Top 25 Things to do in the Canaries

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1. Celebrate the Carnival. The dates vary from year to year, but it's usually in February or March. The most impressive fancy dress parades and processions of elaborately decorated floats can be found in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.

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Travel Photography Competition - Win A Canon Powershot A3300

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Share your best travel photo on your blog and embed the banner at the end of this article to submit your entry before Monday 20th of February 2012. Please leave a comment with the URL of your entry as well, so that others can see what competition they're up against!

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The unique flora of Gran Canaria

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The Canary Islands are to botany what the Galapagos islands are to zoology, because approximately 600 plant species that became extinct in the rest of the word during the ice age are still flourishing on these islands. OVer 100 species can only be found on Gran Canaria, which is why flights to Gran Canaria are very popular among biologists from all over the world. Almost half of the island's territory is under protection from the Canary Islands Network for Naturally Protected Areas (Red Canaria de Espacios Naturales Protegidos). The 33 protected sites (667 km2 in total) are divided in six categories:

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The perfect Valentine's surprise: a trip to the birthplace of love

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Cupid is getting ready for his big trip around the globe to visit lovers from all countries the 14th of February. If you want to give your loved one something very special this year, surprise him or her with a minibreak to Aphrodite's Rock (also known as Petra Tou Romiou).

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Top 3 luxury hotels in Lanzarote, Playa Blanca

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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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Gran Canaria Carnival Calendar 2012

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Comics will be the central theme of Gran Canaria's famous Carnival in 2012. If you want to see Spiderman, Cat Woman, The Joker and other superheroes in real life, hurry up and book your flights to Gran Canaria soon, as the carnival will take place from the 3rd to the 21st of February this year. In order to make the events more intense, the organisation has decided to host the festival for only 3 weeks rather than the usual 4. If you enjoy a good street party, you especially don't want to miss the Gran Cabalgata parades in Las Palmas. During the final weekend of the Carnival (18 and 19 February 2012), more than 200,000 Canarians in comic book costumes will dance to Latin music in the streets, covering a route of 7 kilometres from north to south.

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How to help your child make friends on vacation

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Is your child the social king or queen of the camping? Do you have queues of kids from all over the world waiting at your tent every morning, begging for your darling to come out and play? Or can your son or daughter be a bit shy sometimes, and does he or she find making new friends during the holidays daunting? Shy children often find going on a holiday incredibly stressful because they fear the loneliness that awaits them. Below, we have listed three things you can do to help your kids find friends on vacation, but we would love to hear your experiences and tips too!

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Lanzarote's levitating man

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When the bells in the square clock tower of Teguise's parish church toll, they attract people from all over the Lanzarote - not to pray but to visit the island's largest street market. Teguise market takes place from 9am to 2pm in the square in front of the church and through the narrow, cobbled streets in the area. Though Teguise itself only has about 3000 inhabitants, the market attracts both locals and tourists from all over Lanzarote, because the stalls are the best place to buy Canarian lace and linen, trainers, leather handbags, clay pottery, jewellery and traditional leather masks. The market is also a popular day trip because of its delish food stalls and fascinating street entertainment.

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Discover Unspoilt Lanzarote

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For the ultimate holiday escape, you don't have to travel to the other side of the world. Flights to Lanzarote can have you living the Robinson Crusoe life in only four and a half hours. Whilst Lanzarote may conjure up visions of tourists and hectic night-life - and there is plenty of that, if you want it - many people don't realise just how much of the island remains authentic. For those who like to visit places that are a little bit different and off the beaten track, Lanzarote has plenty of hidden treasures.

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Winner of the Christmas Luggage Competition!

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- A Santa hat (to wear on Christmas morning, at dinner, in bed)

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Top Canary Island Reads

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Once you've remembered to stock up on sunscreen and grabbed your toothbrush, it's time to think about which holiday read to pack. Here are a few suggestions to compliment the stunning coastlines and fascinating history of the Spanish Canary Islands.

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Gran Canaria's top 5 photogenic sites

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For all those budding photographers who want their sunshine holiday to offer more than just beautiful beaches to look at, the Spanish islands are ideal destinations. Flights to Gran Canaria take just over 4 hours and transport you to the most wonderful sights to train your camera on and indulge your passion for taking pictures.

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The Brothers Brownlee Swap Rainy Leeds For Sun Drenched Lanzarote

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World triathlon Champion Alistair Brownlee and his brother Jonny, who came second to his brother in Beijing this September, have an unsurprisingly grueling training schedule in the lead up to 2012. The British brothers, who are based at cosy student digs in Leeds, stick to a regimented 35 hours of training a week, including weekends. The pair swim, run and cycle, all before midday, and then go for long runs again in the evening. The boys claim to do 95 percent of their training together and believe their consistent top 10 positions come down to tactical co-operation and teamwork.

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Viral Videos from Spain

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Watching videos about a country are a fantastic way to get a feel for a place before you go over and spend time there. Especially those videos that the locals themselves are watching. Spain may well be a popular and well-known holiday destination but there's still nothing like viewing its sights and listening to its sounds on film. This Viva Espana video starts with a fabulous fanfare and a flash of the Spanish flag before giving you wonderful overview of Spain. It's a lovely introduction to the country.

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New Year in Style on Tenerife

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As the largest and most populous Canary Island, Tenerife is, as you might expect, not short of bars, restaurants and nightlife. The Island's notorious Playa De Las Americas is a neon buzz of night-time entertainment; karaoke bars, lap dancing joints and mega clubs litter the strip. But there are alternative options for visitors looking to ring in 2012 on Tenerife, in style.

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Festive Fun in Lanzarote - Christmas 2011

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This year the Islanders of Lanzarote are attempting to take their Christmas celebrations to record breaking lengths. The annual Father Christmas Parade, held on the 23rd of December, in Puerto Del Carmen is a tradition long observed and enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. The main attraction, Santa himself, is led down the promenade aboard his magically decorated, horse drawn sleigh, from 18.00-20.00, and throws gifts and sweets to all the children that come to join the parade. But children are not the only ones expected join in: this year, everyone has is asked to don a Santa suit and aid the Islanders in their attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the most Father Christmas' holding hands. Shops all along the waterfront are set to sell costumes for reduced rates, so there is no excuse not to join in.

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Las Palmas de Gran Canaria - Nightlife

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The sophisticated, cosmopolitan bar and club scene of Gran Canaria's principal city defies, and exceeds, most holiday makers expectations. It is easy to avoid sticky floored mega-clubs, lad filled boozers and extortionate, poolside cocktail bars in Las Palmas. As in Madrid, the urbane islanders of Las Palmas like to start their evening with a laid-back supper, grazing and socializing until midnight, in relaxed bar come restaurants such as the family-run Samoa bar (Valencia 46 E - 35006, Tel. 928241471), before moving on to livelier venues open till the early hours.

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Procession of the Three Kings

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If Christmas has come and gone in a blur of wrapping paper, cold turkey sandwiches and bad Christmas jumpers, revive yourself and your family with a New Year trip to Tenerife and rediscover the magic of the season. On this beautiful island, not only can you find sun-kissed beaches, family resorts and a host of activities, but on 5th January they celebrate one of the most important festivals in Spain - the Procession of the Three Kings.

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Glamour on Lanzarote

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Do you think that Lanzarote is all about cheap package holidays, sun, sea and sangria? Think again. This island paradise is quickly becoming a Mecca for Hollywood A-listers, bored with the usual glamour of Monte Carlo and the south of France. So what is it that's making this beautiful island so popular with the celebs as well as us 'ordinary people'?

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Day of the Immaculate Conception in Spain

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While in the UK we may occasionally hang out a St George flag on April 23rd, that's about as far as our Saint celebrations go in this country. However, in Spain the Saints' days are a chance for Spanish people, Catholic and non-Catholic alike, to celebrate in style with a fiesta, festival or street party. The 8th December is one of the most important of these feast days - the Day of the Immaculate Conception. Jet off for a winter break with flights to Gran Canaria around this time of year and you can become part of one of Spain's most important festivals.

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Fiesta in Tao, Lanzarote

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Instead of spending another raining weekend talking about how depressingly-soon Christmas is, why not transport yourself to some sun, beach and a fantastic little Spanish festival. On Sunday 13th November, the picturesque little village of Tao, in the centre of Lanzarote, hosts its annual fiesta. And flights to Lanzarote will have you enjoying its mid-20s weather in only four hours.

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Spain's 'Dia de Constitution'

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The Spanish, as a nation, enjoy a pretty sizable amount of time off with 14 national public holidays, on top of other regional feast days, and an average of 4 weeks paid leave a year. One of the most significant national, secular holidays, 'Dia de Constitution', celebrates Spain's transition into democracy after the death of the oppressive dictator General Francisco Franco. On the 6th of December 1978, in a landslide referendum, the Spanish people voted to establish an advanced democratic society in which welfare, cooperation and liberty where enshrined and promoted.

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The Controversial Sacha Baron Cohen Saddles up in Spain

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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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Clubbing and Cocktails in Corralejo

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If you want to set your inner party animal free in Fuerteventura, go to Corralejo, one of the busiest resorts of the island. Corralejo is situated in the north and, like many other resorts, it originally was a small, tranquil fishing village with views from the small harbour across the sea to Lanzarote, the neighbouring island to the north. Having been hurled into the 21st century, it has become a bustling town engulfed by tourism but the main part of the town still has its original houses and winding alleyways.

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Palma de Mallorca - The Balearic Food Capital

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The historic city of Palma within its winding lanes, baroque mansions and traditional shop fronts conceals a hoard of great restaurants, old and new, to suit any budget. So, avoid the brightly lit, tourist filled tapas bars and gloomy, overpriced taverns and seek out Palma's culinary jewels.

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Locals about Spain: Eat, drink and be merry, for tomorrow the world will end

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We interviewed sixteen Spanish people who live in Spain to get an insight in the true culture of this popular holiday destination. To start with, we asked them to translate their favourite Spanish saying for us. Their responses included a couple of familiar ones, such as "You can't make an omelette without breaking eggs", "there is always something good after something bad" and "the past is past". A typically Spanish proverb they mentioned was "when the toreador is bad, he complains about the bull". The one thing all proverbs had in common was that they encourage a positive attitude, even while acknowledging that life isn't always easy. A young man in his twenties summarized them all with "A beber y a tragar, que el mundo se va a acabar" - eat, drink and be merry, for tomorrow the world will end."

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Locals about Portugal: He who warns you is a friend

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After the great success of Locals about Greece, the Flythomascook team decided to gather a panel of seven Portuguese men and three Portuguese women and ask them the same questions about their country, culture and cuisine.

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The Top Five Hen Party Destinations

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If you've got a hen party to organise, then you'll probably be trying to create an event that's unique, memorable, affordable and has something for everyone. You also need to be sure that where you're going is going to offer sunny beaches where you can get to grips with the morning after the night before.

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5 activities that will help you relax and forget about stress during your holiday

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If you spend your lunch-break googling last-minute flights to Lanzarote and day-dreaming about that depressingly distant summer break, then it's time for you to think about getting a little winter sun this year. It's often more affordable to travel during the winter months, you see a different side of your favourite summer spots, and you'll even avoid the perennial airport queues. So if you're looking for the perfect way to relax on holiday, read on for a five step stress-busting guide to Lanzarote.

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Top Five Fish houses in Fuerteventura

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Corralejo is the largest holiday resort on Fuerteventura. Because it is still a traditional fishing village at heart, most restaurants along the waterfront have fresh seafood on their menu. If you've been on your feet all day, you might prefer to sit down and enjoy your meal rather than opt for takeaway fish and chips. In that case, it's recommended to book a table in advance at one of the following fish houses. It might even be an idea to give one of the following restaurants a call as soon as you've booked your flights to Fuerteventura.

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Palma de Mallorca: a paradise for holidaymakers

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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.

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Lanzarote, a unique destination

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Lanzarote is quite unlike anywhere else in the Canary Islands and a unique destination for the discerning visitor. Just 80 miles off the coast of Africa, many parts of the Spanish island are like some kind of alien landscape, thanks to its creation by ancient volcanic eruptions. Of course, there are still plenty of beaches, bars and all-inclusive resorts here, but Lanzarote retains a look and feel that is unmatched elsewhere.

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Nadal: his heart lies in Mallorca

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One of the greatest tennis players of all time, Rafael Nadal, has a soft spot for the Balearic Islands. Although he lost the World No. 1 title during Wimbledon this year (he is now ranked No. 2 by the Association of Tennis Professionals), he was photographed radiating happiness on the beaches of Mallorca last month. The Spanish tennis player went to Mallorca to visit his beautiful girlfriend, Maria Francisca Perello (Xisca).

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Tenerife a must-see in Spain

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Ask most people where they've been to in the Canary Islands and the chances are they'll say Tenerife. The largest of the Islands, Tenerife is a perennial favourite with UK travellers, offering a tantalising mix of quality beach resorts, a lush interior full of unique flora and fauna, deserts, volcanoes and sleepy villages. Tenerife manages to package everything into one island, and with flights to Tenerife plentiful from most UK destinations, it's easy to get to as well.

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The place to head for in Portugal: Faro

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Faro's club scene is the stuff of legends, with a reputation for being the place to head for in Portugal if you want to party long and hard into the night. But travellers who use Faro as a base to explore the more remote areas of the Algarve in the off-season will experience much more of the real Portugal - a relaxed, easy going way of life that in the villages and towns further down the coast hasn't changed for centuries.

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Lanzarote is the place to be this summer

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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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Why you should spend a few days in Palma de Mallorca

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A city of spectacular spires, beautiful architecture and a real cosmopolitan feel, Palma de Mallorca still manages to maintain that unique 'island' identity. Despite being the only true city on the island, Palma is a thriving juxtaposition between the best that city life has to offer and a fabulous mix of Spanish and Moorish influenced buildings that give it a truly 'old world' feel.

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Extra Holiday Fun for Kids

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To make sure even the youngest holidaymakers enjoy their trips to the full, flythomascook has launched the new Kids' Club on their website with loads of great games, facts, stories and travel advice for the little ones. The Kids' Club has four sections: Before we go, At the airport, On the plane and At the beach.

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Day of the Cross

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There are a lot of different festivals and events that are held within Arrecife and this allows the area to have an impressive calendar of events. There are a lot of notable festivals that are held within this area and one of the liveliest is held during February. A lot of people from all across the world come to this area in order to join in with the various festivities and they use the flights to Arrecife.

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Fiesta of Corpus Christi

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There are a lot of festivals and events that are held within Lanzarote. The town of Arrecife is the capital of Lanzarote. A lot of the festivals and events within this area attract a number of people from all across the world and the flights to Arrecife make this easy to do. There are a lot of tourists that plan their holiday around an event that they would like to enjoy.

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Fiesta of San Juan

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The town of Arrecife is home to a wide range of different fiestas and events. A lot of these fiestas and events are popular with people from all across the world and they tend to make use of the flights to Arrecife. One of the biggest events that are held in Arrecife is the fiesta of San Juan.

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BCM Planet Dance in Mallorca

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There are a lot of events and festivals that are held within Mallorca and these are popular with tourists as well as with the locals. There are a lot of things for people to see and do when on holiday in this area and it is easy to get flights to Mallorca, therefore this has helped it to become a very popular destination.

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Spring Artists Market and Festival in Ibiza

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There are a large number of different festivals that make up the calendar within Ibiza. There are an increasing number of people that use the flights to Ibiza in order to take part in some of the festivities. These festivities are a great way for people to enjoy the real culture of the island of Ibiza.

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Palmas De Mallorca International Boat Show

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There are a lot of festivals that are held within Mallorca and most of these are held on an annual basis. The International boat show that is known as Palmas de Mallorca is held within the popular resort of Mallorca. The locals refer to this boat show as Salo Nautic and this show focuses on people that enjoy sailing as a recreational sport. This boat show can be classed as a floating exhibition and it normally involves three hundred different boats. A lot of people use the flights to Mallorca in order to experience the international boat show.

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Mallorca Rocks

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One of the biggest events that take place within Mallorca is known as Mallorca Rocks and people from all around the world can join in with the festivities thanks to the flights to Mallorca. There are a lot of artists that come from all around the world to entertain the masses of people that want to enjoy this festival. There is a lot of work that goes into making this festival better every year. It is true to say that the line up for 2011 is one that simply cannot be missed. The festival in 2011 will run for seventeen weeks and during these weeks there will be a vast array of live gigs that people can enjoy.

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Nit de Foc in Mallorca

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There is a vast array of different festivals that are held within Mallorca. The festival that is known locally as Nit de Foc however it is also commonly known as the Night of Fire. This festival is one of the most popular events within Mallorca. A lot of people use the flights to Mallorca in order to enjoy the festivities. This festival involves a number of big bonfires and these include displays of fireworks. The festival is held every year and this is held within the resort that is known as Parc de la Mer. This festival marks the start of the summer within Mallorca and this is the start of the summer festivals within this area.

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Sa Mostra International Folklore Festival

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The international folklore music that is known as Sa Mostra is an annual event that is held within the town that is known as Soller. This festival is a week long event that includes a range of lively music and dancing shows. This festival is popular with people from all over the world and they use the flights to Mallorca in order to join in the festivities. The performers that play as part of this festival come from all over the world and this helps to create a good selection of international culture. This festival sees a range of colorful dancers that entertain people at this event and the town of Soller is located within the north western part of Mallorca and the town has some breathtaking scenery.

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Jazz Festival in Ibiza

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There are a number of different festivals, which take place in Ibiza, and these attract a wide range of people. The wide range of festivals on this island means that there is something for everyone. The Jazz Festival is just one of the popular events within this area. The flights to Ibiza mean that these festivals are popular with tourists as well as with the locals that live on the island.

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Fiesta in Honor of Our Lady of The Immaculate Conception

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There are a lot of fiestas and other events that take place within Fuerteventura and these are popular with a wide range of people. The Fiesta in Honor of our lady of the Immaculate Conception takes place during April and it is an annual event. There is people from all over the world that enjoy taking part in this fiesta and the range of other events that take place in this area and this is why flights to Fuerteventura are so popular. There are a lot of people that enjoy taking part in this fiesta and celebrating the lady of Immaculate Conception. There is something to suit all ages within this fiesta.

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Fiesta de San Jose

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The fiesta de San Jose that is celebrated within Fuerteventura is a popular event and it encourages people from all over the world. This fiesta is held during March and it dates back to the Middle Ages, however it is not until modern day times that this fiesta has really developed some degree of character. Nowadays this fiesta includes a range of different events, which includes a parade at night and also a procession that goes through the old towns that are known as Valencia. A lot of the people that enjoy taking part in this fiesta tend to make use of the flights to Fuerteventura. There is a fairly comprehensive calendar of events that take place within the island of Fuerteventura. The fiesta de San Jose normally takes place during March and it is a fairly popular event with a wide range of people.

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Fuerteventura Carnival

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Fuerteventura hosts a large number of festivals and these are popular with a wide variety of people. There are a lot of people that use the flights to Fuerteventura as they can join in with the festivities. This carnival allows people to experience the party atmosphere of Fuerteventura. There are carnivals hosted within most of the cities, towns and villages throughout Fuerteventura that host their own carnivals and these take place between January and April. These carnivals all feature a range of musical, sporting and cultural events. Another event that forms part of all of these carnivals is a procession of floats that involves a wide range of wheeled vehicles, which are all colorful and most of them also play some type of music.

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Medieval Festival in Ibiza

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There is a wide range of different festivals that take place within the resort of Ibiza. All tastes and ages will be able to find something to do and see on the island. One of the most popular festivals within this resort is the Medieval Festival. This festival is a favorite with both tourists and locals. A lot of the tourists that enjoy this festival also enjoy making use of the regular flights to Ibiza. The medieval festival of Ibiza has been devised to celebrate the time that Dalt Vila was named a world site for heritage. This festival normally takes place during the second weekend of May.

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Las Palmas International Film Festival in Gran Canaria

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There are a lot of different festivals that take place on the island of Gran Canaria. These festivals take place at various times throughout the year and they all have their own trademark. These festivals are all designed to cater for a wide range of ages therefore there is something for everyone. These festivals allow the local people on the island of Gran Canaria to show their friendliness and hospitality. The regular flights to Gran Canaria enables tourists to take part in the various different festivals as they make the island easy to get to, from all across the world.

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Fiesta of the Virgin of Carmen in Lanzarote

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During July the island of Lanzarote holds the festival that is known as Fiesta of the Virgin of Carmen. This festival is celebrated on an annual event and it usually takes part on the sixteenth of July. This festival is very popular with both locals and tourists alike and a lot of the tourists that take part in this event tend to make use of the regular flights to Lanzarote. This is a catholic festival that takes place in order to celebrate this patron saint and she was also the protector for sailors and fishermen. This is one of the largest festivals that have been set up to commemorate a patron saint. This festival takes place in the northern part of Tenerife in the resort that is known as Puerto de la Cruz. Every year there is thousands of people that gather on the sea front in order to celebrate this festival.

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Our Lady of Sorrows Festival in Lanzarote

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Our Lady of Sorrows Festival is a very popular event on the island of Lanzarote and this is annual event. This festival takes place during September and this event mainly focuses on the resort of Mancha Blanca however there are a lot of things that happen all across Lanzarote. This festival has been designed to play homage to the patron for the resort of Mancha Blanca. The patron was known as Virgin de los Dolores and this translates as the Lady of Sorrows, hence the name of the festival. This festival is a religious festival and it includes a church mass, massive craft fair, folkloric festivities and also a religious procession. A lot of the tourists that enjoy taking part in this festival tend to use the cheap flights to Lanzarote.

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Ironman Festival in Lanzarote

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The ironman festival that takes place within Lanzarote is a very popular event and this attracts both locals and tourists. A lot of the tourists that travel to this area both to take part and also to enjoy the festival tend to make use of the regular cheap flights to Lanzarote. This festival takes place on an annual basis and it see hundreds of athletes who compete against each other within the resort of Puerto del Carmen. The festival is a one-day event, which includes cycling over one hundred and eighty kilometers, running about forty-two kilometers and swimming just under four kilometers. The main event of this festival sees athletes competing hard against each other in order to win the event. There is a range of parties, fun runs and award ceremonies that are included as part of this festival and there is something to suit all ages, therefore it is a real family event.

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Teguise Carnival in Lanzarote

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There is a vast amount of different festivals and events that take place within Lanzarote. One of the popular events within this area is Teguise Carnival and this event is popular with both locals and tourists alike. A lot of the tourists that enjoy taking part in this carnival use the regular flights to Lanzarote. This carnival normally takes place during February. This carnival usually starts with birth of the sardine and it finishes with either the burial or burning of the sardine. This carnival is actually very similar to the harvest festival. On the evening prior to the carnival parade there tends to be a band that are based on the back of an open lorry and they play to the crowds that gather to celebrate the start of the festivities. The start of these festivities is also marked by a torch light procession and this is normally held by German people although a wide range of people tend to take part in it.

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Mugam Festival in Ibiza

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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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International Film Festival in Ibiza

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There are a lot of different festivals and events that take place within Ibiza and one of the biggest events is the international film festival. This festival is an independent cinema festival and it takes place as an annual event. This festival normally takes place during June. This international festival attracts people from all around the world and it is also popular with locals. There are a lot of people that make use of the regular flights to Ibiza. The first international film festival took place during 2007 and it is still a very popular event even nowadays. The slogan of the festival is the independent spirit.

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Golf in Fuerteventura

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Golf is a popular sport all across Fuerteventura and the first golf course on this island was located in that area that is known as Caleta de Fuste, which is also known as Costa Caleta. This course is one of the most exciting courses on the island and Juan Catarineu designed it. This golf course hosted the Spanish Open, which took place during 2004 and this was quite an achievement for the course as it only opened during spring of 2002. There are a lot of tourists that make the most of the regular flights to Fuerteventura in order to enjoy the fantastic golf that is on offer on this island.

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Carthusian Monastery in Mallorca

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There are a lot of tourists that enjoy the regular flights to Mallorca and they enjoy the vast array of attractions that are on offer within this area. The Carthusian Monastery reached its peak level of fame during the winter of 1838 when it welcomed two controversial guests and this was Frederic Chopin who is a Polish composer and pianist and the other person was a female romantic novelist from France. The area where the two guests stayed is still laid out in the same manner and tourists can view this.

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Water Sports in Ibiza

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The island of Ibiza is a perfect location for water sports as the water temperatures between May and August tends to be between eighteen and twenty six degrees so grab your goggles and flights to ibiza. This island is perfect for a wide range of different water sports that includes jet skiing, water skiing, sailing, parasailing, relaxing pedalo and also banana boats to name some of the many water sports that are on offer within this area.

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Puerto del Carmen Carnival in Lanzarote

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The Puerto del Carmen Carnival is a time of revelry and riotous fun and this creates the perfect reason to escape the routine, which is normally followed on a daily basis. This is also a good time to get rid of the daily attire and enjoy some fun. There is a lot of tourists that make the most of the cheap flights to Lanzarote in order to take part in this carnival. This carnival normally starts on Shrove Tuesday. The things that happen as part of this festival varies depending on the individual municipalities, as the activities will vary based on their culture and heritage.

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Nightlife in Ibiza

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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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Lanzarote Wine Trial

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Between 1730 and 1736 there was volcanic eruptions that took place and these covered about one third of the island of Lanzarote. These eruptions added a lot of lava to the surrounding area and this ruined the agricultural land. The wine growers in this area have utilized this land. The black sand and also the half circle that is produced from volcanic stones preserve the humidity of the earth and this helps to protect the vines from the wind and the sun. There are a lot of people that use the regular flights to Lanzarote in order to enjoy things such as the wineries.

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Sant Jordi Festival

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Sant Jordi Festival is referred to locally as the Festa Sant Jordi and this festival takes place around the twenty third of April. This festival is to celebrate the feast day of the patron saints from various towns across the island therefore there is a lot of different areas that celebrate at the same time despite being slightly different. This event is popular with both locals and tourists alike. A lot of the tourists that enjoy this event also enjoy the frequent flights to Mallorca.

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Lagomar House Museum in Lanzarote

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The Lagomar House Museum is located within the holiday residence that was owned by Omar Sharif who is a Hollywood actor. This house museum is open to the public and it has a fascinating amount of history that people can discover. Over the years the history of this museum has become mythologized across Lanzarote. This museum is open seven days a week from ten in the morning until six in the evening. There are guided tours that start every thirty minutes within this area. This museum is very popular with tourists and a lot of these tourists also make the most of the regular flights to Lanzarote.

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Semana Santa

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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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Sant Francesc Festival

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The Sant Francesc festival is referred to locally a Festa Sant Francesc and this is an annual event, which takes place at the start of April. This festival is to celebrate the feast of St Francis and it is celebrated all across the island. This festival is popular with both locals and tourists. A lot of the tourists that enjoy this festival also enjoy making the most of the cheap flights to Menorca.

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Aqua City in Mallorca

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There is a large number of different water parks that are located across Mallorca and this area is home to some of the best water parks anywhere in the world. These water parks are very popular with both locals and tourists alike. A lot of the tourists that enjoy spending time at these water parks also enjoy the frequent flights to Mallorca. There is a lot of things for people to do within this area however this water park will be able to fill at least one full day.

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Auto Safari in Mallorca

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There are a lot of tourist attractions within Mallorca and one of the most popular is the Auto Safari. The auto safari gives people the option to drive their own vehicles or they can take the safari train. There are monkeys that roam loose around the park therefore it is a good idea to take the train as the monkeys can be quite destructive. This attraction is popular with both locals and tourists alike. A lot of the tourists that enjoy spending time at this attraction also enjoy the frequent flights to Mallorca.

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Beaches in Fuerteventura

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The island of Fuerteventura is home to about one hundred and twenty miles of luxurious natural beaches. There is some beaches on this island that are nudist beaches as this is acceptable within Fuerteventura, however this tends to be on the more rural beaches therefore away from the main tourist areas. Both tourists and locals alike enjoy these beaches. There are a lot of tourists that make use of the cheap flights to Fuerteventura in order to enjoy the luxurious beaches and the sun.

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Snorkelling in Fuerteventura

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Fuerteventura is one of the Canary Islands and it is located about sixty miles off the African coast and this island is just over seven hundred and eighty square miles. This island can be classed as a small paradise. A lot of the tourists that come to this area make the most of the regular flights to Fuerteventura. It is true to say that Fuerteventura is a paradise for people that enjoy water sports. The water temperatures on this island range from eighteen degrees to twenty-three degrees centigrade.

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Porto Cristo in Mallorca

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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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Walking Trails in Fuerteventura

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On the island of Fuerteventura there is an increasing trend for people to enjoy walking and there is number of paths that have been specially developed. There is other plans being considered to add more walking trails and these will make it possible for people to walk from one side of the island to the other. These walking trails would be about one hundred miles therefore enough walking for about a week. There are a lot of tourists that make the most of the frequent flights to Fuerteventura in order to make the most of the walking trails that are available.

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Mallorca International Classic Car Rally

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Mallorca international classic car rally is a very popular attraction with both locals and tourists alike. A lot of tourists make the most of the regular flights to Mallorca in order to enjoy this international event. This international car rally attracts a vast amount of car enthusiasts and these people come from all around Europe.

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Western Water Park in Mallorca

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The Western Water Park is located within Mallorca and it is a very popular attraction for both locals and tourists alike. This attraction is a great place for thrill seekers and it has a vast array of different rides, which are perfect for people of all ages. One of the most popular attractions within the park is the slide that is known as the Kamikaze and this slide has a drop of thirty meters therefore it is perfect for people that enjoy thrilling rides. This water park is very popular with tourists that come from all across the world and make use of the cheap regular flights to Mallorca.

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Angel Sunday in 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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Diving in Ibiza

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There are a vast number of tourists that come to Ibiza in order to enjoy the excellent diving that is on offer within this area. A lot of these tourists make the most of the frequent flights to Ibiza. There is a group of islands that are located just west of the island of Ibiza. This group of islands consists of fifteen islands and they all make up the marine nature reserve that is known as Cala d'Hort. These islands are home to some of the best diving that can be found anywhere in the Mediterranean. There is suitable enjoyable diving for all levels within this area. This area is also home to a rich diverse range of marine life, which is easy to see within the crystal clear waters. A lot of the marine life can be viewed at between twenty-five meters and thirty meters.

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A Guide to Magaluf in Balearics

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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.

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Beaches in Ibiza

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One of the biggest benefits of Ibiza is that it is home to more than eighty beaches and this is one of the reasons why this area is so popular with tourists. Due to the vast array of beaches it is possible to choose a different beach for each day that you are in Ibiza. Some of these beaches offer people a tranquil area to relax and unwind whilst other beaches are more suited to thrill seekers. Regardless of where you are staying on the island you will never be very far from the beach, which is one reason why so many people make the most of the regular flights to Ibiza.

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Femes in Lanzarote

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Femes is a small village that is located within Lanzarote and this village is home to Balcon de Femes. The name of this village has been derived from the panoramic views that go down towards the southern part of Lanzarote. This village is part of the resort that is known as Playa Blanca. There is a lot of tourists that make the most of the regular flights to Lanzarote in order to experience what this resort has on offer.

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San Fernando in Balearics

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The area of San Fernando is a town, which is located within the province of Cadiz, which is part of Spain. This town is home to more than ninety seven thousand five hundred inhabitants and this increases a lot over the summer months as a vast number of tourists make the most of the cheap flights to Balearics in order to enjoy everything that this town has on offer.

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Nightlife in Spain

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Spain is the perfect place for people that are light hearted and energetic. Spain is a very popular place for tourists and a lot of them make the most of the regular flights to Spain. It is true to say that Spain has a unique concept when it comes to nightlife. The nightlife in Spain is a fantastic combination of drinking, eating, talking, walking, laughing and dancing and the nightlife does not slow down until the sun starts coming up in the morning.

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Gothic Cathedral in Mallorca

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There is a vast array of churches and cathedrals that are located within Mallorca and these tend to be very popular with tourists. One of the biggest cathedrals within Mallorca is the Gothic Cathedral and this cathedral is located within the region of Palma. This cathedral is popular with a large range of tourists and a lot of these make the most of the cheap flights to Mallorca.

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Dining Out in Mallorca

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There is a vast array of places to visit when dining out in Mallorca and this ranges from tapas bars to cafes. There is some Michelin starred restaurants within this area. Most establishments within this area are open for lunch between one in the afternoon and half past three in the afternoon. A lot of the establishments within this area offer good value for money and this is especially the case in restaurants that offer set menus. These establishments are popular with tourists and locals alike. A lot of the tourists that enjoy using these dining establishments also enjoy using the regular flights to Mallorca.

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Palma de Mallorca International Boat Show

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The Palma de Mallorca International boat show is an annual event, which is held in Mallorca. This boat show is known locally as Salo Nautic and it focuses on sailing as a recreation. This international boat show is an annual event, which can be classed as a floating exhibition featuring more than three hundred boats. There are a lot of people that make the most of the cheap flights to Mallorca in order to enjoy this boating festival.

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Baku Waterpark in Fuerteventura

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Baku waterpark is a true paradise for people that enjoy having fun in water. This park is located within one of the most popular tourist areas within Fuerteventura and a lot of the tourists that choose this area make the most of the regular flights to Fuerteventura.

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Biosphere Market in Fuerteventura

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The Biosphere Market is a monthly market, which is held within Fuerteventura. This market is very popular with a vast array of people who come to the area in order to enjoy all that the island has to offer. A lot of the people that come to this area enjoy the frequent cheap flights to Fuerteventura.

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Eating Out in Fuerteventura

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Cooking within the Canaries is a very simple and straightforward process and this is certainly the case for Fuerteventura. Before this area became popular with tourists it was actually just a hide away, which had a small population. This cuisine within this area is based mainly around vegetables, fresh meat and fish. All of these foods are cooked in a no nonsense way which is practical. There are a lot of tourists that enjoy using the cheap flights to Fuerteventura in order to enjoy the weather and also the local cuisine.

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Poblado de Balafia in Ibiza

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The village of Poblado de Balafia is classed as one of the most important places for cultural interest by a number of local institutions. There is a group of five privately owned houses within the village, which are a good example of traditional architecture within Ibiza. These five famous houses within this village can be reached using public bus and they are highly regarded all across the island. It is very easy to get to this village and the houses are actually only a couple of meters down this road. Two of these houses have defense tower, which adjoin the main house. The other house has a tower, which is separate from the main building. As all three of these houses are privately owned they can actually only be viewed from the outside. This village is very popular with tourists who make the most of the regular flights to Ibiza.

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International Classic Car Rally in Menorca

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The international classic car rally is held within Menorca and it takes place during March. This event lasts for about two days and it is an annual event. This classic car rally attracts a vast number of rally teams and enthusiasts. Tourists and interested parties come from all across Europe in order to enjoy this event and they make the most of the cheap regular flights to Menorca.

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Trotting Races in Menorca

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The trotting races in Menorca are a very popular sport and it is more than two hundred years old. The trotting races are held every weekend in both Ciutadella and Mahon. This sport is very popular with tourists and every year a lot of the tourists that make the most of the regular flights to Menorca enjoy this sport. This sport takes place on the back of a horse and the jockey has to stop the animal from braking into a gallop, hence the name trotting. This a very exciting sport to watch however it is even more exciting if you place a bid on the correct horse to win.

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Goat Island in the Balearics

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The island that is known as Goat Island is located in the Balearics and this island is also known as Gabrera. Despite the name of this island it is not actually home to any goats. There is a vast amount of untouched nature on this island. Due to this island being so beautiful it is a very popular with tourists from all across the world who make use of the regular flights to Balearics. Although this island is popular with tourists it is not as popular as the other islands within the Balearics.

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Mirador del Rio in Arrecife

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The Mirador del Rio in Lanzarote is a very popular attraction with tourists. From this attraction it is possible to get spectacular views of a number of places within the area. The earliest habitats of this island used this as a look out point when Lanzarote was under attack from pirates. During 1898 the Bateria del Rio was erected and used as a base for artillery and was used as a resting place for the canons. They once resided at Castillo de San Gabriel. This attraction is very popular attraction with tourists from all across the world and they make the most of the regular flights to Arrecife.

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Timanfaya National Park in Arrecife

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This popular attraction that is known as Timanfaya National Park has been created through a series of volcanic lava fields. This location was declared as a World Biosphere Reserve site during 1993 and UNESCO declared this. The landscape within this national park is brownish yellow in color. This landscape was once very fertile and used as agricultural land however the land was devastated when the volcano erupted between 1730 and 1824. The Timanfaya National Park is a very popular attraction with people that come from all around the world and they make the most if the frequent flights to Arrecife.

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Guinate Tropical Park in Lanzarote

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The Guinate Tropical Park in Lanzarote is a great day out for all the family, for both the young and older generations of the family. The park is located within forty-five square meters of gardens, lakes and waterfalls. This park is home to one thousand three hundred exotic birds and animals. This bird enclosure covers an area of twenty five thousand meter squared of walk through aviaries. This bird enclosure is the biggest in Europe. This spectacular arena is filled with a stunning range of exotic birds, waterfalls, fish and streams. This area is certainly an attractive place for people that enjoy nature and want to explore the wonderful habitats, which are home to a hundred different species. This park is very popular with tourists from all across the world and they make use of the regular flights to Lanzarote.

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Gorge of Hell in Tenerife

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Barranco del Infierno is another name that is given to Gorge of Hell. This is a very popular tourist attraction that is only a short drive from the busy resorts that are known as Las Americas and Los Cristianos. This gorge is located high up above the area that is known as Adeje. It is true to say that this gorge is a paradise of natural beauty and it is enjoyed by a vast array of people who enjoy the spectacular beauty of the flora and fauna within Tenerife. A lot of the people that enjoy this spectacular scenery make the most of the cheap flights to Tenerife.

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Naveta des Tudons in Menorca

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The Naveta des Tudons is a very popular attraction within Menorca. This attraction is a very famous chamber tomb that dates back to megalithic times. This is a collective tomb that is contained and it was discovered during 1975. This tomb has been restored and open to tourists. This attraction is one of the main attractions within Menorca and it is located between Ferreries and Ciutadella de Menorca. There are a lot of tourists that visit this attraction every year and they make use of the cheap flights to Menorca.

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International Contemporary Art Museum in Arrecife

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Arrecife is a very modern and metropolitan within Lanzarote and it is one place that is certainly worth visiting. Arrecife is home to a very lively port, which has a rich seafaring history and it is rapidly being regenerated. The area of Arrecife is home to about half of the people that live on the island. This areas has a vast amount of shopping, beaches and things to see and do, therefore it is popular with people that make the most of the cheap flights to Arrecife.

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Port De Mao in Menorca

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Port de Mao is the capital of Menorca and it is a lovely historical port town, which is crammed with fascinating architecture. This town has a lot of charm about it and it is a very welcoming place. There are a lot of people that enjoy cheap regular flights to Menorca. This town of Port de Mao is commonly referred to nowadays as Mahon or Mao. The port has been a strategic place for a number of centuries therefore there is a vast amount of history that is connected to the town.

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Shopping in Mallorca

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The Balearic Islands are typical of Spain as they offer excellent shopping facilities. The island of Mallorca is really no different as there is a vast amount of shopping to choose from and this includes markets, which sell a vast array of things. There are a lot of tourists who enjoy the cheap regular flights to Mallorca in order to make the most of the shopping facilities that are on offer. The larger shops within Mallorca tend to be open from nine in the morning until nine at night and this is especially the case within the main tourist resorts.

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Shopping In Fuerteventura

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The popular resort of Fuerteventura is popular with people from all around the world who want to make the most of the cheap regular flights to Fuerteventura and enjoy doing some shopping in the sun. This popular resort is home to a vast array of shops and these all cater for the needs of the people that live in this area and they also cater for people that are visiting.

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Beaches in Lanzarote

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The island of Lanzarote is home to a number of beaches that can truly be classed as un-spoilt and beautiful. The island of Lanzarote is home to about one hundred and fifty five miles of coastline and nineteen miles of this are man made beaches. A lot of the coastline of Lanzarote is home to cliffs that are spectacular and some of these are six hundred meters in height. There are also a lot of headlands that can be classed as impressive and this is formed by lava that flows down into the sea. These beaches and scenery are all very popular with tourists and these people enjoy the cheap regular flights to Lanzarote.

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Whale and Dolphin Museum in Lanzarote

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The Whale and Dolphin Museum is located within the Puerto Calero part of Lanzarote. This is a very popular attraction and one that you should really not miss when on holiday within this area. When you first enter the resort of Puerto Calero you will notice a massive statue that is made from whalebones. This museum is a very popular attraction with people that make the most of the cheap flights to Lanzarote.

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Jumaica Tropical Park in Mallorca

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The Jumaica Tropical Park is very popular with tourists and it is located between the areas of Porto Cristo and Porto Colom. This park covers about twenty five thousand square meters and it incorporates some very stunning gardens, which feature exotic plants. This park offers you the opportunity to eat bananas straight from the trees. This park is also home to an excellent restaurant. This park is very popular with tourists from all across the world who make use of the regular flights to Mallorca. Mallorca is one of the most beautiful islands in Spain and it has a party atmosphere. This island allows people to get away from everyday stress and enjoy a Mediterranean paradise.

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Famara Beach in Arrecife

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Famara Beach is located within Arrecife this is a luxurious eight kilometer long beach that is shaped like a horseshoe. This beach is popular with tourists that come to this area from all around the world using the regular flights to Arrecife. This beach is bordered by a mountain range that is six hundred meters in height and this mountain range is known as Risco de Famara. These mountains provide a spectacular backdrop for the beach. The scenery of this beach is spectacular and involves islets that are located just off the coast.

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Beaches in the Balearics

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The Balearics are made up of four different islands, which are Formentra, Ibiza, Majorca and also Menorca. Each of these islands offers an atmosphere that is unique and they each have their own little micro culture. It is true to say that the Balearics is one of the most visited places by tourists within the Mediterranean and a lot of these tourists enjoy the regular flights to Balearics.

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LagOmar in Lanzarote

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The popular attraction that is known as LagOmar was built on behalf of the famous actor that was known as Omar Sharif and it was built during the 1970s. LagOmar is one of the most popular restaurants within Lanzarote. This restaurant is located within a small sized village that is known as Oasis de Nazaret and this area has an exclusive collection of villas, which are built into the side of the mountain and they are half way between Teguise and Tahiche. There are a lot of people that enjoy this restaurant whilst on holiday in this area and they also enjoy the regular flights to Lanzarote. This restaurant is a very common stopping place for tourists.

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Es Freginal Park in Menorca

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The popular tourist attraction that is known as Es Freginal Park is located within the capital city of Mahon. This attraction is a green park, which has several different areas where people are able to sit and have picnics whilst enjoying the lovely exhibits of flowers. This park is also the location for a lot of cultural events that take place in Menorca. Over the years there have been a lot of world-class musicians that have preformed within this park and this is especially the case during the Jazz Festival. This attraction is very popular with tourists that make the most of the cheap flights to Menorca.

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Hippy Markets in Ibiza

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There are a lot of different markets that are held within the popular tourist resort of Ibiza. This resort is very popular with tourists that come from all across the world and they make the most of the cheap flights to Ibiza. One of the most popular markets within Ibiza is the Hippy Markets. This popular resort is home to a vast number of different tourist shops, which can be enjoyed alongside the hippy market. There is a number of different hippy markets within the area. In the resort of Santa Eularia the hippy market is held on a Wednesday and it runs from April until October and this market is home to more than four hundred different stalls which sell a wide range of items including leather goods, silver and some even sell African art. In the resort of Las Dalias the hippy market is held on a Saturday and it runs from May until October.

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The Wine Museum in Lanzarote

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The popular attraction that is known as the Wine Museum is one of the oldest cellars that are owned by El Grifo wineries. These cellars were built on top of the volcanic lava that was left by the eruption that happened during the eighteenth century. Reports show that this winery was actually built during 1775 and this actually makes it the oldest winery in the Canaries. This is a very popular attraction with people that enjoy the cheap flights to Lanzarote. The current owners have owned the property since 1880.

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Beaches in Mallorca

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The Spanish island of Mallorca is home to some of the most luxurious beaches that are within the Mediterranean. When you are on holiday on this island it is certainly worth taking the time to experience all that the beaches that are on offer. All of the beaches on this island are child friendly and some of them are good for water sports such as paragliding and jet skiing. All of the beaches are home to a range of bars and restaurants. There are a lot of tourists that enjoy the cheap flights to Mallorca and then they enjoy the luxurious beaches and sun.

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Placa Alfons The Third

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There are a lot of very appealing tourist attractions that are within Menorca and a lot of these are only a short distance from the main resort. A main attraction within Menorca is actually the coastline as it is lined with luxurious beaches. It is possible to enjoy a cruise of the coastline that leaves from the Mao harbor. This area is very popular with tourists and they enjoy the cheap flights to Menorca. Once you are in Menorca there is a vast amount of different things for you to see and do therefore there is something to suit everyone.

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Windsurfing in FuerteVentura

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The island of FuerteVentura is fifty miles in length and the island is between two and fifteen miles in width. There is some unused volcanic wasteland that is located within the Atlantic Ocean. The island of FuerteVentura is about three and half-hours from the United Kingdom and it is possible to purchase cheap regular flights to FuerteVentura. The island of FuerteVentura is home to some really good winds therefore this is the prefect location for windsurfing. The best time for windsurfing on the island is between May and September.

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Shopping In Arrecife

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There are a lot of people that feel daunted when it comes to shopping in Arrecife. The town of Arrecife is the capital of Lanzarote. There are a lot of one way systems within this town however there is a lot of parking within town. This town has a wide range of different shops that are on offer therefore it is certainly worth going here for a shopping trip. When you are planning to go shopping in this town it is very important to bear in mind that most of the shops will close in the afternoon for siesta. This town is very popular with tourists that enjoy regular flights to Arrecife.

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Cesar Manrique Foundation in Arrecife

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The Foundation Cesar Manrique is a popular tourist attraction that is a memorial for the late architect and artist and this is who it has been named after. Cesar Manrique was born in Arrecife on the 24th April 1919 and he died in Teguise on the 25th September 1992. There are a lot of tourists that enjoy taking in the sights and history whilst within the area and a lot of people make the most of the regular flights to Arrecife.

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Lanzarote Market

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There are an increasing number of tourists that are enjoying all of the fun that is available in Lanzarote and this includes the various different markets that are held within Lanzarote and the surrounding area. These markets are a great place to pick up souvenir items, although there will be people that do not enjoy the experience. There are a lot of people that enjoy regular trips to these markets and they come from all across the world, as they are able to enjoy the frequent flights to Lanzarote.

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Fun time for little ones when you Fly Thomas Cook

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If your little ones are too young for a Nintendo but old enough to take their first trip abroad, keeping them occupied on a long flight to Lanzarote or any other sunny destinations can be a tough job.

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Cova Des Culleram in Ibiza

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The island of Ibiza is very popular with tourists and there are a lot of things for them to see and do. It would be fair to say that for a lot of tourists the main attraction of Ibiza is the beaches and the nightlife however there is a lot more than this to the island. A lot of the tourists that come to this area enjoy having regular flights to Ibiza.

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The Cactus Gardens in Lanzarote

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There are a vast number of popular tourist attractions in Lanzarote and one of these is the Cactus Gardens. A lot of the tourists that come to this area enjoy the regular flights to Lanzarote. These gardens were the last creation of the late Cesar Manrique and it was not actually finished until 1991. The artist restored the mill during 1973 and this now decorates the limits within the center. The project that this artist undertook involved transforming a volcano that was only partially buried and turning this into a focal point for the center of the gardens.

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Xoriguer Distillery in Menorca

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The popular attraction that is known as Xoriguer Distillery is situated on the harbor within the capital of Menorca that is known as Mao. This area is very popular with tourists who are able to enjoy regular flights to Menorca. When visiting this distillery it will be possible to see how gin is made and there is also a change to sample some of the gin. If you enjoy what you sample then you purchase some from the souvenir shop that is located at the distillery. This distillery is open to the public six days per week during the main tourist season.

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Dining Out in Arrecife

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The town of Arrecife is the oldest town on the island of Lanzarote and this town is also the capital of the island. Prior to this town being the capital of the island the title belonged to the town of Tequise and this change took place towards the last part of the eighteenth century. The town of Arrecife is the main area for administration and commerce on the island of Lanzarote. This area is very popular with tourist and one reason for this could the frequent flights to Arrecife. The name of this town translates in Spanish to mean reef and this is where the town got its name from and this town has always been very popular.

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Mallorca Caves

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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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Nightlife in FuerteVentura

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There is a lively nightlife within the island of FuerteVentura and this makes it a very attractive destination for people of all ages. There is also a vast amount of things for people to do during the day therefore they can enjoy an action packed holiday. There is regular flights to FuerteVentura therefore it is an easy location to get to from anywhere in the world. The area of Corralejo is the main center for nightlife within FuerteVentura. If you are looking for a destination with good nightlife then this area is certainly worth considering. It is best to stay within the resort where you want to experience nightlife, as this will save you a lot of money on taxi fares. All of the main resorts in FuerteVentura are home to a good range of clubs and bars and these are usually quite especially during the low part of the season.

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Mirador Del Rio in Lanzarote

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People that are looking for an adrenalin rush should head for the north of the island. One of the best places to visit in the north of the island is Mirador Del Rio. The word Mirador translates, as meaning a look out and this is a particular vantage point. This attraction is very popular with tourists and a lot of the tourists that come to this area make the most of the flights to Lanzarote. The Mirador del Rio is a very attractive observation point and it is built over several levels anchored in a cliff face of volcanic lava rock.

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The Menorca Waterfront

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The island of Menorca has a lot of different landscapes to offer and it can be classed as an extraordinary landscape. The island of Menorca is a spectacular place and it has a lot of natural beauty to offer. The island is home to some very colorful vegetation and there are also luxurious white sandy beaches. To the north of the island is some wild terrain and this part of the island has some unique characteristics that are rather contrasting. There are a lot of tourists that return to the island year after year and they enjoy the flights to Menorca.

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Monte Toro in Menorca

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Monte Toro is located on the highest point of Menorca in Es Mercadal. This highest point has a height of three hundred and fifty two meters. The legend of Monte Toro is that a bull found a statue, which was of the Virgin and it was found within a cleft on the rock. The name of the peak however is more likely to have come from Arabic's. The name al-tor means the highest mountain. This highest point is very popular with tourists and a lot of them make the most of the flights to Menorca. There is a convent that is located at the top of the peak and this convent is home to the Franciscan nuns. The convent is open to the public on the first Sunday within May.

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Markets In Lanzarote

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There are a number of big markets that are held in and around Lanzarote. The biggest of these markets is known as Teguise Market and it is a massive event, which is held on a weekly basis. This market is a large cultural and social event as well as a good place to shop. All of the markets that are held in Lanzarote are very popular with tourists and this part due to the frequent flights to Lanzarote.

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Ibiza Town

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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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Prado Museum in Spain

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The Prado Museum is located in Madrid, which is the capital of Spain. This museum is home to a vast collection of artwork that was crafted by Fernando the seventh and other royalty members. The Prado Museum is one of the only museums that will allow the visitors to take no flash photograph of the collection that is within the museum. This museum is open six days a week and it is closed on a Monday. A lot of people that visit this area and this museum enjoy the regular flights to Spain from anywhere in the world.

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Mount Teide in the Canaries

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Mount Teide is one of the highest mountains in the Canaries and also on the Islands that make up the Atlantic. This mount is also the third biggest volcano within the entire world. This is a popular attraction for tourists and a lot of the tourist get to the area using the regular flights to Canaries.

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Menorca Harbor Tours

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There are a vast number of spectacular tourist attractions in and around Menorca. A lot of these popular attractions are actually only a short distance from the main resorts and beaches. One of the main attractions within Menorca is the coastline. There are a lot of tourists that opt to enjoy one of the harbor tours as this gives them the perfect opportunity to enjoy the coastline. There are a vast number of different nationalities that visit Menorca, as there are flights to Menorca from all across the world.

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Smugglers Cave in Ibiza

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Ibiza is a very popular tourist destination and this may be due to the frequent flights to Ibiza. Ibiza is an island that is located in the Mediterranean Sea and it is about seventy-nine kilometers from the coast of Valencia in Spain. There are a vast number of luxurious holiday villas within this area and these all tend to have a swimming pool. This island is one of the most popular Spanish destinations for tourists that want to get away and enjoy the sun and sand. There are a lot of tourists that return to the area year after year.

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Castellons Planetarium in Las Palmas

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Las Palmas has a magnificently maintained natural environment especially the 2 bays and 2 excellent beaches named Playa de las Alcaravaneras and Playa de las Canteras. In all Las Palmas consists of eight amusement and theme parks that include the Palmitos Park that happens to be a subtropical zoo. Holiday World is another one which is simply for leisure. If you are planning to visit Las Palmas then make sure you travel with children via one of the various flights to Las Palmas. Thats because there are other fabulous places to visit such as the Castellons Planetarium, which your children will not only enjoy but also learn a lot.

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Christmas in Gran Canaria

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Its not too late to think about your Christmas vacation and if you are keen on spending it somewhere in Spain then Gran Canaria would be a great choice. It would be a good option not just because there are frequent flights to the Gran Canaria but also because of the variety of places to visit and festivities to enjoy especially from December to January. When Christmas is just around the corner, you should better book your tickets in advance.

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Corralejo in Fuerteventura

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Corralejo, in the 17th century, was known mainly for pirates and the smuggling that carried on for several years. It is located in Fuerteventura. Flights to Fuerteventura are frequent from numerous European cities. Corralejo also has an airport, so you can further take a flight to Corralejo.

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Lanzarote Aquarium

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Lanzarote is a popular place among tourists and is known worldwide for its natural rock formations created due to ongoing volcanic eruptions. Apart from this, the place boasts of great beaches and beach villas and resorts. Flights to Lanzarote are quite regular and can be booked in advance.

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The Archaeological Museum in Ibiza

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Ibiza is packed with some of the best places to visit, so be sure you catch flights to Ibiza this holiday season and enjoy on this paradise island. Whether you wish to party on the awesome Ibiza beaches or simply explore the museums here, you can do it all on this picturesque island. One of the well known museums is the Archeological museum that is located in Dalt Vila in the Cathedral square.

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Son Mercer de Baix in Menorca

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Menorca, the southern island among other Balearic Islands, is by far the most popular sites of prehistoric settlements, belonging to the Talaiotic Period. Talaiotic Period is the duration lying between 2000 BC and 1000 BC. These ancient sites consist of 3 distinct types of structures named navetas that are constructed from several stones making it look like a upside down boat. The second type is in form of talayots, circular or square buildings created from numerous large stones. The third kind is made from taulas or tables created from large slabs of rock given shape of a T. If you have that archeological bent of mind then you definitely need to catch the next flights to Menorca.

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Municipal Natural Reserve of the Hermitage of the Magdalena in Las Palmas

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Las Palmas is a well known tourist destination that not only welcomes visitors with a warm weather but also warm people. Las Palmas has an airport that is 11 miles from the city of Las Palmas. Flights to Las Palmas can be boarded from anywhere in Europe. Frequency of flights may be slightly lesser in other countries. Apart from the churches and other attractions the presence of Mary Magdelene can be felt through the Hermitage of Magdelena located within Las Palmas. The area is maintained by the Municipality Castellon de la Plana and the total land area is 14.05 hectares. It is the natural setting here that impresses the visitors the most.

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The Chapel of Bones in Faro

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Faro is the largest city of the Algarve region. To the east of Faro beyond the Guardiana River dividing Portugal and Spain is the castle of Castro Marim. It was at the time a stronghold the Knights Templar. There are several places of tourist interest in Faro. If you are planning a vacation here then book your flights to Faro in advance to completely enjoy the different places in and around Faro. One of the spookiest sites at Faro is its Chapel of Bones.

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Bellver Castle in Palma de Mallorca

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Palma gives every visitor a brilliant experience because apart from its historically rich ambience it also boasts of a beautiful seafront. The historical centre in Palma is compact and remarkable with pedestrians all over its narrow streets. Palma is accessible by air and flights to Palma are almost every day. Like several other Spanish cities, Palma also offers a good mix of amazing cuisine, hotels, culture, history, nightlife and shopping.

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La Pared in Fuerteventura

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Fuerteventura is a city full of small towns with each town possessing something attractive to visit. You can select among the different towns consisting of beautiful pine trees and extraordinary beaches. If you want a quiet beach for a romantic getaway then probably La Pared is a better option and if you are traveling with children then go in for Caleta de Fuste, which is a more bustling town consisting of a busy and lively beach. Plan your travel in advance by booking flights to Fuerteventura so that you truly enjoy the soothing ambience of this excellent tourist destination.

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Santa Catalina in Gran Canaria

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From the brighter and sunnier south to the laid back and cooler north, Gran Canaria is an ideal tourist destination that offers variety of places to visit. It also boasts of great diversity of flora, fauna and the climate which has given it the title of The Miniature Continent. This is one of the topmost tourist destinations in the world and you should plan your visit to Gran Canaria for your next vacation here. It is accessible by air and flights to Gran Canaria are quite regular.

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Loro Parque in Tenerife

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Loro Parque, initially a Parrot Park has now transformed into Tenerifes second largest tourist attraction after a mount named Teide. If you are traveling with your loved ones then traveling by air is the right thing to do as flights to Tenerife are quite regular. The Loro parque has been successful in accommodating the worlds most significant Parrot collection consisting of more than 300 species of parrots. It also consists of fascinating Flamingos, Tigers, Alligators, Jaguars, Gorillas, Chimpanzees, Tortoises and Penguins.

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Mirador del Rio in Lanzarote

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Lanzarote is known for its museums, beaches and fantastic cultural attractions and several visitors from all over the globe come here to spend their vacation. If you are planning something similar then book your flights to Lanzarote today. One of the places worth seeing in Lanzarote is Mirador del Rio. It is a remarkable architectural achievement and was praised at the time as one of the most stunning and significant new buildings in the world.

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Short Film Festival in Sanford

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A challenging short film festival is going to be held at Sanford. It will feature a talented set of filmmakers from Florida and is scheduled to be held in February. There are several other filmmakers from all over the world who will participate in it. In case you wish to attend this festival, you must book your flights to Sanford at the earliest.

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Sant Antoni fest in Menorca

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Pollenca is situated at the Northern end of Menorcas Tramuntana mountains and it is a special location especially for various festivals of Menorca. If you are planning a vacation here to catch these festivals, you can reach by air as there are regular flights to Menorca throughout the year. Pollenca is characterized by the Lluc Monastery and the Port de Pollenca, the beaches of Menorca, the St Albufera wetlands and the Formentor Peninsula. It is quite close to the Bay of Alcudia. Pollenca has several remarkable churches such as the 16th century museum cum a symbol of baroque style called Convent de sant Domingo, the famous Nostra Senyora dels Angels and the Nostra Senyora del Roser.

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Dalt Vila in Ibiza

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Ibiza is one of the most picturesque islands among other Balearic Islands and is widely known for its white houses. For the same reason the island is called as a White island. It is an undisputed tourist destination for party goers from all over the world. Ibiza has a cosmopolitan atmosphere and the entertainment for visitors is incomparable to any of the islands in any other part of the world. Catalan is the official language of the island but you will find people speaking in Spanish. You can plan your holiday to Ibiza at any time of the year. Ibiza is reachable by air and flights to Ibiza are available almost every day from a number of locations.

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Cathedral in Palma

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All the visitors reaching Palma by sea will definitely notice a graceful Gothic cathedral as the cathedral gradually emerges to the visitors line of vision. Palma is a great place to be even if you are traveling by air. Palma has an airport so you can easily catch flights to Palma to have a look at its impressive architecture.

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Desert de las Palmes

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Founded in 1478, Las Palmas is known for its natural surroundings. Las Palmas can be visited any time of the year as it is accessible by air. Flights to Las Palmas are quite regular from a number of locations across the world. The natural reserve of the Desert de les Palmes forms part of Castelló®® It is a Carmelite wasteland, situated at the coastal foothills. Reaching desert is easy. You can either hire a car or travel by the local transport.

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Oasis Park in La Lajita

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Fuerteventura has more than 150 beaches to spend your vacation at. You will probably not even finish with one beach during one vacation. From the beauty of Corralejo up north to the vast stretches of beaches as well as the lagoons down south, Fuerteventura is full of some fascinating places to visit. It also has an airport so you can book convenient flights to Fuerteventura any time of the year. As you reach Fuerteventura, you will find it to be serene in nature. This is because of limited population that is settled here. It happens to be the least populated islands among all the Canary Islands.

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Monumento al Campesino in Lanzarote

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Till the wave of tourism spread through the city of Lanzarote during the early 70s, it was more of an underdeveloped rural town which mainly depended on farming from sea and land. The local economy moved slowly and remained stuck with the basic aim of survival. Today the place has been transformed because of the initiative taken by the locals towards tourism and by making the effort to popularize the region for it while taking pride in the resources and attractions the city possesses. Lazarote can be reached easily by air as there are daily flights to Lanzarote from a number of cities throughout the world.

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Ciutadella cathedral in Menorca

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Menorca is a great holiday destination for a lot of people. It is the largest island after Mallorca and is located around 34 km from Mallorca. The island of Menorca is quite pleasant filled with a number of family resorts where you can enjoy refreshing breezes in the evening. You can book tickets for your flights to Menorca and land here in any season. It is comparatively quiet and can be a great destination for some relaxation. People who are constantly worked up will find this island to be a blessing. Children can enjoy visits to various churches, museums, parks and harbors.

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Casita Verde Ecology Centre in Ibiza

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Ibiza is known for its attractive clubs, brilliant sandy beaches, boat rides, excellent restaurants with exquisite cuisines and several other things. And these several other things include Cova des Culleram along with its fascinating past, the shops at Paseo Vara de Rey, the Ponylandia and the Casita Verde Ecology Centre. If you are planning your next vacation at Ibiza, it can be reached by air as there are multiple daily flights to Ibiza. Although Ponylandia is mainly for the kids but even adults will enjoy the awesome rides provided they are in their true holiday mood. The Casita Verde Ecology Centre happens to be one of the most notable attractions on the island of Ibiza.

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Submarine in Santorini

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The beautiful island of Santorini, is a part of the group of Cyclades islands, located right at the centre of the Greek Islands in the Aegean Sea. Santorini is among the most attractive getaways in Greece. It forms part of a small group of volcanic lands and the name of the island is associated with Saint Irene. Santorini has a well equipped airport so you can book your flights to Santorini from wherever you are! The site where Santorini stands today was that of one of the strongest volcanic eruptions across the world. Even though it does not seem to be there at all, it is a well known fact that the volcano is merely dormant.

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Iglesia de San Gines in Arrecife

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Arrecife is probably the only city in Spain that does not really follow any organized pattern of architecture. The same is true of the Spanish people living and working here. It is indeed different among all the other islands around Spain. Several people at Arrecife work or are related to the tourism industry in some way or the other. There are several significant tourist resorts towards both the south and the northern part of the city. Arrecife can be reached by air as there are a number of flights to Arrecife every day from all major locations in the world.

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Pueblo Canario in Las Palmas

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The initial settlements at this location, called Real de Las Palmas, explored the area around a ravine here. They then moved ahead into the towns named Triana and Vegueta on the right side and Barranco de Guiniguada on the left. Initially the Castillian Army encampment was located on the hillside close to the Barranco de Guiniguada where you will find the chapel called San Antonio Abad chapel. The elaborate highway of Las Palmas called Calle Juan de Quesada today extends beyond the Barranco de Guiniguada and assists people out of the town into the central part of the island. The highway is the landmark that divides the two historic sides of Las Palmas.

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The Arab Baths in Palma de Mallorca

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Palma is dated back to the initial Roman settlement that inhabited the present day city of Palma, although the region primarily belonged to the Bronze Age settlements that inhabited the same site. After the initial settlements the region was invaded by Arabs, who kept Madina Mayurqa as its name. King Jaime I who ruled the regions of Aragon and Valencia conquered it in 1229. At this time Palma had become significant for trade but ongoing raids by the Turkish pirates during the 17th century robbed the city of its trade centre. The settlement regained its balance only when Charles III revived the trade with the Indies.

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Ancient Kition in Larnaca

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Larnaca is situated in Cyprus and was formed 6000 years back. It is in fact, the oldest city in Cyprus. Larnaca can be reached by air as there are several flights to Larnaca every day from domestic as well as international locations. Larnaca is a great place to be for all kinds of activities especially for exploring its old sites bearing endless archeological significance.

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Aquasur Waterpark in Gran Canaria

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Gran Canaria is a multi faceted island where you can spend your holidays. You can book your flights to Gran Canaria through any of the major airlines including Thomas Cook and enjoy the beauty of the island throughout your stay. The island has some great sandy beaches, water parks, picturesque small towns and villages. You can visit the caves at Galdar village or beautiful landscapes at Telde. The original inhabitants of the island are known as Guanches. Canarian Museums presents itself with a number of findings that the Guanches left for the people of Canary Islands.

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Timanfaya National Park in Lanzarote

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Lanzarote is well known for its Cactus Garden, Castle of San Jose and azure lake. You can reach Lanzarote by air. There are several cheap flights to Lanzarote from remote as well as nearby countries. There is one more tourist destination that should be visited when you plan a vacation at Lanzarote. It is the Timanfaya National Park. The park is located in Tinajo in Lanzarote and the basic facilities are run by the Director of Conservation.

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The Archaeological Museum of Betancuria in Fuerteventura

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While you are planning your holidays and booking your flights to Fuerteventura, be sure to spare 8 to 10 days for it. The climate here is often compared to Mexico and Florida as they lie along the same latitude as Fuerteventura. At no other destination in the Canaries are seen such huge sand dunes and elaborate sandy beaches.

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Monographic Museum Punic Necropolis in Ibiza

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Ibiza is one of the most picturesque of Balearic Islands. It is also called as a white island because of the white colored houses all around the place. It is a modernized island that has a great atmosphere, offering unlimited sources of entertainment. While planning your vacation here you can book your flights to Ibiza online through websites of different airlines, including those offered by Thomas Cook.

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The fortress of Isabella II on La Mola

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Menorca is an ideal holiday destination for those looking for some peace and quiet. Apart from beaches and partying, the history of the place cannot be ignored. Whether you are planning your trip in winters or summers, there are several flights to Menorca throughout the year. however, peak season sees a large crowd and you may have to book your flight well in advance.

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Coves de Campanet in Palma

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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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Castillo de San Jose in Arrecife

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Arrecife is known to be one of the oldest of towns in Lanzarote. Arrecife is the capital of Lanzarote and also the administrative and commercial centre of Lanzarote. The word Arrecife is Spanish and means reef. The name comes from all the reefs that surround the town along its coastlines. These coastlines too are very popular and you will find a number of tourists taking enjoyable walk along the seaside. While planning your trip during the peak season, make sure you book your flights to Arrecife well in advance.

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Santa Ana Cathedral in Las Palmas

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Las Palmas is set amidst magnificent scenery comprising of two vast bays and picturesque beaches named Playa de las Alcaravaneras and Playa de las Canteras. Las Palmas was founded in 1478 and it boasts of significant cultural and historical heritage especially in a district called Vegueta. Vegueta happens to be the oldest part of the island. The place was even proclaimed as World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1990. There are several airlines that provide flights to Las Palmas including Thomas Cook. You can always look for some discounts offered when planning your vacation to Las Palmas.

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Places of Interest at Fuerteventura

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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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Casa de Colonand Gran Canaria Las Palmas

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Every zone of Gran Canaria is worth visiting, north, east, west or south. You need to plan a longer trip if you want to enjoy the place thoroughly. There are several flights to Gran Canaria that will take you to the place safely.

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La Cueva de los Verdes

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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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The Guimar Pyramids

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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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Malta Fort St Angelo

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Maltese culture and economy has had influences almost throughout its existence. These influences have sometimes been from the Romans or Phoenicians, sometimes from the Carthaginians and at other times from the French, Normans or Spanish people. The British were the last ones to have colonized Malta as they left in 1964 when Malta gained its independence. There are several flights to Malta from many locations across the world.

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Menorca Naveta des Tudons

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The Naveta des Tudons is a great tourist destination located a couple of miles from Ciutadella. Naveta des Tudons is at the right side on the road leading to Mahon. It is a construction done during the megalithic era and is believed to represent Menorcas archeological heritage. The city can be reached by air as several commercial airlines have flights to Menorca all through the year.

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Ibiza Cueva de Can Marca

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Cueva de Can Marca can be a great destination if you wish to get away from all the partying and beaches in Ibiza. Located near the Portinatx resort in northern part of Ibiza, the caves are truly fascinating not only for children but for grownups as well. Your flights to Ibiza would land at the Ibiza Airport which is the only airport for the entire region of Balearic Islands. Pretty crowded during the peak seasons, the airport is about 7 km from the main town of Ibiza.

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Fuerteventura Windsurf

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Windsurfing and Kiteboarding are probably one of the cleanest sports in the world, using no engines and creating absolutely no pollution. The event is a must watch if you plan to come here in end of July. There are several flights to Fuerteventura from almost all the major airports of the world.

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Lanzarote Urban Festival

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Part of the Canary Islands, Lanzarote Island was one of the first islands to be occupied by human civilization. Being an island, sun sand and beaches are obvious attractions of the place and coupled with some interesting events throughout the year, it is an ideal location for a holiday. Flights to Lanzarote land at the Arrecife airport, approximately 10 km from Lanzarote. Apart from sightseeing, there are several activities that you can choose to attend during your holiday.

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Paragliding Festival Tenerife

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Paragliding is probably one of the most adventurous and exhilarating sports in the world, probably close to bungee jumping. It is also one of the easiest things to learn if you are interested in adventure sports. Every year the International Paragliding Festival is organized by the Town Council of Los Realejos. The idea behind starting this festival was to promote the flight area of Los Realejos along with booting the tourism in the region. Though Tenerife is quite famous for other activities and events, most holidaymakers look to indulge in some adventure activity during their time off. Water sports are quite famous all over the world, however paragliding as an activity for foreign visitors is quite unique.

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Ibiza Carnival Parade

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Ibiza is one of the most beautiful islands in Europe. It is also known as Eivissa Vila in Catalan. It forms a part of the 4 Balearic Islands. The densely forested Island with pine trees, towering cliffs, the neat and clean beaches and amazingly blue sea makes Ibiza a holiday destination of choice for many travelers.

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Panerai trophy Menorca

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The Panerai trophy is a Classic Sailing Regatta at Menorca. It is an event that involves keeping a close eye on the points that the vessels score depending on the way they perform in the different races among them. Vessels from the Spanish period and the Classic ones are free to participate in the Championship to win the Panerai Trophy. The race is conducted at the island of Menorca.

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FuerteVentura Christmas

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Fuerteventura is known to be the 2nd largest Island among the Spanish Canary Islands. The initial settlers are known to have landed on the Island from Northern parts of Africa. In fact, the term Maho or Mahorero is used even today to explain the people belonging to Fuerteventura. The term is actually derived from the ancient word mahos which means a kind of goatskin shoe. These types of shoes were used by the original residents of Fuerteventura.

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Atlantic Rally for Cruisers

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ARC is the abbreviation used for the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers which is a regular rally held on an international level and is much to do with sailing. The sailing calendar features the cruise every year without fail. Sailing enthusiasts look forward to the cruise and take part to experience the excitement during the event. It is a transatlantic rally that commences from Las Palmas in Gran Canaria on its journey to the Rodney Bay Marina in St Lucia which is a Caribbean island. St.Lucia is a beautiful Island in the Caribbean that has some picturesque views to enjoy. As the cruisers reach the Island they are blinded by the clean blue waters and diverse flora and fauna all over the Island.

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Tenerife Wine Bus

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The Tenerife Wine Route is an association that is not for profit. It was established in 2005 and consists of close to 50 members. The aim behind its establishment is to generate awareness about the traditional and cultural wine growing that forms part of Tenerifes heritage. Foreign visitors who want to experience something unique can hop on to this bus. It is indeed a welcome tourist option that not just promotes Tenerifes wines but also takes you to the nitty gritties of running vineyards and preparing wines. There are several flights to Tenerife from many parts of the world. From London you can reach Tenerife through Thomas cook flights. You can also fly from Liverpool to Tenerife through Ryanair airlines.

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International Lanzarote Duathlon

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International Lanzarote Duathlon is a race conducted at Club La Santa that includes a long run followed by biking and then concluding in a short run. The event is meant for everyone to participate. You can reach Lanzarote for the Duathlon by boarding flights from wherever you are. There are major airlines from Belfast, London, Birmingham and many other places, with several flights to Lanzarote that you can take.

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Larnaca The Mediterranean Festival of Traditional Dance

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The traditional dance festival of Larnaca is something to be cherished throughout life especially of you are a dance lover. The performances are so euphoric and full of enthusiasm that you will forget you belong to another place. It is a festival but has a competitive touch to it and groups from all over the continent participate in it.

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Carnival in Las Palmas

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If you are a resident of Spain you sure may be looking forward to the Carnival of Las Palmas, but if you are a visitor or going to visit Las Palmas, be ready to get shocked and enjoy it too. Gran Canarias party also called the carnival is a grand event of the year. It extends to 3 weeks at a stretch and starts before Lent. You can plan your vacation in Las Palmas in a way that you are able to attend the main events such as the popular Drag Queen Day held in January. Flights to Las Palmas are available from all the major cities of Europe.

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Alicante-St John's Bonfires

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Before 1928, the festival known as St Johns Bonfires was celebrated just as it was celebrated in any other part of Europe. The huge gathering of people coming together to burn things such as old furniture is quite a spectacle. But, during the same year, a man from Alicante called Jose Maraa Py improvised the idea of similar nature. In a short span of 3 months the first such Bonfire was planned and organized in Daa de San Juan.

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Palma de Mallorca World Folkdance Festival

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Palma de Mallorca World Folkdance Festival is a great occasion that many art lovers look forward to. The first of its kind was conducted in 1985 at Munich in Germany. Several experienced dancers coming from close to 67 countries have participated in the festival and have entertained the audiences surpassing the expectations of everyone. After 1987 the venue of the festival was shifted to Palma de Mallorca. Various participants travel all the way from their respective countries to Palma de Mallorca to display their talent and craft learnt over many years of practice and hard work. If you visit Palma de Mallorca at the time of the festival you will notice that most of the participants are professionals while some are striving to learn and master the dances.

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Arrecife Lanzarote Carnival

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The yearly carnival is a much awaited event in Arrecife-Lanzarote. Every year the processions are held between 3rd February and 9th March in Arrecife. Arrecife, which also happens to be the capital of the island, is visited by tourists all over the world because of the various festivals celebrated with merriment and enthusiasm. The annual carnival is one of the most famous festivals of the Canary Islands. The festival has been in vogue for a very long time. It is not celebrated only by the residents of the Islands but several tourists across the globe joyfully participate in it.

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Tenerife Opera Festival

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Picturesque mountains looking down on the sun kissed beach is a typical scene in Tenerife. For an island, the city has very peculiar landscape having one of the highest mountains in Spain, the third largest volcano in the world and tropical forests. Naturally so, these are the most popular attractions of the island, pulling in more than 10 million tourists every year from all over the world. Apart from the beautiful geography, the island also offers lots of entertainment with events such as fiestas and carnivals organized all through the year.

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Three Kings Day Fiesta-Ibiza

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Ibiza, the third largest island among the Balearic Islands, is one of the most sought after party destinations of the world. The fun begins as your flights to Ibiza land next to the pristine waters at Ses Salines. A unique contrast of natural beauty and modern structures welcomes you as you enter the city of Ibiza. Interestingly, for a place famous for its nightlife, a large part of the island is registered with the United Nations as World Heritage Sites. Different festivals and events organized throughout the year add to the party atmosphere.

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Matances de Bujots in Menorca

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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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Arts holiday in Menorca

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Menorca is the second largest of the Balearic Islands, although it is smaller and quieter than its neighbour Mallorca. With a beautiful coastline and idyllic rural villages, Flights to Menorca are ideal for creative breaks any time of the year, with virtually guaranteed fine weather in a wonderfully inspirational setting. High quality Menorca villas give visitors the chance to experience this wonderful island at their own pace.

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Fun Fun Fun in Mallorca

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Theres an incredible range of things to do on the Balearic island of Mallorca. With the warm sea temperatures and good weather virtually all year round, this is an ideal location for adventure activities both on land and on water. It is a popular choice for many as flights to Mallorca are easy to come by.

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Las Palmas guide to adventure holidays

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A friendly, green island, of mountains and beaches, volcanoes and forest, the island of Las Palmas is packed with adventurous things to do. With villas in Las Palmas both on the coast and away from it all, a holiday in Las Palmas is ideal in both summer and winter with some great activities to try both on land and water.

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year-round festivities in lanzarote

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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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tenerife for the holidays

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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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festa del melo in palma de mallorca

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The festival is about 40 years old, and actually marks the end of the watermelon harvest and includes an interesting competition that takes place at Placa Tomeu Penyato, where local farmers are invited to enter their biggest fruit. One of the recent winning melons was weighed in at the incredible mark of 17,780 g. That is quite impressive!

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rodrigo leao in concert

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After Cinema, in 2004, his music reached new audiences, in Portugal and elsewhere. The O Mundo compilation, released internationally in 2006, earned him appraised critics. Pedro Almodovar, for example, had no doubts in describing Rodrigo as one of the most inspired compositors in the world. Musicians like Ryuichi Sakamoto or Beth Gibbons from Portishead didnt hesitate when they got invited by Rodrigo to leave their mark on the records he was creating.

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Festivity Non stop on the Gran Canaria Island

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The Canary Islands are located in Spain and are known for their year round festivities. Gran Canaria as the name suggests, is one of the largest islands within the set and it lives up to the name by offering a calendar of events that makes the island worth visiting any time of the year. The vents are often kept in and around the area of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria which is also the capital of the island. Many of the big festivals took place earlier in the year, but there are still many more to come. You may have missed the Music festival in January; the Opera festival in February or even the Jazz Festival in July, but they will be here again next year and there are still many of the good ones that you can still experience this year.

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Enjoy the luxuries of eventful Fuerteventura

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On the island of Fuerteventura, there is no lack of festivities and celebrations. There calendar of events is extensive and even though most of the year has already passed, there are still many reasons for you to book flights to Fuerteventura today.

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Processio de la Beata

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A Celebration of Sainthood in Menorca Among the many annual festivals celebrated in the Balearic Islands, the upcoming Processio de la Beata is considered one of the most important. It is a celebration in honor of Saint Catalina Tomas, the patron saint of the town of Santa Margalida.

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Virgen del Pino Festival in Gran Canaria

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The Virgen del Pino festival, also known as the 'Feast day of the Virgin of the Pine', will be taking place on the 8th of September in Terror, a beautiful village in Gran Canaria. During the time of this festival, a lot of flights to Gran Canaria bring thousands of pilgrims to this annual religious festival. If you really want to know more about the culture and history of the Island, then this is an ideal destination for your holiday.

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Mare de Deu de la Salut festival in Mallorca

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September is the month of the Mare de Deu de la Salut festival in Palma de Mallorca. This major city in Spain has a reputation of entertaining a large number of visitors during this festival. If you are looking for a relaxing holiday as well as a party destination, you should consider a place like Mallorca. You can check online to see what flights to Mallorca are available during this time.

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Dining in Ibiza

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If you've booked flights to Ibiza this summer, chances are you've heard some great stories about clubs such as Pacha and Space. We don't doubt you'll find your way to the legendary We Love parties, KM5 (a Bedouin-style garden club) and all the other parties in Ibiza. But do you have any idea what to expect when it comes to food? Dining in Ibiza is more than just lining your stomach! There are so many dining choices that you can take your summer love to a different eatery every day and try all the wonderful traditional dishes together - instead of bringing a different date to the same restaurant every night.

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La Tomatina Festival in Spain

La Tomatina Festival, Spain

There is a week-long preparation that goes into the festival. Many shop owners cover their shops before hand with huge plastic covers as a protection from the mess. There are also few rules to adhere to. It a part of the rule to squash the tomatoes before hurling them at people. However, any objects other than tomatoes are not to be thrown!

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Viva Mexico!

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Grito de la Independencia is a cry from the heart and history of Mexico that stirs up the dirt and dust on the streets of Cancun the 15th of September. In 2010, it will be exactly 200 years ago that the Mexicans started their indepence war against Spain on the eve of 16th of September 1810 in a church chapel in Dolores Hidalgo, 270km (170 miles) north of Mexico City. This year, the cries 'Viva Mexico!' and 'Viva la independencia!'will be louder than ever before.

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Release some ducks at Can Picafort festival in Mallorca

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The releasing of the ducks festival, which is also known as the Fiesta of Ducks, is one of the oldest and most popular festivals in Can Picafort, a once fishing village in the north east of Mallorca. The festival which usually takes place on the 15th of August has been reported to attract over 3000 spectators from Spain and all over Europe to Can Picafort every year. The festival is a free event and it creates a good environment for families and couples to have fun and be entertained. Especially those who have travelled to Mallorca on a holiday enjoy the festival so much that, at the end of the day, they are left with a feeling of awe and appreciation for the wonderful performances during the festival.

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Run and Cycle on Lanzarote

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Lanzarote's sporting connections are well established. The famous Lanzarote Ironman Triathlon is held there during May every year and athletes use the island as a base for winter training because of its mild weather. During autumn the athletes tend to return to the island and a number of competitive events are organised for them. They are usually open to entry for everyone, so if your fitness is up to standard why not take part?

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Palma Mallorca Jazz

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Palma is the capital of Mallorca and is a fantastic place to visit, whether you are sightseeing, shopping or just taking in the sun and chilling out in one of the many bars and cafes.

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Alicante for golf and much more!

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As any golf enthusiast will probably be aware, the Costa Blanca is ideal for a holiday combining sun, sea and nightlife with your favourite sport. With an abundance of flights to Alicante airport, where better to base yourself? There are over 20 excellent golf courses in the Valencia region with two, El Plantio and Alicante Golf, just a short drive from the city.

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Autumn Sports Holiday in Lanzarote

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For runners, triathletes, and cyclists, summer temperatures in excess of 30 degrees Celsius are not perfect conditions, but neither are the cool, wet and rainy days of a typical British autumn. The island of Lanzarote offers the opportunity of better weather conditions, with autumn rain very rare and average daytime temperatures of between 22 and 24 degrees Celsius throughout September, October and November. Hotels with sports facilities or the specialist Club La Santa are all popular and there are various organised competitive events for athletes to test their fitness.

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Music Festival in Menorca

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Music festivals are very popular on the island of Majorca and its smaller neighbour Menorca. On Mallorca it seems that even smaller towns are organising their own summer music festivals, with jazz proving to be one of the more popular styles. On Menorca, festivals are equally popular and one of the biggest is the annual Music Festival of Mahon, which features mainly classical performances. This festival may be smaller than some of its Mallorcan equivalents, but the quality of the performers is very high.

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Discover Kos

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If you want go jet skiing this summer, you should book flights to Kos because this Greek island is the perfect location this exciting sport. At least, that's the opinion of Jet Ski authorities, which is why they organised National Jet Ski Championships here last summer.

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Mallorca festivals in August

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Towards the end of August, Mallorca will be hosting several interesting festivals which are great if you want to make the most of your money and time during your holiday in Spain. In order to secure your summer holiday, it might be worth booking your flights to Mallorca around the dates of these festivals. What these festivals have in common, aside from having their roots embedded in religion and traditions, are entertaining dances and dainties which are way too tempting to resist.

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Chinese Lantern Festival in Mallorca

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When it comes to putting on a show, the Spanish can always be counted on. To say otherwise is to understate the fact that they like all forms of entertainment. You can expect an extraordinary performance with an oriental flavour when Mallorca celebrates the Chinese Lantern festival. With so many festivals happening in the month of August, this traditional Chinese festival, also known as La Fiesta de les Llanternes, is one spectacular and unique celebration that every family and the Chinese communities in Mallorca look forward to. This colourful festival has also been a source of attraction to thousands of tourists on holiday in Mallorca. You can still be a part of this festival which takes place on the 24th of August, if you start the booking of your flights to Mallorca now.

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Festa de San Gines and the Juego del Palo

tenerife panorama

Between the 15th and 25th of August, the patron saint of Lanzarote's Capital Arrecife is celebrated in style. During the daytime, much of the activity is concentrated around the El Charco area itself, where traditional island sports such as Canarian sailing and wrestling are celebrated and a new Miss Lanzarote is elected annually. The whole event then culminates in an impressive fireworks display on the main beach promenade on the night of the 25th.

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Paving the way to becoming European Capital of Culture

las palmas cathedral La Seu III

The capital of the Canary Islands, Las Palmas, plays host to the International Festival of Theatre, Music and Dance. The festival is in its fourteenth edition from 8 July to 14 August and has been gaining in strength and recognition every year. Las Palmas is a candidate for the prestigious award of European Capital of Culture for 2016, spurring large investments in everything cultural happening within the city.

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An open-air summer fiesta in Alicante

Alicante Sunset

When it comes to celebrations, the Spanish don't do things by halves. On the 5th of August, Alicante will be hosting the Virgen del Remedio festival, a cultural festival in honour of the matron saint. Among the floods of summer celebrations in Alicante, this festival manages to stand out. It is definitely worth visiting if you have booked flights to Alicante.

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Royal Sailing in Mallorca

Luxury boats and yachts in a marina

Very few things are more glamorous than late summer sailing whilst rubbing shoulders with royalty. Head to Palma de Mallorca in late August as, during the Copa del Rey regatta, 16th to 22nd August, the Spanish Royal family, celebrities and sailing fiends will spill out onto the bay to enjoy a week of the finest Mediterranean sailing by day and glamorous galas by night.

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Fuerteventura International Jazz Festival

Desert mountains

Fuerteventura, like every other Canary island, is famous for its love for parties and all year round festivals. Every year, from the 9th until the 18th of July, the Canary Islands host a major world-class jazz festival sponsored by Heineken. This year will be the 18th time the festival is held since inception, with a total of about thirty-eight concerts held across the islands during the event. The festival began in Gran Canaria Island in 1992 before it spread across to the islands. Fuerteventura is one of the major venues where many of the massive concerts will take place.

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San Gines festival in Arrecife

Charco de San Gines, city of Arrecife, Lanzarote.

Spain is famous for its all year round festivals. Though most of them are religiously inclined, they are nevertheless enjoyed by all kinds of people, which is why a great number of flights to Arrecife and other Spanish cities are sold every year. Arrecife is a city in the Canary Islands with unique and colourful festivals. If you are looking for a really great time, San Gines festival is well worth a visit.

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Nuestra Senora del Carmen fiesta in Lanzarote

The southern coast of Lanzarote

When you feel you have been too hard on yourself and looking for a holiday to release that long built tension, this fiesta will be a good opportunity to let your hair down and mingle with the fun and life-loving locals of Lanzarote.

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Chopin Piano Festival in Valldemossa

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Valldemossa is a beautiful town in the west of Mallorca, 10 miles north of Palma. It is also where the composer and pianist Frederic Chopin lived for a short period in 1838 with his partner Baroness Dudevant - better known as George Sand. His stay on the island was only 3 months long and not particularly enjoyable for the composer. His beloved French piano was delayed by the Mallorcan customs and Chopin was forced to play on a rented piano. He was not in particularly good health at the time and Mallorcan doctors feared for his life. Also, because he was not married, the deeply religious people of Mallorca made it difficult to find accommodation, which is why he found his way to Valldemossa, where he stayed in a former Monastery. Eventually, worries over his health forced Chopin to leave Mallorca, leaving behind his piano which remains in a museum in the town.

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Biggest Telescope in the World celebrates 1st birthday

Gran Telescopio Canarias

The world's biggest optical telescope will celebrate its first birhtday. In July 2009, the Gran Telescopio Canarias was completed on the island of La Palma.

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Musicas Del Mundo Festival in Alicante

Musicas der Mundo

From the 10th of July to the 21st of August, Alicante will be holding its annual Musicas Del Mundo Festival, translated Music of the World Festival. Musicians from all backgrounds from around the globe will be gathering to play near the city's port area with a total of 8 concerts throughout this time. The opening of this exciting event will be by Colombian pop group Fonseca and on the final day of the Festival, the legendary Flamenco guitarist, Paco De Lucia will be closing the show. Other people playing between these dates are Mexican Pop star, Alejandro Fernandez, Puerto Rican group Calle 13, Richard Bona, Bela Fleck, Dr John and so many more acclaimed musicians. Tickets will cost between 15 and 40 Euros. Money well spent!

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Palma for Party animals

cathedral of Palma de mallorca

Palma has many cultural events such as concerts, exhibitions, festivals and theatre productions both in summer and winter. In September, for example, Palma de Mallorca will host the Mare de Deu de la Salut fiesta. This means that processions and floral offerings will take over the city. There will be music and theatre entertainment, as well as a solemn mass in honour of the Virgin Mary at the church of Sant Miguel.

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Canary Jazz

Shipwreck on Arrecife

Jazz lovers will feel right at home in the Canaries this month, because the Heineken Jazz Festival (also known as Festival Canarias Jazz and Mas Heineken) will be hosted on Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Palma, Tenerife and Gran Canaria from 9th to 18th July 2010.

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Mallorca Rocks!

A typical night in Ibiza

Mallorca Rocks is the name of a brand new hotel that was opened in Magaluf earlier this month. And they couldn't have named the hotel better, for it truly makes the Spanish island rock!

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Alicante Festivals and Gourmet

Spanish paella

Alicante is a prestigious city in Spain, known for its long summers and mild winters. This city is famous for its love of life, music, fireworks, festivals and gourmet dining. Alicante takes pride in its traditions and cultural values which show through in their festivals. These festivals take place throughout the year, but the summer festivals are more popular with tourists due to the number of flights to Alicante during this season.

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Explore Fuerteventura

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The North of Fuerteventura

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Ibiza's Quiet Side

Ibiza City

Ibiza Town is a charming capital steeped in history. The city itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Archaeological Museum contains an impressive collection of Carthaginian treasures, as well as many items from the island's occupations by the Phoenicians, Romans, Turks and Catalans.

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Experience Lanzarote's Landscape

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Lanzarote is just 125 km from the coast of Africa, and like its neighbour, enjoys a dry hot climate with little rainfall. With average midwinter temperatures about 21 C and mid summer temperatures around 29, Lanzarote is a perfect year round destination.

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Horses and Events in Menorca

Equine Fiesta

The island of Menorca hosts several celebrations and festivals during the summer and, unusually, many include horses as part of the programme.

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Non-stop adventure Sports in Lanzarote

Triathletes making pace through the valleys of Lanzarote

The answer to why Lanzarote is perfect for competitive endurance events is quite simply the fact that it has perfect weather throughout the year. Rain is an almost non-existent event throughout the months of winter, and the summer maintains a perfect heat.

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The full Spanish experience

View of Ibiza Bay at night

Ibiza, this small Spanish island in the Mediterranean Sea, is a famous celebrity destination. If you enjoy a lot of clubbing, you are going to love every minute of your stay on this island. Ibiza is famous for its riotous nightlife, live gigs, tattoos and summer parties. Ibiza hosts numerous festivals and events throughout the year which attract thousands of tourists from all over Europe. flights to Spain are very frequent and at a very good deal too.

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Don't be left out of the parade in Santa Cruz de Tenerife Carnival

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Tenerife is an island known for its spectacular events. Santa Cruz de Tenerife carnival is one of such events. This carnival attracts millions of people from everywhere being one of the best celebrated events in Spain. If you are looking for lively entertainment and the time of your life, now is not the time to miss this carnival. Since this is a very popular event, it might be a good idea to book flights to Santa Cruz de Tenerife in advance. This time of the year is a ideal for getting great deals on flights and cheap hotels.

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What you need to know about Menorca

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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.

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Celebrate Spanish wine with the locals: La Festa des Vermar

glass of wine and grapes

The Balearic island of Mallorca is known for its hip and happening bars and clubs, its luxurious villas and yachts as well as for being the summer playground of the Spanish Royal family. While basking in the late summer sunshine, this iconic Spanish island deeply steeped in tradition also offers the discerning tourist a chance to experience medieval Spanish custom, and wine, at its best.

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The Festival of San Juan

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The Festival of San Juan on June 24th is a major event in the Spanish calendar as it is associated with the coming of summer. The Spanish never need an excuse for a party and the day is celebrated in both urban and rural areas with bonfires and festivities. These fires are particularly popular in the Catalonian and Valencian communities, and in some areas the date is also celebrated as Catalan nation day.

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Get the party started in Ibiza

Amnesia Club

If your idea of holiday heaven is total R and R, please look away now. Because right now, that's the last thing you'll get in Ibiza, with party season warming up for yet another year and a bevy of banging clubs opening their doors over the next few weekends.

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Fuerteventura Music Festival

Lagoon of El Cotillo

This year's must see concert of the Canaries is the 'Fuerteventura en Musica 2010', which will take place on the 2nd and the 3rd July on the beach in El Cotillo Lagoon across from Azzurro, on the north west corner of Fuerteventura.

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Two Festivals in Pollensa on Mallorca

Puerto Pollensa bay

The town of Pollensa in the north of Mallorca has a dual personality. Inland lies the old town of Pollensa itself with its fine architecture, pretty market square and a choice of luxury hotels. More recent development has created the area of Puerto Pollensa, a yacht marina flanked by a sweeping sandy beach on one side and shady promenade walk on the other.

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Menorca

Menorca Balearic Islands

Menorca has tons of great sandy beaches. Punta Prima is a beach resort area in the east of the island and it has many restaurants, bars and mini-supermarkets near the sand. Es Grau has beautiful flora all around it and is quiet and serene. Because it's a grand holiday destination, flythomascook offers flights to Menorca from twelve airports througout the UK.

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More Bangers For Your Buck

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With its blue skies and balmy climate, Menorca is a hotspot all summer long. For a guaranteed scorcher of a holiday, though, the time to visit is during the midsummer festival of San Juan held from the 20th to the 24th of June this year, when the island is ablaze with bonfires and fireworks and every school kid is armed with a bagful of bangers!

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Corpus Christi celebrations in Spain

Spanish fiesta with petards

If you happen to be in Spain on June 3rd then expect to get caught up in one of the major festivals of the Spanish calendar. Corpus Christi is a feast day that celebrates the Eucharist, which Catholics believe to be the body and blood of Jesus Christ. The Spanish never need an excuse for a celebration, and as a country with a strong Catholic heritage it is hardly surprising that there are major festivities across the country on this day. However, what makes the festival so exciting for an outsider is that each region celebrates the day in its own unique way.

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Off the beaten track in the South of Spain

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The Costa de la Luz has been visited by holiday-making Spaniards for many years, but now other Europeans are discovering its attractions including the fact that the beaches have particularly fine, soft sand. These are ideal for a great deal more than just sunbathing. For example, you could borrow a horse from the local stables to enjoy a thundering gallop along a lengthy Costa de la Luz beach.

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Costa de la Luz

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The coast of light or Costa de la Luz is in the far south west of Spain, a full 300km of stunning coastline beside the Atlantic Sea. It stretches from the Portuguese border to the Straits of Gibraltar and features some of Spain's loveliest fine-sanded beaches.

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Sport on the Beach in Portugal

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The Algarve in Portugal is well known for its love of sport. And where better to play than down on the beach?

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Sonar festival, Barcelona

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Every year in June, music fans make a pilgrimage to Barcelona for the Sonar festival. Created in 1994, the festival has secured itself a reputation as one of the major events in the European music calendar. The organisation describes it as a festival of 'advanced music and multimedia art', and headline acts in recent years have ranged from Bjork to the Beastie Boys, and Grace Jones to Kraftwerk. As well as music, there are performances in every kind of media you could imagine, and probably a few that you couldn't. Expect to see audio projections, film presentations, technology demonstrations, conferences and debates as well as clothes and music fares.

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Ibiza Still Club Capital

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Other European clubbing locations may be on the rise or the fall but Ibiza still heads the pack, with the best clubs and the most impressive list of high profile DJ's this summer.

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Kites and Surf come together on Fuerteventura

beach and dunes

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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Fuerteventura new Biosphere Reserve

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In May 2009, it was announced that the island of Fuerteventura became one of 22 new sites in UNESCO's World Network of Biosphere Reserves (WNBR).

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Equestrian School of Menorca

black horse rearing

For equestrian fans, the Club Escola Menorquina that is located between Ferreries and Cala Galdana on the island of Menorca makes an interesting place to visit. Here you'll be able to see the traditional activity of horse riding displayed in frequents shows put on during the summer evenings by the skilled riders of the school. Displays are normally on Wednesday and Sunday evenings starting in June until September. For riders there are options to take lessons or a riding course at the school, but for spectators the show is certainly dramatic enough. Many marvel at the way this breed of horse, specific to Menorca, is able to rear up and walk along on its hind legs, often for extended periods. The horsemanship and abilities of the horses is amazing. This jet black breed also performs in other places around the island and at festivals, particularly the larger ones in Mahon.

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Tenerife Not In Dire Straits

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Dire Straits front man Mark Knopfler is rumoured to be giving a concert on Tenerife later this summer.

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Menorca Emerges

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The peaceful island of Menorca seems to be quickly emerging from its typically quiet off-season period and all over the island there are events taking place for visitors to enjoy. Locals also get their first opportunities of the year to get outside and take part in some sporting competitions with tennis being one of the sports on offer. The 21st edition of Jaime Mascaro Open tennis tournament took place on 11th April. Mr Mascaro is not some former tennis champion from the island but a local shoe manufacturer who sponsored the tournament. Sailing is also popular in Menorca and April saw various regattas taking place with the La Caixa Trophy held between 4th and 18th April. Also, the Sa Nostra Trophy event for the smaller laser and optimist boats was held on 12th April in Es Castell.

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Find new Furniture in Fuerteventura

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In Spanish areas, there's always something festive happening and the Canarian Islands are no exception. One of the most popular events on the Canarian island Fuerteventura is the Feria de Artesania, a festival that annually takes place in May. For three days, locals gather in Antigua to display things they have made by hand, from furniture, weaving, clothes and musical instruments to local cheese, sweets and dried fish.

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Lanzarote Museum Concerts

Panorama of Lanzarote

The Castle of San Jose on the island of Lanzarote is the unique setting for a series of concerts taking place over a four month period this year.

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Crete Holiday Season Kicks Off

sunset at beach in crete

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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Catch a Tan on a Catamaran

Catamaran in the sea of Lanzarote

Doesn't that spring breeze make you long to go sailing in the sun? Even if you don't have any sailing experience whatsoever, you can treat yourself to a splendid day on board a catamaran near the Canary Islands. Lanzarote, also known as The Island of Eternal Spring, is famous for its mild climate and the clear blue sea is home to huge shoals of bright fish. Honestly, can you imagine a better place to go sailing?

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Clean Beaches in Fuerteventura

Beach of Morro Jable fuerteventura

Concern over the state of the beaches in Fuerteventura was what started the CleanOceanProject project three years ago. Since then, the campaign has held numerous events that encourage groups to meet up and carry out clean-up exercises on the beaches of the island. The original concern was highlighted when the beaches used by surfers and windsurfers on the island were starting to experience a build-up of rubbish, so the founders of the initiave called on the surfers themselves to drive the project forward. In addition to deriving their enjoyment from the ocean, it turned out the surfers were more than happy to put some effort back into keeping their sporting environment clean.

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Expedition Canada

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Fly across the Atlantic and discover the wilds of Canada.

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Tenerife on The Big Screen

Los Roques de Garcia and volcano Teide

The island of Tenerife was showcased in a different light on the big screen when a new movie premiered in the UK.

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Palma Exhibitions Open

Cathedral in Palma

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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Menorca on Land and Sea

port of Ciutadella

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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Easter On Mallorca

The cathedral of Palma de Mallorca

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Lanzarote Builds On Ironman Triathlon Tradition

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One major sporting event that always brings attention to the island of Lanzarote, and always fills up its quota of places, is the annual Lanzarote Ironman Triathlon. The event, which acts as a qualifying event for the world famous Ironman Triathlon in Hawaii, has been taking place for the past 18 years.

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Spring Forward in Mallorca

almond orchard and mountain

Calendars have already been flipped over to March and now on to April, and Spring has certainly arrived on the island of Mallorca. Temperatures are nudging their way towards 70 degrees Fahrenheit and the island is a picture of new life with orchards all over the island proudly displaying their almond blossom.

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Mallorca - Palma Boat Show

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The glitz and glamour of luxury yachts and motor cruisers will fill the harbour in the port of Palma, Mallorca between 24th April and 2nd May. This year sees the 27th running of International Palma Boat Show and gives the island a chance to show it's marine credentials to international companies and potential buyers. For the general public the boat show also creates a cosmopolitan atmosphere that merely adds to Palma's attraction as one of the nicest holiday cities in Europe.

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Admiral Collingwood Celebrated on Menorca

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The link between the island of Menorca and Britain was once very strong. In fact, the British ruled the island for almost 100 years during the sixteenth century. Strategic naval aspirations were the reason for the initial takeover during the War of the Spanish Succession in 1708. To cater for the strong British Naval fleet the capital of the island was moved from Ciutadella to its current location in Port Mahon. When the British handed control of the island back to the Spanish in 1802, it was on the understanding that the naval fleets of both countries would continue to jointly use the deep harbours of Mahon. It was under this agreement that the British Navy sent Admiral Cuthbert Collingwood out to Menorca to command the fleet. Collinwood has already made a name for himself, being second in command to Admiral Lord Nelson at the Battle of Trafalger and being instrumental in securing victory following Nelson's death during the battle.

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Art and Music in March on Lanzarote

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One of the nicest settings to appreciate art on the island of Lanzarote is the International Museum of Contemporary Art (MIAC). This interesting museum is housed in the old Castle of San Jose and was opened in 1975. The building itself is an unusual semi-circular structure built over 300 years ago to protect the town from invasion from the sea. This castle is situated to the northern side of Arrecife harbour and a similar building, the Castle of San Gabriel, sits on a sea wall at the other end of the town.

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Tenerife Announces April Pop Concert

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Many holiday resorts around Europe will be putting the finishing touches to their summer event plans, with several places set to hold music festivals. These multi-act events usually last several days and can attract huge audiences, especially if the mix of artists caters for a wide range of tastes.

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Spring on the Algarve

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Unusual Atlantic weather patterns for this time of year may still be rolling into southern Spain and Portugal, but for one traditional event on the Algarve, the inclement weather actually seems rather fitting.

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Almond Walks on Mallorca

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The humble almond is a stranger to British shores but across the Mediterranean, it is grown widely especially in locations with warm, dry weather for most of the year. This includes many parts of Greece, Cyprus and the Balearic Islands. In the Canaries, Christmas is a time when the shelves of supermarkets become stocked with all kinds of almond-based delicacies including the traditional Turron, a type of nougat.

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Easter on Corfu and Mallorca

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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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Spanish Tapas Competition in Fuerteventura

Spanish cuisine. Assorted olives in a ceramic bowl. Selective focus. Tapas.

Those who enjoy the Spanish food tradition that is tapas will be treated to the best the island of Fuerteventura can offer thanks to a competition sponsored by the local tourist board. The exact origin of the tradition and the reasons why it has remained popular are varied. One theory is that an ancient law prohibited people from just drinking in taverns without eating anything, so the availability of small meals was a workaround to allow people to drink alcohol freely.

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Sporting Holidays a Target for Fuerteventura

Beach and Dunes

Just like the authorities responsible for tourism in the Spanish Balearic islands, the Canary Island tourist authorities are also working hard to promote their resorts his year. One segment that they seem to be targeting is the sports tourist, an emerging focus for many resorts because they represent an opportunity to attract high spending clients during parts of the season outside the main peak periods.

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Mallorca February Fiesta

a view of valldermossa

If you were lucky enough to be enjoying a holiday on Mallorca during February, then you might have liked to investigate some of the many carnival events taking place across the island.

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More February Celebrations on Lanzarote

Playa de Papagayo (Parrot's beach) on Lanzarote, Canary islands, Spain

Just when you think the carnival celebrations are over on Lanzarote and the streets of Arrecife have returned to normality, then things kick off again in another resort.

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Pro Cyclists in Mallorca Race

mixed group of cyclists

The start of February traditionally sees one of the first professional races of the European season taking place on the island of Mallorca. Many of the top European riders use the event to test their form and get used to racing with new teammates. This year the event clashed with another top level race taking place in Qatar, with several teams attracted to the warmer desert weather as a place to start their 2010 campaign.

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Run for Fun in Mallorca

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Serious athletes and people who just run for fun are catered for in this year's half marathon race to be held during April in the town of Pollenca on the north coast of Mallorca.

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Palma's La Seu Cathedral

Cathedral La Seu in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, one of the famous landmarks of Majorca. In the foreground Park del Mar. On the left side you can see the spanish kings palace Palau de l'Almundia.

When you drive into Palma de Mallorca from the east you pass by one of the city's largest but perhaps most perplexing buildings. The huge La Seu Cathedral sits almost uncomfortably on the sea front with busy roads passing close by and only a man-made lake and a narrow strip of parkland separating it from the lines of traffic. It's size also makes it look unwieldy against the surrounding architecture, almost as if it was placed there temporarily until a more fitting location could be found.

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More Big Football On Tenerife

Soccer stadium

After losing to a dominant Barcelona in their home game against the Spanish champions on 10th January, Tenerife's footballing heroes were up against it once again at the end of February when Spain's second most powerful team Real Madrid headed across the Atlantic to take on the home team. Despite dropping further and further down Spain's equivalent of the UK Premier division as the season goes on, Tenerife's local football fans are making the most of the promotion they gained last year to welcome some of the world's best footballers to their doorstep.

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Menorca Benefits from Tourism Investment

Menorca beach

The general slow down in many industry sectors across Europe is not being taken lying down by the tourism authorities responsible for the Balearic islands that include Ibiza, Mallorca and Menorca.

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Mallorca Has Hidden Charms

Lake Georg Blau panorama

For many people, primarily those who have never been there, Mallorca creates the impression of being a typical beach-based resort, often filled with rowdy twenty-somethings on a cheap week away, but for those who have visited the island and ventured away from the one of two resorts that seem to make the holiday headlines, Mallorca is a real jewel in the Mediterranean.

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Lanzarote Prepares To Celebrate

fireworks

Forgive us for mentioning carnival events yet again, but for our travellers to Lanzarote, here is a review of the island's carnival events which kicked off on Saturday the 13th of February. There were also some events in the period leading up to this date including a children's fiesta and a series of plays.

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Flower Power On Ibiza

Smiling Hippie Girl

Beaches and nightclubs may grab most of the holiday headlines when Ibiza is mentioned but during January and March the island's Flower Power and Hippy era is centre stage at two of the island's festivals.

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Ibiza Celebrations

smoking grilled sardines

Colourful costumes, street parades, plenty of parties and of course great food and drink are the ingredients for most carnival events and things are not too different on Ibiza. For five days during February the main towns on the island seem to stop work and get down to the serious business of letting their hair down. If you can't quite imagine what goes on there, then think back to the best fancy dress party you ever went to and multiply it by a factor of ten. Everyone, whether part of an organised group in the parade or just watching from the pavements, is encouraged to dress as brightly, even as outrageously, as possible.

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Ibiza Summer 2010

Party People @ Club Amnesia , Ibiza 2006

During the Summer months, many of our passengers on flights to Ibiza travel to the island to enjoy the thriving nightlife as much as the sun and beaches. The six months or more between the time when most of the clubs close in October through to their reopening in May and June may seem a lifetime, but many will already be planning their trips at this time of year to get the best deals.

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Fuerteventura Carnivals in 2010

Portrait of a beautiful woman in medieval era dress. Shot in a studio.

During the early part of the year, between January and April most of the towns, villages and cities on Fuerteventura put on some form of carnival celebration. The typical Fuerteventuran carnival includes a street parade, fair ground rides, plenty of food and drink and the endless beat of music from live bands. There are also Carnival Queens in many towns.

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Tenerife Welcomes World's Biggest Cruise Ship

A luxury cruise ship docked in the port

Most people choose to fly to Tenerife for their holidays, but for the 3000 passengers on one of the world's biggest cruise ships, Santa Cruz de Tenerife was a stopping point on their sea voyage that started in Barcelona during December 2009 and had already visited Casablanca before leaving the Mediterranean to head for the Canaries.

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A Far Cry From Fuerteventura

One of the most famous beaches in Fuerteventura: El Cotillo

If we are talking about the January weather in the UK too much, it's because it seems to be the only talking point around at the moment but also because it provides a stark contrast to the conditions in many of our winter sun destinations.

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Celebrate San Sebastian in Mallorca

Palma de Mallorca; view over the rooftops; from the old city walls towars the cathedral La Seu; horizontal format

While many towns and cities across Spain are gearing up for their annual carnivals during February and March, the island of Mallorca steals a march on them with its Fiesta of San Sebastian during January.

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Shake Out Your Castanets in The Canaries

Young Spanish flamenco dancer playing the castanets

The Spanish music style of Flamenco is the kind of music played during traditional dances with performers dressed in stylish costume. The ladies wear long flowing skirts while the men dress in outfits that symbolise the attire normally associated with bullfighting. But in Spain, Flamenco is better known as a form of music rather than a dance. The castanets, or palillos as they are known locally, are small-hand held percussion instruments usually played in pairs.

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Carnival - The Big One

Photo Venice

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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Canary Islands Music Festival Schedule

Young girl playing violin outdoor

There may have been a big freeze across northern Europe at the beginning of January but the attractions for tourists soaking up the sun in Gran Canaria were added to on 8th January when the Canary Islands Music Festival started in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.

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Canaries Football Spotlight

Sex stereotype, girl watching while boy is ready to play

If you go to the Canary Islands for a winter break, don't be surprised to find the locals with a healthy appetite for watching football. The islands currently have several successful teams, one that competes in the top Spanish League and others that play more locally.

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Arrecife Carnival on Lanzarote

View on the lagoon in Arrecife

When you fly to Lanzarote the aircraft will arrive at the island's main airport in Arrecife. The airport is conveniently situated midway along the east coast making transfers to most of the island's main tourist hotspots relatively short, in fact as the whole island is only around 35 miles long, transfer distances are rarely more than 20 miles.

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Antalya Tourist Numbers Climb

Panoramic Olympos Beach. Antalya, Turkey

The Mediterranean resort of Antalya in Turkey claims to have grown its January tourist numbers by over 30 per cent in 2010 compared to the same month in 2009. This claim is based on the number of tourists arriving at Antalya airport during the month.

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Almond Blossom In February

Almond flowers with selective depth of field

Tree blossom brings a welcome boost of colour to UK trees in spring, but for Mediterranean islands like Mallorca and Menorca, as well as the islands of the Canaries, spring blossom arrives a little earlier in February thanks to the almond trees.

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International Volleyball in Tenerife

Beach volleyball field

Since beach volleyball became part of the Olympics in 1996, its popularity has boomed. In October last year, Tenerife hosted a top level mens tournament at Siam Park.

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Top Flight Football in Mallorca

Soccer players with ball and feet kicking on field

Football fans are always treated to a feast of action over the Christmas period when most of the top UK clubs have a series of games. In Europe too, the New Year also sees renewed interest in the game and football fans who travelled to the island of Mallorca during January had a chance to watch some of mainland Europe's top players.

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Tenerife Counts Tourism Figures

Playa de Las Teresitas and San Andres, Canary Island Tenerife, Spain

Tenerife is dependent on tourism for much of its commercial activity and is working hard to overcome the issues presented by the recession. Resort improvements and hotel renovations are taking place all over the island. Reduced consumer spending power has meant a drop in tourist numbers for many destinations across Europe, with some places seeing as much as a quarter of previous trade disappearing.

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Sports Celebrities in Lanzarote

Promenade with bicycle lanes in Caleta de Fuste, Fuerteventura Spain

Discovering that you're one of the top ten contenders in line for Britain's most prestigious sports award might be enough to persuade most people to venture up the motorway to Sheffield. For Jenson Button and Mark Cavendish the journey to the BBC awards night was a little longer, as earlier in the month they were both on the island of Lanzarote getting in some warm weather training.

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Running on Malta and Ibiza

a young pretty girl with a scarf in a beach in a sunny beach

Add running to your next holiday. More and more people seem to be turning to the sport of running as a method of keeping fit and healthy. As far as equipment is concerned running comes a close second to swimming for not needing any expensive or specialist kit.

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Race to Lanzarote

Pigeons over the sea

One of the more unusual sporting events on Lanzarote this year saw over 700 competitors setting off on the 23rd January from the African coast and racing the 100 miles or so to Lanzarote. The cash prize for the first one home was a healthy 6000 Euros, so competition was fierce with only the very fittest and fastest in with a chance of winning.

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New Year Arts in Mallorca

View of Palma de Mallorca and mountains behind it

The sun is already shining on Mallorca and the island hasn't even got to its main event of the year yet. Just like all Spanish towns, Palma's biggest festive event took place, not on 25th December, but on 6th January.

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Celebrate National Day On Menorca

Menorca, port of Ciutadella with clear blue sky

If you travel to the island of Menorca during January for a quiet winter sun break and you may stumble across an unexpected national celebration.

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Music Marathon on Lanzarote

A group of elementary children racing across their school parking lot.

The holiday island of Lanzarote organised a group of marathons with a difference in October 2009, where musical accompaniment was the main feature of running events aimed at athletes of all abilities.

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Mountain Bike Around Lanzarote

orange sunset in playa Famara, Lanzarote

Cycling around the roads of Lanzarote may be the choice of professional racing teams for their pre-season training camps or keen amateur cyclists escaping the uncertain conditions of a wet British spring, but Lanzarote has more to offer than just road-based routes.

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Michelin Star Restaurants in Mallorca

beautifully served table in a restaurant

If you are visiting Mallorca and like to eat out in the best restaurants then a visit to one of the island's top eateries ought to be on your schedule.

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Mallorca Beyond New Year

Crowd in silhouette enjoying a large bonfire

The island of Mallorca and its capital Palma , like many places in Spain, prepare for a traditional Christmas and New Year that centres around four main events. Christmas Eve is important with concerts and Midnight Masses held in many churches, including the famous Seu Cathedral in Palma itself. Christmas Day is a time for relaxation and spending time with family. New Years Eve sees another excuse for celebration, with parties and fireworks displays illuminating the island's skies and then finally the celebration of the Epiphany on January 6th sees children receiving gifts in much the same way as UK children do on Christmas Day.

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Ibiza Kite Flying Day

colorful kite flying in the sky

A spectacular kite flying day took place in San Antonio, Ibiza on the 25th January 2009. This traditional event is part of the town's month-long fiesta programme and sees hundreds of kites, of all shapes and sizes, take to the air from the town's beaches.

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Jetski Festival in Ibiza

 Jetski racing on a blue water background

When the big nightclubs on Ibiza are approaching the end of their long season the island is gearing up for a ten day Jetski festival that will attract riders from all over Europe.

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La Gomera In The Canaries

panoramic view over la gomera

Ask anyone to name the islands in the Canaries and most would, without much trouble, come up with the main four islands of Tenerife , Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote. After all that's where most of the holiday companies and airline operators provide services for. However there are actually 8 main islands, the others being La Palma, La Gomera, El Hierro and La Graciosa, the smallest of the inhabited islands of the Chinijo Archipelago off Lanzarote.

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Boogie Boarding Lanzarote

body boarder riding a big wave

Body Boarding or Boogie Boarding is not a new sport, in fact this easier version of surfing is claimed to have been invented in California almost 40 years ago. But don't be fooled, those Californians have a habit of picking an ancient custom and skill, adding a twist and claiming it as their own. The Californian surfboard designer who carved his first body board from a chunk of polystyrene foam was in fact doing exactly what Polynesian natives had done thousands of years earlier to allow them to float and surf the waves around their islands.

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Las Palmas Carnival

Carnaval Queen at the 2007 Las Palmas Carnaval

One of the best ways to experience the true Gran Canaria is to take part in the annual carnival that started this year on the 26th January 2010.

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Glorious Golf in Belek

Golfcourse in ANtalya, Turkey

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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Fuerteventura's Biosphere Market

fresh fruits

Visitors to the island of Fuerteventura may be interested in going along to a new monthly market that aims to promote the produce of local farmers. Alongside tourism, Fuerteventura's next commercial strength is its agriculture, with farmers using the island's clement weather to grow everything from wheat crops, to tomatoes, onions, garlic and even bananas. Much of this activity takes place away from the main tourist areas and unless people make a specific effort, this side of the island can easily be missed.

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Festive Weather Round Up

beach and sea

While much of Britain still experienced cold, snowy weather and temperatures in Scotland plummeted to as low as minus sixteen, we thought a round up of the weather in our key winter sun destinations would warm you up a little.

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Christmas on Ibiza

Ibiza Beach (Baleares - Spain)

Ibiza is one of those holiday islands that enjoys a bit of a break from September onwards. The busy summer crowds have subsided and the vast sandy beaches are more easily admired. The tourists who take their holidays in September, having waited until the school-age children have returned home, have been able to enjoy a more peaceful time on the island. Once October arrives everything eases back to a slower pace, the international nightclubs that Ibiza is famous for have had their end of season parties and the islands is given back to the locals for a few months.

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Brits Boost Turkish Tourism Figures

sunset in istanbul

The Turkish travel industry has been enjoying some golden times recently, times, which in the light of lower tourist numbers in many other established regions, are even more impressive.

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Sport 2010 on Lanzarote

Mountains of fire,Timanfaya National Park in Lanzarote Island

Some of the big sporting events in Lanzarote during 2010 have been announced and are already attracting entries from competitors.

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Paragliders in Tenerife

Para-motor gliders in different positions

The first weekend of December saw the skies of Tenerife filled with colourful paragliders as the island hosted an international competition.

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Menorca During November

 Three Churches on the Bay

We have just read an article that questioned whether Menorca effectively "died" during November, meaning did everything shut down following the end of the summer season. The conclusion was a resounding "no", with there being plenty to interest visitors on this beautiful island during Autumn. Of course there are fewer people on Menorca once the main summer season slows down, in fact the people count may drop to as low as 30 per cent of the summer peak, but that just means more space and a more relaxing environment for everyone.

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Transatlantic Yachts in Gran Canaria

white yacht in a sea at the evening

Once again Gran Canaria briefly became home to over 200 yachts as the fleet for the annual ARC trans-atlantic yacht race assembled in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria ahead of the event.

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International Hang Gliding on Lanzarote

Hangglider in action (Grobnik-Croatia)

Lanzarote's Open de Canarias de Ala Delta hang gliding competition took place between the 6th and 12th December this year.

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Mallorca Gets Classical

Castle Bellver

You are never too far away from a classical music performance in the town of Palma de Mallorca. The cultural roots of this town are deep in Mallorca and all forms of music are frequently represented on the event calendar. From the annual Chopin Piano Festival in Valldemossa to the outdoor summer concerts at the towering Bellver Castle in Palma, Mallorca has more than its share of inspirational venues too.

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Music Variety in Mallorca During December

Sea parc in Palma de Majorca and view to the Cathedral

Visitors to Mallorca during the peak months of the summer more often than not stay in their resorts for the duration of their stay. But for those coming to the island during December there are plenty of reasons to take a trip into the capital Palma, to experience the sights and sounds as the Mallorcan Christmas approaches. In terms of music there are many different Christmas concerts, during the early part of the month there was also a varied choice of concerts in different musical styles, that provided something for everyone.

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Plan your New Year Party in Sharm

the coast of sharm el sheikh in Egypt

If you are looking for a high energy New Year party followed by some peaceful relaxation in the sun away from the cold, wet weather that is currently shrouding the UK, then Sharm el Sheikh in Egypt may be just the ticket.

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Mallorca's Seasonal Shift

Cathedral La Seu in Palma de Mallorca, Spain behind the sea. On the left side the spanish kings palace Palau de l'Almundia and in the foreground a bar/restaurant with unrecognizable people drinking

As a holiday island that relies on tourism for much of its commercial activity, the authorities in Mallorca have a responsibility to their business community to provide a continuing stream of events and attractions that help bring visitors to the island all year round. Mallorca has slowly developed a tried and tested seasonal shift that sees the springtime favouring the activities of cyclists and athletes, who come to the island for warm weather training. Then the long summer panders to the millions of sun and beach lovers who enjoy the island's many perfect resorts. Autumn sees a switch to sailing and also culture that brings art and music festivals to the island. At the end of the year Christmas provides a perfect bridge to the golfing season that takes over in the New Year.

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Lanzarote Christmas

Nativity scene from figurine crib like an old Jerusalem village

For many the Christmas period presents the perfect opportunity to take a short break and get away for a little rest and relaxation. For some a cosy chalet in snow covered mountains is the ideal break while others yearn for some warm sunshine. Being only a short flight from the UK, Lanzarote offers the combination of convenience and value for British tourists seeking some warmer weather.

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Dijous Bo on Mallorca

 Spanish chorizo

The normally quiet town of Inca, lying 17 miles north east of Palma on the island of Mallorca, suddenly became the centre of attention during November. The Autumn fairs of Inca are traditional events that go back many years and attract huge crowds over the 4 weekends which started on 24th October.

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Special Authentic Christmas in Palma Mallorca

Red Christmas bells

When promoters were looking for the perfect place to host a Christmas Fair in Palma de Mallorca, the unique Poble Espanyol (Spanish Village) was always going to be a frontrunner. This unique open air museum, village and shopping centre was an obvious choice for somewhere that could be transformed at Christmas into something very special.

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Thomas Cook Flights Assist Charity Jailbreak

Sand beach under a red volcano in Lanzarote

Flights to Lanzarote donated by Thomas Cook helped a team of three that triumphed in a charity jail break challenge during November.

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Christmas Fairs and Markets

Christmas gingerbread handmade

December is now upon us and Christmas celebrations are starting to begin in earnest with many countries seeing traditional Christmas fairs and markets springing up in their towns and villages.

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Christmas Getaway

 cap of Santa and caribbean sea

With the festive season just a few weeks away, plans for getting away for some seasonal sun may be uppermost in the minds of those who prefer to spend the period in a warmer climate.

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Exploring Mallorca

El Santuari de Lluc mallorca spain

November and December are the perfect months to explore the lesser known areas of Mallorca. Hire a car, hop onto a bus or use Mallorca's rejuvenated rail network to travel to some of the islands traditional towns and villages. Many visitors to Mallorca stay in the beach resorts either side of the capital Palma, the coastal areas in the north around Alcudia and Pollenca or the beach resorts on the east coast like Cala Millor or Porto Christo.

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Film Crew in the Canaries

Mount Teide on Tenerife

The islands of Tenerife and Lanzarote are no strangers to the international film industry. Tenerife hosts an international film festival, the next edition of which happens in June 2010 and the islands have also been used numerous times in films such as The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy and also several episodes of Dr Who.

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Fuerteventura Food Tradition

cheese

The island of Fuerteventura has a long history of successful agriculture, so what better way to sample some of that produce than to try some traditional Fuerteventuran dishes during your visit.

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Harlem Globetrotters on Tour

Basket ball in hoop

Does the name Meadowlark ring any bells with you? Maybe not, but if you were a watcher of children's TV back in the 1970's the name may start to awaken some fond memories of your carefree childhood days. Meadowlark was one of the happy-go-lucky characters in the children's Hanna-Barbera cartoon representation of the famous Harlem Globetrotters basketball team. That team became a worldwide phenomenon at the time and the current members of the team are still pleasing audiences around the world today. Their recent international tour included visits to the islands of Gran Canaria and Tenerife. The team made one of their final appearances of the current tour when they performed in Monastir , Tunisia on the 16th October at the Pavillion Salle Couverter.

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Mallorca Festival of Music

Cathedral La Seu II

The Mallorca Festival of Music has now concluded, its two final concerts were held in October and November.

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Premier League Football on Tenerife

Player kicking the ball. Fragment of the football(soccer) game

If you were due to be on holiday in Tenerife during the first weekend of November and were upset about not being able to get to Stamford Bridge to watch Chelsea play Manchester City or to Upton park to watch West Ham play Everton, then you could try a little local football on your holiday island.

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Food Fairs in Autumn

 spanish smoked gammon at spring fair in barcelona, spain, catalonia

In Europe the Autumn period seems to be the time when many areas host festivals celebrating local produce and cuisine. A little research has revealed that food fairs are now held in many popular tourist areas at the end of the summer season and serve to provide visitors with a taste of local cuisine and traditions.

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Sa Pobla Autumn Fair

Traditional horse carriage in Malaga. Spain. Touristic transport

The town of Sa Pobla is one of the larger towns in Northern Mallorca, but being situated around 20 miles to the north of Palma and set inland it doesn't receive much attention from tourists visiting the island. This is a town populated largely by native Mallorcans, without the abundance of holiday homes that are a feature of some of the more picturesque parts of the island. The main industry around Sa Pobla is agriculture and the flat countryside around the town is a patchwork of well cultivated fields growing all kinds of produce.

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St Peters Singers in Palma

Cathedral Le Seu, Mallorca

During October the St Peters Singers, a fifty strong chamber choir from Leeds, England performed a number of concerts during a short tour of the island of Mallorca.

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Lanzarote Sports November

surfing wave

There were two International sporting events that featured on the events calendar of the island of Lanzarote during November.

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Volta Menorca 2009

View from bikers eyes during riding in the forest

The fifth annual Volta Menorca is a three day off-road mountain bike challenge that was held this year on the 10th, 11th and 12th of October.

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Lanzarote Sports November

surfing wave

There were two International sporting events that featured on the events calendar of the island of Lanzarote during November.

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Fuerteventura Kite Festival

flying the kite

Colourful skies were promised at the annual Fuerteventura Kite Festival in November this year.

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Transatlantic Yachts in Gran Canaria

sailing yacht under sails

Once again Gran Canaria briefly becomes home to over 200 yachts as the fleet for the annual ARC trans-atlantic yacht race assembles in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria ahead of the event.

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Ibiza Clubs Round Off 2009 Season

disco relax

The world famous club scene on Ibiza approached the big closing party season in late September.

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Lanzarote to Fuerteventura Swim

Photo Of A Man Swimming And Creating Splashes Of Water Drops

With the Canary Islands being surrounded by Atlantic Ocean you would expect much of their commercial and leisure activities to involve water, but that is not always the case. However during October this year a group of hardy athletes tackled a challenging journey across the waters between two of the islands.

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Leonard Cohen in Palma

Singer Leonard Cohen performs onstage at Kilmainham Royal Hospital June 14th, 2008 in Dublin, Ireland.

Almost 20 years after his last performance on the island, Leonard Cohen returned to Mallorca to give a concert at the Palma Arena.

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Cycle Tour of Ibiza in October

people series: high speed run cyclist on cycle

With professional cyclists competing in the 21 stage Tour of Spain, or Vuelta a Espana, the island of Ibiza was putting together final preparations for its own, smaller scale, event.

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Alcudia Fair in October

Alcudia on the island Majorca in spain

During the summer months the resort of Alcudia on the northern coast of Mallorca transforms into a buzzing beach location, fringed with a huge selection of luxury hotels, bars, restaurants, cafes and one of the best sandy beaches on the island. Once the peak months of the summer are gone, everything starts to move at a slightly slower pace, although the resort doesn't quite return to the peaceful, quiet rural zone it once was before tourism discovered it.

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International Jazz in Palma Mallorca

Expressions of an african american jazz musician.

Mallorca's three month long Jazz Voyeur Festival continues at the Conservatori venue in Palma with four interesting concerts during November.

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Vintage Run on Lanzarote

run

Runners who love wine were able to combine both of their desires on 21st June when Club La Santa on Lanzarote held its first ever Wine Run. The race, over the half marathon distance, took runners through the wine region of the island, providing them with tasting samples en route.

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Port de Soller Festival on Mallorca

close up of grand piano keys

Music and the island of Mallorca seem to be very closely linked and the pretty port of Soller hosted its own series of concerts during September and October this year.

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Fuerteventuras Lady of the Rock

carnival dancer

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

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Gran Canaria and Tenerife Open Jazz Festival

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The Canary Islands International Jazz Festival was in full swing this year kicking off with a series of great performances where the beach at Telde on Gran Canaria and Puerto de la Cruz on the north coast of Tenerife both played host for opening night concerts.

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Tenerife Gomera Rock festival

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The smaller island of Gomera, off the coast of Tenerife hosted its first Gomera Rock festival in August this year.

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Felanitx Festival in Mallorca

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Mallorca has a fine reputation as a summer beach holiday destination however there is a lot more to this amazing island than just fine beaches and holiday resorts.

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Dance and Celebrate on Ibiza

traditional folk dance costumes with castanets

The night clubs are well known but dancing of a different type took centre stage on Ibiza during August.

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Events in Lanzarote during August and September

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The main holiday season may be starting to wind down in some mainland European resorts, but the Canary Islands have a year-round season to enjoy.

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Mallorca Surf Action 2009

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The beachfront area in Palma, Mallorca played host to an exciting surf event at the end of August.

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Plymouth Banjul Rally

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Cars of all shapes, sizes and age will depart Plymouth in England during December on a long journey to Banjul in The Gambia.

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Tenerife Island of Eternal Spring

Teresitas beach of Tenerife Island

Tenerife is an exotic island that's known for a large ex-Pat British community delivers so much more ithan what you've come to expect. It is a scenic volcanic island, the largest of the seven Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of north west Africa. Tenerife is the most populated island of the Canary Islands and Spain and is famous as the "island of eternal spring" (Isla de la Eterna Primavera) as the average winter temperature is 22 degrees Celsius while in summer average temperatures remain about 28 C. Tenerife is sunny all year round.

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Minorca - Part 1

A small cove on the island of Menorca with clear blue water

The small but perfectly formed island of Menorca is somewhat overshadowed by its flashier and more famous neighbours Ibiza and Mallorca. But this compact slice of paradise which lies off the coast of Spain in the Med is a Balearic jewel, too, and a great getaway for families, couples and singles.

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Lanzarote - Part 1

Playa de Puerto Muelas Lanzarote

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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Greeks Islands Proving Popular

The Ancient Temple of Apollo, Rhodes City, Greece

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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More To Ibiza Than Clubbing

Ibiza harbour

Ibiza is a place where the club scene is nothing short of legendary. But beyond the nightlife, Ibiza sizzles during the languid summer days with sublime beaches, hippie charm, and nature's beauty. The locals are hospitable with long held artistic traditions and inventive culinary skills. In short, Ibiza is much more than the party capital of Europe and has fast become a favourite holiday vacation for families and couples, too.

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Blue Flag Beaches

A Blue Flag, awarded to the cleanest beaches

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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Palma Part 2

View of Puerto Soller, Mallorca

Despite so many opportunities to relax here, Palma also is a city that encourages activity and exploration. Main tourist beaches offer a range of activities such as volleyball, windsurfing, water and jet skiing.

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Bodrum Ballet Festival

Bodrum Castle

The 7th Bodrum Ballet Festival is scheduled to take place in August this year, with the historical Bodrum Castle being the main venue.

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Music Towers above Palma

Bellver Castle, Palma De Mallorca

The towering Bellver Castle, situated in the woods high above the city of Palma in Mallorca, is home to an annual music festival during July.

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Extra Flights to Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura beach

FlyThomasCook have announced an additional weekly flight to extend the existing offerings to three flights per week between Manchester and Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands.

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Extra Flights to Lanzarote

Panoramic View of La Graciosa, North of Lanzarote

Extra flights have been added to the schedules at FlyThomasCook which bring greater flexibility for passengers travelling to the island of Lanzarote from Manchester, East Midlands and Gatwick.

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Lanzarote Festival in Arrecife

A View of Arrecife City

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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Peaceful Menorca

Menorca Beach

Menorca is often quoted as being preferred over Mallorca as a holiday destination for Spanish tourists and it may be the quieter, more relaxed feel of its resorts that attracts them. Certainly Menorca is a great place for a family holiday.

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Canaries Jazz Festival

Aerial view of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Starting on the 3rd of July 2009, the 18th Canaries Jazz Festival kicks off with performances on Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Lanzarote. Acts from all over the world are playing during the week long festival and on the second day concerts are taking place on 4 different islands in the group.

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Extra Flights to Lanzarote

Bird over sand beach in Lanzarote

FlyThomasCook will add a new Tuesday flight to its Manchester - Arrecife route that, together with the existing Thursday and Sunday flights, will bring more choice and additional flexibility for people flying to the island of Lanzarote. The additional flight will operate from 4th August until 27th October 2009 inclusively.

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Paphos venue for celebration of Drama

Amphitheatre in Kourion

The festival is being organised by the Cyprus Centre of International Theatre, which was founded in 1977 to promote theatre on the island. During the month of July eight different theatre groups will be welcomed to the island with performances taking place at venues in Paphos, Limassol and Nicosia. Prices for each performance are 17 Euros.

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Swim in Style on Tenerife

Cactus Garden by Cesar Manrique

The Canary Islands are rightly proud of their residents and one of them, artist Cesar Manrique, has left a distinct impression on many of the islands but particularly on his home of Lanzarote. Manrique was sadly killed in a car accident in 1992 but his life on the islands has left behind many legacies.

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Bodrum Comes Alive at Night

Sunset at Bodrum Castle

Holidays in Turkey are certainly increasingly popular with some remarkable beaches, luxury resorts and a spectacular coastline that changes from developed tourist destination to isolated countryside at the turn of a peninsula. At the western end of the south coast, between the Gulfs of Gulluk and Gokova, lies the city of Bodrum. Although it is surrounded by a varied choice of smaller holiday resorts, Bodrum itself is a popular location that offers an eclectic mix of ancient culture, indulgence in luxury and exciting modern trends. By day Bodrum revolves around two attractive bays, a busy marina full of luxury yachts, an ancient castle and long, palm-shaded promenades. By night in Bodrum comes alive with hundreds of bars and restaurants, outdoor socialising and some of Europe's most exciting nightclubs.

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Jazz in Mallorca

City Walls in Alcudia

There are now several annual jazz festivals held on the island, and a permanent jazz club has found a home in the Hotel Saratoga, a four star hotel in the centre of Palma with views over the harbour area. The hotel hosts the Blue Jazz Club where artists play in the seventh floor bar every Thursday, Friday and Saturday during the season. The venue is perfect for some summer evening jazz as it offers outdoor areas with spectacular views over the bay and city.

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Majorca aims for Safer Beaches

La Calobra in Mallorca

Having spent half a million Euros on a campaign to improve beach safety, the regional Government of Majorca is asking local coastal councils to play their part. The problem of jellyfish, which some are expecting to find their way closer to the shore this year, is receiving additional attention. The authorities are hoping to implement a type of early warning system, where anyone making sightings out at sea is being encouraged to contact the emergency authorities on the island, who will communicate with local beach management teams to provide warnings for holidaymakers.

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Nadal Supports Tourism in Mallorca

Landscape from Mallorca

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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Additional Sports Facilities in Lanzarote

Wave Crashing in Lanzarote

Club La Santa in Lanzarote is regarded by many as one of the best sports resorts in Europe. It certainly has plenty to offer in terms of facilities and the mild winter climate helps to attract thousands of sports people to the island throughout the year. The club first opened in 1983 and has grown in stature and size consistently ever since, however a recent issue has brought a temporary halt to development work aimed at expanding facilities.

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Smoking Ban in Greece brought forward

Heraklion Port in Crete

The Greek islands of Rhodes, Crete and Zante are among many holiday destinations in Greece that will benefit from the smoking ban that is being brought forward to July 1st 2009 from its original introduction date of January 1st 2010. With smoking banned in public places across much of Europe already, Greece is one of a few countries yet to introduce the legislation that bans smoking in public places like restaurants, hotels and cafes. The fact that smoking is still allowed in these places at the moment comes as a surprise to many visitors of holiday destinations in Greece and has been seen as a significant disadvantage by tourist authorities.

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Expansion of Tram network in Tenerife

Roundabout in Tenerife

Santa Cruz, the capital of Tenerife, got its second tramline route this weekend when operator Tranvia opened an additional link to its network in the city. The new line supplements the existing line by adding a route between the areas of Tincer and La Cuesta. On the opening day the company organised all kinds of events to celebrate the occasion and for the first two days of operation was offering free journeys for all passengers. The existing line runs for a distance of around 8 miles between La Laguna to Santa Cruz and the new line adds a further 2.5 miles of line between Tincer and La Cuesta.

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Fuerteventura - The Canary Islands - Part 2

Beach in Fuerteventura

Divers will be spoilt for choice here as Corralejo offers many diving sites for all diving levels to view vibrant fish, sea urchins and volcanic rocks.

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Lanzarote's Longest Day

Road through Lava Rock in Lanzarote

The island of Lanzarote is a great place to relax for many people, but on one long day in May there were plenty of people doing just the opposite. The Lanzarote Ironman triathlon is regarded by many as the toughest triathlon in the world. Besides having to contend with the huge distances and endurance challenges involved, athletes also have to battle against the unique conditions the island throws at them. These normally include the high temperatures and windy conditions that prevail on Lanzarote's volcanic landscape. There is very little in terms of vegetation when you get up onto the higher mountain roads on the island and the wind can feel relentlesss for a tired cyclist.

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Discover Ibiza

Landscape view of Ibiza

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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Fast Cars in Gran Canaria

Mountains and Sunset in Gran Canaria

The islands are no strangers to motorsport events as the larger Rally Islas Canarias takes place earlier in the year and usually attracts large crowds. As a nation the Spanish are great fans of all motor sports. Fernando Alonso is their top Formula One driver while Jorge Lorenzo, who was born in Palma de Mallorca, is a top Moto GP rider.

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Majorcan Monastery hosts Concerts

Historical Houses in Felanitx Majorca

The most prominent feature of the small town of Felanitx on the island of Mallorca is certainly an imposing one. Felanitx is a thriving town in the south of the island, 12 miles north east of Palma but perched on the top of a 510m high hill on the outskirts of the town is the stunning Monastery of Sant Salvador.

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Palma de Mallorca - Balearics - Part 1

Malloeca Cathedral

An intoxicating coastline of white sandy beaches plus top restaurants and clubs, Palma is a mecca for the traveller who appreciates the very best of everything. The capital of the Balearic Islands, Palma is upmarket, eternally chic, and perfectly suited for walking as it's compact and navigable for pedestrians.

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Fuerteventura - The Canary Islands - Part 1

Windmill in Fuerteventura

With a lush and dramatic landscape and so much to do both on sea and land, Fuerteventura possesses riches to attract both the budget and discriminating traveller all year round.

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Jellyfish clean up in Majorca

Sun umbrellas on the beach in Mallorca Spain

During the months of July and August sixteen trawlers will monitor the coastlines around Majorca and the other islands in the Balearics looking for and catching jellyfish. The creatures tend to move into warmer waters during this time of year and can be swept up onto beaches by onshore winds. By catching any shoals that are close to the shoreline the authorities predict that the threat will be reduced and therefore improve the holiday experience for visitors to the islands.

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Canaries come to Chelsea

Bird of Paradise Flower in Tenerife

Keen to showcase the natural and raw beauty of the their islands, the Canary Islands Tourist Board has sponsored a garden at this year's Chelsea Flower Show. The tourist board responsible for promoting the Canary Island Archipelago is working hard to maintain the strong ties between the island group and visitors from the UK. Tourists from the UK have always formed the majority of visitors to the seven Spanish islands located off the North African coast which include Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura.

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Whale watching in Fuerteventura

Sperm Whale Skeleton in Fuerteventura

It is possible to see the occasional dolphin or basking shark in UK coastal waters, particularly off the Cornish coast, but if you are looking for bigger creatures such as Minke whales, Sperm whales or Blue whales then Fuerteventura is only a four hour flight from the UK.

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Plans Announced for Canaries Celebration Day

Beach

A varied mix of over forty events are planned across the seven islands, featuring cultural performances of music, film and theatre, sporting competitions and traditional celebrations.

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Peaceful Menorca

Beach in Menorca

The Balearic island of Menorca is often overshadowed by its larger neighbour Mallorca, but there are some wonderful places here that have remained largely unknown to many. Menorca is often quoted as being preferred over Mallorca as a holiday destination for Spanish tourists and it may be the quieter, more relaxed feel of its resorts that attracts them. Certainly Menorca is a great place for a family holiday.

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Tenerife Gears up for Musical Summer

Rod Stewart in Concert

The Rod Stewart concert, on the 16th May, is expected to be the biggest of the 3 main rock and pop events to come to Tenerife over the summer and the organisers have chosen to put on the outdoor concert at the Golf Costa Adeje resort in order to cater for the demand expected. This is easily the biggest concert to come to the island since Sir Elton John played to 20,000 people there in January 2008.

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Lanzarote plays host to Sporting Ironmen and Women

Ironman Competition

The Lanzarote Ironman event has taken place annually for the past 17 years and has become one of the premier races on the world triathlon calendar. Competitors face a 3.8km sea swim, followed by a 180km bike leg looping around the island's volcanic terrain and finally a gruelling marathon distance run around 4 laps of a course at Puerto del Carmen.

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Street Skating comes to Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria Beach

The streets and squares of Las Palmas in Gran Canaria are preparing to welcome the world's best freestyle skaters as the first round of the 2009 World Cup Series for the sport comes to the island in the middle of May.

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Find the Wildlife in Fuerteventura

The Coast of Fuerteventura

The island of Fuerteventura in the Canaries has its own unique mix of wildlife dictated largely by its climate. The weather is rarely cold on Fuerteventura and warm dry days are the norm almost all year round. It is because of this that the island has a very limited number of animals living wild. There is however a zoo on the island at Oasis Park that is home to 200 species but hardly any are native to the island.

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New Water Park in Tenerife

Water splash

The opening of the Siam Park water complex was certainly long awaited. Construction started back in 2004 on what is reputed to be the biggest water park in Europe, but delays and construction problems delayed the opening by 16 months.

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Tenerife High Point

Cable car to Mount Teide

Mount Teide in Tenerife is the spectacular high point of the island. In fact, as well as being the highest point of the Canary Islands, it is also the highest mountain in the whole of Spain which is all the more remarkable when you consider that Spain is also home to the Pyrenees. In the Pyrenees, which strech from the Atlantic coast across to the Mediteranean between France and Spain, there are almost fifty peaks higher than 3000m but none are as high as the 3718m peak of Mount Teide.

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The Perfect Golf Holiday

golf in the sun

Just imagine all the ingredients required for a perfect golf holiday coming together nicely.

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The Old Train to Soller in Mallorca

train to soller

If your holiday to Mallorca needs to include more than just endless lazy days relaxing on the beach then the island has plenty to offer those willing to explore the island. Mallorca has dramatic coastal scenery but inland the Tramuntana mountains provide a completely different geography. Almost one hundred years ago a railway line was built to link the capital Palma with the town of Soller in the north west of the island. The purpose of the 27 kilometer line was to ease the commercial development of the Soller area as previously the only way to reach the capital was the long journey over difficult mountain terrain.

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Celebrate the New Vintage in Andalucia

Wine in Andalucia

For wine regions around the world the harvesting of a new vintage is the most important period of the year and many, including the Spanish region of Andalucia, celebrate with a range of traditional festivals.

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