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Located in Granada in the the province Andalucia in Spain is the famous sight Alhambra Granada. It is a wonderful piece of culture and architecture and you should absolutely visit the Alhambra Granada during your Spain holidays!

When thinking about famous sights in Spain, you immediately think about this wonderful palace which was built in the 14^th century under the Moorish empire of Andalusia. It is the first sight you have to visit! And although this sight was constructed without a certain plan for the site and has due to this a slightly unorganized structure, it is still captivating and wonderful.

When you spend your holidays in Spain or directly in Granada, make sure to see this beautiful building and be astonished when you observe all the details. Also accommodation in Granada allows you to admire the architecture, so why don't you book a hotel in Granada?

Alhambra tickets differ a lot, you can buy tickets for a daily visit or even for a visit by night, only the gardens or the whole complex. It is also wise to book Alhambra tickets in advance as there are only limited entries available (if you manage to visit in the morning, there are usually more entries). Usually the price is around 13€, children under 8 years are free. But it is absolutely worth it!

Because of the Granada airport and train and bus stations, you also have good transportation, giving you the possibility to plan trips in and around the city. The location at the Costa Tropical also makes it a perfect holiday destination for families.

The culture of Spain is very diversified, as you can see. Especially Andalusia, the country of flamenco, can provide with interesting sights and traditions.  And Granada, the capital of the same named community is a pearl.

The city offers a lot more than the Alhambra, sunny Granada weather and wonderful sights  along the windy streets: it has a rich history and culture as a site of a fight in the past, the Battle of Granada. But what could be of special interest for you is that tapas in Granada are usually free when you buy a drink. This is typical for the south of Spain and you should absolutely try the local Granada cuisine!

If you like to enjoy wonderful parks and gardens during your Spain holidays in Granada, there are also a lot of them in Granada. The most famous of course is the garden of Alhambra and Generalife in Granada, but also the garden Carmen de los Mártires is worth a visit.

And last but not least, the garden of the University of Granada is also a sight in Spain that shouldn't be missed (and is by the way regarded as one of the best student cities), as it offers a time for recreation and relaxation and you can easily access it from your hotel in Granada.

You see that this city is beautiful and rich in culture and has one of the most famous and wonderful sights in Spain, so the next time you are in Andalusia, make sure to visit the Alhambra Granada during your Spain holidays!

The sunny province of Alicante in the community of Valencia offers interesting history and a perfect location at the Mediterranean coast and is therefore a good solution for family holidays in Alicante Spain!

Alicante is located directly at the Costa Blanca in Spain, and has a rich history and ancient sites to visit. So besides the sunny Alicante weather you can also enjoy visiting the sites and exploring Alicante's history, including Greek and Phonician settlements.

The Alicante airport also makes the city perfect for holidays in Spain, with easy arrivals possible and a lot of good Alicante hotels where you can enjoy your stay. There are also ferries available bringing you to the Balearic Islands if you wish to and a good transportation network throughout the city. Families also benefit from unique family holidays in Alicante, because the City of Lights (the meaning of Alicante or Alacant) offers you plenty of choices.

So let's focus on the attractions in the city, besides the Alicante weather and the Costa Blanca of course!

Alicante itself has a historical city centre you can explore, starting from the Rambla de Alicante working your way through the streets decorated with palm trees. The old quarter of Alicante is very stunning to wander around in; there are a lot of traditional bars and pubs hidden in the small and winding streets.

The squares in Alicante are also wonderful to see, so remember to visit the Plaza de Quijano and the Plaza de la Santisima Faz. There is also a museum, the Nativity Scene Museum Alicante, where you can see and observe Christmas themed objects from all over the world.

For the history interested, there is also the Ermita de San Roque, an hermitage which was built in the 16^th century. Of course, probably the most famous sight of Alicante is the Castillo de Santa Bárbara, the famous castle on the mount Benacantil. Usually you can see it from your Alicante hotel in the city pretty well! Situated in an height of 166 m, the medieval Santa Barbara Castle in the Mediterranean region gives you an impressing view over the City of Lights. In the castle itself you can see different rooms and halls, each of them has its own history to tell.

Of course you should not miss Alicante parks during your holidays in Spain! There are a lot of gardens and parks in Alicante, offering you shelter and recreation from an adventurous day. The most famous parks include the Canalejas near the Explanada de España and the Palmeral Park close to the Castle of Santa Barbara, Alicante.

For fun family holidays in Alicante, you should see the wonderful Alicante beaches, which with the lovely Alicante weather and climate offer you a unforgettable experience. Because the city is directly located at the Costa Blanca, you don't have to search too long for the white sand beaches in the city.

The most known beach is probably El Postiguet, directly in the city with a Blue Flag status. You can benefit from numerous water sports and activities here and of course just enjoying the sun shining in Alicante. There is also another Blue Flag beach, La Albufereta beach, where you can also explore the sands of Alicante and swim and enjoy the Mediterranean sea.

You see, everyone's taste should be pleased if you decide to spend your family holidays in Alicante, Spain. Enjoy your stay with your family and visit the city of lights at the Costa Blanca!

Like I mentioned on Christmas in Salou before, lovers of adventurous holidays in Spain will love Christmas in Port Aventura 2010! Starting from 27^th November 2010 until 9^th January 2011 the Port Aventura Christmas Event will take place in the famous theme park near Salou. Be sure to spend your Christmas holidays in Port Aventura 2010!

Port Aventura Theme Park offers every year its visitors different events, designed after certain themes and seasons.  And Port Aventura holidays in Spain are always unforgettable for a family!

After the Halloween in Port Aventura event (don't forget to visit that as well!), during Christmas in Spain Port Aventura decorates the whole park with snow and wonderful lights. The decorations are very detailed and there are also a lot of ornaments on the park's grounds, which you should see and admire.

If you want to spend your Christmas holidays 2010 in Port Aventura Park, you can also be sure to expect a lot of different shows that perfectly fit to the best time in year. Tickets for Port Aventura holidays can be bought easily online, combined with a hotel if you wish, so try to book something now to enjoy the various benefits a stay in Port Aventura Park during Christmas 2010 has! By the way, that would also be a perfect Christmas present for your children.

So besides the shows, you can also enjoy special Christmas dinners in the many restaurants in Port Aventura during your holidays there. At the moment, Port Aventura tickets are cheaper, because to celebrate their 15th birthday, the park offers you a 15% discount on its tickets. So I suggest you combining your wonderful Port Aventura Holidays in Spain during Christmas with your family with taking advantage of the current discount.

Family holidays during Christmas are especially suitable, enjoying your time together and appreciating holidays that suit every taste and preferences. During Christmas, the cold Port Aventura weather will make you enjoy a cup of hot chocolade and watch the dazzling lights on trees and buildings, while experiencing wonderful Christmas food in the Port Aventura Restaurants.

During the family holidays in Port Aventura, you can enjoy the different rides, which please courageous people as well as also enjoy the numerous other attractions of the park. Your children can see Santa Claus coming to town, tell him about their wishes and hope they behaved well!

So what do you think about this Christmas present for your perfect family holidays? Spend your Christmas holidays in Port Aventura 2010!

Christmas in Salou Costa Dorada can be a good suggestion for you, because with the majority of tourists having left, you will experience more traditional holidays in Salou!

Catalonia's location directly at the Mediterranean sea thanks you with many sunshine hours even in winter. And maybe you prefer sunshine on Christmas in Salou rather than snowy weather? During Christmas time, the Costa Dorada will be mostly visited by locals who want to take a day off and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere Salou offers.

And remember, to experience the best from a culture or region during your Spain holidays, you should always let yourself guided by locals, because they have insider knowledge! So what to do during Christmas in Salou Hotels or other parts of the Costa Dorada?

Well, the good thing is that you have a lot of possibilities. Depending on your personal taste, you could visit the tourist areas in Salou during your Christmas vacation in Spain. At that time, they are much less crowded because usually tourists are gone. In bars and restaurants it is however vice versa, now that many locals enjoy the delicious Salou food and Mediterranean cuisine in general and due to the fact that also many other bars and restaurants are closed during winter. But that shouldn't distract you from enjoying your Chistmas holidays in Spain! Especially because Salou hotels are now calm and not crowded.

How about visiting a traditional bar or restaurant in Salou, enjoying the Catalan atmosphere and dishes and later walking with nice weather in Salou during the soft rays of sunlight in winter? In any case, Christmas in Salou is a good solution if you like calm holidays, so you should book a nice Salou hotel already now!

But also those who want to enjoy more active holidays find in Salou a perfect place to spend their Christmas holidays, because the Port Aventura Theme Park is still open during that time.

Port Aventura holidays are very popular with families and also couples, not only because of the many rides and attractions, but also because the different events that take place regularly in the park near Salou. And during Christmas, Port Aventura has an event especially for that! PortAventura Christmas is going to be a pleasure to take part in, with special Christmas shows and performances. Port Aventura Christmas takes place from November 27^th 2010 until January 9^th 2011.

You see, if you want to spend in Salou cheap holidays during Christmas, this might be the chance for you!

Have you already heard from Toroella de Montgri, Costa Brava? This small town lies directly at the foot of the Montgri Massif, the so-called sleeping bishop, and should be visited if you want to admire beautiful Costa Brava weather in one of the many nice Toroella de Montgri Hotels!

Toroella de Montgri is not very far away from L'Estartit, which makes daily visits possible if you like. But of course has Toroella de Montgri in Spain its own history and charm. In fact, Toroella is known for its rich historical traces and also for the Toroella festival during the summer. But holiday in Toroella is also perfect during the other seasons, so let's concentrate on that!

The oldtown of Toroella is filled with interesting and old buildings, there are many streets to take a walk on and admire the architecture. Lovers of history and cultural heritage will admire the old San Caterina gate during their holiday in Costa Brava and also the slightly scary Torre de les Bruixes, which means Tower of the Witches.

But the most important monument to visit during your holiday in Costa Brava is the symbol of Toroella, the Toroella de Montgri Castle on the earlier mentioned Montgri Massif. The Toroella de Montgri Castle dates back to the 12^th century and absolutely worth a visit.

If you like to see a museum besides enjoying the wonderful Costa Brava weather in Toroella de Montgri, there are two Toroella de Montgri museums. The Can Quintana and Palau Solterra are two equally interesting museums and give you a good impression of history as well as contemporary art.

The wild nature of the Costa Brava is also perfectly suited for wanderings around Toroella de Montgri and nearby places. If you stay in one of the Toroella de Montgri hotels or other Toroella accommodation, I suggest planning a day or two just wandering and exploring the nature.

You should be prepared and take enough water and food with you, so that you can take a rest and maybe organize a picnic to benefit from the wonderful Toroella de Montgri weather, which is usually very mild. In case you like to explore caves, there are plenty of them. But you should speak with a professional in advance before you explore the Toroella caves on your own!

There are also different restaurants in Toroella de Montgri you should check out, it's the best way to experience the local cuisine of Costa Brava. Eating traditional dishes is one of the best parts while spending your holiday in Costa Brava, so book now one of the Toroella de Montgri hotels to experience this wonderful town at the coast of Spain!

Besides wandering around the beautiful Costa Dorada beaches and enjoying the culture and traditions, you can also participate in a lot of sport activities in Costa Dorada Spain!

One of the most popular sports is golfing in Costa Dorada, not only because of the typical nice Costa Dorada weather, but also because there are a few quite renowned places to golf. So during your next Costa Dorada holidays, think about swinging your golf club in a beautiful vacation location!

The most popular golf court is propably the one Port Aventura offers. The Port Aventura park is located in Salou, Costa Dorada and is perfect for families with children or couple who are searching for adventures during their vacation in Spain. So if you decide to visit the Portaventura Golf Course, why don't you combine it with a longer stay in the popular amusement park? You can choose between booking a hotel directly situated in the park or booking a holiday rental in Salou that is near to the park. Whatever you choose, be sure to spend your perfect holiday in Spain!

So let's take a look on the courses Port Aventura Park offers. There are three different courses, the North Course, the Centre Course and the South Course. While designing the courses, PortAventura decided to restore the nature to give the visitors a unique feeling while golfing in Costa Dorada. The courses are also environmentally sustainable.

The North Course has a lot of lagoons and little lakes and is therefore very good for golfers who are experienced in golfing. The centre course has a lake, but what the most impressing on this golf course are the many trees that give you a feeling for the original Costa Dorada landscape.

Both the North and Centre Course were designed by Greg Norman, an Australian professional golfer and designer. The South Course combines a forest with the beautiful sight over the sea and is suitable for different levels of golf. There are also learning sessions for vacationers who want to start golfing for the first time.

So, everyone from beginner to professional should be very satisfied with this golf facility during their Costa Dorada holidays!

 
So have you already decided to book Costa Dorada hotels in Port Aventura?

Planning your Costa Dorada holiday in November proves to be a good idea, because on 7^th November in Salou, the Sardana Festival of San Marti is held! Salou is located in Tarragona at the Costa Dorada.

As you probably know by now, the sardana is the traditional dance of Katalonia. Sardana is a quite relaxing dance as it has a slower rhythm and simple, but beautiful steps. It is also a nice group activity because sardana is danced in a circle with many people holding their hands above their heads while dancing. Sometimes more than 20 people dance in a circle! But smaller circles are also possible of course.

If you are interested to join this cultural dance during your Spain holidays, don't hesitate to join! As a sign for mutual respect the dancers, or sardanistas, put something in the middle of the circle, usually their handbags or other belongings. This way, you can have a look at your belongings while dancing at the same time! There are also professional sardana groups that wear special costumes and study performances.

So expect a wonderful Sardana Festival in Salou with music and sardanistas! Salou apartments should also be no problem, because there are many beautiful Salou holiday rentals to choose from.

Most people know Salou because of its near main attraction, the Port Aventura park with its adventurous attractions and events. And of course this is also a huge plus for planning your Spain holiday in Salou! Especially if you have children, because they will love the attractions and roller coasters.

You can enjoy the park and later visit the Sardana Festival de San Marti to engage in a more calm activity. It depends on you if you want to book hotels directly in the Port Aventura Park or a Salou hotel that is near to Port Aventura.

But the park is not the only beautiful thing about Salou. The town at the Costa Dorada is beautiful itself, too. Salou has a lot of exciting beaches were you can relax, walk around or just admire the beautiful sea. Maybe you would like a hotel directly at a beach to enjoy the sea and coves and later experience the Sardana Festival San Marti? You can also try different sport activities, for example golfing at the Costa Dorada or many watersports.

But don't forget to use your Spain holiday in Salou to visit the Sardana Festival de San Marti!

Starting from 7^th October to 17^th October it is time to plan your Sitges holidays, because the Sitges Film Festival 2010 ist held again in the small coastal town next to Barcelona!

The Sitges Film Festival is known to be specialized in fantasy and horror movies, and this year it is held for the 43^rd time! It is an annual event that shouldn't be missed if you plan your Sitges Barcelona holidays in October.

As an advice, you should search for a Sitges property early enough; if it's a Sitges Hotel or apartment in Sitges is up to you. But be sure to be scared and entertained all the time! The Sitges Film Festival 2010 was originally founded in 1967, by now it is one of the most recognized and renowned film festivals in Europe and offers its visitors perfect entertainment, showing different movies and choosing winners of special categories.

But the Sitges Film Festival 2010 is not only known for the films! A very special event is the Sitges Zombie walk, held every year (this year on the first Sunday during the festival). People who want to participate can find their way to the Miramar Building around 2 pm (you should be there early as its very popular), to get dressed up and styled as a zombie for free. Then, at 20:30 pm the big Zombie Walk 2010 in Sitges starts! You can also get yourself dressed up in your Sitges Hotel and then enter the city to spend an evening full of zombie fun.

But of course, during the Sitges Film Festival 2010 the movies are important, too! Many different films are going to be shown during the film festival in Sitges, to have a overview you should visit the official Sitges Film Festival 2010 website. Besides the wonderful Sitges weather, you can enjoy foreign movies from various countries such as Japan, China or Korea, but also European countries and more Asian countries. The prices for the tickets range from 8€ to 295€ depending on your needs, so everyone should be pleased.

Prepare for horrific fun during your Sitges holidays at the Sitges Film Festival 2010!