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Top Hotels, Activities and Dining in Barcelona and Salou, Spain

Spain is romantic and alluring and couples flock to this exotic destination with the idea that there will be great food, fascinating scenery, and plenty of things to do, but Barcelona is a typical hot spot for travelers and the city is flooded with millions of tourists yearly so the noise level can be somewhat of a problem unless you know where to look for the quiet havens that Spain has to offer.

If you are in search of a quiet retreat, then the five star Hotel Arts Barcelona is the perfect choice. This posh hotel provides a fantastic view of the Mediterranean and is situated in a beachfront location near the historic city center where fine shops and dining can also be found. The hotel is contemporary and elegant and full of quiet ambiance as well as terraced gardens to add to the relaxing atmosphere.

If you are looking for a more upbeat atmosphere, filled with fun, then The PortAventura theme park in Salou, on the Costa Dorada should be included on your list of things to see and do. The park is only a one hour's drive south of Barcelona and is part of the Universal Mediterranean Resort. The park's theme is an adventure through exotic lands around the world. Every land features major themed rides as well as restaurants, bars, shops, attractions and live entertainment typical of each country and culture. www.portaventura.es

Four star onsite hotels for the theme park include the Hotel PortAventura, Hotel El Paso, and the Hotel Caribe. All three hotels offer excellent accommodations, lively entertainment and activities for all ages. At the Hotel El Paso you can splash around in the enormous swimming pools, one of which features a fun-filled sunken pirate galleon in a Mexican ranch type environment. At the Hotel Caribe you will find the largest white sand swimming pool in the world, and peace, relaxation and harmony are the simple things that you will experience at this luxurious Caribbean hotel. www.portaventura.es/hoteles

Excitement can be found at your doorstep when staying at the Hotel Port Ventura as it is located right inside the PortVentura Park. A quaint Mediterranean fishing village and expansive swimming pools are only part of the charming environment at this hotel. Relaxation and fun are the key elements that exist when you enter this hotel's beautiful doors.

The bustling city centre of Barcelona is like a magnet and here you will find excellent architecture, fine shopping and quality restaurants that offer samplings of local cuisine. One of the top picks for the best all around dining experience is the Cal Pep, known for its delicious tapas, and an outstanding reputation for fresh food and a fun atmosphere. Every meal is a delight and every season brings a new pleasure that follows the market's fresh arrivals.

Extreme creativity and imagination can be found in each individual dish served at the Santa Maria Restaurant. Trained chefs from the Adrian Ferra Culinary school will delight and tempt your taste buds with a variety of Tapas featuring fresh food from the local markets. The atmosphere in this restaurant is elegant, yet relaxed. www.santamania.biz

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