If you are looking for a relaxing quiet getaway then L'ametlla De Mar is the place for you, as todays holidaymakers to the resort tend to be those who have spent the day on the beach or perhaps exploring the area. The evenings can be spent taking in a relaxing walk then onto a romantic meal in one the many restaurants or perhaps taking it easy at your Villa with a barbecue and a traditional glass of Sangria . There are small shops, restaurants and cafes to be found around the town but most tend to be situated in the town square, overlooking the picturesque harbour. Cheap flights and holidays to Ametlla De Mar are available all year round.

Region - Catalunya (Costa Dorada).
Country - Spain.
Capital City - Madrid.
Language - Spanish, English widely spoken.
Religion - Roman Catholic.
Visas - Valid UK passport.
Currency - Euro, about €1.45 = £1.
Credit Cards - Widely Accepted in Ametlla De Mar.
Time Difference - GMT +1 hour.
Flight Time UK - About 2 hours.
Ametlla De Mar Airport - REU (Reus).
Distance from Ametlla De Mar Airport - Approximatley 22 miles.
Taxi Fare from Ametlla De Mar Airport - About €84 (£58).

Driving in Spain - In Ametlla De Mar they drive on the right. EU compliant three-part pink document or international driving licence required.
Electricity in Spain - In Ametlla De Mar it is 220v 50Hz, adapter required.
Spain International Dialing Code - 0034.
Ametlla De Mar Public Phones - Ametlla De Mar International booths accept coins and phonecards, as well as credit cards.
Ametlla De Mar Mobile Phones - Ametlla De Mar has all major networks.

Spain Emergency Numbers - Emergency telephone number in Ametlla De Mar 112 (police, fire and ambulance).
Ametlla De Mar Health Risks - None.
Ametlla De Mar Safety & Security - Motorists, particularly those towing caravans, should be aware of highway pirates, who target foreign registered vehicles in service areas and subsequently stop them on the hard shoulder of motorways.

Shop Opening Times in Ametlla De Mar - Ametlla De Mar banks open 09.00-13.00 Sat (except summer). Ametlla De Mar Shops open 09.00-13.00 and 16.00-19.00. Ametlla De Mar Department stores and commercial centres 10.00-21.00. Office hours in Ametlla De Mar are 09.00-13.00 and 16.00-19.00. .

Public Holidays in Ametlla De Mar - Public holidays in Ametlla De Mar for 2007 are Jan 1, 6, March 25, May 1, Aug 15, Oct 12, Nov 1, Dec 6, 8, 25.

Ametlla De Mar Accommodation - Accommodation in Ametlla De Mar is registered and inspected by regional authorities, but results in variations nationwide. Ametlla De Mar hotels are classified from one to five-star, hostels/pensions in Reus are classified one to three-star. Other accommodation in Ametlla De Mar includes apartment-hotels, hotel-residencies, motels, self-catering, campsites, family guest houses, country villas, health spas and monasteries. .

Tipping in Ametlla De Mar - Service and tax in Ametlla De Mar are usually included in hotel bills, but tip chambermaids, porters and waiters. Restaurants in Ametlla De Mar often include service, so a gratuity is discretionary, normally 10%-15%. Taxi drivers expect 10%-15%.

Ametlla De Mar Standard of Living - In Ametlla De Mar a Bottle of beer €1 (69p), can of Coke €0.90 (62p), basic meal €9 (£6.21), good meal €24 (£16.55).

Local Festivals in Ametlla De Mar - In Reus there are the following festivals. Jan 5th: Procession of the Three Wise Men.Feb: Carnival - Parades and fireworks.Mar 3rd: Festival of Sant Medir.Apr 23rd: Festival of Sant Jordi (St. Grorge).Jun: Corpus Cristi - Parade of giants and big headed carnival figures.Jun 23rd: Sant Joan (St. John) Summer solstice with bonfires and fireworks.Aug 15th: Assumption festival.Sep 24th: Festival of La Merce - Four days of celebration with music, parades, fireworks and dancing.

Ametlla De Mar Climate - Ametlla De Mar has Mediterranean weather with hot summers and mild winters. July and August are very hot in Ametlla De Mar. There is a small amount of rain during the summer in Ametlla De Mar although the autumn months are the wettest.

Tourist Information on Ametlla De Mar
For further tourist information on Ametlla De Mar go to turisme.reus.net

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