Yurt glamping

DISCONNECT: From daily life’s hustle and bustle.

Top tips for camping

SPENDING time in nature, sleeping under the stars, and disconnecting from daily life’s hustle and bustle. If this all sounds idyllic then camping is for you, it is sure to help you destress. To make your trip as stress­free as possible here are some top tips to help you plan your trip.

1. Research the campsite/destination in advance. Make sure you check the weather forecast, the services available, and regulations and restrictions. For example, camping is not allowed in Spain’s national parks except in high mountains.

2. Don’t over­pack; if you are new to camping, try a one­night trip first and just take the essentials as a trial run.

3. Regardless of the weather forecast or destination, always bring warm clothes with you. For example a fleece or a windbreaker.

4. Bring the correct footwear. For example, if you are camping in the mountains wear boots that offer protection and stability.

5. Charge your travel lamp, GPS, mobile phone, and other electronic devices fully before you leave, and make sure to bring a powerpack with you, also fully charged!

EXPERIENCE the latest trend in glamping with brand new wooden yurts at Daleacres campsite in Kent, England, from Experience Freedom.

Set in a pocket of grassy Kentish countryside close to sandy beaches in Hythe, the wooden yurts at Daleacres include comfortable rustic double beds and two single beds ­ one which becomes a sofa ­ ideal for couples and families, electricity and appliances to help prepare simple breakfasts and light snacks during the day.

After a long summer day at the beach or visiting the traditional market town of Hythe, glampers can enjoy a cosy summer ­ night settingwith fairy lights turned on to set the mood and the fire roaring for some tasty campfire s’mores.

With the campsite’s proximity to Port Lympne Wildlife Park, guests fall asleep to the magical sounds of the park animals ­ giraffes, bears, rhinos and more.

During the cooler evenings or autumn

The main attraction

CARAVANNING continues to gain popularity year after year.

The freedom of movement (today beach/morning mountain), without depending on weather conditions, without haste or timetables and in direct contact with nature continues to be the main attractions of a sector that is already consolidated in Spain.

months, as the yurts are available until the end of October, a wood ­ effect electric heater can keep you warm inside for a relaxing escape.

To find out more about Experience Freedom or to book, please visit www.experiencefree dom.co.uk

The Spanish Association of the Caravanning Industry and Trade (ASEICAR) estimates that more than 100,000 motorhomes, campers and caravans will travel our roads over Easter in search of beach destinations, especially on the Mediterranean coast and in mountain areas.

Although it was still possible to find available rental vehicles, 90 per cent of them have been booked for weeks, many of them since the beginning of the year.

In addition to the 8,000 motorhomes and campers in the rental fleet, there will be more than 90,000 owned vehicles, including caravans.

Hello Leapy LETTERS

Further to your article in EWN this week, I presume that you are referring to Shoiba beach. I worked (for my sins) at the National Guard King Khalid Hospital in Jeddah from 1982 to 1984. When we first went to Shoiba as a BSAC dive group it was virgin, totally unspoilt. I went back in 1989 when the ragheads had found it and it was disgusting. Nappies, tin cans, rubbish everywhere. Ugh!!

Having said that, the diving in the early days was unbelievable! Probably the best in the world!

I attach some old photos for your interest. It was me who got the bus stuck in the sand!!

Best regards

Max Kite

Dear EWN

Just seen the article you posted about my art exhibition. Very grateful to you, as always. Happy Easter to all at Euro Weekly News.

Regards

Margaret Riordan x

Hi Bill

Bill took great care to avoid mentioning Nicola Sturgeon’s husband’s criminal activity; of course she will deny any knowledge of it and continue to bang on about Scotland’s ‘Independence’.

Leaving Britain and joining the EU is NOT independence.

Good article about Semana Santa though Bill.

Yours sincerely, Brian

Johnston Benalmadena

Editor , please let me know if you still require our NIE and address etc in order to make a comment !

Yes I am from Scottish heritage ­ the Johnston clan in Dumfries !

Dear EWN

I recently had my teeth whitened by a dentist in Fuengirola at a cost of €150. Whilst there was no guarantee that it would be permanent. I was very disappointed with the results. I was advised to eat only white foods and no coloured drinks for three days, which I did. The results were far from white. Just to let people know before they part with any money to get a guarantee. I did go back to complain but was told that at my age what do you expect. I am 83. I should have been told that in the first place and I would not have had it done. I gave since used a toothpaste whitener with better results for €4.00.

Yours, Mary

Dear all,

Lux Mundi Torre del Mar would like to thank you for the excellent coverage you have provided in this week’s issue. Best wishes to you all ,hope you had a good Easter.

Hi Leapy

Kind regards, Patricia

Rothwell

I am very sorry Leapy but I am going to hold you responsible for the state the world finds itself in.

Over 30 years ago I agreed with everything you said and asked you to take up the challenge and lead the world to a better future. You refused this challenge when you were obviously the only person that was talking any sense, and making your views known.

I am shocked and bewildered every day by the decisions our world leaders make, and feel so sorry that we are leaving our grandchildren such a catastrophic mess to deal with. Thank you for agreeing with me on most subjects and it is good to know there is someone else out there with some common sense. Keep up the good work.

Kind regards,

T Wiggins

Dangerous dogs

All these predatory breeds should be banned and current owners identified and told to surrender the dogs to the RSPCA. It’s time to get tough and protect ourselves and our families from people who feel the need to own these animals. Dog licences should be obligatory and priced to ensure that only genuine dog lovers can apply to keep a dog.

Alan

Big game

All endangered species are carefully watched by thousands of scientists, vets, field officers, ecologists, rangers and other professionals. You cannot hunt endangered animals and still get a hunting permit and import permits. The Southern Giraffe is the most numerous trophy ­ there are 30,000 and ranchers can raise as many as the market demands. They are not endangered. With rhinos, some private rhinos are offered for hunts in order to raise funds for protecting the rest, while wild rhino hunts are restricted to older males who deny younger, more virile bulls access to the cows.

The whole subject is far too complex and important to listen to deceptive emotionalism from HSUS/ HSI, an organisation that collects $200 million per year but little of it gets to save the wildlife of Africa.

John Nash