Going on holiday is a treasured moment for everyone. It offers the chance to spend some quality time as a family and get away from the daily grind of work and escape from the worries of home. It also provides with memories to last a lifetime. For the majority of people, the opportunity for a holiday comes around only once each year and it is important to choose a destination that is going to offer you a rewarding experience. A destination must be able to combine relaxation, culture, fun and picturesque surroundings. Of course, finding such a place may prove to be a tough task as such a diverse mix is fairly rare to find. Norfolk is one destination that can claim to give all the essential holiday requirements and best of all it is located right in the UK. Holidays in Norfolk offer something for all the family and will enchant and delight in equal measure.
The Norfolk Broads
Almost everyone has heard of the Norfolk Broads and it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the UK, attracting over two million people each year to its 125 miles of navigable waterways. If you are someone who has yet to experience what the Broads have to offer, then waste no time arranging a visit. Holidays in Norfolk and the Broads in-particular offer something different every day. There are many ways in which the vast area can be explored, combining land and water brilliantly, walking and cycling are very popular with designated routes to enjoy; however, it is the boats that give the Broads its charm. Sailing, motor-boating and canoeing have been an important part of the Broads since the end of the 19th century and continue to offer a magical experience to anyone taking the water. The county is internationally renowned for its wildlife environment and is home to many a rare bird, making it the location of choice for bird-watchers from across the globe.
Holidays in Norfolk are also unique as they give visitors the chance to hire a boat which will be a home during your stay. Luxury boats can cater for up to 10 people, with everything needed for the perfect self-catering holiday. Staying on a boat presents the best way to sample the of Norfolk and take in some of the lesser seen areas of the county. It also gives freedom that many other holidays cannot, allowing you to control your own boat and stop off anytime and when you choose to sample some traditional pubs offering local ale and home-cooked food.
The city of Norwich is the central part of the county offering an abundance of historical attractions, culture, modern shopping and vibrant nightlife, for those who wish to escape the water and open countryside, a visit to the city is definitely recommended.When holidays in Norfolk can offer this much diversity and enjoyment, there is no need to look beyond East Anglia for you summer vacation.
Author: Tiff Patel works for Richardsons Boating Holidays, a company that owns the largest fleet of cruisers on the Norfolk Broads.