Brits Head to Canaries in Bid to Prolong Summer

According to the Met Office, the three months from May to July 2007 saw record-breaking rainfall across England and Wales since records began over 240 years ago. As autumn draws nearer, while some people are considering a rural retreat in the British countryside, others are contemplating a late holiday abroad after the floods put a damper on the British summertime.

"The Canaries are a great location for holidaymakers at this time of year," explains Malcolm Greenslade, the director of Greenslades Villa Holidays. "Our holiday rentals in Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, Tenerife and Gran Canaria are proving particularly popular at the moment. After the disappointing summer we’ve had here in the UK, people are eager to prolong the season by getting away."

Costa Teguise beach in Lanzarote

The Canary Islands are an obvious choice of destination due to their favourable, year-round temperatures and sub-tropical climate. The average monthly temperatures across the seasons are from 18 to 24 degrees Celsius, indeed, the climate is thought of by many as eternal springtime.

"The great weather also means the islands offer ideal bathing conditions throughout the year," says Mr. Greenslade. "This makes the Canaries a superb holiday destination, not only for people looking for a relaxing seaside break, but also for those who enjoy water sports such as windsurfing."

Greenslades Villa Holidays have a range of privately owned holiday rental apartments and villas not only in the Canary Islands, but also in the popular Balearic Island of Minorca (Menorca). Due to the team’s extensive knowledge of the islands and resorts, the company can provide a personalised service and impartial advice to the increasing number of repeat clients.

"Whenever anyone decides to go on holiday, we think it’s important that they have access to as much information and support as possible," explains Mr. Greenslade. "Not only are we dedicated to providing great value holidays combined with quality accommodation, but we also give holidaymakers who are trying to decide upon their holiday destination, regular access to new properties, news and holiday offers. Our personalised service also means we can help those with a specific holiday in mind. So whether someone is looking for a golf holiday or a water sporting adventure, we can help them find the right property for them."

Son Parc beach in Menorca

Organising a stay in a holiday rental can be daunting for those who have always bought package holidays or arranged to stay in hotels in their chosen location. However, booking such a property does not need to be complicated or stressful.

"When people first come to us they may have never stayed in a holiday rental before and have all sorts of concerns," explains Mr. Greenslade. "However, we soon relay any worries with our friendly, comprehensive service. Clients quickly realise that not only do we provide a great selection of properties, but we also provide extra services such as travel insurance, access to airport hotels and parking facilities, assistance with arranging car hire and transfers, and health and safety advice."

When it comes to organising flights, Greenslades offers availability from almost all UK airports to Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Minorca (Menorca). The company holds an Air Travel Organisers Licence (ATOL), issued by the Civil Aviation Authority and is therefore fully bonded which provides the necessary financial security and reassurance.

Greenslades takes special care to monitor any changes to flight schedules which occur from time to time, benefiting from a close working relationship with all the major charter airlines. During the holiday booking process, the company endeavours to search for the most suitable flight timings in line with the best competitive price.

"Before our clients fly off to enjoy the Spanish sun, we provide them with the essential tools for building the perfect holiday," adds Mr. Greenslade.

Greenslades Villa Holidays specialise in holiday rentals in Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Minorca (Menorca).

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