Guernsey City Breaks

A weekend break in Guernsey will confound every expectation you might have. This small Channel Island has to be considered by those looking for a holiday of intriguing culture and unique character. The largest of the Channel Islands, Guernsey is its own country and has lower taxes than the UK. Great news if you want to pick up some bargains. But that's not all there is to attract you to this anachronistic island off the coast of France.

Guernsey has a host of interesting culture with old farms, quaint churches and a uniquely magical town centre. The harbour at Guernsey is a well maintained and beautiful location well worth a trip on your weekend break in Guernsey. There you can sample afternoon tea, local produce and great beer in the restaurants and pubs that make up the harbour. Take a trip to the Castle Cornet at St Peter Port to catch a glimpse of how important defence has been to the maintenance of the unique culture here. You cannot escape the mix of coast and military and the impact this has had on the country, just a short walk along the rocky coastline shows just how dangerous landing here has been throughout the centuries. Cuisine on the island is similar to what you might expect in the UK, with the added benefit of wonderful seafood and an occasional French influence to keep your taste buds singing.

The country has historically been very prosperous due to its low taxes and strong local economy. You can find flights that allow you to take advantage of the great deals on offer here, even try combining with a hotel deal to get a great bargain, giving you the opportunity to enjoy a short break holiday in Guernsey in the warm summer months. Hotels vary from bread and breakfast to established, modern hotels. Whichever you prefer, visit the directline-citybreaks website to find great city break deals. There are even some great last minute city breaks to be had in Guernsey. Check back regularly to take advantage of the best deals.