Known as the 'Garden City by the sea', the Dorset resort of Bournemouth is only two hours from London. It is an ever popular British holiday location due to its 10km of fine sandy beaches, excellent shopping, world-class entertainment and top - class hotels and apartments. The seaside resorts of the English south coast are famous for their miles of sandy beaches and their pleasantly mild climate.

Bournemouth is said to enjoy more sunny days than any other seaside resort in England. Spend your free time swimming or going on excursions in and around picturesque Dorset and the New Forest. Bournemouth has a very cosmopolitan flair and is full of life. Somehow there is always a holiday atmosphere here. Bournemouth has been recently voted the top seaside resort in the UK. It is said that Bournemouth has the cleanest air and is the safest place to bring up children. In addition there IS the surrounding Dorset countryside with beautiful coastal walks as well as the picturesque New Forest. Famous people such as David Victoria Beckham, Jamie Rednapp (footballer), his wife Louise (pop star) and Madonna all own properties within 3 miles from Bournemouth. Students are encouraged and helped to make the most of their leisure time with us in and around Bournemouth. Dorset is a delightful English county that has plenty for everyone. Historic towns, a scenic coastline, pretty villages in the beautiful English countryside and lively resorts that are full of nightlife.

Bournemouth today is one of the most popular resorts in the country. Often, the winner of 'Britain in Bloom' the town has gardens that are superb all year round. Through the town centre flows the river Bourne (from which Bournemouth takes its name).

Here students from all around the world gather during the summer months making for a party atmosphere that nobody wants to miss! If you make your way further through Bournemouth Gardens, then you will come to the glorious beaches with their miles of golden sand. The beaches here are renowned for the their quality and often win awards.

If you want to go shopping, you'll have a very enjoyable experience In Bournemouth. There are plenty of famous stores such as Marks & Spencers and Beales, as well as local stores unique to Bournemouth. With all this variety, any shopper will be in heaven. At night, there is always something to do. Nightclubs, restaurants, bars, casinos, cinemas and concert halls provide great entertainment Whatever you want to do in Bournemouth, there is something for everyone