Rock climbing in the Pyrenees for beginners. Image: Flickr/ Tourisme Grand Tourmalet

Vast peaks tower above stunning green valleys and crystal clear glacial streams, and picture-perfect alpine villages dot the countryside. Views don’t get a lot better than this and what better way to enjoy them than from up high?

Perhaps this explains why the Pyrenees are a climbing hot spot? Still, it’s not exclusively for experts and hardened climbers; there are great routes for novices to enjoy, too.

Thousands of fit and healthy folks hit the rock face over the spring and summer months, testing their minds and bodies to the limit. The Pyrenees really does provide incredible climbing options for experienced climbers and beginners alike.

All this natural beauty doesn’t come cheap but it’s definitely worth the money. This is one of the most unspoiled mountain ranges in Europe and is the ideal place to learn to climb.

If you need to raise some extra cash to get to the Pyrenees, selling unwanted DVDs and CDs is a great way of raising a little extra income. Even old phones can raise some much-needed dosh to get you out there on the mountain. Think to yourself, “When I upgrade, what if I was to sell my iPhone?” I don’t think you’d miss it. Why leave it catching dust when you could be out there catching clouds…

Work your way up. Image: Flickr/ manuel | MC

For those just starting out and getting to grips with the basics, bouldering at Targasonne is a great place to build your confidence. Start small and gradually work your way up to some of the larger stones.

There are plenty of slabs, walls and overhangs here to get to grips with. And grip is definitely the key on these sturdy granite surfaces. Don’t be put off by the fact that locals know the site near the town of Fort Romeu as ‘the chaos’, it’s really just a name.

You might also like to try the nearby Via Ferrata (translated from Italian as Iron Road), a route built into the rockface complete with ladders, steps and cables. This is a great place to get stuck in and build confidence before taking on some of the trickier climbs.

There are other scrambling routes in the range suitable for beginners. At 798 metres high, the Cavall Verd is no mere foothill and will involve a fair amount of hiking and scrambling to reach the summit. The Malla del Llop South Ridge offers stunning views of the Malla Canal and Nevera (ice pit) and, at 1360 metres high, is an invigorating days hike and climb.

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Maui, one of the world's best windsurfing spots. Image: Flickr/ LipBomb

Having noticed the craze for surfing springing up around the country (all sound-tracked by the emerging surf rock sounds of The Beach Boys and their ilk) he decided to create a similar pastime for those who lived in inland areas.

If you didn’t have access to huge surf, you could book a hostel nearby and still take to the water on your board to experience the rush.

Windsurfing in the US

The sport grew rapidly and by 1984 had been added to the Olympic roster, giving it a more official status.

With an estimated 1.2 million windsurfers in the US today, and it being the home of this exhilarating sport, we thought it fit to give you a run down of the top five windsurfing spots in the US.

So, have a look at our list below, book your accommodation and set sail (taking the plane is probably easier though) for some of the world’s best windsurfing action.

San Francisco Bay, California

Windsurfing in the iconic ‘Frisco Bay just has to be experienced. With a stunning shoreline and reliable wind, this should be near the top of any windsurfer’s list of ideal destinations. It’s the home of loads of great competitions and when you’re done on the water for the day, the legendary nightlife offers plenty to keep you entertained.

Merritt Island, Florida

Its location right on the gulf means there are some big gusts and spectacular water to surf here on the east coast. There’s a really chilled out vibe too, which when combined with the near perfect conditions, makes this a windsurfer’s paradise not to be missed.

Windsurfing on Lake Michigan. Image: Flickr/ Upsilon Andromedae

Lake Michigan, Illinois

Seeing as the sport was invented inland, it seems only fitting to include a non-coastal destination. One of the Great Lakes, this huge body of water is battered by big winds and almost feels like an ocean. In the summer months the temperature gets right up there, creating great conditions for hitting the water. Then head into metropolitan Chicago for the evening to enjoy some top nightlife.

Maui, Hawaii

There are plenty of reasons to go to Hawaii. The fact that it’s one of the most beautiful places on earth is definitely one of them. The fact it’s American soil and comes with all the excitement and convenience that offers is another. But you might not know that the island of Maui is also one of the world’s best windsurfing spots. Just be careful though, because once you are there you might never want to leave.

South Padre Island, Texas

Famed for its beautiful beaches and great weather, this southern US destination makes for some great windsurfing. When you’re not on your board (which won’t be often) you can also enjoy some great kayaking and jet skiing.

So, don’t just sit there web surfing, windsurfing is definitely a lot more fun.

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Winter sun, plenty of it if you look for it. Pic: Flickr/ arturodonate

With the prospect of another wet and windy summer ahead, it’s not surprising that millions of us are trying to book a break somewhere a little bit more clement.

Whether it’s just a beach holiday in the sun or a more adventurous break, a little bit of warmth would be nice. Yet, for those of you who love wakeboarding enough, there are some really great winter wakeboarding destinations to try.

Raise a bit of extra cash by selling stuff online or put in a few hours overtime and book yourself up for a week or two. It really will do you the world of good.

There are places where the sun definitely has got his hat on and comes out to play on a daily basis.

Dok Krai Lake, Thailand

If you’re looking for something really exotic, then head to Thailand and enrol at wakeboarding camp on Dok Krai Lake. At eleven kilometres long, this is the biggest lake in Thailand and a great place for beginners to learn the basics or for experienced riders to show off what they’ve got.

Lake Como, Italy

A little closer to home but no less salubrious is Lake Como in Italy. Surrounded by spectacular mountains and verdant forests, this is one of Europe’s top beauty spots and ideal for riding on some warmer water.

George Clooney even has a house here, which might give you some idea of what kind of place we’re talking about.

If you really want to escape the winter blues then heading off to a desert is about as far removed from chilly Britain as you can get!

Lake Tahoe, US

The US state of Nevada is home to Las Vegas but also the incredibly beautiful Lake Tahoe. Ok, so not all of Nevada is desert, as the stunning mountain backdrop of the Sierra Nevada will show you. But the stunning blue waters of the lake and almost guaranteed sunshine make this a perfect place for a winter break.

Wherever you go, make sure the sun is shining and the riding is good. It certainly beats staying back home freezing your unmentionables off doesn’t it?

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Europe, so many rivers to raft. Pic: Flickr/familymwr

And the best bit is that all of this is just on the doorstep across the continent.

Travelling around in Europe may be pretty easy these days thanks to the Schengen agreement – this allows freedom of movement within most EU member states (and even a few non members). And it gives us access to some fantastic rivers!

However, even with all these advantages, rafting in Europe can still be pricey. Once you’ve paid for flights, accommodation, insurance (a must have) and then the rafting trip itself, it can all add up.

That said, budget airlines like EasyJet and Ryanair have also made continental travel affordable for almost everyone (even if it does feel a little like they’re taking a little part of your soul as well).

You can sell DVDs for cash, which you can use for your spending money, but in most cases going rafting in Europe shouldn’t bust the bank.

But who wants to miss out on the trip of a lifetime just because of a few extra pounds? Get the money together somehow because once you’re out on the water, you really won’t regret it.

Rivers to Try

All you have to do now is decide where to go. The waters of the River Inn in Austria may be chilly but the rafting is certainly red hot. The scenery that accompanies you there will also blow your mind.

Blow your mind in Austria. Image: Flickr/ Daryl Fritz

Travel a little further and you might want to try the Çoruh River in Turkey. It’s renowned for being one of the world’s fastest flowing rivers, and that means that you’ll definitely be in for a bumpy ride.

One destination that is fast becoming popular on the rafting circuit (even if it is a little out of the way) is Skagafjöröur in Northern Iceland.

It’s one of the most remote rafting destinations on the planet and promises deep volcanic canyons and powerful glacial rivers. It sounds incredible but don’t ask us how to pronounce the name.

There are loads of opportunities for rafting in Europe for all standards. Anywhere where there are mountains, especially ones with winter snowfall and glacial melt, you’ll find people setting out downstream on a raft. All you have to do is get yourself there. And bring a paddle.

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Oakley Canopy goggles, all day comfort.

Conditions on the mountain vary greatly. From bright sunny days with extreme glare, to white outs where you can’t see more than a few meters ahead. Your eyes need to cope with a lot of variation and your eyewear can make a huge difference.

Your eyes also need protecting, and not just from UVA and UVB light.

Here’s a review of the Oakley Canopy goggles, the latest piece of gear in my snowboarding kit bag.

Travelling at speed in cold conditions without goggles would leave my eyes streaming (and my mates taking the piss). Falling snow, flying ice, force five winds and face plants can cause anything from an irritation to a serious eye injury.

There are a multitude of goggle styles and brands to choose from and a bewildering amount of lens options. Personally I like to have one pair of goggles that are suitable for all conditions. This is because in one run you can pass from sun to shade and then go below the cloud line into a blizzard or flat light and I want good vision all the time.

Stick with what you know

When my old Oakleys got one scratch too many I never seriously considered replacing them with anything but another pair of Oakley goggles. They performed well in all conditions, never fogged up, were very comfortable and had been resilient to scratches despite me not following the care instructions.

I went for a pair of Oakley Canopy goggles mainly because they have a expanded lens area and low profile frame. This means you get to see more of the slope and less of the frame. I found them very good for peripheral vision and looking down, which is helpful when strapping in after a big lunch!

The Oakley Canopy goggles have ‘O-Flow Arch’ technology which is designed to make breathing a lot easier. To be honest I have never found breathing a problem and these goggles certainly did not inhibit my breathing. The face foam is triple layer with moisture-wicking fleece on top which is made for all day comfort.

So how did I look?

From the multitude of lens options I went for a VR50 Pink Iridium with 41% light transmission, mainly because its a middle of the road lens good for most conditions. On my recent snowboarding holiday to Italy I encountered a bit of everything so i have summarised the performance below:

Sunshine: The pink iridium eradicated glare and meant that staring at bright white snow all day was not a problem and my eyes were happy!

Shade: With sunshine comes shade and when passing between the 2 I found my eyes adjusted very quickly and a excellent visibility was maintained.

Overcast: The VR50 lens is billed for overcast to lightly cloudy conditions and in these conditions they excelled. I found the contrast level was great meaning there were no surprises.

Flat Light: A few of my friends really struggled in the flat light but the pink iridium provided me with OK contrast and adequate visibility.

You need to see it to land it. Image: Flickr/ globalite

Blizzard: I did not get to ride while it was snowing on this holiday but I feel they would perform adequately. Viability is always reduced in a blizzard but I feel they would have let enough light through and created contrast as they did with flat light.

Dusk and Low Light: I rode down the mountain a couple of times after the sun had set, it was not completely dark but was at the very edge of what was safe. I found visability was impaired but again it was adequate to ride safely (if i slowed down) with the odd little surprise.

Nightrider: I did not ride at night but feel they would have been just about suitable, visibility would have been reduced and clear or high intensity lenses would be better.

I feel the VR50 Pink Iridium lens provides very good visibility in most conditions and adequate visibility in those harder to ride conditions. You will only get better all round visibility by taking more than one pair of goggles/lenses up the mountain and I don’t plan to change them each time the conditions change.

Am I over the Canopy?

On my recent trip I nearly had a high speed collision with a skier that veered across piste from my blind side. I was travelling flat out and approaching from upslope so it would have been my fault.

Luckily at the last second I saw movement out of the corner of my eye and changed course, skis and board touched but we both stayed on our feet. That split second can probably be attributed to the increased peripheral vision provided by the Oakley Canopy goggles.

We all know that Oakley make very good, comfy goggles that do not fog up but with the Canopy product they have increased your peripheral vision which as a snowboarder is vital. I am off snowboarding again this weekend, and whatever the conditions I will be all over the Canopy’s.

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Going abroad? Get EHIC and adventure sports insurance. Image: Flickr/ Skistar Trysil

The EHIC was formerly known as an E111 until 2006 when the name was changed to come in line with wider European coverage. You can get an EHIC card for free by applying online here.

We’ve all had to wait six to eight frustrating weeks for a fairly routine appointment or sit for hours in A&E – especially if you like to indulge in sports toward the extreme end of the spectrum. But what happens when you are abroad?

What does an EHIC cover?

It’s valid in all EU member states, as well as other European Economic Area countries like Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland.

It entitles you to medical treatment necessary during your trip due to illness or injury, either free or at a reduced cost, depending on where you are (every country’s healthcare system is slightly different).

However, the EHIC card is not a substitute for travel insurance and for extreme sports lovers, there are some very important exceptions that you need to know about.

What doesn’t it cover?

The EHIC may entitle you to free or cheap state medical treatment in your host country but it won’t cover any private medical bills or additional emergency healthcare costs, such as mountain rescue or repatriation.

Break your leg on the mountain and waving your EHIC card won’t guarantee you a free pass to hospital. And at £20 a minute for ride in a helicopter, you’re looking at £1,000 just to get to hospital (and you probably won’t even enjoy the ride).

Add to that estimated costs of between £3,000 to £8,000 for four days hospital admission, between £8,000 to £12,000 for emergency fracture surgery and £10,000 for stretcher repatriation.

In total you could be looking at £30,000 for complete treatment.

Around 11% of travellers think the EHIC alone will cover them in case of an accident on the mountain. That’s a lot of people that could potentially be facing huge costs.

The bottom line is to make sure you get private travel insurance and that it covers you for your particular choice of extreme sport.

We can’t stress enough how important it is to be fully covered. You might like the thrill of extreme sports but travel uninsured and it might be a risk too far. And with 10% off travel insurance at Direct Line there’s really no excuse not to get it.

So why get an EHIC?

So, if you need travel insurance and can use money saving voucher codes, why bother with an EHIC? Well, many insurers now insist on you having one.

Remember that not all medical treatment you might need will be in an emergency. EHIC entitles you to standard state care for everything else. In many cases, insurers will even waive your excess if you are the proud owner of an EHIC, so it makes good sense to get yours today.

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Telling the time underwater can save your life. Image: Flickr/ Vidar - Aqua-Photos.com

Scuba diving watches are typically chunky, analogue affairs with large crowns and distinctive bezels – yet there’s much more to the wrist wrappers than first meets the eye…

Before you buy, don’t be deceived by big names – and equally large price tags – keep your eye on the specs we list below and buy the watch you need, not the model others might like to have popping over their shirt cuff on their way to work.

For some people a dive computer will be enough. But, as a reserve measure of time, you can’t beat a reliable diving watch.

Just like these premium dive watches, all models need to have some basic features in order to survive under the added pressure.

Let’s have a look at the 3 key features of scuba diving watches:

The Folding Link

Any introduction to scuba diving equipment will include all the technical gear, as well as the less complicated – but equally important items – such as wetsuits, booties, fins etc.

Most watches featured will have a very simple modification which allows for their use underwater: The folding link.

To extend the strap around your wetsuit sleeve, you’ll need to have this extra ‘folding link’. It folds away into the clasp and unfolds when you need it. What it does is lengthen the strap so it’s got the reach to go around your wetsuit sleeve.

Rubber straps don’t need this feature, as all you have to do is let the strap out a hole or two. That said, rubber straps perish and weaken, so many divers opt for the longer metal straps.

Rolex Submarine Two Tone. Flashy, well featured, but would you really dive with it?

Large, uni-directional rotating bezel

If you are buying a dive computer, you’ll see that they look just like watches – in that they have a strap and sit on your wrist. Some you could even confuse with a watch, unless of course they are analogue…

An analogue divers watch will need a large face and a prominent dial. The bezel is the piece that you can turn independently of the watch. You use the bezel and line it up with the watch hands giving you a very basic countdown timer – and one that ‘s not likely to go wrong.

This method is not used as a technical, exact measurement of time, more a guide – and they are very much a defining feature of diving watches. Look here

And check the bezel only turns in one direction!

Clear Face and Units

There are digital diving watches on the market, but it’s easy to see why most divers buying at this online watch shop tend to go with the traditional, analogue style: it’s because they are extremely easy to read.

Large luminous markings and solid watch arms help identify time in darker environments.

And if you get yourself an automatic model, you’ll never need to buy batteries again!

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Lee and Rich in winter training

That’s exactly what ‘The Greenland Cowboys’, a two-man team of Richie Bracey and Lee Taylor are about to do. The intrepid pair will kayak 750 nautical miles (1300km) from Gibraltar to France along Spain’s Mediterranean coast in April.

After building their kayaks in UK, they’ll transport them to Gibraltar ahead of a marathon expedition Paddle de los Torros to help raise money for Help for Heroes and the Royal British Legion.

Good effort! Here’s more…

The route follows the coastline of Gibraltar and Spain through the Alboran Sea, and then further north into the Med before ending at Portbou. Along the route they will also circumnavigate the island of Tabarca, which lies off of the Costa Blanca coast near the mid-way point.

It should take them around a month and they will make their way using traditional Greenland paddles.

The Paddle de Los Torres, 1300km!

The pair have trained all winter for what will be a tough challenge: 28 days of paddling 7 hours a day! The UK weather made life hard for them as they pushed to get fit enough in brutal conditions.

Rich, kayaking blogger at Kayaking Holidays.com, is well practiced at living out of his boat – other than one scheduled resupply, he’ll carry everything he needs aboard.

Lee, a forestry worker by trade, is in this for the challenge and the pair are keen to support Help for Heroes and the Royal British Legion, raising money as they go.

Despite being warmer than UK waters, the route has real challenges: The Mediterranean Sea can be very rough at times with weather squalls coming from seemingly nowhere to whip it into some quite hazardous conditions, with dumping surf and high winds forcing the water ahead of it.

And the pair will be forced to push on testing their endurance to the limit in order to complete the challenge.

The handmade kayaks are taking shape

Rich explains: “Although we have software to predict the current flow for the Med, it is all from computer generated models. A lot of the time we will be us using our experience and judgment to see if we continue paddling or not, and if the current is favourable, we will be going onward instead of getting that cuppa or our heads down.”

Kayaking in Gibraltar is popular, but it’s rare to see these beautiful handmade boats wherever you take to the water.

And there’s plenty of people who don’t understand why you’d go to all the effort to build something you could buy off the shelf.

“Wooden boats are durable, lightweight and elegant, and with the right care last a very long time even being used on expeditions (I know of someone still paddling a Stitch and Glue kayak built in the 60’s)”

“And should you get a little adventurous and damage your boat it will be easily repairable, and in the case of strip-built boats the repair usually becomes unnoticeable” says Rich.

A former soldier in the British Army (1RHA), Rich fell on hard times after he left the services, and was helped by The Royal British Legion – so it’s his turn to give something back.

One of Rich's Handmade Kayaks by Ram-Leisure

And he’s a point to prove about the quality of his hand crafted wooden kayaks vs newer designs:

“People have always stopped me when I’ve been paddling, and asked things like “You’re not going out in this in that are you?” and “Isn’t that a bit fragile to be in around those rocks as it’s made of wood ?” And I’ve answered “Yes I am!” and “No it’s not!” – and with this exped we’re sure he’ll prove it.

For more information and to help donate to Help For Heroes and the Royal British Legion, please look at Team Los Toros.

If you’d like to help sponsor the expedition directly, contact Rich on info@ram-leisure.co.uk

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Camp Minima: Technical but tight tunnel design

With aluminium poles that are about half the standard length, the tent packs down to an almost unbelievable size. And weighing in at just under 1.5Kg, it’s ideal for kayaking, but also for mountain walking and cycling.

It’s a double-hooped tunnel-type tent, with hoops at each end and pegged out around the outside with aluminium pegs. Its mesh flysheet inner ensures breathability and helps it dry easily.

So let’s check out the details

Using the Minima

The Camp Minima two-person tent needs just six fixing points as a minimum to put up and be secure. It’s good for beach and coastal pitches where the ground differs greatly – although it is roomier and better secured when fully pegged out.

Even though it’s recommended to put it up inner first, it can be used with only the outer shelter. This is thanks to having the needed pole clips to allow it to stand alone – I don’t know if this is an intended feature but has worked well for me on a couple of occasions.

Minima packs down small.

The Minima is a low-profile tent, standing at just over 65cm at its highest point, so if you do go and get one, don’t think about sitting up in it playing cards!

That said, the low profile is excellent for when the wind picks up, and at its most streamlined it can be used as a windbreak. This way, even on the stormiest kayaking holidays you’ll get a decent night’s sleep but not expose yourself too much and risk having your tent blown all over.

The outer shell has a stated hydrostatic head rating of 1500mm and the groundsheet incorporated in the inner a rating of 3000mm, and so far it’s kept me dry in some demanding conditions.

Each tent comes complete with a repair kit. So there’s patches of each type of material, and sufficient adhesive for several repairs. It also includes a pole repair section. in the unlikely event of one snapping.

Some limitations

The entrance porch is a little small – well, virtually non-existent! This means that either the kit you want to stay dry comes in with you, or it’s left outside; I’m lucky that I usually have a boat for all my gear – but when walking or cycling, it’ll have to come inside.

Good choice when packing for an exped

One drawback I’ve found is that if it’s raining heavily, being a little clumsy I open the door and some water comes into the head and sleeping area of the tent. Not a huge problem as it’s only a small amount of water – but enough to be little irritating when you’re half asleep!

I never recommend cooking or brewing up in a tent, but if you’re wanting to get out of the elements whilst you brew up, you can cook in the doorway and unclip the inner to pull it out of the way for safety.

I use the Minima more like a luxury bivvi than a tent. To use it as a two-person tent you’d have to be very friendly with whoever you are on your kayaking trip with!

Overall verdict is that I’m impressed with the quality, compact size and light weight of the Minima. I can live with the smaller dimensions as I use it solo, so much so I’m planning on using this tent on a month-long kayaking expedition in March!

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Wreck diving in the Caribbean. Image: Flickr/ star5112

Certainly, the woolly bear can be a welcome friend, especially given that weather conditions in the Northern hemisphere can change from glorious, blue, not-a-cloud-to-be-seen skies to dark, foreboding and distinctly inclement at the flick of a dolphin’s tail.

There are some idyllic diving spots in the Inner and Outer Hebrides which make it worthwhile. But really, you’d be mad not to head to the Caribbean, leaving your teddy behind.

Obviously there’ll be an added cost. But if you’ve saved up all year for a precious and much-anticipated scuba diving break, you probably won’t want to risk spending the entire week (or fortnight) huddled in the cabin of a bobbing boat, barely getting the opportunity to dip more than a toe in the water.

Choose your diving destination wisely

The solution to these weather worries? Caribbean holidays, of course! Mention the Caribbean, and the first things people think about are glorious sunshine, turquoise seas and pristine sand. And if you’re a diver, it’s the first two that matter most – though the sand is useful for entertaining any sun-worshipping, non-diving partners/friends!

In the Caribbean you are literally spoilt for choice, as the area comprises over 90 islands, each with its own unique character. With average water temperatures of 27 C, there won’t be a woolly bear in site – the most you’ll need is a 5mm shortie.

Keen to avoid the crowds? Bonaire’s the place to be. Looking for wrecks? Head for Grenada, it’s not known as the ‘wreck capital of the Caribbean’ for nothing.

Diving – almost a religion in the Caribbean

Scuba diving in this stunning part of the world is akin to a way of life. After all, who wouldn’t want to dive if they could shimmy through warm, sun-kissed waters between shoals of exotic-coloured fishes – not to mention coming face-to-face with other fascinating and unusual sea creatures and coral in every hue of the rainbow?

It’s no exaggeration to say that in the Caribbean, there’s a new underwater paradise awaiting you in every dive site.

The underwater sculpture "Visissitudes" in Grenada. Image: Flickr/ SunCat

Add value to your diving holiday

In addition to diving for sheer pleasure, many people combine business and leisure by booking a diving course leading to a qualification, such as those offered by PADI.

Getting qualified has several benefits: Depending on which course you opt for, you could become a diving instructor – a perfect holiday job for students and ‘gappies’; and the more you know about diving, the safer you will be under the sea.

Wherever you choose to go diving in the Caribbean, and however you wish to spend your diving time, one thing is sure: You’ll experience dives beyond your wildest dreams in this most exotic part of the planet.

The list of possibilities is endless. And, if you travel with a company which has a proven track record in luxury diving breaks – such as Hayes & Jarvis – you can relax, safe in the knowledge that every aspect of your holiday will be well looked after.

Stick the woolly in the wash and get away, that’s what we say!

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