Travelling around the globe has never been so stylish and simple. The new P&O Cruises Azura ships are just two years old, complete with the latest modern, chic designs, amenities and entertainment to suit all the family.
The P&O Cruises Azura is the biggest of their leisure liners and offers a contemporary cruise experience. Its huge capacity enables travellers to sail to the shores of ports in Northern and Western Europe with everything they need just outside the door of their cabin. 

The multi-level decked ships have something to offer adults and children of all ages. Whether you want to dine al fresco under the stars, view the on board art exhibitions or spend an afternoon relaxing at the ship’s spa, adults will feel right at home. 

Children aren’t forgotten with kids clubs for various age groups. Toddlers will particularly enjoy the themed playgroup sessions with crafts, stories, games and snack times. Teenagers who would prefer to make their own fun will love the three pools and the latest flicks at Azura’s cinema. 

P&O Cruises Azura offers itineraries based around both the northern and western areas of Europe. Guests have the option of travelling for either seven, 14 or 17 days, with further destinations added for longer trips. 

Whatever your budget, there is a P&O Cruises Azura escape to suit everyone’s pocket. The seven day itinerary sails from Southampton and London, visiting various ports in Norway for a full day of exploration. 14 day cruises offer a more varied list of stop-offs with Belgium, Finland, Russia, Norway and Stockholm all waiting to be discovered. 

Western European P&O Cruises Azura takes passengers on a tour around Greece, Croatia, Italy and Korcula. Shorter trips drop in at ports in Spain. 

Wherever you want to travel this summer, do it in luxury with P&O Cruises Azura European journeys.

Marrakech is one of the most touristic cities in the world. It is also ideal for resting, especially after a long day of shopping or walking.

It also offers activities in quiet places in which there is serenity, which facilitates relaxation.

In a professional setting, you can enjoy the benefits of a relaxing massage or a scrub with black soap.

Spas

With their decorations that perfectly blend modernism and tradition, the spas of Marrakech are among the most beautiful in the world.

They provide customers with care according to their desires and desires, and their teams are endowed with a know-how and a professionalism of quality.

On the spot, you will benefit from scrubs with essential oils, massages, care with mineral salts, ...

After your session, a cup of tea will be served in a lounge combining prestige and elegance.

The hammams

You want to step back and enter a world of sweetness, treat and pleasure? Hammams are the ideal addresses.

For several years, these public baths have welcomed many locals and tourists who want to relax, wash or simply chat.

They are an escape to happiness and a real rite in the ocher city (each neighborhood is also home to many).

To make the most of the benefits of these spaces dedicated to relaxation, it is advisable to bring a horsehair glove, a black soap and a ghassoul (it is a traditional shampoo made with of argan oil and clay).

Wellness workshops

The wellness workshops of Marrakech allow their guests to master the techniques to apply in order to feel all the benefits of care and make them effective.

Said techniques are easy to implement and have several advantages in terms of beneficial effects for the body and relaxation.

The care is constantly adapted according to the profiles of the hosts and they also benefit from a complete assistance.

Several attentions accompany the benefits of care (quality products, herbal teas, valuable advice, ...) and provide more well-being and relaxation.

Basketry workshops

True art close to nature, the basketry workshop will allow you to discover the main local materials (reed stems and dwarf palm leaves) and 2 braiding techniques.

In a soft and peaceful atmosphere, you will not only explore the field of Moroccan basketry, but will also experiment with braiding techniques of these 2 materials.

The program consists of 3 to 4 hours of practice, several exciting explanations and a break around a delicious mint tea.

Throughout the course, an experienced professional (a basket maker) will also be at your disposal, and a certificate of participation and photos will be given at the end.

If you have always wanted to learn how to weave a tray or a basket of reed leaves, this workshop will seduce you.

Indeed this region of southern Spain is one of the most tourist of Europe and is visited each year by several million tourists. So what is so special about Andalusia?

Part of the charm of Andalusia is its cities. The cities of Andalusia, such as Seville, Cordoba and Granada, to name but a few, are reputed to be among the most beautiful cities in Spain and even in Europe. What makes them so special is the history of this region.

Andalusia saw, in the course of century, succeeding a large number of invaders having each left their traces. In fact Andalusia has seen peoples such as Iberians, Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, Visigoths and especially Arabs.

Even today, many monuments bear witness to the presence of these peoples. The Cathedral of Seville, the Alcazar of Seville, the mezquita of Córdoba or the gardens of the Alhambra in Granada recall, in their mixture of styles, that Andalusia was built at the whim of the invaders.

Andalusia is also the cradle of bullfighting, still widely practiced in cities such as Malaga, Seville or La Ronda but also Flamenco, a song and a dance still very popular in this region of Spain.

The Andalusian nature and its landscapes are also one of the assets of the region with the presence of national parks and a very popular seaside. The Andalusian climate is a delight for holidaymakers who spend the summer on the seaside.

Road Trip In Andalusia: Where To Start?

For starters, the first question to ask yourself when planning your Andalusian road trip is: When to go?

For more information on the best time to do a road trip in Andalusia, you can read our paragraph devoted to this question.

To answer quickly we can say that there is no really bad period for a road trip in Andalusia although I recommend the months of July-August because of the often very hot temperatures inland. If your road trip is focused on the coast then this should not be a problem. The best time being spring.

Which route to choose?

Ask yourself now what are the must-haves that you would like to visit in Andalusia? The following paragraph deals with things to do and see in Andalusia. It is common to arrive in one of the big cities of the region like Seville, Malaga even if it is quite possible to arrive in cities such as Granada or Almeria.

Choose the stages of your road trip with the following paragraph.

Flight ticket for Andalusia

As stated just above, Andalusia has several international airports. From the main cities of France you can reach: Seville, Malaga, Granada, Cadiz and Almeria.

Car rental

You will not really have a choice, which says road trip in Andalusia says car hire. It is essential to reach the different places to see and visit sometimes far from the transit routes of public transport. Note that it is still possible to take the train to the main cities of Andalusia.

Rent a car for 1 or 2 days and stay in major cities in the region or rent a car for the duration of your stay, it's up to you.

Book your accommodations

Another point of attention, housing. Indeed it will be necessary to make sure to book your hotels, especially in the major cities of Andalucia so as not to have any bad surprises. I have devoted two articles to housing in Andalusia, the first will tell you more about where to sleep in Seville, the second relates to housing in Malaga.

City of excessiveness with its skyscrapers and artificial islands, Dubai is one of the popular destinations to escape the greyness and cold. But this city of the United Arab Emirates has not always been extravagant. The proof is with a few still intact places that testify to the authentic Dubai and that it is important to discover.

Ali Bin Abitaleb Mosque

To enjoy the authentic Dubai, just start by appreciating the true architecture of the United Arab Emirates. The Ali Bin Abitaleb Mosque is a perfect example. Its mosaic tiles form a true work of art in the open: shades of blue, green, white and mauve adorn the facade of this Iranian mosque.

Another mosque in Dubai is one of the must-see places to visit. This is the Jumeirah Mosque. Imposing by its beauty but also its size, the mosque of Jumeirah is distinguished by its huge dome and two high minarets, built with modern materials. At night, the illuminated Jumeirah Mosque illuminates the city. Namely, this mosque is the only one in Dubai to allow non-Muslims to return and visit.

The Dubai Museum

In Al Fahidi fort, built in 1787, is the Dubai Museum, which traces the history of the city to perfection. Exhibitions depict the daily life of the time before the discovery of oil deposits in the 1960s, and scenes of traditional Arab habitat reflect Dubai's past. The museum also houses an exhibition on pearling pearl oyster diving, with measuring devices, weighing and old screens still used by merchants.

The old city of Dubai

To fully appreciate the traditional and authentic Dubai, head to the old town which has fortunately escaped the real estate bidding of recent years. The districts of Bur Dubai and Deira will immerse you in a traditional Middle Eastern ambience with old houses built in a more local style. To return to the origins of Dubai, we must also go to Bastakiya. This heritage village is no longer inhabited, but there are about fifty houses that have been renovated. These are the first homes built by the Persians on their arrival in Dubai.

The bazaars

How not to enjoy Dubai without hooking by the old souks? Typical of the Middle East, the local markets known as "souks" are full of treasure and must-see wonders. The 3 main souks of Old Dubai have specialized in spices, gold jewelry and fabrics. stay at atana hotel dubai to enjoy during your stay. To buy gold and jewels of good quality, it is enough to make a hook by the Gold Souk in the district of Deira. As its name suggests, this is the market dedicated to gold in Dubai. The many jewels are on either side of a sheltered street under a wooden roof. Here gold is sold everywhere and by weight! Nowhere else in the world will you find such low prices for gold. It would be a shame not to go for a ride and buy a souvenir for your half, your mom or just to make you happy. Perfect for shopping in Dubai otherwise.

It is a wonderland of domes, mosques, candy cane minarets and sweeping romantic deserts and here you can relish on the essence of Arabia, right from camel racing at dawn to burning-red dunes at sunset. It not only showcases storybook slice of the Gulf, the UAE capital has the contemporary side that is anything but subtle and indulgent.

Abu Dhabi combines the biggest and the brashest with the flashiest and the fastest. Abu Dhabi is the domain to some of the world’s most thrilling new adventures. It is good to know about some of the city’s perfect spots to live out the millionaire lifestyle for a day.

The world’s most expensive Mosque

It may not go back further then the ancient mosques of Mecca, Medina or Damascus or outshine the iconic turquoise-and-gold domed prayer halls of Isfahan, but the august Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque has a bolder calling card. This revered mosque was built recently in the late 1990s, and evolved to be the world’s most expensive mosque. The outer perimeters of the mosque are growing every year to accommodate more worshipers; no one is quite sure of what the final bill will tally up to.

The mosque is inspired by both Mughal and Moorish mosque architecture and paved with floral marble from – count them – 28 different countries, the mosque has a trifecta of acmes. Under your feet spreads out the world’s largest carpet, made by a 1,200-strong army of the finest Persian carpet weavers. Just lift your head and view the roof, there hangs the mosque’s seven gold-and Swarovski-crystal chandeliers. The title was usurped as the worlds largest by neighbouring Qatar; they remain incomparably the most expensive disco glitter balls ever made. Also you could view the piece de resistance: towering above the 1,000 columns outside is the glistening main white marble dome. It stands 85 metres in height, and is know as the largest of its kind.

So want to catch glimpse of this stunning terrain? There are regular tours run every morning except for Friday. Keep in mind that you are in a Muslim country, so strict dress code is followed and women are expected to cover their head.

The world’s fastest roller coaster

Ferrari World, the world’s largest indoor theme park also attracts lot of tourists. It is also home to the world’s fastest roller coaster  It is surely an extreme white knuckle ride for adrenalin junkies and petrol heads; it is interesting to note that Formula Rossa ride reaches speeds of 240 km per hour in less than five seconds and recreates the Formula 1 cockpit experience in all its adventure. You will be speeding through chicanes with a maximum acceleration G-Force of 1.7Gs, and the result would be, you will be having a face that looks like a sand-blasted desert dromedary. Try it regardless, it will be worth it.

The world’s most expensive hotel

Visit the big, brash and bold – it is said that even the cakes served at the Emirates Palace are made from gold. It can described as a cross between fairy tale castle from Sleeping Beauty and Aladdin’s Cave of Wonders, the capital’s self proclaimed seven-star Emirates Palace is the world’s most expensive hotel built to a budget of $3 billion. Stunningly grandiose, it symbolizes the regal opulence that the world has come to expect from Gulf: Where else can you expect such a marvelous star attraction?

Glide past the fountains, water features and landscape gardens, and follow any number of gold-painted corridors to a surreal backdrop of excessive chandeliers, ballrooms and decadent restaurants and drinking saloons, thankfully open to non-guests, so make use of the opportunity. Those who are there with cash to splash, the Emirates Palace also presents the world’s most expensive tailor-made holiday at one million dollars.

On your desert trot, if the bling becomes too much, put on your sunglasses to explore the kilometres of golden beaches at the hotel’s doorstep or throw moderation to the desert wind and attempt to eat your own weight in edible gold, with the hotel’s famous desserts and cakes. If you visit during December, you will be blinded by the world’s most ornamented Christmas tree.

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Abu Dhabi is the land of some more strange wonders – the world’s most expensive license plate, the world’s furthest leaning man-made tower and – er – the world’s tallest flagpole. It does not end here, the Burj Khalifa (the world’s tallest building), and Meydan (the world’s most expensive racetrack) are on show in nearby Dubai. At the famous Burj Al Arab, you will be served up what is said to be the world’s most expensive cocktail.