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Welcome to the Little Black Book! With this magazine we give you all the very best advice and information on bars, cafes, restaurants and entertainment venues in the area.
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Useful Information DOCTORS
If you need to contact the airline for any reason these are numbers based in Spain. Monarch – 800 099 260 free phone number Jet2 - 902 881 269 – calls cost 6.7c per min plus 8.3c connection. EasyJet – 902 599 900 from Spain – calls cost 8 cents per min from landline Or 0843 104 5000 UK number – calls cost 5p per min
ALSA BUSES This is the bus which runs to Alicante airport. You can catch it from either the Avda Europa, outside the Europa Clinica or from the bus station – And you can take your luggage with you. Departs hourly and on the hour from Avda Europa from 7am until 10pm – but there is NO bus at 9pm: costs 9.45€ one way.
Banks In Spain banks only open for half a day, so make sure you go in the morning. Normal opening hours are 8.15am till 2pm, no Saturday opening. All banks have an ATM with an option to change the language into English – press the ‘cambio idiomas’ option
Chemists In Spain they are called a ‘Farmacia’. There is a 24hour farmacia on the main Avd Mediterraneo and the staff speaks English. Many local farmacias close over the lunch period from 1.30, re-opening at 5pm. If you need any sort of medication, including asprin or paracetamol, you can only buy them here: supermarkets are not allowed to sell any kind of medicine Page 4
If you have your EHIC – European Health Insurance Card you are entitled to see the social security doctor free of charge in an emergency, but you must also present your passport with the card. There are three ‘Centro de Salud’ (health centres) in Benidorm you can attend: Rincon de Loix - On Avd Derramador near to the Indoor market Foiettes in the Old Town - Calle Venuzuela La Cala - Avda de Benissa
LOCAL BUSES The local bus service is run by Llorente. You pay the driver and the cost is 1.50€ regardless of distance. Generally the buses run until midnight. See the bus chart for more info later in the guide
EMERGENCIES 112 is the European equivalent of 999 in the UK Ambulance – 112 Local Police – 966 807 766 or 092 in an emergency National Police – 966 831 930 or 091 in an emergency Guardia Civil – 965 854 475 or 062 in an emergency
BRITISH CONSULATE
This is located in Alicante – Edf Espacio, Rambla Mendez Nuñez, 6th Floor, Alicante 03002. Open Monday to Friday from 8.30am until 1.30pm. In an emergency contact 965 216 002: if you have lost or had your passport stolen you will need to go there to obtain an emergency travel document to get you back to the UK, which will take about two hours to process. It will only be valid for that one journey and costs approximately 120€.
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AIRLINES
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Theme Parks
Open from 10.30am to 8pm Afternoon/Evening ticket starts after 3pm. Subject to change by Terra Mitica
Open from 10.30am to 12pm Rides will be open until 10pm. Afternoon/Evening ticket starts after 5pm. Subject to change by Terra Mitica Terra Mitica is a park for all ages so we offer several ways to tour the park for your enjoyment
Choose the tour that best suits your personality or the friends or family that come with you
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For the little ones
For those who want thrills
For a refreshing visit
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Benidorm
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Now better than ever!
Eat cheap, get a new hairdo, stock up on British goodies, buy some Euros or just soak up the atmosphere! it is all good these days at the famous market in the centre of the Rincon de Loix in Benidorm! You really notice the difference in the market of today compared to only a few years ago, the variety for shoppers is now greater than ever. If you have not popped over to the market for a browse on recent visits, you are certainly in for a surprise. There are more cafĂŠs today with more seating areas where you can rest for a while and enjoy a cheap brunch or very
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As has been the case for many years, the Indoor Market is a mix of local Spanish stall holders and a large number of British units offering all manner of products from tasty homemade Sausage Rolls to branded toiletries that we recognise! You could be forgiven for thinking that you are in a local market in Stockport rather than sunny Spain. There are some long established stall holders who have been trading for many years. These include Sheila´s Money Exchange (no rip off fees) for good rates on your Euros and for those on a self-catering
holiday there are two superb family Butchers who make fresh meatballs, fresh burgers and sell best quality meats. Whatever you are looking for or when you simply cannot find something in town chances are the Indoor Market will have it in stock! Enjoy a few fun hours of happy shopping at the Indoor Market of visit for details. www.benidormindoormarket.com
Opening times are Monday to Friday 08:00 to 18:00 and Saturday 08:00 to 15:00 closed Sunday.
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La Cala & Finestrat The village of Finestrat and the beachside resort of Cala Finestrat are both located in the Marina Baixa region on the Costa Blanca Close to neighbouring Benidorm and around 40 kilometres from the city of Alicante and its International Airport. The village nestles on the mountainside of Puig Campana affording wonderful views to the mountains and out to the coast and Mediterranean. The charming village has a typical Moorish feel, with colourfully painted houses and narrow cobbled streets. Cala Finestrat on the other hand has increasingly become more and more popular and its development has made it almost an extension to Benidorm itself.
Finestrat Village The village of Finestrat has retained much of its old school charm, with its Moorish feel and ancient monuments, including the 13th century Castell (Castle) de Finestrat, the 18th century Church of Saint Bartholomew, La Torre (the watch tower) and the Hermitage Crist de Remei. There is a scattering of bars and restaurants servicing typical Mediterranean cuisine and a few shops and amenities. However, close by you have all the amenities and facilities of Cala Finestrat and Benidorm.
Cala Finestrat Cala Finestrat is a beach resort located just three kilometres away from busy Benidorm. The resort offers adequate amenities and facilities, a good selection of restaurants, bars and shops. Everything else you need is available in Benidorm, which is easily reached by bus and taxi. Cala Finestrat is suitable for families and couples looking for a relaxed beach resort, yet close to lots of activities and amenities should you desire. During the summer months an arts and crafts market is held on the promenade during the afternoon.
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“Day Trips Places of Interest
Mundomar A unique marine wildlife experience. A fantastic day out in a beautiful waterworld filled with exotic animals and fauna. Swim with the dolphins, see the sealions and parrot shows. Ducks, Pelicans, Flamingos and more..
Address: Sierra Helada Rincon de Loix, 03500 Benidorm, Spain Phone Number: Benidorm Old Town
34-96-586-9101 Benidorm old Town Experience a taste of the real Spain in the beautiful Old Town area of Benidorm. Churches and incredible viewing points with views over the whole coastline of Benidorms Levante and Poniente beaches. Filled with charm and boutique shopping plus the ever popular Tapas area where you can experience a mouthwatering aray of freshly prepared Tapas snacks or meals.
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Benidorm Palace
A fantastic night out not to be missed! Isla de Benidorm Benidorms own island! Situated close to the Old Town area, you can get a boat or submarine ride daily from the harbour. Great views back on Benidorm. There is a nice little cafe on the island. Sensible
On one of the largest stages in Europe, experience the thrill of live dancers and performers plus a full meal with wines and drinks.
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Mobility and Segway Tours Get out and about more!
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For mobility scooter, e-bike, Segway and motorcycle rental in Benidorm in sunny Spain, contact TMR. They are a British owned and run company here on the Costa Blanca. Fully licensed and insured, they offer exemplary customer service. If you need your chosen vehicle delivered and collected anywhere in Benidorm, just ask them. They can also deliver to areas outside of Benidorm. Just ask for delivery details when booking. See advert or Opposite the Casino, Benidorm.
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Eating Out Feature
The Sneaky Eater! The Sneaky Eater is an article about different restaurants around our area. The restaurants are not necessarily advertisers in the Little Black Book, and the owners and staff were not aware that the restaurant would be featured, so we can take it that the service would be the same as any customer would receive.
El Sabor
This restaurant is quite something, the menu is quite something as well. Indoor and outdoor dining is available although sitting outside suffers a little from the passing traffic. The dÊcor is lovely without being to in your face and the menu is expansive and varied with something for everybody with some incredible starters, gorgeous main courses and sweets to die for. If you are on a diet, don’t go or at least be prepared to leave your diet at home. My first course was an incredible combination of prawns, shrimps and langoustines served in a three tier, conical glass pyramid and Page 16
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which could quite easily have passed for a light lunch. The main course was layers of quality steak with grilled vegetables and caramelised onions cooked, of course, to your preference. The final course was vanilla ice cream with Belgium chocolate sauce. There really is something for every taste here with hot and cold starters, salads, soups, pastas, fish dishes and meats. Everything is prepared with imagination and looks as good as it tastes. There is also an extensive list of quality wines.
Cheap it is not, however, if like me, and value for money is of greater importance, then El Sabor is a restaurant that will not disappoint. The staff are friendly and polite and the service is very good, but please book in advance as this is a very popular restaurant and although quite large, it is often packed out. Excellent
Restaurant Sabor Avd. del Puerto 22, Altea Opposite the Club Nautical 965 843 274
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Benidorm Central & New Town
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Albir & Alfaz MUSIC EXHIBITIONS Sept 16 – Oct 4 20.0hrs 22nd Jazz Festival Art by Isabel Pedrola Casa de Cultura
Sept 3 22.00hrs Opening Concert Casa de Cultura 10/12e 17 22.00hrs Callosa Big Band Casa de Cultura free 24 22.00hrs Fabian Barraza Quartet Casa de Cultura free 23 20.00hrs Classical Concert Casa de Cultura 5e
To 15th October 2016
Artisan´s fair by albir beach
By the anchor monument.
THEATRE Sept 2 20.0hrs Mi Jefe Me Pone Negr@ Casa de Cultura BALCONADES Sept 9 – 30 Old Town Art Exhibition Town Hall
Departamento de Cultura. Ayuntamiento de l’Alfàs del Pi
Telf: 96 588 9423/24 www.lalfas.com
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ALBIR Albir is within Alfaz del Pi which is just slightly inland on the other side of the N-322 which divides the two areas. Albir is also referred to as El Albir or L’Albir. It is situated between two international airports, to the south there is Alicante International airport (about 50km) and to the north there is Valencia international airport (about 140km). Albir has a Mediterranean climate which means hot summers with mild winters and very little rain. Albir is blessed with over 300 days of sunshine a year making it an ideal holiday destination pretty much all year round. It is an easy drive from three international airports of Alicante, Valencia and Murcia. Albir’s main beach is called “Playa de Racó de l’Albir” and is six
hundred meters in length and has magnificent views of the Penon de Ifach in Calpe. Parking can be tricky in the summer months so be sure to arrive early. During the holiday season there are always life-guards on duty as is the case in all the beach resorts on the Costa Blanca. The blue flag beach also has two play areas on the beach for the children. Toilets are located on the boulevard. During the holiday season there are always life-guards on duty as is the case in all the beach resorts on the Costa Blanca. The blue flag beach also has two play areas on the beach for the children. Toilets are located on the boulevard.
MARKETS
During the summer months, there is a small market of local craft and artwork trades at the upper end of the sea front where you can purchase original jewellery, leather goods and souvenirs.
Halo Hair and Beauty studio Halo is a local salon business situated in Albir calle Juan Sebastian bach, next to Camping Blanc.
We have been established for over 7 years and have a fantastic team of staff. We deliver the best service and care for all our customers and their needs. We speak Spanish, English and our cliental is international based of a wide range of nationalities. Our treatments of hair are the latest trending hair styles and colours available using Wella, L’Oreal, Tigi and Avec Products. Our Beauty Therapist delivers a wide range of services of luxury facials, pedicures, Aromatherapy massage and hot stone therapy massage, Hopi ear candles also offering Gel and Acrylic nails, nail art and semi permanent gel polish for hands and feet. Find us and like us on face book @ “Halo studio” and find out about our latest offers. Every month we have “deal of the month” where we have an offer on for hair or beauty so don’t miss out. Open Monday to Friday 10-5pm Saturday 10-2pm Gift Voucher and loyalty cards available Call 966 86 65 20 or Facebook us. Page 24
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The Number 10 Bus from Benidorm will take you to Albir (See Bus Timetables)
ALBIR TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
Albir has been developed to suit the northern Europeans where bars and restaurants are all situated within walking distance on tree-lined streets. Enjoy your Menu del Dia on the shady terraces of restaurants and watch the world go by. Being on a self-catering holiday there are many supermarkets dotted around the town for grocery shopping. The main promenade is called, “Paseo de las Estrellas” (Stars Promenade). Albir holds an annual national film festival every July. The town has imitated Hollywood by laying stones along the promenade and dedicating them to national film stars.
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Villajoyosa Located at the northern end of the Costa Blanca in the Alicante province, Villajoyosa (La Villa Joiosa) is the capital of the Marina Baixa district. A delightful and historic town, it stretches the length of a lovely wide, sandy beach, with pretty coloured fishing houses running along the seafront and is encompassed with a backdrop of mountains. Situated around 26 kilometres from the city of Alicante and Alicante International airport, Villajoyosa is a wellsituated destination, ideal for exploring the rest of the Costa Blanca coastline.
“Whats On”
September 2016 cultural agenda • Friday the 2nd 21:30. Concert at la barbera auditorium. • Sunday the 4th 20:00. XXII Gathering for children to dance at social centre auditorium. • Friday the 9th 20:15. Summer concert at Jardin Dna.Concha. • Sataurday the 10th 20:00. Pettiford moods Jordi Vila Quartet at social centre auditorium. 4 euros. Page 26
• Friday the 16th 20:30. Concert of house music ``EL TREMOLO´´ at the Don Pedro salon la barbera. • Saturday the 17th 20:00. II gala competition on stage! Auditorium theatre La Villajoyosa. • Tuesday the 20th 20:00. II short animation edition of Villajoyosa at social centre auditorium. • Friday the 23rd 20:30. Castle Xavi. ``VERIUEU-HO´´ lead can at the auditorium theatre La Villajoyosa. 4€ • Saturday the 24th 17:30. XVII popular and traditional dances at the social centre auditorium. • Tuesday the 27th 20:00. II short documentary edition of Villajoyosa at the social centre auditorium.
Animation activities Childrens room BPM-18h • Friday the 14th. Poetry of colours. • Wednesday the 21st. Story telling. • Wednesday the 28th. Guess who questions.
Exhibitions
• From Thursday the 8th at 20:00 till the 23rd of September: Edimburg by hunter of Felix Gordero at space of art la barbera. • Up to the 30th of September: ``EL QUIJOTE´´ Sample of the collection Tomas Lloret Bufon. • From Tuesday the 6th at 20:00 till the 30th of September: Applications of Miguel Cabezas at the social centre auditorium. Tickets information • Banc Sabadell or the ticket office at the auditorium theatre in Villajoyosa. • Tel. 966850808 Wednesday to Friday 17:00-20:00 and Thursday 11:30-12:30 and one hour before acts. • www.villajoyosa.com/ cultura. www.littleblackbook.guide
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Camping in Benidorm By far one of the cheapest ways that people or families with children can enjoy a vacation in Benidorm is to go camping. Benidorm is located an hour away by car from Alicante Airport and a ninety minute transfer from Valencia Airport on the Northern Costa Blanca. Benidorm benefits from long hot summer weather which is also ideal camping weather. Benidorm has a whole host of activities for the active holidaymaker, such as theme park visits to Aqualandia, Mundomar, Terra Mitcia and Terra Natura, as well as great beaches for relaxing at the Playa Levante and Playa Poniente. Benidorm nightlife is the best on the Northern Costa Blanca, and should include a visit to the Benidorm Palace. Benifdrm also has a couple of golf courses and because of the weather can also be
enjoyed all year round. There are as many as twelve campsites many of which are located on the Avenida del Doctor Severo Ochoa. As they all have different rates and amenities it is best to compare the camp sites and then pick the one best suited to your needs. Campsites are ideal if you are arriving by vehicle. A good resource to check out sites and availability is www.ukcampsite.co.uk
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