Weekend break ideas in the UK

Sometimes the best breaks are the ones that are closest to home. If you think otherwise, then take a look at these suggestion for short weekend breaks in the UK

A London theatre break. For a break that the whole family can enjoy, you should certainly consider visiting the Capital for a break that takes in the grease paint and spectacle of London's World famous West-End. With such a vast variety of shows currently showing, you really are spoilt for choice. Our top tip is to combine your theatre trip with a hotel deal that can be had on many internet holidaying sites. By combining the two, you can often save money that can spent on refreshments whilst watching the show

A classic beach break. For something that is a little more traditional, pack up your bucket and spade and head to one of Great Britain's finest beaches. There is a variety of award winning beaches along the coast of the UK that have a long tradition in treating British families to charming, great value holidays. To make things even easier you could choose to stay at one of the burgeoning number of holiday camps situated along the coastline offering family holiday experiences that everyone can enjoy. Newquay offers a selection of the most popular and well-oiled beach break experiences in the country.

A theme park break. With such a wealth of theme parks available on British shores, you should really endeavour to visit a range whilst you have young children. Many theme parks have their own hotels, providing you with a convenient option. The fact that you're staying onsite means that you can take your time around the theme park and choose the best times for beating the queues! Britain's most famous theme park, Alton Towers, offers a range of sleeping options whilst providing children with excitement through their range of themed décor.

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Caravanning in The UK!

Now here's an idea for a fitting end to the Summer holidays... How about a caravan holiday exploring the UK?!


Before you groan in disbelief, take a while to read this post and look into one of the most enlightening and liberating methods of holidaying.

There are many areas in the UK that are ripe for exploration along with your caravan. The Cornish coast is one such area. Set-up camp in St Ives holiday park located right on the beach of St Ives. Nearby you have fantastic attractions such as the glorious Eden Project and Land's End. You could also explore a multitude of quirky Cornish fishing villages such as Padstow and Port Isaac. If you want something a little bigger in scale, venture to nearby Newquay for golden sands and world-class surfing. If you choose Newquay as your base, you could opt to stay at the larger holiday park of Hendra, located on the outskirts of the town.

If the great outdoors is your thing, then why not head towards the marvellous Lake District, There are numerous towns surrounding the area that are geared towards providing caravanners with the best possible experience, allowing you the chance to relax after a hard days mountain rambling. For a caravan park that makes the most of the stunning views that are ever-present in this area, choose Troutbeck camping and caravan site in Penrith. This is the ideal site for exploring the Northern tip of the lakes as well as Hadrian's wall and the nearby town of Carlisle. If you'd prefer to stay elsewhere on the lakes then why not try Windermere. The Windermere camping and caravanning club has perhaps the best view of all the caravan parks located in the lakes as it is situated in the centre of the National park overlooking the fells of the South lake.

Wales also offers exceptional caravanning possibilities. The Dramatic mountainous scenery of Snowdonia arches out of the sky in contrast to the rolling green hills and beaches of the Pembrokeshire National park, highlighting the choices on offer when you caravan in Cymru. There are so many caravan parks in Wales that it is difficult to pick one in particular, Perhaps the best way of caravanning in such beautiful scenery is to drive until you find your favourite backdrop then stumble upon a nearby park! One of the best choices for a caravan park within Snowdonia is Bardy caravan park. It lies in a secluded vale and is surrounded by panoramic views of the nearby mountains.

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Where to travel on a shoe-string

Looking for a place that you can comfortably travel in on an ultra-thin budget? Contrary to popular belief, it is still possible to live and travel on just £15 a day all whilst seeing some of the World's most glorious destinations and meeting some soon to be life-long friends.

Where are these fabled places I hear you ask? Well, most our rather predictable but there are a few curve-balls that may surprise you.

First and foremost the best place to travel on a shoe-string is Thailand or any of the other neighbouring East Asian countries. Thailand caters extremely well for those searching for wanderlust but has becoming saturated with travellers to the extent that it can be difficult to discover the 'real' Thailand. But if you're looking for your first shoe-string experience then this is certainly the destination for you. The likes of Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam are not quite as well catered for which can drive down your overall costs as getting around is cheaper but harder in terms of planning.

India is also an excellent destination for the discerning traveller. You'll meet plenty of like minded travellers who live on far less than you and are often a fountain of knowledge when it comes to tips and approaches to travelling around this unsubscribed yet picturesque part of the World. It may be wise to avoid India if you have a weak stomach though as Western food can be very difficult to come by and your palette will have to adapt quickly to the spice heavy cuisine.

China is also a wonderfully cheap yet immersive option - especially if you like your trips to be laden with plenty of culture and eye-opening history. This option is perhaps the most left-field though as it will present you with a complete and utter departure from Western living. You should brace yourself for quite the culture shock so perhaps only approach this option if you are a seasoned traveller!

Of course, if you are not ready to live within your means then none of these options are going to suit you! Budgeting becomes easy after a couple of weeks on the road, but you have to restricted in what you purchase and your itinerary needs to be cut to the minimum when it comes to activities and tours. Always seek out the cheapest options and consult the locals when it comes to the site-seeing.

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