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It is the holiday season, and whether you love to explore or relax while away from home, we thought it is the perfect time to share with you 3 top holiday destinations.
Andalusia:
Andalusia is a large region bordering the southern coast of Spain and offers one of the best climates in Europe, escape the temperamental British weather and soak up the Spanish sunshine! The area is famous for its stunning beaches and countryside, vast expanses of farmland, rivers and mountain ranges. Picture perfect. Do you love history and beautiful architecture? The Moorish heritage of the region can be seen in a variety of fascinating landmarks such as Alcazar in the capital city Seville as well as Alhambra palace in Granada, and Mezquita Mosque-Cathedral in Córdoba.
2. Bermuda
Bermuda lies in the North Atlantic and is famous for its pink sand beaches and turquoise waters, a truly beautiful place! A collection of 181 islands, Bermuda offers an eclectic mix of cultural influences thanks to its colonial history. Are you an adventurer that loves to dive? Well, this is the perfect destination for you. Famed for its exotic reefs and dramatic shipwrecks Bermuda is considered one of the best places to dive in the world. If diving is a little on the extreme side, Bermuda also boasts world class golf courses, and is a popular choice for sailing and sports fishing.
3. South Africa
Passionate about wildlife? South Africa has many National Parks, at Kruger set in the stunning savannah, you can go on safari to see Africa’s biggest wild animals! Cape Town is another huge attraction, set beneath ‘Table Mountain’ this city is exquisite and unique. It is a great city to explore, particularly if you are passionate about art. The Zeitz Museum of Contemporary African Art is the largest of its kind in the world, and exhibits cutting edge african art in over 100 galleries.