Concepcion

Advantages: Great city, plenty to do, see and eat
Disadvantages: Go in season

...://www.ticketmaster.com The Missions The greatest concentration of Spanish Missions can be found in San Antonio. If you think the Alamo was it then you might be surprised to find out how large some of the other missions are. The others are Missions Concepcion, San Jose, San Juan and Espada. To get to the missions you are best using of the tourist shuttles running from downtown. At this point I should maybe point out something called the 'Mission Trail' in San Antonio. I can’t help thinking the city of San Antonio has missed out a little bit with this one. The Mission Trail goes from the Alamo to the furthest mission, Mission Espada. Being a fairly keen walker I had hoped to walk this route if possible (its over 10 miles I believe) but I could find no real information on the trail. Apparently you can also do it by bike. WEB INFO: http://hotx.com/missions/ Sea... Read review

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Advantages: The climate; extremely cheap even with the change from the peseta to the euro; and the fact that it's a residential area so no high-rises!
Disadvantages: Extremely busy in the summer months now that it's becoming a more popular destination to live and to visit, graffiti

...from most local resorts) and can seem somewhat chaotic at times. The road system does leave something to be desired I have to admit; lots of one way streets and confusing "give way" areas to negotiate; it may be easier to use the regular bus service (Bus Station: +966701068) if you’re not used to the road system. Torrevieja has outstanding monuments such as the Modernist Casino and the church of the Inmaculada Concepción in the main town square. There is also the Monument to the Chorister and the Museum of Sea and Salt, where the history of sea-life and of the salt-extraction industry are exhibited, which make up the history of Torrevieja. The town centre is also packed with gift shops and boutiques, selling almost everything imaginable. Alicante City itself is well worthy of a day-visit. In Torrevieja, you can walk down... Read review

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Advantages: Sunshine year round, beautiful beaches, rich heritage, friendly people
Disadvantages: In the summer it very warm, long distances

...border. It is a town with deep history, earlier settlements dating back to the Joan de Orante expedition in 1598, a settlement by Juan Maria Ponce de Leon 1827. The best attractions are: • Cool off at Wet'n Wild Water World - perfect for Kids • Hike through pristine trails in Guadalupe Mountains National Park • Tiqua Indian reservation - where you will find authentic Indian dance, arts and crafts • Visit Centurias-old Spanish Missions: Nuesta Senora del Carmen 1681, later dedícate Corpus Cristi de la Istela 1690, Nuestre Señora de la Concepción del Socorro 1682, a misión for Piros, Thanos and Jemes Indianas Houston - Galveston area. Pirate Jean Lafitte established a settlement on Galveston Island in 1817. Now Galveston is a major recreational site, port and trade center. In 1900 a major hurricane basically... Read review

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