Gibraltar cruise holidays
Britons love cruising to 'home from home' Mediterranean cruise port Gibraltar - and not just because it has some excellent pubs and tax free shops (good buys include glassware, china, leather goods, alcohol, perfume, silk and cashmere garments). A cruise to Gibraltar also offers wonderful views of the Bay of Gibraltar and the Moroccan mountains from the Rock Restaurant, served by cable car from the Grand Parade. Birdwatchers can spot more than 230 species and there are clearly marked nature trails you can follow to discover the country's flora and fauna. The most famous 'fauna' of course, are Gibraltar's Barbary apes - get off the cable car at the halfway station to see these, then proceed to the top and hire an audio tape charting the Rock's fascinating history. Alternatively spend a day at the beach - Catalan Bay is the prettiest, with its colourful fishing boats and excellent seafood restaurants.
Frequently asked questions about Gibraltar
| JAN | 13.0°C |
| FEB | 13.3°C |
| MAR | 14.5°C |
| APR | 15.9°C |
| MAY | 18.1°C |
| JUN | 20.8°C |
| JUL | 23.2°C |
| AUG | 23.9°C |
| SEP | 22.1°C |
| OCT | 19.2°C |
| NOV | 15.8°C |
| DEC | 13.8°C |
The official language spoken in Gibraltar is English
The currency in Gibraltar is the Gibraltar pound (GIP), which is pegged with pound sterling (GBP) at par value. While many stores will also accept Euros, you may not get a favourable exchange rate.
1.5ltr bottle of water = £0.45
Coffee (from a restaurant) = £2.10
0.5ltr Domestic Beer from Draught = £3.00
Three course meal for 2 people in a mid-range restaurant = £62.50
If the service was good you can round up or leave a small tip of 5-10%. Tipping bartenders isn't common or expected.
Good morning - Buenos días "Boo-en-os dee-ahs"
Good afternoon - Buenas tardes "Boo-en-as tar-des"
Good night - Buenas noches "Boo-en-as noh-chays"
Hello - Hola "Oh-lah"
Where is - Dónde está "Don-day ehs-ta"
Please - Por favor "Por fah-vor"
Thank you - Gracias "Grah-cee-ahs"
Excuse me - Perdóneme "Per-don-eh-may"
I dont understand - Yo no entiendo "Yo no en-tee-en-doh"
Coffee
Start your day in one of Gibraltar's inviting cafés, where you can enjoy a Full English breakfast or a great espresso.
Lunch
Gibraltar has a unique cuisine, blending the flavours of North Africa, the Mediterranean, and of course, England.
Drinks
Enjoy waterfront marina bars and traditional British pubs, or visit the bar where Christopher Columbus stopped for a drink.
Shopping
Take a stroll down Gibraltar's bustling streets and open squares to find local shops filled with delights.
Culture
Gibraltar's unique location means that it has become a meeting place of diverse cultures for centuries.
Outdoor
Gibraltar is perhaps best known for its geological beauty and scenic views, which alone are worth the trip.
| JAN | 16.0°C |
| FEB | 15.4°C |
| MAR | 15.6°C |
| APR | 16.1°C |
| MAY | 17.3°C |
| JUN | 18.8°C |
| JUL | 20.5°C |
| AUG | 21.5°C |
| SEP | 21.0°C |
| OCT | 19.6°C |
| NOV | 17.9°C |
| DEC | 16.8°C |
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