foodiern

Would like to combine Barcelona & sea..is San Sabastian near by?

BettyB

We stayed in an apartment in Vilanova i la Geltru for two weeks this summer. Vilanova (a beach town) is about 40 minutes from Barcelona by very frequent (and cheap) trains. Our apartment had a pool, and it was wonderful to come back to after a hot day in Barcelona. We found the apartment through www.choosespain.com.

Rockknocker

For Foodiern:
No, San Sabastian is at the other end of the Pyrenees, on the Atlantic ocean. Barcelona is way to the east, on the Meditterranean sea. These 2 bodies of water are different.

But there are a vast number of seaside resorts near to Barcelona, many of which are accessible by train. Tossa del Mar, Blanes, the dreadful Lloret del Mar, the gay Sitges, the dreadful Salou, etc.

Tell us what you like, such as pubs/discotheques; going to a quiet beach with the children; nature and scenery; crowds versus solitude; etc.

Peter

foodiern

My sister is celebrating her 50th & was planning on celebrating in Southern Italy (Sorrento)as we love the food, beach, sightseeing,people watching, public transportation etc.Have read such interesting things about Barcelona but want some seaside options..don't need discos but certainly not quiet as we will be 3 women . Thanks

bobthenavigator

Tossa de Mar--hard to beat !

foodiern

Thanks Bob, any more info on this location? Have you vacationed there? Any recs as to hotels etc.? Thanks

bobthenavigator

Yes--but it was 1988. The Hotel Reymar was the best in town then. Good beach !

Tulips

Honestly, don't you look at a map when planning a holiday? By the way, Barcelona is right on the sea.