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It’s easy to see why Mallorca has become a firm favourite holiday destination over the years, wowing sun seekers of every age. But, there’s more to this jewel in the Mediterranean than just glorious blue skies. Visit Mallorca and you’ll be amazed at just how many other treasures this Balearic beauty has to offer.
When planning a holiday, one of the things that is probably on your mind constantly is accommodation. No vacation is complete without a place you can call your own. A place to return to after being a tourist all day, in which you can unwind and recharge your batteries before your next fun excursion.
A villa is a fantastic family holiday option. That’s because it will offer so much more space and privacy than a hotel and, what’s more, perks like cooking facilities will save you a lot of money on dining out. Add to this your own garden, patio and even your own pool (so no more rushing to get to a sun lounger) and you are officially in holiday heaven.
If you’re looking for somewhere exceptional to stay in the beautiful Luberon region of Provence, not far from the famous town of Bonnieux, then let us introduce you to Le Mas Martin.
Known for its rich maritime history where countless battles have taken place down the centuries, the ancient city of Brest, positioned at the tip of Brittany, is a beguiling port city to visit.
The great walls that surround the ancient city of Lugo in Galicia, North-West Spain are widely considered to be the best-preserved Roman walls, not just in Spain, or Europe for that matter, but in the world!
It’s safe to say that many of the other Greek islands receive much more attention than little Paxos, which is only seven miles long. But its dramatic craggy coastline to the west and unspoilt villages along the east coast are just as inviting as the landscapes of many of the better-known Greek islands.
Puig d’Es Mila is a beautiful country villa that’s nestled amongst the emerald hills that slope below the San Salvador monastery near the bustling town of Felanitx on Mallorca. This sprawling and characterful rural abode has five bedrooms, six bathrooms and can sleep up to ten guests in comfort.
It is now even easier to enjoy the delights of Brittany this summer. If you live within range of Manchester Airport, thanks to FlyBe both Rennes and Nantes can now be reached by direct flights. This is ideal if you are thinking about a quick city break, or even a full family holiday. Flight times
Nissaki means ‘Little Island’ and several hundred years ago the town of Nissaki on Corfu was exactly that, a little island. The local people worked, shaping stones and local rocks transported by boat to the island. The stones were mainly used for building work. Eventually the chippings, over many years formed the beginnings of a
Epiphany is celebrated around the world, but in Spain it takes on somewhat more importance. Although Santa Claus has made recent inroads, the ‘Three Kings Day’ has been a part of Spanish culture, celebrated since the end of the 2nd century, in one form or another. On January 6th the Spanish celebrate the visit of
Sat at the zenith of a verdant hillside above the steep gorge of the River Barbate slightly inland from the beautiful shores of the Costa de la Luz – the Coast of Light -, the whitewashed town of Vejer de la Frontera is a sight to behold, before you even reach it.
It’s that time of year again, when many sun-drenched destinations throughout Europe gear up for a heady festival of music and laughter in the sun. Such revelries can certainly be found on the island of Mallorca.
If you are currently on one of the splendid Islands within Greece, you will probably be enjoying a wonderful holiday, with glorious weather, eating fabulous food and engaging in chatter with the locals. Okay, some of the chatter may revolve around the current Greek situation but the main chatter will be fun, humorous, courteous and
Lanzarote has been a popular destination for cyclists of all abilities for many years, with good reason. One of the principle reasons Lanzarote is a hub for cyclists is because of its climate – dry, warm and, unlike the UK, predictable.
Croatia is awash with great festivals all summer long and a great example is the Croatian Summer Salsa Festival – eight days and nights of non-stop fun!
From well-known photographers to enthusiastic amateurs, hundreds of photographers in and around Brittany are keen to get their work displayed at the prestigious annual People and Nature Photo Festival in La Gacilly.
Another great villa not far from the beautiful town of Pollenca on Mallorca is Ca’n Puput. Ca’n Puput is a two-bedroom country home that is hidden out of view down a quiet country lane in the highly desirable area known as La Font.
