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If you are a sports fan there is a very special experience in Mallorca that is pretty unique. The Rafa Nadal Sports Xperience Museum in Manacor allows its guests to enter into the immersive world of sports. The actual museum is located in the Rafa Nadal Sports centre. It features a large range of Rafa Nadel's trophies which are permanently on display, as well as memorabilia which has been donated by prominent figures in the sporting world. There is of course a section of the museum that is dedicated to the history of tennis which is very informative. The Xperience section is an area of the museum where Rafa Nadal has been heavily involved. Children and adults alike can be immersed in a range of high tech simulator activities, including so much more than just tennis. For example, there are simulators for formula 1, mountain biking and rowing. There are also a collection of other interactive sporting games and virtual reality experiences in sports such as ski j...

Sometimes it is nice to take a little something home with you when you have a great holiday abroad. Not only will it remind you of what amazing memories you made, you can also find some stunning high-quality goods to fall in love with. Majorca Pearls Mallorca is known for its pearls, but not those that you would typically find in the sea. The island features a number of top brand pearl manufacturers, such as Orquídea to Majórica, all of which have factory shops located inland. Some of the shops will even have their factories open, so you can go and see the pearls being made before heading to the shop. Traditional Sausages If you are a foodie, you should not leave the island before snapping up some traditional Mallorcan sausages, which are known locally as 'Sobrasada'. The sausages are made by families across the island, so you shouldn't have to travel too far from your Mallorca holiday rental to find them. The sausages are cured so should be fine fo...

Barcelona is a city full of attractions, sights and history, but little beknown to some, some of the most interesting history is hidden in places you are unlikely to find unless you know where to look. So book a Vacation villa in Barcelona , and get exploring today. Exploring Barcelona's Gothic quarter is an experience in itself, but there are a few hidden gems buried amongst the obvious spectacular architecture. There is a small corner that is pretty wonderful to see, but you just need to know where to look. The medical patio is located at Calle Paradis 10, and it is in this patio that you will be able to find four columns that once formed part of the temple of Augusto, and are more than 2000 years old. Museum of the History if Barcelona There is no better place to learn about the evolution of the city than in the Museum of the History of Barcelona, located under the old town and filled with various ruins and artefacts from the city's past. When you are wa...

Perched on top of a hill, Pals is a charming medieval village, a great place to have a holiday in Spain , just a few km inland from the Costa Brava coastline. There are many attractions in and around the town, which are great for families to enjoy. Explore the Rice Fields For almost 5 centuries now rice has been grown in Pals, and a great way to spend a morning is to walk or cycle through the fields. In the summer months you are also able to hop on a tourist train through the rice fields with amazing mountain views in background. You will be taken to the mill where you can see the process and the machinery room with a guide. Parc Aventura This attraction offers a unique adventure for families, located high in the pine forests. With over 80 thrills, including zip wires, tunnels and Tarzan jumps, it will certainly have your adrenaline pumping! Only a 5-minute drive away, and with parking facilities, it offers a great day out from your Costa Brava vacation rental ...

If you want an experience with a difference while you are renting a villa in Menorca , then visiting Cova D'en Xoroi is a must. The venue is essentially a bar and restaurant built into the cliff face, and although you have to pay a small entry free to get in, you are rewarded with a drink and an experience like no other. To enter, you have to first descend down some stairs and then through a maze of twisting rocky corridors, until you reach the bar itself. Not only is the venue pretty unique, it also offers some stunning views from the opening at one end, and a promise of some pretty spectacular sunsets. The venue has been described as the ultimate sundowner, as there is nothing quite like sipping on a refreshing cocktail and watching the sunset to the sounds of ambient music. It is no wonder that locals and holiday makers flood from their Menorca accommodation to party the night away in one of Menorca's most unique venues, which is popular both day and night. T...

On the 25th May this year, the Ibiza International Music Summit will take place, located in the picture-perfect location of Dalt Vila. Many people will renta villa in Ibiza purely to attend this event, as it is one of the most unique parties in the world. It is an event worth attending for the location alone, which has been named as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you are a fan of electric music, then this is the music festival for you, with an exceptional line up year after year. Like many music festivals in the island, the event takes place in the open air, and as the 11 th edition, the organisers are making it bigger and better than ever. This year Sven Vath is headlining the performance, returning for his third Dalt Vila appearance, but you will also find other acts including Pete Tong b2b Bedouin, Nastia b2b Dubfire, Danny Tenaglia b2b Guy Gerber and many more. It is one of the only events where music legends share the stage with some of the most exciting, emerging a...

EsVedra is often described as one of Ibiza’s biggest attractions, and can provide a great day trip from your villa in Ibiza . Although the island off the western coast of Ibiza is small, it is incredibly beautiful. It stands at 413 metres tall and is around 2 and a half km from the coast of Calad’Hort, and forms part of the protected Calad’Hort nature reserve. History The rocky island is thoughtto have been standing for 155 million years, formed by seismic movement on the coast. Due to its location the south west, the EsVedra sunset is really out of this world, and trip to the island from your Ibizaholiday rental is worth it just for the sunset alone. Myths and Legends. Tours to the island are as popular as they are partly thanks to the history of the area, which is shrouded by myths and legends. Fishermen and boaters swear that their navigational equipment goes crazy when they are anywhere near the rock, much like the Bermuda triangle, but no one knows why. The...