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Catalonia offers travellers an eclectic mix between French and Spanish culture, seducing visitors with its magical coastline, deep blue sea and rocky coves of the Costa Dorada. Further inland a rich history and magnificent architecture in the cities of Barcelona and Girona wait to be explored.
INTRODUCTION
Please find some information below that will help you assess if our luxury villas in Catalonia are the right choice for you.
You can expect beautiful sunsets, fascinating days out and excellent regional cuisine in Catalonia. Our rental villas in Catalonia are in the unspoiled areas of this region, away from the crowds that can descend on the Costa Dorada.
Lying between Barcelona and the French frontier, Catalonia enjoys some of the best of French and Spanish culture and gastronomy. The true essence is pure Catalan including the language which is now almost universally spoken here (although Spanish is understood and spoken). Many visitors come to the Costa Dorada due to its reputation as a paradise for water sports enthusiasts with sailing, waterskiing and scuba diving at one of the coastal resorts. Whilst the coast enchants sun and sea worshippers, inland lie peaceful rural backwaters with interesting towns and villages, easily reached thanks to the coastal and north-south motorways leading into and out of France.
For lovers of history there are numerous fascinating sights, from the Greco-Roman ruins of Empuries to the medieval Jewish quarter and magnificent cathedral of Girona; tiny medieval villages such as Pals or Cruilles, or magical Besalu protected by its fortified Gothic bridge.
For wine lovers the local vintages are beginning to command increasing respect among the experts. When it comes to gastronomy you are quite simply in one of the most exciting regions of Spain, if not the whole of Europe, with notable chefs presiding over their restaurants.
When it comes to art then this is the land of eccentric Salvador Dali; the extraordinary museum, his home in the Castle of Pubol, and the still enchanting fishing village of Cadaqués are all fascinating visits. Cadaqués is an arty, small coastal village which is popular for hiking and fishing.
A littler further afield but well within the reach of a full day’s excursion lie the foothills of the Pyrenees and villages such as Garrotxa and the valleys and churches of the Ripolles. During summer there are many musical performances in the region, culminating in the prestigious Pedralbes festival.
Please contact one of our experts, who will be able to tell you all about our luxury villas in Catalonia.
VILLAS IN CATALONIA
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Ca l'AmiralLocation : Catalonia,SpainCosta Brava | Bedrooms: 9 | Sleeps: 16 + 12 SPECIAL OFFER AVAILABLE! This 16th century mansion is set in a private estate with outstanding views - ideally suited for a special celebration or family holiday, with a solar heated 18m x 6m pool, separate childr(...) |
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Mas MateuLocation : Catalonia,SpainGirona | Bedrooms: 12 | Sleeps: 18 + 6 Situated within an impressive and expansive late 18th century Spanish estate, Mas Mateu is the perfect example of classic combining with contemporary to produce a match made in heaven. Steeped in Catalan history, the house is set amongst the(...) |
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Masia con TorreLocation : Catalonia,SpainSt. Pere d. Ribes | Bedrooms: 9 | Sleeps: 18 + 2 Built more than 250 years ago, Masia Con Torre is a historic Catalan manor house steeped in tradition and drenched with antiquity. Once a wine producing property, the magnificent charm of this house consists in the perfect alliance of antiqu(...) |
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PRACTICAL INFO
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Catalan & Spanish
The Euro (€) is the official currency of Spain. Coins are available in 1 cent, 2 cent, 5 cent, 10 cent, 20 cent, 50 cent , €1 & €2 denominations. Notes are available in €5, €10, €20, €50, €100, €200, €500 denominations.
Travellers cheques are widely accepted for exchange or purchase in major cities, but in more rural areas, visit a bank to exchange them for Euros. Major credit cards are widely accepted here (though a limited number of merchants have American Express accounts) and ATM access is widespread. Exchange currency only at authorized outlets such as banks and hotels, and exchange only what you think you will spend in-country. Coins cannot be reconverted on departure. Save all receipts from any currency exchange transaction. You may be asked to produce them when you exit the country, and they are required if you intend to reconvert local currency.
The Spanish are fairly relaxed about tipping etiquette. However service is not usually included in restaurants and it is common practice to leave the spare change, or up to 10% of the total in a smarter restaurant. Taxi drivers and bartenders may be tipped less. Many petrol stations are not self service, however it is not usual to tip the station attendant.
Travel documents are your responsibility. In general you should have:
The climate of Catalonia is typically Mediterranean. Therefore you will find many hours of sunshine, mild winters and warm summers. The Pyrenees and the neighbouring areas have a high-altitude climate, with minimum temperatures below 0ºC, annual rainfall above 1000 mm and abundant snow during the winter. Along the coast, the climate is very mild with temperatures increasing from north to south, while the rain behaves the opposite way. The area far from the sea has a continental Mediterranean climate, with cold winters and very hot days in summer.
It is advisable to contact your doctor before you travel if you have any specific health concerns and take out appropriate travel and medical insurance.
Electrical service in Spain is supplied at 220-240 volts/50 hertz – a converter/adaptor may be required.
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