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Jamaica and Cuba touted as the top selling Caribbean destinations for 2014

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Sales up 50% year on year

Want an idea for your next holiday? Following a recent report from the Post Office which positions Jamaica as the cheapest Caribbean island to visit for travellers on a budget, online travel agent loveholidays.com has conducted its own research into top selling Caribbean holiday destinations:

  • Research shows the majority of Jamaica holidays booked are all-inclusive holidays so the price of a holiday is not significantly affected by falling costs of food and drink in resort
  • Jamaica bookings are up by 50% on 2012.
  • An average seven night holiday to Jamaica in winter 2013/14 costs from only £893pp
  • Jamaica is the fastest growing Caribbean destination for loveholidays.com, growing at 50% year on year. However Cuba is still the most popular Caribbean destination accounting for 70% of bookings to the region.

COO of loveholidays.com Jonny Marsh concluded: “Jamaica was once considered unsafe by many but our customers are seeing it as increasingly desirable.

After seeing a 50% increase this year and with the added incentive of our low deposits from just £49pp, we expect our sales of Jamaica holidays to continue to grow, in particular, our all inclusive holidays for 2014. This growth represents Jamaica’s exceptional value compared to some other Caribbean resorts, so the spike in bookings is due to a combination of great value prices and an improving image. At present we offer luxury all-inclusive holidays to Jamaica from as little as £893pp. This compares to other Caribbean destinations where a seven night all inclusive break can reach as much as £1299.

The Post Office report is interesting but as many of our clients book an all-inclusive break many remain unaffected by falling prices of food and drink.

Cuba holidays also represent fantastic value for money but until recently they have remained off the mainstream tourist radar. It’s only a matter of time before flights resume from Miami so now is the time to go if customers want to experience a true taste of Cuba. With the price of a 5 star all inclusive package, coming in at £529pp, Cuba is another Caribbean island representing terrific value.”

GAME, SET AND MATCH AT ABAMA GOLF & SPA RESORT THIS SUMMER

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– Master the winning serve at the Sánchez Casal Tennis Academy –

With Wimbledon underway, tennis fans across the UK might be looking to perfect their own court skills this season. For those looking to push their game further than a knock about on the local court, one of Europe’s most exclusive resorts – Abama Golf & Spa Resort – is offering a tennis coaching experience with a tempting difference.

Tucked away on the south west coast of Tenerife in Guía de Isora within a 160 hectare private estate, Abama offers a European beach retreat with decadent treats: Michelin star cuisine at the hands of Basque chef Martín Berasategui, a world class destination spa with 11 treatment rooms and its unique Abama Total Wellness programme, a championship golf course, seven swimming pools and its secluded golden sand beach cove are just the start, as Abama is also home to a first class inspirational tennis academy.

The Abama Sánchez Casal Tennis Academy follows the teaching methods pioneered by tennis greats Emilio Sánchez Vicario and Sergio Casal. The Championship duo between them hail numerous French Open, US Open and Olympic titles with a Wimbledon doubles’ finalist achievement also under their belts. This Summer the Academy is running an exclusive offer including seven nights five star accommodation, ten hours of tennis or paddle coaching on its professional courts, including hire of rackets, paddles, balls, towels and complimentary mineral water, plus additional use of courts for one hour a day, two delectable spa treatments in the Abama Spa, plus one Thermal Water Circuit to soothe weary limbs.

Whether you’re a beginner looking for some basic training, a high-level pro wanting to take your game to the next level, or just a casual player planning a knock-about with friends, you’ll find Abama has all the facilities that any tennis lover could ask for.

Featuring seven tennis courts directly overlooking the sea, Abama’s tennis facilities are of exceptional standards and are frequently used for professional tournaments. With court lights and flexi-pave surfaces in the style of the US and Australian Open courts, Abama’s centre court has capacity for 600 spectators, and its six additional courts all feature spectator stands. Guests also have access to four illuminated paddle tennis courts with Astroturf surfaces.

Tennis at Abama Golf & Spa Resort includes:

– 10 hours tennis or paddle classes, at the Sánchez Casal Tennis Academy (includes: rackets, paddles, balls, water and towel)

– Two treatments at Abama Spa (After-sun soothing wrap with water lilies and any facial)

– One Thermal Circuit at Abama Spa

– Seven nights accommodation in Abama Double Deluxe Room

– Upgrade to Ocean View Room

– Daily buffet breakfast at La Veranda Restaurant

– Late check-out until 18.00 hours (subject to availability)

Valid from the 15th June to the 30th September 2012 the tennis package costs 262 Euro

per person per night, based on seven night stays.

Health & Fitness Travel offers seven nights from £1,730 per person including return flights with Monarch from London Gatwick and transfers. Call 0845 544 1936 or visit healthandfitnesstravel.com to book.

For more information on Abama Golf & Spa Resort, visit www.abamahotelresort.com