Holiday on the IOW to save your pocket and the Earth!

Holiday on the IOW to save your pocket and the Earth! With the credit crunch, there has never been a better opportunity to make a visit to the idyllic Isle of Wight, located just a short ferry ride from the South Coast of England, the Isle of Wight appeals to a wide range of visitors, from families seeking a summer getaway, couples looking for a romantic break, to thrill seekers taking advantage of the watersports, the Isle of Wight really does have something for everyone all year round.

What’s more a trip to the Isle of Wight need not cost the earth, quite literally, not only will a holiday on the Isle of Wight be cheaper than travelling across the globe, but the effects this has on the environment is also of great importance. Did you know that the CO2 emissions from a short flight from England to Spain generates in the region of 330kg of CO2 per person based on a full capacity plane, compare this with a trip from the midlands to the Isle of Wight which will produce in the region of 40kg per vehicle, plus if there is a family of four in the vehicle this reduces to only 10kg per person, whilst this may not be a major factor in deciding where to go for your holiday, it may make you give it some more thought as we all need to do our bit to reduce those harmful CO2 gasses. By taking the opportunity to visit some of the fantastic places around the British Isles you can do you bit and have a fantastic holiday along with it.

Everyone is feeling the pinch of the global credit crunch, with increasing costs in terms of oil, electric and food prices, you need not jeopardise your annual holiday, instead take a look at some of the fantastic deals on the Isle of Wight, a weeks holiday in one of the delightful hotels, including your ferry crossing can cost as little as £300 per week for a couple, what’s more a family can enjoy a weeks stay for around £380. Also with being located off the South Coast you can enjoy good weather and take a stroll along one of the beautiful beaches. What’s more the cost of your holiday when you arrive will now be even cheaper than abroad, the current exchange rate against the Euro and the Dollar is at its lowest point for years. This means you get less for your money when you reach your holiday destination, luckily there is no currency to convert or language barrier on the Isle of Wight, however it will feel a million miles away from the Hustle and Bustle of everyday life.

There really could not be a better time to travel to the delightful Isle of Wight, whether you’re planning a summer holiday, weekend break or winter getaway, one thing is for sure, you will be back again and again. So take the opportunity to have a fantastic holiday which won’t cost the earth and visit us at the Isle of Wight soon.