Romance blossoms in Alcudia

Alcudia is an attractive area on the northern coast of Majorca that is seen as being a laid-back alternative to the busy tourist hotspots in the south of the island. It is known for being quieter than others areas of Majorca as most evening entertainment is based in hotels, making Alcudia the ideal place for holidays away from the island’s renowned party scene. It's the perfect place for an undisturbed romantic getaway with a loved one.

Alcudia by kalleboo, Creative Common Licence

6 Tips For Seeing Rome In A Day

Rome, The Eternal City, is one of the most fascinating places to visit. It is rich in both culture and history. One could spend weeks in Rome and still not be able to see all that the city has to offer. If you don’t have an eternity to see Rome for whatever reason, you can still see many of the main attractions if you use your time wisely. Here are a few tips for seeing Rome in a day.

Colosseum, Rome by Martha de Jong-Lantink, Creative Common Licence

Tip 1: Travel During The Shoulder Season

The peak season for tourism in Rome is during the summer months, from May to October. If you visit during the early spring or late fall, there will be fewer crowds and you will be able to see more in a less time. August can also be a good time to visit—if you don’t mind the heat—as the city is typically very quiet during this time.

Awesome Australian Sunsets

Appreciating a sunset is to appreciate a temporary work of art, stunning, a one off but temporary. Australia has the nature, the scenery and the sheer size to provide the planet with some of the most stunning sunsets ever seen. Take the opportunity to experience some of these beautiful phenomena and be prepared to be amazed!

Lord Howe Island

Lord Howe Island Sunset by Scott_Callard, Creative Common Licence

There are some great reasons to explore this distinguished part of New South Wales and the remoteness of the location is the first one. This island lies 600 km from Brisbane and can only be accessed by a two hour Quantas flight. The island is officially the first place that Australia has a sunrise and therefore the first place to catch a spectacular sunset. UNESCO pronounced Lord Howe Island a World Heritage Site due to its unique natural elements. Its a beautiful place where waking up Gower Mountain produces 350 degree views or Ned’s beach where the local fish appear to be hand fed.However, Old Settlement is a beach fit for a king and is an amazing place to witness the sunset.  The finest place to catch the show is perched upon a limestone rock, they stretch into the sea and enjoy the twinkling azure water. The mountains make an impressive backdrop but when that sun heads west , there’s a tranquility that falls on the beach making the experience ethereal. This is truly a great place to see the sun set.

The Best Destinations For Animal-lovers

If you’re a wildlife nut, what could be better than a holiday spotting rare animals in their natural habitat? Of course there’s the classic African safari – a brilliant chance to spot Africa’s legendary ‘big five’ – but there are also plenty of other unique animal-led experiences around the world. Try one of these…

Spot the rare mountain gorilla in Uganda and Rwanda

Spot the rare mountain gorilla in Uganda by woychukb, Creative Common Licence

"There is more meaning and mutual understanding in exchanging a glance with a gorilla than any other animal I know,” whispered David Attenborough as he lay beside a female gorilla in Rwanda in 1978 for his ground-breaking BBC natural history TV series Life on Earth. The naturalist says it was one of his poignant moments in his career, and it’s no wonder: just a few hundred mountain gorillas remain in the wild today, though the number is gradually increasing as a result of vital conservation work over the past decade. Spotting a rare mountain gorilla is a true once-in-a-lifetime experience, but be sure to check the eco credentials of any holiday you book – lots of tours will help to fund conservation work in local area, so be sure to identify a responsible travel operator beforehand.

A Charity Guide to Canada

Giving to others is a significant part of what it means to be Canadian. Here are a few of Canada’s most inspirational charities.

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Why The World Has Fallen In Love With London

London eye by eschipul, Creative Common Licence

2012 saw the world's attention firmly focused on London with the Queen's Jubilee celebrations and the huge success of the Olympics and Paralympics. Tourists flocked to visit the capital city and London is once again a must see destination but what exactly is it that makes London so popular? Here are five reasons to consider visiting London.

Spellbound in Malaga: The Moorish Fort and the Roman Theatre

Alcazaba Fortress, by Nezzen, Creative Common Licence

The siege
Eleven thousand people lost their homes, were sentenced to death or sent to Morocco as slaves. This was their punishment for resisting a new monarch. The year is 1487 and we are witnessing the aftermath of a three-month seize, when King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Queen Isabella took the walled city of Malaga from the Moors. The latter only surrendered out of hunger…

Malaga
If you want to escape the tourist hoards and delve into gripping Spanish history, Malaga is the ideal spot. This bewitching Andalusian seaport has three particular places of interest: