Prepare to be inspired

I Itt’’s s t tiimme e f foor r y yoou u a annd d y yoouur r g grroouup p to get out and about, now more than ever you and your group can do your bit to support and revitalise our hard h hiit t t trraavveel l a annd d l leeiissuurre e i inndduussttrryy, , with more and more venues opening up and desperate to see a return of their group visitors, offering generous d diissccoouunntts s a annd d b beessppookke e packages.

Why not visit somewhere you may not have considered before who knows you may get hooked, there is plenty to choose from whichever part of the country you are in or travelling to.

Seas the d ay wit h Caledonia n Ma

cB ra yne

It’s said that the sea air is good for the soul. Certainly, this year, more than most we could all do with a good measure of it. Whether you’ve been before or you’ve yet to visit –let’s ‘seas the day’ and set sail for the islands of Scotland with Caledonian MacBrayne.

2021 also happens to be Scotland’s Year of Coasts and Waters – a timely opportunity to explore and celebrate the spectacular landscapes of the west. These are just some of the examples from the network we serve - from beaches that stretch for miles to caves with stories to tell. Visit calmac.co.uk for more.

Na tural wonders

The tiny island of Staffa, which lies to the west of Mull is home to Fingal’s Cave – a natural cathedral which inspired Mendelssohn to compose his Hebrides Overture. This spectacular island, formed of hexagonal basalt columns, is also a very busy breeding ground for seabirds each spring and summer. A real natural wonder. On Arran – famously known as ‘Scotland in Miniature’ thanks to its mix of landscapes – lies the famous King’s Cave. History fans may know this as a location where King Robert the Bruce may have had his infamous encounter with a spider. The walk forms part of the Imachar to Blackwaterfoot section of the spectacular Arran Coastal Way – a rewarding walking route around the island.

Best sea views in Eur op e

The islands of Scotland are home to some of the best sea views in Europe, thanks to their pristine, white sands framed by the azure blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Earlier this year, West Beach, Berneray on the Outer Hebrides was voted one of the top three beaches in Europe by Lonely Planet seeing off competition from Portugal and Sicily.

You’ll find beach perfection several times over on Scotland’s islands from the peaceful coves of Coll, Colonsay’s Kilornan Bay to Islay’s Machir Bay which like the aforementioned stretches for over a mile.

Scotland’s islands offer the opportunity to ‘seas the day’ and make up for lost time.

Vis it ca lma c.co.uk for more.

CroisiEurope, plans restart of European river, canal and ocean cruises from June

Europe’s largest river cruise operator, CroisiEurope, has announced details of its planned restart of European river, canal and ocean cruises with a gradual resumption from June in strict compliance with the Bureau Veritas certified sanitary protocols. River and ocean cruises will resume in June while cruises on the

French canals will resume in July as follows:

Until 31st August, all cruises qualify for CroisiEurope’s relaxed booking conditions which include a full refund should the cruise be cancelled by CroisiEurope and moving a booking free of charge to any other departure in 2021 or 2022 more than 30 days prior to departure. The safety and wellbeing of guests and crew remains CroisiEurope’s top priority and since last year the company has worked successfully with Bureau Veritas for the “SAFEGUARD” certification of its ships. The Safeguard Certification Label ensures the proper application of

Leger Shearings: ‘We literally can’t answer the volume of calls’

Leger Shearings Group is reporting record year-on-year bookings.

CEO Liam Race said bookings at the UK’s largest escorted coach tours company were up 220% “Sales have been incredible, we literally can’t answer the volume of calls we are receiving and we have drafted staff in from other areas of the business to try and attempt to answer them as quickly as possible,” he said.

Other tour operators, including

TUI and Jet2holidays have also reported a swift uptick in bookings preventive sanitary measures, which have been subject to a rigorous auditing process and confirm that crew members have been thoroughly trained to implement them. These measures will be further strengthened this year with the introduction of a new procedure, Test & Board, with guests needing to provide proof of vaccination or a negative PCR or rapid antigen test prior on embarkation. Further information about these measures can be viewed here

For res er va tions a nd further informa tion call Croisi Europe on 020 83 28 1281 or visit www.cr oisieur op e.co.uk

Travel by Numbers

Invites you for a great day out for all the family. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the National Park. From an ideal position - in a narrow gauge steam train!

Travel in one of our all-weather observation carriages behind a vintage steam locomotive to Torpantau, high in the Brecon Beacons. Trains run from February to the end of October and at Christmas. Enjoy our licensed tearooms, gift & souvenir shop, steam museum, lakeside cafe, picnic areas, children’s play area, model railway, locomotive workshop and restoration, special events, children’s birthday parties, free car and coach parking.

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