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Introduction
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We know the world
At Gold Medal we’ve been supplying scheduled flights, hotels, car hire, tours and excursions for over 45 years. We use this experience to carefully select the best range to offer you in each of our destinations. From the sun-kissed beaches of the Pacific Coast to the towering forests of the National Parks, what’s not to love about California? The Golden State isn’t short of things to do – visit the vineyards of Napa Valley, hike the mountains of Yosemite National Park, cross the Golden Gate Bridge and explore the infamous Alcatraz in San Francisco, or head to Los Angeles for beautiful beaches and action-packed theme parks. Take a journey through the following pages to find out more about California and discover your dreams.
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Dream big in California
Raise your glass California is well-known for its glorious wine regions – Napa Valley, Sonoma County and Paso Robles to name a few. But on the rise is an ever-growing craft brewery scene. California has more breweries than any other state in the U.S, many of which offer tours, beer gardens, gastropubs and live music venues. California is one of the richest food-producing areas in the world. When it comes to dining, you’ll find everything from lively diners on Sunset Boulevard, to The Farmers Markets in Downtown Santa Monica, to authentic Mexican food in San Diego, and fresh Dungeness crab at San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf.
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Entertainment galore It goes without saying that shopping could be considered a national pastime in California, with designer stores sprawled across Los Angeles and exclusive boutiques dotted through laid-back towns. Then there’s the music festivals, the glamour of Hollywood, the big-league sports from baseball to hockey to basketball. Adults and children alike are spoilt for choice with a huge array of theme parks including Universal StudiosTM Hollywood, Disneyland® Resort, SeaWorld® California, plus a host of museums.
California is home to misty redwood forests, rugged stretching coastlines and powdery sun-kissed beaches. Abundant in natural beauty, California’s cities are just as charming; boasting trendy dining venues, diverse entertainment and dazzling nightlife. Discover everything from glitzy Hollywood glamour in Los Angeles to lively breweries in Santa Cruz; California has an abundance of adventures just waiting for you to dive into.
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Outdoor adventures Surfing at sunrise, teeing off at sunset, and climb a mountain in between – there’s very little you can’t do in California. The great outdoors offer everything for the adventurer in you. Discover mountain-size sand dunes in Death Valley, try your hand at paddle boarding across Lake Tahoe, go hiking amid soaring redwoods in Redwood National Park, or simply stroll along the soft sands of the Golden State’s hundreds of miles of beaches.
Top 10 things to see and do in California 1. Go shopping on Rodeo Drive 2. Hire a bike and cycle down to Venice Beach 3. Experience the stunning 17 Mile Drive around the Monterey Peninsula 4. Enjoy a kayak excursion in Monterey Bay 5. Take the east shore drive along the edge of North Lake Tahoe 6. Cycle Yosemite Valley for breathtaking view of the National Park 7. Taste Napa Valley’s famous wines along the Silverado Trail 8. See San Francisco’s famous sights on a helicopter ride 9. Go surfing at Santa Cruz 10. Head to San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter for trendy bars and restaurants
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Los Angeles is a playground for the rich and famous – this buzzing ‘City of Angels’ boasts almost year-round sunshine and 81 miles of pristine sandy beaches. Famed by its designer stores, trendy bars and worldclass restaurants, Los Angeles is alive with excitement. Alongside the bright lights of Hollywood, the city boasts stunning natural scenery, whether it’s taking a stroll down Venice Beach or visiting the botanical gardens in San Marino.
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The laid-back city of San Diego boasts picture-perfect beaches, attractions and year-round sunshine. Contemporary cuisine and American classics fuse with flavoursome Mexican delicacies to make San Diego’s restaurant scene one of the best in the world. Be sure to visit the famous San Diego Zoo and the rest of Balboa Park; which is home to 16 museums and much more.
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Known as the ‘City by the Bay’, San Francisco hosts must see attractions including steep streets, cable cars and the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Don’t leave without booking a ferry trip to the infamous Alcatraz Island, and tasting delicious seafood at Fisherman’s Wharf.
West Hollywood is at the cultural heart of the Los Angeles region, surrounded by must-see hotspots in every direction. Discover party destination Sunset Strip – the most famous stretch of Sunset Boulevard; Santa Monica Boulevard, famously known as Route 66, boasting a variety of fantastic shops and restaurants; whilst the Design District is home to some of the most world-famous retailers. When it comes to food, enjoy everything from low-key California diners to luxurious nosh, West Hollywood has it all. To book or for more information please contact your local travel agent
Old California charm meets modern glamour in Newport Beach. With the largest recreational harbour on the west coast, there are ten miles of extraordinary fishing, swimming, surfing, and aquatic sports activities, not to mention the glorious shopping opportunities. From sunset cruises to surf lessons, wine tastings to harbourfront promenades, Newport Beach invites you to relax, unwind and enjoy picturesque views of California’s sunrise and sunsets.
Breathtaking natural scenery and flourishing wildlife make Yosemite National Park a must-visit for any nature-lover. This incredible park covers 1,170sqm of the rugged Sierra Nevada Mountains, boasting winding rivers, glacial valleys and endless hiking trails offering unrivalled mountain vistas. The majestic Yosemite Falls is the highest waterfall in the park, dropping an incredible 2,425 feet down. 8
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Add Universal Studios HollywoodTM tickets to your holiday! Find a full day of action-packed entertainment all in one place: thrilling theme park rides and shows, a real working movie studio, and Los Angeles’ best shops, restaurants and cinemas at CityWalk. Universal Studios Hollywood is a unique experience that’s fun for the whole family.
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Long considered California’s most famous wine region, Napa Valley reigns as the land of grand estates, sprawling tasting rooms, quaint towns, and blissful hotels edging the celebrated Silverado Trail. Roughly an hour’s drive north of San Francisco and boasting more than 400 wineries, Napa Valley is a wine-lover’s paradise.
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Find your flow and follow it to Santa Cruz! Here, the fun begins at the beach. With over 14 state parks, wineries, museums, farmer’s markets, a burgeoning beer and wine scene and outdoor activities like hiking, stand up paddle boarding, surfing, canopy tours and mountain biking, there is plenty to choose from. However, one of the most rewarding activities in Santa Cruz County is simply strolling its scenic landscape, whether is a post-brunch dally or pre-sunset stride.
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North Lake Tahoe offers the ultimate mountain experience. With North America’s largest alpine lake as the centerpiece and massive granite peaks as the backdrop, the scenery is unparalleled. Boasting two dozen beaches, twelve ski resorts and hundreds of miles of biking trails, this is the perfect place for adventurers. Whatever your activity, great meals will be close by, après-ski is at the base of the slopes, and the night lift is right at your fingertips.
Studio Tour: No visit to Los Angeles will be complete without a day or more at the worldrenowned Universal Studios Hollywood™ where you can see where your favorite movies and television shows come to life. Go behindthe-scenes on the world-famous Studio Tour to explore real film sets where Hollywood movies are made. Then, face action head-on in heart-pounding rides, shows and attractions that put you inside some of the world’s most
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popular movies and TV shows. Prices from: Adult £97, Child £92 (3 to 9 years) The Universal Express™ Ticket: Skip the regular lines with the Universal Express™ Ticket. It includes all-day admission to the Park, one-time express access to each ride and attraction and priority seating at select shows. This ticket is very popular with guests, so pre-purchase to guarantee Universal Express™ privileges. Prices from: £168pp
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California delivers beauty and diversity like no other destination. The gateway cities of Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego are perfect for a short break, but find the time to extend your trip and you’ll be rewarded with the most magical of experiences. California is a large state, so hire a car or join an escorted tour and plan to spend at least ten days exploring this wonderful area of the world.
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The freshly renovated Grafton on Sunset is located on the legendary Sunset Strip in West Hollywood Glasgow between Beverly Hills and Hollywood. The central location enables you to take advantage of the numerous music venues and tourist attractions that are sure to make your LA experience one to remember. The hotel boasts the largest salt water swimming pool on Sunset Boulevard, whilst Oliver’s Prime Steakhouse is the place to see and be seen. Special Offer 7 nights room only in a Standard Room | Departures 05 - 26 Nov 2018 | Includes return flights with Delta Air Lines/Air France from London Heathrow, United Airlines from Manchester & Air France/KLM from Glasgow
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Combine the buzz of the city with one of LA’s most superb Edinburgh beaches. Luxe Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills is a luxury boutique hotel ideally located in the heart of the world’s most famous shopping venue. Once you’ve had your fill of the sprawling ‘City of Angels’, head to Orange County. Special Offer Newport Beach is famous worldwide for its picturesque sandy beaches, infinite recreational activities, awardwinning dining and world-class shopping. 7 nights | Departures 01 - 29 Nov 2018 | Includes return flights with Virgin Atlantic from London Heathrow, Delta Air Lines/Air France from Manchester & Edinburgh | Includes car hire for the full duration
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COVA Hotel is situated in the heart of Downtown San Francisco in Little Saigon, with the cable car just a few blocks away to take you through beautiful Nob Hill and Fisherman’s Wharf. Union Square and City Hall are also just a few blocks away. COVA combines comfort and value ensuring guests experience a home from home environment coupled with fantastic value for money. 96 comfortable and well-appointed guest rooms offer a modern and contemporary design.
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Combine two of California’s greatest cities. Ideally situated in the Financial District, the sophisticated Harbour Court Hotel is just steps away from the Embacadero and puts you in prime position to take advantage of everything San Francisco has to offer. In Los Angeles, The Garland is charmingly secluded in a tranquil garden setting, yet centrally located for local attractions.
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Why not add a day tour to your California holiday?
Los Angeles Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour Prices from: Adult £59, Child £37 (3 to 11 years)
San Diego SeaWorld® California Prices from: £65pp
San Francisco Alcatraz & Three Day Hop-on Hop-off Pass Prices from: Adult £100, Child £75 (4 to 12 years)
San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge Guided Tour Prices from: Adult £83, Child £59 (5 to 11 years)
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Le Parc Suite Hotel, West Hollywood
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surfer-friendly town of Ventura, discovering microbreweries, smart eateries, boutiques Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa and a live music scene. Travel south to ultra 2 NIGHTS ROOM ONLY cool Santa Monica and spend time shopping, eating or relaxing on the beach. Take the ultimate cruise along California’s sunniest strip of Next up, it’s Surf City USA – Huntington coast-hugging roadway, the Pacific Coast Highway. Visit Beach. Cycle down an oceanfront path, sand-and-surf beach towns, snag a surf lesson, see artists’ enjoy Main Street’s stylish boutiques and restaurants, or try horseback riding in enclaves, shopping meccas, and iconic theme parks. Start in the elegant city of Santa Barbara, where classic Huntington Central Park. Finish your trip in the sun splashed city of San Diego, with Spanish architecture gives the region a sun washed diverse culture and dining. European look. Then drive south-east to relax in the
Springs with hot new restaurants. Continue north to Death Valley with its colourful 1 NIGHT ROOM ONLY canyons and soaring sand dunes; and to West Hollywood places you right in the middle of year-round mountain town Mammoth Lakes. everything you want to do in Los Angeles – Travel over Tioga Pass to Yosemite National home of the famous Sunset Strip, the Design District, Santa Park, a land of granite crags and alpine Monica Boulevard and celebrity-favourite restaurants. meadows. Finally, visit Sequoia National Follow the coast south to sunny San Diego and all its Park, famous for its giant sequoias, attractions. Further on, the desert comes alive at Palm mountains, deep canyons and roaring rivers.
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PIER 2620 at Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco 2 NIGHTS ROOM ONLY The ‘City by the Bay’ is the perfect place to start any adventure. Take a cable car ride, tuck into a seafood meal at a Fisherman’s Wharf restaurant, and be sure to book a trip to Alcatraz. Just an hour’s drive north you’ll enter the Napa Valley, famous for its 400 cellar doors and superb Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. Next, travel on to the Sierra’s turquoise blue gem, North Lake Tahoe. Lakefront towns dot the shoreline. Winter and spring snow lets you carve it up at world
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class alpine resorts, whilst summer brings out the sail boats, paddleboards and kayaks. From here, nothing prepares you for that first view of Yosemite Valley, the soaring monoliths and cascading waterfalls seem almost surreal. Conclude your stay back in San Francisco.
California family holiday The Garland, Los Angeles 3 NIGHTS ROOM ONLY
Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort, Anaheim 3 NIGHTS ROOM ONLY Includes Universal Studios HollywoodTM Studio Pass and Two Day Disneyland Resort 1-Park per day ticket
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The Golden State is filled with opportunities for families. Not only is it home to a plethora of incredible theme parks, it’s also bursting with outdoor action that will create lifelong family memories. Countless beaches and parks offer free or nearly free public access, some of the biggest museums around the state are especially family-friendly, offering free admission for kids (such as SFOMA and Los Angeles’ LACMA). Begin your family holiday in Los Angeles – home to Universal Studios Hollywood. Go behind-the-scenes on the world-famous Studio Tour to explore real film sets where Hollywood movies are made. Then, face action head-on in heart-pounding rides, shows and attractions – including
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Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, Fast & Furious – Supercharged and DreamWorks Theatre Featuring Kung Fu Panda – that put you inside some of the world’s most popular movies and TV shows. Next up, Anaheim is thriving as the home of Disneyland® Resort, whilst trendy beach towns, varied activities and a creative spirit form an enticing package. Disneyland has a permanent place in the hearts and minds of millions of people around the world, and it’s not difficult to see why once you visit this magical place.
6 nights room only | Departures 05 - 29 Nov 2018 | Includes return flights with Air New Zealand from London Heathrow, KLM from Manchester & Glasgow
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Highway One Classic
Follow one of the world’s most celebrated routes on this coasthugging drive. Your trip begins in San Diego, at the southern end of the state, then travels north to beach towns, the bustle and excitement of Los Angeles, through elegant Santa Barbara and surrounding wine country, then north to more beaches and attractions in Carmel, Monterey, and Santa Cruz. End in the ultimate ‘City by the Bay’, San Francisco.
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Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn, Santa Barbara 2 NIGHTS Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley, Santa Cruz 2 NIGHTS Hotel Zephyr Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco 2 NIGHTS Days 1 & 2 l San Diego Start in one of California’s sunniest cities – why not visit San Diego Zoo, wander through Balboa Park and Mission Bay, and dance after dark in the Gaslamp Quarter. Day 3 l Newport Beach Enjoy the surf vibe and enjoy fishing, swimming and glorious shopping in this sophisticated town.
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Day 4 l Los Angeles Follow the Santa Monica Boulevard to Beverly Hills and stroll along the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Days 5 & 6 l Santa Barbara With its Mediterranean climate tucked into the lee of the Santa Ynez Mountains, this is the ‘American Riviera’. Whilst in the area, taste your way around some of California’s amazing wines in Santa Ynez Wine Country. Slow down, relax, and savour your surroundings. Day 7 l En route to Santa Cruz Showcased within one of California’s most visited state parks, Hearst Castle is an eye popping extravaganza with
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a 165 room castle, 127 acres of terraced gardens, fountains and pools. Wine tasting and mineral hot springs await in the rolling hills of Paso Robles. En route, pull over near Piedras Blancas Rookery to see the Elephant Seals. Closer to Santa Cruz, the Monterey Peninsula offers wind tossed beaches and quiet coves, fine dining and casual eats, history and postmodern art. Arrive for the evening in Santa Cruz.
For over 70 years Trafalgar has been providing some of the world’s finest escorted tours, taking all the hassle out of your trip. All that glitters is gold on the sun-kissed shores of California, which you will explore on this epic road trip, from the movie star haven of Hollywood to eccentric San Francisco, tracing the lush green vineyards and olive groves, the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias and the romantic Riviera of North America.
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Day 3 l Malibu & Santa Barbara Head for Santa Monica to wander the shops then wind your way up the coast, past Malibu to idyllic Santa Barbara. Take time to enjoy this lovely community with the Santa Ynez Mountains on the horizon. Day 4 l Paso Robles & Monterey Continue north to Paso Robles to enjoy a Be My Guest lunch at award-winning The Groves 41. Stroll through olive groves with a glass of local wine. Day 5 l Monterey Embark on a tour of the Monterey Peninsula featuring Cannery Row, Pacific Grove and the famed 17-Mile Drive. Head south toward Big Sur along Highway 1.
Days 10 & 11 l San Francisco Pedal bikes across the Golden Gate Bridge, hop on a cable car to ride and enjoy everything from Michelin-starred dining to outrageous food trucks.
Day 6 l Monterey to Yosemite National Park Enjoy a tour at Earthbound Organic Farms in Carmel Valley, Yosemite National Park
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Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite 1 NIGHT BW Plus Yosemite Way Station 1 NIGHT Fairmont San Francisco 1 NIGHT Days 1 & 2 l Los Angeles Settle in on day one with a Welcome Reception, then on day two join a guided walking tour taking in Hollywood’s most famous icons. Experience the glitz and glamour of Beverly Hills as you drive down famous Rodeo Drive.
Days 8 & 9 l Santa Cruz Enjoy the boho-funky beachfront town of Santa Cruz, where surfers carve waves and kids play on a classic waterfront boardwalk.
10 nights room only | Departures 01 - 22 Nov 2018 | Includes return flights with Virgin Atlantic from London Heathrow, United Airlines/ Lufthansa from Manchester, United Airlines/Flybe from Edinburgh | Includes car hire for the full duration
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before ascending the western slopes of the Sierra Nevadas through Gold Country, and arriving in Yosemite. Day 7 l Yosemite National Park to Mariposa Explore Yosemite National Park, stopping at the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias then boarding a private valley floor tram tour. Gaze at El Capitan and Half Dome. Day 8 l Napa & Sonoma Valleys & San Francisco Retreat to an exclusive blending lab at Ravenswood Winery. To create, taste and bottle your own perfect combination of wine. Days 9 & 10 l San Francisco Start your San Francisco exploration at Fisherman’s Wharf, Golden Gate Park and fashionable Union Square. End at San Francisco’s famous Farmer’s Market, featuring the Bay Area’s best food artisans.
9 night escorted tour with selected meals | Departure 14 Sep 2018 | Includes transfers and return flights with United Airlines from London Heathrow, Manchester & Glasgow
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