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* ISLE OF MAN *

5 days £360
Mon 26th - Fri 30th July 2010
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 The Isle of Man is stunningly beautiful with a wide variety of wildlife and scenery, from uncrowded beaches and magnificent coastline, to wild moorland, picturesque glens and pretty villages. There is 10,000 years of history to explore – the Tynwald is the oldest parliament in continuous existence. The island boasts its own language, stamps, bank notes and coins, although the currency is sterling. Step back in time by riding on the Victorian railways and tramways. We take the ferry crossing from Heysham to Douglas. Half board accommodation is provided at the luxurious 4* Mount Murray Hotel which has its own leisure complex for passengers to use and is set in its own superb grounds. All rooms are en-suite with TV, radio and tea facilities and there is lift to all floors. EXCURSIONS: Castletown, Rest Home for Old Horses & Douglas; Laxey Wheel & Snaefell; Peel & Ramsey
 

* ISLE OF WIGHT *

7 days £400
Sun 8th – Sat 14th August 2010
Side Seaview £30pp / Crescent
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 The Isle of Wight is often described as the ‘Garden Isle’ or ‘England in Miniature’, for no other part of Britain contains such a variety of scenery. The peaceful beauty, delightful villages, coastal walks, sandy beaches and mild climate make the island a holiday paradise. The luxurious Shanklin Hotel in Shanklin commands superb views over Sandown Bay and is just a short walk from the Old Village. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV and tea facilities. There are spacious lounges with extensive sea views, a lift to all floors, nightly entertainment in the ballroom, games room and fine cuisine served in the Starlight Restaurant. Half board accommodation. EXCURSIONS: Brighstone & Freshwater Bay; Godshill; Cowes/Osborne House
 

* ANTRIM & GIANT’S CAUSEWAY *

5 days £340
Tue 31 Aug – Sat 4 Sept 2010
Single Room Supplement £60
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 The Antrim Coast is world famous as an area of breathtaking scenery. It provides a superb succession of views with bays and sheltering headlands at every turn. The highway itself often hugs the cliffs at over 300 feet. The Giant’s Causeway needs little introduction since it is a World Heritage site. Carrickfergus, where we are based, is dominated by its Norman castle overlooking the splendid harbour & Belfast Lough. We stay for 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at the luxurious Clarion Hotel. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, telephone and tea facilities. The hotel has a lift. EXCURSIONS: Antrim Coast & Glens; Giant’s Causeway & Bushmills; Belfast & Stormont
 

* LAKE BLED & SLOVENIAN ALPS *

8 days £670
Sat 18 – Sat 25 September 2010
Single Room Supplement £120
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 Lake Bled is a gem situated in outstanding Alpine scenery in the Triglav National Park. Slovenia is an intriguing country where different cultures meet. The towns and villages surrounding the lake have a blend of Italian & Baroque styles of architecture which is reflected in the colourful way of life. The peaceful atmosphere of Bled offers many opportunities, including lakeside woodland walks and traditional ‘Pletna’ boat trips. Travel is via the Eurotunnel with the first and last night at the Balladins Superior Hotel, Frankfurt. At Bled we stay at the modern 3* Hotel Astoria which is situated adjacent to a park and is 300m from the lake. All rooms have mountain or lake view, with private facilities, cable TV, hairdryer & telephone and the hotel has a lift. Half board accommodation throughout. EXCURSIONS: Ljubljana (Capital); Triglav National Park
 

* FORT WILLIAM & MALLAIG *

6 days £310
Sun 10 – Fri 15 October 2010
Single Room Supplement £38
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 Fort William, at the southern end of the Caledonian Canal, is an excellent location from which to explore the breathtaking scenery of the Western Highlands. The town is dominated by Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain. It is also home to the West Highland Museum which contains the famous secret portrait if Bonnie Prince Charlie. We stay for 5 nights dinner, bed & breakfast at the excellent family run West End Hotel, which has a prime central position overlooking Loch Linnhe. All rooms are en-suite with TV, radio, telephone and tea facilities. There is a lift but all single rooms are accessed by a flight of stairs. The tastefully decorated restaurant serves fresh Scottish produce. EXCURSIONS: Glenfinan & Mallaig; Spean Bridge, Great Glen & Fort Augustus
 

* ST ANNES & ILLUMINATIONS *

5 days £260
Mon 25 – Fri 29 October 2010
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 St Annes, with its superb views into the Ribble estuary and beyond, is an exquisite Edwardian town vastly different to its coastal neighbours. Stroll along the attractive promenade to the boating lake or visit the pier and the newly created café quarter. We stay for 4 nights half board accommodation at the excellent and very popular sea front Lindum Hotel, which is noted for its fine cuisine and friendly service and is only a short walk from the town centre. All rooms are en-suite with TV, radio, telephone and tea facilities. There is a lift to main floors plus some entertainment. EXCURSIONS: Coastal tour to Southport/Martin Mere Wetlands Trust; Tour of Illuminations; Lancaster Castle & Market
 

* SIDMOUTH *

5 days £260
Sat 13 – Wed 17 November 2
Standard Sea View £16 pp / Sup
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 Christmas shopping in Sidmouth is highly commended and the Kingswood Hotel needs no introduction. (Full details below). Accommodation is half board including a festive dinner. EXCURSIONS: Exeter Cathedral; Weymouth
 

* ADVENT IN CANTERBURY *

2 days £95
Sun 28 – Mon 29 November 2
Single Room Supplement £10
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 Canterbury Cathedral is the Mother Church of English Christianity and the seat of the Primate of England. Sunday afternoon and Monday morning will be free for you to explore the massive Norman walls, museums, Old Weavers’ House, St Augustine’s Abbey, Christmas Market, excellent shops or attend the Advent Carol Service in the Cathedral. We stay for one night’s dinner, bed and breakfast at the Swallow Chaucer Hotel which is opposite the walls a short walk from the Cathedral. All rooms are en-suite with TV, hairdryer and tea facilities.
 

* TWIXMAS IN BOURNEMOUTH *

4 days £195
Mon 27 – Thu 30 December 2
Single Room Supplement £15
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 Bournemouth is one of England’s finest coastal resorts, with delightful gardens, miles of golden sands and fine promenade walks. The shopping centre is considered to equal London’s West End plus there are excellent theatres and the International Centre to name but a few of the resort attractions. Half board accommodation is provided at the luxurious Suncliff Hotel which has a commanding position on East Cliff, but only minutes walk from the shops and gardens. All rooms are en-suite with TV, hairdryer and tea facilities. There is an indoor swimming pool, sauna, minigym, squash court, a lift and entertainment. EXCURSION: New Forest
 

* LONDON WEEKEND *

& OLYMPIC VILLAGE £170
Fri 21 – Sun 23 January 20
Single Room Supplement £60
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 We depart Friday tea-time to arrive in London late evening. Saturday morning will include a visit to the Olympic Village and the rest of the day will be free for you to arrange your own schedule of sight-seeing, shopping or theatre show. On Sunday we give a conducted tour of the major sights, departing London mid-afternoon. Includes two nights bed & English breakfast at the luxurious 4* Guoman Tower Hotel, which overlooks Tower Bridge, the Tower of London and St Katharine’s Marina. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, telephone, hairdryer, trouser press and tea facilities.
 

* SIDMOUTH *

5 days £260
Mon 7 – Fri 11 March 2011
Standard Sea View £16 pp / Sup
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 Sidmouth is a charming seaside resort in the centre of the vast sweep of Lyme Bay and nestles beneath warm red sandstone cliffs. There are excellent walks passing the picturesque cottages and tiny streams that meander through the valley. The Kingswood Hotel situated in the middle of the Esplanade, retains the spacious charm of the Edwardian Era whilst being fully modernised. All bedrooms have private bathroom, TV, radio, telephone and tea facilities. There is a lift to main floors and excellent cuisine is served in the very attractive dining room. Accommodation is half board. EXCURSIONS: Exmouth & Dawlish; Dorchester via Chesil Beach
 

* ISLES OF SCILLY *

5 days £540
Tue 29 March – Sat 2 April 201
Single Room Supplement £30
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 The climate of these famous Flower Islands is so mild that they are said to have only two seasons – Spring and Summer. Our short helicopter flight will take us to the tranquillity of this beautiful and most westerly corner of England. This is a holiday that is certainly ‘away from it all.’ We stay in Hugh Town on St Mary’s, the capital of the islands, at the luxurious Tregarthen’s Hotel, which commands spectacular views of the harbour and off-islands. All bedrooms are en-suite, with TV, radio, telephone, hair dryer, trouser press and tea facilities. Please note there are steps up to the hotel and there is no lift. Price includes half board accommodation, helicopter flight and coach tour of St Mary’s. You will have ample opportunity to take a boat trip to St Martin’s, St Agnes, Bryher or Tresco to see the famous Abbey Gardens.
 

* FALMOUTH & A CORNISH GARDEN

5 days £260
Tue 29 March – Sat 2 April 201
Single Room Supp£50 / Sea View
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 Falmouth is the leading resort on the Cornish Riviera, the most Southern part of England. It has a superb setting at the entrance to Carrick Roads, a deep natural harbour formed at the junction of seven estuaries. The climate is so mild that tropical plants bloom in abundance. The Best Western Falmouth Beach Hotel has an unrivalled beachside location with sweeping views to the Lizard and beyond. Guests have use of the Beach Club leisure facilities. All rooms are en-suite with TV, hairdryer & trouser press and the hotel has a lift. EXCURSIONS: The Lizard; Lost Gardens of Heligan/Mevagissey/Eden Project
 

* MOTHERING SUNDAY IN CLEVEDON

2 days £83
Sun 3 – Mon 4 April 2011
Single Room Supp £10
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 Clevedon is an exquisite Victorian town overlooking the Severn Estuary with the finest renovated Victorian pier in England. On Sunday we travel via Chew Valley Lake set in an area of outstanding natural beauty in the Mendip Hills, a haven for various species of birds and plants. We stay for one night’s dinner, bed and breakfast at the Best Western Walton Park Hotel which enjoys a spectacular cliffside position with panoramic views to the Welsh Hills & Exmoor plus the busy shipping traffic from all over the World. All rooms are en-suite with TV, hairdryer & trouser press and the hotel has a lift.
 

* EASTBOURNE *

5 days £245
Mon 18 – Fri 22 April 2011
Single Room Supp £30 / Sea Vie
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 Eastbourne has a reputation for being the ‘Sun Trap of the South’. There are excellent shops, gracious buildings, beautiful parks, tree lined avenues and splendid promenade walks. It is only a short drive to the rolling South Downs, the soaring cliffs of Beachy Head and a wealth of lovely villages. Half board accommodation is provided at the luxurious Best Western York House Hotel which is situated on the sea front just 500 yards from the pier. Its traditional Victorian architecture has been beautifully maintained giving delightful views from the dining room and bar. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, radio, telephone and tea facilities. There is a lift and a regular programme of entertainment. EXCURSIONS: Beachy Head, Seven Sisters & Lewes; Battle & Hastings
 

* ILFRACOMBE & NORTH DEVON *

4 days £200
Fri 29 April – Mon 2 May 2011
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 The outstanding scenery of Exmoor & North Devon with the stunning sea views are legendary. Ilfracombe nestles on terraces surrounding an ancient fishing harbour inside an arc of hills. Its fresh air, tranquillity and gentle pace of life offer a relaxing break. We stay for 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at the excellent family run Carlton Hotel a short level walk from all resort attractions. All rooms are en-suite with TV, telephone, hair dryer & tea facilities and the hotel has a lift. EXCURSIONS: Lynton & Valley of the Rocks; Woolacombe
 

* COPENHAGEN & SWEDEN *

7 days £725
Sat 21 – Fri 27 May 2011
Single Room Supp £140
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 Copenhagen is the ‘City of the Sea’ whose position at strategic crossroads has influenced much of our history. Its beautiful waterside setting with the famous ‘Little Mermaid’ statue, Palace, charming houses and exquisite main shopping street can be easily explored. We travel over some of the longest bridges in the World - it is the building of these that has made access to this area easier. Travel is via the Eurotunnel with the first and last night at the Ramada Hotel in Bochum. Our base in Denmark is the luxurious Quality Hotel Marina, Vedbaek just to the north of Copenhagen, which has a stunning view over the Oresund to Sweden. All rooms are newly renovated in Scandinavian design with views of the sea or lush forest. Half board en-suite accommodation throughout. EXCURSIONS: Copenhagen City Tour; Sweden (Lund/Malmo) via Helsingborg Ferry returning via Oresund Bridge
 

SUPER SAVERS IN TORBAY

From £146
22 - 26 Nov or 6 - 10 Dec
HOLLY & MISTLETOE 2010
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 Pre Christmas breaks at the Waters Edge Hotel with the finest view of Torbay. All rooms en-suite with tea facilities & TV. Half board accommodation & two excursions.
 

SUPER SAVER IN TORBAY

5 days £122
Mon 14 - Fri 18 February 2011
VALUE & VALENTINE
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 Inclusive of half board accommodation at the Waters Edge Hotel with the finest view of the bay & 2 excursions. All rooms en-suite with tea facilities & TV.