Although it can be fun to drink while on holiday, a lot of travelling time can be wasted hanging out at the pubs and local watering holes. Whereas have an alcohol-free holiday can eliminate this problem from your travel agenda, giving you more time to enjoy the city sights.
Not only will you save money, but you're less likely to pile on the pounds after your holiday as you won't be sipping on empty calories and as alcohol makes you hungry, you'll also eat less. You'll also have much more energy generally too.
Although we associate Spanish wine, cava and the famous sangria, a range of alcohols, with the country, Spain is also known for its soft drinks too. Leche merenada is a national favourite and consists of a concoction of milk, lemon, egg white and of course sugar and cinnamon. Originally lapped up by the Madrilenos, it's still on offer in various locations throughout the country. A good substitute for wine is grape juice known as mosto. There are also a variety of locally sourced sparkling water that are great substitutes for bubbly beverages and healthier than the likes of soft, fizzy drinks too.
Zumos, or fruit juices to you and I, are available everywhere and include naranja (orange), pina (pineapple) and melocoton (peach). And if you can't resist those sweet and juicy Mediterranean oranges, ask for a zumo natural - a freshly squeezed juice. Sunshine in a glass...Fruit lovers could also opt for a virgin cocktail; ask for an alcohol free version of a Mohito, Caipirinha, Margarita or Daiquiri.
And then there's alcohol-free beer, which is readily available at most bars and restaurants due to the strict drinking and driving laws throughout the country which called for a zero tolerance policy earlier this year. In Spain they call it 'cerveza sin'.
Not only will you save money, but you're less likely to pile on the pounds after your holiday as you won't be sipping on empty calories and as alcohol makes you hungry, you'll also eat less. You'll also have much more energy generally too.
Although we associate Spanish wine, cava and the famous sangria, a range of alcohols, with the country, Spain is also known for its soft drinks too. Leche merenada is a national favourite and consists of a concoction of milk, lemon, egg white and of course sugar and cinnamon. Originally lapped up by the Madrilenos, it's still on offer in various locations throughout the country. A good substitute for wine is grape juice known as mosto. There are also a variety of locally sourced sparkling water that are great substitutes for bubbly beverages and healthier than the likes of soft, fizzy drinks too.
Zumos, or fruit juices to you and I, are available everywhere and include naranja (orange), pina (pineapple) and melocoton (peach). And if you can't resist those sweet and juicy Mediterranean oranges, ask for a zumo natural - a freshly squeezed juice. Sunshine in a glass...Fruit lovers could also opt for a virgin cocktail; ask for an alcohol free version of a Mohito, Caipirinha, Margarita or Daiquiri.
And then there's alcohol-free beer, which is readily available at most bars and restaurants due to the strict drinking and driving laws throughout the country which called for a zero tolerance policy earlier this year. In Spain they call it 'cerveza sin'.
About the Author:
Catherine McCulloch is a travel writer who often goes on holiday to Spain. Check here to browse the fantastic offers on places to stay and flights from MyTravel.
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