April ‘16
SUMMER BROADSHEET The Midlands’ Number 1 Coach Travel Expert since 1919 The Skills Group has been supplying the East Midlands and beyond with the gold standard in both coach travel and coach hire for almost a century. From their base in North Nottingham, today the company has over 340 members of staff and over 100 coaches, all dedicated to providing you with the best holiday experience. Whether you’re looking for a great value short break away with CoachStyle, wanting a British or European
adventure with Skills Holidays or need a traditional, luxury doorto-door holiday with Laver, the group has something for you. This Broadsheet takes you through some of the highlights of the 2016 calendar across all of our brands. As ever, if you have any questions please let us know! In this Summer of sporting triumphs, remember the champion of the Midlands - Skills!
2-Day Short Breaks & Getaways Luxury adventures to the best of Britain & Europe Traditional & Luxury Door-to-Door Travel
how & where to book BOOKING LINE 0845 666 55 44*
Lines are open between 9am-10pm 7 days a week. Call us now to book your holiday. T: 0845 666 5544*
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skills travel - nottingham
3-3a Mansfield Rd, Nottingham, NG1 3FB T: 0115 950 7982
skills holidays - bulwell
Book at our Head Office/Departure Lounge Belgrave Rd, Bulwell, Nottingham, NG6 8LY T: 0115 977 0080
skills worldwide travel - beeston
Book at our full service ABTA Travel Agent at 104 Chilwell Rd, Beeston, Nott’m, NG9 1ES T: 0115 9222 441
laver holidays - derby
Unit 24BCD, Eagle Centre Market, Derby T: 01332 384 000
laver holidays - loughborough 25 Swan Street, Loughborough, LE11 5BL T: 01509 236 500
VOUCHER OFFERS & DEALS O .C £10 OFF . ur offers change regularly
any trip 2 days or longer
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All offers are subject to availability and terms and conditions apply. *Calls to 08456665544 cost 3p per minute plus your company’s access charge. Tours operated by Skills Holidays. Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin room (standard inside twin cabin if applicable) and are subject to availability. Please call or visit www.skills.co.uk for details. All credit card transactions ae subject to 2.5% charge. Skills Motor Coaches Limited trading as Skills Holidays. Company Reg in England. No. 612324 Head office: Belgrave Road, Bulwell, Nottingham, NG6 8LY. VAT Reg. No. 660 5538 34 | Skills Travel Limited trading CoachStyle, company reg in England. No.546349. Registered Office: The White House, Claridon Street, Nottingham, NG1 5GF. For full Laver Holidays terms & conditions please visit www.Laverholidays.co.uk
NEW UPGRADED THEATRE BREAKS
2 DAYS FROM
£209
MAY 2016 HARROGATE
£69
2 DAYS FROM
Harrogate is one of Yorkshire’s most elegant destinations best known for its cobbled streets, beautiful gardens and little quaint tea rooms.
includes:
DAYS
Fri 13 May
4* HOTEL IN CENTRAL LONDON
WE’VE LISTENED TO YOU!
We’re proud to finally lift the curtain on our highly anticipated Theatre Break Upgrades. Make any occasion that extra bit special and upgrade to one of our Theatre Premium packages, staying at a 4* hotel in the centre of London and offering an array of evening performances that are guaranteed to be in the Stalls or Circle so you won’t miss any of the action.
includes:
1 night bed & breakfast Evening performance of your chosen show Free time in London DEPARTURE DATE
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(FROM)
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2 2
£209 £209
£55 £55
Sat 25 June Sat 30 July
PERFECT GIFT
LAKELAND CRUISING
5 DAYS FROM
£499
Based in the heart of the Lake District, surround yourself in the natural beauty of sweeping valleys and glistening lakes on this unique tour by train, boat and coach! • • • • • Windermere Manor Hotel
includes: Door-to-Door service
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE LAKE DISTRICT TOUR
4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Ullswater cruise Windermere cruise & Lakeside railway ‘Highlights of the Lake District’ Mountain Goat excursion including Coniston Water Gondola DAYS
Mon 20 June
5
FOLKESTONE, HYTHE & ROMNEY MARSH
(FROM)
We are very proud to once again feature the fantastic Hotel Wagner, a firm favourite of our passengers for almost a decade! The hotel’s team truly do all they can to make your stay memorable. The Rhine Valley is situated between Rudesheim and Koblenz and the river cuts majestically through the slate mountains and meanders past hillsides, castles and steep fields to create a magical beauty.
£499
• • • • • Best Western Stade Court Hotel,
includes: 4 nights dinner, bed & breakfast
Excursion to Whitstable, Canterbury & Folkestone Free time in Hythe
DEPARTURE DATE
Tue 02 May
DAYS
5
ANDRÉ RIEU LIVE IN BRATISLAVA
(FROM)
£199
7 DAYS FROM
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CALL
£599
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£69
£15
The Highlands are home to some of the most breathtaking scenery in the United Kingdom.
One of the most cherished parts of the British Isles
£219
includes:
Situated amidst the splendour of the Cairngorm Mountains and the lushly wooded Strathspey
FATHERS DAY GIFT IDEA
includes: 6 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast;
includes: Return ferry sailing
Welcome drink 2 nights’ entertainment 4 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast Entrance to the Asbach Brandy Centre Excursions to Cochem & Boppard
DEPARTURE DATE
Mon 23 May
DAYS
5
(FROM)
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5 5
£199
LONDON & HARRY POTTER
(FROM)
£199 £215
2 DAYS FROM
DEPARTURE DATE
DAYS
Sat 16 May
(FROM)
7
£619
S/SUPP
CALL
£25
includes:
Mon 23 May Mon 089Aug
WHISKY TASTING, RAILWAY & LOCH NESS CRUISE
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£219
5 DAYS FROM
Visits to Pitlochry, Aviemore, Newtonmore, Braemar & Glenlivet Distillery; Admission to Blair Castle; Strathspey Railway ride; Loch Ness cruise; Door-to-Door Service.
• • • • • Hotel Wagner, Kamp Bornhofen
Our trip also voyages away • • • • • Georgian Hollies Hotel from the town to the other gems of the region, includes: 4 nights dinner, bed & breakfast; Free time in Blackpool; Lancaster and Southport. Full day excursion to Lancaster and Southport.
Try your hand at wizardry as we cast an ‘Alohomora’ spell (or an unlocking charm for you Muggles) on the doors of the Harry Potter Warner Brother Studios. Prepare for a spellbinding adventure as we fly our broomsticks into the wizarding world of Harry Potter, pose for a picture outside 4 Privet Drive, before wandering down Diagon Alley or catch the Hogwarts Express.
£619
• • • • • Nethybridge Hotel, Inverness-Shire
Blackpool is still Britain’s favourite seaside resort! Packed full of exciting attractions that make every visit a fun-filled adventure, it’s not hard to see why.
CALL
£199
5 DAYS FROM
(FROM)
5 DAYS FROM
BLACKPOOL
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The towering white cliffs and romantic shores of the South East coast are backed by areas of beautiful, unspoilt countryside. Described as the Garden Coast of Great Britain, this corner of Kent combines breath taking landscapes with a rich and unique history.
THE RHINE VALLEY
DEPARTURE DATE DEPARTURE DATE
2
7 DAYS FROM
Our tour (Door-to-Door pickup included) explores this inspiring region including dramatic, cloud topped mountains, enchanting lochs, whisky tasting and ancient clan castles.
It’s no wonder it was voted the happiest place to live in • • • • • The Kimberley Hotel, Harrogate includes: Return coach travel; 2013 and 2014. 1 night bed & breakfast; Free time in Harrogate. DEPARTURE DATE
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HIGHLANDS
S/SUPP
NIL NIL
£119
SWISS DREAM RAILWAY JOURNEYS
8 DAYS FROM
£699
This trip takes you on a spectacular journey on some the world’s bestloved railways through the heights of the stunning Swiss Alps. We join the famous Bernina Express, Arosa Train, the cable car in Davos as well as the Glacier Express Line. Even if you’re not an avid train spotter, the spectacular views are enough to take your breath away and with visits to St Moritz, Liechtenstein and Chur. this tour offers discovery around every corner. • • • • • Club Hotel Davos, Davos, Switzerland
Located in the heart of Davos, this hotel offers a first class service.
includes: • • • • • Novotel Stevenage
includes: 1 night dinner, bed & breakfast
N.B. Hotel area and itinerary not suitable for
RIDEONTHEBERNINA people with walking difficulties EXPRESS, AROSATRAIN& includes: Return ferry sailing; DAVOSCABLECAR 2 nights’ bed & breakfast en-route;
Entrance into the Harry Potter Studios Free time in London
4* HOTEL DEPARTURE DATE
Sat 21 May Sat 02 July
DAYS
2 2
BRIGHTON & THE SUSSEX COAST
(FROM)
£119 £119
5 DAYS FROM
S/SUPP
5 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast & welcome drink in resort; Visit St. Moritz, Liechtenstein & Chur; Ride on the Bernina Express & Arosa Train; Inclusive cable car ride in Davos.
DEPARTURE DATE
£15 £15
DAYS
Sat 28 May
£399
8
(FROM)
£699
S/SUPP
CALL
THEATRE BREAK WEEKENDS 2 DAYS FROM £129
There is nothing quite like one of our London Theatre Break Weekends. Offering a dazzling array of West End Shows there really is no excuse for missing your favourite when they’re in the world’s number one entertainment capital - London.
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4* HOTEL André Rieu has turned classical and waltz music into a concert sensation with unmissable musical masterpieces around the world. Accompanied by a 120-piece orchestra this is the show of a lifetime. Our trip also takes in the beautiful sites of the nearby Austrian Capital, Vienna as well as wine tasting & more!
WINE TASTING, BOAT CRUISE & VIENNA TOUR POPULAR
2
England’s loveliest and liveliest city by the sea offers picturesque postcard views and lasting memories.
• • • • • Parkhotel Klosterneuburg, Austria Just steps from the Danube River, this 4-star designer hotel is 1700 ft from Klosterneuburg Monastery and 1000 ft from the Essl Museum.
includes: 2 nights’ bed & breakfast enroute;
4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast in resort; Entrance to the Abbey of Heiligenkreuz; Excursion to Baden & Burgenland; Guided city tour of Vienna; Visit to a wine cellar with tasting; Horse drawn carriage ride; Boat cruise on Lake Neusiedl; Traditional dinner & music night; Ticket for the André Rieu Concert
DEPARTURE DATE
Wed 25 May
DAYS
7
(FROM)
£599
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CALL
On this trip our central hotel lets you take in all that Brighton has to offer and our extra excursions to Lewes, Arundel Castle, Worthing and Littlehampton show off the very best of the Sussex Coast. We also offer an optional excursion on the restored Bluebell Line Steam Railway.
• • • • • Novotel Stevenage includes: 1 night dinner, bed & breakfast;
• • • • • Jury’s Inn, Brighton This modern hotel is located right in the heart of Brighton and is only a mile away from the UK’s most famous pavilion.
DEPARTURE DATE
jersey boys
includes: 4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast;
Excursion to Worthing & Littlehampton; Excursion to Arundel Castle; Excursion to Lewes Optional excursion on the Victorian steam train, The Bluebell Line.
DEPARTURE DATE
Mon 16 May
DAYS
5
Matinee performance of your chosen show (NB: shows differ each day and certain shows may require additional supplement); Free time in London.
(FROM)
£399
Sat 07 May Sat 14 May Sat 21 May
lion king
S/SUPP
£49
Book now on 0845 666 5544* or online at www.skills.co.uk Calls cost 3p per minute plus your company’s access charge
DAYS
2 2 2
(FROM)
£129 £139 £139
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£20 CALL £20
DAYS NEW ANCIENT ROME&THE VATICAN CITY 12 FROM £989
JUNE 2016 NEW UPGRADED THEATRE BREAKS
2 DAYS FROM
Now you can make your London Theatre Break weekend that extra bit special by upgrading to one of our Premium Packages!
POPULAR
• • • • • Min 3 Star Hotel TBC
Just steps from the Danube River, this 4-star designer hotel is 1700 ft from Klosterneuburg Monastery and 1000 ft from the Essl Museum.
includes: Return ferry sailing
2 nights’ bed & breakfast & 2 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast en-route 3 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast in Rome 4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast in Abruzzo Guided tour of Rome Guided tour of the Eternal City Guided tour of Lanciano & the coast Excursions to Civitella del Tronto & Atri
DEPARTURE DATE
Wed 01 June
DAYS
(FROM)
12
£989
LAKELAND CRUISING
5 DAYS FROM
S/SUPP
£225
£499
Based in the heart of the Lake District, surround yourself in the natural beauty of sweeping valleys and glistening lakes on this unique tour by train, boat and coach! • • • • • Windermere Manor Hotel
includes: Door-to-Door service
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE LAKE DISTRICT TOUR
FATHERS DAY GIFT IDEA
4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Ullswater cruise Windermere cruise & Lakeside railway ‘Highlights of the Lake District’ Mountain Goat excursion including Coniston Water Gondola
DEPARTURE DATE
Mon 20 June
DAYS
(FROM)
5
£499
S/SUPP
MANAGER’S FAVOURITE
Thu 30 June
DAYS
7
LAVER SAVERS COSFORD AIR SHOW Enjoy a weekend of discovery as we begin in the dominated Cathedral city of Worcester before we experience the breathtaking flying displays at the Cosford Air Show. Listen to the roaring engines as you witness these magnificent WWI & WWII aircraft take flight.
CLUB CLASS COACH TRAVEL
(FROM)
£819
S/SUPP
£170
£99
2 DAYS FROM
Free time in Worcester Full day at RAF Cosford Air Show
DAYS
2
LADIES ASCOT AT ROYAL ASCOT
(FROM)
£99
2 DAYS FROM
S/SUPP
FEATURINGMARGATE &CANTERBURY FATHERS DAY GIFT IDEA
£129
• • • • • Copthorne Effingham, Gatwick
includes: 1 night dinner, bed & breakfast
Free time in London Entrance into Silver Ring at Royal Ascot Ladies Day
DEPARTURE DATE
Wed 15 June
ASK US ABOUT OUR 3 DAY BREAK
£235
DEPARTURE DATE
DAYS
Mon 06 June
(FROM)
5
S/SUPP
£235
6 DAYS FROM
DAYS
2
Cruise from Gloucester’s Historic Docks along the first ship canal ever built and capture glorious views towards the Cotswolds, Severn Estuary and Forest of Dean. Enjoy guided tours of the ‘Purton Hulks’, Berkeley Castle and the Wildfowl & Wetlands Centre.
CALL
£509
• • • • • Edward Elgar Riverboat Cosy cabin accommodation with en-suite facilities and a warm and friendly atmosphere
includes: 3 nights’ full board
Admission to Berkeley Castle & Slimbridge Visit to Purton Hulks Local waterway history talk at Saul Junction Door-to-Door transfers to Gloucester
DEPARTURE DATE
Mon 13 June
DAYS
(FROM)
5
£459
NEW HIGHLIGHTS OF NEWCASTLE From violent Roman invasions to territorial battles between England and Scotland, the legacy of Northumberland’s embattled past can still be seen today, showcasing exquisite castles, battlefields and stately homes alongside sweeping areas of outstanding natural beauty and golden coasts.
Excursion to Canterbury, Whitstable & Herne Bay
LOCH LOMOND, GLASGOW & ARRAN
4* HOTEL
5 DAYS FROM
S/SUPP
NIL
£389
• • • • • The Vermont Hotel
includes: 4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast
Free time in Newcastle Excursions to Alnwick Castle & Gardens Excursion to Cragside & the Northumbria Coast
DEPARTURE DATE
Mon 20 June
DAYS
(FROM)
5
£389
JEWELOFTHESOUTH-WEST:
4 DAYS FROM
WESTONSUPERMARE
S/SUPP
£60
£199
Come and discover some of Britain’s most iconic places as we visit the beautiful areas of Somerset. • • • • • Erskine Bridge Hotel & Spa
includes: Door-to-Door service
• • • • • The Royal Grosvenor Hotel
5 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast in resort Visits to Aberfoyle, Isle of Arran Distillers, Paisley & Glasgow Return Arran ferries Loch Lomond cruise Admission to Benmore Botanic Gardens
DEPARTURE DATE
DAYS
Tue 07 June
6
(FROM)
£509
includes: 3 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast
CUSTOMER FAVOURITE
S/SUPP
£90
THEATRE BREAK WEEKENDS
Sat 11 Jun Sat 18 Jun
- Wicked - Matilda - Motown the Musical - Jersey Boys
Free time in Weston-Super-Mare Excursion to Bath
DEPARTURE DATE
Fri 24 June
DAYS
4
THE FRENCH RIVIERA
(FROM)
£199
7 DAYS FROM
FT. CANNES, MONACO & NICE
S/SUPP
£10
£599
DAYS
(FROM)
S/SUPP
2
£139
£20
2 2 2
£119 £135 £135
£20 £20 £20
FATHERS DAY GIFT IDEA
£179
HEART OF ENGLAND
We visit Worcestershire, Warwickshire and Shropshire where beautiful countrysidesurrounds honey-coloured villages, Tudor houses, cathedrals and medieval castles.
4* HOTEL
4 DAYS FROM
£129
S/SUPP
£25
DEPARTURE DATE
DAYS
4
(FROM)
£179
4 DAYS FROM
POPULAR
FATHERS DAY GIFT IDEA
Mon 20 June
DAYS
4
(FROM)
£269
DAYS
7
LONDON & CAMBRIDGE
(FROM)
£599
2 DAYS FROM
S/SUPP
£125
£65
We combine two of the most iconic and visited cities in the UK on this weekend full of discovery, culture and romance. • • • • • Novotel Stevenage
4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast in resort Excursions to Nice, Monaco & Monte Carlo Visit to Fragonards Perfumeur in Eze
DEPARTURE DATE
2 nights’ bed & breakfast en-route 4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast in resort Excursions to Nice, Monaco & Monte Carlo Visit to Fragonards Perfumeur in Eze
Sun 26 June
£45
£269
DEPARTURE DATE
S/SUPP
One of the world’s most famous coastlines, the area has stunning beaches, charming towns which are culturally rich offering everything from art and museums to boutique shops. It’s no surprise that the French Riviera is one of • • • • • Academy Plaza, Dublin the most popular areas in includes: Return ferry sailing 2 nights’ bed & breakfast en-route France to visit.
• • • • • Hotel Des Orangers, Cannes Located on the French Riviera, overlooking the Bay of Cannes, the Hôtel des Orangers is in the heart of the old town
includes: Return ferry sailing
3 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Free time in Warwick Excursions to Worcester and Ludlow Free time in Telford
DUBLIN CITY BREAK
4* HOTEL (FROM)
• • • • • The Telford Whitehouse Hotel, Telford
One of the world’s most famous coastlines, the French Riviera has stunning beaches, charming towns which are culturally rich offering everything from art and museums to boutique shops. It’s no surprise that the French Riviera is one of the most popular areas in France to visit.
includes: Return coach travel
Fri 24 June
£15
Upgrade to Grandstand from £54pp
4* HOTEL
DEPARTURE DATE
• • • • • Park Inn by Radisson, Birmingham Walsall
DEPARTURE DATE
£639
• • • • • Novotel Stevenage
includes: 1 night dinner, bed & breakfast
Sat 25 June
A sell out tour year after year. Style, sophistication and grace provide a glamorous backdrop to one of the world’s most famous horse racing venues. Whether you choose the more formal atmosphere of the Grandstand enclosure or the less formal Silver Ring, a great day is to be had by ladies and gentlemen alike.
5 DAYS FROM
£55 £55
Discover the timeless landscapes and heritage of the Heart of England.
4 DAYS FROM
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6 nights’ dinner bed & breakfast Isle tour of Jersey & tour of Herm Tour to Isle of Sark & carriage tour of Island
DEPARTURE DATE
S/SUPP
£209 TBC
2 DAYS FROM £119
includes: Return ferry sailing
(FROM)
includes: 4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast
DAYS NEW MULTI-CHANNEL EXPLORER 7FROM £819
FEATURING JERSEY, GUERNSEY, SARK & HERM
2 2
A sense of nostalgia and charm greets you as soon as you arrive in Margate. With sandy beaches, sparkling bays and retro shops, Margate mixes culture and traditional seaside charisma perfectly. Hotel TBC
£40
Welcome to the Channel Islands, where British and French influences infuse creating a diverse mix of unmissable stunning scenery, rich heritage and peaceful, unspoilt corners all waiting to be discovered. • • • • • The Penisula Hotel, Guernsey • • • • • The Merton Hotel, Jersey
DAYS
GARDEN OF ENGLAND EXPLORER
Whether you’re holidaying alone or with family and friends you’ll feel like you’re a world away as we enjoy some traditional Scottish Gems. Enjoy a relaxing day on the beautiful Isle of Arran, “Scotland in Minature” a combination of rocky mountains set against lush green pastures. Experience a historical education as we head to Glasgow and cruise along Loch Lomond
NEW HISTORIC CANAL CRUISE A relaxing break packed full of colourful waterway scenes, wildlife and historical interest.
After a day of exploring London experience a dazzling evening performance of your chosen Theatre Show with seats guaranteed to be either in the Stalls or Circle so you’ll always be close to the action and afterwards DEPARTURE DATE stay in a 4* hotel in the Sat 25 Jun - Lion King centre of London. - Mamma Mia The eternal city intertwines a myriad of fountains, historic churches, iconic buildings and the worldfamous Vatican City. You will find Abruzzo magnificently built into the mountains between the cliffs of Gran Sasso. Golden beaches of the Adriatic, olive groves, vineyards and rolling fields cover soft hills crowned by medieval towns that are rich in heritage and the arts.
£209
FATHERS DAY GIFT IDEA
S/SUPP
CALL
includes: Return coach travel
1 night dinner, bed & breakfast Free time in London and Cambridge
DEPARTURE DATE
Sat 04 June
Book now on 0845 666 5544* or online at www.skills.co.uk Calls cost 3p per minute plus your company’s access charge
DAYS
2
(FROM)
£77
3
S/SUPP
£17
NEW THE LOIRE VALLEY CHATEUX & WINE TASTING
6 DAYS FROM
£649
JULY 2016 IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM & BLETCHLEY PARK
£99
2 DAYS FROM
includes: 1 night dinner, bed & breakfast;
Entrance to Bletchley Park; Guided tour of Bletchley Park; Entrance to Imperial War Museum Duxford
DEPARTURE DATE
DAYS
Sat 02 July
Old-town villages, rich vineyards and beautiful lush valleys are sprinkled with an array of the most extravagant, fairytale Château’s and fortresses found in France. Guarding more than 100 years of astonishingly rich architectural, artistic and agrarian treasures, if its romantic splendour you’re looking for, the Loire Valley is the perfect place to explore.
BOOK FOR CHANCE TO WIN CASE OF WINE!
• • • • • Le Grand Hotel de Tours, Tours, France
This early 20th-century hotel offers Art Decostyle guest rooms and is a 2-minute walk past Parc de la Préfecture’s landscaped French gardens.
includes: 2 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast en-route;
3 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast at main hotel; Loire wine tasting; Entrance to the castle & gardens of Villandry; River boat cruise; Entrance to Castle Chenonceau; Admission to Moat Castle, Azay Le Rideau and Royal Castle of Blois with self guided tour;
Excursion to Orléans
DEPARTURE DATE
DAYS
Tue 12 July
ROYAL RESIDENCES & GARDENS Experience three of the most popular Royal residence and gardens, embrace the British Monarchy and become a true Royalist. Visit the oldest occupied castle in the world; Windsor Castle along with Hampton Court Palace and Kensington Palace.
(FROM)
6
£649
3 DAYS FROM
S/SUPP
£110
£185
• • • • • The Park Inn, Harlow includes: Return Coach Travel; 2 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Entrance to Windsor Castle, Hampton Court & Kensington Palace
DEPARTURE DATE
DAYS
Fri 22 July
(FROM)
4
£185
S/SUPP
£215
SEACROFT HOLIDAY VILLAGE CHALET
includes: Return coach travel;
4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Excurions to Sherignham, Cromer & Norwich
DEPARTURE DATE
DAYS
SMon 25 July
5
SINGLES - LUXURY IN THE LOWLANDS
(FROM)
£215
6 DAYS FROM
DAYS
Tue 26 July
6
£549
THEATRE BREAK WEEKENDS 2 DAYS FROM £109
• • • • • Novotel Stevenage
Sat 02 July - Aladdin - Kinky Boots Sat 09 July - Thriller - Phantom OTO Sat 16 July - Guys and Dolls - Bodyguard Sat 23 July - Beautiful - Lion King
DAYS
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
(FROM)
£145 £135 £109 £119 £125 £149 £145 £155
S/SUPP
£20 £20 £20 £20 £20 £20 £20 £20
(FROM)
£549
For this new short tour we have chosen a couple of rail-related attractions as well as some lovely Yorkshire coastal visits.
CLUB CLASS COACH TRAVEL
NEW 4* LONDON WEEKEND
Our luxury weekend gives you the freedom to explore our wonderful capital city at your own pace. London is buzzing with different things to do throughout the city so you won’t be short of options.
(FROM)
£209 £209
S/SUPP
£55 £55
£99
2 DAYS FROM
Mon 11 July
DAYS
4
CHESTER;
PORT SUNLIGHT & GARDEN MUSEUM
(FROM)
S/SUPP
2 DAYS FROM
£82
£299
• • • • • Hotel confirmed 4 weeks prior
The hotel will be confirmed four weeks prior to departure and we guarantee that it will be a minimum of 4* located in the centre of London, close to all of the glitz and action this wonderful city has to offer.
includes: Return Coach Travel
• • • • • Mercure Hotel, Darlington includes: 3 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Club Class coach travel + Door to Door pickup Excursion to Durham and Barnard Castle Visits to York, National Railway Museum, Whitby, Harrogate Train ride DEPARTURE DATE
4* HOTEL
NIL
1 Night Bed & Breakfast Free Time in London
DEPARTURE DATE
DAYS
Sat 30 July Sat 27 Aug Sat 24 Sep
2 2 2
NEW BEST OF BAVARIA AND ITS CAPTIVATING CASTLES
(FROM)
£99 £99 £99
8 DAYS FROM
S/SUPP
CALL CALL CALL
£569
Founded by the Romans over 2000 years ago, much of the Roman influence still remains within Chester’s city walls. Combine this with the beautiful village of Port Sunlight and you’ve • • • • • Holiday Inn, Warrington got a wonderful break filled with sights, culture and includes: Return coach travel 1 night dinner, bed & breakfast history.
Entrance into Port Sunlight Museum with 1 hour guided tour Free time in Chester
DEPARTURE DATE
CALL
• • • • • Peebles Hydro Hotel, Peebles includes: 5 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Club Class coach travel Admission to Traquair House & Floors Castle Visits to Hawick, Edinburgh & Galashiels Free time in Peebles Door-to-Door Service DEPARTURE DATE
4
£509
DAYS NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY 4FROM £299
S/SUPP
Behold the marvellous scenery as we explore the Border Country, from the majestic Floors Castle and Traquair House to the bridges of the Forth.
DEPARTURE DATE
9 DAYS FROM
£15
After a day of exploring London experience a dazzling evening performance of your chosen Theatre Show with seats guaranteed to be 4* HOTEL either in the Stalls or Circle so you’ll always be close to the action and afterwards DEPARTURE DATE DAYS stay in a 4* hotel in the Sat 30 July - Les Miserables 2 centre of London. - Matilda 2
£209
Renowned for its friendly inhabitants, relaxed lifestyles, cuisine, vibrant nightlife and world famous folk laws and festivities, the Costa Brava is arguably the prettiest of Spain’s Costas. Made up of rugged • • • • • Kaktus Playa, Kallela cliffs and secluded coves, includes: 2 nights’ bed & breakfast enroute; which give way to fishing 6 nights’ half board in resort; villages and seaside towns, Water & wine with evening meal; amongst it all are the long Excursions to Tossa de Mar, Barcelona & beaches that have been Cadaques; Free time to enjoy Calella attracting holidaymakers here since the fifties.. DEPARTURE DATE DAYS (FROM) S/SUPP Mon 11 July 9 £509 £170
£24
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SEACROFT HOLIDAY VILLAGE
CLUB CLASS COACH TRAVEL
COSTA BRAVA & BARCELONA
£99
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An adult only Holiday Village situated on the Norfolk coast in Hemsby. The chalet style accommodation is situated just a 10 minute walk away from the beach and provides the perfect location for a relaxing stay. There is a daily and nightly entertainment programme provided by the in house team meaning you can do as much or as little as you like.
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Now you can make your London Theatre Break weekend that extra bit special by upgrading to one of our Premium Packages!
An enlightening weekend full of the history from the code breaking at Bletchley Park which is said to have helped shorten World War II to a fascinating insight into both world wars at the Imperial War Museum. • • • • • HOLIDAY INN, HEMEL HEMPSTEAD
NEW UPGRADED THEATRE BREAKS
DAYS
Sat 23 July
2
DELIGHTS OF SHROPSHIRE
£82
2 DAYS FROM
SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY & SHREWSBURY Prepare for this journey back through the ages as we step on-board a vintage steam-hauled train for a classic trip of a lifetime as we pass along riverside towns and unspoilt countryside.
(FROM)
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NIL
£99
• • • • • Telford Whitehouse Hotel, Telford
includes: 1 night dinner, bed & breakfast;
Severn Valley Railway journey; Free time in Shrewsbury NB. Special 1940s themed weekend at railway!
S/SUPP
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NIL
DAYS
Sat 02 July
2
NEW PARIS: TOUR DE FRANCE
(FROM)
£99
4 DAYS FROM
S/SUPP
£15
£195
We head to Paris which comes alive during the final day of the Tour de France! We take you into the centre of Paris where you can be part of the free celebrations held on the streets to commemorate the biggest cycling race on the planet!
• • • • • Novotel Paris Creteil le Lac, Paris
includes: Return ferry sailing;
3 nights’ bed and breakfast; Tour of Paris; Free time in Paris to watch the Tour de France
DEPARTURE DATE
Fri 22 July
DAYS
4
(FROM)
£195
“I want to remain an eternal mystery.” King Ludwig II of Bavaria was a shy dreamer who created an ideal fantasy world perched on a spectacular mountain top. The fairytale King’s Castles of Neuschwanstein, Linderhof and Herrenchiemsee continue to enchant us, we invite you to join us on a magical journey to Bavaria and into King Ludwig’s II dreamy world.
BOAT TRIP, CASTLES & BAVARIAN EVENING!
• • • • • Abasto Hotel, Furstenfeldbruk, Germany
The hotel is the ideal starting point for eventfilled days in beautiful Bavaria.
includes: Return ferry sailing;
2 nights’ bed & breakfast en-route; 5 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast; Scenic drive to Lake Ammer; Boat trip on the lake to Herrsching; Excursion to Nymphenburg Palace; Bavarian evening including music, traditional entertainment and food & beer in Munich; Excursion to Fussen & Neuschwanstein Castle.
DEPARTURE DATE
Sun 24 July
DAYS
8
OSTEND Based in the popular seaside resort of Ostend renowned for its lively atmosphere and entertaining shows it is one of Belgium’s most impressive coastal destinations, and with a total of five popular sandy beaches which stretch several miles long you can be assured of all the traditional delights.
S/SUPP
£75
CUSTOMER FAVOURITE
£569
5 DAYS FROM
S/SUPP
CALL
£279
• • • • • Hotel Melinda, Ostend
includes: Return ferry sailings;
4 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast; Excursions to Bruges and Ypres.
DEPARTURE DATE
Mon 04 July
Book now on 0845 666 5544* or online at www.skills.co.uk Calls cost 3p per minute plus your company’s access charge
(FROM)
DAYS
5
(FROM)
£279
S/SUPP
£85
AUGUST 2016
ROCAMADOUR & THE PICTURESQUE DORDOGNE
6 DAYS FROM
£619
NORFOLK & THE BROADS
4 DAYS FROM
£319
The Norfolk Broads are described as ‘Britain’s Magical Waterland.’ The only way to discover the Broads is afloat its serene waters. Sail along on this adventure as we uncover hidden places, unspoilt villages and thriving market • • • • • Holiday Inn Norwich, Ipswich Road includes: Door-to-Door service towns. 3 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Free time in Norwich, Great Yarmouth & King’s Lynn Broads cruise Admission to Bressingham DEPARTURE DATE
Mon 08 Aug One of the most breathtaking destinations in France, prepare to be captivated as it steals your heart. Discover the medieval town of Sarlat, the magnificent Château de Castelnaud, picturesque countryside and prehistoric caves, Rocamadour is said to be blessed by the Gods.
• • • • • Manoir Du Grande, Vignoble + overnights This former 18th century mansion boasts a lovely outdoor heated swimming pool and is decorated in an elegant rustic style.
includes: 2 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast en-route
3 nights’ dinner bed & breakfast in resort Visit Orléans & Orléans Cathedral Excursion to Périgueux & Les Eyzies Guided tour of Sarlat Excursion to Dordogne Valley Historic River Boat trip Excursion to Rocamadour and city tour on the city tour train
DEPARTURE DATE
Sun 14 Aug
DAYS
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£619
WARNERS’ LITTLECOTE HOUSE You’ll be spoilt for choice for things to do in this Grade I listed mansion. Littlecote House is a superb 16th Century building bursting with history. Take a walk within 113 acres of stunning lawns, formal gardens and parkland where you may stumble upon a Roman mosaic or visit the World War II museum dedicated to the military history of the house.
5 DAYS FROM
Warners Littlecote House includes: Door-to-Door service
4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Themed entertainment Excursion to Bath, Devizes, Shaftesbury & Salisbury Free time to explore Littlecote House
DEPARTURE DATE
Mon 08 Aug
DAYS
(FROM)
5
PLOTS, PARLIAMENT & POLITICS OF LONDON
£499
1 night bed and breakfast Entrance to the Houses of Parliament Free time in London
DEPARTURE DATE
Thu 11 Aug Wed 24 Aug
DAYS
2 2
(FROM)
£99 £99
3 DAYS FROM
UNIQUE CANAL CRUISE
S/SUPP
£319
£215
The Leisure Hotel, Skegness
4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Free time in Skegness Excursions to Boston, Mablethorpe & Cleethorpes
DAYS
(FROM)
5
£215
5 DAYS FROM
the bodyguard
S/SUPP
£25 £25
£399
DEPARTURE DATE
Fri 19 Aug
DAYS
2 nights’ full board Admission to Slimbridge Visit to Purton Hulks Captain’s Cocktails on Day 2 Traditional Sunday Lunch on board
£399
S/
Sat 06 Aug 2 £135 £20 Sat 13 Aug 2 £135 £20 Sat 20 Aug 2 £135 £20 Sat 27 Aug *upgraded date* 2 £209 £55
NIL
£379
LYTHAM ST ANNES FT. SOUTHPORT & BLACKPOOL
£175
4 DAYS FROM
EMMERDALE THE TOUR FT. YORK
S/SUPP
£75
£99
2 DAYS FROM
price drop
Become a coast to coast explorer as we visit three • • • • • Georgian Hollies Hotel of the UK’s most cherished Located in the heart of Blackpool, just a five minute seaside resorts. walk from the famous Blackpool Tower this hotel offers a friendly welcome.
NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT • • • • • The Campanile Hotel, Bradford includes: Return Coach Travel
DEPARTURE DATE
Fri 05 Aug
DAYS
2
4* LIVERPOOL LUXURY
(FROM)
£99
4 DAYS FROM
S/SUPP
includes: Return coach travel
3 nights dinner bed & breakfast Free time in Blackpool, Lytham St Annes & Southport
£239
S/SUPP
N/A
Free time in Liverpool
DAYS
(FROM)
4
£239
4
(FROM)
£175
S/SUPP
NIL
LLANDUDNO & FAIRYTALE GARDENS 5 DAYS FROM £319 OF NORTH WALES
S/SUPP
DEPARTURE DATE
£75
£249
Mon 15 Aug
DAYS
5
THE WALDORF: 5* LUXURY IN LONDON
(FROM)
£319
2 DAYS FROM
S/SUPP
£48
£159
Feel like a VIP on this quintessentially delightful weekend of luxury in our remarkable Capital city.
• • • • • The Waldorf Hilton Hotel
Excursion to Christchurch, Swanage & Poole 4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast
Mon 22 Aug
DAYS
Cadnant Gardens Free time in Llandudno Hotel to be confirmed 4 weeks prior to travel
5 DAYS FROM
DEPARTURE DATE
Fri 12 Aug
North Wales is flourishing with incredible natural scenery from recordbreaking trees at Bodnant Garden, to beds of Snowdonia Lily and ice-age relics. Whether you’re an animal lover, a picnic connoisseur or just love includes: 4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast nature this is the trip for Scenic drive throughSnowdonia you. Excursion to Portmeirion, Bodnant Gardens & Plas
includes: Return coach travel
DEPARTURE DATE
£15
Boasting seven miles of sandy beaches and clear blue sea, this vibrant town has it all. With an incredible variety of shops, restaurants and award winning gardens you will be spoilt for choice at this traditional seaside location • • • • • Hotel Piccadilly
includes: Door-to-Door transfers to Gloucester
(FROM)
(FROM)
S/SUPP
£379
(FROM)
5
BOURNEMOUTH
The Edward Elgar vessel offers cosy cabin accommodation with en-suite facilities and a warm and friendly atmosphere.
3
DAYS
1 night dinner, bed & breakfast Entrance to the offical Emmerdale Tour Free time is both Esholt & Otley Free time in York
• • • • • Edward Elgar Riverboat
DAYS
Matinee performance of your chosen show (NB: shows differ each day and certain shows may require additional supplement); Free time in London.
A journey on the Watercress Line Entry into Highclere Castle
Mon 08 Aug
Fri 12 Aug
We are proud to feature Downton Abbey in our holiday programme once again. A sell out time and again, early booking is advised. For 2016 we have teamed it with some exciting excursions to Jane Austen’s House Museum • • • • • Hampshire Court Hotel, Basingstoke and a journey on the includes: 4 nights’ dinner bed and breakfast Watercress Line. Entry to Jane Austen’s House Museum
DEPARTURE DATE
DEPARTURE DATE
mamma mia
includes: Return coach travel
• • • • • Novotel Stevenage includes: 1 night dinner, bed & breakfast;
£54
Liverpool is an exciting city with an exhilarating atmosphere, lined with elegant buildings. Most famous for the birth of the Beatles, two world famous football clubs and the Grand National steeple chase and is just waiting to • • • • • Novotel Liverpool be explored! includes: 3 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast
A weekend break with a difference! Cruise from Gloucester on Britain’s first ship canal. Capture glorious views towards the Cotswolds, Severn estuary and Forest of Dean. Stop off at the fascinating Wildfowl & Wetlands Centre founded by Sir Peter Scott, the ‘Purton Hulks’ graveyard of 80 barge wrecks and the village church at Frampton-on-Severn.
There is nothing quite like one of our London Theatre Break Weekends. Offering a dazzling array of West End Shows there really is no excuse for missing your favourite when they’re in the world’s number one entertainment capital - London.
DEPARTURE DATE SUPP
HAMPSHIRE & “DOWNTON ABBEY” FT. THE WATERCRESS LINE
The live TV set located within the Harewood Estate in Leeds, opens its gates as cast and crew down scripts for the weekend to allow you to enjoy an exclusive, fully guided tour of the popular, fictional village.
• • • • • Ibis Styles London Excel, Docklands Area includes: Return coach travel
2 DAYS FROM £135
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Mon 01 Aug
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A weekend full of excitement and discovery as we combine the instantly recognisable and truly magnificent Houses of Parliament with the bustle of our vibrant capital city.
(FROM)
5 DAYS FROM
DEPARTURE DATE
S/SUPP
£99
2 DAYS FROM
An iconic seaside resort that has been a part of the local community for decades and still continues to be a popular choice. Perched on the official ‘drier side of Britain’, Skegness is small enough to offer a friendly and relaxing atmosphere but large enough to provide hours of entertainment for every generation.
£100
INCLUDES ENTERTAINMENT
4
SKEGNESS
S/SUPP
£499
DAYS
THEATRE BREAK WEEKENDS
DAYS
5
(FROM)
£249
INCLUDES AFTERNOON TEA AT THE WALDORF HOTEL
S/SUPP
NIL
includes: 1 night bed & breakfast
Afternoon Tea at the Waldorf Hotel Free time in London
DEPARTURE DATE
Sun 21 Aug
Book now on 0845 666 5544* or online at www.skills.co.uk Calls cost 3p per minute plus your company’s access charge
DAYS
2
(FROM)
£159
5
S/SUPP
£60
SEPTEMBER 2016 BRIGHTON & THE SUSSEX COAST
5 DAYS FROM
£399
England’s loveliest and liveliest city by the sea offers picturesque postcard views and lasting memories.
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A TRIO OF TRAINS
5 DAYS FROM
£459
PARIS - THE CITY OF LIGHTS
£209
This break is all about sitting back and relaxing amongst friends as we enjoy picturesque journeys on some of England’s best-loved railways. • • • • • Cairn Hotel, Harrogate
• • • • • Jury’s Inn Brighton includes: 4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast
includes: Door-to-Door service
Excursion to Worthing & Littlehampton Excursion to i360 in Brighton Optional excursion on the Bluebell Line (£15) Excursion to Lewes
DEPARTURE DATE
Mon 05 Sep
DAYS
(FROM)
5
£399
4 DAYS TOWNS OF NORMANDY: IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF WILLIAM THE CONQUEROR FROM
INCLUDES THREE TRAIN JOURNEYS
S/SUPP
4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Keighley & Worth Valley Railway & Skipton Free time in York Settle-to-Carlisle Railway & Ripon Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway
DEPARTURE DATE
£49
£199
Mon 26 Sep
DAYS
(FROM)
5
ISLES OF SCILLY
S/SUPP
£459
7 DAYS FROM
£64
£939
Welcome to the “City of Lights” or “City of Love.” Paris is certainly both and has always been considered one of the most romantic cities in the world. Whether it’s a riverside vista that takes in the Seine, Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower, or the view of elegant buildings and mansard roofs from a hotel room window - it doesn’t take much to convince anyone that Paris is one of the most beautiful cities on earth.
• • • • • Novotel Creteil Le Lac This spacious hotel is located in a leafy setting on the shores of Creteil Lake. Offering direct access to Paris just 20 minutes away via metro line 8.
includes: Return ferry sailing
3 nights’ bed & breakfast Coach tour of Paris Free time in Paris Excursion to Basilica of the Sacré-Coeur Optional excursions available
DEPARTURE DATE
Fri 09 Sep It was in the 11th Century that William the Conqueror founded Caen and changed its destiny forever. On June 6th 1944 in the wake of the Normandy Landings, Caen – the capital of the Basse Normandie region – was entirely destroyed and from its ashes this magnificent city was rebuilt to prove the values of peace and solidarity. Today, enchanting Caen offers a walled medieval château, two ancient abbeys and a museum of war and peace.
4 DAYS FROM
• • • • • Hotel Crocus Memorial Caen
Welcome to the Scilly Isles; beautiful, uncrowded and unspoilt. Lying just off the coast of Cornwall there are five inhabited islands and countless uninhabited ones to explore, each with its own distinct characteristics. Scilly also boasts an incredible ancient history and archaeology, alongside sweeping sea views and amazing wildlife.
Located north of the city this hotel offers modern rooms and free Wi-Fi.
includes: Return ferry sailing
3 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Excursions to Bayeux, Lisieux & Trouville
DEPARTURE DATE
DAYS
Mon 12 Sep
4
BEST OF UK COASTAL RESORT BOURNEMOUTH
(FROM)
£199
5 DAYS FROM
S/SUPP
The hotel offers the most stunning setting of any hotel on St Mary’s. Right by the water’s edge, Tregarthen’s is just yards from the quay.
includes: Return coach travel
Return ferry crossings Luggage taken from ferry to the hotel 2 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast en-route 4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast on the Isles of Scilly Free time on the Isles of Scilly
DEPARTURE DATE
£48
£409
• • • • • Tregarthens Hotel, St Mary’s
Thu 15 Sep
DAYS
7
HARROGATE FLOWER SHOW
(FROM)
£939
2 DAYS FROM
S/SUPP
The Nation of Britain has a beautifully rich and embellished history; all around you can find places and relics that describe the rise and fall of great tribes and empires. From the brilliant city of Bath to the remarkable boulders of Stonehenge these momentous sites are as diverse as they are wondrous and reawaken stories to reveal the secrets of its past.
(FROM)
4
ICONIC SIGHTS OF ENGLAND FT. STONEHENGE & ROMAN BATHS
£170
£99
DAYS
£209
5 DAYS FROM
S/SUPP
£75
£299
• • • • • The New County Hotel includes: 4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast
Visit to Cheltenham Excursion to Stonehenge, Salisbury, Bradford on Avon & Devizes Visit to the Roman Baths & Tewkesbury
DEPARTURE DATE
DAYS
Mon 05 Sep
(FROM)
5
£299
5 DAYS FROM
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA
S/SUPP
£60
£229
Standing tall as the country’s most prestigious independent show, Harrogate Flower Show features beautiful show gardens, giant vegetable competitions, stunning displays and expert demonstrations offering • • • • • The Great Victoria Hotel, Bradford everything you need for the perfect gardening event. includes: 1 night dinner, bed & breakfast
DAY TRIP AVAILABLE
Entrance to Harrogate Flower Show Free time in Leeds
DEPARTURE DATE
Sat 17 Sep Sun 18 Sep
Boasting seven miles of unspoilt sandy beaches and blue sea, this seaside town has it all. With a variety of shops, restaurants, award winning gardens and this friendly family-run hotel just a short walk from both town and seafront, you really are spoilt for choice.
(FROM)
£99 £36
S/SUPP
NIL N/A
A traditional seaside resort with an abundance of activities, Southend has so much to offer. An ideal place to enjoy a laid back holiday.
The Ullswater Hotel is within sight of the sea, 150-yards from the cliff top and situated in the most favoured position on the West Cliff of Bournemouth.
NEW JERSEY BREAKS BY AIR
includes: Door-to-Door
4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Admission to Beaulieu Free time in Bournemouth Excursion to Weymouth & Lulworth Cove Journey on the Swanage Railway
Mon 19 Sep
DAYS
5
ISLE OF WIGHT ISLAND TOUR FT. RYDE
(FROM)
£409
5 DAYS FROM
NIL
£249
Jersey is an island of amazing diversity. Full of natural beauty the breathtaking coastline ranges from rugged cliffs in the north to the long swathes of golden sands in the south. Inland discover flower-filled meadows and leafy hidden valleys all linked by tranquil country lanes. Geographically closer to France than England, Jersey is a unique blend of continental flair and reassuringly familiar British scenes.
includes:
• Return transfers from Skills Head office • Return flights from East Midlands Airport • Free car parking at Skills Head office Door-to-Door taxi services are available at a supplement
Royal Pier Hotel
includes: Return coach travel
4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Guided tour of Rosemary Vineyard Full day Island tour Free time in Sandown
DEPARTURE DATE
Mon 19 Sep
DAYS
5
(FROM)
£249
S/SUPP
NIL
• • • • • Holiday Inn Southend The Holiday Inn Southendon-Sea provides guests with a great base to explore all of the traditional seaside favourites.
includes: Return coach travel
4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Full day excursion to Colchester, Maldon & Burnham-on-Crouch Free time in Southend-on-Sea
DEPARTURE DATE
S/SUPP
•
CUSTOMER FAVOURITE
4 NIGHTS FROM £389
Warmer than mainland UK, the Isle of Wight has it all whether you’re looking for your favourite seaside attractions, a rich history to explore or a relaxing spot to get away.
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• • • • • Ullswater Hotel, Bournemouth
DEPARTURE DATE
INCLUDES GUIDED TOUR OF ROSEMARY VINEYARD
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11 Jun 2016 27 Aug 2016 29 Sep 2016
8 8 5
Mon 19 Sep
DAYS
(FROM)
5
ENCHANTING EASTBOURNE
£229
5 DAYS FROM
S/SUPP
£60
£289
Eastbourne is traditionally the sunniest place in the UK. Retreat here for a stay filled with breathtaking views, hidden gems and 8 miles of unspoilt coastline. What’s not to love?
PRICE from £579 from £659 from £389
To request a Jersey by Air leaflet or for more information Please call 08456 66 55 44* Terms & conditions are available on request and are provided by Premier Holidays *Calls cost 3p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge
• • • • • The View Hotel, Eastbourne includes: 4 nights’ dinner bed & breakfast Excursion to Brighton Free time in Eastbourne Excursion to South Downs National Park
DEPARTURE DATE
Mon 12 Sep
Book now on 0845 666 5544* or online at www.skills.co.uk Calls cost 3p per minute plus your company’s access charge
DAYS
5
(FROM)
£289
S/SUPP
NIL
OCTOBER 2016 SKILLS HALLOWEEN BALL
£139
2 DAYS FROM
LAKE GARDA & VENICE
£579
9 DAYS FROM
DAYS CAPTIVATING CROMER & THE BROADS 5FROM £399 Norfolk’s charm retains an air of being timeless – fishing boats gracefully float along as the sea washes onto the shingle beach and a little further inland you can discover narrow towns dominated by picturesque churches.
NORFOLK BROADS CRUISE & TRAIN RIDE
• • • • • The Dragonfly Hotel, Kings Lynn
includes: Club Class coach travel & Door-to-Door service
4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Admission to Felbrigg Hall Broads cruise & train ride Visits to King’s Lynn, Sheringham, Wells-Next- The-Sea, Cromer, Norwich & Great Yarmouth
DEPARTURE DATE
Mon 10 Oct
Creep along for a night of ghosts, ghouls and ghastly goings on as we unleash our inner monsters for an extravagant evening of dancing and fun!
• • • • • Vermont Hotel, Newcastle
Set at the foothills of the Alps, Italy’s very own Lake District is a treasure trove of tastes and experiences. Sample delicious Italian cuisine, explore enchanting towns, lounge on tranquil beaches or simply lose yourself in the crystal blue waters of its largest lake; the spectacular Lake Garda.
Combining old character with contemporary elegance and four-star luxury, the Vermont Hotel is the perfect base to discover Newcastle.
includes: 1 night dinner, bed & breakfast
GREAT FOR GET TOGETHERS & REUNIONS
Themed evening entertainment & ball Free time in Richmond Free time in Newcastle
DEPARTURE DATE
Sun 30 Oct
DAYS
2
(FROM)
£139
includes: Return ferry sailing
Welcome drink at the hotel 2 nights’ entertainment 4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Entrance to the Asbach Brandy Visitor Centre Excursions to Rudesheim, Cochem & Boppard
Mon 03 Oct
DAYS
5
THREE COUNTRIES TASTER FT. VALKENBURG, AACHEN & LIEGE
DAYS
9
(FROM)
£219
5 DAYS FROM
Llandudno is Wales largest seaside resort with a beautiful coastline, rolling countryside and endless attractions. On this break we visit Llandudno, Chester and Snowdonia National Park.
£579
S/SUPP
£389
S/SUPP
£72
£75
2 DAYS FROM
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1 night dinner, bed & breakfast Free time in York & Harrogate
DEPARTURE DATE
Sat 08 Oct
DAYS
2
THE HAUNTED RIBBLEY VALLEY & THE PENDLE WITCHES
(FROM)
£75
2 DAYS FROM
S/SUPP
£15
£109
• • • • • Vermont Hotel, Newcastle
includes: 4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast
Free time in Newcastle Excursion to Alnwick Castle & Gardens Excursion to Cragside House Full day excursion to Northumbria Coast
DEPARTURE DATE
Mon 24 Oct
DAYS
5
(FROM)
£389
3 DAYS FROM
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£60
£130
• • • • • Beaufort Park Hotel
Tea, coffee & bara brith on arrival 1 nights entertainment Free time in Chester & Llandudno Excursion to Snowdonia National Park
DEPARTURE DATE
£25
£399
Join us on this Northern explorer to two of the most visited parts of England. The medieval architecture of York and the quaint delights of Harrogate combine to create a break full of culture and history, this is a weekend not to be • • • • • The Campanile Hotel, Bradford missed. includes: Return coach travel
£125
includes: 2 nights dinner, bed & breakfast
S/SUPP
£299
(FROM)
5 DAYS FROM
A WELSH WEEKEND
Hotel Wagner, Kamp Bornhofen Staying at the Hotel Wagner, you are assured of a warm welcome. This hotel is a long standing favourite amongst our CoachStyle customers.
DEPARTURE DATE
2 nights’ bed & breakfast en-route; 6 night’s dinner, bed & breakfast in resort; Excursions to Venice, Passo, Pordoi & Ortisei Lake Tour.
HIGHLIGHTS OF NEWCASTLE & NORTHUMBERLAND
4* HOTEL
includes: Return ferry sailing;
Sat 08 Oct
From violent Roman invasions to territorial battles between England and Scotland, the legacy of Northumberland’s embattled past can still be seen today, showcasing exquisite castles, battlefields and stately homes alongside sweeping Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and golden coasts.
We are very proud to once again feature the fantastic Hotel Wagner. The Rhine Valley is situated between Rudesheim and Koblenz and the river cuts majestically through the slate mountains and meanders past hillsides, castles and steep fields to create a magical beauty.
Perfectly positioned close to the Riva del Garda’s lake shore, this hotel offers bright and comfortable rooms.
DEPARTURE DATE
£10
£219
5 DAYS FROM
THE RHINE VALLEY
S/SUPP
(FROM)
5
YORK & HARROGATE
• • • • • Hotel La Perla, Riva Del Garda
DAYS
Fri 28 Oct
DAYS
3
CORNISH GEMS: NEWQUAY, ST IVES & PADSTOW
(FROM)
£130
5 DAYS FROM
GUIDED TOURS WITH SIMON ENTWISTLE Revisit the notorious legend of Pendle Hill, a story of murder, witchcraft and terror deep in the heart of Lancashire’s Ribble Valley. Our guide on this tour is Simon Entwistle who has appeared on TV and Radio in the past and will take you on an entertaining journey through the history of this hauntingly beautiful landscape.
• • • • • Holiday Inn Preston
The Holiday Inn Preston has a prime central location, making it a great base to stay.
includes: 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast
Guided tour of Pendle Hill with Simon Entwistle Entry to Pendle Heritage Centre Guided tour of Samlesbury Hall
back by popular demand DEPARTURE DATE
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£369
DAYS
Sat 08 Oct
NIL
2
(FROM)
£109
2 DAYS FROM
BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS
S/SUPP
£17
£75
Compare the sights and sounds of these three compelling countries; Belgium’s oldest city, Liege, beautiful Aachen, in Germany, and enchanting Valkenburg, Holland, As we discover their unique • • • • • Best Western Hotel Walram, Valkenburg culture and history. includes: Return ferry sailing 4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Excursion to Aachen, 3-countrIes viewing point & Maastricht Free time in Liege & Valkenburg Optional Maastricht to Liege River Cruise £15pp DEPARTURE DATE
Mon 03 Oct
DAYS
5
(FROM)
£299
DAYS LAVER SAVER:BEVERLEY&SCARBOROUGH 2FROM
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£35
£89
Friends of all ages, old and new are guaranteed a warm Yorkshire welcome. Covering stunning coasts and tantalising towns there is something for everyone to enjoy
• • • • • Hallmark Hotel, Hull includes: Club Class coach travel
Cornwall is best known for its outstanding natural beauty and stunning coastlines. Relax and gently explore the real beauty the area has to offer. With visits to St Ives, Padstow and free time in Newquay you will get a real insight into one of the most beautiful places to visit in the UK.
• • • • • Best Western Hotel Bristol, Newquay
The illuminations have been a major attraction in Blackpool since 1879. Using over 1 million lamps the illuminations are often referred to as “artificial sunshine.”
This family-run hotel situated by the sea is the ideal base from which to explore this picturesque place.
includes: 4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast
Excursion to St Ives Excursion to Padstow Free time in Newquay
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The Elgin Hotel OR The Grand Metropole Hotel Your hotel will be confirmed at the time of booking.
includes: Return coach travel
1 night dinner, bed and breakfast Evening drive through the lights Free time in Blackpool
1 night dinner, bed & breakfast Free time in Beverley & Scarborough DEPARTURE DATE
4* HOTEL DEPARTURE DATE
Sat 15 Oct
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2
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£89
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£10
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Mon 03 Oct
DAYS
5
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£369
S/SUPP
£76
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• • • • • Disney’s Santa Fe Hotel The epitome of America’s southwest with its legendary route 66 theme makes for a fun and exciting place to stay. Located within easy reach of the Disney parks by free shuttle.
3 nights’ bed & breakfast 2-Day Park Hopper ticket
TURKEY & TINSEL PACKAGE DEPARTURE DATE
DAYS
Fri 11 Nov
4
TWINKLING COVENT GARDEN & OXFORD STREET SHOPPER
(FROM)
£289
S/SUPP
£99
2 DAYS FROM
• • • • • Best Western Palm Hotel, London includes: 1 night dinner, bed & breakfast Free time in London
Sun 10 Dec
DAYS
2
CORNISH WINTER DELIGHTS
DEPARTURE DATE
Mon 05 Dec
(FROM)
£99
4 DAYS FROM
DAYS
4
CHRISTMAS IN HAMPSHIRE
1
Mon 07 Nov
DAYS
5
LUXEMBOURG & TRIER CHRISTMAS MARKETS
(FROM)
£229
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£279
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£279
5 DAYS FROM
Fri 23 Dec
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FESTIVE BREAK IN SIDMOUTH
5 DAYS FROM
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£489
£259
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£409
The Seascape Hotel, Torquay
Christmas Package Excursions to Sidmouth & Exeter Scenic drive through Dawlish & Teignmouth
DEPARTURE DATE
Fri 23 Dec
DAYS
(FROM)
5
ADVENT IN THE GOLDEN CITY OF PRAGUE
£409
6 DAYS FROM
Tina Turner by Dolly James is this week’s highlight, as this amazing tribute is regarded as one of the very best acts in the country. With almost 18-years’ experience under her belt, Dolly James is “Simply the Best!” You’ll be thoroughly entertained with classics such as “What’s Love Got To Do With It” and “River Deep Mountain High”.
Mon 12 Dec
DAYS
6
£395
DAYS
5
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£389
4 DAYS FROM
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£299
Warners Lakeside includes: Door-to-Door Service
3 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Optional excursions to Portsmouth, Chichester & Bognor Regis Visits to Oxford & Bicester Shopping Village DAYS
4
WESTON-SUPER-MARE FT. BATH & CHELTENHAM
(FROM)
£299
5 DAYS FROM
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£229
Capture the fun and excitement of Christmas and enjoy an extra special Turkey and Tinsel break in Weston-Super-Mare.
TURKEY & TINSEL PACKAGE INCLUDED
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4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Excursions to Exmouth, Exeter, Paignton & Torquay Free time in Sidmouth
Fri 16 Dec
3 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast in resort Guided tour of Prague Visit to Prague Christmas market ‘Fairy Light’ boat trip
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DEPARTURE DATE
includes: 2 nights’ bed & breakfast en-route
includes: Club Class coach travel & Door-to-Door
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• • • • • Ramada Prague City Centre
A magnificent Regency building with an unrivalled position on Sidmouth’s elegant esplanade, ideally located for our stay.
Tue 15 Nov
S/SUPP
£395
• • • • • Royal York & Faulkner Hotel, Sidmouth
DEPARTURE DATE
£35
includes: 4 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast
Sidmouth, often described as “a town caught in timeless charm.” Rich in history and beautiful gardens. We have also put together a festive package to warm your cockles! Carols performed after dinner, music for dancing and festive quizzes, make this the perfect festive break!
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Capture the fun and excitement of Christmas and enjoy an extra special Turkey and Tinsel break in Weston-Super-Mare.
The Christmas season is always the most magical time of year and it has a particularly unforgettable atmosphere in Prague. Elegant old houses, beautiful palaces, cobblestonE streets and baroque squares lit with gas lamps all add to the buzz of festive spirit; we invite you to witness the magic of Prague at Christmas. S/SUPP
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A DELIGHTFUL DEVONSHIRE CHRISTMAS IN TORQUAY
£60
£389
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3 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast Excursions to Luxembourg City Christmas Market, Metz, Trier Christmas Market & Bernkastel Kues
Sun 27 Nov
S/SUPP
£489
DEPARTURE DATE
£30
Christmas package Excursion to Beaulieu & Portsmouth Ticket to pantomime
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includes: Return ferry sailings
• • • • • The Red Lion Hotel, Fareham includes: 4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast
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Evening entertainment Tea/coffee on arrival Scenic drive along North Yorkshire Moors Excursions to Whitby & Goathland
• • • • • Hotel Belle Vue, Vianden
Cornwall in winter has an enchanted atmosphere. The crowds have all left, leaving behind peaceful beaches, untouched natural beauty and quaint old pubs where there is always a spare seat next to • • • • • Best Western Hotel Bristol, Newquay a roaring fire. includes: Door-to-Door Service & 3 nights’ Half board Mulled wine & mince pies on arrival Excursions to Falmouth, Truro, Perranporth & CHANCE TO WIN £50 Padstow & visit to Weston-super-Mare WORTH OF Lunch, tour & tasting at St. Austell Brewery HOLIDAY VOUCHERS Quiz to win £50 of Laver Holiday vouchers
INCLUDES FULL CHRISTMAS PACKAGE
This break is the perfect choice for those wanting a dual-country Christmas market experience as we visit the enchanting Luxembourg City and the German city of Trier.
DEPARTURE DATE
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• • • • • The Delmont Hotel includes: 4 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast
DEPARTURE DATE
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Covent Garden’s cobbled piazza and quirky market stalls are irresistible at this time of year so with your shopping all wrapped up, relax and let the good tidings roll.
Enjoy Christmas in beautiful midst of Hampshire’s rugged coastlines, unspoilt countryside, ancient villages and areas of stunning natural beauty. This tour also returns to the Red Lion Hotel in Fareham which always shows great festive spirit, making it a favourite destination for many passengers.
£229
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Join us in kicking off some fantastic festivites and wrap up in Scarborough, filled with a wealth of history, gardens and seaside shopping opportunities.
includes: Return ferry sailing
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S/SUPP
£110
• • • • • Smiths Hotel includes: 4 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast
Turkey & Tinsel package Excursions to Bath & Cheltenham Free time in Weston-Super-Mare
DEPARTURE DATE
Mon 12 Dec
Book now on 0845 666 5544* or online at www.skills.co.uk Calls cost 3p per minute plus your company’s access charge
DAYS
5
(FROM)
£229
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