How many times do you book something that looks fun when you first saw it but was not at all what you read? This is something that happens all to often to those in charge of booking holidays. So when you decide to plan your next family trip make sure you read up a bit more about the area you are going to. For example, why not check out Florida? Do you want a taste of what you can look forward to on your Florida holidays?

Do you love the water? Not only is Florida located on the Gulf coast with miles and miles of perfect beaches but it is also home to the most water parks in the world. For example, when you go to Aquatica on your holidays in Florida you will never be the same again. This one of a kind water park will have you floating through an undersea paradise one moment and shooting the rapids the next. In fact, you will wonder what exactly is around every bend. From the famous Dolphin Plunge ride to their super cool tube slides there is just so much water fun to have here that you will be hard pressed to try them all.

And speaking of Dolphin Plunge, have you ever heard of swimming with the fishes? No, we are not talking about some mob threat but the chance to shoot through 250 feet of clear tubes under water only to be then float through an amazing dolphin habitat. And it is exactly these types of holidays in Florida that will have you leaving a changed person. No longer will you be just a plain Jane but a person that has experienced what life is really all about. Are you ready for the fun and excitement that is Florida?

But perhaps the tranquility of watching the fishes and riding the water slides is not your cup of tea. For those that choose Florida holidays for a really thrilling time you will want to check out Cutback Cove and Big Surf Shores. Why not see if you can stay up on your board in the worlds only side by side wave pool. Or better yet, for a treat for the whole family you will not want to miss Walkabout Waters. This is the worlds largest water park with over 15,000 square feet fun. Here you will be able to let the kids run wild while you sit and enjoy the relaxing pool and refreshments that get delivered right to your chair. However, as with anything like this always remember to look for ticket deals.

When you book your Florida holidays you will not only want to take advantage of all our cheap package rates but also on many of the tickets to these fun and exciting places. And because many of these tickets can only be found in the UK you will not want to wait until you get to the gates of the park. Quite simply, planning ahead will always save you money.
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If you are thinking about an ideal trip this coming holidays, Cape Town would be the ideal place to visit. Being one of the greatest cities in the world, it has all the facilities that you expect from a top class metropolis. Along with the advantages of the modern civilization, this beautiful city of South Africa has a wide range of natural beauty that has made it even more attractive. A beautiful route connects the civilized modern shopping complex with the exotic beaches, mountains and wine lands.

The list of top destinations in Cape Town includes a host of different things. If you are a lover of the wildlife, the Cape point Nature Reserve will give you unprecedented pleasure. The ocean here is clear and transparent and this is the amazing spot where the currents the Atlantic and Indian oceans meet. Apart from that, there are spots for barbeque and snorkeling. Then, there is the Two Oceans Restaurant with its world class cuisine.

No description of Cape Town can be possible without the account of the Table Mountain, the most iconic part in the city. You can mount up 1,073 meters to reach the top of the mountain and get an unforgettable view of the city from there. There are the cable cars to take you there on the top; also you can climb up yourself.

If the Table Mountain stands high, the beaches of the Cape Town are right there at its foot. Wherever your Cape Town accommodation is, you are sure to find a beach nearby. There are top class restaurants and shopping centers around them, to increase the fun quotient. Well, if you don’t like the hustle and bustle, simply lie down on the white sands with a good book. At the end of the day, the beautiful sun set will make you thrill.

Cape Town has the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. There is a large amphitheatre in it where you can watch live shows. Also, there are the craft markets, and plenty of other shops that will induce you to buy the beautiful products that are sold there in V&A. Also, there is the Two Oceans Aquarium where you can visit the ragged tooth Sharks.

A boat from V&A Waterfront will take you to the Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela served his long imprisonment. There is also the national monument of South Africa.

The west coast is another interesting place to visit. If you are in the Cape Town hotels, it will take almost an hour to reach there. The entire region is filled with wild and beautiful flowers during the spring. In facts, these flowers are known all over the world for their beauty and a large number of people flocks in every year just to watch them. Well, there are thousands of other activities and adventures apart from watching the flowers.

There are plenty of wine lands in around Cape Town. The list includes Paarl, Stellenbosch, Constantia, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. These wines are famous around the world. There are several points in the Western Cape where you can watch out whales from July to December.
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Tourism predictably has been severely hit in many countries or specific cities due to this recession we are experiencing. New York is a prime example, known as a popular location for those looking to buy cheap Levis and other American goods during the day and enjoy a vibrant city at night; these difficult times have meant the uptake for hotels has been very low. It is a double whammy for the city of New York since the effects of Wall Street have also taken their toll. Not only are international visitor numbers down, domestic visitor numbers are too.

While it has been bad for business in New York it provides an opportunity for international visitors to enjoy a cheap hotel in New York. Prices are at a six year as New York hoteliers look to draw tourists back in.

A quick search reveals half price rooms at the Hudson Hotel. The Empire Hotel prices have been knocked down from £205 per night to £92! There are many more cheap hotels to be found.

The simplest and quickest method of finding the best hotel bargain is to use a hotel comparison site, there are many on the internet all sporting slightly different features. Some will allow you to plan your whole holiday so once you have found a cheap hotel room you can search for a flight to go with it. Prices for flights to New York are also lower now than in previous years so this could well be THE summer bargain. I ran a quick search for flights to New York from London; there is a return flight for £285! What a deal!

There are other locations around the world that are sadly suffering from the reduced tourist trade so using a comparison site will certainly help you sniff out those bargains. There are new announcements for cheap hotels, so keep checking. It looks like many of the hotel big groups will be discounting their hotel rooms to bring in the customers, so keep your eyes peeled.

It is predicted the exchange rate will continue to improve and may rise up to $1.80 to £1 so things many get even better for British tourists.
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Chiloe - Chile

Chiloe offers an amazing adventure with a new ecological reserve and features the oldest agro-tourism network. The experience is so different there to best enjoy it is recommended you visit the various islands via one of the traditional wooden fishing boats and see the very cool Museo de Arte Moderno (you don’t need a translation to understand what this is).

Chiloe offer foggy farmsteads and forests where you can learn about the virgin troll myth. You must visit Chiloe’s Punihuil penguin colony and sea-kayaking can also be organised. There are teams that will take you into Pumalin Park to experience the Patagonian wilds.

Bay of Fires - Tasmania

Recently discovered and brought to international attention the Bay of Fires has beautiful white beaches. The perfect beach has sheltered coves with forests lining the area. For the adventurous there is a great surfing pool and a beautiful coast line. Guides will offer tours to give you the full bay experience and the sea food is some of the best you will ever experience.

Basque Country – Spain and France

Art fans will love the futuristic Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum. Walkers will love the Pyrenean vistas and everyone will lose themselves in the all night street parties that can be a million strong! The Basque country offers a culture, beauty, fun and sun.

Ko Tao – Thailand

You will feel like you are on an episode of Lost with Ko Tao’s beautiful beaches and coastal jungles, in only a few minutes you go from a beach to the middle of a jungle. Diving fans can enjoy the neon coral and get up close with the rays and sharks.

You won’t find package holidays here. It is more of a backpacking affair where you book as you go along. Diving fans can do Padi courses and if you want to visit Bangkok you can get a bus and ferry together for as little as £15.


Languedoc - France

Holidays in France are full of excitement and diversity. Visit Bas-Languedoc features the vibrant towns of Sete, Montpellier and Nimes and long sandy beaches. Haut-Languedoc has breathtaking deep gorges and wild upland and Languedoc offers beautiful cities and gorgeous kayak trails for adventure fans.
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The warm weather marks the arrival of several outdoor events in New York City, including free open-air concerts, movie screenings and theatre productions. From the Museum Mile Festival to Shakespeare in the Park, there are plenty of entertaining activities to fill your trip itinerary!

Museum Mile Festival
Admission is waived by nine of the Fifth Avenue museums during this one-day festival, which celebrates music, art and culture. Fifth is closed to traffic between 82nd and 105th (known as the Museum Mile) and is filled with live bands, entertainment and tons of activities for kids. Held rain or shine, the Museum Mile Festival attracts thousands of people each year and offers art lovers a wonderful way to see top museums such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Smithsonian, and the Guggenheim for free!


Father’s Day

Father’s Day falls on the third Sunday of June and there are several ways to spoil Dad in the Big Apple. If he’s a baseball lover, spend an afternoon watching one of the city’s two major league baseball teams, or head to the ESPNZone in Times Square with sporting events on dozens of TVs. If Dad is more of a culture vulture than a sports buff, take in one of the free concerts or big-name benefit shows offered at the Central Park SummerStage outdoor venue, or head to Rockefeller Center early on a Friday morning to enjoy the free summer concerts put on by NBC’s Today Show.

Shakespeare in the Park

Since 1957, the Public Theatre has been presenting the wildly popular Shakespeare in the Park productions at the open-air Delacorte Theater in the heart of Central Park. Free tickets are distributed at 1p.m. on the day of the performance. Some theater-goers start to line up as early as 8 a.m. and it is a New York tradition to make the wait a fun event by packing a picnic lunch and basking in the sunshine. The semi-circular theatre is surrounded by the lovely landscape of Central Park’s 55-acre Great Lawn, and offers views of Turtle Pond and the beautiful Belvedere Castle. Tickets are non-exchangeable regardless of a rain-out.

Restaurant Week

Twice a year in January and June, New York City Restaurant Week gives foodies on a budget a chance to experience some of New York City's most fabulous restaurants at a fraction of the cost. Discount lunch and dinner menus are offered by dozens of restaurants including celebrity chef favourites like Tom Colicchio's Gramercy Tavern and Bobby Flay's Mesa Grill. Visit your favourite New York City restaurant’s website to see if it is offering a Restaurant Week menu, and call well in advance to reserve a table. Reservations at many of the participating restaurants can also be booked online.

Bryant Park Summer Film Festival

Enjoy free Monday night outdoor movies in this urban park, beloved by New Yorkers. Films begin between 8p.m. and 9p.m. as the sun sets, and movie-goers starting arriving around 5p.m. to set up their blankets on the lawn and start picnicking. The film schedule can be found at the park’s official website. Bryant Park is located behind the New York Public Library in midtown Manhattan, between 40th and 42nd Streets and Fifth and Sixth Avenues.

New York is a walking city and June is a perfect month to walk it. The weather is warm, but not as hot and humid as it can get in July and August. A wide variety of walking tours cater to every interest from Bob Dylan fans to chocoholics. So put on comfortable shoes and explore the neighbourhoods!
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