johnsons coaches autumn, christmas & spring 2012/13 brochure

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Choose Johnsons…For Value and Peace of Mind� FREE door to door service on almost all holidays –

covering all Warwickshire and the West Midlands –See page 42.

� You’ll be well looked after by our friendly driversand couriers.

� We operate a ‘No Surcharge Guarantee’ on allcoach holidays.

� We are a family business – established over 100 yearsand with 30 years experience of organising holidays!

� All our holidays are protected by our BCH bond andour ATOL licence – so your money is safe.

� We include lots of visitor attractions to enhance yourholiday – and all admission charges are taken care ofby us.

� To help you choose, all hotels and resorts are given a‘mobility grade’.

� Coaches are environmentally friendly:1 coach = 20 cars on the road!

For Your Comfort� Almost all holidays in this brochure include a coach

with ‘Club Class’ extra legroom.

� Porterage of your suitcase is included – from start tofinish, unless stated.

� We use carefully selected high quality hotels.

For Your Enjoyment� Sightseeing excursions are included with all holidays.

� You’ll see places that you might not otherwise havethe chance to see.

� You can meet old friends and make new ones too.

� We often use specialist local area guides on ourholidays.

� You’ll receive our friendly, helpful and cheerfulservice from beginning to end!

Welcome

Welcome to our newAutumn, Spring andChristmas holidaysExperience majestic views –create treasured memories!

M ake the most of your Autumn, Winter and Spring– our carefully selected programme for 2012-2013 has over 30 NEW tours, 4 NEW cruises and

many firm favourites. There are holidays in the UK, on theContinent and further afield, including a variety of themedbreaks and a selection of cruises – there’s sure to besomething for everybody!

At Johnsons we pride ourselves in offering you a highlyprofessional service, a high standard of accommodation,wonderful scenery and superb visitor attractions such ashistoric houses, railways, museums, special events andquality coach travel, making your experience ascomfortable as it is memorable.

We look forward to welcoming you on a Johnsons holiday.

‘’Travel with Johnsons – Travel with Friends!’’

To book or for more information Call 01564 797 000(option 0) and speak to our friendly and informativesales team.

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Front cover tours include: Thursford Spectacular, Cyprus, Nidd Hall,Keukenhof Bulbfields, Isle of Man and Leeds Castle.

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‘Club Class’ Coacheson almost all DeparturesWe like you to be very comfortable in our coaches.So sit back, relax and enjoy the extra legroom.

Your Holiday ProtectionFor your peace of mind we are members of theBonded Coach Holiday Group of the Confederationof Passenger Transport UK Limited. This is aGovernment approved consumer protection scheme.This ensures that in relation to the coach packageholidays described in this brochure or website thatthe clients’ monies are protected by a Bond in theunlikely event of the Members insolvency. Clients’are recommended to inspect the currentmembership certificate at our registered office oralternatively go to www.bch-uk.org or telephone0207 240 3131 to confirm current membership.All air holidays are ATOL protected by the CivilAviation Authority. Our ATOL number is 6390.

Hotel Mobility GradingTo help you choose your holiday, we providea guideline grade for the hotel location accessibilityin terms of steps, stairs, lift, hills, walking etc.The grades range from 1 to 5 and the higher thescore the easier the hotel is for mobility.

Book Online and Save Nine!You’ll save £9 per person on your booking whenyou book your holiday online. Just visitwww.johnsonscoaches.co.uk – click on ‘UK andoverseas holidays’ and follow the instructions.You can also follow links to our holiday hotels andincluded attractions.

Armchair ToursIf you prefer a more relaxed and leisurely pace ofholiday, we are delighted to once again offer anextended range of ‘Armchair Tours’. These holidaysinclude a resort hotel in a great location and lunch onthe outward and return journeys. They offer itinerarieswhich are more relaxed and with less walking butwhich still include great sightseeing tours and youcan still…‘Experience majestic views andcreate treasured memories’.

Touch of Extra LuxuryWe are delighted once to again offer these specialbreaks, which offer excellent hotels. They aredesigned for those of you who, quite literally,would like to enjoy a ‘Touch of Extra Luxury’.These holidays include all of our popular featuresand also a welcome drinks reception and a deliciouscream tea. To really put the icing on the cake, whynot upgrade your room?

Join our ‘SeeMore’ Club –See More and Save More!Join now for the followingbenefits:

� £10 discount on every holiday and£2 off every day excursion, theatre trip orExpress Excursion

� Late notice special offers

� A preview and chance to book holidays beforeour brochure release

� Members days out

� Discounts from local and regional retailers

� Our regular members newsletter

Membership is only £20 per person or £30 forjoint membership per year. Membership runs from1 September to 31 August.

Look out for our mascot and very own correspondent‘SeeMore the Seagull’! He’ll be joining us on somemore of our holidays this year!

To Join – just request a membership form and returnit with your payment to start making great savings!

Holiday Travel InsuranceOur popular insurance cover is again recommended and istailored to suit the needs of our passengers. You will find the costsdetailed in the ‘Additional Information’ section of each holiday.Please note that we do require all passengers to be insured.Our travel insurance is extensive and straightforward – there areno age restrictions and no automatic health screening – thisapplies to both UK and overseas coach holidays.

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ARMCHAIRTOUR CHOOSE FROM 14 DIFFERENT THEMES Page

Autumn Breaks 6-7

Armchair 8

Touch of Extra Luxury 8

Turkey & Tinsel 9-11

Festive Breaks 12-13

Christmas 14-21

New Year 22

Easter 23

Winter Warmers 24-25

Themed Breaks 26-30

Weekend Specials 31

Springtime Breaks 32-35

Cruises 36-37

Air Holidays 38-41

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London (26)

Wroxham (12 • 19)

Woodhall Spa (26 • 27)

Colchester (23)

Cambridge (31)Duxford (30)

Eastbourne (6 • 10 • 23)

Warners Bembridge Coast Hotel (11)

WarnersThoresby Hall (11)

Carmarthen (17)

Sidmouth (7 • 8 • 10 • 16 • 33)

Penrith (8)Keswick (32)

Loch Lomond (27)

Blairgowie (34)

Isle of Man (38)Lake District (20)

York (13 • 17 • 31)Leeds (29)

Warners Nidd Hall (16 • 22)

Warners Cricket St Thomas (23)

Scarborough (20 • 33)

Durham (13)

Harrogate (31)

Castle of Kent (7)

Llandrindod Wells (6)

Barnstaple (21 • 22 • 25 • 32)Bideford (21 • 22 • 25)

Yorkshire Dales (19)

Llandudno (9 • 28)

Liverpool (31)Cheshire (18)

Bray (12 • 29)

Bournemouth(9 • 18 • 24)

Shanklin (15)

Your Guide to Holiday Destinations


Meiringen (14)

Madeira (39)

Cruises

Fjords and Coastal Townsof Norway (36)

Islands, Highlands & Ireland (36)

Spain and Portugal (37)

A Voyage to the Azoresand Canary Islands (37)

Jordan (39)

Marrakech (40)

Diana Marina (34)

Cyprus (41)

Salou (24)

Boppard (14)

Dutch Bulbfields (35)

Northern Lights Cruise (28)

Guernsey (38)Jersey (15)

Your 2012/2013 Holiday Planner

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SEPTEMBER 2012

Sun 23-Sun 30-Sep 8 Guernsey & Herm with Optional Sark 38Fri 28 Sep-Thu 4 Oct 7 Isle of Man 38

OCTOBER 2012

Fri 12-Mon 15 Oct 4 Duxford Air Show 30Mon 15-Fri 19 Oct 5 Armchair – Where England Meets Scotland 8Sun 21-Thu 25 Oct 5 Autumn Gardens of Sussex 6Sun 28 Oct-Thu 1 Nov 5 Autumn Colours of Llandrindod Wells 6Sun 28 Oct-Thu 1 Nov 5 TOEL – The Belmont Hotel, Sidmouth 8

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Thu 1-Sun 4 Nov 4 Castles of Kent 7Sat 3-Sun 4 Nov 2 Weekend Special – Liverpool & Chester 31Mon 5-Fri 9 Nov 5 Turkey & Tinsel Llandudno & Snowdonia 9Tue 6-Thu 8 Nov 3 Battle of the Barges 26Fri 9-Sun 11 Nov 3 Thursford Christmas Spectacular 12Mon 12-Fri 16 Nov 5 Turkey & Tinsel Bournemouth

Salisbury & The New Forrest 9Mon 12-Tue 20 Nov 9 Jordan, Petra and The Dead Sea 39Tue 13-Thu 15 Nov 3 Thursford Christmas Spectacular 12Wed 14-Sun 18 Nov 5 Sidmouth with Torbay 7Sun 18-Thu 22 Nov 5 Ireland – Made for Christmas 12Fri 23-Mon 26 Nov 4 Armchair Turkey & Tinsel

Sidmouth & South Devon 10Fri 30 Nov-Sun 2 Dec 3 York – St Nicholas Fayre 13Fri 30 Nov-Sun 1 Dec 3 Durham Christmas Festival 13

DECEMBER 2012

Mon 3-Fri 7 Dec 5 Warner Turkey & TinselBembridge Coast Hotel 11

Mon 10-Fri 14 Dec 5 Warner Dickensian ChristmasThoresby Hall 11

Tue 11-Thu 13 Dec 3 Thursford Christmas Spectacular 12Fri 21-Sat 22 Dec 2 Weekend Special –

York Christmas Shopper 31Mon 17-Fri 21 Dec 5 Armchair Turkey & Tinsel Eastbourne 10Fri 21-Fri 28 Dec 8 Christmas in Switzerland 14Fri 21-Sun 23 Dec 3 London Weekend 26Sat 22-Thu 27 Dec 6 Christmas in Boppard on The Rhine 14Sun 23-Thu 27 Dec 5 Christmas in the Isle of Wight 15Sun 23-Thu 27 Dec 5 TOEL – An Island Christmas in Jersey 15Sun 23-Thu 27 Dec 5 Armchair Christmas in Sidmouth

at the Kingswood & Devoran 16Sun 23-Thu 27 Dec 5 Warner Christmas Nidd Hall 16Sun 23-Thu 27 Dec 5 York at Christmas 17Sun 23-Thu 27 Dec 5 Christmas in Carmarthen 17Sun 23-Thu 27 Dec 5 Christmas in Cheshire 18Sun 23-Fri 28 Dec 6 Christmas in Bournemouth 18Mon 24-Thu 27 Dec 4 Christmas in the Yorkshire Dales 19Mon 24-Fri 28 Dec 5 Christmas in Norfolk 19Mon 24-Fri 28 Dec 5 Christmas in Scarborough 20Mon 24-Fri 28 Dec 5 Christmas in the Lake District 20Mon 24-Fri 28 Dec 5 Christmas in Barnstaple

with Brend Hotels 21Mon 24-Fri 28 Dec 5 Christmas in Bideford with Brend Hotels 21Sat 29-Dec 12-Wed 2 Jan 13 5 Warner New Year at Nidd Hall 22Sun 30-Dec 12-Wed 2 Jan 13 4 New Year in Bideford with Brend Hotels 22Sun 30 Dec 12-Wed 2 Jan 13 4 New Year in Barnstaple

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Tue 8-Fri 11 Jan 4 Bournemouth Winter Warmer 24Sat 12-Sun 20 Jan 9 Sun, Sea & Salou Winter Warmer 24Sun 20-Thu 24 Jan 5 Bideford Winter Warmer

with Brend Hotels 25Mon 21-Fri 25 Jan 5 Loch Lomond Burns Break 27Sun 27-Thu 31 Jan 5 Barnstaple Winter Warmer

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Sun 10-Thu 14 Feb 5 Bideford Winter Warmerwith Brend Hotels 25

Sun 10-Tue 12 Feb 3 Dambusters Nostalgia & Lincolnshire 27Sun 10-Sun 17 Feb 8 Mythology and Culture in Cyprus 41Fri 15-Sun 17 Feb 3 London Weekend 26Fri 22-Mon 25 Feb 4 Gems of North Wales 28Sun 24-Thu 28 Feb 5 Barnstaple Winter Warmer

with Brend Hotels 25Sun 24-Mon 25 Feb 2 Weekend Special – Classic Cambridge 31Thu 28 Feb-Thu 14 Mar 15 Land of the Northern Lights Cruise 28

MARCH 2013

Sun 3-Mon 4 Mar 2 Weekend Special –Harrogate, Ripon & The Peak District 31

Sun 3-Thu 7 Mar 5 Magical Marrakech 41Mon 4-Mon 11 Mar 8 Highlights of Madeira 39Thu 7-Sun 10 Mar 4 Barnstaple & North Devon 32Fri 8-Mon 11 Mar 4 Springtime in the Lake District 32Sun 10-Thu 14 Mar 5 TOEL – The Belmont Hotel, Sidmouth 8Mon 11-Fri 15 Mar 5 Springtime in Scarborough 33Fri 15-Tue 19 Mar 5 Shamrocks and Saints 29Fri 15-Sun 17 Mar 3 The Good Old Days 29Tue 19-Sat 23 Mar 5 Sidmouth and East Devon Coast 33Wed 20-Wed 27 Mar 8 Italian Riviera of Flowers in Springtime 34Fri 22-Sun 24 Mar 3 London Weekend 26Fri 22-Sun 24 Mar 3 Mystery Weekend 30Mon 25-Fri 29 Mar 5 Castles and Palaces of Perthshire 34Thu 28 Mar-Mon 1 Apr 5 Easter in Eastbourne 23Fri 29 Mar-Mon 1 Apr 4 Warner Easter Cricket St. Thomas 23Fri 29 Mar-Tue 2 Apr 5 Easter in Suffolk & Constable Country 23

APRIL 2013

Fri 12-Tue 16 Apr 5 Dutch Bulbfields 35Thu 18-Wed 22 Apr 5 Dutch Bulbfields Cruise 35

JUNE 2013

Mon 10-Tue 18 Jun 9 Fjords & Coastal Towns of Norway Cruise 36

JULY 2013

Tue 16-Fri 26 Jul 11 Islands, Highlands & Ireland Cruise 36

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Sun 11-Fri 23 Aug 13 Spain, Portugal and Gibraltar Cruise 37Thu 3-Sat 19 Oct 17 A voyage to the Azores &

Canaries Cruise 37

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Tour ItinerarySunday – We travel to the Sussex Coast,making a stop at the impressive HamptonCourt Palace en route, with time for lunch.Arriving in Eastbourne, there is time to relaxand settle in.Monday – We pay a visit to Nymans (NT).Set in the High Weald with splendid views,the garden is a series of experimentaldesigns with spectacular planting andbeauty all year. Both a horticulturalist’sdream and a peaceful country garden,it is easy to lose yourself in its intimateand surprising corners.Tuesday – Sheffield Park (NT) is amagnificent informal landscaped gardenand was laid out in the 18th century byCapability Brown. Four lakes form thecentrepiece and the plants and trees arespectacular.Wednesday – Today is free to relax andenjoy the leisurely atmosphere of Eastbourne.Thursday – One of the great Royal gardensof Windsor Great Park, the charming SavillGarden was created in the late 1930’s.This ornamental garden has 35 acres ofcontemporary and classically designedgardens and one of the world’s finestexotic woodland gardens. We continuehome to the Midlands

New Wilmington Hotel�� Eastbourne

This friendly, family run hotel is locatedvery close to the sea, bandstand, WishTower, Winter Gardens and DevonshirePark. The pier and shopping centre areonly a few minutes away. Bedroomsare en-suite with tea/coffee makingfacilities, TV, radio and telephone.Facilities include restaurant, lounge,bar and spacious dining room.Mobility Grade: 4 – The resort andhotel are on the level. Hotel has isolatedsteps and a lift serving most floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Admission to Hampton CourtPalace, Nymans (NT), Sheffield Park(NT) and The Savill Garden • Our owncourier service

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Autumn Colours ofLlandrindod WellsLlandrindod Wells is Wales’ most central town, known locallyas “Llandod” it was developed as a spa town in the 19th centuryand today boasts stunning scenery and architecture. Our centralhotel is ideally located from which to discover the delights ofMid-Wales & the Brecon Beacons.

Tour ItinerarySunday – Our journey takes us to themarket town of Ludlow before continuinginto mid-Wales and our destination ofLlandrindod Wells.Monday – A midmorning departure fromour hotel takes us initially to the historicmarket town of Brecon. After time for lunchwe take a short drive to Pant and join theBrecon Mountain Railway. Pulled by avintage steam train, our journey takes usthrough beautiful scenery and along thefull length of the Taf Fechan Reservoir.Tuesday – Take in the sea air this morningwith a trip to Aberystwyth. We return to thehotel in the afternoon – perhaps take a dipin the pool or enjoy one of the manyfacilities the hotel has to offer.Wednesday – Today we visit Abbey-Cwm-Hir Hall, a unique and beautiful statelyhome with outstanding gothic Architecturedressed for Christmas, stunning interiorsand 12 acre gardens overlooking theruins of the 12th century cistercian abbey.The remainder of your afternoon is free toexplore Llandrindod Wells.Thursday – We return home todaymaking a stop for lunch in the interestingtown of Abergavenny before returning tothe Midlands.

The Metropole Hotel�� Llandrindod Wells

Set in the historic spa town ofLlandrindod Wells the Metropole is oneof the region’s leading hotels offering awealth of facilities. Bedrooms areen-suite with tea/coffee makingfacilities, TV, and hairdryer. Facilitiesinclude restaurant, lounge, bar and spa.Mobility Grade: 4 – The resort andhotel are on the level. Hotel has isolatedsteps and a lift serving most floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Admission to Abbey-Cwm-Hirhall and Brecon Mountain Railway• Visit to Brecon, Ludlow andAberystwyth • Our own courier service

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5 Day Tour

Sun 21 – Thu 25 Oct 2012 £398Single room £20Holiday insurance £19.50Reduction for National Trust members

Tour departs by 10.00am approx.Returns 5.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

5 Day Tour

Sun 28 Oct – Thu 1 Nov 2012 £434Single room £40Holiday insurance £19.50

Tour departs by 10.00am approx.Return by 5.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

Autumn Gardens of SussexThe elegant seaside town of Eastbourne is sheltered by therolling expanse of the South Downs and the towering cliffs ofBeachy Head. Our tour takes in some of the most impressivegardens in Britain, around the time that the leaves will bechanging to autumn hues.

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NEWItinerary Sidmouth with Torbay

Sidmouth is a charming and elegant resort and remains ourmost popular destination – the timeless charm and unhurriedway of life offers a perfect location for a winter break. Ouritinerary has a ‘low key’ Festive element; the emphasis is ongood food and relaxation.

Tour ItineraryWednesday – We travel south, making aconvenient stop for lunch en-route, arrivingwith time to settle in before dinner.Thursday – We visit the interesting Houseof Marbles where you can explore theMarble and Glass Museums and perhapsenjoy morning coffee. We also visit beautifulBuckfast Abbey, home to a community ofBenedictine monks. There is time to exploreand enjoy this inspirational place before wereturn to Sidmouth.Friday – We enjoy a guided tour whichtakes in the unique and diverse beauty ofTorbay and its three towns of Torquay,Paignton and Brixham. Torquay was oncethe watering place for the aristocracy ofEurope and was the childhood home ofAgatha Christie, Paignton became a middleclass resort with its beaches, promenadeand Victorian pier whilst Brixham remainsone of Britain’s principal fishing ports. Thisevening we enjoy another superb dinner.Saturday – A free day to enjoy Sidmouth’speaceful charm. With a nod to Christmas, inthe evening a sherry reception is followedby a traditional festive six course dinner.Local singers will perform carols and festivesongs to end our stay.Sunday – We visit beautiful Ottery Nurserybefore commencing our homeward journeywith a stop en-route for lunch.

The Kingswood & Devoran Hotel�� Sidmouth

One of our clients’ favourites and forover 50 years under the direct andcareful management of its owners,the Seward family. The hotel enjoys asuperb seafront location on theEsplanade with excellent sea views.Bedrooms are en-suite with television,radio, telephone and tea/coffee makingfacilities. Facilities include two sea viewlounges and attractive dining room.Mobility Grade: 5 – Resort: On thelevel. Hotel: On the level. Few steps.Lift to most floors. Steps to somebedrooms.

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• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Excursions to the House ofMarbles, Buckfast Abbey and OtteryNursery • Guided tour of Torbay• Our own courier service

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Castles of KentKent is steeped in history and heritage and is known as the‘Garden of England’ due to its rolling hills, wooded valleys andfar reaching open landscapes. The highlights of our interestingand varied tour are the magnificent castles of Kent.

Tour ItineraryThursday – Travelling south, we make astop at the town of Tunbridge Wells, theonly spa town in South West England with400 years of history. There is time for lunchhere before we continue to the hotel,arriving mid afternoon.Friday – Today we visit Leeds Castle, set ontwo islands on the River Len and said to bethe loveliest castle in the world and in afairytale setting, it is all that a castle shouldbe. You can visit the treasure-filled StateRooms and wonder at the glorious gardensand park land, and perhaps venture into thechallenging maze. There is plenty of time todiscover the fascinating history of thisstriking monument.Saturday – One of the best known cities inEngland, Canterbury’s old city is small andcontained within the city walls. Presidingover all is of course the magnificentcathedral, St. Augustine’s Abbey and St.Martin’s Church. The day is free to explorethis atmospheric city at leisure.Sunday – We visit Hever Castle, anenchanting double moated castle with 125acres of garden to explore, and once thechildhood home of Anne Boleyn. We returnhome to the Midlands in the afternoon.

Marriott Tudor Park�� Nr Maidstone

Our well appointed hotel is surroundedby beautiful countryside and close tothe River Medway. Bedrooms are ensuite with air conditioning, TV,telephone, hair dryer, iron/ironingboard, tea/coffee making facilities andsafe. Facilities include restaurant, bar,lounge, indoor pool, gym, spa facilitiesand 18 hole golf course. MobilityGrade: 3 – Locality fairly level. Hotelhas few steps in corridors and has a liftto all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 3 nights halfboard • Excursions to Tunbridge Wellsand Canterbury • Admission to LeedsCastle and Hever Castle • Our owncourier service

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Thu 1 – Sun 4 Nov 2012 £348Single room £60Holiday Insurance £15.50

Tour departs by 9.00am approx.Returns by 5.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

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Wed 14 – Sun 18 Nov 2012 £388Single room £NILAt this hotel rooms vary and a number ofsupplements may apply.Holiday insurance £19.50



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Tour ItineraryMonday – We travel north, making a stopen route for our included lunch.Tuesday – Take the morning to relax andsettle in to our comfortable hotel before anafternoon drive through the beautifulscenery of the Lake District. We drive alongthe edge of Ullswater before continuing toKeswick, where we spend a little free time.Wednesday – A visit to this area wouldnot be complete without calling at GretnaGreen; visit the Old Blacksmith’s shopwhich brings to life the drama surroundingrunaway marriages. After time for lunch,we continue through Dumfries and take atour ‘round the loop’ between coast andhills with great views of the Solway Firthbefore returning to our hotel.Thursday – We follow the route ofHadrian’s Wall today. We are joined by aBlue Badge guide for an interesting guidedtour on board our coach, where we learnsomething of the 2,000 years of historysurrounding this monument. We return toour hotel with time to relax and enjoy ourhotel’s facilities before our final dinnertogether.Friday – We return home today, travellingthrough the stunning Yorkshire Dales andmaking a stop for our included lunch at theWensleydale Creamery.

North Lakes Hotel�� Penrith, Cumbria

This welcoming and comfortable hoteloffers a warm welcome and excellentservice and is situated on the edge ofPenrith. Bedrooms are en suite withTV, telephone, tea/coffee makingfacilities, iron and hair dryer.Facilities include the MartindaleRestaurant and Bar, indoor pool, gymand spa treatment rooms. MobilityGrade: 5 – Locality generally flat. Hotelhas occasional steps with rampalternatives and lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • 2 lunches • Scenic Lake Districtdrive • Excursion to Gretna Green andthe Borders • Guided tour alongHadrian’s Wall • Our own courier service

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Tour ItinerarySunday – We travel south, making asuitable lunch stop en route and arrivingat our hotel mid-afternoon. Relax, settle inand enjoy a drinks reception before our firstdelicious evening meal.Monday – A free day to explore andenjoy the many attractions that Sidmouthhas to offer. Make the most of theBelmont’s luxurious surroundings andenjoy a sumptuous Devon cream tea!Tuesday – Our excursion today is toKnightshayes Court (NT), a fascinatingcountry house with rich interiors whichgives an atmospheric insight into grandcountry life. The impressive gardens featurea water lily pool, topiary and delightfulseasonal colour. We follow the picturesqueExe valley back to Exeter and Sidmouth.Wednesday – We travel to the nearby cityof Exeter, where we join a guided tour ofthe impressive cathedral. We continue witha visit to the historic quayside and thenreturn to Sidmouth via the ancient portof Topsham and the resort of Exmouth.Thursday – We leave our hotel and beginour journey northwards, making aninteresting stop in the beautiful city ofBath. There is time to explore a little and tohave lunch here before we continue ourjourney home.

The Belmont Hotel�� Sidmouth

A luxurious former Victorian summerresidence, the hotel retains much of itstranquility and charm. It stands at theend of Sidmouth’s striking esplanadeand is just a short stroll from the towncentre. Bedrooms are en-suite with TV,telephone, tea/coffee making facilities,trouser press and hair dryer. Facilitiesinclude restaurant, a bar lounge,gardens and use of leisure facilities atthe Victoria Hotel next door. MobilityGrade: 3 – Locality – fairly level. Hotel –occasional steps, some bedrooms havesteps inside the rooms. Lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Admission to KnightshayesCourt (NT) • Guided tour of Cathedral• Devonshire cream tea • Visit to Bath• Our own courier service

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Mon 15 – Fri 19 Oct 2012 £458Single room £80Holiday insurance £19.50

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Sun 28 Oct – Thu 1 Nov 2012 £528Sun 10 – Thu 14 Mar 2013 £508Single supplement £NILSea view £40Deluxe sea view £80Reduction for National Trust members

Holiday insurance £19.50Tours depart by 10.00am approx.Return by 5.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

ArmchairWhere EnglandMeets ScotlandThis gentle but scenic itinerary takes in some of the highlightsof the north of England, as well as crossing the border intoScotland. The highlights of the tour include a drive throughsome lovely Lake District scenery and a guided tour alongHadrian’s Wall, along with plenty of time to relax in ourcomfortable hotel.

Touch of Extra LuxuryThe Belmont Hotel,SidmouthSidmouth is a charming and elegant resort and remains ourmost popular destination – the timeless charm and unhurriedway of life offers the perfect recipe for relaxation. There is along, flat promenade which is overlooked by Regency buildings,along with wonderful views of the softly curving bay.

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Turkey & TinselBournemouth, Salisbury &The New ForestBournemouth is a popular all year round resort which enjoyssomething of a Continental atmosphere. Our itinerary combinesthe scenery of the New Forest, an interesting visit to Salisburyand the chance to relax at our hotel and explore our resort.Tour ItineraryMonday (‘Christmas Eve’) – Aftermaking a stop for lunch on the way, wearrive at our hotel in the early afternoon.Enjoy afternoon tea before a welcomecocktail party on the first evening.Dinner this evening is followed bymusical entertainment.Tuesday (‘Christmas Day’) – Afterbreakfast and a small Christmas gift foreveryone from Santa, we drive into thedelightful scenery of the New Forest, seeingthe thatched cottages of Brockenhurst andLyndhurst, perhaps catching a glimpse ofthe famous ponies. This evening, asumptuous traditional Christmas dinner isfollowed by musical entertainment andsing-a-long carols.Wednesday (‘Boxing Day’) – Breakfastis followed by an excursion to the historiccity of Salisbury. We take an enlighteningguided tour of the gothic cathedral with itsimposing 404ft high spire, followed by freetime to enjoy the atmosphere of this ‘cityin the countryside’. We return to our hoteland dinner this evening is followed by musicfor dancing.Thursday (‘New Year’s Eve’) – Today isfree. Take a walk along the promenade,explore the elegant shops, or simply relaxand enjoy the comfort of our hotel. Join inwith the prize bingo and enjoy dinner, whichis again followed by musical entertainment.Friday (‘New Year’s Day’) –We commence our homeward journey

making a suitable stop for lunch en-route.Note: Entertainment may change slightly.

Days Hotel�� Bournemouth

The hotel is located on the East Cliffoverlooking the bay and beaches in acentral, yet secluded position and hasan award winning garden frontage.Bedrooms are en-suite with TV, radio,telephone, tea/coffee making facilitiesand hair dryer. Facilities includerestaurant and Edwardian style MeyrickBar. Mobility Grade: 4 – Resort: Levelcliff top walks, gradients to shoppingcentre and pier. Hotel: Level location.Lift to all floors. 9 steps to the mainentrance can be avoided.

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• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Daily afternoon tea and biscuits• Excursions to the New Forest andSalisbury • Guided tour of SalisburyCathedral • Free time to exploreBournemouth • Entertainment on4 evenings • Our own courier service

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Tour ItineraryMonday (‘Christmas Eve’) – We travel toNorth Wales, making a stop in Chester forlunch. Settle in before a drinks receptionand then dinner, live music and dancing.Tuesday (‘Christmas Day’) – Afterbreakfast with a gift from ‘Santa’, we headto Llanberis to visit ‘Electric Mountain’where we enjoy a fascinating guided tour ofDinorwig Power Station. We descend deepinside ancient Elidir Mountain’s labyrinth oftunnels and witness the massive pump andturbines in action. We then return to thesurface and take a ride on the picturesqueLlanberis Lake Railway. Our ‘Gala ChristmasDinner’ with all the trimmings is followed bymusical entertainment.Wednesday (‘Boxing Day’) – A leisurelyday to relax and explore Llandudno.Perhaps visit the Victorian shopping area orstroll along the promenade. Join in with theafternoon’s entertainment or relax beforedinner and music from a female vocalist.Thursday (‘New Years Eve’) – A leisurelydrive following the route of the River Conwybefore reaching Betws-y-Coed, where thereis time to explore a little. We continuethrough the spectacular scenery of theSnowdonia National Park and then returnto our hotel along the scenic coastal road.Celebrate the ‘New Year’ with a Gala dinnerand entertainment.Friday – Sit back and enjoy the scenery aswe travel over the Horseshoe Pass, making

a stop in Llangollen for lunch beforereturning home.

The Merrion Hotel�� Llandudno

The Merrion is one of Llandudno’sprincipal hotels and is situated in aprime position on the resort’spromenade, overlooking the VictorianPier and the magnificent sweep ofLlandudno Bay. Bedrooms are en-suitewith TV, tea/coffee making facilities andtelephone. Facilities include restaurant,bar and lounge. Mobility Grade: 3 –Resort: Level seafront and shoppingarea. Hotel level, with ramp entranceand a few steps. Lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Excursions to the SnowdoniaNational Park and Electric Mountain• Return ride on the Llanberis LakeRailway • Visits to Chester andLlangollen • Entertainment programme• Our own courier service

Llandudno

5 Day Tour

Mon 5 – Fri 9 Nov 2012 £414Single room £NILHoliday insurance £19.50



Turkey & TinselLlandudno & SnowdoniaLlandudno is the ‘queen’ of Welsh resorts and enjoys a uniquelocation on level ground between the high headlands of theGreat and Little Orme. We combine first class hospitality in oneof our most popular hotels with highlights of the local area.

Tour ItineraryMonday (‘Christmas Eve’) – We travelsouth to Eastbourne, a glorious resort onthe Sussex Coast, with a stop en route forour included lunch. There will be plenty oftime to settle in to our hotel before a sherryreception with your hosts, followed by acandle-lit dinner. The day comes to ahappy end with entertainment, singingand dancing.Tuesday (‘Christmas Day’) – A freeday to explore the many attractions thatEastbourne has to offer. In the evening takeyour seats for a delicious ‘Christmas dinner’with party hats, crackers and streamers,along with live entertainment.Wednesday (‘Boxing Day’) – We enjoy agentle blue badge guided tour on board ourcoach today, taking in some of thehighlights of the picturesque Kentcountryside and learning something of thelocal traditions. We return to our hotel foran afternoon game of bingo and then enjoyanother delicious dinner, followed byentertainment and dancing.Thursday (‘New Year’s Eve’) – Anotherfree day to relax and enjoy our comfortablehotel with its friendly service. Tonight is our‘New Year’ party and after a bucks fizz inthe lounge, we take our seats for theNew Year’s Eve banquet, including theceremonial piping of the pudding.Friday – We take a gentle drive along thescenic south coast as we head for home,

taking in the dramatic scenery of BeachyHead. We continue our journeynorthwards, where we make a stop forour included lunch.Note: Entertainment may change slightly.


This friendly, family run hotel is locatedvery close to the sea, bandstand, WishTower, Winter Gardens and DevonshirePark. The pier and shopping centre areonly a few minutes away. Bedroomsare en-suite with tea/coffee makingfacilities, TV, radio and telephone.Facilities include lounge, bar, spaciousdining room. Mobility Grade: 4 –The resort and hotel are on the level.Hotel has isolated steps and a liftserving most floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • 2 lunches • Blue Badge GuidedTour of Kent • Entertainment on fourevenings • Small gift from FatherChristmas • Our own courier service

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Armchair Turkey & TinselEastbourneEastbourne is an elegant seaside town, sheltered by the rollingexpanse of the South Downs and the towering cliffs of BeachyHead. This enjoyable break takes in some of the sights of thesouth coast, as well as allowing time for relaxation at ourcomfortable hotel.

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Tour ItineraryFriday (‘Christmas Eve’) – A leisurelyjourney south, during which we make aconvenient stop for our included lunch.We arrive at our hotel with plenty of timeto relax and settle in before dinner, when alocal choir will entertain you with carols.Saturday (‘Christmas Day’) – Relaxtoday and enjoy Sidmouth’s peacefulcharm. In the evening tuck into our‘Christmas Dinner’ with all the trimmings,which is followed by music for dancing.Sunday (‘New Year’s Eve’) – Anotherscenic drive today as we make our way tothe beautiful and inspirational BuckfastAbbey. There is time for a stroll here andthe chance to explore the local area.We return to our hotel before this evening’scandlelit dinner and a light heartedseasonal quiz.

Monday – We commence our homewardjourney, stopping en route for our includedlunch before returning to the Midlands.

The Royal York & Faulkner Hotel�� Sidmouth

A popular, well appointed, familyowned and run hotel in the centre ofthe Esplanade, overlooking the seaand adjacent to the town centre.Bedrooms are en suite with TV, radio,tea/coffee making facilities andtelephone. Facilities include threecomfortable lounges, two bars, a sea-facing dining room and hydrotherapypool (additional charge). MobilityGrade: 5 – Resort and Hotel: Level witha few steps to some public rooms and alift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 3 nights halfboard • 2 lunches • Excursion toBuckfast Abbey • Free time to exploreSidmouth • Entertainment programme• Our own courier service

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Armchair Turkey & TinselSidmouth & South DevonThis tour is based in the ever popular South Devon resort ofSidmouth – a small, unhurried and unspoilt town of charm andelegance. This relaxing itinerary includes an excursion toBuckfast Abbey, a varied entertainment programme and freetime to explore Sidmouth.

5 Day Tour

Mon 17 – Fri 21 Dec 2012 £388Single room £20Holiday insurance £19.50


4 Day Tour

Fri 23 – Mon 26 Nov 2012 £338Single room £NILHoliday insurance £15.50

Tour departs by 10.00am approx.Returns by 4.00pm approx.Not included: 2 lunches

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Warner Turkey & TinselBembridgeCoast HotelBembridge Coast Hotel sits onthe secluded eastern shore ofthe Isle of Wight just metresfrom the lapping, glisteningSolent. With its 23 acres ofgrounds, its elegantlylandscaped gardens and itsmarvellous sea views,Bembridge Coast is the idealplace from which to explorethe island that occupyingRomans called ‘Vectis’.

Each night of your stay features one of theseasonal days, starting with ‘Christmas’ andending with a fantastic ‘New Year’s Eve’Party. You will be welcomed with a hottoddy and a mince pie that will set thescene for tasty festive menus, fabulouscabaret and even carol singing with FatherChristmas! During your stay a whole hostof activities will be available during thedaytime, along with first class eveningentertainment.

Included excursionIf you feel like a change of scenery, we haveincluded a scenic tour of the Isle of Wight.

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Warner Dickensian ChristmasThoresby HallElegant Thoresby Hall was built in the 19th century as home tothe Manvers family. With its turrets, balustrades, gabled towersand finely wrought iron gates, it is an ornate example ofVictoriana and a reminder ofthe exuberance of 19thcentury architecture. Beginyour Christmas celebrationswith an enjoyable stay at thisattractive and historic hotel;there has been a mansionhouse on the site since the16th century.

What better way to bring the stories ofyesteryear to life than to hear first hand talesof the past? The Thoresby Players is a termwhich dates back to medieval times, andthe Players will be performing several‘vignettes’ – entertaining and informativeplays – around the house which bring to lifeThoresby’s past. In addition, there is a widerange of daytime activities and first classevening entertainment for you to enjoy.

Included excursionIf you’d like to join us on a day out, weinclude a visit to nearby Chatsworth House,which will be dressed beautifully forChristmas, with this year’s theme beingVillains & Dames.

WarnerLeisure Hotel BreaksOn a Warner Leisure break you’ll understand what it means tobe spoilt for choice. With a great variety of almost everything –great accommodation, great food, great things to do and ofcourse, great festive themed entertainment each night.

Warner Thoresby Hall�� Nottinghamshire

This elegant 19th century house hasmany original Victorian features and issurrounded by ancient Sherwood Forest.Bedrooms are en-suite with TV,telephone, tea/coffee making facilities,trouser press and hair dryer. Facilitiesinclude the Pierrepont Restaurant, bar,lounge, spa facilities, sauna and steamroom. Mobility Grade: 5 – Locality –grounds all level. Hotel – lift to all areas.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Admission to Chatsworth Housewhich is ‘Dressed for Christmas’• Extensive facilities and daytime leisureactivities • High quality and variedentertainment • Our own courier service

Warner Bembridge Coast Hotel�� Isle of Wight

Enjoying an idyllic position nearBembridge and offering an excellentrange of all the recreational facilities andentertainment. Bedrooms are en-suitewith TV, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and radio. Facilities includelounge, bars, restaurant and extensiveentertainment facilities. MobilityGrade: 4 – Grounds fairly flat. Hotelhas a lift. There is some walkingbetween the accommodation andmain hotel facilities.Please note: single rooms are instandard chalets, not in the hotel.These are of a 3-star standard, tastefullydecorated with en suite, TV and teaand coffee making facilities. Twin anddouble rooms are in the hotel complexand are 4-star.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Scenic tour of the Isle of Wight• Extensive daytime leisure activities andfacilities • High quality entertainmenteach evening • Our own courier service

5 Day Tour

Mon 3 – Fri 7 Dec 2012 £394Single room £NILHoliday insurance £19.50


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Tour ItineraryDay 1 – A leisurely drive, making a stop forlunch en route before continuing to theoutskirts of Norwich, arriving at our hotelduring the afternoon. There is time to settlein and relax a little before dinner.Day 2 – A free morning to exploreNorwich, followed by lunch in the hotelbefore we travel to Thursford in the earlyafternoon. Every year from mid-Novemberuntil Christmas, this little village in NorthNorfolk stages the largest Christmasspectacular in England. Over 100professional musicians, singers and dancerspresent a musical celebration. This lavishproduction of colour, light, music anddancing creates a never-to-be-forgottenatmosphere that captures the magic andfun of Christmas. There will be a little freetime to browse in the gift shop and to visitFantasy Land before taking your seat for theevening performance. At the end of theshow we return to our hotel.Day 3 – Leaving the hotel we spend a littletime over the lunch period in Ely, with itsancient, narrow streets, timbered housesand cathedral that can be seen for milesaround. From here we turn homeward.

Marriott Sprowston Manor�� Wroxham, Norfolk

This stately manor house exudes ahistoric charm combined with moderntouches. The picturesque grounds aresheltered by ancient oak trees.Bedrooms are en-suite with TV,telephone, tea/coffee making facilitiesand hair dryer. Facilities includerestaurant, bar, café bar, indoor pool,spa bath, sauna and steam room.Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality generallylevel. Hotel few steps to public areasand leisure facilities but ramps available.Lift to 2nd and 3rd floors, 8 stepsleading to 1st floor.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 2 nights halfboard • Excursions to Norwich and Ely• Entrance ticket to eveningperformance of ‘The ChristmasSpectacular’ • Admission to FantasyLand • Our own courier service

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Tour ItinerarySunday – We travel through North Wales toHolyhead for our afternoon sailing toDublin, then on to our hotel in Bray.Monday – After breakfast we take a scenicdrive through the beautiful woodedWicklow Mountains, a protected NationalPark and home to many rare species,including red deer and the peregrinefalcon. We return to our hotel in theafternoon for a Christmas decorationmaking demonstration with audienceparticipation! Following dinner there willbe further entertainment.Tuesday – A full day excursion to CountyKildare, synonymous with Irish horseracing.Our first stop is the Irish National Stud andJapanese Gardens, where we take a guidedtour through the paddocks and yard andfree time to explore the museum.Wednesday – We spend a full day in thefair city of Dublin, starting with a visit to theButlers Chocolate Experience, with its newlyopened visitor centre. Experience howcocoa is transformed into chocolate treatsfrom creamy fudges to chocolate novelties –perfect for your Christmas tree. Tonight weenjoy a traditional Christmas dinner,followed by a Christmas cocktaildemonstration and tasting.Thursday – After receiving a souvenirChristmas gift it’s time to return home!We make our way back to Dublin for our

return sailing to Holyhead, enjoyingbreakfast on board. Then make the finalleg of our journey back home.

The Esplanade Hotel�� Bray, Ireland

Situated on the Bray seafront withfantastic sea views and beautifulpromenade. You can enjoy everymodern facility in this beautiful historicHotel. Bedrooms are en suite satelliteTV, hairdryer, alarm and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Facilities includerestaurant, cocktail bar and outstandingviews. Mobility Grade: 4 – The hotelis on a level and has a lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Christmas decorationdemonstration • Admission to ButlersChocolate Experience • Guided tour ofthe Irish National Stud • Scenic drivethrough Wicklow Mountains • Free timein Dublin • Our own courier service

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Thursford Spectacular Bray

3 Day Tours

Fri 9 – Sun 11 Nov 2012 £318Tue 13 – Thu 15 Nov 2012 £318Tue 11 – Thu 13 Dec 2012 £318Single room £40Holiday insurance £14.50

Tours depart by 9.00am approx.Return by 5.00pm approx.Not included: 2 lunches and 1 dinner

5 Day Tour

Sun 18 – Thu 22 Nov 2012 £434Single room £63Holiday insurance £19.50


Thursford ChristmasSpectacularThursford is the ultimate Christmas musical experience and isthe most popular Christmas show of all time in England. It is ablend of exciting Christmas entertainment, with Christmassongs, carols, stunning dancers, beautiful costumes,outstanding music and singing. Prepare to be dazzled!

Ireland –Made for ChristmasThis enjoyable tour is a new festive break to Ireland’s EastCoast, combining seasonal entertainment, expert Christmasthemed demonstrations, gifts and great hospitality, with awarm Irish welcome.

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Tour ItineraryFriday – We travel north, calling at York enroute with time to have lunch and explore alittle. Perhaps visit the magnificent Minster,wander along the Shambles or step back intime at the Jorvik Viking Centre. Wecontinue to our hotel, with time to settle inbefore dinner.Saturday – After a relaxed breakfast wedepart for Durham where there is time toexplore the wonders of the ChristmasFestival. Some interesting highlights includethe hugely successful Craft & Gift Marqueeon Palace Green that features over 180 stallsselling a wide variety of gifts, perfect forChristmas presents and the local foodmarket in the Cathedral Cloisters where ashort services of favourite carols andreadings also takes place. There is time tosee the St Nicholas children’s lanternprocession before we return to our hotel.Sunday – The fascinating Bowes Museumhas an important collection of treasuresincluding fine art, ceramics, textiles anddress. There is plenty of time to explorethe wide variety of exhibits and to see thefamous silver swan. We continue home tothe Midlands with memories of a fabulousweekend.

Mercure George Washington Hotel�� Washington

The Mercure George Washington HotelGolf and Spa is an independentlyowned 3-star hotel, golf and leisurecomplex located on the outskirts ofNewcastle upon Tyne. Bedrooms areen-suite with TV, telephone, tea/coffeemaking facilities and hair dryer.Facilities include restaurant, bar,lounge area, indoor pool and gym.Mobility Grade: 3 – Locality:Generally level. Hotel: Level entranceand lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 2 nights halfboard • Visits to York and DurhamChristmas Festival • Admission to theBowes Museum • Our own courierservice

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York –St Nicholas FayreYork is a special city at any time of the year but particularly so in therun up to Christmas. Carol singers and buskers add to the atmosphereas you browse the many market stalls, which offer a range of gifts,crafts and items from across the region. All in all, a heartwarmingFestive experience!

Tour ItineraryFriday – Travelling north we are in York intime for lunch, leaving the afternoon free toexplore this delightful city. Perhaps visit theMinster, the Jorvik Viking Centre or theNational Railway Museum. Alternatively,relax in the riverside lounge at the hoteland watch the world go by.Saturday – A whole day to explore atleisure. In addition to the wonderful Minsterand the excellent shops, there is theSt Nicholas Market which has a Christmasmagic of its own – perhaps try to visit afterdark when it has a special magical appeal.For those looking for that gift that is a littledifferent, try the individual and sometimesquirky stalls in the web of narrow streets thatsurround the Minster. There is a specialmedieval market with live crafting, mulledwine and costumed traders. You will also findlittle tearooms where you can rest awhile andinspect your purchases. Colourful streettheatre and buskers add to the generalChristmas goodwill.Sunday – We travel to the nearby spa townof Harrogate. There is time to explore andperhaps treat yourself to a delicious ‘fatrascal’ at the world famous Betty’s TeaRoom. We return home to the Midlands inthe early afternoon.

The Queen’s Hotel�� Skeldergate, York

A well-appointed, friendly hotel, well likedby our clients and located on the banks ofthe River Ouse, in the heart of the city.Bedrooms are en-suite with television,telephone, tea/coffee making facilities andhair dryer. Facilities include RoyalBrasserie and bar/lounge overlooking theriver.Mobility Grade: 5 – City:Generally level, some cobbles. Hotel: Haslift or slope alternative to all steps.

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• Door to door service • 2 nights halfboard • Free time to explore York• St Nicholas Christmas Fayre • Excursionto Harrogate • Our own courier service

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Fri 30 Nov – Sun 2 Dec 2012 £224Single room £40Holiday insurance £14.50


3 Day Tour

Fri 30 Nov – Sun 2 Dec 2012 £219Single room £40Holiday insurance £14.50



Durham Christmas FestivalDurham’s award winning annual Christmas Festival transformsthe World Heritage Site of the cathedral and castle groundsinto a festive feast of entertainment with a Craft and GiftMarquee on Palace Green, Local Food Producers Market, StNicholas Children’s Lantern Procession and a visit from Santa.

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Tour ItineraryFriday – We travel to Dover to catch ourferry to Calais and then onto our overnightstay in Reims.Saturday – We continue our journeythrough impressive scenery and arrive atour hotel, after a welcome drink there istime to settle in before dinner.Sunday – An excursion to Jobin, the centrefor traditional Swiss arts and crafts since1835. We continue onto Interlaken forlunch before returning to our hotel foran afternoon at leisure.Monday (Christmas Eve) – Today is atleisure to enjoy our resort. Before dinnerthere is an option to take a torch lit forestwalk followed by a warming glass of mulledwine and gingerbread.Tuesday (Christmas Day) – A relaxingday to make the most of the hotel’s facilitiesand location. Perhaps take a stroll in thelocal town. In the afternoon enjoy aChristmas lunch with entertainment.Wednesday (Boxing Day) – A morningvisit to the Sherlock Holmes museum thenonto Aplentower by cable car, the viewingplateau high above Meiringen. We return toour hotel in plenty of time for dinner withmusical entertainment.Thursday – We head homewards andinto France for our overnight stay.Friday – We continue with a leisurelyjourney to Calais to join our ferry, thenhome to the Midlands.

Park Hotel du Sauvage�� Meiringen, Switzerland

An impressive Art Nouveau hotel built in1880 with all the updated moderncomfort and pleasant atmosphere in aconvenient central location. Bedroomsare en suite with TV, radio, telephoneand mini-safe. Facilities includerestaurant, bar, lounge, winter gardenand terrace. Mobility Grade: 4 – Hotelhas a few steps to entrance. Lift to allfloors. Location – generally flat.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 7 nights halfboard • Return ferry via Dover/Calais(75 mins) • Lunch on Christmas Day• Sleigh ride in Grindewald • Torch litforest walk • Christmas entertainmentprogramme • Admission to SherlockHolmes museum and Jobin• Alpentower cable car ride• Our own courier service

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Tour ItinerarySaturday – To Dover to join our ferry toCalais, then through Belgium and intoGermany to reach Boppard. Relax and enjoya welcome drink before dinner. After dinner,enjoy a gentle walk with the hotel owner.Sunday – A lovely scenic excursion topicturesque Koblenz, where the Mosel meetsthe Rhine. There is time for lunch before wereturn to Boppard mid-afternoon.Monday (Christmas Eve) – Enjoy anoptional gentle ramble through some lovelylocal scenery. We return to the hotel forsome warming soup and the afternoon isfree to relax and enjoy the hotel’spicturesque location. An aperitif precedesour 5 course evening meal.Tuesday (Christmas Day) – A relaxingday to make the most of the hotel’s facilitiesand location; perhaps take a dip in theindoor pool or join in with a gentle guidedwalk. In the afternoon, there is a visit fromFather Christmas, who may have a littlesomething for you! Enjoy music from apianist, with the chance to sing somecarols. Enjoy Christmas dinner ‘Germanstyle’ this evening.Wednesday (Boxing Day) – A boat cruisethis morning to the Lorelei rock, with a lighthearted quiz on board. Enjoy views of the14th century castle Kurtrierische Burg, alongwith Bad Salzig and the pilgrimage town ofKamp-Bornhofen. We return to Boppard inthe afternoon and dinner this evening isaccompanied by live musical entertainment.

Thursday – Leaving Boppard, we journeyback to Calais and join the ferry for Doverand home.

Bellevue Rhinehotel�� Boppard

Our delightful hotel is located in thecentre of Boppard, overlooking thepromenade and the river and isdecorated in ‘belle epoque’ style.Bedrooms are en-suite with TV,telephone and hairdryer. Facilitiesinclude bar and restaurant with riverviews, indoor pool, sauna and steamroom. Mobility Grade: 3 – Locality –fairly flat. Lift to all floors, few stepsto entrance.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 5 nights halfboard, including Christmas dinner• Musical entertainment • Return ferryvia Dover/Calais (75 mins) • Excursionto Koblenz Christmas Market • Optionalguided walks • Visit from FatherChristmas • Boat cruise • Our owncourier service

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Fri 21 – Fri 28 Dec 2012 £984Single room £56Holiday insurance £41


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Sat 22 – Thu 27 Dec 2012 £774Single room £70Holiday insurance £36


Christmas in SwitzerlandSwitzerland is famous for its spectacular scenery and breath-taking views. Highlights of our tour include a visit to theSherlock Holmes museum, torch lit forest walk and a sleigh ridein Grindewald.

Christmas in Boppardon The RhineSpend Christmas at a first class hotel in one of the mostpicturesque parts of Germany. Our itinerary includes highlightsof the area such as Koblenz and a Rhine boat cruise, where youcan relax and enjoy the scenery.

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Tour ItinerarySunday – We travel south to Portsmouth,where we board our afternoon ferry to theisland. We are met with tea and mince piesat our hotel, with time to settle in before a3 course dinner and festive quiz.Monday (Christmas Eve) – Afterbreakfast we enjoy a drive along the southcoast of the island. We break our journey atYarmouth where there is free time for lunchbefore returning to our hotel for a galaChristmas dinner and entertainment.For those who wish there is the option toattend midnight mass.Tuesday (Christmas Day) – Take yourtime over breakfast and enjoy the hotelsfacilities. In the afternoon watch theQueen’s Speech and tuck into a deliciousChristmas Day lunch. A buffet dinner isfollowed by an evening of entertainment.Wednesday (Boxing Day) – We take ascenic excursion to the village of Godshill.We return to our hotel in the afternoon intime for our buffet lunch. The afternoon isat leisure, why not take a stroll in the freshsea air before enjoying a 3 course dinnerfollowed by entertainment.Thursday – Homeward bound today, butwith time for a lunch stop along the way.Note: Entertainment may change slightly.

Bourne Hall Hotel�� Shanklin

This elegant country house hoteloccupies an impressive positionoverlooking the coast just outsideShanklin Old Village originally built forone of Queen Victoria’s ladies inwaiting. Bedrooms are en-suite withTV, hairdryer and tea/coffee makingfacilities. Facilities include restaurant,bar, large lounge and pools. MobilityGrade: 2 – There is no lift and all thepublic areas are accessible without anysteps except for the cinema.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Lunch on Christmas Day andBoxing Day • Return ferry,Portsmouth/Isle of Wight • Sceniccoastal drive • Excursion to Godshill• Christmas entertainment programme• Our own courier service

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Tour ItinerarySunday –We begin with a short journey toBirmingham Airport for our flight. On arrivalin Jersey we are met and transferred to ourhotel in St Aubin. After dinner, we take anevening excursion to view local housesdecorated with beautiful Christmasilluminations.Monday (Christmas Eve) – A midmorning transfer to the island’s capital,St Helier. Perhaps browse the individualshops or visit one of the museums, suchas the award winning Maritime Museum.We return to our hotel in the afternoon,with time to relax before dinner, which isfollowed by entertainment.Tuesday (Christmas Day) – The morningis free for you to enjoy the hotel’s facilities.After our delicious Christmas lunch with allthe trimmings, relax and watch the Queen’sSpeech. We round off the day with dinnerand an evening of entertainment.Wednesday (Boxing Day) – A morning‘mystery drive’ has been arranged for youto see some of the sights of this picturesqueisland. A free afternoon is followed bydinner and entertainment.Thursday – Enjoy a morning scenic coachexcursion, taking in the west of the inland.We return to our hotel before transferringto the airport for our flight back toBirmingham, where our feeder is waitingto return us home.

Somerville Hotel�� St Aubin, Jersey

Nestling on the hillside, overlooking theyachting harbour and village of St.Aubin, the Somerville is one of the finestcountry house luxury hotels in Jerseyand is well known for its warm welcome.Bedrooms are en suite with TV,telephone, bathrobes, safe, tea/coffeemaking facilities and hairdryer.Facilities include the AA rosetteawarded Tides Restaurant, heatedoutdoor pool, terrace and immaculategardens. Mobility Grade: 2 – Groundsand location on a hillside. Hotelgenerally level with occasional steps.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Return flights from Birmingham• Coach transfers • Christmas lunch• Christmas lights excursion • ‘Mystery’excursion • Scenic coastal excursion• Airport Taxes • Our own courier service

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Sun 23 – Thu 27 Dec 2012 £744Single room £NILSea view £76Holiday insurance £31.50

Tour departs by 12.20pm approx.Returns by 7.30pm approx.Not included: 4 lunches

5 Day Tour

Sun 23 – Thu 27 Dec 2012 £678Single room £NILHoliday insurance £19.50


Touch of Extra LuxuryAn Island Christmasin JerseyJersey is a picturesque island with spectacular scenery at anytime of year. This elegant and stylish hotel is the perfect placeto spend a relaxing Christmas in first class surroundings, withexcellent service and AA rosette award-winning cuisine.


Christmas on theIsle of WightSteeped in history with stunning unspoilt scenery and a wealthof attractions, from historic sites to natural delights. Our tourincludes a delightful scenic drive and visit to Godshill. A lovelylocation in which to spend Christmas.

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You will be welcomed with a festive drinkreception in the Pavilion Bar and on eachnight of your stay there will be a fabulouslyentertaining cabaret performance.On Boxing Day there will be a spectacularfireworks display on the terrace – so wrapup warm! During your stay a whole hostof activities will be available during thedaytime.

Included ExcursionIf you feel like a change of scenery wehave included an optional excursion tothe historic town of Harrogate.Note: Entertainment may change slightly.

Warner Nidd Hall�� North Yorkshire

A Grade II-listed retreat set in 45 acresof beautiful grounds in the heart of theYorkshire. Bedrooms are en suite withTV, tea/coffee making facilities andhairdryer. Facilities include restaurants,lounges, bars and entertainment venue.Mobility Grade: 4 – Grounds fairlyaccessible with some slopes and longerwalks between areas of the hotel. Liftto most areas.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Extensive daytime leisureactivities and facilities • Qualityentertainment each evening • Visit toHarrogate • Our own courier service

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Tour ItinerarySunday – We journey south to reach thecharming and elegant resort of Sidmouth,making a stop for our included lunch andarriving at our hotel in time for afternoontea. There is time to settle in before a tastydinner, which is followed by low keyentertainment.Monday (Christmas Eve) – A scenicdrive today along the coast, returning toSidmouth for lunch at our hotel, followedby a free afternoon. Enjoy a tasty afternoontea and later in the evening, dinner will beaccompanied by carol singers.Tuesday (Christmas Day) – A morningto relax before a traditional Christmaslunch. Enjoy Christmas cake and mincepies as you watch the Queen’s Speechand perhaps take in the sea air.Dinner this evening is a light buffet.Wednesday (Boxing Day) – Afterbreakfast, why not take a stroll along thesea front and watch the traditional charityswim, before returning to the hotel formorning coffee? After lunch, relax andenjoy the atmosphere of the hotel beforeour final dinner.Thursday – We make a stop en route forour included lunch before returning to theMidlands.Note: Entertainment may vary slightly.


One of our clients’ favourites and forover 50 years under the direct andcareful management of its owners, theSeward family. The hotel enjoys a superbseafront location on the Esplanade withexcellent sea views. Bedrooms are en-suite with television, radio, telephoneand tea/coffee making facilities.Facilities include two sea view loungesand attractive dining room. MobilityGrade: 5 – Resort: On the level. Hotel:On the level. Few steps. Lift to mostfloors. Steps to some bedrooms.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights fullboard • Daily morning coffee andafternoon tea at the hotel • Gentleentertainment • Scenic coastalexcursion • Our own courier service

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Tour departs by 11.00am approx.Returns by 3.30pm approx.This tour is full board

Armchair Christmas inSidmouth atThe Kingswood & DevoranSidmouth is an elegant resort and the perfect place to spenda relaxing Christmas. Our programme is designed for thosewho prefer a low key version of the festivities in the tranquilatmosphere of this ever popular hotel.

Warner ChristmasNidd HallSet in 45 acres of verdant parkland, this magnificent Grade IIlisted mansion was built in the 1820’s for Benjamin Rawson, awealthy Bradford wool merchant, on the site of an Elizabethanmanor house. The gift for pastiche, which characterisedarchitecture of the late Georgian/Victorian periods, deliveredto Nidd Hall a stunning potpourri of decorative styles; fromthe Tuscan columns and dome capitals of the west front, tothe huge stained-glass panels which so exquisitely illuminatethe interior.

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Christmas in CarmarthenCarmarthen is a bustling market town where you will find ahappy mixture of old and new and is the ideal location fromwhich to explore the attractions of this lovely part of Wales.

Tour ItinerarySunday – We make our way to southWales, making a stop in Cardiff Bay thenon to our hotel, where we are met with awelcoming cream tea. There is time to settlein before our festive cocktail and canapésreception and three course dinner followedby some traditional harp music.Monday (Christmas Eve) – Afterbreakfast, enjoy a ride out to Tenbydescribed as an ‘English town on theWelsh coast’. We return to the hotel for arefreshing cup of tea then its eye’s down fora few games of Bingo. In the evening dinneris followed by songs and carols performedby the local church choir.Tuesday (Christmas Day) – Its ChristmasDay! After breakfast we join Santa for coffeearound the tree and to unwrap yourpresents. A traditional Christmas lunch isserved in the early afternoon. Don’t forgetthe Queen’s Christmas Speech followed bytea and Christmas cake. In the eveningthere will be an informal buffet followed bya feature film show.Wednesday (Boxing Day) – Boxing daystarts quietly with a leisurely breakfast afterwhich there is an optional excursion toSwansea for a few hours of sales shopping.We return to the hotel for lunch and anafternoon at leisure. A further dinner bycandlelight followed by music andentertainment.

Thursday – We depart our hotel today,returning home via Abergavenny beforearriving in the Midlands.

Ivy Bush Royal Hotel�� Carmarthen

A welcoming independent hotel with avery friendly staff, located 10 minuteswalk from the shopping centre.Bedrooms are en-suite with TV,telephone, hairdryer, iron and tea/coffeemaking facilities. Facilities includerestaurant, large bar and spaciouslounge. Mobility Grade: 3 –Immediate locality reasonably flat.Hotel: One step to entrance with rampalternative. Small lift to all floors.

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• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Lunch on Christmas Day andBoxing Day • Visits to Cardiff Bay andTenby • Christmas entertainmentprogramme • Our own courier service

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York at ChristmasYork is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe and provides acaptivating backdrop to a celebration of Christmas. Enjoy thefestivities at one of our most popular hotels, along with a visitto the pantomime and free time to explore this delightful andhistoric city.

Tour ItinerarySunday – We arrive at our hotel in timefor a light lunch you will have time tosettle in and perhaps explore a little.Join fellow guests for a welcome drinksreception, before dinner followed by afun game of bingo.Monday (Christmas Eve) – After atraditional English breakfast we enjoy agentle ride out to Ripon and Harrogate,before returning in time to relax before ourthree course dinner, followed by an eveningof musical entertainment. For those whowish, there is the opportunity to attendMidnight Mass.Tuesday (Christmas Day) – Spend arelaxing morning before our four courseChristmas lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy theviews from the lounge or bar and watch theQueen’s Speech. Alternatively, a stroll alongthe riverbank might help make room for thebuffet served in the evening. To round offthis special day join in the Christmas Quiz.Wednesday (Boxing Day) – Thismorning is free to enjoy the hotel’s riversidelocation, or perhaps explore the historiccentre of the city. Christmas would not becomplete without a visit to the pantomimeand we enjoy a matinee performance of‘Sleeping Beauty’ at the local theatre.After dinner, enjoy an evening of magic.Thursday – Our journey home includes a

convenient stop for lunch before wehead south.Note: Entertainment may change slightly.

The Queen’s Hotel�� York

A friendly hotel, well appointed andanxious to please, located on the banksof the River Ouse in the heart of the cityand well-liked by our clients.Bedrooms are en-suite with TV,telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffeemaking facilities. Facilities include theRoyal Brasserie, bar and loungeoverlooking the river. Mobility Grade:5 – City: Generally level. Hotel: Has liftor slope alternative to all steps.

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• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Christmas Lunch • Light lunchon arrival day • Excursion to Ripon andHarrogate • Christmas entertainmentprogramme • Pantomime visit• Our own courier service

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Tour ItinerarySunday – After departing Henley we visitTrentham Shopping Village, bursting withgift ideas and several food outlets. Wecontinue to our hotel and enjoy a festivecream tea on arrival. There is time to settlein before enjoying a delicious dinner withlight entertainment from a vocalist.Monday (Christmas Eve) – Following ahearty breakfast we take a scenic drive intothe Peak District National Park visitingBakewell, before returning to the hotelwhere we will be met with traditional musicand carol singing. A pianist will accompanyus during an exquisite 3 course dinnerbefore an optional trip to the local churchfor midnight mass. Mince Pies and a festivedrink await our return.Tuesday (Christmas Day) – A day offood, food and more food with plenty ofrelaxation. A traditional Christmas lunch isserved followed by entertainment providedby the hotel including a visit from Santa anda treasure hunt in the hotel grounds. Finishthe day with a light 3 course buffet followedby live musical entertainment.Wednesday (Boxing Day) – After arelaxing breakfast we are back amongstthe splendor of the Peak District NationalPark and a visit to Buxton. After lunch wehead to the opera house to see Peter Pan.Back at the hotel we enjoy a 4 coursegala dinner followed by an evening of

music and dancing.Thursday – Today we return home makinga convenient stop for lunch en route.

Shrigley Hall Hotel�� Pott Shrigley, Cheshire

This impressive 19th century formermanor house sits in 262 acres ofcountryside on the edge of the PeakDistrict National Park. Bedrooms areen-suite with TV, telephone, tea/coffeemaking facilities, hairdryer and trouserpress. Facilities include restaurant,Courtyard bar, lounge, leisure centreand indoor pool. Mobility Grade: 3 –Grounds: Relatively flat, with occasionalhilly sections. Hotel: Few steps in publicareas. There is a lift.

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• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Lunch on Christmas Day • Visitsto Trentham Shopping Centre, Bakewelland Buxton • Christmas entertainmentprogramme • Pantomime visit • Ourown courier service

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Tour ItinerarySunday – We travel south with a suitablestop for lunch en route, arriving at our hotelmid-afternoon and enjoy a welcome mincepie. Relax in before a drinks reception,followed by a tasty dinner, music anddancing.Monday (Christmas Eve) – We begin ourday with a visit to Poole Pottery, returningto our hotel in time for afternoon tea whichis followed by a fun festive quiz. Dinner isaccompanied by carols from the SalvationArmy and followed by an evening of musicalentertainment.Tuesday (Christmas Day) – Afterbreakfast, join the hotel Manager for aputting competition with the chance totest your skills and win prizes! TraditionalChristmas lunch is followed by an afternoontea dance and Christmas cake. In theevening, tuck into a buffet and then tryyour luck at the Race Night!Wednesday (Boxing Day) – A freemorning before a buffet lunch, boardingour coach once more for the short journeyto the theatre for the afternoonperformance of ‘Sleeping Beauty’. There istime to relax before a gourmet dinner,which is followed by live musicalentertainment.Thursday – Today we travel through thescenery of the New Forest to Lyndhurst,continuing to Beaulieu, where we enjoy aguided tour of the Palace House. Listen tocarols in front of the log fire and enjoy aglass of punch; there is also time to enjoythe Abbey, Gardens and the SOE Exhibition.We return to the hotel with chance to join

in with the ‘cash prize bingo’ and afternoontea. Our final dinner is followed by musicthrough the decades.Friday – After a farewell brunch, we leavethe hotel to return home, making a lunchstop en route.

The Queens Hotel�� Bournemouth

A first class hotel ideally situated in theheart of Bournemouth’s East Cliff, only ashort walk from the busy town centre.Bedrooms are en-suite with TV,telephone, tea/coffee facilities, trouserpress and hair dryer. Facilities includegarden room, lounge, bar, indoor pool,spa bath, sauna and steam room.Mobility Grade: 3 – Locality fairlylevel, some steps in the garden area.Hotel has ramp alternative to steps intothe main entrance, steps to leisurefacilities. Lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 5 nights halfboard • Lunch on Christmas Day andBoxing Day • Christmas entertainmentprogramme • Afternoon tea • Excursionsto the New Forest and Poole• Admission to Beaulieu • Pantomimevisit • Our own courier service

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Christmas in BournemouthBournemouth is a cosmopolitan resort and a perfect locationin which to enjoy Christmas. We are pleased to include this6 day Christmas break in our programme for a third year.The extensive fun-filled entertainment programme is sure toleave you with lasting memories.Christmas in Cheshire

This tour is based in the lovely Cheshire countryside and ourscenic itinerary takes in highlights of the stunning scenery ofthe Peak District National Park, some interesting visits and adelightful festive programme.

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Tour ItineraryMonday (Christmas Eve) – We make ourway to East Anglia and on to our hotel,where we are met with mulled wine andmince pies. Enjoy a festive buffet lunch withthe afternoon free to settle in and enjoy thehotel’s facilities and surroundings, alongwith afternoon tea. Pre-dinner champagneis accompanied by carol singers. Afterdinner, there is the opportunity to attendMidnight Mass; hot chocolate and cookieswill be waiting for you on your return.Tuesday (Christmas Day) – Enjoy a bucksfizz breakfast and a relaxing morning,before tucking into a traditional Christmaslunch. If you have space left, enjoyafternoon tea as you watch the Queen’sSpeech. A buffet dinner is followed by anevening of entertainment.Wednesday (Boxing Day) – Perhapsenjoy the hotel’s leisure facilities thismorning. A buffet lunch is followed by avisit to Norwich for the matineeperformance of the pantomime ‘Aladdin’.The remainder of the afternoon is free torelax in our hotel before a Gala dinner,and then music for dancing.Thursday – We enjoy an interesting guidedtour of historic Norwich today on board ourcoach. We return to the hotel and enjoyour final dinner together.Friday – It’s time for us to return home andwe make a stop for lunch in Bury St Edmunds.Note: Entertainment may change slightly.

Marriott Sprowston Manor�� Wroxham, Norfolk

This stately manor house exudes ahistoric charm combined with moderntouches. The picturesque grounds aresheltered by ancient oak trees.Bedrooms are en-suite with TV,telephone, tea/coffee making facilitiesand hair dryer. Facilities includerestaurant, bar, café bar, indoor pool,spa bath, sauna and steam room.Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality generallylevel. Hotel few steps to public areasand leisure facilities but ramps available.Lift to 2nd and 3rd floors, 8 stepsleading to 1st floor.

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• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Christmas lunch • 2 furtherlunches • Guided coach tour of Norwich• Festive entertainment programme• Afternoon tea • Pantomime visit• Visit to Bury St Edmunds • Our owncourier service

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Tour ItineraryMonday (Christmas Eve) – We travelnorth and after a convenient stop for lunch,arrive at our hotel on the southern edge ofthe Yorkshire Dales. Afternoon tea is servedby the log fire and after settling into yourroom and surroundings we enjoy a delicious3 course dinner with entertainment.Tuesday (Christmas Day) – A morningto relax before a grand 5 course Christmaslunch, in the afternoon watch the Queen’sSpeech and enjoy Christmas cake andmince pies. Perhaps take a stroll throughsome of the 1400 acres of beautifulYorkshire Dales countryside that the hotelis set in or take part in some entertaininggames in the lounge.Wednesday (Boxing Day) – Afterbreakfast we journey to see the local townsof Skipton and Haworth before continuingto the Bradford theatre to see the CinderellaStory, we return to the hotel in the lateafternoon in time for another delicious mealwith entertainment.Thursday – Our journey home takes us viaHarrogate to York, where lunch can betaken, arriving home in the Midlands in thelate afternoon.

Coniston Hotel�� Coniston Cold, Nr Skipton

This impressive hotel offers excellentservice and is set amidst 1400 acres ofspectacular Yorkshire Dales scenery,centered round a 24-acre lake.Bedrooms are en suite with TV,telephone, tea/coffee making facilities,Wi-fi, trouser press and hair dryer.Facilities include restaurant and bar.Mobility Grade: 3 – Locality fairlylevel. Hotel level. No lift, but groundfloor rooms are available on request.

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• Door to door service • Our owncourier service • 3 nights half board• Lunch on Christmas Day • Pantomimevisit • Visit to Skipton and Haworth• Christmas entertainment programme

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Christmas in NorfolkFollowing excellent feedback from our customers over the lastcouple of years, we are delighted to return to the first classMarriott Sprowston Manor Hotel. With friendly service,excellent facilities and delicious food, this is the perfect placeto spend Christmas. We include a visit to the pantomime.

Christmas in theYorkshire DalesThe Yorkshire Dales are home to sublime scenery, interestingattractions and friendly locals. The tranquil setting of our hotelis perfect for those who prefer a low key version of festivities.Enjoy crisp mornings when the Dales are wonderfully calm andprovide a dramatic panorama.

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Tour ItineraryMonday (Christmas Eve) – Making astop for lunch on the way, we arrive inScarborough during the afternoon withtime to settle in to our hotel. In the eveningenjoy a wine reception, dinner and musicalentertainment.Tuesday (Christmas Day) – After aleisurely breakfast take part in an armchaircompetition ‘guess the weight of the cake’followed by mid-morning coffee. In theafternoon enjoy a festive Christmas lunchand if there’s room Christmas tea and cake.In the evening there will be a carvedChristmas buffet with entertainment.Wednesday (Boxing Day) – After aleisurely breakfast and morning coffee,take part in the dominoes, darts andcarpet bowls competitions. Cream teaand scones will be served in the afternoon.In the evening enjoy a sumptuous dinnerwith entertainment.Thursday – We begin our day with agentle drive to the market town of

Helmsley, where lunch can be taken inone of the many café’s and restaurants.We return to the hotel in the afternoon viaMalton, famed for its hat and shoe shops.Friday – After a farewell breakfast we leavethe hotel to return home making a lunchstop en route.

The Esplanade Hotel�� Scarborough

This comfortable and friendly hotel,with first class service occupies acommanding position on Scarborough’sSouth Cliff with fantastic views over thebay. Bedrooms are en suite with TV,tea/coffee making facilities. Facilitiesinclude restaurant, bar, lounge andgames room. Mobility Grade: 3 –a long level frontage and lift to allfloors. Note: Entertainment maychange slightly.

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• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Lunch on Christmas Day andBoxing Day • Festive entertainmentprogramme • Competitions • CreamTea • Visit to Helmsley & Malton• Our own courier service

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Tour ItineraryMonday (Christmas Eve) – We drivenorth with a convenient stop for luncharriving at our hotel in the early afternoon.We will be greeted with afternoon tea withtime to settle in before a cocktail receptionwith entertainment from the Lakes HandBell Ringers, delicious dinner and anoptional visit to the local church for theChristmas service to round off the evening.Tuesday (Christmas Day) – Possibly thebest day of the year! After breakfast simplyrelax. In the afternoon a traditionalChristmas lunch. The remainder of theafternoon is free with the Queen’s Speechbeing televised and wine tasting. In theevening after a splendid buffet round offthe day with live musical entertainment.Wednesday (Boxing Day) – After aleisurely breakfast enjoy a leisurely teadance. There will be pre-dinner drinks inthe early evening with a gala dinner andBurnside Fun Casino.Thursday – After breakfast enjoy a morningat leisure. A light buffet lunch will be servedin the hotel before a pantomimeperformance and lavish dinner.Friday – A full Cumberland breakfast willset you up for the journey home to theMidlands, we include a convenient stopen route for lunch.

The Burnside Hotel�� Bowness-on-Windermere

A peaceful and secluded hotel thatinvites you to relax, located in gardenswith views over Lake Windermere andclose to the steamer pier and villagecentre. Bedrooms are en-suite withtelevision, telephone, hairdryer andtea/coffee making facilities. Facilitiesinclude restaurant, bar, lounge, heatedindoor pool, spa, steam room andsauna. Mobility Grade: 4 – Grounds:The grounds have slopes Hotel: Rampaccess to front entrance and all publicrooms. Lift serves all floors.Note: Entertainment may changeslightly.

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Christmas in ScarboroughWe are pleased to return to The Esplanade Hotel, overlookingtwo sweeping bays, with a busy fishing harbour and old town.Scarborough offers a charming combination of seafaringtraditions, beautiful vistas and modern entertainment.

Christmas in theLake DistrictThe scenery of the Lake District is truly breathtaking with highcraggy mountains, picturesque little villages, a wealth of faunaand flora and beautiful lakes producing stunning reflections.

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• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Christmas lunch • 1 lightlunch • Christmas entertainmentprogramme • Pantomime performance• Our own courier service

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Tour ItineraryMonday (Christmas Eve) – We travel tothe south west, making a suitable lunchstop en route. Enjoy refreshments on arrivaland then relax and settle in before a cocktailreception, which is followed by dinner andcarols sung by Torridge Male Voice Choir.Tuesday (Christmas Day) – It’s ChristmasDay! Enjoy a lazy morning or perhaps join inwith some of the fun competitions arrangedby the hotel. A Manager’s cocktail party isfollowed by a delicious 5-course Christmaslunch. If you have room, enjoy afternoontea and relax before a Christmas themedbuffet. Round off the day with party gamesand a light hearted quiz.Wednesday (Boxing Day) – Relax thismorning, perhaps taking the opportunityto explore picturesque Bideford. In the earlyafternoon, we head to Barnstaple for aperformance of ’Robin Hood’. Oh yes wedo! We return to our hotel with time torelax before dinner, after which you can tryyour luck with ‘A Night at the Races’.Thursday – This morning we make ourway to the Atlantic Shopping Village withtime for lunch. In the afternoon, we makethe short drive to RHS Garden at Rosemoor,where you can explore the Visitor Centreand enjoy the Winter Sculpture Exhibition.This evening, dinner at our hotel is followedby musical entertainment.Friday – This morning, we take a sceniccoastal drive to Lynton and Lynmouth, withtime for lunch before we travel back to theMidlands.

The Royal Hotel�� Bideford

Standing at the eastern end of theancient Bideford Bridge, the Royal Hotelis steeped in history. As Bideford’s finesthotel, you can rely on the Royal for awarm Brend Hotels welcome amongstylish and peaceful surroundings.Bedrooms are en-suite with tea/coffeemaking facilities, TV, telephone, hairdryer. Facilities include RegencyRestaurant, lounge and bar area.Mobility Grade: 4 – Location andhotel fairly level, slight hill into town.Lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Christmas lunch • Visit toAtlantic Shopping Village • Pantomimevisit • Scenic coastal excursion • Freetime to explore Bideford • Christmasentertainment programme • Visit toRHS Garden Rosemoor • Our owncourier service

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Tour ItineraryMonday (Christmas Eve) – We travel tothe south west, making a suitable lunchstop en route. Enjoy refreshments on arrivaland then relax and settle in before theevenings entertainments begin with acocktail reception, dinner, jubilee choir andVictorian party games.Tuesday (Christmas Day) – MerryChristmas! Relax this morning before afabulous Christmas carvery lunch and join inwith some fun competitions. We round offthe day with a Christmas cocktail party,festive themed buffet, a fun game of bingoand festive quiz.Wednesday (Boxing Day) – Anothermorning of leisure. In the early afternoonwe head to the Queens Theatre for apantomime performance of Robin Hood.Upon returning to our hotel, relax beforedinner, then ‘A Night at the Races’.Thursday – Today we travel to the twintowns of Lynton and Lynmouth where thereis time for lunch and to explore before weboard a train on the narrow gauge Lynton& Barnstaple Railway for a short return ridethrough the lovely Devon scenery beforeenjoying a mince pie and hot drink atWoody Bay Station. We return to ourhotel for a relaxed evening dinner.Friday – We return home today, makingtime for convenient lunch stop before wetravel back to the Midlands.

The Barnstaple Hotel�� Barnstaple

Recently refurbished and expanded, theBarnstaple Hotel is the ideal place torelax and unwind. Use it as a base forexploring North Devon’s attractions andbeauty spots. Bedrooms are en suitesatellite TV and tea and coffee makingfacilities. Facilities include restaurant,spacious lounges, bar, coffee shop andan onsite health and leisure club withheated indoor and outdoor pool, gymand spa. Mobility Grade: 4 – Localityflat. Hotel: All public rooms are on theone floor. Lift to all floors.

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• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Christmas lunch • Visit toLynton & Lynmouth • Pantomime visit• Free time to explore Barnstaple• Christmas entertainment programme• Our own courier service • Train ride

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Mon 24 – Fri 28 Dec 2012 £634Single room £NILHoliday insurance £19.50Discount for RHS members



Christmas in Bidefordwith Brend HotelsFollowing excellent feedback from our last Christmas tour atthe Royal Hotel in 2011, we are pleased to return once again.This Brend hotel offers a warm welcome, a comprehensiveentertainment programme and high standards of food andservice. A lovely location in which to spend Christmas!

Christmas in Barnstaplewith Brend HotelsFollowing excellent feedback on Brend Hotels over the past fewyears, we are delighted to offer our first Christmas tour to theBarnstaple Hotel. A high standard of food and service as well asa diverse festive entertainments programme awaits you.

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Warner New YearNidd HallSet in 45 acres of verdant parkland, thismagnificent Grade II listed mansion was builtin the 1820’s for Benjamin Rawson, a wealthyBradford wool merchant, on the site of anElizabethan manor house. The gift forpastiche, which characterised architecture ofthe late Georgian/Victorian periods, deliveredto Nidd Hall a stunning potpourri ofdecorative styles; from the Tuscan columnsand dome capitals of the west front, to thehuge stained-glass panels which so exquisitelyilluminate the interior.

New Year inBarnstapleNorth Devon is a delightful mixture ofdramatic coastline and magnificent moorlandscenery, sprinkled with unspoilt resorts,bustling market towns and quaintly namedvillages. Barnstaple is a delightful destinationin which to welcome the New Year.

New Year inBidefordA wonderful location in which to welcome inthe New Year. Highlights of this break includea New Year Gala Dinner, a chance to seeBideford’s firework display and a visit to thepantomime. Be sure to join us!


Standing at the eastern end of the ancient BidefordBridge, the Royal Hotel is steeped in history. You can relyon the Royal for a warm Brend Hotels welcome amongstylish and peaceful surroundings. Bedrooms are en-suite with tea/coffee making facilities, TV, telephone, hairdryer. Facilities include Regency Restaurant, lounge andbar area. Mobility Grade: 4 – Location and hotel fairlylevel, slight hill into town, lift to all floors.

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• Door to door service • 3 nights half board • New Year’sEve Gala Dinner • Visit to the Atlantic Shopping Village• Evening entertainment • Pantomime visit • Free timeto explore Bideford • Our own courier service

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Sun 30 Dec 2012 – Wed 2 Jan 2013 £448Single room £NILHoliday insurance £15.50Tour departs by 10.00am approx.Returns by 4.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

Warner Nidd Hall�� North Yorkshire

A Grade II-listed retreat set in 45 acres of beautifulgrounds in the heart of the Yorkshire. Bedrooms are ensuite with TV, tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryer.Facilities include restaurants, lounges, bars andentertainment venue. Mobility Grade: 4 – Groundsfairly accessible with some slopes and longer walksbetween areas of the hotel. Lift to most areas.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights half board • Extensivedaytime leisure activities and facilities • Qualityentertainment each evening • Visit to Harrogate• Our own courier service

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Sat 29 Dec 2012 – Wed 2 Jan 2013 £648Single room £NILHoliday insurance £19.50Tour departs by 10.00am approx.Returns by 4.00pm approx.Not included: 3 lunches

You will be welcomed with a festive drink reception in thePavilion Bar and on each night of your stay there will be afabulously entertaining cabaret performance. On New Year’sDay there will be a spectacular fireworks display on theterrace – so wrap up warm! During your stay a whole hostof activities will be available during the daytime.

Included ExcursionIf you feel like a change of scenery we have included anoptional excursion to the historic town of Harrogate.Note: Entertainment may change slightly.

The Royal & Fortescue Hotel�� Barnstaple

The historic atmosphere of this hotel has been preservedin the comfortable rooms, offering every modernconvenience without sacrificing the hotel’s traditionalcharm. Bedrooms are en suite satellite TV and tea andcoffee making facilities. Facilities include restaurant,spacious lounges, bar, coffee shop, bistro. MobilityGrade: 4 – Locality flat. Hotel: All public rooms are onthe one floor. Lift to all floors.

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• Door to door service • 3 nights half board • Visit tothe Pantomime • Free time in Barnstaple • Visit toLynton and Lynmouth • Our own courier service

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Sun 30 Dec 2012 – Wed 2 Jan 2013 £458Single room £NILHoliday insurance £15.50Tour departs by 10.00am approx.Returns by 4.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

Tour ItinerarySunday – We travel to the North Devon market town ofBarnstaple with a convenient lunch stop en route. Let thecelebrations begin with dinner, followed by musicalentertainment.Monday (New Year’s Eve) – A free morning to exploreBarnstaple, you may however wish to relax in our hotel oruse the facilities of the health and leisure club of our sisterhotel, The Barnstaple Hotel. In the afternoon we pay a visitto the pantomime to see Robin Hood at the QueensTheatre. After a cocktail reception and Gala Dinner, ourevening continues with music and dancing!Tuesday (New Year’s Day) – We welcome in theNew Year with a visit to the nearby towns of Lynton andLynmouth, we return to the hotel in the afternoon viathe seaside towns of Combe Martin, Ilfracombe andWoolacombe. Dinner will again be followed by musicand entertainment.Wednesday – Its time to return home but not before ashort visit to the riverside resort of Bideford and aconvenient lunch stop later in the day.

Tour ItinerarySunday – We travel to the south west, pausing for lunch inWells and arriving at our hotel in the afternoon. Enjoyrefreshments on arrival and then relax before dinner and alight hearted quiz.Monday (New Year’s Eve) – This morning we travel toLynton and Lynmouth, before we make our way to thetheatre in Barnstaple to see Robin Hood. We return to ourhotel before tucking in to champagne cocktails whichprecede our delicious Gala Dinner. There is music fordancing and at midnight enjoy the town’s sparkling fireworkdisplay from our great vantage point at the hotel.Tuesday (New Year’s Day) – Take it easy this morningbefore we leave the hotel in the late morning for a scenicdrive to the Atlantic Shopping Village. There’s time for lunchhere before we return back to our hotel. Dinner at our hotelthis evening is followed by musical entertainment.Wednesday – It’s time to return home and we make aconvenient lunch stop en route before continue our journeyback to the Midlands.

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Warner EasterCricket St ThomasWe are pleased to return once again to theever popular Cricket St Thomas. The housewas designed by Sir John Soane and is setwithin glorious landscaped gardens based ona design by Capability Brown and is famousas a film location for ‘To The Manor Born’.There is a fully equipped leisure centre withswimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym.In the evening, enjoy top class cabaret andentertainment.

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Easter in Suffolk &Constable CountryThe picturesque county of Suffolk offers avariety of activities. Highlights of our Eastertour include a guided tour of ‘ConstableCountry’, a visit to Beth Chatto Gardens anda cruise on the River Cam.

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This friendly family run hotel is located very close to thesea, bandstand, Wish Tower, Winter Gardens andDevonshire Park. Bedrooms are en-suite withtea/coffee making facilities, TV, radio and telephone.Facilities include restaurant, lounge, bar and spaciousdining room. Mobility Grade: 4 – The resort andhotel are on the level. Hotel has isolated steps and a liftserving most floors.

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• Door to door service • 4 nights half board• Easter egg • Excursions to the South Downs,Brighton and Tenterden • Entertainment on threeevenings • Our own courier service

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Thu 28 Mar – Mon 1 Apr 2013 £398Single room £24Holiday insurance £19.50Tour departs by 10.00am approx.Return by 5.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

Easter inEastbourneThe elegant seaside town of Eastbourne issheltered by the rolling expanse of the SouthDowns and the towering cliffs of Beachy Head.We take in some highlights includingTenterden, Brighton Pavilion and thespectacular scenery of the South Downs.

Tour ItineraryThursday – We travel to the Sussex Coast, making aconvenient stop en route, with time for lunch. Arriving inthe elegant seaside town of Eastbourne, we have time torelax and settle in.Friday (Good Friday) – An enjoyable excursion throughthe pretty villages nestling in the Downs, followed by ascenic coastal drive. We return to lovely Eastbourne, withthe afternoon free to explore and enjoy the atmosphere.Saturday – Today, we travel to nearby Brighton for ourguided tour and visit the impressive Pavilion. There is freetime for lunch and further exploration of this attractiveand timeless resort before we return to our hotel.Sunday (Easter Sunday) – Today we travel throughthe Sussex countryside, continuing into the Kentish Wealdto Tenterden with its wide tree-lined main street.This picturesque ‘Cinque Port’ is known as ‘The Jewel ofthe Weald’ and its fine High Street ranks amongst the mostattractive in the country.Monday (Easter Monday) – Our return journey includes aconvenient lunch stop in Windsor.

Stoke by Nayland Hotel�� Nr Colchester

A modern country hotel set in 300 acres of undulating‘Constable Country’ within a designated Area ofOutstanding Natural Beauty. Bedrooms are en suitewith TV, telephone, iron, trouser press and hair dryer.Facilities include the Lakes Restaurant and Bar, spawith indoor pool, gym, treatment rooms and an 28 holegolf course. Mobility Grade: 5 – Locality level. Hotel islevel with a lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights half board • Easter egg• Guided tour of Constable Country • Admission toBeth Chatto Gardens • Visits to Stamford, Colchester,Aldeburgh, Southwold and Cambridge • Cruise on theRiver Cam • Our own courier service

5 Day Tour

Fri 29 Mar – Tue 2 Apr 2013 £447Single room £90Holiday insurance £19.50Tour departs by 10.00am approx.Returns by 5.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

Cricket St Thomas�� Chard, Somerset

This elegant Regency style mansion dates back to 1820and is set within beautiful landscaped gardens withequally stunning views. Bedrooms are en-suite with TV,telephone, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer andtrouser press. Facilities include restaurant, loungeareas, the Pavilion entertainment room, swimming pool,sauna and steam room. Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality –Fairly level. Hotel – ramp alternative to steps into themain entrance and restaurant. Lift to all floors includingthe Pavilion Room.Please note that there is some walking betweenthe accommodation and the main hotelfacilities.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • Our own courier service• 3 nights half board • Excursion to Sidmouth• Admission to Forde Abbey & Gardens • Guided tour ofCricket St Thomas • Extensive daytime leisure activitiesand facilities • High quality entertainment

4 Day Tour

Fri 29 Mar – Mon 1 Apr 2013 £394Single room £NILHoliday insurance £15.50Tour departs by 10.00am approx.Returns by 3.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

There is a wide range of activities on offer during your stay,but if you feel like exploring a little, we have arranged twoexcursions:• Sidmouth, a small charming and elegant seaside townwith beautiful views and interesting shops returning viaSeaton and Lyme Regis• Forde Abbey and Gardens, an elegant former Cistercianmonastery with 30 acres of award winning gardens,including a kitchen garden

Tour ItineraryFriday (Good Friday) – We travel to East Anglia, pausingfor lunch in the Lincolnshire town of Stamford and arrivingat our hotel mid-afternoon.Saturday – Colchester is our destination today – Britain’soldest recorded town. We continue on to Beth Chatto’sGardens with 6 acres of beautiful water gardens.Sunday (Easter Sunday) – We discover idyllic villageson our guided tour of ‘Constable Country’, includingunspoilt East Bergholt, the birthplace of the famous painter.We see the church at Dedham and the area around Flatford.We continue through Lavenham, one of Britain’s bestpreserved medieval villages.Monday (Easter Monday) – We travel to the coast today,visiting Aldeburgh and Southwold, known for its brightlycoloured beach huts.Tuesday – It’s time to return home today via Cambridge,where we enjoy a relaxing river cruise on the River Cam,with free time to explore some of the sights of thisatmospheric university city.

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Tour ItineraryTuesday – Our journey south takes usinitially to the spa town of Bath where youmay wish to visit one of the manyattractions this Georgian town has to offer.We continue to Bournemouth in time for

you to settle into your surroundingsbefore dinner.Wednesday – After breakfast we take a tripto the City of Salisbury where we include aguided tour of the 13th century Cathedralwhich boasts Britain’s tallest spire. We return

to Bournemouth in the afternoon with timeto relax before dinner.Thursday – Today we take an excursioninto the New Forest stopping at Burley,Lyndhurst and Bucklers Hard. We return tothe hotel with time to relax before we enjoya gala dinner evening.Friday – A morning to relax and enjoy abuffet lunch before we depart on ourhomeward journey to the Midlands.

The Hotel Miramar�� Bournemouth

Superbly situated overlookingBournemouth Bay and offering veryhigh standards of food, décor andservice. Bedrooms are en-suite with TV,radio, telephone, tea/coffee makingfacilities and hairdryer. Facilitiesinclude terrace lounge, bar lounge,patio, executive lounge and restaurant.Mobility Grade: 3 – Resort: Level clifftop walks, gradients to shopping centreand pier. Hotel: Level location. Lift toall floors.

Your tour includes

• Door to door service • Our owncourier service • 3 nights half board• Visit to Bath and Burley • Guided tourof Salisbury Cathedral • Admission toBucklers Hard

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BournemouthThe Miramar is a great favourite with our customers and is theperfect base for our itinerary. Bournemouth itself offers clean,sandy beaches, a fine pier, attractive promenade and over3,000 acres of award-winning parks and gardens which bringtranquillity into the heart of the town.

4 Day Tour

Tue 8 – Fri 11 Jan 2013 £279Single room £NILHoliday insurance £15.50Tour departs by 9.00am approx.Returns by 5.30pm approx.Not included: 3 lunches

Tour ItinerarySaturday – We travel to Dover to take ourferry crossing to Calais, continuing south forour overnight stay near Dijon.Sunday – We continue our drive south,

crossing the border into Spain and reachingour hotel for our six night stay.Monday – Today is free to relax, settle andfamiliarise yourself with your surroundings.Tuesday – We travel to Barcelona for our

guided tour of the vibrant capital ofCatalonia and home to Antonio Gaudi’squirky house and his unfinishedmasterpiece, the Sagrada Familia Cathedral.Wednesday – Today we travel to thenearby town of Cambrils which offers aselection of boat trips. Enjoy lunch in one ofthe many harbour side cafes, famous for thefresh seafood. Visit the Torre del Port watchtower and museum before we drive to Reus,the birthplace of Antonio Gaudi. We returnto our hotel in time for dinner.Thursday – After breakfast we take amorning visit to the Benedictine monasteryof Montserrat, perched on a stunningmountain range with amazing rockformations and where the Escalonia choirsings every day in the cathedral.The afternoon is at leisure.Friday – Today is free for that last minuteshopping, sightseeing and relaxing in ourhotel and resort.Saturday – We leave our resort behind as

we travel to Dijon for our overnight stay.Sunday – Today we continue north andreach Calais for our return ferry crossing andcontinue our way home to the midlands.

Estival Park Hotel Resort�� Salou

This excellent 4 star hotel, situated onthe beautiful coastal resort of La Pinedanear Salou. Bedrooms are equippedwith air conditioning, satellite television,safety deposit boxes and balconies.Facilities outdoor pools with sunterraces, landscaped gardens and stateof the art spa facilities. MobilityGrade: 4 – The resort and hotel are onthe level. Hotel has a lift to all floors.

Your tour includes

• Door to door service • 8 nights halfboard • Guided tour of Barcelona• Visits to Cambrils and Monserrat• Free time in Salou • Own courierservice

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Montserrat

Sun, Sea & SalouWith golden beaches, deep blue waters and a dramaticallyrugged coastline, the Spanish Costas offer an ideal holidaydestination all year round. Highlights of this tour include;Barcelona, Cambrils and Montserrat.

9 Day Tour

Sat 12 – Sun 20 Jan 2013 £738Single room £135Holiday insurance £42Tour departs by 5.00am approx.Returns by 9.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

Tour ItinerarySunday – We travel to the South West,making a suitable lunch stop en route andarriving at our hotel in the afternoon.Monday – Today we travel to Barnstaple.Discover for yourself the Longbridge overthe River Taw’s Atlantic Estuary, St Mary’sChurch with its crooked spire, and manyother fascinating glimpses into the history ofthis Saxon town. In the afternoon we visitthe Royal and Fortescue Hotel for a cream

tea before returning to our hotel.Tuesday – Bideford is a small port town onthe estuary of the River Torridge. Today isfree to explore this charming town why notvisit Bideford’s indoor Pannier Market, wereturn to our hotel in time for dinner.Wednesday – After a leisurely breakfast wemake our way to Dartington Crystal whereyou can learn the fascinating story of over40 years of Crystal during our factoryexperience. We include some time for lunch

before returning to our hotel.Thursday – We venture into the ruggedmoorland of Exmoor National Park andexperience the charm of the coast as wereach Lynton perched high on the cliffsabove is twin town, Lynmouth before wetravel back to the Midlands


Standing at the eastern end of theancient Bideford Bridge, the Royal Hotelis steeped in history. As Bideford’s finesthotel, you can rely on the Royal for awarm Brend Hotels welcome amongstylish and peaceful surroundings.Bedrooms are en-suite with tea/coffeemaking facilities, TV, telephone, hairdryer. Facilities include RegencyRestaurant, lounge and bar area.Complimentary leisure facilities areavailable at the nearby Barnstaple Hotel.Mobility Grade: 4 – Location andhotel fairly level, slight hill into town.Lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Excursions to Barnstaple• Admission to Dartington Crystal• Our own courier service • Cream tea

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The Royal Hotel BidefordThis Brend hotel offers a warm welcome and a high standard offood and service, a wonderful location for a winter warmer break.

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Sun 20 – Thu 24 Jan 2013 £329Sun 10 – Thu 14 Feb 2013 £329Single room £NILHoliday insurance £19.50Tours depart by 10.00am approx.Return by 4.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

Tour ItinerarySunday – A leisurely journey to the WestCountry, making a convenient stop forlunch en route, arriving in Barnstaple duringthe afternoon.

Monday – Today is free to explore lovelyBarnstaple. Discover for yourself theLongbridge over the River Taw’s AtlanticEstuary, St Mary’s Church with its crookedspire, and many other fascinating glimpses

into the history of this Saxon town.There is also a range of shoppingexperiences available.Tuesday – Today we visit Bideford’s indoorPannier Market allowing time for lunch. Inthe afternoon we make our way toDartington Crystal where you can learn thefascinating story of over 40 years of Crystalmaking during our factory experience.Wednesday – A gentle ride into thedelightful Devon countryside. We ventureinto the rugged moorland of Exmoornational Park and experience the charm ofthe coast as we reach Lynton perched highon the cliffs above is twin town, Lynmouth,where we make a stop for a cream tea andreturn through Ilfracombe and Brauton.Thursday – After a leisurely breakfast weleave Barnstaple and return home, making aconvenient lunch stop en route.

The Royal & Fortescue Hotel�� Barnstaple

The historic atmosphere of this hotelhas been preserved in the comfortablerooms, offering every modernconvenience without sacrificing thehotel’s traditional charm. Bedroomsare en suite satellite TV and tea andcoffee making facilities. Facilitiesinclude restaurant, spacious lounges,bar, coffee shop, bistro. MobilityGrade: 4 – Locality flat. Hotel: Allpublic rooms are on the one floor.Lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Excursions to Bideford PannierMarket, Lynton and Lynmouth• Admission to Dartington Crystal• Our own courier service • Cream tea

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The Royal & Fortescue inBarnstapleBarnstaple is said to be the oldest borough in the kingdomand was founded at the lowest crossing point of the River Tor.This attractive town is a convenient centre for touring.

5 Day Tours

Sun 27 – Thu 31 Jan 2013 £348Sun 24 – Thu 28 Feb 2013 £348Single room £NILHoliday insurance £19.50Tours depart by 10.00am approx.Return by 4.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

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Tour ItineraryFriday – We arrive in London aroundlunchtime, making our way to CoventGarden where there is time for lunch beforeour optional sightseeing excursion, whichtakes in some of the major sights in thistimeless and iconic city.Saturday – Today is free to explore atleisure. Nearby sights include KensingtonPalace and The Royal Albert Hall. Why notmake the most of London’s museums with avisit to the British Museum, the Imperial WarMuseum or the Science Museum. Thisevening, choose a restaurant for dinner andperhaps take in a top West End show.Sunday – After a hearty breakfast and withyour energy renewed, you are free to oncemore explore your favourite attractions.If shopping is on your list of favouritepastimes, you will be spoilt for choice.Favourite areas include Covent Garden,Oxford Street, Westfield Shopping Centre,along with Portobello and Camden marketsfor a more local flavour. Alternatively,perhaps visit Greenwich, or stroll and takein some of the famous sights such asBuckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey,the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben andChinatown. We return home in the eveningwith memories of a fabulous weekend.

The Regency Hotel�� London

This 4 star hotel reflects the refinedsplendor of the Royal Borough ofKensington & Chelsea. Traditionalregency style architecture complimentsthe relaxed town house atmosphere.Bedrooms are en suite with flat screenTV, tea/coffee making facilities, and hairdryer. Facilities include the PavilionRestaurant, Pavilion Terrace and cocktailbar, room service and gym. MobilityGrade: 5 – Locality – generally level.There is level access to all areas of thehotel and a lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• 2 nights bed and breakfast • Centrallylocated 4 star hotel • Sightseeingexcursion • Free time to explore Londonattractions

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Fri 21 – Sun 23 Dec 2012 £198Fri 15 – Sun 17 Feb 2013 £198Fri 22 – Sun 24 Mar 2013 £198Single room £79Holiday insurance £14.50

Tours depart by 8.00am approx.Return by 7.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches and dinners,porterage, admission charges to anyattractions. Door to door service £30per person

London WeekendThe exciting and vibrant capital city has something foreveryone, whether museums, shopping or sightseeing.Our centrally located, 4 star hotel is situated close to theRoyal Albert Hall and Kensington Palace. An excellent valueshort break and not to be missed!

Battle of the BargesOur tour is dedicated to the bomber aircraft from Lincolnshirethat attacked the German barges and inflicted a lot of damageduring a series of raids from RAF Waddington. A highlight ofour tour is a presentation by a Battlefield Tour Guide on theBattle of the Barges.

Tour ItineraryTuesday – We take a scenic drive toLincolnshire. After a stop for lunch we visitthe Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centrewith the opportunity to view a Lancasterbomber whilst it taxis around and to explorethis fascinating museum. We continue to ouratmospheric hotel, with time to settle in andrelax before dinner, which is followed by apresentation on the Battle of the Barges by aBattlefield Tour Guide.Wednesday – A visit today to RAFScampton, the winter home of the RedArrows. We included a guided tour to makethe most of our visit. Then to HemswellAntiques where there is time for lunchbefore we continue to RAF Waddington.Explore the heritage centre, view somerecently recovered wreckage and hearthe story of the aircraft and its crew.Thursday – RAF Digby is our destinationthis morning; we visit the fully restoredFighter Command Operations Room in itsoriginal 1937 bunker, which is home to aunique archive of documents, photographsand equipment. We continue to the NewarkAviation Museum, which has 70 significantaircraft and cockpits on display beforereturning home to the Midlands.

Petwood Hotel�� Woodhall Spa

A hotel of character retaining manyoriginal features, including extensiveoak panelling and a beautifully carvedmain staircase. Set in 30 acres ofgrounds and surrounded by maturewoodland, lawns and gardens the hotelwas home to the officers mess of 617Squadron, the famous ‘Dambusters’.Bedrooms are en-suite with TV,telephone and tea/coffee facilities.Facilities include bar, lounge,restaurant and snooker room. MobilityGrade: 5 – Locality: On a level location.Hotel: Level. The hotel has a lift. Stepsto main entrance which can be avoided.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 2 nights halfboard • Visits to RAF Waddington andRAF Digby Operations Room Museum• Guided tour of RAF Scampton• Admission to Lincolnshire AviationHeritage Centre and the NewarkAviation Museum • Battlefield TourGuide talk • Our own courier service

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Tue 6 – Thu 8 Nov 2012 £274Single room £NILHoliday insurance £14.50


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Tour ItinerarySunday – We leave the Midlands and driveto Lincolnshire. After a stop for lunch wevisit RAF Waddington. Explore the heritagecentre, view some recently recoveredwreckage and enjoy a talk on the Lancasterand the Manchester, its ill-fated predecessor.We continue to our hotel, with time to settlein and relax before dinner, which is followedby a presentation by a leading ‘Dambusters’historian.Monday – A visit this morning to RAFScampton, the winter home of the RedArrows. We include a guided tour to makethe most of our visit. In the afternoon wehead to Hemswell Antiques where there istime for lunch, then onto to the Battle ofBritain Memorial Flight Visitors Centre inthe afternoon, where we have a guided tourof the hangar.Tuesday – Today we visit the LincolnshireAviation Heritage Centre, home to theLancaster Bomber, with time for lunch.We continue to the Newark AviationMuseum, which has 70 significant aircraftand cockpits on display before returninghome to the Midlands.

Petwood Hotel�� Woodhall Spa

A hotel of character retaining manyoriginal features, including extensiveoak panelling and a beautifully carvedmain staircase. Set in 30 acres ofgrounds, lawns and gardens the hotelwas home to the officers mess of 617Squadron, the famous ‘Dambusters’.Bedrooms are en-suite with TV,telephone and tea/coffee facilities.Facilities include bar, lounge,restaurant and snooker room. MobilityGrade: 5 – Locality: On a level location.Hotel: Level. The hotel has a lift. Stepsto main entrance which can be avoided.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 2 nights halfboard • Presentation by leading‘Dambusters’ historian • Visit to RAFWaddington • Guided tour of RAFScampton • Guided tour of Battle ofBritain Memorial Flight Visitors Centre• Admission to Lincolnshire AviationHeritage Centre and the NewarkAviation Museum • Battlefield TourGuide • Our own courier service

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Tour ItineraryMonday – We begin our journey north toScotland, making a stop en route for lunchand arriving at our comfortable hotel inLoch Lomond in the afternoon. Aftersettling into your room enjoy a welcomedrink and dinner followed by a storytellingpresentation about the local clans, includinga weaponry display and highland dress.Tuesday – After breakfast we take a scenicdrive of the Trossachs one of the mostscenic areas of Scotland, where we include astop for a light lunch. We return to our hotelin the afternoon with time to relax beforeour Burns Supper followed by a traditionalScottish night of music and dance.Wednesday – Today we take a trip to thewonderful Stirling Castle, abundant withsplendor, colour and glorious craftsmanship;enter the world of Scotland’s RenaissanceKings & Queens. Before returning to thehotel we make a stop in Stirling allowingtime for lunch. In the evening we will host aquiz with Scottish theme.Thursday – Today is free to explore yourglorious surroundings. The village ofDrymen is a popular spot with interesting

shops, pubs and restaurants.Friday – We return home today with aconvenient stop en route.

The Winnock Hotel�� Loch Lomond

Situated on the pretty village green inthe conservation village of Drymen,with the oldest part of the buildingdating back to the late 1700’s formerlya coaching inn, The Winnock has beenlovingly restored and tastefullyextended to its present day form,offering guests a cosy and comfortablespace to relax in. Bedrooms are en-suite with tea/coffee making facilities,satellite TV, radio and telephone.Facilities include restaurant,conservatory, lounge and bar. MobilityGrade: 2 – The resort and hotel are onthe level. Hotel has no Lift.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Excursions to Stirling Castle• Visits to The Trossachs & Stirling• Entertainments programme• Burns supper • 1 light lunch• Own courier service

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Lincolnshire Aviation Museum

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3 Day Tour

Sun 10 – Tue 12 Feb 2013 £274Single room £NILHoliday insurance £14.50


5 Day Tour

Mon 21 – Fri 25 Jan 2013 £374Single room £48Holiday insurance £19.50


Loch Lomond Burns BreakPicture yourself soaking up the atmosphere of an 18th centuryInn near Loch Lomond, sitting beside the roaring log fire whilstplanning your day’s exploration of the beautiful surroundings.Our themed break is centred around the Scottish history ofJacobean and local clans and the traditions of a Burns Supper.

Dambusters Nostalgia andLincolnshireThis themed break is dedicated to the remarkable wartimeachievements of 617 ‘Dambusters’ Squadron, in the year ofthe 70th Anniversary of the elite group of men who carriedout the raid on the Mohne, Eder and Sorpe Dams in May 1943.A highlight of our tour is a presentation by a leading‘Dambusters’ historian.

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Your Cruise Includes

• Door to door service • Embarkationpoint Tilbury • Port taxes • 1 Gradecabin • 14 nights full board • Full onboard entertainment programme• Optional excursion programme• Our own courier service

Land of the Northern Lights CruiseDiscover the haunting winter landscape sailing along the stunningNorwegian coastline and across the Arctic Circle in search of thespectacular Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights. This atmosphericdisplay of green and pink light dancing across the sky is one ofnature’s wonders and Narvik, Tromsø and Alta are among the best

places in Norway to witness thisphenomenon.

Date Arrive Depart Destination

Thu 28 Late PM Tilbury UK

Fri 1 Early AM Late PMAmsterdam,Netherlands

Sat 2 Late PM Late PM At Sea

Sun 3 Early AM Late PM Alesund, Norway

Mon 4 Early AM Late PM Svartisen, Norway

Tue 5 Early AM Late PM Narvik, Norway

Wed 6/Thu 7 Early AM Late PM Alta, Norway

Fri 8 Early AM Late PM Tromso, Norway

Sat 9 Early AM Late PM Sortland, Norway

Sun 10 Early AM Late PM At Sea

Mon 11 Early AM Late PM Andalsues, Norway

Tue 12 Early AM Late PM Bergen, Norwen

Wed 13 Early AM Late PM At Sea

Thu 14 Early AM Tilbury, UK

15 Day Cruise

Thu 28 Feb – Thu 14 Mar 2013 £1498Single Ocean View (10) £1152Holiday insurance (Please contact for details)Various supplements apply.

Departure and return times are to beconfirmed.Not included: Drinks, gratuities andadditional shore excursions

Marco Polo by South Quay Travel

With a traditional profile, beautiful teakdecks and distinctive dark blue hull,Marco Polo is a classic ocean liner.Leisure facilities include LivingstonLibrary, the Nansen Card Room and awide selection of bars and lounges.

Cabin CategoriesOG Voyager Ocean View Standard

Twin Cabin (Atlantic and CoralDecks)

Bathroom with shower, hair dryer and TV5 Single CabinPicture window, bathroom with shower,hair dryer and TV

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Tour ItineraryFriday – We travel to Llandudno, making astop en route for lunch. There is time tosettle into our hotel before a champagnecocktail and dinner followed byentertainment.Saturday – Enjoy a scenic drive thismorning through the stunning scenery ofthe Snowdonia National Park, making astop at the pretty town of Betws-y-Coed.The afternoon is free to enjoy Llandudno,or perhaps join in with the light-heartedquiz or a fun game of bingo at the hotel.This evening is ‘French Bistro Night’,which is followed by entertainment.Sunday – We head to Anglesey today,crossing the famous Menai Bridge with itsspectacular views of the Menai Strait. Wemake a stop in the atmospheric town ofBeaumaris, with its impressive castle beforereturning to Llandudno in the afternoon.There is the opportunity to join in with giantboard games in the hotel’s ballroom thisafternoon before a ‘Welcome to China’dinner, which is once again followed byentertainment.

Monday – We head to the historic city ofChester on our way home. There is time toexplore the shops, discover some of thehistory and to have lunch before we returnhome to the Midlands.

The Merrion Hotel�� Llandudno

In a prime position on the resort’spromenade and overlooking theVictorian pier and the magnificentsweep of Llandudno Bay. The Breamfamily have owned and run The Merrionfor three generations and are proud ofits position as one of Llandudno’sprincipal hotels. Bedrooms are en-suitewith TV, telephone and tea/coffeemaking facilities. Facilities includerestaurant, bar and lounge. MobilityGrade: 3 – Resort: Level seafront andshopping area. Hotel: Level, with a fewsteps. Ramp entrance. Lift to all floors.

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• Door to door service • 3 nights halfboard • Excursions to Snowdonia,Anglesey and Chester • Entertainmentduring your stay • Our own courierservice

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Fri 22 – Mon 25 Feb 2013 £328Single room £NILHoliday insurance £15.50


Gems of North WalesAn entertaining short break, during which we visit variouscorners of the culinary globe! This ever popular hotel isrenowned for its tasty food and excellent, friendly service.Other highlights of our itinerary include visits to scenicSnowdonia and historic Chester, as well as a light heartedentertainment programme.

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Tour ItineraryFriday – We travel north, where we make astop at the National Memorial Arboretum inStaffordshire, where there is time to exploreand to have lunch. We continue to Leeds,with time to settle in and enjoy our hotel’sfacilities.Saturday – This morning is free to explorethe regenerated and much underrated cityof Leeds. Perhaps visit nearby RoyalArmouries Museum, which is home to theUK’s collection of arms and armour orbrowse the wide variety of high street andindividual shops in the Victoria Quarter. Wemeet back at the hotel before departing forthe matinee performance of ‘The Good OldDays’, joining in with the banter and all theold songs. Many people have fondmemories of ‘The Good Old Days’ and thetheatre used for the series, the world-famous ‘City Varieties Music Hall’.

Sunday – We return home via the beautifulscenery of the Peak District, making a stopfor an included traditional Sunday lunch.

Marriott Leeds�� West Yorkshire

A modern, elegant, 4 star hotel in theheart of the city centre, just a short walkfrom many of the city’s attractions.Bedrooms are en suite with TV,telephone, iron/ironing board, trouserpress, tea/coffee making facilities andhair dryer. Facilities include tworestaurants and bars, leisure centre withindoor pool, spa bath and sauna.Mobility Grade: 5 – Locality is level.Hotel has ramp alternatives to all stepsand there is a lift to all floors.

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• Door to door service • 2 nights halfboard • Sunday lunch • Ticket tomatinee Performance of the Good OldDays • Free time to explore Leeds • Visitsto the National Memorial Arboretumand the Peak District • Sunday lunch• Our own courier service©

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Tour ItineraryFriday – We travel through North Wales toHolyhead for our afternoon sailing toDublin, then on to our hotel in Bray wherewe are met with a quenching welcomedrink.Saturday – Today we explore the scenicbeauty of the Wicklow Mountains and makea stop at Powerscourt House and Gardens,an example of one of the world’s finestgardens. We then head to Glendalough, anancient monastic site, then travel via thebeautiful wooded Vale of Clara to Avoca, thesetting of the popular BBC series‘Ballykissangel’.Sunday – After a hearty breakfast wehead to Dublin to witness the worldfamous St. Patrick’s Day Parade. You willbe entertained by an awesome display ofcreative talents, as international and Irishbands join performers, dancers and streettheatre companies. We return to our hotelin the early evening, for dinner followed byentertainment.Monday – A full day excursion to CountyKildare, synonymous with Irish horseracing.Our first stop is the Irish National Stud andJapanese Gardens, where we take a guidedtour through the paddocks and yard andfree time to explore the museum. We returnto our hotel in the early evening with timeto relax before we celebrate St Patrick’s witha traditional Irish dinner and entertainment.Tuesday – It’s time to return home! We

make our way back to Dublin for our returnsailing to Holyhead, enjoying breakfast onboard. Then make the final leg of ourjourney back home.


Situated on the Bray seafront withfantastic sea views and beautifulpromenade. You can enjoy every modernfacility in this beautiful historic hotel.Bedrooms are en suite with satellite TV,hairdryer, alarm and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Facilities includerestaurant, cocktail bar and outstandingviews.Mobility Grade: 4 – The hotel ison a level and has a lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Return ferry, Holyhead/Dublin• Admission to Powerscourt House andGardens • Visit to the St. Patrick’s DayParade, Glendalough and CountyKildare • Guided tour of the IrishNational Stud • Our own courier service

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Powerscourt House

5 Day Tour

Fri 15 – Tue 19 Mar 2013 £448Single room £61Holiday insurance £32.50

Tour departs by 8.00am approx.Returns by 5.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches.

The Good Old DaysThe Leeds City Varieties music hall is the best preserved musichall in the country and is the venue for the rousing show‘The Good Old Days’. Our centrally based, comfortable hotelis a great base for this nostalgic short break, which includesvisits to the National Memorial Arboretum and the PeakDistrict, along with Sunday lunch!

Shamrocks and SaintsBray and its surroundings offer some amazing scenery withmountains peaks and natural wilderness of the WicklowNational Park leading down to a spectacular coastline.A delightful location in which to celebrate traditional IrishSt. Patrick’s festivities.

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Tour ItineraryFriday – We travel east arriving at our hotelaround lunchtime. Enjoy the relaxingatmosphere of this city centre hotel andsettle in before our delicious evening meal.Saturday – After a relaxing breakfast thereis free time to explore the city ofCambridge. There is free time to exploreand have lunch, why not visit the impressivecathedral and many other architecturalhighlights or take a stroll along the canals.We return to our hotel in time for dinner.Sunday – Today we make our way tothe Duxford Autumn Air Show, in anoutstanding aerial spectacle, the very besthistoric and modern aircraft display in theskies over this famous airfield. Featuringcivilian and military aircraft, the showpresents a fantastically varied programme.We return to our hotel in time for dinner.Monday – After another leisurelybreakfast there is time to enjoy a last bit ofpunting in this quaint city before makingour way home to the midlands.

DeVere University Arms Cambridge��

Bathed in green lawn lies this is a ratherspecial historic hotel. It’s an education inquirky British charm and is famous for itshospitality, not to mention its guestsover the years from the Beatles to theKrays. Bedrooms are en suite with flatscreen TV, tea/coffee making facilities,hairdryer, iron and ironing board.Facilities include the Brooks Restaurant,beauty shop, room service and gym.Mobility Grade: 5 – Locality –generally level. There is level access to allareas of the hotel and a lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 3 nights halfboard • Free time in Cambridge• Excursion to Duxford Autumn AirShow • Our own courier service

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Such trust must not be abused and you canbe sure of a comfortable coach, good hotelaccommodation where you can relax andenjoy good hospitality and good fun! Wealso include an interesting itinerary whichwill cover about 350 miles of travel over the3 days, including the outward and returnjourneys. Lunch on the final day is includedand so too are quizzes, games and surprisesalong the way!

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 2 nights halfboard • Bedrooms are en-suite withTV and tea/coffee making facilities• A mystery excursion! • Sunday lunch• Our own courier service

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Fri 12 – Mon 15 Oct 2012 £375Single room £75Holiday insurance £15.50


3 Day Tour

Fri 22 – Sun 24 Mar 2013 £229Single room £40Holiday insurance £14.50


Mystery TourIf you are undecided which Johnsons’ Short Break to samplenext, why not add a touch of adventure and try one of ourpopular Mystery Weekends? On these well-loved breaks allwe can divulge is the date and price; the rest we leave to yourimagination! The destination may be north, south, east orwest – it may be seaside, it may be city, it may even becountryside…who knows!

Duxford Air ShowThis themed break is centred around the mesmerising DuxfordAir Show, a display of the very best in nostalgic and modernaircraft displays! Our delightful hotel is located in the heartof medieval Cambridge, set back from the hustle and bustle ofthe town.

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York ChristmasShopperTour ItineraryFriday – Departing Henley at 8.00am wetravel to York, with a convenient stop enroute, arriving in the city by approximately12.30am. Places to visit include:• The magnificent York Minster – one ofthe great cathedrals of the world.• The Shambles where you can pick upsome last minute Christmas presents.In the evening enjoy dinner and overnightstay at our hotel.

Saturday – This morning is free to enjoymore of York’s attractions, perhaps:• Take a ride on the open topped bus,an ideal way to see the city• Visit the fascinating Castle or NationalRailway Museum’s

Our homeward journey begins at 3.00pmand means that we reach Henley by 7.00pmapprox.

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The Queens Hotel�� York

The hotel is set on the banks of the RiverOuse right in the heart of the city.Bedrooms are en-suite with tea/coffeemaking facilities, a TV, telephone andhairdryer Facilities include restaurant, barand lounge. Mobility Grade: 5 – Locality:generally level. Hotel: lift or slope alternativeto steps.

Your Tour Includes

• Free, secure parking at Henley Coach Depot• All coach travel • 1 night half board • 3 starhotel • Free time to explore York

Liverpool andChesterTour ItinerarySaturday – Departing Henley at 8.30amwe travel directly to Liverpool, arriving inthe city by approximately 11.30am. Placesto visit include:• The Albert Dock, which is a WorldHeritage Site and offers an interesting arrayof waterfront shops, cafes and museums.• Museums include the Tate Gallery, theMaritime Museum and the ‘Beatles Story’which is a shrine to the legendary popgroup.Then board our coach for the short journeyto our hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Sunday – We depart our hotel afterbreakfast and make our way to the RomanCity of Chester, with time to explore thecity, perhaps:• Take a boat trip on the River Dee• Visit the city’s cathedral, Roman Walls orthe ‘rows’ shopping area

Our homeward journey begins at 3.30pmand our direct journey means that we reachHenley by 7.00pm approx.

Crowne Plaza�� Liverpool South

The hotel is set in a magnificently restored ArtDeco building, 6 miles out of the city centre.Bedrooms are en-suite with tea/coffeemaking facilities, a TV, telephone andhairdryer. Facilities include restaurant, barand lounge. Mobility Grade: 5 – Locality:flat. Hotel: No steps and lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Free, secure parking at Henley Coach Depot• All coach travel • 1 night half board • 4 starhotel • Free time to explore Liverpool

Weekend SpecialsWe are pleased to repeat these 1 night short breaks in our programme. They offer excellent value for money, whilst providing thesame comforts as our other tours including first class hotels, comfortable coaches and friendly drivers, along with the opportunityto experience some great locations. Tours depart from our Henley Depot, but we will be happy to arrange door to door service forjust £30 per person. To book simply call us on 01564 797 000 (option 0) and we will be happy to help.

2 Day Tour

Sat 3 – Sun 4 Nov 2012 £108Single room £18Holiday insurance £12

Tour departs by 8.30amReturns by 7.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches and entrancecharges to any attractions, courier/porterage.Door to door service £30 per person

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Harrogate,Ripon & The PeakDistrictTour ItinerarySunday – Departing Henley at 9.00am,we travel north to our destination with itscosmopolitan atmosphere, smart streets andquaint mews. We arrive mid afternoon, withtime to explore a little and perhaps:• Browse the selection of individual shopsand boutiques• Treat yourself to afternoon tea at theworld famous Betty’s Tea Rooms!We check in to our hotel with plenty oftime to relax before dinner and ourovernight stay.

Monday – This morning is free to enjoyHarrogate’s attractions. Why not:• Pay a visit to the town’s Turkish Baths andSpa to unwind• Browse antiques and unusual gifts in thestylish Montpellier Quarter

We leave Harrogate at 1.30pm and makeour way to Ripon, with its many attractionsincluding the cathedral and WorkhouseMuseum. We return to Henley at around5.00pm.

Harrogate Majestic Hotel��

A Victorian landmark in the heart of thisbustling spa town, surrounded by boutiquesand antique shops. Bedrooms are en-suitewith TV, telephone, tea/coffee makingfacilities, hairdryer and trouser press.Facilities include the restaurant, lounge andbar. Mobility Grade 4: – Locality – Fairlylevel. Hotel – Side entrance alternative tosteps into the main entrance. Lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Free, secure parking at Henley Coach Depot• All coach travel • 1 night half board • 4 starhotel • Visits to the Peak District and historicRipon • Free time to explore Harrogate

2 Day Tour

Sun 3 – Mon 4 Mar 2013 £108Single room £NILHoliday insurance £12

Tour departs by 9.00amReturns by 5.00pm approxNot included: All lunches and entrancecharges to any attractions, courier/porterage.Door to door service £30 per person.

2 Day Tour

Fri 21 – Sat 22 Dec 2012 £108Single room £18Holiday insurance £12

Tour departs by 8.00amReturns by 7.00pm approxNot included: All lunches and entrancecharges to any attractions, courier/porterage.Door to door service £30 per person

ClassicCambridgeTour ItinerarySaturday – Departing Henley at 10.00amwe travel directly to Cambridge, arriving inthe city in the early afternoon. Places to visitinclude:• Be inspired by the many beautifulmuseums and art galleries. Admire thebeautiful architecture and majestic collegebuildings.• Explore quaint passages set around thehistoric market place and colleges, where aunique and relaxing shopping experiencecan be found.Then board our coach for the short journeyto our hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Sunday – We depart our hotel afterbreakfast and make our way to the town ofHuntingdon, with time to explore, perhapsvisit:• Learn more about the life of OliverCromwell at the Cromwell Museum• One of the many historic houses,churches and museums.

Our homeward journey begins at 3.30pmand our direct journey means that we reachHenley by 7.00pm approx.

Marriott Huntingdon��

Nestled on the outskirts of Cambridgeshire, awelcoming hotel with excellent facilities.Bedrooms are en suite with flat screen TV,tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, ironand ironing board. Facilities include theBrooks Restaurant, beauty shop, room serviceand gym. Mobility Grade: 5 – Locality –generally level. There is level access to allareas of the hotel and a lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Free, secure parking at Henley Coach Depot• All coach travel • 1 night half board • 4 starhotel • Free time to explore Cambridge

2 Day Tour

Sun 24 – Mon 25 Feb 2013 £108Single room £20Holiday insurance £12

Tour departs by 10.00amReturns by 7.00pm approxNot included: All lunches and entrancecharges to any attractions, courier/porterage.Door to door service £30 per person

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Tour ItineraryThursday – A smooth ride to the WestCountry, paying a visit to beautifulHestercombe Gardens en route, with itsformal terraces, cascades and breathtakingviews. We continue to our hotel with timeto settle in and enjoy the comfortablesurroundings before dinner.Friday – The day has been left free for youto enjoy Barnstaple. Discover for yourselfthe Longbridge over the River Taw’s Atlanticestuary, St Mary’s Church with its crookedspire, and many other fascinating glimpsesinto the history of this Saxon town. There isalso a range of shopping experiences fromthe traditional Pannier Market and Butchers’Row to a modern indoor shopping complex.Saturday – A gentle ride into the delightfulDevon countryside. We venture into therugged moorland of Exmoor National Parkand experience the charm of the coast aswe see Lynton perched high on the cliffsabove its twin town, Lynmouth, and returnthrough Ilfracombe and Braunton.Sunday – After a leisurely breakfast weleave Barnstaple and return home, making aconvenient lunch stop en-route.

The Imperial Hotel�� Barnstaple

Located in the centre of Barnstaple andjust a short walk from the shops, thishotel has an old style charm, making itvery popular with our clients.Bedrooms are en-suite with TV,telephone and tea/coffee makingfacilities. Facilities include restaurant,‘Colours Bar’ and comfortable lounge.Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality flat.Hotel: All public rooms are on the level.Lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 3 nights halfboard • Admission to HestercombeGardens • Excursions to Lynton,Lynmouth and Exmoor National Park• Our own courier service

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Tour ItineraryFriday – We travel north to the LakeDistrict, making a suitable stop for lunchen route.Saturday – This morning is free to relaxand explore Keswick; perhaps visit theCumberland Pencil Museum, or enjoy aboat trip on Derwent Water and take insome beautiful views. This afternoon, weinclude a scenic drive, along with adelicious Borrowdale cream tea.Sunday – A superb scenic excursion by‘Mountain Goat’ minibus. Using smallerroads, not accessible to coaches, enjoythe stunning scenery as we travel over theKirkstone Pass before stopping at Bownessfor lunch and time to explore. We continueto Coniston, where we enjoy a relaxingcruise, passing through more breathtakingscenery and making a short stop atGrasmere before returning to Keswick.Monday – It’s time to return home today,we make a stop for lunch in nearby Kendalbefore continuing our journey south.

The Skiddaw Hotel�� Keswick

This popular hotel enjoys an excellentlocation in the market square of thelovely town of Keswick. The hotelprovides superb standards and veryfriendly service. Bedrooms are en-suitewith TV, telephone, hairdryer andtea/coffee making facilities. Facilitiesinclude cocktail bar and conservatory,stylish restaurant and pleasant lounge.Mobility Grade: 4 – Town: Generallylevel. Hotel: Level location. Lift to allfloors.

Your Holiday Includes

• Door to door service • 3 nights halfboard • Free time to explore Keswick• Scenic drive • Borrowdale cream tea• Mountain Goat minibus excursion• Cruise on Coniston Water • Our owncourier service

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Thu 7 – Sun 10 Mar 2013 £328Single room £NILHoliday insurance £15.50


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Fri 8 – Mon 11 Mar 2013 £354Single room £NILHoliday insurance £15.50


Springtime in theLake DistrictWith its beautiful combination of rugged crags, rolling woodedvalleys and tranquil lakes, the Lake District holds a specialfascination. The bustling market town of Keswick is our base,from which we will explore some of Cumbria’s most stunningand dramatic landscapes, which will be starting to burst intospringtime life.

Barnstaple & North DevonNorth Devon is a delightful mixture of dramatic coastline andmagnificent moorland scenery, sprinkled with unspoilt resorts,bustling market towns and quaintly named villages. Barnstapleis said to be the oldest borough in the kingdom and wasfounded at the lowest crossing point of the River Taw.

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Tour ItineraryTuesday – A leisurely journey to Sidmouthwith a convenient lunch stop en-route,arriving at our hotel with time to explorebefore dinner.Wednesday – This morning we take afascinating guided tour on board ourcoach, taking in various locations withconnections to Agatha Christie, who spentmuch of her life in the area. We return toour hotel in the afternoon, with time torelax before a tasty dinner.Thursday – Free time to enjoy the hotel’sdelightful location and Sidmouth’s charm.Perhaps stroll along the promenade orinvestigate the interesting shops.Friday – Today we visit lovely Bicton ParkBotanical Gardens – 60 acres of gardens,elegant water features and a magnificent19th century Palm House. We return toSidmouth via the pretty town of BudleighSalterton.Saturday – We commence our homewardjourney, which includes a visit to beautifulKillerton House (NT), one of the largestestates owned by the National Trust. Thereis time for lunch here before we continueour journey home to the Midlands.


One of our clients’ favourites and forover 50 years under the direct andcareful management of its owners,the Seward family. The hotel enjoysa superb seafront location on theEsplanade with excellent sea views.Bedrooms are en-suite with television,radio, telephone and tea/coffee makingfacilities. Facilities include two sea viewlounges and attractive dining room.Mobility Grade: 5 – Resort: On thelevel. Hotel: On the level, withoccasional steps. Lift to most floors.Steps to some bedrooms.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Scenic Agatha Christieexcursion • Admission to Bicton ParkGardens and Killerton House (NT)• Excursion to Budleigh Salterton• Free time to explore Sidmouth• Our own courier service

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Springtime in ScarboroughOverlooking two sweeping bays, with a busy fishing harbourand old town, Scarborough offers a charming combination ofseafaring traditions, beautifully tended gardens and modernentertainment.

Tour ItineraryMonday – Our journey north takes us overthe Humber Bridge, completed in 1981 andopened by the Queen. We stop for lunch inBeverley before continuing our journey toour hotel in Scarborough.Tuesday – This morning we take a coastaldrive as we head towards Whitby, famed forits connection to Captain Cook. There istime to explore the ruins of the abbey withits interesting history. We return toScarborough via the harbour and River Esk.Wednesday – A free morning to exploreScarborough. In the afternoon we take ashort cruise along the Yorkshire coast.Thursday – Opened in 1987, Eden Camphas grown into one of the largest and mostcomprehensive museums, covering Britishmilitary and social history. We include timefor lunch to be taken in the prisoner’scanteen and officer’s mess.Friday – We begin our journey home with abreak in the spa town of Harrogate. Perhapstake tea and cakes at Betty’s Tea Roomwhich first opened in 1919 before movingto its current site. After time to take lunchwe continue to our journey home.

The Esplanade Hotel�� Scarborough

This comfortable and friendly hotel,with first class service occupies acommanding position on Scarborough’sSouth Cliff. Bedrooms are en suite withTV, tea/coffee making facilities.Facilities include restaurant, bar,lounge and games room. MobilityGrade: 3 – A long level frontage andlift to all floors.

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• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Excursions to Whitby and EdenCamp • Cruise of the Yorkshire coast• Our own courier service

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Mon 11 – Fri 15 Mar 2013 £334Single room £NILHoliday insurance £19.50


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Tue 19 – Sat 23 Mar 2013 £418Single room £NILRooms at this hotel vary anda number of supplements applyHoliday insurance £19.50Reduction for National Trust members



Sidmouth &East Devon CoastAs winter turns to spring, this beautiful resort blossoms. Springflowers begin to provide an array of colour and the bay starts toturn to blue again. Sidmouth is a small, unhurried and unspoiltresort of charm and elegance, with a flat promenade anddignified Regency buildings set amidst beautiful coastal scenery.

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Tour ItineraryWednesday – To Dover for the ferry toFrance and on to our overnight stay.Thursday – We continue south and arriveat our hotel in Diano Marina in theafternoon. After settling in to the hotel,we enjoy our first dinner.Friday – We travel along the Riviera, pastthe port of Genoa to Rapallo where weboard our boat to Portofino, an enchantingfishing village with pretty harbour. After freetime for lunch, we take a scenic drive backto Diano Marina with time to explore orrelax in the hotel before dinner.Saturday – Today, we make the shortjourney to the pretty seaside town of Alassio,set in its own bay. Enjoy the views andsample a delicious ice cream from one of thegelateria. We return to Diano Marina, wherethe rest of the day is free to spend as youwish. Perhaps explore the shops, admire thespring flowers or join in with the traditionalpasseggiata, a stroll along the promenade.Sunday – Relax and enjoy Diano Marina’slovely seaside setting and the facilities ofour hotel.Monday – Today we take a guided tour ofMonaco and Monte Carlo to rub shoulderswith the rich and famous! Perhaps visit theMuseum of Napoleon Souvenirs or perhapsstroll to the harbour and admire themagnificent yachts.Tuesday – After breakfast, we departDiano Marina for the return journey toDijon for our overnight stay.Wednesday – We head north to Calais andour ferry to England.

Hotel Torino�� Diano Marina

This family run hotel has a modern, yetwelcoming feel with comfortablefurnishings. It is centrally located in theheart of Diano Marina, just minuteswalk from the promenade. Bedroomsare en-suite with TV, telephone and hairdryer. Facilities include restaurant, bar,lounge area and breakfast room withscenic views. Mobility Grade: 4 –Resort: Generally level. Hotel: Lift to allfloors. Overnight Hotels: Dinner, bedand breakfast are provided in a goodhotel near Dijon on the outward andreturn journeys. Bedrooms in hotelsare en-suite with TV and telephone.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • Return ferry viaDover/Calais (75 mins) • 7 nights halfboard including a Ligurian Dinner• Excursions to Portofino and Alassio• Guided tour of Monaco and MonteCarlo • Free time to explore DianoMarina • Farewell drink • Our owncourier service

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Tour ItineraryMonday – We travel north to BonnieScotland. Enjoy a welcome drink at thehotel, along with a presentation on thecastles and palaces in the area.Tuesday – This morning, we make ourway to Blair Castle, which enjoys one ofScotland’s finest settings in the heart ofHighland Perthshire. We enjoy a guided tourto learn something of the castle’s 740 yearhistory. This afternoon, we head to thepicturesque town of Pitlochry for a tour ofthe Blair Athol Distillery. This evening, enjoya dinner dance and cabaret at our hotel.Wednesday – Our destination today isbeautiful Scone Palace, once the capital ofthe Picts, the seat of parliaments and thecrowning place of the Scottish kingsincluding Macbeth and Robert the Bruce.A guided tour brings the fascinating historyto life and we learn about the celebratedStone of Destiny and the outstandingcollection of antiques, paintings and rareartefacts. Returning to our hotel, we call atthe Perthshire Visitor Centre. This evening’sdinner has a Scottish themed menu and isfollowed by entertainment.Thursday – Glamis Castle was the ancestralhome of the Earls of Strathmore for over600 years and was the childhood home ofQueen Elizabeth The Queen Mother. Thecastle has witnessed more than 600 years ofhistory and our guide will share some of themany stories, secrets and intriguing tales

that surround it. Our final dinner thisevening is followed by entertainment.Friday – We return home, making aconvenient lunch stop en-route.

Angus Hotel�� Blairgowrie, Perthshire

This traditionally styled hotel is locatedin the centre of the town. Bedroomsare en suite with TV, telephone,tea/coffee making facilities,iron/ironing board, trouser press andhair dryer. Facilities includerestaurant, bar, lounge and leisure clubwith spa bath, steam room, sauna andheated indoor pool. Mobility Grade:3 – Locality generally level. Hotel:Public areas are level but there areseveral steps to most bedrooms and incorridors. There is a lift.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Welcome drink • Glass of winewith dinner on 3 evenings• Entertainment programme• Afternoon tea • Guided tour ofBlair Castle, Blair Athol Distillery,Scone Palace and Glamis Castle• Visit to the Perthshire Visitor Centre• Our own courier service

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Wed 20 – Wed 27 Mar 2013 £774Single room £144Holiday insurance £41

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5 Day Tour

Mon 25 – Fri 29 Mar 2013 £364Single room £NILHoliday insurance £19.50

Tours depart by 8.00am approx.Returns by 7.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches

Italian Riviera of Flowersin SpringtimeThe mild climate of the Italian Riviera of Flowers makes this anideal location for a springtime visit. Beautiful mountains cladwith olive groves and vineyards slope down to azure seas andthere are picturesque villages full of charm and character.Diano Marina is a beautiful resort with a wide promenadewhich runs the full length of the bay. Highlights of ouritinerary include visits to Portofino, San Remo and Monaco.

Castles & Palaces ofPerthshireThis tour takes in some of Scotland’s most impressive castlesincluding Blair Castle, Scone Palace and Glamis Castle.We include guided tours, which bring the history of thesemonuments to life as we hear fascinating stories of their past.

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Tour ItineraryThursday – We travel to Dover for theshort ferry crossing to Calais and arrive inZaandam, where we board the MPSEsmeralda.Friday – We take an excursion to thebeautifully preserved Dutch village ofZaanse Schans, with its characteristicwooden houses, museums and windmills.We return to the ship for lunch and duringthe afternoon cruise to Alkmaar, a busytown famed for its ancient cheese market.Saturday – An early departure as we cruiseto the bustling port of Hoorn, birthplace ofthe explorer Willem Schouten, who namedthe infamous Cape Horn after his hometown. Explore the 17th century merchantshouses and warehouses lining thewaterfront and admire the yachts in theharbour. This evening, we continue on theIjsselmeer to Volendam.Sunday – We leave Volendam and travel tothe beautiful Keukenhof Gardens, which willbe awash with colour at this time of year.Maybe take a ride on one of the ‘whisperboats’, which are almost silent as they sailthrough the beautiful bulb landscape.We include a packed lunch to be takenduring our time in the gardens.Monday – We disembark after breakfastand return to Calais to catch our ferry toDover and then continue home to theMidlands.

MPS Esmeralda��

A cosy and comfortable vessel decoratedin traditional Dutch style and with awelcoming ambience. Cabins are twin,with en suite, telephone, TV and mini-safe. Facilities include restaurant,lounge and sundeck. Mobility Grade:2 – Ship is boarded by a gangway andthere may be several steps. There aresteps to the restaurant and lounge andto access some cabins. Lift to lowerdeck and chairlift to sun deck.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights fullboard whilst on board the MPSEsmeralda • Welcome drink, 4 coursedinner, 3 course lunch, hot and coldbuffet breakfast, afternoon tea and cake,midnight snack, Captain’s farewelldinner • Daily live music • Admission toKeukenhof Gardens • Return ferryDover/Calais (75 mins) • Our owncourier service

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Tour ItineraryFriday – To Dover for the ferry to Calaisthen across Belgium and into Holland,arriving at our hotel on the shores of LakeVeluwemeer, about an hour’s drive fromAmsterdam.Saturday – Today we travel to award-winning Keukenhof Gardens, showpiece ofthe Dutch bulb industry with some 80 acresof colourful floral displays. In the afternoonthere is free time to explore or maybe take aride on one of the ‘whisper boats’, whichare almost silent as they sail through thebeautiful bulb landscape.Sunday – We visit Amsterdam, Holland’scapital, where there is plenty of time toexplore during our visit today. Perhaps takea boat trip or find a vantage point to soakup the atmosphere and watch the worldgo by, or alternatively visit one of the manymuseums, including Anne Frank’s Houseand the Rembrandt Museum.Monday – A leisurely drive takes us to thecharming fishing town of Volendam, with ahistoric ambience that hasn’t changedmuch in six centuries! Here you will find apicturesque harbour where fresh fish is stilllanded daily, narrow main streets, smallhouses and shops with gabled roofs and

some of the local residents still weartraditional costume.Tuesday – Leaving our hotel we make ourway back to Calais and our ferry to Doverand home.Please note: This tour involves areasonable amount of walking.

Postillion Hotel Amersfoort�� Veluwemeer

Our comfortable, modern hotel is in aunique location on the shores of theVeluwemeer Lake. Bedrooms are ensuite with balcony and lake or harbourview, TV, telephone, minisafe and hairdryer. Facilities include restaurant, bar,lounge, terrace, garden and leisurecentre with gym, sauna and Turkishbath. Mobility Grade: 5 – Locationis level. Hotel is level and has a lift toall floors.

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• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Return ferry Dover/Calais(75 mins) • Excursions to Amsterdamand Volendam • Admission toKeukenhof Gardens • Our owncourier service

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Fri 12 – Tue 16 Apr 2013 £538Single room £106Holiday insurance £32.50


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Thu 18 – Mon 22 Apr 2013 £648Single room £149Holiday insurance £32.50

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Dutch BulbfieldsIn springtime, much of the countryside in Holland is covered ina rich carpet of colour as spectacular bulb fields and famoustulips form a colourful blanket. Keukenhof is justly named ‘TheGreatest Flower Show on Earth’; some 6,000,000 bulbs bloomhere every year, transforming it into a veritable sea of flowers.This tour is sure to delight gardeners and non-gardeners alike!

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The largest ship in the fleet, but stillsmall enough to offer an intimatecruising experience. Leisure facilitiesinclude two pools, spa treatments and awide selection of bars and lounges.

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(Atlantic and Coral Decks)Picture window, bathroom with bathand/or shower, hair dryer and TVK Single Outside Cabin (Coral Deck)Cabin with picture window, bathroomwith shower, hair dryer and TV


• Door to door service • Embarkationpoint Southampton • Port taxes• D Grade cabin • 8 nights full board• Full on board entertainmentprogramme • Optional excursionprogramme • Our own courier service


Fjords andCoastal Towns ofNorwayNorway in midsummer is stunning:some of the most beautifullandscapes in the world, clothed inclouds of summer flowers, blueskies and days that seem to lastforever. Bergen was once thecapital of Norway and is acosmopolitan city, the pretty littletown of Flåm is found at the end ofthe Sognefjord and is surroundedon all sides by deep green valleys,with meadows and roaringwaterfalls. Not to be missed!


June 2013

Mon 10 Late PM Southampton, UK

Wed 12 Early PM Late PM Haugesund, Norway

Thu 13 Early AM Late PM Flam, Sognefjord

Fri 14 Early AM Late PMOlden, Sogn ogFjordane, Norway

Sat 15 Early AM Late Night Bergen, Hordaland

Sun 16 Early AM Early PM Stavanger, Norway

Tue 18 Early AM Southampton, UK

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Islands, Highlands& IrelandThe coast of the United Kingdomand Ireland is varied and beautifuland this interesting cruise givesyou the opportunity to see thecoastline from a very differentangle. Optional excursions includeFloral Guernsey, Dublin and thestunning Orkney Islands.


July 2013

Tue 16 Late PM Southampton, UK

Wed 17 Early AM Late PMSt Peter Port,Guernsey

Thu 18 to Fri 19 Late PM Late PM Dublin, Ireland

Sat 20 Early AM Late PMTobermory,Isle of Mull

Sun 21 Early AM Late PM Ullapool, UK

Mon 22 Early AM Late PM Kirkwall, Orkneys

Tue 23 Early AM Late PM Stornoway, Lewis

Wed 24 Early AM Late PMBelfast,

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Fri 26 Early AM Southampton, UK

11 Day Cruise

Tue 16 – Fri 26 Jul 2013 £1288Single Outside (K) £689Holiday insurance –Please contact us for details.


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Fred. Olsen CruisesWe are delighted to continue our relationship with Fred. Olsen and to introduce a selection of four new cruises for 2013. Cruising isa great way to travel and to explore a variety of ports of call without unpacking your suitcase every day! Fred. Olsen is a trusted, familymanaged company with high levels of service. The characterful ships maintain the traditions of a more refined and leisurely era and aredesigned to make you feel at home; they are spacious and comfortable, yet small enough to take you right into the heart of things.You can be assured of a warm welcome; the officers and crew make you feel relaxed the moment you step on board and throughoutyour cruise, you will be looked after by a dedicated and friendly team. Our own courier is also on hand to ensure that you have anenjoyable and memorable cruise.Our cruises this year take in the fabulous Fjords and Coastal Towns of Norway; Islands, Highlands and Ireland; Spain, Portugal andGibraltar and A voyage to the Azores and Canaries. There is an interesting and varied programme of optional shore excursions on allcruises – you will be spoilt for choice!

Sognefjord Isle of Mull

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Spain, Portugal and GibraltarTaking in the ports of Lisbon, Alicante, Mahon, Gibraltar and La Coruna.Choose from some of the many sights along the way, including thewalled town of Obidos, where the imposing castle and views of thecitadel walls are bound to impress with panoramic views from thesummit of the rock.


August 2013

Sun 11 Late PM Southampton, UK

Wed 14 Early AM Late PM Lisbon, Portugal

Fri 16 Early AM Late PM Alicante, Spain

Sat 17 Early AM Late PM Mahon, Spain

Mon 19 Early AM Early PM Gibraltar

Wed 21 Early AM Late PM La Coruna, Spain

Fri 23 Early AM Southampton, UK

13 Day Cruise

Sun 11 – Fri 23 Aug 2013 £1548Single Outside (K) £837Holiday insurance –Please contact us for details.



• Door to door service • Embarkationpoint Dover • Port taxes• D Grade cabin • 16 nights full board• Full on board entertainmentprogramme • Optional excursionprogramme • Our own courier service

A Voyage to the Azores andCanary IslandsOn this cruise holiday, you will also be able to visit three ports on theislands of the Archipelago of the Azores – Praia da Vitoria, Horta andPonta Delgada, a well-kept Portuguese secret, still considered remote inthese days of travel to almost anywhere in the world!


October 2013

Thu 03 Late PM Dover, UK

Mon 07 Early AM Late NightPraia da Vitoria,

Azores

Tue 08 Early AM Late PM Horta, Azores

Wed 09 Early AM Late PMPonta Delgada,

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Fri 11 Early AM Late PM Funchal, Madeira

Sat 12 Late AM Late PM Sta Cruz de Tenerife

Sun 13 Early AM Late PM Arrecife, Lanzarote

Tue 15 to Wed 16 Early AM Early PM Lisbon, Portugal

Sat 19 Early AM Dover, UK

17 Day Cruise

Thu 3 – Sat 19 Oct 2013 £1768Single Outside (L) £677Holiday insurance –Please contact us for details.

Departure and return times are to beconfirmed.Not included: Drinks, gratuities andshore excursions


Black Watch

Experience the classic cruising pedigreeof a bygone age, as the teak decks andsoft tones of the stylish decor allcontribute to a sense of relaxation andenjoyment.

Cabin CategoriesD Outside cabin (Atlantic Deck)Porthole, bathroom with bath andshower (or shower only), hairdryerand TVL Single Outside Cabin

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Tour ItinerarySunday – The holiday commences with apick up from your home and a transfer toBirmingham Airport to join the short flightto Guernsey.Monday – Today we visit the island’scapital, St Peter Port. We enjoy a guidedtour of the town followed by a freeafternoon; perhaps take the opportunity tovisit Victor Hugo’s house.Tuesday – Get to know the north of theisland with a full day tour which will includea visit to the interesting Folk Museum.Wednesday – We join a catamaran for avisit to the lovely, peaceful island of Hermwhich is famous for its Shell Beach.Thursday – An optional excursion to thebeautiful and unspoiled island of Sark.Alternatively, you may wish to relax at yourhotel or explore the local surroundings.Friday – The south of the island is ourdestination today, including a visit tobeautiful Sausmarez Manor, which thesame family has occupied for eightcenturies. We include admission to thebeautiful and unusual subtropical gardens.Saturday – A free day to explore more ofGuernsey. Local buses operate from nearbyand provide easy access to the centre ofSt Peter Port and the rest of the island.Sunday – Our return flight to Birminghamcompletes your holiday.Note: Clients who are unable to walkreasonable distances may be limited in theirenjoyment of the holiday. All air and seajourneys are weather permitting and theitinerary may be varied for weather andtidal conditions.

Note: flights and itinerary may be amendedslightly due to local conditions. Note: flights and itinerary may be amended

slightly due to local conditions.

St Pierre Park�� St Peter Port

This recently refurbished stylish hotel isset in rolling acres of beautiful parkland,woodland and lakes. Bedrooms are ensuite with balcony or terrace, TV,telephone, tea/coffee making facilities,Wi-fi and hair dryer. Facilities includerestaurant, bar, 9 hole golf course andhealth spa. Mobility Grade: 4 –Locality generally level. Hotel,occasional steps in public areas and alift to all floors.


• Door to door service • Our owncourier service • Return flights fromBirmingham Airport (1 hour) • Airporttaxes and security charges • All coachtransfers • 7 nights half board • Guidedtour of St Peter Port • Guernsey islandtour • Excursion to Herm • Optionalexcursion to Sark • Admission to FolkMuseum and Sausmarez Manor &Gardens

Tour ItineraryFriday – To Birmingham Airport for the 1hour flight to the Isle of Man.Saturday – Today, we travel to Douglas, theisland’s capital where we board a steam trainfor a ride through lovely countryside to PortErin, where we spend some time. The trainsdate back to 1874 and our journey takes usthrough picturesque scenery.Sunday – We include a ride on the SnaefellMountain Railway, which at 2,036ft offerssome spectacular views (weatherpermitting!) of the island.Monday – Today’s excursion takes us toRushen Abbey (NT) with its fascinating,‘Story of Mann’. We continue to Castletownand Peel before returning to our hotel.Tuesday – The day begins with a visit to theCurraghs Wildlife Park. Then on to ‘Royal’Ramsey with its long promenade, beforevisiting the famous Laxey Wheel (NT).Wednesday – Tynwald is the home of theManx Parliament, which has Nordic originsand is the oldest parliament in the world.After an interesting visit here, we continueto Douglas, where your time is free toexplore. Perhaps visit the Manx Museum,admire the Jubilee Clock or stroll along thestylish seafront.Thursday – We tour the south of the islandtoday, taking in Port St Mary and thepicturesque Cregneash Folk Museum (NT),as well as the Calf of Sound. We make ourway to the airport to join our 1 hour flightto Birmingham and return home.

Mount Murray Hotel�� Santon, Isle of Man

Set in 200 acres of beautiful Manxcountryside, this hotel has spectacularview across the Island. Bedrooms areen-suite with TV, telephone, andtea/coffee making facilities, hair dryerand trouser press. Facilities includerestaurant, bar, lounge area, pool,sauna, steam room, hydrotherapy pooland gym. Mobility Grade: 3 – Locality– Fairly level. Hotel – Lift to all floors.Several steps to leisure area.


• Door to door service • Our owncourier service • 6 nights with halfboard • Return flights from BirminghamAirport (1 hour) • Airport to hoteltransfers • Excursion to Ramsey • Visit tothe Laxey Wheel (NT) • Ride on the Isleof Man Steam Railway and the SnaefellMountain Railway • Admission toCregneash Folk Village (NT), CurraghsWildlife Park and Rushen Abbey (NT)• Visits to Port St Mary and Tynwald

Sausmarez Manor Laxey Wheel


8 Day Tours

Sun 23 – Sun 30 Sep 2012 £914Holiday insurance £41Double for sole occupancy £175Garden view £35

Tour departs by 12.00noon approx.Returns by 4.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches, excursion toIsland of Sark (approx £30)

7 Day Tours

Fri 28 Sep – Thu 4 Oct 2012 £798Single room £72Holiday insurance £39.50Reduction for National Trust members


Guernsey & Hermwith Optional SarkThe island of Guernsey lies in the sheltered bay of St Malo,only a few miles from the coastlines of Normandy and Brittany.The relaxed lifestyle and the mild climate create a refreshinglyunique character. Experience the peace and tranquility of thesmall neighbouring island of Herm.

Isle of ManAn island rich in tradition and steeped in history, the Isle of Manis distinctive and different in coastline, countryside and culture.Life is leisurely and unhurried and the friendly inhabitants willhelp you to enjoy the rich variety of places to see.

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Tour ItineraryMonday – To Birmingham airport to boardour flight to Madeira, where we will be metand transferred to the hotel, with time tosettle in and relax.Tuesday – Free to relax and enjoy your newsurroundings. The lively capital, Funchal,overlooks a wide bay and in the bustlingdaily market, flower sellers still dress innational costume.Wednesday – An excursion to the west ofthe island today, including Camara De Lobos,a picturesque fishing village, Cabo Girao withits high cliffs and Encumenda where on a clearday you can see both sides of the island. Wemake a stop for lunch at Porto Moniz and ourreturn takes us by way of Paul do Serra, theonly flat part of the island and Ponta do Sol.Thursday – A free day to relax and explore.Friday – We take in the highlights of theeast side of the island today. Our tourincludes stunning Pico do Areeiro, RibeiroFrio, a natural park surrounded bymountains and we make a stop for lunch incharacterful Santana. We return to Funchalvia the charming village of Porto da Cruz.Saturday – A half day excursion toPalheiro, an estate which enjoys a beautifulhillside location with stunning views of theocean and the city of Funchal. Renownedfor its incredible gardens, the estate attractslovers of all things botanic.Sunday – Another free day at leisure in thisdelightful resort.Monday – We leave our hotel mid-morningand transfer to the airport for our flight backto Birmingham, where our feeder will bewaiting.

Note: flights and itinerary may be amendedslightly due to local conditions.

Hotel Pestana Village�� Funchal

The Pestana Village is one of the mosttraditional and typical hotels in Madeira,in a classical style where the traditionalmaterials of the archipelagopredominate, such as wrought iron andceramic tiles. Bedrooms are en suitewith satellite TV, ceiling fan, hairdryer,radio, kitchenette and balcony.Facilities include restaurants, bars,award winning tropical gardens andtwo swimming pools. Mobility Grade:4 – Locality generally level. Hotel haslevel entrance and there are occasionalsteps. There is a lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 7 nights halfboard • Return flights from Birminghamwith Thomson Airways (3 hrs 40 mins)• Airport transfers • All airport taxes andsecurity charges • Excursions to WestMadeira and East Madeira • Admissionto Palheiro Botanic Gardens • Localguides for all excursions • 2 lunches• Entertainment on some evenings• Our own courier service

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Tour ItineraryMonday – We travel to Heathrow for our1605 flight to Amman. On arrival, we aretransferred to our hotel in Amman for3 nights, the Ramada Amman.Tuesday – Today, we enjoy a full day tourof Jordan’s capital city, Amman. Sightsinclude the King Abduallah Mosque, theNational Archaeological Museum and the2nd century amphitheatre, where works bythe famous Greek and Roman playwrightswere performed.Wednesday – We drive north to Jerash,one of the most beautiful and bestpreserved Greco-Roman cities in the world.Excavations uncovered two theatres,several temples and churches.The afternoon is free in Jerash.Thursday – Madaba is the city of mosaicsand dates back to 1,200BC. We visit themain attraction of the town, the 6th centuryByzantine mosaic map of the sites in thebiblical world. We continue to Mount Nebo,which offers spectacular views of the HolyLand and where it is believed that Moses isburied. We travel via the Kings Highway toKarak, where we visit the 12th centuryCrusader castle, situated on a hilltop 1,000mabove sea level. We continue to Petra for 3nights stay at the Panorama Hotel.Friday – A full day visit to Petra – ‘the rosecity’. As we travel through the Siq, the firstand greatest monument of Petra, theTreasury, comes into view. Continuingthrough this majestic and ancient site, we’llsee monumental tombs, palaces, templesand dramatically shaped rocks in a thousandshades of pink and red.Saturday – A morning visit to Little Petra,

which is hidden away in the centre of amountain. This evening, there is an optionalexcursion to Petra by Night, to enjoy thesite with a completely different atmosphere.Sunday – We drive to the Dead Sea, thelowest point on earth at 400m below sealevel. Spend the day sunbathing, swimmingand relaxing. Enjoy the feeling ofweightlessness and discover that it isimpossible to sink! We spend the night inour hotel on the Dead Sea, the Dead SeaSpa Hotel.Monday – Another day to relax and enjoythe Dead Sea.Tuesday – We transfer to Amman for our1115 return flight to Heathrow.Note: flights and itinerary may be amendedslightly due to local conditions.Please notethat clients who are unable to walkreasonable distances will be limited intheir enjoyment of this holiday.Flight times are subject to change bythe airline.Hotels may be substituted for analternative of similar quality.Passports are required for this tour.


• Door to door service • Our owncourier service • 8 nights half board• Return flights to Amman with RoyalJordanian Airlines • Airport taxes andsecurity charges • Fully escortedthroughout • Visits to Amman, Jerash,Madaba, Mount Nebo, Karak Castle,Petra and Little Petra • Free time at theDead Sea • Optional excursions to Petraby Night and Wadi Rum

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9 Day Tour

Mon 12 – Tue 20 Nov 2012 £1698Single room £312Holiday insurance £145

Tour departs by 10.30am approx.Returns by 5.30am approx.Not included: All lunches, gratuities andoptional excursions

8 Day Tour

Mon 4 – Mon 11 Mar 2013 £938Single room £165Holiday insurance £41Partial sea view rooms are available at asupplement, please ask for details.



Highlights of MadeiraBeautiful Madeira lies 400 miles off the coast of North Africa andboasts a rugged, natural beauty with flower-strewn countrysidethriving in the sub-tropical climate. Often referred to as the‘Pearl of the Atlantic’ or the ‘Floating Garden’ this colourfulisland is the perfect location for a springtime break.

Jordan, Petra & The Dead SeaJordan has captivated travellers throughout the centuries.From the majestic ruins of bygone civilizations to the timelesssplendour of the Dead Sea. Highlights of our tour include visitsto Petra, Jerash and Mount Nebo. A trip not to be missed!

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then we travel to the 12th century Kubba elBaroudyine, known for its contribution tohistory and architecture. The remainder ofyour day is at leisure.Tuesday – After breakfast we take a journeythrough the foothills of the High AtlasMountains, just an hour’s journey from thecentre of Marrakech. It is the best time tovisit as the lush green mountains are insharp contrast with the snow-capped peaksand rust coloured soils and the valleys arefilled with, quince, and olive, prune, walnutand almond trees. We make our way to theweekly Berber market, including a stop tovisit the inside of a Berber home. Lunch willbe taken in a local restaurant before we

make our way back to our hotel in theafternoon.Wednesday – We take in the highlights ofMarrakech’s Majorelle Gardens, a twelve-acre botanical garden and artist's landscapegarden, designed by the expatriate Frenchartist Jacques Majorelle in the 1920’s and1930’s. We take a guided tour of thegardens that includes an optional horsedrawn carriage ride or ‘Barouche’ as it isknown locally. Once again the remainderof your day is at leisure; why not pick up asouvenir or two in the medina.Thursday – A final morning in Marrakechbefore we transfer to the airport for ourreturn flight to Gatwick.Note: flights and itinerary may be amendedslightly due to local conditions.

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Magical MarrakechYou go back in time once you arrive in Marrakech. You can easily imagine the caravanners loadingtheir camels with food, tools and handiwork as you wander through the picturesque alleys of theold town. The souks contain everything that a traveller could want: colour, atmosphere andsmells, welcoming and smiling faces. A great winter sun destination.

El Andalous Hotel�� Marrakech

Located in the heart of Marrakech thisdistinguished hotel opens onto alandscaped garden, a haven offreshness, scents and colours.Bedrooms are en suite with satellite TV,telephone, climate control, individualsafe. Facilities include Restaurants,Gardens, outdoor pool, spa andlounges. Mobility Grade: 4 – Localitygenerally level. Hotel has level entranceand there are occasional steps. There isa lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • Our owncourier service • Fully escortedthroughout • Return flights toMarrakech (approx 3 hrs) • Airporttaxes and security charges • Airporttransfers • Guided tour of the oldMedina area and gardens of Marrakech• Horse drawn carriage ride • Visit to aBerber market • 1 lunch

5 Day Tour

Sun 3 – Thu 7 Mar 2013 £798Single room £125Holiday insurance £32.50

Tour departs by 7.00am approx.Returns by 12.00am approx.Not included: 4 lunches

Tour ItinerarySunday – We travel to Gatwick to boardour flight. On arrival in Marrakech, we aremet by a local coach for the short transfer toour hotel.Monday – Marrakech is full of magnificentarchitecture offset by the stunning backdropof the snow-capped High Atlas Mountains.The variety of colours, fragrance, spices andthe bustle of everyday life form an exoticambience. Today we take in the highlightsof Marrakech with a guided tour ‘Marrakechthat was’ which takes in the old medinaarea with a visit to Ben Yousussef Medrassa,a college that was founded during the 14thcentury and contains many ornate carvings,

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Tour ItinerarySunday – Today we travel to Gatwick forour flight to Paphos. We will be met by ourguide and travel the short journey to ourhotel in Paphos.Monday – A free day to settle in andfamiliarise yourself with your surroundings,enjoy the facilities of our hotel and the localarea. Paphos is well known for its cultureand history including many mosaics andnumerous churches and is the mythical

birthplace of Aphrodite, the Greek goddessof love.Tuesday – Our excursion today takes usthrough the ‘ecological heart’ of Cypruswith a stop for refreshments before reachingthe highest point on the island, MountOlympus. We stop at the breath-takingKykkos Monastery, visiting the Tomb ofMakarios, with lunch served in a restaurantnearby. Returning to our hotel for dinner.Wednesday – Another free day to relaxand enjoy our hotels facilities or explore thearea. Another highlight of the area not to bemissed is the Paphos Castle, a UNESCOWorld heritage Site, located on the edge ofPaphos Harbour and Paphos lighthousewhich can be seen from any corner of thecity. There is also a vibrant mix of shops andhandicrafts and a variety of traditional gifts

can be found at the open air market in theold town region of the city.Thursday – We have a full days excursion,firstly passing through the old city ofNicosia, visiting the Cathedral of St John,passing through the Venetian walls ofFamagusta Gate, the Statue of Liberty andcontinue to the recently restored 19thcentury quarter. Returning through Lefkara,home of handmade lace and silver.Friday/Saturday – More free time toexplore our destination, why not visit thenearby Tombs of the Kings or pick upsome souvenirs in the town.Sunday – After our final breakfast wetransfer back to Paphos airport for our returnflight to Gatwick, then onwards to home.Note: flights and itinerary may be amendedslightly due to local conditions.

Cyprotel Laura Beach Hotel�� Paphos

Situated on the sea front of Paphos, afew kilometres from the city centre in aprivileged position close to the finestlocations and treasures of the islandsuch as the famous Tombs of the Kings,an Ancient Archaeological Heritage site.Bedrooms are en suite with satellite TV,telephone, hairdryer, air-conditioning,balcony and mini-fridge. Facilitiesinclude Restaurants & bars, swimmingpools, TV room, beauty salon,hairdresser, spa and complimentaryloungers and umbrellas on the beach.Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality generallylevel. Hotel has level entrance and thereare occasional steps. There is a lift toall floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 7 nights halfboard • 1 lunch • Visit to KykkosMonastery, the Cathedral of St John andTomb of Makarios • Scenic drive of the‘ecological heart’ and Nicosia

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Sun 10 – Sun 17 Feb 2013 £978Single room £102Holiday insurance £32.50

Tour departs by To be advisedReturns by To be advisedNot included: 7 lunches


Mythology and Culture in CyprusAfter a successful tour of Northern Cyprus we are pleased to introduce a visit to the southern sideof the isle. The Republic of Cyprus lies at the crossroads of three continents, which has produceda rich and colourful heritage that this country now proudly boasts, with many exquisite examplesof historic sites still remaining.

Nicosia

– ‘FREE DOOR TO DOOR SERVICE’ – Be collected from and returned to your ownhome. This service is free of charge from anywhere inside the red line on the map below!Just pack your suitcase and wait for the doorbell to ring!

– ‘PARK & RIDE’ – Drive to our coach depot here and leave your car in our secure car park –for only £3 per car per day. In return, we will reduce the cost of your holiday by £20 per person.

– ‘DROP OFF AND COLLECT’ – You might prefer to be dropped off and collected by friendsor family from either our coach depot here, or for air and cruise holidays, at the departureterminal. If so, we will once again reduce the cost of your holiday by £20 per person.

Joining our holidays…You choose – it’s as easy as A-B-C!

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PLEASE REMEMBER• All door to door services are provided by our own car and mini-coaches, or reputable hired in taxis.

• You will be required to share your door to door vehicle with other passengers.

• Our Park & Ride car park is secure and well lit, but of course all cars are parked at the owners risk.

• For door to door services from outside the red line on the map – just call us for a price!

For your comfort andrelaxation almost ALLdepartures areoperated by our own

high specification ‘Club Class’ coaches.

Each has extra passenger legroom, comfortable recliningseats, plus toilet and hot drinks facilities as well as greatsightseeing from the high passenger deck.

Once booked, yourseat number isreserved for thewhole holiday (excepton coach/air holidays– please see section17 of our TradingCharter).

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Enquiries, information andadvice is readily available. Callers arewelcome at our offices at Liveridge Hill (onthe Birmingham Road, A3400, just north ofHenley), where there is ample parking.Alternatively, telephone on 01564 797000(option 0). You will find our cheerful staffhappy to help.

Provisional booking – A simple telephone call is all that is needed.We can hold places for you without obligation for 7 days. You can bookdirectly with our Travel Office or through an appointed Travel Agent.

Confirming a booking – We ask you to complete and sign a bookingform. A deposit of £75 per person (£250 for air and cruise holidays) isrequired for all Coach Holidays. Upon receipt of your booking form we willsend you a confirmation/invoice.

Paying the balance – The balance is payable 6 WEEKS PRIOR TO THEDATE OF DEPARTURE. The amount due and the date by which it is payable isclearly shown on your confirmation/invoice. Please note that REMINDERS ARENOT SENT.

Methods of payment – Payment can be made by cash, cheque, Visa,Mastercard and Switch. Please note that there is a 2% charge for paymentsmade by credit card.

Your holiday travel pack – 7-10 days prior to your holiday you willreceive your travel pack which will contain luggage labels, your home pick-up

time, hotel addresses andtelephone numbers and anyextra information regardingyour holiday.

Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9.00am – 5.30pm, Sat 9.00am – 1pm

Holiday TravelInsurance –Our popular insurance coveris again recommended andis tailored to suit the needsof our passengers. You willfind the costs detailed in the‘Additional Information’section of each holiday.Please note that we dorequire all passengers to beinsured.Our travel insurance isextensive and straightforward – there are no age restrictions andno automatic health screening – this applies to both UK andoverseas coach holidays.For passengers opting for Johnsons holiday insurance, full details of inclusions,exclusions, excesses, excess waiver and claims procedure can be found in theinsurance section on page 4 of the booking form in the centre of thisbrochure. A certificate showing full details of the policy, inclusions, exclusionsand claims procedure is issued when booking. Should the need arise to makea claim, contact us immediately by telephone and then in writing and we willdo the rest.

Passports – For all European coach tours you will require a valid passport.

Porterage – We include this in the price of almost all our coach holidays.

Itineraries – All itineraries featured in this brochure are subject to changedue to local conditions.

Please note that prices quoted in this brochure are perperson.

Our friendly sales team (L-R):Laura, Janet, Alison, Nolwenn, Sarah & Belinda.

One of our couriers Karen and one ofour drivers Simon.

Please note that youare required by lawto wear your seatbelt at all times

when the vehicle isin motion.

Booking Your Holiday

Our Resort & Hotel Mobility GradingTo help you choose the most suitable holiday for you we haveprovided a guideline grade in terms of lifts, steps, stairs, hills andgeneral accessibility. The grades range from 1 to 5 and the higher

the score the easier the holiday is for mobility.

NO SMOKINGon holiday coachesHowever, frequent breaks are

made on all journeys.

Seat Reservations &‘Club Class’

Coach Travel

Our friendly reservations staff will bepleased to help you.

No Surcharge Guarantee – This applies to every coach holidayin this brochure. Relax in the knowledge that the price of

your coach holiday will not change.


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Warner Turkey & TinselBembridgeCoast HotelBembridge Coast Hotel sits onthe secluded eastern shore ofthe Isle of Wight just metresfrom the lapping, glisteningSolent. With its 23 acres ofgrounds, its elegantlylandscaped gardens and itsmarvellous sea views,Bembridge Coast is the idealplace from which to explorethe island that occupyingRomans called ‘Vectis’.

Each night of your stay features one of theseasonal days, starting with ‘Christmas’ andending with a fantastic ‘New Year’s Eve’Party. You will be welcomed with a hottoddy and a mince pie that will set thescene for tasty festive menus, fabulouscabaret and even carol singing with FatherChristmas! During your stay a whole hostof activities will be available during thedaytime, along with first class eveningentertainment.

Included excursionIf you feel like a change of scenery, we haveincluded a scenic tour of the Isle of Wight.

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Warner Dickensian ChristmasThoresby HallElegant Thoresby Hall was built in the 19th century as home tothe Manvers family. With its turrets, balustrades, gabled towersand finely wrought iron gates, it is an ornate example ofVictoriana and a reminder ofthe exuberance of 19thcentury architecture. Beginyour Christmas celebrationswith an enjoyable stay at thisattractive and historic hotel;there has been a mansionhouse on the site since the16th century.

What better way to bring the stories ofyesteryear to life than to hear first hand talesof the past? The Thoresby Players is a termwhich dates back to medieval times, andthe Players will be performing several‘vignettes’ – entertaining and informativeplays – around the house which bring to lifeThoresby’s past. In addition, there is a widerange of daytime activities and first classevening entertainment for you to enjoy.

Included excursionIf you’d like to join us on a day out, weinclude a visit to nearby Chatsworth House,which will be dressed beautifully forChristmas, with this year’s theme beingVillains & Dames.

WarnerLeisure Hotel BreaksOn a Warner Leisure break you’ll understand what it means tobe spoilt for choice. With a great variety of almost everything –great accommodation, great food, great things to do and ofcourse, great festive themed entertainment each night.

Warner Thoresby Hall�� Nottinghamshire

This elegant 19th century house hasmany original Victorian features and issurrounded by ancient Sherwood Forest.Bedrooms are en-suite with TV,telephone, tea/coffee making facilities,trouser press and hair dryer. Facilitiesinclude the Pierrepont Restaurant, bar,lounge, spa facilities, sauna and steamroom. Mobility Grade: 5 – Locality –grounds all level. Hotel – lift to all areas.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Admission to Chatsworth Housewhich is ‘Dressed for Christmas’• Extensive facilities and daytime leisureactivities • High quality and variedentertainment • Our own courier service

Warner Bembridge Coast Hotel�� Isle of Wight

Enjoying an idyllic position nearBembridge and offering an excellentrange of all the recreational facilities andentertainment. Bedrooms are en-suitewith TV, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and radio. Facilities includelounge, bars, restaurant and extensiveentertainment facilities. MobilityGrade: 4 – Grounds fairly flat. Hotelhas a lift. There is some walkingbetween the accommodation andmain hotel facilities.Please note: single rooms are instandard chalets, not in the hotel.These are of a 3-star standard, tastefullydecorated with en suite, TV and teaand coffee making facilities. Twin anddouble rooms are in the hotel complexand are 4-star.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Scenic tour of the Isle of Wight• Extensive daytime leisure activities andfacilities • High quality entertainmenteach evening • Our own courier service

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Tour ItineraryFriday – We travel north, where we make astop at the National Memorial Arboretum inStaffordshire, where there is time to exploreand to have lunch. We continue to Leeds,with time to settle in and enjoy our hotel’sfacilities.Saturday – This morning is free to explorethe regenerated and much underrated cityof Leeds. Perhaps visit nearby RoyalArmouries Museum, which is home to theUK’s collection of arms and armour orbrowse the wide variety of high street andindividual shops in the Victoria Quarter. Wemeet back at the hotel before departing forthe matinee performance of ‘The Good OldDays’, joining in with the banter and all theold songs. Many people have fondmemories of ‘The Good Old Days’ and thetheatre used for the series, the world-famous ‘City Varieties Music Hall’.

Sunday – We return home via the beautifulscenery of the Peak District, making a stopfor an included traditional Sunday lunch.

Marriott Leeds�� West Yorkshire

A modern, elegant, 4 star hotel in theheart of the city centre, just a short walkfrom many of the city’s attractions.Bedrooms are en suite with TV,telephone, iron/ironing board, trouserpress, tea/coffee making facilities andhair dryer. Facilities include tworestaurants and bars, leisure centre withindoor pool, spa bath and sauna.Mobility Grade: 5 – Locality is level.Hotel has ramp alternatives to all stepsand there is a lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 2 nights halfboard • Sunday lunch • Ticket tomatinee Performance of the Good OldDays • Free time to explore Leeds • Visitsto the National Memorial Arboretumand the Peak District • Sunday lunch• Our own courier service©

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Fri 15 – Sun 17 Mar 2013 £259Single supplement £40Holiday insurance £14.50


Tour ItineraryFriday – We travel through North Wales toHolyhead for our afternoon sailing toDublin, then on to our hotel in Bray wherewe are met with a quenching welcomedrink.Saturday – Today we explore the scenicbeauty of the Wicklow Mountains and makea stop at Powerscourt House and Gardens,an example of one of the world’s finestgardens. We then head to Glendalough, anancient monastic site, then travel via thebeautiful wooded Vale of Clara to Avoca, thesetting of the popular BBC series‘Ballykissangel’.Sunday – After a hearty breakfast wehead to Dublin to witness the worldfamous St. Patrick’s Day Parade. You willbe entertained by an awesome display ofcreative talents, as international and Irishbands join performers, dancers and streettheatre companies. We return to our hotelin the early evening, for dinner followed byentertainment.Monday – A full day excursion to CountyKildare, synonymous with Irish horseracing.Our first stop is the Irish National Stud andJapanese Gardens, where we take a guidedtour through the paddocks and yard andfree time to explore the museum. We returnto our hotel in the early evening with timeto relax before we celebrate St Patrick’s witha traditional Irish dinner and entertainment.Tuesday – It’s time to return home! We

make our way back to Dublin for our returnsailing to Holyhead, enjoying breakfast onboard. Then make the final leg of ourjourney back home.


Situated on the Bray seafront withfantastic sea views and beautifulpromenade. You can enjoy every modernfacility in this beautiful historic hotel.Bedrooms are en suite with satellite TV,hairdryer, alarm and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Facilities includerestaurant, cocktail bar and outstandingviews.Mobility Grade: 4 – The hotel ison a level and has a lift to all floors.

Your Tour Includes

• Door to door service • 4 nights halfboard • Return ferry, Holyhead/Dublin• Admission to Powerscourt House andGardens • Visit to the St. Patrick’s DayParade, Glendalough and CountyKildare • Guided tour of the IrishNational Stud • Our own courier service

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Powerscourt House

5 Day Tour

Fri 15 – Tue 19 Mar 2013 £448Single room £61Holiday insurance £32.50

Tour departs by 8.00am approx.Returns by 5.00pm approx.Not included: All lunches.

The Good Old DaysThe Leeds City Varieties music hall is the best preserved musichall in the country and is the venue for the rousing show‘The Good Old Days’. Our centrally based, comfortable hotelis a great base for this nostalgic short break, which includesvisits to the National Memorial Arboretum and the PeakDistrict, along with Sunday lunch!

Shamrocks and SaintsBray and its surroundings offer some amazing scenery withmountains peaks and natural wilderness of the WicklowNational Park leading down to a spectacular coastline.A delightful location in which to celebrate traditional IrishSt. Patrick’s festivities.

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