Devon is a very popular holiday destination in the UK.  Devon has three major towns Exeter, Plymouth and Torbay and just happens to be the third largest county in England.  Devon has relied on tourism to sustain its economy and this has been helped by the beautiful national parks of Dartmoor and Exmoor, its wonderful beaches and the odd Devonshire cream tea.  If you are looking for some where to take a family vacation or a short weekend break then Devon is one of the best choices you can make.

Devon is blessed with a wide variety of award winning accommodation so you will be able to find a hotel or other accommodation that will be perfect for you.  The hotels in Devon range from your typical city hotels and motels to the seaside guesthouses and bed and breakfasts to the more luxurious country house hotels and manors.  If you are worried about your carbon footprint you will also be able to find a number of green accommodations suppliers.

Those that want to visit Devon in their own caravan or mobile home will be delighted with the excellent campsites that Devon has to offer.  You will find campsites located in the countryside as well as close to the Devonshire coast both of which offer stunning views.  If you want to enjoy a caravan holiday and don’t own one you’ll find many sites that will hire you one.  You can even rent classic Volkswagen camper vans for your holiday.

If you like to enjoy a more relaxed holiday then you might want to try some of Devon’s self catering accommodation.  You’ll find some luxurious holiday cottages in Devon that will meet the needs of any family, group or couple looking to stay in the region.  These Devon cottages come with everything you’ll need in the kitchen and home as well as beautiful gardens.  Many holiday cottages also come complete with their own spas, hot tubs or above ground swimming pools which are fantastic when the weather is good.  Many of them are in the heart of the Devonshire countryside offering peace and tranquillity as well as access to a number of outdoor pursuits.

There are plenty of attractions and things to do in Devon.  Some of the most popular attractions include The Milky Way theme park and Crealy Great Adventure park as well as Dartmouth Castle and the National Marine Aquarium.  The beaches in Devon have a number of Blue Flag awards that represent that the beach and sea are clean.  The North Devon coast has sandy beaches with sheer cliffs looking over them.  The beaches in the South of Devon are a contrast as they are surrounded by red sandstone cliffs and have beaches covered in stones.

There are plenty of places to eat in Devon with a variety of local restaurants offering fine food.  A large number of these local restaurants use local sources for their fish, poultry and dairy products as well as home grown vegetables to give dinners a true taste of what Devon has to offer.  You will also find a wide range of farmers markets where you will be able to sample local strawberries, jam, fruit and home grown vegetables.

Whatever you decide Devon is a wonderful place to visit and should be a popular holiday destination for many tourists this summer.

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