If a lively, buzzing and action-packed holiday is what you’re after, then Mallorca in July 2011 has to be a contender. Not only is the island’s vibrant restaurant, bar and nightclub scene in full swing in July, but a series of festivals also take place, making visitors of the island literally spoilt for choice of
From August 6 until August 13 2011, a new type of tourism will hit the waters and shores of the island of Skopelos. In combination with the National Offshore Championship, the North Aegean International Sailing Week (Skopelos sailing week 2011) will take place, proving that Skopelos can be used as a competitive venue and
Contrary to the popular perception that Monaco is a catwalk for rich and famous, there is more to this affluent and glamorous French Riviera town than simply being a playground for the elite. For the more ‘budget conscious’ travellers, we have uncovered three activities in Monaco for under 30 euros. Le Loga Restaurant’s ‘from 14
If you are going on a hiking holiday with kids this summer you may want to read our best hiking tips for kids … Prepare your family for their hiking adventure Preparation, like most things in life, is the secret to a successful hiking holiday. Research the destination and area you will be walking in
Carces and the Chateau des Vignes – Provence at its prettiest. With narrow streets, stone arches, vaulted passages, ancient houses, old olive oil mills, colourful wall murals and medieval portals, the village of Carces is a place not to be missed if you are staying in Provence. With a thriving market selling everything from the
Lucca, the Summer Music Festival and Tuscany 5 bedroom Villa Ripiano – Your summer holiday starts here! You never need an excuse to visit Tuscany. With its stunning and deeply varied countryside, landscapes brimming with Renaissance masterpieces, whilst possessing a style and affluence typical of Italy, Tuscany blends tradition and history with modern European culture,
The Isle of MTV 2011 – Quite possibly the biggest live Free music festival in Europe this summer. Malta’s biggest, wildest and loudest open air party returns to the island this year with the highly popular Isle of MTV event. This pulsating musical party will see a crowd of more than 50,000 congregate at the
The peaceful and tranquil vibe that lulls over the southern Turkish region of Lycia is in contrast to its history of brutality over 2000 years ago. Although the brutality may have vanquished from Lycian life, the people of Lycia remain staunchly independent, proudly guarding their unique archaeological sites and inimitable culture. With such a vast
With its laidback attitude, stunning landscapes, thriving tourist industry and sensational architecture, it’s no wonder Croatians have a lot to smile about. Life in Croatia just gets better and better. According to the country’s latest National Happiness Index, the people of Croatia are real optimists who believe that life in this beautiful country will be significantly
Uzes morning markets – The perfect place to experience a French culinary adventure. When you visit France, it doesn’t take long before you realise that wine and food is a national obsession. Although this obsession is percolated right across the country, each region has different food and wine related traditions, all offering a distinct insight
