaxing break. Away
from the beaches, there are vineyards and orchards to visit. With so much
choice and diversity in one area, Spain’s Costa Blanca is well worth a visit.
Costa del Sol: South
of the Costa Blanca is the Costa del Sol, the region with the longest coastline
in the country and one which includes the resorts of Malaga and Marbella. The
beaches are extensive, but one of the attractions of this region is the
variation in landscape, with cliffs, coves, mountains and valleys near by. The
Costa del Sol offers all the typical tourist attractions, but has managed to
avoid destroying the traditional towns and villages. The local food is
wonderful, and visitors get a fantastic chance to sample the culture of the
area. If you’re particularly looking to head to Costa del Sol, take a look at TravelZoo
for some cheap flights.
The Balearic
Islands:
Just off the east coast, these four islands offer a slightly different Spanish
holiday. All the islands are blessed with beautiful expansive beaches dotted
with coves and cliffs, while the largest of the four, Mallorca, has majestic
mountains and beautiful scenery that are well worth a look. Ibiza has a
deserved reputation as a party destination, but if that is not your thing don’t
let it put you off, the beaches and scenery are magnificent, while there are
also great family resorts.
The Canary Islands: Lying
near the northern coast of Africa, the five largest Canaries are Tenerife,
Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and La Palma. The typically expansive
sandy beaches are there, as well as impressive reefs, bays and cliff scenery. A
unique attraction to the Canaries is its volcanic scenery, with craters and
lava fields to be seen in Lanzarote. A slightly more adventurous option, the
Canary Islands add a bit of fire to what would already be a brilliant trip.
With
such a great choice of destinations to suit every type of holidaymaker, Spain
really is a great place to choose for whatever type of break you’re planning.
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