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July 17, 2013 by jfalbelda

Language Travel in Malta

Language holidays are becoming increasingly popular among travellers who want to discover the culture and traditions of a new country and combine this experience with learning, developing or perfecting their skills in a foreign language. As a major world language in both business and tourism, English is much sought after, whether for professional progression or effective communication on holiday and one of the most effective ways of learning English is to completely immerse yourself in the language, speaking to fellow English students, teachers and locals on a daily basis.

A former British colony and therefore one of the world’s few truly bilingual countries, Malta is the ideal location for an English language holiday, offering language tuition against a stunning backdrop of historical architecture, beautiful beaches, colonial culture and, the pièce de résistance, a pleasant climate.

architecture in Malta

July 12, 2013 by jfalbelda

Like to Be Beside the Seaside? Brits and Beach Resorts

The British are obsessed with weather; this is not a secret, as it is the go-to opening conversation topic for nearly everyone in England. It’s no surprise then that British people, fed up with unpredictable and often disappointing weather, favour warm climates when heading on holiday. For the ultimate in sun-seeking, search for beach hotels so you can chill out by the sea without packing a “just-in-case” rain mac. Here are two fantastic beach resorts to consider.

Costa Del Sol

On the south coast of Spain, this popular holiday destination is gloriously hot during the summer months and has some beautiful beaches to relax on. Costa del Sol literally translates to mean “the sunny coast” and has temperatures of 25-30 degrees in the summer. Even during the winter months the Mediterranean climate means that it doesn’t drop below 14 degrees during the day. Sample tapas and sangria at one of the regions bars and soak up the Spanish culture before heading back to the shore for another helping of sun, sea and sand.

Sharm el-Sheihk

The top holiday destination in Egypt is Sharm el-Sheihk with its Red Sea coast and views of Mount Sinai. The white sand beaches and azure blue seas are draw enough to visit the resort, but for those who think beach breaks are too chilled, Sharm el-Sheihk is home to some of the best water sports around. The wonderfully clean blue water lends itself to snorkeling and scuba diving both of which are recommended and there are plenty of facilities around for you to give them a go.

Beach holidays are great for the whole family as adults can enjoy reading a book in the sun or trying watersports, while kids are content to play by the water. Beaches in the UK are great, but the weather is temperamental at best. Guarantee yourself sunshine to go with the sea and sand by booking a hotel on a beach resort.

July 11, 2013 by jfalbelda

Bagging a bargain with cheap package holidays

It’s never been easier for enthusiastic travellers to hit the road or take to the skies. Thanks to increased competition in the market, improved transport links and the internet, it’s now possible for holidaymakers to take advantage of superb deals to a plethora of destinations. However, for the best results, people need to think carefully about what sort of deals they are after.

Anyone who wants to completely relax and cast their money worries aside while they’re taking trips to traditional holiday destination can make the most of cheap package holidays. As a general rule, packages like this tend to work out cheaper for seven, ten or 14-day trips to traditional holiday destinations. However, it’s worth noting that holidays of different lengths or to less visited spots can be cheaper on a DIY basis, meaning consumers can sometimes save themselves cash by booking transport and accommodation separately themselves.

On the other hand, it’s definitely worth bearing in mind that certain all-inclusive package deals that include food, drink and entertainment can represent a real bargain and are the ultimate in stress-free vacationing. Once holidaymakers arrive at their destinations of choice, they can forget all about finances and simply enjoy themselves.

Package holidays can be ideal for anyone who wants to catch some winter sun and places like the Caribbean have long been a favourite among travel lovers. Its turquoise waters and white sands provide the perfect backdrop to a relaxing break and no matter what sort of holiday people are looking for, they can find it among these islands. OK, so it’s possible for people to spend a fortune on luxurious breaks to this part of the world, but by choosing their location and travel provider carefully, individuals can benefit from surprisingly low-cost packages. Other winter travel options for budget-conscious consumers include Tunisia, the Canary Islands and North Cyprus.

Certain European destinations also offer low-cost package deals. Those after some sunshine should make sure they travel in late spring, summer and the early fall period. Northern Spain can be inexpensive and it is less crowded than the south of the country. With plenty of wide, empty beaches, picturesque mountains and friendly resorts, these areas are ideal if you want to discover a different side of Spain.

Moving East, Croatia has also been a destination to watch as of recently. With its blend of rustic authenticity and stylish glamour, it offers stunning and unspoiled inland areas, which might just be the ideal alternative to some of the more visited coastal areas and their heftier price tags during the summer.

Finally, bargain hunters can also cast their sights east of Croatia to Bulgaria. With its sandy beaches, lush forests, magnificent mountains and cosmopolitan cities, it’s no surprise that this country is a hit among holidaymakers. That said, it still offers excellent value for money.

June 26, 2013 by jfalbelda

Caribbean Spotlight: Tobago

Tobago is a southern Caribbean island connected to the island of Trinidad. Tourists from around the world flock to Tobago for fun, culture, and a carefree tropical vacation. The bulk of the nation’s tourist activity happens around the well-manicured southwestern portion of the island where many of the most renowned resorts are located. These popular areas include Crown Point, Store Bay, and Pigeon Point. Then, of course, there are the beaches, of which Castara, Englishman’s Bay and Bloody Bay are among the most notable and pristine.

March 15, 2013 by jfalbelda

Why the hell would you go to Kansas City?

Yes my friends, a very valid question. Kansas City is in fact one of the most random US cities you could possibly conjure up, hell, it’s not even in Kansas! But, when my job with Jeep required my presence in middle America, I heeded the call. There are cheap flights to Kansas City from almost all parts of the country as it’s pretty much at the epicenter of our great nation, so it ain’t so hard to get to believe it or not.

I spent 5 full days in Kansas City, Missouri for the auto show, probably longer than anyone who’s not from there would plan to spend in such a place, but to tell you the truth, it’s actually a cool city, and has a way more sizable, clean, fun and interesting city center than other bumblefuck metropolises – I refer to Saint Louis, Louisville and Greenville, South Carolina.