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French fine diving: 10 best France scuba dive sites

Last week I sent a friend a text for tips on French fine diving, to help write this article about the best France scuba dive sites. He misread it and sent the address of a Bistro on the Rue de Rivali in Paris. Our Gallic cousins are best known for their…

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Guide to Biarritz sailing breaks: Sail the Bay of Biscay

While Biarritz sailing breaks are not what this attractive Napoleonic town is famous for, it is a great base to sail the Bay of Biscay. Various nearby harbours offer easy access to the ocean, from which you can explore the beautiful Basque coastline of France and Spain. Sail the Bay of…

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Guide to San Sebastian surfing holidays in north Spain

When considering surfing holidays in north Spain, San Sebastian is often overshadowed by Basque Country standouts like Mundaka and Zarautz. But as you’ll find out in this guide to San Sebastian surfing holidays this stunning town is no stranger to very good surf conditions. Why San Sebastian surfing holidays? You can…

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Enjoy real climber culture: Best rock climbing holidays by Rockbusters

Looking to immerse yourself in real climber culture? Want the kind of trip where you don’t just feel like another number at the bottom of a balance sheet? Then check out Rockbusters who provide some of the best rock climbing holidays on the planet. Enjoy real climber culture Rockbusters are…

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Twenty of the best rock climbing holiday destinations worldwide

Some climbing destinations offer once in a lifetime climbs. Others are known for their party scenes or stunning views. But we’ve decided to create an article of the 20 best rock climbing holiday destinations worldwide – for areas that tick all the climbing boxes. These are the destinations that offer the…

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Lots of rock & even more sun: 10 reasons for a Costa Blanca climbing holiday

So, you’ve arrived at Alicante Airport, and having run the gauntlet of the hire car pickup point, you’re now driving north along the coast, excited about the week long Costa Blanca climbing holiday that lies ahead. You can’t help but stare with longing at the vast amount of rock you…

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Rockbusters: European Rock Climbing Road Trip

If you fancy spending the summer scaling rock faces rather than the career ladder then this trip might be for you. The Rockbusters team is travelling across Europe this summer on a European rock climbing road trip. You are welcome to join them for the entire eight week adventure or to dip in for…

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Five of the best mountain biking holidays in Spain: Pyrenees to Sierras

Away from the resorts and beaches of the Costas there’s a very different side to Spain. And it’s a side that’s steep, rocky and perfect for mountain biking. With the Pyrenees in the north and the Sierra Nevada in the south, plus a range of peaks in between, off-road cyclists…

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Guide to Bilbao scuba diving holidays

Bilbao lies on Spain’s often forgotten northern Coast. On the Bay of Biscay, it is part of the Basque Country, giving it a culture and feel that is distinctive from most of Spain. Bilbao’s stunning Guggenheim Museum is its big tourist draw, and the city is a great place to…

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Top 10 Europe surf destinations

Writing a top 10 Europe surf destinations can be a tricky businesses there are many factors that have to be taken into account. Firstly I have to assume I am talking to a mixed bag of surfers, not all beginners are going to want to know where the best 18ft…