Alfa Travel Summer 2008/09 by Mantra Design & Print Limited

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ED S TE RGE AN HA AR RC GU SU NO

COACH HOLIDAYS UK & Continental â&#x20AC;˘ November 2008 to December 2009

Departures from the

NORTH WEST

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Exceeding your expectations with quality, value for money coach holidays! Relax in the comfort of our outstanding luxury coaches whilst our experienced drivers whisk you away on some of the very best holidays in the UK. Why not stay in one of our own hotels? Each has a unique character but all are in outstanding locations and manned by our friendly, professional staff. Our latest acquisition, the delightful George IV Hotel in Criccieth, is one of many listed buildings in our group and provides an ideal base for exploring the outstanding scenery of Snowdonia. Whether you are travelling with old friends or making firm new ones you will find that a coach holiday is the perfect way to recharge the batteries. And you will be surprised at what good value it is. With Alfa, low prices doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean cutting corners - on the contrary, the quality of our holidays compares favourably with many of our competitors who charge much more. And you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to worry about harming the environment. Not only are coaches the safest form of transport but they are also one of the greenest - only walking and cycling produce lower carbon emissions. For 2009 we have considerably increased the range of 5 day summer breaks. There is now a huge selection featuring every part of Great Britain, with the number of holidays to Scotland a particular feature. Many of these holidays include entrance fees which makes them outstandingly good value. New for 2009! Our programme of Direct Join Holidays was introduced in the autumn of 2008 and has been greatly expanded for 2009. These provide the option of joining your tour coach directly without the need to travel via an interchange. They are designed to maximise your time in resort and are especially useful for short breaks of three nights or less. They also provide holiday combinations which are not advisable using our interchange system, for example holidays to Scotland from Cumbria or to the east and south east from Sheffield. Whether you are someone who regularly travels with us or someone who is contemplating one of our holidays for the first time, we do hope you will enjoy looking through our brochure and that we may have the pleasure of welcoming you on one of our holidays in 2009. And if you have never travelled with us before, please be assured that once you have experienced an Alfa holiday, you will never want to travel with anyone else.

ALFA TRAVEL Euxton Lane, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 6AF Tel: (08451) 305666 Fax: (08451) 303777 email: req@alfatravel.co.uk

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Excellent Service Personal, Friendly Service If you have travelled with us before, you will already know how good our service really is - we try that little bit harder and pride ourselves on the high standards provided by both our administrative staff and by the coach drivers who are so important to your holiday enjoyment. From the moment you make your first enquiry to the day you return we will offer you the very best service.

Great Drivers We are proud of our coach drivers, most of whom have worked with us for many years. They are all carefully vetted both for their driving ability and their attention to our customers’ needs. In addition they undergo regular in-service training to keep them at the very top of their profession.

Reliable Coaches Most of our holidays are operated by our own fleet of modern luxury coaches, over 50% of which have on board washroom and over 95% of which are air conditioned. We supplement these with vehicles provided by a select group of our most reliable industry partners. We are members of the Confederation of Passenger Transport, the Coach Tourism Council and Coach Marque - bodies established to encourage standards of excellence in our industry.

Travel Options Local Pick Up Points The majority of our holidays use our famous “feeder” system which provides a huge range of pick up points from towns throughout the North West of England, North Wales, West and South Yorkshire - see page 5 for further details.

Direct Join Holidays Our new Direct Join option provides an even more convenient way to join some of our shorter holidays. This option is only available from selected towns and cities for a limited range of destinations. Please have a look at pages 78-79 to see if you can take advantage of this new service.

Self Drive Though there is nothing quite as relaxing as travelling by coach, sometimes the dates do not fit your schedule or you just fancy taking the car for a change. Our Self Drive programme provides packages of 3, 4 or 7 night holidays at our Leisureplex Hotels. Full details can be found on page 75.

Great Hotels Leisureplex Hotels Over 80% of the holidays in this brochure are to hotels owned and operated by our sister company, Leisureplex, which gives us an unbeaten degree of control over the quality of our holidays. All Leisureplex Hotels are located in the best possible positions, convenient for all the attractions of the resorts in which they are situated.

Plenty of Entertainment All of our Leisureplex Hotels offer entertainment at least four evenings each week (usually five evenings) at no extra charge to our guests. Most other UK hotels offer entertainment on several evenings (see hotel descriptions for details).

Other Hotels Featured We have supplemented our own Leisureplex Hotels with a selection of carefully chosen properties in other major resorts which meet our demanding standards. All of them are operated by experienced hoteliers who are accustomed to the very exacting standards required by our customers.

Superb Value More for your Money Because of our low advertising, administrative and sales costs, our holidays are generally significantly cheaper than those of our competitors. They also usually include a more extensive range of excursions as part of the holiday price and many of them include entrance fees to places of interest - see holiday descriptions for details.

Financial Security We are fully bonded tour operator members of the Association of British Travel Agents, so you can be sure that all payments made to us in advance of your holiday are fully protected.

Your Holiday Choice SUMMER 7 & 8 DAY HOLIDAYS IN BRITAIN 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Jersey Weston-Super-Mare Ilfracombe Newquay St.Ives Falmouth Torquay Exmouth Weymouth Bournemouth Isle of Wight Sandown

19 Isle of Wight Shanklin 20 Eastbourne 21 Clacton on Sea 22 Great Yarmouth 23 Cromer 24 Skegness 25 Scarborough 26 Isle of Man 27 Dunoon & Argyll 28 Fort William & Skye

29 Inverness & John O’Groats 30 Loch Lomond & Trossachs 31 Ullapool & N. Scotland 32 Royal Deeside & Aberdeen 33 Tenby 34 Llandudno 35 Criccieth & Snowdonia

SUMMER 5 DAY BREAKS IN BRITAIN 36 Heart of England 36 England’s Heritage 36 Wye Valley & Cotswolds 37 Bath & Salisbury 37 Steamships & Steam Trains 37 Weston-Super-Mare & Bath 38 Ilfracombe & Exmoor 38 Bideford & Clovelly 38 Cornish Gardens 39 Maritime Cornwall 39 Devon & Cornwall 39 Torquay & Exeter 40 Devon Explorer 40 Devon Rivers & Railways 40 Exmouth 41 Delightful Dorset 41 Weymouth 41 Bournemouth 42 Bournemouth 42 Isle of Wight Sandown 42 Isle of Wight Shanklin 43 Brighton

44 Eastbourne & Brighton 44 Sussex & Kent 44 Sussex Gardens 45 Kent Gardens 45 Folkestone & Kent 45 Folkestone & France 46 Great English Gardens 46 London & Windsor 46 Constable Country & Cambridge 47 Great Yarmouth & Broads 47 Cromer & Royal Norfolk 47 Derbyshire Dales 48 Scarborough & Whitby 48 Highlights of Yorkshire 48 Herriot & Heartbeat Country 49 Catherine Cookson Country 49 Northumbria & Beamish 49 North Lakes

50 Coniston & Windermere 50 Lake District 50 Lakes & Dales 51 Blackpool 51 Lytham St.Annes 51 Southport 52 Dunoon & Rothesay 52 Scottish Gardens 52 Oban 53 Fort William & Skye 53 Moray Firth 53 Glorious Speyside 54 Royal Deeside 54 The Highlander 54 The Clansman 55 Tayside & Pitlochry 55 Glenshee 55 Trossachs & Stirling 56 Scotland’s Heritage 56 Heart of Wales 56 Cardiff & The Valleys 57 Llandudno 57 Gardens of N.Wales 58 Great Little Trains of Wales 58 Criccieth & Snowdonia

SUMMER HOLIDAYS IN IRELAND & CONTINENTAL EUROPE 59 59 60 60 61 61 62

Heart of Ireland Taste of Ireland Kerry & Dingle Cork & Wexford Mayo & Galway Derry & Donegal Ostend & Highlights of Belgium 62 Dutch Bulbfields 63 Paris & Monet’s Garden

63 Great War in Flanders 64 Valkenburg & Amsterdam 64 Dordogne 65 Annecy & French Alps 65 Harz Mountains & Berlin 66 Rhine Valley 66 Little Trains of Germany

SPRING & AUTUMN 70 5 Day Breakaways 71 4 Day Easter Breaks 72 7 Day Weekaways

THEMED BREAKS 73 74 75 78 78

Xmas & New Year Festive Specials Self Drive Direct Join Holidays Continental Christmas Markets

INFORMATION 76 Booking Conditions 77 Holiday Insurance 77 Group Bookings

67 Romantic Rhine & Heidelberg 67 Black Forest & Alsace 68 Austrian Tyrol 68 Highlights of Switzerland 69 Lake Garda & Venice 69 Costa Brava

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Booking is so Easy There are THREE simple ways to book one of our holidays:

Call our Reservations Centre

Simply telephone our local call rate number 08451 305666 and one of our friendly, fully trained reservations staff will give you details of all available holidays. Our offices are open: Mon-Fri

9.00am-5.30pm

Saturday

9.00am-5.00pm

Sunday

10.00am-4.00pm

If you wish to confirm the booking, complete the booking form and forward it to us with your cheque for the deposit within three days.

Approved Travel Agents

Many clients benefit from the assistance given by their local travel agent and our holidays can be booked at most of the better travel agents. To book through an agent, please go to the agent who supplied your brochure.

Internet Booking

If you have access to the Internet, the easiest way to book our holidays is via our web site. All of the information in this brochure and a great deal more besides - is also available there. You can also find late breaking offers, some of which are only available if you book on the internet. Why not take a look? Our web site is totally secure and fully bookable using your credit or debit card with instant print outs available showing your full holiday details. You can also use it to order a brochure or send us an email. www.alfatravel.co.uk For all three booking methods we issue a postal confirmation showing your seats, rooms, picking up point and time within seven days of receipt of your booking form.

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General Information Please read these notes carefully; they will help you to get the most out of your Alfa Holiday

Hotel Grades

Special Requests

Hotel grading is quite a subjective process and the low level of participation in the official grading schemes mean it can be difficult to compare one hotel with another. We have tried to overcome the problem by ensuring that our own hotels are part of the best known scheme - the AA scheme. We also show our own opinion of all the hotels featured in our brochure using our symbol. The grade is designed to be more focussed on our customers’ needs. In awarding an grade, we bear in mind the frequency of entertainment (which is not part of the AA scheme) and disregard such matters as the availability of room service (which is not generally required by our clients). We also consider the comments we have received from clients during the past year. We recommend that you consider the hotel grade carefully before booking. If you are someone who is used to staying in 2 or 3 star hotels, you are unlikely to be comfortable in a hotel with a grade but you should find a hotel with a grade perfectly congenial.

If you require a ground floor room or prefer a special diet or have any other request which you feel the hotel should know about, please ensure you write the information on your booking form (or indicate that option when booking on our web site). We guarantee to pass this information on to the hotel although we can never guarantee that such special requests will be met. If you are mobility impaired or have other special needs, please write or e-mail our Customer Care Department care@alfatravel.co.uk for assistance in ensuring your needs can be met. For the latest information regarding special needs, please see the “Frequently Asked Questions” section of our web site.

Room Types

If you need a special diet, please ensure that you mark this fact on the Booking Form and also forward a diet sheet to the hotel at least one week prior to your arrival. We ask hotels to ensure that special requests are granted so far as possible in accordance with the date of booking, with those booking early being given priority.

All of the hotel rooms included in our programme have private bath or shower and WC. A limited number of single rooms is available at each hotel but there is always huge demand for these and we advise early booking. In recognition of the fact that the number of single households is continuing to increase very rapidly, we have some periods when there is no charge for single rooms - see the Special Offer panels on pages 70-72.

Sea View Rooms

Although we cannot transport motorised wheelchairs or scooters, we can advise on hire facilities in resort. We are not in control of detailed room allocations and can never guarantee the provision of a specific room, but we can make the hotel aware of your needs and advise you if we think your proposed choice is likely to be unsuitable.

Child Reductions Why not take your children or grandchildren with you? The following reductions apply on UK holidays to children sharing a room with at least one adult:

Many of the hotels featured in this brochure now offer the opportunity to book a guaranteed sea or loch view at a small additional charge - see price panels for details.

No. of Days: Child aged 0-2 Child aged 3-11

Quieter Rooms

(Child reductions also apply to Self Drive holidays but not Continental Tours.)

If you are someone who lives in a very quiet location or is sensitive to environmental noise it is important that you choose your resort with this in mind. Where an hotel or resort is described as "lively", it is probable that some rooms will be affected by noise from local entertainment venues or from the street. However, even in the liveliest locations (such as Great Yarmouth and Torquay), there are usually some quiet rooms (albeit usually on the upper floors and at the rear). If you live in a quiet location but wish to visit a lively resort, please consider requesting a quiet room.

No Smoking in Hotels Smoking is now prohibited by law on all coaches and in the public areas of all hotels throughout Great Britain. Many hotels, including all of our own Leisureplex Hotels, also prohibit smoking in all their hotel bedrooms, although others have a limited number of bedrooms allocated to smokers.

Holiday Insurance It is vital that you are covered by adequate personal insurance and it is a condition of booking that you either take our insurance or that of a reputable alternative company. Unless you insert the name of an alternative company on your booking form, we shall provide cover under our policy, details of which will be forwarded with your tickets.

3 £30 £20

4 £45 £30

5 £60 £40

7 £90 £60

8 £105 £70

Continental Holidays All Continental holidays normally travel on the ferry route from Dover to Calais which has a crossing time of 80-90 minutes. Most tours do not include dinner on the first day - please check individual tour descriptions. Please note that the exact location of overnight stops is subject to alteration at short notice. Most Continental hotels offer a set meal with limited alternative choices. Vegetarianism is also much less common on the Continent than in the UK and vegetarians should not assume that a vegetarian option will be available unless specifically requested. Continental hotels also generally do not provide entertainment in the hotel. All passengers on Continental holidays must be in possession of a full passport valid for at least 6 months after the date of travel. Non-EEC citizens may also require a Visa or Visas and should check with their travel agent before making a booking.

Photography Acknowledgements Alfa Travel would like to thank all photo libraries and tourist boards who have supplied photographs in this brochure.

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Your Local Pick-up Points Feeder Services For all holidays (except those described on pages 78 and 79) clients are conveyed by feeder services to our purpose built interchange at Burtonwood Motorway Services (on the M62 near Warrington) to join their tour coach. Approximate timings are as follows: Outward: 10.00am - 10.45am Return: 3.45pm - 4.30pm

CHESHIRE Chester Congleton Crewe Ellesmere Port Frodsham Helsby

MERSEYSIDE Knutsford Macclesfield Middlewich Nantwich Neston Northwich

Runcorn Sandbach Warrington Widnes Winsford

Old Colwyn Prestatyn Queensferry

Rhyl Shotton Wrexham

Kendal Milnthorpe

Ulverston

CLWYD Abergele Colwyn Bay Flint

Huyton Kirkby Litherland Liverpool Maghull Moreton Newton-le -Willows

Whitchurch

STAFFORDSHIRE

Barrow Dalton

Choosing Your Joining Point

GREATER MANCHESTER

Please consider the relative locations of your joining point, the interchange and your eventual destination. It is possible to get from all joining points to all destinations but some combinations are not advisable. For example, we do not recommend anyone living north of Preston using the feeder system to travel to Scotland because the feeder journey takes you first to Burntonwood before returning north again. Clients living north of Preston and wishing to travel to Scotland are recommended to join at Forton Services on the M6. Similarly, clients living in South Yorkshire and wishing to travel to the east coast or south east are recommended to book a Direct Join holiday rather than travel via Burtonwood.

Altrincham Ashton-in -Makerfield Ashton-u-Lyne Atherton Bolton Bury Cheadle Denton Droylsden Eccles Failsworth

Special arrangements for tours to Yorkshire, Tyne Tees and Northumbria All clients are conveyed to Burtonwood except for those joining in Huddersfield, Bradford, Pudsey and Leeds who join the tour coach directly.

GWYNEDD

Travelling South from South Cheshire, Wrexham and the Potteries We strongly advise clients in the following towns intending to travel southwards, to book their holiday from our Midlands brochure. That uses an interchange at Tamworth which is far more convenient for southbound tours from these towns:

Accrington Bacup Bamber Bridge Bispham Blackburn Blackpool Bolton le Sands Burnley Carnforth

Farnworth Glossop Heywood Hyde Leigh Manchester Middleton Oldham Prestwich Ramsbottom Rochdale Royton

Burslem Hanley Kidsgrove Leek

Sale Salford Stalybridge Standish Stockport Stretford Swinton Urmston Walkden Wigan Wythenshawe

Longton Meir Newcastle -under-Lyme

Barnsley Doncaster

Rotherham Sheffield

WEST YORKSHIRE Batley Bingley Bradford Bramley Brighouse Cleckheaton

Dewsbury Elland Halifax Huddersfield Keighley Leeds

Llandudno

LANCASHIRE Leyland Lytham Morecambe Nelson Ormskirk Poulton le Fylde Preston Rawtenstall St.Anne’s

Chorley Cleveleys Clitheroe Colne Darwen Fleetwood Freckleton Garstang Lancaster

Continental Holidays FREE CAR PARKING JOIN DIRECT AT DOVER

To reserve your free, secure car parking, select “Dover Relyon” as your joining point. That is all you need to do. We make the parking reservation for you and supply you with detailed instructions on finding the car park which is situated at Poulton Close, approximately two miles from the Ferry Terminal. A free shuttle service operates between the car park and the ferry terminal and there is a waiting lounge available in the terminal. Car parking is fully insured and security patrolled and there is even a valeting service available (at extra charge) if you would like your car to look as good as new on your return. This service is available for all the Continental tours listed in this brochure.

Chorley

Bromborough Neston

Sandbach

Stafford Stoke-on-Trent Stone Tunstall

SOUTH YORKSHIRE

Keighley

If it is more convenient to drive to Dover to join your holiday, you can park your car FREE OF CHARGE in Dover for the duration of your holiday.

Old Swan Prescot St.Helens Southport Wallasey Walton West Kirby

SHROPSHIRE

CUMBRIA

Pick up times are finalised two weeks before departure and will be indicated on your travel ticket.

Clwyd: Wrexham Cheshire: Congleton, Crewe, Macclesfield, Nantwich, Sandbach Shropshire: Whitchurch Staffordshire: Burslem, Hanley, Kidsgrove, Leek, Longton, Meir, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stafford, Stoke-on-Trent, Stone, Tunstall

Ainsdale Allerton Birkenhead Bromborough Crosby Formby Heswall Hunts Cross

Burtonwood Interchange

Morley Pudsey Shipley Todmorden Wakefield

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no accident that Leisureplex Hotels and Alfa Travel are the perfect combination - we designed it that way!

We have been operating seaside hotels for a generation and have carefully chosen our hotels with our clientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; needs in mind. We now use many other high quality hotels but our Leisureplex Hotels set the standard by which our clients judge the rest. See why so many clients return again and again to our Leisureplex Hotels:

Location

Entertainment

All hotels are located in the best possible positions within their resorts, convenient for all the attractions. Most are situated right next to the sea.

All our hotels offer entertainment on at least four evenings each week. At busier times this rises to five evenings. For many clients this is an important part of their holiday. Others prefer to relax quietly in the evenings. All hotels are big enough for you to choose the sort of evening which most suits you.

Accommodation Many of our hotels are listed buildings of great character. That means that rooms vary considerably. Many have fabulous sea views. Some are very spacious whilst others are quite cosy. However, all have private bath or shower and WC, central heating, hair dryers, tea/coffee making and television. Most also have radios or radio channels on the television.

Public Rooms The public spaces in our hotels vary enormously from the huge corridors and high ceilings of the Queens Hotel in Eastbourne to the more intimate atmosphere of the George IV in Criccieth. However, all hotels offer at least one bar, along with a large restaurant and comfortable lounges. Most have a ballroom or large area for dancing and entertainment. Some have additional features such as a games room or swimming pool.

Friendly, Professional Service Many clients write to us to express their pleasure at the service provided by our hotel staff. We aim to provide both a professional service and a warm welcome. We start by getting the basics right: clean rooms, good food, good quality decor and bright modern bathrooms. We top that with a service which never forgets that everyone is an individual and that all service is that little bit better if topped off with courtesy and a smile!

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Dining in Leisureplex Hotels Great Menu Choice Good food is one of the most important considerations in an hotel and a great deal of thought goes into the design of our menus. We provide a full British Breakfast. Light two course lunches are included on some spring and autumn holidays and sandwiches and packed lunches can also be provided at a modest additional cost. If you have a special dietary request then we can cater for most needs. Here are some typical menus:

Breakfast Menu Good Morning Tea or Coffee White or Wholemeal Toast with Preserves *** Starters Chilled Orange Juice Chilled Apple Juice Grapefruit segments ies Weetabix, Prunes, Cornflakes, Rice Krisp or Fruit & Fibre Scotch Porridge Oats milk Please note that we use semi skimmed *** Main Courses Traditional British breakfast with your choice of fried, scrambled or poached eggs & grilled bacon, pork sausage, baked beans & tomato Scotch kipper fillet Cold ham and cheeses Fresh fruit

The Best of the British Seaside 1

WESTON-SUPER-MARE

CROMER

Anchor Head Hotel Page Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Short Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 2

Hotel de Paris Page Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Short Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

ILFRACOMBE

SCARBOROUGH

Imperial Hotel Page Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Short Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 3

Cumberland Hotel Page Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Short Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

NEWQUAY

LLANDUDNO

Eliot Hotel Page Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Short Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 4

Hydro Hotel Page Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Short Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 & 58

ST IVES

CRICCIETH

Cottage Hotel Page Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Dinner Menu To Start Chilled Orange Juice Tuna, Sweetcorn & Bean Pasta Chicken Waldorf Salad Minestrone Soup with gra ted parmesan *** Main Courses Home Roasted Ham served with (or without) a creamy onion sauce Grilled Rainbow Trout with dill butter Freshly prepared Seasonal Salad Vegetarian Option served with potatoes in thei r skins, chips, broccoli florets, buttered broad bea ns *** Puddings Apple & Blackberry Crumb le Tart Double Chocolate Gateau British & Continental Cheese s with accompaniments Ice Cream selection Fruit Salad *** Tea or Coffee

George IV Hotel Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Short Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

FALMOUTH

Selborne Hotel Page Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Short Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

TORQUAY Regina Hotel Page Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Short Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 & 40

DUNOON

Madeira Hotel Page Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

FORT WILLIAM

Croit Anna Hotel Page Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Short Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

EXMOUTH Cavendish Hotel Page Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Short Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

There are more Leisureplex based holidays featured on the following pages:

BOURNEMOUTH Devon Towers Hotel Page Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Short Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Spring & Autumn pages 70-72

ISLE OF WIGHT

Festive Breaks pages 73-74

Bayshore Hotel Page Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Short Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 10

Direct Join Holidays pages 78-79

EASTBOURNE 13

Queens Hotel Page Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Short Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 & 45 11

Self Drive page 75

14 15 12

GREAT YARMOUTH

New Beach Hotel Page Summer Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Short Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

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Channel Islands

Bookings 08451 305666 Online www.alfatravel.co.uk

St. Brelade’s Bay

St Aubins Harbour

Gorey Castle

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Flight Details Portelet Bay

8 days from £439

Jersey

Jersey is a magical island, part of Britain, yet lying only 15 miles off the French coast. The result is an irresistible mixture of history, culture and rugged natural beauty. The island’s fantastic sunshine record and miles of beautiful sandy beaches lie in wait and you are invited to enjoy its continental charm and climate without complications such as passports, currency or a foreign language. Quite apart from its beaches Jersey boasts numerous museums and two fairyland castles, Mont Orgueil and Elizabeth, the names of which characterise the perfect blend of British and French culture on the island. The cosmopolitan streets of St. Helier, Jersey’s capital, are lined with chestnut trees, bars, pavement cafes and, of course, tax free shops. This relaxing holiday allows you your own time to unwind and soak up the delights of this unique island. Whether it be energetic walks and trips, sunbathing on the miles of sandy beaches or simply relaxing in and around the resort; the decision is yours!

You might like to consider visiting some of the following: German Underground Hospital - View this unique remnant of the second world war, a record of the island’s resistance with a fascinating collection of war time memorabilia. Jersey Zoo - Established by famous author Gerald Durrell, this zoo is world famous for the collection of rare animals, many free living in green open spaces and for its dedication to the preservation of species from extinction Pallot Steam and General Museum Step back in time and enjoy the vast and varied collection of steam locos and engines, vintage, commercial, military and classic vehicles, bicycles and toys, tractors, barn engines, agricultural implements and other machinery.

Runnymede Court Hotel

Westhill Country Hotel

St.Helier, Jersey The Runnymede Court Hotel is centrally located within easy walking distance of St Helier shopping centre and just 200 metres from the beach. Its award winning garden and terrace are the perfect place to relax. A good standard of cuisine is served in the dining room which overlooks the garden. There is a TV lounge and cocktail bar. Bedrooms have private bath or shower and WC, tea/coffee tray, TV, telephone, hair dryer and central heating. Lift serves most floors. Ground floor rooms are available. Tel: 01534 720044

St.Helier, Jersey This splendid hotel stands in its own 10 acres of grounds in a rural setting outside St.Helier. The restaurant offers excellent food with varied menus and the hotel has two bars and a spacious lounge. Amongst the lawned gardens is a heated swimming pool with a kiosk bar offering poolside snacks and refreshments. Entertainment is provided on 5 nights and the hotel has a frequent courtesy bus to and from St.Helier. Bedrooms are mostly on first and second floors with no lift although ground floor rooms are available on request. All have bath or shower, WC, TV, radio, hairdryer, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. Tel. 01534 723260 Westhill Country Hotel

Jersey has a wealth of places to visit and for maximum flexibility we include a 3 Day Island Explorer Bus Pass in the holiday cost allowing you to explore the island at your own pace.

Runnymede Court Hotel

Excursions

Flights are scheduled flights between Manchester and Jersey airports and are operated by Flybe. Times were not available at the time of publication and will be confirmed with your travel tickets. Please check our website for the latest information. Holiday operated by Destination Specialists, ATOL 9503. Please note: This holiday does not make use of our feeder services. Clients must make their own way between home and Manchester airport. Representative service is provided in Jersey but not at Manchester airport.

What’s Included • Return flights from Manchester • Transfer to/from hotel • Dinner, room and breakfast for 7 nights • 3 Day Island Explorer bus pass • Representative service in Jersey

Holiday Prices Jersey By Air 8 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Saturday Date Runnymede Westhill Holiday No. 600 601 May 2 . . . . . . . . £449 . . . . . . . £499 May 9 . . . . . . . . . £454 . . . . . . . £509 May 16 . . . . . . . . £459 . . . . . . . £514 May 23, 30 . . . . . £499 . . . . . . . £559 June 6, 13 . . . . . £514 . . . . . . . £569 June 20 . . . . . . . £514 . . . . . . . £574 June 27 . . . . . . . £514 . . . . . . . £589 July 4, 11 . . . . . . £519 . . . . . . . £589 July 18, 25 . . . . . £539 . . . . . . . £609 Aug 1, 8 . . . . . . . £539 . . . . . . . £609 Aug 15 . . . . . . . . £519 . . . . . . . £609 Aug 22 . . . . . . . . £519 . . . . . . . £589 Aug 29 . . . . . . . . £509 . . . . . . . £589 Sept 5. . . . . . . . . £509 . . . . . . . £589 Sept 12. . . . . . . . £489 . . . . . . . £574 Sept 19. . . . . . . . £459 . . . . . . . £529 Sept 26. . . . . . . . £439 . . . . . . . £519 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . £48 . . . . . . . . £48

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Seaside England Sun Terrace, Anchor Head Hotel

8 days from £269

Weston-Super-Mare is Somerset’s best known holiday resort. It is situated in a sheltered bay at the foot of the Mendip Hills with views across the Bristol Channel to South Wales. There are many charming Victorian and Edwardian terraces interspersed with colourful parks and gardens providing fascinating walks from the delightful rocky point and woods at Anchor Head to the sandy beaches at the southern end of the resort. Weston offers many attractions including the Sea Life centre, a delightful miniature railway and a helicopter museum. The sheltered bay is ideal for water sports and there is a choice of several boat trips. Excellent dry sports facilities include ten pin bowling, golf and bowls. At night there are numerous attractions including top class cabaret at the Playhouse and dancing at the famous Winter Gardens.

Anchor Head Hotel

Weston-Super-Mare

Anchor Head Hotel Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Minehead and Dunster. Travelling along the shores of the Bristol Channel to the picturesque village of Dunster overshadowed by its historic castle. Continuing to Minehead, now a popular holiday centre but once an important port and retaining many historic features from that era. Full Day Excursion to Bath. Already a spa resort in Roman times, Bath became the height of fashion during the eighteenth century and has many fine Georgian buildings. The Pump Room is well worth a visit and there are several museums, including the world’s largest costume museum. There is also a fine medieval abbey.

What’s Included • 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions

Full Day Excursion to Cheddar Gorge and Wells. Through spectacular Cheddar Gorge, which has the highest inland cliffs in the country, to England's smallest city, Wells, to see its glorious cathedral.

Holiday Prices Holiday 100 - 8 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Saturday May 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £269 May 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £289 May 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 June 6, 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £319 June 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £324 July 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 July 18, 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £332 Aug 8, 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £332 Aug 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Sept 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £319 Sept 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 Supplements per person . . . . . . . . . . . . Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

Bath

Weston-Super-Mare Splendidly situated between Weston’s two piers and close to the boating slipway and a small beach; the promenade walk starts right next to the hotel. All 52 bedrooms are centrally heated with tea making facilities, private bath or shower and WC, hair dryer and TV with radio channels. TV lounge and congenial lounge bar with dance floor where entertainment is provided most evenings. There are magnificent views of the bay from the attractive TV lounge, the twin restaurants and many of the bedrooms. Small lift serves all floors (few stairs from lift to restaurant). Tel: 01934 620880 A Leisureplex Hotel

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Vicarage Road, Minehead

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Mars Hill, Lynmouth

Ilfracombe Harbour

8 days from £254

Ilfracombe

Imperial Hotel

Ilfracombe enjoys a setting of rare beauty set amongst the breathtaking scenery of North Devon and nestling around a harbour as old and beautiful as any in Britain. For the energetic there are splendid walks along the Coastal Path, the famous Torrs walks or swimming from the Tunnel beaches and coves. For those who like to take things a bit easier, one can simply potter through the delightful gardens or while away an hour or two watching the ever-changing harbour scene. A boat trip is a “must” during your stay to see the spectacular cliffs of North Devon or visit the legendary Isle of Lundy. There is also plenty to do in the evenings with theatre, concerts, and cinema, as well as the entertainment provided at our hotel.

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Imperial Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Ilfracombe This well known hotel is in one of the best positions in Ilfracombe, overlooking the gardens and splendid Landmark Theatre and Conference Centre, close to the shops and only a short almost level walk from the harbour. All 104 rooms are centrally heated with bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, tea/coffee making facilities, TV, radio and intercom. There is a TV lounge, attractive cocktail bar and sun lounge. Lift to all floors (stairs to some rooms on split level floors). Entertainment is provided most evenings. Tel: 01271 862536

Half Day Excursion to Lynton and Lynmouth. Spectacularly situated on the northern edge of the National Park, these fascinating villages make a pleasant short outing from Ilfracombe. A trip on the water operated cliff railway is not to be missed.

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • 2 half day excursions • Entrance to Dartington Crystal

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Full Day Excursion to Dunster and Minehead. We travel along the north coast of Devon to picturesque Dunster, a fascinating historic village with a Norman castle steeped in history. Returning via Minehead, a well known holiday resort with a wealth of attractions. Half Day Excursion to Barnstaple. A short trip to this ancient town lying on the River Taw. It has many shops and a number of interesting buildings including the parish church, St. Anne’s Chapel Museum and the Three Tuns Tavern. North Devon

A Leisureplex Hotel

Holiday Prices Holiday 110 - 8 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Saturday May 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £254 May 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £259 May 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £274 May 23, 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £294 June 6, 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £304 June 20, 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 July 4, 11, 18, 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 Aug 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. . . . . . . . . . . . £309 Sept 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 Sept 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £299 Sept 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £284 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

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Seaside England Newquay

8 days from £254

Newquay

Eliot Hotel

Newquay is Cornwall’s premier holiday resort boasting some of the finest coastline and beaches in Europe. Although well known as Britain’s surfing capital, there are many other activities and the surrounding countryside has an endless wealth of fascinating places to visit. The town is an ancient one - the “new quay” from which it takes its name dates from the early fifteenth century! The heart of the town is the old harbour but it spreads along the cliff tops which stand behind the eleven magnificent sandy beaches. Newquay offers wonderful cliff and beach walks, a picturesque harbour to explore and the variety of activities one associates with such a major resort, including swimming pools, golf, putting, squash, tennis, bowls, boating, shark fishing and horse riding. There are also the atmospheric smugglers' pubs which are a living reminder of the more colourful side of Cornwall’s history!

Eliot Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Newquay Very well situated close to Great Western and Tolcarne beaches only a few yards from the sea front and within easy walking distance of the shops and harbour. All 76 bedrooms are centrally heated with bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, radio, tea/coffee making facilities and TV. There are three lovely airy lounges in which to relax, plus a cocktail bar and dance floor where entertainment is provided most evenings. There is also a games room, outdoor swimming pool (heated May – September) and sauna (available at extra charge). The lift serves almost all rooms. Tel: 01637 878177

Full Day Excursion to Poldark Country and St.Ives. Today we travel south along Cornwall’s northern coast through Poldark Country to St.Agnes, Portreath and Gwithian to St.Ives, one of Britain’s most picturesque towns. The narrow winding streets mean the coach is unable to take us into the heart of the town, but a regular and inexpensive shuttle service runs the short distance from the coach park into the centre of this delightful town.

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • 1 half day excursion • Entrance to Eden Project

Full Day Excursion to Eden Project and Charlestown. Today’s excursion takes us to the south coast of Cornwall and one of the wonders of the modern world - the magnificent Eden Project. With its fantastic architecture and amazing collection of plants from around the world, it is an experience never to be forgotten (entrance included in the tour cost). We conclude our day with a short visit to the fascinating ancient port of Charlestown.

Holiday Prices Holiday 130 - 8 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Saturday Apr 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £254 May 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £264 May 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £274 May 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £294 May 23, 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £312 June 6, 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £322 June 20, 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £327 July 4, 11, 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £334 July 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £339 Aug 1, 8, 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £339 Aug 22, 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £334 Sept 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £324 Sept 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 Sept 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £292 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32

Half Day Excursion to Padstow. Padstow is a charming fishing village on the Camel Estuary, in the area of Cornwall made well known by the late poet laureate, John Betjeman.

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Restaurant, Eliot Hotel

Newquay Beaches

Padstow Harbour

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Porthminister Beach

St Ives Harbour

Cottage Hotel

8 days from £249

St. Ives

St.Ives is one of Britain’s most enigmatic resorts: at once a haven for artists who come to enjoy its magnificent light and seek inspiration in its distance from the hustle and bustle of modern life and at the same time a magnet for large numbers of summer visitors. Despite its popularity, it somehow manages to retain its old-world charm with an enchanting maze of narrow streets and lanes hemmed in by picturesque granite buildings. There are innumerable small craft and antique shops, art galleries, pubs and cafés. Porthmeor Beach provides surf and excitement whilst the quieter beaches at Porthminster and Carbis Bay provide more sheltered bathing. In between are rocky headlands and the delightful harbour, said to have been the place where St.Ia (after whom the resort is named) arrived from Ireland in a coracle. Our hotel is situated in Carbis Bay, with its lovely wooded coves and sandy beach, about two miles from the heart of St.Ives, which is easily accessible by train.

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Cottage Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

St. Ives Delightfully situated in extensive grounds overlooking Carbis Bay, 300 yards from the beach and two minutes’ walk from the railway station linking Carbis Bay to St.Ives (5 minute journey). All 80 rooms are centrally heated and have bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, TV with radio channels, tea/coffee making facilities and intercom. The dining room and lounge both have lovely views of the bay and there is a large ballroom with entertainment most evenings. There are two bars, a games room, heated outdoor swimming pool, two lifts and a TV lounge. Tel: 01736 795252

Full Day Excursion to Penzance and Land’s End. A fascinating excursion takes us south across Cornwall to Marazion for views of St.Michael’s Mount before continuing to Penzance, with its busy port, and on to Land’s End before returning to Carbis Bay.

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions

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Full Day Excursion to Poldark Country and Newquay. Today’s journey takes us along the north coast, through the heart of the tin and copper mining country which was the source of Cornwall’s wealth and the setting for the famous Poldark novels. We continue on to Cornwall’s largest resort with its many beaches and lively atmosphere. Helston, home to the famous Floral Dance

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Full Day Excursion to the Lizard. We journey south once again - this time to England’s most southerly point at the Lizard, visiting the ancient town of Helston, home to the famous Cornish Floral Dance.

Holiday Prices Holiday 136 - 8 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Sunday Apr 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £249 May 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £264 May 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £279 May 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £294 May 24, 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £316 June 7, 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 June 21, 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £339 July 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £339 July 12, 19, 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £344 Aug 2, 9, 16, 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £344 Aug 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Sept 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Sept 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £314 Sept 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £304 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

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Seaside England Madeira Hotel

8 days from £269

Falmouth

Cocktail Bar, Madeira Hotel

Falmouth, the main resort of the South Cornish Riviera, has won a popularity with its visitors that extends throughout the year. It can boast one of the highest average sunshine records in Britain, hence the gardens have a profusion of sub-tropical plants. Falmouth has a marvellous harbour for a range of boats from yachts to large ocean going ships, overlooked by Pendennis Castle, one of Henry VIII’s forts. Falmouth’s historic past is commemorated in its National Maritime Museum, a world class attraction offering unique interactive displays. There are several sandy beaches which are excellent for bathing, the largest is Gyllyngvase which has gorgeous golden sands. Along the main high street there are quaint old shops standing beside famous stores, and as you walk along you will catch glimpses of the colourful harbour through the picturesque alleyways.

Madeira Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Falmouth Beautifully situated on the seafront with attractive gardens, the Madeira commands splendid views to Pendennis Castle and across Falmouth Bay. All 50 bedrooms are individually heated and have private shower and WC (a few also have bath), hair dryer, TV, radio and tea/coffee making amenities. There is an oak panelled cocktail bar and pleasant sun lounges with large picture windows facing the sea - delightful places to while away an afternoon. Dancing and entertainment are provided most evenings. Lift to all floors. Tel: 01326 313531

Full Day Excursion to St Ives, famous as an artist’s paradise with its picturesque harbour and beach. The narrow winding streets mean the coach is unable to take us into the heart of the town, but a regular and inexpensive shuttle service runs the short distance from the coach park into the centre of this delightful town.

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions • 1 half day excursion

Full Day Tour of the “Leg of Cornwall” visiting Penzance, which overlooks St. Michael’s Mount and is the base for the ferry to the Scilly Isles. We then travel to one of England’s most famous tourist attractions, Land’s End. Full Day Excursion to Padstow. We travel north to Padstow, an attractive village in the beautiful Camel Estuary noted as a sailing dinghy centre and the capital of Cornish seafood cuisine.

Holiday Prices Holiday 140 - 8 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Saturday Apr 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £269 May 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £289 May 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £299 May 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £314 May 23, 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £334 June 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £349 June 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £354 June 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £359 July 4, 11, 18, 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . £359 Aug 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £359 Aug 15, 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £354 Sept 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £344 Sept 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £334 Sept 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £314 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

Half Day Excursion to Truro, the administrative town of the area. A chance to visit the shops or perhaps to have a look around the neo-Gothic cathedral.

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Pendennis Castle

Queen Mary Gardens

Falmouth Harbour

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The Barbican, Plymouth

Torquay & Regina Hotel

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Dartmoor

8 days from £244

Torquay

Torquay is one of Britain’s most famous resorts, situated at the heart of 22 miles of unspoilt coastline, often referred to as the “English Riviera”. It has a mild climate, sparkling blue waters and in its beautiful public gardens you will see subtropical plants and palm trees. Torquay has something to offer everyone: by day you can relax on one of the clean sandy beaches, explore the bustling harbour and marina and the excellent shops or if you are feeling more active there are lovely walks, or activities such as sailing, bowls, golf or fishing. By night you'll be spoilt for choice: there are theatres, night clubs, cabarets and discothèques and of course you'll see the lights illuminating the promenade reflected across the beautiful bay. The many local attractions include Paignton Zoo, Babbacombe Model Village, Kent’s Cavern, Torbay Steam Railway and Cockington thatched village. Torquay’s harbour-side has recently been redeveloped and features Living Coasts a fascinating wildlife attraction adjacent to the Regina Hotel.

Regina Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Torquay Wonderfully situated on the harbourside, with the main shops and theatre a gentle stroll away. All 69 bedrooms are centrally heated with private bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, tea/coffee making amenities and TV with radio channels. The ground floor was extensively refurbished in 2008 and there is a reception bar/lounge, entertainment bar/lounge with dance floor and an air conditioned restaurant. Part of the Regina is interesting as the home for three years of the poet, Elizabeth Barrett Browning. Lift serves most rooms (but not those in her former house). Tel: 01803 292904

Full Day Excursion to Exeter. We travel through the attractive seaside towns of Teignmouth and Dawlish, then along the estuary of the River Exe to Exeter. Exeter is full of history - visit the famous Cathedral or the nearby Ship Inn which Sir Francis Drake used to frequent.

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • 1 half day excursion

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Full Day Excursion to Exmouth and Sidmouth. Today we visit east Devon and the elegant resorts of Exmouth and Sidmouth, travelling through Teignmouth and Dawlish and along the western side of the River Exe estuary, past Exeter and then down the eastern side of the river. Half Day Excursion to Buckfast Abbey. Beautifully situated on the southern edge of Dartmoor on the banks of the River Dart, the Abbey is famous for its tonic wine, but it is also a living monastic community. Tours departing on Sundays include the excursions to Plymouth, Sidmouth and Buckfast Abbey. Tours departing on Saturdays include the excursions to Exeter, Plymouth and Buckfast Abbey.

Exeter Cathedral

A Leisureplex Hotel

Full Day Excursion to Plymouth. This historic naval city has a breathtaking harbour and a wealth of attractions including the National Marine Aquarium, the delightful Hoe, the Promenade along Plymouth Sound and some excellent shopping.

Holiday Prices Holiday 150 - 8 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Saturday Apr 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £254 May 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £269 May 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £282 May 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £292 May 23, 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £316 June 6, 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £327 June 20, 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £337 July 4, 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £337 July 18, 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £342 Aug 1, 8, 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £342 Aug 22, 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £337 Sept 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Sept 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £312 Holiday 151 - 8 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Sunday Apr 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £244 May 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £269 May 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £316 June 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £337 July 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £342 Aug 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £337 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

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Cavendish Hotel

8 days from £269

Exmouth Exmouth developed as a resort in Georgian times and was once probably the most select seaside resort in Britain, being home to such famous people as Lady Nelson and Lady Byron. Nowadays it offers a rich mixture of immaculate sands, lovely gardens, a busy marina and a wide range of sports facilities that combine to make it an excellent resort for all ages and interests. To the south the resort overlooks Lyme Bay, while to the west it looks across the estuary of the River Exe to the Haldon Hills and Dawlish Warren. There are boat trips aplenty but also lots to do on dry land with good shops, a museum, many old pubs and good walks at every turn. For the more active there is a swimming pool, golf, and all forms of water sports including a sailing school.

Cavendish Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Exmouth This delightful hotel is wonderfully situated on the level seafront overlooking Exmouth’s fine golden sands, a few minutes’ walk from the shops. All 76 rooms are centrally heated with private bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, tea/coffee making facilities and TV. There is a TV lounge, quiet lounge with sea views and games room with snooker and darts. The bar lounge has a dance floor and entertainment most evenings. Lift serves most rooms. Tel: 01395 272528

Full Day Excursion to Sidmouth and Seaton. Sidmouth was regularly visited by Princess Victoria before she became Queen. Huge cliffs rise on either side of the town’s Regency architecture. Seaton is a charming resort with a delightful tramway.

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions

Full Day Excursion to Teignmouth and Exeter. We travel around the estuary of the River Exe, visiting Dawlish and the delightful small resort of Teignmouth before turning back to Exeter, the ancient county town of Devon with its innumerable shops and many interesting historical sights including a splendid cathedral.

Holiday Prices Holiday 155 - 8 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Saturday Apr 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £269 May 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £284 May 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £296 May 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 May 23, 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £332 June 6,13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £342 June 20, 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £349 July 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £349 July 11, 18, 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £354 Aug 1, 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £354 Aug 15, 22, 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £349 Sept 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £336 Sept 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £324 Sept 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £304 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

Full Day Excursion to Dartmoor and Torquay. Again heading west, we skirt the southern edge of Dartmoor to Buckfastleigh, before turning south to Devon’s largest resort, Torquay. Here we have plenty of time to explore the harbour or visit the many shops before returning to Exmouth.

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Exmouth

Sidmouth

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Exmouth

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Weymouth

Corfe Village & Castle

Weymouth Beach

Weymouth Harbour

Weymouth is one of Britain’s oldest seaside resorts, made popular by George III whose statue stands on the promenade. It has just about everything one could ask for in a seaside town: a lovely curving bay with soft sands, a fascinating harbour with interesting old pubs and cottages, the remains of a Tudor castle, some engaging architecture, a wide variety of shops and plenty to entertain both day and night. Add to this a bird reserve which is almost in the centre of town, a museum, an indoor swimming pool and lots of boat trips and you are sure to have an absorbing holiday.

Hotel Mon Ami

Excursions Included

Weymouth Situated on the pleasant seafront Esplanade, this is a small but friendly family run hotel. Bedrooms are mostly with shower (some have bath and shower) and all have TV and tea/coffee making facilities and are served by a lift. Entertainment is provided on most evenings and there is a lively atmosphere in the bar. There is also a quiet lounge on the seafront side of the hotel. The dining room offers homecooked meals served by the family. Tel: 01305 786917

Full Day Excursion to Poole and Bournemouth. Travelling eastwards to the Georgian port of Poole, now a leading yacht harbour. Then on to Dorset’s largest resort, Bournemouth. Full Day Excursion to Bridport, Abbotsbury and Dorchester. We first travel to Dorchester, the county town of Dorset, then to the ancient town of Bridport and the village of Abbotsbury on The Fleet, the lagoon behind the amazing Chesil Beach.

Weymouth Esplanade

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Abbotsbury

Full Day Excursion to Corfe Castle and Swanage. We travel east to the Purbeck Hills and the quaint resort of Swanage. Returning via Lulworth Cove.

What’s Included • 6 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions

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Holiday 167 - 7 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Saturday May 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £324 Aug 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £344 Sept 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32

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Seaside England Devon Towers Hotel

8 days from £282

Bournemouth

Devon Towers Hotel Bournemouth Ideally situated on the West Cliff, a short walk from the sea front, International Centre, shops and pier. All 64 bedrooms are either centrally heated or provided with electric heaters and all have private bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. There is an attractive entrance lounge, delightful bar lounge with TV, restaurant and spacious entertainment room with dance floor where entertainment is provided most evenings. Lift to all floors. Tel: 01202 553863

Devon Towers Hotel

Bournemouth is superbly situated on the sunny south coast on top of spectacular cliffs which look down upon miles of golden sand. It is probably Britain’s most international resort with many visitors from the Continent providing an interesting sprinkling of foreign tongues as one strolls through the splendid gardens or browses through the remarkable selection of shops. The town is full of flowers and there are beautifully manicured parks and gardens. The delightful "chines", small valleys in the cliffs, offer shady groves leading to the shore. The Lower Gardens and Central Gardens in particular provide a lush green contrast to the nearby beach. There are many outstanding attractions including museums, an art gallery, two piers and a wealth of evening entertainment ranging from classical music to top name summer shows.

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Full Day Excursion to Weymouth and Portland. We travel first to Weymouth to spend time in this delightful resort, with its splendid beaches, busy harbour and many narrow shopping streets. We also have a short stop at Portland for the spectacular view of Chesil Beach.

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions • Entrance to Stonehenge • Entrance to Beaulieu

Full Day Excursion to Stonehenge and Salisbury. You will have the opportunity to see the ancient historic site at Stonehenge with its double circle of blue-stones erected more than 1000 BC (entrance included in the tour cost). We then travel across Salisbury Plain to visit Salisbury, a city steeped in history with its famous Cathedral and tranquil Cathedral Close. Full Day Excursion to Lyndhurst and Beaulieu. A day in the New Forest, an area of beautiful unspoilt countryside, much of it woodland, with its famous wild ponies. Beaulieu is a fantastic day out for everyone, with Palace House, Abbey, National Motor Museum and Gardens which stretch down to the river’s edge (admission included in the tour cost).

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Holiday 171 - 8 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Sunday May 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £282 May 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £322 June 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £332 June 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £339 July 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £339 July 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £344 Aug 2, 16, 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £344 Sept 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £319 Sept 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £299 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32

Devon Towers Hotel

Bournemouth

Bournemouth Lower Gardens

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Osborne House, Queen Victoria’s Hideaway

Sandown Beach and Pier

8 days from £289

Isle of Wight – Sandown

Newport

The Isle of Wight has a great deal to offer with many superb sandy beaches, mile upon mile of stunning countryside and coastal walks and all the usual modern holiday facilities in the resorts. Sandown is the island’s principal resort, and offers a wealth of entertainments. Sandown Bay is the largest on the island and offers a long, safe, sandy beach framed at either end by stunning white cliffs contrasting with the rich blue sea. There are good shops and an open air market on Mondays. Dinosaur Isle offers life-like dinosaur models and skeletons. There is also a pier, directly in front of our hotel. In addition, Sandown boasts Brown’s Pleasure Park, swimming and squash at the Heights Leisure Centre and a fascinating Geological Museum. There are plenty of evening entertainments to suit all tastes. Nearby Brading has Wax and Doll Museums and a Roman Villa complete with mosaic floors.

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Bayshore Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Sandown Situated in a magnificent position on the seafront, opposite the beach and pier and close to the shopping centre. All 80 bedrooms are centrally heated with TV, hair dryer, tea/coffee making facilities and private bath or shower and WC. The hotel has lounges, cocktail bar, dining room and many bedrooms overlooking the sea. Entertainment is provided most evenings. There is also a games room. Lift serves all floors (a few stairs on split level floors). Tel: 01983 403154

Full Day Excursion to Alum Bay and Newport. We journey across the island to Alum Bay, famous for its coloured sands. Nearby are the magnificent chalk Needles, the remains of a ridge which once joined the island to the mainland. We return through the centre of the island via its capital, Newport and pretty Godshill.

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • 1 half day excursion • Entrance to Osborne House • Entrance to Rosemary Vineyard

Full Day Excursion to Osborne House and Cowes. We journey to the north of the island to see Queen Victoria’s spectacular hideaway, Osborne House, where she died in 1901 (entrance included in the tour cost). We also visit Britain’s yachting capital, Cowes. Half Day Excursion to Rosemary Vineyard and Ryde. We travel along the eastern coast and have a fascinating vineyard visit (included in the tour cost) before continuing to Ryde which offers many shops and a magnificent pier with outstanding views across the busy Solent. Godshill

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8 days from £309

Isle of Wight – Shanklin Shanklin boasts a long, safe sandy beach which lies at the foot of the spectacular cliffs on which most of the town is situated. The two are connected by a cliff lift. The traditional seaside part of town blends into the picturesque thatched cottages of Shanklin Old Town at the head of the impressive Shanklin Chine. The delightful nature trail through the Chine is not to be missed and includes a surprising relic of the Second World War - a section of PLUTO, the Pipeline Under The Ocean, which was used to pump fuel under the sea to France for the Normandy landings. Although a quieter and more intimate resort than Sandown it nevertheless has its own theatre, lively pubs and entertainments.

Shanklin Previously the Sherwood Court Hotel now under new ownership and recently refurbished, the Langham Court is situated between Shanklin town centre and the sea front and a short walk from both. The hotel has a bar and lounge with large dance floor which hosts entertainment on most evenings. There is a small indoor heated swimming pool and the pleasant dining room offers a traditional menu with friendly staff serving home cooked meals. All bedrooms have shower and WC (some also have bath), TV, and tea/coffee making facilities. Lift to all floors with a few steps to upper levels. Tel: 01983 861500

Excursions Included

Langham Court Hotel

Full Day Excursion to Carisbrooke Castle and Newport. We travel along the southern edge of the island before turning inland to Carisbrooke Castle (entrance included in the tour cost). Here Charles I was imprisoned and it is also famous for its Donkey Centre. We continue to Newport, capital of the island. Returning via the picturesque village of Godshill. Full Day Excursion to Alum Bay and Cowes. We journey across the island to Alum Bay, famous for its coloured sands. Nearby are the magnificent chalk Needles, the remains of a ridge which once joined the island to the mainland. Returning via Britain's yachting capital, Cowes.

What’s Included • 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • 1 half day excursion • Entrance to Carisbrooke Castle • Entrance to Rosemary Vineyard

Half Day Excursion to Rosemary Vineyard and Ryde. We travel along the eastern coast and have a fascinating vineyard visit (included in the tour cost) before continuing to Ryde which offers many shops and a magnificent pier with outstanding views across the busy Solent.

Holiday Prices Holiday 201 - 8 days Departs Saturday - Returns Saturday June 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 June 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £314 July 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £319 July 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Aug 1, 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Sept 5, 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32

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Queens Hotel

Eastbourne Seafront

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Eastbourne

Brighton Pier

8 days from £302

Beachy Head

Eastbourne is one of Britain’s more elegant resorts, enjoying a glorious location on the South Coast. Because it is sheltered by Beachy Head and the South Downs it has an excellent sunshine record, always coming around the top of the sunshine league. It has a spacious promenade to stroll along and the world-famous Carpet Gardens line the seafront. Eastbourne has clean inviting beaches predominantly of shingle leading to sand at low tide and offering excellent bathing. There’s plenty to see and do with first class shops, museums, shows, concerts, dancing in the Winter Gardens and cinemas. There is also a large variety of sporting facilities, whether you want to play or spectate, such as boating, bowls, golf, putting, and walking on the South Downs. Our tour includes a fascinating vineyard visit and wine tasting in the holiday cost.

Queens Hotel

Excursions Included

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Eastbourne This magnificent Victorian hotel is situated in an outstanding position overlooking the pier, with sea views from many of its 125 centrally heated bedrooms all of which have bath and/or shower and WC, hair dryer, TV, radio, intercom and tea/coffee making facilities. Spacious public rooms include a cocktail bar, snooker room, impressive restaurant and several function rooms including the Princes Suite with its own bar where entertainment is provided most evenings. Two lifts serve all floors (although the ground and lower ground floors are split level and some stairs are unavoidable) Tel: 01323 722822

Full Day Excursion to Battle and Rye. Battle was the site of William the Conqueror’s victory over Harold. It is a lovely village with a famous abbey. Rye is one of the Cinque Ports and the home for many years of the novelist Henry James. Included in today’s excursion is a vineyard visit and wine tasting.

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • 1 half day excursion • Vineyard visit

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Half Day Excursion to Seaford and Alfriston. A short excursion takes us over the South Downs to the delightful Cuckmere Valley.

Carpet Gardens

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Full Day Excursion to Brighton. We travel via the dramatic Devil’s Dyke to the resort famous for its graceful Regency buildings, the exotic iron-domed Pavilion built by the Prince Regent, its two piers and the enticing series of byways, known as The Lanes, with their many small shops.

Holiday Prices Holiday 215 - 8 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Saturday July 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £362 July 11, 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £369 Holiday 216 - 8 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Sunday May 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £302 May 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £314 May 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £324 May 24, 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £346 June 7, 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £358 June 21, 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £364 July 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £364 July 12, 19, 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £369 Aug 2, 9, 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £369 Aug 23, 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £369 Sept 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £349 Sept 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £339 Sept 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

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Clacton-on-Sea

Clacton Gardens

7 days from £289

Clacton is the leading resort on the Essex "Sunshine Coast" and offers every amenity for an enjoyable holiday. Its golden sands are backed by a traffic free promenade with lovely gardens - the perfect place to relax and enjoy its excellent sunshine record. The broad pier is arguably the liveliest in the country and includes a fairground and numerous other attractions. The town offers two theatres plus bowling, golf, tennis, horse riding, water sports and pleasure flights - in short something to suit all tastes whether your idea of a holiday is to wind down and relax or to step up a gear and have a go at everything!

Esplanade Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Clacton This attractive small hotel has a sunny southerly aspect and is situated on the Marine Parade overlooking the sea, a short walk from the pier and shops. There is a restaurant, bar and lounge. Bedrooms have private bath or shower and WC, TV, telephone, broadband, hair dryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Many rooms also have sea views and mini bar. Entertainment is provided three evenings per week. No lift but a few ground floor rooms available. Tel: 01255 220450

Half Day Excursion to Colchester. Britain’s oldest town grew from a Roman fortress and still has long stretches of Roman fortifications as well as a splendid Norman keep (the largest in Europe) and interesting sites from the Civil War.

• 6 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • 1 half day excursion • Guided tour of Cambridge

Full Day Excursion to Newmarket and Cambridge. The dreaming spires of Cambridge are a wonder to behold, but the river, the Botanic Gardens and the excellent shops are also worthy of a visit. We pay a brief visit to Newmarket Gallops to watch the horses training en route to Cambridge. (Guided tour of Cambridge included in the tour cost.)

Cambridge

Full Day Excursion to Constable Country and Ipswich. Visiting some of the sights of Constable’s most famous paintings including East Bergholt and Lavenham on our way to historic Ipswich.

Holiday 252 - 7 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Saturday May 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £289 May 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £299 June 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £304 Sept 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £304 Sept 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £289 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £36 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £16

Clacton Beach

Flatford Mill

Esplanade Hotel

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Great Yarmouth

New Beach Hotel

Norfolk Broads

Pulls Ferry, Norwich

Great Yarmouth is East Anglia’s top seaside venue, a popular resort catering for many tastes. It offers a huge range of entertainments, plus sports and recreational amenities and shopping. The long sandy beach stretches for miles. Adjoining the beach is the Marine Parade and the promenade where there are many attractions including the Model Village, Pleasure Beach, and a magnificent “Sea Life Centre” containing a multitude of sea creatures. A special feature of the Great Yarmouth seafront are the horse-drawn landaus in which you can enjoy a ride and view the many attractions. The Marina Centre Leisure Complex also offers a range of sporting and leisure activities. Great Yarmouth has a reputation for a great night out. It is recognised as one of the leading resorts in Britain for live entertainment. There is a wide variety of shows and concerts, and also night clubs, discos and pubs. In fact Great Yarmouth has everything you need for a really entertaining holiday.

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New Beach Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Great Yarmouth Situated in what is probably Great Yarmouth’s most central location, on the sea front opposite Britannia Pier and adjacent to the shops and resort amenities. (Note that it can be quite lively in the street outside the sea facing rooms.) All 75 rooms have private bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, radio, tea/coffee making facilities, TV, central heating and intercom. Spacious cocktail bar/lounge and a magnificent restaurant which has its own large dance floor. Lift to all floors. Tel: 01493 332300

Full Day Excursion to Norwich. Norwich is one of Britain’s most attractive cities, a fine town with an irregular medieval street plan and many notable buildings of all periods including a Norman Castle and imposing cathedral.

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions • Broads Cruise

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Full Day Excursion to Lowestoft and Suffolk Villages. We travel first to Lowestoft, famous as a fishing port, but also offering a harbour used by cruising yachts, two piers, and a sandy beach backed by a traffic free promenade. We return via the quaint Suffolk village of Southwold and the town of Beccles. Great Yarmouth

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Full Day Excursion to Cromer via Caister and North Walsham. We return through Aylsham to Wroxham where we take a short trip on the Norfolk Broads to relax and enjoy the tranquillity and beautiful scenery (boat fare included in the tour cost).

Holiday Prices Holiday 261 - 8 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Sunday May 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £244 May 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £254 May 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £269 May 24, 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £304 June 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £314 June 14, 21, 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £319 July 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £319 July 12, 19, 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Aug 2, 9, 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Aug 23, 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £324 Sept 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £314 Sept 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £299 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

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Seaside England Cromer Seafront & Pier

8 days from £294

Cromer

www.britainonview.com

Cromer was once a small fishing village which has now grown into a bustling family holiday resort, with superb sunshine records. This attractive, small resort is full of character with its narrow twisting streets in the town centre and lively seafront promenade behind the sandy beach. Colourful gardens offer quiet relaxation but if you're feeling energetic there are leisure facilities available including bowling greens, tennis courts, squash and golf. During the summer season there’s a varied entertainments programme available at the famous Pier Pavilion. Cromer is set amidst the pleasant countryside of North Norfolk with its leafy country lanes, villages with their flint cottages and of course the Norfolk Broads, miles and miles of waterways weaving their way through this unique landscape. On this holiday you will have the opportunity to take a trip on the Broads and visit some of Norfolk’s principal sights on our excursions.

Hotel De Paris

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Cromer A delightful hotel, occupying the finest position in Cromer, close to the shops and historic parish church and directly overlooking the pier and beach. All 54 bedrooms are centrally heated and are equipped with private bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, radio, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Most are very spacious and have excellent views over the sea or across the town to Cromer Woods. Superb reception lounge, bar, games room and delightful dining room with dance floor. Lift (few stairs to some rooms). Tel: 01263 513141 Guests 513191

Full Day Excursion to Bure Valley Railway and the Broads. We make the short journey to Aylsham for a trip to Wroxham on Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge railway. After a break for lunch (not included) and time to inspect the local crafts we take a gentle cruise on the relaxing “Broads” (train and boat fares included in the tour cost).

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions • 1 half day excursion • Train ride • Broads Cruise

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Full Day Excursion to Sandringham. Through Sheringham and on to Wells-nextthe-Sea, a quaint, thriving port with a unique atmosphere. We continue along the coast and then inland to Royal Sandringham for a look round the Sandringham Royal Estate (entrance not included; entrance not possible when Royal Family is in residence). Full Day Excursion to Norwich. Norfolk’s county town is still based on a medieval street plan and has many delightful buildings and alleyways. Its splendid cathedral is well worth a visit but it also boasts a castle and excellent shops.

Holiday Prices Holiday 265 - 8 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Saturday May 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £294 May 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £299 May 23, 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £319 June 13, 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £342 July 4, 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £342 Aug 1, 15, 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £342 Sept 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £339 Sept 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Sept 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £299 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

Half Day Excursion to Sheringham a seaside town along the coast from Cromer. There is a splendid craft centre with traditional rural crafts which have been part of North Norfolk life for generations.

Hotel De Paris

Cromer

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Hotel De Paris

in Cromer Spring & Autumn Breaks . . . . . . . 70-72 Summer Breaks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Festive Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73-74 Self Drive Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

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Skegness Boating Lake

Skegness Beach

7 days from £239

Skegness

Royal Hotel

Excursions Included

Skegness Situated in its own grounds at the southern end of the promenade, overlooking the sea and an easy stroll from Skegness’s principal attractions. All 70 bedrooms are centrally heated with bath or shower and WC, tea/coffee making facilities and TV. There is a lounge bar, games room and a ballroom with entertainment three evenings per week. Lift serves the two main floors although there are some stairs to ground floor rooms and the hotel is not suitable for wheelchair users. Tel: 01754 762301

Full Day Excursion to Boston and Spalding. Both of these towns have rich histories dating from Norman times. Boston was a hugely important port until the river silted up in the late 1600s. The religious persecution of the seventeenth century was nowhere more bitterly fought than in Lincolnshire and led to the founding of the great American city of the same name by people from Boston. Full Day Excursion to Lincoln. Lincoln’s splendid cathedral is one of the finest in the country and is surrounded by many other fascinating buildings of all periods including its castle which houses one of four remaining original copies of Magna Carta.

What’s Included

Full Day Excursion to Mablethorpe, Cleethorpes and Louth. We have a short break at Mablethorpe, a small resort once frequented by the poet Tennyson and notable for its beautiful sands. We continue on to the larger town of Cleethorpes and than return via Louth, an ancient market town on the Wolds with a mixture of Elizabethan and Georgian buildings and a splendid church.

Holiday Prices

Royal Hotel

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Royal Hotel

Skegness is the largest resort on the Lincolnshire coast and has been a favourite holiday destination for decades. Wide, clean, award-winning beaches are amongst the fine attributes of this lively town. Between the North and South Parades and the beach you will find a boating lake, bowling greens, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, mini golf and the lovely Compass Gardens and Tower Gardens. In the evening the town comes to life in a different way with the Pleasure Beach lit up and theatre audiences throng to see popular stars entertain. Skegness has everything to make your holiday complete.

Lincoln Cathedral

6/9/08

• 6 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions

Holiday 272 - 7 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Saturday Apr 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £239 May 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £264 May 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £269 May 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £274 June 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £294 July 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £294 Aug 2, 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £294 Sept 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £294 Sept 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £294 Sept 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £269 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £28

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Seaside England Cumberland Hotel

8 days from £259

Scarborough

Scarborough is arguably the oldest seaside resort in Britain - a Dr Wittie of Scarborough was advocating sea bathing as long ago as 1660, more than a century before it became popular in Regency Brighton! But Scarborough is much older even than this - a cursory glance at the headland which divides Scarborough’s two bays reveals the impressive medieval castle. The name Scarborough is a Viking one and the castle grounds conceal the remains of a Roman signal station. The busy harbour is haven to a welter of fishing vessels and there are the usual seaside pursuits a-plenty on the adjacent South Bay promenade which leads to the Spa. The steep hill sides are beautifully landscaped and there are many attractive parks and gardens. The resort is noted for its theatres and there is an art gallery and several small museums.

Cumberland Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Scarborough Very well situated on the South Cliff a few minutes’ walk from the Spa complex, beach and town centre with excellent views of the town from the north facing rooms. This excellent hotel has recently been extensively refurbished. All 86 bedrooms have central heating, private bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Entertainment is provided every evening in the ballroom. There is an attractive restaurant and quiet lounge. Lift serves all floors. Tel: 01723 361826 Guests: 362863

Full Day Excursion to North York Moors and Whitby. We travel inland along the southern edge of the North York Moors to Pickering with its magnificent 12th century castle. Then over the moors to Whitby, incomparably situated on the banks of the River Esk and with a skyline dominated by the remains of the ancient abbey.

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions • Walking tour of York

Full Day Excursion to Bridlington and Beverley. A short journey brings us to Bridlington, a lively seaside resort and fishing port. Further south lies Beverley, a delightful town with many Georgian buildings and the famous 13th century Minster. Full Day Excursion to York one of the world’s great tourism cities with its wealth of places to visit including the Roman walls, the famous Minster, the fascinating Yorvik centre, the National Railway Museum – as well as some splendid shops! A guided walking tour of the city is included in the tour cost. Please note: clients joining at Huddersfield, Bradford, Pudsey and Leeds are picked up en route by the tour coach. (Clients from other towns in West Yorkshire have to travel via Burtonwood Services and are recommended to join at one of the these four points instead.)

Holiday Prices Holiday 276 - 8 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Sunday May 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £259 May 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £282 May 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £292 May 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £316 June 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £316 June 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £324 June 21, 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 July 5, 19, 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Aug 2, 16, 23, 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Sept 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Sept 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32

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York Minster

Scarborough

Cumberland Hotel

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Whitby

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Peel

Douglas Marina

7 days from £299

Isle of Man

Peel Castle

The Isle of Man is a unique cocktail of ingredients, which blend to make a never to be forgotten holiday experience. Its scenery combines a beautiful coastline of sandy beaches and rocky points with a mountainous interior which is never more than a few minutes' away. The architecture in Douglas is predominantly Victorian but in the villages and towns elsewhere on the island there is a rich cultural heritage of harbours and castles, with many traces of ancient Viking and Celtic history. Trips on the Victorian transport systems, consisting of horse drawn trams, the electric railway and steam train are all strongly recommended. Douglas has many shops and entertainments including two modern shopping malls, a theatre, nightclubs, discos, cinemas, ten pin bowling and a casino. But it is above all the relaxed pace of life, the warm friendly welcome and the reminders of a less hectic age which most visitors recall as they look back on their stay on this wonderful island.

Manx Electric Railway

6/9/08

Hydro Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Douglas This friendly family run hotel is situated in the centre of Douglas seafront overlooking the bay and a few minutes’ walk from the seafront shops. All rooms are centrally heated with private bath or shower and WC, tea/coffee making facilities, TV with satellite facility and telephones. Bar with entertainment on two evenings. Lift to all floors (but there are a few stairs to the bedrooms). Tel: 01624 676870

Full Day Northern Island Tour. Including visits to the other large town, Ramsey, and the ancient harbour town of Peel with its fortified cathedral enclave.

• 6 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • 1 half day excursion

Ferry Crossings Outward Heysham - Douglas Time Depart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.15 Arrive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18.00 Return Douglas - Heysham Time Depart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08.45 Arrive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.30

Full Day Southern Island Tour. Visiting Port Erin, Cregneash village at the tip of the island with views of Calf Sound and Calf of Man and stopping at Castletown.

Laxey Wheel

Half Day Tour to Laxey. A short trip to the attractive former mining village of Laxey with its spectacular water wheel.

Holiday Prices Holiday 592 - 7 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Saturday Apr 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £299 May 3, 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £349 May 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £354 June 21, 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £364 July 12, 19, 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £364 Aug 2, 9, 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £364 Sept 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £364 Sept 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £354 Sept 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £344 Oct 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £69

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7 days from £232 / 8 days from £259 Bedroom, Selborne Hotel

Dunoon & Argyll Dunoon is splendidly situated on the western shores of the Firth of Clyde, where Loch Long and Holy Loch join the sea. It boasts some lovely gardens, two bays, and a flat promenade - perfect for that most traditional of seaside occupations, strolling along the prom! There is a modern indoor swimming pool with solarium and sauna, bowling greens, squash and tennis courts and both 9 and 18 hole golf courses. There are two cinemas and, in the season, entertainment at the Queens Hall. Within just a few miles is some of Scotland’s most spectacular mountain scenery in the Argyll Forest Park. The journeys along Loch Eck and to Colintraive are amongst the most memorable anywhere in Scotland.

Selborne Hotel

Excursions Included

Dunoon Superbly situated looking south across the Clyde with pleasant lawns reaching down to the promenade and water’s edge. All the public rooms and many of the bedrooms offer uninterrupted views of the river which is a constant source of interest. Ground floor areas have recently been extensively refurbished and include a TV lounge, bar lounge, quiet lounge and games room. All 98 bedrooms are centrally heated and have private bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Entertainment is provided most evenings. The lift serves almost all rooms. Tel: 01369 702761

Half Day Excursion to Lochgoilhead, a small village at the head of fjord-like Loch Goil, approached via a steep descent from Rest and be Thankful Pass.

What’s Included • 8 days - 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 7 days - 6 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • 2 half day excursions

Holiday Prices Holiday 410 - 8 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Saturday May 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £259 May 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £279 May 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £314 June 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £314 June 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £324 July 11, 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Aug 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Aug 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £324 Sept 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £324 Sept 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £304 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22 Holiday 412 - 7 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Saturday Apr 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £232 May 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £259 May 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £284 June 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £284 June 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £289 July 5, 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £294 Aug 2, 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £294 Aug 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £289 Sept 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £284 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £28 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £20

Full Day Excursion to Rothesay. Today’s journey takes us to Colintraive and then via a short ferry crossing to the Isle of Bute. We continue to its capital, Rothesay, one of the Clyde’s most famous resorts which also boasts a fine castle. Full Day Loch Lomond & Helensburgh. We travel alongside Loch Eck and the upper reaches of Loch Fyne, over ‘Rest and be Thankful’ pass to Long Loch then alongside Loch Long and Gare Loch to Helensburgh, on the Clyde. In the afternoon we journey along the western side of Loch Lomond before retracing our steps back to Dunoon. Half Day Cowal Peninsula. A delightful short tour to explore the area immediately around Dunoon visiting Innellan and Toward, Kilmun Church and Strone.

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Fort William & Skye

Fort William, the “Outdoor Capital of the UK”, is not only an important tourist centre but also a splendid location from which to explore the magnificent Western Highlands. It is situated at the southern end of the Great Glen, on the shores of Loch Linnhe, beneath towering Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain. For those who do not feel quite up to the ascent of Ben Nevis, nearby Aonach Mor offers Britain’s only alpine cable car, rising over 2000 feet to the Snowgoose restaurant, from where there are spectacular views of the Great Glen. The surrounding countryside has some of Britain’s most spectacular and romantic scenery and its torrid history has produced over 30 battlefields in the Lochaber area alone. As a touring centre Fort William is unrivalled and our splendid excursion programme makes the best of this with coverage of many of the area’s most interesting places.

Croit Anna Hotel

Excursions Included

Fort William Situated in an isolated position on the shores of Loche Linnhe with spectacular views across the loch from all of the public rooms and most of the bedrooms, the Croit Anna offers a comfortable and friendly base in which to relax. All 92 bedrooms have central heating and/or individual electric heating, bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, radio, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a panoramic lounge, two bars, terrace and entertainment most evenings. There is no lift but a number of ground floor rooms are available upon request and subject to availability. Tel: 01397 702268

Full Day Excursion to Mallaig. Along the famous “Road to the Isles” to this delightful fishing port, superbly situated overlooking the Sound of Sleat and the Cuillin Mountains of Skye.

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Full Day Excursion to the Isle of Skye. A scenic journey takes us along Loch Lochy, then past the Five Sisters of Kintail to the much photographed Eilean Donan Castle. We continue to Kyle of Lochalsh and then across to Skye with a short tour of this enchanting Island. Fort William & Ben Nevis

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Full Day Excursion to Oban. Oban is the principal town on the west coast and the port for many of the ferry services to the Hebridean Islands. It has a lively harbour and many shops and restaurants.

Croit Anna Hotel

7 days from £259 / 8 days from £294

Croit Anna Hotel

Loch Linnhe, Fort William

Kyleakin Harbour, Isle of Skye

6/9/08

What’s Included • 8 days - 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 7 days - 6 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions

Holiday Prices Holiday 431 - 8 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Sunday May 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £294 May 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £314 June 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £332 June 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £337 July 5, 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £342 Aug 2, 16, 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £342 Sept 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £316 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22 Holiday 432 - 7 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Saturday May 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £259 May 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £282 May 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £299 June 14, 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 July 12, 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 Aug 9, 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 Sept 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 Sept 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £296 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £28 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £20

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7 days from £259

Inverness & John O’Groats

Inverness Castle

This spectacular tour is based in Dingwall, the administrative centre for Ross and Cromarty. Though originally a Viking settlement, most of its buildings (many of which are in distinguished pink sandstone) date from the eighteenth century or later. The town is dominated by a tall tower erected in memory of Sir Hector MacDonald, a famous Victorian general. The historic Town House is attached to an even older tower which contains a museum. Dingwall is very well placed to take in the sights of this fascinating part of Scotland and within easy reach are Britain’s most northerly shores near John O’Groats, the Black Isle on the east coast, the attractive villages of Gairloch and Ullapool on the west coast and in the south, Inverness, the capital of the Highlands.

National Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Dingwall This impressive Victorian sandstone building is situated in the centre of Dingwall and is a focal point for the local community. All bedrooms have private bath or shower and WC, tea/coffee making facilities and TV. Entertainment is provided in the lounge bar. No lift. Tel: 01349 862166

Full Day Excursion to Ullapool and Loch Maree. Today we see some of Scotland’s most magnificent coastal scenery as we travel to Loch Maree, pass Inverewe, with its famous gardens, and Ullapool, situated on the edge of fjord-like Loch Broom.

• 6 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions

Full Day Excursion to Inverness and Loch Ness. A short journey takes us to the Capital of the Highlands set on the banks of the River Ness. Nearby is Culloden Field where the last battle on British soil was fought in 1746. We travel along the banks of fabulous Loch Ness to Drumnadrochit near Castle Urquhart, scene of many of the sightings of “Nessie”. Full Day Excursion to John O’Groats. Though there are small villages and occasional castles, such as those at Dunbeath and Dunrobin, for the most part this is a wild and spectacular coastline, terminating with the Stacks of Duncansby and John O’Groats - surprisingly named after a Dutchman, Jan de Groot, who started the first ferry service to Orkney.

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The Last House, John O’Groats

Castle Urquhart, Loch Ness

National Hotel

Loch Maree

Holiday 467 - 7 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Saturday Apr 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £259 May 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £274 May 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £279 June 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £289 July 5, 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £289 Aug 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £289 Sept 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £289 Sept 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £279 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £28

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Glasgow

Loch Lomond

6/9/08

7 days from £284

This tour is a great introduction to the rich variety of Scotland which has bewitched tourists for centuries. Arrochar nestles at the head of Loch Long amongst the “Arrochar Alps”, the most spectacular peak of which is Ben Arthur, also known as The Cobbler. This is Scotland at its most serene and most inspiring, with the craggy mountains looking down upon the sheltered sea loch. It is hard to believe we are only a short drive from the centre of Glasgow. We exploit this situation to the full with a superb excursion programme which includes not only the scenic delights of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs, but also a visit to Scotland’s largest city which has reinvented itself in recent years to become one of the most interesting and dynamic cities in Europe.

Arrochar Hotel

Loch Lomond & Trossachs

Arrochar Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Arrochar Beautifully situated on the shores of Loch Long, the hotel has magnificent views of the Loch and the “Arrochar Alps”. There is a lounge bar and restaurant offering a choice of menus. All bedrooms have private bath or shower and WC, shaver point, hair dryer, radio, TV, tea/coffee making facilities and individual heating. The lift serves all rooms. Tel: 01301 702484

Full Day Excursion to the Trossachs. Travelling first via Crianlarich, Lochearnhead, Loch Lubnaig and the Falls of Leny to Callander. Then on past Loch Venachar to the Trossachs. Returning via Aberfoyle.

• 6 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions • Loch Lomond Cruise

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Full Day Excursion to Helensburgh and Loch Lomond. We travel alongside Loch Long and Gare Loch to Helensburgh, on the Bonnie Clyde. In the afternoon we journey along the western side of Loch Lomond before taking a trip on the loch (included in the tour cost) and returning to Arrochar. Full Day Excursion to Glasgow. With its magnificent buildings and delightful parks beside the Clyde, Glasgow has become one of Europe’s most dynamic and cultured cities. A vibrant environment in total contrast to the quiet serenity of the Highlands. The short journey to Glasgow allows us plenty of time for shopping.

Holiday Prices Holiday 422 - 7 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Saturday May 10, 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £284 June 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £294 Aug 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £294 Sept 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £294 Sept 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £284 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £49

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7 days from £319

Ullapool & Northern Scotland

Caledonian Hotel

Holiday Itinerary

What’s Included

Ullapool The Caledonian Ullapool Hotel is set in the heart of this beautiful West Coast of Scotland fishing village, with views of the harbour and Loch Broom. Dining is either in the Mackenzie restaurant or the hotel’s public bistro adjacent to the bar and TV lounge. Each of the 83 bedrooms has a bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. No lift. Tel: 01854 612306

Sunday Home - Interchange - Glasgow - Dunoon. Staying overnight at Selborne Hotel Tel: (01369) 702761.

• 4 nights dinner, room and breakfast in Ullapool • 1 night dinner, room and breakfast in Dunoon • 1 night dinner, room and breakfast in Perthshire • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Inverewe Garden

Monday Dunoon - Loch Lomond - Glencoe - Fort William - Drumnadrochit Ullapool. An incredible journey takes us through the finest scenery in Scotland. Tuesday Full Day Excursion to Gairloch and Inverewe Garden. Inverewe Gardens are remarkable - a collection of trees and plants from the four corners of the earth, often planted in hollows hewn from the rock and all bathed by the warm waters of the Gulf Stream (entrance included). Wednesday At leisure in Ullapool. Thursday Full Day Excursion to Thurso and John O’Groats. Travelling along the east coast to the northernmost tip of mainland Scotland before turning west to Thurso and returning via Dounreay and Strathnaven. Friday Ullapool - Inverness - Aviemore - Perthshire. Staying overnight in Perthshire.

Inverewe Gardens

Saturday Perthshire - Stirling - South Uplands - Interchange - Home.

Wester Ross, nr. Ullapool

Glen Coe

Ullapool nestles on the shores of the fjord-like Loch Broom. It has a very different atmosphere from the resorts further south and visitors cannot help but sense the links to the Outer Hebrides and other north Atlantic countries. Here is some of the world’s most beautiful unspoilt scenery. Majestic mountains surround it on all sides and nearby are superb beaches, forests, hidden glens and waterfalls, all caressed by the gulf stream which gives it sub-tropical gardens and mild weather.

Holiday Prices Holiday 452 - 7 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Saturday Apr 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £319 May 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 June 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £339 July 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £344 Aug 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £344 Sept 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £344 Oct 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £54

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Aberdeen

Dee Valley

7 days from £264

Royal Deeside & Aberdeen Glamis Castle

This holiday features the area of Scotland so long favoured by the Royal Family - Royal Deeside. It is based in the small town of Ballater which lies among heather covered hills where the River Muick joins the River Dee, a few miles from Balmoral Castle. To the north lie the magnificent Cairngorm Mountains and to the south the mountains of Lochnagar (setting for a children's book by the Prince of Wales) and the ski area at Glen Shee. To the east lies the rich farming land of the lower Dee valley and the surprising floral city of Aberdeen, famous for its roses and the pink granite which gives it its famous soubriquet "The Granite City". Our excursions cover not only Deeside and Aberdeen, but also parts of the Spey Valley and the lovely countryside of Forfar and Angus, which is little known to most English visitors.

Loirston Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Ballater Situated in the centre of the village of Ballater which is 8 miles from Balmoral Castle. Log fires in the lounge and a wood panelled entrance foyer create a welcoming atmosphere. There is a dining room and bar with entertainment two evenings per week. Bedrooms have bath or shower and WC, tea/coffee making facilities and TV. No lift. Tel: 01339 755413

Half Day Excursion to Aberdeen. We travel along the magnificent Dee valley to Aberdeen, the “Granite City”, with its lovely pink granite buildings and delightful floral displays.

• 6 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • 2 half day excursions • Entrance to Balmoral (when possible) • Entrance to Glamis Castle • Distillery Visit

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Full Day Excursion to Grantown and the Whisky Trail. Today’s journey takes us through some spectacular scenery to Cock Bridge and Tomintoul and on to Grantown, then along the Spey Valley, visiting one of the many distilleries for which this area is famous (distillery visit included in the tour cost). Full Day Excursion to Arbroath and Glamis. We travel by the thriving port of Montrose to picturesque Arbroath renowned for its ‘smokies’, delicious smoked haddock and also for its smoked salmon. We continue to Glamis Castle, family seat of the Queen Mother and macabre setting for Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ (entrance included in the tour cost).

Speyside Distillery

Glen Clunie

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Half Day Excursion to Royal Deeside. We travel west to Balmoral Castle, pausing at Crathie Church (entrance to Balmoral is included in the tour cost when the castle is open which is April-July only).

Holiday Prices Holiday 502 - 7 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Saturday Apr 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £264 May 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 July 5, 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £334 Aug 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £334 Sept 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £324 Sept 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £66

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Seaside Wales

8 days from £299

Tenby

Fishguard

Tenby is a uniquely attractive resort. Its pastel coloured buildings, narrow streets, fortified walls and the quality of the light from its shimmering bays give it an atmosphere which is reminiscent of the Mediterranean. Its medieval castle was bombarded into submission by Cromwell using artillery on both land and sea and the feeling of a town whose history is much richer than most seaside resorts is very strong as one ambles around the narrow streets or stops for a drink in one of the many bars or cafés. The fifteenth century Tudor Merchants House gives an insight into life when it was a busy trading port. Tenby has four magnificent sandy beaches and a delightful harbour which is always busy with pleasure craft and the regular ferries which serve nearby Caldey Island monastery, a “must” to explore during your stay.

Giltar Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Tenby Excellently situated overlooking South Beach and Caldey Island and within easy walking distance of the town centre. The hotel has a cellar bar with dance floor and lively entertainment most evenings including bingo, dancing and sing-along. The TV lounge and restaurant have sea views and there is also a games room. Bedrooms have private bath or shower and WC, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. (Single rooms have shower cubicle and WC.) Lift serves most rooms. Tel: 01834 842507

Full Day Excursion to Fishguard and St. Davids. We make a visit to St.David’s, the smallest Cathedral town in Britain. We then continue to Llys-y-fran, a huge reservoir and country park with an interesting exhibition. Continuing on to the port of Fishguard, scene of the surrender of the last invaders of Britain - a French expeditionary force in 1797.

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions

Holiday Prices

Full Day Excursion to Pembroke and Haverfordwest. A visit to the busy county town of Pembrokshire, dominated by its Norman Castle. Then on to Pembroke, which has an even more spectacular castle, birthplace of Henry VII (entrance not included).

Holiday 380 - 8 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Saturday Apr 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £299 May 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 May 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £324 May 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 May 23, 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £349 June 6, 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £359 June 20, 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £362 July 4, 11,18, 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £362 Aug 1, 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £362 Aug 22, 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £352 Sept 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £348 Sept 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £334 Supplements per person Small Double as Single . . . . . . . . . . £44 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

Full Day Excursion to Laugharne and Carmarthen. Laugharne (pronounced Larne) is the former home of the poet Dylan Thomas, immortalised in his work “Under Milk Wood”, but it is interesting in itself as an ancient town with a Welsh castle and quaint winding streets.

Laugharne Castle

Tenby Harbour

Giltar Hotel

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Seaside Wales

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Llandudno

Snowdonia

8 days from £249

Llandudno

Hydro Hotel

Situated on its own peninsula between the Great Orme and Little Orme Heads, Llandudno boasts two superb beaches. The shingly North Shore (outside our hotel) is the busier of the two with its Victorian Pier, boat trips, donkey rides, Punch and Judy shows and much more. The sandy west shore is quieter with miles of sands and panoramic views of the Snowdonia mountain range in the distance. Llandudno is a highly attractive resort with its magnificent crescent of hotels, broad tree-lined streets and elegant shops all combining to produce a unique atmosphere. There are two golf courses. A tramway and cable car both offer a route to the summit of the Great Orme (which also boasts a superb dry ski slope - one of the best in Britain). There is plenty to do both by day and by night and you are sure never to have a dull moment at what many would claim to be the most complete of all British holiday resorts.

Hydro Hotel

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Hydro Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Llandudno Ideally placed on the sea front, close to the Aberconwy Centre and a short walk from Llandudno’s wonderful shops, the Pier and Happy Valley gardens. Ballroom, superb “Looking Glass” bar with views over the bay, sun lounges and games room with snooker. Lift serves most floors although all floors are split level and some stairs are unavoidable to most rooms. All 120 bedrooms are centrally heated and have tea/coffee making facilities, private bath or shower and WC, hair dryer and TV with radio channels. Many have views over the bay or else over the town to the Snowdonian mountains in the distance. Tel: 01492 870101

Full Day Excursion to Vale of Clwyd and Llangollen. A delightful journey via Bodelwyddan with its famous marble church and then through the Cambrian mountains to the ancient town of Llangollen on the River Dee, home to the International Eisteddfod. Returning via the Conway Valley.

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • 1 half day excursion

A Leisureplex Hotel

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Full Day Excursion to Caernarvon and Snowdonia. A magnificent journey today takes us along the shores of Conwy Bay to Caernarvon, with its magnificent castle beside the harbour. We then turn inland through to Porthmadog. We see more of Snowdonia on the return journey via Llanberis, at the foot of Snowdon.

Caernarvon Castle

Half Day Excursion to Betwys-y-Coed and Swallow Falls. A delightful journey up the Vale of Clwyd takes us to the town of Betws-y-Coed and the nearby beauty spot of Swallow Falls.

Holiday Prices Holiday 351 - 8 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Sunday Apr 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £249 May 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £272 May 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £284 May 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £294 May 24, 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £319 June 7, 14, 21, 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 July 5, 12, 19, 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Sept 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £319 Sept 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £309 Sept 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £299 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

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Seaside Wales George IV Hotel Reception

7 days from £284

Criccieth & Snowdonia

George IV Hotel Bar

Criccieth lies on the south side of the Llyn Peninsula with splendid views over Cardigan Bay. It is home to a medieval castle, built by the Welsh in the mid-thirteenth century but later taken by Edward I who incorporated it into his ring of castles designed to maintain Norman control. It was captured by Owain Glyndwr in the uprising of 1404 and the scorch marks from that battle can still be seen! The castle headland divides the town into two with a pebbly beach to the west and a lovely sheltered mainly sandy beach to the east. Nearby is the village of Llanystumdwy, which boasts a museum devoted to David Lloyd George, the “Welsh Wizard”, whose family once lived in Criccieth. The countryside around Criccieth is breathtaking with fabulous coastal views over Cardigan Bay, awesome mountain scenery in Snowdonia and delightful gardens and castles at every turn.

George IV Hotel

Excursions Included

What’s Included

Criccieth This latest addition to the Leisureplex group is situated on the High Street in the centre of Criccieth with magnificent views towards the sea and castle from many bedrooms. All 47 bedrooms are centrally heated and have bath or shower and WC (mostly bath and WC), hair dryer, TV, intercom and tea/coffee making facilities. Extensive public areas include a delightful cocktail bar, a large restaurant, entertainment room with additional bar and a cosy lounge. A small lift serves first and second floors but not the third floor. Tel: 01766 522168.

Full Day Excursion to Portmeirion Village. This unique village is set on its own peninsula on the southern shores of Snowdonia. Its dreamlike Italianate quality made it the setting for the famous TV series The Prisoner. There are lovely gardens and fascinating vistas at every turn (entrance included in tour cost).

• 6 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions • Entrance to Portmeirion • Railway trip

Full Day Excursion to Snowdon. The unique Snowdon Mountain Railway rises to within 66’ of the summit of Wales’s highest mountain and provides unforgettable views of some of the finest mountain scenery in the British Isles (fare included in tour cost - service stops part way in severe weather). Full Day Excursion to Dolgellau, Tywyn and Barmouth. A lovely journey to explore the northern part of mid Wales takes us south to Dolgellau and then on to the coast at Tywyn, home of the Tal-y-Llyn railway. We return via the coastal resort of Barmouth and past Harlech to Criccieth.

Holiday Prices

A Leisureplex Hotel

Holiday 367 - 7 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Saturday May 3, 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £284 May 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £304 June 14, 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £316 July 12, 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £316 Aug 9, 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £316 Sept 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £316 Sept 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £286 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £28

Portmeirion

Tal-y-llyn, Snowdonia

Snowdon

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Summer Breaks

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Christ Church, Oxford

The cradle of the Industrial Revolution and the rural idyll of “A Shropshire Lad”. See what made England great and why it can still be called “a green and pleasant land”!

Excursions Included

Cotswolds

Full Day Excursion to Leominster and Ludlow. Visit these two historic and thriving market towns with their excellent shopping, architectural beauty and rich history. Pass through outstanding natural scenery famously rendered by Housman in the lyrical verses of “A Shropshire Lad”.

5 days from £204

Heart of England Based in the centre of Coventry, next to its famous cathedral, this tour is packed full of interest with two fascinating excursions: to delightful Stratford, home of William Shakespeare, and the dreaming spires of Oxford.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Stratford on Avon. Although only a short distance from Coventry, we have allowed a full day to visit this well preserved Tudor town. Included in the tour cost is a visit to the World of Shakespeare exhibition, but there are many other places worthy of a visit and Stratford also boasts some excellent shopping.

Excursions Included

Himley Originally a nineteenth century schoolhouse, this peacefully located, friendly hotel makes an excellent base for exploring Shropshire and the West Midlands. Approximately half the 76 bedrooms are on the ground floor and all have bath or shower and WC, tea/coffee making facilities, satellite TV, telephone and trouser press. There is a bar, conservatory restaurant and the Schoolroom breakfast room. Tel: 01902 896716

Full Day Excursion to the Cotswolds travelling via the ancient towns of Tewkesbury and Evesham to Moreton in the Marsh, then through the heart of the Cotswolds along the Fosse Way. We continue through Stow on the Wold and Bourton in the Water and past Cirencester before descending to the plain of the River Severn and then on to Symonds Yat.

Holiday 5332 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 25 . . . . . . . . £214 July 13, 27 . . . . . £219 June 8, 15. . . . . . £219 Sept 14, 21 . . . . . £214 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £72

River Severn

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursion • Guided walking tour of Oxford • Entrance to World of Shakespeare Exhibition

Full Day Wye Valley Excursion. We pay a short visit to Ross-on-Wye and then travel up the valley for a look at the historic city of Hereford. We continue to Hay-on-Wye, a remote market town which hosts a world famous literary festival and has some remarkable bookshops!

Paddocks Hotel Symonds Yat Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty with meadows leading down to the banks of the River Wye. The comfortably furnished lounge and bar areas overlook the river and gorge with splendid views. All bedrooms have private bath or shower and WC, TV, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. Entertainment is provided on two evenings. No lift but there are entrances to both the ground and middle floors. Please note this hotel is not suitable for people with limited mobility. Tel: 01600 890246

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions

Holiday Prices

Ironbridge

Holiday 5322 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 6 . . . . . . . . . £204 July 20* . . . . . . . £219 May 20 . . . . . . . . £209 Aug 12 . . . . . . . . £219 June 1*. . . . . . . . £219 Aug 24* . . . . . . . £219 June 17. . . . . . . . £219 Sept 16 . . . . . . . . £219 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22 *Marked dates Depart Monday, Return Friday

Himley Country Hotel

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Coventry Situated in the heart of the city, next to the famous cathedral and very close to the shops, this large modern multi storey hotel has 211 comfortable bedrooms with bath or shower and WC, TV, telephone, hair dryer, trouser press and tea/coffee making facilities. There is an attractive restaurant and a large bar where snacks are also served. Lift. Tel: 0871 222 0895

Wye Valley & The Cotswolds This delightful tour is based in Symonds Yat arguably the loveliest location in Britain’s loveliest valley. The views over the bend in the River Wye from a towering rock where peregrine falcons breed is truly spectacular.

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Museum of the Gorge & Blists Hill Victorian Town

Britannia Hotel

5 days from £186

Full Day Excursion to Ironbridge Gorge and Bridgnorth. Ironbridge is both a beautiful valley and a huge collection of museums from which we have selected visits to the Museum of the Gorge and Blists Hill Victorian Town (entrance to both is included in the tour cost). We return via the fascinating town of Bridgnorth where we have a short stop. (We also recommend you revisit Bridgnorth on your free day using the delightful Severn Valley Steam Railway.)

What’s Included

Full Day Excursion to Cotswolds and Oxford. Our journey today takes us south west through the northern part of the Cotswolds before turning east to Oxford, site of England’s oldest university, the “City of Spires”. We have a guided walking tour of the city (included in the tour cost) and time to visit the many shops before returning to Coventry.

River Wye at Symonds Yat

England’s Heritage

Holiday 5337 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 25 . . . . . . . . £202 Aug 3 . . . . . . . . . £202 July 6, 13 . . . . . . £202 Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . £192 July 20 . . . . . . . . £202 Sept 14, 21 . . . . . £186 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

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Summer Breaks

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5 days from £219

Roman Baths, Bath

From our base in Weston-super-Mare, we visit two of Somerset’s most interesting reminders of the Golden Age of Steam, taking in fascinating Bristol Docks and the beautiful Somerset countryside along the way.

Weston-Super-Mare

Steamships & Steam Trains

Shaftesbury

Full Day Excursion to SS Great Britain and Bristol. In the morning we visit the stately grandeur of the only surviving 19th century ironhulled steam ship the SS Great Britain (entrance included in the tour cost), before exploring the fascinating docks and the rest of this ancient maritime city.

5 days from £219

Bath & Salisbury

Full Day Excursion to the West Somerset Railway and Minehead. We travel to Bishops Lydeard to catch our own slice of the Golden Age of Steam, chugging through miles of sylvan scenery and restored period stations to Minehead (train fare included in the tour cost) where we spend a relaxing afternoon exploring the beach and peaceful old town.

From our base in a delightful village setting on the outskirts of Bath, we explore two of England’s most fascinating cities. Along the way we see the lovely countryside of the Mendips and southern Cotswolds.

Anchor Head Hotel

Excursions Included

Full Day Excursion to Bath. We travel a short distance from our hotel to Bath, standing majestically on the banks of the River Avon and steeped in history. From the Roman Baths to the elegant Georgian terraces so well known to Jane Austen, it is an architectural wonderland. We have a guided sightseeing tour included in the tour cost. Full Day Excursion to Salisbury and Shaftesbury. Salisbury’s history dates back to the nearby Iron Age fort, but it is chiefly famous for having the tallest cathedral spire in England along with a superbly well preserved medieval town plan with many wooden buildings. Shaftesbury is a famously picturesque village.

Best Western Limpley Stoke Hotel

Bath

Excursions Included

5 days from £199

Weston-Super-Mare & Bath After a day taking in the glorious Regency architecture of Bath or the scenic splendour of the Mendips, there is nothing better than to relax with a drink at the Anchor Head and watch the sun go down over Weston Bay!

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Bath. Already a spa resort in Roman times, Bath became the height of fashion during the eighteenth century and has many fine Georgian buildings dating from that era. The Pump Room is well worth a visit and there are several museums, including the world’s largest costume museum. There is also a fine medieval abbey. Full Day Excursion to Cheddar Gorge and Wells. Through spectacular Cheddar Gorge, which has the highest inland cliffs in the country, to England's smallest city, Wells, to see its glorious cathedral.

A Leisureplex Hotel

What’s Included

near Bath This ivy-clad Georgian country house hotel is set in its own grounds. All 64 spacious en suite bedrooms have bath or shower and WC, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. A lift serves 2 of the 3 floors and one ground floor room is available. The Valley Restaurant serves fresh local produce and the lounge enjoys views over the tranquil valley. The Sportsman’s Bar offers light snacks throughout the day. Tel: 01225 723333

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • SS Great Britain visit • Steam train ride

Holiday Prices Holiday 5103 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 13 . . . . . . . . £219 Aug 5 . . . . . . . . . £224 June 24. . . . . . . . £219 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

Anchor Head Hotel Weston-Super-Mare See Steamships & Steam Trains holiday for description of Anchor Head Hotel.

What’s Included

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Guided tour of Bath

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions

Holiday Prices

Holiday 5342 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 25 . . . . . . . . £219 Aug 3 . . . . . . . . . £219 July 6 . . . . . . . . . £219 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £56

SS Great Britain

Holiday Prices

Holiday 5101 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 27 . . . . . . . . £202 Aug 19 . . . . . . . . £208 June 10. . . . . . . . £202 Sept 2 . . . . . . . . . £208 July 8, 22 . . . . . . £208 Sept 16 . . . . . . . . £199 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

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Summer Breaks

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Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Clovelly and Great Torrington. Today we visit Great Torrington, home of the famous glass works (factory visit included in the tour cost) before continuing to the spectacular village of Clovelly which tumbles down to the sea (entrance included in the tour cost).

5 days from £164

Ilfracombe & Exmoor

Full Day Excursion to Bude and Tintagel. We journey south along the beautiful north Cornwall coast, first to the small resort of Bude with its remarkable canal and spectacular beach, then to the legendary village of Tintagel, allegedly the birthplace of King Arthur.

The unspoilt landscape of Exmoor, the spectacular cliffs and lovely coves and the warm friendly welcome all combine to make North Devon one of England’s most treasured holiday destinations.

Tantons Hotel

Excursions Included

Bideford Situated in the heart of historic Bideford, opposite the ancient bridge which crosses the River Torridge, Tantons Hotel has been recently refurbished. Built in the eighteenth century, the hotel has a relaxed country house feeling and is enhanced by the wood beams and original architecture. Bedrooms have bath or shower and WC, TV, telephone, radio/alarm, hair dryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The Lounge bar is the ideal place to relax after sightseeing with a coffee and scone. Entertainment is provided at least once per week. Lift serves all floors. Tel: 01237 473317

Full Day Excursion to Bideford and Great Torrington. A visit to the ancient port of Bideford and then on to the market town of Great Torrington, famous for its Dartington Glass. (A factory visit is included in the tour cost). Full Day Excursion to Dunster and Minehead. We travel along the north coast of Devon to picturesque Dunster, a fascinating historic village with a Norman castle steeped in history. Returning via Minehead, a well known holiday resort with a wealth of attractions.

Imperial Hotel

What’s Included

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Dartington Crystal • Entrance to Clovelly

Holiday Prices

Tantons Hotel

Holiday 5122 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 25 . . . . . . . . £184 Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . £194 June 29. . . . . . . . £194 Sept 21 . . . . . . . . £184 Aug 10 . . . . . . . . £194 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

A Leisureplex Hotel

5 days from £199

Cornish Gardens The remarkable gardens of Cornwall are amongst the finest in Britain. The Lost Gardens of Heligan is perhaps the most famous garden restoration in Europe and the Eden Project is simply one of the wonders of the world!

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Mevagissey and Heligan. Mevagissey is still a working fishing port with a lively harbour and many interesting pubs. A short journey takes us on to the Lost Gardens of Heligan. This is the site of the largest garden restoration in Europe (entrance included in the tour cost). Full Day Excursion to the Eden Project. The Eden Project is worth visiting for its architecture alone. But of course the plants are the real stars and its collection of tropical and warm temperate plants will fascinate even the non-gardener - and delight and amaze those with a passion for gardening. An amazing experience! (Entrance included in the tour cost.)

Eliot Hotel Newquay Very well situated close to Great Western and Tolcarne beaches only a few yards from the sea front and within easy walking distance of the shops and harbour. All 76 bedrooms are centrally heated with bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, radio, tea/coffee making facilities and TV. There are three lovely airy lounges in which to relax, plus a cocktail bar and dance floor where entertainment is provided most evenings. There is also a games room, outdoor swimming pool (heated May – September) and sauna (available at extra charge). The lift serves almost all rooms. Tel: 01637 878177 A Leisureplex Hotel

What’s Included

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Dartington Crystal

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Heligan and to Eden Project

Holiday Prices

Clovelly Harbour

Holiday 5111 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 6 . . . . . . . . . £164 Aug 12 . . . . . . . . £199 May 20 . . . . . . . . £174 Aug 26 . . . . . . . . £192 June 3, 17. . . . . . £196 Sept 9 . . . . . . . . . £192 July 1 . . . . . . . . . £196 Sept 16 . . . . . . . . £179 July 15, 29 . . . . . £199 Sept 23 . . . . . . . . £169 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

Eden Project

Ilfracombe

Bideford’s historic quayside was once amongst the busiest in England. Today it is a relaxing town, with many reminders of its maritime heritage. Clovelly and Tintagel are two of the most intriguing villages in the south west.

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Bideford & Clovelly

Holiday 5131 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 6 . . . . . . . . . £199 July 1, 15, 29 . . . £229 May 20 . . . . . . . . £209 Aug 12, 26 . . . . . £229 June 3. . . . . . . . . £219 Sept 9 . . . . . . . . . £224 June 17. . . . . . . . £229 Sept 23 . . . . . . . . £209 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

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Polperro

This tour offers a chance to compare the elegant resorts of South Devon with the picturesque villages of South Cornwall from our base in the South West’s largest resort, Torquay.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Looe and Polperro. We travel over the River Tamar into Cornwall and visit these picture perfect Cornish villages with their intricate maze of narrow little streets lined with charming Cornish cottages.

5 days from £189

Maritime Cornwall

Full Day Excursion to Sidmouth and Exmouth. Unlike their Cornish cousins, these South Devon towns have been seaside resorts for two centuries and their elegant Georgian villas provide quite a contrast to the fisherman’s cottages in Cornwall.

Plymouth lies on the Devon side of the River Tamar, but as maritime capital of the south west it provides an ideal base for this atmospheric tour of smugglers harbours and maritime history. We visit picture postcard fishing villages of Polperro and Mevagissey, and Falmouth’s historic harbour with its new attraction, the National Maritime Museum Cornwall.

Rainbow International Hotel Torquay In a central location close to the beach and promenade gardens. There is an unheated outdoor swimming pool (open in the summer) and an indoor heated pool with steam room. Entertainment is provided 6 nights per week in the first floor cabaret Rainbow Club lounge and there is also a smaller bar downstairs. Dining is buffet-style self service in a spacious restaurant which offers a choice of menu. All 132 rooms have a private bathroom with shower and WC, central heating, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift in the main building only and this hotel is unsuitable for anyone with mobility problems as most bedrooms are accessed via stairs. Tel. 01803 213232

Excursions Included Full day Excursion to Polperro & Mevagissey. Polperro is an enchanting jumble of fisherman’s cottages with traffic-free streets, where contraband brandy and tobacco were once carted. You’ll find the whole history within the Polperro Heritage Museum (entrance not included). In contrast Mevagissey is still a working fishing village. There are many white and colour washed cottages perched on the hills overlooking the pretty harbour.

Torquay Inner Harbour

Devon & Cornwall

5 days from £194

Torquay & Exeter Torquay is the liveliest resort in the south west and immediately outside our hotel is its recently redeveloped harbour which has made it more attractive than ever!

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Dartmouth. A picturesque river town near the estuary of the Dart, home of the Royal Naval College. Passengers may choose to take a sail on the river upstream towards Totnes (cost not included in tour price). We then return to Torquay via Paignton Full Day Excursion to Exeter. We travel through the attractive seaside towns of Teignmouth and Dawlish, then along the estuary of the River Exe to Exeter. Exeter is full of history - visit the famous Cathedral or the nearby Ship Inn which Sir Francis Drake used to frequent.

What’s Included

Full day Excursion to Falmouth. The busy harbour of Falmouth has been transformed in recent years with the development of the new marina complex, which is now home to the National Maritime Museum Cornwall with many fascinating displays illustrating our naval and maritime tradition (entrance included).

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions

Holiday Prices Holiday 5152 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 18 . . . . . . . . £184 July 13 . . . . . . . . £209 June 1, 8. . . . . . . £184 Aug 10 . . . . . . . . £209 June 15, 22, 29. . £189 Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . £194 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

Royal Fleet Club Hotel Plymouth Founded in 1853 as the “Devonport Sailors Home”, the Royal Fleet Club became a charitable home for Royal Navy sailors. It has operated as a hotel since 2002 and is 2 miles from Plymouth’s centre. The 50 bedrooms have bath or shower and WC, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a bar lounge and separate quieter lounge, ballroom with entertainment 3 or 4 nights per week, including a regular ballroom dancing evening. A lift serves most bedrooms. Tel: 01752 562723

Regina Hotel Torquay Wonderfully situated on the harbour-side, with the main shops and theatre a gentle stroll away. All 69 bedrooms are centrally heated with private bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, tea/coffee making amenities and TV with radio channels. The ground floor was extensively refurbished in 2008 and there is a reception bar/lounge, entertainment bar/lounge with dance floor and an air conditioned restaurant. Part of the Regina is interesting as the home for three years of the poet, Elizabeth Barrett Browning. Lift serves most rooms (but not those in her former house). Tel: 01803 292904 A Leisureplex Hotel

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to National Maritime Museum

What’s Included

Holiday Prices

Holiday 5147 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday June 15. . . . . . . . £199 Aug 24 . . . . . . . . £199 July 6 . . . . . . . . . £199 Sept 14 . . . . . . . . £199 July 20 . . . . . . . . £199 Sept 21 . . . . . . . . £189 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

Holiday 5151 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 20 . . . . . . . . £194 Aug 12 . . . . . . . . £209 June 17. . . . . . . . £204 Aug 26 . . . . . . . . £204 July 15 . . . . . . . . £209 Sept 9 . . . . . . . . . £204 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

Looe

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions

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Devon Rivers & Railways

Full Day Excursion to the South Devon Railway, Totnes and Dartmouth. We spend a morning at the fascinating working Buckfast Abbey, a fine reconstruction built by just six monks! The picturesque South Devon Railway conveys us with style to the Tudor town of Totnes where we catch a cruise down the River Dart to Dartmouth. (Rail and boat fares included in the tour cost.)

5 days from £184

Devon Explorer This holiday takes us to some of the less well known and loveliest parts of South Devon from our base in Torquay.

Full Day Excursion to Topsham and Exmouth. We potter around the pretty pink and white cottages of Topsham before taking a cruise down the River Exe estuary (included in the tour cost) to Exmouth where we have time to shop. We return via the opposite bank of the Exe estuary, passing through Teignmouth and Dawlish.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to South Hams and Salcombe. From coastal plateaux through narrow valleys along the fringes of Dartmoor to beautiful beaches, the South Hams has many lovely landscapes. Salcombe is its principal resort and a famous sailing centre.

Full Day Excursion to Teignmouth and Dawlish. Teignmouth lies at the mouth of the River Teign and has been a holiday resort since the 1840s. It is notable as the last place in England to be invaded, by a French force in 1690. Dawlish is famous for its black swans which can be seen in Dawlish Brook which runs through a delightful park in the middle of the town.

Devonshire Hotel Torquay Situated in the quiet residential headland area of Daddyhole, above Torquay’s busy centre. There is a regular bus service to the harbour. The Devonshire stands in spacious lawned gardens with sun patio and heated outdoor swimming pool (open May to September). Inside there are two lounge areas, a well stocked licensed bar and a separate games room. The large restaurant offers an excellent choice of menu and fine wines. In the evening the restaurant with its own dancefloor becomes the venue for some of the best live entertainment in Torquay. All 72 bedrooms have bath or shower and WC, central heating, TV, telephone and tea/coffee making facilties. A lift serves all floors. Tel. 01803 291123

A Leisureplex Hotel

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • 2 boat cruises • Train ride

Holiday Prices Holiday 5153 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 6 . . . . . . . . . £199 July 1 . . . . . . . . . £219 June 3. . . . . . . . . £214 July 29 . . . . . . . . £219 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

Exmouth Exmouth offers immaculate sands, lovely gardens, a busy marina and a wide range of sports facilities that combine to make it an excellent resort for all ages and interests.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Seaton and Sidmouth. Sidmouth is a famously select resort which was regularly visited by Princess Victoria before she became Queen. Huge cliffs rise on either side of the town’s Regency architecture. Seaton is a charming resort with a delightful tramway. Full Day Excursion to Teignmouth and Exeter. We travel around the estuary of the River Exe, visiting Dawlish and the delightful small resort of Teignmouth before turning back to Exeter, the ancient county town of Devon with its innumerable shops and many interesting historical sights including a splendid cathedral.

Cavendish Hotel Exmouth This delightful hotel is wonderfully situated on the level seafront overlooking Exmouth’s fine golden sands, a few minutes’ walk from the shops. All 76 rooms are centrally heated with private bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, tea/coffee making facilities and TV. There is a TV lounge, quiet lounge with sea views and games room with snooker and darts. The bar lounge has a dance floor and entertainment most evenings. Lift serves most rooms. Tel: 01395 272528

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions pic Tim Grevatt

Holiday Prices

South Devon Railway

Holiday 5154 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 13 . . . . . . . . £184 Aug 5 . . . . . . . . . £199 June 10. . . . . . . . £199 Sept 2 . . . . . . . . . £199 July 8 . . . . . . . . . £199 Sept 30 . . . . . . . . £199 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

5 days from £189

A Leisureplex Hotel

What’s Included Holiday Prices

Cavendish Hotel

Excursions Included

Exmouth

Torquay Harbour

Based in Torquay, this action packed holiday explores two of Devon’s best loved rivers with two boat trips and a train excursion included in the holiday cost!

Holiday 5156 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 13 . . . . . . . . £189 July 8, 22 . . . . . . £214 May 27 . . . . . . . . £199 Aug 5, 19 . . . . . . £214 June 10. . . . . . . . £204 Sept 2 . . . . . . . . . £209 June 24. . . . . . . . £214 Sept 16 . . . . . . . . £199 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

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Lyme Regis

Weymouth has a fabulous beach and a fascinating harbour as well as some narrow shopping streets, the remains of a Tudor castle, a lovely nature reserve and plenty to entertain both by day and by night.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Poole and Bournemouth. Travelling eastwards to the Georgian port of Poole, now a leading yacht harbour. Then on to Dorset’s largest resort, Bournemouth.

5 days from £189

Delightful Dorset

Full Day Excursion to Bridport, Abbotsbury and Dorchester. We first travel to Dorchester, the county town of Dorset, then to the ancient town of Bridport and the village of Abbotsbury on The Fleet, the lagoon behind the amazing Chesil Beach.

The town of Sherborne dates from early Saxon times - it is said that King Alfred was schooled in the Abbey. Sir Walter Raleigh once owned the castle and built his splendid house in its grounds. John Constable, the painter, described the parish church as “finer than Salisbury cathedral”.

Russell Hotel Weymouth Ideally situated on the sea front with commanding views of Weymouth Bay from many of the 90 bedrooms. Most are small but comfortable and all have private bath or shower and WC, TV, central heating and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a restaurant and bar lounge with dance floor and cabaret entertainment 7 nights a week, together with bingo and quizzes. Guests may also enjoy the facilities of the Prince Regent Hotel (next door and under common ownership). A Lift serves most floors. Tel: 01305 786059

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Lyme Regis and Bridport. Lyme Regis clings spectacularly to the hillside and boasts a remarkable Cobb or jetty protecting its harbour. Bridport is a fascinating ancient market town. Full Day Excursion to Blandford Forum and Poole. Blandford Forum was rebuilt in the 18th century following two devastating fires and is now one of the best preserved Georgian towns in England. Poole’s huge natural harbour is also a major bird sanctuary.

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions

Holiday Prices Holiday 5165 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday Mar 9 . . . . . . . . . £149 June 22, 29. . . . . £216 Mar 23 . . . . . . . . £154 July 6, 13, 20 . . . £216 Apr 27. . . . . . . . . £169 Aug 3, 10, 24 . . . £216 May 11, 18 . . . . . £206 Nov 23 . . . . . . . . £174 June 8, 15. . . . . . £216 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £40 Russell Hotel

Sherborne Hotel Sherborne This modern hotel stands in 8 acres of grounds on the edge of Sherborne. There is a croquet lawn, TV lounge and the bar is the perfect place to relax before enjoying dinner in the Castles Restaurant. All 59 bedrooms have bath or shower and WC, TV, telephone, hair dryer and tea/coffee making facilities. No lift but bedrooms are situated on the ground and first floors only. There are steps to the front door and bedrooms but a ramp is available. Tel: 01935 813191

5 days from £179

Bournemouth Bournemouth is not just a seaside resort but a “city by the sea” with a huge range of shops, entertainments and amenities. It has a real international flavour and some of the finest parks and gardens in the country.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Weymouth and Portland. We travel to Weymouth to spend the day in this delightful Dorset resort. Weymouth boasts splendid beaches, a busy harbour and many narrow shopping streets as well as a Tudor fort and a nature reserve. The view of Chesil Beach from Portland is quite remarkable. Full Day Excursion to Stonehenge and Salisbury. You will have the opportunity to see the ancient historic site at Stonehenge with its double circle of blue-stones erected more than 1000 BC (entrance included in the tour cost). We then travel across Salisbury Plain to visit Salisbury, a city steeped in history with its famous Cathedral and tranquil Cathedral Close.

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Stonehenge

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions

Holiday Prices

Weymouth

Holiday Prices Holiday 5163 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday Apr 27. . . . . . . . . £189 Aug 31 . . . . . . . . £214 June 1. . . . . . . . . £209 Sept 14 . . . . . . . . £209 July 13 . . . . . . . . £214 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

Bournemouth

Weymouth

Holiday 5171 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 6 . . . . . . . . . £179 July 1, 15 . . . . . . £204 May 20 . . . . . . . . £184 July 29 . . . . . . . . £204 June 3. . . . . . . . . £199 Aug 12, 26 . . . . . £204 June 17. . . . . . . . £204 Sept 9 . . . . . . . . . £199 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

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See why Osborne House was Queen Victoria’s favourite retreat and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the south and west of the island.

Excursions Included

Shanklin Old Village

Bournemouth Lower Gardens

Isle of Wight, Sandown

Full Day Excursion Alum Bay, Newport and Godshill. We travel along the whole south coast of the island to its westernmost point at spectacular Alum Bay, home of the magnificent chalk Needles, the remains of a ridge which once joined the Isle of Wight to the mainland. We return via the island’s capital, Newport and the picturesque village of Godshill.

5 days from £189

Bournemouth & New Forest Bournemouth offers miles of golden sands, beautifully manicured parks and gardens and superb shops and entertainment. This fascinating holiday offers a rich blend of excursions incorporating rolling countryside, historic towns and the delightful New Forest.

Excursions Included

Bayshore Hotel

Full Day Excursion to Lyndhurst and Beaulieu. A day in the New Forest, an area of beautiful unspoilt countryside, much of it woodland, with its famous wild ponies. Beaulieu is a fantastic day out for everyone, with Palace House, Abbey, National Motor Museum and Gardens which stretch down to the river’s edge (admission included in the tour cost). Full Day Excursion to Salisbury and Shaftesbury. Salisbury’s history dates back to the nearby Iron Age fort, but it is chiefly famous for having the tallest cathedral spire in England along with a superbly well preserved medieval town plan with many wooden buildings. Shaftesbury is a famously picturesque village.

A Leisureplex Hotel

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Osborne House

Mayfair Hotel

Holiday Prices

Bournemouth Close to the East Cliff promenade and a pleasant stroll downhill to the pier and Bournemouth’s town centre with its excellent shops and bars. The Mayfair Hotel is a private family owned hotel with a well earned reputation for providing friendly service. The front facing lounges and bar provide a relaxing atmosphere whilst the restaurant has lovely garden views and offers good food waiter served from a choice of menu. Entertainment is provided on 3 nights in a separate suite near to the bar. All 40 bedrooms have bath and shower, TV, hairdryer, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift but there are some steps between floors. Tel. 01202 551983

Bayshore Hotel

Holiday 5196 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 13 . . . . . . . . £204 July 22 . . . . . . . . £224 May 27 . . . . . . . . £214 Aug 5, 19 . . . . . . £224 June 10, 24. . . . . £219 Sept 2 . . . . . . . . . £219 July 8 . . . . . . . . . £224 Sept 16 . . . . . . . . £209 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

5 days from £159

Isle of Wight, Shanklin Picturesque Shanklin Old Village is an excellent base to explore the island and this short break is certain to prove popular!

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Ryde and Cowes. Visits to the two principal towns in the north east of the island. Ryde has the oldest pleasure pier in Britain, built during the Napoleonic wars. Cowes is famous throughout the world as a yachting centre. Full day Excursion to Alum Bay and Godshill. We travel round the southern tip of the island at Blackgang on our way to Alum Bay, famous for its coloured sands. Returning via Newport and the picturesque village of Godshill.

Marlborough Hotel Shanklin This cosy hotel is located in the heart of Shanklin with the shops, lift to the beach and the famous Shanklin Chine only ten minutes’ walk away. The bar and restaurant serve a home made meals and snacks throughout the day and regular live entertainment is held in the evenings. Bedrooms have bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, alarm clock/radio, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. No lift, however ground floor rooms and a chair lift to the first floor are available. Tel: 01983 862588

What’s Included

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Beaulieu

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions

Holiday Prices

Holiday 5172 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 4 . . . . . . . . . £189 July 6, 13, 20 . . . £209 May 11 . . . . . . . . £199 Aug 3, 10, 24, 31 £209 May 25 . . . . . . . . £204 Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . £209 June 8. . . . . . . . . £204 Sept 21 . . . . . . . . £199 June 15, 22. . . . . £209 Sept 28 . . . . . . . . £194 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

Holiday 5202 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday Apr 13. . . . . . . . . £159 Aug 3 . . . . . . . . . £199 June 8. . . . . . . . . £199 Nov 9* . . . . . . . . £164 July 20 . . . . . . . . £199 Nov 30* . . . . . . . £164 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £49 *November departures are “Turkey & Tinsel” holidays with a Christmas theme.

Sandown

What’s Included

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Isle of Wight, Shanklin

Full Day Excursion to Ryde and Cowes. Visits to the two principal towns in the north east of the island. Ryde has the oldest pleasure pier in Britain, built during the Napoleonic wars. Cowes is famous throughout the world as a yachting centre.

5 days from £216

Isle of Wight, Shanklin

Full Day Excursion to Mottistone Manor Gardens and Alum Bay. Mottistone offers a picturesque garden alongside an Elizabethan manor house (entrance included in the tour cost). Alum Bay is famous for its coloured sands and views of The Needles.

Visit Britain’s best loved holiday island with its beautiful rolling countryside and chalk cliffs and see why so many return to the gentle scenery and relaxing way of life which are its hallmarks.

Daish’s Hotel Shanklin Originally an 18th Century coaching inn and developed into an elegant Victorian hotel in the picturesque “Old Village” with its thatched cottages and famous Chine Walk. The cliff tops and shops are a short stroll away and there is a regular “little holiday train” service to the beach. Daish’s hotel has a coffee shop, heated indoor pool, a residents lounge and two bars. In the Tally Ho bar there is live entertainment every night. The restaurant provides friendly service with traditional home cooked fare. All 61 bedrooms are comfortable and have bath and/or shower, clock radio, colour TV and tea/coffee making facilities. A lift serves most floors with some steps between levels. Tel: 01983 862274

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Rosemary Vineyard, Ryde and Cowes. We travel along the eastern coast and have a fascinating vineyard visit (included in the tour cost) before continuing to Ryde which offers many shops and a magnificent pier with outstanding views across the busy Solent. We also visit Britain’s yachting capital, Cowes. Full Day Excursion to Carisbrooke Castle & Newport. We travel along the southern edge of the island before turning inland to Carisbroke Castle (entrance included in the tour cost). Here, Charles 1 was imprisoned and it is also famous for its Donkey Centre. We continue to Newport capital of the island. Returning via the picturesque village of Godshill.

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Mottistone Manor

Melbourne-Ardenlea Hotel Shanklin This hotel is ideally situated a few minutes’ walk from the beach and historic Shanklin Old Village. There is an indoor pool, sauna and spa bath. The dining room offers a varied menu with home-cooked dishes and entertainment is provided most evenings in the lounge adjoining the bar. All 54 bedrooms have private bath or shower and WC, TV, radio, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. Some ground floor rooms are available and a lift serves most other rooms. Tel: 01983 862283

Holiday Prices

Daish’s Hotel

Holiday 5204 - 5 days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday Apr 22. . . . . . . . . £164 Aug 12 . . . . . . . . £219 May 20 . . . . . . . . £199 Sept 9 . . . . . . . . . £209 June 17. . . . . . . . £209 Oct 7. . . . . . . . . . £184 July 15 . . . . . . . . £219 .................. Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

Royal Albion Hotel

Godshill

Excursions Included

Brighton Pier

With excursions to the north and west of the island, this new holiday provides an excellent introduction to the beautiful Isle of Wight.

5 days from £224

Brighton Made famous by the Prince Regent who built the remarkable Pavilion, Brighton is a real city by the sea with an abundance of shops, including the unique “Lanes”, and a wealth of other activities.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Portsmouth. A trip westwards along the coast to the historic naval town with its fascinating harbour which plays host to the remains of Henry VIII’s Mary Rose and Nelson’s flagship, Victory (entrance to HMS Victory included in the tour cost). Full Day Excursion to the Bluebell Railway and Sheffield Park Gardens. We revisit the Halcyon days of steam to travel on the Bluebell Railway through the gentle Sussex Weald before exploring the extensive splendour of Sheffield Park Gardens, a magnificent landscape garden surrounding four lakes, laid out in the 18th century by ‘Capability’ Brown. (Rail fare and admission to gardens is included in the tour cost.)

Royal Albion Hotel Brighton Superbly situated on the seafront opposite Brighton Pier between the Conference Centre and the Marina and a few minutes’ walk from the famous Royal Pavilion and the Lanes The attractively decorated Regency bar lounge and sun lounge are pleasant places to relax after a meal in Jenny’s buffet-style restaurant. Bedrooms are comfortably furnished with private bath or shower and WC, telephone, TV, radio, hair dryer, trouser press, tea/coffee making facilities. Lift serves all floors. Tel: 01273 329202

What’s Included

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to HMS Victory • Bluebell Railway Trip • Entrance to Sheffield Park Gardens

Holiday Prices

Holiday 5203 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 18 . . . . . . . . £216 July 6 . . . . . . . . . £236 June 15. . . . . . . . £226 Sept 14 . . . . . . . . £228 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

Holiday 5212 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 25 . . . . . . . . £229 Aug 10, 24 . . . . . £229 July 6, 20 . . . . . . £229 Aug 31 . . . . . . . . £224 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £54

Mottistone Manor

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Carisbrooke Castle • Vineyard Visit

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Sussex & Kent

Eastbourne Pier

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Leeds Castle. We visit what Lord Conway described as ‘The Loveliest Castle in the World’, a romantic and deeply historical wonderland which is listed in the Domesday Book. It has been a Norman stronghold, a royal residence for six of England’s medieval queens and a palace of Henry VIII (entrance included in the tour cost).

5 days from £204

Eastbourne & Brighton

Full Day Excursion to the Bluebell Railway and Sheffield Park Gardens. We go back in time to travel on the fine steam Bluebell Railway through the gentle Sussex Weald before exploring the extensive splendour of Sheffield Park Gardens, a magnificent landscape garden laid out in the 18th century by ‘Capability’ Brown with four lakes at its centre. (Rail fare and admission to gardens included in the tour cost.)

Eastbourne’s spacious promenade and world famous Carpet Gardens are amongst the most enduring and popular images of seaside Britain. With first class shops, museums and innumerable activities, there is never a dull moment!

Queens Hotel Eastbourne See Eastbourne & Brighton holiday (adjacent) for description of Queens Hotel.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Battle and Rye. A fascinating visit to the attractive village of Battle, site of the 1066 engagement, and nearby Rye, a fortified medieval town and home for many years of the novelist Henry James.

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Leeds Castle • Bluebell Railway Trip • Entrance to Sheffield Park Gardens

Full Day Excursion to Brighton, famous for its graceful Regency buildings, the exotic iron-domed Pavilion built by the Prince Regent, its two piers and the enticing series of byways, known as The Lanes, with their many small shops. We return via Lewes.

Holiday Prices

5 days from £209

Sussex Gardens Sussex is renowned for the variety of its gardens. All styles and moods are represented from the richly panoramic to the delicate and intimate. Our holiday includes two contrasting but equally fascinating gardens.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Lewes, Leonardslee and Horsham. Believed by many to be the largest and most spectacular woodland garden in England, Leonardslee has idyllic wild flower walks and magnificent azaleas and rhododendrons. (Entrance included in the tour cost.) Full day Excursion to Battle and Pashley Manor. We travel via the Battle, site of the Battle of Hastings, to Pashley Manor, a gem of an English Garden, surrounding a private Tudor house. This is a uniquely individual garden with fine old trees, fountains, springs, large ponds and outstanding views. (Entrance included in the tour cost.)

Holiday 5217 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 27 . . . . . . . . £224 July 22 . . . . . . . . £234 June 24. . . . . . . . £234 Sept 23 . . . . . . . . £224 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

Queens Hotel

Leeds Castle

Queens Hotel Eastbourne See Eastbourne & Brighton holiday (adjacent) for description of Queens Hotel.

A Leisureplex Hotel

What’s Included

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Leonardslee • Entrance to Pashley Manor

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions

Holiday Prices

Sheffield Park

Holiday 5216 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 20 . . . . . . . . £204 Aug 5, 12, 26 . . . £219 June 17. . . . . . . . £214 Sept 2 . . . . . . . . . £219 July 1, 29 . . . . . . £219 Sept 9 . . . . . . . . . £209 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

Leonardslee Gardens

Eastbourne is our base for two magnificent excursions with entrance included in the holiday cost.

Holiday 5218 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 13 . . . . . . . . £209 Aug 19 . . . . . . . . £219 June 10. . . . . . . . £219 Sept 16 . . . . . . . . £214 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

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Folkestone & Kent

Hever Castle

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Dover, Deal and Sandwich. Including a visit to Dover Museum which offers a fascinating exhibition showing the history of this famous port (entrance included in the tour cost). Full Day Excursion to Leeds Castle. Probably the most romantically situated castle in England in a splendid setting on two islands. It has a maze, aviary, delightful cottage garden and many artistic treasures (entrance included in the tour cost). Please note: Optional day excursions to France can sometimes be arranged whilst in Folkestone but these are operated by local coach companies and are not available on all dates. If you wish to make the journey, please check with the local Tourist Information Office or book one of our Folkestone holidays which includes the trip. Please ensure you have your passport available if you wish to make the journey.

5 days from £199

Kent Gardens Take two castles - one superbly preserved and the other in a romantic state of decline and two contrasting gardens and you have the makings of a splendid introduction to the rich variety of gardens in Kent.

Excursions Included Full day Excursion to Hever Castle Garden. Immaculate Hever Castle was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn and later given to Anne of Cleves. Its current gardens were reconstructed by Lord Astor in the Edwardian period but are being constantly improved and provide an excellent show of colour throughout the summer. (Garden entrance included in holiday cost.)

The delightful gardens on The Leas are connected by a lift with the atmospheric port below, contributing to a rich mixture which makes Folkestone such a delight. With an included trip across the Channel this holiday is an ideal break!

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Canterbury. Canterbury is one of the great sightseeing destinations in Britain, with its magnificent cathedral, the home of English Christianity.

Holiday Prices Holiday 5234 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 11 . . . . . . . . £179 Aug 24 . . . . . . . . £194 May 25 . . . . . . . . £194 Sept 23* . . . . . . . £169 July 20 . . . . . . . . £199 Oct 7*. . . . . . . . . £166 Aug 3 . . . . . . . . . £199 Oct 21*. . . . . . . . £166 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22 *Marked dates Depart Wednesday, Return Sunday

Eastbourne See Eastbourne & Brighton holiday (opposite) for description of Queens Hotel.

Folkestone & France

Folkestone Located in a superb position on the Leas, overlooking the English Channel with sea views from most bedrooms. This family run hotel is ideally situated for the town centre and all the principal entertainments of the resort. All bedrooms have private bath or shower and WC, TV, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a quiet lounge, a bar lounge serving lunchtime snacks and an entertainments room with entertainment a minimum of 3 nights per week in season. Lift serves all floors. Tel: 01303 252102

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Dover Museum • Entrance to Leeds Castle

Queens Hotel

5 days from £174

Salisbury Hotel

What’s Included

Full Day Excursion to Hastings and Sissinghurst Castle Garden. The former home of the writer Vita Sackville-West, Sissinghurst has several gardens which are best seen at different times. The famous Rose Garden peaks in June, but other gardens have a much longer season. (Entrance included in holiday cost.)

Canterbury Cathedral

Folkestone is an excellent base to explore Kent and we include a visit to breathtaking Leeds Castle in an itinerary packed with interest.

Full Day Excursion to Calais. We travel by ferry from Dover giving us a chance to see the famous White Cliffs as we visit the historic port and NW, seaside resort of Calais, for centuries a source of conflict between Britain and France. All passengers must be in possession of a full passport. Non-EEC citizens may also require a visa and should check with their travel agent before making a booking.

Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone This large modern hotel is situated on the harbour side near to the beach and boasts an indoor swimming pool, sauna and gymnasium (extra charges apply). Access to the town is via a cliffside lift. It is renowned for its excellent nightly entertainment programme, with fully costumed cabaret shows. All bedrooms have private bath and WC, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The lifts serve all floors. Tel: 01303 257455

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Day trip to France

What’s Included

Holiday Prices

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Hever Castle Garden • Entrance to Sissinghurst Castle Garden

Holiday 5233 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 25 . . . . . . . . £194 Aug 24 . . . . . . . . £199 June 15. . . . . . . . £194 Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . £199 June 29. . . . . . . . £199 Sept 21 . . . . . . . . £194 July 13, 27 . . . . . £199 Nov* 2, 16, 30 . . £174 Aug 10 . . . . . . . . £199 Dec* 7 . . . . . . . . £174 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15 *November & December departures are “Turkey & Tinsel” holidays with a Christmas theme

Holiday 5215 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 6 . . . . . . . . . £199 July 15 . . . . . . . . £219 June 3. . . . . . . . . £219 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

The Leas, Folkestone

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London & Windsor

Palm House, Kew

Excursions Included

Wakehurst Place

Full Day Excursion to London and Greenwich. We have a morning guided sightseeing tour included in the tour cost to take in the principal sights of London and perhaps select a place to visit at length on the free day. We then continue to Greenwich, for centuries the home of the Royal Observatory and notable for the Cutty Sark and Millennium Dome. Full Day Excursion to Windsor. We travel Windsor where you can stroll by the river, or perhaps take a boat trip. Others will want to have a look around the town or castle.

5 days only £212

Great English Gardens

Britannia Hotel Hampstead This modern hotel is situated within walking distance of the famous designer shops and continental cafe bars and restaurants of Hampstead Village, St John’s High Street, Primrose Hill and Belsize Park. Swiss Cottage, Regent’s Park, Primrose Hill Park, London Zoo and Lord’s Cricket Ground are all within easy reach and Oxford St and Bond St are only 3 stops away on the Jubilee Line. There are 102 bedrooms, a bar, restaurant and outside terrace. Lift serves all floors. Tel: 0207 586 2233

A real treat for the garden lover: three of England’s greatest gardens from a hotel on the North Downs - in one affordable package!

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Wisley. RHS Wisley is a truly world class garden with something to see whatever the season including model gardens, extensive fruit fields, summer mixed borders, alpine meadows and much more. There is also a restaurant and shop (entrance included in the tour cost).

What’s Included • 4 nights’ room and English breakfast in Hampstead (dinner is not included) • 2 full day excursions • London guided tour

Full Day Excursion to Wakehurst Place. Set around a striking Elizabethan mansion built in 1590, this RHS managed property has woodlands of native and exotic trees, extensive water gardens and cottage style planting. Seed Bank (entrance included in the tour cost).

Holiday Prices Holiday 5247 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday Feb 9. . . . . . . . . . £174 Aug 3, 10, 31 . . . £194 May 25 . . . . . . . . £194 Sept 14 . . . . . . . . £194 June 15, 22. . . . . £194 Oct 21*. . . . . . . . £194 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £68 *Oct 21 Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday

Full Day Excursion to Kew. Probably the world’s best known botanical garden, first laid out by Princess Augusta, the mother of George III and offering more than 100,000 species with many interesting buildings and pleasant walks (entrance included in the tour cost).

Europa Hotel

Britannia Hotel

Gatwick Situated in the heart of the Sussex countryside off the main arterial road near Crawley, the Europa Hotel has a Spanish style decor and provides a first floor restaurant, comfortable lounge bar and health and leisure facilities (an extra charge applies for leisure facilities). All 211 rooms are well appointed with private bath, shower and WC, telephone, trouser press, hair dryer, TV, radio and tea/coffee making facilities. One of the two wings is served by a lift. Tel: 01293 886666

Constable Country & Cambridge Our excellent hotel provides a superb base to explore the gentle countryside which was the inspiration for John Constable, England’s best known landscape artist, and also for Thomas Gainsborough.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Constable Country and Colchester. We visit Flatford Mill, where Constable’s father was the miller and scene of his most famous painting (guided walking tour included in the tour cost). We continue to Colchester, Britain’s oldest town with long stretches of Roman fortifications as well as a splendid Norman keep, the largest in Europe. Full Day Excursion to Cambridge. Cambridge, with its delightful narrow passages, rich artistic treasures and numerous architectural masterpieces, including the splendid Kings College Chapel, is one of Britain’s most memorable cities (guided tour included in the tour cost).

Marlborough Hotel Felixstowe Consistently highly praised by our clients, the Marlborough is situated on the sea front, 250 yards south of the pier. All 47 bedrooms have private bath or shower and WC, TV with satellite channels, radio, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. The lounge bar is the ideal place to relax before enjoying dinner in the Rattan restaurant. Entertainment is provided on one evening and there is also a public bar serving food at lunchtimes. A lift serves the first and second floors. Tel: 01394 285621

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Flatford Mill walking tour • Guided tour of Cambridge

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions • Entrance to RHS Wisley, Wakehurst Place and Kew Gardens

Holiday Prices Houses of Parliament, Lonodn

Holiday 5249 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday June 1, 15. . . . . . £212 Aug 17 . . . . . . . . £212 July 13 . . . . . . . . £212 Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . £212 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £66

5 days from £189

What’s Included

Holiday Prices

Constable Country

Our base in elegant Hampstead provides excellent connections with the West End for shopping or sightseeing on the free day.

Holiday 5252 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday Apr 13. . . . . . . . . £189 July 13, 27 . . . . . £218 May 11 . . . . . . . . £199 Aug 17 . . . . . . . . £218 May 25 . . . . . . . . £209 Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . £212 June 1. . . . . . . . . £209 Sept 14 . . . . . . . . £209 June 8, 15. . . . . . £218 Sept 28 . . . . . . . . £199 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

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Broads Cruise

Cromer is full of character with narrow, twisting streets and a splendidly preserved pier. Norfolk has some outstanding historic houses and this tour takes us to two of the very best.

Peak District

Cromer & Royal Norfolk

Excursions Included

Full Day Excursion to Sheringham and Blickling Hall. A short distance along the coast lies Sheringham, a delightful bustling seaside town boasting a splendid craft centre with traditional rural crafts which have been part of North Norfolk life for generations. Turning inland we come to Blickling Hall, a superb Jacobean House said to be home to the ghosts of both Anne Boleyn and Falstaff! (Entrance included in the tour cost.)

5 days from £189

Great Yarmouth & The Broads Our hotel is situated in the liveliest location in East Anglia’s most exciting resort. Our excursions combine the serenity of the Broads and the excellent shops and sightseeing in the magnificent city of Norwich.

Hotel De Paris Cromer A delightful hotel, occupying the finest position in Cromer, close to the shops and historic parish church and directly overlooking the pier and beach. All 54 bedrooms are centrally heated and are equipped with private bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, radio, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Most are very spacious and have excellent views over the sea or across the town to Cromer Woods. Superb reception lounge, bar, games room and delightful dining room with dance floor. Lift (few stairs to some rooms). Tel: 01263 513141 Guests 513191

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Norwich. Norwich is one of Britain’s most attractive cities, a fine town with an irregular medieval street plan and many notable buildings of all periods including a Norman Castle and imposing cathedral. Full Day Excursion to Cromer via Caister and North Walsham. We return through Aylsham to Wroxham where we take a short trip on the Norfolk Broads to relax and enjoy the tranquillity and beautiful scenery (boat fare included in the tour cost).

A Leisureplex Hotel

New Beach Hotel Great Yarmouth Situated in what is probably Great Yarmouth’s most central location, on the sea front opposite Britannia Pier and adjacent to the shops and resort amenities. (Note that it can be quite lively in the street outside the sea facing rooms.) All 75 rooms have private bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, radio, tea/coffee making facilities, TV, central heating and intercom. Spacious cocktail bar/lounge and a magnificent restaurant which has its own large dance floor. Lift to all floors. Tel: 01493 332300

5 days from £224

Derbyshire Dales This is inland England at its very best with breathtaking scenery, plenty of intriguing footpaths and outdoor activities, historic properties and excellent shopping.

Excursions Included Full Day Southern Peak District Tour featuring visits to Ashbourne, Matlock and the National Tramway Museum at Crich (entrance included in the tour cost). Full Day Excursion to the Northern Peak, Bakewell and Chatsworth House. We visit Bakewell and Chatsworth, home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire and one of the country’s most outstanding stately homes (entrance included in the tour cost).

What’s Included

Portland Hotel

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Sandringham visit • Entrance to Blickling Hall

Buxton Close to the centre of the famous Spa town of Buxton and yet the Portland Hotel stands in a quiet location near to the park. The hotel has a small bar and lounge with entertainment at least twice per week. The restaurant offers great choice of home cooked meals served by friendly staff. The 22 rooms are on two floors and provide en suite shower and WC, TV, and tea/coffee making facilities. No lift and this hotel is unsuitable for guests with a disability. Tel: 01298 22462

Holiday Prices Holiday 5266 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 20 . . . . . . . . £222 July 22 . . . . . . . . £222 June 10. . . . . . . . £222 Aug 19 . . . . . . . . £222 July 8 . . . . . . . . . £222 Sept 2 . . . . . . . . . £222 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

What’s Included

A Leisureplex Hotel

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Tramway Museum • Entrance to Chatsworth House

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Boat cruise

Holiday Prices

Blickling Hall

Holiday Prices Holiday 5261 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 6, 20 . . . . . . £189 Aug 12 . . . . . . . . £209 June 3. . . . . . . . . £204 Sept 2 . . . . . . . . £209 July 1, 22 . . . . . . £209 Sept 23 . . . . . . . . £189 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

Chatswoth House

New Beach Hotel

Full Day Excursion to Sandringham. We travel west to Wells-next-the-Sea, a quaint, thriving port with a unique atmosphere. We continue along the coast before turning inland to Royal Sandringham to visit the Royal Estate (entrance included in the tour cost).

Holiday 5317 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday Apr 13, 27. . . . . . £224 June 29. . . . . . . . £234 May 4 . . . . . . . . . £224 July 27 . . . . . . . . £244 May 25 . . . . . . . . £234 Aug 31 . . . . . . . . £239 June 1. . . . . . . . . £234 Sept 28 . . . . . . . . £224 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

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Scarborough Harbour

Based in Scarborough we include visits to the natural beauty of the North York Moors, splendid Castle Howard as well as the historic city of York.

Excursions Included

Heartbeat Country

Highlights of Yorkshire

5 days from £184

Scarborough & Whitby

Full Day Excursion to York one of the world’s great tourism cities with its wealth of places to visit including the Roman walls, the famous Minster, the fascinating Yorvik centre, the National Railway Museum - as well as some splendid shops! A guided walking tour of the city is included in the tour cost.

Scarborough is at once a seaside resort, fishing port, notable venue for the arts and home to Roman, Viking and medieval remains - a rich mixture which means there is never a dull moment!

Please note: clients joining at Huddersfield, Bradford, Pudsey and Leeds are picked up en route by the tour coach. (Clients from other towns in West Yorkshire have to travel via Burtonwood Services and are recommended to join at one of the these four points instead.)

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to North York Moors and Whitby. We travel inland along the southern edge of the North York Moors to Pickering with its magnificent 12th century castle. Then over the moors to Whitby, incomparably situated on the banks of the River Esk and with a skyline dominated by the remains of the ancient abbey.

Cumberland Hotel Scarborough See Scarborough and Whitby holiday (alongside) for description of Cumberland Hotel.

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfas • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Castle Howard • Walking tour of York

Holiday Prices Holiday 5277 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 13 . . . . . . . . £204 Aug 19 . . . . . . . . £216 June 10. . . . . . . . £216 Sept 16 . . . . . . . . £209 July 8 . . . . . . . . . £216 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

Cumberland Hotel

Micklegate, York

Aysgarth Falls

Full Day Excursion to Castle Howard and the North York Moors. A picturesque day takes us to Castle Howard, the grand setting for the TV classic ‘Brideshead Revisited’ (entrance included in the tour cost). We continue into the North York Moors National Park and the originally Celtic town of Pickering, before returning to Scarborough.

5 days from £209

Herriot & Heartbeat Country Based in Stockton-on-Tees, we are well placed to visit Richmond and the scenic North Yorkshire Dales. We will see the contrasting scenery of the North Yorkshire Moors.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Heartbeat Country. Along the south side of the North York Moors to Pickering, then north to Goathland, the Aidensfield of the TV series. We return along the north side of the moors. Full Day Excursion to Masham and Thirsk. A visit to the famous “Black Sheep” Brewery at Masham (entrance & drink included in tour cost) before visiting Thirsk, the “Darrowby” of the Herriot books and home of the “World of James Herriot Exhibition” (entrance to museum not included). Full Day Excursion to Herriot Country. Over the Pennines to Sedbergh, then down Wensleydale to Hawes, where we visit the Wensleydale Cheese Experience (entrance included in tour cost). Continuing on to Aysgarth Falls and Leyburn. Please note: clients joining at Huddersfield, Bradford, Pudsey and Leeds are picked up en route by the tour coach. (Clients from other towns in West Yorkshire have to travel via Burtonwood Services and are recommended to join at one of the these four points instead.)

Swallow Stockton Hotel Stockton on Tees See “Catherine Cookson Country” tour opposite for description of Swallow Stockton Hotel.

What’s Included

A Leisureplex Hotel

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions • Entrance to Brewery • Entrance to Wensleydale Cheese Experience

Holiday Prices

Holiday 5276 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 6 . . . . . . . . . £184 July 1, 15, 29 . . . £206 May 20 . . . . . . . . £194 Aug 12, 26 . . . . . £206 June 3, 17. . . . . . £206 Sept 9 . . . . . . . . . £199 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

Holiday 5288 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 18 . . . . . . . . £209 Aug 24 . . . . . . . . £219 June 15. . . . . . . . £209 Sep 21 . . . . . . . . £214 July 13 . . . . . . . . £219 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £44

Castle Howard

What’s Included

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Durham Cathedral

Gorgeous coastline with rocky headlands and delightful coves, fishing villages and medieval castles, rolling countryside and fascinating historic sights - they are all here!

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion along the Northumbrian Coast. Today we see some of Northumbria’s delightful coastal villages. Warkworth Castle is a magnificent sight enclosed within the meandering River Coquet. More castles follow at Dunstanburgh and romantically situated Bamburgh, signs of the turbulent past of this border region.

5 days from £209

Catherine Cookson Country

Full Day Excursion to Beamish. The North of England Open Air Museum vividly recreates life in the North East at the start of the Industrial Revolution (entrance included in the tour cost).

Born Katie McMullen in 1908, Catherine Cookson was raised among the cobbled terraces of the River Tyne at South Shields in what is now known as South Tyneside. From our base in Stockton-on-Tees we visit the area as well as the historic City of Durham.

Half Day Excursion to Durham. A short journey brings us to Durham with its superb Norman cathedral. The adjacent castle is a reminder that church and state were never closer than in the time of the warlike Prince Bishops who were based here.

Excursions Included

Please note: Clients joining at Huddersfield, Bradford, Pudsey and Leeds are picked up en route by the tour coach. (Clients from other towns in West Yorkshire have to travel via Burtonwood services and are recommended to join at one of these four points instead.)

Full Day Excursion to Beamish. The North of England Open Air Museum vividly recreates life in the North East at the start of the Industrial Revolution (entrance included in the tour cost).

Quality Newcastle Hotel

Half Day Excursion to Durham. The history of Durham revolves around its ecclesiastical buildings and above all its splendid cathedral.

Newcastle upon Tyne The Quality Hotel is situated in the lively heart of Newcastle surrounded by fabulous shopping, night life and theatres. There are 93 bedrooms over 5 floors served by lift although there are many steps to the front entrance (disabled access is possible at the rear). All bedrooms have bath or shower and WC, TV, trouser press, hair dryer and complimentary tea/coffee making facilities. There is a rooftop restaurant and cocktail bar. Tel. 0191 232 5025

Full Day Excursion to Catherine Cookson Country. Our guided tour along the ‘Catherine Cookson Trail’ takes us through South Tyneside including picturesque Westoe Village, a little oasis in the heart of South Shields. Please note: clients joining at Huddersfield, Bradford, Pudsey and Leeds are picked up en route by the tour coach. (Clients from other towns in West Yorkshire have to travel via Burtonwood Services and are recommended to join at one of the these four points instead.)

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions and 1 half day excursion • Beamish Museum visit

Swallow Stockton Hotel Stockton on Tees Situated in the lively heart of Stockton on Tees, in Castlegate shopping mall, near to the river, this modern hotel is spacious and informal with a well equipped leisure club complete with steam room, sauna and small pool. The restaurant combines local dishes and international cuisine and there is a bar lounge. All 125 bedrooms have bath or shower and WC, tea/coffee making facilities, telephone, TV, trouser press and hair dryer. Lift. Tel. 01642 679721

Holiday Prices Holiday 5291 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday Apr 27. . . . . . . . . £204 July 27 . . . . . . . . £224 May 4 . . . . . . . . . £214 Aug 10 . . . . . . . . £224 May 25 . . . . . . . . £224 Aug 24 . . . . . . . . £224 June 15. . . . . . . . £224 Sept 14 . . . . . . . . £224 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £56

What’s Included

Ullswater

Northumbria & Beamish

5 days from £204

North Lakes Ullswater is perhaps the most spectacular of the lakes and as we head from its gentler northern end to its spectacular origin at the foot of Helvellyn the scenery becomes ever more majestic. Thirlmere lies on the other side of that great mountain surrounded by equally steep slopes but the other lakes on our itinerary are in gentler settings, including beautiful Grasmere where the poet Wordsworth lived and worked.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Ullswater and Windermere. We travel to Pooley Bridge to join the Ullswater “Steamer” boat trip to Patterdale (boat fare included in holiday cost), at the foot of mighty Helvellyn. Continuing over the Kirkstone Pass to Bowness before returning to Penrith. Full Day Excursion to Cockermouth, Bassenthwaite, Keswick and Grasmere. Around the northern side of the fells to Cockermouth, then along the edge of Bassenthwaite to Keswick. After lunch we travel past Thirlmere to Grasmere for a look around Wordsworth’s village before returning to Keswick and back to Penrith via Troutbeck.

Clifton Hill Hotel Penrith Set in over 4 acres of grounds in the small village of Clifton, 3 miles from Penrith, the gateway to the Northern Lakes. All 67 bedrooms have private bath or shower and WC, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel is centrally heated throughout. There is a dining room, separate breakfast room, lounge/bar and entertainment most evenings. There is no lift but almost half the bedrooms are on the ground floor. Tel: 01768 862717

What’s Included

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions and 1 half day excursion • Entrance to Beamish • Guided tour of Cookson Country

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Boat cruise

Holiday Prices

Holiday 5289 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday June 8. . . . . . . . . £219 Aug 31 . . . . . . . . £219 July 6 . . . . . . . . . £224 Sept 28 . . . . . . . . £209 Aug 3 . . . . . . . . . £224 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £44

Holiday 5295 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 18 . . . . . . . . £204 Sept 14 . . . . . . . . £209 July 13 . . . . . . . . £209 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22 Beamish

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Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Ullswater and Keswick. We travel to Pooley Bridge to join the Ullswater ‘Steamer’ boat trip to Patterdale (boat fare included in holiday cost), at the foot of the mighty Helvellyn. We then continue to Keswick, the busiest town in the North Lakes, situated beside Derwent Water.

5 days from £244

Coniston & Windermere Set amongst the beautiful scenery of Lakeland, Coniston is a picture postcard village beneath its local mountain, Coniston ‘Old Man’. The tranquil Coniston Water has its own Steam Yacht Gondola and has many links with writers, poets and painters of the past.

Full Day Tour of the Western Lake District. We travel west and then north to Cockermouth, alongside Bassenthwaite to Keswick, beside Derwent Water. Turning south we pass Thirlmere and delightful Grasmere before returning past Windermere to Coniston. Full Day Tour to Windermere. We travel to the southern end of Lake Windermere where we take a trip on the lake (included in the tour cost) to the town of Bowness where we have time for shopping or to visit the World of Beatrix Potter. Continuing round the northern side of Windermere via Ambleside and back to Coniston.

Full Day Excursion to the Lake District. We travel first to Keswick on Derwent Water, then work our way slowly back south, passing Thirlmere, Wordsworth’s beloved Grasmere and Rydal Water before coming to England’s largest lake, Windermere. Here we take a boat trip (included in the tour cost) to the southern end of the lake where we rejoin the coach to return to Morecambe.

Holiday Prices Holiday 5298 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday Apr 13. . . . . . . . . £169 June 29. . . . . . . . £214 May 18 . . . . . . . . £199 Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . £214 June 15. . . . . . . . £214 Sept 28 . . . . . . . . £209 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

Excursions Included

Full Day Excursion to the Dales. We journey north to Sedbergh, then through delightful Wensleydale to Aysgarth. We see Skipton with its castle and museum, then on via Settle and Ingleton to Kirkby Lonsdale, a delightful small town in the Lune Valley. We follow the river down to Lancaster and so to Morecambe for dinner.

Lothersdale Hotel Morecambe This family run hotel is situated on Central Promenade, a short walk from the main shopping area with spectacular views of Morecambe Bay. All 46 bedrooms have bath or shower and WC, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Home-cooked food is served in the pleasant dining room. The first floor lounge and bar area have splendid views of the bay, whilst entertainment is available most evenings. Some steps from ground to first floor areas but a lift serves all floors. Tel: 01524 416404

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Windermere Cruise

Holiday Prices

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursion • Boat trip on Lake Windermere

Grasmere

Holiday Prices Holiday 5297 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday June 8. . . . . . . . . £254 July 20 . . . . . . . . £254 June 29. . . . . . . . £254 Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . £254 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £44

Broadway Hotel

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Boat trips on Ullswater & Windermere

Coniston In a beautiful lakeside setting the Waterhead Hotel stands in its own lawned gardens leading to Coniston Water. The village of Coniston is a short walk away and the magnificent mountain scenery surrounds in this picture postcard location. The Mountain View restaurant has a great view of Coniston Old Man which towers above at 803m and provides excellent local cuisine. Relax in the comfortable lounge bar with views across the lawns down to the lake. The hotel has 21 bedrooms with bath or shower and WC, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Tel. 015394 41244

Lakes & Dales After a day taking in some of the best scenery in Britain, relax and enjoy a stroll along the promenade or a drink in the bar admiring those spectacular Morecambe Bay sunsets!

What’s Included

Waterhead Hotel

5 days from £174

Full Day Excursion to Windermere, Ambleside and Grasmere. Today we take a boat trip on England’s largest lake, Windermere (included in tour cost). We then continue to Ambleside at the head of Lake Windermere, a major tourist resort with shops, hotels and restaurants, before continuing to Grasmere for a look around Wordsworth’s village.

Morecambe Situated on Morecambe’s quieter East Promenade, an ideal base for exploring both the Lakes and Dales. The resident’s dining room offers traditional food and Finnegan’s Restaurant and Bar, open to the public, provides lunchtime snacks with a lively atmosphere. There is a quiet first floor lounge and a ballroom for entertainment, provided most evenings. Bedrooms are centrally heated, most have shower and WC, some with bath, TV, tea/coffee making facilities. Lift serves all 4 floors and a few ground floor rooms are available. Tel: 01524 410777

Excursions Included

Yorkshire Dales

Scenic Lakes

England’s largest National Park contains many of the most picturesque lakes in England making the landscape which inspired such famous poets as Wordsworth and Coleridge. This holiday is an opportunity to see that magnificent landscape from the best possible angle - from the water - with trips on the two largest lakes included in the price.

Lake Windermere

Lake District

Holiday 5302 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday Mar 16 . . . . . . . . £174 July 13 . . . . . . . . £209 Apr 13. . . . . . . . . £189 Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . £209 Apr 27. . . . . . . . . £184 Nov 2* . . . . . . . . £184 May 4 . . . . . . . . . £199 Nov 9* . . . . . . . . £184 May 18 . . . . . . . . £204 Nov 30* . . . . . . . £184 June 8. . . . . . . . . £209 Dec 7* . . . . . . . . £184 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £18 Sea View . . . . . . . £24 *November & December departures are “Turkey & Tinsel” holidays with a Christmas theme.

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5 days from £199

5 days from £147

Excursions Included

Blackpool

Full Day Excursion to the Ribble Valley and Skipton. A delightful scenic drive through some of the loveliest countryside in the north, visiting Settle in the heart of the limestone country and historic Skipton as well as the ancient market town of Clitheroe.

Few resorts anywhere in the world can rival the popularity of Blackpool - Britain’s capital of fun! The world famous Tower, three piers, miles of golden sands, the spectacular Pleasure Beach, atmospheric trams, horse drawn carriages, lively bars and terrific summer shows - Blackpool has them all.

Full Day Excursion to Southport. Lying directly across the Ribble estuary from Lytham St Annes is Southport - a larger neighbour with the same sort of studied elegance, splendid shops and lovely parks and gardens as Lytham.

Clifton Park Hotel

Excursions Included

Lytham St.Annes This privately owned hotel is situated one block from the promenade and caters exclusively for adults. The 50 bedrooms have TV, telephone, central heating and tea/coffee making facilities. The lift serves most rooms with ground floor rooms also available. The Ballroom Restaurant has a reputation for good food and bar snacks are available in the Orchard Bar. There is a south facing garden with terrace, an indoor heated swimming pool, jacuzzi and gymnasium. Tel: 01253 725801

Full Day Excursion to Southport. Despite their common Victorian heritage, the studied elegance of Southport’s Lord Street could not be more different from Blackpool’s Golden Mile! It has several lovely parks and its shops are outstanding. Full Day Excursion to the Ribble Valley and Skipton. A delightful scenic drive through some of the loveliest countryside in the north, visiting Settle in the heart of the limestone country and historic Skipton as well as the ancient market town of Clitheroe.

What’s Included

Metropole Hotel

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions

Blackpool The Metropole Hotel is superbly situated on Blackpool’s famous promenade in the heart of this vibrant, fun resort. It is the only hotel standing between the sea and the famous tramway and is close to all of the local attractions. The hotel features an exciting programme of nightly entertainment making it a perfect choice at any time of year. All bedrooms have private bath or shower and WC, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a restaurant serving buffet-style meals, a coffee shop, 2 lifts, 2 bars, 2 ballrooms and snooker room. Tel: 01253 628321

Holiday Prices Holiday 5309 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday Apr 13, 27. . . . . . £199 July 13 . . . . . . . . £226 May 11 . . . . . . . . £204 Aug 3, 17 . . . . . . £226 May 25 . . . . . . . . £209 Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . £226 June 8. . . . . . . . . £219 Sept 28 . . . . . . . . £226 June 29. . . . . . . . £226 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

Clifton Park Hotel

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions

Holiday Prices

5 days from £224

Southport Southport is one of Britain’s most elegant resorts: superb shops, beautiful parks, a fabulous Marine Lake and some of Britain’s best golf courses.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Liverpool. Liverpool was “European Capital of Culture” in 2008 and is well known for its lively atmosphere. Its magnificent buildings, fascinating waterfront and superb museums make for an absorbing day out. Full Day Excursion to Chester. Chester is famous for its atmospheric “Rows”, double decked Tudor style shops, whose origins date from the thirteenth century. But shopping is only a small part of the Chester story: the walks along the superbly preserved Roman walls and alongside the river are simply delightful.

Prince of Wales Hotel Southport Southport’s most famous hotel is situated in the heart of the town, on fabulous Lord Street. Bedrooms have been designed to reflect the hotel’s Victorian heritage whilst providing all modern comforts including private bath, shower and WC, TV, radio, telephone, hair dryer, trouser press and tea/coffee making facilities. Public areas include lounges, cocktail and public bars and a spectacular ballroom (used for private functions entertainment is not provided). Two lifts serve all floors. Tel: 01704 536688

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursion

Holiday Prices Lytham Windmill

Holiday 5307 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday Mar 23 . . . . . . . . £147 July 13 . . . . . . . . £194 Apr 13. . . . . . . . . £159 Aug 24 . . . . . . . . £219 Apr 27. . . . . . . . . £164 Sept 7, 21 . . . . . . £219 May 4 . . . . . . . . . £169 Nov 2*, 9 . . . . . . £179 May 25 . . . . . . . . £184 Nov 16, 23* . . . . £179 June 8. . . . . . . . . £184 Nov 30 . . . . . . . . £179 June 22. . . . . . . . £184 Dec 7* . . . . . . . . £179 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £24 Sea View . . . . . . . £24 *All November & December departures are “Turkey & Tinsel” holidays with a Christmas theme and those marked with an asterisk stay at the Savoy Hotel.

Prince of Wales Hotel

Blackpool Tram

The twin resorts of Lytham and St Annes provide a contrast to nearby Blackpool with their peaceful parks and gardens and half timbered houses. There are excellent shops, an attractive promenade and of course, some of the best golf courses in England. The Ribble estuary is probably the most important wildfowl site in the UK.

Marine Lake, Southport

Lytham St. Annes

Holiday 5312 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday June 10, 24. . . . . £224 Aug 5, 19 . . . . . . £224 July 8, 22 . . . . . . £224 Sept 2, 16 . . . . . . £224 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £56

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Excursions Included

Selborne Hotel

Full Day Excursion to Mount Stuart Gardens. Today’s journey takes us to Colintraive and then via a short ferry crossing to the Isle of Bute and the splendour of Mount Stuart Gardens (entrance included in the holiday cost). Originally developed by the 2nd Earl of Bute (whose son was one of the founders of Kew Gardens), these are gardens on an olympian scale with several distinct gardens on a 300 acre site.

5 days from £189

Full Day Excursion to Crarae and Benmore Gardens. Crarae, situated near Inveraray, is a woodland garden with a superb collection of flowering shrubs. Benmore, situated on the Cowal Peninsula close to Dunoon, is a specialist garden of the Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh. It is also a woodland garden including some spectacular giant redwoods. (Entrance to both gardens is included in the holiday cost.)

Dunoon & Rothesay Dunoon is splendidly situated on the western shores of the Firth of Clyde, where Loch Long and Holy Loch join the sea. It has two bays, lovely gardens, a swimming pool, small castle, bowling greens and golf courses and nearby is some of Scotland’s most spectacular scenery.

Selborne Hotel Dunoon See Dunoon & Rothesay holiday (opposite) for description of Selborne Hotel.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Oban, the principal town on the west coast and port for many of the ferry services to the Hebridean Islands. En route we pass Inveraray, seat of the Dukes of Argyll, Loch Awe and the remarkable Falls of Lora.

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Mount Stuart, Crarae and Benmore Gardens

Holiday Prices Holiday 5412 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday June 3. . . . . . . . . £219 July 29 . . . . . . . . £219 July 1 . . . . . . . . . £219 Aug 26 . . . . . . . . £219 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

Selborne Hotel

Crarae Gardens

Regent Hotel

Dunoon Pier & River Clyde

The warm waters of the Gulf Stream have made it possible for the West of Scotland to have some of the most exotic and remarkable gardens in the whole of Britain and this splendid tour includes three of the most interesting.

Oban Harbour

Scottish Gardens

5 days from £189

Oban Oban is the most popular resort and touring centre in the Western Highlands. Its busy harbour provides the link with the islands of the Inner Hebrides and it also has plenty of shops.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Fort William, Travelling north along the shores of Loch Linnhe to Fort William at the foot of Ben Nevis. We return via the magnificent scenery of Glen Coe and Rannoch Moor. Full Day Excursion to Lochgilphead and Inveraray. Travelling south to Lochgilphead and then along the shores of Loch Fyne to Inveraray, ancestral seat of the Campbells, Dukes of Argyll.

Regent Hotel Oban Overlooking the promenade and Oban Bay with views towards the hills of Mull, the predominantly art deco Regent Hotel is a landmark on the Esplanade and is centrally situated for Oban’s shops and bars. Bedrooms have bath or shower and WC, TV, hair dryer, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel’s restaurant serves freshly prepared food and there are two bars, lounges and a small terrace. Two lifts serve all floors, although there are many unavoidable steps at the hotel entrance. Tel: 01631 562341

What’s Included

A Leisureplex Hotel

What’s Included

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions

Holiday Prices

Holiday 5411 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 6 . . . . . . . . . £189 Aug 12 . . . . . . . . £212 May 20 . . . . . . . . £194 Sept 2 . . . . . . . . £212 June 17. . . . . . . . £212 Sept 9 . . . . . . . . . £202 July 15 . . . . . . . . £212 Sept 23 . . . . . . . . £194 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

Benmore Gardens

Holiday Prices

Holiday 5427 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 18 . . . . . . . . £219 Aug 24 . . . . . . . . £254 May 25 . . . . . . . . £224 Aug 31 . . . . . . . . £249 June 15. . . . . . . . £234 Nov 9* . . . . . . . . £189 July 13 . . . . . . . . £249 Dec 7* . . . . . . . . £189 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £44 *November & December departures are “Turkey & Tinsel” holidays with a Christmas theme.

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5 days from £209

Spey Valley

Kyleakin Harbour, Isle of Skye

The Moray coast is one of Scotland’s most unspoilt areas with beautiful sandy beaches and unforgettable sunsets. Our base is Lossiemouth, with its attractive harbour and home to the famous RAF Dambusters 617 Squadron. Close by are the Grampian Highlands with castles and malt whisky distilleries in abundance!

Speyside Distillery

Moray Firth

5 days from £189

Excursions Included

Fort William & Skye

Full Day Excursion to Culloden and Inverness. We travel westward toward Inverness, stopping at the site of the Battle of Culloden and visitor centre (entrance not included). We continue into Inverness, at the mouth of the River Ness and ‘capital of the Highlands’.

5 days from £204

Full Day Excursion to Elgin and Dufftown. Lossiemouth was originally the port for the ancient town of Elgin whose cathedral was destroyed by the Wolf of Badenoch in 1390. We continue along Glen Rothes to Dufftown and visit the well known Glenfiddich Distillery. In the afternoon, we continue to Fochabers and visit Baxters foods. (Entrance to Glenfiddich and Baxters included in the tour cost).

Scotland’s most famous salmon river is also the heart of the single malt whisky industry. From the shores of the Moray Firth to the ancient Caledonian forests and the mountain haunts of the osprey, it is delightful countryside all the way!

Fort William, the “Outdoor Capital of the UK” is a splendid location from which to explore the magnificent Western Highlands. With two full day excursions included, you will see some of the most breathtaking scenery in Britain.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to the Isle of Skye. A scenic journey takes us along Loch lochy, then past the five Sisters of Kintail to the much photographed Eilean Donan Castle. We continue to kyle of Lochalsh and then accross to Skye with a short tour of this enchanting Island.

Stotfield Hotel Lossiemouth The Stotfield stands with commanding views of the Moray Golf Club and Lossiemouth’s west beach. Established in 1895 the large victorian building was purpose built as an hotel. There is a residents TV lounge and the Firth lounge bar. The Seaview restaurant offers good food and service. All 46 bedrooms have bath or shower with WC, hairdryer, telephone, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Lift serves all floors. Tel. 01343 812011

Full Day Excursion to Spey Valley & Inverness. Our journey today takes us north along Glen Spean and the shores of Loch Laggan, passing through the well known ski resort of Aviemore, to the ‘Capital of the Highlands’ Inverness. We continue back via Loch Ness, the greatest expanse of fresh water in Europe, then along the Great Glen to Fort Augustus and so to our hotel.

Croit Anna Hotel Fort William Situated in an isolated position on the shores of Loche Linnhe with spectacular views across the loch from all of the public rooms and most of the bedrooms, the Croit Anna offers a comfortable and friendly base in which to relax. All 92 bedrooms have central heating and/or individual electric heating, bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, radio, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a panoramic lounge, two bars, terrace and entertainment most evenings. There is no lift but a number of ground floor rooms are available upon request and subject to availability. Tel: 01397 702268

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Glenfiddich and Baxters

Holiday Prices Holiday 5510 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday June 1. . . . . . . . . £209 Aug 3 . . . . . . . . . £209 July 6 . . . . . . . . . £209 Sept 14 . . . . . . . . £209 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £32

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Aviemore, Cairngorm Mountain Railway and Speyside Heather Centre. A short journey along the Spey Valley takes us to Aviemore, Scotland’s winter sports capital. We continue on to the spectacular funicular railway on Cairngorm (entrance included in the tour cost) and then to Speyside Heather Centre (entrance included in the tour cost) Full Day Spey Valley Excursion. A day to delight the tastebuds as we journey down the lovely Spey Valley, stopping at the renowned Glenlivet Distillery. We continue to the mouth of the Spey to visit the famous Baxters foods, where we have a short demonstration. (Entrance to the distillery and Baxters included in the tour cost).

Ben Mhor Hotel Grantown-on-Spey A small friendly hotel in the heart of Grantown-onSpey which is centrally situated to enjoy the beauty and tradition of the Speyside area. The 23 bedrooms on two floors mostly have shower and WC, with some having bath and WC. There is a lounge bar open to the public where lunchtime snacks can be enjoyed and a separate bistro, a TV lounge and ground floor entertainment room with dance floor. Entertainment is provided on two nights to guests and the public bar has a karaoke night once a week. No Lift. Tel: 01479 872056

What’s Included

A Leisureplex Hotel

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Speyside Heather Centre, Baxters Food and Glenlivet Distillery • Funicular railway trip

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions

Holiday Prices

Lossiemouth

Holiday 5432 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 11 . . . . . . . . £189 June 29. . . . . . . . £204 May 18 . . . . . . . . £194 July 6 . . . . . . . . . £204 May 25 . . . . . . . . £199 Sept 14, 21 . . . . . £194 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . £15

Glorious Speyside

Holiday 5512 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 4 . . . . . . . . . £204 July 13 . . . . . . . . £234 June 22. . . . . . . . £224 Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . £234 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £44

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Excursions Included

Braemar Castle

Full Day Excursion to Inverness and Loch Ness. Known as the “Capital of the Highlands”, Inverness with its magnificent castle, stands astride the River Ness. We also journey further south to the mysterious waters of Loch Ness and the Visitor Centre at Drumnadrochit (entrance not included). Full Day Excursion to the Spey Valley. A day to delight the tastebuds as we journey down the lovely Spey Valley, stopping at the renowned Glenlivet Distillery. We continue to the mouth of the Spey to visit the famous Baxters foods, where we have a short demonstration. (Entrance to the distillery and Baxters included in the tour cost).

5 days from £174

Royal Deeside

Carrbridge Hotel This traditional family owned hotel is situated on the banks of the River Dulnain in the heart of the Highlands. It has an entertainment lounge, bistro and dining room. The lift serves most of the 67 bedrooms, all of which have bath/shower and WC, TV, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. A varied entertainment programme includes the popular Highland Ceilidh Dance and Highland buffet - an evening not to be missed. Tel: 01479 841202

Long a favoured retreat of the Royal Family, the beautiful Dee Valley is home to Balmoral Castle. Our base is slightly downstream of there at the attractive village of Ballater a superb base to explore the area.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Royal Deeside & Balmoral. We travel west to Balmoral Castle, pausing at Crathie Church (entrance to Balmoral is included in the tour cost when the castle is open which is April-July only). Full Day Excursion to Grantown & the Whisky Trail. Today’s journey takes us through some spectacular scenery to Cock Bridge and Tomintoul and on to Grantown, then along the Spey Valley, visiting one of the many distilleries for which the area is famous.

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full Day excursions • Distillery visit • Entrance to Baxters

Holiday Prices

Loirston Hotel

Holiday 5527 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 18 . . . . . . . . £199 Aug 17 . . . . . . . . £219 June 15. . . . . . . . £209 Sept 21 . . . . . . . . £219 July 20 . . . . . . . . £219 Nov 16* . . . . . . . £184 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £24 *November departure is a “Turkey & Tinsel” holiday with a Christmas theme.

5 days from £179

The Clansman From our base in the lovely Highland resort of Newtonmore, with its Highland Folk Museum, we explore the Cairngorm mountain area with a visit to Aviemore, the busy town of Fort William at the foot of Ben Nevis, and the capital of the Highlands, Inverness.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Aviemore & Cairngorm Mountain Railway. A short journey along the Spey Valley takes us to Aviemore, Scotland’s winter sports capital. We continue to the spectacular funicular railway on Cairngorm (entrance included in the tour cost). Full Day Excursion to Spean Bridge & Fort William. We travel to Spean Bridge, an attractive spot at which the Western Highlands and the Cairngorms meet. To the south lie the imposing faces of Ben Nevis and Aonach Mor. We then travel along the shores of Loch Linnhe to Fort William at the foot of Ben Nevis with magnificent views of the Western Highlands before retracing our steps to Kingussie.

Highlander Hotel Newtonmore Close by to the picturesque village of Newtonmore in the heart of the Spey Valley, this hotel provides a great base from which to explore the Scottish Highlands. There is a restaurant with dance floor, where entertainment is provided at least two nights per week, a bar and a comfortable lounge area. No lift but bedrooms are in adjacent buildings on ground and first floors only. All rooms have TV and tea/coffee making facilities, shower and WC (some rooms with bath are available). Tel: 01540 673341

What’s Included

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Funicular railway trip

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Balmoral (when possible) • Distillery visit

Holiday Prices

Dulnain Bridge

Holiday Prices Holiday 5502 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday Apr 13. . . . . . . . . £174 Aug 17 . . . . . . . . £224 June 1, 8, 22. . . . £199 Sept 14 . . . . . . . . £204 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £48

Highlander Hotel

Glen Clunie

Carrbridge nestles in the very heart of the Highlands in the beautiful Spey Valley. There are numerous attractions in the village including the Landmark Forestry Heritage and Adventure Park with its wild water coaster, steam powered saw mill and tree top trail, a pony trekking centre, challenging nine hole golf course and bowling green.

Fort William

The Highlander

Holiday 5528 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday Apr 13. . . . . . . . . £179 Sept 14 . . . . . . . . £234 May 18 . . . . . . . . £194 Nov 9* . . . . . . . . £189 June 1. . . . . . . . . £234 Dec 7* . . . . . . . . £189 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £48 *November & December departures are “Turkey & Tinsel” holidays with a Christmas theme.

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Glenshee

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Braemar and Ballater. Over the dramatic Cairnwell Pass and down into the Dee valley - the area around Balmoral Castle so beloved of the Royal Family.

5 days from £239

Full Day Excursion to Blairgowrie and Perth. Today we see the wonderful lush and rolling countryside of Strathmore - very different from the more austere scenery to the north.

Tayside & Pitlochry Set in the heart of Perthshire’s lovely

Half Day Excursion to Pitlochry. “Heart of the Highlands” and one of Scotlands premier resorts.

countryside where Loch Tay flows into the River Tay, Kenmore is a delightful place to get

Spittal of Glenshee Hotel

away from it all. It has an attractive church

Glenshee A warm welcome and a high level of comfort awaits you at this popular hotel. The restaurant has superb views of the glens and serves a buffet carvery dinner with national and international cuisine. All 56 bedrooms have bath or shower and WC, telephone, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel is on two levels without a lift, most rooms are accessible by a short flight of stairs. Two rooms are suitable for wheelchair users but access is via the outside of the hotel. Tel: 01250 885215

and a nineteenth century castle (now the golf club) and there are lots of water sports and some of the best salmon fishing in Europe.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Loch Tay and the Trossachs. A day of many lochs! Along the glittering shores of Loch Tay to Killin, famous for the Falls of Dochart, then along Loch Lubnaig and Loch Venachar to Loch Achray in the heart of the Trossachs. We return via Callander.

What’s Included

Full Day Excursion to Pitlochry. Pitlochry is one of the most famous of all Scottish resorts. Its development as a tourist destination dates principally from Victorian times when the enthusiasm of Queen Victoria's physician for the pure air of the Perthshire Hills encouraged others to try it for themselves.

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Half day excursion

Holiday Prices Holiday 5547 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday July 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £224 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

Kenmore Hotel

Spittal of Glenshee Hotel

Kenmore The hotel is set on the lovely banks of the River Tay overlooking where the river flows under the picturesque bridge from Loch Tay itself. The original building dates back to 1572 and was recognised as Scotland’s oldest Inn. The friendly staff can’t wait to tell you all the old stories of the hotel and village. Now extended and modernised the hotel has 40 bedrooms with bath or power showers, satellite TV, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. A lift serves most floors. The Taymouth restaurant enjoys a panoramic view over the historic arched bridge whilst the intimate atmosphere of both Poet’s Bar (see Robert Burn’s poem scribbled on the chimney breast), and Boars Head Bar, provide relaxation in the evenings. Tel. 01887 830205

Stirling Castle

River Tay at Aberfedy

At the foot of Britain’s highest pass amongst glorious Highland scenery, Glenshee provides a tranquil base to relax after some spectacular sightseeing.

5 days from £204

Trossachs & Stirling Based in the heart of the Trossachs at Aberfoyle, the surrounding forests and hidden lakes offer a tranquil but breathtaking natural beauty. This is the setting for Rob Roy and The Lady of the Lake, which was written here.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Crieff and the Trossachs. We drive along the banks of Loch Lubnaig, alongside Loch Venachar and on to “The Trossachs”, a narrow pass at the east end of Loch Katrine. We continue via Aberfoyle and Callander to Crieff, home of the Glenturret Distillery and Stuart Crystal. (Visits to Glenturret Distillery and Stuart Crystal included in the tour cost) Full Day Excursion to Stirling. Stirling is one of Britain’s most historic cities - both James VI and Mary Queen of Scots were crowned here and nearby lie the famous battlefields of Bannockburn and Stirling Bridge. The magnificent castle and ancient market street still remain.

Rob Roy Hotel Aberfoyle Perfectly situated at the gateway to the Trossachs, the Rob Roy is set in its own grounds, one mile from the picturesque village of Aberfoyle. The main building houses the loungebar and dining room, which is used for entertainment 3 or 4 nights per week. There is a smaller second public restaurant serving a la carte meals. The 103 bedrooms are situated in separate buildings adjacent to the hotel on 2 floors, served by a lift. Most have shower (some with bath) and WC, central heating, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Tel: 01877 382245

What’s Included

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Stuart Crystal and Glenturret Distillery

Holiday Prices

Holiday 5530 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 11 . . . . . . . . £239 Aug 3 . . . . . . . . . £239 July 20 . . . . . . . . £239 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £66

Holiday 5537 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday June 8. . . . . . . . . £204 Aug 31 . . . . . . . . £209 July 6 . . . . . . . . . £209 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

Scenic Glenshee

What’s Included

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Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Lampeter and Carmarthen. We travel west to Lampeter, a pleasant market town on the River Teifi and home to the oldest university in Wales. Then southwards to Carmarthen, a thriving market town with a superb castle and numerous historic buildings.

Perthshire

Full Day Excursion to Aberystwyth and Devil’s Bridge. Today’s journey takes us north to the principal resort in west Wales, Aberystwyth, situated in a striking setting on a small promontory dividing two beaches and with steep hills behind. Included in the tour cost is a trip on the spectacular Devil’s Bridge narrow gauge railway. Half Day Excursion to Brecon. With its lovely cathedral and numerous small antique and craft shops, Brecon makes a delightful excursion.

5 days from £219

Scotland’s Heritage

Commodore Hotel Llandrindod Wells Located in the heart of this Victorian Spa town, the hotel faces a pleasant park and overlooks the town centre. All 50 bedrooms have bath and shower, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. A lift serves all floors in the main building. The Fountain restaurant offers table service for dinner. The Radnor bar is adjacent and there is a large ballroom offering entertainment most evenings. The hotel has a separate public bar for the younger guests. Tel: 01597 822288

Scotland’s heritage is a rich and complex one, but nowhere symbolises its defiant independence more than Stirling, scene of many battles and place where Mary Queen of Scots was crowned in 1543.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Edinburgh. A relatively short journey takes us to Scotland's most historic city where we have a guided city tour (included in the tour cost) and plenty of time to explore the many sights or visit the superb shops and cafes.and cafes. Full Day Excursion to Glasgow. With its magnificent buildings and delightful parks beside the Clyde, Glasgow has become one of Europe’s most dynamic and cultured cities. We have a guided tour of the city (included in the holiday cost).

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • 1 half day excursion • Ride on Devil’s Bridge Railway

Golden Lion Hotel

Holiday Prices

Stirling Situated right in the middle of Stirling, adjacent to the shops and only a short walk from the castle, the Golden Lion was built in 1786 and is a focal point for the city. Its 67 bedrooms have been refurbished to a high standard and all include en suite bath or shower and WC, TV, radio, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. There is an attractive reception, pleasant bar and comfortable restaurant. Lift. Tel: 01786 475351

Holiday 5372 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday Apr 13. . . . . . . . . £179 July 6 . . . . . . . . . £194 May 11 . . . . . . . . £184 July 27 . . . . . . . . £194 May 25 . . . . . . . . £189 Aug 10 . . . . . . . . £194 June 8. . . . . . . . . £194 Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . £189 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £24

Copthorne Hotel

Edinburgh

The pretty spa town of Llandrindod Wells lies in the secret heart of Wales and is surrounded by beautiful hillsides. The town has various craft shops, museums and theatres and a pleasant park. A splendid base for exploring this unspoilt region.

Cardiff Civic Centre

Heart of Wales

5 days only £216

Cardiff & The Valleys Cardiff is the cosmopolitan capital city of Wales. It has museums and art galleries aplenty, the magnificent Millennium Stadium and some of the best shopping in the U.K. but it also has quiet parks and a splendidly refurbished waterfront.

Excursions Included Full Day Tour of Cardiff and National Museum of Welsh Life. We start the day with a guided sightseeing tour of the city included in the tour cost followed by a visit to the National Museum of Welsh Life, one of Europe’s premier open air museums and the most popular heritage attraction in Wales, featuring reconstructed buildings brought from all parts of Wales. Full Day Excursion to the Valleys and National Mining Museum. Today’s journey takes first up the Rhondda Valley and then through the “Top Towns” of Hirwaun, Merthyr and Tredegar to the World Heritage Site at Blaenavon, home of the magnificent National Mining Museum where we have a guided tour.

Copthorne Hotel Cardiff This excellent hotel is in a lakeside setting adjacent to a retail park 4 miles from the city centre. All 135 bedrooms have private bath/shower and WC, TV, telephone, hair dryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is an AA Rosette awarded restaurant, a bar and lounge area offering drinks and light meals in an informal setting. The leisure club has swimming pool, gym, sauna, steam room, aerobic studio and hair salon. Two lifts serve all floors. Tel: 029 2059 9100

What’s Included

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Guided tour of Cardiff • National Museum of Welsh Life (free entry) • National Mining Museum of Wales (free entry)

Holiday Prices

Holiday 5550 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 4 . . . . . . . . . £219 June 22. . . . . . . . £229 June 1. . . . . . . . . £229 July 13 . . . . . . . . £229 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £96

Holiday 5392 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 25 . . . . . . . . £216 Aug 3 . . . . . . . . . £216 June 8, 22. . . . . . £216 Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . £216 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £66

Cliff Railway, Aberystwyth

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Guided tours of Edinburgh & Glasgow

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Gardens of North Wales We include entrance to four of the very best gardens in Wales, set amongst exquisite scenery.

Excursions Included Caernarvon Castle

Full Day Excursion to Plas Newydd and Penrhyn Castle. We cross over to Anglesey to enjoy the beautiful 18th century Plas Newydd with its fine gardens and parkland that overlook the Menai Straits before moving to the early 19th century Penrhyn Castle, offering attractive walks in the grounds amongst its collection of exotic trees and shrubs and in its Victorian walled garden (entrance to Plas Newydd and Penrhyn Castle included). Full Day Excursion to Gwydir Castle and Bodnant Gardens. We spend the morning at the fine Elizabethan Gardens of the splendid Tudor Gwydir Castle and continue to Bodnant Gardens, widely acknowledged as one of the world’s most spectacular gardens, not to mention its stunning views across to Snowdonia. We return on a picturesque journey via Betws-y-Coed (entrance to Gwydir Castle and Bodnant Gardens included).

5 days from £192

Llandudno & Snowdonia Llandudno boasts two superb beaches, well preserved Victorian architecture, broad tree-lined streets and elegant shops which all combine to produce Britain’s most complete resort.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Anglesey, Beaumaris and Bangor. We travel to Anglesey with time to explore the charming town of Beaumaris before paying a visit to LlanfairPG, famous not only for its inordinately long name, but also for Pringle’s Woollen Mills, where we have a short stop. We continue to Bangor before returning to Llandudno. Full Day Excursion to Caernarvon and Snowdonia. A magnificent journey today takes us along the shores of Conwy Bay to Caernarvon, with its splendid castle beside the harbour. We then turn inland through to Porthmadog. We see more of Snowdonia on the return journey via Llanberis, at the foot of Snowdon.

Hydro Hotel

What’s Included

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Plas Newydd, Penrhyn Castle, Gwydir Castle and Bodnant Gardens

Hydro Hotel

What’s Included

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions

Holiday Prices Holiday 5351 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £192 June 3, 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £202 July 1, 8, 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £212 Aug 5, 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £212 Sept 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £212 Sept 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £206 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £15

Bodnant Gardens

A Leisureplex Hotel

Hydro Hotel

Llanberis

A Leisureplex Hotel

Holiday Prices Holiday 5353 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £214 May 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £219 June 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £224 July 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £224 Aug 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £224 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £15

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Criccieth & Snowdonia Based in Criccieth with its splendid castle and lovely beaches, this holiday offers remarkable contrasts: the awesome mountains of Snowdonia, and the romantic village of Portmeirion.

Ffestiniog Railway

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Portmeirion Village. This unique village is set on its own peninsula on the southern shores of Snowdonia. Its dreamlike Italianate quality made it the setting for the famous TV series The Prisoner. (entrance included in tour cost).

George IV Hotel Criccieth This latest addition to the Leisureplex group is situated on the High Street in the centre of Criccieth with magnificent views towards the sea and castle from many bedrooms. All 47 bedrooms are centrally heated and have bath or shower and WC (mostly bath and WC), hair dryer, TV, intercom and tea/coffee making facilities. Extensive public areas include a delightful cocktail bar, a large restaurant, entertainment room with additional bar and a cosy lounge. A small lift serves first and second floors but not the third floor. Tel: 01766 522168.

We pack in visits to three of the “Great Little Trains of Wales” in an itinerary that takes in some of the most spectacular scenery in Britain.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Ffestiniog Railway. We travel first to Porthmadog before taking the most famous of the Great Little Trains up to Blaenau Ffestiniog, in the heart of the Welsh slate mining area. Full Day Excursion to Snowdon and Llanberis Lake Railway. Llanberis Lake lies at the foot of Snowdon, the highest mountain in Wales with majestic views. We return via Swallow Falls. Full Day Excursion to Llangollen and Bala Lake. We head over the lovely Horseshoe Pass to Llangollen in the Dee Valley before turning west to Bala for a trip on the Bala Lake Railway.

A Leisureplex Hotel

Fares on the three railway journeys are included in the tour cost.

George IV Hotel

Great Little Trains of Wales

Swallow Falls

5 days from £206

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Entrance to Portmeirion • Railway trip

Hydro Hotel

What’s Included

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 3 full day excursions • 3 Train Rides

Holiday 5352 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £211 June 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £216 July 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £216 Aug 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £216 Sept 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £206 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22 Sea View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £15

Holiday Prices

Portmeirion

A Leisureplex Hotel

Snowdonia

Llangollen

Holiday Prices Holiday 5366 - 5 Days Departs Wednesday - Returns Sunday May 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £186 May 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £209 June 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £214 June 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £224 July 8, 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £224 Aug 5, 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £224 Sept 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £224 Sept 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £214 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £22

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Taste of Ireland

Galway

Galway City

County Wicklow is known as ‘The Garden of Ireland’, a land blessed with natural seaside sights, uncrowded towns and the serenely rolling vales so familiar on our television screens in ‘Ballykissangel’. Just to the north lies Dublin, a thriving international city with an absorbing cultural and historical character. The capital is also the spiritual home of Jameson, Guinness and, consequently, the renowned ‘craic’ (good times)! We are based in the well established seaside resort of Bray, which is virtually a suburb of Dublin and offers easy access to the centre on the DART rapid transit system.

5 days from £319

Holiday Itinerary Monday North West - Holyhead - Dublin - Bray.

Heart of Ireland

Tuesday Full Day Excursion to Dublin. We have a morning guided sightseeing tour of Dublin (included in the tour cost) followed by an afternoon free to explore the delights of this bustling Georgian capital, now a truly European city. Discover Trinity College, Dublin Castle, its two majestic cathedrals, many museums and follow in the literary footsteps of Joyce, Yeats and Shaw.

This tour offers a slightly different view of Ireland being based in Athlone, in the geographical centre of Ireland. Sean’s Bar is the oldest hostelry in the British Isles and Athlone boasts the best shopping in Ireland outside of Dublin. It sits astride the River Shannon at the base of Loch Ree and is a town of such strategic importance that it was repeatedly the scene of fighting, especially in the troubled seventeenth century. It is surrounded by the vast bog plains which we see during a fascinating train ride. We also visit ancient Clonmacnoise allows us a glimpse of Irish history; and we learn the secrets of Irish whiskey. The tour includes an excursion to lively Galway at the mouth of the mighty Shannon.

Wednesday Full Day Excursion to the Irish National Stud and North Wicklow Mountains. The Irish National Stud is not just of interest to fans of horse racing. Its Japanese Gardens are world famous (entrance included in the tour cost). We return via Blessington and Granabeg in the northern part of the Wicklow Hills. Thursday Full Day Excursion to Powerscourt House and Avoca. This majestic 18th century house has some exquisite interiors, particularly the ballroom, and an immense 45 acres of formal and informal gardens (entrance included in the tour cost). We also travel through the sourthern Wicklow Hills to Avoca, the village made famous by BBC’s Ballykissangel. Friday Bray - Dublin - Holyhead - Burtonwood - Home.

Holiday Itinerary Monday North West - Holyhead - Dublin - Athlone. Arriving in time for a late dinner. Tuesday Full Day Excursion to Clonmacnoise. The Clonmacnoise and West Offaly Railway runs through Blackwater Bog near Shannonbridge and along the 9km journey we learn about the history of the bogs. Clonmacnoise, also situated on the River Shannon, is an important and striking monastic site from the sixth century founded by St. Kieran. The remarkably well preserved ruins include high crosses, round towers and the remains of six churches (train fare included in the tour cost). Wednesday At leisure in Athlone. Thursday Athlone - Galway - Dublin. We travel west for a look at Galway, vibrant city on the Atlantic coast with a tradition for music, horse racing and lively, friendly pubs. We return across Ireland to Dublin for our overnight stay. Friday Dublin - Holyhead - Burtonwood - Home.

• 3 nights’ dinner, room & breakfast in Athlone • 1 night dinner, room & breakfast in Dublin • 2 sightseeing excursions • Railway excursion

Avoca, Ballykissangel

Athlone Located to the west of the Shannon River just 5 minutes from Athlone’s centre, the Shamrock Lodge Hotel has all the modern comforts whilst still retaining the traditional Irish hospitality. The restaurant offers waiter served meals and there is a well stocked bar. Most of the 64 bedrooms have bath and shower, WC, satellite TV, telephone, hairdryer, radio and tea/coffee making facilities. A lift serves all floors. Tel. 00353 (0) 906 492601

What’s Included

Holiday Prices Holiday 883 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday June 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £334 July 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £334 Aug 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £334 Sept 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £319 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £69

Powerscourt Gardens

Shamrock Lodge Country House Hotel

Royal Hotel

What’s Included

Bray This splendid hotel is situated in the heart of Bray, a short walk from the sea front. All bedrooms have bath or shower and WC, telephone, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. It has a superb leisure centre with swimming pool, children’s fun pool, whirlpool, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi and gymnasium. The Royal has a spacoius restaurant serving wholesome food. Entertainment is provided in Quinns Bar at least once during our stay. Lift to all floors. Tel: 00353 1286 2935

• 4 nights’ dinner, room & breakfast in Bray • 3 sightseeing excursions • Visit to Irish National Stud • Guided tour of Dublin • Entrance to Powerscourt House

Holiday Prices Holiday 885 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £314 June 1, 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £319 July 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Aug 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £329 Aug 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £319 Sept 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £319 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £84

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Cork & Wexford

Lakes of Killarney

Some of Ireland’s most famous attractions await us on this delightful tour as we explore a captivating combination of sublime scenery, torrid history and wistfully romantic legend. Our base is Dungarvan, at the mouth of the Colligan River, site of a fort constructed by the Normans to control the river crossing and subjugate the local population. Dungarvan has an attractive market square and a harbour popular with yachtsmen. Our excursions take us to Cork and Blarney and we also include a visit to the factory of the world famous Waterford Crystal.

Holiday Itinerary

Muckross House

7/8 days from £439/£489

Sunday North West - Holyhead - Dublin. Arriving in time for dinner.

Kerry & Dingle

Monday Dublin - Wexford - Waterford - Dungarvan. We continue southwards via the lovely seaside town of Wexford, before reaching Waterford and visit the famous glassware factory with a chance, of course, to begin or expand your collection of this exquisite glassware (entrance included in the tour cost). We arrive in Dungarvan in time for dinner.

Killarney, justifiably Ireland’s most popular tourist destination, is surrounded by a breathtaking landscape in which Mother Nature’s rugged mountain faces are mirrored in the serene visage of Killarney’s Three Lakes. Soaking up some of the breathtaking scenery is an absolute must; whether by water, on a tranquil boat trip on the loughs (lakes), or by land in one of the quirky “Jaunting Cars” unique to this beautiful area of Ireland. You may also wish to visit the remarkable Ross Castle. The bustling centre of Killarney Town itself offers enough shops and cafés to give an authentic taster of the warm Irish welcome for which the country is so famous.

Tuesday At leisure in Dungarvan. Wednesday Full Day Excursion to Cork and Blarney. We travel to Cork, the largest city in the south of the Republic. Just outside the city is Blarney Castle home of the famous “Stone of Eloquence” (entrance included in the tour cost). Thursday Dungarvan - Kilkenny - Dublin. A scenic day lies ahead as we pause at historic Cashel before including a stop at Kilkenny with its stately grey stone castle (entrance included in the tour cost). We return to Dublin for a last night’s stay. Friday Dublin - Holyhead - Burtonwood - Home.

Holiday Itinerary

Scott’s Hotel

What’s Included

Killarney Located in the heart of Killarney and completely rebuilt in 2006 from the old Scotts Garden Hotel, Scott’s Hotel combines modern facilities with traditional comfort and elegance. The spacious bedrooms have bath or shower and WC, flat screen TV, hair dryer, and tea/coffee making facilities. The restaurant provides both international and Irish cuisine. In addition to the residents bar and cosy lounge there is a patio area on a pedestrian precinct and Scott’s Bar which is popular with residents and locals, having live music most evenings. A lift serves all floors. Tel: 00353 64 31060

• 7/8 days - 6/7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Guided tour of the Ring of Kerry

Half Penny Bridge, Dublin

8 Day Tour 881: Departs Saturday, Returns Saturday with two free days in Killarney 7 Day Tour 882: Departs Sunday, Returns Saturday with one free day in Killarney Day 1 North West - Holyhead - Dublin. Arriving in time for a late dinner at the Tara Towers Hotel. Day 2 Dublin - Limerick - Killarney. EXCURSIONS INCLUDED (both tours): Full Day Excursion to Tralee and Dingle Peninsula. The spectacular Dingle Peninsula has memorable coastal scenery. The busy town of Tralee boasts many tourist facilities including the National Folk Theatre of Ireland. Full Day Excursion to the Ring of Kerry. Truly a day to remember as we take the unforgettable guided tour around the Ring of Kerry with its wild seascapes and stunning countryside. Day 6/7 Killarney - Limerick - Dublin. Staying at the Regency Hotel, Dublin. Day 7/8 Dublin - Holyhead - Burtonwood - Home.

Holiday 882 - 7 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Saturday May 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £439 Sept 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £439 Holiday 881 - 8 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Saturday June 20, 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £489 July 4, 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £499 Aug 8, 22, 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £499 Supplements per person Single Room (7 days) . . . . . . . . . £139 Single Room (8 days) . . . . . . . . . £159

Tipperary, Rock Of Cashel

Holiday Prices

Lawlor’s Hotel

What’s Included

Dungarvan Situated in the heart of Dungarvan next to the old market square with its numerous shops and bars, and nearby to the new modern shopping centre. There is a comfortable lounge in addition to a modern lounge bar and large restaurant with a reputation for excellent home cooked food. All 90 bedrooms are spacious and well furnished having private bath and shower, satellite TV, and tea/coffee making facilities. A lift serves all floors. Tel. 00353 (0)58 41122

• 5 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 1 full day excursion • Entrance to Waterford Glass Factory • Entrance to Blarney Castle • Entrance to Kilkenny Castle

Holiday Prices Holiday 887 - 6 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Friday May 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £349 June 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £359 July 5, 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £359 Aug 9, 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £359 Sept 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £349 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £84

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Irish Jaunts

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6 days from £349

Cork & Wexford

Muckross House

Lakes of Killarney

7/8 days from £439/£489

Holiday Itinerary Sunday North West - Holyhead - Dublin. Arriving in time for dinner.

Kerry & Dingle

Holiday Itinerary

Scott’s Hotel

What’s Included

• 7/8 days - 6/7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 full day excursions • Guided tour of the Ring of Kerry

Half Penny Bridge, Dublin

Tipperary, Rock Of Cashel

Holiday Prices

Lawlor’s Hotel

What’s Included

• 5 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 1 full day excursion • Entrance to Waterford Glass Factory • Entrance to Blarney Castle • Entrance to Kilkenny Castle

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Irish Jaunts

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Derry & Donegal Mayo, Nephin Mountain

The vibrant city of Derry or Londonderry sits astride the fast flowing River Foyle. The old city on the river’s western bank is the only completely walled city in Ireland. Its 17th century walls are the most visible sign of a turbulent 1500 years of history.

Holiday Itinerary Sunday North West - Holyhead - Dublin - Dundalk. For our overnight stay at the Carrikdale Hotel , north of Dundalk on the Newry road.

Westport

Monday Northern Ireland - Belfast - Derry. We cross the border into the north and take a brief look at Belfast on our way to Derry. Tuesday Full Day Excursion to Letterkenny and Donegal. Donegal lies across the border into the Republic where the River Eske flows into the Atlantic. Its recently restored castle was originally built in the 15th century. There is also a craft village, the home of Magee’s, the famous tweed makers.

Mayo & Galway

Wednesday At leisure in Derry. Thursday Full Day Excursion to Giant’s Causeway. We travel along the beautiful Foyle estuary visiting the lovely coastal towns of Portstewart and Portrush on our way to see this geological wonder of the world. Returning via Bushmills, home of the world’s oldest whiskey distillery.

This tour offers some of the very best of Ireland’s vigorous and aweinspiring natural beauty, with breathtaking coastlines and bulging mountains. Mayo’s scenery is expansive and bare, with a rugged coastline. The popular seaside town of Westport offers varied shops and lively cafés. Further south is the prosperous and cosmopolitan city of Galway. We are based in Castlebar, Mayo’s county town which is centrally situated for all our visits.

Friday Derry - Dublin. Overnight at the Regency Hotel outskirts of Dublin Saturday Dublin - Holyhead - Burtonwood - Home.

White Horse Hotel Derry This modern hotel is situated a 10 minute walk from Loch Foyle beside the Donegal Hills, five minutes’ drive east of the city centre with a regular bus service from outside the hotel. There is an indoor swimming pool, sauna and fitness centre. There is a pleasant restaurant serving both international and Irish cuisine and a cocktail lounge. Its 56 bedrooms are spacious and lavishly equipped with bath or shower and WC, TV, phone and tea/coffee making facilities. Tel: 028 7186 0606

Holiday Itinerary Sunday North West - Holyhead - Dublin. For our overnight stay at the Ardmore Hotel on the outskirts of Dublin. Monday Dublin - Strokestown Park House - Castlebar. We travel across the Emerald Isle, stopping at the stately 18th Century Strokestown Park House for a look around (included in the tour cost) before continuing to Castlebar. Tuesday Full Day Excursion to Westport and Connemara. We visit the pretty town of Westport which lies in the shadow of Croagh Patrick, one of Europe’s best known places of Pilgrimage, and with stunning views of the ‘drumlins’, a myriad of small hills which emerge from the sea. The rugged Twelve Pins mountain range dominate the Connemara National Park. We visit Kylemore Abbey, often regarded as one of Ireland’s most romantic buildings. We return via Cong, of ‘The Quiet Man’ fame. Wednesday At leisure in Castlebar.

Bushmills Distillery

Thursday Full Day Excursion to Knock and Galway. We have a short stop at the pilgrimage town of Knock before continuing travel south past the spectacular mountains of Mayo to the exuberance of Galway City. Friday Castlebar - Dublin. To the capital for our overnight stay at the Ardmore Hotel, Dublin . Saturday Dublin - Holyhead - Burtonwood - Home.

Days Hotel

What’s Included

Castlebar Opened in 2006 the Days Hotel is situated close to the centre of Castlebar town in Co. Mayo with shops and attractions all nearby. The hotel has a clean chic decor throughout. The Harlequin restaurant provides a relaxed atmosphere with ample space to enjoy the international and Irish cuisine on offer. All 90 bedrooms are of modern design with bath and power shower, hairdryer, iron, satellite TV, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. A lift serves all floors. Tel. 00353 (0)94 9286200

• 4 nights’ dinner, room & breakfast in Castlebar • 2 nights’ dinner, room & breakfast in Dublin • 2 sightseeing excursions from Castlebar • Visit to Strokestown Park House

Giants Causeway

Holiday Prices Holiday 884 - 7 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Saturday May 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £409 June 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £419 July 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £429 Aug 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £429 Sept 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £429 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £89

, on the

White Horse Hotel

7 days from £409

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room & breakfast in Derry • 1 night’s dinner, room & breakfast near Dundalk • 1 night’s dinner, room & breakfast in Dublin • 2 sightseeing excursions from Derry • Visit to Giant’s Causeway

Holiday Prices Holiday 886 - 7 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Saturday May 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £389 June 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £399 Aug 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £399 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £109

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Dutch Bulbfields In springtime the fields of Holland burst into colour and from our base in Ostend we visit the famous Keukenhof Gardens, the largest flower garden in Europe. Walking through the gardens you will experience strong scents from the tulips, daffodils, hyacinths and other varieties of spring bulbs and many other plants and flowers.

Bruges

Excursions Included Ostend

Full Day Excursion to Keukenhof Gardens. A long and rewarding day as we travel into Holland to see the famous bulbs known throughout the world as a symbol of the horticultural genius of Holland. Millions of bulbs explode into an overwhelming colourful display. (Entrance included in tour cost)

5 days from £239

Full Day Excursion to Ghent. Often referred as the Heart of Flanders, Ghent is an historic town with cobbled streets and pleasant street cafes in the many little squares which are alongside pretty canals. (Guided walking tour included in tour cost.)

Highlights of Belgium

Keukenhof

Graslei, Ghent

Ostend is nearer than many of the British resorts featured elsewhere in our brochure and makes an ideal short break destination. Today we think of it primarily as a seaside resort - it was the height of fashion in the Edwardian period - due to its miles of fine sandy beaches and excellent bathing facilities. But Ostend is also an ancient town with a lively and historic port, the “Gateway to the Continent”. It was the scene of a three year siege in the early seventeenth century and suffered severe damage in the Second World War. Today it is devoted to more tranquil pursuits and offers a wide variety of entertainments to suit all tastes from the excitement of the famous “Kursaal” casino and the racecourse to the lively cafés and bars. There is a famous market, a profusion of shops, lovely quiet parks and a splendid promenade.

Excursions Included Full Day Excursion to Bruges, the “Venice of the North”. We include a guided walking tour of this splendidly preserved medieval town which has a wealth of historic buildings dating mainly from the 13th, 14th and 15th centuries and there is also some excellent shopping.

Ostend Hotel

Full Day Excursion to Brussels. We include a guided tour of Belgium’s capital which has been a major trading centre since the 11th century and boasts many fabulous medieval buildings including those on the spectacular Grand Place. As the centre of the European Community it is also a vibrant modern city.

Ostend Situated approximately 150 metres from the beach and a few minutes’ walk from the centre of Ostend. This centrally heated hotel offers a bar, reception lounge, sauna and solarium. The spacious restaurant serves international cuisine with some oriental dishes. All bedrooms have private bath or shower and WC, TV and telephone. Lift to all floors. Tel: 0032 5970 4625

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and Continental buffet breakfast in Ostend • Excursions as detailed • Guided tours of Bruges and Brussels

Ostend Hotel Holiday Prices Holiday 810 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday June 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £239 June 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £244 July 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £259 Aug 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £259 Sept 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £259 Sept 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £244 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £64

Keukenhof

What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and Continental buffet breakfast in Ostend • Excursions as detailed • Entrance to Keukenhof Gardens • Guided walking tour of Ghent

Holiday Prices Holiday 811 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday Apr 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £254 May 4, 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £254 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £64

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Great War in Flanders

Paris & Monet’s Garden

Holiday Itinerary Monday North West - Dover - Calais - Menin. Arriving in time for a late dinner. Tuesday Full Day Excursion to the Belgian Somme. We spend the morning in Ypres and visit the ‘In Flanders Fields’ Museum (entrance included). In the afternoon we have an included expert guide on a tour of the battlefields with visits to Passchendale and Essex Farm Cemetery.

Based on the outskirts of Paris we have ample time to explore the this romantic French capital with its shops, street cafes, bars, museums and famous monuments. A boat trip on the Seine is worthwhile and relaxing, whist getting about in the city could not be easier via the fast metro system. We have added a visit to Giverny, the garden home where the 19th century impressionist painter Claude Monet spent so much time creating his masterpieces.

Wednesday At leisure in Menin.

Holiday Itinerary

Menin Located just 500 yards from the marketplace in this small Belgian town very close to the French border and war memorials of Ypres. The Ambassador offers a warm welcome and provides friendly service. Recently refurbished, the hotel has a fitness room, relaxing reading lounge, a cosy bar and a restaurant enjoying views of the garden. All 34 bedrooms have bath or shower and WC and TV. A lift serves all floors. Tel: 0032 56 313272

Thursday Full Day Excursion to the French Somme. Today we visit Peronne and the ‘Histoire de la Grande Guerre’ Museum (entrance included). With our included expert guide we tour the Battlefields with visits to Vimy Ridge, Thiepval Cemetery and Arras Memorial. Friday Menin - Calais - Dover - Burtonwood - Home.

Best Western Hotel Ambassador

Monday North West - Dover - Calais - Roissy. (Dinner is not included on day 1). Tuesday Full day Excursion to Paris. We drive into the city centre today and have a full day in Paris (a guided city sightseeing tour is included in the tour cost) and there will be plenty of free time for individual exploration and shopping. Wednesday Day at leisure. The village of Roissy is a short walk down the road, or why not take the hotel shuttle to the rail station where a metro train will take you to the centre of Paris for another day in ths glamorous and atmospheric city. Thursday Giverny - Abbeville - St.Omer/Dunkirk. Today we travel to the beautiful garden home at Giverny of Claude Monet, perhaps the greatest of French impressionist painters (Entrance to Monet’s garden is included in the tour cost). You will see the bridge over the pond and the ‘Lilies’ so famous and inspiring. In the afternoon we continue to the Calais area for our last night’s stay.

Menin Gate

What’s Included • 1 night’s room & breakfast and 2 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast in Paris • 1 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast near Calais • Excursions as listed • Guided tour of Paris • Entrance to Monet’s Garden

Holiday Prices Holiday 857 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday July 13, 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £269 Aug 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £269 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £89

WW1 Trenches

Roissy Situated just outside Roissy near Charles de Gaulle airport, this hotel has well appointed bedrooms served by two lifts, with bath, shower and WC, soundproof windows, TV, telephone, iron, hair dryer, mini bar and tea/coffee making facilities. The Lounge Bar offers bar snacks and a “happy hour” from 6-7pm. There is a courtyard with garden and terrace. The waiter served dinners offer international and french cuisine whilst breakfasts are buffet style. A free shuttle bus operates every 15 minutes to CDG Airport where metro trains run to Paris Gare de Lyon. Tel: 0033 130 182100

What’s Included • Excursions as listed • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast in Menin • Entrance to ‘In Flanders Field’ Museum and ‘Histoire de la Guerre’ Museum • Two guided tours

Holiday Prices

Friday Calais - Dover - Home. Via our interchange where we rejoin our feeder coaches for the journey home

Hotel Park Inn Paris CDG

Best Western Hotel Ambassador

5 days only £269

Monet’s Garden

Paris

This tour takes in the fields of Northern France and Flanders to see where our forefathers fought between 1914 and 1918 and to appreciate the extent of the sacrifice and suffering of what became known as ‘The Great War’. We visit Ypres the vital communications centre of Flanders, taking in the horrors of trench warfare at Passchendaele and Essex Farm Cemetery. The 1st July 1916 was the most costly day for the British Army on the Somme and in this area we also visit the museum, cemetery and memorial of Peronne, Thiepval and Arras respectively in the company of local experts.

Holiday 855 - 5 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday June 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £269 Aug 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £269 Sept 14, 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £269 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £89

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Dordogne

Amsterdam

Valkenburg

Originating in the Puy district of extinct volcanos, the Dordogne flows west for almost 300 miles into the Garonne near Bordeaux. Its valley is one of spectacular gorges and frequent dams, marked with innumerable castles. Our base is Loubressac, a small village with spectacular views over the valley, including Castelnau, one of the most important castles in France. This area was one of the cradles of early humanity and the caves at Lascaux (closed to protect them) were home to Cro-Magnon man and contain the world’s most famous prehistoric art. Our excursions take us both up and down the valley as we savour this delightful area with its distinctive sights, sounds and scents of the French southwest.

9 days from £439

Valkenburg & Amsterdam

Holiday Itinerary

A castle ruin overlooks the centre of Valkenburg, undoubtedly one of Holland’s most popular holiday resorts. During the day there are swimming pools, entertainment parks, some fascinating caves including a reproduction of Roman catacombs, mini-golf, an open air theatre and some lovely walks. In the evening the town boasts a lively night life ranging from a famous casino down to the busy cafés and bars.

Sunday Compiegne - Limousin - Loubressac.

Saturday North West - Dover - Calais - Compiegne. Arriving at our overnight hotel at Compeigne in the late evening. (Dinner is not included on day 1.) Monday Full Day Excursion to Brive-la-Gaillarde. We journey up the Dordogne valley to Monceaux-sur-Dordogne before turning north west to the Limousin area and the important town of Brive on the western edge of the Massif Central. Tuesday Half Day Excursion to Rocamadour. A spectacular medieval town hugging the cliff side, for centuries a place of pilgimage to the Virgin Mary. Wednesday At Leisure in Loubressac. Thursday Full Day Excursion to Cahors. Leaving the Dordogne late morning we travel south to the equally spectacular valley of the River Lot and the fascinating medieval town of Cahors, capital of the departement.

Holiday Itinerary Saturday North West - Dover - Calais - Lille. Arriving at our overnight hotel near Lille. (Dinner is not included on day 1)

Friday Dordogne - Paris - Lille. We retrace the journey of the second day to our overnight stop near Lille.

Sunday Flanders - Brussels - Holland. We continue into Belgium and on to its capital city, Brussels, for a look at the Sunday market held in the Grand Place. Continuing at a leisurely pace we enter Holland and so to our hotel in Valkenburg.

Saturday Lille - Calais - Dover - Home. Via Burtonwood Interchange where we rejoin the feeder coaches.

Monday Half Day Excursion to Maastricht. Maastricht is now well known as the place where the 1991 Treaty on European Union was signed, but this is just the latest episode in a long history as an important crossroads. Its cathedral of St.Servatius was founded in the 6th Century and is the oldest church in Holland.

Relais de Castelnau What’s Included Loubressac Situated near the attractive small village of Loubressac with spectacular views of the Dordogne valley and Castelnau Castle from the restaurant and many of the bedrooms. Its 40 bedrooms are simply decorated and spacious with bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, TV and mini bar. There is an outdoor swimming pool, bar and pleasant terrace. No lift. Tel: 0033 565 108090

Tuesday Full Day Excursion to Cologne. Cologne is one of the oldest cities in Germany. Its magnificent cathedral is one of the icons of the Rhineland. Wednesday-Thursday At leisure. Friday Full Day Excursion to Amsterdam. With its beautiful old merchants’ houses and quaint canals is undoubtedly one of Europe’s most enchanting cities. Saturday Valkenburg - Antwerp - St.Omer/Dunkirk. We travel through northern Belgium to Antwerp where we have a brief view of the city before continuing along the Calais area for our overnight stay.

Valkenburg In the heart of Valkenburg, handy for all the shops, bars and street cafes, the Hotel Walram offers a relaxing atmosphere. Rooms have bath or shower and WC, TV, hair dryer. Tea/coffee making facilities available from reception. The dining room has table served dinners and buffet breakfasts. The indoor pool is free for guests’ use while extra charges apply for use of the sauna. The cosy lounge bar offers a warm welcome and there is a separate TV lounge and a terrace for use in the summer. Lift serves all floors. Tel: 0031 436013047

What’s Included • 6 nights’ dinner, room and Continental/Buffet breakfast in Valkenburg • 1 nights’ room and Continental breakfast in Lille • 1 nights dinner, room and breakfast near Dunkirk • Excursions as listed

Holiday Prices Holiday 905 - 9 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Sunday May 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £439 June 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £449 July 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £449 Aug 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £449 Sept 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £439 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £89

Cahors

Best Western Hotel Walram

Rocamadour

Sunday Calais - Dover - Home. Via Burtonwood Interchange where we rejoin our feeder coaches.

• 5 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast in Loubressac • 1 nights’ room and breakfast in Compeigne • 1 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast in Lille • Excursions as listed

Holiday Prices Holiday 859 - 8 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Saturday June 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £429 July 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £439 July 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £459 Aug 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £439 Sept 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £429 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £134

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Chamonix

River Thiou, Annecy

Harz Mountains & Berlin

9 days from £469

Nestling at the head of its lake, Annecy is both an important tourist centre and a busy city. Its old town, dominated by the castle, is very photogenic with narrow cobbled streets lined with charming arcades. Alongside the sleepy river there are lovely sunny quays with delightful cafés and flowers in profusion. In contrast to nearby Geneva, Annecy was staunchly Catholic during the Reformation and its cathedral is one of many historic buildings dating from those turbulent times. If you tire of exploring the historic buildings and the many shops and cafés, take a swim in the lovely waters of the lake or relax in the shady parks.

Holiday Itinerary Saturday North West - Dover - Calais - Champagne Region. Arriving in Laon in the northern Champagne area for our overnight stay. (Dinner is not included on day 1.) Sunday Laon - Burgundy - Annecy. We continue south through the most famous wine growing areas past Dijon and Chalon before turning into the mountains of Savoy and on to our resort. Monday Half Day Excursion to Aix-les-Bains. One of the most fashionable spa resorts in Europe during the 19th century, near to the beautiful Lac du Bourget. Tuesday Full Day Excursion to Chamonix. We travel along the shores of Lake Annecy and through spectacular Alpine scenery to Chamonix. Wednesday-Thursday At leisure in Annecy. Friday Full Day Excursion to Geneva. Situated on the shores of Lake Geneva where the mighty Rhone leaves the lake. Saturday Annecy - Reims - St.Omer/Dunkirk. We retrace our steps to northern France for our overnight stay in the Calais area. Sunday Calais - Dover - Home. Via Burtonwood Interchange where we rejoin the feeder coaches.

What’s Included

Annecy Sud This excellent hotel is located on the edge of town with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool and poolside restaurant for the summer season, the “La Boiserie” restaurant and a cosy bar and lounge. All rooms have telephone, satellite TV, private bath and shower, WC and air conditioning. Tel: 0033 450 520966

• 6 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast in Annecy • 1 night’s room and breakfast in Laon • 1 night’s dinner, room and breakfast near Dunkirk • Excursions as listed

Ramada Hotel Bären Goslar Located outside the historic town of Goslar in a quiet residential area and peaceful setting, the Ramada Hotel Baren offers a warm welcome and friendly service. The hotel has an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna and steam room, a spacious restaurant with bar and outdoor terraced area, lawned gardens with sun beds and a separate basement bar where evening entertainment is held occasionally. All 165 rooms have bath or shower and WC and TV. A lift serves all 3 floors. Tel: 0049 5321 7820

Brandenberg Gate, Berlin

Holiday Prices Holiday 852 - 9 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Sunday May 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £489 June 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £479 July 4, 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £479 Aug 1, 15, 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £479 Sept 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £479 Sept 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £469 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £149

Holiday Itinerary Saturday North West - Dover - Calais - Brussels. Late arrival near Brussels (Dinner is not provided on day 1). Sunday Brussels - Maastricht - Rhine - Mohne Dam - Goslar. Heading steadily east we cross the Rhine near Cologne and then have a short stop at the Mohne Dam, scene of the famous Dambusters raid before continuing across Germany to Goslar. Monday Full Day Tour of the Harz Mountains. We take a scenic tour through the hills including visits to the beautiful towns of Bad Harzburg and Wernigerode. Tuesday Half Day Tour to Quedlinburg. A short excursion to this Unesco World Heritage town with its innumerable medieval buildings and burial site of Heinrich I, the first German king. Wednesday At leisure in Goslar. Thursday Full Day Tour to Berlin. Including a short guided sightseeing tour of the city. We return to our hotel for a late dinner. Friday Goslar - Dortmund - Duisburg - Gent - St.Omer/Dunkirk. Saturday Dunkirk - Calais - Dover - Home. Via Burtonwood Interchange where we rejoin the feeder coaches.

Annecy & French Alps

Hotel Mercure

This fascinating tour is based in the beautiful Harz Mountains, an area of gently rolling hills clad in pine forests and full of fairy tale myths. Scattered amongst the hills are numerous romantic medieval villages including Unesco World Heritage sites such as Quedlinburg and Goslar. Our base is Goslar with its medieval buildings in the old town centre, where there are cobbled and crooked streets in which shopping is a true delight. In addition to visiting the villages of the Harz, we include a visit to one of Europe’s greatest cities, Berlin with its famous Brandenburg Gate so often the pivot of Europe’s destiny in the past three centuries.

What’s Included • 5 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast in Goslar • 1 night’s room and breakfast near Brussels • 1 night’s dinner, room and breakfast near Dunkirk • Excursions as listed

Holiday Prices Holiday 864 - 8 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Saturday May 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £409 June 13, 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £419 Aug 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £419 Sept 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £419 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £89

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Little Trains of Germany

St.Goarshausen

From our base at St.Goarshausen, in the heart of the Rhine valley, at the narrowest and most spectacular point in the Rhine Gorge, we take trips on two fascinating railways. The Drachenfels is a Swiss style rack railway from the heart of Konigswinter to the top of the Drachenfels mountain. Our other railway journey is on the lovely Brohltal railway through the valley of one of the smaller tributaries of the mighty Rhine.

Holiday Itinerary Saturday North West - Dover - Calais - Lille. Arriving at our overnight hotel (Dinner is not included on day 1). Sunday Aachen - Cologne - St.Goarshausen. We continue through southern Belgium to Aachen and Cologne and then to St.Goarshausen. Monday Full Day Excursion to Konigswinter and the Drachenfels Railway. Konigswinter is on the Rhine, just south of Bonn. From here we take an up and down return train ride on the Drachensfels Cog Railway 40 minutes uphill to the Seibengebirge (seven hills) and Drachenfels Castle (train ride included in the tour cost). We return via the Rhine bank and Koblenz. Tuesday & Wednesday At leisure in St.Goarshausen. Thursday Full Day Excursion to the Moselle Valley and Vulcan Express Railway. Today we travel to the Brohltal railway to catch the Vulcan Express, so named because it takes us through the volcanic Eifel Mountains to Engeln. We return via the Moselle Valley by coach, passing Cochem. Friday Full Day Excursion to Rüdesheim. A short journey brings us to the riverside towns of Assmanshausen and Rüdesheim. Saturday Rhineland - Monschau - St.Omer/Dunkirk. We travel across the Eifel Mountains to the idyllic town of Monschau where we have a short stop before continuing to our overnight hotel in the Calais area. Sunday Calais - Dover - Home. Via Burtonwood interchange where we rejoin our feeder coaches.

9 days from £409

Rhine Valley St.Goarshausen, in the heart of the Rhine valley, lies on the east bank of the Rhine at the narrowest and most spectacular point in the Rhine Gorge. The imposing Castle Katz towers above the river which is a constant source of interest and always busy with both cargo vessels and pleasure craft. This area is famed in both history and legend and abounds with medieval castles and mythical hero tales.

Pohl’s Rheinhotel Adler

Monday Full Day Excursion to Koblenz and Lahn Valley. In the morning we visit the ancient city of Koblenz, at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers, before journeying up the River Lahn to Bad Ems.

St Goarshausen Situated in the heart of St.Goarshausen beside the river, the Adler is managed by Mrs Pohl who looks forward to welcoming our guests. The hotel offers a restaurant, roof-top terrace garden and indoor swimming pool. The Mailcoach Bar offers occasional dancing. All bedrooms have private bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, telephone, radio-alarm clock and cable TV. The lift serves most rooms. Tel: 0049 6771 2613

Tuesday & Wednesday At leisure in St.Goarshausen. Thursday Full Day Excursion to the Hunsruck and Moselle Valley. We cross the Rhine by ferry and then through the wooded Hunsruck Hills to the famous wine town of Bernkastel. In the afternoon, we follow the Moselle downstream to Cochem and Koblenz. Friday Full Day Excursion to Rüdesheim. A short journey brings us to the riverside towns of Assmanshausen and Rüdesheim. Saturday Rhineland - Monschau - St.Omer/Dunkirk. We travel across the Eifel Mountains to the idyllic town of Monschau where we have a short stop before continuing to our overnight hotel in the Calais area. Sunday Calais - Dover - Home. Via Burtonwood interchange where we rejoin our feeder coaches.

St Goarshausen Situated in the heart of St.Goarshausen beside the river, the Adler is managed personally by Mrs Pohl who looks forward to welcoming our guests. The hotel offers a restaurant, roof-top terrace garden and indoor swimming pool. The Mailcoach Bar offers occasional dancing. All bedrooms have private bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, telephone, radio-alarm clock and cable TV. The lift serves most rooms. Tel: 0049 6771 2613

What’s Included • 6 nights’ dinner, room and continental breakfast in St.Goarshausen • 1 nights’ room and Continental breakfast in Lille • 1 night’s dinner, room and continental breakfast en route • Excursions as listed

Holiday Prices Holiday 860 - 9 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Sunday May 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £409 June 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £414 July 11, Aug 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £434 Sept 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £434 Oct 3, 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £414 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £109

Bernkastel, Moselle Valley

Pohl’s Rheinhotel Adler

What’s Included • 6 nights’ dinner, room and continental breakfast in St.Goarshausen • 1 nights’ room and continental breakfast in Lille • 1 night’s dinner, room and continental breakfast en route • Excursions as listed • 2 train journeys

Holiday Prices Holiday 861 - 9 Days Departs Saturday - Returns Sunday May 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £424 June 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £449 Aug 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £449 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £109

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Black Forest & Alsace

Rüdesheim

Heidelberg

Our tour is based in the upper Rhineland village of Kork which is situated close to the French/German border near Strasbourg. We include a full itinerary of excursions throughout the surrounding Black Forest and French Alsace region with its wonderful medieval villages and historic castles. The Black Forest covers an area of more than 200 kilometres of densely wooded lower mountains. Alsace has been battled over many times by France and Germany which has created a fascinating cultural mixture of dialects, cuisine, wine and architecture.

7 days from £339

Romantic Rhine & Heidelberg

Tuesday Full Day Northern Black Forest Excursion. Visiting the famous and affluent spa town of Baden-Baden. Wednesday At leisure in Kork. Thursday Full Day Southern Black Forest Excursion. To Triberg and then over the hills to Titisee. Returning via the attractive city of Freiburg. Friday Full Day Tour to Alsace. We take a scenic tour through the beautiful wine-producing hills of Alsace visiting the attractive town of Colmar and passing through the city of Strasbourg, home of the European Parliament.

Holiday Itinerary

Saturday Nancy - Reims - St.Omer/Dunkirk. Our return journey takes us through Nancy and the Champagne region before reaching the Calais area for an overnight stay.

Sunday North West - Dover - Calais - Lille. Arriving at our overnight hotel (Dinner is not included on day 1) Monday Charleroi - Liege - Rhine - Assmanshausen. We continue through southern Belgium to the Rhineland, arriving mid afternoon in Assmanshausen. Tuesday Full Day Excursion to the Moselle Valley. We cross the Rhine by ferry and then through the wooded Hunsruck Hills to the famous wine towns of Bernkastel and Trier. Wednesday At leisure in Assmanshausen. A trip on the river is a “must” during your stay, even if it is only to cross by ferry to the opposite bank! Thursday Full Day Excursion to Heidelberg. This splendid historic town nestles below its castle on the River Neckar. It is home to the oldest university in Germany and familiar as the setting for The Student Prince. Friday Rhineland - Charleroi - St.Omer/Dunkirk. We retrace our steps of day 2 to our overnight hotel in the Calais area. Saturday Dunkirk - Calais - Dover - Home. Via Burtonwood interchange where we rejoin our feeder coaches.

Assmannshausen A charming family run hotel with views of the vine covered hillsides and the River Rhine. No entertainment but guests are welcome to walk round the corner to the Hotel Alte Bauernschanke. Bedrooms have bath, shower & WC, TV, hair dryer and telephone. Lift serves all floors. Tel: 0049 6722 90450

• 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast in Rüdesheim • 1 nights’ room and breakfast in Lille • 1 night’s dinner, room and breakfast in Calais area • Excursions as listed

Assmannshausen This picturesque hotel has been offering hospitality since the 19th century, when it was a wine tavern. Nightly entertainment takes place in the Lounge Bar. Bedrooms are on three floors served by a lift, or in the extended house next door, with bath or shower & WC, TV and telephone. Tel: 0049 6722 49990

Holiday Prices Holiday 865 - 7 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Saturday May 24 . . . . . . . . Lamm . . . . . . £339 June 21 . . . . . . . . Alte B.. . . . . . £339 July 5 . . . . . . . . . Lamm . . . . . . £359 July19 . . . . . . . . . Alte B.. . . . . . £359 Aug 2. . . . . . . . . . Lamm . . . . . . £359 Aug 16. . . . . . . . . Alte B.. . . . . . £349 Sept 6 . . . . . . . . . Lamm . . . . . . £349 Sept 20 . . . . . . . . Alte B.. . . . . . £349 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £89

Munstertal, Black Forest

Hotel Alte Bauernschanke

Sunday Calais - Dover - Home. Via Burtonwood Interchange where we rejoin the feeder coaches.

Hotel Hirsch

What’s Included

Kehl-Kork Situated in the small village of KehlKork, near to Strasbourg on the northern edge of the Black Forest. The timber framed houses give the village a peaceful atmosphere yet we are only a few miles from busy Strasbourg. The hotel has a restaurant and all rooms have private bath or shower and WC and colour TV. Our clients always receive a warm welcome at this attractive hotel. Tel: 0049 7851 3600

• 5 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast in Kehl-Kork • 1 nights’ room and breakfast in Lille • 1 night’s dinner, room and breakfast in Calais area • Excursions as listed

Hotel Hirsch

What’s Included

Sunday North West - Dover - Calais - Lille. Arriving at our hotel for overnight (Dinner is not included on day 1). Monday Luxembourg - Strasbourg - Kehl/Kork. Today we travel through Belgium, skirting the Ardennes to Luxembourg. We cross the Moselle to reach the Alsace region and Strasbourg, where we cross the Rhine to arrive in Kork.

Assmanshausen, and its neighbour Rüdesheim, are the most popular and liveliest resorts in the spectacular Rhine Valley. The atmospheric timbered buildings and picturesque alleys are home to numerous shops, bars and cafés.

Hotel Lamm

Holiday Itinerary

Holiday Prices Holiday 863 - 8 Days Departs Sunday - Returns Sunday May 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £379 June 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £379 July 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £379 Aug 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £379 Sept 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £379 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £89

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8 days only £424

Highlights of Switzerland

St. Anton am Arlberg

Our base for this tour is Cully, a small village on the sunny northern shores of Lake Geneva between Lausanne and Montreux, both of which are just a few minutes away by train. The land rises steeply from Lake Geneva to the vineyard covered hills and there are spectacular views of the lake and the Alps on its southern shore. Nearby Montreux is home to the famous Chateau of Chillon and Lausanne houses the Olympic Museum.

12 days from £579

Austrian Tyrol

Hotel Arlberg

Holiday Itinerary

Based in the ski-ing resort of St Anton am Arlberg amid some of the most glorious mountain scenery in Europe. In summer the green slopes are a carpet of flowers and a paradise for walkers. The less energetic may prefer to take the cable car! Enjoy the brass bands and explore the pretty streets of the village centre, lined with shops and bars.

Holiday Itinerary Monday North West - Dover - Calais - Lille. Arriving at our hotel for an overnight stay (Dinner is not included on day 1). Tuesday Namur - Luxembourg - Kehl/Kork. Through the Ardennes and Luxembourg to Kehl/Kork, near Strasbourg on the German side of the Rhine for our overnight stay. Wednesday Zurich - Bludenz - Arlberg - St Anton. We travel via Zurich to the shores of Lake Constance before continuing to St Anton in time for dinner. Thursday - Tuesday. In St Anton. EXCURSIONS INCLUDED Full Day Excursion to Bregenz and Lindau. We travel over the Arlberg Pass to western Europe’s largest lake, Lake Constance, and visit both Bregenz, on its Austrian shores and Lindau, on the German shores of the lake. Full Day Excursion to Innsbruck. Capital of the Tyrol, with its Golden Roof, Imperial church and Palace. Guided tour included in the tour cost. Full Day Excursion to Bavaria. Scenic drive with a guide into southern Germany passing the fairytale castles of Neuschwanstein and Linderhof and with a short stop in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Wednesday Arlberg Tunnel - Freiburg - Offenberg - Kehl/Kork. Travel to Kehl /Kork for dinner and our overnight stay. Thursday Nancy - Reims - St.Omer/Dunkirk. We travel to Nancy and into the Champagne growing area, pausing at Reims before continuing to our overnight in the Calais area. Friday Calais - Dover - Home. Via Burtonwood Interchange where we rejoin the feeder coaches.

What’s Included

St Anton am Arlberg This first class hotel is situated in the heart of St. Anton. The comfortable bedrooms are luxuriously equipped with private bath or shower and WC, telephone, hair dryer, radio, safe and cable TV. There is a spacious bar lounge, indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, solarium, steam room and a whirlpool spa bath (sauna open twice weekly). Meals are three course dinner menus with a choice of main course, a breakfast buffet and welcome drink on arrival. There is a weekly Farmers’ buffet. The lift serves all floors. Tel: 0043 5446 22100

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and buffet breakfast in St.Anton • 1 night’s room and breakfast in Lille • 3 nights’ dinner, room and Continental breakfast en route • 2 guided tours • Excursions as listed

Comfort Hotel Intereurope Cully The hotel is less than 200 metres from Lake Geneva, in the heart of the Lavaux vineyards, approximately half way between Vevey and Lausanne, close to the highway and just two minutes’ walk from the Epesses train station. There are splendid views of the Alps across the lake. The 57 very comfortable bedrooms have bath and shower, WC, hair dryer, radio, telephone, minibar and TV. The attractive restaurant offers 3 course dinners with salad buffet and fixed main course. The hotel also has a terrace. Note: Porterage is not available at Hotel Intereurope Tel: 0041 21 799 9393

Hotel Intereurope

Hotel Arlberg

Chillon Castle, Montreux

Holiday Prices Holiday 800 - 12 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday June 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £579 July 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £589 Aug 3, 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £589 Sept 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £579 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £109

Saturday North West - Dover - Calais - Champagne area. Arriving in the northern Champagne area for our overnight stay. (Dinner is not included on day 1). Sunday Langres - Dole - Lausanne - Cully. We continue south over the Langres plateau and the southern Jura mountains to Lake Geneva and our hotel in Cully. Monday Full Day Excursion to Geneva. An easy journey brings us to Geneva. An important watchmaking city with many elegant parks and boulevards and the base for numerous United Nations agencies. Tuesday Half Day Excursion to Montreux. A short distance along the lake, Montreux was one of the most fashionable spa resorts in Europe during the 19th century, near to the beautiful Lac du Bourget. Wednesday At leisure in Cully. Thursday Full Day Excursion to Interlaken. Interlaken lies between lake Thun and Lake Brienz with fabulous views of the Eiger and Jungfrau We travel along the shores of Lake Annecy and through spectacular Alpine scenery to Chamonix, at the foot of Mont Blanc, Europe’s highest mountain. Friday Lausanne - Reims - St. Omer. We retrace our steps to Northern France for our overnight stay. Saturday Calais - Dover - Home. Via Burtonwood Interchange where we rejoin the feeder coaches.

What’s Included • 5 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast in Cully • 1 night’s room and breakfast in Champagne area • 1 night’s dinner, room and breakfast in Calais area • Excursions as listed

Holiday Prices Holiday 990 - 8 Days Departs Satruday - Returns Saturday May 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £424 June 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £424 July 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £424 Aug 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £424 Sept 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £424 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £129

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12 days from £489

Costa Brava

Torri Del Benaco

Malgrat de Mar is ideally placed in the centre of the Costa Brava and all the warmth of the Mediterranean. It is mainly flat in the town with a sloping sand and shingle beach. A busy resort in the daytime, clean with plenty to do, suitable for all age groups with bars, shops and cafes providing shade from the reliable sunshine. Nightlife is lively without being raucus and noted for its warm welcome to British visitors.

Venice

Holiday Itinerary 12 days from £579

Lake Garda & Venice Italy’s largest lake extends to over 140 square miles. The sparkling blue waters of the lake and the profusion of flowers - bougainvillea, cypress trees, geraniums and oleander are most notable - are the hallmarks of this warm sunny region.

Holiday Itinerary Monday North West - Dover - Calais - Lille. Arriving in Lille for an over night stay (Dinner is not included on day 1). Tuesday Luxembourg - Metz - Strasbourg - Mulhouse. Through the Ardennes and along the Rhine to Mulhouse for our overnight stay. Wednesday Basel - Lucerne - Gotthard Pass - Como - Milan - Garda. A long and spectacular day’s journey takes us through the Alps to Lake Garda. Thursday-Tuesday In Torri del Benaco EXCURSIONS INCLUDED Full Day Excursion to Venice. Explore this unique city with its romantic canals. (Please note: we recommend use of the optional water taxi from the coach park to the Grand Canal at an extra charge payable in Venice.) Full Day Excursion to Verona. A relatively short journey to Verona with its superbly maintained Roman arena, magnificent Gothic architecture. Guided tour included in the tour cost. Full Day Excursion to Southern Lake Garda. We travel south to Desenzano and Sirmione, at the fashionable southern end of the lake. There is time to explore Sirmione with its landmark castle before returning via Garda town. Wednesday Milan - Lake Maggiore - Simplon Pass - Lake Geneva Mulhouse. Skirting the shores of beautiful Maggiore, into the Alps over the spectacular Simplon Pass and on to Mulhouse for the night. Thursday Mulhouse - Strasbourg - Metz - St.Omer/Dunkirk. A long day's journey today takes us to our overnight stay in the Calais area. Friday Calais - Dover - Home.

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast in Torri del Benaco • 1 nights’ room & breakfast en route • 3 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast en route • Excursions as listed

Hotel Monteplaya

Torri del Benaco This excellent hotel is approximately 20 minutes’ walk from the centre of Torri next to the lake (from which it is separated by a road). There is a free minibus service to town four times daily in the high season. The hotel consists of a main block complete with lift and two further bedroom blocks (without lifts). The spacious rooms have bath and WC, telephone, satellite TV and minibar; most also have a balcony. There is a swimming pool, table tennis, terrace, garden, bar and restaurant. Entertainment is provided one evening per week. Tel: 0039 045 7225169

What’s Included

Holiday Prices Holiday 892 - 12 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £579 June 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £589 June 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £599 July 13, 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £599 Aug 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £599 Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £599 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £184

Costa Brava

Hotel Internazionale

Monday North West - Dover - Calais - Compiègne. Arriving late evening for our overnight stay. (Dinner is not included on day 1) Tuesday Compiègne - Limousin - Brive. We continue past Paris and down the Western side of France to Brive in the Limousin area for our overnight stay. Wednesday Brive - Carcassonne - Malgrat de Mar. We continue to Toulouse, past the medieval walled town of Carcassonne and across the border into Spain. Thursday-Tuesday In Malgrat de Mar. EXCURSIONS INCLUDED Full Day Excursion to Montserrat. We travel into the mountains, to the spectacular home of the famous ‘Black Virgin’ - one of the holiest sites in Spain. Full Day Excursion to Barcelona. We have a guided sightseeing tour of this fascinating city followed by time to explore. Full Day Excursion to Gerona and Lloret de Mar. A morning in this fascinating city with its Jewish area, St. Nicholas church and majestic cathedral, followed by an afternoon in the famous seaside resort. Wednesday Malgrat de Mar - Rhone Valley - Macon. Taking an entirely different route to our outward journey, we head north east to the Rhone Valley and our overnight stay near Macon. Thursday Lyon - St.Omer/Dunkirk. We journey north through France to our overnight stay in the Calais area. Friday Calais - Dover - Home. Via Burtonwood Interchange where we rejoin the feeder coaches.

Hotel Monteplaya

What’s Included

Malgrat de Mar Situated 50 metres from the beach via a subway under the coastal railway and 1 km from the town centre. There are two pools, a sun terrace and garden. The snack bar serves light meals and the cocktail bar is an ideal place to unwind. Bedrooms have bath, shower, WC, satellite TV and balconies with views of either the sea and swimming pool or surrounding mountains. Entertainment includes live music, flamenco dancing, disco, games and competitions. Lift serves all floors. Tel: 0034 937654078

• 7 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast in Malgrat de Mar • 1 night’s room & breakfast en route • 3 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast en route • Excursions as listed

Holiday Prices Holiday 975 - 12 Days Departs Monday - Returns Friday May 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £489 June 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £499 June 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £549 Sept 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £509 Sept 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £499 Supplements per person Single Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £139

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Spring & Autumn Breaks

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Royal Crescent, Bath

5 days from £134

Breakaways What’s Included • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • Rooms with private facilities • Entertainment at least two evenings • Lunches at your resort hotel including arrival day at Llandudno. (Lunches are not included on Full Day Excursions.) • Coach travel from local pick up points listed on page 5 • 2 Full Day Excursions

Special Offers Free Drinks on Pre-Easter Holidays Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or beer or a soft drink with dinner every evening on tours returning prior to Easter at all of our Leisureplex Hotels. Pre-Easter Single Savers No single supplements on departures between 9 February and 5 April at any of our Leisureplex Hotels, regardless of when you book the holiday. Double rooms used as singles are charged only a standard single supplement on these dates. Early Booking Single Saver No single supplement at our Leisureplex Hotels on Weekender, Breakaway or Weekaway holidays provided you book your Spring reservation before 31 January or your Autumn reservation before 31 July. Free Afternoon Teas at Ilfracombe Free afternoon tea with cake and biscuits on days in resort (not on excursion days) at our Imperial Hotel during October, November, March and April.

Resort Weston-Super-Mare Ilfracombe Newquay St.Ives Falmouth Torquay Delightful Dorset Exmouth Devon Explorer Weymouth Bournemouth Bournemouth & New Forest Isle of Wight - Sandown Isle of Wight - Shanklin Isle of Wight - Shanklin Eastbourne Folkestone & France Folkestone & Kent London Constable Country Gt.Yarmouth Cromer Skegness Scarborough Catherine Cookson Country Northumbria & Beamish Lake District Lakes & Dales Blackpool Lytham Derbyshire Dales Llandudno Criccieth Heart of Wales Tenby Dunoon Fort William The Clansman Royal Deeside

Hotel Anchor Head Imperial Eliot Cottage Madeira Regina Sherborne Cavendish Devonshire Russell* Devon Towers Mayfair* Bayshore Marlborough* Daish’s* Queens Salisbury* Salisbury* Britannia Hampstead** Marlborough* New Beach De Paris Royal* Cumberland Swallow* Quality* Broadway* Lothersdale* Metropole* Clifton Park* Portland* Hydro George IV Commodore* Giltar* Selborne Croit Anna Highlander* Loirston*

Code W5NW I5NW N5NW ST5NW F5NW T5NW 5163 EX5NW 5154 5165 B5NW 5172 IWB5NW 5202 5204 E5NW 5232 5234 5247 5252 G5NW C5NW 5272 SC5NW 5289 5291 5298 5302 5307 5309 5317 L5NW CR5NW 5372 TG5NW D5NW FW5NW 5528 5502

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Full Day Excursions Included 1. Street & Wells 1. Minehead & Lynton 1. Eden Project (entrance included) 1. Newquay 1. Truro & Fowey 1. Plymouth & Buckfast 1. Lyme Regis & Bridport 1. Teignmouth & Exeter 1. South Hams & Salcombe 1. Bournemouth 1. Lyndhurst & Salisbury 1. Lyndhusrt & Beaulieu 1. Newport 1. Ryde & Cowes 1. Ryde & Cowes 1. Brighton & Lewes 1. Canterbury 1. Dover, Deal & Sandwich 1. London & Greenwich 1. Constable Country & Colchester 1. Lowestoft & Norwich 1. Sheringham & Norwich 1. Lincoln 1. North York Moors & Whitby 1. Beamish 1. Northumbrian Coast 1. Ullswater & Keswick 1. Lake District 1. Southport 1. Southport 1. Southern Peak District 1. Betws-y-Coed & Conwy 1. Caernarvon & Snowdonia 1. Carmarthen 1. St David's 1. Oban 1. Isle of Skye 1. Aviemore & Cairngorm 1. Royal Deeside

*These holidays do not include lunch in resort. **London holiday is on a bed and English breakfast basis.

2. Bath 2. Barnstaple & Bideford 2. St.Ives 2. Penzance & Land's End 2. St.Ives 2. Teignmouth & Exeter 2. Blandford Forum & Poole 2. Seaton & Sidmouth 2. Teignmouth & Dawlish 2. Dorchester & Bridport 2. Weymouth & Portland 2. Salisbury & Shaftesbury 2. Cowes 2. Alum Bay & Godshill 2. Mottistone Manor & Alum Bay 2. Hastings & Rye 2.Calais (passport required) 2. Leeds Castle (entrance included) 2. Windsor 2. Cambridge 2. Cromer & Sheringham 2. Gt.Yarmouth & Wroxham 2. Boston & Spalding 2. York 2. Catherine Cookson Country 3. Durham (half day) 2. Beamish 3. Durham (half day) 2. Windermere & Grasmere 2. Dales 2. Ribble Valley & Skipton 2. Ribble Valley & Skipton 2. Northern Peak, Bakewell & Chatsworth House 2. Caernarvon & Snowdonia 2. Ffestiniog, Harlech & Porthmadog 2. Aberystwyth 3. Brecon (half day) 2. Laugharne & Carmarthen 2. Callander & Loch Lomond 2. Inverness 2. Ft William & Spean Bridge 2. Grantown & Whisky Trail

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Prices in £s per person

SPRING 2009

Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar Apr Resort Code 9 16 23 2 9 16 23 1 Departures Days Departs Mon Mon Mon Mon Mon Mon Mon Wed Weston-Super-Mare W5NW 134 134 134 139 139 144 147 147 Ilfracombe I5NW 139 139 144 147 147 Newquay N5NW 144 149 152 152 St. Ives ST5NW 147 147 Falmouth F5NW 144 144 149 152 152 Torquay T5NW 134 134 134 139 139 144 147 147 Exmouth EX5NW 139 139 139 144 144 149 152 152 Weymouth* 5165 149 154 Delightful Dorset* 5163 Bournemouth B5NW 134 134 134 139 139 144 147 147 Isle of Wight - Sandown IWB5NW 147 147 Isle of Wight - Shanklin* 5204 Isle of Wight - Shanklin* 5202 Eastbourne E5NW 139 139 139 144 149 152 152 Folkestone* 5232 London** 5247 174 Constable Country* 5252 Great Yarmouth G5NW Cromer C5NW 134 139 139 147 147 Skegness* 5272 134 139 Scarborough SC5NW 139 139 139 144 144 149 152 152 Northumbria & Beamish* 5291 Lake District* 5298 Lakes & Dales* 5302 174 Blackpool* 5307 147 Lytham St.Annes* 5309 Derbyshire Dales* 5317 Llandudno L5NW 139 139 144 144 149 152 152 Criccieth CR5NW 152 152 Heart of Wales* 5372 Tenby TG5NW 139 139 144 144 152 Dunoon D5NW 139 144 147 147 Fort William FW5NW 144 149 152 152 The Clansman* 5528 Royal Deeside* 5502 Supplements per person: Sea/Loch View £15 • Single Room £22 • Double/Twin as Single £44

Apr 5 Sun 151 151 156 151 156 151 151 156 151 156 156 156 -

Apr 9 Thu 169 169 174 174 169 174 169 174 169 174 174 174 169 174 -

Apr 13 Mon 159 159 164 159 159 164 159 159 159 164 164 189 159 159 159 164 169 189 159 199 224 164 164 179 159 164 179 174

Apr 22 Wed 154 154 159 154 154 159 154 154 164 159 159 154 159 159 159 154 159 -

Apr 27 Mon 189 159 204 184 164 199 224 -

Apr 29 Wed 164 169 164 169 164 169 169 169 169 -

*These do not include lunches in resort. Supplement prices also vary. Please see summer pages for further details. **London is Bed & Breakfast only

Prices in £s per person

AUTUMN 2009

Resort Departures Days Weston-Super-Mare Ilfracombe Newquay St. Ives Falmouth Torquay Torquay* Exmouth Bournemouth Bournemouth* Isle of Wight - Sandown Isle of Wight - Shanklin* Eastbourne Folkestone & Kent* London** Constable Country* Great Yarmouth Cromer Scarborough Catherine Cookson Ctry* Lake District* Lytham St.Annes* Derbyshire Dales* Llandudno Criccieth Tenby Dunoon Fort William

Sept 23 Wed 167 167 172 167 169 167 172 172 -

Code Departs W5NW I5NW N5NW ST5NW F5NW T5NW 5154 EX5NW B5NW 5172 IWB5NW 5204 E5NW 5234 5247 5252 G5NW C5NW SC5NW 5289 5298 5309 5317 L5NW CR5NW TG5NW D5NW FW5NW

Sept 28 Mon 194 199 209 209 226 224 -

Sept 30 Wed 167 161 166 161 166 161 199 166 161 161 166 161 166 166 166 161 166

Oct 7 Wed 150 150 155 150 155 150 155 150 150 184 155 166 150 150 155 155 160 150 -

Oct 14 Wed 150 150 155 150 155 150 155 150 150 155 150 155 155 155 155 150 155

Oct 21 Wed 150 150 155 150 155 150 155 150 150 155 166 194 150 150 155 155 155 150 -

Oct 28 Wed 150 150 155 150 155 150 155 150 150 155 150 155 155 155 155 155

Supplements per person: Sea/Loch View £15 • Single Room £22 • Double/Twin as Single £44 *These do not include lunches in resort. Supplement prices also vary. Please see summer pages for further details. **London is Bed & Breakfast only

4 days from £144

Easter Weekenders What’s Included • 3 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast (except London) • Rooms with private facilities • Entertainment at least one evening (except London) • Coach travel from local pick up points listed on page 5 • 2 Half Day Excursions Depart Friday 10th April 2009, Return Monday 13th April 2009 Resort Hotel Code Price Ilfracombe Imperial I4NW £149 Weymouth* Russell 4165 £149 Isle of Wight - Sandown Bayshore IWB4NW £149 Eastbourne Queens E4NW £149 London** Britannia Hampstead 4247 £144 Great Yarmouth New Beach G4NW £149 Scarborough Cumberland 4277 £149 Llandudno Hydro L4NW £149 Criccieth George IV 4365 £149 Dunoon Selborne D4NW £149 Loch Lomond* Arrochar 4422 £159 Fort William Croit Anna FW4NW £149 Ostend*** Ostend Hotel 4810 £174 Supplements per person: Sea/Loch View £12 • Single Room £18 • Double/Twin as Single £36 *Supplement prices vary on marked hotels - please ask for details. **London holiday is on a bed and breakfast basis only. ***Ostend holiday requires a passport

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Spring & Autumn Breaks

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Bath Abbey

7 days from £192

Weekaways What’s Included • 6 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • Rooms with private facilities • Entertainment at least four evenings • Lunches on your three free days in resort (Llandudno tour includes additional lunch on arrival day.) • Coach travel from local pick up points listed on pages 5 • 2 Full Day and 1 Half Day Excursion on most holidays

Resort Weston-Super-Mare Ilfracombe Newquay St Ives Falmouth Torquay Exmouth Bournemouth Isle of Wight - Sandown Eastbourne Clacton on Sea Gt Yarmouth Cromer Skegness Scarborough Isle of Man Llandudno Criccieth Dunoon & Argyll Loch Lomond & Trossachs Fort William & Skye Ullapool & Northern Scotland Inverness & John O’Groats Royal Deeside

Hotel Anchor Head Imperial Eliot Cottage Hotel Madeira Regina Cavendish Devon Towers Bayshore Queens Esplanade* New Beach De Paris Royal* Cumberland Hydro* Hydro George IV Selborne Arrochar* Croit Anna Caledonian* National* Loirston*

Code W7NW I7NW N7NW ST7NW F7NW T7NW EX7NW B7NW IWB7NW E7NW 252 G7NW C7NW 272 SC7NW 592 L7NW CR7NW D7NW 422 FW7NW 452 467 502

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Excursions Included (H denotes half day and F denotes full day) Street (H), Minehead (F), Bath (F) Barnstaple/Bideford (F), Minehead (F), Lynton/Lynmouth (H) Eden Project (entrance included) (F), Padstow (H), St.Ives (F) Newquay (F), Penzance & Land's End (F), Falmouth (H) Newquay & Padstow (F), St.Ives (F), Truro (H) Plymouth (F), Exeter (F), Brixham (H) Sidmouth & Seaton (F), Torquay & Dartmoor (F),Exeter (H) Salisbury (F), Lyndhurst (H), Weymouth (F) Cowes (F), Newport & Godshill (F), Ryde (H) Brighton (F), Battle & Rye (vineyard visit included) (F), Lewes (H) Newmarket & Cambridge (F), Constable Country & Ipswich (F), Colchester (H) Norwich (F), Cromer & Broads (F), Lowestoft (H) Norwich (F), Great Yarmouth & /Broads (F), Sheringham (H) Lincoln (F), Boston & Spalding (F), Mablethorpe, Cleethorpes & Louth (F) North York Moors & Whitby (F), York (F), Bridlington (H) North Island (F), South Island (F), Laxey (H) Beaumaris (F), Snowdonia (F), Conwy (H) Caernarvon (F), Ffestiniog & Porthmadog (F), Barmouth & Dolgellau (F) Oban (F), Callander and Loch Lomond (F), Tighnabruaich (H) Trossachs (F), Loch Lomond (F), Glasgow (F) Isle of Skye (F), Inverness (F), Oban (F) Gairloch & Inverewe Gardens (F), Thurso & John O’Groats (F) Ullapool (F), Inverness (F), John O’Groats (F) Royal Deeside (H), Grantown & Whisky Trail (F), Glamis (F), Aberdeen (H)

*These hotels do not provide lunches. Supplement prices also vary. Please see main summer tour page.**Coniston hotel does not provide entertainment.

Special Offers Free Drinks on Pre-Easter Holidays Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or beer or a soft drink with dinner every evening on tours returning prior to Easter at all of our Leisureplex Hotels. Pre-Easter Single Savers No single supplements on departures between 15 March and 29 March at any of our Leisureplex Hotels, regardless of when you book the holiday. Double rooms used as singles are charged only a standard single supplement on these dates. Early Booking Single Saver No single supplement at our Leisureplex Hotels on Weekender, Breakaway or Weekaway holidays provided you book your Spring reservation before 31 January or your Autumn reservation before 31 July. Free Afternoon Teas at Ilfracombe Free afternoon tea with cake and biscuits on days in resort (not on excursion days) at our Imperial Hotel during October, November, March and April.

Prices in £s per person SPRING 2009 Departs Sundays Mar Mar Mar Apr Apr Apr Resort Code 15 22 29 5 12 19 Weston-Super-Mare W7NW 192 197 212 Ilfracombe I7NW 197 202 212 Newquay N7NW 204 219 St Ives ST7NW 197 202 212 212 Falmouth F7NW 209 219 Torquay T7NW 197 197 212 Exmouth EX7NW 204 204 219 Bournemouth B7NW 197 212 Isle of Wight IWB7NW 197 197 212 212 Eastbourne E7NW 194 204 204 209 219 219 Clacton on Sea* 252 Great Yarmouth G7NW 212 Cromer C7NW 192 202 212 Skegness* 272 239 Scarborough SC7NW 199 209 219 219 Llandudno L7NW 199 204 209 219 219 Criccieth CR7NW 204 Isle of Man* 592 Loch Lomond & Trossachs* 422 Dunoon D7NW 192 197 197 202 212 212 Fort William FW7NW 199 204 204 209 219 219 Ullapool & Northern Scotland* 452 Inverness & John O’Groats* 467 Royal Deeside* 502 Supplements per person: Sea/Loch View £20 • Single Room £28 • Double/Twin as Single £56 *These do not include lunches in resort. Supplement prices also vary. Please see summer pages for further details

Apr 26 217 217 217 224 217 217 224 224 299 217 224 319 259 264

AUTUMN 2009 Sept Sept Oct 20 27 4 236 236 244 232 224 244 232 241 236 224 244 241 236 224 224 244 232 289 241 236 294 269 249 244 232 249 244 232 232 344 309 284 236 224 244 232 329 309 -

Oct 11 218 226 226 218 226 218 226 218 226 226 218 226 -

Oct 18 218 226 218 226 218 218 218 226 218 226 226 226 218 226 -

Oct 25 224 232 232 224 232 224 232 218 232 232 232 -

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Festive Breaks

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4/5 days from £233/£315

Christmas & New Year Breaks What’s Included

Christmas Programme

New Year Programme

• Christmas - 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast with 3 resort lunches • New Year - 3 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast with 2 resort lunches • Rooms with private facilities • Full programme of festive entertainment • Festive menus throughout your stay • Coach travel from local pick up points listed on pages 5 • 2 half day excursions

23rd DECEMBER Sherry reception on arrival followed by dinner and dancing.

30th DECEMBER Glass of sherry on arrival followed by dinner and an evening of entertainment.

CHRISTMAS EVE Morning excursion. Competitions after lunch. Gala dinner followed by dancing and entertainment. CHRISTMAS DAY Morning competition to guess the weight of the Christmas Cake. Traditional Christmas lunch with “Santa” and presents. Afternoon tea and games. Dinner followed by dancing and entertainment. BOXING DAY Morning excursion. Pre-lunch glass of punch followed by Grand Boxing Day Lunch. Evening dinner and fancy dress farewell dance (please bring a costume). 27th DECEMBER After breakfast, we reluctantly leave our hotel and journey home. Individual hotel programmes may differ slightly from this programme.

CHRISTMAS - 5 DAYS

Prices in £s per person

NEW YEAR’S EVE Morning excursion followed by lunch and an afternoon to relax or stroll around the resort. Dinner and an evening of entertainment until the early hours with spot prizes, games and a glass of bubbly to welcome in the New Year. NEW YEAR’S DAY A relaxing morning with a Grand New Year’s Day Brunch from 10.00am until 1.00pm replacing our normal breakfast service. Afternoon excursion followed by dinner, farewell dance and fancy dress with prizes (please bring a costume). 2nd JANUARY After breakfast, we reluctantly leave our hotel and journey home. Individual hotel programmes may differ slightly from this programme.

NEW YEAR PRICES - 4 DAYS

Prices in £s per person

2008: Depart Tues 23 Dec - Return Sat 27 Dec 2008 2009: Departs Wed 23 Dec Return Sun 27 Dec 2009

2008: Depart Tues 30 Dec - Return Fri 2 Jan 2009 2009: Departs Wed 30 Dec Return Sat 2 Jan 2010

Resort Hotel Code 2008 2009 Weston-Super-Mare Anchor Head WXNW £324 £337 Ilfracombe Imperial IXNW £315 £328 St Ives Cottage SXNW £318 £331 Torquay Regina TXNW £324 £338 Exmouth Cavendish EXXNW £332 £349 Bournemouth Devon Towers BXNW £320 £333 Isle of Wight Bayshore IWXNW £318 £333 Eastbourne Queens EXNW £332 £347 Great Yarmouth New Beach GXNW £318 £331 Cromer De Paris CXNW £324 £337 Skegness Royal SKXNW £334 £364 Scarborough Cumberland SCXNW £344 £359 Llandudno Hydro LXNW £344 £359 Criccieth George IV CRXNW £344 £359 Llandrindod Wells Commodore* LWXNW £329 Tenby Giltar TGXNW £324 £349 Dunoon Selborne DXNW £320 £333 Fort William Croit Anna FWXNW £320 £334 Supplements (per person) Sea/Loch View £15 £15 Single Room £22 £22 Double/Twin as Single £44 £44 *Supplements vary for non-Leisureplex hotels. Please ask for details.

Resort Hotel Code 2008 2009 Weston-Super-Mare Anchor Head WNYNW £236 £246 Ilfracombe Imperial INYNW £233 £243 Newquay Eliot NNYNW £233 £243 St Ives Cottage SNYNW £239 £249 Falmouth Madeira FNYNW £244 £254 Torquay Regina TNYNW £246 £256 Exmouth Cavendish EXNYNW £248 £259 Bournemouth Devon Towers BNYNW £236 £246 Isle of Wight Bayshore IWNYNW £236 £246 Eastbourne Queens ENYNW £256 £266 Great Yarmouth New Beach GNYNW £238 £249 Cromer De Paris CNYNW £239 £249 Scarborough Cumberland SCNYNW £256 £269 Llandudno Hydro LNYNW £256 £269 Criccieth George IV CRNYNW £256 £266 Llandrindod Wells Commodore* LWNYNW £239 £259 Tenby Giltar TGNYNW £244 £277 Dunoon Selborne DNYNW £262 £274 Loch Lomond Arrochar* ANYNW £319 £329 Fort William Croit Anna FWNYNW £262 £274 Supplements (per person) Sea/Loch View £12 £12 Single Room £18 £18 Double/Twin as Single £36 £36 *Supplements vary for non-Leisureplex hotels. Please ask for details.

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Christmas from £156/£162

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New Year only £133/£138

Festive Specials The idea of these Festive Specials is that you get into the feeling of Christmas, relaxing and enjoying good food and entertainment. The bonus is that because it is not quite Christmas, our entertainment and labour costs are much lower and we are able to pass this on in the form of significantly lower prices. The New Year Specials represent a truly exceptional bargain - only 3 nights before the actual New Year, yet priced at little more than half the cost!

What’s Included All Festive Specials • Rooms with private facilities • 2 resort lunches at Leisureplex Hotels • Festive Entertainment Programme • Festive menus • Coach travel from local pick up points listed on page 5 Christmas Festive Specials • 4 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 1 half day excursion and 1 full day shopping excursion (Folkestone shopping trip is to France - passport required.) New Year Festive Specials • 3 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast • 2 half day excursions

Special Offers Free Afternoon Teas at Ilfracombe If you have not been to North Devon recently, it’s time you paid a visit to this most beautiful part of England and as a bonus we are providing free afternoon tea with cake and biscuits on days in resort (not on excursion days) at our Imperial Hotel during October and November. No Single Supplements on Ilfracombe Festive Specials There are no single supplements on Festive Specials to Ilfracombe - and even double rooms used as singles attract no supplement!

Prices in £s per person CHRISTMAS FESTIVE SPECIALS 2008 Depart Monday Return Friday Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Resort Hotel Code 3 10 17 24 1 8 Weston-Super-Mare Anchor Head WXSNW 156 156 160 160 160 158 Ilfracombe*** Imperial IXSNW 156 156 160 160 Newquay & Eden Proj. Eliot NXSNW 156 156 160 160 St.Ives & Eden Project Cottage SXSNW 156 156 160 160 Falmouth Madeira FXSNW 156 156 160 Torquay Regina TXSNW 156 156 160 160 160 158 Exmouth Cavendish EXXSNW 156 156 160 160 160 158 Weymouth Bay Riviera* 5165 169 169 169 169 Weymouth Russell* 5165 Bournemouth Devon Towers BXSNW 156 156 160 160 160 158 Is.of Wight - Sandown Bayshore IWXSNW 156 156 160 160 158 Is.of Wight - Shanklin Marlborough* 5202 159 159 159 Eastbourne Queens EXSNW 156 160 160 160 158 Folkestone** Burstin* 5233 164 169 169 169 Gt.Yarmouth New Beach GXSNW 156 156 160 160 Cromer De Paris CXSNW 156 156 160 160 160 Skegness Royal* 5272 174 174 Scarborough Cumberland SCXSNW 156 156 160 160 158 North Lakes Clifton Hill* 5295 174 174 174 Lakes & Dales Lothersdale* 5302 169 169 169 169 Blackpool Savoy* 5307 174 174 174 174 174 174 Blackpool Metropole* 5307 Tenby Giltar* TGXSNW Llandudno Hydro LXSNW 156 156 160 160 160 158 Criccieth George IV CRXSNW 156 156 160 160 Dunoon Selborne DXSNW 156 156 160 160 Oban Regent* 5427 189 189 189 Fort William Croit Anna FWXSNW 156 156 160 160 The Highlander Carrbridge* 5527 The Clansman Highlander* 5528 Supplements per person: Sea/Loch View £15 • Single Room £22 • Double/Twin as Single £44

CHRISTMAS FESTIVE SPECIALS 2009 Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec 2 9 16 23 30 7 162 162 166 166 166 166 162 162 166 166 166 166 162 162 166 166 162 166 162 162 166 162 162 166 166 166 166 162 162 166 166 166 166 174 162 162 166 166 166 166 162 162 166 166 164 164 162 166 166 166 166 174 174 174 174 162 162 166 166 162 166 166 166 166 179 179 179 162 162 166 166 166 184 184 184 184 179 179 179 179 179 179 166 169 162 162 166 166 166 166 162 162 166 166 166 162 162 166 166 166 189 189 162 162 166 166 166 184 189 189

*Denotes a non-Leisureplex hotel. These do not include lunches in resort. Supplement prices also vary. Please ask for further details. **Folkestone Shopping Excursion is to France and requires a passport.

****Weekenders with a Festive Flavour are also available for Group Bookings - see ‘Festive Sparkle’ Weekends for groups on page 77****

NEW YEAR FESTIVE SPECIALS - 4 DAYS 2008: Depart Saturday 27 Dec. Return Tuesday 30 Dec. 2009: Depart Sunday 27 Dec. Return Wednesday 30 Dec. Resort Hotel Code 2008 2009 Weston-Super-Mare Anchor Head WNYSNW £133 £138 Torquay Regina TNYSNW £133 £138 Exmouth Cavendish EXNYSW £133 £138 Bournemouth Devon Towers BNYSNW £133 £138 Eastbourne Queens ENYSNW £133 £138 Cromer De Paris CNYSNW £133 £138 Scarborough Cumberland SCSNYW £133 £138 Llandudno Hydro LNYSNW £133 £138 Criccieth George IV CRNYSW £133 £138 Dunoon Selborne DNYSNW £133 £138 Ft William Croit Anna FWNYSW £133 £138 Supplements (per person) Sea/Loch View £12 • Single Room £18 • Double/Twin as Single £36

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Self Drive Breaks

4/5/7 days from £88/£126/£205

Self Drive Breaks There is no doubt about it, for a really relaxing holiday, there is no substitute for travelling by coach. But sometimes the dates just do not fit in with your schedule; you need to go for a shorter period or on a day the coach does not travel or you live in an area not served by our feeder system. For those occasions, we have designed our Self Drive programme.

Leisureplex Hotels Our self drive breaks feature only our own Leisureplex Hotels, so you can be sure of the quality, reliable holiday for which they are so well known - now backed by membership of the AA, Britain’s best known hotel grading scheme.

Prices in £s per person 3 NIGHT BREAKS Friday to Monday Mar 13 Mar 27 Easter Apr 17 May 1 May 22 Jun 19 Sep 25 Resort Hotel Code -Mar 26 -Apr 3 Apr 10 Apr 24 -May 15 -Jun 12 -Sep 11 Sep 18 -Oct 30 Dec 27 Dec 30 Weston-S-Mare Anchor Head 4100SD 88 88 111 90 94 105 90 126 234 Ilfracombe Imperial 4110SD 88 88 111 90 94 105 117 108 90 126 234 Newquay Eliot 4130SD 88 88 111 90 94 105 90 230 St Ives Cottage 4135SD 88 88 111 90 94 105 90 238 Falmouth Madeira 4140SD 90 90 114 93 98 117 93 126 244 Torquay Regina 4150SD 88 88 111 90 94 117 93 126 246 Exmouth Cavendish 4155SD 90 90 114 93 98 117 93 126 248 Bournemouth Devon Towers 4170SD 88 88 111 90 94 105 90 126 234 Isle of Wight Bayshore 4195SD 90 90 114 93 98 117 93 234 Eastbourne Queens 4215SD 90 90 114 93 101 117 117 108 93 126 254 Great Yarmouth New Beach 4260SD 88 111 90 94 105 117 108 90 126 234 Cromer De Paris 4265SD 88 88 111 90 94 105 117 108 93 126 238 Scarborough Cumberland 4275SD 90 90 114 93 101 117 117 108 93 126 244 Llandudno Hydro 4350SD 90 90 114 93 101 117 117 108 93 126 254 Criccieth George IV 4365SD 90 90 114 93 101 117 117 108 93 126 254 Dunoon Selborne 4410SD 90 90 114 93 101 117 117 108 93 126 260 Fort William Croit Anna 4430SD 90 90 114 93 101 117 117 108 93 126 260 Supplements per person: Sea/Loch View £12 (not Newquay, Bournemouth, Scarborough or Criccieth) • Single Room £18 December 27 and 30 departures are Wednesday-Sunday and Wednesday-Saturday respectively and include the full festive programme (except for excursions) described on the Festive and New Year pages.

What’s Included • Choice of 17 AA Two Star hotels • Choose from 3, 4 or 7 nights • Dinner, room and full British breakfast • Entertainment most evenings • Isle of Wight and Dunoon holidays include ferry tickets in the holiday cost

Further Information Car Parking Facilities There is plentiful free parking at our hotels in Newquay, St.Ives, Falmouth, Exmouth, Eastbourne, Llandudno, Criccieth, Dunoon and Fort William. Parking spaces are more restricted at Ilfracombe, Torquay, Bournemouth and Cromer. There are no on-site parking facilities at Weston-Super-Mare, Sandown, Great Yarmouth or Scarborough and guests have to make use of nearby commercial parking facilities during the season (on street parking is normally readily available from October to Easter and is available throughout the year at Scarborough on payment of a modest fee for a temporary permit and at Great Yarmouth at no charge if booked in advance with the hotel). Further details are provided with your Confirmation. Ferries On Isle of Wight and Dunoon holidays, ferry tickets are included in the holiday cost and a voucher will be provided with your documents. Coach Excursions & Lunches Are not included on self drive holidays.

Prices in £s per person 4 NIGHT BREAKS Monday to Friday Feb 9 Easter Apr 20 May 11 May 25 June 8 June 22 Sept 14 Sept 28 Nov 2* Resort Hotel Code -Apr 6 Apr 13 May 4 May 18 -June 1 June 15 -Sept 7 Sept 21 -Oct 26 -Dec 14* Weston-S-Mare Anchor Head 5100SD 126 140 128 136 162 168 146 140 140 Ilfracombe Imperial 5110SD 126 140 128 132 162 168 168 146 140 140 Newquay Eliot 5130SD 126 140 128 132 162 168 146 140 140 St Ives Cottage 5135SD 126 140 128 132 162 168 146 140 140 Falmouth Madeira 5140SD 130 148 141 146 172 178 159 149 140 Torquay Regina 5150SD 126 140 128 137 162 168 146 140 140 Exmouth Cavendish 5155SD 130 148 141 146 172 178 159 146 140 Bournemouth Devon Towers 5170SD 126 140 136 142 162 168 146 143 140 Isle of Wight Bayshore 5195SD 130 148 132 137 172 178 159 146 140 Eastbourne Queens 5215SD 130 148 141 146 172 178 178 168 146 146 Great Yarmouth New Beach 5260SD 126 140 132 134 162 168 168 146 140 140 Cromer De Paris 5265SD 126 140 132 140 162 168 168 146 140 140 Scarborough Cumberland 5275SD 130 148 141 143 162 168 168 158 146 146 Llandudno Hydro 5350SD 130 148 139 144 172 178 178 168 146 146 Criccieth George IV 5365SD 130 148 139 144 172 178 178 168 146 146 Dunoon Selborne 5410SD 130 148 139 142 172 178 178 168 146 146 Fort William Croit Anna 5430SD 130 148 141 150 172 178 178 168 146 146 Supplements per person: Sea/Loch View £15 (not Newquay, Bournemouth, Scarborough or Criccieth) • Single Room £22

Dec 23 326 318 318 320 334 326 334 322 322 334 322 326 349 349 349 322 322

*November 2 - December 14 departures are holidays with a Christmas theme and are inclusive of two lunches during your stay. December 23 departure is Wednesday-Sunday and includes the full programme (except for excursions) as described on the Christmas page.

Prices in £s per person 7 NIGHT BREAKS Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday Arrival Mar 14 Apr 11 May 2 May 16 May 23 June 6 July 11 Sept 5 Sept 12 Sept 19 Resort Hotel Code Day -Apr 5 -Apr 26 -May 10 May 17 -May 31 -July 5 -Aug 30 Sept 6 Sept 13 -Oct 25 Weston-S-Mare Anchor Head 100SD Sat 205 220 230 241 260 280 289 263 251 226 Ilfracombe Imperial 110SD Sun 205 220 225 236 257 270 276 259 239 215 Newquay Eliot 130SD Sat 205 220 230 241 260 278 287 266 250 226 St Ives Cottage 135SD Sat 205 220 230 241 260 278 292 266 250 226 Falmouth Madeira 140SD Sat 220 239 246 256 284 302 310 287 274 250 Torquay Regina 150SD Sat 205 220 236 246 260 280 287 266 250 226 Exmouth Cavendish 155SD Sat 220 239 246 256 284 302 307 287 274 250 Bournemouth Devon Towers 170SD Sun 205 220 236 246 268 279 292 268 257 232 Isle of Wight Bayshore 195SD Sat 210 224 236 251 274 287 310 270 257 232 Eastbourne Queens 215SD Sat 216 232 246 256 281 295 302 281 271 239 Great Yarmouth New Beach 260SD Sun 205 220 230 236 260 278 287 263 239 218 Cromer De Paris 265SD Sat 205 220 236 241 274 287 297 276 260 234 Scarborough Cumberland 275SD Sat 212 226 236 241 274 287 297 276 260 234 Llandudno Hydro 350SD Sat 212 226 241 251 280 287 297 276 260 234 Criccieth George IV 365SD Sat 212 226 241 251 280 287 297 276 260 234 Dunoon Selborne 410SD Sun 216 232 241 251 274 287 297 276 266 239 Fort William Croit Anna 430SD Sun 222 239 249 259 280 297 307 281 271 245 Supplements per person: Sea/Loch View £22 (not Newquay, Bournemouth, Scarborough or Criccieth) • Single Room £32 7 night stays commence on Saturday or Sunday as shown above. On some occasions hotels may offer a choice of both Saturday and Sunday arrivals - please call for details.

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Booking Conditions

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All booking are accepted on the following conditions:

1. Your Holiday Contract

6. Dietary & Other Special Needs

10. Baggage

18. Transfers

Your holiday contract is with Alfa Travel Ltd (“the Company”), a member of ABTA. When you make a booking you guarantee that you have the authority to accept and do accept on behalf of your party the terms of these booking conditions. The contract between you and the Company is defined by these Booking Conditions and the Confirmation Invoice, which is issued upon receipt by the Company of the deposit. A contract exists as soon as we issue our Confirmation Invoice. The contract is governed by English Law, and the jurisdiction of the English Courts.

Clients who require a special diet must mark this requirement in the Special Requests section of the Booking Form or, if booking on the web site, indicate it in the Special Requests section on the booking screen. Clients with special dietary needs are also strongly urged to make direct contact with the hotel 7-14 days prior to arrival and to forward details of their requirements in writing to the hotel. Clients who are mobility impaired must make this clear on the Booking Form (or click the relevant section on the web site screen) and should also write or e-mail the Alfa Customer Relations Department (email address: care@alfatravel.co.uk) advising the precise degree of their mobility impairment so that we can ascertain if the hotel is able to satisfy their needs. The Company does not have any vehicles fitted with wheelchair lifts, so it is essential that all clients are able to manage the steps necessary to board a coach either unaided or with the assistance of members of their own party.

Which term shall include all personal belongings of the client, is conveyed at owner’s risk throughout and the Company’s liability shall be limited to taking reasonable care in the handling of such items by its servants or agents. Each passenger is allowed one suitcase measuring no more than 26in x 8in x 15in and weighing no more than 33lb (15kg). In the interests of the health and safety of employees and agents, we ask clients to strictly observe this weight limitation on individual suitcases and clients will be refused porterage facilities for suitcases which exceed the weight limit.

(a) The Company will permit clients to transfer the booking to other tours or other dates more than 42 days prior to departure without forfeiture of deposit providing the client pays an administration fee of £10 per booking form. (b) The Company will permit assignment of the holiday to another client or clients subject to the following charges: (i) more than 42 days prior to departure: £20 per booking form (ii) less than 42 days but more than 14 days prior to departure: £40 per booking form. It is not possible to transfer the booking to another client 14 days or less prior to departure without incurring the cancellation charges listed at 9 above.

2. Holiday Price & Financial Protection The prices shown in our brochures are accurate at the date of publication. We reserve the right to alter prices after publication. You will be advised of the current price of the holiday at the time of booking. Once your holiday has been confirmed, the price of the holiday as set out on the Confirmation Invoice is fully guaranteed and will not be subject to any surcharges. The Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 require us to provide security for the monies that you pay for the package holidays booked from this brochure and for your repatriation in the event of our insolvency. We provide this security by way of an ABTA bond.

3. Booking the Holiday A. Bookings via Telephone or Travel Agent (i) On receipt of your enquiry, we will reserve a holiday provisionally for 3 days (or 1 day if the booking is made within 6 weeks of the departure date). If you wish to confirm the booking you must forward a deposit plus your insurance premium within that 3 day period. (Deposits and Insurance premiums vary depending upon the time and duration of your holiday - see Booking Form for details.) (ii) A confirmation of your booking will be forwarded to you within 7 days of us receiving your deposit. (iii) You must then pay the balance of monies due (without any further reminder from us) 42 days before departure. B. Bookings via the Internet (i) It is not possible to make a provisional booking on the Internet; all Internet bookings are on a confirmed basis only. (ii) Payment must be made using your credit or debit card. Balance payments will be automatically taken by debiting the same card you use to pay the deposit 42 days prior to departure. (iii) You should print the final page of the Internet booking process as your confirmation, although a postal confirmation will also be sent to you. C. All Bookings (i) Holiday price includes coach travel, accommodation, excursions and meals as specified in the holiday description. Some hotels make a small additional charge for tea or coffee taken after meals. Morning coffee, afternoon tea, personal items and liquid refreshments are not included in the price of the holiday (ii) Travel Tickets will be forwarded approx 14 days prior to departure. Since feeder routes are frequently re-timed, it is essential that you check the time shown on your travel ticket and do not rely on your initial Confirmation for your joining time.

4. Insurance It is a condition of the acceptance of the booking by Alfa Travel Ltd (hereafter “The Company”) that you are insured either through the Company’s scheme or some equivalent travel policy. If you wish to insure through another company, the insurer’s name and emergency contact number must be inserted on the booking form or if you book via the Internet, you must e-mail us with those details at req@alfatravel.co.uk quoting your Booking Reference.

5. Room Allocation & Special Requests Every effort will be made to provide precisely the accommodation booked and to convey special needs to the hotelier(s). However, the Company accepts no liability for any failure to provide a special request for which no payment is made and no correspondence will be entered into concerning the hotelier’s failure to satisfy such requests. Where a payment is made for additional facilities, the Company’s liability shall be limited to the brochure price of that supplement. Bookings for rooms with bath or shower shall be deemed to be fulfilled by the provision of either facility and requests for one or the other will be treated as requests only. Bookings for a double room shall be considered satisfied by the provision of either a double or twin bedded room. Bookings for a twin room shall be considered satisfied by the provision of a room with two or more beds.

7. Alteration of fares, transportation, services etc. A. The Company is responsible for all the elements of the holiday package and shall make every effort to ensure that all services are of the quality described in the brochure and tours are operated in accordance with the details contained therein, but reserves the right to modify arrangements in the light of circumstances arising provided that: (i) it shall make every effort to inform clients of any change in hotel or itinerary. The Company shall be deemed to have satisfied this clause if it notifies clients of any change before the payment of the balance becomes due or, if it becomes aware of the change after that time, by sending a notice by first class post within 24 hours of discovering the information. Please note: Changes to single overnight stops on Continental and Scottish tours will only be notified with travel documents. (ii) where a change in hotel or itinerary is necessary the change shall not result in a deterioration in the services provided or, if it is impossible to provide an arrangement of at least equal quality, the Company shall make this fact clear and make a cash adjustment to the cost of the holiday. B. If the contract we have with you is not performed or is improperly performed by us or our suppliers we will pay you appropriate compensation if this has affected the enjoyment of your travel arrangements. Our liability, except in cases involving death, injury or illness, shall be limited to a maximum of three times the cost of your travel arrangements. Our liability will also be limited in accordance with and/or in an identical manner to: (i) The contractual terms of the companies that provide the transportation for your travel arrangements, whose terms are incorporated into this contract; and (ii) Any relevant international convention, for example the Montreal Convention in respect of travel by air, the Athens Convention in respect of travel by sea, the Berne Convention in respect of travel by rail and the Paris Convention in respect of the provision of accommodation, which limit the amount of compensation that you can claim for death, injury, delay to passengers and loss, damage and delay to luggage. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of any limitation of compensation contained in these or any conventions. You can ask for copies of the transport companies' contractual terms, or the international conventions, from our offices.

8. Cancellation by the Company The Company reserves the right to cancel departures if the number of clients wishing to travel is less than 25 persons. The Company shall not normally cancel a holiday after payment of the balance becomes due (42 days before departure). If for any reason it is found necessary to do so, the Company will provide an equivalent tour at a discount of 10% from the published price. If this alternative is not acceptable, the Company will refund all monies paid, whereupon all liability on the part of the Company shall cease.

9. Cancellation by the Passenger. The following scale of cancellation charges shall apply to cancellation by the passenger: Period before Percentage of departure in holiday cost payable which cancellation as cancellation is received charges More than 42 days Deposit is forfeited 29-42 Days 30% 15-28 Days 45% 8-14 Days 60% 0-7 Days 90%

11. Late Arrival by Passenger & Clients in Difficulties Should a passenger arrive late at any halt en route in accordance with an itinerary notified to clients, either verbally or in writing, the Company will not accept responsibility to delay departure and a passenger who misses a vehicle shall have no claim against the Company. However, the Company will make every effort to assist passengers who get into difficulty through circumstances beyond their control providing the passenger requests such assistance from the Company by telephoning its emergency number. 08451 305777

12. Unreasonable Behaviour Should a client behave in an abusive or disruptive manner, the company reserves the right, after due consideration and warning, to terminate the contract between us. In such circumstances the client will have no further redress against the company in respect of any lost part of the holiday or additional expenses incurred.

13. Infectious & Contagious Diseases If a client develops an infectious or contagious disease and in the reasonable opinion of the company their presence on the coach represents a serious risk of infection to other clients, the Company reserves the right to refuse to convey them on its vehicles. In such circumstances, the Company will make every effort to assist with alternative means of returning the client to their point of origin but responsibility for the costs incurred in such alternative transport will be the client’s. If the client has taken the insurance policy recommended by the Company, the Company will ensure all necessary arrangements are made. If the client has insurance through another insurer, it is the client’s responsibility to make contact with their insurer but the Company will make every effort to assist them if such assistance is requested by contacting the Company’s emergency number: 08451 305777

14. Animals Animals (other than registered assistance dogs) are not allowed on tour. Clients with registered assistance dogs must advise the Company at the time of booking.

15. Optional Excursions Excursions or other tours that you may choose to book or pay for whilst you are on holiday are not part of the package holiday provided by us. Your contract for excursions booked in resort is with the operator of the excursion and not with us and we cannot accept responsibility for any monies paid for such excursions whether or not those monies are paid to your driver or courier. We are not responsible for the provision of the excursion or tour or for anything that happens during the course of its provision by the operator.

16. Hotel Amenities Some facilities (e.g. lifts) are not always available due to sudden breakdowns or the need to service them. Other facilities (e.g. outdoor swimming pools) are only available when weather permits. The nature and frequency of entertainment is also subject to demand and is at the discretion of the hotel.

17. Seating Plans Everything is done to conform to the seating plans shown in the brochure, but the Company reserves the right to modify these as necessary and the Company cannot accept bookings contingent upon provision of specific seats. In the event that the vehicle has seats numbered differently from the brochure seating plan, the row number and position (offside/nearside) and not the seat number shall be the determining factors in deciding where passengers shall sit.

19. Data Protection When you provide your name and address, you give us permission to store it on our computer and use it to provide you with new editions of our brochure and special offers as these become available. If you do not wish us to include you on our mailing list, please write to us or send an e-mail to sales@alfatravel.co.uk or telephone our Customer Relations Department on 08451 305666 and we will ensure you are not sent any further publicity material. Under the Data Protection Act, you have a right to access the personal data we hold on you. You must make any request for access in writing and we have up to 40 days to respond. We may not respond if in doing so we would be forced to disclose to you information concerning another individual. We charge a £10 fee for this service. Our mailing list is entirely confidential and we do not make it available to any other Company. Any personal information you provide to us regarding your state of health is stored only for the purpose of the specific booking for which you divulge the information. It is made available to hoteliers and transportation providers only in so far as is absolutely necessary to enable them to accommodate your needs. This information is not stored for use in future bookings and must be disclosed to us each time you make a booking.

20. Passports & Visas It is the client’s responsibility to ensure they are in possession of the correct travel documents. Those who do not have UK passports need to check carefully whether they need a Visa if travelling on one of our holidays outside the UK. We recommend that they start by checking the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office web site at www.fco.gov.uk or telephoning them on 020 7008 1500. UK Citizens do not need a Visa for any of our holidays, but they do need a passport for travel to mainland Europe and we recommend the use of a passport when travelling to the Irish Republic and Jersey.

21. Delayed Departure & Welfare Assistance If for any reason your departure from the UK is delayed we will make alternative arrangements for you to continue with your holiday as soon as possible. Where necessary If your departure from the UK is delayed by more than 6 hours, we will make arrangements for replacement meals and alternative accommodation, if the delay results in the scheduled meals and accommodation being cancelled.

22. Complaints & Disputes As an ABTA member, we are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you. But if something does go wrong, you have to play your part in trying to resolve the problem by raising your complaint with the relevant person as soon as the problem arises. The relevant person is the hotel manager for complaints about hotel services and the tour driver for complaints about travel arrangements. The tour driver will also attempt to assist in the event of any failure by the hotel manager to resolve a complaint about the hotel. We cannot deal with complaints which have not been raised in this way. In the event that it is found impossible to rectify a problem arising during the holiday, we can normally agree an amicable settlement between us after you have returned from holiday, providing you write to us within 28 days of the completion of the holiday. If it is impossible to resolve a dispute, we will provide you with information on an independent arbitration scheme arranged by ABTA and operated administered by IDRS part of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. The scheme has a claims limit of £5,000 per person (£1,000 per person for minor injury or illness) and £25,000 per Booking Form and cannot deal with major injuries. There is a time limit of 9 months following the date of return from holiday. Full details can be obtained from us or direct from the ABTA website www.abta.com Published September 2008

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Holiday Insurance It is essential that you are adequately insured when you travel and we have arranged a comprehensive policy at a great price with the travel and leisure insurance specialists, TPS (Insurance Admin Services) Ltd. The cost is just: Premiums Holidays to Duration 2008 2009 British 1-4 days £9 £9 5 days £12 £12 6-8 days £16 £17 Overseas 1-5 days £18 £18 6-14 days £25 £25 Overseas Holidays include Jersey and the Irish Republic (and holidays to Northern Ireland which travel through the Republic), but not the Isle of Man. This amount is additional to the holiday cost. We strongly recommend that you take out our own insurance because it has been carefully prepared to offer our customers excellent cover at a reasonable price. However should you decide to insure elsewhere you must supply details of this alternative insurance (including an emergency contact telephone number) on the booking form. If you book on the Internet, you should send us an e-mail quoting your Booking Reference and the name, policy number and emergency telephone number of your alternative insurers at req@alfatravel.co.uk . Summary of Benefits (Per Person) Personal Accident Up to £10,000 Hospital Benefit Up to £300 Return to Home Up to £3,000 Medical Expenses Up to £1,000,000 Additional Expenses Up to £750 Loss of Deposit & Cancellation Up to £3,000 Curtailment Up to £3,000 Holiday Abandonment Up to £3,000 Delayed Travel Up to £75 Missed Departure Up to £400 Personal Property Up to £1,000 Personal Money Up to £200 Delayed Baggage Up to £200 Loss of Passport Up to £200 Personal Liability Up to £1,000,000 Legal Expenses Up to £5,000 HomePlan™ Up to £100 per household Cover includes 24 hour emergency medical assistance provision by Primary Assist who can be contacted on 0845 218 7830.

Excesses The Return to Home, Medical Expenses, Additional Expenses, Cancellation, Curtailment, Holiday Abandonment, Personal Property and Personal Money sections exclude the first £35 of each and every claim. This is reduced to £10 for Loss of Deposit.

Vitally Important The terms and conditions of this insurance are as per the certificate of insurance only, and the summary of cover and benefits above is a guide only and does not form part of your insurance contract. As with all insurance, when you take out Alfa Travel insurance you must declare any information, medical or otherwise, which might influence the insurers’ opinion in accepting you for cover.

UK Holidays (including Isle of Man) If your trip is being taken within the United Kingdom you do not need to call TPS (Insurance Admin Services) Ltd to discuss any medical conditions you may have. However please be aware that certain Conditions and Exclusions are applicable to All Sections of this insurance. TPS (Insurance Admin Services Ltd will not consider claims, irrespective of your destination, (for you or anyone else upon whom your trip depends) arising directly or indirectly from: a) travelling or acting against medical advice b) awaiting results of tests or medical investigations c) being on a hospital waiting list for treatment d) having received a terminal prognosis e) pregnancy, where the pregnancy will exceed 26 weeks by the return date of the trip f) anxiety, stress or depression (unless admitted as an in-patient) g) your failure to disclose a Material Fact* at the time your policy commences and throughout the Period of Insurance. If you are traveling in the Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland or Europe please consider the following questions in respect of you or your travelling companions; Have you or any of your travelling companions ever

suffered from, been investigated for, treated for or diagnosed with; – any cancer or malignant condition? – any lung, heart-related or circulatory condition (including angina or hypertension)? Do you or your travelling companions have any condition that has required referral to or consultation with a specialist or hospital for treatment, investigation or check-up within the past 12 months? If you are able to answer “no” to the questions above full cover is available under this policy. If you answer “yes” to any of these questions or your answers change to “yes” during the Period of Insurance, please contact TPS (Insurance Admin Services) Ltd on 0844 5734171. *The serious illness of a non-travelling relative is an example of a Material Fact. A Material Fact is any fact which is known to you, which is likely to influence us in the acceptance or assessment of this insurance. All Material Facts must be disclosed to us at the time your policy commences and throughout the Period of Insurance. If you are in any doubt as to whether a fact is ‘‘material’’ then for your own protection it should be disclosed to TPS (Insurance Admin Services) Ltd on 0844 573 4171 Full details of the cover, excesses, terms and conditions can be found in the policy wording, a specimen copy of which is available upon request. If, after reading the policy, this Insurance does not meet with your requirements, please return it to Alfa Travel within fourteen days of issue and prior to the commencement of your holiday. If you have paid a Premium, this will then be refunded in full. TPS (Insurance Admin Services) Ltd have arranged this insurance with UK Underwriting. TPS (Insurance Admin Services) Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (311788).

Group Bookings “Off the Peg” Group Holidays All of the holidays in this brochure are available for booking by groups and your group will always get the best value by booking one of our advertised holidays because we bulk-buy the hotel space and pass on the savings to you. We can tailor most itineraries to fit your requirements, for example by adding extra excursions or omitting entrance fees. We offer the 21st, 31st, 41st and 51st places free of charge on all advertised holidays. We also offer special joining arrangements for groups and, providing there is a minimum of 40 persons in the party, groups are automatically given sole use of the coach. If your group is not large enough to take a whole coach, we can easily reserve part of a coach for your party and can usually make arrangements with local travel agencies to "top up" your group with individual bookings from your local area to avoid the need to travel via an interchange. Our Direct Join holidays are especially suitable for part groups and the joining points can normally be adjusted to your requirements.

“Made to Measure” Group Holidays We have a wealth of experience in producing specially tailored itineraries and are always delighted to listen to your ideas and make suggestions for you to consider. Please contact our Groups Department on 08451 304666 (calls are charged at local rate only) - you will be surprised how flexible we can be! Below are just a few of the possibilities:

Claims Procedure Written notice of cancellation must be sent to Alfa Travel immediately. You must then contact TPS (Insurance Admin Services) Ltd at PO Box 132, Leeds, LS10 9BT (Tel: 0845 2187185) for a claims form. All claims correspondence must be between the claimant and TPS (Insurance Admin Services) Ltd. PLEASE NOTE: The above is an outline of the cover provided. A policy document will be forwarded along with your Booking Confirmation and you should read it carefully and inform us immediately if the policy is unacceptable for any reason. EXPLANATION OF TERMS YOUR POLICY DOCUMENT: This contains the full details of what is and what is not covered. Please read it carefully to ensure that you understand the cover provided. CONDITIONS & EXCLUSIONS: These limit or restrict the cover provided by your insurance. Some apply to all sections of the policy and some are specific to certain sections. HEALTH: Your policy contains restrictions regarding pre-existing medical problems concerning the health of the people travelling and of other people upon whose health the trip may depend. HAZARDOUS HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES: If you are going to take part in dangerous sports or pastimes, check that your policy covers you. If you are in any doubt, contact TPS (Insurance Admin Services) Ltd on 0844 5734162. CLAIMS FOR PERSONAL BELONGINGS: Cover under the Personal Travel Insurance policy for personal belongings is not on a ‘new for old’ basis, so if you make a claim deductions may be made for wear and tear. SUM INSURED: All sections of your policy have a limit on the amount that the Insurers will pay. You should read and understand the limits that apply to each section of cover. EXCESSES: Under certain sections of the policy, claims will be subject to an excess. This means that you will responsible for paying the first part of the claim. REASONABLE CARE: You need to take reasonable care to protect yourself and your property, as if you were not insured. COMPLAINTS: Your policy contains a complaints procedure that tells you what steps you can take if you wish to make a complaint. COOLING OFF PERIOD: If after reading your policy wording, the insurance does not meet your requirements, please return it within 14 days of issue and we will refund your premium provided no claims have been made on the policy during that time and you have not travelled. Please advise us in writing of your desire to do so. Your policy is governed by English law unless you and your insurers have agreed otherwise.

Special Interest Groups Areas of particular expertise include: Gardens & Homes, Food & Wine, Cultural, Military and General History, Railways and British Heritage. We can also offer packages to include dancing and various sports (bowls, darts etc).

Walking Holidays for Groups Many of the hotels we use are ideally placed as a base for walking holidays. Whether your party would like to walk the coastal paths of Devon and Cornwall, enjoy the delights of the Lake District, the Dales or North York Moors or undertake something a little more strenuous in Snowdonia, the Cairngorms or West of Scotland, our Groups Department will be delighted to assist. Here are just a few hotel suggestions for you to consider: Snowdonia from Llandudno or Criccieth, Dales and North York Moors from Scarborough, Exmoor and Devon Coastal Path from Ilfracombe, Cornish Coastal Path: North from Newquay, South West from St Ives or South from Falmouth, Lake District from Coniston, Argyll from Dunoon and Nevis Range from Fort William.

Christmas “Festive Sparkle” Weekends for Groups Special Weekends with a Christmas Flavour are available to group organisers and travel agents during November and December at Weston, St.Ives, Falmouth, Torquay, Exmouth, Bournemouth, Isle of Wight, Eastbourne, Cromer, Scarborough, Llandudno, Criccieth, Dunoon and Fort William. All weekends operate Friday to Monday and consist of 3 nights' dinner, room and breakfast with Festive Menus, entertainment on two evenings plus lunch on Sunday and a full day shopping excursion on Saturday. All this for just £124!

Alfa Party Nights Our Alfa Party Nights are part of our Direct Join programme (see departure dates on this and the following page) and are ideal for groups of any size. They operate at Llandudno and Scarborough and are ideal for a get-together in the run up to Christmas. We include coach travel, a welcome drink before dinner, traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, dancing and entertainment, overnight accommodation for one night and late breakfast brunch before returning home.

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Bookings 08451 305666 Online www.alfatravel.co.uk

2/3/4/5 days from £45/£94/£119/£144

Direct Join Holidays Almost all of our holidays operate using our famous ‘feeder’ system as outlined on page 5. The beauty of a feeder system is that it offers the widest possible choice of holidays from even the smallest of towns. However, on shorter holidays, especially those which operate on Mondays and Fridays, when the traffic can be unpredictable, there are sometimes delays waiting for your connection. All departures on this new range of Alfa Direct Join holidays operate without using feeder services giving a quicker journey - especially important when the holiday is short and you just want to get there as fast as possible - and eliminating any risk of a wait for your connecting coach. Most holidays are weekend breaks - ideal for that little extra holiday! This service is only possible from larger towns and inevitably the choice is more restricted than with a feeder system. However, the bonus of a more direct journey makes up for the limited choice and we are confident our regular customers will find these Alfa Direct Join holidays a useful addition to our range. These holidays are designed to be booked primarily on the Internet and hence the details listed here are very brief. For full details, please view our web site www.alfatravel.co.uk

What’s Included • Dinner bed and breakfast on each day (except London and Edinburgh which are on a Bed & Breakfast basis) • One lunch on Festive holidays • Excursions as shown

How Do I Book? Holidays are listed in groups based on the joining points available. Please read through all the lists to find the holidays which are available from your local town because some towns are on more than one route, depending on the direction of travel to the resort. If you live in a town which does not have a joining point for a particular departure, consider whether you could join at a nearby town. Having seen which departures are available from your local town, decide which resort and duration looks most interesting to you. Then have a look at the holiday details in the table alongside which give a brief summary of the content of each holiday. If one of these takes your fancy, then ask your travel agent to visit our web site, or log on to our web site yourself at www.alfatravel.co.uk, select ‘Make a Booking’ and enter the holiday details. Check the detailed information on the web site for more details of the excursions and facilities and follow the detailed guidance to make your booking. It really is very easy - and totally secure.

Book On Line and Save £5 per person As an extra bonus, all Direct Join holidays are discounted by £5 when you book on line. That’s right - book the holiday from your own home using your computer and you will save a very useful £5 per person off the holiday price. If you are someone who prefers to book through your local travel agent, you will be delighted to discover that you too can claim the £5 per person On Line Discount providing your travel agent books the holiday on the internet.

Christmas Markets

All clients on Continental Tours must be in possession of a full passport. Non-EU citizens may also require a Visa and should check with their travel agent before booking.

Two Day Holidays Resort Llandudno Party Night Scarborough Party Night

Hotel Hydro Cumberland

All holidays include dinner, bed and breakfast. Two day holidays do not include excursions.

Three Day Holidays Resort Scarborough Criccieth Edinburgh Tattoo

Hotel Cumberland George IV County, Dalkeith

Half Day Excursion Included Whitby Snowdonia Edinburgh Sightseeing & Tattoo (tickets included)

All holidays include dinner, bed and breakfast (except for Edinburgh which is bed and breakfast)

Four Day Holidays Resort Weston Ilfracombe Torquay Exmouth Eastbourne London** Scarborough Llandudno Criccieth Dunoon Ft William Ostend* Belgian Christmas Markets* Dutch Christmas Markets* German Christmas Markets*

Hotel Anchor Imperial Regina Cavendish Queens Britannia Cumberland Hydro George IV Selborne Croit Anna Ostend Ostend Walram Adler

Half Day Excursion Included Street & Wells Bristol Barnstaple Lynton & Lynmouth Buckfast Abbey Brixham Exeter Sidmouth Hastings Seaford & Alfriston London Sightseeing Camden Town Whitby Bridlington Conway Betws-y-Coed Caernarvon Porthmadog & Barmouth Inveraray Tighnabruaich Fort Augustus Glencoe Bruges Antwerp Ghent Bruges Maastricht Aachen Cologne Rudesheim

*Passport required for Christmas Markets & Ostend holiday. **London holiday is on a bed and English breakfast basis. All other holidays include dinner, bed and breakfast (plus one lunch on Festive Holidays).

Five Day Holidays Resort Torquay Weymouth Isle of Wight - Sandown Isle of Wight - Shanklin Eastbourne Derbyshire Dales Scarborough Lakes & Dales Lytham St.Annes Llandudno Dunoon Fort William Fort William Festive* Highlander Glenshee

Hotel Regina Russell Bayshore Marlborough Queens Portland, Buxton Cumberland Lothersdale Clifton Park Hydro Selborne Croit Anna Croit Anna Carrbridge Spittal of Glenshee

Full Day Excursions Included (unless stated) Plymouth Sidmouth & Exmouth Bournemouth Dorchester & Bridport Alum Bay & Newport Ryde & Cowes Alum Bay & Godshill Ryde & Cowes Battle & Rye Brighton N. Peak & Chatsworth South Peak & Crich Whitby York Lake District Yorkshire Dales Ribble Valley & Skipton Southport Anglesey Snowdonia Oban Rothesay Isle of Skye Spey Valley Fort Augustus (half day) Oban Inverness & Loch Ness Spey Valley Braemar & Ballater Blairgowrie & Perth

*Festive Holidays have one half day and one full day excursion. All holidays include dinner, bed and breakfast (plus one lunch on Festive Holidays).

German Markets

Belgian Markets

Dutch Markets

Departs midnight Sunday, returns midnight Thursday or departs midnight Thursday, returns midnight Monday (approx.) and is based at St.Goarshausen in the Rhine Gorge. Tour includes visits to Cologne and Rudesheim markets and 3 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast in Germany.

Departs midnight Sunday, returns late evening Thursday or departs midnight Thursday, returns late evening Monday. Based at Ostend and including visits to Ghent and Bruges Christmas markets. Ostend also has its own market. Includes 3 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast in Ostend.

Departs midnight on Thursday and returns late evening Sunday. Based at Valkenburg which has its own Christmas Market and including a visit to Maastricht and Aachen Christmas markets. Includes 3 nights’ dinner, room and breakfast in Valkenburg.

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Join at Blackpool, Preston, Chorley, Wigan & St Helens Resort Hotel Date Days Tour Code Out-Ret Price Weston-S-Mare Anchor Head 13 Mar 4 4100AW Fri-Mon £119 Llandudno Hydro 13 Mar 4 4350AW Fri-Mon £119 Ostend Ostend 20 Mar 4 4810AW Fri-Mon £174 Scarborough Cumberland 27 Mar 4 4275AW Fri-Mon £119 Criccieth George IV 03 Apr 4 4365AW Fri-Mon £119 Derbyshire Dales Portland 06 Apr 5 5317AW Mon-Fri £224 Exmouth Cavendish 17 Apr 4 4155AW Fri-Mon £124 Scarborough Cumberland 24 Apr 3 3275AW Fri-Sun £94 Criccieth George IV 24 Jul 3 3365AW Fri-Sun £99 Edinburgh Tattoo County, Dalkeith 12 Aug 3 3582AW Wed-Fri £224 Scarborough Cumberland 15 Aug 5 5275AW Sat-Wed £199 Torquay Regina 25 Sep 4 4150AW Fri-Mon £124 Scarborough Cumberland 02 Oct 4 4275AW Fri-Mon £124 Llandudno Hydro 09 Oct 4 4350AW Fri-Mon £124 Isle of Wight - Shanklin Marlborough 12 Oct 5 5202AW Mon-Fri £164 Dunoon Selborne 16 Oct 4 4410AW Fri-Mon £124 London Britannia 16 Oct 4 4247AW Fri-Mon £154 Scarborough Cumberland 16 Oct 4 4275AW Fri-Mon £124 Weymouth Russell 19 Oct 5 5165AW Mon-Fri £174 Llandudno Hydro 31 Oct 2 2350AW Sat-Sun £45 Llandudno Hydro 07 Nov 2 2350AW Sat-Sun £45 Scarborough Cumberland 07 Nov 2 2275AW Sat-Sun £45 Fort William Festive Croit Anna 09 Nov 5 5430AW Mon-Fri £162 Llandudno Hydro 14 Nov 2 2350AW Sat-Sun £45 Scarborough Cumberland 21 Nov 2 2275AW Sat-Sun £45 Llandudno Hydro 21 Nov 2 2350AW Sat-Sun £45 German Xmas Markets Adler 30 Nov 4 4861AW Mon-Thurs £174 Llandudno Hydro 05 Dec 2 2350AW Sat-Sun £45 Scarborough Cumberland 05 Dec 2 2275AW Sat-Sun £45 Belgian Xmas Markets Ostend 07 Dec 4 4811AW Mon-Thurs £184 Single Supplements: 2 Day £3 • 3 Days £12 • 4 Days £18 • 5 Days £22 Sea View Supplements per person (where applicable): 3 Days £8 • 4 Days £12 • 5 Days £15 Supplements vary on Continental and some non-Leisureplex Hotels. Please check our web site or phone for details.

Join at Southport, Liverpool, Birkenhead, Ellesmere Port, Chester & Crewe Resort Hotel Date Days Tour Code Out-Ret Price Ilfracombe Imperial 13 Mar 4 4110FW Fri-Mon £119 Dunoon Selborne 27 Mar 4 4410FW Fri-Mon £119 Llandudno Hydro 03 Apr 4 4350FW Fri-Mon £119 Criccieth George IV 17 Apr 4 4365FW Fri-Mon £124 Llandudno Hydro 28 Sep 4 5350FW Mon-Fri £139 Eastbourne Queens 02 Oct 4 4215FW Fri-Mon £124 Torquay Regina 02 Oct 4 4150FW Fri-Mon £124 Ilfracombe Imperial 16 Oct 4 4110FW Fri-Mon £124 Torquay Regina 23 Oct 4 4150FW Fri-Mon £124 Llandudno Hydro 07 Nov 2 2350FW Sat-Sun £45 Llandudno Hydro 14 Nov 2 2350FW Sat-Sun £45 Llandudno Hydro 21 Nov 2 2350FW Sat-Sun £45 Llandudno Hydro 28 Nov 2 2350FW Sat-Sun £45 Single Supplements: 2 Day £3 • 3 Days £12 • 4 Days £18 • 5 Days £22 Sea View Supplements per person (where applicable): 3 Days £8 • 4 Days £12 • 5 Days £15 Supplements vary on Continental and some non-Leisureplex Hotels. Please check our web site or phone for details.

Join at Burnley, Accrington, Blackburn, Bolton, Atherton, Leigh & Warrington Resort Hotel Date Days Tour Code Out-Ret Price Exmouth Cavendish 13 Mar 4 4155BW Fri-Mon £119 Llandudno Hydro 27 Mar 4 4350BW Fri-Mon £119 Eastbourne Queens 03 Apr 4 4215BW Fri-Mon £119 Ostend Ostend 03 Apr 4 4810BW Fri-Mon £184 Dunoon Selborne 17 Apr 4 4410BW Fri-Mon £124 Llandudno Hydro 02 Oct 4 4350BW Fri-Mon £124 Weymouth Russell 05 Oct 5 5165BW Mon-Fri £174 Eastbourne Queens 09 Oct 4 4215BW Fri-Mon £124 Scarborough Cumberland 09 Oct 4 4275BW Fri-Mon £124 Ostend Ostend 16 Oct 4 4810BW Fri-Mon £184 Isle of Wight Bayshore 26 Oct 5 5195BW Mon-Fri £149 Llandudno Hydro 31 Oct 2 2350BW Sat-Sun £45 Llandudno Hydro 07 Nov 2 2350BW Sat-Sun £45 Llandudno Hydro 14 Nov 2 2350BW Sat-Sun £45 Llandudno Hydro 28 Nov 2 2350BW Sat-Sun £45 Dutch Xmas Markets Walram 30 Nov 4 4906BW Mon-Thurs £194 Llandudno Hydro 05 Dec 2 2350BW Sat-Sun £45 German Xmas Markets Adler 07 Dec 4 4861BW Mon-Thurs £174 Belgian Xmas Markets Ostend 11 Dec 4 4811BW Fri-Mon £184 Single Supplements: 2 Day £3 • 3 Days £12 • 4 Days £18 • 5 Days £22 Sea View Supplements per person (where applicable): 3 Days £8 • 4 Days £12 • 5 Days £15 Supplements vary on Continental and some non-Leisureplex Hotels. Please check our web site or phone for details.

Direct Join Holidays Join at Rochdale, Oldham, Ashton-under-Lyne, Stockport, Northwich & Crewe Resort Hotel Date Days Tour Code Out-Ret Price Torquay Regina 13 Mar 4 4150EW Fri-Mon £119 Fort William Croit Anna 27 Mar 4 4430EW Fri-Mon £119 Torquay Regina 03 Apr 4 4150EW Fri-Mon £119 Llandudno Hydro 17 Apr 4 4350EW Fri-Mon £124 Fort William Croit Anna 24 Apr 4 4430EW Fri-Mon £124 Criccieth George IV 29 May 3 3365EW Fri-Sun £99 Eastbourne Queens 08 Aug 5 5215EW Mon-Fri £219 Criccieth George IV 25 Sep 4 4365EW Fri-Mon £124 Dunoon Selborne 25 Sep 4 4410EW Fri-Mon £124 Ostend Ostend 02 Oct 4 4810EW Fri-Mon £184 Ilfracombe Imperial 02 Oct 4 4110EW Fri-Mon £124 Ostend Ostend 09 Oct 4 4810EW Fri-Mon £184 Isle of Wight Bayshore 12 Oct 5 5195EW Mon-Fri £150 Lakes & Dales Lothersdale 12 Oct 5 5302EW Mon-Fri £199 Exmouth Cavendish 16 Oct 4 4155EW Fri-Mon £124 Llandudno Hydro 23 Oct 4 4350EW Fri-Mon £124 Eastbourne Queens 23 Oct 4 4215EW Fri-Mon £124 Llandudno Hydro 31 Oct 2 2350EW Sat-Sun £45 Scarborough Cumberland 07 Nov 2 2275EW Sat-Sun £45 Llandudno Hydro 14 Nov 2 2350EW Sat-Sun £45 Llandudno Hydro 21 Nov 2 2350EW Sat-Sun £45 Scarborough Cumberland 21 Nov 2 2275EW Sat-Sun £45 Llandudno Hydro 28 Nov 2 2350EW Sat-Sun £45 Llandudno Hydro 05 Dec 2 2350EW Sat-Sun £45 Dutch Xmas Markets Walram 07 Dec 4 4906EW Mon-Thurs £194 Single Supplements: 2 Day £3 • 3 Days £12 • 4 Days £18 • 5 Days £22 Sea View Supplements per person (where applicable): 3 Days £8 • 4 Days £12 • 5 Days £15 Supplements vary on Continental and some non-Leisureplex Hotels. Please check our web site or phone for details.

Join at Leeds, Bradford, Halifax, Huddersfield, Rochdale, Bury & Bolton Resort Hotel Date Days Tour Code Out-Ret Price Scarborough Cumberland 13 Mar 4 4275CW Fri-Mon £119 Torquay Regina 27 Mar 4 4150CW Fri-Mon £119 Dunoon Selborne 03 Apr 4 4410CW Fri-Mon £119 Scarborough Cumberland 17 Apr 4 4275CW Fri-Mon £124 Eastbourne Queens 13 Jun 5 5215CW Mon-Fri £214 Llandudno Hydro 13 Jun 5 5350CW Sat-Wed £199 Edinburgh Tattoo County, Dalkeith 19 Aug 3 3582CW Wed-Fri £224 Criccieth George IV 25 Sep 4 4365CW Fri-Mon £124 Dunoon Selborne 09 Oct 4 4410CW Fri-Mon £124 Torquay Regina 09 Oct 4 4150CW Fri-Mon £124 Lytham St.Annes Clifton Park 12 Oct 5 5309CW Mon-Fri £226 Llandudno Hydro 16 Oct 4 4350CW Fri-Mon £124 Scarborough Cumberland 23 Oct 4 4275CW Fri-Mon £124 Lakes & Dales Lothersdale 26 Oct 5 5302CW Mon-Fri £199 Llandudno Hydro 31 Oct 2 2350CW Sat-Sun £45 Scarborough Cumberland 07 Nov 2 2275CW Sat-Sun £45 Llandudno Hydro 07 Nov 2 2350CW Sat-Sun £45 Llandudno Hydro 21 Nov 2 2350CW Sat-Sun £45 Llandudno Hydro 28 Nov 2 2350CW Sat-Sun £45 Llandudno Hydro 05 Dec 2 2350CW Sat-Sun £45 Scarborough Cumberland 05 Dec 2 2275CW Sat-Sun £45 Single Supplements: 2 Day £3 • 3 Days £12 • 4 Days £18 • 5 Days £22 Sea View Supplements per person (where applicable): 3 Days £8 • 4 Days £12 • 5 Days £15 Supplements vary on Continental and some non-Leisureplex Hotels. Please check our web site or phone for details.

Join at Leeds, Bradford, Halifax, Huddersfield & Sheffield Resort Hotel Date Days Tour Code Out-Ret Price Eastbourne Queens 27 Mar 4 4215DW Fri-Mon £119 Ostend Ostend 17 Apr 4 4810DW Fri-Mon £184 Dunoon Selborne 24 Apr 4 4410DW Fri-Mon £124 Eastbourne Queens 11 Jul 5 5215DW Mon-Fri £219 Eastbourne Queens 05 Sep 5 5215DW Mon-Fri £219 London Britannia 02 Oct 4 4247DW Fri-Mon £154 Glenshee Sp. of Glenshee 12 Oct 5 5547DW Mon-Fri £214 Eastbourne Queens 16 Oct 4 4215DW Fri-Mon £124 Torquay Regina 16 Oct 4 4150DW Fri-Mon £124 Ostend Ostend 23 Oct 4 4810DW Fri-Mon £184 Scarborough Cumberland 21 Nov 2 2275EW Sat-Sun £45 German Xmas Markets Adler 04 Dec 4 4861DW Fri-Mon £174 Scarborough Cumberland 05 Dec 2 2275DW Sat-Sun £45 Single Supplements: 2 Day £3 • 3 Days £12 • 4 Days £18 • 5 Days £22 Sea View Supplements per person (where applicable): 3 Days £8 • 4 Days £12 • 5 Days £15 Supplements vary on Continental and some non-Leisureplex Hotels. Please check our web site or phone for details.

Join at Barrow-in-Furness, Dalton-in-Furness, Ulverston & Kendal Resort Hotel Date Days Tour Code Out-Ret Price Fort William Croit Anna 20 May 5 5430GW Wed-Sun £194 Scarborough Cumberland 19 Jun 3 3275GW Fri-Sun £99 Dunoon Selborne 25 Jul 5 5410GW Sat-Wed £209 Scarborough Cumberland 29 Aug 3 3275GW Fri-Sun £99 Dunoon Selborne 06 Sep 5 5410GW Sat-Wed £209 Highlander Carrbridge 19 Oct 5 5527GW Mon-Fri £199 Fort William Festive Croit Anna 16 Nov 5 5430GW Mon-Fri £166 Single Supplements: 2 Day £3 • 3 Days £12 • 4 Days £18 • 5 Days £22 Sea View Supplements per person (where applicable): 3 Days £8 • 4 Days £12 • 5 Days £15 Supplements vary on Continental and some non-Leisureplex Hotels. Please check our web site or phone for details.

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Booking Form

Booking Ref.

Summer 2009

Euxton Lane, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 6AF Tel: (08451) 305666 • Fax: (08451) 303777 email: req@alfatravel.co.uk HOLIDAY NUMBER

Seat Number

RESORT

Mr/Mrs Miss

Surname

HOTEL

Initials

Age

Room Type

(if under 12)

Sea View Supplement

DATE

Single Supplement

DAYS

Holiday Insurance*

Departure Point

YES*

YES* *Please delete if you do NOT require insurance

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (eg. diabetic, diet, please refer to booking conditions)

HOLIDAY INSURANCE

FULL POSTAL ADDRESS OF FIRST PASSENGER

Our insurance cover will be added automatically to your invoice unless you provide the name and emergency contact telephone number of an alternative insurer in this box. Insurer:.................................................................................................................................................................... ................................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................................ Policy Number (if applicable): ................................................................................................................................

Insurance Company Contact Telephone Number

Telephone Number

DEPOSITS Deposit

British

£30

Continental Coach

£30

No. of Days 1-4 5 6-8

1-5 6-14

Insurance 2008 2009 £9 £12 £16

£18 £25

£9 £12 £17

£18 £25

Total

Persons

Total

Seating plans are subject to change. Some coaches use a different numbering system in which case the row/seat positions shall be the deciding factor and not the seat numbers. Vehicles do not normally have a WC or servery. Please note: Smoking is not allowed on the vehicle.

£ £ £

£ £

IMPORTANT: I have read, understand and fully accept for myself and all others named above, the Booking Conditions and Holiday Information terms published in this brochure.

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Destination

COACH SEATING PLAN

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