Although frequently overshadowed by the larger party isle of Ibiza, Formentera is proof that some of the best things come in small packages. It is the smallest and most southerly of the Balearic Islands and for many, it is the stuff that dreams are made of. Balmy year round temperatures and miles of pristine, white sandy beaches are at your disposal.

When you start considering your next trip away, why not ponder renting a holiday home? Instead of opting for a hotel, break the habit of a lifetime and enjoy a fantastic holiday, whether it’s a sun-soaked beach vacation or a thrilling city break in your own self catering villa or apartment. This way you can

We hope that you were listening to You & Yours on Radio 4 on Friday 24th February to hear Rory Sexton, Managing Director of Economy Car Hire discuss issues with car hire in Spain. If you did miss it, follow the link below and listen to chapter 7 – Spanish Car Hire. http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b01c7wx6#broadcasts

Life is hectic and for many of us, our annual holiday is our time to chill out and enjoy a lay in, free from the beep of an alarm, a phone ringing or a knock at the door. I don’t blame you, I’m the same; I love a good lay in on holiday. A holiday

For many, Faro is just the name of the airport. Many forget that behind the name, a city steeped in history and religion is waiting to be explored. With a wealth of attractions and things to see in this beautiful city, you will be sure to really enjoy your visit. Here are 20 things to

Best known as the centre of Portugal’s port wine production, Porto, on the northwest coast is a charming city with plenty on offer, whether you are a wine lover or not. Here are 20 things to do in 2 days in this city nestled among the hills. Day 1 Get to grips with Porto and

With a charming and contemporary culture that is unmatched elsewhere in the country coupled with plenty to see and do, Lisbon is a winning city to visit. Here are 20 things to do in 2 days, so you can be sure you’ve seen some of the best it has to offer in a short time.

Transylvania is probably the most popular place in Romania, all thanks to that tale of a Count by the name of Dracula. With a long and rich history and plenty of scenic beauty, there is a lot more to Transylvania than bloodthirsty vampires. The region spans the central belt of Romania and is surrounded by

Bordered by Serbia, Bulgaria, Greece and Albania, The Republic of Macedonia is somewhat overshadowed by its neighbours, and people generally don’t know very much about Macedonia. In fact, I wouldn’t be surprised if most people have only heard of it because of their participation in the Eurovision song contest. That’s a shame though; Macedonia, with

With snow continuing to pummel most of Europe, there is no better time to head off to some ski resorts for some downhill fun. Bulgaria is one of the top picks at this time of the year; with cheap flights, accommodation and ski passes in comparison to France and Austria and some excellent stockpiled powder,