COSTA Brava perfectly blends quiet city breaks and beach holidays.
The Costa Brava covers almost 100 miles of the Catalan coastline and is famous for its stunning beaches and beautiful landscapes.
The region is about 60 miles from Barcelona, so you could head down for a day in the city in just over an hour of travel time.
In Costa Brava, you’ll find many outdoor activities like hiking, cycling, snorkelling, and some water sports.
Costa Brava is also known for its nightlife scene, with bars, clubs, and entertainment available every night.
However, Costa Brava is also an excellent location for a family holiday.
There are plenty of family-friendly activities, including water parks, zoos and parks to explore.
The most popular beaches include Lloret de Mar, Platja d’Aro, Tossa de Mar, and Cadaqués.
Here are the most popular resorts to visit and the best value all-inclusive holidays we’ve found:
Lloret de Mar is a coastal resort in the region, and it is renowned for its beautiful beaches, turquoise waters, and gorgeous scenery.
The town is tucked away within greenery, and the seaside and Lloret Beach is a long stretch of golden sand.
Other famous beaches are Fenals Beach and Santa Cristina Beach, with sandy beaches and clear seas.
And to make it even better, Lloret, Fenals and Santa Cristina beaches have been awarded the blue flag certification.
You’ll also find some incredible landmarks, like the Iglesia de San Román de Lloret, a Gothic-style church built in the 16th century.
Santa Susanna is located in Costa del Maresme, and its main beach is a Blue Flag beach with golden sands and calm waters, making it the perfect family-friendly destination.
Santa Susanna is one of the best resorts for families, as there are several kid-friendly hotels and restaurants, as well as activities like mini-golf, mini-theme parks and splash pools.
However, the location is also fantastic for nature lovers.
The resort is neighbours to the ‘Parque del Montnegre y el Corredor’ park, where you can hike, mountain bike, bird-watch and explore the natural beauty and breathtaking scenery.
Calella’s town centre stretches for two miles and is surrounded by golden sand beaches along the Mediterranean Sea and the Montnegre river branches as they enter the ocean.
Calella also has a Blue Flag beach and offers many opportunities for water sports lovers.
The historic part of Calella is close to Barcelona, and you’ll find the Santa Maria church and the 14th-century ‘Casa de los Salvador’.
While Dalmau Park is the perfect spot to observe panoramic city views.
Calella also has excellent access to Barcelona, thanks to its transportation systems, so you can easily visit iconic landmarks like the Sagrada Familia, Park Güell, and La Rambla.
No matter where you go, you’ll find traditional Catalan dishes. These include Catalan tapas, paella and Brunyols.
Wine lovers will also find many vineyards, wineries, and tasting rooms to visit and sample the local specialities.
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