Ibiza, Majorca, Tenerife, the Costa del Sol. Spain is just filled with superb beaches, which has made it such a popular holiday destination. But have you ever thought of spending your beach holiday in one of Spain’s biggest cities? Well, in Barcelona you can do just that, where one of Europe’s most important cities and seven beaches await you.

Since the Olympic Games in 1992 sparked a rejuvenation of Barcelona’s beaches, their number has grown from one to seven. They are situated along a 5km stretch of the city’s coastline, from North to South. Manned by lifeguards from June to September, they cater for a growing number of tourists and can be accessed in only 20 minutes from the city centre.

The city council is on a mission to make the beaches cleaner and safer. As they are continually improving services, the number of people now visiting the beaches every year is in the millions. But they don’t only come to see the sea. The Barcelona beach centre is also on-site. In it you’ll find lots of exhibitions and activities to do.

All along each of the beaches, you’ll be able to order drinks and food at the ‘chiringuitos’. These are beachfront bars which cater for all of the needs of beach users. The only downside is that they are a bit more expensive than places selling food off the beach.

After day is done, the chiringuitos turn into night bars, where people come to party on the sand. You can dance to the music from local DJs with the sand between your toes, or simply have a few drinks. And if you are a bit more adventurous, you can even take a dip in the sea.

But dancing isn’t the only physical activity that you can do on Barcelona’s beaches. During any visit to the sandy shores you’re bound to see joggers and walkers. The promenades are also always busy with skaters, rollerbladers and cyclists looking to keep fit. And, of course, no beach in Spain would be complete without teams taking part in a volleyball match.

The water itself is somewhere that people just love to work out. With no strong currents, swimmers are always to be seen making a splash or two. And there is nothing to worry about in the cleanliness of the water, all of Barcelona’s beaches have the EU Blue Star rating. If you are not a confident swimmer, however, stay close to the shore. This is good advice to take especially if it is windy and the waves get up.

This fact has made Barcelona’s beaches very popular with surfers. You can see surfers taking their boards to the beaches all through the year. One reason for this is the cleanliness of all of the city’s beaches. A clean beach campaign was started in 2006 to raise pollution awareness among bathers and the water quality has improved no end.

Depending on what kind of beach experience you are looking for might affect where you decide to stay. As always, renting an apartment is the cheapest way to stay in Barcelona. The beaches at the southern end of the city – Sant Sebastia and Barceloneta – are closest to its centre and are livelier. For students and young travellers, these are the places to pick out an apartment.

For those looking for somewhere a bit quieter, the beaches to the North will suit better. These include Nova Mar Bella and Llevant, which are further from the city centre. They are much less busy and are used more often by families and residents looking for peace and quiet. For easy access to these you will want to find an apartment around Poblenou or Selva de Mar.

Another advantage of being away from the city centre is that you can get a cheaper Barcelona holiday apartments. This could be music to the ears of a young group that will, effectively, only be using their rooms as a place to sleep.

Barcelona, you might be surprised, boasts some of Spain’s most sensational beaches. As a holiday destination, there can be few that offer a greater variety of things to see and do. Not only do you have stunning seaside, but there is also the potential to experience the city itself. This means you have lots of selection when it comes to apartments, as well. Indeed, Barcelona ranks alongside Spain’s more traditional holiday resorts for a great vacation. Why not find this out for yourself this year?

Seagrove Beach is located along the Florida Panhandle in a region named the Emerald Coast. Its part of an area of white sandy splendors that makes up the beaches of South Walton area. South Walton is a locale whose outdoor wonders and natural beauty was meant to be explored and appreciated by its visitors. Rather than isolating yourself from its natural setting, surround yourself with waterfront splendor and its sandy shores by selecting from the Seagrove Beach hotels available as your vacation headquarters. For those seeking the comfort of home you should consider Seagrove Beach vacation rentals for your stay.

The beaches of South Walton is full of meandering, spring fed rivers and creeks that are good for kayaking and canoeing. Additionally, the freshwater and saltwater lakes in the area offer swimming, fishing, boating, and convenience to the locales five state parks. For visitors staying in Seagrove Beach Florida, the Deer Lake State Park is close at hand and offers access to the picturesque coastal dune lake of that same name.

If you rent a bicycle for the duration of your vacation is one of the most popular ways to get around the Beaches of South Walton area, and you could really use it to get a little exercise before stopping by the Eastern Lake Nursery. Found in an old cottage and garden, you can peruse the fragrant herbs and flowers from the Deep South while there. Before starting back to the beach, also be sure to stop by a few of the antiques dealers and art galleries in Seagrove Beach to pick something up for your home or simply to browse and escape the sun.

Seagrove Beach has many natural wonders of the area are always in the forfront. The rivers, crystal clear lakes, towering pine trees, and the Gulf of Mexico are your gateway to excitement with an endless amount outdoor activities and  opportunities for exploration. Escaping the hectic nature of daily life is the easy part. Decide which activites you want to pursue is bound to be the most stressful part of your stay here. A Seagrove Beach Hotel is perfect for a family getaway or a romantic retreat. When you are staying in a Seagrove Beach hotel, early risers can enjoy a sunrise walkl on the beach.