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[Mogga]

http://cheapholidaydestinations.blog...nd-ischia.html
Another one from me.
Must be the sunshine here that makes me dream of holidays

[swifty7]

I'd like to go back to Barbados, with Team Fun (aka me, Nim, Lee and Tom)

[csn]

You could do with some hotels in the Maldives! That was where we were going to book for our honeymoon (we've gone with the Caribbean). Main highlight would have to be Conrad Maldives Rangali Island - Restaurants & Bars

Get 3 different rated hotels in the Maldives and I'll have a site ready quicker than you can say 'beaches, clear seas and lots of sun'.

On a more down to earth note, did you say we could submit itineraries with a view building a site? I could probably make another 2 or 3 (cheaper) itineraries but wouldn't have time to build a site similar to Orlando Florida Holiday right now. Is that OK or do I need either a domain or website

[Chris Clarkson]

Originally Posted by csn On a more down to earth note, did you say we could submit itineraries with a view building a site? I could probably make another 2 or 3 (cheaper) itineraries but wouldn't have time to build a site similar to Orlando Florida Holiday right now. Is that OK or do I need either a domain or website

Hi David,

you can submit itineraries without having any website at all. The idea of the Fam Trip is to provide you with information and help you write content, so you can build your site when you get back if you haven't started it already!

Chris C

[dwoodward2]

Hello Chris,

My site is www.SmartSeniorTravel.com. I will be launching a UK version www.smartseniortravel.co.uk in September!

My itinerary:

Depart 25 April 2009 London Heathrow to Rome on British Airways arriving at 17:45

25-27 April: St. Regis Grand Hotel
5 star hotel located within walking distance to many sites. Has recently been completely renovated.

Travel to Naples and Sorrento

28-30 April: Nastro Azzurro - Occhio Marino Resort
4 start hotel with great reviews on many different travel sites. Peaceful and quiet location with great views.

Travel back to Rome

1 May - Cilicia Hotel - 3 Star Hotel located in a quiet, more residential area rich in history. Good reviews and within close proximity to Piazza San Giovanni

2 May - Depart Rome for London Heathrow at 11:55 arriving at 13:35

[Chris Clarkson]

Hi,

nice itinerary! Quite a bit of Italy you'll see there!

Many thanks for your entry and I look forward to seeing the .co.uk version. If there's anything we can do to help give me a shout.

Cheers

Chris C

[Chris Clarkson]

This is your 2 day warning!

You have until the end of the 10th July to complete your fam trip. We have less than 20 entries so far, the odds of winning are still very good!

Stop procrastinating and get planning!

Cheers

Chris C

[tuesday]

Hi Chris .. thanks for this fabulous incentive.

My new site is gradually taking shape at www.FuerteventuraHolidaySun.co.uk

Here's my itinerary for the fam trip draw ..

Depart London Gatwick airport on 24th December, flying to Fuerteventura
Pick up a hire car at the airport and head down to the south of the island for Christmas

24th-27th December – 3 nights
Dunas Paradise Hotel & Villas, Jandia – 4 star
These villas are fairly new and offer ample entertainment within the complex with some fabulous beaches nearby. Gather info on nearby attractions, golf etc to help sell this area as, the majority of units here, and nearby Costa Calma, are higher ticket 4* properties.

Drive to Corralejo via the western side of the island, stopping by to see the American Star shipwreck and passing through La Pared and Pajara.

27th-29th December – 2 nights
Atlantic Garden Resort, Corralejo – 1 star
These apartments look well equipped and will hopefully prove you can still have a great time on a tight budget. Corralejo looks like a lively town, with the benefit of being surrounded by the dunes and beaches.

29th-31st December – 2 nights
Castillo San Jorge Antigua, Caleta de Fuste – 3 star
These apartments promise great views over the sea with an abundance of shops, restaurants and bars nearby. Well positioned for a short trip inland to Antigua and Betancuria and a quick reccy of the neighbouring resort of Nuevo Horizonte.

31st December – Flight back to London Gatwick, just in time for the New year celebrations

Tania

[millionpoundlake]

Hi Uncle Chris,

Here is the competition entry from the Buttercup Holidays team.

All of the team would need to go on this fam trip as we need lots of content for our new family holiday site at Buttercup Holidays . Our team are ‘Wish You Were Here Bob’ – ‘Tom Sun’ – ‘Mr.Cookit’ – ‘Captain Sunshine’ – ‘Dolly Deckchair’ – ‘Billy Greatlates’ – ‘Rolf Kookaburra’ – ‘Plenty O’Rooms’ & last but not least our Car Hire expert ‘Speedy Clarkson’.

Our itinerary:

Leave Manchester - 11th Oct 1215 Arrive Sanford 11th Oct 1635 First Choice Airways

Pick up a car and drive to The Ramada Inn Hotel, International Drive, Orlanda and stay for 2nights (2*)
The Ramada Inn enjoys lakeside views and great views of the Orlando skyline from each room. The hotel is within walking distance of local attractions such as the Universal Theme Parks & Wet n Wild. The hotel is handy for the many shops, restaurants & all the attractions of International Drive.

Drive to The Radisson Resort Hotel in the Kissimmee area and stay for 2 nights (4*)
This hotel offers a range of restaurants and bars to suit all tastes. Adjacent to the hotel lies the Celebration Golf Club, with its 18 hole championship course. The Radisson Resort is located in 20 acres of beautiful tropically landscaped grounds and is just 1.5 miles from the fantastic Walt Disney World Resort

Drive to the Disney All Star Movies resort and stay for 3 nights. (3*)
All rooms at this Disney resort are decorated in the movie-themed style of the hotel. You will never be short of something to do! The close proximity of Walt Disney World means the magic never stops.

Drive back to Orlando Airport
Leave Sanford 18th Oct 1825 Arrive Manchester 19th Oct 0740 First Choice Airways

Happy Hols

‘Wish You Were Here Bob’
Buttercup Holidays

[dgoodchild]

OK, here goes - this is for a site in development w ww.cala-san-vicente.co. uk

Cala San Vicente is a beautiful little village in Majorca, near Pollensa. Beaches so traditional you share them with fishing boats.

Flying from Luton to Palma on 13th August
Stay at the 3 star Simar hotel for 2 nights, overlooking the bay and with a wonderful pool

Stay at the 3 star Don Pedro hotel for 1 night - very family oriented with excellent evening entertainment.

Stay at the 4 star Grupotel Molins Hotel for 4 nights, with it's perfect beach location.

I hope there's a little flexibility on hotel ratings - there's only 3 and 4 star in Cala San Vicente ! It's a great place for families I visited last year - I just didn't get enough tourist-type photos. Need to send a colleague out to get more.

[SunStorm555]

Hi Chris

My website is not finished yet, but I thought I'd upload it early so that I can take part in the incentive.

The website will promote the resort of Zante in Greece. It's my first travel website - this incentive gave me the motivation to get it set up. So, fingers crossed I'll make some sales from it

URL: Zante Holiday


Depart Glasgow Airport 16th May 2009 for Zante Airport

Land and hire a car. Drive to Laganas resort.


16th,17th May: Laganas - 2 nights
The Mediterranean Beach Hotel (5 star)
Hotel offers a traditional Ionian village theme with beautiful, colourful gardens.
Laganas is home to the largest and liveliest resort.The most popular resort of the island owing to the fine sandy beaches and lively nightlife that goes on until dawn.


18th, 19th May: Vassilikos resort - 2 nights
Vasilikos Beach Hotel (3 star)
The Vasilikos Beach Hotel is ideal for all age groups and a perfect holiday destination on the popular island of Zante. Situated between the two sandy beaches, the Vasilikos Hotel Zakynthos is 150 metres from the turquoise blue Ionian sea in the picturesque bay of St. Nicholas. You’ll be spoilt for choice for beaches while holidaying in Vassilikos. The coastline here is beautiful, and there are watersports galore at Banana Beach, Porto Zorro Beach and St Nicholas Beach.


20th, 21st, 22nd May: Vassilikos resort - 3 nights
Golden Bay Hotel (4 star)
With a combination of superior accommodation and a good selection of facilities, this hotel is the perfect choice for those looking for a relaxing beach holiday.
Vassilikos has sand and sea, you can spend relaxing evenings in the handful of tavernas and bars dotted along the coastal road through Vassilikos and in the village of St Nicholas.


23rd May - flight back to Glasgow


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Jonathan

[laurawp]

Hi Chris,

Fab competition, here's my last minute entry!! I've always wanted to visit the Riviera Maya in Mexico so fingers crossed! Website is still in development but will feature at www.RivieraMaya.org.uk

Depart London Gatwick for Cancun on Sunday 21st September

3 nights at the 5* Grand Porto Real Resort and Spa
There’s no better way to start a dream holiday than at the 5* Grand Porto Real Resort and Spa. Located just 30 minutes from the airport and right on the beach front, I’d be heading straight to the sandy coves with a sombrero and magherita to get over the jet lag and contemplate which of the 6 restaurants to dine in that evening!

Positioned just 5 minutes away from the hotel, I’m sure I could drag myself away from the luxurious spa to visit Xcaret Ecopark - a unique theme park where you can experience the real Mexico up close and personal!


2 nights at the 3* Caribbean Paradise Hotel
Located conveniently close to the ferry port and Discovery Jungle park, the Caribbean Paradise Hotel is a perfect base for adventure lovers. I would hop on the ferry to nearby Cozumel island to experience a day snorkeling and diving in the largest coral reef in the northern hemisphere, followed by an adrenaline packed day for all the family exploring Mayan jungle at the Discovery Jungle Theme park.


2 nights at the 4 * Club Tulum Resort Hotel
A trip to the Riviera Maya isn’t complete without a visit to the nearby city of Tulum, stopping to admire the mysterious ancient Mayan ruins. And to end the holiday of a lifetime, I would spend a day at the snorkelers paradise Xel-ha – a breathtaking "natural aquarium" - home to a plethora of dazzling flora, fauna, and marine life.


28th Depart Cancun for London Gatwick


Laura

[Chris Clarkson]

Excellent entries, many thanks.

We'll keep accepting fam trips until midnight tonight, so today is your last chance!

Chris C

[HOmERCIdAL]

Well its my first post so go easy!.

Some really good sites here. I am new to affiliate marketing and Wordpress so I wont even list my new travel site here nor will I give google a laugh at my expense.

Wish I hadn't entered the competition now lol I've got no chance.

Can I ask Tania, if that theme is a Brian Gardener (revolution) Theme?. It really looks fantastic.

Anyway good luck everyone. I am still keeping my fingers crossed as its been almost 5 years since i've been abroad.

Chris

[Chris Clarkson]

Hi Chris,

it's a straight prize draw, so everyone has the same chance of winning (except those who entered more than one fam trip).

Still over 3 hours for everyone leaving it late to enter!

Chris C