Spec me a holiday destination - Page 2

vix · 08-01-2008, 01:54

I love camping, that's why I've never been bothered with abroad, but I fancy a change this year!

I think our other criteria has to be 'affordable' but I didn't bother mentioning that one earlier as what's affordable to one is expensive to another. I haven't got a clue how much this is gonna cost, so if people don't mind giving me ideas that would be great (or it might put me off :/)

Mark · 08-01-2008, 03:06

My parents loved Madeira so much they got a timeshare out there and are now taking me this year. A fair bit of history but like a lot of places in the area tourism is taking over (of course if you can befriend a local then you can experience some of the non-touristy stuff). English doesn't seem to be a problem but like most places learning a few simple phrases will often get results.

Bulgaria was fun and has history by the bucketload but outside the obvious tourist places (and even sometimes in them) you're going to encounter language issues.

lostkat · 08-01-2008, 09:00

Another vote for Rhodes. A really tourist friendly place with lovely, reasonably priced food, great people and tonnes to see, even without the use of a car. Not sure what the weather's like in June, but considering that it's hottest in August, I wouldn't have thought it would be too hot. Rhodes Town is an ideal resort to go to.

Price of holiday largely depends on your board basis. I presume you'd want to go self catering, aren't bothered about staying in a 4 star hotel and go eat out at night? If so, you're looking at around £250-£300 quid each for a week in a 3 star in Rhodes Town, but prices vary massively depending on when you go.. and when you book!

08-01-2008, 01:54	#11
vix Penelope Pitstop Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 4,426	I love camping, that's why I've never been bothered with abroad, but I fancy a change this year! I think our other criteria has to be 'affordable' but I didn't bother mentioning that one earlier as what's affordable to one is expensive to another. I haven't got a clue how much this is gonna cost, so if people don't mind giving me ideas that would be great (or it might put me off :/) __________________

08-01-2008, 09:00	#13
lostkat Good Cat Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 5,550	Another vote for Rhodes. A really tourist friendly place with lovely, reasonably priced food, great people and tonnes to see, even without the use of a car. Not sure what the weather's like in June, but considering that it's hottest in August, I wouldn't have thought it would be too hot. Rhodes Town is an ideal resort to go to. Price of holiday largely depends on your board basis. I presume you'd want to go self catering, aren't bothered about staying in a 4 star hotel and go eat out at night? If so, you're looking at around £250-£300 quid each for a week in a 3 star in Rhodes Town, but prices vary massively depending on when you go.. and when you book! __________________ Oooooh Cecil, what have you done?

08-01-2008, 03:06	#12
Mark Screaming Orgasm Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Newbury Posts: 15,194	My parents loved Madeira so much they got a timeshare out there and are now taking me this year. A fair bit of history but like a lot of places in the area tourism is taking over (of course if you can befriend a local then you can experience some of the non-touristy stuff). English doesn't seem to be a problem but like most places learning a few simple phrases will often get results. Bulgaria was fun and has history by the bucketload but outside the obvious tourist places (and even sometimes in them) you're going to encounter language issues.