No matter which way you approach the Costa Blanca, you will have a good time. Come from the south, and you will first encounter the beautiful towns of Pilar de la Horadada or Torrevieja. These towns are the southernmost ones of the Alicante Province, which straddles the Mediterranean Coast of Spain. They, in turn, are a part of the Community of Valencia. If you have brushed up on your Spanish, you will recognize that Costa Blanca means "White Coast", and nothing could be more true. This section of the Spanish Mediterranean is awash in white: white sugar sand beaches, buildings that look like they were washed to pure white, and of course, the white sun, bathing all of it. Villas such as Guardamar, Javea, Altea, Benidorm, Torrevieja, Moraira and Alicante are the white jewels that surround … [Read more...]
10 tips for selecting the perfect Costa Rica vacation rental
Planning a Tropical vacation full of lush jungles, secluded beaches, and friendly people but not too expensive? Costa Rica is the place to go! But where do you stay, a resort or a private villa? Do you want long lines, crowded pools, kids running up and down the corridors? I think not. Selecting the best Costa Rica vacation rental can be the difference between a great vacation and one where you feel like you are ‘doing without’. Many vacationers consider the Costa Rica vacation rental as ‘just somewhere to stay’ since most of your time will be spent in or on the water, or enjoying local attractions. Don’t make that mistake. There is no reason to settle for less when, with a little planning, you can find a great Costa Rica vacation rental that you’ll enjoy as much or more than the other … [Read more...]
Your Perfect Winter Vacation Spot – Eilat, The Capital of the Red Sea
We save hard-earned money so that when winter comes, we can take the perfect vacation to a warmer climate. Trying to decide where to go can be frustrating and yet, we know that once we decide, we can look forward to the extra rest and relaxation.One of the most ideal places for a winter vacation is Eilat. Situated in the southernmost part of Israel, this town of about 55,000 people is often referred to as the "window on the Red Sea". It is isolated from the rest of Israel by the Negev Desert and is sprawled right along the coast of the Red Sea. People come from all over the world to enjoy the awesome temperatures and relaxing climate.Eilat is filled with history dating back to Biblical times. Eilat is first mentioned in the book of Exodus in the Bible and during the time of Abraham, we … [Read more...]
Benidorm For A Perfect Vacation Spot
Property in the Alicante region have become extremely popular in recent years. It is no wonder, since the city is close to the most popular areas of the Costa Blanca, and travel in and out of Alicante airport is very convenient. There are flights to many destinations from the Alicante airport, so visitors and homeowners can travel to this city easily. There has been a surge of holiday home purchases by northern Europeans. It is a great place to own a vacation home, since travel there is so easy, people can hop a flight and take a short vacation; there are many discount airlines operating flights, so the rates can be very reasonable. Alicante, the second largest city in Valencia Province has been undergoing a resurgence due to this holiday home buying. The beautiful homes being … [Read more...]
Prague – The Perfect Vacation Spot
Prague is not strange to the tourism world. Featured in many movies including the new "James Bond" movie "Casino Royale", Prague is the best tourist attraction with many historic tourist spots such as the Prague Castle which was built in the early 9th century. There is no scarcity for historic views in Prague. In addition to the Prague castle, some of the other historic spots are the Old Town churches, the Jewish Quarter and the Estates Theater. Surveys indicate that Prague is ranked the sixth main attraction in the whole of Europe. You will be well aware of the fact that Prague has been the center of Politics for more than 1000 years now and hence this place is rich of history. The Places Of Attraction Though there are countless numbers of places of tourist interest, there are a few spots … [Read more...]
The Perfect Exotic Vacation Spot for Christmas Holidays
"Cork is the second largest city in the Republic of Ireland after Dublin. The city is located in the province of Munster and lies on the banks of the River Lee. Cork City has a population of 275,000 inhabitants. Cork is also one of the 32 counties of Ireland and is in fact the largest county in Ireland. Cork city has a great reputation for its’ friendly people and is home to Murphy’s Irish Stout, the Guinness Jazz Festival, famous ex Irish footballer Roy Keane amongst other things. For anyone visiting Ireland for the first time no visit is complete without visiting County Cork. The city boasts some excellent accommodation that caters for all a travelers needs. However hotels in Cork in particular have garnished a fine reputation over the years. Due to its’ location in the South West … [Read more...]
A Perfect Vacation Spot Year Round
For most people they love to travel during the summer and hit the beaches, boating, hiking, camping, picnics and all of the fun things that people do during the summer. Often times people will plan family reunions during the summer and look for that perfect place to take the whole family for a nice reunion where they can spend quality time together. Then there are those that love the winter months and find that it is easier to get time off of work in the winter due to not as many people traveling in the winter months. You might want to find a place that you can take your family and escape everything, get some skiing in and then have a nice warm cabin to go to that is just you and your family. Maybe you are looking for that perfect get away for just you and your spouse. Are you looking for … [Read more...]
Singapore – a Perfect Vacation Spot With Affordable Singapore Hotels
Singapore offers perfect vacation spot for stressed out professionals of the modern world. You can relax in the quite surroundings amongst exotic vegetation unique to the place. Recently, many Singapore hotels have been in limelight for their luxury and attractive services at very competitive and affordable prices to the tourists.Apart from being one of the busiest business spots, Singapore is also renowned for its parks and botanical gardens. National Orchid Garden has a remarkable collection of orchid. You can see more than 3000 orchid species in this well maintained garden. Some of these species are native to Singapore. Singapore is situated at the south eastern tip of the Asian continent. It shares its borders with Indonesia and Malaysia. Singapore is connected with Malaysia through a … [Read more...]
Popular Vacation Spots That are Perfect for the Holidays
Many people get time off over the holidays, and they want to make the most of that time. There are plenty of places where you can spend the holidays enjoying a lovely vacation. Disneyland and Disney World are among the busiest places on holidays, including Christmas day. People of all ages find the magic kingdoms to be a delightful place to make memories for the holidays with their entire family. Since Thanksgiving falls on a Thursday, many people find themselves with a four or five day weekend over that period of time. Going to Las Vegas is a great place to spend this holiday as it is always alive with action 24 hours per day. You will also find plenty of restaurants in Las Vegas that offer you the best Thanksgiving Day meal you have ever been a part of. Las Vegas is also one … [Read more...]
CRUISE HOLIDAY: PERFECT VACATION IDEA FOR PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED
If you are anxious to go out on vacation especially on a cruise as you feel it would be uncomfortable for your family member or friends who are physically challenged, get off all your worries. As it is not such a hassle nowadays, since recent cruise ships understand the various amendments needed for them, especially wheelchair users. The cabins are now simply accessible, with wider doors and ramps when needed. Preferring space arrangements in a dining area may also be requested to bestow a comfortable dining experience. If someone in your family uses wheelchair and you forecast to go on a cruise, you first needed to call your tour manager or the cruise liner management and inform them of your state and your preferences. This guarantees that they are aware of your needs before … [Read more...]
