Granada, the jewel of Andalusia in southern Spain

Granada is the capital of Andalusia, an enchanting and wonderful city situated between the Sierra Nevada and the Tropical Coast. Granada is a relatively modern city that enjoys very mild weather that is surrounded by plentiful green countryside. The city of Granada has been declared a ‘Cultural World Patrimony.

Getting around the city on foot is highly recommended. Walking around the city and discover the Alhambra and Albaicín, passing through the neighborhoods of the ‘new city’, admiring palaces and monuments, letting yourself be charmed by the suggestive gardens of Generalife.

Accommodation in Granada.

It’s easy to find hotels in Granada there are many options of quality accommodation including hotels, apartments and hostels providing a place to stay for thousands of university students from all over the world.

To find out more info on the city, check out the Granada travel guide

Fancy a run in Paris?

This year will be held the 33rd edition of the famous Paris Marathon. This big event will set off from the  Avenue des Champs Elyseés on Sunday, 5th April. The marathon will wind along the streets of Paris covering over 42 km.

The race will pass through the Bastille, the river Seine, les Tuileries and by Nation, finally finishing at one of the most famous lanmarks of Paris the Arch of Triumph. This year the race will host over 37,000 runners.

Each year the Paris marathon attracts many international runners from many countries around Europe & worldwide. There will be also over 70 musical groups present at the event.

Tsegaye Kebede won last years event, finishing in 2h and 6′ while the Kenyan Martha Komu, finished in the time of 2.25.33, bringing her personal record by down by 7 minutes.

There is a vast selection of hotels in Paris, from midrange 3 star hotels to quality 4 star Paris hotels.

Must see! – Padua Motorbike Int. Expo show

For anybody passionate about motorcycles The Padua motorbike international Expo show is a must see. Following last year’s success with over 100,000 visitors, the expo is expected to be even more exciting and packed with events to entertain visitors with the awe-inspiring stunts of expert riders in addition to the splendid motorcycles on display.
Also why not check out Custom Bike Manufacturer World Championship bikes area, where you can test drive many of the manufacturers’ new motorcycle models on offer.

Padua(Padova) is an ideal destination for a short break, also the city is very close to Venice.

More info: Padua Motorbike show

Escape the winter in Majorca – Spain

A trip to Majorca might reveal many surprises: an extraordinary variety of beaches, sea cliffs of beauty comparable to the most famous shorelines in Europe, it’s many Majorca hotels, beaches, and famous night clubs that will surely guarantee an action packed vacation.
With a constant temperature of 25-30 degrees Celsius for most months of the year, Mallorca feels like summer will never end. The area around Palma de Mallorca is the one that offers the broadest selection of accommodation, ranging from star-rated hotels in the historical city center to beach resorts in the city’s immediate surroundings.

For independant travellers wanting to stay in the countryside (but still remain close to Majorca) why not try one of the local agritourism farmhouse accommodations (known locally as fincas rurales).

Read more from our: Majorca travel guide

Nice, South of France

Nice located in the Côte d’Azur in the South of France, is the primary port of entry to the Côte d’Azur, thanks to France’s second airport.

Many visitors who come to Nice are attracted to this wonderful city for a number of reasons:  7 km of beaches, an ideal climate with more than 3,000 hours of sun per year, the quality of the infrastructure and hospitality, the first port in France for cruise ships, hundreds of restaurants offering French cuisine, top class hotels in Nice and finally, traditional festivals, events in Nice and top class exhibitions.

More info: Travel guide Nice, France

Nice in the south of France

Railcar ride around Etna

Circumetnea is a narrow track railroad has been operating since 1859, the railroad enjoys an amazing scenic route all around the great volcano of Etna. 

You can take the train from one of the two train terminals: the Catania Borgo station, set on the high area of via Etna; or else the Giarre station, near the Trenitalia station, that can be found on the main Messina-Catania line. This is the most convenient travel solution for travelers coming from or going to Taormina, Italy.

There is a wide variety of hotels in Taormina which are ideal for visiting the Mount Etna volcano.

More info

Train ride around Etna in southern Italy

Otranto, the gateway to the East

Otranto is situated on the eastern most point in Italy and is one of the peninsula’s most hidden treasures. Otranto’s is considered one of the most beautiful in Italy. The stone paving and typical Southern Italian houses all painted with bright colors, the natural port, the sandy beach and Monte Carlo Magno and Minerva hills with their breathtaking views. 

2 ‘most sees’ are Otranto Castle & Otranto Cathedral The largest church in Apulia.

Read more from this online travel guide to Otranto

What to see in San Remo

Sanremo stretches from Andorra to the national border at Ventimiglia, is known in Italy as the  capital of flowers. San Remo is famous for the yearly Italian Music Festival a competition for upcoming Italian singers.

Another event worth seeing in San Remo in spring is the famous classic cycle race “Milan – Sanremo“.

Read more from this online travel guide to San Remo

You can also download the guide for free in PDF format.

San Remo beach view

Not to miss! Venice Film Festival 2008

One of the hightlights of the year in Venice is the International Film festival.  This years event will be held from August 27th to September 6th 2008 on the island Lido di Venezia.

In the competion will be 60 films from all around the world.  In order to participate in the Venice fim festival, all films must internationally debut in Venice or, in any case, must be films that have not yet been shown outside the country of origin.

The event will open with the film ‘Burn After Reading’ starring George Clooney and Brad Pitt, directed by Joel and Ethan Coen.

More info – Venice film festival 2008

For accommdation options why not try bed & breakfasts, hotels and apartments.

Venice Film festival 2008

An hidden treasure on the Italian Riviera!

Camogli is an authentic fishing village on the The Tigullio Gulf, Italian Riviera of Liguria. Not having a large parking lot like the one at Portofino has saved the town from being invaded by mass tourism and, although events like the fish festival attract thousands of visitors, Camogli remains an authentic village to visit for a relaxing holiday.

Find out more on what to see in Camogli.