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Surprise Holiday
lhd2707
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Hi Everyone,
Just wanted to get a bit of advice (see if you guys can think of things that I haven't)
My fianc!e is turning the big 3-0 in a month and I want to surprise him by booking a weeks holiday away.
We've both been so busy with jobs, planning wedding, me with uni stuff that since we got engaged 6 months ago it just feels like it's been a big blur. I though a few days away would be great for the both of us, especially as he never allows himself to relax.
My issue is therefore, where do I book to go? He's never done the beach thing before and know he'd find that by itself quite boring so I've been looking at nice all inclusive hotels that have tennis courts, gyms etc for activities to break up the day. I was initially looking at a hotel in Taba Heights in Egypt, it was 5 star all inclusive and was £420 for the week but now it's gone up to £620 which I wouldn't want to pay on principle. (thomson website) It was called Sofitel Taba Heights. The area looked great because, from there you could do a trip to Jerusalem or Jordan for the day which I know he'd love.
I've also looked at going to Dubai for 5 days but that turned out at £500+ each with no food which isn't bad but with saving for a wedding would prefer if the total cost of the whole holiday with food, any excursions etc came to under £1500. (expedia)
The final deal I found was on the Thomson website again and that was going to a 5 star ultimate all inclusive place in Turkey called the Crystal Hotel and Spa in Antalaya. It was about £630 each but it's a new hotel and had no reviews which made me a bit nervous.
Dates of Travel - Preferably 11th July (or late on the 10th as his bday is the 9th and having a big party)
Duration - 5 days (for dubai type places) - 1 week (for package holidays)
Airports - Best is East Mids as we're only about 20 mins from there but Bham, Doncaster, Manchester, or any London airport would be fine if there's a great deal.
Place - Open to suggestions , although not a Balearic or canary because I know he'd find it boring and too 'brits abroad'.
Budget - Preferably around £500-600 each for all inclusive at a 4-5 star place. As long as I can keep the overall trip to under £1500 incl spending money that'd be great.
Other Question - Is it better if I wait until the week before to book or book now???
I know it's a lot to ask but if you have any suggestions at all they would be gratefully received. I feel like I'm going round and round in circles at the mo!
Cheers
Just wanted to get a bit of advice (see if you guys can think of things that I haven't)
My fianc!e is turning the big 3-0 in a month and I want to surprise him by booking a weeks holiday away.
We've both been so busy with jobs, planning wedding, me with uni stuff that since we got engaged 6 months ago it just feels like it's been a big blur. I though a few days away would be great for the both of us, especially as he never allows himself to relax.
My issue is therefore, where do I book to go? He's never done the beach thing before and know he'd find that by itself quite boring so I've been looking at nice all inclusive hotels that have tennis courts, gyms etc for activities to break up the day. I was initially looking at a hotel in Taba Heights in Egypt, it was 5 star all inclusive and was £420 for the week but now it's gone up to £620 which I wouldn't want to pay on principle. (thomson website) It was called Sofitel Taba Heights. The area looked great because, from there you could do a trip to Jerusalem or Jordan for the day which I know he'd love.
I've also looked at going to Dubai for 5 days but that turned out at £500+ each with no food which isn't bad but with saving for a wedding would prefer if the total cost of the whole holiday with food, any excursions etc came to under £1500. (expedia)
The final deal I found was on the Thomson website again and that was going to a 5 star ultimate all inclusive place in Turkey called the Crystal Hotel and Spa in Antalaya. It was about £630 each but it's a new hotel and had no reviews which made me a bit nervous.
Dates of Travel - Preferably 11th July (or late on the 10th as his bday is the 9th and having a big party)
Duration - 5 days (for dubai type places) - 1 week (for package holidays)
Airports - Best is East Mids as we're only about 20 mins from there but Bham, Doncaster, Manchester, or any London airport would be fine if there's a great deal.
Place - Open to suggestions , although not a Balearic or canary because I know he'd find it boring and too 'brits abroad'.
Budget - Preferably around £500-600 each for all inclusive at a 4-5 star place. As long as I can keep the overall trip to under £1500 incl spending money that'd be great.
Other Question - Is it better if I wait until the week before to book or book now???
I know it's a lot to ask but if you have any suggestions at all they would be gratefully received. I feel like I'm going round and round in circles at the mo!
Cheers
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Try www.holidayhypermarket.co.uk - I booked a holiday from there on Monday to leave on Saturday - they have great last minute deals!
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Ryanair to Venice and explore the city and region
Going Out: 12/07/2011 17:40hrs
East Midlands - Venice Marco Polo Int
Coming Back: 19/07/2011 21:25hrs
Venice Marco Polo Int - East MidlandsPosts are not advice and must not be relied upon.0 -
Thanks,
That's probably the only one I haven't used so far :-)0 -
Ryanair to Venice and explore the city and region
Going Out: 12/07/2011 17:40hrs
East Midlands - Venice Marco Polo Int
Coming Back: 19/07/2011 21:25hrs
Venice Marco Polo Int - East Midlands
Oooooh never thought of Venice. Will take a look :j
I'm so indecisive, I usually ask my boyfriend but can't this time as it's a surprise0 -
thomson, first choice,i think direct holidays(someone might correct me if wrong) are all the same group. i can recommend reef oasis blue bay and spa in sharm , fantastic hotel 24hr all inclusive but not cheap.0
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thomson, first choice,i think direct holidays(someone might correct me if wrong) are all the same group. i can recommend reef oasis blue bay and spa in sharm , fantastic hotel 24hr all inclusive but not cheap.
Strangely enough I had looked at that one.
Would be nice to introduce him to all inclusive as he's never done it, as long as the food's decent he'd be in heaven.
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Just looked at it's coming out around £650 each for the week which isn't terrible for a 5 star0
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Sharm can get to 99.5 deg f in July http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sharm_el-Sheikh#ClimatePosts are not advice and must not be relied upon.0
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Jet2 holidays have
Basic Price:
IncludedShuttle Transfer
IncludedBags x 2
Total Price £ 1,297.60
Accommodation
Louis Colossos Beach
Country: Greece
Region: Rhodes
Resort: Kalithea
Number of rooms: 1
1 x Twin/Double Side Sea View - Sleeps 2 Adults and up to 1 Child
Board Type: All Inclusive
Flights
East Midlands - Rhodes
DepartWed 13 Jul 2011 07:30ArriveWed 13 Jul 2011 13:50
Rhodes - East Midlands
DepartWed 20 Jul 2011 14:50ArriveWed 20 Jul 2011 17:15
Passengers
Adults
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