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May 29, 2009

Family vacation in Majorca

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Spain is a good country to travel with children of any age. In particular, babies and toddlers will be well received everywhere. Many sights and tourist attractions have discounts or free entry for children.

Bucht-von-Cala-Millor.jpgThe Balearic Island Majorca offers beautiful, fine sand bathing bays with gently sloping beaches. Particularly in the east and the north of Majorca you will find beaches for a perfect family vacation which are suitable for bathing and relaxation. The largest of the Balearic Islands is an ideal destination for a family vacation and offers interesting day trips. Majorca offers a wide range of family accommodations. The island has a good choice of accommodation from seaside apartments to fantastic Majorca family apartments.

strand118_DAK.jpgMallorca offers approx. 130 beaches. "Cala Agulla" is a beach in the northeast of Majorca, near Cala Ratjada. The beach is surrounded by a beautiful pinewood and offers a gently sloping beach. Another beautiful sand beach is "Cala Millor". The beach is the longest beach at the east coast. It is an ideal place for families with children, because the beach is hardly interrupted by stones and rocks. The promenade is car-free and decorated with palms, bushes and flowers. Many comfortable Majorca family hotels in Cala Millor invite to an overnight stay. On the web page of the Ibiza Majorca travel guide you will find useful information about Majorca, in order to guarantee that your vacation becomes unforgettable.

May 27, 2009

Santa Eulalia - A calm beach vacation

Santa%20Eulalia.jpgSanta Eulalia is a beautiful, calm and well-groomed bathing resort in Ibiza. The city welcomes its guests with a beautiful, miles long promenade, which is arranged with palms, lanterns and flowers and leads to the exclusive yachting port. Many sun places invite the guests to stay. In the opposite direction you arrive at the delta of the old river. Many beautiful Ibiza beach hotels in Santa Eulalia offer a comfortable Ibiza accommodation.

The city centre of Santa Eulalia offers many beautiful cafés and restaurants. On the hill "Puig de Missa" is situated the beautiful medieval church. You should absolutely visit the church during your beach vacation in Ibiza.

Outside of the city lies the fantastic golf course "Roca Llisa", which invites to a golf match under the sun of Spain.

grupotel santa eulalia.jpgIn close proximity are located 17 beaches. Among them is the beach "Cala Llenya". A 200 m long sand beach, with a calm ambience and a wide range of sport activities. The beach "Niu Blau" is approx. 100 m long. A torrent flows at "Niu Blau" in the sea and provides a spectacular landscape. The 4- stars Ibiza beach hotel "Grupotel Santa Eulalia" is situated near this beach, directly by the sea. It offers comfortable rooms and suites.

For further information please visit the Ibiza Majorca travel guide in web.

May 25, 2009

Beach vacations in Alcudia

Alcudia.jpgWould you like to relax on a beautiful, gently sloping beach? Are a good infrastructure and a wide range of sport activities important for you? Then you will feel absolutely fine in Alcudia! The long and fine sand beach is suitable for a perfect family vacation in Majorca. The beach in Alcudia is considered as one of the most beautiful in Majorca.


Alcudia city is probably the oldest city in Majorca. It is surrounded by a medieval wall and has two medieval city gates, which should be visit! Besides the beautiful marina is situated a fantastic shopping mile with nice restaurants and bars. In addition, Alcudia offers comfortable Majorca accommodations for families. Especially the Majorca family apartment "El Lago" offers comfortable family apartments. The outdoor complex includes a pool with a separate children's pool.





Alcudia is a good choice for families who like to spend a comfortable family vacation in Majorca. The city offers a wide range of outdoor activities for families, it provides excellent, family-friendly Majorca hotels in Alcudia and it has an excellent gastronomy with dishes for children.

May 21, 2009

The glassblowing process in Gordiola, Majorca

gordiola.jpgAre you interested in the art of the glassblowing? Then you are absolutely right in Majorca! Only a few kilometers away from Palma de Majorca is situated the glass blowing factory "Gordiola". Not only performances, but also a museum and a shop with glassblowing handcrafts are provided in "Gordiola".




Majorca hotels for art enthusiasts are provided on the hole island. Nice Majorca hotels and Majorca holiday homes offer a comfortable stay, e.g. the 3- stars Majorca beach hotel Aguabeach. This hotel is situated a few paces from the nearest beach in Palmanova.

Particulary in the summer, the glass blowing factory is visited by numerous groups. The products are characterised by delicate forms and extraordinary colors.


May 20, 2009

Copa del Rey 2009

copa del rey 2.jpgThe famous sailing- regatta „Copa del Rey", hosted by the royal yacht club "Real Club Náutico de Palma", takes place in the Bay of Palma from 25.07. - 08.08.2009. King Juan Carlos and other members of the Spanish Royal Family will attend the "Copa del Rey"- regatta.

The regatta started 26 year ago. Amateurs were sailing in the Bay of Palma; later the regatta became more and more popular. Today, beside amateurs and professionals, a lot of VIP's and starlets visit the big event.

When:
25.07. - 08.08.2009

Where:
Bay of Palma, Majorca

copa del rey 1.jpgMany sailing fans and sailors pilgrim each year to Majorca to celebrate this unique Event.
Many take their own boat and stay in one of the many marinas of Majorca. For all those, which do not have their own boat, on which they can sleep, could sleep in a comfortable Majorca accommodation. Many cheap Majorca hotels and Majorca vacation homes, like the hotel Majorca Alcudia Garden are available on the largest of the Balearic Islands.

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May 14, 2009

Myths and legends at "Es Vedra"

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Es Vedra is a stone's throw away from the southwest coast of Ibiza. It's a rock with an altitude of 382 m. The rock is surrounded by many myths and legends. For some the rock is the visible part of Atlantis. The island is a nature reserve and is uninhabited.


The tower "Torre del Pirata" offers a beautiful view of the island.The tower was build in 1763. It became famous by the novel "Los Muertos Mandan" written by Blasco IIbañez.





fiestadontoni.jpgThere are beautiful Ibiza hotels and Ibiza holiday homes on the island. The island offers Ibiza accommodations for each taste whether you would like to spend family vacation or rather you would like to make sporty active vacation. On the web page of Perfect Sun Travel you can find for example the comfortable Fiesta Club Don Toni hotel Ibiza. The air- conditioned 3- stars hotels lies just 50 m from the Playa d'en Bossa.


You will find many interesting information about Ibiza at the Ibiza Majorca Travel Guide in web. The Travel guide serves you with information about the gastronomy and the historical culture. You will find general information about Spain in the blog "Apartment Barcelona" and "Spain holiday".

May 12, 2009

Cap de Formentor Majorca

The peninsula Formentor is located in the northeast of Majorca. A long road (13,5 km) leads from Port de Pollença to Cap de Formentor. Many curves, steep cliffs and deep ravines are to be found along the road.


aussichtspunkt-cap-formentor.jpgThe hotel Majorca Barcelo Formentor is situated directly on the peninsula. The luxury 5- stars hotel in Majorca offers a fantastic panorama. One approximately 80,000 square meters park belongs to the hotel and ranks among one of the most beautiful parks in Spain.





ma38.jpgFor the natives Cap de Formentor is designated as the "Meeting places of the Winds". From the platform "Cami del Mirador" one has a beautiful view of the beautiful cliffy coast. Several observation decks are connected with stairs. A lighthouse, dated from 1862, is directly situated on Cap de Formentor.


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May 8, 2009

DRAGON CAVES "CUEVAS DEL DRACH"

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Majorca is renowned for its many caves and coves. One of Majorca's top tourism sights are the Dragon Caves in Porto Cristo. The Dragon Caves have one of the largest underground lakes in the world the "Martel Lake". Musicians are floating on boats or standing in the big auditorium and playing classical music.
It's absolutely fantastic! You have to see these caves while spending your Majorca holidays.

The stalagmites and tites are spectacular and cover the roof and base of the caves. The caves were first explored in 1896.

Address:
Carretera cuevas s/n
07680 Porto Cristo, Majorca
Phone: +34 971 820 753

Opening time:
01st April - 31st October 2009
Daily visits with concert
10 h, 11 h, 12 h, 14 h, 15 h, 16 h, 17 h

Duration:
approximately 1 hour

Prices:
Adults: 10,50 €
Children under 7: free

If you are interested in visiting the fantastic Dragon Caves, stay in a comfortable Hotel in Majorca. The Majorca Hotel Drach is a good choice when you would like to stay near the beach and not too far from the Dragon Caves.
900615.jpgOr you can stay e.g. in the beautiful Sol Romantica Hotel in Majorca. The hotel is located just 5 km from Porto Cristo. The hotel offers nice Majorca apartments with a fully equipped kitchen, a bathroom with shower and hairdryer.

You will find interesting Ibiza Majorca Tourism Information in web.

May 6, 2009

Hotel Ibiza Gran Hotel*****

1063737.jpgThe Ibiza Gran Hotel is situated in the exclusive area of Marina Botafoch in Ibiza. The 5- stars hotel is located near to the beach and near to the famous "Pacha" night club.



While spending the holiday in Ibiza the hotel is a fantastic choice for people who want to work out or indulge in the luxury of massages and facials. After a day full of activities you can spend some time in the marvellous spa and health centre. This Ibiza Hotel offers four different specialities: Open Fitness, Open Spa Experience, Open Aqua and Open Beauty. This services are subject to additional payment.


The beautiful junior suites are fully equipped with a king-size bed, a direct dial telephone, a satellite/cable TV, a hifi system, a minibar, a central heating, an air conditioning, a safe and a balcony or terrace. The bathroom facilities include a whirlpool, a separate shower with different massage settings, cabinets, a hairdryer and a telephone.





For more information about Ibiza please find an Ibiza Mallorca Travel Guide in web.

May 4, 2009

Menorca Travel Guide

Menorca holidays should include visits to the museums and cultural heritages of the Balearic Island.

Ciutadella

Casa - Museo del Pintor Torrent:
c/ Sant Rafel, 11
Ciutadella (Menorca)

The museum exhibits drawings and paintings by the famous painter Torrent. Open on request.

catedral.jpgCatedral de Menorca:
c/ Plaça Catedral, 42
Ciutadella (Menorca)

The cathedral is located in the heart of Ciutadella's Old Town. Open from 9:00 - 13:00 and from 18:00 - 21:00.

Parc Rubió i Tudurí:
c/ Plaça Claustre Del Carme
Ciutadella (Menorca)

The park has an area of 10.000m2 and is located between an industrial estate and a suburban district. Open Monday - Friday from 10:00 - 13:00.

Mahon

Museum Sanz-Hernandez Mora:
c/ Claustre del Carme, 5
Mahon (Menorca)

The collection of the philologist and of the historian Dr. Hernández Mora contained in the property of the city shows numerous paintings and stitches, old cards of the island, old piece of furniture and a small library. Open Monday - Saturday from 10:00 - 13:00.

Alaior

alajor church.jpgEsglésia de Sant Diego:
c/ Correos 127
Alaior (Menorca)

Impressions of the life on Menorca. Open Tuesday - Sunday from 18:30 - 21:30.



Spend your holiday in Menorca and stay in a comfortable Menorca apartment or Menorca hotel.
The Menorca Hotel Audax Spa & Wellness is located just 150 m from the beach and set on a cliff. It's a fantastic choice for people who simply like to relax.
Another great choice is the Barcelo Hamilton Hotel in Menorca. This hotel is located on the beautiful natural bay and harbor of Mahon.

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