Monday, January 24, 2011

Can Yorkshire be a holiday destination?

By Rick Steele


The northern county of Yorkshire is known for its scenic landscapes in the Yorkshire Dales as well as its historic cities and picturesque market towns. With some great accommodation including some beautiful holiday cottages Yorkshire dales towns and villages are great places to stay. The cottages in Yorkshire coast locations also offer some outstanding and dramatic sea views and traditional seaside attractions close by.

When you stay in a holiday cottage in a more rural area, you can enjoy the tranquil countryside, as well as being conveniently close to the larger historic towns and cities for daytrips too. The city of York is a modern, vibrant metropolis with a rich history. The cobbled streets around York Minster hark back to a simpler age and offer a fascinating glimpse into the York of times gone by.

The Yorkshire Dales are a rich habitat for a number of exotic types of flowers and plants, as well as tawny owls, hare, several species of deer and rare red squirrels. You can even spot majestic peregrine falcons flying gracefully overhead as you travel through the park.

Yorkshire offers some excellent family attractions too. In particular, the Eureka! children's museum in nearby Halifax was designed exclusively for children, to encourage their learning through fun activities. They can explore the human body or learn about different jobs with interactive exhibits and a packed annual events programme.

For a relaxing place to stay, the traditional spa town of Harrogate is a great option to visit. Here you will find a wealth of events throughout the year, including farming shows and literary festivals. The sumptuous Turkish baths and spa at the heart of Harrogate help to relax and invigorate you. The luxury treatments are delivered within luxuriously decorated rooms and spa areas, to leave you with a great sense of wellbeing.

The dramatic Yorkshire coastline offers visitors some beautiful scenery. There are the classic seaside destinations of Whitby and Scarborough to discover, where you can enjoy an ice-cream and traditional seaside attractions, or the unspoilt beauty of some picturesque fishing villages.

The coastline is a great place to stay in Yorkshire and there are a number of enchanting holiday cottages to choose from. The Cottages in Yorkshire coast locations range from inexpensive, no-frills accommodation to luxurious places to stay.

With some beautiful holiday cottages Yorkshire Dales and the Yorkshire coastline provide accommodation to suit every style and budget. Many holiday cottages here offer great accommodation for families, or a romantic location for a couple. Some even allow pets so that your family dog can enjoy long walks across the dales with you. There are even deluxe cottages in Yorkshire coast and rural areas that include great facilities for a luxurious break in this beautiful part of the world.




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