Calpe, a Spanish town on the stunning Costa Blanca, is a picture-perfect setting. One of the most popular destinations in Spain for travellers seeking a relaxing, sun-filled, and water-filled vacation, it is surrounded by the warm seas of the Mediterranean and is only a hour from the international Alicante Airport.
Calpe, once a sleepy fishing village, is now a bustling vacation destination that has managed to retain its rustic character. This is a fantastic vacation spot for many kinds of travelers, from young families to honeymooners to senior citizens.
Why apartments in Calpe are the ideal vacation home, and what to expect when you buy one:
The breathtaking scenery and shores
Calpe, like any Mediterranean port city, has its fair share of gorgeous beaches, but the city itself has 14 to choose from. And they’re all only a short distance apart! Playa Levante and Playa Del Arenal are two of the most visited beaches in the area, and both are conveniently located near the heart of the city.
The enormous rock of Penon de Ifach, which Calpe is known for, can be seen from most apartments in the area. Calpe is a tourist haven due to its wonderful assortment of beautiful scenery, superb beaches, and attractive views.
Proximity, accessibility, and facilities
Alicante is only a two-hour flight time from London, making a stay in a Calpe apartment convenient for British visitors. From there, it’s less than an hour’s journey to Calpe, and there are plenty of beautiful sights to see along the way. Unlike many other much further locations, you won’t have to subject your loved ones to a tiresome journey to get there. You may expect a holiday free of jet lag.
Calpe has a well-developed infrastructure that includes recently upgraded highways and telecommunications systems. In the unfortunate event of an illness or injury, you and your loved ones can rest certain that the town’s many medical facilities and the excellent quality medical care they provide are there to help.
Traditions and cuisine
Tourists from all over the world flock to Calpe to experience the city’s enticing cultural offerings, including the city’s famous fiestas, siestas, and mouthwatering cuisine, and to buy homes there. You and your loved ones can’t visit Spain without trying some of the country’s famous paella, tapas, and other delicacies. Spanish wine is widely desired since it complements so many traditional Spanish meals.
For those in search of a little extra flair, Calpe hosts events all through the year. Every member of the family is sure to have a great time at the Three Kings Festival or Oktoberfest, just to name a couple of the many exciting celebrations that take place all over the world.
Activities
Although many visitors to Calpe come to soak up the sun and relax on the sand, a vacation in one of the town’s many apartment rentals doesn’t have to be a quiet affair. Even the most avid adventurer will find more than plenty to do in the area.
Activities like as scuba diving, mountaineering, rock climbing, canoeing, windsurfing, horseback riding, cycling, and boating are all within your reach. Yoga, dance, and cooking courses are just a few of the many other options for the less physically demanding among us. There are special kid-friendly areas set aside on the larger beaches where sandcastle making and other beach-based activities can be enjoyed in a secure environment away from the crowds.
Prices
Whether you’re taking a trip by yourself or with the whole family, it’s important to always keep an eye on the budget. The first major expenditure will be airfare, but because Alicante can be reached in well under two hours, this shouldn’t be too prohibitive. Spending less on food and other necessities is possible due to Spain’s lower cost of living when compared to the United Kingdom.
Calpe has affordable apartment rentals, villa rentals, and house rentals. Spain also has far more affordable real estate than the United Kingdom. If you have a fantastic time on vacation in Spain, consider making the move to paradise by purchasing a home there.
Apartments, townhouses, and villas are all part of our extensive collection of real estate in Calpe, which you may peruse if you’re interested. Reach out to us if there’s anything else we can do to help you plan your trip to Spain or assist you with buying a home there.
Why not get in touch with us right away so we can start helping you find the perfect home for you!
The following is how to reach us:
Visit us at Carrer la Santamaría, 8 – 03710, Calpe (Alicante), Spain. Our hours are 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday.
If you’d rather get in touch with us remotely, Additionally, you can reach us by calling +34 966 93 72 56 or sending an email to altea-calpe@engelvoelkers.com.