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Wed 20 Feb 2008
The Algar Waterfalls
A trip to the Algar Waterfalls is a very enjoyable day . The area is a famous beauty spot and an easy drive from Moraira, taking the N.332 to Altea, turning off to Callosa d·en Sarria and continue to the Waterfalls which are signposted. Alternatively...
Wed 20 Feb 2008
An Interesting day in Altea
There are two ways to arrive in Altea on the Costa Blanca. You can either drive there; From Moraira drive to Teulada to the N332, turn left and continue through Benissa, Calpe and then to Altea, about 40 minutes total driving. Or you can take the tra...
Mon 11 Feb 2008
Medieval Tower and Museum, Alcalali
The Medieval Tower in Alcalali is well worth a visit. To arrive in Alcalali from Moraira, drive through Teulada to the N332, turn left and drive through the town of Benissa. At the end of the town take the right fork, signposted Jalon, drive through ...
Fri 8 Feb 2008
A Visit to Terra Mitica
Terra Mitica is an adventure park on the northern Costa Blanca, full of interest to both adults and children. How to get there: You can travel by train on the F:G:V: line that runs from Denia to Alicante. From Moraira drive to Teulada train station, ...
Fri 8 Feb 2008
A Walk to the top of Montgo
Montgo Mountain Half Way View! The Montgo mountain lies in the northern Costa Blanca. On the north side you have Denia and Javea on the south. The Montgo is an important nature park that offers a range of interesting varieties of Mediterranean flor...
Mon 4 Feb 2008
Processionary Caterpillars
Gardening in Moraira Life in Spain
Almond Blossom Caterpillar Nest January to March in the Northern Costa Blanca is a most beautiful time of year. The almond blossoms are in full bloom and flora and fauna starts to spring back to life. But what’s this – Candyfloss in pine tree...
Sat 2 Feb 2008
Garden Centres in Moraira and Compost
Gardening in Moraira Life in Spain
There are three garden centres in Moraira: Paichi Garden Centre, situated on the main road out of Moraira towards Benitachell, on the left hand side just past the European Shopping Centre. This garden centre won first prize for the best stand at the ...
Sat 2 Feb 2008
A Train Ride to Denia
A very good day can be enjoyed by catching the train to Denia. Drive from Moraira to Teulada where it is very easy to park your car free of charge. The first train to depart is at 8.20 a.m. and the last one is 21.20. From Denia the first train to Teu...
Fri 1 Feb 2008
To Buy or Not to Buy?
To buy, or not to buy? – that is the question. Especially when some of the UK media are reporting that property in Spain is overpriced by 30%, that thousands of properties are empty, prices are falling, developers are going bust, and Spanish building...
Mon 21 Jan 2008
A Visit to Safari Park Vergel
Siberian Tiger A truly wonderful day out with or without children is to the Safari Park at Vergel. Leave Moraira on the N332 going north towards Valencia and just past Ondara. Take the CV 700 on the left hand side, signposted Safari Park. This is si...