Social Media

Are you looking for a job in social media? The market is incredibly saturated, therefore gaining any extra knowledge in the area is crucial for you to beat your opponents to the position. The ways this could be achieved are illustrated on the following site:

http://www.cv-surgeon.co.uk/advice-and-news-articles/industry-spotlight-finding-a-job-in-social-media-and-seo

Let us know what you think of the article and whether there is anything you would add!

Scuba Diving

Look at any top 100 things to do before you die and you will normally see a mention of scuba diving or seeing a coral reef. When living this experience, you really begin to understand the reason this activity is so popular, as you feel like you are living something out of a documentary.
The following page http://lifecruiser.com/archive/the-best-hurghada-dive-sites/ goes through all the areas in Hurghada that you can go scuba diving in, which offers a great idea into which sites to try out

The best beaches in Portugal

Next door to Spain, Portugal is renowned for its picturesque beaches and for its great food. If you plan on visiting Portugal any time soon, I would recommend having a read of http://landlopers.com/2012/09/03/top-five-beaches-in-portugal/
This post by Landlopers offers a great insight into which beaches to visit when traveling to the country.

Our latest review, hope you enjoy

If you are planning your next trip already, we will always be honoured to help with any advice or tips. Our latest review has come from thevacationgals at http://thevacationgals.com/best-travel-rates-and-dream-trips-directline-holidays/
Our destination of the month is the Balearic Islands, as the parties reach their climax before dieing down in October. Featuring Magaluf and Ibiza, this area is well known for its parties, however its natural beauty is astounding, often surprising many

How far have you travelled?

We all long for that travelling feeling, living out of a bag and being free from work, rent and responsibilities. Unfortunately we also know that this is difficult to achieve, however the main obstacle to overcome is yourself, as so many of us place mental barriers in front of completing what we want. Earl wrote a great blog on taking the plunge, which can be read at http://www.wanderingearl.com/every-trip-is-a-trip-of-a-lifetime/
Take that trip of a lifetime, and if you do, let us know if you loved it :)

Why do people travel

I, for one, have an unappeasable desire to travel the world, with my last adventure being in Sharm El Sheikh. I also watch longingly as my friends have just jumped on a plane to South East Asia, as I sit in my office in Croydon.
When it comes to travelling, Familyonbikes have a vast level of experience, while their latest post on 'why people travel' is a great read, which you can view at http://familyonbikes.org/blog/2012/08/why-do-people-travel/


^Tom

Knowing When to Vacation

Knowing when to visit certain destinations is crucial to having an amazing holiday or to avoid backpacking through a storm. Couple Money have produced an article highlighting these points, which can be seen at:
http://couplemoney.com/travel/travel-savvy-knowing-when-to-vacation/

Backpacking guide

We could all do with a little bit of guidance when it comes to taking a backpacking trip! I personally (Tom) went on a roadtrip across the USA, and the experience I gained was invaluable!

Foxnomad have made a blog post on how best to prepare for your big trip around the world, at:
http://foxnomad.com/2012/07/24/how-can-i-best-prepare-for-my-first-backpacking-trip/

When Legends And Astronomy Create A Famous Clock

Prague is a beautiful city, the ultimate destination for a city break! Why not have a read of Globotreks blog post at http://www.globotreks.com/destinations/czech-republic/prague-orloj-legends-astronomy-clock/

Activities To Try During Holidays In Cala Millor

Running out of things to do on your holiday? Beach Comber Pete has produced a list, which is provided here: http://www.beachcomberpete.com/travelogue/2012/08/16/activities-to-try-during-holidays-in-cala-millor/

Adventures on the Balearic Islands

Planning on going on holiday? Why not consider a holiday to the Balearic Islands? Thrilling Heroics have made a post on adventure holidays in the Balearic Islands which might just tempt you into booking your trip to the Islands next: http://www.thrillingheroics.com/balearic-adventure-spain-for-the-holidays-part-iii

The Balearics, famous for Ibiza and Magaluf, have much to offer as well as the nightlife! Have you ever visited the island?

Taganga Columbia

The Nomadic Family

The Nomadic Family have produced another exhilarating blog post which can be viewed at http://thenomadicfamily.com/2012/08/why-we-fall-in-love-taganga-colombia-photo-journal

Take a read and let us know what you think!

Directline Holidays

Directline Holidays is an online travel agent set up in 1993. Our experienced and friendly team is dedicated to helping holiday makers find their dream holiday at the best available price, in one easy search.

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