Aug 18, 2021 | Activities/Services, Benitachell, Cumbre del Sol
The benevolent climate at Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol, means that summers are longer and we can enjoy fantastic weather throughout September in this corner of the Costa Blanca. If you’re on holiday this month and you have a big family, we tell you how you can make the most of your free time, and make sure that the littlest members will have a very special holiday.
The area surrounding Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol is ideal for family fun. We are surrounded by towns and villages that are well established tourist resorts with plenty of cultural activities on offer. We also have amusement parks and water parks close by, a perfect option for children and grownups alike. Want to learn more about what’s on offer? Keep listening!
The great weather means that you can continue to enjoy the beach, the pool and why not water parks as well? They combine water and fun, words that define this time of the year. They can provide more than one memorable day out for children. Benidorm, as the capital of the Costa Blanca is host to most of the water parks. Less than an hour away from Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol, you’ll find Aqualandia, Mundomar and Magic Robin Hood.
Chutes and slides and other water rides are the main attractions of these parks but that is not all that’s on offer. You can also relax in more tranquil water facilities where visitors can chill out. Aqua Natura is one such place. As well as being entertaining, this Benidorm park also has an educational component. For example, you can get to know the sea lions and learn about conservation of the environment. It is a good way of teaching children how to love animals and nature.
As well as Aqua Natura, another venue that focuses on fauna and flora is Terra Natura. This is a zoo and theme park. Here children can meet their favourite animals up close. The perfect day out? What about making the most of their proximity with a family outing, taking in both places on the same day.
If you’re seeking more adrenaline in your activities on the Costa Blanca you won’t have to go far. Terra Mítica is the most famous amusement park in the Comunidad Valenciana. Arranged into representations of ancient civilisations, it evokes different periods in history, which is also a useful learning opportunity for kids.
Much closer to Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol, just 15 minutes away by car, is Family Park (Moraira). As the name indicates, it’s a very interesting place to spend a day out on the Costa Blanca with the family. There are seaside activities to be enjoyed for everyone and every age group.
However, aside from parks, at the Resort you can also go horse riding at Cañada del Sol riding stables, play paddle and tennis in the sports zone with trainers and coaches available if you are a beginner, or need to improve your stroke. And if you love the sea at Glamping Dreamsea, there are plenty of activities for all the family, including SUP paddle boarding, kayaking, etc.
Finally, for culture lovers, at Poble Nou de Benitatxell, where you’ll find Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol, an event known as “Agost a la fresca” is held every summer. This is an open air cinema festival. Young and old alike will be glued to the screen as they are gently wafted by the warm Mediterranean breeze.
Armed with our list of activities, you and the family will have plenty to do, right up to the last moments of summer. What’s your favourite choice?
Jul 29, 2021 | Activities/Services, County, Events, Something special
Who said Wednesdays were boring? Every Wednesday has its charms but especially now in summer, they’re the best. And here’s why!
At Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol we are fortunate in being surrounded by nature, the sea and some incredible towns and villages. Towns blessed with history, culture and traditions, and of course, great cuisine. A cuisine which at Marina Alta, stands out with its spectacular vineyards, renowned for their quantity, quality and beauty.
At VAPF we have always supported cultural events in the vicinity of Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol. And your stay there can be full of variety with some wide ranging activities. With that in mind, this summer we present Melicatesen. We are sponsoring this event, to be held every Wednesday throughout July and August, and its basic premise is simply, wine and music. Sounds good, right?
As well as helping to promote the vineyards and wineries in the area and supporting oenology and wine production, clients will also be able to enjoy a pleasant evening of musical entertainment. The scenario varies from week to week as do the musicians. Here is some more information about these Wednesday events which could well become a top date in your weekday schedule.
This month, Melicatesen continues its route and so, on 4 August this week, we’ll be making a detour to the M de Alejandría winery. The guided visit in Teulada can be followed in Spanish, English and French. This winery grows the Muscat of Alexandria grape which is from Africa. And the fact is there is no better place than the Mediterranean for cultivating that characteristic sweet fruity taste.
Following the visit, and during the ensuing tapas and wine tasting, the the strings of classical guitar will provide the soundtrack for a truly memorable evening. Carlos Gardel tangos, or music by composers such as Francisco Tárrega, Fernando Sor, Falla and Albéniz are just some of the melodies in the repertoire of classical guitarist Miquel Pérez Perelló.
We had no idea that music could marry quite so well with wine, but you can try it for yourself this summer in Melicatesen. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to make sure you don’t miss any of our news or events.
Jul 21, 2021 | Activities/Services, Cumbre del Sol
Although Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol is designed as a residential resort for living all year round, summer is the high point of the year. Established residents and newcomers alike arrive at this time of year seeking a great climate, sunshine and sand. And Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol has all this and much, much more. All the services and amenities you need are at hand.
The most basic of life’s necessities, food, health and personal care are all covered thanks to the shopping centre Las Adelfas. With a large supermarket, covering a surface area of 1200m2, it has a wide range of fresh produce, and stocks both national and international products, open from Monday to Saturday all week. The mall also boasts a medical clinic, a pharmacy, a beauty clinic and companies offering maintenance and rental services for the residential homes.
Gastronomic tastes are amply catered for with several bars and restaurants in Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol. There are up to six options to choose from where you can have a great time out as you savour the best of the Costa Blanca’s traditional cusine. For example, if you prefer a family atmosphere, try Restaurante La Cumbre, you’ll love it. For a full dining experience, the Hipica Cañada del Sol is your best choice. However, if you’re looking for a menu with plenty of variety, try a meal at Acantilados del Sol.
And if we’re talking about basic services, you will also have your children’s education ensured. The international college The Lady Elizabeth School is a private educational centre where the teaching is all in English, all year round. And VAPF has signed a collaboration agreement with VAPF offering discounts to new-build homebuyers whose children will be attending the Lady Elizabeth School.
Entertainment and leisure at Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol naturally includes sport. With the sports facilities continuously developing and improving, there is many sporting activities available all year round. One of the most striking of these is the riding school. The Hipica Cañada del Sol offers a number of local horse-riding excursions all year round, including a visit to the Granadella Natural Park. And on top of all that, there are plenty of other horsy activities such as riding lessons, livery services and a children’s farm.
With the sea just a few metres away, diving in the waters near Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol is one of the most popular activities in the area thanks to the quality of the water and the marine depths. Moraig beach is an example, and there you will find the “Cova dels Arcs” a cave where the subterranean Riu Blanc river flows into the sea.
And finally, there’s paddle, the sport that has really created a community at Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol. Our paddle courts are famous in the area and host tournaments all the time. The next one will be held from 5 to 8 August. With women’s, men’s and mixed doubles, it costs just 20€ to take part.
At Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol you won’t have time to be bored. In fact, you can indulge all your gastronomic, sporting or social tendencies without even having to leave our facilities. We’re here waiting for you!
Jul 16, 2021 | Activities/Services
In this blog we often refer to the extensive and varied range of cultural activities in and around Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol. The cultural activities on offer increase exponentially during the summer months, making the most of the extra hours of light, the warm temperatures and the greater influx of tourists and residents.
And this summer is no exception. Poble Nou de Benitatxell, the location of Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol, hosts a number of different cultural activities all summer. Following the fiestas honouring Saint Mary Magdalene at the end of July, August brings further events. On 5, 12 and 19 August you can enjoy the dramatised routes in the local Municipal Market.
If you are looking for something a little bit different, every Friday you can attend the “Moscatell Fridays“. This entails a visit the Muscat grape vineyards where you will discover how wine is produced at first hand.
Xabia is just a few kilometres from Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol and its festivals are back this summer. Entry is free, although you will need to book first, and you can rest assured that all the health and safety measures for the pandemic are in place. For music lovers, Xàbia Jazz is back again this year. The music of Juan Perro and La SedaJazz Big Band with Sole Giménez will fill the plaza de la Constitución with sound on 8 and 9 August.
Film buffs will also be catered for with festivals in Xàbia this year. On 10 and 11 September the 10th edition of the Riurau Film Festival will be held, featuring commercial cinema. And Ojos Rojos is a further image related event to be held as the summer winds to a close. This Spanish and Latin American Photography Festival will be held from 17 September to 17 October with an exhibition of snapshots taken by renowned photographers.
In nearby Benissa, the summer events programme also includes sport. Yoga classes will be available almost daily throughout August. But there is always to time to fit in some cinema and a music concert or event.
Benissa also highlights gastronomy this summer with Food Trucks which will be at la Fustera beach from 5 to 8 August. Historical and cultural matters are also to the fore, with guided visits highlighting the medieval charms of the town.
And finally, Altea which, thanks to the beauty of the area and its cultural activities is another dream destination. “Música a boqueta nit” is one of a series of concerts that the town is hosting this summer. Pete Lala (9 August), Inma Mira and Julio Awad (13 August) and Nhamirre Project (26 August) are some of the events planned for this month. If you’d prefer to stroll around and see an exhibition though, there are currently three on show in the town. Arts and crafts, Altea’s maritime history, and Balconades. This last is a traditional event where paintings by well-known or amateur artists are exhibited on the balconies of the houses in Altea’s historic centre.
This summer visit the Costa Blanca and enjoy its wide range of cultural activities.
Jul 8, 2021 | Activities/Services, Cumbre del Sol
New technologies, the frenetic way of life and constant sense of immediacy have brought changes to our lifestyle. It has become a routine from which the only escape is your holidays and sometimes these can actually be a bit of a disappointment.
However, in contrast to this way of life there is a movement afoot which seeks to reverse this frantic life style, adapting instead to a gentler, more restful way of life. The slow movement arose in the nineteen eighties in the food sector, but today it has come to encompass every aspect of life. So what is the main aim? Slowing down the pace of life, and in doing so, reducing stress and everything that goes with it.
And the fact is that a frenetic lifestyle not only deprives you of your spare time and experiences but it can also be bad for your health. So here at VAPF we are promoting the slow lifestyle and in this blog post we will tell you why Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol is the ideal place for making this happen.
The thinking behind slow life is that we should learn to enjoy life. And at Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol, that lesson is pretty easy to learn. Focusing on the present is one of the keys to enjoying life in the here and now. Yoga and mindfulness are two disciplines which, among others, encourage this idea of being in the moment and putting aside thoughts of the past or the future. How about trying it? Yoga on the beach is an extraordinary experience and it is a help when you want to try living the slow life At Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol, yoga is a very popular pastime.
Closely linked to this process is the opportunity to live close to nature. There is no question that our residents live in close proximity to mountains, forests, sea, in a natural paradise. Set in the heart of the Costa Blanca, Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol is bordered by the Granadella Natural Park. The local flora includes some real treasures such as a micro orchid reserve, or the fern species Asplenium Marino, which is unique to the region. The local fauna further enhance the connection with nature, as sea birds and raptors abound, along with small mammals like wild boar and foxes.
In terms of personal relations, the slow life movement inspires and encourages a connection with the local community. At Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol, we do our best to create good relations between neighbours through community events and activities. An example of this sense of community can be found in our paddle tournaments which create new friendships and sporting links.
Food is another factor to consider when you are moving towards a slow life style. It advocates local products, retail outlets and healthy restaurants and bars and Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol fulfils all these requirements, as local shops are family run, selling regional products and serving traditional Costa Blanca specialities.
And, finally disconnecting and silence are crucial tenets of the slow life philosophy. Our villas and apartments are designed for a tranquil, autonomous and independent lifestyle. The home interiors inspire creativity and a feeling of intimacy in our residents. The external features of the homes, often including an infinity pool and extensive chill out areas, provide a connection with nature and help to disconnect from a saturated world.
If you are thinking of changing your lifestyle and leaving behind all your accumulated stress, Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol is the place you’re looking for. We’re here waiting for you!
Jun 21, 2021 | Activities/Services
There are around 250 kilometres of coastline joining the Mediterranean Sea to the land in what is known to us all as the Costa Blanca. A unique location, famous for the hours of sunshine enjoyed all year round. And in this unique setting you will find Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol, a place that, aside from the waves lapping its shores, is surrounded by towns with a wealth of cultural, historic, and gastronomic charms, with plenty of leisure activities as well. The fact is that, in summer, the sea features prominently when it comes to making plans with friends and family. We suggest a few options here to get you started!
And right there in Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol you have so many water sports on offer that you won’t want to be out of the sea all summer. We are talking about Dreamsea Mediterranean Camp, a place to discover and develop new passions. Have you ever heard of Stand up paddle? This activity lets you paddle off on a surfboard to discover some delightful little Costa Blanca hideaways.
More traditional pastimes include kayaking or snorkelling, activities that Dreamsea Mediterranean Camp also provides, designed to make your summer with us full of new experiences and comforts. We also offer Glamping services. Does that ring a bell? It is a combination of “glamorous and camping” So you can enjoy the very best of nature without sacrificing comfort!
But as we mentioned, aside from Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol, there are plenty more water sports to enjoy! The fact is that if you have always been a fan of films with a seagoing setting, at Moraira some great adventures await. The port has a long list of options for boat rentals and you can choose the one that best suits your style, and spend a lovely day at sea. Plan your route and then pay a visit to this Alicante port. You won’t be disappointed!
If you are more of an adrenaline junkie, there is one activity that will definitely ensure that the freedom of the sea gets right under your skin. Riding the waves has never been easier than with a jet ski. And just a few steps away from Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol you have the best scenario for a trip out to sea. Both Denia and Jávea have an enormous range of options for practising this aquatic sport. One way of discovering the Mediterranean Sea at top speed!
And under the waves you can dive into the sea depths, with the sea bed unquestionably one of the main tourist attractions on the Costa Blanca. In Javea, scuba diving is their daily bread. Because the subterranean waters here are unique throughout Spain. Why should that be? We would like you to discover that for yourself when you dive down to explore the flora and fauna of the seabed.
High on the list of places for scuba diving on the Costa Blance is the famous Cova dels Arcs. This cave has galleries and passageways along with a subterranean river which can be explored by more experienced divers. Apparently, this cave was submerged some 6,000 years ago when the sea level rose. It is a real historical treasure and an amazingly beautiful discovery for lovers of scuba diving.
As you can see, Residential Resort Cumbre del Sol has infinite number of leisure activities for you to enjoy. But we know that the sea and the water is the biggest attraction in summer and so we hope that we have helped with this round up of activities and places for you to discover in the Costa Blanca where water, and more water! is never in short supply!
