Archive for septiembre, 2010

The glorious variety of Catalan gastronomy

Jueves, septiembre 16th, 2010

Now we will go in Catalonia, to know their food and institutions together to preserve local cuisine and the diversity of their crops.

Gastronomic routes:

The people of Gallecs, today is a natural paradise where your neighbors are struggling to care for about 750 hectares that prevail in their products field to turn, step by step in a truly organic garden.

Catalan gastronomy

Photography by flydime

In Gallecs (Vallès Oriental) native species were planted tomatoes, green beans, zucchini or cauliflower. His neighbors have recovered ancient varieties of wheat, some of which survive in very few places in Catalonia. And he cultivated a type of bean (called the gantxet) very popular and nutritious, but very productive, which is the essential complement to a good sausage. (más…)

Four tours around the world War II (Part I)

Miércoles, septiembre 15th, 2010

Memories of World War II

The operation conducted by the U.S. Army in 1944 to land on the largest suffered by the world wars left in the French province of Normandy, a track that even today, more than 60 years later, remains unchanged. Therefore Normandy, Berlin, Hiroshima and Hawaii are now places of pilgrimage with great interest. Places to retain a memory that, fortunately or unfortunately, will never be forgotten.

Memories of World War II

Photography by Erik Cleves Kristensen

Machine-gun nests on the beach:

It is still possible to walk on the sand of some beaches in northern France and bump into the metal parapets behind which the soldiers took shelter from the bullets, see the sea through the shelters from which the German infantry tried unsuccessfully to curb allies and even found some mythical Sherman tank along the promenade. (más…)

Routes to the city of Vienna

Martes, septiembre 14th, 2010

Vienna, the ancient capital of Austria-Hungary is beautiful, opulent and baroque cultural displays a fascinating way, which is known by travelers for centuries. This city has managed to retain the charm like few of his past. But the big surprise for many visitors it comes to discovering the face young and creative city that harmonizes with the nostalgic and pleasant atmosphere of the palaces and traditional cafes. To know the most vital and authentic Vienna, just a little break classic tourist circuit, which usually pass in the historic (First District), surrounded by the magnificent Ring Avenue, which today is largely pedestrian.

Vienna

Photography by Cha già José

A traditional breakfast in a cafe is best to start the day. Here in the city of Vienna, people used to spend hours enjoying a melange (coffee with milk to “Vienna”), tasting pastries and reading the press. All this also ideal before beginning the tours around the city. (más…)

Rural tourism in Toledo

Lunes, septiembre 13th, 2010

Any occasion is good to rediscover the city of three cultures. Transcendent, mysterious, unique. No order of preference, without hierarchy, without complexes, only one route for those who have never been to Toledo or, as is the case, for whom half a lifetime ago that they had seen.

Rural tourism in Toledo

Photography by Francisco Javier Martín

The example of coexistence between Arab, Christian and Jewish heritage and makes the history of this city is awesome. The next is a virtual tour of the Toledo routes:

The Cigarrales: (más…)

Family holiday in Catalonia (Spain) – Part II

Domingo, septiembre 12th, 2010

Santa Susanna, in the Maresme, family tourism is also a strategic choice for family holidays. In addition to a selection of hotels, beaches Llevant, the Dunes and Caleta has a child area where children are the masters. The inflatable water games and foam parties help to spend the day and burn energy. The fun is suitable for everyone from large to smaller proposals have fun. The station offers nautical sports including windsurfing, kite surfing and water skiing, catamaran, kayak or sail boats that are more pleasant.

Events in Catalonia

Photography by Hengist Decius

Like other populations Maresme Santa Susanna has not given up the mountain landscapes that are inland, and a mountain railway (transport) takes tourists on the promenade, through the town and goes into the landscape of the area Montnegre-Corridor park and forest park of the Font del Boter. (más…)

Family holiday in Catalonia

Sábado, septiembre 11th, 2010

Whether you are looking beaches, playgrounds and / or restaurants fitted with chairs. The family are looking for destinations that will meet your vacation needs and one of those good places Catalonia.

Family holiday in Catalonia

Photography by Toprural

Only those who have organized a holiday with dependent children know how difficult that rest days are truly that, relax and recharge. Predictable and please everyone. Some tourist destinations are aware that its leisure travelers make them and themselves by encouraging tourism. (más…)

The wine routes by Sefarad

Viernes, septiembre 10th, 2010

Today we’ll talk about the vineyards of Sefarad, on a tour of four Jewish and visit the cellars of fine wines. At this time of year the roads are teeming with vineyards Sefarad. Proudly show off its green lushness, announcement of a bumper crop. It’s the best invitation to a journey that unites the Jewish wine. In place are the cellars where they make some of the best Spanish wines. A nexus that is rooted in history, when Jews taught growers the most advanced art of the vine to the Christian peasants.

The wine routes by Sefarad

Photography by catavinsemporda

Wine route Ribadavia:

This is our first route of wine and nothing better to start Ribadavia where Sephardic traders and processors engaged in the business of wine exported to countries like England, Portugal, France and Holland. (más…)

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