During the recent economic difficulties, many families have been forced to forego their annual trips abroad in order to simply pay the household bills. As the cost of living rises, salary levels are not keeping pace and as a result, luxuries are often ditched in favour of the essential costs of living. However, families can continue to enjoy an annual vacation due to the increasing popularity of Cornish holidays.

Cornwall is one of the oldest counties in England, located at the far south west tip of the British mainland. Cornwall is famous for its miles of stunning scenery and is home to many hundreds of miles of public pathways. The area is particularly popular for waling and hiking holidays and camping expeditions.

There are also a number of water sports to enjoy in the English county. Cornwall is one of Europe\’s premier locations for serious surfers, due to the energetic breakers found around the whole coastline. Sailing, rowing and diving are also very popular with people an number of clubs offering both the hire of essential equipment and tuition.

There are several seaside towns and villages dotted around the Cornish coast that offer families the chance to visit fun fairs and amusement arcades. While none of these resorts are as large and brash as the likes of Blackpool and Brighton, they are quaint and picturesque. Entertainment, restaurants and quality accommodation is easily found in the coastal towns of Cornwall.

The Eden Project is a conservation initiative located in Cornwall and has huge national and international significance. This managed community is a theatre of exotic plant life all contained within a climate controlled environment. Because the project is owned and operated by a charity, the fees for entrance are cheap and family discounts are available.

Cornish holidays offer a number of beautiful locations in which to stay. Particularly popular are the ancient cottages that can be rented all over the county. Many of these holiday homes are over 400 years old and provide tourists with a unique and genuine experience of Cornwall.