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Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Gaizka Pujana @ Tuesday, 27th May 2008 @ 12:58 AM

Seville, situated in the south of Spain is an historical, cultural and financial center of the province of Sevilla. The two thousand years of its history have seen many different groups of people settling in its surrounding area and they have all added to its vibrant and colorful development. Seville's main tourist season is from August to September and during the times of the annual festivals. It is a treat to experience the city during these festivals. Seville hosts a week long som... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Gaizka Pujana @ Tuesday, 27th May 2008 @ 12:55 AM

Seville, the capital city of Andalusia in the province of Sevilla is known as the artistic, cultural and financial capital of the South of Spain. It has a natural beauty, being found on the River Guadalquivir and a rich history of over two thousand years. It is a vibrant town with a reputation of being lively and colorful. Seville is home to a number of monuments that reflect its long and rich history. It is home to the minaret of La Giralda, which is located in the Cathedral of Seville, ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Gaizka Pujana @ Tuesday, 27th May 2008 @ 12:49 AM

Being situation along the Iberian Peninsula it also contains natural beauty in the form of a beach with stunning accommodation options. Barcelona is made up of many quarters, but there are four that would be of most interest to visitors to the city. Ciutat Vella is Barcelona's old town. Barcelona prides itself on the preservation of its old Gothic Center and it is a treat to visit this area. It contains the old Barri Gotic where you will find many medieval buildings. Here you will se... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Gaizka Pujana @ Tuesday, 27th May 2008 @ 12:22 AM

Barcelona is Spain's second largest city, both from a geographical perspective and from a population perspective. It provides a fascinating juxtaposition of old and new. Its rich history and culture have strong Mediterranean influences, setting it apart from other cities in Spain. This influence, along with its exciting history, makes Barcelona a fascinating holiday destination today. Barcelona was founded around the year 230 BC by the Carthaginians. It changed hands many times and w... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Gaizka Pujana @ Monday, 26th May 2008 @ 10:52 PM

Amsterdam is in the nominal capital of the Netherlands (otherwise known as Holland). It was founded in 1200 as a fishing village. The name Amsterdam was derived from the fact that it was built around the Amstel River. It was built around semi-circular rings of canals and it is famous for these canals to this day. It also boasts approximately 400 bridges over the canals. In fact, Amsterdam is fondly referred to as "the Venice of the North." Amsterdam is known to be a welcoming city... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Anna Stenning @ Monday, 26th May 2008 @ 9:31 PM

The blissful summer months are near and the time has come for most parents to find something to do with their children! Yes, the kids are entitled to their time off as well for six weeks and this may mean a month and a half of noise, boredom, frustration and hyperactivity! This is why it is good to organise your trips wisely making to pick the right destination that will both entertain yourself and most of all your children. Greek sailing is a popular holiday break activity for families, ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Thomas Pretty @ Monday, 26th May 2008 @ 8:11 PM

Car hire can be a confusing experience at the best of the times. The reams of paperwork are the first factor to consider; in some cases these procedures can seriously slow you up meaning less time to enjoy yourself on holiday. With so many options today in the car hire market, it is understandable that consumers are often befuddled. Here is a brief presentation of tips and hints that should make your experience easier and cheaper. The most important advice to those wishing to use a hire ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Jerry Leung @ Monday, 26th May 2008 @ 6:44 PM

The honeymoon may probably been the most exciting thing when you are planning for your wedding. Yet it is not that easy to plan for a perfect honeymoon. As a result you should try to plan for it with care. There are a lot of details to be considered when you are planning for your honeymoon. In fact you will need to take care of all these details if you want to make your honeymoon perfect. And of course you would like to have a perfect trip with your spouse. It is the first time you travel... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Gaizka Pujana @ Sunday, 25th May 2008 @ 10:57 PM

Fuelled by an unrelenting and in large part British appetite for holidays and accommodation in the Costa del Sol and other fashionable coastal areas, thousands of homes and short-term apartment rental buildings were built on protected land. Now the national government and environmental groups want to roll in the bulldozers. Playground for the rich and formerly most sought after area to buy property, Marbella in the Costa del Sol has faced the most corruption and planning scandals. Thou... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Gaizka Pujana @ Sunday, 25th May 2008 @ 10:48 PM

Once the home of Muslim kings, Alhambra is now a tourist attraction and reminder of the debt Spanish and European culture and heritage owes to Islamic civilisation. Alhambra was completed in the fourteenth century, at the height of Muslim intellectual, social and economic dominance, in the midst of Europe's Dark Age. It's one of the most complete Islamic palaces in the world today; and in its day Alhambra would have been alive with the vibrancy of colour and sound. Isbab... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Gaizka Pujana @ Sunday, 25th May 2008 @ 10:33 PM

In line with the rest of Europe, it is safe then to assume Amsterdam holiday apartment rental will remain big business for as long as the demand for freedom of space and connection with local communities exists - luxuries rarely afforded by a stay in a hotel. Or is it? An Amsterdam holiday apartment owner recently passed on advice outlining a government crackdown on the Amsterdam short-term rental industry including Amsterdam apartment rentals for rental periods less than six months. The ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Gordon Warre @ Sunday, 25th May 2008 @ 10:01 PM

Angola, more than three times the size of California, extends for more than 1,000 mi (1,609 km) along the South Atlantic in southwest Africa. Angola has three main ethnic groups, each speaking a Bantu language: Ovimbundu 37%, Kimbundu 25%, and Bakongo 13%. Angola is the third-largest trading partner of the United States in sub-Saharan Africa, largely because of its petroleum exports. Angolan military forces have been posted along the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo, in anti... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Anna Stenning @ Sunday, 25th May 2008 @ 8:40 PM

Going on holiday to Spain last year gave me a real buzz and a new love for the beach. Having an already skin tone, I never felt the need to go sunbathing on a beach, but I realised on my last visit that it was much more than just getting a sun tan! The experience itself made me feel uplifted, confident, revitalised and best of all relaxed! My accommodation was a self-service apartment based at the heart of Santa Ponsa, Mallorca, which was fine for me, as I had no intentions of staying in... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Moe Tamani @ Sunday, 25th May 2008 @ 7:31 PM

In some ways South Africa is different from the rest of Africa as there is less poverty and strife here. South Africa is home to some of the most spectacular game reserves and landscapes. Considered as the adventure capital of the world, South Africa offers many pleasures from the Gold Reef city in Johannesburg to hiking across the scenic route of N12. It is known as the rainbow nation and has a diverse range of activities to offer and places to see. One of the most popular destinations ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Anna Stenning @ Sunday, 25th May 2008 @ 7:29 PM

Taking a short break during the weekend is great if you want to avoid taking time off during the working week (for all of those who are workaholics!), but they can be a great to recharge your batteries quickly and take a time out. One of the most effective ways of doing this to benefit your body and mind is to participate in an activity abroad. The most popular method of unwinding and letting off some steam is to go for a ski weekend break. Ski weekends are popular amongst young people,... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Gordon Warre @ Sunday, 25th May 2008 @ 11:44 AM

Azerbaijan received de facto recognition by the Allies as an independent nation in January 1920, an independence terminated by the arrival of the Red Army in April. Azerbaijan's first parliament was elected in 1995. Azerbaijan is represented in the Parliamentary Assembly by a delegation of 6 representatives and 6 substitutes. Azerbaijan, located on the western edge of the Caspian Sea, sits at the crossroad between East and West. Azerbaijan has the highest infant and under-five mor... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Gordon Warre @ Sunday, 25th May 2008 @ 11:29 AM

Armenia receives most of its gas supply from Russia and, like some other republics of the former Soviet Union, has had to face sharp price rises. Armenia has registered strong economic growth since 1995, with double-digit growth rates in the past 6 years. Armenia is not a significant exporter of conventional weapons, but it has provided substantial support, including materiel, to ethnic Armenian separatists in the disputed enclave of Nagorno-Karabakh located within Azerbaijan's borders.more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Gordon Warre @ Sunday, 25th May 2008 @ 11:25 AM

Argentina's economy has been rebounding since its near collapse in 2001, with an impressive growth rate of about 8% since Kirchner took office. Argentina has played a positive role in promoting human rights and democratic institutions in the hemisphere, particularly in Haiti. Argentina benefits from rich natural resources, a highly educated population, a globally competitive agricultural sector, and a diversified industrial base. Argentina is bordered by Chile on the west, Bolivia ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Gordon Warre @ Sunday, 25th May 2008 @ 11:23 AM

Albania is a parliamentary democracy that is transforming its economy into a market-oriented system. Albania is bordered by Greece to the southeast, Montenegro to the north, Kosovo to the northeast, and the Republic of Macedonia to the east. Albania's coastline is becoming increasingly popular with tourists due to its relatively unspoiled nature and its beaches. Albania has made progress in its democratic development since first holding multiparty elections in 1991, but deficiencies rema... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel | By Gordon Warre @ Sunday, 25th May 2008 @ 11:04 AM

Andorra (Catalan: Andorra), officially the Principality of Andorra (Catalan: Principat d'Andorra), is a small landlocked country in western Europe, located in the eastern Pyrenees mountains and bordered by Spain and France. Andorra's climate is similar to that of its neighbours' temperate climates, but its higher altitude means there is, on average, more snow in winter and it is slightly cooler in summer. Andorrans have access to broadcasts from both countries, and for man... more...