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Unparalleled diversity is probably the best phrase to describe Argentina. Spanning nearly 3, 800km and covering an area over 2,776,890 sq km, Argentina is a colossal country, and subsequently the eighth largest country on the planet.

With all this space, there is a wealth of options for the humble traveller. Over the past few years Argentina has become a very popular tourist destination, this is likely to be down to the fact that a visit to Argentina, quite simply, feels like a trip to hundreds of countries rolled into one!

For instance, to the West of Argentina lies the worlds longest exposed mountain range, the Andes; 4,500 miles of stunning icy peaks and vast ravines. Home to the protected province of Aconcagua, experienced hikers and novices alike will be in their element here.

A trip to the North East will allow you to witness the Iguazú Falls, the worlds most impressive waterfalls. Comprised of 250 different falls, Iguazú Falls is a truly awe-inspiring experience.

Moreover, Argentina’s climate has resulted in an interestingly varied population of plants and animals throughout this region.

If you’re looking for something a little more upbeat and commercial, then in true Argentina style, you have the capital, Buenos Aires on the Western Coast!

Dubbed as “a city without boundaries”, you’re going to find it very hard to leave behind its addictive charm and charisma. Home to 13 million Porteños, it may come across a little daunting upon your first visit.

Venture into the Southern area of the city though and you’ll be welcomed by the locals who bounce along to the vibrant beat of the tango in their colourful and quirky districts.

Looking for something a little more sophisticated? Then the Northern areas of the capital are likely to be more your scene, with an abundance of fashionable shops, hotels, clubs and restaurants.

If you plan on exploring the country then it may be a good idea to book your hotels in advance, ensuring your not left “high and dry”!

In conclusion, which ever corner of Argentina you find yourself in, you’re sure to be back there very, very soon.

Having a quick check online for cheap hotels should help free up some cash so you can really indulge in the atmosphere too.

Large group holidays for the 18-30 market are all about going out, having fun and experiencing some of the best nightlife on offer in some of the premier beach resorts in the world.

One of the biggest mistakes of booking a large group holiday is overspending on the hotel. If you are going to truly experience (and afford) the delights a destination has to offer, then beds should almost be an optional extra.

Here is our list of the best places to go for awesome nightlife with cheap hotels to boot.

Ibiza

Clubbing and Ibiza are so synonymous that the Oxford English Dictionary is considering rewriting the entry to: “Clubbing: see Ibiza”. Ibiza is clubbing and if you want some of the best atmosphere in the world for dancing and romancing then Ibiza is the place to be.

Pacha, Privilege and Manumission are three of the biggest names on the island, and rightly so, parties don’t get much bigger or louder than the island that never sleeps. Cheap hotels are best in San Antonio, at the heart of the clubbing Mecca and a short stumble home after a massive night.

Magaluf

A second entry for the Balearics, Magaluf on the island of Majorca still has an electric club scene and in many cases is considerably cheaper than a night on the town in Ibiza. BCM is the best of the bunch in the resort attracting some of the big names such as Judge Jules, DJ Sammy and Erick Morillo.

Cheap hotels are available all over the island, but Palma Nova is best avoided as it is more family oriented. Stick to Torrenova for the best deals.

Faliraki

In Greece, they say there are more bars and clubs per capita in Rhodes than there are in New York or London. Whilst this is a nice apocryphal tale, there is plenty to light up your night out on the Greek island.

All Rhodes lead to Faliraki. Not really, but there are two main roads in Faliraki that you want to get acquainted with for the ultimate night out in Greece, simply named Bar Street and Club Street. There are no prizes for guessing which street caters for which entertainment. The cheapest hotels are just outside the centre of town.

Bodrum

Forget the stereotype of belly dancing Turkish girls dressed up like Princess Jasmine, a night out on the tiles in Turkey is one which revolves more around restaurants and bars than dancing and clubs. Bodrum is the best place to get social with the locals. The otherwise quite sleepy town is transformed by night to become a buzzing bazaar of late night bars.

The Fora Bar on the beach is a particular favourite with tourists and the natives. With the Turkish lira being weak against the pound, cheap hotels can be found in Bodrum for as little as £18 a night.

Malta

Malta has opened up in recent years to the European clubbing scene and is fast becoming a hotspot for British tourists. One thing about Malta is that the weather is almost guaranteed to be scorching hot, as is the nightlife.

Tattingers in Rabat is fast growing a reputation for a blinding night out, and becoming a serious rival to some of the top clubs in Ibiza.Cheap hotels are available in St Julians and Paceville, at the heart of club land in Malta.

If you have never been to Disney World, or haven’t been for 20 years, then go ahead and spend a day or two at Animal Kingdom. Check the schedule for the shows — bird show, etc – as these are as good as or better then the “rides”. You will either be staying in the Animal Kingdom Lodge ($200+ per night & up) or you don’t mind paying for a full day of Disney, but this means you’ll leave after a few hours when the babies get tired and cranky. That is the ONLY reason I’d urge you to choose Disney: if you have been to Disney before, or will be able to bring your children to Florida again when they are older (like 8 & 10), then let Disney wait.

Busch Gardens will be less exhausting for younger children and will save you tons of money as well. Not only is BG admission cheaper, but prices for food and gift items are wonderfully lower than at WDW. There are hotels in easy walking distance to the park (there are auxillary pedestrian entrances as well as the main entrance), but some of these hotels are surely not the Marriot… however the prices are very reasonalbe and the convenience can’t be beat.

The park itself is a lot like a large modern zoo, the kind where animals have big islands to roam on instead of being confined to little cages. Of course, there are roller coasters and other rides among these exhibits. There is a ‘kiddie land’ with nothing but rides for the very young, but there are also carosels, bumper cars, sky rides, and so on scattered throughout the park. Just as at Disney, get a schedule of shows, especially the animal shows.

So, BG is a better choice for the children, who are really too young to appreciate Disney OR to handle a full day of “The Disney Experience”.

Exception: if for the adults this is a rare opportunity to do WDW, go for it; there is nothing else like it, and you should do it once in your lifetime. Another exception: if you have the money to stay WDW hotel right next to the park (so everybody can nap), or if don’t mind leaving Disney after a few hours, give your kids the treat.

If you are one adult and two small children, you are going to have problems getting the group onto some rides. Think about it. Two to a seat. Are you going to let them go by themselves? Some rides don’t allow children that young to ride by themselves. You can’t go with them one at a time; who will watch the waiting child? So you might want another adult, even if you have to hire a guide or nanny for the day. This applies to BG and WDW both.