Sitges, Spain in August?
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Sitges, Spain in August?
Hi all -
Next July/August my fiance and I will be honeymooning in Europe. After staying in Barcelona, we would like to spend 3 nights in a beach town close to the city. We think it would be nice to have a smaller town experience and just lay on the beach for a few days. We considered going north to the Costa Brava, but we did not want to rent a car and the bus system seems a little too complicated for when we want to get to BCN for our flight to Paris. So I was looking south, towards Sitges, because of the convenient train line that goes through there.
So.. is Sitges during the first week of August crazy? We'd be there Tuesday to Friday. I understand pretty much everywhere on the Spanish coast is going to be packed, but I'm hoping we will still find room to spread out our towels! Anyone have any hotel recommendations? Or perhaps other beach towns that are easily accessible that might be better?
Next July/August my fiance and I will be honeymooning in Europe. After staying in Barcelona, we would like to spend 3 nights in a beach town close to the city. We think it would be nice to have a smaller town experience and just lay on the beach for a few days. We considered going north to the Costa Brava, but we did not want to rent a car and the bus system seems a little too complicated for when we want to get to BCN for our flight to Paris. So I was looking south, towards Sitges, because of the convenient train line that goes through there.
So.. is Sitges during the first week of August crazy? We'd be there Tuesday to Friday. I understand pretty much everywhere on the Spanish coast is going to be packed, but I'm hoping we will still find room to spread out our towels! Anyone have any hotel recommendations? Or perhaps other beach towns that are easily accessible that might be better?
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Are you gay??? (LOL)...a lot of the "locals" who go to Sitges, especially in August are of that persuasion. But don't be the least bit put off by that...they never attack anyone and we always know where the happening places really are. Enjoy...it can be a lot of fun.
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No I'm not gay, and I knew that Sitges was a gay destinations.. but I assumed that it didn't mean a straight couple couldn't go or would feel awkward? Not sure.. I had read on another post that many families also vacation in Sitges, and since I have no issues with openly gay families/couples/whatever, I thought we'd try it out. Thoughts?
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No, Sitges visitors are a mixed lot - gays, lesbians, bisexuals, transgender and straight, plus families. Provided you are open minded, you should blend in, as it's very cosmopolitan. August is peak of peak and hotels charge the most and are heavily booked, so reserve well in advance.
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