Azores tourism between whales and dolphins

The 9 islands that form the Azores form a unique place for those who want to enjoy nature and some incredible countries of great beauty with views that fall in love. In addition, we enjoy the most diverse activities, with particular emphasis on Whale Watching and power swimming with dolphins.

This small archipelago located in the Atlantic Ocean, between Europe and America, is one of the most attractive tourist destinations to be found, especially suitable for those who want to enjoy a different holiday and relaxing, combining beach tourism in their small coves and natural beaches, towns and ports with a traditional charm, routes for trekking and other adventure sports, as well as quiet places to get lost and where we can admire a nature that is shown at its best expression.

Moreover, its proximity to Spain and Portugal allows us to enjoy this unique without having to make use of large displacements. Its mild climateWith average temperatures ranging from 13 º C in winter to 24 º C in winter, allows us to plan the trip at any time of year.

In total, we find nine islands, All of them inhabited and centers of interest to the traveler. If we are looking beaches high quality, which is witnessing the beaches contrast with its intense dark blue water, we must turn to Faial and Santa Maria. On the island of Sao Miguel is the airport and the capital city Punta Delgada, Which is the biggest resort, with its marina, promenade and spectacular homes and mansions that are now claims of hotels and restaurants for tourists.

Each year the Azores are a large number of tourists arriving with the intention of enjoying a show like no other: whale watching in Pico Island. It is one of the sites in the world where you can better and more closely observe cetaceans. A large number of companies and tour packs also include this activity, so we will have no problem to enjoy the spectacle of the whales in a natural environment so beautiful. The only requirement is to bring a camera to immortalize an experience so beautiful.

On the same island of Pico’ll be able to swim with the Dolphins, Small and friendly dolphins that populate the Azores, and will be happy to have us as fellow travelers and games.

In Flores IslandAs the name suggests, we will enjoy an unlimited number of flowers that make beautiful scenery, ideal for those who want to enjoy your perfect route for hiking. On the island of Corvo, Given its special topography carved from volcanoes, we practice diving.

Discover Croatia: Mediterranean Jewel

Unknown to many, Croatia has become the destination for ultimate in recent years. Located on the northeastern shore of the Adriatic Sea bordering Slovenia and Hungary to the north, Serbia and Montenegro to the east, and Bosnia-Herzegovina to the south and east.

Country of character Mediterranean It has over thousand kilometers of beaches And a 1185 islands, Of which less than fifty are inhabited. The color blue in their costs by charging a thousand tones, but not only boasts beaches Croatia. The nature of the country Dalmatian is another attraction within its boundaries because there is a total eight National Parks Such as the Lakes of Plituice  and ten National Parks.

The wealth cultural and historical Croatia is enormous. The old town of Dubrovnik, Split Diocletian’s Palace, the historic center of Trogir, the Cathedral of St James in Sibenik, the Basilica of Eufrasio in Porec (Istria) and the Stari Grad Plain on the island of Hvar has been declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Croatian gastronomy is also characterized by contrasts. In the sea area seafood dishes are outstanding. They also have a very peculiar way of cooking, peka, Which consists of wrapping the meat or fish and buried between the bases, thus obtaining a very distinctive flavor. In the region near Zagreb, you can enjoy Salamaijada and sausages, The Strukle, Which are some egg and cheese cakes, even though the dish is cobanac Croatia, composed of seven different types of meat served with beans.

It is also an ideal destination for lovers of active tourism. Scuba diving is one of the most widespread practices in the country, but also offers tourists the chance to go hiking, fishing and canyoning.

And do not forget that, in addition, Croatia, long known as “the most beautiful garden of Europe” – remains one of the most attractive tourist spots naturist. Many centers, hotels, campgrounds and aimed exclusively within the naturist beaches.

Canoeing in the gorges of the river Duraton

The canoeing Sports is one of the outdoor adventure best known and has increasingly number of fans around the country. One of its attractions is to enjoy environments and landscapes of great beauty as you travel coastal waters. It is a sport that can be adapted to people of all ages and is perfect for group or family. It is a very rewarding activity, allowing us to relax and forget the stress of big cities.

Today we make an approach to Segovia, Particularly northeast of the province are the Natural Park River Gorges DuratonA place of singular beauty that becomes a natural paradise where you can enjoy canoeing. Next to the town of Sepulveda find a deep canyon through which the river passes and why it is ideal for this activity, because the waters are calm and safe.

As we move through its calm waters can enjoy their throats that have been formed over millions of years, which form a special landscape that impresses the visitor. Mix the green banks of the river, walls that reach up to 100 meters. We have as fellow travelers to some of the many vultures, And birds of other species that inhabit the Park. We can also admire the beauty of buildings steeped in history as the Convento de la Hoz and Ermita de San Frutos. It is a journey with different routes that will allow us to surf for hours.

Being a growing area of ​​fashion can be many companies the area and we offer different routes Adventure packs canoeing to enjoy in comfort, as we provide high quality canoes, may be accompanied by monitors and we have the best routes to enjoy the river navigation Duraton.

Despite being calm waters with little difficulty always, as in all sports, must take into account a number of precautions. We bring sunscreen to avoid sunburn and water to ensure proper hydration, vests in case we fall into the water and a first aid kit in case we have a mishap. The fundamental requirement to take into account is to be able to swim, as in any water activity, although we should not fear because there is usually not very deep.

Now we can only encourage and visit Duraton River Gorges that will allow us to enjoy a sport is as rewarding as canoeing while we admire the impressive landscape full of contrasts.

Ruta del Cares: Enjoy hiking

The Ruta del Cares has become famous among all fans hiking, Who can enjoy the beauty of its natural environment while crisscrossing the Picos de Europa. It has the attraction of being accessible to all people, even for amateurs with no experience on the mountain. Located between the towns of Cain (Leon) and Poncebos (Asturias), And through the Picos de Europa, is the Cares Route, also known as “divine throat”, which in its 12 km can enjoy one of the most impressive walking routes that exist across Europe.

The path was artificially carved into the rock in the early twentieth century for channeling the Cares and its hydroelectric plant in the Central-Poncebos Camarmeña. In addition, connects the two sites (Cain and Poncebos) in only those 12 km., Being 100 km. if we travel by car.

To make the route we should move us to one of two locations and start the Cares Route, which leads four hours, Although the spectacular landscapes and numerous stops to admire the counts for Beauty and an infinite number of pictures will surely extend the length of it. Keep in mind that if we do not have a car or other means by which we collect at the end of the journey, we will do another 12 km. back, so it may be too harsh. So it is an aspect to consider and plan before embarking on their journey. In the area there are taxi services and passing cars to pick us up at different times.

What is certain is that we will enjoy a spectacle for the senses, With the overwhelming presence of the peaks of the Picos de Europa over 2000 meters or waters River Cares flowing through the passWho gets to have more than 800 meters. The route is virtually flat, so we should not suffer because of complicated cross slopes and stretches several tunnels with windows to enjoy the sights and Chamois bridges and Bolin, allowing us to cross a river.

As we have said, is accessible to all people, but as in any route must take into account a number of precautions to avoid accidents and problems. We should wear comfortable shoes and appropriate for the mountain, thin cotton socks, seamless, sunscreen for the sun to avoid sunburn, and cap during the spring and summer. We must also bring water and liquid to cool and hydrate. Although the road is quite wide, avoid too close to the edges.

The Travel Kit: General Tips

When near the holidays , everyone starts to organize all that must be taken into account. Whether suitcases, tickets or documentation, we try not forget anything. However, they often fail to heed a fundamental element that must be present: the first aid kit .
We must take into account a series of tips and take our time prior to review our kit, check the expiration of all the medicines that we include, and to preserve the prospectus. The first thing to do is see a doctor , or failing to trust our pharmacist will give us some guidelines to follow, and the content to be included. We must take into account the number of days that we’ll be out (to include enough medicine) and the destination.

As always, the kit should be stored in a safe place that is out of reach of children, in places away from heat, light and moisture. Medications should be kept in their original containers, so that we can access the prospectus and the expiration thereof.

Let’s see the substance that doctors say should include a travel kit:

• Antiseptics to prevent infection. Some that we include are the 70% alcohol, povidone Bactroderm, Isodine, Prepodyne, normal saline, soap, etc …

• Healing material : gauze, comprehensive, bandages and cotton to clean and cover wounds or burns.

• The drugs that we include are basic:

- Analgesics such as aspirin, acetaminophen or ibuprofen for mild to moderate pain and for fever.

- Anti-inflammatory: For muscle aches and bruises. They are in gel form or in tablets.

- Antibiotics: For if any suspicion of infectious process. Keep in mind that if possible should always seek medical advice at our destination, to assess the need to take.

- Antihistamines: To prevent any allergies and is by mosquito bites, food or a type of nasal type.

- Vitamins : Because sometimes we travel a poor diet, or by high temperatures that produce a decrease in the body’s defenses. So it may be beneficial to take some kind of vitamin complex.

- Other items as eye drops to prevent eye irritation from the sun, wind, creams against sunburn, sunscreen and lip, some kind of antimareos.