Good weather and the recession keeps British holidaymakers at home for 2009
Almost a third of British holidaymakers will be staying in the UK this summer, according to a survey conducted by Travelodge. The number of people choosing to travel abroad has fallen from 33% in 2008 to 27% in 2009. Meanwhile 32% are opting to holiday at UK destinations instead of jumping on a plane, and it might not be such a bad idea. With the recession in full swing people are finding themselves with less money to spare on luxuries like family holidays and are realising that there is an easier, cheaper alternative right on their doorstep.
Travelling abroad, especially with a whole family in tow, is as stressful as it is costly and it seems the time has come for a more aware public to make a few changes. With the met office predicting that we’re finally going to get that gloriously hot summer the UK is so long overdue, it seems as if 2009 is going to be the year of the ‘staycation’. The South West coast and other seaside destinations are the most popular choice as they offer a large selection of entertainment and activities for tourists of all ages.
And UK holidays don’t have to be about quaint little country cottages and tea, destinations like TLH Leisure Resort in Torquay offer a huge range of entertainment, activities and sports for people of all ages from arcade games and swimming to specialist golf or bowls holidays. The prices are affordable and there are some great package deals for families, with the option of supervised activities for kids and teens when parents need a bit of time to themselves. With a variety of family entertainment in the evenings and the ability to tailor your holiday to your interests from swimming to relaxing in the spa to dancing, holidays in the UK can be as much fun as going abroad, at half the cost.
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Dance is the next big thing, why not try a dancing holiday?
For most people, dancing wouldn’t be the first thing they’d think of when asked what they like to do on holiday. Most people go on holiday to get away for a bit and relax by the pool, not to wear themselves out learning new dance moves. But dancing holidays are increasingly popular, and are a great opportunity to do something a bit different, get a good workout and really enjoy yourself while you’re at it.
Not so long ago a lot of people would never have imagined that they might sign up for dance lessons, but things are beginning to change and dance of all types is becoming more and more popular. This is probably in no small part thanks to ‘Strictly Come Dancing’, one of the most widely watched shows on television over the last few years with thousands of viewers tuning in every week. Watching celebrities start with no more dancing skills than you or I become experts in such a short time has inspired people to take on the challenge themselves and demand for dance lessons has risen significantly.
Learning something new like dancing can also be a great activity for family holidays, with kids becoming more enthusiastic about dance after the high profile success of dance groups like ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ winners Diversity and finalists Flawless. TV shows like these have helped to bring dance back into popular culture, so as a fun family activity it will be great fun for everyone, whatever their age.
Another great thing about specialist activity breaks like dancing holidays is that most of the time they don’t cost too much and they save time and money on travel costs as you don’t have to fly or travel abroad. UK leisure resorts like TLH in Torquay offer a range of great deals on their holiday packages including special dancing, golf and bowls holidays as well as loads of family entertainments, games and activities.
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Going on holiday could keep the whole family fit and having fun
The media is full of horror stories about obesity and bad health in children caused by lazy lifestyles, lack of exercise or a bad diet. It might seem like we’re just being guilt tripped, like they’re trying to scare us into doing something about it but it’s a very real issue. The problem is it’s difficult to know what to do about it. Most parents would make changes if they could but are often too busy to do anything about it, or simply haven’t noticed that it could apply to their family.
It can be pretty difficult to convince children that something really is in their best interests if it’s not something they want to do, so getting them to exercise when they’d rather be playing computer games or watching TV can be like getting blood out of stone. But it’s far from being impossible. UK Family holidays at leisure resorts like TLH in Torquay offer a huge range of activities and sports for the whole family that are sure to get kids active and enjoying themselves whilst keeping fit. From swimming pools and fully equipped gyms to tennis courts to tenpin bowling and air hockey, there are loads of activities that will give the whole family a break from the TV and computers, and get you all out there having fun and keeping fit.
As well as active sports there are also lots of other activities and entertainments for all ages, including a kids club and TeenZone where children can get some time away from their parents and meet up with others their own age. While the kids are keeping themselves amused adults can relax in a spa, or take on one of the special themed breaks like golf, bowling and dancing holidays, which are sure to be great fun and help you to keep fit too.
A family holiday at a leisure resort is a brilliant way to make the most of the school summer holidays and do something that the whole family will enjoy. And the best part is that it’s not going to break the bank. Since the recession more and more families are choosing to take the ‘staycation’ option rather than travel abroad, and family destinations within the UK are more popular than ever.
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