Family Adventures in Spain

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ARTICLES

Unsinkable Adventures in the Mallorca Sea

By Andrew Regan

More and more people are looking towards adventure holidays when it comes to their next trip away. Whatever takes your fancy, whether it's hang gliding, skydiving or risking life and limb trying out caged shark diving, it's no secret that some locations are better than others for these thrilling ventures.

Mallorca, with its Mediterranean climate, offers itself beautifully to all kinds of sports relating to the ocean. With warm waters, hot beaches and a toasty sense of hospitality, Mallorca really lends itself to water-based adventures. That's why so many people flock to this glorious island every year to learn how to snorkel and scuba dive. With safe, open waters, Mallorca is the perfect location to learn.<<more>>

Touring in Spain

By Alan Liptrot

Smaller than France and larger than California, Spain is replete with impressive mountain ranges and high plateaus, which provide a source for major rivers such as the Ebro, Tagus and Guadalquivir. To the west, the country shares a border with Portugal, whilst to the north, the Pyrenees separate Spain and France. On the African continent, borders are also shared with Morocco through the cities of Ceuta and Melilla, which remain Spanish territory.

Apart from many uninhabited islands in the straits of Gibraltar, including Perejil, the Kingdom rules over larger islands such as the Balearics in the Mediterranean and the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean. One of the more unusual territories is Llivia, which is entirely surrounded by France. After the treaty of the Pyrenees in 1659, the comarques of Capcir, Conflent, Northern Cerdanya and Vallespir were ceded to the French, however the treaty specified that villages only would pass into French hands. Llivia, though small, was considered a city due to its status as the ancient capital of Cerdanya, so remained Spanish.<<more>>

Spanish Adventure Holidays

By Roxanne Bridger

When most people think of Spain, they think Sun, Sea and Sangria. But what about the people who are looking for more than just your average beach holiday? Spending your time visiting museums, taking in local culture and sampling regional foods are all a great way to explore a new city, but once all that's over, then what?<<more>>

How to Go Biking in Barcelona

By Daniel Lesser

What could be more exciting than taking a bike ride through the beautiful streets of Barcelona? There is just something very peaceful and refreshing about a leisurely bike ride through a breathtaking European country. Not only will you and your guests have a chance to get a good workout, but you will be able to see a lot of beautiful scenery in the process.

Barcelona has a very bike- friendly atmosphere and there are many bike lanes on the roads. Combine these features with the sunny weather and this is the perfect combination for bicycling.<<more>>

Rock of Gibraltar - Whale & Dolphin Watching Trips

By Allex Wilson

Gibraltar is located towards the southern coast of Spain and it offers amazing range of activities and an opportunity to watch dolphins, semi-wild apes and whales. People can indulge in activities such as shopping and windsurfing or spend time quietly over the great beach and enjoy incredible views. The place is actually connected to Spain but has remained a British territory since a very long time ago. This means that one needs a passport to visit this place.

Gibraltar was made due to protrusion of an enormous limestone catering to the best and most incredible views that one can ever have across the sea to towards Africa. The height of the rock is about 412 m that corresponds to 1400 ft.² above sea level. To reach the top of this rock you do not have to indulge in trekking or climbing. It takes approximately 6 minutes to reach the viewpoint over the rock by the cable car ride.<<more>>

5 Great Driving Tours of Spain

By Mairead Foley

After spending some time relaxing and sightseeing in Barcelona, drive along the scenic and spectacular Costa Brava to S'Agaró in the Girona area. This road trip is over 100km and along the AP7 road.

You could spend some time at the beach at S'Agaró before heading to historic Figueres the birthplace of esteemed artist Salvador Dali. To get to Figueres, take the A7 and the E15, and it is a 93km drive. Spend some time at the Dali Museum whilst at Figueres.<<more>>