Explanada de España is one of the city’s emblems. It runs parallel to one of the port wharfs and is lined on both sides with rows of palm trees. The floor is decorated with 6,600,000 tricolour marble tiles forming a design with a characteristic wave effect mosaic. Visitors and locals alike can enjoy these areas at any time of the year, thanks to the pleasant climate. Throughout the year there are workshops, entertainment, children’s theatre, puppet shows, etc. predominantly aimed at children and families. Other parks and gardens worth visiting are: La Ereta park: located on the slopes of Mount Benacantil at the foot of the Santa Bárbara Castle, opposite El Postiguet beach. From here you can enjoy unbeatable views of the city and follow an interesting route from the summit down to the city’s old quarter. El Palmeral park: is one of the most spectacular parks in the city, formed by a wooded area containing palm trees, ponds, lakes and artificial streams. It contains sports facilities and a cross-country cycling track, as well as a pavilion where a regular programme of events is scheduled including activities, children's theatre, puppet shows, etc. Canalejas: It is one of the most traditional open spaces in Alicante. It has spectacular lush vegetation including several hundred-year old rubber plants measuring 20 metres high. Gabriel Miró Square: This square honours the Alicante writer of the same name. Just a few metres from the Explanada and the seafront promenade, it has a monument in the form of a fountain and centenary trees with luxuriant foliage, creating a relaxed, pleasant atmosphere.

This fabled park bears traces of its imperial heritage, and it is most certainly worth a visit: apart from a leisurely stroll, you can enjoy one of the best views over the Dnipro river and also take a look at the Mariinsky Palace, the baroque ceremonial residence of the Ukrainian president.

Skåne County offers the perfect setting for year-round golfing experiences. Using Malmö as your base for a golf vacation, you'll have the opportunity to explore nearly 100 golf courses within an hour's radius from the city. This allows you to spend your days indulging in your favourite sport, and in the evenings, you can conveniently enjoy Malmö's vibrant restaurant scene and non-stop entertainment, all just a stone's throw away from your hotel. Below are a few golf courses in the Malmö area: Hylliekrokens Golf Center Limhamnsvägen 85, Limhamn +46 40 16 18 50 Hinton Golf Club - Rönnebäck Rönnebäcksvägen 3, Oxie +46 40 54 25 50 Hinton Golf Club - Sofiedal Vångavägen 33, Oxie +46 40 54 25 50 PGA of Sweden National Klubbhuset, Bara +46 40 635 51 08 Falsterbo Golfklubb Fyrvägen 34, Falsterbo +46 40 47 00 78

Discover the fascinating life of reptiles at Zoo de Mescoules. Here you can admire crocodiles, iguanas, giant pythons and other big snakes. Enjoy a guided educational tour that lasts one and a half hours. Outside is an inflatable outdoor game for children.