These activities are aimed at lovers, hopeless romantics, anyone hoping to propose and people who just love spending time with their partner. Designed to melt your loved one’s heart, here are our 6 essential romantic plans in Alicante province
Sail to Tabarca
Just 22 km from the capital and a 30 minute boat trip from Santa Pola port, this ancient pirate hideout is one of the most romantic spots in Alicante. With barely 10 year-round inhabitants, it’s a peaceful and beautiful place to spend a few days with your partner. You can learn the fascinating history of this tiny island and visit the Governor’s House, the church of Sant Pere and the remains of the wall; excellent food and spectacular views help to create the perfect atmosphere.
Tabarca is ideal for a day trip because the first boats leave the mainland at around 10 am and return at roughly 6 pm. If you decide to spend the night on the island, you can also watch the sunset and admire the starry skies and calm of the night-time seas.
Enjoy a spa and treatments for two
Massages, hot stones, different temperature pools and even beauty treatments are a great way to leave behind all your work-related stress. A spa circuit followed by a delicious meal is bound to be a big hit. To enjoy a different experience, we recommend visiting the Asia Gardens Hotel & Thai Spa, an Asian paradise in the Mediterranean. It has Balinese beds next to the pool, tropical gardens, activities such as yoga and tai chi and the chance to unwind with a Thai massage by expert hands.
Relive your youth at a drive-in cinema in Alicante
Visiting a 1950s-style drive-in cinema is an unforgettable experience and the setting definitely works in love’s favour: cars lined up in rows, dimmed lights, drinks and snacks, and great outdoor movies. Perhaps an arm around your partner or a few kisses in front of the screen before the lights go down? An original and romantic night out that can’t be missed when you visit Alicante. Two of the best drive-in cinemas in town are El Sur and Drive In.
Visit the most romantic restaurants
Alicante has restaurants that will win your heart thanks to their delicious food and also because of their spectacular views and interiors where everything is planned down to the last detail. If you’d like to enjoy a romantic dinner in the heart of Alicante’s historical centre, we recommend visiting El Ático restaurant — the views from its terrace would make anyone fall in love. At night the terrace has dim lighting and atmospheric shadows, leaving the illuminated Castle of Santa Bárbara and delicious Mediterranean-style dishes to be the stars of the show.
Cala Bandida also serves Mediterranean food and this bohemian restaurant is located in Jávea port. Its dishes make perfect Instagram snaps and are an explosion of colours and flavours that match the restaurant’s decoration. Finally, Fresas y Chocolate (its sweet name, “Strawberries and Chocolate” leaves little to the imagination) is just moments away from Alicante Central Market. The suggestive, cosy atmosphere is ideal for an amorous evening. Make sure you don’t leave without trying the desserts and cocktails!
Discover wineries and go wine-tasting
Alicante is a land of vineyards with a long wine-producing tradition. Several wineries are spread across the province and they make a great day trip. Alternatively, you could make the most of your visit by staying overnight in the countryside and discovering some of the most beautiful villages in Alicante. You can also choose between different types of experiences such as guided tours through the vineyards and bodegas, blind wine-tasting and wine pairing with dishes that are typical to the local cuisine.
Discover wineries and go wine-tasting
Alicante is a land of vineyards with a long wine-producing tradition. Several wineries are spread across the province and they make a great day trip. Alternatively, you could make the most of your visit by staying overnight in the countryside and discovering some of the most beautiful villages in Alicante. You can also choose between different types of experiences such as guided tours through the vineyards and bodegas, blind wine-tasting and wine pairing with dishes that are typical to the local cuisine.
Boat trip on the Mediterranean Sea
The peaceful waters of the Mediterranean Sea are the perfect backdrop for a proposal or a celebration of your love. Sailboats, catamarans and even yachts can be hired for a couple of hours from any port on the Costa Blanca for an unforgettable afternoon with your partner. If you’d prefer an adventure, we recommend setting off on a kayak excursion to discover the loveliest coves and cliffs on Alicante’s coast. You can either go independently or with an expert guide who will show you the most spectacular and secret spots. Either way, watching the sunset from the sea is a magical experience.
