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Practical tips and guides written by us to help you make the most of your holiday on the Orihuela Costa: beaches, getting around, winter sun and how to book directly.
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The areaWinter sun on the Costa Blanca: why choose Orihuela Costa
Mild winters, almost 300 days of sun a year and everything within reach. Here's why more and more travellers choose Orihuela Costa to escape the cold.
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BeachesThe best family beaches near Playa Flamenca
Fine sand, shallow water and every facility within reach. These are the beaches that work best for a family trip near Playa Flamenca.
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TipsHow to get to Orihuela Costa from Alicante airport
Alicante airport is about 45 minutes from Orihuela Costa. Here are your options — car, taxi, transfer and bus — so you can pick the one that suits you best.
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GuideA guide to renting an apartment in Orihuela Costa with direct booking
Booking directly with the owner has clear advantages. Here's how it works, what to look for before you book and why it pays to skip the middlemen.
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GuideGolf on the Costa Blanca: the courses near Playa Flamenca
Four major golf courses within a fifteen-minute drive. Here's what each one is like and where to stay so you can play without an early start.
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TipsWhere to eat near Playa Flamenca: a food guide
From a proper rice dish by the sea to classic tapas or the international choice at Zenia Boulevard. Here's where to eat well around the area.
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TipsWhat to do in Orihuela Costa when it rains: indoor plans
It rarely rains here, but when it does there's a plan. Shopping, markets, museums and day trips to Cartagena, Murcia or Elche to make the most of a grey day.
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GuideLong-stay winter rentals on Orihuela Costa
Mild winters, everything open all year and a quiet apartment to settle into for the season. Here's how long-stay winter rentals work on Orihuela Costa.
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TipsCosta Blanca with kids: a family holiday guide to Orihuela Costa
Shallow beaches, a pool right at home and plans for every age. Here's how to put together a stress-free family holiday on Orihuela Costa.
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TipsStreet markets of Orihuela Costa and Torrevieja: days, what to buy and tips
Local fruit and veg, ceramics, clothes and a lively buzz. Here's which markets are near the apartments, on which day, and how to get the best out of them.
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The areaWhere to Stay in Orihuela Costa: Playa Flamenca, Punta Prima or La Zenia
Playa Flamenca, Punta Prima or La Zenia: each area of Orihuela Costa has its own character. We help you choose whether you travel as a family, a couple or for the winter.
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TipsGetting around Orihuela Costa: with a car and without
Do you need a car to enjoy Orihuela Costa? It depends on your plans. Here are the options —airport, hire, bus, taxi and on foot— so you can decide.
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GuideBest time to visit the Costa Blanca: weather month by month
Almost 300 days of sun and a mild climate all year. Here's what the Costa Blanca is like season by season, so you can pick the best time for your trip.
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