| Approximately 70% of society takes their main holiday | | | | and experience the culture with very little effort |
| between May and September. Not only does this | | | | because it surrounds you. The Comfort Inn in San Juan |
| coincide with children's summer breaks from school, it | | | | offers access to most of the island's activities and |
| also coincides with the more favourable weather in the | | | | facilities so there is no need for transportation. |
| majority of the world's popular vacation destinations. | | | | 6. France - The coasts of France, especially in the |
| There is a lot to be said for taking a summer vacation. | | | | south, are gorgeous in the summer. The sun shines all |
| It is mid-way through the year, and thus a perfect time | | | | day long, but the temperatures are bearable and will |
| slot to recharge even the most rundown of batteries. It | | | | not stop you taking advantage of the wide range of |
| is also equidistant from last and next Christmas, thus | | | | activities available. Scenic tours, walks, boat trips and |
| posing less of a financial problem. | | | | ample shops are available to keep you occupied, and |
| However, the perfect summer getaway is never | | | | the food will tempt your taste buds at first scent! |
| complete without a fantastic hotel and the best | | | | Cannes is one of the best resorts around, and the Inter |
| possible choice of destination. If you fail to pick the | | | | Hotel Des Orangers hotel provides access to all of its |
| place that most satisfies your wants and needs then | | | | main attractions. |
| you may just come back more stressed than you | | | | 7. Singapore - The climate in Singapore is welcoming in |
| were to begin with. So, to try and make your life | | | | the summer because it is not overly humid but remains |
| easier, here are the top 10 summer getaways! | | | | warm enough to enjoy your break. There are many |
| 1. Kenya - If you are looking for a different destination | | | | festivals and events in the region to keep you |
| to try this summer then try Kenya. Everyone should go | | | | occupied and give you just a taste of the culture. The |
| on safari once in a lifetime to be able to fully | | | | food is amazing and the marketplaces are haven for |
| appreciate nature in all of its glory. Of course, there is | | | | shoppers or culture buffs. The Fragrance Hotels |
| something to interest everyone in Kenya, from the fine | | | | provide access to the culture and food at affordable |
| indigenous food to the extraordinary culture. The White | | | | prices so you can spend more on exploring the |
| Sands Resort in Mombassa is the perfect base for | | | | destination itself. |
| exploration and to collapse when you are exhausted | | | | 8. Thailand - The Thai holiday is an extremely popular |
| at the end of each day. | | | | summer option at the moment. You cannot find such |
| 2. Egypt - Egypt is ideal for a summer break. There is | | | | natural beauty anywhere else. The beaches are |
| plenty to see and do in the hot climate, which allows | | | | amazing and the people are generally welcoming. Their |
| you to make the most of any break there. The | | | | easygoing attitude soon rubs off on you so that you |
| pyramids are amazing and well worth the trip, but the | | | | can relax and have fun. Try the Ambassador Hotel in |
| hospitality really stands out because hotels will go out | | | | Bangkok for a luxurious stay or the Deevana Patong |
| of their way to make sure that you enjoy every | | | | Resort in Phuket for the beaches. |
| minute of your summer vacation. The Oasis Hotel in | | | | 9. Portugal - Portugal is warm in the summer and, with |
| Cairo is just one of the many that offers such service, | | | | the sun shining every day, you can feel your spirits lift |
| but the comfort of the rooms is better than most. | | | | as soon as you touch down. You can sunbathe on the |
| 3. Bahamas - A vacation in the Bahamas provides the | | | | beaches, shop in the boutiques, walk around the cities |
| best beach holiday you will ever have. The golden | | | | and take in the historical sites in your own time without |
| sands and clear ocean can bring inner peace to even | | | | feeling rushed. The Duas Torres hotel in Madeira is |
| the most stressed out individual! It can also be a family | | | | worth a look if you want the best the country has to |
| holiday destination because of the amount there is to | | | | offer as far as a combination of beach and activity |
| do on the island. The Nassau Palm Resort is located | | | | goes. |
| right on the ocean and puts the best beaches at your | | | | 10. Maldives - What could be better than spending |
| disposal! | | | | summer in a tropical environment that offers a range |
| 4. Greek Islands - Depending on what constitutes your | | | | of activities for you to try. You can sail, scuba dive in |
| perfect summer holiday, there is a Greek Island for | | | | the Indian Ocean, sunbathe, shop, part, sleep, and dine |
| you! Families can capitalize on the many activities | | | | at world class restaurants. The atmosphere is one of |
| offered, couples can enjoy the fine food and historical | | | | utter leisure, and this is mirrored in the hotels. The |
| sites, and friends can enjoy the nightlife! There is | | | | Hulhule Island Hotel, for example, makes your stay |
| something for everyone in Greece, regardless of what | | | | luxuriously comfortable and panders to your every |
| your interests are. Try Cavalieri Hotel Corfu for a | | | | need without planning your days out for you. |
| comfortable but fun-filled stay! You will never forget | | | | Summer vacations may be the most popular around |
| the name or the place. | | | | but it means that you are spoilt for choice. Decide |
| 5. Puerto Rico - This country has a rich Spanish cultural | | | | what you want, have a look at the range of |
| heritage that has to be experienced. The weather in | | | | destinations and tailor your holiday to suit yourself. |
| summer is fantastic and perfect for strolling round the | | | | Most places will offer a range of activities to please |
| islands heritage and shopping areas. You can | | | | almost everyone, so choose wisely and make the |
| sunbathe, sample some of the finest food in the world | | | | most of your summer break! |