When thinking of package holidays, we tend to think of holidays to Spain, Turkey or Malta...
the typical package holiday countries! There are so many other destinations you can choose to travel to on your package holidays other than these stereotypical few.
When I travelled on my last package holiday I went to the stunning and elite Kuredu Island in the Maldives.
It has to be one of my favourite holiday destinations and the most beautiful place I have ever been fortunate enough to visit.
With pure, white sands overlooked by the glistening Indian Ocean, the odd coconut tree lucky enough to be perched on this enviable beach and classic wooden villas dotted around, each holding the key to your comfort.
Standing aloof in the Lhaviyani Atoll, Kuredu Island is one of the largest islands in the Maldives.
Being one of the largest islands definitely comes with perks.
For those who want the privacy and seclusion the Maldives has to offer mixed up with some entertainment and plenty of sporting activities, Kuredu will be just right for you.
With the Sangu restaurant serving sensational buffet style cuisine accompanied by a chef station where you can watch and admire them making your fresh, homemade, special of the day.
They do aim to please, so be warned, you may find yourself being a few pounds heavier on return! Because of the size of Kuredu, people may think that they won't get the true Maldives experience...
this couldn't be further from the truth.
When I was there in May'2008, I could walk from one end of the island to the other without laying eyes on a single soul! Where everyone else went I don't know, but this was great for us.
The pinnacle of the island, for me, lies on the tip of the island, the sand bank.
The sand bank surfaces proudly and when gradually becomes covered, goes no deeper than a foot or two deep.
As you walk along the sand bank, you'll discover unspoiled, untouched sand islands, you can drift away and take in the beauty that surrounds you.
When sitting out there in the shallow waters, you'll feel like you're sat in the middle of the world all alone, not a sound can be heard and not a person can be seen.
The peacefulness is indescribable and I'll treasure my moments out there for as long as I live.
I stayed in a Jacuzzi beach villa and cannot describe how fantastic my experience was.
To wake up in a modern, wooden villa, sit up in my huge four poster bed and open the doors to crisp, soft white sands with sparkling blue waters lapping the shore, was an unforgettable experience (and has definitely spoilt me for life!).
With a good book in hand and my own private sunbed, relaxing wasn't such a hard task.
When feeling slightly more energetic, grab your snorkel gear and head for the sea.
You'll see brightly coloured tropical fish and if you're really lucky, sea turtles and sting rays.
The wildlife on the island doesn't just end at the ocean, wild rabbits can be seen running riot when the sun goes down and fruit bats wallow in the banyan trees.
Standing alone like a deserted cloud in a summers blue sky, glowing like a rainbow on a tempestuous eve and immersed by so much beauty its reflection dazzles from the stars.
Although Kuredu lies only in most people's dreams...
this amazing island does exist, your dreams can come true if you set your standard and make it happen.
Package holidays to Kuredu island are possible for us 'normal' people, so start saving and make your dreams come true.