Cyprus

Cyprus is a year round destination, close to the UK. Although the average temperature can drop to just under 20 degrees C during the winter months of December – February, the weather is pleasant with only a small amount of rainfall.

Families should head to Coral Bay, a quieter resort near to Limassol, with shallow beach waters and sand just waiting to become a knight’s castle. Its handy location means that families can relax away from the hustle and bustle of town, while benefiting from attractions such as Limassol’s Fasouri Water Mania Water Park.

Cultured breaks for couples are best found in Paphos, a little further north than Coral Bay. The walled historical port city is a goldmine for sightseeing enthusiasts. Don’t miss the pure limestone Acropolis or Aphrodite’s legends of Adonis Bath.

Turkey

Turkey has a similar climate to Cyprus, however offers a very different style of holiday. The Eurasian country offers an eclectic mix of authentic Turkish traditions and contemporary chic complexes.

Whether you want to bathe in the sun, sit by the pool and drink cocktails from the swim-up bar, or you want to explore the Pazar or charming port city of Bodrum, Turkey has so much offer.

Although Cyprus famously has extensive nightlife facilities, it may be surprising to learn that Bodrum is home to many bars and clubs of its own.

Marmaris is perfect for families who simply want to kick back and relax.

Look online for bargain breaks on year round Turkey holiday deals and cheap Cyprus holidays.

One of the strongest contenders has to be Arinsal in the Pyrenees, which offers extensive opportunities for all hikers and bikers to enjoy the magnificent mountainous surroundings.

The Pyrenees are probably one of the most famous mountain ranges in Europe, but you don’t need to have the strength and stamina for a Kilimanjaro trek in order to experience them.

The traditional village of Arinsal offers access to Andorra’s trekking paradise including gentle valleys, challenging mountains and six mountain lakes. You’ll find a wide choice of walks starting from the village, with a difficulty level to suit every intrepid explorer.

If cycling is more your thing then you’ll feel equally enamoured with Arinsal. The Vallnord Bike Park is vast and especially designed for a premium experience on cycling holidays. Whether you want to race around a BMX circuit, enjoy a gentle ride through a woodland park or head cross country (with some routes going downhill all the way) you’ll be catered for at this fantastic facility.

You can also tackle some high altitude routes, without having to force your bike up to the summit, with the help of a great lift network to get you to that higher ground (with the breathtaking views) with ease.

Arinsal village offers everything that you need to set yourself up for some fantastic cycling adventures, including bike hire, bike servicing, riding tuition and guided bike rides.

You’ll also find fantastic guided walks if you want to benefit from that additional insider knowledge that only comes with experience and a huge amount of time exploring the area in detail.

Whatever your fitness and skill level, you can enjoy the stunning natural beauty of Andorra and the Pyrenees from Arinsal. There’s nothing stopping you from booking your special adventure in the mountains for this year.

Pink Friday once more, and I am sharing my Pink Jelly Bag that I got for FREE from SM department store when we bought Rai-Rai’s stroller last month.

For a minimum purchase of 3000php, you could get a FREE jelly bag with the color of your choice. There were three colors available, Green, Orange and Pink. Of course, I chose PINK, I love PINK obviously. This Jelly Bag is perfect for a vacation, it would be good to put our two-piece swimsuits and other stuffs inside when we head on to the beach. It is also perfect for my baby, I could put all her stuffs in there.

Africa is always a pull; the continent has a magic to it that spreads from the ancient Pyramids of Egypt, down through the arid desert plains of the Sahara, on to the tropical plains of Tanzania and Botswana and finally to the multi-cultural, picturesque beauty of the Cape of Good Hope. Safaris to the Masai Mara Natural Reserve in Kenya or Kruger National Park in South Africa will reveal many a secret of this wild, much-undiscovered land.

South America will appeal to those looking for a diverse mix of spectacular terrain, thriving indigenous cultures and rich history. The Incan ruins at Machu Pichu in Peru stand in stiff contrast to the cosmopolitan modernity of Argentina’s Buenos Aires, while the dense Amazonian Rainforest that covers much of the North of the continent is equally distinct from the imposing natural splendour of ice-covered Patagonia.

Australia will delight anyone looking for a different pace of life, where the sunny cities that line the eastern seaboard such as Sydney and Brisbane are characterised by great food, superb shopping and a laid back approach to daily life.

North America is as notable for its vibrant cities – all different in character – as it is for its dramatic landscapes in the Mid-West and Canada. Visit New York for a taste of a city that never sleeps, or Los Angeles for a little Hollywood glamour.

Europe, meanwhile, is its own little hub of varied and distinct cultures. The West of the continent is home to the cultural finesse of the French and Italians, while Eastern European gems such as Lithuania and Romania are steadily becoming more popular with visitors seeking the road less travelled.

To facilitate ease of travel to the destinations above and many more around the world, an American Express Gold Card allows you to earn double points on travel expenditure. Moreover, American Express travel rewards cards enable you to collect reward points when you use your card, which you can exchange for complimentary travel and hotel stays.

Here is a black and white picture of my son using my Canon 450D.

Yeah, yeah, this isn’t the best one out there, but I guess the subject makes it tick. Isn’t it?

Most of the hotels have just the same furniture inside their hotel rooms. Of course, they have a bed, sofa and table, and a cabinet for the visitor’s things. Refrigerators and vaults are also available free of use in some hotels.

So cute and every time I see this blanket and read the writings on it, I always smile. Why? Because I am a a huge fan of “The Powerpuff girls”, if I have the time, I still want to watch them now.

If you’ve got a budget in mind, there’s no need to pay full price. Cheap Malta holidays are easy to come by and will usually knock pounds off the cost of your trip, giving you welcome savings and more to play with when you get there.

If you book a package holiday, you’re also more likely to get great discounts on family travel with the likes of free kids’ places, or access to quality hotels with kids’ clubs and top-notch facilities. Low-cost Thomas Cook holidays to Malta are widely available with great discounts on travel, especially if you book well in advance or wait until the last minute.

Late deals work best if you leave it a couple of weeks or less prior to departure, and can be flexible with elements such as departure dates and local airports – for example, flying from a bigger and more mainstream airport is likely to be cheaper than opting for your local terminal. In addition the less specific you can be about local resort and accommodation, the more likely you are to get a real bargain.

Even if you do end up plumping for a mid-priced holiday, the chances are you won’t be disappointed. Malta is a friendly island with something for everyone – from beaches and child-friendly shores to rugged cliff tops and hiking opportunities. A day trip to the nearby island of Gozo is an absolute must, or you could even spend your holiday there in one of the island’s top-notch hotels.

Whatever you wish for in a holiday, Malta is a first-class choice that’s not to be missed.