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The Winter weather is on it’s way, and it now seems even harder to get out of bed in the moring. So why put up with it? Pack your bags, because nothing quite beats a winter getaway to a tropical destination. If winter days seem to bring you down, there’s a chance you could have the case of the Winter Blues. Those gloomy rainy days can make you feel tired and stressed, and can make it difficult to wake up in the morning. Lackof direct sunlight can lower levels of melatonin and serotonin which results in carbohydrate craving, weight gain, and sleep disturbance. Even if it’s not fully blown Seasonal Affective Disorder, why not treat yourself, you deserve some fun in the sun!!

Whether it’s a romantic getaway or a family break, Barbados holidays can provide the perfect winter escape. There’s nothing quite like lazing underneath the Caribbean sun on a pristine white sandy beach. However if you’re a bit of a party animal, then Barbados offers more possibilities for a nightlife than the other Caribbean Islands; with a good choice of bars and restaurants. Barbados is definately more commercially developed than the other Carribean Islands, but this doesnt spoil the islands natural beauty. The island of Mauritius also boasts spectacular scenery. Mauritius holidays are great value for money. Situated in the Indian Ocean, the island is blessed with idyllic beaches is a haven for deep sea fishing.

Maldives holidays don’t provide the greatest of nightlife, as the Maldivians don’t drink. However the island makes up for this in abundance with stunning scenery. The island is quite unique and quite stunning to behold; the island is formed by a double chain of twenty-six atolls. There are plenty of activities for waterborne adventurers, with a range of water sports provided.

Dubai is becoming an increasingly popular holiday destination, not just fir Brits but for travelers all over the world. In the last ten years the Emerites state has seen an explosion In wealth due the abundance of fossil fuels in the area. The transformation of Dubai from a dusty outpost to a thriving ultra-modern metropolis was rapid and it has gone from a virtually unknown city to a prime holiday destination. A trip to the middle east makes a great alternative to run-of the mill Mediterranean getaway, but there a few rules to familiarise yourself with before jetting off.

Dubai is located in the United Arab Emerites, which is a state with very strict religious beliefs, these are paired down in big cities like Dubai, but certain rules apply which may seem alien to liberal European tourists taking Dubai holidays. An important part of a trip abroad for many is being able to enjoy an alcoholic drink or two, this is accpeted in Dubai but the locals take a staunch view on larger louts and binge drinkers. For this reason Dubai does not have the same street bar culture employed by Europeans and most of the alcohol consumption happens within the confines of hotel bars.

Dubai also takes a stuffy attitude towards public displays of affection. A British couple were recently pulled up by the law for getting intimate on a beach and were slapped with a hefty fine. Again, use your own judgement, holding hands is acceptable but anything beyond that is heavily frowned upon. Recently rules on dress have been relaxed and women can comfortably walk around in bikinis without being reprimanded. It is best to exercise common sense in Duabi, rules are relaxed here to cater for the recent influx of Western visitors, but the local culture and traditions still very much dominate. Certainly very Different from Cuba holidays or Barbados holidays!

As European holidays increase in price due to the weak pound, UK residents are looking elsewhere for their summer vacations. There are many options besides the Mediterranean favourites like Malaga and the Costa Del Sol, holiday makers have plenty of non-European destinations to pick from. Current favourites are Turkey and Egypt, both giving Brits a lot more bang for their buck. Younger holiday makers are suffering more than others due to their limited budget, the days of cheap lads holidays to the likes of Ibiza and Magaluf are no more, a week in these classic 18-30 destinations can costs upwards of £1000 for a week, the flights and accommodation may be cheap but the spending money needed certainly isn’t!

AAs a result people have turned to their homeland for holiday ideas, the UK has plenty to offer for the older generations, there are thousands of country cottages to stay in rural locations as well as camping and caravan parks and city breaks. You might think that the younger generations would have more trouble finding all inclusive holidays in the UK to suit them. Think again. Newquay in Devon is rapidly becoming a hotspot for those in their teens and twenties to go to for a summer holiday. This usually takes the form of staying in a tent or caravan and going out partying at night.

These short holidays in Newquay seem to be very much following in the format that the U.S has pioneered with it’s ‘spring break’, a pre determined study gap for colleges across America when many take a boozy vacation. Many choose to decamp to sunny beachside locations in the either in the U.S or Mexico, some even go on Barbados holidays. Newquay is almost becoming the Uk equivalent of Cancun, and it seems that your university students have certainly found a way to have fun amid the credit crunch better than us oldies!