EXCLUSIVE A C C E S S I B L E H O L I D AY S WITH
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Your Award-Winning Accessible Travel Specialists
AND NOW FOR SOMETHING C O M P L E T E LY D I F F E R E N T: E X P E R T LY C R A F T E D E X C L U S I V E H O L I D AY S When creating our own range of exclusive holidays with built-in excursions, the last thing we wanted to bring you was just another range of ‘group tours’. We wanted to design something special. Something that offered a range of desirable destinations, quality accessible accommodation, and carefully planned accessible excursions. Holidays where lifelong friendships can be formed, but with enough spare time and freedom to enjoy your own personal space. Welcome to Exclusive Accessible Holidays with Excursions, expertly designed for you by Enable Holidays – the award-winning accessible travel specialists.
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P E R F E C T LY D E S I G N E D F O R Y O U Our small group holidays are not your ‘typical tours’. They are informal, flexible and allow plenty of free time to relax or explore at your own pace between group activities. You’ll meet like-minded single travellers, couples or friends - and enjoy your holiday just how you like it! We’re bringing people together from all over the UK. You’ll be introduced to each other at the welcome meeting, go on excursions together, and then socialise as you wish – or do as you please. The idea behind these holidays is to help you meet new friends and enjoy experiences together with other wheelchairusers without it being too regimented. They’re especially popular with people that are new wheelchair-users looking for an easier and more enjoyable way to holiday abroad. On the following pages, you can learn more about our exciting Exclusive Accessible Holidays for 2018 to Jersey, Malta and Madeira. And for the full details on any holiday, please call one of our disabled holiday experts on 0871 222 4939, or email info@enableholidays.com
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JERSEY 7 N I G H T S – D E PA R T I N G 1 9 T H M AY, 30TH JUNE, 22ND SEPTEMBER 2018 L O C A L A I R P O R T S AVA I L A B L E O R T R AV E L B Y F E R R Y F R O M P O O L E
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– Welcome signage at the airport and meet and greet service
–F ree hire of profile bed, hoist and shower chair
– Wheelchair accessible transfers between the destination airport and hotel
–W elcome meeting with complimentary non-alcoholic drinks
– Assistance with luggage from boarding the taxi to hotel room
–F ive well-planned accessible excursions
– Adapted accommodation in ultra-accessible hotel – Full Board (packed lunches for excursions)
–A ssistance and support throughout your stay
THE PERFECT ISLAND E S C A P E I S O N LY A S H O R T F L I G H T AWAY Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands, is a perfect blend of British and French cultures in a relaxing continental atmosphere. English is the official language and pound sterling is the currency. A holiday in Jersey also means VAT-free shopping, beautiful scenery and excellent food. The island provides a large amount of wheelchair-friendly facilities, while the wide and level pavements make transport through the streets far easier than many other destinations. These welcome benefits, together with the advantage of a short flight from the UK mainland and ultra-accessible accommodation, make Jersey the ideal location for a disabled holiday.
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Maison des Landes provides some of the best accommodation for people with impaired mobility in Jersey, if not the UK. It is dedicated to disabled guests and their families or escorts, with accommodation carefully designed to meet special requirements. L OC ATION : The hotel stands amongst attractive gardens, nine miles from St. Helier, with panoramic views of St. Ouen’s Bay and the Atlantic. GEN ERAL FAC IL ITIES: Indoor heated swimming pool with wheelchair ramps and hoists, bar, lounge, ten pin bowling, boules. Staff on hand to assist guests. EN TERTAIN M EN T: Bingo, karaoke, pub quizzes and visiting entertainers. ROOM FAC IL ITIES: All the rooms on the ground floor are totally adapted. Many have a ceiling hoist and an electric bed, and all have a flat-floor shower and grab rails.
MAISON DES LANDES FULL BOARD
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ACCESSIBLE GROUP EXCURSIONS During your ultra-accessible holiday, you will have plenty of opportunities to explore the beauty of Jersey, with the benefit of adapted excursions to some of the island’s highlight attractions.
While some excursions are determined by weather conditions and subject to change, you will be guaranteed five quality excursions during your stay. Here are just some of the most popular tours in our itinerary.
ST HELIER
S T B R E L A D E ’ S B AY
Overflowing with history and legend, St Helier also offers visitors excellent shopping facilities with duty-free prices to tempt you even more.
The famous south-westerly beach with gorgeous white sands and a handsome promenade, help to make this one of the most popular beaches on the island.
THE JERSEY ORCHID F O U N D AT I O N
D U R R E L L W I L D L I F E PA R K
Where you will be able to marvel at a wide array of exhibits showing magnificent orchids in all colours, shapes and sizes.
This world-renowned conservation park places great importance upon wellmanaged breeding programmes, with the aim of releasing animals back to the wild, and helping to educate and train people in best practice animal conservation.
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BETWEEN THE SUN AND THE SEA, YOU’LL FIND THE WA R M E S T O F W E L C O M E S
M A LTA 7 N I G H T S – D E PA R T I N G 2ND OCTOBER 2018
With over 320 historical monuments, megaliths and Medieval treasures to discover, Malta is an open-air museum. And when adding beautiful beaches, a laid-back café culture, mouth-watering cuisine and excellent shopping opportunities, it becomes one of the best destinations on earth.
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Valletta – the smallest capital in Europe and one of the island’s three UNESCO world heritage sites - has been nominated one of the very best places to visit. And when casting your eyes upon it for the very first time, it’s easy to see why. With honey-coloured architecture, a cloudless bright blue sky, crystal clear sea and over 300 days of sunshine per year, it’s hardly surprising that its residents are such warm, friendly and happy people. Whilst creating our Exclusive Accessible Holiday to Malta, we’ve taken extra care to include the very best of the island and made it wonderfully accessible for you.
S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S – Welcome signage at the airport and meet and greet service
–A dapted accommodation in 4-star hotel – Half Board
– Wheelchair accessible transfers between the destination airport and hotel
–T hree well-planned accessible excursions
– Assistance with luggage from boarding the taxi to hotel room 8
–W elcome meeting with complimentary non-alcoholic drinks –A ssistance and support throughout your stay
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The Paradise Bay Resort Hotel is a very popular and spacious 4* hotel overlooking the picturesque sister islands of Gozo and Comino. Surrounded by the clear water of the Mediterranean, in a quiet location, the hotel offers practical, well-furnished and comfortable accommodation in a very pleasant and friendly atmosphere. L OC ATION : The hotel is conveniently located at Malta’s northern tip of Mellieha Bay, just minutes away from the Island’s best beaches. GEN ERAL FAC IL ITIES: Four seawater swimming pools, pool and beach towels, two bars, several restaurants, sauna, gym and tennis courts, gift shop selling souvenirs, beach toys, newspapers and confectionery. ROOM FAC IL ITIES: Satellite TV, mini fridge, WiFi, tea and coffee-making facilities, hairdryer, telephone, iron and ironing board, trouser press, air-con.
PA R A D I S E B AY R E S O R T ✶ ✶ ✶ ✶ HALF BOARD
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ACCESSIBLE GROUP EXCURSIONS C A P I TA L D E L I G H T S O F VA L L E T TA
TA L E S O F T H E SILENT CITY
GOZO HIGHLIGHTS
6HRS – INCLUDES T R A N S P O R T, E N T R A N C E F E E S A N D A F U L LY LICENSED GUIDE
F U L L D AY – I N C L U D E S TRANSPORT AND A LICENSED GUIDE
F U L L D AY – I N C L U D E S T R A N S P O R T, F E R R Y TICKETS AND LUNCH IN A L O C A L R E S TA U R A N T
A trip to Valletta is a must when visiting Malta. From Upper Barrakka Gardens you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the Grand Harbour; and a visit to St John’s Cathedral will reveal many riches, including artefacts dating from the Knights of Malta. You’ll also have ample time to enjoy a relaxing lunch, go on a shopping spree and soak up the atmosphere.
Your guide will enthusiastically share the rich history and best kept secrets of Mdina – the ‘Silent City’. You could also choose to visit the cathedral, enjoy a spot of lunch and wander into the neighbouring village of Rabat, before heading to Ta Qali Crafts Village, where local artisans create beautiful glassware, pottery, artworks and silverware.
The enchanting island of Gozo makes a fabulous excursion. Soak up stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea from the famous collapsed Azure Window; visit Ta Pinu’s ‘church of miracles’ for a peaceful and moving experience; and spend time watching the world go by in the pretty coastal town of Xlendi.
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MADEIRA 7 N I G H T S - D E PA R T I N G 15TH OCTOBER 2018 L O C A L A I R P O R T S AVA I L A B L E
E U R O P E A N C U LT U R E I N A TROPICAL WONDERLAND This Portuguese island is a semi-tropical speck in the Atlantic, situated 700 kilometres off the west coast of Africa. It’s a truly stunning island with rocky coves, pebbly bays, exotic flora and unforgettable sunsets. Known as the floating garden, Madeira offers an array of stunning flowers, 2,500 different plants and unique birds. The island is virtually crime free and therefore one of the safest holiday destinations in the world.
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– Welcome signage at the airport and meet and greet service
–A dapted accommodation in 4-star hotel – Half Board (with wine and table water served at dinner)
– Wheelchair accessible transfers between the destination airport and hotel
–W elcome meeting with complimentary Madeira wine
– Assistance with luggage from boarding the taxi to hotel room
–A ssistance and support throughout your stay
Enable Holidays has worked hard, alongside our Madeiran partners, to produce a unique, tailor-made holiday experience, which is suitable for all levels of mobility.
–T hree well-planned accessible excursions
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The enchanting 4* Golden Residence is in an excellent location on the south coast of Madeira, 2 miles from the centre of Funchal, 400m from the Forum shopping centre and close to a good selection of local bars, restaurants and shops.
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ACCESSIBLE GROUP EXCURSIONS FUNCHAL CITY TOUR
CURRAL DAS FREIRAS
AROUND THE ISLAND
F U L L D AY – I N C L U D E S TRANSPORT AND A LICENSED GUIDE
H A L F D AY – I N C L U D E S TRANSPORT AND A LICENSED GUIDE
F U L L D AY – I N C L U D E S TRANSPORT AND A LICENSED GUIDE
GEN ERAL FAC IL ITIES: Two swimming pools (one indoors), restaurant, bars, spa, Turkish bath, Jacuzzi, sauna, gym, internet room, pool table and a good range of activities.
Your guide will tell you the stories of the city as he leads you through ancient streets to show you the most interesting and beautiful places.
ROOM FAC IL ITIES: Balcony, wall-mounted shower seat and grab rails, telephone, satellite TV, safe*, refrigerator, microwave, alarm clock. Free pool towels are also available.
You’ll see magnificent monuments, beautiful gardens and the bustling market, before enjoying a glass (or two) at the winery of Madeira wine.
This journey of exploration takes in panoramic views of Funchal and surrounding area from Pico dos Barcelos, before advancing to the Eira do Serrado viewpoint at 1094 metres.
The promenade, located next to the hotel, overlooks the sea and offers the opportunity to sit and watch the most fantastic sunsets. L OC ATION : Located in the main tourist area of Funchal and near to a small shopping centre and handily placed for the adapted public bus to the town centre.
*Payable locally
HOTEL GOLDEN RESIDENCE ✶ ✶ ✶ ✶ HALF BOARD
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From here, you will traverse beautiful green mountain scenery through the stunning Valley of the Nuns to the village of Curral das Freiras.
Enjoy the beautiful views of Garajau national reserve. See the famous wicker art of Camacha village. Journey to Pico Areeiro - one of the highest mountains of the island at 1910 metres. Discover the picturesque thatched roof houses of Ribeiro Frio Santara. And look across to the Penha D ‘Aguia rock formation from the Portela viewpoint at 670 metres.
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YOU’RE 10 TIMES BETTER OFF W I T H E N A B L E H O L I D AY S
– Tailor-made holiday planning to meet specific requirements
– In-resort service is available in most destinations
– Guaranteed adapted rooms upon confirmation of booking
– Specialist nursing care can be provided in a selection of resorts, if required
– Each property features a wheel-in shower with room to manoeuvre a wheelchair
– All prices include flights and adapted taxi transfers between the destination airport and accommodation
– Vast majority of properties have been personally audited by the Enable team
– Book with confidence. Enable Holidays is a member of ABTA (W7335) and ATOL (6261) for your financial protection and peace of mind
– Assistance will be arranged at airports and on airlines
– Mobility aids and specialist equipment can be pre-booked
Enable Holidays Limited Suite 108-109B The Big Peg, 120 Vyse Street, Birmingham B18 6ND
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Tel: 0871 222 4939 Email: info@enableholidays.com
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Enable Holidays is registered in England, registered number: 4834377.