Europe
Alicante, Spain
By Tina & Ming Juan
/ Gen. 4
/ Branch
Jan 2, 2026
Europe
Alicante, Spain
By Tina & Ming Juan
/ Gen. 4
/ Branch
Jan 2, 2026
Europe
Alicante, Spain
By Tina & Ming Juan
/ Gen. 4
/ Branch
Jan 2, 2026
Places to Stay
Meliá Hotel - Beachfront hotel with stunning views of Santa Barbara Castle.
Lucentum Hotel - Comfortable accommodation in the city center.
Alicante Golf Hotel - Perfect for golf enthusiasts with great course views.
What to Do
Santa Barbara Castle - Climb up for a spectacular view of the ocean.
Tabarca Island - Spend a day where there are good restaurants and quaint shops.
Esplanada de España - Walk along and try Horchata (a non-dairy milk made of Tiger Nuts) at Peret's.
Where to Shop
El Corte Inglés - Major department store with wide selection.
Altea - A romantic mountain town where you will find unique boutique shops.
Along the Esplanada - Small stalls that the locals call "hipis."
Local Dishes to Try
Paella / Arroz - Or as the Alicantinos say, "Arroz" - typical would be snails and rabbit arroz.
Caldero de Bogavante - A soupy arroz made with local lobster.
Red Prawns - The best come from Denia and Santa Pola, two Alicante towns.
Where to Eat
Autobar - This local favorite since 1951 serves the best seafood.
Mi Casa - All you can eat arroz served with many side dishes.
La Vaqueria - The highest quality of meat in Alicante.
Where to Drink
San Juan Beach - Que Rico Bar & Restaurant - The best Mojitos are at Que Rico Bar & Restaurant.
El Portal - A high quality wine bar.
Alicante Golf - A quiet spot to have a drink and enjoy the view of the golf course.
Museums & Historical Sites
Marq Museum - The exhibits are changed every three months.
Lucentum - Ancient Roman ruins.
Casco Antiguo - Walk through the old town of Alicante.
Packing Tips
Clothes to protect from the sun
Sunglasses
Swimsuits
Places to Stay
Meliá Hotel - Beachfront hotel with stunning views of Santa Barbara Castle.
Lucentum Hotel - Comfortable accommodation in the city center.
Alicante Golf Hotel - Perfect for golf enthusiasts with great course views.
Where to Eat
Autobar - This local favorite since 1951 serves the best seafood.
Mi Casa - All you can eat arroz served with many side dishes.
La Vaqueria - The highest quality of meat in Alicante.
Where to Drink
San Juan Beach - Que Rico Bar & Restaurant - The best Mojitos are at Que Rico Bar & Restaurant.
El Portal - A high quality wine bar.
Alicante Golf - A quiet spot to have a drink and enjoy the view of the golf course.
What to Do
Santa Barbara Castle - Climb up for a spectacular view of the ocean.
Tabarca Island - Spend a day where there are good restaurants and quaint shops.
Esplanada de España - Walk along and try Horchata (a non-dairy milk made of Tiger Nuts) at Peret's.
Where to Shop
El Corte Inglés - Major department store with wide selection.
Altea - A romantic mountain town where you will find unique boutique shops.
Along the Esplanada - Small stalls that the locals call "hipis."
Museums & Historical Sites
Marq Museum - The exhibits are changed every three months.
Lucentum - Ancient Roman ruins.
Casco Antiguo - Walk through the old town of Alicante.
Local Dishes to Try
Paella / Arroz - Or as the Alicantinos say, "Arroz" - typical would be snails and rabbit arroz.
Caldero de Bogavante - A soupy arroz made with local lobster.
Red Prawns - The best come from Denia and Santa Pola, two Alicante towns.
Packing Tips
Clothes to protect from the sun
Sunglasses
Swimsuits
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