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CORSICA
TICINO
IMPERIAL CAPITALS
CHOCOLATE WALKS
The little island which is home to picturesque railways – page 4
Italian style meets Swiss quality on our William Tell Express trip – page 4
Visit great cities Berlin, Prague, Budapest and Vienna – page 4
Meet Chelsea’s chocolatiers and sample delicious treats – page 3
Travel Tuesday Welcome to Travel Tuesday, delivering a spectacular array of holiday offers to inspire you
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NOV 2013
SCANDINAVIAN SPLENDOUR
FJORD FIESTA Board cruise ship Discovery at Avonmouth and head for Norway’s western fjords, stopping at Ulvik, Eidfjord, Flam and Bergen. See page 2
All the journeys in these travel pages are carefully crafted and organised by ABTA/ATOL-bonded tour operators who have been hand-picked by us. The telephone number provided with each offer takes you directly to each tour operator, who can provide the best personalised service in booking your holiday. Next to each tour itinerary you’ll find a product code. Don’t forget to mention it when you call as this will ensure you receive the personal service, excellent value and top quality that we guarantee for every reader. All that’s left to do now is decide which trip is the one for you.
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Tuesday, November 5, 2013
Travel Tuesday NORWAY’S FJORDS
Wonderful cruises, from right on your doorstep
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RUISES make great holidays. But it is even better when you do not have to make a long journey to the departure port. So our cruise choices this week come to you, right on Bristol’s doorstep, sailing from the port of Avonmouth. There are two on offer, one heading south for the sunshine islands of the Atlantic and the other heading north to Norway. The nine-day Whitsun fjordland cruise departs Avonmouth next May and costs from £1,699. This tremendous-value cruise showcases western Norway's magnificent fjords. See them at their very best, clothed in the beauty of early summer, with the snow-capped hinterland awakened to the glories of the new season. You sail there aboard cruise ship Discovery. And the price includes eight nights’ accommodation in your choice of cabin, full-board arrangements including full breakfast, luncheon, dinner, afternoon tea and midnight snacks, and on-board entertainment. This will be the 20,000-tonne Dis-
covery’s second season of cruises from ports around the UK. With accommodation for 700 passengers, Discovery is a smaller ship built in traditional style, and offers the perfect home from home for a memorable holiday. You sail out of Avonmouth at tea-time on the first day and head for Norway’s western fjords, taking in stops at Ulvik, Eidfjord, Flam and Bergen. Nine days later you sail back into Avonmouth. Our second cruise on offer sails out of the same port next October, again aboard Discovery, only this time heading for Madeira, Cape Verde and the Canaries on a 19-day voyage costing from £2,079. Discovery will call at the floral paradise of Madeira, two sun-kissed Canary Islands, and a trio of fascinating outposts in the Cape Verde archipelago. There is also a day in Portugal’s capital Lisbon. Ports of call are Funchal in Madeira, Santa Cruz de Tenerife in the Canaries, Porto Novo, Praia and Mindelo in the Cape Verde Islands, Arrecife in the Canaries, and Lisbon, before sailing back to Bristol.
● Discovery in action
Pricebuster Cruises BUY ONE GET ONE FREE CRUISING
MADEIRA, CAPE VERDE AND THE CANARIES CRUISE
WHITSUN FJORDLAND CRUISE
Departing 21 October 2014, sailing from Bristol
Departing 24 May 2014, sailing from Bristol 19 days from
ON BOARD MV DISCOVERY
£2079
Book by 7th Dec 2013 to take advantage of our amazing Buy One Get One Free offer. The first passenger pays the current brochure price, while the second passenger is free. Truly amazing value! When booking, please quote promotional code: 5J8WFY
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£949
per person
per person
On this wonderful autumn cruise, Discovery will call at the floral paradise of Madeira, two sun-kissed Canary Isles, and a trio of fascinating outposts in the Cape Verde archipelego. With a day in the colourful Portuguese capital, this is a perfect finale to Discovery’s 2014 programme from Bristol.
This wonderful value cruise from Bristol witnesses the fjords of Western Norway at their very best, clothed in the beauty of early summer, with the snow capped hinterland awakened to the glories of the new.
Price includes:
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• 18 nights’ accommodation on board MV Discovery • First-class on-board entertainment • Seven delightful ports of call; Funchal, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Porto Novo, Praia, Mindelo, Arrecife, Lisbon • Excellent service from an attentive crew • Informative guest speakers • A wide range of on-board leisure facilities
Call us on 0844 472 4672 Quote BEP Or visit us www.newmarket.travel/bep18142
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Alternatively, for your free brochure, tick brochure(s) required, complete the coupon and send to: Newmarket Holidays, FREEPOST KT2720, Worcester Park, KT4 8BR (NO STAMP REQUIRED)
Price includes: 8 nights’ accommodation on board MV Discovery First-class on-board entertainment Four delightful ports of call; Ulvik, Eidfjord, Flam and Bergen (all Norway) Excellent service from an attentive crew Informative guest speakers A wide range of on-board leisure facilities
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Travel Tuesday PAINTBALLING AND THE CHOCOLATE WALK
Adrenaline-pumping combat or a stroll through choc heaven
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OT what it takes to defeat the enemy? Then why not run, dodge and take cover in amongst the undergrowth in a fun, safe and slightly scary afternoon of paintballing. Experience a combat situation with this high adrenaline sport. Hide in the undergrowth and storm the
enemy from behind trees. With eyes peeled and finger on the trigger, this is a game requiring all the senses. This is the ultimate game of elimination and exhilaration that requires stealth and guts to overcome the opposition. Battlers get suitable protective gear, combat suit and gun, and then battle commences. Warriors
are assigned a team and sent out into the wilderness. Participants need to be resourceful, daring and work as part of a team to be triumphant. ● DISCOVER the hidden chocolate treasures of Chelsea with this chocolate walking tour for two in London. Meet expert chocolatiers and
sample some of the most mouth-watering treats in town and learn about the origins of chocolate and the modern trends that are taking the chocolate world by storm. An experienced guide will lead day trippers to some of the best British and French boutiques in Chelsea to sample award-winning chocolates
and treats, like the highly-addictive sea salted caramels. Discover new favourites and take home some mouth-watering delights with a VIP discount. The walking lasts three hours 30 minutes, visiting some of the tastiest shops in Chelsea, who will offer samples including hot chocolate, truffles and pralines.
Qwismas Presents ONE DAY PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE
FULL DAY PAINTBALLING FOR TWO
For all levels and abilities
Get your camo on
stealth buzz
for one person
for two people
Get the most out of your camera and learn to take better images. You’ll learn from a professional photographer how to use your DSLR camera’s manual settings to achieve better photographs in any condition, so you can effectively capture the moments in life you want to remember. This creative, hands-on, and practical course is perfect for photographers of all levels.
Price includes: • One full day with a professional photographer • Advice on aperture, shutter speed, ISO, white balance and exposure control • The chance to test your new skills with expert tuition • Choice of 11 locations nationwide • Cancellation indemnity
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£25
This is the ultimate game of elimination and exhilaration. It requires stealth and guts to overcome the opposition. You will be provided with the suitable protective gear, combat suit and gun, so get ready to let the battle commence. This game will require the use of all your senses and there will be a selection of paintball scenarios for you to test your skills and strategy.
Price includes: • Paintball park entry • All equipment rental including semi-automatic paintball gun • 8-10 paintball games per person • 100 paintballs per person • Hot lunch (at selected venues) • Cancellation indemnity
tasty tour
£89
for two people
Discover the hidden chocolaty treasures of Chelsea. Meet expert chocolatiers and sample some of the most mouth watering treats as you learn about the origins of chocolate and the modern trends. Your experienced guide will lead you to some of the best British and French boutiques in London to sample award-winning chocolates and treats. You are bound to find a new favourite you’ll wish to take home, so you’ll receive a VIP discount to purchase as much as you like.
Price includes: • 3 hours 30 minutes chocolate walking tour visiting some of the tastiest shops in Chelsea • Samples to include hot chocolate, truffles and pralines • VIP discounts if you wish to purchase any goodies • Cancellation indemnity
A wide range of other experiences available
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Discover the hidden wonders
perfect photos
£119
Call us on 0844 472 4583
CHOCOLATE WALKING TOUR OF CHELSEA
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A Rail Good Time! THE DORDOGNE & THE TRUFFLE TRAIN
HIGHLIGHTS OF CORSICA
Departing 18 May, 16 June & 1 September 2014
Departing 25 April, 6 June & 26 September 2014
6 days from
10 days from
£695
£1349 per person
per person
Rail travel from your local area for just £39
Rail travel from your local area for just £39
Corsica, ‘Ile de Beaute’, the little French island that is home to some of the most picturesque railways in Europe.
Indulge your senses in the beautiful Dordogne region of France.
Price includes:
• Return Eurostar from London St Pancras International to Lille • TGV high speed train from Lille to Nice and Marseille to Lille • Seven nights’ half board accommodation on Corsica
• Two nights’ bed and breakfast accommodation in France • Day time ferry crossing from Nice to Corsica and returning to Marseille • Train journey from Bastia to Calvi on Corsica • Train journey from Calvi to Corte on Corsica • Train journey from Corte to Ajaccio on Corsica • Coach transfers throughout
BERLIN, PRAGUE, BUDAPEST & VIENNA
Departing 15 July & 12 August 2014
Price includes: • Return Eurostar from London St Pancras International to Paris • Return TGV from Paris to Brive • Five nights’ half board accommodation • Visit to Rocamadour • Visit and entrance to the Caves of Gouffre de Padirac
• Visit to Sarlat • Visit to Souillac • Distillery Tour and tasting in Souillac • A cruise on the Dordogne in a traditional Gabare • A journey on le Truffadou train (The Truffle Train) • A visit to Martel
THE WILLIAM TELL EXPRESS & ITALIAN LAKES
Departing 17 May, 18 July & 19 September 2014
10 days from
5 days from
£959
£999
per person
Rail travel from your local area for just £39
Rail travel from your local area for just £39
This summer city break takes you on a journey of discovery, as we stay in the heart of four of Europe’s grand imperial capitals. With individually selected 4 star hotels and plenty of free time this is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy unique charms and cultures on a relaxing rail holiday.
Stay in Switzerland’s ‘Italian’ region of Ticino, where Italian style and ‘la dolce vita’ meets Swiss quality along with palm trees, vineyards, lakes and glaciers!
The price includes:
• Return Eurostar from London St Pancras International to Paris and TGV to Zurich • Three nights’ hotel accommodation in Bellinzona • One night hotel accommodation in Bern • Half board throughout • Visit to Locarno, Lake Maggiore
• Return Eurostar from London St Pancras International to Brussels • Connecting rail journeys • Return transfers from station to hotels • Two nights’ bed and breakfast in Berlin with one evening meal
Call us on
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• Three nights’ bed and breakfast in Prague with one evening meal • Two nights’ bed and breakfast in Budapest with one evening meal • Two nights’ bed and breakfast in Vienna with one evening meal
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The price includes:
• Visit to Lake Lugano • Journey on the funicular railway to the top of Monte San Salvatore • Journey on the William Tell Express • Visit to Lucerne • Visit to Bern
For more information visit: www.diamondrailholidays.co.uk
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