The old town of Alicante is particularly attractive with numerous restaurants, and can provide a very Spanish setting for a special evening out. A short drive from the centre will also bring you to the famous Villamartin golf course, a must for enthusiasts, in addition to two other first-rate, beautiful golf courses. There is also a very good Aqua Park - again only just out of the town. There are three large sandy beaches in Torrevieja itself, the palm-fringed Playa del Cura, nearest the town centre, the adjacent Playa de los Locos and the Playa Acequion. North of Torrevieja, about ten minutes' drive out of town, are some 32 kilometres of sandy beaches with pines, dunes and wooded drives.
Swimming is safe, the sand is perfect and the sun warm.
In addition, the area is known as one of the healthiest in Europe, according to the World Health Organisation, the vast salt lakes ionising the air and the climate all the year round being famous for its benefits to those with arthritis and rheumatism. If you intend to drive in Spain from the U.K., you should take your U.K. driving licence and ensure that you have adequate insurance and bail bond. Restaurants and Bars, of course, open all day and every day until very late. All rights reserved.