Calpe holidays

It was known to the Phoenicians as the Northern Rock to distinguish it from the Rock of Gibraltar. Take time to watch it change colour as the sun sets on another day at this beautiful spot. There's plenty to do at night in Calpe as well with great bars, clubs and restaurants all along the promenade and beyond. Traditional resort hotels also line the promenade.

Holidays in Calpe are very family friendly. There are beautiful beaches and terrific relaxation areas. If history is your thing, there’s a Gothic Catholic church and tower that are well worth a visit, as are the ruins of Els Banys de la Reina, which translates as the Queen's Baths. Many Iberian, Roman and Arab archaeological sites also exist in the town.

Benidorm is only 30 minutes away, where a must visit is the Terra Mitica theme park with its five themed zones of Iberia, Egypt, Greece, Rome and the Islands. It's as popular with families as with young singles and promises everybody a great day out. Similarly, the Aqualandia water park and Mundo Mar sea life centre provide wonderful entertainment.

Nearby Benidorm is, of course, enormously popular for its nightlife, casinos, bars and restaurants, but it has its other side, too. Head inland to the monastery village of Guadalest or north to the city of Dénia for ferries to Ibiza.

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The height of summer will see the mercury hammering on the door of 30C, while winter highs of 16C are typical – though expect temperatures to fall to overnight lows of 6C from December to February. August is the best time if you like swimming in the sea – water temperatures are usually around 26C

There’s something for everyone in this easy-going part of the Costa Blanca...

Kids and teens: You’ll find a range of boat trips departing from the marina, from two-hour fishing expeditions to day-long excursions.

Shopping: Head for Valencia Avenue, where you’ll find a market every Wednesday and Saturday.

Nightlife: Calpe may be a relaxed and stress-free place, but head for the centre of town and you’ll soon discover that evenings here aren’t quite as serene as they first appear.