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Merida Roman Theater and Amphitheater
Posted by julia on 19 Jul 2007 | Tagged as: cities to visit, monuments
By looking at this picture you would think this is somewhere other than in Spain. But trust me this is Spain, Merida to be exact. This very special Roman theater can be traced back to 16/15 B.C. while the amphitheater is right next to it connected by an under the road tunnel which passes through a museum.
Just imagine what happened in these huge arena, gladiators fighting animals, all for show. With the passage of time water damage and natural disasters deteriorated these two theaters that eventually became the source for raw material to help build other buildings.
A must see when in Spain, along with everything else you need to see.
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A great escape to Menorca
Posted by julia on 13 Jul 2007 | Tagged as: cities to visit, beaches, outdoor activites
Ok, if you come to Spain and want to really have a relaxing time while enjoying all the beautiful views a beach town could offer you, Menorca is the place. The Menorca Wep Page is awasome, with a guide to practically every little city around, restaurants, things to do. It is one of the most complete guides I have ever seen on the internet.
Menorca is known as the windy island. It was called Menorca, the “minor” island, by the Romans, Mallorca being the mother island. The beaches that surround this little island are covered in white sand and are mostly surrounded by pine woods with rich vegetation. A great place for a great time.
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Barcelona Horse day trip
Posted by julia on 05 Jul 2007 | Tagged as: cities to visit, outdoor activites
Do you love horses? Do you love Spain? Great then you will enjoy a great day trip in through the hills of Montserrat which are one of the most beautiful sites around. Near Barcelona in the Catalonia region you will find what you are looking for. Rolling hills and mountains that will take you through paths of wonder.
Even if you are not an expert horse rider you can book a day trip excursion which starts you off with a mini instruction class so you can be sure you are safe. You are then lead through the valleys where you can ride or walk along some of the way. The horses are all trained and very happy natured so you need to worry. The tour is finished off with a great lunch or dinner in a local restaurant.
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Hacienda de Oran in Seville
Posted by julia on 02 Jul 2007 | Tagged as: hotels, cities to visit
Looking for a hotel for a friend who was coming to Seville for a visit I came across Hacienda de Oran and it looked beautiful. I booked it for her and hoped she would enjoy. As soon as she got there she quickly called me to thank me for choosing such a marvelous hotel.
She said it was like being in a little paradise with gardens that went on forever and courtyards so magnificent. I can’t wait to go there on my next viist to Seville and experience the same for myself.
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Guess opens a store in Valencia
Posted by julia on 27 Jun 2007 | Tagged as: cities to visit, fashion, shopping
Valencia is slowly becoming the next big capital in Spain. It all started with the City of Arts and Sciences which is an amazing city within a city full of great museums and theaters, and now it might just as well become the next big fashion city in Spain. Many designers are opting to open stores in this great city due to its large number of tourist and fashionable Spaniards that want and need fashion close at hand.
Guess by Marciano has just figured this out and has opened a flagship store in the Aqua commercial center located on Menorca street. In this store we will be able to purchase prèt-â-porter collections for both men and women as well as all their famous lines of jeans and accessories such as purses, shoes, sunglasses..
So, now you have a lot more reasons to visit Valencia this year.
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Searching for Hotels in Spain
Posted by julia on 26 Jun 2007 | Tagged as: hotels, cities to visit
If you are planning a trip to Spain this summer and need a hotel one of the best ways to find one is through the internet and by far one of the best Web sites for doing this is called booking.com. They offer hundreds of hotels you can search by city, by location, by monuments, by price, by star rating. Everything you need to know right there in one page.
I have been planning my own vacation and I can tell you from experience booking.com has saved me a lot of time and money. The booking is simple and they answered my questions via email quickly. The web site also provides guests comments so you can really find out what a hotel is really like. Overall, simple to use and gets you to where you want to go.
Book now with booking.com
Hospes Casas del Rey de Baeza Hotel in Seville
Posted by julia on 21 Jun 2007 | Tagged as: hotels, cities to visit
This is the luxury of luxury in the heart of Seville. It immerses all guests in a world full of cultural inspiration. This hotel is so quaint and simple yet full of history and style. The setting is stimulating to the senses and the contrast of the architecture surrounded by the natural beauty of the city makes this a must stay at hotel. The central patio is full of fragrances and colours that will revive your spirit and take you away while the views from the roof top pool will bring you back to heaven. Love it, love it, love it..
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Segovia, more than the aqueduct
Posted by julia on 20 Jun 2007 | Tagged as: Delicatessen, museums, cities to visit, monuments
If you are in Madrid a quick day trip to Segovia is a must. You can easily take a bus to Segovia where you will enjoy all the sites along the way. Once there you will be in total wonder of this small little city with so much to see.
The first and most amazing site is the Roman aqueduct which is the largest and best preserved of its kind anywhere, it served as the mintmark on all coins struck in the city from 1455 to 1864. There is the Alcazar castle which some say was the source of inspiration for Walt Disney. The 16th century cathedral is a truly amazing site and on and on with beautiful architecture all around.
Once there you will need to eat the typical dish the “cochinillo suckling pig” which is so moist it is cut in pieces with a plate and then the plate is thrown off to the side.. A perfect day in Spain.
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Alva Park and Resort in Girona
Posted by julia on 13 Jun 2007 | Tagged as: hotels, cities to visit
When I read resort & Spa ,that is all I need to get excited about summer vacations. Taking a look at hotel options I found what looks to be a very exclusive and luxurious five hotel situated in Girona. It is called Alva Park and Resort and it looks amazing and luxurious.
All the rooms are beautifully decorated with a touch of Egyptian elements, a plasma TV, DVE, and of course a Jacuzzi. This resort situated 50 meters from the beautiful beaches of Girona seems like a luscious getaway in north of Spain.
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Getting to know Barcelona
Posted by julia on 08 Jun 2007 | Tagged as: museums, cities to visit, monuments
When you go to a new city for the first time where do you start? Do you have a plan of where you want to go, what places you want to visit or do you play it by ear? I need to plan ahead and know where I´m going, I like to have everything mapped out and ready to go, call me a freak but I need control.
So, if you are planning a trip to lets just say Barcelona you will need a list of the must see places and start there. This city is full of wonder and new architecture thanks to Antoni Gaudí who has left his mark in this marvelous place. To start of you should go see la Sagrada Familia, one of the most visited places in Spain, The Casa Batlló, a very colorful apartment building that needs to be seen. You can visit wesites such as ihes that has a great list of the best places to go and the official website of Barcelona for more information.