Beautiful White Ibiza Island

June 28, 2012

Ibiza is known as the White Island as it has a lot of white buildings and beaches. It was famous in the mid 20th century for a prominent “hippie” culture and beaches for the nudists.

Variety

There is a lot of offering at Ibiza for the individuals, couples or families. For the young generation, the island’s vibrant nightlife attracts them with an afternoon kickoff at the beachfront pubs and bars as well as the town center. The rollicking atmosphere continues until dawn with many discotheques blasting away their music.

Besides the beautiful beaches, Ibiza offers a pure Mediterranean culture practiced by the local population that settled in Ibiza many decades before. Hence, one would enjoy many historical and rich culture and tradition through the historical monuments and artwork found on the island.

Getting to Ibiza

Ibiza can be accessed by ship or plane. There are many ports at Ibiza; a ship arrival may be slower but more enjoyable with the beautiful natural landscapes throughout the journey. Couples and honeymooners would enjoy the romantic journey to Ibiza. There are many ports of disembarkation from Spain.

One can also choose to fly into Ibiza from any major Spanish cities such as Barcelona, Alicante, Valencia and Mallorca Island. The flight is short and convenient with many regular flights from the major Spanish airports. It is easy to get into Ibiza from the airport with the plentiful public transport or a rental car.

Sightseeing

One of the main attractions in Ibiza is its beaches. There are several wonderful beaches; one of them is Playa d’en Bossa at the south. Here one can sight Islas Malvinas which is a group of small islands. Also in the north, one can enjoy Cala Llonga and Cala Talamaca.

Santa Eulalia would be another good choice of sightseeing at Ibiza. Santa Eulària des Riu is a picturesque village with some exquisite modern buildings and beautiful beaches; namely, the Playas de Santa Eulalia, Es Canar and Cala Blanca.

San Juan is another great spot in Ibiza to enjoy some fantastic beaches at Cala Portinatx, Cala de Sant Vicent and Cala Xarraca, ferienhaus an der costa brava. Here, there is the interesting Cueva des Cuieram which is a historical cave with a unique Carthaginian temple inside.

Sant Miquel is close by with more beautiful beaches and natural landscapes that are worth checking out especially for nature lovers and environmentalists. There are many quaint little villages with whitewashed homes in Ibiza for the tourists to check out at leisure.

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An Idyllic Paradise at Formentera

June 28, 2012

Formentera is one of the smaller islands of Balearic Islands. This island is only 90 square kilometers with 5200 inhabitants; it is situated 11 miles off Ibiza on its south east. It forms the Pitiusas of the Balearic Islands with Ibiza.

Being small, one can view the sea from any part of Formentera; numerous lovely beaches and tranquil bays with incredible grottos can be found.

Mediterranean Paradise

Formentera entices tourists with its pleasant climate all year through; its springtime tempe...


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The Virgin Attraction of Cabrera

June 28, 2012

Cabrera may be the smallest island amongst the Balearic Islands but it still holds a big punch as a holiday resort. Cabrera faces Mallorca’s southern coast and one might think that Cabrera may feel intimidated against the largest of Balearic Islands.

Nevertheless, Cabrera holds a special place in the hearts of locals and tourists who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of life in their concrete jungle at home. The lonely beaches at Cabrera may have one feel like the amazing Robi...


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The Breezy Vibrant Island of MENORCA

June 28, 2012

Mehr über Menorca refers to the winds that breeze through Menorca Island daily. The local legend implies of the winds’ impact on the local inhabitants’ personality.

This idyllic island attracts many tourists every year throughout the year for its pleasant climate; especially those who want some water sports like wind surfing and kite surfing.

Island offering
Menorca Island holds a lot of attractions for the tourists. There are many places of historical interest that would awe the touri...


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Modern Mallorca for the Tourist

June 28, 2012

Mallorca is the biggest islands in the Balearic Islands cluster. This island is fondly known as the “Mediterranean Lady” for its elegance and delightful offerings.

There are numerous cities, ports and beaches around Mallorca. It has everything a tourist would desire or need for a fantastic holiday.

Tourism development

Tourism started in the 1920s when Mallorca was discovered as an ideal holiday resort. This discovery was made by mostly artists and intellectuals who were attracted to t...


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Enjoying a Mediterranean Paradise with Balearic Islands

June 28, 2012

The Balearic Islands are known as the Mediterranean paradise in this part of the world with two clusters of islands; the Gimnesias which comprises Cabrera, Mallorca and Menorca and the Pitiusas which comprises Ibiza and Formentera.

The Gimnesias cluster of islands is on the north while the Pitiusas cluster is found at the southwestern part.

Rich offering

One of the greatest attractions from the Balearic Islands is the excellent consistent climate of sunshine throughout most times of the yea...


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Small Continent of Gran Canaria

June 20, 2012

Gran Canaria is one of the many islands making up the Canary Islands. It is commonly referred to as the small continent because of the different landscapes found here and which are very varying one from another. You will find American, African and European vegetation on the island thus it looks more of a small continent which has something small from every corner of the world.

In the middle of the Gran Canaria, there is a majestic mountain range dominating and it has a very high peak. The mo...


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La Gomera - The Mountain Island

June 20, 2012

La Gomera is part of the Canary Islands in Spain and is dominated by mountains hence the common reference to as the Island of mountains. You will find the island’s landscape pretty amazing with the massive mountain heights then falling in to the sea in a magnificent manner bound to take any breath away. Alto de Garajonay within the island is now a declared National Park and you can enjoy an interesting time within it exploring and enjoying the many things that it has to offer.

One of the m...


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Excursions in Gran Canaria

June 20, 2012

Gran Canaria has a lot of things to offer to all tourists who choose it as the ideal place to spend a holiday or vacation in. It is a land with amazing but very different landscapes and every exploration journey is most enjoyable and interesting to the liking of every visitor coming here. It is one of those places that you will be looking forward to know what the next area has to offer different from where you are. Excursions within the island are pretty amazing.

Tejela: it is very outstandi...


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Excursions in El Hierro

June 20, 2012

Tamaduste, on the northern part of El Hierro Island has a very beautiful and attractive natural basin. It has crystalline water and a few activities can be enjoyed from here. Monacal on the other hand has huge natural basins near the coastline and it also has luxuriant vegetation. Another great attraction that you will find here is an old settlement that has stone houses and straw roofs. It is pozo de las Calcosas and is definitely worth admiring on your journey.

Mirador de la Pena is a wond...


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