Saturday, November 22, 2008

Benidorm Beauty

This article is a brief introduction for visitors to get a taste of what wildlife in Benidorm covers. The naturally diverse town of Benidorm is set in the foreground of the impressive Puig Campana Mountains in Costa Blanca. Benidorm is home to a variety of wildlife attractions which appeal to nature enthusiasts, families and tourists alike, while being one of the five most populous towns in the Alicante province.

The natural side of the locality is emphasized on a lot and visitors will enjoy an interesting, educating and pleasant visit to one of the many sites to view the wildlife of Benidorm. Benidorm has a wide scope when it comes to wildlife attractions, comprehensively covering all aspects of the flora and fauna which are local to the region, with a few exceptions included in the wildlife parks! Wildlife attractions here include nature parks, safari parks, animal parks, submarine trips, snorkelling and the likes.

One of Benidorm's most famous wildlife parks is its Terra Natura Park. The flora and fauna found in these four main areas explore the exotic locations and guests will feel as though they are travelling through the three featured continents.

There is also the Aitana Safari Park high in the Aitana Mountain range, which is home to a wide variety of animals such as lions, tigers, elephants and buffaloes. On the other hand travellers can choose to head over to the Vergel Safari Park, where they can drive through the park in a car. There are a wide variety of exotic animals here and the experience will be one to treasure.
The aquatic wildlife of Benidorm is also briefly mentioned. Travellers can opt to scuba dive or snorkel to view the marvels held underwater.

Monday, November 17, 2008

Location Attraction

"World renowned beaches, shopping, historical attractions, traditional Spanish cuisine, an ardent love for partying... These are but a few of the aspects which Majorca boasts of."

This article gives the reader a rough idea of what to expect from a holiday to Majorca and the different parts of the island. Starting off with a basic outline of the islands regions, it then goes into depth to explain the main attractions of the Majorca and where they are to be found. These include the different terrains such as the mountainous region of Tramuntana and the famous Llevant beach area.

It also gives a feel of the island life by describing the food and drink of the area and shows the wide scope of Majorca. There are several reasons why Majorca has become such a well known tourist region. One of these reasons is because of its reputation for catering to the younger partying crowd. However, drinking is not only restricted to the younger crowd, a lot of wines are consumed and those interested in wine tasting can visit a bodega for tours.

It also names a few of the beaches, ideal haunts for families, nature enthusiasts and sport fanatics. Besides the shopping its known for, Majorca has also built itself a reputation for being home to world renowned golf courses, which are built to put both professional and amateur skills to test.

This article gives readers an insight into Majorca, Palma and Magaluf. It illustrates the diversity of Majorca and how it has a lot to offer to a varying crowd of holiday goers. Majorca has long been synonymous with the term "sun, sand and sea" and it never fails to deliver. The two main tourist resorts for Majorca are Palma, which is the island's capital and the resort of Magaluf in the south.

The main and most talked about family attractions are touched on first. There are numerous family oriented attractions in Majorca. These include the fun filled Aqualand Water Park in El Arenal and the Golf Fantasia Course in Palma Nova.

It then goes on to the shopping aspect of Majorca, as this is what a lot of the holiday crowd look forward to. A few essentials regarding shop opening and closing times are given as well, as travellers may not be expecting this. Besides clothing stores, travellers can also enjoy a break from shopping at one of the many cafes which dot the sidewalks.

For the wealthier tourist, an outline of international designer label stores is given as well, along with other stores like specialist stores. It also gives the reader some idea of the markets and the products sold at these markets. There are many different types of markets to be found such as stalls selling fruit, vegetables, meat and dairy products, and local items such as a large choice of Majorcan pottery, leather goods and handmade things.

The party scene in Magaluf is emphasized on with a few of the more famous clubs mentioned. To show the versatility of this region, other examples are also given such as go karting, etc.

Thursday, November 13, 2008

Nice Destination

The island of Majorca has a something for everybody. From seasoned party goers to families on their first vacation! Majorca has long been synonymous with the term “sun, sand and sea” and it never fails to deliver. There are several types of hotels in Majorca, some which provide basic accommodation and are ideal for those looking for minimal amenities and those who do not intend on spending much time in their rooms. 5 star Majorca Hotels are also available and come lavishly equipped with a plethora of facilities. The two main tourist resorts for Majorca are Palma, which is the island’s capital and the resort of Magaluf in the south.
Let’s start off with family attractions in Majorca. There are lot of family related attractions in Majorca. These include the fun filled Aqualand Water Park in El Arenal and the Golf Fantasia Course in Palma Nova. Another such attraction is the Majorca Auto Safari in Sa Como, which is in essence, a 4km drive through open countryside and the chance to see monkeys, giraffes, zebras and the likes. The Majorca Auto Safari also has a baby zoo which is a hit with both children and adults alike!
Moving on to shopping Majorca is a shopaholic’s Mecca, providing them with everything from high luxury items to low priced traditional goods. Travelers will find that most shops are open from 10am to 1:30pm and then again from 5pm to 8pm. This is from Monday to Friday and on Saturday mornings. However, tourists will also find that a majority of the souvenir shops are open every day. Shops such as El Corte Ingles department store chain, Pryca and the Gigante chain of supermarkets, on the other hand are open throughout the day from Monday to Saturday.
All across the island of Majorca, flea markets are found. There are different types of markets from fresh produce stalls to those selling authentic handicrafts, which make for a perfect and unique present for those back at home. These markets are the ideal place to test out your haggling skills!

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Introduction to Hotels

A hotel is an establishment that provides paid lodging, usually on a short-term basis. Hotels often provide a number of additional guest services such as a restaurant, a swimming pool or childcare. Some hotels have conference services and meeting rooms and encourage groups to hold conventions and meetings at their location.[citation needed]In Australia or Canada, the word may also refer to a pub or bar. In India, the word may also refer to a restaurant since the best restaurants were always situated next to a good hotel.