Living under the sun, surrounded by palm trees and close to the sea, it’s tempting, isn’t it? But why live on the Costa Blanca? Of all the regions in Spain, why choose this one to settle in?
Why you should buy a luxury home on the Costa Blanca?
- Accessibility
- Beaches
- Local food
- Culture
- Weather
- Health benefits
- Wide choice of luxury properties
- Financial investment
- Animal lovers
Whether you’re looking to buy a permanent residence or enjoy an unforgettable vacation, the Costa Blanca has a lot to offer. We’ve compiled a list of the main advantages of living on the Costa Blanca, based on the opinions and experiences of our customers. Let’s find out together.
1. Accessibility
To get to the Costa Blanca
The Costa Blanca has the advantage of being very accessible, whatever means of transport you use: plane or car…
If you’re traveling by plane, the international airport is just 20 minutes from Alicante. There are, of course, cabs or shuttles that can take you from one to the other.
Which airports serve the Costa Blanca?
There are several, including Alicante airport, Valencia airport serving the northern Costa Blanca and Murcia-Corvera airport for the southern part of the region.
These airports provide national and international connections, so you can travel within or outside the country. You can also travel to the Costa Blanca by car
Once on site
Once there, the towns are just as well served, with cabs, public transport and car rental services at your disposal.
If you’re looking for a cab, you can contact Radio Taxi Elche, Taxi Alicante Costa Blanca, Benidorm Taxis, Radio Taxi Altea, Radio Taxi Dénia…
For car rental services, you can use Avis, Europcar, Hertz, Goldcar or Sixt.
Once you’ve arrived on the Costa Blanca, you can also travel by boat to the Spanish islands of Ibiza, Formentera or Mallorca for a weekend of relaxation or partying. To do this, you can take the ferry from Dénia for a 2 to 5 hour journey, depending on the island.
2. Beaches
The Costa Blanca is so popular with tourists and travelers alike, because of its magnificent beaches and crystal-clear coves. You can go there for a walk, a swim or to watch the sunset.
Here’s a list of the region’s best-known and most popular beaches:
- Playa de Levante, Benidorm : This is one of Benidorm’s best-known beaches, stretching for around 2 kilometers.
- Playa del Postiguet, Alicante : Located right in the heart of Alicante, this popular beach stretches for around 1.3 kilometers.
- Playa de San Juan, Alicante : One of Alicante’s most popular beaches, not least because of its length. It’s around 7 kilometers long.
- Playa de La Granadella, Jávea :This small cove is known for its crystal-clear waters and is around 220 metres long.
- Playa de La Fossa, Calpe : Also known as playa Arenal-Bol, it stretches for 1 kilometer.
- Playa de Racó del Albir, L’Albir : A beach for pebble-lovers, it is 600 metres long and offers incredible panoramic views.
- Playa del Carabassí, Elche : This sandy beach measures around 1.2 kilometers and is surrounded by dunes.
- Las Salinas de Torrevieja : The salt flats are memorable for their mountains of salt and crimson waters, rarely seen elsewhere.
3. Local food
What would Spanish culture be without its delicious local food? We ask ourselves!
The Costa Blanca, like the rest of Spain, is famous for its rich and tasty Mediterranean recipes.
If you love Spanish cuisine, you’ll be familiar with paella, and there is more than one paella.
Yes, it’s important to know that paella is not prepared in the same way in every region.
So, if you’re a paella lover, you’ll be delighted to move to the Costa Blanca, where your favorite paella is prepared with the greatest care.
Of course, Spanish cuisine is rich and varied, and not just based on paella.
Among the most popular dishes are delicious gazpacho, fried squid, patatas bravas, fideuà, tapas, tortilla with truffles or the famous croquettes with cheese and jamón ibérico.
If you like sweeter flavors, you’ll love Spanish nougat, called Turron, made with almonds, honey and egg whites.
It whets your appetite, doesn’t it?
4. Culture
You can’t talk about Spain without mentioning the hospitality of the Spanish people.
Very close to their families and those around them in general, Spaniards are very friendly and warm. Sharing is a value rooted in their culture, which is why you’ll often find dishes to share on restaurant menus. Spain is a welcoming country, where you immediately feel welcome.
The people of the Costa Blanca are also fond of festivals and traditions. Religious holidays are highly appreciated and celebrated, as is the case during Semana Santa. For this occasion, Spaniards like to organize parades in traditional costumes and processions with floats for various artistic performances.
Another very important festival for the locals is the Hogueras. This celebration takes place at the end of June and lasts about a week. During this festival, you can admire float parades, bonfires and incredible fireworks.
Then there’s las Fallas, an event that takes place in the Valencian Community in March and lasts for several days. During the Fallas, sculptures made of “carton piedra”, a technique similar to “papier-mâché”, are installed in the streets of the city. These sculptures represent scenes from current political or social events. A prize-giving ceremony follows, and the festivities end with the cremation of the various sculptures and a fireworks display.
Needless to say, the Costa Blanca is a very lively region!
If you like artistic events, you’ll be delighted to explore Alicante’s Museum of Contemporary Art.
And if you’re more into tradition and history, you’ll love visiting the Basilica of Santa María in Elche, the Castle of Santa Bárbara in Alicante or the Episcopal Palace in Orihuela.
5. Weather
It’s undeniably appealing.
According to a study carried out by Holidu, a British vacation rental platform, Alicante is the sunniest city in Europe.
“It’s official: Alicante is the sunniest city in Europe! With an average of 349 hours of sunshine per month, Alicante is the ideal destination for sun-seeking travelers.”
-Holidu
Winters are mild, and although there are occasional periods of rain, they are very short and the sun returns very quickly. During this period, temperatures drop a little and generally oscillate between 10 and 20°C.
As soon as spring returns, temperatures rise to around 20°C.
Summers, meanwhile, are very hot, and high temperatures usually continue into autumn.
As you can see, when you buy a house on the Costa Blanca, you’ll feel like you’re on vacation, whatever the time of year!
6. Health benefits
Living on the Costa Blanca is not only mentally pleasant, it’s also physically beneficial.
And the Mediterranean diet has a lot to do with it.
As well as being delicious, this diet is very varied, containing lots of vegetables, fish, olive oil and seafood, which reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease.
The climate is also beneficial to health, since regular exposure to the sun increases vitamin D production. This vitamin enhances calcium absorption and thus bone health in general. Vitamin D also boosts the immune system.
The iodine present in the air, thanks to Torrevieja’s proximity to the sea and salt mines, helps keep the thyroid in good working order.
But that’s not all.
Sea air contains negative ions which, once in our bodies, act as antioxidants. They neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation, thus preventing respiratory illnesses such as asthma and certain allergies.
Fine weather is also an invitation to get active outdoors, whether for hiking, water sports or a stroll on the beach. And as we know only too well, physical activity is excellent for your health.
Of course, there are other advantages to living on the Costa Blanca and enjoying the sea air. We’ve listed just a few of them here.
7. Wide choice of luxury properties
On the Costa Blanca, the investment options are vast.
From seafront villas with breathtaking views foor example to the Penon d’Ifach, to luxury penthouse, fincas and houses with direct access to the beach, the choice is endless.
When it comes to real estate on the Costa Blanca, any dream can come true, as all types of luxury real estate ties are within easy reach.
If you know where to look, of course, because some treasures are very well hidden.
That’s why it’s a good idea to use a real estate agency specializing in off market properties.
Want to know more about Off Market real estate? We recommend this article on the subject: All about Off Market real estate: Definition, Advantages, Access
8. Financial investment
Buying a house in a region that makes you dream is all very well, but it obviously has to be a good financial investment.
Fortunately for you, the Costa Blanca is a great place to invest. But why? We’ll tell you right now.
Why invest in the Costa Blanca?
Tourist appeal: the Costa Blanca is well known to tourists, which is a great opportunity if you’re looking for a holiday rental. The advantage is that tourists are not only present during the summer season, but all year round, thanks to the region’s sunny climate.
Well-developed infrastructure: Potential buyers are looking for properties located in modern towns with a well-developed infrastructure. The Costa Blanca has numerous airports, freeways, schools and good access to medical services. By buying a property on the Costa Blanca, you considerably increase your chances of finding a buyer if you wish to sell in the future.
Several investment options: Prestigious villas, luxury penthouses, mansions… The choice of investment is wide and varied. On the Costa Blanca, you’ll find all kinds of properties to suit different needs and budgets.
Diverse buyer profiles: the Costa Blanca attracts not only tourists, but also for example retired people who want to enjoy the sun and the Spanish way of life. These are additional potential tenants or buyers.
9. Animal lovers
If you’re visiting the Costa Blanca for the first time, you may be surprised by the number of passers-by walking their dogs.
If you’re a pet owner yourself, you’ll be delighted to learn that dogs are accepted in many stores, can relax with their owners on café terraces and can play in many parks specially designed for them.
For Costa Blanca locals and Spaniards in general, dogs are considered real members of the family. And that’s always good to know, if you’re thinking of moving to the region with your four-legged best friend.
Conclusion
There’s no denying it, the Costa Blanca has a lot going for it. It’s a very accessible region, with sumptuous beaches, delicious local cuisine and a great way of life.
But it’s also a very good financial investment, since you can invest in a wide choice of luxury properties that you can resell in the future or rent out to the many foreign tourists.
Buying a home on the Costa Blanca means enjoying the present while investing in your future.
