Spain’s digital habits and constant flow of visitors make 2026 a strong year for anyone looking to earn extra income without building a full-time business. Coastal areas like Benidorm, Alicante and Altea follow predictable tourist cycles that create steady demand for small services, while larger cities offer a more stable,
After years of exploring Benidorm for our guides, whether we were mapping out the beaches for Discover Benidorm: Beaches & Day Trips or testing inland routes for our Road Trips Around Benidorm article, we’ve ended up driving just about everything. Tiny Fiat 500s, practical Opel Corsas, roomy Ford Transits… you
Benidorm has a way of drawing you in quickly. The beaches, the Old Town, the viewpoints and even the bus connections all sit so close together, you barely need a map after the first day. Every time we’ve stayed here, whether researching the Best Things to Do in Benidorm or
Benidorm makes it surprisingly easy to turn a simple beach holiday into a string of memorable day drives. We’ve spent the last years bouncing between coves, mountain roads and quiet coastal towns while researching our guides, from Discover Benidorm: Beaches & Day Trips to our overview of the Best Things
Benidorm remains one of Spain’s most consistently popular coastal cities, drawing visitors throughout the year with its long sandy beaches, compact layout and easy access to the surrounding mountains. Everything sits close together: the beaches, the Old Town, the nightlife areas and the inland viewpoints. You rarely need to plan
Benidorm wakes up in two distinct rhythms: the beachfront promenades catch the first sunlight with quiet café con leche service, while the streets near Levante Beach fill early with full English breakfast plates and take-away coffee queues. Whether you prefer Spanish classics like tostada con tomate, a late brunch after
Benidorm offers year-round camping infrastructure combined with Mediterranean beach access, a combination that remains relatively uncommon along Spain’s Costa Blanca. The city’s established campsites range from basic pitches to resort-style facilities, all accessible via direct bus connections from Alicante Airport. This guide examines six campsites based on their pools, connectivity,
Benidorm has moved well beyond its buffet reputation. The city’s dining scene splits into three distinct zones, each with its own character and price point. The Old Town clusters traditional tapas bars along narrow streets, the Levante seafront offers terrace dining with beach views, and Poniente specialises in rice dishes
Benidorm’s café scene has developed beyond the tourist-standard espresso machine tucked behind a hotel bar. The city now supports a small but credible selection of specialty coffee shops, brunch venues, and traditional Spanish chocolate houses spread across its three main zones. For visitors whose morning routine includes proper extraction technique
Benidorm’s hotels run from beachfront towers with rooftop pools to quiet hillside resorts surrounded by gardens. Picking the right area matters just as much as choosing the right hotel. The city breaks into three main zones: Lively Levante, relaxed Poniente, and the atmospheric Old Town between them. Each appealing to
