Living Like a Local in August: Smart Tips for Enjoying Life in the Costa Blanca This Summer

☀️🏖️ August is here — and with it comes sunshine, siestas, and Spanish summer life in full swing! Whether you're visiting or already living here, knowing how to enjoy August like a local makes all the difference. And at Casas Connect, we’re all about helping you settle into the lifestyle, not just the location. 🏡🌴

So if you're at the Costa Blanca, here are our top tips to stay cool, beat the crowds, and make the most of this sunny season — like you’ve lived here for years! 😎

😅 1. Respect the Siesta (and the Heat)

By midday, most locals retreat indoors — and for good reason. Shops and offices often close from 2pm to 5pm, especially in smaller towns like Daya Vieja or Algorfa. Use this time to:

• Enjoy a long lunch under the shade 🍽️
• Relax at home with the shutters down 
• Visit the beach early in the morning or after 6pm 🏖️

➡️ Local tip: In Ciudad Quesada and Orihuela Costa, many larger supermarkets stay open all day — ideal for errands when it’s too hot to be out.

🎡 2. Join the Local Festivities!

August is feria season in Spain, and many towns celebrate their patron saint fiestas with live music, fireworks, foam parties, and open-air dancing. 💃🎆

🗓️ Check out what's happening in:

• Algorfa – Summer feria & night market
• Rojales – Music, parades & riverfront events
• Guardamar del Segura – Amazing fireworks & beachfront concerts
• Daya Nueva & Daya Vieja – Small-town charm with big-hearted fiestas 🎉

➡️ Don’t just watch — join in! Locals love when newcomers participate.

🏖️ 3. Discover the Lesser-Known Beaches & Spots

Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa are bustling in August, but locals know how to escape the crowds:

✅ Visit Playa Les Ortigues (between Guardamar & La Mata) — quieter and beautiful
✅ Explore the Segura river walk in Formentera or Rojales early in the morning
✅ Grab a "granizado de limón" at a hidden local bar in Daya Nueva or Algorfa 🍋

🧊 4. Stay Cool the Spanish Way

Locals know how to keep things chilled — without blasting the A/C all day:

• Close shutters during peak sun ☀️
• Use fans strategically at night 💨
• Enjoy cold tapas, salmorejo, or a simple ensalada murciana for lunch 🥗

➡️ Bonus tip: Visit the municipal pool in Formentera or Rojales — super affordable and a great way to meet locals.

🏠 5. Thinking Long-Term? August is the Perfect "Test Drive"

You’re not just on holiday — you’re test driving a lifestyle. And there’s no better time than August to see what real life in Spain looks and feels like.

➡️ Considering a move?
Casas Connect is here to show you properties in Algorfa, Quesada, Torrevieja, Orihuela Costa, and beyond, even in August — just book in advance, and we’ll handle the rest. 🗝️🌞

👋 Casas Connect: Local Knowledge, Personal Service

We’re proud to be based right here in Algorfa, and we know every corner of the Vega Baja. Whether you’re buying now or just starting to dream, we’ll help you feel at home — not just on the beach, but in the community.

📞 Let’s Make Summer Permanent

Want to explore properties while you’re here? Or just need advice on where to go during the fiestas?

Let’s turn your August getaway into a forever lifestyle in the sun. 🏡☀️