This natural park south of Valencia is a secluded peninsular of lagoons, rice fields and beaches, packed full with birds, tranquility and a wonderful sense of space. As a delta, the area is flat and perfect for cyclists of any ability. Many people visit in spring and autumn for the bird migrations, but there are plenty of resident birds to see in summer and winter too.

www.deltaebro.com/en/the-ebro-delta.htm
Avinguda de Sant Jaume, 1, 43870 Amposta, Spain
+34 977 70 34 53
Google map: bit.ly/Ibiapj

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With the king of city break destinations and capital of Catalonia, Barcelona, just an hour north, Tarragona gets very little coverage and unjustly in my opinion as this city, though tiny in comparison to its big brother, is well worth a visit and easy to do in a quick weekend trip. Furthermore, with Reus airport (served by Ryanair as Barcelona-Reus) just 15 minutes away, you'll be strolling the Ramblas before you know it.

The old town or Parte Alta (high part) is the most beautiful area and is home to the 12th century Cathedral and much of the Roman remains that make this a UNESCO world heritage site. There's the Plac de la Font which is a big square in front of the town hall and a great place to have a coffee and watch the world go by. The new town has a great Rambla (Rambla Nova) and leads up to a viewpoint (El Balco del Mediterrani) overlooking the Mediterranean and the amazing remains of the Roman amphitheatre.

Tarragona has also seen the recent re-development of its marina area with the aim of attracting super-yachts to the city – it makes for an enjoyable walk and it’s also where to find some of the best places to eat.

It's easy to see everything in Tarragona in a day or two and if you have longer then hire a car and make your way out into some spectacular countryside and wine country of the Priorat.

www.gocatalunya.com/tarragona_city_guide.html
www.turismepriorat.org

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Sleeping on the beach all day, great music all night. There really is little more to say about this hugely enjoyable experience - it has the best of a relaxing summer holiday and a good old-fashioned festival, plus it's significantly cheaper than most British festivals. Highly recommended.

Benicassim (near Tarragona)
Nearest airport: Barcelona Reus
www.fiberfib.com

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"Real Spain" holidays on the famous Mother’s Garden working farm - you stay in a restored cottage for up to eight people, with private pool, breathtaking mountain scenery, wildlife, wine, food and culture of the Priorat in southern Catalonia.

Half an hour from Reus airport, an hour and a half from Barcelona airport, 40 minutes by train or car from the beaches and the Roman city of Tarragona, and under two hours from Barcelona itself.

Martin & Maggie went the extra mile to make our holiday as memorable and enjoyable as possible. Their local knowledge and contacts yield a fantastic range of things to do, places to go and people to meet.

If you want to get away with the kids and be close to the water parks & beaches but not "amongst it", this could be the place for you.

They are calling this area the next Tuscany and I can see why!

www.mothersgarden.org

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