Every year what jerseys are the most popular tends to change depending on not only the design of the shirts and how the team is performing but also who signs for the club. The success of teams on the park tends to be the biggest indicator as to what soccer shirts will be the biggest sellers but this year we have seen the players who sign for clubs influencing the shirt sales more and more, before it is known whether they will be successful for the club.

The best example of this can be seen with Real Madrid this. Real Madrid spent over £200 million in the summer signing some of the best players in the world, the most notable of which were Kaka and Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo in particular caused a huge soccer jersey buying frenzy when he was signed for a world record fee. Real Madrid shirts sold poorly last season with fortunes on the pitch not living up to their high standards, but this year Real Madrid shirts are set to outsell every other soccer kit on the market.

Barcelona soccer jerseys are also set to be one of the most popular after their success last season, when they won the league, the cup and the Champions League. Barcelona’s shirt sales were boosted again by the signing of Zlatan Ibrahimovic from Inter Milan, who when combined with the likes of Messi, Xavi and Henry, to name a few, makes Barcelona jerseys one of the most popular.

Other teams that are likely to be amongst the biggest sellers of the 2008-09 season are the likes of Manchester United, Inter Milan, AC Milan and Liverpool. These teams have a huge following and consistently sell well worldwide. There will of course be a few surprise top selling soccer jerseys this year as teams play well and win tournaments but until the end of the season we won’t be able to tell who these teams are and how many soccer jerseys they will sell.

The sales of soccer jerseys will be boosted by the World Cup next year as well as the African Nations Cup with national team shirts likely to be some of the biggest selling shirts in 2010. In 2008 Spain shirts were one of the biggest selling shirts of the year after their win in the Euro 2008 tournament and this will likely be repeated with whoever performs well and wins the 2010 World Cup. The World Cup soccer jerseys are already getting released in preparation for the big tournament next year.

There is a long way to go in the season yet, so the success and failure of teams could determine the number of soccer jerseys sold for teams but it will take a lot of to topple the Real Madrid and Barcelona soccer kit sales this season. International shirt sales are likely to be the biggest selling jerseys for 2010 with next years World Cup in South Africa set to be one of the biggest yet.

The trains of Spain are efficient, fast and relatively cheap. But in order to commute by train, you need to make an itinerary, not taking everything for granted.

There are a number of routes that are not very well served and the coverage is also not efficient at many places. You cannot expect everything to be cheap and quick always while decided to travel by train. Planning involves looking and going through the entire timetables and different routes of train in Spain. Different websites and portals can cater to your needs.

There is no doubt that a lot of times traveling by train will be cheaper in Spain as compared to the long distance travel in any other country. In fact, charges of train travel in Spain are nearly half the price of that in Germany or France. At times, train travels in Spain can also be extremely luxurious, especially if you are going for La Robla train tour. Luxury packages from Bilbao to Leon are also available.

Train travel in Spain also takes very little time, particularly at the Madrid-Barcelona AVE and Madrid- Seville Road. Inter rail passes and Eurail also makes travel cheaper in Spain. There are large numbers of discounts that are offered by these trains and the facilities they offer are also excellent but while choosing to take it you need to be very wise.

The ticket booking facility is also easier than that of booking the bus. There is only one main company that caters to different services. You do not have to keep on looking for services. Trains are also facilitated by lavoratory facilities unlike that of buses.

You can easier work by taking help of an interactive map that contains all the train routes in Spain, especially that of rail Europe. Real euro offers cheap rail passes in whole continent. Real euro offers maps for most of the European train routes.

Traveling by train also has some disadvantages in Spain. At times these tickets are not so cheap and travel is also not quick always. Sometimes you also need to pay extra. A lot of times you don’t also get direct routes and you end up wasting a lot of time. At times it also becomes difficult for you to make sure that the service of which train should be used. Although there are varieties of services, but the scenario sometimes gets very confusing. The situation is complicated towards the north and eastern parts of Spain. Price comparison and a good study of all routes can make train travel suitable for you.

Summers are all about beaches, sun-bathing, barbecues, swimming, sunblock and ice-creams, with these few things you get the perfect image of summer vacation. So before I planned my summer vacations this year, I first made a list of some cool summer travel destinations. Here is the list of top five summer travel destination in 2015 each accompanied with a brief description.

Barcelona:

Barcelona is located on Spain’s Mediterranean coast. It offers a trendy urban life and is easy for accessing beaches. Travelers love this place because of the delightful culture, delicious tapas and sunny weather. Neighboring places to Barcelona are also easy to access; you can visit them because of the individual FestaMejor which is a kind of block party with fire-runs, lots of food and fake dragons that breathe fire over the crowd.

Sardinia:

Just take the name of this place and instantly the thought comes in mind that this place is all about glamor and glitz, but that’s not completely true. Sardinia has the most amazing and beautiful sceneries in all Europe. It has delectable seafood, remnant of rich historical culture which fun and exciting to learn about.

Bali:

Bali is the perfect summer destination for those who love to party, hike, dive, and snorkel or practice yoga. You can go for a gamelan concert or you can get your diving license for unlimited diving or stay all day at the beach and party in the night time. Travel to Bali in the months of July and August as you will find the weather perfect for visiting, the monsoon season begins in November so the summers are usually dry and pleasant.

Majorca:

Majorca is one of the largest islets in Balearics; this island offers you a lot of accommodation options except the beach resorts. If you visit Majorca then do go to the Serra De Tramuntana Mountains it is a remarkable attraction of this destination and has been turned into a world heritage site because of the amazing agriculture on the steep slope of this mountain. Also visit the awe-striking wineries that are present at this island. I’m sure if you visit this place you will definitely plan to visit it again.

Menorca:

Perfect, pristine, with white sand beaches and turquoise water, these are the perfect characteristics of an amazing summer destination. This place is exactly like the ones that you see on postcards, but in reality Menorca is home to such beaches. So plan a trip to Menorca because you will love spending your summer vacation here.

Spain is one of those countries worthy of a holiday visit. There is more to Spain than its lovely beaches and southern sun. And its tourist spots are not only found along the coasts but also scattered throughout the land. Memorable landscapes, historical monuments, museums, and buildings are everywhere in Spain. Natural wonders such as mountains and beaches are also abundant where rare species of flora and fauna can be found. Here’s a list of some of the most famous spots to visit in Spain:

Alhambra: The palace of Alhambra is the reason why most visitors come to Granada. It was built during the Moorish occupation of Spain. It is included as one of the 851 sites worldwide on UNESCO’s World Heritage preservation list. The Alhambra is classified into four major sections namely, Charles V, which was built by Charles V after the reconquest of Andalusia by Spain, Alcazaba which is the original fort, the “red castle” for which the castle is named, Nasrid Palaces which are being considered as the true gem of the Alhambra, and Generalife, which has exquisite gardens. There are a number of beautiful sites to see around the different sections.

Barri Gotic Medieval Quarter: Also known as Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. It is the oldest part of the city. It is here where you’ll find many beautiful treasured places. One is the Gothic Cathedral of Santa Eulalia. Another must see is Placa Santa Jaume. It used to be Barcelona’s ancient Roman forum. There’s also Placa del Rei, Santa Maria del Pi and Placa Merce which shouldn’t be missed.

La Rambla: It is known to be the best landmark of Barcelona. It is a street in central Barcelona that is popular to both tourists and even locals. It can be crowded during peak seasons. And more often, tourists dominate the street. Because of this, the shopping selection has changed, as well as the street’s character. Must sees along this area are the Miró Mosaic, the Liceu, the Mercat de la Boqueria, the Palau de la Virreina and the Centre d’Art Santa Mònica.

La Sagrada Familia: Also known as the Church of the Holy Family, is located in the central part of Barcelona. It is an unfinished Catholic basilica which was designed by the celebrated Artist Nouveau architect Antoni Gaudi.

Ibiza: It has long been known as a place of great beauty. In the recent times it has gained its reputation as a party island too. The island is a paradise for the rich and famous. Plus, the clubbing scene is said to be like no other place. This place is one of the most unique travel destinations in the world.

George Bataille is French, postmodern novelist who is profane, promiscuous and drunken. His novels exemplify all kinds of vices. Women are treated with utter profanity and he maintains many links with promiscuous strumpets.

The main characters in his novel are Tropman and a woman called Dirty. The novel is set in three places, and those are London, Barcelona and Germany. The novel is a caricature of pathetic irony and signifies existential nihilism. What I find surprising in the novel is that none of the character's sexual adventures reach a dizzy height of poetic sublimity. The novel evokes a chaotic and anarchic pathos.

Tropman for most of the time is drunk and whoring. It's questionable whether he gets an existential pleasure. Tropman can be considered like Camus' myth of the Sisyphus where Sisyphus is condemned by the Gods to roll a boulder uphill only to find that it rolls down again. Sisyphus forced to do the same act again and again. The novel cannot be regarded as masterpiece of art. The novel takes little account of the prevalent political climate of the places. We all know that a revolution is boiling in Barcelona. The novel can be considered as Nietzsche's Dionysian because it contains violence, sadism, drunkenness and orgies. Is the novel a modern day celebration of defeated hero like Don Quixote?

Tropman is a tragic hero who wants to escape from the realities of his family and life. The novel is a literature of the abyss. Irony is a pathological symptom and has been used as a neurotic metaphor. The novel symbolizes the degradation of the human mind. There is no soulful catharsis in the novel. One feels depressed when one reads the novel. The novel is a result of lunatic mind caught in the fetish of sadistic and masochistic narcissism. None of the characters in the novel are happy. For Bataille brothels were considered as temples. Bataille is a prodigal son who never returns to the father. The novel is disgustingly pathological and neurotic. There is no richness of literature or the beauty of prose. The novel is written in plain everyday language. The characters suffer from the poverty of their minds. The novel is symptomatic of pathological cultural disease. The self becomes a dialectical machine caught in the neurotic delirium of subdued passions. The novel is a carnival of narcissism. Beliefs and value systems collapse into an abyss. The novel's portrayal of characters is myopic. We are caught in the deluge a meaningless passion.

A transatlantic cruise is the most amazing and fun way to travel from the Americas to Europe and from Europe to America. The memory of the Atlantic crossing aboard the cruises will be forever edged in your mind. The peak seasons for the transatlantic cruise deals are in autumn and summer. These are the times that the ship lines reposition their cruises.

The transatlantic voyage is served by many lines such as Celebrity Transatlantic Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Holland America Transatlantic Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, Princess Transatlantic Cruise and Royal Caribbean. You will get favorable transatlantic cruise deals aboard ships under these cruise lines.

For centuries, people have taken voyages across the Atlantic Ocean. Now, the routes are served by modern ships fitted with state of the art facilities. To attract customers amid the stiff competition, the ship lines are offering deals which target various segments of the market. For example, there are transatlantic cruise deals that target families.

Aboard the cruise voyage, people get the chance to experience different new activities. For instance, you will be able to gaze at the stars at night. The constellations are a sight to behold. Additionally, you will have the chance to explore different historic European cities along the way in addition to seeing beautiful landscapes such as the Reykjavik landscapes in Iceland.

Among the lines that offer exciting deals is the Royal Caribbean line. The line offers cruise deals with a departure from Tampa or Boston to places such as cork Ireland, Cherbourg France, and Brussels, Belgium. The ships dock in many ports along the way giving the tourists a lifetime’s opportunity to sample the different delicacies and fun the cities offer. From Europe to America, the Royal Caribbean line commences in Europe with stops in Barcelona, Oslo, Hamburg, Rotterdam and other many cities.

Also, the Norwegian cruise line offers affordable transatlantic cruise deals. It covers Miami, Southampton, Copenhagen, and Barcelona. The cruise deals offered by the line tend to target the general market segment. Hence, there are deals designed for couples on a romantic gateway, families looking to take time out to bond and interact, or people taking some time out of their busy and stressful lifestyles. This implies that there are cruise deals that will suit everyone willing to take a journey of a lifetime across the Atlantic Ocean.

Since deals change frequently, it is best advised to head over to the above lines’ websites and carry out a comparison among the many cruise deals on offer.

Lita Cabellut is a modern artist born on October 24, 1961 in Spain. She studied art at the Rietveld Academy in Amsterdam, Holland, and graduated in 1983. Lita grew up in Barcelona; at the age of 13, she was inspired during a visit to the Prado Museum. She delighted in the Old Dutch Court and Spanish master painters and decided that she wanted to pursue painting.

Immediately, Cabellut started taking painting classes to learn the classical painting methods. By the age of 18, her work had already been exhibited at the Town Hall of Masnou in Barcelona. By the next year, Cabellut left Spain to study painting in the Netherlands. She studied for two years at the Rietveld Academy before striking out on her own to earn a living as a fulltime artist.

Lita Cabellut has a unique take on traditional subjects and has developed her own contemporary spin on the fresco technique. Her style even has its own name, called the “Cabellut-palette.” She has had her artwork exhibited in galleries and museums around the world and is widely considered as an “informal figurative painter” who uses mixed techniques to achieve her art. Many people have been highly appreciative of her beautiful adaptations.

Lita Cabellut continues to have many exhibits. Her work can often be seen at one of the Bill Lowe Gallery locations in Santa Monica, California, and Atlanta, Georgia. When her artwork is not on exhibit, these galleries may have some of her work for sale. To learn more about Lita Cabellut and to view her most recent artwork, visit BillLoweGallery.com.

Spain has always welcomed campers with open arms to its many tourist spots and camp destinations. The last record says Spain has more than a thousand camp sites where people could relax and have unbridled fun. Campers have a lot of varieties to elect from and there are enough places to keep happy campers who are on a budget. Like most European countries, one can find their way around Spain with a map and basic knowledge of the Spanish language.

Presence of Regional Dialects

The main language, Spanish, is originally known as Castilian. This is the most widespread language though you will have occasions when you encounter people who speak other regional languages. This is because Spain is a congregation of many regions and each of these regions has a very dominant culture of their own. Other languages include Catalan, Galician and Euskera. So, in case you camp in Catalonia aka Barcelona then make sure you know bits of Catalan or carry an English-Catalan pocket dictionary.

Places of Interest

Spain is an appropriate diverse country and wholesome place for tourist’s delight. Prominent and well known places include Costa Brava, Costa Dorada, Madrid, Barcelona and Catalonia, Sevilla and Andalucia, Benidorm, Salou, Rosas, Tarragona, Estartit, Cambrils, Almeria, etc. Apart from these, there are hundreds of other places which are far smaller than the ones mentioned above but still they appear interesting for an adventurous and keen tourist.

Camping Sites

Among the thousands of camping sites in Spain, some are immensely popular due to the combination of luxury, cost, weather and surroundings that they offer. Some of these campsites include Andalucia (Sevilla), Asturias (Oviedo), Aragon (Zaragoza), Balearic Islands (Palma), Cantabria (Santander), Canary Islands (Las Palmas), Castile La-Mancha (Toledo), Catalonia (Barcelona), Castile-Leon (Valladolid), Extremadura (Merida), La Rioja (Logroño), (Santiago de Compostelle), Madrid (Madrid), Navarre (Pamplona), Murcia (Murcia), Valencia (Valencia) and Basque Country (Bilbao).

Other Attractions

Spain is home to many resorts operating from their beautiful beaches. Some of these beaches are an affront to the bluest sea water in Europe. Its numerous villages and towns are its other major attractions. Costa Brava is one such place with very scenic landscapes. Most of the Spain’s beaches are unspoilt with brilliant sunshine to boot. Once you are done with all the beaches and the countryside, you can always look for Spain’s great cities like Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Madrid and Bilbao. These cities are home to prominent tourist sites and cultural spots like art galleries and museums.

The autonomous region of Catalonia boasts more than a thousand years of history, its own language and unique traditions and culture.

It covers an area of nearly 32,000km2 and is located in the Northeast corner of Spain. It has its own government known as the Generalitat, over 6 million inhabitants, and is divided into four sub-regions: Girona, Barcelona, Lleida and Tarragona.

Catalonia features almost 600km of stunning Mediterranean coastline, stretching from Portbou at the French border to the Delta of the River Ebro. It encompasses the Costa Brava in the north, followed by the Costa del Maresme and then the Costa Dorada, where you’ll find the well-known resort of Salou, home to the largest theme park in Spain.

Catalonia is also blessed with a remarkable variety of landscapes. To the north, the jagged peaks of the Pyrenees offer skiers, walkers and bikers a year-round haven.

The snowy peaks, reaching heights of 3,000km, tumble down through valleys of thriving pine and fir trees, clearing to reveal shimmering lakes. There are oddly formed mountain ranges like the extinct volcanic parklands around Olot, and the unique mountain range at Montserrat – so unique it has been declared a UNESCO conservation area.

Inland Catalonia is as diverse as its coastline: there are undulating hillsides, draped with rich vineyards in some parts, and in others, dry, flat land. The intense dedication of the land workers and the irrigation from the River Ebro favours the region with exceptional olive oil, wine and fruit.

The interior of Catalonia is also graced with amazing historic buildings, fortified villages, superb cities and stunning architecture.

Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is also known as the cosmopolitan capital of Spain. It really is one of the most amazing and lively cities in Spain and offers enough sights to fill guidebook upon guidebook with pages and pages of information.

Sport plays an important role in Catalonia’s tourism infrastructure. Here is a summary of what is on offer:

• 40 marinas for sailing
• 29 golf courses
• 3 flying clubs
• 15 ski resorts
• A wide range of adventure and water sports

Don’t go home without visiting: Tossa de Mar http://www.tossacostabrava.com/

A charming coastal resort steeped in history, and overlooked by the turrets of a 12th century walled town, the Vila Vella (old town), which blends seamlessly into the Vila Nova (new town) – a maze of narrow winding streets dotted with boutique style shops, cosy bars and quality restaurants.

Tossa’s strict no high-rise policy means your scenic walk provides uninterrupted views from mountain to coast. The Mediterranean Lighthouse Interpretation Centre, opened in September 2005, is something not to be missed. Located at the summit of the Vila Vella, the observation platforms offer spectacular views along this amazingly wild stretch of coastline and the centre itself offers an excellent guided tour and virtual demonstration on the history of the lighthouse.

Girona

Historical city Girona, lying inland, is split into two by The River Onyar.

Its Cathedral, a fusion of many different historical periods and styles, highlights the old quarter. Take a stroll down the winding streets, shaded by tall, stone walls, offering an abundance of shops and quaint little riverside cafes – there’s one in C/Ballesteries that’s worth a look, its interior tiled with a hotchpotch of Spanish, Moroccan and Turkish influences and seating strewn with luxurious cushions.

The Twelfth Century Arab Baths, the old City Walls, and the museums of archaeology and history are of notable interest whilst the churches of Sant Nicolau, Sant Feliu and Sant Pere de Galligants highlight the religious background of the region.

Don’t miss the Saturday market, a parade ground for the local farmers: savour the aroma of their fruit and vegetables, olive oils, herbs, hams, and cheeses. And don’t forget to stop off for some scrumptious freshly made Churros!

Montserrat

The Monastery of Montserrat is perched on top of a 1,200-metre mountain amidst breathtaking scenery. Here you’ll find a blend of nature, culture and holiness. This pilgrimage site is as popular as Santiago de Compostela, and travellers are greeted at their journey’s summit by the 12th century Madonna – the Romanesque statue of a black Virgin Mary, known as La Moreneta (the dark virgin).

If you are daring enough to take the cable car to the tiny chapel at Santa Cova (the site of the discovery of La Moreneta), you will be amazed by the spectacular views – on a clear day it is possible to see Mallorca!

Montserrat is easily reached from Barcelona with trains leaving every hour.

Sant Feliu de Guixols

This town is at the heart of the Costa Brava, surrounded by pine and oak-filled woods. Of particular notability here is the hermitage of Sant Grau and the Gothic church with its celebrated iron gate, the Porta Ferrada. Water sports lovers are well catered for here, particularly in the nearby cove of Cala Salions and fish and seafood lovers will be well catered for with an abundance of beachside restaurants.

Mar i Murtra Jardí Botanic, Blanes

The Mar i Murtra Botanical Gardens in Blanes showcases over 4,000 species of plants from five continents, some of them threatened with extinction. The gardens also have a valuable research and study centre.

Once you are in Blanes, take the special Jardí Botanic Bus from the port, up the hair-raising bends to the gardens, which are perched way above the sea, offering amazing views.

Les Illes Medes (The Medes Islands), Toroella de Montgri

The largest marine nature reserve in Catalonia and one of the most important in the whole of the Mediterranean area. The Medes Islands are a small archipelago made up of seven islets and several reefs just a mile off the Catalan coast from Emporda and the Montgri Massif. The area is one of exceptional biological and ecological worth. The varying depths of the sea water around the islands, and the contrast of the rocky and sandy areas of the seabed, combined with the rock-type which lends itself to the formation of tunnels and caves, all work together to attract a wide variety of species – as many as 1,345 have been recorded.

Figueres

In the heart of Catalonia you’ll find Figueres, best-known as the birthplace of surrealist artist Salvador Dali and home to the famous Dali Museum. Figueres is also the where the Sardana, the traditional dance of Catalonia, originated,. More must-visits are the castle fortress of Sant Ferran, the parish church of Sant Pere, the Museum of l’Emporda and the Toy Museum.

L’Escala

A small holiday resort at the southern end of the Gulf of Roses. It is a delightful fishing village well known for its delicious sardines. The resort offers much for the water sport enthusiast, two yacht clubs and a number of marinas. This is also the point of entry to the Roman colony of Empúries, the most visited archaeological site in Catalonia.

Barcelona

Capital of Catalonia, Barcelona is also known as the cosmopolitan capital of Spain and is known throughout the world for its amazing architecture as much as for it’s people and way of life. There is much to see, here are some of the highlights:

La Sagrada Familia (Church of the Sacred Family) Antoni Gaudi’s world-renowned, still to be finished, masterpiece of modernist architecture.

Parc Guell (Guell Park) Another of Antoni Gaudi’s works, this park is characterised by sculptures and mosaics by the designer, as well as pretty winding paths and tranquil greens.

Museu Picasso (Picasso Museum) Dedicated to the work of art legend Pablo Picasso, this park is a showcase for over three 3,600 paintings, sculptures and drawings.

Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art (Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona) A striking white building designed by architect Richard Meier is home to a collection of Spanish, Catalonian and European modern and contemporary art.

Las Ramblas Pedestrianised historical street lined with flower stalls, restaurants and bars.

La Boqueria A popular and well known food market selling some of the freshest fruit, vegetables and seafood in Barcelona.

Barri Gotic (Gothic Quarter) Historic walking area with buildings dating back to Roman and medieval times. This is where you’ll find the Cathedral de la Seu, a fantastic Gothic cathedral right in the heart of the area.

Ciutat Vella (Old City) A fascinating area, steeped in history, with narrow streets and squares, Gothic mansions, museums, historic churches, bars and restaurants.

L’Eixample This district dates from the 19th-century and shows off works by famous architects such as Gaudí and Ildefons Cerdà.

Port Vell Barcelona’s vivacious harbour, full of yachts and cruise ships, with a popular entertainment complex, featuring a mall, several restaurants, a cinema and an aquarium.

Tibidabo Mountain A get-away from the main city, this mountain has a small amusement park and is a favourite walking route for hikers and those looking for a peaceful stroll.

Parc Zoologic de Barcelona (Barcelona Zoo) Zoo famous throughout the world for being home to Snowflake, the only captive albino gorilla in the world.

Barcelona Aquarium The largest aquarium in Europe, this is one of Barcelona’s main attractions.

Nou Camp Stadium This gigantic football stadium, home to FC Barcelona, is the largest in Europe, with a seating capacity of 100,000.

Don’t miss:

Crema cremada / Crema Catalana (caramelized custard cream) No visit to Catalonia is complete without trying this dessert. Catalan cream can be described as crème brullee – creamy custard with a crisp caramel topping. Catalan creams are flavoured with lemon zest and are traditionally served in an earthenware dish.

The Sardana The Sardana is a very old Catalan dance. It is an open dance that can be joined and left again at any time. It is danced in a circle, holding hands up in the air and coordinating the steps in accordance with a complex set of rules. The Sardana is performed to the tune of a typical band of ten musicians playing traditional wind instruments. The band is called la Cobla and their sound is very distinctive, and quite addictive. Throughout the year there are many occasions when you will have the chance to see – or join in – this dance, from local to national fiestas.

A trip by boat along the amazing Costa Brava coastline Whether you take a ferry, a glass-bottom boat, a Catamaran cruise complete with barbeque and champagne, a submarine type boat or a thrilling power boat ride, you’ll be amazed by the bays and coves studding the craggy, pine-carpeted coastline. Some of the bays are only accessible by boat or on foot, making them wonderfully secluded, with tranquil turquoise waters, clear as glass but for the stirring of the breeze! Those daring enough to swim through the labyrinthine tunnels that sprout off some of the caves could even find themselves on a hidden beach, and you may even find some age old forgotten treasure left by pirates many centuries ago! See the yachts of the rich, moored discreetly in hidden bays and coves with their smartly-dressed professional crew tending to a smoking barbeque, pouring pink champagne for elegant sunbathers, who will momentarily stir and look out from under their lolloping straw hats and designer shades to see who may be passing by.

Human Towers Castellers: One of the most spectacular sights observed during a Catalan festival sees teams of enthusiasts form human towers – castells – which can be up to ten people high. This complex task of organisation and perfect timing starts with a square of strong men linking arms to form a base, so that lighter men and women can climb onto their shoulders. Concentration is etched in their faces, as more lighter and smaller people climb up, increasing the storeys. Finally, the anxeneta, a young boy or girl, clambers bravely to the top, some 10 metres above the ground, and lifts one arm to show that the castell is complete.

Immediately after this, the castell begins to unravel – and sometimes the tower will collapse – to gasps from the surrounding crowd who all immediately strengthen their arms in readiness to break the Castellers’ falls.

Sant Jordi – a day for lovers in Barcelona The equivalent of Valentines Day falls on the day of St George, patron saint of Catalonia, 23 April. This is the most romantic day of the year in Barcelona and for those in love, the ideal place to be. There is an air of happiness and affection everywhere. Tradition says that on this day, men should give the woman in their life a rose, and in return, the woman gives her man a book as a sign of love and friendship. So you’ll see Las Ramblas lined with stall upon stall of roses and books, and lovers everywhere exchanging gifts – and kisses.

Catalonia: a country within a country? With a language, culture, gastronomy, traditions and even dot.domain of its own, how can Catalonia be just another region of Spain?

Spain offers its visitors a huge range of interesting places to see and visit. No matter where you go in Spain, there will always be something new and unique of interest. Different Spanish towns and regions have their own specialty depending on the history, traditions, geographical location and climate. Listed below are some of the most popular places to visit in Spain.

Barcelona

Barcelona is the most famous city of Spain. It is in fact the capital of Spain and the most cosmopolitan city. This city is one of the most famous places to travel because it constitutes a wide range of gothic architecture and also some of the most bizarre buildings of the world. This city is really famous for its buildings, art and architecture. There are a whole range of popular travel places, attractions and places of interest to enjoy in Barcelona. Also offered here are guided tours to the city, historical sites and to the most prominent monuments.

Cordoba

Cordoba is also among the most famous travel places in Spain. There are a number of beautiful attractions and sightseeing spots that are enjoyed by tourists all year long. Some of the popular tourist attractions in Cordoba include the Cordoba’s Mezquita, Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos, Juderia, Plaza del Potro, Arab waterwheels and Roman bridge and Plaza de la Corredera.

Granada

Granada is located in Andalucia in the southern part of Spain. It is among the most famous places to visit because of its fabulous Alhambra Palace. This place attracts thousands of tourists all year long. Some of the popular travel places and tourist attractions within Granada include Alcazaba de la Alhambra, Alcazar Genil, Moorish public baths, Archeological Museum and Mirador de San Nicolas.

Madrid

Madrid is the only city in Spain and the only place in the world which contains the largest collection of the work of Picasso. It also contains many beautiful artworks by the famous Spanish artists. There is a whole range of things that can be done in Madrid regardless of your age. The monuments and landmarks in Madrid are among the most famous places that visitors love to see. Some of the major attractions here are the Plaza Mayor, Royal Place, Parque del Buen Retiro, Gran Via and Plaza de Espana. Together with this, there are a number of things that you can do in Madrid. Some of the popular activities include experiencing some live Flamenco and bullfight, nightlife tours, hot air balloon flights and so on.