As 2012 closes to an end, many may believe that the Mayans were
right after all in predicting the end of the world. We don’t, we believe that 2013 will bring an
end to the economic downturn or at least the beginning of a positive and
prosperous year. Blands Travel have some
new products which can be seen as enhancement to experiencing Gibraltar, Spain
and Morocco. Not only do we cater for
the original Rock Tours and our other excursions, this New Year call on the
Blands Travel team to organise that special experience which will certainly make
you think of our proximity when it comes to adventure or leisure. This region has too much to offer for people
to travel to far places in the world to experience the same this region already
is enriched with.
Just as a taster, we can organise kite surfing in Tarifa to paint balling in Sotogrande, doom buggies to horse-riding gazing at the panoramic
backdrop of Gibraltar. Camel riding to
cooking your own Moroccan cuisine in Fez, Morocco. The possibilities are endless; my favourite
has to be spending the night in your own self equipped tents which really are comfortable
in the middle of the Saharan Dessert, have you ever thought of that?
I am to blame for not having written sooner… the Weekly Traveller
really needs to pull up his socks when it comes to blogging, well enough about
that… have a look at my top 10 travel adventures we would like to organise for
you guys in the new year, but what the heck let’s start by least exciting to
the most anticipated experience:
10. Mountain Biking
Sometimes there are just certain Routes you have to take!
Why not enjoy the pleasure of bike riding and unrivalled routes… although at
number 10, this certainly is an experience as you pace yourself through some
routes which you wouldn't call on this region.
9. Gibraltar’s World War II Tunnel networks.
A must do while you are in Gibraltar, if you reside in Gib,
then come and visit this magnificent network of tunnels and gather a taste of
our historic heritage, the tunnels allow you the ability to experience a taste
of life for the soldiers of this ‘garrison in the dark'.
8. Quads in Tarifa.
At number 8…… an experience to be lived with a group of
friends. Having various organised quad routes we are looking to thrill you
whilst you enjoy the journey around the Natural Park of the Straights. Driving
through tunnels, over the high dunes and across beaches, rivers and bridges,
all this while climbing and descending exhilarating heights.
7. Horse Riding
Ever
wanted to live an unforgettable rising experience, ride a horse through the beaches
and dunes of the region, whilst you gaze at Gibraltar’s fantastic backdrop.
6. Wreck diving
Gibraltar's has over 30 wrecks to explore; Gibraltar's
diving gives another dimension to the adventurer. Europa Reef is a well-known point for divers
and offers the more adventurous underwater explorer the chance to find caves,
drop offs and to see actual anchors of Phoenician and Roman ships that still
remain on the sea bed.
5. Windsurfing
We can organise wind surfing trips for you and your group. Imagine
the wind acting as your motor and the sea as your destination, come and
experience how the locals get away from the hustle and bustle. With so
much wind and such a beautiful setting windsurfing is an incredibly exciting
activity.
4. Hot Air Ballooning
Enjoy the beauty of Marrakesh from above by taking a
ride on our hot air balloon flight from La Palmeraie in the north-east corner of the city. As you fly over villages you will have superb
panoramic views across the palm grove against the backdrop of the breath-taking Atlas
Mountains. This has to go in an number 4
simply because the top three are simply superb.
However, I would advise doing this next time you travel to Morocco.
3. Camel Treks in the Sahara
Visiting the Sahara Dessert is a once in a lifetime
experience. Envisage riding a camel through the Sahara with nothing around you
and no sound apart from the footsteps of the camel on the soft sand. The sky is
clear in the day and packed with millions of bright stars at night and a truly
peaceful experience, rarely known to most of the busy western world.
2. Sahara Desert Adventures
Travel through the Sahara like you get to see in films. Get
a group together for this as the bedroom tents fits up to three single beds or
one large king size bed with the comfort of a hotel room. Each of the tents is
linked to each other by smaller compartments which hold facilities such as
hot shower, WC and a sink. The restaurant tent has four tables and the whole
camp is covered by colourful Berber carpets and cushions.
1. Skydiving
If you have ever dreamed of such a thing... why not try
it.... After all you only live once... you will feel so upbeat you will want to
dive again. We respect that you may want to start small... therefore why not
try a tandem jump, where without an extensive prior training, you will live an
exciting experience, connected to a highly qualified instructor. I have placed Skydiving as the Weekly Traveller’s
Number 1 Experience because we feel it is the most anticipated and adventurous
really putting you off your comfort zone!
So there we go… Blands Travel’s top 10 experiences that can
be lived in Gibraltar, Spain and Morocco… if you one day decide to actually
experience one of our activities do let us know, we are always a phone call or
a Facebook post away.
Happy Travelling Everyone
