Unsinkable Adventures in the Mallorca Sea

More and more people are looking towards adventure holidays when it comes to their next trip away. Whatever takes your fancy, whether it's hang gliding, skydiving or risking life and limb trying out caged shark diving, it's no secret that some locations are better than others for these thrilling ventures.

Mallorca, with its Mediterranean climate, offers itself beautifully to all kinds of sports relating to the ocean. With warm waters, hot beaches and a toasty sense of hospitality, Mallorca really lends itself to water-based adventures. That's why so many people flock to this glorious island every year to learn how to snorkel and scuba dive. With safe, open waters, Mallorca is the perfect location to learn.

Back at home, you may find yourself forced to learn something like scuba diving or snorkelling in the safety and apparent comfort of a swimming pool. The enjoyment gained from this is clearly not anything close to what you would experience in the ocean, and is one of the reasons so many people prefer to travel to learn. Part of the incredible experience that is scuba diving is the sea bed exploration - and that's usually something you're going to have to travel to get to. And when you consider the lay of the land beneath the waves, you can understand why.

If you've never been in the Mediterranean Sea before, you may not know why it's so popular with tourists and locals alike. Not only are the crisp, clear waters of this gorgeous basin far warmer than many other seas, meaning it's incredibly comfortable to swim in, but the examples of breathtaking and exotic sea life you can see even just a few feet into the water are unforgettable.

Whether you're sticking to the surface and snorkelling, the chances of you coming across attention-grabbing shoals of luminous yellow fish darting about, of crabs scuttling across the sand and of other sea life in various mesmerising colours are high. And if you decide to go a little lower in scuba gear, you can explore the depths of the ocean's secrets and discover animal and plant life that you never imagined existed.

Once you've booked your hotels in Mallorca and experienced the aquatic adventure of a lifetime, it will be no secret to you why so many divers - amateur and professional alike - choose the beaches of Mallorca every year. In fact, you may find yourself joining the ranks of the enthusiastic and booking yourself a Mediterranean adventure for many years to come!

Countryside Holidays in the Cotswolds

If you've already visited The Cotswolds it's not hard to see why this is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the UK. The Cotswolds region is a perfect perception of true English living with its honey coloured stoned towns and villages, fabulous scenic countryside, rolling hills and steeping valleys. It was designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1966 and provides a perfect countryside retreat for all the family.

Accommodation in The Cotswolds

Finding accommodation is easy in the Cotswolds. There are a number of places to choose from. If you want that independent holiday without the ties of having to be up for breakfast before 10am then there are a range of self-catering cottages available in the area. If you really want to get immersed in rural life then why not stay on a farm bed and breakfast and soak up the countryside atmosphere with traditional English cooking. Alternatively, if you want to receive the service from a Cotswolds hotel there are many country house hotels and luxury boutique hotels in the Cotswolds with spa and leisure facilities to keep you occupied during your Cotswolds break.

Attractions in The Cotswolds

The Cotswolds is an area rich in history which is reflected by the number of historical sites dotted throughout the region. They provide brilliant attractions for all the family. Blenheim Place, situated near Woodstock, is a Designated World Heritage Site and is home to the Duke of Marlborough and is the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Berkeley Castle is situated at Wotton-under-Edge and was built to keep out the Welsh with its various traps such as trip steps, murder holes and enormous barred doors.

Other attractions which are perfect for families include the Cotswold Water Park which is great for children and adults of all ages. There are many outdoor activities to keep you occupied with its nature reserves, water sports, fishing, cycling, camping and a safe summer children's bathing area. The Cotswolds Wild Life Park is located near Burford and features over 200 animal species in approximately 200 acres of parkland.

Walking in The Cotswolds

This unique countryside is a walkers' paradise whether you decide to follow a published walking route, with your own map or with a guided walking leader. The Cotswold Way is a long distance walking trail that runs between the market town of Chipping Campden in the North of the Cotswolds and the city of Bath in the South. This walk offers the perfect chance see some true English countryside, passing through picturesque towns, villages, historic sites, churches and lakes.

All in all, the Cotswolds provides the perfect place for a long holiday, romantic getaway or an Easter break with the family. The Cotswolds stunning countryside, quaint market towns, array of family attractions, gardens, historical sites and wildlife parks are all waiting to be explored. Cotswolds accommodation is available in abundance with its self catering cottages, town guest houses, farm bed and breakfasts and country house Cotswolds hotel. For those who want to really experience the outdoor then camping in the country is the perfect way - there are many camp sites located across the Cotswolds in hidden valleys and ancient Cotswolds woodland.