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With regularly appearing we give short stories about important, funny, interesting and inspiring information about the versatile life on our Costas.


Swede was at the cradle of Torrevieja tourism

author: Remco van Drie
Swede was at the cradle of Torrevieja tourism - Van Dam Estates

The Swedish globetrotter Nils Gabel was at the cradle of the flourishing tourism industry on the southern Costa Blanca. He put Torrevieja, and more specifically La Mata, on the map for Europeans who... Read more

Sand art on the costas

author: Remco van Drie
Sand art on the costas - Van Dam Estates

Beaches beckon for a variety of reasons. Sunbathe, swim, snorkel, water sports, volleyball, frisbee, read, hike, look for shells. The list is endless. For some, however, a sandy beach is first and... Read more

The colossal bull that came, saw, and conquered

author: Remco van Drie
The colossal bull that came, saw, and conquered - Van Dam Estates

Giant depictions of bulls along major roads may surprise and amaze newcomers to Spain. Those who are more familiar with Spain will no longer be surprised by the 14 meter high, completely black... Read more

On the road in Spain 4 The world wonder Alhambra

author: Remco van Drie
On the road in Spain 4 The world wonder Alhambra - Van Dam Estates

An officially recognized wonder of the world can be seen less than four hours' drive from Torrevieja. The Alhambra Palace complex is one of the Seven Wonders of the Muslim World. One poet... Read more

Ode to hardship in Los Alcázares

author: Remco van Drie
Ode to hardship in Los Alcázares - Van Dam Estates

The bronze figure at the entrance of the Las Penas Huertanas park in Los Alcázares looks proud and proud. Probably the artist who made the three-meter-high work of art intended it that way.... Read more

The history lesson from Cartagena's castle

author: Remco van Drie
The history lesson from Cartagena's castle - Van Dam Estates

The best starting point for a good introduction to Cartagena's rich history is a visit to the Conception Castle, which is located on the hill of the same name. There are two main reasons for... Read more

Walking and cycling routes in and around Santa Pola

author: Remco van Drie
Walking and cycling routes in and around Santa Pola - Van Dam Estates

Santa Pola prides itself on being a municipality where conditions are ideal for walkers and cyclists. About three quarters of the total territory is a protected area. This almost automatically means... Read more

Elche's garden inspired by the imperial palm

author: Remco van Drie
Elche's garden inspired by the imperial palm - Van Dam Estates

The Huerto del Cura, the most visited place in Elche, was created by a mix of coincidence and a love for nature. This garden owes its enormous popularity primarily to the presence of the majestic... Read more

Hollywood in the desert near Almería

author: Remco van Drie
Hollywood in the desert near Almería - Van Dam Estates

It has been around for a while, but in 2020, the Tabernas movie set finally got the recognition it deserved for so long. The European Film Academy declared the site in the desert, 30 kilometers north... Read more

Underground in ancient Orihuela

author: Remco van Drie
Underground in ancient Orihuela - Van Dam Estates

The Museum of the Wall allows visitors a glimpse of Orihuela as it was around AD 1,300. To gain that insight, those interested must go underground. This possibility exists because archaeological... Read more