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Costa Blanca is One of the Healthiest Areas of the World in Which to Live

The World Health Organisation has confirmed what many people had believed for years, namely that the Costa Blanca is one of the healthiest areas of the world in which to live. This isn’t surprising to those people who know the region. The Costa Blanca has an excellent year-round climate. The humidity is relatively low, and therefore ideal for sufferers of arthritis and other climatically influenced health problems.

The Costa Blanca area of Spain is one of the wealthiest in the country. Tourism earns considerable returns for the locals and property prices reflect the number of British and other northern Europeans who buy a second home in this tempting area, in particular around Torrevieja. The weather has a lot to do with this. The sun is said to shine 320 days a year. The area is famous for its beaches and golf courses (the Villamartin golf course hosted the 1994 Mediterranean Open) but the region has much more to offer.

The landscape of the Northern Costa Blanca, contrasts significantly with the tourist areas to the South of Alicante, with high peaks and breathtaking mountain views. The deep valley’s lined with almond trees, rich soil, green vegetation, orange and lemon groves, olive trees and vineyards. The Jalon valley is a truly beautiful sight particularly in January and February when the almond blossom is in bloom. There are few places in the world where the northern part of a small coastline contrasts more with the south.

Water sports of every kind can be found in most resorts in the Costa Blanca. There are modern Marina’s making it a perfect base for yachtsmen and it’s only fifty miles or so due East to the magical cruising area of the Balearic Islands.

Of course for some people the Costa Blanca beaches are big attractions, the majority of which are kept wonderfully clean. For example, the Torrevieja area has seven European Union blue flag beaches. These vary from the very active beaches with a full range of water sports, activities & services to secluded rocky and sandy coves. All of the major beaches have first aid posts and most have refreshment areas. Worth a visit are the beaches at Guardamar, Playa la Zenia, Playa Flamenca and Cobo Roig.

For other people the attraction is the beautiful golf courses such as Villamartin, manicured to perfection and situated amongst orange groves and palm trees. The new La Finca course is within a 10 minute drive of Villamartin. There are also another nine courses within 30 minutes including, La Manga, Mosa Trajectum, Alicante, Alenda, Haciena De Alamo, La Marquesa, El Plantio, Bonalba, & Altorreal.

Torrevieja, situated next to the sea in the south of the Costa Blanca region is surrounded by two beautiful and large natural saltwater lagoons which form the well-known “Salterns of Torrevieja” considered the biggest in Europe and second in the world. Torrevieja is famous in Spain for it’s many festivals – the biggest festival being the Habaneras festival in August. For forty years, every August, Torrevieja has held its traditional Competition of Habaneras and Polyphony, which now has an international character, since it is one of the greatest cultural celebrations in Europe. Voices from all over the world come together in Torrevieja, and the Habanera sings its way out of the competition precincts, and becomes the folklore of the locals. For a whole week, Torrevieja sways to the rhythm of the Habanera, with its tropical flavour from Cuba. The competition awakes the interest of thousands of people throughout Spain, who experience it each year in Torrevieja. The festival attracts a live and television audience of hundreds of thousands of people.

More Britons than ever are looking to move abroad and Spain is one of the most popular destinations, according to a recent survey undertaken by the Leeds Building Society. Over half of people taking part in the survey said that they had considered emigrating and thirteen per cent said they were looking to make the move in the near future. Many people have chosen to move to the Costa Blanca area of Spain.

Top 5 Summer Rental Areas Of Nj

The coastline of New Jersey is no stranger to tourists and does not require an introduction since it is notoriously famous for its beautiful seaside and cool breeze. Nor is it threatened by the sandy beaches of Florida and California since it stands out quite remarkably on its own.

Summer rentals are all the rage during the summer season. Hundreds of thousands of tourists and locals flock to the coasts to enjoy the high waves and open skies. There are numerous cities along the New Jersey coastline that are great for outdoor fun and summer rentals. This article will focus on five such locations in order to better inform the readers and potential visitors about the beaches of New Jersey.

1. Loveladies, NJ – Home of the LBI Foundation of Arts and Science:

The city of Loveladies is famous for two things namely its unique name and for being flagship home of the Long Beach Island Foundation of Arts and Sciences. Founded in 1948, this establishment provides numerous recreation programs for local residents as well as visitors. This neighborhood is located between Barnegat Light and Harvey Cedars and is famous for its large-scale elegant homes often rented by celebrities from time to time.

2. Barnegat Light, NJ – Home of the “Old Barney”:

The city Barnegat Light is famous for historical reasons. It is home to the Barnegat Lighthouse also known as “Old Barney” created back in 1859. It is located at the northern tip of Long Beach Island at what is now the Barnegat Light State Park. It also borders the Atlantic Ocean and has a population of about a thousand residents.

3. Beach Haven, NJ – Hot Summer Resort:

Beach Haven prides itself as being ranked ninth in the 2008 Top 10 Beaches Contest.  Located in Ocean Country, on the southern part of Long Beach Island, this borough has a population of a little over one thousand people. The city is also famous for its great attractions some of which are:

Surf light Theatre
Bay Village Shopping Center
Long Beach Island Museum
4. The Dunes, NJ – Fertile Real Estate:

The Dunes has it all when it comes to beach front rentals and shore property widely regarded as the finest on the Long Beach Island. It is an excellent place to both buy and rent.

Situated between Haven Beach and Beach Haven Terrace, The Dunes was founded by James and Elizabeth Brogdon and is one of the Island’s small communities under the control of Long Beach Township.

5. Brant Beach, NJ – More than A century Old:

Established in 1909, the town of Brant Beach lies between Ship Bottom and Beach Haven Crest. It is home to the Long Beach Township head quarters also known as James J. Mancini Municipal Building. Its main park known as Bay View Park is located alongside the ocean. During the summer months, lifeguards patrol all of the township’s beaches and Bay View Park. It is regarded as one of the most popular spots to launch windsurfers and kit-boards.

The above mentioned locations are some of the best the Garden State has to offer. Anyone planning a summer vacation should definitely take up New Jersey and witness nature at its best.

Resort Areas in Menorca

As one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world, Menorca has a large array of luxury accommodation. Hotels with ratings ranging from one-star to five-star play host to millions of tourists each year in Menorca and the neighbouring island of Majorca.

Privately owned villas are available for those tourists looking for more private accommodation. Most of the resort areas are comprised of several hotels, restaurants, pools and activities for all ages. A few of Menorca’s prime resorts include:

* Cala’n Bosch. The Cala’n Bosch resort area is located a short, 15-minute drive from the former capital city of Ciutadella, Menorca. The resort is home to one of the two five-star hotels in Menorca.

The Hotel La Quinta offers all the luxury you would expect from a five-star hotel. Accommodation includes air-conditioned rooms, a heated indoor pool, sauna, Turkish bath and massage, gym, beauty salon and boutique. For even more relaxation, they offer an a la carte restaurant, reading room and piano bar. Other accommodation in the Cala’n Bosch resort area range from low-rise apartments to large hotels. Cala’n Bosch Villas and Villas Begonias are available for larger groups and families looking for more privacy and space than hotels or apartments offer.

* Arenal Den Castel. Only 25 minutes from Mahon, the capital of Menorca, the beach at Arenal Den Castel has received an EU blue flag for cleanliness. The beach has a very large shelf, making it appropriate for families with small children. The resort has a wide variety of bars, restaurants and shops. A fully stocked supermarket makes it convenient for those who rent self-catering accommodations. Hotels and apartments near the resort offer one- and two-bedroom suites with pools, kitchenettes, restaurants, bars, game rooms and children’s clubs.

* Mahon Harbour. Mahon Harbour is one of the largest natural harbours in the world. This resort area is smaller and generally less crowded than some of the larger areas. Seven hotels in the area provide accommodations to thousands of guests per month. The hotels range in size from low-rise to high-rise and vary from one-star to four-star. More than a dozen beaches and coves offer something for everyone. Mahon Harbour is about a 20-minute drive from many attractions on the island.

* Son Parc. Son Parc is home to the only golf course on all of Menorca. The resort is located on the northeast coast of Menorca and offers a great deal more privacy than many other resorts. Son Parc’s primary beach is ideal for families with small children because of its gently sloping shelf and shallow water. Although the nightlife at Son Parc isn’t as lively as other resort areas, it is far from nonexistent.

Reserve of Biosphere Designation

Menorca was awarded the designation of “Reserve of Biosphere” by UNESCO in 1993. A biosphere reserve is an international conservation designation given under UNESCO’s Program on Man and the Biosphere (MAB). Biosphere reserves are created to “promote and demonstrate a balanced relationship between humans and the biosphere,” according to The Statutory Framework of the World Network of Biosphere Reserves. Biosphere reserves must “encompass a mosaic of ecological systems,” including terrestrial, coastal or marine ecosystems.

Many of the resorts and hotels on the islands also strive to aid in eco-tourism through recycling and conservation. Several of them educate their guests on the importance of being ecologically mindful.