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Published: July 23rd 2016
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Arrival Spain.
Di and Lilly happy to arrive to Sunshine and Beaches. Sunshine, swimming pool, warm but refreshing sea. lots of sand, heaps to do, and yes, there is a lot of shopping opportunities from Malls, Markets and street shops. So every one is happy and the kids have an opportunity to show of their swimming skills. We have ventured out most days for a look around, along with visiting different beaches and attractions. A lot of these we visit every year we come to Alicante. Not far away is Eiche, a very old town which has a long history from long before the Romans, old sites to visit, and some great shopping. Also some neat fountains and water displays which are enjoyed by the girls. There are lots of fun parks with rides and games for the entertainment of kids. {Oh, and parents of course}. Never a dull moment.
We always visit the Rio Safari Game Park, which we first visited about 8 years ago. Every year we see improvements to this park and now we think that it is diffinently worth the visit. This is were last year Diane meet with the giraffe that knocked her down,{this story published July 19th 2015} so needless to say, Di didn't go to
First Things First.
Lets eat. Hege and I wait for dinner on the roof top terrace. close this time. Hege and Lilly swam with the Sea Lions again and that is always a good show. It is very hot while walking around this park so lots of water is essential.
An hours drive from where we stay is a place called El Castell de Guadalest, up in the hills and mountains inland from Benidorm. An interesting drive in and heaps of history here coupled with spectacular and dramatic scenery. A good walk takes you up to the old villa's and views of the volcanic area with some lakes. Also takes you up to the Castle of San Jose.
We only have a couple more days to go until we head for Uk and leave the kids after spending so long with them. Fortunately it is not going to be a year before we see them this time as Chris will be out in late September to join me for a weeks fishing in Turangi, and then Amy, Jeremy, Holly and Ella will be traveling with Di and I to Bergen for Christmas. Great excitement for the 4 cousins and perhaps there may be a little snow involved. Pip/Rod
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The joys of Spain
That looks wonderful.