Escape to the Balearic island of Mallorca!

Mallorca is part of the Balearic Islands, situated to the South of the Spanish mainland. Often overshadowed by its rowdier sibling, Ibiza, Mallorca is the most populous of these islands as well as the largest. At 75km long and 100km wide, the island is of perfect size for those looking for a trip filled with whimsical exploration. For those looking to avoid the livelier resorts of Magaluf and Alcudia, car rental is the best option for beach-hopping and navigating Mallorca's stunning mountainous scenery. The Northern cape of Formenter is a must for all those visiting the island. No trip is complete without a drive on one of the most dangerous looking drives in the whole of Europe and the views at the end of the mountainous drive are quite remarkable.

Mallorca also offers a host of picturesque towns with roots that go back to century old communities and the Moor wars. The capital of Palma has its huge baroque cathedral, whilst the towns of Pollenca and Alcudia contain magnificent churches and medieval ramparts respectively.

The biggest draw for visitors of the island are the magnificent white sandy beaches. The finest on the island lie to the North in the bay of Alcudia. Here you will find a a wide 250metre long beach that is blessed with azure blue water that entices sun-worshippers with crystal clear waters that promise warmth throughout the hot Summer. You will also find popular beach resorts surrounding the capital of Palma and a number of excellent beach resorts to the East such as Cala D'or and Cala Rajada.

Great deals for Mallorca are prevalent on various online holiday operators and you will find that flights are extremely cheap due to the competitiveness from major budget airlines flying to the island.

Sleep Tight! in London's finest hotels

As one of Europe's most visited cities, London is a heaving hub of activity offering a quintessential view into British living and culture. The competition to offer visitors the perfect rest-place is fierce for this very reason and you will find a broad spectrum of options ranging from dirt-cheap to ear-blisteringly expensive. In this guide we look at the most interesting options for the more discerning London tourist!

1. Portobello hotel, Notting Hill

One of London's most exclusive hotels is a gem of a hideaway that houses a variety of quirky yet opulent neoclassical rooms. Possibly in one of the hippest areas of London, this Notting Hill converted mansion situated in lovely gardens attracts all the pretty people. For a hotel that is steeped with 30 years of pedigree, prices aren't too bad at £150 a night.

2. Hotel 55, Ealing

This hotel will certainly have you grinning from ear-to-ear as you stroll through the plush automatic glass doors into what seems like an Edwardian mansion set 100 years in the future! This place has the feel of a little sanctuary with its surrounding gardens. Along with the clean lines and carefully chosen furnishings you will find it hard not to fall in love with this charming place. The 25 luxurious rooms, the 24 hour bar and the fact that the underground is right on your doorstep are also useful factors that make this a no-brainer of a choice for a luxury stay in London. Prices are around £85 per night B&B.

3. The Egerton House Hotel, Knightsbridge

Another hotel set within a very fashionable address, this upmarket hotel is popular with foreign business owners visiting London for deal wrangling. The Egerton can provide you with your own chauffeur driven Bentley or Range Rover if you feel inclined to do so and some of London's finest attractions are on your doorstep such as Harrods and the Natural History Museum. Prices come in at a princely £300 a night for a starter room.

3 Of The Best - Europe without the Euro

Don't you just hate the way visiting your favourite destination in the E.U has become so expensive? Are you missing the good old days when the British pound actually held its own against other currencies and you could stretch your cash that little bit further on holiday?

Yep, we do too and that's why we've drawn up this rough guide on other great destinations in Europe that aren't in the E.U, making your money work as hard as it should be on holiday.

1.Croatia

This gem of a country is still relatively untouched by tourism when compared to some of the other holidaying Goliaths, but is one of the more picturesque and interesting options. If you're after a holiday that is filled with adventure, then this is the option for you. It's known as the land of 1,000 islands for good reason, and on your holiday you can expect to take in tranquil mountains, idyllic coastlines and renowned national parks. A trip down the Dalmation coast is a must for sight-seeing activities and car rental is very reasonable. To put Croatian prices into perspective, the average pint is the equivalent of £2.00...Sold yet?

2. Bulgaria

With its deserted beaches, picturesque mountains and medieval outposts, Bulgaria is a delight to visit in the Summer when temperatures hit 30°c. The pound is worth around 3 Bulgarian levs and if you steer clear of the main tourist resorts, this represents great value. If you like a drink, perhaps consider the tourist trap of Sunny Beach where the pubs and bars offer buy-one-get-one-free drink deals throughout the night.

3.Turkey

This popular destination seems to receive and more British visitors by the year and is it any wonder with its cheap and cheerful package deals to the main holidaying hot-spot of Bodrum and soaring Summer temperatures. Because of these factors, Turkey is slowly becoming more and more expensive and prices are beginning to show signs of coming into line with the rest of the E.U, but for now prices hold their value and the pound performs well for eating out and your holiday water-sports

You will find a glut of low-cost retailers offering fantastic deals on holidays to these areas. We suggest staying online to find the very best deals.