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Easy Spanish Apple Tart Recipe
Try this wonderful Spanish Apple Tart Recipe (Tarta Tatin de manzana) made with a puff pastry base, serve it with fresh cream or your favourite ice cream, perfect as a dessert or as a afternoon treat with a cup of Spanish Coffee
Try this slightly different recipe here - Creamy Spanish Apple Tart
Ingredients
6 Golden Apples
Juice of ½ lemon
Fresh puff pastry (Look for Masa fresca de Hojaldre in a Spanish Supermarket)
100 g of white sugar
50 g of unsalted butter
Mint leaves for decoration
Spanish Apple Tart Recipe
Method
Preheat oven to 180º
For the caramel, slowly heat 100 g of sugar. When is golden, add the butter and beat vigorously. remove and pour the mixture into a round mould.
Peel and cut the apples into large wedges and Soak them in the juice of half a lemon so they don't brown.
Arrange the segments in the mould, on top of the caramel, with the thickest part facing down, try and make sure there are no empty spaces.
Roll out a sheet of puff pastry large enough to cover all the apples. Cut off the excess dough.
Cook in the preheated oven for 30 minutes
Take the tart out of the mould, leaving it upside down so the puff pastry is below and apple with caramel on top.
Serve in portions with one or two mint leaves to decorate. It can be served hot or cold.
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King Prawn Skewers with Satay Sauce Recipe
Try this wonderful easy King Prawn Recipe, served on skewers with a delicious Satay Sauce.
Ingredients
1 dozen cleaned king prawns (see below how to clean your prawns)
3 tablespoons of peanut butter (crunchy or smooth which ever you prefer)
15 g cashews
Fresh coriander
1 teaspoon of curry powder
1 tin coconut milk
100 g green beans
1 carrot
150 g broccoli
4 wooden or metal skewers (brochettes in Spanish)
Salt
Recipe and photo by Mercadona.
Method
Wash the vegetables and cut them into sticks.
Clean the king prawns (See below) and spear them on 4 wooden or metal skewers
Add salt and lightly cook in very hot pan. Set aside.
Add a bit of olive oil to the same pan and sauté the cut vegetables for around 7 minutes.
Meanwhile - Make the Satay Sauce by boiling the coconut milk with the peanut butter and curry powder.
Add 2 spoonfuls of satay sauce to the vegetables and cook for a further 2 minutes.
Serve the vegetables and the rest of the sauce with the king prawn skewers on top. Sprinkle with chopped cashews and coriander.
How to clean king prawns - Prawns should ideally be cooked immediately after cleaning.
Defrost the prawns. If your prawns were frozen, you'll need to defrost them, Empty the prawns into a large bowl, preferably glass. Pour in some cold water and stir it around. Then drain the prawns and repeat this step several times until fully defrosted this may take about fifteen minutes, do not use the microwave as this makes prawns soggy.
Rinse them thoroughly Put the prawns in a colander and rinse them in the sink with cold water. Use your hands to rinse each prawn individually. Tip - Never use water that is warmer than room temperature, as this could lead to soggy or rubbery prawns.
To pull or not to pull (the head) this is up to you and how you want to cook them or, as the recipe suggests, there is fantastic flavour in the heads, but know that is not to every ones taste, so to take the heads off place one hand on the head and one hand on the body and twist, its that simple.
Take off the shell using a sharp paring knife or (if you have them) kitchen shears cut the shell along the prawn's back, from its head to its tail, once you've cut the shell, pinch the underbelly, pop the flesh out from the shell, and (optionally) remove the tail.
Take out the vein with the tip of your knife and discard it on a paper towel. If you've not managed to reveal the vein, simply follow the path along the back of the shrimp, cutting about half a centimetre, and you'll see it.
Pat them dry with a clean paper towel or kitchen towel. If your prawns are still wet when in a hot pan with oil, it will splatter, and we just don't want that.
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Baked goat cheese with honey, rosemary and green chutney Recipe
Try this delicious Baked Goats Cheese Recipe
Find out more about the different types of Spanish Cheese here
Ingredients
For the baked cheese
1 log of goats' cheese such as Cana de Cabra - This is a soft log-shaped goat’s milk cheese, made from pasteurized goat's milk , it´s creamy and dense, young caña is mild and creamy, savoury, salty and with a citrusy taste, as it ages, the cheese gets a sharper more intense flavour. The thick, broad log has a dry bloomy rind. The Murcia region is famous for this cheese, and it is perfect for baking.
Fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon of honey
1 ciabatta bread
For the green chutney
25 g fresh coriander
10 g fresh peppermint
2 garlic cloves
10 g fresh ginger
100 ml coconut milk
2 tablespoons of lemon juice
1 tablespoon of sesame seeds
1 teaspoon of butter
½ teaspoon of ground cumin
Salt
This recipe is supplied by Mercadona
Baked Goats Cheese Recipe
Method
Preheat the oven to 200º.
Place the cheese in an oven-proof dish.
TIP - Bake the cheese in the smallest dish possible so it doesn’t break apart in the oven.
Pour the honey on top and add some fresh rosemary. Bake for 12 minutes.
For the green chutney: mix all the ingredients in a blender and serve on the side.
Lightly toast the bread in the oven for a few minutes.
Serve by spreading cheese on the bread and topping with chutney.
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Succulent Pork Secreto Recipe
Here is a wonderful succulent Pork Secreto Recipe, but what exactly is Pork Secreto - This is a very tender part of pork, it is quite fatty/marbled meat but that just makes it taste even better, it is a cut from the shoulder hidden somewhere between the back and the back fat, hence the name Secreto this can be found cheaply in every supermarket here in Spain, it can be cooked on the BBQ, or in the oven as in this wonderful recipe.
INGREDIENTS - for 2 people
Half a kilo of Iberico pork Secreto (approx)
2 large white potatoes
200ml white wine
Thyme
Honey
Salt & Pepper
Pork Secreto Recipe
METHOD
Clean the potatoes and cut them into thin slices there is no need to peel them.
Place the sliced potatoes in a baking tray. Pour a considerable amount of olive oil to avoid getting them stuck, and season them well with salt, pepper, and thyme.
Pour half of the white wine over the potatoes and making sure that they are all coated. Roast at 180º for approx 30 minutes until the white wine has mostly evaporate.
Stir the potatoes and pour the rest of the wine over them.
Season the pork to your taste and place it on top of the potatoes. Roast everything again for 30 minutes at 180º.
Using a kitchen brush, spread all the honey you want over the iberico pork secreto, this gives the meat an exquisite flavour.
Roast the pork again for 10 minutes.
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Cod with Chilli & Garlic - Bacalao al pil-pil
Cod with Chilli & Garlic Recipe, know as Bacalo al pil-pil here in Spain. This is a traditional dish originating from the Basque Country, but is a very well known dish all over Spain. The trick to this recipe is the sauce which can be a bit tricky.
Ingredients
Serves 2
2 salt cod steaks, fresh or frozen
4 medium garlic cloves sliced
1 red chili
120 ml olive oil
salt to taste
Cod with Chilli & Garlic Recipe
Method
Note: The salted codfish must be soaked in water for AT LEAST 24 hours, though preferably 48 hours before cooking. This is necessary to leach out the salt. Change the water 2 to 3 times in a 24-hour period. If this is not done, the fish will be so salty that it will not be edible!
Cut the cod into smaller pieces, (3”x 3”) so that it has more area to absorb the water, rinse the pieces under cold water and rub the outside to remove any excess salt.
Place the chunks of fish into a large glass baking dish in a single layer. Add water to the dish until fish is completely covered.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and place in refrigerator. Change the water 2 to 3 times over the next 24 hours.
Discard the salty water and pat the fish dry with kitchen paper.
Pour the olive oil in a medium non-stick pan
Peel and thickly slice the cloves of garlic cut off the top of the chilli and remove the seeds. Then cut the pepper into rings Add the garlic and red chili to the oil.
Place the pan over medium-low heat. Gently simmer the garlic and pepper in the warm oil for 4 minutes until the garlic is golden. Don’t let it burn! Then remove the fried garlic and chili. Keep it for garnish later.
Turn the heat up to medium and add the salt cod steaks (skin side down) to the hot oil.
Simmer the cod for 10 minutes on one side. Don’t turn them over.
Remove the cod and place them on a plate. Cover with tinfoil to keep them warm. Take the pan off the heat and let the olive oil cool down. Then pour the oil in a high cup but leave a thin layer of it in the pan. With a balloon whisk, whisk the olive oil in the pan until it starts to look a little pale.
Then little by little add teaspoons of the remaining oil you put aside. Add a little flour if necessary to thicken the mix. In the end you should get a creamy sauce. This can take about half an hour.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
Place the cooked salted cod steaks onto plates and cover with the sauce. Sprinkle with the fried garlic and red pepper. Serve immediately.
Serve as a tapas dish or as a main meal with runner beans and boiled new potatoes.
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HOT WEATHER - Stay safe in the sun
Stay Safe in the Sun, your guide to staying healthy and happy in the heat. Heat is the number one weather-related killer. When the body heats too quickly to cool itself safely, or when you lose too much fluid or salt thorough dehydration or sweating, your body temperature rises and heat related illnesses may develop.
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Who is most at risk from hot weather?
While most people...
HOT WEATHER - Stay safe in the sun
Stay Safe in the Sun, your guide to staying healthy and happy in the heat. Heat is the number one weather-related killer. When the body heats too quickly to cool itself safely, or when you lose too much fluid or salt thorough dehydration or sweating, your body temperature rises and heat related illnesses may develop.
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Who is most at risk from hot weather?
While most people find extremely hot weather and heatwaves uncomfortable, some people have a higher risk than others of becoming ill. These include:
Elderly people aged over 75 years
Babies and young children
People with long term health conditions, for example heart or respiratory disease, diabetes or circulatory diseases
People who are obese
People taking certain medicines
People who work outdoors or in hot and poorly ventilated areas
People engaging in vigorous physical activity in hot weather
People who are not acclimatised to the heat, for example overseas visitors.
It’s important to keep drinking water even if you don’t feel thirsty.
Stay Safe in the Sun
Tips to help you stay well during hot weather
Drink plenty of water
One of the best ways to avoid heat-related illness is to drink plenty of water. It’s important to keep drinking water even if you don’t feel thirsty because this can prevent you from becoming dehydrated. Avoid alcoholic, hot or sugary drinks (including tea and coffee) because these can make dehydration worse.
Keep your body cool
Keeping as cool as possible can also help you prevent heat-related illness. Make sure you stay out of the sun especially between the hours of midday and 16.00 when the sun is at its strongest here in Spain. Drinking cold drinks and eating smaller, cold meals, such as salads and fruit, can also help you to keep cool. Other things to do include wearing light-coloured and loose-fitting clothes made from natural fibres such as cotton, and taking cool showers or baths.
Keep your room cool
You can help keep your house/rooms cool by shutting curtains and blinds during the day. If using air-conditioning the recommended setting is 21ºc.
Have a plan
Keep an eye on the weather forecast and know who to call if you need help. Ask your doctor before travelling if you have any health conditions that mean you are at greater risk of heat-related illness, and what you need to do about them to keep well in the heat, and how to store any medication you may be on. If you are unwell, contact your doctor or go to the nearest hospital emergency/clinic. If you think your symptoms are serious, call for an ambulance immediately on 112. See the sections below for when you may need to seek medical help.
Stay safe in the sun
If you need to go out in the sun, it's important to protect your own and your children's skin. If you avoid sunburn, you reduce the risk of skin cancer, which is one of the most common cancer.
Stay Safe in the Sun
Sunburn prevention
Here are some tips about using sunscreen and other ways you can stay safe in the sun.
What sun protection factor (SPF) should I use?
To protect against sunburn, you should apply a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30+ or more. Children and people who are prone to sunburn should use a higher SPF. You should use a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen. Apply to clean, dry skin at least 20 minutes before you go outside, and then reapply every two hours.
Make sure your sunscreen has not passed its expiry date and hasn’t been stored in direct sunlight or hot temperatures such as in a hot car or by the pool. This is because sunscreen can deteriorate and not be as effective in these circumstances.
What does broad spectrum mean?
There are three types of ultraviolet (UV) radiation: UVA, UVB and UVC. Broad spectrum products provide protection against the sun’s UVA and UVB rays. UVC is blocked by the ozone layer. The SPF is a measurement of the amount of UVB protection, and if a sunscreen is labelled ‘broad spectrum’ it also offers UVA protection. It is important to note that some sunscreens are SPF50+ but are not broad spectrum. Look for ’broad spectrum’ on the product’s label.
How much sunscreen should I put on?
An average-size adult should use about one teaspoon of product on each arm and leg, on their back and on their torso. Half a teaspoon should be applied to the face and neck – including the ears and the back of the neck. Children need about half of this amount. Reapply sunscreen regularly.
Should I reapply sunscreen if I go swimming?
Water washes sunscreen off and the cooling effect of the water can make you think you're not getting burnt. Water also reflects UV rays, increasing your exposure. Even sunscreens labelled ‘water-resistant’ should be reapplied every two hours after going into the water. All sunscreens will rub off through toweling and perspiration as well, so it's important to reapply it every two hours anyway.
Stay Safe in the Sun
Is sunscreen the only sun protection I need?
Sunscreen should not be used to increase the amount of time you spend in the sun, and should be used in conjunction with other sun protection measures.
The best way to protect yourself is to: slip on some sun-protective clothing that covers as much skin as possible. Slop on broad-spectrum, water-resistant SPF30+ sunscreen. Slap on a hat which is broad-brimmed to protect your face, head, neck and ears. Seek some shade. Slide on some sunglasses, making sure they meet European Standards
What heat-related illnesses should I look out for?
Sun Burn - Treatments to soothe sunburn.
1. Fill a spray bottle with an even mixture of apple cider vinegar and water to instantly relieve the pain.
2. Apply cold yogurt on your burn for 10 minutes to help your sunburned skin heal. Pick up a cold plain yogurt, which contains a lot of probiotics that will help restore your skin's natural barrier, and spread a thin layer over your sunburn. Let the yogurt sit for about 10 minutes, and then gently dab it off with a cold rag.
3. Sprinkle corn starch on yourself or your sheets to ease the pain while sleeping.
4. Take an oatmeal bath to soothe itchy skin.
Grind a cup of old-fashioned oatmeal in the blender or food processor and pour the oatmeal grinds in a bath full of warm water before getting in. The oatmeal will help calm any inflammation and soothe itchy skin.
5. Spread a thin layer of raw honey on the affected area to help reduce infection.
Raw honey, a natural antiseptic, can help heal damaged skin. Carefully spread it on the area, cover it with gauze, and let it sit.
6. Lather your skin with a milk-based lotion on your sunburn to keep your skin moisturised.
7. Wear loose clothing while your skin is healing.
8. One of the best remedies for a sunburn is to lather your skin with aloe vera gel, and a way to make it feel even better is to chill it beforehand to instantly ease some of the painful heat.
9. Soak a small washcloth in a pot of cooled black tea and dab it on your sunburn to relieve some of the sting.
10. Crush aspirin into a powder and add a bit of water to create an anti-inflammatory paste. Crush a few aspirin tablets, which will help reduce inflammation, and add the powder to a bit of water to create a paste-like texture. Spread the mixture on top of your burn, and gently rinse it off after a few minutes.
11. Lay a baby wipe on top of your sunburn to temporarily cool the area.
12. Drink lots of water and take ibuprofen as soon as you realize you have a sunburn to reduce the pain and swelling.
13. Add a bit of baking soda to lukewarm bathwater to soothe uncomfortable skin.
14. Apply menthol shaving cream to the burnt areas, leave on for about 30 minutes.
Heat rash
This is an itchy, painful rash commonly called prickly heat. It is caused by excessive sweating during hot, humid weather, and particularly affects young children.
Symptoms: A cluster of red pimples or small blisters, particularly on the neck or upper chest, or in creases in the groin, elbow and under the breasts.
What to do: Move to a cooler, less humid environment. Keep the affected areas dry (powder can help), and avoid using ointments or creams because they keep the skin warm and moist which can make the condition worse. Using Dettol soap can help avoid prickly heat.
Stay Safe in the Sun
Dehydration
This occurs when the body doesn't have enough water and other fluids to carry out its normal functions.
Symptoms: Dizziness, tiredness, irritability, thirst, dark yellow urine, loss of appetite, fainting.
What to do: Drink plenty of water or diluted fruit juice or Aquarius (pictured below) and avoid tea, coffee and alcohol. Move to somewhere cool (preferably air-conditioned), and if possible use a spray bottle filled with water to cool you down. If you start to feel unwell, call the emergency department on 112
Heat cramps
These usually affect people who sweat a lot during strenuous activity, causing the body to lose salt and water. This can lead to heat cramps.
Symptoms: Muscle pains or spasms. Heat cramps can also be an early symptom of heat exhaustion.
What to do: Stop all activity and lie in a cool place (preferably air-conditioned) with your legs raised slightly. Drink water or diluted fruit juice, or Aquarius (pictured above), which will help replace lost salts and minerals, have a cool shower or bath, massage your limbs to ease the spasms and apply cool packs. Do not go back to strenuous activity until a few hours after the cramps have subsided. If they continue for more than one hour seek medical attention.
Heat exhaustion
This is the body´s reaction to losing excessive amounts of water and salt contained in sweat.
Symptoms: Heavy sweating, pale skin, fast and weak pulse rate, fast and shallow breathing, muscle weakness or cramps, tiredness and weakness, dizziness, headaches, nausea or vomiting, fainting.
What to do: Move to a cool place (preferably air-conditioned) and lie down. Remove excess clothing, take small sips of cool fluids, and have a cool shower, bath or sponge bath. Put cool packs under the armpits, on the groin or on the back of the neck to reduce body heat. If symptoms last for longer than one hour, go to the nearest hospital emergency department/clinic, or call 112 for an ambulance.
Heat stroke
This occurs when the body temperature is not controlled properly and it rises above 40.5°C. It is the most serious heat-related illness and is a life-threatening emergency. Immediate first aid aimed at lowering the body temperature as quickly as possible is very important.
Symptoms: A sudden rise in body temperature, red, hot dry skin (because sweating has stopped – though the person may still be sweaty if they have been exercising), dry, swollen tongue, rapid pulse, rapid shallow breathing, intense thirst, headache, nausea and vomiting, dizziness, confusion, poor coordination or slurred speech, aggressive or bizarre behaviour, loss of consciousness, seizures or coma.
What to do: Call 112 immediately and ask for an ambulance. While you are waiting for help, move the person to a cool, shaded area and keep them as still as possible. Remove excess clothing and give them small sips of water if they are conscious and able to drink. Bring their temperature down any way you can, for example by gently spraying them with cool water from a spray bottle soaking their clothes with cool water, or sponging their body with cool water. Place cool packs under their armpits, on the groin or on the back of their neck to reduce body heat. Do not give aspirin or paracetamol because they won’t help and may be harmful. If they are unconscious, lay the person on their side (the recovery position) and check they can breathe properly. Perform CPR if needed.
Where can I get help?
If you are unwell and in the new town area of Benidorm go to the centro de salud, take with you, your passport, EHIC/GHIC card and insurance documents or call 112
While you are waiting for an ambulance try to cool yourself down. You can do this by placing ice-packs under your armpits, on your groin or on the back of the neck to reduce body heat. Take a cool shower or bath (if you feel well enough) or spray yourself with cool water from a spray bottle.
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Santa Pola Costa Blanca South
Santa Pola Costa Blanca South
Santa Pola is situated on the Costa Blanca South it is a popular holiday destination for many, especially the Spanish themselves, its close proximity to the Airport helps and it is only a few miles from Alicante city.
Unlike many of the other nearby coastal towns, Santa Pola remains busy all year round as it is a working town with a busy port, every evening you can see the fishing boats return with their daily catch. The port also has a lovely marina.
If you...
Santa Pola Costa Blanca South
Santa Pola is situated on the Costa Blanca South it is a popular holiday destination for many, especially the Spanish themselves, its close proximity to the Airport helps and it is only a few miles from Alicante city.
Unlike many of the other nearby coastal towns, Santa Pola remains busy all year round as it is a working town with a busy port, every evening you can see the fishing boats return with their daily catch. The port also has a lovely marina.
If you like outdoor activities, Santa Pola offers: hiking trails, promenades for walking or skating, cycle friendly routes and of course its famous for its water sports especially wind and kitesurfing, in fact Santa Pola was chosen to host the world windsurfing championship in 2009.
Santa Pola is also perfect for paragliders and is one of the top paragliding spots in Europe and is particularly good with an easterly wind, there are take-off areas which are easily accessible were paragliders can enjoy hours of flying time.
More places to visit on the Costa Blanca South
Places to visit on the Costa Blanca North
Santa Pola Beaches
The town has 6 beaches that cover 4km. Playa del Varadero, Calas de Santiago Bernabeu, Playa de Levante, the marina, Gran Playa (or big beach), Playa Lisa, Playa del Tamarit.
All 6 beaches are sandy and have Red Cross and lifeguard towers. The Gran Playa and Playa de Levante also have access for wheelchairs.
The best beaches for windsurfing are Gran Playa, Playa Lisa, Playa Tamarit and Playa de la Gola you will also find clubs around these beaches for equipment rental and classes etc
Market days - Saturdays and Mondays
Santa Pola Miramar Marina
This wonderful marina has 234 berths and 195 car park places. Enjoy a stroll along the Marina where you will find some very stylish restaurants and bars. the Marina is a lovely spot for a break from the beach and a spot of lunch or a evening meal watching the world go by.
You can also catch the ferry from here over to Tabarca Island which is only 9km away. Do not forget your snorkelling gear as the pebbled beaches and picturesque little coves make this an ideal snorkelling location. current ticket prices for the round trip are 15€ for adults and 10€ for Children. Journey time is between 15 and 30 mins depending on the type of boat. These boat trips are seasonal and obviously dependent upon sea conditions.
Do not forget to visit the fishing port where you can observe the daily fish auction at the Fish Market from Monday to Friday from around 4:30 pm.
The Municipal Aquarium, Acuario Municipal de Santa Pola
This is the oldest and largest salt water Aquarium in the Valencian Community and has 9 large aquariums and is dedicated to showing some of the fauna and flora of the Mediterranean Sea and reveals the underwater world in the bay of Santa Pola and the island of Tabarca. Most of the species collected have been donated by the sailors of Santa Pola.
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Winter Hours (September 9 to June 24)
Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 13:00 and 17:00 to 19:00 h.
Sunday 10:00 to 13:00 h.
Monday and public holidays closed.Summer Hours (July 1st to August 31st)
Monday to Sunday from 11:00 to 13:00 and 18:00 to 22:00 h.Special opening hours (September 1st to 8th)
From 10:00 to 13:00 h.
8 September closedEntrance Fees
Children (up to 3 years): Free. Children (4-16 years old) students, young card and pensioners: 1.50 euros. Groups (From 15 people per person): 1.50. Telephone 965 416 916 for more information.Santa Pola Castle and Sea Museum
The castle/fortress can be found n the centre of Santa Pola, on Plaza de la Glorieta. This was built in the 16th century its main purpose was to protect local seamen against pirate attacks. Entrance is via an access gate that leads up to a large patio called Patio de Armas.
Over the years the castle has had various uses including being a hospital, the court, and Gardia Civil headquarters. It is now a chapel, exhibition hall and home of the maritime museum which is a good place to learn more about the local history.
Opening times for the museum - From Tuesday to Saturday: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. to 1a.m. Monday closed.
Entry Prices - Individual entry: 3 euros. Child (under 3 years): free. Child (between 4 and 16 years), students, young-card and pensioners: 1,50 euros
Esteban Gonzalez Boat Museum
The Esteban Gonzalez is a boat museum that recreates the authentic and genuine life on board of the fishermen of Santa Pola. This can be found in Constitution Square, around the Town Hall.
Enjoy a guided tour, seeing the most important places of the boat and learn about the most relevant type of fishing in the municipality. You can also see what life was like onboard
Winter timetable from the 9th September:
Friday guided tour at 12 am. and 5:30 pm.
Saturday guided tour at 11 am. 12 am. and 5:30 pm.
December and January closedTimetable from 1st May:
Friday guided tour at 12 am. and 6 pm.
Saturday guided tour at 11 am. 12 am. and 6 pm.
Sunday guided tour at 11 am. and 12 am.Summer timetable from 1 July - 31 August:
Tuesday to Sunday from 6 pm. to 9 pm. (guided tour every hour, last visit 8 h.)Closed during Festivities (from 31st August to 8th September)
Entrance Price
Individual entry: 3 euros. Child (under 3 years): free. Child (between 4 and 16 years), students, young-card and pensioners: 1,50 euros
You can also purchase combined tickets for the museum, aquarium and boat museum.
Plaza del Calvario
This is the fishermans's quarter and located in one of the highest areas of Santa Pola. whilst in this area visit the Chapel ( Ermita ) built at the beginning of the 20th century designed on Moorish architecture
Santa Pola Costa Blanca South
Santa Pola Lighthouse the Faro de Santa Pola
This was built in 1858 on the old watchtower "Atalayola" and is situated to the northeast of Santa Pola (63 Avinguda D'Escandin-via, 03130, Gran Alacant). To get to the light house its about a 15 minute walk through pine forests once there enjoy panoramic views of the bay and Tabarca on a clear day you can even see Benidorm. The lighthouse sits 144 meters above sea level.
There is also a road to the lighthouse about 4km from the N332 in between Gran Alacant and Santa Pola, signposted Cabo de Santa Pola. You can park nearby and then take a short stroll on a rocky path to the skywalk. (wear suitable shoes)
Santa Pola Skywalk, Calle Elda, 57, Santa Pola, Alicante
In 2015, Santa Pola Council invested 300,000 Euros in building a 100m metal skywalk(or viewing point) this is suspended on the cliff, you will feel like floating in the air. A great place for photographers.
Please note there are no cafes, restaurants or services at either the lighthouse or Skywalk.
Pola Park - Perfect for the family
Pola Park is a theme park which opened in 1996, it covers and area of 24000 m2 with round 30 attractions such as slides, bouncy castles, flying chairs, rollercoaster, pirate boat, karts and mini-golf etc. suitable for all age groups this is just a short distance from the centre of Santa Pola situated just of the N332. There are numerous places available for food and drink.
Salt Flats of Santa Pola, Salinas de Santa Pola
Situated to the west of Santa Pola, are the Salinas de Santa Pola (salt flats ) these are a designated nature reserve and an area of Special Protection for the conservation of wild birds. The salt flats cover 2,496 hectares, the exploitation of the salt started at the end of the 14th century. Today the salt is extracted from here and commercialised.
Here you will also find a strategically placed "Tamairt" watchtower, which has been renovated. The towers were used to communicate warnings of impending danger, smoke signals were used during the day and lights at night.
There are several walking routes through the park, where you can explore the varied flora and fauna as well as the elegant pink flamingo's which are famous in this area.
At the reserve, you will find the Museo de la Sal (the Salt Museum) where you can learn more about the process of salt extraction and its history. The Museum also has a lookout for bird watching and offers guided visits. Opening times - Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9’00 to 15’00h. Tuesday and Thursday from 9’00 to 15’00h and from 16’00 to 18’00h. Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 9’00 to 15’00h.
*Benidorm Seriously are not responsible for any changes in schedules or prices quoted above*
Getting to Santa Pola from Benidorm
The nearest trains are from Alicante and Elche. There are buses from Alicante city and Alicante airport to Santa Pola which run about every 30 minutes and take 35 to 45 minutes.
Santa Pola is a 45 minute drive (70km) from Benidorm via the A-70 and AP-7 or Via the N332
For the return journey, and a great views follow the coast road through Santa Pola del Este. That takes you back along the base of the cliffs back towards Urbanova and Alicante.
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Boat Trips from Benidorm
Boat Trips from Benidorm
There are several boat trips from Benidorm available. ALL depend on favourable weather conditions.
BOAT TRIP TO BENIDORM (PEACOCK) ISLAND, Isla de Benidorm - trips restart 1st March
Some call it Peacock Island, others Benidorm Rock and the locals refer to it as simply L’illa (the island). But whatever you call it the fact remains its one of the most easily recognized symbols of Benidorm and if you’ve never made the journey across the bay...
Boat Trips from Benidorm
There are several boat trips from Benidorm available. ALL depend on favourable weather conditions.
BOAT TRIP TO BENIDORM (PEACOCK) ISLAND, Isla de Benidorm - trips restart 1st March
Some call it Peacock Island, others Benidorm Rock and the locals refer to it as simply L’illa (the island). But whatever you call it the fact remains its one of the most easily recognized symbols of Benidorm and if you’ve never made the journey across the bay to explore it, then you really should, because it’s a great day out.
Enjoy the amazing views of the Benidorm skyline from the Mediterranean and framed by the towering Puig Campana mountain (the one with the hole in the top) is simply stunning – in fact the whole trip is worth it just for that view.
Benidorm Island measures 350 metres long and 260 metres wide, to the southeast side the high cliff is around 70 metres high. The island is situated 3.5 kilometres from the coast
When you get to the island you can spend as little or as long as you want just check with a crew member the time of the last boat back before you disembark. why not make a day of it and take a picnic. The island is a protected national park so flora and fauna abound - wander the path to the summit for a great view of the coast right up to Alicante, then find a comfy patch of rock or undergrowth to enjoy your picnic, with just the fresh sea air and the gulls for company
Also included in the price of your crossing is an ‘underwater’ experience. Known as the Aquascope it looks like a yellow submarine but don’t panic – it doesn’t really go underwater. Instead passengers climb aboard and down into to bowels of the vessel which is glass lined, allowing you to see the marine life swimming free in its natural habitat – its absolutely amazing and the kids will love it.
The Aquascope takes you on a short ride round the side of the island, lasting about fifteen minutes and you’ll see starfish, squid and endless shoals of fish – a real treat!
So for an interesting change of scenery get yourself to the port and on that boat to Benidorm Island. If you’re wary about feeling seasick, don’t be. The powerful vessel cuts through the calm Mediterranean sea easily, you won’t feel a thing. There’s a cozy interior if the sea air feels chill, or an open top – rather like a double decker bus - and the views from that top deck are spectacular.
Did you know? During the 1830s during a worldwide epidemic of cholera, several local families from Benidorm and Villajoyosa took refuge on the island and lived here for a while.
Legends say that the island is the missing part from the Puig Campana mountain, but tests were done in 1987, and it was found that the rocks at the core of the Puig Campana are Late Jurassic in age whereas Benidorm Island is made of limestones and are Early Cretaceous (Albian), making the island around 5 million years younger than the mountain. The true origin of the island has to do with the Sierra Helada mountains, which it was once connected to many, many years ago.
Boat trips to Benidorm Island 2022 April - Monday - Saturday, May - Monday to Saturday, June, July, August, September every day, October, November, December Monday - Saturday
Departures every hour after 10:00 hours. PRICES: € 15 Adults € 12 Children (2 - 10) The journey time takes around 20 minutes each way. Boats depart from the port and from the boarding platform in the Rincon de Loix (during the summer months), ALL boats are dependent upon good weather conditions
NOTE - If going during April and May it is advisable to wear a hat of some sort as the seagulls will be nesting and can be protective of their young and quite territorial.
Boat trips from Benidorm
BENIDORM TO CALPE BOAT TRIP - Monday, Wednesday and Friday
For complete information call 96 585 00 52 or 608 275 250. The Maritime Excursions Company does not allow the sale of tickets online
Departs from Benidorm port, in the centre of town. more information on CALPE here.
The boat travels along the coast line, taking in views of the Sierra Helada mountains and the bays of Albir and Altea and their villages, docking in the Peñon de Ifach port in Calpe.
Departures from the port of Benidorm at 11:30 - Return departure from Calpe at 16:30 PRICES: € 25 Adults € 17 children.
All boat trips are dependent upon the weather conditions and the days above are subject to change
Boat trips from Benidorm
BENIDORM TO TABARCA BOAT TRIP - EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY BENIDORM TO TABARCA
Telephone the port for dates and times 00 34 96 585 0052. The Maritime Excursions Company does not allow the sale of tickets online
The tiny island of Tabarca is one of the top tourist destinations within the Costa Blanca. A visit here is just like stepping back in time, although it can feel quite crowded during the height of summer as over 4,000 people visit it daily! In 1986 the island and and its surrounding waters were declared a protected marina and bird reserve.
Once on the Island you can explore!! There is the old square at the heart of Tabarca, the church and graveyard, the museum, the ruined walls of the fort, the lighthouse, the beaches and coves, the paths that crisscross the island, an abundance of bars and restaurants as well as souvenir shops. If that isn't enough there is the crystal clear waters for some top class snorkelling!
Departs from Benidorm port, in the centre of town.
The boat travels along the coast line, taking in views of Villajoyosa, Campello.
Departures from Benidorm Port:
EXCURSION TO TABARCA AND ALICANTE - EXCURSION TO TABARCA & ALICANTE EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY
With 2 hours 30 minutes of free stay approximately in Tabarca and approximately 2 hours 30 minutes in Alicante.
Departing Benidorm at 10am. Journey time from Benidorm to Tabarca is 1 hour and 15 minutes each way.
Return to Benidorm port at 6:30 p.m.
Return departure from Tabarca: 5pm.
Travel time each direction 1 hour 15 minutes.Price: Adults - 35.00€. Children - 20.00€.
HOW DO WE GET TO THE PORT? - Paseo de Colon, Benidorm Alicante, Spain.
Jump in a taxi to the port (ask for ‘el puerto’) or if you’re on the Levante side of town catch bus number 1, 4 or 10 to the end of the Avda Mediterraneo, walk along the Walking Street in the Old Town which comes out right by the port then right to the end of the pier and that’s where you catch the boats.Post is under moderationStream item published successfully. Item will now be visible on your stream.
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