Europe & Beyond

Sandy Lane Barbados

Located on the west coast of the Barbados Island, Sandy Lane is a beautiful beach best known for its luxurious hotels and gentle Caribbean coastline. Over the years this gorgeous location has gained a reputation as a fantastic holiday destination both within and outside of the Caribbean regions. It attracts many holiday seekers who come to bask in the sun and enjoy the luxuries the area has to offer.

Sand Lane Beaches

The beaches around Sandy Lane are all public but are maintained pristinely by the hotels in the area which offer sun- loungers lining the shoreline. Holiday makers, most of which arrive from Europe, have every whim attended to by dedicated staff and, in high season, Hollywood stars roam the streets and stroll down the neighboring hotels and private villas. The entire area is buzzing year round and is full of shops which offer a wide variety of traditional crafts, gifts and clothing along the beach and nearby.

Vacationers can enjoy the fantastic Caribbean sun and warm waters. Sandy Lane is one of the best spots in the island to enjoy swimming, turtle spotting and snorkeling activities. The nearby Folkstone Underwater Park offers a wide variety of fish and marine-life for diving and snorkeling enthusiasts. Non- Residents often use the beach restaurant or one of the many cafes and restaurants in the area. Holetown, which is a bit up the coast from Sandy Lane, can offer fantastic options and locations for romantic picnics but please remember that if you are looking to go out for dinner reservations are almost always necessary.

Sandy Lane Luxury Holiday

Over the years, Sandy Lane has become synonymous with luxury holidays and decadence. Holiday seekers can enjoy days by the pool or take on the many activities offered. Tennis, Gold, Scuba diving, snorkeling and other water sports are offered through the hotels on the beach. But most people come here for the pure relaxation, the escape from everyday pace and the star studded tranquility of the Caribbean.

Sandy Lane is easy to get to. Flights into Barbados will usually land in Bridgetowm, where you could find direct busses to Sandy Lane. If you have reservations with the Sandy Lane Hotel pickup service at the airport is available as well.

Bookings to Sandy Lane Hotels and Resorts can be made online and pricing depends on availability and time of the year. Whether on a family vacation or a romantic getaway, Sandy Lane offers some of the best, most luxurious amenities of the Caribbean with a relaxing atmosphere and in the gorgeous settings.

Turkey Holiday Ideas

If you are looking for a holiday that is both relaxing and exciting then a holiday in Turkey can offer all this. Turkey offers a wide array of culture, history, art, and sports in a unique combination of old and new; of relaxation and excitement. As one of the top ten tourist destinations in the world, with a wide coastline and changing landscape, Turkey has a range of outdoor activities allowing visitors unique ways to experience the country.

The areas of Kas, Bodrum, Saro and Kemer allow divers to take on underwater experiences in the warm summer months. Within the four seas Turkey offers (Black sea, Mediterranean, Aegean and Marmara), divers can explore underwater caverns, archaeological ruins and sunken ships. The many rivers throughout the country offer plenty of thrilling white- water rafting and canoeing opportunities. Experiencing the Coruh, Rize Firtina and Dalaman rivers and the Koprucay- Coprulu Canyon are safe yet exciting rafting routs in Turkey.

The Turkish mountain ranges offer plenty of opportunity to enjoy the outdoors year round. While the country is known for its warm climate and sunny Mediterranean resorts, winter sports such as skiing, and climbing are prevalent throughout the mountain regions. Mountain Climbing activities in Turkey are everywhere. Areas such as the Agri- Mount Ararat, Mt. Taurus, Mt. Argeus, Kayseri- Erciyes and the Rize Kacker mountain range offer some mythological and biblical settings for fantastically challenging and beautiful climbs and hikes.

Mountain biking is another great activity that the mountains offer plenty of. Mapped routes are safe and maintained by authorities. The Cappadocia Mountain Biking Festival is a highly recommended activity for the mountain biking enthusiasts. It will take riders through various spots and let them enjoy the picturesque scenery in the company of mountain bikers from across the globe.

Turkey has over 40,000 caves and caverns to explore, from the caverns of Antalya to the caves of Zongulduk. There is a wide range of opportunity for explorers to venture out and find magnificent geological formations, but cave exploring should only be done with certified instructors and appropriate equipment.

Air sports include parachuting and paragliding, which have really taken off in recent years. Famous paragliding spots are around Mount Baba in Fehiye, and in the Oludenuz region. Another unconventional way of exploring the country is in a hot air balloon. Travelling at heights of up to 1500 ft, this tranquil experience lets you slowly explore the landscape from a birds’ eye view. Recommended areas are the Cappadocian landscapes, where floating through the countryside will feel like a gentle dream.

Holiday Activities in Turkey

Jeep safaris are a real adventure and offer rides through the varied landscapes of forests, mountains and rivers. Discovering hidden beauties and experiencing Turkish life on the ground can also be done on horseback riding tours. Another recommended activity is a horseback riding tour through the Cappadocia region, which actually derives its’ name from the Persian word Katpatuka, meaning “The land of Beautiful Horses”.

In recent years international golf courses have opened throughout the country. Popular golf resorts to visit include the Gloria Golf Resort, Noblis Golf Otel, and Klassis Golf and Country.

Finally, after all of the exerting, exciting activity during your holiday, there are some fantastic ways to relax. Turkey has over 1000 thermal springs, and most of them are in and around the Mamara and Aegean regions. People flock to enjoy the many resorts built around the springs that are said to heal many illnesses.

Location de voiture en ligne de spécialistes de location de voitures ont des bureaux dans le monde entier, y compris des bureaux à Chypre, et offre une grande bon marché de location de voitures Chypre traite.

Conduite de Limassol à Kourion et le sanctuaire d’Apollon Hylates

Si vous prévoyez des vacances à la destination touristique de Limassol (également connu sous le nom de Lemesos) à Chypre, vous pouvez louer une voiture à Limassol et conduire à la ruine de la vieille ville de Kourion (également connu sous le nom de Curias ou Curium) et le Sanctuaire d’Apollon Hylates pour un grand jour.

C’est simple à conduire de Limassol à Kourion et le sanctuaire d’Apollon Hyates.

Kourion est seulement d’environ 20 km de Limassol, de sorte qu’il est facile à atteindre si vous louer une voiture.Vous pouvez venir chercher votre voiture de location à Chypre lors de votre arrivée à Larnaca et Paphos aéroport, ou à la location de voiture à Limassol.

Location de voitures de voyage – L’ancienne ville de Kourion

La ville ancienne de Kourion est l’endroit parfait pour visiter un jour le voyage en voiture si vous séjournez à Limassol. Situé sur la falaise-dessus, ainsi que les ruines ville offre des vues imprenables de la mer Méditerranée et vous pouvez voir les restes d’un certain nombre de constructions romaines. La ville aurait été abandonnée à la suite d’une série de tremblements de terre dévastateurs au cours du 4e siècle.

Le théâtre romain, par exemple, a été construit au 2ème siècle et, même si elle a été détruite au cours du 4e siècle, il a été restauré à son ancienne gloire et il est utilisé comme un lieu de concerts et pièces de théâtre pendant l’été.

Vous pouvez également voir les vestiges romains de la Stadium, qui est soupçonné d’avoir été construit au 2ème siècle. Le stade aurait été en mesure d’accueillir jusqu’à 6000 personnes et il aurait été utilisé pour l’athlétisme, comme le pentathlon moderne, où les concurrents de prendre part à la course, saut en hauteur, saut en longueur, lancer du javelot et la lutte, ainsi que pour les courses de chars. Le stade à Kourion tombé en désuétude au cours du 4e siècle.

D’autres choses à voir dans l’ancienne ville de Kourion les restes de la Maison de l’Gladiators, la Chambre d’Achille, l’Agora (ou place du marché), les bains publics et de la nymphée (un grand bâtiment qui contenait des bains, une réunion chambre, d’un atrium et fontaines).

Le sanctuaire d’Apollon Hylates

L’un des plus importants sites d’autres près de l’ancienne ville de Kourion est le sanctuaire d’Apollon Hyates, qui domine la ville. Les origines des bâtiments qui composent le sanctuaire sont soupçonnés d’remontent aussi loin que la 8e en Colombie-Britannique, mais la plupart de la construction a eu lieu au cours de la période romaine.

La légende dit que quiconque touche le sacré, autel d’Apollon serait jetée de la falaise dans la mer, et vous pouvez encore voir les vestiges de l’autel dans le petit temple d’Apollon. Vous pouvez également voir le Trésor d’Apollon, où les prêtres qui ont fait votives du Soleil-Dieu.

Une autre partie du site est le monument de la circulaire, qui est susceptible d’avoir été consacré à un dieu et bois, construits avant le site a été dédié à Apollon. Processions aurait eu lieu autour de sept arbres sacrés.