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Its no wonder cheap holidays to the Costa Blanca are amongst our best selling deals the region has some of the best sunny weather all year round in the Mediterranean and also contains Benidorm a resort whose club scene and sandy beaches have become legendary for British holiday makers. By far the biggest appeal of our package holidays to the Costa Blanca are the wonderful beaches. To the east of Benidorm is the lively Playa de Levante (rising sun beach) and to the west is the quieter Playa de Poniente (setting sun beach) both of them popular amongst Costa Blanca holiday makers.

In between the two beaches is nestled Benidorms old town. The old town is the old fishing village, it still conserves white houses and winding lanes and Costa Blanca holiday makers find it a great place to shop, enjoy a drink alfresco or find a cosy Benidorm restaurant. From the famous Mirador (view point) you can take in the enthralling views of both the Poniente and Levante beaches a memorable view.

Those taking cheap holidays in Costa Blanca with the family will delight in some of the local attractions they can take in during their stay. The region has a handful of theme and water parks, as well as a good number of animal parks and zoos guaranteed to keep youngsters entertained during your Costa Blanca package holiday.

Package holidays to Costa Blanca with Search Travel Online have it all sun, sea, sand and enough local attractions to keep the kids happy and your holiday relaxing!

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Currency

Spain’s official currency is the Euro often signified by € or EUR. One Euro is divided into 100 cents. Money can be exchanged at bureaux de change and major hotels, but banks give the best rates. All major credit cards and travellers cheques are widely accepted at most hotels, restaurants, and shops. ATMs are widespread and are generally the cheapest and most convenient method of obtaining money. The Euro is used in 12 members of the European Union. Countries and territories using the Euro include: Belgium, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Austria, Portugal, Finland, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino, The Vatican, Martinique, Guadalupe, Reunion, Montenegro, and Kosovo.

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Albir Climate

Summers in the Costa Blanca are guaranteed to be hot and sunny, with temperatures reaching between 27-40C for holidays in July and August. The intense heat is tempered by the coastal breezes, and with 12 hours of sunshine a day, the sandy beaches in the Costa Blanca are the best place to be. When temperatures really start to soar, many locals and tourists alike choose to stay indoors during the afternoons, when the sun is at its strongest. For those looking for milder weather, the autumn is an ideal time to visit, when the average temperature is 25C and the region still receives 7-9 hours of sunshine a day. In spring, the temperatures are a little lower, ranging from 21-24C and it is during this period that the Costa Blanca can sometimes see some rainfall - usually between March and May.

Time

Local time is GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March and the Saturday before the last Sunday in October).

Language

Spanish is the official language, but English is widely understood in areas frequented by tourists. Catalan, Galician and Basque are spoken in the relevant areas.

Electricity

Electrical current is 220 or 225 volts, 50Hz.
European-style two-pin plugs are standard.

Tipping

Hotel and restaurant bills usually include service charges, but additional tips are welcomed for services rendered. In established restaurants tips of about 10% are expected. Drivers of metered taxis expect small tips and it is customary to tip usually 5-10% for most services, including guides.