Thomson has suggested how Tony might unwind and have an arguably deserved rest.
As Tony Blair prepares for life post PM the UK's leading travel company Thomson has suggested how Tony might unwind and have an arguably deserved rest.
No longer having to travel to war zones or the scenes of disasters and having less pressures on his time the world is Tony's oyster (well we wouldn't advise he travel to Iraq). Wherever Tony and Cherie choose to visit they will be virtually there at Thomson.co.uk - they can choose their destinations with a view from space using Google Earth, can watch destination videos, listen to podcasts and can read the customer reviews from the people who are no longer their constituents.
Gordon Brown on the other hand, who's Air Passenger Duty 'green tax' hike will cost British travellers an extra £1bn this year would be best to spend his annual leave researching how this vast sum of money can be invested in environmental initiatives.
If Tony struggles to go from being busy to having no pressures on his time he might like to keep busy by getting his hands dirty doing some manual work. Simply Italy offers Agrotourism breaks - agro as in agriculture, not stress - where agriculture and tourism are combined. Tony's stay would be supporting the income of a local farmer and in doing so helping to preserve their way of life. Tony can enjoy great local produce that he's harvested himself along with the local wine - without having to worry about a hangover for the House of Commons.
The accommodation is a renovated farmhouse and offers lots of activities which would be a real break from Tony's norm - cookery classes, making olive oil, horse riding and visiting local markets, beaches and the countryside. A seven night stay at La Casa Di Botro, Botricello, Calabria, based on two people sharing, in May starts from £389 per person - based on bed and breakfast. The traditional style farmhouse is set within a National Park.
Wearing a snorkel is a great way to go incognito - the fish won't recognise Tony as he explores the colourful reefs. The Blairs many past holidays to Sharm el Sheikh prove the destination is a firm favourite for them, however they may wish to try one of the new up and coming resorts such as El Gouna. Tony and Cherie could stay at the Movenpick Resort and Spa set between the Red Sea and a lagoon. When not relaxing, snorkelling or golfing Cherie and Tony could undo some of the damage done by years of stress by having rejuvenating spa treatments.
The Blairs can feel reassured that the environment if being taken care of by the hotel during their stay - as this resort has achieved a Thomson Green Medal award for its environmental performance. Two weeks on bed and breakfast basis in June costs from £535 each including direct flights and transfers.
Tony will probably call in some favours by staying in overseas property of friends and the famous so may just book flights to get where he's going. After ten years of fine dining he needn't break the habit when he flies with Thomsonfly - the company has overhauled its inflight meals with the help of celebrity chef Aldo Zilli . Thomsonfly flights operate from 24 UK airports to over 80 destinations . Short haul flights start from £29.99 one way and long haul flights start from £299 one way and £379 return. All flights have allocated seating - so passengers don't need to stress about rushing to choose a seat.
Whatever Tony and Cherie choose, their flights, cruises, hotels and car hire can be booked at Thomson.co.uk - or by calling 0870 165 0079.
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