Brighton holiday travel

Britain’s answer to the French Riviera and Spain’s Costa del Sol may not be their equal in terms of sand and sun but it’s a mere hour’s traveling form London and has a special, if somewhat dated, appeal to the English. Its wealth of attractions and enduring charm continues to make it one of the UK’s most popular summer holiday destinations.

Where to stay – hotels

Brighton hotels are mainly to be found in the city centre and near the attractions. Though there are also Brighton holiday rentals to be found in the surrounding areas. There’s always the opportunity to book accommodation in one of Brighton’s guesthouses or bed and breakfast establishments.

Most convenient is to book a hotel in Brighton. Many of the reputed hotels in Brighton can be booked on-line as they operate on-line reservation services. During summer time it can get really crowded and it is best to secure your room in advance by booking a hotel in Brighton on-line.

Another advantage of booking your Brighton hotel in advance on-line is that most likely the rates will be discounted. For online booking of Brighton hotels we suggest looking at the user-friendly DirectRooms.com, they have a very good selection also.

What to do

Brighton’s top tourist attraction is without a doubt Brighton beach. When the weather is pleasant it attracts a crowd and the water’s temperature is good enough for a dip.

Between the two piers most of the outdoor cafes, fish n chip shops, bars and tourist tack are to be found which all together make it a pleasant of dining and fun.

The ornate Royal Pavilion is one of the Georgian buildings that is worthwhile a visit. Located a few blocks back from the waterfront, the Pavilion is a flamboyant summer palace with its ornately spiraled domes and exterior inspired from Indian architecture enclosing an equally stunning interior.

A wide range of shops is to be found among the ‘Lanes’ area. It is a real shoppers paradise and the bohemian centre of the town boasting some excellent vegetarian restaurants.

What to see – by car hire

If you really want to enjoy the grandeur of the chalk cliffs that typify the Sussex coastline it is highly recommended to make a trip by hire car along this lovely stretch of Britain’s coast. Brighton car hire can be reserved on-line and includes well known names such as Avis, Hertz, National and Budget.

Immediately north, inland, is the Devil's Dyke, carved into the heart of the Sussex downs, it’s a charming area of English countryside and good for some nice trips by foot.

Other quaint spots worth investigating are the small towns of Alfriston, Lindfield and Petworth, the well known gardens of Leonardslee, Nyman’s and Borde Hill, and the historic houses of Great Dixter, Parham and Standen. More on hire cars in Brighton

Those who love outdoor activities will appreciate the South Downs Way, a historic trial perfect for walking and biking that winds its way from the Seven Sisters to the enchanting village of Winchester in neighbouring Hampshire.