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You wont be bored in Cancún! This beautiful coastal city has something for everyone.
Its a perfect destination for a romantic getaway (wedding and honeymoon!), a family vacation, a sporting break or a relaxing beach holiday.
Whats more, Cancún, which is situated on Mexicos Caribbean coast, is ideal for a holiday property rental, as there is a good selection of self catering accommodation available in this popular tourist destination.With so many things you can do in amazing city, which is in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo, you wont know what to do first!
If youre planning on tying the knot, Cancún is the ideal spot to get married - and then honeymoon. The citys beautiful surroundings and stunning beaches provide an idyllic setting for your ceremony, making it a wedding to remember.
But you dont have to be tying the knot and honeymooning to enjoy Cancún. Its also ideal for those looking to spend an active holiday, too. This area of Mexico is great for watersports, such as scuba diving, snorkelling and fishing. The Great Mesoamerican Reef (the Gran Arrecife Maya), off the coast of Cancún, is the second largest coral reef in the world. With the beautiful coral and marine life here, this is a superb area to go scuba diving.
If you prefer playing sport on dry land then you can have a game of golf or tennis.
But if you have a more relaxing holiday in mind, you will also be able to find it here in Cancún too, especially if you’re a beach lover. Many people go to the city for its beautiful beaches. Here you can escape the hustle and bustle, lie on the beach and enjoy the sun.
After some rest and relaxation, you might want to catch up on some shopping during your stay in Mexico. If you are an avid shopper, you wont be disappointed either. You will find markets, shopping malls and a mix of specialty shops in Cancún.
Restaurants are also in abundance in Cancún. You will be well catered for, whether you want fast food or a dinner cruise!
This Mexican city is also family-friendly. If youve got children in your group, they will appreciate the Acuario Interactivo (Interactive Aquarium Cancún) and MayaVentura.
And if youre keen to find out about the local history and culture, you might like to visit some museums in the area. For example, theres the INAH Museum (National Institute of Anthropology and History) and Zona Arqueológica El Rey, an archaeological site which is worth a visit.
There are also some interesting places to visit around Cancún, too. If time allows, be sure to check out the small island Isla Mujeres, the Island of Women, which can be found off the coast of Cancún. This beautiful island can be reached by ferry from the mainland. Its a great place to relax, eat, drink, enjoy a variety of water sports or hire a bike. You can even visit the islands Turtle Farm!
Cancún is also a good place to be if youre looking for a good night out. There are various nightclubs, bars, lounge bars and live music venues where you can enjoy an evening out.
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Karen Waller is a destination rep for Self Property Rental, offering a wide selection of holiday rentals in Mexico!
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As anyone who has gone on holiday to Cuba will know, Cuba is filled with a superb range of attractions. Havanas glorious colonial old town, the Che Guevara Monument at Santa Clara and the colourful streets of Trinidad are just some of the highlights in the cities. The Caribbean beaches are the other great attraction on the island, with thousands of holidaymakers flocking to resorts like Cayo Coco each year to enjoy the sun, sand and crystal clear waters.
What is less well known is that, away from the cities and the beaches, Cuba is also a country of jaw-dropping scenery. Nature lovers will find plenty to keep themselves entertained, from stunning valleys and mountain ranges to biosphere reserves and national parks. Here are the five best natural attractions to visit while on a holiday to Cuba
Baracoa
Located on the eastern coast of the island, the city of Baracoa was the first settlement in Cuba, and is believed to be where Christopher Columbus originally landed on the island. It is a beautiful oyster shaped bay, surrounded by verdant vegetation and wildlife. The flat topped mountain El Yunque provides breathtaking views out across the bay, and the many rivers make it a pleasure to explore on boat or by foot. Despite the historical significance and stunning natural landscape of Baracoa, relatively few people visit this place on their holidays to Cuba, so it is a relaxing place to visit away from the crowds.
Ciénaga de Zapata National Park
Home to the largest swamp lands in Cuba, holidays here are a delight for birdwatchers and anglers. Most choose to stay at the nearby resort of Playa Larga (popular with scuba divers), which gives you full opportunity to explore this fascinating area and experience the richness of its wildlife and fauna for yourself.
Vinales Valley
No holiday to Cubas natural wonders is complete without a visit to the Vinales Valley. It is a lush tobacco growing valley located in Cubas heartland, with spectacular cliffs (known as mogotes) rising like islands out of the valley floor. Perfect for hiking and climbing, the Vinales Valley is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is one of the most beautiful spots to explore while on holiday in Cuba.
Sierra Maestra
The Sierra Maestra is the highest mountain range on the island, and is an essential place to visit for anyone who wants to go hiking during their holiday to Cuba. It is also a place of great historical significance for the Cuban people Fidel Castro and his revolutionaries used the high mountain caves as hiding places during the revolution, and history buffs who are looking to see the sights of the revolution would do well to make a visit to the Sierra Maestra part of their Cuba holiday.
Alejandro de Humboldt National Park
Located in the South East of Cuba, Alejandro De Humboldt is the most humid place on the island, which has given rise to a rich and diverse range of plants and trees. Dominated by the massive rivers that run down off the nearby peaks, the Alejandro de Humboldt Park is unmissable for any nature lovers holiday in Cuba.
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Emma Lelliott is the general manager of Captivating Cuba, an independent specialist in luxury holidays to Cuba. With offices in Havana and the UK, Captivating Cuba can help you tailor-make the perfect Cuban holiday experience.
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Pamplona is undoubtedly most famous for the Running of the Bulls Fiesta, anyone visiting will soon realize this city has much more to offer. Hiring a car in this city is a must, the area of Spain around Pamplona holds so many treasures which should be explored during your stay. Pamplona has a wonderfully restored historical center involved in some of Spains most interesting folklore, Surrounding Pamplona are the stunning Navarra mountain ranges and the mature vineyards of the region producing some first class wines.
Perhaps one of the most famous festivals in all of Spain the San Fermines and encierro or Running of the Bulls is a serious spectacle to behold. Ernest Hemmingway was a lifelong fan of bull fighting and popularized the event in The Sun Also Rises, he returned as often as he could to Pamplona to witness the madness of the running of the bulls. This event really isnt for anyone faint of heart 13 people have been killed during the run since 1924 when records began and it is often considered inhumane today. The tradition dates back to 1591 and involves the bulls running through the streets from holding pens to an arena where they are killed. In between the young men of the town jump into the streets and run with the bulls dodging horn and hoof to show off their bravado.
Travelling South in your hire car will take you to Tafalla, approximately 35 kilometers away from Pamplona. This stop is an idyllic town and you should make sure you visit the Marqués de Feria Palace and the Iglesia de Santa Maria church which houses a magnificent renaissance altar.
Close by in the town of Olite you have the perfectly conserved fortress of the kings of Navarra, an ideal second stop on a day out in you car the fortress, once the home of the kings of Navarra is a charming town with plazas, narrow streets and churches. The fairly recently-restored Gothic palace and the adjoining royal chapel are both worth visiting. This town will transport you instantly back to the middle ages narrow streets, interesting fortifications and well preserved buildings await anyone who takes a drive from Pamplona. From here you are granted fantastic views of the entire region the Bardenas Reales national park is easily reached and a lovely place for a day spent in the natural landscape of this magical area of Spain.
By travelling the old pilgrimage route in your hire car you will enjoy your own mini road trip taking in some fantastic stops that the pilgrims made. As it passes through Navarre, the Pilgrim’s Road to Santiago de Compostela, with World Heritage status, leads us to Estella. This town, crossed by the river Ega, has a medieval old town where the Roman and Gothic constructions are a testimony to its historic splendour.The capital of the area of Tierra Estella has its origins in Roman and “Vascon” settlements, but it was the king of Navarre, Sancho Ramírez, who founded the current city to attend to the great many pilgrims. Its position on the Pilgrim’s Road to Santiago de Compostela and the fact that it became the site of the royal court, contributed to its economic prosperity throughout the entire Middle Ages.
You can visit all of theses fantastic destinations around Pamplona in your hire car. Today in Spain it has become increasingly easy to hire a car cheaply. By using our search Engine found on this page you will be able to obtain the very cheapest professional service possible. We have spent a long time looking for the best car hire making it possible to bring you the cheapest prices. You only have to fill in your details and preferences once and the search engine will bring back results from many different organizations, you can compare prices service and the over all package. You could be enjoying the freedom of a hire car during your holiday in just one click.
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A Car Hire Pamplona is the perfect way to explore the region. With so many interesting places to discover a Car Hire Spain is the recommended and most cost effective transport option. See www.lamangaspain.com
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When booking your stag weekend in Eastern Europe, you want to make it an occasion to remember: its your last moments of freedom and you want to have fun with your mates. Organising a wild weekend of stag nights in Eastern Europe, can be complicated. From choosing your destination, to planning the best places to eat, drink, and take part in action-packed activities. But where do you start? Here are some important tips to help you plan your ultimate stag weekend.
First choosing your destination: preferably somewhere you or anyone in your party hasnt been before, so you can enjoy a completely new experience. Look for a location that not only has a great nightlife but provides the kind of atmosphere you like: maybe you want a traditional pub atmosphere or you want to explore a range of clubs where you can dance the night away or enjoy a quality striptease or two. Think about the kind of experience you want. For example, Warsaw is an edgy city with a large dose of new, classy establishments where you can drink several types of vodka and take part in an array of activities.
Planning your itinerary is very important, firstly with where you want to stay. It can be difficult finding the right accommodation so its best to read up on hotels with good reviews for both service and food. Look for somewhere that is tried and tested and as central as you can get to all the action. You dont want to be stuck in the middle of nowhere with nothing to do! For example, Riga (known as the Paris of the North) has a range of hotels both in the city and on the waterfront, providing you with stunning views to wake up with and feeling refreshed for the next fun-packed day.
When planning the rest of your weekend its best to get a guide. It should be someone who can show you the best places to eat and drink, where all the hot girls are and alternative things to do if you want to be spontaneous. Ideally your guide needs to be someone who is in the leisure and tourism business, has a very good knowledge of local areas, is enthusiastic and speaks good English. A guide can really help you to make the most of your stag weekend.
Your daytime activity is just as important as what you do at night. Again, its more fun to try something that none of your party has done before. Do you fancy trying a sauna party to get off to a relaxing start? Or maybe you want to go for the full adrenaline rush. Bratislava offers activities like off-roading where you can get behind the wheel of a 4×4 and tackle a course of extreme obstacles. Or you could get your hands on some powerful guns, such as a semi-automatic 9mm Luger or semi-automatic Scorpio, at a shooting range.
Nightlife is the most important element of a stag weekend. In Krakow, for example, you can experience the city at night with a guided pub-crawl. The concentration of pubs is so dense theres literally a pub on every corner! The experience can be a varied one too, from having a pint with the locals at a small traditional pub or hitting a glamorous strip bar; Krakow has the lot.
With such a range of destinations, activities and languages to sift through it can be a long and complicated job. If you want the best advice, and to make your weekend truly unforgettable for all the right reasons, then you can speak to a professional company that has experience in organising stag weekends and can put together a package to suit your needs. They can provide simple things like transport from the airport to the hotel, also to and from your activities. With an established company you dont need to worry about a thing, allowing you to kick back and relax or go wild.
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Josey Walker - The Founder & Managing Director of party organisers Stag Republic and Hen Nation. Stag Republic have been organising made-to-measure stag weekends abroad and hen weekends in Eastern Europe since 2000. More recently popular destinations include stag weekends in Krakow and Budapest. For interviews, images or comments contact: Josey Walker Stag Republic Phone: 00 3630 34 99 015 Email: info@stagrepublic.co.uk
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It may be hard to believe, but you can enjoy a vacation at Disney World in Florida and stay in plush accommodations at bargain prices. You dont have to win a lottery or contest to get the discount accommodations, either. The secret to it can be expressed in three words Disney Vacation Rentals. These are three to seven bedroom homes located within 15 minutes of Disney World that vacationers can rent a on a daily or weekly basis. In case you are not familiar with Florida vacation option, then let me walk you through it.
First of all, all the homes that are available for rent are fully equipped. They are fully furnished and the kitchens are ready for you to use. All of the homes have private or community swimming pools and some also have spas and game-rooms. Other amenities include air conditioning and heating, home entertainment systems, wireless Internet, big screen TVs and more.
The homes are located in resort communities that are within 15 minutes of Disney World, and some of them are as close as a five minute drive to Disney World. The homes are not only conveniently located close to the theme parks, they are also well served by nearby restaurants and shopping plazas. The convenient location combined with great amenities makes for a winning combination in luxury and comfort, but this is just the beginning.
The greatest benefit of the Disney Vacation Rentals is the amount of space that you get. Instead of cramming into one or two hotel rooms you can stretch out in a spacious home with three or more bedrooms. Your children can have their own bedrooms and can sleep soundly and everyone can have the space that they need to be relaxed and comfortable.
Did I say that the large amount of space that you get is the greatest advantage of staying in a Disney Vacation Rental? Well, I could be wrong because you may consider the amazing rentals prices to be the biggest attraction of the vacation rentals. Lets take an example. Suppose you are traveling with your family and even a few friends. You could opt for a four bedroom, two bath rental. You can get it within a price range of $125 to $135 per night. Thats right you get a large, fully equipped luxury home for the price of one room at a hotel! The variation in price depends on the time of year that you book your stay. The holiday periods of Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Year are the peak periods and the prices are a bit higher then.
If you are coming with five or six people in your group, then the per-person nightly rates are truly affordable and indeed, amazing. So, dont worry about accommodations for your visit to Disney World. Select and reserve a vacation rental home, and get on with the task of planning an unforgettable vacation in Orlando and Disney World, Florida.
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Janice McSherry writes frequently on Florida tourism. She is the proprietor of Homes Near Disney, and can get you some excellent deals for Disney Vacation Rentals
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Paris is probably the most popular city in the world and people go here for more vacations mostly to enjoy its culture, history and architecture. Paris is the capital of France. It is one of the most populous cities in the world. Likewise, it is one of the most popular tourist spots in the world. More than 30 million people from outside France, visit the city for more vacations.
Paris has a steady oceanic climate. Variations are seldom making it a perfect site for more vacations. Summers are at 60 to 77 degrees, while winter is at 37 to 36 degrees. Regardless of weather, people come to Paris for more vacations to enjoy the different sites it has to offer. Here are some of them:
1. Place de la Bastille: This is a historical square in Paris, which was where the Bastille prison used to be before the Storming of the Bastille. Because of its history, protests are often held here.
2. Champs-Élysées: This garden-promenade/ avenue dates back to the seventeenth century. It connects the Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe. More vacations in Paris will not be complete without a trip or two through what is referred to as the most beautiful avenue in the world. Shops, cinemas and cafés line the street. Because of its prestige, rent here is quire high too. It earns $1.5 million in yearly rent just for 92.9 square meters of land.
3. Place de la Concorde: At the foot of Champs-Élysées, this site was originally referred to as Place Louis XV, where a guillotine was set. Now, it has the Egyptian obelisk, which is the oldest monument in Paris. The obelisk displays hieroglyphics in praise of Pharaoh Ramses II.
4. Les Halles: The place was named after a demolished wholesale marketplace. It currently displays fountains, sculptures and mosaic in some sort of open-air pit. It is also the home of the wax museum Musée Grévin - Forum des Halles. The underground rail station has its central hub underneath Les Halles
5. Le Marais: A trendy and open district, Le Marais has a Jewish community, Chinese community, a synagogue, museums and shops and a burgeoning gay presence.
6. Avenue Montaigne: This is the high fashion strip and is right next to the Champs-Élysées. Luxury brand labels, like as Chanel, Louis Vuitton (LVMH), Dior and Givenchy, have several shops here. Renowned jewelers are also located here, such as Bulgari. The Canadian embassy is also located in this street.
7. Montmartre: Standing 130 meters high, this hill has the white-domed Basilica of the Sacré Cur at its peak. The peak is also the location of a nightclub area. Many renowned artists had their studios in the community, such as Vincent van Gogh , Salvador Dalí, Modigliani, Claude Monet and Pablo Picasso.
8. L’Opéra: This refers to the area around Opéra Garnier, which probably has the most number of offices and department stores in the city.
9. Quartier Latin: This is the academic district, where several colleges and universities are located. There are shops and lively bistros all over the area.
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Author Hugh Parker Morevacationstv is a blog about vacation destinations and a great way to get there. to fin out the scoop on the buzz visit us by clicking mor vacations Thank you, Hugh Parker
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The more the merrier might be a good slogan for the Orlando vacation homes that are available to visitors to Disney World and other Orlando area attractions. Why is it a good slogan? The more people that you bring in your group, the greater the savings you get in your accommodations budget. And when I talk about savings, I am not considering budget lodgings, but fully equipped luxury mansions with up to 5000 sq. feet of space. If you would like to bring a large family or sizeable group to Orlando, then read this article and you will find out how you can take advantage of this opportunity.
In case you are wondering what the vacation homes are all about, let me give you an overview. You can rent two to eight bedroom homes in the vicinity of Disney World on a nightly or weekly basis. The homes are located in resort communities, some of which are as close to a five minute drive from Disney World. Others are located no more than 15 minutes from Disney and close to other Orlando attractions.
The Orlando Vacation homes are fully furnished and equipped with many amenities including: private or community swimming pools, air conditioning and heating, fully equipped and ready to use kitchens, big screen TVs, home entertainment systems and in some cases spas and game rooms.
In addition to the luxurious amenities, the homes are conveniently located. Not only are they close to Disney World and other Orlando area attractions, but they are well served by nearby restaurants and shopping malls.
Suppose you are planning an Orlando vacation for a group of 12 people. If you had to accommodate everyone in a hotel then your daily and weekly hotel bill will be quite high. However, you can get a five bedroom, 4.5 bath vacation home for around $200 per night. The per-person, per-night cost is less than $20. Try matching that in any hotel!
If you are coming with a smaller group or normal sized family then you can also save. Lets look at another example. You can get a three bedroom vacation home for $115-135 per night. The variation in price depends on when you visit Orlando. The holiday periods of Christmas, New Year, and Thanksgiving are peak periods and the prices a slightly higher at these times.
Do the math and you will see that whether you are traveling in a small or large group it works out to be cheaper to stay in a rental home rather than a hotel. In addition, the comfort, convenience and flexibility that rental homes provide means that you can take advantage of the low prices without sacrificing your comfort and enjoyment. In fact, enthusiastic vacationers who have stayed in vacation home rentals say that the homes are much more enjoyable than the hotels.
So, if you are planning a vacation at Disney World and Orlando, then select the vacation home that is right for your family or group and make your reservation today.
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Janice McSherry writes frequently on Florida tourism. She is the proprietor of Homes Near Disney, and can show you some excellent deals for Orlando Vacation Homes
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More Vacations at Dutch W. Indies
The Dutch W. Indies, which is sometimes referred to as the Netherlands Antilles, is a wonderful place for more vacations. It is not surprising since the Dutch W. Indies is just made up of two groups of islands. The first group is made up of Curacao and Bonaire, which are just near the Venezuelan coast. The second group is made up of Sint Eustatius, Saba and Sint Maarten, which are in the southeast of the Virgin Island. Given this very island-y setup, it is no wonder that people flock into the Dutch W. Indies for more vacations. In fact, tourism is one of the top industries in the Dutch W. Indies, along with international finance, shipping and petroleum.
In a few months time, the five islands will be separate governing entities, under the dissolution of the federation of Dutch W. Indies by December 2008. Under the agreement, Curacao and Sint Maarten will become autonomous regions of Netherlands; while the rest will become cities of Netherlands.
Of the Dutch W. Indies islands, Sint Maarten probably enjoys the most attention, with the number of tourist flocking the place for more vacations. The Dutch W. Indies island is known to be the best place for more vacations, shopping and just about anything you can think of doing on a holiday.
At the Dutch W. Indies island of Sint Maarten, you can enjoy countless of water activities. You can go sailing, diving, snorkeling, kayaking, body-boarding and just about everything else. You can even go Kite-surfing or Fly-surfing. There are available lessons for all these water activities.
The daredevils will also enjoy the opportunity to do a parachute jump. Or, if you want something closer to the ground, you can go mountain biking, hiking or horseback riding. Nothing compares to this kind of excitement during your days of more vacations
Else, you can opt to go to the museums for a little culture and history. There are art galleries you can visit. You can also go on land tours of nearby islands.
And of course, do not forget the Sint Maarten beaches, which are perhaps , the islands best attractions. In total, the island has thirty seven beaches for all its thirty-seven square mile land. The ambience at the beach is nothing but pure paradise. You get a variety of cuisine, from fun food like pizzas and burgers to local Caribbean cuisine. Shakes and cocktails abound, while you lie on your beach chairs for a little tan.
There are commercial beaches and semi secluded beaches, to suit your need for privacy. There are even nude or topless beaches in Sint Maarten if thats your thing.
If what makes your heaven is great food, then youll find it in the island. Sint Maarten is known as the Gastronomic Capital of the Caribbean. It has more than three hundred restaurants, serving a variety of cuisine. You can have simple and delicious barbecued ribs and chicken, or you can go for exquisite French cuisine. It all depends on your whim and wishes. Else, you can opt for extraordinary Thai, Vietnamese, Italian, Japanese, Indian and Tex-Mex cuisine. It really depends on what your hearts (and stomachs!) desire.
ever repeat themselves once. Bon Appetit!
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Author Hugh Parker Morevacationstv is a blog about vacation destinations and a great way to get there. to fin out the scoop on the buzz visit us by clicking mor vacations Thank you, Hugh Parker
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Vacationing in Greece is a pleasure in any season. Most folks opt to visit Greece during the summer months, when the sun is high and the surf is warm. But little do people know that a visit to Greece during the winter months can be equally as exciting and fulfilling, and even more steeped in pure Greek culture.
The benefits of visiting Greece in the winter months (considered December through March) are that while most of the other tourists are off vacationing elsewhere, those who call Greece their home embrace the off-season tourists with a first-hand look at what it means to be Greek.
For those of us who enjoy a little less of the tourism factor in our vacations, Greece in the winter is the ideal get-away. Hiking, biking, any exploration of nature is easier now, with the slightly cooler weather, and the number of other tourists at a minimum. Winter is the time to delight in the food the locals savor, to enjoy the nightlife known only to the locals and to participate in some activities and celebrations the locals relish only with their own.
Skiing in Greece is an after thought, or nonexistent one for most looking to vacation, while in fact, Greece provides some of the best skiing mountains in the world. Macedonia, Pelion, the Peloponnesus, Pelion and other cities to the north have ski centers and chalet type buildings in the mountains that provide ski lifts for downhill as well as cross-country runs.
Because Greece is blessed with such a temperate climate and beautiful natural environment, sailing in the winter is also a preferred sport by some. The cooler weather and less hustle and bustle from tourist crowds make it easier and even more enjoyable to sail and enjoy the natural surroundings. Whether it is bird watching, or ruins exploration.
Island culture abounds in the winter months, when tourists do not outnumber the locals. The usual tourist spots that are open in the summer months tend to close come wintertime. This means that the establishments that are open, are regular spots the locals visit. In turn, this generally means better Greek food to enjoy, and better yet, deeper, richer Greek culture including dog slide races, river wild rafting, and Alpine skiing.
Another great positive for enjoying Greece in the off-season, is of course, the lower rates. Traveling over seas is already costly enough, but if Greece is calling you, add lower rates on everything from airfare to hotel rates to the list of positives.
Apokreas, or carnival season, takes place in Greece around the end of February. The island of Skyros, Athens and Patras hold huge celebrations at this time of year. Apokreas refers to the time right before the 40 days of fasting before Easter begins. This involves feasting, celebrating, drinking and dancing - every night. What better way to see Greece than during this time, when many locals are celebrating more than they do the rest of the year?
More reasons to enjoy Greece in the wintertime is that ferries are always running to and from the mainland to the islands. If the weather becomes questionable or nasty, travel may become difficult, but for the most part, winter weather still tends to be quite exceptional.
The ruins are much more enjoyable to visit during the winter. The crowds are not in place, and neither is the heat. So it is easy to linger among the ruins, such as the Acropolis, the monasteries on top of the rock towers in Meteora or the Oracle of Delphi. One of the most amazing views of Athens can be seen from the Acropolis at sunset. Part of the reasoning behind visiting Greece is, no doubt, to explore the history of the native land, and the ancient ruins, so why would not someone want to take as much time as possible?
The picking of olives and production of olive oil is an important aspect of living in Greece. Homer referred to it as a “liquid gold” which is more a true statement today then he could have ever believed. A full 60% of Greece’s cultivated land is devoted to growing olives. The fruit is hand picked by families and even relatives and neighbors join in on the fun. Since this process generally starts toward the end of the year, those visiting Greece during the winter can help pick olives themselves, and really be a part of Greek family traditions.
With so many reasons to visit Greece during the winter months, how could anyone who is thinking of planning a trip not be seduced by the history and natural beauty that are in abundance in this amazing Mediterranean country.
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Nick Nikolis is working in Atlantica Hotels and Resorts as It manager and operates Olive Garden Houses in Rhodos Greece. Atlantica Hotels and Resorts is a Europe Hotels chain currently offering lodging services in Cyprus Greece and Egypt. Check here Greece Hotels and Cyprus Hotels.
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There are several reasons why Eastern Europe is the best place to visit for your stag weekend and lots of them involve guns, guns, and more guns!
There is a whole range of locations across Eastern Europe, offering different shooting experiences. At many of the ranges you will get the chance to feel the recoil of some pretty big guns, some of which are not allowed at ranges in the UK. With the help of professional instructors you will get the best out of learning how to hold, shoot and reload with some of the most fantastic weapons in the world.
Warsaw offers a unique stag weekend pistol shooting experience. With both indoor and outdoor ranges, you can practice hitting a variety of targets with some real mean guns. Pistols are very reliable and accurate and many of them come with high-tech design and can function in the most punishing conditions. Aircrews and security officers generally use the .38 calibre pistol that comes in two and four inch barrels. There is a whole range of .38 pistols and revolvers many of them special issue for police and army officers many of which are made by Colt, Ruger and Wesson. Its a unique opportunity to feel the experience of shooting these powerful pistols with expert guidance and knowledge from enthusiastic guides.
The AK47 is one of the most famous fully automatic weapons in the world. Not available to shoot with in the UK, you can have the chance to experience the intense power this gun throws at you. Originally designed by the Soviets, it is now widely used over the world and is a film favourite. In Budapest you get the chance to feel like Stallone or Arnie at a range with different types of targets and a chance to shoot 25 rounds with the 9mm Glock. The vz.61 Skorpion is a submachine gun, which was designed for close combat. It has an open butt stock and a magazine of 10 rounds. Used by police and counter terror units can be fired in single shots or can be changed to full automatic for real power.
Clay Pigeon Shooting is a more relaxing shooting experience. The sport is ever-growing in its popularity and is a favourite for people you want to experience the power of shooting a gun at a moving target while relaxing in great surroundings and taking your time. There are many disciplines and targets available. The standard target weighs 105 grams and is around 110mm diameter. Others sizes are called the Rabbit, which is thicker than the standard, Battue, which is very thin and flat, or the Mini, which is particularly hard to shoot as it is only 60mm across and 20mm thick.
Shooting is a great way for the group to bond and bring out their competitive side. Bear in mind, its also good to start at the beginning of your weekend so that you can all concentrate and have a clear mind when handling such powerful weapons.
About the Author
Josey Walker - The Founder & Managing Director of party organisers Stag Republic and Hen Nation. Stag Republic have been organising made-to-measure stag weekends abroad and hen weekends in Eastern Europe since 2000. More recently popular destinations include stag weekends in Riga and Budapest. For interviews, images or comments contact: Josey Walker Stag Republic Phone: 00 3630 34 99 015 Email: info@stagrepublic.co.uk
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