Situated between Denia and Moraira about one and a half hour's drive from Alicante, Javea (pronounced Have-aya also known as Xàbia) offers visitors a real taste of authentic Spain. The port is where you will find the majority of the shops, good restaurants, tapas bars and of course fishing boats. The main church, the open air market (on Thursdays), post office and a choice of restaurants and bars can be found in the Old Town one kilometre inland from the port. Surrounding the church are delightful, narrow Moorish style streets lined by shops of all kinds, art galleries and restaurants. The entire town is dominated by the stunning Montgo mountain. Beaches are rated among the best in Spain, Javea itself has a long sandy beach plus a series of smaller coves with crystal clear waters. The resort offers activities to suit all including watersports, tennis, rambling in the nearby hills and horse riding plus a good choice of dining options, nightlife and a casino nearby.