Thursday, March 12, 2009

Always Asturias

Asturias is situated on the north coast of Spain. The weather in Asturias is moderate, but significantly cooler than in the south of Spain. Asturias is the perfect place for a holiday if you like to relax, take in the scenery and enjoy some of the most majestic mountain ranges in Spain. If you are looking for an Asturias hotel, an Asturias flight or even if you want to buy an Asturias property, you will find everything you are looking for in the area of Oviedo, capital of Asturias.

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Asturias lush green landscapes combine beautifully with the backdrop of mountains, and it is the perfect place for walking, hiking or relaxing and enjoying the view. Asturias reminds me of Wales –rugged and wild with above average rainfall for Spain, but not too much to spoil your holiday. Also famous for its ´scrumpy´ cider, or sidra, as it is known locally, Asturias offers a wide range of hotels, self-catering accommodation and property to suit all tastes and budgets.

What to do in Asturias

Pre-Roman monuments combine with old pilgrim routes, river fishing, kayaking and prehistoric caves to make Asturias one of the most diverse places to visit on holiday. The Camino de Santiago is probably the most famous pilgrimage route in Spain, and ends in Santiago de Compostela. The Ruta de Plata winds its way through Asturias and is picked up by thousands of
pilgrims en route to Santiago de Compostela.

things to do in Asturias

Local beaches in Asturias are perfect for lovers of water sports and golf enthusiasts are also well catered for. The Club de Golf de Castiello in Gijon offers golfers a picturesque course in Asturias.

How to get to Asturias

Asturias Regional Airport is located 40km north east of Oviedo. Flights from the UK are frequent and take less than 2 hours. Public transport and car hire are also available. The best way to get around Asturias is by hiring a car at the airport which can be pre-booked. Regular ferry connection between Plymouth and Santander.

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Avilés Asturias

Situated in the province of Asturias, close to the northern coast of Spain, Avilés is a modern and vibrant city which attracts visitors from all over Europe. Relocation to Avilés is becoming more popular amongst ex-pats, and Avilés real estate is booming.


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What to do in Avilés

Retaining a traditional Spanish style, Avilés is one of the oldest Cantabric settlements and is home to some wonderful religious and civil architecture. Old pedestrian streets such as the Galiana and Rivero, and the Plaza de España and its City Hall, including the old church of Sabugo are some of the main attractions in Avilés.

Owing to a high student population in Avilés there are some lively bars and restaurants in the city which cater for all tastes. Airport parking at Avilés is plentiful, and the best way to explore this amazing city is to hire a car and drive around at your own pace.

things to do in Avilés Asturias

Oviedo is the capital of Asturias and boasts a wealth of historic monuments, sites and architecture. Water-sports enthusiasts flock to the beaches along the Costa Verde although the temperatures are generally a lot cooler than those in the south of Spain. Golfers in Asturias are also well catered for and the club de Golf La Fresneda is located in Oviedo, along with the Club de Golf, La Barganiza between Oviedo and Gijón.

How to get to Avilés

By road Avilés is located on the north-south A-66 highway, which is connected to the A-6 (Madrid–La Coruña) highway by the N-630. The E-80 runs along the northern coast from southwest France and continuing to Avilés. Asturias Airport is located 40km north east of Oviedo. Flight time from the UK Is less than 2 hours, depending which airport you fly from. Car hire is available from the airport or can be pre-booked.

About us Things2dospain.co.uk is a website for people who are interested in Spain. If you are looking for places to go, places to eat, discos, nightclubs, beaches, music festivals, events, places of interest, family fun days out, local ferias or even boutique hotels, in Spain, you will find the information on things2do. You can even get directions from google maps on things2do, and
bookmark your page to create your own itinerary.

Most importantly, we want to hear from you. Users of things2do can contribute content by entering our forums, and adding reviews and articles. That way, we keep our finger on the pulse by getting up-to-date reviews from the people who matter most. You can also contribute to our blog, and promote your own business by sending us your details on the ´submit form´ on the site. You get free classified advertising and a free listing, and we will encourage readers to review and rate your business. You make the site what it is and your contributions are invaluable.

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