If you're thinking of booking flights to Lanzarote, you're probably looking for a fix of sun, sea and sand. Take it from us: the most north-eastern of the seven Canary Islands won't let you down. Especially Playa Blanca, at the centre of the southern coastline, is a brilliant resort for beach lovers. Because it is sheltered from the wind by the Femes Mountains on one side and Montana Roja on the other, on average, this is the warmest area of Lanzarote. Visitors keep falling in love with the sandy beaches, the picturesque fishing village with its white washed walls and paved lanes, the live music venues, designer shops and high-end restaurants at Marina Rubicon. But... where will you be having your royal breakfasts in the morning, enjoying beauty treatments in the afternoon, resting your head at night or receiving the new friends you met at one of the hip clubs in town? We've selected 3 super-classy hotels that will make your stay at Playa Blanca truly unforgettable.

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When people think of great archaeological sites to visit, their minds usually turn to Rome or Athens first. However, our ancestors left their mark in many ways and many places around the world. Especially the city of Paphos, on the island of Cyprus, is increasingly being heralded as an archaeological treasure trove. Formally classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1980, Paphos is not only loved by archaeologists, but also by writers, poets and artists, who are inspired by the legacy of love and beauty that the city gets from its close association with Aphrodite. First inhabited in the Neolithic times, Paphos is renowned for the insights it gives into ancient architecture through its extensive remains of tombs, theatres, villas and palaces. A few key places to visit include:

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Forget bloody bull fights, dog duels and cruel cock fights. During mating season along the Aegean coasts, Casanova camels will kick off a fight over a couple of camel cuties in heat. If you want to see a smoking hot battle, attend the Camel Wrestling Festival that will be held Sunday 15th of January 2012 in Selcuk, a popular city in Izmir, Turkey.

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Egypt's leading entertainment centre, SOHO Square, has invited members of the UK DJ aristocracy to hit up the land of the Pharaohs and establish the reputation of two epic new venues as Africa's greatest clubs. The legendary Judge Jules, it was recently confirmed, is set to play the main square on the 2nd of January (2012). There is no doubt his nimble hands will be mixing some amazing tunes with the passion and energy the British Dance community has come to expect from his sell out sets.

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More than 4,000 miles away from the desert wastelands of Iraq, on the sandbanks of Fuerteventura, Sacha Baron Cohen has been spotted shooting his latest satirical offering: 'The Dictator'. After the controversy stirred up in the wake of 'Borat' and 'Bruno' it is not surprising he had to settle for the sunny Spanish resort rather than 'The Dictator's' intended Middle Eastern backdrop.

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As the start of the summer holidays signals a mass exodus to the beaches and resorts of Europe, the relatively stable Pound and a weaker Euro has meant that British holidaymakers are taking advantage of last minute deals to fly off to the sun.

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Flights to Paphos take just less than four hours from most UK airports, making it an easily accessible holiday destination. Most holidaymakers board their flights to Paphos hungry with anticipation for the chance to flop onto a sun-drenched beach for a few days. However, there is more to this coastal city than the spectacular sands for which it is so well known. Steeped in history, Paphos is a stunning blend of ancient and modern, just waiting to be explored.

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The Mugam festival is an international event that takes place on an annual basis. This festival normally takes place within the concert hall that is known as Baku's Chamber and Pipe Organ. This international festival provides the ideal opportunity for people to experience a genre of music that is unique and this music genre is known as Mugam. During this festival dancers that are dressed elaborately perform whilst the music plays. This music festival is popular with both tourists and local alike and a lot of the tourists that enjoy this festival make use of the regular flights to Ibiza.

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During April the main festival that is celebrated in Tenerife is Easter and this festival is a weeklong event. Normally this festival is the start of the better weather on the island of Tenerife and this makes it a popular time with tourists. A lot of the tourists that come here to enjoy the sunshine make use of the regular flights to Tenerife. There are tourists that come to this area all year round however the numbers tend to increase when the weather is warmer and the schools have more holidays.

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Ibiza is classed as the dance capital of Europe and this has led to a lot of tourists making the most of the regular cheap flights to Ibiza. This is the perfect place for people that enjoy partying all night and the island of Ibiza has some of the largest and best night clubs that can be found anywhere in the world. A lot of the clubs in this area are enjoyed by the rich and famous as well as trendy young people.

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The annual festival that is known as Semana Santa is held on the Thursday, which is known as Maundy Thursday. This festival takes place in the resort on Palma on the island of Mallorca. During this festival there is a procession that leaves the church that is known as La Sang and the procession carries a crucifix. There are a lot of tourists that make the most of the regular flights to Ibiza.

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Porto Cristo is located on the eastern coast of Mallorca and it is located within the municipality that is known as Manacor. The main attraction within Porto Cristo is the large harbour. Although Porto Cristo is a popular resort with tourists it is home to a traditional Mallorcan atmosphere and there is a lot of local trades that are located within this area. A lot of the tourists that enjoy a holiday within this area also enjoy the regular flights to Mallorca.

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Angel Sunday is an annual event, which takes place during March. Angel Sunday is a festival, which is celebrated at Bellver Castle and this takes place on the first Sunday after Easter. This is a popular festival that is celebrated by the locals and also a vast number of the tourists that come to this area and a lot of these people make the most of frequent flights to Mallorca. Angel Sunday is a traditional event and in previous years bread was blessed during this festivals and then given out to the poor people. Angel Sunday is known within the local area as Domingo del Angel and this is a big celebration within the local area.

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Bodrum is located within the South Western part of Turkey and it is located on the Aegean Coast. This area is home to some luxurious beaches and coastal attractions. This area tends to enjoy a lot of very nice weather and this makes it perfect for tourist that enjoy relaxing in the sun and a lot of these people make the most of the regular flights to Bodrum. This area is also very popular with people that are interested in cultural history. This part of the town is the most laid back part of Bodrum and it mainly congregates around both the yacht club and the marina.

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Antalya is a very popular tourist destination and a lot of these tourists enjoy shopping within this area. A lot of the tourists that enjoy shopping within this area make the most of the cheap flights to Antalya. There is a number of very popular areas for shopping within Antalya and it is true to say that this area is a dreamland for shopaholics. It is fair to say that this area has some of the best shopping within the Middle East and it is also a very magnificent area.

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The modern village of Bodrum is located within the area that is known as Bodrum. This village is only small but is still a very popular tourist destination. This village is popular with tourists from all across the world who enjoy the frequent flights to Bodrum.

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There are a lot of people that enjoy cheap regular flights to Tenerife in the hope of relaxing in the sun on a luxurious sandy beach. One of the most popular beaches within Tenerife is Medano Beach and this has a vast stretch of golden sand and on the horizon across the beach are the mountains, which shimmer in the heat of the sun. This beach is also able to offer crystal clear blue waters and it looks like a dozen shades of blue during the summer sunshine.

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The town of Fasnia is located at the bottom of the volcanic mountain that is known as Montana de Fasnia. This mountain last erupted during 1705. There are a lot of people that visit this town from all across the world, as they are able to enjoy the regular flights to Tenerife. The very popular beach of Playa del Abrigo is close to this town. The countryside around the town of Fasnia is home to a number of hamlets and it is also home to a number of different plant species, which includes cacti, pine trees and also rockrose. The town of Fasnia is a fabulous place to use as a base when you want to explore the rest of the southern coast of Tenerife.

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There is a vast amount of attractions in Mallorca and one of the most popular of the attractions is the Mallorca Caves. These caves are visited by a vast number of people every year and a lot of these of these people enjoy the regular flights to Mallorca.

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The Town of Ibiza is commonly referred to as Elvissa as this is its Catalan name. The town of Ibiza is the capital of the island and it is located in the southeastern part of the island. The town of Ibiza is most commonly known for its nightlife. This town is very popular with young holidaymakers from Britain and a lot of these tourists enjoy the regular flights to Ibiza. There are a lot of people that return the town year after year to enjoy the sun, sand and everything else that the town has on offer.

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Dalaman is a Turkish city and it is situated on the southwestern coast of Turkey. The main airport for Dalaman is situated about six kilometers from the center of the town. There are a lot of flights to Dalaman that come into this airport, as it is the nearest airport for a number of other resorts within Turkey.

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The Tarxien Temples is the name that is given to very spectacular temples that have been constructed in the southern part of Malta. These temples date back to between 3600BC and 2500BC. These temples are known for being complex finely structured temples and they feature a range of carved figures. These temples are a very popular attraction for tourists. A lot of these tourists get to the area by using one of the many flights to Malta.

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Banjul is home to some riverine forests that are tropical and these are located within the Abuko reserve of nature. This nature reserve was designed to give a basic understanding of the fauna, avi fauna and flora that is located in Gambia. The unique nature within this reserve enables visitors to get an understanding of the biodiversity levels of the country and this includes both the current levels and past levels. The reserve is home to a vast array of different creatures and this includes fish, reptiles, mammals and birds. This attraction is very popular with the tourist from all across the world due to the frequent flights to Banjul.

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Hillsborough River State Park opened during 1938 and it is one of the first state parks within Florida. The Hillsborough River State Park is situated in the northeastern corner. This park is very popular. This park is very popular with people that visit this and a lot of the tourists take advantage of the frequent flights to Sanford. The Hillsborough River that tends to be rather fast flowing divides this park and the river has some big rapids. This river is very popular for canoeing, kayaking and also fishing.

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The Monastery known as Saint Maria de Miracoli is actually one of the most popular destinations within Crete. Crete is a very tourist attraction and there are regular flights to Crete, which makes it a popular tourist resort. The popular resort of Crete is offers tourists serenity and aura and this reflects the grandeur and heritage of the area. This monastery dates back to the fifteenth century and it was originally built for the Roman Catholics.

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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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Kassope is an ancient town that is located within Preveza. Kassope is considered to be one of the best cities that is built along the banks of the Hippodamian plan within Greece. Kassope is located on the southeastern slopes of the Zalongo Mountain and it is close to the village of Zalongo. This is a popular tourist destination and this is assisted with the regular flights to Preveza.

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New Fortress is a very popular tourist destination on the island of Corfu and it attracts a vast amount of tourists every year. The island of Corfu is visited from people from all over the world and they make the most of the frequent flights to Corfu. This island has a vast on offer to tourists in terms of brilliant architecture and beauty. The New Fortress is considered to be the new citadel and it is commonly referred to as Now Frourio. This tourist attraction is a very rich in cultural heritage and this is also true for the entire island of Corfu.

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The Municipal Art Gallery is amongst the biggest museums on the island of Corfu. Tourists that want to experience a bit of everything that the island has to offer should certainly visit this art gallery. The Municipal Art Gallery brings to everyone attention the authentic rich culture that the island has to offer. This art gallery is certainly amongst the most visited tourist attractions on the island. The island of Corfu is very popular with tourists as there is a vast amount of things to do and there is frequent flights to Corfu therefore people can rely on air transport to get to their destination.

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The village of Kassiop on the island of Corfu is probably one of the best known tourist attractions on the island. This village is a popular area for tourists to visit when they are on holiday on Corfu. This village is located about thirty eight kilometers to the north of Corfu Town and it is opposite the Albanian Coasts. There is frequents flights to Corfu therefore you can rely on air travel to get to your destination.

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Skiathos is one such island in Greece which is both blue and green. Skiathos town also happens to be the main settlement as well as a port. The other parts of the town consist of large hotels, commercial complexes, beach resorts, studio units and apartments. Within Skiathos you will be able to identify several tourist facilities such as taverns, shops, travel agencies, bars and restaurants. It is accessible by air and flights to Skiathos are also regular from many of the European countries.

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Kos is the third largest among the Dodecanese islands located in the South Aegean Sea slightly away from Turkeys southwestern coast. It is also the capital and the largest city, situated at the entrance of the amazing harbor lying at the northern end of the island. Interesting antiquities, sparkling beaches, ruins and an excellent nightlife is what makes the town popular. Airport at Kos is also used frequently as flights to Kos have become quite regular since the tourism here gained momentum in 1970s. There are some beautiful churches in the town and church of Agios Ioannis Prodromos is one such church that should be visited during your trip to Kos.

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Crete is one of the lively places in Greece and people here very joyfully celebrate a lot of festivals throughout the year. They are a lot into celebrating festivals concerned with the harvest of crops and fruits, hence the names of many of its festivals as the orange harvest, sultana and raisin season and the chestnut picking. Festivals here will provide even the visitors from other countries an opportunity to have the taste of this years harvest. Traveling to Crete at this time of the year is even better as Christmas is here. There are regular flights to Crete as well. But if you are not able to reach Crete in December or January, be sure to be in Crete in February for the Shrove Monday.

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The culture of Paphos is embedded into its rich history and tradition of celebrating loads of festivities round the year. Being a part of Paphos festival can be great fun and a huge source of relaxation for people coming from various countries leaving their work away during holidays. If you intend to do the same then catch flights to Paphos in February to be a part of the Limassol carnival. Limassol is about 57 km from Paphos and reaching Limassol will never be an issue considering the availability of different modes of transport.

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The town of Burgas is located on the picturesque Black Sea coast in the middle of the Burgas Bay. The whole of the town actually rests on the Burgas plate. Booking your flights to Burgas in advance is a good idea if you want to really enjoy your holidays here. The altitude on an average is 17 meters. Towards the south as well as the north, Burgas is surrounded by salt lakes, which happen to be protected areas of the town. This is because the lakes form part of Via Pontica that consists of birds that migrate here every year. Apart from this natural set up, there are some museums to look forward to.

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Santorini is known for its scenic environment and a good tourist hustle bustle. It is a good idea to plan a holiday in Santorini as you can enjoy some great sunsets at various locations around the town. Flights to Santorini can be booked and boarded at anytime of the year as they are quite regular. Oia is one of the most well known towns near Santorini where you can get the best sunset views. Oia is an excellent town where you can simply stroll around and spend lots of time simply shopping. Also make sure that you book a table at one of the restaurants around the caldera to have a good view of the sunset.

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Kos is known for tourism all over Europe. The total population of Kos is barely 32,000. It is easy to reach Kos. If you dont get direct flights to Kos from your own country then you can first take a flight to Athens and then get to Kos. From May to October, there are several flights from major European airports to Kos. Kos Island International Airport provides a wide range of flights to other countries as well. Christian Basilicas at the beach of Agios Stefanos is one of the most well known places at Kos.

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Hurghada has become a famous destination all over the world especially because of its notable landmarks such as the Monastery of St. Anthony, Monastery of St. Paul and some of the most interesting historic sites viz. Mons Claudianus and Mons Porphyrites. Other activities include diving and snorkeling. There are some good services that offer to teach both. Planning your trip in advance is a great idea so you get to see the entire city. Traveling by air is a good option as there are several flights to Hurghada on daily basis.

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Kos is a beautiful town in Greece filled with several museums, beaches and castles. There are a number of flights to Kos throughout the year, so you can plan your holiday at any time. One of the widely known castles is its Castle of the Knights. The prodigious castle is located at the Kos Harbor. The castle was constructed by St Johns Knights. It was skillfully designed in order to exercise control over the small strip of water located amid the mainland called Asia Mino and the Island. Another aim of building this castle was to defend the town which was initially surrounded by a moat and was more of an island.

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Kefalonia is situated right in the middle of the earthquake zone however it succeeds in preserving every natural habitat, trees and animals around the region. If you are traveling by air then book your flights to Kefalonia as soon as possible because you dont want to miss out on the fun and magic that it has to offer. The wild horses here, in fact, owe their existence to the mount here named Ainos. Mount Ainos is filled with thousands of things to explore.

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Antalya is a popular tourist attraction famous for Kaleici, where you will experience the magic of historic Greek and Turkish houses that have been kept under protection. You will also find traces of Seljuks, Byzantine and Roman architecture around the old town. The best part about Antalya is that it stands on a tall cliff accompanied by mountains, forests and beautiful seas all around it. Since Antalya has an airstrip and there are several flights to Antalya from a number of places all over the world, you can reach Antalya conveniently to admire the coastal as well as historical places. Among its natural setting you will encounter a gorge or valley called the Saklikent Gorge. The gorge is a famous destination among tourists.

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Hurghada is among the most popular tourist destinations in Egypt, and visitors from all over the world visit Hurghada for its sunshine, diving and the sea. Hurghada has recently become conscious of the tourist rush and so, a lot of developments have taken place in the past decade. Considering this, the number of flights to Hurghada has also increased with almost every major city connected to it by air. There is a continuous luxurious stretch of 20 kilometers on the sea coast. The only part of the city that gives that traditional ambience is the Ed Dahar quarter. At the coast you will witness couple of coral reefs that can be reached by swimming and going to the moderately deep seas.

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Pyrgos is the ancient name for the city of Burgas. The city consists of a large port as it is located close to the Black Sea. Burgas has its own airport and there are many flights to Burgas from several cities which travelers around the world can avail. The summer season is considered to be ideal to travel to Burgas however, summers make Burgas pretty crowded. There are some quiet places around the city that can be visited whenever you want.

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Crete is the largest in area among all the Greek islands. It is situated towards the southeastern edge of Greece. This picturesque Mediterranean island is 260 km in length and 12 to 60 km in width. The island sits cozily between Africa, Europe and Asia. You can book flights to Crete to enjoy the antiquity in form of its churches, palaces and museums as well as the modern locations such as its vast golf courses.

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Rhodes has an Old town and a New town both having its own peculiarities. The old town has some prodigious walls where some of the structures show influence of the Latin, Byzantine and Turkish inhabitants. The old town consists of several quiet but twisting alleyways interrupted timely by lively squares. It is a good idea to take flights to Rhodes to explore the incredible palaces and museums that are located in the old town. You could also reach via the commercial harbor of Rhodes that is home to a number of international ferry services. There are inter island ferries too located towards the east.

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Funchal is a place full of picturesque gardens growing all kinds of trees to preserve its natural beauty. If you are planning your next vacation to Funchal, there are several hotels and resort where you can stay. Regarding your journey, there are many flights to Funchal from almost all the major international airports. Funchal consists of Monte Palace Tropical Garden, Quinta Magnolia, Quinta Das Cruzes, Quinta Palmeira, Santa Catarina Park, Botanical GardenThis property, now belonging to the Blandy family, boasts some of the most valuable and rare exotic plants on the island.

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Palma de Mallorca is a city full of contrasts the old beautifully merged into the and new setting accompanied by palms all around. Palma de Mallorca has an airstrip and there are several flights to Palma that you can take from any location in the world. As you step in the city close to its historic area you cannot miss the prodigious Gothic Cathedral, which will not fail to impress you. It took King Jaume I 300 years to construct the church and the process of building had begun as early as 1229. The streets at Palma de Mallorca are best explored by walking all the way through the citys designer boutiques, lanes with trees in line and the small souvenir shops to buy things from. As you proceed further a whole new drama of Spanish lifestyle will unfold in front of you.

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Rethymno beautifully unites the charm of an old town with the enthusiasm of a soft sandy beach. This brings your vacation to a point where it is loaded with great surprises of the past and the present. There are flights to Crete and Rethymno can be reached by a ferry that will leave you right in the middle of the quaint town.

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Choirokoitia also known as Khirokitia is a place of archaeological importance in Paphos in Cyprus. The site dates back to the Neolithic age when people indulged in herding cattle and farming crops using the subsistence methods. Paphos is a great place to holiday with plenty of sightseeing opportunities and activities to indulge in. Your flight to Paphos will land you at the Paphos International Airport and you will need to hire a car for reaching Choirokoitia.

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Fuerteventura is one of the Islands among other Canary Islands and is actually the oldest one too. There are some flights to Fuerteventura and you can further travel to explore the city using the local transport or hire a car. Interesting places to visit in Fuerteventura include Antigua, Giniginamar and a village called Villaverde.

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Lanzarote is located at the eastern end of the Canary Islands. There are some flights to Lanzarote and further it takes a couple of hours to reach well known areas of the Island. It accommodates a number of long sandy beaches, national parks and excursions through the volcanic ashes. This will urge you to check out the La Cueva de los Verdes that offers the largest volcanic tunnel existing in the entire world.

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Spain has not really been known for pyramids but as you arrive via flights to Tenerife airport, head straight for a town called Guimar to view some of these amazing tombs. Guimar is a coastal town located towards eastern end of Tenerife. In case you need a break from the same old beaches and wish to take dive in the historical mysteries, Guimar will definitely offer you an amazing one. Most researchers, archaeologists and anthropologists have been bewildered by these pyramids since they were uncovered and identified as pyramids in 1991. The place opens for visitors everyday from 9.30 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. The only days it is closed is December 25th and January 1st every year.

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Shadwan Island is an attractive Island located in Hurghada popular for its marine life, and scuba diving. In fact, it is precisely because of the marine life that scuba divers show keen interest in the Red Sea. Several expeditions consisting of students of Marine biology, tourists, sailing enthusiasts, and casual cruisers are seen finding their part of the heaven here in Shadwan Island. There are some flights to Hurghada that can be taken from several parts of the world. Further, Shadwan Island can be reached by road as it is a couple of miles away from Hurghada.

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A city of 200,000 people, Burgas is the second largest among all other Bulgarian cities touching the coast of Black Sea. It is fourth largest in the country that comes only after Sofia, Plovdiv and Varna. There are several commercial flights to Burgas. This makes it quite accessible to the tourists and casual visitors alike.

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The modern town of Kos cannot really be thought of as being very significant in history. The island in fact was colonized by Carians, was one of the biggest trade centers of the ancient world and even took part in the amazing Trojan War of Troy. However, as you would discover in your visit to the beautiful Greek island, there are quite a many ruins standing as evidence to the rich past of Kos. Your flights to Kos would land at the Kos International Airport.

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Parga is a tiny town on the seaside with remarkable landscape and architecture, about 62 km from Preveza. Parga attracts several tourists from many European countries such as Italy. Because of its proximity to the surrounding countries it is a favorite weekend destination of Greece. Parga doesnt have an airstrip, thats why flights to Preveza or Athens can be boarded first and then Parga can be reached either by a car or a bus. Aktion and Ioannina, Preveza are the closest airports to Parga, which host internal flights starting from Athens. The town of Parga has great places to visit such as museums, churches completely influenced by the Venetian architecture because of its constant occupation by the Venetians in the past.

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Larnacas residents welcome the procession of their patron, St Lazarus, with great cheer. The portrait of Saint Lazarus is brought from the St Lazarus Church for a while. It is then taken through the procession covering all the streets of Larnaca. The procession is led by the priest, who provides a service just before starting off from the church. The feast day of the St Lazarus is considered to be a significant event and the liveliness of Cypriots becomes quite evident during the procession. It is great experience and Larnaca is worth visiting at this time of the year.

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Aspendos International Opera and Ballet Festival is an extremely popular festival in Turkey. It is organized by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture from June 10th to July 22nd. Aspendos is around 45 kms away from Antalya airport. You can easily reach Aspendos by taking a flight from the airport at Antalya. There are several flights to Antalya, international as well as domestic.

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The date of celebrating the festival is decided by the Coptic calendar. The festival celebrates the beginning of the harvesting season. Shemu stands for revival of life and onset of the harvesting season. The festival is marked by a great feast in which certain things have to be consumed. The offerings during the feast also hold great significance.

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Just like all other amazing locations in Greece, Kefalonia is no less and holds great importance in terms of many celebrations and religious festivals. Flights to Kefalonia can be planned according to the events you wish to attend, as the city offers numerous events all through the year and more so in the summer season. The festival, especially the Kefalonia Carnival, is organised with great amount of joy and excitement around the picturesque villages.

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Easter also known as Paska, is considered to be the most important day in Greece traditionally. While Easter is on, it spans almost a weeks time and that week is termed as the Great Week or Megali Evdomada. During the Greek celebration of Easter, you will witness deep devotion and rich pageantry. There are celebrations and the excitement is quite contagious. Prior to the arrival of the festival traditional Greek people keep a fast of 40 days called nisteia as Easter is welcomed with preparation of elaborate meat, milk products and pastries. They are all the more excited because of the restriction they undergo during the fasting period.

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The Feast of Ria Formosa is a delight for the seafood lovers. This yearly festival is bound to capture the hearts of all the foodies no matter which region of the world they belong to. The festival is aimed at celebrating the bountiful harvest of all type of seafood including fish. It is organized in the month of August and held at Jardim dos Pescadores for a period of six days.

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Apokrias Carnival in Crete is celebrated to appease Dionysos, the God of Feast and Wine. Traditionally it is supposed to prepare the people for the 40 day fast or Lent, during which there is are no parties, weddings or celebrations of any kind. The carnival is held as a form of last time of celebration before Lent begins, when people are not allowed to have meat or drink wine. It is held over a period of three weeks filled with fun and festivities, more to compensate for the abstinence to be held during the 40 day fast.

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The unusual tradition of Matances de Bujots marks the Easter Sunday in Menorca. The event involves hanging of effigies of prominent figures which, for some strange reason, are then targeted by marksmen. The term Bujot means a rag doll, which actually stands for someone without any character or personality.

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The rich history and culture of Kefalonia is marked by the numerous festivals and events held throughout the year. After a round of museums, castles, monasteries and other places of interest, attending the festivals at Kefalonia can be a great addition to your holiday package.

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The Aegean Sea is home to the Sporades which signifies scattered or sporadic, which consists of a group of 24 islands. Skiathos, Greece is one of five inhabited islands of this group of 24 situated in the Northern Sporades along the eastcoast of Greece.

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If you are a big fan of carnivals, festivals and any forms of parties, then Lanzarote is the place to be. This island hosts a vast number of events for any one calendar year and of course, 2010 is no different. Some of their famous festivities have already occurred, but you can attend those next year if you missed them this year. They are the February carnivals, the festivities for Holy Week at Marchs end, the Day of the Cross celebrations in May, Junes Lanzarotes Corpus Christi celebrations and of course the Heineken Jazz festival which takes place every July.

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For the rest of this year, there are still many events to come and you can still make this island your number one vacation spot for this year. You have already missed the Heineken Jazz festival, but its annual so you can go next year, it takes place in July. You would have also liked the Easter celebrations, but as stated before, there is always next year. Lets take a look instead on the events that are coming up.

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The city of Hurghada was once famous for being a sleepy inactive fishing town. But things have changed over a period of a few years and now the once sleepy town has surprisingly evolved into a global tourist hotspot. Earlier, the city was wrapped under a huge influence of Egyptian and Islamic cultures alone. However, with a higher number of tourists visiting Hurghada, the city has now opened up to western influences. This is easily reflected in the Hurghada International Festival as it is the best amalgamation of the eastern and the western cultures. The essence of the Hurghada International Festival is the Triathlon. Similar to any other Triathlon, Hurghada International Festival is also a combination of three major sports which include swimming, cycling and running.

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Kos is the biggest island of the Dodecanse archipelago, located in the Aegean. It is a very small island measuring about 25 miles in length and less than 5 widths, with a permanent population of about 30,000 people. flights to kos are easy to find and can be found at a good price

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The 15th of August is a national holiday in Malta and on this day, Gozo and other villages will be bubbling with the Santa Marija festival. The majority of Maltese festivals are religiously inclined due to a strong Catholic presence in the country. But nevertheless, this festival (Santa Marija) is a remarkable attraction for tourists and a huge source of traditional pride for the people of Malta. Every year, families in Malta look forward to this ceremony as they would to Christmas or Easter because it offers that special opportunity for family bonding and that great sense of community in Malta. It works to such extent that family members who are away or abroad come home to take part in the festival.

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Today is the first day of the most electrifying dance festival of Eastern Europe: Get EXITed 2010! The festival will take place from the 1st until the 4th of July at Club Papaya - the place to be in Croatia. You can still win a pair of free tickets to this daring dance festival at whereandnow.com, so check out our last minute flights to Croatia now!

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Those who have booked flights to Hurghada have to try the local drink called karkaday, a type of chi, which is made from an infusion of hibiscus and served hot or cold. Chi is to the locals what tea is to the English. It is served in a glass and offered everywhere.

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Eastern Europe has long been shrouded in mystery, and this has only added to the magic of these often forgotten lands. If you fancy a holiday in a country that resembles a lost romantic fable, a heady mix of modern and old, book yourflights to Burgas in time for the wonderful Folklore Festival in August.

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Have you ever wondered what it might be like to be a Roman Patrician? Well, in Tunisia, over 2000 years later, you may get a small taster. In the months of July and August, the ancient city of Carthage, the birthplace of the infamous Hannibal, becomes alive with its International Festival.

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Fans of The Prodigy or The Gorillaz Sound System should book their flights to Bourgas now, because the organisation of SPIRIT in Burgas has announced that these artist will be present at the festival this year.

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The best way to discover Crete may just be on foot. The island is ideal for walks, with mountains, valleys, villages, plains and an expansive coastline to explore. Crete has over 200 gorges which are accessible by walking

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Istanbul has always been a cultural melting pot and is traditionally known as the gateway to Asia, where East meets West. Throughout June the city truly lives up to this reputation by playing host to one of the major events in the cultural calendar, the International Istanbul Music Festival. The festival is a summer extravaganza that straddles every genre from opera and ballet to classical and traditional Turkish music.

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For those travelling to the Greek island Zakynthos early in May, a visit to the village Maherado is a must. Here, the celebration of Agia Mavra takes place annually on the 3rd of May. The day traditionally begins with a religious ceremony in the church of Maherado, which is calles Agia Mavra too. After the ceremony, the feast continues with banquets and traditional dances on the village's square.

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Kites meet waves on the south eastern beaches of Fuerteventura during August when the Kitesurfing PKRA world tour comes to the island. The event last year was held between the 3rd and 7th of August, this years event dates are soon to be announced.

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Even during the days when Ayia Napa was at its peak of popularity, you could lie on beaches barely a few kilometers away and sense nothing of the party scene that was in action along the coast. The coastline east of Larnaca is one of the best in Cyprus and quiet, relaxing locations can easily be found.

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April is a month of tradition, sport and culture on the Atlantic island of Madeira.

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The usual influx of visitors to Crete over the Easter period took place as expected but there were some subtle changes to normal behaviour that has got local tourism authorities thinking hard.

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I truly feel for all those tourist who got stuck on Malta due to the ash cloud. The only consolation I can offer is that, when it comes to the weather, April is the best month of the year to be on Malta and I really hope they'll make the most of their prolonged stay.

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With flights to Luxor normally leaving the UK from three different airports, there are several options for a trip to this city in the heart of Egypt. Situated on the banks of the Nile, Luxor is famous as a base for the popular river cruises that take tourists up and down the longest river in the world. The Nile, which rises in two places in Ethiopia and East Africa before travelling over 4000 miles and emptying into the Mediterranean, is thought to have been a profound factor in the development of the ancient Egyptian civilisation. Providing not only fertile lands but also a means of transport, it also acted a barrier and defense during times of conflict. As it passes through Luxor the Nile is quite wide and slow flowing and until a bridge was built at a narrower stretch of the river south of the city, ferry boats were the only convenient way of crossing between sides.

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Fly across the Atlantic and discover the wilds of Canada.

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We've already mentioned some of the sporting events planned to take place on the Algarve during April, with a round of the World Superbike Championship being one of the most high profile. This event represents a great opportunity for British bike fans who may struggle to get tickets for the home round of this series. Book some time off work, secure some cheap flights with flythomascook.com and spend a long weekend enjoying the Portuguese round of the series in the warm sunshine of the Algarve.

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The Canary Islands are still a popular choice for Brits taking an Easter sunshine break. A relatively short flight and almost guaranteed fine weather makes Tenerife one of the safe choices.

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The capital of Mallorca has always taken pride in its ability to attract and showcase the best of art, culture and music and at any time of year there is always a great choice of concerts, performances and exhibitions to choose from.

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If you are planning to spend a holiday on the island of Menorca during April then, in addition to the wonderful beaches that are just perfect for lazy days in the sun, the island has plenty of plans for other activities and attractions that will encourage you to get out and about in the countryside and on the water.

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The celebrations of Easter, or Paska, are some of the most important of the year in Greece and for anyone on the island of Crete for a break during early April, the events will add a dash of local colour to their stay.

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Refreshing margaritas, Aztec ruins standing side-by-side with modern glass and steel constructions, a vibrant nightlife and a stark contrast between overwhelming wealth and excruciating poverty; that's what Mexico City is all about. It's also the most polluted, most dangerous city in the world, but that's part of the appeal. Because travelling through Mexico is a real adventure, a thrilling, wild and interesting road trip.

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Relatively few resorts were promoting large events during march, preferring to wait until the new holiday season really starts at Easter. In Tunisia, music festivals are relatively thin on the ground anyway, so it was unusual to find a new festival taking place during March this year.

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There are only a few days to Easter now and all over Europe villages, towns and cities will be making plans to celebrate the event in many different ways. Easter is also a time when the holiday season starts to take off and, for many, the two weeks that surround the Easter weekend are a perfect opportunity to fly off for a short family break. Places like the Canary Islands are popular as are the closer islands of Mallorca, Menorca and Corfu.

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Inspired by the Winter Olympics? If you still want to have a go at it this season, now is pretty much your last chance to book a holiday to one of the ski resorts in Europe.

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After a string of big cultural events during early January, Mallorca switched to music for the remainder of the month with a varied mix of concerts in Palma and other towns across the island.

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We've been writing about the forthcoming carnival events in our various holiday destinations for quite a while now. The celebrations in the various resorts are spread over several weeks during February and March, with the majority of the larger events being held on the weekend of 13th and 14th of February.

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On Cyprus the event calendars for the resorts of Paphos and Larnaca are never quiet for long and looking back through the end of the year to January 2010 and beyond that seems to ring true. These holiday destinations in the Eastern Mediterranean always have plenty going on in terms of music concerts, theatre performances, local traditions and sporting events.

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The Challenge, or to give it its full name the Malta International Challenge Marathon, took place again in November for the 19th time. The format of this popular running event is very different to that of your typical London or New York marathons. In this race the distance to be covered was split into three more manageable pieces and tackled over consecutive days. It gave runners more chance to see different parts of this remarkable island whilst at the same time making the challenge of running a marathon slightly more accessible.

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You may have heard of the Suwannee river in the lyrics of the song made famous by Al Jolson but did you know anything about this beautiful location in Florida?

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New plans for upgrading the airport at Chania on Crete are being made public at last. The Chania airport in western Crete is one of two operational charter flight airports at the moment. The other is at Heraklion, on the central northern coast and is the larger of the two, although there are plans to upgrade the airport at Sitia in eastern Crete to provide a third airport in the future.

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There may be a smaller selection of events taking place on the Algarve during Autumn, but there's still a choice that should satisfy anyone on holiday there during that period.

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During September the island of Fuerteventura celebrated one of its most important annual festivals.

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The beaches of Eastern Crete are often referred to as some of the more secluded on the island, but when windsurfers discover perfect conditions, things tend to get livelier.

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Corfu has many gorgeous beaches including Agios Georgios (Saint George) North on the west coast. This beach has a large sweeping sandy cove and is perfect for kids to make sandcastles and play in the tame surf. Confusingly, there is also Agios Georgious South (Saint George's Bay South ) which is also on the west coast. This more southerly beach has a long sandy dune and is located on the south west of the island, about 45 minutes from the airport. The bay is surrounded by olive groves and boasts a truly splendid sandy beach.

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Corfu has many gorgeous beaches including Agios Georgios (Saint George) North on the west coast. This beach has a large sweeping sandy cove and is perfect for kids to make sandcastles and play in the tame surf. Confusingly, there is also Agios Georgious South (Saint George's Bay South)which is also on the west coast. This more southerly beach has a long sandy dune and is located on the south west of the island, about 45 minutes from the airport. The bay is surrounded by olive groves and boasts a truly splendid sandy beach.

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Set aside your preconceptions about Rhodes and its hard partying image. Rhodes is supremely picturesque, a predominantly slow-paced sanctuary of sunshine,beaches, and ancient history with lots of natural beauty to behold. Rhodes holds a timeless appeal with visitors.

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The eastern most island of the Canaries, Lanzarote is a place of spectacular natural beauty. This unspoilt volcanic island will bowl you over with its extraordinary rock formations, mountains, seascapes and desert plains. With so much to enjoy here, Lanzarote is a superb beach break for a relaxing or active holiday.

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Picturesque coral reefs and brilliant azure waters that are ideal for windsurfing, scuba diving, and snorkeling have made the spectacular Hurghada, on Egypt's Red Sea Coast, a popular resort town. Within easy reach of the gorgeous Giftun Islands and the Eastern Arabian Desert, the captivating resort of Hurghada has experienced massive amounts of development in the past decade. The Hurghada area now runs 25 miles along the Red Sea. There is so much to enjoy in Hurghada that it is a perfect place for couples, singles, and families who want a wonderful break under the hot Egyptian sun.

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For an exciting summer getaway with a difference why not try Bourgas, Bulgaria. It has the pretty sand beaches, hot climate, and varied activities that a Summer getaway requires, all at a more affordable price than the Med. With its preserved medieval villages and monasteries, it's also a cultural mecca. No wonder that Bulgaria has been named the world's best budget destination.

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The birthplace of ancient healer Hippocrates,Kos has everything for a healthy holiday: fresh air; sunny skies; clear seawater; and great food. Additionally, the idyllic beauty of this island paradise is perfect for relaxing holidays as well as sporty and cultural getaways. You can experience so much in Kos as the island has everything one would desire for a great beach and cultural holiday all in a splendid setting.

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Visitors to the island of Lanzarote next weekend will have the opportunity to sample the Festival of Arrecife, a series of musical events taking place at different venues around the city on Friday and Saturday.

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Top tennis player Rafael Nadal may have been beaten in the French Open but he is still fully supporting the promotion of tourism for his homeland, namely the island of Mallorca. Nadal, who comes from the town of Manacor on the eastern coast of Mallorca, had to make the difficult decision to leave the island when aged 14 and move to the Spanish mainland to pursue his tennis career. It proved to be the right move as the 23 year old has been world ranked number one since August 2008, but the top player loves his homeland and still lives in the family home on the island with his grandparents, parents and uncle/coach Toni Nadal. Rafael is a regular at the local tennis club in Manacor and was there recently preparing for the French Open.

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The largest of the Greek islands is not merely a place for beach holidays. The landscape here is both varied and challenging once you move inland. Crete is also the location one of Greece's Biosphere Reserves. UNESCO's World Network of 553 Biosphere Reserves are recognised as places which innovate and demonstrate approaches to conservation and sustainable development. There are only two Biosphere Reserves in Greece, the other being Mount Olympus on the mainland and the highest mountain in Greece. Both sites became part of the scheme in 1981.

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The coastline around Bodrum has a rich history dating back many through thousands of years of rule by Persians, Ancient Greeks, Crusader Knights and the Ottoman Empire. All that has left the area scattered with enough relics and artifacts to keep today's archaeologists very happy and the museum in Bodrum is a popular attraction for them.

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Talking about the nightclubs on the island first. One of the most famous is perhaps Pacha, which is a large venue and the only club that is open all year round, with others not opening until late May. The claim of being the largest club is now owned by Privilege which has an unusual history. The club started life as a local swimming pool which became popular after a bar was added and it started playing music under the name Club Rafael. Name changes, storms, closures and new investment has brought the club to where it is today, the biggest nightclub in the world.

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Fantastic beaches are what most people expect to find when they travel to a holiday island like Rhodes and they will not be disappointed.

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