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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Every year in October, a festival locally known as the Bodrum Cup is held to celebrate one of the Turkish city's most notable products, the "gulet", a kind of small, wooden yacht that is still made there today. Although the festival is becoming increasingly popular with travellers keen to see local colour and something truly out of the ordinary, it is nonetheless surprisingly economical to get flights to Bodrum in October and catch a little winter sun. So join the sailing enthusiasts, artists and travel photographers who head for the festival in droves every year, and go and see this singular event for yourself.

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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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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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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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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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The capital of Kefalonia is Argostoli and it is located on a peninsular within a working port that is very busy. The port is busy with freight ships, private yachts and also ferries that operate three hundred and sixty five days. This area is home to some Venetian buildings, however there used to be a lot more but they were damaged by an earthquake during 1953. Nowadays the town has a modern feel. The main attractions within the area are located close to the central plaza in Argostoli. There is a vast number of flights to Kefalonia therefore it is possible to rely on air transport.

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Hurghada has witnessed a sea change in the past decade because of the immense development carried out by the citizens and the state. The town today consists of over 200 hotels coupled with an enjoyable nightlife. Planning a trip would require you to book flights to Hurghada just a few weeks before. The town attracts numerous tourists and has that perfect climate for a great holiday experience. This Red Sea destination has neither an off season nor an on season. Considering the Red Sea you can hope to get a good glimpse of fishes and coral reefs at the Red Sea Aquarium.

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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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Larnaca is known widely for its monasteries, churches, dive centers and beaches. It is best to book your flights to Larnaca much in advance as it is a popular holiday destination for many. If you are out on a vacation with your family then you will definitely enjoy the various activities around the town such as horse riding and sailing. Horse riding is carried out at Oroklini and Dhekelia. Sailing trips can be started right from the marina where you can select from 400 yachts. If you know sailing then you could hire a yacht or a catamaran to spend an evening in the ocean. The Zenobia is known to be one of the best diving wrecks at Larnaca Bay. If you are keen on some historical past of Larnaca then probably the Pierides Foundation Museum would be a good choice where you can spend a day to go through various artifacts showcased over here.

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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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The Bodrum Cup is a grand event held every year since 1989. It is organized usually in the third week every October. The event gives a chance to all the sailing enthusiasts to sail through Turkeys incredibly exciting south western waters which mark the intersection of the Aegean and the Mediterranean Sea. To begin with, you will have to reach Bodrum in Turkey. There are several flights to Bodrum from different parts of the world. For instance, if you are located anywhere in the United States then you can fly via Turkish Airlines to directly reach Bodrum.

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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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This is the known haven by the ancient times of history as Kition. This particular cocoon of paradise paraded all sorts and kinds of ruins from Neolithic periods then onwards. This is a place of prominent museums that enjoyed historical structures by people said to be the gateway of Cyprus, Larnaca.

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At the end of August, the European Poker tour comes once more to the purpose-built marina resort complex of Vilamoura, on Portugal's stunning Algarve coast.

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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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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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In the south, the tiny village of Fiskardo is a wonderful place to stay, with its Venetian lighthouse welcoming ships and boats in its pretty port. Fiskardo was founded by a French crusader back in the 11th century. The Venetian theme is carried through the houses on the waterfront here as they have lots of Venetian architectural touches. The town centre is pedestrianised and there is a maze of alleys to investigate, with local shops and stores to explore.

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If you are visiting one of the resorts on the Algarve this summer, then in addition to the usual cultural events, an array of sporting competitions is planned for both spectators and amateur participants. Resorts like Faro, Portimao, Vilamoura and Tavira are all close to the sporting events for 2010.

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A consortium that was recently awarded the contract to design, build and operate a new marina complex at Larnaca in Cyprus will have to wait a little longer to find out if the decision that went in their favour still holds. The two companies who also competed for the project during the tendering process have had their complaints upheld and the review procedure must be done again. Work on the development is due to start at the end of this year for a planned completion date in 2013.

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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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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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Winter sun tourists quite often focus their attention on the popular resorts of the Canary Islands, the Red Sea beach resorts of Egypt or the slightly longer flight to the hotter climate of The Gambia. But there are also some nearer resorts like the island of Malta and the Monastir area of Tunisia that can also provide the sun and sand that many yearn for at this time of year.

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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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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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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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The small island of La Gomera, one of the less well known of the Canaries that lies just off the west coast of Tenerife, is the start point for a rowing challenge that calls itself the 'World's Toughest Rowing Race'.

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Sunny weather and a fresh breeze treated competitors and spectators to a spectacular start of the 2009 ARC Sailing event in Gran Canaria.

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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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Malta's annual Rolex Middle Sea Yacht Race set sail from Valletta on the 17th of October 2009. Around 80 yachts took part in this year's 600 mile race. The excitement and buzz that surrounds international yacht racing came to the harbour at Valletta and the start and finish celebrations were a wonderful spectacle for anyone on Malta during the week of the race.

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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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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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Incredibly picturesque and utterly laidback, Kefalonia is the largest of the Ionian Islands in western Greece. With it's ruggedly beautiful topography, fine sand beaches, and gorgeous sunsets, Kefalonia is easily one of the most ravishing islands in the Med. Although it welcomes tourists warmly, it is conversely, one of the least touristy places in all of Greece.

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The town of Polis lies 20miles north of Paphos in the north west of Cyprus. It is a popular town with visitors to the island and the local community provides an interesting selection of artistic and cultural events for tourists to enjoy during there stay in the area.

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Puerto Mogan,Gran Canaria became known as "Little Venice" when the water channels running beneath buildings between the marina, harbour and beach were highlighted in an advertising campaign. The marina area of the resort was built on reclaimed land during the 1980's and was developed on a principal of low level, low density housing in order to maintain the original charm of this once small fishing village. The beach area of the town, Playa de Mogan, has also seen numerous improvements including the importation of clean white sand from the Sahara and new pedestrian areas behind the beach.

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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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A consortium that was recently awarded the contract to design, build and operate a new marina complex at Larnaca in Cyprus will have to wait a little longer to find out if the decision that went in their favour still holds. The two companies who also competed for the project during the tendering process have had their complaints upheld and the review procedure must be done again. Work on the development is due to start at the end of this year for a planned completion date in 2013.

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The sailing industry forms a large and important part of the travel economy on the southern coast of Turkey. The towns of Bodrum, Dalaman, Marmaris and Antalya are all dependent on the trade generated by large cruise ships, coastal cruise companies and private yacht owners. Supporting and developing this part of the travel sector has been a compromise between conservation and improving facilities. One company that has been responsible for two recent marina developments is about to start a third new project in the port of Dalaman.

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Situated on the Algarve coast between Lagos and Faro, the town of Portimao is no stranger to high adrenalin sports events. Kitesurfing, motorcycling and powerboat racing have all used the location on the southern coast of Portugal for professional calibre competitions.

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With an abundance of ancient ruins, rich cultural traditions and panoramic beaches, Larnaca is an irresistable holiday destination. Holidaying in Larnaca means never having to choose between a beach vacation and a cultural experience because Larnaca is blessed with both: truly magnificent beaches and some of the ancient world's most riveting historical sites.

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The imposing crusader Castle of St Peter sits atop this Turkish city while yachts quietly hum in the ancient harbor below which spans not one but two crescent shaped bays. Bodrum has long been a tourist magnet for its heady mix of east and west. But there are still unspoilt parts of this Mediterranean jewel just waiting to be discovered.

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In 2007 the orgainsers claim to have hosted the biggest ever collection of superyachts in a single regatta, when over 50 yachts took part in the Cup. This year the competition village moves to the Muelle Viejo marina in the centre of Palma and the organisers are expecting another big entry.

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The Turkish resort of Marmaris has used its special location on the coast to become a central hub of tourism, but just along the coast there are many more secrets to uncover.

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