Buying A Home In The Costa Blanca - May On Costa Blanca

The coast warms up in May as spring passes by and summer approaches, and so the area starts to enjoy the wonderful outdoors and celebrate with exciting festivals that celebrate history, traditions, and performing arts. After a lazy day enjoying the sun, everyone is welcome to watch parades, listen to local bands, and enjoy meals and cakes prepared for the occasion. When you buy a villa in the Costa Blanca, you can enjoy this atmosphere and become part of the community.

Enjoy the rhythm of Spain!

The drumbeats will echo down streets, and traditional costumes will be worn in many towns during May. Denia will celebrate Moors and Christians with elaborate costumes, mock battles, music, meals, and fireworks. Cities throughout the region will show off their Cruces de Mayo, beautiful flower arrangements in the shape of crosses that celebrate spring and their faith.

Farmers will have crops and livestock blessed as the agricultural festival honors St Isidro; parades and folk music will fill the coastal countryside towns. Each city will hold its unique festival, and when you buy a villa in Costa Blanca, your local council will keep everyone updated on dates for events, parades, and parties. Local papers will also provide information about what can be looked forward to up and down the coast.

Entertainment and Performing Art

As the weather along the coast warms, many towns will hold open-air concerts and music festivals, including Flamenco, from classical to jazz and traditional dance performances. Often, these will be free, but a donation to a local charity may be requested. Keep a look out for posters, and don’t miss out on these lovely atmospheric events.

Outdoor life

With the sun starting to warm up the coast, more and more people who buy a home in Costa Blanca will begin to explore their new environment. This time of year is perfect for outdoor activities before the intense heat of summer begins. There are many pathways along the coastline and cycling trails to follow in the mountains, where you can enjoy spectacular views. This is a wonderful time to enjoy the benefits of living close to the sea. Take part in water sports or enjoy a boat trip along the coast.

Re-Awakening

Those who buy a house in the Costa Blanca relish this time of year when the towns become livelier but are not too crowded. At this time of year, many bars, restaurants, and small shops that have taken a short winter break to recharge and perhaps renovate will reopen. Updated menus should be tried, and the warmth of promenades and streets should be enjoyed. Make time to re-acquaint yourself with your favorite places and enjoy a leisurely sangria, cava, tapas, “menu del dia,” or ice cream while watching others saunter by enjoying the tranquil re-awakening of towns and villages.

Migrating Birds

May is a busy time for birds to return to Spain, and it is a great time to get out those binoculars and see the variety of our feathered friends returning from their winter break. Those that are possibly most noticeable are the house martins/swallows; they will have spent their winter in Africa and return in May, usually to their old homes under your eaves; if you buy a home in the Costa Blanca, they enjoy the warm weather and the abundance of insects which make it a perfect place to breed and raise their chicks. It is important to note that these birds are protected, and destroying their nests, even empty ones, is illegal. They are protected because of their diet, which ensures they keep the insect population that might damage crops under control. If they choose to make their home above your door or window, you may be grateful to them; they will help protect your home from mosquitos.

Property Search

If you have not yet found a property to buy on the Costa Blanca, this is a great time of year to recommence your search. The days are longer but not too hot, making it an ideal time to contact Hamiltons of London to arrange your viewings. Our sales agents will be very happy to select properties that match your requirements and budget and to show you around at your own pace to ensure that you can decide on the perfect home for your family.