Lying on a beach or by a pool on your holiday may be a relaxing way to pass a couple of weeks, but sometimes going abroad is about taking time out from humdrum everyday life and really letting your hair down! We’ve selected the following holiday destinations as they all offer something a little bit different and a lot more exciting, than your average beach holiday. This summer – go wild!
Clubbing, Ayia Napa
Ayia Napa is famous for its nightlife, with a huge array of bars, pubs and nightclubs to entertain clubbers of any persuasion. Start your evening in style with a freshly mixed cocktail at Barcode, just of Ayia Napa’s main square. For themed fun move onto Bedrock, a lively bar with its Flintstones-inspired décor. Hit the dancefloor at one of the most long-standing clubs in the town: Black ‘N’ White. The urban music club has hosted many international artists and DJs, so you may be lucky enough to catch a live performance! After a long night out, retire to comfort: there is a huge selection of nice hotels in Ayia Napa to choose from.
Whitewater rafting, Tully river, Australia
With its dramatic landscape and varied landscape, Australia is the ideal location to try out extreme sports like whitewater rafting. Tully river is regarded as the no1 spot, thanks to its grade 3 and 4 rapids and warm water. Tackle over 45 rapids with just an inflatable boat, an oar and a team of like-minder thrill-seekers for company! Make sure you book with a reputable firm, who should offer you full guidance and safety equipment.
Safari, Kruger Park, South Africa
For a truly wild holiday, experience wild animals in their natural habitat. Kruger Park is home to the Big Five, so expect to see lions, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino on a safari trip. The park is vast, and accommodation options vary: choose from luxury all-inclusive lodges, to sleeping beneath the stars in a canvas tent. As well as looking out for Africa’s largest mammals, you can also scour the sky for exotic bird species, visit ancient ruins or take photographs of the view from a hot air balloon.
Full Moon Party, Ko Phangan, Thailand
The island of Ko Phangan hosts one of the world’s best parties and luckily for visitors this happens every month! Come the full moon, revelers descend on Haad Rin Beach for music, dancing, fire-eating and some unusual local concoctions. The island also has some stunning beaches, so if you’ve exhausted yourself by partying at night you can awake the next morning and head straight to the beach. Haad Rin gets busy as the Full Moon party approaches, so book accommodation in advance.
An Extreme sports adventure in the Canary Islands
If you’re an extreme sports lover then why not head to the Canaries. Tenerife is the destination of choice for those of you who love to surf and do some mountain biking. The Teide national park has some really great trails to belt down, although you’re not going to want to fall off as volcanic rock can be rather sharp. It’s also got some crazy night life with many bars operating happy hours from 9am till 9pm! All inclusive holidays to Tenerife start from £269, so get your mates together and get over there!
Use your holiday to let go of the stresses of daily life and do something really wild and unforgettable. Whether you decide to party with your friends or take part in adrenalin-pumping sports, make your 2013 getaway one to remember.
