Boasting some of the best beaches and surfing in Britain, Newquay is one of Cornwalls premier holiday sites. Unsurprisingly, it has now obtained a reputation for being Englands surfing capital but there's much more to Newquay than being just a surfers paradise.
Being one of the Southernmost parts of Britain means Newquay also enjoys some of the best weather, comparable to what could be expected in Northern France.
Beach lovers will want to head to Fistral Beach - this is in fact the best known surfing beach offering fast, hollow waves for surfers. Another popular beach in Newquay is Watergate Bay although this beach is more suited to beginner surfers. Beginners may also want to try Crantock Beach as it is sheltered. There are numerous places in Newquay to hire surfing equipment and surf schools are also available for those who come only to ride the waves.
As you would expect, Newquay offers a wide variety of cuisine options for just about every pallet. Local specialities include cream teas & Cornish pasties offered by the many tea rooms & bakeries. Cornish ice-cream is also very rich and creamy and well worth a taste. Newquay is also well known for its seafood and has a huge range of international cuisine restaurants from Indian and Chinese to Mexican and Italian. One things for sure, when your visit to Newquay is over you'll probably have to start a strict diet!
If you're interested in tropical marine life then a visit to the Newquay Blue Reef Aquarium is a must - one of the highlights is a fascinating underwater tunnel that visitors can walk through while witnessing the marine animals swim around in their natural habitats.
Golf lovers will enjoy the scenic course overlooking Fistral Beach. Aside from the Blue Reef Aquarium, Newquay also has a good zoo containing a wide variety of animals over 10 acres of land. Other activity based entertainments include pool, snooker, bowling and a range of other sports and activities. Also popular (especially with children) is Newquay Water World - containing a tropical pool, simulation waterfall & volcanos and even state of the art gym facilities for adults. Looking for something a little different? Try the Tunnels Through Time museum (a very novel way of looking at and learning about the past).
Fishing - this is one of the most popular activities in England - at Newquay there are some excellent opportunities for a wide range of fishing from fly-fishing to deep sea fishing.
Close to Newquay is the town of Bodmin - once the capital of Cornwall, it's now an elegant little market town well worth a visit.
Members of Designer Way Vacation Club (DWVC) can save up to 50% on a three night short break at the Atlantic Reach resort for selected dates throughout 2008.
Atlantic Reach is situated on the perimeter of the Atlantic Reach Country Club and Vacation Resort 11 kilometers from the fabulous beaches of Newquay and it overlooks open countryside. It is ideally suited for visiting all the delights that Cornwall has to offer.
The bar and brasserie restaurant is open throughout the day and evening and provides modern cuisine and drinks in a sophisticated setting, with good music including live bands and jazz. It presents superb facilities including the £3 million Leisure Club and the Manor House. The Leisure Club has an infinity leisure pool and fully equipped fitness centre. There is a new 9 hole recreational golf course (no handicap required), tennis courts and a 25 meter heated outdoor pool in a beautiful setting beside the Manor Bar.
These two and four bedroom modern terraced houses are all set in the gardens and have individual terraces and garden furniture. All have double glazing and central heating (included in the price). Each home also has an open plan living/dining area and well equipped kitchen with fridge freezer. The lounge areas feature contemporary furnishings and have a DVD player. The four bedroom homes also have a dishwasher in the kitchen and a jacuzzi bath in the main bathroom in addition to the features it shares with the two bedroom properties. Please note that pets are not allowed in the two bedroom properties.
Atlantic Reach is an excellent base to enjoy the North Cornwall Coast. There are many fine beaches including Fistral, Watergate Bay and Lusty Glaze which offer a variety of organized water sports including surf schools, kite surfing and adrenalin sports. Good restaurants in the area include Jamie Oliver's Fifteen and Rick Stein's Seafood Restaurant amongst others. The beach and surf culture of Newquay promises a laid back atmosphere and an exciting night life.
There is more and more UK residents choosing to take holidays within Britain and it is understandable with destinations such as this. Should you want to book this resort or see what else is available either contact your account manager at Timelinx’s reservations office on 0870 738 0080 or log on to our site: http://www.dwvc.com. |
