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If you love the smell of orange blossom and the taste of home-made ice cream, invigorating mountain walks and gentle seaside strolls, the town of Soller in Mallorca will suit you down to the ground... read more »
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Forget Majorca's package-holiday image - the island's capital, Palma, makes a decidedly chic choice for a short break, with a lovely old town, great bars and restaurants, and even a crowd-free beach... read more »
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The Majorcan countryside has some of the prettiest landscapes in Spain, and over the past few years some gorgeous places to stay have opened. Here are five of the best... read more »
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Known to many as an 18-30 destination, the Spanish isle of Ibiza isn’t a first choice to get married. But with rustic charm, great weather and charming venues – there are few places that could top it... read more »
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From Pacha and Amnesia to Privilege and Cocoon, VIP entry means five-star treatment, privacy – and space. How does the system work, how much does it cost and what do clubbers get for their money?... read more »
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Most visitors to Majorca’s capital, Palma are pleasantly surprised by its cosmopolitan and upmarket feel. With the feel of a sanitised Barcelona, Palma is a easy city to explore and enjoy.... read more »
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To sample a real slice of Spanish life, head for the sunshine capital of the Balearics, Palma de Mallorca... read more »
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Majorca was never on my travel wish-list - until a trip to the quaint, historic town of Pollensa revealed that there's far more to this Spanish island than sun, sea and sand (though they're there too)... read more »
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Far from the madding crowds, Pollensa in north Mallorca is perfect for families who want peace, quiet, sun and sea, but also good food and great wine... read more »
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When the hordes have departed and the sun has mellowed, the true magic of a holiday in Ibiza is yours for the taking during the laid-back winter months... read more »
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You'll have the beaches to yourself, five-star hotels at three-star prices, mild even warm weather, fields carpeted in wildflowers, uncrowded roads and guaranteed peace. Welcome to a different Ibiza... read more »
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Away from the noise and clubbing hordes, Ibiza has some great restaurants, dishing up wonderful local food and drink to suit all budgets. Here are five of my favourites...... read more »
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For a taste of life in Spain, rent a villa in the suburbs of Cala’n Bosch in Menorca, with your own pool to chill by and the sea just walking distance away... read more »
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Take a break from Mallorca's turquoise waters and drive inland to the heart of the Serra de Tramuntana mountains for breathtaking vistas, the best lamb and an idyllic boutique hotel to hide away in... read more »
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It’s the surprises that make Western Menorca special – the secret is knowing where to look.... read more »
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I’ve swum with dolphins in the Bahamas, stayed in the Amanjena in Marrakesh and floated in the Dead Sea in Jordan. But for me, Ibiza has the real magic.... read more »
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Whether your destination is Sicily or Sardinia, Majorca or Corsica, it's really exciting to arrive by boat. If, like me, you don't own an ocean going yacht, take a ferry; they operate all over the med... read more »
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Planning a holiday in Ibiza and want to combine a family-friendly resort with some great places to eat and drink? Then Santa Eulalia's the place you need to be...... read more »
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When it’s all gone Pete Tong, why not lift your spirits with the all-essential clubbing weekend in Ibiza?... read more »
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