Holidays on a Budget

In these times of recession it, there’s always the uncomfortable question of whether a holiday is affordable this year as there are other pressing bills to pay. Well, everyone needs a break to recharge the batteries so check out the following and start packing your bags.

India

Ever tried something new and certainly exotic? If your holidays have mainly been a fortnight on the Costa del Sol, you might want to expand your horizon and travel somewhere new. India is a vast country and has the ability to fulfil all of your holiday needs. For a resort holiday head to Goa. It has amazing beaches, temples to visit and the shopping is great – think silver hand crafted jewellery and leather goods at remarkably cheap prices. The accommodation available range from five star beach international beach hotels to Maharaja Tents, complete with four poster beds and en-suite bathrooms.

The beach at Goa is a vast sweeping expanse and the Indian Ocean gently laps the shores. It is a great spot to people watch as Indian families like to walk on the beach, the odd hippie left behind from the seventies will trot along the beach and, of course, the backpackers of the world will also hang out on this very beach

The fresh food available in this part of the world is superb and eating where the locals eat will lead you to the best places in town. Vegetarians are certainly in for a treat as the local food is centred on veggie dishes or fish. Do not rule out India as a destination on a budget – it is a great place to travel and will offer you great value for money.
The Canary Islands have always attracted tourists for the year round weather and the fact that the islands are certainly geared up for traditional tourism. Trying these islands can come as a shock to some – they are fantastic places to see unique natural flora and fauna. The swimming is great and the Canarias cuisine is a treat. Lanzarote has an active volcano and it is as simple as arranging rental car to get to the peak. The black, volcanic landscapes are a world away from the busy beaches in the tourist areas of the island. Combining hikes in the national parks with trips to the local markets and you can have the best of both worlds.

The reason why the Euro stretches far in this part of the world is the tourist industry. Lots of tourists have managed to keep prices down and there are numerous opportunities to bag a bargain. Accommodation is certainly plentiful here and a trawl of the internet will provide you with many options for affordable places to stay. Lanzarote is a place that can entertain the kids (water parks, beaches and volcanoes), parents (great walks, restaurant and beaches), as well as grandparents (entertainment, walks and great trips). If you have never been, then try something new. Lanzarote can fulfil your holiday desires but at a reasonable cost.