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The Costa Brava/Catalonia Region

Catalonia, or perhaps better known as the Catalunya region, is the area of northern Spain bordering the Mediterranean just to the south of the French border. This ancient Kingdom once extended from near Narbonne in France down to Barcelona and eastwards to include the Balearic Islands. The area was later divided between France and Spain but even today it remains fiercely Catalan, as can be seen by the numerous red and yellow striped flags proudly displayed.

Perhaps Catalunya greatest gifts to the world have been its artists, Joan Miró and Salvador Dali are both from this region, but today’s artists, the chefs of Catalunya, lead the world with their own inimitable styles and the rather exceptional cuisine, demonstrated originally by Ferran Adria of El Bulli fame and today perpetuated by the Roca brothers in Girona.

For the holidaymaker this is the Costa Brava, known throughout the world for its scenic beauty, aquamarine seas and golden sandy beaches. The most attractive area of the coast is the small area around Palafrugell which stretches from Pals and Begur in the north, south through Fornells, Aiguablava, Tamariu, Llafranc, to Calella de Palafrugell. This dramatic coastline abounds with beautiful bays, coves and headlands, with sandy beaches washed by sparkling seas, and interspersed by glistening white villages, each very different, the perfect locations for relaxing holidays.

Inland, the countryside is mainly agricultural with some wonderful timeless villages like Peratallada and Ullastret set against a distant backdrop of the ever present Pyrenees. Visit Pals, the walled medieval city; Bisbal famed for its production of ceramics; Torroella de Montgri with its Gothic palaces, courtyards and narrow streets nestling beneath the Castell de Montgri, and the spectacular gardens of Cap Roig. There are various markets to explore, vineyards to visit and slightly further away the Dali Museum in Figueres; whilst the vibrant city of Barcelona is less than 2 hours away.

For the more energetic there are no fewer than 5 golf courses nearby; you can play tennis; follow a number of planned walking and cycling itineraries; go scuba diving; enjoy all manner of water sports; hire a boat and explore the coast; or just relax soaking up the sun on one of the beautiful beaches for which the area is renowned.

 

Tamariu Area

Named after the tamarisk trees that surrounded its bays, Tamariu is a charming small resort with a crescent of golden sandy beach, which is set on a sparkling bay between majestic tree clad hillsides. It is popular with families, beach lovers and those seeking water sports, walkers, cyclists and divers, and is renowned for its excellent fish restaurants which are set on the promenade overlooking the beach and sea.

Holidays here are relaxed, lunches are long and the evenings are late but fairly quiet. The paseo is the prelude to the evening meal with longer walks along the coast for the more serious hiker, along the ancient Cami de Ronda exploring the beautiful scenery and the many coves.

There are many local festivals in the surrounding towns and villages – the main event being the Catalan Festa de St Joan on 23 and 24 June which is marked all over the region with bonfires and firework parties.

 

Getting There

FLIGHTS : GIRONA-Costa Brava airport is approximately 60 kms from the resort of Tamariu and is served by a number of airlines from the UK and Europe. The following web site will afford you further information - www.barcelona-girona-airport.com. Both BARCELONA (www.barcelona-airport.com) and PERPIGNAN (www.perpignanairport.net), just across the border in France, are also within easy reach. The following web sites may be of assistance : www.skyscanner.net; www.euroflights.info and www.travelsupermarket.com

CAR HIRE : All major car hire companies are represented at Girona, Barcelona and Perpignan airports and the following web sites will be of assistance to you : www.holidayautos.com; www.travelsupermarket.com, www.comparecarhire.co.uk and www.carrentals.co.uk

TRANSFERS : As car hire is not essential for Regina we can arrange transfers; please ask us for details and prices. There is also a good economic bus service from Girona to nearby Palafrugell run by Sarfa Bus – www.sarfa.com

BY CAR : This area of Catalunya is easily accessible by car; the best route is over the French border at La Jonquera or by ferry to Santander. Car parking is available at Regina.

Nearest Travel Links

• Airport: Girona (55 km)
• Railway: Flaca (30 km)

 

Suitable types of Holiday Tamariu

• Fishing
• Golf Course
• Horse riding
• Tennis courts
• Mountain Biking
• Walking
• Windsurfing

 

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Exterior Facilities in Regina

• Balcony/Terrace
• Parking space
• Private garden
• Private outdoor swimming pool

 

Doors from the living room open onto a furnished terrace overlooking the swimming pool and gardens. Steps lead down from this terrace to the private swimming pool, which has a sun terrace at one end furnished with loungers.

The pool is accessed by steps and there is also a pool shower. The pool measures 7.2m x 3.6m. From the terrace there are views across the resort and to Bay of Tamariu and out to sea.

 

Rental Details

SECURITY DEPOSIT – is payable locally to the managing agent of the property on arrival. This can be done by credit card imprint which will destroyed at the end of your stay; should there be any deductions for breakages or additional charges you will be advised by the managing agent of the property.

TENANCY TIMES - the property is available for occupation between 1600 and 2000 hours (1900 hours in low season) on your arrival day and should be vacated by 1000 on your day of departure. Please bear this in mind when you are booking your flights. If you have flights that are arriving late we can arrange a late key collection for you.

 

Facilities in Regina

• Cooker
• Dish washer
• DVD player
• Freezer
• Fridge
• Highchair
• Internet access
• Jacuzzi
• Kettle
• Linen provided
• Television
• Towels provided
• Washing machine

Steps lead down from the road, which is a cul-de-sac, to the villa which sits in mature grounds and the entrance is into a hall which leads down a short flight of steps to the living room.

The living room is open-plan and spacious with both sitting and dining areas and doors that open onto a furnished terrace which in turn overlooks the gardens and the swimming pool. The separate kitchen is equipped with a hob and oven, fridge/freezer, microwave and the villa has a washing machine, which is located in one of the shower rooms.

Regina has three bedrooms, a master double and two twin bedded rooms which share two shower rooms, one of which is en-suite.

Wifi can be arranged using a ''dongle connection'' at a cost of €50 per week.

A DVD player can be arranged on request.

 

Bedrooms / Bathrooms

• Bedrooms (3)
• Ensuite (1)
• Showers (1)

 

Sleeps a Maximum of 6 people:

• Single Beds (4)
• Double Beds (1)

 

Furniture

• Dining Seats (6)
• Lounge Seats (6)