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TRAVEL NEWS Issue 9

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For those of you who attended our 30th anniversary Travel Show, thank you, and despite the snow – yes, SNOW in March – it was an amazing success. Now to matters in hand, Issue 9 of Newell’s News is full of interesting features, including many reports from staff that have experienced a familiarisation (FAM) trip courtesy of our splendid tour operators. My staff receive weekly training sessions to keep them abreast of the ever changing travel industry so that they can provide you with up-to-date information relating to destinations around the world. FAM trips are part of this educational process because there is nothing as good as first-hand experience of a destination. Departing from a local airport or holidaying close to home is very popular for many people, especially for families so page 3 is dedicated to local departures from Newquay and Exeter, pages 10 &11 family breaks in Cornwall, pages 14 & 15 looks at the beautiful island of Jersey and our exclusive London weekend on page 23. As usual we have our normal “gossip” column on page 23. I hope you find this issue interesting, informative and a jolly good read.

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Winter Long stay Holiday Departing from Newquay 10th January for 28 nights Staying in the ever popular and favourite resort of Benidorm. We have chosen the 3* Rosamar Hotel to include full board meals, luggage and return airport/hotel transfers. All for £1199pp sharing a twin/double room. Hotel features include a restaurant and bars, swimming pool, spa, reading room and TV lounge. In the heart of the New Town area, 350m from the sandy Levante beach with restaurants, bars and shops within 200m.

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Autumn Breaks in the Algarve from Newquay or Exeter Just a couple of examples for you to be tempted by. The beautiful historic town of Tavira is less than 25 miles from the airport and we have chosen the 4* Vila Gale Tavira hotel. For example, flying from Exeter on 13th October for a quick 4 night break based on bed & breakfast and including return airport/hotel transfers would cost £435pp sharing a twin room. However, if you wanted to go for a week and fly from Newquay on 6th October you can stay at the same hotel and include hold luggage this time for £719pp sharing a twin room.

Winter long stay and Autumn breaks - feature many choices of alternative hotels and resorts, so if you want to upgrade to a 4* hotel or would prefer to stay in the Old Town area of Benidorm, or the busier resorts of Vilamoura or Albufeira (to name but a few) you only have to contact your nearest branch for details and prices. Prices are based on 2 sharing bed and breakfast, very limited availability and subject to reconfirmation at the time of booking. Offers may be amended or withdrawn at any time without prior notice. Terms and Conditions apply. E&OE

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ourtesy of the Canadian Tourist Office, I was lucky enough to join a party of travel agents on a familiarisation trip (FAM) to the Vancouver area of Canada. Before my visit, I thought Vancouver would be somewhere you would spend a few days as part of a tour or pre-cruise, however, now I would certainly recommend it as a holiday in itself because there is so much to see and do. A good idea is to buy a hop-on-hop-off tram ticket as it will take you to most of the tourist sites. The City itself has many different areas - my two favourites being Gastown, which is the oldest area and has lovely traditional buildings and Granville Island which has been created from old warehouses. There are now numerous stores selling local and homemade goods and best of all it features the Vancouver Foodie Tour. There is a choice of four and I went on the Market Tour. You have a culinary expert who takes you to various stalls and stores trying produce including Artisan bread and bagels, charcuterie, cheeses, speciality teas, chocolate and, of course, varieties of Maple syrup and doughnuts. Another of Vancouver’s main attractions is Stanley Park. Here you can hire a bicycle, ride on a horse drawn carriage and visit a fantastic aquarium. In the summer locals use it as their beach resort and there are many walking paths and interesting features such as a lighthouse and totem poles. Two of Vancouver’s most popular tourist attractions are Grouse Mountain and Capilano Suspension Bridge. You can 4

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explore the temperate rainforest with or without a guide. On Grouse Mountain you can take the Skyride up the mountain. Vancouver is a great base for exploring other areas. In two hours you can be in Whistler with amazing scenery of lakes and mountains and amazing skiing during the winter months. You might prefer a cultural excursion and visit one of the First Nation sites and learn about Canada’s origins. It is also possible to visit Vancouver Island on a day trip, although I would recommend a stay here too, if possible. Victoria has many impressive buildings and a walking history tour is very interesting. Butchart Gardens is another impressive attraction and amazing to think it was built on the site of an old quarry. Finally, I visited Vancouver Lookout at Harbour Centre, with its spectacular 360° view of Metro Vancouver, the majestic North Shore Mountains and Vancouver Island just off the Pacific coast. The experience starts as you climb the outside of the building in an exterior glass elevator where, in 40 seconds, you are whisked from street level to the observation deck. Upon arrival, 167m above sea level, you are looking down on one of the most beautiful cities in the world. As an overview, Vancouver is an amazing place to holiday or as a stopover. If departing on a cruise from here you can be picked or dropped off at the airport with your luggage and taken on one of the organised tours which I think is a great idea. Vancouver, I will see you again! Kerry Brown - Travel Consultant, Tavistock

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ave you ever considered a city break to Malaga? I hadn’t until I was given the opportunity, courtesy of Kirker Holidays. On arrival, we made our way to our hotel, the Gran Hotel Miramar - an absolutely beautiful 5 star hotel in the perfect location, set on the seafront with some amazing views. The hotel was once used as a field hospital during the Spanish Civil War and, until 1987, the headquarters of Malaga’s law courts. Malaga is home to some extraordinary sites and museums, one in particular that stood out was the Picasso Museum. 200 pieces of Picasso’s art is exhibited covering 80 years of his work from 1892 to 1972. On our trip, we took a lovely walk along the seafront and around the historical centre where you will find the vibrant shopping area, local restaurants, bars and various types of entertainment. We then made our way to Madrid, travelling on the high speed AVE train from Malaga – this took 2 hours 30 minutes. The train station in both Malaga and Madrid are very easy and well sign posted. Our hotel for the next 2 nights was the NH Palacio de Tepa, a lovely 5 star hotel, set in the centre with some of the best bars and restaurants on the doorstep, along with a 5-10 minute walk to Mercado de San Miguel, one of the most amazing markets I have ever seen! Here, they sold fresh fish, cheese, meats, chocolate, wine, beer, cocktails, you name it they sold it! There were stalls with freshly made calamari, anchovies, paella, huge stuffed olives and vegetarian options also – a great place to visit and grab some lunch, the atmosphere was just phenomenal. There is another market, a lot like San Miguel, called Mercado San Anton. This market was much quieter and a lot cheaper, San Anton is where the locals go to 6

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get their meats, seafood, cheeses, etc. We went on a fantastic and very interesting walking tour of the historic quarter of Madrid, strolling through the narrow, cobbled streets and visiting the remarkable cathedrals. On our last night, we went for a yummy meal at the Corral de la Morería and watched flamenco dancing, what an experience! I highly recommend watching flamenco dancing when visiting Spain, it was so powerful, emotional and incredibly entertaining – such a treat and a great way to end our fabulous trip. Malaga and Madrid has something for everyone, plenty of history and culture, beaches (Malaga) and beauty. A perfect destination organised by Kirker Holidays, specialists for the discerning traveller. Charlotte Knight – Travel Consultant, Kingsbridge

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atalie Hurst and I were delighted beyond belief to receive an invitation from Royal Caribbean Cruises to join a privileged group of travel agents to the launch of Symphony of the Seas from Barcelona and enjoy a 2 day taster. When the largest cruise ship ever built came in to view, the whole coach let out a collective ‘WOW’ she was immense. Walking on board felt like stepping into a shopping centre. There are 7 neighbourhoods to accommodate the 6,600 passengers, including a leafy Central Park, the perfect place to stop for a cooling drink and watch the world go by, a Boardwalk entertainment area with sports, gaming machines, a full sized Carousel and hot dog stand. Fitness and relaxation are also catered for in the Vitality Spa and Fitness Centre. This 18 deck masterpiece has 7 complimentary restaurants, as well as 12 speciality dining restaurants such as Japanese and Jamie Oliver’s Italian, which carry a supplement. There is a full sized ice rink which hosts shows as well as ice skating lessons, a diving Aquatheatre which comes alive at night with a brilliant show by the Aquanation Acrobats, high divers and synchronised swimmers. There is also a full sized theatre which puts on full Broadway productions and, at the time of our visit, we saw “Hairspray”, what a toe tapping 90 minutes of fun! The thrill seekers amongst you will love the 10 storey Ultimate Abyss Slide – I had a bit of a wobble when it was my turn but I took the plunge and I’m glad I did! There are also 3 water slides, 4 pools and 11 hot tubs, some in the adults’ only solarium area, as well as the surf simulating FlowRider. Kids are well looked after too, with the amazing kids club and dedicated kids splash zone. Our cabin was a Balcony cabin, with ample space for 4 8

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people – the sofa bed converted to a double bed, if needed, perfect for families. However we didn’t spend more than 30 minutes in our cabin apart from to sleep! There is so much going on all over the ship. From pub quizzes to wine tastings, to live music on the Royal Promenade, you will never be bored! The ship has some really great innovations, such as the first Laser Tag at Sea, the first Escape Room at Sea, and the Bionic Bar, where you tap in your order on a tablet and the robotic arms mix and serve your drink for you. It was such a privilege to be able to experience this amazing ship. Normally you go on cruises to see different destinations, but Royal Caribbean have changed the game – Symphony of the Seas IS the destination. Debi Phillips – Senior Travel Consultant, Liskeard

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Staycation Breaks

love a short break, any excuse, anytime, birthday or bank holiday!! I love caravans or lodges and if there’s a hot tub it’s a bonus! Don’t get me wrong, I love my exotic overseas holidays too but, just for a battery recharge and a family or friends get together, nothing beats a local holiday park. I love (think I’ve already said that!!) travelling within an hour’s drive, we’re lucky enough to live in Cornwall (Gods county my boss and partner both say). Hoseasons offer different parks and locations to suit all tastes and budgets, some with an array of family favourite facilities and others with fishing lakes or country walks to suit a quieter breakaway. Here are some sites I love!! Piran Meadows close to Newquay but set in the countryside Great restaurant and bar (no fruit machines just pool tables and a small bowling alley), spongy bottom swimming pool, adults only spa, “Go Active” programme for older children with rock climbing and football areas, water jet area for young children and a play park and all on a smartly laid out site with caravans/lodges for all budgets, I love it here. I’ve been with family, with friends in the winter, at Christmas (enjoyed a top of the range lodge with hot tub slept 8 in 4 bedrooms - didn’t want to leave!) and for a 50th Birthday Girlie break. My son loves doing the archery here, great instructors, knowledgeable and fun. You even get a glass of bubbly on arrival what’s not to love! Sandymouth near Bude I’ve been here several times and always loved it but in 2017 it had a major refurbishment so can’t wait to return. It’s under the same management as Piran Meadows so promises some superb changes. Sandymouth has beautiful views from the site sweeping down to the north Cornish Coast and situated in the countryside about 3 miles from Bude. Excellent outdoor Pirate Boat/park for children. It’s a modern complex with restaurant/bar and 10

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indoor swimming pool. Another “upmarket” feeling site, all caravans are spaced out well with neat gardens and parking areas. Mullion Holiday Park near Mullion on the beautiful Lizard. This park is great for family fun holidays. Indoor and outdoor swimming pools, huge entertainment room with lots going on every night with bingo, live acts and children’s favourite characters and games. There’s a big arcade and a family restaurant. Good shop with bike hire. Caravans and chalets to suit everyone, fun all the way! Also love.... Hengar Manor near Bodmin. This site provides lodges, apartments and caravans - some with hot tubs. Great walks, fishing and huge indoor pool keeps everyone entertained. Ducks on the terrace every morning!! Gwel an Mor looking over North Coast at Portreath. This is a luxury lodge only site with smart indoor pool and terrace restaurant. Hendra Holiday Park near Newquay. This park offers amazing facilities for families; huge indoor and outdoor swimming pools with slides, Segway hire, skate park, play park, massive entertainment complex with bar, restaurant, arcade and programme of activities. To top it all, only minutes from the stunning local beaches. Looking forward to my next Hoseasons.... Kay Willis – Manager, Hayle

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aving never visited any of the Caribbean islands before, I was delighted to join a Funways Holiday FAM trip with a group of lucky travel consultants to Grand Cayman. My first impression on arrival was that we were all definitely in for a great visit just from the welcome we received at the airport. The main tourist area is Seven Mile Beach which, as expected, has a beautiful long stretch of sandy beach which is brilliant for all sorts of water sports such as windsurfing, jet-skiing, scuba diving and paddle boarding in fantastically warm and crystal clear waters. Set behind the beach are plenty of cafés, bars and restaurants ranging from fast food outlets to gourmet cuisine, so plenty of choice. Set behind the main beach road is a new shopping and restaurant 12

development called Camana Bay which is a great place to do a little retail therapy and alfresco dining. Just a short drive or taxi ride from Seven Mile Beach is George Town the island’s capital, which is a designer shoppers’ paradise. Downtown George Town is where you will find most of the high end jewellery shops as well as a few interesting and unique stores ideal for souvenir hunting. We were lucky enough to be treated to some of the activities on offer in the Cayman Islands and I can’t honestly say which was my favourite! The helicopter ride around the island was so exhilarating especially as I had never been in a helicopter before and to see the island from above was fantastic, it gave a real perspective of Seven Mile Beach and the lagoon. The submarine trip from George Town provided some amazing views of the marine life in the area and watching turtles glide by at 100 feet under water was really tranquil. One of the main attractions was Stingray City where we interacted with these amazing creatures, another first for me! We also managed to visit the famous Crystal Caves where,

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Top Tips * legend has it, Blackbeard the Pirate stashed his ill-gotten gains which are yet to be found. Apparently, there are still an estimated 100 caves to be uncovered. I did keep a look out for gold doubloons without success! Grand Cayman is also home to the Queen Elizabeth Botanical Gardens which is well worth a visit especially if you enjoy horticulture. Pedro St James is the historic old seat of government of the island, which is a fascinating place to visit to learn of the island’s colonial past. Finally, at the end of the day there is no better place to relax than Rum Point and enjoy a barbeque whilst watching the sun set over the Caribbean Sea. I’m really grateful to Funway Holidays for showing me what a great destination Grand Cayman is, for couples and families alike, and I fully intend to return one day with my own family. Dave Rowley – Travel Consultant, Falmouth

Make sure you experience Stingray City – an amazing experience and chance to interact with the amazing sealife around the island.

* Use the Catamaran Cruise to Rum Point and enjoy the fantastic sunset whilst enjoying an amazing Barbeque. • Tax free shopping – get your designer brands at lower prices than at home. • Tipping – 15% is always added to the bill automatically, similar to the USA. • When booking your hotel keep with bed and breakfast as there are so many fantastic restaurants to try.

Interesting Facts

1. The Cayman Islands have a total population of approximately 55,000, only about half of these are of Caymanian descent. 2. The national flower is the Banana Orchid which is a unique species to the 3 islands. 3. The islands were sighted by Christopher Columbus who named them “Las Tortugas” after seeing huge amounts of sea turtles and the mythical Tortuga featured in the Pirates of the Carbbean films is based on the Cayman Islands. 4. The Cayman Islands were the birthplace of Scuba diving which was introduced in 1957. 5. Grand Cayman plans to have 365 dive sites, one for every day of the year, they already have sites for all skill levels. 6. The famous Seven Mile beach is actually only 5.5 miles long, the average winter water temperature here is 27ºC. 7. One of the most celebrated events on the island is Pirates week which this year is from 8th to 12th November, they have fishing tournaments and a mock pirate invasion from the sea! 8. Seafood is the main cuisine on the islands which is understandable with the proximity of the sea, the islands have also embraced the cooking process of Jerking. 9. If you rent a car they drive on the same side of the road as us which makes exploring the islands a little less complicated. 10. The total size of the three islands is 100 square miles.

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was so excited to be invited by Premier Holidays to join a group of travel agents on their FAM trip to Jersey in April. I was lucky enough to fly from Exeter Airport which is just a 90 minute flight, with a touchdown in Guernsey. On arrival, our first taste of this wonderful island was a visit to St Brelade’s Bay where we walked along the stunning coastline with super views of the bay to Fisherman’s Chapel, built of local granite dating back to Norman times. This is where the fishermen used to gather and pray before setting out to sea. St Brelade’s Bay is a large crescent shape with gently sloping southern facing sands and where the Golden Sands Hotel and the L’ Horizon Beach Hotel are situated. Both hotels have fantastic views of the sea in a tranquil setting and the bay is celebrated for its clean bathing and water sports. The capital of Jersey, St Helier, has the famous Pomme d’Or hotel, overlooking the harbour which provided a prime site for the German Naval Headquarters during WW2. It overlooks Liberation Square where crowds of islanders gathered to welcome the British Fleet that came to liberate the island. A trip to the Jersey War Tunnels tells a compelling story of 14

islanders under occupation during WW2. It is definitely worth a visit to experience the life of an islander during this time. Everyone is given an ID card and at the end of the tour you can find out what happened to that person. Jersey is definitely a foodie paradise. A vast choice of fabulously fresh sea food caught around the shores is a delicacy and that’s not the only local produce. Jersey produces its own fruit, vegetables, beef, pork and even cheeses. The local milk from Jersey cows is really creamy and not forgetting the Jersey Royal potatoes. These used to be called Jersey Flukes until Queen Victoria visited the island and enjoyed them so much they were re-named Jersey Royals in her honour. A great place to enjoy the sea food is the Crab Shack at St Brelade’s Bay. The shellfish are cooked to perfection and the service is great. Another interesting day out is Jersey Zoo which had its name changed to the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust. Gerald Durrell spent a lifetime committed to saving rare species from extinction and died in 1995 but his work at the Trust is continued by his widow. Premier Holidays gave me the opportunity to explore this fantastic island which has something for everyone and I shall certainly be returning to enjoy more of what this beautiful island has to offer. Rachel Higgs – Manager, Liskeard

Interesting Facts: • The largest of the Channel Islands, but still only 14km long by 8km wide. • The best months to visit are May to September. • Jersey prints its own money and still has a £1 note. • Jersey issues its own stamps. • Tennerfest Food Festival – enjoy six weeks of great meals at fixed prices from 1st October to 11th November 2018. • Battle of Flowers - Jersey’s annual August carnival, brings together a spectacle of hand flowered floats, entertainment and an array of costumes that creates a superb carnival atmosphere over 2 days – 9th & 10th August 2018.

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ith Braemar bringing you closer to five squares. Be sure to be back on board Braemar on the captivating cities, you’ll have chances to final night of the festival to enjoy unspoilt views of the immerse yourself in the quintessential spectacular midnight fireworks display – an experience cultures, customs and traditions to remember for years to come. of Spain and Portugal. A host of Elsewhere in Spain, you’ll also dock Spain, Portugal with highlights will be within walking close to the heart of charming Cádiz Seville Fair distance of your ship’s docking and laid-back La Coruña. In Cádiz, location in each destination, a typically Andalusian ancient maze including the annual Feria de of narrow cobblestone streets, alleys Abril festival in Seville – the pièce and picturesque squares await your de résistance of this incredible exploration; on foot you can seek12-night cruise. out highlights such as Torre Tavira, Spending two days in Seville Plaza de España and traditional at one of the best times of tapas bars. Alternatively, opt to tour the year to visit the stunning to nearby Jerez, for delicious sherry Andalusian capital will be simply and fantastic equestrian art. La unforgettable. Unlike larger Coruña is a delight for sightseeing ships, smaller-sized Braemar can too; a compact Old Quarter, 6th May 2019 – Braemar – 12 Nights sail the beautiful Guadalquivir impressive promenade and From Southampton River straight into the city and plethora of landmarks – including Lead in prices: dock close to the enchanting the iconic Torre de Hercules – are Inside room £1499pp Parque de Maria Luisa and iconic among many attractions here. This Outside room £1799pp Plaza de España, so you’ll be Galican gem is also your gateway Balcony room £2799pp in the heart of the action here. to the magnificent Santiago de Suite room £3399pp Splendid attractions such as Compostela cathedral. On the the Real Alcázar and the grand, Portuguese leg of your adventure, UNESCO-listed Gothic Cathedral are within easy Braemar will bring you closer to two cities that are sure reach of your convenient docking location, though to delight. There’s Lisbon, the picturesque Portuguese the highlight of your special extended stay is sure to capital, with its quaint backstreets, fascinating museums be Seville’s spectacular annual festival. You can soak and impressive maritime monuments; and Oporto, on up the jubilant atmosphere of Feria de Abril with the tour from Leixoes, where you can explore the enchanting friendly locals and watch horse-drawn carriages and second city’s UNESCO-listed historic centre and visit flamenco dancers parade through the streets and world-famous port wine cellars.

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2019 Premium All-Inclusive

River Cruises · · · · · · ·

Freedom, choice xxxxx and flexibility! All-Inclusive full-board arrangements Buffet-style dining with show cooking All-Inclusive full drinks menu all day Superb SPA-ROSA facilities* & gym Modern, well-equipped cabins Vast outdoor deck with pool or whirlpool, deck games and outdoor bar and barbecue Included and optional guided excursions

elcome to the wonderful world of A-ROSA, a collection of Premium All-Inclusive holidays that marry discovery and exploration of many of Europe’s most scenic corners with the fun and enjoyment of life aboard some of the most contemporary and stylish river-cruise vessels afloat. With changing landscapes, historic cities and some fascinating ports to explore, and ships offering chic accommodation, flexible, free-style dining arrangements and a host of activities aboard or ashore, this really is the very best of river cruising – A-ROSA-style!

Contemporary river cruising, your way!

Your choice of wonderful cruises... Newell’s T R AV E L N E W S Flying direct from Bristol The Glorious Rhine

The Lower Rhine, Holland & the Bulbfields 5 Days – 23 Mar 2019

from £769

Dutch Waterways & the Lower Rhine 8 Days – 23 Oct 2019

from £1,359

Classic Rhine Cruise to Switzerland 8 Days – Jun to Sep 2019

from £1,519

Board your A-ROSA ship in Cologne for a holiday taking in all the great sights of the classic, UNESCO-listed Middle Rhine, and exciting calls that include Alsace capital Strasbourg, elegant Swiss Basel, Black Forest gateway Breisach, and colourful Koblenz. The ‘Blue’ Danube

Classic Danube Explorer 8 Days – Apr to Oct 2019

from £1,499

Prague & the Danube Explorer Cruise & Stay 11 Days – Apr to Oct 2019

from £1,749

Danube Discoverer 6 Days – 20, 25, 30 Oct 2019

from £1,559

Rhône & Saône

The Rhône, Burgundy & Provence 8 Days – Apr to Oct 2019

from £1,309

Rhône to the Mediterranean 8 Days – 6, 20 Jul 2019

from £1,739

The Seine

Paris, Normandy & the Delights of the Seine 8 Days – Apr to Oct 2019

from £1,259

Visit your local Newell’s TRAVEL to book or call:0800 008 7411 Newmarket Holidays Ltd. ABTA V7812. ATOL 2325. Subject to availability. Single supplements apply. Standard phone charges apply. Prices vary depending on departure airport and date. Prices are correct at time of going to print. *SPA-ROSA treatments payable at discount on board.

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Inspiring destinations… Authentic experiences… Surprise yourself on a Saga holiday

Escorted tour of the Greek Islands

Escorted tour of Japan

Crete and the Cyclades

Japan: Land of the Rising Sun

14 nights from £1609* per person

12 nights† from £3899^ per person

Flying from Bristol

including optional travel insurance underwritten by Great Lakes Insurance SE, UK Branch, or a reduction of £50 if not required. Cover is subject to medical questions.§

including optional travel insurance underwritten by Great Lakes Insurance SE, UK Branch, or a reduction of £65 if not required. Cover is subject to medical questions.§

Escorted tour of Costa Rica

River cruise in Germany and Austria

The Jewel of Central America

A Danube Sojourn with Prague

15 nights† from £2499** per person

7 nights from £1149^^ per person

ALL INCLUSIVE

ALL INCLUSIVE onboard • Flying from Bristol

including optional travel insurance underwritten by Great Lakes Insurance SE, UK Branch, or a reduction of £65 if not required. Cover is subject to medical questions.§

including optional travel insurance underwritten by Great Lakes Insurance SE, UK Branch, or a reduction of £30 if not required. Cover is subject to medical questions.§

For more information, or to book call into your nearest Newell’s TRAVEL Terms and conditions apply. *Crete and the Cyclades: Price per person based on two people sharing on Sep 27, 2018 departure with flights from Bristol to Heraklion with the charter services of TUI Airways. Other departures available Jun-Oct, 2018. Holiday code: CT270. ^Japan: Land of the Rising Sun: Price based on two people sharing on Nov 3, 2018 departure with flights from Bristol to Tokyo Narita with the scheduled services of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. Other departures available Sep-Oct, 2018 flying from Bristol. Holiday code: FE085. **The Jewel of Central America: Price based on two people sharing on Jun 12 and Sep 18, 2019 departures with flights from Gatwick to San Jose with the scheduled services of British Airways. Domestic flights from Bristol may be available as part of Saga’s VIP door-to-door travel service. Other departures available Sep 2018-Nov 2019. Holiday code: UH010. ^^A Danube Sojourn with Prague: Price based on two people sharing an E grade twin cabin on Oct 31, 2018 departure aboard the FIlia Rheni II, with flights from Bristol to Vienna, returning from Prague, with the scheduled services of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. Holiday code: DA224. Prices are subject to availability and must be confirmed at the time of booking. †Includes one night aboard aircraft. §A reduction applies if you do not need the optional travel insurance and additional cancellation rights – please call for details. Saga holidays are for anyone aged 50 and over (a travelling companion maybe 40 and over). Saga’s holidays and cruises are exclusively for the over 50s (but a travelling companion can be 40+). Saga Holidays is a trading name of ST&H Ltd (registration no. 2174052). ST&H Ltd and Saga Cruises Ltd (registration no. 3267858) are subsidiaries of ST&H Group Ltd (registration no. 0720588). All three companies are registered in England and Wales. Registered Office: Enbrook Park, Sandgate, Folkestone, Kent CT20 3SE. With respect to general insurance products sold in the UK, ST&H Ltd is an appointed representative of Saga Services Limited, registered in England and Wales (company no. 732602), which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. For more information about financial 22 protection and the ATOL Certificate, visit www.atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificate NHA-GH8518.

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news Yet another Award!

o add to our burgeoning trophy cabinet, we have been honoured with yet another Award! At The Travel Network Group’s (TTNG) cruise conference held in Birmingham on Sunday 20th May at The Forest of Arden Hotel, 7 of our Cruise Ambassadors, together with Nick Pritchard, our Cruising Manager, were delighted to receive the “Cruise Club Member of the Year” award. From the photograph you can see how proud and excited Nick and the team were to accept the award from Gary Lewis, the Chief Executive Officer of TTNG. We have made great inroads in developing our knowledge on all things cruising to provide our customers with professional and up-to-date advice. We now have a Cruise Ambassador in each of our 11 offices who are all working towards completing the Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) level 3 training programme which will result in them achieving CLIA’s Master Status accreditation. This fact has been recognised and applauded by TTNG and we are grateful for their support and confidence in our ability to develop our cruising knowledge.

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London Weekend

23rd November 2018 – 3 days/2 nights

4 Star Central Hotel - Bed & Full English Breakfast Just £225pp* Only £50pp deposit to book

ur popular pre-Christmas weekend break returns to give you another chance to soak up the capital’s Christmas atmosphere with festive lights, famous department store window displays, Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland and the Southbank Christmas Markets stalls. Enjoy London’s famous sights, amazing shopping and top West End shows! If you require any excursions we can book them for you, for example Thames River Cruises, the London Eye, the View at the Shard, Hop-on-Hop-off Sightseeing Tours to name but a few.

Itinerary in Brief:

Depart the South West during Friday morning to arrive in London by midafternoon. Enjoy 2 nights at the popular 4* Holiday Inn Regents Park, just a 10 minute walk from Oxford Street. Full English Breakfast is included each morning. Depart the hotel at 2pm on Sunday to allow for more time to enjoy the delights that London has to offer. Return to the South West to arrive mid-evening with a refreshment stop en route in each direction. Terms & Conditions apply: Prices are based on 2 sharing a room. Subject to availability. *Single supplement £130 applies. Terms and Conditions apply. E&OE. Pricing and information correct as of 13.06.18. 23

*Book early and save up to £150 per passenger on selected departures and cabin upgrades when you book on or before 14th August 2018

A New Approach to River Cruising Five-Star Danube Cruise 8 Days from £1,395pp Departing between 9th May 2019 and 25th Sep 2019 It’s all included in the price… and it’s exclusive to Great Rail Journeys

Aboard the state of the art Amadeus Queen, which comes replete with its own swimming pool amongst other cutting-edge facilities, experience the magic of the blue Danube from the elegance of Imperial Vienna, to the twin-cities of Buda and Pest. Step back in time to the eras of the Ottoman Empire and the Kingdom of the Habsburgs, all whilst enjoying the surroundings of your ultra modern and comfortable cruise ship. There are also lots of included opportunities to taste specialties of each region you sail through, completing a cruise that is a real treat for the senses.

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Escorted throughout your cruise by an on board Tour Manager and Cruise Director Flights from London to Budapest and from Munich to London, with return transfers from the airport to your ship. We also offer an escorted rail option. Please ask for full details. 7-night cruise on board the Amadeus Queen Breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of your cruise Tour Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk Abbey and Regensburg Cruise the Danube Bend and through the Wachau Valley Enjoy an on board recital from members of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra & a Hungarian folklore show Unique flexible excursions allowing you to choose how you spend your day with options including: Tour of Salzburg and an excursion to the Austrian Lake District

T&Cs: Book with 100% confidence, flight-inclusive holidays are ATOL or ABTOT protected, non flight-inclusive holidays are protected by ABTOT. Dates and prices are subject to availability. Prices shown are per person, based on 2 people sharing C4 Classic Stateroom cabin. Prices may change prior to and after publication. Itinerary may differ depending on the departure date you choose. *Book on or before 14th August 2018 and save up to £100pp on selected cabin upgrades on our Exclusive River Cruise Charter 2019 departures or save up to £150pp on selected river cruises inaugural departures Terms and conditions apply. Please call for further details. Calls will be recorded. E&OE

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