There is a lot on offer within the Canaries for people that love relaxing on the beach and these beaches are within a number of diverse destinations. The islands of Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are home to golden sandy beaches. The islands of Gran Canaria and Tenerife are home to some beaches that are classed as being blue flag. The area of La Palma is home to plunging cliffs, which are dramatic and there is also some quite coves. All of these beaches are very popular with people from all across the world and they enjoy the cheap flights to Canaries.

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Agia Napa is a Cyprus resort that is located within far eastern part of Cyprus. This resort is very popular with tourists and it is well known for its luxurious sandy beaches. This tourist resort is very popular with families however over recent years the resort has become a popular party resort similar to Rimini and Ibiza. There is a number of clubs and gigs within the resort. There are frequent flights to Cyprus therefore people that are visiting this popular resort can make the most of air travel.

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There are a thousand and one interesting things to do and places to visit in this beautiful city. However, to avoid disappointment, an early booking of your flights to Larnaca is highly recommended.

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The Algarve coast is stunningly beautiful and it is also a first class surfing destination. For surfers, it's well worth booking flights to Faro because the waters here offer ideal conditions and there are amazing reefs and breaks all along the shore. Wide, sandy beaches overlooked by red clay cliffs and very little civilization make the Algarve a perfect culturescape for beach goers, even if you're not into surfing but simply long to relax. The beaches are not crowded here and tend to have a laid back feel.

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All of those who have been longing to indulge in another culture should stop reading right now and book last minute flights to Larnaca immediately. The 8th of July, the Larnaka Festival 2010 will take off with an impressive performance of Anna Vissi in the Pattichon Municipal Amphitheatre. For three weeks, Larnace will host outdoor concerts, theatre, dance, a poetry night and film screenings in the Amphitheatre, the Medieval Fort, Skala (the regional theatre on Larnaka Pier) and the Kamares Old Aqueduct.

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Paphos is one of the most visited and the most attractive cities on the west coast of Cyprus. It's boasting with big and famous hotels with their own beaches. And if you are looking for accommodations within a smaller budget, there are quite a number of affordable ones with good quality too.

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Rapidly turning into Turkey's hottest new kid on the block in terms of tourism, Belek is a region on the coast of southern Turkey which includes the town of Belek itself, the city of Antalya and the stunning Aspendos amphitheatre. Here the coastline is scattered with "blue flag" quality beaches, newly developed tourist centres and a variety of historic and cultural attractions.

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In a move that appears to be bucking the trend experienced in other parts of Europe, the Greek Islands are seeing improved tourist figures for the first four months of the year.

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Deciding on a new destination for your next holiday is both exciting and difficult. The prospect of discovering new and wonderful places is set against the worry of potentially being disappointed with your choice of location. Travel brochures have pages of tempting pictures of beautiful scenery and attractive descriptions and the resorts themselves use all kinds of marketing strategies to attract as many visitors as possible. As part of this promotion you may have heard some resorts describe their beaches as "blue flag", but what does that actually mean?

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The unspoilt coastline of the Greek island of Zakynthos, Zante for short, is a haven for endangered sea life and for those in need of spectacular beaches amongst breathtaking surroundings. Famed for its postcard-perfect Smugglers Cove and the loggerhead turtles that annually nest here, Zante is a memorable getaway for families, couples, nature lovers and anyone who appreciates great beaches and beautiful vistas.

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At the beginning of July 2009 a new bus route running between Coral Bay and Paphos airport was started.

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The first United Nations World Environment Day (WED) happened in 1972 and over the following 37 years the initiative has been gaining traction as a vehicle to generate awareness of environmental issues. Thomas Cook was one company that supported the initiative with action events all over Europe and in Egypt. A sustainable tourism fashion show fashion show was held in Italy and a coastal walk was organised on the Coast del Sol to raise money for a local charity. In Paphos on Cyprus, Gran Canaria and Zakynthos Thomas Cook staff took part in beach clean up initiatives. The company sees WED as a good opportunity to educate both staff and guests about the environmental impact of travel and the means of making leisure travel a sustainable option.

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Authorities on the Greek island of Zante have issued requirements that all beaches within popular resorts of four council areas need to have full time lifeguards on duty. The two councils on the island that currently have Blue Flag beach status, namely those at Alykes and Arkadion already have permanent life guards on duty, as that is a requirement under the FEE scheme, but until now others have been left to make their own decision. The councils of Zakynthos and Lagana are the other two areas that fall under the new scheme.

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