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Newquay’s top family friendly hotel on Cornwall’s North Coast: refurbished for 2012 to provide something for all the family.

Saturday, April 23rd, 2011

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UrlaubCornwall visited the newly refurbished Sands Resort near Newquay, one of Cornwall’s most popular towns and famous as the surfing capital of Great Britain. Located on the outskirts of the town and enjoying dramatic sea views, the Sands Resort hotel provides fantastic value for money holidays with children in England’s most popular destination. A modern Cornish seaside style gives it a relaxed and modern feel, with a level of comfort you might expect to find in a more expensive hotel.

Sands Resort Hotel, Newquay

Sands Resort Hotel, Newquay

Most of the newly refurbished family rooms are suites with a separate sleeping area for children. There is plenty of space for children to play whilst you get ready for the day. Each room has a TV, DVD and also a fridge, kettle and a baby listening service is available. For larger groups there are 2 or 3 bed roomed apartments equipped with a fridge, Playstation and free internet.

Activities are available for all the family, both inside and out, which means you won’t waste any of your holidays no matter what the weather. There are tennis courts, a 9 hole golf course, basket ball, swimming pools and a brand new gym with all the latest cardio machines.

Sands Resort Hotel, Newquay

Sands Resort Hotel, Newquay

The emphasis is always on providing an environment for fun for children, but not at the expense of leaving some quiet time for parents. Families can choose adults only dining in the restaurant after high tea for the younger ones or  you can all eat together  during family dining in the restaurant.

For a family with children looking to find a hotel in Cornwall which offers real value for money with style the Sands Resort is the perfect choice.

Für weitere Informationen und um Verfügbarkeit zu prüfen, besuchen Sie die Webseite des Sands Resort Hotel.

National Maritime Museum Cornwall: the essential attraction in Falmouth for your holiday in Cornwall in 2012

Monday, April 18th, 2011

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Discover the bravest people at sea today in the Search and Rescue exhibit at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall in Falmouth.

UrlaubCornwall visited the museum to see its most impressive exhibition ever, with an incredible insight into saving lives at sea.

Climb aboard a Sea King helicopter, explore a RNLI lifeboat and revisit the stories of how rescue teams have fought wild weather conditions to bring people home safely.

Sea King Helicopter, National Maritime Museum, Falmouth, Cornwalll

Sea King Helicopter

The Maritime Museum offers plenty of other things to see and do amongst its 15 galleries on 5 floors. The museum is a celebration of the past, present and future of seafaring, which has played such an important role in Cornish and British history.

The majestic sight of boats from every era in the main hall, the hands on activity centre and the underwater Tidal Zone make the National Maritime Museum a great family attraction for any holiday in Cornwall.

National Maritime Museum, Falmouth, Cornwall

National Maritime Museum, Falmouth, Cornwall

The 2012 BC exhibition takes you back to the Bronze Age, with a reconstruction of a prehistoric boat and rare artefacts found nowhere else in England.

Then you can see an official Olympic display showing the modern boats at the cutting edge of sailing, which will be competing at the London Olympics in summer 2012.

2012 prices:

Adults £10.50, Children (0-5) free, (6-15) £7.20, Senior (60+) £8.50, Family (2 adults and up to 3 children) £29.50. Groups receive discount on groups of 10+

Open daily 10am-5pm, seven days a week.

Pay once and get in FREE for a full 12 months!

For more information have a look at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall website.

A ski resort style surfing holiday on one of Britain’s best beaches – The Watergate Bay Hotel and Extreme Academy.

Saturday, April 16th, 2011

Watergate Bay is in a picturesque location between Newquay and Padstow on Cornwall’s North Coast. You may recognise the stunning scenery from several Rosamunde Pilcher programmes, including her most famous – Die Muschelsucher.

Watergate Bay Hotel near Newquay and Padstow

Watergate Bay Hotel

Whether you are have the cosy charm of the converted railway house or the panoramic views from the Ocean View Wing, each room is stylishly furnished with comfort and practicality a priority.

Hotel at Watergate Bay

A seaview room at Watergate Bay

Watergate Bay has some of the best dining options in Cornwall. With 4 restaurants to try, there is something for every taste. Fifteen Cornwall, founded by Jamie Oliver, turns fresh local ingredients into classic Italian dishes. The 5 course evening taster menu is a real treat.

Within the hotel, the Brasserie offers exceptional modern Cornish dinners, while the Living Space has relaxed all day dining with great views of the waves rolling onto the sand. Down by the beach is the popular Beach Hut. With everything from light snacks to a generous fish pie, the Beach Hut is a great pit stop after a couple of hours in the sea.

Watergate Bay Restaurant

The Beach Hut restaurant

The Extreme Academy is where you can hire surf boards and wetsuits and expert instructors available for surfing and kitesurfing lessons. For absolute beginners or water sport veterans the Extreme Academy is able to keep you entertained and challenged.

A full redevelopment of Watergate Bay will be ready for summer 2012, with a huge pool, Wellness centre and sea view terrace completing this wonderful beach holiday destination.

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The Padstow to Rock evening water taxi service opens for Summer 2012

Wednesday, April 13th, 2011

The popular taxi boat service has started service for another summer, helping people enjoy both Rock and Padstow on their holiday on the north coast of Cornwall.

Rock to Padstow Water Taxi, St Enodoc Hotel

Rock Water Taxi

Every evening, from March to the end of October, the boat takes visitors from one side of the Camel Estuary to the other so they can try the selection of restaurants on both sides of the river.

The boat runs between Rock and Padstow from about 7 until midnight, giving you plenty of time in whichever village you are visiting. There is no need to book, as the boat will be making the short journey regularly for the whole evening.

St Enodoc Hotel Room in Rock near Padstow

St Enodoc Hotel Room

The Rock Water Taxi is ideal if you are staying at the St. Enodoc Hotel in Rock and want to try out some of the many restaurants available in Padstow. Whether it’s Rick Stein’s famous Seafood Restaurant or some Italian cuisine at Rojanos, there is plenty to choose from. Then when you have eaten, stroll back to the harbour to get the next boat back to St. Enodoc’s.

St Enodoc is a classic seaside hotel offering a comfortable and stylish holiday in one of Cornwall’s most desirable locations.

Für weitere Informationen und um Verfügbarkeit zu prüfen, besuchen Sie die Webseite des St Enodoc Hotel und Restaurant

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