Leons Holidays Festive Brochure 2016

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FESTIVE SEASON 2016 & EARLY 2017 HOLIDAYS PAGE

UK FESTIVE SEASON

EARLY 2017

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London Showboat / Gloucester Victorian Market

26 Torquay

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Harrogate & York Markets & Festival of Christmas

27 Torquay & Cornish Inclusive

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Thursford & Carols by Candlelight

28 Paignton & Harrogate Winter Warmer

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London Shopping & Festive Afternoon Tea Cruise

29 Valentines Tribute Act

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London Theatre & Bristol Christmas Market

30 Mystery Tours & London Shopping

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Durham Christmas Market & Festive Beamish

31 Bournemouth

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Fred.Olsen Dublin Christmas Market

32 Lochs & Glens & Llandudno

10 Rüdesheim

33 Llandudno & Cardigan

11 Rouen Christmas Shopping & St Malo Cruise

34 Southport & Morecombe

12 Turkey & Tinsel Breaks & Mystery Weekend

35 London Theatre

13 Christmas Babbacombe

36 Call the Midwife

14 Christmas Stoke Rochford

37 Imperial Blackpool

15 Christmas Southport

38 Majestic Harrogate

16 Christmas Redworth Hall

39 Prince Bishops

17 Christmas Cardiff

40 Lincolnshire & Rutland & Eastbourne

18 Twixmas Celtic Royal & Tudor Park

41 Monet’s Garden

19 Twixmas London

42 Fred.Olsen Cruise

20 Twixmas Babbacombe & Newquay

43 Booking Info & Seating Plan

21 Twixmas Bournemouth & Scotland 22 Mini Cruises 23 Hogmanay Scotland 24 New Year Cardiff 25 New Year Torquay

PICK UP POINTS • Leons Headquarters – Tollgate Park • Cannock

• Stone

• Dudley

• Tittensor

• Hanley

• Trentham

• Lichfield

• Walsall

• Newcastle

• Wolverhampton

• Rugeley Seats can be booked at no extra cost, they are allocated in reference to row and position on the coach, your corresponding seat number will be given to you on the day.

Leons Holidays are appointed representatives of ITC Compliance Limited, which is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. It is compulsory to have adequate insurance in place for all of our European holidays – See main 2016 brochure for full information and our booking conditions.

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UK FESTIVE

The London Showboat

Gloucester Victorian Christmas Market

NOT TO BE MISSED! A FABULOUS EXPERIENCE The sights of London have to be seen to be believed and The London Showboat is the perfect way to do it.

SATURDAY After local pick ups we travel to Oxford for free time before going on to our wonderful Crowne Plaza Hotel.

Time to relax and change before we depart for Westminster Pier to join the London Showboat.

Departs Westminster Pier at 7.45pm.

Enjoy a lovely evening meal, the sights of the Thames by night with memorable music from the world’s most famous musicals and dancing on the return leg of the cruise.

SUNDAY Depart our hotel after breakfast and travel the short distance to London’s West End for free time, departing for home at 4pm.

FRIDAY Local pick ups this afternoon, we travel to our 4 star hotel.

SATURDAY Breakfast, then we travel to Gloucester. Here they hold their Victorian Christmas Market, with 150 stalls selling handmade gifts and the best food and drink the region has to offer.

We return to the hotel, with dinner included tonight.

SUNDAY Depart for Stratford Upon Avon – plenty to see and do, with a wealth of attractions, tea rooms and festively decorated shops.

We then visit the Hatton Shopping Village with independent shops, antiques, garden centre and their popular Christmas Market with a wide range of fantastic festive gifts!

Late afternoon we depart for our return journey.

INCLUDED

INCLUDED

v Coach Travel

v Coach Travel

v 1 Night Crowne Plaza Hotel

v 2 Nights Mystery Hotel

v 3½ hour London Showboat river cruise incorporating a Welcome drink, 4 course dinner, ½ bottle of wine, Cabaret & Dancing

v Breakfast Each Morning

DEPARTURE Saturday

17 September

PRICE £165.00

v Dinner Saturday Evening v Visit to Gloucester Victorian Christmas Market v Visit to Stratford Upon Avon v Visit to Hatton Shopping Village & Christmas Market DEPARTURE Friday

18 November

PRICE £129.95

Mystery Hotel **** We will be using a 4 Star Marriott, Hilton or Mercure Hotel. Your hotel will feature a Restaurant, Bar & Lounge, Indoor Swimming Pool and all bedrooms have a TV and tea & coffee making facilities.

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Harrogate & York Christmas Markets

Winchester Christmas Market

& Festival of Christmas

FRIDAY Afternoon departure, to the Hilton Avisford Park Hotel.

© Visit England – Andy Tryner

FRIDAY Local pick ups this afternoon, we travel to the Cairn Hotel.

SATURDAY Breakfast and then you are free to explore Harrogate.

Today they hold their annual Christmas Market in the historic Montpelier Quarter of Harrogate.

Dinner is included at the hotel tonight.

SUNDAY We set off for York, where the St Nicholas Fayre is held.

One of the most popular markets in the UK with even more magical chalet stalls to peruse, filled with gifts, homemade crafts and the very best local produce.

We leave York late afternoon for our return journey.

They also hold their Christmas market today, recognised as one of the best in Europe, it is situated in the Cathedral’s close, surrounded by an open air ice rink Late afternoon we travel back to the Hilton Hotel, dinner included this evening.

SUNDAY We’re off to the Festival of Christmas at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard today. Dickensian-style snow covered streets with a wonderland of Victorian characters and entertainment, see the traditional Father Christmas (dressed in green) and Faggins Real Ale Tavern. You will also have access to the historic ships and Museums on site.

Late afternoon we depart for our journey home.

INCLUDED

INCLUDED

v Coach INCLUDED

v Coach Travel

v Coach Travel

v 2 Nights Cairn Hotel

v 2 Nights Hilton Avisford Park Hotel

v Breakfast Each Morning

v Breakfast each morning

v Dinner Saturday Evening

v Dinner Saturday evening

v Day Free in Harrogate

v Visit to Winchester

v Visit to York

v Admission into Portsmouth Festival of Christmas

DEPARTURE Friday

18 November

PRICE £135.00

Cairn Hotel *** The hotel was built during Harrogate’s period as a Spa Town. All bedrooms have a TV, Hairdryer, telephone and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel is just a 5 minute walk from the centre of Harrogate.

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SATURDAY After breakfast this morning, we travel to Winchester.

From World Class attractions and architecture, unrivalled shopping and delicious dining, there is plenty to do in Winchester.

DEPARTURE Friday

PRICE

25 November

£139.00

Hilton Avisford Park **** The elegant Hilton Avisford Park Hotel is a perfect retreat for those seeking rest and relaxation. The Hotel has the Cedar Restaurant, Lounge Terrace and Bar. Please note there is no passenger lift.

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UK FESTIVE

Thursford Christmas Spectacular

Christmas Carols by Candlelight at the Royal Albert Hall

ONE OF THE BIGGEST, MOST EXCITING CHRISTMAS SHOWS OF ALL TIME!!!

ENJOY A FESTIVE EVENING OF CHRISTMAS CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT

The Thursford Christmas Spectacular is the biggest and most exciting Christmas show of all time in Britain. Come and experience the popular blend of Christmas entertainment, with dazzling dancers and beautiful costumes.

SATURDAY After local pick-ups, we travel to Oxford for free time before going on to our hotel, the Holiday Inn.

DAY 1 After local pick-ups, we travel to the Caley Hall Hotel, Old Hunstanton, a family-run hotel full of character and country charm. After an early bird dinner we travel to Thursford for our evening of spectacular entertainment.

DAY 2 After breakfast we leave the hotel and travel to the Cathedral City of Eley for a short stay, before continuing our journey home.

Time to change and have an early-bird dinner before we depart for the Royal Albert Hall.

Enjoy a lovely festive evening of Christmas Carols by Candlelight returning to our hotel after the performance.

SUNDAY Depart our hotel after breakfast and travel into London for free time to explore and maybe do some last-minute Christmas shopping before departing for home midafternoon.

INCLUDED

INCLUDED

v Coach Travel

v Coach Travel

v 1 Night Caley Hall Hotel

v 1 Night Holiday Inn Hotel - Hemel Hempstead

v Ticket to show

v Dinner & Breakfast

v Dinner & Breakfast

v Royal Albert Hall Christmas Carol Concert

v Visit to Eley

v Visit to central London

DEPARTURE

PRICE

Friday 18 November £165.00 Saturday

3 December

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DEPARTURE Saturday

17 December

PRICE £159.00

£165.00

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London Christmas Shopping

© Visit London - Harrods

SATURDAY After local pick ups, we travel to central London.

SATURDAY After local pick ups, we travel to central London.

Free time here for sightseeing, visit the Christmas Market on the South Bank or the Winter Wonderland event at Hyde Park, with many attractions, Bavarian style chalets and festive food & drink.

Free time for Christmas shopping, sightseeing or visit the Winter Wonderland event at Hyde Park.

We transfer you to the Mercure, dinner included tonight.

SUNDAY Breakfast, then we travel back to central London.

More free time for sightseeing and shopping.

SUNDAY Breakfast, then we travel back to central London.

Free time again today for more Christmas shopping or sightseeing!

We depart London late afternoon for our return journey.

We transfer you to the Mercure, dinner included tonight.

At 3.30pm we include a Thames River Cruise. While on board you can enjoy a festive afternoon tea with sandwiches, scones with jam & cream, pastries, mini mince pies and tea & coffee.

INCLUDED The cruise finishes at 5pm and then we depart London. v Coach

INCLUDED v Coach Travel

INCLUDED

v 1 Night Mercure Watford Hotel

v Coach Travel

v Dinner & Breakfast

v 1 Night Mercure Watford Hotel

v Visits to Central London – Saturday & Sunday

v Dinner & Breakfast v Visits to Central London – Saturday & Sunday

DEPARTURE Saturday

26 November

PRICE £89.00

v Thames River Cruise v Festive Afternoon Tea DEPARTURE

Mercure Watford **** All bedrooms feature TV with radio, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities. There is also a Brasserie Restaurant, Bar and the Feel Good Health Club with indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room.

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Saturday

PRICE

3 December

£115.00

Mercure Watford **** See opposite.

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Fabulous Theatre Breaks

SATURDAY After local pick ups we travel to London for our matinee show. After the show our driver will transfer you to the Holiday Inn Hotel, with dinner included this evening.

INCLUDED

The hotel has a restaurant, lounge bar, 24 hour room services and a health club with indoor swimming pool.

v 1 Night Holiday Inn Hemel Hempstead (See Page 35)

SUNDAY After breakfast we leave the hotel and travel into central London for free time to explore this amazing City, with all its shops and world class attractions.

We leave London at 4pm.

v Coach Travel v Dinner & Breakfast

v Tickets for Matinee Show DEPARTURE

PRICE

Saturday

22 October

£169.00

Saturday

26 November

£169.00

UK FESTIVE

Bath & Bristol Christmas Markets INCLUDED v Coach Travel v 2 Nights Doubletree by Hilton Bristol v Dinner & Breakfast Each Day v Visit to the Bath Christmas Market v Free Day in Bristol for the Christmas Market DEPARTURE © Visit England - Visit Bath

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Friday

9 December

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PRICE £195.00 7

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Harrogate, Durham Christmas Market & Festive Beamish

FRIDAY Morning departure as we travel north to the elegant spa town of Harrogate.

Discover the unique and high street shops, the Montpelier Quarter or visit the world renowned Betty’s Tea Room.

This afternoon we continue to the Redworth Hall Hotel, dinner included tonight.

SATURDAY Breakfast, before we take you to Durham.

The city will be hosting their award winning traditional Christmas festival with a wide range of festive entertainment and stalls, in and around the World Heritage Site of the Cathedral, Castle and throughout the City centre.

SUNDAY Breakfast before we travel to the Beamish Museum.

Be enchanted by Christmas at Beamish. Discover the amazing sights, sounds and delicious tastes of truly traditional festive celebrations.

With traditional stalls, festive food, ice skating and steam train rides – Christmas time at Beamish is the perfect day out!

In the afternoon we depart for our return journey.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel v 2 Nights Redworth Hall Hotel v Full Breakfasts v Dinner both Evenings v Hotel Leisure Club v Visit to Harrogate v Visit to Durham Christmas Market v Admission into Beamish Museum DEPARTURE Friday

PRICE

2 December

£185.00

The Redworth Hall Hotel **** Set in 25 acres of woodland, this 4 star Jacobean style manor house is the perfect location for a relaxing stay.

The Hotel features a restaurant, bar, health club with swimming pool, beauty room and hair salon.

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FESTIVE CRUISE

Fred.Olsen Cruise Lines Irish Christmas Markets Cruise

YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

INCLUDED

CORK In the charming city of Cork, wander the streets lined with cafés and shops. The English Market and the Grand Parade are great places to find elusive Christmas gifts.

v Return Coach Transfers to Liverpool Port

DUBLIN The ‘’fair city’’ comes to life during the festive period.

Take in the spectacular sights including the gardens of Trinity College or the famous Guinness Storehouse.

Snacks, 5 Course A La Carte Dinner,

BELFAST While in Belfast visit the superb Titanic Experience, Belfast Castle or pick up a last minute present from the many shops or stalls.

DEPARTURE

Cruise Highlights may include optional shore tours

v Porterage v 4 Nights Cabin Accommodation v Onboard – Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Late Night Buffet, Tea & Coffee v Varied Daytime Activities CABIN PRICE PP GRADE FROM

Sunday 11 December

Twin Inside

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£399.00

Twin Inside

H

£429.00

Outside

E

£449.00

Twin Outside Superior

B

£489.00

Single Inside

N

£529.00

Single Inside

M

£549.00

Drinks Inclusive Package available at £39.00 per person per night.

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CONTINENTAL FESTIVE

German Christmas Markets

© WDNGmbh - Rüdesheim

MONDAY Local pick ups early this morning, we travel to Dover for our crossing to France.

We continue to Rüdesheim in Germany, where we stay at the Park Hotel. Late evening meal is included tonight.

v Coach Travel v Ferry Crossings v 4 Nights Park Hotel

TUESDAY Breakfast and then we depart to the “Wiesbaden Twinkling Star Christmas Market’’, with more than 130 stalls.

v Dinner & Breakfast Each Day at Hotel

WEDNESDAY Today we travel to Koblenz for their Christmas Market – one of the largest in the Rhineland region.

v Guided Tour of Music Museum

THURSDAY This morning we include a tour of Siegfried’s Music Museum – a fascinating and unique collection of self playing instruments and music boxes!

Afternoon free in Rüdesheim. Wander the many stalls selling unique festive gifts, visit the popular Drosselgasse and why not try a Rüdesheim Coffee, made with locally distilled Asbach brandy.

FRIDAY Early breakfast this morning and then depart for our return home.

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INCLUDED

v Visit to Koblenz Christmas Market v Visit to Wiesbaden Christmas Market

DEPARTURE Monday

PRICE

21 November

£285.00

The Park Hotel *** Located in the centre of Rüdesheim, with views over the River Rhine.

All bedrooms have TV, radio, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities and some have a balcony with a Rhine view.

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CONTINENTAL FESTIVE

Rouen Christmas Shopping

St Malo Mini Cruise

© Rouen Normandie - Tourisme & Congrès

® Philippe Josselin - Plage de Bon Secours

FRIDAY Local pick ups and we travel to Dover for our short sea crossing to Calais.

FRIDAY After local pick ups we travel to Portsmouth for the overnight sailing to St. Malo, with en-suite cabin included.

We continue to the Ibis hotel – dinner and welcome drink included tonight.

Enjoy the onboard entertainment with dancing in one of the bars or relax and enjoy a meal in one of the lovely restaurants. Arrival in St.Malo the following morning.

SATURDAY Free day in Rouen for Christmas shopping or sightseeing.

SUNDAY Today we include a 2 hour guided tour of Rouen and time to explore this fascinating city.

MONDAY After breakfast we depart for our short ferry crossing and journey home.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel

v Coach Travel

v Dinner & Breakfast Each Day

v Ferry Crossings

v Welcome Drink on Arrival

v 2 Nights Cabin Accommodation

v Guided Walking Tour of Rouen

v Free Time in St Malo

v Free Time in Rouen

Friday

9 December

PRICE £239.00

Ibis Rouen Centre *** The hotel is just 10 minutes walk from the city centre and features a bar and restaurant.

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SUNDAY On arrival in Portsmouth we disembark the ship and make our way North to the delightful city of Oxford famous for its universities,museums and architecture.

INCLUDED

v 3 Nights Ibis Rouen Centre

DEPARTURE

SATURDAY Full day to explore the pretty area of St. Malo. Visit one of the towns museums or take a walk around the city’s walled ramparts and afterwards sample the food in one of the harbourside restaurants. This evening we sail back to the uk arriving home early morning.

DEPARTURE

PRICE

Friday

11 November

£110.00

Friday

17 March 2017

£110.00

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Turkey & Tinsel

DEPARTURE

TOUR

HOTEL

DAYS

Monday

Paignton

Queens

5

£279.00

Friday

7 November

PRICE

11 November

Lytham St Annes

Clifton Park

4

£249.00

Monday 14 November

Lytham St Annes

Clifton Park

5

£315.00

Monday 14 November

Torquay

Derwent

5

£249.00

Monday 21 November

Celtic Adventure

Celtic Royal

5

£199.00

Monday 28 November

Eastbourne

New Wilmington

5

£259.00

Monday 28 November

Llandudno

Queen’s

5

£265.00

Monday 28 November

Newquay

Esplanade

5

£259.00

Monday 28 November

Isle of Wight

Brunswick

5

£279.00

Monday

Tenby

Cliffe Norton

5

£239.00

5 December

UK FESTIVE

Mystery Weekend - 2016 INCLUDED v Coach Travel v 1 Night 4 Star Mystery Hotel v Dinner & Breakfast v Mystery Visits DEPARTURE Saturday

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PRICE

29 October

£79.95

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Christmas in Babbacombe

23 DECEMBER After local pick ups, we travel to Babbacombe.

Lunch will be served in the hotel again today.

Dinner, followed by cabaret and comedy entertainment.

Tea, coffee, sherry and mince pies will be served on arrival at the De La Mer hotel.

27 DECEMBER Breakfast and then our journey home.

Dinner and entertainment this evening.

CHRISTMAS EVE Breakfast and then our included visit to Torquay.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel

We return back to the hotel in time for lunch.

Dinner, followed by cabaret entertainment and dancing!

v 4 Nights De La Mer Hotel v Full Breakfasts each Morning v Dinner each Evening

CHRISTMAS DAY Breakfast is served this morning – Happy Christmas!

v Traditional Christmas Lunch v Lunch Christmas Eve & Boxing Day

Gala Christmas Lunch, with a visit from Santa’s little helpers!

v Tea, Coffee, Sherry & Mince Pies on Arrival

Cash bingo and quiz entertainment will be available, Christmas cake and tea will be served this afternoon.

v Hotel Entertainment

Buffet dinner this evening followed by entertainment from a vocalist.

BOXING DAY Breakfast and then the day is free to enjoy.

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v Visit to Torquay

DEPARTURE Friday

23 December

PRICE £419.00

De La Mer Hotel *** A family hotel offering good food and accommodation, with the beach on it’s doorstep.

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Christmas at Stoke Rochford Hall

23 DECEMBER After local pick ups we travel to the famous town of Melton Mowbray. We then continue to Stoke Rochford Hall hotel for our 4 night stay. Dinner included tonight and relax at leisure.

CHRISTMAS EVE After breakfast we enjoy more Lincolnshire gems with a scenic excursion to Stamford,Rutland Water and Oakham.

Mid afternoon arrival back at the hotel where there will be a guided tour of the hotel arranged.

Before dinner this evening there will be a carol service at the local church of St.Andrews & St.Marys in Stoke Rochford village. Dinner this evening with Bingo afterwards.

CHRISTMAS DAY After breakfast take a stroll around the extensive grounds or maybe relax in the swimming pool and leisure club.

Enjoy a glass of festive punch before your sumptuous Christmas Day lunch. Relax afterwards to listen to the Queen’s speech. Later this evening there will be a movie showing followed by a light supper.

BOXING DAY After breakfast we travel to the Lincolnshire town of Grantham. Getting back to the hotel for the afternoon tea & biscuits. Dinner this evening followed by a fun quiz.

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27 DECEMBER After breakfast we leave the hotel to make our journey home.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel v 4 Nights Stoke Rochford Hall Hotel v Dinner & Breakfast Each Day v 4 Course Christmas Lunch v Glass of Punch & Gift v Light Afternoon Tea on Arrival v Tea & Biscuits – Boxing Day v Guided Tour of the Hall v In house entertainment, Bingo, Fun Quiz & Movie night DEPARTURE Friday

PRICE

23 December

£399.00

Stoke Rochford Hall *** Stoke Rochford Hall is a magnificent grade one listed Victorian mansion that is set within formal landscaped gardens and 28 acres of parkland which is situated in a peaceful rolling countryside.

Accommodation is in either in the Stables courtyard or Woodland Lodge rooms just a short walk from the main hotel.

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Christmas in Southport

EXCELLENT ACCOMMODATION IN RELAXING SURROUNDINGS 23 DECEMBER After local pick ups we travel to the hotel for our 4 night stay. Time to settle in before our evening meal.

CHRISTMAS EVE After breakfast we take our excursion to the vibrant city of Liverpool.

This evening there will be a reception drink followed by dinner and live entertainment.

CHRISTMAS DAY After breakfast relax in the hotel or take a stroll along the promenade.

Traditional Christmas lunch will be served in the restaurant.

Afternoon tea will be served in the lounge after the Queens speech.

Enjoy the evening buffet followed by live entertainment.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel v 4 Nights Royal Clifton Hotel v Dinner & Breakfast v Traditional Christmas Lunch v Boxing Day Lunch v Excursion to Liverpool v Pantomime Ticket v Entertainment in Hotel DEPARTURE Friday

23 December

PRICE £489.00

The Royal Clifton Hotel *** Situated in a prominent position on Southports promenade. It offers excellent accommodation in relaxing surroundings.

There is evening entertainment for our guests and indoor leisure facilities including pool and Jacuzzi.

BOXING DAY After breakfast there will be free time before taking an early lunch before the short coach journey to the afternoon performance of the local panto.

Dinner this evening followed by evening entertainment.

27 DECEMBER After breakfast we leave the hotel to travel home.

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Christmas at Redworth Hall

23 DECEMBER After local pick ups, we travel to the Redworth Hall Hotel.

Tea, coffee and homemade scones will be available.

3 course evening meal tonight, followed by musical entertainment.

CHRISTMAS EVE Relax and explore the hotel, or visit the fabulous Health Club and Spa. A 2 course buffet lunch will be served, followed by a Christmas quiz.

There will be Christmas Carols and a warming punch in the Great Hall before dinner, with entertainment from the hotel vocalist.

CHRISTMAS DAY Leisurely breakfast this morning, stroll the hotels impressive grounds or take a dip in the pool.

A traditional 4 course Christmas Lunch is served, with a visit from Santa. Listen to the Queen’s Speech with a slice of Christmas cake and tea.

After a buffet dinner this evening, we will be entertained by our resident DJ playing your favourite tunes.

BOXING DAY After breakfast we visit Durham. Take a relaxing stroll around this old English University City, take advantage of the sales or visit the historic Cathedral.

27 DECEMBER Breakfast and then our journey home.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel v 4 Nights Redworth Hall Hotel v Full Breakfasts each morning v Dinner each evening v Traditional Christmas Lunch v Lunch Christmas Eve v Tea, Coffee & Scones on arrival v Afternoon Tea – Boxing Day v Visit to Durham v Hotel Entertainment DEPARTURE Friday

PRICE

23 December

£479.00

Redworth Hall Hotel **** Set in 25 acres of woodland, this 4 star Jacobean style manor house is the perfect location for a relaxing festive break. The hotel features a restaurant, bar, health club with swimming pool, beauty room and hair salon.

We return to the hotel in time for your included afternoon tea. Then ‘We’re off to the Redworth Races!’

– the hotels in house races!

Enjoy the Boxing Day Gala Event this evening with a 4 course set menu banquet, with entertainment from a live band!

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Christmas in Cardiff

23 DECEMBER After local pick ups, we travel to Cardiff and the Angel Hotel. Tea, Coffee and freshly made Welsh cakes will be served on arrival – A real Welsh welcome!

Time to settle in before your dinner this evening.

CHRISTMAS EVE Breakfast and then our local guide joins us for a tour of the city.

A light lunch will be served at the hotel, followed by a ‘Guess the weight of the Christmas Cake’ competition and classic movies will be playing in the hotel lounge.

27 DECEMBER Breakfast and then our journey home.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel

There will be a welcome reception before dinner, chance to meet the staff and fellow guests. Enjoy dinner this evening and be entertained by the resident duo.

v 4 Nights Cardiff Angel Hotel

CHRISTMAS DAY Take a leisurely breakfast this morning.

v Traditional Christmas Lunch

If you still have room, a buffet dinner will be served tonight followed by quiz night – Merry Christmas!

BOXING DAY Stroll around Bute Park or grab a bargain in the sales the morning is free for you to enjoy.

Lunch is served, and for a touch of festive fun, the hotel will hold a cookery demonstration this afternoon.

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v Dinner each Evening v Lunch – Christmas Eve & Boxing Day

Traditional Christmas lunch will be served with all the trimmings and festive cheer! Listen to the Queen’s Speech this afternoon with tea and Christmas cake.

Dinner and dance this evening, with the resident DJ!

v Full Breakfasts each Morning

v Hotel Entertainment v Tea, Coffee & Welsh Cakes on arrival at Hotel v Guided Tour of Cardiff DEPARTURE Friday

23 December

PRICE £459.00

Cardiff Angel Hotel **** This beautiful Victorian Hotel is located in the heart of Wales’ Capital City. The Hotel features a restaurant, bar and lounge and is situated between the awe inspiring Millennium Stadium and the magnificent Cardiff Castle.

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Twixmas Celtic Adventure

Twixmas Tudor Park

© 2015 Visit Wales

TUESDAY Morning departure, we travel along an historic route towards North Wales, stopping at Betws-y-Coed, which stands at the foot of the Snowdonia National Park.

A drive over the Llanberis pass with some spectacular views leads us to Caernarfon. We stay at the Celtic Royal with dinner included.

WEDNESDAY Breakfast and then we head to Porthmadog, the gateway to ‘’Snowdonia’’.

We then call at the Welsh Slate Museum, Llanberis.

The workshops and buildings are designed as though quarrymen and engineers have just put down their tools and left for home. This fascinating museum gives you a real insight into quarry life.

THURSDAY After breakfast, the day is free for you to explore Caernarfon.

FRIDAY Breakfast this morning before our return journey.

TUESDAY Local pick ups this afternoon and then we travel to the Marriott Tudor Park and Country Club.

WEDNESDAY Breakfast this morning and then we depart for Leeds Castle – The Loveliest Castle in the World.

This afternoon we continue to Rochester, with it’s links to Charles Dickens, the Guildhall with free admission, Cathedral, Castle and specialist shops.

We return to the Marriott hotel, dinner is included tonight.

THURSDAY We travel to Canterbury – a city steeped in tradition with its magnificent Cathedral, architecture and ancient ruins.

It is also a modern and vibrant city offering an array of high street and independent shops, inviting pubs, restaurants and cafés.

Late afternoon we depart for our return journey home.

INCLUDED

INCLUDED

v Coach Travel

v Coach Travel

v 3 Nights Celtic Royal Hotel

v 2 Nights Marriott Hotel

v Dinner & Breakfast Each Day

v Breakfast Each Morning

v Visit to Betws-y-Coed

v Dinner – Wednesday Evening

v Visit to Porthmadog

v Admission to Leeds Castle

v Visit to Welsh Slate Museum, Llanberis

v Visit to Rochester v Visit to Canterbury

DEPARTURE Tuesday

27 December

PRICE £169.00

DEPARTURE Tuesday

Celtic Royal *** Situated in the famous town of Caernarfon – the perfect base for your Celtic Adventure! The hotel features 110 bedrooms all with private facilities, restaurant, bar and leisure centre with swimming pool.

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PRICE

27 December

£149.00

Marriott Tudor Park Hotel & Country Club **** Set within hundreds of acres of lush parkland, the Marriott is the perfect place for a post Christmas get away. There is a restaurant, Zest Bar, Mezzanine Bar, spa and indoor swimming pool.

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Twixmas London

© Visit London - Harrods

TUESDAY Local pick ups this afternoon and we travel to the Marriott.

WEDNESDAY Breakfast this morning and we head into central London.

There is so much to see and do, visit one of the free museums or grab a bargain in the sales, the choice is yours.

Depart back to the hotel late afternoon. Dinner is included tonight.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel v 2 Nights Marriott Hotel v Breakfast Each Morning v Dinner Wednesday Evening v Visit to London v Visit to Ely DEPARTURE Tuesday

THURSDAY Today we depart for Ely. Renowned for the magnificent Ely Cathedral with its unique Octagon tower, there is also Oliver Cromwell’s House, Ely Museum, Tourist Information Centre & Gift Shop and plenty of unique shops to keep you busy.

27 December

PRICE £155.00

Marriott Cheshunt **** The contemporary Marriott guest rooms all feature ensuite bathrooms with dedicated bathroom work space, many rooms overlook the landscaped courtyard.

There is the Grill Restaurant, Lounge & Bar, Health Club with indoor swimming pool and 24 hour fitness centre.

This afternoon we depart for our return journey home.

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Twixmas in Babbacombe

© Visit England, English Riviera

© Visit England, English Riviera

ENJOY THE BEAUTIFUL SIGHTS OF BABBACOMBE BEACH AND CLIFFS

STUNNING ATLANTIC VIEW ACROSS FISTRAL BEACH

The De La Mer Hotel *** Situated in beautiful Babbacombe with the beach on its doorstep. It is a well-run family hotel with lots of repeat guests, good food and accommodation.

The Esplanade Hotel *** Overlooking Fistral Beach with stunning Atlantic views, contemporary wooden furnishings and a purple feature wall are in each spacious bedroom.

Set in beautiful Babbacombe the beach and cliffs are right on the doorstep. It boasts a number of great tourist attractions to visit including the cliff railway, model village and bygones museum.

The hotel offers contemporary bedrooms, excellent dining in the Ocean View restaurant and an indoor swimming pool, a spa bath, and a sauna.

Entertainment at hotel is arranged.

INCLUDED

INCLUDED

v Coach Travel

v Coach Travel

v 3 Nights De La Mer Hotel

v 3 Nights Esplanade Hotel

v Dinner & Breakfast

v Dinner & Breakfast

v Evening Entertainment

v 3 Nights Entertainment

v Excursion to Exeter

v Excursion to Truro

DEPARTURE Tuesday

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Twixmas in Newquay

27 December

PRICE £175.00

DEPARTURE Tuesday

To book online visit www.leonsholidays.co.uk

PRICE

27 December

£179.00

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Twixmas in Bournemouth

Twixmas in Scotland

The Durley Dean hotel *** An historic Victorian townhouse hotel, situated close to the beaches of Bournemouth.

There is an airy restaurant and colourful bar, chic heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym.

Winnock Hotel *** Situated on the pretty village green in the conservation village of Drymen, just a short distance from Loch Lomond itself - the perfect Base to the explore the Trossachs.

All of the bedrooms are non-smoking and have been designed with your comfort in mind and benefit from TV, telephone and tea / coffee making facilities.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel

INCLUDED

v 3 Nights Winnock Hotel

v Coach Travel

v Full board basis

v 3 Nights Durley Dean Hotel

v £18 drinks package each day *

v Dinner & Breakfast Each Day

v Packed lunches – 2 days

v Evening Entertainment

v Excursion to Glasgow

v Visit to Southampton

v Scenic tour of Loch Lomond & Trossachs * Drinks licensing laws apply

DEPARTURE Tuesday

27 December

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PRICE £189.00

DEPARTURE Tuesday

27 December

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PRICE £219.00

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CONTINENTAL SHORT BREAKS

Mini Cruises Bruges

Amsterdam

DAY 1 Travel to Hull for our overnight crossing by P&O Cruise Ferry to Zeebrugge.

Enjoy the superb entertainment facilities onboard and settle into your ensuite cabin accommodation.

DAY 2 On arrival at Zeebrugge we travel the short distance to the famous Belgian City of Bruges.

Free time to enjoy the beautiful Christmas Market and explore this wonderful City, with all its quaint shops, canals and horse drawn carriage rides.

We then make our way back to Zeebrugge for our return overnight crossing, again by P&O Cruise Ferry with ensuite accommodation included.

DAY 3 We arrive in Hull this morning and we travel to historic York.

Time for sightseeing and shopping here, before we depart at 4pm.

DAY 1 Travel to Hull for our overnight crossing by P&O Cruise Ferry to Rotterdam.

Time to enjoy the superb amenities and cabaret entertainment on board, before settling down in your overnight en-suite cabin accommodation.

DAY 2 On arrival in Rotterdam, we depart on our excursion to the famous City of Amsterdam.

Plenty to see here, with shops, canals, Anne Frank’s House and there is the Museum District which houses works by Rembrandt and Vermeer and the Van Gogh Museum.

We return to Rotterdam for our overnight crossing, once again with en-suite cabin accommodation included.

DAY 3 This morning we arrive back in Hull and travel to historic York, free time for shopping and sightseeing.

We depart York at 4pm.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel

INCLUDED

v 2 Nights Cabin Accommodation

v Coach Travel

v Visit to Bruges

v 2 Nights Cabin Accommodation

v Visit to York

v Visit to Amsterdam v Visit to York

DEPARTURE

PRICE

Friday 2 December £99.00

DEPARTURE

Tuesday 27 December £95.00

Tuesday 27 December £95.00

Upgrade cabins available on request

Upgrade cabins available on request

MEAL PACKAGE UPGRADE ONBOARD £25.00

MEAL PACKAGE UPGRADE ONBOARD £25.00

PLEASE NOTE: FULL PASSPORT IS REQUIRED

PLEASE NOTE: FULL PASSPORT IS REQUIRED

Includes 1 breakfast and 1 evening meal

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PRICE

Includes 1 breakfast and 1 evening meal

To book online visit www.leonsholidays.co.uk

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Hogmanay in Scotland

FRIDAY Local pick ups this morning and then we depart for Scotland and the Ballachulish hotel, Glencoe.

Welcome tea / coffee & cake will be served on arrival NEW YEARS EVE After breakfast we head off to the Scottish Highlands town of Fort William for free time.

On return to the hotel there will be time to relax before our evening meal, entertainment and a glass of sparkling wine to toast the celebrations.

NEW YEARS DAY After a leisurely breakfast we take a scenic tour around this beautiful area. Return to the hotel with time to relax before evening meal and entertainment.

MONDAY Breakfast and then we depart for our journey home.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel v 3 Nights Ballachulish Hotel v Dinner & Breakfast Each Day v Welcome Tea / Coffee & Cake on arrival v Glass of Sparkling Wine – New Year’s Eve v Entertainment in Hotel Each Night v Excursion to Fort William v Scenic Tour DEPARTURE PRICE Friday

30 December

£379.00

Ballachulish Hotel *** Situated in a breath-taking lochside setting at the foot of dramatic Glencoe. The hotel offers good accommodation with a traditional welcome with log fires, good food and nightly entertainment.

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New Year in Cardiff

30 DECEMBER After local pick ups, we travel to Cardiff and the Angel Hotel.

Tonight dinner is served with music from the resident duo.

Tea, Coffee and freshly made Welsh cakes will be served on arrival – A real Welsh welcome!

2 JANUARY 2017 Breakfast and then our journey home.

Settle in before your dinner this evening.

NEW YEAR’S EVE Breakfast and then our local guide joins us for a tour of the city!

This afternoon is free, why not visit Cardiff Castle, grab a bargain in the sales or just relax before this evenings celebrations.

The evening begins with a champagne reception, followed by your 4 course evening meal.

There will be music from the resident DJ, to keep you dancing into the early hours – Happy New Year!

Weather permitting there will be a spectacular firework display in Bute Park, over Cardiff Castle!

NEW YEAR’S DAY A well deserved lie in and leisurely brunch today.

This afternoon the hotel will hold a cookery demonstration by their very own kitchen team.

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INCLUDED v Coach Travel v 3 Nights Cardiff Angel Hotel v Breakfast each Morning v Dinner each Evening v Tea, Coffee & Welsh Cakes on Arrival v Entertainment in Hotel as Itinerary v Hotel Cookery Demonstration v Guided Tour of Cardiff DEPARTURE Friday

PRICE

30 December

£379.00

Cardiff Angel Hotel **** This beautiful Victorian Hotel is located in the heart of Wales’ Capital City. The Hotel features a restaurant, bar and lounge and is situated between the awe inspiring Millennium Stadium and the magnificent Cardiff Castle.

To book online visit www.leonsholidays.co.uk

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New Year in Torquay

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29 DECEMBER Local picks up this morning and then we travel to Torquay.

We stay at the newly refurbished Belgrave Sands.

Welcome tea, coffee and mince pies with clotted cream will be served on arrival.

Meet in the lounge this evening for a welcome drink and canapés, and a speech from the hotel management, before your six course evening meal.

Cabaret entertainment this evening.

Tea, coffee and festive treats will be served this afternoon with bingo entertainment.

Six Course evening meal and cabaret entertainment again tonight.

2 JANUARY Breakfast and then we depart for our journey home.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel

30 DECEMBER Breakfast this morning and then we visit both Paignton and Brixham.

This afternoon there will be games in the lounge followed by tea, coffee and cake.

v 4 Nights Belgrave Sands Hotel v Dinner & Breakfast Each Day v Welcome Tea / Coffee & Mince Pies on Arrival v Welcome Drink of Bucks Fizz or Sherry & Canapés v Tea, Coffee & Cake / Treats – 3 Afternoons v Light Lunch New Year’s Eve

Six Course evening meal and cabaret entertainment tonight.

v Finger Buffet New Year’s Eve

NEW YEAR’S EVE Breakfast and then there will be guess the weight of the cake, before a light lunch is served in the hotel.

v Hotel Entertainment

Tonight there will be a Gala Dinner, and a late finger buffet, with a full night of dancing and music and a glass of bubbly to see in the New Year!

NEW YEAR’S DAY A leisurely brunch is served this morning, with a glass of sparkling wine.

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v Excursion to Paignton & Brixham

DEPARTURE Thursday

29 December

PRICE £489.00

Belgrave Sands *** Situated 150 yards from Toruqay beach and within walking distance to the town centre and harbour.

There is a restaurant, bar, lounge, terrace and spa.

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Torquay – Cosy Breaks

MONDAY Morning departure, we travel to Torquay.

We return to Torquay this afternoon.

We include dinner and breakfast each day and tonight there will be a Welcome Drink before dinner.

TUESDAY Breakfast and then we depart to the House of Marbles.

A fascinating place where you can watch molten glass being shaped, blown and moulded into amazing pieces of glassware. There are also three museums, a shop and restaurant.

Then we call at the Trago Mills Shopping Centre and Garden Park, set within 110 acres of beautiful countryside and offering discount shopping, restaurant and tea room.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel v 4 Nights Hotel - Dinner & Breakfast Each Day

WEDNESDAY Breakfast and then we include a visit to Exeter. Here you can find the Cathedral, Guildhall, Shopping Centre, cafés and restaurants.

THURSDAY Free day in Torquay.

FRIDAY Breakfast this morning before our return journey.

Headland Hotel *** The Headland hotel is located in an idyllic setting overlooking beautiful Torbay.

v Visit to the House of Marbles v Visit to Trago Mills Shopping Centre

Belgrave Sands Hotel & Spa *** Situated 150 yards from Torquay beach, within walking distance to the town centre and harbour.

v Visit to Exeter v Tea / Coffee & Biscuits on Arrival v Welcome Drink v Entertainment in Hotel - 2 Afternoons, with Tea & Coffee

There is a restaurant, bar, lounge, terrace and spa. There will be a six course meal each night and cabaret entertainment.

ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE BELGRAVE SANDS - 2017 DEPARTURE

HOTEL PRICE

DEPARTURE

Monday 23 January

Belgrave

£215.00

Monday 8 May

4

£279.00

Monday 13 March

Headland

£239.00

Monday 5 June

7

£539.00

Monday 27 March

Belgrave

£239.00

Monday 2 October

4

£239.00

Monday 11 December

4

£239.00

Belgrave Sands, Sea View Supplement

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£80.00

NIGHTS PRICE

Please ask for your separate Itinerary.

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Cornish Inclusive

Torquay

Newquay Beach

© Visit England / English Riviera

Newquay is the West Country’s beach paradise, with seven miles of sand. The town attracts people of all ages and interests – the perfect place to relax and unwind.

Torquay is a holiday paradise and known as the English Riviera. It has an excellent town centre and waterfront shops and bars.

INCLUDED

INCLUDED

v Coach Travel

v Coach Travel

v 4 Nights Hotel – Dinner & Breakfast Each Day

v 4 Nights Hotel - Dinner & Breakfast Each Day

v 2 Packed Lunches and 1 Hot Buffet Lunch

v Visit to Exeter

v Tea & Cake – 1 Afternoon

v Visit to Totnes & Buckfast Abbey

v Classic Film Show – 1 Day

v Entertainment at Hotel

v Bingo & Quiz Entertainment – 1 Night v Evening Entertainment

DEPARTURE

v Free Bar 6pm – 9pm Each Evening*

Monday

* Selected Drinks

DEPARTURE Monday

6 February

PRICE £265.00

Esplanade Hotel *** The hotel is situated overlooking the Fistral Beach but within reasonable walking distance to the town centre.

It offers excellent facilities with a relaxing lounge bar and indoor pool.

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27 February

PRICE £219.00

Derwent Hotel *** The hotel has a lively and informal atmosphere.

Enjoy the indoor swimming pool or relax in the Med Bar at the end of your day.

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Paignton

Harrogate Winter Warmer

MONDAY Local pick ups this morning, then we travel to Paignton.

TUESDAY Breakfast and then our English Riviera Coastal Tour, taking in both Brixham, Torquay and of course Paignton!

Tea & coffee will be served in the hotel this afternoon.

WEDNESDAY Today we visit historic Plymouth – discover the Barbican Old Town and the delightful quayside shops.

THURSDAY Free day in Paignton.

© Visit England / Bettys Tea Room

SUNDAY Local pick ups this morning, then we head for the Bradford Industrial Museum.

We then continue to the Cairn hotel, Harrogate.

MONDAY After breakfast we depart for York – renowned for its Roman, Viking and Medieval heritage and a wealth of world class museums and attractions.

This afternoon there will be tea and coffee, followed by a quiz. Tonight is optional fancy dress night!

TUESDAY A day at leisure to explore Harrogate – one of Yorkshire’s most elegant destinations.

FRIDAY Breakfast before we depart for our return journey.

WEDNESDAY Breakfast and then depart for the return journey.

INCLUDED

INCLUDED

v Coach Travel

v Coach Travel

v 4 Nights Palace Hotel

v 3 Nights Cairn Hotel

v Dinner & Breakfast Each Day

v Dinner & Breakfast Each Day

v Tea & Coffee on Arrival

v Visit to Bradford Industrial Museum

v Tea & Coffee – 2 Afternoons

v Visit to York

v Quiz Entertainment – 1 Afternoon

v Free Day in Harrogate

v Excursion to Plymouth DEPARTURE

v English Riviera Coastal Tour

Sunday DEPARTURE

£149.50

PRICE

Monday

9 January

£195.00

Monday

27 March

£249.00

Palace Hotel *** The hotel is directly adjacent to the town centre. Friendly staff combined with good food and an excellent leisure complex will ensure you have a holiday to remember!

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PRICE

22 January

The Cairn Hotel *** Situated just a 5 minute walk from the centre of Harrogate. All bedrooms have a TV, hairdryer, telephone and tea & coffee making facilities.

To book online visit www.leonsholidays.co.uk

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Valentines Michael Bublé Weekend

© Visit England, Visit Portsmouth

SATURDAY Local pick ups this morning, we continue to Bicester Shopping Village for a short stop.

We then travel to Chichester, at the foot of the South Downs. There is the Cathedral, Pallant House Gallery and plenty of shops, cafés and tea rooms.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel v 1 Night Hilton Avisford Park Hotel v Dinner & Breakfast v Michael Bublé Tribute Act Evening v Visit to Bicester Shopping Village

Late afternoon we travel to the Hilton Avisford Park.

v Visit to Chichester

Tonight you have your 3 course evening meal included, with Michael Bublé tribute act entertainment!

v Visit to Portsmouth with Guided Tour DEPARTURE

SUNDAY Breakfast and then we travel to Portsmouth.

Saturday

11 February

PRICE £110.00

We join our local guide for a tour and then you have the afternoon free to explore the city.

Portsmouth is packed with world class attractions including the iconic Spinnaker Tower and the Historic Dockyard with 800 years of Maritime history including the Mary Rose, HMS Victory and HMS Warrior.

Hilton Avisford Park **** The elegant Hilton Avisford Park Hotel is a perfect retreat for those seeking rest and relaxation.

The Hotel has the Cedar Restaurant, Lounge Terrace and Bar. Please note there is no passenger lift.

Late afternoon we depart for our return journey.

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Mystery Weekend

London Shopping & Sights © Visit England, Diana Jarvis

DAY 1 After local pick ups this morning, we travel to our first mystery stop.

All of our mystery places will have interesting things for you to see and do, and have shops, cafés and restaurants.

This afternoon we continue to our mystery hotel, where we have included dinner this evening.

DAY 2 Breakfast this morning and we depart for our next mystery stop. There may be one or two mystery visits today.

Late afternoon we depart for the return journey home.

SATURDAY After local pick ups this morning, we travel to central London. We offer drops in Park Lane and Knightsbridge for world famous Harrods.

Late afternoon we depart to the Mercure hotel, with dinner included.

SUNDAY Breakfast this morning and we travel back into central London.

Time for more sightseeing, shopping and taking in the many attractions the capital has to offer.

Late afternoon we depart for our return journey.

INCLUDED

INCLUDED

v Coach Travel

v Coach Travel

v 1 Night 4 Star Hotel

v 1 Night Mercure Watford Hotel

v Dinner & Breakfast

v Dinner & Breakfast

v Mystery Visits

v Visits to Central London – Saturday & Sunday

DEPARTURES

PRICE

Saturday

4 February

Sunday

26 March

Sunday

20 August

£89.95

Sunday

5 November

£79.95

DEPARTURES

PRICE

£79.95

Saturday

7 January

£85.00

£79.95

Saturday

18 February

£85.00

Mercure Watford **** See page 6.

Mystery Hotel **** Your hotel will be 4 Star and operated by Hilton, Marriott or The Hotel Collection. All bedrooms will be ensuite with modern facilities. The hotel will have a Bar, Restaurant and Leisure Facilities.

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Bournemouth

© Visit England, Visit Bournemouth

Often referred to as a ‘’Garden City by the Sea’’, Bournemouth is an all year round resort!

INCLUDED

INCLUDED

v Coach Travel

v Coach Travel

v 4 Nights Hotel – Dinner & Breakfast Each Day

v 4 Nights Hotel - Dinner & Breakfast Each Day

v 2 Nights Entertainment

v Free Bar 6pm – 9pm Each Night (Selected Drinks)

v Visit to Poole & Dorchester

v Entertainment Each Night

v Visit to Southampton DEPARTURE Monday

20 February

v Visit to Poole & Dorchester PRICE £179.00

ALL INCLUSIVE UPGRADE PACKAGE INCLUDES v Lunch – 3 days v Inclusive Drinks from the Tropicana Bar 6pm – 9pm (Selected Drinks) UPGRADE PACKAGE

£40.00

Suncliff *** The hotel has a seafront position offering good accommodation with entertainment and an indoor pool.

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v Visit to Southampton DEPARTURE

PRICE

Monday

27 February

£199.00

Monday

27 March

£209.00

Durley Dean *** The hotel is a historic Victorian property, situated close to the beaches of Bournemouth. It also offers very nice rooms, attractive restaurant and bar.

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© Visit England, Visit Bournemouth

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Lochs & Glens Early Special

Llandudno “Decades Break”

Magnificently situated at the very foot of the ‘’Arrochar Alps’’, on the shore of Loch Long, you will find the Arrochar hotel.

This holiday provides music each evening from the 1940’s, 50’s, 60’s & 70’s. Theme wear fancy dress each evening is optional !!

MONDAY After local pick ups, we travel to Arrochar for our 4 night stay at the Arrochar hotel.

MONDAY After local pickups we travel to Llandudno for our 4 night stay.

TUESDAY After breakfast we travel take the excursion to Inverary on the western shore of Loch Fyne and onto the lovely town of Oban.

WEDNESDAY After breakfast we travel to the delightful city of Edinburgh.

THURSDAY After breakfast we travel through spectacular scenery of the Trossochs and onto Callander. Back to the hotel in time for afternoon cream tea.

FRIDAY After breakfast this morning, we depart for our journey home.

TUESDAY After breakfast we travel to the cathedral city of Bangor.

WEDNESDAY After breakfast we travel to the Welsh harbour town of Porthmadog & Betws-y-Coed.

THURSDAY Day at leisure to enjoy this lovely resort.

FRIDAY We leave the hotel and travel home with a stop in the popular town of Llangollen.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel

INCLUDED

v 4 nights Bed Breakfast & evening meal

v Coach Travel

v Tea and cake each afternoon

v 4 Nights Hotel – Dinner & Breakfast Each Day

v Themed entertainment each night

v Hotel Entertainment – 2 Nights

v Visit to The Cathedral City of Bangor

v Cream Tea – 1 Afternoon

v Visit to The Welsh Harbour of Porthmadog & Betws-y-coed

v Visit to Inverary & Oban v Visit to Edinburgh v Scenic tour of Trossochs and onto Callander DEPARTURE Monday

20 March

PRICE £199.00

Arrochar Hotel ** Magnificently situated at the foot of Arrochar Alps on the shores of Loch Long. A comfortable hotel offering its guests a relaxing stay.

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DEPARTURE Monday

13 March

PRICE £235.00

Queens Hotel The hotel is a popular hotel with our clients and just a few minutes walk from the shops and seafront. It offers excellent accommodation, food and a relaxing bar and lounge.

To book online visit www.leonsholidays.co.uk

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Llandudno Specials &

Victorian Extravaganza

Cardigan

Llandudno is Wales’ largest resort which is uniquely situated between the Great and Little Ormes with two wonderful beaches – Award winning North Shore and the quiet West Shore.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel v 3/4 Nights Hotel – Dinner & Breakfast v Entertainment in Hotel v Cabaret Theatre Break - Thursday or Saturday Night (Contains Adult Humour) v Excursions on 5 Day Tours Only v Visit to The Cathedral City of Bangor

Cardigan is the gateway to the Teifi Valley. The ancient town sits on the estuary of the River Teifi, at the base of Cardigan Bay. Breathtaking scenery, unique coastline and a wide range of attractions makes for the perfect break.

v Visit to The Welsh Harbour of Porthmadog & Betws-y-coed

INCLUDED

v Hotel Sauna, Jacuzzi & Steam room

v Coach Travel

DEPARTURE

PRICE

Monday

13 February

£165.00

Monday

6 March

£169.00

Llandudno plays host to a Victorian Extravaganza featuring a Victorian street fair, old time fair rides, fun stalls, steam engines, people dressed in Victorian costume, street parades at 12 midday each day and street entertainment the whole family will enjoy.

LLANDUDNO VICTORIAN EXTRAVAGANZA 4 DAYS Friday

28 April

£169.00

Risboro Hotel *** The Risboro Hotel is a family run hotel situated in a quiet part of Llandudno but only a few minutes’ walk to the town and the seafront.

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v 4 Nights Hotel - Dinner & Breakfast Each Day v Packed lunch on 2 days v Visit to Tenby v Visit to the village of Cenarth & onto Carmarthen v Visit to Fishguard & St. David’s v Entertainment in Hotel – 2 Nights v Hotel Hydro Spa, Gym, Steam Room & Indoor Pool v Happy Hour 6pm-9pm each night 50% discount on selected drinks DEPARTURE Monday

6 March

PRICE £255.00

Cliff Hotel & Spa Cardigan *** The hotel is situated on the outskirts of the town with sea views from the relaxing bar.

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Southport

© Visit England, Diana Jarvis

Morecambe

© Visit England, Diana Jarvis

Southport has new, award-winning styled Town Centre Gardens that feature fountains, bandstand, outdoor café and seating area. This is a great place to sit and watch the world go by.

Morecambe offers all the traditional seaside pleasures with its award winning promenade, and don’t forget to visit the Eric Morecambe Statue here!

INCLUDED

INCLUDED

v Coach Travel

v Coach Travel

v 4 Nights Hotel - Dinner & Breakfast Each Day

v 4 Nights Hotel – Dinner & Breakfast Each Day

v Visit to Kendal & Windermere

v 2 for 1 Bar Each Night 6pm-9pm (Selected Drinks) v Visit to the Amazing City of Liverpool

v Visit to the Bustling Town of Blackpool and Lovely St. Annes

v Visit to Blackpool and Afternoon Visit to Lovely St. Annes

v “£1 a Round” Drinks Package - Max 2 drinks per round” 7.50pm -10.50pm each night *

DEPARTURE Monday

13 March

PRICE £179.00

Prince of Wales *** Situated on bustling Lord Street, this traditional hotel in a grand Victorian building is a short walk to Princes Park and the seafront.

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* House Brands and Selected Drinks Only

DEPARTURE Monday

PRICE

20 March

£189.00

Headway *** The Headway Hotel ideally located on the broad sweep of Morecambe’s east promenade has breath-taking views across the magnificent Morecambe Bay to the rolling hills of the Lake District.

To book online visit www.leonsholidays.co.uk

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London Theatre

SATURDAY Local pick ups we travel to London for our matinee show.

After the show our driver will transfer you to the Holiday Inn Hotel, with dinner included this evening.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel v 1 Night Holiday Inn Hotel

SUNDAY After breakfast we leave the hotel and travel into central London for free time to explore this amazing city, with all it’s shops and world class attractions.

v Dinner & Breakfast

We leave London at 4pm.

DEPARTURE

v Matinee Theatre Ticket (Upgrade Tickets Available) v Free Day in London PRICE

Saturday

25 March

£149.00

Saturday

29 April

£149.00

Saturday

27 May

£149.00

Saturday

21 October

£149.00

Saturday

25 November

£149.00

Holiday Inn Hemel Hempstead *** The Holiday Inn offers modern accommodation, an attractive restaurant, indoor pool and a fitness centre. There is also a lounge bar for that relaxing evening drink.

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Call The Midwife

FRIDAY After local pick ups this afternoon, we travel to the Mercure.

SATURDAY Breakfast, then we visit Chatham Historic Dockyard.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel v 2 Nights Mercure Hotel v Breakfast Each Morning

A stunning 80 acre site with historic buildings, cobbled streets, museum galleries, historic warships and a vibrant programme of events and activities.

v Dinner Saturday Evening

The Dockyards have been used for many film & TV productions, including Sherlock Holmes, Les Miserables, Downton Abbey and Call the Midwife.

v Visit to Rochester

Here we include the ‘Call the Midwife Experience’, a walking tour led by your very own Midwife, visiting the areas used for many of the scenes in the hugely popular TV series.

We stop at Rochester with its Castle, Cathedral and connections to Charles Dickens.

Return to the Mercure hotel, with dinner included this evening.

SUNDAY We travel into central London today, with free time to visit the many attractions, shops and take in the sights of the capital.

v Admission into Chatham Historic Dockyard v ‘Call the Midwife Experience’ Guided Tour v Visit to London DEPARTURE Friday

17 March

PRICE £139.00

Mercure Brands Hatch **** The Mercure Brands Hatch is in a stunning countryside location overlooking Brands Hatch Race Circuit.

There is Genevieve’s Restaurant with views over the Race Circuit, Racing Bar, a Health & Leisure Club and 24 hour room service.

We depart London late afternoon.

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Imperial Blackpool

MONDAY After local pick ups this morning, we travel to Blackpool.

We stay at the landmark Imperial hotel. Tonight you will have your 1940’s themed ‘’We’ll Meet Again Dinner’’.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel v 4 Nights Imperial Hotel v Dinner & Breakfast Each Day

TUESDAY Breakfast this morning and we depart for Bowness on Windermere in the Lake District.

v 1940’s We’ll Meet Again Evening

A good choice of shops and restaurants here and this afternoon we include a boat cruise on Lake Windermere.

v Visit to Lytham & St Annes on Sea

WEDNESDAY Today we travel to the seaside towns of Lytham and St Annes on Sea.

v Visit to the Lake District v Boat Cruise v Blackpool Tower Ballroom with Afternoon Tea v Welcome Tea / Coffee & Cakes v Mayflower Spirit Cocktail v Heritage Tour of the Hotel v All Inclusive Drinks Package 6pm - Midnight

We return to Blackpool this afternoon.

THURSDAY After breakfast, we have included a heritage tour of the hotel.

There is more to the Imperial hotel than meets the eye, from hidden Turkish baths, to guests that include Sir Winston Churchill, Charles Dickens & Fred Astaire - today you can discover it all.

We conclude the tour with a Mayflower Spirit Cocktail.

This afternoon we include admission to the famous Blackpool Tower Ballroom. Dance the afternoon away to sounds from the Wurlitzer Organ or watch from the side lines as you enjoy your afternoon tea.

FRIDAY Our final breakfast and then we depart for our journey home.

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DEPARTURE Monday

20 March

PRICE £259.00

The Imperial **** The Imperial Hotel, Blackpool is a grand 19th century hotel recalling the opulence and glamour of this famous resort’s Victorian heyday, with all the comforts of our own times.

Situated on the North Promenade, the hotel has spectacular views over the beach to the sea and is close to all major attractions.

The Hotel features the Palm Court Restaurant, The No.10 Bar, Health & Leisure Club with Indoor Pool.

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Majestic Harrogate

© Visit England

MONDAY After local pick ups this morning, we travel to Harrogate.

We stay at the landmark Majestic Hotel, with dinner and breakfast each day.

TUESDAY Breakfast and then we travel to Ripley Castle, on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. We include admission and a guided tour of this beautiful Castle.

We then continue to Ripon. An unspoilt cathedral city, with a rich heritage dating back over 1,300 years.

WEDNESDAY Today we take you to the beautiful and historic market town of Knaresborough, perched on the cliffs above the River Nidd.

We return to Harrogate this afternoon.

THURSDAY Free day in Harrogate. Discover the town’s fine buildings, excellent shops and beautiful parks and gardens.

FRIDAY Our final breakfast and then we depart for our journey home.

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INCLUDED v Coach Travel v 4 Nights Majestic Hotel v Dinner & Breakfast Each Day v Tea & Coffee on Arrival v Admission into Ripley Castle v Visit to Ripon v Visit to Knaresborough DEPARTURE Monday

20 March

PRICE £269.00

The Majestic **** The Majestic hotel is a Harrogate landmark, set in 12 acres of private gardens in the heart of this elegant spa town.

The hotel features Health & Leisure Club with indoor swimming pool, beauty rooms, restaurant and bar.

To book online visit www.leonsholidays.co.uk

Itineraries subject to confirmation

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Prince Bishops

© Visit England, Visit County Durham

MONDAY After local pick ups this morning, we travel to County Durham and the Redworth Hall hotel.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel

TUESDAY Breakfast and then we visit the historic city of Durham, with its Castle, Cathedral, river cruises and shops.

v 4 Nights Redworth Hall Hotel

This afternoon we call at the Shildon National Railway Museum, exhibiting the history of rail travel from the 19th century to the present day.

v Cream Tea with Tea & Coffee on arrival

v Dinner & Breakfast Each Day v Olde English Style Dinner in the Great Hall – 1 Evening v Visit to Durham v Visit to Shildon Locomotive Railway Museum

WEDNESDAY Today we visit Barnard Castle, a delightful town named after the fortress set above it.

v Visit to Barnard Castle Town

We include admission into the Bowes Museum, with its collection of fine and decorative arts and Barnard Castle.

v Visit to Hartlepool

THURSDAY This morning we head to Hartlepool. The town has an impressive award winning historic quay and has been used as a filming location for many TV series, most recently ‘Vera’.

FRIDAY Breakfast and then we depart for our return home.

v Admission to Barnard Castle v Admission to Bowes Museum

DEPARTURE Monday

3 April

PRICE £295.00

Redworth Hall Hotel **** Set in 25 acres of woodland, this Jacobean manor house features a restaurant, bar, health club with swimming pool, beauty room and hair salon.

ALSO AVAILABLE REDWORTH HALL WEEKEND Including visits to Harrogate, Durham & the Beamish Museum.

DEPARTURE Friday

Itineraries subject to confirmation

21 April

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PRICE £179.50

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Lincolnshire & Rutland “Re-Union Weekend”

Eastbourne “Gala Break”

© Visit England, Discover Rutlan

FRIDAY Local pick ups this morning.

We call at Melton Mowbray. A town renowned for its food and drink, and steeped in history.

We continue to the Stoke Rochford hotel. On arrival we have a guided tour of the hotel. Time to relax before evening dinner.

SATURDAY Breakfast and then we visit some more Lincolnshire Gems – Stamford, Rutland Water and Oakham.

Dinner is included at the hotel again tonight.

SUNDAY After breakfast we depart our hotel and call at Grantham.

Famed as the birthplace of Margaret Thatcher, there are independent and high street name shops, and plenty of cafés and tea rooms.

We depart this afternoon for our return journey.

v Coach Travel

v Coach Travel v 2 Nights Hotel – Dinner & Breakfast Each Day v Guided Tour of the Hotel

v Visit to Stamford, Rutland Water & Oakham v Visit to Grantham

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v 3 Nights Evening Entertainment v General Knowledge Quiz 1 Day

v Visit to Melton Mowbray

DEPARTURE

v 4 Nights - New Wilmington Hotel v Bingo 1 Day

v 1 Night Entertainment

v 5 Course Gala Dinner on Last Night

Black Tie or Ball Gown Optional

v Excursion to Brighton & Beachy Head PRICE £139.00

Stoke Rochford Hall *** Stoke Rochford Hall is a magnificent grade one listed Victorian mansion that is set within formal landscaped gardens and 28 acres of parkland which is situated in a peaceful rolling countryside.

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SUNDAY After local pickups we travel to Eastbourne. Time to relax before evening meal.

MONDAY After breakfast we travel to Beachy head and then onto the vibrant seaside resort of Brighton.

TUESDAY After breakfast we travel to the historic towns of Hastings and Rye.

WEDNESDAY Day at leisure in Eastbourne.

THURSDAY After breakfast we leave the hotel to travel home.

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INCLUDED

Friday

© Visit England, Visit Eastbourne

v Excursion to Hastings & Rye DEPARTURE Sunday

5 March

PRICE £199.00

New Wilmington Hotel You can be sure of friendly service from this hotel which is situated close to the seafront and town centre.

To book online visit www.leonsholidays.co.uk

Itineraries subject to confirmation

CONTINENTAL SHORT BREAKS

Monet’s Garden & Paris

FRIDAY This morning we travel to Dover for our sailing to France.

INCLUDED v Coach Travel

From Calais we continue to the Novotel Hotel.

v Ferry Crossings

SATURDAY Breakfast, then we travel to Monet’s House and Garden at Giverny.

Explore the house where Claude Monet lived for 43 years and the garden – the inspiration for many of his greatest works of art including the Water Lillies and the Japanese Bridge.

This afternoon we return to the Novotel, time to freshen up before we transfer you into central Paris. There are plenty of restaurants and bistros for you to choose from this evening.

v 3 Nights Novotel Maffliers Hotel v Buffet Breakfasts v Admission to Monet’s Garden v Transfers into central Paris v Short Tour of Paris DEPARTURE Friday

7 April

PRICE £245.00

Novotel Chateau De Maffliers **** With a relaxing country setting the Novotel is perfect for your short break. The hotel features spacious rooms, a contemporary restaurant and a British style bar.

SUNDAY After breakfast we transfer back into central Paris.

We include a short guided tour of the French Capital and offer drop off’s at either the Paris Opera Garnier or the Eiffel Tower region.

You have a full day in Paris to see the many sights and attractions and tonight we transfer you back to the Novotel.

MONDAY Breakfast and then we depart to Calais for our return sailing back to Dover and home.

Itineraries subject to confirmation

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CRUISES

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GERMAN WATERWAYS & KIEL CANAL

LOCHS OF SCOTLAND

1Da0ys MS Black Watch

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Days MS Boudicca

DEPARTURE DATE

PRICE FROM

Wednesday 21 June

£1089.00

DEPARTURE DATE

PRICE FROM

Wednesday 5 July

FJORDS OF GREENLAND

£989.00

AZORES

1Da5ys MS Boudicca

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1Da5ys

14 August

PRICE FROM £1779.00

DEPARTURE DATE Saturday

To book online visit www.leonsholidays.co.uk

PRICE FROM

30 September

£1269.00

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May we remind clients that hotels in England, Scotland, Wales and Southern Ireland are now subject to NonSmoking legislation regarding smoking in public places.

It is therefore possible that hotels in this brochure may operate a non-smoking policy.

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You will need to forward your deposit and if required, your holiday insurance premium (insurance is compulsory on all holidays except UK Mainland, unless covered by your own insurance) within 7 days.

On receipt of your payment, we will send you a confirmation of your holiday, by return post.

The outstanding balance of your holiday is due for payment by the date shown on your confirmation.

This date is normally six weeks prior to departure for coach holidays, sixteen weeks on cruises and ten weeks on air holidays. When holidays are booked within the payment due date above, then the full cost of the holiday is payable at the time of booking.

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Travel Insurance should be paid when paying deposits. £50 per person on UK Holidays and Theatre Trips per person. £75 per person on Southern Ireland and Continental Holidays. £200 per person on Air Holidays.

15% of total cost of cruise on cruise holidays.

DEBIT CARD/SWITCH/DELTA: No charge.

DUE TO BANK CHARGES: 2.S% PER TRANSACTION will apply to CREDIT CARDS.

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Please note some tours carry a single room supplement - ask for details.

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NO SMOKING

In the interest of our clients comfort all coaches are designated non-smoking however frequent stops are planned on our itineraries for the comfort of all our clients.

LUGGAGE We ask you to keep luggage to one medium sized suitcase per person weighing a maximum of 15 kilos, but a small bag can also be taken on board the coach. This is to meet with health and safety regulations. Luggage allowance may differ on air holidays. * Please note that any medication should be carried in your hand luggage and not in your suitcase.

HOTELS May we remind clients that hotels in England, Scotland, Wales and Southern Ireland are now subject to NonSmoking legislation regarding smoking in public places.

It is therefore possible that hotels in this brochure may operate a non-smoking policy.

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