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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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 …
Wine taste Alicante’s Amazing Wines Which are the he best Alicante Wines? Wine tasting Alicante while you are on your holiday in Alicante. Take the opportunity to explore the region’s rich selection of wines. Large supermarkets such as Carrefour, Aldi, Consum, and Lidl often have an excellent wine selection, while Mercadona offers affordable options from …
Buñuelos and Spanish fried pastries are more than just food—they are like many other Spanish delicacies tied to religious, seasonal, and local traditions. The history of fried pastries in Spain is deeply intertwined with its diverse cultural influences and has its roots back to Roman, Moorish and Sephardi traditions. Spanish pastries baked with oil (often …
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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 …
There are many exceptional season fruits in Alicante. I will focus on three that are not only delicious but also has a long history in the region. The date The date is a fruit that you can find in places with large palm groves such as Orihuela and Elche. It is a historical legacy in …
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The industrial heritage Alicante is present all over. This is good as industrial tourism is on the rise. It is closely connected to other learning vacactions as it gives you an insight in the development of Spain, both economic and social. Part of Alicante landscape is clearly marked by industries such as the production of …
Spain is a country with beautiful nature. The landscape is however shaped by a long agricultural tradition, especially in Mediterranean regions, such as Alicante. The impacts of agriculture on the natural environment could be seen around the river Segura, the mountain areas, and the highlands. There you can discover heritage and old agricultural landscapes. There …
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Are you looking for a thermal spa in Murcia? Then head to southern Alicante! It is a gateway if you want to explore nature, thermal bath, and history of several provinces. Every year I try to go with friends to Villa Balea and we just hang out around the pool or spa after an excursion …
San Juan bonfires festivities in Alicante is great fun. If you like to party this is a great opportunity. If you live or frequently visit Alicante you will soon discover that the locals love their fiestas, festivities and local heritage . This post will cover one of the most important annual celebrations in and around the …
