If you’re heading to France, whether it’s on a daytrip, a weekend break or a longer holiday, you have various travel options, from cheap flights to driving. However, despite the newer alternatives on the market, many thousands of people still prefer to take the ferry to France. Here are just a few reasons why.
Go where you want, from where you want
There are ferry crossings from right along the south coast of England, from Dover and Folkestone, to Portsmouth, Poole and Plymouth. You can travel to ports all across the north coast of France, from Calais and Boulogne in the east to Le Havre, Cherbourg, St Malo and Roscoff further west. If you’re taking a holiday in Brittany, for example, what could be easier than driving your car onto the ferry at Poole and driving off at St Malo?
When you need the car
If you’re on a family holiday with the children or you’re on a daytrip to stock up on good French wine and beer, you need the car. Unless you want to pay out for a hire car when you arrive in France, the plane’s no good for the family holiday and it’s absolutely hopeless when it comes to bringing back bottles of your favourite French tipple. You could take the car on the train through Channel Tunnel, of course, but that’s pricey.
There’s no doubt about it, when you need to take the car to France, your best bet is a ferry crossing.
Easier on your pocket
Cross-channel ferry services are often the most affordable option on the market. Dover to Calais fares with the car, for £80 return, makes a ferry crossing a real recession buster.
The comfort of the ferry
If you take the train, you spend much of the journey in a tunnel, with little space to move around. On the plane, you’re buckled into your seat. Compare that to the modern comfort of the latest ferry fleets. You can take a walk up on the deck, take in the stunning views from coast to coast, and enjoy the invigorating sea breeze. You can also wander around the ship, have a delicious snack or relax with a drink in one of the on-board restaurants. And don’t forget shopping; no other mode of cross-channel transport offers the kind of duty free shopping that has always been the forte of the ferry.
As one of the most popular destinations amongst UK holidaymakers there are countless choices for the perfect all-inclusive holiday in Gran Canaria. Here are ten reasons why you should book one today.
Budget
One of the big advantages of booking an all-inclusive holiday is that you won’t need to incur too many added expenses while away, so you’ll be able to plan your budget accordingly. Just make sure you have a little extra for those spontaneous day trips and excursions!
Reliability
When booking an all-inclusive resort holiday you can be sure you’re needs will be met and when any issues do arise, you’ll only have to deal with one party who will be fully trained to ensure all your wishes are appropriately tended to.
Weather
When arranging an all-inclusive holiday anywhere you’ll want to be guaranteed great weather to really make the best use of all the facilities in the resort. By choosing a holiday to Gran Canaria, with year round sun and warm temperatures, you’ll be sure to come back golden whichever time of the year you go.
Resorts
The resorts in Gran Canaria boast great facilities, fantastic accommodation, countless activities and gorgeous beaches. What more do you need?
Water sports
Gran Canaria is famous for water sports with both locals and tourists taking part. Sailing and big game fishing are two of the biggest pastimes to be enjoyed in Gran Canaria with other sports such as windsurfing and diving on offer for holidaymakers.
Theme Parks and Attractions
Whether you’re ideal family day out consists of a Wild West theme park, a ride on a roller coaster, a visit to an animal park or a splash at the water park, holidays to the Canary Islands will fulfil your heart’s desire.
Camel Trekking
Fun for all the family; why not join in one of the best attractions to be enjoyed in Gran Canaria? Camel trekking is ideal for those on all-inclusive holidays in Maspalomas.
Las Palmas
Consider taking some time out of the all-inclusive resort to take a trip to the capital of the island, Las Palmas. This cosmopolitan city is home to traditional restaurants, stylish shopping and one of the best beaches on the island.
Nightlife
Gran Canaria offers much for those holidaymakers looking for some fun during the night time hours, with those seeking something a little more alternative than other resorts on the island, advised to head to Playa del Ingles.
Festivals
Festivals are a huge part of the culture of this vibrant island. Holidaymakers making the trip in July can enjoy the annual Jazz festival, those in August the Film Festival with other music festivals to be enjoyed in the winter.
