Costa Blanca Holidays

Holidaymakers have been flocking to the Costa Blanca for decades now. Benidorm leads the charge. With a four-mile stretch of white sand and a skyline of skyscrapers, it delivers a beach break with a twist. What’s more, the place is home to family-friendly attractions like the Terra Mitica and Aqualandia theme parks. Benidorm knows how to burn the midnight oil, too – its collection of bars and discos put on everything from foam parties to international DJ sets.

Another one of the Costa Blanca’s big players is Alicante. With its hilltop castle and chic boutiques, it still feels deeply Spanish. Valencia is also within easy reach of the Costa Blanca. This up-and-coming city is snapping at the heels of Barcelona in the must-see stakes, thanks to its space-age architecture and massive oceanographic aquarium.

Away from the coast, there’s another side of Spain to explore. Head into the rocky hills and orange-growing valleys to discover the mountaintop town of Guadalest, the palm-grove village of Elche, and the beautiful Algar waterfalls.

How long does it take to fly to the Costa Blanca?

Flights from the UK to Costa Blanca take around two hours and fifteen minutes, depending on which airport you fly from.

What is the time difference between the UK and the Costa Blanca?

The Costa Blanca is an hour ahead of the UK – so when it’s 9am here, it’s 10am there.

What currency should I take to the Costa Blanca?

The Costa Blanca is part of mainland Spain, so you’ll need to take euros to pay for things.

Is Costa Blanca mainland Spain?

The Costa Blanca is a stretch of Spanish coastline, which translates as the ‘White Coast’. It extends from Denia in the north to Pilar de la Horadada in the south.

What is the best time of year to visit Costa Blanca?

Just like the rest of Spain’s coastline, the Costa Blanca is bathed in sunshine during the summer months. It’s hottest in July and August, when the average temperature is 27°C. And if you visit outside of peak season, in May or October, the mercury still wavers around the 20°C mark.