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Oh yeeea – caravan holidays are what you need if you want a cool holiday I tell ya! We go on our every month now because it is so cheap, I work hard and so does the missus and we can get away from it all – leave the tech behind and just relax.

I would recommend everyone go on caravan holidays at least once, really it is brilliant fun, you meet loads of like minded people – it’s relaxed and gives you a chance to unwind, especially if you are like me and have a stressful and demanding job.

Whether you’re looking to travel to Mombasa, Kenya for some well deserved rest and relaxation or simply for business, the accommodation options in the North Coast are ample and cater for all pocket sizes.

For the hedonistic traveller, there are a number of four and five star beach resorts that line the North Coast of Mombasa, some of which offer an all-inclusive deal for their guests. Located on wide stretches of palm fringed, powdery white sandy beaches, these resorts have an atmosphere reminiscent of Swahili culture. With air-conditioned, beautifully designed deluxe suites and standard rooms either facing the sea or lush gardens, these luxurious hotels have a wide selection of well equipped rooms to choose from. The rooms also generally are equipped with satellite TV, mini bars and a safe. There are also conference facilities available for those who are in Mombasa on business.

Most beach resorts have more than one pool and a choice of bars and restaurants that are open throughout the day. Entertainment is provided by local bands and traditional dancers while you enjoy your dinner. Hotels such as the Sarova Whitesands and Serena Beach Hotels have in-house health and beauty spas which offer a variety of treatments to help you relax and rejuvenate. There are also gyms, tennis and squash courts, yoga and aerobics classes available on the hotel grounds. For those travelling with children, there are children’s clubs and activities organized to help keep the little ones entertained while you enjoy your sporting activities.

If you’re not fussed about expensive Egyptian cotton sheets and Italian tiled bathrooms and are looking for a more homely environment away from the crowds, there are self-catering, fully equipped beach cottages available in Mombasa. In most cases, you can hire a cook cum cleaner at a negotiable, reasonable rate. These are ideal for groups of people or families travelling together.

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The tourist destination is now divided into three main areas: the archaeological site, the pueblo or town, and the hotel zone.

Tulum hotels at the pueblo are approximately 3 kilometers away from the beachfront. So, inland Tulum accommodation can still offer guests a fast way to the town’s famous Caribbean beaches. A hotel in town where we stayed has unique design that captivates attention of each visitor. Hotel room has an alcove sitting window which gives tourist a cozy nook to relax in while reading a book or indulging in some me-time at the end of the day. Additionally, each sitting window is framed with sun shades and when you need quality time other than a beach, you can just relax in the infinity pool or in the wet lounge surrounded by an exquisite garden. Tulum pueblo is indeed a destination for shopping, great restaurants, a modest night life, booking tours, banking, shopping for food, local vegetables, fruits, cafes, and local flavor.

If you are staying on the beach and trying to save money, it is wise to stock up on food and drinks in the pueblo because there are not too many restaurant options on the beach and are comparatively quite expensive. Strip of beach lined with hotels or small cabanas was characterized by their unique and personalized services given in their little beach clubs, restaurants, rooms services, spas, yoga studios and cocktail bars. Staying in Tulum in a day is not enough for Scuba diving, Snorkeling, experiencing San ka’an adventure, Mayan Inland expedition, kayak bird watching and whale shark tour. Not just that, It’s so nice waking up to the sound of the Caribbean Sea gently lapping the shore and generally forget about anything else other than relaxation.