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Research is essential when choosing an affordable cruise advises Cruises-Direct.co.uk

Mar 19th

Posted by admin in Cruises

Online travel agency, www.cruises-direct.co.uk has revealed an increase in bookings for package Cruise holidays over the previous year with bookings showing a rise for the 2010 cruise season.

Holidaymakers always look for the best cruise bargains, which is why Cruises-Direct have put together a selection of the best tips for choosing an affordable cruise aimed at holidaymakers new to ‚cruise holidays‚.

Choosing an affordable cruise:

  • Book at least 6 months in advance or 3 weeks before departure date to get the greatest discount on cruise holidays, room upgrades and more.
  • Receive regular updates and newsletters from http://www.cruises-direct.co.uk/ by joining the mailing list to receive the best offers and discounts.
  • Look out for deals on family cruise holidays where children may go free.
  • Luxury cruise liners offer free upgrades and ‚free spending money‚ throughout the cruise season.
  • Research cruise lines to see which best suits the needs of the family or destinations holidaymakers plan on going to.

Jon Pearce of www.cruises-direct.co.uk/ said, “Family cruise holidays are great for children and adults alike as the facilities on board cruise liners now do suit everyone. We aim to give our customers the best possible discounts on our cruise holidays so holidaymakers can maximise their budgets on excursions and on board entertainment.

Cruises-Direct.co.uk offer cruise holidays to a wide range of destinations with a great choice of cruise liners for holidaymakers to choose from. http://www.cruises-direct.co.uk offer last minute deals and full financial security when booking cruise holidays.

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The best beaches in Europe for 2010

Feb 1st

Posted by admin in Holiday news

The Sunday Times has listed what they think to be the top beaches in Europe for holidays in 2010.

The Top 5 are all in France, listed here

1. Brittany: Plage Conguel
Blond sand surrounded by Rocky points facing the Atlantic. At high tide, the beach becomes a series of family-sized coves. Recommended for beachcombers and sand castle builders
2. Pyrenees: Lac de Mondĩly
This peaceful beach around a small lake is best accessed by flying to Carassonne. Recommended for families and nature lovers.
3. Languedoc: Collioure
One of the most popular beaches for French holidaymakers, it‚s best avoided during the French holidays in August. The resort is said to have cured Matisse of his artist‚s block. Recommended for “highbrow holidaymakers‚
4. Provence: Piemanson beach, Camargue
This beach is currently open to free camping, creating an open, lively atmosphere. Recommended for free spirits
5. Provence: Notre Dame, Ile de Porquerolles
Separated from the famous resorts of the French Riviera by a ferry ride, this hidden gem is a great place to enjoy the Cƒ´te d‚Azur. Recommended for dreamers and romantics.

For the full top 20 European beaches, visit The Times website

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Survey reveals Spain to be budget friendly

Nov 12th

Posted by admin in Holiday news

Foreign currency information survey, Holiday Cost Barometer produced by the Post Office Travel Services, has shown that many UK holidaymakers look to reduce costs of holidays as well as maximising their travel budgets whilst at their chosen destination.

Buying food locally and eating out less as well as not spending as much on drinks are just some of the measures taken to reduce holiday spending.

With the value of the pound against currencies such as the Euro, many UK holidaymakers have chosen destinations out of their comfort zone and are travelling further afield to mid to long haul destinations.

Bulgaria, Turkey and Egypt have been some of the most popular destinations of this year for Brits, whilst destinations such as Spain, Greece and Portugal have been favoured less due to value for money not being as good as previous years.

However, the Holiday Cost Barometer survey revealed Thailand to be the top of the survey and Spain in 2nd place, with a 10 item basket of holiday essentials including, sun-cream, drinks and meals costing under ‚£55. UK travellers are making the most of holiday budgets by travelling to cheaper holiday resorts.

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