Casino Mediterráneo (Lugar Muelle Marina Deportiva, Alicante) – for Mediterranean standards, this is a relatively small casino. Opened in 2009, it offers a small number of slot machines. The total number of live game tables is also rather small. The casino Alicante offers the classic table games such as Blackjack and Roulette and in addition […]
Canelobre Caves (A-7, Salida 67,Busot) – located a half hour (26 km) north of Alicante city, these caves, located in the small picturesque town of Busot, have been compared to the typical interior of Gothic cathedrals. The acoustics here are good enough to hold concerts (which have occurred on occasion). Interestingly, these caves were busy […]
Bonfires of Saint John (Hogueras de San Juan)(Alicante) – this event dates back to pre-Christian times and marks the arrival of the Summer solstice, the longest day of the year. It is celebrated all over Spain but especially in coastal regions where many people head for the beach, build bonfires and party throughout the night. […]
Bonalba Golf Club (Casa Club Bonalba – Ptda. Bonalba, Mutxamiel) — stunning views are part of the package with this 18-hole golf course. Located on the outskirts of Alicante city (at the back of the golden sands of San Juan beach), the course can be enjoyed all year round. The complicated design, giving a par […]
Barrio de la Santa Cruz (Alicante) – located southwest of Santa Bárbara castle, this is Alicante’s oldest neighborhood. Small colorful homes dot the hill where this neighborhood is located. This is a charming area worthy of a stroll through its narrow streets. This is a worthy place to visit during holidays like Semana Santa (Easter […]
The Outlet Stores Alicante (Carretera Alicante 94, San Vicente del Raspeig, Alicante) – located near the Universidad de Alicante, this mall has a variety of International retailers, such as Diesel, Levi’s, Nike, Puma, and Quiksilver (along with some regional brands). There is also a range of restaurants – from gourmet to fast food like Burger […]
Centro Comercial Plaza Mar 2 (Av. de Dénia, Alicante) – this shopping center has over 100 retailers (both International brands like Adidas, Benetton, H&M and Zara, as well as regional ones). There’s also a cinema, a supermarket, as well as parking.
Centro Comercial Panoramis (Muelle Pte., Alicante) – located at the popular seaside Paseo Marítimo marina area of Alicante, this shopping center has a more limited number of retailers, and is better known for its multiplex theater, fitness center, and outdoor musical events.
Centro Comercial Gran Via Alicante (Calle de Jose Garcia Selles 2, Alicante) – in existente since 1998, this shopping center has 60 regional retailer, along with Careffour supermarket, cell service providers like Orange, Movistar and Vodafone. Like other shopping malls, this one also conducts its share of promotional events (especially during the holidays).
Z Klub (Calle de Coloma, Alacant, Alicante) — one of Alicante’s best known nightclubs, this is one serious discoteca, attracting an international crowd as well as some of the world’s best DJs spinning house, trance and techno til the wee hours. Z Club doesn’t get going until about 3am so you’ll want to try a […]