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Alghero is situated on the
north-west coast: it is surrounded by approx 10 miles of beaches and enjoys
a mild climate for most part of the year. It is the most characteristic
centre of the Riviera del Corallo with its shore abounding in lonely bays,
in creeks hiding soft beaches surrounded with dense pine-woods, with
indented cliffs washed by an emerald-green sea. The sea around Alghero
dazzles you with its most extraordinary colours. Alghero is a an unspoiled
oasis for underwater photography and archaeology. This wonderful town offers
an exquisite example of art (Catalan-Gothic churches), history (town walls,
towers and Aragonese style palaces), tradition (sacred performances, refined
coral and filigree handycraft), culture (Catalan dialect is still widely
spoken), cuisine (influences from several parts of the Mediterranean). |
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2 Two bedrooms holiday rentals furnished in contemporary and practical style provided with all modern comforts, designed exclusively for a relaxing summer holiday. Check details for each apartment below. |
Rates for this apartment
are now reduced for these dates (extras apply-see below): |
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 Situated
in an ideal position for the seafront, the old town centre, supermarkets and
shops, this very comfortable and bright modern central 2 bedroom apartment
with 2 balconies, is situated at 3 mins walk from seafront and old town. 1
double + 1 twin room. 2 bathrooms, 1 with walk-in shower, 1 with
bathtub/shower box. Armoured security door (entryphone). TV, washing
machine. Extra bedding in lounge (double sofa), cot available(extra).
Check-in: 15:00-20:00, check-out: 08:00-10:00. English speaking reps assist
you during check-in check-out your stay. Airport transfer available.
Additional charges: Compulsory final cleaning £ 35, late check-in
(20:00-22:00)and early check-out (06:00-08:00) £ 20 supplement. Same
supplement applys to changeover during Sundays or Italian public holidays.
Linen hire £ 10, per person per week. Air-conditioning or heating £ 5 per
night. There is an extra charge in case the sofa bed in the lounge is used
(£ 75 per person per week + linen) |
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30/05-03/05 (last night 02/05)
4 people: £44 per apartment + cleaning,
per night for using 2
bedroom |
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14/06-23/06 (last night 22/06)
4 people: £ 51 per apartment + cleaning ,
per night for using 2
bedroom |
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04/07-19/07 (last night 18/07)
4 people: £ 69 per apartment + cleaning ,
per night for using 2
bedroom |
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Prices are quoted per apartment, per night
excluding linen and final cleaning |
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 Situated
in an ideal position for the seafront, the old town centre, supermarkets and
shops, this very comfortable and bright top floor apartment (no lift) enjoys
from its roof terrace (sole use) one of the most spectacular views over the
coastline and the whole town on Alghero. Excellent services nearby. Brand
new furniture, TV, washing machine. 1 double bedroom + 1 triple bedroom. Cot
available. Check-in: 15:00-20:00, check-out: 08:00-10:00. English speaking
reps assist you during check-in check-out your stay. Airport transfer
available. Additional charges: Compulsory final cleaning £ 35, late check-in
(20:00-22:00) and early check-out (06:00-08:00) £ 20 supplement. Same
supplement applies to changeover during Sundays or Italian public holidays.
Linen hire £ 10, per person per week. Air-conditioning ar heating £ 5 per
night. |
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24/05-31/05 (last night 30/05)
4 people: £44 per apartment + cleaning,
per night for using 2
bedroom |
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10/06-30/06 (last night 29/06)
4 people: £51 per apartment + cleaning,
per night for using 2
bedroom |
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01/07-05/07 (last night 02/05)
4 people: £54 per apartment + cleaning,
per night for using 2
bedroom |
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14/07-19/07 (last night 02/05)
4 people: £54 per apartment + cleaning,
per night for using 2
bedroom |
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(per apartment, per
night excluding linen and final cleaning) |
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Duvets or blankets |
(where available, and these are charged extra at time of booking): |
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You will be the option of requesting all these extras at time of booking. Please note that our booking form indicates the options of services available for booking, but please note that some services may not be available only for certain properties. Please check available services for each apartment before booking. |
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Air-conditioning (£ 5 per night), |
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electricity (for ambient heating) (£ 5 per night), |
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private car parking (£ 2 per night) |
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Bedroom and bathroom linen. Linen hire is available on request at £ 10 per person
(3 towels of different dimensions and 1 set of bed sheet and pillow case per week.
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Damage sureties deposit Euro 150,000 (this is settled
in cash locally and returned at end of stay, if no damage or misuse to the apartment has occurred and if kitchen area and all provided utensils are left clean). Should the kitchen be found dirty at check-out Euro 55 will be detracted from the deposit. |
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Final cleaning is always added to the cost of the apartment at £ 25 per
apartment (studios - 1 bedrooms), £ 35 (2-3 bedrooms).
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£ 10 supplements for check-in or out during Sundays or during Italian national holiday (detailed on http://www.worldwide-tax.com/italy/itaholidays.asp) |
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| Check-in: 15:00-20:00, Check-ins after 20:00 will attract £ 20 surcharge (Euro 30 when settled locally). Check-ins after 22:00 will attract £ 40 surcharge (Euro 60 when settled locally). |
| Check-out: 08:00-10:00 the latest on day of departure, if a late check-out is needed an extra night must be paid for. Check-outs earlier than 08:00 will attract £ 20 surcharge (Euro 30 when settled locally). Check-outs earlier than 06:00 will attract £ 40 surcharge (Euro 60 when settled locally). |
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Additional Information |
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About Weather/Climate/Temperature
Sardinia has a typically Mediterranean
climate, but the south is generally much drier than the north western
region, which receives a lot of rain in winter. The wettest months are
November and December, while July and August are the hottest and the driest
with an average of about 95°F (35°C) and sometimes reaching 104°F (40°C). In
winter temperatures average about 50°F (10°C) along the coast.For up-to-date
information and forecast:
http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/16520.html |
About Bars
Baraonda (Piazza della Misericordia 14,
079 975 922) is a chic bar with good music, great cocktails
and moreish nibbles, while Café Diva (piazza
Municipio 1, 079 982 306) is a laid-back retreat.
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About Nightlife
Nightlife in Alghero is fairly low key, but start by sipping cocktails
outside the elegant Cafe Latino, overlooking the pretty harbour. Enjoy
another pre-dinner drink in the centre of old Alghero, where there are a
number of rustic bars, such as the Jamaica Inn on Via Principe Umberto.
After dinner, the locals make for the Piazza Civica. The Cafe Costantino is
good for nightcaps. there are a number of clubs and discos on the outskirts
of the city, of which Il Ruscello (on the road to Olmedo) has an open-air
dancefloor. |
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About Transport
There are bus services from the airport into town and town to Fertilia which
also stops at several point along the beach which runs for 9 kilometres from
Alghero. |
About Beaches
For pictures and descriptions of local beaches http://www.sardiniaaccommodation.co.uk/places_of_interest.htm
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About Sailing
Sailing Charter Alghero offers a sailing charter service so that you may
enjoy the sailing around the splendid coast of this area, Andrea and Daniela
have decided to put their boat at your disposal. http://www.sailingcharteralghero.it
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About Diving
Adventure & Diving manages a modern and well equipped diving centre and is
located just 10 mins away from the diving sites of Capo Caccia and Punta
Giglio, considered very important in the Mediterranean for their many caves
and spectacularly rich marine life. The diving centre offers many services
including: transferr, equipment rental, instructor assistance, boat rental,
film develop[ing, video and mechanical repairs. More diving links on http://www.sardiniaaccommodation.co.uk/links.htm |
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About Fishing
Alghero’s sea is a real paradise for fishing and watersports. |
About The Gay Scene
If you come here looking for a gay scene then you’ll be disappointed.
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About Airport Information
Alghero Fertilia is the principal airport for nord Sardinia, and is located
about 11 kms from town. (0039) 079 935282 |
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About Scenery/Beauty Spots
Neptune’s Grotto is a remarkable series of caves just outside Alghero, which
can be seen on a 45-minute tour. Boats leave from the marina, and the
hour-long journey takes in the dramatic coastline surrounding the limestone
headland, Capo Caccia. You can also catch a bus to Capo Caccia and climb
down the 654 steps to reach the caves below. A few miles outside Alghero is
the Necropolis Anghelu Rùju, an ancient (3000 BC) burial ground. There are
also Nuraghic sites, conical towers of vast stone, left by Sardinia’s Bronze
Age civilisation. The best is Nuraghe di Palmavera (079 979 054), a Nuraghic
complex. About 15 miles south of Alghero, along a spectacular, cliff-hugging
road, is the medieval settlement of Bosa. It is crowned by the treasured
Castello Malaspina, an impressive 12th-century castle with fantastic views
and a number of rare 14th-century Catalan frescoes. |
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About Parks
The park of Porto Conte is well worth a visit. Sardinia Accommodation Ltd
organizes 4x4 trips which include the park. |
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About Children Activities
Alghero is excellent for kids because of the beach, but except for the small
playgournd in the Giardini Pubblici there no other organized children
activities. |
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About Family Activities
Alghero is very family friendly, but not much of organized family activities |
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About Local Attractions
Most of Alghero’s sights are in the lively citadel, where bars and
restaurants spill out on to the car-free streets. Seven defensive towers
divide the old and new towns; the 14th-century Porta Terra is a good
starting point. The key building, though, is the Catalan-Gothic Cathedral
(piazza Duomo), at the junction of via Roma and via Umberto. Nearby, in
similar style, is the 16th-century Palazzo Albis (piazza Civica), once home
to Alghero’s governors. The restored 14th-century Chiesa di San Francesco
(via Carlo Alberto) is the city’s most enchanting church. |
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About Local Restaurants
Fresh fish and seafood dominate the menu, but locally produced salami and
pecorino (sheep’s cheese) are also widely available, and malloreddus
(Sardinian pasta) with sausage and tomato sauce is a standard local dish.
Culinary Catalan touches include paella and crema catalana. Alghero has its
own wines and Anghelu Rùju, a delicious port. The citadel has plenty of
restaurants. For typical Sardinian food, Osteria Taverna Paradiso (via
Principe Umberto 29, 079 978001) boasts a fine selection of local cheeses.
Il Pavone (Piazza Sulis 3, 079 979 584) has an innovative menu, including a
superb squid-ink pasta. For pizza by the metre, Poco Loco (via Gramsci 9,
079 973 1034) has ten-pin bowling and live music on Friday nights.
Agriturismo Sa Mandra (Strada Aeroporto Civile, 079 999 150), north of the
centre, near the airport, serves up a traditional Sardinian meat feast, a
set menu of antipasti, suckling pig, lamb or boar; book well in advance. For
details of local restaurants http://www.sardiniaaccommodation.co.uk/restaurants.htm |
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About Driving
The minimum age to drive in Italy is 18 years. Children under the age of 4
must be seated in a special restraint. The use of seat belts is mandatory
both for front and rear seat passengers. Non European licenses and old-style
green European licenses must be accompanied by an International Driving
Permit. Fines: Police have the right to revoke your license and to collect
fines on the spot. For foreign-registered vehicles, police can collect
one-fourth of the maximum fine on the spot. If you contest the fine, you
must deposit half the maximum amount in cash for insurance. For car hire
http://www.auto-europe.co.uk/index.cfm?aff=SARDINIA |
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About Walking
At sunset, take the pleasant stroll along the seafront to the port, starting
from Lungomare Dante on the south side. The route is lined with a series of
ramparts and towers, coming to an end at the Forte de la Magdalena - the
city's most important Spanish fortification. A plaque commemorates Giuseppe
Garibaldi's landing here on August 14, 1855. After all that exertion,
culture and history, treat yourselves to an ice cream. |
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About Tourist Board
Tourist information: Piazza Porta Terra 2 (079 979 054). |
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About Shopping
The old town is the main shopping area for gifts and local produce. Via
Carlo Alberto is best for gifts, while via Gilbert Ferret specialises in
elegant boutiques. During the summer many shops are open until midnight. An
antiques, arts and crafts market is held in piazza Civica on the last
Saturday of the month. In high season (July and August), a late-night craft
market lines the seafront (Lungomare Dante). £60 The north-western coast of
Sardinia is well-known for its coral and this sum buys you a coral and gold
bracelet from Arte Orafa, a designer jewellery shop on Via Carlo Alberto.
£11 is the cost of a bottle of Cannonau Riserva 1998 - a full-bodied,
locally produced red wine from Salumeria del Centro on Via Kennedy. £7 will
buy a litre of Algheran olive oil and a selection of pretty Sardinian cakes
from the Antica Formaggeria deli on the corner of Via Genova and Via
Cagliari. |
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About Ferries
Ferries from mainland italy arrive in Sardinia at Porto Torres, Olbia, Golfo
Aranci e Cagliari. |
