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Beautiful beaches, watersport activities for everyone, Theme Parks around the corner and Hotels in Salou ranging from budget to deluxe. Perfect for a family holiday. Considering that Salou used to be a pirate nest everyone feared to go to, it has come very far. Today, it is the favorite holiday destination of many people seeking to relax in the sun, do some watersports, walk along the beach and enjoy Spanish food and drinks. What makes it a very attractive destination to families is the fact that Salou disposes of a variety of entertainment for kids, including the PortAventura Theme Park. Also, Salou is a holiday destination for every budget. Barcelona Point for example, has an offer for families allowing free entrance to the PortAventura if you book a Salou Hotel with them. To know more about what you can do with your family in Salou, visit the offical website of Salou.

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Due to a recent innovation Kitesurf has become a lot safer and more and more people give it a try. Kiteboarding is like surfing with a parachute. It is a summer sport for adventurous people who are looking for a new kick. Many different styles have developed over the years, including wave riding, wake style, freestyle, cruising and jumping. Thus, this sport is growing in its popularity, especially at the Costa Brava, Costa Dorada and even in Barcelona one can find quite a lot of Kitesurf Schools. If you would like to try it for yourself, then take a look at the Kitesurf Schools at Costa Brava, Costa Dorada and Barcelona. The location and winds are perfect and moreover you get to visit and enjoy the sunny Catalonian capital Barcelona. Barcelona Point can provide you the most suitable accommodation in Barcelona, whether it is a Barcelona hotel or a Barcelona apartment or any kind of accommodation at Costa Dorada or hotels at Costa Brava. Also, passively watching Kitesurf pro's is a spectacle itself. If you decide to spend your vacation on the Spanish coasts, watch out for them, especially if you are swimming in the sea!

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It is carnival time. Not only in Rio, but also in Lloret de Mar. From 26 January until 05 February you will see a lot of interesting creatures on the streets of Lloret de Mar. The event calendar for these days is packed. Kids get to enjoy the carnival parades, adults can go to the carnival dance and every one gets to dress up. Also, on the day after mardi gras you can witness the burning of Carnestoltes and the Enterrament de la Sardina. This Catalonian tradition takes place at the end of the carnival festivities. It starts out with burying sardines and then the "Carnestoltes" a huge wooden figure will be burnt along with Catalan chants being sung. You will also see a lot of dancing and singing during the whole period. Little presents will be handed out to all that play along and dress up for the carnival parade. This yearly event brings fun to everyone. If you want to join in and pay the town a visit you can easily book a hotel in Lloret de Mar over the internet and still make it to the Carnival. Just contact Barcelona Point, the regional experts for accommodation at Costa Brava.

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Cap de Creus, the most spectacular National Park at the Costa Brava in Spain is located on a peninsula and not only attempts to protect the terrestrial area, but also the maritime life. It has now been under protection for ten years by Spanish law and as you can see on this picture, it most certainly pays off. Tourists are free to visit the park and hike on one of the many trails throughout the park. Guided tours for all ages are also available. Depending on which part of the park you are interested guided tours will lead you through the medieval trails or along the coastline. Visiting the Monestary of Sant Pere de Rodes as well as the Nans Cove lighthouse is just as worthwhile as visiting the charming coastal towns Roses and Cadaques. Getting there has never been easier, as you can take a direct Bus from Barcelona in direction Gerona or the train to Llançà. If you decide to come by car from Figueras, just follow Nacional 260 to Bou and Llançà. The Catalonian Ministry of Environment provides more information on their English Cap de Creus website. If you are planning to spend a couple of nights in this beautiful area, Barcelona Point has great offers for Hotels in Roses or on the other side of Cap Creus, Hotels in Cadaques.

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The Tourist Board of the Costa Brava just announced the new challenge for all Golf lovers. Ten new golf courses at the Costa Brava are waiting for you to be explored! And what more could a passionate Golf player want than the green grass waiting to be played upon, with the dazzling sunshine as spring comes to the Costa Brava? Not to forget the delicious local food and the accommodation at Costa Brava, that offers something for everyone. Barcelona Point is an expert in finding the most suitable accommodation in this area. One of the Golf highlights in this region is the Club de Golf Costa Brava in Santa Cristina d'Aro. The 4* Hotel Golf Costa Brava is right in the middle of this renowned Golf course, more exactly between whole 1 and 18. Also, you can enjoy the local cuisine and the first rays of sun on the terrace of the hotel. To round off a perfect day in the sun, why not walk along the beach that is only 5km away from the hotel and enjoy the beautiful sunsets at the Costa Brava? If you got into the holiday mood, book your room at the Hotel Golf Costa Brava.

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The Costa Dorada is a 216 kilometer long coastline in the north-east of Spain. Costa Dorada translated into English is the "Golden Coast". This region has its name for a reason. Not only does it get sunshine almost all around the year, which makes it and ideal holiday destination, it also has the most beautiful beaches with golden sand along the coastline. It is most suitable for families and friends who seek to relax and enjoy the sun at the Mediterranean Sea. At the Costa Dorada you can exercise any type of outdoor activity, whether it be cycling or horseback riding along the beaches or exploring the countryside, walking along the coast on small and winding paths, visiting the stunningly beautiful medieval castles or old fishermen's towns - there is something in it for everyone. The same is true for the variety of Barcelona Point can offer you for the Costa Dorada Hotels. Whether you are planning to stay in and look for Hotels inTarragona, Hotels in Salou or Hotels in Cambrils.

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A long forgotten fishermen's town called L'Estartit in Spain is located the closest to the Medas Islands, a scuba diver's paradise and definitely still and insider's tip. It is located at the northern end of the Costa Dorada. The islands are less than a mile off the shore and comprise the two main islands Meda Gran and Meda Petita. This protected territory has a number of diving sites, including the Dolfi cavern with a bronze statue of a dolphin at its northern entrance. The uninhabited islands and their surroundings are famous for its rich flora and fauna, especially underwater. The views are perfect and allow you to explore a variety of different corals and tame fish. Since the islands consist of limestone and the currents and winds in this region make the water a very fertile cocktail, some diver's compare the quantity of Marine life to that of the Red Sea. Any diver that brings an underwater camera along will most definitely rewarded. Along the cost in L'Estartit you will find a number of Dive Centers that organize diving excursions, since the Spanish government has passed a series of laws regulating the commercial diving in this area. If you are still planning your trip and are looking for accommodation in L'Estartit , here you can find a variety of L'Estartit Hotels. To get there you have the choice of flying directly into Girona, the airport for low-cost airlines, or combine your Diving trip with a city trip to Barcelona, the sunny capital of Catalonia. www.barcelonapoint.com has a variety of Barcelona holiday apartments and Barcelona hotels that make it easy for you to find the perfect accommodation in the sunny Catalonian city.

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