Hospes Amerigo hotel

The courtyard between the hotel restaurant and the hotel itself.
More photos can be viewed if you click on the link below.

http://www.epoquehotels.com/h.php/alicante-hotels/boutique-hotel/h/hospesamerigo/l/en

The tram in Alicante

This photo was taken inside the public tram transportation. Within 30-40 minutes, we travelled to other neaby beaches where there were less tourists. All the signs were in Spanish and we missed our stop because we assumed the tram would stop at each station, but it doesn't. It only stops if you press the stop request button which is the same button to open the tram doors. (a little too subtle) but we got to the beach no problem in the end.

"Paraguayos"- funny looking flat peaches

We found this at a local Supermacado (supermarket). We wanted to get some fruits to take with us to the beach and found these funny looking peaches next to the fuzzy peaches. It's called Paraguayos and they tastes similar to peaches but the flesh is white/yellowy instead of orange and they are delicious. In America, these are commonly called "donut" peaches.

Hospes Amerigo- famous buffet breakfast

We realised we were too amazed by the yummy buffet breakfast that we had forgotten to take photos of the buffet breakfast bar. But here is a photo of their tasty breakfast buffet. There are more photos of the hotel's interior on their website. Just click on the link below.

http://www.fuenso.com/index.php?seccio=hospes_descripcio&establiment=1&desti=1

local area alongside the beach

On weekdays, this area is full of retired folks who just come out and enjoy the sun with their grandchildren. On weekends, there are many hawkers who sell little tinkets and things. According to history books in the bookshop, this area existed since 1828 and it looks pretty much the same now as it did back then with wooden chairs freely set up for locals to sit around and enjoy the sun whilst chatting about current events. The beach closest to our hotel is just located behind the palm trees.

The Beach

We went to a nearby beach called El Campello. There were less tourists and the area is more residential and commercial which is very relaxing. We took the local tram which has very clean interiors and all cars have air conditioning. Here's Kevin putting on sunscreen before soaking up the sun.

Alicante, Spain June 2008

Kevin standing outside the Hotel "Hospes Amerigo" Truely an amazing experience. This hotel was rated one of the nicest hotels on TripAdvisor because of it's location and friendly staff. We most definitely would return whenever we visit Alicante again.