Most family finances have suffered in the recession, which has put a cramp on many usual luxuries such as seasonal holidays. As a result, many families have started to look at more affordable holiday options such as caravan holidays. Luckily, there are many park holiday options throughout the UK which are all outlined in a new website Cheap Short Breaks Reviewed, created to help those looking for a great, cost Read More ...
Across the country Brits are getting ready to take their annual holiday with a new survey reporting that 75% of all those who have already planned a holiday experienced a harsh reality during their trip. According to Carrentals.co.uk, one out of every three people in the 1,500 people survey reported that when they arrived at their holiday resort a slew of animals had already beaten them there including everything from Read More ...
The UK has some of the most spectacular holiday lodges you’ll find. Ranging from log cabins to cottages and based in rural countryside to village style resorts, you’ll find a wealth of style, character, modern facilities, traditional charm and old fashioned hospitality on offer. Here we’ve taken 8 fantastic examples to highlight just some of the offerings available. Bluewood Lodges – Kingham, Oxfordshire, UK Bluewood Lodges in Oxfordshire is located Read More ...
Ever dreamed of a stress free Florida holiday, without sleeping in cramped hotel rooms or dealing with busy pool sides? Everyone’s dream holiday is to wake up leisurely and walk out onto a private patio overlooking a peaceful pool. The kids in their own spacious rooms, the neighbours quiet and best of all, not keeping to anyone else’s schedule but your own. Sound good? Then Florida Villa holidays are perfect Read More ...
Poor alliteration aside, the title of this blog post is actually very relevant to anybody looking to book a UK beach holiday in the near future. Over the decades, there have been plenty of concerns about the cleanliness of beaches, whether it’s because of waste being dumped into the ocean nearby, shipping routes passing close to the shore, nuclear power plants pumping out coolant water nearby, or just people littering Read More ...
Ibiza is known as one of the best party destinations in the world, but outside of the clubs and non-stop nightlife, there is a much more colourful side to the island that is a bit more natural. In fact, Ibiza offers plenty of history, stunning countryside, and a dozen wonderful beaches making it a great place for family holidays as well. Although Ibiza may not pop into your mind as Read More ...
A luxury holiday in Bodrum could make your dreams of a sunny, fresh Turkish holiday come true. Bodrum is a coastal town and a popular port located in the province of Mugla. It faces the Greek island of Kos and is world famous for yachting and a high standard of living. Warm, gentle weather, delicious food and a cheery, friendliness towards tourists have made it a holiday hot spot and Read More ...
Cornwall has been popular with tourists for decades, but if some of the rumours about the next Pirates of the Caribbean film prove true then it may be that people flock to Cornwall for more than just its beaches and weather. The rumours are that sections of the next film will be shot in St Ives, one of Cornwall’s gems. If this beautiful seaside village is used, then you can Read More ...
Kenya’s Turtle Bay Beach Club has been chosen as one of the Best Family Hotels in Africa by TripAdvisor in its 2010 Travelers’ Choice awards based on millions of real and unbiased reviews and opinions about hotels on tripadvisor.com and content from across the web. Turtle Bay’s award results from the thousands of happy holidaymakers who have praised the resort on TripAdvisior. The beautiful 145 room Turtle Bay Beach Club Read More ...
The sunshine state has plenty to offer to keep you entertained. The secluded coves on its famous beaches, nature walks, and relaxed fishing piers and plus water-sports such as surfing and water skiing. Away from the beach there is a choice of a land-based sporting activities, cultural attractions and unique shopping experiences. Anna Maria Island, one of the barrier islands, is highly recommended. Measuring only seven miles long and less Read More ...
A great destination for a great and unforgettable family vacation is Thailand where you can choose from idyllic beach resorts or other exciting adventures. Whether it is riding through jungles by elephant, relaxing on palm-fringed sandy tropical beaches or exploring the beautiful landscapes, there is bound to be something for every member of the family. Thailand is great at any time of the year since the generally tropical climate experiences Read More ...
It’s not just couples who can jet off and enjoy the delights of exotic destinations. Parents who thought the days of holidaying on faraway shores were long gone can also grab a piece of some tropical sun with the kids in tow. First Choice offers fabulous long haul family holidays, with some gorgeous hotels offering fantastic facilities for children, and not forgetting mum and dad. Here are just a few Read More ...
Child-friendly travel company www.totstotravel.co.uk has added a new foodie retreat to its roster that’ll get the whole family cooking. Casa Alberi, situated in the Tenna Valley of the rural Marche region of Italy, offers cookery classes for parents and children on site in the property’s designer kitchen. The classes or demonstrations are informal and can be adapted to a family’s preference and the time of year. Seasonal produce is a Read More ...
Tots to Travel, the company providing genuinely child-friendly properties in France and Italy, has launched its award-winning formula in the UK. The new website (www.totstotravel.co.uk) that combines all three countries and a new online travel shop is now live. Initially concentrated in Anglesey, Cheshire, Yorkshire and Shropshire, Tots to the UK properties offer a mix of good old-fashioned bucket and spade holidays, countryside escapes, eco retreats and farm stays, typically Read More ...
Free entry for children at leading tourist attractions puts Italy and Greece top of the family-friendly league for ‘Sightseeing on a Shoestring’, according to a new survey by Post Office® Travel Services. Cash-strapped holidaymakers planning summer holiday visits to Italy’s most popular tourist attractions, led by Pompeii and Rome’s Colosseum, will find that ‘kids go free’ – so a family of four can enjoy a sightseeing day out for under Read More ...
Cruises are quickly growing in popularity for the family market. Telegraph Cruises has a series of articles on a variety of family cruises. Many cruise lines have activities aimed at toddlers to teens, alongside the usual entertainment for the adults. The range of activities on-board a family cruise ensure children have a fun-filled and enjoyable holiday, in between day excursions. Most cruise lines advertising family cruises will offer children’s clubs Read More ...
