Spain-Costa Almeria
Costa Almeria
The Costa Almeria, with its beautiful unspoilt coastline, has an arid desert landscape and is sparsely populated. It is situated in the south east of the Spanish peninsula and borders with the provinces of Granada and Murcia. In all, this province covers 8774 square kilometres with a population of 425,000 inhabitants, of which 145,000 live in the capital city, also named Almeria.
Inland, Almeria has an almost lunar landscape of desert, sandstone and dried up river beds and has long been a popular choice for filiming American style spaghetti westerns, (The all time Peter O'Toole classic, Lawrence of Arabia was also shot here). You can visit mini Hollywood or Yucca City, just outside Tabernas which was the set of a Fistful of Dollars and various other films and is open daily to visitors.
Calabardina
A picturesque village with its stunning beaches and clear blue skies ideally situated a few minutes drive from Aguilas.
Aguilas
For those who love nightlife, Aguilas has much to offer: Pubs, discotheques, cafes, open-air parties, dances al fresco, the cinema and concerts. In the Summer everyone in Aguilas joins in.
Travelling inland, you come across a semi desert landscape in shades of ochre, in whose barren soil you can find marine fossils and volcanic minerals, yet just a few kilometres north, you will be impressed by dark green woodlands, where the paths overhang with palms and scented bushes.
Aguilas is situated between two major airports, Alicante and Almeria, used extensively by tourists. Both can be reached by motorway. Alicante is approximately 1 hour and Almeria 90 minutes drive. These two airports are modern and well equipped.
With more than forty restaurants, in Aguilas visitors have a varied and interesting choice of cuisine. They can choose between specialising in regional or international dishes, from a typical Spanish restaurant to Italian or Chinese. The most demanding palette can be satisfied, all of which use produce of the highest quality and much of which is locally produced.
This is an area full of contrasts. As you glance along the coast you can see, rising above the intense blue of the sea, rocky mountains and cliffs, whose rugged presence stands out in contrast to the serenity of the white sandy beaches and clear blue waters.
San Juan De Los Terreros
An attractive area with various developments, situated close to the town of Aguilas and just 500 metres from the beach. A peaceful beach location with a handful of restaurants and shops situated between the hills and fantastic sandy beaches. Another sought after area, for the keen golfer, as two golf complexes are currently being developed, but plenty for the non-golfer. Named after the Isle of San Juan, visible from the beach.
Villaricos
A small Spanish fishing village, set along the coast and within minutes drive to Vera and Aguilas. It is found at the foot of the Sierra Almagrera Mountains, where it gets its name from the ancient silver mines.
Garrucha
Garrucha is a well established delightful fishing town with superb fish restaurants and like all Spanish towns there are many fiestas with colourful parades throughout the year. There are several attractive beaches and small coves just waiting to be explored...
Bordered by miles of unspoilt, wide sandy beaches, this area is a must for all beach lovers. With a good selection of local shops, supermarkets and restaurants, the port of Garrucha is just a 10 minute stroll along the promenade.
Huércal Overa
Markets and fiestas are regular events in this thriving town situated in the province of Almeria, on the Lorca-Baza railway, and between two branches of the river Almanzora. Huércal-Overa is the chief town of a thriving agricultural district, largely dependent for its prosperity on the lead mining carried on among the surrounding highlands. There are many banks, bars and restaurants in the centre of town, as well as European award winning hospital facilities.
Mojacar
Beautifully situated Mojacar spills down the side of a hill in the foothills of the Sierra Cabrera. It preserves its spectacular structure of stepped terraces and charming narrow streets. On the coast, where there are more than 5 km of beachfront, there has been considerate urban development, notably there are 12km of virgin beaches and coves which reach to the borders of the Cabo de Gata natural park. Mojacar is undoubtedly the most ancient in origin and Arabic in appearance place in the region.
Vera
Vera is a gentle but colourful blend of beach and urban life. The coastline is well maintained and serviced, while the town itself boasts a rich monumental heritage, including several 16th century buildings still in use, a Gothic church in a fortress style and a bull-ring. Vera has a reputation steeped in Spanish culture and tradition, with culinary delights that would satisfy the most demanding of palettes. Another of the town's claims to fame is the fine quality ceramics, crafts and the new prestigious golf course of Valle de Este.
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