Out & about in Lloret.

 Out and about in Lloret today it does now appear that the weather may be becoming more settled...I'm sure I've said that before not too long ago! 

So a few photos of the different sights we came across today while out for a walk in the sun....

 The 1st was actually taken from our balcony of the parrot that seems to have made Fenals his home for the last 2yrs.  He can often be heard making his loud squawking noises as he is flying around our local area, but its now a few weeks since he was heard so I thought he'd moved on to somewhere warmer, but here he is again hopefully hes back for the summer, sadly I don't think he's got a mate yet!

 Some of the beautiful flowers which are now in flower...Bird of Paradise above and a gorgeous pink Magnolia tree in full bloom. 

 The sun shining through the tall pine trees!

Lloret de Mar Views

An early morning walk through the woods!

Taking a walk through the woods between Lloret and Fenals gives you some of the best views of the town, its such a refreshing change to get away from the busy shopping streets and nightlife area normally associated with Lloret. From the sea front just take the path towards the Dona Marina statue and keep to the footpath which leads you to Bar Cala Banys, you then have to take the steps round the back of the bar and again keep to the pathway to reach the cliff tops from where you can see these stunning coastal views.

 

 

 

Looking towards Blanes

Today's weather in Lloret de Mar

It's looking good again for today but rain is forecast for later this week.

Renewing your passport in Spain.

As from 13th May 2013 a change will come into force regarding all British nationals who are needing to renew or replace their passports in Spain...In future all applications will be processed in Belfast instead of Madrid.

More info and the new application forms can be downloaded from www.gov.uk/overseas-passports.

Other than the change of address to which forms should be sent nothing else will change. Providing all details are correct on the application form then you should receive your passport back within 4 weeks, but you should allow 6 weeks for first time applications or lost or stolen passports.

This also applies to British nationals in Andorra.

Sail the 'Med' in Style!

After my posting earlier today about the Lloret Triathlon, I did a bit of research into the tall sailing ship which could be seen out at sea in some of the photos. The ship is the 'Royal Clipper' and was on its way to Barcelona from Monaco (not Palamos as I thought). The 134mt long ship can carry 227 guests in its 112 cabins and has 3 swimming pools on deck, it is available for charter so if you fancy a trip around the 'Med' in style then this could be the way to do it! 

Take a look at the ships website with photos and prices here....'ROYAL CLIPPER' 

The 'Royal Clipper' as seen from our balcony!