Situated on the Costa
Blanca about half-way between Alicante and Cartegena, the Torrevieja
area
is surrounded
by two beautiful natural saltwater lagoons. Alicante
and Murcia airports are each 30 miles distant and the nearest
beaches are within a 10-minute drive.
There are many professional
golf courses within a 30 minutes drive notably Villamartin, Las
Ramblas
and Campoamar.
Quesada has its own 18-hole course. |
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Quesada |
Local market |
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There are several local markets that are open
every day throughout the year.
According to
the World Health Organisation, the Torrevieja area is the healthiest
place in Europe in which to live due to the microclimate created
by
the
salt
lakes and the surrounding
range
of
hills.
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The climate is generally dry and boasts 305 days
of sunshine a year.
Several of the beaches are "Blue
Flag" with
fine sand and good bathing for families. The stretch between
Guardamar and La Mata is several miles of unbroken beach. |
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Beach between Guardamar and La Mata
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Salt lakes
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A visit to the lakes to enjoy a mud bath is
recommended by doctors around the world because of its curative
properties for a large number of rheumatic dermatological, heart
and respiratory
complaints. |
The large bustling town of Torrevieja is a ten-minute
drive away with hundreds of bars, restaurants and a lovely
seaside promenade
with night-time market. As well as the many shops
and large Friday morning market, the town has an attractive front
and marina.
There is also a small fairground. Fishing, sailing
and other excursions are available. |
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Torrevieja Harbour
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Terra Mitica |
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Terra Mitica, the largest theme park in Europe,
is situated in the hills behind Benidorm and is about an hour's
drive away.
Terra Mitica is a trip through Mediterranean
cultures designed to create an exciting experience for people
of all ages.
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