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COSTA BRAVA & PIRINEU DE GIRONA | 5

CONNECTIONS | 7

RESTAURANTS AND WINERIES | 9

UNIqUE PROPOSALS AND SPECIALISED AGENCIES | 13

THE ULTIMATE fEEL-GOOD STAY | 17

CHARMING ACCOMMODATION AND UNIqUE VENUES | 23

LUXURY SHUTTLES | 43

MEMBERS | 50

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Wonderful , remarkable, fantastic, amazing, excit ing. . . It ’s impossible to choose a single adjective that encompasses the appeal of the Costa Brava and Girona Pyrenees: i t is a small

region that generates massive emotions.

The landscape changes from snow-capped mountains that tower three thousand metres above the sea to the

Mediterranean’s stunning coves in a question of ki lometres. In this short journey from sea to sky you can visit eight

spectacular natural parks; enjoy exquisite Michelin-star-rated cuisine that pairs tradit ion and innovation; discover the region’s r ich cultural heritage through its Greco-Roman ruins, medieval vi l lages, the work of Salvador Dalí and more; enjoy an extensive range of memory-making activit ies that include hot air bal loon rides, ski ing, golf , water sports, and simply

unwinding at one of the region’s many spas.

It is an extraordinary place that invites you to experience al l i ts charm and character to the ful lest with f irst-rate premium

experiences and the most exclusive services.



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AIRPORTS

Girona Costa Brava

Barcelona El Prat

hIGh SPEED TRAIN

Barcelona - Girona: 38 minutes

Madrid - Girona: 3.5 hours

Paris - Girona: 5 hours

PORTS

Roses

Palamós

Barcelona

CITIES

To Barcelona: 95 km.

To Paris: 767 km.

To Moscow: 2,929 km.

To New York: 6,192 km.

To Shanghai: 9,750 km.

TImE zONE

UTC/GMT +1 hour

Central European

Summer Time

france

Mediterranean Sea

Pyrenees

Costa Brava

Girona

Barcelona

COSTA BRAVA & GIRONA PyRENEES - EUROPE

COSTA BRAVA & GIRONA PyRENEES - CATALONIA

CONNECTIONS


The provinces of Girona are l iving proof that good things come in small packages. The blend of tradit ional and

creative cuisine found in this corner of the Mediterranean has earned worldwide recognition, and an incredible

selection of restaurants –many of which boast Michelin stars– and DO Empordà wineries are guaranteed to delight

true foodies.

A small region with exquisite taste

RESTAURANTS AND wINERIES


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GIRONA TERRITORI D’ESTRELLES

www.gironaterritoriestrel les.cat

An init iative that brings together al l Michelin star restaurants in the Girona region and invites you to discover

the world’s best creative cuisine with exclusive benefits .

Welcome to a place that has become the epicentre of infinite emotions. A romantic bal loon f l ight, a magnificent day at a prestigious golf course, an exclusive local product

tasting, a picnic in the vineyards: al l these and an entire range of experiences await . Much more than just unique

activit ies, these are unique moments –experiences you can design and personalise to remember for a l i fet ime.


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Let your imagination fly

UNIqUE PROPOSALS AND SPECIALISED AGENCIES

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mADRID & BEyOND

www.madridandbeyond.comMaking every trip into a one-of-a-kind experience is the

guiding principle of this high-end travel agency that special ises in unforgettable corners of the Costa Brava

and Girona Pyrenees.

VALESA CULTURAL

www.valesacultural .comExperts in designing unique, different, and

unforgettable trips with activit ies tai lored to each traveller, with an aim to help visitors discover our

region and its customs.

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Perfection down to the t iniest detai l . A place that provides unparalleled beauty with every amenity imaginable, where

you’ l l be surrounded by select services, superb style and excel lent taste. You’l l have t ime for yourself , for shopping at high-end boutiques and for doing what you truly enjoy doing.

There are no l imits: the trip of your dreams starts here.

The ultimate feel -good stay


SPECIAL ACTIVITIES AND ExCLUSIVE SERVICES

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VOL DE COLOmS

www.voldecoloms.catAgency special izing in the scenery, tastes

and tradit ions of La Garrotxa Volcanic Zone, complete with a thri l l ing can’t-miss hot air bal loon ride over volcanoes.

NATURALwALkS

www.naturalwalks.comCreated by experts in ecotourism, botany and

sustainabil i ty to give participants the opportunity to immerse themselves in Girona’s natural environment

through activit ies related to cooking and catering, health, nature and popular culture.

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BG hELICOPTERS

www.bghelicopters.comCustomised services for experimenting the excitement

and fun of a helicopter ride. With a heliport at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya f1 racetrack (32 km

from Barcelona) and its own f leet of helicopters.

PERE qUERA JOIERS

www.perequera.comfounded in 1887, this family-run jeweller and

watchmaker is one of the most famous shops in the province today, with boutiques that carry top brands and its own jewellery making and design workshop.

The Costa Brava and Girona Pyrenees are home to destinations rich in nature, history and culture.

Discover them first-hand with the region’s extraordinary accommodation and its spectacular venues for holding

events: an extensive range of hotels, vi l las, country houses, luxury apartments and other superb faci l i t ies to f i t

any personality and every need.

The perfect backdrop for your dreams

ChARmING ACCOmmODATION AND UNIqUE VENUES


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ALEmANyS 5

www.alemanys5.comStunning accommodation in the heart of Girona’s

Jewish quarter. The sixteenth-century home is a true architectural treasure that now houses two renovated

apartments that provide unique and comfortable spaces.

BOUTIqUE hOTEL & SPA CALmA BLANCA

www.calmablanca.esBlending into the landscape and character of Cadaqués, this seven-room hotel is perfect for travellers in search

of the relaxing feel of a Mediterranean paradise.

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BOUTIqUE hOTEL CASA GRANADOS

www.casagranados.esA romantic, rustic and cosy gourmet hotel in the

medieval town of Tossa de Mar that serves exquisite Mediterranean cuisine.

ChARmING VILLAS CATALONIA

www.charmingvil las.netAccommodation booking agency special ised in high-end coastal and inland homes hand-picked for their charm,

uniqueness and exclusivity.

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CORREDOR mATó

www.corredormato.comReal estate agency with over 50 years of experience

working with houses with sea views, country homes and apartments in the most beautiful areas of

the Costa Brava.

FINCA EL VENTóS

www.fincaelventos.comA magnificent spot in the heart of La Garrotxa Volcanic

Zone Natural Park, the perfect place for outdoor activit ies and tasting the region’s f ine mountain cuisine.

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hOSTAL SPA EmPúRIES

www.hostalempuries.comNestled just outside the Greek and Roman ruins of

Empúries in a small cove overlooking the Gulf of Roses, guests at the Hostal Spa Empúries wil l enjoy an

environmentally-friendly and sustainable stay at the f irst hotel in Europe to earn LEED certif ication.

hOTEL NORD 1901

www.nord1901.comAn extremely comfortable and elegant hotel in Girona’s

historic and commercial centre, a true urban oasis that puts al l the charms of this fascinating city at guests ’ f ingertips.

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LA FARINERA SANT LLUIS

www.lafarinerasantl luis.comThis former Modernisme-style f lour mil l has been

converted into a venue with exceptionally unique indoor and outdoor spaces for hosting an entire range of events.

LES COmELLES

www.lescomelles.com Rural hotel nestled in a quiet val ley and outstanding environment where luxury means the pleasure of rest and relaxation, haute cuisine and nature at i ts purest.

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PERALADA RESORT

www.grupperalada.comA set of exceptional experiences that include the

Hotel Peralada Wine Spa & Golf , restaurants, casino, museum, cel lars and much more.

mAS DE TORRENT hOTEL & SPA

www.hotelmastorrent.comEmblematic hotel and spa and member of Relais & Châteaux, this spectacular and elegant hotel offers

extraordinary cuisine by fina Puigdevall , world-renowned chef with two Michelin stars.

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PGA CATALUNyA RESORT

www.pgacatalunya.comAn unforgettable experience for golfers, complete with vi l las, apartments and a hotel next to two prestigious

golf courses, including the Stadium Course, ranked the No. 1 course in Spain.

SALLéS hOTEL & SPA CALA DEL PI

www.hotelcaladelpi .comWith exclusive access to the idyl l ic Cala del Pi , this hotel is the perfect combination of spa and wellness

amenities and services with a Mediterranean landscape and Empordà’s creative cuisine.

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SALLéS hOTEL & SPA mAS TAPIOLAS (SUITES)

www.hotelmastapiolas.comAn old Catalan farmhouse converted into a hotel in the

heart of nature with luxury suites, vast gardens, a spa and endless opportunities for enjoying the surrounding region.

SANT PERE DEL BOSC hOTEL & SPA

www.santperedelboschotel .comHoused in a stunning Modernisme-style building, this

gastronomic hotel invites guests to pamper all f ive senses in an atmosphere of absolute harmony and tranquillity.

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SES VISTES

www.sesvistes.comMere steps from Cadaqués, this idyl l ic luxury vi l la is set against the backdrop of the bay of Port Lligat and features an innovative design and panoramic views of

the Cap de Creus National Park.

Keep the feel ing of comfort, dist inction and elegance with you anywhere you go in the Costa Brava and Girona

Pyrenees. Looking to hire a high-end vehicle with a driver? Need a luxury boat to sai l the Mediterranean? Or perhaps

you fancy f lying to your destination by helicopter or plane? By land, sea or air: a host of luxury options for moving

around the region are always available.

Enjoy the ride

LUxURy ShUTTLES


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BALLIU S.L.

www.ball iusl .comLuxury shuttle agency with its own f leet of taxis,

minibuses and coaches, strategical ly located between Barcelona and Girona.

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GASTRONOmIC ExPERIENCES

GIRONA TERRITORI D’ESTRELLES(page 10)Rosa Bel · Sales ManagerPhone +34 972 213 234info@gironaterritoriestrel les.catwww.gironaterritoriestrel les.cat

LEISURE ExPERIENCES

MADRID & BEYOND(page 14)Oscar Soler · DirectorPhone +34 917 580 [email protected]

VALESA CULTURAL(page 15)Marcy forman · founder Co-OwnerPhone. +34 914 318 610marcy@valesacultural .comwww.valesacultural .com

PREmIUm mEmBERS


LIFESTyLE ExPERIENCES

VOL DE COLOMS(page 18)Núria Planagumà · Sales ManagerPhone +34 972 680 255 [email protected]

NATURALWALKS(page 19)Evarist March · OwnerPhone +34 972 162 [email protected]

BG HELICOPTERS(page 20)Montse Díaz · Operations ManagerPhone +34 935 167 [email protected]

PERE qUERA JOIERS(page 21)Gil Costa · PR & Press ManagerPhone +34 972 204 690gil [email protected]


ChARm ExPERIENCES

ALEMANYS 5(page 24)Juan Manuel Ribera · OwnerPhone +34 649 885 [email protected]

BOUTIqUE HOTEL & SPA CALMA BLANCA(page 25)Mònica Bitam · OwnerPhone +34 972 159 [email protected]

BOUTIqUE HOTEL CASA GRANADOS(page 26)Caspar Zoetmulder · Hotel ManagerPhone. +34 972 343 [email protected]

CHARMING VILLAS CATALONIA(page 27)Sara Martí · OwnerPhone +34 972 590 389sara@charmingvil las.netwww.charmingvil las.net

CORREDOR MATó(page 28)Sebastià Morató · Sales ManagerPhone +34 972 620 [email protected]

fINCA EL VENTóS(page 29)Xavier fisas · OwnerPhone +34 972 107 [email protected]

HOSTAL SPA EMPúRIES(page 30)Albert Marin · Hotel ManagerRaquel Jarque · Sales ManagerPhone +34 972 775 933raquel. [email protected]

HOTEL NORD 1901(page 31)Lluís Hortet · OwnerPhone +34 972 411 [email protected]

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LA fARINERA SANT LLUIS(page 32)Ariadna Arbat · Sales & CommunicationsPhone. +34 872 609 014info@lafarinerasantl luis.comwww.lafarinerasantl luis.com

LES COMELLES(page 33)Valeria Koss · Sales ManagerPhone +34 616 873 [email protected]

MAS DE TORRENT HOTEL & SPA(page 34)Xavier Rocas · Hotel ManagerElisabeth ferrer · Sales ManagerPhone +34 972 303 [email protected]

PERALADA RESORT(page 35)Josep font · Hotel ManagerMarta Oliva · Sales ManagerPhone +34 972 538 125marta.ol [email protected]

PGA CATALUNYA RESORT(page 36)Valeria Juste · Sales ManagerPhone +34 972 181 [email protected]

SALLéS HOTEL & SPA CALA DEL PI(page 37)Javier Colocho · Hotel ManagerPhone. +34 972 828 [email protected] .com

SALLéS HOTEL & SPA MAS TAPIOLAS (SUITES) (page 38)Pere Molina · Hotel ManagerPhone +34 972 837 [email protected]

SANT PERE DEL BOSC HOTEL & SPA(page 39)Eva Olmos · AccountantPhone +34 972 361 636administracion@santperedelboschotel .comwww.santperedelboschotel .com



SES VISTES(page 40)Joan Castel la · OwnerPhone +34 972 159 [email protected]

LEISURE ExPERIENCES

BALLIU S.L(page 45)Marta Campeny · Operations ManagerPhone +34 972 470 937info@ball iusl .comwww.ball iusl .com

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