The 7 places you must not miss on the Costa Brava
Spending a family holiday in Girona is synonymous with strolling through medieval streets, and enjoying beaches with turquoise waters and amazing cliffs. There is no doubt: the Costa Brava is capable of enamouring anyone who gets lost in it. Tossa de Mar It is ideal to spend at least a few days enjoying beautiful coves and beaches. In its skyline the medieval walled area of Vila Vella stands out, and so do sports options such as bicycle routes, hiking and water sports. Pals Pals is known for the traditional Sowing and Reaping of rice, and also for its landscapes, where […]
Diving in Benidorm
Its excellent beaches, which are part of an enviable natural environment, have made Benidorm one of the most popular Spanish tourist destinations. The New York of the Mediterranean, as it has come to be named for its impressive skyline where huge buildings stand out, has been a benchmark for over half a century due to the wide range of possibilities it offers its visitors. Diving in Benidorm, without a doubt, is one of the most attractive options and below we will explain why. The privilege of diving in Benidorm The most experienced advise us of the privilege of diving in […]
10 photos to fall in love with the Spanish coast
Beaches, coves, forests, mountains, animals and much more. Spain can boast of having rich and captivating nature in its territory. And who does not like to get lost in the sound of sea waves, the warmth of the sand and bird song? The sea is one of the strongest points in Spain and illuminates every beach on the peninsula. Each coast has its own charm and is unique in the world. We invite you to stroll along the Spanish coasts from home with these beautiful images (you can use them as a wallpaper on Zoom, for example). But be aware […]
Salou for the whole family
If you want to visit Salou with your children, we tell you that it is a good idea. This city on the Costa Dorada combines all kinds of activities, from theme parks to beautiful wilderness areas. Activities with your family in Salou The Costa Dorada stretches across the Ebro river delta, a wonderful place to go on a trip and watch the birds that find refuge there. At the other end is the Wall of Tarragona, an archaeological site that has earned the honour of being a World Heritage Site, but there is much more: Jaime I Promenade This city […]
Vermouth: a social tradition
In Spain we like to enjoy the sun, the company of our peers and take advantage of any occasion to meet up. One of those occasions is known as “vermouth time“, almost a social tradition before lunchtime. What is vermouth? Vermouth is liquor made of white wine, wormwood and bitter and tonic spices. There are red and white vermouths. Red is achieved by adding a little caramel to the preparation, which is sweeter than white, which has higher alcohol content. Vermouth in Spain is a custom that does not discriminate age. It is the perfect excuse to get together with […]
The 5 best beaches in Benidorm
1. Playa de Levante At over 2 kilometres long, it is one of the most popular urban beaches in the whole of Europe. And most of the fashionable nightclubs are concentrated on its extensive promenade. In addition, you can do many water sports in its waters. 2. Playa de Poniente It stands out for its crescent shape and fine sand. It has a family-friendly atmosphere and is perfect to spend a quiet afternoon. Poniente Beach is a good place to watch the sunset, practically at any time of the year. Like Levante beach, it is equipped with all the necessary […]
MedPlaya broadcasts optimistic messages during the fight against Covid-19
Currently, society is going through a very difficult time due to the world coronavirus crisis. Tourism, one of the most important economic sectors, is suffering the consequences of this pandemic. MedPlaya wanted to do its bit in this fight: four of our hotels have broadcast optimistic messages in a very special way. At MedPlaya we have no doubt that this situation will pass and it will be thanks to the effort and solidarity of the population as a whole. For this reason, some of our accommodations wanted to send a message of encouragement to everyone during the lockdown. The MedPlaya […]
Traveling from home is possible thanks to soundscapes
When we must stay at home, a great way to discover new places, landscapes and sites is using the many possibilities offered by the Internet. Would you like to try travelling from home? Have you heard of soundscapes? What is a soundscape? As you probably imagined, it could be defined as a landscape of sounds, a wonderful immersive experience. For example, if you live in the city and you want to get away from and spend some time in contact with nature, you can listen to wonderful sounds of rain, the sound of water or the singing of birds. If, […]
Meddy stands as the goalkeeper during half time of the Girona FC – Albacete match
After MedPlaya and Girona FC confirmed a close collaboration and sponsorship agreement, the two entities have celebrated a special event during one of its games awarding “A weekend at MedPlaya Hotel Calypso“. Being chosen through the official social networks of the hotel chain, 2 couples were invited to the official League match that the local team faced this Saturday against Albacete. The winners, who also received an exclusive pack of products, were challenged during half time to score a goal with Meddy, the MedPlaya mascot as the goalkeeper! The two participating couples successfully passed the “MedPlaya Gol” skill game and […]
The sustainability and care of Spanish beaches
Sustainability does not have holidays, which is why the cleanliness of Spanish beaches is something that concerns the authorities 365 days a year. In fact, although coasts are most visited during the summer, in order for them to look spotless in July, it is necessary to work on awareness, environmental education and, specifically, on cleaning the beaches throughout the year. Cleaning the most popular beaches on the Spanish coast Thanks to organizations like Bandera Azul (Blue Flag) and the work of thousands of volunteers throughout Spain, the beaches look cleaner every day. The environmental and civic education of those who […]
