When we think of the best destinations to travel at Christmas, we usually imagine winter markets, hot chocolate, and snow. But what if this year you swap the extreme cold for a mild winter, the Mediterranean Sea, golden light, and charming towns?
The Marina Alta, in Alicante, is one of those destinations that truly shine at Christmas: cozy, cultural, festive, and perfect for a getaway with family, as a couple, or with friends. Today we bring you 4 ideal locations, where you can also stay in houses and rental villas without commissions, through our brand Riu Rau Rentals.
1. Jávea (Xàbia): Christmas between sea, culture, and tradition
Jávea is the perfect plan for those seeking a relaxed Mediterranean Christmas. Here, December smells of firewood, coffee, and sea breeze.
🎅 Christmas markets in the historic town center
⛪ Cobblestone streets decorated with warm lights and magical shop windows
🎭 Cultural agenda in museums, libraries and cultural centers
🍽 Local gastronomy to warm your body and soul: suquet de peix, rice dishes, coca marina or desserts with mistela
December is the best time to take a slow stroll around the port, visit the municipal nativity scene, or explore places like the fortress-church of San Bartolomé. If you’re looking for a different Christmas destination, Jávea is pure magic.
2. Teulada–Moraira: Christmas spirit with a coastal soul
Moraira at Christmas feels like a small storybook tale: calm luxury, open terraces, and pink sunsets beside coves and marinas.
What you’ll love most:
🎄 Christmas decorations and activities in the Town Hall Square in Teulada
🎁 Calendari d’Advent decorated balconies, an outdoor exhibition that runs through the most iconic streets
🎶 Concerts, cinema and social gatherings throughout December
🛍 Local shopping, perfect for gifts: design, crafts and traditional local products
Teulada-Moraira is ideal if you want to feel part of the village without giving up Mediterranean charm.
3. Benitachell: Christmas among viewpoints and endless light
In El Poble Nou de Benitatxell, Christmas is lived authentically. And in the Cumbre del Sol area, winter becomes a feast for the senses:
🌅 Unforgettable sunrises and sunsets from cliff-top viewpoints
🥾 Peaceful nature for hiking or simply breathing fresh air
🌊 Coastal neighborhood decorated with an intimate and warm atmosphere
If you want a postcard-worthy Christmas, almost cinematic, this destination wins by a landslide.
4. Coast of Benissa: art, calm coves, and local experiences
Many don’t know that the Coast of Benissa is an incredible Christmas destination full of culture and stunning landscapes. Here’s what you can enjoy:
🌊 Quiet coves like Baladrar, Advocat or Fustera
🖼 Art exhibitions in venues such as the Centre d’Art Taller Ivars or Cases del Batlle
🎭 Family theater shows and storytelling throughout December
🕊 Mild winter weather, perfect for enjoying the coast without crowds
🍷 Local sweets, mistelas and wines
This destination is perfect for those looking for peace, creativity and coastal calm.
Why stay in the Marina Alta this Christmas?
Because it’s more than just a destination. It’s a place to feel, connect with locals, and experience a winter full of culture, tradition, and Mediterranean light.
At Riu Rau Rentals we offer you:
🏡 Houses and villas in Jávea, Teulada-Moraira, Cumbre del Sol-Benitatxell and the Coast of Benissa
📲 Direct bookings without commissions or intermediaries
🔑 Personalized service and charming accommodations with true Mediterranean soul
If you want to discover the best destinations to travel at Christmas from a new perspective, here it is: one filled with tradition, culture, and the Mediterranean.
This December, treat yourself to a different kind of getaway: without snow, but with light. Without rush, but full of history. Without crowds, but full of real emotion.
We’re waiting for you in the Marina Alta. Take a deep breath, raise a glass of mistela, and live Christmas from the inside.
