A tourist hotspot popular among British holidaymakers is going through a major shake-up, closing beach bars and removing basic facilities such as toilets, and sun loungers, as well as removing the possibility of hiring equipment.
Orihuela Costa's new coastal councillor, Manuel Mestre, announced that visitors will have to bring their own refreshments for a day out at the beach.
Areas including Campo Amor, La Zenia, Mil Palmeras and Cabo Roig in Spain's Costa Blanca will all undergo major changes.