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Sunday, June 26th, 2011
Ibiza is known as a quality tourist destination with lots to see and do. It could be the third largest of the Balearic Islands, but it is certainly the most animated in part thanks to its numerous clubs and bars where you can have a party all night!
However, you can enjoy more than one party offer if you are on holiday in Ibiza. There are many exciting water sports you can enjoy during your holiday in this sunny island.
The water temperature around Ibiza, makes it an attractive place to enjoy water sports (it has since May 18 degrees Celsius to 26 degrees in August). A huge range of water sports where the most popular in Ibiza, you can enjoy such as diving, water skiing, catamaran sailing, windsurfing, jet skiing, parasailing, and the hiring of paddleboats (the easiest) and other sports.
You will find that wherever you are in Ibiza, most of the beaches (especially larger ones) will have kiosks where you can rent pedal boats and maybe try a banana boat! The island has numerous schools that offer sailing and windsurfing, catamaran rental, rent a car also (although you may need a license for it) You can learn to sail and navigate on Ibiza has a wide variety of sailing schools in various points around the island, especially in the resorts of Playa de Las Salinas, San Antonio, Cala Martina, Cala Pada and Playa d’en Bossa. One thing friends … The beaches offer sports such as parasailing, jet skiing and the like are: Bay of San Antonio, Santa Eulalia, Cala Bassa and Playa d’en Bossa. (more…)
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Sunday, June 26th, 2011
Holidays in Spanish ski resorts are one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, they are attracting more than 50 million visitors each year. The majority of these sites include holiday booking flights to the Spanish coast, this for a couple of weeks of sun, sand, sangria and some other taste delights guaranteed by the Mediterranean coast of Spain.
Travelers who come to Spain, you will discover its treasures, its culture, rich landscape with its varied geography. Travel destinations in Spain, will show their different contrasts, where your vacation can be anything you want it to be.
The Spanish tourist industry took its origin from the 1960′s and since then over time increasingly sustainable and are the birth of combined deals offering an irresistible combination of cheap air tickets, accommodation and rental Car all included in one price, making it irresistible to thousands of travelers.
Half a century later, the Spanish tourism is still booming on the basis of the same formula in terms of deals. The heady mix of guaranteed sunshine with some of the cheapest hotels in the Mediterranean, say the arrival of the tourist masses who come to the golden beaches of the Iberian Peninsula and its islands. (more…)
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Saturday, June 25th, 2011
The region of Malaga on the Costa del Sol is widely recognized as the perfect place for a relaxing holiday. Not only is there much to do and see in the Malaga region. If you are a golfer, then we say that this region is paradise. What more could you ask for golf?. Malaga is always a perfect sunny day, surrounded by majestic landscapes. A great setting for golf.
There are about 50 golf courses in the Malaga region so you have plenty of choice. Here we present what www.villadeayora.es considered the best settings for the game of golf in Malaga, which are:
Valderrama Golf Club:
For many European golfers is probably the best. It is known as one of the best in terms of courses and play. Valderrama Club was created and designed in 1974, is about 1.5 hours from Malaga. The course hosted the Ryder Cup in 1997. Due to the prestige of the venue, is expensive to play here, with prices ranging up to € 320. However, this is worth it if you’re an experienced player, yes … we must be prepared to book well in advance. (more…)
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Friday, June 24th, 2011
Spain is one of the most popular destinations for short holidays. Among the popular areas have to Marbella, which is located in the southern part of Spain and is one of the first resorts on the Costa del Sol
Among the impressive form of tourism, the issue of accommodation is always a hot topic. The villas in Marbella are available for rent or purchase. These vary in prices, but can be affordable for many buyers. Many people with a retirement plan in the long run tend to be more attracted to this type of property, offering the purchaser a luxurious lifestyle with the added bonus of being located near the stunning panoramic views of mountains.
The villas in Marbella are fast becoming a popular topic for vacationers. More people are discovering that renting a villa allows more privacy in his residence, freedom to come and go as you want and live the life of luxury, all under one roof. Most villas have several rooms which also have its own facilities including kitchen, bathroom and access to a private pool.
Other towns of comfort depending on your price range may also contain some extra amenities such as a pool table, tennis court and private cinema. The list of entertainment and is remarkably active social life without end in Marbella, leaving people with little time to do something else. The exploration of this part of Spain is a good experience the culture and lifestyle. (more…)
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Thursday, June 23rd, 2011
The Canary Islands, lies to the south near the northwest coast of Africa, these islands are known for its mild climate throughout the year, the diversity of its landscapes, snowy mountains, breathtaking volcanoes and beaches. In fact, Tenerife is the largest island in the Canaries is a lure for visitors, but only a few tourists are aware that there are pyramids where you can explore the Island in Guimar.
That brings us to Thor Heyerdahl, who was a famous Norwegian explorer who attracted the attention of the world, spreading the pyramids to the world in the 1990s. Thor Heyerdahl then moved to Tenerife in 1994. This browser dedicated his life to studying these pyramids until he died in 2002.
Astronomy:
The Canary Islands Institute of Astrophysics has done some research on the possible connection to astronomy by these pyramids. According to studies conducted, these pyramids were adjusted according to summer and winter solstices.
Archaeology:
Excavations by archaeologists were different between the years 1997 to 1998. In one of the pyramids was exposed about 26 feet long and which closed some human remains dating back to the old pre-Hispanic. The pre-Hispanic era belongs to the Guanches. (more…)
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Wednesday, June 22nd, 2011
You probably want to rent a car for at least part of your stay in Menorca. You may want to go to ski resorts, which are relatively small and quiet with limited tourist attractions. But with a car you will be able to explore every corner of this small island, its coastline of extraordinary beauty, the rich pastures of the interior, historic towns and prehistoric sites.
Car hire is cheap and readily available. The island is 50 kilometers long and 20 kilometers at its widest point, so that the freedom of driving a car, you will be able to reach all remote corners in one day.
If you require renting a car for your vacation, then you will discover a different beach every day, after all, there are over 100 to choose from.
You can start by visiting the island capital of Mahon in the Southeast and the historic center of Ciutadella on the west coast. Another place could be the pretty fishing village of Fornells, located on the north coast which is well worth a visit. For history buffs who want to explore the numerous ancient sites and monuments have been uncovered throughout the island will undoubtedly be an unforgettable experience. On the site you can see the graves of the Bronze Age, the watchtowers and the prehistoric cave paintings, which can be found here in abundance. (more…)
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Wednesday, June 22nd, 2011
Alicante offers an excellent range of holiday accommodation, you’ll find everything from a wide range of accommodations from five star hotels to hostels and pensions. For the five-star accommodation is the Hotel Hesperia, which is perfect for golfers as it is also located in the Alicante golf course.
The hotel is located on the Avenue of Nations, overlooking the main beach of Playa San Juan, has 122 double rooms and 34 suites. Open all year round and offers a full range of facilities including two swimming pools (one heated) and a gym. There is easy access to the beach and the golf course.
Another hotel is the Holiday Inn, it offers a 4-star accommodation in Catalonia Avenue, also in view of Playa San Juan. The hotel has 62 double rooms and four suites, and wheelchairs.
Other major 4 star hotels include Mediterranea Plaza Plaza del Ayuntamiento and the giant Hotel Meliá, which dominates the port area. The magnificent facilities of Meliá ranging from satellite TV and video in every room. The hotel has 421 double rooms and 124suites. (more…)
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