Oh these stores are not to be missed and Alicante has not one or two but three…read more Yes I've eaten Stilton cheese at their cafe with espresso and sparkling water. I'd been on a cruise ship for three weeks and needed bloody good cheese so Colston Bassett was a must have and they didn't have Stinking Bushop. If I'd wanted caviar it's there too, four options, or a draft beer. I've seen butter in tins in these places - last time I saw tinned butter Japan was the culprit. The range of epicurean delights is a joy to see. Truly, fabulous food and booze from all over the world - I could camp here. You can spent 60 cents or €40,000. The staff are all terribly courteous and really helpful in that demur way. Their stores are usually over five floors and all the big brands are there. Think of Harrods or Harvey Nicks without the posh label. Harrods food hall is just exquisite. I'm a fan of very big tv's and they have the best on display, working. I have five tellys - the next one will be at least 80'. I think every city on earth should have a place like this - a real treasure trove for foodies.

This Outlet Store is fairly small but nice and modern. It's easy to navigate and is all on one…read morelevel, with the exception of a movie theatre on top floor. The merchandise didn't seem to be discounted, in comparison to other Outlet Malls I have been to. I didn't see any sales or specials to speak of. There are lots of seating areas and restaurants to choose from to eat at. The restrooms were among the cleanest I have seen for awhile. Covid precautions in effect. Overall, a pretty mall but with limited amounts of higher priced merchandise.

Massimo Dutti is the more upmarket sister of fashion chain Zara…read more I visited the store in Benidorm this summer whilst I was on holiday and I was very impressed. The store is beautifully laid out with items neatly folded for your perusal or hanging up on expensive hangers. The store has has dark wood desks where the tills are situated and staff are immaculately turned out. Clothing is quite conservative, usually with a little fashion twist, and while it isn't particularly cheap, it won't break the bank either. Sizes are a little on the small side, with a UK 16 being the largest they stock. I found the clothing I purchased here to be well made and beautifully presented. The quality here is definitely superior to that of Zara. Service was excellent - staff all spoke English fluently and were unobtrusive but helpful. I would definitely go back to this Massimo Dutti if in Benidorm again.

This is a first - an outlet AH. It has become a bit of a private joke among us and friends and it's…read moreimportant to get a photograph of the omnipresent cow that guards the shop entrances. This place had watches at a euro. In fact lots if stuff for 1 euro. To me it's a nick-nack store, put politely it's full of trinkets or bluntly crap. I don't think I've ever bought a nick or a nack in any of the stores I've been in but my wife gets a few bits. We did find one in Sintra Portugal that sold coffee and frozen yoghurt and I did try their coffee.

Well another town and yet another Hop. I guess I'd rather it was an iHop…read more Ah well. This one is just along from Mushroom Street. It had only one cow again as another Hop first the one in Valencia had three cows - one outside and two in an upstairs front facing window. My wife had an equally enthusiastic companion to shop with this time. Her companion had spied €10 colourful, snazzy sunglasses and they were polarised to boot. Sold. So as the ladies ambled among the tat, not buying for need, while the gents pondered lunch. Tempus Fugit

This one is in on the small side and not far from Mushroom Street. Not sure if the locals call it…read morethat, mind. It's a trinket style novelty store cheap and cheerful. I've no doubt most of the goods are cheap Chinese stuff. We give China tons of money so they can support Russia, Iran and threaten Taiwan and the west more generally. The latest in store offering is a model of the Ale Hop cow itself for I think 10 euro. I mean who can resist?

A men's and women's upscale sporty clothing store. It appeared to be a nautical theme with a clean…read moreand casual feel to it.

Really happy to find this gem in my new neighborhood, located directly next to the Mercado Central!…read moreI´m staying in Alicante for 4 weeks and needed to buy some household items for my stay. This place has everything you could need in one place and is super cheap. I was on a quest for more plastic hangers for clothing and was happy to find such a large selection here and exactly what I was looking for (pack of 5 for 0,75€). I also bought things like toothpaste, shampoo and conditioner, cotton swabs, and plastic food containers so that I can pack my lunches for work, I would compare this to a dollar store in the United States, but the quality of the products is a little nicer. You can even find pots and pans, home decor, pet supplies, stationary and school supplies, and party decorations. If you need something for your home, I would recommend checking here first for the savings and selection.