Melissa Williams
Hi, I’m Melissa, a creative writer and ESL teacher with a passion for storytelling. I started writing fiction when I was young, and I eventually discovered that I loved performing, working all over the Costa Blanca as a semi-professional singer. I now write articles that I hope will inspire and engage readers by using my creativity. Whether I'm sharing personal insights or delving into local culture, I try to produce content that is relatable and meaningful. working as a creator of events and features.
Pink Paradise: Torrevieja’s Pink Salt Lakes
The Costa Blanca is known for its golden beaches and azure waters, but just inland, there is a natural phenomenon that provides a one-of-a-kind and truly...
La Nucia to Host Thrilling Night-Time Zombie Survival Challenge this September
This September, La Nucia’s normally peaceful streets will be transformed into a heart-pounding survival zone as the town hosts its first-ever...
The Magic of Reyes Magos: Celebrating Three Kings’ Day on the Costa Blanca
While Christmas Eve and Christmas Day are joyously celebrated on the Costa Blanca, January 6th marks the true pinnacle of the festive season for Spanish...
Costa Blanca’s Festive Reindeer Peanut Butter Cookies
These adorable and delicious peanut butter cookies can be transformed into festive reindeer with a few simple decorations. They’re ideal for holiday...
Costa Blanca’s Delicious Spooky Stuffed Peppers
These “Jack-o’-lantern” stuffed bell peppers make a healthy and festive main dish for your Halloween party! They are filled with a savoury...
Spider Web Dip for a Costa Blanca Halloween Party
This creepy-crawly dip is a layered delight of creamy hummus topped with a sour cream “web” and a plastic spider for added impact. It’s ideal...
Mummy Hot Dogs
These spooky snacks are perfect for any Halloween party! Juicy hot dogs are wrapped in buttery dough bandages and baked until golden brown for a terrifyingly...
The Halloween of the Future: How Expats Are Reinventing October 31st on the Costa Blanca
Every October, the Costa Blanca begins to vibrate with an unusual energy. The days remain sunny, but the evenings are crisp, with the promise of something...
Haunted History of the Costa Blanca: Legends, Ghost Stories and Cursed Castles
As the sun sets over the Mediterranean and Halloween approaches, the Costa Blanca reveals a darker, more mysterious side—one filled with chilling legends,...
Countdown to Christmas on the Costa Blanca: Sunshine, Festivities and Mediterranean magic
Christmas is only five months away as of today (July 28th, 2025), and while it may feel distant during these warmer summer days on the Costa Blanca, the...
