About Moraira

About Moraira, Costa Blanca, Spain

  • Beach at El Portet
  • Beach Bars and one of the best restaurants in the area.

Description

The town of Moraira was originally a fishing village. It still has fishing boats but is now enjoyed by many Europeans on holiday. It has kept it's charm and feeling of a village community.

Set in a valley running down to the sea. There are no high rise building as the majority of properties are privately owned villas.

There are two beaches. One is in the town and the other one is at El Portet which a short drive from the town centre. It is also possible to walk to El Portet from the town centre.

In the other direction from the villa is the town of Calpe which has long sandy beaches, many shops and restaurants marina and a thriving night life.

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Transport Details

  • Alicante airport is approx. 1 hour and fifteen minutes away.
  • Valencia airport is approx. one and a half hours away.
  • Mainly motorway driving to the villas. A car is required as the nearest bus stop is a good distance away.
  • It is possible to hire a taxi from the town centre which is approx. 10 minutes away.
  • Car hire can be organised on requested.
  • Calpe is 10 minutes and Javea 25 minutes away.

Amenities:

  • Many good restaurants and bars. Prices vary according to the establishment.
  • 8 michelin guide rated and 3 michelin star restaurants in the area.
  • A couple of night clubs.
  • Children's fair.
  • Marina.
  • Many supermarkets, banks and two internet shops.
  • Nice gift, clothes and shoe shops.
  • The area is ideal for families as the town is quite small, very clean and the Spanish are very friendly.
  • In Benidorm there is the Terra Mitica theme park, Aqualandia Water Park and Mundomar Sealife Park.
  • Benidorm Palace is worth a visit for an enjoyable night out.
  • Train station in Teulada.
  • The local wine from the Jalon Valley is an absolute must.

Local activities:

  • Water sports, Hiking/walking
  • Fishing Golf, Swimming
  • Cycling, Mountain biking
  • Horse riding, Wine/beer/food tasting
  • Flora and fauna.
  • The nearest nine hole golf course is approx. 7 minutes away.
  • 8 other courses within an hours drive from the villa.
  • There is a tennis club in Moraira.
  • Water bikes, peddelos , etc. in the town centre and on the beach.
  • International Go-Karting track suitable for all levels.