Moros y Cristianos: Villajoyosa's spectacular fiestaMany towns in Spain have amazing fiestas, but Villajoyosa's is unique. Not only does it feature spectacular parades through the town, but...
Spectacular sea views from the Faro de L'AlbirDuration: 45 mins each way. Easy walking on paved road, gentle gradients. Very little shade on second half of walk. Take water! A gem of...
How to order the best meat in a Spanish restaurantHere on the Costa Blanca, paella, fish and seafood get top billing in most seafront restaurants. But meat eaters, worry not; there's...
Bargain hunt - shopping and people watching in La Vila's marketsWhy go shopping in a soulless supermarket when you can buy from a Spanish mercado? They’re lively, great for people-watching and you...
Correfoc: devils dancing on the streets of VillajoyosaThe Correfoc is an explosion of noise and fire on the street, a cacaphony of shrieking whistles, rhythmic drumming and fireworks. Groups...
Sunshine rugby in La VilaThe Spanish play rugby! Who knew? Villajoyosa has one of the top teams in Spain. Take in a match!
How to buy the best jamón in SpainThere is almost no part of the pig that a Spanish chef can’t turn into something tasty; a hangover from the time when much of the rural...
Top 9 things to do in VillajoyosaVillajoyosa is the Costa Blanca's hidden gem. A pretty town, a great beach and not overwhelmed by tourism. What's not to like? Here
When the boat comes in: Villajoyosa fish marketBehind the scenes at the hi-tech fish auction in La Vila Joiosa
Top walks around Villajoyosa: the harbour to MalladetaA nice easy stroll along the seafront and then out to the clifftop tower at Malladeta to the south of La Vila