The Christmas holidays are all about children. They are the stars of these days and that is why the cities of the Costa Blanca offer many activities for the kids.

In Valencia the little ones are able to enjoy these holidays in the fair expojove, from December 26th through January 4th while in Alicante all kids will enjoy exponadal which extends until the 7th of January.

These fairs hold a vast number of activities such as sporting events, face painting, arts and crafts, jumping and movies as well as all the fun a fair has to offer.

Moms and Dads will also get a kick out of all the activities and games they could play along with their children. Happy Days.

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Don´t forget the date, January 5th 2006 is the three Kings parade from 17:00 to 20:00 hours in Alicante. This is a tradition in my family, every year we dress up the kids in warm clothes and get together with dozens of other families and go see the Three Kings bring us their blessings.

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Many merchants are reducing their prices on some merchandise to attract those customers still in search of those last minute Christmas gifts. This due in part to slow sales so far this year and to preview the sales of the coming months. In Spain, January and July are the official sale months, the so called “rebajas” during the year but merchants can lover prices and offer sales all through the year as long as it is not below cost. Take advantage and finish that last minute shopping.

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This Sunday is Christmas Eve and like all good Spaniards we want to eat a luxurious meal, but as it is every year the price of certain food products sky rocket come the season and are sometimes unreachable. Such is the case with the delicious red shrimp of Denia, these little pricey delicacy are at 209 euros per kilo and rising.

So if we want to enjoy that classy meal, we either have to pay up or try something a little less pricey and start saving up for next year.

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The MUBAG, Museum of fine Arts in Alicante opens a new exhibition of 61 paintings from the Museo del Prado which include works from Velázquez, Goya, Murillo and El Greco .

The president of the province, José Joaquín Ripoll assures that the Prado in one of the most important museums of the world and now it is at the disposition of all Alicantinos.  

From now until the 18th of February we could enjoy these master pieces which are sure to be representations of Spain.

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If you want to start practicing your dance steps to show off this holiday season the time is now and the place is Capitan Haddok, a bar in the port of Alicante that offers classes taught by Marilyn a professional Cuban dancer.

You will learn how to do the Salsa, Merengue, Cha cha cha, mambo and many more. Get your Latin grove on and dance the night away. Move your soul this holiday season.

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The holidays are great but they could also cause a lot of stress. Gifts to buy, dinners to prepare, lunches to attend to, Christmas cards, parties etc.. Many people this time a year need to get away and relax a bit. A great weekend getaway is something anyone could use.

There is this great little hotel called Montiboli is villajoyosa that is just the place you need to get away. Great views, a great Spa, three restaurants and all the peace you need for a weekend of holiday de stress..

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 The Bar-Restaurant OLIVERS in collaboration with the con la  Naturista Osiris association will offer all those naturist out there a nudist space once a month. This will include a solarium, hidromassage, massages, activities, contests and many other things.

The international menu and the entertainment center is all that is needed here. With a wardrobe service, towel rental and free access to the Jacuzzi as well as massages per demand. Nudity on all premises is a requirement, so if you are ready to start the new year in a new way call now and make a reservation. 

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It´s time to make your holiday dinner reservations and you better hurry! This is the busiest time of year for hotels and restaurants with many people holding their holiday celebrations together with friends and family are booked!

 This year I was left in charge of organizing the Christmas dinner my friends and I hold every holiday season to celebrate the past and welcome in the new year. Well, let me tell you, it was not as easy as it sounds.. After calling a dozen places, I was finally able to reserve at an Italian restaurant (I had to beg and plead a little).

So pick up the phone and start calling, there is still a chance you will be able to get a table at your favorite restaurant.

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One of my favorite movies ever is “Like Water for Chocolate“, an ultra romantic film about the passion of love and food.  If you have never seen this film and you are a romantic or film lover, I highly recommended. The novel is a beautiful piece as well and now there is a theater version.

December 14th through January 7th 2007 you can see the play directed by Garbi Losada in the Musical Theater of Valencia. A great holiday gift idea for your loved one.

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