Camping holidays - Good for the Environment - Easy on the Budget

Camping holidays are a popular option for the environment- and budget-conscious holidaymaker and a family camping holiday gives everyone the chance to get close to nature and really explore the outdoors.



Many campsites offer the option of tenting, mobile homes or chalet accommodation, as well as activities and children's clubs so holidaymakers can enjoy some home comforts while having a break from city life on their camping holiday.

France is a perennial favourite for camping holidays, being easily accessible with thousands of well-equipped campsites. The Vendee region, Gascony, the Dordogne and Brittany are all fantastic destinations for a camping holiday. Find more camping holiday information and some great deals on camping holidays with findacampsite4me.com.

UK Camping Holidays on the Agenda for 2010

Many consumers may choose to holiday at home this year, instead of venturing abroad. This is according to UK camping holidays operator Bourne Leisure Ltd, which operates campsites across Britain. The group has already reported an increase in bookings for the year ahead and is expecting the 2010 season to be its busiest ever.

2009 was a record year for the British tourist industry and this is a trend which looks set to continue into 2010. This can be attributed to a number of factors, including Met Office predictions of one of the warmest summers on record, the credit crunch and the rising price of the Euro, which meant that UK camping holidays became more attractive than ever.



Bourne Leisure operates 22 campsites in prime locations across the UK, all of which offer a great base for exploring nearby beaches, resorts and countryside. These are ideal for those who want to travel with their own caravan, whilst enjoying a range of facilities and amenities such as pool complexes, sports activities, kid's clubs and day and evening entertainment. A spokesperson for the company commented:

"Last year, millions of people decided to stay at home, rather than travel abroad for their holidays. This allowed them to see that the UK has plenty to offer in terms of the quality of its attractions and facilities. Not only that, but the substantial cost savings which are to be had from holidaying in Britain makes it an increasingly popular option, particularly with the credit crunch still affecting most consumers."

Early indications are that 2010 will be our busiest season ever, so much so that we are investing significantly in upgrading and improving facilities across our UK campsites to ensure that we offer the very best holiday experience for our customers."

Enjoy a stylish safari

GO wild in France, Italy, Spain and Switzerland as Eurocamp adds more safari tents in 2010.



The tents will be available at parcs in Spain's Costa Brava, the Italian Lakes and Lauterbrunnen in Switzerland.

They will also be in an additional nine parcs in France in the Dordogne, Languedoc, Loire, Normandy, Riviera, Vendée and Vosges.

The super-stylish safari tents consist of two bedrooms, double master room and a twin, plus kitchen area and decked terrace.

Camping holidays are Brits' new favourite

Nearly twice as many British holidaymakers are considering a camping holiday this summer as the credit crunch forces people to cut back on expensive holidays.



New research shows camping is getting more popular, with 30% of people considering a "staycation" (camping holiday at home) this summer, compared to just 17% last year.

The survey from travel insurer LV also suggests that campers plan to spend an average of £450 on their trip and cost is the primary motivator for choosing a camping holiday at home rather than going abroad.



The most popular destinations for campers in the UK are Cornwall, where 15% are planning to go, followed by the Lake District and Devon.

Eurocamp, one of the three biggest camping holiday companies in Europe, has for the first time in 15 years returned to the English countryside. This summer, it will offer tents at nine National Trust locations including the New Forest, Scotland and the Lake District.