Tuesday, 23 August 2016

Our Acorn Adventure Camping Holiday in the Ardèche, France

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The great swimming pool right next to the family village

Where we went

Ardèche, South of France
Saturday 6th – Sunday 14th August 2016
Acorn Family Adventure Holidays
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There’s nothing quite as satisfying as setting your out of office email responder, so late on Friday afternoon, as I set mine, my head is immediately in holiday mode. On the way home from work I nip to my nearest outdoors shop, and purchase a just-in-case mosquito net I’d reserved online that afternoon in a panic. Once home, I finish off my last minute packing and then call to book a taxi to take us to the station for our 8:20am train up to Manchester.

The Journey

Having the option of traveling by coach makes life very easy, leaving us with very little to think about. We grab breakfast when we arrive at Manchester Piccadilly and are among the first to join the coach, along with the Ball family (name check for the mischievous but lovely Regan!).

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The coach journey was a long one, but I loved not having the stress of driving

The hours pass by as I read my way through The Knife of Never Letting Go, enjoying having time to indulge in reading something purely for pleasure. The second pick-up point is Birmingham International, and we are joined by more families including inspirational Sam and her lovely boys, who we get to know well over the course of the week.

The coach has air conditioning, reclining chairs and a toilet on board. I’m relieved that despite the swell in numbers at London, it isn’t full and I take advantage of the extra space, fully reclining my seat so I can get more comfortable. I manage to doze on and off, finding it much easier to sleep on the coach than I ever do when flying long-haul.

As we make another pick up at London Victoria, the coach really starts to fill up, but time passes quickly as we make a brief stop at a service station, before making our way on to Dover for a final pick-up at Dover dockside.

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Mr CWS rocking his ‘adventure hat’ on the evening ferry from Dover to Calais

For those that would prefer to self drive, the holiday does provide the flexibility to do that, so you can choose what’s most convenient for you. I’m hopeless at driving on the other side of the road, so the coach option was a real relief.

The ferry crossing to Calais provides us with the opportunity to stretch our legs, and the beautiful sunset entices us out onto the deck to bid a bracing farewell to Dover, depositing us in France some 90 minutes later.

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The sun setting over Dover, taken from the ferry

Back on the coach we drive through the night, and I’m feeling nostalgic. As a child, my annual family holiday was always spent in the South of France, on the coast in Cap D’agde. So as the coach makes it’s way south, the route we take is a familiar one, evoking fond childhood memories of 3 sisters, rushing to spend our Francs at the service station near Montélimar, in order to buy endless bars of exotic looking Nougat.

At breakfast time, we stop to stretch our legs and to grab a bite to eat. The sun is already blazing in a blue, cloudless sky and croissants and a coffee later, I’m feeling a bit more awake, anticipating the final few hours of the journey.

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The site reception and bar area

As the sun climbs higher in the sky and long stretches of motorway give way to winding rural roads, my mind wanders in that glorious way that only ever happens when I’m on holiday. It’s at this point that I realise with certainty that I’ve left my contact lens at home. I curse my stupidity as I confront the reality that all water activities will now be a slightly more blurry than anticipated experience.

Despite the journey there taking us some 27 hours from leaving our house to arriving on site, we both agree we’d choose the coach option again.

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The campsite and family village

Upon arrival around 1pm, we are welcomed off the coach by some friendly members of staff who proceed to show us to our village and allocate our tents. First impressions are good, and after a drink and a quick tour of the site, we head off to the showers in the hope that clean teeth, a wash and change of clothes will leave us feeling a little more lively.

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The welcome sign in the family camping village we stayed in

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One of the shower and toilet blocks on site

The first thing that strikes me about the tent, is the material. Instead of the normal fabric or canvas that I’m used to, the tents feel more like being inside a small marquee tent as they are made from thick plastic. Clearly selected for ease of upkeep and durability, unfortunately, in the 30+ degree heat, I’m left longing for a tent made from something breathable.

Whilst I hadn’t expected glamping levels of comfort, throughout the week I do find that the lack of storage makes living from my suitcase a little tedious. With no airflow, we find the tent too stifling and unpleasant to use during the day, a minor inconvenience that does not dent our enthusiasm.

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Our tent

The camp beds inside the tent are fine, but I am relieved (and a little smug) to have my hastily purchased mosquito net to hand, as there is no mesh netting on the door and no window in the tent. We sleep soundly.

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The inside of the tent was basic, but we both slept soundly enough

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One of several camping villages

The catering

All meals are taken in the main marquee, and over the course of the week we all seem to stick to the tables we sat on for our first meal. We chat about the day, find out more about each other and we admit to being nicely surprised by the high standard of the food.

Breakfast becomes my least favourite meal, as I don’t eat kids cereal and don’t find fruit alone filling enough. We generally carb-load at breakfast time on holiday, so we are ready for a day of activity, but breakfast doesn’t quite hit the spot for me, whilst Mr CWS who will eat literally anything, is happy enough.

I never go hungry for long though, and despite shunning the usual breakfast Pan Au Chocolate and Pan Au Raisin (why not just a good old Croissant?!), by lunch time, I’m happy. Jacket potato, tuna and salad turns out to be my favourite lunch, though the baguette sandwiches aren’t bad either, though curiously butter free.

Dinner is 3 courses, and include a carafe of Rose on the table each night. Kim and I get lucky as we find ourselves on a table with no other drinkers, so we dutifully guzzle wine down each evening; well we’d hate to see it go to waste. I choose the vegetarian options, and a typical dinner is melon and goats cheese salad with crusty bread, followed by vegetable tagine and cous cous and for desert, tart au citron. It never fails to hit the spot. There’s almost always seconds too, so even those with the heartiest appetites need not go hungry.

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The main marquee where all meals were served

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Our fantastic village manager Helen having  her injured hand dressed by our tent neighbour, the equally fantastic Sam.

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Me sat beside the Ardèche, a few minutes walk from the campsite

The Location

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The stunning Ardèche, a truly breathtaking location

We love that the Acorn Adventure campsite has access to its own beach, and it’s really close; just a couple of minutes walk from the site. Some of the activities such as raft building and kayaking take place there, and give us the opportunity to spend plenty of time in, and on the banks of the river.

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The Ardèche river close to the caving excursion site

As well as the organised activities, we go down to the beach just to swim and towards the end of the holiday, two nights running we lie on the sandy beach watching a meteor shower with some of the other families, who by this point feel more like old friends. A magical memory in itself that will stay with me forever.

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The beach at the Acorn Adventure Ardèche campsite

 

The Activities

Inside the main marquee there is a board, which details our programme of activities for the week. The board also explains what we need for each activity and which activity group we are assigned to. The activity plan up includes raft building, high ropes, caving, kayaking, Mission Impossible, climbing, abseiling and the 2 day kayak trip down the Ardèche, giving us plenty to look forward to.

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The activity board in the family marquee

I’m informed that one of the main reasons many families choose the Ardèche location, is for the 2 day Ardèche decent. A challenging, but highly rewarding 2 day long distance kayak mini-adventure, that includes a night spent sleeping under the stars. I love the water and desperately want to spend as much time paddling down the Ardèche as possible, but following the accident in which I broke my back, I still suffer greatly, and know that with the best will in world, there is no way I can manage it. Instead, we talk to others and find out what they thought.

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Bouyancy aids and helmets laid out ready for kayaking

The day after the kayaking trip there is an excursion/rest day scheduled, so I take the opportunity to talk to life-long adventurous traveler Kim, there with granddaughter Mia. She tells me it was tough, but she really enjoyed it and would do it again. Little Mia says she enjoyed it ‘a bit’ but Kim confirms she was grinning ear from ear the whole time. I talk to mum Steph too, there with her son (a lovely lad we share Pokemon Go stats and sightings with on the coach on the way home), who tells me she also really enjoyed it, though she found it harder than she’d imagined, finishing by telling me how great the river guides had been.

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Me conquering a lifelong fear of heights and absolutely loving the climbing wall and abseiling

With a life long terror of heights and severe vertigo, on the morning our group is scheduled to go climbing, I have no idea why I feel so excited. I’ve attempted to climb once before and failed dismally.

Perhaps it’s the general have-a-go, supportive attitude of everyone there, the reassuring nature of the instructors, or perhaps I’ve taken leave of my senses. Whatever the reason, I find myself raring to have a go. I briefly considering elbowing children out of the way so I could climb first, but think better of it

Turns out I love climbing after all. After scaling one side, I then have another go; tackling the other side and even abseiling down once I’d stopped shaking and instructor Iona has reassured me. And here we come to one of best things about the holiday; it presented me with new experiences that surprised, terrified and delighted – perfect for someone like me who prefers to be active and to try new things.

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Me giving archery another try and this time, not totally sucking!

The highlights of the holiday for me turn out to be kayaking, raft building (which is heaps of fun), archery and climbing. Mr CWS reports enjoying the caving (despite briefly getting stuck), archery and making further steps towards overcoming his fear of open water.

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Mr CWS having a go on the climbing wall

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Kayaking on the Ardèche river with Acorn Adventure

I don’t know if we are particularly lucky with our group, but everyone is happy, friendly and positive. I don’t come across anyone who isn’t smiley and willing to chat, and a few days into the holiday, we feel like a big extended group of friends rather than strangers.

With a grown-up daughter I rarely spend time with kids, and quite aside from feeling irritated as I suspected I might, I’m reminded of the simple joy of seeing kids playing happily; the sound of laughter and I even find I love the general banter and buffoonery of the teenagers in the group – there’s a happy buzz around camp.

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The bridge from Ruoms leading to the road that goes back to the campsite

Exploring the region

When the other families depart for the 2 day Ardèche decent, we make alternative plans. Before leaving the site for the day, we let the kitchen know we’ll be back for dinner, and they are brilliant, ensuring we have a packed lunch so we don’t go hungry.

After a dip in what suddenly becomes our own private pool, we start with a walk into Ruoms, the closest town to the campsite. The walk takes us around 40 minutes, taking us across a narrow bridge with superb views of the river.

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The view from the Ruoms bridge, with Ruoms on the left

Ruoms is delightful. Whilst it’s packed full of boutiques, souivineer shops, kayak rentals and such like, it retains its essentially French feel and is relaxed and welcoming. Unlike many tourist towns, It still has a strong identity. I calculate that roughly every 12th person we pass in the street is clutching at least 1 baguette, which then amuses us for the rest of the day. You’d think we’d never been to France before.

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Going native in Ruoms clutching a baguette whilst strolling through the night market

That evening, along with a small number of other guests who have also not gone on the 2 day decent, we eat in the bar area, and are given an even better dinner than usual, ensuring we still feel looked-after despite choosing to do our own thing.

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The Iconic Ardèche arch, Vallon Pont D’arc made for a great day trip

The next day we’ve planned a full day out. Working out where to get the bus is a success even with our rudimentary language skills, so once again we walk into Ruoms, this time to the far side of town and wait for the bus. We head towards the bigger town of Vallon Pont D’arc where the famous arche of the Ardèche can be found. It’s busy; both the beach and river itself is crammed with sunbathers and kayakers, so we stay there long enough only to take some photographs, before catching the free shuttle bus back into the centre of Vallon and walking around the beautifully atmospheric streets, dipping in and out of shops.

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Wandering around the streets of Vallon Pont D’arc

We end up visiting Vallon Pont D’arc twice during our holiday. The second time we go on a scheduled excursion from the campsite, stopping for a quick picnic lunch on the beach before moving on to visit the fascinating O’rgnac caves.

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We went back to see the arch again on an organised excursion with Acorn

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The impressive Aven d’Orgnac

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Stuffing my face with an ice cream in Ruoms

Parents will love

  1. The beautiful location
  2. Not having to worry about entertaining the kids. No matter what their age, they’ll love it. Whilst most activities are best suited to age 7+ there were families with children from the age of 5 up to 19
  3. Not having to think about food – the food was largely healthy and the evening meal, hearty
  4. Watching their kids overcome their fears and anxieties and then gleefully beating them in the activities that have a competitive edge
  5. The option to travel by coach, which makes for a truly stress-free holiday, reminiscent of school trips
  6. Provision of a full programme of activities to keep kids entertained so they won’t be moaning that they’re bored
  7. Lounging in/by the pool

Kids will love

  1. Having the freedom to make new friends and run around
  2. Watching their parents terror (arising for many from, caving and abseiling,) and beating them in the competitive activities
  3. Messing around in the pool
  4. The instructors who are great with kids, and teach them endless songs (that might drive adults slightly nuts…!)

Our verdict? Incredible value and memories that will last a lifetime.

Don’t go expecting luxury or a glamping experience and do remember that the site usually caters for large school and scout groups. That said, please don’t let that put you off. At around £470pp including all activities, accommodation, food and transport, we felt Acorn genuinely provided excellent value for the money.

The standard of catering was very good, though in that heat, red wine on the dinner tables would probably be a better choice than Rose…. but if the only negative things I can comment on are minor issues like lack of tent storage and the temperature of wine, that’s got to tell you something!

The equipment we used was in good condition, and the staff there all take safety very seriously (a little too seriously for the likes of some of the parents). The staff were all very good at their jobs, and bar one (a river guide on the Ardèche Descent that a couple of people complained about to me, who shall remain nameless), were all friendly and helpful with great attitudes.

Special thinks to Iona who kept me calm at the top of the climbing wall before my abseil down, and Helen who made us laugh and was a general pleasure as our village manager.

If you are thinking of booking, all we can say is DO IT!

You’ll have a family holiday like no other, and shared memories that will last a lifetime. We found our week to be more fulfilling than we’d ever imagined, making the Acorn Ardèche Adventure a superb holiday that we very highly recommend for all fun-loving, adventurous families.

Oh and one last thing…

I LIKE TRAINS!!!! (thanks Freddy).

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Bobbing around in the Ardèche, we didn’t want to get out!

A big thank you to Acorn Family Holidays who invited us to join them in the Ardèche.

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Thursday, 18 August 2016

How to Choose a Tent – Buyers Guide

There are more tent options available than ever, so where should you start?

We’ve all got our favourite brands, and regular campers will be aware of some of the features that set aside the premium brands, but that doesn’t make choosing a new tent any easier, and it’s even harder if you’re new to camping.

So, if you’re purchasing your first tent, or looking to upgrade, we’ve outlined some of the things you’re going to need to factor into your decision making process.

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A ‘weekend’ tent is often smaller and quicker to put up

1) How often will you be using the tent?

If you’re only going to be using your tent for a couple of weekends each summer, you really don’t need to spend a lot.

For instance, by settling for a lower waterproof rating and forgoing a sewn in groundsheet, you’ll find a small budget (£150 or less) will be sufficient.

If you intend on using your tent in all seasons and will be going on multiple trips, you’re going to want to invest in something that bit sturdier and should be looking for a waterproof rating of 4000mm and sewn in groundsheets.

You might also want to consider a canvas or polycotton tent which can be better at regulating the internal temperature.

Consider too that canvas Bell tents and Tipi tents can be used with a wood burning stove; making them great choices for winter camping.

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If you’re camping in autumn or winter you’ll want to choose a tent that’s up to the job

2) Will the new tent be used in bad weather?

For cold weather camping, you’ll want to ensure you have a sewn in ground sheet and as well as a high level of waterproofing. You may also want to consider choosing a tent that’s fast to put up, as pitching in bad weather can be an ordeal, so the quicker you can get set up the better.

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A tent show is a great place to see tents and compare them before you buy

3) How long do you want to spend on set up?

If you’ve got very young miniature people with you, or if you’ll be making frequent short camping trips you won’t want to be spending hours getting the tent up.

As a general rule, the more poles, porches or extensions your tent has, the longer it will take to get set up.

For speed, popup tents and ridge tents are best, but they are generally small and not suitable for family camping.

Consider instead an inflatable tent or bell tent, both of which pitch more quickly than regular pole tents.

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Our Inflatable Airbeam tent goes up in about 15 minutes

4) How many people will be sleeping in the tent?

We always advise you choose a bigger tent than you really need if you’re car camping with the family.

Check out the internal configuration as some will have one large sleeping compartment, others may provide the option of a dividing curtain, others have completely separate sleeping pods at either end of the tent, which is often better for families with teens who want a degree of privacy.

Consider head height of the tent too. A tent you can stand up in makes life SO much easier and will make the tent feel generally more spacious.

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We always go for a tent that sleeps more people than will use it

5) How big is your budget?

This determines the brand, style and size of tent you can go for. Narrow your choice down by deciding on your budget first, and set realistic expectations.

Have a look at what’s available in your price range, and take a look at some of the European tent brands available on Amazon.

Brands like Skandika offer excellent value for money, but aren’t widely known in the UK.

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A small 2 man ridge tent is ideal for backpacking camping trips

6) How will you transport your tent?

Car camping generally means you can choose a bigger tent, as weight and physical size isn’t so restrictive.

Do be careful when buying a tent online. Pack sizes of some large family tents are enormous, so do check the pack size before you buy especially if you have a small car and no roofbox or trailer.

Consider the type of camping you’re going to be doing too. If you’re planning wild camping or multi day hikes, you’ll need a small and easily carried tent.

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Inside a Lotus Belle Tent with plenty of sleeping space for big families

7) How much living space will be needed?

If you’re camping in the UK it’s a good idea to buy a tent that provides a decent sized living area. This will give you somewhere to spend time when it’s raining, and a separate area for adults to use once the kids are tucked up in bed.

Tent Buying Tips

  • Buy a tent at the end of the season in the sales, or choose a model that’s a few seasons old if you’re on a tight budget.
  • Sign up to online newsletters from camping retailers, and you’ll often get special offers and even voucher codes sent to you.
  • Buy a tent that sleeps more than you need it to, the extra space ensures you won’t be living on top of each other.
  • Don’t rule out a tent brand on price alone. A new model tent will always command a premium, but find an older model from the same brand, or wait for a sale, and a brand or model you thought you couldn’t afford, may well fall into your price range.
  • Do you really need a polycotton or inflatable tent? If you’re on a tight budget, a traditional pole tent may be a  more realistic choice.
  • Go to a camping show where you’ll be able to see a large selection of tents all set up.

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Tuesday, 16 August 2016

How to Pick the Perfect Walking Boots

Investing in a decent pair of walking boots is a must for any keen walker. Get it wrong and ill fitting walking boots can prove to be a costly, and uncomfortable mistake. Get it right, and you’ll have a pair of boots that see you through many hundreds of miles of pavement pounding and hill climbing.

Hi-Tec have put together this fab infographic for walkers and hikers, that will help you to pick the perfect walking boots.

How To Pick The Perfect Walking Boots (Hi-Tec Infographic)

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Monday, 15 August 2016

5 Best Camping Recipes by Camping Gurus

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Looking for a bit of meal inspiration for your next camping trip?

Decathlon have put together a list of 5 camping recipes that will have your tummy rumbling! Proving once again, that camp food doesn’t have to be boring and that eating well when camping is easy with a bit of planning.

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See the full article here: 5 Best Camping Recipes by Camping Gurus

 

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Friday, 12 August 2016

Why I Just Booked My Bucket List Holiday of a Lifetime…

We all make plans in life, set ourselves goals and have places we want to see and things we want to do some day. I’m one of life’s butterflies, flitting happily from one thing to another, endlessly fascinated and enthralled and eager to see, do and experience as much as I possibly can.

Whilst this makes life interesting, it can make planning quite a challenge.

For everything that I plan to do, there’s a list as long as my arm of other things I also want to do, and sometimes choosing between them can lead to angst. I tend to get a pervasive feeling bubbling away that leaves me wondering if I made the best/right decision.

Maldives Bucket List HolidaySitting on the beach in the Maldives back in 2009. Hard life eh?



The creeping realisation that I no longer feel immortal

As well as wanting to DO EVERYTHING in life, add to this the fact I’m now over 40 and feel quite frankly, like time is now starting to run out. Whilst I don’t wish to sound dramatic (though I am prone to hyperbole), the feeling isn’t anything new and has become quietly more insistent over the last couple of years; and whilst I didn’t hit 40 and immediately go into meltdown, I do now feel like I’m up on the peak.

I’ve worked hard and I’ve overcome half a lifetime of set-backs to make it up here, and now I’m here, I feel like there’s only so long I can spend admiring the view before I have to begin the inexorable decent down; an obvious metaphor with less than cheery connotations.

As well as making me feel slightly maudlin, it’s made me appreciate just how far I’ve come and it’s also provided a degree of introspection that has lead me to realise that there’s still a whole heap of things I’ve always wanted to see and do, but haven’t got round to doing yet.

Every few years we have a ‘big’ holiday. A couple of years ago that meant returning to Whistler in Canada where we go snowboarding every few years. Buoyed by the urgent sense of mortality that only middle-age can inspire, I started to think a bit bigger and decided “If not now, then when?”

With a budget inflated to accommodate more far-flung locations, there were 4 destinations that immediately made the shortlist.

Zanzibar, Costa Rica, Borneo and the Maldives.

I spent several weeks signing up for deals, researching the areas, looking at the kind of travel options and so on. I ruled some out based on price alone, others based on only having a very limited number of days leave I can use for the trip, and others based on the lack of suitable accommodation options, as we typically dislike large impersonal all-inclusive style hotels that tend to be so prevalent with affordable package deals.

Maldives Bucket List HolidayCute little hermit crab on the beach in the Maldives

The holiday destination shortlist

The list of 4 was whittled down to the Maldives, and I then set about finding a holiday provider. Most of the time we much prefer independent travel, and like to be fairly adventurous in our choices, but this time, the goal was twofold, with relaxation being paramount.

Between my day job and running this blog, it’s meant that for the last year I’ve been working at least 70 hours a week, and it’s got to the point where I am well and truly burnt out. As with our short break to Morocco earlier this year, I just couldn’t be bothered to faff around making my own travel arrangements, and really, from the prices I put together independently for the 3 flights necessary to get there, there was no price benefit to doing it that way.

After deciding to go with a package deal and to simply wait for the right offer within our budget, I then started researching individual islands. My number 1 reason for wanting to visit the Maldives is, as you might expect for the diving (I’ve been before, and it’s simply incredible), but more specifically to see/swim with Manta Rays. So when I found a hotel within our budget (sort of), and found out they had a Manta Ray cleaning station on their house reef I couldn’t quite believe my luck.

Sure I had to compromise on the length of the holiday (just 7 days), but I did upgrade to a beach front villa and sea plane transfers. It all came in over budget, by about 20%, but I checked my finances and figured I could just about manage it. As I looked at the total cost I must admit to feeling a little queasy, while my finger hovered on the mouse as I triple checked the dates and passenger information I’d entered. Then I booked it.

Swimming with Manta Rays in the Maldives…What!!

Swimming with Manta Rays is something that I’ve wanted to do for as long as I can remember and the fact I’d booked, and there was now a good chance I’d get to do that, was just a bit overwhelming. Of course you can never guarantee anything when it comes to nature, but I’m hopeful, and if it doesn’t happen, I’ll settle for the joy of seeing sharks, parrot fish, sting rays, sea turtles and all the other things I know I am guaranteed to see.

Since booking, even though the trip is many months away, I’ve felt a certain sense of serenity. When I think of the outstanding balance still left to pay I do feel a mild sense of panic welling up, but I just think about drinking an endless array of cocktails and obsessively identifying sea life, and I’m just happy and grateful that I’m even in a situation to have been able to book it in the first place.

I’m not sure how I expected to feel after making the booking, perhaps excitement? The sense of serenity that’s settled upon me is certainly unexpected but most welcome.

I’ll be sharing my trip here on the blog next year, and fingers crossed, there will be some pictures and footage of Mata Rays too!

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Tuesday, 9 August 2016

COMPETITION – Win An Avea Flare Mood Light Worth £89.95

We recently wrote a review of the fabulous Avea Flare mood light (see it here), and we are delighted to be able to offer you the chance to win one for yourself!

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