Beach
Breaks – The Quick Tan Top Up
Released on
= July 9, 2005, 7:12 am
Press Release
Author = Robin Richmond
Industry = Entertainment
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 = When most British holidaymakers think of a weekend break
abroad, they tend to think of a city break. Indeed, city breaks
have rapidly become one of the most popular short holiday choices
for the British public. 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 take there usual 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.superbreak.com 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.aerlingus.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.
Popular Destinations
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
webmaster@travel-tips.co.uk
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