Glenton summer brochure 2017 by Glenton Palmer Holidays

SUMMER COLLECTION 2017 COACh, Cruise & Air hOlidAys frOm sCOtlAnd

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gET UP AND gO gLENTON Dear gLENTONEER Welcome to your gLENTON Summer Collection 2017 brochure. I’m especially delighted with the quality, variety and choice within the following pages and I trust you will be too. Last year was a particularly outstanding twelve months as gLENTON celebrated its 10th anniversary. We were touched that so many of you marked this momentous landmark along with us on special birthday tours, making a good time truly great. Now with the party balloons and banners packed away, we look forward to the next decade with huge excitement. There’s no substitute for experience and our years of know-how in travel mean we appreciate precisely what is important to our valued customers. Must see resorts, enthralling excursions, well-appointed hotels and comfortable travel are high on your list – and on ours too! So our sparkling assortment of traditional coach breaks, sunshine holidays by air and tempting ocean cruises include all the ingredients you desire with many also featuring our popular Door to Door service*, starting your holiday at your front door. If you plan to travel to Ireland or the continent you will notice that we only have a small selection of holidays to these captivating places in this brochure. Don’t panic! As these destinations have become so popular, we now have publications exclusive to them - simply give us a call and a dedicated brochure will be on its way to you.

HOLIDAY INSURANCE We’ve listened carefully to the feedback from our valued customers and taken on board that as seasoned travellers, many of you already have an annual travel policy. With this in mind, we have decided to no longer include insurance in the price of most gLENTON holidays departing after 17th April 2017. The only exception to this will be our Ocean Cruise Collection which will still include the free holiday insurance option. Should you require holiday insurance, we can still offer you a policy at a very competitive price. A comprehensive policy that now has the added bonus of no excess to pay on holiday cancellations. For more details please see page 113.

Door to Door SERvICE

We’re delighted to extend our popular Door to Door service to a wide selection of our coach holidays - look out for the Door to Door logo sprinkled throughout this brochure. Please see page 9 for full details.

OUR RATINgS AND RECOMMENDATIONS Based on customer feedback we’re delighted to introduce our new ratings and recommendations to tours we’ve operated in the past.

We look forward to welcoming you onboard.

Kind regards Harriet Boyle Managing Director

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent:

95%

Location:

80%

Food:

70%

Comfort & cleanliness: 90% Entertainment:

60%

Ratings are based on returned customer questionnaires from tours in 2015 and until the end of September 2016. Entertainment ratings shown only if applicable.

TOTAL PEACE OF MIND gLENTON is Scotland’s only ABTA bonded coach holiday specialist. We are also bonded by ATOL providing extra financial security for all air holidays. If you book with an unbonded company you could well be risking your holiday and your hard earned money.

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gO gLENTON

gO MAkE FRIENDS

Our ever-popular coach holidays include an onboard welcome pack and exciting destinations throughout the UK, Ireland and the continent. Choose from quintessential seaside resorts, countryside escapes or cosmopolitan cities – you could even pick a tour that includes a taste of all three! Or perhaps you’d like to head overseas to delightful countries such as Holland, Belgium or Italy.

If you holiday on your own, our gOOD COMPANIONS hosted tours are designed just for you. Relax with confidence in the company of like minded people doing exactly the same as you – exploring new places and having fun with new friends. Exclusively for mature single travellers, gOOD COMPANIONS holidays guarantee you won’t be alone for long. See pages 88 to 95 for more details.

gO LUXURY

gO SAIL OFF INTO THE SUNSET

Travel in style on a gLENTON state-of-the-art Select coach. Enjoy extras such as more leg room, reclining leather seats, panoramic windows and a premium welcome pack. These luxurious vehicles will whisk you off to an even bigger choice of exciting destinations in 2017 throughout Britain, Ireland and Europe. See pages 6 & 7 for more details.

If sailing floats your boat, our extensive cruise programme presents destinations from the sun-kissed Canaries to the Norwegian Fjords aboard opulent ocean liners with most departing from local ports. Cruising is long lazy days, the finest cuisine, top-notch entertainment and first class personal service – so let gLENTON make your dreams come true. See pages 109 to 112 for more details

gO BY AIR

gO RELAX AND DISCOvER

gLENTON’S competitively priced air holidays fly you off on a sunshine break. Departing from local airports and many with Door to Door service included, you’ll be relaxing on the beach or exploring iconic sights within hours of closing your own front door. See pages 104 to 108 for more details.

Enjoy lazy days drifting past riverside hamlets and into sophisticated cities on a relaxing river cruise. All you have to do is partake of breakfast, mid-morning coffee, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner as you cruise along. Once you arrive at the destination of the day, you’ll have free time to explore and take in the sights at your own pace. See our continental brochure for more details.

gO WITH FRIENDS

gO EXPLORE

If you organise or are involved with a club, group or society why not let our specialist staff design and arrange your tailormade holiday? With our personal touch and dedicated groups team, it’s no surprise that more leaders than ever before trust us to arrange their tour - often several times a year. Call our groups team for more details on 0141 221 1668.

Looking for something a little bit different? Seeking new adventures? We know your leisure time is precious so here at gLENTON. So why not join us on one of our ACTIvE holidays with added thrills where you can improve a skill, learn a new one or simply discover your chosen resort away from the beaten track. See pages 84 to 87 for more details.

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WITH gLENTON YOU gET SO MUCH MORE TRAvELLINg ALONE? WE’RE BY YOUR SIDE Solo travellers are in good company with gLENTON. On many of our holidays we offer a limited number of single rooms without supplement. Once these have been sold you may be offered a room for sole occupancy an at extra cost. These may be single, double or twin, depending upon availability. Be sure to check out our great range of gOOD COMPANIONS holidays for the solo traveller with unlimited single rooms without supplements.

EXCLUSIvE gLENTON EXTRAS XTRAS Every holidaymaker on a gLENTON coach receives our “doggy bag” containing snacks, water, our popular magazine THE gLENTONEER and a host of other complimentary goodies.

HAND PICkED HOTELS Our collection features a fantastic range of hotels offering a variety of differing facilities. These are indicated on individual hotel descriptions by the following symbols:

kEY TO HOTEL SYMBOLS BAR This icon indicates that your hotel has one or more bar areas.

POOL Your hotel has an indoor and/or outdoor swimming pool.

LIFT Your hotel has a lift. On occasion, lifts may not access all floors and there may be stairs to negotiate.

gYM Hotels with this icon offer gym facilities.

NO LIFT We regret there are no lifts. Please note that most hotels without elevators can provide low or ground floor rooms on request. ENTERTAINMENT Hotels bearing this symbol feature entertainment on one or more nights of your stay.

SAUNA Your hotel has a sauna and/ or steam room for the use of guests. WAITER SERvICE Where you see this icon, your evening meals will be waiter service rather than buffet style. B&B This icon indicates a holiday offered on a bed and breakfast only basis.

DEAL OF THE WEEk

gLASgOW HOTEL DISCOUNTS

Every week we offer one of our fabulous holidays as “DEAL OF THE WEEK”. This holiday has been especially chosen by our product team either because it is a great new product, a fab superdeal or has an exclusive discount. Register now for our email updates, check our website or follow us on Facebook to keep up to date with our latest deals.

People travel from all over Scotland to join our tours. We can arrange discounted overnight hotel accommodation in Glasgow, close to the bus station. Ask your holiday advisor for details.

SIMPLIFIED WEBSITE If you book online, you’ll be pleased to know that our website has recently been updated making it more user-friendly than ever. Check it out at GlentOnhOlidAys.COm

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RECOMMEND A FRIEND

As a thank you, we will reward you with a £10 holiday voucher for every new customer you recommend who travels with us. We will also offer a £10 discount off your friends’ first gLENTON holiday. Ask them to call or visit us instore and provide your details at the time of booking.

BOOkINg IS EASY CALL Call our friendly holiday advisors on FREEPHONE 08000 24 24 24 Lines are open: Mon - Fri 9am - 6.30pm, Sat 9am - 5pm, Sun 11am - 4pm

BOOk ONLINE Visit www.glentonholidays.com and book your holiday online. liKe us On

gO WITH FRIENDS gLENTON gROUP EVERY YEAR HOLIDAYS HUNDREDS OF If you organise or are involved with a club, group or society why not let our specialist staff design and arrange your tailormade holiday?

GROUPS CHOOSE TO TRAVEL WITH gLENTON… AND HERE’S WHY!

With our personal touch and dedicated groups team, it’s no surprise that more leaders than ever before trust us to arrange their tour - often several times a year.

Whatever you decide and whether by land, sea or air, our specialist groups team has something for you - and we’ll make your planned break everything you’ve dreamed of.

COME IN

Up to three free places

Low booking deposits

Visit us at gordon Street in the heart of Glasgow city centre.

Free holiday planning - choose your own excursions

Personal service from experienced holiday advisors

Provisional bookings held for up to two months

Complete financial security – ABTA & ATOL bonded

Choose your joining points – and even request your favourite driver!

Free holiday insurance option

YOUR LOCAL TRAvEL AgENT All our holidays can be booked through our approved travel partners. For details of agents near you, please call 08000 24 24 24

Free posters for you to promote your trip

HOW TO PAY We accept payment by cheque or card (Switch, Visa or Mastercard) or in person at the gLENTON travel centre in Glasgow. Please note there is no charge to pay by debit card however all credit cards incur a 2% handling fee. Please make cheques payable to gLENTON, writing your booking reference on the reverse and mail to FREEPOST gLENTON (no stamp required).

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WELCOME TO NEW ALL Select COACHES WILL HAVE ONBOARD WIFI BY EASTER 2017

luxury coach travel for the discerning holidaymaker

“ gLENTON Select raises the bar on coach holidays. On these exceptional tours you will be chauffeured to and from your chosen resort and enjoy all your excursions on board a sumptuous coach. A splendid concept in luxury travel, stateof-the-art Select vehicles provide additional leg room, reclining leather seats, climate control, satellite navigation and onboard library. Choose a gLENTON Select holiday and look forward to receiving a premium version of our much-loved welcome pack along with morning coffee and pastry on your day of departure. Expect to alight at a superior hotel from the gLENTON Select collection. Then during your holiday, you will enjoy the services of a professional tour guide on one of your excursions. An included meal on your way home ensures you have the perfect end to an outstanding break. If you haven’t tried gLENTON Select yet you don’t know what you’re missing. Why not try one of our Select taster mystery holidays to sample the experience. Our collection of gLENTON Select tours are dotted throughout the pages of this brochure. To find a tour that offers all these fantastic benefits, simply look out for tours bearing the gLENTON Select logo.

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The coach itself and its facilities were first class and our driver John was outstanding. mr C lunny

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1st class holiday from start to finish. Paul the driver was excellent and made the holiday. mrs dempsey

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So far this has been the best gLENTON Select holiday I have been on. Even the weather was kind and the scenery wonderful. Brian the driver and hotel staff were all very helpful. The buffet meal on the last night, complete with the pier was superb. Congratulations to gLENTON, the driver and the hotel. mrs dunlop

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ALL gLENTON Select HOLIDAYS INCLUDE: Luxury travel in gLENTON Select coaches - extra leg room - reclining leather seats - climate control - panoramic windows - satellite navigation • Premium welcome pack • Guided tour on one day of your holiday • Coffee and pastry on outward journey • Meal on return journey • Onboard library • gLENTON information pack

Select COACHES –

THE EPITOME OF COMFORT

At gLENTON we work very hard to use the best vehicles and drivers possible on all our holidays. We’re delighted and very proud to include for the first time our customer feedback, based on questionnaire returns from 2015 until the end of September 2016, for Select coaches and their drivers. Customers who rated the coach as good or excellent

93%

Customers who rated the driver as good or excellent

93%

PREMIUM WELCOME PACk At gLENTON we believe in constantly reviewing and upgrading our services to clients. We recently re-designed our Premium welcome pack. On the outward journey each Select passenger receives a pack stuffed to the brim with goodies, as well as a copy of our popular magazine THE gLENTONEER.

Select HOTELS –

THOSE LITTLE EXTRA TOUCHES

Luxury coach travel is only part of the gLENTON Select experience. In partnership with these well appointed vehicles we incorporate some wonderful properties from the gLENTON Select portfolio. These hotels are handpicked for their high standards and include the award winning four star Ramada Plaza Hotel in Southport and the family owned Celtic Ross Hotel with beautiful views of Rosscarbery Bay on the West Cork coastline – to name but a few! Browse our collection then book your holiday with miles more style.

DRIVER

Select SEATINg PLAN 1D 2D 3D 4D 5D 6D 7D 8D 9D 10D 1C 2C 3C 4C 5C 6C 7C 8C 9C 10C

ALL COACHES STRICTLY NO SMOKING

WC GALLEY

1B 2B 3B 4B 5B 6B 7B 8B 9B 10B 11B 12B 1A 2A 3A 4A 5A 6A 7A 8A 9A 10A 11A 12A

Please note this diagram is a guide only. Coach layout and number of seats may vary on some Select vehicles. We regret it is not possible to allocate seats on mystery tours. tel: 08000 24 24 24 • glentonHolIDAYS.com

Get away with gLENTON from 23 convenient departure points in Scotland town

Ayr†

Bathgate

08.15

06.45

07.15

09.15

09.45

09.15

09.00

Cowdenbeath Cumbernauld

07.45

09.00

10.15

09.00

11.00

09.30

08.30

dundee dunfermline

10.15

10.00

05.30

06.00

07.20

11.30

east Kilbride†

07.00

06.45

07.00

08.00

10.00

08.30

09.30

10.45

08.15

08.00

edinburgh

09.15

09.00

06.00

06.30

08.15

10.45

07.00

08.15

10.30

10.00

08.00

09.15

09.45

08.00

10.00

08.30

09.30

10.45

08.15

falkirk

08.15 07.00

06.45

11.30

06.00

08.00

07.45

09.45

09.30

07.30

07.20

07.30

10.30

12.30

08.00

06.40

06.00

09.00

09.45

08.00

12.30

10.30

08.30

10.30

09.00

10.00

11.20

08.50

08.30

10.00

10.20

08.30

06.30

08.20

10.30

07.00 08.00

13.20

irvine†

06.30

08.10

08.30 09.30 06.40

Gretna*

07.30 09.45

Glenrothes hamilton

09.20

08.00 07.30

dumbarton

Glasgow

07.20 09.15

dalkeith*

07.10 05.30 10.30

Kilmarnock

08.45

07.00

06.00

Kirkcaldy Paisley†

06.45

08.40

Jedburgh 07.00 06.30

06.15

07.30

09.30

08.00

09.00

10.15

07.45

Prestwick† stirling troon

09.15

07.30

09.00

07.00 09.15

07.30

06.15

09.00 08.30

09.45 08.40

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these times Are fOr GuidAnCe Only. PleAse reAd yOur finAl trAVel tiCKet fOr COnfirmed times

RELAX FROM THE MOMENT YOU BOOk

WHERE TO jOIN YOUR COACH Ayr†*

Bus station

gLENTON coach holidays offer a choice of local departure points with convenient routes serving both the east and west coasts of Scotland.

BAthGAte

Bus bay outside the old train station (opposite Railway tavern)

COWdenBeAth

Broad Street bus shelter (outside Bowling Club)

Simply scan the alphabetical list to your preferred departure point then follow the grid along to see what departure times and route codes are available from that location. when choosing a coach holiday from the brochure pages look out for the relevant route code in the pricing panel.

CumBernAuld

Bus station

dAlKeith*

Council Offices, Buccleuch Street

dumBArtOn*

high Street (near Bank of Scotland)

Please note that the timings shown are for guidance only and are subject to change once we’ve finalised the best route, usually about ten days before departure. Some continental tours also pick up passengers in the north of england en route to the ferry port. at some departure points you may be collected by a gLENTON people carrier to transfer you to the tour coach.

dundee

Seagate outside bus station

dunfermline

Bus station

eAst KilBride†

Bus station

edinBurGh

St andrews bus station

fAlKirK

Bus station

GlAsGOW

Buchanan bus station

GlenrOthes

Bus station

GretnA*

Bus stop at Gretna Outlet Village

hAmiltOn

Bus station

irVine

Bus stop opposite the town house on high Street

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JedBurGh

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woollen Mill Coach Park

KilmArnOCK

Viaduct bus stop, Green Street

KirKCAldy

Bus station

PAisley†

Bus bays at abercorn Street

PrestWiCK*

Bus shelters (near police station)

stirlinG

train station

trOOn†*

Bus stop at council offices

*These pick up points are not available on tours to destinations in Scotland or Ireland. † On most departures a people carrier will pick you up and transfer you to either Glasgow or Hamilton.

Door to Door* SERvICE

Where advertised our Door to Door service is available to customers living within ten miles of Glasgow, Bathgate, Edinburgh, Dunfermline and Hamilton. On our cruise and air holidays we offer an extended service with a radius of 35 miles, please see air or cruise brochure for more details. Look out for the logo dotted throughout the brochure. Please note we can only collect from one address per booking and some longer distances may involve a coach transfer element. With this Door to Door service it may be necessary to share your transfer vehicle with other passengers travelling on the same tour, before joining your coach at a local joining point. If you require more than one pick up point per booking then a supplement of £20 per pick up will apply. Should you choose to make your own way to the coach on a holiday where the Door to Door service is available, a discount of £20 per person will be applied.

lEnnoxTown

kInroSS

DUNFERMLINE BurnTISland

falkIrk lInlIThgow

EDINBURgH

ClydEBank

BATHgATE

aIrdrIE

gLASgOW

lIvIngSTon dalkEITh

PaISlEy

wEST CaldEr PEnICuIk

BarrhEad EaST kIlBrIdE

HAMILTON wIShaw

STraThavEn

At gLENTON we work very hard to use the best vehicles and drivers possible on all our holidays. We’re delighted and very proud to include for the first time our customer feedback, based on questionnaire returns from 2015 until the end of September 2016, for all coach holidays. Customers who rated coach travel as good or excellent

90%

Customers who rated the coach as good or excellent

92%

Customers who rated the driver as good or excellent

90%

gLENTON & LEgION SCOTLAND

RESERvE YOUR SEAT

DRIVER

You can reserve your seat at the time of booking. This will be yours from the moment you board and throughout your tour. Please note this is a guide only and seating layouts may differ on some vehicles. Sorry, it is not possible to reserve seats on mystery tours. front seats - you can reserve front seats on all coach holidays for just £5 per person (subject to availability).

8 12 16 20

28 32 36 40 44 49

7 11 15 19

27 31 35 39 43 48

ALL COACHES STRICTLY NO SMOKING

6 10 14 18 22 24 26 30 34 38 42 46

gLENTON is proud to support Legion Scotland. This renowned Scottish charity helps ex-services men and women adapt to civilian life by providing community, friendship and practical advice. In the last year the gLENTON team have raised nearly £2000 for Legion Scotland through various fundraising events and donations from customers.

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hAPPy dAys

What’s the next best thing to a holiday? Why, a day out in good company, of course. With these carefully selected day trips, gLENTON takes you on a great value day away from the daily grind. • Return coach travel • Entrances & extras as stated • Welcome pack

PRICe InClUDeS

EDINBURgH military tattoo

Against the dramatic backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, performers from four continents come together for one of the world’s most spectacular shows.

DAY tRIP FRoM £55 Sat 5 Aug £69 Sat 19 Aug £69 Wed 9 Aug £55 Wed 23 Aug £57 Wed 16 Aug £55 Thu 24 Aug £57 Departs: Paisley | Glasgow | Hamilton | Bathgate

THE kELPIES & callander

Sat 26 Aug

£69

Holiday Code: GDEDI

Holiday Code: GDCAL Sat 10 Jun

Sat 7 Oct

Departs: Paisley 08.00 | Glasgow 08.30 | Hamilton 09.00 | Bathgate 09.45

THE HILL HOUSE helensBurgh

Thu 20 Jul*

Holiday Code: GDHEH Sat 23 Sep

Sat 14 Oct*

Departs: Edinburgh 09.00 | Bathgate 10.00 | Glasgow 10.45 | Paisley 11.15

*Departs: Bathgate 09.30 | Hamilton 10.15 | Glasgow 10.45 | Paisley 11.15

INCHCOLM ISLAND & forth cruise

Departs: Paisley 07.30 | Glasgow 08.00 | Bathgate 08.45 | Edinburgh 09.30 COACh, Guided tOur Of flOOrs CAstle & lunCh

Take in a guided tour of Floors Castle with its fine collections of art, tapestries and furniture as well as a walled garden, café and gift shop. Includes lunch then free time in Kelso, spectacularly located at the confluence of the Rivers Tweed and Teviot. Holiday Code: GDFLO

DAY tRIP onlY £40 Wed 17 May

Fri 14 Jul

ROSSLYN CHAPEL

COACh, rOsslyn ChAPel & PeeBles

Made world famous by the Da Vinci Code blockbuster, Rosslyn Chapel is an architectural wonder covered in mysterious carvings. After time to look around we continue to the pretty border town of Peebles. Holiday Code: GDROS

DAY tRIP onlY £33 Sat 10 Jun

Sat 26 Aug

COACh,

hOuse

Set deep in the heart of Robert Burns country, Dumfries House is a stunning stately home and time capsule with a sumptuous interior. Afterwards, we call in at Troon, a picturesque town that overlooks the Isle of Arran and has a busy yacht marina. Holiday Code: GDFOR

Sat 23 Sep

Departs: Paisley 08.00 | Glasgow 08.30 | Hamilton 09.00 | Bathgate 09.45 10

*Departs: Paisley 08.00 | Glasgow 08.30 | Hamilton 09.00 | Bathgate 09.45

lunCh & DUMFRIES HOUSE Guided tOur & royal troon Of dumfries

All aboard the ‘Maid of the Forth’ for a cruise to pretty Inchcolm Island off the coast of Fife. There will be time to explore before we return to the mainland for high tea overlooking the Forth Bridge.

Wed 31 May

Thu 21 Sep

Departs: Paisley 08.00 | Glasgow 08.30 | Hamilton 09.00 | Bathgate 09.45

COACh, Cruise & hiGh teA

DAY tRIP onlY £45

Sat 5 Aug*

Departs: Paisley 08.00 | Glasgow 08.30 | Bathgate 09.15 | Edinburgh 10.00

One of the greatest works of Charles Rennie MacKintosh, the Hill House overlooks the River Clyde in Helensburgh and is now in the caring hands of the National Trust. This splendid creation features an engaging blend of Scottish Baronial, Art Nouveau and Japonisme architecture along with fine furnishings and formal gardens. We include lunch.

Wed 3 May

Wed 14 Jun

Sat 15 Apr

COACh, entrAnCe & lunCh

DAY tRIP onlY £43

Holiday Code: GDSTA

DAY tRIP onlY £30

FLOORS CASTLE & kelso

Feast your eyes on the amazing Kelpies – the largest pair of horse sculptures in the world. On our guided tour you can step inside the statues and learn all about real life horses and the history of the canals. Afterwards, enjoy lunch and free time in Callander. Fri 7 Apr

More than just the home of golf and a seat of learning, sophisticated St Andrews boasts a lovely beach, castle, cathedral and much more. Our seaside special includes fish and chips in Anstruther. Sat 22 Apr*

COACh, lunCh & Guided tOur Of the KelPies

DAY tRIP onlY £37

COACh & fish & ChiPs

ST ANDREWS seaside Jaunt

COACh & tAttOO tiCKet

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DAY tRIP onlY £38 Tue 6 Jun

Holiday Code: GDDUM

Wed 30 Aug

Departs: Dunfermline 07.00 | Edinburgh 07.45 | Bathgate 08.45 | Glasgow 09.30

CULzEAN CASTLE & country Park

COACh, CAstle entry, COffee & CAKe

ARRAN & Brodick castle

This imposing fortress stands proudly in acres of countryside on a dramatic cliff top overlooking the Firth of Clyde encircled by swelling seas and gorgeous gardens. Steeped in history, it is a stunning apparition of turrets and battlements. Within its ancient walls you’ll be captivated by period furnishings and a grand collection of paintings. Includes a coffee and cake stop. Holiday Code: GDCUL

DAY tRIP onlY £41

Fri 5 May Sun 23 Jul Sat 9 Sep Departs: Bathgate 08.00 | Hamilton 08.45 | Glasgow 09.15 | Paisley 09.45

RABBIE BURNS TRAIL

We wind our way through beautiful Burns country taking in the vistas that inspired the Scottish bard to put pen to paper. Arriving at enchanting Alloway, we include entry to the cottage where Burns was born and to the dedicated museum which houses manuscripts, books, artworks and memorabilia. Includes lunch and some free time in Ayr. Holiday Code: GDRAB

DAY tRIP onlY £41

Tue 2 May Sat 1 Jul Fri 22 Sep Departs: Bathgate 08.00 | Hamilton 08.45 | Glasgow 09.15 | Paisley 09.45

BOWHILL HOUSE & country estate

Enjoy a guided tour of Bowhill House, a five star attraction nestling on the outskirts of Selkirk. Feast your eyes on items from the worldrenowned Buccleuch art collection including masterworks by Canaletto and Gainsborough as well as silverware, porcelain, French furniture and relics of both Queen Victoria and Sir Walter Scott. Afterwards, we enjoy lunch. Holiday Code: GDBOW

Tue 9 May Sat 16 Sep Departs: Hamilton 07.30 | Glasgow 08.00 | Bathgate 08.45 | Edinburgh 09.45

INvERARAY jAIL

Fri 23 Jun

Sat 7 Oct

COACh, PAlACe entry & lunCh

This fairytale Royal Palace nestles in the Fife conservation village of Falkland and was used as a country residence by Mary Queen of Scots. Explore the Drawing Room, Tapestry Gallery and Edwardian Library all adorned with fine portraits of the Stuart monarchs, 17thcentury Flemish tapestries, elaborate ceilings and antique furnishings. Outside, the grounds boast the oldest Royal Tennis Court in Britain. Holiday Code: GDFAL

DAY tRIP onlY £44 Sat 13 May

Sat 26 Aug

Departs: Paisley 08.15 | Glasgow 08.45 | Hamilton 09.15 | Bathgate 10.00 COACh, lunCh & CAstle entry

Enjoy time at the seaside in picturesque North Berwick where you’ll find great beaches, quirky tearooms and independent shops. We include a fish and chips lunch before stopping at Tantallon Castle. This mighty stronghold displays artefacts that tell its dramatic story and boasts spectacular views out to Bass Rock where you can watch gannets plunge into the North Sea. Holiday Code: GDBER

DAY tRIP onlY £35 Wed 26 Apr

Wed 19 Jul

Departs: Paisley 07.00 | Glasgow 07.30 | Hamilton 08.00 | Bathgate 08.45 | Edinburgh 09.45

Holiday Code: GDINV

Enjoy a wild day out at this sprawling park near Stirling where we drive through the African, Asian, Lion and Macaque reserves. Other attractions include a birds of prey demonstration, boat safari around Chimp Island, sea lion presentation and Lemur Land. Amazing creatures include elephants, giraffes, tigers, rhinos and meerkats.

50% Child disCOunt†

DAY tRIP onlY £36

*Departs: Bathgate 07.45 | Hamilton 08.30 | Glasgow 09.00 | Paisley 09.30

Departs: Hamilton 08.00 | Glasgow 08.30 | Cumbernauld 09.00 | Falkirk 09.30

Sun 9 Jul

COACh & entry tO BlAir drummOnd

Holiday Code: GDBLA

Sat 1 Apr Fri 14 Jul Sat 16 Sep* Departs: Edinburgh 07.15 | Bathgate 08.15 | Glasgow 09.00 | Paisley 09.30 Conditions apply.

†

Mon 17 Apr

Departs: Edinburgh 05.45 | Bathgate 06.30 | Hamilton 07.15 | Glasgow 07.45 | Paisley 08.15

BLAIR DRUMMOND safari Park

COACh, entry, COffee & CAKe

Experience life behind bars at award winning Inveraray Jail where costumed characters portray prisoners from bygone days and act out the trials and punishments in this nineteenth century prison. Once you’ve made your escape, enjoy some free time in the town before our coffee and cake stop.

DAY tRIP onlY £36

Holiday Code: GDARA

DAY tRIP onlY £45

NORTH BERWICk & tantallon castle

COACh, entry & Guided tOur & lunCh

DAY tRIP onlY £42

We hop aboard our ferry to Arran, a glorious isle that packs in the best of the mainland and is often described as “Scotland in miniature”. We continue to Brodick Castle, a striking palace that boasts breathtaking views across the bay and houses an impressive collection of fine furniture, artwork and sporting trophies.

FALkLAND PALACE & gardens

COACh, entry tO COttAGe & museum & lunCh

COACh, ferry & CAstle entry

ChIlD £18 Sun 6 Aug

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MAgICAL MYSTERIES Alternative dates available please call for details.

MAgICAL mystery tours

SUMMER SEASIDE mystery

For a great gLENTON bargain break, our Magical Mystery Tours just can’t be beaten. Simply select your date and let us choose your holiday. A week or so before departure you will receive your pick up time, coach seat number and holiday itinerary. Previous mystery destinations have included Wales, the Highlands and many popular seaside resorts. All mysteries include dinner, bed & breakfast.

Looking for a bargain break but really want to be at the beach? Then save £££s by booking our Seaside Mystery and let us choose your coastal resort!

5 DAYS FRoM £149 Mon 13, 27 Mar Mon 3, 17 Apr Mon 1, 22 May Mon 5, 19 Jun

£149 £179 £189 £199

Mon 3, 17 Jul Mon 7, 21 Aug Mon 4, 11, 18 Sep Mon 2, 23 Oct

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

£219 £219 £199 £179

7 DAYS onlY £299

Holiday Code: GEMSYN

Sun 18 Jun Sun 9 Jul

Sun 13 Aug Sun 10 Sep

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Holiday Code: GEMSYN

All MYSteRIeS InClUDe • Dinner, B&B • Coach travel throughout • At least 2 excursions • Welcome pack

BUMPER BREAkS Select

BUMPER Bargain Breaks

SURPRISES!

With so much included in the price of these unbelievable value breaks you’ll hardly ever need to reach for your purse or wallet. And as any fan of mystery tours will tell you, half the fun is guessing where you’ll be going!

Travel to a Select hotel at a mystery location aboard a luxury Select coach, receive a premium welcome pack and enjoy a guided tour on one day of your holiday. And with so many extras, you’ll hardly ever need your purse or wallet. Just look at what’s included!

look at what’s included • Dinner, B&B • 2 excursions • 2 morning coffees • 2 lunches • Coach travel throughout • Welcome pack

5 DAYS FRoM £199 Mon 3 Apr Mon 1 May Mon 29 May Mon 19 Jun

£199 £219 £229 £229

K K K U

Mon 24 Jul Mon 7 Aug Mon 4 Sep Mon 25 Sep

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement 12

£239 £249 £239 £229

K K K K

Holiday Code: GEMYIN

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look at what’s included • Dinner, B&B • 2 excursions • 2 morning coffees • 2 lunches • Luxury coach travel throughout • Premium welcome pack • Drinks reception

5 DAYS FRoM £239 Mon 17 Apr £239 K Wed 16 Aug Wed 14 Jun £249 K Mon 16 Oct Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

£259 N £239 K Holiday Code: GEMYIS

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WeeKend WOnders PRICe InClUDeS

• Dinner, B&B • Coach travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack

TASTER treats

DOON THE WATTER to dunoon The delightful Selborne Hotel stands on Dunoon’s promenade boasting stunning views and pretty gardens tumbling down almost to the water’s edge. We venture out via the Western ferry from Gourock, enjoy plenty of free time in Dunoon, a scenic drive around the Kyle of Bute and a visit to Loch Lomond Shores.

NEW FOR 2017

4 DAYS FRoM £179 Fri 12 May £179 K Fri 28 Jul Fri 16 Jun £199 N Fri 18 Aug Limited singles no supplement. Sea view supplement £12

3 DAYS FRoM £149 £199 X £199 N Holiday Code: GSDUSN

Fri 14 Apr £149 K Fri 20 Oct Thu 25 May £159 K Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

£149

Holiday Code: GEMYSS

MORECAMBE & the english lakes

ROAD TO THE ISLES & the isle of skye Nestling in the picturesque highlands near the banks of Loch Linnhe, the enchanting Croit Anna Hotel boasts gorgeous views and has a lounge bar with pool table. Out and about we enjoy a scenic drive to marvellous Mallaig where you might like to explore the visitor centre or simply enjoy the stunning views from the harbour. Look forward to our day on mystical Skye where we visit Portree, the main town and cultural hub with a quaint harbour packed with fishing boats.

Morecambe is home to a pleasant promenade with a statue of comedy legend, Eric Morecambe – the town’s most famous son. We enjoy a visit to popular Bowness-on-Windermere, a sprawling tourist town on the shore of Lake Windermere with a distinctive Victorian influence. You’ll be staying at the comfortable Headway Hotel on Morecambe’s East Promenade and we call in at historic Carlisle on our outward journey.

3 DAYS FRoM £139

4 DAYS FRoM £179 Fri 7 Jul £199 K Fri 11 Aug £199 K Single room supplement £18. Loch view supplement £12

Travel to a Select hotel at a mystery location aboard a luxury Select coach, receive a premium welcome pack and enjoy a guided tour of your surprise destination. Our break includes morning coffee on both your outward and return journeys.

Fri 15 Sep £179 K Holiday Code: GSFOCN

ENgLISH LAkES weekend hoP The cosy County Hotel in pretty Kendal is a historic coaching inn located within easy reach of the river and shops and has an entertainment room with dance floor. Discover the beauty of the Lake District and enjoy a stop at dazzling Windermere on the return journey.

Fri 9 Jun £139 K Fri 4 Aug Fri 30 Jun £149 K Fri 8 Sep Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

EmmErdalE village Look forward to exploring the fictional scenery of Emmerdale’s working TV set – a location that has witnessed many a cliffhanger! Wander past the familiar sights of The Woolpack, village hall, cricket ground and church along with the stone clad homes of your favourite Emmerdale characters. Staying at a well located, comfortable hotel.

2 DAYS FRoM £79

3 DAYS onlY £149

Sat 1 Apr £79 K Sat 10 Jun £89 K Sat 20 May £89 N Sat 22 Jul £99 X Limited number of single rooms available without supplement Holiday Code: GEKECN

Fri 21 Apr X Fri 14 Jul Fri 19 May N Fri 22 Sep Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

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£149 X £149 X Holiday Code: GEMOHN

K K Holiday Code: GEMYUN

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themed BreAKs PRICe InClUDeS

• Dinner, B&B (excludes day trips) • Coach travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack

STRICTLY COME DANCINg Get ready to be thrilled to bits as we shimmy along to Glasgow’s SSE Hydro for a breathtaking performance of Strictly Come Dancing: The Tour. Celebrating ten amazing years, the BBC smash hit show will be glossing its glitter balls and polishing points paddles as Judges Len Goodman and Craig Revel Horwood are joined by former Strictly winner, Karen Hardy. The show will be hosted by Countryfile’s Anita Rani, a semi-finalist in the 2015 series and celebrities will be reunited with their professional dance partners to compete for your votes in the hope of winning the coveted Glitterball trophy. Expect dazzling costumes, graceful choreography and live music as you enjoy the magic of ballroom and Latin dance. FAB-U-LOUS! There will be free time in Glasgow prior to the matinee performance.

COACh trAVel & tiCKet

Holiday Code: GDSTRN

DAY tRIP onlY £79

Sat 28 Jan Departs: Dunfermline 08.30 | Edinburgh 09.15 | Bathgate 10.15 | Hamilton 11.00

AYR air show!

gLOUCESTER tall shiPs

Over 80,000 people COACh, entry attended this & dinner exciting air show last year and 2017 looks set to be another huge success with flying displays, ground exhibitions, music, a military village, fairground and stalls. Highlights include Blades Aerobatics, B-25, Mustang and Aerosparx Led planes soaring through the skies in an exhilarating pageant. After our thrilling day at the extravaganza, we tuck into a tasty dinner before returning home.

DAY tRIP onlY £39

Holiday Code: GDAIRN

Sat 2 Sep Departs: Edinburgh 07.45 | Bathgate 08.45 | Hamilton 09.30 | Glasgow 10.00

LARgS viking festival

2 DAYS onlY £79

3 DAYS onlY £149 Fri 26 May J Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Holiday Code: GLGLOW

CADBURY WORLD & cotswolds

Each year the Ayrshire town of Largs is transformed by a colourful celebration of the region’s Viking heritage with Viking battles, most notably the thirteenth century conflict and last invasion of Vikings in the UK. See the Viking Village on the promenade where re-enactors live as Vikings demonstrating the skills, trades and crafts of these ancient warriors – along with a few skirmishes! The event also features a Scottish food and craft fayre as well as street performers. You’ll be staying at a conveniently located quality hotel.

Fri 8 Sep K Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Historic Gloucester Docks holds the honour of being the port of call for the Tall Ships Festival 2017. This extravaganza gives you the chance to marvel at the amazing ships and spy pirates sword fighting and telling tales of their adventures on the high seas. The swashbuckling event will buzz with exciting shore-side activities such as pirate battles and dramatic duels brandishing cutlasses and muskets! Watch out for Dickensian street urchins and pickpockets alongside upstanding Peelers! You’ll be staying at a well located, quality hotel.

A weekend of contrasts as 50% we combine the genteel Child disCOunt† splendour of the Cotswolds with the lip-smacking sugar rush of a visit to Cadbury World! On this delicious day out, you can ride the Crunchie Rollercoaster in the 4D cinema, see a full scale replica of Bull Street where John Cadbury opened his first store in 1824 and learn how sweets such as Roses are made. In the interactive Purple Zone you can chase a Cream Egg and experience virtual chocolate rain! We stay at the Britannia Royal Court Hotel which stands in its own grounds in Keresley.

4 DAYS FRoM £199 Holiday Code: GSLAUN

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Fri 12 May

Fri 11 Aug

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Fri 22 Sep K Holiday Code: GEKERN

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frAGrAnt flOWer shOWs HARROgATE flower show

RHS CHELSEA flower show

Ranked as Britain’s best gardening event by readers of Which? Gardening magazine, the twice yearly Harrogate Flower Show is indeed a uniquely colourful event. With over a hundred of the country’s leading horticultural nurseries competing for Best in Show awards, a garden design area and dazzling floral displays, you are sure to be enthralled. Staying at the Britannia Leeds Bramhope Hotel, we include a visit to historic York, home to a truly magnificent minster on our return journey.

The world famous RHS Chelsea Flower Show is where the crème de la crème of the gardening world gather to show off their amazing talents. Taking inspiration from around the world, sumptuous show gardens illustrate beautifully the latest trends for capturing colour and creativity in your garden. Our base is the Ramada Hatfield Hotel which has a pretty garden. As an added bonus, you’ll have a free day to sightsee in cosmopolitan London.

included excursions: • Harrogate Flower Show • Historic York

included excursions: • RHS Chelsea Flower Show • Free time in London

4 DAYS onlY £299

3 DAYS onlY £159 Fri 21 Apr

Fri 15 Sep

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

K Holiday Code: GEBRBN

SOUTHPORT flower show

Thu 25 May

Single room supplement £75

Holiday Code: GELOHN

TATTON PARk flower show

Sophisticated Southport plays host to this annual celebration of all things horticultural and promises a fabulously floral day out with show gardens, competitions and celebrity guests galore. Staying at the Britannia Prince of Wales Hotel on Southport’s elegant Lord Street, you’ll also have lots of time to explore this lovely resort where you’ll find a Grade II listed pier and a seafront marine lake.

Is there any better way to spend a lazy, hazy summer day than having NEW your senses dazzled FOR by the sights and scents 2017 at Tatton Park Flower Show – the North’s greatest gardening event? Explore the themed gardens such as the Victorian, set in a courtyard amidst a plethora of colours and the Heaven and Earth roof garden where stepping stones in the pond represent the planets. Learn secrets from expert gardeners and partake of some wine tasting at the vineyard. Our base is the Britannia Country House Hotel which stands in its own grounds in Didsbury.

included excursions: • Southport Flower Show • Houghton Hall Garden Centre

included excursions: • Tatton Park Flower Show • Houghton Hall Garden Centre

3 DAYS onlY £179

3 DAYS onlY £189

Fri 18 Aug

Fri 21 Jul

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Holiday Code: GESOPN

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Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Holiday Code: GEMACN

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WeeKend WOnders PRICe InClUDeS

• Dinner, B&B (excludes day trip) • Coach travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack

PITLOCHRY’S ENCHANTED FOREST gLENTON Best seller!

Staged in Pitlochry’s Faskally Woods, this award winning event is Scotland’s best sound and light show. Expect glittering visual displays and innovative design against the stunning backdrop of autumn woodland at an out of this world illumination event - all accompanied by dramatic, original music. You’ll be staying at the elegant Fishers Hotel in the heart of Pitlochry.

2 DAYS onlY £119 Sun 1 Oct L Sun 15 Oct O Single room supplement £15

L Holiday Code: GSPIFN

OBAN hoP

gLENCOE & the road to the isles

Friendly Oban bustles with life and the harbour is always ablaze with colour and activity. On our outward journey we take a scenic drive through bonny Loch Lomond en route to the popular Regent Hotel on Oban’s impressive esplanade. In the evening we enjoy dinner and entertainment. After breakfast on Monday we visit colourful Inveraray before we head for home

Nestling in the picturesque highlands near the banks of Loch Linnhe, the enchanting Croit Anna Hotel offers gorgeous views and our excursion takes us on a scenic drive to Mallaig.

2 DAYS FRoM £79 Sat 1 Apr £79 K Sat 6 May £79 K Single room supplement £8

Sun 29 Oct

2 DAYS FRoM £79 Sat 3 Jun Sat 9 Sep

£89 £89

K N Holiday Code: GSFOCN

Sat 15 Apr £89 K Sat 10 Jun £89 N Sat 14 Oct £79 K Sat 20 May £79 K Sat 23 Sep £89 K Limited number of single rooms available without supplement Holiday Code: GSOBRN

A TASTE OF SCOTLAND LUNCH CRUISE

day triP

Enjoy a taste of Scotland’s outstanding beauty as you savour a gourmet lunch of Scottish cuisine on this enchanting three hour cruise. We set sail from Victoria Docks in Greenock gliding along the Clyde Estuary then into the dazzling waters of Loch Goil and Loch Long. Tuck into dishes such as oak smoked salmon roulade, Cullen skink, Stornoway black pudding, Highland venison and haggis en croute as you take in the spectacular scenery along with sparkling commentary.

Holiday Code: GDCRSN

DAY tRIP onlY £45 Fri 28 Apr 16

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Fri 1 Sep

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lunCh & GlAsGOW theAtre treAts Join at your local joining point for free time in Glasgow city centre before lunch at a restaurant close to the theatre. then take your seat for a spectacular matinee show! PRICe InClUDeS

• Coach travel • Lunch • Theatre ticket • Welcome pack

DePARtS

JOin direCt At restAurAnt sAVe £10

Dunfermline 8.30 | Edinburgh 9.30 | Bathgate 10.15 | Hamilton 10.45 One of Scotland’s most historic and significant venues, the cleverly designed King’s Theatre opened in 1904 and has played host to countless top stars, shows and pantomimes ever since. Artists who have graced its stage include Jimmy Logan, Rikki Fulton, Jack Milroy, Elaine C Smith, Stanley Baxter and Gerard Kelly.

Dating from 1867, the Theatre Royal is the oldest theatre in Glasgow and the performance home of Scottish opera and ballet as well as countless pantomimes, musicals and plays. In recent years, the theatre has undergone a multi-million pound transformation and now features stunningly designed foyers, a viewing gallery and roof terrace.

JanE EyrE

Ghost

Be inspired by Charlotte Bronte’s classic Jane Eyre story, as our heroine survives poverty, injustice and betrayal before following her heart and marrying Mr Rochester in this passionate and funny masterpiece.

Based on the award winning movie, the timeless story of love, despair and hope takes to the stage. After being murdered, Sam is trapped between this world and the next. He enlists the help of a medium to communicate with his grief-stricken girlfriend, Molly, to save her from danger!

DAY tRIP onlY £49

Wed 7 Jun

Tue 28 Mar

shirlEy ValEntinE

Buddy - thE Buddy holly story

This heart-warming comedy by Willy Russell tells the story of a bored Liverpool housewife who secretly packs her bags for a two week trip to Greece where she starts to see the world and life in a different way.

Seen by over 22 million people worldwide, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story is the most successful rock n roll musical of all time. With classics such as That’ll be the Day, Rave On, Peggy Sue, Everyday and Raining in my Heart, this is a feel GREAT show!

DAY tRIP onlY £49

Wed 3 May

Wed 5 Apr

thE railway ChildrEn

that’ll BE thE day

All aboard for this stunning adaptation of E. Nesbit’s classic novel. This wonderful theatrical experience is steeped in nostalgia and tells the heart-warming and adventurous story of how Bobbie, Phyllis and Peter became The Railway Children. A must-see show for all ages!

The nation’s top rock n roll variety show, That’ll be the Day is still going strong after an amazing thirty years on the road. This vibrant extravaganza oozes nostalgia, bursts with laughter and features solid gold hits from the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s – the best feel good night out!

DAY tRIP onlY £49

Wed 5 Jul

Wed 18 Oct

A jUDgEMENT IN STONE

thE stEamiE

Don’t miss this edge of the seat adaptation of Ruth Rendell’s bestselling book. The crime novelist’s brilliant plot unravels a tale of deceit, despair and cover-ups surrounding a Valentine’s Day murder – culminating in a shocking revelation!

Join the unforgettable characters of Dolly, Magrit, Doreen and Mrs Culfeathers in a Glasgow wash house on Hogmanay as they laugh and cry their way through the last day of the year – with some help from the not so handy Andy!

DAY tRIP onlY £50

Sat 24 Jun

Sat 28 Oct

Holiday Code: GDTHCN

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TEMPTINg TASTER CRUISES ABOARD OCEAN LINERS! These incredible value taster cruises give you the chance to explore Boudicca, Marco Polo or Magellan and sample the joys of ocean cruising. look forward to sumptuous catering, first-class service, top notch cabaret and a late night disco as you sail into the sunset...

WORLD CLASS SHIPS PRESENTINg FRED OLSEN’S BOUDICCA Boudicca is a world class ship with large windows casting a light and airy feel over the elegant decor of the spacious lounges. a teak promenade stretches all the way around her giving a sense of freedom.

PRESENTINg CRUISE & MARITIME vOYAgES MARCO POLO

PRESENTINg CRUISE & MARITIME vOYAgES MAgELLAN

Marco Polo is a fully stabilised ocean liner with a handsome profile and distinctive dark blue hull. There are comfortable lounge bars, elegant restaurants and a teak deck that is perfect for a stroll.

Magnificent Magellan boasts expansive wooded decks giving a real sense of spaciousness. Inside you’ll find a choice of bars and restaurants as well as panoramic observation zones.

All itineraries are based on information available at the time of going to print and are subject to change. Final details will be advised on your travel documents.

FLAMINg jUNE PARTY CRUISE

sail from greenock to liverPool aBoard Boudicca We travel to Greenock to board Boudicca and get our sea legs on a sizzling sail south. Look forward to action packed entertainment with dazzling floorshows! After disembarking, enjoy a guided tour of Liverpool with its countless attractions before our coach journey home, punctuated with a stop in the Lake District. Holiday Code: GOOCBN

2 DAYS FRoM £129 Thu 8 Jun

Twin Inside Twin Outside Twin Superior Outside

£129 £139 £149

Single Inside Single Outside

£149 £169

PRICe InClUDeS • Cabin as selected • Coach travel • Meals & snacks on board • Liverpool guided tour • Welcome pack 18

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see PAGe 95 fOr GOOd COmPAniOns tAster Cruise

HOT SUMMER NIgHT PARTY CRUISE sail from hull to rosyth aBoard marco Polo

sail from greenock to liverPool aBoard marco Polo After our funfilled party cruise on this mini break we enjoy a guided tour of Liverpool’s attractions. Later we check into our conveniently located hotel for dinner, bed and breakfast. Next day, our coach journey home is punctuated with a stop in Carlisle.

We head to Hull designated UK City of Culture for 2017 where we board Marco Polo and enjoy great food and exciting entertainment as we sail north to Rosyth. After disembarking, rejoin our coach to journey home. Holiday Code: GOOCMN

2 DAYS FRoM £99 Tue 11 Jul

£99 £129 £129

Twin Superior Outside Single Inside Single Outside

£149 £149 £199

NEWCASTLE, BEAMISH & INDIAN SUMMER SAILINg

sail from newcastle to dundee aBoard magellan We journey by coach to Newcastle for free time to explore this iconic city before checking into our hotel for dinner, bed and breakfast. Next day, we have a full day at Beamish Open Air Museum, then board early evening. Let the party begin as we step aboard Magellan and sail north to Dundee enjoying tasty food and lively cabaret. After breakfast rejoin your coach and enjoy time in St Andrews before we head home. Holiday Code: GOOCAN

3 DAYS FRoM £179 Fri 8 Sep Twin Inside Twin Outside Twin Superior Inside

Twin Inside Twin Outside Twin Superior Inside

£179 £199 £209

Twin Superior Outside Single Inside Single Outside

£229 £249 £289

£179 £199 £199

Twin Superior Outside Single Inside Single Outside

£219 £249 £279

TASTER CRUISE & LONDON LANDMARkS

sail from newcastle to tilBury aBoard magellan Take in a scenic drive along the Northumbria coastline as we head south to Newcastle then step aboard Magellan for an overnight party cruise to London. After disembarking, we rejoin our coach for a sightseeing tour of the capital’s landmarks then check into our hotel on the outskirts of London for dinner, bed and breakfast. Next morning, we journey home by coach. Holiday Code: GOOCAN

3 DAYS FRoM £189 Sat 23 Sep

Holiday Code: GOOCMN

3 DAYS FRoM £179 Sat 19 Aug

Twin Inside Twin Outside Twin Superior Inside

SUMMER SUN SAILINg & LIvELY LIvERPOOL

Twin Inside Twin Outside Twin Superior Inside

£189 £209 £199

Twin Superior Outside Single Inside Single Outside

£219 £229 £249

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EASTER PRICe InClUDeS

• Dinner, B&B • Coach travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack

TENBY & Pretty PemBrokeshire

RINg OF kERRY

Staying at the Cliffe Norton Hotel, a Grade II listed building overlooking Tenby harbour. We venture out to historic Pembroke, home to a grand castle and onwards to the tiny cathedral city of St David’s. Another day is spent in the stylish waterfront city of Swansea, home to attractions such as the National Waterfront Museum. Holiday Code: GWTECS

5 DAYS onlY £299 Fri 14 April

Single room supplement £24

Holiday Code: GITRBS

6 DAYS onlY £379 Sun 16 Apr

Double occupancy for sole use supplement £80

CREAM OF THE COTSWOLDS

Select ROYAL CROWN DERBY & the Peak district

Our base is the Holt Hotel, a traditional coaching inn nestling on the edge of the Cotswolds and ideally located for our excursion exploring the picture postcard villages of this beautiful area. We also spend a day in Stratfordupon-Avon home to Shakespeare attractions such as Anne Hathaway’s cottage and Tudor architecture.

We stay at the centrally located Mercure Nottingham, a four star hotel in the heart of Nottingham’s Lace Market area and you’ll have a free day to explore this fine city. A varied itinerary includes a guided tour of Royal Crown Derby where we see how fine china is made followed by a visit to the riverside town of Burton-on-Trent. On another day we visit the Peak District gems of Buxton and Bakewell.

Holiday Code: GEOXHS

5 DAYS onlY £319 Mon 17 Apr

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Holiday Code: GENOMS

5 DAYS onlY £399 Mon 17 Apr

Unlimited single rooms with no supplement

TORqUAY

WONDERFUL WARWICkSHIRE

Based at the Marquis Hotel, a onetime summer residence for aristocracy boasting original features, a pretty garden and sea views. Excursions to historic Exeter with its old City Walls, Brixham, where you’ll find a life size replica of St Francis Drake’s Golden Hind and to pretty Paignton.

Resting in acres of gardens just outside the village of Market Bosworth, Britannia Bosworth Hall Hotel boasts leisure facilities and makes a great base for an Easter escape. Our sightseeing takes in the fine stone town of Stamford, Melton Mowbray, Stratford-upon-Avon and Royal Leamington Spa. Holiday Code: GETOMN

5 DAYS onlY £259 Mon 17 Apr

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Mon 17 Apr

OBAN & THE WEST COAST

Staying at the family run Carrbridge Hotel, a former coaching inn nestling on the banks of the River Dulnain in the heart of the Highlands. Look forward to a day in Inverness and a visit to the tourist hub of Aviemore.

Staying at the Regent Hotel located on Oban’s esplanade, we venture out to Seil Island, enjoy free time in Oban and stop en route home at Loch Lomond Shores.

Fri 14 Apr L Single room supplement £36

Holiday Code: GSCACN

3 DAYS onlY £139 Fri 14 Apr

Holiday Code: GEBOHN

5 DAYS onlY £209

HIgHLAND HIgHLIgHTS

4 DAYS onlY £229

Be awestruck by the beauty of the Ring of Kerry, an unspoilt region with Iron Age forts, old monasteries and a landscape carved from the Ice Age then take in the beauty of the Dingle Peninsula, filming location for the movie Ryan’s Daughter. We stay at the opulent Ballyroe Heights Hotel which boasts views of Tralee Bay.

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

SOUTHPORT

Holiday Code: GSOBRN

3 DAYS onlY £139 Fri 14 Apr

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

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Based at the Britannia Prince of Wales Hotel on elegant Lord Street, there’s time to explore Southport. On Sunday we stop in historic Carlisle to break our homeward journey. Holiday Code: GESOPN

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

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You don’t have to travel far to be wowed by sensational scenery, captivated by wildlife, thrilled by sky scraping attractions, awestruck by Royal residences or enchanted by hidden hamlets where time has stood still. Here in Scotland we’re blessed with such wonderful destinations right on our doorstep...and then some! Vying for your attention include delights such as the breathtaking Cairngorms with its mountain railway, affluent Aberdeen, far-flung Caithness, the Royal Deeside villages of Braemar and Ballater, pretty Perthshire and the popular west coast harbour town of Oban. Offshore, the bonnie Isle of Arran crams in the very best of Scotland, Skye boasts natural wonders and prehistoric history while magnificent Mull is home to a dramatic coastline with white sand beaches. Orkney has inspirational landscapes where powerful seas crash against towering cliffs, then there’s the heavenly Hebrides, an idyllic archipelago on the edge of Europe. New for 2017 is our Heavenly Hebrides & Highlands tour where you can explore the many facets of the Highlands and islands on one sightseeing extravaganza. Also fresh is a Dornoch, Dolphins & Dunrobin Castle holiday featuring a fairytale stately home, a cruise in search of dolphins and a tour and taste trip to the Black Isle Brewery. Whichever part of Scotland you choose, don’t forget your camera!

SpectAculAr ScotlAnD Joining your SPECTACULAR SCOTLAND holiday is easy! • • • •

Simply scan the alphabetical list below to find your preferred departure point. Follow the grid along to see what departure times and route codes are available from that location. When choosing your holiday, look for the relevant route code letter in the price panel. Remember – these times are for guidance only – please check your Travel Ticket for your confirmed time. dePArture POints & times fOr hOlidAys in sCOtlAnd

CODE Bathgate

07.45

07.15

09.15

09.45

Cowdenbeath 07.45

09.15

Dundee

08.00

Dunfermline

09.45

10.00

06.00

07.20

11.30

East Kilbride†

06.30

06.45

07.30

09.30

08.30

08.20

Edinburgh

08.45

09.00

06.30

08.15

10.45

Falkirk

08.15 06.30

06.45

10.30

08.30

10.30

08.30

08.15

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GrAnd tOur Of sCOtlAnd heavenly heBrides & highlands Explore the many facets of the Highlands and islands on this sightseeing extravaganza. Setting off from the pretty harbour

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town of Oban, we sail to the far-flung Outer Hebrides, an idyllic archipelago lying thirty miles off the northwest coast of Scotland on the edge of Europe. Cameras on standby as we take in powder white beaches and a hinterland of rugged mountains, amazing wildlife and rich culture. Returning to the mainland, we call in at Fort William, a favourite filming location for the makers of movies such as Braveheart and Harry Potter. Next day we board our boat for an enchanting cruise on lovely Loch Ness then pop into the picturesque village of Drumnadrochit. A holiday treasure and truly unique experience will be our trip on the Cairngorm Mountain Railway, Scotland’s only funicular railway and the highest train line in the UK. A good old Scottish shindig in Newtonmore then farewell lunch in Pitlochry concludes our wonderful adventure.

your holiday itinerary tuesday. From local joining points we make our way to our morning coffee stop then continue to Oban where we check into the Regent Hotel for an overnight stay. Wednesday. We board our ferry and set sail for Castlebay, Barra then check into the Isle of Barra Beach Hotel, Tangasdale for two nights. thursday. Enjoy a guided tour of Barra, the most southerly of the inhabited Hebridean Isles and home to one of the most unusual airports in the world. friday. An early departure for our return sailing to Oban where we are treated to a tasty lunch before winding our way to the tourist hub of Fort William for some free time. We check in for an overnight stay at Croit Anna Hotel, located near the banks of Loch Linnhe. saturday. Our adventure continues as we travel to Loch Ness for a relaxing cruise on the glassy water along with a bit of Nessie spotting! Later we call in at Drumnadrochit where you might like to visit Nessieland and learn the legend of Loch Ness from the Ice Age to the present day as you hear eye-witness accounts of monster sightings! From here, we proceed to Newtonmore and check into the traditional Highlander Hotel. sunday. A thrilling day as we snake our way through the glens to the Cairngorm Mountain Railway for a spectacular train trip to the Top Station

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at an altitude of 3,500 feet. At the summit you’ll find the Ptarmigan Restaurant, a viewing terrace, exhibition, gift shop and the highest postbox in the British Isles! Later, we return to Newtonmore for a toe-tapping evening of Scottish entertainment! monday. We check out of our hotel and journey to Pitlochry for a farewell lunch. Afterwards, we continue home with great memories of our islands and Highlands escapade.

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CAledOniAn CAnAl Cruise & nostalgic train Journeys

of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

88%

The sprawling Cairngorms National Park covers an area twice the size of the Lake District and is the perfect place to get away from it all. A breathtaking area of natural beauty, it is home to more mountains, woodland trails, sparkling lochs, distilleries and welcoming villages than you could shake a stick at. Watch out for a wealth of wildlife such as the ospreys and eagles that grace the skies above ancient forests. Our unforgettable sightseeing takes in a trip on the enchanting Strathspey Steam Railway to popular Aviemore, home to attractions such as the Cairngorm Brewery Company and Loch-an-Eilein Pottery. We also ride the legendary West Highland Line to the fascinating port of Mallaig. A treat to cherish will be our cruise on the Caledonian Canal, an experience that will be forever etched on your mind and an incomparable way to experience Scotland’s mountains, lochs and glens.

your excursions Caledonian Canal Cruise An unforgettable day is in store as we board our boat and set sail along the famous Caledonian Canal, gliding through the Great Glen, passing through locks and under bridges. Regarded as one of the most wonderful waterways in the world, sit back and relax as you drift past majestic mountains and glassy lochs.

strathspey steam railway & Aviemore Our second excursion is a nostalgic trip on the Strathspey Steam Railway as we journey almost ten miles through unspoilt Highland scenery to awe inspiring Aviemore, where we enjoy free time to explore.

West highland line & mallaig Our final trip takes us over forty miles along the dramatic West Highland Line to Mallaig, overlooking the Isle of Skye. We cross the spectacular multi-arched Glenfinnan Viaduct and rumble past the white sands of Morar. Mallaig contains a host of attractions such as the Heritage Centre and a genuine kipper smokery.

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CARRbRIDGe hotel

This eighteenth century estate and former coaching inn is now a luxury hotel offering refined hospitality in a delightful corner of the Cairngorms National Park. It was once visited by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert and it’s Balmoral Restaurant features corniced ceilings and murals depicting Highland history.

This family owned and run hotel dates from 1803, began life as a coaching inn and has been lovingly restored over the years. It is beautifully located on the banks of the River Dulnain opposite the ancient Pack Horse Bridge.

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PITLOCHRY, SCONE PALACE & Blair castle

93%

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent.

your excursions scone Palace & Aberfeldy Standing proudly amidst beautiful parkland, Scone Palace is a listed historic house where Macbeth, Robert the Bruce and Charles II were all crowned. Explore the State Rooms where Queen Victoria was entertained en route to Balmoral and view the fine furniture and objects d’art including the needlework of Mary Queen of Scots. Blair Castle & Gardens Today we visit magnificent Blair Castle, transformed over the centuries from bleak medieval beginnings to become a fine Georgian mansion and finally a Victorian castle in the baronial style.

Blessed with beautiful vistas, a rich history, fine hostelries and lots to see and do, the pretty town of Pitlochry in Perthshire has been a magnet for discerning tourists since the Victorian era. Indeed, Queen Victoria herself was one of those trailblazing early visitors! Our action-packed itinerary showcases the very best that Perthshire has to offer, including a visit to stately Blair Castle and historic Scone Palace.

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loch tummel Our half day scenic drive takes us along the banks of lovely Loch Tummel.

FISheRS hotel - PItloChRY

Centrally located in the beautiful Victorian town of Pitlochry, this elegant hotel has been recently refurbished to a high standard.

Holiday Code: GSPIFS

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your excursions inverness & nairn We head firstly to Inverness where you might like to take a stroll along the waterfront passing the glorious cathedral, the war memorial and across Ness Island Walk to gorgeous gardens. Inverness also boasts an eleventh century castle and a wealth of shops. We continue to Nairn, home to a long, sandy beach and a picturesque harbour.

This sightseeing weekend treat is based in Strathpeffer, a pretty spa village hidden away amidst the mountains and glens on the Black Isle and often compared to a Bavarian alpine resort. Perhaps visit the town’s restored railway station where you’ll find the Highland Museum of Childhood which houses amazing toys and artefacts all relating to growing up in the north of Scotland. Out and about we visit the Highland capital of Inverness, the traditional village of Drumnadrochit and Nairn - a seaside resort known in Victorian times as the “Brighton of the North”.

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drumnadrochit We make our way to Drumnadrochit, a picturesque village surrounded by verdant glens. Perhaps visit Nessieland and learn the legend of Loch Ness from the Ice Age to the present day as you hear eye-witness accounts of monster sightings! Aviemore This popular town is situated in the Cairngorms National Park has something for everyone. We allow free time to explore before continuing our journey.

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THE jACOBITE STEAM TRAIN & the road to the isles

90%

of customers who travelled on this holiday would rebook with GlentOn.

your excursions Jacobite steam train to mallaig We board the Jacobite Steam Train for our evocative journey across the multi-arched Glenfinnan Viaduct. Arriving in Mallaig, you might like to explore the visitor centre or simply enjoy the stunning views from the harbour. fort Augustus & fort William Perhaps pop into Fort Augustus Canal Visitor Centre, take a short cruise on Loch Ness or head to the Clansman Centre and learn about Highland life in bygone days from guides wearing traditional costume. We proceed to Fort William, a favourite location for the makers of movies such as Braveheart, Harry Potter and Highlander.

Discover the beauty of Scotland’s west coast and enjoy a nostalgic steam locomotive ride on this wonderful tour. Regarded as one of the great train journeys of the world, the incomparable Jacobite Steam Train puffs its way through stunning countryside, past quaint villages and rumbles over the multi-arched Glenfinnan Viaduct – a landmark immediately recognisable from the Harry Potter movies. Another delight is our visit to colourful Fort Augustus, an olde worlde village where the Caledonian Canal flows through its centre, bustling with boats of all types and sizes.

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Glencoe & Oban We visit the village of Glencoe, a charming settlement tucked away amidst stunning scenery. From here we travel to the harbour town of Oban where you’ll find a level esplanade, whisky distillery and woollen mills.

CRoIt AnnA hotel - FoRt WIllIAM Nestling in the picturesque Highlands near the banks of Loch Linnhe, the enchanting Croit Anna Hotel offers gorgeous views and has a relaxing lounge bar with pool table.

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ROYAL DEESIDE & the granite city

NEW FOR 2017 your excursions Alford heritage Centre & Alford Valley railway We head to Alford, home to a narrow gauge railway. Guests on our July and August dates can look forward to a scenic trip on this old fashioned train line taking you to Haughton Park. gLENTONEERS on other dates may like to explore the interesting Heritage Centre or head to the Grampian Transport Museum where you can climb aboard the vehicle exhibits and view the artefacts. Ballater & Braemar This majestic outing takes us to picture postcard Ballater, the nearest village to Balmoral Castle and where you’ll find “By Royal Appointment” signs and speciality shops. Later we move on to Braemar, an ancient village, home to the famous Braemar Gathering.

This laid-back holiday is based in the enchanting Deeside village of Aboyne on the eastern edge of the Cairngorms National Park. A popular Victorian country retreat, Aboyne has a selection of interesting shops and a sprawling village green - venue of the annual Highland Games. We visit the tourist magnet of Alford and on another day, explore Royal Deeside taking in Ballater, a picturesque settlement resting in the shadow of Balmoral Castle, then the Highland village of Braemar. For our final outing, we spend a day in affluent Aberdeen, a city rich in heritage and boasting an array of museums and art galleries.

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Granite City Perhaps visit the award-winning Maritime Museum, explore the seventeenth century jail known as The Tolbooth or uncover the history of one of the most celebrated regiments in the British Army at the Gordon Highlander’s Museum. Stroll along Aberdeen’s bracing Beach Boulevard or head to Duthie Park where you’ll find acres of gardens with fountains and ponds to explore.

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This charming hotel dates back to the fifteenth century and retains its character as one of the oldest coaching inns insee Scotland. Theforhotel played host to Jacobite Please our website hotelhas ratings. leaders as well as Queen Victoria and has landscaped gardens, a cosy lounge and traditional pub. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

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OBAN & the isle of mull

85%

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent.

your excursions inveraray Castle Standing on the shores of Loch Fyne since the 1400s, this must see attraction is the ancestral home of the Duke of Argyll. Explore the many historical rooms housing beautiful tapestries and sumptuous furnishings along with Rob Roy’s sword. Outside, the landscaped grounds feature formal lawns and colourful flowerbeds. We also enjoy free time in Inveraray – perhaps visit fascinating Inveraray Jail. Glencoe & fort William Glencoe is a charming settlement set amongst truly spectacular scenery. We proceed to Fort William, a favourite location for the makers of such films as Braveheart, Harry Potter and Highlander.

Pretty Oban bustles with life and the harbour is busy with boats making their way to the islands. The town boasts a superb level esplanade, a whisky distillery and woollen mills. Pulpit Hill affords wonderful views across the Firth of Lorne and is the perfect spot from which to appreciate a glorious sunset.

isle of mull & tobermory We board our ferry and set sail for magnificent Mull with its miles of dramatic coastline and white sand beaches. The island’s picturesque fishing port of Tobermory is home to a whisky distillery, an arts centre, a museum housing artefacts telling the island’s history and of course, the brightly painted houses that line the harbour.

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Situated on the esplanade, this friendly hotel enjoys magnificent views across the bay to the Isle of Kerrera and is known for its lively entertainment and friendly welcome from your host Tommy and his team. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

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ISLE OF SkYE

91%

of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

your excursions dunvegan Castle & Portree A guided tour takes us to Dunvegan Castle which stands on a rock on Skye’s west coast between the sea and lovely gardens. On display you’ll find fine paintings and clan treasures including the legendary Fairy Flag. We proceed to the picturesque island capital of Portree.

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Our base for this island adventure is the mystical Isle of Skye. A choice of hotels is available, both with equally stunning views of the sea and out towards the mainland. Check out some wonderful wildlife in the area like otters, seals, sometimes even orca whales and a variety of birds. Perhaps visit the local art gallery where the paintings displayed were inspired by the breathtaking local landscape of mountain peaks and a bustling fishing harbour.

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island highlights On this excursion we get off the beaten track and take in some of the finest scenery in Scotland as we cross the centre of Sleat to discover the hidden gems of Skye. Watch out for long deserted castles, lush forests, soaring mountains, ancient churches, pristine beaches, white-washed cottages and golden eagles gracing the skies. trotternish Peninsula We head to Skye’s northern shore with its bizarre rock formations, taking in the ruined fortress at Duntulm, the port of Uig and Flora McDonald’s grave. We also visit the Museum of Island Life where we learn how communities of crofters scratched a living from the land.

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Enjoying an amazing setting beside the glassy waters of Broadford Bay with magnificent views across the sea to Loch Kishorn, the Dunollie Hotel is the ideal base for exploring the beautiful scenery of mystical Skye.

Based in a pretty village with panoramic views, the Kings Arms is a traditional hotel which retains some of the original features as well as modern comforts. This hotel is locally known for its traditional Skye cuisine.

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HEBRIDEAN island hoPPing

89%

of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

your holiday itinerary Wednesday. We make our way to Oban where we board the ferry to Castlebay, Barra, enjoying tea and cake on board. We check into the Isle of Barra Beach Hotel for the first of two nights.

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thursday. Today we enjoy a guided tour of beautiful Barra, the most southerly of the inhabited Hebridean Isles and home to one of the most unusual airports in the world.

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friday. We sail from Barra to the island of Eriskay from where we take the causeway to South Uist, home to sandy beaches and mountain peaks. Another causeway connects to Benbecula and onward to North Uist. We then board the afternoon ferry to the Isle of Harris and travel along the west coast. We continue to Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis where we check in to the Caladh Inn before a late dinner.

Thirty miles off the northwest coast of Scotland, the Outer Hebrides is an idyllic chain of islands on the edge of Europe. This sightseeing holiday showcases the many facets of this paradise of powder white beaches and Atlantic waves, dark moorland and rugged mountains, amazing wildlife and rich culture.

saturday. Our treat today is a guided tour of the Isle of Lewis, the largest island in the Outer Hebrides and home to craft settlements and the thatched roofed Blackhouse, Arnol as well as the famous standing stones at Calanais.

ISle oF bARRA hotel - tAnGASDAle

Our comfortable hotel on Barra is situated on the Atlantic west coast of the island overlooking the beautiful white sands of Tangasdale Beach.

sunday. Morning at leisure in Stornoway – perhaps visit the An Lanntair Arts Centre where you’ll find local and international exhibitions as well as gifts and jewellery in the gallery shop. This afternoon we catch the ferry to Ullapool and enjoy an overnight stay in the north of Scotland.

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monday. After breakfast we head for home.

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Stornoway’s largest hotel is situated close to the town centre and the nineteenth century Lews Castle.

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ULLAPOOL, LOCH MAREE & inverness

86%

of customers rated this hotel as good or excellent value for money.

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Known for its beautiful location and friendly charm, Ullapool is a traditional fishing village in picturesque Wester Ross. The village setting offers a relaxing ambience replete with quaint shops and welcoming cafés and pubs. This lovely location is ideal for exploring the delights of pretty Loch Maree and Inverness.

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loch maree & Gairloch Loch Maree represents the very best of the Scottish Highlands – history, grandeur, magnificent munros and breathtaking scenery. Our full day excursion also visits the popular tourist centre of Gairloch with its awesome views across the sea to Skye. inverness The Highland capital of Inverness is located where the River Ness meets the Moray Firth and is a wonderful place for a pleasant and picturesque stroll along the waterfront, passing the glorious cathedral, the war memorial and across the Ness Island Walk to pretty gardens. An imposing eleventh century castle stands on a cliff overlooking the bustling city and there is a wealth of shops and eateries to enjoy. lochinver The tiny fishing port of Lochinver nestles in a sheltered bay north of Ullapool and offers amazing views to Suilven. The resort’s attractions include the Assynt Visitor Centre and Highland Stoneware Pottery while the pretty harbour is a delightful spot to watch the world go by (five day holidays only).

CAleDonIAn hotel - UllAPool

Overlooking Ullapool’s colourful harbour, the

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THE ISLE OF ARRAN & Brodick castle

89%

of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

your excursions south Arran In the company of an expert guide, we explore the southern side of the island stopping off at Arran Creamery cheese factory in Kilmory. From here, we continue through Whiting Bay to Brodick Castle & Gardens where we include entry to the National Trust Property. Majestic Brodick Castle boasts breathtaking views across the bay and houses impressive collections of period furniture, paintings and sporting trophies.

Dubbed “Scotland in Miniature” and the “Gem of the Firth of Clyde”, the bonnie Isle of Arran crams the very best of the mainland into an area just twenty miles long and ten miles wide. You’ll find an ever-changing coastline, mighty mountains, sheltered coves and verdant forests as well as inviting pubs and restaurants. No holiday on this lovely island would be complete without a visit to Brodick Castle & Gardens, a classic Victorian Highland estate that stands dramatically against the backdrop of Goat Fell Mountain and is renowned as Britain’s only island country park.

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north Arran Today our expert guide takes us back in time as we drive through Machrie Moor, home to the ancient remains of six standing stone circles. We then visit Lochranza where we’re treated to a tour of the island’s distillery. Our scenic drive continues with a stop at Arran Aromatics, the world famous toiletry empire that started life in a cottage kitchen on the island back in 1989.

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This family run beachfront hotel on the “sunset side” of the Island offers spectacular scenery overlooking the Mull of Kintyre as well as comfortable accommodation and friendly service.

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THE ISLES OF MULL & iona

100%

of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

your excursions tobermory Today we enjoy a scenic drive around the breathtakingly beautiful coast of Mull to visit the eighteenth century fishing port of Tobermory with its distinctive row of brightly painted buildings along the main street to the pier. south mull & iona Today we explore the lavish scenery on the southern side of the island. As foot passengers on the local ferry we cross the mile wide stretch of water known as the “Sound of Iona” to the adjacent island of Iona, famous for its connections to early Christianity.

Lying just off the west coast of Scotland, marvellous Mull and irresistible Iona are home to pristine beaches, unspoiled landscapes, a rich history and an abundance of wildlife. Look out for red deer roaming the hills, eagles gracing the skies above towering mountains and little bays and inlets that are home to otters and seals. Aside from the stunning flora and fauna, you’ll find evidence of prehistoric civilisations with standing stones, ancient Duart Castle and perhaps most notably, sixth century Iona Abbey, birthplace of Celtic Christianity.

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ISle oF MUll hotel & SPA – CRAIGnURe bAY

Our comfortable hotel offers panoramic sea views, extensive spa facilities and a restaurant serving fine traditional fare.

Holiday Code: GSMUIS

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STRATHPEFFER, ISLE OF SkYE & the famous kyle line

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent.

84%

your excursions isle of skye A memorable day as we travel to Achnasheen, then pass the wild scenery of Loch Carron to bask in the view displayed by Eilean Donan Castle on Loch Duich. We move on to the Kyle of Lochalsh where we cross the Atlantic Bridge and visit the island capital of Portree, known for its colourful harbour packed with fishing boats and welcoming, speciality shops. drumnadrochit & inverness Today we visit the village of Drumnadrochit and drive along the banks of Scotland’s most famous Loch before free time in the Highland capital of Inverness.

Tucked away amidst the mountains and glens on the Black Isle, the leafy spa town of Strathpeffer is often likened to a Bavarian alpine resort. The area is a popular spot with walkers with scenic routes to suit all abilities. Head to the restored Victorian railway station where you’ll find the Highland Museum of Childhood which houses amazing toys and artefacts all relating to growing up in Highland Scotland. A holiday highlight will be our excursion to the enchanting Isle of Skye.

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Plockton & the Kyle line The location for BBC TV’s Hamish Macbeth, Plockton is said to be the prettiest village in Scotland. It’s also the starting point for our trip on the world famous Kyle Line. Sit back and savour eighty awe-inspiring miles of gorgeous scenery as we make our way back to Strathpeffer by train.

StRAthPeFFeR hotel

Set in its own grounds in the heart of the village, our friendly hotel is a special favourite of GlentoneeRS. Please note that a small number of bedrooms are situated in an annex.

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SCOTTISH HIgHLANDS: cairngorm mountain & reindeer centre

NEW FOR 2017 your excursions Cairngorm mountain railway & Aviemore This exciting train trip allows people of all abilities to reach the Top Station of the Cairngorm Mountain at an altitude of 3,500 feet. At the summit you’ll find the Ptarmigan Restaurant, a viewing terrace, exhibition, gift shop and the highest post-box in the British Isles! We stop at Aviemore, where we enjoy free time to explore.

This wonderful Highland adventure is based in the traditional and lively village of Carrbridge, located at the gateway to the Cairngorms National Park and surrounded by sensational scenery along with an abundance of wildlife. A holiday high spot and truly unique experience will be our trip on the Cairngorm Mountain Railway, Scotland’s only funicular railway and the highest train line in the UK. Reindeer are not just for Christmas so we pop by the Cairngorm Reindeer Centre to see how Rudolph, Prancer and co are enjoying their time off. A visit to the village of Drumnadrochit on the western shore of Loch Ness completes our sightseeing.

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Cairngorm reindeer Centre Meet Britain’s only herd of free-ranging reindeer in their natural habitat! Enjoy sensational views of the mountains as you walk among the friendly herd petting them while learning all you need to know about reindeer from an expert. Afterwards, browse for reindeer-related gifts in the shop. drumnadrochit & inverness Today we visit the village of Drumnadrochit and drive along the banks of Scotland’s most famous Loch before free time in the Highland capital of Inverness.

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jOHN O’gROATS & the orkney islands

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of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

your excursions Caithness Coast, Kyle of tongue & durness Our scenic drive along the Caithness Coast takes us through the Kyle of Tongue, a shallow sea loch in the western part of the former county of Sutherland. We proceed to the traditional village of Durness, a great location for spotting the local sea birds, seals, porpoises and sometimes even minke whales! Orkney islands tour Today we take the ferry from John O’Groats to Orkney where we are treated to a guided tour that takes us over the Churchill Barriers to Stromness. We see the Neolithic village of Skara Brae, the mystical Ring of Brodgar, the standing stones at Stenness and Kirkwall, the island’s compact but lively capital. John O’Groats & Wick A full day excursion takes us to famous John O’Groats, then on to the seaside town of Wick. Divided by the River Wick it boasts traditional shops, heritage centre and the Old Pulteney Distillery.

Traditional Thurso is the most northerly town in Scotland and a pretty base for our sightseeing holiday. Here you’ll find a hive of speciality shops, cafés and bars as well as a circular well-house and the Swanson Gallery with its exhibitions of fine art. The seafront is also worth exploring with its sandy beach, esplanade and castle ruins. The centrepiece of this breathtaking tour is our excursion across the sea to the Orkney Islands, home to inspirational landscapes with pristine beaches and towering cliffs.

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RoYAl hotel - thURSo

This stone-built former coaching inn stands in the heart of Thurso just a five minute stroll from the beach. It has a traditional bar, classically-styled restaurant and is a welcoming and comfortable base.

Holiday Code: GSTHRN

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PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Coach travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack

DORNOCH, DOLPHINS & dunroBin castle

NEW FOR 2017 your excursions dunrobin Castle The most northerly of Scotland’s great houses, beautiful Dornoch Castle dates from the early 1300s and resembles a French chateau with its towering conical spires. In more recent years it was used as a military hospital during the World War I and later became a boys’ boarding school. View the hunting trophies and explore the dining, music and drawing rooms. Outside, discover beautiful Victorian gardens and take in a falconry display.

Explore Scotland’s treasures while staying in delightful Dornoch, a historic settlement nestling in a tranquil location on the Dornoch Firth. The town is home to sandy beaches, a thirteenth century cathedral and a championship golf course as well as nesting birds and a colony of seals. Dornoch is where the last witch in Scotland was burned at the stake and the landmark Witch’s Stone marks the spot. A varied itinerary takes in the Black Isle Brewery and a cruise in search of dolphins. Our holiday highlight is our day at fairytale Dunrobin Castle, a stately home perched high above the crashing waves of the North Sea.

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Black isle Brewery Look forward to a tour and taste trip to the Black Isle Brewery where they brew 10,000 litres a day to be shipped around the world. Chat with the brewers and keggers then try some organic beer. dolphin spirit Cruise We head to Inverness to board our cruiser then set sail in search of bluenosed dolphins in the Moray Firth. This stretch of water is surrounded by places of historic interest such as Chanonry Point with its iconic lighthouse.

DoRnoCh hotel

This former stately home stands in its own grounds overlooking the beach and the Royal Dornoch Golf Club. Impressive facilities include a grand wood-panelled bar, a sun lounge, pretty gardens and a pitch n putt course. The town’s splendid cathedral is just minutes away.

Holiday Code: GSDODN

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of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent value for money.

OrKney & shetland mini cruise Gasp at beautiful coastal scenery and experience fascinating history and culture as we sail into the sunset on this dreamy summertime cruise. Orkney boasts inspirational landscapes where verdant fields tumble down to secluded beaches and powerful seas crash against towering cliffs. This endless feast for the senses takes us to the circle of standing stones known as the Ring of Brodgar, the pretty harbour of Stromness and Skara Brae, a Stone Age settlement that predates the Pyramids. Romantic Shetland is equally beautiful with a craggy coastline studded with arches and caves. Ancient Lerwick, county town of the Shetlands boasts Jarlshof – one of the most remarkable archaeological sites ever excavated and home to Bronze Age, Viking and Medieval settlements. This scenic holiday includes an overnight stay in Thurso before we explore these enchanting islands aboard a stylish Northlink Ferry.

RoYAl hotel - thURSo

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Our friendly hotel in the centre of the small town of Thurso is a comfortable and welcoming base.

monday. We make our way to Thurso, the most northerly town on the British mainland and check into the Royal Hotel for dinner, bed and breakfast.

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tuesday. We head to Scrabster where we board the MV Hamnavoe and set sail for the Orkney Islands. Perhaps enjoy lunch on board as we sail past soaring cliffs and the fabled Old Man of Hoy. We arrive in Stromness mid afternoon where we will be met by our local guide for a fascinating tour that takes in the World Heritage Site of Skara Brae, the mystical Ring of Brodgar, the Standing Stones of Stenness and Scapa Flow. In the evening we enjoy dinner at a local restaurant before boarding the ferry at the Orkney capital of Kirkwall for our cruise to the Shetland Islands. Wednesday. We arrive in Lerwick and tuck in to breakfast on board before meeting up with our local guide. Today’s tour includes Jarlshof – one of the most remarkable archaeological sites ever excavated as well as Scalloway Castle, a tower house dating back to 1600, built by the Earl of Orkney. Following some free time in Lerwick, we rejoin our ship for an early evening departure to Aberdeen, enjoying dinner on board. thursday. Enjoy breakfast on board followed by some free time in Aberdeen before rejoining our coach for the return journey.

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MV hAMnAVoe

This stylish ship has modern, en suite cabins and a choice of bars, cafés and restaurants.

4 DAYS onlY £499 Mon 24 Jul G Sorry, no single cabins available

Holiday Code: GSORTN

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Coach and ferry travel throughout • Full holiday itinerary • Welcome pack

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elegAnt englAnD

England’s green and pleasant land conjures up images of sleepy picture postcard villages with thatched roof cottages. Legendary cities towered over by imposing castles where centuries of history are embedded into every cobblestoned alleyway. Heritage coastlines and traditional resorts guarantee endless seaside fun while stately homes like Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Winston Churchill and eighteenth century Castle Howard deliver an insight into the aristocracy and showcase elaborate furnishings of yesteryear. Holidays gracing our pages for the first time include Romantic Castles & Glorious Gardens, a delightfully themed holiday featuring a day in the cathedral city of Lincoln followed by a brace of romantic palaces cocooned by glorious gardens. Our Historic Durham & Beamish Open Air Museum tour features an unforgettable day at the world famous Beamish Open Air Museum for a unique insight into how lives were lived in the 1900s. Hull has been designated UK City of Culture for 2017 and we mark this accolade with a stay in the heart of this remarkable metropolis so you can make the most of the special celebratory events. Don’t forget you can break your journey to southern resorts like Southend-on-sea with a restful overnight stop on our leisurely pace holidays – so you arrive refreshed and ready to enjoy your great gLENTON getaway!

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ENCHANTINg ENgLISH LAkES & mountain goat exPerience

93%

of customers rate this holiday as good or excellent.

your excursions

Take in the beauty of the Lake District with its glassy waters, soaring peaks and charismatic market towns. An extra special treat will be our Mountain Goat Experience – a spectacular trip taking us off the beaten track and culminating in a ride on the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway and a visit to Munster Castle Gardens. We also explore Keswick, home to nineteenth century Moot Hall, as well as Cockermouth with its fascinating history wall depicting the town’s past. Bowness-onWindermere has fifteenth century St Martin’s Church with its ancient paintings and stained glass windows while our base of Kendal features castles, medieval dwellings and views to satisfy the most discerning photographer.

5 DAYS FRoM £249 Mon 27 Mar Mon 22 May

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mountain Goat experience, ravenglass & eskdale railway & munster Castle Gardens We venture off the beaten track by minibus for a special excursion into the Western Lakes, taking us over the Wrynose and Hardknot passes to Upper Eskdale, Scafell and Scafell Pike. We pause to admire the outstanding views at Wastwater, enjoy a ride on the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway and visit Munster Castle Gardens. Keswick & Cockermouth We head to Keswick where you may like to visit one of the museums or craft galleries or stroll to the lakeshore. From here we continue to the pastel painted market town of Cockermouth, birthplace of William Wordsworth and home to the Georgian townhouse where he was born. Bowness-on-Windermere Bowness-on-Windermere is a sprawling tourist town on the shore of Lake Windermere with a distinctive Victorian influence. This pretty lakeside resort is home to a stretch of the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway and boat trips can be taken from the pier.

CoUntY hotel – KenDAl

Situated near the heart of historic Kendal within easy reach of the shops and river, this comfortable former coaching inn promises a warm welcome and friendly service. There is a cosy lounge complete with sprung dance floor. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

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MORECAMBE BAY & the lakes cruise

91%

of customers rate this holiday as good or excellent value for money.

your excursions Keswick & lake Windermere Cruise We head to Keswick where you may like to visit one of the interesting museums or local art and craft galleries. From here we continue to sparkling Lake Windermere where we enjoy wonderful views of soaring mountains, secluded bays and woodland isles as we cruise the Queen of the Southern Lakes.

Known as the gateway to the Lakes, the seaside town of Morecambe has the Lakeland Fells as a stunning backdrop. At the heart of the resort is the splendid promenade where you’ll find the statue commemorating one of the town’s most famous sons - comedy legend Eric Morecambe. In the evening, sit back and enjoy one of the best sunsets in the world as the sun sinks into the Irish Sea. Our excursion programme takes us to delightful Keswick, majestic Lake Windermere and we enjoy a visit to historic Lancaster.

5 DAYS FRoM £269 Mon 24 Apr £269 Mon 15 May £289 Mon 12 Jun £289

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lancaster Lancaster is steeped in a thousand years of history and has a wealth of attractions to keep visitors enthralled. Perhaps take a glimpse into England’s dark past at the medieval castle or explore the City Museum, the Priory or the Judges’ Lodgings. Carlisle On our return journey we pause to admire the exquisite architecture of historic Carlisle.

heADWAY hotel MoReCAMbe

The comfortable Headway Hotel rests on Morecambe’s East Promenade enjoying lovely views over the bay and has a quiet lounge as well as an entertainment venue.

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of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

94%

histOriC durhAm & Beamish oPen air museum Durham City is steeped in a thousand years of history and boasts a distinctive collection of museums, galleries and historic houses all bringing the past to life. Perhaps explore the eleventh century cathedral and castle or visit the Heritage Centre & Museum which is housed in a historic church with artefacts showcasing local history. A holiday highlight will be our day at the world famous Beamish Open Air Museum for a unique insight into how lives were lived in bygone days. Explore the 1900s town to see how families struggled in the years leading up to the First World War and where authentic attractions include the town stables, a traditional pub and a replica garage with typical vehicles from the era. We also head for Whitby to follow in the footsteps of Captain Cook taking in sights such as the seventeenth century harbourside house where the great explorer came to serve his apprenticeship.

your excursions durham Perhaps discover the impressive cathedral and imposing castle, visit the exceptional Oriental Museum which features displays from the Far East or explore medieval Crook Hall and Gardens with its Jacobean drawing room, maze and silver garden.

Captain Cook’s Whitby Perhaps follow in the footsteps of the great explorer Captain Cook, other attractions in this olde worlde seaside town include the churchyard of St Mary which was the inspiration for the novel Dracula. Select holidays include a guided walking tour.

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blACKWell GRAnGe hotel – DARlInGton

This traditional hotel is set in a stone building overlooking farmland in the tranquil village of Fencehouses. The charming restaurant has oak beamed ceilings and oozes a warm ambience whilst the comfortable lounge area promises a homely atmosphere.

Resting in acres of picturesque woodland, this notable seventeenth century mansion gracefully blends period elegance with contemporary comforts and promises a memorable stay. Enjoy an aperitif in Captain Cook’s Bar along with views of the gorgeous grounds.

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Beamish Open Air museum Ride the trams, visit the shops, explore the old farm, experience the pit village and colliery, go down the mine, view the schoolhouse and buy some sweets from the old fashioned shop – all of which recreate life from over a hundred years ago. An unforgettable day!

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Mon 3 Jul £299 Mon 31 Jul £299 Mon 21 Aug £299

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Holiday Code: GEDUCN

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TREASURES of northumBerland

93%

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent.

your excursions Alnwick Garden & Castle Our day out includes a private “Battleaxe to Broomsticks” tour where a costumed guide regales us with tales of the castle’s turbulent history as well as its more recent stint as Hogwart’s School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the Harry Potter films. Bamburgh, seahouses & lindisfarne We discover the heritage coastline stopping at Bamburgh with its fairytale castle, the fishing village of Seahouses and Lindisfarne, said to be the birthplace of Christianity.

This varied holiday features coast, country and city and is based in cosmopolitan Newcastle, a vibrant metropolis united by seven bridges that span the River Tyne. The city’s bustling Quayside boasts an array of bars as well as the iconic Millennium Bridge – a graceful structure and the world’s only tilting bridge. Enjoy the distinctive view from the embankment or perhaps take a pleasure boat trip up the Tyne. Out and about we explore the Northumbrian coastline, the historic market town of Barnard Castle and enjoy a guided tour of mighty Alnwick Castle.

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Barnard Castle On our return journey we visit this enchanting must see market town built around a majestic twelfth century castle overlooking the tumultuous River Tees. Its delightful streets are crammed with antique and local crafts shops as well as quirky treasures such as the bullet-marked market cross. The nearby Bowes Museum is a French-style chateau surrounded by gardens and housing decorative arts and is well worth a visit.

VeRMont hotel – neWCAStle

Occupying an unrivalled setting next to the castle, the well-appointed Vermont Hotel overlooks the glorious cathedral as well as both the Tyne and Millennium Bridges and gives direct access to the Quayside. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

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kINgSTON UPON HULL: uk city of culture 2017

86%

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent.

your excursion york York is celebrated for its Roman, Viking and medieval heritage and is a delight to explore. Wander the narrow alleyways, take a boat trip on the River Ouse, visit the National Railway Museum or step back a thousand years at the Jorvik Viking Centre. Don’t miss the magnificent minister – an absolute masterpiece of sculptured stone and stained glass windows.

Hull has been designated UK City of Culture for 2017, an award bestowed upon a metropolis that has demonstrated a belief in the power of culture. To deliver this achievement, an impressive theatre and arts programme will operate throughout the year reflecting the unique character, history and geography of Hull with themed music, paintings, food and poetry. Aside from the special celebratory events, Hull boasts a wealth of attractions such as the Streetlife Museum of Transport where you can hop on a tram or enjoy a carriage ride. Perhaps visit Wilberforce House, birthplace of the slavery abolitionist, step aboard Spurn Lightship to learn about Hull’s maritime past or view the iconic Humber Bridge.

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holIDAY Inn hUll MARInA

This superb modern hotel overlooks the marina in the heart of Hull and has a lounge bar with pool table, well appointed bedrooms and a pleasant terrace. The Prince’s Key Shopping Centre is just across the road.

Holiday Code: GEHUHN

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90%

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent.

sOuthPOrt, rOmAn Chester & lively liverPool This wonderful tour affords the opportunity to enjoy a seaside holiday as well as the sights and sounds of two fascinating and diverse cities. Southport’s attractions include a Grade II listed pier complete with tramcar and a seafront marine lake. The resort’s promenade is home to the Waterfront Arts Project and King’s Gardens whilst the British Lawnmower Museum promises a unique experience. Away from the waterfront Southport’s Botanic Gardens simply burst with floral displays, offering a plethora of pathways to explore. For retail therapy, inspiring Lord Street is the epitome of elegant shopping in classy Victorian surroundings. For a change of scenery, we explore two very different cities; the walled city of Chester and lively Liverpool, one time home of The Beatles.

your excursions Chester The attractions in this picturesque walled city are endless. Walk the City Walls, soak up the serene ambience in the beautiful cathedral, discover the rich history at the Grosvenor Museum, view Eastgate with its clock that marks the entrance to the Roman Fortress, learn about the British Army at the Military Museum, stroll through leafy Grosvenor Park and along the banks of the River Dee or discover the Roman amphitheatre, the castle and The Rows.

CHOICE OF HOTELS IN SOUTHPORT RAMADA PlAzA hotel

liverpool Visitor attractions include Albert Dock where you’ll find The Beatles Story, The Tate Liverpool, the International Slavery Museum and the Merseyside Maritime Museum. Elsewhere, you might like to trace the footsteps of the Fab Four or catch the ferry across the Mersey (guided city tour included on Select holidays).

Treat yourself to all the delights Southport has to offer whilst staying at the luxurious four star Ramada Plaza Hotel which occupies a premier position overlooking the resort’s sparkling marine lake. There is a pleasant terrace where you can relax and enjoy the sunshine and guests receive complimentary use of the facilities at the adjacent Victoria Health and Leisure Club. The opulent Ramada Plaza Hotel provides city centre chic by the seaside and refined Lord Street is just two minutes away. Expect the very finest in luxury hotel accommodation.

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tAlbot hotel

Standing in landscaped gardens on bustling Lord Street, close to the shops and a short stroll from the seafront. The Britannia Prince of Wales Hotel features a graceful façade with art deco styling and has spacious and comfortable public areas.

Guests at the Talbot are well looked after by Gilbert, the resident proprietor so it is little wonder holidaymakers return again and again. Although the bedrooms are rather compact, this hotel offers value right in the heart of Southport along with fantastic hospitality.

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of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent value for money.

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liVerPOOl & the magic of merseyside Cosmopolitan Liverpool is home to a vast range of attractions and this “must do” tour presents the perfect opportunity to experience the very best of this iconic city. Perhaps visit the legendary Cavern Club, birthplace of the Beatles, view the fine paintings at the Walker Art Gallery or the exhibits of Egyptian mummies and dinosaur bones at the World Museum. Look forward to a guided tour taking in the wealth of landmarks that make Liverpool eternally popular. Follow the time honoured tradition of hopping aboard a ferry across the Mersey and explore Albert Dock, the pulsating heart of Liverpool’s historic waterfront. For a change of pace and scenery, a day at the seaside in scenic Southport is just the ticket – perhaps take a sail on the resort’s Southern Belle or discover the botanic gardens.

your excursions liverpool We take in a guided tour of the numerous listed buildings, superb museums, art galleries and notable landmarks that make Liverpool such an exciting city. Afterwards, continue exploring at your own pace. Albert dock & mersey ferry We head to Albert Dock, home to attractions such as The Beatles Story, The Tate Liverpool, the International Slavery Museum and the Merseyside Maritime Museum as well as splendorous architecture and a range of eateries. Afterwards, we board our ferry across the Mersey. southport Floral Southport is renowned for its magnificent pier, seafront marine lake and leafy parks as well as elegant Lord Street - one of the best Victorian shopping boulevards in the land.

CHOICE OF HOTELS IN LIvERPOOL ADelPhI hotel

This landmark Edwardian building in the hub of Liverpool dates back to 1826 and has period features alongside modern leisure facilities. All the city’s attractions are on the Britannia Adelphi’s doorstep.

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Comfort & cleanliness: 83%

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DAYS Inn

Ideally located just minutes from Liverpool’s Liver Building and famous Albert Dock, the Days Inn is modern in style and enjoys views over the Mersey River. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

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st Annes & lancaster castle The picturesque coastal haven of St Annes is truly a classic seaside resort with floral gardens, rolling sand dunes, a beautifully restored Victorian pier, boating lakes and charming promenade. Perhaps visit the historic windmill on Lytham Green, the Heritage Centre which occupies a Grade II listed building or the fine Georgian House of Lytham Hall that is set in beautiful parkland and has a pleasant tearoom. Our excursions take us to quaint Cleveleys and to Fleetwood Market for a spot of bargain hunting. A holiday highlight will be our day in Lancaster with guided tours of both the city and castle. County town of Lancashire, Lancaster stands on the River Lune and is steeped in a thousand years of history. The metropolis boasts a wealth of notable attractions to keep visitors enthralled such as the priory, cathedral, the Judges Lodgings and most impressively the foreboding castle. Guests on our six day holiday have the added bonus of a day in sophisticated Southport.

your excursions fleetwood market & Cleveleys Fleetwood’s traditional market has an authentic setting and over a hundred indoor and outdoor stalls offering a variety of products. We continue along the coast to the quaint seaside town of Cleveleys where you’ll find a peaceful promenade edging the sweeping sands and a bustling town centre. lancaster City & Castle We take in a guided tour of Lancaster’s landmarks such as the gothic revival cathedral, the Grade I listed priory and the Georgian townhouse known as the Judges Lodgings. Afterwards, we delve into England’s dark past with a guided tour of Lancaster Castle, a mighty fortress with origins dating all the way back to the Romans and one of the UK’s most significant historic monuments. Throughout the centuries, this fortification has been a hotbed of witchcraft, religious persecution, crime, punishment and incarceration. Try out a medieval cell for size and view one of Europe’s most extensive collections of heraldic shields. Please note there will be some unavoidable steps in the castle. southport Relax on the beach, stroll along the promenade, explore the pleasure pier, shop on leafy Lord Street or perhaps head to the lovely seafront marine lake and treat yourself to a sail on Southport’s Mississippi style paddle steamer (six day holidays only).

CHOICE OF HOTELS IN ST ANNES AShton PARK hotel

This elegant property rests in the heart of St Annes and is owned and run by the Young family who pride themselves in offering a personal touch.

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5 DAYS FRoM £289 Mon 10 Apr Mon 8 May

£289 £299

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Mon 5 Jun Mon 17 Jul

£299 £299

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Mon 25 Sep Mon 16 Oct

£299 £299

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6 DAYS onlY £389 Sun 27 Aug Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Holiday Code: GESTAN

lInDUM hotel

Located on the seafront, this comfortable hotel has been run by the same family for over fifty years and has acquired an excellent reputation for courteous service.

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

90%

Food:

85%

Comfort & cleanliness: 90% Entertainment:

66%

5 DAYS FRoM £279 Mon 3 Apr Mon 8 May

£279 £299

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Mon 31 Jul Mon 7 Aug

£329 £339

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Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Mon 11 Sep

£329

Holiday Code: GESAIN

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85%

of customers who travelled on this holiday would rebook with gLENTON.

BlACKPOOl Blackpool has everything you could possibly want in a seaside holiday – and then some! Miles of sandy beaches, leafy parks with boating lakes, the thrill of the Golden Mile, evocative trams and nostalgic pleasure piers are just for starters. Head to the iconic tower and see the 4D cinema where sensory effects bring the tower’s history to life then catch the lift and soar 380 feet to the Sky Walk glass floored viewing platform. Other resort attractions include Stanley Park where you’ll be enchanted by Italian gardens, water fountains, art deco architecture, a model village and rowing boats for hire. Inspect the famous waxworks at Madame Tussauds and pose for a selfie with celebrities and royalty. When the sun sets, Blackpool shifts up into overdrive with world class cabaret, casinos and theatres showing top notch shows. Day or night, you’ll never be stuck for something to do in thrilling Blackpool.

your excursions southport & lytham st Annes A splendid pier, seafront marine lake and leafy Lord Street are Southport’s main attractions whilst Lytham St Annes boasts golden beaches, a pleasant promenade and great shopping.

Mon 3 Apr Mon 8 May Mon 12 Jun Mon 17 Jul Mon 14 Aug Mon 28 Aug Mon 11 Sep† Mon 25 Sep† Mon 9 Oct†

DoRIC hotel

Situated on Queen’s Promenade, the Doric Hotel has an outdoor pool and sunbathing patio for you to enjoy during summertime as well as impressive indoor leisure facilities.

liverpool Free time to perhaps follow the time honoured tradition of hopping aboard a ferry across the Mersey then explore Albert Dock where you’ll find the Tate Liverpool, Beatles Story, International Slavery Museum and the Maritime Museum as well as a range of eateries.

5 DAYS FRoM £219

CHOICE OF HOTELS IN BLACkPOOL

Please see our website for hotel ratings.

Doric £249 £259 £259 £259 £259 – £279 – –

Park House £249 £259 £259 £259 £259 – £279 – –

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Mystery £219 £229 £229 £229 £229 £239 £249 £249 £249

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Holiday Codes: GEBLDN | GEBLPN | GEBLMN †Includes illuminations drive.

PARK hoUSe hotel

Occupying an excellent position on Blackpool’s North Promenade, the Park House Hotel has an elegant ballroom, large sun lounge and guests may use the leisure facilities at the nearby Doric Hotel. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

blACKPool MYSteRY hotel

You’ll be staying in en suite accommodation at a good standard and well located mystery hotel in Blackpool from the Glenton portfolio. Glenton value at its best!

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Coach travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack

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BLACkPOOL Bargain Break

NEW FOR 2017 your excursions st Annes We enjoy a half day outing to St Annes where you might like to see the historic windmill on Lytham Green, visit the Heritage Centre or explore Lytham Hall – a fine Georgian house. southport This charming resort is renowned for its magnificent pier, seafront marine lake and Lord Street shopping boulevard. For something a wee bit different, visit the British Lawnmower Museum or the Waterfront Arts Project.

Oh, we do like to be beside the seaside and where better than thrilling Blackpool? Golden Mile, sandy beaches, nostalgic trams, the iconic tower, pleasure piers, boating lakes and leafy parks – all wrapped up in one fantastic resort. You’ll enjoy dinner, B&B and evening entertainment right in the heart of Blackpool at an unbeatable price. We slow the pace down a little with a half day outing to St Annes. On another day we head to sophisticated Southport where you might like to browse the shops in refined Lord Street or explore the resort’s botanic gardens.

5 DAYS FRoM £189

Mon 10 Apr Mon 8 May Mon 12 Jun Mon 10 Jul

£189 £199 £199 £219

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Mon 14 Aug £219 Mon 11 Sep† £229 Mon 9 Oct† £229

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

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Holiday Code: GEBLRN

neW hACKettS hotel

The recently refurbished Hacketts Hotel is located near the beach on Queen’s Promenade and where you can look forward to regular entertainment. Blackpool’s attractions are close at hand, to this basic value hotel.

†Includes illuminations drive.

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Coach travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack

BLACkPOOL at the Queens

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent.

92%

your excursions southport Floral Southport is renowned for its magnificent pier, seafront marine lake and leafy parks as well as elegant Lord Street - one of the best Victorian shopping boulevards in the land.

Take in all the sights, sounds, excitement and entertainment at Britain’s number one seaside resort whilst staying at Blackpool’s renowned Queens Hotel. Relax in the sauna, dip your toes in the pool or work out in the gym. As night falls unwind with your favourite tipple in the Cocktail Bar, challenge your fellow guests to a game of pool or lap up the lively entertainment in the Theatre Lounge. We venture out to the neighbouring seaside town of Southport and the dazzling Lake District. September holiday includes illuminations drive†.

4 DAYS onlY £199

Fri 22 Sep†

Single room supplement £24

5 DAYS onlY £279 Mon 5 Jun

Single room supplement £32

Sea view supplement £18 Mon 24 Jul Sea view supplement £24

english lakes We explore the Lake District, England’s largest national park and home to Lake Windermere, its largest lake, Scafell Pike, its highest mountain and Wastwater, its deepest lake. An area of outstanding beauty, its stunning scenery has inspired renowned artists such as Turner and much loved writers like Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth (five day holidays only).

QUeenS hotel

Boasting a superb location on the promenade between the South and Central Piers, this excellent hotel offers a choice of bars, a sea-facing sun room and a lounge with dance floor.

Mon 28 Aug Holiday Code: GEBLQN

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PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Coach travel throughout • Door to Door* service • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack The codes next to holiday prices indicate the departure points and routes for your tour. Please see page 32 for details. *Conditions apply.

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MAgIC MANCHESTER, ROMAN CHESTER

97%

& the sPa town of Buxton

of customers who travelled on this holiday would rebook with gLENTON.

your excursions manchester Enjoy a guided tour of Manchester with its industrial heritage and eighteenth century canal network. Attractions include the equally engrossing Museum of Science & Industry and People’s History Museum as well as art galleries, a gothic cathedral and Victorian Town Hall.

Experience two distinctive and dynamic cities along with the Peak District treasure of Buxton. Manchester is frequently described as the capital of the north with its alluring mix of energy and culture enhanced by a sassy, cosmopolitan kick. Eternally popular Chester is undoubtedly a historic gem with unique features such as half-timbered shops and its City Walls that offer a leisurely stroll topped off with views of the River Dee. Finally, beautiful Buxton has been attracting visitors since the fourteenth century and boasts landmarks such as Poole’s Cavern – a two-million-year-old limestone cave.

5 DAYS FRoM £199 Mon 3 Apr Mon 1 May Mon 29 May Mon 19 Jun

£199 £219 £229 £239

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Mon 24 Jul Mon 21 Aug Mon 18 Sep Mon 23 Oct

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

£239 £239 £239 £199

Buxton Marvel at the town’s centrepiece – the Grade I listed Crescent and view the Devonshire Dome – the largest unsupported dome in Europe. Hop on a Victorian tram-bus and don’t miss Poole’s Cavern where you can witness evidence of prehistoric life dating from Neolithic and Bronze Ages. Chester Walk the walls, admire the cathedral, visit the Roman amphitheatre, view Eastgate with its clock that marks the entrance to the Roman Fortress, learn about the British Army at the Military Museum, stroll through leafy Grosvenor Park and along the banks of the River Dee or discover the castle.

CoUntRY hoUSe hotel – DIDSbURY

Standing in its own grounds on the edge of the quaint town of Didsbury, this popular Britannia hotel has a traditional pub with a rustic feel.

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Holiday Code: GEMACN

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PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Coach travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack

EmmErdalE EXPERIENCE,

dales & national media museum

NEW FOR 2017

your excursions Emmerdale studio experience Look forward to discovering the magic at the heart of ITV’s iconic sitcom on an eighty-minute guided tour complete with some footage from the show’s dramatic storylines. See iconic locations, have your photo taken behind the bar of the Woolpack, stroll through the quarter sized replica model of the village and browse the range of unique Emmerdale memorabilia. A must do for soap fans!

Eee, bah gum! Look forward to exploring Emmerdale’s working TV set – a location that has witnessed many a dramatic cliff-hanger! Cast and crew abandon their scripts as fans enjoy a fully guided tour through the fictional scenery. Hear scintillating secrets and fascinating facts behind the making of the multi award winning soap as you meander around the farming village. For our last outing we journey to enchanting Skipton, known as the ‘Gateway to the Dales’, it is a town full of historic buildings and timeless charm.

5 DAYS FRoM £249

Mon 24 Apr Mon 8 May Mon 5 Jun

£269 £269 N £269 X

Single room supplement £40

Mon 3 Jul Mon 28 Aug Mon 11 Sep

£299 £279 K £269 X

Mon 9 Oct

£249 K

Holiday Code: GEHUON

national media museum Explore seven floors of traditional and interactive galleries, taking in every aspect of the world of media including cinematography, television and animation and see how TV programmes are made. skipton We wind our way through the Yorkshire Dales to pretty Skipton. Here you might like to visit the ancient castle dating back over nine hundred years where you can explore every corner of this medieval fortress from the Watch Tower to the Dungeon. Perhaps you’d rather treat yourself to a sail on the Leeds-Liverpool canal, stroll along the canal tow path to leafy Airville Park, visit the Craven Museum & Gallery, or browse the independent shops at High Corn Mill.

olD GolF hotel – hUDDeRSFIelD

Built in the 17th century, this utterly charming hotel nestles in acres of beautiful gardens complete with a pitch and putt green and combines the elegance of bygone days with modern comforts. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

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HARROgATE & the yorkshire dales

80%

of customers rated this itinerary good or excellent.

your excursions yorkshire dales We include entry to the enthralling Countryside Museum which is housed in a Victorian railway station and a visit to the market town of Leyburn where you might like to stroll through the scenic Shawl. york Celebrated for its Roman, Viking and medieval heritage, wander the city’s narrow alleyways, take a boat trip on the River Ouse, visit the National Railway Museum or explore the Jorvik Viking Centre. Don’t miss the exquisite minster – truly a masterpiece of sculptured stone and stained glass windows.

Famed for its healing waters, the stylish Montpellier Quarter and legendary Betty’s Tearooms, the Victorian spa town of Harrogate abounds with olde worlde charm. We explore the Yorkshire Dales and we include entrance to the fascinating Countryside Museum. Housed in an imaginative conversion of Hawes Railway Station, here the story of the Yorkshire Dales is told with interesting themes such as school days, home life and local crafts. Another treat is our day in fairytale York, renowned for its magnificent minster.

5 DAYS FRoM £349 Mon 12 Jun Mon 24 Jul

£359 £359

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Single room supplement £80

Mon 28 Aug Mon 11 Sep

£359 £359

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Mon 2 Oct

£349

Holiday Code: GEHAKS

KIMbeRleY hotel – hARRoGAte

Located just minutes from Harrogate town centre, this hidden gem retains original features from its origins as a Victorian town house which blend perfectly with more than a touch of modern luxury. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Luxury coach travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Select extras • Premium welcome pack

SkIPTON, CASTLE HOWARD & canal cruise

NEW FOR 2017

your excursions Castle howard This magnificent stately home is an eighteenth century residence standing proudly in a thousand acres of stunning parkland on the outskirts of York. The stunning mansion recently appeared in the major TV series, Victoria. We include a guided tour of the breathtaking grounds where you’ll find lakes, fountains, temples and woodland as well as formal gardens.

On this scenic tour we discover some of the best of Yorkshire such as enchanting Helmsley – often described as the perfect English market town with its bustling square, extraordinary castle ruins, traditional tearooms and inviting inns. Skipton is known as the “Gateway to the Dales” and from where we enjoy a leisurely sail on the Leeds Liverpool Canal. We spend a day at stunning Castle Howard, a fine historic house where you’ll be swept away by the splendour of the architecture of this must see landmark.

5 DAYS FRoM £279

Mon 17 Apr Mon 15 May Mon 26 Jun

£279 K £289 X £299

Single room supplement £40

Mon 31 Jul Mon 28 Aug Mon 25 Sep

£299 K £299 K £299

Mon 16 Oct

£279 R

Holiday Code: GELECN

skipton, Canal Cruise & Grassington Skipton is home to a well-preserved castle dating back over nine hundred years. There will be time to wander around the town before we board our cruiser for a pleasant sail on the Leeds Liverpool Canal which winds around the castle like a moat. Afterwards, we stop at enchanting Grassington. helmsley & harrogate Picture postcard Helmsley is the only market town within the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. Attractions include a walled garden, the International Centre for Birds of Prey, art galleries and an ancient castle as well as its own brewery and unique stores. We continue to popular Harrogate where you can browse the antiques in the Montpellier Quarter then sip tea in Betty’s Tearoom.

CoRnMIll loDGe hotel – bRAMleY

This exceptional hotel on the outskirts of Leeds prides itself on providing guests with personal attention. On sunny days there is an enchanting terrace where you can relax with a coffee and light evening entertainment is provided by hotel staff. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

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89%

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent.

FAIRYTALE YORk Celebrated for its Roman, Viking and medieval heritage, the walled City of York is a historic gem and perennial favourite. At its heart stands the breathtaking thirteenth century Gothic minster; truly a masterpiece of sculptured stone, functioning bell towers and stained glass windows. The city walls form a walkway on both banks of the River Ouse while York Castle is an imposing tower, set high on a mound giving panoramic views across the metropolis. Roam the labyrinth of alleyways, take a boat trip or sip a drink by the river. Perhaps broaden your mind at one of the absorbing museums such as the National Railway Museum or the award winning Jorvik Viking Centre where you can step back a thousand years. Out and about we visit the town of Beverley with its magnificent minster, dip a toe in the sea at Bridlington and enjoy a guided tour of the spa town of Harrogate.

your excursions york Look forward to a guided tour of York to get your bearings and your sightseeing off to a great start. harrogate We enjoy a guided tour of the Victorian spa town of Harrogate, famed for its healing waters, the stylish Montpellier Quarter, the Grade II listed Royal Pump Room and splendid St Wilfrid’s Church. Afterwards, continue exploring at your own pace – perhaps have a cuppa in legendary Betty’s Tearooms.

MeRCURe FAIRFIelD MAnoR hotel - YoRK

Beverley & Bridlington The market town of Beverley is noted for its impressive minster which dates back to the eighth century. We continue to Bridlington where you might care to hop on the land train that runs up and down the promenade or step aboard the Yorkshire Belle for a harbour cruise.

NEW HOTEL FOR 2017

Resting in beautiful grounds just three miles from York’s landmark minster, this grand 18th century Georgian manor house blends old world style with modern amenities. The interior features a spacious open plan lounge bar and sweeping oak staircase while outside the pretty garden is the perfect spot to relax and take in the countryside views.

5 DAYS FRoM £369 Sun 9 Apr Sun 11 Jun

£369 £399

Single room supplement £80

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Thu 21 Sep

£389

Holiday Code: GEYOMS

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SOUTH YORkSHIRE luxury

84%

of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

your excursions Chatsworth house & Bakewell Chatsworth House boasts a stunning interior including the grand Painted Hall, imperial State Rooms and striking art collections. Outside, the lush gardens feature leafy trails and intriguing sculptures. We continue to Bakewell, home of the eponymous tart and grand old houses.

This enjoyably varied tour takes in one of England’s finest stately homes along with the picturesque Peak District market town of Bakewell and a brace of historic cities. Set in beautiful parkland, refined Chatsworth House is home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire and is an astonishing landmark with resplendent rooms adorned with the paintings and artefacts that have shaped its history. We spend a day in Lincoln, a graceful city and where we include a guided tour of the splendid cathedral. Our final treat is a visit to fairytale York, renowned for its magnificent minster.

5 DAYS FRoM £329 Mon 10 Apr Mon 1 May Mon 17 Jul

£349 £339 £349

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Mon 21 Aug Mon 4 Sep Mon 23 Oct

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

£349 £349 £329

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Holiday Code: GEBRHS

lincoln & lincoln Cathedral As you approach Lincoln, you are immediately drawn to the imposing silhouette of the cathedral with its impressive Romanesque front. Regarded as one of the finest gothic buildings in Europe, we include a guided tour giving you an insight into the colourful history of the building. Afterwards, continue exploring Lincoln at your own pace - perhaps visit the castle. york We head into York – take time to view the impressive minster and city walls.

hellAbY hAll hotel – bRAMleY

This 17th century manor house stands proudly in landscaped gardens presenting a remarkable blend of historical architecture and modern facilities. It has been delicately converted into a fine four star hotel. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Luxury coach travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Select extras • Premium welcome pack

LEICESTER LEgENDS & medieval market towns

NEW FOR 2017 your excursions leicester & leicester Cathedral We explore the magnificent gothic cathedral in the company of a guide, viewing the tomb of King Richard III. Afterwards, perhaps head to the Richard III Visitor Centre, the National Space Centre which houses the Sir Patrick Moore Planetarium or the Museum of Science & Technology with its centuries of innovative inventions.

Enjoy a stay in an Edwardian country house that was the former home of Colonel Colman, founder of Colman’s Mustard and is rumoured to be the property that the game, Cluedo, is based on! We spend a day in Leicester including a guided tour of the cathedral where King Richard III was laid to rest following discovery of his remains beneath a local car park. Afterwards, perhaps head to the visitor centre that tells the extraordinary detective story surrounding the unearthing of the king’s grave. Be inspired in splendid Stamford, home to beautiful churches then soak up the vibes in the conservation town of Spalding. Our final excursion takes us to Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe for an entertaining demonstration.

5 DAYS FRoM £339 Mon 24 Apr Mon 22 May Mon 19 Jun

£339 £349 £349

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Mon 7 Aug Mon 18 Sep

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

£349 £349

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Holiday Code: GEMESS

stamford & spalding Enchanting Stamford is known as the finest stone town in England. Admire the well preserved timber framed buildings or follow the town trail that takes you through Stamford’s passageways and market square. From here, we follow the river to Spalding where you might like to stroll along the Georgian terraces or hop aboard the water taxi to Springfields Outlet Shopping Centre. melton mowbray Pork Pie demonstration & tasting We head to Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe where pies have been baked since 1851 for a pie making demonstration and a little bit about the history and heritage of the town.

SCAlFoRD hAll - Melton MoWbRAY This grand, sprawling hotel rests in eight acres of landscaped grounds on the outskirts of Melton Mowbray and has a games room as well as a charming lounge giving views of the gorgeous garden. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

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of customers who travelled on this holiday would rebook with gLENTON.

85%

sCArBOrOuGh

medieval york & market towns Sandy beaches, floral gardens, boating lakes, a twelfth century castle and the quaint North Bay Miniature Railway all combine to make traditional Scarborough the perfect seaside resort. Enjoy a cliff top stroll taking in the glorious scenery, amble around the harbour or relax in a pavement café. We venture along the stunning North Yorkshire coast to quaint Whitby. Must-sees in this charming seaside town are the spooky Benedictine abbey and the eerie Church of St Mary – landmarks that inspired Bram Stoker to write his famous Dracula novel. On another day we explore the endless charms of fairytale York and gLENTONEERS staying for seven days will also be treated to an excursion to the quintessential market towns of Helmsley and Pickering.

your excursions Whitby With its skyline dominated by the ruins of St Hilda’s Abbey and labyrinth of narrow alleyways, Whitby possesses olde worlde charm. Climb the one hundred and ninety steps from the old town and you’ll arrive at the churchyard of St Mary – the setting that inspired Bram Stoker to write his classic novel Dracula. Other delights include the Captain Cook Memorial Museum, located in the seventeenth century harbourside house where he served his apprenticeship. york A city celebrated for its exquisite architecture. The landmark minster is truly a masterpiece of stained glass windows and sculptured stone, an absolute must-see. helmsley & Pickering Our day starts in picture postcard Helmsley, the only market town within the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. Attractions include a delightful walled garden, the International Centre for Birds of Prey, art galleries and an ancient castle as well as its own brewery and unique stores. We continue to unspoilt Pickering, home to a museum of rural life, steam railway and the town’s Parish Church features medieval wall paintings (seven day holidays only).

CHOICE OF HOTELS IN SCARBOROUgH CUMbeRlAnD hotel

Located on Scarborough’s South Cliff less than a ten minute stroll from the beach and has a spacious bar with dance floor where entertainment in hosted most evenings. There is also a quiet residents’ lounge and a lovely dining room on the ground floor.

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5 DAYS onlY £249

7 DAYS onlY £439

Mon 9 Oct

Sun 9 Jul

Sun 20 Aug

RoYAl hotel

ClIFton hotel

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5 DAYS FRoM £239

5 DAYS FRoM £189

This grand period building overlooks the sandy South Bay just metres from the seafront. This Britannia hotel impressive facilities include a Regency-era atrium, comfortable public lounges, an indoor pool and a pleasant sun terrace from where you can enjoy sensational sea views.

Mon 17 Apr £249 V Mon 29 May £259 K Mon 17 Jul £279 K

Mon 21 Aug £289 K Mon 11 Sep £269 X Mon 16 Oct £239 K

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Holiday Code: GESCRN

Holiday Code: GESCUN

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

The Britannia Clifton Hotel boasts uninterrupted views over Scarborough’s North Bay and is close to both the resort centre and popular Peasholm Park. This basic hotel has a charming restaurant and offers a great value base just a two minute stroll from the sandy beach.

Mon 8 May £199 N Mon 12 Jun £219 R Mon 10 Jul £219 K

Mon 7 Aug £239 X Mon 18 Sep £209 K Mon 16 Oct £189 K

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Holiday Code: GESCCN

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Coach travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack 46

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SECRETS OF SHROPSHIRE & severn valley railway

100%

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent.

your excursions severn Valley railway & Worcester We board our nostalgic steam train at Bridgnorth for the one hour journey to Kidderminster. From here we make our way to ancient Worcester where the skyline is dominated by the tower of the cathedral and the spires of All Saints Church. ironbridge Gorge World heritage site & Blists hill Victorian town The World Heritage Site of Ironbridge Gorge is where the Industrial Revolution began and home to the first ever cast iron bridge. At fascinating Blists Hill you can dress up in a Victorian costume, buy old favourites at the sweet shop and explore period cottages.

This holiday of contrasts takes us to the heart of England for a series of enthralling excursions. First up is our evocative steam train journey aboard the Severn Valley Railway to Kidderminster followed by a visit to ancient Worcester. We step back in time when we head to the Ironbridge Gorge and see how life was lived over a century ago at Blists Hill Victorian Town. Other delights on this fascinating holiday include Shrewsbury, one of England’s most splendid heritage sites where landmarks include St Chad's Church and the Quantum Leap sculpture.

5 DAYS FRoM £279 Mon 1 May Mon 31 Jul

£279 £299

Mon 28 Aug £299 Holiday Code: GETEWN

Single room supplement £60

shrewsbury Birthplace of Charles Darwin, Shrewsbury is a splendid heritage site and home to over six hundred listed buildings. Impressive sights include St Chad’s Church with its distinctive round shape, an eleventh century abbey and a red sandstone castle that houses impressive collections of art and historic artefacts. Don’t miss the Quantum Leap sculpture next to the River Severn, created to honour Darwin, the town’s most famous son.

telFoRD WhItehoUSe hotel This modern four star hotel is located close to Telford town centre and features extensive leisure facilities and a welcoming bar.

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NEW FOR 2017

WYE vALLEY & forest of dean

your excursions forest of dean & monmouth We venture into spectacular Forest of Dean stopping at the village of Symonds Yat, a tourist hub straddling the River Wye and famed for its idyllic river scenery. Continuing on through this gorgeous region we come to the handsome border town of Monmouth, perched at the confluence of three rivers and featuring Tudor architecture and old coaching inns.

This scintillating sightseeing holiday delivers delightful historic cities, quirky towns and spectacular countryside. Based near the engaging market town of Ross-on-Wye, we spend time exploring the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean calling in at the quaint village of Symonds Yat and the impossibly elegant border settlement of Monmouth. On another day we visit the cathedral city of Hereford, enjoying its relaxed ambience then moving on to Hay-on-Wye, an eccentric little hamlet renowned for bookshops. Our final outing takes us to graceful Worcester, home to a contemporary art gallery and five-hundred-year-old Tudor dwelling.

5 DAYS FRoM £259 Mon 27 Mar £259 Mon 22 May £269

J J

Mon 24 Jul

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

£279

Holiday Code: GEROPN

hereford & hay-on-Wye We visit Hereford, an attractive town with riverbank walks and grand architecture including the splendid cathedral where you’ll find the Mappa Mundi – a famous medieval map of the world. We move on to the small market town of Hay-on-Wye where you might like to view the ancient castle or browse vintage curiosities at one of the quirky shops. Worcester A day in ancient Worcester where the skyline is dominated by the tower of the beautiful cathedral which houses royal tombs, medieval cloisters and an ancient crypt. Perhaps visit the thirteenth century Commandery or head to enchanting half-timbered Friar Street to browse the unique boutiques and explore the Tudor house.

PenYARD hoUSe hotel - RoSS-on-WYe This charming hotel stands in nine acres of tranquil grounds near Ross-on-Wye and has a tasteful conservatory lounge bar, manicured garden and pretty sun terrace. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

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WONDERFUL warwickshire

91%

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent value for money.

your excursions stamford & melton mowbray Enchanting Stamford is known as the finest stone town in England. Admire the well preserved timber framed historic buildings and medieval churches, delight in a walk along the banks of the River Welland or follow the Town Trail that takes you through Stamford’s passageways and market squares. We return via Melton Mowbray. stratford-upon-Avon Picturesque Stratford-upon-Avon features “Bard of Avon” attractions such as the dedicated Shakespeare houses and Anne Hathaway’s cottage. Perhaps take a cruise or stroll along the banks of the Avon.

Staying at Bosworth Hall, just a short stroll from the battleground of Richard III’s last stand. Be inspired in splendid Stamford which stands on the River Welland and is home to beautiful places of worship such as All Saints Church which is mentioned in the Domesday Book. We also visit elegant Royal Leamington Spa, a sophisticated town with fine architecture and colourful gardens and spend a day at Shakespeares Stratford-upon-Avon.

5 DAYS FRoM £239 Mon 12 Jun £239 Mon 17 Jul £249

Mon 14 Aug £249 Mon 11 Sep £249

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Holiday Code: GEBOHN

royal leamington spa Our treat today is the Regency town of Royal Leamington Spa where you’ll find tree-lined avenues, pleasant squares and the Royal Pump Rooms which house this elegant town’s museum and art gallery.

boSWoRth hAll – MARKet boSWoRth Resting in eleven acres of gardens just outside the village of Market Bosworth, this fine Britannia hotel boasts a range of leisure facilities including tennis, croquet and indoor pool.

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TRADITIONAL england

NEW FOR 2017 your excursions Worcester A day in ancient Worcester where the skyline is dominated by the tower of the beautiful cathedral that houses royal tombs, medieval cloisters and an ancient crypt. Perhaps visit the fascinating thirteenth century Commandery or head to enchanting half-timbered Friar Street to browse the unique boutiques and explore the Tudor house.

This holiday of contrasts takes us to the heart of England for a series of enthralling excursions. We venture out to Worcester, an ancient city hugging the banks of the River Severn with a skyline dominated by the tower of the cathedral and the spires of All Saints Church. We spend a day at the exhilarating Coventry Transport Museum, home to a collection of vehicles acknowledged as some of the finest in the world including the Thrust 2 and Thrust SSC – the two fastest cars on earth. See the type of cars your grandparents drove and get a glimpse of futuristic vehicles with interactive experiences. A visit to refined Market Harborough completes a varied itinerary.

5 DAYS FRoM £289 Mon 10 Apr Mon 29 May

£289 K £299 M

Mon 31 Jul Mon 28 Aug

£299 K £299 K

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Mon 23 Oct

£289 K

Coventry transport museum This interesting attraction houses a vast range of vehicles all set amidst themed exhibitions. Star attractions include Queen Mary’s Daimler, the Sky Blue Bus, Ted Simon’s Triumph Tiger 100 as well as Thrust 2 and Thrust SSC - the world’s fastest cars. market harborough A morning visit to Market Harborough, a distinctive town with heritage sites that bring the past to life. Browse the unique shops or stroll along the canal path and take time to view the beautiful timber framed Old Grammar School that dates from 1614.

ChACe hotel - CoVentRY

Standing in landscaped gardens, this Victorian hotel with modern extension is rich in original character with its attractive wood beam facade and inviting oak panelled lounge bar. The enchanting restaurant features stylish archways and

Holiday Code: GECOCS

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STRATFORD-UPON-AvON, Blenheim Palace & the cotswolds

95%

of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

your excursions

This fascinating holiday showcases fine scenery and some of our most beloved historical treasures. Enjoy a day in Shakespeare-land where you could perhaps explore the five dedicated houses dotted around the picturesque market town of Stratford-upon-Avon, visit the Royal Shakespeare Theatre or take a cruise on the river. Look forward to spending a day at stately Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Winston Churchill. Set within two thousand acres of parkland and formal gardens, it is the perfect place for a great day out in exquisite surroundings. Then discover the beauty of the Cotswolds including Broadway, a chocolate box village often referred to as the “Jewel of the Cotswolds”.

5 DAYS FRoM £339 Mon 3 Apr Mon 22 May

£339 M £349 K

Mon 10 Jul Mon 18 Sep

£359 K £349 M

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Mon 16 Oct

£339 K

Holiday Code: GEEVSS

stratford-upon-Avon Admire the half-timbered Tudor architecture, take a river cruise, stroll along the banks of the Avon or perhaps visit the Shakespeare related attractions like the Royal Shakespeare and Swan Theatres, the Holy Trinity Church where the playwright was buried and Anne Hathaway’s cottage. Blenheim Palace The Winston Churchill Exhibition displays personal letters, paintings and mementos from the life of the great man. Outside, the grounds feature the Butterfly House, the Lavender Garden, a giant maze and the Blenheim Bygones exhibition. Villages of the Cotswolds We discover the picture postcard villages of the Cotswolds including Stow-on-the-Wold with its vast market square, fifteenth century penal stocks and charming promenade of shops and cottages. Nicknamed the “Little Venice of the Cotswolds”, Bourton-on-the-Water straddles the River Windrush with a procession of ornate bridges and stone embankments while beautiful Broadway is the Cotswolds best kept secret.

SAlFoRD hAll – eVeShAM

Standing in its own grounds, this Grade I listed Tudor manor features an impressive approach via a winding driveway along with an abundance of charm and elegance with inglenook fireplaces and oak beamed ceilings. Please note there are some unavoidable stairs in this Tudor manor. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

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SHAkESPEARE COUNTRY & stratford-uPon-avon

92%

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent value for money.

your excursions

stratford-upon-Avon Canal & river Cruise Experience the beating heart of beautiful Stratford-upon-Avon on a relaxing cruise sailing you through the historic canal lock and into the sparkling River Avon. Enjoy light-hearted commentary, narrated by Shakespearian actors telling you all about this picturesque market town’s heritage and wildlife as well as some titbits about the Bard. Cheltenham We spend a day in Cheltenham, the cultural centre of the Cotswolds and an elegant Regency spa town. Wander around this floral town with its smart townhouses featuring intricate ironwork balconies and painted facades. Perhaps view the exhibitions at The Wilson – formerly known as Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum.

This sightseeing holiday showcases fine scenery with picturesque towns, leafy countryside, dazzling rivers and storybook villages. Discover the stunning elegance and half timbered Tudor architecture of Stratfordupon-Avon from the vantage point of a river cruiser then explore the breathtaking timelessness of the Cotswolds when we visit chocolate box Stow-on-the-Wold and impossibly pretty Bourton-on-the-Water. A day in Cheltenham with its Regency townhouses and ornate terraces is icing on the cake.

5 DAYS FRoM £219 Mon 24 Apr £219 Mon 22 May £229 Mon 26 Jun £239

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Mon 24 Jul £239 M Mon 14 Aug £259 Mon 18 Sep £239 K

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Mon 23 Oct £229

Holiday Code: GEKERN

Villages of the Cotswolds We discover the picture postcard villages of the Cotswolds including Stow-on-the-Wold with its vast market square, fifteenth century penal stocks and charming promenade of shops and cottages. Nicknamed the “Little Venice of the Cotswolds”, Bourton-on-the-Water straddles the River Windrush with a procession of ornate bridges and stone embankments.

RoYAl CoURt hotel – KeReSleY Standing in acres of landscaped parkland boasting gorgeous views, this former manor house now owned by Britannia has a cosy bar, extensive leisure facilities and a beauty salon. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

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gORgEOUS gloucestershire

NEW FOR 2017 your excursions Gloucester docks & Cheltenham Visit the Waterways Museum or the Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum, take a cruise on the canal or simply enjoy the views from Gloucester Docks. We continue to Cheltenham, the cultural centre of the Cotswolds and an elegant Regency spa town. Perhaps view the exhibitions at The Wilson – formerly known as Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum, it houses fine art as well as collections with themes such as archaeology, natural history and costumes.

This refined holiday features an engaging blend of Regency towns, medieval settlements, thatched roof villages and a storybook castle – all whilst staying at a gorgeous Georgian country house. We visit the classy town of Cheltenham, a delight to explore with its leafy terraces lined with graceful townhouses featuring intricate balconies and prettily painted facades. Enchanting Tewkesbury is a perfectly preserved riverside town where time has stood still since the Middle Ages. Extra special treats include our excursion to Hereford Cathedral, home to the famous medieval map of the world, Mappa Mundi and our exclusive tour of majestic Sudeley Castle. We also visit historic Gloucester Docks - an all-embracing example of a Victorian Port where you’ll find museums, canal cruises and striking views.

5 DAYS FRoM £389 Mon 3 Apr Mon 26 Jun

£389 £399

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Mon 17 Jul Mon 11 Sep

Single room supplement £100

£399 £399

Holiday Code: GEGLBS

hereford & tewkesbury Our day begins with a trip to Hereford Cathedral followed by free time to wander around this attractive town with its pretty riverbank walks and grand architecture. The ancient settlement of Tewkesbury is a delight to behold with its medieval townscape of half timbered buildings. sudeley Castle & Cotswolds An extra special treat as we enjoy an exclusive tour of Sudeley Castle including the family’s private rooms which house many masterpieces and fascinating exhibits. Returning via the Cotswolds, we call in at picture postcard Bourton-on-the-Water.

MeRCURe boWDen hAll hotel GloUCeSteR

An elegant country house nestling in twelve acres of glorious grounds, Bowden Hall Hotel boasts wonderful views, a pleasant sun terrace, stylish lounge and a traditional bar. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

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CREAM OF the cotswolds

86%

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent value for money.

your excursions Cotswolds Look forward to visiting Broadway, Stow-on-the-Wold and Bourton-on-theWater, some of the most photogenic villages in Britain. Oxford Uncover the charms of this enchanting and historic city in the company of a local guide. Landmarks include the university colleges, the Bridge of Sighs and Oxford Castle. Afterwards, continue exploring at your own pace. Visit the museum that tells the story of Oxford and its people, take a cruise on the tranquil Thames, trace the steps of Inspector Morse and Harry Potter or explore the city’s Botanic Gardens.

This delightfully diverse tour presents an enchanting blend of lush countryside and picture postcard villages along with an historic city and a picturesque market town. Rolling limestone hills and quaint sandstone cottages intermingle to make the Cotswolds an area of outstanding beauty. Vibrant Oxford is Britain’s oldest university city and world famous for its history, heritage and culture along with stunning architecture and an alluring buzz. Picture book Stratford-upon-Avon is best known for its Shakespeare related attractions, riverside walks and half-timbered Tudor dwellings.

5 DAYS FRoM £339 Sun 28 May Mon 19 Jun Mon 17 Jul

£339 £369 £359

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Mon 28 Aug Mon 18 Sep Mon 16 Oct

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

£359 £369 £339

stratford-upon-Avon We head to blissful Stratford-upon-Avon where we include entry to both Shakespeare House and Anne Hathaway’s Cottage. Walk in the bard’s footsteps in the home where he was born and raised then view the 500-yearold country dwelling where he courted his bride-to-be with its original furniture and idyllic setting.

holt hotel - SteePle ASton

Nestling on the edge of the Cotswolds in rural Oxfordshire, this traditional coaching inn features oak beamed ceilings. Enjoy your favourite tipple in the Highwayman’s Lounge Bar.

Holiday Code: GEOXHS

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CAMBRIDgE & ely cathedral

92%

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent value for money.

your excursions ely Cathedral & City Dating from the eleventh century, the magnificent Ely Cathedral dominates the landscape for miles with its unique Octagon and West Towers. Don’t miss the beautiful exhibits in the cathedral’s stained glass museum. Afterwards, there will be free time to explore elegant Ely. Perhaps get an insight into seventeenth century life at the house where Cromwell lived for over a decade, learn the city’s history from prehistoric times at the museum or just relax by the River Great Ouse. Cambridge Be inspired in Cambridge with must see attractions such as King’s College Chapel, the Neo-Gothic Bridge of Sighs, nineteenth century All Saints Church and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre – one of only four round churches in England.

This refined holiday is based in the thirteenth century market town of Huntingdon, birthplace of Oliver Cromwell and custodian of the world’s only museum dedicated to the life and legacy of this enigmatic man. Huntingdon’s other attractions include a riverside park where you might care to take a boat trip or perhaps view the well-preserved medieval bridge. Out and about we visit Ely, home to an exquisite cathedral, fascinating museums and a picturesque waterfront. We spend a day in the university city of Cambridge and explore the Suffolk market town of Bury St Edmonds.

5 DAYS onlY £339 Thu 15 Jun

Fri 28 Jul

Single room supplement £80

Holiday Code: GECAMN

Bury st edmonds A delightful town with heritage attractions such as a Gothic-Revival cathedral and the sixteenth century abbey with its internationally acclaimed gardens. There is also a splendid selection of traditional tearooms to tempt you.

MARRIott hotel - hUntInGDon This luxurious four star hotel features spacious and comfortable public areas with contemporary styling, a pretty garden, pleasant terrace and superb leisure facilities. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Coach travel throughout • Door to Door* service • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack

iCOniC lOndOn & royal windsor

NEW FOR 2017 your excursions

Cosmopolitan London brings to mind iconic images such as Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey, St Paul’s Cathedral and so many more. Discover these landmarks at your own pace on your free day in London. Perhaps visit Madame Tussauds, take a sightseeing cruise along the Thames or make use of the hop on, hop off tour buses. A treat for gLENTONEERS travelling on our August date will be our day at Buckingham Palace & Gardens where we view the State Rooms and grounds. Guests on all other dates will enjoy a ride to Coca Cola London Eye.

5 DAYS FRoM £299 Thu 27 Apr Thu 4 May Thu 8 Jun

£299 £319 £319

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Single room supplement £80

Thu 6 Jul Thu 3 Aug Thu 14 Sep

£319 J £319 J £319 J Holiday Code: GEREHN

Coca Cola london eye Take in panoramic views of London aboard the Coca Cola London Eye! Standing at a height of 135 metres, it is the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel. One of the capital’s top attractions, this towering feat of design and engineering nestles on the River Thames opposite Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. After your sightseeing ride, why not head to the 4D Experience and see London come to life through special sensory effects (excludes August departures). Buckingham Palace & Gardens See the glorious State Rooms where the Queen receives visiting dignitaries. Look out for fine furniture and exquisite sculptures as well as paintings by Van Dyck and Canaletto. The stunning gardens boast wild flowers, trees and a three-acre lake. (August departure only). historic Windsor Windsor’s main attraction is the breathtaking castle which is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. Perhaps catch the Hop on, Hop off bus that passes the castle and Eton College on its circuit london Full day to explore London’s attractions at your own pace.

holIDAY Inn ReADInG SoUth This well-appointed contemporary hotel features spacious and comfortable public lounges, a pretty garden, furnished terrace and excellent leisure facilities.

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86%

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent.

sKeGness & historic lincoln Lively Skegness boasts golden sands, fragrant gardens and top notch cabaret at the Embassy Theatre. Great attractions include seafront entertainment such as crazy golf and Skegness Pier with its amusements and ice cream parlours. The resort’s award winning Natureland Seal Sanctuary is best known for rescuing injured seals from local beaches but is also where you can watch the hilarious antics of penguins and view colourful tropical fish. Perhaps head to Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve, home to a variety of birds with its stretch of unspoilt dunes, salt marshes and lagoons as well as an interesting visitor centre. Maybe you’d like to visit Bateman’s Brewery and take in a tour then a pint in the beer garden. For a change of scenery, we spend a day in historic Lincoln, home to a breathtaking cathedral which is regarded as one of the finest gothic buildings in Europe. We also visit the market town of Alford and quaint Mablethorpe.

your excursions lincoln With its quaint cobbled streets, contemporary university, glorious cathedral, ancient castle and quirky shops, Lincoln promises a medley of ancient and modern. Tread the medieval cobbles of Castle Square or head down the Steep Hill to discover such historic gems as The Jew’s House and High Bridge along with cosy tearooms and convivial pubs. Perhaps you’ll visit The Collection, a stunning museum with an abundance of art and artefacts that date back as far as the Bronze Age. Alford & mablethorpe We make our way to the historic market town of Alford, located at the foot of the Lincolnshire Wolds and best known for its seventeenth century Manor House. After time to look around, we continue to the pretty seaside resort of Mablethorpe with its soft, sandy beach and Queen’s Park where you’ll find a boating lake and miniature railway.

SAVoY hotel

Commanding a superb location on the Central Promenade, the contemporary Savoy Hotel features stylish bedrooms furnished to a high standard, a spacious ballroom and a pleasant terrace. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

94%

Food:

94%

Comfort & cleanliness: 94% Entertainment:

64%

5 DAYS FRoM £319 Mon 24 Apr Mon 5 Jun

£319 £339

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Mon 10 Jul Mon 4 Sep

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

£349 J £349 J Holiday Code: GESKSS

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CoUntY hotel

Occupying a great seafront location, this art deco hotel is an easy stroll to shops and attractions. Ross and his team always ensure a warm welcome. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

83%

Food:

68%

Comfort & cleanliness: 80% Entertainment:

58%

5 DAYS FRoM £259 Mon 18 Sep

£279

Mon 23 Oct

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

£259 Holiday Code: GESKCN

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NEW FOR 2017

ROMANTIC CASTLES & glorious gardens

your excursions lincoln This splendid city has attractions such as the beautiful cathedral, ancient castle, interesting museums, The Jew’s House and High Bridge as well as cosy tearooms and quirky shops.

This delightfully themed holiday features a day in the cathedral city of Lincoln followed by a brace of romantic castles cocooned by glorious gardens. Belvoir Castle is a stunning ancestral pile and home to the Duke & Duchess of Rutland. It is one of the most beautiful Regency houses in England and stands proudly in breathtaking formal gardens featuring the Lost Landscape of Capability Brown. Grimsthorpe Castle and Gardens rest within a 3000 acre park of rolling pastures, lakes and woodland, also designed by Capability Brown. The castle is a magnificent stately home still lived in by descendants of the family who settled there during the reign of King Henry VIII.

5 DAYS FRoM £269 Mon 10 Apr £269 Mon 1 May £289 Mon 26 Jun £289

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Single room supplement £60

Mon 3 Jul £289 Mon 28 Aug £289 Mon 25 Sep £289

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Mon 16 Oct £269

Holiday Code: GEGRUN

Belvoir Castle & Gardens A special treat as we take in a guided tour of gothic revival Belvoir Castle, a Grade I listed stately home with fairytale turrets and towers. The interior features paintings, objects d’art and fine furnishings. Outside the formal gardens have evolved over the centuries and feature varying themes. A highlight is undoubtedly the garden created from plans drawn up by Capability Brown in 1780. Grimsthorpe Castle & Gardens Enjoy a tour of the castle which, strictly speaking, is a huge historic house that was fortified; indeed, it retains the original defensive tower dating from the twelfth century. Your expert guide will bring the story of the castle to life as you are shown the State Rooms with their outstanding collection of paintings, tapestries, ceramics and fine furnishings. Outside, the manicured grounds feature seasonal flowers, fruit laden trees, picture perfect topiary and a kitchen garden.

URbAn hotel – GRAnthAM

This stylish four star hotel is located on the edge of the twelfth century market town of Grantham and has a chic bar that extends out to a terraced patio, a pretty garden and superb leisure facilities. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Coach travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack

NOTTINgHAM CASTLE & lincoln

83%

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent value for money.

your excursions sherwood forest & nottingham Castle We head first to Rufford Abbey Country Park - the grounds of a former twelth century monastery and part of legendary Sherwood Forest. We continue to Nottingham Castle, the historic site at the heart of the Robin Hood legend and the starting point for the English Civil War. Visit the museum that tells the story of Nottingham, explore the passageways and tunnels and discover the medieval playground. Boston We visit medieval Boston on market day where you can barter with the friendly traders.

We uncover the legend of Robin Hood with our visits to the Rufford Abbey Country Park section of Sherwood Forest before heading to notorious Nottingham Castle. Commanding spectacular views over the city, this fortress bears testament to a history chequered with sieges and intrigue. Out and about we head to the ancient seaport of Boston on market day and spend a day in historic Lincoln where the many treasures include the magnificent cathedral, one of the finest gothic buildings in Europe.

5 DAYS FRoM £199 Mon 3 Apr £199 Mon 15 May £219 Mon 26 Jun £229

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Mon 10 Jul £249 Mon 14 Aug £229 Mon 11 Sep £229

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Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Mon 9 Oct

£209

Holiday Code: GENOBN

lincoln As you approach Lincoln, you are immediately drawn to the imposing silhouette of the cathedral with its impressive Romanesque front. In the oldest part of the city, the castle was built over the original Roman town.

bRItAnnIA hotel – nottInGhAM

Situated in the city centre close to Nottingham Castle and the Victoria Shopping Centre, enjoy a drink along with panoramic views in the hotel’s Bar Rogue. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

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NEW FOR 2017

sumPtuOus sAndrinGhAm,

medieval norwich & the norfolk Broads This delightfully indulgent holiday treats us to an exclusive tour of a superlative Royal retreat, a cruise on Britain’s largest protected wetland and a visit to an engrossing medieval city - all whilst staying at an outstanding country house hotel. First up, our exclusive tour of Sandringham allows us a peek behind the scenes of Royal life as we view the magnificent house, museum and gardens. Later, we pop in to the Georgian town of Holt, a photogenic haven for artists and photographers. Next day, our peaceful sail on the Norfolk Broads spoils us with beautiful scenery and an abundance of wildlife. For our final day out, we discover the gems of the cathedral city of Norwich and end the day with a tour and taste of English malt at St George’s Distillery – home of the English Whisky Company.

your excursions sandringham house & holt Standing proudly in acres of glorious grounds, Sandringham House has been the country retreat for four generations of British monarchs. We include a private tour exploring the main ground floor rooms of this nineteenth century house where the decor and contents are much as they were in Edwardian times. Outside, the museum houses vintage Royal vehicles along with arts and crafts while the sumptuous gardens are a delight to explore. There is also a superb visitor centre housing a gift shop and café. After we’ve had our fill of finery, we stop by the divine little haven of Holt. Wroxham & norfolk Broads Cruise We wind our way through the countryside to the riverside town of Wroxham where you’ll have some free time for a wander before we board the Vintage Broadsman boat for a peaceful cruise on this magical network of waterways. norwich & st George’s distillery Norwich is a compact, easy to explore city with an enchanting jumble of medieval alleyways flanked by a collection of churches, shops and cafés. Along cobbled Elm Hill you’ll find eye-catching half-timbered Tudor dwellings, inviting antique shops and tearooms. Perhaps visit Plantation Garden and don’t miss the captivating cathedral. We conclude our day at St Georges Distillery with a tour and whisky tasting.

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DUNSTON HALL HOTEL – NORWICH This four star country house hotel delightfully blends Elizabethan and Victorian styles and rests in acres of lush parkland five miles from the centre of Norwich. The elegant Terrace Bar affords views over the gardens while the contemporary spa adds a splash of modern day luxury.

5 DAYS onlY £389 Mon 1 May

£389

Single room supplement £88

Mon 10 Jul

£399

Sun 24 Sep

£399

Holiday Code: GENODN

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Coach travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack

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NEW FOR 2017

lAnCAshire leGends This holiday packs a variety of sightseeing into five fun-filled days! We stay in the heart of Wigan, a town that will surprise you with its great range of attractions such as Haigh Hall & Country Park where you’ll find an early nineteenth century ancestral home, crazy golf, café and gift shop. The Museum of Wigan Life tells the town’s story from its Roman roots, through receiving a charter from Henry III in 1246, to its First World War memorabilia. Perhaps take a trip on the historic Leeds – Liverpool Canal, Britain’s longest canal or simply stroll along the paths that flank these waterways. Train enthusiasts will be thrilled by our scenic trip aboard the famous Settle – Carlisle Railway, then history buffs will be riveted by our guided tour of the fascinating Fred Dibnah Heritage Centre. We round off our tour with a day dipping our toes in the sand at sunny Southport.

your excursions settle – Carlisle railway & Carlisle Skirting the legendary Pendle Hills, we snake our way to tiny Settle where we board our train for a scenic trip on the famous Carlisle–Settle train journey, rumbling through the Yorkshire Dales and over the Ribblehead Viaduct before plunging into a long tunnel at Blea Moor. En route we pass quaint stops such as Armathwaite, where the stationhouse is a private home and Dent, England’s highest mainline station. Arriving at Carlisle, you’ll have some free time to take in the sights before our return coach journey. Perhaps visit the 900-year-old castle housing the turret where Mary, Queen of Scots was held prisoner.

fred dibnah heritage Centre & Bolton Look forward to a guided tour of the grounds, workshop and machinery at the Fred Dibnah Heritage Centre. The late TV presenter was best known for his steeplejack work on chimneys and restoring steam engines as well as for his philosophical outlook on life. Afterwards, you’ll have free time in Bolton, home to stunning architecture including one of the finest town halls in Britain. Perhaps visit Bolton Museum, renowned for its Egyptology Gallery housing a 3000-year-old mummy!

southport Southport’s attractions include a Grade II listed pier complete with tramcar and a seafront marine lake where you can sail on the Southport Belle – a Mississippi style paddle steamer. The resort’s promenade is home to the Waterfront Arts Project and King’s Gardens whilst the British Lawnmower Museum promises a unique experience. Away from the waterfront Southport’s Botanic Gardens simply burst with floral displays and offer a plethora of pathways to explore. For retail therapy, inspiring Lord Street is the epitome of elegant shopping in classy Victorian surroundings.

MERCURE WIgAN OAk HOTEL This modern hotel is ideally located right in the heart of Wigan and has spacious and comfortable guest lounges. There is an inviting garden and a furnished sun terrace for you to enjoy.

5 DAYS onlY £299 Mon 19 Jun Mon 21 Aug

Mon 25 Sep Mon 16 Oct

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

M Holiday Code: GEWIMN

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91%

of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

timeless eAstBOurne Sheltered by Beachy Head, sunny Eastbourne is home to the famous Carpet Gardens and boasts award-winning beaches, a traditional bandstand and fine architecture. Wander along the level promenade or hop aboard the seafront train for a fun way to see the sights. Make your way to Eastbourne Pier where you can step back in time and enjoy afternoon tea in the refined setting of the Victorian Tearooms. Perhaps head to Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park and hop aboard a miniature locomotive for a trip through the picturesque grounds. After your circuit, why not enjoy a stroll around the five acre lake spotting nature in its natural habitat then have a cuppa in the prize winning gardens. Elsewhere in this popular resort you’ll find the remarkable Redoubt Fortress, a circular fort built during the Napoleonic wars. It was also used during both First and Second World Wars and houses inspiring exhibitions of military campaigns. Opt for our leisurely pace holiday and you will enjoy a restful dinner, bed and breakfast stop en route to Eastbourne.

CHOICE OF HOTELS IN EASTBOURNE IMPERIAL HOTEL AT A LEISURELY PACE

your excursions lewes & Brighton The historic market town of Lewes is flanked by the chalky South Downs, dominated by an imposing Norman castle and has an abundance of antique shops. Visit Brighton’s museums and art galleries, explore the landmark pier or wander the narrow passageways crammed with exotic shops and cafés. rye & Bexhill-on-sea Tiny Rye is located at the confluence of the rivers Rother, Tillingham and Brede and its harbour area is a nature reserve and a magnet for birds. Perhaps visit the town’s thirteenth century castle known as Ypres Tower and where you’ll find a medieval garden and an interesting museum. Maybe head to the National Trust’s Lamb House, the onetime home of literary great, Henry James or just wander around the beautifully preserved dwellings dating from the Middle Ages. Later we call in at Bexhill-on-Sea, a seaside resort with beachfront cafés, a gently sloping beach and a wide promenade the perfect place to laze on a sunny afternoon. Worthing & shoreham-by-sea The largest town in West Sussex, Worthing boasts five miles of palm-lined promenade and an award winning beach. Perhaps learn all about the local history at the resort’s Museum & Art Gallery where you’ll find impressive costume and toy collections as well as a peaceful sculpture garden. Alternatively, Brooklands Park features a boating lake and miniature railway. Shoreham-by-Sea is a desirable Victorian town bordered by the South Downs National Park and home to old fishermen’s cottages, beautiful churches, an active harbour and a pretty shingle beach (seven and eight day holidays only).

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This splendid Victorian hotel is located on a delightful tree-lined boulevard less than five minutes walk from the town centre and seafront. There is a comfortable lounge area and guests can look forward to home cooked dinners and regular entertainment. See opposite page for Glenton customer hotel ratings.

6 DAYS onlY £299 Sun 16 Apr

Sun 8 Oct

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Holiday Code: GEEAIN

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Coach travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Welcome pack

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NEW WILMINgTON HOTEL

IMPERIAL HOTEL

gLENTON FAvOURITE

Enjoying an excellent location just a couple of minutes stroll from the seafront, theatres and the Towner Museum, this elegant Victorian hotel is tastefully furnished and has a private residents’ lounge. TripAdvisor has awarded this hotel its Certificate of Excellence for three consecutive years thanks to its commitment to great service. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

92%

Food:

95%

Comfort & cleanliness: 97% Entertainment:

75%

5 DAYS FRoM £299 Sun 9 Apr

£299

Single room supplement £30

Thu 5 Oct

£319

6 DAYS onlY £389

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

97%

Food:

87%

Comfort & cleanliness: 95% Entertainment:

Sat 27 May

69%

Single room supplement £40

7 DAYS onlY £469 Sun 2 Jul

Single room supplement £50

8 DAYS FRoM £489 Sat 26 Aug

J Holiday Code: GEEAWS

Sat 17 Jun

£489

Sat 22 Jul

£499

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Sat 26 Aug £499 J Holiday Code: GEEAIN

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of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

BeAutiful BOurnemOuth Vibrant, cosmopolitan Bournemouth has everything you could possibly want in a beach break all wrapped up in one beautiful resort. Hop aboard the little land train and pick your perfect spot on a golden beach that stretches for seven miles beneath a magnificent cliff-line, sprinkled with colourful deckchairs and fluttering parasols. Pleasure piers provide traditional seaside fun and garden lovers are spoiled for choice with two thousand acres of parks such as the Alum Chine with its award winning displays of tropical flowers by the sea. Visit Russell-Cotes Art Gallery, housed in a Grade I listed building and presenting fascinating themed displays or hop on the local bus to the Aviation Museum where you’ll find exhibits of historic aircraft. Add on exquisite architecture like the Gothic-Revival St Peter’s Church along with traffic free shopping and you’ll find that Bournemouth is so much more than just a seaside resort. Opt for our leisurely pace holiday and you’ll enjoy a restful dinner, bed and breakfast stop en route to Bournemouth.

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CHOICE OF HOTELS IN BOURNEMOUTH heAthlAnDS hotel At A leISURelY PACe

Christchurch, lyndhurst & the new forest Located on the shores of its own natural harbour, traditional Christchurch is renowned for its eleventh century priory. We continue to Lyndhurst, an historic town at the heart of the New Forest where you’ll find antique shops, tearooms and ancient buildings. We then journey through the New Forest with its lush scenery, famous ponies and elusive deer. Weymouth & dorchester Weymouth boasts a World Heritage Jurassic coastline and harbour, lined with al fresco cafés. The market town of Dorchester was the inspiration for fictional “Casterbridge” in Thomas Hardy’s novels and is home to a statue of the great author. Poole & monkey World Perhaps take a short trip around Poole Quay, visit Poole Pottery on the harbourside or just relax in a waterfront café. We continue to famous Monkey World, home to rescued primates from around the world and where you’ll find lively chimpanzees, orangutans, monkeys and gibbons all vying for your attention as well as a café and gift shop (seven day holidays only).

NEW HOTEL FOR 2017 The Britannia Heathlands Hotel is located on Bournemouth’s East Cliff and offers fantastic value close to the centre of the resort. There is a pleasant restaurant and lively lounge bar as well as a garden and spacious terrace. Both the beach and pier are within easy strolling distance.

7 DAYS FRoM £389 Sun 28 May

£389

Sun 25 Jun

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£399

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SUnClIFF hotel

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NEW HOTEL FOR 2017

The Suncliff Hotel is perched on Bournemouth’s East Cliff overlooking the sea and is an easy walk from the beach, award winning gardens and the resort centre. This hotel is part of the Oceana Hotels Resort so guests are welcome to use the facilities at the two neighbouring sister hotels including solar-heated pools and Costa Coffee shop.

As the first hotel built in Bournemouth, the Britannia Royal Bath naturally seized the best seafront position yet just metres from the shops and gardens of the resort. Set in landscaped gardens, this grand property boasts modern amenities and Victorian splendour.

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

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72%

Comfort & cleanliness: 84%

5 DAYS onlY £319 Mon 10 Apr

Mon 16 Oct

5 DAYS FRoM £269

Mon 10 Apr

6 DAYS onlY £419

Sun 14 May

7 DAYS FRoM £469

Sun 4 Jun

£499

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Mon 15 May £289

Mon 2 Oct

£269

7 DAYS FRoM £399 Sun 30 Jul

£539

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Sun 8 Oct

£469

Holiday Code: GEBOSS

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Sun 4 Jun Sat 15 Jul

£419 £429

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of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

88%

tOrquAy & the english riviera The sparkling jewel of the English Riviera, Torquay exudes a continental feel with luxury yachts bobbing in the harbour, golden beaches, swaying palm trees, elegant street facades and exotic gardens. Be sure to see Kents Cavern, a spectacular cave network that you’ll find just a short walk from Meadfoot Beach. Elsewhere, you might like to explore award-winning Babbacombe Model Village where you’ll find miniature houses and people displayed with more than a touch of humour and a soupçon of history. Speaking of times past, Torre Abbey Historic House & Gardens is a lovingly preserved medieval monastery with a fine gatehouse and abbot’s tower set in glorious grounds and are well worth a visit. Enjoy an al fresco cuppa at the Quayside or perhaps stroll along popular Princess Pier promenade where Agatha Christie roller-skated in her youth. Don’t miss Torquay Museum with its exhibition dedicated to the aforementioned Queen of Crime! Guests staying at the Richmond Hotel on our leisurely pace holiday will enjoy a dinner, bed and breakfast stop in the heart of England on the outward journey

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your excursions Buckfast Abbey & totnes Buckfast Abbey is a splendid Benedictine Monastery where you can explore the impressive Abbey and themed gardens, browse the gift shop and have a bite to eat in the restaurant. We continue to Totnes where attractions include the Elizabethan House Museum contained within an authentic merchant’s house and featuring a room dedicated to the life of the inventor, Charles Babbage. exeter We head to historic Exeter where you might like to follow the City Wall trail, explore the thousand-year-old castle or visit Northenhay Gardens. This fine city also boasts the attractive Quayside area and offers a selection of independent shops as well as trendy and traditional cafés. Brixham & Paignton Bustling Brixham is home to a life size replica of Sir Francis Drake’s Golden Hind and an expansive breakwater that’s just perfect for a pleasant stroll. Paignton has a busy harbour and a colourful pleasure pier (seven and eight day holidays only).

RIChMonD hotel At A leISURelY PACe

Standing in sheltered gardens with a private path to the seafront, this good value hotel has a spacious entertainment room with dance floor, a games room and a sun terrace with sea views.

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

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67%

Comfort & cleanliness: 78% Entertainment:

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8 DAYS FRoM £399 Sat 20 May

£399

Sat 24 Jun

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£449

Holiday Code: GETORN

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MARQUIS hotel

VICtoRIA hotel

This exceptional hotel is a fun-filled resort by itself. You’ll find indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a relaxing spa, gym, table tennis, ten pin bowling and snooker tables as well as a varied programme of daytime activities and evening entertainment. The fine restaurant features an elegant glass domed roof, the Windsor Bar has a south facing terrace and there is a charming conservatory. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

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Built in the eighteenth century as a summer residence for the 3rd Marquis of Bute, this elegant hotel retains many original features, has a nice garden and commands lovely sea views.

Mon 10 Jul

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Mon 11 Sep

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7 DAYS onlY £419 Sun 13 Aug

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of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

95%

ClAssiC COrnWAll COAst This blissful Cornish holiday is based in Newquay, the pride of the breathtaking Atlantic coast with its crashing surf and picturesque old harbour. Relax on Fistral beach, ride the Lappa Valley miniature gauge steam train, be amazed at the Blue Reef Aquarium watching sharks and octopuses from its underwater tunnel or explore Trenance Leisure Park where you’ll find crazy golf, a mini railway and pitch and putt. Perhaps you’d like to head out to the National Trust’s Trerice House, a romantic Elizabethan manor with fine interiors, delightful formal gardens and an enchanting tearoom. We explore the Cornish coastline discovering the enchantingly picturesque fishing ports of Looe, Polperro and Padstow as well as St Ives and Penzance.

your excursions looe & Polperro We head to the tiny coastal haven of Looe where you’ll find a bustling fishing harbour and a sandy beach. From here we continue to the olde worlde charm of Polperro, a delightful, unspoiled little village, beloved by artists and a former smuggler’s haunt. Padstow & Polzeath We travel to Doc Martin country, with the day being split between the quaint fishing villages of Padstow, famous for Rick Stein’s fish restaurant and the pretty small village of Polzeath. A favourite haunt of the late poet, Sir John Betjeman. st ives & Penzance A visit to the quintessential English fishing village of St Ives. Perhaps sit and watch the world go by at the harbour or meander the narrow streets. Next we visit Penzance, England’s most southerly point.

CHOICE OF HOTELS IN NEWqUAY ClIFFDene hotel

The Cliffdene Hotel boasts a prime position with views over Tolcarne Beach just minutes from the golden sands and close to the town centre. It has a lounge bar as well as a TV and games room. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

82%

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72%

Comfort & cleanliness: 80% Entertainment:

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8 DAYS FRoM £449 Sun 7 May

£449

Sun 24 Sep

£499

Sun 1 Oct

£449

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Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

elIot hotel

This centrally located hotel features a grand facade, three lounges, cocktail bar and leisure facilities including a games room with snooker and table tennis. The beach is a short stroll away and entertainment is hosted most evenings. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

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7 DAYS FRoM £399 Sun 11 Jun Sun 30 Jul

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Sun 3 Sep

£399

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NEWqUAY & THE EDEN PROjECT

NEW FOR 2017 your excursions eden Project Step inside the fifty metre tall Biome – the world’s biggest conservatory covering an area the size of thirty football pitches – and trek through the steamy rainforests and waterfalls in the largest jungle in captivity. See cutting-edge architecture, beautiful garden displays, world class art and stroll along a canopy walkway that takes you above the treetops. Unforgettable!

Pride of the Atlantic coast, Newquay boasts some of the finest beaches in Europe. The picturesque old harbour is a joy to explore and Trenance Leisure Park offers endless holiday fun. Drop in on one of the atmospheric smugglers’ pubs for a colourful reminder of Cornwall’s shady past! A special treat is our day out at the magnificent Eden Project where you can wander around a steamy rainforest amongst exotic butterflies and replica native campsites inside the biggest conservatory in the world.

5 DAYS FRoM £329 Sun 4 Jun Tue 18 Jul

£369 £399

Wed 20 Sep £379 Sat 21 Oct £329

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st ives & land’s end St Ives was rated the fourth best beach resort in the UK. Perhaps visit the Leach Pottery, the Barbara Hepworth Sculpture Museum or explore the harbour before we continue to lovely Land’s End.

bARRoWFIelD hotel - neWQUAY

The Barrowfield Hotel has been awarded TripAdvisor Certificates of Excellence and commands a superb location just a ten minute stroll from the heart of Newquay and only 200 yards from Tolcarne Beach. There is a sunny terrace, coffee shop and a ballroom where live entertainment is hosted most evenings. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

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NEW FOR 2017 your excursions Poole harbour Cruise & Wimborne Cameras on standby as we relax on a sightseeing cruise around stunning Poole harbour stopping at historic Brownsea – an island owned by the National Trust and home to an abundance of wildlife. Later we continue to the beautiful and historic market town of Wimborne. Perhaps view the grand minster or visit the fascinating Priest House Museum that displays artefacts and costumes telling the story of East Dorset.

This tiny little sand dune on the Dorset coast is a millionaire’s playground and boasts the fourth most expensive property on the planet! A stunning mile round peninsula, it is home to the UK’s best beach with fine sand and clean, shallow water. The epitome of stylish resorts, Sandbanks charming promenade features ice-cream kiosks, cafés, crazy-golf and you can ride along the delightful esplanade on the land train. Sightseeing includes an idyllic cruise around gorgeous Poole harbour and a visit to Thomas Hardy’s Dorchester.

dorchester & Weymouth The picturesque market town of Dorchester was the inspiration for fictional “Casterbridge” in Thomas Hardy’s novels and is home to a statue of the esteemed author. We continue to Weymouth with its charming harbour, golden sands and grand Georgian seafront.

SAnDbAnKS hotel

This four star hotel is located in one of England’s most exclusive locations, with direct access to the award-winning blue flag beach and bustling Poole Harbour. Enjoy a drink in the terrace bar then relax with a delicious meal in the Seaview Restaurant. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

Holiday Code: GESASS

5 DAYS onlY £469 Mon 1 May

Single room supplement £40

Mon 4 Sep

Sea view supplement £80

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isle Of WiGht: shanklin Set against a dramatic backdrop of sandstone cliffs, the charming Victorian town of Shanklin features a wide sandy beach lined with traditional beach huts. The bustling esplanade is jam-packed with seaside amusements and cafés. However, if you prefer a quieter time, relax in leafy Rylstone Gardens or visit the unique Shanklin Chine - a stunning gorge with rare plants and a delightful waterfall. Hop aboard the cliff lift to get to the enchanting Old Village with its lovely thatched cottages and check out the programme of events at the bandstand. Stroll along the main shopping centre of Shanklin, one of largest retail areas on the Isle of Wight with various restaurants and cafés or perhaps treat yourself to a holiday momento from one of the gift shops.

your excursions island highlights We explore this breathtaking island taking in delightful places such as picture postcard Godshill, Alum Bay, the famous Needles that stretch out to sea and quaint Yarmouth. newport A half day visit to Newport, a historic town where the focal point is two elegant squares flanked by Georgian and Victorian architecture. The Museum of Island History, the Roman Villa and the Quay Arts Centre are all within walking distance of its hub.

oCeAn VIeW hotel

Commanding wonderful sea views, this well-appointed hotel is ideally located for the town centre. The ballroom hosts entertainment most evenings and impressive leisure facilities include an indoor pool.

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

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ryde A half day visit to traditional Ryde where you’ll find a sweeping of sandy beach, a pleasant esplanade, a pleasure pier and the popular Waltzing Waters attraction (seven & eight day holidays only).

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Osborne house “It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot.” So said Queen Victoria on her first visit to this opulent seaside palace set amidst truly sumptuous gardens. We have access to Victoria and Albert’s private quarters, the State Rooms and the Bathing Machine that preserved her majesty’s modesty (eight day holidays only).

Mon 20 Mar £239

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Mon 2 Oct

£279

7 DAYS onlY £479

Tue 6 Jun

8 DAYS onlY £549

Sat 1 Jul

Sea view supplement £10 Sea view supplement £15

Sat 12 Aug

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Sea view supplement £17.50 Holiday Code: GEIWOS

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89%

of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

isle Of WiGht: sandown Nestling in a beautiful bay on the southern coast of the island, Sandown has a long stretch of sandy beach and a broad seafront promenade that’s just perfect for a relaxing stroll. Attractions include a pleasure pier packed with traditional amusements, crazy golf and bowling as well as numerous cafés and gift shops. Go hunting for the island’s legendary dinosaur fossils, relax in one of the pretty parks or enjoy a good old fashioned day in a deckchair with an ice cream. Out and about we visit picture postcard Godshill where you’ll find a beautiful model village in the grounds of the Old Vicarage and a lovely fourteenth century church. On another day we head to Alum Bay where you might like to take a trip on the Needles chairlift and take in one of the island’s most amazing views.

your excursions island highlights See the best of this bewitching island with stops at delightful places such as Alum Bay and the famous Needles that stretch out to sea and quaint Yarmouth. shanklin & Godshill Charming Shanklin features a bustling esplanade, leafy Rylstone Gardens and the unique Shanklin Chine - a stunning gorge with rare plants and a delightful waterfall. Chocolate box Godshill is thought to be the prettiest place on the island. Cowes & Osborne house Cowes is renowned for its sailing regattas, features, scenic walks and a pedestrianised shopping area. “It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot”, the words of Queen Victoria on her first visit to Osborne House, an opulent seaside palace set amidst sumptuous gardens. Don’t miss Victoria and Albert’s private quarters, the lavish State Rooms and the Bathing Machine that preserved the Queen’s modesty.

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PARKbURY hotel

Set in its own gardens, about ten minutes downhill walk to Sandown’s seafront and High Street, the Parkbury Hotel is a fine Georgian building featuring a lounge bar with dance floor and a pleasant sun terrace.

NEW HOTEL FOR 2017

8 DAYS onlY £499 Sun 23 Jul

Sun 3 Sep

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Holiday Code: GEIWPN

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of customers rated this holiday good or excellent value for money.

88%

WestOn-suPer-mAre & horse drawn canal cruise This fantastic resort promises all the fun of the seaside with miles of sandy beaches where you’ll find the town’s famous donkeys. Steeped in Victorian history and oozing old world charm, Westonsuper-Mare boasts a Grand Pier with rides, amusement arcades, a 4D cinema, ice cream parlours and Tiffany’s Traditional Tearoom. Stroll along the level promenade admiring stunning views over the Channel or perhaps head to Grove Park where free music concerts are often hosted at the bandstand. Ride on the forty metre tall Wheel of Weston, take a boat trip around the bay or get up close to all creatures great and small at SeaQuarium. Looking for something a wee bit different? Then head to the Helicopter Museum, the largest of its kind in the world and where you’ll be amazed by the collection of well preserved historic choppers from around the world and intrigued by the interactive zones.

your excursions tiverton & horse drawn Canal Cruise We journey to Tiverton, the largest town in mid Devon and home to a fifteenth century church, castle remains and well-preserved old merchants’ houses. Look forward to an atmospheric horse-drawn barge trip along the breathtaking Grand Western Canal. You’ll adore this unique and memorable experience on one of the last remaining horse drawn barges in the UK.

RoYAl GRoSVenoR hotel

Commanding a superb seafront location, this exceptional family run hotel is close to all the resort’s amenities and attractions. It has a spacious bar with a terrace and regular entertainment.

Cheddar Gorge & Wells World famous Cheddar Gorge is an area of outstanding natural beauty with dramatic cliffs and spectacular stalactite caverns. Be awe-struck in medieval Wells by the towering magnificence of the cathedral or stroll around the peaceful moated Bishop’s Palace & Gardens.

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Bath Feast your eyes on astounding landmarks such as the breathtaking abbey, Guild Hall, Pulteney Bridge and the Theatre Royal. Perhaps visit the Roman Baths - one of the most complete ancient sites in the world (six day holidays only).

5 DAYS onlY £269

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Mon 16 Oct

6 DAYS onlY £369 Sun 25 Jun

Sun 9 Jul

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Sun 3 Sep

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of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent value for money.

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GreAt yArmOuth Boats & trains of norfolk With its miles of sandy beaches, busy piers, crazy golf, bowling alleys and model villages, the lively resort of Great Yarmouth simply bursts with holiday fun. Away from the seafront you’ll find six fascinating museums such as the Time & Tide Museum which tells the story of the town from its ice age origins to the present day. A highlight of our adventure is a journey on the Bure Valley Railway through miles of unspoilt countryside followed by a dreamy cruise along the Norfolk Broads. For a change of scenery, we spend a day in the cathedral city of Norwich.

your excursions Bure Valley railway & Wroxham Broads Cruise We head to Aylsham where we take our seats on Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge railway for a spectacular nine mile journey. Our train runs through the picturesque Bure Valley countryside, following the meandering river through meadowland and ancient pasture to stop occasionally at small country villages before reaching Wroxham. Here we board our boat for a picturesque cruise along Wroxham Broad, a protected wetland with shallow lakes and woodland where you’ll find rare plants and wildlife. norwich Norwich has a delightful jumble of medieval streets, lanes and alleys lined with a superb collection of buildings, churches, shops and restaurants. Along the cobbled Elm Hill you will find attractive half-timbered Tudor houses, delightful antique shops, cosy coffee houses and tearooms. The city is compact, making it easy to explore on foot as you delight in the rich architecture, fascinating history and beautiful scenery. Interesting places to visit include Plantation Garden, a restored Victorian “secret garden” and, of course, the magnificent cathedral. Cromer & sheringham We head along the Norfolk coast to charming Cromer, home to a Grade II listed pier, a folk museum housed in a fisherman’s cottage and a magnificent church with a lofty tower that is the highest in Norfolk. We continue to Sheringham, a quaint little resort with a seafront museum that tells the town’s history through its people and boats (seven day holidays only).

CHOICE OF HOTELS IN gREAT YARMOUTH St GeoRGe hotel

This value hotel has a great location close to the seafront and attractions such as the Wellington Pier and Time & Tide Museum. Rooms vary in decoration, size and style. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

82%

Food:

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Comfort & cleanliness: 77% Entertainment:

71%

6 DAYS FRoM £269 Fri 31 Mar

£269

Sat 14 May

£319

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Sun 22 Oct £279 J Holiday Code: GEGYSN

neW beACh hotel

Commanding a fantastic central location opposite Britannia Pier, the New Beach Hotel is superbly located to explore all Great Yarmouth has to offer. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

93%

Food:

93%

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5 DAYS onlY £249 Mon 24 Apr

Mon 9 Oct

Sea view supplement £15

Sun 10 Sep

Sea view supplement £40 Holiday Code: GEGYNN

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

7 DAYS onlY £389 Sun 11 Jun

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

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sOuthend-On-seA at a leisurely Pace The traditional seaside town of Southend-on-Sea is located on the River Thames estuary just forty miles from London. A popular resort, it is home to seven miles of seafront and the longest pleasure pier in the world - complete with its own train. At the pier head, perhaps visit the RNLI, the museum and gift shop or partake of afternoon tea in the Royal Pavilion. Back at the shore, hop aboard the cliff lift funicular railway and take in stunning seascapes. Away from the seafront, maybe you’d like to visit Prittlewell Priory, a historic landmark dating from the twelfth century and the onetime home of medieval monks. It is set amidst tranquil gardens featuring a bandstand where classical music is sometimes performed and its museum gives an insight into the history of the area with artefacts and exhibits. Elsewhere in the resort, Kursaal is a Grade II listed building chock full of amusements and fascinating Southend Central Museum houses collections of natural history along with an amazing planetarium. Our restful overnight dinner, bed and breakfast stop ensures you arrive refreshed and ready to enjoy sensational Southend.

your excursions mersea island & Colchester We visit magical Mersea Island, the UK’s most easterly inhabited isle and where you’ll find a sandy beach lined with pastel-painted beach huts and fishermen’s cottages. Take a boat trip, visit the museum or Mersea Mound – a roman burial barrow. We move on to Colchester, the oldest town in England home to award-winning museums, a Norman castle and a contemporary art gallery. Canvey island Attractions on Canvey Island include the miniature railway and the transport museum or relax with a drink in the Lobster Smack Inn – a historic pub that features in Dickens novels. london Maybe hop aboard a London Bus through the vibrant city centre or shop till you drop in bustling Oxford Street. Come face to face with the dinosaurs in the Natural History Museum or see your favourite celebrity close up in Madame Tussauds. Take a turn on the London Eye or a cruise along the Thames, a great way to experience the city.

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holIDAY Inn SoUthenD-on-SeA This impressive four star hotel has spacious and stylish public areas and well-appointed bedrooms as well as a rooftop bar and restaurant affording panoramic views across the Essex countryside.

6 DAYS FRoM £339 Sun 4 Jun Sun 23 Jul

£359 £349

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£349 £339

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fOlKestOne, CAnterBury & the Belgian resort of ostend Fabulous Folkestone features a bustling harbour, a lovely promenade and is so close to France that on a clear night you can often see the lights of its Gallic neighbours from its seafront. The resort boasts a choice of south facing beaches including a sandy one next to the harbour featuring a statue of a mermaid. Enjoy a coastal walk along The Leas where you’ll find plenty of friendly cafés to stop for a cuppa. Away from the seafront, perhaps head four miles inland to Kent Battle of Britain Museum. Located on a World War II airfield, it displays aircraft, weapons, vehicles and relics. Elsewhere, East Cliff & Warren Country Park is a lovely place to discover the wildlife of the legendary white cliffs. Folkestone is also home to the enormous White Horse figure, a millennium celebration landmark carved into Cheriton Hill, overlooking the Eurotunnel terminal.

your excursions Canterbury Breathtaking Canterbury Cathedral along with St Augustine’s Abbey and St Martin’s Church together form the city’s UNESCO World Heritage Site. Perhaps visit the Roman Museum which houses a beautifully preserved Roman floor mosaic, explore the Norman castle ruins, wander the winding honey cobbled streets or take a boat trip on the River Stour. Ostend We hop aboard our ferry and set sail for Calais then journey to Ostend. This enchanting Belgian resort has a wide sandy beach, fishing harbour and a bustling shopping area. Perhaps visit Fort Napoleon – a fortification built in 1811 and later used as a German artillery quarter in both world wars (passport required). sandwich Today’s tasty trip takes us to the historic town of Sandwich where many original medieval buildings still stand. Of course, the fourth Earl of the town is said to have invented the snack of the same name – can you resist treating yourself to a sandwich in Sandwich?

GRAnD bURStIn hotel FolKeStone The sprawling Britannia Grand Burstin is a value hotel located overlooking the harbour just three minutes from the beach and boasting lovely sea views. It is renowned for its entertainment programme and boasts a ballroom where live cabaret shows are staged.

5 DAYS FRoM £199 Mon 24 Apr £199 Mon 29 May £219 Mon 26 Jun £229

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Premier Upgrade supplement: Premier dining & balcony room £40 Limited number of single rooms available without supplement Holiday Code GEFOBN

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92%

of customers who travelled on this holiday would rebook with gLENTON.

isle Of mAn: a steP Back in time The Isle of Man surprises visitors with its colourful heritage, miles of beaches, areas of natural beauty and sleepy villages where time has stood still. Its capital, Douglas, enjoys an enviable position on a crescent shaped bay and is home to grand architecture and a long esplanade where horse-drawn trams ply their trade. Perhaps visit the town’s Great Union Camera Obscura, a Victorian curiosity and a quirky way to take in the stunning views. Or uncover the history of the island at the Manx Museum, located behind Villa Marina Gardens. We head to Castletown where we include entry to Castle Rushen, a medieval fortification built for a Norse king and later besieged by Robert the Bruce. We also visit Cregneash, a living museum portraying life as a crofter and take in the coastal village of Port St Mary.

your excursions Castletown & Castle rushen Once the island’s capital, ancient Castletown is clustered around splendidly preserved Castle Rushen. Perhaps learn the story of the town’s maritime past at the Nautical Museum which houses an eighteenth century yacht. We explore perfectly preserved Port Rushen, once the home of Lords and Kings of Mann it later became firstly a mint, then a prison. Inside this impressive fortress you’ll see furnished chambers, hear stories about its former inhabitants and enjoy panoramic vistas of the market square and harbour from the ramparts. Cregneash folk museum & Port st mary Experience bygone days at the picturesque village of Cregneash, the last stronghold where the Manx language was spoken and where life in a nineteenth century crofting settlement is depicted. Step inside the cottages to unearth the lives of the crofters through craft demonstrations. From here, we head to the endearing village of Port St Mary with sandy beach, Victorian promenade and quaint fishing harbour.

CheSteRhoUSe hotel – DoUGlAS Beautifully situated on the seafront promenade within a short walk of all amenities and attractions of Douglas, the Chesterhouse Hotel provides an excellent base for our exciting excursion programme.

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: 89% Location: Comfort & cleanliness: 92% Food:

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seAside City Of BriGhtOn at a leisurely Pace Brighton is an exhilarating and cosmopolitan coastal city located just an hour south of London. The resort boasts a broad, shingle beach flanked by grand Regency townhouses while the pretty marina features luxury yachts and a stylish shopping boulevard. Don’t miss the legendary pier with its fairground rides, amusements and deckchairs – a lovely place to sip a cool drink while taking in views of the English Channel. Take a flight to the skies and see Brighton and the beautiful South Coast as you have never seen them before. Ride the i360, glide up gently to 138 metres on the world’s tallest moving observation tower. In a futuristic glass viewing pod, visitors can admire 360 degree views across Regency Brighton, the South Downs and, on the clearest days, all the way to Beachy Head and the Isle of Wight. Well worth a visit is the resort’s landmark Royal Pavilion - the lavish seaside palace of George IV housing fine furniture and works of art. Perhaps explore Preston Manor, a historic mansion crammed with Edwardian artefacts and boasting an enchanting walled garden. We enjoy dinner, bed and breakfast at a quality hotel en route so you arrive refreshed and raring to go!

your excursions sunny eastbourne Wander along Eastbourne’s level promenade or hop aboard the seafront train for a fun way to see the sights. Or make your way to the pier where you can step back in time and enjoy afternoon tea in the refined setting of the Victorian Tearooms. Perhaps head to Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park and step aboard a miniature locomotive for a trip through the picturesque grounds. Elsewhere, history buffs would be enthralled by the remarkable Redoubt Fortress, a circular fort built during the Napoleonic wars. It was also used during both First and Second World Wars and houses inspiring exhibitions of military campaigns. Bognor regis & Chichester Look forward to a scenic drive along the Sussex coast stopping at bustling Bognor Regis where you’ll find an award winning beach. Perhaps visit Marine Park Gardens, home to immaculate flower beds and a pitch n putt course. Later we move on to ancient Chichester, home to a 900-year-old gothic cathedral with Norman features. Maybe visit the Novium Museum which tells the city’s history and features archaeological exhibitions.

NEW HOTEL FOR 2017

MeRCURe bRIGhton SeAFRont hotel This grand seafront Victorian hotel, just a pebble throw from the seafront is set close to Churchill Square shopping centre and within easy reach of Brighton Pier. Amenities include a classy bar, sweep down the regency stair case to the brasserie featuring international cuisine and panoramic views.

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£399

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WonDerful WAleS

Wales presents a winning formula of cosmopolitan cities, sandy beaches, gothic castles, pleasure piers, medieval settlements, breathtaking countryside and Roman ruins. Chocolate box hamlets like Betws-y-Coed and Llanberis ooze old world charm and are cocooned by the lofty peaks of Snowdonia National Park. Llandudno snuggles into a sandy bay, has the longest pleasure pier in Wales and simply bursts with seaside fun. Pretty Tenby is enclosed by ancient walls with a maze of narrow streets, a fifteenth century church and a fascinating Tudor Merchant’s House. For city slickers, the Welsh capital of Cardiff blends historic dwellings with the modern Cardiff Bay waterfront development while the coastal metropolis of Swansea offers exotic gardens and the chic Dylan Thomas Arts Centre.

Joining your WONDERFUL WALES holiday is easy!

Holidays gracing these pages for the first time in 2017 include our Welsh Wanderer twin centre adventure combining stays in Swansea then Llandudno with captivating excursions such as the photogenic island of Anglesey and picture postcard Beaumaris. Also new is our Seaside City of Swansea & South Wales Sensations escape where you’ll be based in Swansea and enjoy contrasting excursions such as exploring the Brecon Beacons National Park with its exhilarating landscape of mountains, forests, lakes, waterfalls, villages, monuments, castles, caves and canals.

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Welsh WAnderer twin centre Take in a wealth of Wales on this tantalising twin centre adventure! Our holiday kicks off in the stylish waterfront metropolis of Swansea, home to attractions such as the National Waterfront Museum where the story of Wales over the last three centuries unfolds. Swansea also boasts colourful Clyne Gardens featuring exotic plants and the interesting Dylan Thomas Centre. Our next base is lovely Llandudno, known as “Queen of the Welsh resorts”. A traditional seaside town, Llandudno nestles in a sandy bay between Great and Little Orme with mighty Mount Snowdon towering in the background and is custodian of both the longest pier in Wales and Britain’s only cablehauled tramway. Out and about, fantastic sightseeing takes in the medieval walled settlement of Tenby, cosmopolitan Cardiff, Caernarfon where you’ll find a thirteenth century castle, the island of Anglesey and storybook Beaumaris.

your excursions YOUR HOTELS

sunday. From local joining points, we journey to Swansea where we check in at the outstanding Dragon Hotel for our four night dinner, bed and breakfast stay. monday. Tenby is our treat today! This enchanting medieval hamlet is enclosed by ancient walls with a maze of narrow streets, a fifteenth century church and a fascinating Tudor Merchant’s House – not forgetting beautiful blue flag beaches! tuesday. A free day to explore Swansea, Wales’s second largest city. Attractions include the National Waterfront Museum, Clyne Botanical Gardens, the Dylan Thomas Centre and Plantasia – a huge glass pyramid housing tropical plants. Head to the Mumbles area and visit Oystermouth Castle or simply relax on the city beach. Wednesday. Enjoy a day in Cardiff (guided tour included), home to a historic castle, Edwardian architecture and the modern Cardiff Bay waterfront development that houses the Millennium Centre along with shops and cafés. thursday. We check out of our hotel and travel north to Aberystwyth, a university town with a harbour, Norman castle ruins and electric cliff railway before continuing to Llandudno where we are welcomed to Evan’s Hotel for our three night dinner, bed and breakfast stay. friday. Our day gets underway with a visit to the walled town of Caernarfon, home to an imposing castle built at the behest of King Edward I. We cross the Menai Bridge to the picturesque island of Anglesey and later call in at picture postcard Beaumaris where you’ll find a seventeenth century courthouse and Beaumaris Castle.

DRAGon hotel - SWAnSeA

Centrally located in the heart of Swansea, this sleek and stylish four star hotel is just a ten minute stroll from the beach. Bedrooms are modern and well-appointed and there are spacious public areas as well as a contemporary spa offering a range of treatments.

eVAnS hotel – llAnDUDno

This family run Victorian hotel enjoys a quiet location close to the heart of Llandudno with the promenade a mere four minute walk away. Impressive amenities include two comfortable lounges and a games room with snooker, darts and skittles. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

94%

Food:

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Comfort & cleanliness: 94%

saturday. A free day to explore Llandudno. Perhaps head to Victoria Station and take a trip on Britain’s only cable-hauled tramway, climbing high through a nature reserve to the Halfway Station Exhibition. Maybe visit the pleasure pier, learn about the town’s history at the local museum, view contemporary art at the Oriel Mostyn Gallery or relax on West Shore Beach.

8 DAYS onlY £499

sunday. Departing wonderful Wales, we call in at Chester where you might like to walk the city walls or admire the beautiful cathedral. From here, we continue home after our wonderful Welsh voyage.

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COSMOPOLITAN CARDIFF, seaside tenBy

your excursions Cardiff Castle Telling a story dating back over 2000 years, Cardiff’s gothic castle started life as a Roman fort, became a Norman castle then a Victorian gothic fantasy with gargoyles, furnished rooms and later, wartime shelters. From here, we continue to Hayes, the main shopping area of Cardiff with prestigious old library and St David’s Hall. tenby Pretty Tenby is a medieval settlement enclosed by ancient walls with a maze of narrow streets, a fifteenth century church and a fascinating Tudor Merchant’s House – not to mention lovely blue flag beaches.

Explore Welsh wonders whilst based in the country’s fabulous capital of Cardiff, home to Edwardian architecture and a stylish waterfront development housing the Millennium Centre. We include a visit to the city’s gothic castle followed by time to explore the city centre area of Hayes. We spend a day at the seaside in Tenby, a town established by the Normans and regarded as the prettiest coastal resort in Wales. For our final outing, look forward to a scenic drive through the Brecon Beacons, a diverse landscape with everything from prehistoric caves to Roman ruins followed by a thrilling train trip on the mountain railway.

5 DAYS FRoM £359 Mon 19 Jun £359 Mon 21 Aug £379

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Brecon Beacons mountain railway We head into the Brecon Beacons National Park where we board the Brecon Beacons Mountain Railway and enjoy stunning views as the train steams along the Taf Fechan Reservoir before climbing to Torpantau.

exChAnGe CARDIFF hotel

This grand, sprawling building was formerly the historic Coal Exchange and has recently undergone a multimillion pound refurbishment which has transformed the property into a luxury hotel.

NEW HOTEL FOR 2017

Holiday Code: GWCAES

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gREAT LITTLE TRAINS of wales

86%

of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

your excursions Brecon Beacons mountain railway On this extended half day excursion we wind our way into the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park where we board the Brecon Mountain Railway and enjoy stunning views as the train steams along the Taf Fechan Reservoir to Dol-y-Gaer. inCludes fOur rAilWAy JOurneys

Experience nostalgic train journeys on this thrilling holiday in picturesque Wales, a nation blessed with a number of working smaller gauge railways. These ‘Great Little Trains’ are a tribute to the engineers who built the lines as they often traverse spectacularly steep inclines, showcasing breathtaking views. Our base for this holiday is the Victorian spa town of Llandrindod Wells, a hidden treasure located seven hundred feet above sea level and surrounded by beautiful scenery.

5 DAYS FRoM £269 Mon 17 Apr £269 Mon 17 Jul £299

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Mon 16 Oct £289 Holiday Code: GWLLUN

Welshpool, llanfair light railway & tywyn We head to the bustling market town of Welshpool, terminus of the lovingly restored Llanfair Light Railway, to board our carriage for a superb eight mile journey. In the afternoon, we continue to Talyllyn Railway, Abergynolwyn, for a spectacular steam train ride down the valley to the seaside resort of Tywyn. Vale of rheidol railway & Aberystwyth We snake through the mountains to the beauty spot of Devil’s Bridge to board the Vale of Rheidol Railway for the narrow gauge steam train ride down the valley to the seaside resort of Aberystwyth. Here you will have some free time to take in the pleasant promenade, sandy beaches, ruined castle and the respected university where Prince Charles once studied.

Glen USK hotel – llAnDRInDoD WellS

Centrally situated overlooking Temple Gardens, this welcoming hotel has a large residents’ lounge, a sun terrace and an entertainment room with dance floor. Please see our website for hotel ratings.

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RHYL, ROMAN CHESTER & llangollen

93%

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent.

your excursions Chester Roman Chester boasts treasures such as its beautiful cathedral and thirteenth century half timbered shops. The old city walls offer a leisurely stroll giving a bird’s eye view of the city centre or perhaps visit the Roman amphitheatre. llangollen & the horseshoe Pass Located on the banks of the River Dee, Llangollen is overlooked by the ruins of a castle that is said to be the burial place of the Holy Grail. Perhaps stroll along Victoria Promenade, a delightful walkway that opened in 1899 to commemorate Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee or visit the heritage railway. From here we head up into the mountains and along the breathtaking Horseshoe Pass.

Stay at the seaside and enjoy visits to a historic city and an ancient riverside town on this relaxing holiday. Located at the mouth of the River Clwyd, Rhyl boasts miles of sandy beaches along with a lovely promenade and a little land train to whisk you up and down. The resort is also home to the Sky Tower rotating viewpoint, awardwinning botanical gardens, a museum and a miniature railway that circles the boating lake. Out and about we take in the walled city of Chester as well as Llangollen and the UNESCO Horseshoe Pass mountain trail.

5 DAYS FRoM £199 Mon 24 Apr £199 Mon 22 May £209

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Mon 26 Jun £229 Mon 17 Jul £229

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Mon 11 Sep £229 Mon 16 Oct £209

llandudno A morning visit to Llandudno, home to the longest pier in Wales where you’ll find cafés and gift shops along with amusement arcades and coastal vistas. Perhaps head to Victoria Station and take a trip on Britain’s only cable-hauled tramway.

WeStMInSteR hotel – RhYl

This classic good value hotel is perfectly located overlooking the beach. Rhyl promenade and the White Rose Shopping Centre are just metres away. N K

Holiday Code: GWRHWN

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SEASIDE CITY OF SWANSEA & south wales sensations

NEW FOR 2017

your excursions tenby & saundersfoot Pretty Tenby is a medieval settlement enclosed by ancient walls with a maze of narrow streets, a fifteenth century church and a fascinating Tudor Merchant’s House – not to mention lovely blue flag beaches. After time to explore, we pop into the tiny resort of Saundersfoot.

This scintillating holiday presents a winning formula of cosmopolitan cities, sandy beaches and breathtaking countryside. We stay in the coastal metropolis of Swansea, home to attractions such as the National Waterfront Museum where the story of Wales over the last three centuries unfolds. Swansea also boasts colourful Clyne Gardens featuring exotic plants and the chic Dylan Thomas Arts Centre. Look forward to a scenic drive through the Brecon Beacons, a diverse landscape with everything from prehistoric caves to Roman ruins. Our final outing takes us to Cardiff where the gothic castle is a must see with its gargoyles, furnished rooms and wartime shelters.

5 DAYS FRoM £289 Sun 7 May Sun 11 Jun Sun 9 Jul

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Sun 27 Aug £299 Sun 24 Sep £299 Sun 8 Oct £289

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Brecon Beacons We explore the Brecon Beacons National Park with its exhilarating landscape of mountains, forests, lakes, waterfalls, villages, monuments, castles, caves and canals. Guided tour of Cardiff Cardiff is home to a historic castle and the modern Cardiff Bay waterfront development that houses the Millennium Centre. Our guided tour will get your sightseeing off to a great start.

DRAGon hotel - SWAnSeA

Centrally located in the heart of Swansea, this sleek and stylish four star hotel is just a ten minute stroll from the beach. Bedrooms are modern and wellappointed and there are spacious public areas as well as a contemporary spa offering a range of treatments.

Holiday Code: GWSWDN

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llAndudnO Known as the “Queen of Welsh Resorts”, lovely Llandudno nestles in a sandy bay between the limestone headlands of Great and Little Orme with mighty Mount Snowdon towering in the background. The resort is home to the longest pier in Wales where you’ll find cafés, gift shops and bars along with amusement arcades and stunning coastal vistas. Perhaps head to Victoria Station and take a trip on Britain’s only cable-hauled tramway, climbing high through a nature reserve to the Halfway Station Exhibition. Learn about the town’s history at the local museum or view contemporary art at the Oriel Mostyn Gallery. If you’d rather just relax then make your way to West Shore Beach and unwind on the sandy dunes. Out and about we visit the picturesque island of Anglesey.

your excursions Caernarfon, Anglesey & Beaumaris We start today in Caernarfon, home to a famously imposing castle built by King Edward I in the thirteenth century. Later we cross the Menai Bridge to the island of Anglesey where we pause at Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch, a village best known for having the longest place name in Europe! We also enjoy free time in the picturesque town of Beaumaris where the highlights include a seventeenth century courthouse and yet another of Edward I’s ambitious buildings, Beaumaris Castle. Chester Founded two thousand years ago, the enchanting city of Chester oozes history and charm. Be sure to visit the thirteenth century two-tiered and half-timbered gallery of shops known as The Rows and perhaps take a stroll along the old city walls. Portmeirion & Porthmadog Our day begins with a drive to Tremadog Bay where we visit the Mediterranean style village of Portmeirion, familiar to many as the classic setting for the TV series, The Prisoner. This stunning coastal resort enjoys a romantic cliff top setting and is one of Wales’ premier visitor attractions. It was created by Welsh architect Clough Williams-Ellis who wanted to demonstrate how a naturally beautiful site could be developed without being spoiled. From here, we make our way to the delightful harbour town of Porthmadog, rich in maritime history and featuring a range of craft shops (six and seven day holidays only).

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KenSInGton hotel

Owned by the Beardmore family for over three decades, this classically styled seafront hotel is managed by experienced staff and is a place where guests return year after year. Enjoy dinner in the traditional restaurant overlooking the north shore promenade, sip your favourite tipple in Eric’s Bar then perhaps trip the light fantastic on the maple sprung dance floor.

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

94%

Food:

88%

Comfort & cleanliness: 94% Entertainment:

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CHOICE OF HOTELS IN LLANDUDNO GRAnD hotel

eVAnS hotel

The Britannia Grand Hotel is a splendid Victorian building overlooking the promenade on the North Shore. Live cabaret is staged every night of the week.

WhIte heAtheR hotel

A warm welcome awaits you from Peter and his family at this popular hotel in a quiet position close to the centre of Llandudno and all the amenities of the resort.

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5 DAYS FRoM £229 Mon 3 Apr Mon 1 May

Ideally situated for Llandudno’s shopping district, this elegant seaside hotel has been run by Mark Vernon and his family for generations. Although there is a lift, some rooms are accessed by stairs.

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7 DAYS onlY £399 Sat 1 Jul

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Holiday Code: GWLLWN

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ADULTS ONLY

A gLENTON FAvOURITE Come rain or shine, there’s never a dull moment at a warner leisure hotel. These fun-filled, adults only holiday centres offer a huge range of exciting activities and host a wide variety of top-notch entertainment at their countryside locations. all warner hotels feature swimming pools, saunas and gyms as well as an assortment of additional pastimes. Try a different sport or relax in the spa - at warner’s you can do as much or as little as you like! no wonder our warner breaks are getting more popular every year. But don’t just take our word for it - warner leisure hotels have received 11 Certificate of Excellence awards from Tripadvisor for consistently achieving outstanding traveller reviews. which one will you choose?

OUTSTANDINg PROPERTIES... all the warner hotels on the following pages have a fascinating story to tell from grand and historical nidd hall where king Edward vIII met Mrs wallis Simpson to Cricket St Thomas – the refined setting for the comedy series To the Manor Born.

DAYTIME FUN... Enjoy a favourite pastime, stroll around the gardens or learn a new skill! Every warner venue has an abundance of activities on offer such as archery, croquet, bowls, rifle shooting, snooker and zumba as well as interesting workshops.*

FOOD, gLORIOUS FOOD...

WHEN NIgHT FALLS...

food is such an important part of a holiday and at warner’s you can look forward to a variety of different cuisines, prepared by firstclass chefs using fresh ingredients. Indeed, warner is the only uk hotel chain to have met the stringent criteria for the red Tractors assured food Standards award.

whoop it up on a fantastic night out – every night - without leaving your hotel! Be dazzled by sparkling floor shows, laugh along with talented comedians and dance the night away to live bands – often featuring well known faces from the worlds of television and theatre.

qUALITY ACCOMMODATION & UPgRADES...

FRIENDLY STAFF...

all bedrooms at warner hotels are decorated and furnished to a high standard. at most properties you may choose to upgrade to a Signature room for a little added luxury or to a historic room with a romantic four poster bed.

The professional and friendly staff at warner will look after your every need and make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive – they may even take you for a whirl around the dance floor!

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ALvASTON HALL, CHESHIRE

90%

of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

your excursions the Potteries Fondly known as “The Potteries”, delightful Stoke-on-Trent boasts visitor centres, world class ceramic museums including the Wedgwood Museum, as well as pottery cafés and factory shops. This classy city has two canals running through its centre so you can enjoy a stroll along the canal paths watching the colourful boats negotiate the locks or relax in a waterside café.

Tucked away in the Cheshire countryside close to Nantwich, Grade II listed Alvaston Hall is a Victorian mansion with half-timbered framing, an eye-catching clock tower and impish gargoyles above the porch. A rather grand country house, it became the epicentre of Cheshire society towards the end of the nineteenth century. Inside you’ll find a splendid reception hall with a stained glass window and huge fireplace enhanced by intricate Italian ironwork. Alvaston’s attractively furnished bedrooms are located in a modern annex close to the historic manor. Great activities to keep you on your toes include archery, rifle shooting, table tennis, pilates, zumba and a nine hole golf course.

Chester Chester is a historic gem of a city. Be sure to visit the ancient cathedral and the thirteenth century gallery of two-tiered half-timbered shops known as The Rows. nantwich We take a half day excursion to the medieval town of Nantwich, set beside the River Weaver and renowned for its attractive Tudor architecture and winding streets.

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent:

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Food:

95%

Comfort & cleanliness: 94%

Holiday Code: GEALWS

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NIDD HALL, YORkSHIRE

92%

of customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

your excursions harrogate We enjoy a half day tour to the Victorian spa town of Harrogate, famous for its quaint mews terraces, the stylish Montpellier Quarter and the world famous Betty’s Tearooms. york The walled city of York is celebrated for its Roman, Viking and medieval heritage. At its beating heart stands a breathtaking gothic minster – truly a masterpiece of sculptured stone, bell towers and stained glass windows. Walk the city walls, visit the castle, explore the Jorvik Viking Centre or broaden your mind at one of the many museums.

Standing magnificently in forty-five acres of parkland near Harrogate, this eighteenth century Grade II listed mansion is said to be where King Edward VIII met Mrs Wallis Simpson. The spectacular grounds incorporate a fishing lake, putting green, tennis courts, archery, shooting, bowls and croquet as well as award-winning gardens. The splendid interior boasts a striking potpourri of styles with Tuscan columns, stained glass panels, mahogany doors, grand staircase and a marble fireplace - not to mention evidence of a secret chamber behind a bookcase!

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent:

5 DAYS FRoM £439 Mon 10 Apr

£439

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ripon & Wensleydale Creamery Visitor Centre Today we journey to the city of Ripon where we pause briefly before proceeding to Wensleydale Creamery Visitor Centre. Take a trip back in time and learn how the art of cheese making has evolved over the centuries at the museum.

Mon 12 Jun

£449

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Mon 23 Oct

£429

Holiday Code: GENIDS

Location:

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98%

Comfort & cleanliness: 95% Entertainment:

95%

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Luxury coach travel throughout • Full entertainment programme • Excursions as stated • Select extras • Premium welcome pack The codes next to holiday prices indicate the departure points and routes for your tour. Please see page 72 for details.

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HOLME LACY HOUSE, herefordshire

91%

of customers rated this as good or excellent value for money.

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Nestling in the picturesque Wye Valley, this Grade I listed mansion oozes history and is said to be where King Charles I once stayed in 1645. More than a century later its gracious gardens played host to cabinet meetings held by William Pitt the Elder and is where Queen Victoria’s daughter, Princess Beatrice planted a tree. Within its walls you’ll find a grand staircase and the panelled, draped, ornate staterooms that are now restaurants. Enjoy the parkland with its topiary, plants and fishing lake or try archery, shooting, putting, curling, croquet or snooker.

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: 94% Location: Comfort & cleanliness: 94%

5 DAYS onlY £459 Mon 21 Aug

hereford Enjoy a half day visit to Hereford, an attractive town with riverbank walks and grand architecture including the splendid cathedral where you’ll find the Mappa Mundi – a famous medieval map of the world. ross-on-Wye & tewkesbury We begin our day in the market town of Ross-on-Wye, hailed as the birthplace of tourism. We continue to Tewkesbury, a perfectly preserved riverside town where time has stood still since the Middle Ages. Worcester A day in ancient Worcester where the skyline is dominated by the tower of the beautiful cathedral that houses royal tombs, medieval cloisters and an ancient crypt. Perhaps visit the fascinating thirteenth century Commandery or head to enchanting half-timbered Friar Street to browse the unique boutiques and explore the Tudor house.

Food:

Signature room upgrade £40

Holiday Code: GEHEHS

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

81%

Entertainment

78%

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Luxury coach travel throughout • Full entertainment programme • Excursions as stated • Select extras • Premium welcome pack

THORESBY HALL, nottinghamshire

89%

of customers who travelled on this holiday would rebook with gLENTON.

your excursions nottingham Castle We enjoy a half day in the dynamic city of Nottingham where we include entry to the historic castle, a magnificent seventeenth century ducal mansion that is now the city’s main museum and art gallery. Boston In the Middle Ages the town of Boston was Europe’s second largest sea port. These days it’s perhaps best known for playing host to a twice-weekly market that offers a staggering array of goods from well over a hundred stalls.

Standing proudly within a hundred acre estate, this Grade I property is a distinguished house with bays and balconies, gables and galleries. Sip tea in the vaulted splendour of the Great Hall or take in views of the croquet lawn from the pleasant terrace. Thoresby’s Courtyard is just a stone’s throw from reception and is home to the Queen’s Royal Lancers and Nottinghamshire Yeomanry Museum as well as Thoresby Gallery, Riding Hall and the Pierrepont Collection along with a selection of specialist shops. Wander around the rose garden or try fencing, falconry, shooting, archery, zumba, bowls and putting.

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent:

5 DAYS FRoM £439 Mon 8 May

£439

Signature room upgrade £40

lincoln With its honey coloured cobbled streets and modern university, lovely Lincoln is a magnificent medley of ancient and modern. Attractions include the glorious Lincoln Cathedral and The Collection, a stunning museum with an abundance of art and artefacts from throughout the ages.

Mon 7 Aug

£469

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Mon 30 Oct

£429

Holiday Code: GEOLTS

Location:

78%

Food:

85%

Comfort & cleanliness: 88% Entertainment:

68%

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CRICkET ST THOMAS, somerset

93%

of customers rated this holiday as good or excellent.

your excursions West Bay & lyme regis View West Bay’s dramatic sandstone cliffs and harbour where the popular television drama Broadchurch was filmed. Lyme Regis has an intriguing mystique and a number of historical landmarks, most notably the fourteenth century watermill and the fascinating Leper’s Well.

Set in a Somerset valley, this classic country house rests in landscaped parkland with lakes, walled gardens and a natural woodland area. Lord Nelson and Lady Hamilton were frequent visitors and it later became the enchanting setting for the much loved television comedy, To The Manor Born. Within its stunning grounds you’ll find the twelfth century parish church of St Thomas which houses part of the brocade cloth that adorned the altar at the Queen’s coronation in 1953. Perhaps try your hand at skittles, disc golf, short mat bowls, putting, shooting or croquet.

sherborne & shaftesbury Bustling Sherborne is home to majestic architecture including a splendid abbey and an imposing castle built by Sir Walter Raleigh in the sixteenth century. In the heart of the pleasant market town of Shaftesbury you’ll find steep, cobblestoned Gold Hill, made famous by the Hovis Bread advert.

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent:

5 DAYS onlY £419 Mon 30 Oct

Location:

91%

Food:

100%

Comfort & cleanliness: 100%

Signature room upgrade £40 Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Holiday Code: GECRWS

Entertainment:

78%

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Luxury coach travel throughout • Full entertainment programme • Excursions as stated • Select extras • Premium welcome pack

BODELWYDDAN CASTLE, north wales

97%

of our customers rated this itinerary as good or excellent.

your excursions llandudno Llandudno is undoubtedly one of the most elegant seaside towns in Britain. Enjoy a stroll along the promenade, a cable car ride up to the Orme or dally on the traditional Victorian pier. Betws-y-Coed & llanberis We venture through the Welsh Mountains along the Llanberis Pass to the quaint villages of Betws-y-Coed and Llanberis.

You’ll find no finer example of a romantic Victorian folly than this heady mix of gothic, Jacobean and Greek revival architecture. A grandiose Grade II property on the Denbighshire coast, Bodelwyddan Castle was requisitioned by the army during World War I for the practice of trench warfare. It later became Lowther College and its Royale Bedroom was originally the headmaster’s study. It is home to the National Portrait Gallery’s Victorian Collection as well a sculpture gallery, vaulted ceiling and marble chimneypiece. Stretch your legs on a woodland walk or try archery, rifle shooting, zumba, French boules, quoits, table tennis or snooker. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent:

5 DAYS FRoM £349 Mon 20 Mar

£349

Signature room upgrade £40

Mon 2 Oct

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

£399

Holiday Code: GEBOWS

Location:

82%

Food:

88%

Comfort & cleanliness: 97% Entertainment:

57%

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94%

of customers who travelled on this holiday would rebook with GlentOn.

Jersey By sea Lying just off the French coast, the charismatic Channel Islands are a unique part of the British Isles offering a distinctive continental flavour and an unspoilt landscape. Jersey, the biggest island in the archipelago, is a place where you can lose yourself in its quaint winding streets, leafy country lanes and breathtaking coastline. St Helier, the island capital, is a bustling town where many of the old French street names survive, yet it offers a thoroughly modern shopping experience. A holiday highlight is our visit to the award winning Jersey War Tunnels where you can learn the true story of the occupation of the island during the Second World War. This spine-tingling attraction is a stark reminder of a very dark time in Jersey’s history. The extraordinary tunnels were dug deep into a hillside by forced labour and slave workers from a variety of nations from across Europe.

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FoRt D’AUVeRGne hotel – St helIeR

day 1. We head south for our overnight stay in the south of England. day 2. We make our way to the Condor fast ferry Terminal for our crossing to Jersey where we check in at the Fort D’Auvergne Hotel for our five night stay. day 3. After breakfast, we are collected from the hotel to enjoy a familiarisation tour of the island taking in sights such as Corbiere Lighthouse, St Brelade Bay, La Rocque, Gorey Harbour and Greve de Lecq. day 4. As there is so much to see and do on gorgeous Jersey we have set aside today so you can explore some more or enjoy the fabulous facilities at your hotel. day 5. After breakfast we take a short drive to the Jersey War Tunnels that stand testament to five years of occupation and the cruelty of the Nazis. Experience history as you follow the passageways coming face to face with tanks, a macabre operating theatre, air raid shelter, telephone exchange, hospital ward and the scenes of Liberation Day as well as getting a taste of life in Jersey during the years leading up to the outbreak of war. day 6. A free day to do some last minute shopping or perhaps relax on the beach. day 7. Time to bid farewell as we head for our return fast ferry to the mainland where your coach will be waiting to take you to your overnight hotel in the south of England. day 8. After breakfast, we journey home.

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This traditionally styled hotel in St Helier boasts a truly great location, bordered by the sea and sandy beach on two sides. Fabulous views can be enjoyed from the restaurant and indoor pool complex. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

84%

Food:

81%

Comfort & cleanliness: 87%

8 DAYS FRoM £619 Fri 7 Jul

£619

Sun 13 Aug £649

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement Sea view supplement £35 Holiday Code: GJHEFN

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Coach and ferry travel • Welcome pack • Local coach travel in Jersey • Guided tour, excursions and entrances as stated • Services of local representative in Jersey

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NEW FOR 2017

Guernsey & Jersey eXPlOrer By sea This spectacular two centre tour begins and ends with overnight stays on the south coast of England, ensuring your holiday is a relaxing one. Our adventure starts on Guernsey. This beautiful island sits in the Bay of St Malo, less than thirty miles from the French coast and is known for its lovely warm climate and peaceful unhurried way of life. Jersey offers spectacular beaches and unspoilt villages with the additional option of sampling the vibrant cosmopolitan ambience of its busy towns.

your holiday itinerary sunday. We make our way to our comfortable overnight hotel with time to freshen up before dinner. monday. We head for our ferry crossing to Guernsey where we check in at the comfortable Peninsula Hotel for the next three nights. tuesday. Today we enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of the island to get our bearings. Afterwards, continue exploring at your own pace. Wednesday. Enjoy a free day to relax and explore. Perhaps head to captivating St Peter Port with its hidden alleys, tiered gardens and tapestry of architectural treasures including Regency and Georgian dwellings. Visit La Vallette Underground Military Museum that covers all aspects of Guernsey’s history or see the award winning restored Victorian Candie Gardens. thursday. This morning is at leisure until our inter-island crossing to Jersey where we settle in at the friendly Fort D’Auvergne Hotel, our base for the next four nights. friday. A free day to relax or explore. Perhaps catch the land train that departs from Liberation Square and see the sights or head to Durrell Wildlife Zoo where you can see some of the planet’s most endangered species.

PenInSUlA hotel – GUeRnSeY

This modern hotel stands in acres of gardens overlooking Grand Havre Bay in the peaceful parish of the Vale just a ten minute stroll from the beach. Rooms are spacious and well appointed and there is a lovely, comfortable guest lounge as well as an outdoor pool and terrace.

FoRt D’AUVeRGne hotel – St helIeR This traditionally styled hotel in St Helier boasts a truly great location, bordered by the sea and sandy beach on two sides. Fabulous views can be enjoyed from the restaurant and indoor pool complex. See opposite page for hotel rating.

saturday. A full day island tour of Jersey takes us through all the highlights of this colourful and lively island.

10 DAYS onlY £829

sunday. Enjoy a half day visit to Durrell wildlife park where you can wander through this animal haven or soak up the sunshine in this stunning 32 acre park.

Single room supplement £54 Sea view supplement from £20 Holiday Code: GJGEPN

monday. We depart Jersey and take the ferry back to the UK, where we stay overnight at a quality hotel on the south coast of England. tuesday. After breakfast we make our way home.

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Sun 1 Oct

PRICe InClUDeS • • • •

Dinner, B&B • Coach and ferry travel • Welcome pack Local coach travel in Jersey & Guernsey Guided tour, excursions and entrances as stated Services of local representative in Jersey & Guernsey

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exPlore, exPerience, challenge looking for something a little bit different? fancy more independent sightseeing? we know your leisure time is precious so here at gLENTON we never stop searching for fresh and exciting ways to make your holiday extra special. active By gLENTON – holidays with more flexibility where you do your own thing or discover your resort away from the beaten track. If you enjoy the thrill of an iconic metropolis along with the freedom to explore at your own pace then our flexible cities by train escapes will be just the ticket! head to london and perhaps use the hop on, hop off buses to see the sights then take in a west End show. or choose liverpool, spend a day discovering the many attractions of albert dock – then step back to the swinging sixties at the legendary Cavern Club. Experience the rich heritage and vibrant culture of aberdeen or opt for Carlisle and spend time uncovering the past at the castle. Maybe you’d like to fuel your wanderlust with our Jersey guided walking tour where you don’t just skim the surface but dig deep and discover what makes this historic island unique. Take to the peddles on our new river cruise. hop aboard your bike and take in the sights of the river rhine. optional upgrade to an electric bike. The world is your oyster - go grab it with ACTIvE and have

FREESTYLE LIvERPOOL By train

Join direct at glasgow or edinBurgh DAYS Inn

Ideally located just minutes from Liverpool’s Liver Building and famous Albert Dock, the Days Inn is modern in style and enjoys views over the Mersey River.

Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Location:

96%

Food:

56%

Comfort & cleanliness: 91%

Hop aboard the high speed train at Glasgow and you’ll be in the heart of lively Liverpool before you know it. You’ll be staying at the centrally located Days Inn Hotel on a bed and breakfast basis for maximum flexibility to explore at your own pace. To help you make the most of your time in Liverpool, here are a few suggestions of places you might like to visit... Albert Dock: Beatle Story, Tate Liverpool, Merseyside Maritime Museum, Victorian Carousel and The International Slavery Museum as well as shops, bars and restaurants • Mersey Ferry • The Cavern Club • Liverpool Cathedral • 251 Menlove Avenue: John Lennon’s childhood home • 20 Forthlin Road: Paul McCartney’s childhood home • Royal Liver Building • Walker Art Gallery • Croxteth Hall

3 DAYS FRoM £199 Mon 10 Apr Mon 22 May

Mon 3 Jul Mon 18 Sep

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Holiday Code: GETRLT

Please note: Transfers to and from the hotel are not included you will need to make your own way with luggage there and back. Prices shown are for guidance only. They are correct at the time of printing. We have included a reasonable budget for your train, however you may be subject to a supplement. If so you will be advised at the time of booking. Train times will be confirmed four weeks prior to travel. Bedrooms at hotels may not be available until 4pm on your day of arrival.

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FREESTYLE gRANITE CITY By train

FREESTYLE CARLISLE By train

Join direct at glasgow or edinBurgh

Join direct at glasgow Board your train at Glasgow and head to historic Carlisle. Located in Cumbria, this border city boasts attractions such as a 900-year-old castle located close to the remains of Hadrian’s Wall and housing the turret where Mary, Queen of Scots was held prisoner. Carlisle also has a medieval cathedral with beautiful stained glass windows and the impressive Prior’s Tower within its grounds. There are interesting museums such as the airport’s Aviation Museum and the Guildhall Museum which is housed in a medieval dwelling. Leafy Rickerby Park on the banks of the River Eden is the city’s lungs and features a Victorian folly tower as well as a poignant war memorial.

CoUntY hotel

The County Hotel is located in the heart of the city with most attractions within a few minutes’ walk. The hotel has a restaurant and late night bar serving snacks.

3 DAYS FRoM £119 Thu 30 Mar

Single room supplement £30

Board your train and head to the Granite City. Aberdeen has a rich heritage and vibrant culture along with an array of museums and art galleries. Perhaps visit the award-winning Maritime Museum, explore the seventeenth century jail known as The Tolbooth or uncover the history of one of the most celebrated regiments in the British Army at the Gordon Highlander’s Museum. In the north of the city, St Machar’s Cathedral has a unique heraldic ceiling and dates back to the twelfth century – it is said to be where William Wallace’s left arm is buried. If you feel like stretching your legs, stroll along Aberdeen’s bracing Beach Boulevard or head to Duthie Park where you’ll find acres of gardens with fountains and ponds to explore.

StAtIon hotel

Located just a short walk from Aberdeen city centre, the impressive Station Hotel is a historic building featuring a striking granite facade and boasting comfortable lounge bars and excellent customer service.

3 DAYS FRoM £129

Thu 26 Oct

Fri 26 May

Holiday Code: GETRCT

Fri 16 Jun

Single room supplement £24

Fri 28 Jul Holiday Code: GSTRAT

FREESTYLE 4 STAR LONDON By train Join direct at glasgow or edinBurgh

toWeR hotel

A luxurious four star hotel, situated next to the iconic Tower Bridge and St Katherine’s Dock, with its colourful yachts, boutiques and walkways. The Tower offers a choice of restaurants and bars all with exceptional views.

EXPLORE LONDON AT YOUR OWN PACE Hop aboard the high speed train at either Glasgow or Edinburgh stations and you’ll be in the very heart of cosmopolitan London before you know it. You will have a choice of hotels, depending when you choose to travel, both include bed and breakfast and are centrally located, ideal for exploring and seeing the sights.

5 DAYS FRoM £399 Tue 1 Aug

Sat 5 Aug

Single room supplement £230

Wed 9 Aug

Holiday Code: GETRLT

Whilst in London your time is your own to do as much or as little as you like - here are a few suggestions..... The Tower of London • Thames sightseeing cruise • Coca-Cola London Eye • Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, Clarence House (seasonal opening times apply) • Natural History Museum • West End shows • Afternoon tea • Sightseeing bus • The Shard And the list goes on..... Please note: Transfers to and from the hotel are not included you will need to make your own way with luggage there and back. Prices shown are for guidance only. They are correct at the time of printing. We have included a reasonable budget for your train, however you may be subject to a supplement. If so you will be advised at the time of booking. Train times will be confirmed four weeks prior to travel. Bedrooms at hotels may not be available until 4pm on your day of arrival.

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Cruise & CyCle on the rhine & moselle

NEW FOR 2017

aBoard Prinses christina Take in scintillating sights from the saddle as you power along the

riverbanks of the Rhine and Moselle on a captivating cruise. This popular cycle route is paved or asphalted and does not have any hills to worry about. Non-cyclists can opt to stay on board and just enjoy the cruise or for those new to cycling why not upgrade to the electric bicycle option? Highlights include Andernach, a little gem that is home to the world’s highest cold water spouting geyser, Cochem where snaking streets of wine taverns are tucked below imposing Reichsburg Castle and Boppard has a chairlift that gently glides you up to an attractive viewpoint. Rudesheim boasts historical treasures while historic Koblenz nestles at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle.

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PRInSeS ChRIStInA

thursday. We head to Hull for our overnight ferry to the continent enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast on board. friday. We pause at the Dutch town of Valkenburg then continue to Cologne to board the Prinses Christina. saturday. We depart Cologne, sailing to Bonn where you can choose to remain on board and cruise onwards to Andernach or hop aboard the bike provided and cycle the twenty-seven miles to this quaint town. En route you will pass Königswinter, home to the Schloss Drachenburg - a fairytale palace on the Drachenfels. Your ship will arrive in Andernach late afternoon – perhaps visit the world´s biggest cold water geyser with its fountain soaring to over sixty metres. sunday. Today our ship glides us to Winningen where again you have the choice of staying on board and sailing to Cochem or cycling the seventeen miles to this traditional German village. En route you will pass storybook Castle Eltz, a romantic palace dating from the 12th century. Take time to visit the incomparable Reichsburg fortress during your free time in Cochem. monday. Our cruise continues to Boppard, a pretty town bursting with medieval charm. Continue sailing to Rudesheim or take to your bike and pedal the twenty-eight miles along the popular Rhine Cycle Path to this fun-filled resort. tuesday. Depart Rudesheim early morning for your cycle or cruise to Koblenz forty miles away. Koblenz has a modern cable car that takes you up to an ancient fortress and is famous for its German Corner, a square watched over by a gigantic statue of Kaiser Wilhelm. Later we sail back to Cologne and tuck into our farewell dinner. Wednesday. We disembark after breakfast and head for the ferry back to Hull enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast on board. thursday. We continue home. 86

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This tastefully furnished ship includes a forward lounge on the Promenade Deck, with a dance floor and bar area, and a separate restaurant on the Cabin Deck. There is a spacious open-air Sun Deck, which is partially covered. • Full board on the ship including hot/cold buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner • Morning coffee and afternoon tea whilst cruising. Glenton customers who rate the hotel either good or excellent: Comfort & cleanliness: Food:

89% 93%

Entertainment:

62%

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Lunch while river cruising • Coach and ferry travel throughout • Bicycle hire • Full holiday itinerary • Welcome pack • Cycle helmet • Route map

8 DAYS FRoM £799 Thu 28 Sep Main Deck

Y £799

Sorry, no single cabins are available Non cycle discount £70

Promenade Deck

Holiday Code: MCRICN £839

Upgrade to electric bicycle £50 supplement

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jERSEY By air

flying from glasgow or edinBurgh airPort

JOin direCt At AirPOrt

Our fascinating walking tours, hosted by Arthur Lamy take us off the beaten track to places such as the fishing village of St Aubin, La Corbiere viewpoint, St Catherine’s Breakwater and Bouley Bay – all in the company of a local guide who will regale you with tales of the island’s past including the German war tunnels and Neolithic landmarks.

your holiday itinerary saturday. Flying from Glasgow or Edinburgh Airport. You will be transferred to the Westhill Hotel for your seven night stay. sunday. Spend the day at leisure, perhaps take advantage of the free curiosity bus provided by the Westhill Hotel and see the sights of the island capital. St Helier is a lively town buzzing with life behind its pretty waterfront. There is a pedestrianised shopping area, open air markets and numerous pavement cafés. Howard Davis Park is a wonderful retreat with its luxurious plants that thrive in the islands glorious mild climate. monday. After breakfast you will be transfered to St Helier for your first guided walk of the holiday. Our half day walking tour takes in the Town Hall, Fish Market and the Victorian Central Market. Learn all about the fishermen’s huts, the Honorary Police and the island’s unusual relationship with the monarchy along with tales about the famous cows. The tour concludes at Royal Square where you relive the last land battle fought on the British Isles. tuesday. As there is so much to see and do in Jersey we have set aside another day so you can explore some more or enjoy the fabulous facilities at your hotel. Wednesday. After breakfast your transfer will take you to St Aubins to start our guided walking tour. St Aubin, home to a pub where Karl Marx once stayed and the ancient seat of the Seigneurs of Franc Fief. Our walk takes us alongside a disused railway line to the lighthouse at La Corbiere where we take in the stunning views. After lunch, we continue to the flat sands at St Ouen’s Bay. thursday. A free day to do some last minute shopping or perhaps relax on the beach. friday. After breakfast your transfer will take you to Bouley Bay for our last walking tour of your holiday. Beginning at the charming north coast harbour of Bouley Bay, this coastal route takes us along undulating rugged cliff paths, soaking up views of mainland France as we wind our way to our lunch stop in the tiny fishing hamlet of Rozel. In the afternoon, we follow the coast via sandy tracks and quiet lanes, passing Fliquet Bay before descending to the impressive 600-metre-long St Catherine’s Breakwater.

WeSthIll CoUntRY hotel - St helIeR This family run hotel is situated in an elevated position, inland on the rural outskirts of Jersey’s capital St Helier, in five acres of award-winning gardens. Many of our GlentoneeRS have raved about the relaxed informality and warm hospitality of this lovely hotel with its two outdoor pools, hot tub and poolside bar.

7 nIGhtS FRoM £689 Sat 3 Jun

£689

Single Superior £126

Sat 2 Sep Pool view/garden view £28

£699 Holiday Code: AECIJA

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Return flights with seat allocation & baggage allowance • Resort transfers • Guided walking tours

saturday. After breakfast, its time bid farewell before our transfer to the airport for our flight home.

Prices are correct at the time of print. We have included a reasonable budget for your flights, however you maybe subject to an airfare supplement. If so you will be advised at the time of booking. Customers will be required to walk from the terminal building to the transfer vehicles. Due to security restrictions customers must be able to handle their own luggage while in transit. Flights are based on lowcost carriers 2017 schedule and can be subject to change.

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CAll nOW fOr Our dediCAted GOOd COmPAniOns BrOChure

DEDICATED TO THE SOLO TRAVELLER With gOOD COMPANIONS you sidestep the stress of travelling alone and just enjoy your break in the company of new friends and your convivial host. There are no irritating single room supplements to pay either in the UK or abroad on gOOD COMPANIONS holidays. Little wonder these escorted tours for mature single travellers get more and more popular every year.

gOOD COMPANIONS HOLIDAYS FEATURE: • • •

Services of a gOOD COMPANIONS host No single room supplements Welcome reception

gOOD COMPANIONS HOSTS Our dedicated gOOD COMPANIONS hosts accompany you on your holiday to mix and mingle with everyone in your group. Hosts will be available daily, will accompany you on any included excursions and assist with any queries you may have concerning your holiday. Hosts will, of course, offer practical assistance in the event of an emergency by being a link to vital services, but please be aware hosts are there to assist with social aspects of the tour and will endeavour to share their time will all members of the group.

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gREAT gETAWAYS IN gOOD COMPANY Tempting resorts, friendly faces, exciting excursions, cheery hosts and intriguing itineraries – just some of the special ingredients you can look forward to on a gLENTON gOOD COMPANIONS holiday. Explore England, discover Ireland, visit Wales, see the best of Scotland, sail into the sunset on an ocean cruise or fly off to warmer climes. All accompanied by helpful hosts who will make sure you never feel left on your own. The holidays on the following pages are just for starters – our dedicated gOOD COMPANIONS brochure is packed full of tried and tested favourites along with enticing new getaways for 2017.

FREE HOME PICkUP ON gOOD COMPANIONS AIR HOLIDAYS AND OCEAN CRUISES To get your gOOD COMPANIONS air or ocean adventure off to a good start, we’ll send a driver to pick you up from your own front door*. On your return, you’ll be met at the port or airport and whisked home with your luggage and memories of a great holiday. Excludes Taster Cruises.

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HIgHLIgHTS FROM OUR gOOD COMPANIONS COLLECTION HAPPY DAYS

A TASTE OF SCOTLAND LUNCH CRUISE day triP

rAymOnd GuBBAy Presents AntOn & erin ‘sWinG time’

the steAmie

Holiday Code: GDCLYN

DAYS tRIP onlY £45 K

Fri 1 Sep

Only £39

Kings Theatre, Glasgow (includes lunch) Wed 25 Oct

Select dAWyCK BOtAniC GArdens & AfternOOn teA At CrinGletie hOuse Fri 30 Jun, Wed 26 Jul, Wed 23 Aug, Fri 22 Sep

st AndreWs seAside JAunt

Only £49 Only £30

Sun 26 Mar, Sat 13 May, Sat 15 Jul, Sat 21 Oct

nOrth BerWiCK, sCOttish seABird Centre & BAss rOCK Cruise

Only £47

Sat 20 May, Sat 1 Jul, Sat 2 Sep

KelPies & AfternOOn teA On the BO’ness – Kinneil steAm rAilWAy

Only £50

Sat 22 Apr, Sat 17 Jun, Sat 5 Aug, Sun 15 Oct

CAirn O’mOhr Winery – thistle tOur Thu 4 May, Thu 20 Jul, Thu 28 Sep

memOries Of millPOrt Fri 28 Apr

Only £65

Glasgow Royal Concert Hall (includes lunch) Sun 5 Mar

Sat 10 Jun, Thu 6 Jul, Sat 26 Aug

isle Of ArrAn & ArOmAtiCs Sat 8 Apr, Wed 30 Aug, Sat 7 Oct

Only £39 Only £45 Only £35

DAY tRIPS PRICe InClUDeS • Coach travel (excludes certain day trips) • Services of a GooD CoMPAnIonS host • Welcome pack

Select gRETNA gREEN & the dark sPirit of whitehaven

WEST MIDLANDS wild days & waterways

Striking Gretna Hall Hotel is a historic manor house standing in acres of gorgeous gardens and makes a splendid base for our fun-filled holiday. We venture out to Haltwhistle, a pretty town located right in the centre of Britain and home to alpine flowers and quirky tearooms. We continue to Hexham, voted England’s favourite market town by readers of Country Life magazine and home to an ancient abbey and medieval gaol. On another day we discover the mysteries of the rum trade at the authentic Dark Spirit of Whitehaven warehouse where we are welcomed with tea & biscuits. This multi award winning attraction is set in the original eighteenth century shop and we experience life in an old world Georgian town before being transported to an exotic Caribbean island. Naturally, our entertaining guided tour includes a snifter of rum! Visits to the smart market town of Dumfries and Gretna Gateway Outlet Village conclude our varied itinerary.

5 DAYS onlY £339 Mon 27 Mar

PRICe InClUDeS

Holiday Code: GSGRGS

Our base is the ultra modern Jury’s Inn Hinckley Island, an oasis of tranquillity set in rolling countryside and boasting chic lounge bars and a superb leisure club. Look forward to a wild day out at West Midlands Safari Park where you’ll find baby rhinos, cheetahs, giraffes and elephants, to name but a few of the amazing wildlife at this attraction. On another day we head to the Regency town of Leamington Spa where you might like to visit the Royal Pump Rooms museum and art gallery. For our final day out we embark on a cruise around picturesque Rutland Water then call in at the bustling market town of Melton Mowbray.

5 DAYS onlY £389 Mon 31 Jul

Holiday Code: GEHIJS

the Select COlleCtiOn Select st Annes luXury & insPirAtiOnAl illuminAsiA Mon 13 Mar, Mon 23 Oct

From £339

Select rOyAl CrOWn derBy, nOttinGhAm & BeAutiful BuXtOn Mon 17 Apr Only £379 Select hArrOGAte, yOrK’s ChOCOlAte stOry & sAltAire WOrld heritAGe site Mon 22 May

Only £389

Select WhitBy, hArrOGAte & yOrKshire mOOrs VillAGes Mon 7 Aug Only £399 Select tenBy, the mumBles & rOyAl mint WAles Sun 10 Sep

Only £389

• Dinner, B&B • Luxury coach travel throughout • Excursions • Services of a GooD CoMPAnIonS host • Premium welcome pack • No single room supplement

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CALEDONIAN CANAL CRUISE & nostalgic train Journeys

PleAse see Our GOOd COmPAniOns 2017 BrOChure fOr mOre GOOd COmPAniOns sCOttish tOurs

This scenic and evocative holiday is based at the traditional Highlander Hotel in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, a special place that is home to sparkling lochs and soaring mountains. Out and about we take a trip on the enchanting Strathspey Steam Railway to scenic Aviemore and we ride the legendary West Highland Line across the Glenfinnan Viaduct to Mallaig. A special treat will be our sail on the Caledonian Canal, a cruising experience that will be forever etched on your mind and an amazing way to experience Scotland’s mountains, lochs and glens.

5 DAYS FRoM £349 Mon 24 Apr £359

Fri 27 Oct

£349

Holiday Code: GSNEHN

DUBLIN, LULLYMORE & kilBeggan distillery exPerience

SEASIDE RESORT OF BUNDORAN, donegal town & letterkenny

Our base is the award winning and outstandingly popular Hamlet Court Hotel where you can look forward to traditional entertainment including Irish coffee and soda bread making demos. A holiday highlight will be our atmospheric Kilbeggan Distillery Experience. Dating back to 1757, you will be transported back through the centuries as you view the creaking waterwheel and giant steam engine before your masterclass in tasting three whiskeys from the distillery’s range. Another treat is our day in Dublin where the countless attractions include Trinity College, St Patrick’s Cathedral and Dublin Castle as well as a leprechaun museum. We also enjoy a visit to the multi award winning Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park and guests on our six day holiday enjoy the added bonus of a visit to the pretty walled town of Athlone.

We stay at the outstanding four star Great Northern Hotel in Bundoran which stands in acres of parkland overlooking Donegal Bay and just a few minutes’ walk from the sandy beach. Out and about we take in a tour of Belleek Pottery where we see original pieces made by traditional methods. On another day we visit the bustling harbour town of Donegal before continuing to colourful Ballyshannon, the oldest town in Ireland. We spend our final day out in lovely Letterkenny, where you’ll find craft shops, pretty parks and heritage sites.

5 DAYS FRoM £349 Mon 17 Apr £359

Mon 30 Oct £349

6 DAYS onlY £439 Sun 9 Jul

5 DAYS onlY £399 Mon 1 May

Mon 26 Jun

Holiday Code: GIENHN

Sun 17 Sep

Holiday Code: GIBUGN

COUNTRYFILE LIvE & THE COTSWOLDS If you’re a fan of the BBC’s Countryfile show, then don’t miss this captivating tour celebrating the British countryside! Staged at splendid Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Winston Churchill and where the stunning grounds were landscaped by Capability Brown and feature a lavender garden and a giant maze. Look forward to getting up close to fur and feathered friends, learning about local crafts, sampling real ale and watching cookery displays along with listening to talks from presenters such as John Craven, Anita Rani, Matt Baker and Ellie Harrison. On another day we discover the picture postcard beauty of the Cotswolds with our excursion taking in Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water and Broadway. Our base is the Britannia Royal Court Hotel which stands in its own ground in Keresley.

4 DAYS onlY £269 Fri 4 Aug

PRICe InClUDeS 90

Holiday Code: GEKERN • Dinner, B&B • Coach travel throughout • Excursions as stated • Services of a GooD CoMPAnIonS host • Welcome pack • No single room supplement

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ISLE OF WIgHT at a leisurely Pace

BEST OF ENgLAND

The enchanting Isle of Wight has sandy beaches with all the fun of the seaside as well as pretty parks and quaint thatch-roofed villages. Our holiday is based in the popular resort of Sandown where you’ll find a lovely promenade, pleasure pier, crazy golf and an abundance of cafés and gift shops. We stay at the Parkbury Hotel, a fine Georgian property set in its own grounds featuring a lounge bar with dance floor.

your holiday itinerary sunday. We travel south to our overnight hotel for dinner and an evening at leisure. monday. After breakfast we continue south to Portsmouth to board our ferry for our crossing to Fishbourne. We then head for Sandown and check into the Parkbury Hotel for our five night stay. tuesday. Enjoy a visit to Newport, a historic town with elegant squares, a museum and art gallery. Wednesday. A free day to do your own thing or join your host on the local bus to visit nearby Shanklin. thursday. Our treat today is a visit to Ryde where you’ll find a pleasure pier and the Waltzing Waters attraction. friday. Today we explore this gorgeous island stopping at picture postcard Godshill, Alum Bay, Yarmouth and the famous Needles. saturday. We check out of the Parkbury Hotel, hop aboard the ferry back to Portsmouth then travel north to our overnight hotel for dinner and an evening at leisure. sunday. After a restful night and a tasty breakfast, we journey home to Scotland.

lAKe distriCt Gems 4 days 5 days

Fri 28 Apr, Fri 29 Sep Mon 17 Apr, Mon 30 Oct

Only £199 From £259

st Annes & the ChOCOlAte hOuse 4 days 5 days

Fri 2 Jun, Fri 7 Jul, Fri 29 Sep Mon 3 Apr, Mon 4 Sep

From £219 From £279

AlnWiCK CAstle, hOly islAnd & nOrthumBriA’s COAst 5 days

Sun 30 Apr, Sun 30 Jul, Sun 24 Sep

From £349

AnCient durhAm & mArKet tOWns Of yOrKshire 5 days

Thu 6 Apr, Thu 1 Jun, Mon 4 Sep

Only £349

linCOlnshire hiGhliGhts & AfternOOn teA On the nene VAlley steAm trAin 5 days

Mon 24 Jul, Mon 9 Oct

From £339

GreAt yArmOuth, histOriC nOrWiCh & stAtely BliCKley hAll 5 days

Mon 20 Mar, Mon 30 Oct

From £249

WestOn suPer mAre, rOyAl BAth & hOrse drAWn CAnAl Cruise 5 days

Mon 10 Apr, Mon 25 Sep

From £269

deVOn hiGhliGhts & quinCe hOney fArm 7 days

Sun 7 May, Sun 29 Oct

From £379

8 DAYS FRoM £449 Sun 28 May £499

Sun 8 Oct

£449

Holiday Code: GESAPN

LLANDUDNO, PORTMEIRION & welsh highland railway

BEST OF WALES

Lovely Llandudno boasts the longest pier in Wales and Britain’s only cablehauled tramway. Exciting excursions include a trip back in time on the Welsh Highland Railway. We join this spectacular steam train at Caernarfon and rumble through stunning scenery to Porthmadog. From here we drive to the Mediterranean style village of Portmeirion - location for the classic TV series, The Prisoner. A visit to medieval Conwy and the quaint traditional village of Betws-y-Coed as well as a free day in resort concludes our sightseeing. Staying at the cosy Baytree Hotel on Llandudno’s Grand Promenade.

rhyl, Chester & AnGlesey menAi strAit Cruise 5 days

Mon 6 Mar, Mon 24 Apr, Mon 30 Oct

From £199

llAndrindOd Wells & thunderinG elAn VAlley dAms 5 days

Mon 10 Apr, Mon 2 Oct

Only £289

5 DAYS FRoM £249 Mon 6 Mar £249

PRICe InClUDeS

Mon 8 May £299

Mon 2 Oct

£279

Holiday Code: GWLLBN

• Dinner, B&B • Coach travel throughout • Excursions • Services of a GooD CoMPAnIonS host • Welcome pack • No single room supplement

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CONTINENTAL COACH TOURS hidden Gems Of luXemBOurG

Our holiday base is Vianden, a petty hamlet with a stunning castle tucked away in an enchanting spot near Luxembourg’s border with Germany. Delightful sightseeing takes in sophisticated Luxembourg City, ancient Echternacht and the tourist hub of Remich. You’ll be staying at the lovely Grand Hotel de Vianden, ideally situated within walking distance of the heart of the village, the River Our and the grand castle.

your holiday itinerary thursday. We head to Hull to board our P&O ferry to Rotterdam enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast on board. friday. We make our way to magical Vianden where the afternoon is free for sightseeing. Perhaps visit the castle, hop aboard the land train or catch the chairlift to take in the views. saturday. Today we head to Luxembourg City for a guided walking tour of this stylish metropolis. Fascinating points of interest include the impressive Palais-Grand Ducal and the atmospheric Bock Casemates – a honeycomb of 17th century passages. sunday. We head along the banks of the Moselle to pretty Remich. Known as the Pearl of the Moselle, this tourist resort features winding lanes and a treelined promenade along the riverbank. We continue through the breathtaking Mullertahl region to Echternach, the oldest town in Luxembourg with two thousand years of history. monday. Following some free time in Vianden, we travel to the ferry back to the UK with dinner, entertainment and breakfast on board. tuesday. We journey home.

6 DAYS FRoM £399 Thu 9 Mar Thu 11 May

£399 £499

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Thu 26 Oct

£449

Holiday Code: MCVIGS

KeuKenhOf mini Cruise We travel to Holland to experience Keukenhof – a stunning park renowned as the most beautiful spring garden in the world. Wander the picturesque paths between seven million bulbs in bloom and alongside over thirty different flower shows including the largest lily display in Europe.

We stay at the Hotel Mercure, centrally located in enchanting Ostend. This Belgian seaside town has a sandy beach, lovely promenade, a bustling fishing harbour and Fort Napoleon – a fortification built in 1811 and later used as a German artillery quarter in both world wars. your holiday itinerary

your holiday itinerary monday. We head to Hull to board our P&O ferry to Rotterdam enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast on board. Dance to live music, catch the latest movie at the cinema, relax with your favourite tipple in the piano bar or try your luck at the casino. tuesday. We make the short coach journey to Keukenhof. This magnificent historic park will be in all its glory with a vibrant springtime patchwork quilt of colourful blooms. Explore the landscaped grounds and pavilions at your own pace. Late afternoon we return to our ferry back to Hull enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast on board. Wednesday. We journey home enjoying some free time in York en route.

Inside single

£199

sunday. We head to Hull to board our P&O ferry to Zeebrugge enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast on board. monday. We travel the short distance to medieval Bruges for free time to perhaps take a canal cruise or a horse-drawn carriage ride. Later, we check into our hotel for our two night stay. tuesday. A half day visit to Dunkirk where you can explore the port, visit Operation Dynamo Museum or the 13th century Belfry. Afternoon free in Ostend. Wednesday. We check out and journey to Blankenberge, home to a beach, marina and a pleasure pier. Late afternoon we continue to Zeebrugge for our ferry back to Hull with dinner, entertainment and breakfast on board. thursday. Our journey home is punctuated with a few hours in fairytale York.

3 DAYS FRoM £199 Mon 24 Apr

seAside Ostend & Beautiful Bruges

5 DAYS FRoM £399 Outside single

£239 Holiday Code: MCPOKN

Sun 25 Jun £429

Sun 3 Sep

£429

Sun 8 Oct

£399

Holiday Code: MCOSMN

PRICe InClUDeS • Dinner, B&B • Coach travel throughout • Welcome reception • Services of a GooD CoMPAnIonS host • Excursions as stated • No single room supplement 92

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ITALY

flying from edinBurgh airPort welcome to our exciting range of gOOD COMPANIONS air holidays for solo travellers – all in the company of like-minded folk, escorted by a friendly host and with no single room supplements to pay!

PRICe InClUDeS • Return flights • Baggage allowance • Seat reservation • Door to Door service* • Resort transfers • Meals as stated • Services of a GooD CoMPAnIonS host

Jersey - flyinG frOm GlAsGOW AirPOrt Popular Jersey has a beautiful coastline and history at every turn. Staying at the outstanding Westhill Hotel on a half board basis.

4 NIgHTS from £599

Tue 2 May

Tue 26 Sep

included excursions

CrOAtiA - flyinG frOm edinBurGh AirPOrt The Med’s best kept secret where medieval towns blend with pretty bays. Staying at the superlative Flower Complex Hotel on a half board basis.

7 NIgHTS from £699

Sun 14 May

Sun 17 Sep

murCiA - flyinG frOm GlAsGOW PrestWiCK AirPOrt Based in San Pedro del Pinatar, a quaint resort with sandy beaches, mud baths and Roman ruins. Staying at the Hotel Traina on a half board basis.

7 NIgHTS FROM £749

Fri 21 Apr

Mon 4 Sep

AlGArVe - flyinG frOm GlAsGOW AirPOrt Albufeira is an old fishing village that has grown into a major resort with music bars and a modern marina. Staying at the Hotel Auramar on a half board basis.

7 NIgHTS FROM £649

Sat 11 Mar

Sat 19 Nov

of the Pyrenees

Our enchanting base is the Hotel Coral Platja Elit, set in the heart of a pretty little pueblo called Roses that stretches between the sea and mountains on Spain’s Costa Brava. Relax on the beach or hop aboard a pleasure cruise around the coastline. A former Greek colony, you’ll find evidence of the old city as well as a natural marina with a network of canals.

little yellow train to mont louis We begin the day with some wine tasting at the walled commune of Thuir then board the Little Yellow

6 nIGhtS FRoM £699

Train and scale dramatic landscapes to historic Mont Louis. sanctuary of nuria Look forward to a rack railway trip up to the Sanctuary of Nuria – an ancient pilgrimage site. train du Pays Cathare et du fenouilledes Relax as you trundle through a land of vines and castles to the quaint hamlet of Axat.

hAlF boARD

Sun 16 Apr

7 nIGhtS FRoM £949

hAlF boARD

Sat 20 May No single room supplement

Holiday Code: AEITMTGC

Berlin boasts landmark attractions such as the famous Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie and the Alexanderplatz main square. We stay at the four star Abacus Tierpark Hotel, ideally located in the Lichtenberg area of Berlin, close to the underground. There is a chic bar, conservatory restaurant and a Finnish sauna.

Holiday Code: AEPYCGC

INCLUDES CITY TOUR

included excursions Guided City Walking tour Guided tour of Berlin includes the eastern area with the TV Tower, the Karl-Marx-Allee and the Brandenburg Gate. Cross the Tiergarten, Berlin’s largest park, to discover the western area: the Potsdamer Platz, the famous Kurfurstendamm (a boulevard par excellence) and the new Governmental District. Visit the Berlin Wall Museum at Checkpoint Charlie.

4 nIGhtS FRoM £529 Sun 14 May

No single room supplement

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florence Know as the ‘Cradle of the Renaissance’ featuring exquisite architecture and the must see attractions Ponte Vecchio, Piazza Del Duomo and the Uffizi Gallery.

flying from glasgow airPort

flying from glasgow Prestwick airPort

roses express & Cap de Creus nature Park We hop aboard the Roses Express land train and rumble through the town and into beautiful Cap de Creus Nature Park.

Pisa & lucca Spend some time in Pisa renowned for its iconic Leaning Tower. We continue to picturesque Lucca, a grand city dating back to the Middle Ages with ancient walls and a fine cathedral.

BERLIN

LITTLE TRAINS

included excursions

Montecatini Terme is a peaceful spa town built around a large park in the heart of Tuscany and famed for its wellness INCLUDES centres. Perhaps hop EXCURSIONS PISA & LUCCA aboard the funicular railway & FLORENCE to the top of the mountain and take in the stunning views. You’ll be staying at the elegant Hotel Miro, a converted monastery centrally located close to the resort’s famous spas and featuring a poolside bar, garden and sun terrace.

beD & bReAKFASt Mon 2 Oct

No single room supplement

Holiday Code: AEGRBEGC

• Board as stated • Door to Door service* • Return flights • Baggage allowance & seat reservation • Excursions as stated • Resort transfers • Services of a GOOD COMPANIONS host

Prices are correct at the time of print. We have included a reasonable budget for your flights, however you maybe subject to an airfare supplement. If so you will be advised at the time of booking. Customers will be required to walk from the terminal building to the transfer vehicles. Due to security restrictions customers must be able to handle their own luggage at all times while in transit. Flights are based on lowcost carriers 2017 schedule and can be subject to change. *Conditions apply. Please see air brochure for Door to Door details.

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PRESENTINg MARCO POLO with her traditional handsome profile, teak decks and distinctive dark blue hull, Marco Polo is a classic ocean liner with comfortable lounges and elegantly furnished bars and restaurants.

CRUISE COLLECTION There is no better place for gOOD COMPANIONS to get together than on a Cruise & Maritime voyages cruise ship. a cruise is like no other holiday and sharing the experience with new found friends makes it even more special. So why not browse our tempting collection of ocean cruises for fun-loving gOOD COMPANIONS? gasp at the norwegian fjords, soak up the sun in the sizzling azores or explore exciting Iceland. The choice is yours...

PRICES INCLUDE

sail from Bristol avonmouth aBoard marco Polo This sun soaked ocean adventure gets underway with a touch of Spain at La Coruna from where you might like to visit the pilgrimage city of Santiago de Compostela. Your ship then glides around the Azores where you’ll get a taste of paradise feasting your eyes on gorgeous beaches and a lush hinterland with cascading waterfalls. Funchal is the pastel painted capital of Madeira, Lisbon has elegant squares alongside a honeycomb of cobbled streets then Leixoes is our gateway to historic Oporto. holiday highlights: La Coruna • Faial, Praia da Vitoria, Ponta Delgada (The Azores) • Madeira • Lisbon • Leixoes (for Oporto)

• Sole occupancy cabin

16 nIGhtS FRoM £2999

• all meals & snacks onboard

Mon 3 Apr

• Door to Door* service with coach transfers (where applicable) • Overnight hotel before cruise (where stated) • Free holiday insurance option • Services of a gOOD COMPANIONS host

FREE HOLIDAY INSURANCE OPTION

SPRINgTIME IN THE AzORES & MADEIRA

Door to Door* SERvICE ON MOST HOLIDAYS

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inCludes dinner, B&B in the BristOl AreA BefOre sAilinG

Holiday code: OCMGCP708

CANARY ISLANDS & MADEIRA sail from Bristol avonmouth aBoard marco Polo Our first treat on this sundrenched autumn cruise is Lisbon, a fine city characterised by an old Moorish Quarter with a labyrinth of cobbled alleyways. We then enjoy lazy days under blue skies as we voyage to the Canaries. Be awestruck by the lunar like landscapes of Lanzarote, explore the mini-continent of Gran Canaria, then top up your tan in Tenerife. Next up is Madeira as we drop anchor at Funchal on this flower blanketed isle then sail on to Leixoes, our gateway to Oporto.

inCludes dinner, B&B in the BristOl AreA BefOre sAilinG

holiday highlights: Lisbon • Lanzarote • Gran Canaria • Tenerife • Madeira • Leixoes (for Oporto)

14 nIGhtS FRoM £2499 Wed 11 Oct

Holiday code: OCMGCP728

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SPAIN, PORTUgAL, FRANCE & gIBRALTAR

sail from liverPool aBoard magellan

PRESENTINg MAgELLAN Magnificent Magellan boasts expansive wooded deck areas giving a real sense of spaciousness. Inside you’ll find a choice of bars and restaurants along with panoramic observation zones.

Make the most of summer on this escape with the enchanting ports of call of La Pallice, from where you might like to visit La Rochelle, Getxo, our gateway to Bilbao then your floating hotel cruises into the graceful city of Lisbon. Next, it’s Gibraltar, home to Barbary apes and astonishing caves, another taste of Spain as we dock at La Coruna then dynamic Dublin concludes our holiday. holiday highlights: La Pallice • Getxo (for Bilbao) • Lisbon • Gibraltar • La Coruna • Dublin

11 nIGhtS FRoM £1699 Tue 27 Jun

Holiday code: OCMGCG713

ICELAND & NORTHERN ISLES

sail from dundee aBoard magellan

TEMPTINg TASTER CRUISES ABOARD OCEAN LINERS... These incredible value taster cruises give you the chance to explore Marco Polo or Magellan and sample the joys of ocean cruising. look forward to sumptuous catering, top notch cabaret and a late night disco.

TASTER CRUISE & LIvERPOOL LANDMARkS sail from greenock aBoard marco Polo

3 DAYS FRoM £239 Sat 19 Aug

Holiday code: GOMGC723

NORTHUMBRIA COASTLINE & ST ANDREWS sail from newcastle aBoard magellan

2 DAYS FRoM £149 Sat 9 Sep

Holiday code: GOMGCG780

TASTER CRUISE & LONDON LANDMARkS sail from newcastle aBoard magellan

3 DAYS FRoM £229 Sat 23 Sep

Holiday code: GOMGCG723

Visit the far flung Faroes, discover Iceland and call in at the Shetland and Orkney isles on this adventure. Tórshavn is home to a wooden old town while Seydisfjördur is an Icelandic village cradled by mountains. Visit the world’s most northerly botanic gardens at Akureryi then soak up the surprisingly urban feel in Isafjördur. Onwards to Reykjavik with its mind blowing excursions such as the Blue Lagoon, then Lerwick and Kirkwall – gateways to a pictish fort and Skara Brae. holiday highlights: Tórshavn • Seydisfjördur • Akureyri • Isafjördur • Reykjavik • Lerwick • Kirkwall

12 nIGhtS FRoM £1799 Sun 23 Jul

Holiday code: OCMGCG7D6

MAjESTIC FjORDLAND & COSMOPOLITAN OSLO sail from dundee aBoard magellan Ports of call include Oslo, home to Norway’s Royal family and Parliament, 17th century Kristiansand, then Bergen where you might like to hop aboard the funicular train to the summit of Mount Floien. The popular tourist destination of Eidfjord beckons where mountains reflect in the glassy fjords then finally picturesque Flam with its legendary railway that climbs past the Kjosfossen Waterfall. holiday highlights: Oslo • Kristiansand • Bergen • cruising Hardangerfjord • Eidfjord • cruising Sognefjord • Flam

8 nIGhtS FRoM £1299 Fri 25 Aug

Holiday code: OCMGCG7D9

PRICES BASED ON SINGLE INSIDE CABINS. OUTSIDE CABINS ALSO AVAILABLE AT A SUPPLEMENT.

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InSpIrIng IrelAnD Destinations include... Cork, Dublin, Killarney, Donegal, Galway, Connemara, Letterkenny, Sligo... and many more

The Emerald Isle was voted best destination in the world at the Group Leisure Awards 2016, beating worthy contenders such as France, Germany and Italy! If you’re itching to see what all the fanfare is about, why not join our Grand Tour of Ireland and experience a hefty chunk of the land of leprechauns on one action-packed holiday? Highlights of this spectacular adventure include Letterkenny, Ballina, Galway, Sligo and Limerick as well as heading way off the beaten track to sleepy Achill Island before a grand finale night at Dublin’s Taylors Three Rocks Irish entertainment venue. New for 2017 are treasures such as our Country Homes themed break taking in storybook Birr Castle and romantic Russborough House as well as our tempting Taste of Ireland tour, based in lovely Lisdoonvarna and including gems like the amazing Ailwee Caves and beguiling Bunratty Folk Park. Be wowed by old favourites such as Killarney, Cork & the Ring of Kerry or take in beautiful scenery from Ireland’s glassy waters on our outstandingly popular Cruising the Emerald Isle holiday with treats such as the Donegal Bay Waterbus and sailing trips on both Lough Erne and the River Shannon. With so much to see and do, one trip to Ireland is never enough.

the tOurs On the fOllOWinG PAGes Are Just A tAste Of Our fAntAstiC irelAnd COlleCtiOn PleAse CAll fOr the lAtest editiOn Of Our irelAnd BrOChure.

Joining your INSPIRINg IRELAND holiday is easy! • • • •

dePArture POints & times fOr hOlidAys in irelAnd CODE Bathgate

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Cowdenbeath 09.30

Dundee

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Dunfermline

05.30

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East Kilbride†

07.00

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Edinburgh

06.00

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Falkirk Glasgow

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Paisley†

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On most departures, a people carrier will pick you up and transfer you to either Glasgow or Hamilton.

NEW FOR 2017

gRAND TOUR OF IRELAND & taylors three rocks irish night disCOVer the emerAld isle’s eXquisite treAsures then WhOOP it uP On A trAditiOnAl niGht Out At tAylOrs three rOCKs – duBlin’s leAdinG irish sOnG And dAnCe Venue Irish indulgences get underway with lovely Letterkenny where you’ll find craft shops, pretty parks and heritage sites. Derry delivers a grand procession of Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian architecture encircled by ancient walls and we include both a guided tour and entry to the city’s Tower Museum. We pop into historic Donegal Town on the banks of the River Eske then pause at Sligo, a coastal resort with crashing waves and golden sands. Next up is fourteenth century Ballina, nestling at the mouth of the River Moy and blessed with a stunning coastline. We cross the Michael Davitt Bridge to Achill Island, with its sleepy villages, powdery beaches and sky scraping Mount Slievemore. Galway beckons, a colourful town with winding alleys then we venture onwards to the charming medieval city of Limerick. A toe-tapping evening of traditional Irish entertainment at Dublin’s legendary Taylors Three Rocks nightspot is icing on the cake of our spectacular Irish adventure!

your holiday itinerary thursday. We journey to Cairnryan for our ferry then onwards to Letterkenny where we check in at the Station Hotel for two nights. friday. Treats kick off with a guided tour of Derry, Ireland’s only walled city and where intriguing sights include St Columbs Cathedral and the political murals. We include entry to the award winning Tower Museum where “The Story of Derry” and “An Armada Shipwreck” are the main exhibitions. saturday. We spend the morning in Donegal Town, home to a fifteenth century castle, Railway Heritage Museum and a craft village. From here we continue to Sligo for some free time to relax on the beach before heading to the Twin Trees Hotel & Leisure Club in Ballina for our two night stay. sunday. This morning we follow the spectacular Atlantic Coast Drive, overlooking the ocean and the island of Clare, arriving at Achill Island. This hidden gem is home to a Neolithic tomb and a deserted village that stands as a poignant reminder of the Great Famine. monday. Enjoy a morning at the National Museum of Ireland in Castlebar where you can learn all about the traditional way of life on the Emerald Isle through folk themed exhibitions. Afternoon brings a guided tour of Galway, a gorgeous city that packs a lot of hidden treasures into its winding streets. From here we travel to the Limerick City Hotel for our two night stay.

tuesday. Get your bearings and a taste of Limerick with our morning guided walking tour then continue sightseeing at your own pace. Perhaps explore thirteenth century King John’s Castle on King’s Island in the medieval heart of the city - a thirteenth century fortress with a state-of-theart visitor centre that brings history to life. Elsewhere, view the collections at the City Gallery of Art or the rare antiquities at the Hunt Museum. Wednesday. A free morning in Limerick to do your own thing before we journey to Bray and check in to the Esplanade Hotel for our two night stay. Time to get your glad rags on for our fantastic night out at Taylors Three Rocks. Here we tuck into a delicious three course meal along with a whiskey and an Irish coffee before the entertainment kicks off. Look forward to Irish dancers and musicians – and get ready to join in! thursday. We head to Dublin Fair City where we visit the brand new GPO Witness History Visitor Centre in legendary O’Connell Street where a band of rebels stormed the building on Easter Monday 1916. Here you will experience the events of the Easter Rising from both sides of the conflict at this interactive attraction. The rest of the day is yours to explore at your own pace. friday. We head for our ferry back to Cairnryan and continue home.

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You will stay in carefully chosen hotels from the Glenton Select collection. Please see itinerary for details.

9 DAYS onlY £699 Thu 24 Aug

Single room supplement £180

Holiday Code: GIGRTS

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SLIgO, WESTPORT & knock get together

ST PATRICk’S DAY DELIgHTS

INCLUDES 2 NIGHTS ENTERTAINMENT & A GLASS OF WINE WITH DINNER Whoop it up with nights of fun, laughter and great entertainment at the superb Downhill Inn Hotel. This family run hotel is a mile from the centre of medieval Ballina and near the mouth of the River Moy. Out and about we visit historic Sligo, the Georgian town of Westport, the pilgrimage village of Knock and quaint Castlebar.

Celebrate St Patrick’s Day on the welcoming Emerald Isle enjoying glitzy parades with colourful floats, traditional food and pulsating entertainment! Choose between Letterkenny and Killarney.

5 DAYS onlY £199 Sun 12 Mar

LETTERkENNY Enjoy Letterkenny’s fun filled parade and a guided walking tour of the town as well as an excursion to the walled city of Derry. The Station House Hotel provides an excellent central location along with modern facilities and delicious food.

Holiday Code: GIBADN

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

4 DAYS onlY £279 Thu 16 Mar

FOUR STAR clanree hotel Party

Holiday Code: GILESS

Single room supplement £40

Don’t miss this sumptuous four star party break to the opulent Clanree! One of our favourite hotels, the Clanree features marble pillars and a sweeping staircase along with a lively pub and delicious food. Look forward to top notch entertainment including a traditional Irish night. Out and about we enjoy a guided tour of the walled city of Derry and we sample the finest scenery of County Donegal, including a stop in Donegal Town.

kILLARNEY Look forward to Killarney’s lively parade with authentic Irish Music. You’ll be staying at the superb Eviston House Hotel enjoying traditional tunes in its Danny Mann pub and we explore the mystical Ring of Kerry and the seaport city of Cork.

5 DAYS onlY £349

5 DAYS onlY £279 Sun 5 Mar

Holiday Code: GILECS

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Thu 16 Mar

Holiday Code: GIKIES

Single room supplement £60

COUNTRY HOUSES, gLORIOUS gARDENS & mighty castles of ireland

CONNEMARA, gALWAY & the aran islands

The elegant Racket Hall Country House Hotel nestles in the heritage town of Roscrea in Tipperary and makes the perfect base to get you in the mood for our rural themed itinerary. Look forward to a guided tour of Birr Castle Demesne, a tranquil oasis enclosing a storybook fortress with romantic walks, a moat, rare plants and waterfalls. Afterwards, enjoy some free time in Birr before we continue to Portumna Castle and Gardens. This partly fortified Jacobean manor is surrounded by a willow maze and formal grounds. On another day we explore Russborough House, a Palladian mansion set in parkland with views of Blessington Lakes. After viewing the ornate interior and unique exhibits, we spend the afternoon in Kildare. Our final outing takes us to well preserved Cahir Castle followed by time to stroll around Cashel town.

A true Irish experience is in store when we sail to the mystical Aran Islands, one of the last outposts where Gaelic is still the everyday language and a place where time has stood still. We also visit colourful Galway, home to a Latin Quarter with twisting lanes full of quirky cafés and we stop overnight in lovely Letterkenny on our outward journey. Based at the Clifden Station House Hotel in Connemara’s largest town where we include a free day to enjoy Clifden with its castle ruins and heritage centre.

5 DAYS FRoM £349

6 DAYS FRoM £479

Sun 23 Apr

£369

Sun 30 Jul

£399

Sun 21 May

£389

Mon 30 Oct

£349

Single room supplement £80

Holiday Code: GIRORS

Sun 23 Apr

£479

Sun 25 Jun

£499

Sun 8 Oct

Single room supplement £80

£479

Holiday Code: GICOCS

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THE SEAPORT CITY OF cork, duBlin & galway

WICkLOW MOUNTAINS, glendalough & duBlin

This captivating holiday is based in Rosscarbery, a picturesque town overlooking a sandy cove on the west Cork coastline. Splendid sightseeing includes Galway, a city brim full of quirky cafés, speciality shops and hidden treasures. We enjoy a guided tour of the seaport city of Cork with its impressive architecture including a gothic triple spired cathedral. Another highlight is our short sail to Garnish Island - home to rarely seen plants. We also take in Kilkenny, a charming city where historical treasures await around every corner. Thrilling Dublin, home to a St Patrick’s Cathedral, Trinity College and the Guinness Storehouse is also part of our splendid sightseeing.The Celtic Ross Hotel, boasts beautiful views over Rosscarbery Bay our tour includes overnight stops on both outward and return journeys.

The picturesque Wicklow Mountains National Park extends over much of County Wicklow and boasts an untamed landscape of picture postcard vistas showcasing untamed forests, twisting mountain roads, fast flowing streams and the verdant Glendalough valley. Our base is the award winning Hamlet Court Hotel set in the quaint village of Johnstownbridge. A holiday highlight is a day in Dublin with a guided tour to get your sightseeing off to a great start. We also enjoy a feast for the senses at Powerscourt Gardens, discover Stone Age settlements at Lullymore Heritage Park and experience the glitz of Hollywood at the Silverware Museum of Style Icons with its collections from celebrities including Princess Diana and Audrey Hepburn.

5 DAYS FRoM £349 7 DAYS FRoM £499 Sun 9 Apr

£499

Sun 27 Aug £529

Sun 2 Jul

£529

Sun 8 Oct

£499

Holiday Code: GIGCDS

Single room supplement £80

Mon 10 Apr

£349

Mon 18 Sep

£359

Sun 16 Jul

£369

Mon 23 Oct

£349

Sun 20 Aug

£379

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Holiday Code: GIENHS

CRUISINg in the emerald isle

kILLARNEY, CORk & the ring of kerry

This laid back holiday features blissful cruises on Ireland’s silvery waterways soaking up the stunning scenery. Discover Donegal Bay aboard Ireland’s largest waterbus then glide along the majestic waters of the River Shannon. We also set sail on Lough Erne, enjoy free time in Enniskillen and take in a guided tour of Belfast. Staying at the Great Northern Hotel in Bundoran, a four star property boasting acres of grounds with a championship golf course.

The family run Eviston House Hotel is set in the town centre of Killarney, close to amenities and attractions. We take in the Ring of Kerry, a mystical unspoilt region that abounds with fine beaches and ancient monuments. Cork boasts impressive architecture such as its triple spired cathedral and we call in at Blarney Woollen Mills. An additional treat is a guided tour of Dublin where attractions include Trinity College, Guinness Storehouse and St Patrick’s Cathedral. Our journeys are bookended by restful dinner, bed and breakfast stops on the outward and return journey.

5 DAYS FRoM £399 Mon 29 May

£399

Mon 3 Jul

£399

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Mon 4 Sep

£399

Holiday Code: GIBUGN

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7 DAYS FRoM £549 Sun 7 May £549

Sun 9 Jul

£569

Single room supplement £120

Sun 24 Sep £549

Holiday Code: GIKIES

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GrAnd eurOPeAn tOur GERMANY • ITALY • SARDINIA • CORSICA • GENOA • SWITZERLAND • FRANCE There really is no better way to uncover Europe’s bounty of treasures than on a gLENTON Select Grand European Tour. These unmissable adventures present a fresh itinerary every year and our 2017 holiday takes in the Black Forest, sophisticated Milan, Tuscany’s San Gimignano, Eternal City of Rome, idyllic islands of Sardinia and Corsica, coastal city of Genoa, Switzerland’s lovely Lausanne on the shores of Lake Geneva then finally the French capital of Paris. Highlights include pretty Freiburg, Germany’s southernmost major town where you’ll find a warm, Mediterranean ambience and a delightful old quarter. Triberg boasts a lofty cascading waterfall and is regarded as the birthplace of the cuckoo clock. Majestic Milan presents an alluring blend of medieval and modern buildings whilst San Gimignano is an old Tuscan hamlet encircled by thirteenth century walls. Then there’s the Eternal City of Rome where stunning landmarks include the breathtaking Pantheon – a circular temple dating from 27BC and one of the best preserved of all ancient Roman buildings. Civitavecchia is a gem to explore with its well preserved Roman port and medley of architectural jewellery. We then set foot on heavenly Sardinia, a captivating island with a historic core where traces of early settlers such as the Phoenicians can be found. From here we set sail for Corsica, birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte and where you’ll find his ancestral home. Back on mainland Europe we stop off at the gorgeous coastal city of Genoa then it’s into Switzerland and to lovely Lausanne, a city on the Swiss Riviera and home to the International Olympic Museum. A visit to romantic Paris completes a fascinating adventure.

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YoUR Select hotelS

You will stay in carefully chosen hotels from the GLENTON Select collection. Please see our website or our continental brochure for details.

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17 DAYS FRoM £1899

Holiday Code: MCGRTS

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CRACkINg kRAkOW & Proud Prague

AUSTRIAN TYROL extravaganza

Experience an intriguing blend of living history, sophisticated sightseeing and touching tributes. Wroclaw is known as tOurinG the Polish Venice with its hOlidAy network of canals and ornate bridges while medieval Krakow is home to a Renaissance Palace and a cathedral that houses the tombs of kings. Then an emotive visit to the Auschwitz concentration camp is followed by a tour of the salt mines in Wieliczka. Moving on to the Czech Republic, tourist magnet Prague has glorious towers reflecting in the River Vlatava and boasts museums, theatres and trendy jazz clubs. You’ll be staying in hotels from the gLENTON Select collection.

A highlight of our exciting itinerary is a visit to the notorious Eagles Nest Hitler’s renowned retreat. This daunting structure is perched high on a mountain peak and accessed via a brass lift through the heart of the Bavarian Alps. Another gem is an excursion to the resort of Kitzbuhel, a medieval town with an alpine flower garden. If you choose to travel in September, a treat will be the Almabtrieb – a festival marking the start of autumn with a colourful parade of decorated cows. Guests on other dates will find an excursion to Zell am See a wonderful alternative. Staying at the excellent Hotel Panther in Saalbach.

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12 DAYS FRoM £899 11 DAYS FRoM £859 Tue 4 Jul

£869

Tue 26 Sep

£859

Holiday Code: MCKRPS

Single room supplement £250

Mon 12 Jun

£899

Mon 7 Aug

£959

Mon 10 Jul

£939

Mon 4 Sep

£929

Single room supplement £180

Mon 18 Sep

£899

Holiday Code: MCSAPS

ITALIAN RIvIERA

LAkE gARDA, vENICE & verona

This sensational holiday is based in refined Alassio, a chic resort festooned with flowers and characterised by a beautiful beach of the finest quartz sand. We venture out to see how the other half live with an excursion to Monaco including elite Monte Carlo and we also visit the divine resort of Diano Marina. We barter with traders at Ventimiglio market, soak up the ambience in San Remo, visit historic Santa Margherita and set sail to jetset Portofino. The Hotel Dei Fiori is only a few minutes from the beach in Alassio and is our elegant base.

This leisurely holiday is based at the Hotel Adria in Toscalano-Maderno, a pretty town nestling in a sunny spot on the river delta at the historical heart of the Riviera of Lemons. Our fabulous Italian adventure takes us to some of the enchanting resorts that stud the gorgeous shores of Lake Garda such as Sirmione and Malcesine. We also spend a day in beautiful Venice with its iconic gondolas and in historic Verona, home to the best preserved Roman amphitheatre in the world.

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£899 Z

Sun 21 May

£879 Z

Sun 23 Jul

£949 Y

Single room supplement £220

12 DAYS onlY £899 Sun 7 May

Single room supplement £200

Sun 8 Oct

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Holiday Code: MCTODS

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TREASURES OF TUSCANY

DELIgHTS OF THE DANUBE, vienna, BudaPest & Bratislava

NEW FOR 2017

Combine a stay on the beautiful Tuscan coast with visits to iconic Italian cities. Look forward to Florence, a city established by Julius Caesar in 59 BC, Pisa, home to the gravity defying Leaning Tower and to picturesque Lucca, a walled city dating from the Middle Ages. This wonderful adventure is based at the Hotel Smeraldo in lovely Lido di Camaiore and we also visit nearby Forte dei Marmi - the preferred haunt of many VIPs!

Watch the world go by on a relaxing river cruise aboard the MV Esmeralda and take in a hattrick of scintillating cities. Vienna, capital of Austria is renowned for imperial palaces, Budapest, capital of Hungary has a rich artistic and cultural heritage and the Slovakian capital of Bratislava is watched over by a commanding castle with four corner towers. Visits to the adorable little towns of Durnstein and Melk add an enchanting contrast to the cityscapes.

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12 DAYS FRoM £1249 Mon 24 Jul

12 DAYS FRoM £899 Mon 22 May

Single room supplement £190

Mon 25 Sep

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Main deck £1249

Promenade deck £1299

Holiday Code: MCRIEN

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COPENHAgEN & hanseatic cities

WORLD PORT DAY & zundert flower Parade

Don’t miss this opportunity to discover the delights of Denmark along with the NEW culture of Germany’s FOR distinguished Hanseatic cities. Our four nights in 2017 wonderful Copenhagen allows ample time to experience its distinctive ambience and our guided tour delivers delights such as the symbolic Little Mermaid statue and imposing Kronborg Castle. Our holiday gets underway with an overnight stop in the seaport of Hamburg and a two night stay in gothic Lubeck concludes a memorable experience. Staying at the First Hotel in Copenhagen then the Park Inn Hotel in Lubeck.

Look forward to all the razzmatazz at the fortieth anniversary of Rotterdam’s World Port Day where you’ll be treated to a thrilling mix of splendid ships, breathtaking stunts and entertainment including live music and theatre. This exciting tour also takes in the Zundert Flower Parade – the largest flower parade in the world where flamboyant presentations take centre stage alongside song and dance. You’ll be staying at the Ramada Plaza in Antwerp, a four star ultra modern glass tower hotel with stunning public areas.

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5 DAYS FRoM £399 Fri 1 Sep

10 DAYS FRoM £1399 Wed 16 Aug

Single room supplement £395

Single room supplement £80

Holiday Code: MCDETS

Holiday Code: MCANRS

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gLENTON’S tempting collection of holidays by air for 2017 presents a wide-ranging choice of tried and tested favourites alongside new and enticing destinations to all corners of Europe. Treat yourself to an action-packed city break in Berlin where we include a guided tour to get your sightseeing off to a flying start. Soar away to the Emerald Isle recently voted best destination in the world at the Group Leisure Awards 2016 – and uncover a tasty chunk of Ireland’s enchantment on one of our escorted tours. Like a bit of adventure? Join our Little Trains of the Pyrenees and experience nostalgic railway journeys through gorgeous scenery or wing it to Cologne and embark on a peaceful river cruise meandering along the regal River Rhine. If you fancy getting off the beaten track and learning about your locale then our Jersey Active walking holiday in the company of a local guide will be right up your street. Alternatively, just jet to Jersey and do your own thing! If flying off to sunnier climes is high on your list we’ve got a medley of magical Mediterranean resorts to tempt you! Murcia or Mallorca? Malta or Croatia? Benidorm or the palm-fringed Costa Brava? Wherever you choose to lay out your beach towel you can be sure of having the time of your life.

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jOIN DIRECT AT AIRPORT SAvE £20PP

Door to Door SERvICE*

Jersey offers a wonderful mix of sandy beaches and hidden coves, sleepy villages and narrow winding roads, along with a host of visitor attractions. The island’s capital is St Helier, a lively town buzzing with life behind its pretty waterfront. There is a pedestrianised shopping area, open air markets and numerous pavement cafés. Howard Davis Park is a wonderful retreat with its luxurious plants that thrive in the island’s glorious mild climate.

BEST WESTERN ROYAL HOTEL – ST HELIER

Part of the locally owned Morvan Family Hotels, this elegant three star hotel is just a few minutes’ walk from the town centre. Bedrooms have flat screen television, telephone, tea & coffee making facilities. Relax with a drink in the lounge or a drink from No.27 Bar. Guests also have use of the leisure facilities at the Monterey Hotel, just 500 metres away.

7 nIGhtS FRoM £629

MONTEREY HOTEL – ST HELIER

This three star hotel is located within walking distance of the main shopping centre. Locally owned and run by Morvan Family Hotels, the key feature are the leisure facilities which include an outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace (open during summer), an indoor pool with a jacuzzi, steam room and mini gym. Bedrooms have flat screen television, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities.

5 nIGhtS FRoM £549

Upgrade to executive room £10 per room per night Upgrade to patio balcony room £10 per room per night

7 nIGhtS FRoM £599

Upgrade to suite £25 per room per night

Upgrade to superior room £6 per room per night

Sole occupancy from £140

NORFOLk LODgE HOTEL – ST HELIER

The Norfolk Lodge is part of the locally owned and run Morvan Family Hotels. Situated on the outskirts of St Helier’s town centre this three star hotel has an indoor swimming pool, children's splash pool and sun terrace. Regular entertainment (May-September) and lift access to most rooms in the hotel.

5 nIGhtS FRoM £499

Sole occupancy from £140

FORT D'AUvERgNE HOTEL – ST HELIER

Situated in the popular Harve de Pas area, this traditionally styled three star hotel boasts excellent views. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, a sun terrace overlooking the sea and regular entertainment (May-September). Bedrooms feature flat screen televisions, telephone and tea & coffee making faclities.

5 nIGhtS FRoM £499 Upgrade to sea view room £8 per room per night

7 nIGhtS FRoM £569

Upgrade to sea view & balcony room £12 per room per night

Sole occupancy from £140

Prices are correct at the time of print. We have included a reasonable budget for your flights, however you maybe subject to an airfare supplement. If so you will be advised at the time of booking. Customers will be required to walk from the main terminal building to the transfer vehicles due to security restrictions, customers must be able to handle their own luggage at all times while in transit. Rooms upgrades subject to cost and availabilty. Please note that not all dates depart from all airports, hotels are seasonal and may not be available on certain departures please ask at the time of booking.

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WESTHILL COUNTRY HOTEL – ST HELIER

NORFOLk HOTEL - ST HELIER

Our gLENTON favourite has recently been awarded a three star AA rating. This fantastic hotel run by the Smale family, set in acres of woodland on the rural outskirts of St Helier with beautiful south facing lawns, boasts fantastic facilities. Wander through the immaculate landscaped gardens, take a dip in the outdoor pool or chill out in the jacuzzi. If you work up an appetite, settle down at a shady picnic table and enjoy a tasty treat from the poolside snack bar. The ballroom features a spacious dance floor and when evening falls, you can look forward to live, musical entertainment. Add on the warmth and friendliness of the staff, comfortable well-appointed bedrooms, delicious food and a regular free courtesy bus to the centre of St Helier, plus entertainment five times a week (May-September) and you have the perfect base for a holiday on this beautiful isle.

7 nIGhtS FRoM £599

5 nIGhtS FRoM £499

This popular family owned and run centrally located two star town hotel is renowned for its excellent service. Minutes from Howard Davis Park, the hotel boasts a heated outdoor swimming pool, coffee shop, regular evening entertainment in the bar, lift to all floors and a beautiful rose garden. The Norfolk offers great value for money. Departs Saturdays for 8 days only.

7 nIGhtS FRoM £549

Upgrade to single superior £126

Single room supplement £42

Upgrade to pool view/garden view £28

Sole occupancy from £140

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£759

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BERLIN flying from glasgow airPort

This delightful resort features a sweeping sandy beach edged by kiosks selling cool drinks, a picturesque Door to harbour from where Door you might like to take a SERvICE* pleasure cruise and an array of bars and shops. A little land train whisks holidaymakers along the palm-fringed promenade to the adjoining resort of Arenal. Be sure to take time to visit the island capital of Palma, located less than seven kilometres away and where you’ll be enchanted by the stunning cathedral and romantic Old Quarter. Staying at the Ilusion Calma Hotel.

Germany’s vibrant capital city dates from the 13th century and is steeped in a history that is jOIN both fascinating and DIRECT AT turbulent. Reminders AIRPORT of Berlin’s more recent past include its Holocaust memorial and the Berlin Wall’s graffitied remains. Our guided walking tour will take you to all the must see sights such as the Brandenburg Gate, Charlottenburg Palace, infamous Checkpoint Charlie and the Reichstag German parliament. Afterwards, perhaps you’d like to browse the wares at the upmarket Kurfurstendamm shopping area or visit the Museum Island where you’ll find exhibits encompassing 6,000 years of art and culture. We stay at the four star Abacus Tierpark Hotel, ideally located in the Lichtenberg area of Berlin, close to the underground.

7 nIGhtS FRoM £549

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RHINE & MOSELLE flying from edinBurgh airPort

IRISH ADvENTURE flying from edinBurgh airPort

The banks of the Rhine and Moselle are lands of legends where ancient castles jOIN crown the hillsides DIRECT AT and vineyards cling to AIRPORT the slopes above enchanting riverside towns. Flying to Cologne, you will soon be onboard the Prinses Christina for your seven night adventure. Each morning, enjoy a relaxing cruise followed by an afternoon at leisure at the destination of the day.

Enjoy five nights in the lovely Emerald Isle on our escorted Irish Adventure holiday. jOIN Combining classic DIRECT AT scenic coach touring with AIRPORT lots of interesting excursions, sit back, relax and enjoy the full flavour of this enchanting land – from the welcoming towns and typical hospitality to the tranquil lakes and mountains of its glorious and wonderfully unspoilt South West corner. Staying at the family run Eviston House Hotel, in Killarney town centre.

7 nIGhtS FRoM £799

FUll boARD

Sun 21 May

Sun 13, 20 Aug

Sun 4, 11, 18, 25 Jun

Sun 3, 10 , 17 Sep

5 nIGhtS FRoM £599

Sun 9, 16, 30 Jul Cabin Deck From £799

Main Deck From £829

Single cabin supplement £180

Promenade Deck From £879 Holiday Code: AEGERT

Mon 22 May

£599

Single room supplement £139

hAlF boARD Mon 3 Jul

£649 Holiday Code: AEIREK

PRICe InClUDeS • Board as stated • Door to Door* service (where stated) • Excursions (where stated) • Return flights with seat reservation • Baggage allowance • Resort transfers Prices are correct at the time of print. We have included a reasonable budget for your flights, however you maybe subject to an airfare supplement. If so you will be advised at the time of booking. Customers will be required to walk from the main terminal building to the transfer vehicles due to security restrictions, customers must be able to handle their own luggage at all times while in transit.

*Conditions apply. Please see air brochure for Door to Door details.

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LITTLE TRAINS OF THE PYRENEES

MURICA

flying from glasgow Prestwick airPort

Staying at the Hotel Coral Platja Elit, based in a pretty little pueblo called Roses that stretches Door to between the sea and Door mountains on Spain’s SERvICE* Costa Brava. Relax on the beautiful beaches or hop aboard a pleasure cruiser around the rocky coastline. A former Greek colony, you’ll find evidence of the ancient city as well as a natural marina with a network of canals. Holiday highlights include our trip on the Little Yellow Train of the Pyrenees, one of the great railway journeys of the world where the track winds through leafy forests, past gushing streams and upwards to the mountain village of Font Romeu. On another day, we hop aboard the distinctive red and white Train du Pays Cathare et du Fenouilledes - a must do tourist railway trip that takes you deep into the verdant heart of the Pyrenees.

Our base, San Pedro del Pinatar has an outstanding position on the south-eastern corner of Murcia and boasts miles of sandy beaches. The resort’s Parque Natural is a stunning area of dunes and salt flats and is a haven for walkers with its variety of birdlife including a flock of pretty flamingos. Enjoy a boat trip, rejuvenate yourself at the natural mud baths, visit the Roman ruins that date from the second century BC or simply relax in a pavement café. Spend seven nights at the Hotel Traina located just a short stroll from the beach and a fifteen minute walk from the nature reserve.

6 nIGhtS FRoM £699

hAlF boARD

Wed 3 May £699

Wed 30 Aug £799

7 nIGhtS FRoM £699

Seaside view supplement £45

Seaside frontal view £90

Fri 21 Apr

Holiday Code: AESPPY

Single room supplement £200

hAlF boARD Mon 4 Sep Holiday Code: AESPMU

No single room supplement

COSTA BRAvA flying from edinBurgh airPort

gRAND IRISH ODYSSEY flying from edinBurgh airPort

Spain’s magnificent Costa Brava is a spectacular coastal region with pavement cafés, Blue jOIN Flag beaches and a DIRECT AT palm fringed promenade. AIRPORT This blissful holiday is based in Calella, a tourist hub with golden sands and narrow streets filled with traditional tapas bars, souvenir shops and chic boutiques. Calella’s historic quarter huddles around the church of Santa Maria which features a baroque front flanked by sculptures of the twelve apostles. Our intriguing itinerary includes visits to cultural Girona, pretty Tossa de Mar and excursions to cosmopolitan Barcelona and Figueres. Staying at the Calella Palace Hotel, located metres from the beach.

Visiting Ireland is an unforgettable experience and there’s no finer way to discover jOIN the very best of this DIRECT AT magical land than on our AIRPORT Grand Irish Odyssey holiday. We take in the magic of the South West, the southern reaches of Cork, the rugged Atlantic coastlines, the wild and dramatic beauty of Connemara, the amazing landscape that is the Giant’s Causeway and take a trip around Belfast. The hotels on this holiday are located in Cork, Killarney, Galway, Letterkenny and Belfast areas. All hotels have been chosen to provide the best in comfort, convenience and value for money throughout.

10 nIGhtS FRoM £599 Wed 12 Apr

£599

Single room supplement £190

FUll boARD Wed 11 Oct

11 nIGhtS FRoM £1099

£649

Sun 18 Jun

£1199

Holiday Code: AESPCO

Single room supplement £350

hAlF boARD Sun 24 Sep

£1099 Holiday Code: AEIRGI

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*Conditions apply. Please see air brochure for Door to Door details.

gERMAN WATERWAYS

sail from newcastle aBoard Balmoral

FRED.OLSEN ALL FRED.OLSEN SHIPS PROUDLY DELIvER THE COMPANY’S CRUISINg vALUES OF FRIENDLINESS AND INTIMACY.

a truly world class cruise ship, Boudicca’s large windows light up the elegant décor of the spacious lounges and a teak promenade deck stretches around her, giving a feeling of freedom.

PRESENTINg BLACk WATCH

On arrival in Germany we glide through the impressive Kiel Canal, the world’s busiest man-made waterway reaching the maritime city of Kiel. From here, we sail into hanseatic Wismar then onto the bustling port of Hamburg, a city steeped in history yet at the forefront of modernity. An amble through its old town presents an appealing scene of seventeenth century merchant’s residences alongside laid-back cafés. Cruising on via the picturesque Elbe and Weser rivers, we reach beautiful Bremen where your ship docks in the heart of the city giving you the perfect base to explore the UNESCO listed market square and gothic Town Hall. holiday highlights: • Kiel Canal & Kiel • Wismar • Hamburg • River Elbe • River Weser • Bremen

9 nIGhtS FRoM £1399 Mon 14 Aug Twin Inside

Twin Outside

£1399 £1549

Holiday code: OCBL1718

Twin Superior Outside Single Inside

£1849

£2059

gLITz & gLAMOUR OF THE FRENCH RIvIERA sail from liverPool aBoard Boudicca

Sleek and sophisticated with an intimate ambience, Black watch is a classy vessel with a low key observation lounge along with impressively furnished bars and restaurants.

PRESENTINg BALMORAL

named after the Scottish home of the royal family, Balmoral is fred. olsen’s largest and newest ship boasting generous public areas and an extensive promenade deck.

Oo-la-la! Embark on this sophisticated sailing and experience the glitz and glamour of the French Riviera along with iconic capital cities. Delights get underway with elegant Lisbon, home to grand avenues and fine squares followed by beautiful Barcelona, a city bursting with spirit, heritage and glorious architecture. The treats keep coming with ancient Toulon where you’ll find an atmospheric old town. We slip into sun-kissed Nice, known as the Queen of the Riviera, then plush Monaco and the picturesque paradise of Cannes. A taste of Spain completes an enticing itinerary with stops in Mahon, the refined capital of Menorca and Andalusia’s sundrenched Cadiz. holiday highlights: • Lisbon • Barcelona • Toulon • Nice • Monaco • Cannes • Mahon • Cadiz

INCLUDES DRINkS PACkAgE†

16 nIGhtS FRoM £2299

FREE HOLIDAY INSURANCE OPTION

Wed 6 Sep Twin Inside

Twin Outside

Door to Door* SERvICE

Holiday code: OCBD1721 £2299 £2499

Twin Superior Outside Single Inside

£2999

£3499

CALL FOR DEDICATED CRUISE BROCHURE

PRICe InClUDeS • Cabin as selected • All meals & snacks on board • Inclusive drinks package • Door to Door* service • Free holiday insurance option Conditions apply. Please see cruise brochure for details of Door to Door service.

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ALL PRICES INCLUDE INCLUSIvE DRINkS PACkAgE† ICELANDIC WONDERS & WILDLIFE

HIgHLANDS & LOCHS OF SCOTLAND

holiday highlights: • Reykjavik • Isafjorour • Cruising Hornstrandir, Drangaskoro • Akureyri • Cruising Eyjafjorour, by Hrisey, Eyjafjorour, Dalatangi, Akurfell & Toarfjall, Nipukollur, Norofjaoarhorn & Gerpir, Reyoarfjorour • Eskifjorour • Cruising Reyoarfjorour

holiday highlights: • Cruising Loch Linnhe • Fort William • Ullapool • Cruising Loch Broom • Invergordon • Cruising by Rum, Canna & Fingal’s Cave

sail from greenock aBoard Boudicca

5 nIGhtS FRoM £899

10 nIGhtS FRoM £1499 Tue 16 May Twin Inside

Twin Outside

£1499 £1699

Holiday code: OCBD1709

Twin Superior Outside Single Inside

£1949 £2299

Fri 26 May Twin Inside

£899

Twin Outside

£949

Holiday code: OCBD1710

Twin Superior Outside Single Inside

PHENOMENAL FjORDS OF NORWAY

LOCHS OF SCOTLAND

holiday highlights: • Olden • Cruising Nordfjord, Hornelen • Flam • Cruising Naeroyfjoro to Gudvangen • Bergen • Kirkwall

holiday highlights: • Kirkwall • Invergordon • Ullapool • Cruising Loch Linnhe • Fort William • Cruising past Duart Castle, Sound of Mull, Tobermory Bay, Sound of Mull • Portree • Cruising Lochs Torridon, Shieldaig & Eriboll

sail from greenock aBoard Boudicca

sail from rosyth aBoard Black watch

7 nIGhtS FRoM £1199

8 nIGhtS FRoM £1099 Wed 31 May Twin Inside

Twin Outside

£1099

£1199

Holiday code: OCBD1711

Twin Superior Outside

Single Inside

£1449

£1649

Mon 14 Aug Twin Inside

£1199

Twin Outside

£1299

Holiday code: OCBW1712

Twin Superior Outside Single Inside

gREENLAND, ICELAND & NORWAY EXPLORATION sail from rosyth aBoard Black watch

SCENIC FjORDS OF NORWAY

holiday highlights: • Reykjavik • Cruising Angmagssalik Fjord • Tasiilaq • Akureyri • Cruising Eyjafjorour by Hrísey, Eyjafjorour, Reyoarfjorour • Eskifjorour • Cruising Reyoarfjorour • Alesund • Olden • Cruising Nordfjord

holiday highlights: • Cruising Lysefjord (Pulpit Rock & Kjerag Boulder), Karmsund, Hardangerfjord, by Fureberg Waterfall, Maurangerfjord • Flåm • Cruising Naeroyfjord to Gudvangen • Olden • Cruising Nordfjord • Bergen

Twin Inside

Twin Outside

£1999 £2099

7 nIGhtS FRoM £1199 Holiday code: OCBW1713

Twin Superior Outside Single Inside

£2499 £3099

Sun 3 Sep Twin Inside

£1199

Twin Outside

£1299

Holiday code: OCBW1714

Twin Superior Outside Single Inside

RIvERS & CITIES OF FRANCE

gERMAN RIvER & CITY DISCOvERY

holiday highlights: • Cruising Seine River • Rouen • St Peter Port • La Rochelle from La Pallice • Lorient

holiday highlights: • Heligoland • Hamburg • River Elbe • River Weser • Bremen

sail from rosyth aBoard Black watch

Twin Inside

Twin Outside

£1299 £1399

7 nIGhtS FRoM £1099 Holiday code: OCBW1718

Twin Superior Outside Single Inside

£1649

£1899

CULTURAL CITIES OF NORTHERN EUROPE sail from rosyth aBoard Black watch

Twin Outside

£1099

Twin Outside

£1199

Holiday code: OCBW1716

Twin Superior Outside Single Inside

£1399

£1649

sail from rosyth aBoard Black watch

£1759 £1909

16 nIGhtS FRoM £1849 Holiday code: OCBW1717

Twin Superior Outside Single Inside

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Twin Inside

holiday highlights: • Leixoes (for Oporto) • Funchal • Santa Cruz de la Palma • Santa Cruz de Tenerife • Arrecife • Lisbon • Vigo

10 nIGhtS FRoM £1759 Twin Inside

Sun 17 Sep

LANDSCAPES OF PORTUgAL & THE CANARIES

holiday highlights: • Copenhagen • Helsinki • St Petersburg • Tallinn • Kiel & Kiel Canal

Sun 24 Sep

£1499

£1799

sail from rosyth aBoard Black watch

10 nIGhtS FRoM £1299 Wed 4 Oct

£1549

£1799

sail from rosyth aBoard Black watch

13 nIGhtS FRoM £1999 Mon 21 Aug

£1099

£1399

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£2219 £2459

Sat 14 Oct Twin Inside

£1849

Twin Outside

£2049

Holiday code: OCBW1719

Twin Superior Outside Single inside

£2349

£2799

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CANARY ISLANDS & MADEIRA

sail from london tilBury aBoard columBus

CRUISE & MARITIME vOYAgES CRUISE & MARITIME vOYAgES HAS gAINED AN ENvIABLE REPUTATION FOR OFFERINg gREAT vALUE SCENIC CRUISINg HOLIDAYS FROM CONvENIENT Uk PORTS.

PRESENTINg COLUMBUS

Sizzle in the sunshine on this scintillating summer sailing! First port of call is Gibraltar, the soaring Rock on the southernmost tip of the Iberian Peninsula and where you’ll find incredible caves, Barbary apes and duty free shopping. Reaching the Canary Islands, we drop anchor at Arrecife in lunar-like Lanzarote where you might like to explore Timanfaya National Park. We arrive at luscious Las Palmas, the enchanting capital of Gran Canaria where a visit to the rolling sand dunes of Maspalomas is an option. Santa Cruz beckons as we glide into Tenerife, an idyllic island featuring banana plantations and Spain’s highest mountain. The gems keep coming with the timeless charm of Funchal and then our final port of Lisbon, home to striking architecture and grand squares. holiday highlights: • Gibraltar • Arrecife • Las Palmas • Santa Cruz • Funchal • Lisbon

14 nIGhtS FRoM £1499 Fri 11 Aug Columbus is Cruise & Maritime’s outstanding new flagship for 2017. this eye-catching ocean liner boasts spacious surroundings, an extensive choice of dining options, top notch entertainment and excellent leisure facilities including two heated swimming pools.

PRESENTINg MAgELLAN

Twin Inside Superior Twin Inside Premium Twin Inside Single Inside

£1499 £1599 £1699 £1849

Holiday code: OCCL709

Twin Outside Superior Twin Outside Premium Twin Outside Single Outside

£1849 £2099 £2379 £2299

SPAIN, PORTUgAL, FRANCE & gIBRALTAR

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Magnificent Magellan boasts expansive wooded deck areas giving a real sense of spaciousness. inside you’ll find a choice of bars and restaurants along with panoramic observation zones.

PRESENTINg MARCO POLO

with her traditional handsome profile, teak decks and distinctive dark blue hull, Marco Polo is a fully stabilized classic ocean liner with comfortable lounges and elegantly furnished bars and restaurants.

Make the most of the autumn sunshine on this escape to Spain, Portugal and France with the added bonus of a stop in amazing Amsterdam. Reaching France, we glide into La Pallice, a fourteenth century port and from where you might like to visit the medieval harbour town of La Rochelle. Sailing on, we arrive at Getxo, a lovely seaside resort with historic monuments and our gateway to Bilbao. Relax onboard as your floating hotel cruises along the River Tagus, calling at Lisbon, a graceful city with an intriguing honeycomb of cobbled streets in its old quarter. Next, it’s Gibraltar, home to Barbary apes and astonishing caves then another taste of Spain concludes our sightseeing as we dock at La Coruna where you’ll find the UNESCO listed Torre de Hercules lighthouse. holiday highlights: • Amsterdam • La Pallice • Getxo (for Bilbao) • Lisbon • Gibraltar • La Coruna

12 nIGhtS FRoM £1299 Mon 2 Oct

FREE HOLIDAY INSURANCE OPTION

Twin Inside Superior Twin Inside Premium Twin Inside Single Inside

Door to Door* SERvICE INCLUDED

£1299 £1449 £1499 £1599

Holiday code: OCCL715

Twin Outside Superior Twin Outside Premium Twin Outside Single Outside

£1599 £1799 £1999 £2099

CALL FOR DEDICATED CRUISE BROCHURE

PRICe InClUDeS • Cabin as selected • All meals & snacks on board • Door to Door* service • Free holiday insurance option Please see cruise brochure for details of Door to Door service.

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ARCTIC EXPLORATION: gREENLAND, ICELAND & FAROES sail from rosyth aBoard marco Polo holiday highlights: Torshavn • Seydisfjordur • Akureyri • Tasiilq • Cruising Lichtenau Fjord, Prins Christians Sund • Narsarsuaq • Cruising Tunugdliarfik Fjord • Qeqertarsuaq • Ilulisat • Sisimiut • Kangerlussuaq • Nuuk • Viewing Cape Farewell • Reykjavik

holiday highlights:

Torshavn • Seydisfjordur • Akureyri • Isafjordur • Reykjavik • Lerwick • Kirkwall

12 nIGhtS FRoM £1199

20 nIGhtS FRoM £1899 Wed 12 Jul

Twin Inside Superior Twin Inside Premium Twin Inside Single Inside

£1899 £2319 £2599 £3899

ICELAND & NORTHERN ISLES sail from dundee aBoard magellan

Holiday code: OCMP720

Twin Outside Superior Twin Outside Premium Twin Outside Single Outside

£2559 £3099 £3699 £4999

Sun 23 Jul

Twin Inside Superior Twin Inside Premium Twin Inside Single Inside

£1199 £1429 £1499 £1699

Holiday code: OCMG7D6

Twin Outside Superior Twin Outside Premium Twin Outside Single Outside

£1549 £1799 £1999 £2169

SPITSBERgEN, NORTH CAPE & THE LAND OF THE MIDNIgHT SUN sail from rosyth aBoard marco Polo

MAjESTIC FjORDLAND sail from dundee aBoard magellan

holiday highlights:

Kristiansund • Honningsvag • Cruising Isjford • Longyearbyen • Tromso • Geiranger • Cruising Geirangerfjord • Bergen

Ulvik • cruising Hardangerfjord • Eidfjord • cruising Sognefjord • Flam • Bergen • Newcastle

7 nIGhtS FRoM £799

14 nIGhtS FRoM £1399 Tue 1 Aug

Twin Inside Superior Twin Inside Premium Twin Inside Single Inside

£1399 £1659 £1799 £2699

Holiday code: OCMP721

Twin Outside Superior Twin Outside Premium Twin Outside Single Outside

£1859 £2199 £2499 £3499

Fri 4 Aug

Twin Inside Superior Twin Inside Premium Twin Inside Single Inside

£799 £959 £989 £1069

Holiday code: OCMG7D7

Twin Outside Superior Twin Outside Premium Twin Outside Single Outside

£999 £1169 £1359 £1369

BALTIC CITIES & ST PETERSBURg sail from dundee aBoard magellan

SCOTTISH ISLANDS & FAROES sail from rosyth aBoard marco Polo

holiday highlights:

Copenhagen • Warnemunde for Berlin • Tallinn • St Petersburg (overnight) • Helsinki • Stockholm • Aalborg • Newcastle

Kirkwall •Torshavn • Portree

4 nIGhtS FRoM £549

14 nIGhtS FRoM £1389 Fri 11 Aug

Twin Inside Superior Twin Inside Premium Twin Inside Single Inside

£1389 £1629 £1699 £1999

Holiday code: OCMG7D8

Twin Outside Superior Twin Outside Premium Twin Outside Single Outside

£1699 £1999 £2299 £2499

MAjESTIC FjORDLAND sail from dundee aBoard magellan holiday highlights:

£759 £899 £959 £1059

£549 £649 £699 £899

Holiday code: OCMP722

Twin Outside Superior Twin Outside Premium twin Outside Single Outside

£699 £859 £899 £999

CANARY ISLANDS & MADEIRA sail from london tilBury aBoard columBus

• Las Palmas • Arrecife • Santa Cruz • Funchal • Lisbon

15 nIGhtS FRoM £1399

7 nIGhtS FRoM £759 Twin Inside Superior Twin Inside Premium Twin Inside Single Inside

Twin Inside Superior Twin Inside Premium Twin Inside Single Inside

holiday highlights: Amsterdam • Gibraltar

Ulvik • cruising Hardangerfjord • Eidfjord • Cruising Sognefjord • Flam • Bergen • Newcastle

Sun 10 Sep

Tue 15 Aug

Holiday code: OCMG7D1

Twin Outside Superior Twin Outside Premium Twin Outside Single Outside

£989 £1119 £1249 £1299

Sat 14 OCT

Twin Inside Superior Twin Inside Premium Twin Inside Single Inside

£1399 £1599 £1679 £1799

Holiday code: OCCL716

Twin Outside Superior Twin Outside Premium twin Outside Single Outside

£1799 £2049 £2299 £2399

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HOLIDAY INSURANCE

travel Protection for gLENTON A holiday insurance policy is available to passengers travelling on our holidays arranged with eti - international travel Protection (erV), the UK branch of Europäische Reiseverscherung AG, who are Licensed by the Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht (BAFIN - www.bafin.de) and approved by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA - www.fca.org.uk) to undertake insurance business in the UK. Should you wish to take advantage of this holiday insurance offer please include the appropriate premium in your deposit payment when booking your holiday. We believe that taking out holiday insurance is an important part of your holiday plans. What if you were forced to cancel your holiday or were not able to return home as planned? This is why it is a condition of booking that you take out holiday insurance to cover your holiday. Should you decide to take out or already have cover with another Insurer we do need you to provide us with details of your policy at the time of booking your holiday with us. DEMANDS AND NEEDS this insurance policy will suit the demands and needs of an individual or group (where applicable) who have no excluded pre-existing medical conditions, are travelling in countries included within the policy terms and who wish to insure themselves against unforeseen events detailed in the cover section below. subject to the terms, conditions and maximum specified claim limits. IMPORTANT we will not provide you with advice about the suitability of this product for your individual needs but will be happy to provide you with factual information. we summarise below the details of the insurance cover provided which also includes 24-hour emergency service from specialty assistance limited. the following is a brief summary of the cover available. full details of the cover, conditions and exclusions will be forwarded with your confirmation of booking. in any event you may ask for a specimen copy of the policy wording before booking should you wish to examine this in advance.

section of cover Cancellation

Delayed Departure

maximum sums insured and/ or benefits per person

maximum excess (per person)

£6,000

nil loss of deposit

£100 delayed travel

nil delayed travel

£6,000 northern ireland, isles of scilly, isle of man, channel islands, europe & worldwide holiday abandonment

£60 holiday abandonment

£60 cancellation

£100 england, scotland & wales Missed Departure

£500 northern ireland, isle of man, channel islands, europe & worldwide

nil

Personal Accident

£10,000

nil

Medical & Other Expenses (Including

£1,000,000

£60

Hospital Benefits

£100 uk / £450 non-uk

nil

Baggage & Personal Money

£1,500 Baggage / £200 Personal money / £150 delayed Baggage

Loss of Passport and/or visa

£200

nil

Personal Liability

£1,000,000

nil

Legal Expenses

£25,000

nil

Curtailment)

nil delayed Baggage £60 Baggage & Personal money

a) a registered mental health professional if you are under the care of a community mental health team, or b) a consultant specialising in the relevant field who has confirmed in writing (at your cost) that you are fit enough to take this trip. Applying to travel to Europe only 6. if you are undergoing medical treatment as a hospital out-patient at the date the final balance of the trip is due to be paid, you must obtain a certificate of fitness confirming your ability at your own cost. if you answer no to any of these six questions you are not covered only for the condition or conditions which caused you to answer nO. Applying to travel to the rest of the world you must telephone the mediscreen line on 0344 892 1698 if anyone to be covered by this policy, or any person upon whose health the trip depends: 1. has or has had a medical condition (excluding childhood and minor ailments not requiring treatment) 2. is taking prescribed medication 3. has or has had any medical condition still requiring periodic review 4. is awaiting any tests, treatment, investigation, referral or the results of these. the mediscreen line office hours are 9am to 5pm monday to friday excluding Bank holidays. Please note you must also notify the mediscreen line immediately of any changes in medical circumstances arising between the date the policy is issued and the time of departure for the trip. you may have to pay an additional premium to cover your medical conditions. this applies to all destinations including trips solely within the united kingdom (being defined as england, scotland, wales, northern ireland and the isles of scilly). in addition to the above the policy also contains the following main exclusions: • any existing medical conditions unless they have been declared to (where appropriate) and accepted by the insurer. • your participation in any organised sports, winter sports or dangerous activities unless they have been declared to and accepted by the insurer. • suicide or the wilful exposure to exceptional personal risk. • travel against the advice of the carrier, any other public transport provider, the foreign office or the world health organisation. • motorcycle travel during the insured trip where the engine size exceeds 125cc. • any manual work or hazardous occupation undertaken during the insured trip. • the bankruptcy / liquidation of the tour operator, travel agent or transportation company with whom you have booked your trip. examples of these and other conditions and restrictions and what to do if you are unsure about any aspect of an exclusion are contained within your policy information. full details are contained within your policy information. Cooling off period if upon receiving your policy, you decide this insurance policy doesn’t meet your requirements you can cancel and request a full refund of your premium by returning it within 14 days of issue or before travelling, whichever is sooner, providing you have not made a claim. How to make a claim All claims should be made direct to: Towergate Chapman Stevens Claims Department, PO Box 417, West Byfleet, Surrey, KT14 7XQ. Telephone 01932 344300.

Holiday Insurance Premiums (including 20% IPT) 2-3 days

4-9 days

england, scotland & wales

£5

£14

ireland, channel islands & the isle of man

£8

£15

europe

£10

£20

Coach Holidays

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Holidays by Air

Residency if you or anyone else named on this policy has not been resident in the uk for the past 6 months this policy cannot cover you.

ireland, channel islands

£8

£15

europe

£10

£20

Pre-Existing Medical Conditions you must be able to comply with the following conditions to have the full protection of your policy. if you do not comply the insurers may refuse to deal with any relevant claim or reduce the amount of any relevant claim payment. Applying to travel within the United kingdom only you are not required to declare your medical conditions. however to be covered for any medical conditions you have or have had, you must be able to answer yes to all of the questions 1. to 5. below and if you are travelling to europe you must also be able to answer yes to questions 6:

10 days plus

£25

if you purchase this insurance and your holiday is cancelled by us then we will refund your insurance premium in full. gLENTON HOLIDAYS LIMITED is an appointed representative of itc compliance limited which is authorised and regulated by the financial conduct authority (their registration number is 313486) and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts.

1. you are not aware of any reason why the trip could be cancelled or cut short. 2. you are not travelling: a) against the advise of a medical practitioner b) for the purpose of obtaining medical treatment, or c) if you have been given a terminal prognosis. 3. you are not receiving or awaiting treatment for any bodily injury, illness or disease as a hospital day case or in-patient. 4. if you are on medication at the time of travel your medical condition is stable and well controlled. 5. if you suffer from stress, anxiety, depression or any other mental or nervous disorder, it must be investigated and diagnosed as such by either:

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GLENTON Terms & Conditions When you book a GLENTON holiday we want you to be totally satisfied with the arrangements so that you will book with us again in the future. To avoid misunderstandings you should be in no doubt as to the commitments we have to you and, in turn, the obligations you have to us. Listed below are a number of important points which we would like you to read carefully. None of the terms or conditions are intended to contravene or contradict The Package Travel Regulations 1992 or The Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts Regulations 1999. 1. Your Booking a. Deposits and Final Payments Deposit payments are non-refundable and as follows: Holiday type Per person Balance Due UK Coach Holidays £35 28 days Inclusive Theatre Break £50 28 days Irish Coach Holidays £50 28 days Select Coach Holidays (exc European) £50 28 days European Coach Holidays £100 28 days Ocean Cruises From £200 98 days Air Holidays From £200 98 days Please make cheques payable to GLENTON or to the travel agent you book through. If you pay GLENTON by credit card then a charge of 2% will apply (travel agent charges may vary). We regret we are unable to accept cheques as deposits for air holidays as flights are purchased at the time of booking and we therefore require cleared funds. Furthermore, deposits may be varied depending on the airline and / or country you are travelling to. You will be advised of the deposit amount payable at the time of booking. Holiday confirmation will be dispatched within 7 days. These should be carefully checked and any errors or omissions notified immediately. b. Late Bookings Bookings made with the balance due period must be paid in full at the time of booking. c. Final Travel Details We will forward your travel documents and information approximately 10 days prior to departure. 2. Cancellation of your Booking a. Cancellation By You i. Cancellation by you must be sent to us in writing and it will take effect when it is received by us. Since we incur costs in cancelling your arrangements, you will have to pay the applicable cancellation charges as shown below. Date Cancellation received Coach Air/Cruise 98+ days before departure Deposit Only Deposit Only 97 - 57 days before departure Deposit Only 60% of the price 56 - 42 days before departure Deposit Only 75% of the price 41 -28 days before departure Deposit Only 85% of the price 27- 14 days before departure 50% of the price 85% of the price 13-7 days before departure 65% of the price 100% of the price 6- 1 days before departure 90% of the price 100% of the price Day of departure or after 100% of the price 100% of the price Day Excursions 28+ days before departure loss of deposit 27 days to day of departure 100% of the price No refunds will be made for tickets or services booked but not used, or for insurance premiums or alteration charges. Note: Certain arrangements may not be amended after they have been confirmed and any alteration could incur a cancellation charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements in addition to the charges detailed above. ii. Should you cancel your holiday due to medical reasons and you can support this with the documentation requested by your insurer, you may be able to reclaim these charges, less any excess figure, if the reason for cancellation is covered by your holiday insurance. Advice on how to make your claim, which must be dealt directly with the Insurance Company, will be sent together with a Cancellation Invoice following your written confirmation of cancellation. iii. If any person with whom you are sharing a room should cancel, and you wish to continue with your holiday as planned, we will make every effort to transfer you to a suitable room, if available. If this is not possible, or if this results in any additional charges, we reserve the right to pass on these charges to you, or to cancel your holiday and apply the appropriate cancellation charges. b. If We Change or Cancel Your Holiday i. Material Alterations, Cancellations and Compensation. Because our brochure details are prepared months in advance it could become necessary, in certain circumstances, to change your holiday arrangements, to amend itineraries, change hotels, alter your UK airport or to cancel your holiday because it has failed to attract the minimum number of passengers required for the tour or pick-up point. Often these are only minor changes, but where a Material Alteration or Cancellation (see point 2b.ii) becomes necessary outside the date when full payment is due you have the following options: (a) to continue with the holiday as amended or (b) accept an alternative holiday which we may offer or (c) cancel your booking and receive a prompt refund of all monies paid. A refund will become due to you if any alternative accommodation offered to you is of a lower standard than previously advertised. Where a Material Alteration or Cancellation is notified after the date when full payment is due you are also entitled to compensation on the scale set out below, unless this is a result of hostilities, lock-out, political unrest, industrial disputes, adverse weather conditions, fire, epidemic or health risk, disease outbreak or any other reason of unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all care had been exercised.

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Holidays where Holidays where full payment is full payment is due 28 days due 29 to 98 days before departure before departure Compensation per person More than 84 days nil nil 83 days to 28 days nil £5 27 days to 14 days £5 £10 13 days to day of departure £10 £20 ii. Definitions of Material Alterations and Cancellations. For the above purposes a holiday will be deemed to be Materially Altered or Cancelled if we make a significant change of resort, a change of accommodation to a lower standard, a change of departure date or a change of coach holiday departure point more than five miles from the original. c. Changes to Flight Times As our brochure is published many months in advance any flight times detailed in the brochure, or in any other literature we publish, are for guidance only. Flight times and/or schedules can change, often with little notice, and we reserve the right to substitute alternative airlines, routes and times from those shown if required. Such a change is not a material alteration (see section 2b.ii) and will not entitle you to cancel your holiday without incurring a cancellation charge. Your final flight details will be sent to you with other important travel information about 10 days before departure and you must check this carefully as soon as it is received. d. Changes to Your Booking and Amendment Charges If, after booking your holiday, you are prevented from travelling and wish to transfer the booking to another person, the company will agree as long as the other person satisfies all the conditions applicable to the package, and subject to both persons accepting joint and several liability for full payment of the package price and the company's charge of £10 for confirming the transfer and any additional costs imposed upon the company by flight or cruise operators or accommodation suppliers. Any transfer requests within 28 days of departure will however be treated as a cancellation and will be subject to the scale of cancellation charges set out in section 2a.i above. Requests for changing the booking to another departure date, hotel, tour, or to amend your departure point/travelling plans, will be treated similarly. 3. Your Holiday a. Your GLENTON Package Your holiday includes a number of elements as stated in the brochure. Unfortunately, we are unable to make any refunds if you choose not to, or are unable to take any part of this package. b. Your Holiday Accommodation i. Private facilities are available at certain hotels, some at extra cost, and this is shown in the price panel. Rooms with private facilities (sometimes referred to as En-Suite or Private Bathroom) have bath and/or shower and WC, and some rooms may have a washbasin in the bedroom rather than in the WC or bathroom. ii. There is no supplement for a limited number of sole occupancy rooms available at the majority of our UK mainland hotels. However, hotels may allow the use of additional rooms for single occupancy and these rooms, where available, will often carry a supplement. iii. Lower floor rooms are defined as rooms on the ground or first floor. We make no extra charge for the limited number available and although every effort is made to comply with your wishes we accept no liability for failure to provide such a request and cannot accept bookings which are conditional upon us fulfilling this request. iv. Any special requests (eg special diets, low floor or adjoining rooms) must be made at the time of booking and printed in the relevant section of the confirmation invoice issued by GLENTON to you or your travel agent. If, for whatever reason, this is missing you must contact us immediately otherwise the information will not be passed on to the relevant suppliers. Whilst every effort is made to comply with your wishes we cannot guarantee that such requests will be granted or that your accommodation will be able to provide the requested services or facilities. We cannot accept any reservation that is conditional upon any special request being satisfied. v. Some amenities and facilities require cleaning, servicing or may suffer mechanical failure at times, and other unforeseeable factors beyond the control of the supplier may affect their availability from time to time. Certain facilities may be available only on a seasonal basis and subject to local operating timetables. Entertainment as detailed in the brochure may also be affected for similar reasons and therefore its frequency and nature may be subject to change. Some providers may make an additional charge for the use of leisure facilities. vi. In certain circumstances it may become necessary to change the location of a single overnight stop. Whilst we will do our best to notify you in advance of such a change, we reserve the right to effect such a change without notice. At all times the change of hotel will be of equivalent standard to the original. Few insurance companies will provide cover for loss of luggage or personal belongings stored in an unattended vehicle overnight. You should therefore take all personal belongings with you at overnight stops. vii. ln certain cases tourist board accommodation categories or star ratings are shown against hotels. Overseas countries have different grading systems, and star ratings may not be equivalent to those in the UK. Our own grading system shown in our publicity material is based on our clients questionnaire feedback from Jan 2015 to Sep 2016. viii. Inclusive Bars: Please note that where drinks are included as part of the holiday package, conditions do apply and the

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We reserve the right to change itineraries and included excursions from those stated in the brochure, where necessary, and this will not entitle you to compensation where such variations are a consequence of non-significant changes to your holiday. Please note that on cruise holidays onshore excursions incur an additional cost. iii. We reserve the right to prohibit travel should you be experiencing medical symptoms likely to cause ill health to others. It is therefore vital that you ensure you are fit to travel prior to arriving at the pick-up point, port or airport as full cancellation charges will apply should we be forced to terminate your holiday. We also reserve the right to refuse a booking or terminate your holiday and levy full cancellation charges in the event of irrational conduct that is likely to cause anxiety, annoyance, harm or danger to other passengers. iv. Should you leave any belongings at your accommodation or on a coach we will make every effort in tracing and returning them to you, although we do reserve the right to pass on any cost incurred in doing so. v. In the event of any contact being made with us, either directly by you, or by your Travel Agent, on any subject whereby information contained in this brochure is changed, or additional information given, you or your Travel Agent must ensure that the information given is confirmed in writing. No responsibility will be accepted for any loss, damage or disappointment if this procedure has not been followed. vi. Where you have chosen to take the holiday insurance offered as part of our package, should you make a claim under your insurance policy we can take no responsibility if this claim is disputed or refused by the insurer or for any additional expense incurred by you in making the claim whether successful or not. vii. Due to the overall weight and space restrictions on vehicles, luggage is limited to one medium size suitcase per person. Luggage on aircraft or other carriers is subject to the carrier's terms and conditions, a copy of which can be sent to you on request. It is your responsibility to ensure luggage is fit for travel, sturdy and waterproof. No item within your luggage should exceed a £200 limit per item. viii. All holidays are sold subject to availability. Prices & other holiday details are provided for guidance only and in the event of any inaccuracy or discrepancy, the price quoted & the details given at the time of booking will be applicable. In the event of a costing error being generated by our reservations / internet systems or appearing on the confirmation invoice, the prices as they appear in the brochure or relevant availability offer will prevail. Please note that any contract entered into upon such a mistake is not valid or binding. ix. When travelling abroad food and entertainment may reflect local customs and tastes. x. Responsibility is limited for events which are reasonably beyond our control and unforeseeable. Examples of such events could include traffic or road conditions, unavoidable technical or mechanical transport problems, epidemic outbreaks, weather conditions, disputes, fuel shortages and fire. xi. GLENTON has no control over other clients staying in your accommodation. We cannot accept liability for any inconvenience or disturbance caused to our holiday-makers by any other guest or guests staying during the same period. On Good Companions tours it is impossible for us to ensure in advance that all guests are over the age of 55 and we accept no responsibility for the fact that clients under this age may join our tours from time to time, with or without our consent. xii Ocassionally it may be necessary to join a ferry as a foot passenger rather than onboard a coach, especially when destination islands restrict coach access. 4. Health consideration / Disabilities We welcome disabled passengers on our holidays, but some holidays may not be suitable, in our opinion, for your particular disability. Please be aware that many guided tours involve walking and these may not be suitable for customers with limited mobility. Please ensure that the full extent of your disability is advised in a covering letter. Please also ensure that confirmation of your disability has been acknowledged. If we are not informed of any disabilities in this way we cannot be held responsible for any cost or inconvenience incurred. Should you cancel or terminate your holiday due to these reasons full cancellation charges will apply. Collapsible wheelchairs are accepted on coaches, with prior agreement, but battery/ motorised models are not on the grounds of safety to staff and other passengers. On cruise or air holidays, onboard policies regarding disabled holidaymakers may vary. If we are not advised of a disability at the time of booking, you may be refused travel. 5. Your Travel Arrangements a. Departure Times and Places (Coach Holidays) i. It is only possible for customers to be picked-up and dropped off at the scheduled departure points as listed on brochure pages. Departure times shown in the brochure are approximate times only and are subject to change. Final travel times will be confirmed with your Final Travel Documents approximately 10 days before departure.

ii. If you have not received your travel documents within 5 days of your departure date you must contact us immediately so that they may be re-sent to you or any new details confirmed as soon as possible. We cannot accept any responsibility for any loss or expense resulting if the above procedures have not been carried out. iii. You are responsible for ensuring that you are at the correct departure point at the correct time. We cannot accept any responsibility for you not locating your transport or any additional expenses incurred due to you failing to join your transport for the above reasons. iv. Where there is insufficient demand for the advertised departure route GLENTON reserves the right to alter the route. v. Where we include home pick-up, we can only collect from one address per booking. The service is limited to those areas advertised. b. Tour Coaches and Coach Seats i. If it becomes necessary to use a coach with different seat numbers to those shown in the booking form, the seat position should not change significantly. However, we cannot accept bookings conditional on the provision of specific seats and accept no liability if the seat provided is in a different position to that indicated in the published seating plan. Additionally on rare occasions we reserve the right to change your seat number/s for operational reasons. Reserved seats are not allocated on transfer services or optional excursions. Although certain tours are advertised as having a coach with WC facilities, we reserve the right to operate a coach without such facilities should this become necessary due to mechanical failure, accident, etc. From time to time connecting taxis and minibuses may be used on a transfer element of your holiday. ii. In the unlikely event of a premium Select coach being unavailable, for whatever reason, on Select tours we reserve the right to replace the vehicle with a regular coach. Clients will be refunded £2 per day and this will be the extent of our liability. c. Smoking For the comfort of the majority of passengers, all coaches are strictly no smoking including electronic cigarettes. If you ignore this rule we reserve the right to terminate your holiday and levy full cancellation charges. You may also be liable to meet the cost of any claims brought against GLENTON resulting from such an incident. d. Porterage On some holidays porterage may not always be available and where it is you will usually incur a small extra charge. Porterage is usually not available at sea ports or airports for security reasons. e. Conditions of Carriage You are advised that overland carriage is in vehicles other than those owned or operated by GLENTON and that no sea or air transport is owned by the company. Such transport is subject to national and international regulations and conventions which may limit or exclude liability - a copy of these are available if you wish to see them. Your contract is subject to English Law and jurisdiction. Not all coaches bear GLENTON livery. f. Delayed Departure If your departure to or from the UK mainland is delayed for more than six hours beyond the scheduled departure time we will make arrangements for meals and alternative accommodation only if this delay results in the advertised meal and accommodation arrangements being cancelled. We cannot accept responsibility for any meals or accommodation not included in the advertised holiday itinerary. If departure from the UK mainland is delayed for more than twelve hours beyond the scheduled departure time we reserve the right to cancel the holiday and refund all monies paid and this shall be the extent of our liability. g. Locally Booked Excursions and Activities Whilst you are away on holiday you may be offered the opportunity to buy optional excursions & activities. These are provided by independent local companies which are neither owned or controlled by GLENTON and for which GLENTON acts only as an agent. If you decide to purchase an excursion or activity your contract will be made with the local supplier and will not be regarded as part of the GLENTON package. This contract will be subject to the local providers’ terms & conditions and will be governed by local law & jurisdiction. GLENTON accepts no liability for any breach of contract or negligent act or omission by such suppliers. 6. Liability and Consumer Protection The Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 require us to provide security for the monies that you pay for package holidays booked from this brochure, other publicity material and on the website and for your repatriation in the event of our insolvency. We provide this security by way of an ATOL (number 10494) – Air Travel Organiser’s Licence administered by the Civil Aviation Authority and a bond held by ABTA for packages that do not include flights. If you book arrangements other than a package holiday from this brochure, the financial protection referred to above does not apply. For your financial protection when you buy an ATOL protected air holiday package from GLENTON, you will receive an ATOL Certificate from us (or via our authorised agent through which you booked) This lists the flight, accommodation, car hire and/or other services that are financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. Many of the flights and flight-inclusive holidays offered by GLENTON Holidays Ltd in this brochure, other publicity material and on the website are financially protected by the ATOL scheme. But ATOL protection does not apply to all holiday and travel services. Please ask us to confirm what protection may apply to your booking. If you do not receive an ATOL Certificate then the booking will not be ATOL protected. If you do receive an ATOL Certificate but all the parts of your trip are not listed on it, those parts will not be ATOL protected. For more information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate go to: http://www.caa.co.uk/atol-protection. We will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where we aren’t able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL

holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable). In the unlikely event of our insolvency whilst you are on holiday, the CAA will ensure that you are not stranded abroad. For further information visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk. If you buy a package holiday that does not include a flight protection is provided by ABTA. We are a Member of ABTA, membership number Y0234 and we are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA's Code of Conduct. For further information please see http://www.abta.com . This brochure is published by GLENTON in good faith and is designed to assist you in choosing a suitable holiday. We accept responsibility for ensuring that the component parts of your holiday as described in this brochure are of a reasonable standard and that the obligations arising from this contract are performed properly unless this non or improper performance is attributable neither to any fault of ours or to that of another supplier because i) the failure to perform the contract were attributable to you ii) such failures were attributable to a third party unconnected with the provision of the contracted services, and are unforeseen and unavoidable iii) such failures are due to force majeure or to an event which we, or the supplier of the service, even with all due care could not foresee or forestall. Even in the case of sections i and ii above we will still give prompt assistance to you but this shall be the extent of our liability. 7. Claims a. Claims other than Personal Injury Subject to the foregoing we will pay reasonable compensation for the non or improper performance of the contract by us, limited at all times to twice the total cost of the holiday. b. Claims for Personal Injury Subject to the foregoing, all claims relating to personal death or injury will be equivalent to the damages you would be entitled to receive under English Law in an English Court provided at all times that: i. you assign to GLENTON any rights against a supplier or other person or party you may have relating to the claim. ii. that you co-operate fully with us should we or our insurers wish to enforce those rights which have been assigned to us. iii. Such payment in the case of transport or air is limited to that laid down in the appropriate International Conventions. Note: Failure to notify us of your claim within 90 days of your return from holiday may affect our ability to investigate your claim and may impact on the way your claim is dealt with. 8. Data Protection In order to process your booking and to ensure that your travel arrangements run smoothly and meet your requirements, we and your travel agent need to use the information you provide such as name, address, any special needs/dietary requirements etc. We take full responsibility for ensuring that proper security measures are in place to protect your information. We must pass the information on to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements such as airlines, hotels, transport companies etc. The information may also be provided to security or credit checking companies, public authorities such as customs/ immigration if required by them, or as required by law. Additionally, where your holiday is outside the European Economic Area (EEA), controls on data protection in your destination may not be as strong as the legal requirements in this country. We will not however, pass any information on to any person not responsible for part of your travel arrangements. This applies to any sensitive information that you give us such as details of any disabilities, or dietary/religious requirements. If we cannot pass this information to the relevant suppliers, whether in the EEA or not, we cannot provide your booking. In making this booking you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons. You are entitled to a copy of your information held by us. If you would like to see this please contact D. Haig, Data Controller, GLENTON, 30 Gordon Street, Glasgow, G1 3PU. 9. Price Policy Before confirmation of your holiday we reserve the right to change prices from those advertised in this brochure. Having confirmed your holiday by sending your Holiday Confirmation Invoice, the price of your travel arrangements is subject to surcharges only on the following items. 1. Transportation - e.g. increases in fuel costs 2. Government action - e.g. any increases in VAT or any other tax imposed on us or required to be passed on by us 3. Currency - in relation to adverse exchange rate variations. However, even in these circumstances we will absorb or retain an amount equivalent to the first 2% of the price of your holiday, which excludes any insurance premiums and any amendment charges. Only amounts in excess of this 2% will be surcharged but where a surcharge is payable there will be an administration fee of £3 together with an amount to cover travel agents' commission. If this means paying more than 10% on the holiday price, you will be entitled to cancel and receive a full refund of all monies paid. Should you decide to cancel because of this, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on the revised invoice. Should the above mentioned price variations be downward then the price of your holiday will be accordingly reduced and any refund paid to you. Please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your travel due to contractual and other protection in place. The holiday prices published in this brochure were calculated according to exchange rates published in the Financial Times on 21 October 2016 Euro 1.11. 10. Arbitration In the event that you have any complaint during the course of your holiday you are strongly advised to immediately bring this to the attention of the supplier of the service in question AND the GLENTON driver. If you are not satisfied with the solution offered you must contact us in writing after returning home. We are unable to address complaints received more than 28 days after

your return date and cannot be held responsible for any letters not received. In the unlikely event that we are unable to amicably settle your grievance, you may decide to pursue the matter further. GLENTON are a member of ABTA, membership number Y0234 and can offer you ABTA’s scheme for the resolution of disputes which is approved by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. If GLENTON cannot resolve your complaint, go to www.abta.com to use ABTA's simple procedure. Further information on the Code of Conduct and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com . 11. Health Matters Travel to certain countries may mean it is advisable or even compulsory for you to be inoculated against certain illnesses. It is essential therefore that you get fully comprehensive information about inoculations & health precautions that you may need for your holiday by, in the first instance, consulting your GP. Clients travelling to EC countries are strongly advised to obtain the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). This card allows you access to state provided healthcare in all European Economic Area (EEA) countries and Switzerland at a reduced cost or sometimes free of charge. Your local Post Office has application forms or you can apply online at www.ehic.org.uk or call 0300 3301 350. For travel overseas you are also advised to obtain the 'Health Advice for Travellers’ leaflet from the Dept. of Health, your local ABTA travel agent or directly from ourselves. 12. Photo Identification, Passport and Visa Requirements i. For cruises and holidays outside the UK, you will require a full 10 year British passport with at least six months validity after your date of return to the UK. Passports are also required for day trips to European countries such as France or Belgium. ii. Holders of non-UK passports may be subject to differing visa requirements and are advised to consult the appropriate embassy or consulate to seek clarification. iii. A full passport is now required for ALL holidays that include air travel within the UK and Ireland. iv. It is your responsibility to comply with all passport, visa, health and immigration requirements applicable to your chosen tour. It is your responsibility to obtain the correct documentation to travel and full cancellation charges will be levied if you fail to do so. 13. Cruises and Flights i. Persons with physical disabilities or other special needs requiring special treatment or assistance, including persons confined to wheelchairs, must advise us in writing of the nature of such conditions at the time of requesting reservations. ii. The Cruise/Airline Operator reserves the right to refuse passage to anyone who has failed to notify them of such disabilities or need for assistance or who, in the Cruise/ Airline Operator's opinion is unfit for travel or anyone whose condition may constitute a danger to themselves or others on board. iii. The Cruise/Airline Operator reserves the right to insist on the presence of an able bodied (fare-paying) companion. iv. Those passengers confined to wheelchairs must furnish their own standard size wheelchairs and must be accompanied by a travelling companion fit and able to assist them. Ship and airport wheelchairs are available for emergency use only. v. On cruises for safety reasons passengers using wheelchairs will not be able to go ashore at ports where the ship cannot berth alongside a landing stage or pier. vi. GLENTON acts as an agent for nominated Cruise Operators/Airlines and that your booking is subject to the Cruise Operators/ Airlines Conditions of Carriage, a copy of which will be sent to you on request. vii. Where free home pick-up is included we reserve the right to alter your departure airport. viii. We recommend that you check the names on your booking confirmation match the names on your passport. Any corrections made after receiving your holiday confirmation may be subject to applicable airline charges. ix Any passengers requiring airport assistance must request this at the time of booking. Failure to follow this procedure may result in assistance being unavailable. Cancellation charges will apply should you choose to cancel your holiday as a result. Airport assistance is limited per aircraft, any bookings made where assistance is guaranteed may incur extra charges as levied by the airport or airline. 14. Safety We recommend that you check Foreign Office Travel Advice relating to the country you have chosen to visit before you make your booking. This information can be found on the Internet at http://www.gov.uk/travelaware. It is important that you exercise the same care and attention to your personal safety and possessions as you would at home; we recommend that you remain in well-lit, populated areas if out at night and try to avoid displaying expensive jewellery. 15. Child Discounts A discount of 25% applies to children under the age of 14 provided they are travelling with two adults paying full charge and are sharing the same bedroom. Subject to availability. This applies to coach holidays in the UK only. 16. Acknowledgements GLENTON gratefully acknowledges the large number of tourist organisations, information offices, hoteliers, suppliers, websites, photographers and attractions that have provided photographs for use within our literature. 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