Costa Brava

This is where the multi-storey Mediterranean madness began, and from where developing resorts can learn a lesson or two; embracing all that's good and, hopefully rejecting some of the worst aspects of Spanish tourism to be found here.

In the busier resorts entertainment is on tap 24/7 with nightlife in abundance - Lloret de Mar is part of the 18-30 scene.

Orlando has been used as a blue print for some of the theme parks which offer the visitor an alternative to the usual excursions (see below).

However, Costa Brava also yields a more restrained side to its nature, where you can select or reject what the region has to offer ... our resort guides will help you make the right choice.

Weather: Noticeably milder than the southern Spanish 'Costas' even during the summer months. Not a winter destination.

Excursions

• Three fun parks, the biggest, Port Adventura is further away in Costa Dorada but still within reach. Operated by Universal, the park has a Disney feel, with rides and shows for all ages set in different 'lands'; Catalu�a, themed as a typical Mediterranean port, Polynesia, China, Mexico and the Wild West. It will take more than a day to get round but multi-day admission prices are reasonable and bookable in the UK. Expect long queues for the rides in summer.
• Waterworld just 30 minutes outside Lloret is rammed with wet 'white-knuckle' rides.
• At Marineland dolphin and sea lion shows pack 'em in.
• Trains run approximately every 20 minutes from resorts south of Blanes to Barcelona. Journey takes approx 2 hours.
• Barcelona is a city worth seeing and within easy reach. The famous Nou Camp football stadium is one of the main modern attractions, culture fans will lap up the city's authentic architecture and the Picasso Museum, while kids might enjoy the city's world famous zoo. Tourist buses operate along different routes of interest for one fare.

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