The surroundings of Valencia are expansive. At the coastline, they stretch along the glorious Mediterranean from north to south. Head inland to see wide plains rise up to the mountainous inland plateau so typical to Spain.
Travel through magnificent surrounding countryside to discover countless high vistas. Impressive sights unfold before the eyes when driving, hiking or walking, with or without a four legged friend. Pretty towns and villages offer local eateries everywhere. Towards the south, white, cliff-hanging villages are a unique experience.
Back to the shores of the Mediterranean sea, cove after pretty cove intersperse with spectacular sand or shingle beaches. Where access to the water is possible, a cafe or tapas bar is not far away.
Some events pop up only to disappear. Some activities are small or unique. These occurrences are published in this source of possible surprise and discovery.
The term tapa originates from earlier times when a beer mat was placed on top of a drink with a small tasty morsel to chew on. Nowadays clientele have a wider variety of dishes and can take more time to eat.