Traveling is one of the best things you can do for your health. It helps to relax and disconnect from the daily grind and stress. It helps your physical and mental health. It is great for the soul. There are no limits when it comes to traveling, except for what you can afford. You can sight-see around some of your most dreamed about countries or choose exotic adventures. Go by rails, car, or even by boat. There are just so many options, and they will all help you in ways that you have never imagined. It is time to start planning your itinerary and book that dream trip, start enjoying life.
One of our favorite trips, was our 2016 Summer Vacation travels to the Mediterranean. We visited a beautiful municipality by the name of Roses, in Costa Brava, Spain. We booked our stay in an amazing hotel, Vista Bella. Even the name is beautiful, in Spanish it means, "beautiful view"
We were lucky to have scored an ocean front magnificent suite.
We had a wonderful view to The Pirata Club, a beach club which had champagne flowing and music playing most of the day. We can see the boats pulling up and people getting off ready to have a great time.
While staying in this beautiful town, we learned there was a water park near by, we decided to venture out the following day to Aqua Brava. It was a great way to spend the day.
After leaving the water park we decided to hit a local Lebanese restaurant. We found El Barroco en Cadaques, Spain. We loved everything about it. From the entrance to the sweet owner whom taught my son the correct way of drinking tea, it was memorable.
We took the rest of week to explore and have a taste of the Spanish culture. One of our favorite treats was Jamon Pata Negra, also known as Jamon Iberico. It is a delicious cured ham made in Spain and made by Black Iberian Pigs. We are not normally pork eaters but one simply doesn't visit Spain, and leave without eating Pata Negra!
Of course, another must is La Paella Valenciana! A rich rice dish made with delicious seafood. There are many variations to this dish. My favorite is the Paella de Marisco, which is the seafood one.
We did stay active during our trip by hiking, walking, swimming and visiting the gym daily.
Our next stop is Italy, visit us next week for our trip highlights! Adios!
34 Comments
Kristi @ Way Beyond The Norm
Look like you had a fun visit. That hotel room is amazing!
Shana Bergsma
I fully agree. Travelling is the perfect escape to destress, appreciate the world and put everything into perspective.
Bibi on Board
I totally agree with you – traveling causes enthusiasm and releases endorphines. Gives much power to do more activities and increases self-confidence due to widening your horizons. The only limit can be the finanses, but in this case there are also solutions 🙂 If you’re single, you can always find some voluntaries or student/working programmes. There’re cheap tickets. People with friends all around the world usually don’t pay for the accommodation. I’m only afraid of hitch-hiking 😉
Can’t wait for your article from Italy! I’ve been there a few times and I didn’t get bored at all. Beautiful landscapes, great food, warm people… What else can we want? 🙂
Ecat85
This looks like so much fun!
A.J. Sefton
Travelling is a wonderful stress reliever, I agree. I have visited Spain but much prefer Italy, so looking forward to your next post. I also use my trips and holidays to carry out research for my books. Eating and drinking also counts as research! The gym – not so much. Looks like you had the perfect holiday for you.
Balogun Owomide
Now that’s what I call a too day. Lovely photos BTW!
Food Opium
HI I fully agree, travelling gives you lot of benefits, refreshes you from the boredom of life and it also gives you chance to meet the life in different plain or existence. Thanks for such an post.
thefemalefactor
Spain is a fabulous country! I’ve not visited Costa Brava but it looks gorgeous. That ham and paella are calling my name! I’ll habe to add this to my travel list.
Aditi Koranne
I agree to the title and truly travel relaxes you from the stressful everyday lives. So travel as much as you can to be happy.
Thatsmeonline
Every time I travel, I feel like I’m reborn. So I totally agree with you! Can’t wait to get on my next trip. 🙂
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Nidhi Thawal
I couldn’t agree more on your thoughts about travel. It indeed is a great escape to leave the regular hum drum of our daily lives and rejuvenate ourselves with a quick road trip on weekend, or a long beach vacation in summers. Being a travel blogger myself, I always crusade as to how travel can do the most amazing things to one’s personality.
Backpacking Series
Yes, truly, travel is definitely good for health and soul! Looks like an active fun filled holiday for you.
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vballangel5
Travel is definitely great for your soul! I loved your pictures and hope to get to visit there someday. Best of luck on your next journey to Italy!
Tushar
I love travelling, even though I did not have the opportunity to travel far in the past 10 years. Anyway, good luck with Italy.
TheSuperMomLife
I love traveling. I wish we could do it more often and to farther away places.
Adaezeboltbethel
Yummy, I am loving those sliced meat. I agree that traveling is good for the health and I think it is a great way of relaxing your busy mind.
Aleese Hughes
Looks like it was a fun trip! I’m a LITTLE jealous! Haha 😉
pujarinimitra
Love the pictures. Looks like you guys had a great time.
Mane
Amazing photos! I can see you really enjoyed the place with your family. Yes I agree visiting other places once in a while is good for the soul; it refreshes our minds.
Team Uy
you look like you really enjoyed your vacation. love your pictures
Novel Blondes
Looks like a great vacation spot, for families or couples. Thanks for sharing!
Evelyn Hernandez
It was a perfect vacation for us!
TheKitchenDoc
My new year resolution this year was to travel more.
Evelyn Hernandez
That is a perfect resolution!
Carissa
WOW! Well said and the pictures are wonderful 🙂 Thanks so much for sharing!
Tiffanie Anne
Girl, you are so right! I think travel is good for EVERYONE! Our goal is to travel more together, as a couple, and as a family!
Joanna
It looks like you had a lot of fun in your trip to Costa Brava. I live in Spain, in Andalucia, and enjoy scenery like this every day. Indeed it does very good for your health and soul. 🙂
Kelly Richardson
I’ve always wanted to go to Spain. I think travelling as a family is so important, especially as a way of bonding.
Erica
Looks like a great trip, and definitely a healthy break. The water park looked especially fun. I haven’t been to one of these in years!
mariellethinks
Such a beautiful place! Gonna add it to my bucket list:)
Prime Beauty Blog (@PrimeBeauty50)
My favorite part of travel is getting to enjoy the local food and culture. It’s always fun to explore new surroundings to revive your mind and soul.
Sydney | A World in Reach
I agree – I think travel is one of the best things we can do! Your vacation looks like it was amazing. I’m hoping to go to Spain next summer so I’ll have to keep Costa Brava in mind!
duffelbagspouseacey
You are so right. Travel is great for the end, body and soul as long as you don’t overspend or overdo it in other ways like alcohol or not being safe.
lauriegannon1
Traveling is definitely great for the heart and soul. This trip looked like it had the perfect balance of fun and healthy living. The pink champagne looked soooo good. Especially in such a gorgeous setting!
Also…please pass the jamon!