Benidorm is one of the most popular holiday resorts for UK visitors. The hot, sunny Mediterranean weather and miles of golden sandy beaches attracts sun worshippers from all over Europe to get cheap flights to Alicante to enjoy a cheap holiday in the popular resort of Benidorm.

There is plenty to do during the day in Benidorm from water sports to shopping, along with a wide range of bars, restaurants and night-clubs for your evening entertainment.

Benidorm is a very popular holiday resort on the Costa Blanca and has competitively priced direct cheap flights to Alicante airport and many cheap holidays and short breaks to Benidorm are available all year round.

Region - Costa Blanca.
Country - Spain.
Capital City - Madrid.
Language - Spanish, English widely spoken.
Religion - Catholic.
Visas - Valid UK passport.
Currency - Euro, about €1.45 = £1.
Credit Cards - Widely Accepted in Benidorm.
Time Difference - GMT +1 hour.
Flight Time UK - About 2 hours 30 mins.
Benidorm Airport - ALC (Alicante).
Distance from Benidorm Airport - Benidorm is 37 miles from Alicante airport.
Taxi Fare from Benidorm Airport - About €55, (£37).

Driving in Spain - In Benidorm they drive on the right. EU compliant three-part pink document or international driving licence required .
Electricity in Spain - In Benidorm it is 220v, adapter required.
Spain International Dialing Code - 00 34.
Benidorm Public Phones - In Benidorm International booths accept coins and phonecards, as well as credit cards .
Benidorm Mobile Phones - Benidorm has all major networks.

Spain Emergency Numbers - In Benidorm dial 112 (police, fire and ambulance).
Benidorm Health Risks - None.
Benidorm Safety & Security - Motorists, particularly those towing caravans, should be aware of highway pirates, who target foreign registered vehicles in service areas and subsequently stop them on the hard shoulder of motorways.

Shop Opening Times in Benidorm - Benidorm banks open 09.00-14.00 Mon-Fri, 09.00-13.00 Sat (except summer). Benidorm shops open 09.00-13.00 and 16.00-19.00. Benidorm department stores and commercial centres 10.00-21.00. Benidorm office hours are 09.00-13.00 and 16.00-19.00. .

Public Holidays in Benidorm - Public holidays in Benidorm are Jan 1, 6, March 1, 25, May 1, June 24, Aug 15, Oct 12, Nov 1, Dec 6, 8, 25, 28.

Benidorm Accommodation - Benidorm accommodation on the Costa Blanca is registered and inspected by regional authorities. Benidorm hotels are classified from one to five-star. Benidorm hostels/pensions are classified one to three-star. Other Benidorm accommodation on the Costa Blanca includes apartment-hotels, hotel-residencies, motels, self-catering, campsites, family guest houses, country villas, health spas and monasteries. There is a network of paradors, which are often converted palaces and mansions. .

Eating Out in Benidorm - Most visitors to Benidorm, Costa Blanca will eat out at some stage during their holiday. The good news is there are quite literally hundreds of options in Benidorm. So you can sample regional tapas, enjoy posh menus for special nights out that meet the demands of a substantial appetite with a budget that doesn't match. Benidorm, Costa Blanca has cuisine for all visitors to enjoy.

Food in Spain - There are so many options for eating out in Benidorm and absolutely every taste and budget is catered for. Whether you would like American style diners with burgers and ribs, Italian pastas and pizzas, great quality 3 course (Menu Del Dia) menus for less than 10 Euros, Spanish tapas and paellas, lobsters and seafood or good old fish and chips there is something for you in Benidorm. .

Tipping in Benidorm - Service and tax are usually included in Benidorm hotel bills, but tip chambermaids, porters and waiters. Restaurants in Benidorm often include service, so a gratuity is discretionary, normally 10%-15%. Taxi drivers expect 10%-15%.

Benidorm Standard of Living - In Benidorm a Bottle of beer (330ml) - £1, mineral water (1L) - £0.90 and three course meal with drinks - £12.

What to do in Benidorm - Whilst on holiday in Benidorm, Costa Blanca you can enjoy the sun, sea and golden beaches, but there are many other things to do whilst in Benidorm. Enjoy a root and rummage any Wednesday and Sunday morning throughout the year at the the Benidorm outdoor market. The usual suspects abound: leather goods, Spanish tablecloths, shoes etc., but really, there's a bit of everything here. Good clean fun for serious hunters of holiday bargains. Aqualandia Water Amusement Park is within easy reach of the centre of Benidorm, Aqualandia is FUN so the kids will love it, which means that parents will too. There are assorted shutes / springboards / pools / rapids / waterfalls and black holes (that’s right, black holes, but don’t worry, 'cos you go in two at a time) will satisfy all members of the wet set. Themed areas planted with trees and shrubs house the Pistas Blandas, the Laguna, Niagara, Splash, the Big Bang... and the Kamikaze. But if they sound a bit too demanding, don’t worry. Little ones, and the non-mermaids amongst you are also catered for with more gentle options. Bars, shops, restaurants, showers and lockers etc are all available. .

Where to Visit in Benidorm - Benidorm Palace is a magnificent, spectacular, gloriously colourful, BIG show of international renown. Wine and dine first, or go later to enjoy some of Europe's very best showtime entertainment in this plush, capacious, traditional style nightclub. Feast your eyes on the first-class, fabulous dancers in exotic, majorly glam feathered costumes who'll take your breath away. A full programme of original, top artistes from around the world ensure you are thoroughly entertained. You're going to be spoilt for choice at Mundomar Marine Exotic animal park and the kids will love it. A dolphinarium, parrot show, flamingos, turtles, sea lions, a bat cave (but no Robin), penguins, a children's park, and a galleon. That's right, a galleon, and from inside it you can enjoy a different view of what’s going on from under the water. The park is well equipped with a number of refreshment kiosks. And, if you're planning a party or a celebration with a difference, you might think about holding it at the restaurant or cafeteria. Aitana Safari Park is near the village of Sella, about 33 kilometres inland from Benidorm. Here you'll get to see elephants, lions, tigers and many more wild animals as you follow the Safari trail through the park. There's a children's zoo for the little ones to enjoy and a special nursery where they rasie new born animals .

Local Festivals in Benidorm - The City of Benidorm won't leave you short changed when it comes to fiestas! The Costa Blanca region has deep-rooted traditions, many of which are celebrated in grand style and although based mainly on religious celebrations, generally these days a fiesta is a great excuse to eat, drink and be merry. But don't expect an amateur affair…much planning, organising and skill goes into arranging many of the events with the result being a spectacular experience that you really wouldn't want to miss. The Spanish love an excuse to dress up, let off fireworks and party, so expect most of these fiestas to keep you occupied for quite a few days! .

Benidorm Climate - Benidorm climate is hard to beat. With a wonderful average temperature of 16 degrees in winter and 32 degrees in summer, Benidorm is truly a year round destination. With its back to a mountain range and sandwiched between two capes it is in a sheltered position. The sunshine quota in the winter in Benidorm is around 6 hours, whilst in summer you can expect a long 12 hours to laze away the day in Benidorm. Expect a little humidity in high summer. .

Tourist Information on Benidorm
For further tourist information on Benidorm go to www.spanish-fiestas.com, www.benidorm-spotlight.com.

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