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Today, packages that promise cheap holidays have allowed individuals from all walks of life to travel around the world. That is great news for a nation’s tourism. But the influx of tourists also gives people who have malicious, unscrupulous intentions a lot of opportunities to do their nefarious deeds. It’s not only cash that they are after, but also tourist’s; identities.

Identity theft is a much-feared crime because it enables criminals to access one’s privacy. Thankfully, this can easily be avoided. If you are a traveler on cheap holidays to another land, you can protect your privacy by taking heed of these suggestions:

1. Avoid making your vacation plans public. In other words, do not broadcast your vacation plans. The information that you share on social networking sites, forums, and other venues can be seen by the public. Even if you engaged your accounts’ privacy setting, there is always a chance that a hacker can access your accounts. Just think: you would not want to place an “away on vacation” sign on your door while you are away, would you?

2. Check your wallet and remove documents that can compromise your identity in case your wallet is stolen. Such documents include your social security card, credit cards, birth certificate, and others. Put these important documents in a safe location. It is also a good idea to photocopy all remaining documents in your wallet.

3. When you are away for cheap holidays, before leaving your home, ask the post office or a trustworthy neighbor to accept and hold your mail for you. Mailed documents that are placed in an unlocked mailbox can attract identity thieves like honey attracting bees. Furthermore, the pileup can send a signal to potential burglars that no one is at home.

4. If you are bringing your notebook with you and you wish to access the Internet via Wi-Fi, take extra precautions. That’s because many Wi-Fi zones are unsecured and unencrypted. Furthermore, you need to realize that key loggers (malware that can track your keystrokes) may track you.

5. Leave documents that possess personal information in the hotel’s safety deposit box. Don’t leave them unattended in your hotel room.

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When going on Costa Blanca holidays, don’t forget to pack your passport so you can go on international day trips. With mystical Morocco and stylish Nice just a few hours away, you really are spoilt for choice.

If you’re missing everything about Britain when on Spain holidays, then take an excursion to Gibraltar. All the high street shops that you see at home are here in mainland Spain as Gibraltar is owned by the British. As it’s a tax-free colony, you may also get electronics, cigarettes and alcohol a little cheaper here. The Rock of Gibraltar with its famous Barbary apes is well worth exploring but keep an eye on your valuables and foodstuffs as these apes can be very mischievous and thieving.

Stylish places like St Tropez, Nice and Cannes and other interesting places can be found along the 560 miles of French Riviera coastline. Also known as the Côte d’Azur, this stretch of sand and shingle beaches is one of the most glamorous around - and boasts a great nightlife to match with a number of stylish bars, restaurants and hotels. This area is full of trendy and elegant boutiques which attracts the well-heeled tourist.

Andorra is a great day’s excursion as it combines sightseeing, skiing and shopping. Located in the heart of the Pyrenees and only three hour’s drive from busy Barcelona, Andorra is the ideal destination for those that enjoy rambling, trekking and skiing. An added advantage for those tourists on cheap holidays is that Andorra is a tax-haven and the perfect place to pick up a cheap souvenir.

It’s hard to believe you’re only nine miles from Spain when you’re in Morocco and experiencing the souks, snake charmers and the completely different culture. But with a short journey across the Mediterranean you can explore the exotic Tangier in North Africa as part of a fascinating day trip. When you’re here be sure to visit the Kasbah, the mysterious Medina and of course the colourful and noisy bazaars. With spices, carpets and handicrafts for sale, you’ll also enjoy plenty of bartering practice too. Don’t forget to embrace Morocco’s mystical side though by catching a Berber dance or snake charmer show.

Spain holidays would have to largely consist of food, a comfy bed and lots and lots of beach time. However, the country is also home to some of Europe’s most impressive vineyards. Spain is a great excuse to roam the country and tantalise your tastebuds, whether you want to hit it up in Barcelona or chill out on Costa Brava holidays!

Cheap holidays to Spain are actually really easy to coordinate. There’s no need to travel from London airports if you live out in the sticks! Just check flights from your local airports. The cheapest holidays will probably be found in the Rioja region. You’ll be pleased to know that this region is home to an astonishing 500 five hundred wineries – probably just enough to keep you occupied for a week or two of touring . With seven major rivers passing through, the ground is incredibly fertile which not only makes for a good bottle of wine, but also ensures that there will be a good supply of fresh fruits and vegetables to accompany your choice of wine.

Those who feel the need to do a thorough, comprehensive tour should ensure they visit DO Empordà-Costa Brava. The wines made in the area may not be the most well-known but they have been being produced for centuries. Over the 3,000 hectares of land you will find both international and local varieties of grapes which each year, are turned into wines of a very high quality. You won’t be disappointed by Spain holidays. There’s everything here that a wine lover would need to have a good time.

You’d be amazed at just how fun can be had in Spain, even if wine tasting isn’t your cup of tea. Check out Spain’s tourist board for loads of great ideas, it’s a place that you can bring the kids year and year.

There are plenty of holiday destinations out there, but who’s to say you have to go to the same places year in year out. North Africa is growing in popularity, with savvy visitors taking a step off the tourist trail to help make their holiday budget go that little bit further. Take a look below to see some pointers for those looking to book a holiday here.

Check out Tunisia

Often overlooked in favour of its more popular neighbour Egypt, Tunisia is a smart choice for affordable family holidays. You’ll probably be surprised to know that Tunisia is just a four hour flight away, and there are some gorgeous beaches that are just asking for you to come along and have a rest. If you’re looking for a beach to lose your days on, try out Port-El Kantaoui. If you’re more interested in culture and history then maybe Sousse would be more ideal.

Explore Cape Verde

Those in search of cheap package holidays will not be dissapointed by Cape Verde. Here you’ll find beautiful architecture, street carnivals and a nightlife that offers something for all ages and tastes. If you like doing sports on the water, then you should probably take a look at Santa Maria. It’s perfect for watersports and offers a charming backdrop to such activities. Another great place to visit is the harbour town of Midelo. Here, you’ll find incredible yellow fin tuna and marlin which you can enjoy for a ridiculously cheap price! What are you waiting for? Get involved today.

Give Gambia a Go

Africa’s smallest country also offers some of the biggest reasons to choose North Africa for your cheap holidays. It features some of the finest coastlines on the continent and ample opportunities for windsurfing, kayaking and canoeing. Visit the lively markets of Banjul if you’re on the lookout for bargain souvenirs, where you’ll find everything from metalwork to leather goods.

Holidays to the Californian area of San Francisco are a dream to food lovers. The main tourist area in Fisherman’s Wharf houses lots of fun and typically American eateries boasting delicious food. With their cheerful decor and friendly service, holidaymakers will be in their element. Or, why not venture a little further and try the city’s other cuisines of traditional Italian or authentic Chinese.

By day, if you fancy a light snack on the go, check out the traditional clam chowder served in a bread roll Considered something of a speciality in the area, you can’t leave the area without sampling it. With so many cheap holiday deals available here, you can enjoy the more up market restaurants and enjoy a spot of fine dining. If you fancy a sit-down meal, head to Fisherman’s Grotto, which opened in 1935 as the first sit-down restaurant on Fisherman’s Wharf. Fish is firmly on the menu here where you can chow down on Dungeness crab and clam chowder or sample some fine halibut or salmon, which are all served with sourdough bread. If you want to enjoy beautiful views of the city’s famous landmarks including the Golden Gate Bridge, request an outdoors table.

Pier 39 is home to the famous Fisherman’s Wharf, a favourite with tourists young and old. As well as the classics such as Hard Rock Cafe, the Bubba Gum Shrimp Co is here too. The extensive menu at Bubba Gump is loved by all, with favourites being the shrimp fajitas and mahi mahi.

In The Ferry Building Market Place (number one), a fair walk from Pier 39, you’ll find the Hog Island Oyster Co eatery. From fresh oysters to organic salads to their very own selection of Manila clams, which they raise themselves at their farm on Tomales Bay, the choice is great. If you don’t fancy oysters, but want to dine in this beautiful restaurant on the bay, their grilled cheese sandwich is absolutely delicious, and best when dipped in the clam chowder. Various beers, wines and sparkling wines are also available, at reasonable prices, great if you’re looking for cheap holidays

People use the nine London rail stations to go to any part of the United Kingdom for meetings and for holidays. The biggest decade for station building was 1840 and most London stations were designed around this time. This was at the peak of The Industrial Revolution when Britain led the world.

The man responsible for the ‘Great Eastern’ steamship Isambard Kingdom Brunel, also designed Paddington station with help from Matthew Digby Wyatt. Brunel was a great advocate of the railway and was instrumental in the development of Britain’s rail network. The wrought iron and glass roof aroused considerable interest when Paddington station opened in 1854 after two years of construction. The tourist attractions of Little Venice and Portobello Road for those on cheap holidays are near Paddington.

St Pancras stands between the British Library, Kings Cross station and Regent’s Canal. Yorkshire and the East Midlands were now accessible from London when St Pancras opened in 1868. Completely renovated in the 2000s at a cost of £800 million, although in the 1960s it was scheduled for demolition. Built between 1864-1868 by William Barlow, a famous Victorian engineer. At the time, the elliptical roof was the largest such structure in the world. Sir John Betjeman, the former Poet Laureate and the man responsible for saving the station from demolition is depicted in a bronze statue above the Arcade concourse.

Victoria Station was opened on the 1st. October 1860. Two years after opening there were problems with congestion due to the popularity of the station. To overcome these, Grosvenor Bridge was widened in 1863. In 1898, plans were made to demolish the station and replace it with an enlarged Renaissance-style building, designed by Alfred W Blomfield. Popular with tourists on cheap holiday deals, Victoria station is near Buckingham Palace and St James’s Park

Tourists flock back to Sunny Beach, the largest beach resort in Bulgaria, every summer and there are many reasons why. It’s no surprise that people looking for fantastic cheap holidays head to Sunny Beach, due to the golden sandy beach, clear and calm waters and the wonderful weather. You’ll also be able to enhance your experience even further from this resort, as there is a range of fun day trips available.

A great way to escape the resort for a day and all of its bustling all inclusive hotels and cafes is to head to the nearby town of Nessebur. Just 3km away, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is the perfect way to spend an afternoon to get a real taste of what Bulgarian life is like. Saunter through the cobbled streets in one of Bulgaria’s oldest towns, or explore the ancient fortress walls and medieval churches.

Sofia is the nation’s capital and makes for another great day trip away from Sunny Beach. The overnight journey guarantees you will see all of the sights including the historical Rila Monastery in Plovdiv. You’ll be able to explore the St Alexander Nevsky Memorial Church as you arrive in Sofia on your second day, as well as all of the other major sights there.

A popular choice for people enjoying holiday deals in Sunny Beach is a visit to Varna, which is just up the coast. Home to a variety of fascinating museums, galleries and theatres, Varna is the major port in Bulgaria and there is even a Dolphinarium there, which is sure to entertain the kids. 

The beautiful Golden Sands Resort is just a little further north of Varna. A dip in the sea here will leave you feeling invigorated, as the water has many healing qualities due to its thermal mineral springs. The resort also boasts a variety of charming street-side cafés, bars and restaurants.

Film tourism has really taken of lately. The film tourist plans their holiday around visiting the locations of some of their favourite movies. The Mediterranean is an important area for this type of traveller despite the fact that it was already a popular destination with holidaymakers due to its warm climate and sandy beaches.  

The Costa Almeria region of Spain has been the location of over 400 movies. The region is also easily accessible and has a thriving tourism industry, so there are many holiday deals to be found.The region is home to Tabernas (Europe’s only desert) and an area made famous by Sergio Leone and his spaghetti westerns of the 1960s.Tabernas was the filming location for the Clint Eastwood triology ‘For a Fistful of Dollars’, ‘For a Few Dollars More’ and ‘The Good, The Bad and The Ugly’.

For film tourists who are specifically interested in science fiction movies, Tunisia is the destination of choice in the Mediterranean.  No less than four of the Star Wars movies have scenes that were shot in Tunisia.  The exposure in these huge international movie hits has created a large industry of film tourism in Tunisia. Thanks to the popular resorts along the Mediterranean Coastline and the abundance of film tourism, Tunisia is considered an attractive destination for film tourists seeking cheap holidays.

Tunisia is actually the destination of Luke Skywalker’s home planet of Tatooine in ‘Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope’.  The landscapes of this fictional desert planet are actually part of Chott El Jerid, a huge salt flat stretching across central Tunisia.  Lucas would return to the region in later episodes ‘The Phantom Menace’ and ‘Attack of The Clones’.  Other notable films shot in Tunisia include ‘The English Patient’, ‘Monty Python’s Life of Brian’ and ‘Raiders of The Lost Ark’. Tunisia has a fine selection of all inclusive hotels and is therefore well worth a visit on any movie fan’s travels. 

Thousands of people travel on package holidays to the clubs in Ibiza, the headquarters of dance music. Tourists flock here to feed on the atmosphere of thousands of clubbers partying hard to the latest dance anthems. Amnesia, Space, Privilege, Pacha and Eden are the 5 biggest clubs on the island, but there are lots of smaller venues specialising in different musical genres.

Between San Antonio and Ibiza Town on either side of the main highway are Amnesia and Privilege. The oldest club on the island is Amnesia is always full and its reputation worldwide always ensures that clubbers, here on cheap holidays, have it on their list of places to go. Dancers will be soaked by the ice cannons, which can erupt at any time, and the foam parties are one of the main attractions here.

Privilege is in the Guinness Book of Records as the biggest club in the world and on any night, it can hold 10,000 clubbers comfortably. At the centre of its main room is a massive swimming pool, with the DJ playing. As the sun rises, it is tradition that everyone jumps into the pool.

Opening its doors 7 nights a week for 22 hours per day, ‘Space’ is right next to the Water Park at Playa d’en Bossa. Ambient sounds play on the massive terrace, whilst in the main room, house music predominates. The two rooms, Terraza and Discoteca now have stunning visuals and crystal clear sounds after some refurbishment. The flight path of planes landing at the airport goes right over the top of the club.

Next to another club, Es Paradis, you’ll find ‘Eden’ right in the middle of San Antonio. With advice from DJs Pete Tong and Judge Jules, this new ’super’ club has been extensively refurbished. It now has 15 bars, a restaurant, sushi bar, shop and open-air terraces overlooking Ibiza Town. Professional dancers do 15 minute dance stints on their podiums and the 4 dance areas attract many tourists on their holidays.

If you want to ensure that you find Cheap holidays to the Mediterranean make sure that you plan your holiday way ahead of the spring rush. If you are on the hunt for a sunny skydiving adventure, nab one of those late deals and make your plans for a sea, sand and sky extravaganza a reality. It doesn’t matter if you’re a begininer or a pro, the Mediterranean coastline is an epic place to learn or develop your skydiving skills. 

Hover over Turkey for a Lifechanging Experience

Holidays to Turkey are not tricky to find and with all the culture, sun and skydiving on offer, it would be madness to miss out. For skydiving training and courses, head to Izmir, as it’s the perfect place to learn how to do the perfect jump. You’ll find out everything you need to know here before plummeting through the sky. Opt for a tandem jump for your first crash-course in terror or sign up for the full Accelerated Freefall course to become an expert within seven short jumps. When your inner adrenaline junkie is satisfied, you can even take to the beach and top up that tan. If you aren’t such an old hand, get your kicks from a tandem dive or sign up for skydiving school and snatch a taste of the solo freefalling dream.

Learn how to Skydive in Spain

Sun-loving daredevils booking package holidays in Valencia will be drawn to the skydiving school in Castellon de la Plana, only an hour up the coast. The school’s remarkable drop zone is located on the shores of the Mediterranean, affording stunning views over land and sea as you first hurtle through the air and then float gently to the ground. If you are a newbie, take the tandem approach or tear yourself away from the waves for four days and book in for an Accelerated Freefall course to really explore the air’s potential.