2008 August Bank Holiday Breaks at home and abroad

Self catering August bank holiday weekends - top family fun

August bank holiday breaks are the perfect opportunity to grab a last bit of sun before winter sets in. With almost a third of the year to wait before the next bank holiday Monday, a short bank holiday break in August is ideal for a sun soaked weekend of family fun. Around the world are a vast range of destinations offering virtually guaranteed sunshine and more things to do than you could possibly try; the only hardship is selecting just one!

The August bank holiday weekend is the most popular time of the year for people to take a holiday, which means prices, especially in the package holiday industry, can soar. The popularity of August bank holiday breaks means that there is always plenty to do in the August bank holiday, but if you would prefer to bask in the sun in solitude, there are plenty of destinations to spend a gloriously peaceful self catering August bank holiday. Booking your August bank holiday break early allows you to find some excellent bargains, and if you have left it a little late, there are some wonderful August bank holiday breaks to be had here in the UK, right on your doorstep.

Great August Bank Holidays

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Top Five August Bank Holiday Destinations

August bank holiday breaks in Cornwall
Cornwall is the perfect destination for August bank holiday short breaks. Easily accessible and with some of the finest beaches in the UK, Cornwall offers a vast range of things to do for an August bank holiday family fun weekend.

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August bank holiday breaks in Edinburgh
The August bank holiday coincides with the last week of the Edinburgh Festival, providing some of the best August bank holiday days out around. There is endless entertainment to enjoy, but book early as accommodation goes fast.

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August bank holiday breaks in the Costa del Sol
Spending the August bank holiday in Spain is ideal for family activity holidays in the sun. The sun shines all day, and the warm Mediterranean waters and golden beaches are magnificent for a relaxing bank holiday Monday.

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August bank holiday breaks in Bruges
If you are looking for a cultural or romantic August bank holiday getaway, the short trip to Bruges is a very tempting possibility. The unrivalled combination of culture and cuisine is sure to please, especially for older families.

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August bank holiday breaks in the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds are an excellent choice for August bank holiday breaks. It has never been easier to keep the family active and healthy with the endless walking, cycling and horse riding possibilities on bank holiday Monday.

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First things first though; when is the August bank holiday? The date of the August bank holiday Monday always falls on the last Monday of August, which, in 2008 is the 25th August. Although the date of the August bank holiday is unique to England, Wales and Northern Ireland, there are always a huge number of August bank holiday events occurring throughout Europe, as the date often coincides with local summer festivals, fairs and festivities, providing plenty of things to do for the August bank holiday weekend.

It seems a real shame not to take full advantage of the rare 3 day weekend afforded by a bank holiday Monday. With many of our holiday home owners happy to take short bookings, if you cannot take the full week off, there are some fantastic August bank holiday short breaks to be discovered. If you are thinking of a short bank holiday weekend of family fun, there are some excellent choices within the UK, cutting out travelling time, and giving you much more time with which to enjoy your August bank holiday days out to the full.

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Connemara Seaside Property: Bru Na Mara
2 bedrooms to sleep 3
From £185 per week
County Galway | Ireland

Lovely and sunny apartment in Rome Salario/Parioli
1 bedrooms to sleep 3
From £419 per week
Rome | Italy

Costa del Sol apartment
2 bedrooms to sleep 4
From £250 per week
Mijas Costa | Spain

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Connemara Seaside Property: Bru Na Mara
Ireland , County Galway
Bru na Mara is a beautiful complex just outside Carna that combines traditional design with modern comfort. The site overlooks a small harbour, and has spectacular views of the sea, the historic Mason and St MacDara's islands, and the beautiful su... [full details of property 50766]

Lovely and sunny apartment in Rome Salario/Parioli
Italy , Rome & Lazio , Rome
Trasone 22 offers elegant private accommodations in the exclusive Parioli quarter of Rome. In a 1950s building and furnished with antiques, three available apartments are located on the ground floor. For your comfort, all of them have been recentl... [full details of property 69548]

Costa del Sol apartment
Spain , Andalucia , Malaga Province (Costa del Sol) , West Costa del Sol , Mijas area , Mijas Costa
Costa del Sol apartment for holiday rentals. With two bedrooms and two bathrooms, and a very large living room. The terrace, which is approximately 4m x4m faces out across beautiful gardens to the swimming pools. One of these is for small children... [full details of property 16978]

Charming 2-room apartment in the middle of the historical center of Ostuni
Italy , Puglia , Brindisi , Ostuni
This very charming flat is tastefully decorated and located in the middle of the historical centre of Ostuni. The apartment is 65 square metres ideal for couples or families (up to four) who want to live in the centre of the most classic and roman... [full details of property 86853]

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