| The city of Torrevieja in Spain is located about | | | | industries in the area. |
| half way between Alicante and Cartagena. It | | | | The natural salt production in the area has other |
| belongs to the in the Providence of Alicante. The | | | | benefits for visitors. The Natural Park of the |
| name Torrevieja means old town in English. It | | | | Lagoons of the Mata offers salt baths. These are |
| offers plenty to do for everyone, singles, couples | | | | relaxing and have health benefits as well. The |
| and families with small children. | | | | baths are great for illnesses, such as arthritis and |
| The weather in Torrevieja is hot in the summer | | | | various skin conditions. The park also has plentiful |
| and mild in the winter. The beautiful summer | | | | fauna and a variety of exotic birds. |
| weather makes this area one of the most popular | | | | Torrevieja has one of the largest open air |
| summer vacation spots along the Costa Blanca. | | | | markets in Spain. This market is located near the |
| The city is a popular destination for British, | | | | bus station. It offers fresh fruits and vegetables |
| German and Scandinavian tourists as well as | | | | every Friday. There is also a craft market, which |
| visitors from other areas of Spain. | | | | may be of interest. The craft market is located |
| Travelling to the spanish Costa Blanca | | | | close to the harbour. Vendors offer jewellery, |
| Alicante airport is the closest for travelling to | | | | carvings and leather goods. |
| Torrevieja. The airport has several large and small | | | | Golf enthusiasts will enjoy playing in Torrevieja. |
| carriers that offer a variety of flight options, both | | | | There are many golf courses in the area, such as |
| within Spain and internationally. Prices for tickets | | | | the Torrevieja Golf Club. Green fees range from |
| vary according to the season. A few discount | | | | thirty five to eighty Euros. The price you will pay |
| airlines fly into this airport, offering great deals on | | | | depends upon the course you play and the time |
| flights. | | | | of year. |
| Once you arrive at the airport, you have several | | | | Music lovers will find plenty to enjoy in the city. |
| options for travelling to the city. Buses run on | | | | An international music festival is held in the city |
| fairly regular schedules. Taxis are available to the | | | | every year, in late July to early August. The |
| city. If you prefer not to use public transportation | | | | Habanera Festival features choral groups from all |
| or want the freedom to travel throughout the | | | | over. Music is common in clubs, bars and |
| area, you may want to consider a car rental. Car | | | | restaurants. |
| hire companies are plentiful and most will pick you | | | | There are many choices for fun, if you are |
| up at the airport. | | | | travelling with children. The Aquopolis Water Park |
| Things to do around the area | | | | offers rapids, a wave pool, slides, a swimming |
| This area of Spain is known for salt production. | | | | pool and baby pool for fun in the water. There |
| There are two huge salt lakes around Torrevieja. | | | | are water activities for all ages, from infants |
| These lakes produce about a half a million tons of | | | | through adults. The park also has mini golf and |
| salt per year. Salt, fishing and tourism are the | | | | restaurants. You can enjoy lunch in the restaurant |
| major industries in the area. The Museum of Sea | | | | or bring along a picnic lunch. |
| and Salt offers a look at the history of the major | | | | |