Benidorm 2018Benidorm, 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.

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nEW The LofT II New larger cafe bar with large terrace (See map)eSCAPe New Bar in Calle Alicante (Andrew and Moteo)BudhA BAr New Bar in Santa Faz (Opposite Eagle Bar) KuMA New Bears Bar next to JJ’sBears Bar now in Calle Santa Faz (Formerly the Look)

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Bar 69 04

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Budha Bar 06

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Caspers 08

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Company Bar 10

Domino Bar 12

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Miguel & Gloria rest. 14

Eagle bar 15

El Papagayo 16

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Lovers Bar 18

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Loft Cafe II 21

Mercury 20

Italian Twist 22

Peoples 23

Refuel Café Bar 24

Rich Bitch 25

Sensations 26

Sex Shop 27

Bar Mystique 28

Spirit 29

Harbour View 30

Intimate Bar 32

Brief Encounter 33

DYMK 34

Kasbah Bistro 35

KUMA Bears bar 37

JJ Bar and Sauna 38

La Cala & FinestratThe village of Finestrat and the beachside resort of Cala Finestrat are both located in the Marina Baixa region on the Costa BlancaClose to neighbouring Benidorm and around 40 kilometres from the city of Alicante and its International Airport.The village nestles on the mountainside of Puig Campana affording wonderful views to the mountains and out to the coast and Mediterranean. The charming village has a typical Moorish feel, with colourfully painted houses and narrow cobbled streets. Cala Finestrat on the other hand has increasingly become more and more popular and its development has made it almost an extension to Benidorm itself.

Finestrat VillageThe village of Finestrat has retained much of its old school charm, with its Moorish feel and ancient monuments, including the 13th century Castell (Castle) de Finestrat, the 18th century Church of Saint Bartholomew, La Torre (the watch tower) and the Hermitage Crist de Remei.

La Cala holds its market every Friday on the top

road... Follow the signs you cannot miss it!

There is a scattering of bars and restaurants servicing typical Mediterranean cuisine and a few shops and amenities. However, close by you have all the amenities and facilities of Cala Finestrat and Benidorm.

Cala FinestratCala Finestrat is a beach resort located just three kilometres away from busy Benidorm. The resort offers adequate amenities and facilities, a good selection of restaurants, bars and shops. Everything else you need is available in Benidorm, which is easily reached by bus and taxi. Cala Finestrat is suitable for families and couples looking for a relaxed beach resort, yet close to lots of activities and amenities should you desire. During the summer months an arts and crafts market is held on the promenade during the afternoon.

La CalaFinestrat Villajoyosa

Located at the northern end of the Costa Blanca in the Alicante province, Villajoyosa (La Villa Joiosa) is the capital of the Marina Baixa district. A delightful and historic town, it stretches the length of a lovely wide, sandy beach, with pretty coloured fishing houses running along the seafront and is encompassed with a backdrop of mountains. Situated around 26 kilometres from the city of Alicante and Alicante International airport, Villajoyosa is a well-situated destination, ideal for exploring the rest of the Costa Blanca coastline.

HistoryVillajoyosa has a rich cultural heritage. It’s history as a town dates back to the 6th century and it has been settled by the Greeks, Phoenicians, the Romans and of course the Moors, when it actually fell into some decline, which is unusual for a Moorish occupied town.The town as it is known today was founded in 1293 by an Admiral who served in the Kingdom of Aragon’s navy. It’s name Villajoyosa, literally means Joyful town. Throughout the centuries Villajoyosa has been an

important trade point along this coastline; trading in olive oil, cereals and wine, and shipbuilding, amongst others. But probably what it is most famous for is chocolate. During the 19th century the town started to develop a chocolate-making industry. The chocolate brand, ‘Valor’, which can be found in most shops and supermarkets throughout Spain comes from Villajoyosa.

Around townA seafront backed by rows of colourful fishing cottages, and old walled town centre, with a distinctive gothic feel, roman bridges and a traditional Spanish working town feel. Villajoyosa is really a ‘joyful’ place to visit. There are plenty of amenities and facilities for holiday-makers: shops, bars and restaurants in abundance.

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L’Alfàs del Pi

is a Valencian town and municipality located in the comarca of Marina Baixa, in the province of Alicante, Spain, lying at the foot of Serra Gelada.

L’Alfàs del Pi has an area of 19.3 km² and, according to the 2013 census, a total population of 21,969 inhabitants. The town has the second largest concentration of Norwegian residents abroad, along with sizable Dutch and English communities. The economy of L’Alfàs del Pi is mainly based on tourism. The most important monument in the city is the Catholic church of Crist del Bon Encert, built in 1784. The town’s symbol is a pine tree, which can be found in the church square. It is home to a nationally renowned film festival which runs each year. L’Alfàs del Pi has created a planned sea-side community - Platja de l’Albir - situated between Benidorm to the south and Altea to the north in fields earlier dominated by citrus and almond groves.

Since 1995, Albir has grown into a village of about 5,000 inhabitants; the majority of which are originally from Northern Europe. L’Alfàs del Pi has the highest proportion of Norwegian speakers of any settlement anywhere in the world outside of Norway. In 2013, the sculpture Paraboloide by Agustín Ibarrola that symbolizes peace and was made in honor of the 2011 Norway Attacks victims was revealed. The sculpture is placed in a park that will be named after Johan Galtung.

Alfazdel PiThe Jalon Valley

Spain is famous for its winemaking and arguably produces some of the words finest wines and the Costa Blanca is no exception. On our own doorstep located just 30-40 minutes away, we have the award winning wine making region of Jalon.

Due to its altitude, protection from the mountains that surround it and the richness of its soil Jalon is one of the largest regions in Spain that produce the “Moscatel” wine, which is a sweet wine a little like sherry in its appearance and taste. The Muscat grape that produces the wine is also used to make raisins.

Jalon is not just famous for its wines though. The valley is lined with Almond trees and in February and March when the trees blossom the sea of pink & white blossom that covers the valley draws people by the coach load to see the beautiful sight.

On a Saturday Jalon plays host to one of the oldest and largets “rastros” (car boot sales) of the Costa that draws people from afar to rummage through the

goods and antiques on sale and is also home to one of the finest British “Fish & Chip” shops to be found in this region.

How to get there?Jalon is easily found by car, taking the N332 North, towards Calpe and then continuing inland towards Benissa before turning off into the Valley itself and will take approximately 40 minutes. Although Jalon is not on any of the major bus routes from Benidorm, due to its popularity, it does feature as a stop on many of the excursions that leave Benidorm daily and during the blossom period you can also find specific trips that take in the sights.

UsefulInfo

ALSA BUSESThis is the bus which runs to Alicante airport. You can catch it from either the Avda Europa, outside the Europa Clinica or from the bus station.Departs hourly and on the hour from Avda Europa from 7am until 10pm – but there is NO bus at 9pm: costs 9.45€ one way.

BAnkSIn Spain banks only open for half a day, so make sure you go in the morning. Normal opening hours are 8.15am till 2pm, no Saturday opening. All banks have an ATM with an option to change the language into English – press the ‘cambio idiomas’ option.

LOCAL BUSESThe local bus service is run by Llorente. You pay the driver and the cost is 1.50€ regardless of distance. Generally the buses run until midnight. See the bus chart for more info later in the guide

DOCTORSIf you have your EHIC – European Health Insurance Card you are entitled to see the social security doctor free of charge in an emergency, but you must also present your passport with the card. There are three ‘Centro de Salud’ (health centres) in Benidorm you can attend: Rincon de Loix - On Avd Derramador near to the Indoor market Foiettes in the Old Town - Calle VenuzuelaLa Cala - Avda de Benisa

AIRLINESIf you need to contact the airline for any reason these are numbers based in Spain.

Jet2902 881 269calls cost 6.7c per min plus 8.3c connection.EasyJet902 599 900 from Spain – calls cost 8 cents per min from landline Or 0843 104 5000 UK number – calls cost 5p per min

CHEMISTSIn Spain they are called a ‘Farmacia’.There is a 24 hour farmacia on the main Avd Mediterraneo and the staff speaks English. Many local farmacias close over the lunch period from 1.30, re-opening at 5pm. If you need any sort of medication, including asprin or paracetamol, you can only buy them here: supermarkets are not allowed to sell any kind of medicine.

EMERGENCIES112 is the European equivalent of 999 in the UK

Ambulance 112Local Police 966 807 766 or 092 in an emergencyNational Police 966 831 930 or 091 in anemergencyGuardia Civil 965 854 475 or 062 in an emergency

B R I T I S H CONSULATE

This is located in Alicante – Edf Espacio, Rambla Mendez Nuñez, 6th Floor, Alicante 03002. Open Monday to Friday from 8.30am until 1.30pm. In an emergency contact 965 216 002:

if you have lost or had your passport stolen you will need to go there to obtain an emergency travel document to get you back to the UK, which will take about two hours to process. It will only be valid for that one journey and costs approximately 120€.

Day Trips

Guadalest: Set at 595m above sea level, the village of Guadalest hangs precariously to the mountain top and is rated as one of the most visited villages in Spain; and with good reason. Dating back to the 8th Century, Guadalest is now home to just over 200 residents who invite you to step back in time and explore their fabulous village.

Guadalest was built by the Moors and stood as a fortified city until it was conquered by the Christians in the middle of the thirteenth century, turning the Moorish stronghold, into their own gaol. In June of 1644 a devastating earthquake destroyed the Castle of Guadalest who´s ruins can still be seen and the dungeon in the old village gaol offers an eerie silence to those who enter.

Steeped in history and being the cause of many battles, Guadalest now has more of a tranquil life. With its whitewashed houses and cobbled streets, Guadalest has become as famous for its arts, crafts and museums as it has its long and twisted history.

Set on Two levels, the lower of which is the newer part and is a maze of, cafes, bars & craft shops and museums, which are definitely worth a visit. To access the higher part, you need to pass through the mountain that has been carved out making an entrance to the old fortified village. Guadalest offers stunning picturesque views of the surrounding landscape and turquoise blue reservoir that supplies lower towns, villages and even Benidorm with its supply of fresh water.

How to get there?There are paid excursions that depart Benidorm most days of the week and this is one of the best ways to see Guadalest as you will be accompanied by an English speaking guide who will point out points of interest to you and most offer discounted entrance tickets to the museums and other places of interest when there. For the more adventurous traveller, you can catch the number 16 bus that departs Benidorm at 10:15 each day and will take just over an hour to get there. But remember, there is only 1 bus up and 1 bus back which leaves at 1:30 giving you approx 2 ½ hours in the village if you take this option.

MAL PAS BEACHThis is a small cove often missed by many visitors and is found at the end of the harbour road on the Poniente side of the Old Town. You can also reach it by steps from the top of the Old Town square known as La Señoria. This beach is popular with gay visitors especially in Winter when it is a sun trap.

POnIEnTE BEACH (Popular gay area by the park at night)Beyond the Old Town starting at park Elche by the harbour and running for over 3km is the more sedate Poniente beach which is a favourite with local residents and Spanish families. The facilities are as good as the Levante but offer a less crowded space. Popular Gay area is in front of the park where you will also find the new Café Refuel the place to meet up after the Poniente beach for a beer and gossip. (Park Elx known as Dove Park also).

BEnIDORM COVES - TI XIMO & ALMADRABAThese are small sandy coves reached by road at the far end of

the Levante beyond the cable ski. If you prefer to be more secluded these are recommended for the adventurous as it is quite a steep walk. There are no facilities so take plenty to drink and food if you are to spend an entire day there.

RACO CORnIL GAY PLAYA nUDISTA 4km FROM BENIDORMThis beach is best reached by hire car. Take the old Villa Joyosa road toward the casino. Take an immediate left at the casino and follow the road down to the car park where you will find a small rocky cove. The area both by the beach and at the top of the hill where you see a derelict Finca is very popular for all over sunbathing until sun down. The cove itself is mixed and is popular with Spanish couples too. You can walk if you take the number 5 or 41 bus to La Cala (From Park Elx by harbour) and walk over the hill. To get there face the beach and look to the right up the hill you will see a derelict villa set high up - head for it to get to the gay area which has been popular for 100 years!

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Jupiter brings you new energies and some good fortune just when you need it. You are working with your inner self and this will help you to make some vital new connections and show you some possibilities, which will need taking in hand. There is so much more to you than you think, and putting everything together right now is the wisdom to know the difference.

You are right to be strong and stubborn right now, but this is all because you know what’s really going, and want to make a difference, any which way that you can. Your total elimination of fear puts you in pole position and ready to move on, however somebody has a brief to waste your time and wind you up, and you’re about to lose your temper. Stay on track!

A very flirty Venus squares with mighty Uranus and the message is like music to your ears. Take the chance to tune into new direc-tions, and take care to know who your friends really are, since they are about to take on new roles, and may eclipse you. When the time is right make your move, but have your escape route ready and waiting, as things are progressing fast now

Just lately you have taken the rough with the smooth, but there is now a light at the end of a dark tunnel and the time is right to move on. Do not see this as running away, more a time to face facts and maximise your potential. Whilst the work front changes impetus there is a need to be closer to where you need to be and a need to conserve whatever needs to be saved.

A call to lend a hand to an event, which needs your expertise, is inspiring and comes at a time when you just needed to get your teeth into something. You’ll get things your way and have the chance to show those who seek to judge you, just what you can do if you try. You may even surprise yourself what you can do when the going gets tough out there.

Mercury hits on Saturn, and brings some surprises during the end of the month when you catch up for lost time with a friend who needs your tender love and care. All around you there seems to be emotional upset and turmoil, but, as ever, you are able to take on that which you must and shoulder the blame. A call for help cannot be left unanswered, however.

Your romantic planetary leader, Venus is making many connec-tions with a profound Neptune, an inspiring Chiron and a power-ful Uranus; and all this just before chumming with Capricorn at the end of the month. All this activity shows clearly your new pace of life. It is amazing just what you can do if you try, and you haven’t really started yet. Enjoy taking control!

Mercury enters Aquarius, bringing a positive energy right to your door and illuminating what has to be done to resolve things. You know you can’t please everyone, and it is conservational not to bother to try, except you are used to getting good results, and you have done absolutely what you could under the pressure of current exacting and provoking circumstances.

Venus visits and brings a little sunshine into your life. It is high time that you learned to help yourself to just what it is you want, rather than to beat about the bush. This isn’t being selfish, it is self preserving and gets you what you need to get going. In the midst of it all take some time for yourself and you may be surprised how things work out on a romantic level.

Venus spreads a little magic into your life and starts to make changes to routines bringing, once and for all, new challenges closer to you than you ever thought that they were. For personal reasons you will make a decision not to complete something that you have started but that you know will never ever finish satisfactorily. Put someone in his or her place though!

Things are moving on at long last, and not before time. Mercury enters into the first house, and this brings you the chance to en-sure that a message reaches open ears. Many have been waiting for you to make a decision, but they won’t like hearing what you have to say because they do not want to take on new responsi-bilities, and admit you were right all along.

Chiron is en route to bring open doors to a project that seems to have been discarded before it really got going. You have so much to share with others and such a sensitive and warm approach to all that you do, but there are others, who do not understand your way of doing things; or, who don’t want to get involved right now. Let nothing put you off the main event

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