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The best holiday destinationThere is no better place to start than the country named the best destination for a holiday in 2012 by the Lonely Planet travel guide. Uganda has stunning scenery and an impressive variety of wildlife.

In southern Sudan to the north, the Democratic Republic of Congo to the west, Rwanda and Tanzania to the south and east of Kenya, there are plenty of options for travel after you’ve enjoyed everything that Uganda has to offer.

One of the most popular activities for travelers in Uganda is to observe wildlife. And of all the animals that live in the country on a mountain gorilla endangered species is the most famous, more than half the world’s remaining population living in the jungles of Uganda. Bwindi National Park is the best place to see these majestic animals, and while you’re there you can also enjoy the greatest variety of birds in Africa, Uganda is also the source of the Nile, if you like adventure Uganda might be the target for you.

London

There is only one place to be this summer and what better place than London to the Olympic Games in 2012. It is a wonderful event that can not lose if you want to witness history. Make a reservation or booking now, because the closer to the games you decide to travel more difficult will be to find hotels in London.

Spain

There are plenty of reasons why Spain remains a popular holiday destination. The weather is always warm and airlines battle each other to offer the cheapest flights. Read the rest of this entry »

Destination Galicia mountainsThe Ancares are par excellence the Galician mountains, a mountain of average height that separates the autonomous region of Castile and Leon, and it hides in its winding terrain a lot of little treasures to discover. If Ancares winter are the perfect destination to enjoy the snowy landscape, in summer you impregnarte full nature hike between streams, forests and wildlife.

The mountain of Ancares lies east of the province of Lugo, and reaches the land of Bierzo Leon. Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, the environment is protected given its significant natural values. The Ancares remains the stronghold of the Iberian wolf, who after years of decline has now begun to recover their populations. Roe, deer and various types of birds can be easily seen in the forests of these mountains, but if what we want is to make a path to spot different kinds of wildlife, it is best to contact them before on the habits and distribution of animals.

The best option to stay in the Ancares is to do in a typical farmhouse, which can be easily found in the various villages in the municipalities of Cervantes, or Baralla Becerreá. These are traditional establishments, some with a couple of centuries old, and perfectly equipped to recreate the environment of Galicia more stale, but with all the comforts of the moment.

This is a perfect trip for a weekend getaway, a good plan to take the kids and enjoy contact with nature and breathtaking landscapes. In the various tourist information is inside the Biosphere Reserve provide detailed data on different routes on foot, bicycle or car.

Destination Madagascar and ZanzibarIf you thought the summer holidays by the colors, smells and tastes exotic, Africa is the ideal place to travel and colorful paintings on the scenario where you have the feeling of being teleported to a time gone by. Magnificent sunsets, wonderful sea and sincere smiles full of joy of those who can live cheaply, because it is invisible to the eye that matters.

All this will be in the African islands, where you will spend a holiday but not a dream.
Cape Verde, West Africa

We start from Cape Verde, an archipelago of ten islands of volcanic origin, caressed by the Atlantic Ocean. White beaches, and pristine wilderness, valleys and deserts that’s all you will find on each of these ten islands divided into two groups: Ilhas do Barlavento located in North and South Ilhas do Sotavento

Sunset on the beach in Cape Verde, West Africa

If yours is a holiday in search of adventure and contact with the locals Cape Verde islands are those that make for you Boavista and Santiago, which offers a minimal structures to enjoy everything that makes these havens will not find in nowhere else.

If you love holidays sophisticated nightlife and without this will be your oasis of peace, as well as enjoy the natural spectacle also refined dinners of freshly caught lobster, accompanied by excellent Portuguese wines and spirits will call the local palate, the aromas of the place .

Everything will be accompanied by “sound Morna”: a mix of European and African sounds that will enliven your dinner at sunset and your night dances. (The rights of the photos used belong to Christian Mueller was).

Budapest travel destinationIn Hungary we can find as its famous capital city of Budapest, which also serves as a reference the most important cultural, commercial and industrial nation. It may well be regarded as a city of classic European charm, where the climate is pleasant all year and lived a calm quite in contrast to what is the proper American cities. A good destination for those looking to have a relaxing holiday in an urban ideal, though of course it is also necessary to know some of the most outstanding deals for travel to the city.

Let’s start entering MuchoViaje where we find some remarkable as the package offers six days in Budapest advantage, available for November. It is worth mentioning that the cost of the package is 206 euros and exits are made from Madrid.

If it is cheap, then cheer for eDreams, where we can get flights from Madrid through Czech Airlines 342 euros or through Malev for 175 euros.

If you intend to travel from Barcelona you can do it Francepor Air 305 euros, 189 euros in Malev by Spanair or for 209 euros.

If you’re starting from Prague, Malev flights can get for 220 euros, Czech Airlines 294 euros or 213 euros for easyJet.

For those wishing to travel from Bilbao may choose to travel on Air France 492 euros, 431 euros TAP or Spanair over 291 euros.

From Malaga we can get flights on British Airways 358 euros.

From Valencia we travel by Swiss by 306 euros, 400 euros in Alitalia, Iberia for 384 euros or 380 euros for Air France.

The beauty of the building AzpeitiaIt may not be the town of Azpeitia the first thing that comes to mind when talking about the places and the most important tourist cities of the Basque country, but the truth is that this city located in the province of Guipuzcoa has a very outstanding beauty and a host of monuments and buildings that are a must for all lovers of European culture.

If anything they will learn to appreciate those who are lucky enough to visit this beautiful city is the nature that surrounds the entire structure, houses and all buildings in the city have an old style and are surrounded by vegetation and mountains in all their training, all green and natural scenery.

While the city is not known to tourists arriving from other parts of the world, the truth is that it is a few miles from San Sebastian, and minutes from the coast of Zumaya, therefore those who will be visiting some of these countries can not miss the opportunity to make a few miles and visit this beautiful city.

The Basilica of San Ignacio de Loyola is the obligatory visit with guests arriving, the architecture of the basilica combined with the beauty that is the garden and places that make the site gives an ideal landscape for an afternoon and to know your interior. Within the center of town is historic venues such as the Parish of San Sebastian and the Palacio Anchieta also worth visiting.

The Red Sea JordanTravel to Jordan: Know the Red Sea in Jordan. It is one of the best places to visit and explore southern Jordan, with an idyllic setting for discerning holidaymakers, especially in Aqaba, which is synonymous with fun, where you can organize day trips and spend an enjoyable evening.

It is a place full of the wonders of Jordan, including enclaves outstanding and first class hotels, which ofreceninstalaciones clean for visitors and where you can find beautiful and attractive places and make unique purchases.

Although I must say that the greatest resource is the Red Sea Aqaba where you can enjoy one of the best diving in the world, are its mild climate and gentle water currents have created the perfect environment for corals abound and develop a multitude of marine life.

You can swim with sea turtles and dolphins as they dart between banks of colorful fish. There are night diving excursions, where you can admire the nocturnal sea creatures such as crabs and lobsters, are organized by different lkugar dive centers, instructors who will take you to the same place.

The favorite destinations of tourists in Argentina for EasterA mass exodus is true what has been witnessed by the trans-Andean country roads leading to various tourist destinations due to this long weekend.

According to sources in the secretariat of Tourism marplatense, employment in the coastal city of Mar del Plata for excellence is 70 percent. And there’s more: For Sunday and Monday morning, the passenger transport companies joined a hundred additional units to meet the demand. The move is consistent with statements made by the Hotel Association Gastronomy who reported a marked degree in sales. As for accommodation, five star hotels are most needed: the occupation is over 80%.

Other places chosen by the tourists in Argentina are Sierra de Los Padres and the Laguna de Los Padres. There, among the main attractions are the mountains, the zoo and nurseries, tours of crafts and fifth positions where they sell fruits and vegetables.

Navarra Museums throughout the yearInvesting time in culture is always a good option, especially this time of year in Europe starts to have warmer days and spring. For them, the museums and exhibition halls Navarre from Navarre attract curious visitors these days, from home or outside, who have decided to invest part of their holiday time in some art. For them, the offer is primarily focused on archeology, star of several interesting exhibition events in different locations, and of course, art in many different times and in many different languages​​.

On the other hand, lovers of culture will also be found with archeology, because these days Navarra invites other encounters with art, including in some cases special events to mark these dates for Easter. Oteiza Museum of Alzuza, for example, intend to visit, in addition to its permanent collection Oteiza 1908-2003, the exhibition dedicated to Palazuelo and specifically to his Paris period (1948-1968), around which it has organized a program including educational workshops and exposure visits.

El Museo Muñoz Sola de Tudela also offers special events these days: on the one hand, guided tours, becoming a fixed target in the range of options that can be accessed by visiting Navarra.

City of Antwerp and diamond districtThe city of Antwerp, the capital of Flanders, is a destination for visitors interesting and beautiful places, despite not being a destination so recurrent among travelers. One of the things that bring fame to this city in the world is to be the main point of size, buying and selling of diamonds in Europe. Nothing less.

In the center of the city of Antwerp (Antwerpen in Flemish), near the central station, is located the popular resort of Diamondland where diamond dealers and jewelry manufacturers are mixed racing and valuing each of the pieces. Next to them, curious, buyers, collectors and even couples who are looking for an engagement ring adorned with this important building.

Five centuries ago in this city are carved diamond in the rough come mainly from African mines. Before the business was exclusively in the hands of the Jews. Today, while still participating in this activity are many companies engaged in the sale. In the main building Diamondland, which of course has exceptional safety and security measures, four sacks and an extensive exhibition of vendors, much higher than that of other major diamond centers worldwide.

For tourists it is perhaps more interesting to visit the Diamond Museum. They explain the whole process from extraction of the stone until its sale to the public. You will note the work of master carvers and admire a huge and priceless collection of diamonds.

So famous diamonds have led to the city that this district has been dubbed “the diamond district.” No matter what your pocket can not afford it, visit this place is always an interesting experience to go through Belgium.

Visiting Estoril in EuropeThere are countless reasons to visit Estoril, Portugal. Destiny of Kings and only 20 minutes from Lisbon, is one of the most privileged as a gift to the tourists not only beauty but also magic.

Located in the westernmost part of the continent, and that’s why it has become the place of the setting sun for excellence in Europe. And even more special even at this date.

The Cabo de Roca known as the Promontory da Lua (Moon Promontory), queen among the cliffs, and is one of the most important places to watch the magical sunsets over Europe.

Estoril every corner of exhibiting a unique landscape to enjoy a different sunset. From natural areas such as Cabo da Roca, Sintra and Peninha da Boca do Inferno, in the comfort of the Hotel Oitavos or terraces Tamariz beach or Peter’s Bar

Cascais Bay

Now, independent of all the wonderful places you can find here to observe the spawning of the sun, the beach is undoubtedly the favorite scene to watch the sun dip into the ocean and the bay of Cascais offers 18 different options to do . The quiet Praia do Acute contrasts with the urban beaches or Rainha Conceicao.

Other recommended beaches are those of Abano, Avencas, Azarujinha, Bafureira, Carcavelos, Conceiçao, Cresmina, Duchess, Moitas, Parede, Little, Ribeira de Cascais, Rainha, Sao Pedro de Estoril or Santa Marta.