Why is Lloret de Mar is the ultimate Spanish Costa destination for stag and hen parties? Well, there are lots of reasons!
First of all it is lined with wall to wall pubs, clubs and restaurants which cater for just about every taste, from fast food to a la carte. Secondly Lloret’s gloriously long, clean beaches are a haven for sun worshippers and water sports fanatics. Thirdly the plethora of designer shops and leisure opportunities mean that this expansive Costa Brava resort is guaranteed to offer something for everyone, and in Lloret de Mar everything and anything goes!
What to do on your Lloret de Mar Stag or Hen Weekend
Of course it would be impossible to list everything, so here is a small selection for starters:
Sightseeing
Lloret may be the party capital of the Costa Brava, but it also has its fair share of monuments, parks and museums to visit should that be your thing. Lloret’s 1.6km beach is overlooked by the 11th Century Sant Joan Castle so if sightseeing is your thing you can start your tour with a visit to this 1,000 year old relic and savour the spectacular coastal views afforded from the castle walls before heading off into the town to absorb a bit more of the Catalan culture and architecture.
Shopping
Lloret’s shopping quarter is considered one of the best on the Costa Brava so if retail therapy is on the itinerary for your stag or hen weekend then get yourself into the heart of Lloret’s shopping centre where the streets are chequered with boutiques, gift shops, cafés and inviting little bars.
Water World
If you need to cool down then add a visit to Water World to your itinerary. Europe’s biggest water park complex offers a multitude of aquatic amusements, its own restaurant, bars, cafes, a souvenir shop and mini-golf course.
Water Sports
For an exhilarating experience in the midst of the Med try this package that sets sail from Lloret’s famous Water Sport Centre: Ski Bus (banana boat), Fly Fish (half raft, half kite) and high speed Ski Rafting.
Bungee Jumping
Take a leap of faith and give this 80 metre jump a go for the ultimate adrenaline rush! Choose from the traditional bouncing bungee or a free-dive into a huge security net.
Pitch and Putt
Pitch and Putt Papalus is an 18-hole pitch and putt course set just off the Lloret coastline. Surrounded by striking scenery that is indicative of the Costa Brava, the course provides a gentle challenge for those who fancy a spot of competition to get their stag or hen weekend off to a stimulating start, with a little touch of class.
Pole and Salsa Dancing Lessons
With pole dancing fast becoming a hen party favourite, an hour long lesson at one of Lloret’s renowned night clubs could well be on the agenda. If you fancy gyrating your hips but keeping your feet firmly on the ground however, then a Salsa lesson would probably be more up your street. Learn how to shake your booty across that dance floor in style courtesy of a sexy Spanish Salsa specialist!
There really is something for everyone in Lloret de Mar, and with such a convenient location just 45 minutes from Girona airport or 90 minutes from Barcelona airport, it is no wonder this Costa Brava resort is one of the most popular stag and hen weekend choices in Europe!
