The
Topography of the Balearics is wide and varied. MALLORCA on the North Coast has
dramatic cliffs with mountains behind rising as high as 1445 meters above sea level.
MENORCA, on the other hand, has a level landscape with some rolling hills. The
center of FORMENTA spreads out in a long narrow depression which runs Northward where it
ends in salt pans and two large lakes. The entire Coastline is bordered by beautiful
beaches with fine white sand.
Typical of the Western Mediterranean,
the Spanish Isles experience very hot days with little or
no breeze. However, there are occasional mistral
winds with enough intenisty to upset charter plans.
The sea slate can be bumpy even in calm weather due to a
back swell created by the steep cliffs.
Spanish cooking is rich and varied, much like the
country itself. First-rate ingredients, the excellence of which are renowned, wise
old popular traditions and the promotion of fine new culinary professionals have boosted
Spain's gastronomic prestige to the top of the list in Europe over the past few years.
A fine array of restaurants reflect a country where the people love, respect and
enjoy good food.
The wealth and historical longevity of Spanish cultural traditions, together with
the many different cultural influences are responsible for the beauty and originality of
the fiestas held each year in the towns and villages of Spain. Nuestra Senora de
Garcia in Menorca (early September) is one of Spain's most colorful horse festivals.
The Spanish currency is the
Peseta. Most charter yachts however, quote their weekly rates in U.S. dollars.
Money can be exchanged at banks, currency service offices, many hotels and travel
agencies. Major credit cards and Traveler's Cheque's are widely accepted.
Citizens from countries belonging to the European Union, Austria, Monaco and
Liechtenstein may enter Spain with a National Identification Document. All others
must present a valid passport.
For more information and a complete Balearics
brochure call:
Bev Parsons
Interpac Yachts, Inc.
619-222-0327
Email: bev@interpacyachts.com
The
Topography of the Balearics is wide and varied. MALLORCA on the North Coast has
dramatic cliffs with mountains behind rising as high as 1445 meters above sea level.
MENORCA, on the other hand, has a level landscape with some rolling hills. The
center of FORMENTA spreads out in a long narrow depression which runs Northward where it
ends in salt pans and two large lakes. The entire Coastline is bordered by beautiful
beaches with fine white sand.
Typical of the Western Mediterranean,
the Spanish Isles experience very hot days with little or
no breeze. However, there are occasional mistral
winds with enough intenisty to upset charter plans.
The sea slate can be bumpy even in calm weather due to a
back swell created by the steep cliffs.
Spanish cooking is rich and varied, much like the
country itself. First-rate ingredients, the excellence of which are renowned, wise
old popular traditions and the promotion of fine new culinary professionals have boosted
Spain's gastronomic prestige to the top of the list in Europe over the past few years.
A fine array of restaurants reflect a country where the people love, respect and
enjoy good food.
The Spanish currency is the
Peseta. Most charter yachts however, quote their weekly rates in U.S. dollars.
Money can be exchanged at banks, currency service offices, many hotels and travel
agencies. Major credit cards and Traveler's Cheque's are widely accepted.
