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LOIRE VALLEY
IMPERIAL JAPAN
BEAUTIFUL BRUGES
SCOTS SPLENDOUR
Chateaux, Chartres Cathedral and Claude Monet’s garden – page 2
Tour Kyoto and Nara on our break in amazing Japan – pages 2 and 4
Visit arguably Europe’s best-preserved Medieval city – page 2
Lochs, mountains and The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo – page 3
Travel Tuesday Welcome to Travel Tuesday, delivering a spectacular array of holiday offers to inspire you
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THE CRUISE OF A LIFETIME
WE ARE SAILING Take a voyage aboard the magnificent SPV Royal Clipper, where ultimate relaxation and true pampering in sublime luxury await you. See pages 2 and 4 All journeys in these travel pages are carefully crafted and organised by ABTA/ATOLbonded 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. EPB-E01-S3
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Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Travel Tuesday MEDITERRANEAN ODYSSEY / JAPAN
Indulge yourself on our once-in-a-lifetime cruise
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F you are hankering for a holiday that is something quite out of the ordinary, then two of this week’s travel offers have to be unbeatable. Contrasting, each offers a chance to take a break that is anything but run-of-the-mill. The first should appeal to anyone who likes spending time at sea. Our trip will guarantee you a berth aboard the Royal Clipper for a Mediterranean odyssey. This is a once-in-a-lifetime cruise into the Mediterranean on the Royal Clipper, one of the world’s most luxurious sailing ships. Just imagine this: Gentle waves lap against a wind-driven hull, the smell of the salty spray is on the freshening breeze, and the huge sails tower above, reflecting the dazzling sun which glints on the clear azure waters before you; a pod of young dolphins dance in the curling bow wave and the backdrop is some of the most beautiful coastline in the world. Nothing beats the romance of being at sea on a tall ship – so why not get aboard the magnificent SPV Royal Clipper, where ultimate re-
laxation and true pampering in sublime luxury await you? This beautiful, traditionally-built ship is living proof that craftsmanship is far from dead. The Royal Clipper features extensive use of rich hardwoods, polished brass and wrought-iron fittings, marble, deep-pile carpets and tasteful furnishings which have created a ship of outstanding harmony, beauty and luxury. The Royal Clipper is not a cruise ship and is of a sufficiently-intimate size to sail close to the shore where the views are stunning, and visit small, fascinating ports. So not only do you have a wonderful seafaring experience, you are able to learn much about the areas you are sailing through. Ships are nothing without their crew. And as you would expect on this prestigious craft, everyone from the stewards to the captain are consummate professionals. You will love the informality of life on board. And you will be amazed that even within the confines of the ship you can always find places to be alone if you wish, to catch up on some
reading or, as the sun sets, watch the water, drink in hand, and reflect how good life can be. ● HOWEVER, if you should want to travel much further afield in a quest for a very special break, then our
13-day Japan – Land of the Rising Sun package offers a fantastic alternative. Our tour covers three of Japan’s capitals, past and present. You will ride on a high-speed bullet train past iconic Mount Fuji. And you will have the option to stay at a
typical Japanese inn, bathe in a hot spring, and see the spot where the first atomic bomb was detonated. With longer stays in Tokyo and Kyoto, you will have a special opportunity to get right under the skin of this extraordinary country.
Spring Breaks WESTERN SICILY, PALERMO AND THE AEOLIAN ISLANDS
LOIRE VALLEY BY EUROSTAR
Departures April to October 2014
6 days from
£529
BRUGES BY EUROSTAR
Departures March to November 2014
Departures April and May 2014
4 days from
£259
8 days from
£999
per person
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per person
Price includes:
Price includes: • Return rail connections available on selected dates from over thirty regional stations* • Return standard class reserved seat on Eurostar from London St. Pancras International. Upgrades available at a supplement • Five nights bed and breakfast at excellent quality three-star superior and four-star hotels, including three dinners • Visit to Claude Monet’s home and garden – see the ‘Water-Lily Pond’ and Japanese Bridge • Explore the best of France’s stunning Châteaux • Visit to Chartres and its cathedral with Europe’s finest stained glass • Visit to Amboise and Leonardo da Vinci’s house • Services of an experienced tour manager
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Return flights from London Gatwick Seven nights four-star accommodation with dinner Stay three nights in undiscovered Trapani Visit Marsala famous for its outstanding desert wine Guided tour of the medieval hill-top village Erice Visit to Segesta, one of the ancient world’s most perfectly preserved Greek temples Tour of Palermo, gorgeously medieval and baroque, plus its stunning Norman Palace Visit to Monreale’s cathedral displaying the world’s finest medieval mosaics Stay four nights in charming Cefalu Scenic drive through the mountainous and completely unspoilt Madonie National Park, studded with remote hill-top villages • Visit stunning Lipari the most attractive of the beautiful Aeolian islands • Services of an experienced tour manager
Price includes: • Return rail connections available on selected dates from over thirty regional stations* • Return standard class reserved seat on Eurostar from London St. Pancras International. Upgrades available at a supplement • Return coach transfer from Lille to your hotel (approx 1 hour) • Three nights bed and breakfast at a choice of quality three or four-star hotels in a superb location, right in the heart of the old preserved town • Guided walking tour of historic Bruges, arguably the most perfectly preserved medieval town in Europe • Visit to a traditional chocolatier • Visit to Ypres and a tour of the First World War battlefields • Services of an experienced tour manager
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Calls cost 5ppm from a BT landline. You may also be charged a connection fee. Mobile and other providers’ charges may vary. Prices are from, per person, based on two people sharing a twin room unless stated otherwise, and are applicable to selected departure dates. These holidays and included excursions are subject to availability. Single rooms available at a supplement. Some visa costs and local departure taxes may not be included. Prices and holidays are subject to availability and change, some holidays are subject to minimum passenger numbers. Images used in conjunction with Riviera Travel. *Supplements applicable for certain regional stations. Holiday organised and is subject to the booking conditions of Riviera Travel, New Manor, 328 Wetmore Road, Burton upon Trent, Staffs DE14 1SP ABTA V4744 and ATOL 3430 protected, a company wholly independent of Local World. When you respond, the holiday supplier and Local World may contact you with offers/services that may be of interest. Please give your mobile or email details if you wish to receive such offers by SMS or email. We will not give your details to other companies without your permission.
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Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Travel Tuesday HEAD FOR THE HIGHLANDS
Enjoy a bonnie break in some of Scotland’s best surroundings
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EAD for the Highlands with us and savour the wonderful scenery that lies north of the border. We have three great trips for you to take in Scotland. How about the Edinburgh Tattoo, Lochs and Steam four-day coach holiday for starters? Laid on for you will be a host of Scottish highlights. These include a cruise on the sparkling waters of Loch Katrine aboard the ss Sir Walter Scott, a journey on the steam-hauled Bo’ness and Kinneil Railway and an unforgettable evening enjoying the colour, music, pomp and pageantry of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Then there is the Best of Scotland’s Lochs and Highlands six-day air holiday. This two-centre break is full of the charms of scenic Scotland. You can combine the Highlands’ magnificent lochs and mountain scenery with the chance to spend two nights on the shores of Loch Fyne, in beautiful Argyllshire. You will cruise Loch Ness, visit historic Oban on Scotland’s west coast, and ride the Nevis Range gondolas for stunning, panoramic, mountain views. Our third travel offer is the Balmoral, Royal Deeside and the Highlands five-day air holiday. History, heritage and scenic splendour in abundance are what you can expect on this trip. Enjoy Scotland’s stunning scenery, see Balmoral – the Queen’s favourite summer retreat – and visit Inverness, the “capital” of the Highlands. You can even go monster-spotting at Loch Ness.
Tartan, Trains and the Tattoo EDINBURGH TATTOO, LOCHS AND STEAM
BEST OF SCOTLAND’S LOCHS AND HIGHLANDS
BALMORAL, ROYAL DEESIDE AND THE HIGHLANDS
Departing 10 and 20 August 2014
Departing April to June, September and October 2014
Departing April to June 2014
4 days from
6 days from
£309
5 days from
£569
per person
£429
per person
per person
Enjoy a cruise aboard the historic steamship SS Sir Walter Scott, a steam railway journey and the magical spectacle of the Edinburgh Military Tattoo on this great value four day summer break.
A two-centre break with a full and varied itinerary, combining the magnificent loch and mountain scenery of the Highlands, with two nights on the shores of Loch Fyne, in scenic Argyllshire.
Visits to Balmoral, the Royal Family’s favourite summer retreat and Inverness, capital of Highlands, plus a spot of monster hunting are just of the three highlights awaiting you!
Price includes:
Price includes:
Price includes:
• Return coach travel from the local area • Three nights’ bed and Scottish breakfast accommodation in the Glasgow/Strathclyde area • Two three course evening meals • A seat for the Edinburgh Tattoo • An orientation tour of Edinburgh
• A cruise on Loch Katrine on board SS Sir Walter Scott • Return journey on the Bo’ness and Kinneil Railway • Visits to Moffat and Gretna Green • The services of a tour manager
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• Visits to Inverness, Oban and Fort William • A journey on the Aonach Mor mountain gondolas • Visits to the Ben Nevis Distillery and the Arduaine Gardens (entrances payable locally) • Coach travel throughout • The services of a tour manager
Edinburgh Tattoo, Lochs and Steam – ESH Best of Scotland’s Lochs and Highlands – EOM Balmoral, Royal Deeside and the Highlands – BAH
• Return flights from Bristol • Visits to Loch Ness and Inverness • Coach travel once in Scotland as • Visits to Pitlochry, Grantown on detailed Spey and Cawdor Castle (entrance payable locally) • Four night’ dinner, bed and Scottish breakfast accommodation • The services of a tour manager at the Carrbridge Hotel, Carrbridge • Tour of Royal Deeside and visit to Balmoral
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• Return flights from Bristol • Three nights’ dinner, bed and Scottish breakfast at the Highlander Hotel, Newtonmore • Two nights’ dinner, bed and Scottish breakfast accommodation at the Loch Fyne and Spa Hotel, Inverary • A cruise on Loch Ness
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£2899 per person
THE ROYAL CLIPPER A MEDITERRANEAN ODYSSEY
Departing 1st July 2014
Price includes: • Flight to Venice and return flight from Rome • Superbly appointed cabins, beautifully crafted using teak and marble on the world’s only authentic five-masted sailing ship • Exquisite fine dining prepared by inspired chefs • Stay in hand-picked hotels in Rome and Venice with hotel upgrade option available • A fascinating voyage of discovery visiting Venice, Rovinj, Dubrovnik, Corfu, Taormina, Capri, Pompeii and Rome • Guided tour of romantic Venice, probably the most unique city in the world • Sail along the truly breathtaking Dalmatian and Amalfi coasts • Visit to Rovinj, one of the most picturesque ports on the Adriatic • Tour of Dubrovnik, glistening Pearl of the Adriatic • Visit Kotor, a nostalgic journey to the Mediterranean as it was thirty years ago in Montenegro’s most dramatic setting • Absorb the history of the ancient Greek Amphitheatre in Sicily’s Taormina – one of the most attractive hill-top villages in Italy • Tour Corfu’s atmospheric old town – unchanged for centuries • Sail past the Aeolian Islands and Stromboli, the most consistently active volcano in Europe • Visit the stunning island of Capri • Visit to gorgeous Sorrento and guided tour of thought-provoking Pompeii – a city frozen in time • Guided tour of Rome, home to the ancient world’s mightiest empire, the Vatican and some of the world’s best shopping • Escorted by an experienced Tour Manager
JAPAN - LAND OF THE RISING SUN
Selected departures March to November 2014
Japan - an ancient culture of emperors, fierce shoguns, samurais and brutal martial arts. Yet it’s also a place of gentle geishas, colourful kimonos, exquisite garden design and Zen Buddhism. How did a country so deeply rooted in such diverse heritage become one of the most modern and advanced economies on the planet? Pondering such questions is what makes a trip to Japan so incredibly rewarding.
13 days from
£2699 per person
Price includes: • Return direct flights from London Heathrow • Stay in hand-picked four-star hotels, with daily breakfast and three meals • See the famous sights of Tokyo - the Meiji shrine, Omotesando Street, fashion-setting Harajuku and the Akihabara electronic town • Discover the very best of Japan’s stunning temples and shrines, intriguing pagodas, manicured gardens, fast-paced cities, incredible cuisine and outstanding natural beauty • Visit the stunning Nikko National Park, with its outstanding Shogun-era architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage site • Take a scenic boat trip from Tokyo’s traditional Asakusa to the luxury shops of Ginza • Enjoy astonishing views of Mt. Fuji from Lake Kawaguchi and the hot-spring mountain spa resort of Hakone • See the volcanic Owakudani ‘Boiling Valley’ by aerial gondola • Travel at 189 mph on the incomparable bullet trains • Reflect on the horrors of war at Hiroshima’s Peace Park and museum • Experience the spectacular 300-foot Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji, stunning examples of Japan’s world-renowned natural beauty • Tour Kyoto, former Imperial capital and essence of traditional Japan with wooden houses, geishas, stunning temples and Zen gardens • Guided tour of Nara, Japan’s first capital with its huge bronze Buddha • Opportunity to stay the night in a ‘Ryokan’, a traditional Japanese Inn • Opportunity to learn origami, traditional flower arranging or Japanese cooking • Escorted by our experienced tour manager
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Calls cost 5ppm from a BT landline. You may also be charged a connection fee. Mobile and other providers’ charges may vary. Prices are from, per person, based on two people sharing a twin room/cabin unless stated otherwise, and are applicable to selected departure dates. These holidays and included excursions are subject to availability. Single rooms/cabins available at a supplement. Some visa costs and local departure taxes may not be included. Prices and holidays are subject to availability and change, some holidays are subject to minimum passenger numbers. Images used in conjunction with Riviera Travel. Holiday organised by and are subject to the booking conditions of Riviera Travel, New Manor, 328 Wetmore Road, Burton upon Trent, Staffs DE14 1SP ABTA V4744 and ATOL 3430 protected, a company wholly independent of Local World. When you respond, the holiday supplier and Local World may contact you with offers/services that may be of interest. Please give your mobile or email details if you wish to receive such offers by SMS or email. We will not give your details to other companies without your permission.