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  1. History of Tourism in Benidorm

    The tourist image of Benidorm was presented to the world. The Festival contributed to the promotion of the town and the tourism brand "Benidorm" in all corners. History of Benidorm´s Song Festival. Julio Iglesias, the winner of 1968, was leading figure in 1969, 1973 and 1975. Manuel de la Calva and Ramón Arcusa, the Dynamic Duo, as well as ...

  2. Tracing the Path: The Fascinating History of Tourism in Benidorm

    The Rise of Mass Tourism. The 1950s marked a turning point in Benidorm's history, as it experienced an unprecedented boom in mass tourism. The construction of high-rise hotels and the development of modern infrastructure attracted sun-seeking vacationers from across Europe. Benidorm quickly gained a reputation as a budget-friendly destination ...

  3. Different stages of the history of Benidorm.-Visit Benidorm Official

    The precedents. It is a very long stage of Benidorm, but hardly known. It includes prehistoric, Iberian, Roman and Muslim cultures. The medieval Benidorm, founded in 1325. Remain just under two centuries and was a small town that was losing population until it lost its municipal autonomy, on that way, was integrated in Polop around 1502.

  4. History of Benidorm

    Benidorm is Costa Blanca's major tourist resort with the capacity to cope adequately with over 500,000 tourists over the peak-season period.. As for the history of Benidorm; at the Tossal de la Cala, in Poniente, the remains of an Iberian settlement provide evidence of an ancestral past linked with fishing in the town. A head of the Phoenecian goddess, Tanith, in the MARQ [Alicante's ...

  5. The History of Benidorm

    In 1993 the Benidorm town hall officially commemorated the first hundred years of tourism in the town. With the objective of putting a date to this landmark date, the authorities based it tracing back to a former tourist tradition: the old advert from the "Banos de la Virgen del Sufragio" (Virgin of Suffrage baths) published in 1893, showing the effectiveness of advertising which included one ...

  6. The History of Benidorm Click here for information

    THE HISTORY OF BENIDORM Benidorm grew around the rocky outcrop now known as El Castillo but it´s beginnings were hampered by raids ... the animals were placed next to the women and had to be bathed during the day before 18.00. ... The first tourist hostals were built on the Levante in 1925 which was the start of the holiday industry for the ...

  7. History of Tourism in Benidorm

    In 1993 the Benidorm town hall officially commemorated the first hundred years of tourism in the town. With the objective of putting a date to this landmark date, the authorities based it tracing back to a former tourist tradition: the old advert from the "Baños de la Virgen del Sufragio" (Virgin of Suffrage baths) published in 1893, showing the effectiveness of advertising which included one ...

  8. Benidorm History Facts and Timeline

    By the 1950s, the fishing industry was in decline, as was the case in much of coastal Spain. At this point in its history, Benidorm turned to tourism to invigorate its dying economy in 1952, opening up large pieces of land for development. By the 1960s, Benidorm was one of Europe's top beach destinations, a position that it continues to enjoy ...

  9. Benidorm History Timeline

    Benidorm, after London and Paris, is the third busiest tourist destination in Europe. Benidorm is known for its vibrant hotel industry, award winning breathtaking beaches, thriving nightlife and towering contemporary skyscrapers. ... Before Zaragoza channeled the resources of Benidorm, it was a mere coastal fishing village with wonderful ...

  10. Benidorm, or The Man who Bottled the Sun

    Benidorm would go on to become a synonym for mass tourism in Spain. Efe. Those were years when tourists were, quite literally, knocking on the doors of Benidorm. In the early 1950s there were barely a couple of hotels and the odd B&B in town. Visitors were desperately asking locals to rent them a room.

  11. Benidorm

    Benidorm (English: / ˈ b ɛ n ɪ d ɔːr m / BEN-id-orm, Valencian: [beniˈðɔɾm], Spanish: [beniˈðoɾ]) is a municipality in the province of Alicante, Valencian Community, on the Mediterranean coast of Spain.. Benidorm has been a tourist destination within Spain since 1925, when its port was extended and the first hotels were built, though it would not be until the 1950s that it became ...

  12. How Benidorm Became a Tourist Destination

    Today, Benidorm is a thriving, bustling tourist destination. Indeed, the sheer amount of tourists each year make it the third busiest destination in Europe. The only two which get more traffic are London and Paris. Benidorm holidays are known for providing incredible beaches, thriving nightlife and towering hotels, but it wasn't always this way.

  13. The Ultimate Benidorm Guide: A Historical and Contemporary ...

    Benidorm, one of Spain's most renowned tourist hubs, possesses a vibrant and diverse demographic tapestry. As of recent data, the city boasts a population nearing 70,450 residents.

  14. Tourism in Benidorm, over a hundred years of history

    The Festival of Benidorm, a tourist attraction in itself. Perhaps the most widespread song from the Benidorm Festival is the one of Julio Iglesias in 1968 when he won the competition with the song "La vida sigue igual", since Iglesias becomes the image of the Festival for the following years. The Spanish Song Festival started in 1959 based ...

  15. Tourism in Benidorm. What to see. Tourist information

    Benidorm offers a whole range of possibilities: from strolling along the seafront promenade or swimming in the sea, to enjoying a range of water sports or taking a boat trip to the island of Benidorm. …. Not to mention the various local festivities, and its mouth-watering cuisine featuring rice and fish as its star ingredients.

  16. 19 Amazing Things to Do in Benidorm, Spain (2024 Guide)

    Explore Benidorm's Old Town. Before skyscrapers came to Benidorm, it was actually a whitewashed fishing town, with immense amounts of old-world charm. ... This water theme park is a popular tourist destination and is perfect for those traveling with families. Filled with tons of swimming pools, water slides, and rides, it's easy to ...

  17. Benidorm warning as huge change in 2025 could lead to fines

    Last year, some 2,766,366 travellers descended on Benidorm, of whom over 800,000 were Brits. British holidaymakers have also warned about heading to the resort's beaches at night time, following a ...

  18. 15 Best Things to Do in Benidorm

    This is a slide where you can reach over 60mph (100kmph) before flying into a splash pool. Book your entry tickets here. Parasailing is one of the most popular things to do in Benidorm when you get tired of sitting in the sun and swimming in the sea. 13. Try All the Water Sports.

  19. The Benidorm Guide

    Benidorm tourist information and travel guide, with street maps and guides to the bars, hotels, restaurants, and other tourist attractions in the area. ... If however, you have visited Benidorm before, and feel that after already spending the last 5 hours or so either sitting in an airport departure lounge, or cramped Boeing 757, you now wish ...

  20. Cultural and Urban Tourism

    Many of the landmarks that can be seen walking through Benidorm have a historical and cultural component which we want to present for you in the 'Benidorm´s Cultural sights' section. If we also talk about Urban Tourism, we can not forget the Benidorm´s characteristic Skyline that is arguably the most recognised in Spain. We will tell you more ...

  21. Benidorm Tourist Information + Insiders Guide to Benidorm…

    Benidorm Tourist Offices (Oficina de Turismo) Should you need help when you are in Benidorm you can find four official tourist information offices at these addresses: Benidorm Tourist Information Office (Main Bus Station) Avenida Francisco Llorca Antón, 1. Est. Autobuses, 03501, Benidorm (Alicante - Alacant). Telephone: +34 966 831 648

  22. Benidorm and Beyond

    Designated by Spain as of National Tourist Interest, Callosa's Moors and Christian Festival has been on the march since 1860. ... Many workers travelled down from the Basque Country during the 1960s and 70s to work in the burgeoning Benidorm tourism sector⛱ ... Know before you go. View Events; Useful info. About Us; Get in touch; Advertise ...

  23. HOTEL CLIMIA BENIDORM PLAZA

    Now $158 (Was $̶2̶1̶0̶) on Tripadvisor: Hotel Climia Benidorm Plaza, Benidorm. See 1,527 traveler reviews, 878 candid photos, and great deals for Hotel Climia Benidorm Plaza, ranked #40 of 175 hotels in Benidorm and rated 4 of 5 at Tripadvisor.

  24. Visit Benidorm

    The zip line has a length of over 20 meters and is intended for an audience between 6 and 14 years old. Tourist information about the town beaches, entertainment, activities, accommodations, adventure tourism, golf tourism, and information on LGBT tourism and all you can find in Benidorm. Visit Benidorm Tourist Board Web.