Gibraltar has fast become one of the most popular short haul city breaks, given it is less than a three hour flight from the UK and boasts year round sunshine. With direct, cheap flights from Gatwick and Luton, it has never been a better time to visit this duty-free haven. There is no tax levied on alcohol, tobacco, electronics, perfumes and jewellery hence the high number of repeat visitors to this sunny country at the southernmost tip of Spain. Jerez and Seville are a short hop across the border and Malaga is a very pleasant two hour drive along the coast.
As you come in to land at Gibraltar Airport, you see blue skies, swaying palms and the imposing grey of the Rock of Gibraltar rising high above the skyline. Gibraltar enjoys the sub-tropical sunshine of Africa tempered by the cool sea breeze of the Atlantic.
Almost totally surrounded by water, there are five beaches in Gibraltar where you may indulge in some water-sports like diving, sailing or even go on a dolphin safari or take a day trip across the Mediterranean to an authentic souk (market) in Morocco where haggling is part of the culture.
Eating out is part of the whole experience and fun of going on holiday and Gibraltar boasts a vast selection of French, Spanish, Moroccan, Indian and Chinese places to eat. You can dine al-fresco on one of the three Marinas overlooking the sea or you can visit any of the hotels such as the Caleta and Rock hotels, both of which offer an amazing selection of cuisine. From sophisticated wine bars to lively British pubs serving cordon bleu cuisine to roast beef and Yorkshire pudding, Gibraltar has it all!
Many couples wanting to get married in the sun are now choosing to get married in Gibraltar as it is not only a short flight away but very inexpensive, compared to UK prices. Further, you can be married here within 24 hours of arrival without the residency requirements of other countries. John Lennon married Yoko Ono in Gibraltar whilst Sean Connery got married here too.twice! Roger Moore chose Gibraltar as his honeymoon destination whilst Timothy Dalton continued the Bond tradition and filmed a sequence on the Rock for The Living Daylights'.
Whether you're looking for a beach break or a city break, a cheap break with a good selection of entertainment or a quick getaway just to relax you can be sure to be completely satisfied when you visit Gibraltar. So go on, spoil yourself! Book a competitively priced flight and hotel package online and add dolphin safaris or other excursions to your holiday. We guarantee you that you won't find prices to Gibraltar any cheaper anywhere else.
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