What to do on Holiday in the Canaries

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The Canary Islands are visited by thousands of tourists each year. With the year round sun and mild temperatures the Canaries are the perfect holiday spot for both a Summer and Winter holiday destination.

Parque Natural de Corralejo

A protected Parque Natural de Corralejo is made up of beach dunes and stretch along the East Coast for around 10km. It is a famous spot amongst wind surfers and kite boarders.

As it can be know to be a windy spot the locals have added a fortresses of loose stones to help and protect sunbathers from the wind. It is free to enter and you can hire sun beds and umbrellas from outside the hotels.

Whale and Dolphin Watching

Sat on the end of the Playa de Los Cristianos beach are boats that offer two, three and five hour cruises for those that would like to experience whale and dolphin watching.

A favorite amongst many British here the cruises offer food, drink and let you have a quick dip in the ocean whilst out at sea.

Cable Car of El Teide

The famous Volcano on the Canaries biggest Island Tenerife. The cable car ride up El Teide is the easiest and most popular way to get to see the Volcano.

It takes only 8 minutes to get up there and the views are stunning. From the top you will see the islands of La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro sticking up from the Atlantic.

Camel Safari Park La Baranda

Now if you want to get into the swing of things and are looking for something a little different this is for you. Camel Safari Park has over 70 camels for that Oriental ride of a life time.

The site is surrounded in palm trees, avocado and citrus trees that give it that tropical feel. After working up an appetite you can enjoy a meal in the onsite restaurant.

Torre del Conde

Considered to be the Canary Islands most important military architecture. Torre del Conde in San Sebastin de la Gomera is a tower which sticks out in the middle of the valley.

Built in 1447, it was the first building to be built on any of the Islands. It is about the only one to have been perfectly preserved in its original state.

Pyramids de Gimar

The Pyramids de Gimar are in the town of Gmar on the southeast coast of Tenerife. There are five structures in the form of stepped pyramids.

You can also find the museum “Casa Chacona” with replicas of sculptures, models, ceramics, photographs and an auditorium with interesting projections.

Loro Parque

Loro Parque know in English as “Parrot Park” is a zoo located on the outskirts of Puerto de la Cruz in Tenerife. The park houses over 300 land, water and air species and claims to be one of the largest in Europe.

A great family day out, Loro Parque has the largest Shark Tunnel in Europe and has a Thailand village for a Oriental feel.

Country villas, cortijos and sea view apartments make perfect Canaries holiday rentals for you to stay in whilst you enjoy the many attractions that can be found throughout the Islands.

Keeping the Happy in the Holidays

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Keeping the “Happy” in the Holidays

By Lezlie Cebulski , ND , EFT-ADV

With the season of peace and joy upon us, we busy ourselves with holiday activities such as shopping, cooking, decorating and socializing. While it is an enjoyable time of year for many, extra demands are made of our time, energy and financial resources which can leave us feeling depleted. When we pause to restore balance to our body, mind and spirit, we are able to give abundantly to others without resentment. The following are suggestions to help you feel your best during this holiday season.

1. Limit the holiday goodies. Avoid or reduce simple carbohydrates such as white flour breads, cookies, candy and sugar that can cause mood swings and fatigue. If you find that you are unable to resist sweets, see a holistic practitioner which can investigate the possibility of Candida Albicans, hormone deficiencies or food addictions through lab tests or applied kinesiology.

2. Exercise for a healthier mind, body and stress reduction. If you are medically cleared, plan to do at least 30 minutes of exercise daily.

3. Get adequate sleep each night. If you are sleep deprived, mood swings can easily set in. With holiday preparations, you may feel the urge to work past your usual bedtime. Resist this urge. Get enough sleep and enjoy your family and friends. Note: studies have shown that sleep deprivation is linked with weight gain.

4. Supplement your diet with Vitamin D3. D3 has been found to enhance mood in healthy people during the winter. This is particularly important for residents of Michigan as our winter days are often cloudy without much exposure to direct sunlight. In other studies, D3 was also shown to reduce carbohydrate cravings and the excessive desire to sleep in the winter. Other nutritional supplements should be recommended by a qualified practitioner.

5. Pray daily and connect with God. Take time to celebrate life and give gratitude to God for all things big and small! Appreciating blessings puts the small hassles of life into perspective. Gratitude to God gives us joy and peace. Staying connected to God gives us strength to fulfill our life purpose.

6. Avoid debt. Set a realistic budget for holiday spending and stick to it. Post-holiday credit card debt can fuel anxiety and depression. Make connection, not commerce your goal this season. If you have difficulty controlling your spending, consider a practitioner who can use Emotional Freedom Technique to clear negative emotions associated with money, debt and over-spending.

7. Volunteer. Consider joining a charity work organization. Giving your talent & services to others in need will be as much a blessing to you as it is to them.

8. Avoid, reduce alcohol. While holiday social drinking creates temporary euphoria, alcohol is a depressant of the central nervous system. Excessive alcohol consumption creates mood swings, fatigue, weight gain, skin disorders, liver impairment to name a few. If you are drinking excessively, an Emotional Freedom Technique practitioner can help you release negative emotions underlying the urge to drink. A naturopath or holistic practitioner can recommend a nutritional and detoxification program to repair the body and restore function.

9. Keep holiday plans simple and realistic. Communicate needs and expectations. Share chores. Ask for help. Offer to help. Understand that others may be grieving or lonely.

10. Be flexible. Fond memories are recalled by holiday rituals for many people. This is often why they are treasured, such as a pie or casserole recipe. However, there may be holidays in which the family rituals should be changed or temporarily dropped if there is a recent death in the family or divorce. Last year, my beloved father-in-law died suddenly a week before Christmas. We minimized the Christmas decorations and, for a drastic change, we had Chinese food for Christmas dinner. We were able to enjoy our time together that Christmas day, without triggering memories of Christmas past. It was a few hours of grief reprieve. Flexibility was needed and appreciated by all.

11. Resolve inner emotional conflicts. For some people family holiday gatherings bring old conflicts to the emotional surface. Traumatic memories, disappointments, shame, anger and anxiety can be more intense during the holidays. If you find these emotions are decreasing your energy and joy in life or you suspect that they may be behind a physical illness, seek a skilled, intuitive Emotional Freedom Technique practitioner which can help you release negative emotions energetically and provide counseling.

Using the above strategies will help you stay in balance and enjoy this holiday season.

Visa and Working Holiday Australia

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The 457 visa enables you to sponsor workers from overseas on a temporary basis to work in Australia from 3 months to 4 years. Your sponsorship approval lasts for 2 years, or until all nomination has been filled or until the sponsorship approval is cancelled. If you own a Business which has no formal operation base or representations in Australia you may apply to bring employees to Australia to establish a branch, joint venture or agency distributorship and subsidiary branches in Australia or fulfill obligations for a contract or other business activity in Australia. With this visa people you employ from overseas can work in Australia for a period of up to 4 years, can bring any eligible secondary applicants with them in the country and they can work and study and after entering Australia, you have no limit on the number of times you can travel in and out of Australia.

Sponsored employees may stay in Australia for the length of the visa validity, but must seek sponsorship from another employer or leave Australia if they cease working for their sponsoring employer. You can apply for any permanent visa while you are on a 457 visa. You must apply for the 457 visa from outside Australia, unless the last visa you held is a transit visa or a special purpose visa. You must be willing to declare respect of Australian values and adhere to Australia laws and meet health and character requirements before the visa is issued.

A working holiday Australia offers something for everyone from sun, adventure, an awesome natural environment and friendly people. Australia is one of the largest and most beautiful countries in the world and offers exciting environment for work and travel and a perfect place to start your Australia working holiday.

There is a list of working holiday in Australia package which includes
Sydney head start package; this allows you to stay in one of the most popular backpackers hostels for the first few nights, while orientation team help with finding a job and also shows how working holiday Australia will be the best experience you will ever have.
Ultimate work packages; this includes all the benefits of the Sydney head start package, but makes your arrival that slight bit more convenient that gives you exactly the peace of mind you need. This provides you with access to thousands of job offered.
Ultimate oz package; this includes all the benefits of the ultimate work package, and in addition it gives you the opportunity to explore the vibrant lifestyle of Sydney and see the world-famous Bondi beach and the breath-taking Blue Mountains.

Top 10 Tips for your Self Catering Holiday in Cornwall

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Self catering holidays are growing in popularity as holidaymakers take advantage of the flexibility, and savings compared with inclusive deals. For those of you who are new to the self-catering experience, or perhaps just in need of a few pointers we hope that these top 10 tips will prepare you for the perfect holiday.

1.Cutlery and Crockery:

Most self catering establishments will provide you with the basics, a selection of pots and pans, plates and cutlery. But read the small print! You may find that they only provide crockery for the minimum number of guests and you dont want to be the one eating out of saucepans! If in doubt, give them a call to check.

2.Electric and Electricals:

Most self-catering apartments, cottages or caravans will come with an oven, hob and fridge. A kettle and toaster are usually provided too. Often there will be a minimal surcharge on a microwave, but its best to read the small print or give them a call to make sure.

At some self-catering destinations there will be an additional charge for electric usually if it is on a pay as you go meter. If your electric isnt included then its best to find out how the electric is topped up, so you can stock up on a supply of 50ps in advance.

3.Bedding and Towels:

Often bedding and towels will be included, but occasionally there will be a surcharge, and some holiday homes expect guests to bring their own. If you have allergies, or just expensive tastes, then it might be best to bring along your own bedding to make sure you can snooze satisfactorily.

4.Loo rolls, tea and coffee:

These just arrived essentials are often found at the bottom of the last suitcase, by which point the stresses of a long may have already gotten too much for some weary travellers. Some thoughtful self-catering destinations include some complimentary tea, coffee and other essentials, but if yours doesnt then it is best to pack these separately (or at least at the top of a bag or suitcase) for ease of access.

5.Packing a room at a time:

When it comes to packing for a self catering holiday, there is a tendency to pack everything but the kitchen sink, or to travel light and end up coming home with much more than you left with.

One way of sorting out what you will need from everything else in the cupboards is to adopt the do I use it weekly? approach. So in the bathroom you may decide that air freshener and bleach might be useful, but the sink un-blocker can probably stay at home.

When it comes to packing food, it is easiest to plan enough meals for the duration of your stay. Try to agree on breakfast cereals and sandwich fillings to lighten the load.

When planning a holiday to somewhere like Cornwall, take into account what you are likely to get up to when packing. If you plan to spend days at the beach, remember your swimwear, beach towels and comfortable clothes. If you plan on outdoor activities ensure you take sensible footwear, and if you are going to be spending a lot of time in the sun remember your sunscreen, hat and shades.

Holiday Destinations for Single Men

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For most unattached men, the word “single” brings a dual, or should that be duel, feeling. Being single is synonymous with freedom, but on the flip-side, very few men look forward to a lifetime spent alone. Thankfully, there are many destinations for a single vacation where a guy can tackle this conundrum on his own terms, in due time, but always after a hot experience in paradise. Here are five places that are custom-made for a singles holiday.

Medellin, Colombia:

Made for: Adventure-seekers, and romantics The draw: Endless jungles, and seduction as a culture

The terrain surrounding this ancient city is one of the most diverse in Colombia and a great vacation for singles. It has tall mountain peaks, jungle highlands and lowlands, deep gorges and canyons, and amazingly hypnotic farming areas. Every type of terrain offers the opportunity for extreme guided excursions. Places like the Abbura Valley are unmatched in the world for seasonal color. Temesis offers endurance hikes and waterfall rappelling only minutes from the city. Of course, there are thousands of private places like Los Katios National Park, where the jungle meets a crystal clear pool, perhaps with a cave or hot spring. This is the ideal spot for a single guy to entertain a lovely local girl, or fellow traveler in a dream-like setting.

Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Made for: Fit men who can dance and who crave noise The draw: 24 hour socializing and parties

Party Mecca for single men is Carnival, and Rio is its home base. Almost all year long, people in this city throw back the curtains for tourists. This is especially true for single guys who are extremely comfortable with leaving their self-loathing behind the moment the step off the plane. Festa (Portuguese for feast/celebration), is ingrained in Brazilian culture. In the ancient world, all roads led to Rome. In Rio, all roads lead to the beach, or a world class nightclub. There are the classics like Ipanema and the Copacabana, but other venues are becoming popular, especially if you have a favorite beach activity. Praia Vermelha is a surf hub, and Praia da Barra da Tijuca is famous for motor sports and parasailing. After working on the tan,go for dancing, drinks, and booty-watching at clubs like Leviano with its massive mosh pit, and Casa Rosa for laser-lit, edgy interaction. Rio might well be the perfect place for singles to holiday.

Bangkok, Thailand

Made for: Urban-oriented, tryst addicts The draw: Food, adult entertainment, and more food

Men from all over the world find Bangkok to be a fascinating study in opposites. There’s no argument that adult entertainment in all forms is a major draw, but local laws and customs must be respected at all times. It’s absolutely possible to find any type of entertainment that you want, but it must be enjoyed on the culture’s terms. Bangkok is like a single travellers fantasy theme park, but definitely…ahem, lives up to its name. The people of Bangkok are exotic creatures in familiar westernized, U.S. and Euro-style packages. They are very accommodating to the expectations of single male tourists, and have the inviting currency exchange rate to boot. Restaurants like Xing Fu satisfy a guy’s stomach. Fitness and outdoor gyms help a guy retain his muscle tone while away from home. Elephant riding in the Khoa Yi National Park provides opportunities for selfies to make friends jealous. Adult clubs, lounges and hotel concierge like will certainly where out a single guy’s eyes (if not his entire body). As a single guy wrestles with the notion of settling-down in life, he can get the “wildness” out in this huge bachelor party of a destination.