Top 5 Alternative Holiday destinations and must-see's abroad!

With holidays abroad more meaningful than ever, of course each one needs to be unique. With many amazing places to choose from, it can be hard to figure out those that are thriving in popularity at the moment.

Below we have favourited some of our most alternative, unique and up and coming holiday destinations and sight to be seen of 2013, that are sure to give you both a cultural, exciting and memorable experience time away.

North Africa After suffering with political unrest for many years, North Africa's most loved holiday resorts are more than safe, and a welcoming, friendly place to spend a holiday. Morocco is now proving to be more and more popular with intrigued travellers, hosting Marrakech as one of the most cultural and bustling holiday destinations there is. Agadir in Morocco is especially spectacular, holding beaches and historical sites. The country is full of flavour and fast paced activities, offering a perfect mix of both Arabia and Africa. Red sea holidays such as Egypt are also as hot as ever, being a great all rounder and a paradise for divers and snorkelling beginners. North Africa is also lucky enough to host the stunning country of Tunisia, home to many filming locations and celebrity hotspots. Without spending a fortune here, you'll get to taste theTunisian cuisine, as well as visit its world renowned ancient ruins such as Amphitheatres, cathedrals and religious sites.

Dominican Republic 

With the Dominican increasing its tourism visitors in 2012 by over 8%, we have seen more airlines jump on the bandwagon, offering flights here at lower prices than ever before. Not only is this a dream like and affordable destination to relax on, the Dominican Republic's coastlines are some of the most beautiful in the world. Usually destined as a place to get married or to spend a honeymoon, resorts such as Punta Cana and Puerto Plata can now be enjoyed by everybody. Here you will find extremely tranquil beaches, lagoons and private coves to swim in and take boat rides out of, as well as its secluded walking routes. Aside form its coastal culture, open valleys and fields are also wide open for you to enjoy, being home to lots of natural production. With a mix of the Maldives and France's countryside, there no better place to unwind. The Dominican Republic will always be a splurge and a treat, but a well deserved and memorable one.

Malta. Even though Malta is one of the smallest EU nations in population and in size, it holds stable and loveable Mediterranean climates. The country hosts a full hub of all things arty, great food and harbours which have slowly helped Malta on its way up the holiday ladder for educational yet stunning places to visit. With its Maltese culture surrounding newcomers everywhere they look, architecture and exhibitions reflect the early renaissance. With young students and couples after an informative break away, The Traditional Museum of Fine Arts located here should go down a treat, with spectacular seas and sands to go with it.

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Aspros Potamos, Crete

Aspros Potamos, situated in a stunning valley in Crete, Greece is a secret destination offering peace and tranquility. A place without traffic, mobile phones, or lights, it’s the perfect place to spend some quality time in a faraway place. Aspros Potamos is designed to create simplicity, and here will lead you to the historical village of Pefki, a place used in the Vietnam War times. The village was originally used to prepare wheat and barley and keep animals. The village is surrounded by stacked cottages, perfect for a romantic break alone. They are made of local stone, and each consisted of only two rooms. The miniature houses are drenched in an authentic atmosphere, and although you have no chance of drying your hair or having a shave, you’re bound to have an extraordinary break exploring the depth of a well-kept historical landmark together.

Lake Vinuela
We all know Costa Del Sol is famous for it's sandy beaches, but little do people know, it also offers a beautiful romantic attraction, Lake Vinuela. It has enticed holiday makers for many years, with a capacity of 170,000,000 cubic meters of water, the lake was created when the rivers Velez, Guaro, and Seco were dammed together. The lake thrives in a sense of hush as the public are left to discover what the lake has to offer. Scattered around the lake are paths that lead to dainty and delightful little villages, such as Canillas de Aceituno, Alcaucin, Periana, and. Riogordo. It is located fifteen minutes from the local town of Torre del Mar. Visit Lake Vinuala where the tiny romantic villages are perfect for couples to explore, and feel a real sense of adventure in an unexpected location.

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What to do in Mexico- May

More and more people are visiting Mexico year on year due to its versatile approach. Holidaying in the Cancun has allowed hundreds of thousands to get a real taste of the Caribbean coast for less. Not only are there endless amounts of things to do here, it offers a more luxurious experience than your typical sun holiday and is loved highly for it.

In May, visiting Mexico is relatively cheap but is a great time to visit if you're wanting to avoid heat that's just too blistering for small children and if you're wanting a lot on a reasonable budget. Everything in Mexico has just re-opened in May too, and there's no better way to experience its thriving and bustling atmosphere as its exciting activities start to get underway again.

Take a look at some of the best things to do in Mexico below, that are especially spectacular in the month of May.

Beach babies.

There's a huge array of beaches in Mexico to be discovered; ones that are crystal white, pristine and beautifully maintained. Each of its beaches are suitable for children, and a cheap holiday here will allow you to let loose on many of them where you're able to forget all of your worries. The one thing that stands out for people when settling down to sunbath on a beach in Mexico (whether it be the Cancun or  The Mayan Riveria) is how still, calm and remote they seem to be. The beach of Playa Del Norte in Isla is where you will find clear turquoise waters as well as Akulman's main beach where palm trees offer a wonderful amount of shade. One of the best places for couples would be the Playa Del Amor beach (also known as the lovers beach) as it offers coves, and breathtaking views of Cabo San Lucas. One of the best beaches to sunbath on would be Neuevo Vallarta Beach which offers a huge amount of sand that looks over a beautiful horizon of the ocean. In Playa La Ropa and the Cancun all offer wonderful experiences for kids, as each caters wonderfully for those who like to take part in constant activities, wether it be beach ball or going on a speedboat. 

Tours of Mexico

Mexico is a big place, and when visiting that will become very clear. There are some brilliant opportunities to discover more about Mexico whilst there though, as you will see that its neighbouring resorts are very accessible. From just £30pp you could take an excursion or boat trip out to archeological mysteries such as Talum or Chichen, or even places that offer something you'd like to do such as ziplining in another resort. that yours may not offer. You could even try to book a 2-day tour that will allow you to cruise around the Caribbean coastline to catch sight of Mexico's real history and culture, visiting beaches as well as cities. Touring Mexico is the best way to see its real way of life, including fresh food and goods markets. 

Nightclubs/ Partying 

Thanks to TV series such as Geordie Shore, the Cancun has rapidly grown to be one of the best places for students, large groups of friends and spring breakers to get wild. The Cancun offers endless opportunities to get involved in some of the craziest parties in the world, hosting boat parties, beach raves and themed nights in many of its booming night-clubs. DJ's such as David Guetta and singers such as Rhianna have been known to headline here too, and is now one of the best places for a 18-30's holiday.  BullDog Cafe, Daddy Rock, Fat Tuesday and Planet Hollywood are some of the greatest places to hold of cheap booze and to enjoy an extremely fun holiday away with your mates. With even swimming pools in nightclubs and neon raves taking place every night it will be hard to get bored, yet hard to rest! Even throughout the day you could buy tickets to go on a booze cruise or have a laugh on a vast banana boat on Mexico's smooth waves of the sea. 

Zip Line 

This adrenaline pushing and exhilarating activity is perfect for all travellers . There are many destinations across the whole of Mexico that will allow you to do this. You could even take a ride over waters, animal parks and nature reserves to get the best out of it.  Acting as a runway, these tracks have been designed for those who adore to get get adventurous when abroad, using your hands to keep you up on this thin wire ride! To get some really good views, again visit Cancun to take this out, as you'll find various locations to ride zip lines here.

Snorkelling and turtle beaches

Snorkelling in Mexico has been made popular because of Mexico's high heats all year around.  Its blue corals and clear lagoons that rest along Mexico's coastline mean that snorkelling is perfect here, having it been made easy to see so much underwater. You'll get to catch sight of weird yet wonderful sea creatures, as well as receive a great view of the sea's bottom. The versatile beach of Akumal even offers vsitors the chance to turtle watch! It's a well know turtle beach where you'll be able to get up close to the cute reptiles and take some photos of them.

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