This attraction is on the unusual and wacky side and will appeal to all ages. It is a good way to get out of the heat of the day, as a lot of it is undercover, or to visit at night, when it is lit up. The highlight is the upside down house, which is a fictional history and full of quirky facts. It is surprising and fun and makes a change from a day at the beach.  The 4D rollercoaster and the 4D/5D theatre are unique and very popular with teenagers, as is the laser shooting game. The onsite grill is reasonably priced and the fajitas are highly recommended! The park is a good place to spend 4 or 5 hours and admittance fees are 24 euros adult.

The house of katmandu in Magaluf, Mallorca, Spain by Rafael Ortega Díaz

Caves of Drach

These caves are situated near Porto Cristo and are composed of beautiful rock and limestone formations, set against semiprecious agates. The stalactites and stalamites glisten in the wide expanse of underground caverns, four in total and the visitor to the caves can travel for more than a mile underground. At the end of the caves there is one of the largest underground lakes in the world. All this is set to music and illuminated with an artistic multicolored light show. The acoustic qualities of the caves lend an ethereal atmosphere to the experience.

Caves of Drach, Majorca, Spain by no

Cap de Formentor

This stunning bluff of cliffs, shaped over time by wind and waves, is named the “meeting point of the winds” and is a good example of the more natural side of Majorca. Standing on the cliffs, the wind will surround you and the waves below will be crashing onto the rocks. A nearby lighthouse will give stunning views of the sea and relaxation can be found on Formentor Beach. The area is a dramatic 20 min drive  from Port de Pollenca and is Majorca’s most northerly point. The Formentor Hotel is a good place to stay, with a mix of remoteness and classic luxury.

Cap de Formentor, Majorca, Spain by Sethaphopes

Serra de Tramuntana

This provides a chance to see the unspoilt Majorca, away from the tourists. The limestone mountains stretch along the entire northwest coast and are suitable for hiking, walking and day trips. The drive along them is twisty and turny, with lovely scenery, small villages and towns such as Valldemossa and Soller. Lush green gives way to bare rocks and The Canyon of Torrent leads down to the wild sea.

Serra de Tramuntana, Majorca, Spain by Pete Gonçalves

S’Albufera Wetlands

This area is free to visit and bikes can be hired locally to explore the open spaces and tracks. Many species of birds can be seen in spring and autumn, but it is also a good place to get out in the fresh air and have a walk around. Nature comes first here and the area is very eco-friendly. Food should be taken along and the bus from Porto Pollensa is a good way to get there.  Butterflies and Mediterranean birds are the main attractions here, alongside the chance to visit the largest wetlands of The Balaerics. These days you can get great rate holidays to the island of Majorca so now is perfect time to pack your bags and get to see these wonderful sights.

S’Albufera Wetlands, Majorca, Spain by Kiko Piris

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On a Clear Day You can Visit Cape Clear
Even if it’s not a clear day, a visit to this southernmost island of Ireland is a great getaway. The island of Cape Clear, also known as Clear Island, is a small island southwest of County Cork with a population of about 100 people. The inhabitants speak Irish and English so it will give you the opportunity to experience the native culture and language. The island is accessible by ferry or by private boat.

Stop at Nearby Sherkin Island
Sherkin Island also lies southwest of County Cork, near the southern tip of Ireland. It is a small island in Roaringwater Bay that is only about 3 miles long and 1.5 miles wide. It is a quaint place with a population of approximately 100 people. A visit to Sherkin Island will provide you with the chance to interact with the local people and take in Ireland at its finest.

Go North to Tory Island
Known in the Irish language as Oilean Thoraigh, Tory Island is a small island off the northwest coast of County Donegal, near the northern tip of Ireland. Most of the 130 or so people that call Tory Island home speak Irish as their first language, but can understand and communicate in English. You can reach Tory Island via a ferry which runs daily from April to October and five times a week the rest of the year.

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Keep Your Eye on Ireland’s Eye
Formerly part of the City of Dublin, this small uninhabited island lies just offshore in County Dublin. It is located directly north of Howth Harbor, a small peninsula on the north side of Dublin Bay. A stroll around the island will reveal its history in a Martello Tower and an 8th century church. There are also natural attractions to explore, such as ‘the stack,’ a huge free-standing rock on the northeastern corner of the island.

You Must See Beautiful Garnish Island
Garnish Island is a local name for a 37-acre island in Bantry Bay, in the southwestern part of Ireland. It is also called Ilnacullin, which means ‘isle of holly.’ The island is famous for its beautiful gardens and is a popular attraction for horticulturists from around the world. It has also been featured on numerous television shows highlighting the beautiful trees and shrubs.

Visit the West Coast and See Achill Island
The largest island in Ireland, Achill Island is located on the west coast, in the northwestern part of Ireland, County Mayo. Due to its size and location, Achill Island has the distinction of being accessible by means of a bridge from the mainland. It has a population in excess of 2,700 people. Achill Island is a quaint place with a number of small villages to explore. The island, which is comprised of 87% peat bog, has a history dating back to 3000 B.C.

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Go Southwest to Bere Island
Bere Island, also known as Bear Island, has a history going back more than 2,000 years. It is a small island in Bantry Bay, west of County Cork, in southwest Ireland. The population of Bere Island exceeds 200 people. It can be reached by ferries that carry foot passengers and light vehicles.

See Dursey Island While You’re Nearby
Not far away is a small island that has only about a dozen wintertime residents. Dursey Island is the westernmost island off the southwestern tip of the Beara Peninsula, in County Cork. It is connected to the mainland of Ireland by the country’s only cable car. Riding the cable care is one of the prime attractions for visiting Dursey Island.

Visit the Popular Inis Mor Island
Inis Mor Island is one of Ireland’s most popular tourist destinations and is a must see for any visit to Ireland. It has a tremendously rich history and resembles an outdoor museum. It is the largest of the Aran Islands off the western coast of Ireland and boasts more than 50 monuments of Christian, pre-Christian, and Celtic heritage.

See Nearby Inis Oirr Island
Since you’re in the area anyway, you may as well travel a bit south in the Aran Islands and see the nearby Inis Oirr Island. Inis Oirr is the smallest of the Aran Islands and closest to the mainland. It has a rich history and also boasts a beautiful beach, rare plants and flowers, and incredible scenery.

Guest post from Tracy Sheldon. Tracy writes about boat insurance for BoatInsurance.org.

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If you should head to the Canary Islands then you will be certain to have a great holiday and there are many things that bring visitors to them time after time. First of all, these islands boast incredible weather. Being just off of the coast of Africa they are very hot as you can imagine, and this makes them ideal for beach holidays and for relaxing in the sun. At the same time as islands they also have lots of beach, and many of these are great for surfers.

The tourism on many of these islands is very pronounced meaning that there is a lot laid on for anyone wanting to visit including great nightlife and clubbing, and lots of places to eat and relax. However the islands are also known for their unusual and often stunning scenery – these islands feature volcanic terrain that looks sparse and desolate and almost like the surface of the moon or Mars.

If you want to visit the Canary Islands then you have several options of places to visit:

Tenerife

Of the Canaries, Tenerife is perhaps the best for night life and the one most associated with clubbing holidays and nights out drinking. To this end it has a fantastic strip of clubs and activities and a hugely bustling nightlife. At the same time though it also has plenty to do in the day and has great beaches and places to eat. One of the sites of most interest for tourists is undoubtedly Mount Tiede which is a volcano you can travel to the top of. Here the volcanic terrain is perhaps at its best – and interestingly this was actually the site on which the original Planet of the Apes was filmed.

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Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria is another great spot if you’re after a good nightlife and the best spot for that is the YUMBO center which has everything you could need for a great night out. Again the island also has brilliant beaches for relaxing and even a small desert that you can trek through and get some great photos.

Lanzarote

Lanzarote is similar to both Tenerife and Gran Canaria in terms of climate and night life, though it enjoys a slightly more muted evening out with a little less drunken debauchery (though some of that still goes on) and a marginally cooler climate due to an ever-present breeze. This makes it the Canary island of choice for those who want to relax and kick back. At the same time it is also the island with the most impressively varied landscape of all – with more volcanic terrain, as well as mountain ranges, another desert and even caves. At the volcanic region of the island you can also enjoy having your dinner cooked for you by the heat of a volcano.

Nick Ball is a web enthusiast and maintains a Lanzarote Guidebook for all his travel queries which he likes to share through his blog. The latest column added to his guide are the list of Flights to Lanzarote.

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