Julietta Henderson

Playa de las Américas

A Worry Free Stay at Playa de Las Américas

You’re always on the lookout for a great destination for a boys’ weekend, right? Well here’s one that’s not exactly the world’s best-kept secret: Playa de Las Américas, on Tenerife’s southwest coast. Ring any bells? The reason this part of the world is so popular can be boiled down to two things: the amazing beaches and the exceptional weather. There are six fabulous beaches from which to choose, so, not-so-strangely, much of your time will be occupied on, in or above the water… Don’t worry, be happy – there’s plenty to do on your boys’ weekend away! Big Boys’ Beach

Playa del Inglés

The Ultimate Boys’ Holiday at Playa del Inglés

Playa del Inglés, on the southern tip of Gran Canaria, may not have the glamorous reputation of some of the resorts of, let’s say, Ibiza, but here’s something those in the know know: it parties just as hard, the beaches are every bit as good and it’s just as fabulous for a boys only holiday! As one of Europe’s biggest resorts, while the main attraction is, of course, the beach (oh, that big beautiful beach), it’s getting quite the reputation as a clubbers’ paradise, with some big name clubs and international DJs attracting hordes of partygoers. But a summer break

San Antonio

Experience the Craziness of San Antonio With Your Mates

“Whoa-oh, we’re going to Ibiza…” It’s virtually impossible to mention the name Ibiza without the famous tune coming into your head and putting a great big smile on your face, isn’t it? And that smile is there to stay if you really are going on a boys’ break to Ibiza! So, if this dream-come-true holiday actually is coming true, you’ll have a pretty big first decision to make: which resort will you choose? Glad you asked. San Antonio (or to give it its official name: Sant Antoni de Portmany) is a party hotspot, so if you’re up for some fun,

Sunny Beach

A Magic ‘Mates’ Break’ to Sunny Beach, Bulgaria

Boys, boys, boys… It’s that time of the year again. Time to start the long and delicate process of negotiations to convince your wife, girlfriend, kids, mother or boss that you’re perfectly capable of heading abroad with your mates for a relaxing few days in the sun without: a) spending six weeks’ wages shouting 300 strangers tequila jelly shots in the beach bar; b) drinking yourself into the next edition of Ripley’s Believe It or Not; c) waking up with amnesia in a foreign jail cell wearing a Spiderman costume and sporting a new tattoo of Beyoncé on your chest;

Novalja

Hit the Water on a Mates’ Break to Novalja

Novalja: hard to say, easy to love! If you’ve never heard of Novalja (that’s pronounced Nov-al-i-a, see, not that hard really) it’s about time you did. This fantastic little town on the Croatian island of Pag punches way above its weight in terms of atmosphere – not for nothing has it earned the nickname of the ‘Croatian Ibiza’. Just across the Adriatic from Italy, it’s fast becoming an international favourite, so get on board! While after dark Novalja is all about the beers and beats, boys will be boys – and what boys want most on their summer escape is

Kavos

Lads Lolz in Kavos

If you’ve seen the TV series “What Happens in Kavos”, you’ll know this lively resort in the south of Corfu, Greece is one destination that’s not for the fainthearted. If you’re not willing to party hard you’ll fall by the wayside, but it’s no secret that Kavos’ unreserved, unapologetic, party-hard atmosphere is exactly what the fun police ordered for the best boys’ getaway you’ve ever had! Aside from the nightlife and club culture, Kavos is one of the most activity-rich places on Corfu, because, even though it may seem so at times, a lads’ break is not all about beer,

Magaluf

A Mates-Only Getaway to Magaluf

Ahh Magaluf. This Spanish pocket rocket has achieved legendary status and it’s no secret as to why. Sun – tick, plenty of it; fun – tick, tick, in endless supply; and activities to keep you busy enough to deserve a few (or more) well-earned beers in the evening – tick, tick and triple tick! Magaluf is a favourite place for the lads to enjoy a bit of ‘Brits Abroad’ action and let their hair down (the nightlife strip Punta Balena can get pretty wild, in the best possible way!), but it’d be a pretty one-dimensional boys’ break if you didn’t

Malia

A Perfect Balance of Chill and Fun on a Mates’ Break in Malia

If you’re planning a mates’ break, it can be a hard ask to please everyone with the choice of destination. It’s a given that you want to choose a place you can really let your hair down (because how often do you get to go away just with the boys, and when might it ever happen again?), but you don’t want to arrive home like you’ve gone 10 rounds with a wrecking ball! Malia, on the Greek island of Crete, offers the perfect vibe. It’s Party Central in all the ways you want it to be (and yes, it deserves

Tarifa

The Top 5 Best Kitesurf Spots Near Tarifa

While some die-hard surfers reckon it isn’t the real thing unless you’ve got your toes on the nose, in-the-know adrenaline seekers agree that the increasingly popular sport of kitesurfing actually takes the thrills (and spills) to the next level. While it’s certainly not a sport for the faint-hearted, if you’re already an experienced surfer you’re halfway there with the skills needed. But getting the most out of the wind on a kiteboard definitely depends on finding the right location, with all the right conditions – and if you’re looking for the best tips you’ll get all year, here they come!

Torremolinos

Discover Torremolinos With Your Teens

If you’re holidaying with teenage children, you’ve probably outgrown the “are we theeeerrre yet?” stage, but there’ll be no resting on your laurels because it’s more than likely been replaced with “but what is there to doooooo?” Good news! Torremolinos, on Spain’s sun-soaked Costa del Sol, has all the answers for an active, adventure filled family holiday that will definitely get the tough talking teenager seal of approval! Family Fun that’s Second to None!  The seafront promenade is a world of fun in itself. Six beautiful beaches make up the 7km coastal strip, and even if there weren’t some of

Cannes

Luxury Shopping in Cannes

Attracting some of the wealthiest people in the world, the gentrified ambience of Cannes is backed up by its luxury accommodation, fine dining restaurants, and the ubiquitous designer shopping. The town is a popular stopover on European cruise itineraries, with passengers disembarking to take the opportunity to spend a day exploring and shopping. A true slice of Parisian elegance and opulence on the Côte d’Azur, Cannes keeps in well-heeled step with the most sought after high-end retail shopping districts in the world. A Mini Mecca of Luxury Shopping The compact centre of town makes it perfect for a short stopover,

Ibiza

Bronze Your Bod on Ibiza’s Big, Beautiful Beaches

When you were partying like it was 1999 (back in 1999), the Vengaboys were giving it all that about ‘Going to Ibiza’. Turns out they were smarter than they looked because it’s still the most legendary place in Europe to cut loose on a boozy summer getaway. And when somebody says ‘boys’ weekend’, the right answer is ‘Ibiza, baby’. So… Ibiza Baby! You’ll no doubt get all the suggestions you need on the best nightlife, but there are other things to do apart from drinking and dancing all night (shock, horror). But we’re not going to get all cultural and

Barcelona

One Day in Barcelona – A Tasty Slice of Culture

If you’ve got a stopover in Barcelona on your cruise itinerary, you may be wondering how you’re going to do it justice in the space of just 24 hours. Surely it’s impossible to get a true sense of this culturally vibrant city in such a short time? While obviously you won’t be able to experience everything, the beauty is that so much of Barcelona’s charm is evidenced in the architecture, art, culture and lifestyle that you’ll encounter it by simply showing up. Tip: Getting around is simple on the city’s excellent public transport. The metro and trams cover everywhere you’ll

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