Escape to the Tropics
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The Billion Pound Hotel – Dubai
Dubai has for many years now, been seen as a luxury place to go on holiday. There is a lot of money in Dubai and once you are there that becomes very obvious. Recently a program was made about a billion pound hotel in Dubai called the Burj Al Arab. A stay in this hotel…
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Using Trip Adviser reviews when planning a holiday
Trip Adviser can be great for reading reviews of places that you are considering going to however it can be a bit all-consuming if you don’t know what to look for, particularly if a place has a number of reviews. The best place to start in this circumstance is with the negative feedback, read all…
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Holiday clubs for children
If you go on holiday and on a complex or family orientated park / camp site, then you may find that they offer a children’s club. These widely vary from accommodation providers, some running a few clubs daily that last an hour or so to others offering children’s entertainment the majority of the day. Some…
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Holiday activities for young children
When holidaying with young children it can be hard to think of activities that they can get involved in safely that will keep them amused and entertained. However there really is plenty of things to do if you plan things according to where you are and what the weather is like. The first hurdle is…
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Going on holiday with teenagers
Taking teenage children on holiday can sometimes be a nightmare, they are too young to let them go off independently to do their own thing but they are old enough that they don’t want to be by your side 24/7. The best compromise tends to be resort style holidays as that way everything is all…
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Dominican Republic Beach holiday resort
Lifestyle Holidays offers a number of resorts including The Tropical. The resorts, located in the Dominican Republic are a fantastic location to visit. The Tropical at Lifestyle Holidays Vacation reort offers a truly beautiful tropical beachfront resort experience, stretching out along 1.5 miles of golden sands at Cofresi Beach on the Amber Coast. The buildings…
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Seychelles
Seychelles are beautiful islands located off the east coast of Africa. Unfortunately, isolation and a pristine environment comes with a price and a trip to the Seychelles will cost. The Seychelles cater to honeymooners, celebrities, and high-end tourists. But if you have the money, then this place should be on the top of your list…
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Five Tips for African Travel
Planning and preparing for a safari holiday in African can be a little daunting with so many countries and options to consider. Below are a few African travel tips to take into consideration both before and during your holiday:
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Three Ideas for your Tanzania Safari
One of the most popular countries for a safari in Africa, Tanzania is far more varied than you might first imagine. Below are three options to consider for a Tanzania safari; you could think about doing just one option or even combining them with one another. The Northern Circuit The northern areas of Tanzania are…
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