British flocking to the West Country for 2008

Leading West Country holiday letting company Blue Chip Vacations reports that the poor Summer of 2007 has not dampened the enthusiasm of the British public for holidaying in the West Country.  The company is reporting a 120% increase on bookings made in January, compared to the same period in 2007.

Blue Chip Vacations represents over 300 handpicked 4 & 5 star properties across the West Country.  Each property has been chosen for its stunning location, amazing coastal or rural views or hi-spec interior.  Properties are reviewed each year to ensure they meet the high standard set not only by Blue Chip Vacations, but also by Quality in Tourism. 

Managing Director, Liam Gavin comments, “I was concerned that the disappointing Summer of last year, combined with the volatile economy and the fact that 2007 had been our best year ever (doubling 2006 bookings) would mean that growth in 2008 would be slow or even down on previous years.  However the public have proved themselves to be far from fickle over their love of Devon and Cornwall.  At this rate the West Country is definitely the place to be in 2008.”

“We are privileged, at Blue Chip Vacations, to represent some spectacular properties in the most picturesque parts of the region.  Dartmouth has a wide selection of fine restaurants, galleries and shops.  Newquay too has a number of stylish new developments along its coastline and an enduring popularity.”

9 DART MARINA, Dartmouth, Devon   -  Sleeps 4
This luxurious waterfront property sits directly on the River Dart and affords breathtaking views up and down the river and to the hills beyond.  It is an exceptional apartment boasting the ultimate in style, quality and location.  All rooms are finished to a very high standard with solid oak floorboards and doors and 100% wool carpets in the bedrooms.   Dart Marina itself is an exclusive development and benefits from on-site facilities including a luxury health spa with heated indoor pool, steam room, spa bath, fitness suite and treatment rooms.  The development also has two high quality restaurants where you can sample the best local produce.

Newquay is also one of the prime locations for the new ITV soap opera, ‘Echo Beach’ and companion series ‘Moving Wallpaper’.  Soap veterans Jason Donovan and Martine McCutcheon star in the show but the real star is Cornwall, in particular Newquay, where the series is based. 

QUAY HOUSE, Newquay   -   Sleeps 6
Probably one of the finest 3 bedroom holiday properties in North Cornwall.  Quay House is sited in an enviable position directly on Porth Beach and offers everything you would expect from a luxury holiday home.  It has its own steps down to the beach as well as 2 parking spaces.  The property has fantastic views across the bay and a balcony with outside seating.  Broadband access is also available to guests who bring their own laptop.  The open plan living room has high ceilings and bay windows, plus a 34" flatscreen TV with Sky Satellite and a DVD player.

For further details, contact:
Simon Whittam on
01803 855282 or 07802 416 420
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www.bluechipvacations.co.uk