subject: Winters In Barcelona Spain [print this page] If you want to visit Spain, then you should visit Barcelona. Being close to the sea, this exciting city doesn't have the extreme weather differences that some of the other regions of this country experience. The temperatures are relatively mild all year long, and even in the dead of winter, January temperatures hang around 10-15 degrees Celsius. With these mild temperatures, this time of year has many advantages. One of them is that even though Barcelona doesn't have snow, doesn't mean you can't find winter sports activities.
Spain has many different ski resorts just a short distance North of Barcelona. The Catalan Pyrenees are close by; Andorra, Baqueira-Beret, and Nuria are just some of the favorites. These and many more can be a short day trip from the city, with several companies offering transportation as well as ski packages. For those on a budget, you can even find packages offering lift passes, rides to the resorts, and even rentals. How cool would it be to spend a day on the slopes, then come off the mountain and enjoy a warm evening on the beach?
There are many other reasons to spend the winters in Barcelona. For one, many tourists show up during the summer months, and at this time there are going to be a lot of crowds on the beach, and waiting in long lines for attractions. While there are going to be a certain amount of tourists in the winter, it will be far less crowded, and guided tours, water sports, and other activities are going to be more available. The off season is also a time when you will find better deals on dining, city passes, and tours. You can find bargains no matter where you turn, with cheap flights and accommodations available.
Speaking of accommodations, finding a holiday apartment during the winter time is going to be far easier than at other times of the year. There are many advantages of renting a holiday apartment, no matter what time of the year you visit this city. For one, on top of the discounts you get during the off season, renting an apartment can be far cheaper in the long run. You have more space in an apartment than a hotel room, and there are bedrooms for privacy. With a holiday apartment, and extra bathrooms, you don't have to fight over who gets the bathroom first thing in the morning. There are complete kitchens, and all you have to do is buy food and cook. This way you can experience Barcelona's real culture when shopping at local stores and markets.
When reserving your holiday apartment, it is a good idea to do it online, and there are many websites available. Booking your apartment during the winter months means there will be more options, and more apartments to rent. You should also book your flight and any tours at this time. You can also get better deals on ski packages by booking online instead as well. Planning your holiday during the winter months online means that you won't have to book your apartment, travel, or packages so far in advance.
