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- Costa Dorada
Costa Dorada
The hue of the fine sand on the wide, wonderful beaches of
Spain's Costa Dorada (Golden Coast) has given this popular holiday
region its name. The 20 or so towns and villages along this
120-mile (200km) stretch of Mediterranean coastline, south of
Barcelona, have become built up with hundreds of hotels, camp sites
and apartment blocks, catering mainly for family holidays.
Entertainment consists largely of enjoying the shallow,
transparent, gentle sea, ideal for the 'bucket and spade' brigade,
and the large, thrilling theme and waterparks at the local
resorts.
Visitors who enjoy soaking up some local culture and history
find the Costa Dorada has plenty to show, particularly the main
regional city of Tarragona, which was an important army base in
Roman times and today boasts historical ruins and a variety of
museums. Excursions inland, among vineyards, olive groves and
almond plantations, take in the quaint medieval city of Montblanc
with its fine Gothic church, and there are some interesting
monastery ruins dating back to the 12th century at Poblet. Adding
to the area's natural and historic attractions is the sunny,
temperate climate.
Information & Facts
Climate
The Costa Dorada is cooler in summer than the southern Spanish
holiday mecca of the Costa del Sol, with temperatures ranging
between 73°F to 77°F (23°C to 25ºC), cooled by sea breezes. Rain is
a rarity, even during the mild winters.
Getting Around
There are good local bus services within the main towns and
resorts and a reliable train service connecting Salou, Tarragona,
Sitges and Barcelona. Car rental is a good option for those who
want to explore the interior. Drivers must hold a full driving
license and be over 21.
Language
Spanish is the official language, but English is widely
understood in areas frequented by tourists. Catalan, Galician and
Basque are spoken in the relevant areas.
Money
Spain's official currency is the Euro (EUR). One Euro is divided
into 100 cents. Money can be exchanged at bureaux de change and
major hotels, but banks give the best rates. All major credit cards
and travellers cheques are widely accepted at most hotels,
restaurants, and shops. ATMs are widespread and are generally the
cheapest and most convenient method of obtaining money.
Time
Local time is GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March
and the Saturday before the last Sunday in October). The Canary
Islands: GMT (GMT +1 in summer).