Enjoy the chic yet traditional Catalan fishing village of Llafranc at the stylish Villa Coral
Vintage Travel is thrilled to announce that Villa Coral is now live on our programme of stunning properties with private swimming pools in Catalonia.
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Things to do in Catalonia
Three fabulous Vintage Travel villas for families on the Costa Brava
Doused in the sunshine, laden with family-friendly beaches and scattered with vibrant yet traditional towns and villages both on the coast and inland, it stands to reason why the Costa Brava has long been a popular haunt for families.
Three beautiful hillside towns in Catalunya
Catalunya is scattered in beautiful hillside towns. Some of these towns are inland, others face the shimmering Mediterranean glinting under the sun. If you’re visiting this culturally and scenically distinct part of Spain sometime soon and want to be acquainted with some of the most traditional villages South East Spain has to offer, take a
Why the chic coastal town of Calella de Palafrugell is a family-friendly destination
The traditional and upmarket fishing town of Calella de Palafrugell is a beguiling place to visit if you’re looking for an authentic Spanish experience on a beautiful part of the Costa Brava.
Things to do in Barcelona with children at half-term
If you’re looking for a fun escape with the kids this half-term, the thriving and exciting city of Barcelona is a fantastic family holiday destination.
Reasons to visit the Terracotta Museum in La Bisbal on the Costa Brava
La Bisbal d’Empordà – aka La Bisbal – is a characterful town in Catalonia, approximately 30km to the south-east of Girona. This bustling town that lies between the market towns of Palafrugell and Palamos on the Costa Brava, is world-renowned for its pottery making heritage.
Three Fascinating Sites in Pals, Catalonia
The medieval hilltop town of Pals in Catalonia is justifiably known as one of the most charming villages on the Costa Brava.
Why Barcelona makes the perfect winter city escape
Barcelona is a city that never goes to sleep. This pulsating, coastal, metropolitan city on the shores of the sparkling Mediterranean is thriving with life and vivacity all year round. If you’re looking for an exciting city escape this winter, then look no further than the Catalan capital of Barcelona.
Three unmissable things to do in La Rambla area of Barcelona
Barcelona, Catalonia’s magical, capital city, is brimming with art, culture and majestic buildings steeped in history. This truly unique city is not afraid to embrace both its past and the influence of its artists and craftsmen through the centuries. Each area has a distinct atmosphere and no more so than La Rambla.
Why December is a great time to visit Barcelona
Barcelona is a bustling, exciting and exotic city to visit all year round, but with twinkling lights hung on the trees and cosy festive chalets and stalls lining the streets, there is something about December and the run-up to Christmas that makes the city that extra bit special! If you’re thinking about visiting Barcelona this December,
Casa Susana: An impressive family villa, a stone’s throw from the beach of Pals
If you’re looking for spacious accommodation for a large party of holidaymakers that’s close to the beach on the stunning Costa Brava, then look no further than Casa Susana. This recent addition to our Catalan programme of properties boasts six bedrooms and three bathrooms, sleeping up to eight guests in the main house and a
Girona’s 7 museums: Experience fascinating Catalan culture in Girona, Catalonia
With its own language, tumultuous history and unforgettable capital city, Catalonia is a truly distinct region of Spain and is almost a country in its own right. With historical monuments and sites of interest around every corner, those seeking a culturally-inspiring holiday flock to Barcelona and its vicinity.
A secluded country retreat in Catalunya – Nostra Pau
Nostra Pau is a charming traditional rustic finca located in one of the most expensive and sought-after parts of coastal Spain. Two kilometres of private driveway lead to this secluded country house. Being amidst pine woods and rolling hills yet a mere 20 minute drive from the Costa Brava with all of its rugged scenery,
The Picturesque Catalan villa La Bruguera de Pubol
With its pine-clad, stone-path walks that twist and turn around an interesting coastline, legendary cities, autonomous culture and favourable year-round climate, it’s not difficult to understand why Catalonia remains a top tourist destination.
A rather unconventional selection of festivals in Catalonia this October
They certainly love their festivals in Catalonia just as much as they do in the rest of Spain. Like paella, sangria, the siesta and a landscape dominated by pine forests, fishing villages and legendary resorts, festivals of all shapes, sizes and themes, help craft Catalonia’s unique identity. While many of Europe’s leading tourist destinations have
La Merce Festival 2013 – Barcelona at its most brilliant!
La Merce Festival 2013 ~ Every year during the last week of September the city of Barcelona becomes particularly pulsating when it holds its biggest annual street festival, La Merce. Having taken place since 1902, the festival’s intense celebrations last for five days and are held in honour of the patron saint of Barcelona, Mare de
Luxury villa in Begur – Villa La Mar
The exquisite Spanish house of La Mar sits comfortably amongst the gently undulating unspoilt countryside of Catalonia close to the medieval town of Begur and some of the most prestigious beaches in Spain. The population of Begur can swell to ten times its normal size in the high tourist season; such is its reputation as
Luxury villa in La Pera, Catalonia – Mas Noguer
Salvador Dali thought so much of his beloved Gala, that he bought her a castle in a very beautiful part of north eastern Spain. Vintage Travel also thinks this area of Spain is extremely lovely and, as proof, has just added an incredible 18th century house to their armoury of luxurious places to stay for
Villa Mas Espada – A stunning Catalan Manor house rental
Villa Mas Espada – a 14th century manor house in Palafrugell, Catalonia…Wow! Every now and again a property becomes available for holiday rental which “transcends the norm.” A house so wonderful, so historic and so finely finished that you may well wonder if you are worthy of such unrivalled luxury. Villa Mas Espada in Palafrugell
From Figueres to Port Bou – A stunning journey in Catalonia
The unpretentious and somewhat scruffy town of Figueres not far from the French border in Catalonia boasts a great triumph; it is where the great impressionist painter Salvador Dali was born. While modest and fairly non-descript in its aesthetical appearance, Figueres is an interesting town. For starters there is the museum, which is dedicated to
Where is the best place to catfish in Spain?
Where is the best place to catfish in Spain? Easy, River Ebro! The Cat-fish is the fresh water monster of Europe and it has to be said that the River Ebro in Catalonia is one of the best rivers in which to try and catch one of these super-large fighting fish. Ever since the Cat-fish
The unique Catalan architecture of Antoni Gaudi
There are certain buildings in and around Barcelona that have a unique and wonderful style, which almost look as if they should be made out of sugar and devoured alongside the cake from where they came. These thoroughly distinct architectural marvels are the buildings of Antoni Gaudi, the maverick Catalan architect. In fact this legendary
The tourist attractions at Montserrat – Catalonia’s mightiest mountain
The mesmerism of Montserrat: Possibly Spain’s most religious mountain range. Catalonia is home to many impressive mountain ranges but with a unique skyline that represents the teeth of a carpenter’s saw, the mighty Montserrat has to be one of this stunning region’s most inspiring points. On a clear day – and let’s be honest most days
Birdwatching in Catalonia at Ebro Delta
Unparalleled natural diversity and a birdwatchers’ paradise at Catalonia’s Ebro Delta. The Ebro Delta at the mouth of the River Ebro, defining the border between Catalonia and the rest of Spain, is an area of great and unique natural beauty. Boasting several lagoons, numerous walking trails and stunning viewpoints, the calm and serene landscapes of the
