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With then stunning Costas to choose from, Spain’s ethereal coastline has something on offer for everyone.

Summer may be over for the Brits, but that doesn’t mean it is in Spain. Spain’s ten idyllic coastlines enjoy sunny weather almost all year round, with each having something special to offer. Whether it’s relaxing beaches, extreme sports, forests, or delicious cuisine you’re searching for, you’re bound to find it on the coastline of Spain.

Whether you’re interested in trying out a new holiday destination or maybe even making a permanent move to the Iberian peninsular, here’s some help on deciding which costa is right for you.

Costa Almeria

Running along 200 kilometres of coastline on the south-east corner of mainland city, this Costa is ser around the historic city of Almeria. Relatively more low-key in comparison to the other Costas, much of the area remains undeveloped and tourism is on the low here. So this Costa is perfect if you’re looking for something quieter.

There are a handful of quaint beachside villages around the coast on either side of the cosmopolitan city of Almeria, with great facilities for windsurfing. The unspoilt nature here is popular for nudists, with the Playa Natura being the most renowned naturist beach site in Europe.

Costa del Azahar

Known as the Orange Blossom Coast thanks to its beautiful fruit orchards, Costa del Azahar runs from the Ebro River in the north, down to Valencia. This Costa is known for being very family-friendly, with cultural highlights including the stunning city of Valencia, Spain’s third-largest city.

Valencia is recognized worldwide for its traditional Spanish culture and is home to the world-famous Spanish dish, paella. Valencia possesses the perfect blend of art, culture, buzzing nightlife, and stunning beaches.

Valencia, Spain

Costa Blanca

Costa Blanca or “The White Coast” is one of Europe’s most appealing destinations. The coastline consists of vibrant nightlife, theme parks, exquisite beaches, as well as various camping sites.

Arguably the most famous Spanish Costa, Costa Blanca is set around the Alicante province. Home to one of the most established holiday resorts in the World, Benidorm, this Costa is filled to the brim with lively towns, pristine beaches and stunning views of elegant villas. As this Costa is already home to numerous UK ex-pats, the region is considered easy to settle into.

Costa Blanca has idyllic white and sandy beaches, as well as the Montgo Natural Park. There’s also the buzzing resort of Torrevieja, which is clean, fun, and lively.

Benidorm, Spain

Costa Brava

If you’re looking for fine dining, look no further than the Costa Brava. This Costa boasts an impressive number of 13 Michelin star restaurants, and is home to “El Bulli”, otherwise known as the “best restaurant in the world”. Costa Brava runs from Portbou on the French border, through to Blanes in the south, taking in the Girona province, Barcelona, Lloret de Mar and Gerona.

Also known as Spain’s “wild coast”, this coastline stretches for 160 kilometres between the French border and Barcelona. It’s without a double one of the more scenic coastal strips in all of Spain, consisting of endless miles of sandy beaches and secluded calas.

Tossa de Mar, Costa Brava

Costa Calida

Meaning ‘the Warm Coast” Costa Calida stretches 250 kilometres along the borders of Murcia the South East corner of Spain. It’s home to the world-famous La Manga Club, which is a top tourist complex with state of the art sports and leisure facilities.

We recommend this Costa if you’re looking for something more laid-back and for time to work on yourself and enjoy leisurely sports activities and quiet beaches. Here you’ll find quiet resorts with small, isolated beaches to really kick back and relax.

Costa Dorada

Spain’s “Golden Coast” spans 200 kilometres along the South West coast of Barcelona. Unsurprisingly, this coastline gets its name from the never-ending stretch of golden, pristine beaches that fringe the southeastern border of the autonomous region of Catalunya.

The golden coast boasts the extremely popular town Sitges, with its white, low-rise buildings and former merchant mansions that are emblematic of the area. The city of Salou has long welcomed families with its various friendly resorts and is also home to the popular waterpark of Port Aventura.

Port Aventura, Salou

Costa de la Luz

One of the best-kept secrets of the Spanish coastline, Costa de la Luz (the Coast of Light)is set along the south coast on the Atlantic side within Andalucia. Overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar, its most popular spots are Cadiz and Huelva.

Visitors can expect extraordinary, long sandy beaches, as the area is very popular among artists painting still life as well as watersports enthusiasts. We suggest hitting the heritage town of Chiclana de la Frontera, so you can go and soak up the enriched history of the city of Cadiz. Plus, the cork oak forests in the Parque Nacional de Donana is the largest in Spain.

Cadiz, Spain

Costa del Sol

“The Sun Coast” is 150 kilometres long, running from Nerja to Casares and borders Granada and the province of Cádiz. This area is divided into two distinct coasts – the Eastern coast and the Western coast. This costa includes the resort-style locations of Torremolinos, Marbella, Benalmadena, Fuengirola and Puerto Banus.

The Eastern coast is associated with numerous archaeological sites while the Western coast often receives a greater influx of tourists. The Western Coast is known for being more multicultural, and here the more upscale areas of Andalusia can be found such as Marbella.

Renowned for its fabulous beaches, Costa del Sol offers something for everyone from unspoilt beaches to city beaches. In the city of Malaga, there are plenty of activities on offer including golfing, horseback riding, wine tasting, as well as Spanish cooking classes.

Malaga, Spain

Costa Tropical

Set around the enchanting city of Granada, Costa Tropica is also known as Costa de Granada and runs along the south of Spain. Here you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to activities as you can hike in the snow-capped mountains in the morning and then head for a dip in the Mediterranean in the afternoon.

With just 30 kilometres of coastline, Costa Tropical is more aimed towards those looking for something more low-key. It comprises small beaches, hidden calas and charming guesthouses and villas. This Costa is also a popular winter destination, as many people choose to come here for skiing in the Sierra Nevada Mountains.

Sierra Nevada Mountains, Spain

Costa Verde

The rugged Costa Verde “the Green Coast” is one of the less known Costas. It’s found on the northern coast of Spain and faces the Atlantic Ocean. This consists of Galicia, which is also known as the shellfish coast, Asturias, Cantabria and the northern Basque region.

This region has an oceanic climate, which makes it a sublime location for hiking and walking trails with plenty of vegetation and lush forests. Not to mention the golden sandy beaches, clifftop trails, and traditional fishing villages are ideal to visit all year round. The Northern part of the coast is favoured by windsurfers and kitesurfers.

Galicia, Spain

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Costa de la Luz Travel Guide

The Costa de la Luz has a slightly milder climate than its more famous neighbour to the east,  the Costa del Sol, however, this coastline retains a more authentic Spanish feel as the tourist resorts have kept to low rise hotels that blend perfectly into the natural settings.

The sand on the Costa de la Luz is much finer than other parts of Spain, although it must be said can be prone to stronger winds that seem to fan the province almost every day.  A plus for many though as the windy conditions have made the Costa de la Luz a firm favourite with water sports enthusiasts from all over the world.

Top things to do on the Costa de la Luz

Donana Park Huelva

Spend a day at the Donana National Park

A wetlands area of outstanding beauty where you can enjoy a huge variety of migratory birds, unique fauna, pine forests and the spectacular shifting coastal dunes. You may also be lucky enough to spot an Iberian Lynx, a carnivore indigenous to the Iberian Peninsula and the park’s emblem.

Spend time on the stunning  the beach at Zahara de Los Atunes

With long stretches of fine white sand, the beaches here are second to none and are usually uncrowded.

See the famous horse festival in Jerez

If your looking for authentic Spain then head to the Jerez horse festival, where the locals show off their finest horses, it is a festival full of colour, music and dance and where the locals love sharing a tipple of the famous Sherry wine.

Explore Barrosa

A quaint Spanish village located close to Chiclana de la Frontera, with striking beaches and a long seafront boulevard for evening strolls await not to mention some of the finest seafood bars in the area. Try the popular white prawns, gambas blancas, caught locally they are quite delicious cooked simply over a griddle with sea salt and a dash of extra virgin olive oil.

Spend a day at the Playa Bolonia

A delightful and spectacular beach located near Tarifa, made of fine white sand popular with water sports enthusiasts as this stretch of the Costa de la Luz is prone to windy conditions, perfect for kite surfing and many other aquatic sports activities.

Popular Costa de la Luz resorts

Cadiz

Cadiz City

Cadiz is divided into two main parts, the modern and the old.  Although the newer part has all the trappings of modern-day living, the marinas and fine dining restaurants located in the historic quarter reveals the true history of Cadiz.

The old town centre abounds with character and an authentic Andalusian atmosphere. The Casco Antiguo ( old town )  is and made up of three barrios, the Barrio La Viña, home to the fishing district, the Barrio El Populo, said to be the oldest part of the city and the Barrio Santa Maria.

A good time to visit Cadiz is during the February carnivals held each year. It is one of Spain’s best carnivals with ten days of street processions and an unrivalled party atmosphere.

Huelva

Huelva City – the capital of the eastern region is quite an industrial area and at first glance may not be that inspiring to the visitor however it does house a few gems that are well worth visiting.

Places worth visiting include the Barrio Obrero ( the worker’s neighbourhood ), the Tinto and the Tharses wharves. Other attractions include the main Cathedral, the Odiel wetlands and the provincial Museums housing thousands of Archaeological artefacts.  Huelva is famous for being home to some of the best beaches in Spain.

Barbate

Barbate Beach Cadiz

Endearing fishing village with access to all the best beaches and the natural parks in the area, low rise tourism with plenty of good eating houses.

Fresh fish is a must and Barbate has enough eateries to satisfy the most enthusiast of fresh fish and seafood lovers

Chipiona

Very popular with the Spanish tourist, again lovely long sandy beaches. Chipiona has a very Spanish ambience about it and is a great family destination.

The town is located on the lower reaches of the Guadalquivir river and is a centuries-old fishing village. There are a few well-kept monuments to keep the history buffs happy, notably the Roman-built lighthouse, the highest in Spain, a 12th-century castle and a 16th-century parish church.

Explore the back streets and you will be rewarded with finding some of the cheapest fresh fish restaurants and tapas bars anywhere in the area. Head for the bars busy with the local trade to find the best deals.

Conil

Conil Beach Huelva

Conil de la Frontera is a former fishing village that has become a popular, low-rise resort. It’s long fine white sandy beach and authentic Andalucia village feel are well worth a visit.

You will find a fine selection of fish restaurants along the Paseo Maritimo ( beachfront area ) which buzzes nicely with a Spanish vibe at night as the locals join the holidaymakers in enjoying the catch of the day.

The smallish white prawns ( Gamba Blanca ) are a delicacy along this coast and although can be on the pricier side are well worth trying for there excellent flavour.

Also for fish lovers, June is a good time to visit when the Tuna is celebrated and many restaurants offer this locally caught fish at discount prices.

Isla Cristina

The town of Isla Cristina is the farthest resort at the western end of the Costa de la Luz and is a bustling fishing town with a fleet of over 200 fishing boats.

Foodies will love the fish restaurants dotted around the town serving some of the freshest sardines and tuna anywhere.

There are a number of popular long sandy beaches nearby including the Isla Canela and Isla del Moral.

Zahara de las Atunes

A typical example of how a small town with one of the best beaches along the coast has maintained its small village charm due to lack of high rise development or any major construction for that fact.

Like many of the fishing villages along the Costa de la Luz Sol the main catch here is the Tuna which is fished using the traditional almadrabas method, this is where fishermen use very long poles with a line and hook.

The apres beach and sun activities here are laid back and peaceful nights are guaranteed here whilst you sup your favourite brew in one of the many quaint local bars.

Islantilla

The town of Islantilla is located on the western end of the Costa de la Luz and although it is pretty quiet in the winter months the stunning long sandy beach.

The area is great for the beaches, water sports, fishing, dining out, playing golf and enjoying the tranquil setting of pine forests and low rise hotels.

Punta Umbria

The town Punta Umbria used to be a small fishing town but has steadily grown over the last 30 years although it still retains its low key resort status.

Many of the narrow streets at the southern tip are made up of homes built by the British owned Rio Tinto mining company during the 19th century.

Mazagon

Mazagon is a typically low key Spanish holiday resort located close to Punta Umbria and Huelva city. Holidaymakers can enjoy the long promenade and high-quality sandy beaches.

There are few decent attractions well worth visiting including the Picacho lighthouse ( Faro De Mazagon ), Casa del Vigio, the Ermita del Carmen and the modern Mazagon church ( Iglesia de los Santos Corazones )

Golf on the Costa de la Luz

The Costa de la Luz is fast becoming one of the leading golf holiday destinations in Spain and now boasts over 20 golf courses located all along the picturesque and pine-clad coastline.

Golf courses Huelva

Costa Esuri Golf, La Monacilla, Isla Canela, Islantilla, El Rompido Golf Resort, Bellavista and Nuevo Portil.

Golf Courses Cadiz

Novo Sancti Petri Golf, La Estancia, Montenmedio, Shery Giolf, Monte Castillo, Villa Nueva and Golf La Estancia.

Eating out on the Costa de la Luz

Sardines Cooked on a Spit

Besides its charming beaches, the Costa de la Luz offers holidaymakers a whole range of authentic eateries scattered all around the area.

Here is a selection of restaurants offering authentic Spanish dishes.

»  Restaurante El Faro de Cádiz – Located at Calle San Félix, 15, Cadiz.  As its name suggests you will find this restaurant next to the lighthouse at the end of Cadiz harbour. A very popular eatery noted for service the freshest fish and seafood in the area.  Oysters, white Sanlucar de Barrameda prawns, lobster, clams, fresh anchovies and whitebait are just some of the top-notch seafood on offer.

»  Restaurante Francisco La Fontanilla  – Located right by the sea on Fontanilla beach in Conil de la Frontera.  If you are looking for super-fresh seafood cooked and presented perfectly then this restaurant is for you. Enjoy the sea breeze whilst you taste dishes such as Tuna infused with rosemary served with sweet red peppers, scarlet shrimps and spider crabs or fresh oysters and scallops in garlic.

»  Taberna La Manzanilla  – Located on  Calle Feduchy, 19, Cádiz.

»  Casa Manteca – Located  on Calle Corralón de los Carros, 66,  in the Cadiz harbour area.

Tips & Fun Things to Do

Spain is one of the best summer holiday destinations in Europe and it is easy to see why with beaches, sun, resorts, villas and amazing things to do.

Your teens will want Wi-Fi and a pool. Your 5-11 year olds will want play mates. Adults want decent food, fine wine, good coffee and time to relax and read a brilliant book. You will already know that getting some rest and relaxation on holiday isn’t quite so easy when you have kids in tow, especially little ones. Your toddlers will want your attention, almost all of the time.

It can be frazzling trying to meet everyone’s needs at home and that doesn’t change when you go on holiday. So, how do you get the balance right so everyone has a great time? Where are the best places to go? And what activities can you plan?

Why Spain & the Costas

The Spanish Costas are a great bet for family holidays. You are guaranteed sunshine, there are fantastic beaches and there are lots of things to do with kids, from toddlers to teens. But what’s the secret to a successful family holiday that won’t break the bank?

The areas along the coastline of Spain are referred to as Costas (coasts) and are one of the best places to go. The most popular Costas in southern Spain are Costa Brava, Costa Blanca and Costa del Sol. Millions of tourists visit annually and there are lots of affordable things to do and places to stay.

A Spanish seaside holiday doesn’t have to be expensive or overpackaged and overcrowded. There are lots of less crowded seaside towns between the larger resorts. And there are heaps of things to do that won’t cost the earth. You can read more about how to book the perfect beach holiday online.

Another reason Spain works so well for family holidays is the fact that the Spanish love kids. Babies are treated like royalty. You will be surprised at how many friendly gestures you will get from waiters and resort staff if you are holidaying with young children.

Getting Around

Hiring a car is probably the most cost-effective way of getting around and gives you a lot more freedom. It is a good idea to pre-book care hire and kids’ car seats as car seats especially are in high demand during holiday season.

There are a variety of car hire firms at the main airports. Alicante airport, for example, has Avis, Auto Europe, Rentalcars, Hertz and Sixt, as well as some smaller firms.

However, you don’t have to hire a car to get around. The Spanish transport system is one of the best in the world and high-speed AVE trains will get you swiftly across vast distances. Kids love the idea that they are travelling at nearly 300km/h! Children under the age of 4 generally go free on public transport and there are discounts for kids, usually for those under the age of 12.

Eating Out

The food bill when you are on holiday can easily mount up for a family. The trick is to eat out cheaply and intersperse with filling and nourishing snacks.

Fresh fruit is wonderful in Spain, so a trip to a municipal market to stock up every few days is a great idea. Strawberries, cherries, doughnut peaches and nectarines are particularly good. Municipal markets are found in most towns and many larger villages, and are usually open from 9am to 1pm.

Spanish families regularly eat out, so you can be sure there will be lots of child-friendly Spanish dishes the whole family can enjoy. You won’t find kids menus in the less touristy places, but that’s no bad thing.

Ordering dishes to share is common place in Spain (tapas) or consider ordering one main dish for two children to share. Also, ask about the Menú del Día, which is a fixed price and is usually very reasonable. A large paella for the whole family to share also goes down a treat. Don’t worry if you have a fussy eater, there are lots of Spanish dishes your kids will love.

Best Places to Visit in the Spanish Costas with Children

Here are some inexpensive child-friendly places to visit on the Spanish Costas:

1. The Beaches

Change up your holiday routine by venturing to a few different beaches. There are beaches offering watersports for teens and many quieter coves that make it easier to look after toddlers. The Spanish coast features more than 3,500 beaches, but they’re not all suitable for small children so check for the blue flag and suitability before you go. Here are 15 of the best beaches in Spain to go to with kids.

The Costa Water Park is a great alternative to the big and expensive water parks. It costs 10 euros per hour per child (or adult). It’s a great treat for your older children (kids under 6 must be accompanied by an adult). There are several of these along the coastline between Benalmádena and Guadiaro.

2. The Canelobre Caves

The Canelobre Caves are located in Busot, 23km from Alicante and are a perfect place for families to visit. Kids from tot to teen will love the experience. I mean who doesn’t love a cave (think Batman, Raiders of the Lost Ark and Lord of the Rings). The caves also provide a welcome break from the sun (remember to take jumpers as it’s chilly in there). It costs 7 euros for adults and children aged 14 and above. Kids age 5-14 cost 3.5 euros and children under 5 go free.

3. Castles

Spain is home to some truly amazing castles. A family trip to one is a must and breaks up the beach days. Don’t worry about moaning teenagers, they will actually secretly be impressed once you get them there.

Perhaps the most impressive castle in the south is the Alcazaba of Málaga, which is enormous and is one of the best-preserved citadels in Spain. As well as the castle, there is also a Roman theatre, which dates back to the 1st century. Take snacks as the food is pricey. Admission is free after 2pm on Sundays!

Hopefully our guide to the Spanish Costas will help you to choose this destination and has given you some suggestions for things to do. Now go book your next holiday today.

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A sun-drenched coastline with amazing beaches: this describes the Spanish Costas in a nutshell. Great place to enjoy a camping holiday. But it is also possible to explore inland from your coastal campsite. Wander through picturesque villages and bustling cities, where the aroma of tapas, paella and sangria will greet you. Or become enchanted by the majesty of nature in the Spanish hinterland.

From north to south, these are Spain’s most beautiful Costas!

• Costa Brava (province of Gerona)
• Costa Dorada (province of Tarragona)
• Costa Blanca (province of Alicante)
• Costa del Sol (province of Málaga)
• Even more costa’s …

Costa Brava: a green piece of Spain

The Costa Brava is a holiday destination filled with sun, see and beach. But this 200-km long coastal strip in the northeast of Spain is so much more. Because if you love culture and the great outdoors, you will run out of time. The beautiful fishing villages, churches, museums and botanical gardens alone will guarantee you a varied holiday. For example, visit the fascinating cities Blanes and Lloret de Mar.

Blanes

You can enjoy sunbathing at one of the beaches of the seaside resort Blanes. When evening falls, pick one of the many bars or terraces to relax in – always a great time until late at night. Not really a lover of beaches? Go for green in the two large botanical gardens: Mar i Murtra and Pinya de Rosa. Admire and smell aloes, cacti and other exotic plants. While strolling through the gardens, you will always have a beautiful view of the Mediterranean Sea.

Lloret de Mar

Lloret de Mar is particularly loved by young people. But don’t let that fool you: fans of culture and nature have a great time here as well. There is the church of Sant Romà or the Santa Clotilde Gardens. Also unique: the beautiful cemetery where the tombs, graves and mausoleums are true works of art. If you prefer to avoid the crowds, go to Lloret de Mar in April or May. It is much quieter then, at the campsite as well. And with the CampingCard ACSI discount card, you can camp along the Costa Brava at an even better price during the low season.

Jardines de Santa Clotilde or the Santa Clotilde Gardens is one of the many botanical gardens along the Costa Brava.

Art along the coast

Salvador Dalí is one of Spain’s greatest artists. Fans of his surrealistic works have come to the right place along the Costa Brava. The Dalí museum, located in Figueres, has one of the largest collections of works by the painter. Forty kilometres down the road is Cadaqués, a fishing village. Dali’s former villa, now a museum, is located here. Read more about Dalí and the Costa Brava in this blog.

Camping along the Costa Brava

Many people spend the winter along the Costa Brava. Logical, because the temperature is still very pleasant during the winter months. A dip in the sea is somewhat less pleasant, with temperatures being better for that between June and October. If you are not a fan of salt water but are looking to cool down, most of the campsites along the Costa Brava have one or more swimming pools! And otherwise you can always visit one of the water parks: Water World (Lloret de Mar), Marineland Catalunya (Palafolls) or Aquadiver (Castell-Platja d’Aro).

Camping along the Costa Brava

Costa Daurada: enjoy the Golden Coast

The Costa Daurada, Costa Dorada in Spanish, has amazing beaches and lively seaside resorts, such as Salou or Sitges. The 216-km-long Costa Daurada is also promisingly known as the ‘Golden Coast’. Rightly so, since the sandy beaches here are gold-coloured. Because the beaches slope so gently down into the sea, they are very suitable for families with children. This makes the Costa Daurada perfect for an amazing beach holiday with the entire family.

Salou

Salou is the ideal holiday destination for a sun worshipper. It also has a charming tourist centre. But … there is more. The well-known youth hotspot also contains Spain’s largest amusement park: PortAventura World. If you want to go karting or climbing, Salou is a great destination. Go to the climbing park Bosc Aventura and the kart track Karting Salou. For older children, a visit to Salou and its many exciting attractions are definitely worthwhile.

Sitges

Sitges, another attractive coastal location along the Costa Daurada, is a lovely historical centre with squares, small castles and gardens. You come here mainly for the peace and quiet. You stroll through the small streets at your leisure and stop every now and then at a terrace for a refreshing drink and some delicious taps. There are still seventeen more beaches! Sitges hosts several international events annually, such as a film festival, carnival and the Gay Pride. The peace and quiet disappear and the city buzzes with fun.

The boulevard of Sitges is very pleasant. The city is famous for its film festival and carnival.

With the ancient Romans

It is also possible to soak up culture along the Costa Daurada. Visit the ancient Roman amphitheatre in Tarragona. Or take in the Ciutadella Iberica in Calafell, a reconstructed village with elements from various centuries. In addition to the nightlife and its historical heritage, Costa Daurada also has unique fishing villages. You can dine on fresh fish every day here. Visit the market of the fishing village Cambrils for delicious local specialties with their colours and scents.

Admire the impressive Roman amphitheatre in Tarragona.

Dive in!

The Costa Daurada is also very suitable for water sports enthusiasts. There are many spots to surf, sail and dive. If you’re not really a fan of swimming, go inland. You can go on extensive hikes or even climb mountains. A good long hike will show you all the beauty that the Costa Daurada has to offer: its golden beaches, green vineyards, rugged mountain ranges, huge marshy areas and picturesque coves.

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Costa Blanca: a varied holiday destination

The white coast of Spain, the Costa Blanca, is one of the most popular coastal areas of the country. With cities like Alicante and Benidorm, there is a lot to see. The Costa Blanca has more than two hundred kilometres of beautiful sandy beaches where sunworshippers can spend their time. What is there to do along this costa?

Alicante

Alicante is a beautiful city with several interesting museums, wonderful churches, an impressive castle. And then there is still the old working-class area Santa Cruz. It is a maze of narrow streets and flights of stairs. It has colourful small houses with amazing shutters and doors. Everywhere you look, there are flowers and plants. A sight to behold. Be sure to visit the castle and show your best side on the boulevard.

Benidorm

Benidorm has golden beaches as well as a beautiful boulevard. There are restaurants with food from all corners of the earth, sunny terraces and charming little shops. The historical centre lies on the promontory with its famous skyline around it. You should really visit the famous Balcón del Mediterraneo for a view of the sea. If you want excitement and sensation, just outside of Benidorm is the amusement park Terra Mitica and the Aqua Natura water park.

Sun, sea and beach!

Days out in the Costa Blanca

Big cities, small villages, beautiful beaches and amazing mountains – the Costa Blanca has plenty of highlights. If you love the great outdoors, a visit to Cuevas del Canelobre is recommended. These caves, located in the mountains by Busot, resemble a cathedral. If you are on holiday with the family, you might want to consider the activity park Casa de Pedrera. Young and old will enjoy themselves horseback riding, quad riding, waterskiing and canoeing. Finally, there is the beautiful Castle of Guadalest to visit. The eleventh-century castle has a spectacular location is the mountains, about 25 kilometres away from Benidorm.

The Castle of Guadelest is built on rocks high in the mountains.

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Costa del Sol: out and about in historic Spain

Campsites along the Costa del Sol, the three hundred-kilometre-long coast in the southern province Andalusia, are often on or close to the beach. It is easy to go inland from the campsite to visit cultural cities such as Almeria and Málaga. But don’t forget the famous seaside resorts such as Torremolinos, Fuengirola and Marbella. This makes the Costa del Sol a varied coastline with quiet, undiscovered spots and tourist magnets.

Málaga

Surrounded by mountains, Málaga still exhibits many influences by the Moors, such as the beautiful former Moorish fort Alcazaba. The cathedral is also an impressive landmark. The beaches, the boulevard and the charming catering in this part of the city are also worth exploring. For a city trip with culture, delicious foods and sun, Málaga is the place to be.

View from the Gibralfaro castle in Málaga on the mountain with the same name, Mount Gibralfaro (‘Rock of Light’)

Almería

In Almería as well, close to the Sierra Nevada mountain range, you will see a lot of influence by the Moors. Or you can imagine yourself in an Arab world during a visit to Alcazaba de Almería. Anyway you look at it, there is a lot of history in the centuries-old Almería. Any of the museums there will tell you all about it. The city’s cathedral is very special because it was designed as a fort to protect its inhabitants from pirates. Children will be especially interested in a visit to the underground network of the Museo Refugio de la Guerra Civil (Civil War Shelter Museum), built as a shelter against the bombardment during the Spanish Civil War.

Flamingos and wolves

Big cities with monuments, small fishing villages, relaxing seaside resorts, inland skiing centres. The Costa del Sol is one of the most varied regions in Spain. If you love the great outdoors, Costa del Sol is a destination to add to your list of places to go. From Torremolinos, you can go out with a guide to admire the flamingos (one of the largest species in Europe) or visit a nature reserve for wolves. Or visit historic Ronda, which is surrounded by three national parks. This is the location of the famous bridge over the Tagus River.

The Spanish city Ronda with its impressive bridge.

Camping along the Costa del Sol

The campsites along the Costa del Sol have everything you could wish for and are usually on or at least close to the beach. Sporty campers can enjoy themselves at the campsite and in the vicinity by going on a hiking, cycling or climbing adventure. There are several skiing centres in the mountain range of the Sierra Nevada. The many amusement parks and water parks along the Costa del Sol are popular among teenagers and their parents.

Campings along the Costa del Sol

Emerging Costas

If you would love to go to a beach campsite in Spain but want to visit places that are less busy, travel down to the Costa del Azahar, between Barcelona and Valencia. This is also called the Orange Blossom Coast. Inhale the delicious scent at one of the spacious orchards and don’t forget to visit the impressive hinterland. True sunworshippers stay on the Warm Coast (Costa Cálida) in the Murcia region, where 250 kilometres of coastline await you. And then there is still the Costa de la Luz. This is an authentic part of southern Spain with beautiful nature reserves like the Doñana National Park. One of the most beautiful cities in the region is the delightful city of Cádiz.

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Which coasts are the best to buy property on? Our compatriots most often choose between the resorts of Andalusia, Valencia and Catalonia. The local coasts, or “costas” (Spanish costas) are called Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca, Costa Dorada and Costa Brava.

All of them are characterized by mild climate, well-developed recreation and entertainment infrastructure. However, there are also differences, especially in the prices of housing, goods and services.

More sunny days

More golf courses

Lower cost of living

Climate

In the summer on the Mediterranean coast of Spain, the thermometer shows between 20 and 30 °C. The greatest temperature drops occur on the Costa del Sol. In this region, adjacent to Africa, it can be up to 40-50 degrees of heat. It is not without reason that “Costa del Sol” is translated from Spanish as “Sun Coast”. This is the sunniest region of the country: clear weather lasts more than 320 days a year. However, the water near the coast can remain cool thanks to the cold Atlantic current: even in high season, the sea temperature rarely exceeds 21 °C.

The climate is milder on the Costa Blanca. It is neither cold in winter nor sultry in summer here. The temperature rarely rises above +35 °C. The sea is warm and gentle. From May to September, you can feel comfortable in the water, and in some years you can swim in April, October and even November and December.

The Costa Doradea Costa Brava has fewer sunny days than the other two coasts and it rains more often. The Costa Brava is the coolest coast in Spain, characterized by its special softness throughout the year. The average temperature in summer is +25–28 °C, in winter the thermometer drops to +10 °C. The Costa Dorada has the coldest coastal waters: even in July, their temperature rarely rises above 21 °C.

“There are no significant temperature fluctuations in Catalonia, and both coasts, especially Maresme and Garraf (the closest to Barcelona), are characterized by a mild microclimate, which has a beneficial effect on overall health, and vacationers feel comfortable,” says Elena Zhabreva, specialist in luxury real estate at One House Group.

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061 Tourist infrastructure

Spain is famous all over the world for its magnificent beaches. This country has 561 Blue Flag (cleanliness) destinations, more than any other country, with about a fifth of those beaches on the Costa Blanca. The region is called the “White Coast” (Spanish: Costa Blanca) for the color of the sand on the beaches.

Many people think that the beaches on the Costa Blanca are better than on the Costa del Sol, where the sand is gray. But there are also pebble beaches here.

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	Costa del Sol	Costa Blanca	Costa Dorada, Costa Brava
Sand	Gray or golden	White	Golden
	beaches, marked by the Blue Flag	76	121
, Zernosniye, Namely, Znoye, Mark. 17	15	24
The number of tourists for 2014, million	8.5	6.2	16.8
The share of tourists in relation to the total of vacationers in Spain, %	13, 1	9. 6	25.9
Fields for golf	65	32	24

according to the National Statistics of Tourism of Spain (2014), the most visited region of the country – Catalonium -Catalonium. . A quarter of all vacationers come here. This is due to the fact that there are more historical and cultural monuments in the cities and villages of this region than in other parts of the country. In addition, Barcelona, ​​one of the largest tourist centers in Europe, is located in Catalonia. “More than 60% of Russians choose this city as their main holiday destination in Spain,” says Esteban Batier, President of Mas-Spain and Executive Director of Spanishabitat.

Transport

Each region has major international airports: Costa del Sol in Malaga, Costa Blanca in Alicante, Costa Dorada in Reus, and Costa Brava in Girona and Barcelona. The airport in Barcelona is the busiest airport in Spain after Madrid. According to Esteban Batier, a flight to Barcelona for Russian citizens will cost less and faster than any other airport in Spain, such as Alicante.

Barcelona is a major transport center. At the end of 2011, three new terminals of Alicante airport were put into operation at once, which became the second in Spain and one of the leading in Europe. In June 2013, the Alicante-Madrid-Santander high-speed railway line was introduced. Now from Alicante the train goes to Madrid in just two hours (distance – 450 km).

According to Mary Dunne, Managing Director of MP Dunne (Marbella), the Costa del Sol differs from other coasts in its advantageous geographical position: “The region is in close proximity to Morocco, where you can easily travel by ferry. From the Costa del Sol, you can easily get to the Atlantic coast and Gibraltar. An hour by car and you are already in Tarifa, the Spanish “paradise” of kite surfing at the junction of the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.” According to her, only on the Costa del Sol you can go skiing in the Sierra Nevada mountains in the morning, and after an hour by car you can enjoy the sea and the sun on the beach.

If we compare three large seaside cities on different coasts, taxis and public transport are cheaper in Alicante (Costa Blanca) and Malaga (Costa del Sol), the most expensive in Barcelona (Costa Brava).

The cost of life

Prices for goods and services in Malaga (Costa-del Sol ) is on average one and a half times lower than in Barcelona (Costa Brava) and Tarragona (Costa Dorada), and also 1. 4 times lower than in Alicante (Costa Blanca).

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City	Malaga	Alicante	Barcelona	Tarragona
Coast	Costa del Sol	Costa Blanca	Costa- Brava	Costa- Dorada
Milk (1 l)	0.79	0.77	0.84	0.68
Wheat bread (500 g)	0.86	0.93 0.93 0.93 0.93 0.93 0.93 0.93 0.93 0.93 0.93 0.93 0.93 0.93 0.93 0.9ARE 0.93	1.02	0.74
Figure (1 kg)	0.88	1,04	0.99	1.04
Eggs (12 pieces)	1.65	1.38												1,64	1.63
Cheese (1 kg)	8,11			8. 89	1.26
	Apples	1, 26	1.35	1.46	1.42
Drinking water (1.5 l)	0.71	0.55	0.50	0.36
Cigarettes (1 pack)	4.60	5.00	4.90	4.58
Jeans Levi’s 501	62.50	91,25	79.88	105.00
Summer Dress	27.7.7.7.7.75	26.25	26.29 9002, 67
Nike sneakers	62.50	77.50	75.00	90.00
Submites Club for 1 month	40.71	47,29	43.77	36.00
7.00	8.00	8.00	7.75

Real estate market than the national average. On the Costa Blanca, prices are more than one and a half times lower.

Housing prices on the Costa del Sol are significantly higher than on the Costa Blanca, not only in Marbella and the Golden Mile, but everywhere. And the choice is narrower, because there is little space for construction.

On the Costa Blanca for 150,000 euros you can buy a small detached house with three bedrooms, close to the sea, while in Catalonia you can only buy a small apartment for this money.

All three regions are united by a downward trend in prices. By December 2014, real estate fell in price by about 4% compared to the end of 2014, and compared to the pre-crisis period – by 40-44%.

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Coast	Region	Average price, euro/m²	Dynamics, %
			per year	in relation to to the average in the country
Costa-del	Andalusia	1 415	−4.3	−13.3
Blancia	1 300	−20.3
Costa-Dorada, Costa-Brava	Catalonia	2 071	−4. 1	+26.9

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Utilities are the lowest on the Costa Dorada. For an apartment of 85 m², local owners pay an average of just over 100 euros per month. About 120 euros are spent by owners on the Costa Brava. The highest maintenance costs are on the Costa del Sol and Costa Blanca – 140 euros per month.

Julia Kozhevnikova, Tranio.Com

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The tour price includes

Excursion and transport package
199
€

Excursions are paid locally

(optional)

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0002 Meeting at the Riga airport, (see the exact time on our website 2 days before the tour in the section for clients “departure of tours”).

Flight Riga-Malaga.

Departure to the hotel on the Costa del Sol.

Settlement, rest.

Costa del Sol (translated from Spanish as “Sunny Beach”) – Considered the southernmost Mediterranean coast of Spain, which has well-groomed, picturesque beaches with yellow sand. The coastal climate is considered one of the best in Spain.

Day 2

Breakfast.

Rest on the sea.

In the afternoon, optional excursion to Ronda (additional charge 39 €)

City located on the southern coast of Spain.

Ronda is located on two sheer cliffs separated by a narrow and deep El Tajo gorge (gorge depth ~100 m). At the bottom of the gorge, the Guadalevin River flows, and in the vicinity there is a picturesque mountain valley, a unique view of which opens from the Puente Nuevo bridge connecting the new and old parts of the city.

One of the main attractions of the city: The world’s oldest bullring “Plaza de Toros”. The arena was opened on May 19, 1785 in the presence of the royal family. Monastery of Santo Domingo – in the Middle Ages – the stronghold of the Inquisition; The palace of the Moorish king, in Spanish Casa del Rey Moro (built in ~1709).

Free time.

Day 3

Breakfast.

Rest on the sea.

In the afternoon excursion to Cordoba.

Cordoba is a city in Andalusia, the capital of the province of the same name on the banks of the Guadalquivir River. Sometime before the tenth century, the city numbered about a million people and was one of the largest, most educated and flourishing cities in the whole world.

Free time.

Return to the hotel.

Day 4

Breakfast.

Rest on the sea.

In the afternoon excursion to Granada.

Guided tour of Granada.

Granada is located in an amazing location at the foot of the northeastern slope of the Sierra Nevada. Granada stands on three hills descending into a valley where the Hanil River and its tributary Darro flow at regular intervals. According to legend, these hills, resembling an open pomegranate, gave the city its name – Granada. Only in this city, landscapes of extraordinary beauty, buildings of ancient architecture and white quarters of new buildings are harmoniously combined in an amazing way. Granada is considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Its architecture, history and traditions, combined with an unusual natural landscape, delight tourists.

Free time.

Return to the hotel.

Day 5

Breakfast.

In the afternoon excursion to the towns of Nerja and Frigiliana.

These 2 cities are known for their ancient and unique color and uniqueness.

Nerja, a town with picturesque nature and beautiful architecture. In Nekhra are located: the famous “Balcony of Europe” (Large, natural, observation deck), several ancient cathedrals and an amazingly beautiful aqueduct. Nowadays, the city has a lot of greenery and almost no high-rise buildings. Nerja has beautiful beaches, a large number of bars, clubs, cafes and restaurants with traditional dishes of this region. The town is also home to many ancient caves. Free time.

Optional visit to the caves “Cueva de Nerja” (admission tickets for extra charge).

Departure to Frigiliana.

Spanish town surrounded by vineyards. Many houses in the town are located on the slopes of the mountains, and from the town itself there is a beautiful view of the coast.

The main sights of the city are the Catholic Church of San Antonio (the main temple of Frigiliana) and the Fortress Tower (the ruins of the fortress of Ell Castilio Arabe).

Wine has been produced in the town since Roman times. Today, the city has a wine museum and shops selling locally produced wines.

Return to the hotel. Relaxation.

Day 6

Breakfast.

Rest on the sea or, if desired, a sightseeing trip to Seville (extra charge 49 €).

Tour of Seville, the capital of Andalusia. Inspection of the pavilions of the Ibero-American Exhibition of 1929. You will see the world’s largest Gothic cathedral and the Alcazar Royal Palace. After a tour of the most beautiful places in the city of Seville: Plaza de España, Maria Luisa Park, Torre del Oro, and the typical Jewish quarter of Santa Cruz.

Free time.

Return to the hotel.

Day 7

Breakfast.

Rest on the sea.

In the afternoon, optional excursion to Gibraltar (extra charge 49 €).

This territory is a British possession.

Gibraltar is a unique place in its geographic position, connecting the Mediterranean Sea with the Atlantic Ocean. It is also an amazing opportunity to admire the African coast and visit the Legendary Rock, which occupies half of the city-state of Gibraltar (the total area of ​​Gibraltar is ~ 6.5 km). From the cliff, a bewitching landscape opens up to the strait, which, according to mythology, arose thanks to the ancient Greek Hercules. And if you are lucky, you will be able to see the inhabitants of the mountain of tailless macaques – magots, this is the only species of monkeys that live on the European mainland.

Free time.

Return to the hotel.

Day 8

Breakfast.

Release of numbers.

Tour of Malaga.

Malaga is a major port city with a charming historic center that can be explored in a day, and modern districts with skyscrapers and large shopping malls. Two popular tourist activities logically follow from this: shopping and walking along the winding streets with an abundance of greenery and flowers around.

The artist Picasso and the artist Banderas were born here, hence the many museums, streets and restaurants and hotels named after the first, the second is simply adored. In fairness, we point out two facts: Picasso lived in Malaga only in infancy, but the collection of his works in a new building specially built for this purpose is really very worthy.

Free time. Departure to the airport.

Flight Malaga-Riga.

Additionally, you can purchase

Supplement for single occupancy from	160. 00€
Pack of 7 dinners	60.00€
Supplement for departure from Tallinn from	60.00€
Supplement for 4* hotel from	80.00€

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Fixed seats on the bus

Paid locally

Entrance fees to visited sites and entertainment events

Important information

See the exact departure time on our website in the “Departure of tours” section 1-2 days before the trip

The group leader has the right to change the days and times of the excursions without violating the tour program

The price of the tour may change due to the rise in airfare.

Free time is valid in the absence of unforeseen situations, traffic jams and other deviations from the schedule

For trips to the Schengen countries and the European Union, all passports of citizens of Latvia and non-citizens of Latvia must be valid until the end of the trip

For travel outside the Schengen and European Union, all passports must be valid for at least 6 months from the end of the trip

Passports of citizens and non-citizens of Latvia with a validity period of 50 years (issued before 11/19/2007) are not suitable for travel outside the Schengen area

Non-citizens of Latvia cannot travel outside Latvia with an ID card

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David Costas, Defender, Spain

Season	Team	Tournament	and	Min	Page	Ex.	Deputy	G	LCD	2ZhK	KK
2022/2023	Real Oviedo	Segunda Division	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
2021/2022	Real Oviedo	Segunda Division	40	3524	39	1	0	1	6	0	0
2020/2021	Celta	Example	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
2019/2020	Celta	Example	6	335	3	3	0	0	1	0	0
2019/2020	Almeria	Segunda Division	17	1517	17	0	3	0	5	0	0
2018/2019	Celta	Example	15	1172	13	2	1	0	4	0	0
2017/2018	Barcelona	Example	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
2017/2018	Barcelona II	Segunda Division	37	3254	36	1	3	0	7	0	0
2016/2017	Celta	Example	1	90	1	0	0	0	1	0	0
2016/2017	Real Oviedo	Segunda Division	19	1710	19	0	0	3	3	0	0
2015/2016	Mallorca	Segunda Division	23	1998	22	1	0	0	4	0	0
2014/2015	Celta	Example	1	90	1	0	0	0	1	0	0
2013/2014	Celta	Example	17	1204	13	4	1	0	1	0	0
2013/2014	Celta Vigo II	Segunda B	6	540	6	0	0	0	2	0	1

AND – Number of matches played;
Min – Number of minutes spent on the field;
Page – Left in the starting lineup;
Higher – Substituted;
Deputy – Replaced;
D – Number of goals scored;
ZK – Yellow cards received;
2 JK – Received 2 yellow cards per match;
KK – Red cards received

Season	Team	Tournament	and	Min	Page	Ex.	Deputy	G	LCD	2LC	KK
2021/2022	Real Oviedo	Spanish Cup	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
2020/2021	Celta	Spanish Cup	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
2019/2020	Celta	Spanish Cup	2	180	2	0	0	0	0	0	0
2018/2019	Celta	Spanish Cup	1	90	1	0	0	0	0	0	0
2018	Barcelona	Supercopa de Catalunya	1	27	0	1	0	0	0	0	0
2017/2018	Barcelona	Spanish Cup	1	33	0	1	0	0	0	0	0
2016/2017	Celta	Spanish Cup	1	90	1	0	0	0	0	0	0
2015/2016	Mallorca	Spanish Cup	1	90	1	0	0	0	0	0	0
2014/2015	Celta	Spanish Cup	2	141	2	0	1	0	2	1	0
2013/2014	Celta	Spanish Cup	1	64	1	0	1	0	0	0	0

AND – Number of matches played;
Min – Number of minutes spent on the field;
Page – Left in the starting lineup;
Higher – Substituted;
Deputy – Replaced;
D – Number of goals scored;
ZK – Yellow cards received;
2 JK – Received 2 yellow cards per match;
KK – Red cards received

Season	Team	Tournament	and	Min	Page	Ex.	Deputy	G	LCD	2LC	KK
2017/2018	Barcelona	Champions League	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
2017	Celta	Club Friendlies	1	6	0	1	0	0	0	0	0
2016/2017	Celta	Europa League	1	90	1	0	0	0	0	0	0

AND – Number of matches played;
Min – Number of minutes spent on the field;
Page – Left in the starting lineup;
Higher – Substituted;
Deputy – Replaced;
D – Number of goals scored;
ZK – Yellow cards received;
2 JK – Received 2 yellow cards per match;
KK – Red cards received

Season	Team	Tournament	and	Min	Page	Ex.	Deputy	G	LCD	2LC	KK
2013/2014	Spain U19	UEFA U19 Championship	3	270	3	0	0	0	0	0	0

AND – Number of matches played;
Min – Number of minutes spent on the field;
Page – Left in the starting lineup;
Higher – Substituted;
Deputy – Replaced;
D – Number of goals scored;
ZK – Yellow cards received;
2 JK – Received 2 yellow cards per match;
KK – Red cards received

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Holidays in Costa del Sol 2018

Tour date Tour cost + excursion package Cost without excursions
03/28/2018 STOP SALE STOP SALE
04/11/2018 STOP9€ SALE STOP SALE 398 40010 25. It is guaranteed 569 €
05/09/2018 Stop Sale Stop Sale
05/23/2018 STOP Sale Stop Sale
06/06/2018 € 569 €
20.06.2018 399 € 569 €
12.09.2018 469 € + 199 € € € + 199 € € + 199 € € + 199 639€
26.09.2018 469€ + 199€ 639€
03.10.2018 399€ + 199€ 569€
10/17/2018 399€ + 199€ 569€

1 day
Meeting at the Riga airport.
Air flight Riga-Malaga (~12:45-16:15).
Departure to the hotel on the Costa del Sol.
Settlement, rest.
Costa del Sol (translated from Spanish as “Sunny Beach”) – Considered the southernmost Mediterranean coast of Spain, which has well-groomed, picturesque beaches with yellow sand. The climate of the coast is considered one of the best in Spain.

Day 2
Breakfast.
Leisure at sea.
Free day.

Day 3
Breakfast.
Leisure at sea.
In the afternoon excursion to Ronda, a city located on the southern coast of Spain.

Ronda is located on two sheer cliffs separated by a narrow and deep El Tajo gorge (gorge depth ~100 m). At the bottom of the gorge, the Guadalevin River flows, and in the vicinity there is a picturesque mountain valley, a unique view of which opens from the Puente Nuevo bridge connecting the new and old parts of the city.
One of the main attractions of the city: The world’s oldest bullring “Plaza de Toros”. The arena was opened on May 19, 1785 in the presence of the royal family. Monastery of Santo Domingo – in the Middle Ages – the stronghold of the Inquisition; The palace of the Moorish king, in Spanish Casa del Rey Moro (built in ~1709).
Free time.
Return to the hotel.
Day 4
Breakfast.
Leisure at sea.
In the afternoon excursion to Granada. Tour of Granada.

Granada is located in an amazing area, at the foot of the northeastern slope of the Sierra Nevada. Granada stands on three hills descending into a valley where the Hanil River and its tributary Darro flow at regular intervals. According to legend, these hills, resembling an open pomegranate, gave the city its name – Granada. Only in this city, landscapes of extraordinary beauty, buildings of ancient architecture and white quarters of new buildings are harmoniously combined in an amazing way. Granada is considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Its architecture, history and traditions, combined with an unusual natural landscape, delight tourists.
Free time.
Return to the hotel.

Day 5
Breakfast.
In the afternoon excursion to the cities of Nerja and Frigiliana.

These 2 cities are known for their ancient and unique color and uniqueness.
Nerja, a town with picturesque nature and architecture beauty. In Nekhra are located: the famous “Balcony of Europe” (Large, natural, observation deck), several ancient cathedrals and an amazingly beautiful aqueduct. Nowadays, the city has a lot of greenery and almost no high-rise buildings. Nerja has beautiful beaches, a large number of bars, clubs, cafes and restaurants with traditional dishes of this region. The town is also home to many ancient caves. Free time.
Optional visit to the caves “Cueva de Nerja” (admission. tickets for extra charge).
Departure to Frigiliana.
Spanish town surrounded by vineyards. Many houses in the town are located on the slopes of the mountains, and from the town itself there is a beautiful view of the coast.
The main attractions of the city are the Catholic Church of San Antonio (the main temple of Frigiliana) and the Fortress Tower (the ruins of the fortress of Ell Castilio Arabe).
Wine has been produced in the town since Roman times. Today, the city has a wine museum and shops selling locally produced wines.
Return to the hotel. Relaxation.

Day 6
Breakfast.

Rest on the sea or optional sightseeing trip “Seville, Cordoba” (surcharge 59 euros). Tour of Seville, the capital of Andalusia. Inspection of the pavilions of the Ibero-American Exhibition of 1929. You will visit the world’s largest Gothic cathedral and the Alcazar Royal Palace. After a tour of the most beautiful places in the city of Seville: Plaza de España, Maria Luisa Park, Torre del Oro, and the typical Jewish quarter of Santa Cruz.
Cordoba is a city in Andalusia, the capital of the province of the same name on the banks of the Guadalquivir River. Sometime before the tenth century, the city numbered about a million people and was one of the largest, most educated and flourishing cities in the whole world.
Free time.
Return to the hotel.

Day 7
Breakfast.
Leisure at sea.
In the afternoon excursion to Gibraltar (surcharge 45 euros).
This territory is a British possession.

Gibraltar is a unique place in its geographical position, connecting the Mediterranean Sea with the Atlantic Ocean. It is also an amazing opportunity to admire the African coast and visit the Legendary Rock, which occupies half of the city-state of Gibraltar (the total area of ​​Gibraltar is ~ 6.5 km). From the cliff, a bewitching landscape opens up to the strait, which, according to mythology, arose thanks to the ancient Greek Hercules. And if you are lucky, you will be able to see the inhabitants of the mountain of tailless macaques – magots, this is the only species of monkeys that live on the European mainland.
Free time.
Return to the hotel.

Day 8
Breakfast.
Release of numbers.
Tour of Malaga.

Malaga is a major port city with a charming historic center that can be explored in a day, and modern districts with skyscrapers and large shopping malls. Two popular tourist activities logically follow from this: shopping and walking along the winding streets with an abundance of greenery and flowers around.
The artist Picasso and the artist Banderas were born here, hence the many museums, streets and restaurants and hotels named after the first, the second is simply adored. In fairness, we point out two facts: Picasso lived in Malaga only in infancy, but the collection of his works in a new building specially built for this purpose is really very worthy.
Free time. Departure to the airport.
Air flight Malaga-Riga (~17:00-22:35).
The price includes:
●Air flight Riga-Malaga-Riga
●Hand luggage up to 8 kg
●Checked luggage up to 20 kg
●7 nights in a hotel *** with breakfast (double occupancy)
●Transport service
●Accompaniment to throughout the trip
If you are traveling alone, the mandatory supplement for single accommodation is 160 euros
The excursion package is additionally paid -199 euro
●Sightseeing trip “Nerja, Frigiliana”
●Sightseeing tour of Malaga
●Sightseeing tour of Ronda
●Sightseeing trip to Granada

We also offer:
●Sightseeing trip to Gibraltar – 49 euros (check if a visa is required) ●
Excursion trip Seville, Cordoba” – 59 euros
●Transfer Tallinn-Riga (airport) – Tallinn – 45 euros
Departure times may change, as well as the group leader has the right to change the days of excursions without violating the tour program.
The price of the tour may change due to the rise in price of air tickets
For trips to the Schengen countries and the European Union, all passports of Estonian citizens and non-citizens of Estonia must be valid until the end of the trip.
For travel outside the Schengen area and the European Union, all passports must generally be valid for at least 6 months from the end of travel.
Detailed information on the website of the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia

Celebrations celebrated in the summer on the Costa Brava, Spain.

Costa Brava hosts some of the most iconic summer parties in Catalan territory in an unbeatable setting. Come to the coastal towns of Calella de Palafrugell, Palamós, Blanes, Lloret de Mar or Begur this summer and start the party!

Concert Habanera de Calella de Palafrugell

The first Saturday of July is celebrated Concert Habanera de Calella de Palafrugell , one of the most famous events in Catalonia. It takes place on the beach of Port Bo, where a stage is set, which is surrounded by a large number of boats.

The origins of this festival date back to 1966, with a meeting of singers in the Can Batlle tavern. Its great success led the organizers to repeat the act on den Calau beach and in 1969 it moved to its current location.

The traditional “cremat” is also drunk this evening, an alcoholic drink made from rum, coffee beans, sugar, lemon zest and cinnamon, served hot, ideal to accompany classic habaneras such as La bella Lola or El meu avi .

Feast of Santa Cristina de Lloret de Mar

July 24 is celebrated Feast of Santa Cristina , summer holiday Lloret de Mar , in honor of the patron saint of the city. It is one of the most popular holidays in the city, along with the San Roma holidays held in November.

On this day there is a sea procession from the beach of Lloret de Mar to the hermitage of Santa Cristina. Before reaching the beach, the S’Amorra Amorra regatta takes place, in which several boats participate. On the same day, there is also a traditional dance in Piazza Vila, known as the “Dance of the Plaza” or “Dance of les Almorratxes”, starring four couples.

If you want to learn more about this party, check out our Santa Cristina Celebration post.

L’Escala Salt Fair

L’Escala Salt Fair , held on the third Saturday of September, celebrates the town’s fishing and salt origins.

This celebration was first held in 1997 to commemorate the third century of the construction of Alfoli de la Sol, a building that stored salt obtained from the salt marshes of Ibiza or Torrevieja and from where it was distributed to the inland peoples.

The party starts with examples of maritime crafts and scenes of daily life of the time, followed by the arrival of the salt boat and Ball del Drac (an ancient dance that was done on the beach to encourage fishing) and ends with the dimming of the electric lights to give entry in boats with lit sails as a sign of good fishing.

Blanes International Fireworks Competition

Blanes International Fireworks Competition celebrates its 50th edition this year. From 22 to 26 July 2022, rockets and firecrackers will be launched from Sa Palomera, a large rock that separates two beaches from the city center.

In the 70s, at the height of tourism on the Costa Brava, the city of Blanes wanted to promote some kind of activity to make the population known. This is how the fireworks competition was born, in which domestic and foreign pyrotechnicians took part.

More than a million people visit the fireworks show every year from the beaches, terraces, promenades, sports docks and mountains of Blanes and the surrounding area.

Fair of the Blessed Virgin Carmen de Palamós

Many cities on the coast celebrate Fair of the Blessed Virgin (Festa de la Mare de Déu del Carme) , patron of the sea and Fishermen.

Population Palamós on the Costa Brava celebrates this feast on Sunday, closer to July 16, with a parade accompanying the image of the Virgin from the parish church of Santa Maria del Mar to the port, where a crowded sea procession of all kinds begins courts.

This weekend, the Brotherhood of Fishermen, Palamós City Council and the Fishing Museum organize various activities and activities related to the sea.

Begur American Indian Fair

On the first weekend in September, the village of Begur holds a Indian Fair . For three days, the city offers an extensive playful and cultural offering that has a thread of the city’s Indian past.

The close relationship between Cuba and Begur resulted from the emigration of many people from Begur to the island in the 19th century. Upon their return, these Indians (Spanish emigrants who went to America) amassed huge fortunes and built ostentatious houses, leaving an important cultural legacy.

During this holiday, the streets and squares of Begur host a market of foreign goods, handicraft exhibitions and musical performances, as well as a number of cultural events such as exhibitions, tours, interviews, lectures or documentaries

Source: Turisme Begur

Hotels Costa Brava

This summer book accommodation in Costa Brava and enjoy these traditional and popular holidays. At Rosamar Hotels we offer five accommodation options in Lloret de Mar :

Hotel Rosamar Garden is a 4 star hotel ideal for families. It is located just 300 meters from Lloret de Mar Beach and has 4 swimming pools, water slides and water attractions.

Hotel Rosamar & Spa 4-star superior located on the seafront. It features an adults-only spa, chill out and a variety of restaurants.

Hotel Rosamar Maritim , a 4-star hotel located in front of the main beach of Lloret de Mar, offers rooms with sea views, a terrace with swimming pool, gym and sauna, among others.

Hotel Rosamar Es Wow Adults Only (+16) , 4-star is an exclusive hotel for 16 years and older, located on the second line of the beach and only five minutes from the city center. The hotel also has its own spa and outdoor pool.

The Rosamar Maxim Adults Only (+18) is a 4-star adult-only hotel located opposite Sa Caleta Beach. It offers newly refurbished facilities, a panoramic terrace overlooking the sea and the Balinese pool.

Come to the best summer fairs of the Costa Brava from Rosamar Hotels !

Costa Calida – Murcia

Warm Coast

Two seas Mar Menor and Mediterranean, connecting with each other
form an endless expanse of golden sand and crystal clear water that
serves as a hallmark of the Costa Calida, meaning in translation –
warm coast. With mild temperatures and over 3,000 hours of sunshine per
year, the coast of the Murcia region is a great place for
luxurious unforgettable vacation. Nothing will darken your possibilities indefinitely
get pleasure.

Climate

Unique mild climate with average annual temperature
air around 18 degrees Celsius and 315 sunny days a year. Ideal
conditions for relaxation on stunning local beaches and in numerous virgin
coves.

Facts about the region

The region of Murcia is rightfully proud of its rich culture and
thousand years of history, magnificent cities and numerous historical
monuments.
The capital, the city of Murcia, ranks seventh in Spain in terms of population.
population.
The city has many historical monuments, wonderful buildings of the Baroque era,
interesting museums, picturesque streets and restaurants.
City Cathedral: Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque.
Piazza Glorieta de España: with the city hall building in the center.
Church of San Juan: part of the 16 baroque churches of Murcia.
Casino: a magnificent building with modernist, Moorish and
Italian decor.
Salsillo Museum: sculptures by the famous Francisco Salsillo.
Claras Museum and Cultural and Historical Center: Artifacts from the Arab Age
dominion.
Panorama of the city from the walls of the Sanctuary of Fuensanta.
Center of light in Valle and Karaskoy Natural Park: Iberian
sanctuary.

La Manga del Mar Menor

La Manga offers two whole seas – the Mediterranean and the Mar Menor (Small Sea) with
almost 250 km of coastline and amazing diversity
landscapes. A 24 km long spit separating the two seas is called La
Manga del Mar Menor. From the west, the spit is washed by the waters of the Mar Menor, which
is a huge salt lake with a shallow depth. And east of
spits stretches the Mediterranean Sea. Both seas are connected by a number of channels.
This resort area has more than 16,000 hotel beds, of which 8900 in
hotels and 7,000 in apartments.

Family holidays

The ideal resort for families. Huge variety
hotels and apartments, where, among other services, a children’s
animation and other entertainment.
All this is complemented by a calm and warm sea, clean well-groomed beaches,
comfortable and shallow swimming areas.

Night life

Mediterranean vivacity
gives the local nightlife a special character. Unrivaled enjoyment
admire the moonlit path on the La Manga spit in any of the two seas. Summer nights
on La Manga attract many people from various places, who
enjoy spending their free time in numerous restaurants and cafes.
Here everyone can find an institution to their taste. In the fishing village of Cabo de Palos
in recent years, a variety of bars and pubs have sprouted like mushrooms. Near the square
Virgen del Mar in most establishments has an exquisite decor, here he loves
young people gather. Port area and Levante beach with their many
restaurants give Cabo de Palos a special charm and appeal. AT
The Puerto Beyo area is dominated by German and English bars. Many of them in summer
organize entertainment programs and offer their visitors to enjoy
masterpieces of home cooking in the form of delicious tapas. Especially a lot
entertainment venues and restaurants in the area of ​​Bohemia Square, the heart of
La Manga. During the summer months, there is a market where local craftsmen sell
their products. Here you can buy a wide variety of souvenirs and crafts
very similar price. Behind Monte Blanco, the Zoco district begins, where the night
life and where mostly young people like to be. Plenty of bars and
pubs located in small courtyards connected to each other. bars,
specializing in cocktails, local home cooking, liqueurs, etc.
Pizzerias, pastry shops, ice cream parlors, etc. etc. Everyone is welcome here
pleasant surprises.
There are many discos in La Manga that are open until the morning. Many of them
offer their visitors the opportunity to swim after a stormy
night.

Water activities

Mar Menor – a real mecca for water sports
in any season. Here everyone, from a beginner to a professional, will be able to get
get the most out of sports. It’s hard to think of anything better than calm
waters of the Mar Menor for initiation to water activities. Comfort temperature
sea ​​water and shallow depths provide for beginners additional
security guarantees. The prevailing winds that hold so high
sailing enthusiasts always blow in certain directions. That’s why
every beginner in a difficult situation can easily find a calm place where
you can take a breath. In recent years, special popularity in these places
acquired scuba diving. Interesting relief of the seabed,
diverse underwater flora and fauna, a huge number of sunken ships,
all this made the area of ​​La Manga and Cabo Palos one of the most popular places
for divers all over the world. Throughout La Manga and the Mar Menor there are more than twenty
sailing schools. Qualified instructors work here.
foreign languages, there is the most modern equipment.

Courses for diving

Scuba diving
Windsurfing
Sailing on a catamaran
Sailing
Pie rowing
Motorsport
Skibus
There are also 6 sports ports in the La Manga area, offering a full range of
services for modern sport courts and their crews.

Golf

At the disposal of golfers, both amateurs and
professionals, 21 golf courses of the highest level. And all this in
within a radius of 50 km in the La Manga area, and the total number of holes of all levels is
348.

Healing mud Mar Menor

Special climatic conditions of this area with a lot of
sunny days a year and increased salt content in sea water led to
formation in the northern part of the lagoon, in the zone of Charcas de las Salinas, huge
reserves of mud with pronounced healing properties. Recent research,
performed at the University of Murcia in 1995, shown in mud deposits
high content of cations, calcium, magnesium, potassium, fluorine, as well as anions,
chlorides, sulfides. In addition, there is a high content of small and
superfine granular sands (silt and clay), which are carriers of healing
properties for which the local muds are so famous.
Readings:
Local dirt is highly
absorption, mineralizing effect, ability to neutralize acidity and
stimulate the scarring process.
It is for this reason that they are indicated in the treatment of skin diseases such as
abscesses, abscesses, ulcers, phlegmon, wounds, acne, boils.
A layer of mud applied to the skin absorbs all the toxins of the peripheral system
skin and destroys lymphatic toxins of the epidermis.
The high thermal conductivity of mud allows it to be used as
anti-inflammatory agent in the treatment of rheumatism, arthritis, gout, and
also in case of rehabilitation after bone fractures.
Mud is also indicated for sore throat.
Numerous spas and centers are also located along the coast of Murcia
thalassotherapy.

Cuisine

The cuisine here is as varied and rich as the locals.
landscapes. Mediterranean cuisine at its best uses only
fresh local products and only the best meat and fish. The region of Murcia is
the only Spanish province that produces three brands of quality wines,
controlled by origin – Humilya, Buyas and Yecla. Developed
special wine tourist routes with visits to cellars, wineries and
vineyards.

Murcia Zoo

Terra Natura Murcia is a new generation zoo where
the so-called “zoo immersion” is practiced a new method of organizing park
space, allowing direct contact with animals thanks to
barriers invisible to the human eye. 165 thousand square meters of territory
The park is organized into two zones – the African Savannah and the Iberian Peninsula. AT
In the park, you can observe more than 300 animals of 50 different species, three of which
are on the verge of extinction. Flora is represented by more than 500 trees,
shrubs of 50 different species. The richest zoo, numerous
educational programs, wonderful landscaping, interesting
performances,
performances have turned Terra Natura Murcia into an ideal place for a family
recreation, where all family members can have a great day in the bosom
nature. Aqua Natura Murcia also operates here – a water park with magnificent
attractions for children and adults.

Cartagena

Punic, ancient Roman, modernist city, military
citadel… And all this is Cartagena, a crossroads of cultures where the sea becomes
the cradle of civilizations, traditions and legends.
Main Attractions:
Concepción Castle – where the center of the city’s history is located.
Ancient Roman theater and museum – Cartagena of the era of Ancient Rome, I century BC
era.
Augusteum – an ancient Roman temple, the cult of Emperor Augustus.
The center of the history of the Punic Wall is the remains of the Punic Wall.
Decumano and Casa de la Fortuna – reconstruction of everyday life on the street
ancient Roman city.
Civil War Refuge Museum – reconstruction of everyday life in
years of the Spanish Civil War.
Heroes of Cavite and City Hall.
Modernist buildings from the 1900s.
Panoramic elevator – panorama of Cartagena.
Excursion to the seaport – Isaac Peral’s submarine.
A trip on a catamaran – a mini-cruise along the Gulf of Cartagena with a visit
naval installations.

Caravaca de la Cruz

In 1998, the Holy See granted this city the right
forever celebrate the Year of Jubilee every seven years. Last anniversary year
celebrated in 2010. Among the reasons that guided the Vatican
the question of awarding the Jubilee year, it is enough to mention the phenomenon of the True
Cross in the 13th century and its cult since then. It is believed that a particle is stored in it
Lignum Crucis (Wooden Cross) on which Jesus Christ died.
Main Attractions:
Sanctuary of the “Most Holy True Cross” where a particle of a wooden
the cross on which Christ was crucified.
Museum of the Feast – costumes of participants in the feast of the Moors and Christians, as well as
ceremonial harness (in gold and silk) of the “horses of wine”.
The square of the horses – a visit to the temple, where the Cross is washed on May 3.
El Salvador is a Renaissance church.

La Union Mining Theme Park

Back in the days of Carthage and Ancient Rome in these places
ore was mined and metals were smelted. Ancient mines are back
be exploited during the last heyday of mining, at the end of the 19th
XX century, which left behind an absolutely unique and inimitable
an industrial landscape that has been preserved to this day. Great value
this territory, its enduring historical value predetermined the decision
authorities about the status of this complex as a “Historic Site”. Sierra Minera
today it is a full-fledged mining theme park, where
you can get acquainted with the full technological cycle of the 19th century right on the spot
centuries – from ore mining to metal smelting.
Suggested excursions:
Road 33 is a legendary road used by the miners of those years.
Settling pond – for collecting and storing waste after washing the ore.
The kiln is one of the few kilns remaining in the Sierra Minera region.
Designed for roasting ore and smelting metal.
The ore vein of the Remunirada mine is a tin mine where ore was mined
underground and open way, which makes it look like a huge crater, the walls
which are dotted with holes.
Mine Agrupa Vicente – was intended for the extraction of iron pyrite in the period
from 1869 to the middle of the twentieth century. More than 4,000 square meters of area open to
visits.
80 meters deep and huge size make it one of the most visited mines
Europe. Particular attention is drawn to the underground lake with reddish water.