Book your tennis holiday in Ciudad Quesada! The urge to find adventure and enjoy time with friends never really fades, regardless of age, gender, or background. A recent group of guests in Villa Balea, Ciudad Quesada, proved exactly that. Six Swedish gentlemen, two Peters, Ingvar, Kjell, Martti, and Janos, arrived with varied backgrounds but a shared …
Mediterranean spring food traditions Mediterranean spring food traditions is a perfect way to welcome the spring. In the Mediterranean it is a season of renewal, memory, and celebration. Winter crops are harvested, and new vegetables and fruits begin to appear on the table. This natural cycle is mirrored in the traditions celebrated during spring, especially …
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Looking for the best Alicante wine tasting during your holiday? While staying at Villa Balea in Ciudad Quesada (Costa Blanca South), take the opportunity to explore the rich Alicante wine region, local bodegas, Spanish tapas culture, and the famous Ruta del Vino de Alicante. Whether you prefer a relaxed wine tasting at home, a visit …
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Understanding the Two Types of Rentals in the Comunidad Valenciana For rentals Valencia region, there are two legal frameworks that apply to short-term rentals, depending on the purpose and duration of the stay: Tourist or Holiday Rental (Vivienda Turística – GVA Licence) This type of rental is regulated by the Generalitat Valenciana (GVA) under Decreto 10/2021.It applies to short holiday stays of …
Alicante gastronomy and dishes are distinguished by a rich variety of traditional stews that reflect the region’s history and cultural diversity. On your next trip to Alicante you should try to try some of the more notable dishes. There is a variety of stews (guisos), hotpots (potajes), casseroles (pucheros), olletas, and broths (cocidos) are fundamental to …
I recently came back from a self-discovery and workcation trip to Alicante. I love the January and February trips as it is a sign that the new years is up and going. Self-discovery and workcation trip Alicante, packing away the old to leave space for the new Each time I go I combine re-charging batteries …
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Which are the Spanish pastries and delicacies that are important on holidays such as Christmas. There are some you must try while in Alicante. Nevertheless , it depends on which time of the year you go to Spain. There are a series of holidays that host their own set of pastries and sweets. In this …
Sun workcation in Alicante gives a boost to energy and well-being. The word stands for work and vacation. This is how I like to spend my days in Villa Balea. Working, hiking and enjoying moments with friends. The glazed terrace my favorite space in the winter The glazed terrace is perfect in winter time. The …
Dreaming of a Mediterranean garden in South Alicante? My father did just that. My father Bertil Olsson planted the garden. He enjoyed gardening but as he got older he had a local man to take care of the Villa Balea garden. I know employ a professional firm. The garden has changed over the years as …
While on Costa Blanca perhaps you are looking for outdoors games and sports. Today when you rent a holiday villa in the Valencia region the new rules allow the house owner to do so for 10 nights for the same group of people. For more days the rentals are under another kind of non tourist …
