The Mediterranean town The Mirror recommends visiting in summer: "Golden beaches and turquoise waters"

It's well known that travelers from the United Kingdom account for the largest share of foreign tourists in Spain (almost a fifth of the total in 2024, according to data from the Ministry of Industry and Tourism), so it's common for British media outlets such as The Sun and The Mirror to recommend Spanish destinations to their readers , especially during the summer months. One of the latest coastal destinations to attract attention across the English Channel is Villajoyosa, in Alicante.

This Alicante town, recommended by The Mirror , is one of the busiest spots on the entire Costa Blanca during the summer season. In addition to beautiful beaches on the Mediterranean shores where you can relax, it also has picturesque enclaves in its town center and countless treasures that make it even more special. This town is undoubtedly one of the most incredible places in the Valencian Community, which is one of the most visited regions by the British.

Villajoyosa: much more than idyllic beaches

Located a short distance from another of the Costa Blanca's major tourist centers, Benidorm, the town of Villajoyosa is "one of Europe's best-kept secrets," according to the publication. This beautiful town in Alicante is characterized by its fine, golden sand beaches bathed by turquoise waters. Add to that the white cliffs that surround them, and the town becomes a true paradise.

On these almost idyllic beaches, you can also find beautiful colorful houses that transform the coastline into a picture-postcard setting. These brightly colored homes once belonged to fishermen, but today they have become a landmark in the town, which has much more to offer its visitors than just breathtaking beaches: the municipality offers a multitude of surprises that amaze tourists.

While its historic center boasts centuries-old wonders, such as its imposing Renaissance walls and the incredible 16th-century Church-Fortress of the Assumption , Villajoyosa boasts nearly a dozen watchtowers that protected the town from pirate attacks. Furthermore, scattered throughout the municipality are several Roman remains (such as the Allon thermal baths) that recall the historical importance of this sublime place.

Of course, it's important to keep in mind that not all of Vila's secrets lie on the surface. Beneath the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, you can discover one of Europe's great underwater wonders: the amazing Bou Ferrer shipwreck. At this archaeological site, you can see the remains of a Roman-era ship and the relics it carried. This seems unthinkable, but it's a reality in this amazing town on the Alicante coast.