Lloyds Beach Club

Fiesta

by barbskie

Three days religious festival for the Patron Saint of the Sea, La Virgen del Carmen, from the 14th of July up to the 16th. The celebrations starts with mass and the procession, in which the image of the Virgin is passed through the maritime neighborhoods or is later embarked at ports where people sail with her followed by many boats. This is procession is filled with emotion whereby people offer flowers, throw laurel in the water to remember the ones killed in the sea and sing the salve marinera. Other than these, there are more festive activities in town like regattas, musical performances and fireworks .

The S-61 Delfin Submarine

by barbskie

A "living museum" and a permanent exhibition. A first-rate tourist and cultural attraction for Torrevieja situated in the fishing wharf dock.
S-61 Delfin was retired from the active service among the Army ships after 29 years of uninterrupted service at sea. The Ministry of Defense and the Torrevieja council signed on an agreement to hand over this submarine to the city. The first time that the Spanish Army handed over one of its ships to a Spanish council. Torrevieja is considered as the first municipality who become an Army ship.
For those who are interested to view inside this fleet: Be there earlier to avoid long waitings. Sometimes there is a long queing. As we were there last June, there are two friendly guides who speaks English and German. Attention, cams are not allowed inside and ladies has to leave their handbags outside. We were thrilled during the 20 minutes tour but for Claustrophobias not a good thing! The entry is free but any donation is welcome.
Opening hours
Sat,Sun, Holidays:12.00-17.00. Extended hours in Summer(17.00-20.00

torrevieja

by doug48

"torrevieja"

torrevieja, (old tower) is a beach resort town located on the costa blanca about 45 miles south of alicante. historically it is famous for it's production of sea salt which has been an important export since roman times. the main reason to visit is for sport fishing and it's beautiful beaches. this sleepy fishing town was transformed in the 1980's by an influx of northern europeans buying second homes in this area. as a result, torrevieja hosts numerous restaurants and bars offering varied cuisines. a very nice place to stop in southern valencia province.

Torrevieja

by clivem

"Beaches"

There are many good beaches in and around Torrevieja. The one in the picture is Playa Los Naufragos which is near the town centre.
Other excellent beaches are La Mata, which is just outside town on the road to Alicante; Playa La Flamenca and Cabo Roig which are to the south of the town.