Would like to stay in Gilbraltar a few days as an add on to a bigger trip. Has anyone done this and have recommendations? Coming from Canada. Thank you!
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Wyckoff, NJ, USA
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You'll find opinions on both sides here on the RS board. We saw Gibraltar as an annoyingly long daytrip drive (rental car) from three nights in Ronda. We thought a daytrip was more than enough, and that the place, while admittedly unique, is greatly over-rated. Some people visit because they want a ferry to Morocco, which we saw from a Windstar Cruise, not from a Spain or Gibraltar base.
Not because it is "superior" , but because of the geographical area, I wonder if the Azores or Canary Islands would be a more substantial multi-day visit? The Canaries certainly have some over-touristed areas, and moving between the islands is annoying if you are not on a cruise. Southern Spain (I don't mean "golf" or "beach" areas) is a very rich destination, so I don't urge more time in Gibraltar.
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OP
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Thank you for the quick responses. Very helpful. I’m travelling to Gibraltar as a result of tracing my heritage. I’m aiming for fall 2025 or 2026 and will be travelling solo, so it’s helpful to hear about other’s experiences. Thank you for sharing! Kim