Another year is nearly at an end, but to find the light at the end of the tunnel, let’s look forward to 2012 and some of the top places to visit – after all, with another mammoth bank holiday (thanks Liz) why not spend time somewhere new?
Close to home, but not to be sniffed at is London. The Olympics promise to make our grey capital into something shiny and new and with the chance to see the finest athletic action in the world, it’s going to be a great summer in old Blighty. Plus, there’s no worrying about expensive flights and a rubbish exchange rate.
Japan suffered a devastating earthquake and tsunami last year and as if that weren’t enough, the resulting nuclear breakdown reallybrought tough times for the country. But 2012 is the year that Japan will get back on its feet and you could help – the Japanese government are thinking about giving away 10,000 free flights to the country, to help re-build it’s economy and tourism business. The final decision will be made in March, so if you’ve always fancied visiting the great nation of Japan, then 2012 is the year to do it.
For amazing natural wonders, you can’t beat the dazzling Northern Lights and if you want to get a great view, then take NASA’s advice and head to Reykjavik, Iceland in 2012 where the lights will be at their brightest in more than 50 years. Even better – Easyjet are opening a new route, direct from London Luton, which means that not only are you guaranteed the sight of a lifetime, but you can do it on the cheap.
