"Coat yourself in the mud from the shores, which they say improves rheumatism and arthritis!"

Round & About

Entrance to Ciudad Quesada

Situated on the Costa Blanca about 40 minutes' drive south of Alicante, close to sandy beaches,  this is a wonderful place for a relaxing holiday and an attractive location for golfers. 

Sporting facilities - Apart from the obvious attraction of the La Marquesa Golf Course there are many other sporting facilities to be enjoyed in this area.  Ciudad Quesada itself has its own Aqua Park, with slides and pools, offering fun for all the family.  For the more adventurous, the larger Aqua Parks at Torrevieja and Benidorm are within easy reach.  There are tennis courts on site and bicycles for hire from one of the local shops.  This is a popular area for windsurfing and enthusiasts usually travel to the Mar Menor.  Coat yourself in the mud from the shores, which they say improves rheumatism and arthritis!

There is plenty to see and explore in this region, which boasts many fine examples of Roman and Moorish architecture. 

The northern part of the Costa Blanca is attractively mountainous and there are many fascinating villages perched on craggy mountaintops.   
Alicante, the province capital, is fascinating both by day and night.  Promenade with the Spanish along the splendid esplanade, or explore the castle and museums.  Shopping is second to none, with plenty of choice; eating out is a delight.  The palm groves of Elche offer a cool haven in the heat of the day.  the pretty mountain-top village of Guardalest promises breathtaking views.  Try visiting Jijona and watch Turron being made.  This delicious hard nougat, made with honey and local almonds is famous throughout Spain.  Sardine Alley in the lively town of Torrevieja is a good place to taste the local seafood - get your souvenirs at the night market here, where you will find a brilliant selection of goods from local artists.  The small town of Guardamar has the most superb beach.  Like other towns on the Costa Blanca, the parades and firework displays in these towns at fiesta times can only be described as spectacular.