If you are avid yachtsman, or are interested in sailing, then Barcelona is the place to visit.
Spain, Spanish State (Press Release) April 17, 2008 --
More importantly if a major part of your Barcelona holiday, is going to be taken up by sailing then it’s advisable to search for some accommodation in Barcelona that is near a sailing school, or the beach front.
The sea around Barcelona is tailor-made for sailing. This is the prime reason why sailing enthusiasts from all over the world, make their way to Barcelona, throughout the year. Moreover, there are a large number of sailing schools who coach you in this regard.
What’s more, they also offer certificate training, and some of these schools are well-respected and recognized, hence the certificates do come in handy. It’s advisable to book your Barcelona hotel well in advance if you are planning to stay near the beach. Otherwise, you might have to face a bit of a disappointment.
The Port Olympic is a fashionable Marina area that lies between the beaches of Barceloneta and Icaria. The two beaches are connected by a long wide walkway, and on either side, you will find a large selection of restaurants and bars.
You will be greeted by a giant statue of a whale, made of bronze, as you begin your walk on the walkway. People come here to relax, bathe, and just stroll around. This is a relatively new district that was built for the 1992 Olympic Games, and is now one of the more popular haunts of Barcelona.
It’s a little difficult to find hotels in Barcelona in this area, as most space is take up by pubs and restaurants.
When in Barcelona, sailing enthusiast or not, you should hire a boat to take you along the magnificent coastline of the city. It’s something that must not be missed in the least. So rent a Barcelona accommodation in a way such that you are close to the sea.
The sea around Barcelona is tailor-made for sailing. This is the prime reason why sailing enthusiasts from all over the world, make their way to Barcelona, throughout the year. Moreover, there are a large number of sailing schools who coach you in this regard.
What’s more, they also offer certificate training, and some of these schools are well-respected and recognized, hence the certificates do come in handy. It’s advisable to book your Barcelona hotel well in advance if you are planning to stay near the beach. Otherwise, you might have to face a bit of a disappointment.
The Port Olympic is a fashionable Marina area that lies between the beaches of Barceloneta and Icaria. The two beaches are connected by a long wide walkway, and on either side, you will find a large selection of restaurants and bars.
You will be greeted by a giant statue of a whale, made of bronze, as you begin your walk on the walkway. People come here to relax, bathe, and just stroll around. This is a relatively new district that was built for the 1992 Olympic Games, and is now one of the more popular haunts of Barcelona.
It’s a little difficult to find hotels in Barcelona in this area, as most space is take up by pubs and restaurants.
When in Barcelona, sailing enthusiast or not, you should hire a boat to take you along the magnificent coastline of the city. It’s something that must not be missed in the least. So rent a Barcelona accommodation in a way such that you are close to the sea.
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