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The festive feeling will come to Cartagena following the news that a town in the region is to get the largest ice skating rink in the country.
At a cost of €12 million (£8.45 million) the rink will initially be a temporary installation in La Vaguada, according to Typically Spanish, but will be bigger than the current provisions in Elche.
It will be introduced over the Christmas period and a study will be carried out to see whether it is worth turning the ice skating rink into a permanent attraction for the Cartagena area.
Those planning to drive on their next Spanish holiday should make sure to carry all relevant documentation relating to their cover and license, an insurance firm has warned.
According to esure, motorists who get behind the wheel abroad need to take the right paperwork with them, although they must make sure not to leave anything of this type in the vehicle unattended.
Head of corporate communications at the company Adrian Webb said that a driving license is always needed to hire a car abroad, but many people mistakenly leave it in the glove box - opening them up to identity fraud should the vehicle be stolen.
"If you're going abroad, take everything you've got - take your policies, policy booklets, emergency numbers, license - but don't drive around with it in the car," Mr Webb added.
More and more families are looking for adventurous holiday opportunities, a travel advisor suggested today.
Matt Hodgson, manager of Travel Nation, said although adventure trips can be a bit more expensive than a traditional package getaway, they can be a great experience for families looking for something "a bit out of the ordinary".
Indeed, those who holiday in resorts such as La Manga Club in Spain can partake in all sorts of sports and recreational activities - meaning a break away can be fun and fitness-orientated.
Mr Hodgson added that those who do choose an adventurous getaway tend to do so based on the weather conditions of the destination.
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has announced that it has signed a new 20-hotel franchise agreement with UK investment group Zinnia Hotels Properties Holdings that will see new hotels built for Spanish holidays.
The company, owner of the Express by Holiday brand, plans to sign the properties over the next five years, with an estimated total investment of 180 million euros from Zinnia. Due to open in late 2009, the first of the hotels will feature a range of amenities, such as power showers and workstations.
Under the terms of the deal, the number of IHG Express by Holiday Inn branded hotels in Spain will double and the company is aiming to make its brands first choice for guests and hotel owners.
The colourful, vibrant carnival in the city of Alicante takes place at the end of January each year and could be a great way to spend a Spanish holiday.
Running from January 21st to February 10th 2008, the event lasts for three weeks, with costume parades, dancing and music filling La Rambla and El Barrio on Sabado Ramblero.
The Sabado Ramblero celebrations will be held next year on February 2nd, while the festival begins with traditional plays and ends with a unique ritual entitled Funeral Wake and Burial of the Sardine.
Masks and makeup from the carnival are buried each year at the end of the festivities to prepare for Lent and the period of fasting and praying that follow the celebrations.
Among the delights of a Spanish family holiday is the chance for everyone to enjoy leisure activities and soak up the sunshine at the same time. And one of the best things about jetting off to La Manga Club is the chance to get children excited about sport and physical activities, which provide both fun and fitness.
In fact, Cancer Research has found that people's attitudes towards body weight can stem from their habits at a very young age - meaning exercise and healthy living may be more important than ever. The charity suggests engaging in activities and sports as a family can really encourage children to be healthier in later life.
Those preparing to go on a Spanish holiday should make sure that they have adequate travel insurance according to American Express (Amex) Insurance Services.
Amex Insurance Services has indicated that holidaymakers planning trips to locations in Spain like La Manga Club should not depend on the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) as a worthy substitute for insurance.
While the EHIC entitles EU residents to free or reduced healthcare costs abroad, the financial services provider highlights that carrying the card will not cover holiday cancellation, curtailment or repatriation.
Amex Insurance Services also indicates that Brits on Spanish holidays are only likely to save up to 20 per cent of medical bills in Spanish hospitals if all they have is their EHIC.
UK holidaymakers are bigger spenders than many of their European counterparts when it comes to staying in hotels, a new survey has discovered.
According to research by Hotels.com, Brits spend an average of £93 per night - following Russians, who are the highest spenders at £99, reports the Times.
The news could be reassuring for those thinking about booking luxury holidays in Spain or maybe jetting off to La Manga Club for a five-star break.
Amid the excitement of jetting off on a Spanish holiday, it important not to forget the essentials which could lessen the financial load should anything go missing.
According to recent research by SafeNet, an IT security firm, 8,500 mobile devices such as laptops and phones are mislaid in airports each year, meaning many holidaymakers are losing important information as well as a potentially costly item.
Gary Clark, vice-president of SafeNet for the Middle East and Africa, said people were being careless when it came to losing valuable gadgets.
"As mobile working continues to grow across the UK and the globe, security for laptops and mobile devices is more critical than ever," he added.
The world famous Spike's Bar in La Manga has been fully refurbished and is back better than ever! However, don't go to Hyatt Hotel if you're looking for some top entertainment, as Spike's Bar has moved and is now enjoying its new home in La Plaza (to the right of Mulligans).
The bar has been offering the best live music for almost ten years but faced an uncertain future in December 2006. The old management of Spike's decided to close the establishment, but knowing its popularity with holidaymakers at La Manga Club, a new management team took the opportunity to move the iconic establishment to its new refurbished home.
In its new location at La Plaza the venue now offers two bars and the entertainment has gone from strength to strength.
