Enjoying one of the finest climates in all of Spain, the Costa Blanca attracts holidaymakers all year round. Boasting over 300 days of sunshine every year and having some towns with unique micro-climates, such as Torrevieja, Santa Pola and Calpe, which are listed amongst the healthiest places on earth to live, the Costa Blanca weather making it a popular area for relocation, especially for north Europeans, attempting to escape the dismal, wet climates of their own countries. The summer months June to September are especially hot and very little rainfall is experienced during these times, the worst months to visit are generally November, February and March, the most pleasant months to visit being May and October, when nice weather can be expected without the high temperatures. Map of Costa Blanca.
October 18, 2009
September 6, 2009
Galicia North Western Spain
Spain’s most north-westerly region, Galicia is also its greenest, experiencing considerably more rainfall, and cooler temperatures than most of Spain. Galicia is still a poor region and most of its inhabitants are involved in either agriculture or fishing, with 3 of its 4 provinces having an Atlantic coastline. Visiting Galicia is like stepping back in time and many of its farm are too small for tractors, still using horses to pull ploughs and work the land. Its coastline is indented with fjord-like “rias” the best known example being the Rias Baixas (Lower Rias) in the south-west bordering Portugal. Galicia’s best known city is the holy city of Santiago de Compostela, built on the reputed site of the burial place of Saint James the Apostle, Santiago de Compostela is Europe’s second most important place of pilgrimage after Saint Peter’s Rome. The fishing industry is of very important for the region and the port and city of Vigo is the main supplier to Spain’s fish trade. Galicia weather is different from much of Spain with cooler summers and wetter winters, the coastal resorts are popular and the region has some excellent beaches. Galicia comprises 4 provinces, Ourense, A Coruña, Lugo and Pontevedra. Galicia Map.
Other interesting towns in Galicia include Betanzos, Mondonedo and Pontevedra.
July 29, 2009
Holiday Destinations – Turkey
One of Europe’s growing holiday destinations, Turkey provides a wide range of wonderful opportunities for tourists and families. Turkey is unique in straddling 2 continents, a place where East meets West and has a wealth of historical and archaeological sites. It offers a wide mix of choices for its visitors, whether they are looking for the traditional beach holiday, or a more cultural experience. The Mediterranean coastline has plenty of super coastal resorts offering a climate similar to Greece or Spain, one of the best known is Bodrum, an ancient city and now a renowned resort, with fine sandy beaches, here you can enjoy the wonderful Turkey weather with hot, dry summers and mild winters. In the capital Ankara, visitors will find a huge variety of historical sites – a real cultural experience to savour, it has a history stretching back almost 4,000 years. If you have not yet visited Turkey, and are looking for somewhere a little different for your holiday, why not try this ancient and interesting country. Turkey Map.