Pick the perfect city-break this Wedding season!

Yes! Wedding season is upon us once again.

This doesn't just mean Wedding Crasher esque hedonistic get togethers, family-fallouts and dream-like ceremonies, it also presents the chance for once-in-a-lifetime getaways and vacations that are heightened by thoughts of eternal bliss for newlyweds with their perfect soul mate (or something like that)

In this rundown of honeymooning options we present you with the best city choices where activities are plentiful yet travelling whilst there is minimal.....romance is optional

Las Vegas

The city that never sleeps provides you with a brash, bold vision of the American dream that should be tasted at least once in a lifetime; so who better to visit with than your new Husband or Wife? Hotel rooms are lavished with over-the-top décor and jacuzzis that have been set into the floor, presenting you with the ultimate in hotel room indulgence. Nearby you have the Nevada desert and the Grand Canyon providing you with a whole range of activities and sites that are perhaps unrivalled by any other North American city.

Paris

The most obvious choice on this list but for good reason. You can visit some of the most iconic romantic sites in the world, such as the Eiffel Tower and the Arc De Triomphe. You can bask in Paris' in-built romanticism as you stroll down the side-streets surrounding the Eiffel tower, stopping in one of the slick cafés for a spot of afternoon coffee. Paris really does have the affect of making you feel like a classical film star and as you head out for fine-dining Parisian style, you really will feel like you're living the lives of millionaire starlets.

Venice

The tiny Italian city offers the quintessential romantic trip in Europe. So small that it can be traversed on foot with minimum effort. The city's other major draw is the myriad of marvellous canals and the world-famous gondola trips, presenting you with a clichéd yet undeniably romantic jaunt along Venice's waterways. Once you've conquered the canals, take to the streets for picturesque walks and the Piazza San Marco where the grandeur of the Basilica di San Marco awaits.

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Holiday Hardship: 1 Pound to 1 Euro

With the Euro currently matching the Pound almost 1 for 1 in the exchange rate, holidays in Euro zone have never offered such scant value.


Just five years ago the pound was riding high in the currency exchange market with one pound able to buy €1.5. At present the pound is worth around €1.12. This marks a dip in the value of the pound of around 25%.
The recession of 2008 could be largely attributed to this weakness in value. During the recession the pound saw significant losses, but much of Europe was experiencing similar economic turmoil so holiday makers were not affected significantly.


The aftermath of the recession has really hit the pound hardest.With Britain's close economic links with America, the knock-on effect of America's disastrous approach to the credit crunch saw the pound struggle further whilst the Euro began to strengthen. The Euro bank also took a hard-line approach to inflation. Whilst the British banks cut interest rates drastically to encourage spending and boost the economy, the European central bank refused such measures, leading to a quicker recovery.


So, post-recession the pound may not be in as bad shape as the Dollar, but it lags behind the far superior Euro.


For holiday-makers, the struggling Pound does have its plus points.It represents fantastic value for tourists from Europe who can experience savings of around 20%. This also means that holidays at home are perhaps the best choice for Brits themselves wishing to save a few pounds; and lets face it, our economy needs all the help it can get at the moment and what better way than exploring some of Britain's best holiday spots.

City Breaks on the cheap!

Looking to get away from it all this weekend? With this quickfire guide we present a rundown of the top city breaks that offer culture and sites in spades whilst taking it easy on the credit card.
1.Marrakech

Budget airlines are currently offering return trips to Morocco’s most interesting city for as little as £50. Once there you can enjoy warm to scorching temperatures and a treasure-trove of wonderful sights. Whether it's Marrakech's famous Square of the Dead or one of it's many century old excavations, Marrakech has plenty to do for those looking for a budget city break that is a little different from the usual.

2.Prague

Prague still offers great value for the discerning British tourist. Flights to this Eastern European gem are cheap and food and drink prices are in line with the lowest in the EU. As well as this, you get some of the most astonishing architectural marvels in the whole of Europe and an atmosphere of charm that is reminiscent of a bygone era.

3.Istanbul

Turkey's most populous city is also one of its most interesting. Istanbul was the centre of the Ottoman empire and you will find the Topkapi Palace conveys the scale of this huge military force to the extent that half a day is needed to fully appreciate it. To pick up Turkish bargains, head for the Grand Bazaar where you will be faced with shopkeepers looking to haggle for the best prices on extravagant Turkish carpets and handbags.

4.Sofia

Sofia is the ancient capital of Bulgaria – a recent inductee to the EU. As you would expect from an ancient city, there are many cultural curiosities that you can feast your eyes upon such as the ancient turrets and the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. You can also peruse a number of museums and the city zoo. Sofia is warm year-round and can get extremely hot in the Summer.

Marrakech's Djemaa-El-Fna