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The Canary Islands are home to over 500 beaches of all kinds, each offering a wide range of activities. Endless stretches of white sand and turquoise waters to wander along, beautiful unspoiled bays where you can sunbathe, surrounded by natural landscapes, beaches for the family with all kinds of amenities and with teams of lifeguards…
Prior to the COVID19 pandemic many world experts were discussing the possibility that the Avian Influenza (‘Bird Flu’) virus would mutate and jump across the species bridge and change from being an animal-to-animal disease to one which could be easily passed from human-to-human with devastating consequences. The morbidity / mortality of Avian Flu is significantly…
Let Summer come early this Spring with deals from €425pp to the Canary Islands from Dublin, Cork, Shannon, and Belfast with Cassidy Travel, Abbey Travel & Stewart Travel. Fly from Dublin Airport to the Canary Islands Fuerteventura from €434pp Depart on the 4th of March. Flights included. Stay for 7 nights at Fuerteventura Beach Club Book with…
Dublin – Andorra: Depart 5th March 2023. Staying at 2*+ Manzano Apartments, Pas De La Casa for 7 nights on a self-catering basis from €389pps (based on 4 sharing). Andorra’s ski resorts are rated some of the best in Europe for learning to ski. Groups flock here for the lively nightlife – which costs a…
It’s over half a century since John F. Kennedy helped the United States of America win the space race against the USSR by landing two men, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, on the moon. Today, the Kennedy Space Center, named after 35th President of the US, welcomes thousands of visitors every year, giving them the…
Travelling is always an exciting prospect. The idea of exploring a brand-new place many miles away is something that all of us enjoy and look forward to. However, travel abroad should always be treated with an appropriate degree of caution and preparation as there are many risks associated with travelling. Keep reading to learn about…
Today, World Surf League (WSL) North America announced that the Barbados Surf Pro, the final event of the North America 2022/23 Qualifying Series (QS), upgraded from a QS 3,000 to a QS 5,000. This event will run March 27 – April 2 and include the fifth edition of the Live Like Zander Junior Pro In…
By: Rhe-Ann Prescod With seven exhilarating days on the high seas, Barbados Sailing week officially kicked off the Caribbean racing season. Held in January, the week attracted crews and spectators from the USA, the UK, Italy, Australia and even Poland. The sailing week was organized by the Barbados Cruising Club and the Barbados Yacht Club…
Dublin – Andorra: Depart 5th March 2023. Staying at 3* Poblado Apartments, 3*, Arinsal for 7 nights on a self-catering basis from €339pps (based on 4 sharing). Andorra’s ski resorts are rated some of the best in Europe for learning to ski. Groups flock here for the lively nightlife – which costs a lot less…
Gofio from the Canary Islands is a food of great value that has been a part of the islanders’ culture for over 1,000 years. Recognized by the European Union as a Geographically Identified Product (PGI), it is made using the same process as the aborigines of the islands in traditional mills. The secret to its…