2012 is the year British sport fanatics have been waiting for. With such an array of events to look forward to, it’s time to get planning and book your tickets and your cheap hotel room with Travelodge.

BMX World Championships
Those who like to take their sporting interests slightly out of the box will be thrilled to see the BMX World Championships head home to Birmingham.
The event runs from 24 to 27 May leaving just enough time to book your cheap hotel in Birmingham before it’s too late.

Wimbledon
Get your glad rags on in true Cliff style and get ready for another rainy season at Wimbledon. Will the skies hold out this year? This annual event is particularly popular and so search early for the best deals on cheap hotels.
The championships run from 28 June to 8 July.

Formula 1 at Silverstone
Motor sports saw a rise in popularity in recent years due to the success of our drivers, Hamilton and Button. Support for the sport is now phenomenal meaning that cheap hotel deals and tickets for the event are now harder to find than ever.
The cars hit the Silverstone track for the weekend of 6 to 8 July 2012.


The London Olympics
The 2012 London Olympics countdown seems to have been ticking for years. There’s a huge excitement surrounding the event which promises to bring in tourists in their thousands. Cheap hotels are bound to fill up quickly, so booking your room early is paramount.

The main games are being held between 27 July and 12 August with the Paralympics following later in August.  Tickets come complete with a free travel card for use on the tube for the day of your event.
Whatever your preference, book your tickets early and find a cheap hotel deal to guarantee a flawless budget sporting break.

From jungles of the Amazon to Barcelona, the misty Scottish moors and great Aussie coast, eco-hostels have become an established part of the global tourism industry. And it’s not a moment too soon.

Of course, with a wide range of ‘eco’ declarations flying back and forth, it’s hard not to get lost in the lingo and rhetoric. And, with travelling green more fashionable than ever, there is always the worry that broad claims will not be backed up by a longer term game plan.

To make it all a little easier, here is a sample of the top five eco hostels heralding the global green movement…

High St Hostel (Edinburgh): Having invested in more than 75 hectares of woodland to absorb its total CO2 emissions, High Street Hostel can claim to be 100% Carbon Neutral. Now that’s an investment! In addition to this, the historic building has implemented in a waste recycling system and relies on energy sourced from non-nuclear renewable supplies, making it a popular Edinburgh hostel for eco-warriors!

Rivertime Resort and Eco Lodge (Laos): The premier eco-hostel destination in South-East Asia, Rivertime was built entirely by local labour and from local resources. Everything in the lodge is designed to minimise energy and water consumption, from its ‘green’ air conditioning to low wattage lightbulbs, hand washing, hydropower and low-water toilets. Next up on the green agenda is solar water heaters, so make sure you keep an eye out!

Barcelona Urbany Hostel (Spain): An eco project prior to its construction, Barcelona Urbany was designed around the three ‘R’ principles – reduce, reuse and recycle. Since this stage, a number of innovative eco-practices have been introduced; from a noise level absorbing façade to the recycling of water supplies, energy efficient installations and a rainwater harvesting system.

Eco Oasis (Montenegro): Tucked away in the UNESCO World Heritage Black Pine Woods, Eco Oasis is a haven of natural living. Far from just a place to sleep, the hostel offers outdoor activities including rafting, camping, fishing, hiking and mountain bike tours. Forget TV or other entertainment devices though – with a focus on the great outdoors, these electric guzzlers are seen as an encroachment on the peace.

Jetpak Forest (Berlin): Using power from 100% renewable energy sources, Jetpak has certainly got the right idea on the eco stakes. The entire hostel is heated by a modern wood-burning CO2-neutral heating system, while hot water is warmed by solar panels.

This a funny story. Two weeks ago, I read in the newspaper about a trip to Berlin, Germany. I have not been to Berlin yet. Berlin is one of the target cities I am planning to go to. Anyway, in the advertisement that I read, it says; "3 days 2 nights including hotel with breakfast buffet for only 29.00 Euros". Imagine for only 29.00 Euros for that trip! I can't let it go! After the time I read it I immediately called the number in the newspaper. I have not started to talk yet and only mentioned about "trip to Berlin". The lady who answered told me immediately like this, "Sorry Ma'am, that is a printing error. The correct cost of the trip is 129.00 Euros".

At least I asked and knew about it. It was an experience. I am still planning to have a trip to Berlin anytime this summer. I guess it is a better time to enjoy more the trip rather than in winter time. I'll see you later guys, I need to take a look about New York City hotel. I am planning to go here too next time! have a great day to all!