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March 31, 2011

Port Aventura Park

The PortAventura Park is one of the most popular theme parks in Spain, to be more precise at the Costa Dorada. It is the perfect place for adventurous people who love roller coasters but also for people who are interested in beach and culture.

 If you decide spending your holidays at Costa Dorada you should take the opportunity to visit one of Europe´s greatest theme parks. Port Aventura is very good located to other holiday destinations, like Salou, Reus, Tarragona and Cambrills. The Port Aventura Park is very well known among families with children, as they more often choose this adventurous place to spend their holidays.

port-aventura3.jpgThere are several Port Aventura hotels which are located directly in the park. So for those of you, that plan to spend a few days in the park, you have the choice between four great hotels. The Hotel Port Aventura is a very romantic and beautiful hotel in a Mediterranean style. But if you enjoy being in the Wild West with saloons and cacti, then you should stay at the Hotel Gold River. In the Carribe Resort, you can relax and enjoy the atmosphere of the Caribbean islands. And last but not least, El Paso Hotel, is built up by the Mexican style including cuisine.

For the bargain hunters among you, there are several interesting offers. If you book now, you will get 30% to 50% discount on every reservation you make until the 15th of May for a stay in the Port Aventura Park. If you stay outside the Park, you can take advantage of the "3days 2 parks" offer. Beside Port Aventura, you will also be able to visit the Caribe Aquatic Park- a gorgeous water park with numerous attractions.

March 22, 2011

Holidays in Calella

Calella is a popular destination at the Costa Brava coast and is only 55 km from Barcelona. It not only provides a beautiful beach and landscape but also a family friendly environment.

As a plus, the city is awarded with the certificate for family destination by the Official Tourism Office of Catalonia. It there for provides its visitors with plenty family friendly accommodation, such as apartments in Calella or hotels in Callela. The resort is approximately 60 kilometers from Barcelona´s International Airport and 45 kilometers from Girona´s Airport.

Calella1.jpgCalella offers an excellent range of activities, such as beach entertainment, nice restaurants and an vibrant nightlife. This holiday destination will appeal to any kind of person but teenagers, families, young children will particularly attract. The beaches of Callela are sandy and pure as cristall water, due to the fact that it is kept spotlessly clean by local council workers. The beaches are not overcrowded, because they have 50,000 square meters of sand between them. During summer times beach games, activities for children, plenty of water sports, dancing, and fiestas are arranged.

Calella is surrounded by a beautiful landscape. In addition to the great the beautiful beaches which are worth visiting (and by the way awarded for cleanness by the European Union) there is also Montenegro Nature Park. For adventurous visitors Calella offers a great landscape for mountain bike tours, spa and wellness centers, boat trips, museums and many more.

March 14, 2011

Marbella- the jewel of Costa del Sol

Marbella, situated in Andalusia and in the province of Malaga, is a favorite location of the rich and famous, as well as for ordinary folk who are willing to pay a bit extra. Marbella and the nearby marina Puerto Banus are important tourist resorts on the Costa del Sol. Marbella is famous for its luxury cruise ships and yachts which are docked in its harbor. Those who like Golf will also find plenty of golf places around Marbella.

marbella.jpgThe closest airport to Marbella is in Malaga in a distance of 50 kilometers; you can reach the luxurious city by transfers and shuttle bus in around 40 minutes. The area is served by the A7 autovia also called Autovia del Mediterráneo.

But Marbella has a down to earth side as well, an air of individuality which can be best appreciated by exploring back streets in the old part of town. One of the prettiest places is the fabled 'Orange Square' which is located just off the main street in the older district and is also home to the 16th century town hall and tourist office where you can pick up a detailed map and visitor information.

If you prefer, stroll on towards the sea along the Avenida del Mar. This is arguably one of the most delightful promenades on the Costa, flanked by classy restaurants and bars.  

Back to Orange Square, or "La Plaza de los Naranjos", as it is called in Spanish. There you will meet stately buildings, small shops, art galleries, bars and bistros have the possibility to do a lot of activity day and night. 

  marbella_.jpgBe aware of this charming place, after your visit, you might be inspired by its beautiful landscape and start to consider living there. But by now, you should consider booking a Costa del Sol accommodation. With the help of Perfect Sun Travel, finding a charming Marbella Hotel or a luxurious as well as an authentic Costa del Sol Beach Hotels has never been easier!

March 11, 2011

Lloret de Mar

lloret-de-mar.jpgLloret de Mar is one of the most popular destinations for nightlife at the Costa Brava. If you are looking for a place for the upcoming summer holiday 2011 and you love to party until the crack of dawn, you better should go to Lloret de Mar. Young people all over Europe and weekend excursionist meet at the place with numerous bars and nightclubs. Besides there are a lot of Costa Brava Hotels in Lloret de Mar. Lloret de Mar is only 40 kilometers from Girona and 75 kilometers from Barcelona and there for easily accessible. The main beach is awarded by the blue flag for cleanliness and is one of the most popular one of the Costa Brava.

Although it is known for its nightlife Lloret de Mar has a lot more to offer. There are many sights to visit. In the southwest you can visit the statue Dona Marinera. It was built in the 1955 by Ernest Maragall and it portrays a woman uplifting her hand and saluting towards the sea. This statue is representative for Lloret de Mar and is placed on a rock at the beach. Anyone who touches the statue with his feet and viewing the horizon gets the luck on his side and apparently all his wishes will come true. The famous Catalan fortress of Sant Joan from the early 11th Century invites you to visit. Unfortunately only the foundations and the tower of Sant Joan remained. The castle is now a museum in which the Catalan culture during the Middle Ages is presented. Since 1949 the fortress of Sant Joan is a cultural monument and there for strengently protected from demolition. From the fortress you have a beautiful view on Lloret and on the sea.

  lloret-de-mar 2.jpgMoreover there are two romantic churches in Lloret de Mar, on the one hand there is the church of Sant Pere del Bosc and on the other the church Església de Sant Romá. The Els Jardins de Santa Clotilde garden allows you to do a romantic walk with your beloved one. So make your reservations now for an accommodation in Lloret de Mar and experience the hilarious party atmosphere, the perfect weather and the international people.

 

March 3, 2011

Easter holiday Canary Islands

beaches_canary_islands.jpgYou want to spend your Easter Holiday under the sun, Canary Islands with a temperature of 20° in April is the perfect destination to spend your Easter holiday.

 

Canary Islands are composed of principally 7 islands. The Canary Islands are renowned for their microclimate and the beauty of their volcanic landscapes. That is why a lot of tourists choose to spend their holidays in Canary Islands.

 

What to do for your Easter holiday in Canary Islands?

 

If you like water sports, besides its wonderful beaches of fine sand, Canary Islands propose to go scuba diving in the cities of La Palma and Tenerife. You can also do windsurf and surf in Lanzarote, Tenerife and Fuerteventura. Fishing is also very spread in Canary Islands.

 

If you prefer onshore activities, you can do VTT or hiking. The ways in Canary Islands are well indicated thus you can walk safe. We suggest you to hike on the volcanic island of Lanzarote which is called the "Montagna del Fuego", the mountain of the fire in Lanzarote.

 

lanzarote_006_(cote).jpgTo spend an unforgettable moment for your Easter holidays in Canary Islands in family with your children, we suggest you to go on the Gran Canaria. Indeed the Canary Island Gran Canaria proposes an extraordinary activity; you can go in the dauphin's paradise by boat. Several excursions by boat are organized and enable you to see the dauphins. You can do your holiday in Canary Islands unforgettable.

Easter in Canary Islands

 

As all Spain, Canary Islands celebrate Easter from the 18th to the 24th of April. Habitants of the Canary Islands celebrate the resurrection of the Christ with impressive processions. Take as a tip the processions in the Laguna on the Canary Island of Tenerife to enjoy Easter.

 

How to get to the Canary Islands?

 

To book your flight for the Canary Islands no matter if you have booked your Tenerife hotel or an apartment in another place, you have to know that you that the Canary Islands have 7 airports: El Hierro, Fuertaventura, Gran Canarian La Gomera, Lanzarote, La Palma, Tenerife Nord and South. Be careful with El Hierro and La Gomera airports which have liaisons just to Tenerife and Gran Canaria.

 

Where to sleep in holiday in Canaries Islands?

 

Canary Islands propose several accommodations, hotel in Canary Islands or an apartment on one of the islands. You can book your accommodation for your Easter holiday in Canary Islands with PerfectSunTravel which proposes a wide choice.

March 2, 2011

Easter in Port Aventura

vacances-paques-port-aventura-140039-3.jpg  Spend your Easter holiday in Port Aventura will enable you to take part to the Tarragona processions. Spain is a catholic country, thus the Easter processions are a main event on the Spanish calendar. The processions will take place this year from the 17th to the 24th of April 2011. These processions celebrate the resurrection of the Christ.

 

Spend your Easter holiday in Port Aventura hotel to enjoy the attraction Park. If you book now you can have until 50% of discounts on your Port Aventura stay. You can also enjoy the offer 2x1 Port Aventura, for one day paid you get one day free.

For family vacation, Port Aventura is the place to go to make your children happy.  Take your Port Aventura tickets now to travel all around the world from one place. The Port Aventura Park is full of activities. You can travel through China with the boat at the Drassana Port for your Easter in Port Aventura. You can also do a trip through the Far West from the Estacio del Nord by train.

 

If you come for Easter in Port Aventura, we suggest you to spend some days in the Park and then enjoy the Easter processions. Easter processions are an impressive manifestation in Spain. You can attend to the processions in all the Spanish cities. However Tarragona is a suggested destination to spend Easter, especially on Holy Friday, the Friday's procession is even renowned general interest.

 

oeufs-de-paques.jpgEven with children processions are distracting because it is an attractive manifestation with dances and parades. Thus spend Easter in Port Aventura and you will enjoy both the processions and the Port Aventura Park.

 

 

How to get to the Port Aventura Park?

 

- By car: Take the AP-7 or the E-15 and take the exit number 35 to go directly to Port Aventura Park

 

- By plane: The Port Aventura Park is served by 3 airports, Barcelona Reus and Girona. Reus airport is at 15 minutes from Port Aventura Park, Girona is at 2 hours and Barcelona at 1h15 from Port Aventura Park. From each airports you can choose to take a bus, rent a car or take a taxi.

 

- By train: Take a train with the RENFE and stop at Port Aventura station.

 

 

Where to sleep for your Easter holiday in Port Aventura?

 

You can choose a hotel in the Park to have free access to the Park. The Park proposes four hotels in the Park. The price of the hotel will be more expensive but then, you don't have to pay Port Aventura tickets. Or to spend your Easter holiday you can book now your tickets online to have discounts and take a hotel in Salou.

 

 

Book now your Port Aventura hotel and also your Port Aventura tickets online to have a chance to spend Easter in Port Aventura.

 

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