Winter has arrived in Galicia and along with it, its green mountains merge with the sea, waves break against the cliffs and fresh clean air abounds.
It is an ideal time to spend quality time with friends and family; and take a break from the cold temperatures outside in one of the many bars and cafeterias. If there is one thing we know about in Galicia it is how to celebrate around the table. Come to Vigo and enjoy one of its many gastronomy...
Winter is typically associated with desolate landscapes and trees stripped bare of their leaves…except that is, in the city of Vigo! The start of the year sees the camellias beginning to flower and immersing the city in colour. In Asia the oil from the Camellia flower is considered a real cosmetic gem, with numerous benefits for our diet, skin and hair. In fact Galicia is taking its first steps in the production of camellia oil and tea.
Come and visit the Rías Baixas, where the climate and soil acidity are perfect for the...
It looks like 2020 has brought a little bit of everything and at some incredible prices. Come and find out...
And when you grow tired of wandering around the streets visiting the different open shopping areas, window shopping and making your purchases, you can stop for some afternoon tea or a cup of hot coffee on an outdoor terrace, or snug inside a cafe.
If you are a fan of shopping centres, ours await you packed full of special offers.
Come back to Vigo...
On the evening of the 5th January, at 6pm., the Cabalgata de Reyes (lit. The Twelfth Night Procession) takes place in and around the main streets of Vigo. It is a great show for the children, who love to get involved in the fun of happily trying to catch the magic sweets that are thrown out at the crowds from the floats.
It is said that the Three Wise Men travelled to Bethlehem following a star, to present the baby Jesus with gifts of Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh. And today this is why we also give each other gifts at this time...
