Calpe Costa Blanca Spain

View From The Top Of Penon de Ifach Calpe

The town's most famous and distinguishing feature is its mighty Peñon de Ifach - the huge rock which rises 332 metres out of the Mediterranean, reminiscent of the Rock of Gibraltar. The Peñon was declared a nature reserve in 1987 and now provides a safe haven for a variety of birds and unusual flora and fauna. For the energetic, a hike to the top of the Peñon de Ifach is a memorable experience - but definitely not one to be contemplated by the elderly, disabled, or those prone to vertigo! The summit can be reached by means of a tunnel that was built in 1919 and leads to the northeastern side of the rock. The climb up was relatively easy up to this point, but the rocks in the tunnel were extremely slick. There were ropes on both sides of the tunnel to help you cross this area more safely. At the exit, there was a small vantage point towards the west. The itinerary from here becomes much more hazardous, and we chose to turn around and head back. People less well-equipped, i.e., sandals instead of hiking boots, proceeded on – we wished them well. The views from all points along the walk were spectacular. More from this article...

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Fiesta Senija, Costa Blanca Spain

One of the many fiesta's that all towns in Spain hold throughout the year. This was a group of young drummers who where really entertaining. Some of the young people dress up as the opposite sex, just for fun.

Save £'s By Flying Midweek

Families can save a lot of hard earned holiday cash by flying midweek, the savings can be substantial! Not only that, the airports are quieter and less hassle in the week so your stress levels will be lower!

For example a family of four flying to Majorca in August for one week will be charged £2,334 if travelling with holiday giant Thomson on a Saturday morning in July.
The same holiday departing on a Thursday evening in August comes in at £1,480 - a saving of £854.


Similarly, a family flying with EasyJet Holidays from Edinburgh to Majorca will pay £2,216 if leaving on a Saturday morning in July.
That is £524 more than the same holiday leaving on a Tuesday morning in August.


A holiday with Cosmos to Majorca worked out at £2,536 based on a Saturday departure from Manchester Airport. That was £655 more than the same holiday going out on a Friday afternoon.

You can find many holiday apartments or villas that accept midweek arrivals at spain-holiday-sun.com

Or, to make it simple, send us an email stating the dates you wish to arrive and depart and the number in your holiday party and we will mail you a list of available properties.

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Holiday Apartment In Javea £100 p/p per/week

Holiday Apartment Spain Available Aug

A modern and tastefully maintained apartment just five minutes walk to the port area of Javea, La Grava beach front and the marina, with its numerous restaurants, bars and shops. There are also, bars and restaurants in the immediate locality. Floridamar, the complex name, has been tastefully designed with wide walkways a large communal pool, and a separate childrens pool, as well as a jacuzzi, all bordered by a sizeable green lawn surrounded by flowering shrubs, and trees providing shade and a relaxing feeling.

Bedrooms: 3 twin bedrooms, 2 overlooking the gardens and pool area, all furnished with air conditioning units. Available August for £600 per week for 6 people! More...

Iceland Volcano Flight Disruption UK

It seems, as of 4pm Uk time, that most flight cancellations, due to the Iceland volcano, are too and from Scotland.

Update: Now the ash cloud is due to cover the whole of the UK by Friday, Oh Heck! We will have to wait and see!!!

Update 26th May: Looks like it was all a storm in a teacup, the ash cloud that was going to ruin holiday flights from the UK this weekend has dissipated.

The Met Office today confirmed that the volcanic ash cloud posed no threat to families planning a getaway over the bank holiday weekend.

A spokesman said the situation was 'improving' with a much reduced concentration of ash drifting over the UK at 35,000-55,000 feet.

The Civil Aviation Authority confirmed no flights from the UK would be disrupted at the weekend.

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1390558/Ash-cloud-2011-Met-Office-says-threat-volcano-ruining-holidays.html#ixzz1NSYioqJU

Good news for the travelers this weekend...

Vacations And Volcano's

Grimsvotn volcano

The Iceland volcano eruption is starting to cause flight cancellations in Scotland and the ash cloud is heading south across the UK. The following info was issued by the Association of British Insurers...

• Contact your airline for the latest information about travel arrangements. If your flight is cancelled airlines should offer you either a full refund or an alternative flight. EU-based airlines are required to offer you accommodation and meals if you are delayed in getting home to the UK.
• If your flight is cancelled and you do not travel, insurers will refund your premium if you took out single trip travel insurance. If you arrange an alternative flight at a later date, your travel insurer should be able to change your policy to cover this.
•  Following the ash cloud disruption in April 2010, it has been possible to buy travel insurance which specifically covers cancellation, delay and curtailment due to ash cloud disruption. Check your policy for the terms and conditions.
•  Check your travel insurance policy for any cover that may be available. While volcanic ash is not a specific risk in most policies, some may cover delay and any subsequent abandonment. Your travel insurer can advise.
•  Payment for any delay, whether outward or return, is usually a fixed sum for a specified period up to a maximum amount. Some policies may pay a lump sum if the delay is over a certain time (typically 24 hours), and you are forced to abandon your trip.
•  Where your travel policy covers ash disruption then you will be covered for this latest eruption, provided you took the policy out before this latest eruption could have been reasonably foreseen. Check with your insurer on this and any initial periods when cover may be limited.
•  ABI member travel insurers will provide information for customers on their websites wherever possible. Nick Starling, the ABI's director of general insurance and health, said: "Travel insurance is designed to work alongside, and not duplicate, any compensation you are entitled to from your airline or tour operator.

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1389639/Iceland-volcano-2011-Flights-Scotland-cancelled-ash-drifts.html#ixzz1NG0aNV9GNote: Please check with your tour operator or airport before you leave home to check the latest conditions.

Frank Evens British Bullfighter

By Derek Workman - An English freelance journalist living in Valencia
Author of... Inalnd Trips From The Costa Blanca & Small Hotels And Inns Of Eastern Spain

Frank Evens

From the battered, deep brick-red metal sheeting of the temporary plaza de toros, plonked on a piece of wasteland beside the railway station at the dog-end of Lebrijas, itself an Andalucian town of almost nil distinction, comes a roll of drums and a weedy blast on trumpet and saxophone as the town band announces the arrival into the bullring of that day's matadors, bandaleros and sword handlers as they make their triumphant march across the spotless pale golden sand. On the far right a tall slim chap with ginger-ish hair, dressed in the 'traje corto', the tight fitting black bolero suit used for minor bullfights, doffs his hat and salutes the crowd.

Even from the top ranks of the rickety benches he sticks out from the rest of the field - hardly surprising, he's Frank Evans, Britain's only bullfighter. But whether it's hick-town Andalucia or the soaring heights of Las Ventas in Madrid, Spain's most famous bullring, when that big, black temper on the hoof makes a run at you you'd better be ready to stand your ground - and Frank Evans has done it more times than any other non-Latin bullfighter in the history of the spectacle.

The number of British matadors who have stood in front of a bull can be counted on three fingers. The first was the ex-public schoolboy, Vincent Hitchcock who fought during the 1950's. During the '60's Henry Higgins had a brief moment of fame, but none have had the staying power of Salford's Frank Evans, who killed his first bull at the age of seventeen in 1966 and, except for a period in the 70's, has worn the sparkling suite of lights every year since... More of this article...

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Saturday Rastro In Jalon, Costa Blanca Spain

Jalon Valley Almond Blossom

Its beautiful day in the Costa Blanca with temperatures arround the 25º mark, blue skies and glorious sunshine.

Took a short trip to Jalon (pronounced Halon) to go to the Saturday Rastro a great place to find all sorts of interesting stuff, a lot of it junk but there are often useful items to be had at a knock down price. You can also stock up on home grown Jalon wine in the Bodega.

The journey take you through the Jalon Valley which is in full color with the almond blossom, grape vines and orange trees.

When you are done with the market there are bars and cafe's next to the market to get some food and drink and a well earned rest.

If you are out this way, take time to visit Jalon, you wont be sorry.

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If you dream of staying at a lovely villa with private pool in the Jalon Valley away from the hustle and bustle of the coastal resorts, stop dreaming and follow this link...

Free Car Hire On All Our Majorca Holiday Villas!

Claim Your Free Car Hire

YES! we are offering one free car hire on all our 2011 holiday villas in Majorca! To find our more, visit Spain Holiday Sun to find available holiday villas.

Or, to make it simple, send us an email stating the dates you wish to arrive and depart and the number in your holiday party and we will mail you a list of available properties.

Please Note: Most of the Majorca villas arrival and departure days are Saturday.

Oh, and don't forget your One Free Car Hire!

Spain Weather Today (20th May 11)

Benissa Costa Blanca Spain 

Penon de Ifach Calpe

The day started a little overcast and it looked like rain but mid mourning the sun broke through the clouds and it turned out to be a nice day with a little breeze. Warm enough to ware just a T-shirt. 

Spring is a great time to visit Spain, there are less crowds and parking in the towns is a doddle. A lot of people know this and take advantage of the warm, sunny days with less holiday makers around.

Some don't!  So why not come and see why many of us Brits live here all year round and many others visit Spain in the Spring and early summer and get the most out of their holiday to Spain.

We have many villas and apartment for holiday rental in various locations.

Take a look here...

Javea Holiday Villa Casa Kidogo

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Villa Kidogo Javea

Space, light and quality are keynotes of this charming holiday villa rental. Well designed, and fitted out to high standards, Casa Kidogo makes an excellent holiday residence and a warm, comfortable winter home. The villa layout is on one level, simple and convenient. A large, main living area from which are the kitchen, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Double doors lead from the living room to the swimming pool and garden. The gardens are totally enclosed and secure, with attractive Mediterranean flowering plants and shrubs, orange, lemon and pomegranate trees, and one or two shady pine trees.

Villa Kidogo Pool

La Cala itself is situated a short distance south-east of Javea in lush, pine-covered woodland on the road leading from Jávea to Cabo de la Nao, Spain's most easterly point. At the eastern boundary of La Cala are cliff tops overlooking the Mediterranean and the tiny island of Portichol, whilst all around this area are stunning views of the rocky headlands and bays, including Cabo de la Nao and Granadella. Rocky coves for snorkelling and scuba diving are a 5 minutes away by car. Distances: Arenal sandy beach & amenities 4.5 km. Supermarket 2 km. Mini market, restaurants etc. 1.2 km.

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Villa Holiday Majorca

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4 Bedrooms Sleeps 8

The Villa Lleida is an elegant villa rental of recent construction and has the necessary conditions for people who are looking for something different and special in Polleca Majorca.

It is a four-bedroom villa with three complete bathrooms and every care has been taken over the decoration. Beautiful furniture adorn the wide living room which also has a great round table ideal for dinners with family or friends.

The spacious terrace is attached to the house with some wide windows to let you enjoy the lovely view. The pool with the yaccuzi is placed in the center of the garden which is surrounded by grass and by a large terrace with a barbecue and solarium.
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Holidays in Spain

Holiday apartment in Javea Spain

Near the sea

Stylish Interior

£83.00 per person in July. (Contact through the website, follow the link above)

From the moment you enter the marble entrance lobby of Apartment Madrid you are aware of quality and exclusivity. Our apartment is on the first floor of this prestigious building in the heart of the port area of Javea, and is ideally located for those who prefer to minimise the use of a car or even, perhaps, manage without one.

The apartment itself has light, very spacious rooms, is tastefully furnished, and has an extremely well-equipped, modern American kitchen. Javea Port has an excellent variety of bars, restaurants and shops, and attractive and bustling promenades. Close by are the harbour, the fishermen’s church, the Club Nautico, fish market, and waterfront with good restaurants, cafés, bars and other attractions, mostly open year-round. There is also a comprehensive sports centre.

A few minutes walk takes one to the local pebble beach - gently-sloping, with clean sea and lots to watch. To the far side of the harbour is a rocky cove with a beach bar. The historic town of Jávea is less than 2 km away, and the popular Arenal beach, with its many attractions, is five minutes by car or bus.

Holiday apartment in Javea Spain