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6 things to do in Alicante
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New Year's Eve
December 31–January 1 • Event
Eating 12 grapes, wearing red coloured underwear and preparing a special cake is only a part of the incredible celebration in Spain
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Villajoyosa Moors & Christians Festival
July 24–July 31 • Event
For eight days, the whole city returns to the past by recreating a spectacular and brilliant battle that occurred in 1538
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Els Enfarinats
December 28 • Event
Every year, the town of Ibi is seized by frantic soldiers who reestablish new justice with flour bombs, eggs, and firecrackers
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Surfing Season
September–October • Activity
After the swimming season is over there begins the season of surfing on waves
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Hogueras de San Juan
June 20–June 24 • Event
Light up some bonfires, enjoy fireworks, and celebrate the shortest night of the year