Alicante


THE CITY

Alicante is in the southern part of the Valencian Community and it is also a historic Mediterranean port. It is the second-largest Valencian city. Alicante is one of the most growing cities in Spain. The local economy is based on tourism in the beaches of the Costa Blanca coast and particularly the second residence construction boom which started in the late '90s. On a smaller scale, production also includes: agricultural products such as almonds, citrus, olives and wine production, services and administration. The city exports leather, textiles, and pottery. Turrones (torrons in Valencian) -a honey and almond nougat- is a food speciality of Jijona, close to Alicante, although alicantinos are especially proud of their paella, being "arros a banda" a local favourite, and seafood.


Alicante

HOW TO ARRIVE

Students can arrive to Alicante International Airport which has flights from many important cities in Europe. You can also fly to Madrid or Barcelona and then fly or take the train to Alicante.
Transfer: If you have requested and booked the transfer service from Alicante airport, look for a person with a sign with your name when exiting the terminal. Wait 30 minutes after expected arrival time of the flight if you do not find the person, then call the emergency number 686 243 432.


Arriving at Alicante Airport

You can reach your accommodation in Alicante:

  • By bus. The bus leaves from the Alicante Airport every 40 minutes (from 7:05 am to 23:10).
    The bus will take you to Plaza del Mar (last stop) and from there you can take a taxi to your accommodation.

  • By taxi. Taxis are located just outside the terminal. Under normal traffic conditions, it should take 20 to 30 minutes.

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