Summer Holiday Tips

The recession has been affecting almost all people in the world today and many are cutting costs in their daily expenses. Most people even cancel their annual holiday trips. But holiday treats are what we need and what we really deserve. Everyone needs a good break and it is still possible in this time of recession. There are some ways that you can save money on your holiday vacation.

The internet is very helpful in saving costs for your holiday vacation. It allows you to search for cheap holiday packages for specific destinations. Not only that you can find cheap packages but also low-cost services like car hire,accommodation, travel insurance, and even air fares. You can also find sites where you can compare prices and some holiday deals available online. If you are flexible enough, you can take advantage of some of the great deals available online. Like the usual cheap last-minute bookings and cheap flights at some specific airports.

Looking for a travel destination beforehand can help you save a lot of expenses. By deciding on where to travel, you can then search for discount codes for tickets. There are websites that have voucher codes wherein you can save money for advanced bookings. Also, booking a holiday trip as a group or your whole family are usually cheaper rather than single bookings. Another cheap way is to have an annual pass by visiting the same attraction several times during your holiday.

Choosing to stay in a private holiday home or vacation villa can be cheaper rather than staying at a hotel. This would be a great option if you are with your family or a group because you are going to pay for the whole house instead of paying for every person. This will also save you from food expenses as it has all the facilities you need for catering, so you can do your own cooking here. If you book directly to the villa owner you can save more because you don’t have to pay for the travel agents’ fees and there are also some last-minute deals that you can avail.

Usually, people spend a huge cost in their phone calls in planning for their holidays. These people don’t realise how much they have spend in making calls abroad. One good thing to save in your phone calls is to use an international sim card. These sim cards are not too expensive so its worth your investment. You just have to insert them into your phone and top them up with pre-payment to make your calls and you can take advantage of local rates as well.

Lastly, plan for free activities that you can enjoy while on your holiday. You may content yourself in the private swimming pool or go sunbathing but there are also other free things to do, if not cheap. Try to find free events in the internet and you might be surprised to see the things you least expected. If you’re lucky enough, you can enjoy some local events in your destinations, like festivals, free concerts, and the likes.



By: Jessica Nielson

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If you are dreaming of a holiday with a combination of sun, sand, sea and surf, then go for the beach holidays in India. The beaches in India are hard to resist. Especially, the beach lovers and those who love water sport adventures must visit the exotic beaches in India.

The beach holidays in India offer you an unending choice. There are numerous beaches in almost every part of India including Andhra Pradesh, Andaman & Nicobar, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Karnataka, Lakshadweep, Maharashtra, Orissa and Tamil Nadu. What you, as a tourist, need to do is just take your pick and select a tour to one of the beautiful beaches like Anjuna Beach, Baga Beach, Dona Paula Beach, Calangute Beach, Kovalam Beach, Marina Beach and Juhu Beach.

Speaking of beach destinations in India, there are two names that click instantly- Goa and Kerala. But have you ever explored the unexplored? To know more about the country’s beaches embark on a tour to the shell beaches in India. The coastline of Andhra Pradesh is a shell collector’s paradise. Vizag is another unspoilt beach destination. Rishikonda and the virgin beaches of Pondicherry is also a noteworthy pleasure and relaxation spot. Manglore’s Taneerbhavi and Panambhoor, Beyt Dwarka in Gujarat, Malpe in Karnataka, Marwanthe beach and the beaches of Lakshadweep and Andaman and Nicobar has attracted beach lovers’ since time immemorial.

If you are planning to take your family along, then some of the best beach options include Marine Drive, Juhu and Chowpatty Beaches in Mumbai. Other options are Kovalam Beach in Kerala, Marine and Elliot’s Beaches, Puri and Konark Beaches in Orissa, the Vishakhapatnam beaches, Gopalpur and Chandipur in Orissa.

The romantic beaches of India are often preferred by he honeymooners. If you want to spend some romantic moments with someone special, then choose from some of the most dreamy beach destinations in India. Some isolated beaches in India are located far away from the madding crowd. They are not over crowded by the tourists every year, yet they offer the best facilities possible. These least explored and unspoiled beaches include the beaches of Lakshadweep Islands, beaches of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Serenity Beach in Pondicherry, Kovalam Beach in Kerala and Anjuna Beach, Baga Beach, Dona Paula, Bogmolo Beach and Polalem Beach in Goa. The beach resorts located near these beaches are perfect for the newly married couples.

Those exploring the great beaches in India must spend some time trying the water sports available there. Indian Beaches like Diu Beach, Beaches of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, beaches of Lakshadweep Islands and Anjuna Beach, Baga Beach, Dona Paula in Goa are best at that. The Kovalam beach, Colva Beach and Covelong Beach are the sports lovers’ paradise. Away from the hustle and bustle of city life, these serene beaches are ideal for the adventure freaks. Water sports activities offered here include sailing, Para sailing windsurfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, canoeing, kayaking, surfing, fishing and water skiing.

Besides the pristine beauty and exotic locations, the beaches offer a wide range of entertainment. When you visit the Goa beaches, you will get to listen and tap your feet to the music of the guitarists and musicians playing at the Goan beachside. The beachside restaurants, nightclubs and casinos present in the major beachside entertainment areas of Goa will add to your excitement.

 



By: Sumit Singh

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