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Self Catering: Scotland, Ireland, France And Cornwall
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Published: March 7, 2007
Over the years self catering destinations have become more and more popular, especially in Europe. Self catering is defined as a rental of a home or apartment, usually somewhere abroad, and living among the locals for any amount of time. People from all over the world travel to places like Spain, Italy, and France to experience this new craze.
There are many benefits to be enjoyed from self catering.
Self catering allows a traveler to get a feel of the local life by living in a private home instead of a hotel. This allows travelers to have more freedom and to save money that would otherwise be spent on food and hotel rentals.
Also, the tourist can interact with the culture more intimately via cuisine. Most self catering accommodations include a kitchen where travelers can cook and prepare their own meals. Overall, self catering allows a more intimate look at any given country. The four most popular locations for self catering in Europe are: Scotland, Ireland, France, and Cornwall.
Scotland is famous for its rolling hills, beautiful countryside, and heavy brogues. There are many different self catering Scotland options. Travelers who seek a quiet, peaceful, and scenic atmosphere will enjoy self catering in the Scottish Highlands or the Western Isles. Those looking for the hustle and bustle of the city will enjoy self catering in major cities such as Edinburgh and Glasgow.
There are a variety of self catering accommodations to choose from in Scotland. Some examples include cottages, castles, apartments, houses, and even farms. The most popular options are Portnellan Highland lodges ($600-$2500 weekly) and Foxglove Cottages ($700-$2000 weekly). The Highland lodges have a rustic wood feel to it, while Foxglove cottages have more of a modern, sleek atmosphere.Less expensive options include Loanfoot Cottage, Mountquhanie Estate ($400-$1000) and Fodderty Lodge ($400-$1000). Loanfoot Cottage offers a farm feel with wildlife grazing in the backyard, while Fodderty lodge offers breathtaking scenery and spacious accommodations.
Self Catering Ireland is famous for its fast paced pub scene, breathtaking countryside, and charming locals. Cities like Dublin and Limerick give people the ability to enjoy a drink in a local pub and stroll along the rolling countryside for a scenic look at the beautiful landscape. Tourists who welcome the quiet solitude of the countryside can enjoy self catering in Belfast and Ennis.
Some of the most popular types of accommodations include bed and breakfast establishments, cottages, and urban apartments. One of the most popular offers for Ireland is the spring offer for Castle Oaks Hotel on the Lake. The offer is extended from the months of February and March and costs around $600 weekly. Another popular offer is the Easter by Shannon deal at the Castle Oaks Hotel. A week at the lodge during Easter costs $800 for a week.
Self catering France offers many different adventures in the most romantic city in the world: Paris. The people in Paris have been described as the most refined and sophisticated people in Europe. Delis, bakeries, and coffee shops line the street to satisfy any craving. People speak highly of France's pastries, chocolate, and bread. An ideal country setting can be found in the slow paced town of Giverny, located in northern France. Rolling hills and cottages speckle the landscape and the locals are just as sparse.
Some of the most popular accommodations include cottages, apartments, and even vineyards. The most popular self catering locations in France include Les Crouquet, Jayac, Dordogne ($300-$1000), which features a large swimming pool and lots of sleeping accommodations. Les Fleurs ($400-$1400) offers a swimming pool and is a four star French tourist board accredited location. Lastly, Le Cerf Gris ($2000-$3000) offers large bedrooms and yoga, art, and cookery classes.
Self catering Cornwall involves many small towns and villages in South West England. The region is famous for it's rich Celtic history. Accommodations include bed and breakfasts, cottages, and holiday homes. Some of the most popular locations are Outer Rettalick Farm that offers a stone dwelling with large beds and a large kitchen, and the Home farm that provides a true farm experience.
Self catering is a convenient and intimate way to experience new countries and cultures. It provides travelers with the ability to truly experience what it would be like to live in another country by living in an actual home and cooking like a native.
Sources:
Martin, James. "Self Catering-Vacation in Europe Like a Local Only Better. About: Europe for Visitors. 2007. About, Inc. 22 Feb 2007 .
Self Catering in France. 2007. Self Catering Holiday Direct.biz. 22 Feb. 2007 .
Association of Scotland Self Caterers. ASSC. 2007. 22 Feb. 2007 .
Self Catering Ireland. Dream Ireland. 2007. 22 Feb. 2007 .
Cornwall Online. 2006. 22 Feb. 2007 .
There are many benefits to be enjoyed from self catering.
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Also, the tourist can interact with the culture more intimately via cuisine. Most self catering accommodations include a kitchen where travelers can cook and prepare their own meals. Overall, self catering allows a more intimate look at any given country. The four most popular locations for self catering in Europe are: Scotland, Ireland, France, and Cornwall.
Scotland is famous for its rolling hills, beautiful countryside, and heavy brogues. There are many different self catering Scotland options. Travelers who seek a quiet, peaceful, and scenic atmosphere will enjoy self catering in the Scottish Highlands or the Western Isles. Those looking for the hustle and bustle of the city will enjoy self catering in major cities such as Edinburgh and Glasgow.
There are a variety of self catering accommodations to choose from in Scotland. Some examples include cottages, castles, apartments, houses, and even farms. The most popular options are Portnellan Highland lodges ($600-$2500 weekly) and Foxglove Cottages ($700-$2000 weekly). The Highland lodges have a rustic wood feel to it, while Foxglove cottages have more of a modern, sleek atmosphere.Less expensive options include Loanfoot Cottage, Mountquhanie Estate ($400-$1000) and Fodderty Lodge ($400-$1000). Loanfoot Cottage offers a farm feel with wildlife grazing in the backyard, while Fodderty lodge offers breathtaking scenery and spacious accommodations.
Self Catering Ireland is famous for its fast paced pub scene, breathtaking countryside, and charming locals. Cities like Dublin and Limerick give people the ability to enjoy a drink in a local pub and stroll along the rolling countryside for a scenic look at the beautiful landscape. Tourists who welcome the quiet solitude of the countryside can enjoy self catering in Belfast and Ennis.
Some of the most popular types of accommodations include bed and breakfast establishments, cottages, and urban apartments. One of the most popular offers for Ireland is the spring offer for Castle Oaks Hotel on the Lake. The offer is extended from the months of February and March and costs around $600 weekly. Another popular offer is the Easter by Shannon deal at the Castle Oaks Hotel. A week at the lodge during Easter costs $800 for a week.
Self catering France offers many different adventures in the most romantic city in the world: Paris. The people in Paris have been described as the most refined and sophisticated people in Europe. Delis, bakeries, and coffee shops line the street to satisfy any craving. People speak highly of France's pastries, chocolate, and bread. An ideal country setting can be found in the slow paced town of Giverny, located in northern France. Rolling hills and cottages speckle the landscape and the locals are just as sparse.
Some of the most popular accommodations include cottages, apartments, and even vineyards. The most popular self catering locations in France include Les Crouquet, Jayac, Dordogne ($300-$1000), which features a large swimming pool and lots of sleeping accommodations. Les Fleurs ($400-$1400) offers a swimming pool and is a four star French tourist board accredited location. Lastly, Le Cerf Gris ($2000-$3000) offers large bedrooms and yoga, art, and cookery classes.
Self catering Cornwall involves many small towns and villages in South West England. The region is famous for it's rich Celtic history. Accommodations include bed and breakfasts, cottages, and holiday homes. Some of the most popular locations are Outer Rettalick Farm that offers a stone dwelling with large beds and a large kitchen, and the Home farm that provides a true farm experience.
Self catering is a convenient and intimate way to experience new countries and cultures. It provides travelers with the ability to truly experience what it would be like to live in another country by living in an actual home and cooking like a native.
Sources:
Martin, James. "Self Catering-Vacation in Europe Like a Local Only Better. About: Europe for Visitors. 2007. About, Inc. 22 Feb 2007 .
Self Catering in France. 2007. Self Catering Holiday Direct.biz. 22 Feb. 2007 .
Association of Scotland Self Caterers. ASSC. 2007. 22 Feb. 2007 .
Self Catering Ireland. Dream Ireland. 2007. 22 Feb. 2007 .
Cornwall Online. 2006. 22 Feb. 2007 .
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