Easter vocabulary you'll need on the Costa Blanca
Easter vocabulary The Easter period on the Costa Blanca is not only characterised by impressive processions and religious celebrations, but also by a multitude of specific Spanish terms that are closely linked to local traditions. Here is a selection of typical words that will help you to better understand the Easter customs of the region... SEMANA SANTA: The „Holy Week“ refers to [...]
Club de Golf Jávea - elegance and sporting spirit
Club de Golf Jávea - elegance and sporting spirit Golfing pleasure on the Costa Blanca - a course for the discerning The Club de Golf Jávea, idyllically situated between Jávea and Benitachell, is one of the most renowned golf courses on the Costa Blanca. Since its foundation in 1981, it has offered golfers of all levels a challenging yet welcoming environment. Here [...]
Electricity prices Costa Blanca - Higher costs, clever savings tips
Electricity prices on the Costa Blanca: higher costs, clever savings tips VAT rise and choice of tariff affect household budgets Anyone living on the Costa Blanca will have to prepare for higher electricity costs in 2025. Since 1 January, VAT on electricity has risen again from 10% to 21%, which will have a significant impact on household bills. In times of rising energy costs, the [...]
Venta del Collao: Simply good food - no frills
Venta del Collao: Simply good food Venta del Collao - A restaurant that concentrates on the essentials: good food, honest cuisine - in short, a relaxed lunch. Venta del Collao serves regional home cooking at a high level - without superfluous gimmicks and frills, but with plenty of flavour. Lunch without compromiseThis is not about an endless [...]
Dying pine forests on the Costa Blanca - ecosystem in upheaval
Dying pine forests on the Costa Blanca: an ecosystem at a turning point Experts on drought, pests and a lack of resources - why thousands of trees are disappearing and what this means for the future. Dry slopes, grey tree skeletons and a growing risk of fire - the forest dieback on the Costa Blanca is taking on worrying proportions. The Sierra Helada is particularly badly affected: Up to [...]
Digital emergency helpers on the Costa Blanca
The best emergency apps for the Costa Blanca From quick emergency calls to safety warnings - these digital helpers can be crucial in an emergency Whether it's a medical emergency, an accident in the mountains or a threatening situation on the open road - when every second counts, quick help is crucial. But especially in stressful situations, many people find it difficult to [...]
Language choice in Alicante - majority decides
Language choice in Alicante - majority of families opt for Spanish in the classroom Regional differences in Valencia: parent survey reveals controversial results. In the province of Alicante, the majority of families opted for Spanish as the language of instruction. Six out of ten parents favoured Castilian, which corresponds to 65.89% of the votes cast (83,569 votes). In contrast, 34.11% voted [...]
Spring fatigue - start the warm season full of energy!
Say goodbye to spring fatigue: how to start the warm season full of energy! The best strategies for combating seasonal energy slumps Winter is over, the sun is returning, and the first plants are blooming everywhere – actually the perfect time to start the day full of energy. But instead, many people feel listless, tired and could […]
The Fallas: history, traditions and upcoming highlights
The Fallas: Valencia's spectacular fire festival - history, traditions and upcoming highlights Every year in March, Valencia is transformed into a living work of art of light, fire and tradition: the Fallas are one of the most spectacular and best-known festivals in Spain. But what is behind this festival that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every year? From simple wooden figures to a world heritage site The [...]
Guadalest - a mountain village with secrets and liquid gold
Guadalest, a mountain village with secrets and liquid gold Why it's worth visiting again - away from the typical postcard motifs Hardly any other place in the province of Alicante has been immortalised on postcards as often as this little gem in the mountains. Anyone who lives here or regularly visits the Costa Blanca has probably already seen the mountain village [...]