Glenton Palmer summer collection 2015

SUMMERCOLLECTION2015

FREEHOLIDAYINSURANCEOPTION*

ALLHOLIDAYSDoor toDoor*

Quality holidays exclusively fromYorkshire & the North East of England

All our Select holidaysnow include holidayinsurance in your holi-day price! There areno age restrictionsand, in most instan-ces, you do not needto declare pre-existingconditions. So you havethe peace of mind of fullprotection, without the hassleof arranging your own cover. It’s all part of thegreat service you can expect when you travelwith GLENTON PALMER.

See page 87 for full details of this excellentpolicy.

FREEHOLIDAY

INSURANCEOPTION*

NEWFOR 2015

All GLENTON PALMER holidays enjoythe financial protection afforded by ABTAmembership. In addition, all our airholidays are ATOL bonded. You can becertain your money is safe with us.

Dear Friends

Welcome to the GLENTON PALMER2015 Select Collection, jam-packedwith our best ever selection of highquality holidays by coach, sea andair.

You’ve told us how much you love ourrange of Select holidays that travel in

luxury coaches to hand-picked hotels. Well, we’ve justmade the best even better! Our expanded Select range nowfeatures a free holiday insurance option included in yourholiday price. Remember, all holidays of four days or more eveninclude our free Door-to-Door* collection service, pickingyou up and returning you to your own front door!

So, whether you’re looking for a day trip, a weekend break, aluxury coach tour at home or abroad, a jet-setting adventure insunnier climes or a leisurely cruise on the ocean waves, theperfect holiday awaits you in this year’s incredible line-upof ideas.

There’s never been a better timeto Get Up and Go Glenton Palmer!

With best wishes

Lisa PalmerAnd the GLENTON PALMER team

Tel 01924 895849 for more information or to book your holiday today. Book online at www.glentonpalmer.com *Conditions apply.2

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TOTAL PEACEOF MIND

Select holidays are very special tours where you travel to your resort and enjoy all of your excursions in a state-of-the-art luxurycoach that provides plenty of leg room, luxurious leather reclining seats and many other extra comforts. Time and again, satisfiedholidaymakers tell us that Select tours are the most stylish and exclusive coach holidays they have ever experienced.

The superb hotels on our Select tours have been carefully selected and vetted by our product team. We choose only good qualityaccommodation in great locations with excellent facilities and a reputation for friendly, efficient service. From intimate family ownedproperties to four and five star hotels, you can rest assured you are heading to a welcoming and comfortable base for your fabulousSelect holiday.

What’s more, all Select holidays of four days or longer also offer our free Door to Door* collection service (see page 6 for moreinformation) so you start your holiday in style, relaxed and ready to have a great time.

Coach holidays with miles more style

PREMIUM WELCOME PACK

At GLENTON PALMER we

believe in constantly reviewing

and upgrading our services to

clients. We recently re-

designed our famous

Premium Welcome Pack.

On the outward journey

each Select passenger receives a pack stuffed to

the brim with goodies, as well as a copy of our popular magazine

THE GLENTONEER.

FREE HOLIDAYINSURANCE OPTION

Select holidays now also include holiday

insurance in your holiday price! There are no

age restrictions and, in most instances, you

do not need to declare pre-existing conditions.

See page 87 for full details of this excellent

policy. If you already have a valid insurance

policy, please tell us at the time of booking

and you will be granted a discount on your

holiday cost.

• Luxury coach travel

• Generous leg room

• Reclining leather seats

• Premium welcome pack

• Door to Door pick up* on toursof four days or longer

• Free holiday insurance option

ALL Select TOURS INCLUDE:

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HAND PICKEDACCOMMODATION

Our collection features a fantasticvariety of hotels, to suit all tastes and styles,

but they all have one thing in common – superbquality. We know you only want the very best, so we work hard tosource the finest hotels. For 2015 we’ve introduced some great newproperties and will be returning to many old favourites such as theMerrion in Llandudno and the Inn on the Prom in St Annes. All thebedrooms in all our hotels are en suite. Other facilities on offer areindicated on individual hotel descriptions by the following symbols:

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RESERVE YOUR SEATUpon booking you will be given the opportunity to reserveyour coach seat. This will be yours from the moment youboard the vehicle and throughout your holiday. Here is asample coach plan. Please note that this is a guide only andthe seating configuration may differ slightly on some coaches.

BaggageOn coach holidays, due to health and safety regulations and limitations on holdspace, we can only accept one medium size suitcase (maximum 20kg) and onepiece of hand luggage per person.

Wheelchairs & ScootersWe are very happy to carry folding wheelchairs, walkers and small scooters. Aseach tour can only accommodate two of these items, this must be agreed at thetime of booking and be noted on your holiday confirmation documents.

HOLIDAYS FOR GROUPSIf you organise or areinvolved with a club, groupor society, why not let ourspecialist staff design andarrange your tailor-madeholiday? We have decades ofexperi-ence in puttingtogether the perfect holidaypackage for any type of group.It’s no surprise that so manygroup leaders trust us toarrange their tour – in somecases, several times a year. Welove to hear your holiday wishesand ideas and work hard tomake sure they come true!

Lisa Palmer is now directlymanaging our groups division,ably assisted by Helen Sinnett.You can call Lisa or Helen on 01924 228625 or [email protected]

Group benefits include:

• Up to three free places

• Free holiday planning and tailor-made itineraries

• Provisional bookings held for up to two months

• Choose your joining point – and even request yourdriver!

• Personal service from experienced holiday advisors

• Complete financial security with ABTA bonding

• Exclusive discounted insurance premium, whereapplicable

BARThis icon indicates that your hotel has one or more bar areas.

LIFTLook for this symbol to checkthat your hotel has a lift. Pleasenote that most hotels withoutelevators can provide low or groundfloor rooms on request. Onoccasion, lifts may not access allfloors and there may be stairs tonegotiate.

ENTERTAINMENT Hotels bearing this symbol feature entertainment on one ormore nights of your stay.

POOLYour hotel has an indoor and/or outdoor swimming pool.

GYMHotels with this icon offer gym facilities.

SAUNAYour hotel has a sauna and/or steam room for the use ofguests.

WAITER SERVICEWhere you see this icon, your evening meals will be waiter servicerather than buffet style.

B&BThis icon indicates a holiday offered on a bed and breakfast only basis.

Please note that a small number of hotelsmay make an additional charge for the useof leisure facilities.

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BOOKING IS EASY

With new holidays and deals being offered all the time, keep aneye on your letterbox and our website www.glentonpalmer.com.Watch out for our regular SuperSavers brochures, offeringfantastic value on tours in standard executive coaches to twoand three star hotels.

SHORT AND SWEETThroughout 2015, Glenton Palmer is delighted to offer anothergreat selection of scintillating short hops and exciting day tours,departing from Yorkshire. See our latest newsletters for detailsof these dream days and fabulous mini-breaks.

Sail off into the sunset on a relaxingcruise aboard a traditional ocean linerlike the delightful Discovery or themagnificent Marco Polo. Our everpopular cruise collection can whisk youaway on an ocean wave to such favourites as the Norwegianfjords, the marvellous Med and the fabulous Faroes.

Call our friendly holiday advisors on 01924 895849Lines are open Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm

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You’ll always receive a warm welcome at our Travel Office, located on Wakefield Road in NormantonWe’re open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

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We accept payment by chequeor card (Switch, Solo, Delta, Visa or Mastercard) or in person

at our Travel Office. Please note there is no charge to pay by debitcard, however all credit cards incur a 2% handling fee. Please makecheques payable to GLENTON PALMER, write your booking referenceon the reverse and mail to The Travel Office, Wakefield Road,Normanton WF6 2BT.

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Whether it’s a European city break, a relaxing winter sun trip to theChannel Islands or an exotic exped-ition to Sri Lanka, GLENTONPALMER’S holidays by air division offersgreat destinations at fantastic prices. Many of our airborneadventures even include free Door to Door collection.

You’re never lonely on a GOODCOMPANIONS tour. These veryspecial holidays are especially desi-gned to bring solo travellers together tomake new friends and enjoy a first classgetaway in great company. Even better, there are never anyannoying single room supplements to pay!

SO MUCH MOREAs well as our superb range of Select coach holidays, GLENTON PALMER offers so much more than most otherholiday companies.

A home collection may still be available from outide these areasbut a supplement will apply.

Our much-loved free Door to Door collection service is available on all Select coach tours offour days or longer in this brochure. Your holiday begins when your driver collects you right from

your own front door and doesn’t end till they return you home on the final day!

With this free service it may be necessary to share your vehicle with other passengers on your tour. Thepick-up will be at the address of the lead name on your booking. Additional pick-ups may be requested at a

supplement of £20 per person. You will be driven from your home to a coach pick-up point and, on occasion, you may have totransfer to another vehicle before boarding the coach. Unfortunately, for operational and administrative reasons, Door to Doorcollection may not be available for bookings made within 21 days of departure.

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FREE CAR PARKING Passengers joining our holidays from Normanton can avail of free parking in the car park at The Travel Office on Wakefield Road (along with a £20 discount for not availing ofDoor to Door* ) for the duration of your trip. Please informyour holiday advisor at the time of booking so we can organiseyour discount.


OUR FREE Door to Door COLLECTION AREAS ARE SHOWN BELOW

JOIN DIRECTIf you prefer not to take advantage of our Door to Doorservice and make your own way to one of the departure pointsbelow, you are entitled to a discount of £20 per person. Pleaselet us know at the time of booking.

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For early 2015, this unique adventure takes inromantic Paris where we enjoy dinner with a

difference at the summit of the Montparnasse Towerenjoying views of the Eiffel Tower. Add on distinctive

events like Cologne’s Rose Monday Carnival, Menton’sLemon Festival and Nice’s fragrant flower show along with

guided tours of Venice and Zurich and you have an experience that willenrich and revitalise.

Based in medieval Feldkirch, soak up winter wonderland scenery as we takeyou on a memorable journey through the heart of the Alps in Austria,

Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Highlights include dreamy Klosters, the culturalcity of Vaduz, a romantic sleigh ride through the Bregenzerwald and a trip on the

world’s most famous railway – the Glacier Express.

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PRICE INCLUDES Dinner, B&B | Door to Door collection* | Luxury Coach and ferry travel throughout | Full holiday itinerary | Free holiday insurance option

Tuesday. We head to Hull for the overnight ferry to the continent enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast on board.

Wednesday. We make our way to our dinner, bed and breakfast stop in Germany.

Thursday. We continue to the Hotel Weisses Kreuz in Feldkirch for our five night stay.

Friday. We journey to famous Klosters and to the nearby metropolis of Davos where you might like to take a cable car up themountain. Later we continue past vineyards to Vaduz, capital city of Liechtenstein.

Saturday. Look forward to a romantic sleigh ride through the snowy hills of the Bregenzerwald and visits to the slopes ofSchwarzenberg as well as to Dornbirn, home to the world’s largest Rolls-Royce Museum.

Sunday. We make a quick stop in Altdorf, home of William Tell, before we board the Glacier Express for the journey from Andermattto Chur, experiencing unsurpassed views.

Monday. We head into the centre of medieval Feldkirch characterised by snaking alleyways and gothic cathedrals. Later, we travel pastBludnz, home to Milka chocolate and onwards to Schruns.

Tuesday. We bid farewell and journey to our overnight dinner, bed and breakfast hotel in Germany.

Wednesday. We travel to our ferry back to Hull enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast on board.

Thursday. We continue homeward.

Saturday. We make our way to Hull for our overnight ferry to the continent enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast on board.Sunday. We journey to Cologne and check into the Hotel Zum Alten Brauhaus in Kerpen for our two night stay. Monday. Soak up the sights and sounds of Cologne’s Rose Monday Carnival as its procession of colourful floats roll by throwingflowers and chocolates to the cheering crowd.Tuesday. We head to Basel in Switzerland and check into the Hotel Arcade for two nights. Enjoy free time to explore Basel’s LittleVenice or cruise on the Rhine.Wednesday. A guided tour of historic Zurich West, onetime home of ship building and now housing market halls and the Prime Tower– Switzerland’s tallest building. Afterwards, we continue to the Lindt Chocolate Factory Outlet where you’re sure to indulge in somefine chocolates. Thursday. We make our way to the Hotel Venezia in Venice Mestre for a two night stay.Friday. A guided walking tour of Venice. Afterwards, perhaps treat yourself yourself to a gondola sail.Saturday. We arrive at the Hotel Toscano in the Italian resort of Alassio. Sunday. Slipping into France, a colourful and unique experience awaits us at the Menton Lemon Festival. This sleepy village burstsinto a riot of colour when its annual Fete du Citron is in full swing with its citrus scented parade of fruity floats. Monday. A day at Nice Flower Show where costumed models atop flamboyant floats throw beautiful flowers to the excited crowd.Tuesday. We make our way to Lyon and check into the Hotel Axotel Lyon Perrache. Perhaps visit the Place Bellecour, the largestpedestrian square in Europe, it’s home to a chilling guillotine, installed by French Revolutionaries.Wednesday. We arrive in Paris for our overnight stay at the Novotel Paris La Defense. An extra special treat tonight as we dine at thetop of Montparnasse Tower enjoying panoramic views of the city and Eiffel Tower.Thursday. We head to our overnight ferry back to Hull enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast on board.Friday. We make our way home after our exciting adventure.

Holiday code: MCFEWS

Located just over two kilometres from thecentre of Feldkirch, this four star family ownedhotel boasts impressive facilities including asauna and fitness centre as well as a traditionalbar.

HOTEL WEISSES KREUZ -FELDKIRCH

10 DAYS ONLY £799Tue 27 Jan

Single room supplement £60

14 DAYS ONLY £1199Sat 14 Feb


Your Holiday Itinerary

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EARLY BIRDITINERARY

Paris


Early Season GrandEuropean Tour

Dinner, B&B

Door to Door collection*

Coach and ferry travel throughout

Full holiday itinerary

Free holiday insurance option

PRICE INCLUDES

EARLY SEASON CONTINENTAL HOLIDAYS


See page 3 for details of Select. *See page 6 for FREE Door to Door details Holiday code: MCGRTS

A Door to Door* Tour


Nestled in the heart of Loch Lomond NationalPark, the Winnock Hotel is the base of our allinclusive† break, sitting proudly overlookingthe village green, a traditional warmScottish welcome awaits. Excursions visitpretty Inveraray, Stirling and Callandar andalso the vibrant city of Glasgow. Enjoytraditional Scottish Fayre and entertainment

in advance celebrations of Burns Night.

We stay at the fabulous Cliff Hotel and Spabeautifully situated in its own grounds atGwbert with magnificent views overlook-ing Cardigan Bay. There is entertainment each night, daily lunch and a £1 bar eachevening†. Out and about we head up the coast to Aberstwyth and also visit St David’s

and Fishguard.

Cardigan BayHouseparty

Tel 01924 895849 for more information or to book your holiday today. Book online at www.glentonpalmer.com †Restrictions apply.8

Warner Holidays Gunton Hall is set in 50 acres ofgardens and secluded woodland near Lowe-stoft. Accommodation is provided in prettychalets and rooms just a gentle stroll from theleisure centre, bar and restaurant with a cosyvillage feel. Excursions visit historic Norwichand Devonport’s Magic Kingdom, Britain’s only

magic museum and theatre where we learnsome tricks of the trade & watch a magic show.

Gunton HallCoastalVillage 5

Daysonly£239 5

Daysonly£279A Door to Door* Tour

Holiday code: UELOWS

Mon 12 Jan

5 DAYS ONLY £239

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement

Mon 26 Jan

5 DAYS ONLY £279

Limited number of single rooms available without supplementHoliday code: UWGWCS

Holiday code: USDRWS

Mon 19 Jan

5 DAYS ONLY £269


Loch LomondAll Inclusive“BurnsCelebrations” 5

Daysonly£269

Enchanting Worthing promises all the fun of theseaside with its palm tree lined promenade and artdeco pier. We stay at the popular three starfamily owned Chatsworth Hotel, a grade II listedbuilding which overlooks the sea. We enjoyexcursions to pretty Arundel, vibrant Brighton and

the naval port of Portsmouth with its manyattractions.

Holiday code: UEWOCS

Hidden Gemof the Sussex Coast 5

Daysfrom£239



Mon 26 Jan £239 Mon 2 Mar £249

5 DAYS FROM £239


This gorgeous seaside town has seven miles ofgolden beaches, two piers and two thousand acresof park and gardens. We are in for a treat with ourstay at the Menzies East Cliff Hotel with it’scomfortable lounges and prime positionoverlooking the bay. Visits include the picturesque

New Forest, Salisbury and Poole.

Holiday code: UEBOES

Mon 16 Feb

5 DAYS ONLY £269


See page 3 for details of Select. *See page 6 for FREE Door to Door details

FREE BAR†

We return to the popular Carlton Hotel, wherethe sunny Riviera lounge boasts lovely viewsover Torbay. Part of the Torquay LeisureHotel Group, it offers a wide range ofentertainment and activities to keep youoccupied throughout your stay. Full day in Plymouth then Totnes & Brixham on sameday.

Holiday code: UETOCS

Mon 9 Feb

5 DAYS ONLY £239


99PBAR EACHEVENING†

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EVENING†


TorquayWinterWarmer 5


BournemouthTouch of Class 5

Daysonly£269


Dinner, B&B | Door to Door collection* | Luxury coach travel | Excursions as stated | Free holiday insurance optionPRICE INCLUDES


The peninsula of Sandbanks is a beautiful spotthat has become known in recent years as ahaunt for the rich and famous. Well here’syour chance for a taste of the highlife, as wereturn to the stunning Sandbanks Hotel,featuring direct access to the beach andbustling Poole harbour. Excursions visitSalisbury, Swanage and Dorchester.

Naturally the place to be on St Patrick’s Day is theenchanting Emerald Isle. All over Ireland thereare glitzy parades, colourful floats, traditionalfood, drink and entertainment. Set in acres ofparkland within a historical estate, the familyrun Ballymascanlon House Hotel in Dundalk isour superb base for this break which includes

an excursion to Dublin on St Patrick’s Day, plusvisits to Belfast and Dundalk.

St Patrick’sDayCelebrations

Located in the famous town of Caernarfon is thelovely three star Celtic Royal Hotel, whichpromises fine dining and good service, alongwith an impressive leisure club. We includeexcursions to the Isle of Anglesey and a drivethrough the scenic Snowdonia National Park toPortmeirion, the village made famous by the tv

series The Prisoner.

WelshDelights 5

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Holiday code: UWCACS

Mon 23 Feb

5 DAYS ONLY £239

Limited number of single rooms available without supplement Single room supplement £55Holiday code: UIDUBS

Sun 15 Mar

5 DAYS ONLY £319

Holiday code: YESASS

Mon 2 Mar

5 DAYS ONLY £329


SwishSandbanks 5

Daysonly£329

Pride of the Atlantic coast, Newquay boasts some ofthe finest beaches in Europe. Our chosen hotelhere is the Barrowfield Hotel, which prides itselfon offering excellent standards and high levels ofservice. From here we explore St Ives and Land’sEnd, but the highlight of our tour is a visit to the

Eden Project where we step inside the fifty metretall Biome - the world’s biggest conservatory.

Holiday code: UENEBS

Newquay & the EdenProject 5

Daysonly£269



Mon 2 Mar

5 DAYS ONLY £269


The excellent Cavendish Hotel occupies a command-ing position on Eastbourne’s Grand Parade, it’s apleasure to dine in the elegant Marine restaurantand lovely sea views can be enjoyed from thecomfortable lounge. Out and about excursionstake us to bubbly Brighton and medieval Rye.

Holiday code: YEEACS

Mon 30 Mar

5 DAYS ONLY £329


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One of our most popular destinations – for this break we stay at the super CumberlandHotel, located on the prestigious east cliff.Part of the Oceana Hotels group. This hotelhas an indoor pool and entertainment eachevening. Our break includes excursions toDorchester, Salisbury and also the attractive

town of Christchurch.

Holiday code: UEBOCS

Mon 16 Mar

5 DAYS ONLY £279



BeautifulBournemouth 5


ElegantEastbourne 5

Daysonly£329



This tour is only available from Yorkshire


Friday. Our adventure begins with a visit to WoburnAbbey. Here we take a guided tour of the exquisitehouse and include lunch in the Duchess Tea Room.

We then continue to the four star Swan Hotel inBedford which enjoys an idyllic riverside setting.Here we stay for the next two nights withdinner, bed and breakfast included. Prior todinner there will be a welcome drinks rec-eption with members of the Palmer family.

Saturday. Today we head to Cambridge,where we take a morning guided tour ofthis marvellous city before continuing tothe lovely Menzies Hotel, here we areserved a delicious two course lunch. Wereturn to Bedford for a lazy afternoon andlook forward to a leisurely dinner in the hotel.

Sunday. Leaving our luxurious hotelwe travel in to Kent and head to

Biddenden Vineyards, where we enjoy morning coffeeand Danish pastry before a tour and a glass of thevineyards very own wine. We continue to Folkestonefor the highlight of our tour – a relaxing journey aboardthe Belmond British Pullman, sister train of the VeniceSimplon-Orient-Express. Sit back and tuck into asuperb selection of freshly prepared sandwiches, cakesand scones with lashings of cream on the train – alsoincludes glass of Champagne on arrival! Following thiswe check in at the plush Hanbury Manor Hotel wherewe stay overnight on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis.

Monday. Following breakfast we complete our breakwith a visit to Burghley House. Here we are welcomedwith tea, coffee and biscuits followed by a tour of themarvellous house and free time in the gardens. Sadlywe leave Stamford mid afternoon and head for homewith many happy memories of a very special holiday.


Fri 26 Jun

4 DAYS ONLY £559

Belmond British Pullman

Hambury Manor

Belmond British Pullman

4Days

only£559 We know you’re fond of the finer things in life so here’s your chance to really live like Lords and do

something very special indeed. Belmond British Pullman is sister train to the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, the world's most famous train, so step back in time and prepare to experience an afternoonof indulgence as we glide through the Kent countryside, in total luxury. But that’s not all as we stay infabulous hotels – the wonderful Swan Hotel in Bedford and also experience the highlife at theluxurious Marriott Hanbury Manor Hotel. This tour will be personally escorted by members of thePalmer family, so why not treat yourselves and join us on this unforgettable break.


GLENTON PALMERPlatinum Tour – Stately Homes & Belmond British Pullman Experience


See page 3 for details of Select. *See page 6 for Door to Door details


Woburn Abbey

Dinner, B&B | Luxury coach travel | Door to Door collection* | Full holiday itinerary | Free holiday insurance optionPRICE INCLUDES

The Swan is an 18th century hotel,located in Bedford town centre over-looking the river it is one of the town’spremier hotels offering luxury andelegance. Here we indulge our tastebuds at the AA rosette award winningRiver Room Restaurant whilst taking inthe spectacular views of Bedford’sbeautiful embankment and the RiverOuse. For your added enjoyment thereis a fantastic spa and Sunken LoungeBar in which to relax.

Your HotelsSWAN HOTEL -BEDFORD

A breathtaking Jacobean Mansion set in 200 acres of Hertfordshire country-side, with its own PGA Championshipgolf course, the historic Hanbury Manormakes a lasting impression with itsrichly panelled library, elegant guestrooms which are each individuallydesigned. Why not indulge yourselfwith the pleasures of the luxury spa orwork out in the gym?

MARRIOTT HANBURYMANOR HOTEL

ESCORTEDTOUR

Holiday code: UEPLTS

DurhamWe call en route in Durham, steeped in history with an impressive cathedral and imposing castle.

Alnwick Garden & CastleThe medieval town of Alnwick is home to a mighty castle and glorious gardens, the residence of the

Duke and Duchess of Northumberland. Our big day out includes entry to both the castle and thevibrantly restored gardens with its dazzling water features. We are also treated to a private“Battleaxe to Broomsticks” tour where a costumed guide regales us with tales of the castle’sturbulent history and its more recent stint as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in theHarry Potter films.

Belsay Hall & HexhamWe begin with a visit to a Grade I listed building, Belsay Hall, it has stunning gardens,beautiful architecture and magnificent views all in one place. We then continue to Hexham,with its two medieval towers and beautiful Abbey.

Bamburgh, Seahouses & LindisfarneToday we experience the splendid heritage coastline of Northumberland, visiting Lindisfarne,

said to be the the birthplace of Christianity. We also explore Bamburgh with its mighty castle andgolden beaches and the pretty coastal fishing village of Seahouses. Please note that the tidal timesto Lindisfarne may affect the order of visits on this excursion.

This superlative tour allows you to relish some of the finest scenery in England. Our exciting holidayitinerary uncovers Northumberland, recently celebrated on television by Tales from Northumberland withRobson Green. This unique region is a wilderness of magnificent countryside, unspoilt coastline, tinyislands and quaint seaside villages. We also include visits to two of the jewels in the region’s crown,Alnwick Garden and castle. A tour of the coastline takes us to beautiful Bamburgh, delightful Seahousesand the legendary Holy Island of Lindisfarne.

Durham &Treasures ofNorthumberland

Mon 27 Apr £379

Mon 29 Jun £389

Mon 24 Aug £389

5 DAYS FROM £379

Single room supplemen£80

Durham

Your Excursions

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Lindisfarne

Bamburgh



Holiday code: YEDURS


Dinner, B&B

Luxury coach travel


Excursions as stated


PRICE INCLUDES

Standing in picture postcard wood-land, four star Redworth Hall is acaptivating seventeenth century Jaco-bean manor house which retains manyoriginal features and serves deliciousfood. For your added enjoyment there is a super leisure club in whichto relax.

REDWORTH HALL HOTEL - NEWTON AYCLIFFE

Alnwick Garden


RAMADA PLAZA HOTEL -SOUTHPORT

Holiday code: UEBLIS

Your Excursions

Indulge in a little bit of luxury as you enjoy Britain’snumber one seaside resort. You’ll be staying at the Imperial

Hotel, a remarkable Victorian property which first opened in1867 and combines original features with contemporary style.

Take in sparkling views of the Irish Sea as you dine in the plushPalm Court Restaurant and enjoy your favourite tipple in No.10 Bar

which has played host to decades of British Prime Ministers. We ventureout to the neighbouring seaside towns of Southport and Lytham St Annes.

5Days

from£339

Located on the North Promenade, the historicfour star Imperial Hotel combines originalfeatures with modern comfort and is withinwalking distance of the resort’s attractions.

IMPERIAL HOTEL -BLACKPOOL

PRICE INCLUDES Dinner, B&B | Door to Door collection* | Luxury coach travel | Excursions as stated | Free holiday insurance option

Southport Floral Southport is renowned for its magnificent pier, seafront marine lake andleafy parks as well as elegant Lord Street - one of the best Victorian shoppingboulevards in the land.

Lytham St Annes We spend a half day in enchanting Lytham St Annes, home to an historic windmill,an interesting heritage centre and Lytham Hall – known as the finest Georgianhouse in Lancashire.

Tower Ballroom Afternoon Tea DanceTrip the light fantastic in the magnificent surroundings of Blackpool’s famousTower Ballroom! Whether you want to glide around the dance floor or simplywatch from the sidelines, this is sure to be a day to remember.

Your Excursions

Renowned for its parks, gardens, large seafront marinelake, magnificent pier and expansive golden sands, South-

port enjoys a unique and sophisticated atmosphere. Leafy LordStreet is world famous as one of the finest Victorian shopping

boulevards in the land, lined on one side with exquisite shops thatsport glass covered canopies whilst across the road classical buildings,fountains and gardens vie for your attention. There is also a day of leisurein resort.

SkiptonOn our outward journey we visit the pleasant market town of Skipton.

ChesterChester is a historic gem of a city where you can experience a sightseeingbanquet of England through the ages. Be sure to visit the unique thirteenthcentury half-timbered gallery of shops known as The Rows.

LiverpoolA cosmopolitan city full of attractions such as the World Heritage Site, AlbertDocks and the Tate Gallery. Perhaps embark on a cruise across the Mersey or seethe haunts of the Beatles.

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Mon 27 Jul £379

Mon 5 Oct £299

5 DAYS FROM £339Sun 31 May £339

Sun 19 Jul £359

Sun 11 Oct £359

This stunning hotel nestles into the Marina, onSouthport’s promenade, close to the VictorianPier. With its waterside Marine Brasserie and newsun terrace, this property offers city centre stylechic by the seaside. Guests have complimentaryuse of all facilities at the neighbouring VictorianHealth & Leisure Centre including pool, saunasand steam rooms. There is a lift to all floors.

Holiday code: UESORS


Southport

Southport

Blackpool

Blackpool TowerBallroom

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BlackpoolLuxury

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Laxey Wheel & Mountain RailwayWe call at Laxey, where we visit the great Laxey Wheel, one of the island’s most striking sights. We then take theSnaefell Mountain Railway to the summit, for a chance to take in views of this unique island.

St John’s & PeelJoin us for half day tour to St John’s on the west of this enchanting island where the Manx Parliament still

holds an open air session each year. From here we make our way to Peel, regarded as the islands onlycity but in reality a small but charming harbour town and resort.

Castletown & Port ErinWe take a visit to Castletown, once the island’s capital. This ancient town is clustered around thesplendidly preserved Castle Rushen. We continue to the distinctive Edwardian resort of Port Erinwith its unsurpassed views of the Bradda Head (six day tour only).

Located in the midst of the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man promises a unique holiday experience. With the oldest parliament in the world, the island has a history spanning a thousand years. Douglas, the capital,enjoys an enviable position on a crescent shaped bay whilst inland you’ll discover narrow country lanes,quaint villages, mountains and moorlands. Around the shoreline you’ll find small coastal harbours wheretime seems to have stood still.

The Isle of ManA land of Beauty & Tranquility

Mon 21 Sep

5 DAYS ONLY £419

Located on the seafront promenade,the three star Castlehouse hotel is justa short walk from all the amenities andattractions of Douglas and features asea-facing restaurant and comfortablelounge and bar area.

This tour is only available from the North East

Mon 13 Jul

6 DAYS ONLY £499


Douglas

Your Excursions

Your Hotels

5&6Days

from£419

CHESTERHOUSE HOTEL -DOUGLAS

DouglasMarina

Castle Rushen

Port Erin

Following a multi-million pound refur-bishment, the three star Rutland Hotelhas been transformed into a stunninghotel offering comfort, style and qualityto it’s guests. Situated on the QueensPromenade in Douglas, it enjoys panor-amic views across the bay and is a shortwalk from the town centre.

Please note: Although this hotel has a lift thereare several exterior and interior steps making itnot suitable for those with walking difficulties.

RUTLAND HOTEL -DOUGLAS

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13Call 01924 895849 for more information or to book your holiday today. Book online at www.glentonpalmer.com

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INN ON THE PROM -LYTHAM ST ANNES

Holiday code: NEHUOS

If you're fond of pretty villages, wild moors, picturesquedales and cosmopolitan cities that are brimming with

character then you'll love Yorkshire - or, as it's fondly known,'God's Own Country'. York is renowned for its iconic minster,

whilst West Yorkshire is a quirky corner of the county whichcombines inspirational scenery with traditional market towns. 5

Daysonly£279 Elegantly designed in ageless Yorkshire stone,

the Old Golf House Hotel is surrounded bythree acres of beautiful gardens which include a 5-hole pitch and putt green. The exterior ofthe hotel truly captures an age gone by, whilstthe interior has seen recent refurbishment toensure a fresh and inviting ambience. Breath-taking views can be enjoyed from the restaurantand bar.

OLD GOLF HOUSE HOTEL -HUDDERSFIELD


Your Excursions

Attractive St Annes is a truly delightful destination that sitsproudly on the North West Coast and boasts miles and miles

of golden sandy beaches. A wonderfully elegant resort, StAnnes is a haven of peace and tranquillity. Take a gentle stroll

along the famous promenade, past the pretty bandstand and well-tended gardens or visit the many lovely shops that this compact townhas to offer. Out and about we visit the popular resort of Southport andenjoy a trip to the glorious Lake District (on five day holidays only).

Skipton En route to St Annes we pause in Skipton, where we enjoy some free time. Southport We spend a day in the award-winning town of Southport. Unwind on the sandybeach, explore the grand pier, visit the seafront marine lake, relax in a leafy park oradmire the Victorian architecture and super shops on elegant Lord Street – thechoice is yours. Lake DistrictDiscover the beauty of the English lakes as we head firstly to the pretty markettown of Kendal and then onwards to Bowness, a sprawling town with a refinedVictorian flavour. From here you could perhaps take a cruise on Lake Windermereor visit the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction (five day tours only).

4&5Days

from£269


5 DAYS ONLY £279Mon 15 Jun Mon 10 Aug

Under the personal supervision of the Crostonfamily, a warm welcome awaits at the Inn on theProm. The hotel is situated on the seafront andenjoys a reputation for the kind of traditionalhospitality and excellent cuisine that is found only in a family run hotel. The spacious lounge is the ideal place to sit and watch the world go by. The superb leisure centre features anindoor pool, gym, poolside bar and hairdress-ing salon.

Holiday code: UESTIS

Lytham St Annes

York

Leeds

Inn on the Prom

LythamSt Annes

Picture BookYorkshire

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Fri 3 April Easter Weekend

4 DAYS ONLY £269

Mon 25 May £349

Mon 27 Jul £359

Mon 28 Sep £349

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Your ExcursionsHistoric York This fairytale city is home to a wealth of attractions including a spectacular minsterand world class museums. Wander the narrow alleyways, take a boat trip down theOuse or perhaps visit the National Railway Museum.Holmfirth & Wentworth Castle Gardens Sitting in the heart of the breathtaking Holme Valley, Holmfirth is the renownedlocation of the TV classic Last of the Summer Wine. We continue to WentworthCastle Gardens, for a tour of the historic garden set in the Pennine foothills. It ishome to a stunning collection of Rhododendrons, Camellias and Magnolias. Leeds & the Marks & Spencer ArchiveLeeds is a premier shopping destination with designer shops, beautiful arcadesand a bustling market. The Marks in Time exhibition at the M&S Company Archivecelebrates the role that iconic British retailer Marks & Spencer has played inpeoples’ lives for more than 128 years.

This tour is only available from the North East


QUEEN HOTEL - CHESTER

Holiday code: UEKNCS

Your Excursions

Garden lovers come and join us as we explore a wonderfulcompilation of beautiful themed gardens, a stunning Italiangarden, a national collection of English roses and twenty two acres

of formal grade one listed gardens. Your senses will be truly dazzledby the sights and scents of some of the most beautiful floral displays

Cheshire has to offer.

Cheshire Homes& Gardens

5Days

only£399

A popular four star hotel located on the edge of the stylish Cheshire town of Knutsford,it offers the best of both worlds. There is anewly renovated spa so you can enjoy a swim,steam, and sauna or dip in the outdoor hottub. In the evening you can enjoy a dinner ofthe finest local produce in the elegantrestaurant before retiring to your luxuriousbedroom.

COTTONS HOTEL & SPA -KNUTSFORD


Biddulph Grange GardenOn our outward journey we stop at the delightful Victorian garden at Biddulph Grange.

Arley Hall & ChesterArley Hall is an impressive Victorian country house with sumptuous gardens packed withvariety and a much celebrated double herbaceous border. We also enjoy free time inChester.

Dorothy Clive Garden & Trentham EstateThe Dorothy Clive Garden is home to an array of truly unusual plants. We proceed toTrentham Estate where we visit what Alan Titchmarsh describes as one of the UK’s“must see” gardens.

Quarry Bank Hill, Fryers Roses & KnutsfordPicturesque Quarry Bank Mill and Gardens is featured in the popular television seriesThe Mill. We return to Knutsford to experience the Fryers Roses Garden Centre.

Capesthorne Hall & GardensBefore heading home on our last day, we marvel at opulent Capesthorne Hall, a tranquil haven of wildlife, parkland and wonderful formal gardens.

Your Excursions

With it’s period architecture, riverside walks and unique features, the walled city of Chester has been delighting visitors

for centuries. A “must see” is the magnificent cathedral whichbegan life as a Saxon minster before being rebuilt as a Benedictine

abbey, it is truly a building of historic significance. For a change of scenery we head to colourful Bodnant Gardens before visiting lovely Llandudno.

Bodnant Gardens & LlandudnoBodnant Gardens is renowned for its impressive botanical collections. Look out forthe remarkable plants from around the world, grand ponds, wooded valleys, Italianateterraces and spectacular structures as well as an abundance of wildlife. We continueto Llandudno where you could perhaps explore the pier or meander along thepromenade.

Liverpool Explore the listed buildings, superb museums, art galleries and modern shoppingcentres that make Liverpool the quintessential visitors’ city.

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5 DAYS ONLY £379Sun 24 May Sun 5 Jul

5 DAYS ONLY £399Thu 11 Jun Mon 10 Aug

Located in the heart of the city the Best WesternPremier Queen Hotel is perfectly placed forexploring the many attractions on offer. Thehotel boasts stylish public areas and outstandingbedrooms, offering modern comforts whilstkeeping the elegance of their Victorian heritage.

Holiday code: UECHQS

Chester & A Taste of Wales

Capesthorne Hall

Arley Hall WalledGarden

Llandudno

Chester






MENZIES STOURPORTMANOR - STOURPORT-ON-SEVERN

Holiday code: YEBOBS

Your Excursions

Come with us to the luscious Lake District, one of themost beautiful areas of the United Kingdom, where

generations of artists, writers and musicians have foundinspiration. The highlight of this tour is an excursion “off the

beaten track” as we board Mountain Goat mini buses for aspecial day to remember!5

Daysonly£459 The Best Western Burnside Hotel is one of the

finest Lake District Hotels, located in maturegardens with views overlooking LakeWindermere, just a short walk from the shopsand attractions. It offers luxury accommodation,cosy lounges with log fires and breathtakingviews of the lake. Delicious, fresh, seasonaldishes can be enjoyed in Silhouettes Restaurant.

BURNSIDE HOTEL -BOWNESS

Your Excursions

Stourport-on-Severn is the only town in Britain built solely asa consequence of the coming of the canals. Its working history

goes as far back as the 1780s with a wide variety of industries,such as brass and iron foundries. This is a superb destination for a

peaceful, relaxing break so sit back and drink in the beautiful viewsover the River Severn and the meadows beyond.

Bewdley & the Severn Valley RailwayToday we head to Bewdley, a pretty Georgian town where we enjoy some free time.Then it’s time to step aboard the Severn Valley Railway for a scenic journey toBridgenorth.

Eastnor Castle & LedburyToday we visit Eastnor Castle with the magnificent Malvern Hills as a gloriousbackdrop. We also include free time in Ledbury, home to some of the finesttimbered buildings in the country.

AshbourneOn our final day we call in Ashbourne, one of Derbyshire’s finest old market towns,combining a medieval street pattern and historic buildings with a wealth of highquality shops.

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Fri 10 Jul £299

Sat 19 Sep £299

5 DAYS ONLY £459Mon 13 Apr Mon 12 Oct

Set within acres of beautiful grounds on theoutskirts of Kidderminster, our chosen hotel is acontemporary country house hotel withcomfortable lounges, brasserie restaurant and aninviting bar.

Holiday code: UESTMS

Severn Valley Railway

Keswick

Eastnor Castle

Escape to the Country

LakesSpectacular







Keswick & UllswaterSet on the shores of Derwentwater, we visit the charming market town of Keswick. In the afternoon we visit delightful Ullswater before ascending theKirkstone Pass to feast our eyes on the most breathtaking lake and mountainvistas.

“Off the Beaten Track” Mountain Goat ExperienceOff we head by mini bus for a special day excursion into the Western Lakes, taking us over the Wrynose and Hardknott passes to Upper Eskdale, Scarfell and Scafell Pike. We can also admire Wastwater, voted “Britain’s Favourite View”.Also included is a ride on the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway and a visit to MunsterCastle gardens.

Ullswater





SALFORD HALL - EVESHAM

Holiday code: UESTGS

Your Excursions

This fascinating holiday is centred around the world famous town of Stratford-upon-Avon, where you’ll be simplyspoilt for choice on how to spend your time – cruise the

river, browse the shops or maybe visit the theatre. We include a delightful mix of sightseeing and historic excursions seeing

the villages of the Cotswolds, Warwick with its mighty castle, as well as time to explore the town synonymous with Shakespeare

himself.

Stratford-upon-Avon

5Days

from£359 This delightful Grade II listed building is situated

in the centre of Stratford-upon-Avon. It’sGeorgian style exudes an abundance ofcharacter and creates an ambiance to match theShakespearean past of this historic market town.The hotel has a bar and relaxing lounges,perfect for enjoying an apèritif before dinner.

GROSVENOR HOTEL -STRATFORD-UPON-AVON

Warwick & Leamington SpaWe begin in Warwick, where there is the opportunity to visit Britain’s ultimate castle.(entry not included in the price). We head to the pretty town of Royal Leamington Spawhere you can experience wide boulevards, Georgian and Edwardian architecture,award-winning parks and Regency shopping paradise.

CotswoldsWe enjoy a day discovering the rolling hills and picturesque villages.

National ArboretumOn the return journey we call in Lichfield at the National Arboretum, a combination ofmilitary and civilian memorials to our armed forces set in 150 acres of trees andgardens.

Your Excursions

Spend a day in picturesque Stratford-upon-Avon with its “Bard ofAvon” attractions such as the dedicated Shakespeare houses, the

Holy Trinity Church where the playwright was buried, AnneHathaway’s cottage and the landmark Royal Shakespeare Theatre.

Discover the charm and tranquillity of Broadway, a chocolate box villagereferred to as the “Jewel of the Cotswolds”. Explore Bourton House Gar-

den, truly a garden-lover’s dream with quirky features such as topiary chickensand knot garden, then admire the eye-catching splendour of Cheltenham.

Stratford-upon-AvonDiscover the Shakespeare attractions, admire the half-timbered Tudor architecture, takea cruise on the river, stroll along the banks of the Avon or wander around the quaintshops.Broadway & Regency CheltenhamWith its wide streets bordered by horse chestnut trees, period houses and honeycoloured stone cottages, the village of Broadway is a prize jewel within an area ofoutstanding beauty. We continue to Cheltenham, the cultural centre of the Cotswoldsand an elegant Regency spa town.Bourton House Garden & Cotswolds VillagesThis once neglected wilderness has been lovingly transformed into the perfect gardensetting. Look out for imaginative topiary, unique water features created from naturalsprings, herbaceous borders, dazzling colour combinations and exotic plants. We returnvia the picture book villages of the Cotswolds.

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5 DAYS FROM £359Sun 5 Apr £359

Sun 14 Jun £369

Sun 6 Sep £369

Standing in its own grounds, this Grade I listedTudor manor features an impressive approach,via a winding driveway, interiors have an abun-dance of charm and elegance with inglenookfireplaces and oak beamed ceilings.

Holiday code: UEABSS

ShakespeareCountry& Jewels of the Cotswolds

Stratford-upon_Avon

Cotswolds

Shakespeare Statue

Bourton HouseGarden








Monday. Our tour begins with a visit to Tewkesbury, acharming town where time has stood still as themedieval character is perfectly preserved as a living

museum. We arrive at the hotel with time to settlein prior to dinner.

Tuesday. Today we are joined by our blue badge guide for a full day touring thebeautiful Cotswolds. Enjoy the informativetour taking in the best of the pretty townsand villages with some free time along theway to have a bite to eat or take a photoor two. With many a tale to tell, our guidewill expertly take us on a journey of timespast and there may even be a little scandalalong the way!

Wednesday. We enjoy a full day inthe regency town of Cheltenham.

Take a stroll along the historic

Promenade, squares and terraces admiring the townhouses with their intricate iron work balconies andpainted stucco façades. There are stylish shops andrestaurants as well as award winning gardens to enjoy.

Thursday. Today we visit the Southern Cotswoldstaking in Cirencester, often referred to as the Captial of the Cotswolds, this was the second largest town in Britain during Roman times. We travel here via the pretty villages of Bibury and Barnsley and completethe day with a stop in the market town of Stroud.

Friday. After breakfast, we journey to elegant Lichfieldwhere you might care to admire the stunning triplespired medieval cathedral, relax in leafy Beacon Park orjust enjoy a bite to eat. From here, we make our wayhome.


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Luxury coach travel




PRICE INCLUDES

Mon 13 Jul Mon 7 Sep

5 DAYS ONLY £359

Set in landscaped gardens, this magnificentfour star Georgian country house hotel hasstunning lake views, superb leisure facilitiesand a tranquil beauty treatment room. TheLakeside Restaurant offers a wide choice oftasty food from locally sourced ingredients,whilst snacks can be enjoyed in theLilleybrook Bar.

Holiday code: UECHCS

Cotswolds countryside

Cheltenham

Cotswolds

CHELTENHAM PARK HOTEL - CHELTENHAM

5Days

only£359 This stunning region is famous for its charming honey-coloured villages and historic market towns all

set against a backdrop of rolling countryside. The Cotswolds offers so much to see from beautifularboreta, grand manor houses and gardens to quaint churches in quiet backwaters and age-oldarchaeological sites. The Regency Spa town of Cheltenham has been welcoming visitors for almostthree hundred years, when the first natural spring was discovered. The town boasts outstandingarchitecture and fine town houses along with stylish shopping and colourful parks.


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Cheltenham

Please note the manor house does not have a liftand access is via several steps

Monday. En route we call in the historic town of Great Malvern in Worcestershire. We enjoy free timehere before continuing to our hotel to settle in prior

to dinner.

Tuesday. We head into Herefordshire where high on a sandstone cliff overlook-

ing a large loop in the beautiful RiverWye is the historic market town ofRoss-on-Wye. After some free time here we head to Ledbury,where you could be forgiven for thinking you are back in the16th century when you walk upChurch Lane on its cobbledsurface that has featured in manyfilms.

Wednesday. Today takes us to Regency Bath, with timeto explore the honey coloured squares and crescents,perhaps visit the imposing Abbey or attractive RomanBaths or just browse the super shops on offer.

Thursday. We take a leisurely drive to Burford inOxfordshire, this beautiful town has a broad main streetthat slopes gently down to the river Windrush and islined with dignified old houses, ancient cottages and aselection of shops and cafés. We continue to prettyStow-on-the-Wold for free time before returning to thehotel.

Friday. Sadly we depart Tortworth Court and headhomeward. But first we make a stop at Sudeley Castle,where we admire the award-winning gardens and take atour of the castle rooms.

Come and enjoy a relaxing break that takes you on a journey through sleepy villages dotted with flower adorned cottages, inviting pubs with excellent food, antique shops, impressive cathedrals, castles and churches. Extra special treats include a tour of Sudeley Castle and a visit to Ledbury, one of the finest black and white towns in the country, all from the comfort of our chosen luxurious hotel.

Bath & theCotswolds

Mon 11 May £389

Mon 3 Aug £399

Mon 28 Sep £389

5 DAYS FROM £389


BathRoman baths


5Days

from£389

Cotswolds

Sudeley Castle



Holiday code: UEWOTS

Cotswolds


Dinner, B&B

Luxury coach travel




PRICE INCLUDES

Part of the Four Pillars Hotel Group,this magnificent Cotswolds countryhouse hotel is situated in a stunningGloucestershire location. A grade IIlisted Victorian mansion full ofgrandeur awaits us with all thetrimmings of a four star hotel. With it’sfascinating history Tortworth Courtoffers a tranquil and relaxing settingor for those more energetic, the gymand pool may tempt you.

TORTWORTH COURT HOTEL – WOTTON-UNDER-EDGE

Monday. We begin our break with a visit to RAFCosford, where you can see the worlds oldest Spitfire,stand in awe under a Vulcan Bomber, enter theinteractive gallery and much much more.

Tuesday. Our day begins in Bridgnorth where we board our nostalgic steam train for the one hour journey on the Severn Valley Railwayto Kidderminster. From here we make ourway to ancient Worcester where the skylineis dominated by the tower of theCathedral and the spires of All SaintsChurch.

Wednesday. A full day exploring theIronbridge Gorge, a beautiful place withattractions such as the CoalbrookedaleMuseum of Iron, the Museum of the

Gorge, the Iron Bridge & Tollhouse and Blists HillVictorian Town, a fascinating open air museum, sure totake you back in time.

Thursday. Off we head to Shrewsbury, birthplace of Charles Darwin, home to over six hundred listed buildings, quirky shops and inviting eateries.Later we visit the Dorothy Clive Garden, a haven oftranquillity with a network of pathways just waiting tobe explored.

Friday. Our tour is rounded off with a visit to the National Arboretum near Lichfield; a memorial to our armed forces and civilians where life isrepresented by over fifty thousand trees. We return toour local areas with happy memories of a wonderfulbreak.


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PRICE INCLUDES

Mon 6 Apr £329

Mon 8 Jun £339

Mon 17 Aug £349

5 DAYS FROM £329

This modern four star hotel is located close to Telford town centre and features extens-ive leisure facilities including a gymnasium, swimming pool, sauna, solarium, jacuzzi and steamroom. Why not relax and enjoy a pre-dinner drink in the welcoming bar or visit the Sir Stephen’sBrassiere which offers a wide range of food to whet the appetite.

Holiday code: UETETS

National Arboretum

Blists Hill

Dorothy Clive Gardens

TELFORD WHITEHOUSE HOTEL

5Days

from£329 Tucked away on the English and Welsh border, Shropshire is a delightful unspoilt county and one of

the least crowded, most peaceful areas of England. Having said that, there are a host of delights toenjoy on this great holiday including the glorious Dorothy Clive Garden with its abundance of colourfulflora, a steam journey aboard the Severn Valley Railway and a full day exploring the UNESCO WorldHeritage Site of Ironbridge.


Secrets ofShropshire



Ironbridge Gorge



MERCURE MAIDSTONEGREAT DANES HOTEL

Holiday code: UEASAS

Your Excursions

The heart of Kent is the perfect place to unwind in quin-tessential English countryside, also known as the Garden ofEngland. Enjoy an evocative ride on a narrow gauge light railway,

indulge in some wine tasting and dip your toe in a charmingseaside town.

Garden of EnglandWines, Vines & Railway Lines

4Days

from£279 Our base is the four star Ashford International

Hotel, boasting a fabulous health club with stateof the art facilities. Relax or enjoy a pre-dinnerdrink in the contemporary atrium, beforeheading into the stylish Horizon Restaurantwhere the chefs take locally grown Britishproduce and put a contemporary twist ontraditional dishes.

INTERNATIONAL HOTEL -ASHFORD

Wines, Vines & Railways Lines We head to Hythe where we board our carriage for a nostalgic train journey throughthe verdant Kent countryside to Dungeness. From here we travel by coach toBiddenden Vineyard where we enjoy a tour of the presses and bottling line beforeindulging in the some wine tasting at the well stocked shop.

Canterbury & WhitstableRenowned for its oysters, Whitstable possesses a bohemian charm with unique craftsshops, quirky galleries and Old Neptune – a pub right on the beach. We also visitCanterbury, with its famous cathedral and attractions.

RochesterWe return home via historic Rochester.

On this tour you’ll discover some of England’s most notablelandmarks, historic towns, picture postcard villages, enchanting

castles and beautiful gardens – perfect for a short break.

CambridgeWe make a stop en route in historic Cambridge prior to arriving at our hotel.

Royal Tunbridge Wells & Hever Castle and GardensA morning visit to the spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells, where you could wander the Pantiles – the famous colonnaded walkway, home to a variety of delightfulshops, galleries and lovely cafés. Later we visit Hever Castle and Gardens, once the childhood home of Anne Boleyn. Set in magnificent gardens with formal ItalianGarden and topiary.

Sissinghurst & Leeds CastleFirst stop is Sissinghurst, which is of huge historical importance in English gardendesign, created by Vita Sackville-West and Sir Harold Nicholson in the grounds of aruined Elizabethan mansion. We then continue to Leeds Castle, one of the mostromantic and historic buildings in the land. Built on two small islands in the middle ofa lake, it’s surrounded by woods and parkland.

4Days

from£299

Dinner, B&B | Luxury coach travel | Door to Door* collection | Excursions as stated | Free holiday insurance optionPRICE INCLUDES

4 DAYS FROM £299Sun 10 May £299

Sun 28 Jun £309

Sun 6 Sep £309

4 DAYS FROM £279Sat 16 May £289

Tue 4 Aug £299

Tue 20 Oct £279

This four star hotel is set in 26 acres of privategrounds and is perfectly located close toMaidstone, making it ideal for visiting thesurrounding area. Modern facilities andcontemporary guest rooms are on offer and youcan indulge yourself in The Brasserie and TheBar or unwind in the Feel Good Health Club.

Holiday code: UEMAMS

Castles & Gardens of Kent

Biddenden wine

CanteburyCathedral

Leeds Castle

Tunbridge Wells







Your Excursions

MERCURE NORWICH HOTEL

Holiday code: UEHADS

Your Excursions

A tour of hidden gems, as we discover towns and villages full of character and olde worlde charm,

which make Suffolk a unique place to visit. To make the most of our tour we’re joined on one day by a guide who

will regale us with stories as we explore the pretty villages of Suffolk.5

Daysonly£359

This luxurious four star hotel is set in its owngrounds. An impressive Italianate mansion withparts dating back to 1322, modern comfortsinclude opulent interiors, comfortable loungewith open fireplace, cocktail bar and an elegantrestaurant.

DOWNHALL COUNTRYHOUSE HOTEL - HATFIELDHEATH

Your Excursions

This break combines the historic charm of Norwich with it’s beautiful riverside location on the Broads. The most

complete medieval city in England, Norwich is brimming withheritage, and no visit to Norfolk would be complete without a

cruise on the Norfolk Broads.

The Norfolk Broads & Great YarmouthOur first stop is the pretty town of Wroxham, where we have some free timebefore boarding our boat for a scenic Broads cruise. Sit back and enjoy thescenery and an abundance of wildlife in this magical place. We then continue toGreat Yarmouth for an afternoon at leisure.

NorwichA fascinating city with two cathedrals, a Norman Castle, medieval churches and anarray of excellent shopping areas.

Norfolk Coast A coastal excursion taking us through Cromer to Sheringham where we make a stop before continuing through Blakeney to Wells-next-the-Sea, where we pause again.

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from£329

5 DAYS FROM £329Mon 20 Apr £329

Mon 29 Jun £339

Mon 31 Aug £339

5 DAYS ONLY £359Mon 25 May Mon 20 Jul

Located close to the city centre the four starMercure Norwich Hotel features contemporarywell equipped bedrooms, delicious fare in theBrasserie Restaurant and excellent facilities in theFeel Good Health Club complete with pool,gym, sauna and spa.

Holiday code: UENOMS

Norwich Cathedral

Audley End House

Bury St Edmunds

Norfolk Broads

Norwich & theNorfolk Broads

Suffolk Villages






Audley End House & Bury St EdmundsOne of England’s finest country houses, this elegant property was built in theseventeenth century to entertain royalty. Explore the splendour of the mansionhouse, gardens and recently opened stables. Following this we visit the medievalmarket town of Bury St Edmunds.

Suffolk VillagesOur guide joins us today for a tour of the pastel coloured villages whose timber-framed houses and thatched roofs make this area unique.

Chelmsford & Burnham-on-CrouchWe call at Chelmsford, the county town of Essex for a chance to have a bite to eator wander around the shops. Moving on, we visit Burnham-on-Crouch. Thequayside of this peaceful town brims with olde worlde charm in the form of listedbuildings, boat-building yards and sailing clubs.




Hastings & Rye Hastings has a quaint Old Town featuring narrow alleyways and ancient architecture. With its beautifully preserved

dwellings from medieval, Tudor and Georgian times, Rye is like a town suspended in time.

Lewes & Brighton The historic market town of Lewes is flanked by the chalky South Downs, dominated by an imposing

Norman castle and has an abundance of antique shops. Visit Brighton’s museums and art galleries,explore the landmark pier or wander the narrow passageways crammed with exotic shops and cafés.

Beachy Head & AlfristonWe head first to the world famous Beachy Head chalk promontory before continuing to Alfriston,one of the oldest and prettiest villages in Sussex where the quaint pavements are awash withindependently owned shops (six and seven day holidays only).

Bustling Eastbourne occupies a fabulous position on the edge of the spectacular South Downs. Shelteredby Beachy Head, this sunny resort is home to the famous Carpet Gardens and features three miles of levelpromenade, award-winning beaches and a fine example of a traditional Grand Bandstand. Stroll throughthe many shops, cafés and restaurants or hop aboard the seafront train for a fun way of seeing the sights.We make the most of our visit to this delightful part of England with excursions to neighbouring resorts andtowns such as historic Hastings and picturesque Rye. Six and seven day holidays also take us to theimpossibly pretty village of Alfriston.

Mon 30 Mar £329 Mon 5 Oct £349

5 DAYS FROM £329

Sun 24 May £449 Sun 12 Jul £489

6 DAYS FROM £449

We return to the super four star CavendishHotel, commanding the premier position onEastbourne’s Grand Parade. The hotel enjoys areputation for fine food and wine in itsmagnificent Marine Restaurant. The CoronetBar is situated at the front of the hoteloverlooking the beach. The Sun Lounge,which also enjoys excellent sea views, is justthe place to sit and relax.

Thu 30 Apr

5 DAYS ONLY £299

Eastbourne

Your Excursions

Choice of Hotels in Eastbourne

5,6&7Days

from£299

CAVENDISH HOTEL

Brighton

Rye Castle

Eastbourne

This lovely three star hotel was built in the1920’s Sympathetically modernised over theyears it now features modern, well equippedbedrooms and an elegant lounge whilst theMulberry Restaurant serves fresh, seasonal cuis-ine with a focus on preparing everything poss-ible on-site. It is quietly located just off the sea-front and prides itself on its traditional valueswith a strong passion for service and quality.

NEW WILMINGTON HOTEL

Dinner, B&B | Door to Door collection* | Luxury coach travel | Excursions as stated | Free holiday insurance option


PRICE INCLUDES



ElegantEastbourne

Holiday code: UEEACS | UEEANS


Sat 1 Aug

7 DAYS ONLY £449


Dartmoor National Park & PlymouthWe head to Dartmoor National Park, a stunning landscape and the filming location for the blockbuster War Horse.We move on to the naval port of Plymouth where you’ll find the Mayflower Steps marking the spot where the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for America. Perhaps take a harbour cruise and experience the “ocean city” from

the water.

Exmouth & SidmouthExmouth has a stretch of sandy beach and a small harbour from where you can take a pleasure cruise upthe River Exe and along the Jurassic Coast. Voted Britain’s top floral seaside town, scintillatingSidmouth rests beneath majestic red cliffs and exudes a timeless charm.

Dartmouth & Teignmouth Divine Dartmouth features ancient narrow alleys and cobbled squares. Blackpool Gardens boasts rare and exotic plants whilst the town’s museum is set in a seventeenth century merchant’s house. Teignmouth has a Victorian pier, promenade, lido, parks and a heritage centre (six dayholidays only).

Your Holiday Excursions

Dinner, B&B

Luxury coach travel




PRICE INCLUDESMon 13 Apr £319

Mon 20 Jul £339

Mon 14 Sep £329

5 DAYS FROM £319

Small & stylish, warm & welcoming - fromthe moment you walk through the dooryou'll feel at home in the Carlton. TheRiviera Lounge boasts panoramic viewsacross Torbay. Part of the Torquay LeisureHotels Group with a wide range ofentertainment and activities to keep youoccupied throughout your stay. Why not try your hand at bowling, snooker, tennis or perhaps take a dip in one of the swim-ming pools? There is also the Aztec Spa ifyou feel like treating yourself to a relaxingtreatment.

Holiday code: UETOCS

Torquay

Sidmouth

Torquay

CARLTON HOTEL - TORQUAY

5&6Days

from£319 Nestling on the English Riviera, Torquay offers a truly continental feel with luxury yachts bobbing in the

harbour, golden beaches, elegant street façades, swaying palm trees and exotic gardens. Be sure tosee Kents Cavern, a spectacular natural cave which you’ll find just a short walk from Meadfoot Beach.And make sure you find time to visit Torquay Museum with its exhibition dedicated to Agatha Christie,the town’s most famous daughter.


Torquay

Sun 7 Jun £409

6 DAYS ONLY £409



Jurassic coast



THE MADIERA HOTEL -FALMOUTH

Holiday code: UETITS

Your Excursions

In Devonshire’s Heartland you have the a great advantage ofbeing well away from the crowds, yet perfectly positioned toexplore not only Devon’s glorious coast and countryside but also

some of the great attractions on offer.

Devon Delights

5Days

only£369 This Best Western Hotel lies on the edge of the

market town of Tiverton in the heart of beautifulMid Devon. Set within two acres of maturegardens, expect warm smiles and highstandards of hospitality. Great regional cuisine ison offer in the Gallery Restaurant, sourcedwhenever possible from local West Countryproducers.

TIVERTON HOTEL

Grand Western Canal Horse Drawn Barge We take a relaxing barge cruise through the Devon countryside, making a short stopto stretch your legs and see the Aqueduct before returning to Tiverton for free time.

Barnstaple & Dartington Crystal We begin with a fascinating tour of the Dartington Crystal Factory, here we see howcrystal is hand crafted and blown from the molten glass into final finished masterpieces. Following this we continue to Barnstaple with time to explore this lovely townwith its Pannier market.

Exmoor, Lynton & LynmouthWe journey through the Exmoor National Park to the twin towns of Lynton and Lynmouth which share a fascinating and varied history yet they’ve still retainedtheir attractive charm and character to this day. No visit would be complete with-out a trip on the world famous Victorian water powered Cliff Railway which links the towns.

Your Excursions

Falmouth has been shaped and influenced by its strongconnection to the sea; in fact it is home to the world’s third

largest deepwater harbour. A fascinating maritime heritage sitscomfortably alongside the gorgeous beaches and town that

have inspired countless artists, sailors, explorers and musicians over the years.

The Lost Gardens of Heligan & MevagisseyFirst stop is the unique and picturesque village of Mevagissey, which dates back tothe early fourteenth century. We then continue to the Lost Gardens of Heligan, votedthe nation’s favourite garden by viewers of BBC’s Gardeners’ World.

Newquay & PerranporthPride of the Atlantic coast, Newquay boasts some of the finest beaches in Europe andthe picturesque harbour is a joy to explore. We also make a stop in Perranporth apretty seaside village with waterfront restaurants.

Penzance & Lands EndPenzance enjoys one of the mildest climates in the UK, one of the striking thingsabout the town is the abundance of palm trees and gardens full of sub-tropical plants.We then continue to Lands End, Britain’s most south-westerly point and the country’smost famous landmarks.

8Days

from£479

Dinner, B&B | Luxury coach travel | Door to Door* collection | Excursions as stated | Free holiday Insurance optionPRICE INCLUDES

8 DAYS FROM £479Sat 9 May £479 Sat 1 Aug £529

5 DAYS ONLY £369Mon 13 Apr Sun 11 Oct

Beautifully situated on the seafront with splendidviews of Pendennis Castle and Falmouth bay.This popular hotel has a delightful bar loungeand comfortable sun lounge with spectacular seaviews. The attractive restaurant with dance floorboasts regular evening entertainment.

Holiday code: UEFAMS

Falmouth & Highlights of Cornwall

Grand Western Canal

Exmoorcoast

Lost Gardensof Heligan

Falmouth







Isle of Wight Steam Railway & RydeEnduring memories are guaranteed as we hop aboard a nostalgic nineteenth century carriage, painstakingly restoredto pristine condition and pulled by a majestic steam engine. Afterwards we visit Ryde, home to a traditional pier

and sweeping beach.

Island HighlightsWe explore this breathtaking island taking in delightful places such as picture postcard Godshill, Alum Bay,the famous Needles that stretch out to sea and quaint Yarmouth.

NewportA half day visit to Newport, a historic town where the focal point is two elegant squares flanked byGeorgian and Victorian architecture. The Museum of Island History, the Roman Villa and the Quay ArtsCentre are all within walking distance of its hub (seven day holidays only).

Osborne House“It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot.” So said Queen Victoria on her first visit to this opulentseaside palace set amidst truly sumptuous gardens. Admission is included and gains us access toVictoria and Albert’s private quarters, the State Rooms and the Bathing Machine that preserved her

majesty’s modesty (seven day holidays only).


Dinner, B&B

Luxury coach travel




PRICE INCLUDESSun 19 Apr £369

Sun 23 Aug £489

Tue 13 Oct £369

5 DAYS FROM £369

Wed 24 Jun

7 DAYS ONLY £599

Our chosen hotel is something very special,an elegant country house hotel, set in maturegrounds. Built in the late 1860’s, said to befor one of Queen Victoria’s ladies in waiting,the house still retains its sense of history withmany original Victorian features. Uniquelylocated on an elevated position it benefitsfrom both countryside and coastal vistas.Dining is a pleasure in the elegant restaurant,relax in the comfortable lounges or perhapstake a dip in one of the indoor or outdoorpools.

Holiday code: UESHBS

Shanklin

Needles

Isle of WightSteam Railway

BOURNE HALL HOTEL - SHANKLIN

5&7Days

from£369 Set against a dramatic backdrop of sandstone cliffs, the charming Victorian town of Shanklin features a

wide sandy beach lined with traditional beach huts. The bustling Esplanade is jam-packed with seasideamusements and cafés. However, if you prefer a quieter time, relax in leafy Rylstone Gardens or visit theunique Shanklin Chine - a stunning gorge with rare plants and a delightful waterfall. Hop aboard the clifflift to get to the enchanting Old Village with its lovely thatched cottages and check out the programmeof events at the bandstand.


Isle ofWight


Newport




BEDFORD HOTEL -SIDMOUTH

Holiday code: UENEBS

Newquay boasts a fantastic coastline, huge cliffs soaring up to the sky and an array of stunning beaches that stretch for miles. Or alternatively if you don’t want to get your feet

wet or sand between your toes, then take a stroll around the town’s many attractions or seaside shops. Leaving Newquay

behind we discover Cornwall’s pretty villages, scenic coves andbeautiful bays.

Newquay & the Cornish Coast

5Days

only£319

Just a ten minute walk from the centre ofNewquay and only 200 yards from Tolcarnebeach, the Barrowfield Hotel enjoys a superlocation. The excellent standards, high levels ofservice and a warm and friendly welcome ensureguests return year after year.

BARROWFIELD HOTEL -NEWQUAY

Padstow & Port IsaacWe travel to Doc Martin country, with the day being split between the quaint fishingvillages of Padstow, famous for Rick Stein’s fish restaurant and Port Isaac where scenesin the television series Doc Martin were filmed.

St Ives & PenzanceA visit to the quintessential English fishing village of St Ives. Perhaps sit and watch theworld go by at the harbour or meander the narrow streets. Next we visit Penzance,England’s most southerly point.

Your Excursions

Situated in the heart of the rolling South Devon countryside, the elegant Regency town of Sidmouth is flanked with glorious

cliff scenery. Sidmouth offers an idyllic holiday setting with anunmatched charm. The bustling seafront brims with shops, cafés and

restaurants and the locals are known for their welcoming manner and thepride they take in their resort.

Jurassic Coast A full day coastal excursion travelling via the fishing village of Beer to Seaton, wherethere is chance to hop on the famous Seaton tramway before continuing throughAxmouth onto Lyme Regis. Here there’s time to stroll along Marine Parade and enjoythe visual splendour of the Cobb.

Powderham Castle & ExeterWe begin our day at Powderham Castle for a tour of one of England’s oldest familyhomes. Enjoying a picturesque setting with a deer park beside the River Exe, over600 years of history are waiting to be explored within its walls. Following this we headto Exeter to explore the city’s many attractions.

5Days

from£369

5 DAYS FROM £369Mon 30 Mar £369

Fri 26 Jun £429

Mon 26 Oct £419

5 DAYS ONLY £319Tue 21 Jul

The Bedford, located on the esplanade, lookingover Lyme Bay is considered one of the finesthotels in Sidmouth. Over the past 20 years theowners have built a good reputation amongstlocals and visitors alike for great service andexcellent food, much of which is locally sourcedfrom the family farm. You’ll experience a person-al feel and a warm and friendly welcome thatyou would only expect from a family run hotel.

Holiday code: UESIBS

Sidmouth

Newquay Harbour

Padstow

Jurassiccoast

Sidmouth






Your Excursions



Monday. Making our way to the south coast we arrivewith time to settle in before dinner.

Tuesday. Today our excursion takes us to Weymouth, a classic seaside resort with fantastic beach,

vibrant harbour and wonderful long prom-enade. From here we take the coast roadthrough Abbotsbury to West Bay, wherethere is time to explore.

Wednesday. We take a short walk to the quayside for a cruise taking youthrough beautiful Poole Harbour, to the Jurassic Heritage Coast, sailing pastOld Harry Rocks and onto the quaintfishing village of Swanage. Here you can explore the golden beaches, cosy

little tea rooms, cultural heritage and historic buildings,before returning to Poole by coach later in theafternoon.

Thursday. A day at leisure in the resort of Poole to do as much or as little as you like. Perhaps take a tour of Poole Pottery and have a go at making a pot, follow the cockle trail around the town or hop on a boat to Brownsea Island, to learn about it’s rich history and wander amongst the ornamentalpeacocks.

Friday. Sadly we bid farewell to Poole and head forhome, returning to our local areas with happymemories of very pleasant break.


Dinner, B&B

Luxury coach travel




PRICE INCLUDES

Mon 8 Jun Mon 19 Oct

5 DAYS ONLY £359

This hotel enjoys a super location right next to Poole Quay, overlooking theharbour, convenient for walking into thetown or taking a stroll to the fam-ous Poole Potteries Visitor Centre. The hotelitself offers modern comfortable accom-modation, the Anchor bar is perfect for relaxing either inside or on the terraceand the Harbour View restaurant offers just that – amazing panoramic views overthe harbour.

Holiday code: UEPOTS

Poole harbour

Jurassic coast

Dorset coast

THISTLE HOTEL - POOLE

5Days

only£359 Hugging the south coast of England, pretty Poole boasts a picturesque natural harbour edged by

inviting waterside cafes. Delights to explore in this quaint coastal town include Compton Acresgardens, the Lighthouse arts centre and popular Poole Park. Out and about we visit wonderfulWeymouth with its World Heritage Jurassic Coastline and grand Georgian seafront. Fans of the smashhit TV series with be thrilled with our excursion to West Bay’s harbour and sandstone cliffs – the murdermystery’s instantly recognisable setting.


Poole & the DorsetCoast


Weymouth



Christchurch, Lyndhurst & the New Forest Located on the shores of its own natural harbour, traditional Christchurch is renowned for its eleventh century priory. We then continue to Lyndhurst, an historic town at the heart of the New Forest where you’ll find antique shops,

tearooms and ancient buildings. We explore the New Forest with its lush scenery, famous ponies and elusive deer.

Weymouth & DorchesterWeymouth boasts a World Heritage Jurassic coastline and harbour lined with al fresco cafés. The market

town of Dorchester was the inspiration for fictional “Casterbridge” in Thomas Hardy’s novels and ishome to a statue of the great author.

With the stunning Dorset countryside as a neighbour, seven miles of glorious sandy beaches and acres ofparks and gardens, Bournemouth has something for everyone. The mild winters and sunny summers makethis delightful seaside town a resort for all seasons, with a profusion of shops, boutiques and seasidequirkiness to keep you entertained. There’s a wealth of attractions, pretty towns and villages and of coursethe magnificent New Forest where ponies and cattle graze the land.

Mon 27 Apr

5 DAYS ONLY £349

Boasting spectacular sea views and just a fewminutes’ walk from the beach lift, this elegantfour star hotel is the sister to the MenziesCarlton. The spacious lounges have beenstylishly furnished to offer the perfect settingfor guests to relax, unwind and enjoy themagnificent sea views. The Regency Brasserierestaurant offers a daily changing menu usinglocally sourced ingredients.

Mon 15 Jun £369 Mon 5 Oct £319

5 DAYS FROM £319

Mon 6 Jul £379 Mon 28 Sep £349

5 DAYS FROM £349

Bournemouth

Your Excursions

Choice of Hotels in Bournemouth

5Days

from£319

New Forest

Bournemouth Gardens

Weymouth

This luxurious four starhotel is perched highon Bournemouth’s EastCliff commanding tre-mendous views acrossthe bay. Benefiting froman extensive refurbishment, the MenziesBournemouth Carlton is recognised as one ofthe leading hotels on the south coast. With itsgrand charm and richly decorated receptionareas and lounges, you can relax in style andcomfort.

MENZIES CARLTON HOTEL



BeautifulBournemouth

Holiday code: UEBOCS | UEBOES | UEBODS

Dinner, B&B

Luxury coach travel




PRICE INCLUDES


MENZIES EAST CLIFFCOURT HOTEL

The three star Durley Dean is an historicVictorian townhouse hotel situated close to the beaches of Bournemouth and a gentlestroll from the attractions of the town centre.Relaxed dining is available in the 28 Restaurant offering a range of Britishcuisine.

DURLEY DEAN HOTEL




Single room supplement applies

LANGSTONE HOTEL -HAYLING ISLAND

Holiday code: UESASS

Your Excursions

Sandbanks is a small peninsula at the mouth of Poole Harbour, one of the UK’s largest natural harbours.

The resort has become renowned over the past few years as a haunt of the rich and famous and the beach is probably

one of the best in England. With shallow crystal clear waters. Located in the harbour is Brownsea Island, owned by

the National Trust, it has an interesting history and is home to anabundance of wildlife.

5Days

from£349

Located in one of England’s most exclusivelocations, with direct access to the award-winning blue flag beach and bustling PooleHarbour. Enjoy a drink in the terrace bar thenrelax with a delicious meal in the SeaviewRestaurant.

SANDBANKS HOTEL -SANDBANKS

Your Excursions

British Hampshire offers a wealth of treasures from rollingcountryside to ancient forests. Located on the south coast

it enjoys many maritime connections. Portsmouth played amajor part in history and the Historic Dockyard is home to the

remains of the Mary Rose, which was built there more than fivehundred years ago. The New Forest National Park was once William theConqueror’s hunting ground; now it is home to a variety of wildlife,including thousands of wild ponies who wander freely.

WinchesterOn our outward journey we stop at Winchester, a lovely city famed for its cathedral.

Portsmouth Historic DockyardThere’s so much to enjoy in this time capsule of maritime endeavour – HMS Victory,HMS Warrior 1860, the National Museum of the Royal Navy and the newly openedMary Rose Museum.

New Forest & Hamble River CruiseWe enjoy a scenic drive through the New Forest, calling at Lyndhurst before a relaxing cruise on the River Hamble, location for the television drama Howard’s Way.

4Days

only£289

4 DAYS ONLY £289Thu 23 Jul Thu 24 Sep

5 DAYS FROM £349Mon 1 Jun £399

Mon 7 Sep £369

Mon 5 Oct £349

Set in a stunning location on the northern shoreof Hayling Island overlooking Langstone andChichester Harbour, just eight miles fromPortsmouth. The Brassiere restaurant offer arelaxing atmosphere with views of the harbourand the well equipped health centre features anindoor pool and beauty salon.

Holiday code: UEHALS

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Sandbanks

SalisburyCathedral

New Forest

Highlights of Hampshire

SwishSandbanks




Poole Harbour & Brownsea IslandWe take a cruise around Poole Harbour and include a visit to Brownsea Island. Hereyou can wander amongst ornamental peacocks, spot the red squirrels and learnmore about the island’s rich history.

Salisbury & Ringwood We call for short visit to Ringwood, with a charter dating back to 1226, Ringwoodstands on the western edge of the New Forest at a crossing point of the River Avon.Next we head to Salisbury one of England’s most wonderful cities – a medievalmasterpiece with something for everyone and at its heart there is the magnificentCathedral, towering over the city as it has for over 750 years.






TOWER HOTEL - LONDON

Holiday code: UESOPS

Discover traditional seaside pleasures and the glorious English countryside of Essex and Suffolk. With an abundance of quaint towns and villages, you can’t fail to understand

why artists like Constable and Gainsborough were inspired by this beautiful region. The area is rich in history and has been

influenced by many European cultures, with undiluted countryside,woodland and pretty hamlets all connected by winding tree covered

country lanes.

Constable Country,London & RHS Hyde Hall

5Days

only£329

Following a multi million pound refurbishment,the hotel is the jewel in the crown on Southend’sSeafront. It boasts modern accommodation,comfortable lounge and bar areas andwonderful sea views.

PARK INN PALACE HOTEL -SOUTHEND

Constable Country Guided TourA full day guided tour of Constable Country taking in pretty villages such as Dedham,Flatford Mill, East Bergholt and Capel St Mary along with breathtaking landscapescaptured on canvas by one of the greatest ever British artists.

RHS Hyde HallWe head to the vast estate of RHS Hyde Hall to immerse ourselves in nature as weexperience the ever changing and inspiring gardens. Following this we return toSouthend to spend the afternoon at leisure.

London We take a trip to our wonderful capital - London. Following a guided tour of the city bycoach there will be free time to do some exploring of your own, or perhaps enjoy aleisurely lunch and just watch the world go by.

Your Holiday

London is a diverse city with some of the world’s most recognisedlandmarks and attractions. Our summer London Leisure Breaks offer

the freedom to explore at your own pace. We include bed andbreakfast at a four star hotel located on the banks of the Thames. Then

it’s up to you to do as you please but here’s an idea or two to get youthinking... come face to face with the dinosaurs in the Natural HistoryMuseum or see your favourite celebrity close up in Madame Tussauds. Take aturn on the London Eye or a cruise along the Thames, a great way toexperience the city.

Whichever duration you select, you will enjoy a mid afternoon arrival on day one. Aftersettling in at the Tower Hotel, there will be plenty of time to get your bearings, perhapstake a stroll through nearby St Katherine’s Dock.

The remainder of the holiday is yours to do as you wish. Maybe treat yourself to a WestEnd show, hop aboard a London Bus through the vibrant city centre or shop till youdrop in bustling Oxford Street. There’s never any shortage of fun to be had in thecapital!

On our final day the morning will be at leisure with an afternoon departure for home.

4&5Days

from£269

Bed & English breakfast | Luxury coach travel | Door to Door* collection | Free holiday insurance optionPRICE INCLUDES

4 DAYS ONLY £269Fri 3 Apr Easter Weekend

5 DAYS ONLY £359Mon 3 Aug

Fri 7 Aug

Tue 11 Aug

Sat 15 Aug

5 DAYS ONLY £329Sun 7 Jun Mon 31 Aug

A luxurious four star hotel, situated next to theiconic Tower Bridge and St Katherine’s Dock,with its colourful yachts, boutiques andwalkways. The Tower offers a choice ofrestaurants and bars all with exceptional views.

Holiday code: UELOGS

London at Leisure

Hyde Hall

ChelmsfordHub

London Eye

Single room supplement appliesSingle room supplement applies




Your Excursions




Holiday code: UEHEHS

Holme Lacy House is an elegant and picturesque listed country house nestling in the beautiful WyeValley. The building combines graceful grandeur with a relaxed and intimate atmosphere. Unwind in

one of the drawing rooms, lounges or bars or take a stroll in the lavish grounds. For the more energetic,there are tennis courts, archery, bowls and a leisure centre to keep you busy.

5Days

only£429

Home to the National Portrait Gallery’s Victorian Collection, this majestic Grade II castle is set amidbeautiful woodlands and landscaped gardens. With magnificent views stretching to the Clwydian Hills and

a feast of live entertainment on offer, this is a hotel where you can spoil yourself rotten.

LlandudnoLlandudno is known as the “Queen of Welsh Resorts” and with very good reason.Lying on a sandy bay between the limestone headlands of Great and Little Orme, itis undoubtedly one of the most elegant seaside towns in the United Kingdom.Enjoy a stroll along the promenade, a cable car ride up to the Orme or dally on thetraditional Victorian pier.

Betws-y-Coed & Llanberis Today we venture through the lush landscape of the Welsh Mountains along theLlanberis Pass to visit the quaint traditional villages of Betws-y-Coed and Llanberis.

5Days

from£329


5 DAYS FROM £329Mon 23 Mar £329 Mon 19 Oct £369

Holiday code: UWBOWS

Llandudno

Bodelwyddan Castle,North Wales

Holme Lacy House,Herefordshire





UPGRADE TO A

SIGNATUREROOM FORJUST £40

UPGRADE TO A



Your Excursions

5 DAYS ONLY £429Mon 1 Jun Mon 21 Sep


Your ExcursionsHerefordWe enjoy a half day tour to Hereford, home to a host of attractions including thestunning cathedral that houses the award-winning Mappa Mundi & Chained LibraryExhibition, home to a truly spectacular medieval map of the world.

Ross-on-Wye & TewkesburyWe begin our day in the beautiful market town of Ross-on-Wye then head toTewkesbury, a medieval town that boasts an ancient abbey with some of the finestexamples of stained glass windows you’ll ever see.

Historic Worcester Today takes us to Worcester, another cathedral city with deep roots in the past.Attractions include the eighteenth century Guildhall, where the public may view theGrand Italianate styled Assembly Room with its collection of portraits.

Our friends at Warner Leisure Hotels believe that a relaxing break means differentthings to different people. That’s why they provide such a wide range of entertainmentand activities at each and every one of their unique locations. As all these destinationscater exclusively for adults, you can enjoy a well-earned break from the kids orgrandchildren. Bliss!

SIGNATURE ROOMS. At most Warner Leisure Hotels a modest surcharge allows you toupgrade to a Signature Room, promising bigger beds, a larger television and stylishcontemporary décor.


BodelwyddanCastle

Holme Lacy House

Holiday code: UEHULS

A stunning 16th century mansion set in exquisite manicuredlawns in the Berkshire countryside, close to Hungerford. It oozes history but has been restored to offer almost every

conceivable modern day facility. Enjoy dinner in the elegantrestaurant or a drink in one of the lounge bars. There are an

abundance of indoor and outdoor activities to keep busy during your stay.

Littlecote House,Berkshire

5Days

from£419

Royal BathWe enjoy a full day exploring the beautiful city of Bath, with its host ofattractions including the Roman Baths and Crescent. Feast your eyes onastounding landmarks such as the breathtaking abbey, guildhall and PulteneyBridge. There is also a superb selection of shops to browse.

Salisbury & Stonehenge Salisbury’s unique cathedral is truly a “must-see”. Other attractions in the towninclude Mompession House, a flawless example of Queen Anne architecture andthe Rifles Museum which tells the story of infantrymen from the Severn Years Warto the present day. We continue to awesome Stonehenge, a mysterious,haunting and unforgettable attraction.

Your Excursions

A charming grade II listed Manor House set in a delight-ful Somerset valley. This is where the popular TV series

To the Manor Born was filmed, turning the house and groundsinto overnight stars. Oozing with charm and elegance, with

facilities which are second to none, you’ll really not want to go home.

Lyme Regis & West BayThis area forms part of the Jurassic Coast, however that’s not its only claim tofame as more recently West Bay was used as a location in the TV drama seriesBroadchurch. We spend time in both of these popular resorts.

Sherborne & ShaftesburyHistoric Sherborne boasts two castles and pretty cobbled streets with an array offascinating independent retailers. Breathtaking views over Blackmore Vale canbe enjoyed from the ancient hilltop town of Shaftesbury. The famous cobblesfeatured in the TV advert for Hovis bread.

5Days

from£399

Holiday code: UECRWS

Cricket St Thomas,SomersetA Door to Door* Tour


Your Excursions

Bath



UPGRADE TO A


5 DAYS FROM £399Mon 20 Apr £399 Mon 17 Aug £439


UPGRADE TO A


5 DAYS FROM £419Mon 18 May £429 Mon 26 Oct £419



Stonehenge

Cricket St Thomas

Littlecote House

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Great Getaways in good companyGOOD COMPANIONSDEDICATED TO THE SOLO TRAVELLER

Tempting resorts, friendly faces, enticing excursions, cheery hosts and intriguing itineraries – just some of the special ingredients you

can look forward to on a GOOD COMPANIONS holiday. With GOOD COMPANIONS you avoid the stress of travelling alone and

can simply enjoy your break in the company of new friends. Look forward to a warm welcome from your friendly host at an informal

drinks reception where you can meet and mingle with your fellow GOOD COMPANIONS - just the ticket for breaking the ice and

sharing a laugh with pals.

What’s more, there are no annoying single room supplements to pay on GOOD COMPANIONS holidays. And to add to your peace

of mind, all our GOOD COMPANIONS holidays include our much praised Door to Door service so you can relax knowing you’llbe picked up and dropped off safely at your own home. Little wonder these escorted tours for mature single travellers become

more and more popular every year. Explore Shakespeare’s Stratford, discover Ireland or whoop it up at the seaside. All accompanied

by convivial hosts who will make sure you never feel lonely. Welcome aboard!

Your excursionsWe spend a lovely day in County Clare’s amazing and changing landscape,visiting the impressive Cliffs of Moher and the fascinating limestone landscape ofthe Burren. Another day takes us to Ennis, a picturesque market town, beforetaking a cruise on the River Shannon to admire the beautiful countryside. Thereis also a day in Galway city with a guided tour.

5Days

only£479

Holiday code: UIGALS

Cliffs of Moher

Sun 19 Apr

5 DAYS ONLY £479

Your excursionsWe begin with a journey on the scenic Settle to Carlisle Railway. One day wehead to the exciting New Lanark UNESCO Site a popular visitor attraction, whilstanother takes us into the north Lakes where we take a cruise on Ullswater andvisit Keswick. We discover the border towns of Jedburgh and attractive Peebleson our final excursion.

5Days

only£389

Holiday code: YSGRGS

Lake District

Mon 9 Mar

5 DAYS ONLY £389

Your excursions

Prepare to relish in some of thefinest scenery in England as ourexciting itinerary uncovers thisunique region of magnificentcountryside, unspoilt coastlines,tiny islands and quaint seasidevillages. Our base is the stylishJury’s Inn Gateshead, situatedsouth of the River Tyne with greatviews over the water and just ashort walk from Newcastle towncentre.

We include visits to three of the jewels in the region’s crown, Alnwick Garden,Alnwick Castle and the Wallington Estate. A tour of the coastline takes us tobeautiful Bamburgh, delightful Seahouses and the legendary Holy Island ofLindisfarne. We round the holiday off with a tour of Durham Cathedral followedby some leisure time.

Holiday code: YEGAJS

Sun 24 May

5 DAYS ONLY £399

Alnwick Garden

Cumbria & theScottishBorders

Treasures ofNorthumberland

Your excursions

Join us to explore the many facetsof life in the Emerald Isle on thisfascinating holiday of contrasts.Highlights include vibrant Dublin,the spectacular scenery of theWicklow Mountains and of courseno visit to Ireland would be com-plete without a little tipple at theTullamore Dew Whiskey distillery.Our chosen hotel is the awardwinning Hamlet Court Hotel,which oozes character and charm,close to Enfield.

Look forward to a guided tour of Dublin followed by free time to explore.Another day takes us to Avoca, in the Wicklow Mountains, where the hittelevision series Ballykissangel was filmed. Finally we visit historic Kildare Townbefore continuing to Tullamore, home to the Irish Mist liquor and Tullamore Dewwhiskey.

Holiday code: UIENHSSun 14 Jun

6 DAYS ONLY £389

Wicklow

Dublin & the WicklowMountains

GalwayGetaway


We base ourselves just over theScottish border, from where weexplore the pretty border townsand glorious countryside on offerand also spend time in charmingCumbria, home of course to thebeautiful Lake District. We stay atGretna Hall Hotel, originally builtin 1710, it is set in ten acres ofgardens and offers all the facil-ities you’d expect from a leadingcontemporary hotel.

Gorgeous Galway is a thriving city on the western coast ofIreland, a popular seaside destin-ation with beautiful beaches,cobbled streets and a meand-ering promenade. Set in gloriouscountryside our base is thefabulous Lough Rea Hotel andSpa, which offers superb facili-ties and luxurious accommo-dation.





5Days

only£399

This tour is only available fromYorkshire

This tour is only available fromYorkshire

6Days

only£389

PRICE INCLUDES Dinner, B&B | Door to Door collection* | Luxury coach travel | Welcome reception | Services of a Good Companions host | No single room supplement | Excursions as stated | Free holiday insurance option

Your excursionsFollowing some free time in Royal Leamington Spa our guide joins us as weexplore the local area, taking in Warwick and Shakespeare’s home town ofStratford-upon-Avon. Another day finds us in Birmingham, where we visit theJewellery Quarter before enjoying a relaxing canal cruise. Our final excursion isto Althorp House where we take a tour and learn about the fascinating history ofthe Spencer family.

5Days

only£379

Holiday code: UEHISS

Althorp House

Mon 24 Aug

5 DAYS ONLY £379

Your excursionsOff we head to Bridgnorth for a journey on the scenic Severn Valley Railwayfollowed by time in Kidderminster. A day of treats with a tour of Cadbury World,where of course we enjoy some samples, rounding off the day with an earlyevening canal cruise prior to dinner. Finally from the comfort of the coach wetake a tour of the animals at the West Midland Safari Park. We travel via Bakewelland return with a stop at Trentham Estate.

5Days

only£359

Holiday code: UEBIMS

Severn Valley Railway

Sun 19 Jul

5 DAYS ONLY £359

Your excursions

We spend time in Scotland’sbeautiful capital city, where weenjoy the sights on a guided tour.A holiday highlight is a trip on theamazing Falkirk Wheel. We alsoexplore some of the pretty bordertowns set in rolling hills andmoorland. The comfortable TintoHouse Hotel is our base, situatedat the foot of Tinto Hill in acres oflandscaped grounds.

A full day taking in the border towns of Galashields, pretty Peebles and Melrosewith some free time at Dawyck Garden Centre. Next we head to Edinburgh witha blue badge guided tour followed by some free time. Our visit to the FalkirkWheel includes a fifty minute journey that lifts the boat up to join the UnionCanal thirty five feet above. We call en route in Berwick-upon-Tweed andcharming Carlisle.

Holiday code: USSYTSMon 28 Sep £359

5 DAYS ONLY £359

Falkirk Wheel

Heart ofEngland

Edinburgh & the FalkirkWheel

Your excursions

Let’s head south to the delightfulresort of Bournemouth with itsgolden sandy beaches and acresof glorious gardens. Out andabout we view the Jurassic Coast by boat and visit Gold Hill, made famous in the Hovisadvert. We return to the superChine Hotel, with comfortablebar lounge and views over Surf Reef.

An excursion to Shaftesbury, one of the oldest and highest towns in Englandbefore continuing to Salisbury famous for its cathedral and excellent market.Another day we take in Poole Harbour and Old Harry Rocks on a delightful twohour cruise along the Jurassic Coast to pretty Swanage, a small fishing village,which flourished in the Victorian era.

Holiday code: UEBOCSSun 18 Oct

5 DAYS ONLY £379

Bournemouth

BeautifulBournemouth

MiddleEngland

Enjoy an action packed visit to an area fondly called the Heart ofEngland. Highlights include anostalgic train journey, relaxingcanal cruise, chocolate tasting at Cadbury World and tour of theWest Midlands Safari Park. Westay at the elegant four starMenzies Strathallen Hotel, closeto Birmingham.

Traditional market towns, prettyvillage greens, a wealth of historyand a host of attractions are all onoffer in this interesting break.Highlights include Stratford-upon-Avon, a canal cruise and a visit to the Spencer family home. We stay at the elegant SketchleyGrange Hotel, near Hinkley,which over the years has beenextended and enhanced into aluxury four star hotel.





5Days

only£359

5Days

only£379


PRICE INCLUDES Dinner, B&B | Door to Door collection* | Luxury coach travel | Welcome reception | Services of a Good Companions host | No single room supplement | Excursions as stated | Free holiday Insurance option

Saturday. We journey to Holyhead for our ferry cross-ing to Dublin, here we stay in the outskirts at the AspectHotel Park West on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis.

Sunday. Following breakfast we travel through Co.Tipperary towards Blarney where we soak up the

atmosphere in the village and perhaps kiss thelegendary stone. It’s onwards then to Glengarriff,

nestled in at the end of Bantry Bay, a stunninglocation where the mountains meet the sea.Here we stay for the next two nights at thelovely Eccles Hotel, enjoying a fantasticsetting overlooking the bay.

Monday. Our day kicks off with a guidedtour of the seaport of Cork. The after-noon is free to continue exploring at yourown pace.

Tuesday. With an early start we head forthe Ring of Kerry and embark on a

spectacular one hundred mile circu-lar tour of beautiful coastal roads

that stretch out into the Atlan-tic Ocean. Following this wehead north to our over-night stay arriving earlyevening at the Wood-lands Hotel in Adare.

Wednesday. We boardthe ferry from Doolinand sail to the stun-

ning Aran Islands, one of the last places where Gaelicis still the language of everyday life. Next we visit therugged landscape of The Burren with its rolling hillsand towering cliffs of limestone. Our hotel for the nexttwo nights is the fabulous four star McWilliam ParkHotel at Claremorris in Galway.

Thursday. A free morning in the colourful, compactcity of Galway. Look forward to an afternoon drivethrough Connemara National Park – an area ofoutstanding natural beauty – complete with a visit tothe region’s largest town Clifden.

Friday. Leaving Galway behind we travel north on theWild Atlantic Way, to the pretty town of Westport,home to glorious churches and quaint avenues. Nextwe visit Henningan’s Heritage Centre, a uniqueattraction which showcases the life of the Mayo area.We continue to Sligo where we stay for two nights atthe Grand Central Hotel.

Saturday. Continuing on the Wild Atlantic Way wehead to Donegal Town where you might like to visit thecastle, a splendid fortress built in Jacobean style orperhaps head to the Railway Heritage Centre.

Sunday. Travelling across country, skirting the borderof Northern Ireland, we make our way back towardsDublin and our final overnight hotel at the GlenroyalHotel.

Monday. Following a guided tour of Dublin there willbe a little free time before boarding the ferry back toEngland.

Enjoy a generous helping of the gorgeous Emerald Isle on this spectacular adventure. Look forward totravelling along the awesome Wild Atlantic Way, a tourist trail on Ireland’s west coast, where highlightsinclude delightful Donegal and County Mayo. Further south enjoy a guided tour of the amazing Ringof Kerry, visit spectacular Glengarriff and elegant Cork. A tour highlight is when we set sail to the AranIslands where a true Irish experience awaits.

Grand Tour of Ireland

Dinner, B&B

Luxury coach and ferry travel throughout

Door to Door* collection



PRICE INCLUDESSat 16 May

10 DAYS ONLY £699

You will stay in carefully chosen hotels from the GLENTON PALMER Select collection,some of which feature lifts and leisure facilities.

Holiday code: UIGTIS


Donegal


Your Select Hotels

10Days

only£699

Cork

Connemara

Galway



Lake Maggiore

LAKESIDE HOTEL &LEISURE CLUB - KILLALOE

Holiday code: UIMUBS

Your Excursions

Delightful Mullingar stands on the River Brosna midwaybetween Loughs Owel, Ennell and Derravaragh and is

encircled by the Royal Canal in leafy County Westmeath.Home to interesting architecture, the town is dominated by the

Cathedral of Christ the King. Enjoy a stroll along the canalbanks, partake of Irish hospitality in a welcoming pub or wander

round the shops or museums. We visit enchanting Carrick-on-Shannonand gorgeous Galway as well as the unmissable city of Dublin.

5Days

only£359

Located on the shores of Lough Ennell, thiselegant hotel oozes class with its marblefireplaces and gold gilded mirrors and servesimaginative cuisine in its classy restaurant.

BLOOMFIELD HOUSEHOTEL - MULLINGAR

Carrick-on-ShannonKnown as the cruising capital of Shannon, this colourful, riverside town is one ofIreland’s most cosmopolitan communities and offers easy access to the RiverShannon and its stunning lakes. We return early afternoon for free time in Mullingar.

GalwayCelebrated in story and song, this handsome city is ideally compact for a leisurelystroll through its fascinating winding streets where you’ll find traditional craft shops,music venues and hidden treasures.

DublinA guided tour of the Fair City, home to a wealth of attractions including St Patrick’sCathedral, the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College, Dublinia Viking Exhibition andan ancient castle, to name but a few!

Your Excursions

Situated in the mid-west of Ireland, County Clare boastsbreathtaking scenery and a wonderfully warm welcome.

Clare is a magical county, full of surprise and contrast, from the majestic Cliffs of Moher through the lunar landscape of

the Burren and the gorgeous seascapes that stud the region’sglorious coastline.

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park & LimerickToday we head to Bunratty Castle, a medieval fortress restored to its former glory.The Folk Park is a charming recreation of a nineteenth century village streetcomplete with school, post office, hardware shop and, of course, a pub! We proceedto the lively city of Limerick.

Cliffs of Moher & The BurrenThe magnificent Cliffs of Moher stretch for five miles along the Atlantic coast and offer amazing views. We also visit the rugged limestone landscape of theBurren.

Ennis & River Shannon CruiseOn another day we make our way to Ennis, a picturesque market town. There will befree time to explore before we take a cruise on the River Shannon.

5Days

only£399

Dinner, B&B | Luxury coach and ferry travel throughout | Door to Door* collection | Excursions as stated | Free holiday insurance optionPRICE INCLUDES

5 DAYS ONLY £399 Sun 10 May Mon 14 Sep

5 DAYS ONLY £359Mon 10 Aug

With a superb lakeside location and a restaurantserving good food, along with pretty gardensand excellent leisure facilities including indoorpool, our chosen hotel is a great base forexploring the area.

Holiday code: UIKILS


Dublin

Galway

Cliffs of Moher

County Clare & the Cliffs of Moher

Irish Lakeland,Dublin & Galway



Bunratty Castle





HAMLET COURT HOTEL -ENFIELD

Holiday code: UIKICS

With stunning scenery and the warmest of Irish welcomes, wereturn to charming Killarney for a truly memorable tour of this

splendid corner of the Emerald Isle. Now Ireland’s premier visitordestination, Killarney is awash with traditional pubs, cafés and

interesting shops. We also visit the exquisite Ring of Kerry, an unspoilt region of spectacular beauty. This leisurely paced holiday

includes overnight stays in the Dublin area on both the outward andreturn journeys.

Killarney & The Ring of Kerry

7Days

only£529

This lovely hotel is situated in one of the mostscenic spots in Ireland, offering a relaxedatmosphere with a leisure club including indoorpool, panoramic Grosvenor Restaurant andMulligans traditional pub.

CASTLEROSSE HOTEL -KILLARNEY

Your Excursions

Extending over much of County Wicklow on the east coast ofIreland, the picturesque Wicklow Mountains National Park boasts a

landscape of chocolate box vistas showcasing untamed forests,twisting mountain roads and lush valleys. Out and about we visit

cosmopolitan Dublin, the superb Powerscourt Gardens and also awe-inspiring Avoca, location of the TV hit Ballykissangel.

Powerscourt Gardens, Avoca & Wicklow MountainsAt the magnificent Powerscourt Gardens you’ll find striking statues and carefullydesigned walkways taking you through lush flowerbeds and manicured shrubbery.We proceed to pretty Avoca, better known as Ballykissangel. Our day is completedwith a scenic drive through the verdant valley of Glendalough and the WicklowMountains National Park.

DublinWe enjoy a guided tour of dynamic Dublin that will help you get your bearings for anafternoon of free time to explore.

Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre & KildareToday we visit the Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre to learn the story of Irish whiskey.We then head to the charming county town of Kildare.

5Days

only£339

5 DAYS ONLY £339Mon 8 Jun

7 DAYS ONLY £529Sat 20 Jun Sat 19 Sep

Set in the heart of the quaint village ofJohnstownbridge close to Enfield on the borderbetween Counties Kildare and Meath, this awardwinning hotel bursts with charm, style andcharacter.

Holiday code: UIENHS

Dublin, The WicklowMountains &Powerscourt Gardens


Killarney

Ring of Kerry

Wicklow

Dublin






Your ExcursionsGuided Tour of the Ring of KerryA tour guide will regale us with the mysterious legends and tall tales that make themagical Ring of Kerry so famous the whole world over.

Dingle PeninsulaOn another day we head to the Dingle Peninsula, a mountainous finger of land juttingout into the Atlantic Ocean with a fascinating archaeological heritage and naturalbeauty that takes your breath away.

KillarneyA day at leisure in Killarney allows you to explore at your own pace. You could take acruise on Lough Leane or visit Ross Castle and maybe take a ride on the famousjaunting cars.



Lake Maggiore

BEST WESTERN KINLOCHHOTEL - BLACKWATERFOOT

Holiday code: USSTWS

Join us as we head to an little area of Scotland where the region’s beautiful scenery has filled artists and writers

with passion for centuries. Stranraer is the gateway to theRhinns of Galloway and from here we explore the local

area and also as a special treat take a ferry to the wonderfulEmerald Isle. 5

Daysfrom£389 One of the best four star hotels located on the

south-west coast of Scotland, boasting wonder-ful views over the harbour and Loch Ryanbeyond. The spacious and elegant RegencyDining room is where you’ll dine on fresh localproduce with dishes imaginatively created bythe talented chefs, whilst the comfortablelounge commands views of the Loch.

NORTH WEST CASTLEHOTEL - STRANRAER

Portpatrick & Logan Botanic GardensPortpatrick is a pretty town of pastel-coloured houses, set around a small bay withcliffs forming the backdrop. We then continue to Logan Botanic Gardens, thecountry’s most exotic garden. Warmed by the Gulf Stream, southern hemisphereplants flourish in this plantsman’s paradise.

Culzean Castle & the Ayrshire CoastHeading up the picturesque coastal road we visit Culzean Castle, a romantic 18th century castle perched on the cliffs above the firth of Clyde with views ofArran. Discover the castles, marvellous shoreline, a walled garden, visitor centreand shops.

Guided tour of BelfastHopping across the water to Ireland, our guide joins us for a tour of cosmopolitanBelfast taking in the best of this great city followed by some free time to explorebefore returning to Scotland.

Your Excursions

The sumptuous Scottish island of Arran is awash with wildlife,countryside, beaches, pubs and restaurants, golf courses and

much more. Described by some as “Scotland in miniature”, thisglorious isle really does pack the best of the mainland into an area

just twenty miles long and ten miles wide. As well as stunninglandscapes, you’ll discover pretty villages, ancient castles, prehistoric

standing stones and a rich variety of crafts, food, drink, history and culture.

Guided tour of South ArranWith our guide on board we pause in Kilmory to visit the Creamery cheese factoryand shop before continuing though Whiting Bay to Brodick Castle and Gardens,which date back to the eighteenth century.

Guided tour of North ArranToday our guide takes us back in time as we drive through Machrie Moor, home to theancient remains of six standing stone circles. Visits to both the islands distillery and theworld famous toiletry empire Arran Aromatics are on the agenda later in the day.

Kintyre Peninsula Taking the ferry across the Kilbranna Sound we head to the Kintyre Peninsula andtravel through the rolling pasturelands to the tip, leaving us in no doubt where PaulMcCartney found his inspiration for his song Mull of Kintyre. We then spend sometime in pretty Campbeltown before returning to Arran.

5Days

only£409

5 DAYS ONLY £409Wed 12 Aug

5 DAYS FROM £389Mon 15 Jun £389 Sun 23 Aug £399

This family run beachfront hotel on the “sunsetside” of the Island offers comfortable accommo-dation and friendly service. The lift does notaccess all bedrooms but low floor rooms may berequested.

Holiday code: USARBS


Culzean Castle

Belfast

Arran Aromatics

The Isle of Arran& Brodick Castle

Something Specialwith an Irish Twist



Brodick Castle




Your Excursions



Monday. We set off for Scotland and arrive in Aviemorelate afternoon.

Tuesday. Today we follow in Michael Palin’sfootsteps and travel from the Kyle of Lochalsh

to Inverness, as featured in the televisionseries Great Railway Journeys of theWorld. This line is one of the mostscenic rail journeys in the world; theviews are incredible with historicScotland just metres away. Thelandscape changes from beautifulwooded hillsides to the shores ofLoch Garve and possibly the mostdramatic part of the line is thatwhich is carved through the solidrock that leads to Kyle Pier.

Wednesday. We take a nostalgic tripon the famous Strathspey Steam Rail-

way, travelling through the beau-

tiful Cairngorm National Park in the shadow of theCairngorm Mountains on the most scenic steam heritagerailway in Scotland. The train travels from Aviemore toBoat of Garten and on to Broomhill, better known asGlenbogle to fans of the television drama Monarch of theGlen. The railway is an extraordinary feat of engineering –just imagine the struggle faced by the men who laid thetracks through this mountainous area.

Thursday. Our third excursion takes us over forty milesalong the dramatic West Highland Line to Mallaig. Ourjourney begins at Fort William, situated at the end of theGreat Glen in the shadow of the highest mountain inBritain, Ben Nevis. We pass Loch Morar, Loch Nevis, manypicturesque villages and the sandy beaches of Polnish.Our final destination is the busy fishing port of Mallaig,overlooking the luscious Isle of Skye, where you canexplore the Heritage Centre or visit the Kipper Smokery!

Friday. We bid farewell to bonnie Scotland and head forhome.

Visit the heart of the stunning Highlands with a fabulous opportunity to see this beautiful area of Scotland, not from the road but by train. The railway journeys we have chosen travel through the stunning countrysideseamlessly without a glitch on the landscape, so sit back and relax in your seat as we travel past gloriousmountain ranges and crystal clear lochs. We include the famous West Highland Line from Fort William toMallaig, a trip on the charming Strathspey Steam Railway and the breathtaking run between the Kyle ofLochalsh and Inverness.

Scenic Trainsof Scotland

Mon 18 May

Mon 1 June

Mon 21 Sept

5 DAYS ONLY £419


Cairngorm mountains


5Days

only£419

Aviemore

Strathspey SteamRailway



Holiday code: USAVHSFort William


Dinner, B&B

Luxury coach travel


Full holiday intinerary


PRICE INCLUDES

Close to Aviemore, this four star hotel is set in a woodland estate in the heart of theCairngorms National Park. Enjoy a dram in thecosy Woodshed Bar or sip a pre-dinnercocktail in the elegant lounge.

HILTON COYLUMBRIDGE RESORT - AVIEMORE

Lake Maggiore

DOUBLETREE BY HILTONDUNBLANE HYDRO

Holiday code: USSTGS

Your Excursions

Located in the heart of Scotland with so much to see and do both in the city of Stirling itself and in the

surrounding areas. Granted city status as recently as 2001, Stirling combines the cutting edge appeal of a

modern university city with a rich history still in evidence in the Old Town and around iconic Stirling Castle. Exploring a

little further afield we take in the beauty of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs.

5Days

from£339

Located in the heart of historic Stirling, theGolden Lion Hotel has welcomed guests forover two centuries including royalty and eventhe national bard, Rabbie Burns. Although thebuilding has been modernised over the yearsmuch of its traditional charm remains.

GOLDEN LION HOTEL -STIRLING

Loch Lomond & the TrossachsOff we go into the scenic Trossachs making our way to the bonny banks of LochLomond and spending time at Loch Lomond Shores with a chance to browse theshops or take a cruise (not included).

Perth & St AndrewsWe begin with a visit to the attractive city of Perth which is flat and compact and is home to the striking Tay Street promenade. We then head to the seasideresort of St Andrew’s, a place of history, learning and culture and home toScotland’s premier university and a world famous golf course.

Your Excursions

Welcome to a region steeped in legend, folklore and history. The serene snow-capped peaks, glimmering

lochs and sheltered forests of Loch Lomond, The Trossachs,Stirling & Forth Valley have inspired great heroes and artists

alike. Today, find animated city life and bustling creative towns and villages nestled alongside the tranquil setting of Scotland’s first

National Park.

Edinburgh Offering the perfect balance between all things traditional and contemporary, withimpressive architecture, imposing castle, superb shopping and Royal attractionsthere really is something for everyone in this handsome city.

Stirling Stirling combines the cutting edge appeal of a modern university city with a richhistory still in evidence in the Old Town and around the iconic Stirling Castle.

The Trossachs & Loch Katrine Travelling through the fabulous Trossachs National Park we head to Loch Katrine,where Queen Victoria famously sailed up the loch in 1869. Following in the stepsof royalty, we board our vessel, Sir Walter Scott, for a relaxing two hour cruise.

5Days

only£399

5 DAYS ONLY £399Mon 4 May Mon 28 Sep

5 DAYS FROM £339Mon 13 Jul £379

Mon 14 Sep £379

Mon 26 Oct £339

Set within ten acres of private grounds, thisVictorian style hotel combines traditionalelegance, contemporary comfort and a warmwelcome. Stay active with a trip to the Healthand Fitness Club, relax in the stylish lounge anddine in the restaurant serving stunning, simpledishes in a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere.

Holiday code: USDUDS


Loch Lomond

River Tay, Perth

Edinburgh

DelightfulDunblane

Stirling & theHeart of Scotland



Loch Katrine






One of the most popular holiday centresin the West Highlands, pretty Oban bustleswith life and the harbour is perennially busywith supply boats making their way to and fromthe islands. The town boasts a superb levelesplanade, a whisky distillery and woollen mills.Pulpit Hill affords wonderful views across the Firth ofLorne and is the perfect spot from which to appreciate aglorious Highland sunset. All in all, Oban truly is a memorable andmagical place to visit.

Seil Island & EasdaleOur relaxing half day tour takes us to nearby Seil Island from where we cross the Atlantic Bridge tothe Isle of Easdale. Once the centre of the Scottish slate mining industry, Easdale is now home toan artists colony and a fascinating folk museum.

Glencoe & Fort WilliamGlencoe is a charming settlement set amongst truly spectacular scenery. As we drink in thelandscape of soaring peaks and towering trees it is hard to believe this was the site of one of thebloodiest conflicts in Scottish history, the 1692 Massacre of Glencoe. We proceed to FortWilliam, a favourite location for the makers of such films as Braveheart, Harry Potter andHighlander.

Isle of Mull & IonaEnjoy a full day exploring the islands of Mull and Iona. Look out for red deer roaming the hills, eaglessoaring through the skies and little bays and inlets that are home to otters and seals. Aside from

the stunning flora and fauna, we encounter evidence of ancient civilisations in the form ofstanding stones and, most notably, the sixth century abbey on Iona that is said to be the

birthplace of Celtic Christianity.

Oban & the Isle of MullOban

Your Excursions

5Days

from£339

Iona

Glencoe

Mull Circle



Holiday code: USOBCS

Dinner, B&B


Luxury coach travel



PRICE INCLUDES

Standing on the North Pier overlooking thebay and town, the Columba Hotel is alandmark Victorian building which featuresthe popular Harbour Bar and Restaurantwhere guests can sample traditional Scottishcuisine.

COLUMBA HOTEL - OBAN


5 DAYS FROM £339Wed 6 May £359 Sat 10 Oct £339


Isle of Mull sunset

Thursday. We make our way to Edinburgh for ourovernight stay at a quality hotel with dinner included.

Friday. Continuing north we arrive in Thurso, themost northerly town on the British mainland andhome to some staggeringly beautiful scenery.We stay for one night at the comfortableRoyal Hotel, renowned for its warm welcomeand relaxed dining.

Saturday. After breakfast we head toScrabster where we board our vessel, theMV Hamnavoe. Perhaps you’ll choose tolinger over lunch on board (available butnot included) while sailing past Britain’shighest vertical cliffs. Watch out for the

fabled Old Man of Hoy. We arrive in Strom-ness, Orkney mid afternoon when we will be

met by our local guide. Enjoy a tour that includesthe World Heritage sites of Skara Brae, the Ring of

Brodgar and Scapa Flow. In the evening we enjoydinner at a local restaurant before boarding the ferry inKirkwall and settling into our comfortable en suite cabins.

Sunday. We arrive in Lerwick, Shetland and enjoybreakfast on board. Our local guide joins us for afascinating day tour of the island. Highlights include theoutstanding site of Jarlshof in the south, ScallowayCastle and Museum and Shetland’s world famousponies. There will be time to look around lovely Lerwickand perhaps grab a spot of lunch. We rejoin our ship foran early evening departure for Aberdeen, enjoyingdinner on board.

Monday. We arrive in Aberdeen and have breakfast onboard the ship before rejoining the coach. Heading forEdinburgh we enjoy some free time in the city beforecontinuing to our overnight hotel where we stay fordinner, bed and breakfast.

Tuesday. Following breakfast we head south passingBerwick-upon-Tweed and following the beautifulNorthumbrian Coast, through Bamburgh and Seahousesmaking a refreshment stop en route, prior to arrivingback in our local areas.


Dinner, B&B





PRICE INCLUDES

Thu 17 Sep

6 DAYS ONLY £639

Holiday code: USTTHS

Orkney

Old Man of Hoy, Orkney

ROYAL HOTEL - THURSO

Orkney’s landscapes and seascapes are truly inspirational – beautiful green stretches of fields strikinglyset against dramatic seas, sparkling beaches and towering cliffs. The endless feast for the eyes continueswith the circle of standing stones known as the Ring of Brodgar and the pretty harbour of Stromness.Romantic Shetland is equally picturesque with its long clear shoreline, arches, caves and the historiccapital Scalloway with its ruined castle and fascinating museum. On this wonderfully scenic holiday weenjoy relaxing stays in the Edinburgh area and Thurso before exploring the unique destinations of theOrkney and Shetland Isles aboard the stylish and comfortable Northlink Ferries.


Orkney & ShetlandMini Cruise

Sorry, no single cabins are availalble on this tour



Skara Brae, Orkney

Located in the centre of Thurso the Royal Hotel provides acomfortable base offering good Scottish fare in the traditionalstyle restaurant. This modest but friendly two star property isideally situated for our mini-cruise departure.

These purpose built ferries offer the very highest standards ofsafety and comfort. On board you’ll find lounges, bars, excellentshops, a cinema, sun deck and extremely comfortable en suitecabins.

NORTHLINK FERRIES

6Days

only£639

Based in picturesque Kyleakin on the Isle of Skye, thisHebridean village nestles around a delightful harbour full of

colourful boats mirrored in the sparkling water. Our Islandadventure combines the magic of Skye, the best known of the Inner

Hebrides, with a visit to Fort William a favourite location for themakers of such films as Harry Potter and Braveheart.

Isle of Skye & Fort William

5Days

from£379

Isle of Skye

Fort William


ESPLANADE HOTEL -DUNOON

Your Excursions

The Cowal peninsula provides the visitor with a heady mix of some of the most breathtaking scenery in Argyll with

rolling farmlands, lochs and mountains in abundance. Dunoon,known as the Gateway to the Western Highlands, is the largest town

in the area and grew to prominence as a holiday resort in the ninet-eenth century.

Isle of ButeWe take the short ferry ride to the Isle of Bute, here we see Rothesay, the bustlingPort Bannatyne, sandy Ettrick Bay, Scalpsie Bay and Kilchattan. On our return weenjoy the unrivalled views over the Kyles of Bute.

Inveraray & Loch FyneWe head to the lovely Georgian town of Inveraray on the shores of Loch Fyne, it isone of Scotland’s most beautiful historic towns. Perhaps you might like to visitInveraray Castle – home of the Duke & Duchess of Argyll or explore the Jail,Scotland’s living 19th century prison.

5Days

from£329

5 DAYS FROM £329Mon 29 Jun £329 Mon 17 Aug £339

This traditional seaside family owned and runhotel offers a warm welcome, appetizing meals,award winning friendly service and comfortablewell appointed accommodation. It is located ingenerous grounds with well kept gardens andstunning views over the Clyde. There is enter-tainment on most nights to enhance your stay.

Holiday code: USDUES

Dunoon, the Isle of Bute & Argyll

InverarayCastle

Dunoon





KINGS ARMS HOTEL -KYLEAKIN

Your ExcursionsFort William & Loch LinnheWe take the ferry to Mallaig and continue to Fort William, the principal town of theWest Highlands, an attractive tourist hot spot with shops selling crafts, tweeds andtartans. Next we head to Lake Linnhe for a relaxing cruise before tucking into adelicious lunch back on the Pier in Fort William.

Dunvegan Castle & PortreeStanding on a rock on Skye’s west coast between the sea and lovely gardens isDunvegan Castle, where we take a guided tour before continuing to Portree with itsenchanting harbour packed with fishing boats.

Trotternish PeninsulaOur final excursion takes us to Skye’s northern shore with its bizarre rock formations,pinnacles and pillars. Here we take in the sights and then visit the Museum of IslandLife, where we learn how crofter communities once lived.

5 DAYS FROM £379Tue 7 Apr £379 Wed 23 Sep £429

Perfectly located in the charming village ofKyleakin, the welcoming Kings Arms Hotelenjoys panoramic views across the Kyle ofLochalsh. It features comfortable lounges, barsand a spacious restaurant.

Holiday code: USISKS




MERRION HOTEL -LLANDUDNO

Holiday code: UWLLRS

Your Excursions

Llanberis in Snowdonia National Park enjoys an idyllic setting beside the twin lakes of Llyn Padarn and

Llyn Peris, which cut through the mountain range creatingthe Llanberis Pass. Its an area noted for its rugged

beauty and scarred with numerous slate mines, an impressive place steeped in history yet still retaining an air of

tranquillity.

5Days

only£349

Resting in acres of gardens and cradled by twolakes at the foot of Mount Snowdon, the RoyalVictoria boasts truly sumptuous scenery. Itenjoys a reputation for its warm welcome, goodfood and regular entertainment.

ROYAL VICTORIA HOTEL -LLANBERIS

ChesterWe call en route in the charming city of Chester, before continuing to our chosenhotel.

Blaenau Ffestiniog, the Ffestiniog Railway & PorthmadogWe head to the slate-quarrying town of Blaenau Ffestiniog where we enjoy freetime before boarding the world famous Ffestiniog Steam Railway to head into themountains through tranquil pastures and magnificent forests. We disembark at thetraditional harbour town of Porthmadog.

Caernarfon, Anglesey & BeaumarisWe begin in Caernarfon, home to a famously imposing castle. We then cross theMenai Bridge to the island of Anglesey where we call at Llanfairpg – shortenedhere but home to the longest place name in Europe. We complete the day in thepicturesque town of Beaumaris.

Llandudno is known as the “Queen of Welsh Resorts” andwith very good reason. Lying on a sandy bay between the

limestone headlands of Great and Little Orme, withSnowdonia towering in the background, it is undoubtedly one of

the most elegant seaside towns in the United Kingdom.

Cheshire Oaks We break our outward journey with a stop at the Cheshire Oaks Designer Outletarriving mid afternoon at the hotel to settle in before dinner.

Bodnant Gardens Created by five generations of one family, this 80 acre garden is superbly located, withspectacular views across Snowdonia. With expansive lawns and intimate corners,grand ponds and impressive terraces, a steep wooded valley and stream, as well asawe-inspiring plant collections, there are continually changing glorious displays ofcolour to enjoy throughout the year.

Snowdonia, Betws-y-Coed & Porthmadog We venture forth to take in the spectacular scenery of Snowdonia National Park, aregion steeped in myth and legend. We visit the quaint traditional village of Betws-y-Coed and the harbour town of Porthmadog, two of the rare settlements in thistruly unspoilt stretch of countryside (five day tours only).

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Mon 13 Apr £399 Mon 17 Aug £439

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Owned by the Bream family for three genera-tions, the Merrion Hotel is located on thepromenade, overlooking the Victorian pier. Theaward winning food is just one of this hotel’smany attractions.

Holiday code: YWLLMS


Llanberis

Beaumaris

Llandudno

Llandudno

Llanberis &Snowdonia


Single room supplement £10 per night

Llandudno




Your Excursions




CLIFFE NORTON HOTEL -TENBY

Holiday code: UWLLWS

Your Excursions

Llangollen is a popular resort to stay in and explore thisspectacular area of North Wales. The town forms part of a

UNESCO World Heritage Site and lies on the edge of Snowdonia,a beautiful area all year round. The drive over Horseshoe Pass is a

particular favourite, whilst the horse-drawn cruise on the LlangollenCanal offers a chance to enjoy the tranquillity of the countryside as you

glide silently through the hills to Horseshoe Falls.

Llangollen & Snowdonia

5Days

from£389

Combining the traditional charm and comfort ofan original 19th-century building, with thecontemporary chic of the new luxury wing andextensive spa facilities, The Wild Pheasant Hotelis situated in magnificent scenery on theoutskirts of Llangollen. Dining is a pleasure inthe Yew Tree Restaurant and you can choose toenjoy a drink in the traditional bar, theconservatory or outside on the lawns.

Llangollen Canal & Cream Tea CruiseSpend a morning looking round Llangollen, before boarding the narrow boat‘Thomas Telford’ for a relaxing afternoon cruise along the Llangollen Canal enjoying acream tea as you glide!

Llandudno We spend a day by the sea in Llandudno “Queen of the Welsh Resorts”. Lying on asandy bay between the Great and Little Orme, its undoubtedly one of the mostelegant seaside resorts in the United Kingdom.

Powis Castle & Snowdonia A fantastic medieval castle rising dramatically above the world-famous garden,overhung with clipped yews, which shelter rare and tender plants. High on a rockabove the terraces, the castle, originally built circa 1200, began life as a medievalfortress, we step inside to find opulent interiors and many hidden treasures. We thencontinue into the scenic Snowdonia National Park calling in Blaenau Ffestiniog.

Your Excursions

Probably the prettiest seaside resort in Wales, Tenby was established by the Normans as a fortified town. Most of

the old walls remain, enclosing the medieval town behind them. Fantastic Blue Flag beaches extend to the north, west and

south. The town centre is a maze of narrow little streets packed withintriguing shops and quirky cafés. In summer the roads are pedestrianisedduring the day, allowing for al fresco seating at the many bars and restaurants.

Caldey Island CruiseWe enjoy a cruise from Tenby Harbour to the beautiful and fascinating island ofCaldey. Inhabited since the Stone Ages, Caldey is now owned by Cistercian monks.Attractions include the Old Priory, two medieval churches and a charming museumlocated in the Village Post Office.

National Botanic Garden of Wales & SaundersfootSpread across almost six hundred acres of countryside, the award-winning NationalBotanic Garden of Wales features thousands of plant varieties, including many veryrare ones, in a range of themed gardens. We proceed to the picture postcardPembrokeshire seaside town of Saundersfoot.

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This Grade II listed building enjoys a greatlocation overlooking the North Bay. Familyowned and run, a warm welcome is guaranteed.Please note there are steps to the restaurant andto some bedrooms.

Holiday code: UWTECS

Tenby & thePembrokeshireCoast

Snowdonia

Llangollen

National BotanicGarden of Wales

Tenby






WILD PHEASANT HOTEL -LLANGOLLEN




Monday. Off we head south breaking our journey withan overnight stay for dinner, bed and breakfast in thesouth west region.

Tuesday. After an early breakfast we travel toPenzance for the morning sailing to St. Mary's and

onwards to the hotel. Time now to settle inprior to dinner and a relaxing evening.

Wednesday - Friday. During your stay therewill be various excursions, including “offisland” trips for you to explore andexperience the very different way of lifeon these unique, sub tropical islands.These may include some of thefollowing.... A full day guided tour of St Mary’s, St Agnes or St Martin as well as afull day guided tour to Tresco and the

world famous Abbey Gardens, whichis home to over 20,000 exotic

species of plants.

Please note: Each tour involves some walking and may not be

suitable for less mobile guests. All guided tours and excursions

are subject to tides, weather conditions and may be changed or

even cancelled at short notice.

Saturday. Sadly it is time to leave the tranquillity of the island and return to the mainland on the afternoon ferry to Penzance. Again we stay over-night in the South West on a dinner, bed and breakfastbasis.

Sunday. Following a leisurely breakfast we begin thejourney north where you will be taken back to yourfront door.

Please note that we are unable to take our coach to the Isles

of Scilly. Travel by Select coach is only provided whilst on

mainland England. For security reasons, you will be responsible

for transferring your own luggage on and off the ferry.

Dinner, B&B





PRICE INCLUDES

Mon 18 May

7 DAYS ONLY £679

We’re delighted to be returning to theAtlantic Hotel. Centrally located on St.Mary’s and sitting on the water’s edgeoverlooking the sea, it’s just a mere twominutes from the quay where the launchesleave every day for the off islands. Its arambling old inn, which has been thoroughlymodernised without losing any of itscharacter. The restaurant, which is renownedfor its excellent food is built over thewaterfront, with the panorama of theharbour before you as you wine and dine.

Holiday code: UESTBS

ATLANTIC HOTEL - HUGH TOWN

7Days

only£679 Did you know that approximately 150 small islands make up the Scilly Isles? St Mary’s is the largest

of the inhabited islands and is abound with coastal footpaths, scenic nature trails and quiet countrylanes, plus dozens of sparkling white sandy beaches to choose from and enjoy. Its tiny capital Hugh Town consists of a cluster of cottages, shops, banks and hotels on a narrow neck of landbetween two sandy beaches.


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ALL JERSEY HOLIDAYSINCLUDE FREEHOLIDAY

INSURANCE OPTION & Door to DoorCOLLECTION*

EIGHTHANDPICKED

HOTELS

SAVE £25PPJOIN DIRECTAT AIRPORT

Leeds Bradford 14:50

Jersey 14:45

Jersey 16:05


DEPART ARRIVE

6 DAY HOLIDAYS FLIGHT INFORMATION


Jersey 14:45

Jersey 14:05


DEPART ARRIVE

8 DAY HOLIDAYS FLIGHT INFORMATION

Newcastle 13:40

Jersey 15:30

Jersey 15:00

Newcastle 16:55

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Flights provided by Jet2 Flights provided by Jet2 Flights provided by Easyjet

†See page 87 for details of holiday insurance. *See page 6 for Door to Door details.

Discover Jersey with GLENTON PALMERFor 2015 we're delighted to present our biggest selection of holidays to Jersey, the incandescent jewel of the Channel Islands. One of our very favourite destinations, this is the unique land where British and French influences meet. You can look forward to aheady mix of stunning scenery, pristine beaches, pretty villages and towns as well as a fascinating range of attractions charting theislands’ rich history.

Our eight carefully chosen hotels offer a good standard of accommodation along with superb facilities. We have added two newproperties for 2015, the Metropole Hotel which boasts a wide range of facilities and the Mayfair Hotel, along with the GLENTONPALMER favourite the Westhill Country Hotel. So, whether you're looking to holiday to Jersey by air or sea we are sure you'll findthe perfect holiday on the next few pages.

A valid passport or photo ID is required. A deposit of £200 is payable upon booking with balances due fourteen weeks prior to departure. Prices shown are a guide only, they are correct at the time of printing. We have included a reasonable budget for your flights; however you may be subject to an airfare supplement. If so you will be informed at the time of booking. Please note flight times

are correct at the time of print. The airline may change the times from the summer schedule to winter schedule, this is beyond our control and we will advise you of any changes.

Tel 01924 895849 for more information or to book your holiday today. ††Rooms on request only50

Jersey offers a wonderful mix of sandy beaches and hidden coves, sleepy villages and narrow winding roads, along with a host of visitor attractions. The island’scapital is St Helier, a lively town buzzing with life behind its pretty waterfront. Thereis a pedestrianised shopping area, open air markets and numerous pavementcafés. Howard Davis Park is a wonderful retreat with its luxurious plants that thrivein the island’s glorious mild climate.

NORFOLK LODGE HOTEL – ST HELIER

Situated in on the outskirts of St Helier's town centre this three star hotel has anindoor swimming pool, children's splash pool and sun terrace. There is entertainmentmost evenings (May to September) and lift access to most rooms in the hotel.

FORT D'AUVERGNE HOTEL – ST HELIER

This traditionally styled three star hotel in St Helier boasts a truly great location,bordered by the sea and sandy beach on two sides. Fabulous views can be enjoyedfrom the restaurant and the indoor pool complex. The hotel has entertainment (May-September) and a lift to most floors.

6 DAYS FROM £499 8 DAYS FROM £549

Limited number of single rooms without supplement Sole occupancy from £19pppn††



Sea view rooms £4.80 per room per night†† Sea view & balcony £9.60 per room per night††

Jersey

Jersey by AirA Door to Door* Tour

MONTEREY HOTEL – ST HELIER

The three star Monterey Hotel located within walking distance of the main shoppingcentre. A key feature is the luxury leisure complex, including indoor swimming pool,Jacuzzi, steam room and mini gym. The hotel also features an outdoor swimmingpool (open during summer months) and sun terrace.

BEST WESTERN ROYAL HOTEL – ST HELIER

Our elegant three star hotel is ideally located close to St Helier's pedestrian shoppingdistrict. The award winning Seasons Restaurant uses fresh local produce to provide agreat dining experience. Guests staying at the Best Western Royal Hotel can use theleisure club at the Monterey Hotel which is a 500 metre walk away.



Four poster rooms £7.00 per room per night†† Suite £22.00 per room per night††



Superior rooms £4.80 per room per night††


This popular family owned and run centrally located 2 star town hotel is renowned for its excellent service. Minutes from Howard Davis Park, the hotel boasts a heated outdoorswimming pool, coffee shop, regular evening entertainment in the bar, lift to all floors and a beautiful rose garden. The Norfolk offers great value for money. Departs Saturdays for8 days only.

NORFOLK HOTEL - ST HELIER

8 DAYS FROM £539

Sat 16, 23, 30 May from only £499

Sat 6, 13, 20, 27 Jun from only £519

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Sat 5, 12, 19 Sep from only £499

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Tue 7†, 14†, 21†, 28† Apr from only £549

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FLYING FROM LEEDS BRADFORD& NEWCASTLE AIRPORT8 DAYS DEPARTING TUE-TUE

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Thu 3, 10, 17 Sep from only £599

FLYING FROM LEEDS BRADFORDAIRPORT8 DAYS DEPARTING THU-THU

51Tel 01924 895849 for more information or to book your holiday today.

Single room supplement £6pppn Sole occupancy from £12pppn††

Battle of Flowers

The three star Metropole Hotel situated close to St Helier town centre. The hotel has a wide range of facilities to allow you to make the most of your stay. The hotel boasts an indoor swimming pool, outdoor pool (seasonal), Jacuzzi, steam room, gym, sun terrace and gardens. Regular evening entertainment (May-September). Departs Saturdays for 8 days only.

HOTEL METROPOLE - ST HELIER

8 DAYS FROM £539

Sole occupancy from £15pppn††

This three star hotel boasts an indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi,steam room and gym. The Mayfair is also one of the only hotelsin town to offer an outside roof terrace for those fantasticsummer days. The hotel has regular entertainment. DepartsSaturdays for 8 days only. Please note there are no single roomsat this hotel.

THE MAYFAIR HOTEL - ST HELIER

8 DAYS FROM £539

Sole occupancy from £15pppn††

BATTLE OF

FLOWERS 13-14 AUG

NEW FOR 2015

NEW FOR 2015

PRICE INCLUDES Dinner, B&B | Door to Door collection* | Return flight with seat reservation | Baggage allowance of 20kg** | Resort transfers | Free holiday Insurance option


†Departing from Newcastle Airport only †Departing from Newcastle Airport only

*Conditions apply ††Rooms on request only.** Passengers travelling with JET2 from Leeds Bradford Airport baggage allowance is 22kg

Holiday code: AECIJ

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Your holiday comes complete with a host,welcome drink and unlimted singles rooms.Please note Tue 5 May departs from NewcastleAirport only.

Tue 5 May Tue 29 Sep

5 DAYS FROM £499

The hotel was fabulous, food excellent,transfers went smoothly and the repwas very helpful. It’s the best holidayI’ve had! Mrs Gavaghan

“”

WESTHILL COUNTRY HOTEL – ST HELIER

Our GLENTON favourite has recently been awarded athree star AA rating. This fantastic hotel run by the Smalefamily, set in acres of woodland on the rural outskirts of St Helier with beautiful south facing lawns, boastsfantastic facilities.

Wander through the immaculate landscaped gardens,take a dip in the outdoor pool or chill out in the jacuzzi. Ifyou work up an appetite, settle down at a shady picnictable and enjoy a tasty treat from the poolside snack bar.The ballroom features a spacious dance floor and, whenevening falls, you can look forward to live, musicalentertainment.

Add on the warmth and friendliness of the staff, comfort-able well-appointed bedrooms, delicious food and a reg-ular free courtesy bus to the centre of St Helier and youhave the perfect base for a holiday on this beautiful isle.


Limited number of single rooms without supplement Superior singles £15 per room per night† Garden View rooms £3.50 pppn†


Jersey by Air

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FLYING FROM LEEDS BRADFORD& NEWCASTLE AIRPORT8 DAYS DEPARTING TUE-TUE

Sat 18† Apr from only £539

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Thu 21, 28 May from only £569

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Thu 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Jul from only £659

Thu 13, 20, 27 Aug from only £689

Thu 3, 10, 17 Sep from only £579

FLYING FROM LEEDS BRADFORDAIRPORT8 DAYS DEPARTING THU-THU

PRICE INCLUDES Dinner, B&B | Door to Door collection* | Return flight with seat reservation | Baggage allowance of 20kg** | Resort transfers | Free holiday Insurance option


†Departing from Newcastle Airport only †Departing from Newcastle Airport only

*Conditions apply ††Rooms on request only.** Passengers travelling with JET2 from Leeds Bradford Airport baggage allowance is 22kg

Holiday code: AECIJGC

Monday. We make our way to our comfortable overnighthotel with time to freshen up before dinner.

Tuesday. We head to Weymouth for our ferry crossing toGuernsey where we check in at our comfortable

hotel, La Trelade for the next three nights.

Wednesday. This morning we enjoy a halfday familiarisation tour of the island. Theafternoon is free to explore.

Thursday. Enjoy a trip to captivatingSt Peter Port with its hidden alleys and tiered gardens. Visit La Vallette Underground MilitaryMuseum that covers all aspects ofGuernsey’s history or see theaward winning restored VictorianCandie Gardens.

Friday. This morning is at leisureuntil our inter-island crossing to

Jersey where we settle in at the friendlyMerton Hotel, our base for the next

four nights.

Saturday. A free day at leisure to explore St Saviour.Perhaps you’ll visit the local church which has aninteresting claim to fame. Actress and renowned beautyLily Langtry - known as “Jersey Lily” - was born in therectory of the church, married twice within its walls and isburied in the graveyard.

Sunday. A full day island tour of Jersey takes us throughall the highlights of this colourful and lively island.

Monday. We enjoy a further day of free time to lap up thedelights of this magnificent resort. Perhaps you’ll take astroll into neighbouring St Helier, the island’s capital andhome to its parliament as well as the bustling CentralMarket which dates back to the nineteenth century.

Tuesday. We bid farewell to Jersey and take the ferryback to the UK, where we stay overnight at a quality hotelon the south coast of England.

Wednesday. After breakfast we make our way home,where you will be taken back to your front door.


of Scilly. Travel by Select coach is only provided whilst on mainland

England. For security reasons, you will be responsible for

transferring your own luggage on and off the ferry.

This spectacular two centre tour begins and ends with overnight stays on the south coast of England,ensuring your holiday is a relaxing one. Our adventure begins on Guernsey. This beautiful island sits in theBay of St Malo, less than thirty miles from the French coast and is known for its lovely warm climate andpeaceful unhurried way of life. Jersey also offers spectacular beaches and unspoilt villages with theadditional option of sampling the vibrant cosmopolitan ambience of its busy towns.

Jersey & GuernseyExplorer

Guernsey at dusk


10Days

only£839

Guernsey harbour


See page 3 for details of Select. *See page 6 for Door to Door details.

Holiday code: UHJGTS

Fort William


Please note that due to road restrictions we are unable to take our coach to the Channel Islands, therefore included excursions and transfers will beprovided by a local operator and travel by Select coach is only provided whilst in England.

Mon 7 Sep

10 DAYS ONLY £839

Set in private grounds in StMartin, this comfortable hotelis an excellent base fromwhich to explore Guernsey.Facilities include the spaciousOrangery Restaurant, wherefresh locally caught fish isalways on the menu.

Your HotelsLA TRELADE - ST MARTIN

Located in St Saviour, apleasant walk through gardensfrom St Helier, it offers a choiceof bars and restaurants and avaried entertainment program-me. The hotel enjoys a finereputation for its hospitality andservice.

MERTON HOTEL - ST SAVIOUR


Dinner, B&B




Guided tours as stated

Services of local representative


PRICE INCLUDES

Monday. We make our way south to our comfortablehotel, where we stay overnight with time to freshen upbefore dinner.

Tuesday. We head for our ferry crossing to Guernseyand transfer to our chosen hotel – La Trelade,

where we stay for the next four nights. Timenow to settle in before enjoying dinner.

Wednesday. There will be a half dayfamiliarisation tour of Guernsey for you toget your bearings and perhaps decidewhere you’d like to return to and experi-ence more on another day.

Thursday & Friday. Two days of leisure onGuernsey, maybe you’ll explore itsmaritime heritage, visit one of the world-

class nature reserves, rare bird colonies or simply sitback and soak up the atmosphere with a little al frescodining.

Saturday. Time to bid farewell as we head for ourreturn ferry to the mainland where your coach will bewaiting to take you to your overnight hotel in the southof England to enjoy dinner, bed and breakfast.

Sunday. Following breakfast we head for home withhappy memories of a wonderfully relaxing holiday.


of Scilly. Travel by Select coach is only provided whilst on

mainland England. For security reasons, you will be responsible

for transferring your own luggage on and off the ferry.


Set in private grounds in St Martin, this comfortable hotel is an excellent basefrom which to explore Guernsey. It isconveniently located on a bus route makinggetting around the island effortless and just a short walk from the coastal paths where you can enjoy the spectacular scenery.Facilities include the spacious OrangeryRestaurant, where fresh locally caught fish is always on the menu.

Holiday code: UHGULS

Guernsey

St Martin

Guernsey

LA TRELADE HOTEL - ST MARTIN

7Days

only£599 Offering twenty four miles of stunning scenery and the best in contemporary living, the coastline

is the perfect setting for sandy beaches, rugged harbours and peaceful cliff top walks. It’s capital St Peter Port has narrow cobbled streets and a colourful past boasting 2,000 years of seafaring. We stay overnight on the south coast on both the outward and return journeys ensuring a more leisurely break.


Guernsey



Please note that due to road restrictions we are unable to take our coach to the Channel Islands, therefore included excursions and transfers will be provided by a local operator and travel by Select coach is onlyprovided whilst in England.

Mon 15 Jun

7 DAYS ONLY £599


Dinner, B&B




Guided tours as stated

Services of local representative


PRICE INCLUDES

St Martin

Go Continental This year’s continental collection introduces exciting new holidays such as our Italian Lakes & the Dolomites getaway, based in thespa town of Levico Terme and taking us to the undiscovered Dolomite delight of Merano. Also new for 2015 is our spectacularSummits of Austria adventure where we continue to reach new heights hopping aboard funicular railways and cable cars beingdazzled by unrivalled scenery. We’ve added a blissful holiday on the Danube to our popular river cruises that glide you into magicalcorners of Europe where time has stood still. And, of course, old favourites like Lake Garda, Switzerland and Luxembourg continueto grace our pages.

Every year our best-selling Grand European Tour is a massive hit. This time round our ever-changing itinerary serves up aScandinavian smorgasbord garnished with tastes of Germany and Holland and is sure to be a huge hit.

Our continental programme operates in conjunction with our award-winning sister company, Glenton in Glasgow. Like us, Glentonhas a reputation for quality and competitive prices. Teaming up with this dynamic company affords us the opportunity to offer youan even wider range of tours on state of the art luxury coaches.

A big part of a holiday is simply looking forward to your dream trip - so book now and you’ll be setting off on your fabulousGLENTON PALMER holiday before you know it.

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GLENTON’S perennially popular Grand European Tour continues to

sell out year after year. Our second adventure for 2015 serves up an

enticing Scandinavian smorgasbord garnished with flavours of Germany

and Holland. Highlights include our visit to the Netherland’s Open Air

Museum where you can experience Holland in one day with

reconstructed traditional buildings, windmills and artefacts including

furniture and paintings. As we travel through Germany, savour delights

such as the Hanseatic City of Bremen, the harbour town of Hamburg

and medieval Hannover. Denmark delivers pretty Hirtshals with its

fishing boats, pleasure yachts and huge ferries setting sail to the

Faeroes. Learn all about Viking life when we visit Lindolm Hoje then

explore ancient Aalborg where the waterways were once highways

for Viking longboats. Norway’s capital of Oslo is steeped in

history and features a medieval fortress and a grand palace

while Copenhagen boasts the iconic Little Mermaid. Add on

Santa Claus’s hometown of Dobak and the opulence of Het

Loo Palace and you have a uniquely intriguing holiday to

cherish forever.

This modern hotel has aspacious and comfortablelounge bar and isconveniently located closeto the Old Town and giveseasy access to the RiverWesen.

RAMADA UBERSEE HOTEL- BREMEN, GERMANY

Ideally located close to thetown centre, harbour,beach and countryside,this spacious four star hotelfeatures the PanoramaRestaurant where you canenjoy wonderful views.

MONTRA SKAGA HOTEL –HIRSHALS, DENMARK

This splendid centrally loc-ated hotel is perfectly situ-ated at Solli Plass squarewithin walking distance ofthe town’s attractions andshops and was awarded aTripadvisor Certificate ofExcellence in 2012.

SCANDIC SOLLI HOTELOSLO, NORWAY

This exceptional hotelstands proudly just fivehundred metres fromSydhavnen Harbour andhas a spacious terrace andharbour views.

FIRST HOTEL -COPENHAGEN, DENMARK

Ideally situated close to atram stop, this bright,contemporary hotel has atraditional wood panelledbar, an extensive lobbyarea and a wellness centre.

RAMADA EUROPA HOTEL - HANNOVER, GERMANY

Beautifully situated in anarea known as the Gardenof Amsterdam, this brightand airy contemporaryhotel has a pleasantgarden and terrace.

NH NAARDEN HOTEL –HET GOOI, HOLLAND

14 DAYS ONLY £1499

Holiday code: MCGRTS

Your Hotels

Grand EuropeanTour

14Days

only£1499

56 Tel 01924 895849 for more information or to book your holiday today. Book online at www.glentonpalmer.com

Hannover

Gothenburg

Oslo

Dinner, B&BLuxury coach and ferry travel throughout

Door to Door collection*Full holiday itinerary


PRICE INCLUDESTue 19 May Mon 31 Aug



Day One. We head to Hull for our overnight ferry crossingto Rotterdam enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfaston board.

Day Two. Arriving in Holland, we make our way to theNetherlands Open Air Museum where authentic buildingsand costumed staff bring the past to life as theydemonstrate how life was lived over the last two centuries.From here, we continue to the Hanseatic City of Bremen inGermany and check into the Ramada Ubersee Hotel fordinner, bed and breakfast.

Day Three. A free morning in enchanting Bremen. Seethe bronze statue of the musicians, view the splendidfifteenth century Town Hall, wander the maze of tiny lanesin the Schnoor Quarter and don’t miss the exquisitecathedral. After a look around we carry on to Hirtshals,one of Denmark’s largest ports. Attractions include amuseum depicting the town’s history as well as the BunkerMuseum which portrays life as a soldier. We check intothe Montra Skaga Hotel for two night’s dinner, bed andbreakfast.

Day Four. A treat today is a visit to fascinating LindholmHoje – a beautiful relic from the Iron Age as well as aViking burial site and former settlement. Set on a hillsideoverlooking the ancient city of Aalborg, the standingstone circles mark the funeral pyres and the museumhouses Viking artefacts along with reconstructions and 3Danimations. The afternoon is free to explore Aalborg. Strollalong the pleasant waterfront or view the quirky sculpturessuch as the feisty Cimbrian Bull that stands ready to attack!

Day Five. It’s farvel to Denmark as we embark on our fourhour ferry crossing, soaking up lovely views as we sailserenely to Oslo, Norway. We check into the centrallylocated Scandic Solli Hotel for three night’s dinner, bedand breakfast.

Day Six. Time to stretch our legs as we set off on a guidedwalking tour of Oslo to get our bearings. Afterwards,perhaps visit the Viking Ship Museum which displays theworld’s best preserved wooden vessels from the ninthcentury alongside carts, sledges and household items.Maybe you’d like to explore the castle with its banquethalls and historic church housing Royal sarcophagi.Alternatively, at the Resistance Museum you can learnabout the Nazi occupation and the undergroundresistance.

Day Seven. Look forward to free time in picturesqueDrammen, a modern city yet home to an old stone churchfrom the Middle Ages. The heart of the city lies inBragernes Torg, the largest square in northern Europe

featuring ornate fountains and bustling with flowervendors. From here we journey to Drobak, a delightfultown with an enchanting marina and old wooden houses.However, its main claim to fame is being the birthplaceand home of Santa Claus who lives in the town’s aptlynamed and open all year round, Christmas House!

Day Eight. Bidding ha det bra to Norway, we take in a short stop in Gothenburg, Sweden’s second largest citybefore our exploration brings us to Copenhagen. Wecheck into the First Hotel for our two night dinner, bedand breakfast stay.

Day Nine. Our guided walking tour of Copenhagen willgive you an insight into the city’s landmarks such as theLittle Mermaid statue and help you get your point ofreference for your free time. Perhaps catch theharbour bus along the canal, visit the NationalMuseum of Denmark or explore Rosenburg Castlewhere the Knights Hall contains coronationthrones with three life size silver lions standingguard.

Day Ten. Departing Denmark, we return toGermany and check in to the Ramada EuropaHotel in Hannover for two night’s dinner, bed andbreakfast.

Day Eleven. Out and about today we experiencemedieval Hannover on a guided walking tour of theOld Town strolling through history as we view the half-timbered houses and historic churches.

Day Twelve. Back in the Netherlands, a special treatas we visit 300-year-old Loo Palace. Formerresidence of the Dutch Royal Family, it has beendubbed the most beautiful palace in Holland.Its museum has historical artefacts and thestables are home to grand carriages whilethe outstanding gardens are a wonder tobehold. Once we’ve gorged our senseson the sights and sounds, we check intothe NH Naarden Hotel in Holland fordinner, bed and breakfast.

Day Thirteen. We make the most of the last day of our holiday with free timein Amsterdam where you might like to visit Anne Frank’s House, view themasterpieces in the Rijk’s museum or treatyourself to a canal cruise. Later, we continueto our ferry back to Hull enjoying dinner,entertainment and breakfast on board.

Day Fourteen. We journey home.

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Grand EuropeanTour

14 magical days exploringEurope’s finest sights

INCLUDES GUIDED WALKING TOURS OF OSLO,COPENHAGEN & HANNOVER ANDENTRANCES TO THENETHERLANDS OPEN

AIR MUSEUM, LINDHOLMHOJE VIKING SITE & THE ROYAL PALACE HET LOO


Copenhagen

Loo Palace

Hannover


Day One. We travel to Hull for our overnight ferry to the con-tinent enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast on board.

Day Two. We proceed to our overnight hotel in the Basel areawhere we enjoy dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day Three. We arrive at our hotel on the stunning Tuscancoast for our three night dinner, bed and breakfast stay.

Day Four. Our treat today is a guided walking tour ofthe must-see attractions of Florence including thePonte Vecchio, Piazza del Duomo and the UffiziGallery. Afterwards, continue exploring at yourown pace.

Day Five. Today’s delights start with a guidedwalking tour of Pisa’s landmarks such as theiconic Leaning Tower. We continue to pict-uresque Lucca, a grand city dating back to theMiddle Ages with ancient walls and a finecathedral.

Day Six. We bid farewell to our hotel and thenstep back in time to medieval Tuscany with a

guided walking tour of ancient Siena. Saidto be Italy’s loveliest historic city,

its heart lies in the vast Piazza DelCampo. Film fans might recog-

nise Siena from the James Bondmovie Quantum of Solace.Later we continue to ourhotel in Lido Di Ostia, ourgateway to Rome, for ourthree night dinner, bedand breakfast stay.

Day Seven. Today issure to be a holidayhighlight as we travel

to Rome for the first of two visits to this remarkable city. TheColosseum, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps and Pantheon arejust some of the landmarks to feast your eyes on during today’sguided walking tour.

Day Eight. Returning to the Eternal City, choose either freetime to explore at your own pace or join our escorted tour for asmall supplement (see below). Today’s optional tour with a localguide takes us to the Vatican City to see such landmarks as theSistine Chapel, St Peter’s Square and the Basilica along with atimed entrance to the Vatican Museum.

Day Nine. We check out of our hotel and make our way toUmbria where we enjoy a visit to the pilgrimage village ofAssisi. Afterwards we carry on to the Hotel Venezia in VeniceMestre for two night’s dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day Ten. Another fantastic day as we head to Tronchetto tocatch the ferry to Venice. Cameras at the ready as we take in aguided walking tour discovering St Mark’s Square, the Basilicaand the Bridge of Sighs. In the afternoon we hop aboard aboat to visit the islands of Murano and Burano, famous fordelicate glass and diaphanous lace.

Day Eleven. We check out of our hotel and journey to Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet. Later we continue toenchanting Sirmione on dazzling Lake Garda where you maylike to take a boat trip on the glassy lake. Dinner, bed andbreakfast in Riva del Garda completes our incomparable tour of Italy.

Day Twelve. We head to our overnight hotel for dinner, bedand breakfast.

Day Thirteen. We continue to our overnight ferry back to Hullenjoying dinner, bed and breakfast and entertainment onboard.

Day Fourteen. We journey home with a camera full ofmemories.




PRICE INCLUDES

Optional Vatican City tour including Vatican Museum £39.

Tue 5 May Thu 17 Sep

14 DAYS ONLY £1149

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Throughout your tour you will stay in a selectionof hand picked quality hotels, ideally located forour itinerary and each carefully chosen toprovide comfort and a good range of facilities.

Holiday code: MCITGS


Grand Tour of Italy’s TreasuresIncludes guided walking tours of Florence, Pisa, Siena,Rome, Venice & boat trip to Murano & Burano

Lake Garda

Pisa

Venice


Your Hotels

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If you’ve always wanted to explore Italy then please don’t miss this phenomenal tour! Florence, known as the“Cradle of the Renaissance” features exquisite architecture and the must-see Ponte Vecchio. Pisa is renowned for itsiconic Leaning Tower, lovely Lucca is enclosed by ancient walls whilst Siena is regarded as the finest medieval townin Italy. Rome is chock-a-block with world famous landmarks, Verona is home to “Juliet’s House” on the Via Capelloand then there’s Venice, the romantic city of canals and bridges. A visit to the unspoilt paradise of shimmering LakeGarda completes this truly unforgettable holiday. Wow!

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14Days

only£1149



Day One. We head to Hull for our overnight ferry to the continent enjoying dinner, entertainment and

breakfast on board.

Day Two. We continue to our overnight hotel wherewe have a dinner, bed and breakfast stop.

Day Three. We travel to stylish Stresa and checkinto the enchanting Hotel Moderno for ourseven night dinner, bed and breakfast stay.

Day Four. Our treat today is lovely LakeLugano. Relax in the Mediterranean-stylesquares or in one of the flower-filled parks orstroll along the promenade where you’ll findthe sub-tropical Belvedere Gardens featuringmodern works of art.

Days Five & Six. Two free days to exploreat your own pace. You’ll find leafy

promenade walks and botanicalgardens or why not sail to

Isola Madre, home to anelegant villa with ramblinggrounds? Maybe visit theTransport Museum orascend Mount Motta-rone in the cable carand view the lakefrom the summit.

Day Seven. A wonderful day is in store as we enjoy a guided walking tour of sophisticated Milan where must see attractions include the magnificent cathedral, the red brick Castello Sforzesco, designed by Leonardo da Vinci and the Teatro alla Scala, Milan’s legendary operahouse.

Day Eight. A taste of undiscovered Italy today with our visit to Turin, home to the Italian Royal Family,extraordinary Baroque architecture and great shopping.Perhaps visit the Museo Nazionale del Cinema where you’llfind exhibits like Marilyn Monroe’s lace bustier, PeterO’Toole’s robe from Lawrence of Arabia and Bela Lugosi’scoffin from Dracula!

Day Nine. Our outing today takes us to shimmering Lake Como, described by the poet Virgil, as “our greatestlake”. This stunning region is characterised by its network of Roman roads which are overlooked by towers and castlesas well as by the sumptuous villas which grace the shores ofthe lake.

Day Ten. Sadly, it’s arrivederci to Italy as we journey north toour dinner, bed and breakfast stop.

Day Eleven. We continue to our ferry back to Hull withdinner, entertainment and breakfast on board.

Day Twelve. We make our way home.

Discover the breathtaking beauty of lakes Maggiore, Como and Lugano along with the historyand culture of the majestic cities of Milan and Turin. Based in Lake Maggiore’s fashionableStresa, this lovely town has woodland walks and a regular ferry service to glide you aroundthe unique islands. Stresa overlooks Isola Bella which was once home to a community offishermen but nowadays you’ll find an elegant palace with sumptuous rooms filled withornate furniture. Out and about, Lake Lugano is surrounded by mountains and its historicpedestrianised centre features sacred architecture. Lake Como boasts a walled town with ahistoric hub and lively squares. Elsewhere, majestic Milan presents an alluring blend of medieval and modernbuildings whilst the often overlooked city of Turin features monuments like the domed Basilica di Superga andattractions such as a museum of cinematic history as well as arcaded shopping promenades.

Italian LakesMaggiore, Como & Lugano




PRICE INCLUDES

Fri 19 Jun £899 Wed 19 Aug £949

12 DAYS FROM £899

Perfectly situated on a quiet square in apedestrianised area, the Hotel Moderno is justmetres from the jetty on Lake Maggiore. Therestaurant has seating both inside and outsideunder a gazebo as well as in the charminginternal courtyard.

Holiday code: MCSTMS


Hotel Moderno

Lake Como

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12Days

from£899

HOTEL MODERNO -STRESA

Lake Maggiore

INCLUDESGUIDEDWALKINGTOUR OFMILAN



Day One. We head to Hull for our overnight ferry to thecontinent enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast onboard.

Day Two. We continue to our overnight hotel where wehave a dinner, bed and breakfast stop.

Day Three. We travel to your chosen resort andcheck into your hotel for our seven night dinner,bed and breakfast and drinks package† stay.

Day Four. Today we journey to phenom-enal Florence, the “Cradle of the Renaiss-ance”. Established by Julius Caesar in 59 BC,the city survived centuries of warfare andupheaval to become a major force in theRenaissance era. Must-see attractions includethe Ponte Vecchio (“old bridge”) and thestunning domed Cathedral of Santa Maria delFlore.

Days Five & Six. Two free days to exploreyour exquisite surroundings.

Day Seven. For guests staying inForte dei Marmi, our treat today

is Montecatini Terme where you might like to visit thetown’s spas or hop aboard the funicular railway toMontecatini Alto and take in the stunning views from one ofthe mountain top restaurants. Holidaymakers based inMontecatini Terme can look forward to visiting Forte deiMarmi to discover just why the jet set adore this stunningseaside resort.

Day Eight. Truly a sightseer’s dream as we visit impeccablypreserved Lucca, a grand city dating back to the MiddleAges enclosed by ancient walls and featuring a finecathedral and a quirky tree-topped tower. After time tolook around, we continue to the upmarket seaside resort ofViareggio.

Day Nine. The excitement continues as we explore Pisa,home to the peculiar Leaning Tower as well as lovely Botan-ic Gardens and the twelfth century white marble Battistero.

Day Ten. Sadly, it’s arrivederci to Italy as we journey northto our dinner, bed and breakfast stop.




Choice of Hotels & Resorts

Mingle with the jet set in chic Forte dei Marmi, the preferred haunt of many VIPs andwhere you’ll find fine sandy beaches and super luxury yachts moored off its stunningcoastline. Or rejuvenate in mellow Montecatini Terme, a peaceful spa town built arounda large park in the heart of Tuscany and famed for its wellness centres. Whicheverresort you choose, you can look forward to delightful excursions including iconic Pisa,home to the gravity defying Leaning Tower and to picturesque Lucca, a walled citydating back to the Middle Ages with a fine cathedral.




PRICE INCLUDES

Sun 5 Apr £829 Sun 27 Sep £849

12 DAYS FROM £829Thu 23 Apr £839

Thu 18 Jun £849

Thu 30 Jul £869

12 DAYS FROM £839

Located close to the beach, the Hotel Giadafeatures a seasonal rooftop pool, hot tub andfurnished deck as well as a garden and air-conditioning.

Holiday code: MCTUCS

Lucca

Ponte Vecchio, Florence

12Days

from£829

Tuscan CoastHOTEL GIADA - FORTE DEI MARMI

Nestling in the heart of Montecatini Terme, theelegant Hotel Miro is a converted monasterylocated close to the resort’s famous spas with apoolside bar, jacuzzi, garden and sun terrace.

HOTEL MIRO -MONTECATINI TERME

CHOICE OF RESORTS & HOTELS.

INCLUDES ALL DAYTEA/COFFEE,

WATER OR WINE WITHDINNER & FREE BAR

6PM-10PM IN RESORT†

Treasures of Tuscany

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Day One. We head to Hull for our overnight ferry to thecontinent enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast onboard.

Day Two. We continue to our overnight dinner, bed andbreakfast hotel.

Day Three. Today we proceed to Italy and check in tothe delightful Hotel Croce di Malta in Lido diJesolo for four night’s dinner, bed and breakfaststay.

Day Four. Enjoy a day at leisure to relax orexplore this beautiful resort.

Day Five. Our treat today is a guided tour of iconic Venice taking in sights such as St Mark’s Square, the Bridge of Sighs and themagnificent Ponte Rialto which overlooks theGrand Canal. Afterwards, perhaps treatyourself to a gondola ride.

Day Six. Look forward to a day invivacious Verona. Here, the Piazza

Bra is home to a well preserved

Roman amphitheatre and is also where you can hop aboarda little green land train for a circuit of Verona’s highlightsincluding the old castle, Roman gates and Piazza Erbe.Don’t miss Juliet’s balcony on the Via Cappello.

Day Seven. We make our way to Diano Marina via thepicturesque historic city of Cremona. Here we check in tothe Hotel Raffy for three night’s dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day Eight. Discover the delights of Diano Marina at yourown pace.

Day Nine. Out and about we’re off to ancient Albenga. This quaint market town is one of the prettiest places along the Ligurian coast and features medieval walls, an elegant cathedral and the impressive Piazza San Michele.

Day Ten. It’s arrivederci to Italy as we travel north to ourdinner, bed and breakfast hotel.

Day Eleven. We proceed to our ferry back to Hull enjoyingdinner, entertainment and breakfast on board.


The gorgeous resort of Lido di Jesolo boasts sandy beaches lapped by the rolling waves of the Adriatic and borderedby a charming promenade. Hop aboard a pleasure cruiser, browse the array of shops, soak up the atmosphere in thebusy piazzas or just relax in a pavement café with a glass of peach Bellini. After our four night stay, our second resort onthis twin centre holiday is dreamy Diano Marina. An enchanting resort featuring pine clad hills and olive groves reachingdown to the sparkling coast, its ancient heart features medieval walls and architecture dating from the Middle Ages.Holiday highlights include romantic Venice with its network of canals, Verona where you’ll find Juliet’s balcony and themedieval market town of Albenga.

Verona

Lido di Jesolo


Venice


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Your Hotels




PRICE INCLUDESSun 10 May Sat 10 Oct

12 DAYS ONLY £799

Located directly on the seafront, we stay fournights at this lovely hotel with its expansive sunterrace, pretty garden and private beach withloungers, deck chairs and parasols.

Holiday code: MCLICS

HOTEL CROCE DI MALTA -LIDO DI JESOLO

Enjoying an idyllic setting close to the sea, HotelRaffy features spacious lounges, leafy gardensand a terrace with sun beds and sea views. Weenjoy a three night stay here.

HOTEL RAFFY - DIANO MARINA

ItalianCoastlines


12Days

only£799

NEW

TWINCENTRE


Day One. We head to Hull for our overnight ferry to the continent enjoying dinner, entertainment and

breakfast on board.

Day Two. We continue to our overnight dinner,bed and breakfast stop.

Day Three. We travel to Toscalano-Madernoand check into the family run Hotel Adria forour seven night dinner, bed and breakfaststay.

Day Four. Get acquainted with this stun-ning area on our lake tour that includes a stop at beautiful Malcesine. We also visitPeschiera where the old town centre is in the middle of a huge fortress in the shape of

a five-sided star.

Day Five. Cameras at the ready as we head to Venice, the romantic

city of bridges and canals whereyou’ll find iconic landmarkssuch as St Mark’s Square,the Basilica and theBridge of Sighs. Perhapstreat yourself to a tripon a gondola!

Day Six. We make the short journey to the boardingpoint for our lake cruise. Relax and enjoy a lazy day onboard as you glide past colourful houses nestling infjord-like valleys. Arriving in Limone, you’ll have time towander around before the return sailing.

Day Seven. A day at leisure. Perhaps visit the botanicalgardens which are home to plants from around theworld or venture out to the spectacular Valle delleCartiere and visit the paper mill museum.

Day Eight. Today we explore the ancient town ofSirmione, famous for its thermal baths and historic build-ings such as the churches of San Pedro and Santa Maria.

Day Nine. A holiday highlight is our day to Verona, anunspoilt city with the best preserved Romanamphitheatre in the world. Other attractions include theBasilica of St Zeno, the Lamberti Tower, the bustlingmarket at Piazza delle Erbe and “Juliet’s House” on theVia Capello.

Day Ten. A fond arrivederci to Lake Garda as we journeyto our dinner, bed and breakfast stop








PRICE INCLUDES

Sun 12 Apr £799

Fri 22 May £839

Sun 7 Jun £859

Sat 15 Aug £899

Sun 30 Aug £869

Sat 19 Sep £859

12 DAYS FROM £799

This family run three star hotel is known forfriendly and efficient service and beautifullymaintained gardens. Rooms vary in size and styleacross both a modern and a traditional building.

Holiday code: MCTODS

Venice

Adria Hotel

Lake Garda

HOTEL ADRIA -TOSCALANO-MADERNO

Lake Garda, Venice & Verona


12Days

from£799 The most distinguished of the Italian lakes, breathtaking Lake Garda is an unspoilt

paradise where pastel painted villages reflect in the shimmering water. This leisurelyholiday is based in Toscalano-Maderno, a lovely town located in a sunny spot on theriver delta at the historical heart of the Riviera of Lemons. Dating back to Romantimes, the remains of ancient paper mills dot the valley and the traditional townsquares feature old churches and artistic attractions. Our fabulous Italian adventuretakes us to some of the other gorgeous resorts that stud the glistening shores of the lake aswell as to the equally enthralling historical cities of Venice and Verona.

INCLUDESLAKE CRUISE




Thursday. We travel to Hull for our overnight ferry toZeebrugge enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast

on board.

Friday. We continue to our overnight dinner, bedand breakfast stop.

Saturday. We travel to Diano Marina and checkinto the lovely Hotel Moresco for our relaxing seven night dinner, bed andbreakfast stay.

Sunday. Today we visit the Principality ofMonaco, home to the Royal Palace and thecathedral where Prince Rainier marriedGrace Kelly. Afterwards, we travel via theMonaco Grand Prix roads to the famousMonte Carlo Casino.

Monday. Our excursion today takes us to the glamorous coastal city

of Nice, jewel of the FrenchRiviera. Revel in the clear air

and golden light as yousaunter along the fam-

ous Promenade des Anglais, the “Walkway of the English”that takes its name from the first visitors to adopt theresort as a holiday favourite.

Tuesday. Two days at leisure to do some independentsightseeing, hit the shops or lounge on the beach.Perhaps you’ll treat yourself to a boat trip on the Med.

Wednesday. This morning we visit Ventimiglio Market. We then continue to Menton on the French Riviera whereyou can lose yourself in the tropical gardens and bustlingfishing port.

Thursday. Our half day tour takes us along the ItalianRiviera coastline to elegant Alassio, a chic resort awashwith trees and flowers and characterised by a gorgeousbeach of the finest quartz sand.

Friday. Sadly, it’s arrivederci to Italy as we journey north toour dinner, bed and breakfast stop.

Saturday. We continue to our ferry back to Hull withdinner, entertainment and breakfast on board.

Sunday. We make our way home.

This wonderful tour combines the inimitable style of the Italian Riviera and the sophistication of the French Riviera. Enchanting Diano Marina features pine clad hills and olive groves reaching down to the spark-ling coast and is one of the premier resorts of the Italian Riviera of Flowers. Away from the waterfront, the ancient heart of the town still preserves parts of its medieval walls and gates as well as grand architecturedating from the Middle Ages, Renaissance and Baroque periods. We venture out to see how the “other half”live with excursions to Monaco and Monte Carlo. This wonderful getaway also includes the glittering city of Nice, historic Dolceaqua, elegant Alassio and we cross the border to visit gorgeous Menton on the French Riviera.

DianoMarina& the French & Italian Rivieras

Set just thirty metres from the shore, this prettyhotel is built in a typical Mediterranean style witharcades and terraces surrounded by gardens ofpalm and olive trees – it even boasts its ownprivate beach!

Holiday code: MCDIHS

Moresco Hotel

Diano Marina


12Days

from£799

HOTEL MORESCO - DIANO MARINA

Diano Marina

63Tel 01924 895849 for more information or to book your holiday today. Book online at www.glentonpalmer.com †Conditions apply.

12 DAYS FROM £799

Dinner, B&B

Wine or water with dinner in resort†

Luxury coach and ferry travel throughoutDoor to Door collection*



PRICE INCLUDES

Thu 21 May £799

Thu 11 Jun £829

Thu 20 Aug £859

Thu 8 Oct £799




Monday. We head to Hull for our overnight ferry to thecontinent enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast

on board.

Tuesday. We continue to Germany where we havea dinner, bed and breakfast stop.

Wednesday. We travel to Saalbach and checkinto the well-appointed Hotel Panther forseven nights dinner, bed and breakfast, a dailypacked lunch, afternoon tea/coffee withbiscuits and unlimited local wine, beer andsoft drinks between 10am and 10pm†.

Thursday. A holiday highlight as we head to sumptuous Salzburg. Forever associated with the Sound of Music and Mozart, sights

to see include the composer’s birth-place as well as the glorious Hohen-

salzburg Castle and pretty MirabellGardens.

Friday. We head to Innsbruck,the lively capital of the Tyrol.This historical city boastsfascinating sights includ-ing the Goldenes Dachl(“golden roof”) which

is covered with glittering fire-gilded tiles and was con-structed for the Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I. Otherlandmarks include the Hofkirche gothic church, theStadtturm medieval tower in the Old Town and the ImperialHofburg castle.

Saturday. Enjoy an excursion to attractive Zell-am-See withits mirror-like waters. Our 31 August and 14 Septemberholiday makers are warmly invited to the “bringing downthe cattle” festival when locals celebrate the start ofautumn with a colourful carnival as the cows return fromtheir Alpine pastures.

Sunday & Monday. Two free days in resort to admire yourbeautiful surroundings; enjoy the Alpine charm as you strollaround the village or make use of the hotel’s superb leisurefacilities.

Tuesday. Our treat today is iconic Kitzbühel. Formerly acopper mining village, Kitzbühel is now a famous resortoverlooked by the towering Hahnenkamm and KitzbühelerHorn Mountains.

Wednesday. We journey to our dinner, bed and breakfaststop in Germany.

Thursday. We continue to our ferry back to Hull withdinner, entertainment and breakfast on board.

Friday. We make our way home.






PRICE INCLUDES

Mon 15 Jun £839

Mon 20 Jul £859

Mon 3 Aug £859

Mon 31 Aug £859

Mon 14 Sep £839

11 DAYS FROM £839

Located in the pedestrian area of Saalbach, theHotel Panther is within easy reach of shops andcafés. We include a daily free bar† from 10am to10pm, a packed lunch, afternoon tea/coffee withbiscuits and a Tyrolean buffet evening.

Holiday code: MCSAPS

Tyrol

Hotel Panther

Innsbruck

HOTEL PANTHER -SAALBACH

12Days

from£839

Austrian TyrolExtravaganza

Spectacular landscapes, mountains and lakes are just some of Austria’s attractions. This sightseer’s dream is based at popular Saalbach, an enchanting village in the heartof the Glemm Valley. Our exciting itinerary takes us to opulent Salzburg where you’llbe impressed with the lavish architecture and we also visit the landmark resort ofKitzbühel. If you choose to travel on our 31 August or 14 September dates, a specialtreat will be the annual Almabtrieb – the “bringing down the cattle” festival whenlocals mark the start of autumn with a colourful parade of elaborately decorated cows. Ifyou prefer to travel in June, July or 3 August, our excursion to Zell am See with its glassywater, soaring peaks and everlasting ice at the Kitzsteinhorn glacier will be a wonderful alternative.


INCLUDES HOUSE WINE,

BEER & SOFT DRINKS 10AM-10PM,

PACKED LUNCHES AND TYROLEAN

BUFFET EVENING†




Thursday. We head to Hull for our overnight ferry to the continent enjoyingdinner, entertainment and breakfast on board.Friday. We continue to Germany where we have a dinner, bed and breakfast stop.

Saturday. We travel to Austria and check in to our hotel for two nights dinner,bed and breakfast.

Sunday. Sightseeing today takes us to the lakeside town of Bregenz andthe shores of lovely Lake Constance. From here, we enjoy a trip up thePfander Mountain by cable car where we are rewarded with a uniquepanorama of both the lake and over two hundred Alpine peaks inAustria, Germany and Switzerland. Perhaps sip a mountain top coffeeor follow the short trail to see where the birds of prey make theirnests.Monday. The adventure continues as we journey over the ArlbergPass to Innsbruck for a guided tour. This historical city boastslandmarks such as the Golden Roof with its glittering fire-gilded tiles,the Hofkirche gothic church, the Stadtturm medieval tower and theImperial Hofburg Castle. Later we hop aboard the Hungerburgfunicular train before catching the Nordkette cable car up themountain to the Seegrube Restaurant. Nearly two thousand metres

above sea level, enjoy coffee and cake with a difference (included) asyou marvel at incomparable views of mountain peaks stretching

all the way to Italy. Later we make our way to the HotelLukashansi near Salzburg for our two night stay.

Tuesday. We continue to reach new heights as we journey along the Grossglockner High AlpineRoad - Austria’s uppermost surfaced road upon itshighest mountain. We reach the Pasterze, thecountry’s longest glacier set amidst blossomingmeadows, fragrant forests and craggy cliffs.Soak up spectacular views of the summit fromthe visitor’s centre and watch out for the cutemarmots!Wednesday. We bid farewell to our hoteland enjoy a free morning in Salzburg,birthplace of Mozart and home to theglorious Hohensalzburg Castle. Later wehead to our dinner, bed and breakfast stopin Germany.Thursday. We continue to our ferry back toHull with dinner, entertainment and breakfaston board.

Friday. We make our way home.

Magnificent mountains, sparkling ponds and enchanting ancient cities are just some of Austria’sattractions. Look forward to strolling by the shores of Lake Constance then feeling on top ofthe world as you sip coffee at the peak of Grossglockner – the country’s highest mountain.Our exciting itinerary on this twin centre holiday also takes in a guided tour of the Tyroleancapital, Innsbruck where you’ll find the glitzy Goldenes Dachl – a landmark structureconstructed for the Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian. We also include some free time inSalzburg, a UNESCO World Heritage City and birthplace of Mozart.




PRICE INCLUDES

Holiday code: MCAUSS

Salzburg

Austrian Tyrol


9Days

from£749

Lake Constance


NEW

Located just a fifteen minute walk from Feldkirch’shistoric Old Town, this family run hotel combinesa homely atmosphere with flair and style andfeatures a spacious lounge and an attractiveterrace.

HOTEL MONTFORT -FELDKIRCH

TWINCENTRE

Your Hotels

Summits of Austria

Charmingly traditional, this family run hotel is setamidst a stunning mountain landscape and hasbeen welcoming guests for over three hundredyears.

HOTEL LUKASHANSI -BRUCK ZELL AM SEE

Thu 30 Apr £749

Thu 2 Jul £799

Thu 13 Aug £799

9 DAYS FROM £749

INCLUDESGUIDED TOUR OFINNSBRUCK




PRICE INCLUDES

Monday. We travel to Hull for our overnight ferry to thecontinent enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast onboard.

Tuesday. We make our way to the Strasbourg areawhere we have a dinner, bed and breakfast stop.

Wednesday. Continuing via Liechtenstein to BadRagaz, we check into the Park Hotel for our fivenight dinner, bed and breakfast stay completewith a nightly free bar† and daily packedlunch.

Thursday. We start our day with free time in glamorous St Moritz. Surrounded byglaciers, the town has many attractionsincluding the Segantini Museum. We thenembark on a great rail adventure as we

board the Rhatische Bahn. Travelling the same tracks as the famous Glacier

Express, this unforgettable moun-tain ride takes us through some

of the most spectacularscenery Switzerland has tooffer. We disembark inChur with time to ex-plore the oldest Swisscity before travelling

through Liechtenstein to Werdenberg, a woodenmedieval settlement that still retains its original character.

Friday. A day at leisure to relax in resort.

Saturday. Today’s treat is a guided tour of Zurich whichboasts over fifty museums and more than a hundred artgalleries. Experience Zurich’s intricate past as you wanderaround the Old Town with its medieval buildings, crooked,alleys and the city’s landmark Grossmunster with itsdouble towers. Down on the waterfront you can strollalong the promenade or meander round the ChineseGarden.

Sunday. You’re sure to adore our outing to the WorldCultural Heritage City of St Gallen which is overlooked bya splendid baroque cathedral and features lively squaresand pavement cafés. We pause at Austria’s lovely oldtown of Feldkirch on the return, home to the ancientSchattenburg Castle.

Monday. Bidding farewell to Switzerland, we return to theStrasbourg area for our dinner, bed and breakfast stay.

Tuesday. We continue to our overnight ferry back to Hullwith dinner, entertainment and breakfast on board.

Wednesday. Sadly, it’s time to make our way home afteran unforgettable Alpine adventure.


Our base for this thrilling holiday is the Alpine town of Bad Ragaz, a long-established sparesort where the many sights include the old Pfafer Spa with its Paracelsus Memorial.The nearby Sargens Museum incorporates a folk exhibition and Giessenpark is perfectfor a scenic stroll. Special treats are our train ride which showcases the beauty of thischocolate box region and we enjoy a guided tour of the elegant capital, Zurich. Thelargest city in Switzerland, Zurich commands magnificent views of the snow-cappedAlps and features a Romanesque church and a stylish waterfront.

Park Hotel

Zurich

SpectacularSwitzerland

Tel 01924 895849 for more information or to book your holiday today. Book online at www.glentonpalmer.com †Conditions apply.66

INCLUDES NIGHTLY FREE BAR† & DAILY

PACKED LUNCH INRESORT AND A

TRAIN RIDE ON THETRACKS OF THE

GLACIER EXPRESS

10 DAYS FROM £849Mon 13 Apr £849

Mon 20 Jul £869

Mon 14 Sep £869


This traditional hotel stands in private grounds atthe heart of Bad Ragaz. Our guests receive adaily packed lunch and a nightly free bar†

between 6pm-10pm including local beer andwine.

PARK HOTEL - BAD RAGAZ

Dinner, B&BNightly free bar† in resort

Daily packed lunch in resortLuxury coach and ferry travel throughout



Holiday code: MCSWPS

PRICE INCLUDES

10Days

from£849

St Moritz





Take in the best of springtime in Holland as you relax on atranquil river cruise. A highlight is our visit to renowned

Keukenhof Gardens – a historical park featuring beautifullandscaped grounds and a patchwork quilt of fields with bulbs

in bloom in an amazing display of colour.

Dutch Cruise & the Bulb Fields

Sun 5 Apr

Main Deck £549 Promenade Deck £599

Holiday code: MCRICN

7Days

from£549

This tastefully furnished and fully air conditionedship features a stylish lounge with bar and dancefloor and a pleasant restaurant.

PRINSES CHRISTINA

7 DAYS FROM £549

Highlights on this great adventure include Rudesheim, home to the Middle Ages Torture Museum, Heidelberg, votedthe fourth best place to visit in Germany, while ancient Worms, historic Mainz and elegant Frankfurt all add to the charm

of this wonderful holiday.

Four RiversCruise

Holiday code: MCRIEN

Cologne

10Days

only£849 MV ESMERALDA

PRICE INCLUDES Dinner, B&B | Lunch on board MV Esmeralda | Coach and ferry travel throughout | Door to Door collection* | Full holiday itinerary | Free holiday insurance option

PRICE INCLUDES Dinner, B&B | Lunch on board MV Esmeralda | Coach and ferry travel throughout | Door to Door collection* | Full holiday itinerary | Free holiday insurance option

Saturday. We journey to Hull for the overnight ferry to the continent enjoying dinner,entertainment and breakfast on board.Sunday. We travel to Cologne where we board the MV Esmeralda.Monday. We sail along the magical Moselle to Winningen, a traditional village with halftimbered houses and twisting streets. Tuesday. Cruising the regal Rhine, we arrive at the popular resort of Rudesheim. Perhapsexplore the tenth century Bromserburg Castle or relax in a welcoming tavern.Wednesday. Gliding into the River Neckar, we come to the university city of Heidelberg. Takein the impressive historic treasures or head to the Haupstrasse - the main drag packed withpubs, museums and markets selling cuckoo clocks.Thursday. Our port of call today is ancient Worms where landmarks include the storybookcathedral and the imperial palace. Later, our cruise continues to Mainz, Germany’s wine capitaland a city with two millennia of history. Friday. Having deviated on to the River Main, we arrive in Frankfurt, famed for its museumembankment which houses a succession of art exhibitions. Saturday. Today we cruise back to Cologne, a city with a majestic cathedral featuring theShrine of the Three Kings.Sunday. We disembark and head for the ferry back to Hull enjoying dinner, entertainment andbreakfast on board.Monday. We make our way home.

Sunday. We journey to Hull for the overnight ferry to Rotterdam enjoying dinner,entertainment and breakfast on board.

Monday. We travel to The Hague, a coastal city with vast green parks and historicbuildings before continuing to the popular seaside resort of Scheveningen. Late afternoonwe head to Amsterdam to board the Princes Christina.

Tuesday. This morning we sail along the Dutch waterways to Volendam, home to picture-sque old houses and a museum displaying traditional costumes and model fishing boats.

Wednesday. Our cruise continues to Hoorn, set in a bay and boasting two yacht harboursas well as elegant seventeenth century gabled houses.

Thursday. Returning to Amsterdam, we moor overnight in this vibrant city so you’ll haveplenty of time to take in the attractions.

Friday. We bid farewell to the friendly crew of the Prinses Christina then travel by coach toKeukenhof Gardens. The park will be a riot of colour with tulips, hyacinths and daffodils inbloom. Early evening we board our ferry for dinner and our return voyage to Hull.

Saturday. After breakfast we head home.

Our ship features a spacious sun deck and acomfortable lounge with dance floor. All cabinsare outward facing with private facilities, satelliteTV and a safety deposit box.

10 DAYS FROM £849

Sat 2 May


Sorry, no single cabins are available





*See page 6 for Door to Door details

Please note as the majority of thisholiday is spent on board your ship,travel to and from the continent willbe on one of our standard executivecoaches rather than a Select vehicle.

Please note as the majority of thisholiday is spent on board your ship,travel to and from the continent willbe on one of our standard executivecoaches rather than a Select vehicle.

Saturday. We travel to Hull for our overnight ferry tothe continent enjoying dinner, entertainment andbreakfast on board.

Sunday. We make our way to Cologne to boardPrinses Christina.

Monday. Our cruise begins through the RhineGorge to reach the popular resort of Rudesheim.

Tuesday. Today we make a stop at Mannheimwhere we include an excursion to the universitycity of Heidelberg, rejoining the ship at Speyer.

Wednesday. This morning we cruise to Rasstadtwhere the Rhine reaches the border between

France and Germany. The afternoon brings acoach excursion to the beautiful Black Forest,visiting the pretty town of Baden-Badenthen following the famous SchwarzwaldHochstrasse to Freudenstadt. We rejointhe ship in Strasbourg.

Thursday. An excursion by coach toFreiburg before we enter France andthe charming city of Colmar in theAlsace region.

Friday. After a guided tour of Stras-bourg we cruise north to Mainz.

Saturday. Today finds us back inCologne.

Sunday. We bid farewell to PrinsesChristina and head for our overnight ferry

back to Hull with dinner, entertainment andbreakfast.

Monday. From Hull we make our way home.

Your Holiday ItineraryYour Holiday Itinerary

Take your pick from these two fabulous itineraries aboard the ever popular river cruiser PrinsesChristina. Perhaps you’ll opt for the regal Rhine and mystical Moselle sailing and enjoy stopsat places like Cochem, a traditional German village where history and folklore are woven intoevery winding alleyway. Alternatively, our Black Forest cruise features excursions to Freiburg, asun-kissed town with a Mediterranean feel and to the old university town of Heidelberg.

This tastefully furnished and fully air conditioned ship has a loungebar with dance floor on the Promenade Deck and a spacious SunDeck. Please note that whilst there are stairlifts on board, wheelchairaccess is regretably not possible.

Holiday code: MCRICN

TWOITINERARIESTO CHOOSEFROM

Moselle Valley

Black Forest

10Days

from£899

Prinses Christina

PRINSES CHRISTINA

GermanRiverCruises

Rhine & MoselleCruise

Black Forest Cruise

Saturday. We travel to Hull for our overnight ferry toRotterdam enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast onboard.

Sunday. We make our way to Cologne to board the PrinsesChristina, where we settle in to our cabins and explore theship’s facilities before dinner.

Monday. We begin our cruise, passing Bonn and into theRhine Valley with its vineyard slopes and romantic castles,reaching the Roman town of Andernach.

Tuesday. We leave the Rhine at Koblenz, cruising upstreamon the winding Moselle and stopping at popular Cochem,which is overlooked by stately Reichsburg Castle.

Wednesday. We rejoin the Rhine to visit Boppard.

Thursday. Gliding between the steep slopes and craggyrocks of the Rhine Gorge, we pass historic castles en routeto popular Rudesheim.

Friday. Returning through the Rhine Gorge, you’ll havetime to explore Koblenz Old Town.

Saturday. Passing the remains of the famous bridge atRemagen, we return to Cologne where we have time tovisit the majestic cathedral.

Sunday. We head for our ferry back to Hull, enjoyingdinner, entertainment and breakfast on board.

Monday. We make our way home.

Sat 11 Jul


10 DAYS FROM £899

Sat 6 Jun

Main Deck £899

Promenade Deck £949

Sat 22 Aug

Main Deck £949

Promenade Deck £999

10 DAYS FROM £899



PRICE INCLUDES Dinner, B&B | Lunch while river cruising | Coach and ferry travel throughout | Door to Door collection* | Full holiday itinerary | Free holiday insurance option



*See page 6 for Door to Door detailsPlease note as the majority of this holiday is spent on board yourship, travel to and from the continent will be on one of our standardexecutive coaches rather than a Select vehicle.

Our ship features a spacious sun deck and a comfortable lounge withdance floor. All cabins are outward facing with private facilities, satellite TVand a safety deposit box.

Holiday code: MCRIEN

MV ESMERALDA

Blue Danube& RegalRhine

Monday. We journey to Hull for the overnight ferryto the continent enjoying dinner, entertainmentand breakfast on board.

Tuesday. We continue to our overnight dinner,bed and breakfast stop.

Wednesday. We travel to Passau in Bavariawhere we board the MV Esmeralda.

Thursday. We pass imposing Walhalla at theapproaches to Regensburg, a magicalmedieval town with an old stone bridgespanning the Danube and a carefully preserved

old quarter.

Friday. We sail on to Kelheim where we leave theDanube and glide into the Main-DanubeCanal. We then cruise smoothly through theAltmuhl Valley, an unspoilt regioncharacterised by bizarre rock formations,juniper heathlands and riversidemeadows.

Saturday. Our destination of the day isNuremburg, a city that reflectsGermany’s history through thecenturies. Follow the Historical Milewhich ends at the twelfth century castleand be astounded by the ornatefountains and highly crafted churches.

Sunday. Our adventure continues reach-ing Bamberg, a town often referred to as

the Rome of Franconia. This enchanting gemstands on seven hills and is dominated by an

imperial cathedral. Its well-preserved old town is a WorldHeritage Site and home to over a thousand historicalmonuments.

Monday. Arriving at Hassfurth, we join our coach toRothenburg where we take a trip back in time to the MiddleAges. Enclosed by historic walls and gates along withancient watchtowers, this unique town features gothicfountains and is like a living museum where time has stood still. We rejoin the Esmeralda at Kitzingen and cruiseto Wurzburg – a university town with a distinctiveMediterranean flavour.

Tuesday. Today we sail on to Karlstadt from where wejourney by coach to enjoy a second visit to Wurzburg.Beautifully situated on both banks of the Main River, thisendearing town promises a journey of discovery through theages with its blend of architecture encompassing a range ofstyles. This evening we sail to Miltenberg, home to ahistorical market square and old town hall.

Wednesday. Look forward to an afternoon in rumbustiousRudesheim where you might like to explore twelfth centuryBromserburg Castle, wander the quirky alleyways or popinto the Middle Ages Torture Museum and learn aboutwitches, the inquisition and medieval punishments!

Thursday. Today we cruise through the dramatic RhineGorge to Cologne, a city with a majestic cathedral featuringthe Shrine of the Three Kings.

Friday. We disembark after breakfast and head for our ferryback to Hull enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfaston board.

Saturday. We make our way home.


Bamberg

Rhine

MV Esmeralda

NEW13Days

from£999

PRICE INCLUDES

Mon 28 Sep


13 DAYS FROM £999

Relax aboard your floating hotel as you glide serenely from the delightful Danube to thepicturesque waters of the Rhine. Navigating through the Main-Danube Canal with its many locks,our ship climbs to over 1,300 feet above sea level and onwards deep into the heart of Germany,covering over six hundred splendid miles. Highlights include romantic Rothenburg, renowned asthe best preserved medieval town in Germany as well as ancient Nuremburg, a city of emperorsand princes dominated by a mighty fortress. Our itinerary also features time in captivating Cologne,home to a majestic cathedral which houses the Shrine of the Three Kings.

FULL BOARD

WHILE RIVERCRUISING

Dinner, B&B | Lunch while river cruising | Coach and ferry travel throughout | Door to Door collection* | Full holiday itinerary | Free holiday insurance option





Please note as the majority of this holiday is spent on boardyour ship, travel to and from the continent will be on one ofour standard executive coaches rather than a Select vehicle.

Saturday. We head to Hull for our overnight ferry tothe continent enjoying dinner, entertainment andbreakfast on board.

Sunday. We continue to our overnight dinner,bed and breakfast stop.

Monday. We travel to the outskirts of Neu-reichenau in the Bavarian Forest and checkinto our hotel for a fabulous six night dinner,bed and breakfast stay complete with anightly free bar from 7pm-10pm†.

Tuesday. A treat today as we visit charmingPassau. Stroll along the riverfront promenadeor wander the old town where you’ll find the

bright and beautiful St Stephen’s Cath-edral containing the world’s largest

cathedral organ. Visit the baroqueOld Bishop’s Residence and see

the Pranger – stocks whererogues were once shackledfor locals to ridicule andthrow things at them!

Wednesday. We headto Scholegen wherewe enjoy a cruise on

the River Danube sailing around the Schlogenberg Loop –the most stunning section of the Danube where the riverwinds around the Schlogenberg Mountain. We then sail onto Linz in Austria where we rejoin our coach.

Thursday. A day at leisure to relax or enjoy the hotel’sextensive leisure facilities.

Friday. Our sightseeing today takes us to Bodenmais wherethe key point of interest is the "Joska" glass para-dise. Here you’ll find beer gardens, restaurants, an all year round Christmas market along with exhibitions andcraftsmen demonstrating glass blowing. We return viaBavaria National Park.

Saturday. Look forward to our magical outing to CeskyKrumlov, a gorgeous little town in Bohemia and a UNESCOWorld Heritage Site. You’ll be bowled over as you strollthrough its medieval old town with its elegant chateaux,Renaissance dwellings, spacious courtyards and fairytalecastle complete with a moat and Masquerade Hall.

Sunday. We journey north to our dinner, bed and breakfaststop.

Monday. We continue to our ferry back to Hull with dinner,entertainment and breakfast on board.

Tuesday. We make our way home.


Nestling between the River Danube and the Czech and Austrianborders, the unspoilt landscape of Bavaria features shimmering lakesand breathtaking mountain viewpoints and promises much morethan traditional lederhosen, sausages and barrels of beer. Ourholiday is based near the tranquil village of Neureichenau, located atthe foot of the Dreisesselberg Mountain. Among the treasures on thisdelightful tour is our day in Passau. Known as the “city of three rivers” due to its setting at the confluence of therivers Inn, Ilz and Danube, this gem features impressive Italian Baroque architecture, pleasant squares, twisting lanesand elaborate bridges. Another enchantment on this adventure is when we cross the border to explore captivatingCesky Krumlov in the Czech Republic where you’ll be convinced you’ve stepped into a fairytale.

Dinner, B&B

Nightly free bar† in resortLuxury coach and ferry travel throughout




PRICE INCLUDES

Sat 20 Jun £879

Sat 15 Aug £929

Sat 26 Sep £879

11 DAYS FROM £879

Enjoying a peaceful location a couple of milesfrom the village of Neureichenau, this welcominghotel boasts great views of the Alps, has aconservatory and terrace and offers a range oftreatments in its wellness centre.

Holiday code: MCNEHS

NIGHTLYFREE BARIN RESORT7PM - 10PM†

INCLUDESCRUISE ONTHE RIVERDANUBE


Passau

Haus Bayerwald Hotel

11Days

from£879

Cesky Krumlov

HAUS BAYERWALD HOTEL- NEUREICHENAU

Bavaria, Bohemia & the Danube




Sunday. We head to Hull for our overnight ferry to thecontinent, enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast onboard.

Monday. We arrive refreshed and in the holiday mood,travelling to our hotel in the historic town of BadHerrenalb.

Tuesday. Our sightseeing begins with anexcursion to Freiburg, home to a bustlingMunsterplatz (marketplace). This delightfulcobbled square encircles the mighty Minsterof Our Lady, a stunning church and anarchitectural masterpiece from the Gothicperiod. The Munsterplatz is also edged bythe storybook Merchant’s Hall with its deepred façade and elaborate cornets.

Wednesday. Today we visit Baden Baden,which has a long and intriguing history

as a spa town and health resort.Maybe you will explore the two

thousand year old ruins of theRoman Baths, marvel at the

opulent Kurhaus or perhaps take a horse-drawn carriageride around this fascinating place.

Thursday. A free day to relax in the clean mountain air andperhaps explore the beautiful spa resort of Bad Herrenalb.

Friday. First up is a visit to Calw, a quaint medieval townbuilt around an eleventh century castle and featuring half-timbered buildings. Perhaps visit the interesting HirsauMonastery or the Herman Hesse Museum, dedicated to thelife and works of the Nobel Prize-winning author ofSteppenwolf who was born locally. Later we continue toHerrenberg where the must-see attraction is the symbolicStiftskirche which stands in the main square and houses theBell Museum. Other fascinating sights include the ruins ofthe castle Schlossberg, old city walls, the historic town halland the traditional market place.

Saturday. We bid auf wiedersehn to Germany as we journeyto catch the ferry back to Hull, enjoying dinner,entertainment and breakfast on board.

Sunday. We make our way home.

On arrival in this picturesque region of southwest Germany, you’ll feel as though you’ve stepped into a fairytale.Famous for its chocolate box scenery, the beautiful Black Forest is studded with delightful villages, distinctivetimbered buildings and enchanting little towns. There’s plenty to see and do and, in our experience, most visitors findit hard to resist the colourful and quirky cuckoo clocks that are sold everywhere you go. Of course, no trip to thisenchanted destination is complete without treating yourself to a slice or two of the traditional SchwarzwalderKirschtorte, otherwise known as Black Forest Gateau. Our itinerary for this wonderful holiday takes you through all thehighlights of this truly beautiful region.

TheBeautiful Black Forest





PRICE INCLUDES

Sun 3 May £619

Sun 7 Jun £659

Sun 12 Jul £649

Sun 6 Sep £639

8 DAYS FROM £619

Situated in an elevated position five hundredmetres uphill from the town centre, ourcomfortable hotel offers a high standard ofaccommodation and has been highly praised byprevious guests.

Not recommended for clients with walking difficulties.

Holiday code: MCBABS


Valley view supplement £30

Black Forest

Freiburg


8Days

from£619

BEST WESTERN HOTEL -BAD HERRENALB

Baden Baden




Sunday. We head to Hull for our overnight ferry to thecontinent enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast

on board.

Monday. We continue to Germany and check in tothe four star Ramada Hotel in Stuttgart-Herrenberg for two nights dinner, bed andbreakfast.

Tuesday. Look forward to a visit toFreudenstadt, a Renaissance city which restson the edge of the Black Forest. The vastmarket square features fifty fountains as wellas the Stadthaus where you’ll find anexhibition taking you back to post-warGermany. From here, we make our way to thequaint town of Calw, home to traditional

half-timbered buildings and the HermanHesse Museum.

Wednesday. Today we journeyfirstly to medieval Celle, a

picture postcard townbeautifully positioned on

the banks of the River Aller and home to the pink andwhite Ducal Palace. Take a stroll through the centuries asyou wander around the old quarter where you’ll comeacross the gabled sixteenth century Hoppener Hausalongside modern day talking lampposts which recountfunny anecdotes to passers-by! Later we continue toHamburg and check in to the four star Ramada Hotel fortwo nights dinner, bed and breakfast.

Thursday. Our first treat today is a guided tour of Hamburg, a city steeped in history yet at the forefront ofmodernity. An amble through its old town presents anappealing scene of seventeenth century merchants’residences alongside laid-back cafés. Later we continue tolovely Lubeck. Behind its landmark Holsten Gate thistwelve century gem boasts a mélange of gothic, baroque,Renaissance and Neo-classical dwellings, abbeys andfortifications.

Friday. It’s auf wiedersehen Germany as we head to ourferry back to Hull with dinner, entertainment and breakfaston board.

Saturday. We make our way home.


Tucked away in the southwest corner of Germany, the chocolate box Black Forest region conjures up images of

lush woodland, glassy ponds and fairytale towns. Freudenstadt boasts Germany’s largest market square; a

landmark plaza housing fifty fountains and flanked by arcaded dwellings. Celle will leave you wondering if you’ve

just stepped into a fairytale with its timber framed houses and a gorgeous palace that skilfully unites Renaissance

and baroque styles. A highlight will be our guided tour of the hanseatic maritime city of Hamburg, home to one

of Europe’s busiest ports and oozing oodles of cosmopolitan charm. Our final treat is picturesque Lubeck,

renowned as the Queen of all the Hanseatic Cities.





PRICE INCLUDESSun 24 May £549

Sun 12 Jul £569

Sun 23 Aug £599

Sun 18 Oct £549

7 DAYS FROM 549

Holiday code: MCHANS

Black Forest

Stuttgart

7Days

from£549

Lubeck

Hanseatic Cities & the Black Forest

Set in the quiet Hamburg district of Bergedorfjust minutes from the castle, this contemporaryRamada Hotel has a chic bar and a pretty gardenterrace.

RAMADA HOTEL -HAMBURG-BERGEDORF

Located in pretty Herrenberg, a town with anidyllic location at the edge of the Schonbuchnature park, the modern Ramada Hotel haselegant bars and a pleasant terrace.

RAMADA HOTEL -STUTTGART-HERRENBERG

NEW

TWINCENTRE





Sunday. We travel to Hull for our overnight ferry toRotterdam enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast onboard.

Monday. We make our way to the Lamm Hotel in magicalAssmannhausen arriving in time to unwind before dinner.

Tuesday. This morning we set off on a river cruisefrom just outside the hotel heading to the popularresort of Rudesheim. Perhaps wander the quirkyalleyways or explore the historical treasures thatreach back through the ages such as the gothicEagle Tower and the tenth centuryBromserburg Castle. If you’re feeling brave,visit the Middle Ages Torture Museum andlearn about witches, the Inquisition andmedieval punishments!

Wednesday. We sail to St Goar, famed for thetreacherous Lorelei Rock that once lured

sailors to a watery grave and thirteenthcentury Rheinfels Castle, the largest

and most imposing castle on theRhine. From here we hop

aboard a paddle steamer to

Bacharach which features an adorable market placecomplete with cobbled lanes and half-timbered houses.After time to explore we catch a river cruiser back toAssmannhausen.

Thursday. This morning we journey by coach to two thousand year old Koblenz with its abundance of cultural monuments and atmospheric squares. Attractionsinclude the stately Koblenz Palace, the Central RhineMuseum in Florin’s Market and the bronze statue of a mischievous boy known as Schangelbrunnen, whoperiodically spews jets of sparkling water at unsus-pecting passers-by! After some time to look around, we proceed to Cochem, a traditional German village on the banks of the Moselle river where legend, history andfolklore are woven into every alleyway and snaking streets of wine taverns nestle beneath storybook Reichsburg Castle. Here we board our river boat for a short sceniccruise.

Friday. We say auf weidersehn and head north to our ferryback to Hull with dinner, entertainment and breakfast onboard.

Saturday. From Hull, we make our way home.

The Rhine Valley is a land of myths and legends where ancient castles crown the hillsides and

vineyards cling to the slopes above enchanting riverside towns. This captivating holiday

presents the opportunity to spend days appreciating this stunning region from a river

cruiser then nights on dry land in the traditional town of Assmannhausen. Our truly

delightful ports of call include fun-filled Rudesheim, endearing Bacharach and historic

Koblenz, where the Rhine meets the majestic Moselle.

Romance of the Rhine Valley





PRICE INCLUDES

Sun 7 Jun £549

Sun 5 Jul £569

Sun 23 Aug £599

Sun 13 Sep £569

Sun 4 Oct £539

7 DAYS FROM £539

Situated on the promenade overlooking theRhine, the traditional three star Lamm Hotel hasa pleasant street café where you can relax with adrink and watch the activity on the river.

Holiday code: MCASLS


River view supplement £20

Rudesheim

Rhine Valley


7Days

from£539

LAMM HOTEL -ASSMANNHAUSEN

Reichsburg Castle


INCLUDES 3 RIVERCRUISES



LAMM HOTEL - ASSMANNHAUSEN

9 DAYS ONLY £699Wed 13 May

Holiday code: MCSLRS

Rhine in Flames

Tucked away in the heart of Europe where the Alps meetthe Mediterranean, Slovenia boasts an ever-changing

landscape. Our base, pretty Kranjska Gora is set in the heartof a valley and is blessed with centuries old houses and a

fairytale backdrop.

SloveniaLipizzaner Stallions & Postojna Caves

9Days

only£699

Ideally positioned in the heart of Kranjska Goranext to the promenade, this splendid hotelcommands mountain views and boast first ratefacilities including a casino, coffee shop and hottubs.

RAMADA HOTEL -KRANJSKA GORA

PRICE INCLUDES Meals as stated | Luxury coach and ferry travel throughout | Door to Door collection* | | Full holiday itinerary | Free holiday insurance option


The Rhine Valley is a land of myths and legends where ancient castles crown the hillsides above enchanting riverside

towns. This captivating holiday features the Rhine in Flamesspectacular when fireworks and curtains of fire bathe the riverbanks

and landmarks in a magical red glow as a flotilla of illuminated boatsglide by. Holiday includes dinner and breakfast on the overnight ferries.

Thursday. We travel to Hull for our overnight ferry to Rotterdam enjoying dinner,entertainment and breakfast on board.Friday. We make our way to magical Assmannhausen and check into our hotel. Saturday. Relish a relaxing day at leisure – perhaps take a sightseeing cruise on the Rhine. Enjoy an early dinner before an extraordinary evening! We set off to Koblenz where a truly spectacular firework display kicks off this breathtaking event.Eighty ships will glide from the vineyards, floating past romantic castles, gracefulpalaces, quaint half-timbered houses and riverside promenades, all bathed in fireand light. The final dazzling pyrotechnic display will take place against a backdrop ofstirring music. Unforgettable!Sunday. Another treat as we head to the popular resort of Rudesheim. Perhapsexplore the historical treasures such as the tenth century Bromserburg Castle.Monday. We say auf weidersehn and head north to our ferry back to Hull withdinner, entertainment and breakfast on board.Tuesday. We make our way home.

6Days

only£449

Dinner, B&B | Luxury coach and ferry travel throughout | Door to Door collection* | Full holiday itinerary | Free holiday insurance optionPRICE INCLUDES

Holiday code: MCASLS


Your Holiday ItineraryWednesday. We head to Hull for our overnight ferry to the continent enjoyingdinner, entertainment and breakfast on board.

Thursday. We continue to our overnight dinner, bed and breakfast hotel.

Friday. Today we proceed to Slovenia and check in to the Ramada Hotel inKranjska Gora for four night’s dinner, bed and breakfast.

Saturday. Look forward to a guided walking tour of Ljubljana. Five millennia ofhistory have been lovingly preserved in this fascinating city where sights includethe Cathedral of St Nicholas, Bishop’s Palace and the quirky Triple Bridge.

Sunday. A day at leisure to explore your fairytale surroundings.

Monday. A treat today as we head firstly to the Postojna Caves, an atmosphericunderworld of stalactites and stalagmites where you’ll be amazed at the spectacle.Afterwards, we take our seats for a display by the world famous LipizzanerStallions.

Tuesday. We journey to our overnight dinner, bed and breakfast hotel.

Wednesday. We continue to our ferry back to Hull enjoying dinner, entertainmentand breakfast on board.

Thursday. We make our way home.

6 DAYS ONLY £449Thu 6 Aug

The traditional three star Lamm Hotel is ideallysituated on the promenade overlooking theRhine.


River view supplement £10


Slovenia




Monday. We head to Hull for our overnight ferry to the continent enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfaston board.

Tuesday. We continue to France where we have a dinner,bed and breakfast stop.

Wednesday. We travel to pretty Canillo and check intothe impressive Hotel Ski Plaza for our six nightdinner, bed and breakfast stay.

Thursday. Look forward to an excursion to the capital of Andorra La Vella, home tobreathtaking Romanesque architecture such asthe Casa de la Vall fortified house, the SantEsteve church and the restored Russians’Tower.

Friday. A day at leisure to explore Canillo’sold town with its twelfth century Sant Joan deCaselles church or maybe hop aboard the

cable car to Grandvalira.

Saturday. A memorable day as we journey to Barcelona, home

to Gaudi’s astounding LaSagrada Familia cathedral,where we enjoy a guidedtour of the city’shighlights. Stroll down

Las Ramblas, the city’s vibrant boulevard full of streetmusicians and living statues. Wander through the GothicQuarter with its snaking streets and haunting architecturewhere you’ll find tiny bars tucked into little nooks andcrannies or simply relax on the beach.

Sunday. With commentary and insight from a local guide,we cross the border into Spain to La Seu d’Urgell, ahistorically important town in the Catalan Pyrenees. Fromhere we continue to Puigcerda before calling at the classicFrench Pyrenees ski resort of Font Romeu. Our return toAndorra takes in Port d’Envalira, the highest surfaced pass inthe region.

Monday. Our first treat today is our visit to the parish of Ordino, renowned for the grand mansions that oncehoused the Town Elders and the handsome church with itselegant bell tower. After time to look around, we move onto La Massana, home to Coma Pedrosa, the highestmountain in Andorra.

Tuesday. Bidding farewell to Andorra, we return to Francefor our dinner, bed and breakfast stop.

Wednesday. We travel to our ferry back to Hull with dinner,entertainment and breakfast on board.

Thursday. We make our way home.

Nestling on the borders of France and Spain in the heart of the spectacular Pyrenees, the principality of Andorra

features sumptuous scenery and Romanesque architecture. Our itinerary allows time to enjoy Andorra as well as

visiting Barcelona, a beautiful city with a swathe of sandy beach and exploring the mighty Pyrenees, a line of rugged

mountains stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea.

Andorra,Barcelona &the Pyrenees

Rudesheim

Andorra


Barcelona



Nestling in the typical Pyrenean village of Canillo,the sumptuous five star Hotel Ski Plaza is dec-orated in traditional Alpine style. Guests enjoycomplimentary wine† with dinner and free entryto the leisure complex opposite.

HOTEL SKI PLAZA -CANILLO

Holiday code: MCCASS

11 DAYS FROM £759

Dinner, B&B

Wine with dinner in resort†





PRICE INCLUDES

Mon 1 Jun £759

Mon 27 Jul £779

Mon 12 Oct £759


11Days

from£759


Tuesday. We travel to Hull for our overnight ferryenjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast onboard.

Wednesday. We make our way to our overnightdinner, bed and breakfast stop in the continent.

Thursday. Continuing to Wroclaw, we checkinto the Best Western Q Hotel for dinner, bedand breakfast. The afternoon is at leisure toexplore.

Friday. Our adventure continues as we headto Krakow where we enjoy an afternoonguided walking tour taking in the lower part

of the city with its vast market squarebordered by elegant residences, fam-

ous Cloth Hall and the RenaissancePalace. We finish at the Wawel

Hill area of the city where weexplore the remarkablecathedral which housesthe tombs of kings andpoets. Afterwards, wecheck in to the Cam-panile Krakow Hotelfor our three nightstay.

Saturday. Free day to continue exploring Krakow – a citydeclared a World Heritage Site thanks to its abundance ofwell-preserved monuments. Interesting landmarks includethe fourteenth century St Mary’s Basilica and OskarSchindler’s factory.

Sunday. Today we head to Auschwitz where we take in aguided walking tour of this moving memorial and museum.From here, we move on to Wieliczka for a guided tour ofthe astonishing salt mines. Spread over nine levels, thesemines feature works of art, altars and statues sculpted insalt over the centuries by superstitious miners.

Monday. We say goodbye to Poland and journey to Praguewhere we are treated to an afternoon guided walking tourof this Bohemian city. We check in to the Hotel Ametyst forour two night stay.

Tuesday. Continue exploring Prague at your own pace.Marvel at Prague Castle, founded in the ninth century andbe amazed by the baroque St Nicholas Church with itscopper dome and belfry. Stroll the Gothic Old Town,wander around fabled Wenceslas Square and listen to thestreet musicians as you cross iconic Charles Bridge.

Wednesday. We travel to our dinner, bed and breakfasthotel.

Thursday. We head for our ferry back to Hull, enjoyingdinner, entertainment and breakfast on board.

Friday. We journey home after a truly memorable holiday.


This unique holiday presents an intriguing blend of living history, sophisticated sightseeingand touching tributes. Known as the Polish Venice, beautiful Wroclaw features a networkof canals and ornate bridges spanning the city. In medieval Krakow you’ll find aRenaissance Palace and a remarkable cathedral which houses the tombs of kings andpoets. An emotive visit to the Nazi concentration camp, Auschwitz followed by a tourof the salt mines in Wieliczka concludes our time in Poland. Moving on to the CzechRepublic, with its glorious towers and palaces reflecting in the shimmering River Vlatava,beautiful Prague has been nicknamed the City of a Hundred Spires. The historical pearl ofEurope, Prague boasts museums, theatres and trendy jazz clubs, making it a magnet for tourists. Indeed, it hasrecently been ranked number five on TripAdvisor’s list of best destinations.

Holiday code: MCKRPS

Krakow

Prague

Krakow

Cracking Krakow & Proud Prague



INCLUDES GUIDED

WALKING TOURSOF KRAKOW,AUSCHWITZ,

SALT MINES ANDPRAGUE

11Days

from£849

TOURINGHOLIDAY

Dinner, B&B





PRICE INCLUDES

Tue 7 Jul £899 Tue 6 Oct £849

11 DAYS FROM £849

You will be staying in quality, en suiteaccommodation in a series of hotels ideallylocated for our excursion programme. Pleasesee itinerary for details.

Your HotelsSingle room supplement £180


Sunday. We head to Hull for our overnight ferry to thecontinent enjoying dinner, entertainment and breakfast

on board.

Monday. We continue to France where we have adinner, bed and breakfast stop.

Tuesday. Today we proceed into Spain to thefabulous Calella Palace Hotel for our twelvenight stay.

Wednesday & Thursday. Two free days torelax, enjoy your hotels extensive facilities orexplore at your own pace.

Friday. We make our way to Salou, located inneighbouring Costa Dorada. This popular resortis home to the Paseo de Las Palmeres, a bustling

avenue running parallel to Levant Beach featuringmodernist architecture and symbolic

monuments.

Saturday. Day at leisure – perhapsvisit Dalmau Park with its pine-

woods and fountains – a lovelyspot to unwind and enjoynature.

Sunday. Tossa de Mar isour treat today – a

jewel in this rugged coastline where you might like to people-watch over a glass of wine in one of the pavement bars.

Monday. Another do your own thing day-maybe strollthrough the narrow streets of the historic quarter to visit theneoclassical church of Santa Maria and the fourteenth centuryCasa del Salvadors.

Tuesday. Holiday highlight today as we make our way tobeautiful Barcelona. A must-see attraction is Gaudi’s awe-inspiring La Sagrada Familia cathedral. Stroll down Las Ram-blas, the city’s vibrant boulevard full of street musicians andwander through the Gothic Quarter with its snaking streets,haunting architecture and atmospheric nooks and crannies.

Wednesday. Free day to relax in the sun, swim in the pool orstroll along the promenade.

Thursday. We venture out to Girona. Explore the Old Town,relax on a terrace or wander along the historic city walls.

Friday & Saturday. Last two days at leisure to top of your tanor shop for souvenirs.

Sunday. It’s adios to Calella as we make our way to France forour overnight dinner, bed and breakfast stop.

Monday. We travel to our ferry back to Hull enjoying dinner,entertainment and breakfast on board.

Tuesday. We make our way home.

Spain’s magnificent Costa Brava is a spectacular coastal region with pavement cafés, Blue Flagbeaches and a palm-fringed promenade. This blissful holiday is based in Calella, a tourist hub withgolden sands and narrow streets filled with traditional tapas bars, souvenir shops and chicboutiques. Hop aboard the mini-train that circles the town or meander along the sparklingMediterranean waterfront. Calella’s historic quarter huddles around the church of Santa Maria whichfeatures a baroque front flanked by sculptures of the twelve apostles. Other notable landmarks includea nineteenth century lighthouse that was built on the site of an ancient defence tower whilst the resort’s museum chartsthe town’s history from pre-Roman times. Our intriguing itinerary takes us to cultural Girona, pretty Tossa de Mar,cosmopolitan Barcelona and stylish Salou.

Sunshine on the Costa Brava

Dinner, B&B





PRICE INCLUDES

Sun 19 Apr Sun 27 Sep

17 DAYS ONLY £999

Located metres from the beach, this superb fourstar hotel boasts indoor and outdoor pools, arooftop sun terrace, whirlpool, games room, air-conditioning and live entertainment.

Holiday code: MCCOSS

Salou

Barcelona


17Days

CALELLA PALACE HOTEL

Calella


NEW

Please note that the local Cataloniantourism tax of a total of €7 must be paiddirectly to the hotel in resort. We regretwe are unable to include this charge.

only£999




Lido diJesolo &Venice

8Days

from£739


Located on the Venetian Riviera, the gorgeous resort of Lido di Jesolo boastsmiles of golden sands lapped by the rolling waves of the Adriatic and bordered bya charming promenade. Hop aboard a pleasure cruiser for a sail along the coastand take in its beauty from the crystal sea. Perhaps play a round of mini-golf orsimply relax in a pavement café with a glass of the local tipple, peach Bellini andwatch the world go by. Away from the sparkling waterfront, the enchanting oldtown of Jesolo has lively piazzas bordered by inviting trattorias that burst into lifein the evenings. We venture out to Venice, arguably the most romantic city onearth with its gondola-filled canals, grand old palazzos and bridges. We also visitthe pretty walled city of Treviso and breathtaking Roncade’s Castle where weindulge in some wine tasting!

Mon 11 May Mon 14 Sep

Sea view supplement £40 Single room supplement £75

HOTEL MANILA - LIDO DI JESOLOThe delightful Hotel Manila overlooks the glittering Adriatic Sea and has its own private beach, and outdoor pool. It is close to the pedestrian walkway where you’ll find fantastic shops and bustling bars.

Holiday code: AEITLI

If you’re still itching to get about, freestyleexploration is easy with a range of excursionsavailable for purchase locally. Perhaps catch thelocal bus to Punta Sabbioni and board the ferry to

Venice or the colourful island of Burano. Head toMurano and watch craftsmen fashion moltenbaubles of glass into intricate ornaments or travelfurther afield to beautiful Verona or Lake Garda.

Out and About

DEPART ARRIVELeeds Bradford 07:20

Venice (Marco Polo) 11:25

Venice (Marco Polo) 10:50


Flights provided by Jet2. Transfer time to resort 30 minutes.

ESCORTED

INCLUDES EXCURSION TOVENICE, TREVISO,RONCADES CASTLE

WITH WINE TASTING

Dinner, B&B | Return flights with seat reservation | Baggage allowance of 22kg | Resort transfers | Door to Door collection*| Holiday escort | Excursions as stated | Free holiday insurance optionPRICE INCLUDES



8 DAYS FROM £739

HALFBOARD


LAMM HOTEL – ASSMANNHAUSEN

Cyprus8&15Days

from£899 Basking in year round sunshine, this sparkling jewel of the Mediterranean is an island of

legends with a sense of timelessness. Over 10,000 years of history has seen civilisationscome and go and leave their mark. Indeed, the Goddess of Love, Aphrodite, made herhome here. Sitting at the crossroads of three continents – Europe, Africa and Asia.Cyprus is a unique blend of eclectic cultures and ancient charm. Beach lovers will bespoiled for choice whilst history buffs will be in their element with Roman theatres,temples and tombs as well as Neolithic sites making Cyprus one huge open-airmuseum – as well as a sun-soaked holiday resort.

THE ROYAL APOLLONIA HOTEL – LIMASSOLThis five star hotel is set within landscapes gardens with mountains to the north and below you is sparklingMediterranean. The hotel overlooks the beach and is within walking distance from the shops, restaurants andbar of Limassols tourist area. The hotel boasts an impressive selection of facilities which include an a la carterestaurant, a fabulous island shaped outdoor pool, sauna, steam room, gym, whirlpool and tennis courts.

Holiday code: AECYPR

Visit the fascinating Tombs of the Kings necropolis,explore the ancient Kingdom of Kourion, one of themost impressive archaeological sites in Cyprus, orhead to Larnaca home to the crypt of Lazarus. Explorethe atmospheric interior where the mystique ofCyprus is embedded in the well-preserved Greek

and Roman ruins as well as the Crusader fortresses.Discover old wine-producing villages with winding,cobbled streets and gaze upwards at tinywhitewashed churches perched precariously onhillsides. Freestyle excursions can be booked inresort.

Out and About

Departing Leeds Bradford Airport/ Newcastle Airport

Wed 15 Apr

Wed 13 May

Sat 30 May

Wed 3 Jun

Wed 1 Jul

Wed 26 Aug

Wed 7 Sep

SUMMER SUN

Dinner, B&B | Return flights with seat reservation | Baggage allowance of 22kg | Fast Track Security† | Executive Lounge Pass†

Resort transfers | Local representative in resort | Door to Door collection* | Free holiday insurance optionPRICE INCLUDES



79Tel 01924 895849 for more information or to book your holiday today. †Holidays of 15 days only

DEPART ARRIVELeeds Bradford 09:15Paphos 16:55

Paphos 15:55Leeds Bradford 20.05

DEPART ARRIVENewcastle 09:30 Paphos 17:15

Paphos 16:15Newcastle 20.25

Flights provided by Jet2. Transfer time to Limassol is 20 minutes.

FAST TRACK

SECURITY†

EXECUTIVELOUNGEPASS†

HALFBOARD

8 DAYS FROM £899 Departing Leeds Bradford Airport/ Newcastle Airport

Wed 15 Apr

Wed 13 May

Sat 30 May

Wed 3 Jun

Wed 1 Jul

Wed 26 Aug

Wed 7 Sep

15 DAYS FROM £1399

No single room supplement April (subject to availability) May - Sep from £46pppn. Superior sea view (twin) from £6pppn

LAMM HOTEL – ASSMANNHAUSEN

Malta8&15Days

from£849


Located in the midst of the Mediterranean, Malta is surrounded by crystal clearwaters and blessed with year round sunshine. So much more than just a sunshinegetaway, Malta has history at every turn and presents a beautiful setting for a memorable holiday. Its historic capital, Valletta, known as “The Fortress City”, is home to a fascinating war museum, splendid baroque architecture, an open-airtheatre and magnificent Grand Harbour, a truly breathtaking natural marina. Inlandyou’ll find medieval Mdina, “The Silent City” with a history dating back more thanfour thousand years and Rabat, an ancient town full of cultural heritage.

Holiday code: AEMAL

Few countries have such a rich and concentratedheritage as the Maltese Islands, perhaps hop on aboat to visit the sister islands of Gozo andComino. There are many exciting sightseeingopportunities available during your stay, examples

include: Highlights of Malta, Malta by night,Wartime Malta and a two markets away day. Tourswill be available to book from your representativein resort.

Out and About

SUMMER SUN

Dinner, B&B | Return flights with seat reservation | Baggage allowance of 20kg** | Fast Track Security† | Executive Lounge Pass†

Resort transfers | Local representative in resort | Door to Door collection* | Free holiday insurance optionPRICE INCLUDES



HOTEL FORTINA – SLIEMA This outstanding four star hotel commands a superb central location on Sliema’s waterfront andguests can ‘Dine Around’ each evening offering a wide selection of cuisine from around theworld. The hotel boasts impressive facilities which include both indoor and outdoor swimmingpools, Jacuzzi, gym and sauna. Includes one free spa sante session and two fifteen minutethalasso treatments. Per person bookable in resort, conditions apply.

FAST TRACK

SECURITY†

EXECUTIVELOUNGEPASS†

Departing Leeds Bradford / Newcastle Airport

Sat 30 May

Sat 13 Jun

Sat 4 Jul

Sat 11 Jul

Sat 22 Aug

Sat 29 Aug

Sat 10 Oct

DEPART ARRIVELeeds Bradford 06:45 Malta 12:05

Malta 11:20Leeds Bradford 14:45

DEPART ARRIVENewcastle 16:10Malta 21:25

Malta 20:45 Newcastle 00:05

Flights provided by Jet2/Easyjet. Transfer time to resort 25 minutes.

8 DAYS FROM £849 Departing Leeds Bradford / Newcastle Airport

Sat 30 May

Sat 13 Jun

Sat 4 Jul

Sat 11 Jul

Sat 22 Aug

Sat 29 Aug

Sat 10 Oct

15 DAYS FROM £1299

Single garden view from £11pppn. Single sea view from £16pppn. Twin sea view from £5pppn

HALFBOARD‘DINE

AROUND’

†Holidays of 15 days only.** Passengers travelling with JET2 from Leeds Bradford Airport baggage allowance is 22kg

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Sail off into the sunset...from your own front doorA handpicked collection of cruises brought to you by GLENTONWe are delighted to present our splendid collection of dream holidays on the ocean waves. Whether you fancy discovering

distinguished cities like St Petersburg, setting sail for the sunny Azores, taking in the incomparable scenery of the Norwegian fjords

or relaxing on a scintillating sojourn in home waters, we’re sure you’ll find something here to get you reaching for your passport.

Once again, we’re working closely with our carefully chosen cruise partners – Cruise & Maritime Voyages and Fred. Olsen -

to bring you an unbeatable choice of cruises. So why not put your feet up and savour the marvellous variety of cruise holidays on

the following pages?

We are delighted to once again team up with Cruise & Maritime Voyages, Britain’s newest privately owned cruise line. Like us, our partners at Cruise & Maritime Voyages believe in a more traditional cruising experience based on friendly, attentive service, well planned

itineraries and the highest quality of catering and entertainment on board.

About Cruise & Maritime Voyages

The Olsen family’s sailing experience goes back over a century and that shows in everything theydo. The company’s stylish contemporary ships are big enough to provide all the facilities you

could possibly desire, yet small enough to take you right to the heart of some of the world’s mostbreathtaking ports and cities.

About Fred. Olsen

GO ALL INCLUSIVEUpgrade to Fred. Olsen’s All Inclusive Drinks Package for just £10 per person per day! Choose from a selection of beer,wine, soft drinks and house spirits whilst on board Boudicca or Black Watch. If you wish to go All Inclusive, you must adviseus at the time of booking and purchase a package for the entire duration of your cruise. Terms and conditions apply.

PRESENTING BOUDICCA PRESENTING BLACK WATCHThis sleek, sophisticated shipjoined our programme lastyear and proved an instant hitwith our passengers. BlackWatch offers an intimateambience and truly refinedelegance throughout her im-pressively furnished loungesand restaurant areas. Fully stabilised, this classy vessel holds upto eight hundred passengers and promises friendly, efficientservice on every journey. Splash in the pool, hit the golf nets orvisit the spa. When night falls enjoy live cabaret or a nightcap ina choice of bars.

A world class ship with alight and airy design,Boudicca creates a sense ofwarmth and welcome fromthe moment you embark.Large windows light up thestylish interior whilst agenerous teak promenadedeck gives a wonderful sense of space and freedom for up to eight hundred passengers. This friendly, intimate ship is a firm favourite with our clients. By day, relax by the pool. By night, hit the cabaret, chat over cocktails or have a flutter in the casino.

PRESENTING AZORES PRESENTING MARCO POLOWith her handsome trad-itional profile, teak decksand distinctive dark bluehull, magnificent MarcoPolo is a fully stabilised andair conditioned classicocean liner. Accommo-dating up to eight hundredpassengers, she boasts eight passenger decks, a choice ofrestaurants and a fantastic programme of world classentertainment. To keep you busy there is an outdoor pool,wellness centre and library. Drinks can be enjoyed in the MarcoPolo Lounge, the elegant Captain’s Club or Scotts Bar.

New to the Cruise &Maritime fleet for 2015 isthe alluring and intimateAzores, a classic ship withunderstated style andelegance. With a hand-some profile and a trad-itional walk round prom-enade deck, the Azores was originally built as a trans-Atlanticliner and has recently been restored to a beautiful premiumrated cruise ship. Her enhanced facilities spanning eight desksinclude two restaurants, five comfortable lounges and bars, pluscasino, cinema, boutiques, health and fitness centre andoutdoor pool.



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Friday. From local joining points we journey to Hull to board the Azores where loads of fun and

entertainment await you. Once on board there is time to explore this marvellous shipbefore it sets sail late afternoon. In theevening, look forward to a sumptuousdinner prepared by expert chefs andserved in stylish surroundings. After-wards, head to the show lounge for thecabaret or sip a cocktail in one of the comfortable bars before retiring toyour en suite cabin.

Saturday. Awake refreshed and enjoy a hearty break-fast onboard before disembarkation. For those on thetwo day option, the coach will head north calling inhistoric Cambridge and return to the local areas midevening. Those choosing the three day tour will enjoysome leisure time before checking in at our goodquality hotel on the outskirts of London where weinclude dinner.

Sunday. After breakfast we take a morning guided coachtour of London showcasing some of the world’s mostfamous landmarks. Once we’ve seen the sights there’s alittle free time before we begin our journey home.


Return coach travel from selected joining points

1 night in an en suite cabin aboard Azores

1 night in quality hotel D,B&B (3 day holidays only)

Full board meals and snacks as stated



PRICE INCLUDESFri 17 Jul

Inside cabin from £189 Outside cabin from £229

3 DAYS FROM £189

Fri 17 Jul

Inside cabin from £129 Outside cabin from £149

2 DAYS FROM £129

Holiday code: OCAZ514

Azores

LondonCambridge

2Days

from£129

3Days

from£189

This overnight mini cruise is a fantastic introduction to cruising. A delicious five course dinner, stylishbig show entertainment, cabaret and late night disco are all included as you sail south from Hull toLondon Tilbury. Disembark after breakfast then return north by coach, making a leisure stop in historicCambridge. Alternatively, you could choose to make a weekend of it and stay with us for dinner, bedand breakfast and enjoy a sightseeing tour of London with a little free time in the capital beforeheading for home.

A Taste of Ocean Cruising on our greatvalue “coach & cruise” mini break!

Summer Sun Party CruiseSail from Hull to London Tilbury aboard Azores

Join from North East: Chester-le-Street, Durham, Middlesborough, Morpeth, Newcastle, Stockton-on-Tees, Sunderland, Washington

Join from Yorkshire: Bradford, Castleford, Dewsbury, Leeds, Normanton, Ossett, Pontefract, Wakefield

London Eye

In order to ensure a speedy check-in aboard your cruise ship, please take an overnight bag that you carry on board. Please note a valid passport is required. In order to minimise travellingtime coach seat numbers will be confirmed with your travel tickets. Azores operates cashless systems on board and all incidental expenses will be charged to your account. A gratuity of £5

will be debited to your account automatically; this charge is discretionary and can be amended by contacting Reception on the ship.

Single supplement £60


Holiday Highlights

From the rail of Azores enjoy the kaleidoscope of awe-inspiringfjordland scenery where greenhills, waterfalls and snow-cappedmountains are truly spectacular.Visits to picturesque towns andidylic fjord villages promise a hostof exciting experiences and withits colourful Hanseatic waterfront,Bergen is the perfect end to yourcruise.

Hardangerfjord, Eidfjord, Sognefjord,Flam, Gudvangen, Olden, Helleylt,Geiranger, Bergen9

DaysSat 27 Jun


Bergen

Holiday Highlights

Geysers, glaciers, lava flows andvolcanic craters, mud pools,waterfalls and geothermal hotsprings, Iceland has one of theworld’s most dynamic landscapes.You’ll step ashore in four ports ofcall as you circumnavigate the“Land of Fire and Ice”. Theremote Faroe Islands, Shetlandand Orkney are stepping stonesin the North Atlantic on thisvoyage.

Faroe Islands, Eskifjordur, Akureyri,Isafjordur, Reykjavik, Westmann Isles,Shetland Isles, Orkney Islands

13Days

Sun 5 Jul


Reykjavic

Door to Door*Free holiday insurance option

PRICE INCLUDES

Holiday Highlights

Beautiful landscapes, rich heri-tage, ancient traditions andinteresting cultures are the treas-ures waiting to be discovered onthis circumnavigation of theBritish Isles. Visit far-flung townsand villages and uncover tales offascinating folklore. To furtherenhance this cruise the last portof call is beautiful Honfleur inFrance.

London Tilbury, Invergordon,Stornaway, Isle of Mull, Dublin, Isles of Scilly, Guernsey, Honfleur

11Days

Fri 17 Jul



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Guernsey

Iceland &NorthernIslandsSail from Hullaboard Azores

British IslesDiscoverySail from Hullaboard Azores

Holiday Highlights

With visits to six fantastic citiesincluding an overnight stay in St Petersburg, this cruise brings you the best of the everpopular Baltic. In just one voyageyou can visit world famousmuseums and art galleries, ornatechurches, opulent palaces andstroll through beautiful parks.Enjoy the amazing kaleidoscopeof history, heritage, colour andculture.

Copenhagen, Berlin, Tallinn, St Petersburg, Stockholm, Kiel Canal

13Days

Mon 15 Jun


St Petersburg

Baltic Cities & St.PetersburgSail from Hull aboardAzores

FjordlandSplendourSail from Hullaboard Azores

A Door to Door* Tour A Door to Door* Tour



A Door to Door* Tour A Door to Door* Tour


*See page 6 for Door to Door detailsDoor to Door*


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Holiday Highlights

A showcase of Imperial Russia, St. Petersburg promises to be a highlight on this fascinatingcruise exploring the rich historyand heritage around the shores of the Baltic Sea. Enjoy thecharms of Scandinavian capitals,atmospheric Hanseatic cities anda leisurely transit of the KielCanal.

Kiel Canal, Warnemunde, Tallinn, St.Petersburg, Helsinki, Stockholm,Copenhagen 13

DaysSat 6 Jun

Holiday code: OCMP514

Copenhagen

Holiday Highlights

An exciting circumnavigation ofthis extraordinary country intro-duces an amazing landscape ofvast ice caps, volcanoes, water-falls, mud pools and geysers. This fascinating cruise combinesall this together with a visit to the beautiful Faroe Islands andtwo of Scotland’s most isolatedyet fascinating island archipel-agos.

Faroe Islands, Eskifjordur, Akureyri,Isafjordur, Reykjavik, WestermannIslands, Shetland Islands, OrkneyIslands, Invergordon

13Days

Mon 25 May

Holiday code: OCMP513

Reykjavic

Holiday Highlights

Discover the incredible naturalbeauty of the Norwegian Fjordscruising to Bergen to begin yourholiday with a one-off con-gregation of all four Fred. Olsenships. A cruise to Norway’smajestic fjordland promises theultimate natural experience. Soar-ing mountains, hidden valleys,foaming waterfalls and deepfjords are all part of the stun-ning canvas created by MotherNature.

Bergen, Alesund, Geirangerfjord,Hellesylt, Olden

8Days

Sun 26 Jul

Holiday code: OCBO1517

Fjord

Iceland &Northern IslesSail from Newcastleaboard Marco Polo

Glaciers, Fjords& Waterfalls of NorwaySail from Newcastleaboard Boudicca

Holiday Highlights

Soak up the glorious sunshine ofthe Azores, Canaries and Madeirafrom the comfort of the Boudicca.Prepare to chill out on thegorgeous beaches of the Azoresand relax in a haven of lush greenhills and beautiful lakes. Marvel atfloral Funchal before continuingto the sun-kissed Canaries.The final port of call is Lisbon,Portugal's delightful capitalwhere a wealth of history awaits.

The Azores, Funchal, Tenerife,Lanzarote, Lisbon

12Days

Sun 20 Sep

Holiday code: OCBO1521

Madeira

Azores, Canary Islands& Madeira Sail from Newcastleaboard Boudicca

Baltic Cities & StPetersburgSail from Newcastleaboard Marco Polo




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Holiday Highlights

Set sail for the sun, sea and sandsof Morocco to discover theunique architectural mix in vibrantCasablanca before heading tothree of the sun-drenched CanaryIslands including San Sebastian inLa Gomera - an historic islandwith links to Christopher Colum-bus. There’s a chance to exploreFunchal's wonderful botanicalgardens in Madeira and enjoy atipple in Portugal at Oporto, theworld's fortified wine capital.

Casablanca, San Sebastian, GranCanaria, Tenerife, Funchal, Oporto

15Days

Sun 28 Jun

Holiday code: OCBW1510

Oporto

Holiday Highlights

Off we head to Dublin where youwill enjoy an overnight stay,taking in the unique sights and sounds of one of the most vibrant, interesting andexciting cities in Europe.Renowned for its mix ofarchitecture, perhaps stroll alongthe River Liffey and take in thesights before heading to themarkets to sample the traditionaltaste of Dublin.

Dublin4Days

Fri 8 May


Dublin

Holiday Highlights

Escape the cold, dark days ofDecember and enjoy a sun-drenched festive period in theCanaries and Madeira. After anunforgettable Christmas in sunnySpain you will sail to Fuerteven-tura to enjoy a relaxing BoxingDay on the beaches of Puerto delRosario. Prepare to bring in 2016whilst cruising the Canariesbefore welcoming the arrival ofthe New Year with an overnightstay at the island of Madeira.

Cadiz, Fuerteventura, La Gomera,Gran Canaria, Tenerife, La Palma,Funchal

17Days

Sun 20 Dec2015


Madeira

Dublin MiniCruiseSail from Liverpoolaboard Black Watch

ChristmasCanary Islands& FunchalSail from Liverpoolaboard Black Watch

Holiday Highlights

Off we head for the sundrenchedshores of Portugal, Madeira andthe Azores. First stop is theAzores where you can bask in theambience of some true naturalbeauty. Next you will sail toMadeira to discover the fabulousflora of Funchal before glidingonwards to Lisbon, Portugal'svibrant capital. The final port ofcall is Leixoes for trips to Oporto- a city famous for it's port wineproduction.

Praia da Vitoira, Ponta Delgada,Funchal, Lisbon, Leixoes

14Days

Sat1 Aug


Lisbon

PortugueseCities &IslandsSail from Liverpoolaboard Black Watch

Casablanca & the CanaryIslesSail from Liverpoolaboard Black Watch





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The Terms and Conditions of this Insurance areas per the Certificate of Insurance only and thesummary of cover and benefits below does notform part of the contract of insurance betweenthe Insured and the Insurer.

This insurance cover has been designed toprotect our holidaymakers against the vastmajority of problems that may occur on holiday.However, in common with all policies of thistype, it is impossible to cover against everyeventuality. Therefore, to serve as a guide only,we have set-out below a summary of theprincipal cover and benefits provided under theinsurance. We strongly recommend that youread this carefully before booking to decideyourself whether the cover is adequate for yourneeds but please remember that the full Termsand Conditions of this policy are contained onthe Certificate of Insurance sent to you withyour Confirmation Invoice. Non-permanentresidents of the UK are not covered by themedical and repatriation sections of this policy.

Please read the policy carefully and callTowergate Chase Parkinson if you are in anydoubt whatsoever about your own particularcircumstances.

Limits of Cover, Per Person:-

Cancellation – £2,000

Cancellation due to specified causes as detailedwithin the travel insurance document eg:-

a) death, injury or illness as certified by a doctor,summons for jury service or as a compulsorywitness in a court of law (other than in the lineof duty) to be undertaken during the Periodof Insurance, redundancy qualifying forpayment under the current RedundancyLegislation, etc.

b) unavoidable delay exceeding 12 hours atfinal point of departure from the UK as aresult of failure or disruption of the pre-booked public transport service in which theInsured was to depart from the UK.

Medical/Emergency Repatriation Expenses-£1,000,000

Includes repatriation by air ambulance wheremedically necessary and with prior approval ofthe Insurers or the 24 hour emergency medicalservice. Includes 24 Hour Medical EmergencyService – £2,000.

Curtailment - £2,000

Up to £2,000 following Insurers admittingliability for a claim under the Medical Expensesor Repatriation Sections.

Reimbursement of a pro-rata amount of thetotal pre-paid travel and accommodation costs.Hospital Benefit is paid in addition to any claimfor doctor’s bills, hospital bills, etc under theMedical Expenses section.

Luggage and Personal Money – £1,500

Limit £200 any one item, pair or set.Limit £200 jewellery, photographic equipmentetc.Limit £100 money.Provided the Insured takes reasonable care andreports any loss or damage.

Delayed Luggage – Up to £100Up to £50 for purchase of essential items if yourluggage is delayed by the Carrier for each full 24 hours.

Personal Liability – £1,000,000Personal Accident – £10,000 In respect of accidental bodily injury resulting indeath, loss of eye(s), limb(s), or permanent totaldisablement.

Delayed Departure – £100If departure of initial outward journey from theUK or final return journey to the UK is delayeddue to failure or disruption of pre-bookedpublic transport the Insurers will pay £20 for thefirst 12 hours of delay and £10 for eachsubsequent 12 hours up to a maximum of £100in all.

Missed Departure – £500Covering additional transport costs due tomissing the pre-booked departure due to failureor disruption of pre-booked public transport.

ExcessesA £50 excess applies to each and every claimfor each insured person.

24 Hour Emergency AssistanceThe insurance includes a 24-hour English-speaking emergency telephone line, to helpprovide peace of mind if you ever need help orassistance. Non UK residents are not coveredby this policy.

Demands and NeedsThis travel insurance policy will suit theDemands and Needs of an individual or groupwho have no excluded pre-existing medicalconditions, are travelling to countries includedwithin the policy terms and who wish to insurethemselves against the unforeseen eventsdetailed in the cover section. Subject to termsand conditions and maximum specified claimlimit.IMPORTANT – We will not provide you withadvice about the suitability of this product foryour individual needs but we will be happy toprovide you with factual information.

To make a ClaimAll claims should be made direct to:- Towergate Chase Parkinson, P.O. Box 416, West ByfleetSurrey KT14 7YE

If you have any queries about this insuranceplease contact Towergate Chase Parkinson on0844 892 1697 who will be pleased to assist.

It is essential that you are adequately insured when you travel, so we have arrangedan insurance scheme with Towergate Chase Parkinson, a trading name of theTowergate Underwriting Group Limited which is authorised and regulated by theFinancial Conduct Authority. Your policy will be underwritten by ETI – InternationalTravel Protection.

When purchasing a GLENTON PALMER holiday you will be offered our insurance atno extra cost, but in order to take advantage of this you must “opt in” at the time ofbooking. Your Certificate of Insurance will be sent with your Holiday ConfirmationInvoice and it is your responsibility to read it carefully and call Towergate ChaseParkinson on 0844 892 1697 if you have any queries whatsoever. If for whateverreason you feel the cover is not adequate to meet your individual needs, you are freeto make your own insurance arrangements at your own expense. If after opting in tothe scheme you subsequently wish to cancel the insurance you must contact uswithin 14 days of receiving your Confirmation Invoice. Non UK residents are notcovered by this policy.

Important InformationHolidays in Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland

As long as you can answer NO to the following questions at the time of booking yourholiday there will be no need to contact Towergate Chase Parkinson and you areautomatically covered by the insurance. If you answer YES to any of these you must callTowergate Chase Parkinson on 0844 892 1697 and you may find that cover may bedeclined, restricted or excesses increased.

• Are you aware of any reason why the holiday should be cancelled or cut short?• Are you travelling against the advice of a medical practitioner?• Have you been given a terminal prognosis?

All other holiday destinations

In addition to answering NO to the three questions above, you must also satisfy thefollowing conditions which arise between the date the policy is issued and the timeof departure of the trip, together with any fact that is likely to influence theacceptance, assessment or continuance of the insurance policy. Any failure to notifyTowergate Chase Parkinson of these conditions may well invalidate your insuranceand so prevent you making a claim.

• If you have received medical treatment as a hospital day case, in-patient or out-patient during the six months prior to booking the trip you must obtain writtenconfirmation from a medical practitioner, at your own cost, that you are fitenough to travel.

• If you are undergoing medical treatment as a hospital out-patient at the time ofthe final balance of the trip is due to be paid you must obtain writtenconfirmation from a medical practitioner, at your own expense, of your fitness totravel.

• If you are on medication at the time of travel, your condition is not stable andwell controlled.

GLENTON Holidays Ltd, trading as GLENTON PALMER is an Appointed Representative of ITC Compliance Ltd which is Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).GLENTON Holidays Ltd, 30 Gordon Street, Glasgow G1 3PU.

Holiday InsuranceFree Holiday Insurance option included on GLENTON PALMER holidays

Summary of Benefits and CoverExclusive GLENTONPALMER Cover• No Age Restrictions

• Straight forward Claims Handling

• Terms and conditions apply. See importantinformation below


GLENTON PALMER Terms & Conditions

1. Your Bookinga. Deposits and Final PaymentsDeposit payments are non-refundable and as follows:Holiday type Per person Balance DueUK & Ireland Coach Holidays £35 28 days Inclusive Theatre Break £50 28 days European Coach Holidays £100 28 days All Ocean Cruises £150 98 days Air Holidays From £200 98 days

Please make cheques payable to GLENTON PALMER or to thetravel agent you book through. If you pay GLENTON PALMERby credit card then a charge of 2% will apply (travel agentcharges may vary). We regret we are unable to accept cheques asdeposits for air holidays as flights are purchased at the time ofbooking and we therefore require cleared funds. Furthermore,deposits may be varied depending on the airline and / or countryyou are travelling to. You will be advised of the deposit amountpayable at the time of booking.b. Late BookingsBookings made within balance due must be paid in full at thetime of booking.c. Final Travel DetailsWe will forward your travel documents and informationapproximately 10 days prior to departure.

2. Cancellation of your Bookinga. Cancellation By Youi. Cancellation by you must be sent to us in writing and it will

take effect when it is received by us. Since we incur costs incancelling your arrangements, you will have to pay the applic-able cancellation charges as shown below (The cancellationcharge detailed is calculated on the basis of the total costpayable by the person(s) cancelling excluding insurancepremiums and amendment charges which are not refundablein the event of the person(s) to whom they apply cancelling).

Date Cancellation received Coach Air/Cruise98+ days before departure Deposit Only Deposit Only97 - 57 days before departure Deposit Only 60% of the price56 - 42 days before departure Deposit Only 75% of the price41 -28 days before departure Deposit Only 85% of the price27- 14 days before departure 50% of the price 85% of the price13-7 days before departure 65% of the price 100% of the price6- 1 days before departure 90% of the price 100% of the priceDay of departure or after 100% of the price 100% of the priceDay Excursions28+ days before departure loss of deposit 27 days to day of departure 100% of the price

No refunds will be made for tickets or services booked but notused, or for insurance premiums or alteration charges. Note:Certain arrangements may not be amended after they havebeen confirmed and any alteration could incur a cancellationcharge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements inaddition to the charges detailed above.ii. Should you cancel your holiday due to medical reasons and

you can support this with the documentation requested byyour insurer, you may be able to reclaim these charges, lessany excess figure, if the reason for cancellation is covered byyour holiday insurance. Advice on how to make your claim,which must be dealt directly with the Insurance Company, willbe sent together with a Cancellation Invoice following yourwritten confirmation of cancellation.

iii. If any person with whom you are sharing a room shouldcancel, and you wish to continue with your holiday asplanned, we will make every effort to transfer you to asuitable room, if available. If this is not possible, or if thisresults in any additional charges, we reserve the right to passon these charges to you, or to cancel your holiday and applythe appropriate cancellation charges.

b. If We Change or Cancel Your Holidayi. Material Alterations, Cancellations and Compensation.

Because our brochure details are prepared months inadvance it could become necessary, in certain circumstances,to change your holiday arrangements, to amend itineraries,change hotels, alter your UK airport or to cancel your holidaybecause it has failed to attract the minimum number ofpassengers required for the tour or pick-up point (ifapplicable). Often these are only minor changes, but where aMaterial Alteration or Cancellation (see point 2b.ii) becomesnecessary outside the date when full payment is due youhave the following options: (a) to continue with the holiday asamended or (b) accept an alternative holiday which we mayoffer or (c) cancel your booking and receive a prompt refundof all monies paid. A refund will become due to you if anyalternative accommodation offered to you is of a lowerstandard than previously advertised. Where a MaterialAlteration or Cancellation is notified after the date when fullpayment is due you are also entitled to compensation on thescale set out below, unless this is a result of hostilities, lock-out, political unrest, industrial disputes, adverse weatherconditions, fire, epidemic or health risk, disease outbreak orany other reason of unusual and unforeseeable circumstancesbeyond our control, the consequences of which could nothave been avoided even if all care had been exercised.

Period before Holidays where Holidays wheredeparture when a full payment is full payment ismaterial alteration due 28 days due 29 to 98 daysor cancellation is notified before departure before departure

Compensation per personMore than 84 days nil nil83 days to 28 days nil £527 days to 14 days £5 £1013 days to day of departure £10 £20

ii. Definitions of Material Alterations and Cancellations. For theabove purposes a holiday will be deemed to be MateriallyAltered or Cancelled if we make a significant change of resort,a change of accommodation to a lower standard or price, achange of departure date or a change of coach holidaydeparture point more than five miles from the original.

c. Changes to Flight TimesAs our brochure is published many months in advance any flighttimes detailed in the brochure, or in any other literature wepublish, are for guidance only. Flight times and/or schedules canchange, often with little notice, and we reserve the right tosubstitute alternative airlines, routes and times from those shown ifrequired. Such a change is not a material alteration (see section2b.ii) and will not entitle you to cancel your holiday withoutincurring a cancellation charge. Your final flight details will be sentto you with other important travel information about 10 daysbefore departure and you must check this carefully as soon as it isreceived.d. Changes to Your Booking and Amendment Charges If, after booking your holiday, you are prevented from travellingand wish to transfer the booking to another person, the companywill agree as long as the other person satisfies all the conditionsapplicable to the package, and subject to both persons acceptingjoint and several liability for full payment of the package price andthe company's charge of £10 for confirming the transfer and anyadditional costs imposed upon the company by flight or cruiseoperators or accommodation suppliers. Any transfer requestswithin 14 days of departure will however be treated as acancellation and will be subject to the scale of cancellationcharges set out in section 2a.i above. Requests for changing thebooking to another departure date, hotel, tour, or to amend yourdeparture point/travelling plans, will be treated similarly.

3. Your Holidaya. Your GLENTON PALMER PackageYour holiday includes a number of elements as stated in thebrochure. Unfortunately, we are unable to make any refunds if youchoose not to, or are unable to take any part of this package.b. Your Holiday Accommodationi. Private facilities are available at certain hotels, some at extra

cost, and this is shown in the price panel. Rooms with privatefacilities (sometimes referred to as En-Suite or PrivateBathroom) have bath and/or shower and WC, and some roomsmay have a washbasin in the bedroom rather than in the WCor bathroom.

ii. There is no supplement for a limited number of soleoccupancy rooms available at the majority of our UK mainlandhotels. However, hotels may allow the use of additional roomsfor single occupancy and these rooms, where available, willoften carry a supplement.

iii. Lower floor rooms are defined as rooms on the ground or firstfloor. We make no extra charge for the limited numberavailable and although every effort is made to comply withyour wishes we accept no liability for failure to provide such arequest and cannot accept bookings which are conditionalupon us fulfilling this request.

iv. Any special requests (eg special diets, low floor or adjoiningrooms) must be made at the time of booking and printed inthe relevant section of the confirmation invoice issued byGLENTON PALMER to you or your travel agent. If, forwhatever reason, this is missing you must contact usimmediately otherwise the information will not be passed onto the relevant suppliers. Whilst every effort is made to complywith your wishes we cannot guarantee that such requests willbe granted or that your accommodation will be able toprovide the requested services or facilities. We cannot acceptany reservation that is conditional upon any special requestbeing satisfied.

v. Some amenities and facilities require cleaning, servicing ormay suffer mechanical failure at times, and otherunforeseeable factors beyond the control of the supplier mayaffect their availability from time to time. Certain facilities maybe available only on a seasonal basis and subject to localoperating timetables. Entertainment as detailed in thebrochure may also be affected for similar reasons andtherefore its frequency and nature may be subject to change.Some providers may make an additional charge for the use ofleisure facilities.

vi. In certain circumstances it may become necessary to changethe location of a single overnight stop. Whilst we will do ourbest to notify you in advance of such a change, we reserve theright to effect such a change without notice. At all times thechange of hotel will be of equivalent standard to the original.Few insurance companies will provide cover for loss ofluggage or personal belongings stored in an unattendedvehicle overnight. You should therefore take all personalbelongings with you at overnight stops.

vii. ln certain cases tourist board accommodation categories orstar ratings are shown against hotels. Overseas countries havedifferent grading systems, and star ratings may not beequivalent to those in the UK.

viii. Inclusive Bars: Please note that where drinks are included aspart of the holiday package, conditions do apply and theaccommodation provider will give full details on arrival. Theaccommodation provider has a legal duty of care to maintainresponsible drinking and will put in place measures to monitor

and control as they see fit. All-inclusive packages are designedto allow you to budget in advance and anyone abusing theinclusive bar facility may have this facility withdrawn at anytime by the accommodation provider and without compensa-tion. If the inclusive arrangement is restricted or banned byany government agency, court or council in advance of yourarrival, you have the right to cancel your holiday and request afull refund but this will be the extent of our liability.

c. Generali. On full board holidays lunch is not included on the first and

last days.ii. Admission fees or guided tours are not included in the holiday

price unless expressly stated in the excursion description. Wereserve the right to change itineraries and included excursionsfrom those stated in the brochure, where necessary, and thiswill not entitle you to compensation where such variations area consequence of non-significant changes to your holiday.Please note that on cruise holidays onshore excursions incuran additional cost.

iii. We reserve the right to prohibit travel should you beexperiencing medical symptoms likely to cause ill health toothers. It is therefore vital that you ensure you are fit to travelprior to arriving at the pick-up point, port or airport as fullcancellation charges will apply should we be forced toterminate your holiday. We also reserve the right to refuse abooking or terminate your holiday and levy full cancellationcharges in the event of irrational conduct that is likely to causeanxiety, annoyance, harm or danger to other passengers.

iv. Should you leave any belongings at your accommodation oron a coach we will make every effort in tracing and returningthem to you, although we do reserve the right to pass on anycost incurred in doing so.

v. In the event of any contact being made with us, either directlyby you, or by your Travel Agent, on any subject wherebyinformation contained in this brochure is changed, oradditional information given, you or your Travel Agent mustensure that the information given is confirmed in writing. Noresponsibility will be accepted for any loss, damage ordisappointment if this procedure has not been followed.

vi. Where you have chosen to take the holiday insurance offeredas part of our package, should you make a claim under yourinsurance policy we can take no responsibility if this claim isdisputed or refused by the insurer or for any additionalexpense incurred by you in making the claim whethersuccessful or not.

vii. Due to the overall weight and space restrictions on vehicles,luggage is limited to one medium size suitcase per person.Luggage on aircraft or other carriers is subject to the carrier'sterms and conditions, a copy of which can be sent to you onrequest. It is your responsibility to ensure luggage is fit fortravel, sturdy and waterproof.

viii. All holidays are sold subject to availability. Prices & otherholiday details are provided for guidance only and in the eventof any inaccuracy or discrepancy, the price quoted & thedetails given at the time of booking will be applicable. In theevent of a costing error being generated by our reservations /internet systems or appearing on the confirmation invoice, theprices as they appear in the brochure or relevant availabilityoffer will prevail. Please note that any contract entered intoupon such a mistake is not valid or binding.

ix. When travelling abroad food and entertainment may reflectlocal customs and tastes.

x. Responsibility is limited for events which are reasonablybeyond our control and unforeseeable. Examples of suchevents could include traffic or road conditions, unavoidabletechnical or mechanical transport problems, epidemicoutbreaks, weather conditions, disputes, fuel shortages andfire.

xi. GLENTON PALMER has no control over other clients stayingin your accommodation. We cannot accept liability for anyinconvenience or disturbance caused to our holiday-makers byany other guest or guests staying during the same period. OnGood Companions tours it is impossible for us to ensure inadvance that all guests are over the age of 55 and we acceptno responsibility for the fact that clients under this age mayjoin our tours from time to time, with or without our consent.

4. Disabled HolidaymakersWe welcome disabled passengers on our holidays, but someholidays may not be suitable, in our opinion, for your particulardisability. Please ensure that the full extent of your disability isadvised in a covering letter. Please also ensure that confirmationof your disability has been acknowledged. If we are not informedof any disabilities in this way we cannot be held responsible forany cost or inconvenience incurred. Should you cancel orterminate your holiday due to these reasons full cancellationcharges will apply. Collapsible wheelchairs are accepted oncoaches, with prior agreement, but battery/ motorised models arenot on the grounds of safety to staff and other passengers. Oncruise or air holidays, onboard policies regarding disabledholidaymakers may vary. If we are not advised of a disability at thetime of booking, you may be refused travel.

5. Your Travel Arrangementsa. Departure Times and Places (Coach Holidays)i. It is only possible for customers to be picked-up and dropped

off at the scheduled departure points as listed on brochurepages. Departure times shown in the brochure areapproximate times only and are subject to change. Final traveltimes will be confirmed with your Final Travel Documentsapproximately 10 days before departure.

ii. If you have not received your travel documents within 5 daysof your departure date you must contact us immediately sothat they may be re-sent to you or any new details confirmedas soon as possible. We cannot accept any responsibility forany loss or expense resulting if the above procedures have notbeen carried out.

When you book a GLENTON PALMER holiday we want you to be totally satisfied with the arrangements so that you will book with us again in the future. To avoid misunderstandings you shouldbe in no doubt as to the commitments we have to you and, in turn, the obligations you have to us. Listed below are a number of important points which we would like you to read carefully. Noneof the terms or conditions are intended to contravene or contradict The Package Travel Regulations 1992 or The Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts Regulations 1999.


iii. You are responsible for ensuring that you are at the correctdeparture point at the correct time. We cannot accept anyresponsibility for you not locating your transport or anyadditional expenses incurred due to you failing to join yourtransport for the above reasons.

iv. Where there is insufficient demand for the advertiseddeparture route GLENTON PALMER reserves the right toalter the route.

v. Where we include home pick-up, we can only collect from oneaddress per booking. The service is limited to those areasadvertised.

b. Tour Coaches and Coach Seatsi. If it becomes necessary to use a coach with different seat

numbers to those shown in the booking form, the seatposition should not change significantly. However, we cannotaccept bookings conditional on the provision of specific seatsand accept no liability if the seat provided is in a differentposition to that indicated in the published seating plan.Additionally on rare occasions we reserve the right to changeyour seat number/s for operational reasons. Reserved seatsare not allocated on transfer services or optional excursions.Although certain tours are advertised as having a coach withWC facilities, we reserve the right to operate a coach withoutsuch facilities should this become necessary due to mechanicalfailure, accident, etc. From time to time connecting taxis andminibuses may be used on a transfer element of your holiday.

ii. In the unlikely event of a premium coach being unavailable, forwhatever reason, on Select tours we reserve the right toreplace the vehicle with a regular coach. Clients will berefunded £5 per day and this will be the extent of our liability.

c. SmokingFor the comfort of the majority of passengers, all coaches arestrictly no smoking including electronic cigarettes. If you ignorethis rule we reserve the right to terminate your holiday and levyfull cancellation charges. You may also be liable to meet the costof any claims brought against GLENTON PALMER resulting fromsuch an incident.d. PorterageOn some holidays porterage may not always be available andwhere it is you will usually incur a small extra charge. Porterage isusually not available at sea ports or airports for security reasons.e. Conditions of CarriageYou are advised that overland carriage is in vehicles other thanthose owned or operated by GLENTON PALMER and that no seaor air transport is owned by the company. Such transport is subjectto national and international regulations and conventions whichmay limit or exclude liability - a copy of these are available if youwish to see them. Your contract is subject to English Law andjurisdiction. Not all coaches bear GLENTON PALMER livery.f. Delayed DepartureIf your departure to or from the UK mainland is delayed for morethan six hours beyond the scheduled departure time we will makearrangements for meals and alternative accommodation only ifthis delay results in the advertised meal and accommodationarrangements being cancelled. We cannot accept responsibilityfor any meals or accommodation not included in the advertisedholiday itinerary. If departure from the UK mainland is delayed formore than twelve hours beyond the scheduled departure time wereserve the right to cancel the holiday and refund all monies paidand this shall be the extent of our liability.g. Locally Booked Excursions and ActivitiesWhilst you are away on holiday you may be offered theopportunity to buy optional excursions & activities. These areprovided by independent local companies which are neitherowned or controlled by GLENTON PALMER and for whichGLENTON PALMER acts only as an agent. If you decide topurchase an excursion or activity your contract will be made withthe local supplier and will not be regarded as part of theGLENTON PALMER package. This contract will be subject to thelocal providers’ terms & conditions and will be governed by locallaw & jurisdiction. GLENTON PALMER accepts no liability for anybreach of contract or negligent act or omission by such suppliers.

6. Liability and Consumer ProtectionThe Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regu-lations 1992 require us to provide security for the monies that youpay for package holidays booked from this brochure and for yourrepatriation in the event of our insolvency. We provide this securityby way of an ATOL (number 10494) – Air Travel Organiser’sLicence - administered by the Civil Aviation Authority and a bondheld by ABTA for packages that do not include flights. If you bookarrangements other than a package holiday from this brochure,the financial protection referred to above does not apply. For your financial protection when you buy an ATOL protected airholiday package from GLENTON PALMER, you will receive anATOL Certificate from us (or via our authorised agent throughwhich you booked) This lists the flight, accommodation, car hireand/or other services that are financially protected, where you canget information on what this means for you and who to contact ifthings go wrong. Many of the flights and flight-inclusive holidaysoffered by GLENTON Holidays Ltd in this brochure, otherpublicity material and on the website are financially protected bythe ATOL scheme. But ATOL protection does not apply to allholiday and travel services listed. Please ask us to confirm whatprotection may apply to your booking. If you do not receive anATOL Certificate then the booking will not be ATOL protected. Ifyou do receive an ATOL Certificate but all the parts of your tripare not listed on it, those parts will not be ATOL protected. Formore information about financial protection and the ATOLCertificate go to: http://www.caa.co.uk/default.aspx? catid=1080We will provide you with the services listed on the ATOLCertificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where wearen’t able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOLholder may provide you with the services you have bought or asuitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to acceptthat in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder willperform those obligations and you agree to pay any moneyoutstanding to be paid by you under your contract to thatalternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in somecases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder,in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOLscheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable). In theunlikely event of our insolvency whilst you are on holiday, the CAAwill ensure that you are not stranded abroad. For furtherinformation visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk.

If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL certificate, areunable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative,through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons ofinsolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make apayment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme.You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assignabsolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or mayhave arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services,including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit cardissuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims maybe re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sumsyou have claimed under the ATOL scheme.If you buy a package holiday that does not include a flightprotection is provided by ABTA. We are a Member of ABTA,membership number Y0234 and we are obliged to maintain a highstandard of service to you by ABTA's Code of Conduct. For furtherinformation please see http://www.abta.com/consumer-services .This brochure is published by GLENTON PALMER in good faithand is designed to assist you in choosing a suitable holiday. Weaccept responsibility for ensuring that the component parts ofyour holiday as described in this brochure are of a reasonablestandard and that the obligations arising from this contract areperformed properly unless this non or improper performance isattributable neither to any fault of ours or to that of anothersupplier because i) the failure to perform the contract wereattributable to you ii) such failures were attributable to a thirdparty unconnected with the provision of the contracted services,and are unforeseen and unavoidable iii) such failures are due toforce majeure or to an event which we, or the supplier of theservice, even with all due care could not foresee or forestall. Evenin the case of sections i and ii above we will still give promptassistance to you but this shall be the extent of our liability.

7. Claimsa. Claims other than Personal InjurySubject to the foregoing we will pay reasonable compensation forthe non or improper performance of the contract by us, limited atall times to twice the total cost of the holiday.b. Claims for Personal InjurySubject to the foregoing, all claims relating to personal death orinjury will be equivalent to the damages you would be entitled toreceive under English Law in an English Court provided at all timesthat:i. you assign to GLENTON PALMER any rights against a

supplier or other person or party you may have relating to theclaim.

ii. that you co-operate fully with us should we or our insurers wishto enforce those rights which have been assigned to us.

iii. Such payment in the case of transport or air is limited to thatlaid down in the appropriate International Conventions.

Note: Failure to notify us of your claim within 90 days of yourreturn from holiday may affect our ability to investigate yourclaim and may impact on the way your claim is dealt with.

8. Data ProtectionIn order to process your booking and to ensure that your travelarrangements run smoothly and meet your requirements, we andyour travel agent need to use the information you provide such asname, address, any special needs/dietary requirements etc. Wetake full responsibility for ensuring that proper security measuresare in place to protect your information. We must pass theinformation on to the relevant suppliers of your travelarrangements such as airlines, hotels, transport companies etc.The information may also be provided to security or creditchecking companies, public authorities such as customs/immigration if required by them, or as required by law.Additionally, where your holiday is outside the EuropeanEconomic Area (EEA), controls on data protection in yourdestination may not be as strong as the legal requirements in thiscountry. We will not however, pass any information on to anyperson not responsible for part of your travel arrangements. Thisapplies to any sensitive information that you give us such asdetails of any disabilities, or dietary/religious requirements. If wecannot pass this information to the relevant suppliers, whether inthe EEA or not, we cannot provide your booking. In making thisbooking you consent to this information being passed on to therelevant persons.You are entitled to a copy of your information held by us. If youwould like to see this please contact D. Haig, Data Controller,GLENTON PALMER, 30 Gordon Street, Glasgow, G1 3PU.

9. Price PolicyBefore confirmation of your holiday we reserve the right to changeprices from those advertised in this brochure. Having confirmedyour holiday by sending your Holiday Confirmation Invoice, theprice of your travel arrangements is subject to surcharges only onthe following items. 1. Transportation - e.g. increases in fuel costs2. Government action - e.g. any increases in VAT or any other taximposed on us or required to be passed on by us 3. Currency - inrelation to adverse exchange rate variations. However, even inthese circumstances we will absorb or retain an amount equivalentto the first 2% of the price of your holiday, which excludes anyinsurance premiums and any amendment charges. Only amountsin excess of this 2% will be surcharged but where a surcharge ispayable there will be an administration fee of £3 together with anamount to cover travel agents' commission. If this means payingmore than 10% on the holiday price, you will be entitled to canceland receive a full refund of all monies paid. Should you decide tocancel because of this, you must exercise your right to do sowithin 14 days from the issue date printed on the revised invoice.Should the above mentioned price variations be downward thenthe price of your holiday will be accordingly reduced and anyrefund paid to you. Please note that travel arrangements are notalways purchased in local currency and some apparent changeshave no impact on the price of your travel due to contractual andother protection in place. The holiday prices published in thisbrochure were calculated according to exchange rates publishedin the Financial Times on 2 June 2014 Euro 1.2314.

10. ArbitrationIn the event that you have any complaint during the course of yourholiday you are strongly advised to immediately bring this to theattention of the supplier of the service in question AND theGLENTON PALMER driver. If you are not satisfied with thesolution offered you must contact us in writing after returninghome. We are unable to address complaints received more than28 days after your return date and cannot be held responsible for any letters not received. In the unlikely event that we

are unable to amicably settle your grievance, you may decide to pursue the matter further. One option is the ABTA Arbitra-tion Scheme which is administered independently by the Instituteof Arbitrators. It provides a simple inexpensive method ofarbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on thecustomer in respect of costs. The scheme does not apply to claims for a greater amount than £5,000 per person or £25,000per booking form, or to claims which are solely or mainly inrespect of physical injury or illness. Details can be sent to you on request.

11. Health MattersTravel to certain countries may mean it is advisable or evencompulsory for you to be inoculated against certain illnesses. It isessential therefore that you get fully comprehensive informationabout inoculations & health precautions that you may need foryour holiday by, in the first instance, consulting your GP. Clientstravelling to EC countries are strongly advised to obtain theEuropean Health Insurance Card (EHIC) This card allows youaccess to state provided healthcare in all European Economic Area(EEA) countries and Switzerland at a reduced cost or sometimesfree of charge. Your local Post Office has application forms or youcan apply online at www.ehic.org.uk or call 0845 606 2030. Fortravel overseas you are also advised to obtain the 'Health Advicefor Travellers’ leaflet from the Dept. of Health, your local ABTAtravel agent or directly from ourselves.

12. Photo Identification, Passport and Visa Requirementsi. For cruises and holidays to Europe, you will require a full 10

year British passport with at least six months validity after yourdate of return to the UK. Passports are also required for daytrips to European countries such as France or Belgium.

ii. Holders of non-UK passports may be subject to differing visarequirements and are advised to consult the appropriateembassy or consulate to seek clarification.

iii. A full passport is now required for ALL holidays that include airtravel within the UK and Ireland.

iv. It is your responsibility to comply with all passport, visa, healthand immigration requirements applicable to your chosen tour and we can only give you general information about this. Requirements may change and you must check the up to date position in good time before departure. It is yourresponsibility to obtain the correct documentation to travel and full cancellation charges will be levied if you fail to do so.

13. Cruises and Flightsi. Persons with physical disabilities or other handicaps requiring

special treatment or assistance, including persons confined towheelchairs, must advise us in writing of the nature of suchconditions at the time of requesting reservations.

ii. The Cruise/Airline Operator reserves the right to refusepassage to anyone who has failed to notify them of suchdisabilities or need for assistance or who, in the Cruise/ ArlineOperator's opinion is unfit for travel or anyone whosecondition may constitute a danger to themselves or others onboard.

iii. The Cruise/Airline Operator reserves the right to insist on thepresence of an able bodied (fare-paying) companion.

iv. Those passengers confined to wheelchairs must furnish theirown standard size wheelchairs and must be accompanied by atravelling companion fit and able to assist them. Ship andairport wheelchairs are available for emergency use only.

v. On cruises for safety reasons passengers using wheelchairswill not be able to go ashore at ports where the ship cannotberth alongside a landing stage or pier.

vi. GLENTON PALMER acts as an agent for nominated CruiseOperators/Airlines and that your booking is subject to theCruise Operators/ Airlines Conditions of Carriage, a copy ofwhich will be sent to you on request.

vii. Where free home pick-up is included we reserve the right toalter your departure airport.

viii. We recommend that you check the names on your bookingconfirmation match the names on your passport. Anycorrections made after receiving your holiday confirmationmay be subject to applicable airline charges.

ix Any passengers requiring airport assistance must request thisat the time of booking. Failure to follow this procedure mayresult in assistance being unavailable. Cancellation chargeswill apply should you choose to cancel your holiday as aresult. Airport assistance is limited per aircraft, any bookingsmade where assistance is guaranteed may incur extra chargesas levied by the airport or airline.

14. SafetyWe recommend that you check Foreign Office Travel Advicerelating to the country you have chosen to visit before you makeyour booking. This information can be found on the Internet athttp://www.fco.gov.uk/ knowbeforeyougo or you can call theABTA travel information line on 0901 2015050 (calls charged at£0.51 per minute). It is important that you exercise the same careand attention to your personal safety and possessions as youwould at home; we recommend that you remain in well-lit,populated areas if out at night and try to avoid displayingexpensive jewellery.

15. Child DiscountsA discount of 25% applies to children under the age of 14provided they are travelling with two adults paying full charge andare sharing the same bedroom. Subject to availability. This appliesto coach holidays in the UK only.

16. AcknowledgementsGLENTON PALMER gratefully acknowledges the large number oftourist organisations, information offices, hoteliers, suppliers,websites, photographers and attractions that have providedphotographs for use within our literature. For an up to date list ofcontributors, please see our website.If we have inadvertently omitted any individual or organisationfrom the list please accept our apologies and contact us so thatwe can rectify the oversight.Important notice. Unfortunately, it is inevitable that some of thedetails contained within this document may have changed sincethe document was printed in October 2014. We will inform you ofany material changes to any of the relevant details within thisbrochure when you book, either with your travel agent or withourselves, as part of our commitment to quality customer service.

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GLENTON PALMER Coach Calendar 2015Our handy at-a-glance guide to the fabulous holidays in this year’s Coach Collection.

DATE TOUR DAYS PAGE DATE TOUR DAYS PAGE

Mon 12 Jan Gunton Hall Coastal Village 5 8

Mon 19 Jan Loch Lomond "All Inclusive" 5 8

Mon 26 Jan Hidden Gem of the Sussex Coast 5 8

Mon 26 Jan Cardigan House Party "£1 bar each night" 5 8

Mon 27 Jan Luxury Winter Wonderland 10 7

Mon 9 Feb Torquay Winter Warmer 5 8

Sat 14 Feb Early Season Grand European Tour 14 7

Mon 16 Feb Bournemouth Touch of Class 5 8

Mon 23 Feb Welsh Delights 5 9

Mon 2 Mar Hidden Gem of the Sussex Coast 5 8

Mon 2 Mar Swish Sandbanks 5 9

Mon 2 Mar Newquay & the Eden Project 5 9

Mon 9 Mar GOOD COMPANIONS Cumbria & the Scottish Borders 5 35

Sun 15 Mar St Patricks Day Celebrations 5 9

Mon 16 Mar Beautiful Bournemouth 5 9

Fri 20 Mar Escape to the Country 4 16

Mon 23 Mar Warner Leisure Hotels - Bodelwyddan Castle 5 32

Mon 30 Mar Elegant Eastbourne 5 23

Mon 30 Mar Sidmouth 5 27

Fri 3 Apr Easter in London 4 31

Fri 3 Apr Easter in St Annes on Sea 4 14

Sun 5 Apr Stratford-upon-Avon 5 17

Sun 5 Apr Treasures of Tuscany 12 60

Sun 5 Apr Dutch Cruise & the Bulb Fields 7 67

Mon 6 Apr Secrets of Shropshire 5 20

Tue 7 Apr Isle of Skye & Fort William 5 45

Sun 12 Apr Lake Garda, Venice & Verona 12 62

Mon 13 Apr Torquay 5 24

Mon 13 Apr Llandudno 5 46

Mon 13 Apr Devon Delights 5 25

Mon 13 Apr Lakes Spectacular 5 16

Mon 13 Apr Spectacular Switzerland 10 66

Sun 19 Apr Isle of Wight 5 26

Sun 19 Apr GOOD COMPANIONSGalway Getaway 5 35

Sun 19 Apr Sunshine on the Costa Brava 17 77

Mon 20 Apr Shakespeare Country 5 17

Mon 20 Apr Norwich & the Norfolk Broads 5 22

Mon 20 Apr Warner Leisure Hotels - Cricket St Thomas 5 33

Thu 23 Apr Treasures of Tuscany 12 60

Mon 27 Apr Beautiful Bournemouth 5 29

Mon 27 Apr Durham & Treasures of Northumberland 5 11

Thu 30 Apr Elegant Eastbourne 7 23

Thu 30 Apr Summits of Austria 9 65

Sat 2 May Four Rivers Cruise 10 67

Sun 3 May The Beautiful Black Forest 8 71

Mon 4 May Delightful Dunblane 5 42

Mon 4 May Floral Southport 5 12

Tue 5 May Grand Tour of Italy's Treasures 14 58

Wed 6 May Oban & the Isle of Mull 5 43

Sat 9 May Falmouth & Highlights of Cornwall 7 25

Sun 10 May Country Clare & the Cliffs of Moher 5 38

Sun 10 May Castle & Gardens of Kent 4 21

Sun 10 May Italian Coastlines 12 61

Mon 11 May Bath & the Cotswolds 5 19

Wed 13 May Slovenia 9 74

Thu 14 May Tenby & the Pembrokeshire Coast 5 47

Sat 16 May Garden of England 4 21

Sat 16 May Grand Tour of Ireland 10 37

Mon 18 May Warner Leisure Hotels - Littlecote House 5 33

Mon 18 May Scenic Trains of Scotland 5 41

Mon 18 May Isles of Scilly 7 48

Tue 19 May Grand European Tour 14 56

Thu 21 May Diano Marina 12 63

Fri 22 May Lake Garda, Venice & Verona 12 62

Sun 24 May Chester & A Taste of Wales 5 15

Sun 24 May GOOD COMPANIONSTreasures of Northumberland 5 35

Sun 24 May Elegant Eastbourne 6 23

Sun 24 May Hanseatic Cities & the Black Forest 7 72

Mon 25 May Suffolk Villages 5 22

Mon 25 May Lytham St Annes 5 14

Sun 31 May Blackpool Luxury 5 12


Mon 1 Jun Swish Sandbanks 5 30

Mon 1 Jun Warner Leisure Hotels - Holme Lacy House 5 32

Mon 1 Jun Scenic Trains of Scotland 5 41

Mon 1 Jun Andorra, Barcelona & the Pyrenees 11 75

Sat 6 Jun German River Cruise - Rhine & Moselle Cruise 10 68

Sun 7 Jun Torquay 6 24

Sun 7 Jun Constable Country, London & RHS Hyde Hall 5 31

Sun 7 Jun Romance of the Rhine Valley 7 73

Sun 7 Jun The Beautiful Black Forest 8 71

Sun 7 Jun Lake Garda, Venice & Verona 12 62

Mon 8 Jun Secrets of Shropshire 5 20

Mon 8 Jun Poole & the Dorset Coast 5 28

Mon 8 Jun Dublin, the Wicklow Mountains & Powerscourt Gardens 5 39

Thu 11 Jun Cheshire Homes & Gardens 5 15

Thu 11 Jun Diano Marina 12 63

Sun 14 Jun Stratford-upon-Avon 5 17

Sun 14 Jun GOOD COMPANIONS Dublin & the Wicklow Mountains 5 35

Mon 15 Jun Beautiful Bournemouth 5 29

Mon 15 Jun Something Special with an Irish Twist 5 40

Mon 15 Jun Picture Book Yorkshire 5 14

Mon 15 Jun Gorgeous Guernsey 7 54

Mon 15 Jun Austrian Tyrol Extravaganza 12 64

Thu 18 Jun Treasures of Tuscany 12 60

Fri 19 Jun Llandudno 4 46

Fri 19 Jun Italian Lakes 12 59

Sat 20 Jun Killarney & the Ring of Kerry 7 39

Sat 20 Jun Bavaria, Bohemia & the Danube 11 70

Wed 24 Jun Isle of Wight 7 26

Fri 26 Jun Sidmouth 5 27

Fri 26 Jun GLENTON PALMER Platinum Tour 4 10

Sun 28 Jun Castle & Gardens of Kent 4 21

Mon 29 Jun Durham & Treasures of Northumberland 5 11

Mon 29 Jun Norwich & the Norfolk Broads 5 22

Mon 29 Jun Dunoon, the Isle of Bute & Argyll 5 45

Thu 2 Jul Summits of Austria 9 65

Sun 5 Jul Chester & a Taste of Wales 5 15

Sun 5 Jul Romance of the Rhine Valley 7 73

Mon 6 Jul Beautiful Bournemouth 5 29

Tue 7 Jul Cracking Krakow & Proud Prague 11 76

Fri 10 Jul Escape to the Country 4 16

Sat 11 Jul German River Cruise - Black Forest Cruise 10 68

Sun 12 Jul Elegant Eastbourne 6 23

Sun 12 Jul The Beautiful Black Forest 8 71

Sun 12 Jul Hanseatic Cities & the Black Forest 7 72

Mon 13 Jul The Isle of Man 6 13

Mon 13 Jul Regency England 5 18

Mon 13 Jul Stirling & the Heart of Scotland 5 42

Sun 19 Jul Blackpool Luxury 5 12

Sun 19 Jul GOOD COMPANIONSHeart of England 5 36

Mon 20 Jul Torquay 5 24

Mon 20 Jul Shakespeare Country 5 17

Mon 20 Jul Spectacular Switzerland 10 66

Mon 20 Jul Suffolk Villages 5 22

Mon 20 Jul Austrian Tyrol Extravaganza 12 64

Tue 21 Jul Newquay & the Cornish Coast 5 27

Thu 23 Jul Highlights of Hampshire 4 30

Sun 26 Jul Llangollen & Snowdonia 5 47

Mon 27 Jul Lytham St Annes 5 14

Mon 27 Jul Floral Southport 5 12

Mon 27 Jul Llanberis & Snowdonia 5 46

Mon 27 Jul Andorra, Barcelona & the Pyrenees 11 75

Thu 30 Jul Treasures of Tuscany 12 60

Sat 1 Aug Falmouth & Highlights of Cornwall 7 25

Sat 1 Aug Elegant Eastbourne 7 23

Mon 3 Aug London at Leisure 5 31

Mon 3 Aug Bath & the Cotswolds 5 19

Mon 3 Aug Austrian Tyrol Extravaganza 12 64

Tue 4 Aug Garden of England 4 21

Thu 6 Aug Rhine in Flames 6 74

Fri 7 Aug London at Leisure 5 31

Mon 10 Aug Cheshire Homes & Gardens 5 15

Mon 10 Aug Irish Lakeland, Dublin & Galway 5 38

Mon 10 Aug Picture Book Yorkshire 5 14

Tue 11 Aug London at Leisure 5 31

Wed 12 Aug The Isle of Arran & Brodick Castle 5 40

Wed 13 Aug Summits of Austria 9 65

Sat 15 Aug London at Leisure 5 31

Sat 15 Aug Lake Garda, Venice & Verona 12 62

Sat 15 Aug Bavaria, Bohemia & the Danube 11 70

Mon 17 Aug Dunoon, the Isle of Bute & Argyll 5 45

Mon 17 Aug Secrets of Shropshire 5 20

Mon 17 Aug Llandudno 5 46

Mon 17 Aug Warner Leisure Hotels - Cricket St Thomas 5 33

Wed 19 Aug Italian Lakes 12 59

Thu 20 Aug Diano Marina 12 63

Sat 22 Aug German River Cruise - Rhine & Moselle Cruise 10 68

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Sun 23 Aug Isle of Wight 5 26

Sun 23 Aug Something Special with an Irish Twist 5 40

Sun 23 Aug Hanseatic Cities & the Black Forest 7 72

Sun 23 Aug Romance of the Rhine Valley 7 73

Mon 24 Aug GOOD COMPANIONSMiddle England 5 36

Mon 24 Aug Durham & Treasures of Northumberland 5 11

Sun 30 Aug Lake Garda, Venice & Verona 12 62

Mon 31 Aug Norwich & the Norfolk Broads 5 22

Mon 31 Aug Constable Country, London & RHS Hyde Hall 5 31

Mon 31 Aug Grand European Tour 14 56

Mon 31 Aug Austrian Tyrol Extravaganza 12 64

Sun 6 Sep Castles & Gardens of Kent 4 21

Sun 6 Sep Straford-Upon-Avon 5 17

Sun 6 Sep The Beautiful Black Forest 8 71

Mon 7 Sep Regency England 5 18

Mon 7 Sep Jersey & Guernsey Explorer 10 53

Mon 7 Sep Swish Sandbanks 5 30

Sun 13 Sep Romance of the Rhine Valley 7 73

Mon 14 Sep Stirling & the Heart of Scotland 5 42

Mon 14 Sep County Clare & the Cliffs of Moher 5 38

Mon 14 Sep Torquay 5 24

Mon 14 Sep Spectacular Switzerland 10 66

Mon 14 Sep Austrian Tyrol Extravaganza 12 64

Thu 17 Sep Orkney & Shetland Mini Cruise 6 44

Thu 17 Sep Grand Tour of Italy's Treasures 14 58

Sat 19 Sep Escape to the Country 4 16

Sat 19 Sep Killarney & the Ring of Kerry 7 39

Sat 19 Sep Lake Garda, Venice & Verona 12 62

Mon 21 Sep The Isle of Man 5 13

Mon 21 Sep Warner Leisure Hotels - Holme Lacy House 5 32

Mon 21 Sep Scenic Trains of Scotland 5 41

Wed 23 Sep Isle of Skye & Fort William 5 45

Thu 24 Sep Highlights of Hampshire 4 30

Sat 26 Sep Bavaria, Bohemia & the Danube 11 70

Sun 27 Sep Treasures of Tuscany 12 60

Sun 27 Sep Sunshine on the Costa Brava 17 77

Mon 28 Sep Lytham St Annes 5 14

Mon 28 Sep Beautiful Bournemouth 5 29

Mon 28 Sep Delightful Dunblane 5 42

Mon 28 Sep GOOD COMPANIONSEdinburgh & the Falkirk Wheel 5 36

Mon 28 Sep Bath & the Cotswolds 5 19

Mon 28 Sep Blue Danube & Regal Rhine 13 69

Wed 30 Sep Tenby & the Pembrokeshire Coast 5 47

Sun 4 Oct Romance of the Rhine Valley 7 73

Mon 5 Oct Floral Southport 5 12

Mon 5 Oct Beautiful Bournemouth 5 29

Mon 5 Oct Swish Sandbanks 5 30

Mon 5 Oct Elegant Eastbourne 5 23

Tue 6 Oct Cracking Krakow & Proud Prague 11 76

Thu 8 Oct Diano Marina 12 63

Sat 10 Oct Oban & the Isle of Mull 5 43

Sat 10 Oct Italian Coastlines 12 61

Sun 11 Oct Blackpool Luxury 5 12

Sun 11 Oct Llangollen & Snowdonia 5 47

Sun 11 Oct Devon Delights 5 25

Mon 12 Oct Lakes Spectacular 5 16

Mon 12 Oct Andorra, Barcelona & the Pyrenees 11 75

Tue 13 Oct Isle of Wight 5 26

Fri 16 Oct Llandudno 4 46

Sun 18 Oct GOOD COMPANIONSBeautiful Bournemouth 5 36

Sun 18 Oct Hanseatic Cities & the Black Forest 7 72

Mon 19 Oct Warner Leisure Hotels - Bodelwyddan Castle 5 32

Mon 19 Oct Poole & the Dorset Coast 5 28

Tue 20 Oct Garden of England 4 21

Mon 26 Oct Warner Leisure Hotels - Littlecote House 5 33

Mon 26 Oct Stirling & the Heart of Scotland 5 42

Mon 26 Oct Sidmouth 5 27

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