Archive for the ‘Self catering’ Category

• Save up to £100 off 2011 school summer holidays!

  Date: 2011.03.10 | Category: Holiday Parks, holidays, Latest News, Places to go, Self catering, Special offers - time limited | Response: 0

  Let’s have some fun this summer… Save up to £100 off 2011 school summer holidays with Hoseasons! Want to treat the family to a great summer holiday? Book now and you can save up to £100 on your 2011 summer holiday! There are over 70 locations to choose from in this offer. But hurry – book now to get your favourite holiday. This offer applies to arrivals between the 23rd July and completed by the 27th August 2011. Terms and conditions apply, please see site for details.

  Below is a selection of great holiday parks included in this offer:

  • Sandylands, Ayrshire

  Set close to Ayshire’s famous sandy beaches, with views out towards Arran, this lively park is ideally situated for making the most of Scotland’s popular west coast. A sandy beach with fishing is just 800m away and among a wealth of facilities on site are an indoor pool, sports programmes, take away, shop and fabulous entertainment. Children also enjoy an adventure playground and their own club.

  Scenic glens and magnificent mountains abound in this paradise for walkers, photographers and golf lovers, with famous Royal Troon golf club nearby. Saltcoats, ½ mile, is a popular holiday resort offering ferry trips to the Isles, while the Vikingar Viking Experience or a day trip to Glasgow offer unmissable treats.

  • Southview Leisure Park, Lincolnshire

  Southview nestles in acres of beautiful parkland boasting lakes, greenery and wildlife on the edge of vibrant Skegness and is just a short drive to sandy beaches. A superb array of facilities offers something to suit everyone, while lively Skegness and the unspoilt beauty of the Lincolnshire Wolds are on your doorstep.

  An eternally popular seaside destination, the bustling town of Skegness plays host to numerous attractions. Together with its famous, award-winning sandy beach, Natureland Seal Sanctuary and animal centre will appeal to kids of all ages, while adults enjoy a variety of bars, restaurants and shops.

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• The more things change, the more kids stay the same.

  Date: 2011.03.09 | Category: France, Holiday Parks, holidays, Italy, Latest News, Places to go, Self catering, Spain, Villas | Response: 0

  The more things change, the more kids stay the same. The family Chevy turned into the family station wagon, turned into the family minivan, which is now the family SUV. Even with the advent of in-seat TV’s, mp3 players and Nintendo DS — surprise — kids still can’t get along in the backseat! Here are a few quick tips for travelling with children.

  Before you even leave the house, it’s a good idea to prepare your kids for the trip. If they are old enough to read, give them books about the area you are travelling to and do some research online. If not, read to them and show them pictures of the places they will see. If you are travelling to a foreign country, introduce them to the food they will taste at home before you go to help ease the culture shock upon your arrival.

  Finding Family-Friendly Lodging
  In most cases, the more space the better. Rather than booking a handful of rooms, or worse, trying to cram everyone into two standard double beds, you might want to try staying in a mobile home or a villa in the country of your choice.

  Have a look at Callao Negro Villas in Playa Blanca, Lanzarote
  Enjoy a great family holiday at Callao Negro Villas in Spain. Callao Negro Villas is a 2 bedroom Villa in Playa Blanca that sleeps 4.
  Callao Negro is a small development of just 16 semi-detached 2 bedroom villas in a quiet cul de sac, each with their own private swimming pool (7m x 3m, depth 0.8m to 1.6m, with roman steps), garden and sun terraces. Recently built, very tastefully and comfortably furnished and well equipped, Callao Negro is just 1km from the main beach and 1.2km from the attractive resort centre of Playa Blanca, where there is a variety of shops, bars and restaurants, and is ideal for anyone who doesn’t want to use their car all the time. Each house is built on an 800 sq metre plot; therefore there is plenty of space as well as privacy from its neighbour. They are ideal for couples or small families looking for high quality accommodation at a reasonable price.

  Find a large choice of holiday parks and villas>

• Swanage Blues festival this weekend

  Date: 2011.03.02 | Category: Cottages, Dorset, Festivals, Holiday Parks, Latest News, Places to go, Self catering, South West England | Response: 0

  For hardcore Blues fans, the Swanage Blues Festival hosts over 40 bands in 15 venues over three days.

  An acoustic room will play host to the stripped down sounds while workshops and jam sessions will allow for some entertaining audience participation. There will be open mic sessions and free admission to all venues.
  The line up includes Assorted Buskers; Kevin Brown; Johnny Sharp and more. The festival runs from Friday 4 March till Sunday 6 March.

  • For more information on the festival see their web site.

  Looking for a place to stay for the festival check out Find Family Holidays for cottages; lodges and holiday parks.

• Happy St David’s Day

  Date: 2011.03.01 | Category: Cottages, holidays, Latest News, Self catering | Response: 0

  It’s St David’s day so what better time to book a holiday in Wales. Whether you are looking for an Easter break or a summer holiday then Wales is the perfect choice.

  Why not try a cottage holiday in the Brecon Beacons; South Wales or Isle of Anglesey in North Wales.

  There are many wonderful cottages in Wales including Primrose Cottage, Amroth in Pembrokeshire>

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• Stunning luxury apartment on the River Dart, Dartmouth, South Devon, £100 off

  Date: 2011.02.28 | Category: Apartments, holidays, Self catering | Response: 0

  This stunning luxury property is situated in an extremely desirable spot, on the edge of the River Dart, in the famous maritime town of Dartmouth. Sleeping up to four people, this apartment provides accommodation of the highest standard, recently receiving the top accolade from VisitBritain – a coveted Five Star Gold award.

  Relax in the beautiful open plan living space, complete with a sumptuous designer sofa. The stunning views up the river can be enjoyed from the fully opening windows, which can open back on a sunny day to create an internal ‘Juilet’ style balcony! Whether you are looking for a romantic break for two or a luxurious holiday with the family, this property offers exceptionally contemporary and lavish accommodation.

  What’s more, you can enjoy this apartment with £100 OFF – for the weeks commencing 5th, 19th & 26th August (if booked before 31st March 2011).

  Find out more about this apartment and special offer>

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• Family fun Ice skating at Worthing, West Sussex, South East England

  Date: 2011.02.28 | Category: Apartments, Cottages, Holiday Parks, holidays, Places to go, Self catering | Response: 0

  Steyne Gardens Worthing, West Sussex hosts an outdoor ice skating rink; this year it is open from 5 February till 6 March 2011. Sessions last an hour with approximately 45 minutes spent on the ice. Each session begins on the hour and the first session of the day is 11am, 10am at weekends and the last session time is 8pm.

  
  Prices are from a low as £2.50 ‘credit crunch’ up to £7 for peak time adult and include skate hire. The minimum age is 4 and the smallest shoe size is child size 8. Tickets can be purchased online, over the phone or in person at the rink.

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• Want £80 off the price of your Easter Holiday

  Date: 2011.02.16 | Category: Cottages, Holiday Parks, holidays, Self catering, Special offers - time limited | Response: 0

  Hoseasons are offering up to £80 off weeks and £40 off short breaks. Looking for the best deals this Easter, then look no further than their selection of ‘eggstra’ fantastic Easter offers. Choose quieter holiday parks where you can simply relax and unwind, or fill-every-minute parks with family entertainment, indoor pools and bags of activities for everyone!
  This offer only applies to holidays starting on or after the 8th April and completed by the 25th April 2011.

  Enjoy a great family holiday at Golden Sands in Lincolnshire. The parks great selling points include:

  • Indoor pool
  • Easy beach access
  • Great entertainment

  Enjoying an enviable location this park sits opposite a long stretch of dune-backed Blue Flag golden beach. Boasting a vast array of facilities with something to suit everyone this is an ideal choice for a seaside family holiday to remember.

  Ideally situated for exploring the many family attractions in the area you are almost midway between Skegness and Cleethorpes. Pleasure Island Theme Park and historic Lincoln with its excellent shops and magnificent cathedral are both close by.

  You’ll be spoilt for choice at Golden Sands. The heated indoor and outdoor swimming pools offer hours of splashing fun for all; while a fishing lake*, multi-sports court, go karts* and kids clubs are just some of the all-weather activities available. *Charges apply.

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• Keep the kids entertained this half term at Sandy Balls in the New Forest

  Date: 2011.02.15 | Category: Holiday Parks, holidays, Latest News, Places to go, Self catering | Response: 0

  Sandy Balls is a Holiday Park near Fordingbridge in the New Forest, Hampshire. There is the option to stay in a mobile home, wooden lodge or take your own equipment and stay on one of their quality touring pitches.
  From outdoor adventures to indoor rainy day play and fantastic evening entertainment – there’s plenty to keep all families entertained. There are parachute games, bracelet making, woodland walks, ceramic painting, biscuit decorating and even try your hand at creating your very own bird box. (Activities are weather dependent and subject to availability, it is advisable to book in advance.)

• Save up to 25% on Keycamp Holidays

  Date: 2011.02.14 | Category: Ferries, France, Holiday Parks, holidays, Latest News, Places to go, Self catering, Special offers - time limited | Response: 0

  Book a Keycamp Holiday by 28 February 2011 and you could get up to 25% off the price of your holiday. This offer is made up of 20% early booking discount and 5% loyalty bonus for returning Keycamp customers. Early booking offer applies to mobile home accommodation only for arrivals on park between 30 July – 28 August and for a duration of 10 nights or more. (Excludes Prestige and Vista Prestige mobile homes).

  Stay at Les Mouettes near Carantec in Northern Brittany. A friendly park with a fabulous pool complex and a spectacular setting next to a lovely bay.

  1.5km from the old port of Carantec and Plage du Kelenn, Les Mouettes is situated near one of the most beautiful bays on the Breton coast. The park is very well kept with many pleasant, grassy pitches, some surrounded by trees and flowers. The main attraction is the impressive swimming pool complex overlooked by the bar terrace, where the children will enjoy floating along the lazy river surrounding the huge water chutes. In addition there is a covered pool for those times you want hide from the sun while swimming. Kids can also try their hand at the unusual 18-hole crazy-golf course, not forgetting the beach is just 1.5km away.

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• Over 500 new cottage and apartment holidays in South West England

  Date: 2011.02.12 | Category: Apartments, Cottages, Self catering | Response: 0

  Find Family Holidays has added 500 new self catering cottage and apartment holidays in the south west of England, including cottages in Cornwall, Dorset and Devon.

  The accommodation includes both cottages and apartments either located on the drammatic south west coast or at some beauty spots in the country.  Hundreds of these cottages and apartments are rated 4 stars or 5 stars and so if you are looking for a bit of luxury on your holidays then there is no better place to start especially if you are looking for luxuries like a swimming pool and hot tub.  If you are feeling romantic, check out our range of romantic cottages and apartments that include four poster beds and open wood fires. For the more active holidaycheck out those cottages with great walking near by or apartments close to watersports, golf and fishing.

  Whether you are looking for a holiday in Cornwall, Devon or Dorset for a couple, family of large group you are sure to find something just right at Find Family Holidays.

  Find Family Holidays has 10,000 cottages and apartments listed across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland ensuring you have the widest selection to choose from.