We want you to completely relax and enjoy the tropical climate here in the real Spain
so here are a few places to visit during your stay

| Abanilla | Albatera | Alicante | Archena | Benidorm | Guadalest | Jijona |
|Novelda | Santa Pola | Sax | Tabarca Island | Tea House | Torrevieja |

Tabarca Island A short 30 minute boat ride from Santa Pola will take you to the island of Tabarca which has been designated a Marine Nature Reserve and is an excellent place for snorkelling In season you can catch one of the glass bottomed boats which leave every half hour and cost around €13 (summer 2008). It's well worth going down on to the observation deck as the sea life is plentiful and varied, due to Tabarca being a protected Nature and Marine Reserve since the 1980s. The ride is pleasant as the sea in this part of the Costa Blanca coast is almost always calm
Out of season there are 2 small "taxi boats" (1 yellow & 1 grey) with 2 friendly drivers". The one on the grey boat (15Euros for the roundtrip - winter 2008) does speak some English and they will take you over to the island. Just tell them what time you want collecting and they will be there.
Approaching Tabarca		Saint Josephs Tower
Stress free Once you have arrived you can take a walk around the tiny island; just under 2 kilometres by 400 metres. On the way round you will see a Fortress, a Church, a few Fishermen's houses, a couple of Restaurants and La Trancada Hotel, where the speciality is seafood. There are no cars and no stress. Snorkelling After lunch you will probably stumble upon one of the many secluded beaches, and go for a snorkel in the transparent Mediterranean waters or simply relax with a glass of Sangria and a good book. Pirates In the past, Tabarca was occupied by Pirates and during the 18th Century colonised by Genoese Prisoners. Italian surnames are still to be found in the churchyard as proof of this. Advice We suggest you take plenty of soft drinks and water and we also suggest a packed lunch. If you decide to buy anything take note of the advertised price and double check the price by asking before purchasing anything. This is a fantastic island with great snorkelling. Don't forget the sunshade and suncream as there is little natural shade from the sun where the snorkelling is at it's best! Tranquil rating***** (out of season)

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