🇪🇸 How Could I Not Miss Alicante?

Flipping through my photos, I'm instantly transported back to this sun-drenched Spanish gem—a city that exceeds every expectation. From its palm-fringed promenades to its storybook castle, Alicante isn’t just a destination; it’s a vibe. 🌴 Iconic Sights That Stole My Heart 1️⃣ Santa Bárbara Castle (a.k.a. "Balalá Castle") 🏰 Perched on a hill, this 9th-century fortress offers 360° views of the Mediterranean. Sunset here? Pure magic. Free entry + hidden ramparts = endless exploration. 2️⃣ Explanada de España 🌴 A 6.5-million-mosaic wave-patterned walkway lined with towering palms. Perfect for: Morning coffee runs ☕ Evening paseos (strolls) with gelato 🍦 3️⃣ Mushroom Street (El Carrer dels Bolets) 🍄 Whimsical mushroom sculptures with silly faces—why so serious? 4️⃣ Playa del Postiguet 🌊 "Jelly-sea" waters so clear, you’ll question if filters exist IRL. 5️⃣ Hidden Florist Shops 💐 Random alleys bloom with peach-hued bougainvillea and tiny flower stalls. ✨ Why Alicante > Other Spanish Cities No crowds: Unlike Barcelona’s tourist chaos. Affordable: €3 tinto de verano > €15 cocktails in Ibiza. Walkability: Everything’s 20 mins apart—no transit stress! 🍽️ Foodie Flashbacks La Crispeta’s garlic shrimp 🍤 (still dream about it) 3am churros at Central Market after clubbing 🍫 💭 Nostalgia Hits Hardest At... That one bench on Paseo de Gómiz where I watched fishermen at dawn. The old man playing accordion near the port—did he ever sleep? #AlicanteLove #StudyAbroadMemories #SpainTravel