Holiday Destinations, News and Information

My friend has just come back from a 10 day holiday in Greece and is feeling the holiday blues. Why do we get this? I know that coming home from a luxury holiday is bound to make you feel a little bit depressed, but shouldn’t we feel refreshed and re-juvinated? I was discussing this matter with a friend of mine in the office and she agreed with me, that although coming into the office can put you on a downer, you should be on a high after your amazing holiday abroad.

Do you ever get the holiday blues when you return from a holiday? If so, how do you go about getting rid of them?

It seems that more and more Britons are taking educational trips abroad rather than opting for the sun lounger. It seems that trips that teach you new skills and educate you are the latest trend, with more and more people learning how to cook, dance or even take up a new sport.

Rather then a holiday just being a fortnight of sun, sea and sangria, Britons are looking to engage their minds and not just their bodies.

Research has showed that a whopping 7.1 million of us have taken up a new sport whilst on holiday and 4.6 million have learnt a new language.

I think lying on a sun lounger is definitely what I like from a holiday, but, each to their own I guess!

I know it’s only just September, but Christmas really isn’t that far away. Infact, there are only 111 days left until the man with the gifts makes his way down our chimneys.

Many people take a holiday over the Christmas period, skiing trips are especially popular. France, Austria, Bulgaria and Andorra are all popular destinations. There are so many cheap deals around at the moment for this winter, you can even pick up 7 nights in Andorra for less than £400 each.

If you fancy making this Christmas extra special with a couple of nights away, then make sure you check out the amazing deals that are being offered at the moment.

You’ve just married the man of yours dreams and you’re wondering where to go on your honeymoon? You want luxury, sun, white sands and crystal clear water, but where are the best places to go on your honeymoon?

• Bahamas – There are plenty of secluded places in the Bahamas where you can spend a week and get away from it all. Although it has gained more tourists than a couple of years ago, it’s still the number one hot spot for newly weds.
• Barbados – The perfect place to spend the week lying on a beach. The jaw dropping scenery and great food makes Barbados the ultimate in luxury.
• Mauritius – What more can I say then absolute bliss! A great place to spend time with loved ones.
• St Lucia – One of the most romantic places in the world. Sunbath in the Caribbean sun whilst relaxing by coconut trees.
• Sardinia – A great place to get away from the hustle and bustle with some of the best coast lines in the Med.
• Reykjavik – Chill out with a cold Vodka in the day then snuggle up by a roaring fire at night. If you’re up for it, try taking a glacier trek!
• Paris – Ah, gay Pari! Nothing can be more romantic can it? Walk hand in hand by the river seine or take a trip up to the top of the Eiffel Tower and take in the amazing views.
• Venice – Make sure you time  your trip to Venice right, the mass of tourists may take the romantic edge off!
• Seychelles – Take a walk on the talcum power like sands then take a dip in the nice warm ocean for a swim with the tropical fish. A gorgeous place that will make you wish you never have to leave.
• New York – Plenty of stuff to do for the newly weds, just make sure that your holiday of a life time, doesn’t turn into a shopping holiday from hell.

I am currently sat in the office, facing my friend who has just got back from a trip to Turkey, and my god am I jealous. She has come back the most gorgeous golden brown colour and looks completely refreshed, it’s so not fair! I have finally booked off my two weeks for next year and i’m in the process of deciding where it is I want to go. Although I have my heart set on white sands and dazzling sunshine, trying to scrape together the money to pay for it is proving quite difficult.

I always seem to forget that with a luxury holiday comes a hefty price tag and for some people, even getting together the deposit can be hard. I suppose my shopping trips will have to go on hold for a while!

My advice is to book your holiday early. Although you can get some great last minute deals, it normally means you will have to pay the total amount upfront. If you book it in advance then your deposit cost will be small and you can then decide to pay it off monthly or in one lump sum.

The holiday I want for next year only has a £75 deposit per person, just the amount I like, means I can go shopping too!