Enjoy Christmas in the sun with a Christmas trip to Benidorm

Why should I visit Benidorm at Christmas time?

Benidorm has long been known as a favourite destination for Brits abroad - and it offers a warm welcome at any time of year. The first reason why people continue to flock to Benidorm at Christmas time is the weather. It's mild and sunny, so you can enjoy a post-turkey walk on the beach - what could be better? You'll also find plenty of Christmas cheer. Benidorm boasts a lovely Christmas market, where you can pick up a mixture of fun decorations, traditional Spanish nativity figures, and handicrafts. The town centre is beautifully decorated with Christmas lights - and Benidorm is walkable enough for you to wander around one evening and take them all in, before slipping into a bar for a cheeky caña or two and a plate of patatas bravas! Look for holiday lettings in Benidorm in the centre of town to make the most of your Christmas in Benidorm.

What Christmas traditions can I discover in Benidorm?

One of the most popular Spanish Christmas traditions focuses on the belén, or nativity scene. Even in the 21st century, these traditional Biblical images can be seen all over town, in shop windows or in street displays. In Benidorm at Christmas time, you'll find the most impressive belén in the town hall; elsewhere in the city, there are dozens more. Some are ultra-traditional, while others are fresh, modern takes on the classic scene. Look out for belenes made using unusual materials like lego or playmobil! Most Spanish people have their main Christmas meal on Christmas Eve, or Nochebuena. Before heading home to dine with their family, some locals even stop for a drink and a couple of tapas in bars in the centre of Benidorm. Join them and soak up some of the lively festive atmosphere.