BRIT families continue to head to the Spanish Costa Blanca for the warm Mediterranean weather, miles of white sandy beaches, family-friendly attractions and traditional towns.
We’ve selected five of the best White Coast holiday spots to help you plan your 2019 family break – from the bright lights of Benidorm to the designer stores of Alicante.
1. Benidorm
One of the most well-known resorts in Spain, Benidorm will keep the kids busy with long stretches of sandy beach, tons of water sports and top-notch theme parks such as Aqualandia and Terra Mitica.
There’s plenty of fun for mum and dad too with a buzzing nightlife, more than 500 restaurants and an attractive old town to explore.
Book a one-week break – including flights and self catering apartment – from £147pp with Love Holidays or from £292pp with Jet 2 Holidays for travel in May 2019.
2. Alicante
The pretty city of Alicante has beautiful beaches, historical sights and chic shops – as well as top quality restaurants and legendary nightlife for when the kids are tucked up in bed.
For family-friendly outings, you can explore the Santa Barbara Castle, take a surf lesson or meet the marine life at the Acuario Mediterraneo (Aquarium).
Book a one-week escape – including flights and hotel room – on Travel Supermarket from £168pp or from £133pp on Love Holidays for travel in May 2019.
3. Denia
Take it down a notch or two at this relaxed beach resort, which offers up a nice balance of tourist attractions and local life.
Denia is great for families with its long sandy beaches, child-friendly restaurants and laid-back vibe – along with attractions, such as the castle and toy museum, which the whole clan can enjoy.
Book a seven-night break with flights and hotel from £171pp on Travel Supermarket or from £249pp with On the Beach for travel in May 2019.
4. Calpe
Another best-of-both-worlds resort, Calpe boasts quality beaches and a modern seafront with great seafood restaurants and lively bars but has managed to keep its fishing village feel, with a traditional old town and famous fish market.
Adventurous families will be kept busy with many outdoor activity companies in Calpe, from quad biking and buggy driving on the beach to horse riding in the countryside.
Book a one-week holiday including flights and self catering apartment from £158pp with On the Beach or from £140pp on Travel Supermarket for travel in May 2019.
Our tips for finding top holiday offers
There are plenty of choices to make with breaks away – even after you’ve decided on a destination. Here’s how you can ensure you’re getting a good deal
BOOK LAST MINUTE If you’re able to look last minute you’ll often find good deals, as companies look to encourage bookings and fulfill availability.
SPECIAL OFFERS Great offers depend on travel companies’ willingness to cut prices, but some companies maintain a special offers section – like Jet2Holidays. Deal sites like Travelzoo are also worth checking.
BE FLEXIBLE Flexibility of travel dates and connections can save you money. As can travelling outside of peak periods, or – if not travelling with children – outside school holidays.
USE DISCOUNTS Find discount codes with The Sun Vouchers, including for TUI, Expedia, First Choice, Lastminute, and Jet2Holidays.
SET ALERTS Airfarewatchdog and Skyscanner provides alerts on air fares, so you can get flights at their cheapest. Kayak offers alerts for flights and hotels.
5. Torrevieja
A popular tourist hot spot, Torrevieja has miles of sandy beaches and water sports – such as JetSki and Flyboard – to keep you busy on your family break.
There are huge parks – including the Parque de las Naciones – and the Aquopolis water park, where kids can burn off steam – and there are numerous family-friendly restaurants and ice cream kiosks dotted along the seafront.
Book a seven-night escape – including flights and self-catering apartment – from £123pp on Lastminute.com or from £186pp with On the Beach in May 2019.
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