If you’re seeking a typically Spanish town with all the ingredients for the perfect summer escape – holidays in Moraira have it all. You’ll find the main hub of this tranquil town in the atmospheric cobbled square, which is lined with shops, restaurants and bars. Moraira is blessed with a wide selection of stylish cafes within its pleasant streets notably “Deli” on Calle Calatyud which serves up an interesting selection of home cooked dishes including inventive salads and local favorites. For more authentic Spanish fare try the shaded Las Gaviotas in the main square which lies in the shadow of the town’s church.

The main fish restaurants are located on the front overlooking the small port and fish market (La Lonja) where fish auctions take place every morning at 10am except Sundays. Well worth seeing. Fanning out from here are pretty whitewashed houses and if you keep on going towards the turquoise-blue seas that are framed by dazzling-white cliffs, you’ll come across the gleaming marina and smart new waterfront.

Tucking into a slap up meal at one of the enticing eateries here and watching the boats sailing in is a popular pastime here. Of course, you might simply want to spend summer holidays in Moraira on the cashmere-soft sands. And many of the captivating coves scalloped along the coastline here are Blue Flag beaches, to boot.

Wedged between forest-clad hills and Blue Flag beaches, this welcoming, picture-postcard resort is friendly, fun and made for a family sun-and-sand holiday.

Yet beneath this spruced-up exterior, Moraira remains traditionally Spanish, with a romantic, central cobbled square and pace of life that’s still distinctly unrushed. Here, sitting at an outdoor cafe, it won’t take long to shrug off those 21st century stresses and let the Spanish way take over.

If you need something to help you along, grab your swimming togs and park yourself on one of the town’s four appealing sandy beaches. Just a few minutes´ lounging and swimming at these Blue Flag beauty spots are sure to get you in a full-on, holiday frame of mind. When you’re had your fill, stroll along the seafront to see the golden-stone watchtower overlooking the waves. Built in the 18th century, it’s a fascinating reminder of when the area was targeted by marauding Barbary pirates.

Luckily, the pirate ships are now replaced by sleek yachts and boat trips ferrying holidaymakers to local resorts – Calpe or Alicante anyone? Talking of days out, there’s much to entice you away from Moraira. Travel to the cliff top fortress of Guadalest, play golf or hotfoot it to nearby Vergel Safari Park. Alternatively, drive into the pine forests framing the town and feel your heart life as you enjoy the wonderful views. Back at base, feat on the day’s catch at a harbour side fish restaurant and finish with a nightcap overlooking the beach, the whispering waves providing your own private holiday.

Author: Sachin