Sharm El Sheikh is an extremely popular holiday destination in Egypt but it is also now widely known as the perfect location for enthusiastic divers. If you want to get a close up view of tropical fish, and take to the deep water in the Red Sea then you’d struggle to pick a warmer and luxurious destination.

The water really is crystal clear and you with a good set of high quality goggles and an air tank you can explore for hours. The corals really are beautiful in colour, and if you have a waterproof camera then you may not want to forget it. The temperature of the water changes and you can find areas that actually feel as though you’ve stepped in to a Jacuzzi.

Once you’ve completed a day of diving you can eat dig in to the African culture and explore the other amazing parts of this fabulous city. It’s developed significantly over the years and you certainly don’t have a limited range of clubs, restaurants and bars.

Cancun may have been a quiet village back in the day but it’s now very much a thriving beach holiday destination in Mexico. There are many different resorts to choose form, white sandy beaches and glorious scenery.

You can also find a lively range of clubs, bars, restaurants and live music venues and in the summer you can be guarenteed late closing hours. The resort often attracts a large number of Americans, while there are numerous shopping centres and facilities for those seeking well priced goods.

Cancun does still have it secluded areas, and if you explore a little bit further you can come across natural caves, reefs and peaceful gardens. If you’re looking to get a taste of the Mexican culture and enjoy high quality accommodation and plenty of facilities in the process, then Cancun is an ideal holiday destination.

Did you know Botswana is Africa’s most exclusive destination for a safari? Below are four reasons why you should chose a Botswana safari for your next holiday:

Luxury Combined with Authenticity

Standards are extremely high in Botswana’s camps with top quality wines, food, service and accommodation. The huge tented suites are spacious and will often comprise a bedroom, living area, outdoor decking and luxurious en-suite bathroom. What’s more, these suites will be under white flowing canvas meaning you can combine the luxury safari experience with an authentic, wilderness one too.

Unusual Destinations

In Botswana you’ll find some really unusual places and landscapes which make your holidays here even more special. The Okavango Delta, for example, is a spectacular area of wetlands where the Okavango River runs inland. It’s rich in wildlife and there are lots of different ways to explore, including hopping into a traditional mokoro canoe and floating along the shimmering water channels. Elsewhere you’ll find the wild, stark Central Kalahari Game Reserve, a desert area. It’s difficult to survive in such a harsh place but the San Bushmen have been in the area for thousands of years and can share their fascinating secrets of survival with you.

Lots of Private Reserves

There are lots of private reserves in Botswana which are home to incredible wildlife populations but also have less visitors. This means you won’t be bumping into lots of people. You’ll have a good degree of privacy as you explore and it’s most unlikely that you’ll have to share your sightings with other tourists.

Elephant Activities

Elephant populations in Botswana are prolific and for that reason it’s one of the best places to go if you’re an enthusiast. There are several camps where you get even closer to these magnificent creatures. At Stanley’s Camp, guests can enjoy a special elephant experience where you will walk with a trio of habituated elephant as they forage for their breakfast and, after the walk, you’ll sit down to a delicious lunch. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about elephant behaviour and interaction.

Occasionally safari lodges can cost more than 5 star hotels, so what exactly are the benefits? Well, location is always important and the majority of safari lodges can guarantee beautiful surrounding views of the African wilderness and plenty of fascinating wildlife within close proximity.

You get a real sense of peace and seclusion, and you’re not queuing for food or surrounded by tourists; you’re served and waited on. You can also get you own private pool, while the lodges themselves are often extremely comfortable. When you wake up to have a breakfast brought to you, you can start a day on a safari, looking out for elephant, lions and rhino, while a tasty dish is waiting for you when you return.

Luxury lodges are all about having a different level of service, and that along with the superb location often means that prices are high, but you’ll certainly be guarantee unique accommodation, and it will be absolutely nothing like your previous stays at hotels and complexes.