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Water Sports
The crystal clear waters from Valencia to Alicante are perfect for watersports and sailing - Valencia is hosting the America's Cup in 2007. Yacht clubs, sailing clubs and water sports facilities are dotted along the length of the Costa Blanca, but the Marina Alta area in particular is extremely well served in this respect, catering for a host of waterborne activities including sailing, windsurfing, surfing, canoeing, jet-skiing, felucca rowing and diving. For more information on specific clubs and amenities, visit the Valencia Tourist board web site http://www.comunitatvalenciana.com
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Just to add to the many activities that are held in the Denia and Javea area water sporting activities such as boating and yachting are just a couple of excellent events held throughout the year to attract many people to the Mediteranean waters. Sea excursions are held up and down the Costa Blanca and is an excellent way for non sailors to explore and discover the hidden secrets of The White Coast. Windsurfing and boat rentals are just a few more typical activities to bring you to the sandy beaches of Denia, Javea and Moraira.
For all the more adventurous water sports lovers there are plenty more facilities to keep you occupied! Such as: scuba diving, cave diving - explore the underwater caves and caverns and wreck diving - see the deepest wrecks in the Costa Blanca from cargo liners, destroyers to WW1 warships.
Golf
On the Costa Blanca alone there is a total of 13 excellent golf courses and with its fabulous climate all year round including the winter months, it's the perfect place to play. If you don't have any of your own equipment most golf courses have clubs for hire and if your new to it or just want to improve your game then they can provide coaching. Here are a few of the recommended courses in the area, but visit http://www.comunitatvalenciana.com for more information.
La Sella Denia
Club de Golf La Sella
Ctra. La Xara - Jesus Pobre
Tel.+34 966 454 252
Email. info@lasellagolf.com - Web. www.lasellagolfresort.com
Directions: Part of the Marriott Denia complex and located near the village of Jesus Pobre, you will get there by exiting the AP7 at junction 62, heading in the direction of Denia. Take a right to La Xara and Jesus Pobre.
Features:
Holes: 18 Course designer:Juan de la Cuadra Oyanguran,1990 Measures: 6072 metres in length.
A quality course designed by Juan de la Cuadra Oyanguran and Jose Maria Olazabal, this 18 hole beauty will have a further 9 holes addied in the future. Its a demaning round but one that provides great value for money. The onsite facilities are excellent and the adjacent Marriott Hotel adds a spalsh of 5-star glamour.
Oliva Nova
Club de Golf Oliva Nova
Urb Oliva Nova Golf
46780 Oliva - Valencia Tel.+34 962 857 666
Fax. +34 962 857 657
Directions: Take exit 61 of the A-7 motorway signposted Oliva. The course is next to Oliva town at km 209 of the N332 Murcia-Valencia road.
Features:
Holes: 18 Course designer:Severiano Ballesteros,1995 Measures: 6270 metres in length.
This golf course has a lot to offer as it is an 18 hole course, 5 hole par 3 course with practice greens and driving range. Water enters into play on 15 out of 18 holes which gives a tranquil feel to the course. The Oliva Nova has had the opportunity of hosting the Peugeot Oki Spanish National Championships on four occasions, and so is attracting many other golfing events.
Benissa - Club de Golf Ifach
Club de Golf Ifach
Urbanización San Jaime
Ctra. Moraira-Calpe, km 3
03720 Benissa - Alicante
Tel. +34 966 497 114
Fax. +34 966 497 114
Directions: Take the A-7 motorway to Benissa. From Benissa head towards Teulada; from Teulada go towards Moraira and from there take the road towards towards Calpe. The course is in Urb. San Jaime, at the 3km point on the road between Moraira and Calpe.
Features:
Holes: 9
Course designer: Javier Arana,1974 Measures: 3408 metres in length.
This course has the best views in the Region of Valencia. The designer created this course to be short and tricky with many obstacles. It has a round of 9 holes (6 par-3s and 3-par 4s) although this is a short course the holes are difficult and technical. With beautiful views of the sparkling Meditteranean sea and the Peñon de Ifach rock it shows an enjoyable days golfing. The course also offers a club bar with snacks, the Micheta Restaurant, a large swimming pool and tennis courts.
Altea
Club de Golf Don Cayo
Urb. Sierra de Altea Golf
03590 Altea la Vieja · Alicante
Tel. +34 965 848 046
Fax. +34 965 846 519
Directions: Take the A-7 motorway and take exit 64 Altea-Calpe. After the toll, take the road towards Altea La Vieja.
Features:
Holes: 9
Course designer: Gregorio Sanz y Pedro Barber,1976
This 9 hole course is located in the Sierra Bernia mountains close to the pretty coastal town of Altea, and has a very strenuous 72 par. Its open all year round and also gives private golf lessons in english, german and spanish. The golf course has a range of different levels from flat grounds to uphill. On some of the holes there are even sea views and mountain views. This course contains driving range, classes, club rentals, shop, repairs, WC on course, water and drinks on course, swimming pool, tennis, changing rooms and showers.
Javea
Club de Golf Javea
Ctra Xabia-Benitachell km 45
03730 Xabia · Alicante
Tel. +34 965 792 584
Fax. +34 966 460 554
Directions: From the A-7 motorway, take junction 62 Xabia/Javea exit. Follow road to Xabia/Javea and at large roundabout just before town take first exit signposted Benitachell. Golf club is located on the left.
Features:
Holes: 9
Course designer: Francisco Moreno, 1981 Measures: 3035 metres in length.
A 9-hole course par 72 (for 18 holes) with wide, open fairways and greens that are well protected by bunkers. Easy to play on as it has quite flat grounds and no so tiring in the hot summer sun. Javea has an ideal climate with temperatures ranging from 14 degrees in the winter to 25 degrees in the summer. Not only does this course have superb grounds but has facilities to offer such as: a large, well developed club-house with bar, a restaurant, a Pro-Shop, television and card rooms, changing rooms and a caddy area.
Days Out
Theme Parks
As the staff of Terra Mitica say, this is a place for people who know how to have fun. It's worth a day trip to spend time at this theme park where the theme is the ancient civilizations - whether the Roman Empire, Ancient Greece or Iberia. There are showpiece rides including the Magnus Colossus a wooden rollercoaster with a track over 1km in length, liveshows, street performers, restaurants, plus plenty of rides and attractions designed specifically for the younger members of the family. From July 16th to September 4th, the park is open from 10 am to midnight and for the remainder of the year from 10 am to 8pm.
Costs for an adult are 33 Euros for a day and 47 Euros for two days and for Children aged 5 to 10 years old, 25 Euros for one day and 34 Euros for two days.
Mundomar, Benidorm - Tel 96 586 91 091 www.mundomar.es
A fun day out for all the family, this marine park is home to flamingos, turtles, sea lions, bats, penguins and exotic birds. Have your picture taken with dolphins and enjoy feeding time with the sea lions.
Aqualandia, Benidorm - Tel 96 586 40 06 www.aqualandia.net
Next door to Mundomar, this water park features a host of amazing slides, flumes and water rides including the Big Bang, the Rapids, the Amazonas, the Zig Zag, Kamikaze and the Black Hole. If you feel like taking it easy, take time out at Niagra falls relax by the lagoon. You can even bathe swim with park's resident sea lions.
Benidorm's newest visitor attraction provides an 'adventure in the flora, fauna and traditions' of some of Earth's ancient civilisations. Covering three of the five continents - America, Asia and Europe, plus the ancient landmass of Pangea - Terra Natura is difficult to describe but well worth a visit. It's a chance to see wild animals, including tigers and elephants in natural-looking, habitats and experience, first-hand, several of the world's oldest cultures.
Agua Natura opened its doors in the summer 2007, this is a water park within the walls of Terra Natura. Theres a place for the parents to kick back and relax in the sun while the kids run wild with plenty of things to keep them occupied such as; water chutes, aquariums and if you have the courage - braving the waters while swimming with sharks! Agua Natura has five main large sections called: the wave pool, the water chutes, the children’s pool, the lighthouse breakwater and the SPA and sun deck. It's a guarenteed fun day out for all the family!!!
A night full of surprises where you can travel to the core of the Medieval Age and live with your family and friends the exciting world of contests, honour, challenge and glory. Enter into the Discotheque 'Torture Lounge' or get more involved in the medieval feel by having food and drinks in the same style as the XIV century. They even hold a magic show to keep the little ones occupied while the rest of the family engage in fights and tournaments!
Dinner and a show what more can you ask for! Enjoy acts such as The Randols, Tony Tonito and a river dance. It's a guarenteed night you won't forget and will be asking your kids to save up and buy you a ticket all year long! They hold events for all occasions! Reservations must be made in advance to ensure you a place. An amazing choice of menus are offered; a 1st gran palace, a 2nd gran palace and of course a special menu for the children. A night of awe for the whole family and a brilliant gift to give! Open Tuesday - Saturday from 9pm, show starts at 10pm.
Family Days Out
Fonts de L'Algar Tel 96 597 21 29
 A real natural beauty spot, located close to the town of Callosa D'en Sarria, these beautiful waterfalls are located in a steep-sided gorge surrounded by lush vegetation. Enjoy a walk along the steep path to the end of the gorge or take a dip in the crystal clear - but cool - water. There's even a diving platform perched above a beautiful natural pool. There are plenty of restaurants in the village itself providing everything from snacks to gourmet meals.
 Guadalest , the 'Eagle's Nest', is located about 25 km inland from Benidorm along the CV-70 road. The village enjoys one of the most spectacular locations in the whole of Spain, perched high up on a rocky pinnacle seemingly carved out of a mountain top and surrounded by truly stunning scenery. Despite a population of 200, Guadalest is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Spain. The main part of the old village is reached through a tunnel and is home to several craft and souvenir shops, cafés and museums. A tour of the castle and it's ruined ramparts provides breathtaking views of the surrounding valley all the way down to the Bay of Altea
The Lemon Express 966 803 103 - A trip on the Lemon Express will see you enjoying some of the best views on the whole Costa Blanca while chugging gently from Benidorm to Gata de Gorgos on a beautiful old train. Gata is famous for its guitar factory and wicker shops and you'll have time to explore both before heading back to Benidorm, partaking in a champagne party en route. www.benidorm-info.com
Safari Park, Vergel - Tel 966 439 808 - Another a great family day out, Vergel Safari Park - located in between Pego and Vergel - is home to zebras, lions, tigers and emus all running free in their own natural habitats, as well a pets corner where the likes of fallow deer and pot bellied pigs live happily side-by-side. There's also a live sea lion show plus play areas for the children and a good selection of places to eat or picnic. www.communitatvalenciana.com
Calpe Mountain, Calpe Tel 626654630 - Custom made days out for the family, quad biking, mountaineering, sailing, horse riding. Even hot air ballooning. www.calpemountain.com
Ice skating, Calpe Tel 965 834 888 or 620 149 985 - Enjoy the synthetic ice with an open air bar, play pool, air hockey or just enjoy the views of the mountain and sea around you. You could even book your kids for their birthday to get them out your hair!!! www.skatecalpe.com
Tururac, Orba Tel 965584451 - More outdoor pursuits to include mountaineering, cycling, pot holing, assault courses etc for all the family or for businesses. www.tururac.com
Bioparc, Valencia Tel 902250340 - Enter the world of African animals and plants. It's a total wildlife experience for all the family to enjoy without having to travel too far! www.bioparcvalencia.es
L'Oceanographic (city of art and science), Valencia Tel 902100031 - An educational day out, come face to face with dolphins, walruses and sea lions and learn about all kinds of exciting information about the arctic, antartctic and the mediterranean! Your sure to come away with your minds filled with information! www.cac.es/oceanografic
Cable Ski, Benidrom Tel 639612713 - A great way to enjoy the mediterreanean to its best potential. Available for children from the age of 6 till whether you feel your body can take anymore! Can your nerves handle the school of ski and wakeboard?! www.cableskibenidorm.com
Paintballing, Calpe Tel 965836410 - An enjoyable, safe way to shoot your friends and family! Spend a few hours running around eliminating people from the opposing team to gain victory! Amazing fun for everyone! There are also a choice of many other sports that are offered such as horse riding, quad excursions, scooter rentals, jet ski tours, bike rentals and many more. www.calpeaventura.com
Horse Riding - A sport loved by many, a fun activity for people of all ages. Just to spend a day galloping through the beautiful, tranquil countryside places without a care in the world. There are various places on the Costa Blanca that hold horse riding - Calpe Tel 617013390 www.calpeaventura.com or Tel 626654630 www.calpemountain.com. Benissa - Centre Hipic Marina Alta Tel 660548551 www.centrehipicmarinaalta.es or Canoret Stables Tel 965731766
Scuba Moraira Tel 966492006 - Dive the Costa Blanca with various sites in Moraira, Javea and Calpe. A padi 5 star dive centre that includes both shore and boat dives. www.scubamoraira.com
Hiking - There are plenty of places to go hiking along the Costa Blanca, with it's steep mountain sides and hills it's a hikers dream! With places like Mount Mongo, Calpe rock and Sierra Bernia to keep you going for most of the day you are bound to see views you could only dream of! www.costablancamountainfriends.com
Useful Links
For further tourist information, please click into the link before for the Valencian Tourist Board website, which offers a very comprehensive overview of the area, interesting cultural, outdoor activities as well as tips on restaurants and other general and useful information:
www.comunitatvalenciana.com/
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