Follow The Sun: Insider’s Guide To Costa Brava, Spain

Follow The Sun: Insider’s Guide To Costa Brava, Spain

Follow the sun as we join our friends, photographer Libby Willis and stylist Sarah Birchley, the creative duo behind the lens for By Charlotte. Across the Mediterranean, they capture magical moments in one of their favourite travel destinations: the coastline between Barcelona and the Spanish / French border, known as Costa Brava.This coastline, with its idyllic beach areas and hidden coves, was the perfect backdrop for our Holiday Edit, encapsulating the essence of European summer. Here is their guide to the best of the best in Costa Brava:

Why Costa Brava?
The beaches are stunning, the towns are quaint and picturesque and it's an easy transit from Barcelona.
Where to eat?

Isabella's for a long lunch right by the water, Margarita for dinner.
Where to drink?

Set for tapas and a great wine list.
Where to stay?

Casa Nereta for a gorgeous boutique hotel experience.
Where to shop? 
Pepa for a great edit of international fashion, and Cerámiques Joaquim Saló for an amazing collection of Spanish artisan ceramics.
What to do? 
Book a boat day on Bellamar and enjoy sailing through the landscapes that inspired Salvador Dali's artwork.
Travel essentials? 
All of your slow living summer essentials - a bikini, pareo, sunglasses, sandals and sunscreen.

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Photographer: @libbywillisphoto

Stylist & Production: @sarahbirchley