2012 A bumper year for holiday homes!

Renting a holiday home in the UK is still very much in demand this year with the World Travel and Tourism Council conservatively estimating growth of 1.3% in UK tourism in 2012 - over double the predicted economic growth of the UK as a whole.

Holiday homes are however predicted to have a much higher growth rate, with a spokesperson from Mulberry Cottages predicting 12% year on year.

They say:

"We are really delighted with the statistics for the first quarter of 2012 which have exceeded our expectations.

"The South East remains buoyant as a holiday destination with visitors recognising the combination of beautiful countryside, fabulous beaches, lots of things to do and see and above all the easy access for those living in Greater London and northern Europe saving visitors time and money.

"This coupled with the Olympics and the Queens jubilee is all adding up to a bumper year.’ ‘Staycations’ and short breaks are much in demand and the most recent research suggests that this trend is set to continue."

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Butlins summer holidays available now

So that UK families can spend some quality time together this summer, holiday company Butlins is offering some fantastic summer holidays, all of which offer fantastic things to do for all ages.

Butlins is one of the UK’s favourite holiday companies and has three seaside resorts in Bognor Regis, Minehead and Skegness, all of which are family-friendly and fun-filled. With top quality live entertainment and a variety of restaurants families will be able to find more than enough to do together.

Parents searching for family-friendly breaks in the UK this year should head for the official Butlins website now to see the wide range of dates available for the summertime. The holiday provider has lots of superb holidays at its three resorts and families everywhere will be able to enjoy live entertainment, numerous activities, great accommodation and delicious dining options.

With some of the best beaches in the UK just a stone’s throw from the three Butlins resorts families will be able to go for a dip in the sea or catch up on some sunbathing throughout their holidays. If the weather isn’t cooperating, the Butlins resorts can provide shelter – there’s a Splash Waterworld at all three resorts, as well as well as entertainment shows from Stephen Mulhern, acrobatic circuses, Redcoat shows and BMX and skate displays.

There’s also bowling alleys, cinemas, children’s play areas, arts and crafts events and much more at the resorts and guests can also take part in unique activities while staying at Butlins. When booking breaks consider signing up for lessons in archery, fencing or indoor rock climbing, or go for some go-karting. There are children’s clubs too, and at the Bognor Regis and Skegness resorts adults can chill out at the spa.

Prices for Butlins summer holidays start from just £65 per person per break, and dining plans can be added for around £13.50 per adult per day.

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Olympic countdown for holiday bookings

With less than 100 days to go until the Olympics, how the booking patterns of holiday properties has been effected by those wishing to stay in Kent and Sussex during the Summer Games. a spokesperson for Mulberry Cottages offer their thoughts:

“We, like many holiday accommodation providers have signed up to the fair charter, as it is imperative that guests believe the UK and in particularly we, offer good value for money.

Bookings for the Olympics started last year as soon as the tickets became available, a very early sign that we were going to be busy!”

“Traditionally, the really early bookings for cottages tend to be those prime seaside ones that the same family book year on year but last summer it was the properties around Ashford in Kent that performed the best.  Why?  Well they are only 30 minutes by train from the Olympic Village, considerably closer (and cheaper) than many parts of central London.  This early indicator has continued with a steady stream of bookings focusing on good public transport links”

“Reflecting the News reports this morning then, it seems fair to accept that the Summer Games holds inherent advantages to those close to, or with easy access to London, whilst these advantages may not be as assured further away from the capital. Happily, Mulberry Cottages are in a position to offer our visitors quality accommodation at a fair price, all within easy reach of all the action!”

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