Sunday, 21 February 2016

30 things you need to see in fascinating Spain



By Nicola Brady
  

From Flamenco to FC Barcelona and Finisterre, Nicola Brady brings you the ultimate Spanish bucket list.

1. Climb Picos  de Europa

Think Spain is just about beaches, tapas and ­sangria? Well, think again. Picos de Europa is an epic, sprawling set of mountains, with craggy peaks and formidable trails. Take the Fuente Dé cable car up and trek the final section - you'll see people sprinting up and down as you go (a rather dispiriting sight). Tick another item off the bucket list with a stay in the nearby Parador de Cangas de Onís, a former monastery.

2. Follow in Hemingway's Footsteps

If the running of the bulls at Pamplona had one loyal fan, it was Ernest Hemingway, who attended the festival nine times and used it as the setting for The Sun Also Rises. Follow the Hemingway route in Pamplona and you'll take in his favoured haunts, like Café Iruña, Bar Txoko and Hotel La Perla.

3. Take a Picasso trail in Malaga
Want to walk in Picasso's footsteps? Pay a visit to Malaga, where you can soak up the artist's genius in the house in which he was born. Don't miss the museum either. The brainchild of the man himself is housed in a gorgeously restored 16th-century palace.

4. Visit Cabarceno Natural Park

Fancy a bucket-list safari, without the long-haul flight? Cabarceno Natural Park is a beautifully rugged stretch of land in Cantabria. But this ain't your normal park. Look out upon the sweeping hills and you'll spot buffalo roaming as elephants graze, while a herd of fallow deer pass them by. And that's before you get to the giraffes or gorillas. It's a pretty incredible sight to behold.  ..... keep reading ...  http://stfi.re/kljjpw

Thursday, 18 February 2016

You need to see the best 10 German Cities


BY Artemis Pittara

Oktoberfest might be the biggest beer fest in the world and Germany’s most famous event, but this country has much more to offer than beer, sausages and lederhosen. Get ready for a tour through historical cities, impressive parks, fairytale castles, vibrant nightlife, excellent seafood and magical Christmas markets. We discover the other side of Germany. ..... >> http://snip.ly/fyjv7





      










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Wednesday, 17 February 2016

Formentera is the most beautiful beach in Europe




By Annie Bennett, destination expert

Ses Illetes beach, on the island of Formentera, the smallest of the Balearics, has been named Europe's best beach by users of TripAdvisor.
I can understand why. When people first clap eyes on Ses Illetes, their default reaction is full-on gawping with their jaws well and truly dropped. Formentera is often compared with the Caribbean due to its fine, white sand and transparent, pale turquoise water. The only problem is that Ses Illetes is just a narrow strip of sand which gets absolutely crammed in summer, which rather ruins the Mediterranean idyll thing – unless you find crowds entertaining rather than annoying...........>>  http://stfi.re/rgoyywj

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Tuesday, 16 February 2016

You need to know Top 10 Things to see in Turku, Finland


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By Billy Poon


Located in the south west of Finland, Turku is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. It is by far the oldest city in the country and as such, there are many historically significant buildings and culture. Here, The Culture Trip lists the 10 things to see and do while visiting Turku.




Turku Castle (Turun linna)
This is one of the oldest buildings in use in the city; and the largest medieval building in Finland. The castle was built in the 13th century and features an architectural style with noticeable Swedish influence. Visiting this castle enables you to get a glimpse of how nobles lived centuries ago. There are costumes available for you to wear should you want to play a game of dress up while visiting.


Turku Art Museum (Turun taidemuseo)
Turku is considered as an artistic town by many, and it’s s not difficult to see why. At the Turku Art Museum, there are many different sections and exhibitions in this museum where you can easily pick a favorite genre of art. From historical Finnish art to modern dark room photography, these comprehensive exhibitions will leave an everlasting impression.