A Costa Dorada Travel Guide

Costa Dorada extends from the south west in Barcelona towards Tarragona on the east. This part of Spain has pristine beaches with beautiful mountains on its background. There are also small towns and villages along the coast. Tourists from around the globe visit Costa Dorada because of its perfect warm weather and pristine beaches. It is also a great spot for a family holiday because there are lots of attractions that would interest the children. The resorts of La Pineda, Salou and Cambrils when combined will make a 10-mile long beach resort. The beautiful sand stretches for 10 miles so there is plenty of space to sunbathe, have a picnic or play some sports such as beach volleyball. These resorts are right next to the Mediterranean which has crystal clear waters that is excellent for swimming, diving, snorkeling and other exciting water sports. You can spend each and every day of your holiday on the beach and you will still want to come back the next year because of its beauty and there are so many activities that you can do. For families on holidays, you will love visiting the Universal Port Aventura which is the most famous theme park in Spain. The kids and adults alike will have a really great time with the amazing rides at the theme park. There are five zones in the theme park and each zone has a different theme. You can spend an entire day exploring the different zones. There are also lots of shows throughout the day. When your feet get tired, you can choose from among the many restaurants in the park so you can rest your feet and have a delicious meal. The theme park also has various shops where you can go shopping for souvenirs. Another great spot for families is the Aquapolis Water Park located in La Pineda. It is the perfect spot to spend the day and cool off from the heat when the temperature gets really high in Costa Dorada. There are also lots of fun activities at the water park that the entire family will enjoy such as swimming with the sea lions. Another water park is the Port Aventura Aquatic Park which has huge splash pools as well as a spacious indoor area. Salou is the most vibrant part of maison costa brava. There are lots of restaurants, bars, cafes, clubs and discos in the downtown area of Salou. If you want to spend some quiet time to relax then you can head to Cap Saloy where there are private coves and secluded beaches. Sitges is known for its luxurious mansions, carnivals and museums. It is also the venue of several film festivals in Spain. The nightlife is also known to be very exciting in Sitges. Cambrils is a traditional resort that has sandy beaches, cobblestone streets, tapas bars, restaurants as well as a charming fishing harbor. This is also the site of the best restaurants in Costa Dorada that are known for their excellent Catalan cuisine.