GN Holidays coach brochure 2015

Published: 28 January, 2015

2015Coach Holidays & Great Days Out

Departing from*Greenford, Harrow

Ruislip, Uxbridge, SloughMaidenhead & *Staines

*Note: Due to drivers hours restrictions our day tours are not available from Greenford or Staines

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GN HOLIDAYS PRIVATE EVENT

OVER 40s ONLY

Free Bar 6pm - Midnight

ONLY £10pp DEPOSIT

GN Holidays Premiere Party Break

Standard chalet

Swinging 60s Seaside PartyWarner Corton, Suffolk Coast

Join us for a private party that takesus on a trip down memory laneback to the 1960s - for over 40s only- at Warner Corton Coastal Village,near Lowestoft, Suffolk.

Our weekend break includes liveentertainment from The Fortunes &Union Gap, a Tribute to Frankie Valliplus lots of nostalgic fun.

To help the party go with a swingthere will be Free Drinks everynight.

As usual the Good News holidaysteam will be at Corton to ensure agreat time is had by all.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Depart from local pick-up

points in the morning. We will drive

to Corton Coastal Village making a

refreshment stop en-route. We will

arrive mid-afternoon and there will

be time to settle in before dinner.

Day 2 & 3: Enjoy the resort facilities,

entertainment, free drinks, 6pm to

12pm.

Day 4: Depart Corton after

breakfast and head for home. We

anticipate returning to your original

joining point during the afternoon.

Premier Chalet

Outdoor bowls

Outdoor activities area

DATES - PRICES - CODES

2015

6 to 9 Feb - Tour CW2-2

INCLUDED:

• Return Coach Travel

• 3 nights sharing an en-suite

chalet with TV and tea/coffee

tray - upgrades available

• 3 dinners and 3 breakfasts

• Full Entertainment

programme

• FREE Bar from 6pm to

midnight every night for

house beers, wines, spirits &

pumped mixers

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS:

• Beach Garden Chalet - £25pp

• Premier Chalet - £40pp

• Premier Suite - £60pp

• Cliff Top Lodge - £75pp

• Sole occupancy standard

twin/ double chalet £259

(very limited availability)

NOT INCLUDED:

Excursions

3 nights from £259pp

TOUR CW2-2

Clifftop Lodge chalets

Corton Coastal Village

Corton Coastal Village is situated onthe East Coast between GreatYarmouth & Lowestoft. Located in astunning cliff-top locationoverlooking the sea the resort hasrecently undergone a majorrefurbishment including newrooms, landscaping, and the re-design of the coffee shop andlounge.

With so many daily activities tochoose from you including Archery,Crazy Golf, Table Tennis, Curling toname but a few we know there willbe something for you! If your breakis more about relaxing, try theindoor heated swimming pool.

The Clyffe Restaurant Cabaret Dinerboasts a relaxing atmosphere. Theextensive menu served at yourtable or the full buffet and carveryprovide plenty of choice. There is noneed to move after dinner or worryabout whether you will be able toget seats for the entertainment. Yousimply stay at your table and theentertainment unfolds around you.

Beach Garden Chalet

Frankie Valli tribute


2015

16 February - £79 - Tour CS2-2

26 February - £79 - Tour CS2-3

INCLUDED:

• Entry to Colesbourne Park

Snowdrops

• Afternoon tea, including a

glass of Prosecco, at the

Frogmill Inn, Andoversford

• Return coach travel

Great Day Out £79pp

TOUR CS2England’s Greatest Snowdrop Garden& Afternoon Tea at Marco Pierre White’s Frogmill Inn

Join us for a Great Day Out whereMother Nature is the star.

Snowdrops are among the firstflowers to bloom and are awelcome sign that the brighterdays of spring are on their way.

The gardens at Colesbourne Parkin Gloucestershire are renownedfor the magnificent display of raresnowdrops in February.

Begun in the 19th century bypioneering plantsman andtraveller Henry John Elwes, thegardens at Colesbourne have beenrestored and re-invigorated inrecent years to recapture thepassion of their creator.

The gardens cover 10 acres ofbeautifully landscaped groundswith walks through the woodedareas and alongside the famousBlue Lake, as well as a new springgarden and formal garden.

The surrounding park, with itsarboretum of interesting trees,

and nearby church are also open.

After enjoying Colesbourne’ssnowdrops we continue by coachto Marco Pierre White’s FrogmillInn at Andoversford for afternoontea with a glass of Prosecco.

Itinerary:Join our coach at your local joiningpoint for an early morningdeparture to Gloucestershire.

After visiting Colesbourne Park wecontinue by coach to the FrogmillInn for afternoon tea.

Then it’s time to head for home.We expect to return to youroriginal joining point early to midevening.

Please note: Rugged, waterprooffootwear is advised for this tourbecause the gardens atColesbourne have unpaved pathsand displays in natural settingswith uneven ground and it is likelyto be wet or wintry under foot.

Marco Pierre White’s Frogmill InnNestled amid the rolling Cotswolds,15 minutes from Cheltenham, MarcoPierre White’s Frogmill Inn o8erscountry-style ambiance, delightfuldining and cosy accommodation.With a rich heritage dating as far backas the Domesday Book, the FrogmillInn has a long history of providingwelcoming hospitality. In recent yearsthe building has been lovinglyrenovated, sympathetically blendingits traditional appeal with moremodern facilities.

Spring Back to the 60s Partyat Pontins Pakefield, Suffolk Coast


OVER 40s ONLY

FREE DRINKS


2015

13 March - £179 - Tour US3

INCLUDED:•

• 3 free drinks per person per

night

• Full entertainment

programme

• 3 nights en-suite chalet -

upgrades available

• 3 breakfasts & 3 dinners

• Coach travel and excursions

NOT INCLUDED:

• Single chalet supp’t £25

• Club chalet upgrade £30pp

4 Days Half Board £179pp

Pontins Pakefield, LowestoftPakefield is one of Pontins mostpeaceful resorts, set in apicturesque seaside spot nearLowestoft, with beautiful gardensand grounds. Seaside towns,beaches and unspoilt countrysideare all on the doorstep, it’s a greatplace to unwind and relax.Enjoy entertainment every nightand day, plus an indoor swimmingpool, snooker, pool, darts, shortmat bowls, 9-hole pitch & putt,tennis court and more.Chalets are all single storey andsituated on level ground, inlandscaped grounds just a shortstroll from the main facilities. Allchalets have TV, tea⁄coffee makingfacilities, heating, double glazing,en suite bath⁄shower & toilet. Bedlinen, towels and electricity areprovided. Breakfasts and dinners are taken inthe buffet-style cafeteria with viewsover the grounds to the sea.Upgraded Club chalets areavailable which are arranged in agarden setting and have slidingpatio doors - add £30 per person intotal for the weekend.

TOUR US3

We’re taking a trip down memorylane at Pakefield, with a great line upof original bandsincluding The Tremaloes& The Swinging BlueJeans, Tributes to theBeatles & Buddy Hollyand Dave Grant fromPaper Lace. Plus a hostof nostalgic fun. To helpthe party go with aswing there’s 3 freedrinks every night.

ITINERARY:Day 1: Depart fromlocal pick-up points in the morningfor the drive to Pakefield. We make arefreshment stop en-route andarrive at the resort in time to checkin and freshen up before dinner andyour first evening’s entertainment.

Day 2: Half-day Great Yarmouthexcursion, returning to Pakefield mid

afternoon with freetime to relax beforedinner and thisevening’sentertainment.

Day 3: Half-daySouthwold excursion,returning to Pakefieldmid afternoon with freetime to relax beforedinner and thisevening’sentertainment.

Day 4: Check out of the resort afterbreakfast and head for home. Wewill make a refreshment stop en-route and expect to arrive at youroriginal joining point late afternoon.

The TremeloesSwinging Blue

JeansDave Grant

Buddy Holly Tribute

The Beatles Experience

PLUS

Swinging Blue Jeans

The TremeloesBuddy Holly tribute


201521 March - Tour TD3

INCLUDED:

• Visit to Thriplow for theDaffodil festival

• 2-course hot & cold buffetlunch with a glass of wine atthe White Horse Hotel,Hertingfordbury - special dietscan be catered for but must berequested at the time ofbooking



TOUR TD3

Thriplow Daffodil Festival Weekend

is renowned for its warm and

friendly atmosphere and has

become one of the best events in

Cambridgeshire. Not only is the

village swathed in thousands of

daffodils but it is closed to traffic for

the weekend ensuring a safe

environment for visitors who come

to celebrate the arrival of Spring!

Heavy Horses give Dray Rides, there

is a working ‘Smithy’ on the Green,

Sheepdog Demonstrations, Morris

Dancing, Craft Barns & numerous

stalls, Open Gardens, Music,

Children’s Entertainment, Vintage

Vehicles, Steam Engine, Arts

Marquee, Flower Festival, Organ &

Thriplow Da;odil Festival & Lunch at a Country Inn

The White Horse HotelLocated in the hamlet ofHertingfordbury, the WhiteHorse Hotel makes an ideallunch stop for our visit toThriplow. Enjoy a 2-course hotand cold buffet with a glass ofwine in the Restaurant, whichoverlooks the terrace andgardens.

violin recitals in the 12th century

Church, Hog Roast, Hot & Cold

Food, Teas & home-baked cakes

served in 3 locations.

ITINERARY

Join the coach at your local pick-up

point for the drive to our lunch

venue. After lunch we continue to

Thriplow, arriving early afternoon.

There will be ample time to explore

the village and the many

attractions. We depart late

afternoon and return to your

original pick-up point during the

evening.


2015

23 March - Tour EA3 - £229*

23 June - Tour EA6 - £349

31 August - Tour EA8 - £349

*Please note the March holiday will stay

at the Shoreview Hotel

INCLUDED:

• Coach travel and excursions as stated

• 4 nights accommodation sharing a

twin/double room


NOT INCLUDED:

• Single room supplement £40 pp

5 Days Half-Board from £229pp

TOUR EA3/6/8

Eastbourne has beautifully maintained gardens

Eastbourne & The South Coast Explorer

The Claremont Hotel (June & Aug)Exclusively for adults, the Claremont Hoteloffers a prime location on Eastbourne'ssplendid Grand Parade.

Close to the pier and with the award-winning beach just across the road, theClaremont Hotel offers a traditional seasidebreak with the customary service and valuefor which we are renowned.

Following a comprehensive refurbishmentprogramme in 2013, the Claremont Hoteloffers a lovely new bar and lounge with abrilliant line-up of live entertainment everyevening. We also have a coffee shop,perfect for planning your day with amorning coffee or enjoying afternoon teaand views across the promenade.

This beautiful Victorian building boastscomfortable bedrooms which are perfectfor unwinding after a day enjoyingEastbourne's delights. All the rooms are en-suite with TV, Tea & Coffee making facilities& TV with Freeview.

Eastbourne is an elegant stylish resort

with 8 miles of shingle beaches tucked

under the rising chalk cliffs of Beachy

Head. The classical parade of Grand

Victorian style hotels overlooks floral

sculptures and displays that stretch the

length of the promenade.

Recognised as an area of outstanding

beauty, the South Downs is also home to

a multitude of vibrant communities

steeped in history and traditional English

culture, from the ancient cathedral city of

Arundel to the bustling historic city of

Brighton. We will make excursions to

Brighton, Hastings and Arundel.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Depart local pick-ups in the

morning with a stop en-route to

Eastbourne.

Day 2: This morning you will have some

free time to discover Eastbourne. This

afternoon we will visit Hastings,

returning to the hotel for dinner.

Day 3: After breakfast we make a visit to

the bustling city of Brighton. From the

stunning heritage of the Royal Pavilion to

the seaside fun of Brighton Pier and the

Brighton Wheel, there’s plenty to see and

do here. We will return to Eastbourne

mid-afternoon. Dinner at the hotel.

Day 4: After breakfast we drive to

Arundel, where you’ll find heritage,

urban chic and country pursuits all

within the historic town. You’ll have time

to explore and obtain lunch before we

return to Eastbourne mid-afternoon.

Dinner at the hotel.

Day 5: After breakfast we check out of

the hotel and head for home. We will

make a refreshment stop en-route and

expect to return to your original pick-up

points late afternoon.

Arundel CastleBrighton Pavilion

A Very High Tea!! Spinnaker Tower,Gunwharf Quays & Harbour Cruise

DATES - PRICES - CODES201526 March - £69 - Tour SP307 May - £69 - Tour SP502 July - £69 - Tour SP710 Sept - £69 - Tour SP9

INCLUDED:• Return coach travel

• Free time in Gunwharf Quays

• 45 minute Portsmouth Harbour Cruise

• High Tea at the Cafe in theClouds - 105 metres up theSpinnaker Tower

NEW for 2015 - Sparkling afternoon Tea with Prosecco

Selection of sandwichesSmoked salmon and creamcheeseMature cheddar & cucumberHam and tomatoEgg and cress- - -Fruited SconesPot of JamPot of Clotted Cream- - -Mini Cupcakes- - -Patisserie Selection- - -Tea or CoCee


TOUR SP3/5/7/9

Taller than the London Eye and the BlackpoolTower, Portsmouth’s Spinnaker Tower stands170 metres over Portsmouth Harbour is nowDrmly established as a national icon. The threeviewing decks provide breathtaking 350°panoramic views stretching up to 23 miles,giving visitors a unique perspective of the cityand surrounding area. View ships coming andgoing and look out over the Solent to see theIsle of Wight. Venture across the glass Eoor,brave the Crow’s Nest, which is open to theelements and enjoy a quintessentially Englishafternoon tea in the Cafe in the Clouds -included.

Portsmouth Harbour Cruise

The 45 minute cruise gives views of themodern Royal Navy, Historical sights, and areasof natural environment. A full commentary isprovided detailing ships and sights of interest.There is seating inside and out and heating onall vessels.

Gunwharf Quays

Whether a shopper or not, Gunwharf is a greatplace to while away some time - with 95designer outlet shops as well as 30 restaurantsand coCee shops, many of which enjoy awaterfront location.

ITINERARY:

We depart local pick-up points in the morningand head to Gunwharf Quays.

On arrival you will have free time to explore atleisure.

Early afternoon we will meet up for a 45-minute Portsmouth Harbour cruise before weend the day with afternoon tea at SpinnakerTower’s Café in the Clouds.

We will depart Portsmouth around 5pm andexpect to commence our set-downs early-to-mid evening.


2015

13 April £269pp Tour SB4

6 July £319pp Tour SB7

29 Sept £269pp Tour SB9

INCLUDED:

• Coach travel & excursions

• 4 night’s accommodation

sharing an en-suite

twin/double room at the

Shanklin Beach Hotel - no

single room supplement

• 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners

5 Days Half Board from £269pp

TOUR SB4/7/9

The Isle of Wight has more beautyand variety to offer than anycomparable area of Britain. Steeped in history with over 60miles of stunning unspoilt coastlineand a wealth of attractions, the Isleof Wight has something foreveryone. From historic sites tonatural delights, it is a uniqueholiday destination.The journey to the island is apleasure in itself, passing throughscenic Hampshire countrysidebefore cruising across the Solent tothe island. Our base is the Shanklin BeachHotel in Shanklin facing theseafront.ITINERARY

Day 1: Depart from local pick-uppoints in the morning for the driveto Portsmouth to join the ferry toFishbourne. Once on the islandthere’s a short, picturesque driveto the hotel in Shanklin.

We check in at the hotel in time tosettle in before dinner.

Day 2: Full day excursion to WestWight taking in The Needles andYarmouth.

Day 3: Our excursion today will takeus to Sandown and Godshill. Dinnerat the hotel.

Day 4: Today’s included visit willtake us to Ryde. The coach will alsomake a drop o>/pick-up at OsborneHouse for those wishing to visit.Admission at own expense - £13.90adults, £12.50 seniors; admission isfree for English Heritage members.Please remember to bring yourmembership card.

Day 5: We check out of the hotelafter breakfast and start our journeyhome. We expect to return to youroriginal pick-up point during theevening.

Isle of WightCoast & Country Explorer

The Needles

West Wight

Shanklin Beach Hotel

Located on the stunning seafrontesplanade of Shanklin, and now undernew management, the Shanklin BeachHotel is ideal for our holiday. Originallybuilt as two individual hotels, they havebeen joined to create the largest hotelon the seafront offering superb seaviews across beautiful sandy beaches.

Continuing upgrades are adding newfacilities. A central lift serves the maintwo floors of the accommodation andthe large restaurant has a wide range ofmenu choices. There is live nightlyentertainment.


2015

16 April- Tour BB4

09 July - Tour BB7

03 Sept - Tour BB9

INCLUDED:


• 11⁄2 hour steam train ride on

the Bluebell Line with a

Cream Tea

• Free time in Brighton


TOUR BB4/7/9

Bluebells bloom by the railway

Brighton and the Bluebell LineSteam & Cream

The Bluebell Line is the world’s first

standard gauge preserved passenger

railway. Located on part of the ex

London, Brighton & South Coast Railway

Lewes to East Grinstead line in Sussex,

the Bluebell Railway was opened in 1960.

The Bluebell Railway boasts the longest

tunnel on any preserved railway;

Sharpthorne Tunnel between Horsted

Keynes and Kingscote is 780yds (710m)

long.

The stations, locomotives and carriages

are all restored to a high standard and

the historic ambience of the line is well

maintained.

A traditional Cream Tea is served on

board as you steam through the

beautiful Sussex Countryside. Afternoon

Tea includes: scones, jam, cream & tea

Itinerary:

Join the coach at your local pick-up

point and relax as we make the

short drive to Brighton.

In Brighton you will have free time to

explore at leisure and obtain lunch.

Apart from the seafront and the pier, ‘The

Lanes’ are an historic part of the city

where you’ll find antiques and craft

shops as well as plenty of bars and cafés.

Mid afternoon we depart Brighton for

the short drive to Sheffield Park to join

the Bluebell line for our steam train ride.

As the train steams through picturesque

Sussex countryside you will enjoy a

cream tea served at your table.

After the steam train ride we rejoin

the coach for the

return to your

original

joining

point mid-

evening.


2015

20 April £319 Tour TO4

12 Oct £319 Tour TO10

INCLUDED:

• 4 nights hotel stay in a twin or

double-bedded en-suite room

• 4 dinners & 4 breakfasts

• Excursions as stated

• Return coach travel from local

pick-up points

NOT INCLUDED:

• Single room supplement £25


TOUR TO4/10

Torquay: Famed as the birthplace ofAgatha Christie, Torquay continues toentice guests of all ages year after year.Known as the ‘English Riviera’ by theVictorians, Torquay combines relaxedholidays where there is an abundanceof cafés and restaurants, all-weatherattractions and a lively nightlife.

Recently the star of its own TV show -Fish Town, Brixham has been thecentre of the area’s fishing industry forcenturies. You can find out more aboutthe town’s maritime past at theBrixham Heritage Museum – or tastethe local catch in one of the town’scafés or restaurants.

Dartmouth in Devon – the Jewel ofthe South Hams has ancient narrowstreets which house boutique shops,art galleries & delicatessens. A cobbledmarket place features colourful stallsand Farmers markets on certain dayssell local produce – used by thegourmet restaurants, pubs & cafés. Thewhole town is dominated by the

Britannia Royal Naval College perchedabove the harbour.ITINERARYDay 1: We drive to Torquay, making arefreshment stop en-route. We anticipatearriving at our hotel late afternoon.Dinner at the hotel.

Day 2: Today we will take a leisurely driveround Torbay, visiting Paignton andBrixham. While Paignton is very much atypical seaside town, Brixham remains aworking fishing port. Dinner at the hotel.

Day 3: Morning Free in Torquay. Thisafternoon we will revisit our childhoodwith a trip to Babbacombe Model Village.Dinner at the hotel.

Day 4: Our visit today will take us toDartmouth, home of the Royal NavalCollege and steeped in naval traditionsgoing back hundreds of years. There is anoptional river cruise (£8.50pp supp’t).Dinner at the hotel.

Day 5: We check out of the hotel afterbreakfast and start our journey home, wereturn to your original pick-up point lateafternoon/early evening.

Torquay and the English Riviera

Torquay Harbour

The Gleneagles Hotel, Torquay

The Gleneagles is now widelyregarded as the best 3-star hotelin Torquay. With a wonderfulhillside position overlookingAnstey’s Cove and RedgateBeach, the hotel has stylishbedrooms, a bar-lounge withstunning views of the Devoncoastline and a poolsiderestaurant serving unique globalfood with a traditional Britishtouch.

All rooms are tastefully designedwith en suite bathroom, TV,hairdryer and a hot drinksrefreshment tray. All rooms havebalconies

Babbacombe Model Village Brixham


2015

24 April - Tour HA4

INCLUDED:


as stated

• 3 nights hotel stay at Jury’s

Inn, Brewery Wharf, Leeds,

sharing a twin/double room


NOT INCLUDED:

• Single Supplement £45

4 Days Half-Board £269pp

TOUR HA4Harrogate Spring Flower Show & York

Jury’s Inn, Brewery Wharf,Leeds

Jury’s Inn Leeds – Based atBrewery Wharf, Jury’s Inn Leedsis a modern hotel located withinwalking distance of the citycentre. The hotel has a bar,restaurant & Costa Coffee.Rooms are all en-suite with Flatscreen TV, Tea & Coffee makingfacilities & hairdryer

The Harrogate Spring Flower

Show hosts Britain’s biggest

exhibition by florists and flower

arrangers. Marvel at over 150

painstakingly prepared works of art,

plus many large scale displays

created by flower clubs and floristry

colleges across the country.

You will find thousands of high-

quality garden products, unique

handmade crafts, lovely gifts and

specialist foods at the show. A plant

and product crèche is available so

that you can drop after you shop!

York is rich in ancient history,

romantic ambience and fun

activities, and is the perfect holiday

destination for couples, families and

groups. Renowned for its exquisite

architecture, tangle of quaint

cobbled streets, iconic York Minster

and wealth of visitor attractions

including the National Rail

Museum, The Jorvik Centre, York

Minster and The Castle Museum.

ITINERARY

Day 1: We travel to Leeds making a

refreshment stop en-route. We will

arrive at our hotel with time to relax

before dinner.

Day 2: Full-day excursion to York.

Day 3: Full-day to excursion to the

Harrogate Spring Flower Show.

Day 4: Depart the hotel after

breakfast and return home making

a refreshment stop en-route.

Historic YorkPlenty of garden design ideas at theHarrogate show


2015

4 May £339 Tour WM5

10 Oct £319 Tour WM10

INCLUDED:






pick-up points

NOT INCLUDED:

Single room supplement £25


TOUR WM5/10

Weymouth has a fine Georgian seafrontproviding an impressive backdrop to thelong arc of fine, golden sand. The viewsfrom the bay are spectacular, stretchingacross the horizon taking in the WorldHeritage Jurassic Coastline. Weymouth'sbeautiful safe, sandy beaches, richheritage and spectacular coastline makeit a firm favourite holiday destination.The 95 miles of coastline stretching fromExmouth in East Devon to Old HarryRocks in Studland Bay in Dorset is worldrenowned as the Jurassic Coast and isdefinitely one of the places to visit duringour stay in Dorset.The Jurassic Coast is England’s firstnatural UNESCO World Heritage Site andranks among the Great Barrier Reef andthe Grand Canyon as one of the wondersof the natural world. The great arch atDurdle Door is one of its most spectacularsites.West Bay is the gateway to the JurassicCoast and is now also famous as thehome of TV’s Broadchurch.Bournemouth is Dorset’s best-knownholiday resort and, with seven miles of

golden sands and sparkling sea, it drawsvisitors all year round. The vibrantcosmopolitan town centre ispedestrianised and has a vast variety ofshops, restaurants, bars and cafés. ITINERARYDay 1: We drive to Weymouth, making arefreshment stop en-route. We anticipatearriving at our hotel late afternoon.Dinner at the hotel.Day 2: Today we have a full-day excursionto Bournemouth, returning to the hotellate afternoon. Dinner at the hotel.Day 3: Today we visit Bridport, where it’smarket day, and West Bay, fictional hometo TV’s Broadchurch. Dinner at the hotel.Day 4: Morning Free in Weymouth. Thisafternoon we will take a leisurely drivealong the Jurassic Coast to see theUNESCO World Heritage site of LulworthCove and the famous Durdle Doorlimestone arch. Dinner at the hotel.Day 5: We check out of the hotel afterbreakfast and start our journey home, wereturn to your original pick-up point lateafternoon/early evening.

Weymouth & Dorset Jurassic Coast Explorer

Durdle Door

The Prince Regent Hotel, WeymouthThe Prince Regent is regarded bymany as the leading Weymouthhotel. Purpose built in classic earlyVictorian style, the hotel sits onWeymouth’s historic promenadeoverlooking the sea. The hotelboasts a fully restored Georgianballroom, featuring a large maplesprung dancefloor, live acts andmusic a-plenty - a great place toenjoy classic holiday entertainmentat its best. In addition to liveentertainment, there’s prize bingoevery evening plus quizzes andgames to keep the fun going.There’s also a comfortable guestlounge adjoining the bar - an idealplace to relax and enjoy a quietdrink.All bedrooms are en-suite withtoiletries, hairdryer, TV,tea/coffee-making facilities and wifi.Bournemouth Weymouth


2015

10 May £459pp Tour DG5

INCLUDED:

• 5 nights in a twin or double en-

suite room

• 5 dinners & 5 breakfasts - buffet

style

• Excursions as per itinerary

Entry to: Hartland Abbey and

Gardens, Marwood Hill Gardens

and Rosemoor Garden


pick-up points

NOT INCLUDED:Single room supplement £25

6 Days Half Board+ £459pp

TOUR DG5

Beautiful North Devon offers dramaticcoastlines, sandy coves, rugged moorsand verdant valleys all waiting to beexplored.Hartland Abbey is a fascinating housewith a welcoming feel only experiencedin a cherished family home with all itstreasures and memorabilia collectedover many generations. The beautiful18th-century walled and woodlandgardens, the walks and the parklandprovide visitors with extensive groundsthrough which to wander and enjoy thestunning valley leading down to theAtlantic Ocean.Marwood Hill is a magical and veryspecial 20-acre private garden withthree lakes set in a valley tucked away inNorth Devon 4 miles from Barnstable.Created by Dr Jimmy Smart VMH in thelate 1950s the garden is a wonderfulhaven in which to relax and enjoy theimpressive collections of plants, shrubsand trees and experience the views andpeaceful atmosphere.RHS Rosemoor Garden was originallycreated by Lady Anne Berry, and is atrue plantsman's garden. Rosemoor issurrounded by woodland, and theacidic soil and valley-bottom locationproffer their own challenges as, despitea generally mild climate, the garden issubject to frosts from October to May.

Highly ornamental gardens with shrubs,roses, perennials and bulbs wereestablished during the first 10 years of thegardens' life, and now the emphasis hasshifted to more extensive, long-termprojects. For example, the surroundingwoodland has been purchased and isbeing carefully managed to reintroducenative trees and wild flowers.ITINERARYDay 1: We drive to North Devon, makingrefreshment stops en-route. Weanticipate arriving at our hotel lateafternoon.Day 2: This morning we will visit HartlandAbbey and Gardens. We will spend theafternoon across the Cornish border inthe seaside resort of Bude.Day 3: Today’s full-day excursion will takeus to Lynton & Lynmouth - where Exmoormeets the sea. We continue from there toMarwood Hill Garden.Day 4: Today we will visit Rosemoor andCroyde - Croyde is a magical place withsuperb sandy beaches, the village issteeped in old-world charm.Day 5: Free day to relax and explore atleisure.Day 6: We check out of the hotel afterbreakfast and start our journey home, wereturn to your original pick-up point lateafternoon/ evening.

Beautiful Gardens of Devon

Marwood Hill Garden

The Royal Hotel, Woolacombe

The Royal Hotel Woolacombe issituated overlooking the beautifulvillage and bay of Woolacombe.

Facilities include: indoor swimmingpool, games room, The Tudor barwith live entertainment mostnights, and the Lundy Restaurantwhich enjoys spectacular viewsover National Trust opencountryside and views to the sea.

All bedrooms are en-suite with TVand Tea/ Coffee making facilitiesRHS Rosemoor Garden

Bourton on the Water and Stratford-upon -Avon afternoon tea cruise


2015

14 May - BC5

11 June - BC6

30 July - BC7

06 August - BC8-2

13 August - BC8-3

INCLUDED:


• Free time in Bourton on the

Water

• 90-minute River Avon cruise

on The Countess of Evesham

• Afternoon Tea on board -

fresh scones, jam, fresh

cream, fresh strawberries and

as much tea or coffee as you

like.

There is a cash bar where

drinks can be purchased at

additional cost

Great Day Out £49

TOUR BC5/6/7/8

Bourton on the Water

The Countess of Evesham

The River Avon at Stratford

Bourton-on-the-Water has beendescribed as the 'Little Venice' of

the Cotswolds and is one of the

most popular tourist spots in the

region with charming shops, cafe's,

and attractions. The village

straddles the river Windrush with its

series of elegant low bridges beside

neat tree-shaded greens and tidy

stone banks. Standing back from

the river are traditional Cotswolds

buildings, many of which are now

tourist shops for the day-trippers

and visitors.

Countess of Evesham The

Countess of Evesham is a popular,

well established family run 70ft

restaurant cruiser. Enjoy the peace,

tranquillity and enchanting views

while aboard the Restaurant Boat

cruising some of the most

delightful stretches of the gently

flowing River Avon.

ITINERARY:

We depart local pick-ups in the

morning and head to picture

postcard Bourton on the Water.

Early afternoon we will then

continue to Stratford upon Avon

where we will join our river cruiser,

the Countess of Evesham.

We will enjoy a 90-min cruise

during which afternoon tea will be

served. We will depart Stratford late

afternoon and expect to commence

our set-downs around 6pm


2015

24 May - Tour LQ5

INCLUDED:


as stated

• 2 nights hotel stay at Days

Inn, Liverpool, sharing a

twin/double room


NOT INCLUDED:

• Single Supplement £30


TOUR LQ5Three Queens Across the Mersey -Celebrating Cunard’s 175th Anniversary

Your hotel: The Days InnLiverpoolThe hotel is located in the heartof the city’s business district justminutes away from LiverpoolOne and The Albert Dock. It hasa bar and restaurant. Rooms aremodern with private en-suitebathroom, TV, tea/coffeemaking facilities.

Cunard’s three Ocean Queens willsail into the River Mersey for aspectacular celebration of thecompany’s 175th anniversary.

The Elizabeth, Mary and Victoriavessels will form the centrepiece ofglobal celebrations for the famousshipping line’s birthday in 2015.

Liverpool – which is the birthplaceand spiritual home of Cunard – willjoin its sister city New York wherethey have previously gathered forspecial occasions.

All three ships will assemble in frontof the world famous Three Graces atthe city’s Pier Head at mid-morningbefore the QM2 departs first.

The three ships will be close to thefamous Cunard Building on the PierHead – Cunard’s headquarters from1917 to 1967 – for a once-in-a-lifetime event that will makemaritime history.

The spectacular showpiece isconsidered to be the jewel in thecrown in Cunard’s globalcelebrations.

ITINERARY

Day 1:We travel to Liverpoolmaking a refreshment stop en-route. We will arrive at our hotelwith time to relax before dinner.

Day 2 : Full day in Liverpool takingin the 175th Anniversarycelebrations of Cunard - details ofprogramme TBC

Day 3: Depart the hotel afterbreakfast and head into Chester.There will be free time forsightseeing and lunch before wecommence our journey homemaking a refreshment stop en-route. We expect to commence ourset downs early evening.

The Cunard building in LiverpoolLiverpool’s famous Pierhead


201525 May - Tour BO514 Sept - Tour BO9

INCLUDED:

• 4 nights hotel stay at the Picadilly

Hotel, Bournemouth, sharing a

twin/double room

• 4 breakfasts & 4 dinners

• Return coach travel & excursions

NOT INCLUDED:

• Add 2 x two-and-a-half-hour

Latin, Ballroom & Social Dancing

sessions Wednesday & Thursday

from 2.00pm-4.30pm for just

£12 pp

• Single supplement £60


TOUR BO5Bournemouth, Dorset & the New Forest PLUSDance option

Your hotel: The Piccadilly Hotel,BournemouthThe Picadilly is one of the highestrated AA 3-star hotels inBournemouth, perfectly situated inthe exclusive East Cliff area of theresort, a short stroll from thestunning blue flag beaches, thefabulous gardens that separate thepedestrian shopping centre anddesigner boutiques, from the sea.The hotel has a restaurant, lounge,bar. Bedrooms are all en-suite withTV, tea and coffee making facilitiesand hairdryers.

Bournemouth, Dorset and the NewForest are the gems in southernEngland’s tourist destinations.Blessed with fine beaches,spectacular countryside andbeautiful protected woodland thearea offers unrivalled scenic beautywhich draws visitors back time aftertime.With 7 miles of golden sands andsparkling sea, the vibrantcosmopolitan resort ofBournemouth is a great holidaydestination. There’s a vast variety ofshops, restaurants, a buzzingnightlife, beautiful award winninggardens and watersports galore. Dorset is a county of contrasts,offering the very best ofcountryside, coastline, includingthe historic Jurassic Coast. The New Forest is a lively, workinglandscape with many secrets todiscover. The wild ponies have freerein and the natural woodlandprovides an array of beautiful walksand glades.

ITINERARYDay 1:We drive to Bournemouthmaking a refreshment stop en-route.

Day 2: After a leisurely breakfastyou have the morning free toexplore the town or take a walkalong the promenades. Earlyafternoon we depart for PooleHarbour where you will have timeto explore.

Day 3: After breakfast we drive toChristchurch. You will have freetime to explore.

Day 4: After breakfast we drive intothe New Forest for a scenic tour.We will stop for lunch in Lyndhurst.

Day 5:We check out of the hotelafter breakfast and leave the resortmid-afternoon. We anticipatereturning to your original pick-uppoint by late afternoon/earlyevening.

ChristchurchNew Forest ponies

Bournemouth beach and pier


2015

13 July £379 Tour LD7

INCLUDED:






pick-up points

NOT INCLUDED:



TOUR LD7

The Lake District is renowned as one ofBritain’s most scenic National Parks with awealth of scenic beauty from tranquil lakesto craggy mountain passes, quaint oldtowns and plenty of historical and culturalinterest. The Lakes is also the home of BeatrixPotter and at Hill Top Farm you candiscover all about Peter Rabbit, JemimaPuddle-Duck and all their friends in amagical indoor recreation of BeatrixPotter‘s little books, complete with thesights, sounds and smells of thecountryside. Ullswater is said to be England’s mostbeautiful lake and is also the setting forWilliam Wordsworth’s famous “Daffodils”poem.On the shores of Derwentwater, Keswick isa pretty market town offering range ofattractions for visitors, from shops andrestaurants to interesting museums andboat trips on the lake. Bowness-on-Windermere is a delightfultown on the shores of Windermere. Thetown is one of the main centres of outdooractivities in the UK with a wide variety oflake and mountain-fell activities on offer.The Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railwayruns steam trains from Bowness Pier toLakeside .

ITINERARYDay 1: We drive to our hotel makingrefreshment stops en-route. We anticipatearriving at our hotel late afternoon. Dinnerat the hotel.Day 2: Today we will visit the NorthernLakes including Ullswater and Keswick onDerwent Water.Day 3: Today we will enjoy a scenic driveover the breathtaking Kirkstone Passstopping at quaint Hawkshead andbustling Ambleside at the top of LakeWindermere, returning to the hotel lateafternoon. Dinner at the hotel.Day 4: Our visit today takes us to the Worldof Beatrix Potter where you can experienceall her magical tales brought to life. You willdiscover an insight into the author whoheld a great affection for the beauty of theLake District and made it her home. Thenwe continue to Bowness-on-Windermerewhere there will be free time beforeenjoying an afternoon tea at the LindethHowe Hotel, which was once owned by theBeatrix Potter herself. Dinner at the hotel.Day 5: We check out of the hotel afterbreakfast and start our journey home, wereturn to your original pick-up point lateafternoon/early evening.

Beatrix Potter’s Lake District Landscapes

The Cumbria Park Hotel

Proud to be a family-owned andrun business with friendly,attentive sta@, the Hotel boasts 53en-suite bedrooms, a restaurant,bar and gym.

The hotel is a series of oldVictorian-style terraces historicallysituated on a section of the outernorth wall of the Roman FortPetriana, which formed part of thehistoric Hadrian’s Wall. All roomsare unique. They have en-suitebathrooms and are equipped withFreeview TV, tea and co@ee-making facilities, telephone,hairdryer, desk, wiA and roomservice.Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway Beatrix Potter World

Lake Windermere


2015

20 August - Tour BA8

INCLUDED:


• Birds Eye view of the

Bournemouth Air Show from

the Cliffeside Hotel

• 2 course lunch - Best of British

Buffet followed by

Strawberries and Cream

• Glass of Pimms

• Glass of English wine or fruit

juice


TOUR BA8

Bournemouth Air Show

Bournemouth Air Show & Best of British Buffet

Voted one of the ten best air shows inthe world the Bournemouth Air Festivalis the UK’s biggest and best aviationfestival with the 2014 event attractingover 1.2 million visitors and 1,000 boats.

Taking place in August, betweenBournemouth and Boscombe Piers,festival-goers can expect to see displaysby some of the most famous planes anddisplay teams on the planet.

The line-up for this year is still to befinalised but last year’s show includeddare-devil displays by the Red Arrows,Battle of Britain memorial flight, RAFTyphoon, Lancaster Bomber, TheChinook mk2 Helicopter Team, The RAFFalcons Parachute Display Team, Sally B:B17 Flying Fortress and lots more.

The action doesn’t just happen in the air,there is plenty going on on the groundtoo with a mile and a half of stalls anddisplays located between Bournemouthand Boscombe Piers at Pier Approach.

ITINERARY:

Join the coach at your local pick-up point

and relax as we drive to Bournemouth,

making a refreshment stop en-route.

Take your front-row seat at the heart of

the flight path of Bournemouth’s

Airshow!

The Cliffeside Hotel is located on the

clifftop between the two piers. Take

advantage of the hotel’s ocean view

lounges, terraces and viewing platforms

and enjoy this magnificent event in style!

Arrive to a chilled glass of Summer

Pimms and fruit and enjoy a Best of

British buffet full of English Pies, Game

Pie, Gala Pie, fresh Salmon and Seafood,

roasted Meats, Scotch Eggs, homemade

Chutneys, Salad selection and more…

Enjoy a glass of award winning English

wine or fresh juice followed by fresh

strawberries and clotted cream.

BOOK EARLY TO AVOID

DISAPPOINTMENTONLY - 50 PLACES

AVAILABLE FOR THIS EVENT

The Cli$eside Hotel

Buckingham Palace State Rooms &Gardens plus Tea on the Thames


2015

27 August - £89pp - Tour BP8

INCLUDED:


• Admission to Buckingham

Palace Gardens and State

Rooms

• Afternoon Tea on the Thames

on the Yacht London

Great Day Out £89

TOUR BU8

Buckingham Palace garden The Yacht London restaurant

Buckingham PalaceEnjoy a leisurely day out atBuckingham Palace and combine avisit to the State Rooms with a guidedtour of the famous garden.The Garden Highlights Tour includesthe beautiful herbaceous border, thewisteria-clad summer house and rosegarden, the enormous Waterloo Vaseand the Palace tennis court, whereKing George VI and Fred Perry playedin the 1930s. The 39-acre garden istoday the setting for The Queen'sGarden Parties. Described as 'a walledoasis in the middle of London', itboasts more than 350 types of wildCower, over 200 trees and a 3-acre lake.Between the audio tour of the StateRooms and the guided tour of thegarden, there is time to take in thepanoramic view from the Garden Caféand to visit the Garden shop.The Yacht LondonThe Yacht London is a luxury steamyacht with a fabulous history whichhas recently undergone a £1,000,000restoration and modernisation while

retaining all of its 1930s charm.Permanently moored on the NorthBank of the Thames, betweenEmbankment and Temple, the yacht islocated a short distance from theHouses of Parliament and boastsmagniBcent views of the Thames andSouthbank. Your afternoon tea will include a fruitscone with clotted cream &homemade jam. A selection of FingerSandwiches and freshly baked cakes.Afternoon Tea is served with Pot ofEnglish tea (CoAee is also available).Itinerary:Depart local pick-ups early morningand drive straight to BuckinghamPalace where we have timedadmission. We will spend approx 3hours at the Palace and Gardens. Mid-afternoon we will drive the shortdistance to the Yacht London -moored on the River Thames - wherewe will enjoy afternoon tea beforeheading home. We expect to return to your originaljoining point early evening. Buckingham Palace garden

Buckingham Palace


201528 August - Tour DR8

INCLUDED:


• 3 night’s accommodationsharing a twin double room

• 3 dinners and 3 breakfast

HOTEL OPTIONS:



Preston Sands Hotel,PaigntonThe award winning Preston SandsHotel in Paignton, more popularlyknown as the Hotel on the Beach, issituated directly opposite the largesandy beach of Preston Sands.Ideally located in the heart of theEnglish Riviera, on the South DevonCoastline, the Hotel occupies apeaceful spot with no through traffic.Paignton centre, including otherbeaches and the quaint harbour areall on the level and just a short strollaway from the Hotel, ideal for a strollafter breakfast or even before/afterdinner Modern Restaurant withexcellent service, food andentertainment and with stunningsea views, Cosy Lounge/Bar withwonderful views across the Bay.Tea/Coffee Facilities and Freeview TVin all Bedrooms.

TOUR DR8

The historic Port of Dartmouth Royal

Regatta hosts a truly unique event

based around a programme of the

aquatic sports of rowing, sailing and

swimming. The Royal Regatta

incorporates a wide range of activities

such as a naval ship presence, air

displays & live music.

Nearly 100,000 people visit Dartmouth

during the Regatta period, making the

Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta one of

the largest public events in the South

West, and the second largest Regatta in

the UK.

Torbay, is a large, semi-circular bay on

the south coast, famous for its long

sandy beaches, picturesque views, red

sandstone cliffs and clear waters. To the

west, Torbay is edged by steep hills

creating a sun-trap with a local micro-

climate that is warmer than the rest of

the country. The bay features three

distinctly different 19th century holiday

resort towns of Paignton, Torquay and

Brixham.

ITINERARYDay 1: Depart from local pick-up pointsin the morning for the drive to Paignton,

we will make a refreshment stop en-route

and expect to arrive at our hotel late

afternoon. There will be time to relax

before dinner.

Day 2: Morning at leisure in Paignton.This afternoon we will visit Dartmouth

where the Royal Regatta will be in full

swing. Events are still to be finalised but

we expect them to include: fly-pasts,

funfair, street market, rowing, and barrel

rolling. We will return to the hotel late

tonight after the fireworks.Please note:

For operational reasons dinner tonight

will be replaced by a packed tea.

Day 3: Scenic excursion around Torbaywith stops in Torquay and Brixham.

Day 4: Depart the hotel after breakfastand start the journey home. We will make

refreshments stops en-route and expect

to return to your original pick-up point in

the evening.

View From Preston Sands HotelDartmouth Royal Regatta

Dartmouth Royal Regatta& South Devon

Dartmouth Regatta *reworks

DATE - PRICE - CODE

2015

19 September £329 Tour NQ9

INCLUDED:

• 4 nights in a twin or double en-

suite room


• Excursions as per itinerary

• Entry to The Eden Project


NOT INCLUDED:



TOUR NQ9

Cornwall's south coast is a green andgold tapestry of wooded hillsdropping down to secluded coves,inlets that hide enchanted fishingvillages and pilgrim trails that windpast sleepy farms and ancient stones.With a vast diversity of activities, youmight walk on sandy beaches, visitthe Humid Tropics & Mediterraneanat the Eden Project, or stroll - asDaphne du Maurier did - on a moor asold as time itself.The curve of St Austell Bay, with Looeand Polperro to the east andMevagissey to the west, forms thecentre of Cornwall’s ‘Riviera Coast’ andthe amazing Eden Project is nearby. However, the south coast is not alonewhen it comes to Cornish delights.The north coast has just as muchclaim to fame including the popularresorts of St Ives and Newquay - ourbase for this holiday.ITINERARYDay 1:We drive to Newquay, makingrefreshment stops en-route. We

expect to arrive at our hotel lateafternoon.Day 2: Free morning at leisure inNewquay. This afternoon we will takea drive to St Ives - home to a thrivingartists’ community, notable for theBarbara Hepworth Sculpture Garden.Day 3: Full day excursion to the twinfishing villages of Looe and Polperro.Here you can enjoy the contrastbetween the bustling working portand sandy beaches of Looe and theold world charm of Polperro.Day 4: Today we will visit the EdenProject - an amazing display ofecological sustainability in massivedome-shaped ‘biomes’. Here you cansee plants from all over the world innaturalistic settings. We will make anafternoon tea stop in Mevagissey onthe way back to the hotel.Day 5:We check out of the hotel afterbreakfast and start our journey home,we return to your original pick-uppoint late afternoon/ evening.

Newquay & the Cornish RivieraPLUS The Eden Project

The Barrowfield Hotel,Newquay

The Barrowfield Hotel islocated 200 yards fromTolcarne Beach and just a tenminute walk into the centre ofNewquay.

All rooms are en-suite with TVwith Freeview, tea/ coffeemaking facilities

Hotel facilities include: indoorpool, jacuzzi and sauna,games room, outside terraceand patio, coffee shop, bar,lounge and ballroom. There islive nightly entertainment

St Ives The Eden Project

Looe


2015

28 Nov - £99pp - Tour

BW11

INCLUDED:

• Return Coach Travel & visits

as stated

• 1 night sharing a

twin/double room

• 1 dinner and 1 breakfast

NOT INCLUDED:



Hilton Hotel, Bromsgrove

The en-suite bedrooms are

superbly furnished with TV and

hospitality tray. There is also a

swimming pool and fitness centre

as well as an elegant restaurant

serving a good range of cuisine

and comfortable bar.

TOUR BW11Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market & Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre

Birmingham's Frankfurt ChristmasMarket has become a huge favouritewith both residents and visitors to thecity from all over the UK and Europe. Itis now the largest outdoor ChristmasMarket in the country. Having run forthe last 12 years, the FrankfurtChristmas Market is now thecentrepiece of the city’s annualChristmas events calendar.

Traditional stalls offer the usual array ofbeautiful handmade toys, Christmasdecorations, original jewellery and craftgoods as well as a carousel to keepyounger visitors entertained.

Visitors can enjoy the delights ofGerman mulled wine (Gluhwein),grilled sausages, vegetarian options,pretzels, German beer, and for thosewith a sweet tooth, gingerbread, crepesand marzipan sweets.

Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayreis the leading Victorian-themed streetmarket in the West Midlands,celebrating its 22nd anniversary thisyear. More than a hundred stalls will fillthe atmospheric streets of Worcester’shistoric heart with the colours, soundsand irresistible aromas of Christmas forthis extra special time of year.

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Depart from local pick-up points

in the early morning and drive to

Birmingham. There will be free time to

take in the festive atmosphere, shop and

obtain refreshments. Late afternoon we

drive to the hotel for dinner and our

overnight stay.

Day 2: After breakfast we check out of the

hotel and drive to Worcester where the

Victorian Christmas Fayre will be in full

swing. You will have time to explore and

obtain lunch before we head for home.

We expect to return to your original

joining point by early evening.

Hilton Hotel, Bromsgrove

Birmingham’s Frankfurt Xmas Market

Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre

Best of the 60s and 70s Christmas PartyWarner Norton Grange, Isle of Wight


2015

27 Nov - £279 - Tour XN11

INCLUDED:•• Free Bar from 6pm tomidnight nightly - housebeers & spirits, wine by theglass, pumped soft drinks &pumped mixers• Full entertainment & activitiesprogramme• 3 nights standard chalet -£279Standard-plus chalet - £294 Premier chalet - £309Single chalet - £279• 3 breakfasts & 3 dinners• Return coach travel andexcursions


ACCOMMODATIONRelax in your comfy chalet, situatedin single story terraces near themain entertainment and restaurantcomplex. Every chalet is lookedafter by a team of housekeeperswho ensure they are clean and tidywith fresh linen and towels.

Standard chaletStandard include en-suitebathroom, toiletries, hairdryer,central heating, tea & coffeemaking facilities & biscuits, TV &radio. There is a choice of single,twin & double-bedded chalets.

Standard-plus chalet - add £15ppIn addition to the facilities availablein a standrad chalet, these havehigher quality decor and fixturesincluding a flat screen TV.

Premier chalet - add £30ppClassy furnishings, extra space, still& sparkling water and iron &ironing board are the extrafinishing touches in NortonGrange’s highest chalet grade.

TOUR XN11

Great Entertainment, Free Drinks,

and a super location make

Warner’s Norton Grange resort, at

Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight, our

most popular Christmas Party

venue.

This Christmas we’re featuring

music from the 60s & 70s

including Edison Lighthouse who

recorded Love Grows where my

Rosemary goes plus tributes to

Dusty Springfield and Tom Jones

and lots of festive and nostalgic

fun.

There’s also a Free Bar from 6pm to

midnight every night.

Norton Grange Resort is surrounded

by scenic coastal walks and is just

yards form the Solent - a real

holiday hotspot on the Isle of

Wight.

Great facilities include a pitch-and-

putt golf course and croquet lawn,

outdoor bowls and an indoor

swimming pool.

Enjoy great food with a full range

of breakfast choices each

morning. Dinner is 3 courses with

plenty of choice each evening,

served either at the carvery or

from the menu at your table.

Accommodation is in centrally-

heated chalets with TV and

tea/coffee-making facilities and

en-suite bathroom & toilet.

The Waterfront Lounge

Standard chalet Standard-plus chalet Premier chalet

The swimming pool

Incorporating GN Holidays18th Bithday Party

River Avon Christmas Lunch Cruise& Festive Stratford upon Avon


2015

3 Dec- £69 - Tour FS12-1

10 Dec - £69 - Tour FS12-2

INCLUDED:


• Free time in Stratford-upon-

Avon

• 3 hour cruise on the

Countess of Evesham

• 3 course traditional

Christmas lunch on-board.

Starter, main course and

dessert

There is a cash bar where

drinks can be purchased at

additional cost

Note: Special diets can be

catered for - but must be

advised at time of booking


TOUR FS12

Stratford-upon-Avon is a markettown with more than 800 years ofhistory, containing not only manybuildings that survive today andwould have been familiar toShakespeare, but also a thrivingcommunity o7ering a wide varietyof leisure and shoppingexperiences.

The Christmas lights display inStratford over the Festive period isconsidered to be one of the 8nest inthe UK.

Countess of Evesham is a popular,well-established family-run 70ftrestaurant cruiser. Enjoy the peace,tranquillity and enchanting viewswhile aboard the Restaurant Boatcruising some of the mostdelightful stretches of the gentlyflowing River Avon.

ITINERARY:

We will depart local pick-ups in the

morning and head to Stratford

upon Avon where we will join our

River cruiser, the Countess of

Evesham. We will enjoy a 3-hour

cruise during which a traditional 3 -

course Christmas lunch will be

served. After lunch there will time

to explore Stratford-upon-Avon at

leisure. Perhaps you’ll indulge in a

spot of Christmas shopping or

maybe you will just take in the

fabulous festive atmosphere. We

will depart early evening, arriving

back at your joining point mid-

evening.

DATES - PRICES - CODES201523 December - Tour XW12

INCLUDED:• Coach travel• Excursions includingPantomime and a Train rideon the Isle of Wight Railway• 4 night’s en-suiteaccommodation in a twin,double or single room• 4 breakfasts, 4 dinners andChristmas Lunch• FREE Christmas GiftNOT INCLUDED:

• Seaview Supplement -£20pp (Twin and Doublerooms only)

5 Days Half Board + £359pp

TOUR XW12

The Isle of Wight has more beautyand variety to offer than anycomparable area of Britain.

Steeped in history with over 60miles of stunning unspoilt coastlineand a wealth of attractions, the Isleof Wight has something foreveryone. From historic sites tonatural delights, it is a uniqueholiday destination.

The journey to the island is apleasure in itself, passing throughscenic Hampshire countrysidebefore cruising across the Solent tothe island.

Our base is the Shanklin BeachHotel in Shanklin facing theseafront.

ITINERARY

23 Dec: Depart from local pick-uppoints in the morning for the driveto Portsmouth to join the ferry toFishbourne. Once on the island

there’s a short, picturesque drive tothe hotel in Shanklin.

We check in at the hotel in time tosettle in before dinner.

Christmas Eve: Today we will enjoy ascenic drive around the island andtake a ride on the Isle of Wight SteamRailway with mince pie and mulledwine.

Christmas Day: A day at leisure in thehotel.

Boxing Day: We will transfer theshort distance to Shanklin Old Village.There will be time to obtain lunch inone of the pubs or restaurants beforewe take in the Pantomime at TheShanklin Theatre.

27 Dec: We check out of the hotelafter breakfast and start our journeyhome. We expect to return to youroriginal pick-up point during theevening.

Christmas on the Isle of Wight

Shanklin Old Village

Shanklin Beach HotelLocated on the stunning seafrontesplanade of Shanklin, and now undernew management, the Shanklin BeachHotel is ideal for our holiday. Originallybuilt as two individual hotels, they havebeen joined to create the largest hotelon the seafront offering superb seaviews across beautiful sandy beaches.

Continuing upgrades are adding newfacilities. A central lift serves the maintwo floors of the accommodation andthe large restaurant has a wide range ofmenu choices.

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AS DUSTY SPRINGFIELDONLY £10pp DEPOSIT

Royale room Signature Room

GN Holidays Premium Party Break

Ambassador Room

Super 60s Carry On New Year PartyWarner Bembridge Coast Hotel, Isle of Wight

Join us for a private party thatextends the New Year festivities andtakes us on a trip down memorylane - for over 40s only - at WarnerBembridge, on the seafront on theIsle of Wight. Our weekend breakincludes a gala New Year’s Eve party- complete with countdown tomidnight, lots of nostalgic fun andFree Drinks every night. As usualthe Good News holidays team willbe at Bembridge to ensure a greattime is had by all.

We’ve lined up a superentertainment programmefeaturing 60s Bands the Fourmost &The Dreamers, a tribute to DustySpringfield with Maxine Mazumder

and the ever-popular teampantomime.

The journey to the island is apleasure in itself with coach travelfrom local joining points to thesouth coast, before a relaxing 40-minute cruise across the Solentfrom the historic naval port ofPortsmouth to the creek setting ofFishbourne.

During the crossing, you can sitback and take in the lovely views asPortsmouth, Southsea and HaylingIsland recede into the distance andthe seaside villages of Ryde andFishbourne get ever closer. FromFishbourne, the cross-island

journey takes in picturesquecountryside before arriving atWarner’s Bembridge Coast Hotel.

Day 1: Depart from local pick-uppoints in the morning. We head forPortsmouth to take an earlyafternoon ferry to the island. Wewill arrive at Bembridge Coast Hotelwith time to settle in before dinner.

Day 2 & 3: Enjoy the resort facilities,entertainment, free drinks, 6pm to12pm, and 2 included half-dayexcursions.

Day 4: Depart Bembridge afterbreakfast and head for home. Weanticipate returning to your originaljoining point during the afternoon.

Fans of Strictly come Dancingand dance enthusiasts are in fora treat at our exclusive break onthe Isle of Wight. We are takingover Warner’s Bembridge CoastHotel again with a tailor madeweekend featuring dancetuition, dance cabaret, socialdancing, a Gala Ball and muchmore.Richard Still and MorganHemphill, 6 Times UK Ten DanceChampions, will demonstrate forus on the Friday evening andSaturday evening and provide amini Latin Workshop onSaturday afternoon.With a huge 8,860 sq ft dance floor and reserved tables and seating exclusivelyfor a maximum of 200 dance guests, comfort and space are guaranteed. Tuition- up to 8 hours - is courtesy of Philip Wylie of Ballroom & Latin Dance specialistsHoliday & Dance.Add to this a packed entertainment programme in the show lounge, great foodin the refurbished restaurant, Free drinksfrom 6pm to midnight every night.

Optional Come DancingParty Package


20168 to 11 Jan - Tour BP1-PART

INCLUDED:• Coach travel and two half-dayexcursions

• 3 nights sharing an en-suitechalet with TV and tea/coffeetray - upgrades available

• 3 dinners and 3 breakfasts• Full Entertainmentprogramme with 60s bands the Fourmost &The Dreamers, a tribute toDusty Springfield PLUS aFestive Panto PLUS a NewYear’s Eve Party night

• FREE Bar from 6pm tomidnight every night forhouse beers, wines, spirits &pumped mixers

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS:• Double chalet £269pp • Twin or double - main hotel£299pp

• Twin or double sea view -main hotel £314pp

• Twin or double Signatureroom - main hotel £344pp

• Royale room -main hotel£359pp

• Sole occupancy doublechalet £269pp

• Sole occupancy main hotel£329pp

3 nights from £269pp

TOUR BP1-PART

£50

Restaurant Swimming Pool Lounge

Bembridge Coast HotelBembridge Coast Hotel is set inmagnificent grounds, with outstandingsea views across the Solent. Have apleasant stroll around the formal Spanishgarden and the idyllic secludedcourtyard. With a combination ofcomfort and a relaxing atmosphere youare bound to feel at ease during yourstay with us.

With so many daily activities too choosefrom we know there will be somethingfor you! If your break is more aboutrelaxing, try the indoor heatedswimming, steam room, sauna and evena tropicarium. The beauty team arealways on site to pamper you withfacials, massages and decléortreatments.

The Four Tides restaurant boasts a

relaxing atmosphere within a natural

and fresh environment. There is plenty to

choose from including the extensive

menu served at your table, or the full

buffet and carvery. Grab yourself a drink

(Free every night) at the Solent Lounge

Bar and take a seat as the entertainment

unfolds before you.

Warm and cosy, the whole resort is under

one roof with a choice of

accommodation. It’s all about crisp

sheets, squashy pillows and space to

relax. Whether you want to indulge in

luxury, or opt for a good basic room we

have just the right choice for you.

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GN HOLIDAYS BOOKING FORMsend completed form to: GN Holidays, 3 Station Approach, Higher Denham, Uxbridge, UB9 5EL

tel: 01895 83 33 33 • fax: 01895 83 33 99 • email: [email protected]

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On behalf of the passengers named above, I confirm and accept the booking conditions, the insurance andpassport conditions - see left - and the holiday as described in the brochure (and if taking our insurancethe details and requirements of cover contained within the certificate). I am over 18 years of age.

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• When you book you must pay the deposit amount stated in this brochure or as advised. Theremainder/balance of the holiday cost must be paid at least 8 weeks before commencement ofthe holiday. Day trips must be paid in full at time of booking.• Make cheques payable to: GN HOLIDAYS

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card payments incur no surcharge.

• We are unable to accept payment by Solo, Electron or American Express cards.

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GN Holidays Booking Conditions & Important InformationYOUR CONTRACT IS WITH GOOD NEWS HOLIDAYS LTD

(TRADING AS GN HOLIDAYS & GN VOYAGES), ABTA NUMBERY0291.

1. YOUR HOLIDAY CONTRACT: When you make a booking youguarantee that you have the authority to accept and do accept onbehalf of your party the terms of these booking conditions. A contractwill exist as soon as we issue our confirmation invoice. This contract ismade on the terms of these booking conditions, which are governed byEnglish Law, and the jurisdiction of the English Courts. If you had notseen these terms and conditions when you made your booking and youare not happy to proceed with the booking now that you have seenthem please return all documentation to us, within 7 days of the date oforiginal invoice. Your booking will be cancelled and your monies will bereturned in full, provided you have not commenced your travel. Thisclause does not apply if your booking was made after the usual finalbalance due date – 8 weeks or more depending on the holiday booked.2. YOUR FINANCIAL PROTECTION: The Package Travel, PackageHolidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 require us to providesecurity for the monies that you pay for the package holidays bookedwith us and for your repatriation in the event of our insolvency. We havea bond lodged with ABTA, which provides you with financial security forour coach, rail and self-drive holidays. When you buy an ATOL protectedair holiday package from us you will receive a Confirmation Invoiceconfirming your arrangements and your protection under our Air TravelOrganiser’s Licence number 9362. In the unlikely event of ourinsolvency, the CAA will ensure that you are not stranded abroad andwill arrange to refund any money you have paid to us for an advancebooking. For further information visit the ATOL website atwww.atol.org.uk. The price of our air holiday packages includes theamount of £2.50 per person as part of the ATOL Protection Contribution(APC) we pay to the CAA. This charge is included in our advertisedprices.3. ABTA:We are a Member of ABTA, membership number Y0291. We areobliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code ofConduct. We can also offer you an arbitration scheme for the resolutionof disputes arising out of, or in connection with this contract. Furtherinformation on the Code and arbitration can be found on ABTA’swebsite www.abta.com. The arbitration scheme is arranged by ABTAand administered independently by IDRS, part of the CharteredInstitute of Arbitrators. It provides for a simple and inexpensive methodof arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on you inrespect of costs. Full details will be provided on request or can beobtained from the ABTA website. The scheme does not apply to claimsfor an amount greater than £5,000 per person. There is also a limit of£25,000 per booking form. Neither does it apply to claims, which aresolely in respect of physical injury or illness or their consequences. Thescheme can however deal with compensation claims which include anelement of minor injury or illness subject to a limit of £1,000 on theamount the arbitrator can award per person in respect of this element.The application for arbitration and Statement of Claim must be receivedby IDRS within nine months of the date of return from the holiday.Outside this time limit arbitration under the Scheme may still beavailable if the company agrees, but the ABTA Code does not requiresuch agreement. For injury and illness claims, you may like to use theABTA/Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Mediation Procedure. This is avoluntary scheme and requires us to agree for mediation to go ahead.The aim is to help you resolve your dispute in a quick and cost effectiveway. Details on request or from www.abta.com.

Period before departurewithin which cancellation

letter is received More than 56 days

56 - 49 days 48 - 22 days 21 - 8 days

7-1 days Departure day

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4. YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE:(a) We reserve the right to alter the prices of any of the holidays shown in

our brochure. You will be advised of the current price of the holidaythat you wish to book before your contract is confirmed.

(b) When you book you must pay the deposit amount stated in thebrochure or as advised. The remainder/balance of the holiday costmust be paid at least 8 weeks before commencement of the holidayOR sooner for some cruise/premium holidays as stated in thisbrochure.

(c) The price of your travel arrangements may include an element paid inEuros. Unless otherwise stated in the tour details, the rate ofexchange applicable to the holiday(s) in this brochure was based on1.1 Euro to 1GBP.

(d) Changes in transportation costs, including the cost of fuel, taxes orfees chargeable for services such as landing taxes or embarkation ordisembarkation fees at ports and airports and exchange rates meanthat the price of your travel arrangements may change after youhave booked. However there will be no change within 30 days ofyour departure. We will absorb and you will not be charged for anyincrease equivalent to 2% of the price of your travel arrangements,which excludes insurance premiums and any amendment charges.You will be charged for the amount over and above that, plus anadministration charge of £1.00 per person together with an amountto cover sellers’ commission. If this means that you have to pay anincrease of more than 10% of the price of your travel arrangements,you will have the option of accepting a change to another holiday ifwe are able to offer one (if this is of equivalent or higher quality youwill not have to pay more but if it is of lower quality you will berefunded the difference in price), or cancelling and receiving a fullrefund of all monies paid, except for any amendment charges. Wewill consider an appropriate refund of insurance premiums paid ifyou can show that you are unable to transfer or reuse your policy.Should you decide to cancel for this reason, you must exercise yourright to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on your finalinvoice. Should the price of your holiday go down due to thechanges mentioned above, by more than 2% of your holiday cost,then any refund due will be paid to you. However, please note thattravel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency andsome apparent changes have no impact on the price of your traveldue to contractual and other protection in place.

5. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING: If, after our confirmation invoicehas been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in anyway, for example your chosen departure date or accommodation, we willdo our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible.Any request for changes to be made must be in writing from the personwho made the booking. You will be asked to pay an administrationcharge (amounts vary dependent upon at what stage the change ismade and the type of holiday – ask for details), and any further cost weincur in making this alteration. You should be aware that these costscould increase the closer to the departure date that changes are madeand you should contact us as soon as possible. Note: Certain travelarrangements may not be changeable after a reservation has been madeand any alteration request could incur a cancellation charge of up to100% of that part of the arrangements. 6. IF YOU CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY: You, or any member of your party,may cancel your travel arrangements at any time. Written notificationfrom the person who made the booking must be received at our officesby letter or e-mail. (telephone cancellations are not accepted) Since weincur costs in cancelling your travel arrangements, you will have to paythe applicable cancellation charges up to the total holiday price. Note: Ifthe reason for your cancellation is covered under the terms of your

insurance policy, you may be able to reclaim these charges. A transfer ofholiday arrangements to a later departure date, or to a holiday costingless will normally be treated as a cancellation and re-booking (see tablebelow).

Please note different cancellation charges to those shown above mayapply to some cruise bookings – please refer to the Cruise Line’s ownterms & conditions, when shown, for the scale of charges.7. IF WE CHANGE OR CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY: It is unlikely that we willhave to make any changes to your travel arrangements, but we do planthe arrangements many months in advance. Occasionally, we may haveto make changes and we reserve the right to do so at any time. Most ofthese changes will be minor and we will advise you of them at theearliest possible date. We also reserve the right in any circumstances tocancel your travel arrangements. For example, if the minimum numberof clients required for a particular travel arrangement is not reached, wemay have to cancel it. However, we will not cancel your travelarrangements less than 8 weeks, or as stated in this brochure, beforeyour departure date except for reasons of force majeure or failure by youto pay the final balance. If we are unable to provide the booked travelarrangements, you can either have a refund of all monies paid or acceptan offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard fromus, if available (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of alower value). In accordance with EU Regulation 2111/2005 we arerequired to advise you of the actual carrier operating yourflight/connecting flight/transfer. We do this by listing carriers to be usedor likely to be used in the brochure/ on the confirmation. Any changes tothe actual airline after you have received your tickets will be notified toyou as soon as possible and in all cases at check-in or at the boardinggate. Such a change is deemed to be a minor change. Other examples ofminor changes include alteration of your outward/return flights by lessthan 12 hours, changes to aircraft type, change of accommodation toanother of the same standard. If we make a major change to yourholiday, we will inform you as soon as reasonably possible if there is timebefore your departure. You will have the choice of either accepting thechange of arrangements, accepting an offer of alternative travelarrangements of comparable standard from us if available (we willrefund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value), orcancelling your booked holiday and receiving a full refund of all moniespaid. In all cases, except where the major change arises due to reasons offorce majeure, The compensation that we offer does not exclude youfrom claiming more if you are entitled to do so. Force Majeure: We willnot pay you compensation if we have to cancel or change your travelarrangements in any way because of unusual or unforeseeablecircumstances beyond our control. These can include, for example, war,riot, industrial dispute, terrorist activity and its consequences, natural ornuclear disaster, fire, adverse weather conditions, epidemics andpandemics, unavoidable technical problems with transport.

10. PROMPT ASSISTANCE IN RESORT: if the contract we have with youis not performed or is improperly performed as a result of failuresattributable to a third party unconnected with the provision of theservices, or as a result of failures due to unusual and unforeseeablecircumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could nothave been avoided even if all due care had been exercised, or an eventwhich we or our suppliers, even with all due care, could not foresee orforestall, and you suffer an injury or other material loss, we will offer yousuch prompt assistance as is reasonable in the circumstances.11. PASSPORT, VISA AND IMMIGRATION REQUIREMENTS: Yourspecific passport and visa requirements, and other immigrationrequirements are your responsibility and you should confirm these withthe relevant Embassies and/or Consulates. We do not accept anyresponsibility if you cannot travel because you have not complied withany passport, visa or immigration requirements.12. HOLIDAYS BY COACH: Coaches used are modern and comfortable,usually with WC. In the event of operational difficulties, on day tours andon short journeys we reserve the right to use coaches without thisfacility. All coach departure points are offered subject to a minimum of 8passengers joining at each. However, we will do our utmost to meet allpick-up requests regardless of this minimum subject to operationalconstraints such as driver hours regulations. Your actual departure pointand time will be confirmed with your travel documents.COACH SEAT NUMBERS will be printed on your travel documentsplease notify us of any special requests at the time of booking. Smokingand/or alcohol consumption are not permitted on the coaches. No-onewill be allowed to board the coach if they are considered to be at our solediscretion unfit to travel through excessive alcohol consumption.13. HOLIDAYS BY TRAIN: Where possible we will reserve seats for yourjourneys, but we cannot always guarantee that seats will be together orin the direction of travel. Please be aware that trains in Europe are oftendouble-deck, and, we have no control over which deck we are allocated.Where we travel by overnight sleeper train beds are upper and lowerunless stated otherwise.14. EXCURSIONS: Excursions or other tours that you may choose tobook or pay for whilst you are on holiday are not part of your packageholiday provided by us.15. FITNESS TO TRAVEL/ REFUSED TRAVEL: At check-in we reserve theright to refuse travel to anyone who has failed to declare to us in advanceany mobility limitations/ and or health issues, and who in our opinion, isnot fit to travel because they are a danger to themselves or othertravellers. In this instance no refund or compensation will be paid.16. ACCOMMODATION ONLY: Where accommodation only is provided,transportation to and from the accommodation is your soleresponsibility.17. TICKETS: Travel documents/ tickets with timings and final itinerarieswill normally be sent to you around 7 days before departure.18. JOINING OUR HOLIDAYS: Your arrangements with us begin and endat the point you join our holiday. We cannot accept any responsibility fortravel arrangements you make to or from this point. (For those who needto make independent travel arrangements to get to a station/airport orwho need to arrange an overnight hotel prior to/after a tour - werecommend you check with us, and wait until we are in a position toconfirm exact timings before you book or make any reservations.) 19. TRAVEL INSURANCE: It is a condition of travel that everyone

travelling outside mainland UK must have adequate insurance cover –details of the insurance for everyone in your party must be notified to GNHolidays no later than at the time of paying your balance. As a result ofrecent changes in legislation GN Holidays have chosen not to sell travelinsurance. Regrettably our staff are not able to offer help or advice onthis subject nor able to recommend insurers.20. TRAVEL DELAYS: Occasionally delays will occur. In the event we willwork closely with all carriers to ensure the delay is as short as possible.We will try to make sure that arrangements are made for refreshments,when appropriate, but these arrangements will usually be theresponsibility of the carrier.Any claim for delays should be directed to your travel insurer. In theunlikely event your flight is delayed more than 4 hours or cancelled, youshould contact GN Holidays for guidance. It is your responsibility toobtain written confirmation of the delay/ cancellation from the airline/rail operator before you leave the airport/ station – this will be requiredshould it be necessary to claim on your travel insurance.21. PORTERAGE: Porterage is not included unless indicated in theholiday description. Our Tour Managers are not able to offer any luggageassistance. When packing your luggage, please remember that it is youthat will have to carry it.22. BROCHURE INFORMATION & TIMINGS: All information in ourbrochures is correct at the time of going to print. All timings given areapproximate (often firm schedules are not available when a tour is firstput on sale). Precise timings and a full itinerary will be sent to you withyour travel documents. You are asked to remember that veryoccasionally resort or other facilities may be withdrawn for maintenanceor other reasons beyond our control, such as the sudden onset ofadverse weather conditions. In these unusual circumstances we shallbear no resulting liability. Any photographs/ illustrations shown in thisbrochure are representative of the type of holiday/ country/ area(s)visited and do not necessarily depict your exact accommodation/destination unless stated.23. ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR: Anti-social behaviour of any kind willnot be tolerated on our holidays. We reserve the right to terminate yourholiday at any time if in our opinion, or the opinion of any person inauthority your behaviour causes offence, danger, damage or distress toother people. In this event our responsibility for your holiday will cease.You will be liable for any additional costs incurred and NO refund will begiven for any part of the tour not undertaken. If your actions causedamage, or result in your transportation being delayed or diverted, youagree to fully indemnify us against any claim (including legal costs)made against us by, or on behalf of, the recipient/ owner.24. DATA PROTECTION POLICY: Please be assured we take every step toprotect your personal information. Data is not used for any otherpurpose, or passed to any third party, other than in conjunction withtravel arrangements booked or as required by law i.e to securityservices/immigration or when the the holiday was advertised as a‘Reader Offer’ to the publisher of the offer. GN Holidays (or the publisher)may contact you from time to time by telephone, mail or e-mail withoffers of goods and services. If you prefer us (or the publisher) not tocontact you, for this purpose please write to us at GN Holidays, 3 StationApproach, Higher Denham, Uxbridge, Middx, UB9 5EL. This brochure is our responsibility, as your tour operator. It is not issued onbehalf of, and does not commit any airline or rail company mentioned hereinwhose services are used in the course of your travel arrangements.

8. IF YOU HAVE A COMPLAINT: If you have a problem during yourholiday, please inform the relevant supplier (e.g. your hotelier)immediately. When your holiday is escorted you should also inform yourTour Manager/Coach Driver who will endeavour to put things right. Inthe event they are unable to resolve the matter you should contact ouroffice on 01895 83 33 33 or on the out-of-hours emergency numberwhich you will find on your itinerary. If your complaint is not resolvedlocally, please follow this up within 28 days of your return home bywriting to our Customer Services Department at GN Holidays, 3 StationApproach, Higher Denham, Uxbridge, Middx, UB9 5EL giving yourbooking reference and all other relevant information. Please keep yourletter concise and to the point. This will assist us to quickly identify yourconcerns and speed up our response to you. It is strongly recommendedthat you communicate any complaint to the supplier of the services inquestion as well as to our representative without delay and complete areport form whilst in resort. If you fail to follow this simple procedure wewill have been deprived of the opportunity to investigate and rectifyyour complaint whilst you were in resort and this may affect your rightsunder this contract. 9. OUR LIABILITY TO YOU: If the contract we have with you is notperformed or is improperly performed by us or our suppliers we will payyou appropriate compensation if this has affected the enjoyment of yourtravel arrangements.However we will not be liable where any failure in the performance ofthe contract is due to: you; or a third party unconnected with theprovision of the travel arrangements and where the failure isunforeseeable or unavoidable; or unusual and unforeseeablecircumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could nothave been avoided even if all due care had been exercised; or an eventwhich we or our suppliers, even with all due care, could not foresee orforestall. Our liability, except in cases involving death, injury or illness,shall be limited to a maximum of two times the cost of your travelarrangements. Our liability will also be limited in accordance with and/orin an identical manner to: (a) The contractual terms of the companiesthat provide the transportation for your travel arrangements. Theseterms are incorporated into this contract; and (b) Any relevantinternational convention, for example the Montreal Convention inrespect of travel by air, the Athens Convention in respect of travel by sea,the Berne Convention in respect of travel by rail and the ParisConvention in respect of the provision of accommodation, which limitthe amount of compensation that you can claim for death, injury, delayto passengers and loss, damage and delay to luggage.We are to be regarded as having all benefit of any limitation ofcompensation contained in these or any conventions. You can ask forcopies of the transport companies' contractual terms, or theinternational conventions, from our offices GN Holidays, 3 StationApproach, Higher Denham, Uxbridge, Middx, UB9 5EL. Under EU law(Regulation 261/2004) you have rights in some circumstances to refundsand/or compensation from your airline in cases of denied boarding,cancellation or delay to flights. Full details of these rights will bepublicised at EU airports and will also be available from airlines. Howeverreimbursement in such cases will not automatically entitle you to arefund of your holiday cost from us. Your right to a refund and/orcompensation from us is set out in clause 6. If any payments to you aredue from us, any payment made to you by the airline will be deductedfrom this amount. If your airline does not comply with these rules youshould complain to the Air Transport Users' Council on 020 7240 6061www.auc.org.uk

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