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Alicante is situated on the Mediterranean coast in the Costa Blanca and is the 2nd biggest town in the Valencia area. It is a hugely popular tourist destination and is visited by numerous Irish people every year. Alicante Airport is the 7th busiest airport in Spain. The past 10 years have seen many changes in the town of Alicante. The popularity of the town has increased rapidly from what was once a simple port town.

There are plenty of places of interest to check out in Alicante. It is a traditional Spanish town rich in history. There are many wonderful tapas bars in which you can sample some excellent local fare. There is a huge variety of food to choose from but if possible you simply must try the seafood. Fresh from the Mediterranean Sea every day it’s absolutely delicious.

La Explanada de España contains over six and a half million marble tiles which recreate the waves of the Mediterranean Sea. This is an excellent spot for a nice relaxing walk and there are also plenty of opportunities for shopping close by. One site that is sure to catch your eye is Santa Barbara Castle. The castle towers over the city and offers a great vantage point for tourists wishing to get a good view of Costa Brava.

You can gain access to the castle free of charge. If you can’t handle the long walk up to the castle then you can take a shortcut by walking through a stone cut tunnel where you will find an elevator. This is well worth a look as it is a truly unique way of travelling. During the summer months you can catch some concerts in the gardens of the castle. These concerts are normally free of charge.

If you wish to discover Alicante and its surrounding regions then take a look at our Spain car hire service. A car hire gives you flexibility and means you can enjoy your holiday at your own pace. We offer extremely competitive car hire Alicante rates.