Cattolica

Located at the southernmost point of the Emilia Romagna shoreline in northern Italy, Cattolica is a beautiful Italian resort. Just like its near neighbour Rimini, Cattolica holidays offer a fantastic destination for the whole family. Cattolica is popular with both Italians and International visitors, and is home to a stunning sandy beach, an array of restaurants and vibrant nightlife, which is said to be the best in Italy. This beautiful region welcomes holidaymakers to enjoy relaxing holidays in Cattolica and it comes as no surprise that so many do.

Getting there and getting around

Flights to Cattolica fly into Federico Fellini International Airport which is located in Miramare just outside of Rimini. The airport is named after a famous Italian filmmaker named Federico Fellini and thousands of holidaymakers pass through every year. Flights depart from most airports in the UK and can be found at reasonable prices. Transfers from the airport to any Cattolica hotels are easily accessible with regular buses running from just outside the terminal. Cattolica even has a local miniature train that is a fun way of getting around the resort. Buses are also readily available, as are taxis. If you wish to see more of the region and perhaps even discover more of Italy then it's also possible to catch a train from Cattolica.

Things to do

Holidays to Cattolica are for those who prefer a laidback, relaxing getaway. The beautiful golden sands are a popular haunt for tourists as well as Italian locals and entice visitors to bask under the glorious sunshine. Cattolica is home to the deep-sea-fishing Championship and the Windsurf-day sports events. These popular activities have made the resort big among the water sports crowd and made the beach the main attraction. Great fun for the family, Cattolica holidays offer an array of shows to watch and a vibrant Italian atmosphere despite the relatively small size of the resort. Interesting historical sights in the area include the 13th century Church of San Apollinare and the Malatesta Tower, part of the former home of a wealthy Italian family that lived here.

Food and drink

Food and drink in Cattolica tends to be very traditional. Watch out for fish specialities on the menu, a local favourite here is fish broth, a thin, flavoursome liquid made from fish stock, vegetables and seasonings. All this is enjoyed with a chilled glass of wine. A popular wine in Cattolica is Chianti, a famous variety enjoyed by many locals. For cheap holidays to Cattolica and any other destination in Italy, visit travel.co.uk today and get the best deal on the market.