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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: BaR This icon indicates that your hotel has one or more bar areas. liFt Your hotel has a lift. On occasion, lifts may not access all floors and there may be stairs to negotiate. 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.
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JERsEy
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One of our very favourite destinations, this is the unique land where British and French influences meet. 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.
WEstHill HOtEl – st HEliER
ROOm UPgRadE availaBlE+
This fantastic three star 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.
7 nights From £569 5 nights From £469 4 nights From £399
Superior Single £15pppn 4
• Dinner, bed & breakfast • Return flights with seat reservation • Baggage allowance • Resort transfers • Free holiday insurance option
Jersey events & Festivals
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Jersey Horse Racing - Mon 30 May & Mon 29 Aug Jersey International Motoring Festival - Thu 2 - Sun 5 Jun Jersey Film Festival - Sat 6 - Thu 11 Aug Jersey Offshore Powerboat Festival - Sat 6 & Sun 7 Aug Battle of Flowers Carnival - Thu 11 Aug Battle of Flowers Moonlight Carnival - Fri 12 Aug International Air Display - Thu 8 Sep Jersey Regatta - Fri 9 - Sun 11 Sep National Trust Open Weekend - Sat 10 & Sun 11 Sep
NORFOlk HOtEl – st HEliER
This popular family owned and run centrally located two star hotel is renowned for its excellent service. Minutes from Howard Davis Park, the hotel boasts a heated outdoor swimming pool, coffee shop, regular entertainment in the bar, lift to all floors and a beautiful rose garden.
7 nights From £579
Garden/ Pool View room £4pppn
Single room supplement £6pppn
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BEst WEstERN ROyal HOtEl – st HEliER
mONtEREy HOtEl – st HEliER ROOm UPgRadE availaBlE+
Three star hotel just minutes walk from the town centre. Guests can take advantage of the leisure facilities at the Monterey Hotel, just 500 metres away.
7 nights From £609 5 nights From £499 4 nights From £439
Four Poster room £5pppn
ROOm UPgRadE availaBlE+
Located within walking distance of the main shopping centre. The key feature of this hotel is the leisure facilities which include an outdoor and indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam room and mini gym.
7 nights From £569 5 nights From £469 4 nights From £419
Suite £13pppn
Superior room £3pppn
Sole occupancy from £20pppn
Sole occupancy from £20pppn
NORFOlk lOdgE HOtEl – st HEliER
FORt d'aUvERgNE HOtEl – st HEliER
Situated on the outskirts of St Helier town centre this three star hotel has an indoor swimming pool, children’s splash pool and sun terrace.
This traditionally styled three star hotel is situated in the Harve De Pas area and has excellent views. The hotel features an indoor swimming pool.
7 nights From £569 5 nights From £469 4 nights From £419
7 nights From £569 5 nights From £469 4 nights From £419
Sea View room £4pppn
Sole occupancy from £20pppn
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Sea View & Balcony £6pppn
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Holiday code: AECIJ
Door to Door* service is available from Newcastle and Leeds Bradford Airport only at an additional cost of £25pp. Please see page 3 for details of this service. 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. +Rooms upgrades subject to cost and subject to 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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EXPLORE, EXPERIENCE, CHALLENGE Looking for something a little bit different? Seeking new adventures? 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. That’s why we’ve introduced activE By glENtON – 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. Stoke 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. The world is your oyster - go grab it with activE and have
JERsEy
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£669 The jewel of the Channel Isles, escape the hustle and bustle of daily life as you lose yourself in Jersey’s quaint winding streets, leafy country lanes and breathtaking coastline. Discover history at every turn, relax on pristine beaches and partake of welcoming hospitality. Our fascinating guided walking tours uncover the history of St Helier and take us to the fishing village of St Aubin and picturesque Gorey - the nearest headland to France. On your free days, perhaps hop on the bus to Jersey Lavender or visit the Durrell Wildlife Zoo, home to some of the planet’s most endangered species.
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Your Excursions Guided Tour of St Helier 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. Guided Tour of St Aubin We travel to the pretty coastal village of St Aubin for a half day walking tour taking in the old school, the church of St Aubin on the Hill, the pub where Karl Marx stayed and the ancient seat of the Seigneurs of Franc Fief. Guided Tour of Gorey Enjoy a walking tour of quaint Gorey with its labyrinth of narrow lanes. Hear stories about how Orgueil Castle was captured, learn about oyster fishing, see where the man who seized the Rosetta Stone lived and where novelist George Eliot entertained her lover.
WEstHill HOtEl – st HEliER Your 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 rural outskirts of St Helier with beautiful south facing lawns, boasts fantastic facilities.
7 nights From £669 Sat 11 Jun £669 Superior single £15pppn
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PriCe inClUDes • Dinner, B&B • Return flights with seat allocation • Baggage allowance • Resort transfers • Guided walking tours • Free holiday insurance option
Door to Door* service is available from Newcastle and Leeds Bradford Airport only at an additional cost of £25pp. Please see page 3 for details of this service. 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.
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IRISH ADvENTURE by AIR
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Dinner, bed & breakfast Return flights with seat reservation Baggage allowance Coach travel throughout Tour escort Full holiday itinerary Free holiday insurance option
Fly to Dublin and enjoy idyllic days sightseeing on the enchanting Emerald Isle. You’ll be based in Killarney, Ireland’s premier tourist destination and home to jaunting cars and stunning lakes. We pop into the impossibly pretty village of Adare and visit the seaport city of Cork where the impressive architecture includes the Gothic Finn Barre’s Cathedral. A holiday highlight is our exploration of the breathtaking Ring of Kerry – a mystical, unspoilt region with old monasteries, pristine beaches, Iron Age forts and a landscape carved out of rock by the last Ice Age. Final treasures include the immensely beautiful Dingle Peninsula and Dublin Fair City with its wealth of attractions including the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College and, of course, the Leprechaun Museum. Your Holiday Itinerary
Sunday. Make your own way to Glasgow or Edinburgh Airport and board your flight to Dublin. Here our representative will be on hand to transfer you to your overnight hotel in the Dublin area to meet your Tour Manager and fellow travellers. Monday. After breakfast we head for the spectacular south west through the heart of Ireland. On arrival in Killarney we head for our base for the next five nights, the popular Eviston House Hotel.
Saturday. This morning we make our way to Dublin where there is time to explore this historic and lively capital city before arriving at our overnight hotel. Sunday. Today you are transferred from the hotel to Dublin Airport for the flight back to Glasgow or Edinburgh Airport.
EvistON HOUsE HOtEl – killaRNEy
Tuesday. A day at leisure to enjoy this lovely Irish town. Take one of the famous jaunting car trips to Muckross House, relax at your leisure or perhaps enjoy a boat trip on the lake. Wednesday. Today’s full day tour of the glorious ‘Ring of Kerry’ is one of the many highlights of the week. This is one of the finest areas of natural beauty in Europe. Thursday. A full day excursion to the lively city of Cork, Ireland’s second city. There will be plenty of time to explore. We return via Blarney where there is time to visit the castle - home of the mystical stone of eloquence. Friday. Another scenic delight in store today as we head for the Dingle Peninsula and spend the day admiring the stunning mountains and seascapes that cover this entire area.
This family run hotel is set in the town centre close to all the amenities and attractions. The traditional Irish bar hosts live entertainment every night.
g E 7 nights From £699 Sun 19 Jun Single room supplement £139
Sun 25 Sep Holiday Code: AEIREKI
Prices shown are guidance only. They are correct at the time of printing. We have included a reasonable budget for your flights, however you may be subject to an airfare supplement. If so you will be advised at the time of booking.
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PriCe inClUDes:
• Full board while river cruising including morning coffee and afternoon tea • Two nights entertainment • Return flights with seat reservation • Baggage allowance • Resort transfers • Full holiday itinerary • Free holiday insurance option
RHiNE & mOsEllE RivER cRUisE The banks of the Rhine and Moselle are lands of legends where ancient castles crown the hillsides and vineyards cling to 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 to enjoy the destination of the day at your own pace. Your Holiday Itinerary Sunday. We fly from Edinburgh to Cologne-Bonn for our transfer to the Prinses Christina. Monday. We embark on our river cruise, sailing past bonny Bonn and into the Rhine Valley with its vineyards, romantic castles and colourful villages studding its banks. We arrive at the old Roman town of Andernach. Tuesday. We leave the Rhine at Koblenz and sail along the Moselle to Cochem, a traditional German village where history and folklore are woven into every alleyway and snaking streets of wine taverns nestle beneath storybook Reichsburg Castle. Wednesday. We rejoin the Rhine and glide on to the traditional tourist town of Boppard. Thursday. Our gentle cruise continues to the popular resort of Rudesheim. Perhaps wander the quirky alleyways exploring the historical treasures or visit the Middle Ages Torture Museum! Friday. We return to two thousand year old Koblenz with its abundance of cultural monuments and atmospheric squares. Perhaps hop aboard the ultra modern cable car to visit Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. Saturday. Today we pass the remains of the famous bridge at Remagen as we return to Cologne, arriving mid afternoon. Why not take time to visit Cologne’s majestic cathedral? Sunday. We transfer to Cologne-Bonn Airport for our return flight to Edinburgh.
PRiNsEs cHRistiNa This tastefully furnished ship has a forward lounge on the Promenade Deck featuring a dance floor and bar area as well as a separate restaurant on the Cabin Deck and a spacious open air sun deck. The ship is air-conditioned throughout and all cabins are en suite with satellite television and in house movies. Upper deck cabins have superior views and are higher above the waterline. Please note that whilst there are stairlifts on board, wheelchair access is regrettably not possible.
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Sun 28 Aug
Sun 3, 10, 17 Jul
Sun 4, 11, 18 Sep
Holiday Code: AEGERI
Cabin deck from £799 Main deck from £829
Promenade Deck from £859
Prices shown are for guidance only. They are correct at the time of printing. We have included a reasonable budget for your flights; however you may be subject to an airfare supplement. If so you will be advised at the time of booking.
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• Dinner, bed & breakfast • Return flights with seat reservation • Baggage allowance • Coach travel throughout • Full holiday itinerary • Free holiday insurance option
aUstRia tyROl & italiaN lakE gaRda Incomparable sightseeing beckons with soaring mountains, cascading waterfalls and glassy lakes as we blend the beauty of the Austrian Tyrol with Italy’s lovely Lake Garda. We include a relaxing cruise around this Italian paradise and guided tours of the equally captivating cities of Venice and Verona. We sample local wines in Bardolino, explore the towering Alps, then a delightful carriage ride through the streets of Kitzbühel completes a blissful holiday. Your Holiday Itinerary
Monday. We fly direct to Munich where our coach awaits to take us to Hotel Gasthof Gradlwirt in Niederndorf. Relax with a welcome drink before dinner. Tuesday. After breakfast we travel to Rattenberg the smallest city in Austria and known today as the Tyrolean home of glass and crystal. Nestled on the banks of the River Inn, this medieval walled town houses many glass and crystal showrooms. Spend some time wandering the charming streets before continuing south to Lake Garda and check in to Hotel Posta and enjoy a welcome drink followed by dinner. Wednesday. We journey to pretty Malcesine where you’ll have time to browse the traditional Italian shops before we board our boat to cruise to Riva del Garda where we rejoin our coach. Thursday. We enjoy a guided tour of Venice taking in the World Heritage Site of St. Mark´s Square, the Basilica and its Campanile, the Gothic Doges´ Palace and Palazzo Ducale. Friday. A guided tour of Verona, the enchanting city of Romeo and Juliet with fortified walls, an old castle, Roman gates, cathedral and Juliet’s balcony. Saturday. We check out of the Hotel Posta and take a scenic drive to the vineyards of Bardolino and Valpolicella. We include a visit to the Olive Oil Museum and a guided tour of a local winery – along with some tasting. Afterwards, we return to Hotel Gasthof Gradlwirt in Niederndorf. Sunday. Look forward to a circular tour of the Kitzbühel Alps via Wilder Kaiser and St. Johann arriving at the alpine resort
iNclUdEs gUidEd tOURs OF vENicE & vERONa, lakE gaRda cRUisE, HORsE dRaWN caRRiagE RidE & EXcURsiONs tO OlivE Oil mUsEUm & WiNERy
of Kitzbühel. Here we hop aboard a horse-drawn carriage for a ride through the historic streets. Monday. Today we check out of our hotel and make our way to Munich for our flight home.
HOtEl POsta – sPiazzi The quaint family run Hotel Posta is located in the charming and historic village of Spiazzi and has a pretty garden, indoor pool and games room. Enjoy homemade specialities along with lovely views in the bright and airy restaurant.
HOtEl gastHOF gRadlWiRt – NiEdERNdORF, aUstRia Located in the centre of the border town of Niederndorf. This welcoming hotel is typically Tyrolean in style.
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Holiday Code: AEAUIT
Prices shown are for guidance only. They are correct at the time of printing. We have included a reasonable budget for your flights; however you may be subject to an airfare supplement. If so you will be advised at the time of booking.
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• Full Board • Free bar* • Return flights with seat reservation • Baggage allowance • Resort transfers • Full holiday itinerary includes two excursions • Free holiday insurance option
Spain’s magnificent Costa Brava is a spectacular coastal region with pavement cafés, Blue Flag beaches and a palm-fringed promenade. 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 optional excursions to cosmopolitan Barcelona and Figueres. Your Holiday Itinerary Wednesday. Our sunshine break begins when we fly off from Edinburgh Airport to Barcelona. We then proceed to the Calella Palace Hotel for our 10 night stay. Thursday. Free day to relax, enjoy your hotels extensive facilities or explore at your own pace. Friday. After breakfast, there is the option to visit Figueres (at a an additional cost) where you can visit the fascinating Salvador Dalí Foundation. After time to appreciate the incredible and diverse works of the famous surrealist at leisure and in your own time, we then visit the historic town of Besalu - a rather grand old town dominated by its magnificent 11th century fortified bridge. Saturday. Day at leisure – perhaps visit Dalmau Park with its pine-woods and fountains – a lovely spot to unwind and enjoy nature. Sunday. Tossa de Mar is our treat today – a jewel in this rugged coastline where you might like to people-watch over a glass of wine in one of the pavement bars. Monday. Another do your own thing day-maybe stroll through the narrow streets of the historic quarter to visit the neoclassical church of Santa Maria and the fourteenth century Casa del Salvadors. Tuesday. Today we make our way to beautiful Barcelona (additional cost). A must-see attraction is Gaudi’s awe-inspiring La Sagrada Familia cathedral. Stroll down Las Ramblas, the city’s vibrant boulevard full of street musicians and wander through the Gothic Quarter with its snaking streets.
Wednesday. Set in its own crystal-clear bay, Cadaques is a picturesque fishing village of delightful white-washed houses, which was the inspiration for much of Salvador Dalí’s work (additional cost). Thursday. We venture out to Girona. Explore the Old Town, relax on a terrace or wander along the historic city walls. Friday. Day at leisure to top up your tan or shop for souvenirs. Saturday. It’s adios to Calella and head to Barcelona Airport for our flight home to Edinburgh.
calElla PalacE HOtEl – calElla Located metres from the beach, this superb four star hotel boasts indoor and outdoor pools, a rooftop sun terrace, whirlpool, games room, air-conditioning and live entertainment.
FREE BaR 11:30am -11:00Pm*
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Holiday Code: AECOS
Please note that the local Catalonian tourism tax of a total of €7 must be paid directly to the hotel in resort. We regret we are unable to include this charge.
Prices are correct at the time of printing. 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.
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BENidORm
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£749
With its white sandy beaches and backdrop of ultra-modern skyscrapers, Benidorm’s landscape is arguably the most instantly recognisable in Spain. Nestling in the beautiful Costa Blanca, its year round sunshine and crystal clear waters make the resort a magnet for sun lovers who enjoy relaxing on the coast.
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HOtEl Bali – BENidORm This four star hotel is located 400 metres from a sandy beach and two kilometres from downtown Benidorm. Famously known as the tallest building in Spain.
This three star resort is situated close to Playa de Levante and the main shopping centre. The Poseidon Resort consists of the Poseidon Hotel or the Poseidon Palace which have communal facilities with the exception of dining. Please note you may be placed in either building.
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10 nights From £799 Wed 18 May
Single room supplement £90
Holiday Code: AESPPB
9 nights From £749 Wed 19 Oct
Single room supplement £95
PriCe inClUDes:
• Dinner, bed & breakfast • Door to Door* service • Return flights with seat reservation • Baggage allowance • Resort transfers • Free holiday insurance option
mURcia
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FREE HOliday iNsURaNcE OPtiON
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£699
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 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.
HOtEl tRaiNa saN PEdRO dEl PiNataR Located just a short stroll from the beach and a fifteen minute walk from the nature reserve, the superb four star Hotel Traina features a rooftop swimming pool complete with snack bar and lovely views of the surrounding area.
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7 nights From £699
Mon 26 Sep
No single room supplement
PriCe inClUDes:
• Dinner, bed & breakfast • Door to Door* service • Return flights with seat reservation • Baggage allowance • Resort transfers • Free holiday insurance option
Prices shown are for guidance only. They are correct at the time of printing. We have included a reasonable budget for your flights; however you may be subject to an airfare supplement. If so you will be advised at the time of booking.
*Conditions apply
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With over three hundred days of sunshine each year enriched by warm air flowing from Africa, it’s easy to see why this stunning Portuguese coastline is so popular. Our holiday is based in Albufeira, a lovely, lively town where you can take your pick of sandy coves. Wander the traditional winding streets that come alive at dusk with bars showcasing folk dancers and traditional music.
REal BEllavista HOtEl – alBUFERia This four star hotel has a peaceful location about a kilometre from the old town and boasts outdoor and indoor pools, a spa and pretty gardens. Enjoy nightly entertainment and a courtesy shuttle bus will take you to the beach and resort centre.
P 7 nights From £599 14 nights From £799 Wed 2 Nov Single room supplement applies
Holiday Code: AEALR
PriCe inClUDes:
• All inclusive* • Door to Door service* • Return flights with seat reservation • Baggage allowance • Holiday escort • Resort transfers • Free holiday insurance option
mENORca ALL INCLusIvE*
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One of Spain’s Balearic Islands, laid back Menorca is renowned for endless beaches and the turquoise waters that lap its sandy bays. The stylish capital, Mahon, is perched on a bluff overlooking a vast natural harbour and features Georgian mansions and a 13th century church. Explore prehistoric sites, take a boat trip around the coast or linger over a long lunch in a beachfront café.
aPaRtmENts BiNimaR - cala N FORcat Located near idyllic Cala Piques beach on the outskirts of Cuidadela, this palm fringed holiday centre is beautifully situated and boasts a wealth of activities, bars and entertainment. All apartments have a balcony and a small kitchen with fridge.
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Holiday Code: AEMAP Single room supplement £115
PriCe inClUDes:
• All inclusive* • Door to Door* service • Return flights with seat reservation • Baggage allowance • Resort transfers • Free holiday insurance option
Prices are correct at the time of printing. 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.
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Door to Door* sERvicE
PriCe inClUDes:
• All inclusive* • Door to Door* service • Return flights with seat reservation • Baggage allowance • Resort transfers • Free holiday insurance option
maJORca ALL INCLusIvE* Majorca boasts gorgeous sandy beaches, whitewashed villages and pleasure boat trips sail you along the Fjord-like coastline, some offering the opportunity to visit the famous Caves of Drach. Perhaps you’d like to catch the local bus to chic Palma where you’ll find Arab Baths, a gothic cathedral and the Almudaina Palace – once an Arab fort and now the official Majorcan residence for the Spanish Royal Family.
cHOicE OF HOtEls HOtEl Palma NOva – Palma NOva
HOtEl amERica – calas dE mallORca
This comfortable three star hotel is just 200 metres from the beach in a quieter area of the lively Palma Nova resort. Enjoy evening entertainment several nights a week, spacious sun terraces and gardens.
Recently reburbished Hotel America has stylish and spacious rooms, all boasting balconies facing the sea. There is regular entertainment and a large sun terrace which overlooks the bay.
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Holiday Code: AEMAPN Single room supplement £120
7 nights From £649 Mon 9 May
Mon 3 Oct
Holiday Code: AEMACA Single room supplement £90
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• Dinner, bed and breakfast (unless otherwise stated) • Door to Door* service • Return flights with seat reservation • Baggage allowance • Resort transfers • Free holiday insurance option
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Located in the midst of the Mediterranean, Malta is surrounded by crystal clear waters and blessed with an inviting climate. So much more than just a sunshine getaway, Malta has history at every turn. Its capital, Valletta with its splendid architecture, an open-air theatre and a stunning natural harbour. Inland you’ll find medieval Mdina, Mosta and Rabat.
Plaza HOtEl – sliEma
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Situated on the coast road of Sliema, near St Julian’s with picturesque views of Balluta Bay. The three star Plaza is the ideal location to enjoy the attractions of Sliema.
all iNclUsivE* This four star holiday centre boasts excellent facilities. It enjoys a quiet location in Mellieha and a bus stop just outside provides services around the island.
ROOm UPgRadE availaBlE†
7 nights From £679
7 nights From £599 14 nights From £739
14 nights From £919 Seaview from £11pppn
QaWRa PalacE HOtEl – QaWRa The four star Qawra Palace is situated on the promenade with panoramic views across Salina Bay this superb hotel is a fun filled resort by itself. Enjoy a lively entertainment programme and numerous activities.
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db saN aNtONiO HOtEl & sPa – st PaUl’s Bay
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all iNclUsivE* This impressive hotel overlooks St Paul’s Bay and has a Moroccan-style spa where you can pamper yourself. If you feel like exploring, a bus stop just outside connects you with the rest of the island.
7 nights From £579
7 nights From £679
14 nights From £739
14 nights From £919
Seaview from £6pppn
Seaview from £5pppn
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Holiday Code: AEMAL
Prices shown are for guidance only. They are correct at the time of printing. We have included a reasonable budget for your flights; however you may be subject to an airfare supplement. If so you will be advised at the time of booking. † Room upgrades subject to cost and availability. Please note an environmental contribution of 50c ppd will be imposed, up to a maximum of €5 per tourist for hotel accommodation and must be paid directly to the hotel in resort.
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cyPRUs Basking in year round sunshine, this sparking jewel of the Mediterranean is an island of legends with a sense of timelessness. Over 10,000 years of history has seen civilisations come and go and leave their mark. Delightful Paphos is a thriving holiday hub as well as UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to its many natural treasures. Alfresco cafés and tavernas surround the quaint harbour, a popular haunt of tourists. Nearby Petra Tou Romiou is the beautiful spot where Aphrodite is said to have emerged from the sea.
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This three star hotel is situated in attractive gardens near to a selection of shops and restaurants and within easy reach of Paphos harbour and castle.
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This impressive four star hotel boasts superb facilities, with many shops, restaurants and bars nearby. The hotel is just over 300 metres from the sandy beach Coral Bay near Paphos.
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Holiday Code: AECYPR
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The playwright George Bernard Shaw was so enchanted by this beautiful city that he wrote “those who seek paradise on Earth should come to Dubrovnik”. Its Old Town is impossibly pretty with well preserved stone walls enclosing a palace, monasteries, fortresses, historic churches, city gates, pleasant squares and the ornate Onofrio’s Fountain. Walk the city walls, wander around the historic harbour or hop aboard the cable car to the top of Mount Srd where you can enjoy a bite to eat along with truly sensational views.
HOtEl vis – laPad Located in the Lapad area of Dubrovnik, the three star Hotel Vis is set right on a private pebbly beach and features the captivating Lido Bar and a terrace restaurant with views of the Elaphite Islands. The nearby Lapad Bay promenade boasts a wealth of bars, restaurants and shops while Dubrovnik’s Old Town is an easy fifteen minute bus ride away.
E 7 nights From £499
Sat 8 Oct
Holiday Code: AEDUV
Single rooms on request at a supplement
PriCe inClUDes: • Dinner, bed and breakfast • Return flights with seat reservation • Baggage allowance • Resort transfers • Free holiday insurance option
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Capital of the Cantabria region on Spain’s north coast, historic Santander is home to a grand Gothic cathedral as well as the Palacio de la Magdalena - the one time royal summer residence. Enjoy a stroll along the leafy Paseo de Pereda promenade, get a different view of the city on a guided harbour cruise, explore one of the picturesque parks or chill out on the sandy beach.
HOtEl cHiQUi – saNtaNdER Commanding an outstanding beachfront location, this elegant hotel features a traditional restaurant and piano bar as well as a cafe-bar that opens on to a large terrace where you can enjoy a drink with some tapas.
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Holiday Code: AESAC
Wed 21 Sep
PriCe inClUDes: • Bed and breakfast • Return flights with seat reservation • Baggage allowance • Resort transfers • Free holiday insurance option Prices are correct at the time of printing. 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.
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Welcome to our exciting gOOd cOmPaNiONs range of air holidays for the solo traveller – all in the company of likeminded folk and escorted by a friendly host. Each year more and more gOOd cOmPaNiONs take to the skies on one of our incredible value escapes to exciting destinations, all with no single supplements to pay. Yet again, we’ve sourced fabulous hotels in must see European resorts – all including the usual benefits of a gOOd cOmPaNiONs break. Grab that passport!
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£849 This dreamy Italian adventure is based in Alassio. Staying at Hotel Garden with dinner, bed and breakfast plus wine and water with dinner* each evening. Look forward to visits to Menton & San Remo.
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Jersey is the place where you can lose yourself in quaint winding streets and breathtaking coastline. Jersey is long lazy afternoons, leafy country lanes, history at every turn, pristine beaches and welcoming hospitality. Our base is the outstanding Westhill Hotel on the outskirts of St Helier, where you enjoy dinner, bed and breakfast.
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7 nights From £849 Fri 30 Sep Holiday Code: AEITALGC
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4 nights From £599 No single room supplement
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5 nights From £649
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Based in Sa Coma, which has one the most spectacular beaches in Majorca. You will be staying at the THB Sa Coma Platja which occupies a beachfront location in the centre of Sa Coma on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis and includes wine and water with dinner each evening.
Located in the midst of the Mediterranean, Malta is surrounded by crystal clear waters and blessed with an inviting climate. Staying on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis at the four star Kennedy Nova Hotel situated on the promenade with beautiful views across the harbour.
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7 nights From £549
Holiday Code: AEMALGC
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Holiday Code: AEMSCGC
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Based in San Pedro del Pinatar, a delightful Mediterranean resort with sandy beaches, natural mud baths and Roman ruins. Enjoy dinner, bed & breakfast at Hotel Traina, which has a rooftop swimming pool and is located just a short stroll from the beach and a fifteen minute walk from a leafy nature reserve.
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.
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Sun 2 Oct
Holiday Code: AEMUTGC
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£649 Malgrat de Mar is a charming old town located near Santa Susana featuring golden sands, beach bars and music pubs. We stay at the four star Hotel Luna Club which enjoys a quiet location just metres from the beach. Your action packed itinerary features Yoga and Flamenco lessons and a Paella demonstration at our hotel. We enjoy a guided walk along the gorgeous coastal road from Tossa to Lloret as well as the morning in the town of Figueres with a visit to the Dali Museum. We also spend a full day in beautiful Barcelona which includes a guided tour.
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, hop aboard a pleasure cruise or wander around the natural marina. Holiday highlights include our trip on the Little Yellow Train to Mont Louis, we hop aboard the Roses Express land train and rumble into the mountain landscape of Cap de Creus Nature Park where we indulge in some wine tasting at the medieval walled commune of Thuir. Add on a visit to Nuria complete with a ride on the rack railway up to the sanctuary along with a journey on the Red Train to Axat and you have a truly thrilling holiday.
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6 nights From £699
Wed 26 Oct
Sun 16 Apr 2017
Holiday Code: AECOLGC
No single room supplement
Holiday Code: AEPYCGC
No single room supplement
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PriCe inClUDes: • Bed & breakfast, one lunch & one dinner • Door to Door* service • Coach travel throughout • Full holiday itinerary • Return flights with seat reservation • Baggage allowance • Resort transfers • English speaking guide • Free holiday insurance option
Experience the greatness of Canada on this amazing adventure. Travel the original wilderness highways and immerse yourself in the vivaciousness of modern, multi-cultural cities. Highlights include the beautiful Thousand Islands resort, the walled city of Quebec and the incredible power of Niagara Falls. Your Holiday Itinerary Saturday. We fly to Toronto and are transferred to our hotel. Sunday. Enjoy a day at leisure in Toronto. Monday. A tour of downtown Toronto. Highlights include the Eaton Centre, City Halls, Casa Loma, Yorkville, the university and the iconic CN Tower. Afterwards, continue exploring at your own pace. Tuesday. We journey by coach to Montreal, following the shores of Lake Ontario and reaching the stunning Thousand Islands resort. Here we embark on a relaxing cruise on the St Lawrence River. We continue to Montreal and check into our hotel. Wednesday. Enjoy a morning tour of Montreal where treats include enchanting Old Montreal and McGill University. Rest of the day is free. This evening, there is an optional Montreal by night dining excursion. Thursday. We trace the route of Canada’s first carriageway, winding through typical French-Canadian villages, arriving at the walled city of Quebec. Our city tour takes in the Citadel, the ornate City Gates and Battlefields Park. Afterwards, we check into our hotel. Friday. A day at leisure or join the optional whale watching excursion. Saturday. We follow the shores of the St Lawrence, stopping for an included lunch at a pioneer-style restaurant. Onwards to Ottawa, we tour the city taking in landmarks such as the Parliament Buildings and the UNESCO Rideau Canal. After checking into our hotel, the rest of the day is free. Sunday. Enjoy the Turtle Island aboriginal experience on Victoria Island this morning. Afternoon is at leisure in Ottowa.
Monday. Today’s travels take us past glassy lakes, rushing streams and quaint towns as we snake our way to Algonquin Provincial Park where we enjoy a walk along the scenic trails. Later, we check into our hotel in Midland in the Muskoka resort region. Tuesday. The moment you’ve been waiting for! We head to thundering Niagara Falls where an exhilarating boat trip ensures you have an unforgettable experience. The thrills continue when we ride to the top of the Skylon Tower for breathtaking views over the falls – perhaps add an optional helicopter flight over Niagara. After we check into our hotel, rest of the day is free. Wednesday. We make a stop at historic Niagara-on-theLake before our short drive back to Toronto. Tuck into a farewell dinner at the CN Tower tonight. Thursday. We transfer to Toronto’s Pearson International Airport for our return flight.
yOUR HOtEls You will stay in en suite accommodation in a series of quality hotels.
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