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Our not-so-relaxing holiday!

July 10, 2018 by theappleandcart Leave a Comment

When looking for a suitable trip to keep my 13 year old twins entertained last summer I came across the world of multi activity holidays.

After researching a number of options I finally booked with Undiscovered Mountains and we stayed in Les Olivades hotel in Gap, southeastern France. The activities were less than 45 mins away which gave us ample opportunity to explore the area. 

We selected to try:

  • High ropes/zip line
  • Paddle boarding
  • Rock climbing
  • Giant Tyrolean
  • River kayaking
  • River/water rafting
  • Canyoning (loved this)
  • Horse riding in the Alps

The nearby Lac de Serre-Poncon was a definite favourite where we used our inflatable canoe and the kids enjoyed playing on the Wibit.

Oh…and on the way home we nipped into a local donkey sanctuary.

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Posted in: FAMILY TRIPS, FRANCE, LIFE, TRAVEL RESOURCES Tagged: family travel blogger, horse riding alps, travel, zoe cooper-clark

Let the packing begin!

June 17, 2014 by theappleandcart Leave a Comment

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In a few weeks my daughter and I will be boarding the plane for Peru. Well, I say for Peru. I mean a 30 hour trip via London Heathrow, Madrid, Lima and then onto Cusco.

So, looking down the Global Volunteer Network check list, that means it’s time to get packing!

According to GVN the key to packing for a trip to Peru, and Cusco more specifically, is to pack for a variety of conditions. Cusco is truly a land of extremes with intense sun during the day and cold mountain nights to remind you that you are 11,200 ft/3,400 mtrs.

We intend to travel outside of Cusco to Machu Picchu so we need to be ready for the heat and humidity there too. I’m hoping our experience of seven summers in Dubai will give us a head start.

Apparently, dressing in layers is the answer. Here is the suggested packing list:

  • 7 Pair of underwear
  • Daypack
  • Shampoo
  • 7 Pairs of socks
  • Water Bottle
  • Towel
  • 5 T‐shirts
  • Camera
  • Sun block
  • 3 Long‐sleeved shirts
  • Laptop (optional)
  • Soap
  • 4 Pairs of pants
  • Umbrella
  • Toothpaste
  • 2 Pairs of shorts
  • Razor
  • Swim wear
  • Jacket
  • Rain gear
  • Athletic/walking shoes
  • Hiking Boots
  • Sandals
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat

Doesn’t seem much, does it? I notice there is no mention of chargers!

Well, the aim is to travel light (background noise: husband choking on a cup of tea) with only one rucksack and a small day backpack. Accordingly, I’m expecting my daughter to treat me as her walking coat hanger and so I’m staying one step ahead of her and limiting the day bag to one.

The return luggage will be a different story altogether…

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Posted in: LIFE Tagged: dubai, dubai blogger, family, family travel blogger, peru, travel blog, volunteer trip to peru, zoe cooper-clark

60 hot summer holiday deals – worldwide

May 29, 2014 by theappleandcart Leave a Comment

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I’m always on the look out for a good excuse to take another trip, whether it’s here in the UAE or further afield. One sure way to tip the balance and convince my husband is a good old-fashioned discount.

The Entertainer,  a Dubai-based international company offering a portfolio of worldwide ‘buy one get one free’ incentives, has recently launched its ‘Hot Summer Nights’ travel promotion, offering  guests the opportunity to enjoy their holiday for longer with amazing hotel offers. The offers are so good this year, I decided to share.  All you have to do is become a member, download the app and voila!

The promotion features over 60 hotels and resorts in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Oman, Doha, Lebanon, Turkey, Maldives, Mauritius, Hong Kong, Thailand, Indonesia and Sri Lanka. Some of the participating partners include Shangri-La’s Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa in Oman, The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa, Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi, Fairmont The Palm in the UAE, plus properties across Asia and Indian Ocean including Banyan Tree Phuket, Conrad Hong Kong, Vivanta By Taj – Coral Reef Maldives, Lux* resorts and many more.

So, from the 1st of June to 31st August 2014, Entertainer Members can book one night, get one free; book two nights, get two free or even book three nights and get three free!

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So how do you become an Entertainer Member?

Simply go to www.theentertainerme.com/hotsummernights and registered as an Entertainer Member.

Yes, it’s a global offer! So anyone who’s purchased any Entertainer product can access these offers.

Even better, you can win a free travel app here on The Apple & Cart!

To celebrate the launch of the new travel app The Apple & Cart readers are being given the chance to win the travel app worth AED 450/$122.

Answer the following question and the first 3 entries will get a complimentary travel app:

Where and what would be your ideal family holiday?

Good luck!

The first three entries will be will contacted by The Entertainer group.  This gives the winner access to the Hot Summer Nights offer, but also access to 800 Buy One Night Get One Free offers for hotels across Middle East, Africa, Asia and Europe that are all valid until December 2014.

 

 

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