Camping Jávea

Start your stay with a stroll to the centre of Xàbia – a 15-minute walk gets you to the centre of town where you can wander through the historic streets to see places like Parroquia de Sant Bertomeu and visit the Museu arqueològic i etnològic Soler Blasco before heading down to the long sandy beach for some sunbathing and a swim or paddle in the calm, shallow waters. A little further along the coast, Dénia (25 minutes’ drive) is mainly known as a ferry port for services to the Balearic Islands, but it’s also got a castle and an excellent market to visit. In between the two towns, there are several lovely walks to be done – around Cape San Antonio (15 minutes), through Montgó Natural Park (20 minutes to the visitor centre) and along the Cova Tallada trail. Look out for historic lighthouses and fortifications as you hike. For a different kind of day out, pack the kids into the car and head to Benidorm (50 minutes) where you’ll have a great choice of activities at places like Terra Mítica, Terra Natura and Aqualandia.