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The Independent
09-06-2025
- The Independent
WIN! A couples beach holiday at a relaxing, adults-only resort in the Costa Dorada
Need an escape from the noise and stress of everyday life? Want to soak in the tranquil sea views, picture-perfect beach and relaxing amenities at the four-star Golden Costa Salou resort in Costa Dorada (known locally as Costa Daurada) instead? We've partnered with Jet2holidays, who are giving one lucky couple the chance to win a seven-night break at this stunning hotel, which is part of their Adults Only range. Expect peaceful sunbathing and swimming at the choice of two outdoor pools, or uninterrupted lounging at the indoor pool. You can also enjoy even more R&R at the resort's spa, making the most of unwinding in the sauna and steam room ahead of your massage or treatment. Delight in daily entertainment or chill out, cocktail in hand, at one of Golden Costa Salou's bars. If you want to add a touch of adventure to the calm, the hotel isn't far from the almost 4km stretch of Vila-seca, la Pineda Platja beach, perfect for romantic strolls, and visiting an array of restaurants, cafés and bars – catering for every taste. Costa Dorada has 50 miles of beaches (including 26 Blue Flag beaches) with golden sands and calm waters, as well as great watersports from kayaking and paddleboarding to snorkelling and scuba diving on offer. When you've had your fill of action, head back to recuperate in your stylish Premium Room. For your chance to win a seven-night stay at Golden Costa Salou, for two adults on a bed and breakfast board basis, fill in your details in the form below. Terms and conditions*: Competition closes 23.59pm BST 7 July. A seven-night holiday for up to two adults in a premium room on a bed and breakfast basis at the 4* Golden Costa Salou in La Pineda, Costa Dorada. This prize includes return flights for up to two people from any UK Airport from which flies to Reus (Barcelona South) Airport (REU) and allows for the duration of the holiday advertised, transfers to and from the overseas airport and the hotel and one free item of checked baggage of up to 22kg per person. This prize must be booked by 20 July 2025 and must be completed between one of the following bands subject to availability (including all return travel): 28/07/2025 - 04/08/2025 03/09/2025 - 16/10/2025 20/04/2026 - 21/05/2026 01/06/2026 - 17/07/2026 27/07/2026 - 03/08/2026 01/09/2026 - 22/10/2026 Find out more about Jet2holidays packages – including 22kg baggage per person and return transfers** and your choice of two to five-star hotels – online at Jet2holidays. Right now, myJet2 members can also save £100 per person† in The Big Jet2 Sale too (correct at original publish date). *T&Cs apply, see for more details **Unless otherwise stated †£100 per person off holidays for myJet2 members departing until 15 November 2026. myJet2 members will need to be logged into their account at the time of booking for the discount to automatically apply. Book online, via our app, through our call centre or with your travel agent. Please note the discount is not applied to children travelling on a free child place. Terms and conditions apply, please see for details. If you can't see the form, please click here
The Independent
19-05-2025
- The Independent
From secluded bays to family-friendly shores, discover the Costa Dorada's bucket-list beaches
Whether you prefer your sunbathing broken up by a spot of snorkelling, experiencing local culture, or simply blissfully uninterrupted – the Costa Dorada (locally known as Costa Daurada) has the perfect beach for you. With 50 miles of coastline, and 26 Blue Flag beaches, it doesn't matter if you're after calm waters, family-friendly facilities or adventurous water sports – there's a sunspot that caters for every traveller. What's more, with Jet2holidays flying to the Costa Dorada from 12 UK airports and a range of two to five-star accommodation, it's easy to get your beach break sorted. Jet2holidays is always giving you more, to help make planning and booking as smooth as possible. That goes for the PayPal Pay in 3 interest-free payments** option, 22kg baggage and 10kg hand luggage, and return transfers† that are included. Look out for Free Child Places***, and infants under two go free‡. Here we pick out just some of the region's gorgeous shores to delve into… Relax on the stunning sands of la Pineda Platja, in Vila-seca In one of the most picturesque and lively parts of Costa Dorada sits this almost two-and-a-half mile stretch of beach, lined with palms as well as the famous pine trees that give the area its name. It's fab for everything from gentle strolls and paddles to more active games of volleyball, sand football and tennis. Other activities on offer include everything from shoreside Zumba classes to yoga, meditation and mindfulness sessions. The slow slope of sand into sparkling waters makes it ideal for families with young children, while for the real water babies, the exhilarating Aquopolis waterpark is only a short walk from the beach. With plenty of bars, restaurants, toilets and shower facilities lining the pretty promenade, there's no reason not to stay all day. Explore the calm coastline of Cambrils With over five miles of Blue Flag beaches, all with gentle waters, Cambrils makes an excellent family-friendly break. Great for water sports such as kayaking, paddleboarding and sailing – especially at the pristine Platja del Cavet Beach, where the Escola Nàutica water sports centre offers windsurfing lessons. For something more laidback, head to Platja de la Llosa for a series of smaller, but equally beautiful, beaches and coves. Then why not potter around the picturesque, cobbled alleyways of the old town to sample delicious local dishes? While you're in the area, take the opportunity to visit neighbouring Platja de la Pixerota in Mont-roig on the southern border of Cambrils, to enjoy breathtaking views out to the Gulf of Sant Jordi and learn about the fascinating Spanish Civil War bunkers situated in the middle of the beach. Enjoy family-friendly fun in Salou As the tourist capital of the Costa Dorada and the epicentre of amusement and entertainment, Salou's beaches are home to good times for kids and adults alike. And being so close to PortAventura World (one of Europe's largest theme parks) means double the fun, when so many of Jet2holidays ' Experience More hotels include park entry, meaning staying and playing is on the cards. Don't miss the stunning Llevant Beach, dotted with colourful sunloungers and umbrellas, where the sea is filled with kayaks and jet skis. In between sunbathing and water sports, you can also enjoy wandering along its pretty promenade of shops, restaurants and bars. For something a little more secluded, take the coastal path to the sand dunes, pine trees and shallow crystalline waters of Platja Llarga, which is great for snorkelling. This charming beach town is as much a magnet to those looking for lazy beach days as it is for history lovers. A medieval castle forms the backdrop to a swathe of fine golden sand at Platja d'Altafulla, and it's a stone's throw from the famous Roman ruins at Tarragona. You can even borrow a book from the Bibliomar beach library, which also organises workshops and storytelling, or join a yoga or Pilates class on the sands. Walk down to neighbouring Tamarit Beach, which has its own castle dating back to the 11th century, as well as some friendly beach bars for a cheeky cocktail. Also in the area is family-friendly Coma-ruga Beach in El Vendrell. Its clear waters, palm-lined promenade of restaurants, bars and shops, and natural thermal springs, make for a balanced beach break. The soft, sloping sands make Platja La Paella a super-safe option for families with children who love spending all day in the sea. As for water sports, there's a designated area for surfers, and a bespoke exit and entry point for jet skis. The nearby marina offers scuba diving, snorkelling, water skiing and boat trips. For those who prefer being on terra firma, there are kids' playgrounds, and a sports zone with four volleyball courts and three beach football pitches, often hosting championships. In summer, sports camps and gymnastics sessions are held here. Discover nature and seclusion at Platja de l'Arenal in l'Hospitalet de l'Infant One of the most unique beaches in the Costa Dorada, the sugar-like sands and translucent waters of l'Arenal are split into two parts. There's the northern section with its promenade and the Base Nautica water sports resort, which offers dinghy sailing, windsurfing and kayaking. Then there's the southern part, which can only be accessed via a listed Blue Trail footpath. Here you can enjoy magnificent dunes, marshlands and white pine woodlands around a more tranquil shore. With Jet2holidays, you can book your trip to the Costa Dorada with lots of package perks thrown in to make getting away even easier. From a low £60 per person deposit* to PayPal Pay in 3 interest-free payments**, 22kg baggage and 10kg hand luggage per person to return transfers†, it's all included. Families can make the most of Free Child Places*** while infants under two go free‡. And with flights included and the choice of two to five-star hotels, Jet2holidays is always giving you more. For more Costa Dorada travel inspiration, and to find and book your ultimate holiday, visit Jet2holidays. Plus, right now, myJet2 members can save £100 per person§ in The Big Jet2 Price Drop (correct at original publish date). *On bookings made ten weeks or more before departure. Full payment required by balance due date. **Spread the cost over three interest-free payments. Available when booked online, for holidays under £2,000, departing within ten weeks. ***One free child place per two paying passengers. Subject to availability. T&Cs apply, please see for further details. †Unless otherwise stated. ‡Applicable for all infants under the age of two years on the date of return. Infants are not entitled to a flight seat (they must be seated with a parent or guardian) or a 22kg baggage allowance. §£100 per person off holidays for myJet2 members departing until 15 November 2026. myJet2 members will need to be logged into their account at the time of booking for the discount to automatically apply. Book online, via our app, through our call centre or with your travel agent. Please note the discount is not applied to children travelling on a free child place. Terms and conditions apply, please see for details.
