Benidorm 2018 available online at www.geta-europe.org , Europes hottest gay resort. Loads of great venues all within a few minutes walk. Shops, Saunas, Restaurants and of course Bars. Very few resorts have all this within walking distance, and of course the great weather and beaches Benidorm is renowned for. Eating out The New Loft Moved to bigger premises.. large terrace! Caspers Bar Open from 10am - 2am Breakfasts, Lite Bites & Meals Served Until 10pm Refuel Bar Your daytime venue with great snacks and meals (Try the Refuel Burger!) Bar Domino Great food, great value, great atmosphere!

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Villa- La Cala There is a scattering of bars and Finestrat restaurants servicing typical joyosa Mediterranean cuisine and Located at the northern a few shops and amenities. end of the La Cala & Finestrat However, close by you have all in the Alicante province, The village of Finestrat the amenities and facilities of Villajoyosa (La Villa and the beachside resort Cala Finestrat and Benidorm. Joiosa) is the capital of the district. of Cala Finestrat are both Cala Finestrat A delightful and historic town, located in the Marina Baixa Cala Finestrat is a beach resort it stretches the length of a region on the Costa Blanca located just three kilometres lovely wide, sandy beach, with away from busy Benidorm. The Close to neighbouring Benidorm pretty coloured fishing houses important trade point along this resort offers adequate amenities and around 40 kilometres from running along the seafront coastline; trading in olive oil, and facilities, a good selection the city of Alicante and its and is encompassed with a cereals and wine, and shipbuilding, of restaurants, bars and shops. International Airport. backdrop of mountains. amongst others. But probably what Everything else you need is The village nestles on the Situated around 26 kilometres it is most famous for is chocolate. available in Benidorm, which mountainside of from the city of Alicante and During the 19th century the town is easily reached by bus and affording wonderful views to the Alicante International airport, started to develop a chocolate- taxi. Cala Finestrat is suitable mountains and out to the coast Villajoyosa is a well-situated making industry. The chocolate for families and couples looking destination, ideal for exploring and Mediterranean. The charming brand, ‘Valor’, which can be found for a relaxed beach resort, yet the rest of the Costa Blanca village has a typical Moorish feel, in most shops and supermarkets close to lots of activities and coastline. throughout comes from with colourfully painted houses amenities should you desire. History Villajoyosa. and narrow cobbled streets. During the summer months an Villajoyosa has a rich cultural Cala Finestrat on the other arts and crafts market is held heritage. It’s history as a town hand has increasingly become on the promenade during the Around town dates back to the 6th century more and more popular and its afternoon. A seafront backed by rows of development has made it almost and it has been settled by colourful fishing cottages, and an extension to Benidorm itself. the Greeks, Phoenicians, the old walled town centre, with a La Cala holds its market Romans and of course the distinctive gothic feel, roman Finestrat Village every Friday on the top Moors, when it actually fell into bridges and a traditional Spanish The village of Finestrat has some decline, which is unusual working town feel. Villajoyosa is road... Follow the signs you for a Moorish occupied town. retained much of its old school cannot miss it! really a ‘joyful’ place to visit. charm, with its Moorish feel and The town as it is known today There are plenty of amenities and ancient monuments, including was founded in 1293 by an facilities for holiday-makers: shops, the 13th century Castell (Castle) Admiral who served in the bars and restaurants in abundance. de Finestrat, the 18th century Kingdom of Aragon’s navy. Church of Saint Bartholomew, La It’s name Villajoyosa, literally means Joyful town. Torre (the watch tower) and the Throughout the centuries Hermitage Crist de Remei. Villajoyosa has been an

Alfaz The Jalon Valley goods and antiques on sale and del Pi Spain is famous for its is also home to one of the finest British “Fish & Chip” shops to be winemaking and arguably Since 1995, Albir has grown produces some of the words found in this region. L’Alfàs del Pi into a village of about 5,000 finest wines and the Costa is a Valencian town and inhabitants; the majority of Blanca is no exception. On our How to get there? Jalon is easily found by car, municipality located in which are originally from own doorstep located just 30- Northern Europe. L’Alfàs del 40 minutes away, we have the taking the N332 North, towards the comarca of Marina Calpe and then continuing Pi has the highest proportion award winning wine making Baixa, in the province of of Norwegian speakers of any region of Jalon. inland towards before turning off into the Valley itself Alicante, Spain, lying at settlement anywhere in the world outside of Norway. In Due to its altitude, protection and will take approximately 40 the foot of Serra Gelada. minutes. Although Jalon is not 2013, the sculpture Paraboloide from the mountains that by Agustín Ibarrola that on any of the major bus routes L’Alfàs del Pi has an area of 19.3 surround it and the richness symbolizes peace and was made from Benidorm, due to its km² and, according to the 2013 of its soil Jalon is one of the in honor of the 2011 Norway popularity, it does feature as a census, a total population of largest regions in Spain that Attacks victims was revealed. stop on many of the excursions 21,969 inhabitants. produce the “Moscatel” wine, The sculpture is placed in a park that leave Benidorm daily and The town has the second largest which is a sweet wine a little that will be named after Johan during the blossom period you concentration of Norwegian like sherry in its appearance Galtung. and taste. The Muscat grape can also find specific trips that residents abroad, along with that produces the wine is also take in the sights. sizable Dutch and English used to make raisins. communities. The economy of L’Alfàs del Pi is mainly based Jalon is not just famous for its on tourism. The most important wines though. The valley is monument in the city is the lined with Almond trees and in Catholic church of Crist del Bon February and March when the Encert, built in 1784. The town’s trees blossom the sea of pink symbol is a pine tree, which can & white blossom that covers be found in the church square. the valley draws people by the It is home to a nationally coach load to see the beautiful renowned film festival which sight. runs each year. L’Alfàs del Pi has created a planned sea-side On a Saturday Jalon plays host community - Platja de l’Albir - to one of the oldest and largets situated between Benidorm to “rastros” (car boot sales) of the the south and to the north Costa that draws people from in fields earlier dominated afar to rummage through the by citrus and almond groves. Useful Info DOCTORS CHEMISTS B R I T I S H If you have your EHIC – In Spain they are called a CONSULATE European Health Insurance Card ‘Farmacia’. There is a 24 hour farmacia on you are entitled This is located the main Avd Mediterraneo and to see the social in Alicante – Edf the staff speaks security doctor Espacio, Rambla Mendez Nuñez, English. Many free of charge in an 6th Floor, Alicante 03002. Open local farmacias emergency, but you Monday to Friday from 8.30am close over the ALSA BUSES must also present until 1.30pm. In an emergency lunch period This is the bus which runs to your passport with contact 965 216 002: Alicante airport. You can catch the card. There are three ‘Centro from 1.30, re- opening at 5pm. it from either the Avda Europa, de Salud’ (health centres) in if you have lost or had your If you need any outside the Europa Clinica or Benidorm you can attend: passport stolen you will sort of medication, including from the bus station. Rincon de Loix - On Avd need to go there to obtain an asprin or paracetamol, you Departs hourly and on the hour Derramador near to the Indoor emergency travel document to can only buy them here: from Avda Europa from 7am market get you back to the UK, which supermarkets are not allowed until 10pm – but there is NO bus Foiettes in the Old Town - Calle will take about two hours to to sell any kind of medicine. at 9pm: costs 9.45€ one way. Venuzuela process. It will only be valid La Cala - Avda de Benisa for that one journey and costs Banks EMERGENCIES approximately 120€. In Spain banks only open for AIRLINES 112 is the European equivalent half a day, so make sure you If you need to contact the of 999 in the UK go in the morning. Normal airline for any reason these are opening hours are 8.15am till numbers based in Ambulance 112 2pm, no Saturday opening. All Spain. Local Police 966 807 766 banks have an ATM with an or 092 in an emergency option to change the language Jet2 National Police into English – press the ‘cambio 902 881 269 966 831 930 or 091 in an idiomas’ option. calls cost 6.7c emergency per min plus 8.3c Guardia Civil connection. 965 854 475 or 062 LOCAL BUSES in an emergency The local bus service is run by EasyJet Llorente. You pay the driver 902 599 900 from Spain – calls and the cost is 1.50€ regardless cost 8 cents per min from of distance. Generally the buses landline Or 0843 104 5000 UK run until midnight. See the bus number – calls cost 5p per min chart for more info later in the guide UNIQUE business OPPORTUNITY

For sale or lease MAL PAS BEACH Grannies Teahouse in Old Town Benidorm This is a small cove often missed Situated in the heart of the Gay Scene. by many visitors and is found the Levante beyond the cable ski. This unique business has been established since 1981 at the end of the harbour road If you prefer to be more secluded on the Poniente side of the Old these are recommended for the with the same owner for 22 years. Town. You can also reach it by adventurous as it is quite a steep Due to retirement this fabulous business is available steps from the top of the Old Town walk. There are no facilities so for lease or purchase (freehold). square known as La Señoria. This take plenty to drink and food if beach is popular with gay visitors you are to spend an entire day With a 5 year renewable lease this would ideally suit especially in Winter when it is a there. a gay couple, and is available lock, stock and barrel sun trap. RACO CORNIL GAY PLAYA for 25,000€. NUDISTA Turnkey business ready to walk into and operate. 4km FROM BENIDORM Fully equipped with seating for 25. PONIENTE BEACH This beach is best reached by (Popular gay area by the park at hire car. Take the old Villa Joyosa night) road toward the casino. Take For more information on lease or freehold Beyond the Old Town starting at an immediate left at the casino purchase details call: 965 850 931 park by the harbour and and follow the road down to the running for over 3km is the more car park where you will find a sedate Poniente beach which is a small rocky cove. The area both favourite with local residents and by the beach and at the top of Spanish families. The facilities are the hill where you see a derelict as good as the Levante but offer a Finca is very popular for all over less crowded space. Popular Gay sunbathing until sun down. The area is in front of the park where cove itself is mixed and is popular you will also find the new Café with Spanish couples too. You can Refuel the place to meet up after walk if you take the number 5 or the Poniente beach for a beer and 41 bus to La Cala (From Park Elx gossip. (Park Elx known as Dove by harbour) and walk over the hill. Park also). To get there face the beach and look to the right up the hill you BENIDORM COVES - TI will see a derelict villa set high XIMO & ALMADRABA up - head for it to get to the gay These are small sandy coves area which has been popular for reached by road at the far end of 100 years!

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Mars and Pluto have something up their sleeves, and although it may not be wholly obvious immediately, it is high time that others Ring the changes since not everything is set in stone and renovation sat up and took notice of what you are saying right now. With active brings great consequence. This is a great time for you to get involved modes of communication ready and waiting it is time to deliver your in something that you really believe in, bringing you in touch with clear intentions. your psychic inner self. Invention from Uranus and the Sun will help you Venus dallies with Saturn and there seems to be a bid to re enact something best left back where it belongs, in the dim and distant If you can keep your temper, when others seem to be losing theirs, past. Not only have times thankfully changed but your own concepts then that will be half the battle. Think what is at stake and calm, have seen you make tremendous strides forward; now the truth will nothing will be gained in this situation if anger is involved. Mars inspire you. sextiles Jupiter but actions with Uranus midmonth negate any new ventures. Mercury sextiles with Venus and this serves to stir up emotions as an important message is sent directly. If it wasn’t what was expected Jupiter is in cahoots with Mars and please do not do anything that then it was truly what has to be said right now; and if the truth hurts you will later live to regret just because right now it seems to be the anybody then you know where you stand and what to do in all only solution. With all the will in the World others do not know what reality. you are capable of, but for sure now they are about to find out. Sextiling with Jupiter, Mars gently nudges somebody into touch, and you may be about to see some long awaited results, as things gear A time to closely examine financial matters which seemed to be up a notch. Your level of expectation has ensured that you are not under control but which now need your undivided attention. It is disappointed by the finality of recent actions, what comes next, and painfully obvious that somebody, for some reason, is not paying their why. way and action needs to be taken promptly to bring resolve.

Venus enters and spreads more than just a little love around. It is Look to the future and plan accordingly that which you would wish time to lighten up over a situation for which you have no control at to change right now. The time has come to go with the flow and the moment. Love is the antidote needed to make everything work to think of yourself for a change, since it is hard to say now just right now, and it can help to prove to show you just where you really where your loyalties lie and just who, exactly, is steering the ship homeward. are right now. Currently a project needs your sensitivity and drive to ensure a good Stubborn energies have allowed you to carry on with recent projects, result. You are good at hiding your light under a bushel, but when but now you need to take some downtime and some much needed push comes to shove you have just what is needed to make the rest and relaxation. It would be good to see things from another necessary difference right now. Somebody needs you, but is hesitant direction, since Mercury calls the shots on Venus as it transits Saturn. to ask. Zodiac Zone • Call 806 515 805 (24 Hours) 1-2-1 Personal Readings call 806 515 789 www.zodiac-zone.com Open from 10am-1am • Abierto 10.00h - 01.00h de la madrugada