Press Release Summary = When it comes to short breaks many don't think a breach
holiday is an option. However, in the UK attitudes are changing and holidaymakers
are more likely to choose a quick beach fix more than ever.
Press Release Body = The idea of a beach holiday crammed into a short break is a
strange one to most Britons. Traditionally beach holidays have been reserved for
the summer where two weeks can be idled away beside the seaside. A short break
holiday usually involves a trip to a city or the countryside. Indeed, cities such
as Amsterdam, Paris and Barcelona are busy throughout the year with Brits enjoying a
little break from their everyday lives. To many the thought of going on a beach
holiday for a short break would break with tradition, however growing numbers of
savvy travellers are discovering the joys of being in work one minute and then
basking on a sun kissed beach a couple of hours later...
Traditionally, the British are very predictable when it comes to holidaymaking.
Every year literally thousands of people "follow the herds" and take two weeks off
to find some sunshine in Spain, Greece or Florida. Beach holidays are seen as the
main annual break where people can switch off for a fortnight, sit in the sun and
unwind. Long weekend's and shorter breaks throughout the year usually involve
visiting a hotel in the UK or a perhaps a city break abroad. However, forward
thinking companies such as http://www.hotelnet.co.uk have started to challenge these
traditions and open up UK consumers to the idea of beach breaks that can be enjoyed
over a shorter period of time.
Perhaps one of the main reasons why such breaks are becoming more accessible are the
discount airlines such as http://www.bmibaby.com or http://www.easyjet.com offering
cheap return flights to popular sunshine resorts such as Ibiza, Gran Canaria and
Cyprus. Combining these discount flights with the abundance of hotel and
accommodation deals that are on offer means that beach breaks are becoming
increasingly competitive.
Until the escalation of the problems in the Middle East, Dubai was seeing year on
year increases in volumes of tourists. Since 2003 numbers have dropped slightly but
in reality Dubai is an extremely safe destination - with a host of beautiful beach
resorts available to the avid sun seeker. The consistent climate means that
sunshine is guaranteed all year round - with only five days of rainfall expected in
the average year. However, beware - in the summer months the heat can be unbearable
and temperatures can sore to the high forties!
Slightly closer to home the Canary Islands have always been a popular destination
for the British public. Set off the coast of West Africa the archipelago enjoys a
warm sunshine all year round, duty free prices and are home to some of the best
beaches in the world. Gran Canaria is the perfect getaway for a beach break.
Almost 60 of the 236 kilometres of the islands coastline consist of beaches - many
of which are famed for their white sands, transparent water and cleanliness - a
paradise only a short flight away from the UK.
Similarly to Gran Canaria, with its mild climate and wondrous scenery, Majorca has
long been a favourite with the British holiday makers. The largest of the Beleric
Islands, Majorca offers everything that the Brits look for in a traditional beach
holiday - sun, beaches and nightlife. As a general rule the beach resorts on the
south of the island - such as Magaluf - are more lively and suited to the younger
crowd. However, island has something to offer everyone and the relatively short
flight mean it is an ideal venue for a short beach break.
Overall, taking 2-3 days to top up your tan is becoming easier to do for the UK
traveller and the appeal of being on a beach in an exotic location a matter of hours
after leaving your work is strong. All you need to do is pick your destination, get
your hotel and make the last crucial decision...factor 8 or 9?
Web Site = http://www.travel-tips.co.uk
Contact Details = Robin Richmond
http://www.travel-tips.co.uk
2025
