| Calpe is one of the more popular resorts on the | | | | vacation, you can enjoy many nearby attractions |
| northern Costa Blanca. The city is located north of | | | | during your stay. The Jalon Valley is located about |
| Altea and south of Denia. It is an ideal spot for a | | | | fifteen kilometres from the city. This is also known as |
| vacation along the coast of the Mediterranean | | | | the valley of wine. The Jalon valley is famous for a |
| Sea.The city started out as a fishing village. In addition | | | | variety of wines. A market in the area sells wine by |
| to tourism, fishing remains a major industry in the town. | | | | the liter, as well as food and clothing from local |
| As a result, fresh seafood that arrives in the port is | | | | merchants.Also close to Calpe is the city of Benidorm. |
| regularly served on menus in restaurants throughout | | | | This large city is a major tourist attraction. Benidorm is |
| the city. The name Calpe means steep, rugged hill | | | | home to a few theme parks, a vibrant night life and |
| made of rock.Most visitors travel into the area through | | | | many other attractions. Renting a car is the best way |
| the Alicante airport, which is located about 60 | | | | to explore Benidorm and the surrounding areas during |
| kilometres from the city. The Valencia airport is located | | | | your stay on the Costa Blanca.Where to Stay in |
| about 105 kilometres from Calpe. Buses are available | | | | CalpeThere are a variety of options for |
| from both these airports to the city. If you prefer to | | | | accommodations during your holiday in this city. Resort |
| have a vehicle, car hire companies operate at both | | | | hotels are located right near the beach areas. These |
| airports for convenient car rentals.Attractions in | | | | hotels offer luxury and a variety of amenities. Rooms |
| CalpeOne of the main attractions in the town is the | | | | tend to book quickly in the summer. If you plan to stay |
| rock formation that gives the city its name. The Penon | | | | in a resort hotel, book your reservation well in advance |
| de Ifach is a large, craggy rock formation. This is also | | | | of your trip.There are several less expensive options in |
| the smallest natural park in the country. It is protected | | | | the city. Economical hostels are available and offer a |
| due to the many varieties of vegetation and indigenous | | | | nice place to stay. However, you can expect less |
| birds that are located near the rock. This formation is | | | | luxury and fewer amenities than you will find at the |
| very popular among rock climbers. There is a | | | | larger hotels.Many people come to the area to climb |
| spectacular view of the Costa Blanca from the top of | | | | the rock formation that gives the city its name. |
| the formation.The Old Town area is at the center of | | | | Climbers often choose to stay at one of the camping |
| the city. This area is home to an Arts and Crafts fair | | | | areas that are located near the formation. These are |
| every day in the summer months, except Mondays. | | | | very popular with climbers and other people wanting to |
| There are a variety of local merchants and crafts | | | | enjoy an outdoor experience in nature.If you prefer |
| people offering goods for sale here.The original town | | | | more privacy, consider renting a property for your |
| walls are located near the original Moorish quarter in | | | | vacation. There are many apartments and condos |
| the old town area. These walls were used to defend | | | | available for rent. Many are located near the beach |
| the village against invasions from pirates many years | | | | areas. If you are staying for a longer period of time, |
| ago. Also in this area are the remains of an ancient | | | | this can be less expensive than the larger hotels. In |
| Roman villa. This is historical evidence of the Roman | | | | addition, a rental offers a more private place to stay |
| heritage of the city.The city has a vibrant night life, | | | | and relax.Kenneth Morris is writing mainly for , an online |
| particularly in the months of June through September. | | | | site covering information on Alicante , Alicante and |
| You will find a variety of live entertainment to enjoy. In | | | | other subjects. With his writings on Calpe the columnist |
| addition, there are art exhibitions and a variety of | | | | improved his depth of understanding on the topic. |
| workshops to attend.If you rent a car for your | | | | |