Lloret De Mar holidays uncovered - insider tips

Whatever you decide to do on your holidays to Lloret De Mar, whether its relaxing days on the beach or lively nights outs, lowcostholidays.com’s insider tips will help you discover your perfect holiday experience.

Spectacular nights out

A night out in Lloret De Mar is a lively affair with around 30 clubs to choose from and many bars. Head to the Avinguda Just Marles I Vilarrodona strip of the old town if you want to make the most of your night. Stick around long enough and touts will offer you free entry tickets and drinks tickets, so you can have plenty of fun without putting your hand in your pocket too much!

Hidden Gems

Not really “hidden” gems, but worth knowing that there are 5 blue flag awarded beaches in the resort to try. Perfect if you’ve got kids or you’re on holiday with your mates with excellent facilities, clean sands, crystal clear waters and lots of water sports. Just don’t forget your sun cream!

How’s the shopping?

Trendy boutiques, souvenir shops and clothes stores; you’ll find them all here. Behind the waterfront you will find an array of shops from small outlets, stalls to malls. Why not check out the traditional local market on Tuesdays on Carrer dels Mestres where you can pick up some local produce and crafts.

Where can I get a burger?

Great eateries include “America”, “Disaster Café” and “La Pampa Steak House”. There is something for everyone in Lloret De Mar from fast food outlets to local cuisine; why not try a paella and Sangria. If you’re after a budget meal, head to the old town area and try one of the “menu of the day” deals, which include 2 courses, dessert, bread and wine for a few Euros – bargain!

Get in with the locals...

Here’s some information for when you’re on your Lloret De Mar holidays:

Can I drink the water?

• You’re better off with bottled water, drinking water from the taps is not a good idea!

What’s the 999 number?

• Spanish emergency services can be contacted on 112

Shall I pack the sun cream?

• Sun cream is recommended, unless you want to look like a lobster!

How do I get around?

• You can mostly get around on foot in the resort or why not hop in a taxi if you can’t be bothered to walk. Just agree a price before you go anywhere.

Shall I learn the local lingo?

• A lot of the locals speak English. You could learn the odd phrase like please or thank you if you want to be polite.

Do I need to tip?

• Tipping ranges from 5% to 10%, it's not compulsory so completely up to you.