Summer Destination Doubles

When you think of Summer holidays you will think of places like Bali and the Seychelles right? Well, what if we told you that you could get those places just for a lot less money, time spent travelling and hassle. You don’t believe us, do you? Well check out our amazing locations and how similar they are.

Kinross, Lavender fields – Provence, Lavender Fields

Kinross is a small town located just 30 minutes from Erigmore Leisure Park in Perthshire. Kinross is known for its huge number of lavender fields that, every year, when they blossom, produce a sight that attracts people from around the world. This is paired with Provence in France, who, like Kinross, has well-known lavender fields that are a beautiful spectacle.

Tunnels Beach, Ilfracombe – Uluwatu, Bali

When searching for a golden sands beach, Uluwatu in Bali is one of the most famous for it’s fantastic surfs and sheer jaw-dropping rock faces and landscapes, but Tunnels beach in Ilfracombe is an identically beach with hidden coves and tunnels (hence the name).

Little Switzerland, Devon – Switzerland

Switzerland is a country known for its breath-taking scenery, traditional buildings, and its rugged landscapes. But you can get that much closer to home, in Little Switzerland, Devon. The towns of Lynmouth and Lynton are known locally as Little Switzerland due to its similar style buildings and surrounding area.

Te Urewera, New Zealand – River Tay, Perthshire

Te Urewera is well known for its exclusive horseback fishing trips but to save you thousands and travelling half way round the world, the River Tay in Perthshire, is famous worldwide for its quality Salmon fishing and people travel from all over the world to fish in this spectacular River.

Woolacombe Beach – Bondi Beach

One of Britain’s best kept secrets is Woolacombe Beach in North Devon. Commonly compared to Bondi Beach in Australia, Woolacombe Beach, is a hidden gem for miles of golden sands, sky blue seas and a breath-taking cliff top coastline. Meaning you can get that beach holiday a lot closer and cheaper than you think.

Bamburgh Beach - Gulf Coast

When you’re talking about golden beaches with a fantastic backdrop, then look no further than Bamburgh Beach in Northumberland. Famously standing in the background is Bamburgh Castle which was built in the 11th century and the beach is commonly compared to Gulf Beach in Mexico, which in Summer, looks nearly identical with the city backdrop.