If you’re planning on taking your car with you overseas, there are a few things you need to know. Maybe you’re planning on moving abroad and want to take your car with you, or maybe you’re planning an extended vacation, complete with a roadtrip portion, and you think it would be less expensive to take your own car rather than getting a rental. Whatever your reason for wanting to travel overseas with your car, the following guidelines will help ensure that you encounter as few hassles as possible.

When people think of Spain and travelling around this wonderful country, it doesn’t take long for big cities to come to mind; Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia, Seville etc. They are often high on the list of places to see for anyone spending an extended period of time in Spain. There is no doubt the famous Spanish coastline, the beautiful Balearic and Canary Islands and the stunning Sierra Nevada mountain ranges will amaze any visitor, but for a true taste of Spain’s history, combined with the cosmopolitan feel of modern European cities then you must explore the likes of Madrid and Barcelona.

Driving is often dangerous in any town. However, a notorious few are considered the most dangerous cities to drive in. The top five include:

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Part of the joy of living in Spain is that you get to head off and enjoy the countryside without having to get on a plane from Manchester or Gatwick like the rest of them! All you need to do is have the kit you need, and then as soon as you see a good weather window, or have a few days off at short notice, you can head for the hills … or the beach …or whatever takes your fancy.

As another summer season approaches, Spain prepares for the influx of millions of tourists heading for a taste of the beautiful climate, stunning coastline and relaxing atmosphere. Spain continues to thrive as the world’s second most popular tourist destination, and has so much to offer today’s tourist, more so than only what is available in the main holiday maker focussed mega resorts.

I’ve read a number of articles recently about how a holiday in the sunshine can boost your chances of getting pregnant, and it’s actually not just down to that feel-good factor. It’s all about the benefits of vitamin D, the levels of which are raised by exposure to sunlight. This is the counter to the advice telling everyone to stay out of the sun. Moderate sun is actually good for us, because it helps the body produce Vitamin D.

It is a while since I have been but Tenerife is a great place for a holiday if you are looking for virtually guaranteed sunshine, but for those that want to spend their holidays doing more than just getting a tan there is a lot to do on the island, apart from the obvious relaxing by a pool or on the beach. When looking for a Hotel in Tenerife one great buzzing resort, which is where we stayed, is Playa de las Americas in the south of the island. It is within easy access of the airport, and boasts great nightlife and a huge choice of amenities.

Even the best travel plans can be waylaid by a transportation disaster. Between rigid security requirements, canceled and overbooked flights, and undependable, cramped public buses, the potential for your dream vacation to turn into a nightmare is endless. But travelers-in-the-know have another option to get where they need to go – booking a jet charter, bus charter, or limousine charter. Chartering is a flexible, convenient, and sometimes even affordable way to bypass the complications and hassle of going on vacation or traveling for business.

Advanced smartphones, such as the Android, Blackberry and iPhone, have become an essential accessory in our daily lives. These units are very nice to look at and yet exhibit a high functionality essential in any gadget. Those who are always on the go rely on their smartphones for an assortment of functions with large storage phonebooks with easy phone number search, GPS Tracking, MP3/4, and a multitude of applications to download. Below are 5 essential applications that will help maximize the potential of the smartphone as a travelling companion.

If you are visiting Spanish shores and looking to find car hire that will make your trip as hassle-free as possible, then it’s important to choose the right deal.

A couple of decades ago or more, flying to Spain would have been a nerve-racking affair for one major reason.
Once you’d landed, cleared customs and the passport check, it was time to head to the car hire desk – and for many people that was where the problems started.

If the British winter is getting you down, and you long for the sight of the sun, then the Canary Islands may be the perfect holiday destination.

All year round, the Canaries offer an ideal climate – long hot days in summer and cooler but still pleasant in the winter.
The Canary Islands, located just off the northwest coast of Africa, are autonomous from Spain and receive a combined 12 million visitors per year. The four largest islands are the best known – Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria and Lanzarote.

The Basque Country boasts some of the most iconic landscapes in Spain, with its beautiful mountain ranges and stunning coastline.

This area of Northern Spain has plenty to see and do with its vibrant cities and picturesque countryside, a far cry from the bustling streets, cloudy skies and expensive London Hotels of back home.

Bilbao is the largest city in the region and is a must-see if you are lucky enough to be in the area, as it harbours some cultural marvels.

Tenerife is a Spanish island that boasts diverse attractions, but few visitors can resist the Teide National Park.

Teide is the most visited national park in Europe, with some 3.5 million visitors each year, even though it is hardly ideal in terms of transport options.

When it comes to tips on visiting Spain, though, be sure that this is a trip that will live long in the memory because although some of the accommodation may not match the luxury of some Dubai Hotels, the spectacular scenery and activities around the park more than make up for it.

If you’re considering a trip or an even a permanent move to Spain, you’re not alone – it’s one of the most visited country in the world.

In 2007, almost 60 million foreign tourists visited Spain, putting it behind only France as the destination of choice. If offers the visitor luxurious accommodation that rivals even the finest of Dubai Hotels yet also boasts spectacular scenery, great weather, a glorious coastline and delicious cuisine.

Have never been on a cruise, primarily because the thought of being in one place for so long with the same people fills me with dread, but I have to say that I have a number of friends who have been on Royal Caribbean cruises and loved them, and I can’t think of anybody that hasn’t become hooked on them and gone on at least one more.

Not good news for expats and regular travelers in Spain who travel tourist class with Iberia as they have announced they will be charging for second suitcases checked into the hold from 1st March 2010, in an attempt to lighten the planes, save fuel costs and speed up operations ….. no mention of making more money or reducing costs to passengers you note!

Although many are warning that Britain is at risk of plunging back into recession based on the remarkably low growth figures (0.1%) compared to an expected 0.4%, the 18 month recession has officially ended and early indications are that it is good news for the travel industry, and therefore one hopes for expats living in Spain hoping to see the tourism related business that so many depend on for their income pick up.

Spanish Air Traffic Controllers are threatening to disrupt flight plans for thousands of expats living in Spain either wanting to fly back to the UK to spend time with their families and take advantage of the current exchange rates, or wanting to fly out to their holiday homes and get some sunshine over the Easter break.

Passengers who fly with no-frills carriers leave a softer “carbon footprint” than those on full-service airlines, new research has shown

Apparantly the combination of newer fleets, direct flights and a higher ‘seat density’ means that the budget airline flights can produce 35% of the carbon emissions per passenger of the larger ‘full-service’ airines.

The Telegraph has an excellent article highlighting the best routes by air, rail, and ferry to Sain for 2010, and explains how to save money on car hire. With more and more flights getting cut, and ferry services scheduled to stop later in the year this is a pretty comprehensive guide.

Unfortunatley it doesn’t say if flights are winter, winter and summer, or just summer but it does list the web sites and phone numbers for the various companies.