Monday, 3 November 2014

Camping discount cards, a good solution to reduce costs.

One of the strengths of going camping is the cost savings compared to other accommodations such as hotels. For campers there are common discount cards that boost the cost savings that many seek.

If you are thinking of going camping in Benidorm or the Costa del Sol for the winter you must visit the websites of the candidates / campsites to see what kind of cards they accept. Normally campsites in Benidorm and Malaga should have the same discounts when using the same card.

As campers are becoming more and more demanding, camping cards also offer deals and discounted access to museums or tourist attractions or access insurance plans with many advantages for caravans or motorhomes. 
Camping cards provide European campers a variety of services and certainly better the experience spent when away from the campsite.

ASCI Card.

ASCI card is a discount card that can be used in over 2700 campsites across twenty countries in Europe. It is available through the ASCI website for € 14.95 (postage not included). The card is sent with a guide which has a short description of all the campsites listed in ASCI system. ASCI card is very simple to use, just fill in the required information and present the card at participating ASCI campsites  in order to get  a discount from  12€ to 18 €  for two adults. Children also have deals with ASCI card.

Best Deal Card.

The Best Deal card is a European site (they have over 700 members) which offer a 10€ a night deal for two adults, including space for a motorhome and even pets. 
Best Deal Card camper allows you to find discounts for example,  book 7 nights and pay 6, a welcome drink, etc. In Europe there are several different cards for campers.


ICC Card .

The ICC Card ( Internationa Camping Cardl) could be termed a "passport for acamper." With it you can get a discount of up to 25% in both low and high season in over 1000 campsites throughout Europe. And thanks to the ICC card, all camper companions (up to 11 people) are protected with liability insurance during their stay. In Spain you can get it through the Spanish Federation Campers Club or Royal Automobile Club (RACE).


Europe Camping Key Card.

Europe Camping Key Card (ECKC) is another loyalty camper’s card in Europe. The ECK has discounts for stays in more than 2,500 campsites in Europe. Facilities including accident insurance to third parties and promotions in stores like Decathlon and Repsol. The Europe Camping Key Card offers campers a wide range of discounts for water parks, parks or museums, , which help to broaden the experience of going camping  for 16 euros  a year.


Discounts, insurance, very cheap deals, etc ... camping discount cards provide European campers a variety of services and experiences off-campsite as well. 

Camping Villasol
http://www.camping-villasol.com

Friday, 24 October 2014

Halloween in Benidorm

Halloween night is coming and Benidorm is a perfect place to enjoy a special evening of fear and fun. Most hotels in Benidorm celebrate Haloween in a special way.  Nightclubs and discos also propose specific plans to enjoy this big night of terror.
But what is the origin of Halloween?

Origin of Halloween
Almost everyone has in mind the image   of Anglo costumes, to trick-or-treat  to our  neighbors house, etc.;   but what is the origin of Halloween?

Its roots come from a Celtic festival: Samhain, the end of the harvest season, where they began a new year. The Celtic tradition was assimilated by other cultures and religions and it has been said that the Irish immigrants brought the tradition to the New World.

In Spain it is known as the night previous to the Feast of All Saints, celebrated on November 1. The All Saints Day is a Catholic tradition that was established to compensate for any holy celebration in honor of any saint throughout the year.  Over time the night before this celebration was well known as the night of the dead one, very similar to the Anglo custom.

Why spend Halloween weekend in Benidorm? 
In Benidorm you can enjoy all year round its warm Mediterranean climate, which thanks to the excellent temperature allows you to spend nice days full of sun and beach or to take advantage of the wonderful tourist attractions that the city of Benidorm offers.

Also, for Halloween  weekend, there are many special events  organized. It is a weekend in which families with children or young people find all kinds of activities to take part in.

Special Halloween Activities in Benidorm 
The zoo, Terra Natura Benidorm, offers (from October 9 to November 3) several children's activities especially tailored for families with children who want to partake in fun makeup and  candy workshops (included in the  admission price).

For large and small, the Terra Mitica theme park is dressed in Halloween since October 4 and all shows and activities are organized to scare visitors: covens, tales from the crypt or the Grand Parade Halloween are just some of the many attractions these days can be enjoyed in the park.

For those who wants to  be scared and a have  good time dancing, all clubs in Benidorm have prepared special Halloween parties with costume contests, "scary" drinks and  an atmosphere where everyone should enjoy a fun night out.

Moreover, most  hotels and campsites offer their guests Halloween parties, costume awards and more on this special night.

Where to stay in Benidorm in Halloween?
The accommodation in Benidorm is extensive and it has the possibility to adapt to all tastes, needs and possibilities.

Hotels, hostels or pensions; caravans and bungalows at camping in Benidorm an offer for all tastes and pockets.

Spending Halloween weekend in a campsite in Benidorm can be a perfect alternative for those looking for something different and also at a very reasonable price.

Renting a bungalow, caravan or mobile homes offers many advantages: very comfortable accommodation at a lower price than hotel, freedom of movement and the ability to be in touch with nature while enjoying all the tourist attractions Benidorm offers.  It is a very good option if you are traveling with family or a group of friends.

Camping Villasol
Campsite in Benidorm