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Cheap hotels in Turkey and Egypt

February 17th, 2010

Holidaymakers from the UK have been looking for alternatives to some of their favourite European destinations this year as budgets have tightened and the Euro currency has gained in strength. Fortunately, hotels in Turkey and Egypt are offering themselves as affordable options not too far from home. Favourable exchange rates alongside the cheap Turkey and Egypt hotels are proving a desirable combination for holidaymakers considering these two locations just outside the Eurozone.

Travellers wanting to save some cash would do well to head to Turkey on holiday. The country offers an enticing mix of low cost of living and some incredible deals on good quality, but cheap Turkey hotels designed to suit all types of visitor. Turkey has been making a particular name for itself in the holiday charts this winter as a top pick. Its currency – the Lira – has played a major role in it becoming a best buy location destination recently. The country still has a number of years before it can join the EU and start thinking about swapping its Lira for the Euro. Thanks to an exchange rate of around 2.4 Lira to the Pound, UK visitors can expect a bit more for their cash, particularly compared with some of Turkey’s European neighbours. Cheap deals on accommodation offer another bonus for holidaymakers. All inclusive hotel packages can be found for as low as £10 per person per night this winter.

Across the water from Turkey, there are more cheap hotels available in the popular North African destination of Egypt. In terms of day to day affordability, the country follows hot on the heels of Turkey in the low cost of living stakes. Meanwhile, all inclusive hotels in Egypt offer further value for holidaymakers. Two people can enjoy a seven night all inclusive stay for just over £18 per person per night this winter. Whichever destination travellers decide to visit in the end, a trip just outside the Eurozone is an excellent choice for affordable holidaying.

Great Rates on Cheap Holidays to Turkey, Crete and Sharm

February 5th, 2010

The credit crunch has forced hoteliers and airlines to drop their rates, making it a brilliant time to go on a holiday. Many are even offering holidaymakers extra value like free meals and upgrades to attract them into booking a room. There are plenty of cheap holidays out there, just in time for spring sunshine. After checking out all the great offers on cheap holidays to Crete, Turkey and Sharm, holidaymakers will be ready to jump on the next flight.

Holidaymakers will rejoice with cheap holidays to Crete. Prices are dirt cheap on getaways to this sunny Greek isle. A holiday in Greece means lots of sunshine and amazing culture. From visiting the ancient Greek ruins, to enjoy the glorious sunshine, holidaymakers would be hard pressed not to enjoy themselves.

Cheap holidays to Turkey are also a great option. The Turkish Lira offers travellers a very favourable exchange rate, making cheap holidays to Turkey very affordable. Those want beautiful resorts directly on the beach should check out the Mediterranean coast of Turkey. The turquoise seas of the Mediterranean are the perfect location for holidaymakers who are looking for a beach side escape. if you’re looking for a few days of a city break, check out the historic and lively city of Istanbul. If you have the budget, combine a sunny beach stay with a few days in this busy city.

If you are into your water sports, cheap holidays to Sharm will suit you perfectly. There are plenty of diving sites if you are so inclined – some are even rated as the best in the world! There are also plenty of other water sports and activities for holidaymakers.  While Sharm isn’t the ancient Egypt you read about in textbooks, there are plenty of daytrips you can take to explore the region. Besides having beautiful beaches, Sharm is also very charming.

 

Top Tips for Booking Late Rooms and Holidays

January 27th, 2010

While planning in advance certainly has its advantages, some times waiting until the last minute can also work in your favour – especially when it comes to book holidays! Advanced deals do often offer travellers great rates, but if you’re not fussy about where you go, you can find some amazing offers at the very last minute. Many times you can find late roomsand last minute flights for up to 50% off, sometimes even more. It may not be an ideal holiday idea if you like to plan ahead, but if you’re open to a new adventure, you’ll be surprised at the great deals you can find. Here are our tips on how to make the most out of a last minute holiday:

1. Pick advance dates

Just because you’re not booking your holiday in advance, it doesn’t mean you should leave everything to chance. Choose your dates in advance so you can make sure you’ll be able to get the time off work. This way you’ll be able to make a game plan for your trip – such as getting someone to watch your house or your pets and you can budget in advance.

2. Be flexible with location

It’s ok to know whether you want a cultural city break or a tranquil beach getaway, but you can’t be too specific about where you want to go. While a seaside hotel in South France may be your ideal escape, be open to less popular destinations in the Mediterranean like Malta or Sardinia.

3. Stay away from the peak season

You will obviously be able to find the best deals for specific locations during the off season, but if you’re beach holiday is freezing cold or your city break is flooded by rain, it kind of negates the reason for the trip! The shoulder season is great because in addition to enjoying discounts and deals, there will be far less other travellers and crowds.

4. Go somewhere popular

While you think you should go somewhere off-beat to find a bargain, often the opposite is true. It makes sense that the bigger the tourist destination, the more likely you’ll be to find a deal. You’ll get bargain rates as all the hotels will be competing for your business.  Places like the Canary Islands and the Spanish Costas often have great deals. If you’re looking for something a bit more exotic, have a look for hotels in Turkey and Egypt often offer great value.

5. Search, search, search

The best way to find a good deal is to take advantage of all your resources. The internet is a great place to start and you can sign up for weekly email newsletters from a number of sites that offer deals on late rooms, flights and package holidays. There are plenty of small online travel agencies that have cutthroat prices to deal with the big competitors. There are also plenty of comparison web sites out there that will allow you access top travel search engines and compare the best deals.