Christmas
Dia de Reyes Magos on the Costa Blanca
While much of the world puts away its holiday decorations after December 25th, the Christmas season in Spain, particularly on the Costa Blanca, culminates in a...
Jijona Christmas and Turron Fair
The Jijona Christmas and Turron Fair is a popular annual holiday event on the Costa Blanca. It is essentially the world’s largest marketplace for turrón,...
Christmas Fair in Alicante
The Christmas fair at the Rabasa Exhibition Centre in Alicante is a major seasonal event, billed as one of the region’s largest outdoor fairs. It’s...
Christmas Magic Returns to Alicante: Get Ready for ExpoNadal
Christmas is approaching, as is one of the most anticipated family events of the season: ExpoNadal! The massive Christmas fair at the IFA in Alicante is back,...
Alicante begins installing their Christmas lights
Christmas lights arrive in Alicante around the middle of September. To avoid a repeat of the 2019 catastrophe, the City Council has accelerated the...
A New Academic Year on the Costa Blanca: More than just a return to the classroom
As the long, sun-soaked days of summer fade, a different kind of buzz fills the air along Spain’s stunning Costa Blanca. While tourists pack their bags,...
Summer’s End: The Costa Blanca Braces for a Drop in UK Tourist Numbers
As the sun sets in the final days of August, the Costa Blanca prepares for a familiar transition. The vibrant, bustling resorts that have served as a second...
A Tale of Two Fairs: Your Guide to Winter Events on the Costa Blanca
When the summer sun sets on the Costa Blanca, the event calendar heats up. From grand trade shows to quirky cultural conventions, the region’s two major...
The working calendar marks August 15th as a holiday throughout Spain
A national holiday, which is paid and non-recoverable, is observed in all Spanish autonomous communities during the month of August. The Feast of the...
Gingerbread Cookies
These classic gingerbread cookies are festive staples. They are spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and cloves and are perfect for decorating.
