Trip Ideas

When you are on your Cumbrian cottage holiday there is a good that you will want to visit some of the local attractions. Here are just some of the places that you could visit.

Did you know that Wordsworth lived in Cumbria? He lived in Dove Cottage which is in Grasmere from 1799 until 1808. The 17th century building was an inn before William Wordsworth moved in and the cottage is now a museum dedicated to the poet with many of his possessions and portraits on display. The Museum has family activities available opposite the cottage during school holidays where you and your family can write your own poem, paint or colour scenes from Wordsworth’s poems or just find out more about him and his home Dove Cottage and much more. …read more about A Cumbrian Cottage Holiday – Things To Do

Egypt is world famous for its Pyramids with thousands of tourists travelling to Egypt each year especially to see them. It is highly recommended that you take a trip to see these while holidaying in Egypt, even if seeing them is not your main goal. Depending on where you are staying the time taken to get to the pyramids varies quite considerably. Once there, you can enjoy the scale of these ancient wonders and even take part in a guided tour inside them, an experience you’re sure never to forget.

Egypt attracts a lot of Sun-worshippers who flock to Egypt year after year, with its year round warm climate it is the perfect sun holiday destination. It’s not uncommon in the summer to have temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius, although northern winds take the edge off the heat so it’s not unbearable. Egypt is home to some simply stunning beautiful white sandy beaches with warm clear waters. Some of the main tourist resorts in Egypt are El Gouna, Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh.  Egypt has much more to offer than just pyramids! …read more about Enjoy A Holiday In Egypt

With lifestyles getting more and more hectic it is often highly desirable to get away from it all during your holiday time. Many people associate this time with foreign travel which while nice doesn’t always appeal to everyone. An often overlooked option that is growing in popularity is a stay in a countryside luxury holiday cottage. Often there is no better way to truly “get away from it all” without putting up with the hassle of airports and hotels.

There are a great amount of things to do on a cottage holiday, especially if you love the outdoors. The Scottish countryside is renowned for its beauty. As a family man who is also an avid photographer I cannot think of much better in the UK than spending a holiday with my family in a luxury holiday cottage in Scotland or even a holiday cottage in Cornwall if you want to stay in England. …read more about A Scottish Cottage Holiday

Uncover the hot coastal plains of Peru on an adventure holiday. Visit the charming towns, stunning landscapes, ruins, colourful markets and the fascinating culture. Your adventure holiday will put you right in the heart and soul of this wonderful country. The culture is one that is so beautiful it will take your breath away and a holiday in Peru is one that will truly be a memorable one. You’ll enjoy the connection with the natives, landscapes and environment. This beautiful country can be a place of total relaxation or excitement and adventure, whichever you desire. …read more about Adventure Holidays in Peru

Any parent will be all too aware of how much their children would love to go to Disneyland. For Europeans, it makes much more sense to go to Disneyland Paris rather than the original one in Florida, although some families still choose to visit America.

Getting to Paris is hardly any trouble at all now for us Brits, especially since the Channel Tunnel opened. This has made it so much easier for families to get there without too much fuss. Trying to keep children occupied on public transport can be a challenge, especially when it is often under great scrutiny from other passengers. Keeping children happy and amused  is much simpler in your own car, between in car DVD players and the ability to have sing-a-longs or play games without annoying anyone else. …read more about Visit Disneyland Paris

Adventure holidays can be a great alternative to a traditional holiday. They are often thought of as quite a solitary pursuit, but in reality it is far from it. If you want to you can even take your friends on a group adventure holiday so that you can all share experiences first hand. What better way to embark on a challenging adventure than to be surrounded by your friends or family who are able to support and encourage you on your trek. There are group adventures holidays available all over the world that cater for a wide range in difficulty levels. Fans of a truly challenging and rewarding experience, offering a great sense of personal achievement should consider a Kilimanjaro climb.

The Kilimanjaro Machame route is at the pinnacle of mountain treks, with walks that are longer and steeper than other treks but the efforts are not unrewarded. You will get to see breathtaking views of Kibo Peak along with the eternal ice fields and the Kili’s talus covered dome. …read more about An Adventure Holiday Climbing Kilimanjaro

With its excellent waterway system, Cruises to Germany really are ideal for those wanting a taste of Europe. Many European cruisers are now planning their cruise holidays around the popular ports of call here. The River Elbe and the River Rhine are the two main rivers flowing through Germany and there are also two major canal systems; The Kiel Canal and the Rhine-Main-Danube Canal. The extensive waterway system makes cruising one of the most exciting ways of seeing all Germany has to offer.

There are various cruises available in Germany. Sea Cruises are the most popular, closely followed by River and Canal Cruises. Many of the major operators offer sea cruises here, including Royal Caribbean, Princess and P&O. The popular river cruise lines include Uniworld, Viking and Amadeus, stopping in places such as Berlin, Cologne, Hamburg and Kiel. There are many things to do during your time in Germany, with many places to explore and numerous activities to keep you occupied. Here we have picked 3 great excursions that you will definitely want to visit when in Germany. …read more about 3 Great Excursions in Germany