You would head to Benidorm and Ibiza if you were looking for a night of partying, beer on tap and foam parties wouldn’t you? Well they are known for their party atmosphere, but this often overshadows their real beauty. Once you’ve headed in the opposite direction to British cafes and thumping clubs, you’ll discover a tranquil, beautiful resort that is much more about family, relaxing and enjoying mother nature. You can discover the parts of the resorts that the party animals miss by opting to stay at one of the many Ibiza or Benidorm hotels in the quieter parts of town.
Benidorm has three main beaches and you’ll find that most Costa Blanca hotels are close to at least one beach. Avoid Playa Levante in the north, the party beach with Brits packed in sun lounger to sun lounger. This is also a popular location for stag and hen parties, who flock here in their droves for the sun, sea, sand and sangria. The beach at Playa Poniente is far more relaxed with a range of ice-cream parlours, restaurants and bars alongside a promenade that’s perfect for strolling; ideal if you don’t want to have to fight for your sun bed. Benidorm’s best kept secret is Cala Finestrat in the south of the resort; a perfect place for adventure seekers to discover. This beautiful beach is much less frequented than the others, but offers a range of Mediterranean style restaurant and bars.
The island of Ibiza boasts hundreds of cheap hotels and is perfect for party people with clubs open all day and food available throughout the night, the perfect recipe for fun. But Ibiza also offers a good time in the shape of its quiet and tranquil beaches, parks and resorts. If you’re looking for a great destination for a family holiday, Santa Eulalia includes a stunning beach and is considered to be the most beautiful area on the island.