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Short City Breaks

Figures show that travelers who prefer making their trips within the UK rather than abroad, tend to journey more frequently but for shorter lengths of time, with the average period of a trip within the UK being just over 3 nights.

Author: Asif Khan
Date: Dec 29, 2009 - 5:32:24 AM

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On a short city break it is important to have fun and fill the short time that you have in the city with excitement. In order to do this, you need to pick the city very carefully, so you know that there is going to be plenty to do and see.

 

After a long and stressful week a short breaks is a great option for a relaxing weekend. A perfectly planned short trip to a neighboring city or even a country close by for a couple of days is not only exciting but refreshing as well. It's a great way to recharge and unwind.

 

Short city breaks packages are offered by various traveling and touring agencies. Europe particularly is a place where every country and every city has its own charm and thus has a continuous flow of short breakers and tourists from different places visiting. Some of the most visited places in Europe are Paris, Brussels, Venice, Berlin, London, Scotland and Rome.

 

Don't let anyone talk you out of your winter city break plans. Just because your friends or your coworkers like to go out into the countryside on holiday doesn't mean you have to. If you're a city person, or you just enjoy being around a lot of people, taking a winter city break might be a much more realistic option for you than going to the country where everything is quiet and relaxing but there isn't anything to do. Not everyone thinks peace and quiet is relaxing, and you aren't obligated to, either.

 

Go where you want to go for your holiday so that you can have a lot of fun and do the kinds of things that you enjoy doing while you're on your relaxing break. See the sights, just keep in mind that the winter break might mean some rainy or snowy weather and some wind, depending on where you happen to travel. Be prepared for the weather and pay attention to the forecast for your holiday area so that you can have the best time possible and the weather won't put a damper on it.

 

There are many ways to take short breaks without having to spend more than you can afford. The first, and probably the one which will save you the most money, is to book for an off-peak time. Holiday companies hike up the prices as soon as the school holidays start due to the huge increase in demand, and you should really only consider booking during the school holiday periods if you want to take school-aged children with you.

 

Venice: The first time that I saw this city I was amazed. That amazement hasn't faded with time. City claims of being Europe's most romantic city break location.

 

Many travel agents can plan weekend itineraries for you that will encompass all the absolute must-visits of Venice. Sure, you may have to make like a text-book tourist and stay on the well-worn paths of millions who have gone before you, but when time is of the essence, you certainly don't want to waste it on studying map books, asking for directions in an unfamiliar language and learning the hard way how not to be taken advantage of. A short break in Venice can be as exhausting and exhilarating as any two-week bus tour through the whole of Europe.

Asif Khan is an online marketing expert for CityVacations, with a particular interest in travel and hotel reviews. Find quality hotels and low cost flights for unforgettable short city breaks around the world. Search for all the latest prices & offers.

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