People have been amazed by this lesser-known paradise in Spain (stock image) (Image: Getty)
As summer is officially here, many people will looking to ditch the UK and enjoy a holiday abroad, even if temperatures across the UK are expected to rise up to 30C in the next few weeks. But it seems like Brits’ holiday habits are changing.
Research has shown that many Brits are ditching holidays in Southern Europe, as popular destinations in Spain, Turkey and Greece are seeing less tourists from the UK.
But while many might be worries about the large crowds of tourists in popular holiday destinations, there are several hidden gems just waiting to be explored.
Taking to TikTok, one account went on to praise they’d found ‘Spain’s real paradise’, as they urged holidaymakers to ditch places like Ibiza and Marbella and explore this lesser-known paradise instead.
“Forget Ibiza. This is Spain’s real paradise,” the overlay text on the video read, as it showed a snippet of the picturesque town with a beach in the background.
The video went on to highlight the gorgeous sandy beach with clear blue water that ‘looks straight out of the Caribbean’. There are also hidden water coves that are waiting to be discovered.
If you want a break from the beach, there are also Medieval towns and castles to explore, as well as coastal walking trails that boasts gorgeous views.
They added in the caption of the post: “Costa Brava is one of the most beautiful destinations in Spain, with crystal-clear waters, hidden beaches, charming medieval villages, scenic coastal walks, and stunning Mediterranean views.”
The Costa Brava, meaning “Wild Coast,” is a rugged, picturesque stretch of coastline in Catalonia, northeastern Spain. Stretching from Blanes to the French border, it is renowned for dramatic cliffs, hidden coves, medieval villages, and its ties to the surrealist artist Salvador Dalí.
“If you’re planning a Spain vacation, add Costa Brava to your travel bucket list,” the caption added.
As it is a big area, you can have your pick of where you want to stay to best match what you want to do on your holiday. If you’re looking for a charming village with rocky coves and clear waters to enjoy, then Calella de Palafrugell could be the place for you.
Famed for its stunning, Tossa de Mar boasts an intact medieval walled old town overlooking a golden beach. Meanwhile, Cadaqués is a more artsy village that was a former haven for artist Salvador Dalí. For a more activity-based holiday, Lloret de Mar is known as the bustling hub for nightlife, water parks, and package holidays.
If you’re looking to visit Costa Brava for your next holiday, the shoulder season of May, June, and September is widely considered the best time to visit. You will experience warm, swimmable weather, pleasant sea temperatures, and smaller crowds, according to Easy Jet.
July and August are peak season, bringing extreme crowds and traffic, while the winter months (November–March) are cold and see many coastal restaurants and hotels close for the season.