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Tuesday, 2 June 2009

Ideas for a great weekend vacation

A weekend vacation should be relaxing and fun. There are many great ideas for short breaks and whichever holiday you choose, it will surely give you a good start to the new week.

You can choose to stay in the country or go overseas for a weekend vacation. It need not be back breaking and it is spontaneous. It is also a good way to rebuild and reconnect relationship with family and friends.

Here are some weekend holiday ideas:

1. City weekend breaks – Take a short holiday to a nearby city or a city in another country. City break is a great way to have a leisure weekend. You can choose to sightsee or do some shopping, visit the market or simply relax in the cafes or bars.

2. Beach weekend breaks – Take advantage of beach holiday weekend offers especially during the in low season. Learn a new water sport like water skiing, kite surfing while you are at the beach, it could be the start of a whole new hobby for you. Alternatively, sunbath and chill out on the beach.

3. Experience theme breaks – This are specialty breaks. You can enjoy a weekend staying in an old gothic castle solving murder mysteries or challenged yourself to stay a night in a haunted castle. Such weekend breaks normally include meals and a night stay.

4. Have a ‘learn something new’ break. Learn a new skill like landscape gardening, interior designing or painting. As these courses are usually held in beautiful manor houses set in the stunning countryside, it further enhances your weekend experience.

5. Go on an adventurous weekend pursuit. There are many types of outdoor, adrenaline pumping activities like bungee jumping, sky diving, karting, car rallying, abseiling and rock climbing. Whether you are a beginner or a keen enthusiast, you will be sure of an unforgettable sporting experience.

When finding a weekend holiday, check out travel operators for any last minute deals as they can be very attractive. There are also travel companies that specialise in weekend and city breaks, these companies have the resources and connections in helping find the ideal weekend holiday break.

Here are some Holiday Essentials Hot Picks for a fantastic weekend vacation:

-Beach hotel deals for a romantic get away or fun in the sun for the whole family.
-Save up to 25% on flights + hotel deals
-Mediterranean holiday deals: Majorca; scheduled flight plus 5 nights accommodation from £266*
-Take a break to Paris, Flight + 3 nights from £143.
-Take a beach holiday in Algarve, flight + 7 nights from £218.
-Enjoy the historical city of Barcelona,Flight + 3 nights, from £168.


“Travel is more than the seeing of sights; it is a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living.” - Miriam Beard

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