Direct Holidays Reveals Its Customers' 2010 Long Haul Hotspots

The UK’s most trusted direct holiday operator, Direct Holidays, has launched a new brochure, showcasing its best holiday hotspots according to its mot trusted source – its customers.

The new Hotspots brochure is a dedicated collection of holidaymakers’ favourite hotels and resorts around the world, including long haul destinations such as the Maldives, Caribbean and Florida. All hotels listed have either been selected based on past customer feedback or the best-selling hotels in the Direct Holidays collection – helping holidaymakers fine tune their summer sun search.

Steve Barrass, Managing Director, Direct Holidays, said; “We like to do things differently at Direct Holidays so rather than telling you where we think you should go this year, we thought we’d let our customers to do the talking.”

To help holidaymakers on their way, here’s a selection of Direct Holidays customers’ top picks for long-haul destinations next summer.

•         Kenya – New for summer 2010, Direct Holidays’ top tip is the 4 star Severin Sea Lodge on the North Mombasa Coast.  Ideal for couples looking for a relaxing beach holiday, this traditional African style hotel is situated on a white sand beach away from the crowds.

14 nights at the 4 star Severin Sea Lodge costs from £82 per person per night on an all inclusive basis, based on departures from London Gatwick airport between 1st – 12th May 2010.

•         Mexico – Rated 96 for accommodation overall, the Iberostar Quetzal/Tucan in Playacar is located on a beautiful beachfront and offers endless facilities including a choice of three pools (one exclusively for adults), watersports and a pampering spa.

14 nights at the 4 star plus Iberostar Quetzal/Tucan in Playacar costs from £90 per person per night on an all inclusive basis, based on departures from Manchester airport between 1st – 12th May 2010

•         Florida – Lake Wilson and Sandy Ridge Villas are deal for Orlando holidaymakers looking for a quiet retreat and plenty of their own space after a busy day at the nearby theme parks. All individually styled, the villas are amongst customers’ top choices for the area, coming complete with their own private villa, car hire and a choice of three, four or five bedrooms.

14 nights at the 4 star Lake Wilson and Sandy Ridge Villas costs from £66 per person per night on a self catering basis, based on departures from Manchester airport between 1st – 12th May 2010

•         Cuba – Rated 90 by holidaymakers for overall experience, the Iberostar Tainos in Varadero is ideal for couples and families alike.  There’s a great range of activities including windsurfing and scuba diving for the adults and a hotel run kids club and mini disco for the little ones.

14 nights at the 4 star Iberostar Tainos in Varadero costs from £72 per person per night on an all inclusive basis, based on departures from Manchester airport between 1st - 12th May 2010.

•         Maldives – The Chaaya Lagoon Hakuraa Huraa on the Meemu Atoll is one of Direct Holidays’ most popular Maldivian hotels. Previously called the Hakuraa Club, this was the first hotel in the Maldives to offer water bungalows and has been popular ever since. The hotel includes a PADI diving school for those wanting to explore the coral reefs.

14 nights at the 4 star Chaaya Lagoon Hakuraa Huraa on the Meemu Atoll costs from £119 per person per night on an all inclusive basis, based on departures from London Gatwick between 1st – 12th May 2010.

•         Dominican Republic – Stylish accommodation and a beachfront location have no doubt helped the Iberostar Costa Dorada hotel achieve customer ratings of 92 for overall holiday experience.  With a choice of three a la carte restaurants to choose from too, all inclusive offers really good value for money.   

14 nights at the 5 star Iberostar Costa Dorada costs from £75 per person per night on an all inclusive basis, based on departures from Manchester airport between 1st – 12th May 2010

To order a Hotspots brochure, visit www.directholidays.co.uk/brochures, call its dedicated call centres 0871 664 7500 or pop into one of its four high street stores within the UK and Northern Ireland.