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Wonderful Beaches in Lloret de Mar

astrid — Sat, 19 May 2012 08:20:19 +0000

Lloret de Mar is an ancient fishing village with over a thousand years of history, located on the beautiful Mediterranean Sea. It is located in Selva, Gerona, Catalonia, south of the Costa Brava and 75 miles from Barcelona. It is a popular tourist destination and economic development. Its climate is Mediterranean and mild temperatures throughout the year. It is a place which is easily accessible as it is very well connected either by land, sea or air. Also connects to the surrounding villages through road (the AP-7 is close).

Formerly fishing and agriculture were the main sources of foreign exchange to the economy of Lloret de Mar. But since a few years ago, tourism is the ultimate wealth-generating activity. So much so that in high season the town’s population is four times the rest of the year.

The wonderful beaches of Lloret de Mar are the major attraction for thousands of tourists who come to them in search of sun, relaxation and fun. Among them are: Lloret beach, Playa de Fenals, Playa Santa Cristina, among others. The color of its waters, the transparency of tariffs, the natural environment around them thick and golden sand are the main responsible. There are 7 kilometers of coastline for its environmental quality, cleanliness and excellence in services and equipment, receive annual certification from the Blue Flag awarded by the European Union.

But the beaches are not the only interesting place in Lloret de Mar also has a rich cultural and natural heritage. Among the cultural sites are: the Church of Sant Roma, the Castle of Sant Joan, the Angel Monument, the Monument to Women Marinera, the Hermitage of Santa Cristina, the Maritime Museum, among others. And for nature lovers the 48 square kilometers of territory in which they can enjoy various activities such as hiking, mountain biking, snoerkel, diving and kayaking are a true paradise.

Cultural activities are also an attraction in Lloret de Mar, as it has many proposals to meet their folk traditions, including: the Festival of Santa Cristina (which takes place every July 24), and musical events and the city’s sports.

In these lands converge a wonderful climate, scenery and beautiful natural surroundings with good service at a great price. The excellent infrastructure and equipment, must be added the extensive shopping, leisure, dining and hotels in Lloret de Mar, which makes it a unique tourist destination.

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La Seu Cathedral in Palma de Mallorca

astrid — Sat, 19 May 2012 07:42:26 +0000

Mallorca is a beautiful destination from wherever you look, and represents an attractive architecture, cultural and religious. Therefore, Palma Cathedral, also known as La Seu, is a great exponent of religion on the island.

Unusually, the construction of the Cathedral of Palma began in 1229 but more than 100 years later, in 1346, King James II of Mallorca consecrated building. However, the final conclusion of the new cathedral was in 1601.

Like any construction of those times, its architecture is Gothic line and retains to this day the world’s largest gothic rosette of origin, not current, called the Eye of the Gothic.

Most Majorcan building also houses the tombs of ancient kings and rulers of Majorca Jaime II and Jaime III. Until today, the Cathedral of Santa Maria de Palma is the highest in Spain and is the second in Europe behind the Cathedral of Beauvais.

La Seu was also declared in 1931 as a Historic-Artistic Monument, and enter their classrooms is really impressive. The Gothic buildings of past centuries are a great look and prehistoric value. It is also very common for repeatedly carrying out work of remodeling and refurbishment of facilities.

Schedule a trip to one of the cathedrals in the world is a great opportunity to meet part of architectural history and Christian de Mallorca, Spain and the world.

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Puerto de Santa Maria

astrid — Sat, 19 May 2012 07:23:32 +0000

Puerto Santa Maria is a coastal town which lies on the River Guadalete in the center of Cadiz, in southern Andalusia. It has an area of 15,900 hectares and a population of 100,000. Its river port is connected to Cadiz by a small boat, the “Vaporcito Port”, which in a beautiful ride across the bay.

Its territory has areas of marsh, Nature Reserves declared by its ecological richness, dunes, the Sierra San Cristobal, the countryside of Jerez and miles of beach of fine golden sand where you can enjoy the sun, water and a variety of water sports (diving, snorkeling, etc.).

Among the historic buildings and buildings with heritage and cultural interest of Puerto Santa Maria include: museums Muñoz Seca, Rafael Alberti and the Municipal Museum. Also: the main church (early fifteenth century), the Castillo de San Marcos (mosque built in the tenth century), the Convento de la Victoria (one of the most beautiful buildings of the style of the Catholic kings of Andalusia, for fifteenth century, early XVI). His many palaces, such as the Palace of Vizarrón, Imblusqueta Palace (town hall), the Palace Villareal, etc., So it was long known as the city’s 100 palaces.

The Mansions of the Chains, Carvajal, of the Friars and Varela, the Plaza de Toros (1880) and Castillo de Doña Blanca (valuable archaeological site).

A must in Puerto de Santa María is called Ribera del Marisco, to sample the delights of the Bay and Gulf. The Casino, Water Park, the Puerto Sherry (one of the best marinas in Europe) and its outstanding wineries where wine is stored is produced in the area, are among its many attractions.

Puerto de Santa Maria has an interesting tourist and leisure. From there go many trips to different places in Cadiz, you can make boat trips around the bay or enjoy classic bullfighting.. Bullfighting Summer Season. And to round off the attractions of the town, the variety of accommodation is vast: many hotels, apartments, houses, etc., Near the beach or downtown.

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The Ribeira of Porto

astrid — Sat, 19 May 2012 06:52:17 +0000

Formerly ships brought goods to Cais da Ribeira in Porto (the area between Ponte Dom Luis I and the Praça da Ribeira), today this neighborhood does not work just like cargo port, but at night but it is a place with great atmosphere, dozens of pubs, cafes and restaurants and the most characteristic landscape of Porto.

To visit the area can begin to lift up Lada (daily from 8 to 22) that rises to the top of the Cathedral. From the elevator will get a privileged view of the Ribeira of Porto.

Cais da Ribeira is guarded by medieval walls of Oporto the time of Dom Fernando. In their doors and walls is the neighborhood of Barredo, labyrinthine and maintains much of its antique look.

Next to the Dom Luis I Bridge, there is a sign commemorating the tragedy of Ponte das Boats. It happened in 1809 when a crowd crossed an old bridge called Ponte das Boats (a bridge built on boats) fleeing French troops and the bridge collapsed.

At one end of the Ribeira is the Praça da Ribeira where the tourist bars of the city of Oporto.

For the Rua da Fonte Taurine can also find nice restaurants and bars. The Casa do Infante is on the street near Rua da Alfandega, worth visiting this mansion where it is said that Prince Henry the Navigator was born in 1394. The mansion was used as the Treasury of the Crown for centuries. In his files is largely the history of the city and remains of a Roman building.

In the spring highlights the existence of a gate called Postigo do Carvão. Of the 18 doors or shutters of Fernandina Wall built in the fourteenth century, this is the only one that has survived to this day.

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Tips – Driving in Portugal

astrid — Sat, 19 May 2012 05:59:54 +0000

Legislation, rent and expenses

Although Portugal has traditionally had very bad roads it is getting better at top speed with the new highways. However, in many areas (especially rural) remains essential to use the car and drive along roads quite old.

Traffic rules are international, so it makes no difference with Spain. Fines must be paid at the time, with cash or card (the guards are dataphone for it) or immobilize the vehicle. In the parking penalties given a deadline. As always, we should take the driving license, vehicle registration documents and insurance to the last receipt. If rent is to take the lease.

The maximum allowable blood alcohol level is 0.5 in Portugal and, beyond it, there are severe penalties.

To have to know that gasoline is more expensive than in Spain for the tax differential. Also at midnight tend to close most of the stations, so do not get caught in a rush at dawn. The price of gasoline is regulated and is everywhere the same. How on any trip should fill the tank before entering the country roads where it is rare to find gas stations.

If you get thrown on the road for a breakdown or emergency service is 24 hours of attention to accidents and breakdowns called Pronto-Socorro-Service. South of Coimbra must call 219429103 and north will do to 218430001. As in Spain, the highway can be used intercoms oranges or call 112, which is the emergency number for the whole country (it’s free).

Car Hire in Portugal

To rent a car in Portugal you can check our search engine offers cheap rental cars.

Note that require you to be over 21 years, the ID card and driving license for over a year old. The offices where we can rent them often at airports or stations. When you rent default insurance does not include theft or completeness of the occupants, which is achieved by an additional 8 or 10 euros a day.

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How to Pick a Good Tour Guide?

vby — Fri, 18 May 2012 11:17:46 +0000

Choose Travel and Holidays

There are numerous websites available for your vacation or travel guide. These can give a lot of useful information if you want to travel to South America, Europe, Asia, or even a little known place in a beautiful coastline.

All Internet sites and guide books or holiday typically offer all this and more. When you’re planning a holiday in the United States, keep in mind that most states and many municipalities have websites that provide extensive information about the most interesting areas to visit in your state. These websites will indicate the best time to visit, news on the best hotels and the best restaurants that are there to please your stay.

The Guide

A quality travel guide includes the best places for your holiday along with a brief review of the hotels with their qualifications. These ratings are usually made by a rating service and reliable hotel reviews of the best are information on pricing, availability and services provided in the room. Occasionally you may come across a comment posted by a recent guest. Note that a negative review might have happened due to a minor disagreement. Some Internet sites let you book a room or provide a link to a website that lets you make a reservation.

If you still do not know where to spend your holiday, visit the pages of a website and download your travel guide can show you some of the attractions available. A guide to holiday like Avalon Travel website, for example, offers recommendations for your travel, such as a cruise, shore activities, extreme sports and theme parks, winter activities and travel by road. The strategy is built around finding a tempting idea, while reading one of these guides can help you in choosing the right place.

Some guides can offer video file consisting of places that a traveler is satisfied with your vacation. The guides offer lifestyle advice for visitors and holiday. This may include family counseling honeymooners, elderly, gays and lesbians, people with a disability, single and students. When choosing a travel guide, check latest offers articles about destinations in the world that are interested in seeing. Find out if the site accepts articles from sponsors who pay a marketing fee. A good website will give you the facts customs requesting for a number of destinations, allowing you to have data on some of the areas in the world and avoid misunderstandings for reasons of personal safety.

If you are considering taking a vacation, we invite you to visit our blog on travel and vacations and download our guide and find out about the lowest prices and read interesting articles about different destinations.