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second edition of Newell’s TRAVEL News. In this issue our experts share their experiences and knowledge. Skiing or river cruising, we hope this gives you informed inspiration when choosing your next holiday. PLUS we have two great competition prizes to be won.
Louise Hillier Editor
D I A R Y D AT E S Newell’s Travel Show 13th March 2016
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SKI GUIDE - An experts insight into a ski holiday
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AMERICA - Musical tour of the Midwest
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PORTUGAL - A relaxing river cruise TRAVELLING ON YOUR OWN CLIMBING KILIMANJARO
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TRAVEL SHOW PREVIEW
Hall for Cornwall, Truro
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FLYING FROM NEWQUAY & EXETER
Lake Garda
Portofino, Florence Sorrento & the Bay Undiscovered & Tuscany of Naples Italy – Puglia
8 days from £509 Flying direct from Newquay – 29 Jun, 5 Oct 2016 8 days from £839 Flying direct 8 days from £569 Flying direct 8 days from £969 Flying direct Exeter – 1 Jun, 21 Sep, 28 Sep 2016 from Newquay – 29 Jun, 5 Oct 2016 from Exeter, 24 May & 13 Sep 2016 from Exeter, 24 May & 13 Sep 2016 This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy Exeter – 1 Jun, 21 Sep, 28 Sep 2016 If anywhere might justifiably be described Take in Italy’s sun-kissed ‘high heel’. a stay on the sun-blessed shores of this, Italy’s largest and most spectacular lake.
Tour highlights
Seven nights’ bed and breakfast
accommodation at the Hotel Modena, Malcesine – a range of 21 hotels in four resorts are available at a supplement Return flights to Italy Return airport-to-hotel transfers The services of a friendly, experienced resort based manager
Discover and explore one of the Med’s most exclusive corners.
Tour highlights
A week’s stay in one of Tuscany’s most celebrated spa resorts Discover elegant Santa Marguerite Ligure’s stunning bay Pay a visit to chic Portofino Pisa and Lucca, two Italian gems Spend a day in Florence Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager Seven nights’ three-star half-board
as ‘holiday heaven’, this exquisite corner of Italy, a long-time favourite of Newmarket guests, is it.
Tour highlights
Seven nights’ bed and breakfast
accommodation at the Villa Angelina in Sant’ Agata – a range of nine hotels in two resorts are available at a supplement Return flights to Italy Return airport-to-hotel transfers The services of a friendly, experienced resort based manager
hotel accommodation, return flights and transfers
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Discover the UNESCO-listed wonders of Matera’s sassi cave dwellings The white walls of hilltop Ostuni See Alberobello’s Trulli houses A day at leisure on the Adriatic coast Discover Baroque treasure-chest Lecce Visit the Basilica di San Nicola in Bari Explore the beautiful Gargano peninsula on a panoramic tour Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager Seven nights’ four-star half-board touring hotel accommodation, return flights and transfers
These holidays are organised & operated by Newmarket Air Holidays Ltd. ABTA V7812. ATOL protected 2325. Subject to availability. Single supplements apply. Price based on a twin share room.
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Don’t knock it till you’ve tried it!!!!
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kiing is one of those holidays that so many people say “Oh no! I don’t fancy that’’ and then once they have tried it they are hooked. Imagine the fresh mountain air and scenery that takes your breath away, coupled with cosy hotels with log fires and a glass or two of warm Gluwein what’s not to love? So if you fancy hitting the slopes or just spectating, I urge you to give it a go. The cost of a ski holiday isn’t always as it first seems, as there are a lot of extras you have to include. On top of the cost of the flight and accommodation you will need to add ski packs. Ski packs can include lessons, boot hire, helmet hire and lift pass. If you are a beginner you will need a full ski pack including everything and these are sometimes offered at a cheaper rate. Experienced skiers often have their own equipment, so may only need to purchase a lift pass. Accommodation ranges from selfcatering apartments, hotels and catered chalets where all your food and drink is included. Good travel insurance is also very important when skiing - for obvious reasons. First time skiers don’t have to be super fit before you go, although it does help if you have a certain level of fitness to make the most of the experience. I would advise going to a dry ski slope a couple of times before you travel, this means that you won’t have to waste time while in the resort learning how to put the boots on, etc and you can then head straight for the nursery slopes. A couple of lessons at the dry slope will have you snow ploughing and at least learning how to stop, always an advantage! Lessons are usually four hours a day and as a beginner this means you can progress quite quickly. You will be in a group of the same ability and will probably spend the first couple of days on your backside, laughing uncontrollably. It really is a lot of fun and when you start to master the skiing it is such an amazing feeling, you will feel so proud of yourself! Families will find childcare and ski kindergarten available in all resorts, this means if the parents are experienced skiers they can leave the children to learn to ski and go off on their own. Very young children can be taken care of in nursery-style settings and as they get older they will be doing more and more skiing. It is very frustrating how quickly children learn and end up being better than their parents who have skied for twenty years! Families wanting to learn together as well as parents who want to stay with the children in ski school are also well catered for. As your skiing improves you will move up the mountain to the more challenging slopes. This can feel daunting at 4
first, but the ski instructors are so good they are always with you and won’t push you into doing things you are not happy with. Many people who have skied for years still have ski school to improve their technique and also to learn their way around the mountains. There are many bars and restaurants all over the mountains which makes stopping for a well-earned rest easy. The restaurants at the top of the mountains or right on the slopes tend to be expensive but often worth it for the views and convenience. One of the best things about skiing is the Après Ski, skiing down to the bottom of the mountain after a tiring day and having a beer in one of the numerous bars and chatting about your adventures. Skiing is a very sociable holiday. Non-skiers can also enjoy the mountain experience. It is important to pick a resort with lots going on during the day such as walks, swimming pools, sleigh rides and shopping. Many resorts have evening activities if you have the energy; these include ice skating, night skiing, tobogganing and snow tubing. So if you want a holiday that will leave you more exhausted, excited and elated than you have ever been in your life, why not give a skiing holiday a go? You won’t be disappointed!!! Rachel Gill Manager of Saltash Branch
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TOP TIPS January and February can be extremely cold so good quality ski gear and lots of layers is important. March and April can be very sunny, so don’t forget the high factor sun block and t-shirts as layers that you can strip off. If your ski boots are really uncomfortable keep taking them back to change them until you get a pair that feels right - it can make all the difference. Take more than one pair of gloves, as they will always be wet at the end of the day. Try and get as much food included in the cost of your holiday as ski resorts can be expensive and you won’t always feel like going out to look for food. Take some lighter clothes and flip flops if you are staying in a hotel as they are so well heated and insulated you will be very hot.
Ski Bulgaria from £295pp RESORT RECOMMENDATIONS
› Direct Flights from Bristol Airport › Excellent Value For Money In Resort › Learn to Ski Packs from £127pp › 20kg Luggage Included › Non Euro Destination
BEGINNERS AND FAMILIES Bulgaria- Bansko and Pamporova Austria – Kirchberg, Mayrhofen and Soll Lapland – Levi and Yllas Andorra – Soldeu and Arinsal INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED France- Three Valleys Ski Area Austria – Obergurgl and Zell am Zee Canada – Whistler and Banff USA – Breckenridge NON SKIERS Austria – Zell am Zee France – Chamonix Switzerland – Verbier Lapland – Levi and Yllas
Price based on 30th Jan 16 departure for 7nts from Bristol staying at the hotel Mura, Bansko on B&B 2 adults sharing. Prices and availability are correct at the time of going to print and may be subject to change.
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or any music fan a trip to “Music City” and Gracelands is the ultimate experience, and for me this really was the best trip ever! I grew up listening to Elvis Presley and country music so when I started working in travel, I thought someday I will make it to Nashville, especially as my Nan, a great fan, never got there, so I was determined to go for her as well as myself! Never in a million years did I think that Newell’s TRAVEL and Trafalgar Holidays would give me this opportunity and I grabbed it with both hands! We flew into Nashville, for a 2 night stay and as soon as we landed, I knew I would love it and love it I did! Nashville won my heart with the amazing music resounding from the “Honky Tonks” to the Country Music Hall of Fame featuring the great Dolly Parton and Taylor Swift. We had a brief but amazing experience at RCA Studio B where we recorded an Elvis Classic and even bumped into a few Nashville TV Stars along the way. This truly was a great start to the trip and I was thoroughly excited to see what came next. 6
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Day 3 was our trip to Gracelands. For years I’ve seen documentaries and images of what this house looks like and I was concerned that, in reality, it might not live up to my expectations. No worries there! It beat all my wildest dreams. I took a fake bouquet of Nan’s favourite yellow roses and placed them at Elvis’s Memorial Garden and my nan Marie finally reached Gracelands. For myself, this was an emotional trip and greatly anticipated but for several of my fellow travellers, who were not fans, the whole experience actually overwhelmed them and by the time they left, they were converted. Gracelands has that something that will leave you feeling - WOW!! With nights in Natchez and Memphis we ended our tour in New Orleans – the home of Jazz and Blues, with the city vibrating to the sound of music. For me this trip was an amazing experience and I came back not only saying “I’ve been, but with people that started as strangers and ended as good friends”. Carley Gower Manager of Helston Branch 7
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A Relaxing River Cruise in Portugal
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n September I was given the opportunity to experience, first hand, how it feels to be on a Titan holiday. This started right from my front door, as Titan include VIP home transfers on all of their trips. I was headed for Portugal and the River Douro where I was to board The Spirit of Chartwell. This just happened to be the exact same vessel Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II sailed on during her Diamond Jubilee pageant on the Thames. On arrival in Porto, we were met by our very knowledgeable Titan representative and transferred straight to the port to embark this unique vessel, to enjoy a welcome cocktail with the evening at leisure to settle into our cabins. The Spirit of Chartwell has a beautiful sun deck where you can enjoy the fabulous views of the River Douro, passing sleepy villages and tranquil countryside, while enjoying the
lovingly prepared meals; you never go hungry during this cruise! The following morning after our leisurely breakfast we enjoyed a city tour of Porto ending up at a local Port Wine Cellar to sample some of the famous Port, then back aboard our floating home we watched the scenery drift pass while chatting to the other guests over a pre-dinner cocktail. During our relaxed four day cruise on the River Douro we passed stunning scenery, the steep terraced vineyards that this area of Portugal is renowned for, visited many fascinating Palaces, Gardens and Museums. The on-board lecturer gave very informative talks about the River and its history. All in all a superb relaxing experience, one which I shall never forget. Thank you Titan. Megan Beland - Falmouth Travel Consultant
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CITY Verona Opera Break 5 days from
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The holiday prices above may be subject to change, refer to the specific departure date featured, and will be confirmed at time of booking. £979 for Verona Opera Break refers to 04/7/16, £1249 for Salzburg & The Sound of Music refers to 04/10/2016, £599 for Walking the Delightful Dales refers to all date May to October 2016, £999 for the Best of Lake Garda will be for 9/5/2016, £799 for Cruising Seine Valley will be for 19/10/2016. Prices are based on flights from London, Leeds or Newcastle flights are available at a supplement on selected tours. Calls from landlines to 0800 numbers are free, call charges from mobiles will vary. Prices correct at time of print. Total protection – all our holidays are ATOL and ABTA protected. Data Protection: Just You is part of All Leisure Holidays Ltd. For further information, please see the Just You Privacy Policy at justyou.co.uk/customer-support/privacy-policy/
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ 880-guest cruise ship Boudicca, will be operating her first cruise season from the Port of Falmouth in Spring 2016. The appealing combination of convenience and value offered by Fred. Olsen makes the decision to use your local port and sail from Falmouth an easy one. On a Fred. Olsen cruise, they encourage you to head off on a journey of discovery in every destination. There are more places to see in the world than anyone could fit in one lifetime and with Fred. Olsen there’s no harm in trying. CANARIES & PORTUGAL SPRING BREAK
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12th April 2016 • 12 nights • D1604
24th April 2016 • 10 nights • D1605
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Ask for further information including prices & special offers *Free drinks & tips offer: only applicable on 2016/17 departures. Only available on cruises of durations of 5 to 35 nights inclusive and excludes cruise W1610 and Grand Voyage sectors. Bookings must be made between 2nd December 2015 and 2nd March 2016. Offer cannot be applied retrospectively. Free tips are non-refundable, non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash. Offer not combinable with 3 for 2 offer. Offer only combinable with Freedom Fares.E&OE
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Return flight from Exeter airport to Friedrichshafen† Airport taxes and return transfer to the hotel 7 nights stay at the 3 star Hotel Sport, Klosters, with breakfast and 4-course dinner Excursion on Bernina Express line from Pontresina to Poschiavo Day excursion on the Glacier Express from Chur to Andermatt, visit to Lucerne and boat cruise on lake Free time in Poschiavo and St Moritz A local summer discount card for free use of ALL cable cars and rail line from Klosters to Davos and Filisur
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Summer in the AuStRiAn MountAinS St. Anton
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Mountain pine air you could bottle and sell, glacier fresh beer, scented meadows, a history of music and mad kings, houses painted as optical illusions – discover alpine Austria with this Omega 8 day break including flights and transfers, excursions and 4 star hotel with dinner and breakfast. AntHonyS LiFE & StyLE Return flight from Exeter airport to Friedrichshafen† HotEL, St Anton 7 nights half board at the 4 star Sport Hotel, St Anton am Arlberg At A SuPPLEMEnt Airport taxes and return transfer from the airport to your hotel Excursions to Lindau and Lake Bodensee, Linderhof and oberammergau
To book please contact your local branch of Newell’s Travel or call 0800 008 7411 Organised by Omega Holidays plc, ABTA V4782. ATOL Protected 6081. Single supplement applies. Subject to availability. †We have included a reasonable budget for your flights. Should the cost of these fall below or rise above this amount we will amend the holiday cost to reflect these changes and therefore the price may increase or decrease accordingly. The final price will be confirmed at the time of booking. The advertised prices are correct as of 7 January 2016.
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botany lesson too as you pass many areas of the commonly known ‘Everlasting Flower’ and patches of lichen. In the wetter seasons, there will be even more bright flowers to feast your eyes on. En route, you stay in five campsites – Simba, Kikelewa, Mawenzi Tarn, Kibo Hut and Horombo. Each campsite offered amazing views, especially when you were above the cloud line. The majestic peaks of Mawenzi; dominating the skyline reminded me of the Dolomites. ast approaching my big 40, I decided I needed a Our support team were amazing and nothing was too ‘challenge’! Next thing I know, I had signed myself much trouble. In total, there were nine of us in my group. up to climb Kilimanjaro, which is something I never We had a total of 34 staff looking after us. Charles was our imagined myself doing! Head Guide, ably supported by Mr Brown, Attilio (A.T), I sit here now, a week after said trip with a huge sense of Beltram and Gasper. Our cook, Trofil kept our bellies full pride & achievement. Yes, I made the summit (Uhuru Peak) each day with a varied selection of dishes ranging from fish with six other fellow trekkers. Undoubtedly the toughest & chips to African banana stew! The rest of the team were thing I have ever undertaken, and there were moments when made up of all the porters who carried our equipment and I could have turned back! On reaching the summit, the tears worked tirelessly to ensure each campsite was ready for us came, and my legs were ready to go on strike, however the when we arrived each day. They would speed past us on the awe-inspiring views and sense of comradery has left me with trails, skipping over the rocks, each carrying up to 20kg on memories that will last a lifetime. their backs/heads! I chose the shorter ‘Rongai’ route which ascends The summit day is without doubt the toughest. We left Kilimanjaro from the north eastern side of the mountain. Kibo Hut at midnight in order to reach Gilmans Point for The route retains a sense of unspoilt wilderness, and I was sunrise. As you ascend, you look back down the mountain pleasantly surprised at how much more scenic it was then and you see a sea of head-torches slowly making their way I was expecting. The terrain was varied, and there were to the summit; each person having their own specific reason decent paths at the lower levels, and as you go higher, the for partaking in such a trip, and most importantly a positive paths tend to disappear and you are weaving your way mental attitude to keep pushing onwards and upwards. between the rocks, although these are easy to navigate. A On the final day, we left Horombo Camp after a lovely climb up Kilimanjaro isn’t just a physical challenge, it’s a ceremony from the guides and porters – the singing was harmonious. Our moods were high. Our last trek took us through some beautiful rainforest, where, if you are lucky, you could see monkeys playfully swinging through the trees; the large branches and foliage offering some welcome shade from the African sun. On arriving at the Park Gate, I kicked my boots off to examine my feet; just one blister and a slightly purple nail, so all in all not Please visit or call your local branch of Newells Travel for more information bad! A well-earned beer was CULTURE • TREKKING • CYCLING • FAMILY • WINTER ACTIVITIES • WILDLIFE • POLAR called for!
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Sailing from Bristol Avonmouth – 21st March 2016 – 7 nights This special Easter Cruise is a wonderful showcase of some of the delights of Scotland. Discover dramatic coastline, picturesque harbours. IG grade cabin £349pp • OG grade cabin £499pp Springtime in the Azores & Madeira (R602) Sailing from Bristol Avonmouth – 28th March 2016 – 15 nights Escape the crowds in search of warmer climes on this voyage South to some of the most beautiful Atlantic Isles. IG grade cabin £749pp • OG grade cabin £899ßpp British Isles Discovery (R603) Sailing from Bristol Avonmouth – 12th April 2016 – 9 nights Beautiful Landscape, rich heritage and interesting cultures are waiting to be discovered on this circumnavigation of the British Isles. It’s a wonderful opportunity to step ashore on our more remote islands, visit far-flung towns and villages. IG grade cabin £769pp • OG grade cabin £1069pp Scottish Islands & Faroes (R604) Sailings from Bristol Avonmouth – 21st April 2016 – 9 nights This unique cruise itinerary takes you to beautiful and remote Scottish Islands together and the stunning Faroese archipelago. Enjoy the dramatic scenery as you look out for bountiful wildlife. IG grade cabin £769pp • OG grade cabin £1069pp
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Sailing from Bristol Avonmouth – 17th October 2016 – 14 nights Four contrasting Atlantic islands beckon on this wonderful autumn escape South to warmer climes. This delightful voyage has time at sea to relax and unwind yet promises a host of exciting experiences. IG grade cabin £939pp • OG grade cabin £1299pp Amazon, West Indies & Azores (P702) Sailing from Bristol Avonmouth – 5th January 2017 – 39 nights Vast swathes of jungle, home to extraordinary tropical plants and an abundance of colourful wildlife. Amazonia will undoubtedly be the highlight of this magnificent adventure. IG grade cabin £2629pp • OG grade cabin £3659pp
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CLOSING DATE: 15th MARCH 2016 Holiday Details • 7 night holiday for 2 adults and up to 4 children (aged 17 and under), or 4 adults at a European parc of your choice in the 2016 Eurocamp brochure, subject to availability. Eurocamp reserves the right to exclude certain parcs • This prize is only applicable to Classic Tents, Classic and Esprit range holiday homes • Holiday must be completed on or before 9th July 2016, or taken on or after 31st August 2016 and completed by 1st November 2016 • Prize includes bed linen & beach towels for all party members • Eurocamp reserves the right to change date and parc exclusions at any point • Groups may not be permitted on certain parcs • The prize is subject to Eurocamp Booking Terms and Conditions, which can be viewed at www.eurocamp.co.uk/terms or in the current copy of the Eurocamp brochure • The prize is subject to availability, non-transferable and no cash alternative is offered Ferry Crossing Brittany Ferries in conjunction with Eurocamp will provide a return cross channel sailing for up to 5 passengers, a standard vehicle (up to 5m long by 1.83m high) on any route operated by Brittany Ferries to France. Valid for travel until 31st December 2016 and is subject to availability. Excludes on board accommodation and travel insurance. The prize is valid for the services mentioned and cannot be exchanged in part or whole for cash.
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N ew Sta ff Newell’s TRAVEL now have 11 branches throughout Cornwall & Devon and are proud to be the largest independent agency in the South West. In order to facilitate our clients requests we have had to recruit new staff simply to keep pace with the level of enquiries. Our expertise is continually growing and in 2015, we were delighted to welcome the following new staff members to our “family”:
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NEW W ebs i t e As part of our re-branding at Newell’s TRAVEL, we have launched our new updated website. The new site is fully responsive, so you can now access it on your phone, tablet or computer. For your next holiday, we have lots of offers and information we hope will inspire you when choosing your next destination. Happy Browsing!
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he Newell’s TRAVEL Holiday Show attracts more and more visitors each year. Why? Because over 40 tour operators attend to pass on their expertise. You can chat one to one with specialists in their field, gaining valuable knowledge on worldwide destinations which will inspire you in your choice of holiday. Don’t forget admission is free and there are Show offers, raffle prizes and the chance to win one of the Star Prizes – a Fred. Olsen cruise for 2 or a St Lucia luxury holiday for 2 – just by visiting the Show! This is our 28th annual Show and for the past 8 years has been held at The Hall for Cornwall, Truro regarded as the premier entertainment centre for Cornwall. Car parking is easy, as there are several multi-storey car parks within a short walk from The Hall for Cornwall not to mention public transport into Truro. So why not join us on Sunday 13th March, between 10.30am & 3.30pm, at the one and only Travel Show of its kind in the South West.
IN HOUSE CINEMA PRESENTATIONS Time 11.00 11.30 12.00 12.30 13.00 14.00 14.30 15.00
Featuring Round the World with Great Rail Journeys Secrets of Mauritius Cruising from Falmouth in 2017 Memories are made by what you do on holiday Fascinating, Luxury Escorted Tours and River Cruises to all 7 continents Africa – Wildlife and Wonders Norway – the World’s most beautiful voyage The best of the USA
Presented by Great Rail Journeys Beachcomber Holidays Fred. Olsen Cruises DoSomethingDifferent Collette African Pride Hurtigruten US Airtours
Features & presenters correct at time of print
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