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Located on the Red Sea, the Egyptian resort of Sharm el Sheik has been developed to cater for all types of visitors. It's a very popular winter sun destination for families because its location means that the weather is still in the mid-20s at this time of year and because flights to Sharm only take five hours. If you do take the kids, you'll find there is plenty for them to do. To give you an idea, here are five of the best ideas for keeping them entertained:

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Dalaman is a perfect, family-friendly destination. Full of sandy, safe beaches, great accommodation and quality restaurants, it's the ideal location for a holiday relaxing in the sun. Flights to Dalaman from across the UK make it an easy destination to reach all year round.

Continue reading... Top 5 things to do with the kids in Dalaman

Remember last Christmas in the UK? Blizzards? Storms? Freezing temperatures? If you want to avoid that happening again this year, 'Playa' in the sun with a Christmas break in Playa De Las Americas. No, not in the US, but in gorgeous Tenerife, a destination that hardly ever sees five feet of snow and a wind chill factor of -20.

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The capital city and main port of Majorca in the Balearic Islands, Palma is a paradise for holidaymakers seeking sun, sea and sand (and possibly sangria). In the heart of the Mediterranean, the island has a climate that favours holidays at any time of the year - the temperature stays pleasantly in the high twenties during the summer and remains mild even in winter. Add to this the many great attractions to be found in the city and the surrounding area, and it's no wonder there are millions of people boarding flights to Palma each year.

Continue reading... Palma de Mallorca: a paradise for holidaymakers

Turkey has become the 'must see' destination in recent years, and its popularity as an affordable destination with a touch of the exotic East has sent travellers scurrying to explore its many delights. Dalaman, on the southwestern coast of Turkey, is one of the boom destinations, suitable for families looking for a sun-drenched beach holiday, and for more independent travellers who want to dip a toe into the mystery that is Turkey.

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Paphos is as beautiful as its legendary goddess Aphrodite. The supposed birthplace of the goddess of beauty, Paphos is a history lover's delight of ancient monuments, buildings and temples dedicated to the Maiden. Modern day Paphos is a town of two halves, with the upper section on the hill making up the commercial district, while lower Kato Paphos contains the main archaeological points of interest, as well as most hotels and tavernas.

Continue reading... Paphos: a Family Friendly Heaven for History Lovers

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.

Continue reading... Lanzarote is the place to be this summer

Magaluf is a popular resort that is located within the Balearics. This resort was originally popular with Scandinavian and British package holidays. There is a lot of tourists that make the most of the regular flights to Balearics in order to experience what this resort has on offer. This popular resort is located within Calvia municipality and the main airport is located about twenty-four kilometers from this popular resort.

Continue reading... A Guide to Magaluf in Balearics

Although called a 'minor island' compared to other parts of Spain, Menorca is certainly a magnificent place in terms of its attractions. It is still one of the most visited places because of its scenic views and magical resorts. The reported numbers of flights to Menorca as well as the top-rated reviews of its hotels show a huge development in its tourism year after year.

Continue reading... What you need to know about Menorca

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.

Continue reading... Quieter Beaches on Zakynthos

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.

Continue reading... Zante Improves Beach Safety