Despite the gloomy outlook, Spain still has a lot to offer to visitors, especially in the Balearic Islands. A mainstay of Spanish tourism, these islands offer an amazing climate, with roughly 300 days of sunshine.

The world seems to be slowly coming out of the recession, but the Menorca vacations industry is facing a ten per cent drop in tourism - so who do you call on to rescue the situation? In Menorca's case it's their number one son and the world's top tennis player, Rafa Nadal.

With a drop in the number of visitors over the last three years, Menorca property prices have looked precarious at the best of times. With the recession many owners are facing up to having to cut their asking prices to achieve a sale.

Spain is known by millions as the ideal holiday destination. But this year there's going to be a big drop in the number of visitors...

Organised adventure holidays are becoming more popular - but so are independently arranged ones. A new scheme sets out to help those who might hit problems during their travels.

A new report suggests that the number of unsold Spanish holidays this year is at a record high. Which should mean some great deals for those who haven't booked their summer 2009 holiday yet.

Well known in Europe as a villa holidays destination, Menorca has just been recognised for three great hotels too.

If you're wondering where to head for for your summer holiday this year, Spain's islands offer a good variety and a different experience on each.

It's going to be a difficult year for Spanish tourism - but an opinion poll might remind holidaymakers just why Spain is so popular.

Tourists appear to be waiting till the last moment to book a Balearic Islands vacation this year. Even in today's struggling economy, people are not foregoing their usual Balearics vacation. They're simply looking for the best prices possible. Great deals on accommodations in conjunction with low cost airfare are sure to attract more tourists to the islands this year.