Salou for the whole family
If you want to visit Salou with your children, we tell you that it is a good idea. This city on the Costa Dorada combines all kinds of activities, from theme parks to beautiful wilderness areas. Activities with your family in Salou The Costa Dorada stretches across the Ebro river delta, a wonderful place to go on a trip and watch the birds that find refuge there. At the other end is the Wall of Tarragona, an archaeological site that has earned the honour of being a World Heritage Site, but there is much more: Jaime I Promenade This city […]
Vermouth: a social tradition
In Spain we like to enjoy the sun, the company of our peers and take advantage of any occasion to meet up. One of those occasions is known as “vermouth time“, almost a social tradition before lunchtime. What is vermouth? Vermouth is liquor made of white wine, wormwood and bitter and tonic spices. There are red and white vermouths. Red is achieved by adding a little caramel to the preparation, which is sweeter than white, which has higher alcohol content. Vermouth in Spain is a custom that does not discriminate age. It is the perfect excuse to get together with […]
The 5 best beaches in Benidorm
1. Playa de Levante At over 2 kilometres long, it is one of the most popular urban beaches in the whole of Europe. And most of the fashionable nightclubs are concentrated on its extensive promenade. In addition, you can do many water sports in its waters. 2. Playa de Poniente It stands out for its crescent shape and fine sand. It has a family-friendly atmosphere and is perfect to spend a quiet afternoon. Poniente Beach is a good place to watch the sunset, practically at any time of the year. Like Levante beach, it is equipped with all the necessary […]
MedPlaya broadcasts optimistic messages during the fight against Covid-19
Currently, society is going through a very difficult time due to the world coronavirus crisis. Tourism, one of the most important economic sectors, is suffering the consequences of this pandemic. MedPlaya wanted to do its bit in this fight: four of our hotels have broadcast optimistic messages in a very special way. At MedPlaya we have no doubt that this situation will pass and it will be thanks to the effort and solidarity of the population as a whole. For this reason, some of our accommodations wanted to send a message of encouragement to everyone during the lockdown. The MedPlaya […]
Traveling from home is possible thanks to soundscapes
When we must stay at home, a great way to discover new places, landscapes and sites is using the many possibilities offered by the Internet. Would you like to try travelling from home? Have you heard of soundscapes? What is a soundscape? As you probably imagined, it could be defined as a landscape of sounds, a wonderful immersive experience. For example, if you live in the city and you want to get away from and spend some time in contact with nature, you can listen to wonderful sounds of rain, the sound of water or the singing of birds. If, […]
Meddy stands as the goalkeeper during half time of the Girona FC – Albacete match
After MedPlaya and Girona FC confirmed a close collaboration and sponsorship agreement, the two entities have celebrated a special event during one of its games awarding “A weekend at MedPlaya Hotel Calypso“. Being chosen through the official social networks of the hotel chain, 2 couples were invited to the official League match that the local team faced this Saturday against Albacete. The winners, who also received an exclusive pack of products, were challenged during half time to score a goal with Meddy, the MedPlaya mascot as the goalkeeper! The two participating couples successfully passed the “MedPlaya Gol” skill game and […]
The sustainability and care of Spanish beaches
Sustainability does not have holidays, which is why the cleanliness of Spanish beaches is something that concerns the authorities 365 days a year. In fact, although coasts are most visited during the summer, in order for them to look spotless in July, it is necessary to work on awareness, environmental education and, specifically, on cleaning the beaches throughout the year. Cleaning the most popular beaches on the Spanish coast Thanks to organizations like Bandera Azul (Blue Flag) and the work of thousands of volunteers throughout Spain, the beaches look cleaner every day. The environmental and civic education of those who […]
Altea in a day
One of the best places to get lost in the Costa Blanca is, without a doubt, the town of Altea. Located 15 minutes from Benidorm, this fishing village invites you to discover its streets and landscapes and breathe deeply its marine air. It is also an ideal place to disconnect from the stress and saturation of routine and connect with the beauty of the landscape and the magic of its corners. Being so close to Benidorm, it is an almost obligatory visit. Getting to Altea from Benidorm is easy, as there are several means of transport and a good range […]
Carnival in Spain, don’t miss out on it!
Carnival is one of the most lively traditional festivals in Spain. Fancy dress parades are held in every town and city and it is one of the annual must-see events for children and adults alike. In some places, the parades incorporate the chirigotas, a group of musicians who prepare humorous choral songs. To end the carnival, the burial of the sardine is traditionally celebrated. It consists of a carnival parade that parodies a funeral procession and ends with the burning of a symbolic figure, usually representing a sardine. In Costa del Sol: At the Hotel Bali and Balmoral at the […]
Costa del Sol hotels: winter sun lovers
There are several hotels on the Costa del Sol that do not close their doors before the end of the summer season. They welcome families who wish to get to know the area without the hustle and bustle of summer and in its authentic atmosphere. Far from seeming like towns in hibernation, Benalmádena and Torremolinos offer wonderful activities and places to visit. Torremolinos and Benalmádena: family holidays Benalmádena and Torremolinos are municipalities united by their promenades. You can walk from one to the other. In Benalmádena, the Castle of Colomares is a must to visit. It is a recent and […]
