Costa Brava Summer

As yet there is no end to the Costa Brava summer, although Lloret is much quieter these days with fewer tourist's in town. We are now well into November, and the weather is still very warm, with still a few holiday makers sunbathing on the beaches. The current temp is 21c, with just a little light cloud.

Many hotels and shops are closing down for the winter.

The biggest majority of visitors here now are from France. With only being about 1hr drive from the border, its quite easy for them to nip down here for a weekend break by the sea!
Also during the winter months, a lot of Spanish pensioners come to the coast for a bit of sun, as its now starting to cool down inland.
Snow has already started to fall in the Pyrennees which is good news for the skiers.

Lloret de Mar - Casino

Work is soon to commence here in Lloret on the new casino, which is due for completion in 2008. The cost of the work is said to be around 70 million euro.
Also on the site will be parking for approx 420 cars. The surrounding land is to be a public park.

Barcelona Boat Show.

This week end in Barcelona the 45th International Boat Show is being held. More than 1,600 exhibitors will be showing the latest boats and boating equipment. Dates for the event are 4th - 7th November. Also taking place will be the first BCN Dive at the Gran Via Exibition Hall, where the pool will be used for all kinds of activities.

Larger yachts and boats will also be on show down in Old Port of Barcelona. 

Lloret de Mar - Beach

 

Just a couple of beach scenes recently taken on Lloret beach....

Makes a change from building sandcastles I suppose!

Lloret de Mar - Costa Brava Rally.

Pictures from Saturday 21st October, with good conditions for the rally....

This week-end in Lloret was the '54 Costa Brava Rally' event for the Spanish and Catalan championships...

The main base for the cars was up near the Olympic Hotel where all the cars taking part could be seen, although these cars were on show outside the Town Hall. They were drawing lots of attention from passers-by, with every one wanting to take photo's.