Inspiration for 2012 May School Half Term Holidays

Make the most of the May half term break with your family

The May school half term in 2012 will actually take place in early June, and provides a rare opportunity for you and your family to escape daily routines, relax and have a little fun together. With temperatures beginning to climb and the whole country shaking off the winter blues, a May half term holiday is a fantastic way to refresh, invigorate and entertain the whole family. But with so many places to go in half term, the only problem is deciding which your ideal half term holiday cottage is!

In 2012, the May half term dates are from Saturday 2nd June to Sunday 10th June, giving you a full week from Saturday 2nd June to rent a half term holiday cottage in your ideal destination. The May half term holidays is before the start of the peak tourist season, so there are a magnificent range of destinations to explore, which means you can indulge your sense of adventure and nurture your children's love and respect for the great outdoors from scuba diving holidays to African safaris, Austrian mountain biking breaks to Scottish walking and fishing holidays. During the May half term, cities and towns are awash with special events, festivals and shows, giving London, Paris and Barcelona a whole new appeal, if any were needed!

May Half Term dates 2012
Saturday 2 June 2012 to Sunday 10 June 2012

Great May Half Term Holidays

Top Five May Half Term Holiday Destinations

May Half Term Holidays in Devon

With only short distances to travel, half term holidays in Devon are stress free. Devon is a wonderful destination in May, with an enormous number of attractions and wonderful leisure options, especially sailing and riding.

May Half Term Breaks in Wales

Wales is home to some of the best terrain for outdoor activities in Britain. You and your family can enjoy activities from riding to white water rafting, walking to land yachting, with some magnificent restaurants for an evening treat.

May Half Term Holidays in Menorca

Menorca is the most unspoilt of the Balearic Islands, yet still remains an activity hub of the highest quality. Half term breaks here are a magnificent mix of scenery, culture and activity, perfect for recharging your batteries.

May Half Term Holidays in Madeira

The Caribbean may be a little far for a single weeks holiday, Madeira is Europe's answer! With a gloriously warm climate, stunning beaches and a huge range of activities, your whole family will love their break.

May Half Term Holidays to Paris

Disneyland Paris is a hive of activity during the May half term, although the crowds can get pretty large. In the evenings, if the crowds become too much, the adults can enjoy the sophistication of a Paris city break as well. 

Climatic conditions during the May half term are ideal for adventure holidays. Temperatures are beginning to warm to summer conditions, yet the sting of the scorching summer heat has not yet appeared, allowing you to enjoy fantastically active holidays in some of the most exotic locations around the world in comfort. Egypt, Morocco and Mauritius are particularly exciting options for May half term activity holidays, especially as the beaches are overwhelmingly tempting after a long day of adventure.

The May half term break really marks the start of summer, creating endless options for half term activities around the world. From sailing to mountain biking, fishing to golf, there are more half term activities than you could possibly attempt in a week, meaning it has never been easier to keep children active, entertained and happy than it is during the school half term in May. To find what activity options are available from any particular half term holiday cottage, check the individual advert from the holiday cottage that catches your eye. Information on private facilities, from swimming pools to DVD players, tennis courts to games room are also included.

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