Marvel at Madrid!

Looking for a city-break that will provide you with oodles of Spanish culture and plenty of excitement?


Then why not try Spain's cosmopolitan capital, Madrid?


Being the capital of Spain, you will discover a city that is jam-packed with history whilst providing a range of exciting activities to keep you entertained throughout your stay. Read on for our top attractions in this wonderful city.


1.Faunia
This goliath of an environmental park is unlike anything you've ever experienced. The basic premise of this place is to provide visitors with 10 ecosystems replicating a huge variety of the World's climates and animal kingdoms to show the importance of sustaining these environments around the World. For us, Faunia really is Madrid's jewel in the crown.


2. The Madrid Bullring
Plaza de Toros Monumental de Las Ventas to give the correct name is one of the most impressive bullrings in the world, replicating designs for the 13th century with some blindingly right brickwork. You'll also find a museum onsite that will provide you with an in-depth history of this homage to bull-fighting.


3.Warner park
Perfect for tearaway kids, Parque Warner is an official spin-off of the World famous Warner Brothers franchise so you can expect all manner of icons to be present. From Bugs Bunny to the Tasmanian Devil your kids will love you for ever if you take them here! There is a wide range of amusements for the kids from cartoon theatres to a huge wooden roller-coaster.



4.El Rastro
Perfect for really immersing yourself in Spain's culture, Madrid's oldest market offers you anything and everything at some frankly preposterous prices!




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Holiday in Turkey

With the current strength of the Euro in comparison to the pound, it's time to forget Euro zone and look elsewhere for your Summer holiday. Turkey is a great replacement, offering a multitude of holidaying options whilst remaining relatively cheap. Here we give you a glimpse into what Turkey can offer you by describing three of the most popular areas.

Marmaris

Marmaris is a port located in the South-West of Turkey that has become a hub for tourists, sailing enthusiasts and divers alike. Famous for its nightlife, Marmaris offers some of the best bars on the Aegean coast. This makes the resort popular with younger travellers looking for a holiday of partying but this shouldn't put you off from visiting. There is plenty to do for couples and more seasoned holiday makers. Boat trips are readily available and you can even catch a ferry to the Greek island of Rhodes for exploration a little further afield. There are a multitude of boat trips that leave from the port, taking you around the beautiful small bays and beaches, giving you the chance to really soak up Marmaris and its surroundings. Marmaris is also a great place to pick up diving qualifications. There are numerous dive centres here that specialise in teaching beginners as well as giving experienced divers a taste of Turkey's aquatic life.

Bodrum

Bodrum is a popular destination for British holiday makers. Possibly the most beautiful resort on the South Aegean coast, this is a lively resort that offers a multitude things to do. If you like your holidays with a hint of culture, then you can visit some of Bodrum's ancient attractions such as Bodrum castle or its grand mausoleum. The beaches in and around Bodrum offer crystal clear waters and walks surrounded by palm trees. Expensive looking yachts crowd the marina in the scorching Summertime, many of those disembarking drop into the sea to explore the numerous reefs and coves off the shoreline. If diving isn't your thing, you can also visit one of the Bodrum's two water parks or try out horse-riding or river-rafting for something a little different.

Istanbul

If you're looking for a different approach to your holiday, visit Istanbul for a city break unlike any other! This city has thousands of years of heritage as it has been the capital of the Byzantine, Roman and Ottoman Empires at one point or another. This means that Istanbul is ripe for immersing yourself in true Turkish culture and history. There are many mosques and churches that you can explore, along with opulent palaces and Istanbul's famous Grand Bazaar where a bargain can be sought before you head back home.

Flights to Turkey are available at superb prices at the moment with many low-cost retailers and holiday brokers so there's no excuse not to go!

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Magaluf - Party Paradise

Magaluf is a party paradise that lies on the Southern tip of the island of Majorca which is part of the Balearic islands, also comprising of Ibiza and Menorca. At just 25 minutes from the airport of Palma, Magaluf is not just a great base for exploring the wider surrounds of Majorca but the party capital of the island with some of the best nightclubbing in Europe.

Magaluf itself contains over 100 bars and nightclubs, all this is set to a backdrop of phenomenal beaches and azure blue seas; perfect for soothing those achy heads the day after a fun-fuelled night!

Despite the current high value of the Euro in comparison to the pound, you will find that drinks are not overly expensive due to the sheer volume of drinks promotions that awash the bars 24/7. Many of the big clubs lie in Magaluf's BCM square. Here you will find such venues as Coyote Uglys and Baywatch Show Bar. This is all set to a backdrop of terraced seating, live shows and entertainment on big-screen TVs making this spot the perfect place to mingle and meet new people.

A short walk from BCM square is the main strip. This is where Magaluf's party atmosphere really kicks in with most party-goers starting at one end and working their way down the strip through the multitude of bars and clubs and soaking up the broad range of music which isn't just restricted to the obligatory dance music but also indie and hip-hop.

By day the strip also has plenty to offer with a multitude of shops selling all manner of wares and beach-orientated items perfect for when you hit the beach!
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