Costa Brava: a paradise for Summer holidays
Calella de Palafrugell
Calella de Palafrugell is a little fishing and tourist place. It is totally opposite to Lloret de Mar. There are 5-6 friendly beaches in the area of about 2 km from the city. They are crowded in the peak season.Nightlife is not developed, so this is a place primarily intended for those seeking leisure and peace during the summer. Calella de Palafrugell has recently started to offer exclusive hotels and inns, which are quite expensive.
Tamariu
Tamariu is placed in the pleasant bay surrounded by cliffs and pine forests. There are three small hotels, a few good fish restaurants and cafes. The water is crystal clear. Moreover, it is a very interesting place for divers since there are a lot of caves.It is located near the cities of Palafrugell and Begur and is about 110 km south of the border with France.
Roses
Roses is one of the largest tourist centers in the northern part of Costa Brava. It has many historical sites. One of them is a citadel at the eastern end of the city. Moreover, you can choose a free tourist guide.However, the main magnet for tourists is still sandy beaches that stretch along the bay. Above all, the approach to the city is spectacular since it is in the foothill of steep cliffs.
Cadaques
Cadaques is a miniature tourist destination. Cadaques is best known for being the home place of the famous painter Salvador Dali. He spent his vacations here during his childhood and later he decided to move to the nearby village of Port Lligat.
After Dali’s success in the U.S. during the 1950s, Cadaques was visited by many celebrities such as Walt Disney, the Duke of Windsor and Pablo Picasso. Even during the 70’s this fashion continued, so it hosted Mick Jagger and Gabriel Garcia Marquez as well. Today there are no celebrities, but there are many more tourists.
Just 1800 permanent residents live in Cadaques, but during the summer there are many tourists from France and Italy. The main attraction of the city is Dalí’s house that has been turned into a museum. It is just 15 minutes walk from the center of Cadaques. Cadaques is a small, very picturesque city. Its houses have walls painted in white color, and above them are placed rocky cliffs.
Accommodation in Costa Brava
Even though Brava in Spanish and Catalan means ‘rugged’ or ‘wild’, this Catalonian region is very beautiful and moreover, it offers many tourist facilities. You can find luxurious hotels here but you can also enjoy yourself in the tranquil little tourist reserves.Prices of accommodation on the Costa Brava significantly depend on the quality, but the cheapest double rooms are about 30 €.