There are more holiday destinations in England than some may think, and it certainly offers a different taste to package beach holidays abroad. So if you are contemplating a change next year, perhaps searching for peace and quiet, then a cottage holiday by the river could be perfect.

Like many other countries England, Scotland and Wales have vast amounts of culture too, and each can benefit from countryside walks, far reaching views, and traditional food. British holidays are often associated with the sea resorts like Brighton, Yarmouth and Cornwall, and if you wanted a truly different type of holiday, then accommodation by a river could be superb.

The Ouse and the Nene benefit from a different type of scenery, and by staying nearby in a small cottage you can be given a truly traditional countryside feel. Make sure you consider a British River Holiday next year if you’re looking for something different.

When people think of a summer holiday, it’s very rare when it doesn’t involve a pool or a beach, but if your holiday does, travelagentsandholidays are issuing you with a checklist.

We’ll start with the sea. Firstly you’re going to need money, sounds weird, but your very unlikely to come across a beach where sun loungers are free, especially across Europe, or if you want to cut cost, just place a towel out on the sand, but it son gets everywhere and it can become a bit of a nuisance.

A Snorkelling kit can be extremely useful, if you want to explore and make the most of the clear waters. Flip-flops, towels, sunglasses, and a camera are all a must, while we also recommend a rubber ring or a lilo, so you can gently float over the bouncing waves. Assuming you’re not holidaying alone, purchase a bat and ball, it can be an extremely addicting holiday activity, and it can also get quite competitive.

Obviously you’re not going to be spending all your time in the water, so a magazine or a book is a must. We recommend this over an electrical device such as an iPad, a phone or an e-book reader, purely because it can get damages.

The pool can be similar to a beach in terms of what to take, but we recommend a volleyball or a beach ball, mainly because at the sea it can begin to float far away, while the pool is more secure, just make sure it stay in the pool, and not on a holiday goers lap.

Corfu is one of Greece’s most popular islands. During the summer, temperatures can be above 40 degrees, but this isn’t the only reason for its popularity, there is a lot to see and do!

Travelling from one side of the island to another doesn’t actually take too long, and from the top to the bottom, it will usually take less than two hours. One vehicle you’re bound to see in Corfu is a quad bike, they really are everywhere. For tourists, they are probably more popular than mopeds. Hiring a quad is cheap and easy, usually around 20 Euros a day, while fuel is reasonable priced too.

The popular beaches such as Issos, will always have sea activities, especially during the peak season. This can include banana boats, flying fish, ringos, boat trips, parasailing and jet skis. Rather than pubs and clubs, there are a great deal of taverns throughout Corfu’s towns and villages. Not to say there aren’t any pubs, but taverns are ideal places to drink and dine in a Greek way.

Corfu town is a must see town, it’s the heart of Corfu. There are two forts; the old and the new, both offer great views of each other, and each is situated at a different ends of Corfu town.

If there is one type of food to try, it’s a Gyros Kebab. Found at most restaurants, they are again popular amongst tourists. The mountains provide fantastic views, and it can be a fun activity to walk up them and past the many olive trees. Just make sure the weather is not too hot. This post offers just a taste of what Corfu offers, so make sure you don’t miss out, and visit Corfu.