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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.
The medieval hilltop town of Pals in Catalonia is justifiably known as one of the most charming villages on the Costa Brava.
The upmarket yet traditional fishing town of Calella de Palafrugell basks in sophistication and natural beauty. High-quality restaurants line the seafront of this fashionable town, interspersed by a series of beaches and coves dotted across an incredibly pretty coastal path that traverses along the shoreline, where pine trees carpet the rocky cliff faces that tumble
Spain’s beautiful ‘Costa Brava’ – aka ‘Brave Coast’ – wasn’t given its name without reason. This exhilarating and incredibly beautiful coastline of Catalunya in North-East Spain, stretches for almost 300 kilometres, scattered with an invigorating mix of wide sandy bays, quirky coves backed with high cliffs and densely-populated pine forests, lively, vibrant towns and traditional
If you are looking for a holiday in the sun where you can enjoy world-class cuisine, upmarket sophistication blended with timeless traditionalism, within a beautiful secluded bay, gently lapped by the cobalt water of the Mediterranean, then look no further than Llafranc.
The Costa Brava, Spain’s ‘Brave Coast’, is scattered with hidden coves and charming fishing ports, a million miles from some of the region’s more densely-populated tourist hotspots. For the traveller willing to take a short step off the beaten track, discovering a host of chic resorts that tastefully combine a sophisticated appeal with a traditional
The word “Costa” can conjure up images of towering apartment blocks, thrown up to accommodate mass tourism. Spain’s Costa Brava – ‘Brave Coast’ – is a far cry from all crowds and nightlife, with many wild and beautiful parts to its rugged and diverse coastline
Calella de Palafrugell is best entered via a picturesque stroll around a wooded headland, from a neighbouring village. Do it in the evening and breathe in the fragrance of Aleppo pines and scent of dama de noche, this sensation is akin to a blend of orange blossom and jasmine. You will see this enchanting town
With its winding narrow path made from local natural materials, traversing and ascending round the sparkling Mediterranean, Spain’s Costa Brava – Brave Coast – is an exhilarating delight to explore. We have to admit one of the most beautiful stretches of this rugged coastline is where the traditional yet elegant and affluent villages of Tamariu,
Close to the traditional market town of Torroella de Montgri and the busier coastal resort of Estartit, the Costa Brava’s Casa Torre Vella offers the best of both worlds – Culture, history and inspiring architecture or the traditional tourist highlights of any swinging yet upmarket coastal town. Being well placed between two contrasting worlds visitors
Situated in the picturesque and historic old town of Begur, with its enchanting coves and pretty beaches, a stay at Villa Sargantana has all the ingredients necessary for a holiday of a lifetime. In fact the classy, romantic and interesting town of Begur will seem like it is a million miles away from the stereotypical
The Costa Brava’s Palamos – A traditional Spanish working fishing port Part of the beauty of Palamos is that although you find tourists here in the summer, the amount is nowhere near the levels of other places on the Costa Brava. The Catalans get on with the daily lives in this bustling fishing port as
Spain ranks sixth in the world in golf tourism, according to new data released by “Voyage Prive”, a private travel club that analysed golf tourism throughout the world. The analysis was based on how many golf courses a country has, of which Spain has a total of 590 – 25 on the Balearic Islands –
For three wonderful days the Catalan town of Begur celebrates its historic links with the Caribbean and Latin America by holding a fiesta that is quirky, colourful & great fun! The streets and alleyways throng with visitors & locals attired in traditional 19th century Cuban dress; white shirt/blouse, white trousers/dress & obligatory straw hat. Market
Bob Dylan looks set to rock Spain this summer at the Cap Roig Festival 2012! If you are a Bob Dylan fan and a lover of Spain then you could do a whole lot worse than travel down to Jardines de Cap Roig near Palafrugell this July to witness the legendary singer open the Cap
The tremendously unfair tendency to view Spain’s Costa Brava as being synonymous with sky-high buildings, English pubs and fry-ups, could not be further from the truth. Take for example the village of Tamariu, an extraordinarily quaint, picturesque and tranquil seaside village that has remained virtually unchanged for centuries. Tamariu is just one village that is
Tamariu on Spain’s Costa Brava – A unique, tranquil and traditional treasure with an air of glamour! The small fishing village of Tamariu on Spain’s Costa Brava possesses a unique blend of tradition and tranquillity with an air of sophistication and glamour. No sooner than you are likely to see an old Spanish widow ambling along the
Since as far back as the Roman times, the people of the Costa Brava have been exploiting the relaxing and healing qualities of the region’s many medicinal mineral waters and hot springs. Today the thermal baths of the area pride themselves on offering clients the most modern and avant-garde of facilities and excellent professional services,
Barcelona and the Costa Brava is not usually associated with tranquillity and seclusion with culture, neon lights, sandy beaches and a throng of activities surpassing any goals for a holiday where you barely see another face. Although just a mile off the Costa Brava, a tiny archipelago can be found, that boasts no sandy beaches,
Lloret de Mar in Catalonia to open a Olympic pool. Being the winners of last year’s World Cup, the champions of this year’s Champions League, having a world class Formula One racing driver and having a tennis player who currently ranks number one in the world, Spain has a lot to smile about when it
The Black Music Festival’s tenth anniversary – Not another excuse to visit Gerona! If you are wanting an excuse to jump on a last minute flight to the Costa Brava this spring, then you may be interested in hearing about the Black Music Festival 2011. From March 11 to April 15 2011, the tenth edition
A summer of Europe music festivals on the Spanish Costa Brava The Costa Brava is home to music festivals of every genre, catering for every musical taste, no matter how mainstream or alternative. It is during the summer months when the majority of the Costa Brava’s festivals are held, often put on in the most
From an idyllic and extremely long walk at Banyoles, to rally racing in Girona, March on the Costa Brava is dedicated to many thrilling and energetic events. Taking a break to the Costa Brava in early spring to participate or watch an exciting Catalonia event can be easily and economically achieved, with many of the
Andalucia has played an essential role in the most spectacular chapters of Spanish history. It is a region characterised by extreme variables in landscape and climate. But what really makes Andalucia stand out from other Spanish regions, is the tasty snacks they compassionately provide for free in many of the bars when you order a
