Calella de Palafrugell has one of the best positions on the Costa Brava. Calella has changed very little over the years and escaped from mass tourism. Calella is a very popular resort for Catalans themselves and a village bringing in a mix of nationalities to enjoy the many small coves and sandy beaches that it has to offer with their crystal clear waters. From the Canadell beach to the Sant Roc beach. In Calella de Palafrugell, you will find a wide selection of bars and restaurants along the front. There are endless footpaths along the coast and inland to enjoy. The botanical gardens on Cap Roig above the beautiful El Golfet beach are a must for a visit with fabulous views out to sea. Here in the summer months there are a number of concerts that take place. Cheap flights and holidays are available to Calella all year round.

Region - Costa Brava.
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 throughout Calella.
Time Difference - GMT +1 hour.
Flight Time UK - About 2 hours 30 mins.
Calella Airport - GRO (Gerona).
Distance from Calella Airport - Approximatelt 28 miles.
Taxi Fare from Calella Airport - About €60 (£40).

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

Spain Emergency Numbers - Emergency number in Calella is112 (police, fire and ambulance).
Calella Health Risks - None.
Calella 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 Calella - In Calella Banks open 09.00-14.00 Mon-Fri, 09.00-13.00 Sat (except summer). Calella Shops open 09.00-13.00 and 16.00-19.00. Calella Department stores and commercial centres 10.00-21.00. Calella Office hours are 09.00-13.00 and 16.00-19.00. .

Public Holidays in Calella - Public Holidays in Calella are Jan 1, 6, March 25, May 1, Aug 15, Oct 12, Nov 1, Dec 6, 8, 25.

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

Calella Standard of Living - In Calella a Bottle of beer (330ml) - €1 (70p), mineral water (1L) - €0.90 (62p) and three course meal with drinks - €12 (£8.25).

Calella Climate - Conditions vary considerably, ranging from the typical Mediterranean heat and sun in the south of mainland Spain to the cooler and wetter north coast of Spain, and the refreshing mountain air of the Pyrenees and their heavy snowfalls during winter. Madrid is sweltering in midsummer, when temperatures soar, and the Leveche, a hot wind from Africa, can provide oven-like conditions in the south of Spain. There is little rain in the summer in Spain apart from the occasional thunderstorm. Winters can be surprisingly cool. The Balearics are fanned by gentle sea breezes, but can get very hot during the summer. Rainfall tends to be light in the summer, but spring and autumn can be unpredictable. The Canaries are probably the closest destination to the UK to offer guaranteed winter sun, although rain and fog are not entirely unknown in the islands.

Tourist Information on Calella
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