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DAVID OGDEN ks a e r B t r o h S & s y Holida e in Britain & Europ

10 0 2 ir A & h c a o C By

Cities • Seaside • Lakes & Mountains

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David Ogden Holidays Welcome customers new and old to our holiday and short breaks brochure. We hope that you enjoy browsing through the many holidays and are sure that our wide variety offers something for everyone.

We offer short breaks and weekends in this country and on the Continent, with themes including Flower Shows, Racing, Sporting Events, Nostalgia breaks and simple sightseeing and relaxing breaks. All the usual sea side resorts are on offer along with enhanced itineraries on the Continent.

For over 30 years we have been dedicated to offering our customers enjoyable and memorable holidays whilst still providing value for money. We are very proud of our family run past and with David still at the helm, and at the driving seat on the odd occassion, the personal family service is still our main aim.

We understand the importance of a holiday, the excitement of seeing somewhere new, enjoying new cultures, meeting new friends, simply getting away from your usual routine.

Whether you book in advance and spend time counting down or book just a few days before departure, a holiday or short break is a real highlight of your year and we treat each and every one of our departures like this.

Holidays in Britain, Ireland & Channel Islands Rugby League Specials

UK Weekends

Super League Magic Weekend - 3 Days

p6

Royal Windsor & Legoland - 2 Days

Challenge Cup Final at Wembley - 3 Days

p6

Dad's Army Weekend in Norwich - 4 Days

p12

Norwich & The Broads - 4 Days

p12

Bristol, Bath & The Cotswolds - 3 Days

p13

Flower Shows

p12

Cotswolds Explorer - 3 Days

p13

Hampton Court Show, Windsor & London - 3 Days p7

Shakespeare's Stratford & Cotswolds - 3 Days

p13

Malvern Flower Show & Ludlow - 3 Days

Somerset, Glastonbury & Wells - 3 Days

p14

Longleat, Weston Super Mare & Bristol - 3 Days

p14

NEW Wye Valley & Forest of Dean - 3 Days

p14

NEW Cardiff, Brecon & Black Mountains - 3 Days

p15

Chelsea Flower Show & Covent Garden - 3 Days

p7 p7

Special Breaks Elizabethan Banquet - 3 Days

p8

Ladies Day at Royal Ascot - 3 Days

p8

Windsor Royal Tattoo, London & Oxford - 3 Days

p8

NEW Anglo Bavarian Beer Festival in Kent - 3 Days p9 NEW Tall Ships Race & Festival - 4 Days

p9

Capital Breaks

NEW Pies, Pint & Stilton PLUS ÂŁ1 Drinks - 3 Days

p15

Brighton & Tunbridge Wells - 3 Days

p15

Cambridge & Lincoln Weekend - 3 Days

p16

York & Harrogate - 3 Days

p16

Durham, Beamish & York - 3 Days

p16

Holy Island & Durham - 3 Days

p17 p17

London inc Eye & Thames Cruise - 3 Days

p10

Lakes Explorer - 3 Days

London & Strictly Come Dancing - 3 Days

p10

Settle - Carlisle Railway & Lakes - 2 Days

p17

NEW London with Two Shows - 2 Days

p10

NEW Scotland's Border Country - 3 Days

p18

Buckingham Palace & Parliament - 3 Days

p11

Falkirk Wheel & Edinburgh - 3 Days

p18

Buckingham Palace & Clarence House - 3 Days

p11

NEW Whisky, Pipes & Haggis Weekend - 3 Days

p18

NEW Kensington Palace & Althorp - 3 Days

p11

Scottish Cities - All Inclusive - 4 Days

p18

Orkneys & Shetland

Once again we are to able offer customers purchasing our holiday insurance NO PRE SCREENING or MEDICAL DECLARATIONS FOR ANY OF OUR UK HOLIDAYS along with the added bonus there is NO AGE LIMIT. All of this at no extra cost. See our Insurance page (p26) for more details.

Hebrides

Isle of Skye

Becoming more and more popular are our holidays offering FREE DOOR STEP PICKUPS. Simply look out for the symbol in the price panel.

For more information on any of our holidays our friendly reservations team are at the end of the phone to offer any assistance that may be required.

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Royal Deeside

Fort William

Blairgowrie

Oban Loch Lomond Dunoon Arran

Edinburgh Glasgow Gretna

Giants Causeway Carrickfergus

Lake District

Ballyshannon

Durham

Antrim Coast Scarborough Harrogate

Mayo Castlebar Connemara Galway

York

Blackpool Dublin

Lincoln

Llandudno Snowdonia

Norfolk Broads Norwich

Barmouth Killarney Wye Valley Glengarriff Bantry Bay

Tenby

Cotswolds Bristol Cardiff Weston

Bideford

Skegness

Bath

Cambridge

London Canterbury

Constable Country Folkestone

Bournemouth Eastbourne Sidmouth Weymouth Brighton Newquay Isle of Torbay Wight Looe St Ives

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January-December 2010 Continental & Flight Holidays

West Country

Continental Holidays

Weston Super Mare & Bath - 5 Days

p19

Disneyland Resort Paris - 3 Days

p44

West Country Explorer - Bideford - 4 & 5 Days

p19

NEW Brittany & Normandy - 6 Days

p44

Somerset, Bath & Wells - 5 Days

p19

Dutch Bulbfields - Holland in Bloom - 5 Days

p45

Newquay & Cornish Splendour - 5 Days

p20

NEW Battle of Waterloo & Brussels - 4 Days

p45

Newquay & The Eden Project - 7 Days

p20

Ostend & Brugge - 6 Days

p46

West Looe - a Cornish Delight - 6 Days

p20

Ostend All Inclusive - 5 Days

p46

St. Ives - a Real Cornish Treat - 5 & 7 Days

p21

Roses & the Foothills of the Pyrenees - 10 Days

p47

Paignton & Devon Delights - 5 & 8 Days

p21

Spring & Autumn on the Costa Brava - 8 Days

p47

Torbay - Babbacombe - 5 Days

p21

Rhine Valley - Rudesheim - 7 Days

p48

English Riviera - Torquay - 5 & 8 Days

p22

NEW A Taste of Germany - 5 Days

p48

Regency Sidmouth - 5 Days

p22

Austrian Tyrol All Inclusive - 8 Days

p49

Austrian Winter Wonderland - 7 Days

p49

Austrian Lakes & Sound of Music - 10 Days

p50

Southern England

Oberammergau

Bournemouth & South Coast - 5 & 8 Days

p23

NEW Austrian Lakes & Vienna - 10 Days

p50

Oberammergau & Essence of Austria - 10 Days

p53

NEW Bournemouth & Jersey 2-Centre - 8 Days

p23

Springtime in Lake Garda - 8 Days

p51

Oberammergau & Italian Lakes - 10 Days

p53

Isle of Wight - 5, 7 & 8 Days

p24

Lake Garda's Limone, Venice & Verona - 9 Days

p51

Weymouth & Dorset Delights - 5 & 8 Days

p24

NEW Beautiful Lake Iseo, Como & Garda - 9 Days p52

Eastbourne & Sussex Downs - 5 - 8 Days

p25

NEW All Inclusive on Italian Riviera - 10 Days

Folkestone & Brugge - 5 Days

p25

Air Holidays

p52

NEW Rome, Frascati & Sorrento - 8 Days

p54

NEW Krakow & The Tatra Mountains - 7 Days

p54

NEW Deluxe Toronto & Niagara - 7Days

p55

East, Central & North General Information

NEW Shires & Spires - 5 Days

p26

Suffolk & Constable Country - 5 Days

p26

Pickup Points

Lincs Coast, Skegness & Lincoln - 5 Days

p26

Group Bookings

Scarborough & Yorkshire Coast - 5 Days

p31

Booking Form

NEW Northumberland - 5 Days

p31

Holiday Insurance

Best of the Seaside - Blackpool - 2 to 5 Days

p32

Trading Charter

p4 p5 p27 p28 p29 & 30

Wonderful Wales Llandudno & North Wales - 4 & 5 Days

p33

Barmouth & West Coast Wales - 5 Days

p34

Tenby & Pembrokeshire Coast - 5 & 6 Days

p34

Tenby All Inclusive - 5 Days

p34

Amsterdam/Dutch Bulbfields

Normandy Paris Brittany

Bonnie Scotland Edinburgh's Military Tattoo - 3 & 5 Days

Brugge Brussels Rhine Valley Monchau

Ostend

Krakow

Disneyland

p35

NEW Isles of Arran & Isle of Gigha - 5 Days

p35

Orkneys & a Highland Adventure - 6 Days

p36

Loch Lomond, Ft William & Skye - 6 Days

p37

NEW Hebridean Island Adventure - 7 Days

p38

Shetland Adventurer - 6 Days

p39

Loch Lomond All Inclusive - 5 Days

p39

Highland Fling - 5 Days

p40

Oban & Western Highlands - 5 Days

p40

Dunoon, Oban & Isle of Bute - 5 Days

p40

Austrian Lakes Oberammergau

Austrian Tyrol Italian Lakes

Lake Garda Mediterranean Rivieras Roses Lloret De Mar

Venice

Rome Sorrento

Channel Islands NEW Bournemouth & Jersey 2-Centre - 8 Days

p23

Jersey by Air - 4, 5 & 8 Days

p41

David Ogden Holidays

Irish Jaunts

HOLIDAY RESERVATIONS Killarney & Ring of Kerry - 7 Days

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p42

NEW Glengarriff & Atlantic Peninsulas - 7 Days

p42

NEW Castlebar All Inclusive - 5 Days

p42

Donegal & Giants Causeway - 6 Days

p43

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St. Patrick's Day Break in Dublin - 4 Days

p43

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NEW Antrim’s Coast & Giants Causeway - 5 Days p43

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Information & Joining

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Holiday Hotels We are very particular in selecting our hotels to make sure you have an enjoyable holiday. We select the Hotels on Value for Money and take into account, comfort, entertainment, food and the general atmosphere of surroundings. Some hotels are large, other hotels small family run, but all in our opinion offer ‘Value for Money’.

This year we have included the Official Star ratings within the hotel descriptions. As hotel grading is a subjective process and as many hotels do not participate in the official grading schemes, it is therefore difficult to compare one hotel to another. To help in those cases where hotels do not have an official rating we are now showing our own opinion with a ‘O’ grading. We take customers needs and comments from previous tours when choosing a hotel grade.

Ogdens Rating

Presenting Ogdens’ Selected Hotels

Convenient Local Joining AINTREE

CROSBY

LITTLE HULTON

SALFORD

AINSDALE

CULCHETH

LIVERPOOL

SANDBACH*

ALLERTON

ECCLES

LOWTON

SHEVINGTON

ALTRINCHAM

ELLESMERE PORT

LYMM

SKELMERSDALE

ASHTON-IN-M

FARNWORTH

MAGHULL

ATHERTON

FINGERPOST

MANCHESTER

BAMBER BRIDGE

FORMBY

NESTON

BEBINGTON

FRODSHAM

NEWTON-LE WILLOWS

BILLINGE

GOLBORNE

NORRIS GREEN

SWINTON

BIRKDALE

GREAT SANKEY

OLD SWAN

THATTO HEATH

BLACKBROOK

GRAPPENHALL

OLDHAM

TYLDESLEY

BLACKBURN

HARWOOD

ORMSKIRK

URMSTON

BOLTON

HAYDOCK

ORRELL

WALKDEN

BOOTLE

HESWALL

PEMBERTON

WALLASEY

BROMBOROUGH

HINDLEY

PLATT BRIDGE

WALTON

BRYN

HOYLAKE

PRESCOT

BIRKENHEAD

HUNTS CROSS

PRESTON

BURSCOUGH

HUYTON

PRESTWICH

BURY

IRLAM

RAINHILL

CHEADLE

KNUTSFORD*

RAINFORD

WESTHOUGHTON

CHESTER

LEIGH

RUNCORN

WIDNES

CHORLEY

LEYLAND

ST HELENS

WIGAN

COPULL

LITHERLAND

SALE

WINWICK

NOTES:

SOUTHPORT STANDISH STOCKPORT

Friendly Drivers Our drivers are all friendly, smart and knowledgeable.

We understand that the coach driver is not there to simply just drive, but is there to assist in the smooth running and of course the enjoyment of your holiday.

WARRINGTON WAVERTREE WEST KIRBY

Financial Security We are members of the Confederation of Passenger Transport Bonded Coach Holiday Scheme (BCH) and as such are required to adhere to exacting Codes of Conduct. Your holiday is also protected against financial failure.

**Sandbach and Knutsford pickups are only available for south bound tours.

Feeder Services On most holidays you will be taken to Poplar Services at Lymm from where your holiday coaches depart.

A company representative will be on hand on most departures and arrivals. We are happy to help if you require any assistance with your luggage.

Car parking is available at the Services please call them direct for details – 01925 757777.

UK & SOUTHERN IRELAND HOLIDAYS – Southbound Tours – dep. Poplar Services at 9.45am. Northbound Tours dep. Poplar Services at 9.30am and then to Charnock Richard Services to collect additional passengers. Five Day holidays are due back into Poplar Services at approx. 4.30pm Three Day / Weekend Breaks are due back into Poplar Services at approx. 6pm.

CONTINENTAL & FLIGHTS – These holidays have different itineraries and therefore different ferry crossing times.

To take this into account pickup times will differ depending on the destination.

DEPARTURE TIMES – As each holiday is timed individually it is only possible to advise confirmed pickup times about 7 days before departure. Times will be sent to you or your travel agent along with your travel ticket, itinerary information and luggage labels. Our reservations team will be happy to advise you of approx. times when you make your booking.

Doorstep Pickups Once again on many tours we have included a doorstep pickup service bringing your favourite holidays even closer. Our taxi/minibus service will take you directly to and from your home to join the holiday coach at Poplar Services Look out for this symbol on your holiday page.

Doorstep Pickups

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You will notice something new for 2010 and that is our Posh Hotel symbol. Whilst HOTELS we offer excellent value hotels for all of our tours we are pleased to offer a select few that offer that little bit of extra luxury and are that little bit more special. And whilst you may look at these tours and see the price is slightly more expensive you can be guaranteed a truly first class hotel, from the furnishings, atmosphere, surroundings and facilities.

Posh

Loyalty Bonus SAVE £££’S - BOOK MORE ... SAVE MORE! Book two holidays Save £5.00 per person on your 2nd holiday Book three holidays Save £7.50 per person on your 3rd holiday Book four holidays Save £10.00 per person on your 4th holiday

Holidays must be of 5 days or longer duration and must all be booked at the same time.

Early Booking Discount We are pleased to offer an early booking discount of £25 per couple on ALL* Holidays and Short Breaks advertised in this brochure departing from Saturday May 1 2010. Simply remind our reservations staff when making your booking before Friday January 22 2010 *Oberammergau Holidays not included

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Information & Groups

Single Travellers We are trying our hardest to eliminate single rooms supplements and on many holidays we have achieved this. In some cases hotels will allocate a certain amount of singles with no supplement and when these have been taken a supplement will then occur. We therefore suggest that single travellers book holidays early to avoid extra supplements. Single rooms are limited on every holiday so again book early to avoid disappointment.

Children’s Fares Children are welcome on our holidays and many holidays offer great reductions for children sharing with adults.

Child fares, however, differ considerably and our reservations staff will be happy to quote child prices on any holiday. The usual child age is up to 11 inclusive, however, this may vary depending on the holiday chosen.

Self Drive

Are You Part Of A Group Or Organisation?

We have years of experience in providing great holiday packages and what you see in this brochure is just a selection of what we can offer. From day excursions to Worldwide holidays and everything in between, we can tailor make a trip to meet your specific needs.

Here is just a small selection of what we can offer:

Self drive can be offered on any our holidays within this brochure and reductions will vary depending on tour. If you would like more details of Self Drive please do not hesitate to contact our reservations department who will be pleased to give you a quote.

Dancing Holidays Take your dance group (and your partners) and enjoy a short break or longer holiday with an emphasis on dancing, whether you are line dancers, sequence dancers or ballroom dancers we have a wide range of hotels throughout the UK and Ireland who offer excellent packages to suit your taste.

Email Club Golfing Breaks We are pleased to invite you to join our email club. The email club will give you advanced notification of any extra holidays, special offers and things in general that are going on within David Ogden Holidays. We WILL NOT pass your details to any other companies and don’t worry you will not be inundated with emails from us. If you would like to kept ‘In The Know’ please provide our reservations department of your email address.

Pictures Make £££s Do you think your holiday pictures are worthy of featuring in our brochures? If you do simply email a copy of your picture or pictures, with details of when it was taken and on which holiday and if we use it we will send you a £20 Holiday Voucher to use off your next holiday with us. Pictures can be of hotels, views, scenery, coaches, groups*. Please send your emails to pictures@davidogdenholidays.co.uk *please note if you send pictures of people we will presume that you have gained their permission to have the images printed.

Holiday Savings Scheme We are pleased to offer the added flexibility of a holiday savings scheme. Balances of holidays are due at 8 weeks before departure and sometimes you will have booked many months in advance, so rather than paying one lump sum 8 weeks before, why not pay a little off at a time avoiding a large lump sum 8 weeks before.

Alternatively use the holiday savings scheme to save up for your next holiday even if it isn't booked or on sale yet.

You may know you want to go on holiday but haven't decided where or when to go we can hold the money in your account for you so when you do decide you already have some money there waiting. Ask reservations for more details.

Enjoy a long weekend or longer holiday playing golf at different courses each day. We have hotels ideally placed for golfing breaks offering you a choice of courses, choose from the UK or Ireland. These special breaks can be for golfers alone or itineraries can be adapted to add excursions for your non golfing partners or friends.

Walking Holidays Any types of walking breaks from Ramblers to Hikers can be arranged with as many or little walks as you choose with local guides offering different grade walks. Our walking holidays can be arranged anywhere for you and we have contacts all over Europe, the most popular breaks are Spain, Austria, Italy, Scotland and Wales.

Historic Houses & Gardens It’s not just the UK that is blessed with beautiful stately homes, magnificent palaces, inspiring castles and stunning gardens, if your group are the cultural kind why not try visiting some of Ireland’s, France’s, Holland’s, Belgium’s, Germany’s beautiful attractions.

European flower shows are also a huge attraction.

Race Meetings Horse racing is a worldwide sport and we are pleased to offer holidays and short breaks not only in the UK but in Europe and also Worldwide. Our most popular destinations for group holidays to Race meetings are, Royal Ascot, Cheltenham Gold Cup, Musselburgh Races and most of the Irish meetings. But if you’re looking for something a little different why not try the Dubai World Cup, The Melbourne Cup or the historic Kentucky Derby.

All Group Holidays Offer The Following As Standard: Free Organiser Places Your Choice of Pick Up’s Your own personal group consultant Low Deposits for groups Promotional assistance, posters, talks, presentations Provisional bookings whilst your group decide

In addition to any group booking we can add: Theatre / Show Tickets Boat or Train trips Guided tours by coach or on foot Lunches, themed dinners, packed lunches

To enquire for your next group booking call our dedicated groups department

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Rugby League Specials

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Super League Magic Weekend At Murrayfield

3 Days

The Magic Weekend for Rugby League’s Superleague is now a fixed favourite for all Rugby League fans. Over one weekend a full round of Super League is played for all to see. What started in Cardiff has headed North of the border to Edinburgh and Murrayfield Stadium. Anyone who made the journey to Edinburgh for the Challenge Cup Final back in 2002 will tell you what a great host to Rugby the City and stadium are. In addition to the games at Murrayfield Stadium a family fans area is planned for your added enjoyment.

Tickets for the matches are on sale via your local Super League team or from the Rugby League.

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Holiday Itinerary

Thistle Glasgow

DAY 1: Morning pickups as we head north.

We enjoy a stop in Gretna Green before continuing to Glasgow arriving mid afternoon, giving you the afternoon and evening to explore this vibrant city.

This newly refurbished 4-star hotel could not be better situated for the all that vibrant city centre of Glasgow has to offer with the shops and nightlife on your doorstep. The en-suite bedrooms are furnished to a high standard and offer hairdryer, satellite TV and tea and coffee making facilities. The lovely open plan restaurant serves a varied menu and the large traditionally furnished bar area is a fabulous place to enjoy a drink or two. Lifts serve all floors.

DAY 2: After our cooked breakfast our coach takes us into Edinburgh to enjoy free time in the city. The coach will leave Edinburgh 1 hour after the final match of the day and head back to Glasgow.

DAY 3: A leisurely morning around the hotel as we head into Edinburgh arriving in time for the first match of the day. The coach will leave Edinburgh 45 minutes after the final whistle of the final match of the day and we then return back to the North West.

Room & Breakfast Fri April 30 Single Room

3 Days

£159 £60

Challenge Cup Final At Wembley

3 Days The Carnegie Challenge Cup final has produced some of Rugby League’s most memorable moments with its superb blend of traditional sporting pageantry and breathtaking excitement with the stunning New Wembley as your host for this memorable sporting weekend.

Holiday Itinerary

throughout and £31 match tickets.

SUNDAY: A free morning in London. Coaches will leave London at approx. 1pm and travel back to the North West arriving back at approx. 6pm.

FRIDAY: Morning pickups as we travel to London arriving early afternoon, leaving the remainder of the day and evening free to enjoy London.

SATURDAY: After breakfast we head to Wembley, arriving late morning to enjoy the atmosphere before kick- off. £31 match tickets are included in your package cost.

After the match we head back into London Your weekend includes coach travel for a free evening.

If you don’t care who plays – book early to guarantee your place, it’s always a sell out.

Novotel Tower Bridge ### Ibis Earls Court Hotel ### A contemporary hotel located opposite the Tower of London and near Tower Bridge and St Paul’s Cathedral. Hotel facilities include the Garden Brasserie and Pepys Bar, Sauna & Steam Room. Bedrooms provide modern comfort, a unique feeling of spaciousness and contemporary décor and are en-suite with satellite TV and hairdryer. All floors at the hotel are served by a lift.

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The Ibis London Earls Court is located in West London, surrounded by a wealth of bars and restaurants and within easy reach of Knightsbridge and Kensington. Offering a buffet restaurant and an English Pub serving snacks 24 hours a day you will be spoilt for choice where to eat. Bedrooms are tastefully furnished and offer en-suite bathroom, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and TV. Lifts serve all floors.

Room &Breakfast

Room & Breakfast

Staying at Novotel Tower Bridge Fri Aug 27 3 Days £199 Single Room £75

Staying at Ibis Earls Court Fri Aug 27 3 Days Single Room

£179 £60

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Flower Shows RHS Chelsea Flower Show & Covent Garden

3 Days

For five days during May the grounds of Royal Hospital in Chelsea are transformed into a plant paradise with thousands of glorious blooms, a selection of spectacular show gardens and the finest examples of horticultural excellence in the world. This ultimate event in the gardening years attracts exhibitors from all corners of the globe and trends are set, attracting around 600 exhibitors, with 22 show gardens, 22 small gardens including courtyards and 100 floral exhibitions in the Great Pavilion. Our weekend break also includes plenty of free time in London.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We head to London and the excellent Novotel Tower Bridge arriving mid afternoon the remainder of the day and evening is free to settle in and explore your surroundings a walk over Tower Bridge should be on your list of things to do.

of horticultural excellence, created by the best garden designers, plantsmen and plantswomen. Entrance is included.

DAY 3: This morning we head to London’s Covent Garden and free time is given for you to explore London at your own pace.

Your coach will depart London approx. 1pm DAY 2: We head to Royal Hospital in Chelsea and head back to the North West for for the 86th RHS Flower Show. Marvel at the approx. 6pm show gardens, inspirational small gardens and vibrant horticultural displays that make Room & Breakfast up the world’s most famous flower show.

Chelsea is the first RHS event of the summer Fri May 28 3 Days £199 season and showcases the finest examples Single Room £78

RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show, Windsor & London The Hampton Court Palace Flower Show spectacle is the largest of its kind in the world. Enjoy around 50 inspiring display gardens including the tranquil water gardens, a unique category of this show. From contemporary to traditional there are plenty of design ideas for any garden lovers.

Hundreds of the UK’s best nurseries fill the floral marquees; fruit and vegetables and floristry are also a major part of the show. Your weekend break also includes visits to Royal Windsor and free time in London.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Morning pickups as we head to Windsor where we enjoy free time in this historic royal town, dominated by its castle.

We then head into London and to our hotel where we arrive late afternoon.

DAY 2: After breakfast we head to Hampton Court Palace where we enjoy the annual Flower Show - Entrance included.

DAY 3: Enjoy breakfast in the hotel and then travel to Westminster where you will

have free time to enjoy the heart of London. Travel to Westminster by coach or see your driver for an optional Thames Cruise. We leave London approx. 1pm and head back to the North West arriving into Poplar Services approx. 6pm.

Novotel Tower Bridge ### A contemporary hotel located opposite the Tower of London and near Tower Bridge and St Paul’s Cathedral. Hotel facilities include the Garden Brasserie and Pepys Bar, Sauna & Steam Room. Bedrooms provide modern comfort, a unique feeling of spaciousness and contemporary décor and are en-suite with satellite TV and hairdryer. All floors at the hotel are served by a lift.

3 Days

Hilton Canary Wharf

Posh

HOTELS

#### The excellent 4-star Hilton Hotel offers a luxurious stay to its guests. Enjoy a mouth watering delight in the chic Cinnamon Restaurant or relax and enjoy a cocktail in the bar, for the more energetic enjoy a work out in the gym, or contact the hotel to pre-book a beauty treatment and pamper yourself. Bedrooms are stylishly furnished and offer excellent facilities including flat screen TV with satellite channels and pay movies, iron, hairdryer, telephone, and tea-coffee making facilities.

Lifts serve all floors at the hotel.

Room & Breakfast Fri July 9 Single Room

3 Days

£189 £60

Malvern Autumn Flower Show & Ludlow Malvern Autumn Garden & Country Show is a feast of country life, with flowers, fruit and vegetables, crafts and traditional fayre, countryside pursuits and quality shopping. For visitors, it’s the chance to celebrate all the colours of the season, in Malvern - a designated area of outstanding natural beauty. Our fabulous weekend break also includes visits to wonderful Worcester and the pretty border town of Ludlow.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We head south and visit the fascinating city of Worcester, enjoying free time here before enjoying a lovely drive through the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean to our hotel in Coleford.

horticulture and cooking under one roof, the harvest pavilion with giant vegetables and hundreds of crafts for sale ideal for some early Christmas shopping.

DAY 3: We leave our hotel after breakfast and enjoy a lovely drive. We enjoy a DAY 2: After a hearty breakfast we head to morning stop in the pretty town of Hereford, our lunch stop in lovely Ludlow the Three Counties Showground for the and an afternoon break in Welshpool Malvern Autumn Show. Entrance is included and you will be treated to the very before arriving back into Poplar Services at best of nature’s harvest with the RHS Show, approx. 6pm world of animals and birds of prey, a fabulous cookery theatre bringing

3 Days

Bells Hotel, Forest Of Dean The Bells Hotel has a traditional, historical feel that is coupled with modern facilities to ensure your stay is as enjoyable as possible. Boasting stunning views across its own golf course and the surrounding scenery of the Forest of Arden, our hotel is in an idyllic position. The comfortable bedrooms are mainly on the ground floor with a few on the first floor, please note that there is no lift. Facilities include TV, hairdryer, telephone and tea-coffee making facilities.

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Fri Sept 24 Single Room

3 Days

£159 £15

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Special Breaks Elizabethan Banquet

3 Days

Hatfield House is home to the 7th Marquis of Salisbury and was where Elizabeth I spent most of her childhood. This superbly grand house is open to the public and on various evenings throughout the year host a truly fantastic ‘Elizabethan Banquet’ in the magnificent 15th century Great Hall.

The menu showcases traditional English fare with a contemporary twist and a half bottle of red or white wine is provided per person. During the evening, entertainers will treat you to authentic Elizabethan period music, song and theatre. After dinner, the party will continue as you dance the evening away.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We head to our hotel enjoying our lunch stop in historic Stratford upon Avon.

DAY 2: After a leisurely breakfast we visit Oxford where we enjoy free time before heading back to the hotel early afternoon to change ready for your transfer to Hatfield House for the Elizabethan Banquet. Please note that fancy dress is optional. After the fun and festivities your coach will take you back to the hotel.

DAY 3: We leave around 11am to travel to historic, Roman St. Albans to enjoy free time in the town on market day before returning to the North West for approx. 6pm.

DAY 2: After breakfast we head to Ascot for our fun filled day. General admission (Tattersalls) tickets are included. We return to the hotel after the traditional sing-along around the band stand and various bars.

Located in the centre of Luton, overlooking St George Square, the 4-star Best Western Menzies Strathmore offers a range of facilities including 152 en-suite bedrooms, a stylish Brasserie restaurant and a fully equipped Waves Health & Leisure Club. The bedrooms are all en-suite and offer TV and tea-coffee making facilities. A lift serves all floors.

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Ladies Day at Royal Ascot is one of the highlights of the Racing Calendar. A chance for all you ladies to dust off your hats and dress yourselves up for the excitement of the races along with the Royal Processions and the chance of backing a winner. Gentlemen steam your suits and marvel at the elegance of your surroundings. Ascot Racecourse has undergone a huge facelift and offers exceptional facilities and a memorable day out. Your break will also include a visit to Oxford and free time in London’s bustling Covent Garden.

DAY 1: Morning doorstep pickups as we join our coach and head to Oxford to enjoy the honey gold buildings, dreaming spires and the lovely riverside setting. After free time for exploring we head to our hotel arriving in time to settle in before dinner.

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Holiday Inn London-Elstree

The excellent 4-star Holiday Inn offers superb facilities in comfortable surroundings. The stylish O'Sullivans Restaurant serves a wide variety of mouth watering dishes and there is also a bar and lounge area, a great place to relax and enjoy a drink or two, or for the more energetic make use of the leisure facilities which A late dinner has been arranged at the hotel include indoor pool, sauna, steam room and for you this evening. gym. The bedrooms include en-suite DAY 3: We head into London after breakfast facilities, air conditioning, cable TV with inand to Covent Garden where we enjoy free house movies, coffee and tea making time in the city. We leave London mid facilities, direct dial phone safe, trouser press, afternoon and head back to the North West iron and hair dryer. A lift serves all floors. and Poplar Services where we are due at approx. 8pm and then onward to your home.

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Doorstep Pickups

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Windsor Castle Royal Tattoo, London & Oxford 3 Days The first Windsor Castle Royal Tattoo took place in 2008 and welcomed more than 18,000 people over the 4 days into the private grounds of Windsor Castle. During the Tattoo audiences witnessed a fantastic display of Military acts including the Musical Drive of the Kings Troop Royal Artillery and an enthralling battle re-enactment scene to name just two. The Tattoo offers a celebration through music, words and action of the Army’s contribution and commitment to the Nation’s Defence, International Security and Stability.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We travel to Windsor to enjoy free time taking in the atmosphere in this lovely Royal town, view the Castle the lovely shops and the riverside. We then continue to our hotel at Heathrow with time to check in before dinner.

DAY 2: After a leisurely breakfast we head into London and Covent Garden. A tour of the city is included from here, by your coach.

Anyone not wishing to join the tour and to spend the full time at your leisure can

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disembark at Covent Garden. The coach will depart from here back to the hotel at 3pm.

An early dinner has been arranged at the hotel and we then leave to head back to Windsor for the performance of the tattoo after which we return to the hotel by coach.

DAY 3: We enjoy a leisurely breakfast before heading off to the ‘City of Dreaming Spires’ – Oxford to spend free time exploring the stunning architecture and history of this fascinating City. We then head back to poplar Services for approx. 6pm

Crowne Plaza Heathrow The newly refurbished Crowne Plaza London Heathrow Hotel offers spacious and comfortable rooms with fantastic amenities including Bathrobe, Bathtub , Cable / Satellite TV , Tea & Coffee Maker, Hairdryer, In Room Safe, Air Conditioning, Iron / Ironing Board, Mini Bar and Trouser Press. Facilities include Indoor pool, gym, sauna, steam room, solarium and whirlpool. Orwell’s Brassiere is the place to enjoy your breakfast and evening meal, whilst O’Driscolls Bar and the Orwell bar are great places to relax with a drink..

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Anglo Bavarian Beer Festival In Kent

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Join us for this new foot tapping, beer glugging, sing-a-long event taking place at the historic dockyard in Chatham in one of the large indoor 'slipways' beside the river Medway. In keeping with the world famous 'Oktoberfest' the event will feature German 'beer-hall' style seating and a selection of beer-swilling, foot stomping entertainment with a German style Oompah Band - The Amazing Bavarian Stompers supported by the UK's No1 Chas & Dave tribute band to get you in the mood with some fabulous sing a long favourites. No beer festival would be complete without the beer and in addition to some great Bavarian Beers there will be a fantastic selection of British beers, real ales, ciders and for the non-beer drinkers and area featuring ‘wines of the world’, spirits and soft drinks along with a food court serving a selection of regional delicacies including; bratwurst, hog roast and other mouth watering favourites.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Morning pickups as we head to our hotel arriving mid afternoon and leaving the remainder of the day is free to relax.

Dinner is included this evening.

DAY 3: A leisurely morning may be required this morning so we leave the hotel at 10.30 and spend a few hours in stunning Rochester before heading for home arriving back into Poplar Services approx. 6.30pm.

Holiday Inn Chatham ### This 3-star Holiday Inn offers excellent facilities and is in an ideal position for this special weekend break. Relax and enjoy the on-site leisure facilities which include indoor swimming pool Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, gym and beauty salon. Enjoy a drink in Traders Bar and lounge and the restaurant offers modern cuisine in an informal setting. Your comfortable en-suite bedrooms are well equipped with satellite TV, hairdryer, air conditioning and tea & coffee making facilities. Lifts serve all floors.

Room & Breakfast with One Dinner Fri Aug 27 Single Room

Tall Ships Race & Festival In Hartlepool

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DAY 2: After a leisurely breakfast your coach will take you to the city of Canterbury with its stunning cathedral. We enjoy a three hour stop here giving you time for sightseeing and to purchase some lunch before heading back to our hotel to change and head to the Dockyard at Chatham for our fabulous evening at the Beer Festival which runs from 4.30pm through to 10.30pm. Your coach will then return you back to the hotel. Please note evening meal is not included this evening but there will be plenty of places to purchase something within the beer festival.

In August 2010 the amazing Tall Ships Race sails into Hartlepool’s historic dockyard for a four day festival of fun. At centre stage will be the ships themselves with the larger vessels berthed in Victoria Harbour and the smaller ships berthed in Hartlepool Marina. A Tall Ships Village will link the two berthing sites and will have the buzz of international street theatre, music stages, exhibitions and food from around the world. Visitors will have the opportunity to walk along the quayside and take in the sights, sounds and smells of the magnificent vessels and their domineering sails and masts. You will be able to go on board ships, meet the captains and crew, and in some cases, go out on the open sea for a day sail. Our weekend also includes visits to Whitby, York & Harrogate.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We head to our hotel in Darlington enjoying a stop en-route in the delightful spa town of Harrogate.

DAY 2: Today’s excursion takes us along the Tees Valley Coast via Redcar and Saltburn by the Sea, where we enjoy a brief stop. On then to the pretty harbour town of Whitby.

Enjoy free time here before heading back to our hotel via the North Yorkshire Moors.

DAY 3: Today we head to Hartlepool to enjoy all the festivities of the Tall Ships Festival around the town and Tall Ships Village. See the ships berthed in the marina and wander through the village enjoying the atmosphere. Today is the traditional crew parade and prize-giving ceremony where a memorable marching display by representatives from every ship in the race, ### often in traditional costumes or even fancy- George Washington dress! Hundreds of parade participants will Golf & Country Club This lovely 3-star hotel offers excellent follow a circular route out of the Tall Ships facilities in a wonderful setting. The Village and around the town. comfortable and well equipped en-suite DAY 4: After a leisurely breakfast we leave bedrooms offer TV, trouser press, hairdryer our hotel and head to York to enjoy the & tea/coffee making facilities. Enjoy freshly many sights of this historic walled city prepared meals in the delightful Lincoln's before arriving back into the North West restaurant followed by a drink or two in the around 4.30pm. hotel bar. The excellent leisure facilities including, heated indoor swimming pool, gymnasium, solarium Jacuzzi and sauna is a Dinner, Room & Breakfast great place to relax and unwind. The hotel Fri Aug 6 3 Days £199 does not have a lift however all rooms are Single Room £15 situated on the ground or first floor.

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3 Days

These excellent breaks combine free time to explore London at your own pace with a ‘flight’ on the spectacular British Airways London Eye – where you can marvel at London’s incredible skyline from a unique vantage point and a cruise on the River Thames. Don’t want The Eye & Cruise?

Tell Reservations and we will deduct £15pp.

DAY 2: A free day to explore the exciting and fascinating city of London at your own pace. The list of attractions in our Capital City are endless, from historic palaces, stunning parks and gardens, some of the worlds best museums and galleries, and shopping for all tastes.

DAY 3: After breakfast we head to Tower Pier to catch the City Cruises sightseeing cruise to Waterloo Pier. See the many famous sights along the River as we arrive at Waterloo Pier – home of the British Airways London Eye. As you disembark your cruise your driver will be waiting with your tickets for your flight on the Eye. Your sightseeing flight takes approx. 20 minutes and then you have free time around here and Westminster before we leave for home approx. 1.30pm, getting back into Poplar Services at approx. 6.30pm.

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Novotel Tower Bridge Hotel

Located opposite the Tower, near Tower Bridge and St Paul’s Cathedral. Hotel facilities include the Garden Brasserie and Pepys Bar, Sauna & Steam Room.

Bedrooms are en-suite with TV and hairdryer. All floors are served by a lift.

Fri Jan 29 3 Days Fri Feb 12 & 26 3 Days Fri Mar 12 3 Days Fri Mar 26 3 Days Fri Apr 16 & 30 3 Days Fri May 14 3 Days Fri June 11 3 Days Fri July 30 3 Days Fri Aug 20 3 Days Fri Sep 17 3 Days Fri Oct 1 & 22 3 Days Fri Nov 11 3 Days Fri Nov 19 3 Days Fri Nov 26 3 Days Sat Dec 11 3 Days Single Room – Jan-May Single Room – June-Dec

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Combine a weekend in exciting London with an evening of glitz and glamour as the Strictly Come Dancing tour waltzes into the magnificent O2 Arena. Join the celebrity dancers from past and present series along with their professional partners as they perform intricate dance moves and show stopping routines, in those amazing and stunning costumes with live music for you to sing and tap along to. Those all important judges will be there also guiding you, as the dancers battle for your vote for the coveted Glitter trophy. Your weekend break will also include free time to explore the fascinating city of London.

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London With Two Shows

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London Weekend & Strictly Come Dancing

Built in a waterfront location in the rejuvenated London Docklands, the Ramada provides supremely comfortable accommodation and superb cuisine. The excellent bedrooms are well appointed offering TV, hairdryer, tea & coffee making facilities and are of course en-suite. Lifts serve all floors of the hotel and the river front brasserie and the bar are great places to unwind and take in the atmosphere.

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DAY 1: We travel south to London making a short comfort stop en-route. We then head to our hotel and the remainder of the afternoon and evening is free to do as you please.

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comfort stop en-route arriving at our hotel mid afternoon. The remainder of the day is free to do as you please.

DAY 2: Enjoy a free day in London - shop, sightsee or relax in one of the many parks, cafes and restaurants. This evening your coach will take you to the O2 Arena to enjoy the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour, after you have chosen this evenings winner your coach will be waiting to return you to your hotel.

DAY 3: After a leisurely breakfast your coach will take you into Covent Garden for some more free time before leaving approx. 1pm for our journey back to the North West arriving around 6.30pm at Poplar Services.

London’s West End is also known as the ‘Theatre Capital of the World’ and we are pleased to offer a selection of one night breaks including an evening and matinee performance of fantastic hit West End Shows.

Shows

Ibis Earls Court Hotel

DIRTY DANCING – Take yourself back to Kellerman’s and ‘Have the time of your life’ as you relive the romance, classic hits and dance energy of the stage performance of the hit blockbuster film.

SISTER ACT – Taken from the hit film, disco diva Deloris Van Cartier put into protective custody as a nun, finds herself at odds with the Mother Superior as she tries to breathe new life into the choir and community.

BILLY ELLIOTT – Thrilling audiences night after night Billy Elliot is the boy from the North – where men work in mines and certainly don’t harbour ambitions of attending the Royal Ballet School.

### The Ibis London Earls Court is located in West London, surrounded by a wealth of bars and restaurants and within easy reach of Knightsbridge and Kensington. Offering a buffet restaurant and an English Pub serving snacks 24 hours a day you will be spoilt for choice where to eat. Bedrooms are tastefully furnished and offer en-suite bathroom, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and TV. Lifts serve all floors.

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DAY 1: Morning pickups as we head to London and our hotel. Arriving early afternoon, free time is given before re boarding our coach for our trip to the WICKED – The incredible untold story of an theatre, after the fabulous production unlikely but profound friendship between your coach will be waiting to return you two girls who first meet as sorcery to the hotel. students. Their extraordinary adventures DAY 2: After breakfast you will be in Oz will ultimately see them fulfil their transferred to the heart of theatre land destinies as Glinda The Good and the once again to enjoy free time in the city Wicked Witch of the West. Experience this before your matinee performance. After unforgettable, award-winning, record the show your coach will depart London breaking west end musical and discover arriving back at approx. 10pm. that you’ve not been told the whole story about the land of Oz…

Room & Breakfast Wed Aug 4 Tue Aug 10 Single Room

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London, Buckingham Palace & Houses of Parliament

3 Days

A special short break to the Capital taking in the history, reign and rule of our country. You will be treated to a tour of the State Rooms within Buckingham Palace, including the Throne Room, Grand Staircase and many of the rooms, which are used extensively by The Queen and Members of the Royal Family to receive and entertain their guests on State, ceremonial and official occasions.

We also enjoy a tour of the Houses of Parliament during the summer recess you will see the key areas of the estate, such as the Commons and Lords debating chambers and the Queen’s Robing Room. Free time in the Capital will also be available for more sightseeing or shopping.

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White and Blue Drawing Rooms.

DAY 1: Arriving early afternoon, we check in DAY 3: This morning is free until we leave to our hotel and spend the remainder of the London at 1pm and journey back to the day exploring London at your own pace.

Northwest arriving back into Poplar Services at 6pm.

DAY 2: We have a morning tour of the Houses of Parliament. After free time for Please Note: On some dates it may be lunch, we head to Buckingham Palace for necessary to visit one of attractions on the our afternoon tour of the staterooms, morning of Day 3 before leaving for home. including the Throne Room, Grand Staircase,

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Novotel Tower Bridge Hotel

A contemporary hotel located opposite the Tower of London and near Tower Bridge and St Paul’s Cathedral. Hotel facilities include the Garden Brasserie and Pepys Bar, Sauna & Steam Room. Bedrooms provide modern comfort, a unique feeling of spaciousness and contemporary décor and are en-suite with satellite TV and hairdryer. All floors at the hotel are served by a lift.

Room & Breakfast Mon Aug 16 Fri Sep 10 Single Room

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London, Buckingham Palace & Clarence House 3 Days This break to London offers free time combined with visits to the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace and also Clarence House. The Queen Mother’s former home is now occupied by Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall along with Princes William and Harry. Your guided tour takes in the five ground floor rooms where the Prince and Duchess undertake official engagements. On show you will see much of the Queen Mother’s art collection and furniture.

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A contemporary hotel located opposite the Tower of London and near Tower Bridge and St Paul’s Cathedral. Hotel facilities include the Garden Brasserie and Pepys Bar, Sauna & Steam Room. Bedrooms provide modern comfort, a unique feeling of spaciousness you will have free time to obtain some Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We head to London and our fabulous lunch before we enjoy our afternoon tour of and contemporary décor and are en-suite with satellite TV and hairdryer. All floors at the amazing State Rooms at Buckingham City Centre Hotel. The remainder of the the hotel are served by a lift.

Palace, including the Throne room, Grand afternoon and evening is free to enjoy our Staircase, White and Blue drawing rooms fabulous Capital City.

DAY 2: After breakfast the coach departs the and much more. After your tour and time to browse the shop your driver will take hotel for the short journey to Clarence House. We enjoy a guided tour taking in the anyone who wishes back to the hotel. five ground floor rooms where the Prince & DAY 3: Enjoy a free morning for more Room & Breakfast Duchess undertake official engagements as sightseeing or shopping, we leave London did the late Queen Mother. You will also get and the hotel at approx. 1pm to journey Fri Aug 6 3 Days £189 back north arriving back into Poplar services chance to see much of the Queen Mothers Mon Aug 23 3 Days £189 for approx. 6.30pm art collection and furniture. After your tour

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London, Kensington Palace & Althorp House 3 Days

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Enjoy a weekend break in London with a Diana, Princess of Wales theme. We include a visit to Kensington Palace and our return journey takes us to Diana’s childhood home at Althorp House. Kensington Palace became the family home to Prince Charles and Princess Diana and the two princes and following their divorce until her death was Diana’s official residence. Althorp House and Gardens has been home to the Spencer family for over 500 years and is Diana’s final resting place. Here you can learn about Diana’s life before becoming Princess of Wales and see a collection of her famous dresses.

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pace and return to the hotel at your leisure.

DAY 3: After breakfast we leave London and drive to Northampton for our included visit to Althorp House and Gardens, home to the Spencer family for over 500 years.

DAY 2: After breakfast we join our coach Learn about Princess Diana’s childhood and head to Kensington Palace for our and see a collection of her dresses morning tour of this historic house. Your coach will be waiting for you after your tour including her famous wedding dress. After to take anyone who wishes to the Park Lane time at Althorp we continue back to the North West arriving back into Poplar - Oxford Street area, a central place from where you can explore the city at your own Services at approx. 6 pm.

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Novotel Tower Bridge Hotel

A contemporary hotel located opposite the Tower of London and near Tower Bridge and St Paul’s Cathedral. Hotel facilities include the Garden Brasserie and Pepys Bar, Sauna & Steam Room. Bedrooms provide modern comfort, a unique feeling of spaciousness and contemporary décor and are en-suite with satellite TV and hairdryer. All floors at the hotel are served by a lift.

DAY 1: We depart this morning and head to London. Arriving early afternoon we check into our hotel. The rest of the day is free.

Room & Breakfast Fri July 2 Single Room

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Royal Windsor & Legoland

2 Days

A mix of culture and excitement on this great value family weekend. We enjoy some history and culture in fascinating Royal Windsor, with its quaint streets lined with tea rooms, cafe’s and bars, an excellent shopping centre and dominated by the magnificent castle. In contrast we also visit Legoland. This amazing theme park is a perfect day out for children of all ages, learn to drive, pilot your own Lego boats, enjoy the many rides, hunt for treasure and marvel at the many Lego statues – the list is endless at this excellent attraction.

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This 4 star ‘New Generation’ hotel offers excellent facilities for all the family, with an indoor swimming pool and sauna, restaurant and bar. A lift serves all floors and bedrooms are excellently equipped with en-suite bathroom with bath and walk-in shower, telephone, radio, satellite TV with pay movies, mini bar and 24 hour rooms service.

DAY 1: We join our coach and enjoy a morning stop at Poplar services before heading straight to Windsor where we enjoy our lunch stop and free time to explore. We then head off to our hotel to enjoy a leisurely evening with dinner.

DAY 2: After breakfast we head to Legoland to enjoy a fantastic day. We leave the park at 4.30pm to head back to the North West arriving at Poplar Services approx 9pm to transfer to our feeder vehicles.

Dad’s Army Weekend In Norwich The hit TV sitcom, “Dad’s Army” is 40 years old and our special weekend break honours all that is ‘Dads Army’. Fictional Walmington on Sea was in fact Thetford in Norfolk where most of the filming was done. We include a guided tour of the town and a visit to Bressingham Steam Museum which is home to much memorabilia from the show along with original props and vehicles from the show. Our weekend also includes a journey on board the Bure Valley Railway and a lovely cruise on the Norfolk Broads

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DAY 3: Today we enjoy a trip through the DAY 1: We journey to Norwich and our hotel. picturesque Bure Valley on board the steam DAY 2: Enjoy our Dad’s Army Package today. railway. Taking us from the market town of Aylsham to Broadland and Wroxham.

First we head to the Bell Hotel in Thetford, A 15 minute stroll than takes you to board home to the show’s cast during filming. your 1 1/2 hour Broads cruise We spend the Enjoy morning coffee before our walking remainder of the day around Wroxham and tour of Thetford including entrance to the the broads before returning to our hotel.

Dad’s Army Museum. Back then to the Bell for a hot lunch (included) before heading to Bressingham Steam Museum, which is home to much memorabilia from the TV series. Afternoon tea and cakes is included.

DAY 4: After breakfast your coach will take you into Norwich centre for a couple of hours free time before returning back to Lymm for approx. 4.30pm.

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child prices based on children sharing with 2 adults.

4 Days Oaklands Hotel, Norwich

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Located on the outskirts of Norwich, the Oaklands provides a unique and relaxed atmosphere with sophisticated interiors, great public spaces and beautiful grounds overlooking the Yare River Valley. The traditional restaurant with a contemporary feel is the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy the delights on offer and the terrace is the perfect place to dine in the summer.

Bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms and tea & coffee making facilities. Please note that the hotel does not have a lift

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Norwich & The Broads Norwich is the most complete medieval city in Britain. It’s also one of the top 5 places to shop! Such contrasting boasts show a rare blend of historic interest and modern sophistication. Explore the intricate network of winding streets and over 1,500 historic buildings, from the splendour of the Norman Cathedral and Castle to charming Elm Hill with its timber-framed houses. We combine this weekend with the beauty of the Norfolk broads and include a lovely cruise 0n the broads taking in the pretty scenery of the region.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We leave this morning and head to Norwich. We make a stop off en-route in the Lincolnshire town of Spalding famous for its yearly Flower Parade we visit Springfields – with something for everyone there is the shopping outlet centre and Springfields Gardens with pretty show gardens and restaurant, cafes etc. A perfect stop off point.

DAY 2: We travel to the pretty Norfolk Broads today and to Wroxham the unofficial capital of the broads. From here

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we enjoy an included cruise taking in the scenery from on board.

DAY 3: Today we enjoy a free day in the city of Norwich giving you time to sample the fantastic shops, architecture and history of this fascinating city. Your Easter weekend break also includes Sunday lunch at the hotel along with an evening finger buffet.

DAY 4: We return today and enjoy a break in lovely Ely with its stunning cathedral this is a real treat. We then continue home arriving back into Poplar Services at approx, 4.30pm.

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The Holiday Inn is situated just 2.5 miles to the south of the city centre. Its en-suite bedrooms are comfortably furnished. Enjoy an informal meal in the restaurant and don’t forget your swimsuits as the hotel has its own leisure facilities including indoor pool, sauna, gym and spa bath. Note - No lift but rooms are on the ground or first floor.

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Weekend Breaks Bristol, Bath & Cotswolds

3 Days

Bristol is a city full of surprises – a restored port area with museums, riverside walks and cafes. We also include a visit to elegant Bath, with its Roman Pump Room, Regency buildings and pretty riverside. Some of the prettiest parts of the Cotswolds are also included and we round off our break with a visit to Stratford upon Avon.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We travel south to Bristol where we will be spending two nights. Free time will be given to explore Bristol this afternoon, enjoy the shops, or discover the restored port area.

DAY 2: Through the Mendips to the elegant spa town of Bath. Visit the Roman Baths or the 15th century Abbey - marvel at the Georgian architecture of Royal Crescent or taste the spring waters.

DAY 3: Our journey home takes us through the beautiful Cotswolds en-route to Stratford for a few hours before setting off

for home. We arrive back into the North West area around 6pm.

Ramada Plaza Hotel ### Situated at the heart of the city, the Ramada Plaza Bristol offers everything you could expect from a modern and stylish hotel. Bedrooms have en-suite bathroom, TV, radio, hairdryer, trouser press, telephone and tea-coffee making facilities. The poolside leisure club is at your full disposal.

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Cotswolds Explorer A fascinating break taking in some of central England’s finest scenery.... pretty Cotswolds towns and villages.... historic Warwick and Stratford, both of which stand on the banks of the River Avon. Our base is Banbury, a town of twisting medieval streets with old houses and inns full of great charm and character.

Banbury House Hotel ### Nestling in the heart of Oxfordshire, the 3star Banbury House combines traditional elegance with modern amenities. The hotel offers a relaxing bar, or you may prefer to take the short walk into the centre of town.

While this hotel does not have a lift there are only two floors, plus the ground floor. All bedrooms are en-suite and feature satellite TV and tea-coffee making facilities.

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3 & 4 Days

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We travel to distinctive Warwick where you’ll find lots to do - why not visit the medieval castle, one of England’s finest, which rises majestically above the River Avon. We then continue on to Banbury and to our hotel.

DAY 2: We tour the lovely Cotswolds, renowned for its quaintly named villages Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold and Moreton-in-the-Marsh.

DAY 3: We have allowed some free time in Banbury before heading off to Stratford Upon Avon. Free time is given here to do as you please. We return back to the Northwest for approximately 6pm.

Your 4 day Easter Tour will enjoy a leisurely Sunday morning, followed by a delicious Sunday lunch at the hotel. We then head to Oxford to enjoy free time in the city.

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Shakespeare’s Stratford & the Cotswolds Stratford is much loved by all and many of our holidays pass through giving an insight to the delightful town. This break gives you the chance to spend more time to enjoy the town at your own pace. Stratford upon Avon was the birthplace of William Shakespeare and is steeped in culture and history. The blend of architecture from the original medieval town grid structure to the present day is both diverse and eclectic. Centuries stand side by side in some streets, in others a whole century is mirrored as if time has indeed stood still! A stroll along the river or perhaps even a sail will be well worth the effort. Our weekend break also includes a delightful drive through the stunning Cotswolds.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We head south bound for Warwickshire and arrive into Stratford upon Avon early afternoon, giving you the remainder of the day to enjoy your hotel and surroundings.

DAY 2: Explore Stratford upon Avon today at your leisure from your central hotel.

DAY 3: After breakfast we leave Stratford and head to the Cotswolds. We take the scenic route and enjoy our first stop at the lovely town of Broadway. After free time here we continue to Stow on the Wold where we enjoy our lunch stop. Then the short journey to Bourton on the Water for more free time before heading back to the Motorway and our journey back to the North West arriving around 6pm.

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Holiday Inn, #### Stratford Upon Avon Situated on the River Avon and set in landscaped gardens, the 4-star Holiday Inn is the perfect location for discovering the delights of Shakespeare's birthplace. Dine in style, enjoy a carvery dinner in the Riverside Restaurant, or enjoy a drink in G's Bar or the Terrace Bar and lounge. The leisure club has a wide range of facilities including a gymnasium, swimming pool, sauna and whirlpool. Bedrooms are en-suite and offer tea-coffee making facilities, TV, hairdryer and trouser press. A lift serves all floors.

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3 Days

Cradled in the arms of the countryside of beautiful Somerset, historic towns and villages invite you to seek out their history and heritage. Our weekend break is based in the pretty and quaint town of Street, home to the Clarks Outlet Village. Our great value break will take us to historic Wells, England’s smallest and Somerset’s only city and Glastonbury, a town full of myths and legends.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We head south to Street, arriving at our hotel mid afternoon. The remainder of the day is free to do as you please relax in the hotel or explore the pretty town.

DAY 2: After breakfast we head off firstly to Glastonbury where we enjoy free time taking in the sights. We then continue to Wells to enjoy the afternoon in England’s smallest city. View the beautiful cathedral, Bishops Palace and be sure to visit Vicars Close - the oldest continuously inhabited medieval street in Europe.

DAY 3: Spend the morning in Street maybe check out the Clarks Village, we leave around 1.30pm and head to Cheddar Gorge.

We stop at the cheese making village of Cheddar before returning to the North West for approx. 6pm

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We travel to Bristol to enjoy free time in this ever changing city. Enjoy the waterfront or the city centre. We then continue to our hotel arriving in time for our evening meal.

Adventure, Postman Pat Village and much more. Note - height and age restrictions apply to some of Longleat’s attractions.

Wessex Hotel, Street

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Sister hotel to the popular Durrant House Hotel in Bideford we are pleased to offer the excellent Wessex Hotel in the lovely picturesque town of Street. Bedrooms offer modern amenities including en-suite bathroom, telephone, TV and tea-coffee making facilities. Dinner is served in the King Arthur restaurant and offers a varied menu to suit all tastes. A lift serves all floors.

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Longleat, Weston Super Mare & Bristol Longleat features a host of amazing attractions many of which have been featured within the BBC ‘Animal Park’ series. Discover the magnificent animals within the Safari Park, set sail on the Safari Boats for a sea lion escorted cruise, get lost in the Longleat Hedge Maze, meet some furry and feathery friends in Pets Corner before discovering the treasures and heirlooms of Longleat House.

Our fun filled weekend break also includes visits to sea side Weston Super Mare and the fascinating City of Bath home to SS Great Britain.

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Wessex Hotel, Street

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We are pleased to offer the excellent Wessex Hotel in the picturesque town of Street and sister hotel to the popular Durrant House Hotel in Bideford. Bedrooms offer modern amenities including en-suite bathroom, telephone, TV and tea-coffee making facilities. Dinner is served in the King Arthur restaurant and offers a varied menu to suit all tastes. A lift serves all floors.

DAY 3: After breakfast we head to the seaside and Weston Super Mare. We then return to Poplar Services for approx. 6pm

DAY 2: Today we head to Longleat. Included in your entrance you will have the chance of enjoying all 12 great attractions on offer Longleat House, gardens & grounds, Hedge Maze, Safari Boats, Adventure Castle, Old Joes Mine, Pets Corner and Animal

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Wye Valley, Forest of Dean & Hereford

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A beautiful weekend break capturing the beauty of the Royal Forest of Dean and the stunning Wye Valley. Your itinerary will include visits to medieval Ludlow, picturesque Hereford, the historic market town of Ross on Wye, glorious Gloucester and the added inclusion of a picturesque sail on the River Wye passing through gorge separating Symonds Yat East and West.

Match this fabulous itinerary with our chosen hotel in the heart of the Forest of Dean and we are certain this will be a weekend to remember.

Bells Hotel

The Bells Hotel has a traditional, historical feel that is coupled with modern facilities to ensure your stay is as enjoyable as possible.

Boasting stunning views across its own golf course and the surrounding scenery of the Forest of Arden, our hotel is in an idyllic position. The comfortable bedrooms are Wye, this historic market town is dominated mainly on the ground floor with a few on Holiday Itinerary the first floor, please note that there is no by the 13th century church spire. The town DAY 1: We journey south avoiding the lift. Facilities include TV, hairdryer, telephone offers intriguing shops and Saturday is motorway as much as possible bound for and tea-coffee making facilities.

Ludlow, an architectural gem, with its castle, market day. This afternoon we travel to medieval and Georgian buildings. Next onto Symonds Yat for a cruise on the River Wye. DAY 3: After a leisurely breakfast we head to Hereford with its Norman cathedral, pretty Gloucester. Here you will find Roman shopping streets and a delightful riverside Dinner, Room & Breakfast foundations, Victorian docklands, Gloucester walkway before continuing to our hotel Quays and the Norman cathedral rubbing arriving early evening.

Fri May 7 3 Days £159 Fri July 24 3 Days £169 DAY 2: A stunning drive through the Forest shoulders with a bustling city centre. We of Dean and to Ross on Wye. Standing high leave after lunch and head back to Poplar Fri Oct 22 3 Days £149 Services arriving back at approx. 6pm on a sandstone cliff overlooking the River Single Room £5

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Wales’ vibrant capital city is a great destination for a short break with much to do in the city centre and the surrounding area. City centre shopping has all the famous high street names along with some speciality shops thrown in along the way. Cardiff Castle is right in the heart of the city and offers elaborate interior and breathtaking views across the city from its keep. Cardiff Bay is also worth a visit this stylish and cosmopolitan area of the city offers a stunning waterfront with many restaurants and bars. Our weekend break combines the buzz of the city with the amazing scenery of the stunning Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Morning pickups as we head south taking the scenic route through the Wye Valley and arriving in Cardiff mid afternoon.

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DAY 2: We head to the Brecon Beacons National Park, a beautiful part of Wales, with traditional market towns, stunning landscapes, canal paths and castles. The scenery here is diverse with rolling countryside and valleys, wide open spaces

to the wild beauty of the waterfalls and caves. We head firstly to Brecon offering compact narrow streets, Georgian facades and a variety or shops and places to eat.

Our scenic drive continues this afternoon and we enjoy a break in the market town of Abergavenny before returning to Cardiff.

DAY 3: Enjoy a leisurely morning around Cardiff. We arrive back into Poplar Services at approx. 6.30pm.

Melton Mowbray Pies, Pint & Stilton Plus £1 Drinks

The name Melton Mowbray is synonymous with Pork Pies but perhaps lesser known is its link with Stilton and some local breweries. This market town is steeped in rural traditions and offers historic buildings and a great itinerary for our weekend break, as we sample pies from Ye Old Pork Pie Shoppe, the stilton from The Melton Cheeseboard and some of the local brew from the Parish Brewery.

Add to this visits to Bakewell, free time in Leicester, home to Europe’s largest permanent market and £1 a pint or glass of wine in the hotel bar between 6pm and 9pm, each evening.

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Barcelo Cardiff Angel #### The hotel sits neatly between the Millennium Stadium and Cardiff Castle. This Victorian landmark offers original features alongside modern amenities. All bedrooms are tastefully furnished and are light and airy and include quality features such as, satellite TV, tea-coffee making facilities, iron & ironing board and hairdryer. Enjoy a drink in the Castle Arms bar before dinner at Castell’s Restaurant offering mouth watering Welsh food at its finest. Lifts serve all floors.

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3 Days Ramada Hotel Leicester

### Check in to Victorian elegance in a vibrant central location at the Ramada Leicester hotel. This grade II listed building offers classical and elegant surroundings.

Enjoy a drink in the lounge bar or a delicious DAY 2: A day in Melton Mowbray where we meal in the restaurant and relax in your contemporary and stylish bedroom visit Ye Old Pork Pie Shoppe, the only featuring crisp cotton linen, soft duvets and remaining bakery producing authentic comfy new pillows. Each room has a bright Melton Mowbray Pork Pies. We continue to the Melton Cheeseboard for an included talk and fresh en-suite bathroom, tea-coffee making facilities and hairdryer and TV. Lifts and tasting. Early afternoon we make the serve all floors. short journey to Burrough on the Hill to enjoy a tour and tasting at Parish Brewery.

DAY 1: We head to Leicester and our hotel arriving mid afternoon, giving you the remainder of the day to explore the city.

Don’t forget pints / glass of wine just £1 at the bar between 6pm and 9pm.

DAY 3: We head for home calling at the Peak District town of Bakewell to enjoy lunch and free time. We return to Poplar Services for approx. 6.30pm.

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Brighton & Tunbridge Wells Nestling between the South Downs & the sea on the stunning south coast, you will find Brighton offering everything from Regency heritage to beachfront cool. Brighton is one of the most vibrant, colourful and creative cities in Europe, cosmopolitan, compact, energetic, unique, fun, lively and historic, it's a town like no other. Contrast Brighton with the elegant spa town of Tunbridge Wells and you are sure of a great weekend.

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Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We head south this morning to our hotel, the evening is free to relax and enjoy the facilities at the hotel.

DAY 2: After breakfast we head to Brighton to enjoy the day exploring this vibrant South Coast resort. Enjoy the glorious sea front or wander through the shopping centre including the unique shops in the old part of town ‘The Lanes’.

DAY 3: We head into Royal Tunbridge Wells this morning and enjoy free time around

this charming and elegant spa town. We leave after lunch (not included) and return back to the North West and Poplar Services for approx. 6pm

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The excellent Ramada Plaza hotel is our base for our fabulous weekend, situated just on the outskirts of Crawley town centre.

Enjoy a drink in the friendly surroundings of Art’s Bar – a great place to unwind after a hard days sightseeing or shopping. Enjoy your meals in the modern and stylish Arts grill serving a delicious and sumptuous menu. This large hotel offers 151 bedrooms all of which are en-suite and offer TV, telephone and tea-coffee making facilities.

All floors at the hotel are served by lifts.

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Cambridge & Lincoln Weekend

3 Days

Cambridge is best known for the university, one of the oldest in the world and offers stunning old college buildings, pavement cafes, shops and stands on the banks of the River Ouse. Lincoln offers medieval streets and an imposing castle, with the cathedral standing above the lower town.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Morning pickups and we travel to the delightful town of Newark on Trent where we enjoy our lunch stop before continuing to our hotel in Peterborough arriving mid afternoon.

DAY 2: Today we visit historic Cambridge.

DAY 3: After breakfast we head to Lincoln.

With it’s cathedral, medieval streets, imposing castle and delightful riverside walks there’ll be plenty to see and do.

After free time we head back to the North West arriving back into Poplar Services approx. 6pm.

Marriott Hotel, #### Peterborough

This Marriott offers excellent facilities including Laurels Restaurant, Cocktail Bar and the Garden Lounge. The hotel’s superb leisure facilities include indoor pool, sauna, steam room, spa and gym. Bedrooms are en-suite and offer TV, phone and tea & coffee making facilities. No lift, however bedrooms are situated on the ground or first floor.

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TThe Ibis York Centre is only 800 metres from the walls of the medieval city, making a great base for your weekend break. Make yourself at home in your Inviting, modern, spacious and comfortable bedroom with a cosy bed and a functional bathroom. Your room has everything you need and then more. In the evening relax over a drink in the friendly bar and enjoy dinner in the restaurant.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We travel directly to York where you can visit the ‘Shambles’ and its olde world shops or try the high street chains just round the corner. You’ll find lots of museums and historic sights as well.

DAY 2: We visit the spa town of Harrogate.

DAY 3: Today we visit Haworth and Holmfirth, home of TV’s ‘Last of the Summer Wine’. We arrive home again to the North West at approx 6 pm.

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pic. Yorkshire Tourist Board

Our weekend is based in York, home to the magnificent Minster, National Railway Museum and Jorvik Viking Centre and the historic ‘Shambles’ shopping street. Harrogate is also featured in our itinerary, an elegant spa town full of charm and character. To finish this trio of delights we will take a lovely drive visiting some of our well loved beauty spots including Haworth, home to the Bronte’s and Holmfirth famous TV’s “Last of the Summer Wine”.

In the very heart of York overlooking the Ouse and just a short walk from the Minster and main centre, the Park Inn is ideally situated for our weekend break. Recently refurbished bedrooms offer TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and many have stunning views over the river. Relax and enjoy a drink in the bar / restaurant which also overlooks the river and serves up a delicious menu. Lifts serve all floors.

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Durham, Beamish & York

3 Days

A fantastic weekend break taking in the best that County Durham and the North East has to offer. We visit the “Land of the Prince Bishops” – Durham with its magnificent history, stunning cathedral and magnificent castle. Your weekend also includes Beamish the exciting open air, living museum encapsulating life in the north East in the early 1800’s and 1900’s. We also visit the walled city of York.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We head north to our hotel in Middlesbrough enjoying a lunch stop enroute in lovely Ripon.

DAY 2: To Durham this morning for free time to explore the city. After the opportunity to purchase lunch we continue to Beamish. Entrance to this fascinating attraction is included.

DAY 3: We head to York for free time to enjoy the many sights of this ancient city before arriving back into Poplar Services at 6pm.

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Thistle Hotel, Middlesbrough

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A contemporary 4-star hotel offering excellent facilities including leisure facilities with swimming pool, sauna, steam room and spa pool. Lifts serve all floors and bedrooms are well equipped with telephone, TV, tea & coffee making facilities and are of course all en-suite.

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Weekend Breaks Holy Island & Durham

3 Days

The 100 mile long Northumberland Coast is a Designated Area of Outstanding Beauty, sweeping from historic Berwick upon Tweed to Tynemouth, our holiday base. Our break includes visits to unique Holy Island, accessed by a causeway and Bamburgh with its imposing castle.

We will also be seeing Durham, Carlisle and Hadrian’s Wall.

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DAY 3: We drive along the A69 joining the B318 at Chesters Fort on the site of Hadrian’s Wall. We follow the Wall to Housteads where we enjoy a short break.

DAY 2: We enjoy a morning stop in Alnwick, We then drive to historic Carlisle for some free time before heading back to Poplar with its famous Castle (Harry Potter’s Services, arriving here at approx. 6pm.

Hogwarts) and gardens. We continue to Holy Island where we enjoy free time on Park Hotel, Tynemouth ## this stunning and unique Island. We The Park Hotel stands overlooking the journey next to Bamburgh to enjoy the Northumbrian coastline. The bedrooms are magnificent views of the sweeping beach en-suite and offer trouser press, hair dryer, and Castle and then continue along the tea-coffee making and TV. There is no lift, coastal road enjoying the spectacular views however all bedrooms are situated on the along the way. ground or first floor.

DAY 1: We head off to Durham to enjoy free time in this historic city. We then continue to Tynemouth our base for the weekend.

Lakes Explorer Take a short break to the Lake District with its hundreds of miles of unspoilt landscapes, hills and lakes.

You will be captivated by its amazing beauty and magnificent atmosphere.

There is plenty to keep you entertained, with shops, tearooms and of course enchanting surroundings.

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A perfect retreat away from the crowds yet in an area which holds some of the country’s most spectacular scenery.

Comfortable bedrooms include private facilities with tea & coffee facilities and TV. Evenings can be spent relaxing in one of the elegant lounges or bars. Lift

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3 Days Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We begin with a journey to the southern tip of Lake Windermere where we follow the shore lines up to Coniston. We have a short stop before heading onwards to Hawkshead and Ambleside before finally heading up to the Shap Wells Hotel.

DAY 2: After breakfast we will be exploring the Northern Lakelands, heading over Kirkstone Pass, by Ullswater Lake on to Keswick where we enjoy some free time to explore, before continuing on to Grasmere, once the home of Wordsworth.

DAY 3: Firstly to Bowness on Windermere for free time before a leisurely journey home via Grange over Sands, a lovely Victorian resort offering stunning views across Morecambe Bay. We arrive back at Poplar Services approx. 6pm.

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Carlisle-Settle Railway & Lakes

2 Days

Try one of our exceptional value for money breaks, designed to offer the discerning traveller a taste of the truly lovely lakeland landscapes and striking countryside, together with the experience of travelling on the Carlisle to Settle Railway. A magnificent two day weekend!

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We travel to the Lake District calling in at Kendal. You’ll have some free time in Windermere before we continue via Kirkstone Pass to picturesque Ullswater.

Then via the motorway our to our hotel in Gretna Green or Carlisle.

DAY 2: A free morning in Gretna Green or Carlisle (depending on hotel choice). Gretna Green is a lovely village with historic links to of course weddings and Carlisle is an ancient border city offering medieval buildings, castle and cathedral. We then catch the early afternoon train from from Carlisle to Settle. The journey is quite simply

one of the most scenic in Britain and we pass through some spectacular and breathtaking scenery much of which can not be seen from any roads. Your coach will be waiting for you in Settle for your journey back home. Please note that in some instances itinerary may be reversed.

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Gretna Hall Hotel ### Originally built in 1710 as a manor house, Gretna Hall Hotel offers a modern and contemporary style in each of the 100 ensuite bedrooms with tea-coffee making facilities, telephone, hairdryer and TV in each room. Dining is provided in the Anvil Restaurant which serves freshly prepared dishes. A lift serves all floors.

Crown & Mitre Hotel, Carlisle ### The Crown & Mitre has been restored to retain its Edwardian character and charm whilst offering every modern comfort. The hotel offers excellent facilities including Peace & Plenty Restaurant, Tavern Bar and an indoor swimming pool. The en-suite bedrooms offer TV, radio, telephone and teacoffee making facilities. Lift serves all floors.

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Weekend Breaks Scottish Borders

3 Days

Falkirk Wheel & Edinburgh

3 Days

Covering about eighteen hundred square miles, the Scottish Borders stretches from the rolling hills and moorland in the west, through gentler valleys to the high agricultural plains of the east, and on to the rocky Berwickshire coastline with its secluded coves and picturesque fishing villages. Our weekend includes some beautiful scenery along with visits to Carlisle, Dumfries, Melrose and Berwick upon Tweed.

As the world’s first and only rotating boat lift, the Falkirk Wheel is quite simply unique and amazing. During our weekend you will not only get the chance to see the Wheel at work, and take a trip, we will also be spending time in Scotland’s vibrant capital city, Edinburgh.

DAY 1: Our journey takes us north through the beautiful scenery of the Lake District and we enjoy our lunch stop in historic Carlisle. This ancient border city offers many medieval buildings and an imposing castle and stunning cathedral. We then continue to Gretna Green arriving mid afternoon and settle into our hotel.

Cairn the accommodation is furnished to a 3-star standard plus. The hotel also houses a lounge, bar and restaurant built to 4-star standards. Bedrooms are ensuite and offer tea-coffee making facilities, trouser press and hairdryer. A lift serves all floors.

Cairn Hotel, Bathgate

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DAY 1: We travel north stopping en-route in Moffat to take a brief look around their famous Woollen Mill. We continue through Border Country to the Ramada Hotel, Livingston where we’ll be spending two nights.

Originally built in 1710 as a manor house for the Johnstone family, Gretna Hall Hotel is an ideal setting with great charm and character. The hotel offers a modern and contemporary style in each of the 100 en-suite bedrooms, with tea and coffee making facilities, direct dial telephone, hairdryer and TV in each room.

A lift serves all floors.

Ramada Hotels, this hotel offers all that you would expect from an international hotel company. Arts Grill serves fine food; Arts Bar is the ideal place for a relaxing drink, and the leisure club offers an indoor pool, sauna, and steam room. No lift, however, rooms are situated on ground or first floor. En-suite bedrooms with satellite TV, hairdryer, tea & coffee making facilities.

DAY 3: We enjoy a leisurely morning around Gretna Green before heading west to enjoy a beautiful drive along the Solway Coast enjoying visits to Dumfries and Kirkcudbright before heading back to the North West for approx. 6pm.

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DAY 2: A beautiful Border Country drive today as we head through the rolling hills to Melrose. The heart of Robert the Bruce is buried here in Melrose Abbey. After free time we continue through to Berwick upon Tweed, now English this much prized port and market town to and fro’d between English and Scot hands no less than 13 times. We return to Gretna Green via the town of Jedburgh also dominated by its magnificent abbey.

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Whisky, Pipes & Haggis Weekend

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Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We head north to our hotel enjoying a stop in Gretna Green before arriving at the hotel early afternoon, you will have time to relax and prepare for your Scottish Theme evening. You will be escorted into dinner by the sound of a piper and then enjoy a typical 4 course Scottish dinner. After dinner you will be treated to a Pipe Band and Dancers for you to enjoy a mixture of traditional and modern entertainment.

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The Erskine Bridge Hotel is set in 18 acres of parkland on the banks of the River Clyde.

DAY 2: Following your leisurely breakfast The Riverfront Restaurant offers an we enjoy a beautiful scenic excursion informal atmosphere complimented by taking in the beautiful scenery of Loch Lomond, The Trossachs National Park and menus featuring traditional Scottish Dishes and an eclectic mix of contemporary we also enjoy a visit to the Glengoyne cooking styles. Relax and enjoy the leisure Distillery for an included tour. We then facilities including indoor pool, gym, sauna, return to the hotel and enjoy a leisurely jacuzzi and steam room. Bedrooms are all evening with dinner. en-suite and offer TV, hairdryer and teaDAY 3: A relaxing morning and we head to coffee making facilities. Lifts serve all floors.

Robbie Burns Country, taking in the beautiful scenery of Ayrshire as we head Dinner, Room & Breakfast to Ayr where we enjoy free time before Fri Mar 19 3 Days £129 returning back to the North West for 6pm.

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DAY 3: After a leisurely breakfast we leave Livingston and head to the highlight of our weekend, the famous ’Falkirk Wheel’.

We include a boat trip on the Wheel and free time to look around the fascinating visitor centre. We return back to the North West early afternoon arriving into Poplar Services at approx. 6pm.

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Scottish Cities “All Inclusive” Join us for a fabulous long weekend to Scotland taking in the equally fantastic yet totally contrasting cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow. Not only do you get to visit these two cities but your hotel will treat you to a fabulous great value” All Inclusive Package” which makes it unbelievable value for money.

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DAY 2: After breakfast we head to Edinburgh. Spend the full day in the city or join the afternoon optional excursion to the Royal Yacht Britannia.

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£135 £135 £135 £135 £40

Enjoy a traditionally Scottish Weekend as we take in the beautiful scenery of Loch Lomond, sample a wee dram at our Whisky Tasting at the Glengoyne Distillery, enjoy the Ayrshire Countryside which provided the inspiration for some of the finest verses of Robert Burns with free time in the traditional sea-side town of Ayr, and all topped off with en evening of traditional Scottish fayre and entertainment.

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DAY 1: We head north through Cumbria and over the border into Scotland where we enjoy our lunch stop in famous Gretna Green before continuing to our hotel where we arrive approx. 5pm.

DAY 2: A short journey takes us to Scotland’s largest city – Glasgow. Enjoy your day taking in the outstanding Victorian architecture, visit one of the many galleries or sample the best shopping in the UK outside of London.

DAY 3: A day in Scotland’s Capital – Edinburgh. This beautiful city offers so much to its visitors, from the magnificent Castle, House of Holyrood, Princes Street Gardens, excellent shopping and much much more.

DAY 4: After a leisurely breakfast we head for home stopping off in Moffat en-route and arriving back into the North West around 4.30pm.

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Cairn Hotel, Bathgate ### Here at the recently renovated Cairn the accommodation is furnished to a 3-star standard plus. The hotel also houses a lounge, bar and restaurant built to 4-star standards. Bedrooms are en-suite and offer tea-coffee making facilities, trouser press and hairdryer. A lift serves all floors

“All Inclusive” Package Includes Full Scottish Breakfast • Packed Lunches on Days 2 & 3 • 3 Course Dinners with choice of menu • FREE BAR from 6pm – 9pm each evening with selective spirits and house brands • Entertainment each evening • Traditional Scottish dinner on final evening

All Inclusive Fri Feb 5 Fri Mar 5 Single Room

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West Country Weston-Super-Mare & Bath

5 Days

Miles of golden sands, beautiful open spaces, a bustling high street and a host of famous attractions await you in Weston Super Mare. A cocktail of traditional and modern attractions are the ingredients for a perfect holiday mix. A legacy of Weston’s Victorian past is its’ many parks and gardens, scattered throughout the town and all beautifully kept.

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Excursions Included

Seaward Hotel

EXCURSION 1: An afternoon drive through Cheddar Gorge. Curiously weathered limestone outcrops, softened in many places by the foliage of rooted shrubs hanging over the road from 450ft cliffs - an experience not to be missed.

The Seaward is a family run hotel, excellently situated at the centre of the seafront. It is close to all the amenities that Weston-Super-Mare has to offer and stands facing the Knightstone Harbour, the town centre and Winter Gardens are also close by.

The hotel holds a long standing reputation for good food, service and facilities. All bedrooms are en-suite with tea & coffee making facilities. Lift to all floors. Some entertainment.

EXCURSION 2: Today we visit Royal Bath see the Roman Baths, 15th century Abbey, marvel at the Georgian architecture of the Crescent or taste the spring waters of the famous historic city. The pavement cafes, shops, river and restaurants will all add to your enjoyment.

West Country Explorer – Bideford

Excursions Included

Durrant House Hotel

EXCURSION 2: (5 Day Tours Only) We enjoy an afternoon excursion to Great Torrington.

Set on a cliff top over the River Torridge, Great Torrington is home to Dartington Crystal and the Torrington 1646 Exhibition.

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The beautiful countryside of Somerset offers rolling hills as far as the eye can see and is awash with quaint towns and villages full of history and heritage.

Our five day break takes us into the heart of Somerset as we stay in the pretty town of Street, home of the famous Clarks Shoes family, factory and museum. The factory is no longer there but you will find the excellent Clarks Outlet Village filled with various shops and eateries a great place to relax and browse. Your holiday will also include visits to beautiful Bath, England’s smallest city – Wells, mythical Glastonbury and beautiful Cheddar Gorge.

5 Days Wessex Hotel, Street

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Sister hotel to the Durrant House Hotel in Bideford, the excellent Wessex Hotel offers modern amenities including en-suite bathroom, telephone, TV and tea-coffee making facilities. A lift serves all floors.

we head to legendary Glastonbury.

DAY 1: We head south to Street arriving late DAY 4: Beautiful Bath is today’s destination. afternoon It is a unique city and its hot springs, Roman Baths, splendid Abbey and Georgian stone DAY 2: Enjoy a free day in Street.

DAY 3: We set off this morning to Wells. This crescents have attracted visitors for centuries. lovely city offers something for everyone and for those bargain hunters today is Market Day. Not into shopping - then explore the lovely cathedral and Vicars Close – the oldest continuously inhabited medieval street in Europe. Mid afternoon

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EXCURSION 1: (All Tours) A lovely drive into Cornwall. Following the coast we stop in the pretty fishing village of Boscastle before continuing to Tintagel, where the ruined castle is the legendary birthplace of King Arthur. After free time we head back to Bideford with a stop in Bude en-route.

Somerset, Bath & Wells

Holiday Itinerary

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4 & 5 Days

Our base is the pretty market town of Bideford, set on the River Torridge and offering a thriving shopping centre and working harbour. In the 16th century Bideford was Britain’s third largest port, today the narrow town centre streets lead down to the tree lined quay which bustles with fishing vessels, cargo and pleasure boats. The highlights of this tour are sure to be the excellent day trips that are included, taking in Tintagel, home of King Arthur, Bude and Barnstaple to name just a few of the stunning towns you will visit.

Situated just outside Bideford, the hotel provides it’s guest with a high standard of personal service, comfort and cuisine, all helping to make your stay a pleasant one.

Entertainment will be provided at least two nights during your stay. Bedrooms are spacious and all offer en-suite amenities and tea-coffee making facilities, TV, telephone and radio. There is also a lift serving each floor.

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DAY 5: We leave Street after breakfast bound for Cheddar Gorge. We take in the beautiful scenery and stop at the pretty cheese making village of Cheddar before returning to the North West.

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West Country Newquay & Cornish Splendour Newquay is the Jewel of Cornwall’s coast, the breathtaking riviera where soaring cliffs alternate with sheltered coves and thundering surf with secluded rock pools, smugglers’ caves and soft, golden sands stretching for seven miles. The Cornish scenery around Newquay offers quaint villages, stunning Atlantic Coastlines and award winning gardens.

Excursions Included EXCURSION 1: A visit to the popular Cornish resort of Falmouth. With its maritime links you could see anything from fishing boats, yachts to ocean liners in the docks, relax on the Blue Flag beach, explore Pendennis Castle on the headland or take a boat trip around the harbour. Whatever you choose, you are sure not to be disappointed in Falmouth.

5 Days Cliffdene Hotel The popular Cliffdene Hotel overlooks Tolcarne Beach and is well placed for all Newquay’s activities and attractions. The spacious dining room enjoys panoramic views of the Newquay bays and provides good home cooking served by the well instructed staff. Bedrooms are en-suite and are equipped with TV and tea-coffee making facilities. Some evening entertainment. Lift

Dinner, Room & Breakfast

EXCURSION 2: Here’s a real Cornish treat as we travel to the delightful village of Padstow offering bustling narrow streets, slate houses and a quaint harbour.

Mon Apr 26 Mon Oct 11 Single Room Sea View (p.p.)

Newquay, Cornish Riviera & Eden Project One of Cornwall’s most popular resorts, Newquay boasts magnificent beaches, fine scenery and a host of seaside holiday amenities. The town is awash with holiday fun and entertainment. Trenance Gardens offer a quieter haven, the harbour is a colourful sight, packed with interest and there’s lots of great shopping too. These special holidays also include a visit to the Eden Project, if you have already been you will be amazed at the transformation as the plants and flowers have aged since the first opening in 2001.

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Cliffdene Hotel

The popular Cliffdene Hotel overlooks Tolcarne Beach and is well placed for all Newquay’s activities and attractions.

For those who like walking there are sandy beaches together with the beautiful cliff walks. The Cliffdene is a long established family hotel and concentrates on giving comfort and service. The spacious dining room enjoys panoramic views of the Excursions Included EXCURSION 2: The Eden Project is one of Newquay bays and provides good home cooking served by the well instructed staff.

EXCURSION 1: Our excursion today takes us the new wonders of the world – giant Biomes act as the different climate zones of Bedrooms are en-suite and are equipped firstly to historic Truro dominated by the with TV and tea-coffee making facilities. the world and house beautiful and tall spire of the Gothic cathedral. On then Some evening entertainment. Lift. important plants from every corner of the to Falmouth. See your driver to arrange an World. We return to Newquay via the optional cruise from Truro along the River Dinner, Room & Breakfast Fal to Falmouth or simply sit back and relax quaint harbour village of Charlestown. on the coach. Once in Falmouth enjoy the EXCURSION 3: Here’s a real Cornish treat as Sun June 27 7 Days £299 Georgian architecture, the cobbled alleys we travel to the delightful village of Mon Aug 22 7 Days £325 lined with ancient inns and the third Padstow offering bustling narrow streets, Single Room Nil largest natural harbour in the World. slate houses and a quaint harbour.

Sea View (p.p.) £25

West Looe – A Cornish Delight We are delighted to once again include West Looe in our programme. The pretty fishing town of Looe is a truly delightful and picturesque place, separated into two towns of East and West Looe by the River Looe flowing out to sea. The small harbour is still a busy fishing port and watching the hustle and bustle as the fishermen return home with their catch is a great way to appreciate the town. Meander your way through the maze-like streets, learn of the towns maritime history or simply relax on the wide sandy beach the choice is yours and a laid back holiday awaits you in Looe.

6 Days Portbyhan Hotel

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Situated on the quayside of West Looe overlooking the River and East Looe, the Portbyhan offers stunning views from its unrivalled position. The hotel is family run and is one of Looe’s most popular hotels.

Facilities at the hotel include the restaurant offering fantastic views across the quayside, and a bar area with regular entertainment.

Bedrooms at the hotel are en-suite and OPTIONAL EXCURSION: Join us for an Excursions Included offer TV telephone, hairdryer and tea and optional trip along the coast to enchanting EXCURSION 1: We travel to Torpoint and Polperro. This picturesque fishing village has coffee making facilities. A lift serves all cross the Tamar River by ferry to Plymouth.

The city is steeped in a rich maritime history a history of smuggling and the museum in floors. Rooms with Balcony are available on request at a supplement. the town pays tribute to this. Narrow, with plenty for you to see and explore. winding streets and alleys, cottages perched EXCURSION 2: Mevagissey is another Dinner, Room & Breakfast on steep slopes, overlooking a tiny harbour.

Cornish smugglers haunt where a maze of Sat June 5 6 Days £339 narrow alleyways, small coves and cliffs Sat Sept 11 6 Days £369 await you. In the afternoon we visit the Cornish capital, Truro, an elegant town with Single Room Nil Doorstep Pickups – Sept 11 a stunning cathedral and cobbled streets.

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West Country St Ives – A Real Cornish Treat

5 & 7 Days

Situated overlooking a spectacular crescent of beaches, St. Ives is not only a tourist haven but artists from the world over flock here to paint the breathtaking scenery. Few resorts are as memorable, with lively streets, harbour and a warren of stone cottages and cobbled alleyways. The artists colony is the home to many galleries and is now home to one of the most famous, the Tate gallery.

Excursions Included EXCURSION 1: A scenic tour taking us via Redruth to popular Falmouth. There will be free time to enjoy the harbour, award winning beaches or even enjoy a sail. We return to St.Ives via Helston and take in the stunning views of St. Michaels Mount.

We then enjoy a pretty drive to the quaint village of Mousehole, with its tiny harbour and tight tangled lanes, we then return to St. Ives via Newlyn.

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Longships Hotel

This family run hotel offers a warm welcome and a cosy atmosphere and is EXCURSION 2: A picturesque drive to quaint perfectly situated on the main route Mousehole, made up of tight tangled through St. Ives overlooking the harbour lanes and a tiny harbour. We continue to and town and with beautiful views across Newlyn before returning to St. Ives. the bay. Bedrooms at the hotel all offer TV, EXCURSION 3: (7 days) Firstly we travel to tea & coffee making facilities and are of Lands End to take in the breathtaking views. course en-suite.

Paignton & Devon Delights What a magical place – to many folk it is a true alternative to a foreign

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Tue Apr 6 Sun May 9 Sun Aug 29 Mon Sept 27 Mon Oct 18 Single Room

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holiday. To begin with the South Devon climate is just about the kindest in

Set in a level position opposite the seafront and a short walk to the town centre. The Britain. There are lovely gardens and parks and boats and trains to various reception area takes you through to the picturesque surrounding areas. This resort has a colourful image with marine conservatory with a view of the seafront and Palace Gardens. A lift serves all floors gardens, a lovely promenade, a pier and harbour. and the en-suite bedrooms have beverage Excursions Included EXCURSION 3: (8 days only) We visit the making facilities, hair dryers & TV. regency seaside resort of Sidmouth, EXCURSION 1: (All Tours) We travel from Entertainment on some evenings.

Paignton on board the morning Dartmouth where Queen Victoria often holidayed as an infant.

It is also home to many historic Steam train along the spectacular Torbay coast to Kingswear, taking in lovely scenery houses and a pretty esplanade.

Dinner, Room & Breakfast as we go. We then cross the River Dart by Mon Feb 15 5 Days £149 ferry and enjoy free time in Dartmouth.

Mon Mar 15 5 Days £169 (Dartmouth Steam Train trip not included on February & March tours) Wed May 5 5 Days £249 EXCURSION 2: (All Tours) We enjoy an Sat June 26 8 Days £399 afternoon drive to one of Devon’s oldest Sat Aug 21 8 Days £399 resorts, Teignmouth.

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Torbay – Babbacombe

5 Days

Babbacombe is one of the oldest resorts in Devon and still retains lots of its charm from Victorian times. From Babbacombe Downs there are superb views over Lyme Bay and the surrounding countryside, and a clifftop railway runs down to Oddicombe Beach, backed by red sandstone cliffs, and undoubtedly one of the most beautiful beaches in the whole of the West Country. The St. Mary Shopping Centre and the famous Model Village are both nearby and Torquay town centre is just a few minutes bus ride away.

Excursions Included EXCURSION 1: A leisurely scenic drive along the Devon coast takes us to the delightful little resorts of Teignmouth and Dawlish whose seafront esplanade stretches for almost 2 miles. In charming 18th century Dawlish, Dawlish Water runs through the town with lovely miniature gardens complete with cascading waterfalls. We then continue onto Teignmouth.

EXCURSION 2: Our lovely afternoon drive takes us to the stunning Buckfast Abbey.

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Anchorage Hotel

The Anchorage is always popular choice. The hotel is close to the bowling green, so it is level around the grounds. En-suite bedrooms with TV & tea-coffee making facilities. Lift serves most rooms.

Entertainment is provided most evening and for the summer months enjoy a swim in the heated outdoor pool.

Dinner, Room & Breakfast

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English Riviera – Torquay

5 & 8 Days Excursions Included EXCURSION 1: (8 days only) We travel into the Dartmoor National Park and make a stop at Princetown, the highest town in Dartmoor, giving you the chance to purchase one of their renowned cream tea’s. We then continue through the amazing scenery to the city of Plymouth where the magnificent Sound, Barbican and famous Hoe are all worth a visit.

EXCURSION 2: (All tours) Today we visit charming Totnes and the ancient harbour town of Dartmouth, the setting for many Agatha Christie mysteries.

EXCURSION 3: (8 days only) We visit the regency seaside resort of Sidmouth, where Queen Victoria often holidayed as an infant. It is also home to many historic houses and a pretty esplanade.

EXCURSION 4: (5 days only) An afternoon jaunt taking us through the resort of Paignton to the equally popular Riviera resort of Brixham.

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Turkey & Tinsel – Nov 15

Dinner, Room & Breakfast There is something for everyone in Torquay. Its’ sophisticated style stems from a town developed as a fashionable haven for visitors in the last century and can be seen in modern guise in its thriving marina, smart shops amid elegant Victorian terraces and its sweeping promenades hemmed in by sandy beaches and manicured gardens with lights illuminating the promenade and reflecting across one of Europe’s most beautiful bays.

Cavendish Hotel

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The family run Cavendish offers great facilities including 2 swimming pools, 3 bars, a lovely restaurant and nightly entertainment. Situated in the heart of Torquay, approx 400m from the beach and a 5-10 minute walk from the centre.

Bedrooms are all comfortably furnished with TV, tea/coffee making facilities and telephone. Lifts serve all floors.

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The Bute Court is a gracious Victorian hotel retaining a lot of its original character. It is in a great location with the seafront a short stroll away. Bedrooms have ensuite facilities and offer a tray of tea and coffee, TV, and telephone. The restaurant overlooks the gardens towards Torbay and offers a varied daily 3 course dinner menu of delicious traditional cuisine. A lift serves all floors.

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A warm welcome awaits you at the family run Gresham Court Hotel which is ideally located for the town centre of Torquay. New owners David and Helen pride themselves on their high standards of hospitality, service and quality of cuisine. Regular entertainment takes place in the stocked bar and your comfortable en-suite rooms offer TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Lift to all floors.

Mon Jan 11 5 Days Bute Court £119 Mon Feb 1 5 Days Cavendish £109 Mon Mar 1 5 Days Cavendish £119 Mon May 10 5 Days Gresham £199 Mon May 24 5 Days Cavendish £179 Mon Jun 21 5 Days Cavendish £199 Sat Jul 10 8 Days Cavendish £319 Sat Jul 31 8 Days Gresham £339 Mon Aug 30 5 Days Gresham £229 Mon Aug 9 5 Days Bute Court £199 Mon Sep 6 5 Days Cavendish £199 Mon Oct 4 5 Days Cavendish £179 Mon Oct 25 5 Days Bute Court £179 Mon Nov 15 5 Days Cavendish £159 Single Room - All Hotels Nil

Regency Sidmouth We are delighted to offer this excellent five day holiday to the lovely East Devon resort of Sidmouth and the excellent Royal York & Faulkner Hotel. Beautiful gardens and leisurely walks, Regency history and fine hotels, clean beaches and friendly shops all await you in Sidmouth, nestling beneath majestic red cliffs and the green hills of the glorious Sid Valley.

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Excursions Included EXCURSION 1: We head East today following the Jurrasic Coast to our first stop in Dorchester – home of Thomas Hardy and the County town of Dorset. We spend a little time here before we continue to the lovely sea-side town of Weymouth.

5 Days Royal York & Faulkner Hotel

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A magnificent Regency hotel, enjoying an unrivalled position on Sidmouth's elegant Esplanade. Dating from 1810, the hotel has undergone extensive though careful refurbishment, encompassing beautifully EXCURSION 2: An afternoon jaunt along the appointed public areas with excellent coast to the resorts of Budleigh Salterton & amenities. Run by the Hook family, resident proprietors for more than 60 years, the Exmouth. hotel has a reputation for offering hospitality, personal service and comfort.

Aspara, the hotel's spa is contemporary in design, with a stunning interior featuring Italian natural stone, glass & subtle lighting, the Hydra-Spa offers a hydrotherapy pool, steam cabin, traditional sauna and loungers for relaxing. Bedooms offer en-suite facilities, TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities. Lifts serve all floors.

Highly Recommended.

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Southern England

Bournemouth & South Coast Splendour

5, 7 & 8 Days

Bournemouth is dedicated to the making of memorable holidays, which may explain why so many return to this sunny, sheltered southern coastal town, time after time. This favourite resort has the advantages of a superb beach, award winning gardens, first class shopping and year round entertainment.

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Mayfair Hotel

EXCURSION 1: (7 & 8 days only) We’ll be stopping first at the pretty village of Lulworth with its cobbled streets, old inns and interesting harbour. We then proceed to Weymouth. Situated in the heart of Hardy Country, this popular seaside resort offers everything you would wish on a day visit.

The Mayfair is situated on Eastcliff, just a few minutes walk to the Pier, Town Centre, Gardens and beaches. The hotel is family run with a friendly and efficient reputation and warm welcome. Bedrooms are all ensuite with TV, telephone, radio, hairdryer and tea-coffee making facilities. Entertainment will be included during your stay. Please note that lift only serves the first two floors.

Bournemouth & Jersey Twin Centre

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Dinner, Room & Breakfast Mon Jan 18 5 Days Mayfair Sat Feb 27 8 Days Sands Sun Mar 7 8 Days Sands Mon Mar 29 5 Days Mayfair Mon Apr 19 5 Days Mayfair Mon May 17 5 Days Sands Mon Jun 7 7 Days Mayfair Sun Jun 27 5 Days Sands Sat Jul 17 8 Days Sands Mon Jul 26 5 Days Mayfair Sun Aug 8 7 Days Mayfair Mon Sep 20 5 Days Sands Mon Oct 18 5 Days Sands Mon Nov 8 5 Days Sands Single Room - Both Hotels

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EXCURSION 2: (All tours) Our drive takes us through the beautiful New Forest to the city Bournemouth Sands Hotel of Salisbury, with it’s Cathedral, quaint old Sister hotel to the Daish’s on the Inns and museums. The tranquil Cathedral Close preserves a beauty and atmosphere of Isle of Wight, this hotel is situated in a quiet its own with fine buildings dating from the cul-de-sac just two minutes from West Cliff and within walking distance to the town 14th to the 18th Century. centre. Offering evening entertainment in EXCURSION 3: (All tours) We enjoy an the spacious entertainments room, or enjoy afternoon drive to the attractive and delightful town of Christchurch. Offering an the lovely views across the gardens from the lounge for a quieter evening. Lifts serve 11th century Priory Church. all floors and bedrooms are all en-suite.

Turkey & Tinsel – Oct 18, Nov 8

A fabulous new holiday which takes in two of England’s best loved holiday resorts. Our holiday takes us firstly to Bournemouth. With its superb beach, award winning gardens and first class shopping centre, Bournemouth offers something for everyone. Our holiday then continues to the sunny Channel Isles and Jersey, where we enjoy free time in the delightful resort of St. Helier with its busy harbour, stunning beaches and excellent shopping. This will certainly be a holiday to remember.

HOLIDAY ITINERARY DAY 1: Morning pickups as we join our coach and journey to the south coast and Bournemouth, where we enjoy a four night stay.

Forest to enjoy a scenic excursion to the city of Salisbury, with its cathedral, quaint inns and museums.

DAY 3: Enjoy a free day in delightful Bournemouth.

DAY 5: We bid farewell to Bournemouth and make the short journey to Poole to catch the Condor fast crossing to the Channels Islands and Jersey. The crossing takes approx. 4 hours and on arrival into St. Helier you will be met by a local coach for your short transfer to your hotel where we spend the next three nights.

DAY 4: We head in to the stunning New

DAY 6: Enjoy a free day in St. Helier or take

DAY 2: We enjoy a morning jaunt to the pretty town of Christchurch with its 11th century priory church and quaint shopping centre.

the excellent local transport on the Island to any of the amazing beaches or tourist attractions.

DAY 7: Another free day.

DAY 8: A local coach will collect you from the hotel for your flight back to Liverpool.

On arrival into Liverpool Airport, minibuses will be waiting to return you back to your home.

Mayfair Hotel, Bournemouth See above for hotel description.

Mayfair Hotel, Jersey See page 41 for hotel description.

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Mon July 26 Single Room

8 Days £499 On Request

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Isle of Wight – The Diamond Isle

5, 7 & 8 Days Shanklin Lying at the southern end of Sandown Bay, you’ll find the contrasting resort of Shanklin. At the foot of the spectacular cliffs is a long, safe sandy beach and promenade.

At the top of the cliffs is the picturesque old town with narrow streets, thatched cottages, tea rooms and the famous Crab Inn. The Old Town and promenade are linked by a cliff lift, or a stunning cliff walk for the more energetic. Shanklin is one of the more intimate holiday resorts on the Island, but still offers it’s own theatre, lively pubs and entertainment. You may also like to sample the amazing cliff walk to neighbouring Sandown.

Sandown Sandown is probably the best loved resort on the Island with nothing but golden The Isle of Wight is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing break, at any time of the year. It is a stunning Island with sands to disturb the view in any direction. unspoilt scenery and a wealth of fascinating attractions. Explore cliff tops walks, beaches and coastal woodland. The Safe bathing, a traditional pier with top wonderfully varied and unspoilt coastline scenery is probably the Island’s finest natural asset, from glistening chalk shows, coastal walks and one of the best cliffs overlooking clear waters to the tranquil estuaries which meander inland. Our tours to the Island give you the sunshine records in England, combine for a opportunity of seeing much of the Island and you can choose where you stay between the two equally poplar perfect holiday at any time of the year.

resorts of Sandown or Shanklin.

Carlton Hotel, Sandown This hotel is situated a stone’s throw from the sea. The cheerful staff and management will make every effort to make you feel perfectly at ease throughout your stay. The hotel boasts excellent dining rooms with homemade cooking, two bars to enjoy a relaxing drink, and very good nightly entertainment. All bedrooms are en-suite and a lift serves all floors.

Excursions Included EXCURSION 1: (All Tours) We take the coast road to the South of the Island and make a stop at the Botanical Gardens in Ventnor.

From here we continue to the old harbour town of Yarmouth for free time before returning back to our hotel. Please note that on 8 day holidays we visit the popular resort of Ryde after Yarmouth before returning to our hotel.

EXCURSION 2: (All Tours) We enjoy a morning jaunt to the picturesque olde worlde village of Godshill. With an abundance of thatched cottages, tea rooms and unusual shops, Godshill is one of the most photographed villages in Britain.

EXCURSION 3: (7 & 8 Days) Tuesday is Market Day in Newport and we head for some bargain hunting before continuing to the world’s premier yachting centre, Cowes.

Daishs Hotel, Shanklin Elegant Victorian Daish’s Hotel stands in its own grounds at the head of Shanklin’s old village. Relax in the quiet lounge, enjoy the entertainment in the Tally Ho bar or take a dip in the indoor pool.

Bedrooms are en-suite with TV, tea-coffee making facilities and telephone. There is a lift to all floors.

Weymouth & Dorset Delights Weymouth’s fame as a seaside town goes back to the times when King George III spent his holidays here. Modern Weymouth is right up to date with the very best facilities - a sweep of the Georgian seafront house hotels, restaurants, pubs, cafes and ice cream parlours. Pass the time shopping in the small character shops or watch the world go by down at the harbour. Stroll the Esplanade, laze on the beach, visit the nearby Nature Reserves, colourful gardens or swimming pool complex - lots to see & do, come rain or shine.

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5 & 8 Days Fairhaven Hotel

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The Fairhaven is situated on the prom close to the harbour, Pavilion Theatre and just a few minutes level walk from the town centre. The bar lounge is comfortably furnished with a friendly atmosphere.

Dancing and live entertainment are available most evenings. Bedrooms are ensuite and have tea-coffee making facilities.

EXCURSION 3: (8 days) An excursion passing Excursions Included A lift serves most floors. through some of Dorset’s pretty thatched EXCURSION 1: (All tours) A lovely drive Hotel Central ## villages to West Bay on the Jurasic Coast, through the village of Corfe, dominated by At the Hotel Central all bedrooms are well its castle ruins, and on to the Isle of Purbeck England’s first natural World Heritage Site. decorated and comfortably furnished, each to Swanage. This is an attractive town with We then continue onto the Regency resort with private bathroom, TV and tea-coffee plenty of interesting shops, and spectacular of Sidmouth with its pretty esplanade and making facilities. The dining room is a historic houses. floral displays in parks and gardens. pleasant venue offering a varied menu with EXCURSION 4: (8 days) Today we head EXCURSION 2: (5 days) An afternoon trip a choice of dishes at each meal, the lounge inland to Dorchester to enjoy their weekly passing to West Bay on the Jurasic Coast, and fully licensed bar offer dancing and live market. After time for shopping and lunch England’s first natural World Heritage Site. entertainment several evenings each week West Bay offers a stunning beach and pretty we continue to Sherborne, home to two during the season. A lift serves all floors. harbour along with great fish and chips! castles and many medieval buildings.

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Dinner, Room & Breakfast Sat May 29 5 Days Fairhaven £259 Mon Jun 21 5 Days Central £259 Sat Jul 17 8 Days Fairhaven £429 Single Room 5 Days £15 Single Room 8 Days £25

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Southern England

Eastbourne & Sussex Downs

Eastbourne enjoys higher than average sunshine figures and the promenades and Carpet Gardens lining the beach are sheltered by the cliffs of Beachy Head. Night-time Eastbourne entertains visitors with summer shows, concerts, ballet and opera. There are amusements on the pier, old time music hall and much more.

Excursions Included EXCURSION 1: (All tours) We travel to the historic town of Battle with its quaint shops, tea rooms and of course the Abbey built on the site of the battle of Hastings in 1066. We then continue our drive to Rye the famous Cinque Port with a great market.

EXCURSION 2: (All Tours) A half day excursion taking us the olde worlde village of Alfriston.

EXCURSION 3: (7 & 8 days) We pass the stunning landscape of Beachy Head as we take the coast road passing through Brighton and making a stop at the lovely resort of Worthing. Relax and watch the world go by from the lovely promenade or explore the shops and cafes.

New Wilmington Hotel ### The New Wilmington is located in the heart of Eastbourne; 5 minutes stroll from the town centre and 2 minutes from the local theatre and seafront. As one of Eastbourne’s highest rated AA 3 Star Hotels, you can rest assured that you will receive a unique service from a team who believe that nothing is ever too much trouble. The comfortable bedrooms, each furnished to a high standard offer en-suite facilities, tea & coffee tray, TV, hairdryer and telephone. The elegant restaurant offers delicious food and the lounge / bar area is a great place to relax. Lift serves all floors. Evening entertainment.

5, 6, 7 & 8 Days

Langham Hotel

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The Langham hotel is beautifully situated on Eastbourne’s seafront and offers a warm welcome from the helpful management and staff making you feel instantly at home.

The restaurants offers lovely views out to sea and the comfortable bar and terrace are great places to sit back and relax. Bedrooms at the hotel are all en-suite and offer TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and hairdryer.

Lifts serve all floors, evening entertainment is also included.

Doorstep Pickups – Jan 11, Feb 28, Apr 17, May 8, July 3

Turkey & Tinsel – Nov 22, 29

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Mon Jan 11 5 Days Langham £129 Mon Feb 8 5 Days Langham £139 Sun Feb 28 5 Days Wilm’ton £169 Mon Mar 22 5 Days Langham £159 Mon Apr 5 5 Days Langham £189 Sat Apr 17 5 Days Wilm’ton £199 Sat May 8 5 Days Wilm’ton £229 Mon May 31 5 Days Langham £235 Sun Jun 20 6 Days Langham £289 Sat Jul 3 8 Days Wilm’ton £394 Sun Aug 15 7 Days Wilm’ton £349 Fri Sep 10 7 Days Wilm’ton £349 Mon Sep 27 5 Days Langham £249 Mon Oct 18 5 Days Langham £199 Mon Oct 25 5 Days Wilm’ton £229 Mon Nov 22 5 Days Langham £219 Mon Nov 29 5 Days Wilm’ton £199 Single - Langham Nil Single - Wilm’ton 5 Days (Feb/Apr) £18 Single - Wilm’ton 5 Days (Oct/Nov) £20 Single - Wilm’ton 7 Days £35 Single - Wilm’ton 8 Days £40

Folkestone & Brugge Folkestone is situated on the south east coast. A sandy beach stretches westwards from the harbor under wooded cliffs which rise to ‘The Leas’, a cliff top promenade with extensive lawns, gardens and paths offering endless interesting seascapes. A scenic zig-zag path winds through the pines to the lower promenade or if you are feeling less energetic, there is a funicular railway.

Grand Burstin Hotel Situated on the picturesque harbour of Folkestone and resembling a large ocean liner, this Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone has, for many years enjoyed the reputation of the UK’s leading leisure hotel. The fabulous nightly LIVE entertainment and day trips to the continent complete a great holiday package.

5 Days

Excursions Included EXCURSION 1 : We travel to Dover to catch a morning ferry across the Channel to Calais.

We then make the short journey to the delightful ‘Venice of the North’ – Brugge.

This amazing City offers a myriad of canals passing the medieval buildings, lace and chocolate shops, cafes and bars from where you can relax and enjoy the lovely atmosphere. We allow 4 hours in Brugge before returning to Calais for our ferry back to Dover. A later evening meal has been arranged at the hotel.

EXCURSION 2 : We visit the old smugglers haunt of Rye. As you wander around the cobbled streets, look out for local landmarks like the Ypres Tower and Landgate Arch.

Mermaid Street is peppered with ancient buildings, with strange names such as, 'The House Opposite', 'The House with the Seat' and 'The House with Two Front Doors'.

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Mon July 26 Mon Aug 23 Mon Sept 13 Single Room

5 Days 5 Days 5 Days

£229 £229 £209 Nil

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East, Central & North This special holiday takes in the best of Derbyshire, Warwickshire and Staffordshire, whilst staying in the pretty village of Market Bosworth in Leicestershire. A delightful itinerary awaits you, including the spires of Chesterfield, Lichfield and Coventry and your stay in a grade II Listed William and Mary Mansion House Hotel will top your short break off nicely.

Holiday Itinerary

DAY 4: To Staffordshire today as we head to Lichfield – a city steeped in heritage. Walk through 2000 years of history in the Heritage Centre, enjoy the stunning architecture of Lichfield Cathedral, whilst the medieval streets are lined with tempting shops. This afternoon we continue DAY 2: This morning we head to Coventry, with its 20th century Cathedral rising above to the National Memorial Arboretum, devoted to the concept of Remembrance the stark ruins of the medieval Cathedral and home of the Armed Forces Memorial destroyed by German air raids in 1940. This DAY 5: We head for home enjoying stops in afternoon we continue to Warwick where the Derbyshire towns of Matlock and the historic castle stands in 60 acres of Buxton before arriving into Poplar Services parkland and gardens. approx. 4.30pm.

DAY 3: A free day in Market Bosworth.

DAY 1: Our first spire is the crooked spire of the Church of St. Mary and All Saints in Chesterfield. We visit on market day, one of the largest open air markets. We then continue to our hotel.

Suffolk Highlights & Constable Country The famous artist John Constable painted his works of art around the Suffolk and Essex border, with the villages and landscapes his inspiration and now it is your turn to be inspired. Our holiday is based in the old market town of Sudbury. The town, which dates back to Saxon times is situated beside the River Stour and is also famous as the birthplace of Thomas Gainsborough – another great artist. We include a guided tour of Constable Country -enjoy the views and learn more about the life and the paintings of this great artist. We also visit Colchester. Britain’s oldest recorded town and the popular sea-side resort of Clacton on Sea.

Included Excursions EXCURSION 1: We enjoy a guided tour of Constable Country. Whilst on board the coach enjoy commentary from our local guide and we stop off in places such as Dedham where the artist attended Grammar School, the medieval village of Lavenham famous for its medieval half timbered cottages and 15th century church and Flatford Mill and Bridge Cottage.

Bosworth Hall Hotel ### This magnificent grade II listed mansion is set in a beautiful expanse of landscaped gardens and private parkland. The Hall’s public rooms have been renovated and refurbished preserving the original features.

Jenny’s restaurant serves up a delicious buffet breakfast and a succulent carvery evening meal, whilst your bedrooms are en-suite with colour TV, telephone, trouser press and tea and coffee making facilities.

Lifts also serve all floors.

Turkey & Tinsel – Nov 8

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Mon May 3 Mon July 5 Mon Nov 8 Single Room

£199 £199 £199 Nil

5 Days

The Mill Hotel Sudbury ### Situated beside the River Stour in

Sudbury the 3-star Mill Hotel is the perfect base for exploring rural Suffolk. The oak panelled restaurant overlooks the terrace and mill pond and surrounding countryside, and the hotel has a reputation for good food. The bar also offers pretty views across the water meadow and is a great place to relax with a drink. Bedrooms are traditionally furnished and are en-suite with EXCURSION 2: Today we travel to Colchester.

TV, tea and coffee making facilities and Britain’s oldest recorded town dates back hairdryer. Please note that there is no lift at over 2000 years, the ruins of the Castle is this hotel, ground and low floor rooms are home to the largest surviving keep in available on request.

Europe. After lunch (not included) we continue to the sea-side and Clacton on Sea, Essex’s most famous sea-side town.

Dinner, Room & Breakfast

Doorstep Pickups

Sun July 4 Sun Oct 3 Single Room

5 Days 5 Days

£279 £279 £50

Lincolnshire Coast, Skegness & Lincoln The county of Lincolnshire offers so much to its many visitors from the Wolds to the Fens and the countryside to the seaside. Our base for our Lincolnshire holiday is the popular seaside resort of Skegness.

With six miles of award winning sandy beach, theatres, gardens and pier you are always sure of something to do here in Skegness. During your stay we’ll be visiting the impressive city of Lincoln, an historic city with picturesque cathedral, Norman Castle and one of the finest Victorian parks in the UK. We will also be touring the delightful Lincolnshire Wolds stopping in the historic market town of Louth.

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Savoy Hotel

EXCURSION 1: We enjoy a morning tour into the Wolds. Calling firstly at Alford at the foot of the Wolds. This small picturesque market town offers a traditional Tuesday Market featuring local produce and auction sales. There is also a working five-sailed windmill. We then continue to Louth, known as the capital of the Wolds offering narrow winding streets, old inns and splendid Georgian houses.

The Savoy enjoys a central promenade location with all the sea front attractions and central beach right on your door step! The en-suite bedrooms are very comfortable with modern facilities, tasteful décor, TV, and tea making facilities. Along with good quality accommodation, another of the Savoy’s attractions is its excellent dining facilities in the beautiful restaurant with panoramic seafront views. Ballroom dancing and cabaret performers are here for your entertainment on most evenings.

A lift serves most floors.

EXCURSION 2: To Lincoln today to enjoy all that the city has to offer, visit the cathedral, castle, medieval Bishops Palace enjoy a cruise along the river or enjoy a bargain hunt at the daily market the choice is yours.

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Mon June 7 Mon Sept 27 Single Room

5 Days 5 Days

£249 £245 Nil

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Booking Form David Ogden Holidays

BOOKING IS EASY

204 Clipsley Lane, Haydock, St. Helens, WA11 0HU Reservations: Telephone (01744) 740490/ Fax (01744) 740496

BOOKING DIRECT

BY TELEPHONE You’ll find booking quick and easy with our friendly Holiday Sales Staff. They know all about all of our holidays, so they can help you choose the holiday that’s just right for you.

Select your destination, departure date and the accommodation you would like, together with preferred local joining point.

Call our Holiday Sales office

HOLIDAY TITLE/HOTEL

DAYS

OUR BOOKING REFERENCE

SEAT NUMBER

MR MRS

AGENT’S ABTA CODE

AGE SURNAME

INITIALS

AGENT’S REFERENCE

ROOM TYPE

If Under 12

DEPARTURE DATE

PICK UP POINT

HOLIDAY INSURANCE Delete if not required

01744 740490 YES

Our staff will check availability and answer any queries you may have. You will be given a reference number which should be quoted on any subsequent enquiry in connection with your booking.

Once you have chosen your holiday, the Agent will confirm the booking for you.

You will be required at this stage to complete and sign this holiday booking form and pay the appropriate monies and insurance premium, which will be sent to us by the Agent. We will then send your Travel Agent a confirmation and invoice verifying the details of your booking, the holiday cost and the balance of holiday cost due.

YES SPECIAL REQUESTS: (Cannot be guaranteed)

ALTERNATIVE INSURANCE COMPANY:

FULL POSTAL ADDRESS (OR TRAVEL AGENTS STAMP) ADDRESS OF FIRST NAMED PASSENGER

DAYTIME TELEPHONE NO. EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO. DEPOSITS & HOLIDAY INSURANCE PREMIUMS 47 48 45 46

41 42

37 38

33 34

29 30

21 22

25 26

17 18

13 14

6 5

9 10

Standard Coach Seating Plan - Alternatives May Be Used

49 50 51 52 53

43 44

39 40

31 32

35 36

27 28

23 24

15 16

19 20

8 7

11 12

4 3

ALL NO SMOKING

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Booking your holiday through a Travel Agent couldn’t be simpler.

They will do everything for you fill in forms, telephone for bookings and receive and handle confirmations - all at no cost to yourselves.

YES

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BOOKING THROUGH YOUR TRAVEL AGENT

YES

DRIVER

We will then send, direct to you, our confirmation and invoice verifying the details of your booking, the holiday cost & the date the balance of holiday is due.

YES

DOOR

Complete this booking form and post it immediately to us by 1st Class Post, together with all appropriate monies.

Payment by either credit card or direct debit card can be made at this stage. Subject to transaction charges of 2%. We therefore recommend that you send a cheque at no extra charge. Please do not send cash through the post.

YES

ANNIVERSARIES, BIRTHDAYS CHRISTMAS PRESENTS Stuck for that special gift idea then why not treat your friends or relatives to a David Ogden Holidays gift voucher?

01744 740490 BOOKING ONLINE

Did you know that you can now book our holidays online.

Simply go to:

www.davidogdenholidays.co.uk find the holiday of your choice and follow the seven easy steps.

A confirmation will then be forwarded to you by email. Our Website will also have details of any extra holidays or special offers in our offer of the week section.

All deposits and holiday insurance premiums are quoted per person and are payable at the time of booking.

Holiday Type UK Holidays

Holiday Duration

Holiday Insurance Deposit Premium

1-3 Days

£40

£15

4-5 Days

£40

£18

6-8 Days

£40

£22

Europe & Ireland

1-3 Days

£40

£22

Coach Holidays

4-5 Days

£40

£25

6-10 Days

£40

£32

Europe Air Holidays Worldwide Flight Holidays

11-14 Days

£40

£35

8 Days

£150

£39

ALL

£200

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IMPORTANT: I have read, understood and accept for myself and all other named above, the terms of the Ogdens Trading Agreement as published in this brochure.

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Groups & Holiday Insurance Group Travel ARE YOU PART OF A GROUP OR ORGANISATION? We have years of experience in providing great holiday packages, whether you would like one of our advertised tours or to tailor make your own trip we can arrange it for you! From day trips to worldwide holidays and everything in between, we are here to help and make sure that you and your group have a truly memorable holiday.

• Free organiser places • Tailor make your own package • Your choice of pick up's • Your own personal consultant dealing with your booking • Low deposits for groups • Provisional bookings whilst you & your group decide • Promotional assistance – posters, talks presentations etc.

• Tours individually priced for you • Theatre tickets, entrance admissions, lunches, sails, guided tours – any of these can be added to your holiday

Contact Laura or Carol 01744 606176 David Ogden Holidays Groups Department Baxters Lane, Sutton, St Helens WA9 3DH

Holiday Insurance Insurance Holiday A Special Coach Holiday Travel Insurance Scheme is available for all passengers travelling on our holidays from AXA Insurance (UK) plc who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. Should you wish to take advantage of our Coach Holiday Travel Insurance please include the appropriate premium when booking your holiday.

DEMANDS AND NEEDS This insurance policy will suit the Demands and Needs of an individual, or group (where applicable) who have no excluded preexisting medical conditions, are travelling in countries included within the policy terms and who wish to insure themselves against unforeseen events detailed in the cover section below. Subject to the terms, conditions and maximum specified claim limits.

IMPORTANT We will not provide you with advice about the suitability of this product for your individual needs but will be happy to provide you with factual information.

We summarise below the details of the insurance cover provided which also includes INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL RESCUE - 24-hour emergency service. The following is a brief summary of the cover available. Full details of Cover, Policy Warranties and Exclusions will be forwarded with your confirmation of booking. In any event you may ask for a specimen copy of the Policy Wording before booking should you wish to examine this in advance.

Cover

Sum Insured

Cancellation Missed Departure/Travel Delay Personal Accident Medical and other Expenses including Curtailment Medical Inconvenience Benefit Personal Property/Loss of Passport Personal Liability Delayed Baggage Legal Expenses 14 day Refund

£3,500 £600/£60 £15,000 £2,000,000 £450 (£15 per 24 hours) £1,500/£200 £2,000,000 £100 £10,000 Insurance Premium

Policy Excesses £50.00 each and every loss for Cancellation (£15 Loss of Deposit), Curtailment and Holiday Abandonment.

Medical and Other Expenses, Personal Property and Money excess £50.00 each and every incident per Insured Person.

Health Conditions If you are travelling in England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland or Isle of Man and can answer NO to questions 1, 2 and 3 immediately below, it will not be necessary for you to complete a Self Declaring Medical Form. The Standard Policy Terms, Conditions and Exclusions shall apply.

It is a condition that at the time of taking out this policy and between that time and your departure you must comply with each of the following: 1) You are not aware of any reason why the trip should be cancelled or cut short 2) You are not travelling: a) against the advice of a medical practitioner b) for the purpose of obtaining medical treatment, or c) if you have been given a terminal prognosis 3) You are not receiving or awaiting treatment for an illness or injury as a hospital day case or in-patient, as any claim arising from this injury or treatment will not be covered.

In addition if you are travelling outside England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland or the Isle of Man, the following additional conditions will apply: You must notify the Issuer of this policy immediately of any of the conditions listed below arising between the date the policy is issued and the time of departure of the trip. We must be informed of any fact which is likely to influence us in the acceptance, assessment or continuance of this insurance. Failure to do so may invalidate this insurance, leaving you with no right to make a claim.

1) If you have received medical treatment as a hospital day case, in-patient or out-patient during the six months prior to the booking of the trip, you must obtain from a medical practitioner at your cost confirming that you will be fit enough to take the trip.

2) if you are undergoing medical treatment as a hospital out-patient at the date the final balance of the trip is due to be paid, a certificate of fitness confirming your ability to travel must be obtained by you at your cost.

3) If you are on medication at the time of travel your medical condition is stable and well controlled.

The Policy contains the following General Exclusions: You are not covered for anything caused directly or indirectly by you suffering from Stress, anxiety or depression unless it has been investigated and diagnosed as such by a Consultant specialising in the relevant field, who must confirm in writing at your cost that you are fit enough to take this trip

Cooling Off Period You should read your policy immediately to ensure it meets with your requirements. If for any reason it does not it must be returned to the issuer of the policy within 14 days of the date of issue or prior to travel which ever is the sooner. Your money will be refunded in full, provided no claims have been made or incident likely to give rise to a claim has arisen. If you cancel your policy after 14 days no refund will be given.

The Travel Insurance Premiums and cover offered in this brochure are correct for all Holidays booked up to and including the 31st December 2010. Any Holidays booked and Insurance issued after this date will be subject to change and FSA regulation.

DAVID OGDEN HOLIDAYS ARE AN APPOINTED REPRESENTATIVE OF ITC COMPLIANCE LIMITED WHO ARE REGULATED BY THE FINANCIAL SERVICES AUTHORITY.

HOLIDAY INSURANCE PREMIUMS Premiums shown are per person and are inclusive of Insurance Premium Tax at the appropriate rate.

HOLIDAY TYPE UK HOLIDAYS

EUROPE & IRELAND COACH HOLIDAYS

JERSEY AIR HOLIDAYS WORLDWIDE FLIGHT HOLIDAYS

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INSURANCE PREMIUM £15 £18 £22 £22 £25 £32 £35 £39

ALL HOLIDAYS

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Trading Charter OUR TRADING CHARTER WITH YOU Why should I read this page?

Because it is very important. Our Trading Charter forms a key part of our agreement with you and forms the basis of a legally binding contract between you as the lead name making the booking, anyone else in your party and us.

When you make this booking as the lead name you undertake that you have the authority to accept, and do accept, on behalf of your party the terms of these booking conditions. This contract is made subject to the terms of these booking conditions, which are governed

by English Law, and the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts.

If your holiday involves any travel by air your contract will be with the ATOL Holder named on the individual brochure page.

These contract terms and financial guarantees will not apply to any holiday involving any type of flight. Instead, you will be supplied with the full booking conditions of the ATOL holder arranging your holiday.

Your booking agent will have a copy or alternatively you can request one prior to booking your holiday from David Ogden Holidays, 204 Clipsley Lane, Haydock St. Helens WA11 0HU Tel: 01744 74490 If you did not see this trading charter before you made your bookinge and you are not happy to proceed with the booking now that you have seen it please return all documentation to us or the Travel Agent through whom you booked within 7 days of receiving this charter.

Your booking will be cancelled and your monies will be returned in full, providing you have not commenced your travel. Please note depending that some aspects of your holiday may incurr a cancellation charge i.e. late bookings, theatre tickets etc.

How and when do I make this contract with you?

We welcome you making contact with us in a number of ways. You can phone us, use a nominated travel agent or call into our reservations department. Whichever way you contact us the contract is made when your booking is entered on to our reservation system and we issue a confirmation of booking. We will send you, or your agent the confirmation of your booking within 7 working days of receiving your booking form. Please check this confirmation very carefully to ensure all the information is correct and tell us, or your agent, immediately of any errors.

How is my holiday money protected?

We subscribe to the Code of Conduct of the Bonded Coach Holidays Group (“BCHG”) of the Confederation of Passenger Transport UK. BCHG requires a bond to be taken out to provide protection for your holiday money in the unlikely event that a Member cannot, for financial reasons, carry out their obligations to their passengers.

BCHG Consumer Guarantee The Bonded Coach Holiday Group guarantees to bona fide customers that in the event of failure of a bona fide Member, it will: (1) wherever possible, arrange for a holiday or tour to be completed; (2) where failure occurs after a holiday has begun, arrange for customers to be returned by an appropriate means of transport to their UK area of departure; (3) if the holiday or tour cannot be completed as planned, the reimbursement of payments made by the customer to the BCHG Member.

When do I need to pay for my holiday & how much?

At the time of booking you will need to pay a deposit for each person named on the booking. The balance must be paid before the dates listed below. Where you use an agent they may require you to pay them earlier than this date and will advise you seperately of their balance due date.

In the case of any small variation, an amount equivalent to 2% of the price of your holiday, which excludes insurance premiums and any amendment charges, will be absorbed or retained. For larger variations, this 2% will still be absorbed for increases, but not retained from refunds. In either case, there will be an amount to cover agents commission. If this means that you have to pay an increase of more than 10% of the price of your holiday, you may cancel it and receive a full refund of all monies paid, except for any amendment charges. We will consider an appropriate refund of insurance premiums paid if you can show that you are unable to transfer or reuse your policy. Should you decide to cancel for this reason, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on your final invoice.

Alternatively, you can accept an offer of an alternative comparable holiday of equivalent or superior quality, if available, or an alternative holiday of lower quality, if available. You may then transfer payment made in respect of the original holiday to the alternative holiday. If the cost of the alternative holiday is less than the original holiday, the difference in price will be refunded. Please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your holiday due to contractual and other protection in place.

In addition to sterling we use the following currencies in calculating our holiday prices. Below are the equivalent exchange rates to £1 sterling from the Financial Times dated 20 July 2009.

Country / Exchange rate: Euro = 1.16

Can I change my holiday arrangements?

After we have issued our booking confirmation we will do our best to accommodate any changes you may want to make but we cannot guarantee to do so. Any changes must be notified to us in writing and signed by the person who signed the booking form. If we are able to make the changes an amendment fee of £25 per booking per occasion will be payable plus any additional charge for the facilities requested. Any significant alteration after the balance due date will be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and will be subject to the cancellation charges detailed below. A significant alteration would include a change of departure date, holiday or hotel, or number of people travelling.

Amount of cancellation

cancellation is received

holiday price

More than 56 days

Deposit

55 - 49 days

30% - or deposit, if greater

Coach Holidays - Deposit £40 per person

48 - 22 days

50%

Flight Holidays - Deposit £150 per person

21 - 8 days

70%

Your balance is due 8 weeks prior to departure.

7 - 1 days

90%

Where optional items are purchased as part of the tour package these are payable on the balance due date except where items, such as theatre tickets, have been specifically purchased for you. In this case the cost will be payable at a separate date notified to you and will not normally be refundable unless we obtain a refund from the supplier we use.

Departure day or later including

Total holiday cost

- Dues and taxes including changes in VAT or any other Government imposed changes.

If, prior to departure, we make a significant change to your holiday arrangements or cancel your holiday we will pay you compensation on the above scale unless:-

If, after departure, we need to make a change to a significant proportion of your holiday we will do our best to make suitable alternative arrangements at no extra cost to you. If it proves impossible to make suitable alternative arrangements, or if you have reasonable grounds for refusing the alternative offered, we will arrange transport back to your point of departure, or to an alternative location that we agree to. Unless the change is as a result of unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control (as described above), you will also be entitled to compensation.

You, or any member of your party, may cancel at any time provided that the cancellation is made by the person who signed the booking form or alternative booking method confirmed by the lead name and is communicated to us in writing via the office at which you made your original booking. You will have to pay cancellation charges set out in the scale below to cover our estimated loss resulting from the cancellation. If you are insured against cancellation you may be able to recover the charges from your insurers. Your cancellation will take effect from the date when either the travel agent or we receive your written confirmation of your cancellation. You must also return any tickets or vouchers that you have received. A reduction in room occupancy may increase the charges for the remaining passengers by the application of supplements for low occupancy of rooms.

charge as a % of

- Exchange rates applied to the particular holiday booked; or

Period before departure in Amount Per Person which significant change is Duration Duration notified to you or your agent 2 - 5 Days 6+ Days More than 42 days Nil Nil 25 to 41 days Nil £10 15 to 24 days Nil £15 8 to 14 days £15 £20 0 to 7 days £20 £25 Payment of compensation according to the scale set out above will not affect your statutory right to claim further compensation if, in all the circumstances, you remain dissatisfied.

How can I cancel my holiday?

within which written

- Transportation costs such as fuel and/or fuel tax, ferry operator fares and tolls, embarkation or disembarkation fees at terminals;

We will pay you compensation for significant changes on the following scale:

- the holiday is changed or cancelled by reason of unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised. These circumstances include war or threat of war, riot, civil strife, terrorist activity, industrial disputes, fire, quarantine, epidemic or health risks, natural or nuclear disasters, port and terminal closures and adverse weather conditions.

Period before departure

Yes we can, but only in very limited circumstances. The price of your holiday can be varied due to changes in:-

Scale of Compensation

You can transfer your booking to someone else provided you give us reasonable notice. This person must be able to satisfy all the conditions for the holiday and a change cannot normally be made later than 14 days prior to departure. We will make an administration charge of £25 per person for every transfer we make plus any reasonable additional costs caused by the transfer. You will remain responsible for ensuring that the holiday is paid for by the balance due date.

If you do not pay the outstanding balance for your holiday on or before the date when it is due we may cancel your booking and you will be required to pay the cancellation charges detailed below. The date of cancellation will normally be the date you confirm in writing that you intend to cancel or 15 days after the balance due date, whichever comes first.

Can you change the price of my holiday after you have issued the booking confirmation?

When we have notified you of the changes and options available, you must tell us your decision as soon as possible and within any timescale we may need to set bearing in mind the need to safeguard the holiday arrangements of other customers.

Can I transfer my booking to someone else?

Scale of Cancellation Charges

Your agent will hold your deposit on your behalf until we issue a confirmation of your booking. The agent then holds this money on our behalf. The agent holds the balance you pay on our behalf until the date the balance is due. The agent will then forward to us.

If our recommended Insurance was taken this will be refunded also or can be transferred to an alternative holiday from our brochure.

- the holiday is cancelled because the number of persons who agreed to take it is less than the minimum number required, and you were informed of the cancellation in writing within the period indicated in the description of the holiday; or

If you book within our balance due period you will need to pay the total holiday cost at the time of your booking.

If I use an agent who does my money belong to?

If you withdraw from the holiday because we have made a significant change or if we have to cancel your holiday for any reason other than non-payment by you we will offer you the choice of: (a) a comparable replacement holiday if available; or (b) a replacement holiday of lower quality together with a refund of the price difference; or (c) a full refund of the money you have paid.

voluntary termination whilst on holiday

What happens if you change my holiday?

The arrangements for your holiday will usually have been made many months in advance. Sometimes changes are unavoidable and we reserve the right to make them. Most of these changes are likely to be minor and we will do our best to keep you informed. We will tell you before your booking is confirmed if there have been any changes since the brochure was published. If, after booking and before departure, we make a significant change to your holiday you will have the option of withdrawing from the holiday without penalty or alternatively you may transfer to another holiday without paying an administration fee.

In either case we will pay you compensation according to the scale set out below.

A significant change would involve a change in departure time or return time of more than 12 hours or departure point, location of resort or quality of hotel, (excluding single overnight hotels on touring holidays). On all our holidays we reserve the right to use either, a ferry or the Channel Tunnel for the short crossing between England and France.

What is the extent of your liability?

We accept responsibility if you or any member of your party is killed or injured as a result of an activity forming part of your holiday arrangements which you booked with us before your departure; or if any part of your holiday arrangements, booked with us in the UK, is not as described in the brochure or not of a reasonable standard; if the failure in your holiday arrangements or any death or personal injury is due to any fault on our part or that of our agents or suppliers whilst acting in the course of their employment. We do not accept responsibility if the failure, death or personal injury is not caused by any fault of ours or of our agents or suppliers or is caused by you or someone not connected with your holiday arrangements; or if the failure, death or personal injury is due to unusual or unforeseen circumstances which, even with all due care, we, or our agents or suppliers, could not have anticipated or avoided.

For claims which do not involve personal injury, illness or death, the most we will have to pay if we are liable to you is three times the price the person affected paid for their holiday (not including insurance premiums and amendment charges). We will only have to pay this maximum amount if everything has gone wrong and you have received no benefit from your holiday.

If you or any member of your party is killed, injured or becomes ill as a result of transport by ship, train or coach, any liability which we may have to pay compensation is limited in line with the Athens Convention (applies to transport by ship), the Berne Convention (applies to transport by rail) and the Geneva Convention (applies to transport by road). You can get copies of the relevant conventions from us if you ask. You should also note that these conventions may limit or remove the carrier’s liability to you and the amount which the carrier has to pay you.

If we make any payment to you or any member of your party for death, personal injury or illness, you will be asked to assign to us or our insurers the rights you may have to take action against the person or organisation responsible for causing the death, personal injury or illness.

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Trading Charter Our suppliers (such as accommodation or transport providers) have their own booking conditions or conditions of carriage, and these conditions are binding between you and the supplier. Some of these conditions may limit or remove the relevant transport provider’s or other supplier’s liability to you. You can get copies of such conditions from our offices, or the offices of the relevant supplier.

What do I need to do if I have to complain?

If you have a complaint during your holiday you should tell the driver/representative or supplier at the earliest opportunity so that they can do their utmost to resolve the problem immediately. If they are unable to resolve the problem to your satisfaction you should complete a Holiday Report Form which is available from the driver/representative. You will be given a copy of this report which you should keep. If, on your return from holiday, you remain dissatisfied you should write within 28 days to David Ogden Holidays, Customer Relations Department, 204 Clipsley Lane, Haydock, St. Helens WA11 0HU. In your letter you will need to quote your booking reference number, holiday number, departure date and a copy of the Holiday Report Form which you completed at the time.

If you do not tell us at the earliest opportunity about a problem giving rise to your complaint we cannot take steps to investigate and rectify it. In deciding how to respond to your complaint we will take into account the date you first drew the problem to the attention of our driver/representative or supplier.

If I do not agree with your decision can I request arbitration?

Yes you can. If we cannot resolve your complaint amicably you may request that the dispute is referred to an independent arbitration scheme established by the Confederation of Passenger Transport UK (CPT). Full details of this scheme will be provided on request or you can obtain a copy from CPT. This arbitration scheme provides a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on the customer in respect of costs. This scheme does not apply to claims for an amount greater than £1500 per person. There is also a limit of £7500 per booking. Normally there is a time limit of 9 months from the date of return from your holiday within which to request arbitration but in exceptional circumstances the scheme can be used beyond this date. This scheme does not apply to claims that arise mainly in respect of physical injury or illness or the consequences of any illness or injury.

Children’s reduction Child reductions are available on most holidays and vary dependent on hotel and child age. Child reduction details can be obtained from our reservations department on 08709 908909

Coach seating There is a seating plan of the coach for each holiday, but it is possible that on occasions operational reasons will require a coach with a different configuration to be used. We therefore reserve the right to alter a coach-seating plan and allocate seats other than those you have booked.

Requests for particular seats can be made on most holidays when booking but because allocations are made on a first come, first served basis you are recommended to book early. When your booking is confirmed you will be offered the best seats that are available at that time. If you know someone who may want to book later but sit near you please discuss this with the booking clerk at the time you make your booking.

Specific seats will not be allocated on coaches which operate on feeder services between joining points and main holiday departure points, on coaches which carry out transfers to and from seaports or airports.

Health & Safety on holiday In some foreign countries, standards of infrastructure, safety and hygiene may be lower than those to which we are accustomed in the UK. You should therefore exercise greater care for your own protection. Further information can be obtained from your GP or from your travel agent who can provide you with the leaflet “Health Advice for Travellers” published by the Department of Health. Some people may be at risk from discomfort or deep vein thrombosis (DVT) if they remain immobile on a journey for a long period of time. If you are planning to undertake a bus or coach journey of more than 3 hours you should consult your doctor if you have ever had DVT or pulmonary embolism, a family history of clotting conditions, cancer or treatment for cancer, a stroke, heart or lung disease or if you have had major surgery in the past 3 months. We reserve the right to refuse any booking in the absence of a doctor’s certificate confirming that you are fit to travel. During the journey we will provide comfort stops as frequently as possible. During these stops you are encouraged to get off the coach and walk around. Exercise reduces any discomfort which may be caused by periods of immobility. During any journey you should drink alcohol only in moderation as it leads to dehydration.

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which could damage property, we have the right, after reasonable consideration, to terminate your contract with us. If this happens we will have no further obligations or liability to you. The coach driver or representative, ship’s captain, or authorised official of other means of transport is entitled to refuse you boarding if in their reasonable opinion you are unacceptably under the influence of drink or drugs or you are being violent or disruptive. If you are refused boarding on the outward journey we will regard it as a cancellation by you and we will apply cancellation charges according to the scale in the cancellation section of this Trading Charter. If the refusal is on the return journey we have the right to terminate the contract and will have no further obligations or liability to you.

No smoking policy We operate a strict no smoking policy on all our coaches. We make frequent comfort stops. The no smoking policy of other carriers and suppliers will vary and will be supplied on request if you contact Reservations 08709 908909.

Pets We do not allow pets to taken on our holidays. Registered Assistance Dogs will normally be accommodated on UK holidays but not on overseas holidays.

Pick up point, itineraries, travel documents and passport You are responsible for ensuring that you are at the correct departure point, at the correct time, with the correct documents and we cannot be held liable for any loss or expense suffered by you or your party because of an incorrect passport or late arrival at the departure point.

If you are a British citizen travelling outside the United Kingdom you must have a full UK passport valid for a minimum of three months ( six months for Flight Holidays) after your scheduled date of return. Non-UK citizens must seek passport and visa advice from the consulates of the countries you plan to visit prior to making a booking for one of our holidays The name on the passport must match the name on the ticket. If someone in your party changes name after the booking is made you must tell us immediately so that we can issue the ticket in the new name.

Approximately two weeks prior to departure we will send you or your booking agent all the necessary labels so that you receive them in good time for your holiday. Certain travel documents may have to be retained by us and your driver/courier will then issue them to you at the relevant time. If you lose a travel document after it has been issued to you we will require you to meet the direct cost charged by the carrier/supplier for the issue of a duplicate or replacement.

David Ogden Holidays reserve the right to modify itineraries to conform with requests from the competent authorities in the United Kingdom and any other sovereign state through which the tour will operate.

We are keen to plan arrangements for your holiday so that special needs and requests can be accommodated as far as possible. If you will need assistance or special facilities in the hotel, or may have difficulties in taking part in excursions or boarding and travelling on the coach or other means of transport you must let us know in advance. Not all the holidays in this brochure may be suitable for you. We want you to enjoy your holiday and will try to help you select an appropriate trip. If you need advice or further information either you or your booking agent should contact our Reservations Department.

Special requests If you have a special request, we will do our best to help but, save as set out below, we cannot guarantee that it will be fulfilled.

Please inform your travel agent or us (if you are booking direct) of your request before you make your booking and ensure that you provide as much detail as possible. If fulfilment of your special request is vital to your holiday, it must be specifically agreed with us before or at the time when you make your booking. We will comply with any special request which has been specifically agreed. General confirmation that a special request has been noted or passed on to our supplier is not confirmation that your request will be met. All special requests are subject to availability unless and until they are specifically confirmed by us.

If fulfilment of your special request incurs any additional costs, we will either invoice this prior to your departure or inform you that it will have to be paid locally.

If your special request relates to a special diet, please tell us before booking or as soon as you are medically advised and send us a copy of the diet. We will contact the hotel or hotels on your holiday but please note that some hotels may not have facilities to cope with special diets and we cannot be held liable for their failure to do so unless we have specifically confirmed to you that a special diet will be catered for. Where we think that a hotel is unlikely to be able to cope with a special diet we will tell you prior to issuing a booking confirmation so that you can exercise your right to cancel without charge.

Single Occupancy Single occupancy of rooms when available may be subject to a supplementary charge and this will be shown on the brochure page.

Entertainment Some of our hotels arrange additional entertainment. Where this is part of the holiday details are given on the respective brochure page. Where it is not specified it may still be available but is at the discretion of the hotel and is not guaranteed. It may be withdrawn if there is a lack of demand or for operational reasons.

Data Protection Act

Included excursions are detailed on the relevant brochure page and refunds will not be made for any excursion not taken.

Optional excursions may be booked and paid for in resort but these will not form part of the package booked with us.

In order to process your booking and to ensure that your travel arrangements run smoothly and meet your requirements we, and your travel agent, need to use the information you provide such as name, address, any special needs/dietary requirements etc.

Admission fees to buildings, grounds etc. are not included in the price of the holiday unless otherwise stated on the relevant brochure page.

We take full responsibility for ensuring that proper measures are in place to protect your information. We must pass the information on to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements such as hotels, transport companies etc. The information may also be supplied to security or credit checking companies, public authorities such as customs/immigration if required by them, or as required by law.

What happens if I am delayed?

Your travel insurance may cover you for some delays. In addition where you are delayed for more than six hours in any one day we will seek to minimise any discomfort and where possible, arrange for refreshments and meals.

Do I need to take out travel insurance?

We strongly advise all our customers to take out travel insurance to cover medical and repatriation costs, personal injury, loss of baggage and cancellation charges. You do not need to take out our travel insurance but you should have insurance, which is at least as good or better than the insurance we offer. If you do not have adequate insurance and require our assistance whilst on holiday, we reserve the right to reclaim from you any medical repatriation or other expenses which we may incur on your behalf which would otherwise have been met by insurers.

What assistance will you give me if things go wrong when it is not your fault?

Additionally, where your holiday is outside the European Economic Area (EEA), controls on data protection in your destination may not be as strong as the legal requirements in this country. We will not, however, pass information on to any person not responsible for part of your travel arrangements. This applies to any sensitive information that you give to us such as details of any disabilities or dietary/religious requirements. If we cannot pass this information to the relevant suppliers, whether in the EEA or not, we cannot provide your booking. In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons. Please note that where information is held by your travel agent, this is subject to your agent’s own data protection policy.

If you, or any member of your party, suffer death, illness or injury whilst overseas arising out of an activity which does not form part of your package travel arrangements or an excursion arranged through us in the UK, we shall at our discretion, offer advice, guidance and assistance. Where legal action is contemplated and you want our assistance, you must obtain our written consent prior to commencement of proceedings. Our consent will be given subject to you undertaking to assign any costs, benefits received under any relevant insurance policy to ourselves. We limit the cost of our assistance to you and any member of your party to £5000 per party.

You are entitled to a copy of your information held by us. If you would like to see this, please contact us.

Passenger behaviour

Special needs

We want all our customers to have a happy and carefree holiday.

But you must remember that you are responsible for your behaviour and the effect it may have on others. If you or any member of your party is abusive or disruptive or behaves in a way which, in our reasonable opinion, could cause damage or injury to others or affect their enjoyment of their holiday, or

Unfortunately, many hotels overseas do not provide adequate facilities for guests with mobility problems or who suffer from other disabilities. But whether you are planning a holiday overseas or in the UK, please notify us before you book if you or any member of your party has special needs or suffers from any disability.

David Ogden Holidays, Customer Relations Department, 204 Clipsley Lane, Haydock, St. Helens WA11 0HU.

We retain your full contact details and other information in secure files and electronic storage facilities. We may use this information to contact you by mail, telephone or electronic means. We will provide you with details of other goods and services including those of selected third parties. If you do not wish to receive the further information about products and services from either ourselves or third parties please write to the data controller.

Publication date and details This brochure was printed in the United Kingdom by David Ogden Holidays, Baxters Lane, Sutton, St. Helens WA9 3DH in November 2009.

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East, Central & North

Scarborough & Yorkshire Coast

5 Days

Scarborough on Yorkshire’s glorious coastline offers the best in traditional seaside hospitality. On the resort’s projecting headland stands the ruins of the ancient castle and below a colourful fishing community and sophisticated spa town offering a welcome that only ‘Yorkshire Folk’ can give. On our included sightseeing excursions we’ll be showing you Whitby, with quaint harbour and famed for its connections with Captain Cook and Dracula, seaside Bridlington and the Flamborough Head Heritage Trail with stunning coastal views.

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Excursions Included

Delmont Hotel

EXCURSION 1: Today we journey along the coast to Filey with quaint fishermans cottages and attractive Edwardian houses.

After a break we continue to the popular seaside resort of Bridlington where you’ll have free time to admire the beaches, town centre and harbour before we return back to Scarborough. En-route we drive the Flamborough Head Heritage Trail with stunning coastal views.

The Delmont has established itself as one of your favourite holiday spots. Situated close to the town centre, the hotel has superb panoramic views over North Bay. It offers Grand Hotel excellent entertainment and well equipped Situated in the heart of the town centre, en-suite rooms with TV and tea-coffee the Grand Hotel enjoys pride of place making amenities. A lift serves all floors. overlooking Scarborough’s picturesque South Bay and Harbour. With it’s grand atmosphere, host of facilities, extensive sea views and traditional home style cooking, you’re sure to have a relaxing break. Spectacular cabaret entertainment features every evening including live bands, cash bingo, sparkling shows or visiting cabaret artistes, you’re sure to have an extra special time!

Turkey & Tinsel – Nov 15 & 29

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Mon Jan 25 5 Days Grand Mon Feb 15 5 Days Grand Mon Mar 8 5 Days Grand Mon Mar 29 5 Days Delmont Mon Apr 12 5 Days Grand Mon Apr 19 5 Days Delmont Mon May 10 5 Days Grand Mon May 24 5 Days Delmont Mon Jun 28 5 Days Delmont Mon Jul 12 5 Days Delmont Mon Aug 2 5 Days Grand Mon Aug 23 5 Days Delmont Mon Sep 20 5 Days Delmont Mon Oct 11 5 Days Delmont Mon Oct 25 5 Days Grand Mon Nov 15 5 Days Delmont Mon Nov 29 5 Days Grand Single Room - Both Hotels

Northumberland Castles & Cathedrals

£140 £150 £170 £175 £189 £195 £199 £215 £219 £229 £249 £239 £219 £199 £199 £189 £189 Nil

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EXCURSION 2: We enjoy an afternoon trip along the coast to Whitby, with its quaint harbour, famous fish and chips, and renowned for its connections with Captain Cook and Dracula.

Doorstep Pickups – Jan 25

Northumberland offers a fascinating contrast of coast, countryside, market towns and villages and an abundance of ancient history. Our five day holiday will take in the very best of the county including the spectacular castles of Bamburgh and Alnwick. We also include a visit to the cathedral city of Durham and a drive through the stunning North Pennines.

Holiday Itinerary

before continuing to Bamburgh Castle. The Castle dominates the coastline and fully justifies status as the former royal fortress for the Kings of Northumbria. (Entrance DAY 2: This morning we travel to Hexham, a included). After free time we continue to bustling market town with award-winning Alnwick Castle, the second largest inhabited parks, eating opportunities in the wide variety of pubs and restaurants and medieval castle in England which was built as a medieval fortress in the 1300’s and has been buildings at the centre of which is Hexham Abbey. After free time here on market day we used as a backdrop for many movies and TV series. (Entrance included) return to our hotel via the North Pennines.

DAY 1: We head to our stunning hotel with a stop en-route in the spa town of Harrogate.

DAY 3: We head to the city of Durham whose spectacular castle and cathedral perch atop a hill over the River Wear. The cobbled streets offer a superb mix of shops, cafes and pubs.

DAY 4: We enjoy a morning stop in Morpeth

DAY 5: Our return journey includes a drive along the Tees Valley coast with a stop at Saltcar, a Victorian railway resort and home to the Smugglers Heritage Centre. We return back to Poplar Services for approx. 4pm.

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Set in 150 acres of beautiful countryside the Barcelo Redworth Hall Hotel is simply stunning. This grand old manor house dates back to 1744 and has many original features.

Dine in style in 1744 restaurant offering a mouth watering choice of menus, relax in one of the lavishly decorated lounge areas or enjoy the facilities of the leisure club, whatever you choose to do you will be doing it in style. Bedrooms are individually designed and equipped to a high standard including hairdryer, tea-coffee making facilities and TV. A lift serves all floors.

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Mon Jun 7 Mon Aug 16 Single Room

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Best of the Seaside – Blackpool

2, 3, 4 & 5 Days Parisienne Hotel

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The Parisienne is a traditional English hotel with a little “French Accent” situated on the North Promenade. All bedrooms are well equipped and complemented by full en-suite facilities, hospitality trays & telephones as standard. Entertainment is key at the Parisienne with a variety from comedy and dance performances to magic shows and cabaret. The restaurant boasts a spectacular live Marine Aquarium and panoramic views across the Irish Sea.

Book Early For a Free Sea View Room Upgrade

Park House Hotel

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This hotel is situated in a premier position on the North Promenade overlooking the sea, and within easy reach of the Winter Gardens, Tower, 3 Piers, shops and the town centre. With its excellent facilities and friendly efficient service, this hotel has proved to be a regular favourite. A sun lounge boasts sea views and all bedrooms are en-suite. Lift to all floors.

Britain’s favourite beach resort offers something for people of all ages, if you are looking for a holiday filled with entertainment, see one of the many pier end shows, a hot ice show at the Pleasure Beach, west end musicals often visit at the opera house or enjoy an evening of glitz and glamour at the Alabama Show Bar. The famous Tower is a must see offering something for all the family, with Jungle Jims for the kids, the fabulous Tower Circus with Mooky, the beautiful tower ballroom which offers afternoon tea dances on various dates and don’t forget the Tower Top Ride where you can enjoy the amazing views across Lancashire and the Irish Sea and test your nerve on the glass floor walk!!! The promenade offers a lovely walk along the famous Golden Mile and the award winning beaches. From the action and adventure of South Pier to the more tranquil areas of the North Blackpool is an excellent choice for a fun filled holiday. Your five day holidays to Blackpool include lunchtime doorstep pickups on Monday and we leave Blackpool on Friday at approx 11am getting you back home early afternoon.

BLACKPOOL’S FAMOUS ILLUMINATIONS SHINE NIGHTLY FROM SEP 3 – NOV 7.

Blackpool Weekends Enjoy a weekend break in the seaside town of fun. You will be picked up around lunchtime on Friday and return from Blackpool on Sunday / Monday at approx. 2pm. During your weekend you will have free time to explore the town and enjoy the many attractions on offer. Weekend breaks stay at the popular Parisienne Hotel as above.

3 & 4 Days

Parisienne Hotel

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The Parisienne is a traditional English hotel with a little “French Accent” situated on the North Promenade. All bedrooms are well equipped and complemented by full en-suite facilities, hospitality trays & telephones as standard. Entertainment is key at the Parisienne with a variety from comedy and dance performances to magic shows and cabaret. The restaurant boasts a spectacular live Marine Aquarium and panoramic views across the Irish Sea.

Book Early For a Free Sea View Room Upgrade Dinner, Room & Breakfast Fri Jan 22 Fri Feb 19 Fri Mar 5 Fri Apr 2 Fri May 7 Single Room

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3 Days 3 Days 3 Days 4 Days 3 Days

£69 £69 £75 £159 £99 Nil

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Doorstep Pickups – All Parisienne Turkey & Tinsel – Nov 1, 29

Mon Jan 18 5 Days Parisienne Mon Feb 15 5 Days Parisienne Mon Mar 29 5 Days Parisienne Mon Apr 12 5 Days Parisienne Mon Mar 1 5 Days Parisienne Mon May 3 5 Days Park Mon May 3 5 Days Parisienne Mon June 21 5 Days Park Mon July 7 5 Days Parisienne Mon Sept 13 5 Days Park Mon Oct 4 5 Days Park Mon Nov 1 5 Days Parisienne Mon Nov 29 5 Days Park Single Room - Park Single Room - Parisienne

£89 £99 £105 £109 £105 £199 £139 £199 £159 £219 £219 £159 £189 £28 Nil

Swing Sundays at the Carousel Enjoy a special one night break at the Carousel Hotel on Blackpool’s South Shore which includes a sumptuous four course dinner followed by fabulous evening of live ‘Swing’ entertainment. Pickups on Sunday will be around 10.30am and on Monday we give you free time in Blackpool and the coach will depart the hotel approx. 3pm

Carousel Hotel

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The Carousel Hotel has been completely renovated and offers a comfortable and calm surrounding with stunning views across the promenade and to the sea. All bedrooms have luxury en-suite bathrooms and offer an extensive range of facilities including, telephone, hairdryers, room service, tea-coffee making facilities and TV.

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Sun Mar 28 Sun Apr 11 Sun June 20 Single Room

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Wonderful Wales

Llandudno & North Wales

4 & 5 Days

Nestling at the foot of the Great Orme in Llandudno and on the doorstep of Snowdonia National Park. Llandudno is a timeless Victorian resort with excellent shopping and many local attractions - two beaches - a Pier – Mostyn Art Gallery is the venue for top quality exhibitions and the Doll Museum also has a large working model railway. Great Orme offers opportunities to watch wildlife and its summit can be reached on the unique Tramway, or by the Cabin Lift, Britain’s longest cable-car ride. On the lower slopes you’ll find Haulfe Gardens and Happy Valley, with its open-air theatre.

Excursions Included Llandudno Tours depart Lymm approx.

9.45 am, make a stop en-route to Llandudno and arrive at your hotel approx. 2pm. On your return journey we visit Chester before returning back to Lymm for approx. 4.30 pm.

EXCURSION 1: (All tours) Along the coast visiting Caernarfon, dominated by its castle and steeped in history. On then to the Isle of Anglesey and the attractive yachting resort of Beaumaris.

EXCURSION 2: (5 days only) Today we enjoy an afternoon excursion taking in the lovely village of Betws-y-Coed. Browse the shops, enjoy afternoon tea in one of the coffee shops or pubs, the choice is yours. We return to Llandudno with a lovely drive through the Snowdonia National Park passing through Bethesda.

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This family run hotel enjoys a seafront position, close to the shopping centre and pier. Bedrooms are tastefully furnished with en-suite bathrooms, TV and tea-coffee making facilities. Relax in the sea facing lounge, enjoy a sauna and jacuzzi, or try the indoor pool. Live entertainment most evenings with some music and dancing. Sea View rooms available at a supplement of £6 pp per night. Must be booked direct, after making the initial booking with ourselves on 01492 860788 and paid direct to the hotel.

Grand Hotel The Grand is set in a unique position in the town, by the pier and in the shadow of the Great Orme. A multi million pound refurbishment has restored the hotel to its former glory. Victorian elegance and atmosphere are combined with excellent cabaret entertainment every night, theme weekends and speciality breaks which feature thoughout the year. Spectacular views can be enjoyed from the hotel bar a great place to enjoy a drink and snack.

Bedrooms are all en-suite and offer TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Lifts serve all floors.

Doorstep Pickups – Jan 4, 25, Feb 22

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Turkey & Tinsel – Nov 1,8, Dec 6

Mon Jan 4 5 Days Grand Mon Jan 25 5 Days Grand Mon Feb 8 5 Days Chatsw’th Mon Feb 22 5 Days Grand Mon Mar 8 5 Days Grand Mon Mar 22 5 Days Chatsw’th Fri Apr 2 4 Days Chatsw’th Mon Apr 19 5 Days Grand Mon May 17 5 Days Grand Mon May 31 5 Days Chatsw’th Mon Jun 14 5 Days Chatsw’th Mon Jun 28 5 Days Grand Mon Jul 5 5 Days Chatsw’th Mon Aug 9 5 Days Chatsw’th Mon Aug 30 5 Days Chatsw’th Mon Sep 6 5 Days Grand Mon Sep 27 5 Days Chatsw’th Mon Oct 25 5 Days Grand Mon Nov 1 5 Days Chatsw’th Mon Nov 8 5 Days Grand Mon Dec 6 5 Days Chatsw’th Single Room - Both Hotels

£129 £139 £169 £149 £149 £199 £179 £169 £189 £229 £229 £229 £249 £259 £249 £219 £229 £209 £209 £199 £199 Nil

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Wonderful Wales Barmouth & West Coast Wales

5 Days

Barmouth’s location on the west coast of North Wales and lying between a mountain range and the sea at the mouth of the River Mawddach is arguably one of the most beautiful settings in Wales. It rests just within the south west corner of Snowdonia National Park and is steeped in a history rich with connections to the shipping and slate industries. For the more active the old town is well worth a visit with its steep steps and slate-roofed cottages on the side of a mountain. For the less mobile the harbour is beautiful and you can walk across the spectacular Barmouth Bridge spanning the river, which can be an ideal activity for an evening stroll.

Excursions Included EXCURSION 1: We enjoy a full day out today to the popular seaside town of Aberystwyth. Travelling through some spectacular scenery and enjoying a stop enroute at the Corris Craft Centre which offers everything from pottery to toys and gifts, glass, jewellery, candles and much more.

Aberystwyth offers its own castle ruins, pier

and wide promenade lined with Victorian and Edwardian buildings.

EXCURSION 2: We enjoy an afternoon jaunt heading north through the lovely Snowdonia National Park to the busy little town of Porthmadog.

Turkey & Tinsel – Nov 22

Tenby & Pembrokeshire Coast

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Excursions Included

Cliffe-Norton Hotel

EXCURSION 1: A lovely scenic excursion today takes us along the coast to historic Pembroke with its imposing castle set on the banks of the River Cleddau. After free time we continue to St Davids, Britain’s smallest cathedral city and surrounded by stunning coastal scenery.

The Cliffe-Norton is situated on the level overlooking Tenby’s North Beach with superb sea and coastal views. It is near to the town centre, harbour gardens and the resort’s attractions. You’ll enjoy a good holiday atmosphere here with entertainment and dancing most evenings.

Bedrooms are en-suite and offer tea-coffee making facilities and TV. Lift to most floors.

Doorstep Pickups – Apr 15, 27, May 16, Jun 24, Sep 28, Oct 17, Nov 6, Dec 5

Min Y Mor Hotel This hotel is located on the Promenade and a few short steps from he sandy beach of Cardigan Bay. The proprietors, Helen and Norman Atkins, offer a warm and friendly welcome to their hotel. The Restaurant has a good reputation and the chef’s traditional and vegetarian dishes use the best market ingredients available and in generous quantities. All the bedrooms are en-suite and have tea-coffee making facilities, TV and telephone.

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Mon May 24 Mon July 26 Mon Aug 9 Mon Sept 13 Mon Nov 22 Single Room

5 Days 5 Days 5 Days 5 Days 5 Days

£225 £235 £249 £235 £199 Nil

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The “Jewel in the Crown” on the Welsh Riviera, that’s Tenby, one of the prettiest Welsh resorts, with quaint narrow streets full of interesting little shops, medieval town walls, and a picturesque harbour. The resort is split by a rocky headland into the South Beach and North Beach with its harbour. A regular boat service can take you to the monastery island of Caldey, and nearby the fascinating museum records Tenby’s ancient history.

EXCURSION 2: We enjoy an afternoon jaunt to the charming seaside resort of Saundersfoot overlooking pretty Carmarthen Bay with a pretty harbour for you to relax and watch the world go by.

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Turkey & Tinsel – Nov 6, Dec 5

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Mon Mar 29 Thur Apr 15 Tue Apr 27 Sun May 16 Thu June 24 Fri July 16 Tue Aug 3 Sat Aug 28 Tue Sept 28 Sun Oct 17 Sat Nov 6 Sun Dec 5 Single Room Single Room Sea View (p.p.)

Sea View (p.p.)

5 Days 5 Days 5 Days 5 Days 5 Days 6 Days 5 Days 5 Days 6 Days 5 Days 5 Days 5 Days 5 Days 6 Days 5 Days 6 Days

£190 £220 £220 £229 £239 £299 £259 £259 £289 £219 £229 £209 £15 £18 £15 £18

Tenby “All Inclusive” The holiday resort of Tenby is always a popular choice and we are delighted to offer an early season All Inclusive package at the Belgrave Hotel situated on the Esplanade in the town. Tenby offers a picturesque harbour, quaint narrow streets and stunning views across Camarthen Bay and the monastery island of Caldey.

“All Inclusive” Package Includes

5 Days

Excursions Included EXCURSION 1: A scenic drive along the coast to Pembroke before continuing to St David’s, Britain’s smallest cathedral city.

EXCURSION 2: Enjoy a morning excursion to bustling Haverfordwest and return to the hotel in time for afternoon tea.

Belgrave Hotel The Belgrave is situated on the promenade.

Enjoy the evening entertainment in the lounge or watch the sun set in the bar.

Bedrooms are ensuite with TV and teacoffee making facilities. There is a lift however there are 9 steps to the lift.

• Dinner , Bed & Breakfast • 3 Packed lunches & 2 Afternoon Teas • FREE BAR from 6pm until 11pm • Excursions as described

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Bonnie Scotland

Edinburgh’s Spectacular Military Tattoo

3 & 5 Days

Combine some of Scotland’s spectacular scenery with the pageantry of the Dunblane Holidays - 3 Days renowned Edinburgh Military Tattoo. This annual festival takes place on the Weekend breaks at Dunblane will include a Esplanade of the Castle and features the massed pipes and drums of the scenic drive to Stirling on Saturday before Scots Guards, Lowland Lancers and Light Division in a vibrant spectacle of heading off to Edinburgh for the early music and colour. We are pleased to offer three different packages for the performance of the Tattoo. tattoo as detailed below and we trust that one will be to your liking. Due to On Sunday we head into Edinburgh to enjoy printing date of brochure Tattoo Tickets cannot be guaranteed on Saturday free time before returning home. evenings and Itineraries may therefore have to be amended.

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Dunblane Hydro Hotel

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Dinner, Room & Breakfast £219 £219 £219 £295 £219 £50 £60

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breathtaking Perthshire countryside this imposing hotel is one of the most famous in Scotland. The hotel offers 40 acres of landscaped gardens in which you can unwind or take advantage of the excellent leisure club. Bedrooms are well equipped, with bathroom, TV, hospitality tray, trouser press, and hairdryer. A lift serves all floors.

Your stay at the Queens Hotel includes a free day in Perth, a scenic drive taking in the best of Perthshire and an afternoon in Edinburgh followed by the evening performance of the Tattoo. On this day you will receive lunch at the hotel not dinner.

Queens Hotel, Perth ### Situated in the historic town centre, the Queens offers great hospitality and fantastic facilities. The Monarch Restaurant is renowned for imaginative, creative menus. Bedrooms are en-suite and offer TV, tea-coffee making facilities and hairdryer.

The Queens boast it's own leisure facilities including swimming pool, sauna, steam room and spa bath. A lift serves all floors.

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The South West Isles of Scotland are the focus for this spectacular five day holiday. We visit ‘Scotland in Miniature’ – the Isle of Arran and the secret Isle of Gigha, the most southerly of the Hebrides and owned and run by its community. Our base is the lochside village of Ardrishaig offering beautiful views out to Loch Gilp and Loch Fyne.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We head north and over the border enjoying our lunch stop in Dumfries before heading to our overnight hotel in Ayrshire.

DAY 2: We sail this morning from Ardrossan to Brodick to enjoy a full day excursion to the Isle of Arran. We visit the Island’s capital, Brodick before we take an afternoon drive around the Island. We head taking for the north of the Island to catch our ferry to Claonaig and journey along the shores of Loch Fyne to our hotel in Ardrishaig.

DAY 3: A short ferry crossing takes us to the Isle of Gigha, a tiny, peaceful Island, which is

owned by the local community. Lunch is included at the Isle of Gigha Hotel and free time is given to explore at your own pace.

DAY 4: We enjoy a beautiful scenic drive following the Firth of Lorne to Oban with a busy harbour, pretty promenade and stunning views out to the Isle of Mull. We return to our hotel via the stunning Pass of Brander, Glen Aray and Loch Fyne.

DAY 5: We return home via the scenery of Argyll Forest Park and Loch Lomond enjoying our lunch stop in Gretna Green before arriving back into Poplar Services at approx. 4.30pm.

Grey Gull Hotel A relaxed, friendly welcome awaits you at the recently modernised and refurbished Grey Gull Hotel. Enjoy the marvellous scenery which includes the beautiful Loch Gilp and Loch Fyne. The Grey Gull Inn is renowned for its good food and professionalism using mainly local produce wherever possible and the restaurant and patio area offer stunning views across the Loch. Bedrooms are all en-suite and offer TV, hairdryer and tea-coffee making facilities.

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Orkneys & A Highland Adventure

6 Days

In 2008 this tour was our most popular and we are delighted to once again offer this special holiday. The extreme North of Scotland is wild and rugged and this exceptional holiday will show you the varied landscapes of this special corner of the British Isles. We travel from the border of England to the extreme North Coast Mainland – where the Atlantic Ocean meets the North Sea. The scenery on this holiday is truly spectacular and will be one of the many highlights, other highlights include : an excursion to Orkney as we take the ferry from John O’groats and join a local coach for a tour of the main Island, entrance to the Castle of Mey, the late Queen Mothers residence in the North of Scotland offering amazing views out to sea, an amazing drive along the North Coast of Scotland and the Western Highlands. This truly is a special holiday and we look forward to seeing you.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Morning door step pick up’s take you to join your holiday coach. We then journey north and over the border into Scotland, and head to Perthshire for our overnight stay.

DAY 2: After breakfast we continue into the Highlands of Scotland. Travelling through Perthshire we pass the Spittal of Glenshee Hotel and continue north through the stunning Cairngorms. We enjoy our lunch stop in the highland town of Inverness and then continue North following the A9 to Thurso and then to our hotel in Castletown. Today will show you some of mainland Scotland’s spectacular mountain and coastal scenery.

DAY 3: We head to John o’Groats to catch the morning ferry to Burwick where a local Orkney coach will meet us for our excursion of the main island of Orkney.

Highlights today will be the Churchill Barriers and Scapa Flow and a visit to Kirkwall, with its Norse Cathedral, Brodgar Standing Stone’s and Italian Chapel. Our coach will then be waiting at John o’Groats to take us back to our hotel for a late evening meal.

DAY 4: A wonderful day today takes us firstly to Thurso for a short stop and onward passing Loch Wattern to Wick where we enjoy our lunch stop. We then head north

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passing John o’Groats and calling at the Castle of Mey (entrance included), the late Queen Mothers residence in the north of Scotland, situated on the north coast of Caithness with views overlooking Orkney.

DAY 5: We leave Castletown today, but this is not the end of your Highland Adventure as we travel westwards along the rugged top of Scotland. We travel through the Kyle of Tongue, passing Loch Craggie and Loch Loyal and Lairg enjoying views of the Cromalt Hills as we reach Loch Broom on the West Coast and enjoy our lunch stop at Ullapool. We continue our picturesque journey following loch Broom to Loch Glascarnoch, onward to Loch Garve, we then find ourselves arriving at the shores of Loch Ness by Drumnadrochit. We follow Loch Ness to Fort Augustus where we enjoy a short break before the final leg of our spectacular journey to our overnight hotel in the Fort William area.

DAY 6: Yet another scenic day today as we travel home. Following the shores of Loch Linnhe and then through scenic Glen Coe to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, heading towards Glasgow and then joining the Motorway as we continue South to meet our vehicles that will take you back to your door.

St. Clair Arms Hotel, Castletown The St Clair Arms Hotel is set in the beautiful region of Caithness, and is a newly refurbished, family run establishment offering comfortable and modern accommodation. All bedrooms are en-suite, with TV and tea-coffee making facilities.

The St Clair Arms Hotel boasts a popular restaurant which offers a good selection of local produce and has an extensive wine list. There are also two bars and a comfortable residents lounge.

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Loch Lomond, Fort William, Skye & Great Western Railway

6 Days

Join Joan and David on this spectacular Scottish Extravaganza as we visit the Western Highlands. This twin-centred holiday will include many highlights including one of Scotland’s most beautiful Lochs, Loch Lomond plus a journey on board the Great Western Railway from Loch Lomond through amazing scenery, most of which cannot be seen by road, to our next base in Fort William. This highland town is the largest of the Western Highlands and stands at the foot of the mighty Ben Nevis on the shores of Loch Linnhe. We also include a fabulous excursion to one of Scotland’s largest and best known islands, the Isle of Skye. Enjoy a boat trip to the Isle and return by the impressive road bridge. Spectacular mountain scenery along with loch and glens and a rich clan heritage all await you on this excellent holiday.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: We travel north heading for Scotland and enjoy our lunch stop in historic Gretna Green. Continuing, we follow the shores of Loch Lomond, and take an afternoon break in the pretty town of Luss before continuing the very top of the Loch and arriving at our hotel on the shores of Loch Long with time to settle in before dinner.

DAY 2: Today we enjoy a lovely excursion travelling through the Argyll Forest Park to Loch Fyne where we enjoy a stop at Inveraray, home to magnificent Inveraray Castle and Inveraray Jail, a 19th Century Living Prison. The afternoon sees us enjoying a stunning drive through Glen Aray, Glen Lochy, Strath Fillan and Glen Falloch back to our hotel.

DAY 3: This morning the coach will take you to Tarbet to join the morning train to Fort William. This stunning journey takes us firstly along the northwesterly shores of Loch Lomond through the Trossachs National Park to Crianlarich, an important Highland junction of both road and rail, and Tyndrum, the smallest place in Scotland to boast two railway stations.

After Tyndrum the line climbs onto Rannoch Moor. The station at Corrour, on the moor, is one of the most remote stations in Britain. Carrying on northwards, the final stop before Fort William is Spean Bridge. Throughout the journey the line is

single track and trains must wait at stations with crossing loops for opposite direction trains to pass. Once we arrive in Fort William the afternoon is free to explore this delightful town . We spend the next 3 nights at the Imperial Hotel in the town centre.

DAY 4: Today we enjoy a free day in Fort William taking in all the town has to offer.

DAY 5: Our Western Railway experience continues today as we board the morning steam train from Fort William to Mallaig.

The journey takes us along the northern shores of Loch Eil via Glen Finnan, Loch Elit, Arisag and Morar to Mallaig. Your coach will then meet you in Mallaig, to join the ferry across to Skye and we spend the afternoon on beautiful Island. Early afternoon we head back to Fort William but the amazing scenery and landscapes do not end. We take the Kyle of Lochalsh road bridge back to the mainland, passing Loch Duich, the Five Sisters, Loch Cluanie, Loch Garry and Loch Lochy back into Fort William. A late evening meal will be arranged this evening.

DAY 6: Today we head for home, travelling along the shores of Loch Linnhe and enjoying the fantastic scenery that Glen Coe and the Trossachs National Park has to offer. We enjoy a lunch stop in Callander before heading back into England arriving home around 7pm

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Magnificently situated at the foot of the ‘Arrochar Alps’ on the shores of Loch Long, An excellent hotel situated right in the the Arrochar Hotel offers a warm welcome. town centre and offering stunning views Step into the former coaching inn and over Loch Linnhe. Part of the Best Western instantly soak up the peace and tranquillity chain of independently run hotels, the for which the Scottish Highlands are Imperial offers a high level of service.

Bedrooms are all comfortably furnished and famous. Relax with a fine malt whiskey in are en-suite offering tea and coffee making the lounge bar, before dining in the restaurant with many a fine Scottish meal facilities, TV and hairdryer. Please note that to choose from. Sit back, unwind and enjoy this hotel does not have a lift. the magnificent Loch Views. Bedrooms are all en-suite and offer tea and coffee making facilities and TV. A lift serves all floors Doorstep Pickups

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Hebridean Island Adventure

7 Days Stornoway

Ullapool

Strathpeffer

Isle of Benbecula

Scotland

Oban

The rugged landscapes of the Outer Hebrides stand majestically at the North West edge of Europe and offer a visual delight to all that visit, fantastic beaches, historical sights and breathtaking scenery await you on this unique collection of Islands. This amazing holiday will take you from the very top of the Hebrides on the Isle of Lewis to the bottom of the Western Isles South Uist, and en-route we enjoy the amazing scenery of wildlife, coastlines and fresh water and sea lochs of Harris, North Uist and the Isle of Benbecula. The history and culture of the Hebridean Islands is unique with a strong influence from Norse, Gaelic and Celtic races in fact the Hebrides is where you will find the biggest concentration of Scottish Gaelic speakers in Scotland offering a warm and friendly welcome, but don’t worry English is spoken mostly. Joan and David are also looking forward to joining you on this amazing holiday.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Early morning doorstep pickups as we join our coach and head across the border into Scotland. We enjoy a stop in Moffat before continuing our journey into Perthshire, with a late lunch stop in Pitlochry before heading into the Highlands and our overnight stay at the 3star Ben Wyvis Hotel in Strathpeffer.

DAY 2: We enjoy a morning drive through the beautiful Highlands passing Loch Glascarnoch and Loch Broom and arriving at Ullapool in time to catch our ferry to Stornoway, the Capital of the Hebrides on the Isle of Lewis. We then check into our hotel the 2-star Caladh Inn in the heart of Stornoway and the remainder of the afternoon is free for you to explore your surroundings.

DAY 3: Today we enjoy a tour of Lewis's fantastic scenery, a packed lunch is included and our circular tour includes a visit to the Calanais Standing Stones, lines of megaliths reminiscent of those in Stonehenge in England which were probably positioned in several stages between 3000BC and 1500BC. Our day also see's us travel to Port of Ness at the Northern tip of the Island where we enjoy some picturesque views and a stunning sandy beach - camera's at the ready.

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DAY 4: This morning we travel south on Lewis and join the Isle of Harris. We visit the Kyle of Scalpay and enjoy some of the most dramatic coastal scenery in Britain.

Before boarding our ferry at Leverburgh we visit St. Clements Church at Rodel, which was built around 1500 by the Macleods of Dunvegan and Harris. Our short ferry journey takes us across the Sound of Harris to North Uist, we enjoy more of the amazing scenery as we travel to our hotel The 2 # Dark Island Hotel on the Isle of Benbecula. We enjoy 2 nights here.

DAY 5: Today we enjoy a well-earned free day as we relax around our hotel and take in our beautiful surroundings on foot and enjoy the fresh Hebridean air.

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“Where the beauties of heaven unfold by the sea and the sweet purple heather DAY 6: We make an early start today and blooms fragrant and free.” The Dark Island travel along the causeway to South Uist Hotel is a great get-away-from-it-all hotel in where we board our ferry at Lochboisdale a stunning countryside location on the for our sailing back to the mainland of western side of the Isle of Benbecula. Enjoy Scotland. With the western tip of the the traditional pub style bar or the quiet highlands on your left, and ancient castles exterior courtyard and feast in the large spread along the Island of Mull on your open plan restaurant serving fresh and right, this is one of Britain's most scenic tasty local produce served to perfection. ferry crossings, as we enter the Sound of Bedrooms are homely and offer TV, Mull look out for Tobermory lighthouse and enjoy the scenery as we sail into Oban telephone and tea and coffee making where we spend the evening at the Regent facilities. The hotel does not have a lift however all bedrooms are on the ground or Hotel on the towns pretty esplanade.

DAY 7: After breakfast we spend a leisurely first floor. morning in Oban then head back to the North West arriving back around 7pm after a truly amazing holiday.

Owned by the same family for over 20 years, this Stornoway hotel is where you'll find a great team of people who enjoy making guests feel welcome. The Caladh Inn provides comfortable guest rooms, all with bath, tea-coffee making facilities, hairdryer and TV. All floors are served by a lift. The hotel restaurant - Eleven prides itself on its excellent cuisine using as much local produce as it can.

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Shetland Adventurer

6 Days

A distinctively different experience awaits you when you holiday at the most northerly extreme of Britain – the Shetland Islands. The dramatic coastline is fascinating to explore, with imposing cliff faces, arches, caves and stacks giving way to gentle bays with swathes of white sand beaches. A natural home for an array of wildlife, sea life, bird life and native breeds of ponies and sheep As day dawns over Lerwick, either MV Hjaltland or MV Hrossey arrives in the busy natural harbour on the east side of Shetland. A town that developed along the waterfront with merchants building their houses and warehouses in the late 17th and early 18th century, today it is still a busy cosmopolitan town that takes pride in the warmth of welcome it extends to all its visitors. The old waterfront is alive with visiting yachts, pleasure boats, and working fishing boats. Lerwick is also an excellent place to sample Shetland’s internationally celebrated musical heritage. Probably best known for fiddle music, Shetland has a wealth of talent embracing a range of styles.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Door step pickups as we travel across the border. We enjoy our lunch break at Gretna Green before enjoying a scenic journey into Perthshire. We enjoy an afternoon break in the delightful town of Crieff home of the Famous Grouse Visitors Centre. We then continue to the Lovat Hotel in Perth for our overnight stay.

DAY 2: We enjoy a beautiful drive today through some stunning scenery travelling from Perthshire into the Highlands and onto Aberdeen. Our journey will take us passed the Spittal of Glenshee and into the Cairngorm National Park, passing through Braemar, the Grampian Mountains, Balmoral Castle, Crathie a Royal favourite and Ballater where we enjoy a break to take in the many shops which are ’By Royal Appointment’ due to the close proximity to Balmoral Castle. Our journey then takes us to Aberdeen for the overnight sailing to Lerwick. (2 Berth Ensuite Cabins, Dinner & breakfast are included) DAY 3: We arrive in Lerwick this morning and enjoy a drive to the south mainland Fort Charlotte is the only intact Cromwellian military structure surviving in Scotland we then continue toward Sumburgh Head via Jarlshof and St. Ninians

Isle. We then return to Lerwick and our hotel where we spend the next two nights.

DAY 4: A stunning day today as we head northwards to Wadbister Voe, Laxo and Toft.

We then take the ferry to the island of Yell, travelling along the east coast to Gutcher where we board another ferry to Unst, Britain’s northernmost island where you will find Muness Castle, Baltasound, Haroldswick, Burra Firth, and views of Robert Stevenson’s Muckle Flugga lighthouse. We return to Lerwick by the west coast of Yell.

DAY 5: Today we visit Clikhimin Broch and then continue to Scalloway for free time before travelling to the scenic Isle of Burra.

We return to Lerwick to enjoy some free time before boarding the ferry for our overnight crossing back to Aberdeen.

Shetland Hotel, Lerwick ## Overlooking the harbour at Lerwick this modern family hotel is an ideal choice for our break. All rooms are en-suite with excellent facilities including satellite TV, direct dial telephones and CD/clock radios.

Oasis Bistro and Beltrami’s Café Bar provide a relaxing setting for you to enjoy the extensive quality menu.

DAY 6: We disembark this morning and journey south along the A90 enjoying our lunch stop in Perth. After lunch we pick up the M90 crossing the Forth Road Bridge and then returning back to the North West for approx. 8pm. Door step drop offs are also included.

Doorstep Pickups

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Loch Lomond – ‘Free Bar’

“All Inclusive” Package Includes • Full Scottish Breakfast • 3 course dinners with menu choice • Wine with dinner • Entertainment each evening • Complimentary tea & coffee • ‘FREE BAR’ between 7.30pm and 10.30pm (house brands)

EXCURSION 1: A trip taking us to the southernmost part of Loch Lomond at Balloch and then along the west side of the Loch before heading through Glen Fruin to Garelochhead. After visiting the village we then drive along the Gare Loch through the village of Rhu and onto Helensburgh, with a stop to explore this interesting old fishing town. We continue to Castlehill, Alexandria and back to Drymen stopping en-route at the Glengoyne Distillery.

EXCURSION 2: Another glorious day out as we explore Loch Lomond. We drive firstly to

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Loch Lomond is one of the most beautiful sights in the whole of Scotland.

Surrounded by hills and green pines it is truly spectacular. Your friendly hotel is one of the highlights of your holiday & the stunning Loch scenery, accompanied with an excellent itinerary will leave you wanting to return to this spectacular region of Scotland.

Excursions Included

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Luss, famous for the filming of TV series ‘Take to Highway’. After a short break here we offer an optional sail (approx. 1hr) on Loch Lomond. We then continue through spectacular scenery through Inverbeg as we head towards Tarbet with views of the magnificent Ben Lomond across the Loch.

Onward then passing Arrochar, Loch Long the Argyll forest – look out for the Cobbler to your right, as we make our way to Loch Fyne, Loch Shira and Inverary.

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Winnock Hotel, Drymen ### At first sight on approaching the Winnock, nestling around the green in pretty Drymen village, you are strongly reminded of the magical romance of Brigadoon. The Winnock offers traditional bars and log fires along with friendly hospitality and excellent cuisine. The hotel is family run by David and Frances Warnes and their helpful team. All rooms are en-suite and offer satellite TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Please note the Winnock does not offer a lift however bedrooms are all on the ground or first floor.

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5 Days

The amazing Scottish Highlands offer so much to its many visitors from spectacular loch and mountain scenery to historic castles and whiskey distilleries. In terms of its scenery, Glencoe – our base – is a ’must-see’ – in few other parts of Scotland can so much mountain grandeur be seen in close-up for so little effort. This fantastic five day break offers an excellent hotel, great inclusions and excursions to Fort William and Oban.

Excursions Included EXCURSION 1: We follow the shores of Loch Linnhe North, in the shadows of Ben Nevis to Fort William. As a busy centre it offers a wide range of shops and services. The West Highland Museum in the town’s main square takes up the theme of Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Jacobites.

EXCURSION 2: Along the shores of Loch Linnhe and past Loch Creran to Oban, overlooking the Firth of Lorne and the Isle of Mull, with a long sweeping promenade and busy bustling harbour.

Excursions Included

Leisure Centre nestle on the side of a peninsula reaching into Loch Leven. Relax in the indoor swimming pool, Hydro Seat, BioSauna and Exercise Room. Bedrooms are ensuite and offer tea-coffee making facilities, hairdryer, telephone and TV.

• Scottish Breakfast Doorstep Pickups

• 3 course dinners on 3 evenings • 5 course Scottish Banquet one evening

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Mon Jan 25 Mon Feb 22 Single Room

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• Entertainment on 3 evenings includes a games night with quizzes and 2 evenings of Scottish entertainment and dancing.

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The Columba Hotel sits in a prime spot on Oban’s seafront offering stunning views of the beautiful landscape. The Victorian building houses a wealth of amenities including the Alba Restaurant and the Harbour Lights Bar which is a great place watch the sun setting over Oban Bay. Bedrooms are en-suite and offer satellite TV, telephone, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities. A lift serves all floors at the hotel.

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Added Value At The Columba • Glass of Wine with Dinner (Jan & Apr) • Packed Lunch on 3 Days (Jan & Apr) • 3 Evenings Entertainment • 4 Course Burns Supper with addressing of the Haggis

Dunoon, Oban & Isle of Bute The splendid Cowal Peninsular never fails to impress it’s visitors – soaring mountains sweeping down to lush wooded valleys and lovely sea lochs, reflecting the beautiful views all around. Dunoon is our holiday resort, a pretty town standing in unspoilt splendour overlooking the busy waters of the Clyde with its everchanging vista of ships and yachts.

There are some superb local scenic walks or the long promenade offers gentler strolling. For the more athletic, why not enjoy a round of golf or have a game of bowls, they are all to be found in the centre of this delightful resort.

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Known as the “Gateway to the Isles”, Oban offers a busy harbour bustling with boats making their way to and from the Isle of Mull, Coll and Tiree. The resort is set on a curving esplanade around the bay with a fantastic flat promenade, at the foot of woods and hill. Overlooking and dominating the town is McCaigs Folly. During our stay we’ll be visiting the popular Highland town of Fort William on the banks of Loch Linnhe and in the shadow of Ben Nevis, and Inverary on Loch Fyne, home to the Duke of Argyll’s Castle.

EXCURSION 2:We head out of Oban taking the stunning Pass of Brander along the shores of Loch Awe and then through Glen Aray to Inverary on the shores of Loch Shira and Loch Fyne. Why not visit the Inverary Jail, where life like figures, sounds and smells all bring the old courtroom alive again.

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Isles Of Glencoe Hotel

During your stay at Isles of Glencoe Hotel you will be treated to:

Oban & The Western Highlands

EXCURSION 1: Heading north today, we travel via the shores of Loch Creran to Loch Linnhe where we take in the stunning scenery en-route to Fort William.

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Excursions Included

Esplanade Hotel

EXCURSION 1: The Isle of Bute lies in the Firth of Clyde, tucked into the spectacular sea lochs of southern Argyll. Bute is the

The Esplanade Hotel occupies an enviable position overlooking the West Bay. Stroll through the archway from the traffic-free West Bay Promenade and discover the colourful flower gardens. Relax on the terrace and take in the view over the River Clyde. Enjoy a coffee, aperitif or snack in the lobby or sun lounges. Bedrooms are en-suite and equipped with TV, telephone and tea making facilities. A lift serves all floors.

ancestral home of the Stuart kings of Scotland. Our tour of the Island takes us to Rothesay, with it’s classic Victorian seafront facade, promenade and pier. The 800 year old ruin of Rothesay castle was built by a hereditary High Steward of Scotland.

EXCURSION 2: As we head north into the Highlands we travel through the Argyll Forest Park, following the shores of Loch Eck and onto Loch Fyne, where we enjoy a stop in Inverary home to the Duke of Argyll’s splendid castle. We then continue to the popular holiday resort of Oban, set on a curving esplanade around the bay overlooking the stunning Western Isles.

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Dinner, Room & Breakfast Tue June 1 Mon July 26 Mon Oct 4 Single Room Sea View (p.p.)

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Channel Islands

Britain’s Sunshine Isle – Jersey By Air

4, 5 & 8 Days

The Channel Islands are blessed with so many advantages for you the holidaymaker, with the warmth of the continental climate and the convenience of no language or currency confusions - no wonder people return to the Channel Islands year after year. Jersey is the biggest of the Channel Isles, offering golden sands washed by crystal clear waters warmed by the Gulf Stream. The vibrant continental atmosphere, beautiful countryside, castles and historic sites all help to make Jersey an ideal holiday destination. During your stay in Jersey you will be based in St. Helier, the renowned capital offering a fine mix of old and new, flanked by two glorious beaches which are separated by the busy harbour. There are a huge array of shops, bars and restaurants all for you to sample.

Holiday Itinerary

Optional Excursions

DAY 1: Pickups and transfers from your home to Liverpool Airport to catch your flight to Jersey. On arrival in Jersey transfers to your hotel are included and transfers back to your home on return..

EXCURSION 1: Full Day Island Tour

MORE JERSEY HOLIDAYS – See p23 for details of our Bournemouth & Jersey twin-centre holiday.

DAY 8: Transfers back to the airport are included. On arrival into Liverpool Airport, vehicles will be waiting to transfer you back to your home.

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DAYS 2-7: At leisure in Jersey. See the Island at your own pace or why not join in on an optional day trip which can be arranged in resort with your representative. See below for details, tours are subject to minimum numbers and are subject to alteration.

EXCURSION 2: Four in one (inc. Sunset Nursery, Jersey Goldsmith, The Glass Church & Jersey war tunnels) EXCURSION 3: Farms & Gardens Tour (inc Samares Manor, Hamptonne Country Life Museum & Jersey Pottery) EXCURSION 4: Western delight (inc. Shell Gardens & Battle of Flowers Museum) EXCURSION 5: Jersey Zoo EXCURSION 6: Jerseys rich & famous tour

Mayfair Hotel

JERSEY SPECIALS In addition to our usual week long Jersey Holidays we are delighted to offer these special short breaks to the Island.

Single Breaks

Turkey & Tinsel Breaks

5 Days

5 Days

A special five day break with evening entertainment and unlimited single rooms.

DOOR STEP PICK UPS DINNER, ROOM & BREAKFAST Mon Feb 15 5 Days £329

Enjoy a five day break in Jersey with festive entertainment DOOR STEP PICK UPS DINNER, ROOM & BREAKFAST Mon Nov 8 5 Days £359 Single rooms on request

FREE Bar Breaks 4 Days Enjoy free drinks each evening along with entertainment most evening DOOR STEP PICK UPS DINNER, ROOM & BREAKFAST Fri Feb 26 5 Days £319 Fri Mar 19 5 Days £319 Fri Oct 29 5 Days £329 Single rooms on request

The Mayfair is an attractive modern hotel just a short walk away from the shops beach and town centre and offers a happy holiday atmosphere. Facilities include Indoor swimming pool, Cocktail Bar, Lounge bar, entertainment and a lift serving most floors.

Bedrooms are all en-suite and offer TV, telephone and tea-coffee making facilities.

Doorstep Pickups – All Dates

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Sat May 1 Sun May 16 Sun June 6 Sat June 12 Sun June 20 Sun June 27 Sat July 24 Sun Aug 29 Sat Sept 4 Sat Sept 18 Thu Sept 30 Single Room

8 Days £499 8 Days £525 8 Days £549 8 Days £549 8 Days £549 8 Days £549 8 Days £549 8 Days £549 8 Days £549 8 Days £529 8 Days £489 On Request

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Killarney & Ring of Kerry

7 Days

This is one of our most popular Irish holidays, offering spectacular scenery and, of course, a warm Celtic welcome. The Ring of Kerry is a journey through some of the country’s most outstanding scenery. It is not only one of great natural beauty - it is enhanced by the influence of both ancient folklore and local traditions.

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Gleneagles Hotel, Killarney

The Gleneagles is situated in its own 20 acre parkland about a mile from the centre of Killarney. As well as providing spacious and comfortable rooms, the hotel is widely DAY 5: Today we tour the Ring of Kerry, Holiday Itinerary known as one of the top entertainment without doubt the most beautiful and DAY 1: We head for Holyhead and the HSS centres in Ireland, boasting its own in-house renowned day trip in Ireland. We return to ferry to Dun Laoghaire and then on to our cabaret featuring Irish and international Killarney through the famed Molls Gap, a overnight hotel in the outskirts of Dublin. artists. All bedrooms are en-suite and have picture opportunity at Ladies View and then TV. Why not try the hotel’s swimming pool DAY 2: To Killarney arriving mid afternoon. through the Killarney National Park. & leisure complex DAY 3: Enjoy a free day in Killarney today. Try DAY 6: We head eastwards via Adare, one of a Jaunting Car ride to Killarney’s famous lakes, visit 19th century Muckross House, or Ireland’s prettiest villages, bound for our overnight stay on the outskirts of Dublin. enjoy the local hospitality in one of the Doorstep Pickups DAY 7: After breakfast we leave for our many traditional pubs in the town centre. return HSS ferry from Dun Laoghaire back DAY 4: To breathtaking Dingle Peninsula Dinner, Room & Breakfast with a stop in the colourful fishing town of to Holyhead and home.

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Dingle. Our drive then takes us to Slea Head, Europe’s most westerly peninsula.

NB – A conventional ferry will be used in the event that the HSS service is not operating.

Glengariff & Bantry Bay

The rocky headlands of the Atlantic peninsulas matched with the beautiful rolling glens and mountains adorned with lush vegetation make up the stunning scenery of this most southerly tip of Ireland.

Sun July 11 Single Room

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£499 £125

6 Days Eccles Hotel, Glengariff

### Located in Bantry Bay, the Glengarriff Eccles Hotel is one of the oldest established hotels in Ireland. Nestled We then continue through the Slieve DAY 1: Morning pickups as we join our against a backdrop of breathtaking views, coach and head to Holyhead to catch the Miskish Mountains to Kenmare for a this 250 year-old hotel blends its rich history lunchtime stop in this traditional irish HSS sailing to Dublin. On arrival we with modern amenities. Each of the guest town. We return to Glengarrif via the continue to our overnight hotel on the rooms are fully equipped with Telephone, famous winding tunnel road with outskirts of Dublin.

TV, Hairdryer and Tea/coffee making DAY 2: Southward with a stop in Blarney, panoramic views of Glengarrif Woods and facilities. The excellent restaurant boasts panoramic views of Bantry Bay, Garnish home to the famous Blarney Stone before the upper bay region.

Island (Ilnacullin) can also be viewed from continuing to Glengarriff where we spend DAY 5: We head into the pretty glens to enjoy beautful panoramic views from our the outside terrace on summer evenings. the next four nights.

DAY 3: A free day around Glengarriff. Take coffee stop before heading to Bantry for a boat trip to beautiful Garnish Island or some free time in this bustling sea side Doorstep Pickups town before returning to our hotel. explore the village with it's numerous DAY 6: Back to Dublin enjoying our lunch bars, cafes and interesting shops.

Dinner, Room & Breakfast DAY 4: We follow the coast of Bantry Bay stop in Cashel, Tipperray before catching the afternoon HSS back to Holyhead and to Casteltownbere, which boats one of Sat Aug 7 6 Days £375 the largest natural harbours in the world. then onward to meet our feeder vehicles. £35

Castlebar – ‘All Inclusive’

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Enjoy the world-renowned hospitality of the Irish on this great All Inclusive Break in Castlebar, County Mayo. Originally a market town, Castlebar has kept this tradition and is renowned for its variety of interesting shopping areas. Our holiday itinerary includes excursions to the Connemara National Park, a visit to the exciting city of Galway and a tour of the Mayo area.

Breaffy House Hotel

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90acre estate just outside the bustling town of Castlebar. Retaining some of its original country house atmosphere, the hotel dates back to 1890. The guestrooms Arch area is definitely the lace to enjoy some are elegantly appointed with en-suite Included Excursions bathroom, and most rooms overlook the EXCURSION 1: We enjoy a guided tour of the good old Irish craic and traditional music. resort’s grounds. For the perfect after local Mayo area taking in the stunning local dinner drink pop into the Mulberry Bar for “All Inclusive” mountainous scenery and we also include a a lively atmosphere. A lift serves all floors visit to the nearby bustling town of Package Includes and the leisure centre and spa is the ideal Westport situated at the mouth of Clew Bay. • Full Irish Breakfast place to relax.

EXCURSION 2: We head south taking in the • 3 Course Evening Meals stunning scenery of the Connemara • Lunch in Hotel / Packed lunch on Doorstep Pickups National Park as we travel past the Lochs of excursions Carra, Mask and Corrib to arrive at Galway.

• Unlimited drinks with lunch & dinner All Inclusive This splendid city is one of Ireland’s busiest and liveliest cities. Explore the shops in Eyre Square, visit the cathedral, Lynch’s castle and medieval walls around the city. The Spanish

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• Free bar 6pm – 9pm local brands • 4 Course Farewell Gala Dinner • Excursions as described

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Irish Jaunts Donegal, Ballyshannon & Giant’s Causeway Windswept peninsulas, golden beaches, bustling seaside and markets towns await you on this excellent tour to the North West of Ireland. This tour has many highlights one of which is sure to be the magnificent Giants Causeway, a strange mix of hexagonal basalt columns. Legend has it that the giant ‘Finn Macool’ laid the causeway as a path across the sea to Scotland and his lady love. Our holiday base is also one of the highlights of the tour we’ll be staying at Dorrians, one of Ireland’s most popular hotel, in the seaside town of Ballyshannon.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Morning doorstep pickups as we meet our holiday coach and travel to Holyhead to catch the HSS ferry to Dublin.

We continue to Ballyshannon.

DAY 2:We spend a few hours in Donegal and visit the fishing port of Killybegs.

DAY 3: Free day today in Ballyshannon.

DAY 4: A free morning is followed by an afternoon jaunt to Sligo after lunch.

DAY 5: Into Northern Ireland to see the spectacular Giants Causeway. We then visit Bushmills Whiskey Distillery.

DAY 6: Back to Dublin to catch the fast ferry back to Holyhead. Then to Poplar Services where vehicles will be waiting to take you back to your home.

NB – A conventional ferry will be used in if the HSS service is not operating.

St Patrick’s Day Breaks in Dublin Dublin has so much to offer its visitors. Learn more about the history of ‘the Black Stuff’ in the Guinness Storehouse, enjoy the buzz of Temple Bar area, shop along O’Connell Street, stroll through the tranquillity of Phoenix Park or simply sit in one of Dublin’s many bars and enjoy the craic.

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Dorrian’s Imperial Hotel, Ballyshannon ### This family hotel has been in the Dorrian family for over 70 years. Enjoy true Irish hospitality, with traditional Irish cuisine served in the restaurant and a traditional pub. Just a few yards from the hotel and owned by the same family is ‘The Thatch’, a traditional pub offering musical fun and entertainment. Bedrooms at are en-suite, comfortable and well furnished with teacoffee making facilities, TV and hairdryer.

Doorstep Pickups

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4 Days Spa Hotel, Lucan

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The excellent Spa Hotel is one of our and your favourite’s offering a great atmosphere and friendly welcome. Situated just 7 miles from the city centre, the Spa Hotel allows its guests to relax and unwind by avoiding the DAY 4: We catch the late morning ferry / Holiday Itinerary stress of the city. For anyone wishing to DAY 1: Morning pickups today as we head to HSS back to Holyhead and then continue experience Dublin by night there is a late back to Poplar Services and then onward Dublin for the lunchtime ferry / HSS bus service which connects the hotel to the crossing to Dun Laoghaire/Dublin. We then to your drop off point. city. The hotel offers its own bar and continue to our hotel.

NB – A conventional ferry will be used in the restaurant serving delicious meals. event that the HSS service is not operating. Bedrooms are all en-suite and offer TV and DAY 2: : (ST PATRICKS DAY) After breakfast your coach will take you the short journey tea and coffee making facilities. A lift serves onto Dublin to enjoy the festivities of St. most floors of the hotel.

Patricks Day with the parades being the highlight. Your coach will leave the City at Doorstep Pickups 6pm to head back to the hotel for dinner.

DAY 3: Make your own way into the city or join the optional excursion into the Wicklow Mountains. Excursion will run subject to minimum numbers.

Dinner, Room & Breakfast 4 Days

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Antrim’s Coast, Glens & Giants Causeway

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The stunning Antrim Coast is dotted with pretty fishing villages, castles, harbours and quaint cottages, which are backed by the beautiful Antrim Glens. Our five-day holiday enjoys the beautiful landscapes of the Antrim Coast, a visit and tour of Bushmill’s Whiskey Distillery plus the spectacular Giants Causeway and a guided tour of Belfast.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Early morning doorstep pickups as we head to Stranraer for our fast ferry crossing to Belfast. We continue to Carrickfergus our base for the next 4 nights.

DAY 2: After breakfast we head to Belfast and enjoy a morning tour taking in the many sights of this buzzing city, with stunning architecture and a rich and fascinating history. This afternoon enjoy the atmosphere of the city at your own pace.

DAY 3: Today we enjoy a stunning scenic excursion taking us along the Causeway Coastal Route giving us glimpses of

Clarion Hotel, Carrickfergus

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The excellent 4-star Clarion Hotel offers a friendly welcome and comfortable surroundings for you to relax and enjoy.

The bedrooms are comfortably furnished Northern Ireland at its most serene. The and offer excellent facilities including enCoastal route ends at the Giants Causeway suite bathroom, hairdryer, satellite TV, airwhere we enjoy free time to take in this conditioning and tea-coffee making magnificent sight before heading to the Old facilities. The Red Pepper Restaurant Bushmills Distillery – the oldest distillery in serves up sumptuous meals whilst Bar 75 Ireland for a tour and tasting session. is the perfect place to enjoy a drink. A lift DAY 4: Enjoy a free day in our base of serves all floors.

Carrickfergus, with its well-preserved 12th century Norman castle, modern marina or Doorstep Pickups pop into the newly opened museum.

DAY 5: We catch the ferry back to Stranraer and then continue back to Poplar Services and then onward to your home.

Dinner, Room & Breakfast Sun June 27 Single Room

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£329 £55

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Continental Disneyland Resort Paris – Kids Go Free From the moment you step through the gates and take a glimpse of Sleeping Beauty’s Castle you’ll be enthralled and taken to land of fun and excitement. Your included Hopper Pass gives you the chance to see both the Magical Disneyland Park and the turbocharged Walt Disney Studio’s.

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Kids Go Free Package 3 Days Disney’s KIDS GO FREE offer is for one child per one paying adult and is for children aged 11 and under. We depart on Sunday and spend two nights at the Santa Fe Hotel. Enjoy a full day in the Park on Monday and spend Tuesday morning in the Park before leaving for home around 1pm to head back to Calais for the late afternoon ferry. We arrive back into the North West around midnight. Hopper Passes are included.

Disney’s Hotel Santa Fe Just past the cacti and scorched desert trail, there’s a place in the sun, inspired by America’s Southwest - welcome amigo’s to Disney’s Hotel Santa Fe. Cheery and brightly decorated rooms feature two double beds, bathroom, telephone, TV with international channels. Hotel facilities include bar, restaurant, Disney Shop, and outdoor play area.

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Brittany & Normandy

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Departs Sun Mar 14 4 Adults Sharing Room £190 3 Adults Sharing Room £199 2 Adults Sharing Room £219 1 Adult Sharing Room £299 Child (2-11) FREE

A great new spring tour showing you some of delightful Normandy and Brittany. Firstly we visit cosmopolitan Caen which was once the favourite home of William the Conquerer. Our twin centred holiday then takes us into Brittany and walled town of St. Malo. Within the walls you’ll find a busy, lively town packed with hotels, restaurants, bars and shops.

This charming hotel with an excellent restaurant is located in a peaceful area on the outskirts of Caen, only 400 metres from the Memorial Museum. It offers well-equipped traditional en-suite rooms.

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Escale Oceania St. Malo

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Early morning home pickups as we travel to Portsmouth for the ferry to Caen. We then make the short journey to our hotel where a late meal has been arranged for our arrival.

DAY 2: A late morning excursion to the picturesque port of Honfleur. We return to our hotel stopping in the centre of Caen en-route.

DAY 3: Our excursion today takes us to Bayeux, home of the world famous tapestry which depicts the events of 1066 and then onto the World War II Normandy landing beaches of Gold, Juno and Sword. We also visit Arromanches.

DAY 4: After breakfast we head for our second base, St. Malo. En-route we visit Mont Saint Michel, this ‘Wonder of the Western World’ stands proudly in the

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The Hotel Escale Oceania St Malo is perfectly located on the waterfront, facing the Sillon Beach and the sea.

Offering a warm and friendly welcome, recently renovated well equipped enmiddle of the vast mud flats and offers a suite rooms and a lovely patio area to beautiful abbey, medieval town and bask in the sun and enjoy a tipple or two. museums – a fascinating sight not to be missed. After free time we follow the bay of Mont Saint Michel to the traditional little fishing harbour of Cancale.

DAY 5: Today we enjoy a free day in the fascinating town of St. Malo why not enjoy a tour of this beautiful town on the little tourist train taking in the atmosphere and charm of this historic walled town.

DAY 6: Today we board the ferry in St. Malo for our morning crossing back to Portsmouth, arriving into Portsmouth at approx. 18:30 and then head back to the North West arriving back approx. 11pm.

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Dinner, Room & Breakfast Thu Apr 22 Single Room

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£459 £140

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Dutch Bulbfields – Holland in Bloom There is no better time to visit Holland than in the spring when symphonies of tulips bathe the landscape in a carpet of rich, vibrant colour. Our holiday highlight is a visit to Keukenhof Gardens, the world’s largest flower garden with a combination of vibrant flowers, floral exhibitions, plump trees and landscape art. From our base in Breda we also visit Utrecht, one Holland’s oldest cities.

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Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Lunchtime pickup’s as we head to Hull for the overnight crossing to Rotterdam. 2 berth en-suite cabins are included. On board enjoy entertainment in the bar, catch a latest flick in the cinema, have a flutter in the casino or simply relax in one of the quiet bars and lounges. Evening meal can be pre-booked – see price panel.

DAY 2: We disembark and head to Kuekenhof gardens (entrance included) and spend the day browsing. We then continue to our hotel in Breda.

DAY 3: We visit Utrecht for the day. Explore the old inner-city with its canals and cellars by the wharfs, ancient churches and the Dom tower.

DAY 4: We leave Breda after lunch for our overnight ferry back from Rotterdam to Hull. 2 berth en-suite cabins are once again included. Evening meal can also be pre booked as per the outward journey.

DAY 5: We disembark after breakfast and head back to the North West arriving back around lunchtime.

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Room & Breakfast

The Apollo Breda is situated in the heart of this lively and historic City. Bedrooms all come equipped with modern conveniences, with individual regulated air conditioning, bath/shower, toilet, trouser press, hairdryer, wireless internet, DVD player, telephone, mini bar, safe, seating area and desk. The hotel boasts its own restaurant for those of you not wishing to venture out and the bar area is a great place to relax and enjoy some local delights. A lift serves all floors.

Battle Of Waterloo Re-Enactment & Brussels

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Thu Apr 22 5 Days £279 Single Room £115 Evening Meal on Ship (Return) £39

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On June 18 1815 the Battle of Waterloo took place, three armies were involved in the battle: Napoleon's Armée du Nord, a multinational army under Wellington, and a Prussian army under Blücher. The famous defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo in 1815 is re-enacted every year, bringing together volunteer regiments from all over Europe in full period gear, complete with weapons. Over 1000 people take part. A village of Napoleonic bivouacs are set up on and around the battlefield and visitors can observe daily life in the camps, check out weaponry and equipment, assist with the cooking or watch the changing of the guard and patrols. Our base is the fabulous and vibrant of Brussels.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Early morning doorstep pickups as we travel to Dover to catch the lunchtime ferry to Calais. We then drive to Brussells and our hotel in the centre of the city.

DAY 2: Enjoy a free day in Brussels today.

The Grand Place and the famous Manequin Pis statue are great place to start and are close to our hotel.

DAY 3: After breakfast we head off to Waterloo to enjoy the full day at the battle re-enactment.

DAY 4: We leave Belgium and head back into France for the lunchtime ferry from Calais to Dover and then back to the North West for approx. 8pm.

Ibis Hotel Brussels Centre St Catherine ### The Ibis Brussels Centre Sainte Catherine is located in the heart of Brussels, near the Grand Place, museums and popular shopping areas. Close to the Fish Market and its famous restaurants, this 3 star hotel is ideal for a weekend of discovery.

Bedrooms are all en-suite, air-conditioned and offer TV. A lift serves all floors.

Doorstep Pickups

Room & Breakfast Fri June 18 Single Room

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£219 £90

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Ostend & Brugge

6 Days

Ostend is the “Queen of the Belgian Coast”. It has a characteristic seafront of wide sandy beaches and a long promenade, a pretty marina, picturesque parks, bustling markets and shops and a lively nightlife. Along the pier you’ll find fish and seafood stalls, enjoy a ride on the miniature railway or why not take a horse drawn carriage through the town. A highlight of your trip is sure to be the included excursion to Brugge. Considered to be one of the best preserved cities in Europe, the ‘Venice of the North’ offers the very best of Belgian life – quaint canals, unique lace, delicious beer and scrumptious Belgian Chocolates.

Excursions Included EXCURSION 1: To delightful Brugge. Enjoy a boat trip gliding along the canal. Walk the old and cobbled streets through the city’s Market Square; explore Buro Square, famous for each building being from a different century including the Gothic Town Hall and the old Law Courts or watch the world go by in T’Zand Square lined with cafes and restaurants. Enjoy shopping for Belgian lace and chocolates or relax over a refreshing Belgian beer - the choice is yours.

EXCURSION 2: After free time to look around Ostend’s famous Market we have an afternoon jaunt to Gent.

Gent is one of David’s favourite cities Admiral Hotel ## offering stunning architecture and a relaxed The Admiral Hotel stands 100 metres from Belgian atmosphere.

Ostend’s beaches and promenades. The modern bedrooms offer comfortable facilities with shower, toilet, TV and radio.

A home from home atmosphere with lots Doorstep Pickups of facilities – there’s even a traditional “English Pub”.

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Ostend – All Inclusive Ostend is also known as ‘Queen of the Coast’ and has long been a favourite with British holidaymakers.

The resort offers long sandy beaches flanked with a pretty promenade, a picturesque marina and an active nightlife.

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Offering one of the warmest welcomes in Ostend, the New Astoria is ideally situated in the heart of the resort close to the beach and promenade. Hotel facilities include a pleasant bar, large restaurant and lounge area.

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Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: To Dover to catch the lunchtime ferry to Calais then on to Ostend.

DAYS 2 – 4: During your stay we include the following excursions EXCURSION 1: Enjoy a full day to Venice of the North – Brugge. This delightful medieval city is must for all.

EXCURSION 2: Today we head to the pretty Belgian Town of Ypres.

LAST DAY: We make a stop at a French hypermarket before catching the early afternoon ferry back to Dover. Arrive Poplar Services at approx. 7.30 pm.

“All Inclusive” Package Includes • 3 course dinner each evening • Packed lunches whilst based in Ostend • Entertainment on 3 nights • FREE local beer and wine from 8.30pm until 12pm each evening (except day of arrival)

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All Inclusive Mon Feb 8 Mon Feb 22 Mon Mar 8 Mon Mar 22 Mon Apr 19 Single Room

5 Days 5 Days 5 Days 5 Days 5 Days

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Roses & The Foothills Of The Pyrenees The picturesque Costa Brava offers sandy coves, pretty fishing villages, fresh pined-scented forests and welcoming holiday resorts. The resort of Roses is relaxed, spend your days basking in the sun, strolling along the palm lined promenade or sitting in a café people watching in this old fishing port.

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Holiday Itinerary

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DAY 1: Leaving early morning we head to Dover for a lunchtime ferry. Then into the heart of France for our overnight stay.

This popular 3 star hotel complex offers guests a stunning reception area, buffet style meals, indoor and outdoor swimming pools and a relaxing bar area. Situated right at the heart of the Bay of Roses, in the tranquil Santa Margarita estate, only 1km from the centre of Roses and 180m from the beach. The outdoor pool is surrounded by well maintained gardens with sun loungers and a bar for relaxing evening entertainment takes place most evenings.

Bedrooms are all en-suite and offer balcony, satellite TV, telephone and in room safe.

DAY 2: Our journey continues through France, into Spain and on to Roses.

DAYS 3 TO 8: At leisure in Roses. Whilst in resort your driver-courier will organise the following day trips.

EXCURSION 1: A short trip along the coast to Cadaques.

EXCURSION 2: A day trip into the Pyrenean foothills via Banyoles with its delightful arcades, Besalu, Olot with its volcanic surroundings and Ripoll with its monastery. We then take the scenic mountain road to Berga and head south to the Montserrat Hills. Visit the mountaintop Montserrat Monastery accessed by funicular railway.

EXCURSION 3: Your Driver/Courier will also arrange an optional trip to Gerona Market (Subject to minimum numbers) DAY 9: We begin our journey home and back into France for our final overnight.

DAY 10: Back to Calais for our crossing to Dover then and home. Arriving back into the North West approx. 9pm.

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Room & Breakfast En-Route & Dinner, Room & Breakfast in Resort Sat May 25 Sat Sept 11 Single Room

Spring & Autumn On The Costa Brava With Free Bar The Costa Brava is a perfect year round holiday spot with pretty fishing villages and large holiday resorts adorning the pretty coastline. Our base is the delightful resort of Roses, a welcoming old fishing port offering a pretty palm lined promenade, sandy beach and relaxed bars and cafes.

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8 Days Goya Park Hotel, Roses

Costa Brava Package Includes Dinner, Bed & Breakfast in Roses ¼ Bottle of Wine & ½ Bottle of Water per person with Dinner FREE BAR in Roses each evening from 8pm till 10pm Live Music every evening in Roses Enjoy a journey on the Land Train from Roses to Puig Rom Flamenco Evening with ½ bottle of wine pp Excursions as described

### The Hotel Prestige Goya Park is located less than 200m away from Santa Margarita beach and just a stroll from Roses town centre down the promenade. There is a lovely swimming pool area with terrace and the lounges are ideal for relaxing and enjoying the evening entertainment. Simply furnished bedrooms offer balcony, phone and satellite TV. A lift serves all floors.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Early morning home pickups as we travel to Dover for the lunchtime ferry to Calais. On then to Dijon for our overnight stay. (B&B) DAY 2: We continue through France, and into Spain and on to our hotel.

DAYS 3 TO 6: At leisure in Roses, with two included excursions, one to Gerona with its narrow streets, the well preserved Jewish Quarter and medieval cathedral. Our second excursion takes us along the coast to Calella another of the Costa’s popular resorts.

DAY 7: We head back into France and to Dijon for our overnight stay. (B&B) DAY 8: Back to Calais for our lunchtime crossing to Dover and then onward back to the North West for approx. 8pm

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Room & Breakfast En-Route & Dinner, Room & Breakfast in Resort Tue Mar 16 Sat Oct 23 Single Room

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Continental Rhine Valley – Rudesheim The Rhineland resort of Rudesheim is situated in the shadows of the Nierderwald Monument atop the hills dotted with vineyards. Its famous Drosselgasse buzzes with traditional music and sing-along bars.

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and travel south to Boppard, a lovely town

DAY 1: Early morning pickups as we travel to Dover to catch the lunchtime ferry to Calais.

Once in France we make the short journey to Lille for our overnight stay. Dinner is included this evening at the hotel.

with many shops, bars, restaurants and a

DAY 2: After breakfast we travel through Germany and the Ahr Valley. At Koblenz we pass over the River Mosel and continue along the banks of the Rhine to Rudesheim, arriving at our hotel late afternoon.

wonderful promenade. We continue along the west side of the Rhine and return to Rudesheim by ferry.

DAY 6: We must leave the Rhine today and travel back to Lille for our overnight stay. Enroute we stop in Cologne on the banks of the Rhine. Dinner is included this evening.

DAY 7: After breakfast we leave Lille and

DAY 3: Free day. An optional Rhine Cruise will be arranged by your driver.

head to Calais for our lunchtime sailing

DAY 4: Today we visit Heidelberg.

will be made at a French Hypermarket. Once

DAY 5: This morning we visit the Roman town of Koblenz. We then cross the River

back into England we travel north arriving

Hotel Lindenwirt

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The Lindenwirt is in an exceptional position in the heart of Rudesheim and right on the Drosselgasse. Romantic half-timbered buildings with profusely wood-carved bays, open galleries around the beautiful inner court yard and the old lime-tree create a unique background for your holiday.

Bedrooms are all en-suite and comfortable offering television and telephone. The Hotel Lindenwirt is sure to be one of the highlights of your holiday.

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A Taste of Germany

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Germany is closer than you think and this excellent five day holiday takes in many delights of this enthralling country. Our base is the beautiful town of Monschau with some wonderfully preserved and distinctive buildings, take a stroll to the Castle overlooking the town for some spectacular views. Our excellent itinerary also includes visits to the former German capital and birthplace of Beethoven – Bonn, along with a beautiful drive through the Ahr Valley to the picturesque town of Cochem on the shores of the Moselle.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Early morning doorstep pickups as we head south to Dover for the lunchtime crossing to Calais. We then continue into Germany and arrive in Monschau in time for our evening meal.

DAYS 2 TO 4: Free time in Monschau making the most of your surroundings and the hotel’s excellent facilities. During your stay we include two fascinating excursions.

EXCURSION 1: We travel to the former capital of Germany, Bonn. The birthplace of Carat Hotel, Monschau Beethoven offers beautiful baroque avenues, #### This attractive 4-star hotel is a lovely riverside setting on the shores of the situated in a quiet location next to a pretty Rhine and a truly cosmopolitan atmosphere. stream and just 300m from the centre of The old government quarter is also well Monschau with its winding cobbled streets worth a look. and old buildings. The restaurant has EXCURSION 2: A stunning excursion to the recently been refurbished and is the ideal Moselle River. We stop in the beautiful town spot to enjoy the excellent food. Bedrooms of Cochem, the most romantic part of the are all en-suite and offer TV and hairdryer.

Valley where the river curves between the The indoor pool is a great place to relax and Eifel and the Hunsruck. We then take the the skittles alley and games area is a great scenic road following the river to our next place to spend the evening. A lift serves all stop, Bernkastel-Kues, ‘Pearl of the Middle floors. The hotel bar also offers a happy Moselle’, with 400 year old half timbered hour between 8 and 9pm each evening. houses and beautiful renaissance town hall.

DAY 5: After breakfast we leave Monschau and journey back to Calais to catch the early afternoon ferry back to Dover, we then continue our journey north arriving back into poplar Services approx. 8pm where vehicles will be waiting to take you back to your door.

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Austrian Tyrol “All Inclusive”

8 Days

“All Inclusive” Package Includes • 4 course evening meals • Breakfast buffet • Extended breakfast buffet for lunches where you can make your own sandwiches and help yourself to fruit, chocolate & drinks for lunch • Unlimited soft drinks 24hrs • Unlimited beer and wine from 12noon until midnight • Dancing on one evening • 9 pin bowling evening at hotels own skittle alley with prizes • Excursions as described

The Austrian Tyrol is known for some of the best scenery that Europe has to offer. Pretty villages nestle between snow capped mountains, rushing mountains streams and glistening rivers backed by lush green forests and pastures. The base for our ‘All Inclusive’ holiday is the pretty West Tyrol town Landeck, situated in the shadows of the Lechtaler Alps in the upper Inn Valley offering stunning Tyrolean views.

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stylish and cosmopolitan town of St. Anton.

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DAY 1: Early morning doorstep pickups as we head to Dover for the lunchtime ferry crossing. We continue to our overnight hotel in Liege (Bed & Breakfast)

DAY 6: Spend another free day around Landeck or join the optional excursion taking more of the stunning scenery as we travel through the Ziller Valley to the picturesque and popular Tyrolean town of Mayrhofen.

This charming 3-star hotel is run by Karl Graber who assures you of a warm welcome. The hotel is decorated in a traditional style and offers superb views across the town and down the valley which can be enjoyed whilst having a drink on the sun terrace and from the restaurant.

Bedrooms are all comfortably furnished, are en-suite and offer satellite TV and hairdryer.

DAY 2: We journey through Germany and into Austria arriving at our hotel in time to settle in before dinner.

DAY 3: This morning we head into the Capital of the Tyrol, Innsbruck - a lovely city on the banks of the River Inn, with a charming old town, Hofburgh Imperial Palace and the famous Golden Roof. After lunch we spend the afternoon in the popular Tyrolean town of Seefeld.

DAY 7: We leave Austria today and head back into Germany and to Liege in Belgium once again for our overnight stay (bed & breakfast)

DAY 4: Free day in Landeck.

DAY 8: After breakfast we head to Calais for the lunchtime crossing back to Dover. Once docked we journey back to the North West, where vehicles will be waiting to transfer you back to your home.

DAY 5: Today we enjoy a fabulous drive over the stunning Arlberg Pass. We also enjoy visits to the pretty village of Lech and the

Evening meals at your overnight stops can be arranged by your driver/courier for a reasonable extra cost.

Austrian Winter Wonderland Snow capped mountains, stunning frozen lakes, picture post card views - it’s all waiting for you on our fabulous Winter Wonderland holiday based at the popular Mohrenwirt Hotel in the pretty lakeside town of Fuschl.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Early morning doorstep pickups as we head to Dover for the lunchtime ferry to Calais. We continue to our overnight stay in Germany. (Bed & Breakfast) DAY 2: We journey through Germany and into stunning Austria.

DAYS 3 TO 5: Free time in Fuschl. During your stay we have included two excursions of Austria’s Lake District. The first takes visits Mondsee and St. Gilgen, where you can take in fantastic views and ride a cable car (not included). The second takes us to the spa of Bad Ischl and pretty Hallstatt.

DAY 6: We leave Austria and head into Germany for our overnight stay. (B & B))

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Set in the village centre and offering warm and friendly surroundings and a relaxed DAY 7: To Calais for the lunchtime ferry, then atmosphere, the Mohrenwirt is always a up to Poplar Services for approx. 8pm and popular choice. Hotel facilities include pretty then taken back to your doorstep. lounges, sauna, solarium and whirlpool.

Evening meals at your overnight stops can Bedrooms are all en-suite with satellite TV be arranged by your driver/courier for a and hairdryer. The hotel also offers a lift. reasonable extra cost.

What’s Included • Happy hour each evening in the bar • Use of sauna & whirlpool • Guided village walk with mulled wine • Farewell gala dinner with zither music • Excursions as described

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Austrian Lakes & Sound Of Music Country

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The Austrian Lake District offers stunning scenery of dramatic mountains, pine forests, lush green hills and crystal clear lakes. Our excellent itinerary takes in no fewer than six of Austria’s stunning lakes all of which offer varied towns, villages and scenery. We also include a day trip to the birthplace of Mozart and the back drop to the film ‘The Sound of Music’ – Musical Salzburg. As many of our customers will echo, no stay in this part of Austria would be complete without staying at the Hotel Tirolerhof in Austria, personally ran by our great friends the Hauser family, who do all they can to ensure your holiday is truly exceptional.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Morning door step pickups to meet our coach for our journey to Dover to catch the lunchtime ferry to Calais. Once in France we continue our journey into Belgium for our overnight stay in Liege. (Bed & breakfast) DAY 2: After breakfast we leave Belgium and journey through Germany to Austria with picturesque scenery en-route. We arrive at our hotel with time to settle in before dinner.

banks of Lake Wolfgang, with the famous White Horse Inn, one of Austria’s most pictured spots.

Dover. In England we journey North back to Poplar Services arriving at approx. 8pm.

Evening meals at your overnight stops can be arranged by your driver/courier for a EXCURSION 3: Another stunning drive through Austria’s Lakeland takes us firstly to reasonable extra cost.

Lake Traunsee and the pretty lakeside town of Traunkirchen on the western shore of this beautiful lake. We then pass through lovely mountains scenery calling at Ebensee enroute to the lovely spa town of Bad Ischl.

After a break we continue to one of the most beautiful villages in Austria – Hallstatt on Lake Halstattersee.

DAYS 3 TO 8: During your six days in Austria we have included three stunning excursions OPTIONAL EXCURSION: Our optional excursion takes us across the German and your driver will also offer an optional border and into Bavaria to the charming excursion. town of Berchtesgarden. The town’s castle EXCURSION 1: The music city of Salzburg is was once a royal residence and you will also known worldwide as the birthplace of get the chance to visit Eagle’s Nest – Hitler’s Mozart and much of it’s landmarks were used in the filming of the “Sound of Music”. wartime hideout.

This family run hotel is truly one of our favourites. Set in the centre of pretty St. Georgen, Gunther, Ingrid and their family and staff are on hand to make sure your holiday is most enjoyable. During the day unwind in the lovely gardens or take a dip and relax around the outdoor swimming pool. In the evenings enjoy varied entertainment from candlelit dinners, zither players and dancing. Bedrooms are all ensuite and are tastefully decorated, most rooms offer flower clad balconies with stunning views.

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DAY 9: Unfortunately we must leave Austria and travel back into Germany and onto Liege for our overnight stay (Bed & Breakfast)

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Austrian Lakes, Vienna & Bohemia

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EXCURSION 2: The beautiful Lake District today, some of which was also used for filming. We include Lake Attersee and Lake Mondsee - see the church were Von Trapp and Maria where married. Onward then to idyllic Lake Fuschl and St. Wolfgang on the

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Enjoy a fabulous holiday based in the stunning Austrian Lake District taking in the spectacular scenery of the area including picturesque villages on the shores of crystal clear lakes with a backdrop of lush green hills and dramatic mountainous landscapes. We are pleased to offer you an excellent itinerary including visits to the Imperial and elegant Austrian capital – Vienna, we head across the border into the Czech Republic and visit the stunning town of Cesky Krumlov in Southern Bohemia and take in the beautiful scenery of the Austrian Lakes, a truly memorable holiday awaits you.

EXCURSION 1: We head to Vienna to immerse ourselves in the cultural and architectural delights of Austria’s Capital.

From Gothic St. Stephen’s Cathedral in the central pedestrian zone to the Imperial Hofburg Palace, the famous Ringstrasse with its wealth of classical architecture, the famous Opera House, this is a City of music, cafes, waltzes, parks and pastries – a delightful excursion.

EXCURSION 2: We travel via Linz and Upper Austria to cross the border into Czech Republic and enjoy the stunning scenery as we arrive into the lively town of Cesky Holiday Itinerary Krumlov. This UNESCO World Heritage Site DAY 1: Doorstep pickups as we head to is dominated by its Castle overlooking the Dover to catch the lunchtime ferry to Vltava River, narrow cobblestone streets Calais. We then continue to our overnight wind along romantic nooks to the stay at the Buschhausen Hotel in Aachen. atmospheric medieval core of the old town (Bed & Breakfast) with cosy inns and ancient taverns – a real DAY 2: After breakfast we continue through treat.

Germany and into Austria enjoying some EXCURSION 3: We enjoy a beautiful tour of beautiful scenery and arriving at our hotel three of Austria’s most famous and in time for dinner. beautiful lakes. We head firstly to Lake Attersee then onto Lake Mondsee set DAYS 3 TO 8: During your time in Austria against a backdrop of dramatic mountain we have included three stunning scenery and finally to Lake Wolfgansee see excursions. Your driver will also offer an optional excursion. your driver to arrange a sail from St. Gilgen

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to St. Wolfgang where you will find the famous White Horse Inn. DAY 9: We leave Austria after breakfast and head back into Germany for our overnight stay once again at the Buschhausen Hotel.

(Bed & Breakfast) DAY 10: We head for our lunchtime ferry from Calais back to Dover and then continue our drive northbound arriving back into Poplar Services around 8pm where vehicles will be waiting to take you back to you home.

Evening meals at your overnight stops can be arranged by your driver/courier for a reasonable extra cost.

Hotel Tirolerfhof, St Georgen

This family run hotel is truly one of our favourites. Set in the centre of pretty St. Georgen, Gunther, Ingrid and their family and staff are on hand to make sure your holiday is most enjoyable. During the day unwind in the lovely gardens or take a dip and relax around the outdoor swimming pool. In the evenings enjoy varied entertainment from candlelit dinners, zither players and dancing. Bedrooms are all en-suite and are tastefully decorated, most rooms offer flower clad balconies with stunning views.

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Springtime in Lake Garda Italy’s largest lake has something to offer everyone, from small fishing villages to larger, busier towns. Whether you want to explore or simply sit at a pavement café sampling the delicious ice cream and watch the world go by.

8 Days Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: An early morning start to Dover for the ferry to Calais then on to Metz for our overnight stay. (B&B) DAY 2: We continue our journey to Lake Garda arriving in time for our evening meal.

DAYS 3 TO 6: Free time in Lake Garda. A tour seeing some of the lakes pretty towns and villages is included. Your drivers will arrange optional day trips to Venice and Verona. (All subject to minimum numbers).

DAY 7: We start our journey home with an overnight stay in Metz on the way. (B&B) DAY 8: Back to Calais and the ferry back to Dover. We continue home arriving back approx 9 pm.

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Hotel La Perla, Riva Del Garda

Hotel la Perla, situated just 80m from the lake, is a friendly family run hotel offering 80 bedrooms in three buildings all of which surround the outdoor pool and pretty gardens. The light and airy restaurant offers delicious fayre and a buffet breakfast. The en-suite bedrooms are all air-conditioned and offer TV, telephone and hairdryer. The Blue Bar is also a great place to relax and enjoy an aperitif before dinner and a night cap before bed. A lift serves all floors.

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Lake Garda’s Limone, Venice & Verona

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Lake Garda is simply stunning, Italy’s largest lake offers pretty lakeside towns and villages dotted around the shorelines of the crystal clear water. Our base is the beautiful and picture postcard town of Limone on the North Western side of the Lake. Here you will find pretty cobbled streets lined with old houses and shops decorated with blooming flower baskets, two small harbours, old arches and a variety of shops offering leather goods and local goods. The promenade is perfect for a stroll in the daytime or evening and wandering the lemon groves is also a lovely way to pass the day.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Early morning door step pickups to meet our holiday coach. We then continue to Dover for the lunchtime sailing to Calais.

Onward then to Metz for our overnight stay. (B&B) DAY 2: After breakfast we journey through Austria and into Northern Italy, onward to our hotel in Limone where we arrive in time for our evening meal.

DAY 3: A free day to relax and enjoy your surroundings and the pretty resort of Limone.

DAY 4: Today we visit Italy’s most treasured possession, Venice. The uniqueness of Venice never fails to impress, the myriad of canals are criss-crossed with spectacular bridges including the famous Rialto Bridge, and the Bridge of Sigh’s, to name just two.

Take a gondola ride along the Grand Canal, marvel at the sights in St. Marks Square and the Basilica, there really is plenty to do in Venice.

DAY 5: Enjoy your lakeside surroundings on another free day today. Why not see your driver to arrange an optional sail on the Lake.

DAY 6: To fair Verona today. Made famous of course by Shakespeare as the setting for Romeo & Juliet, you can visit Juliet’s house and see the famous balcony. There is fabulous shopping in the historical centre matched with the Piazza delle Erbe famous for the city’s daily market. This classic Romanesque city is well worth a visit.

DAY 7: A lovely coach trip today takes us along the banks of Lake Garda visiting some of the picturesque lakeside towns and villages.

DAY 8: Unfortunately we must leave Italy today and head back through Switzerland and into France for our overnight stay in Metz. (Bed & Breakfast) DAY 9: After breakfast we leave Metz and set off to Calais for our early afternoon crossing back to Dover. Once in England we continue our journey north arriving back into Poplar Services approx. 9pm.

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Cristina Hotel

One of David’s favourites, the Cristina Hotel comprises of five separate buildings set in lush gardens with fine lake views. Facilities at the hotel include two outdoor swimming pools, restaurant, bar and lounge area.

Bedrooms are all en-suite and offer hairdryer, safe, mini-bar, satellite TV and telephone.

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Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Early morning home pickups as we head to Dover for the lunchtime ferry to Calais. We then continue our journey to Metz where we enjoy our overnight stop.

(B&B) DAY 2: After breakfast we continue through France through Switzerland and over the border into Italy. We arrive at the excellent Iseolago Hotel with time to settle in before dinner.

DAY 3: Enjoy a free day today

DAY 6: We enjoy a lovely tour around Lake Iseo today. We stop firstly at Sarnico where we enjoy the colourful weekly market before joining one of the boats for a cruise to the north of the lake to Lovere, a pretty aristists haunt. We return to Iseo along the eastern shores making a short detour to see the Unique Pyramids of Zone, pyramids of earth, created by erosion.

DAY 7: Enjoy another free day around Iseo.

DAY 8: We leave Italy and head back through Switzerland into France for our overnight stay once again in Metz (B&B) DAY 9: To Calais for our lunchtime crossing to Dover then back to Poplar Services arriving at approx. 8pm.

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We are delighted to offer the 4-star luxury Iseolago Hotel. Offering a stylish yet relaxed atmosphere and beautifully furnished bedrooms, the Iseolago is the perfect choice for your holiday. The beautiful gardens lead down to the lakeside and the outdoor pool with sun loungers are sure to be welcome on one of your free days. Enjoy dinner in the elegant restaurant with an included glass of wine and spend your evenings relaxing in the lounge and bar area. Lifts are available at the hotel.

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DAY 4: Today we enjoy a scenic drive to lovely Bellagio on the shores of Lake Como.

Full of character with narrow cobbled streets lined with shops with winding alleys, squares and old churches.

DAY 5: This morning we see the largest of the Italian Lakes, Lake Garda. Firstly we visit the western shores of the Lake and Gardone Riviera with its pretty traffic free promenade, lined with benches, flower beds, restaurants and café terraces. We then continue to Sirmione a lovely and unique town whose colourful, narrows streets are full of shops, bars and restaurants.

The beautiful Italian Riviera is also know as the Riviera of Flowers and is a stunning destination year round and offers a mild sunny climate throughout the autumn and winter months. The scenery along the Riviera is quite simply stunning, with the shimmering blue sea backed by quaint towns and villages which in turn are backed by hilltop villages nestled in the sheltering green hills. Our fabulous All Inclusive holiday stays in the pretty seaside resort of Diano Marina with a lovely pedestrianised shopping centre and pretty promenade overlooking the beautiful bay.

Excursion opportunities are endless from this corner of Italy and we are pleased to offer excellent trips for you to enjoy whilst in resort.

Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Early morning doorstep pick up’s as we join our coach and head South for Dover and our lunchtime crossing to Calais. Once in France we continue to our overnight stay on Metz. (Bed & Breakfast) DAY 2: Continuing through France, into Switzerland and then Italy where we arrive at our hotel in time to freshen up before dinner.

DAY 3: A free day around Diano Marina DAY 4: We head around the Gulf of Genoa today, taking in the beautiful scenery of the Riviera, we head for the delightful town of Santa Margherita, the town itself offers a lovely promenade, beach and those all important Ice cream shops and café’s, however why not see your driver to arrange a stunning sail from here to the exclusive resort of Portofino with it’s brightly coloured buildings reflecting in the clear waters.

What’s Included • Buffet Breakfasts • Choice of evening meal with wine & water • 1 Candle lit Ligurian Style Set dinner with glass of spumante • 1 Evening with live music • Tea and coffee available all day • FREE BAR Each evening between 6pm & Midnight (local brands of alcoholic and soft drinks)

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DAY 5: Another free day today or why not see your drivers and join the optional excursion across the border to the French Riviera. We visit Nice and enjoy some free time taking in the sights in Monte Carlo.

Please note this excursion will run subject to minimum numbers.

DAY 6: This morning we head to Ventimiglia, on the border of Italy and France, this bustling town offers an

excellent market today giving you chance to buy a few bargains before we leave. Enroute back to Diano Marina we visit the medieval town of Dolceacqua with narrow winding streets, Romanesque style church and beautiful medieval square.

DAY 7: We leave after breakfast and head back to France and our overnight stay once again in Metz. (Bed and Breakfast) DAY 8: After breakfast we head back to Calais for our ferry to Dover and then onward to the North West where we arrive back at Poplar Services approx. 8pm where vehicles will be waiting to take you back to your door.

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Hotel Piccolo

Located in a quiet slightly elevated position the Piccolo is a friendly, family run hotel.

The Massa family are proud of their restaurant and cuisine and you can relax and enjoy a drink or two in the bar, with outside patio or the rooftop terrace.

Bedrooms are all comfortably furnished and offer en-suite facilities, satellite TV and safe.

A lift serves all floors.

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Oberammergau

Oberammergau Passion Play The Oberammergau Passion Plays are a series of inspirational performances that take place every 10 years – paying tribute to the suffering, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The plays origins date back to 1633 when the community found itself under threat from the bubonic plague. The town pledged that if God were to spare them, they would perform a play each decade to celebrate the life and death of Jesus. David visited the Play back in 2000 and was amazed at the atmosphere and presentation whatever your beliefs you are sure to be moved by this extraordinary event.

Book now if you miss it this year you’ll have to wait until 2020!!!

Oberammergau & The Essence Of Austria Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Early morning doorstep pickups as we travel to Dover for the lunchtime ferry to Calais. We then continue to our overnight hotel in Germany arriving in time for dinner.

DAYS 2 TO 6: We journey to the stunning Austrian Tyrol for a 5 night stay in the popular town of Landeck at the popular Sonne Hotel (See Page 49 for hotel details) During our stay in Landeck we have included two excursions, one to the Capital of the Tyrol – Innsbruck, with its famous Golden Roof, Hofsburg Palace and much more. We also include a stunning scenic drive over the Arlberg Pass and enjoy visits to the pretty village of Lech and the cosmopolitan town of St. Anton. An optional excursion will also be offered by your driver.

DAY 7: We leave Austria and head to the village of Murnau where we spend the next 2 nights in Oberammegau grade HK3 – hotel accommodation. The village is just 15 miles from Oberammergau and at the foot of the Bavarian Alps in ‘picture book’ Bavaria.

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DAY 8: We make the short journey to Oberammergau for the Passion Play. A hot lunch is included in the town before the play commences. The first part of the play runs from 2.30pm to 5pm with the second part running from 8pm to 10.30pm. During the interval a hot dinner is included at one of the local hotels. After the performance we head back to Murnau and to our hotel.

DAY 9: We leave Murnau and travel through Germany to our final overnight stay.

DAY 10: After breakfast we head to Calais for our early afternoon crossing back to Dover.

We then continue back to the North West arriving back at Poplar Services approx. 8pm.

Door step drop offs are included.

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PLEASE NOTE: A deposit of £550pp is due on booking.

What’s Included • Door step pickup’s • Dinner, bed & breakfast throughout • Top grade Passion Play ticket • 2 nights hotel accommodation in the Oberammergau area • Hot lunch before Passion Play & hot dinner during plays interval • Minimum 3-star hotels in Austria / Italy • Overnight hotels in Germany on outward & return journeys

Oberammergau & The Italian Lakes Holiday Itinerary DAY 1: Early morning door step pickups as we travel to Dover for the lunchtime ferry to Calais. We then continue to our overnight hotel in Germany arriving in time for dinner.

DAY 2: We travel into Bavaria for our 2 night stay in the pretty Spa town of Bad Kohlgrub. Our accommodation is in an Oberammergau grade HK2 hotel and the town is just 8 miles from Oberammergau.

DAY 3: Our highlight day today as we make the short journey to Oberammergau for the Passion Play. A hot lunch is included in the town before the Play commences.

The first part of the play runs from 2.30pm until 5pm with the second part running from 8pm until 10.30pm. During the interval a hot dinner is included at one of the local hotels. After the performance we head back to Bad Kohlgrub and to our hotel.

DAYS 4 TO 8: After breakfast we leave Bavaria and head to the Italian Lakes and our base in Limone on Lake Garda at the

10 Days excellent Cristina Hotel (See Page 51 for hotel details). During your stay on Lake Garda your drivers will arrange two included excursions taking in the towns and villages of wonderful Lake Garda. An optional excursion to the amazing city of Venice will also be offered which will run subject to minimum numbers.

DAY 9: We leave Italy and head back to Germany / France for our overnight stay.

DAY 10: After breakfast we head to Calais for our early afternoon crossing back to Dover. We then continue back to the North West arriving back at Poplar Services approx. 8pm. Door step drop offs are included.

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Krakow & The Tatra Mountains

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The eternal city of Rome is one of the most interesting cities in the world with awesome sights such as the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Pantheon and the Vatican. Then there’s Sorrento with its soft pink, blue and ochre buildings of Piazza Tasso with an array of shops and bars buried in its vibrant centre. From here we’ll take a tour along one of Europe’s most scenic coastlines to Positano, Amalfi and Ravello plus a trip to the ancient Roman ruins of Pompeii & Mount Vesuvius.

Krakow is the ancient capital of Poland and for centuries coronations and burials of the country’s kings took place here. It was the only major city in Poland to come through the Second World War largely undamaged and on the hill one can still visit the Wawel Castle and the cathedral. The Zakopane region is widely known for its unspoiled nature and majestic landscapes. Not only are the Tatras the highest Polish mountains but they also share many characteristics with the Alps.

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DAY 1: Doorstep pickups as we make our way to Manchester Airport for our flight to Rome Fiumicino airport. On arrival you will be met by a local representative for your transfer to Frascati and the Villa Vecchia hotel where we stay for 3 nights.

DAY 2: A full day visit to Rome including a morning city tour taking in all of the major sights and attractions. Spend the afternoon exploring at your own pace before our transfer back to Frascati.

DAY 3: The day is at leisure in Frascati, an attractive hilltop town where the wealthy once built their villas.

DAY 4: We depart Frascati and head south via the motorway to Sorrento. En route we make a stop at Monte Cassino, the site of one of the toughest battles fought in World War II. Our journey then continues via the bay of Naples to Sorrento.

DAY 5: At leisure. Why not take the complimentary shuttle service into Sorrento town centre or take a boat trip over to the stunning Isle of Capri.

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on the Frascati hillside, the hotel features a panoramic terrace offering breathtaking views over Rome and the nearby Roman Castles. This hotel offers elegantly furnished public areas and bedrooms with TV, and minibar. On your free day relax around the pool or take the free shuttle service into Frascati town centre.

PLEASE NOTE: This holiday can only be booked direct with David Ogden Holidays

DAY 6: A day excursion along the Amalfi Coast to reach Positano, one of the most famous old fishing towns along the coast.

After a walking tour and some free time in Positano, we travel on to Amalfi, a labyrinth of narrow lanes and alleyways. Here you'll be able to sample the local liqueur or visit the Moorish-style Paradise Cloister.

DAY 7: Today we visit Pompeii where we will take a two-hour guided walking tour through the ancient ruins which were buried in ashes after Mount Vesuvius erupted almost 2000 years ago. In the afternoon we visit the base of Mount Vesuvius before retracing our steps back to Sorrento and the hotel.

DAY 8: Breakfast is followed by the coach transfer back to Rome Fiumicino airport for our return flight back to Manchester, where vehicles will be waiting to take you back to your home.

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The Nastro Azzuro resort is situated within a park brimming with typical Mediterranean vegetation and offers the views of both the bays of Naples and Salerno. The hotel offers a range of local and international cuisine in the stunning restaurant; relax in the American bar or around the swimming pool. Bedrooms have TV, mini-bar, air conditioning, safe and balcony all with either sea or park views. A free shuttle bus operates between the hotel and Sorrento centre.

DAY 1: Doorstep pickups take us to Liverpool Airport for our flight to Krakow. On arrival we will be met by a local representative for our transfer in to Krakow and our hotel.

DAY 2: Join our morning walking tour of Krakow during which you'll see most of the city's main attractions. Undamaged by the Second World War, Krakow is listed by UNESCO as one of the most significant historic sites in the world.

DAY 3: A day excursion to Auschwitz, the infamous concentration camp established by Nazis in 1940. After the war, the camp was turned into museum displaying evidence of the genocide. A film made after the liberation of the camp is shown in various languages in the museum.

DAY 4: Today we have a half day excursion to Wieliczka Salt Mine, one of the most ancient mines in the world and another UNESCO World Culture and National Heritage Site.

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DAY 5: We depart Krakow and head to the magnificent Tatra Mountains. En route you'll enjoy a unique float trip on the Dunajec River travelling through the Dunajec Gorge and the limestone rocks of Pieniny Mountains. We continue our journey to Zakopane and your hotel.

DAY 6: At leisure in picturesque Zakopane which boasts a wonderful selection of shops selling an array of goods from amber to fur coats. Take a horse and cart ride, visit one of the local museums or galleries or visit one of Zakopane's churches portraying the local architectural style. In the evening there's plenty of bars and pubs to explore, some featuring local folk entertainment.

DAY 7: We leave Zakopane after breakfast for the transfer to Krakow Airport and our return flight back to Liverpool where vehicles will be waiting to take you back to your home.

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Situated on the river bank, the Qubus Hotel is near the Market Square and St. Mary’s Square. This 4 star modern hotel offers a range of facilities including restaurant, jazz club and piano bar, sauna, and fitness centre with a swimming pool.

The bedrooms are well furnished with telephone, TV, radio, mini-bar and views of Krakow and the Vistula River.

PLEASE NOTE: This holiday can only be booked direct with David Ogden Holidays

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The Belvedere Hotel, Zakopane ####

This luxurious 4-star hotel is situated a short walk from the stunning Tatra Mountains National Park in the beautiful town of Zakopane. Offering stunning views of the mountains from the terrace and a fabulous range of amenities including sauna, fitness centre, spa & wellness centre, bowling, squash, mini golf and indoor swimming pool there is plenty to keep you occupied. All bedrooms feature, mini-bar, telephone, radio clock, hairdryer and satellite TV.

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Doorstep Pickups

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Long Haul Holidays

Deluxe Toronto & Niagara Falls In The Fall

Joan and Carol Ogden were lucky enough to sample this tour for you in 2009 and were so impressed that they tailor made this package especially for you to ensure you get the very best of this special holiday. You will visit in ‘The Fall’ when the colours of the trees are simply stunning. We spend free time in the lovely city of Toronto on the banks of Lake Ontario, where you can enjoy a sail, or stroll along the magnificent waterfront. We have included a ‘DELUXE TOUR’ of Toronto which takes in the many different areas and districts of the city and finishes up on the waterfront at the famous CN Tower, where we enjoy an included lunch in the highest restaurant in the World. We also include visits to the pretty town of Niagara on the Lake, Canada’s prettiest town and a two night stay at Niagara Falls. There are many attractions around Niagara for you to enjoy, a MUST is the fabulous Maid of The Mist, which since 1846 has operated boat trips into the mist of the falls – a truly amazing experience. Carol is generally in the office and can answer any queries that you may have and if you happen to bump into Joan ask her all about it, but be warned after listening to us rave about the holiday you WILL want to go.

Holiday Itinerary

Courtyard By Marriott, Sheraton On The Falls – Downtown Toronto #### Falls View Rooms ####

DAY 3: A free day in Toronto.

Located in the heart of the city, this is a first class hotel with excellent facilities.

The beautifully furnished en-suite bedrooms offer lavishly comfortable beds, coffee maker, TV, air conditioning, hairdryer and iron/ironing board. The restaurant offers one of the best buffet breakfast ever seen and is also open for lunch and dinner, whilst the friendly bar area offers a great place to relax and enjoy a drink or snack. Lifts serve all floors and leisure facilities include small lap pool, whirlpool and gym.

Enjoying stunning views of the American and Horseshoe Falls our hotel could not be better situated, and after staying in a Falls View room we could not bear it if you did not benefit from the same. The en-suite rooms offer comfortable beds, coffee maker, TV, hairdryer and iron/ironing board. On the 13th floor you will find the restaurant which also offers amazing views of the Falls, an amazing buffet breakfast and evening meals. Next door to the hotel you will find the Casino, Hard Rock Cafe and Rainforest Cafe.

DAY 1: Morning doorstep pickups as we make our way to Manchester Airport for our 11am flight direct to Toronto. On arrival in we meet our coach and guide / courier and head to the Courtyard by Marriott, Dowtown Toronto. We arrive early afternoon local time and the transfer takes approx. 40 minutes and once settled in you can choose to grab a snack in the bar or a meal in the restaurant.

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be pre booked. Anyone wishing to pre book these trips will just get a little less time in Niagara on the Lake.

We then head to Niagara Falls and our excellent hotel the Sheraton of the Falls, offering stunning views of the American and Horseshoe Falls. As an added bonus we have INCLUDED FALLS VIEW ROOMS. DAY 5: A free day around Niagara Falls.

DAY 6: A free morning / early afternoon before we return to Toronto Airport for our overnight flight back to Manchester.

DAY 2: Morning deluxe tour of the city by DAY 7: We land in Manchester this coach and on foot. Our tour finishes at morning and vehicles will be waiting to the spectacular CN Tower where entrance take you back to your home. is included along with a delicious 3 course THIS HOLIDAY IS PROTECTED UNDER lunch in the highest restaurant in the ATOL 5114 (SUCCESS TOURS) FOR World. After lunch the remainder of the WHOM DAVID OGDEN HOLIDAYS day is free.

ARE ACTING AS AGENTS DAY 4: We leave Toronto and head for Doorstep Pickups Niagara Falls calling en-route at the picture postcard town of Niagara on the PLEASE NOTE: This holiday can only be Lake. Joan and Carol where lucky enough booked direct with David Ogden Holidays to enjoy a helicopter flight over Niagara Falls. If you would like to pre book this Room Only please tell reservations - supplement is Sun Oct 3 7 Days £895 below. They also enjoyed an amazing Jet Single Room £350 Boat trip along the river to the whirlpool, Pre Bookable Extras again not everybody’s cup of tea but an Niagara Helicopter Flight £69 exhilarating journey of your life. Be Whirlpool Jet Boat Trip £35 warned you will get wet, that is actually Maid Of The Mist Boat Trip £8.50 an understatement you will get soaked, Journey Behind The Falls £7.50 so take a change of clothes this can also

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• Personal Travel Consultants • Choice of Departure Points • Free Organiser Places • Low Deposits For Groups • Promotional Assistance • Theatre Tickets, Entrance Admissions, Meals, Cruises, Guided Tours

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