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The new Marina Baixa urban transport concession awarded by the Generalitat Valenciana improves the bus service between Vila Joiosa and the rest of the region's towns.
The new urban transport service in Marina Baixa has already started, which the Generalitat Valenciana has awarded to Avanza Movilidad Levante, the subsidiary in Alicante of the Avanza road passenger transport group.
This regional government concession improves the bus service that connects Benidorm with Alfàs del Pi, Altea, Beniardà, Benifat, Benimantel, Bolulla, Callosa d'En Sarrià, Confrides, Finestrat, Castell de Guadalest, La Nucia, Orxeta, Polop, Relleu, Sella, Tàrbena and Vila Joiosa, as well as some connections between these municipalities using 10 lines.
Vila Joiosa thus achieves more connections with the rest of the towns in the region and increases the frequency of the urban transport service between Vila Joiosa and Benidorm. The new route connects the city center, from the Parque de la Barbera stop, on Carrer Huit de Maig, to the Benidorm intermodal station, on Carrer de Francisco Llorca Antón, where you can access the tram metropolità d 'Alicante.
The bus service goes to the Hospital Comarcal Marina Baixa, La Cala and Carrer d'Esperanto stops in the centre of Benidorm, more frequently on both working days and public holidays. The bus service departs from La Barbera Park to Benidorm Intermodal Station from Monday to Saturday every 30 minutes from 7.30am to 1.30am. And transport services on Sundays and public holidays are from 8.30 in the morning until 10.30 in the evening.
This new public transport service offered by the Generalitat Valenciana will serve almost 200,000 people from 18 municipalities in the Marina Baixa. This measure is part of a shock plan to improve the passenger transport service, which was a vindication of a large part of the mayors of the Marina Baixa region.
The Costa Blanca is in full summer swing, with another busy week of sunshine, festivals, sporting events and family entertainment across Benidorm, Altea, Villajoyosa, Finestrat, La Nucía and L'Alfàs del Pi.
With schools now breaking up across Europe and visitor numbers increasing, beaches, attractions, markets and nightlife are all operating at peak season.
☀️ Benidorm
Beaches & Summer Fun
Benidorm's Blue Flag beaches continue to welcome thousands of visitors each day with full summer services.
Activities include:
New Attraction
Visitors can now take photos at Benidorm's brand-new giant seafront letters, created from 170kg of recycled fishing nets, located on the Tamarindos Promenade.
Costa Blanca Cup 2026
The international youth football tournament continues across Benidorm and the Marina Baixa, bringing together:
Entertainment & Nightlife
🌿 Albir & L'Alfàs del Pi
Award-Winning Nature
The Albir Lighthouse Trail, recently named Spain's Best Blue Trail 2026, remains one of the Costa Blanca's most popular walks.
Visitors can enjoy spectacular views across the Serra Gelada Natural Park.
Things To Do
🍫 Villajoyosa
Colourful Coastal Heritage
La Vila Joiosa continues to attract visitors with its colourful seafront and historic centre.
Popular attractions include:
🏟️ La Nucía
Sports & Family Activities
Family activities
Local summer cultural events and evening entertainment continue throughout the municipality.
🌅 Finestrat
Outdoor Adventures
The warm weather makes Finestrat one of the area's top destinations for outdoor activities.
🎭 Altea
Arts & Culture
New This Week
Altea has launched a special summer police operation, increasing patrols across beaches, the Old Town and tourist areas to help keep residents and visitors safe throughout the busy holiday season.
📅 Coming Up
Quick Summary
⚽ Costa Blanca Cup continues across the region
📸 New giant Benidorm letters now open on Tamarindos Promenade
🏖️ Beaches, water sports and boat trips in full swing
🌿 Albir Lighthouse Trail remains Spain's Best Blue Trail
🍫 Villajoyosa's heritage attractions continue to draw visitors
👮 Altea launches enhanced summer police patrols
🎶 Live music, nightlife and outdoor dining across the Costa Blanca
☀️ Peak summer holiday season is now underway
🌤️ Weather Outlook
Expect another week of hot, settled weather.
🌡️ Daytime temperatures: 30°C–34°C
🌙 Evening temperatures: 23°C–26°C
Perfect conditions for beach days, sightseeing, outdoor dining and evening entertainment. Remember to stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and avoid prolonged exposure during the hottest part of the afternoon.


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