Not only during summer, also during spring, autumn and even winter, the coasts are worth visiting. Staying in one of the numerous Ibiza Hotels will give you the possibility to discover the 18 km protected natural beaches. With its turquoise blue bays, not only swimming is an unforgettable adventure, also a lot of possibilities for water fun sports can be discovered, especially during summer time.

One of these picturesque bays is the Cala d'Hort. In front of the bay, there is small island called "Es Vedrà" thant completes the wonderful panorama view. Also, visitors should not miss the Platges de Comte or the beaches of Pou des Lleó, which are also worth visiting. Families can especially enjoy the beach "Platja d'en Bossa", which is very huge and perfect "playground" for the small ones.

The turquoise blue water is not a result of the weather or the cleanness of the water. It is more the Posidonia Oceánica, which is a plant that is responsible for the paradisiacal colour.

Ibiza's coast can offer also a lot concerning culture. Interested visitors are free to discover treasures of bygone times. An example would be the Phoenician village near Sa Caleta or the old watchtowers along the coastline.

Tourists that book a hotel in Mallorca or an apartment in Mallorca often choose their hotel only regarding to number of stars and the proximity to the beach. But the location needs to be put into consideration also. Therefore, small and rather unknown places can offer you relaxing holidays.

Located in the North of the island, just in the opposite direction of Plma de Mallorca, you will find the small city of Pollença and its bay. Pollença is home of 12,000 inhabitants and several art galleries. This makes the city to one of the cultural centers. Also, there are a couple of paradisal holiday apartments.

Approximately 20 Kilometers away, you will find the Cape of Formentor. A beautiful panorama street leads up the Mallorca's highest point. From there, you have a magnificent view of the island and the sea.

Nice beaches can be found at the bay of Pollença. This bay and its neighbouring bay of Alcúdia are known to be silent and restorative. This bay offers 10 km of great beach and is little bit larger than the bay of Pollença. Sunseekers will love that place, as long as you look for some relaxing hours in the sun. 

A lot of hotels in Ibiza are open during this months. During that time, when the sun does not shine that strongly, the island has a special atmosphere. But you don not have to worry bad weather. Although there can be some rain, the sun is dominating even in the winter.

For March 2010, you can expect a couple of interesting events. For instance: taking a walk through the historic city of Ibiza city or visit the interesting and colourful Hippie market that has been organized for years. For those who like to experience the culinary art of Ibiza, there is an event that might be interesting for you: Spending 35 Euros gives you access to the best restaurants of the city. More information about these events can be found within the next days on this blog.

Reaching Ibiza is quite easy from the UK. In the recent months, new connections to Ibiza have been made by Ryanair. For very low prices you can fly from several airports in the UK to Ibiza and enjoy a relaxing holiday. The airports Ryanair uses in the UK are Birmingham, Bournemouth, East Midlands, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool and London (Stansted).

The exhibition takes place in the CCA - arts centre Andratx, approx. 30 Min drive from Palma. This exhibition is dedicated to the origination of contemporary art from around the globe. Founded in 2001 by Jacob and Patrica Asbeak, the CCA offers around 4000 m² installation surface. Therewith, the CCA is the largest arts centre on the island and in Europe.

The current exhibition is called "Art Foundation Mallorca" and has already started in November 2009 and leads up to the middle of March 2010. So, there is enough time left to discover the numerous artworks. In addition, this exhibition aims to potential investors that are interested in supporting the artist's work.

More than 50 contemporary artists can be found at the Art Foundation Mallorca. Beside paintings, there are also sculptures, installations, graphics and photographers by the (inter)national artists. There are also single exhibition by one particular artists present.

The CCA arts centre can not only offer you arts at its best but also a cafe and a restaurant. Moreover, the CCA is a center for general event and congresses.

The art gallery is open from Tuesday to Thursday 10:30am to 4pm. There are no entry fees to the art gallery. However, for curated exhibitions, there is a price of 5 Euro to be paid.

Visitors interested in fine arts can take some unique photos from the numerous contemporary masterpieces that are offered  until the middle of March 2010.

Majorca is one of these destinations. many tourists come to Majorca to experience the great party as well as enjoying some sunny days during the cold and rainy months. In generals, Majorca is a very popular destinations for tourists. But, have you thought that even in winter, Majorca can offer you so much? You are free to choose from one of the great Majorca hotels and enjoy the first sunny days of the year. Especially for those who do not like the crowd of people during summer time will be impressed.

For those of you who like to party on the one hand but would like to have a restful holiday on the other, Mallorca can be the perfect place for you. This is why not only the people celebrate, also the nature does. Especially the almond tree blossoms during that time. Its pink blooms contribute perfectly to the carnival time.

These are perfect conditions for a carnival party under the Majorca sun. In Palma de Majorca will be the biggest carnival party of the island. More than 20 000 people are expected to take part in the parades. Children are very welcome to part or at least to have a look at the beautiful costumes.

So, whether you would like to spend some restful days or you want to take part in the carnival parties: Majorca awaits you!

And there is a huge richness of species, from sheep and goats to weasels and all kinds of birds. If you are lucky you might even see one of the rare midwife toads which are only detectable in Majorca.
The whole area is well connected with several hiking tracks. It doesn´t matter if you are beginner or an advanced hiker here you will find challenges for everybody. For example if you take the route from Valldemossa to Pollenca it will last at least 4 days. But if it is to short in your opinion, you could expand the route up to two weeks without problems.
You see this island and this area is perfect for everybody who loves the nature and who loves to hike.

Travel to the East of the Balearic Island where Manacor is located. This city that doesn´t have mass tourism yet, was already built 2000 B C. This is documented by excavations. During the history Manacor played an important role. In 1300, Jaume II granted Manacor a statue of municipality and a native Manacor was an outstanding character in medieval social conflicts.
In the past the inhabitants made their living mainly by agriculture and farming. In the 19th century this changed because of the increasing industrialization. From this day on windmills and liquor distillery dominated the landscape. Today the factory of artificial pearls is an important factor as well as construction.

If you spend some time in Manacor you can visit the pearls factory which is located a little bit outside the city. The pearls are made out of fish scales and look like real ones. You can buy some on the conterminous shop and bring them home as souvenirs. But not only industry is really important to the people but also the religion. In 1236 the first parish churched was built and 1576 the convent Sant Vicenc Ferrer was founded.
Furthermore, a windmill from the 19th century and 2 other churches are remained and are worth to visit them. What you definitely should visit is the flowstone cave. Here you can find one of the biggest subterraneous lakes of the world where you can experience a classic concert every day.

You see in Manacor you can do a lot of different things and enjoy your holidays. But don´t forget to make a break and enjoy the Spanish way of life with the typical cuisine of the region.

Escape from the larger tourist resorts to these hidden coves of clear and turquoise blue waters. Some of the larger beaches are surrounded by pine forests. Pine forrests are abundant on Ibiza and its smaller neighbour Formentera. This is why they are popularly nicknamed „Las Pitiusas". You can easily find beautiful Ibiza apartments and Ibiza hotels close to these beaches.

Besides beautiful beaches and impressive natural parks San José also has a great historical heritage. You can visit the Punic-Roman rural settlement of Ses Païses near Cala d'Hort and another historical attraction is the Phoenician village in Sa Caleta. There are also two famous watchtowers, the Torre de ses Portes and the Torre de Comte, both built during the 17th and 18th centuries by locals to prevent invasions from the sea. Furthermore there are some marvelous churches in this region. Something you really shouldn't miss while vacationing in this region is the Cova Santa, a 25 meters deep natural cave with many stalctites and stalagmites.

In the town of Sant Josep you can also enjoy all sorts of sports and the town hall organizes many cultural and traditional activities and events throughout the year. If you want to come and enjoy the southeast coast of Ibiza you can either choose to stay in the cultural center and take an Ibiza holiday accommodation in San José or the neighbouring town of San Augustin or choose to spend most time along the coast visiting the many beaches and staying in an Ibiza hotel or Ibiza apartment in for example Cala Tarida or in Cala Vadella.

You will not regret visiting this island of Mallorca, and especially its capital, Mallorca where the magnificent cathedral designed by Antoni Gaudi can be found. The building is essentially gothic, with massive exterior buttresses.
You should also visit the museu de Mallorca, occupying one of the many 15th or 16th patrician mansions, and some exceptionally fine medieval religious paintings. The Basilica de Sant Francesc is the finest among the city's host of worthy medieval churches, and don't miss also the Santa Eulalia, the first church to be built after Jaume's arrival. Close by, the ajuntament is a debonair example of the late-Renaissance style, with a grand and self-assured foyer.
To eat, you have inexpensive cafés and tapas bars distributed around the city center. Xou can also find several Mallorca hotels and Mallorca apartments in central and popular areas of Palma.

Palma is a perfect destination for holidays; the city remains beautiful and impressive, with the grand bulk of the cathedral towering above the old town and the remnants of the medieval walls. In high season, finding an accommodation in Palma de Mallorca is not easy. So you should plan your trip in advance and book your Mallorca holiday home early.

As is the case with most islands of the Mediterranean, there is a sense of historical significance that seeps from the earth. A collection of Megalith stone monuments marks the evidence of a prehistoric, human influence and throughout the centuries, various civilizations have laid claim to the beautiful island.

People from the ancient Isle of Crete are thought to have influenced the early inhabitants of Menorca and the Romans and Iberians warred with pirates who pillaged along the trade routes of the warm sea. In the 16th century, Turkish warships decimated the cities of Mao and Ciutadella.

The British eventually laid claim to the island in 1708 during the War of Spanish Succession and for a turbulent century, the King of England counted Menorca as part of the empire. British influence can still be found in the architecture and in the local love of gin.

The modern culture on the island carries a traditional quaintness. The people are extremely hospitable and they have a passion for summer fiestas. Several Menorca accommodations invite visitors for a stay. Locally bred black horses and their riders often parade through town during these events and provide visitors with a unique view of tradition that goes back centuries. Music festivals also abound and visitors are treated to international opera week in Mao and the Summer Music Festival and the Capella Davidica Concerts in Ciutadella.

The island also offers numerous museums of cultural significance, notably the Museo de Menorca and the Museo Hernandez-Sanz in Mao and the Museo de la Natura in Ferreries.

Of course, the natural beauty of the island is one of its greatest attractions. There are countless beaches to enjoy and the snorkeling and scuba diving are considered by many to be some of the best in the Mediterranean Sea. Along the beach you can find numerous Menorca hotels which guarantee you a great closeness to the sea.

Menorca truly is the Pearl of the Balearic Islands with something to offer everyone. One of its greatest traits, however, is the relaxed atmosphere that can only be found in island living! To spend a Menorca holiday there is definitely worth it.