Ibiza: Europe's party capital

Ibiza is the party capital of the Balearics and for this reason is popular with fun lovers in search of a heady mix of cheap drinks, banging music and blazing sunshine. The first tip for having the best possible time in Ibiza is to head to the liveliest parts of island and somewhere like party capital, San Antonio!

The holiday resort of San Antonio is the go-to place for the biggest and best parties on the island and is a great spot for a cheap Ibiza holiday. The key clubs here are Cafe Del Mar and Mambo, both of which attract some of the biggest names in the world of club music. Mambo in particular regularly attracts the likes of Radio one DJs Dave Pearce and Judge Jules. The club is also open every night of the week for a different musical experience ready to cater to all. Mambo also serves as an excellent venue for pre-drinks before venturing to the super club of Pacha which is situated just down the road.

Ibiza town is also a great place to visit for a party. This vibrant and compact town is fantastic for those looking to get away from the sand and sea and instead enjoy the luxury of traditional inland Balearic island living. Don your shades and take a stroll around the quaint streets by day, enjoying fine Baleraic cuisine and a cheeky glass of wine and by night head out to the island's biggest club, Privilege. This sprawling club offers revellers an amazingly varied clubbing experience that is without rival on the island due to its vastness and sheer amount of floorspace that caters to every conceivable taste!

If full-on partying isn't your thing, you can always have a quieter holiday in Ibiza. Cheap holidays to Ibiza are easy to get hold of and you will find great deals to be found in quieter locations such as Portinax. This purpose-built holiday town is the perfect place for couples and small families and is home to numerous quiet beaches such as S'Arenal Petit and Playa Porto. You will find that these beaches are amongst the best in all of the Balearics with their white sands and crystal clear waters lapping at the shore.

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The Algarve: Jewel in Portugal's crown

The Algarve is an area that spans the southernmost tip of Portugal and is home to many well-equipped resorts. Albufeira is perhaps the most popular resort offering you seven white, sandy beaches and a lively town that remains busy day and night. You'll find plenty of entertainments such as golf courses and water parks as well as a thriving nightlife. Areias de São João is the name of the main bar strip in Albufeira and is the perfect place for letting your hair down and sampling some of the Algarve's best nightlife. By day, head down to Albufeira's marina where you will find a wealth of cracking trips heading out along the Algarve coast, surveying Portugal's interesting coastlines and varied marine life.

For pure, unadulterated luxury head to the richest spot in the Algarve and Vilamoura. This place is idyllis if money is no object to you! The marina is bustling with hundreds of expensive vessels and the promenade is lined with a multitude of expensive and classy bars and restaurants. For a cheaper approach, you will also find that Vilamoura is the best place in Portugal for deep sea fishing. You can charter a boat for a reasonable rate and attempt to catch your own supper on seas that are far quieter than in peak Summer holiday months.

The most peaceful spot in all the Algarve must surely be Carvoeiro. This quaint town is the go to place for classical Portuguese architecture and ruins from the 15^th century. You will be delight by the myriad of windy streets and beautifully scenic views out into the sea. For something a little out of the ordinary head along the coast to the nature site of Algar Seco – a natural cliff-top wonder that boasts a series of complex rock formations and caves that have been sculpted by the aggressive waves and swell below.

Budget holidays to the Algarve are easy to come by right now. The area is currently out of season, not kicking in for a couple of months yet. The weather is still excellent, though with temperatures currently hovering around the mid-twenties providing you with a welcome contrast to the bluster and rains back home!

Praia da Rocha

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Things to do in Antalya

Holidays to Turkey seem to gain in popularity year-after-year. It's little wonder when relatively new holiday retreat areas such as Antalya continue to blossom and grow into attractions that are capable of entertaining even the most demanding of holiday makers!

Antalya holidays have much to offer everyone. The city itself is a wonderful mix of beauty and history. Of the main beaches in Antalya, you will find that the shingle beach of Konyaalti is the most beautiful. It stretches for 7km and is bordered by Antalya's cliffs on one side and the wondrous Beydaglari mountains on the other which look close enough to touch on a clear day! If you're looking for a beach with a little more excitement on you Antalya holiday, head to Lara. This beach is 10km from Antalya harbour and once there you gain gain access to numerous luxury private beaches that you must pay to gain entry to. This may sound like a cynical ploy to get your cash,, but once in you will have access to all manner of watersports, facilities and entertainments.

There are all sorts of things to do in and around the city. The old city of Antalya is a wonderful place for a stroll and you'll discover all manner of classical Turkish architecture and a range of traditional restaurants in which you can savour the flavours of this great cuisine. For a little more information on the buildings of Antalya you should certainly consider a trip to Antalya's archaeological museum where you can view all sorts of pieces from ancient Roman and Byzantine empires. An attraction that will take up your whole day is the ancient city ruin of Termessos. Located at the top of Antalya's nearby mountains, these ruins are a phenomenal sight that require an arduous hike to get to but are well worth a visit for the fitter members of your group!

Broaden your horizons a little more and you will discover resort holiday heaven at Side. With a vast stretch of golden sand and more than enough hotels that cater for the whims of all families, the area is fantastic if you like your holidays to be filled with excitement and amenity galore. Venture along the coast a little more and you will discover watersport and diving central at Alanya. Indulge your thrill seeking side here with diving, snorkelling and parasailing activities all at reasonable prices.
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Alicante - Jewel of the Costa Blanca

Alicante - The popular Costa Blanca resort famous for its cosmopolitan feel and friendly locals. Holidays here are plentiful and there are options for those looking for all manner of holidays, whether you;re in the budget or luxury holidays markets.

Alicante itself is located on the East of the Costa Brava and to the South of the famous resort of Benidorm. Its a little quieter than its noisy neighbour but still has a thriving nightlife if you wish to indulge your hard-parting side whilst on vacation. The best areas for a party are in the El Puerto and esplanade areas of Alicante. El Puerto in particular has a fantastically contemporary feel to it with many discos, terraced bars and traditional pubs, all offering a variety of special drink promotions to entice you. In the Summer the partying heads to the nearby San Juan beach where temporary bars set themselves up for the night along the beach for the ultimate Spanish beach party.

There are plenty of things to do on your Alicante holiday. One of the most impressive attractions has to be the nearby caves of Canalobre. There are tours taking you around the caves explaining its origins and the extravagant stalagmites inside. You can also hike to the top of the nearby slopes of Cabezon de Oro for a fantastic view of the area stretching for miles. For a taste of traditional Alicante you could visit the town's very own homage to bullfighting at the Plaza de Toros museum or sample fine fare in one of the towns many traditional tapas restaurants. The area surrounding Alicante was once home to the civilisation of Carthaginian and offers you the chance to view relics of this once great World power and the numerous Roman ventures into the region. The most interesting site to visit is the archaeological site of Tossai De Manises, an ancient city that can now be visited on the outskirts of Alicante and the perfect way to soak up Spanish history on your Alicante holiday.

The San Juan beach area of Alicante is also a great base for those looking to holiday on the beaches. There are many family friendly hotels here ready to offer you fantastic deals and facilities to please all.. For accommodation and an area that is a little quieter, head to Playa del Coco. This tranquil area is home to one of the best beaches in all of Alicante and perfect for ultimate relaxation whilst on your Alicante holiday. The largest beach in Alicante is Postiguet, stretching nearly 1km along Alicante. The wide expanse of Postiguet is perfect for those looking for their own little patch of Alicante and has minimal wind due to the imposing silhouette of Mt Benacantil in the background.

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Luxor - top 5

Known as 'The World's Greatest Open Air Museum', Luxor is the home of some of the most impressive and well-preserved ancient structures and monuments on the planet. Being central to ancient Egypt's great civilisation and the site of the ancient city of Thebes, Luxor holidays offer you the chance to see all manner of historical sites and cultural curiosities and creating an itinerary for such a trip can be a rather daunting process.


Below we provide you with a quick glimpse at the best of these must visit attractions enabling you the chance to spend more time enjoying your holiday rather than planning it!


1. Valley of the Kings

The Valley of Kings is a colossus of an attraction demanding your attention for a whole day. It is also Luxor's most famous attraction and it draws millions of visitors every year. It's the home of 63 royal tombs and the most famous of all Pharaohs,Tutankhamen.

2.Temple of Karnak

A huge religious temple that attracts millions of pilgrims every year. It is also the home of some of Luxor's greatest treasures including many shrines that have survived over thousands of years and some of the most valuable of Egyptian treasures and jewels.

3. Valley of the Artisans

The tombs of the 'real' Egyptians. Many of ancient Egypt's working class were buried in these tombs and some of they kept the best designs for themselves rather than their rich rulers. The tombs and decorations here are far more colourful than those in the Valley of the Kings making it an often more interesting visit.

4. Luxor museum

For the most comprehensive look at the history of this culturally rich area, you should certainly head to this small yet interesting museum. Many treasures are on show including mummies and various treasures and head dresses from the ancient period.

5. The Avenue of Sphinxes

Located in Luxor temple, this long stretch of huge sphinxes has recently been renovated and are now back to their glorious standard of old.

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