Semple Travel October Magazine

Return Address: JML, PO Box 5576, Glasgow, G52 9AQ

Summer 2014 on sale now Free Child places Low deposits from only £60PP Book early to secure your perfect holiday

Winter Sun from £269PER PERSON page 05

Florida Villas page 14

Cruise from under £50 PER PERSON PER NIGHT page 20

Contents

Summer 2014 page 08

Christmas & New Year page 06

Ski & Lapland page 07

Affordable Dubai page 15

Luxury for Less in Madeira

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Winter Sun

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Christmas/New Year & Long Stay Specials

06

Ski & Lapland

07

Summer 2014

08

Summer 2014 Holiday Sale with Jet2

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All Inclusive Star Buys

12

Lakes & Mountains

13

Florida Private Villas

14

Affordable Dubai

15

Worldwide Offers

16

Canada

18

Cruise Holidays 2013/2014

20

Escorted Cruises

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A World of Experience A big welcome to the October edition of the Stewart Travel customer magazine. As always you’ll find loads of great holiday ideas and hundreds of amazing deals!

Highlights this month include: • Our fantastic low deposit offer for summer 2014. Book today from only £60 per person.

• Hundreds of FREE child places to give away.

Be quick though these offers won’t be around for long!

And if you didn’t know already - Stewart Travel, King World Travel, Classic4Travel and Semple Travel have all joined forces under the new-look Stewart Travel brand. Although our signs may be changing, you’ll still see the same friendly faces inside and receive the same exacting service standards you’ve always enjoyed from us.

As a customer the main benefits of this change is that we can now offer you a wider variety of holidays, cruises, city breaks and much, much more. And our increased buying power means we can bring you even bigger deals and better prices than ever before.

Our bigger team also means we now have more travel specialists and experience on hand. Experts who know what they are talking about, who will answer your travel questions with facts, not guesses, leaving you confident in the knowledge you’re booking a holiday that’s absolutely perfect for you.

There’s no request too small, too big or too far-fetched that we can’t help you with.

Drop in to one of our stores and find out for yourself.

I look forward to seeing you.

Linda Boyd Director of Retail

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LUXURY FOR LESS IN MADEIRA A luxury experience doesn’t have to mean a luxury price tag. Our exclusive five star holiday to Madiera, includes a stay in one of this wonderful islands most prestigious hotels. Relax, unwind and allow yourself to be pampered in this amazing deal on this exuberant Atlantic island off west Africa. A memorable experience.

5* Pestana Grand Hotel, Madeira 7 Nights | Bed & Breakfast | FREE Upgrade to Side Sea View Room | Fly direct from Glasgow

SAVE UP TO £160 PER COUPLE The five-star LTI Pestana Grand is one of Madeira’s most prestigious hotels. It’s also one of its best located, atop the Ponta da Cruz sea-cliff in Funchal, with breath-taking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The hotel is surrounded by magnificent tropical gardens, palm trees, lawns and exotic areas and has the largest outdoor sea water swimming pool on the island as well as spa, Jacuzzi, sauna, Turkish baths and an indoor pool. As you would expect from a luxury hotel it has 177 beautifully appointed rooms, and a wide variety of restaurants including Moroccan, Italian and Portuguese and a piano bar.

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WINTER SUN When the British winter has well and truly set in, there’s only one thing to do - fly away, somewhere sunny and warm. Step off the plane and breathe in the heat, light and colour. Here we round up some of our most popular destinations to escape winter. We have lots more options to suit every budget - from short and long haul, city breaks, or simply a warm weekend in the south-east Mediterranean. Grab yourself a winter holiday deal now.

STAR BUY

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£269

£699

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Benidorm Flying from Prestwick or Glasgow 4* RH Princesa, Half Board Located in the heart of Benidorm, in a relatively peaceful area just a couple of minutes away from the ever popular Levante beach.

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Istanbul & Nothern Cyprus Flying from Edinburgh

Prestwick Glasgow 7nts from 7nts from November £269PP £279PP December £269PP £265PP January £275PP £285PP February £295PP £275PP March £329PP £295PP

November 2013 - March 2014 | 10 Nights Hotel Tria, Instanbul | 3 Nights B&B. Boutique hotel with panoramic scenery of the Bosphorous Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.

3* Sempati Hotel, Kyrenia, Northern Cyprus | 7 Nights Half Board. Family run hotel, west of Kyrenia, only 200m from the beach.

Price based on 12 November 2013. Transfers and in-flight meals included.

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£439

£335

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Tenerife Flying from Prestwick or Glasgow 4* Sol Tenerife, Playa de las Americas Half Board Located right in the centre of Playa de las Americas, facing the sea and offering beautiful views of the beach 200 metres away.

Prestwick Glasgow 7nts from 7nts from November £479PP £519PP December £439PP £459PP January £489PP £529PP February £509PP £529PP March £515PP £519PP

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Lanzarote Flying from Prestwick or Glasgow 4* Santa Rosa, Costa Teguise Half Board Located in the heart of Costa Teguise, 150 metres from the long sandy beach, Santa Rosa provides high quality, comfortable accommodation, with great facilities.

Prestwick Glasgow 7nts from 7nts from November £345PP £339PP December £335PP £335PP January £359PP £425PP February £385PP £369PP

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CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR & LONG STAY SPECIALS In the manic lead up to Christmas, who could blame you for wanting to escape the stresses and strains of the festive period and head for a holiday in the sun. We have a huge range of Christmas holidays available, allowing you to treat you and your family to an unforgettable one this year. Here is a small selection of our short-haul holidays. Ho Ho Ho! Kick off those winter blues and celebrate the festive season in the sun.

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£419

£395

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Costa del Sol Flying from Prestwick

Gran Canaria Flying from Prestwick

3* Riu Costa Lago | All Inclusive in Torremolinos

3* Green Field | Bed & Breakfast in Playa del Ingles

Perfectly located just 150 metres from the sandy beach the Riu Costa Lago is a fun and lively hotel that is within easy distance of Torremolinos’ bright lights and attractions.

22 December 29 December

7nts from £419PP £559PP

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Just 400 metres from the seafront, Green Field is great for couples and groups of friends looking for a relaxed and friendly atmosphere close to the resort centre.

21nts from £749PP £829PP

19 December 28 December

7nts from £395PP £665PP

30 November 04 January

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£509

£345

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Lanzarote Flying from Glasgow

Algarve Flying from Glasgow

3* Guacimeta | Half Board in Puerto del Carmen

4* Luna Alpinus | Half Board in Albufeira

A typical Canarian architecture complex located in the most relaxing and quiet area of Puerto del Carmen, only 5 minutes away from the beautiful Matagorda Beach.

19 December 26 December

7nts from £509PP £779PP

26 November 26 January

25nts from £749PP £835PP

28nts from £865PP £789PP

Located on the outskirts of Albufeira, this modern, bright and airy hotel offers spacious well equipped apartments with excellent facilities making it ideal for that relaxing stay in Portugal.

19 December 26 Decemberº

7nts from £345PP £609PP

19 November 14 February

28nts from £769PP £809PP

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SKI & LAPLAND With over 30 years fine-tuning every element of our ski holidays, we’re confident we’ve got an unrivalled ski experience, to some of Europe and North America’s finest ski resorts. If you’re seeking beauty and experience on an extraordinary scale, Lapland is the place for you. With visits to Santa, reindeer, huskies and snowmobile safaris, it’s a place of unforgettable fun for all ages. Make this a winter holiday to remember.

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From

£616

£548

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St Cristoph, Austria Flying from Edinburgh

Chamonix, France Flying from Edinburgh

4.5* Chalet Hotel St Christoph | Catered Chalet

4.5* Chalet Hotel Sapiniere | Catered

SPECIAL OFFER 2 FOR 1 Ski/Board Hire Available. Saving up to £424 per couple.

SPECIAL OFFER 2 FOR 1 Ski/Board Hire Available.

If you are looking for the confidence of a high altitude, snow-sure resort, on one of the world’s Top Ten ski areas, with the convenience of skiing to and from your own ski room door, then you have come to the right place.

7nts from

Dec £916PP

Jan £716PP

Feb £766PP

Mar £616PP

Apr £966PP

Arguably the best located hotel in Chamonix. The Savoy nursery slopes are literally just over the road from the hotel, from where the Savoy téléski lift whisks you up to the Brévent gondola, to access one of the best intermediate areas in the resort.

7nts from

Dec £808PP

Jan £568PP

Feb £648PP

From

Mar £548PP

Apr £729PP

Family of 3 from

£489

£1382

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Walking in a Winter Wonderland

Santa’s Magic

Inclusive day break departing from 20 UK airports

3 Day Lapland Holiday

Includes: Transfers, Meals, Husky Sledge Ride, Reindeer Sleigh Ride, Snowmobile Ride and a Private Santa Visit.

Includes: Flights, Transfers, Half Board, Husky Sledge Ride, Reindeer Sleigh Ride, Visit to Elves and Igloo Ice Fantasia, Ice Fishing, Snow Hockey, Tandem Skiing, Mini-skidoo rides, Tobogganing and a Family Search and Find of Santa with an Exclusive Private Family Meeting.

Dates throughout FROM ONLY FROM ONLY December 2013 £489 PER ADULT £429 PER CHILD FREE AND HALF PRICE CHILD PLACES AVAILABLE ON SELECTED DEPARTURES

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£1382 FAMILY OF 3

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£1932 FAMILY OF 4

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SUMMER 2014 The early bird really does catch the worm. When you book your Summer 2014 holiday with us save with our range of early-booking deals including free child places and low deposits. What’s more you’ll also ensure you’ll get the widest choice of resorts and best-loved destinations. With year-on-year favourites like Fuerteventura, Benidorm, Turkey and Cyprus offering some fantastic family value, there’s never been a better time to book next year’s sunshine getaway.

STAR BUY Fuerteventura Flying from Glasgow Set in a prime location in friendly Costa Caleta, within walking distance to the nearest beach and resort centre, this hotel offers a great range of facilities.

3* Costa Caleta Hotel All inclusive in Costa Caleta 7nts from £459PP £465PP £639PP £559PP £539PP £539PP

14nts from £645PP £679PP £849PP £769PP £699PP £759PP

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May June July August September October

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£339

£1499

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Ibiza Flying from Glasgow

Benidorm Flying from Glasgow

3* Hotel Tropical | Half Board in San Antonio

4* Aqua Magic Rock Gardens | All Inclusive

Ideal for young people, couples and groups looking to take advantage of Ibiza’s vibrant night life. Breakfast is served until late here.

May June July

7nts from 10nts from £339PP £375PP £419PP £479PP £519PP £645PP

7nts from 10nts from August £485PP £569PP September £399PP £515PP October £359PP £435PP

Close to the beach and with a great pool scene complete with waterslides it’s perfect for families of all ages.

Family of 4

May June July

Family of 3

10nts from 12nts from £1735 £1499 £2149 £1769 £2865 £2429

Family of 4

Family of 3

10nts from 12nts from August £2359 £1999 September £1959 £1589 October £1799 £1549

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SUMMER 2014 FREE CHILD PLACES

LOW DEPOSITS FROM £60 PP

BOOK NOW TO SECURE

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£459

£499

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Menorca Flying from Glasgow

Turkey Flying from Glasgow

3*+ Globales Almirante Farragut | All Inclusive in Cala n Forcat

This hotel offers something for everyone whether you want to soak up the sun in the relaxing gardens which surround the large swimming pool, or be active and take part in the extensive entertainment programme.

May June July

7nts from 14nts from £479PP £699PP £515PP £729PP £655PP £975PP

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7nts from 14nts from August £539PP £819PP September £489PP £669PP October £459PP £695PP

5* Golden Rocks Beach Hotel | All Inclusive in Marmaris

On the beachfront, between Marmaris and Icmeler, this is a great hotel for couples and families who want a luxurious hotel with a great value all inclusive package.

May June July

7nts from 11nts from £499PP £565PP £595PP £735PP £775PP £975PP

7nts from 11nts from August £665PP £799PP September £589PP £665PP October £529PP £619PP

Family of 3 from

Family of 3 from

£1789

£1155

Cyprus Flying from Glasgow

Bulgaria Flying from Glasgow

3*+ Akteon Holiday Village | All Inclusive in Paphos

3* Rose Village Apartments | Bed & Breakfast in Sunny Beach

Located on the seafront in a fabulous location, this hotel has a wonderful atmosphere and excellent range of facilities making it ideal for families.

Family of 3

May June July

Family of 4

14nts from 10nts from £1789 £2095 £1999 £2349 £2775 £2599

Family of 3

A popular choice for families, located in the southern part of Sunny Beach, just 100 metres from the beach and not far from Nessebar town.

Family of 4

14nts from 10nts from August £2295 £2199 September £1935 £2255 October £2265 £2219

Family of 3

May June July

14nts from £1155PP £1299PP £1645PP

Family of 4

14nts from £1479PP £1695PP £2135PP

Family of 3

Family of 4

14nts from 14nts from August £1319PP £1715PP September £1215PP £1595PP

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SUMMER 2014 FREE CHILD PLACES

LOW DEPOSITS FROM £60 PP

BOOK NOW TO SECURE

STAR BUY Gran Canaria Flying from Glasgow In the centre of the resort, this large hotel boasts a great range of amenities and offers a warm and friendly atmosphere ensuring you can sit back, relax and enjoy your holiday to the full.

4* Eugenia Victoria Half Board in Playa Del Ingles May June July August September October

7nts from £489PP £499PP £655PP £565PP £565PP £565PP

10nts from £599PP £625PP £775PP £665PP £679PP £699PP

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£429

£479

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Benidorm Flying from Glasgow 3* Sol Pelicanos Ocas | Half Board

In the heart of Benidorm, offering a good standard of accommodation, the hotels are ideal for families and couples looking for a fun-filled holiday.

May June July

7nts from 11nts from £435PP £515PP £465PP £595PP £629PP £799PP

7nts from 11nts from August £549PP £739PP September £475PP £579PP October £429PP £529PP

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Costa Del Sol Flying from Glasgow 3* Hotel Bali | All Inclusive in Benalmadena

Appealing to both couples and families and in a good location close to both the beach and resort centre and with excellent daytime and evening entertainment you will never be bored here!

7nts from 11nts from 7nts from 11nts from

May June July

£489PP £499PP £629PP

£599PP £649PP £809PP

August £565PP September £529PP October £479PP

£749PP £665PP £619PP

SUMMER 2014 HOLIDAY SALE

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WITH • Exclusive Offer Save up to £75 per Booking • Free Child Places • Low Deposit - Only £60pp to Book • Free 22Kgs Baggage

ADULT PROPERTY - LANZAROTE

4* IBEROSTAR PAPAGAYO IN PLAYA BLANCA - ALL INCLUSIVE

FAMILY PROPERTIES - TURKEY

4* GREEN NATURE RESORT & SPA IN MARMARIS - ALL INCLUSIVE

“Ultra modern hotel with a welcoming atomosphere, situated near luxury marina”

“Friendly & entertaining complex with an amazing selection of facilities”

Adult

Family of 3

7nts

Adult

WAS

NOW*

13 May

£559

£534

03 June

£579

17 July 26 August 16 September

12nts WAS

NOW*

08 May

£724

£699

£554

05 June

£795

£770

£749

£724

10 July

£989

£964

£639

£614

21 August

£859

£834

£655

£630

20 September

£859

£834

ADULT PROPERTY - TENERIFE

14nts

Family of 4

WAS

NOW*

25 June

£2,320

£2,245

04 July

£2,409

31 July

£2,424

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NOW*

23 June

£2,941

£2,866

£2,335

04 July

£3,225

£3,150

£2,349

24 July

£3,396

£3,321

FAMILY PROPERTIES - MAJORCA

4* PARADISE PARK IN LOS CRISTIANOS - HALF BOARD

3* CLUB MAC RESORT & WATERPARK IN ALCUDIA - ALL INCLUSIVE

“Offering High Standards, personal service and spa facilities - A firm favourite”

“Family friendly complex with non-stop activities and unlimited use of Water Park”

Adult

Family of 3

7nts

Adult

WAS

NOW*

18 May

£474

£449

10 June

£518

01 July 26 August 07 September

10nts WAS

NOW*

08 May

£551

£526

£493

05 June

£604

£579

£660

£635

05 July

£754

£729

£613

£588

26 August

£703

£678

£584

£559

04 September

£664

£639

10nts

Family of 4

WAS

NOW*

25 June

£2,297

£2,222

11 July

£2,374

31 July

£2,497

10nts WAS

NOW*

30 June

£2,958

£2,883

£2,299

11 July

£2,874

£2,799

£2,422

31 July

£2,974

£2,899

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ALL INCLUSIVE STAR BUYS An all inclusive holiday means a care free holiday. With our fantastic deals, you can really relax, knowing we’ve created your perfect package with just about everything covered in the price. Meaning you won’t have to worry about all those unexpected extras which can put a strain on your budget. Below is a small selection of the huge variety of great value all inclusive holidays to the most popular destinations, right across the world.

Club Med All-Inclusive packages include: • A selection of return flights and resort transfers • Spacious ensuite accommodation with the choice of Club, Deluxe and Suite rooms that can be interconnected and prebookable • Gourmet meals and snacks, specialty restaurants with waiter service • Unlimited alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks including cocktails day and night • Over 60 water and land sports including tuition and equipment • Children’s Clubs from 4-17 years including activities and teen spaces. *(Clubs for 4 months to 3 years at extra cost) • Great evening entertainment

Two great Summer 2014 offers

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£524

£757

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Portugal Flying from Glasgow

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Turkey Flying from Glasgow

Da Balaia, Portugal | 7 nights | All Inclusive

Palmiye, Turkey | 7 nights | All Inclusive

A red clay cliff looking out over the Atlantic Ocean, in the Algarve.

The Resort’s new look, courtesy of Didier Gomez, enhances the experience of total well-being. The restaurant’s vast windows flood the dining areas with light. Emphasis on relaxation and fun, with a brand new lounge round the swimming pool. A perfect decor for fabulous evening entertainment.

Close to Antalya, Palmiye nestles around a vast beach between the wild peaks of the Taurus mountains and the warm, sparkling blue sea.

A vast array of land and sea sports awaits, with something for all ages.

A dreamlike place to unwind and put yourself in the expert hands of the Club Med Spa by CARITA* staff, the Resort offers a wealth of places to explore in a sun-drenched land at the gateway to the Orient.

Price based on 17 May 2014

Price based on 27 May 2014

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LAKES & MOUNTAINS A relaxing holiday soaking up the views of stunning mountain scenery or lunch on the shores of a picturesque lake can be just the tonic to recharge the batteries and leave the stresses of everyday life behind you for a few days. Walking holidays in the midst of the Italian Lakes or through Alpine summer meadows can be a truly rewarding experience.

Included in your holiday: • Daily buffet breakfast with hot option • Free packed lunches • Free afternoon tea & freshly baked cake • 5 course evening meals with a choice of menu plus vegetarian option • Pre-dinner aperitif, choice of complimentary wines throughout dinner, tea/coffee & chocolates • Free Wi Fi access in lounge area

From

From

£632

£489

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Austria, Lech Flying Direct from Edinburgh

France, Chamonix Flying Direct from Edinburgh

Chalet Hotel Montfort 4 Grade | 7 Nights | Half Board Plus

Chalet Hotel Sapiniere 3 Grade | 7 Nights | Half Board Plus

A blend of traditional style with modern facilities. The dining-room is light and airy, and the lounge/bar is typically Austrian in style, perfect for afternoon tea, pre-dinner canapés or post-dinner drinks.

Set in a quiet and convenient location, just 5 minutes’ walk from Chamonix’s attractive centre with its wide range of shops and facilities, the Sapinière is ideally placed for an Alpine summer holiday.

June July

May £489PP June £559PP

£632PP £699PP

August September

£659PP £659PP

FREE LECH SUMMER ACTIVE CARD

July August

£659PP £689PP

September £529PP

FREE CHAMONIX VALLEY CARD

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From

£729

£639

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Switzerland, Saas Fee Flying Direct from Edinburgh

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Italy, La Villa Flying Direct from Edinburgh

Chalet Hotel Ambassador 4 Grade | 7 Nights | Half Board Plus

Chalet Hotel Pigher | 7 Nights | Half Board Plus

The welcoming Ambassador offers the classic Chalet Hotel mix of excellent food and wine, friendly and professional service from our own dedicated staff, and a relaxing, informal atmosphere.

Attractively designed in traditional local style with lovely light and airy rooms, fresh colours and light wood panelling, the hotel offers a warm welcome in an ideal location.

June July

June July

£759PP £799PP

August September

FREE SAAS FEE RESORT CARD

£779PP £729PP

£649PP £749PP

August

£639PP

BOOK EARLY

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FLORIDA PRIVATE VILLAS 2014 Fantastic deals, choose from a range of stunning 3 & 4 bed villas. Our beautifully appointed 3 and 4 bedroom villas on Highland Reserve and Sandy Ridge the ideal place for your holiday in Florida. Choose from a range of stunning villas in the perfect location for all parks and shops. Great family value!

Highland Reserve 3/4 Bed Villas with Private Pool 14 Nights | Fly From Glasgow Choose the specific Villa you want from a range of 3 and 4 beds. Here we’ve highlighted the 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home which caters for six guests comfortably. The villa is equipped with everything you will need during your stay including all modern appliances. The home has a sitting room, dining room for six and a family room with TV, DVD and CD stereo system.

The bedrooms consist of one king room with en-suite bathroom and two twin rooms. Outside you’ll find your own east facing pool and sundeck with stunning views.

Family of 3 from

£3385

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Family of 3 from

£3385

£3385

£4399

£4439

£3385

Family of 4 from

£3999

£3999

£5245

£5285

£3999

Family of 5 from

£4635

£4635

£6089

£6135

£4635

Includes Car hire with Gold Insurance, Complimentary Additional Driver & Free Upgrade

Sandy Ridge 3/4 Bed Villas with Private Pool 14 Nights | Fly From Glasgow Sandy Ridge Villas are a range of beautiful 3 and 4 bedroom homes with private pools. Choose your own villa, like the 4 bed, 3 bath for up to 8 guests. This one story home features a living room, family room, a formal dining area that seats 6 and a fully equipped kitchen with separate breakfast nook. The master bedroom has a king size bed and an en-suite bathroom with both shower and bath tub. It also has direct access to the garden.The other bedrooms consist of a queen room and two twin rooms. Internet access is available within the home for guests to use. Outside you’ll find your own south facing pool and spa that backs onto conservation offering extra privacy. There is also a covered lanai area with ceiling light, patio furniture and sun loungers.

Family of 3 from

£3449

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Family of 3 from

£3449

£3449

£4548

£4589

£3449

Family of 4 from

£4065

£4065

£5395

£5435

£4065

Family of 5 from

£4699

£4699

£6245

£6285

£4699

Includes Car hire with Gold Insurance, Complimentary Additional Driver & Free Upgrade

AFFORDABLE DUBAI

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Flying direct from Glasgow with Award Winning Emirates One of the world’s most luxurious destinations is fast gaining a new reputation - for affordable holidays.

Travellers to Dubai are finding that there are now plenty of chances to enjoy this Emirate’s glamour and excitement without paying the earth. And with Emirates now flying direct from Glasgow twice a day, it’s never been easier to reach this jewel in the desert.

DID YOU KNOW? Dubai is ranked the second world’s most popular destination for shopping after the United States.

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From

£869

£789

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Price based on 07 Nov 2013

Price based on 07 Nov 2013

5* Movenpick Jumeirah Beach

4* Radisson Blu City Hotel

4 Nights | B&B | October - December 2013

4 Nights | Half Board | October - December 2013

The award winning 5-star Mövenpick Jumeirah Beach Hotel is located in the heart of the chic Jumeirah Beach Residence area of Dubai, UAE, a short stroll to the Arabian Gulf beautiful beaches.

Close to the city’s business district lies the Radisson Blu. This charming contemporary hotel offers clean, spacious rooms accompanied by courteous service and a good range of amenities.

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From

£799

£729

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Price based on 07 Nov 2013

Price based on 07 Nov 2013

5* Hilton Dubai Creek

4* Marina Byblos

4 Nights | B&B | October - December 2013

4 Nights | B&B | October - December 2013

The Hilton Dubai Creek is a stunning looking hotel with its glass and steel façade, located on the banks of the Dubai Creek in Dubai’s Deira district.

The Marina Byblos lies in the heart of the Dubai Marina and is perfect for those seeking a stylish, affordable base close to both the sand beaches of Dubai.

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WORLDWIDE OFFERS From the unspoilt beauty of Mauritius to the colourful atmosphere of Thailand, our worldwide team have crafted a range of handpicked holidays to some of the most select and exciting destinations across the world. And because we regularly travel to our locations, we know the hotels, attractions, and transfers to suit every type of traveller. Take a holiday to remember, a custom- made holiday designed around you.

STAR BUY Grenada Sandals La Source 02 June – 11 July 2014 | All Inclusive An exotic, unspoiled hideaway, Sandals LaSource Grenada will offer guests a romantic, authentic Caribbean vacation while providing the Luxury Included® amenities and exceptional service that have come to be associated with the Sandals Resorts experience.

Features:

• Just minutes from the airport • 9 restaurants, including a Sandals first - a steakhouse • 3 pools plus 2 river pools • State-of-the-art fitness center and spa • A total of 75 professional butlers suites • Ultra luxurious Millionaire, Rondoval and Skypool suites

NEW RESORT

£1549

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South Seas Premium Room with Veranda Tranquillity Soaking Tub from only

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£1069

£799

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USA Golden Triangle

St Patrick’s Day Boston

01 January 2013 - 31 March 2014 | 9 Nights Flying from Glasgow 3* Mayfair Hotel Los Angeles | 2 Nights

14 March 2013 | 4 Nights | Bed & Breakfast Flying Direct from Glasgow 3* Holiday Inn Boston

Standard Room, Room Only.

3* Excalibur Las Vegas | 5 Nights Towering Room, Room Only.

3* Whitcomb Hotel San Francisco | 3 Nights Standard Room, Room Only.

Just minutes from the action of downtown Boston, this hotel is within walking distance of the city’s best attractions and is located south of Boston, near Samual Adams Brewery.

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From

£799

£629

Christmas Shopping In New York

Christmas Shopping in Toronto

14 November 2013 | 3 Nights | Bed & Breakfast Flying Direct from Glasgow 3*+ Broadway Plaza Hotel

08 November 2013 | 3 Nights | Room Only Flying Direct from Glasgow 2* Hotel Bond Place

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This popular hotel offers guests a great base from which to explore all that Manhattan has to offer, plus the fabulous shopping street of 5th Avenue is close by. Centrally located on Broadway and 27th Street, this hotel enjoys modern, spacious guestrooms and friendly, welcoming staff.

Located in the heart of downtown Toronto at Yonge and Dundas Square, the Bond Place Hotel Toronto is steps away from attractions such as the Theatre District, Eaton Centre, dining and other local area attractions.

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£1269

£949

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Mauritius

Thailand Twin Centre

01 May - 20 June 2014 | 8 Nights | Half Board Deluxe Ocean Room Flying from Glasgow 5* Centara Grand Azuri Resort Hotel

01 May - 30 June 2014 | Flying From Glasgow 3* Cha Da Hotel, Bangkok | 3 Nights

Located in Haute Rive, on the northeast coast of Mauritius and 25 kilometres from the capital city of Port Louis, Centara Grand Azuri Resort & Spa Mauritius (planned to open in December 2013) enjoys a superb location on the sands of a beautiful beach with a sparkling lagoon. includes 30kgs luggage allowance.

Superior Room, B&B.

3* Loma Resort & Spa Pattaya | 8 Nights

Standard Room, Room Only.

Includes 23Kgs Luggage Allowance.

UPGRADE to 4* Hotels from £68pp / 5* Hotels from £193pp

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CANADA 6 DEL EX ST U C A X L LU R A E R USI XU LL OC VE RY IN KI CR CL ES UI US & SE IVE

Few places on earth offer such diversity as Canada. The world’s second-largest country has an endless variety of landscapes that can only be described as epic. Creating your perfect Canadian holiday can be daunting, especially as we know that most people visiting this massive country want to make the most of their trip. We make it simple for you. We’ve been sending people on unforgettable holidays to Canada for over 30 years. Our Canada team are true Canadian specialists – passionate about Canada, with a wealth of knowledge of this fascinating country.

Deluxe Rockies & Alaska Cruise Departs 13 May 2014 | 14 days Fly from Glasgow A fantastic holiday experience, featuring the world famous Rocky Mountaineer and an Alaska cruise on board the 6* All Inclusive Regent Seven Seas Navigator. Enjoy GoldLeaf service on the Rocky Mountaineer before embarking on your cruise and experiencing the legendary service of Regent Seven Seas. With your shore excursions included you will see the best of Alaska in style!

Highlights – Return scheduled flights – 6 nights, 5* hotel accommodation – 2 day rail journey on the world famous Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service

– FREE excursions including Summit helicopter ride – Banff Gondola – Columbia Icefield and Ice Explorer ride – FREE - ALL shore excursions on Regent Seven Seas Navigator – Deluxe suite on board Regent Seven Seas Navigator – 7 night, ALL INCLUSIVE, 6* Regent Seven Seas cruise

- all meals, entertainment, all drinks, all shore excursions

– $300 spa treatment per suite on cruise

From

£5999

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FLY DRIVES, ESCORTED TOURS, ALASKA CRUISES & MORE! VISIT THE CANADA SPECIALIST IN YOUR LOCAL BRANCH FOR MORE GREAT DEALS

Best of Both – Canada West & East Departs May – September 2014 | 12 Days This trip of a lifetime combines three great Canadian Provinces.

Marvel at the majestic Rocky Mountains, the world famous Rocky Mountaineer and vibrant Vancouver, before heading east to dynamic Toronto and the unforgettable Niagara Falls.

Highlights

From

£2599

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Based on 14 May 2014

– Return flights from Glasgow – Departure and Arrival Tax – Coach Transfer Calgary to Banff – 2 nights accommodation in Banff – Sightseeing Tour Banff to Jasper – Columbia Icefield Glacier Adventure – 2 nights accommodation in Jasper FREE upgrade to 1 bedroom suite – 2 Days on board the award winning Rocky Mountaineer in RedLeaf Service - includes 2 Breakfasts and 2 Lunches, and overnight hotel in Kamloops.

– 3 nights accommodation in Vancouver

– FREE upgrade to a 1 Bedroom Suite – Full day tour to Victoria and Butchart Gardens – Vancouver Island – Free Vancouver City Tour – Flight from Vancouver to Toronto – Full day tour to Niagara Falls includes Hornblower Cruise – 3 nights accommodation in Toronto – CN Tower admission – Airport transfers in Calgary, Vancouver & Toronto

Discover Toronto & Ottawa Departs May - September 2014 | 7 Days A fantastic twin centre holiday! 4 nights in Toronto and 2 nights in the capital city of Ottawa! And a full day excursion to Niagara Falls.

Includes flights from Glasgow, 4 night hotel stay in Toronto & 2 night hotel stay in Ottawa.

Itinerary Day 1 - Arrive Toronto Full day to explore this dynamic city.

Day 2 - Toronto Join a city tour including the CN Tower. Visit Toronto downtown including the charming Distillery area.

Day 3 - Toronto Full day to Niagara Falls incl Hornblower Cruise Day 4 - Toronto to Ottawa VIA rail trip in business class. Complimentary drinks, snacks and 3 course lunch. Arrive in Ottawa and explore this beautiful, elegant city.

From

£1439

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Based on 08 May 2014

Day 5 - Ottawa Enjoy a morning cruise on the Rideau Canal, a World Heritage Site. Join a tour or explore the city independently.

Day 6 - Ottawa to Toronto VIA rail trip to Toronto, business class.

Complimentary drinks, snacks and 3 course lunch. Arrive back in Toronto Day 7 - Toronto Some last-minute shopping, sightseeing before transfer to airport for flight home.

All prices subject to availability & confirmation at time of booking. Prices may change at any time. Savings apply to bookings made before 31 October 2013.

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CRUISE HOLIDAYS 2013/2014 We want you to love cruising as much as we do, so we make sure we offer cruises to suit every taste, holiday preference and budget. We have new promotions arriving daily such as free onboard spending money, free cabin upgrades and early booking benefits from all the major cruise lines. And there’s nothing we enjoy more than tailoring our fabulous cruise itineraries with land stays to ensure you’re cruise holiday is perfect. Contact our cruise experts for a great deal today.

STAR BUY Mediterranean Cruise & Sorrento Stay 14 Nights | May - June 2013 (Jul-Oct available soon) On board MSC Spendida | Flying from Edinburgh 1nt Stay in Naples FREE Cruise – Naples - Sicily - La Goulette - Barcelona - Marseille Genoa - Naples Stay 6 nights in Sorrento

NEW & EXCLUSIVE TO STEWART TRAVEL

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Las Vegas & California Dreaming

Malaga Stay & Canaries Cruise

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! 14 Nights | 12 March & 03 Apr 2014 On board Grand Princess | Flying from Glasgow

11 Nights | November - February 2014 On board Norwegian Spirit | Flying from Glasgow

Stay 3 nights in Las Vegas Cruise – San Francisco - San Diego - Ensenada - Long Beach Santa Barbara - San Francisco Stay 3 nights in San Francisco Transfers are not included these are optional at extra cost.

Stay 2 nights in Malaga FREE Cruise – Malaga - Barcelona - Casablanca - Funchal - Lanzarote - Malaga

UNDER £50 PER PERSON PER NIGHT Price based on 07 December 2014. Transfers are not included.

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STAR BUY Tenerife Sunshine & Canaries Cruise 14 Nights | November 2013 - March 2014 On board MSC Armonia | Flying from Prestwick Stay 7 nights ALL-INCLUSIVE on board from just £20pppn Cruise – Tenerife - Gran Canaria - Madeira (overnight) La Gomera - Tenerife

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Venice Stay & Grecian Splendours Cruise

Central Mediterranean

10 Nights | May - September 2014 On board NCL Jade | Flying from Edinburgh

15 Nights | 08 May 2014 On board Adventure of the Seas | Sailing from Southampton

Stay 3 nights in Venice Cruise – Venice - Corfu - Santorini - Mykonos - Katakolon - Venice

Cruise – Cadiz - Barcelona - Nice - Florence/Pisa - Rome - Sardinia - Gibraltar - Lisbon

Itinerary may vary depending on date

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ESCORTED CRUISES ES FU CO LL RT Y ED

NOT AVAILABLE ANYWHERE ELSE!

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Cruise the Rhine to Switzerland

Scandinavia & St Petersburg

12 Days | 12 June 2014 On board MPS Lady Anne | Sailing from Newcastle

13 Nights | 10 August 2014 On board Black Watch | Sailing from Rosyth

Free Coach Pick Ups From Ayr, Dundee, Stirling,Glasgow, Edinburgh, East Kilbride & Hamilton

Oslo - Copenhagen - Helsinki - St Petersburg (overnight) Stockholm (overnight) FULLY ESCORTED FREE COCKTAIL PARTY ON BOARD FREE COACH FROM AYRSHIRE & GLASGOW

FREE EXCURSIONS WORTH £181pp • Koblenz Cable Car • Ehrenbreiststein Castle • Rudesheim Highlights • Rudesheim By Night • Speyer Highlights • Heidelberg Highlights • Strasbourg Canal Cruise • Alluring Alsace • Black Forest & Rhine Falls

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Fjords, Mountains & Glaciers

France, Spain & Guernsey

10 Nights | 16 September 2014 On board Boudicca | Sailing from Greenock

11 Nights | 03 September 2014 On board Black Watch | Sailing from Rosyth

Alesund - Olden - Flam - Bergen - Eidfjord FULLY ESCORTED FREE COCKTAIL PARTY ON BOARD FREE COACH FROM AYRSHIRE

Le Havre - Guernsey - Bilbao - Hendaye - La Rochelle - Lorient FULLY ESCORTED FREE COCKTAIL PARTY ON BOARD FREE COACH FROM AYRSHIRE & GLASGOW

River Cruise Event / 22 October / Mercure Hotel, Ayr / 1pm - 4pm • Presentation from The River Cruise Line experts • Informative Q&A session • Exclusive booking incentives • Tea/Coffee & sandwiches Contact us for your free tickets today

We’re part of one big happy family As part of Stewart Travel, one of the UK’s leading travel groups, we’re members of an amazing family of travel companies with a huge range of great travel products. From golf breaks to cruises and once-in-a-lifetime Canadian adventures to memories that will last a lifetime in unforgettable Lapland – all our travel businesses provide the same levels of experience, passion, product knowledge and care for our customers.

Run by golfers for golfers, Golf Kings specialise in golf holidays to Spain, the Algarve, Turkey, and here in the UK.

Call 0845 850 1052.

Imagine cosy log cabins, crackling campfires, secret grottos and fairy lit village, and Santa rides on his present-stacked sleigh. We offer a fantastic range of holidays for all the family.

Call 0844 693 1246.

SkiKings From beginners to experts skikings offers great value ski holidays to a huge range of ski resorts across Europe, North America and Canada. Our Ski Team, all skiers know all our destinations well and can help you take advantage of the other activities that a ski holiday has to offer, from shopping to excursions.

Call 0845 601 8993.

All offers are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are based on 2 adults sharing, unless stated. Cruise offers exclude discretionary daily service charge payable on board or in advance and auto gratuity charges payable on board. Please call us for full terms and conditions on each offer. Prices correct at time of print 23 August 2013.

Please note that all prices in this brochure are lead in prices and may increase depending on availability and pricing supplied by airlines, hotels and tour operators.

SAVE £50 PER COUPLE Must be booked by 30 November

• Low Deposit - Only £60pp To Book

• Daytime Flights

• Fully ABTA & ATOL Protected

• Free 22Kgs Baggage

Please present this voucher when booking.

Offer is for 2 adults on a single booking. Cannot be used with any other offer.

SAVE £75 PER FAMILY Must be booked by 30 November

• Low Deposit - Only £60pp To Book • Free Child Places • Fully ABTA & ATOL Protected

• Free 22Kgs Baggage

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Offer is for Family of 3 or more on a single booking. Cannot be used with any other offer.

For more great deals visit us at 139 Kirkintilloch Road Bishopbriggs Glasgow G64 2LS

0141 762 3939 www.sempletravel.co.uk