Our Benidorm holidays are great fun for the entire family, no matter your budget

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The popular seaside resort of Benidorm has been satisfying those that need a beach break for plenty of years. Benidorm holidays are a great way for families on a budget to get away and enjoy each other’s company whilst having some fun in the sun.

Located on Spain’s Costa Blanca, Benidorm has everything a holidaymaker could want. There are plenty of accommodation options, ranging from budget self-catering apartments, to more luxurious all inclusive hotels. Relax and enjoy the sunshine as the kids play on the white sand beaches. There are restaurants and activities that will suit everyone’s budget and taste. If it’s Costa Blanca holidays you’re after, you’re sure to find a great deal on a Benidorm break.

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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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Benidorm 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.

Communication

The international access code for Spain is +34. The outgoing code is 00 followed by the relevant country code (e.g. 0044 for the United Kingdom).

Shopping

The streets of Benidorm are lined with gift shops catering for British tourists and the supermarkets are well stocked with well-known brands. Prices in the resort are cheap, particularly alcohol and cigarettes. There is an open-air market every Wednesday and a ‘rastro’ (car boot sale) every Sunday next to the railway station. The town of Altea is worth a visit on Tuesdays for its outdoor market or simply for a leisurely stroll along the promenade, while Alicante is a good destination for shoppers in search of some more sophisticated shops.

Nightlife

Benidorm is one of the biggest nightspots on the Med with something to suit all tastes. There are loads of bars hosting liveshows, quizzes, bingo, karaoke and drag shows… and lots of English live bands playing everything from Abba to ZZ Top. Young party animals tend to congregate in 'the Square' in the New Town, at nightclubs like Cafe Benidorm and the Hippodrome. The Old Town, with its bars flanking narrow streets, is a Mecca for Gay tourists during the height of the season. The Gay bars are buzzing till about 4am. There are more clubs up towards Levante Beach, but serious clubbers of all persuasions will find their dreams come true at the huge clubs like Ku, KM, Champions (formerly Pacha), El Divino, Penelopes and Space.

Activities

Benidorm's major attractions are its spectacular beaches. The two huge sweeping crescents stretch for over three miles (5km) andare known as Levante and Poniente - Spanish for sunrise and sunset. They are kept meticulously clean and are consistently voted among the cleanest and most popular beaches in Europe. All sorts of watersports can be organised from the beaches from swimming and diving off the man-made rafts to jet skiing, banana boat rides, parasailing and scuba diving. On the out skirts of town tourists can visit the water parks or Terra Mitica, Spain's largest theme park with a terrifying roller coaster. There are also loads of options for those wishing to escape Benidorm for a day; beautiful mountainous countryside surrounds the resort and jeep safaris and cycle trips around this rugged interior are becoming increasingly popular. Alicante, 25 miles (40km) south of Benidorm, is the Costa Blanca's main city and has a number of interesting sights. Other good days out include a coach trip to the ancient mountain fortres sat Guadalest, built by the Moors in 715, and the town of Altea with its delightful medieval cobbled streets and beautiful Mediterranean views, eight miles (13km) north of Benidorm.

Restaurants

The restaurants and pubs in Benidorm are not known for their imaginative menus, or names: among the most popular are the Queen Vic and St James Tavern. They serve good British food and Sunday roasts but don't expect haute cuisine. All the major fast food restaurants are here, as well as plenty of Chinese, Indian and Italian restaurants. The old harbour is the place to try out the local cuisines, here it is possible to get a taste of Spain and enjoy some tapas and local sea food. One of the best tapas bars is La Cava Aragonesa, along the front.