It can come as quite a surprise just how much water is lost from a swimming pool via evaporation, due to heat, humidity and wind.
Along the coast between Canet en Roussillon and Saint Cyprien, you will find the best walking, and picturesque fishermen’s “village” with ancient huts that have been refurbished with traditional materials, including reeds that are abundant here.
The mosquito, (‘little fly’ in Spanish) has been around for more than 30 million years.
If you’ve had the misfortune to accidentally step on a sea urchin (oursin), you will be very aware how painful it can be.
As the summer season continues, the evening skies of North Catalonia whizz, pop and crackle to the sight and sound of fireworks
When the fierce heat of the day recedes, head to one of the region’s many night markets for arts, crafts, jewellery, food, drink, souvenirs and more
Think Argelès, think Saint Cyprien, think Canet…..and we immediately think beach and port. But what about the villages?
How about a day out in an iconic Citroën 2CV?
Not a drive for the faint hearted, or the easily travel sick, but for lovers of wild and remote country, it is a joy!
Head out for the day to the beautiful and historic town of Palau del Vidre- bursting with history, glass blowing, good food and friendly people