Coves, coast, and Costa Blanca charm
Javea, also known as Xàbia, is one of Costa Blanca’s prettiest seaside spots, with a coastline that knows exactly how to show off. Set between Valencia and Alicante, it mixes sandy beach days, hidden coves, marina strolls, and old-town charm with a backdrop of rugged cliffs and the Montgó Natural Park. It feels relaxed but never sleepy, making it a great choice if you like your holidays with a bit of beach, a bit of scenery, and plenty of places to eat.
The Arenal is the resort’s main sandy beach, lined with restaurants, bars, ice cream stops, and cafés, so it’s easy to spend the whole day there without moving too far from your sunbed. For something more dramatic, head to the coves around Granadella or Portitxol, where clear water, rocky scenery, and snorkelling spots bring the holiday postcard energy.
Away from the water, Javea’s old town adds a more traditional side, with narrow streets, stone buildings, local shops, and a market hall made for food lovers. Evenings can be kept simple: seafood by the marina, tapas in the old town, or drinks along the Arenal as the coastline turns golden.
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