Calle San Miguel in Altea is like an open-air boutique, a cobbled street lined with small fashion shops, artisan boutiques and jewellery stores that make it impossible to walk straight through without stopping. I love wandering here in the late afternoon: dresses flowing in the doorways, handmade pieces catching the light and the whole street buzzing with that mix of locals and travellers discovering something unique to take home.

What makes it special is how the shopping blends with the atmosphere, whitewashed houses and flowered balconies. It’s not just shopping, it’s an experience, with every few steps offering another little treasure. In the evening, when the lights come on and the shops glow warmly, Calle San Miguel feels like the stylish soul of Altea.