The New Forest can be found in Hampshire in the South of England. The area is home to some beautiful countryside and is well located for visiting nearby Southampton and Bournemouth. There is a wealth of great family activities nearby that you can visit. Some of the most popular attractions include Marwell Zoo, Paultons Park and Beaulieu Motor Museum and they are all very close to the New Forest. The New Forest is also the perfect holiday destination for cyclists, ramblers and equestrian enthusiasts. The New Forest countryside is fantastic for cycling on and off road while pony trekking is available as well as strolls to the various pubs in the area. It is also home to a whole host of wildlife from the free roaming horses and deer to owls and ducks. There are things to do and see for all visitors to the New Forest both young and old. If you are booking a holiday in the New Forest then you will be interested in looking at these 3 tips to get more from your experience.

1. Take A Tour And Get A Discount - There are a number of different tours that will take you around the New Forest. The open bus tour is hosted by an official guide who will detail all the different attractions and things you can do throughout the area. The other great thing about this tour is that you receive discounts on a lot of the attractions so it would be wise to take the tour at the start of your trip.

2. Holiday Accommodation - There are plenty of different sorts of accommodation available to visitors to the New Forest including B&Bs, hotels and campsites. One of the best for a family is to stay in New Forest holiday cottages. The good thing about holiday cottages in the New Forest is that you can enjoy your break at your own pace with all the comforts of home. There are a great number of luxury cottages in the New Forest that allow you to take your dog too so the whole family can stay.

3. Enjoy A Local Breakfast - If you want an early morning taste sensation then I would recommend the New Forest Breakfast. A local chef created the award winning breakfast with a mix of organic ingredients from local sources. You can sample this culinary breakfast at a number of local hotels, restaurants and family attractions and you should really try it.