Calpe has developed in to a very popular holiday destination and attracts holidaymakers from the UK and Germany. Calpe is steeped in history and demonstrates a very impressive culture. Calpa has many 21st century modern hotels but still has the charm of narrow medieval streets that need to be explored.

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 Calpe.
Time Difference - GMT +1 hour.
Flight Time UK - About 2 hours 30 mins.
Calpe Airport - ALC (Alicante).
Distance from Calpe Airport - Approximately 38 miles.
Taxi Fare from Calpe Airport - About €55, (£37).

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

Spain Emergency Numbers - In Benidorm dial 112 (police, fire and ambulance).
Calpe Health Risks - None.
Calpe 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 Calpe - Calpe banks open 09.00-14.00 Mon-Fri, 09.00-13.00 Sat (except summer). Calpe shops open 09.00-13.00 and 16.00-19.00. Calpe department stores and commercial centres 10.00-21.00. Calpe office hours are 09.00-13.00 and 16.00-19.00. .

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

Calpe Accommodation - Calpe accommodation on the Costa Blanca is registered and inspected by regional authorities. Calpe hotels are classified from one to five-star. Calpe hostels/pensions are classified one to three-star. Other Calpe accommodation on the Costa Blanca includes apartment-hotels, hotel-residencies, motels, self-catering, family guest houses, country villas, health spas.

Eating Out in Calpe - Calpa has a multitude of restaurants that will provide cuisine for all tastes. Many holidaymakers travel in to Calpe to visit many of the international restaurants serving Chinese, Italian, German and of course English food.

Food in Spain - There are so many options for eating out in Calpe 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 Calpe. .

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

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

What to do in Calpe - For those that are adeventurous can try to scale the Pe?on de Ifach. If not, the traditional water sports are available from windsurfing, water skiing right through to sailing.

Where to Visit in Calpe - Whilst on holiday in Calpe it is worth taking the time to visit Fuentes Del Algar. Fantastic waterfalls and a natural pool where people swim during the summer. The harbour also is an attraction in itself.

Local Festivals in Calpe - The town of Calpe 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! .

Calpe Climate - Calpe climate is hard to beat. With a wonderful average temperature of 16 degrees in winter and 32 degrees in summer, Calpe 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 Calpa is around 6 hours, whilst in summer you can expect a long 12 hours to laze away the day in Calpe. Expect a little humidity in high summer. .

Tourist Information on Calpe
For further tourist information on Calpa go to www.spanish-fiestas.com, www.indigoguide.com

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