Javea or Xabia as the locals call it, is split into different areas:
 

The beach of Javea (Arenal), is both large and wide. The water is very shallow and calm as it is in a sheltered bay. The bustling Arenal area is the sandy blue flag beach which is surrounded by shops, bars and restaurants. It's a great place to walk along the promenade in the evening and is very different to the port.  During the evening in the summer there are various stalls here selling a variety of handmade crafts. Many of the bars have live music. The Arenal is well suited to families.
 

You can sit in a cafe or bar whilst watching your children playing on the beach. Here you can eat Tapas, Paella but also Fish and Chips or an English breakfast. The great thing about Javea is the choice.

The Old Town of Javea is where you can wander down ancient narrow streets and visit the local market on a Thursday. Built with original Tosca sandstone it's rich in medieval history. The Gothic fortified church of San Bartolome dominates the centre of Javea's town. This building dates back to the 15th century. At the side of the church is a beautiful building which houses the indoor market where you can buy local fresh produce daily.

The Port of Javea has a wonderful charm factor with whitewashed houses surrounding the bay. You can watch the fishermen bring in their fresh catches, the sailing boats set off from the marina, eat at the fantastic seafood restaurants or take a drink at a bar.  In January see the three kings arrive on horseback by boat...Fantastic for the adults and children, a real family treat.

There are also many good shops, bars and cafes. The Port area of Javea has a real Spanish feel, this is an area where some locals live and work. It is a lively bustling area with many shops, cafes, bars and restaurants. There is a fantastic Tapas bar which is one of the best.

The landmark of the Port area is the church of Our Lady of Loreto which has a roof which imitates the hull of a ship.

:: Climate ::

Javea or Xabia is protected from harsh winter winds of the north by the massive of Montgo (753m) and it enjoys a unique micro-climate that the World Health Organisation named as one of the healthiest in the world. There are more recorded hours of sunshine in Javea (Xabia) than any other place in Spain, making it a popular destination for Northern Europeans during the winter months.