Hotel Plaza Inn Figueras
c/ Pujada del Castell 14 Figueras, Catalonia, 17600, Spain and Canary Islands
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2011/2012
... we were there we enjoyed a long hike into the hills and along a ridge which rewarded us with 360 degree panaramic views. This year we contented ourselves with a drive along the coast road and a stroll around town, enjoying the buzz and all the arts and crafts shops. Collioure is of course famed for its fantastic light conditions, enjoyed by Picasso, Matisse and many other painters.
A great start to 2012!
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From one sort of 'mad' to another
... which was severley damaged during the civil war in Spain in the 1930s, and restored/rebuilt by Dali. Situated opposite the church where he was baptised and later buried from, the museum has an interesting facade, using symbols that Dali used throughout his art - such as the bread and eggs.
The museum was fabulous, and showcased many of his early artwork, including some examples from all the different 'periods' of his art-life. We were ...
Waiting for the train home
... travellers. It felt quite a long night with the lights coming in from the window. It was ok and we dozed for some of the night, read for some of it and stared into space for some of it. We awoke somewhat bleary eyed in paris had breakfast and headed for the London Eurostar
The end of a good journey and a month away.
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Trips from Lagrasse
... this buffet was seriously impressive. It was a good way to sample a few exotic French delicacies (like snails) without having to sheepishly send back unfinished plates at a more conventional restaurant.
We celebrated the end of this wonderful chapter with a trip to the tiny town of Fontjoncouse to dine at its flash restaurant, Le Vieux Puits; a 3 Michelin star affair. The food was excellent but didn’t quite reach the heights of some of Sydney’s ...
Salvadore Dali
... t the right one. Arrived far too early, but was able to get in early, had a lovely walk through the house. Downstairs in the entrance there was a stuffed horse. This was Gals’ castle Dali’s wife. Many lovely rooms with charming touches. We didn’t have a guide but could walk around as we wanted. There was of course guards in every room and I was asked to carry my backpack in front. No problem taking photographs, ...



