Costa Blanca Travel Spots - Cabo Roig

The fabulous seaside resort of Cabo Roig sits on thean average temperature of approximately 20 degrees
Mediterranean coastline like a jewel in a crown.centigrade. There is very little rainfall in Cabo Roig and
Actually known as "the jewel of the Costa Blanca",what does fall occurs mostly during the winter months
Cabo Roig is best known for its fine sandy beaches,(mostly in November and February). For those who
its luxurious detached villas and its prestigious marina.don't like it too hot, May and October are perhaps the
Cabo Roig is possibly the finest resort along thismost pleasant months to visit, sun worshippers will hit
stretch of the Costa Blanca coastline and this fact isthe beaches of Cabo Roig in July and August and
reflected in the number of holidaymakers who visit and"bake" in temperatures that can reach 40 degrees
return year after year.centigrade.
One of the best known sights in Cabo Roig is the 16thAfter a day in the sun most visitors head for the
century watchtower around which Cabo Roig primarilybustling Cabo Roig strip with its ever increasing
grew. The watchtower was one of many built alongselection of bars and restaurants offering food, fun
this coast to look out for approaching Berber piratesand frolics to suit every taste. There are some
who frequently attacked villages along the coastline.excellent restaurants providing dishes from around the
The watchtower now looks down on the recentlyworld including Spanish, Italian, Indian, Chinese, Mexican,
renovated marina with its 200 plus moorings.Hungarian, German, English and Irish.
The beaches in and around Cabo Roig are very cleanThere is plenty to see and do in and around Cabo
and generally safe (perhaps with the exception of LaRoig, and having a rental car would be a great
Zenia beach which does have some dangerous springadvantage. For golfers there are 3 excellent golf
currents). The two main beaches of Cabo Roig arecourses within a 5 minute drive and other no more
Cala Capitan and Cala Caleta, both are well maintainedthan a half hour away. The go-karts at Punta Prima
and are extremely popular during the summer months.will be popular with the children and this is a great
Cala Caleta has a popular beach bar which is anplace to spend an hour or two, they offer cars for all
excellent place for a tapas snack and a cooling drink.age groups and abilities and even have some
There is a superb cliff walk from Cabo Roig beach tomini-carts and mini-quads for the young ones. Be sure
La Zenia beach and there are numerous secludedto take a trip into the local town of Torrevieja, the
coves where you can catch the sun with very littlebusy Friday market is huge and is well worth a visit.
company, even during the summer season. If youAll in all Cabo Roig is the perfect place to get away
prefer to catch something a little more exciting, thefrom the stresses and strains of everyday life, enjoy
fishing is also wonderful and the dorada in particularsome sunshine and re-charge your batteries.
give a fine fight on light gear. The water is crystal clearCabo Roig is located on the N-332 coastal road
and ideal for scuba diving, snorkeling and spear fishing.between Torrevieja and Campoamor and is readily
Sailing, wind surfing, jet skiing and boat-hire are otheraccessed from the AP-7 motorway (Dehesa de
popular activities available in the area.Campoamor exit or La Zenia exit), it is convenient for
Cabo Roig the whole of the Costa Blanca, enjoys aboth Alicante (45 minutes) and Murcia (20 minutes)
wonderful climate and it is claimed to be the mostairports.
temperate region in the whole of Spain. The areaThe writer Steve Locke lives on the Costa Blanca,
enjoys well over 300 days of sun each year and hasSpain.