The spectacular Alameda Botanic Gardens were first opened to the public in 1816 and is a tribute to the Lieutenant-Governor of the time, Sir George Don. There are a number of commemorative plaques, busts and cannons on view throughout the gardens. Most of these commemorations date back to the 19th Century. However the highlight of […]
Where is the best place to go for Gibraltar bars and restaurants?
Where is the best place to go for Gibraltar bars and restaurants? by John Hi, We are going to visit Gibraltar soon and will be staying at the Eliott Hotel. We were just wondering where the best places are to eat or just to go for an evening drink? Comments for Where is the best […]
Gibraltar Highlights
Here are a few Gibraltar highlights that I feel any visitor to the country would benefit from during a trip to Gibraltar. Gibraltar Top Rated Attractions As far as attractions in Gibraltar go, there are 2 main features that draw in a lot of tourists. There is The Rock of Gibraltar and the ocean that […]
Gibraltar Beaches
There might not be miles of coastline but the Gibraltar beaches have great variety in terms of character and location which gives each beach something to offer. Although small in size Gibraltar is able to offer something for everyone when it comes to beaches. Starting on the east side Sandy Bay is located at the […]
Gibraltar sailing holidays are becoming increasingly popular
After my first sailing experience last week I can see why Gibraltar sailing holidays are so popular! We were lucky enough to see dolphins on our trip and I will definitely be going sailing around the straits of Gibraltar again. There are not many better ways to spend your time than being out on the […]
Gibraltar Hotels
Visitors to Gibraltar regularly make use of the Gibraltar hotels. As you can imagine, with a surface area of roughly 3 square miles, there are not many hotels to choose from. With the country being such a popular tourist destination, finding a place at short notice in one of the Gibraltar hotels can be rather […]
My Gibraltar Experience
by Daryl (South Africa) (picture:rock of gibraltar when sailing) My visit to Gibraltar was slightly longer than the normal 3 or 4 days. We had 13 days to experience what the country had to offer. I should probably start by saying that we came directly to Gib with a Gibraltar visa and we didnt have […]
Which are the ocean village gibraltar restaurants?
by Belinda We have heard a lot about the new Ocean Village Marina in Gibraltar and have been advised to go there on our holiday this summer. We will be in Gibraltar for a week. We were just wondering which the Ocean Village Gibraltar restaurants are? Answer Feb 06, 2011 Ocean Village Restaurants by: Melanie […]
Weddings in Gibraltar – marry in the sun!
We have had our share of famous weddings in Gibraltar! John Lennon and Yoko Ono got married here on our sunny Rock! Sir Sean Connery also decided to tie the knot here. The reasons for marrying here on the Rock of Gibraltar are for its relative simplicity compared to other countries. Other obvious reasons for […]