The remarkable ABI Pure caravan offers customers a greener, friendlier holidaying option
Park Resorts, leading providers of UK caravan holidays, has teamed up with ABI to launch their first ever environmentally friendly caravan holiday home. The ABI Pure will become part of Park Resorts' caravan sales, available to buy across 39 coastal holiday parks in the UK from just £30,995.
The ABI Pure comes with added insulation in the walls, roof and floor to reduce energy loss. In addition, the eco caravan offers dual flush in the toilet cisterns to reduce water costs, low energy spotlights throughout, double glazing and central heating.
"No other operator is currently offering the ABI Pure and we have 40 on order, enabling us to offer our customers the opportunity to buy this unique eco caravan," Says Michael Clark, Sales and Operations Director at Park Resorts.
"We are constantly looking at ways of offering our customers greener options and the ABI Pure gives owners that flexibility. At Park Resorts, we feel that we have a responsibility to care for the planet."
The ABI Pure's energy efficient bulbs last several times longer than their inefficient counterparts and the dual-flush toilets save an average of 26 per cent more water than single-flush toilets. Thicker insulation helps to reduce the energy used to heat the caravan, lowers heating bills and with extra insulation in the roof reduces the hot air flowing out. The ABI Pure is available in two or three bed layouts.
Park Resorts offer caravan holidays and caravan ownership across the UK coastline, including in Essex, Yorkshire, Kent, Sussex and Scotland. Whether looking for a family, couple or large group of friends, there's the perfect caravan for everyone. Both caravans for sale and holiday accommodation (from bronze, silver and gold) are available to suit all age groups and price limits, with a real emphasis on catering for the family.
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Monday, 13 August 2012
Friday, 10 August 2012
Touring caravan users urged to remind insurance firms of holidays
Heading out into the beautiful British countryside with a touring caravan this summer is sure to be a hugely popular and rewarding activity, but it does not come without some responsibilities.
Tim Shallcross, head of policy at the Institute of Advanced Motorists, said it is vital that you alert your insurance provider of any trips you plan to take in a vehicle that is towing a caravan to UK campsites.
There are no shortcuts around this, as you might find your policy is invalid if you do not follow the correct guidelines. Insurance companies need to know about your touring caravan activities as they will look to ensure you have all the right mirrors on your car and an adequate towbar.
"It is also a very good idea to get the caravan itself insured. There is a registration scheme for caravans that has been in existence for some time now. Make sure the caravan that you’re buying is on that scheme, make sure that it is registered and registered with you being the keeper and take out insurance for the caravan itself," Mr Shallcross stated.
Once you have completed all the formalities and ensured your car and caravan are in the required condition to hit the road, you will be in a position to explore UK campsites in pursuit of a comfortable, fun and affordable break.
Of course, the advantage of owning a touring caravan is that you can take breaks whenever you wish, so holidays in Devon, Sussex, Yorkshire, Wales and a host of other destinations are available on tap. We are perhaps now at the time of the year when you will want to make use of that.
However, remember it is not worth risking a financial calamity by failing to ensure you have adequate cover in place for your mobile holiday home and the vehicle that is towing it.
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Tim Shallcross, head of policy at the Institute of Advanced Motorists, said it is vital that you alert your insurance provider of any trips you plan to take in a vehicle that is towing a caravan to UK campsites.
There are no shortcuts around this, as you might find your policy is invalid if you do not follow the correct guidelines. Insurance companies need to know about your touring caravan activities as they will look to ensure you have all the right mirrors on your car and an adequate towbar.
"It is also a very good idea to get the caravan itself insured. There is a registration scheme for caravans that has been in existence for some time now. Make sure the caravan that you’re buying is on that scheme, make sure that it is registered and registered with you being the keeper and take out insurance for the caravan itself," Mr Shallcross stated.
Once you have completed all the formalities and ensured your car and caravan are in the required condition to hit the road, you will be in a position to explore UK campsites in pursuit of a comfortable, fun and affordable break.
Of course, the advantage of owning a touring caravan is that you can take breaks whenever you wish, so holidays in Devon, Sussex, Yorkshire, Wales and a host of other destinations are available on tap. We are perhaps now at the time of the year when you will want to make use of that.
However, remember it is not worth risking a financial calamity by failing to ensure you have adequate cover in place for your mobile holiday home and the vehicle that is towing it.
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Sunday, 5 August 2012
Summer bargains by the Sea!
Make the most of lazy summer days and escape to the coast! If you're looking for relaxation, a break with friends or fun for the whole family then Park Resorts has something for you.
With 39 beautiful coastal locations to choose from you'll be spoilt for choice. Free use of the on-park facilities is included in the price of your holiday, whether you fancy a dip in the pool or some evening entertainment in our showbars!
Summer Madness - 3 &4 nts from £199 per family
Whether you’re new to Park Resorts, or are an avid lover of the Great British holiday, the best thing about our 39 UK coastal Parks is the freedom they give you to choose how you spend your time.
You can stay in a great choice of self catering accommodation, or opt for a touring or tent pitch. Whichever you choose, a safe, secure environment awaits you, with free facilities at your fingertips and the amazingly varied and beautiful coastline of Britain right on your doorstep.
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With 39 beautiful coastal locations to choose from you'll be spoilt for choice. Free use of the on-park facilities is included in the price of your holiday, whether you fancy a dip in the pool or some evening entertainment in our showbars!
Summer Madness - 3 &4 nts from £199 per family
Whether you’re new to Park Resorts, or are an avid lover of the Great British holiday, the best thing about our 39 UK coastal Parks is the freedom they give you to choose how you spend your time.
You can stay in a great choice of self catering accommodation, or opt for a touring or tent pitch. Whichever you choose, a safe, secure environment awaits you, with free facilities at your fingertips and the amazingly varied and beautiful coastline of Britain right on your doorstep.
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Thursday, 2 August 2012
Park Holidays UK announce extended opening season at Beauport
Visitors on their caravan holidays will now be able to take advantage of their fantastic facilities throughout eleven months of the year.
There’s some great news for anyone who enjoys staying at the picturesque and well-equipped Beauport Holiday Park near Hastings in Sussex, as Park Holidays UK have announced an extension of the resort’s opening season.
"We are very happy to reveal that, after our application to the local authorities was accepted, this popular destination will now only be closed during February, meaning that visitors here on their caravan holidays will be able to take advantage of our fantastic facilities throughout eleven months of the year."
And, what’s more, this longer opening comes into effect immediately, so low cost winter breaks can be booked right now, up until January 31st 2013! Surrounded by dense woodland, beautiful flowers and all manner of wildlife, including deer and badgers, you will find Beauport the perfect place to unwind and relax all year round.
Situated in one of the UK’s most desirable getaway locations, we believe that the Beauport Holiday Park is among the best of our 25 sites when it comes to purchasing one of the fine caravans for sale. As well as the newly unveiled extended season, this East Sussex resort has also recently invested in a number of improvements, so it really is at the cutting edge in terms of offering top quality family holidays.
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There’s some great news for anyone who enjoys staying at the picturesque and well-equipped Beauport Holiday Park near Hastings in Sussex, as Park Holidays UK have announced an extension of the resort’s opening season.
"We are very happy to reveal that, after our application to the local authorities was accepted, this popular destination will now only be closed during February, meaning that visitors here on their caravan holidays will be able to take advantage of our fantastic facilities throughout eleven months of the year."
And, what’s more, this longer opening comes into effect immediately, so low cost winter breaks can be booked right now, up until January 31st 2013! Surrounded by dense woodland, beautiful flowers and all manner of wildlife, including deer and badgers, you will find Beauport the perfect place to unwind and relax all year round.
Situated in one of the UK’s most desirable getaway locations, we believe that the Beauport Holiday Park is among the best of our 25 sites when it comes to purchasing one of the fine caravans for sale. As well as the newly unveiled extended season, this East Sussex resort has also recently invested in a number of improvements, so it really is at the cutting edge in terms of offering top quality family holidays.
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Friday, 20 July 2012
Wave Hotel: Butlins waves goodbye to the hi-de-h
The brainchild of Billy Butlin, these resorts were set up 76 years ago with the tag line that the working man should be able to have "one week’s holiday for one week’s pay". On the back of the 1938 Holiday Pay Act, which gave blue-collar workers their first paid breaks, the concept quickly caught on and in its heyday there were 10 resorts across Britain and Ireland (and one in the Bahamas) filled with family huts, knotted handkerchiefs on heads and organised fun. But as holiday companies took the all-inclusive idea to the Costas in the Eighties, with the guarantee of sunshine, Billy’s baby hit the buffers. Today, just three resorts remain – Minehead, Skegness and Bognor Regis.
Swallowed up by Bourne Leisure in 2000, the resorts have been quietly bringing themselves into the 21st century, at a cost of £125million. including the Wave, the newest of three new hotels on the Bognor Regis Resort.
Butlins offer several levels of accommodation, ranging from the basic Silver Apartments in the older buildings to the higher-end Ocean Hotel and the Wave There can be a huge difference between the cheapest rooms – £300 for a family of four for a three-night break, without food – and the most expensive, £1,330 including all meals.
It is the all-inclusive aspect that is so appealing, the idea that you don’t have to think and frantically plan for how to entertain your little darlings. Most costs are known and most of the thinking has been done for you. Much like a cruise, in fact. All-inclusive resorts like this will never replace the sort of holidays that are considered more middle class, involving quaint b&bs, secluded locations, grand country house hotels, idyllic scenery, cultural trails and adventurous activities. But they can sit quite comfortably together, though.
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Swallowed up by Bourne Leisure in 2000, the resorts have been quietly bringing themselves into the 21st century, at a cost of £125million. including the Wave, the newest of three new hotels on the Bognor Regis Resort.
Butlins offer several levels of accommodation, ranging from the basic Silver Apartments in the older buildings to the higher-end Ocean Hotel and the Wave There can be a huge difference between the cheapest rooms – £300 for a family of four for a three-night break, without food – and the most expensive, £1,330 including all meals.
It is the all-inclusive aspect that is so appealing, the idea that you don’t have to think and frantically plan for how to entertain your little darlings. Most costs are known and most of the thinking has been done for you. Much like a cruise, in fact. All-inclusive resorts like this will never replace the sort of holidays that are considered more middle class, involving quaint b&bs, secluded locations, grand country house hotels, idyllic scenery, cultural trails and adventurous activities. But they can sit quite comfortably together, though.
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Friday, 6 July 2012
Sun Holidays from £9.50 are back.
GET away for less, with over 290 parks across the UK and Europe to choose from.
Sun Holidays from £9.50 are back.
The Sun have got holidays in September, October and November at hundreds of fabulous parks in the UK, Ireland, France (inc. Corsica), Spain, Italy, Holland, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany and Austria.
They've even a couple of late summer breaks in early September from just £15 per person.
TO book your holiday, simply Collect TEN differently-numbered tokens from those that are being printing in The Sun.
Check out the park listings and some top tips and deals, complete the booking form. Then attach your tokens and you’ll soon be enjoying the holiday bargain of a lifetime.
WHEN TO GO:
These are the starting dates for Sun holidays from £9.50:
Monday-Friday (4 night breaks): September 10, 17, 24 October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 November 5, 12, 19, 26
Friday-Monday (3 night breaks): September 14, 21, 28 October 5, 12, 19, 26 November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
These are the starting dates for Sun holidays from £15:
Monday-Friday (4 night breaks): September 3
Friday-Monday (3 night breaks): September 7
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Sun Holidays from £9.50 are back.
The Sun have got holidays in September, October and November at hundreds of fabulous parks in the UK, Ireland, France (inc. Corsica), Spain, Italy, Holland, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany and Austria.
They've even a couple of late summer breaks in early September from just £15 per person.
TO book your holiday, simply Collect TEN differently-numbered tokens from those that are being printing in The Sun.
Check out the park listings and some top tips and deals, complete the booking form. Then attach your tokens and you’ll soon be enjoying the holiday bargain of a lifetime.
WHEN TO GO:
These are the starting dates for Sun holidays from £9.50:
Monday-Friday (4 night breaks): September 10, 17, 24 October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 November 5, 12, 19, 26
Friday-Monday (3 night breaks): September 14, 21, 28 October 5, 12, 19, 26 November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
These are the starting dates for Sun holidays from £15:
Monday-Friday (4 night breaks): September 3
Friday-Monday (3 night breaks): September 7
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Wednesday, 23 May 2012
Save Over £40 on Food & Drink with Park Holidays
With many quality holiday parks around the country, Park Holidays UK offers great value to people holidaying throughout England’s south coast. Now, they are providing their guests with an additional bonus – more than £40 worth of savings on food and drink when you stay with them!
Right now, you can sign up to receive a special welcome pack when you arrive at one of their parks, with any break booked for between the 25th May and the end of June, excluding school holiday dates.
You will enjoy free drinks and snacks on particular nominated days throughout your stay, such as a pint of lager or bitter on the Monday and a glass of wine on the Thursday. There will also be days on which guests can have either two free starters or desserts when ordering two main courses.
All you need to do is present the voucher that you will find in your welcome pack when you get to the park to our onsite restaurant when you place your order.
Whether you are interested in one of Park Holidays UK’s static caravans for sale or just want to enjoy a short break, get in touch today. With Park Holidays cheap getaways made even cheaper with promotions like this one, you’ll find it hard to match them in terms of both value and quality.
Park Holidays offer a range of facilities designed to give you the best value for money holidays you are likely to find in the UK. With 25 fully equipped parks stretching across south England’s coasts, from Devon to Suffolk, Park Holidays are the perfect choice for family breaks.
From traditional caravan holidays to camping and even static caravans for sale, Park Holidays have everything you need for a great value getaway.
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Right now, you can sign up to receive a special welcome pack when you arrive at one of their parks, with any break booked for between the 25th May and the end of June, excluding school holiday dates.
You will enjoy free drinks and snacks on particular nominated days throughout your stay, such as a pint of lager or bitter on the Monday and a glass of wine on the Thursday. There will also be days on which guests can have either two free starters or desserts when ordering two main courses.
All you need to do is present the voucher that you will find in your welcome pack when you get to the park to our onsite restaurant when you place your order.
Whether you are interested in one of Park Holidays UK’s static caravans for sale or just want to enjoy a short break, get in touch today. With Park Holidays cheap getaways made even cheaper with promotions like this one, you’ll find it hard to match them in terms of both value and quality.
Park Holidays offer a range of facilities designed to give you the best value for money holidays you are likely to find in the UK. With 25 fully equipped parks stretching across south England’s coasts, from Devon to Suffolk, Park Holidays are the perfect choice for family breaks.
From traditional caravan holidays to camping and even static caravans for sale, Park Holidays have everything you need for a great value getaway.
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Tuesday, 22 May 2012
Is Cornwall Greenest Holiday Destination?
Cornwall remains high on the list of favourite UK holiday destinations. Three Cornish resorts featured in the top 10 British resorts in the TripAdvisor Awards, a Which? holiday survey put two Cornish resorts amongst Britain's top ten favourite seaside towns, the British Travel Awards recently voted Cornwall the best UK Holiday County or Region and Sunday Times readers voted Cornwall their Favourite UK Country Escape.
Little surprise then that two of the most popular of Haven Holidays' 35 UK family holiday parks are Riviere Sands near Hayle and Perran Sands near Perranporth. Riviere Sands enjoys an enviable position with direct access to the South West Path and stunning views across the Hayle estuary to St Ives whilst some 26 miles further north along the coast path, Perran Sands is set amidst Cornwall's largest dune system overlooking the long stretch of Perran Beach and perfect for surfing.
Families and couples travel from all over the UK to holiday here each year, many returning time after time drawn by the gorgeous scenery, beaches and local attractions as well the wide choice of facilities, sports, activities and entertainment on the parks. There's always something to do - whether it's introducing the kids to fencing, getting involved in 'Messy Mornings' with your toddler, a round of Adventure Golf, a swim in an heated leisure pool or just sitting back and enjoying the entertainment.
But for General Manager June Donnery, who looks after both parks, one of the most important aspects of running park holidays is to ensure that it operates with minimal impact on the environment.
'So many people have voted for Cornwall in so many different holiday surveys and awards we truly believe it's our duty to make sure we can welcome visitors without damaging what it is they come here to enjoy.' June is passionate about ensuring that the eco-credentials of both parks are an integral part of everything she does.
Both parks have held a David Bellamy Conservation Award Perran Sands ten years Riviere Sands 5 years and both hold the prestigious 'Gold' Green Tourism Business Scheme award. For larger businesses this means meeting significant standards across a wide range of criteria from recycling waste and minimising utilities to working alongside local communities and keeping visitors informed about local flora and fauna.
A self-confessed sustainability geek, June is keen to encourage her team to get involved in green projects too. Before the current holiday season started Team Members at Riviere Sands carried out a litter pick on the Gwithian Towns and collected a staggering 45 bags of rubbish from this are and the beachfront.
And everyone is expected to get involved in the annual Big Green Weekend that provides a real show-case for their eco-endeavours, with all sorts of 'green' activities that involve holidaymakers and the local community as well as team members. From green fancy dress and recycled sculpture competitions to guided walks across the dunes led by Park Ranger Sarah Taylor a combination of fun activities and more serious events highlight the parks' ethos when it comes to the environment.
Continuing investment in both parks ensures that the product remains fresh and exciting for visitors - but June insists that the environment should be taken into consideration with any new building projects.
This year GBP 1.5million has been spent on a new touring facility. 'Camping and caravanning holidays have such a low carbon footprint,' says June. 'It's a fantastic way to get really close to nature and spend time outdoors and we wanted to make it as convenient and comfortable as possible for our touring guests.'
The new shower and washroom blocks have been designed to blend in with the sand dunes so the visual impact is as modest as their environmental footprint. Curved roofs are covered in grass and designed to harvest rainwater to make them self-watering. Water for the showers is solar heated and the exterior is clad in cedar which will fade over time to a silvery-grey to blend in with the natural environment.
Energy efficient under-floor heating, rooflights to maximise the natural light and high efficiency condenser boilers ensure that the buildings work to best environmental standards as well as looking attractive. Inside, the interior has been quirkily designed to make one block redolent of the camper vans much loved by local surfers whilst the other captures a 'beach hut' feel with lots of seaside brightly coloured beach hut cubicles.
What's more, Perran will be the first Cornwall Holiday Park to feature geo-domes as an alternative accommodation for touring guests. Following the success of their yurts (they have four) and a new village of safari tents, June commissioned a handful of geo-dome tents, complete with separate sleeping pods for children. Similar in shape to the famous domes of the Eden Project, the new tents will be fully furnished in 'shabby chic' style with a corner sofa and comfortable beds.
The 'seaside' theme continues at Riviere Sands where the new Cornish Cafe is decorated in natural timber cladding with mural of St.Ives bay- and stocks plenty of local produce, with Cornish cream teas and Cornish ice cream. It even features hand carved Cornish pasties as door handles - with a local artist commissioned for the job.
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Little surprise then that two of the most popular of Haven Holidays' 35 UK family holiday parks are Riviere Sands near Hayle and Perran Sands near Perranporth. Riviere Sands enjoys an enviable position with direct access to the South West Path and stunning views across the Hayle estuary to St Ives whilst some 26 miles further north along the coast path, Perran Sands is set amidst Cornwall's largest dune system overlooking the long stretch of Perran Beach and perfect for surfing.
Families and couples travel from all over the UK to holiday here each year, many returning time after time drawn by the gorgeous scenery, beaches and local attractions as well the wide choice of facilities, sports, activities and entertainment on the parks. There's always something to do - whether it's introducing the kids to fencing, getting involved in 'Messy Mornings' with your toddler, a round of Adventure Golf, a swim in an heated leisure pool or just sitting back and enjoying the entertainment.
But for General Manager June Donnery, who looks after both parks, one of the most important aspects of running park holidays is to ensure that it operates with minimal impact on the environment.
'So many people have voted for Cornwall in so many different holiday surveys and awards we truly believe it's our duty to make sure we can welcome visitors without damaging what it is they come here to enjoy.' June is passionate about ensuring that the eco-credentials of both parks are an integral part of everything she does.
Both parks have held a David Bellamy Conservation Award Perran Sands ten years Riviere Sands 5 years and both hold the prestigious 'Gold' Green Tourism Business Scheme award. For larger businesses this means meeting significant standards across a wide range of criteria from recycling waste and minimising utilities to working alongside local communities and keeping visitors informed about local flora and fauna.
A self-confessed sustainability geek, June is keen to encourage her team to get involved in green projects too. Before the current holiday season started Team Members at Riviere Sands carried out a litter pick on the Gwithian Towns and collected a staggering 45 bags of rubbish from this are and the beachfront.
And everyone is expected to get involved in the annual Big Green Weekend that provides a real show-case for their eco-endeavours, with all sorts of 'green' activities that involve holidaymakers and the local community as well as team members. From green fancy dress and recycled sculpture competitions to guided walks across the dunes led by Park Ranger Sarah Taylor a combination of fun activities and more serious events highlight the parks' ethos when it comes to the environment.
Continuing investment in both parks ensures that the product remains fresh and exciting for visitors - but June insists that the environment should be taken into consideration with any new building projects.
This year GBP 1.5million has been spent on a new touring facility. 'Camping and caravanning holidays have such a low carbon footprint,' says June. 'It's a fantastic way to get really close to nature and spend time outdoors and we wanted to make it as convenient and comfortable as possible for our touring guests.'
The new shower and washroom blocks have been designed to blend in with the sand dunes so the visual impact is as modest as their environmental footprint. Curved roofs are covered in grass and designed to harvest rainwater to make them self-watering. Water for the showers is solar heated and the exterior is clad in cedar which will fade over time to a silvery-grey to blend in with the natural environment.
Energy efficient under-floor heating, rooflights to maximise the natural light and high efficiency condenser boilers ensure that the buildings work to best environmental standards as well as looking attractive. Inside, the interior has been quirkily designed to make one block redolent of the camper vans much loved by local surfers whilst the other captures a 'beach hut' feel with lots of seaside brightly coloured beach hut cubicles.
What's more, Perran will be the first Cornwall Holiday Park to feature geo-domes as an alternative accommodation for touring guests. Following the success of their yurts (they have four) and a new village of safari tents, June commissioned a handful of geo-dome tents, complete with separate sleeping pods for children. Similar in shape to the famous domes of the Eden Project, the new tents will be fully furnished in 'shabby chic' style with a corner sofa and comfortable beds.
The 'seaside' theme continues at Riviere Sands where the new Cornish Cafe is decorated in natural timber cladding with mural of St.Ives bay- and stocks plenty of local produce, with Cornish cream teas and Cornish ice cream. It even features hand carved Cornish pasties as door handles - with a local artist commissioned for the job.
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Thursday, 17 May 2012
Diamond Jubilee to spark UK holidays frenzy
UK holidays will be on the agenda for many people next month when the Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations create a four-day window for breaks.
A report by the Telegraph has claimed the long weekend will see £10 billion added to the country's economy, with hundreds of thousands of people expected to arrive at holiday spots from both the UK and abroad.
Restaurants, attractions and shops are likely to be busy, with much of the activity focused on London.
With this in mind, people might be wise to take holidays in Sussex, Kent, Essex or other counties close to the capital. But that is not to say there will not be plenty of tourists heading for beautiful locations such as Devon and Yorkshire in order to soak up a relaxed atmosphere as the nation marks 60 years of its monarch's reign.
Santander recently found the price of hotels in the UK is as much as 81 per cent higher on the Jubilee weekend, so campsites and caravans could provide the best value accommodation.
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A report by the Telegraph has claimed the long weekend will see £10 billion added to the country's economy, with hundreds of thousands of people expected to arrive at holiday spots from both the UK and abroad.
Restaurants, attractions and shops are likely to be busy, with much of the activity focused on London.
With this in mind, people might be wise to take holidays in Sussex, Kent, Essex or other counties close to the capital. But that is not to say there will not be plenty of tourists heading for beautiful locations such as Devon and Yorkshire in order to soak up a relaxed atmosphere as the nation marks 60 years of its monarch's reign.
Santander recently found the price of hotels in the UK is as much as 81 per cent higher on the Jubilee weekend, so campsites and caravans could provide the best value accommodation.
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Thursday, 10 May 2012
Holiday Park Looks Forward to 50 More Years
Family-run holiday parks that have celebrated 40 years in business are not uncommon. But few can boast individual holiday-caravan owners who have been coming back for more than 50 years. However, that is the claim to fame justifiably being made by Highlands End at Eype near Bridport in Dorset.
Heading up West Dorset Leisure Holidays (WDLH) which runs this park are the Cox/Butcher family. They took over the operation, which numbers five parks, in 1971.
Among their satisfied customers are Jennifer and Robert Crockford from Stonehouse in Gloucestershire who have within past weeks taken delivery of their seventh holiday caravan at Highlands End. And Jennifer can recall staying there with her parents as far back as 1961.
Located in a clifftop setting midway between Weymouth and Lyme Regis, Highlands End lies right at the heart of the Jurassic Coast, the UK’s only natural World Heritage Site. It has views to match.
This park is the flagship of WDLH and it’s easy to see why. As well as 160 mostly privately-owned holiday caravans, it offers an indoor heated swimming pool with sauna and steam room, a well-equipped gym, tennis courts, a nine-hole pitch’n’putt course and a bar plus restaurant.
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Heading up West Dorset Leisure Holidays (WDLH) which runs this park are the Cox/Butcher family. They took over the operation, which numbers five parks, in 1971.
Among their satisfied customers are Jennifer and Robert Crockford from Stonehouse in Gloucestershire who have within past weeks taken delivery of their seventh holiday caravan at Highlands End. And Jennifer can recall staying there with her parents as far back as 1961.
Located in a clifftop setting midway between Weymouth and Lyme Regis, Highlands End lies right at the heart of the Jurassic Coast, the UK’s only natural World Heritage Site. It has views to match.
This park is the flagship of WDLH and it’s easy to see why. As well as 160 mostly privately-owned holiday caravans, it offers an indoor heated swimming pool with sauna and steam room, a well-equipped gym, tennis courts, a nine-hole pitch’n’putt course and a bar plus restaurant.
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Monday, 30 April 2012
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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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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Friday, 27 April 2012
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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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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Friday, 23 March 2012
Center Parcs "Best UK Holiday Provider "
Center Parcs Crowned Winner of Best UK Holiday Provider at Tommy’s Let’s Get Baby Friendly Awards
Tuesday, 20 March 2012
Park Resorts turns to Linked Bingo
Park Resorts the caravan holidays specialist is up the game in their bingo offerings. The company which operates parks across the UK had always seen bingo as an attractive service for its customers, however it has not followed suit of bingo clubs themselves and online bingo operators which link up to offer bigger and better prizes.
Park Resorts are introducing Linked Bingo; Every day of the week a single Bingo game will take place across all 37 Parks offering top prizes of thousands of pounds.
The senior brand manager at Park Resorts, Gemma Francis, commented:
“This is a really exciting time for Park Resorts, for both Owners and Holidaymakers alike! Our bingo nights are always really popular with everyone on park, and now the prize values are going to be so much higher, visitors to our Parks could win a life-changing amount of money.”
Not only is bingo a lot of fun but one of the reasons why holiday parks across the UK find their entertainment centres full on bingo evenings.
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Park Resorts are introducing Linked Bingo; Every day of the week a single Bingo game will take place across all 37 Parks offering top prizes of thousands of pounds.
The senior brand manager at Park Resorts, Gemma Francis, commented:
“This is a really exciting time for Park Resorts, for both Owners and Holidaymakers alike! Our bingo nights are always really popular with everyone on park, and now the prize values are going to be so much higher, visitors to our Parks could win a life-changing amount of money.”
Not only is bingo a lot of fun but one of the reasons why holiday parks across the UK find their entertainment centres full on bingo evenings.
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Monday, 19 March 2012
New Indoor Sports Facility for Scottish Holiday Park Craig Tara
Craig Tara is opening a brand new leisure facility as part of a GBP 2.2 million investment in ensuring the popular Scottish holiday park has all-day, all-weather attractions available for guests.
'Airspace' is the first of its kind for Haven, who have 35 family holiday parks around the UK and a first for Scotland, offering a unique attraction for the park.
Operations Director Paul Nicol said, 'We appreciate that the sun doesn't always shine in Scotland and felt it was really important to ensure that our guests staying at Craig Tara can have fun whatever the weather.'
The new facility features an impressive multipurpose sports arena with a three-way climbing wall, an interactive sports wall, a 'total experience' golf simulator which allows guests to enjoy all the pleasures of a game of golf without braving the elements and a gigantic themed soft play area for younger children.
A varied programme of action sports and activities is planned to help families enjoy their holiday in Scotland to the full with sessions of football, basket ball, dodge-ball, Highland games, uni-hockey, inflatable it's a knock out, mini fencing and mini archery - and the good news is that they're all free! Guests will even be able to pre-book table tennis tables, badminton, short tennis or indoor bowls to play in the three indoor courts.
Paul Nicol added, 'Airspace is part of an overall scheme to enhance our guest experience at Craig Tara. We have also added a cafe area alongside the new facility as well as a brand new 'seaside-themed' Spar shop which has an in-store bakery and lots of lovely fresh produce.'
Whilst the team at Craig Tara are excited about welcoming families into airspace when the park opens on March 16th, the new facility is just one of a range of indoor and outdoor leisure options available at the holiday park. There's a huge indoor swimming pool on several levels with slides, flumes and a splash-fun area; a nine-hole golf course with views across to the Isle of Arran; a laser combat zone and a boating lake - as well as a full programme of kids clubs, organised activities, bikes for hire and coaching in a choice of sports.
Guests can pre-purchase activity passes to book onto sessions of fencing, archery, climbing, balance bikes, roller disco and various pool activities including Water Walkerz, Aqua jets, Mini jet skis, Aqua glider and Turbo paddlers.
Windcatchers have been installed on the roof of airspace and a number of other buildings at Craig Tara. This natural ventilation system literally catches the wind and sends it into the building whilst at the same time taking the stale air out. Cool fresh sea air is provided for everyone inside without mechanical intervention!
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'Airspace' is the first of its kind for Haven, who have 35 family holiday parks around the UK and a first for Scotland, offering a unique attraction for the park.
Operations Director Paul Nicol said, 'We appreciate that the sun doesn't always shine in Scotland and felt it was really important to ensure that our guests staying at Craig Tara can have fun whatever the weather.'
The new facility features an impressive multipurpose sports arena with a three-way climbing wall, an interactive sports wall, a 'total experience' golf simulator which allows guests to enjoy all the pleasures of a game of golf without braving the elements and a gigantic themed soft play area for younger children.
A varied programme of action sports and activities is planned to help families enjoy their holiday in Scotland to the full with sessions of football, basket ball, dodge-ball, Highland games, uni-hockey, inflatable it's a knock out, mini fencing and mini archery - and the good news is that they're all free! Guests will even be able to pre-book table tennis tables, badminton, short tennis or indoor bowls to play in the three indoor courts.
Paul Nicol added, 'Airspace is part of an overall scheme to enhance our guest experience at Craig Tara. We have also added a cafe area alongside the new facility as well as a brand new 'seaside-themed' Spar shop which has an in-store bakery and lots of lovely fresh produce.'
Whilst the team at Craig Tara are excited about welcoming families into airspace when the park opens on March 16th, the new facility is just one of a range of indoor and outdoor leisure options available at the holiday park. There's a huge indoor swimming pool on several levels with slides, flumes and a splash-fun area; a nine-hole golf course with views across to the Isle of Arran; a laser combat zone and a boating lake - as well as a full programme of kids clubs, organised activities, bikes for hire and coaching in a choice of sports.
Guests can pre-purchase activity passes to book onto sessions of fencing, archery, climbing, balance bikes, roller disco and various pool activities including Water Walkerz, Aqua jets, Mini jet skis, Aqua glider and Turbo paddlers.
Windcatchers have been installed on the roof of airspace and a number of other buildings at Craig Tara. This natural ventilation system literally catches the wind and sends it into the building whilst at the same time taking the stale air out. Cool fresh sea air is provided for everyone inside without mechanical intervention!
Looking for the latest FABUKBreaks offers on a wide range of UK Holiday Park holidays let FABTHINGS2do help you.
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