Self-Catering Long Haul Trips Could Help to Solve the Cash Flow Crisis

    CRAWLEY, ENGLAND, April 22, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Going All Inclusive is not the only way to rein back the costs on a long haul holiday this year. Self-catering stays on tropical islands or in US cities could provide another cost-cutting solution for cash-strapped holidaymakers, according to Hayes & Jarvis (0871 664 0246 www.hayesandjarvis.com). To prove it, the long haul specialist has introduced luxury self-catering apartments on the east coast of Mauritius and overlooking Long Beach Marina in Los Angeles to add to a trio of great value three and four star options already available in Barbados and a money-saving Dubai alternative.

GO IT ALONE IN THE LUXURY OF A MAURITIUS BEACH FRONT APARTMENT:
Hayes & Jarvis' newest introduction on Mauritius provides a luxurious alternative to the traditional half board hotel resorts more widely available on the Island. At Paradise Beach Apartments the experience is more akin to that of a private villa. Each of the 11 fully-serviced three-bedroom ensuite apartments comes with its own luxury kitchen, complete with all the gadgets you could wish for. However, with the wealth of good restaurants available nearby, these kinds of Mauritius holidays provide the greatest possible flexibility, allowing holidaymakers to combine eating in and out.

Located on one of the island's best stretches of white sand beach at Pointe D'esny with beautiful sea views, the apartments also share a decked swimming pool for lounging around. Departing on 17 June, a seven night Hayes & Jarvis self-catering package at Paradise Beach Apartments costs GBP949 per person, saving GBP363 (28 per cent). The luxury apartment package includes Air Mauritius flights from London Heathrow and transfers.

JOIN THE BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE AT LONG BEACH, LA
From the balcony of Hayes & Jarvis' newest self-catering apartments in LA, there are views over the smart Long Beach Marina. Ideally located close to the Pacific Coast Highway and a 10-minute walk to quaint Seal Beach nearby, with its boutique shopping and restaurants, Long Beach Marina Apartments have a host of facilities for both couples and families. There's a swimming pool, tennis courts, fitness centre, spa and steam room as well as a fully-equipped kitchen.

Departing on 6 June, a seven night Hayes & Jarvis self-catering package at Long Beach Marina Apartments costs GBP949 per person, saving GBP135 per person (12.5 per cent) and includes Continental Airlines flights from London Heathrow and transfers.

KEEP THE COSTS DOWN IN DUBAI
Golden Sands Apartments in Bur Dubai offer the style, luxury and amenities of a deluxe hotel - including a swimming pool, but with the convenience of a self-catering 'home from home'. A short walk from the shopping malls, the three-star apartments provide particularly good value accommodation for families.

Departing on 10 June, a seven-night Hayes & Jarvis self-catering package at Golden Sands Apartments costs GBP695 per person, saving GBP81 (over 10 per cent), and this includes KLM flights from London Heathrow and transfers. Families can also make savings on a one week KLM flight-inclusive stay starting on 16 August when the price of dubai holidays for a family of four is GBP2,689, saving GBP402 (13 per cent).

BARBADOS WITHOUT BREAKING THE BANK
Barbados can be a bargain, especially if you opt for a self-catering apartment instead of a hotel - and Hayes & Jarvis has a trio of three and four star options to choose from. In the heart of St Lawrence Gap, Rostrevor Hotel has its own sandy beach and swimming pool and is close to the resort's bars and restaurants. Cheerfully-furnished self-catering apartments all have excellent ocean views and a kitchenette with microwave, refrigerator, coffee and tea making facilities.

Departing on 1 June, a seven-night Hayes & Jarvis flight-inclusive self-catering package at the three-star hotel costs GBP799 per person, saving GBP178 (18 per cent) and including BA flights from London Gatwick. Alternatively, a family of four can stay for a week in a two-bedroom oceanfront room for GBP3,149, saving GBP579 (15 per cent) including flights from London Gatwick with Virgin Atlantic on 12 August.

Just five minutes' drive from St Lawrence Gap on Maxwell Beach, Bougainvillea Beach Resort is great value for money at four-star level. Its air-conditioned studio accommodation has a fully-equipped kitchen and a seven-night Hayes & Jarvis package, departing on 15 June, costs GBP899 per person, saving GBP237 (21 per cent) and including BA flights from London Gatwick.

South coast Butterfly Beach Hotel is a third great value self-catering option set on the white sands of Oistin Bay, with access to two breathtaking beaches. Departing on 29 May, a seven-night Hayes & Jarvis self-catering studio package costs GBP779 per person, saving GBP150 (16 per cent), and includes BA flights from London Gatwick.

Website: http://www.hayesandjarvis.co.uk

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