Yet another report has been published to tell us that we would be better off money wise holidaying in Bulgaria then in Brighton!  Other hotspots such as Cyprus and Turkey work out cheaper then Brighton for a family of four.

The report is compiled by Tesco Travel Money.  Whilst we have not checked this, they claim that a week in Sofia would cost around £1,250; the cost in Brighton would be over £2,000.  Turkey, Cyprus, Budapest and Warsaw were also cheaper then Brighton.

We would welcome feedback from our community.

The time is about right for travelling to the Caribbean; winter is over, the kids have gone back to school and the rainy season has yet to come, warm days and empty beaches. Perfect!  No So!  With confidence returning in the travel trade, it seems that does not apply to the Caribbean.  Bookings to Jamaica have dropped sharply not only for the recession but also because of the gun battles reported in the news recently (2010). 

This has had an impact on the entire area as people cannot differentiate islands and the Caribbean.   As well as the Americans staying away, reports from Barbados, a firm British favourite, suggest empty resorts as well. 

Does this mean bargains?  Of course!