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Fiestas of the Patron Saint of Pollença: Moors and Christians
The Mock Battle between Moors and Christians is on August 2. [Link]
Festivities of Mount Carmel: maritime processions and celebrations
In the ports of Pollença, Andratx, Porto Cristo, Portocolom, Cala Rajada… [Link]
Get wet for Multiple Sclerosis
The bathing will take place on Sunday, July 11. [Link]
Offers in the Region of Valencia
FLY WITH PARAGLADING!, 130€, SANTA POLA, Adventure sports, Comunitat Valenciana
First contact with paragliding: come with Sureste . A safe, amazing and exciting sport, discover it in Santa Pola. [Link]
ADVENTURE IN THE NATURE, 50€, MONTANEJOS, Adventure sports, Comunitat Valenciana
Enjoy doing sport with Geoextrem. Canyoning in Montanejos (Castellón) [Link]
LIVE PAINTBALL , 25€, BOCAIRENT, Adventure sports, Comunitat Valenciana
Paintball in the deep of the mountain range with quality tours . For 10 persons in Bocairent [Link]
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In search of Kunegunda: A journey to the past in a Polish country churchyard
The winner of this year's Independent on Sunday travel writing competition, held in association with Bradt travel guides, is Marie Kreft for her piece entitled "Rumia: a love story". Here it is in full: 
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Travel challenge: A family holiday in the Austrian Tirol
Every week we invite competing companies to give us their best deal for a specific holiday. Today: a week in the Austrian Tirol. Prices are for a family of four travelling in the second half of August and include flights departing from Gatwick. 
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Iceland: The bare bones of a beautiful island
I'm standing on top of a windswept cliff, 20 metres above sea level on the north coast of Iceland. It's two o'clock in the morning in the middle of June and it's cold, but the sun is still up, bathing everything in gorgeous golden light. I've travelled here at the request of Icelandic colleagues to examine the bones of a … [Link]
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¿ Y si nos vamos al campo ? Reflexiones de un hombre tirado en el sofá.
Las ciudades tienen sus puntos beneficiosos: tenemos todo aquello que queramos a mano, los hospitales quedan a tiro de piedra, y cuando tenemos un día vago ( como a mi me pasa hoy ) podemos pedir que nos traigan la cena a casa…que inventos. Claro está que no todo lo que reluce iba a ser [...] Artículos que pueden interesarte:Museo … [Link]
Ya podéis seguirnos a través de Facebook
Estamos de estreno, No Solo Viajeros ya tiene su propia página de Facebook. Así pues, todos aquellos que tengáis cuenta en esta red social ya tenéis otra manera de poder estar al día acerca de lo que vamos publicando en el blog ( y de lo que no se llega a publicar también ). Además [...] Artículos que pueden interesarte:Inglaterra … [Link]
De visita por el Parque de la Naturaleza de Cabárceno, en Cantabria.
El otro día os hablaba del Parque de Atracciones de Madrid, hoy os traigo también otro parque español, solamente que en esta ocasión no de atracciones, sino natural. Me estoy refiriendo al Parque de la Naturaleza de Cabárceno, ubicado en la comunidad de Cantabria. Hacía ya bastantes años que no me pasaba por este lugar, [...] Artículos que pueden interesarte:Visita … [Link]
NYT > Travel
It's Not Too Late to Hit the Road
Lonely Planet is releasing a free road trip itinerary each week until Aug. 30. [Link]
[A Bicycle Tour Through Remote Southwest Canyon Country
A bike trip in the Southwest includes remote canyons, spectacularly empty roads, challenging climbs and, happily, strategically placed hotels. [Link]
Next Stop: A Dining Explosion in a Tiny Basque Town
In northern Spain, apprentices of acclaimed kitchens have struck out on their own, creating exciting food that’s not just for the rich. [Link]
Travel | Mail Online
UK breaks: Botanist David Bellamy on why campsites should protect the environment
In an exclusive interview, botanist David Bellamy explains the thinking behind his Conservation Award Scheme, which ranks campsites on their environmental impact. [Link]
Luxury cruise ship for millionaires sells residences for £10m
With £10m residences, a luxury shopping emporium and a Wolseley-run restaurant, it is the ultimate luxury cruise… if the 'membership committee' lets you in. [Link]
Dead whale found pinned to Princess cruise ship iin Alaska
The whale discovered at the bow of a Princess Cruises liner this week is the third such creature to have been involved in an accident with the company's vessels in a decade. [Link]
Ayuntamiento de Madrid – Notas de prensa
Nuevo asfalto para la calles de Madrid
Madrid pavimenta Madrid 2010 incluye 49 actuaciones y tiene un presupuesto de 3.446.072 euros 30.178 metros cuadrados se asfaltarán con mezclas especiales antirruido Entre estos trabajos y los realizados en Semana Santa, se renovarán 306.423 metros cuadrados de pavimentos en más de 80 actuaciones Las compañías de servicios que así lo requieran podrán renovar sus instalaciones [Link]
El doble de inversión en formación para desempleados
El Gobierno de Gallardón realiza este esfuerzo presupuestario en un momento especialmente crítico y pese a que el empleo no es una competencia propia de los municipios Esta iniciativa permitirá desarrollar una programación de cursos con financiación estrictamente municipal dirigida a personas desempleadas de Madrid En el diseño de los cursos se han tenido en cuenta las ramas de actividad … [Link]
Nuevo polideportivo escolar para el distrito de Salamanca
El nuevo equipamiento mejorará la práctica deportiva de los 23 equipos federados con los que cuenta el Club Caldeiro, y que será utilizado por jóvenes de toda la ciudad en las competiciones deportivas federadas Tendrá una superficie de 1.750 m2 bajo la zona actualmente destinada a campos de baloncesto, por lo que el Plan Especial no altera ni la edificación … [Link]
Peanuts News
Air Berlin Group announces first non-stop service between Zurich and Alicante starting this …
The Air Berlin Group is increasing its services from Zurich airport in time for the winter season 2010/11 and will be offering direct flights to Alicante starting on 5th November 2010. [Link]
Big Rock is on board with WestJet – 2010-07-30
Big Rock Brewery Income Trust (TSX:BR.UN) – Big Rock Brewery and WestJet (TSX:WJA) will make a joint announcement on Friday July 30, 2010, at 12:00 p.m. MST. [Link]
Logo partners with Southwest Airlines to relaunch AfterEllen.com and AfterElton.com – 2010-07-30
Today, Logo unveiled the redesign of two of its trademark digital properties AfterEllen.com and AfterElton.com. [Link]
Travel – Destinations
A tour of Brooklyn's offbeat DUMBO neighborhood
The history of this area includes Dutch settlers, George Washington, Walt Whitman, and the Brooklyn and Manhattan bridges.
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10 great places to swim with sharks
These adrenaline-generating encounters will have you telling more than a fish tale.
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Second homes: All the joys of Florida in one spot
In much of Florida, only the deepest pockets can afford waterfront. But Pinellas County invites a wide range of buyers.
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About.com Spain Travel
Barcelona Bullfighting Ban
The regional parliament in Barcelona has passed into law a resolution to ban bullfighting in Catalonia. The result of the vote was 68 in favor of the ban, 55 against and nine absentions. A few hundred less bulls will die in the region because of the ruling, but what were the real motives behind the ban?…Read Full Post [Link]
Ryanair Compensation? Yes, It Is Possible!
After Ryanair's mass cancellation of flights during the volcanic ash crisis in April and May (some of the time because of a genuine volcanic ash threat, other times for commercial reasons), many passengers tried to get compensation from Ryanair. Most failed….Read Full Post [Link]
Africa Express Concert in Spain
The excellent Africa Express concert will play its first gig in Spain this August, to coincide with the Jacobean Year celebrations in Galicia. St James (Santiago in Spanish) is buried in Santiago de Compostela cathedral and is the destination for those on the Camino de Santiago. July 25th is St James Day and is always the scene of larger than … [Link]
Absolute Spain Forum
Faithless Concert in Marbella Cancelled
International dance supertars Faithless were set to perform at the Puerto Banus bullring in Marbella on July 31. Two days before the gig a message on the bands website announced the event had been cancelled:“It is with regret that for the first time ever Faithless have to cancel a gig. Due to reasons beyond their [...] Read the full news … [Link]
Whats Car Insurance Like In Spain?
Hey guys thinking of moving to somewhere near Alicante.. Possibly Javea or somewhere like that? Whats the score with fuel? Also whats car insurance like… In the UK it is a disgrace as i have not long had my license and im just 24 Any input appreciated 
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Unemployment Rate Rises to 13-year High in Spain
The unemployment rate in Spain reached a 13-year high in the second quarter, soaring to 20.09 per cent according to the latest figures released Friday by the government.The increase in the unemployment rate from 20.05 per cent in the first quarter of the year came as a result of a large increase in the work [...] Read the full news … [Link]
revista80dias.es – La actualidad turística – Reportajes de viajes
PROPUESTA: Ljubljana en tres días
La capital de Eslovenia es un lujo para los que quieran hacer turismo relajadamente y quieran disfrutar de unas vacaciones, sin privarse de nada, por un precio sin comparación. [Link]
DEPORTIVO: Alpes franceses: deportes de alta tensión
Lanzarte en tirolina, montar en bici o tirarte por un tobogán con un patín puede sonar a colonias o campamentos de verano para niños. Pero si hablamos de hacerlo en los Alpes franceses son palabras mayores. [Link]
NACIONAL: Cómo hacer el Camino de Santiago
El Camino de Santiago es un recorrido de introspección personal. De crecimiento y autodescubrimiento, es un camino eminentemente espiritual, lo que no quiere decir que sea o tenga que ser religioso, por muchas pegas que nos pongan. [Link]
Travelmole.com | Top Stories
ATOC cuts agent commission
[Hits:1459] Cuts will hit bottom line, says rail specialist 
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Pain in Spain for air travellers
[Hits:1376] Air traffic controllers threaten summer of disruption 
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CAA calls for urgent ATOL reform after losing legal battle
[Hits:2261] Large number of holidaymakers 'at risk', says CAA 
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Noticias del portal de turismo de la Comunitat Valenciana
Moors and Christians Festival in La Vila Joiosa, 26/07/2010 – 01/08/2010
The same crystal clear waters that bathe the beaches of the Costa Blanca coastline bore witness five centuries ago to a much more tumultuous age. No village was safe from Berber incursions and neither side was ready… [Link]
Valencia wires into the Campus Party, 26/07/2010 – 01/08/2010
If, over the next few days, you were to take an aerial image of Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences, you would see thousands of little dots. But don’t be mislead, th… [Link]
XII City of Elx Guitar Festival , 26/07/2010 – 01/08/2010
Elche is well worth at least one visit this summer. The whole municipality takes on a special kind of charm in the sunshine and with the gentle Levante breeze. The coast is not far, just a few kilometres away, where the sea awaits behind … [Link]
Travel: travel guides, insurance, holiday news, hotel reviews and short city breaks
Greek truck drivers clash with police as tensions rise over strikes
Greek police have clashed with striking truck drivers outside an oil refinery after unions defied a government order to go back to work. [Link]
Out on the town with Newquay's teenage party crowd
Last year's deaths and a police clampdown have not dampened spirits at the Cornish surf resort [Link]
Travel news in brief
The latest travel news stories in brief, including the latest on insurance fraud and new cruise security measures. [Link]
SPAINTUBE.ES – TURISMO DE ESPAÑA
Tus reservas en Billetes.net
Ya hablamos hace un año de billetes.net el buscador de billetes baratos en Internet, ahora volvemos a mencionarlo en spaintube, pues ahora tiene opciones avanzadas para la búsqueda de vuelos baratos, además de filtrado por países, aeropuertos y de ofertas. Un claro ejemplo son los destinos para viajar en avión, en donde podemos buscar directamente las ofertas mas atractivas y … [Link]
Valladolid cuenta con un hotel temático de lujo
El Hotel Marqués de la Ensenada de 5 estrellas está ubicado en las instalaciones de la fábrica de harinas “La Perla”, del año 1845, en la avenida de Salamanca. Se trata de un proyecto marcado por un fuerte carácter cultural, inspirado por completo en la época de la Ilustración Española (siglo XVIII). El establecimiento cuenta con [...] [Link]
EL RESTAURANTE AROLA DEL HOTEL ARTS ESTRENA TEMPORADA
* Entre las novedades de la temporada destacan el pichón asado, el cochinillo o la lubina * Joan Arboix se incorpora como nuevo sommelier El restaurante Arola del Hotel Arts Barcelona estrena temporada con una carta renovada proponiendo nuevos platos como el cochinillo asado, patata, cebolleta, ensalada de anisados, la lubina, espuma de curry y [...] [Link]
Spain and Portugal for Visitors
Catalonia Bans Bullfights
The Parlament de Catalunya has voted to ban bullfighting throughout the region. The regional animal protection law is amended by the vote to prohibit "les curses de toros i els espectacles amb toros que incloguin la mort de l'animal i l'aplicació de les sorts de la pica, de les banderilles i de l'estoc, bullfights and shows with bulls which include the … [Link]
Ibiza Attractions
Ibiza may not be the largest island, Ibiza is a popular tourist destination for travelers of all ages. A visit to the Las Salinas Salt Flats show salt fields that have been in use for thousands of years. [Link]
British Behaviour Abroad Actually Not That Bad
British Behaviour Abroad is an annual report published by the UK Foreign Office since 2007, based on information from British consulates all over the world. At first glance, the press release for the latest report seems to suggest that British behaviour abroad was actually quite good in 2009-2010. Oh, we're still getting arrested for drunkenness, but the report prefers to … [Link]
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