Despite the fluctuating exchange rate and tightening of purse-strings all round, Europe still may not be as expensive as you think this year. With more operators than ever putting on great offers to entice customers back to some of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations there is plenty of reason to shop around and take advantage of some truly crunch-busting deals.
We’ve picked out some of the best European offers on responsibletravel.com to help you find that perfect European get-away without breaking the bank.
Beat the crunch: Here’s a couple of crunch beating offers to get you started from operators who are keen to give you value for your Euro. The owners of this
luxury Greek Island accommodation have fixed their exchange rate (at €1 = £0.795) for all 2009 holidays meaning that when you’re relaxing by the pool and enjoying the surrounding olive groves the only climate you’ll be worrying about is a Mediterranean one.
Or, if you’re looking for a more active break, how about the chance to get out and about in the spectacular mountain province of Alicante, Spain? This operator offers a wide range of
walking holidays taking in the vistas and landscapes of the region and as they’ve brought their prices back down to 2007 rates, the stunning views shouldn’t be the only thing leaving you on a high!
France could be the perfect option this year. With easy accessibility by ferry or Eurostar you can avoid the costs of a hire car as well as taking advantage of some of these great offers. How about an
adrenaline fuelled week of activities from mountain biking to rock climbing? Or explore the beautiful
Mercantour National Park on daily walks and then try your hand at cooking and wine tasting. If you’re in a group of 5-7 people one of you goes half price or with 7 or more one of you goes completely free.
Small group holidays have always been great value for money and this year you could benefit from travelling with a group even more as operators will have negotiated prices on group accommodation, often including meals, well in advance. This means you'll not only save by travelling in a group but you'll be paying prices fixed well before the exchange rate started shifting. Take a look at our great range of
small group holidays and see for yourself.
For a
walking holiday in the French Pyrenees combine spectacular mountain scenery with traditional rural France and the result is the Couserans. This network of valleys half-way between the Mediterranean and Atlantic, is tucked – seemingly forgotten - beneath meadow-crested ridges and the rugged peaks that line the border with Spain. Streams tumble to feed fish-rich rivers flowing swiftly through the meadows and orchards of the valley floors and picturesque villages are dotted along the rivers. You can take advantage of this operator’s new ‘No-Frills’ option and save 30% or more! Plus without the flight these French holidays are truly value for money not to mention responsible.
Other great European offers on responsibletravel.com include a massive 50% discount for bookings of 6 or more people on this fantastic
cooking holiday in Italy. Stay in the beautiful rural town of Monti della Tolfa and learn to cook traditional Italian cuisine as well as exploring the breathtaking scenery.
Or how about an incredible €150 saving on this
horse riding holiday in Tuscany? This trail is dedicated to riding in the wildest of the 8 winemaking landscapes, through villages and superb countryside, past medieval monasteries located high on mountainsides, past a nunnery hidden in thick forest, past a castle that was the site of a famous assassination plot, and to Tuscanys largest lake “Il Lago del Bilancino”.
There’s a great offer on this beautifully restored
self catering studio in Andalucia as well when you book before the end of February. Pay just €250 for 7 nights instead of the usual €60 per night and enjoy a massive saving of €170!
And finally, if you’re looking for a relaxing last minute get-away this Valentine’s day then why not treat yourself to a stay in this cosy wooden cabin tucked away in the
Dordogne. This crunch-beating offer includes tandem bike hire, St Valentine's hamper, fresh flowers & Champagne
Take a look at all of our European holidays and special offers here
Need help finding a great value holiday? Contact our helpdesk at amelia@responsibletravel.com By
Lani Watson, responsibletravel.com 
