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Travel Vietnam in the Holiday Times
Jun 26th
While you are thinking to tour and travel in the place of the world then think about that place in the world where the colors are more vivid, where the coastlines are more dramatic, where the landscapes are bolder, where the tasters are divine, where history also more compelling and where life is living in a fastest lane. The place of the world is names as Vietnam, the latest Asian dragon to show its beauty of the nature.
Nature has already blessed the Vietnam with its various beauties with a bountiful harvest of soaring mountains, radiant rice fields, and a killer coastline and really Vietnam is a cracker. Vietnam is the place where you can find pleasant woman in conical hats with tending to their fields, children are ride buffalos along the country paths. Vietnam is the exact place to ready for an adventure in your holiday and the place if holiday villas.
Holiday Villas in Dubai
Feb 13th
If you are planning to go to Dubai, then why not rent out a holiday villa? There are enough number of companies who can acquire you a short-term or long-term holiday villa. The villas you choose do not have to be dear as there are scores of deals still to be located. The advantage of this type of accommodation is that you have solitude. If you are holidaying with a family in that case this is the ideal answer to keeping the family as one as opposed to having quite a few members of the family dwelling in various rooms in a hotel.
Choosing the type of villa does somewhat depend on your resources, there are villas offered all over the emirate. The Marina is a very ‘deluxe’ area of the emirate and prices can be on the higher end of the pricing scale. Similarly, Jumeirah is as well another place which is a number of minutes from Jumeirah beach and a few minutes drive from Sheikh Zayed Road.
If you want to lodge somewhere really out of the ordinary then there are generally villas available on the Palm Island in Jumeirah. This is the height of luxury living in privacy where you may well possibly be a fellow citizen to world prominent celebrities. These possibly will include film stars, sports stars and even Michelin star chefs. Dwelling on the Palm could mean you are within walking distance to the Atlantis Hotel Dubai which is one of the best hotel resorts and one which is unquestionably worth visiting. So whether you make your mind up to go to see remarkable Dubai for a holiday, honeymoon or just a trip away, you will not be let down.
Aother – Zaheer Fazal
Thinking Holidays? Think Holiday Villas
Feb 13th
Choosing holiday villas can be a difficult task; we are blessed in Europe with so many fantastic destinations and, with reasonably-priced flights available to most European countries, it’s feasible to take a break wherever we like.
For years it has been the tradition for British people to rent holiday villas in Spain, where the climate is good and the locals are friendly. If you are a real sun worshiper, the Coasta Del Sol is your best bet for getting the most of the Spanish sun. Resorts here include Malaga and Marbella, and the whole coast is full of resorts, whether your preference is for lots of partying in bars and clubs, or relaxing somewhere quiet and enjoying meals in restaurants.
The Canary Islands are another popular destination for UK holiday makers, and you’ll find a range of holidays villas here. There are seven islands that constitute the Canaries: Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Gomera, La Palma and El Hierro, but it is the four largest islands, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Tenerife and Fuerteventura, which are the most popular holiday destinations.
For a serene holiday, Fuerteventura is the most unspoilt of the main islands. Enjoy relaxing here on the beach and sampling some of the many restaurants. Those with a taste for a lively nightlife should head to main resorts on either of the other three.
The Canaries, although belonging to Spain, are actually situated off of the coast of North Africa, which means that in peak summer months, temperatures get very high. If you prefer milder weather, you may be better off holidaying in early or late summer, when prices will be cheaper, resorts less busy and the temperature pleasant.
The main Balearic Islands of Majorca, Minorca, Ibiza and Formentera are full of holiday villas and are situated in the Mediterranean Sea, and belong to Spain. The Island of Ibiza has a somewhat notorious reputation as a party island and, while it’s true that it is one of the number top destinations for clubbers in Europe, there are also peaceful and beautiful locations in Ibiza once you head away from the hustle and bustle of San Antonio and Ibiza Town. Many celebrities own holiday villas on the island and it has a very upmarket, exclusive scene as well as its party island image.
There are holiday villas all over Europe, and each country offers something different to enjoy, whether you are looking for a romantic getaway, a lively holiday with friends or a family holiday that everyone can enjoy.
Aother – Dominic Donaldson
Renting a Holiday Villa in France
Feb 13th
The South of France is famous for its stunning unspoilt landscape and the intense Mediterranean light. Languedoc is especially noted for its magnificent beauty and its visitor attractions have attracted travel writers and numerous visitors for centuries.
Languedoc, west of the Rhone, doesn’t have the same fame as its equally beautiful neighbour of Provence and is just waiting to be discovered. Known as ‘Le Midi’ it combines history, fabulous wine and a picturesque landscape, it contains some of Frances’ most remarkable scenery. It’s also easy to get to, with both Carcassonne and Perpignan providing accessible airports and Barcelona airport is only a few hours from the southern part of this lovely area.
Most of the landscape is dominated by the Pyrenees Mountains. They are both high and snow covered for most of the year and Canigou is one of the most famous peaks at just under 10000 feet. The Canal du Midi bisects the region, connecting the Atlantic and Mediterranean. It’s used solely as a tourist attraction now, and it’s possible to hire boats on the canal and enjoy the landscape as the waterway meanders across the sun baked plain of southern Languedoc.
Ancient monasteries, vine covered hills and picturesque villages dominate the landscape and tourist attractions include the ancient city of Carcassonne. It is one of the highlights of any trip to France and to this day instils a sense of medieval history in visitors. Its turreted walls have made it one of the most visited tourist attractions in France and it’s easy to imagine the sound of clashing swords, frightened horses and gallant knights of old as one gazes up at the historic city.
Increasingly, many visitors travel to Languedoc to discover France as it used to be. This is an ideal way to get a real taste of what France has to offer. It’s a region that has managed to remain unspoilt for many years. Olive groves, sunny villages, orchards and of course some of the most extensive vineyards in the world are there to be explored.
For those interested in food and wine there are endless wineries and many are combined with excellent restaurants so you can sample all the local produce at the one sitting!
Holiday accommodation in Languedoc comprises a range of good standard hotels, bed and breakfasts and self catering accommodation ‘gites’ style accommodation. However, despite the growing popularity of the region with tourists, the area is not over endowed with quality accommodation. For example there are relatively few self catering villas with private pools that offer all en suite accommodation.
One of my favourite places to stay in France is Villa La Cascade. This self catering villa with private pool is set at the edge of the old village of Durban Corbieres, complete with medieval castle. It’s only an hour or so from both Perpignan and Carcassonne airports. Within walking distance of the village and bakery it delivers high quality accommodation for up to six adults in three en suite bedrooms with magnificent views over the Corbieres hills.
The villa is convenient to the excellent French motorway network and indeed many British visitors take cars on the Eurotunnel or the myriad of ferries and drive to Languedoc. Perhaps the best thing about staying in this gorgeous house is the views. From dawn to dusk the sky is generally a beautiful blue at almost every time of the year and looking out from the bedrooms over the vineyards and the pool below is one of my favourite things about a visit to this part of the world.
Even in winter the temperatures rarely get cold for more than a few days and winter is remarkably short. From early February it usually quite pleasant and warm enough to sit out and in the height of the summer a good hat is often needed or perhaps a parasol and a cool glass of vin blanc!
Nearby, the town of Narbonne has a great food market and is ideal for a leisurely stroll through the old streets- perhaps ending ones visit with a cafe au lait in the old main square, compete with Roman ruins.
All told, Languedoc deserves to be discovered so for 2010 make a resolution to visit this still undiscovered treasure of Southern France.
Aother – Suzy Orr