Family road trips in Alicante province: plans for this summer
A well-planned family holiday is one of those experiences children never forget: the places, the activities, even the little mishaps along the way. They won’t remember the hours spent in the car or the planning time, but the quality time together and the sense of adventure will stay with them forever. Alicante province is the perfect setting for just such an experience. Family tourism is one of the pillars of the local economy, which makes it easy to find all kinds of facilities and child-friendly offers.
If this summer you want to enjoy a family road trip around Alicante province, here are some destinations you should add to your itinerary.
Unique experiences to spark the imagination
A sure-fire choice is theme parks, such as Aqua Natura or Terra Natura in Benidorm. The former is a water park with some animal-related activities and very much focused on children, as shown by its popular Mermaid School. The latter is a zoo with a strong focus on animal welfare and interactive experiences. We also highly recommend Dinopark in Algar and the Museum of Illusions in Alicante.
Naturally, one concern is where to stay with children. In Alicante you’ll find many family-oriented hotels and resorts with themed ideas, perfect for your family holiday on the road. The Hotel del Juguete in Ibi not only offers a range of themed rooms, entertainment services and excursions, but also provides parents with every comfort they might need, such as minibars, televisions, and a restaurant serving regional cuisine. The Magic Costa Blanca hotel chain also offers many family resorts, some of them with special themes.
The Castle of Santa Bárbara may sound like a classic choice, but the sheer scale of its architecture and the incredible setting make it a magical place for children, who will feel as if they’ve stepped into a film.
Nature and activities
If you’re taking a family road trip around Alicante province, it would be a real waste not to enjoy some of the small adventures on offer. For example, in Dénia you can spot dolphins in the wild. From the Marina El Portet, boats equipped with cameras and hydrophones set sail to allow you to see and hear these beautiful animals up close. Sometimes you might even spot a whale.
There are also treasure hunts. In El Campello, they are organised to help visitors discover the town and its history, while giving children the chance to take part in a pirate adventure leading to the Cova del Llop Marí. For the more active, there are sports-themed treasure hunts such as those at TirolinasGo Alicante Forestal Park, which include treetop walks and zip-lines up to 300 metres long.
Family road trips in Alicante province
To make the most of your holiday in the province and miss nothing, the best way is to travel with absolute freedom, at your own pace. With Lara Cars’ car hire service, you’ll enjoy all the benefits of having your own vehicle: fully comprehensive insurance with no excess, plus the option of adding baby seats or GPS. Our fleet includes vehicles with up to 6 or 9 seats, perfect for larger families. Collect your car directly from Alicante-Elche Airport and set off on an unforgettable family holiday.
