Archive for January, 2009

Jan 30 2009

Great Excursions in Spain this Valentines Day

Published by Travel Blogger under Romantic Travel

Valentines Day is fast approaching. Perhaps you were now thinking where is the best place to spend the sweet excursions with your lover. Costa del Sol Spain could be the best destination to spend your Valentines Day. There is so much to see and discover in this place that your partner will love the most. Costa del Sol is not just a place abounding with great historical monuments but it is also a romantic place which is ideal for lovers.

Bring your lover to the most famous full day travel in Costa del Sol which starts from, Ronda, Seville, Granada, Tangiers in Morocco and Cordoba. This would be a combination of exciting and sweet Costa del Sol adventure. However, Costa del Sol is not just ideal for lovers but also for families, friends, workmates or groups. Since Valentines is not only intended for lovers but for everyone, the latter above is always welcome to visit the city even during Valentines season. To know better the city, you should ask for a travel guide so that it would be easy for you to explore the place. Or, you can ask for a map if you want thrills and adventure.

Aside from Costa del Sol you can cross your way in the city of Granada and visit the Alhambra Palace. Granada is a great place to view Arabic architecture, stunning monuments and famous citadel. Your tour guide will show you both lovers to the fascinating Generalife gardens, the gipsy view and the Albaicin quarters. After in Granada, hop in the city of Cordoba, the great city to view incredible Islamic art; the city where you can find the striking Great Mosque in Spain. You will not just have sweet memories here but you will also learn to know better the city because this place is full of history. Travel to Spain is perhaps amazing, every city that it has is full of interesting history. A perfect destination to whatever occasions, especially to this recent period where Valentines Day is nearly coming.

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Jan 29 2009

Valencia City, Spain for Valentine Celebration

Published by Travel Blogger under Spain Destinations

This coming month of the heart, a Valentines Day is a celebration worldwide of romance and loved that is marked by sending your lovers a valentine’s card with a romantic message and giving a chocolate hearts and red roses. Some lovers would go for a travel break that taking much time to spend together. If I where to choose, I would still go to travel to Spain during the valentine season. The weather of the Spain can break and makes the whole adventure and celebration great. But the most famous celebration of women and men in Spain is during 23rd day of April which is the Festa de Sant Jordi which men gives roses to women.

Spain Valentines Day celebration is the same to some parts of the world. Some couples booked up advance in nice and cozy restaurants and exchanging of cards, giving flowers and a whisper of sweet nothings to each other. But in Barcelona, Spanish spend particularly two days when exchanging gifts between lovers. During this valentine season, travel and exploring to Spain’s some great destination is a great idea. It is a heart season and exploring the lovely city of Valencia Spain is a lover’s great getaway and you have come to a right place. Valencia is a perfect break for a romantic getaway and lot’s of exciting things to go.

Valencia Spain is an energetic city that offers an exciting town center and a magical Old Quarter. It also offers a best nightlife ever and a very fashionable area named Barrio Del Carmen. The essential part of the city that you must visit is the lovely Turia Gardens. The city is located along the Mediterranean sea which has to offer miles of a pleasant white sandy beaches which you can bring and treat your beloved and spend time. The Valencia beaches are lined along with the bars and restaurants.

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Jan 28 2009

Spain for the best Holiday Destination

Why does tourists from the different corner of the world keeps on coming back again and again in Spain? Perhaps there is something with this country that could not be found in the other countries. I always had been questioning myself every time I read about Spain. It seems to me that this country is truly a haven, a perfect destination to spend a holiday vacation. The activities that they boast are truly interesting. As what I had read, Spain is famous as the best destination for summer. Spain has a lot of places to show off that is why it became one of the best travel vacations all year round. The beaches that it has are stunning. Who wouldn’t have allured with their pristine crystal like beaches?

As I continue to read on about this amazing country of Spain, I was thinking that this country is only ideal for vacationers who love the hot rays of the sun. But suddenly, another question struck on my mind. What if there are some of the tourists who cannot manage to visit Spain during their summer season, because they have some business to do first? But then again my question was being answered. Spain has segregated places for tourists who cannot visit the country during summer. Visiting the country’s significant museums is the best place you can visit. In fact, when you allow yourself to visit the many museums of the country, you were also allowing yourself to learn more about their history and culture. Museums are considered as the Spain tourism that they are promoting. This would let the tourists know about the whereabouts of the country long before it was being discovered.

Think not only about summer season in Spain. You can definitely enjoy your Spain Holiday even during their winter season. How? It is because Spain is also a perfect destination to indulge in their winter activities such like skiing, snowmobile riding, ice skating and more. So there is no reason to feel bored when you were here in Spain. Whatever the weather, there is always a perfect place for you in Spain.

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Jan 19 2009

La Palma, Spain and its Attractions

Published by Travel Blogger under Spain Destinations

La Palma, Spain is a beautiful island in Spain which is known as Isla Bonita, Canaries archipelago greenest island. Palma is nearby Morocco, Cape Verde. With a high-spirited forests that is gently cliffs beating beaches of the black sand and the island exceptional countryside and ecological treasures for the visitors constant surprise. In La Palma, Spain you will find the amazing part that catches much your attention which is known as the Caldera de Taburiente National Park. Aside from that, La Palma posses lot areas of activities and different monuments, churches, museums and numerous hermitages. Santa Cruz de La Palma is the significant town and most famous in La Palma Spain. Nabob Carnival is a La Palma tradition that is deeply rooted and gives special attention in respect to Virgin de las Nieves. La Palma Island also offers sweet, home made cheeses, cigars and textile craft work.

Some of La Palma Spain attractions are Bellver Castle, La Jonja, La Almudaina, Church of Santa Eulalia, Drach caves and Porta de Soller. Bellver Castle is an exceptional and very famous castle and was built during 1300 and 1310.It’s building structure is circular and the ground floor consists of flat ceilings and round arches. This is one of the must to visit in Spain La Palma. La Jonja is now a cultural exhibitions and center of cultural in hosting arts. It is situated at Palma’s seafront, Paseo Sagrera near to the Cathedral. La Almudaina was formerly a fortress built by Moorish governors. Palau de l’Almudaina Muslim palace positioned at port edge. Church of Santa Eulalia situated at the Town Hall northeast. This is the famous church first that was able to build after the Jaume’s arrival. Drach Caves is a Mallorca spectacular caves and one of the most famous attraction in La Palma. Activities include a mini concert that visitors can ride a boat in the underground lakes. Lastly, Porta de Soller is a unique spot in spending whole day in the beach and you will find shops and restaurants on the beach. The bay is right for swimming with the boats in beach center and the lovely surroundings and town.

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Jan 16 2009

Must visit places in Barcelona Spain

Barcelona Spain is famously known as the “Great Enchantress” of which it is very obvious. As one of the best cities of Spain, you can never blame the tourists of coming in here all year round. Barcelona is covered with stunning gothic architectural structure which mostly been made by the famous Antoni Gaudi. As part of the European nation, Barcelona’s music, art, fashion, gastronomy, and architecture is rivalry to the other famous capitals of Europe. Wherever you gaze in Barcelona, the city has always something to see and a place to dwell with. But the most interesting places to visit in Barcelona are the following.

  • Palau de la Música Catalana—this attraction in Barcelona is famous as the flagship of the city’s Modernisme. It was Lluís Domenech i Montaner who designed this architecture. It is here were art pieces like ceramics, stained glass, sculpture, paintings and several of decorative techniques are housed.

  • Parc Güell—your Barcelona travel would not be complete without visiting this amazing place of the city. This is actually been the playful park of the famous Gaudí. Located in the elevated village of Gràcia. This amazing sightseeing was also been developed as community garden for Count Eusebi Güell together with his close friends.

  • Boqueria Market—known as the oldest open-air market, not only in Barcelona but all over Europe. Enveloped with different colors and aromas, located off from Rambla. This famous market is the market heart of both tourists and locales in Barcelona. The commodities found in here are fish, meat, mushrooms, fruits, vegetables and more.

  • Casa Batlló & the Manzana de la Discòrdia—in English “Apple of Discord”. This captivating structure was designed by the three famous architects namely; Domènech i Montaner, Puig i Cadafalch, and Gaudí. But the most open to the public among the masterpieces of the three, only Gaudi’s masterpieces which are the Casa Batllo, skull and bones balconies, underwater interior are the most noteworthy.

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Jan 16 2009

Cheers to Vino Espanol

Published by Travel Blogger under Spain Wine Guide

Spanish Wine or Vino Espanol is a fast growing industry in Spain. Wine has a significant role in every society. Even the Bible has referred to it as a gift of God. Wine connoisseur would travel far to taste the best wines. I am surprised to know that there are wine course offered in Spain. I mean wine tasting courses in Spain is second nature to them and not to some cultures.

Some places in Spain really produce good wines; wines like The Canary & Balearic Islands Wine, Andalucian Wine, Rioja Wine, Castilla-la Mancha & Madrid, Navarra and Basque Wine, Castilla y Leon wine, Levante Wine, Catalonia Wine, Galicia Wine and Extremadura Wine.

Wine connoisseurs would strut to these cities and regions of Spain to sample the quality of wine produced. Admittedly, some wines needs improvement in its making; yet a few had entered the international market and are even tagged as one of Europe’s Best Wine.

The wine classification system in Spain is similar to Italy and France egulated under Denominacion de Origen (DO) system. There are three labels to choose from: Crianza, 12 months in a cask and two years old; Reserva also spent at least a year in a cask and three years of age; Gran Reservas are five years old and spent two years in a cask and three years in a bottle.

Wines found in the Galacian regions in the northwestern part of the country are a good way to start wine tasting. Rias Baixas are perfect partner for tapas. It was made from the Albarino grape. To the east Rueda grabbed some popularity, the place was formerly known for its sherry-like wines. Ribera del Duero should not also miss the Vino Espanol list- it is the home of the most expensive Spanish wine made by Vega Sicilia.

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Jan 11 2009

Best Holiday Vacation Spot in Fuerteventura Spain

Published by Travel Blogger under Fuerteventura Beach

Travel to Spain for me is a dream comes true. I always had been fascinated when somebody talks about the country. I don’t know for some; however Spain is famous as the country abounding with striking sceneries and pristine white beaches. Spain every year caters of almost thousands of tourists all over the world. The country is truly amazing with its countless scenery that you will never see in the other countries. The best about Spain is its various beaches which are scattered in the country’s different provinces and regions. One of the famous beach resorts in Spain can be found in Fuerteventura.

For those tourists who love sun, beach and sand this would be the best place for them. Fuerteventura as well would be the best place for tourists who want to experience different water sports or tourists who love nature. In Fuerteventura there are about 152 beaches that can be found that features different services for everyone. Some of these beaches on the other hand are wild and lonely while some are crowded with different tourists. This is one of best place to venture your Spain holiday vacation. You can even bring your family here to spend your leisure time together aside from your friends or workmates. And if you have kids with you, you can let them swim in Fuerteventura’s child-friendly beaches. You can also try surfing in their surfing beaches, and if you have the guts you can move to their nudist beaches and experience what would be the feeling.

With about 50 kilometers of fine white sand and 25 kilometers of black volcanic sand, this piece of Spain has been appointed of having the biggest selection all over Canary Islands. In the northern part of Fuerteventura lays the pristine Corralejo. This beach resort is famous tourist’s spot where you can find many glimmering white sandy beaches. Most of these beaches cater beach facilities such like shades and sun beds. Aside from Fuerteventura, Spain offers various interesting beauty spots, which is worthy to travel.

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Jan 08 2009

Spain Travel Package

Spain tours take to a country life with histories of century that built ahead the ideals of seafaring might and expansion of economic. Exploring Spain in depth includes the country as component of larger itinerary. If you prefer to travel Spain this year independently then you plan ahead to avail Spain vacation packages that available for a maximum free time. The itinerary of Spain travel offer to traveler many options in leisure activity of Spain cultural vitality, touring into Museo Naciona Del Prado the Madrid’s place world-famous to Museo De Arte Moderno in Barcelona. You will find yourself engrossed on your Spain travel tour in street activities and festivals. Take a list in your Spain vacation Packages in taking in a flash one of the Flamenco show. If you want to take a relax ambiance then visit town Salamanca at the café on the plaza or in a country stream fish for trout.

At this turning point of Spaniards history soak up a Spain travel vacations that is reach beyond every area of the country, to its people and cities. Explore and involves Spain activities this year at skiing in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. A marvelously bizarre mountain of Andalusia that is you can enjoy skiing during late spring morning and afternoon in sunbathing on the beach. Taking involve in a Spain local village fiesta that is generally religious in nature such as colorful processions and parties throughout the night. Do Tapas, one of the unique and best Spanish things to every evening by sitting in the bar while having a drink you eat Tapas. Try also to experience Gaudi’s Barcelona fabulous designed by the numerous sculptures and buildings of Gaudis popular designed. Stamp your heel and catch some at the tapping music known as Flamenco. In Spain, you can sit outside in the café choosing numerous café’s available in Spain’s cities, towns and villages and just simply sitting down and watch the world passing by.

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Jan 07 2009

Why Spain is top tourist destination?

Spain is a major destination of not only the United Kingdom citizens but of most tourists worldwide. Not only of the beaches and architecture but because of the irresistible charm of the country as a whole.

The cities in Spain are even on the top 10 or top 50 most searched destinations in Europe. Let us get a glimpse of the cities and city travel destinations in Spain and know why they are so popular with the tourist.

Malaga is on the second spot of the most searched place in one of the studies. It is a bustling and beautiful city full of charming corner and niche to idle your time away. The capital of the famous Costa del Sol, no wonder it is well-known for those who love mild climate, beaches and beautiful architecture. Primarily, Malaga has the best beaches in the world.

Alicante and Tenerife is on the third and fourth spot respectively. The remarkable Paseo Maritimo and the eighteenth century manor dwellings is also worthy of note. Alicante is another place to bask under the sun’s glory. No doubt that tourist flocked in this place to share warm weather on golden beaches. Mt. Teidi stood high in Tenerife. This place is also equipped with architecture and also beaches that entices guests. The geographical features of Tenrife are most interesting. It has the greener and cooler side and the hot dry zone. The hot dry zone is very much compared to the desert in dry countries.

Spain is full of interesting places too many to mention. I believe the country is lucky enough to be located where it is now, and to have such a splendid culture. The country now bespoke of colorful past best glimpsed through their architecture. Though admittedly tourists would visit the country not only to uncover its past but because of the glorious warm weather, splendid beaches and cool hotel accommodation it has.

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Jan 02 2009

Great Ski Experience in Spain

Perhaps you would want to escape those hot rays of the sun in your shoulder and you wanted to pamper yourself from that cool cold places like Spain. Maybe you were thinking that Spain is a place which is only abounding with gigantic mountains, alluring green lushes and top notch resorts then you were wrong.

Spain is a blessed country having both cold place and a cool one. The country is in fact best for having great skiing resort. Spain doesn’t only features beach resorts but it also offers best skiing resorts which are ideal for travelers who were looking for a unique adventure travel in Spain.

Below on the other hand are some lists of the best and famous ski resorts in Spain

  • La Molina—appointed as the oldest ski resort in Spain and has been operating since 1909. La Molina ski resort is located about 160km from Barcelona. In this recent period, La Molina offers contemporary equipments and façade showing 50km of marked runs, that includes 3 greens, 12 blues, 6 blacks and 15 reds.

  • Panticosa—the famous ski resort with locals which is located 170km from Zaragoza in the Aragon Pyreness. It covers 35km of marked runs with 4 greens, 14 blues, 16 reds and 4 blacks. With its affordable prices no one can hesitate to visit the resort.

  • Sierra Nevada—located right exactly in the southern part of Spain which is in Sierra Nevada range, Sierra Nevada ski resort is just one of best ski resorts found in the country. It is famous as the most ski resorts all over the region of Europe, no doubt this unique part of Spain have been rushed with tourists especially during its peak season.

  • Formigal—this is the best and ideal ski resort for beginners and for families. You can spend your Spain holiday vacation here. Formigal ski resort caters of about 140km with 6 green runs, 18 blues, 30 reds and 39 blacks. Located just about 170km from Zaragoza which is only 8km from the border of France; Formigal is another alluring ski resort in Spain aside from the mentioned above.

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