I’d always wished I’d been to the tropics, so when I saw the advert for a Caribbean cruise, I was over the moon. Considering the facilities and locations, it’s really quite reasonable. For one of the destinations, I had to get a visa at short notice, and I was on pins and needles until it arrived, I can tell you. I’ve not been at my best recently, with work being so stressful, and I’m anticipating there’ll be some therapeutic benefits from this trip. Everyone in the office is jealous – they’re saying it’s going to be so cool!
This year I’ve decided to push the boat out and visit a Greek island. It’s something I’ve always longed to do, and I fly out in June. It was a snap decision in the end, and I was worried that the villa was rather steep, but the sea views look fantastic. According to ‘Healthy Living’ magazine’s recommendation, it’s a winning location. The island has lots of places to visit, and they accommodate groups or single travellers, so I’m looking forward to an interesting time. I’ve gone self-catering, mind you: I hope getting supplies won’t be a headache.
If you’d told me six months ago that I’d be going on a proper safari, I’d have laughed, but all those years of filling in magazine coupons have paid off at last. A fortnight in Namibia – I can hardly believe my luck! I didn’t expect to have so many shots to be honest, but that’s a small price to pay, when you consider what’s in store. We tour around a national park from our base camp, dropping in at various lookouts and stations every day. I’m relaxed about everything but the heat: that could be an uphill struggle.
We’re creatures of habit, so it’s the good old canal barge this summer. Moving along at four miles per hour is super-chilled, and it’s amazing how much you see en route: kingfishers and otters, for example. You overnight at pubs or marinas along the way, and there’s always some entertaining company to inject some humour into our evenings. They do say that laughter is the best medicine. We only worry about what to eat when we get hungry. Eating out every night can be a bit pricey, but that’s the last thing we’re worried about at our age.
It’s the standard package holiday this year for us. You can’t beat it – everything’s paid for, so you can eat and drink as much as you like, there’s a water park for the youngsters and the nightlife is pretty good too. It’s a win-win situation, really – and you can book everything in no time at all. When it comes to holidays, you name it, we’ve done it, but this one just ticks every box. My wife is worried though: she says where’s the fun when you get it all handed to you on a plate?
It’ll be walking in the Alps this time. We’ve hired a villa in the Tyrol and we’re going with some neighbours. They fancied the Rockies, but this is the best we can do. Although the climbing will be quite demanding compared to East Anglia, once we’ve got a second wind it should be OK – fingers crossed! I’ve no doubt Derek will take his time as usual, snapping photographs, but that’ll give the rest of us a chance to catch our breath. One thing I’m a bit worried about is whether we will have packed enough layers to wear.
Which person is going on the holiday they normally take?
Which person is anticipating cold temperatures?
Which person won their holiday in a competition?
Which person considers their holiday the ultimate choice?
Which person is surprised at the medical requirements for the holiday?
Which person considers their holiday comparatively cheap?
Which person is anxious about ascents?
Which person only spent a short time considering their booking?
Which person is taking a holiday on a small vessel?
Which person is hoping the holiday will have medical benefits?
Which person will stay in different places over the holiday?
Which person is concerned about the food that will be available?
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