| No.1 A Train Ride to The Dordogne |
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If you are looking for an adventure that involves travel - then a train ride to the heart of France's Dordogne region is a good option.
Trains are considered to cause less damage to the environement than cars and planes and once you are there, you have the options to walk, cycle or canoe through some of the most beautiful landscapes in Europe.
Imagine - a whole week or two without the stress of driving, parking and dealing with other road users... it can be done !! |
If this type of holiday is new to you - don't worry, companies such as "Headwater Holidays" have been running these types of holidays for years. They will provide you with transport to your hotel on arrival, provide maps, bikes, canoes and even training if you have never canoed before.
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No.2 A Cycling Holiday in BeautifulNorfolk
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Norfolk is flat ! Norfolk also has beautiful countryside, idylic waterways and charming towns and villages that are full of history - making it an ideal location for cycling holidays.
You can cycle from the waterside holiday town of Wroxham to the splendor of Blickling Hall along the scenic Burgh Valley cycle path or you can choose seaside routes that track the unspoilt North Norfolk coastline. You'll be spoilt for choice. |
If you plan to travel to Norfolk by train, then you will come into the historic city of Norwich. From here, you can catch trains to Wroxham, Sheringham, Cromer.. wherever you wish to start your holiday. Chances are, you can bring you own bikes on the train, but if not, you'll find companies such as "Huff & Puff" that can provide you with bike hire and all you'll need.
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No.3
Sailing Holidays on the Broads
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Sailing does not have to be for the rich and famous and you won't need to fly to Bermuda to either !
If you've never sailed before, then
"The Norfolk Broads School of Sailing" will give you all the help you need to get started. After that, as they say, its plain sailing. Such a holiday was all the rage at the turn of the century and you'll soon find that it has lost none of its charm. |
The unspoilt Norfolk Broads is a haven for wildlife and offers some of the most wonderful scenery to be found in the UK. In contrast to the serenity of the water, many small towns and charming country pubs can be found along the way. For more details on chartering boats and on sailing courses, contact the "Norfolk Broads School of Sailing".
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No.4 A UK Family Resort
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If you're looking for a family holiday that is closer to home, then the UK is has some great locations.
Whether you are looking for a holiday camp with swimming pools, adventure playgrounds, kids disco's and evening entertainment or maybe a quieter seaside resort, the UK has plenty to choose from.
Check out companies such as Butlins - today's holiday camps are pretty cool.
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Many of our famous resorts are easily accessible on the train and even if you choose to drive, you will find much of what you need on site, so you can leave your car parked up for much of the week.
No airport stress (parking, checking in, passport control, baggage checks, late flights, restricted leg room, etc..) and a lot less costly. So, for your next holiday, discover the UK and help save the planet.
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No.5 Discover a Town or City in the UK.
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Americans, Japanese, Scandnavians, in fact the whole world travels to the UK, intrigued by the architecture and long history that makes the UK special.
Cities such York, Norwich or Edinburgh can make a wonderful family break. |
Each of these cities have fine museums, cathederals, cobbled streets and guided tours. The Norwich Museam being located in a magnificent Norman Castle in the centre of the city. York has several museums including a fantastic Railway Museum and Edinburgh has its famous castle museum. And when the family have absorbed enough history, there are vibrant shopping centres and some really nice places to eat.
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If you are made of tough stuff, then don't miss the chance to go on a ghost walk where a guide will take you through the city after dark and tell you of the terrors from the past that lurk in the shadows. Or maybe even check out the Dungoens in York and Norwich. Check out the train times ... yet another great low-CO2 adventure!
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No.6 Pony Trekking in the Yorkshire Dales
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If you really want a "get away from it all " holiday - then it doesn't get much better than this !
The Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District offer some of the most beautiful scenery in Europe and exploring this area on the back of a pony is as close as you'll get to going back to basics. |
Whether you're new to horse riding or an expert, there are stables that will cater for you and your family. There are companies such as "Unicorn Trails", that can offer you an itinerary of exhilerating treks through the unspoilt Dales along with Bed and Breakfast and evening meals.... and if Dad wants to wear a cowboy hat and a sheriff's badge - then that's OK with us.
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No.7 Coast To Coast Walk
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Feeling fit ?
The Coast to Coast walk across Northern England was first devised in 1972 by Alfred Wainwright, since then the route has become one of Britains most inspiring long distance walks. In 2004 the route was voted the second best long distance trail in the world by Country Walking Magazine and The Independent Newspaper.
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The 190 mile route crosses Northern England from West to East. From the seaside town of St. Bees in Cumbria you will walk through stunning scenery, crossing the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors National Parks, before arriving in the picturesque fishing village of Robin Hoods Bay on the Yorkshire Coast. "North West Walks" can offer a Coast to Coast holiday that includes 14 nights bed and breakfast accommodation, 13 days walking with a guide, and luggage transfer between overnight accommodation.... go on... live a little..
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No.8 Interail Across Europe
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Tour Europe for a month !
The InterRail-Ticket is the regular train ticket of the European Railways. You can travel through Europe for a month with this ticket. From the north of Norway to Morocco, to Greece and back.... and its not just for students. |
You can buy tickets for certain zones in Europe but a ticket to cover the whole of Europe starts at Euro 399...(£275 approx), not bad for one months unlimited travel. "Interail" have a really helpful website that will help you plan your holiday and provide a lot of useful information.
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No.9 Learn to Surf in Newquay, Cornwall
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Newquay is the UK's No.1 surfing hot spot.
With beautiful Atlantic beaches, cliff top walks and activities ranging from fishing to pony trekking, Newquay makes an ideal holiday location for the young and the not so young. |
Whats more - you can easily get to Newquay by coach or train, making it an excellent choice. There are some very nice camp sites in and around Newquay and an endless selection of hotels and B&B's....c'mon, release the "surfer dude" inside !
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No.10 A Holiday At Home
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Why not plan a very special week at home.
A week of doing your favourite things ... reading, gardening, a cycle adventure, tennis, swimming, photography, fishing, visiting old friends... Make it a chance to stop and relax.... no schedule, no queueing, no traffic and no stress...paradise !
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If you have a family or you want some action - maybe you can make every day a mini adventure - check-out your local cycle tracks, the aquapark, cinema nature reserves, take a train ride to a nearby city or town, or maybe even the coast !
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