Yacht Charter of Barcelona

In the province of Barcelona in Catalonia on the Costa Brava to the east coast of Spain. Remains the Llobregat and Besos rivers, where they reach the Mediterranean Sea. In the north, the Costa Brava Costa Dorada while staying in the south.

Barcelona is one of the most popular destinations in Europe a few million tourists annually. Only in Paris, London and Rome, even more visitors. See, the Barri Gotic or "Gothic Quarter" in the old city center of Barcelona. Many buildings date from the Middle Ages has some of the Roman settlement of Barcelona Works of Antoni Gaudí, including the international symbol of Barcelona's Sagrada Familia, Park Güell, Palau Güell, Casa Mila, Casa Vicens, Casa Batlló, the crypt of the Colonia Güell . all part of a World Heritage Site, Palau de la Musica Catalana and the Hospital de Sant Pau, designed by Lluis Domenech i Montaner. Interestingly, La Rambla, a boulevard running from downtown to the waterfront, the crowd thronged until late at night, and lined with flower vendors, craft vendors, cafes and restaurants. Barcelona seven banks. Sant Sebastian and Barceloneta beach is the largest, oldest and most common on the beach.

Most of the Puerto Olimpico own charter boat, and from there possibly to discover and explore the northern towns of the Costa Brava Tossa de Mar, Palamós, L'Estartit, Cadaqués, Llafranc and San Feliu. Or south of the Costa Dorada and see the city Castelldefells, Garraf, Sitges, Villanueva y Geltru, Tarragona and Torredembarra

What we need - experience, qualifications, visa requirements, etc. - a bareboat charter contract requires that the captain of the ship to keep the International Criminal Court, or the like

Charter Season - The main charter season from May to October, July and August the peak months to see if two of the largest crowds, and the lightest winds. Think of the shoulder season in the charter. Much busier, and more likely to air temperature comfortable for those who want to lift the sail tie time.

Weather - Barcelona Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and hot, dry summer. The average annual temperature of 20 ° C (68 ° F) during the day, and 11 ° C (52 ° F) at night. Annual average sea temperature of sea water at 18 ° C (64 ° F). In August, the warmest month, temperatures average 25-31 ° C (77-88 ° F) during the day, about 20 ° C (68 ° F) at night and the average sea temperature of 25 ° C (77 ° F ). 2524 hours of sunshine per year 138 (an average of 4.5 hours of V / day) for December, 310 (average 10 hour V / day) in July. Average relative humidity 72%, 69% to 75% in July to October. Thunderstorms are common from mid-August to November. Although Barcelona is not usually windy city, the sea breeze influence from May to September

Time difference, UTC +1

How to get there is Miss El Barcelona Airport 12 km (7.5 miles) southwest of the city. The main airport for domestic, European and North African destinations with flights to Southeast Asia, Latin America and North America. The big carriers: Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Air Berlin, Air France, Alitalia, American Airlines, British Airways, Scandinavian Airlines, Delta Airlines, Easyjet, TAP Portugal, Lufthansa, Ryanair, Spanair, Swiss International Air Lines, Ryanair. Barcelona is a hub for an extensive motorway and high-speed rail network, particularly in France, Spain, on the left.

Currency - Euro

Language - Spanish. English is widely used

Food and drink - a traditional Catalan dishes rely heavily on ingredients found in the Mediterranean Sea, including the tomato, garlic, mushrooms, eggplant, red peppers and artichokes, wheat products - bread and pasta, olive oil, wine, legumes - beans and chick peas, various pork products, chicken, lamb and fish such as sardines, anchovies, tuna and cod, and cheese. Internal meat dishes that are likely to function, particularly in intensive pig farming, food production side, while the characteristics of the fish. A traditional Catalan cuisine is very diverse, intensive pig cooked meals for the inner part of the regional fish-based recipes along the coast.

Suggested Itineraries and Routes - Head north on the Costa Brava a week.

1st Day - Barcelona - Join the ship in Port "Olympic. The harbor surrounded by good restaurants, but a certain distance from the center of Barcelona.

2nd Day - Port "Olympic - Tossa de Mar - 40 miles. Head NE. An important and very attractive boat. Who is making the edges of the TS and should be avoided if a strong wind direction. The ship dates back to Roman times called Turissa . There are many interesting sights, including a Roman villa in the old town and a fine Baroque church. Like all of the Costa Brava is a large part of the development, but the rocky shore and local building codes to prevent the extremists in the south. Many Calas attractive to the north, especially in Cala Bona.

3rd Day - Tossa de Mar - Palamós - 15 miles. Palamós big enough town and two small boats, fishing port north of the bay, the other corner of the North. Both are very busy and early booking is recommended. It is famous for its local fishing fleet and fish like shrimp. You can also anchor in the bay in Calella de Palafrugell, to consider the area is smaller and more beautiful ship. There are other beaches and Calas, so it's worth.

4th Day - Palamós - L'Estartit - 20 miles. L'Estartit Pals at the end of the Bay area, and one of the best port. Just off the coast of the Islas Medes, an underwater park, nature, wildlife and the rich diversity of corals. You can use the glass bottom boat trips around them. The nearby town of Torroella the leafy avenues and narrow streets are worth visiting, like the medieval town of Pals and Peratallada. The attachment points between tuna and Aiguablava Palamós and L'Estartit offers some protection and a beautiful painting.

5th Day - L'Estartit - Llafranc - 10 miles away. TS Go back to the coast. Llafranc is one of the most beautiful cities along the coast. The Marina is almost always full, and offers a beautiful little bay, as protection against almost any wind. But if the weather permits, it is worth a visit. The Hotel and the Hotel Levante Llafranc both excellent beach side restaurants and is an attractive area near Llafranc drinks and tapas are available, overlooking the beautiful bay.

6th Day - Llafranc - Blanes - 25 miles. Shelter shared yachts and fishing boats. In the crowded summer, and wise book ahead. The city and the surroundings pleasant. Visit the Botanical Gardens, 14 century church and the ruined palace. The view from the Castillo de San Juan, on the hill behind the shelter, it is worth the climb. A port in the west and the fine sandy beach.

7th Day - Port-Blanes' Olympic - 25 miles.

8th day - get off the Olympic Port, Barcelona

The history of the area - Barcelona founded in 15BC by the Romans. The city is conquered by the Visigoths in the first five centuries, and the Arabs in the eighth century. This once again conquered the 801 Charles, son of Louis and then declared the Counts of Barcelona. In 1137, Aragon and the County of Barcelona and the combined area is called the crown of Aragon. Forging connections between the Crown of Aragon and Castile, in 1469, marked the beginning of the fall of the cities. Barcelona has always been a citadel of Catalan separatism and the center of the Catalan revolt (1640-1652) against Philip IV of Spain. The great plague of 1650-1654 the population decreased by half in the city. The Napoleonic Wars left devastated the province, but the post-war period saw the beginning of industrialization. The resistance to the coup led by Franco Barcelona in Catalonia, an autonomous institution to eliminate the use of Catalan in public life can be turned off. Barcelona remains the heart of a region that is relatively advanced and prosperous. And I saw a large migration of poorer regions in Spain, especially Andalusia, Galicia and Murcia. In the 1992 Barcelona Olympics helped boost the city's