The Easter holidays are traditionally spent with family and loved ones, and Easter 2010 should be no different for many Britons. But this year, why not consider getting away from it all?
As the UK slowly comes out of the recession many are finding a few pennies to spare on a well deserved break, so why not consider jetting off with your family this Easter? From a no-frills city break to an indulgent holiday in the sun there is a plethora of travel offers already available from most tour operators, to suit all budgets.
1. Fun in the sun: Escape the unpredictable British weather for sunnier climes
Egypt, Tunisia, Turkey and Morocco: Not quite long haul destinations but far enough to offer plenty of sunshine this Easter, these countries are also outside the Euro zone, which is excellent news at the moment.
Incidentally, when purchasing your travel insurance policy with Direct Travel Insurance, these destinations come under “zone 2: Europe” so you will benefit from the cheaper rates. So, whether you are interested in renting a riad in Marrakech or staying in a five-star hotel in Hammamet on the Tunisian Riviera, you are at least guaranteed to have a complete break from home.
2. Holidaying closer to home: Yurts, tepees and retro caravanning
Retro caravanning: If you think this may be too extreme for you and your loved ones, think of it as a unique experience and simply give it a try. Put your misconceptions aside: retro-caravanning is the “new” face of the motor home holiday, offering a more stylish alternative to the beige and Formica-coated interiors normally associated with holiday homes. Try http://www.vintagevacations.co.uk.
Yurts and tepees: In the last couple of years, camping has turned into the coolest way to unwind: Forget the modern pop-up tents, instead, clever campers (or ‘glampers’) head to the growing numbers of stylish alternative campsites where ground sheets are topped with luxurious Turkish rugs. The downside is that such campsites are not usually cheap but certainly cost less than a boutique hotel. Try http://www.cornishtipiholidays.co.uk.
Don’t forget that even when opting for a holiday in the UK, travel insurance is not something you should leave out. Although you would be looked after by the NHS should you have an accident or fall ill, cancellation cover and personal possession cover are particularly useful benefits to opt for when purchasing your UK holiday insurance. Five days UK Single trip travel insurance cover with Direct Travel Insurance including cancellation, personal money and personal possessions cover costs just £4 per person.
3. Where your pound will go further: the US
With the US economy still in poor shape, and people travelling less as a result, a considerable number of hotels will continue trying to stimulate demand with discounted rates. Some cities, such as New York, will still be extremely expensive, so why not choose Boston or Chicago this Easter? For families, the big news this year has to be the opening this spring (and hopefully during the Easter holiday period) of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Visit http://www.universalorlando.co.uk for more information. Although the cost of visiting the theme parks is considerable, accommodation in Orlando can be good value and comfortable, as long as you are prepared to shop around. Bear in mind however that there have been some recent changes to the US entry visas - travellers wishing to enter the US must now complete an online form for approval under the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) scheme.
