Climate change is on a lot of people’s minds at the moment.  A lot of questions are being asked, what will happen to the climate over the next 100 years and how will it affect life on earth?

Changes used to be attributed to natural causes, however more recently the causes are a result of our lifestyle and it is expected that there will be between a 4 and 6 degree celsius temperature rise by 2080.

Without changing our lifestyles, sea levels will rise and precipitation will increase, so how do we combat this?

We can start by looking at sources of renewable energy, such as solar and wind power.  Other lifestyle changes, no matter how small, can make a difference.  It starts close to home, through properly insulating your house and turning off unused lights you can lower the amount of power you use.

Another huge issue is travel.  Our long haul holidays are costing the planet dearly.  The carbon emissions produced from one long haul flight is astounding, and by simply changing our travel habits we can make a big difference.

Many people seek far away exotic climbs and ignore the great places on their own doorstep.  These holidays are not good simply because of the convenience, a UK holiday does have a lot to offer both couples and families alike.

Devon holidays can offer so much for both couples and families alike.  The UK has some fine summers, with some beautifully clean beaches, and with a wealth of activities and entertainment, there is always something for everyone.

TLH Leisure Resort features 4 quality hotels offering fantastic accommodation in Torquay from hotel accommodation to self-catering accommodation in Devon.

If we are to make a big difference, we really need to start thinking seriously about how are actions are affecting the environment we live in. Maybe time for a UK holiday, before it’s too late!

It’s nearly that time again, and as Christmas is nearly upon us, it will come and go, and along will come the January blues.  We have a great recommendation for how to avoid the downtime that inevitably comes after the Christmas break – an all inclusive holidays in the Caribbean. The hurricane season will be long gone, and the tropical climate will instil on you a sense of relaxation.

Almond Resorts have a number of beautiful resorts in Barbados and St. Lucia that will simply leave you spoilt for choice.

Here are just two of the options you have:

The Almond Morgan Bay resort is located a few miles from stunning Castries on the beautiful West Coast of St. Lucia.

With 238 rooms in 6 accommodation blocks, the resort has a very spacious feel to it, and a walk around the palm lined gardens will leave you in a blissful state.
At your fingertips are a wealth of amenities; watersports comprising of kayaks, windsurfers, snorkelling, water skiing and more. Once back on dry land there are tennis courts and an 18 hole golf course.

All of these activities will likely leave you with  a healthy apetite, and the 4 gourmet restaurants will ensure you are well taken care of with a range of cuisine from French ‘Creole’ to beautiful fresh seafood.

Another great option is the Almond Beach Club and Spa in Barbados, located on the west or ‘gold coast’ of Barbados just 20 minutes from the capital – Bridgetown.

The hotel contains 161 rooms in seven multi-coloured buildings which arc around the swimming pool and surrounded with tropical greenery and like Almond Morgan Bay there are many things to keep you busy.

The Maldives is the destination the month for November.  As the nights are closing in, the darkness seems ever present and everything is becoming colder, we can look to warmer, more tropical climbs, and a holiday in the Maldives is the perfect destination to get away from the winter blues.

Maldives is the place of sun, sea and sand, beautiful turquoise waters lapping over powdery white sand along miles and miles of palm fringed coastline.

The beauty is not just found above water either.  The clear ocean water is host to an abundance of tropical marine life, sheltered in beautiful coral reefs, with fish all shapes, colours and sizes.

Made up of numerous little coral islands, the Maldives is located to the Southwest of Sri Lanka and is located right on the equator and features year round warm weather reaching into the mid thirties.

The Maldives is a tropical climate, and there is much variation in the monthly rainfall levels, with the period between January and April being the driest with May to October being the wettest period.

There are so many fantastic resorts to choose from when planning a holiday in the Maldives, such as the Royal Island Hotel and the Hilton Maldives Resort and Spa, both 5 star luxury accommodation set in stunning grounds.

Whichever hotel you choose, a holiday in the Maldives is the perfect way to escape the cold winter, if only for a few weeks.

Tropical Sky, an online travel agent located in East Grinstead, West Sussex have been named as Tour Operator of the Year 2007 in the Sunday Times Travel Magazine Experts’ Awards.

Tropical Sky is a deserved winner, offering bespoke tailor-made luxury holidays to suit your specific needs at truly competitive prices.

The company has been around for just over two years and is run by a group of holiday experts with years of experience in the industry.
They have expanded their offering by creating American Sky, Africa Sky and Canadian Sky, and have also recently developed their wedding offerings on Tropical and American Sky.

The Caribbean has been a popular destination for as long as I can remember, a place associated with beautiful palm fringed beaches and warm local custom.

A Caribbean holiday has long been popular among families and couples looking for an idyllic, romantic getaway, also popular are the all-inclusive Caribbean resorts such as Almond Resorts, and this popularity continues to grow, with Antigua and Barbuda recording higher tourist numbers in September than in previous years.

Booking a holiday can be a stressful and worrying time, what have you forgotten to do? This checklist will aim to ensure you have everything covered so you don’t arrive at the airport with no passport and not a penny to your name, but instead are armed with the tools to create the perfect holiday.

The first one may sound a bit obvious one, but it is an important one nonetheless – you must first select the destination for your luxury holiday. Choosing where you go will always affect the enjoyment of your holiday, so the destination you choose must reflect what you are looking for in a destination. Is it tropical peace and quiet you seek, somewhere to unwind and work your way through a good novel, or are you more of a night owl, looking for a location that offers you great nightlife and a lively atmosphere?

Flight transfers can sometimes be an issue. Some holiday destinations are not served by direct flights, and may be subject to stopovers – something you should research and consider as this can cut down on your time at your holiday destination. Flying to less high profile resorts can be more costly also, so this is another thing that should be taken into consideration.

The next thing to consider is the season in which you decide to travel. A holiday in the Caribbean may be subject to hurricanes and other adverse weather patterns during certain periods. It is a good idea to find out when these are and try to avoid them.

Avoiding public and school holidays will also help you avoid busy and more expensive times. Outside of these times, prices will drop and areas will become less busy, but you should also check that facilities do not close during these periods. Being in a luxury resort during a cloudy rainy period, where the water sports activities and poolside bar is closed is nobody’s idea of fun.

So what about the hotel you choose to stay in? Research here is vital. If you have children, is the resort child friendly? Is the pool area incredibly slippery, or is the pool deep with no shallow areas?
If you are elderly or are travelling with someone who is, check to see what the hotel access is like. Are there numerous steps up hillsides to get from one part of the hotel to another?

Ensuring the hotel is perfect to your needs means you won’t face any nasty surprises once you get there. A good resource to use when deciding if a hotel is right for you is Trip Advisor. This site features many independent reviews by visitors who have stayed at the resort. It also offers candid travel photographs of each hotel, so you can see what the hotel looks like outside of the images offered in the travel brochure and on the resort’s website.

“Fly light”. That is, save yourself some luggage space to fill with all the bargains you can pick up while abroad. Many destinations will have fantastic prices on local souvenirs, clothes or even the latest hi-tech gadgets – at a fraction of what it may cost to purchase from home.

Money is your friend. It is always better to take more than you think you will need rather than be stuck with not enough once you are at your holiday destination. Be wary of taking wads of cash out, should you lose an item of luggage or it become stolen, you’re only fallback is dependant on your travel insurance policy. Travellers cheques are a good idea, ensuring you keep reference of each cheque so that, should you lose them, you can easily and quickly get new cheques issued to you.
If you are going to take a credit or debit card abroad, ensure that you will not be charged for using that card abroad in cash machines, shops and restaurants. Some will charge you!

Ensure you have adequate travel insurance. Again, shop around, find out the best deal. There are numerous travel insurance comparisons on Travel Insurance Views & Reviews which can help with the shopping process, but always ensure you check the policy details – what you are and are not covered for.

Finally, check different sites for the best deals. Tropical Sky offer bespoke luxury holidays are good prices, and have recently won The Times Best Tour Operator Award.

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