There was a time when a holiday to Egypt was reserved for the super rich, as cheap flights to Egypt didn’t exist. Most of us would have to make do with more local destinations such as Spain and Portugal. However, prices have really decreased over recent years, and Egypt is now well within the price range of most people’s annual summer holiday thanks to the many cheap flights to Egypt, and cheap flights to Sharm el Sheikh.
Sharm el Sheikh is one of the most popular areas of Egypt for tourists because it offers luxury, excitement and relaxation for tourists. When you visit Sharm el Sheikh you will be presented with glorious beaches, five star hotels, wonderful shopping opportunities and some of the best watersports around. At Sharm el Sheikh you can hire a Jet Ski and tour the coastline, or for those looking for diving holidays in Egypt you can explore the underwater of Sharm el Sheikh with some professional scuba diving lessons.
You could also relax on the golden, sun-kissed beaches of Sharm el Sheikh while you watch the more energetic people engage in the watersports. Perhaps you could spend your afternoon sipping on a cocktail, before you venture out into the many shopping areas to pick up some locally produced bargains.
Many people combine their cheap flights to Sharm el Sheikh with a trip across to the Pyramids, for a holiday that involves both culture and luxury.
Lanzarote in the Canary Islands, Spain scores highly as a holiday destination on many points. Its surreal, exotic landscape, endless sunshine and low prices make it a draw all 12 months of the year, and thanks to the large number of ex-pats and sports resorts, cheap flights to Spain are available throughout the year.
Lanzarote flights are available from most major UK airports, and typically take less than five hours. You could feasibly book cheap, last-minute Lanzarote flights and be soaking up the sun the same day. You won’t be alone, even if you set off in the depths of winter. The island is a popular destination for thousands of British travellers every year, who book cheap flights to Lanzarote out-of-season to take advantage of the milder temperatures.
Just off the coast of Africa, this simmering volcanic island attracts year-round sunshine. Even in January and February, the average temperatures are as warm as August in the UK. During the summer months, temperatures reach the high 90s, but this is cooled by the island’s temperate breezes. The balmy climate makes Lanzarote a popular island with ex-pat Brits. They have mainly settled around the resort of Puerto del Carmen, where the bars and restaurants have a particularly British appeal. Despite this, the island is refreshingly unspoilt - resorts like Teguise and San Bartoleme give you a resolutely Canarian welcome.
Sports lovers and athletes take cheap flights to Lanzarote throughout the year; they are lured by the biking tracks, cave dives and surfing opportunities. Tourists come for the Timanfaya volcanic park, or attractions like the stunning Cueva de los Verdes cavern, or the Arabesque town of Haria.
With plenty of high quality, cheap hotels to choose from, the “fair city” of Dublin is ideal for short breaks. With museums, art galleries, concert halls and historic attractions galore – as well as some great pubs and restaurants - a city break in Dublin is the ideal way to enjoy your travel rewards points, and even collect more credit card rewards.
Literary enthusiasts should visit 16th century Trinity College during their city break, where writers like James Joyce and Oscar Wilde studied. Other attractions include the Writers’ Museum, Dublin Castle and the National Museum. Temple Bar bristles with heritage buildings, pubs and clubs, while families on short breaks will find cheap hotels near Phoenix Park – home of historic Dublin Zoo. Dublin has plenty of live entertainment venues should they get bored, and no-one should miss a visit to the Guinness Storehouse – Dublin’s most famous family name.
Did you know that you can get free flights to Dublin if you sign up for Lloyds TSB credit cards before the end of April 2010? So long as you’ve spent £10 or more on the Lloyds TSB Airmiles Duo American Express® Credit Card you get by the end of June, they’ll add a 1,500 Airmiles voucher to your Airmiles account (setting one up for you if you don’t already have one). That’s enough for two free flights to Dublin. To use it, just book a night at an Airmiles hotel when you book your flights – there are some great deals on cheap hotels to be had.
Your travel rewards are perfect for a romantic weekend away in Dublin, and by booking your hotel along with your Airmiles flights you can take advantage of some great hotel deals – and earn credit card rewards at the same time.
