If you are looking for an early getaway in 2013 with the children then the beautiful island of Mallorca that is drenched in sunshine virtually all year round, would make an excellent choice of mid to late-winter holiday destination. Whilst many holiday resorts have a limited choice of things to do during off-peak periods of
When it comes to hosting flamboyant, colourful and decidedly exhilarating festivals and events, Lanzarote is certainly amongst the European experts. No sooner has the fabulous celebrations of the Cabalgata de los Reyes – the Three Holy Kings – died down, which involves three locals dressed as the Three Kings being paraded around the streets of Arrecife,
Girona – Possibly the most photogenic city in Spain. When we talk about cities in Catalonia, the region’s capital Barcelona immediately springs to mind. Despite being a significantly less eminent city of Catalonia, Girona is the northeast of the region is certainly a marvel just waiting to be discovered. Part of Girona’s charm is that, compared
Visiting the town of Pistoia in Tuscany is like taking a journey back in time. When one thinks of elegant, historical and traditional Italian towns, Pistoia is the epitome of such visions. This ancient town was a centre for Estruscan, Gallic and Ligurian settlements before becoming a Roman colony in the 6th century BC. Inside
When one thinks of Rome, an inspiring mix of the arts, fashion, high-end culture and ancient architecture and artefacts immediately spring to mind. Although challenging the seemingly common accord that all visitors of Rome are individuals with a consuming or excessive interest in culture and the arts, is the fact that this electrifying city is
For any theatre-lovers thinking about heading to the Cote d’Azur next year then news that the Grand Theatre de Provence, the Theatre du Gymnase in Marseille and the Theatre du Jeu de Paume are joining forces to provide an itinerary of sensational shows and events, might just be the tip of the iceberg in persuading
Spain ranks sixth in the world in golf tourism, according to new data released by “Voyage Prive”, a private travel club that analysed golf tourism throughout the world. The analysis was based on how many golf courses a country has, of which Spain has a total of 590 – 25 on the Balearic Islands –
Madina Yabisa Exhibition – a unique insight into Ibiza during Muslim occupation. It’s considered across the world as being the ultimate party island, the island that never sleeps, the place to head to if you want a hedonistic holiday dominated by clubbing by night and sleeping off hangover during the day. But there is more to
The Istrian coast and its irresistible yet largely overlooked wine scene. Situated in the north-western corner of Croatia is the stunning Istrian peninsula, a welcoming mix of Roman ruins, fragrant truffles, charming seaside villages, sprawling olive groves entwined together with the remnants of Italian culture from centuries of Venetian rule. The many ports and fishing villages
If you are thinking about taking a trip to Florence the chances you are enthusiastic about Italian art and culture. If you are visiting the city, which is world renowned for its legendary music heritage, having nurtured Cimabue and Giotto, the so-called fathers of Italian painting, before 27 January 2013, then you may want to
