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Virgin Mary apparitions in Medjugorge near the Croatia border are the reason millions of visitors have travelled to the holy site since 1981.Medjugorge (Medugorje) is actually in Bosnia Herzegovina about 25 kilometers from Mostar and somewhat inevitably the apparitions are contended by many including the bishops of Mostar.But that does not stop the visitors coming in their droves, all year round. Our lady of Medugorje has, according to believers, been making regular apparitions in Medugorje since 1981 back in the days of what was then Yugoslavia. One...

Thursday, March 22, 2012


Visit Mount Batur an active volcano, whilst enjoying a relaxing villa holiday in Bali.You can take a break from enjoying the pool and playing in the waves and take a trip inland to spectacular north eastern mountainous area of the island where mount Batur dominates the skyline.Mount Batur first erupted back in 1804 and it has been in a more or less constant state of eruption ever since. Its lake, Danau Batur is the largest of the islands crater lakes.You can take an organised trek to the 1,717 metre summit of the mountain which is known locally as...

Monday, March 19, 2012


Silves castle is a major Algarve holiday attraction visited by numerous holiday makers all year round.The impressive fortified walls of the Castelo de Silves are an impressive sight and if you delve into the somewhat treacherous history you can see that they needed defending on a number of occasions during the middle ages.Richard the Lionheart was one of the many crusaders from kingdoms throughout Europe who assisted the Portuguese Christians in overthrowing the Moors who conquered the city and renamed it Xleb. Fortunes were reversed on a number of...

Sunday, March 18, 2012


Aqualand in Corfu is reputedly amongst the most amazing aqua parks in Europe, a claim which may well be right.The park is absolutely huge and boast a wide range of attractions including the Crazy River, the Lazy River, Giant slides, The Hydri-tube, the Four Twisters and the Black Hole, all sure to provide thrills and spills whilst you can also relax in the huge Jacuzzi and pool.For younger children there is an equally huge variety of entertainment with children’s waterslides, the screaming frog, shower mushrooms and a host of indoor games as well....

Wednesday, March 14, 2012


Alhambra palace in Granada is one of the major tourist sights in Andalusia attracting visitors from all over the world.A villa holiday in Andalusia is primarily all about relaxing and enjoying the sunshine but there are some things which should not be missed and the Alhambra palace is one of them.Set against the magnificent backdrop of the Sierra Nevada mountains which are often snow capped well into early summer the palace dominates the skyline and within is a feast for the eyes.From close up the outside of the palace doesn’t look much, but that...

Tuesday, March 13, 2012


Rome in 3D at the interactive museum of Rome, an innovative view of the Eternal city to help you get the most out of your visit.The amazing thing about Rome is that so much of it is intact that with a little help you can envisage much of ancient Rome as it must been in the first century. Previously you either needed to be well read and have a very good imagination or buy one of those photographic books with overlay images to complete the picture.Now there is a modern day answer located right near the Coliseum in Rome, 3D rewind. The 3D rewind recreation...

Monday, March 12, 2012


Self drive holiday makers to France need to heed a new law which comes into force this summer.As of the 1st of July 2012 drivers will be obliged to carry two self test alcohol breathalyser kits in the car and can be fined 11€ if failing to comply. Furthermore as of 1 November 2012 the driver can be obliged to carry out the breath test in the vehicle.The aim is to bring down further the death rates on the roads in France, something which the French government has avowed to do. Two kits are required so that there is always one unused in the car.In the...

Friday, March 09, 2012


Mont Saint Michel from Brittany, a visit worth doing whilst staying in a holiday villa in Brittany. This is one of the most visited tourist attractions in France.I have visited the Mont St Michel on two occasions and each time I left thinking, what a unique experience, I must do that again. Many have shared that feeling.A visit to the Mont St Michel should be well planned to get the full benefit of the experience as it is not just the beauty of this remarkable island seemingly marooned just offshore from the mainland which is appreciable but also the...

Thursday, March 08, 2012


Pyla sand dune in Gironde, France, is a holiday attraction which attracts numerous tourists (one million) each year, many of whom climb to the top of the highest sand dune in Europe.The Great dune of Pyla known locally as la dune du Pyla or Pilat measures a massive 107 metres altitude, it is 500 metres wide and an incredible 3 kilometres long. The dune of Pyla is located in the Gironde department of France next to the town of Pyla sur mer which falls in the municipality of La Teste de Buch in the bay of Arcachon.Visitors to the dune often take a picnic...

Wednesday, March 07, 2012


Holidays villas self drive options. Which are the most popular resorts to drive to and what are the merits of taking your own car.Self drive villa holidays are as popular as ever despite considerable competition from the thriving low cost flight sector. The two key factors for choosing a self drive holiday in a villa are cost and convenience.It doesn’t matter which country you are coming from there is no doubt that if you can drive to your holiday house within a day then taking your own car is an overwhelming good choice. To be able to pack all...

Tuesday, March 06, 2012


Unusual villas for your holiday, here is our pick of the really special properties in our fantastic range of out of the ordinary, unusual villas.This recommended choice of four is made from our knowledge of the villas and places concerned coupled with feedback from our clients holidays, we hope it helps you make the right choice for you. Do look at our unusual villas range as it really is something special.The first choice as in many of our listings has to be the VID24 La Chatronnie, Dordogne , France, as however much we try we find it hard to find...

Monday, March 05, 2012


Tignes X games 2012 take place between the 14th and 16th March and with perfect snow conditions expected to continue it should be another very special event this year.The best free-style skiers from around the world will be in Tignes Val Caret (2100m altitude) to compete on the custom make slopes and superpipe. There will be eight events in all for the top men and women on skis, snowmobiles and snowboards.Expect crowds in the thousands from far and wide flocking to Tignes for this years event. So if you haven’t already booked your ski holiday...

Monday, February 27, 2012


The Cote d’Azur in France has some of the finest golf courses in the world with the added advantage of a superb climate which allows you to play in the warmth all year round.This is our selection of golf courses in the French Riviera to help you choose where you want to play during your villa holiday in Cote d’Azur. Set high above Monte Carlo with amazing views of the sea is the Monte Carlo golf club.There are three golf clubs near Grasse which include Golf du Claux Amic, Golf de la Bastide and Golf du Claux Amic.There are two golf clubs...

Saturday, February 25, 2012


Confiserie Florian Pont du Loup is the Cote d’Azur answer to Willy Wonker and one of the regions best known producers of traditional Provencal confiserie.So for those of you wondering what confiserie is think Willy Wonker and your more or less there. Visitors to the Florian establishment at the entrance to the dramatic gorge du loup can take a tour and see the production process in action of some of the tastiest goodies you will ever come across.The big confiserie specialty of the region is fruit confit which is sugar preserved fruit. It is a...

Monday, February 20, 2012


 
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