Little Britain – Carol Beer – Travel Agency – Disney World

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Having lived in Sussex all my life, I have to ask the question why would anyone want to come to Sussex for a holiday? Whenever I venture out of Sussex I always find my alien surroundings more appealing, but is that simply because the environment is alien to me? Is it that virgin destinations really does make the grass look greener on the other side?

So what does Sussex have to offer a holidaymaker? I would not want to stay in a hotel, I always prefer Self-Catering holidays, and the idea of a self-catering holiday in Sussex is not one that fills me with reams of excitement.

So unless someone can tell me different, here are the top tourist attractions in Sussex at this time; and I had to work hard in Wikepedia to find these!

• Bluebell Railway
• South Downs Way
• Brighton
• Hastings Castle
• Herstmonceux Castle
• Arundel
• River Arun
• Ashdown Forest
• Amberley Working Museum
• Weald and Downland Open Air Museum
• Fishbourne Roman Palace

Then after that, I am stuck. The question is this, is there enough for people to do to warrant taking a self-catering holiday in Sussex? If you like walking then I would say without doubt that Sussex has something to offer. The South downs is a great location to explore and offers some of the finest walks in the United Kingdom on the South Downs Way.

Having been to Devon, Cornwall and the like, I would personally say these counties have far more to offer visitors. For one, I have always found the scenery to be more breathtaking and there are more places to explore. I honestly don’t know whether that is simply me wanting to explore more when I am away or whether self-catering holiday in Sussex my home county is that dull!

A resort in St. Vincent and the Grenadines has recently decided to ban the use of mobile phones on its beaches, the first Caribbean resort to do so according to Cellular News.

The chief executive of the resort Rob Barrett confirmed that guests staying at the resort are banned from using mobile phones, PDA’s and laptop equipment within half a mile of it’s beaches, saying that there is nothing worse than your luxury Caribbean holiday being disturbed by constant mobile phone ringtones.

It seems that people are unable to do without their mobile phones, and this need constantly disturbs would be enjoyable experiences, from a film at the cinema, a cosy meal in a restaurant through to your luxury holiday experience.

If you are soon to experience a holiday to Kenya or another similar exotic climb, I have the perfect article for you. The World at Large has produced a fantastic article on the top ten tips for travel to exotic countries.

The first tip offered  is to travel light. The first advice Jon Evans has to offer, is what to take. He recommends you put all of the things you want to take in one pile, and all of the money that you think you will need in another, then halve the first and double the second! Take essentials, all non-essentials can be bought cheaply at your destination. But remember to take sturdy luggage, and bring worn in shoes to avoid blisters.

The second tip – plan, but don’t over plan. Ensure you have adequate vaccinations, medications, not forgetting your Travel Insurance. Evans recommends you purchase a good guide book, but says be careful not to become enslaved by it. Plan for the main things you want to do – a safari in Tsavo National Park, a trek up Mount Kilimanjaro, but also leave time to make on-the-spot decisions. Ensure you have days set aside where you can simply unwind and relax. Travelling can alone be incredibly tiring, and it is good to achieve a balance of seeing the wonders that are there to be seen, but also spending time relaxing and enjoying some downtime.

Third tip – cut the costs. Find the best airfares, AirTreks.com for complicated itineraries. If prices seem expensive, route your journey through ‘hubs’ like London and Bangkok – something that can considerably cut prices. Look to book tours at your destination; this can save you vast amounts of money – but be sure that you book through a reputable tour company.

Tip number four recommends staying cool on your first day. Arriving at your destination after months of planning and hours of travel can be quite overwhelming – what do you do next? Airports can often be daunting places – touts and taxi drivers all looking to take advantage of you and rip you off. Evans advises you stay cool, wave away any touts and look for a taxi, negotiating a price before your journey. Don’t believe your driver if he tells you your hotel is closed, and refuse should he ask if it is possible for you to share the journey with a friend – this is a ploy that has been know to end in mugging.

Tip 5 is prepare to be appalled. Developing countries are poor, and this is likely to be extremely apparent right from the start. Don’t make the mistake of staying within the confines of a luxury hotel, but instead go out and see the country for what it really is.

Sixth is dangers and annoyances. Statistics point out the most dangerous thing in developing countries is traffic. Travel safely and stay calm and alert. Keep money safely on you and watch out for scammers – most will go away if you ignore them, but be prepared to drop your courtesy and say “No”, loudly and rudely.
Visit expats clinics rather than local hospitals, and don’t call the police unless you have to – if you have a big problem, you should call your embassy first.

Tip 7 – money money money. Bring a small stash of dollars, a credit and an ATM card. Travellers cheques are often not worth the bother anymore. Bargain for souvenirs, but always use a smile.

The remaining travel tips can be found at the original article.

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Booking a holiday for some is a very exciting time, at least it can be until you think of the ‘what ifs’. ‘What if’ your entire two week holiday to an all inclusive resort in the Caribbean  coincides with the hurricane season. What if you take the risk?

It is a risky time to holiday in that region, but precautionary measures can be taken to safeguard your holiday.  Travel insurance is a must have and will cover you in event of a hurricane or other bad weather conditions.

When preparing to travel to the Caribbean during hurricane season, the best option is to keep an eye on the weather.  The last thing you want is for your honeymoon in the Caribbean to be subject to a week of cloudy skies and extreme winds, confining you to your hotel. Luckily those travelling by cruise ships should be fine as cruise voyages are often unaffected by hurricanes.  Most cruise ships have on-board advanced technology and as such are able to avoid hurricanes in most cases.

When preparing to leave on holiday, it is always an idea to contact the airline in advance so that you can check on the status of your flight. This is made even easier with advanced online check in facilities offered by many airlines nowadays.

It is thought that changes in the frequency of hurricanes in the Caribbean occur over a cycle of around 30 to 40 years, and if this is correct, we should be seeing hurricane activity in the Caribbean decreasing between now and 2020.

Having said this, climate change has a part to play, and the warming climate that would usually produce hurricanes up until November has been producing hurricanes into January.

Should you decide to travel during the hurricane season – officially from June 1st through to November 30th, it is worthwhile considering accommodation set back from the immediate coastline, as rough seas can present a certain amount of danger.

Many holiday companies are offering hurricane guarantees, some offering replacement holidays in the event of a hurricane hitting the resort.  Many of course come with fine print, which is worth checking before you decide to go ahead and book your holiday.