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Ibiza is a very popular tourist destination, especially due to its legendary and at times riotous nightlife centered around two areas: Ibiza Town, the island's capital on the eastern shore and Sant Antoni to the West.

Ibiza Town has become a popular destination for tourists. The most famous clubs include Privilege (the largest club in the world), Eden (the busiest nightclub in Sant Antoni), Es Parads (noted for its water parties), Amnesia (known for foam parties), Space (an afterparty club), Pacha, and DC10.

These clubs have become the centre of the worldwide electronic music movement. During the summer, world class DJs perform at the various clubs on weekly schedules, in between touring to other international destinations. Many of these DJs use Ibiza as an outlet for presenting new songs within the house and trance genres of electronic dance music. A typical schedule for clubbers going to Ibiza includes waking at noon, early evening naps, late night clubbing, and "disco sunrises". Due to Ibiza's notable tolerance toward misbehavior from young adult tourists, it has acquired the sobriquet "Gomorrah of the Med".

It is also famous for Caf del Mar, a long-standing bar where many tourists traditionally view the sunset made famous by Jos Padilla. Caf Mambo is situated next door, and has become an increasingly popular venue for club pre-parties after sunset, boasting big names such as Roger Sanchez, David Morales, Frankie Knuckles, Pete Tong, Paul Oakenfold, Sasha, Erick Morillo and David Guetta.

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The Tecnalia applied research centre has revolutionised the hotel sector with smart bracelets - the Smart VIB (Very Important Bracelet) that enables clients access hotel rooms without the need for a card, make payments using the PayPal system, share experiences on social networks via the numerous tactile screens at their disposition, and receive completely personalised services according to taste, while at all times guaranteeing protection of information.

These bracelets are available at two of the most emblematic establishments that the Palladium Hotel Group has in Ibiza: Ushuaa Ibiza Beach Hotel and Hard Rock Hotel Ibiza. This exclusive and pioneering service in the sector has been made possible thanks to the collaboration of the hotel group with state-of-the-art companies in the information and communications technologies sector.

Moreover, the Palladium Hotel Group has come to an agreement with PayPal, enabling the incorporation of payment for hotel products and services with the bracelet. All customers acquiring the Smart VIB bracelet or the associated packs (Zen, Ballad and Clubber) can connect with their credit card and use PayPal technology as a method of payment simply by holding their bracelet to the reader. For this it is only necessary to have a PayPal account. This is the first time the leading payment system in the world has embarked on a project with "wearable technology" in the hotel sector.

"With this initiative, PayPal has once again shown its capacity for leadership and innovation, providing simplicity and security for presential payments. The tourist sector has been one of the first to adopt smart bracelets, in order to facilitate payments and it is anticipated that this innovation will continue to spread to other industries", stated Estanis Martn de Nicols, Director General of PayPal Spain and Portugal.

The collaboration of Prodigy Consultancy, specialists in innovation in tourism, has been key at the strategic level, given that the Consultancy has enabled bringing Palladium and Tecnalia together, creating the "Smart Destination" brand. Thanks to this value enhancement, the consultancy has bridged the gap between the requisites of the Palladium Hotel Group and the know-how of the leader in "wearable" technology for the development of the product. "Cooperating for innovating is a maxim at Prodigy Consultancy, and this is why we have promoted the design and development of the 'Smart Destination' business initiative, responding to the current needs of the tourism sector and being part of our experience in the deployment of technologic strategies and innovations for providing and initiating ideas of value for the tourist industry", explained Antonio Andjar, Director of Prodigy Consultancy.

"The 'Smart VIB' bracelets are a generational renewal of the traditional analogic access bracelets, all inclusive and VIP, in the hotel sector, providing the tourist client with a unique digital and enriching experience, and the hotelier with an integrated solution, totally interoperable and innovative", stated Miguel Angel Chacn, Director of Smart Destination technology.

The Tecnalia applied research centre has been commissioned to develop the "wearable" VIBs for a "Smart Destination", a concept providing a completely personalised experience that is revolutionising the hotel world. According to Joseba Laka, Director of the ICT Division-European Software Institute at Tecnalia, "we have developed an easy-to-use device that is modern, practical and secure, with multiple benefits for the client and for the hotel. Tecnalia is totally committed to the future of cities and our aim is to transfer all our knowledge and know-how in R+D to everyday activities in order to enhance the quality of life of persons".

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Qatar Airways plans to operate five flights a week between Edinburgh and Doha from May 28.

VisitScotland said it will bring in about 33 million in projected revenue in the first year and 86 million after three years.

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It is one of six new direct routes starting this month connecting Scotland to Philadelphia, Chicago, Zurich, Verona and the Dominican Republic.

The flights have been highlighted as VisitScotland attempts to attract more visitors and businesses to set up links with the country at the IMEX tourism trade show in Frankfurt.

The conference sees businesses from the tourism industry meet airlines and travel companies, and VisitScotland hopes events such as the Commonwealth Games and the Ryder Cup can lead to further opportunities.

Neil Brownlee, head of the business tourism at VisitScotland, said: "Scotland is excelling in business tourism, evidenced by the wealth of major investments happening throughout the country, including accommodation, venues and major new flight routes.

"We are looking forward to communicating the importance of doing business in Scotland to over 9,000 buyers at the event.

"With the Commonwealth Games, Ryder Cup and over 800 Homecoming events, 2014 is set to be a massive year for Scotland and this delivers great opportunities for the whole economy."

Meanwhile, British Airways is to start a new three-times-a-week flight between Edinburgh and Ibiza next week.

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A Travel Guide to Ibiza

About Ibiza Ibiza is a world-famous destination, known for its unique nightlife and bustling atmosphere. This beautiful island is a true world of its own it boasts the whole package: very long hours of sunshine coupled with fine beaches; pristine, rich blue Mediterranean waters, dotted by secluded sandy bays and photogenic rocky outcrops; the perfect party scene, with an array of international clubs and bars tempting even the most reserved of people; a prominent and deeply rooted Spanish culture, with touches of local islander tradition a real treat for everyone. During the summer you may catch one of the many popular music bands that make Ibiza their annual scenario. Ibiza has built a network of amazing value-for-money hotels, sure to cater for your family holiday needs.

Ibiza has a reputation for being a party capital, however for holidays on island it offers so much more as there is a much more relaxing side . Family holidays to Ibiza Is well worth visiting the quieter northern part where you will find relaxing picturesque resorts surrounded by lush greenery and olive groves alongside pristine waters and long sandy beaches.

Staying in Ibiza provides so much to visiting holiday makers. The cosmopolitan resort of San Antonio offers everything from a fantastic selection of restaurants, clubs, pubs, water sports activities, a vibrant nightlife and great beaches. The quiter northern part of the Island in contrast is laid back. a perfect place for a relaxing Ibiza holiday.

The south of the island is where you can party all night until the early hours then relax on the beach all day, then start again ! Some of the most famous clubs are located in the south including the world renowned Pacha Club. The award winning Amnesia nightclub holds Cream club nights with huge stars such as Paul Van Dyk in control of the decks. And your into beach parties seek out the impressive Delano beach club which is open throughout the day, it offers excellent beach food, free sunbeds and great tunes until 4am everyday.

Ibiza is a small island, accessible from almost every European international airport and the perfect size for visiting the whole island at once.

Not unusually most of Ibiza has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and when you visit this beautiful Spanish island you will understand why. At least half of your time at Ibiza has to be spent exploring the secretive coves and other wonders of the island. If you wish, you could take a ferry to mainland Spain, which operate frequently from Ibiza's main town; a two hour sail will lead you to the cities of Barcelona, Valencia and Benidorm.

Take the time to explore the island's two main towns, both of which are coastal and boast a magnificent promenade, where luxurious restaurants fuse with affordable little eateries to offer you everything from cheaper menus, tapas and pizzerias to the crme-de-la-crme. While in Ibiza, you have to try the local flaons, a sweet pastry delight typical to the island the best way to finish off a traditional meal.

The Balearic Islands are home to some of the top holidays resorts in Spain with a fantastic array of accommodation on offer from budget hostels to some of the finest luxury Hotels in the whole of Spain. In general though for most part there is an incredible amount of good quality hotels around Majorca , Menorca Ibiza and Formanterra which offer excellent value for money hotels from luxurious to low cost.

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Tasty tunes: Kiss frontman Gene Simmons. Picture: Reuters

Perth's fast-expanding restaurant scene could soon include a string of global music-themed chains, including a franchise backed by Kiss frontman Gene Simmons.

Simmons' Rock and Brews, Hard Rock Cafe and Cafe del Mar have all expressed an interest in expanding into WA.

Hard Rock Cafe and Cafe del Mar have a presence on the east coast but a Perth-based Rock and Brews restaurant would be the franchise's first foray into Australia.

The West Australian understands the groups' interest was prompted by Tourism WA's "destination Perth" strategy, launched in March.

All three groups have lodged expressions of interest in the past two months but it is unclear how advanced their ambitions are.

Cafe del Mar Australia chief executive John Zappia wrote in a letter to Inspire WA director Eric Pearson that the group was extremely excited by the success of its Sydney restaurant and wanted to expand.

Our partners in Spain not only loved our concept and launch but are very happy with our progress to date and are eagerly awaiting our next moves, he said.

We are due to start our expansion stage and have already targeted a number of cities along the east coast, he said.

WA is very much part of this expansion and we see an operation on the west coast as crucial to our footprint, he said.

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