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Advertising Feature In fact, it’s never too late for a trip to Alicante.  This beautiful coastal city, situated on the Spanish Costa Blanca, has a lot to do and see during any time of the year.  Add to that the fact that the weather is nearly perfect for most of the year, and you will begin to understand why Alicante is so popular among tourists. Getting There From the United   Read More ...

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It’s a truth universally acknowledged that many Brits struggle to differentiate between Spain’s beautiful Balearic islands – Menorca and Mallorca (especially when Mallorca is also known as ‘Majorca’…) Names aside, both islands boast identical Mediterranean climates, as well as similarly stunning beaches and delicious cuisine, which also gives cause for confusion. Menorca may be smaller in size, but that doesn’t hinder it in competing with its bigger neighbour for tourism.   Read More ...

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When you are on holiday in Spain, it’s important to enjoy all the pleasures of this fantastic country. This means the local culture, the weather, the beaches and the food, especially the food. Indeed, Spanish cuisine is amazing and anywhere you go will have great food. So whether you are planning on heading to Madrid, or are a fan of Gran Canaria holidays, you will need to be ready for   Read More ...

Holidays in Spain Spanish Food and Drink

Spain offers plenty of different types of holiday retreats for all types of holiday goers.  From club nights that last for nights and days on end, to sandy peaceful retreats to snow lined caps you can find pretty much everything in Spain for your holidays.  This is just one of the many reasons that so many people flock to Spain every year to get away from the daily stains of   Read More ...

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There’s no doubt that the airport improvements over the years have help the tourism industry on Mallorca hugely. The island’s Aeropuerto de Son Sant Joan on the outskirts of Palma is model of modern design and efficiency. The majority of foreign tourists who holiday on Mallorca are either German or British and, with over 7 million tourists flying to the island during 2009, the importance of a great airport cannot   Read More ...

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With so many wonderful beaches on offer in Spain, selecting the top five was difficult. But we’ve tried to include something for everyone – those seeking quiet seclusion, those who prefer the tourist experience, and those who want to go where the locals go.  So let’s get started: presenting our selection for top five beaches in Spain. 5: Es Trenc, Majorca – a wind surfer’s dream If you are looking   Read More ...

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A holiday in the Canary Islands offers sun-drenched beaches and island breezes kissing the skin. The Canary Islands are the destination for a dream holiday. These islands are a feast for the eyes and a respite for the soul. Turquoise waters, blue skies, and no worries make for the vacation of a lifetime. The Canary Islands are Spanish territories and are located in the Atlantic Ocean off the northwest coast   Read More ...

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La Residencia, Mallorca has been voted into the top four ‘Best Leisure Hotels in Europe, Asia Minor and the Russian Federation’ in the 2010 Condé Nast Traveler Reader’s Awards. Various other prestigious European awards have been given to the hotel and resort’s spa facilities and fine dining restaurant, El Olivo. This acclaimed luxury resort is situated near the village of Deià on the northern coast of Mallorca, where terraced hillsides   Read More ...

Holidays in Spain Majorca

Taking a family cruise is a wonderfully relaxing way to take a holiday, from the moment you step on board ship, your holiday has begun. No messing with flights and transfers, no worrying about lost luggage, and no tired kids asking you ‘are we there yet’. Instead, your cruise ship is your floating hotel, your transport and a great place to have fun and enjoy your holiday too. There are   Read More ...

Holidays in Spain

If you’ve not yet booked your summer holiday, what are you waiting for? Worried you won’t be able to get enough time out of the office? It doesn’t matter – with great last-minute savings online you can book a weekend European break and be back in work by Monday. There are some great Madrid hotels available at low prices, meaning you can be jetting off to Spain in no time.   Read More ...

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