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Chill in Calpe: A Cool, Collected Spanish Holiday

If you’re looking to get away for a little Spanish sizzle without being overrun by crowds, Calpe, on the beautiful Costa Blanca, offers the perfect balance of relaxation, natural beauty and authentic laidback culture. It’s possible you’ve never heard of it, but it’s a pretty safe bet you’ve heard of its most famous geological feature – the Rock of Ifach. Ah yes, that place. Aside from the famous rock, this is actually one of the loveliest places on the Costa

Pick Puerto Pollença for History and Culture

Majorca has been a hugely popular tourist destination for many years, attracting travellers from all around the world with its warm weather and beautiful scenery. While this has of course led to a lot of development, with businesses keen to cater to the big tourist market, there are still places you can go to enjoy some island calm – places like Puerto Pollença. The first thing that strikes you about this small town on the island’s north side is how

Crazy in Corralejo: Adventures Fit for the Whole Family

With their wonderful weather and sparkling seas, the Canary Islands are a hugely popular holiday destination for tourists from all over. Perhaps the best of all these islands is Fuerteventura, the second largest and a real tourist favourite. Its name translates in English to ‘strong wind’, and it is sometimes known as ‘the island of eternal spring’ for its breezy, refreshing climate. It’s certainly warm in summer, but the Atlantic winds help keep the hot Saharan heat away. All this

The Best Beaches in Spain’s Huelva Region

Every parent knows the magic word when it comes to pleasing everyone on the annual family holiday: beach! If you’re looking for an all-round magic destination that delivers the best sandy bonanza under the Spanish sun, the beaches that can be found around the beautiful Huelva region have everything the entire brood needs and more. One thing you should understand before you go is that you’re going to be spoilt for choice along this gorgeous stretch of coastline, so it

Days Out with the Whole Brood in Benalmádena

Mention the words “Costa del Sol” and you’ll probably get a pretty good reaction from the family. It’s one of the most popular places in Spain for a family holiday, but with all the resorts, towns and beaches on offer, choosing exactly where you’re going to lay your buckets and beach towels can be tricky. Well, if you’re looking for fun, sun and a fantastic range of activities, beautiful Benalmádena could be your answer! This vibrant town is under half

A Relaxing Holiday in Malgrat de Mar

Perching on Spain’s Costa Brava in the northeast of the country and nestled between two of the region’s most popular resorts is the sparkling seaside jewel of Malgrat de Mar. It is an oasis of terracotta-roofed buildings and cobbled streets that wind down to golden beaches and an azure ocean. This gem of a resort is the perfect destination for those looking to rest and recharge in the Mediterranean sunshine. If you’re a history buff who likes to explore, spend

Wild on the Water: Aqua Activities in San Antonio, Ibiza

Ibiza isn’t just for partygoers, you know! In fact, the area of San Antonio is extremely popular with families, and it isn’t hard to see why. If your youngsters are keen to get wet and wild during their getaway, San Antonio’s aqua adventures are sure to please them. Read on to find out more about Ibiza’s family scene for adventure seekers and how you and the kids can get wild on the water. Scuba Diving What’s a holiday in Ibiza

Out and About with the Kids in Nerja

Everybody knows that Spain is a popular holiday destination for families, but few adventure-loving holidaymakers have ever thought to venture to Nerja. This beautiful, former fishing village has plenty on offer for youngsters and adults alike, including 16 kilometres of gorgeous sandy beach. Read on to learn more about the out-and-about adventures you and the kids could get up to on your next Nerja getaway. On the Water With so much sea and sand right at your fingertips, it’s impossible

The Best Local Eats and Drinks in Playa del Ingles

The Canary Islands are well established as a great tourist destination, winning praise for their easy-going culture, great hotels and wonderful climate. Towns like Playa del Ingles have rightfully earned reputations as the perfect place for a memorable summer getaway.  What’s less well known, though, is the unique food and drink available on the islands. An enticing blend of Mediterranean seafood, Spanish spices and a little local twist, Canarian cuisine is one of Europe’s hidden culinary gems. Read on for

Make the Best of 24 Hours in Benidorm

Benidorm is one of the most popular destinations in Europe for British holidaymakers looking for a sunny, fun-filled getaway. With nearly 100 years’ experience as a tourist town, including a sustained boom over the past few decades, there’s a staggering amount to see and do here. But there are plenty of articles to tell you that. Here, we’re going for something a bit more ambitious: a list of the very best of Benidorm, with tips to get through as much

A Serene Stay in Costa del Silencio

For travellers who enjoy holidays involving both adventuring and chilling out, a trip to Costa del Silencio should definitely be added to your bucket list. Perched on the southern tip of Tenerife, this peaceful paradise offers a myriad of attractions – still relatively unknown to tourists who often favour the more well-known destinations in the Canary Islands. Whatever you’re looking for on your getaway, you’re more than likely to find it here. Beach-lovers will enjoy kilometres of golden coastline, while

Sunny, Sandy Days and Bold, Boozy Nights in Puerto Banús

What rhymes with party on the Costa del Sol? Puerto Banús that’s what! Even if you have to use a little poetic licence to make that literally true, this buzzing little place is one of Spain’s most favoured resorts to let it all hang out in style. While it’s long been renowned as a playground of the rich and famous, don’t be fooled: there’s just as much going on for the real people as well. If you’re looking for somewhere

You Can Do Katmandu with the Whole Family

Looking for your next active family adventure abroad? Well, if you thought Kathmandu was out of your budget, think again. Full disclosure, you’re going to have to lose a letter and the place we’re talking about is not quite as exotic as Nepal, but Katmandu Park in beautiful Magaluf, Mallorca is way more fun for families and won’t give you altitude sickness! Magaluf has long been a family favourite holiday destination with a wealth of fun activities on offer and,

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