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Featured Travel Blogger: Time Travel Turtle
Written by Juliet Samis August 21st 2012

We’re really excited to kick off our featured travel blogger series by catching up with Michael Turtle from Time Travel Turtle – we chat about what he thought of the Olympics, why he started travelling around the world and where he’s off to next: 1. You mentioned that you were recently in

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Highlights from the 2012 Olympics
Written by Samuel Natoli August 6th 2012

One week down and the Olympic spirit is burning brightly across the UK while we get caught up in the action in London. Of course there have been some unforgettable successes from Team GB, but there are so many stories from nations around the world (205 countries and more than 10,000 athletes), which

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Enjoy the Heat but Beat the Sun: Top Sunscreens this Summer
Written by Juliet Samis July 30th 2012

If you’re heading to a sunnier climate this summer, one of the first things on your packing list should be sunscreen. For many people, using sunscreen is second nature, (according to the Daily Mail, as a nation we spend £259 million per year on sunscreen products but still suffer the damage of UV

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What to Wear: Beach Holiday Edition
Written by Juliet Samis July 19th 2012

What to wear on holiday can be as big a question as where to go – forget to pack the right shoes or swimwear, and you could be out of pocket as much as the cost of your flights! Once you’ve booked your all-inclusive sunshine holiday, everything is taken care of but your wardrobe. Here […]

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Best Cabaret in Benidorm: Benidorm Palace Night Shows
Written by Juliet Samis July 11th 2012

People who like a bit of knees-up fun will love the cabaret scene in Benidorm, where it’s gala night every night and the programmes are stuffed with world-class performers. Although there are hundreds of popular cabaret bars, show bars, discos, and live comedy and music venues, Benidorm Palace is

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Rain, Rain, Go Away: Best Sunshine Getaways
Written by Juliet Samis July 11th 2012

As the rain tips down outside, it’s beginning to feel like we should have bought flippers and a snorkel this year instead of summer sandals. That got us thinking – where is the best holiday weather in the world? This is a controversial question particularly as how hot is too hot? Humid or dry? B

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Race Day in Valencia!
Written by Juliet Samis June 19th 2012

Football is not the only reason all eyes are on Spain this weekend; Formula 1 is another major June event! Hosted at Valencia’s Street Circuit, the track runs through the city’s marina and over a 460-foot swing bridge. Although many parts of the region of Valencia are lively during the summer mo

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Spain Blogs: An Expat’s Guide
Written by Juliet Samis June 19th 2012

Once you’ve settled in a city, it can be hard to write about it with new eyes. Hence some of the most interesting travel blogs out there are written by expats. These writers can recommend museums, restaurants and landmarks that may be interesting to people who don’t know the place, and they can

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Felíz Día del Padre: Holidays with Dad in Spain
Written by Juliet Samis June 18th 2012

Father’s Day may be over, however, there is still time to treat your dad to a belated gift and tickets for a Spanish golf holiday provide the perfect summer treat! Your dad has worked hard and deserves some time to relax in the sun, whether that’s with a round of golf, goofing around on a [&hell

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Hidden Gems of the Costa Blanca
Written by Juliet Samis June 12th 2012

The “White Coast” of Spain is one of the country’s busiest spots in summer, bursting with British holidaymakers who come to catch a few rays. If you’re looking to enjoy the natural reserves and beaches of this region, Alicante is the place to be in June. Just to whet your appetite for the su

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