People jet out to Majorca from all over Europe and beyond to explore its quaint towns and villages. However, if you’re looking for something more active during your stay, this Balearic Island is packed with opportunities for adventure, especially at some of its diving sites. There are around 70 different dive sites offering wreck and cavern dive … [Read more...]
Home Away From Home on the Costa del Sol – CLC World Free Holiday
Just over a week ago, I returned from a complimentary vacation on the Costa del Sol. I'd been invited to stay at the Santa Cruz Suites, which form part of California Beach Resort at Club La Costa World in Fuengirola. A resort holiday isn't my usual scene - mainly because I usually travel solo - but I decided to take them up on their offer as it … [Read more...]
Adventurous Things to do in Fuengirola
Fuengirola is a city on the Costa del Sol about midway between Málaga and Marbella. This southern part of Spain, known as Andalusia, is an interesting place steeped in history. It was the filming location of many a spaghetti western back in the mid-1960s, claims to export more olives, oranges and avocados than anywhere else in the world, and … [Read more...]
10 Things to do in Tenerife: An Active List
Tenerife is the largest and most populated of the Canary Islands. About 5 million people visit each year, making it one of the most important tourist destinations in the world. Thanks to its warm weather, many holiday makers return year on year to indulge in all-inclusive resort breaks. While this is by no means a bad way to spend your hard-earned … [Read more...]
Scuba Diving in Tenerife: Rays and Wrecks
If someone mentioned the Canary Islands, you'd be forgiven for associating them with package holidays and booze-fuelled shenanigans. It might come as a surprise, then, to learn that scuba diving in Tenerife is kind of a big deal. Boats in the channel between southwest Tenerife and La Gomera frequently spot bottlenose dolphins and pilot whales, and … [Read more...]
Hop On Board the Barcelona Boat Party!
You're not short of things to do in Barcelona, but if you can spare the time, it's definitely worth getting yourself on a boat. Barcelona boat parties are a great way to meet other travellers, plus you get to enjoy unlimited beverages and fantastic views as you sail along the coast in a two-storey catamaran. From April to September, boats depart … [Read more...]
One Day in Barcelona on a Budget
Barcelona is an intriguing city with a rich cultural heritage spanning many centuries. This is reflected by the diverse range of architectural influences, as well as the way in which it has made a name for itself as a world leader in the fields of art, science, fashion, commerce, education, entertainment and media, to name just a few. Today, it's a … [Read more...]
Where to Stay in Barcelona: How About a Castle?
Deciding where to stay in Barcelona isn't easy. Accommodation can be quite pricey, with even hostels setting you back around €20 a night for a crowded dorm room with cramped shower facilities. When you're spending a decent proportion of your holiday savings on a temporary bed, you want to make sure it's somewhere great - a place you'll remember … [Read more...]
Haro Wine Fight: the World’s Best Festival?
Most of us - when asked to name a Spanish festival - could quite easily list the top favourites. Running of the Bulls makes our news channels most years because some unfortunate soul has been gored by a bull horn; La Tomatina evokes images of people packed in a narrow street covered in tomato juice; and BBK never fails to deliver an excellent line … [Read more...]
#NoFilter Madrid
When I was invited by London City Airport to take part in its #NoFilter project, I jumped at the chance, because I'm a big fan of taking photographs and resisting the urge to tamper with them. Instagram certainly has the ability to enhance your photos, but a lot of people are falling into the trap of taking photo editing a step too far and … [Read more...]
