Autumn, Festive & Early Bird | East Central Scotland by David Urquhart Travel

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SELECTED DEPARTURES FROM EAST CENTRAL SCOTLAND

• Bathgate • Edinburgh • Falkirk • Livingston

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Autumn in Aberfoyle WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • •

Four nights dinner, bed & breakfast Three excursions - Stirling, Perth & 'Dunkeld & Birnam' Time in Callander & Aberfoyle on outward journey Time in Luss on return journey 2 nights live entertainment • Travel throughout

HEART 200 ROUTE

ROB ROY HOTEL, ABERFOYLE

LIFT

Put some heart into your next holiday as we take in part of the newly anticipated Heart 200 route around Highland Perthshire! Compared to the famous NC 500, Heart 200 is set to take in the best of the best in stunning Perthshire and Stirlingshire; from the rolling countryside to the idyllic towns and villages. Explore Scotland's rich history in the medieval city of Stirling and admire the years of work and skill in each building, similar to the fascinating city of Perth - Scotland's ‘Fair City’ full of medieval history, cosy cafes and first class shopping! Let’s not forget about the little historic towns that still snuggle the river banks as we explore Dunkeld and Birnam on the edge of the River Tay. This is a fantastic trip that shows this corner of Scotland in all its glory and we can’t wait to explore it!

The Rob Roy Hotel is ideally situated in stunning countryside at the gateway to the glorious Trossachs, Scotland’s first National Park. The hotel has friendly staff and great Scottish hospitality. There is a lift to all floors and WiFi available. The bedrooms are located in a separate annexe next to the main building, they feature • En-suite facilities • Television with Freeview • Hair dryer • Tea/coffee making facilities

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

£199

7 Oct

Get together with friends old and new as we indulge in some fantastic shopping in either a cosmopolitan city or traditional Christmas market. Enjoy a three-course buffet dinner, bed and breakfast to set you up for some retail therapy where you can shop till you drop for those special gifts or why not treat yourself! All this and a 2 for 1 bar at the hotel every night - what’s not to love!

shop ‘til you drop!

WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • •

Two nights buffet dinner, bed & breakfast at a mystery hotel 2 for 1 bar for 3 hours nightly between 6pm - 9pm at the hotel (conditions apply) One shopping excursion to either a city destination or Christmas market Travel throughout

3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

blackpool illuminations Weekend WHAT’S INCLUDED

EXCURSIONS

• Three nights dinner, bed & breakfast • Happy hour bar (conditions apply) • Two excursions including an evening drive to see the famous Illuminations • Time to enjoy the bustling resort of Blackpool • Entertainment • Travel throughout

CHEQUERS PLAZA HOTEL, BLACKPOOL

* GEORGIAN HOLLIES HOTEL, BLACKPOOL

LIFT

Southport - Full Day - there’s so much more to Southport than beautiful beaches and Victorian heritage, but it’s a great start! Blackpool Illuminations - Evening Drive - the 66 night light extravaganza has the whole resort of Blackpool buzzing with excitement. Gaze as the promenade is illuminated with lasers, neon lights, fibre optics and floodlighting - a must see for all ages!

HAPPY HOUR BAR

4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

(conditions apply)

*30 Aug 6 Sep *13 Sep 27 Sep ASK ABOUT OUR

*4 Oct

BLACKPOOL BOOSTERS!

25 Oct

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BLACKPOOL BOOSTERS! 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

WHAT’S INCLUDED

2, 9, 16 Sep

Four nights dinner, bed & breakfast Two excursions Time to enjoy the bustling resort of Blackpool Entertainment • Travel throughout

CAREFULLY SELECTED HOTEL IN BLACKPOOL

*CHEQUERS PLAZA HOTEL, BLACKPOOL

EXCURSIONS

*23 Sep

30 Sep 7, 14 Oct 21 Oct 28 Oct

LIFT

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£154 £149 £154 £149 £154 £149

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£81

22 Nov

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Luxury Party Break at Gretna Hall WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • •

Four nights dinner, bed & breakfast • Live entertainment on 2 nights • Travel throughout Dram of whisky, tea or coffee and cake on arrival Three excursions - 'Cockermouth, Keswick & Patterdale', 'Hexham & Haltwhistle' & Lancaster Time to explore Gretna Gateway Outlet Village • Time to explore Moffat

GRETNA HALL HOTEL, GRETNA

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

25 Nov

LIFT

£224

amsterdam mini cruise EXCURSION

WHAT’S INCLUDED • Two nights two-berth en-suite accommodation on board DFDS ship sailing from Newcastle to Ijmuiden, Amsterdam • Onboard entertainment including games, quizzes, live music, casino and disco • One excursion • Travel throughout

Amsterdam - Full Day - a hive of beautiful art, history and a culture all of its own, there’s so much more to Amsterdam than nightlife and it begs to be seen. Bicycles weave through a labyrinth of romantic streets overlooked by buildings which ooze character, and of course, there MEAL PACKAGE are the canals, thronged with passing boats.

OPTION £54

DFDS SEAWAYS

LIFT

St Andrew’s Day at the Glenmorag £1.50 Bar

LIVE MUSIC

(conditions apply)

Celebrate St Andrew's Day and join us for a fantastic night of feasting and dancing in the charming resort of Dunoon! Soak up the electric atmosphere as you dance the night away and revel in the atmosphere as we mark St Andrew's Day in style!

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Three nights dinner, bed & breakfast Two excursions - Inveraray & Oban £1.50 bar nightly (conditions apply) Entertainment nightly Travel throughout

GLENMORAG HOTEL, DUNOON

LIFT

ENTERTAINMENT

23 Nov 7 Dec

£1.50 Bar LIFT

29 Nov

£125

4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

Friday - The Denny Dee Cabaret Show Saturday - Sounds from the 50s, 60s & 70s Sunday - Singer & guitarist

GLENMORAG HOTEL,

Highlands Party

2 Nov

£63 £63 £63 £63

• Three nights dinner, bed & breakfast including a Scottish night with themed dinner followed by a Scottish party night • Entertainment nightly featuring Glasgow's live folk group, Cruachan, on the Saturday night • £1.50 bar nightly (conditions apply) • Two excursions - Inveraray & Oban • Travel throughout 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

LIVE MUSIC DUNOON

19 Oct

WHAT’S INCLUDED

dunoon party weekend WHAT’S INCLUDED

PER PERSON

3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

(conditions apply)

1 Nov 8 Nov 15 Nov 22 Nov 6 Dec

£119 £119 £119 £119 £99

LIVE MUSIC weekends

WHAT’S INCLUDED • Three or four nights dinner, bed & breakfast including a Scottish night with themed dinner followed by a party night • Welcome glass of 'bubbly' on arrival • 2 drink vouchers per person per night (conditions apply) • Two excursions (weekends) ‘Loch Ness & Inverness’ & ‘The Black Isle & Cromarty’ • Three excursions (midweeks) as weekends and also ‘Beauly & the Moray Firth’ • Entertainment nightly • Travel throughout

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4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

2 drink

1 Nov

voucherS

8 Nov

per person per night

15 Nov

(conditions apply)

22 Nov 29 Nov

MACKAY’S HOTEL, STRATHPEFFER

LIFT

6 Dec

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£119 £119 £119 £119 £119 £119

MIDWEEKS 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

11 Nov 25 Nov 2 Dec

£149 £149 £149

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Jane MacDonald’s christmas show WHAT’S INCLUDED • One night early dinner, bed & breakfast • Travel to and from the First Direct Arena, Leeds for the Saturday evening performance of Jane McDonald's Christmas Show • Time to explore Leeds Christmas Market on return journey • Travel throughout

BRITANNIA LEEDS/BRADFORD HOTEL, LEEDS

LIFT

Get in the Christmas spirit with a knock-out production from Jane McDonald as she takes to the stage and fills it with sparkle. Enjoy hit after hit as Jane’s amazing voice fills you with Christmas cheer as she entertains with a fantastic mix of carols and ballads - you’ll be singing and clapping along to all your festive favourites!

INCLUDES 2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT

a ticket for jane mcdonald’s christmas show

21 Dec

£129

Psychic Weekend at the Glenmorag Join internationally acclaimed spiritual medium, soul coach and angel communicator Jane Dawson and her team on this wonderful weekend in the Glenmorag Hotel, Dunoon. Jane and her amazing team of mediums and healers will be on hand to bring you a wonderful weekend full of surprises, guidance and perhaps a connection to your loved ones. If you would prefer something more personal, mini readings and workshops will be available (at an extra cost) for those seeking a more personal message through light, love and most importantly, laughter.

WHAT’S INCLUDED Two nights dinner, bed & breakfast One excursion - Inveraray £1.50 bar nightly (conditions apply) Two evening shows of Mediumship from Jane and her team • Travel throughout

INCLUDES

• • • •

TWO EVENING SHOWS OF MEDIUMSHIP

£1.50 Bar (conditions apply)

LIFT

GLENMORAG HOTEL, DUNOON

3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

25 Oct

£115

Relive the glorious days of Summertime as we make our way to the Festival Theatre in Pitlochry to see the fantastic stage production of Summer Holiday! Immortalised by Cliff Richard and The Shadows, the iconic 60s movie is full of feel good tunes, sunshine and fun in Athens. Along the way, the guys pick up a stowaway, rescue stranded singing trio Do-Re-Mi and fall in love. We might not be going where the sun shines brightly but you'll certainly be beaming after this knock-out performance!

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Live in Pitlochry

• Ticket to 'Summer Holiday' at The Festival Theatre, Pitlochry • Time to explore the charming town of Pitlochry • Travel throughout

the enchanted forest WHAT’S INCLUDED • Ticket to The Enchanted Forest • Time in Pitlochry to explore • Travel throughout

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SATURDAY

5 Oct

£47

Explore the stunning autumn woodland setting of Faskally Wood near Pitlochry. The Enchanted Forest sound and light show is a feast for your senses, with dazzling visuals and innovative design set against an original music score. Using the woodland garden as a natural backdrop, you will experience a lighting show that is, quite simply, out of this world.

INCLUDES ENTRY TO THE ENCHANTED FOREST

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THURSDAY

17 Oct 24 Oct 31 Oct

£49 £49 £49

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Horse of the Year Show WHAT’S INCLUDED

The 'World’s Most Famous Horse Show' is back for another great year! Experience the thrills and electric atmosphere at one of the most anticipated events on the equestrian calendar. Watch the demonstrations, cheer for your favourite and be totally blown away by the talent and spirit shown from both horse and rider. This is one event you will not want to miss!

• Two nights bed & breakfast including dinner on night of arrival • Ticket and travel to Horse of the Year Show on the Saturday • Travel throughout

INCLUDES a ticket to horse of the year show 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

COVENTRY HILL HOTEL, NEAR COVENTRY

4 Oct

LIFT

In celebration of the 100-year anniversary of the tomb discovery, the boy king's priceless tomb artifacts will visit London one final time while a new permanent resting place for the treasures is constructed at the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo. TUTANKHAMUN: Treasures of the Golden Pharaoh features over 150 stunning authentic tomb objects including 60 on display outside Egypt for the first time. This is an absolute must-see cultural event and final opportunity to experience the magic and mystery of Tutankhamun before his treasures return to Egypt forever.

WHAT’S INCLUDED • Two nights dinner, bed & buffet breakfast • One excursion including a ticket for the Tutankhamun Exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery, London • Travel throughout

JURYS INN, WATFORD

A MUST SEE EVENT 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

2 Nov

LIFT

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Mrs Brown’s Boys D’Musical is bursting onto the stage in 2019 and we're all going! Award-winning Brendan O'Carroll and 'The Boys' are all set for their brand new production which is sure to take the UK by storm. Enjoy catchy tunes, side-splitting comedy and toe tapping fun which is sure to put a smile on your face and a song in your ear for days to come.

£199

£169

INCLUDES

• Two nights dinner, bed & breakfast with early dinner on the night of the performance • Travel to and from the Echo Arena, Liverpool & Ticket for ‘Mrs Brown's Boys D'Musical’ • One afternoon excursion - Manchester Christmas Markets • Time to explore Liverpool Christmas Market on the morning of departure DON’T • Travel throughout

MISS OUT!

A TICKET FOR

MRS BROWN’S BOYS D’MUSICAL AT THE ECHO ARENA, LIVERPOOL 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS LIFT

29 Nov

£169

DARESBURY PARK HOTEL, WARRINGTON

A DAVID URQUHART TRAVEL FAVOURITE

2 for 1 bar (conditions apply)

BOOK NOW TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT

WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • •

One night gala festive dinner with all the trimmings, bed & breakfast 2 for 1 bar for three hours (conditions apply) Welcome glass of wine on the tables Cabaret entertainment from the 'Bee Gees' & 'Tom Jones' tribute acts followed by 'Lionel Vinyl' and a disco in the hotels sparkling ballroom 2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT • Travel throughout

NORBRECK CASTLE HOTEL, BLACKPOOL

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LIFT

8 Dec

£69 5

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Thrills, Frills & Markets York St Nicholas Fayre is one of the most popular Christmas Markets in the UK. York is a magical place at any time of the year but once the festive season begins it's transformed into a winter wonderland of traditional wooden chalets filled with goodies! The Fayre offers a range of lovely gifts and fresh local farm produce and there will also be a medieval market within the rooms of Barley Hall with live craft shows, mulled wine and costumed traders. The St Nicholas Fayre will fill you with Christmas 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS Spirit of days gone by.

york st nicholas fayre WHAT’S INCLUDED • Two nights dinner bed & breakfast • One excursion - York St Nicholas Fayre on Saturday • Entertainment • Travel throughout

15 Nov

BOSTON HOTEL, SCARBOROUGH

LIFT

The quaint village of Grassington comes alive with festive cheer as characters in period dress pass you by, telling stories of days gone by. Street theatre entertains with buskers and shoe-shine boys and Christmas music echoes from the bandstand. Wander the cobbled streets and explore the unique little stalls selling a variety of country crafts and unique gifts for everyone on your Christmas list. This is a magical traditional market that offers a little twist of the Oliver kind! Round off a perfect trip with a stop at Skipton Christmas Market, a fantastic opportunity to wander the High Street, lined with unique festive stalls selling individual gifts family and friends will cherish.

Grassington & Skipton Christmas Markets WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • •

Two nights dinner, bed & breakfast Travel to and from Grassington for the Christmas market on Saturday Time to explore Skipton Christmas market on the return journey Entertainment • Travel throughout

GEORGIAN HOLLIES HOTEL, BLACKPOOL

3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

29 Nov

LIFT

liverpool christmas shopper WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • •

Two nights dinner, bed & breakfast 2 for 1 bar nightly (conditions apply) Time to explore Liverpool Christmas Markets Time to visit Liverpool One Shopping Centre Entertainment • Travel throughout

ADELPHI HOTEL, LIVERPOOL

LIFT

£109

Be part of the buzz at this wonderful time of year with a trip to thriving Liverpool. Visit the fabulous Liverpool One Shopping Centre, browse the market stalls on St George’s Hall plateau where the classic wooden huts are bursting with gifts and foodie treats or head to Pier Head for the Christmas Ice Festival. Wherever you head you can be sure to pick up some fantastic buys.

£105

shop ‘til you drop!

2 for 1 bar (conditions apply)

3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

8 Dec

£109

A Taste of Christmas

at the WIllowbank

- garve FESTIVE FUN Monday - Welcome reception with mulled wine • Dinner • Quiz Tuesday - 'Christmas Eve' - Dinner • Entertainment with sounds of the 50s & 60s Wednesday - 'Christmas Day' - Tea or coffee with mince pies • Traditional ‘Christmas’ dinner • Entertainment with hits through the decades Thursday - 'Boxing Day' - Glass of punch • Grand 'Boxing Day' farewell dinner • Party night

£1.50

WHAT’S INCLUDED • Four nights dinner, bed & breakfast • Three excursions - Ullapool, 'Loch Ness & Inverness' & 'Tain & Dornoch' • £1.50 bar nightly (conditions apply) • Entertainment nightly • Travel throughout

GARVE HOTEL, GARVE

LIFT

Bar (conditions apply)

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

4 Nov 11 Nov 18 Nov 25 Nov 2 Dec

£151 £151 £149 £149 £129

WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • • •

Two nights dinner, bed & breakfast One excursion - Burns’ Country Time to explore Largs Time to explore Irvine on return journey Entertainment Travel throughout

FESTIVE FUN Friday - Time in Largs • Dinner • Entertainment Saturday - ‘Christmas Day’ - Traditional ‘Christmas’ dinner • Entertainment

WILLOWBANK HOTEL, LARGS

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3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

8 Nov 22 Nov 6 Dec

£99 £99 £95

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david’s festive fun

A Taste of Christmas 4 drink - Llandudno

voucherS per person per night

WHAT’S INCLUDED

(conditions apply)

• Four nights dinner, bed & breakfast • 4 drink vouchers per person per night (conditions apply) • Two excursions - Chester & 'Betws-y-Coed, Llanberis & Caernarfon' • Entertainment • Travel throughout

FESTIVE FUN Monday - Dinner • Entertainment Tuesday - ‘Christmas Day’ - Traditional ‘Christmas’ dinner • Entertainment Wednesday - ‘Boxing Day’ - Dinner • Entertainment Thursday - ‘Hogmanay' - Dinner • Entertainment

NEW LORETTA HOTEL, LLANDUDNO This charming, family run townhouse-style 75 bedroomed hotel is only a short walk from the promenade. Relax in the bar or lounge and take advantage of the WiFi available. There is a lift to all floors and bedrooms feature: • En-suite facilities • Television • Hair dryer • Radio • Tea/coffee making facilities

All Inclusive Party Break - Blackpool WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • •

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

£185 £185

4 Nov 18 Nov

LIFT

3 drink voucherS per person per night

Four nights dinner, bed & breakfast including three lunches Three excursions - Liverpool, Bury Market and Barton Grange Garden Centre Three drink vouchers per night (conditions apply) Entertainment • Bingo nightly Time to explore Blackpool • Travel throughout

CHEQUERS PLAZA HOTEL, BLACKPOOL

(conditions apply) 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

4 Nov 11 Nov

LIFT

The 71 bedroomed Chequers Plaza Hotel is situated on the Queens Promenade. The hotel offers you a warm welcome in a fantastic location, with a bus and tram stop just a few minutes walk away and panoramic views of the Irish Sea. There are two bars and a dance floor where you can relax. The hotel has WiFi and there is a lift to most floors. All bedrooms feature: • En-suite facilities • Television • Hair dryer • Tea/coffee making facilities

18 Nov 25 Nov

glamis castle christmas market

Festive Afternoon Tea - New Lanark Mill

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Entry to Glamis Castle with guided tour of the Castle • Time to explore the Christmas Market in the grounds of Glamis Castle • Travel throughout

INCLUDES

ENTRY TO GLAMIS CASTLE WITH GUIDED TOUR

SATURDAY

14 Dec

£39

• Travel to and from New Lanark Heritage Site • Three course Festive Afternoon Tea • Carols sung by the Lanark Amateur Music Society • Chance to buy discounted Christmas gifts in the Mill Shop

£179 £179 £179 £179

INCLUDES A THREE COURSE AFTERNOON TEA WITH CAROLS Wed 4 Dec Tue 10 Dec

£41 £41

Christmas Carols

Pitlochry Christmas Festival

by Candlelight - Scone Palace

& A Christmas Carol

WHAT’S INCLUDED

WHAT’S INCLUDED • Ticket to 'A Christmas Carol' at The Festival Theatre, Pitlochry • Time to explore the Pitlochry Christmas Festival • Travel throughout

INCLUDES A TICKET FOR

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

SATURDAY

7 Dec

£41

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• Travel to and from Scone Palace • Two course festive dinner by candlelight in the festively decorated Palace Rooms with coffee & truffles • Christmas Carols from local choir in the State drawing room • Prosecco and Christmas pies served at interval • Guided tour of the state rooms THURSDAY • Chance to buy Christmas gifts in the Scone 12 Dec Palace gift shop

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£67

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lochs & glens christmas break

FESTIVE FUN

WHAT’S INCLUDED • Festive board at the hotel including traditional Christmas menu with all the trimmings • Two excursions including Inveraray & around Dunoon • £1.50 bar nightly (conditions apply) • Entertainment nightly • Travel throughout

GLENMORAG HOTEL, DUNOON

LIFT

£1.50 Bar (conditions apply)

Dec 23rd - Welcome drinks reception with mince pies • Dinner • Entertainment Dec 24th - Full breakfast • Morning excursion to Inveraray • Light lunch • Dinner • Entertainment Dec 25th - Full breakfast • Traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings • Visit from Santa with gift • Light buffet dinner • Entertainment Dec 26th - Full breakfast • Short excursion around Dunoon • Light lunch • Dinner • Entertainment Dec 27th - Full breakfast • Depart for home

This friendly and welcoming Hart hotel is set in an elevated spot overlooking the breathtaking Firth of Clyde. This 74 bedroomed hotel has entertainment nightly in the grand ballroom which has a large dance floor where you can dance the night away. Relax in the cosy bar and there is a library which has games available for guests to while away the hours. The hotel has WiFi and is traditionally decorated with a lift to all floors. Bedrooms feature: • En-suite facilities • Television • Tea/coffee making facilities

FESTIVE FUN

Highlands Leisure Christmas WHAT’S INCLUDED • Festive board at the hotel including traditional Christmas menu with all the trimmings • 2 drink vouchers per person per night (conditions apply) • Entertainment nightly including a farewell party night • Two excursions - Ullapool & Inverness • Travel throughout

MACKAY’S HOTEL, STRATHPEFFER

Dec 23rd - Dinner with a glass of sparkling wine • Evening of live entertainment and dancing Dec 24th - Full Scottish breakfast • Morning excursion to Ullapool • Light buffet lunch followed by tea and cake • Afternoon games • Dinner • Evening of live entertainment Dec 25th - Full Scottish breakfast • Visit from ‘Santa’ • Traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings • Queen’s speech • Quiz in the lounge • Light dinner • Live entertainment Dec 26th - Brunch • Afternoon excursion to Inverness • Farewell dinner with party night Dec 27th - Full Scottish breakfast • Depart for home

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

23 Dec

2 drink voucherS per person per night (conditions apply)

LIFT

The MacKay’s Hotel is in an idyllic setting in the middle of the picturesque Highland village of Strathpeffer and is part of the Hart Hotel Group. The hotel even has a heated indoor swimming pool. The hotel itself is spread over four buildings, all closely located to the main facilities of the reception. The 53 bedrooms are a variety of shapes and sizes, all are comfortable and there is a lift in the original building. Bedrooms are traditionally decorated and feature: • En-suite facilities • Television • Tea/coffee making facilities

britannia mystery Christmas Break

LOOKING for a super holiday at a bargain price? Then try our superb value festive break, where we choose the destination and hotel - your break could be in Scotland, England OR Wales!!!

WHAT’S INCLUDED • Festive board at the hotel including traditional Christmas menu with all the trimmings • At least one excursion • Entertainment • Travel throughout

CAREFULLY SELECTED BRITANNIA HOTEL

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5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

23 Dec

£279

FESTIVE FUN Dec 23rd - Welcome reception with drinks • Three course dinner with tea or coffee • Entertainment in the evening Dec 24th - Full breakfast • Excursion to popular destination • Three course dinner with tea or coffee • Entertainment in the evening Dec 25th - Full breakfast • Traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings • Christmas cake with tea or coffee • Light buffet dinner with tea or coffee • Entertainment in the evening Dec 26th - Full breakfast • Excursion or time in resort • Farewell three course dinner with tea or coffee • Entertainment in the evening Dec 27th - Full breakfast • Depart for home

A warm welcome awaits you at one of our carefully selected hotels. The hotel will feature: • En-suite facilities • Television • Tea/coffee making facilities

£279

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

23 Dec

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£229

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FESTIVE FUN Dec 23rd - Dinner • Live entertainment in the evening Dec 24th - Full breakfast • Morning excursion to Whitby • Afternoon tea & cakes • Dinner • Christmas carols with the Salvation Army • Live entertainment in the evening Dec 25th - Full breakfast • Visit from Santa • Morning coffee & cakes • Traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings • Glass of bubbly • Queens speech • Afternoon tea & cakes • Christmas buffet • Prize bingo Dec 26th - Full breakfast • Time to explore Scarborough • Light lunch • Games afternoon with tea & cakes • Farewell dinner • Live entertainment in the evening Dec 27th - Full breakfast • Depart for home

in scarborough WHAT’S INCLUDED • Festive board at the hotel including traditional Christmas menu with all the trimmings • One excursion - Whitby • Time to explore Scarborough • Entertainment • Travel throughout

BOSTON HOTEL, SCARBOROUGH

LIFT

Enjoy the stunning views across Scarborough's North Bay at this friendly 30 bedroomed hotel. This family owned hotel prides itself on its warm hospitality and is set in an elevated position on the cliff top within walking distance of Scarborough's bustling town centre. The hotel has WiFi and a cosy bar and lounge area offering uninterrupted views across the bay. The hotel also has entertainment and bingo. There is a lift to all floors and bedrooms feature: • En-suite facilities • Television with Freeview • Tea/coffee making facilities

christmas • Festive board at the hotel including traditional Christmas menu with all the trimmings • Short excursion to Loch Lomond Shores • Entertainment • Time in Prestwick en-route • Time in Ayr on return • Travel throughout

23 Dec

£299

FESTIVE FUN

on the Ayrshire Coast WHAT’S INCLUDED

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

Dec 24th - Welcome drinks reception • Dinner • Entertainment Dec 25th - Full breakfast • Morning coffee • Guess the weight of the Christmas pudding • Lunch • Visit from ‘Santa’ • Afternoon tea • Traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings • Entertainment Dec 26th - Full breakfast • Morning excursion along the Ayrshire coast • Lunch • Afternoon tea • Candlelit dinner • Entertainment Dec 27th - Full breakfast • Depart for home

WILLOWBANK HOTEL, LARGS Close to a lapping sea and the rolling hills of Ayrshire, the family run HHH S.T.B. 33 bedroomed Willowbank Hotel offers holidaymakers comfort and easy access to both the seafront and Largs’ charming town centre. Inside, the hotel is warm and welcoming with friendly staff and the interior is finished to a very high standard throughout. There is no lift in the hotel however bedrooms are on the ground and first floor and all have: • En-suite facilities • Television with Freeview • Radio • Hair dryer • Tea/coffee making facilities

christmas

£259

FESTIVE FUN

in blackpool WHAT’S INCLUDED • Festive board at hotel including traditional Christmas menu with all the trimmings • Two excursions - the Lake District & St Annes • Entertainment • Travel throughout

CHEQUERS PLAZA HOTEL, BLACKPOOL

4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

24 Dec

LIFT

Dec 23rd - Dinner • Entertainment Dec 24th - Full breakfast • Morning excursion to the Lake District • Lunch • Dinner • Live entertainment Dec 25th - Full breakfast with Buck's Fizz • Traditional 4 course Christmas lunch with all the trimmings • Visit from 'Santa's' Little Helpers • Tea or coffee & Mince pies • Queen's speech • 3 course dinner • Live entertainment Dec 26th - Full breakfast • Morning excursion to St Annes • Lunch • Bingo • 3 course dinner • Live entertainment Dec 27th - Full breakfast • Depart for home

The 71 bedroomed Chequers Plaza Hotel is situated on the Queens Promenade. The hotel offers you a warm welcome in a fantastic location, with a bus and tram stop just a few minutes walk away and panoramic views of the Irish Sea. There are two bars and a dance floor where you can relax. The hotel has WiFi and there is a lift to most floors. All bedrooms are comfortable and feature: • En-suite facilities • Television • Hair dryer • Tea/coffee making facilities

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5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

23 Dec

£259

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TWIXMAS

Twixmas in Garve

Mystery Twixmas Break

WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • •

Three nights dinner, bed & breakfast Two excursions £1.50 bar nightly (conditions apply) Entertainment nightly Travel throughout

LOOKING for a super holiday at a bargain price? Then try our superb value Twixmas break as we whisk you away after the stress of Christmas giving you a chance to re-charge your batteries, before bringing you back to enjoy Hogmanay!

£1.50 Bar

EXCURSIONS

(conditions apply)

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Ullapool - Half Day - to this picturesque Highland town snuggled on the shores of Loch Broom. Inverness - Full Day - admire its beautiful red sandstone castle, perching above the city, walk along the rushing River Ness or take a peek in the beautiful Cathedral. Discover the quaint buildings of the old town, the unique little shops or wander round one of the many art galleries.

GARVE HOTEL, GARVE

LIFT

A lovely Scottish haven in a beautiful highland village, the Garve Hotel is part of the Hart Hotel Group and sits in picturesque gardens leading down to the Black Water River. This quaint homely highland hotel has entertainment nightly and you are sure of a warm welcome from the friendly staff. The hotel has a lovely restaurant and bar where visitors can relax and enjoy a hearty meal. There is a lift to all floors, all 53 bedrooms are 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS pleasantly decorated with: • En-suite facilities • Television • Tea/coffee making facilities 27 Dec

£115

• Three nights dinner, bed & breakfast • At least one excursion • Travel throughout

BOOKING IS SO EASY... To make a booking, telephone our friendly reservations staff or visit our website. Approximately four/five days prior to departure we will advise you of your hotel and departure time.

CAREFULLY SELECTED HOTEL A warm welcome awaits you at one of our carefully selected hotels. The hotel will feature: • En-suite facilities • Television • Tea/coffee making facilities

4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

27 Dec

£115

Twixmas on the ayrshire coast WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • •

Three nights dinner, bed & breakfast One excursion Time in Prestwick en-route Time in Ayr on return journey Entertainment • Travel throughout

WILLOWBANK HOTEL, LARGS

EXCURSION Loch Lomond Shores - Full Day - to Luss, Balloch and Loch Lomond Shores Visitor Centre. First on our journey will be a stop at the west shore picture-perfect village of Luss, with its quaint little cottages and old parish, before heading to Balloch, a beautiful village often called the “Gateway to Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park”. Afterwards we’ll head to Loch Lomond Shores Visitor Centre a spectacular visitor destination combining a mixture of leisure and shopping, overlooking majestic scenery.

Close to a lapping sea and the rolling hills of Ayrshire, the family run HHH S.T.B. 33 bedroomed Willowbank Hotel offers holidaymakers comfort and easy access to both the seafront and Largs’ charming town centre. Inside, the hotel is warm and welcoming with friendly staff and the interior is finished to a very high standard throughout. There is no lift in the hotel however bedrooms are on the ground and first floor and all have: • En-suite facilities • Television with Freeview • Radio • Hair dryer • Tea/coffee making facilities

BOOK BY PHONE FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME ON

4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

27 Dec

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£137

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hogmanay Step into the New Year in style with a fabulous break from David Urquhart Travel. It’s a time to reflect on the past and look forward to the coming year as we party with fellow Urquhart customers in one of our great resorts! The countdown is on to book your seat and make sure 2020 starts with a bang!

hogmanay in dunoon

donegal leisure hogmanay

WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • •

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Festive board at hotel Hogmanay celebrations One excursion - Inveraray Entertainment nightly Travel throughout

• • • • •

Festive board at hotel Hogmanay celebrations One excursion - Derry-Londonderry Entertainment Travel throughout

FESTIVE FUN

Dec 30th - Welcome drinks reception • Dinner • Scottish entertainment • Glass of sparkling wine Dec 31st - Full breakfast • Short excursion to Inveraray • Light lunch • Gala Hogmanay dinner • Entertainment to welcome in the New Year • Glass of bubbly at midnight Jan 1st - Brunch • Afternoon tea • Farewell dinner • Entertainment Jan 2nd - Full breakfast • Depart for home

Dec 29th - Dinner • Entertainment Dec 30th - Breakfast • Excursion to Derry-Londonderry • Dinner • Entertainment Dec 31st - Breakfast • Dinner • Entertainment Jan 1st - Breakfast • Time to explore Donegal • Quiz • Dinner • Entertainment Jan 2nd - Breakfast • Depart for home

GLENMORAG HOTEL, DUNOON

CENTRAL HOTEL, DONEGAL

30 Dec

£312

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Experience classic Irish charm in a fantastic location, the HHH A.A. Central Hotel is right in the middle of Donegal’s action. With wonderful attractions like Donegal Castle and Glenveagh National Park not far off, there’ll be plenty to keep you fascinated during your stay. With traditional décor inside, guests at the Central Hotel can enjoy some fantastic unwind-and-relax extras, such as a heated indoor swimming pool and gym. There is a lift to all floors and bedrooms feature: • En-suite facilities 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS • Television • Hair dryer • Tea/coffee making facilities 29 Dec

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LIFT

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hogmanay FESTIVE FUN

7 days

newquay leisure hogmanay

Dec 29th - Dinner • Entertainment Dec 30th - Full breakfast • Excursion to Truro • Dinner • Entertainment Dec 31st - Full breakfast • Dinner • Entertainment Jan 1st - Full breakfast • Dinner • Entertainment Jan 2nd - Full breakfast • Excursion to Exeter • Dinner • Entertainment Jan 3rd - Full breakfast • Excursion to Padstow • Dinner • Entertainment Jan 4th - Full breakfast • Depart for home

WHAT’S INCLUDED • Festive board at hotel • Hogmanay celebrations • Three excursions - Truro, Exeter & Padstow • Entertainment • Travel throughout

SANDY LODGE HOTEL, NEWQUAY The Sandy Lodge is an excellent family run 80 bedroomed hotel in Cornwall's premier resort. There's a bar with a dance floor and a pool table to enjoy a quick game with friends. The hotel also has a heated indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, gym and sauna (small extra charge). You're sure to leave fully relaxed and refreshed. The hotel has WiFi 7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS and there is a lift to most floors. Bedrooms are light and airy with: • En-suite facilities • Television • Hair dryer • Tea/coffee making facilities 29 Dec

£359

LIFT

FESTIVE FUN

Liverpool leisure hogmanay WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • •

Festive board at hotel Hogmanay celebrations One excursion - Chester Entertainment Travel throughout

LIFT

Dec 30th - Welcome reception with drinks • Three course buffet dinner with tea or coffee • Entertainment in the evening Dec 31st - Full English breakfast • Excursion to Chester • Hogmanay buffet dinner with tea or coffee • Entertainment to welcome in the New Year Jan 1st - Late buffet brunch • Chef’s hot & cold buffet dinner with tea or coffee • Entertainment in the evening Jan 2nd - Full English breakfast • Depart for home

ADELPHI HOTEL, LIVERPOOL In the heart of historic Liverpool this Edwardian style Britannia hotel is perfectly located within the city centre, with some of the country's best shopping on it's doorstep. The hotel has 402 bedrooms offering traditional and modern décor throughout. Enjoy one of the three vibrant bars where you are sure to be relaxed during your stay. There is WiFi 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS available and a lift to all floors and bedrooms feature: • En-suite facilities • Television • Radio • Trouser press • Hair dryer • Tea/coffee making facilities 30 Dec

hogmanay FIREBALL festival

£339

As the clock strikes midnight, music from the mass pipe bands fill the air and the historic High Street of Stonehaven comes alive with balls of fire, signifying the New Year and a fresh start for all. Locals march down the street swinging balls of fire above their heads, headed by a lone piper who leads the parade down to the old harbour. Herald in the New Year in ancient style, excitement and a great atmosphere with pipe bands and an impressive firework finale.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

WHAT’S INCLUDED 4 DAYS • Festive board at hotel • Hogmanay celebrations • Two excursions including the Stonehaven Fireball Festival on Hogmanay • Entertainment • Travel throughout BRITANNIA HOTEL, ABERDEEN 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS LIFT

30 Dec

BOOK BY PHONE FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME ON

£251

3 DAYS

• Festive board at hotel • Hogmanay celebrations • Two excursions including the Stonehaven Fireball Festival on Hogmanay • Entertainment • Travel throughout

BEST WESTERN SUMMERHILL LIFT HOTEL & SUITES, 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS ABERDEEN 31 Dec £179

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hogmanay

peterhead leisure hogmanay

hogmanay in the lake district WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • •

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Festive board at hotel Hogmanay celebrations One excursion - Keswick Entertainment Travel throughout

• • • • •

Festive board at hotel Hogmanay celebrations One excursion - Aberdeen Entertainment Travel throughout

FESTIVE FUN

Dec 30th - Tea or coffee & biscuits on arrival • Dinner • Entertainment Dec 31st - Full breakfast • Morning excursion to Keswick • Light lunch • Pre-dinner drinks • Four course Gala dinner • Entertainment with glass of champagne at midnight to bring in the New Year Jan 1st - Breakfast • Afternoon tea • Gourmet dinner • Entertainment Jan 2nd - Full breakfast • Depart for home

Dec 30th - Welcome reception with drinks • Three course buffet dinner with tea or coffee • Entertainment in the evening Dec 31st - Full breakfast • Excursion to Aberdeen • Gala Hogmanay buffet dinner with tea or coffee • Entertainment to welcome in the New Year Jan 1st - Late buffet brunch • Chef’s hot & cold buffet dinner with tea or coffee • Entertainment in the evening Jan 2nd - Full breakfast • Depart for home

CUMBERLAND HOTEL, WORKINGTON

WATERSIDE HOTEL, PETERHEAD

Located within easy access to the stunning Lake District, the family owned and run 29 bedroomed Cumberland Hotel is in a fantastic location. The hotel has a warm and welcoming atmosphere, as well as a lovely restaurant and bar where you can relax. There is a lift to all floors, WiFi and the traditional bedrooms all feature: • En-suite facilities 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS • Television • Hair dryer • Tea/coffee making facilities 30 Dec LIFT

£271

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The 121 bedroomed Waterside Hotel is nestled in picturesque gardens next to the River Ugie and is part of the Britannia hotel group. For a small extra charge guests can enjoy a heated indoor swimming pool, spa facilities, gym, Turkish bath and WiFi. The hotel has no lift, however bedrooms are on the ground and first floor and feature: • En-suite facilities 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS • Television • Hair dryer • Tea/coffee making facilities

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30 Dec

£255

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Hogmanay

hogmanay in blackpool

FESTIVE FUN Dec 30th - Welcome Sherry reception • 3 course dinner with tea or coffee • DJ entertainment with cabaret and party games • Light buffet supper • Dancing Dec 31st - Full breakfast • Morning excursion to St Annes • Afternoon bingo & Karaoke contest with tea or coffee & cake • Dinner • Evening cabaret entertainment with games and prizes • Light buffet • Music and dancing • Glass of bubbly to bring in New Year Jan 1st - Full breakfast • Afternoon tea • Mr & Mrs competition • Dinner • Fancy dress party with prizes • Cabaret entertainment and dancing • Hot basket supper Jan 2nd - Full breakfast • Depart for home

WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • •

Festive board at hotel Hogmanay celebrations One excursion - St Annes Entertainment • Travel throughout

GEORGIAN HOLLIES HOTEL, BLACKPOOL The Georgian Hollies Hotel is a family run, 104 bedroomed hotel based in a fantastic location in the heart of Blackpool, situated close to all the attractions including the Winter Gardens and Blackpool Tower. This friendly hotel offers a warm welcome, WiFi, a lively bar and has entertainment every night. There is a lift to all floors and all bedrooms have: • En-suite facilities • Television with Freeview • Radio • Tea/coffee making facilities

hogmanay in garve

£235

FESTIVE FUN

Festive board at hotel • Hogmanay celebrations One excursion - Inverness Entertainment nightly Travel throughout

GARVE HOTEL, GARVE

LIFT

Dec 30th - Welcome drinks reception with canapes • Dinner • Live entertainment Dec 31st - Full Scottish breakfast • Morning excursion to Inverness • Soup & sandwich lunch • Highland themed Hogmanay dinner • Entertainment to bring in the New Year with a toast, party favours & Stovies Jan 1st - Bucks Fizz brunch • Afternoon games with tea • Dinner • Live entertainment Jan 2nd - Full Scottish breakfast • Depart for home

WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • •

4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

30 Dec

LIFT

A lovely Scottish haven in a beautiful highland village, the Garve Hotel is part of the Hart Hotel Group and sits in picturesque gardens leading down to the Black Water River. This quaint homely highland hotel has entertainment nightly and you are sure of a warm welcome from the friendly staff. 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS The hotel has a lovely restaurant and bar where visitors can relax and enjoy a hearty meal. There is a lift to all floors, all 53 bedrooms are 30 Dec pleasantly decorated with: • En-suite facilities • Television • Tea/coffee making facilities

£315

britannia mystery Hogmanay Break

LOOKING for a super holiday at a bargain price? Then try our superb value festive break, where we choose the destination and hotel - your break could be in Scotland, England OR Wales!!!

WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • •

Festive board at the hotel Hogmanay celebrations One excursion Entertainment Travel throughout

FESTIVE FUN Dec 30th - Welcome reception with drinks • Three course dinner with tea or coffee • Entertainment in the evening Dec 31st - Full breakfast • Excursion to popular destination • Hogmanay buffet dinner with tea or coffee • Entertainment to welcome in the New Year Jan 1st - Late buffet brunch • Chef’s hot & cold buffet dinner with tea or coffee • Entertainment in the evening Jan 2nd - Full breakfast • Depart for home

CAREFULLY SELECTED BRITANNIA HOTEL A warm welcome awaits you at one of our carefully selected hotels. The hotel will feature: • En-suite facilities • Television • Tea/coffee making facilities

BOOK BY PHONE FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME ON

4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

30 Dec

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£189

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early bird 2020 Celebrate the life of the Scottish poet Rabbie Burns and dance the night away with friends old and new in the Glenmorag's ballroom. With a Burns’ supper, complimentary ‘dram’ and a Scottish night, it’s going to be one to remember.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

GLENMORAG HOTEL, DUNOON

LIFT

• • • • • •

Two nights dinner, bed & breakfast One excursion - Inveraray Time at Loch Lomond Shores on outward journey Burns' supper with complimentary 'dram' and piper £1.50 bar nightly (conditions apply) Entertainment including a Scottish night • Travel throughout

• • • • • • •

happy hour nightly

24 Jan

PLAZA HOTEL, BLACKPOOL

LIFT

Two nights dinner, bed & breakfast One excursion Time in Prestwick on outward journey Time to enjoy Largs on Sunday morning Entertainment • Travel throughout

£99

23 Mar

£139 £139 £141 £141

EXCURSION Burns’ Country - Full Day - first to the popular seaside town of Ayr, with its fantastic promenade and long sandy beach. After time to explore, it’s off to Alloway, ‘Burns Country’, with the opportunity to see the Burns Monument or perhaps visit the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum (at your own expense), which includes the famous Burns Cottage where he was born, his work and Memorial Gardens.

WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • •

3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

Liverpool - Full Day - to this magnificent city with a wealth of attractions to explore! Full of history, culture and friendly people, Liverpool is the ideal destination to discover and enjoy. Bury Market - Full Day - we visit this award winning market, 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS 24 Feb voted the ‘best market in Britain’, with over 350 stalls and cafes including the open market and market hall - there are 2 Mar bargains for everyone. Afterwards, you have time 9 Mar to explore Bury.

Four nights dinner, bed & breakfast Two excursions - Liverpool & Bury Market Happy hour nightly (conditions apply) Time to explore vibrant Blackpool (conditions apply) Bingo & entertainment nightly including DJ Time to explore Grassington on return journey Travel throughout CHEQUERS

Largs & Ayrshire Coast

(conditions apply)

EXCURSIONS

Blackpool & Liverpool WHAT’S INCLUDED

£1.50 Bar

WILLOWBANK HOTEL, LARGS

3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

31 Jan 21 Feb 13 Mar

£79 £81 £85

scarborough, york & Whitby EXCURSIONS

WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • •

Four nights dinner, bed & breakfast Two excursions Time to enjoy the seaside resort of Scarborough Time to explore Alnwick on the return journey Entertainment • Travel throughout

BOSTON HOTEL, SCARBOROUGH

LIFT

isle of skye spring escape WHAT’S INCLUDED • Four nights dinner, bed & breakfast • Three excursions • Time to explore Broadford • Entertainment • Travel throughout

DUNOLLIE HOTEL, BROADFORD

York - Full Day - renowned for its exquisite architecture with a tangle of quaint cobbled streets, the iconic York Minster and a wealth of visitor attractions including the Jorvik Viking Centre, York is a city not to be missed. Whitby - Full Day - a quirky little town with fantastic history, charming tearooms and interesting shops to browse, Whitby is the ideal place to relax and take time out from the hustle and bustle.

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

2 Mar 16 Mar 30 Mar

£153 £155 £157

EXCURSIONS 'Portree & Trotternish Peninsula' - Full Day - to the capital of the Isle of Skye’s and its most northern point, boasting Scotland’s most striking scenic landscapes. Dunvegan, Trumpan & Aros Visitor Centre - Full Day - of quaint villages, wondrous scenery and stunning views as we travel west of the Island. The Garden of Skye - Half Day - journey to the Garden of Skye, land of whale-watching, fabulous food and ruggedly stunning scenery.

OR SIMPLY BOOK ONLINE AT

 DavidUrquhart.com

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

2 Mar 9 Mar 16 Mar 23 Mar 30 Mar

£179 £181 £183 £185 £187 15

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early bird 2020 This year’s Grand Reunion celebration will certainly 'Entertain You' as we head back to Britain’s brightest seaside resort to party the night away with fellow David Urquhart Travel customers in Blackpool. Enjoy a gala dinner in the Norcalympia ballroom with a ‘2 for 1 bar’ as well as fantastic tribute acts. What’s more, with DJ entertainment, you can be sure of a fantastic night full of song and celebration!

WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • •

One night gala dinner, bed & breakfast 2 for 1 bar for three hours (conditions apply) Welcome glass of wine on the tables Cabaret entertainment and a disco in the hotels sparkling ballroom Travel throughout

2 for 1 bar

NORBRECK CASTLE HOTEL, BLACKPOOL

LIFT

(conditions apply)

2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT

16 Feb

WHAT’S INCLUDED • Two nights dinner, bed & buffet breakfast • One excursion including a ticket for the Tutankhamun Exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery, London

8 Feb

• Travel throughout

29 Feb

3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

21 Mar

JURYS INN, MILTON KEYNES

11 Apr

LIFT

Psychic Weekend

NOW THREE NIGHOTPUSLAR

DUE TO PAND DEM

at the Glenmorag

INCLUDES

WHAT’S INCLUDED • Three nights dinner, bed & breakfast • £1.50 bar nightly (conditions apply) • Two evening shows of Mediumship from Jane and her team plus one night entertainment • One excursion - Oban • Time to explore the lovely resort of Dunoon on Saturday morning • Travel throughout

TWO EVENING SHOWS OF MEDIUMSHIP

£1.50 Bar

WHAT’S INCLUDED Travel to & from Cambo Estate Entry to the Estate gardens, near St Andrews Welcome introduction on arrival Guided tour of the Snowdrop festival by an experienced day gardener Lunch of homemade soup, sandwiches & tea or coffee & biscuits in the new Cambo Heritage Centre • Time in St Andrews 16

4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

GLENMORAG HOTEL, DUNOON

Wander in an enchanted land of snowdrops peppering the forest paths, captivated by the beauties of spring as we wave farewell to winter. Afterwards we’ll step in from the cold for lunch of soup and sandwiches and the chance to browse the gift shop.

BOOK BY PHONE FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME ON

£175 £175 £179 £189

Join internationally acclaimed spiritual medium, soul coach and angel communicator Jane Dawson and her team on this wonderful weekend in the Glenmorag Hotel, Dunoon. Jane and her amazing team of mediums and healers will be on hand to bring you a wonderful weekend full of surprises, guidance and perhaps a connection to your loved ones. If you would prefer something more personal, mini readings and workshops will be available (at an extra cost) for those seeking a more personal message through light, love and most importantly, laughter.

(conditions apply)

snowdrops at cambo estate • • • • •

£69

LIFT

28 Feb

£125

INCLUDES ENTRY TO ESTATE GARDENS, GUIDED TOUR OF THE SNOWDROP FESTIVAL & LUNCH

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SATURDAY

22 Feb

£45

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early bird 2020 Put some heart into your next holiday as we take in part of the newly anticipated Heart 200 route around Highland Perthshire! Compared to the famous NC 500, Heart 200 is set to take in the best of the best in stunning Perthshire and Stirlingshire; from the rolling countryside to the idyllic towns and villages. Explore Scotland's rich history in the medieval city of Stirling and admire the years of work and skill in each building, similar to the fascinating city of Perth - Scotland's ‘Fair City’ full of medieval history, cosy cafes and first class shopping! Let’s not forget about the little historic towns that still snuggle the river banks as we explore Dunkeld and Birnam on the edge of the River Tay. This is a fantastic trip that shows this corner of Scotland in all its glory and we can’t wait to explore it!

Aberfoyle Adventures WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • • •

Four nights dinner, bed & breakfast Three excursions - Stirling, Perth & 'Dunkeld & Birnam' Time in Aberfoyle on outward journey Time in Callander on return journey 2 nights live entertainment Travel throughout

ROB ROY HOTEL, ABERFOYLE

HEART 200 ROUTE

LIFT

The Rob Roy Hotel is ideally situated in stunning countryside at the gateway to the glorious Trossachs, Scotland’s first National Park. The hotel is a short walk away from the banks of the Forth River and the picturesque village of Aberfoyle. Named after the legendary local folk hero Rob Roy McGregor, the hotel has friendly staff and great Scottish hospitality. There is a lift to all floors and WiFi available. The bedrooms are located in a separate annexe next to the main building, they feature • En-suite facilities • Television with Freeview • Hair dryer • Tea/coffee making facilities

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

3 Feb 23 Mar

Hart of the Highlands Leisure

2 drink LIVE MUSIC

WHAT’S INCLUDED • Three or four nights dinner, bed & breakfast • Two excursions (weekends) ‘Loch Ness & Inverness’ & ‘The Black Isle & Cromarty’ • Three excursions (midweeks) as weekends and also ‘Beauly & the Moray Firth’ • 2 drink vouchers per person per night (conditions apply) • Entertainment nightly • Travel throughout

MACKAY’S HOTEL, STRATHPEFFER

voucherS per person per night

weekends 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

31 Jan

UPGRADES AVAILABLE SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS

LIFT

7 Feb 14 Feb 21 Feb 28 Feb 6 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar

£95 £97 £109 £111 £113 £115 £119 £119

Dunoon Hop £1.50 Bar (conditions apply)

WHAT’S INCLUDED One night dinner, bed & breakfast • Entertainment £1.50 bar nightly (conditions apply) Time in Callander on return journey Travel throughout

GLENMORAG HOTEL, DUNOON

(conditions apply)

MIDWEEKS

• • • •

£154 £165

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

27 Jan 3 Feb 10 Feb 17 Feb 24 Feb 2 Mar 9 Mar 16 Mar 23 Mar

£119 £126 £128 £129 £129 £131 £135 £135 £137

get away for the night

JOURNEYS

LIFT

Departure times as indicated. Drop off late afternoon on return. Outward - via Loch Lomond with a stop at Balloch, Arrochar and Strachur. Return - via Tarbet, Crianlarich and Lochearnhead. Stop in Callander with time to explore.

OR SIMPLY BOOK ONLINE AT

 DavidUrquhart.com

2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT

26 Jan 15 Mar

£45 £45 17

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Early bird 2020 Dance the night away with old friends and new at the Glenmorag's Ballroom with great entertainment nightly - there’s nothing like it! Good laughs, a great atmosphere, have fun meeting up with David Urquhart Travel customers from around the country.

Dunoon party break WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • •

Four nights dinner, bed & breakfast £1.50 bar nightly (conditions apply) Three excursions - Oban, Inveraray & Loch Lomond Nightly entertainment Travel throughout

£1.50 Bar

LIVE MUSIC

(conditions apply)

UPGRADES AVAILABLE

GLENMORAG HOTEL, DUNOON

SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS

ENTERTAINMENT Monday - Guitar vocalist playing the classics Tuesday - Party Night with Highland Dancers Wednesday - Singer & guitarist playing the classics Thursday - Sounds of the 60s & 70s

dunoon cabaret weekend WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • •

Three nights dinner, bed & breakfast Two excursions - Inveraray & Oban £1.50 bar nightly (conditions apply) Entertainment nightly Travel throughout

GLENMORAG HOTEL, DUNOON

2 Mar 9 Mar 16 Mar

£125 £129 £134 £139 £139

Bar (conditions apply)

4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

UPGRADES

31 Jan

AVAILABLE SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS

7 Feb 14 Feb

ENTERTAINMENT Friday - The Denny Dee Cabaret Show Saturday - Party Night with Highland Dancers Sunday - Singer & guitarist playing the classics

Rustic landscapes, deep Glens and roaring rivers; the Scottish Highlands is a magical place full of dramatic landscapes and timeless traditions.

WHAT’S INCLUDED • Four nights dinner, bed & breakfast • Three excursions - 'Loch Ness & Inverness', 'Tain & Dornoch' & 'Gairloch, Poolewe & Ullapool' • £1.50 bar nightly (conditions apply) • Entertainment nightly • Travel throughout

6 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar

£109 £115 £115 £119 £124 £129 £129

LIVE MUSIC 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

£1.50 Bar

AVAILABLE SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS

A lovely Scottish haven in a beautiful highland village, the Garve Hotel is part of the Hart Hotel Group and sits in picturesque gardens leading down to the Black Water River. This quaint homely highland hotel has entertainment nightly and you are sure of a warm welcome from the friendly staff. The hotel has a lovely restaurant and bar where visitors can relax and enjoy a hearty meal. There is a lift to all floors, all 53 bedrooms are pleasantly decorated with: • En-suite facilities • Television • Tea/coffee making facilities

21 Feb

3 Feb

UPGRADES

17 Feb

LIVE MUSIC

escape to the highlands

LIFT

3 Feb

Dance the night away with old friends and new at the Glenmorag's Ballroom with great entertainment nightly - there’s nothing like it! Good laughs, a great atmosphere - have fun meeting up with David Urquhart Travel customers from around the country.

£1.50

GARVE HOTEL, GARVE

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

(conditions apply)

10 Feb 17 Feb 24 Feb

ENTERTAINMENT

2 Mar

Monday - Quiz Tuesday - Sounds from the 50s & more Wednesday - Dance through the decades Thursday - Country & Rock 'n' Roll night

9 Mar

BOOK BY PHONE FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME ON

✆01355 443 418

16 Mar 23 Mar

£126 £128 £128 £129 £131 £135 £136 £137

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CELEBRATE ST PATRICK’S DAY

St patrick’s Hooley in dunoon GLENMORAG HOTEL, DUNOON

LIFT

St patrick’s Hooley in the Highlands

WHAT’S INCLUDED • Two nights dinner, bed & breakfast including an Irish night with themed dinner followed by an Irish party night • Entertainment nightly featuring Glasgow's live folk group, Cruachan, on the Saturday night • Complimentary glass of Jameson’s on the Saturday night • £1.50 bar nightly (conditions apply) • One excursion - Inveraray • Travel throughout

£1.50 Bar

LIVE BAND

(conditions apply) 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

13 Mar

£99

WHAT’S INCLUDED • Three nights dinner, bed & breakfast including an Irish night with themed dinner followed by an Irish party night • Complimentary glass of Jameson’s on the Saturday night • 2 drink vouchers per person per night (conditions apply) • Two excursions - 'Loch Ness & Inverness' & 'The Black Isle & Cromarty' • Entertainment nightly • Travel throughout

MACKAY’S HOTEL, STRATHPEFFER

2 drink voucherS per person per night (conditions apply)

4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

13 Mar

LIFT

£117

WHAT’S INCLUDED • One night dinner, bed & breakfast • Time in Manchester on Monday morning • Irish ceilidh band entertainment • 2 for 1 bar 6pm - 9pm (conditions apply) • Travel throughout

st patrick’s day in Belfast WHAT’S INCLUDED • Three nights dinner, bed & breakfast • One excursion - Armagh • Travel throughout

st patrick’s day in donegal ABBEY HOTEL, DONEGAL

2 for 1

Bar (conditions apply)

COUNTRY HOUSE HOTEL, DIDSBURY

2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT LIFT

15 Mar

£67

EXCURSION Armagh - Half Day - a major spot on the St Patrick’s Trail, Armagh is a historically important site both for Christianity and old Celtic paganism, with artefacts abounding from thousands of years past onwards. Experience the ancient Navan Fort (at your own expense), stunning national trust properties, unmatched Georgian architecture, two Saint Patrick's Cathedrals and the amazing green space of the Mall. 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

MALONE LODGE HOTEL, BELFAST

LIFT

16 Mar

£295

WHAT’S INCLUDED • • • • •

Three nights dinner, bed & breakfast Time in Donegal to enjoy all the festivities One excursion - Letterkenny Nightly entertainment Travel throughout

Boasting classic charm and hospitality, the HHH Abbey Hotel offers a warm Irish welcome in the heart of Donegal. The fascinating Donegal Castle and wonderful Glenveagh National Park are nearby, or why not just relax at the superb leisure facilities available at the neighbouring Central Hotel. There's a lift to all floors and bedrooms feature: • En-suite facilities • Television with Freeview & Satellite • Radio • Trouser press • Hair dryer • Tea/coffee making facilities

OR SIMPLY BOOK ONLINE AT

 DavidUrquhart.com

4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS LIFT

16 Mar

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Go Racing in 2020 During your time at the Cheltenham Gold Cup of 2020 you will be watching some of the finest horses and jockeys of Britain and Ireland competing for the cup! The climax of the National Hunt season.

Scottish Grand National

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THE CLUB ENCLOSURE £30 PER PERSON

BRITANNIA HOTEL, COVENTRY

• Two nights dinner, bed & breakfast • One excursion to Cheltenham Racecourse with ticket to the Tattersalls Enclosure included • Travel throughout

WHAT’S INCLUDED • Travel to & from Ayr • Includes ticket for the Grandstand Enclosure

3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

12 Mar

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GEORGIAN HOLLIES HOTEL, BLACKPOOL

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Get ready for action as racing lovers flock to witness some of the greatest names in horse racing battling it out over the four miles and half a furlong of the famous Ayr Racecourse. Soak up the atmosphere and enjoy a great day out with friends at the Scottish Grand National.

• Two nights dinner, bed & breakfast • One excursion to the Grand National including a ticket for the Steeplechase Enclosure with a full race meeting, live bands, DJs and entertainment on throughout the day • Travel throughout

SATURDAY

£59

18 Apr

Be part of the action and place your bets at the ‘World’s Greatest Steeplechase’. With entry to the Steeplechase Enclosure, you can soak up the atmosphere, enjoy a thrilling day out and feel the adrenalin rush.

3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

£159

3 Apr

later in 2020 Experience a once in a decade opportunity as David Urquhart Travel offers Oberammergau 2020 - a world famous event that needs little introduction. The history of the Passion Play began almost 400 years ago after a deadly plague raged many parts of Europe. The villagers of Oberammergau promised to perform the suffering death and resurrection of Christ once every ten years if they could be spared this deadly disease. So, since 1634, the Passion Play took place and has continued every ten years since. With over 2000 performers, musicians and technicians, all of whom are residents of the village, you will simply be blown away by this performance. This unique event draws people from all over the world and you will not only be amazed by the history of the Passion Play, but also by the strength in faith that has kept this village strong for so many years.

oberammergau passion play 2020 WHAT’S INCLUDED • Travel to & from Austria • Two nights two berth cabin (en-suite) accommodation, dinner & buffet breakfast on board the ferry crossing to the continent • Two overnights en-route to Austria, dinner, bed & breakfast included • Three nights dinner, bed & breakfast in Tyrol • One night bed & breakfast in Oberammergau including a 3 course Passion Play dinner • Day ticket for the Oberammergau Passion Play • Guided sightseeing tour of Innsbruck including entry to Hofburg Palace • Full day guided excursion of the Bavarian Lakes including cruise on Lake Achensee

ONCE IN A DECADE 9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS

3 Jun

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3 Aug

£1299 £1499

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