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Tourism is a dynamic element that changes with time. Just like the world of fashion, trends have a lot to do with how people move around the planet to enjoy a pleasant and fun holiday time. That´s why sun and beach tourism isn´t enough for most people who try and find more enriching experiencies.
Gastronomical tourism, for example, is growing and if you add it to nature, beautiful landscapes and an attractive and rich socio-cultural environment, the plan is perfect to spend a few unforgettable days.
A route that seems very interesting and recommendable is the Ruta del Xató, in Catalonia. This gastronomical route invites us to go to three of the most beautiful regions of Catalonia: Alt Penedès, Baix Penedès and Garraf. And if we´re even more precise, some of the towns that we´re going to visit are El Vendrell, Sitges, Vilafranca del Penedès and Vilanova i la Geltrú.
The activities and escapades that these regions offer us are quite varied, so one could say that it´s a route suitable for all, because it encompasses all the leisure options. On the Ruta del Xató there are plans that are quite different from one another, such as visiting the coast, visiting places of natural interest, discovering the rich artistic and architectonic legacy of the area, participating in regional festivals of different towns, enjoying good live music and, of course, sampling the best wines and eating unique dishes. Convinced yet?
The plans that we can find out by consulting information on the route´s official website are designed so that we can combine various activities in a day or just a few days, so we can fully optimize our holiday.
The restaurants that are recommended and that are part of this picturesque route are around 70, and we can find all types of dishes, from the best Mediterranean food to tapas bars or traditional cuisine restaurants. The prices are also varied, so we can choose whatever fits our needs and wallets better without missing out on gastronomical quality, because all restaurants and bars are part of a carefully-selected list. The cavas and the cellers (cellars) should also not go unnoticed. Being in touch with the vineyards and traditional wine culture is truly wonderful.
Also they recommend a series of hostels and hotels, but it´s always more interesting to find some rural accommodation or apartment to rent for ourselves, which gives us more freedom and allows us to feel more local.
Among the most important natural spaces we can name the different caves that we can find in Calafell, the Via Verda del Vendrell, the wetlands of Foix, the beaches and mountains of Sitges and a large amount of trekking routes to get lost in.
If you fancy getting to know more about this pleasant route, you can check the official website: http://rutadelxato.com
and it can be a good idea to find accommodation in Barcelona so our holidays are complete.
