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At Telegraph Travel, we believe travel is best experienced with 

knowledgeable guides and with people who share common interests. 

Our goal is simple: to bring Belfast Telegraph readers together in classic 

locations for first-class experiences. 

How would you like seven nights on Lake Como, touring St Moritz and 

Milan? Plus a half-day lake tour by boat? It’s all part of our eight day tour 

of Lake Como, St Moritz and Milan (page 20). 

If Ireland is more your style, Telegraph Travel is offering five day tours 

of Cork and Kerry (page 25) and four day tours of Dublin & the Wicklow 

Mountains (page 30). 

Whatever holiday you choose, we’re sure you’ll enjoy it. So pack your 

bags. Leave the rest to us. 

The Belfast Telegraph Travel Team 

Dublin city breaks 

Just €89pp 

The Belfast Telegraph offers readers a fantastic value weekend 

Dublin break with 3* hotel stay and luxury coach travel. 

There are many wonderful sights to see in Dublin, including - Trinity 

College, Phoenix Park, the Custom House, O’Connell Street, Temple 

Bar, Dublin Castle, the Guinness Storehouse, the Museum of Modern 

Art, the National Botanic Gardens, and much more... 

The price includes: 

l Return luxury coach travel from Ballymena, Belfast, Banbridge, 

and Newry with Chambers of Belfast 

l Saturday night at the three-star Grand Canal Hotel, Dublin 

l Evening meal on arrival, and full Irish breakfast in the morning 

Murder Mystery weekend 

Just €139pp 

Saturday 9 & Saturday 30 October 2010 

Enjoy a luxury coaching break to Dublin with a night of 

intrigue and Murder Mystery. 

Have lunch in Dublin on arrival, and spend the 

afternoon at leisure. In the evening, there will be a gala 

dinner at the hotel with a night of Murder Mystery. See 

the sights in Dublin the following day before leaving 

on Sunday afternoon. 


To book: 0844 571 0702 quoting: Belfast Telegraph 

travel with us... 

l Return luxury coaching from Ballymena, Belfast, 

Banbridge & Newry with Chambers of Belfast 

l A murder mystery night, including a three-course gala dinner 

l 1-nt at the 3* Grand Canal Hotel, Dublin, with full Irish Breakfast in the morning 

Offer operated by the Grand Canal Hotel, whose booking conditions apply; a company independent of Independent News and Media (NI). 

Dublin 

02 Or visit www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/travel 

READER OFFER 

Travel by 

Coach 

Christ Church 

Available weekends Price, pp 

14 / 15 August 2010 € 89 



4 / 5 September 2010 € 89 

16 / 17 October 2010 € 89 

29 / 30 January 2010 € 89

1) 

Choose your theatre 

break package: 

Hotel, coach & ticket 

All prices include: 

l Return luxury coaching from Ballymena, Belfast, 

Banbridge & Newry with Chambers of Belfast 

l Overnight at the three-star Grand Canal Hotel with a 

pre-show meal, and full Irish breakfast 

l A ticket to the show of your choice (choose from below) 

Hotel, rail & ticket 


l Return rail travel from Belfast to Dublin 

l An overnight stay at the 3* Grand Canal Hotel, Dublin, and 

a pre-show meal 

l A ticket to the show of your choice (choose from below) 

2) 

Choose your show: 

Tango Passion 

Chitty Chitty 

Rocky Horror 

Fame 

By coach from €149pp 

By rail from €159pp 

21, 28 August & 4 September 2010 

One of the theatrical highlights of 2010, this production of 

Fame the musical features the TV show winners, as seen on 

RTÉ1. With fabulous sets and the country’s top production 

team, this promises to be a spectacular event. 

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang 



24 July & 14 August 2010 

The Award Winning West End production comes to 

Dublin, with a cast and crew of over 100 (including 10 dogs), 

sensational sets, a full orchestra and stunning special effects! 

The Rocky Horror Show 



16 October 2010 

Sing-along anthems, a zany cast of characters, and a 

relentless, strangely winning, campy energy. The Rocky Horror 

Show follows squeaky-clean sweethearts Brad and Janet on 

an adventure they’ll never forget, with the scandalous Frank 

‘n Furter, rippling Rocky, and vivacious Magenta. Christopher 

Biggins narrates. 

Hairspray 



19 & 26 November 2010 

The West End’s favourite comes to Dublin! Hairspray stars 

Michael Ball, and tells the story of Tracy Turnblad, a big girl 

with big hair and an even bigger heart as she sets out to follow 

her extraordinary dreams, inspire her mum and win the boy 

she loves. 


Offer operated by the Grand Canal Hotel, whose booking conditions apply; a company independent of Independent News and Media (NI). 

Or visit www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/travel 

THEATRE BREAKS 

Riverdance Travel by coach 

Riverdance – The Farewell Tour 



14, 21, 28 August 2010 

Riverdance is an internationally acclaimed show, fusing Irish and 

international dance, and delightfully bringing traditional dance 

and music into the present day, capturing the 

imagination of audiences across all ages and cultures. 

Tango Pasion Ultimo Tango 



22 October 2010 

This show first appeared at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées on 

31 January 1996, and has since set up a worldwide fanbase. A 

bonanza of music, song and, dance, this production will not tell 

just one story, but will be structured around 30 scenes. 

Strictly Come Dancing 



29 January 2011 

See Strictly Come Dancing The Live Tour 2011 at Dublin’s O2 

Arena. The 2011 tour will showcase the glitz, glamour and 

impressive choreography as with previous years, but with a new 

line-up of former contestants from the hit BBC1 television show 

taking part. 

Ticket upgrades are available – please call for details 

*Tango Pasion (22nd October 2010), and Hairspray (19th & 26th November 2010) are both for outward bound journey on the Friday evening, returning Saturday 

03

04 

Two night city breaks from £199pp 

Travel until March 2011, the price includes: 

l Return flights from Belfast or Dublin with taxes 

l Airport taxes and one piece of checked luggage per person 

l Hand-picked hotel accommodation with breakfast 

l FREE night offers on selected dates and destinations 

Rome 


Destination Price per 

person from 

Offer Fly from 

Amsterdam £229 2-nts central 2* hotel. Selected dates - FREE upgrade to 3* hotel Belfast or Dublin 

Barcelona £199 2-nts central 2* hotel. Upgrade to 3* £30 Belfast or Dublin 

Berlin £229 2-nts central 3* hotel.Selected dates - 3rd nt FREE Dublin 

Bratislava £239 2-nts central 4* hotel. Selected dates - 3rd nt FREE Dublin 

Bruges £239 2-nts central 3* hotel. Selected dates - 3rd nt FREE Dublin 

Brussels £239 2-nts central 2* hotel. Selected dates - FREE upgrade to 3* hotel Dublin 

Budapest £249 3-nts central 3* hotel. Selected dates - FREE upgrade to 4* hotel Dublin 

Edinburgh £199 2-nts central 2* hotel. Selected dates - FREE upgrade to 3* hotel Belfast or Dublin 

Faro £229 3-nts central 3* hotel. Selected dates - FREE upgrade to 4* hotel Belfast or Dublin 

Florence £239 3-nts central 2* hotel. Selected dates - FREE upgrade to 3* hotel Dublin (until Oct '10) 

Frankfurt £229 2-nts central 2* hotel. Selected dates - 3rd nt FREE Dublin 

Gdansk £229 2-nts central 3* hotel. Selected dates - FREE upgrade to 4* hotel Dublin 

Hamburg £229 2-nts central 2* hotel. Selected dates - 3rd nt FREE Dublin 

Krakow £229 2-nts central 3* hotel.Selected dates - 3rd nt FREE Belfast or Dublin 

Lisbon £249 2-nts central 3* hotel. Selected dates - 3rd nt FREE Dublin 

London £199 2-nts central 3* hotel. Extra nt £45 Belfast or Dublin 

Madrid £229 2-nts central 2* hotel. Selected dates - FREE upgrade to 3* hotel Dublin 

Malaga £199 2-nts central 2* hotel. Selected dates - FREE upgrade to 3* hotel Belfast or Dublin 

Malta £289 3-nts central 3* hotel. Selected dates - 4th nt FREE Dublin 

Moscow £699 3-nts central 3* hotel. Flights operate via Amsterdam Dublin 

Murcia £299 3-nts central 3* hotel. Selected dates - FREE upgrade to 4* hotel Dublin 

Nice £229 2-nts central 2* hotel. Selected dates - FREE upgrade to 3* hotel Belfast (until Oct '10) or Dublin 

Paris £199 2-nts central 2* hotel. Selected dates - FREE upgrade to 3* hotel Belfast or Dublin 

Prague £229 2-nts central 3* hotel. Selected dates - 3rd nt FREE Dublin 

Riga £259 3-nts central 3* hotel. Selected dates - FREE upgrade to 4* hotel Dublin 

Rome £299 3-nts central 2* hotel. Selected dates - FREE upgrade to 3* hotel Belfast (until Oct '10) or Dublin 

St Petersburg £689 4-nts central 3* hotel. Flights operate via Amsterdam Dublin 

Stockholm £299 3-nts central 3* hotel. Includes bus transfer to city centre Dublin 

Venice £269 3-nts central 3* hotel. Selected dates - 4th nt FREE Dublin 

Vienna £299 2-nts central 3* hotel. Selected dates - 3rd nt FREE Dublin 

Warsaw £269 3-nts central 4* hotel. Selected dates - FREE upgrade to 5* hotel Dublin 


FREE 

UPGRADE 

OFFERS 

FREE 

NIGHT 

OFFERS 

Nice 


READER OFFER 

Prague, Vienna & Budapest 

Travel until March 2011, 9 nights from £799pp 


l Direct flights from Dublin to Prague returning from Budapest 


l Rail travel between Prague & Vienna , Vienna & Budapest 

l 9-nts central 3* hotel (3-nts in each city) including breakfast 

l Return private transfers between airport/station and hotel in each city 

l Extra nts and hotel upgrades available at a supplement 

Venice, Florence & Rome 



l Direct flights from Dublin to Venice returning from Rome 


l Rail travel between Venice & Florence, Florence & Rome 

l 9-nts central 3* hotel (3-nts in each city) including breakfast 


London & Paris 



l Direct flights from Belfast to London returning from Paris 


l 2-nts central 3* hotel including breakfast in London 

l Standard class Eurostar travel between London & Paris 

l 3-nts central 3* hotel including breakfast in Paris 


These holidays are solely organised by Cities Direct Ltd (ATOL 5501) a company independent of The Independent News and Media. All prices are from, per person, subject to availability and based on two 

sharing a twin room. Single rooms at a supplement. Hotel upgrades, extra and free nights subject to limited selected dates. Travel insurance is not included but strongly recommended.

Las Vegas 

New York, Las Vegas, 

& Miami 

10 nights, three centre stay from just 

£1,199pp 

See a Broadway show in New York, go shopping at 

Bloomingdales, take in Times Square, visit the Empire State 

Building, and enjoy a carriage ride in Central Park. 

Treat yourself amongst the casinos, shopping, and fine dining 

on offer in The Entertainment Capital of the World, and take a 

trip to the Grand Canyon and Death Valley. 

Finish by living the American Dream in Miami (‘The Gateway 

to the Americas’), amongst exotic palm trees, miles of sandy 

beaches, and the excitement of the metropolis all around. 

Your itinerary: 

Fly from Belfast direct to New York for three nights three-star stay 

at the Radisson Lexington Avenue Hotel, Manhattan. Fly from New 

York to Las Vegas for four nights three-star stay at the Circus Circus 

Hotel & Casino on Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas. Fly from Las 

Vegas to Miami for three nights three-star stay at the Casablanca on 

the Ocean Miami Beach. Fly home overnight to Belfast. 


l Direct return flights to 

New York from Belfast 

l All internal flights* 

l 3-nts hotel stay at the 

Radisson Lexington 

Avenue Hotel, New 

York, 4-nts stay in the 

Circus Circus Hotel 

& Casino, Las Vegas, 

and 3 nights at the 

Casablanca, Miami. 

l All taxes 

Miami 

Date Price, pp 

August 2010 £1,459 

September 2010 £1,259 

October 2010 £1,199 

November 2010 £1,259 

December 2010 £1,219 

January 2011 £1,299 

Disney Safari, Orlando 

Call: 0844 472 4179 quoting: Belfast Telegraph 

Orlando, Florida 

10 nights from just £699pp 

Orlando is the home of some of the most famous attractions 

that America has to offer, including: Walt Disney World Resort, 

the Universal Orlando Resort, Central Florida Zoo & Botanical 

Gardens, SeaWorld Adventure Park, Gatorland (alligator and 

crocodile sanctuary), Wet ‘n’ Wild waterpark, and WonderWorks 

amusement park, amongst many others 

Location is everything, and the 3* Quality Inn International 

Drive, Orlando, is situated on a prime spot on the famous 

International Drive, only a ten-minute drive from SeaWorld 

and the Universal Orlando Resort. A nice pub to visit nearby 

is O`Shuck’s, where you can enjoy great entertainment and 

home-made pizza. 

Your room at the 3* Quality Inn International Drive boasts a 

range of facilities, including: air conditioning, a fridge, 

microwave, and satellite TV. Also at the hotel is a restaurant, 

bar (with entertainment) swimming pool, and games room. 


l Return flights to Orlando 

from Belfast 

l 10-nts stay at the Quality 

Inn International Drive, 

Orlando 

l All transfers and taxes 

Date Price, pp 

August 2010 £899 

September 2010 £799 

October 2010 £829 

November 2010 £799 

December 2010 £729 

January 2011 £699 

^Free tour available for October departures only. *Transfer from the airport to the hotel are extra, but can be added on request. Price includes all taxes. Holidays subject to availability, prices correct at time of going to press. 

Holidays licensed and bonded by the Travel Trust Association. License Number U3824 The Cruise Machine Ltd, T/a Vamos Holidays; a company independent of Independent News and Media (NI). 


USA BREAKS 

Toronto 

New York, Boston, & Toronto 

10 nights, three centre stay from just 

£1,199pp 

Beginning in ‘the city that never sleeps’, you will stay in Manhattan, 

where you can take in a Broadway show, shop at Macey’s, dine in 

Chinatown, or stroll in Central Park, amongst many other things... 

Boston, one of the oldest cities in America, was the setting for some of 

its most important political developments. Boston is a beautiful city, 

especially in the autumn, when the colours are spectacular. It is also 

the home of the famous Red Sox baseball team. 

One of the most multi-cultural cities in the world, Toronto is only a 

short distance from the mighty Niagra Falls. It is also a world cultural 

centre, the setting for the Toronto International Film Festival (held 

each September) - likely to attract some big-name stars. 

Your itinerary: 

Fly from Belfast direct to New York for three nights three-star stay at 

the Radisson Lexington Avenue Hotel in Manhattan. Fly from New 

York to Boston for three nights three-star stay at the Boston 

Marriott Burlington Hotel, Boston. Fly from Boston to Toronto for four 

nights three-star stay at the Bond Palace Hotel, Toronto. Fly home 

overnight to Belfast. 


l Direct return flights to New York 


Date 

August 2010 

Price, pp 

£1,399 

l All internal flights* 

September 2010 £1,299 

l 3-nts hotel stay at the Radisson 

Lexington Avenue Hotel, New 

October 2010 £1,299 

York, 3-nts hotel stay at the 

November 2010 £1,199 

Boston Marriott Burlington Hotel, 

Boston, and 4-nts hotel stay at the 

Bond Palace Hotel, Toronto. 

December 2010 

January 2010 

£1,329 

£1,359 

l All taxes 

^FREE ‘maid 

of the mist’ tour 

to the Niagara 

Falls! 

05

06 

FREE 

Upgrades 

available 

Majorca 

Costa Del Sol 

3�All-inclusive Costa Del Sol 

7 nights all-inclusive from just £349pp 

Benalmadena boasts an excellent marina and you can see why 

when you walk all the way along the promenade to Torremoli- 

nos, looking out for the ancient Moorish watchtowers, stopping 

off at the little bars and 

restaurants on the way 

for refreshment. 


l Return direct flights 

to Malaga from 

Belfast 

l 7 nights all-inclusive 

stay at the Palia la 

Roca Hotel^ 

l All taxes and 

transfers 

^When the Palia La Roca is not 

available, the Torremolinos Beach 

Hotel will be used. 

Date 3* Palia La Roca (Bali) 

July £629 

Aug £669 

Sep £539 

Oct £449 

Nov £349 ^ 

Dec £349 ^ 

Jan £369 ^ 

Feb £369 ^ 

Mar £379 ^ 


Tunisia 

4� All-inclusive Tunisia 


In the town centre, but only 200m from the beautiful sandy 

Karaia beach, the 4* Monastir Center in Monastir has all the 

benefits of being both a town and beachfront hotel. 


l Return direct flights 

from Belfast to Monastir 

Airport 

l Seven nights all-inclusive 

stay at the four-star 

Monastir Center Hotel 

l All taxes and transfers 

FREE upgrade to 4* on selected departures^ 

3�All-inclusive Majorca 


Readers can choose from the 3* Star Lunar Park Tropical 

(El Arenal) or upgrade to the 4* Apartments Hotetur Bellvue 

(Puerto Alcudia). 

The town of Alcudia is an historic town with Roman, 

Byzantine and Moorish influences, nestling along the 

southern part of the bay of Pollensa. 


l Return direct flights to Palma from Belfast 

l 7 nights all-inclusive stay at the Lunar Park Hotel or the 

Apartments Hotetur Bellevue 


Date 3* Lunar Park 4* Apartments 

Hotetur Bellevue 

July £599 £599^ 

Aug £669 £699 

Sep £519 £559 

Oct £349 £349^ 


Date 4* Monastir 

Center Hotel 

June £459 

July £549 

Aug £579 

Sept £449 

Oct £419 

Nov £389 

†With the exception of 4* All-inclusive Malta offer, where flights are from Dublin. Price includes all taxes. Holidays subject to availability, prices correct at time of going to press. Holidays licensed and 

bonded by the Travel Trust Association. License Number U3824 The Cruise Machine Ltd, T/a Vamos Holidays; a company independent of Independent News and Media (NI). 


READER OFFER 

FREE upgrade to 5* Grand Bali Hotel ^ 

4�All-inclusive Benidorm 


Your hotel is the 4* Los Dalmatas, only 100m away from 

Benidorm’s Levante beach and yards from a wide array of 

shops, bars and restaurants to suit all tastes. There is also 

superb access to Levante’s nightlife. 

The Los Dalmatas boasts a 

range of facilities, including a 

buffetstyle restaurant 

(offering the best 

international cuisine), a 

range of sports facilities, 

table-tennis, a sauna, and a 

swimming pool. 


l Direct return flights to 

Alicante from Belfast 

l 7 nights all-inclusive stay 

at the 4* Los Dalmatas 


Date 4* Los Dalmatas 

Aug £669 

Sep £539 

Oct £399 

Nov £369^ 

Dec £369* 

Jan £369^ 

Feb £379^ 

Mar £429^ 

*Christmas special – 7nts all-inclusive 

for £469pp on selected departures^ 

Winter warmer 

4� All-inclusive Malta 


Avoid the winter this year by travelling to Malta, where, for 

less than £25 per day, you can enjoy all your food and 

drink (including alcoholic beverages). 

The 4* Soreda Hotel is in the centre of two resorts - Qawra and 

Bugibba, only 30 minutes from the airport, and a short walk 

away from the lively centre of Bugibba and various shops and 

bars. 


l Return direct 

flights to Malta 

Date 

November 

4* Soreda Hotel 

£669 

from Dublin 

December £899 inc xmas & new year 

l 28 nights all-inclusive 

stay at the 

January £699 

Soreda Aparthotel February £699 

l All taxes and 

transfers 

March £759 inc Easter

4�All-inclusive Turkey 


Readers can choose from the 4* Halici Holiday Village resort, or 

the 5*Green Nature Resort (both in Marmaris) in this bargain 

beach holiday where east meets west, where sun-drenched 

beaches await, and where there is a variety of nightlife to suit 

all-comers. 


l Return direct flights to Dalaman from Belfast 

l 7 nights all-inclusive stay at the Halici Holiday Village or Green 

Nature Resort and Spa 


Date 4* Halici Holiday 

Village 

5* Green Nature 

Resort 

July £459 £589 

Aug £479 £649 

Sep £429 £559 

Oct £349 £429 


4�All-inclusive Malta 


Readers are offered the 4* 

Bella Vista Hotel, Qawra, which 

has a great array of facilities 

including: three swimming 

pools, a sauna, wireless internet 

access, and air conditioning 

and satellite TV in the 

rooms. 


l Return direct flights to 

Malta from Dublin 

l 7 nights all-inclusive stay at 

the 4* Bella Vista Hotel 


Date 4* Bella Vista 

Hotel 

July £499 

Aug £499 

Sep £499 

Oct £459 

Nov £349 

Dec £369 

Jan £369 

Feb £369 

Mar £369 

FREE upgrade to 4* on selected departures^ 

3�All-inclusive Crete 


Crete’s Mediterranean coastline is one of the finest in the 

world - 1,000 km long, with soft, sandy beaches, and dotted 

with numerous coves, bays and peninsulas. 

Readers can choose from the 3* Pela Maria, Hersonissos, or 

the 4* Heronissos Hotel, also in Hersonissos, both on the 

island’s northern coast. 


l Return direct flights to Crete from Belfast 

l 7 nights all-inclusive stay at the 3* Pela Maria or 

4* Hersonissos Maris 


Date 3* Pela Maria 4* Heronissos 

July £499 £499 

Aug £579 £599 

Sep £519 £519 

Crete 

†With the exception of 4* All-inclusive Malta offer, where flights are from Dublin. Price includes all taxes. Holidays subject to availability, prices correct at time of going to press. Holidays licensed and 

bonded by the Travel Trust Association. License Number U3824 The Cruise Machine Ltd, T/a Vamos Holidays; a company independent of Independent News and Media (NI). 


Return 

flights from 


3�All-inclusive Bulgaria 


3�All-inclusive Algarve 


BEACH BREAKS 

Malta 

Sunny Beach is one of the most popular tourist destinations in 

the southern area of Bulgaria’s Black Sea Coast. Alongside the 

gently sloping beach, the resorts here offer a real diversity of 

holidays, and great value for money. 

On offer is the 3* Amfora Hotel, and the 4* Imperial Hotel, next 

to Bulgaria’s Sunny Beach. 


l Direct return flights from Belfast to Bulgaria 

l 7 nights all-inclusive stay at the 3* Amfora, or the 4* Imperial 


Date 3* Amfora 4* Imperial 

July £569 £609 

Aug £469 £519 

Sep £399 £429 

Your hotel is the 3* Auramar 

Beach Resort, Albufeira, 

Portugal. There are three 

swimming pools, and facilities 

for a range of sports, as 

well as a sauna and a gym. 

Every week there is a weekly 

themed night, and there is 

a free bus to Albufeira town 

centre three times a day. 


l Return direct flights to 

Faro from Belfast 

l Seven nights all-inclusive 

stay at the 3* Auramar 

Beach Resort 


Algarve 

Date 3* Auramar Beach 

Resort 

Aug £739 

Sep £599 

Oct £489 

Nov £339 

Dec £339 

Jan £339 

Feb £349 

Mar £359 

07

08 

FREE 

UPGRADE 

TO 5� 

FREE upgrade to 5* on selected departures 

Direct flights from Belfast 

All-inclusive 4�Red Sea 

7 nights all-inclusive for just £599pp 

White sandy beaches, crystal clear water, magnificent corals, 

exotic under water flora, and rare tropical fish... Sharm El Sheik 

is one of the most beautiful and famous deep-sea diving 

paradises in the world. 

Pick your favourite from two resorts in Sharm El Sheikh – the 

four-star Three Corners Palmyra Resort (Nabq Bay), or the 

five-star Kiroseiz Resort (Naama Bay). 

The Three Corners Palmyra boasts a range of facilities, including: 

a health club & gym, a nightclub & disco, a swimming pool, 

and wireless internet. Available activities include: scuba diving, 

snorkelling, tennis, billiards and pool. There is also a minibar in 

each room. 

The Kiroseiz is slightly further north on the same stretch of 

coastline. It has a sauna, fitness centre & jacuzzi, an outdoor 

swimming pool, and wireless internet. Available activities 

include: tennis, table tennis, billiards, and karaoke. 


l Return direct flights to Sharm El Sheik from Belfast 

l Seven nights all-inclusive stay at or the four-star Three 

Corners or the 5� Kiroseiz 

l Transfers to and from the airport to the hotel 

l All taxes included 

Date 4* Three Corners 

Palymera Resort 

5* Kiroseiz Resort 

Sep-10 £599 £669 

Oct-10 £629 £699 

Nov-10 £629* £629 

Dec-10 £629* £629 

Jan-11 £659* £659 

Feb-11 £659* £659 

Mar-11 £699* £699 

*Excludes Christmas and Easter departures 

Date 7nt 4* M.S. Sherry 

(full-board) 

Add a 7nt 5* Red Sea 

stay (B&B) 

Aug-10 £929 £420 

Sep-10 £985 £464 

Oct-10 £999 £560 

Nov-10 £915 £374 

Dec-10* £879 £380 

Jan-11 £949 £320 

Feb-11 £985 £314 

Mar-11 £985 £314 

Apr-11* £999 £350 



Cruise the River Nile 

Seven nights full-board from £879pp 

Readers are offered a cruise aboard the four-star superior 

M.S. Sherry, with an option to extend their holiday with a 

seven-night Red Sea stay. 

Itinerary: 

Day 1: Arrive in Luxor. 

Day 2: Visit the Temples of Karnak and Luxor. 

Day 3: Visit the Temple of Edfu. Set sail for Kom Ombo and visit 

the temple there before continuing on to Aswan. Two nights 

at Aswan. 

Day 4: See the High Dam at Aswan, the Old Granite Quarries, 

the Unfinished Obelisk and then the Temple of Philae. Sail by 

felucca around Kitchener’s Island and its botanical gardens. 

Day 5: A leisure day - optional excursions are available. 

Day 6: A day cruising the Nile 

Day 7: The Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, 

Hatshepsut’s Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon & Luxor. 

Optional excursion to the Sound and Light show 

Day 8: In the afternoon, disembark and transfer to the airport 

for your return flight to the UK. 


l Return flights from London Gatwick with flights from 

Belfast and each-way overnight stay in a hotel near the 

airport^, with breakfast 

l Seven nights 4�+ cabin accommodation with full-board 

l 10 excursions, with a fully qualified Egyptologist 

^Hotel used will depend on availability, transfers will be included 

*Excludes Christmas and Easter departures 

FULL-BOARD 

10 FREE 

excursions 

Red Sea 


READER OFFER 

Ultimate Egypt 

After your cruise, extend your stay with a Cairo / 

Luxor extension for seven nights from just £510pp 

Nights 1 – 7: Nile Cruise 

Readers can cruise aboard the four-star superior M.S. Sherry 

enjoying the sights and sounds of the River Nile followed by: 

Nights 8 – 14: Cairo & Luxor extension 

Make this holiday the ultimate Egypt experience, and combine 

visits to must-sees (such as the world famous Pyramids, the 

Sphinx, and the Egyptian National Museum) with luxury 

five-star stays in Cairo and Luxor. Following your cruise, you 

will fly from Luxor to the Capital 

city of Cairo where you will be transferred to the 5* Movenpick 

Pyramids, Cairo, for three nights. During your stay here, you 

will have two half-day excursions. In the first, you will see the 

magnificent Pyramids and the Sphinx at Giza. In the second 

half-day tour, you will visit the Egyptian National Museum in 

Cairo, home to the pharaohs’ greatest treasures. Your 

excursions are accompanied by a fully qualified Egyptologist. 

Finally your holiday ends as you fly back to Luxor to spend your 

final four nights relaxing poolside in a five-star hotel on the 

banks of the River Nile. 


l Return flights Luxor to Cairo, 

taxes and transfers 

l Three nights 5�Movenpick 

Pyramids, Cairo, with 

breakfast 

l Half day excursion to the 

Pyramids and the Sphinx at 

Giza 

l Half-day tour of the 

Egyptian National Museum 

in Cairo 

l Four nights five-star 

Steigenberger Nile Palace, 

Luxor, with breakfast 

Price includes all taxes. Holidays subject to availability, prices correct at time of going to press. Holidays licensed and bonded by the Travel Trust Association. License Number U3824 The Cruise Machine 

Ltd, T/a Vamos Holidays; a company independent of Independent News and Media (NI). 

Cartouche 

Date Cairo / Luxor 

extension, 

from 

Aug-10 £510 

Sep-10 £614 

Oct-10 £600 

Nov-10 £734 

Dec-10* £590 

Jan-11 £780 

Feb-11 £774 

Mar-11 £784 

Apr-11* £660 

To package your Ultimate Egyptian experience, please first 

pick your cruise from the price grid on the left before adding 

the appropriate extension-week from the table on 

the right

3�Algarve 

7 nights half-board from just £229pp 

With its picturesque landscape of sweeping coastlines, pristine 

beaches, world class golf courses and aquamarine seas, Portugal 

is a European paradise. Leave all your cares behind as you head 

for relaxing days on luxurious shores. 

Enjoy a break at the 3* Club Praia da Rocha, situated just 500 

metres from a popular stretch of long sundrenched coastline in 

the resort of Praia da Rocha. Popular with families and couples 

looking for a good base to explore the Algarve, facilities at the 

Club Praia da Rocha include adult and children’s swimming 

pool, indoor swimming pool, 2 restaurants, pool bar, lounge bar, 

tennis, entertainment and more. 


l Return flights 


l All flight tax & 

fuel supplements 

l 7 nights 3* 

accommodation 

l Daily breakfast & 

evening meals 

Date 3* Club Praia da Rocha 

(half-board) 

Aug £479 

Sep £349 

Oct £309 

Nov £259 

Dec £229 

Algarve 

3� Costa Del Sol 

7 nights half board from just £269pp 

Spain’s sunshine coast is synonymous with beautiful golden 

beaches, glamorous resorts, the world’s greatest golf courses 

and a truly charming Spanish atmosphere that makes it one of 

the most sought after destinations and the perfect setting for a 

luxury break. 

Choose from half-board break, or opt for all-inclusive at the 

3* Griego Mar. Located in the very heart of Torremolinos, 

this hotel offers everything you need for the perfect holiday. 

Facilities include swimming pool, restaurant, snack bar, 3 bars, 

nightclub, games room, kids club and more. 

A deposit 

secures your 

booking!* 

3� All-inclusive Majorca 


Firmly established as one of Europe’s most desirable 

destinations, Majorca combines every imaginable holiday 

pleasure. Choose from the quaint narrow streets and 

fascinating elegance of fashionable Palma, the attractive town 

of Santa Ponsa or the bright lights of lively Magalluf. Majorca 

has something to suite every type of traveller and guarantees a 

truly memorable break. 

Spend 7 nights all-inclusive at the 3* Sol Calas de Mallorca 

Resort, offering stunning views across the coastline of Calas de 

Mallorca. Facilities on offer include swimming pools, children’s 

pools, kids clubs, playground, tennis courts, activities, 

entertainment, a range of restaurants, bars and more. 


l Return flights from 


l All flight tax & fuel 

supplements 

l 7 nights 3* 

accommodation 

l All meals, snacks & 

drinks 

Date 3* Griego Mar 

(half-board) 

Date 3* Sol Calas de 

Mallorca Resort 

(all-inclusive) 

Aug £549 

Sep £339 

Oct £289 


l Return flights from Belfast 

l All flight tax & fuel supplements 

l 7 nights 3* hotel on your choice of board basis 

3* Griego Mar 


Aug £469 £559 

Sep £389 £429 

Oct £269 £299 


Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-8.30pm; Saturday 9am-5pm; Sunday 10am-6pm 

Return 

flights from 


Majorca 


Portugal 

Date 3* Sun Maris City Hotel 


Aug £429 

Sep £379 

Oct £369 

BEACH BREAKS 

3� All-inclusive Turkey 


Charming and comfortable, traditional and interesting – Turkey is 

a fascinating profusion of old and new. Whether it is the unspoilt 

beaches of Olu Deniz, the inland villages of Icmeler, or the Riviera 

style resort of Marmaris, this modern day destination is just waiting 

to be explored. 

The 3* Sun Maris City Hotel is situated in the heart of Marmaris, just 

100 metres from the beach. The hotel offers a friendly atmosphere 

with fantastic views of the sea & countryside. Facilities include 

swimming pool, gym, sauna, restaurant, bar and more. 





supplements 

l 7 nights 3* 

accommodation 


drinks 

Holidays are operated by 1aholiday.com which is a trading name of The Global Travel Group plc (ATOL 3973) whose booking 

conditions apply, a company independent of Independent News and Media Plc. Please ask at the time of booking for full details. 

Prices “from” act as indication only and are per person based on 2 sharing, subject to availability & including all taxes. Offers do 

not include transfers, travel insurance or in-flight meals. Supplements apply for bank or school holidays. We reserve the right to 

withdraw offers at any time. Travel restrictions, conditions and credit card surcharges apply. Full balance due 12 weeks prior to 

departure. 

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3� Tenerife 

7 nights half-board from just £299pp 

Baking in year round warmth off the coast of Africa, Tenerife 

offers all types of holiday adventure; whether you’re the sun worshipper 

seeking pacific paradise or sports enthusiast in search of 

ocean adventure. Enjoy the golden beaches and lively nightlife 

of Playa de Las Americas, the traditional town of Los Cristianos or 

the charm of San Augustin. 

Enjoy a half-board break at the 3* Acuario Hotel, situated in a 

quiet area of San Antonio, Puerto de la Cruz. Ideal for those who 

enjoy a peaceful location, with the opportunity to explore the 

island of Tenerife, facilities on offer include swimming pool, 

children’s pool, restaurant, snack bar and pool bar, and more. 





supplements 

l 7 nights 3* 

accommodation 

l Daily breakfast & 

evening meals 

Date 3* Acuario Hotel 

(half-board) 

Sep £369 

Oct £319 

Nov £299 

Dec £339 

3� Salou 

7 nights half board from just £329pp 

Sun-kissed and dry with glittering blue seas and golden 

beaches, the sunshine resort of Salou on Spain’s Costa Dorada 

coast has long been a legendary holiday destination. Offering 

so much to see and do, holidays can vary from the lively and 

entertaining to the traditional and interesting touring the quaint 

restaurants and shops of the Old Town. 

Choose either a half-board break or opt for all-inclusive and have 

all of your meals, snacks & drinks included in the price at the 3* 

Best Oasis Park Hotel in Salou. 

Dates 3* Best Oasis Park 

Hotel (half-board) 


Situated close to the resort centre and 10 minutes from the 

best beaches, facilities on offer include adult and children’s 

swimming pool, restaurant, bar, kids play area, gym and more. 



l All flight tax & fuel supplements 

l 7 nights 3* hotel on your choice of board basis 

3* Best Oasis Park Hotel 


Aug £589 £699 

Sep £329 £429 

Oct £379 £489 



Tenerife 

4� All-inclusive 

Sharm El Sheikh 


As the most accessible holiday resort of the South Sinai 

Peninsula, holidays to Sharm El Sheikh centre round the long 

stretch of coastline and the first class facilities of a modern day 

resort. High class hotels line the white sands and the beach 

provides the setting for a world of exciting water-sports. At 

night expect a cosmopolitan atmosphere that echoes through 

the vast number of boutiques, restaurants and bars. 

The 4* Viva Sharm Hotel offers its own private beach, just ten 

minutes from stunning Naama Bay. Promising a relaxing 

break in unique surroundings, facilities on offer include 

swimming pool for adults and children, restaurant, bar, private 

beach and more. 





supplements 

l 7 nights 4* 

accommodation 


drinks 

A deposit 

secures your 

booking!* 

Dates 4* Viva Sharm 

Hotel 


Sep £519 

Oct £539 

Nov £549 

Dec £399 

Jan £459 

Return 

flights from 


Salou 


READER OFFER 

4� All-inclusive Tunisia 


Blending the chic sophistication of the Mediterranean 

with tempting North African charm, Tunisia is Africa’s most 

favoured holiday destination and guarantees a truly memorable 

sunshine break with plenty for the whole family to enjoy. 

Enjoy 7 nights all-inclusive at the 4* Hammamet Garden 

Resort. Enjoying a great location, with a private section of 

beach only 400 metres away and close to the family friendly 

beaches in the resort of Hammamet, this is a popular choice 

for a Tunisian break. Facilities here include restaurant, café, 

bar, entertainment, indoor and outside swimming pools and 

more. 





supplements 

l 7 nights 4* 

accommodation 

l All meals, snacks 

& drinks 

Dates 4* Hammamet 

Garden Resort 


Sep £429 

Oct £399 

Nov £319 

Dec £539 

Holidays are operated by 1aholiday.com which is a trading name of The Global Travel Group plc (ATOL 3973) whose booking conditions 

apply, a company independent of Independent News and Media Plc. Please ask at the time of booking for full details. Prices 

“from” act as indication only and are per person based on 2 sharing, subject to availability & including all taxes. Offers do not include 

transfers, travel insurance or in-flight meals. Supplements apply for bank or school holidays. We reserve the right to withdraw offers at 

any time. Travel restrictions, conditions and credit card surcharges apply. Full balance due 12 weeks prior to departure.

Las Vegas 

Direct 

flights 

from 

Belfast! 

Morocco & Canaries 

Norwegian Jade 

22 Dec 2010 & 12 Jan, 2 Feb, 

23 Feb, 16 Mar & 6 Apr 2011 

l 11nts 

Fly UK / Overnight in Barcelona > 

Barcelona > Board Ship > 

Casablanca > Agadir (Morocco) > Las 

Palmas (Gran Canaria) > Funchal 

(Madeira) > Malaga > Barcelona / Fly UK 

Interior from 

£619pp 

Dubai Cruise 

Costa Luminosa 

Departing every Sunday from 28 

Nov 2010 to 13 Mar 2011 

l 8nts 

Fly UK / Dubai – Dubai –Bahrain – 

Abu Dhabi – Fujairah – Muscat – Dubai 

– Dubai / Fly UK 

Interior from 

£979pp 

A deposit 

secures your 

booking!* 

Oceanview from 

£719pp 


£1,059pp 

Return 

flights from 


Morocco 

Includes 

2nts in 

Barcelona! 

Balcony from 

£859pp 

Includes 

1nt in 

Dubai! 

Balcony from 

£1,189pp 

New York, Canada & New 

England 

Norwegian Dawn 

11, 18, 25 Sep and 

2 Oct 2010 l 8nts 

Fly UK / Overnight in New York > Board 

Ship > Halifax > Saint John Bay of Fundy 

> Bar Harbor > Boston > Newport > New 

York / Fly UK 

Interior from 

£1,059pp 

Mediterranean 

Mini Cruise 

Adventure of the seas 

1 Nov 2010 l 7nts 

Fly Belfast / Overnight in Malaga > Malaga 

> Board Ship >Tenerife (Canary Islands) > 

Madeira (Portugal) > Malaga / Fly Belfast 

Interior from 

£489pp 


£1,199pp 


£529pp 

Includes 

1nt in 

New York! 

Balcony from 

£1,399pp 

Includes 

2nts in 

Malaga! 

Balcony from 

£599pp 

Direct 

flights 

from 


Western Mediterranean 

Norwegian Jade 

Departing every Friday from 23 Jul 

to 12 Nov 2010 l 9nts 

Fly Belfast / Barcelona > Barcelona > Board 

Ship > Monte Carlo > Livorno (Florence/ 

Pisa) > Civitavecchia (Rome) > Naples / 

Pompeii > Palma (Mallorca) > Barcelona / 

Fly Belfast 

Interior from 

£489pp 


£559pp 

Balcony from 

£669pp 

Far East 

Costa Classica 

18 Dec 2010 & 1 Jan, 11 & 25 Mar, 

8 & 22 Apr l 15nts 

Fly UK / Singapore – Kuantan – Bangkok – 

Bangkok – Koh Samui – Singapore – Port 

Klang – Phuket – Langkawi – Penang – 

Malacca – Singapore 

Interior from 

£1,849pp 

Includes 

2nts in 

Barcelona! 

Includes 

1nt in 




l All flight & port tax 

l All meals & onboard entertainment 

OCEAN CRUISING 

Norwegian Dawn 

Includes 1nt 

pre-cruise in 

Los Angeles 

Includes 3nt 

post-cruise in 

Las Vegas 

LA, Vegas 

& Mexico Cruise 

Mariner of the Seas 

Departing every Thursday from 29 

Jul to 30 Sep 2010 l 11nts 

Fly UK / Overnight in Los Angeles > Board 

Ship > Cabo San Lucas > Mazatlan > 

Puerto Vallarta > At sea > Los Angeles / 

Fly Las Vegas > Las Vegas > Las Vegas / 

Fly UK 

Interior from 

£1,289pp 


£1,399pp 

Prices based on 12 Jan 2011 departure Prices based on 25 September 2010 departure Prices based on 12 November 2010 departure Prices based on 9 September 2010 departure 



Direct 

flights 

from 



£2,329pp 

Balcony from 

£1,539pp 

Singapore! Includes 3nt 

post-cruise in 

Balcony from 

SOLD 

Las Vegas 

& Alaska Cruise 

Sapphire Princess 

Departing every Sunday from 31 

Jul to 11th Sep 2010 l 11nts 

Las Vegas 

Fly UK / Seattle – Washington – Ketchikan 

– Tracy Arm – Juneau – Skagway – Victoria 

– Seattle – Las Vegas / Fly UK 

Interior from 

£1,619pp 


£1,779pp 

Prices based on 12 December 2010 departure Prices based on 11 March 2011 departure Prices based on 4 September 2010 departure 

Prices do not include gratuities or shore excursions. Holidays are operated by 1aholiday.com which is a trading name of The 

Global Travel Group plc (ATOL 3973) whose booking conditions apply, a company independent of Independent News and Media 

Plc. Please ask at the time of booking for full details. Prices “from” act as indication only and are per person based on 2 sharing, 

subject to availability & including all taxes. Offers do not include transfers, travel insurance or in-flight meals. Supplements apply 

for bank or school holidays. We reserve the right to withdraw offers at any time. Travel restrictions, conditions and credit card 

surcharges apply. Full balance due 12 weeks prior to departure. 

Includes 

1nt in 

Seattle 

Balcony from 

£2,049pp 

11

USA holidays 

10 night holidays- Get the most out of your precious holiday time with a trip to the USA - visit three 

iconic cities in one holiday, and travel by train, air, and boat. 

USA by air 

10 night holidays from £1,399pp 

New York - Las Vegas - San Francisco 

Choose your itinerary: 

Westbound: Fly from Belfast direct to New York for three nights threestar 

stay at the Edison Hotel ^ in central Manhattan. Fly from New York 

to Las Vegas for three nights three-star stay at the Riviera Hotel ^ on the 

Strip. Fly from Las Vegas to San Francisco for three nights three-star stay 

at the Carlton Hotel ^ in Union Square. Fly home overnight to Belfast. 

Eastbound: Fly from Belfast to San Francisco for three nights three-star 

stay at the Carlton Hotel ^ . Fly from San Francisco to Las Vegas for three 

nights three-star stay at the Riviera Hotel ^ on the Strip. Fly from Las 

Vegas to New York for three nights three-star stay at the Edison Hotel ^ . 

Fly home overnight direct to Belfast. 

Cruise Add on: Start or finish your holiday with a luxurious & 

sophisticated Trans-Atlantic cruise between Southampton and New 

York for 6 or 7 nights onboard the Cunard 

This price includes: full-board, interior stateroom 

accommodation, access to onboard facilities and 

entertainment, 24 hour dining, all port charges and tax. 

Dep Date Itinerary BY AIR Cruise add on 

08-Aug-10 Westbound £1,349 £839 

07-Oct-10 Westbound £1,319 £529 

03-Oct-10 East Bound £1,419 £569 

25-Oct-10 Westbound £1,319 £599 

16-Nov-10 Westbound £1,259 £439 

26-Apr-11 Westbound £1,399 £539 

17-Apr-11 East Bound £1,329 £629 

17-May-11 Westbound £1,369 £699 

08-May-11 East Bound £1,339 £679 

^Named hotels are subject to availability 

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USA by train 

Including Full-board & private romette 

10 night holidays from £1399pp 

New York - Rail Journey - San Francisco 

Westbound and Eastbound options (see ‘The Big Three’) still apply, but 

instead of flying across the USA & spending three nights in Las Vegas, 

you can see more of the country on a scenic three night rail journey, 

crossing the US in style via Chicago. 

Board your Amtrak train in New York, enjoying the privacy of a private 

roomette. Your three nights on the train includes full-board, making 

use of the dining car, lounge car and bar. On the way you will pass 

Buffalo and Cleveland, skirting the Great Lakes. You will have a couple 

of hours to spend at leisure in Chicago, and from there, you will pass 

through the Kansas plains, Denver, the Rockies and Sacramento, 

before arriving in San Francisco. 

Cruise Add on: Start or finish your holiday with a luxurious & 

sophisticated Trans-Atlantic cruise between Southampton and New 

York for 6 or 7 nights onboard the Cunard 

This price includes: full-board, interior stateroom 

accommodation, access to onboard facilities and 

entertainment, 24 hour dining, all port charges and tax. 

Dep Date Itinerary BY TRAIN Cruise add on 

08-Aug-10 Westbound £1,659 £789 

07-Oct-10 Westbound £1,579 £499 

03-Oct-10 East Bound £1,599 £499 

25-Oct-10 Westbound £1,449 £549 

16-Nov-10 Westbound £1,399 £399 

26-Apr-11 Westbound £1,519 £499 

17-Apr-11 East Bound £1,499 £599 

17-May-11 Westbound £1,499 £629 

08-May-11 East Bound £1,499 £629 


Golden gate bridge 

Including 

2 nights 

New York 

Hotel # 

New York 

Prices are per person, based on two sharing. Prices are from and are subject to availability. Fuel surcharges included. Tips, transfers, drinks, excursions and selected personal activities on board are 

extra. Credit card charge 2%. Operated by Jetline Travel Ltd, Abta J1693 (Jetline Travel Ltd) a company independent of Independent News and Media Plc. 


READER OFFER 

FREE 

Upgrade 

from Oceanview 

to Balcony 

cabins ** 

New York Voyages 

8 -11 night fly-cruise 

from £999pp 

Travel in style and make the journey across the Atlantic one 

of the most pleasurable travel experiences possible. The great 

thing about these holidays is that they combine sophistication, 

absolute relaxation and escapism with the high energy frenzy 

of New York – mixing both shopping and sightseeing together. 

Eastbound: Fly direct from Belfast to New York for a two night hotel 

stay. Then join the Queen Mary 2 on a relaxing seven night cruise back 

to Southampton and fly back to Belfast. 

Westbound: Fly from Belfast to Southampton and embark a six -night 

uninterrupted voyage to New York. An early morning arrival (US time) 

gives you a full day to explore the city on your first day in New York. 

Stay for two nights then fly direct home overnight 


l Return flights to Belfast, taxes and transfers 

l Two nights hotel stay in New York 

l 8 -11 nights cruise on board the Queen Mary 2 with full-board 

Dep Date Itin Nts Inside Oceanview Balcony 

02-Aug-10 west 9 £1,399 £1,549 £1,549 

01-Oct-10 west 9 £1,099 £1,449 £1,449 

10-Oct-10 east 9 £1,349 £1,449 £1,449 

19-Oct-10 west 9 £1,299 £1,549 £1,549 

10-Nov-10 west 9 £999 £1,299 £1,299 

05-Jan-11 west # 11 £1,099 £1,349 £1,349 

19-Apr-11 west 10 £1,399 £1,499 £1,499 

26-Apr-11 East 8 £1,369 £1,519 £1,679 

10-May-11 West 10 £1,519 £1,659 £1,829 

17-May-11 East 9 £1,419 £1,599 £1,769 

# ON QUEEN VICTORIA 11-nt Itinerary includes 8-nts sailing and 2-nts in New York. 

** On selected dates 

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Las Vegas 

and Hawaii 

Onboard the Golden Princess 

18 night fly-cruise from £1,399pp 

BEST 

SELLER 

Fly from Belfast to Las Vegas and stay for 3 nights in a hotel on the 

famous Strip before your cruise. Check out the casinos , headline 

shows , themed hotels and the shopping. Perhaps even visit the 

Grand Canyon. Then fly direct to Los Angeles on the morning of your 

14 night cruise. 

Itinerary: Fly to Las Vegas for three night hotel stay, fly to Los Angeles 

and embark ship, Hilo Hawaii, Honolulu Oahu, Kauai Hawaii, Lahaina 

Maui, Ensenada (Mexico), Los Angeles disembark. Overnight flight to 

the UK 


l Return flights from Belfast to Las Vegas, taxes and transfers 

l Three night hotel stay on the Strip 

l 14 night cruise on board the Golden Princess with full-board 

Including 

3 nights 

Las Vegas 

Dep Date Interior OceanView Balcony Suite 

07-Nov-10 £1,399 £1,549 £1,769 £2,049 

21-Nov-10 £1,399 £1,499 £1,749 £1,999 

19-Dec-10 £1,949 £2,159 £2,499 £2,849 

16-Jan-11 £1,449 £1,649 £1,899 £2,169 

30-Jan-11 £1,499 £1,699 £1,999 £2,249 

13-Feb-11 £1,549 £1,749 £1,999 £2,269 

27-Feb-11 £1,499 £1,699 £1,999 £2,249 

13-Mar-11 £1,549 £1,729 £1,999 £2,249 

27-Mar-11 £1,499 £1,699 £1,949 £2,229 

10-Apr-11 £1,699 £1,899 £2,149 £2,449 

Up to $100 per cabin onboard credit ^ 

Includes 1 night hotel stay in New York. 

Add on extra nights in New York from £79pp 

Caribbean Explorer 

11 -18 night fly-cruise from £1,049pp 

Your cruise ship is Explorer of the Seas, a member of the Royal 

Caribbean fleet. 


You can choose from one of the following itineraries: 

11 nights: Fly from Belfast to New York. 1 night hotel stay. Cruise for 

9 nights to San Juan (Puerto Rico) – St Thomas – Samana (Dominican 

Republic) – Labadee (Beach BBQ Day) - New York. Fly home 

overnight . 

14 nights: Fly from Belfast to New York. 1 night Manhattan hotel 

stay. Cruise for 12 nights to Labadee (Beach BBQ Day) – Samana 

(Dominican Republic) – St Thomas – Antigua – St Maarten - New 

York. Fly home overnight. 

16/18 nights: Celebrate Christmas & New Year in Style. Fly from 

Belfast to New York. 1 night Manhattan hotel stay on 18 Dec OR 3 

night Manhattan hotel stay on 30thDec – perhaps count the New 

Year in & watch the ball drop in Times Square. Cruise for 14 nights to 

Labadee (Beach BBQ Day) – Samana (Dominican Republic) – 

St Thomas – Barbados – Roseau (Dominica) – Antigua - St Maarten 

- New York. Fly home overnight.. 

Nights Interior Oceanview Balcony 

18-Nov-10 11 £1,129 £1,349 £1,369 

27-Nov-10 14 £1,159 £1,299 £1,439 

09-Dec-10 11 £1,129 £1,199 £1,349 

18-Dec-10 16 £1,829 £2,059 £2,299 

30-Dec-10 18 £1,669 £1,899 £2,059 

15-Jan-11 14 £1,199 £1,319 £1,499 

27-Jan-11 11 £1,049 £1,199 £1,349 

05-Feb-11 14 £1,219 £1,469 £1,599 

17-Feb-11 11 £1,159 £1,349 £1,449 

26-Feb-11 14 £1,199 £1,399 £1,559 

^ On selected cruises when you prepay your tips . 

* On selected departures 


Up to $100 per cabin onboard credit * 

Mediterranean Adventure 

On board the Adventure of the seas 

Seven night fly-cruise from £649pp 

Special seven night med itinerary – cruise from Malaga 

This special itinerary starts from Malaga, and includes: 


Fly direct from Belfast to Malaga and cruise for seven nights to Cagliari 

(Sardinia) – Civitavecchia (Rome) – Ajaccio (Corsica) – Majorca - Malaga. 

Fly home to Belfast. 

The Voyager class ships set the benchmark for their size and amazing 

variety of things to do on board. The Adventure of the Seas was the third 

Voyager class ship to be built. 

Facilities include: the Royal Promenade mall area where there is a lovely 

FREE coffee shop / patisserie to sit and watch the world go by or the Dog 

& Duck British Pub to make you feel at home. The Schooner Bar is a trade 

mark on the Royal Caribbean ships and attracts a busy crowd. The kids 

clubs on board and video games arcade are second to none and the 

adults only atrium pool is excellent. 


l Direct return flights from Belfast to Malaga, taxes and transfers 

l Seven night cruise on board the Adventure of the Seas with full-board 

Interior Oceanview Balcony 

07-Aug-10 £839 £1,029 £1,119 

14-Aug-10 £999 FULL £1,149 

21-Aug-10 £949 £1,069 £1,129 

28-Aug-10 £759 £929 £1,049 

04-Sep-10 £869 £1,029 £1,199 

11-Sep-10 £829 £959 £1,099 

18-Sep-10 £799 £949 £1,099 

25-Sep-10 £799 £959 £1,099 

02-Oct-10 £699 £899 £999 

16-Oct-10 £649 £799 £899 

Prices are per person, based on two sharing. Prices are from and are subject to availability. Fuel surcharges included. Tips, transfers, drinks, excursions and selected personal activities on board are 

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cruising 

Spain’s leading cruise line* 

Pullmantur was founded in 1971, and purchased by Royal Caribbean 

Cruise Lines in 2006. Known for introducing the all-inclusive 

board basis to cruising, where both food, drink and entertainment 

are included, Pullmantur offer excellent value for money. 

The Pullmantur fleet operates worldwide in: east and west Mediterranean, 

the Adriatic and Baltic Seas, the Canaries, the Caribbean, 

and the coast of Mexico. 

The Sovereign is Pullmantur’s insignia vessel, with an extremely 

high level of comfort. Fully refurbished in 2008, there is an atrium 

brimming with sunlight, and you can take advantage of the Sea 

Spa and fitness centre, both unique in class. 

Pacific Dream was renovated in 2009. Enjoy yourself in her 

restaurants and be refreshed in her 

bars. In the outdoor swimming pools, jacuzzis, gym and Spa, you 

can relax and rejuvenate before being entertained in the theatre, 

nightclub and casino. Children will have fun in the Tibu Club with 

non-stop activities. 

Full facilities and downloadable deck plans are online at 

www.pullmantur.es. If you want to upgrade your cruising 

holiday, we can also offer 5* all-inclusive stays after your cruise 

finishes – please ask for more details. 

Authentic Spanish culture where English is spoken.* 

Lanzarote 


Book by 15 August 2010 

Canary Island cruise 

7nts all-inclusive cruise & 3nts stay from 

just £669pp* 

Your cruise ship is the beautiful Pacific Dream, a former 

member of the Royal Caribbean Fleet. Take your pick of 

relaxing in the outdoor swimming pools, lounging in the 

jacuzzis, or visiting the theatre, nightclub, and casino. There are 

also gym & fitness and health & beauty centres onboard, as 

well as a restaurant, and a selection of cafes and bars including 

a buffet and a grill. 

Cruise itinerary: 

Day 1 - Lanzarote 

Day 2 - Las Palmas Grand 

Canaria 

Day 3 - Tenerife 

Day 4 - La Palma 

Day 5 – Funchal, Madeira 

Day 6 - A day at sea 

Day 7– Agadir, Morrocco 

Day 8- Lanzarote 

Departing on selected dates in October to 

November, the price includes: 


From 

just 

£67pppn! 

Rome 

l Return direct flights from Belfast to Lanzarote, taxes and 

transfers 

l One night pre and two nights post cruise stay at the Barcelo 

La Galea* Apartments 

l Seven nights all-inclusive Canaries Cruise onboard the Pacific 

Dream 

*For travel after 31st October, two nights pre and two nights 

post cruise stay at the Barcelo La Galeon. 


READER OFFER 

All drinks 

included! 

Allinclusive 

cruising 

Mediterranean Cruise 

7nts all-inclusive cruise from just £729pp 

Follow the sun-kissed waves of the Mediterranean as they 

wash from the shores of Spain, to France, Italy and Tunisia. Lay 

back and enjoy the facilities of an all-inclusive cruise on board 

The Sovereign and witness some of the most breathtaking 

sights that Europe has to offer. 

Itinerary: 

Day 1 - Fly from Belfast to Barcelona for pre-cruise hotel stay. 

Day 2 - Embark the Sovereign and cruise to Villefrance. 

Day 3 - Arrive in Livorno for Pisa and Florence. 

Day 4 - Arrive in Civitaveccia, for Rome. 

Day 5 - Arrive in Naples for Pompeii and Vesuvius. 

Day 6 - Arrive in La Goulette, Tunisia. 

Day 7 - A day at sea to lay back and enjoy the facilities on 

board the Sovereign, and a post-cruise hotel stay in Barcelona. 

Day 8 - Disembark and fly back to the UK 

Departing every Friday in October, and the 

5 and 12 November, the price includes: 

l Return direct flights to Barcelona from Belfast 

l One night pre and post stay in Barcelona 

l Seven night all-inclusive cruise onboard The Sovereign 

l All taxes included 

Price includes all taxes. Holidays subject to availability, prices correct at time of going to press. Holidays licensed and bonded by the Travel Trust Association. License Number U3824 The Cruise Machine 

Ltd, T/a Vamos Holidays; a company independent of Independent News and Media (NI).

Call: 0844 571 1859 quoting: BEL 

Mediterranean Cruise 

Nine nights fly/stay/cruise from £999pp 

Departing September and October 2010 

onboard Voyager of the Seas 

Enjoy a sparkling and great-value cruise taking you to the 

exquisite Isle of Capri, ancient Rome, sensational Florence, the 

fabulous French Riviera and unspoiled Provence. Add to this a 

relaxing two nights pre-cruise stay in the splendid and buzzing 

city of Barcelona and the comfort of the Voyager of the Seas 

and an unforgettable experience is in store. 


l Return flight from Belfast to Barcelona + , taxes and 

transfers 

l Seven nights full-board accommodation in a shared 

stateroom 

l Two nights pre-cruise four-star hotel stay in Barcelona 

with continental breakfast 

l Ports of call: Barcelona, Naples/Capri, Rome, 

Florence/Pisa, Nice and Provence 

Canary Islands Cruise 

Seven nights fly/stay/cruise from £679pp 

Departing 12 November 2010 onboard 

Adventure of the Seas 

This is a superb value Autumn short cruise for you to enjoy the 

incredible experience of ocean cruising on a Royal Caribbean 

cruise ship, with all its fabulous on-board facilities, as well as to see 

the Canaries and beautiful Madeira. 


l Return flight † from Belfast International to Malaga, taxes 

and transfers 

l Five nights on board accommodation in a shared 

stateroom with full-board 

l One night’s pre and one night’s post cruise four-star hotel 

stay on the Costa del Sol with continental breakfast 

Ports of call: Malaga, Tenerife & Funchal (Madeira) 

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Jordan & Petra 

Incredible India 

11 days from £1,119pp 

or 15 days from £1,649pp* 

Selected departures up to May 2011, 

the price includes: 

California 

& the Golden West 


Selected departures up to November 2011, 


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Fully 

Escorted 

Tours 

l Return scheduled flights from London Heathrow. 

Connecting flights from Belfast City at a supplement. 

Taxes and transfers 

l Hand-picked three, four and five-star hotels, with 

breakfast, two lunches and two dinners 

l A spectacular tour of Northern India’s ‘Golden Triangle’, 

including visits to see the tigers of Ranthambore 

National Park 

l Visit all the major sights of Old and New Delhi 

l See the magnificent Taj Mahal 

l Spend two nights in the Pink City of Jaipur, with a guided 

tour of its City Palace Astronomical Observatory and the 

Palace of the Winds 

l Stay in an original Rajasthani fort 

l Guided tour of the deserted Mogul city of Fatehpur Sikri 

l The services of an experienced tour manager 

*Extended tour visits Shimla, the summer capital of the Raj 

and ‘Queen of Hill Stations’, set high in the foothills of the 

Himalayas, staying in the luxurious Oberoi Cecil Hotel 




l Staying in three and four-star, hand-picked hotel 

accommodation 

l A comprehensive touring itinerary, including Los 

Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Las Vegas, the 

Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Zion National Park, 

Monument Valley, Yosemite National Park; 


South Africa 

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South Africa 

Kruger & Zulu Battlefields 


Selected departures up to November 2011, 





l Stay in quality hotels with breakfast, two lunches & 

three dinners 

l Comprehensive touring itinerary, including Kruger 

National Park; the Zulu War battlefields; the Western 

Cape’s winelands, with a cellar tour and tasting; the 

Cape of Good Hope; Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens; 

cosmopolitan Cape Town; Table Mountain; the Blyde 

Rive Canyon 


Jordan and Petra 

7 days from £999 pp or 

9 days from only £1,299pp* 

Selected departures up to March 2011, 


l Return scheduled flights from London, with regional 

departures available, taxes and transfers 

l Hand-picked four-star accommodation with breakfast 

l Guided tours by day and by night of the amazing ‘Rose-red’ 

city of Petra - one of the new ‘Wonders of the World’ 

l Visit the heart of Wadi Rum and the staggeringly 

beautiful ‘Seven Pillars of Wisdom’, made famous by 

Lawrence of Arabia 

l Stay by the shores of the Dead Sea, the most fascinating 

stretch of water on the planet and the lowest point on earth 

l Guided tour of the remarkably preserved ancient Roman city 

of Jerash, plus an authentic gladiatorial combat and chariot 

racing demonstration 

l Visit the biblical sites of Mount Nebo where Moses saw the 

Promised Land, and Bethany where Jesus was baptised by 

John the Baptist 


*Two night extension to Damascus, home of St Paul, the 

Umayyad - Islam’s fourth holiest mosque and the beautiful 

Azem palace, staying at a luxurious heritage hotel.

Fully 

Escorted 

Tours 

Rome 

Classical Spain 

Seville,Cordoba, Granada 

Seven days from £629pp 

Departing in September and October 2010, 


l Return flights to Malaga from Belfast International, taxes 

and transfers 

l Six nights bed and breakfast in quality three and four-star 

hotels in Seville, Granada and Mijas 

l Guided tour of Seville - one of the most beautiful cities in 

the world 

l Visit to Cordoba 

l Visit to Ronda 

l Guided tour of the stunning Alhambra Palace in Granada 


Provence 

Six days from £559pp 

Departures up to April 2011, the price includes: 

l Return flights to Nice from Belfast International, taxes and 

transfers 

l Five nights hand-picked three-star hotel accommodation 

with breakfast 

l Walking tours of Aix-en-Provence and Arles 

l Tour of the Camargue 

l Visit to Avignon, home of the Papal Palace and the Petit 

Palais 

l Visit to the Pont du Gard Roman aqueduct 


Rome 

Ancient & Baroque 

Five days from £419pp 

Departures up to November 2010, 


l Return flights from Belfast Int to Rome, taxes and transfers 

l Four nights four-star, centrally located hotel 

accommodation with breakfast 

l Guided tour of Ancient Rome and Baroque Rome 

l Timed visit to the Villa Borghese, which houses some of 

the city’s finest museums, with artefacts from throughout 

Rome’s history plus one of the world’s finest collections of 

paintings 


Krakow 

Four days from £329pp 

Selected departures up to May 2011, 


l Return flights from Belfast International, taxes and transfers 

l Three nights bed & breakfast at a centrally located four-star 

hotel 

l Guided walking tour of the medieval city 

l Visit to the castle district, home of the Royal Palace 

l Visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau (optional, included in price) 


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FULLY ESCORTED 

Flying 

from 

Gatwick 

Classical Italy 

Florence - Siena - Assisi - Rome 

Seven days from £629pp 

With selected departures up to April 2011, 


l Return flights to Rome from London Gatwick and London 

Heathrow, taxes & transfers 

l Six nights quality four-star hotel accommodation with 

breakfast and three dinners 

l Guided walking tour of Siena, one of the Europe’s finest 

medieval cities; Florence - pearl of the Renaissance, plus a 

timed visit to the Uffizi, one of the world’s finest art galleries; 

visit to Assisi, birthplace of St. Francis and a guided tour of 

Rome 


Tour the Bay of Naples 

Pompeii - Capri - Sorrento 

Eight days half-board from £669pp 

Selected dates up to April 2011, the price includes: 

l Return flights from London Gatwick, taxes and transfers 

l Seven nights in a choice of excellent quality three or fourstar 

hotels, with half-board, in Sorrento 

l Visits worth over £160 including, guided tour of Pompeii : 

magnificent volcano of Vesuvius; tour of the Amalfi Coast, 

visit to hill top Ravello; cruise to the island of Capri and visit 

Naples and its archaeological museum 


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8 days 

half-board 

from 

£599pp 

Tenerife 

Carcassonne 

Tenerife – Island of Contrasts 

Eight days from £609pp 

Much more than an escape to the winter sunshine, Tenerife is 

truly an island of contrasts - miles of sun-drenched coastline 

overlooked by the snow-capped peak of Mount Teide - Spain’s 

highest mountain. You stay in the north part of the island where 

the lush, tropical landscape contrasts with the arid terrain of 

the south. Discover the historic mansions in La Laguna and the 

wonderful botanic gardens of La Oratava where exotic plants 

brought from the New World in the 18th century continue to 

flourish. 

Departing 9 November 2010, 11 February, 18 

March & 13 May 2011, the price includes: 

l Return direct flights from Belfast to Tenerife, taxes & transfers 

l Seven nights four-star half-board accommodation in Santa 

Ursula 

l Visits to the UNESCO listed town of La Laguna and the 

Botanical Garden of La Oratava 

l Optional excursion, at an additional cost, to Garachico. 

l Seven night holiday extension available 

l The service of an experienced tour representative 

Carcassonne, Cathar Country 

& Catalonia 


Cathar country in Languedoc-Roussillon is a land of legend, 

mystery and stunning scenery. In Carcassonne, you will find 

the most complete medieval walled city in Europe. As well as 

getting to know this fascinating part of France you will also 

spend a couple of days on the Spanish coast with a chance to 

visit the Roman town of Tarragona. 

Departing 6, 19 & 27 September 2010, 


l Return direct flights to Barcelona or Reus from Belfast, 

taxes & transfers 

l Three nights three-star hotel in Spain with half board 

l Four nights three-star hotel in France with half board 

l Excursions to Carcassonne and Rennes –le-Chateau 

l Free time in Figueras and Barcelona 

l The service of an experienced tour director 

Andalucia and Gibraltar 


A twin-centre holiday that combines the best of traditional 

Andalucia with a visit to the British corner – Gibraltar. Our 

first base is the coastal resort of Rincon de la Victoria, and the 

transfer to Gibraltar is via the stunning Ronda to Algeciras 

Railway. 

Departing 8, 15 & 30 September & 

7 October 2010, the price includes: 

l Return direct flights to Malaga from Belfast, taxes 

& transfers 

l Four nights three-star accommodation in Rincon de la 

victoria with half board 

l Three nights four-star accommodation in Gibraltar with 

breakfast 

l Visit to Granada and Ronda 

l A journey on the Ronda –Algeciras Railway 


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READER OFFER 

Krakow, Zakopane & 

the High Tatras 


Visit two of Poland’s most spectacular sites - the beautiful 

medieval university city of Krakow, and Zakopane, Polands 

highest city - amidst the spectacular Tatra Mountains. 

Travelling between the two, we spend 2-3 hours gently 

meandering through the Dunajec River Gorge on rafts! 

Departing 14 & 28 September 2010, 


Tenerife 

l Return direct flights to Krakow from Belfast, taxes 

& transfers 

l Three nights four-star hotel in Krakow with breakfast 

l Four nights four-star hotel in Zakopane with breakfast 

l Walking tours of Krakow of Zakopane 

l Gentle raft ride through the Dunajec Gorge 


5537 

Andalucia

8 days 

half-board 

from 

£599pp 

Mallorca 

Tunisia 

The Coast & Landscapes 

of Tunisia 


This holiday is a wonderful mix of beachside winter sun, 

desert oasis, magnificent Roman ruins, atmospheric 

mosques and a breathtaking journey through the Gorges of 

Selja on the Red Lizard train. 

Departing 7 November 2010, 6 & 13 March 2011, 


l Return direct flights to Monastir from Belfast, taxes & 

transfers 

l Four nights four-star hotel in Port El Kantaoui with 

half-board 

l Two nights four star hotel in Tozeur with half-board 

l One night four-star hotel in Matmata with half-board 

l Visits to El Jem, the Star Wars site at Matmata, the desert 

market town of Douz and the holy city of Kairouan 

l A journey across the Chott el Jerid salt lake 

l A train ride through the Gorges of Selja on the historic 

Lezard Rouge 


Walking In Mallorca 


A holiday allowing you to appreciate the real beauty of the 

northern part of the island at your own pace. There is a choice 

of escorted walks throughout the week right on your own 

doorstep – staying at the excellent four-star Bella Playa on the 

edge of Cala Ratjada and the Levante National Park. 

Departing 23 & 30 September & 7 October 2010 

& 5 May 2011, the price includes: 

l Return direct flights to Palma from Belfast, taxes 

& transfers 

l Seven nights four-star hotel with half-board 

l Three fully guided walks 

l Seven night holiday extension available 

l The service of an experienced tour representative 

France, Spain, Andorra 

& the Pyrenees 


Three countries in eight days with time to visit the magnificent 

monastery at Montserrat and a Cava winery, Foix and the 

Labouiche underground river and magical Barcelona and a 

never-to-be forgotten journey through the high Pyrenees on 

the Petit Train Jaune. 



l Return direct flights to Barcelona or Reus from Belfast, 

taxes & transfers 

l Three nights three-star hotel in Spain with half-board 

l Four nights four-star hotel in Andorra with half-board 

l Spectacular ride on the Petit Train Jaune 

l Visit to Barcelona 


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Monte Carlo and the 

Riviera of Flowers 


5537 

CULTURAL BREAKS 

A spectacular holiday combining the French and Italian Rivieras 

with included visits to Monte Carlo, the mountain village of 

Dolceaqua and last, but not least, a train ride high into the Alps. 



Tunisia 

l Return direct flights to Nice from Belfast, taxes & transfers 

l Five nights three-star hotel near San Remo with half-board 

l Two nights three-star hotel on the Cote d’Azur with breakfast 

l Visits to Dolceaqua and Monte Carlo 

l Alpine Rail Journey 


Monte Carlo 

France, Spain, Andorra & the Pyrenees 

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Lake Garda, Venice & Verona 

Seven nights half-board three-star hotel 

from £499pp 

Departing 19 September & 26 September (£579), 

03 October & 10 October (£549) & 17 October 

2010 (£499). This superb price includes: 

l Direct return flights from Belfast International Airport to Milan 

Bergamo with exclusive Jet2 service. 

l Return transfers by luxury coach to your hotel with guide 

assistance. 

l Seven nights three-star Hotel Portici, Riva del Garda, on a half 

board basis. www.hotelportici.it Reduced entrance to beauty 

and fitness centre, including swimming pool, of nearby Grand 

Hotel Liberty included! www.grandhotelliberty.it 

l Breakfast and evening meal included each day. 

l Full day excursion and guided tour of Venice, including the 

world-famous Grand Canal, St Mark’s Square and Basilica. 

l Full day excursion and guided tour of Verona, setting of 

Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, including the Roman 

Amphitheatre and free time to explore the city’s chic fashion 

boutiques. 

l Full day guided tour of Lake Garda stopping in some of the 

beautiful lakeside towns. 

l Flight departs Belfast 1550hrs and departs Milan Bergamo 

1410hrs. Flight times subject to change. 

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Upgrade to 4**** Grand Hotel Liberty, Riva del Garda, from £100 pp 

supplement for the duration www.grandhotelliberty.it 

Single room supplement £79. Optional insurance £24 (conditions apply). 


Lake Como, St Moritz & Milan 

Seven nights half-board three-star hotel 

from £529pp 

Departing 26 September (£649), 03 October & 

10 October (£599) & 17 October 2010 (£529). 

This superb price includes: 

l Direct return flights from Belfast International Airport to 

Milan Bergamo with exclusive Jet2 service. 


assistance. 

l Seven nights three-star Hotel Bazzoni in Tremezzo, Lake 

Como, with half board. www.hotelbazzoni.it 


l Full day excursion to the elegant Swiss town of St Moritz 

taking in the beautiful scenery of the Maloya pass en route. 

l Full day excursion and guided tour to Milan, Italy’s capital of 

fashion and chic. 

l Half day guided excursion on Lake Como by boat viewing 

some of the beautiful sites and places of interest on the 

lake, including a visit to the town of Bellagio. 

l Flight departs Belfast 1550hrs and departs Milan Bergamo 


Upgrade to 4**** Grand Hotel Cadenabbia only £100pp 

supplement for the duration www.grandhotelcadenabbia.it 

Single room supplement is £89. Optional insurance £24 (conditions apply.) Upgrade to 

Lake View Room with balcony per person for the duration £25. 

Upgrade to Lake View with terrace per person for the duration £119. 

Krakow 

Four nights three-star hotel from £329pp 

17 October (£379) & 07 November 2010 (£329) 


l Return flights from Belfast International Airport to Krakow. 

l Return guided transfers by luxury coach to your hotel 

l On 17 October four nights three star Hotel Atrium in 

Krakow with breakfast. www.hotelatrium.com.pl 

l On 07 November four nights three star Hotel Ascot in 

Krakow with breakfast. www.hotelascot.pl 

l Half day guided walking tour of Krakow. 

l Full day excursion to Auschwitz with guided tour. 

l On 17 October flight departs Belfast 1055hrs and departs 

Krakow 1350hrs 

l On 07 November flight departs Belfast 0720hrs and departs 

Krakow 1350hrs 

Single room supplement from £89. Optional insurance £24 available (conditions apply). 

To book call: 028 9099 8395 quoting: Belfast Telegraph 

Fully 

Escorted 

Tours 

Lake Como 


READER OFFER 

Tuscany and Lake Garda 

including Florence, Venice, Pisa & Lucca 

Eight nights three-star hotels only £699pp 

Departing 04 September 2010. This superb price 

includes: 

l Luxury coach transfer with guide assistance from Glengall 

Street, Belfast and Newry. 

l Direct flight from Dublin to Bologna with Aer Lingus. 

l Transfer by luxury coach to your hotel in Montecatini - 

located 30 km north of Florence. 

l Four nights three-star Hotel Medici in Montecatini on a half 

board basis (includes breakfast and evening meal each day). 

www.rghotels.it 

l Full day excursion to Florence to include guided city tour. 

l Full day excursion to Pisa and Lucca with guided tours of 

each city. 

l Transfer by luxury coach to your hotel on Lake Garda with 

guide assistance. 

l Four nights three-star hotel accommodation in the Hotel 

Caravel, Torbole Sul Garda, on a half board basis. www. 

caravelhotel.it 

l Full day excursion and guided tour of Venice, including the 

world-famous Grand Canal, St Mark’s Square and Basilica. 

l Full day guided tour of Lake Garda stopping in some of the 

beautiful lakeside towns. 

l Transfer by luxury coach from your hotel to Milan Bergamo 

Airport for your flight to Belfast. 

l Direct flight from Milan Bergamo Airport to Belfast 

International Airport with exclusive Jet2 service. 

l The services of a representative for all transfers and 

excursions. 

l Flight departs Dublin at 1150hrs. Flight departs Milan 

Bergamo 2000hrs. Flight times subject to change. 

Upgrade to four star hotels only £150pp supplement for the 

duration 

Single room supplement £139. Optional insurance £27 available (conditions apply). 

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Lake Garda

Fully 

Escorted 

Tours 

Tuscany 

Tuscany 

including Florence, Siena & Assisi 

Seven nights four-star hotel from £649pp 

Departing 20 September (£679) & 04 October 


l Direct return flights from Belfast to Rome with Aer Lingus. 

l Return transfers by luxury coach to your hotel in the Tuscan 

spa town of Chianciano. 

l Seven nights four-star Grand Hotel Excelsior, Chianciano, 

with half board. www.grandhotelexcelsior.it 


l Full day excursion to Florence with guided city tour. 

l Full day excursion to Assisi with a half day guided city tour 

and some free time to explore the medieval town. 

l Full day excursion with morning guided city tour of Siena, 

followed by an afternoon visit to San Gimignano. 

l Tour escort for all transfers and excursions. 

l Flight departs Belfast 1500hrs and departs Rome 1945hrs. 

Single room supplement £129. Optional insurance £24 (conditions apply) 

Lake Garda, Venice & The 

Christmas Markets at Bolzano 

Five nights four-star hotel only £429pp 

Departing 02 December 2010. This superb price 

includes: 

l Return luxury coach transfer with guide assistance from Glengall 

St, Belfast and Newry. 

l Direct flight from Dublin to Milan Linate with Aer Lingus. 

l Return airport-hotel luxury coach transfers with guide. 

l Five nights four-star hotel accommodation in the Grand Hotel 

Liberty, Riva Del Garda. Reduced entrance to beauty and fitness 

centre included! www.grandhotelliberty.it 

l Breakfast and three course dinner included each day. 

l Full day excursion and guided tour of Venice. 

l Full day excursion to Bolzano to visit the Christmas Markets. 

l The services of a representative for all transfers and excursions. 

l Flight departs Dublin 0720hrs and departs Milan Linate 1140hrs. 

Single room supplement £79. Optional insurance £24 available (conditions apply). 

Rome 

Tuscany and Rome 

including Florence & Siena 

Seven nights four-star hotels only £699pp 

Departing 30 August 2010. This superb price 

includes: 

l Return direct flights from Belfast International Airport to 

Rome with Aer Lingus. 

l Return transfers by luxury coach to your hotel in the Tuscan 

spa town of Chianciano. 

l Five nights four-star Grand Hotel Excelsior, Chianciano, with 

half board. www.grandhotelexcelsior.it 



l Full day excursion with morning guided city tour of Siena, 

followed by an afternoon visit to San Gimignano. 

l Luxury coach transfer with guide assistance to your hotel in 

Rome. 

l Two nights four-star hotel accommodation in Rome at the 

Hotel NH Villa Carpegna on a bed and breakfast basis. 

www.nh-hotels.com 

l Morning guided walking tour of Ancient Rome en route to 

include St Peter in Chain Basilica, The Colosseum, Roman 

Forum and Capitol Hill. (Colosseum and Forum viewed from 

the outside). Afternoon free for shopping and sightseeing of 

your choice. 

l Flight departs Belfast 1500hrs and departs Rome 1945hrs. 

Single room supplement £159. Optional insurance £24 available (conditions apply) 



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Tuscany Coast & Countryside 

including Florence, Siena, Pisa & Lucca 

Six nights four-star hotels from only £599pp 


includes: 

l Direct flight from Belfast International Airport to Rome with Aer 

Lingus. 

l Transfer by luxury coach to your hotel in the Tuscan spa town of 

Chianciano with guide assistance. 

l Three nights four-star Grand Hotel Excelsior, Chianciano, with 

half board. www.grandhotelexcelsior.it 



l Full day excursion to Assisi with a half day guided city tour and 

some free time to explore the medieval town. 

l Transfer by luxury coach to your hotel in Versilia, with a half day 

guided walking tour of Siena en route. 

l Three nights four-star Hotel Esplanade, Viareggio, on a bed and 

breakfast basis. www.hotelresidenceesplanade.it 

l Full day excursion to Pisa and Lucca with guided tours of each 

city. 

l Transfer by luxury coach from your hotel to Milan Bergamo 

Airport for your flight to Belfast. 

l Direct flight from Milan Bergamo Airport to Belfast International 

Airport with exclusive Jet2 service. 

l The services of a representative for all transfers and excursions. 

l Flight departs Belfast at 1500hrs. Flight departs Milan Bergamo 



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Highlights of Andalucia 

Seven nights four-star hotel only £649pp 


includes: 

l Direct return flights from Belfast International Airport to 

Malaga with Aer Lingus. 


assistance. 

l Seven nights four-star Hotel Cervantes in Torremolinos with 

half board. www.hotasacervantes.com 


l Full day excursion to Granada to include a guided tour and 

entrance to the Alhambra. 

l Full day excursion to Seville with guided tour. 

l Full day excursion to the World Heritage city of Cordoba with 

guided tour. 

l Transfer from your hotel to Malaga airport with guide 

assistance for your return flight to Belfast. 

l Flight departs Belfast 1520hrs and departs Malaga 2010hrs. 

Single room supplement is £139. Optional insurance £24 available 

(conditions apply). 

Barcelona, Montserrat 

& The Costa Brava 

Four nights four-star hotel only £349pp 

Departing 11 October 2010. This superb price 

includes: 

l Return flights from Belfast International Airport to Barcelona 

with Aer Lingus. 

l Return transfers by luxury coach to your hotel on the Costa 

Brava with guide assistance. 

l Four nights four-star Hotel Onabrava in Santa Susana with half 

board www.aquahotel.com 


l Full day excursion to Barcelona including half day sightseeing 

city tour with professional guide. 

l Full day guided excursion to Montserrat. 

l Flight departs Belfast 0630hrs and departs Barcelona 1050hrs. 

Single room supplement £59. Optional insurance £24 (conditions apply). 


Cannes & the Cote d’Azur 

including Monte Carlo, Menton, 

St Paul de Vence, Grasse, Antibes & Nice 

Seven nights from £599pp 

Departing 22 September (£629) & 07 October 


l Direct return flight from Belfast International Airport to Nice. 

l Return transfers to your accommodation in Cannes with 

guide assistance. 

l On 22 September seven nights three-star Hotel Mondial in 

Cannes with breakfast. www.hotellemondial.com 

l On 07 October seven nights four-star Hotel Novotel 

Montfleury in Cannes with breakfast. www.novotel.com 

l Full day excursion with professional guide to Monte Carlo & 

the picturesque Italianate resort of Menton. 

l Full day excursion to the medieval town of Grasse, the 

perfume capital of France, Vence & St Paul de Vence. 

Entrance to Espace Terroirs with olive tasting included. 

l Full day excursion to Antibes & Nice. Entrance to Picasso’s 

Museum included. 

l Guide assistance for all transfers and excursions. 

l On 22 September flight departs Belfast 1715hrs and 

departs Nice 2120hrs. 

l On 07 October flight departs Belfast 0925hrs and departs 

Nice 1330hrs. 

Single room supplement from £219. Optional insurance £24 available 

(conditions apply) 


Fully 

Escorted 

Tours 

Cannes 


READER OFFER 

Costa Brava 

Madeira 

Seven nights four-star hotel only £749pp 


includes: 

l Return luxury coach transfers with guide assistance from 

Glengall St, Belfast and Newry to Dublin Airport. 

l Return direct flight from Dublin to Funchal, Madeira with 

SATA. 

l Return airport-hotel transfers with guide assistance. 

l Seven nights four-star Hotel Girassol in Funchal on a half 

board basis. www.hotelgirassolmadeira.com 


l Half day city tour to include Market, Botanical gardens, 

embroidery factory and wine tasting. 

l Full day West Island tour to include Pico da Torre, Ribeira 

Brava, Encumeada, Porto Moniz, Paul da Serra and Ponta 

do Sol. Lunch included. 

l Full day East Island tour to include Pico do Areeiro, Ribeiro 

Frio, Santana, Faial, Portela, Ponta de Sao Lourenco and 

Machico. Lunch included. 

l Half day crater tour, also including Pico dos Barcelos, Eira 

do Serrado and Monte. 

l Traditional Madeiran evening with dinner & 

entertainment. (return transfers included) 

l Flight departs Dublin1145hrs and departs Funchal 

0715hrs. 

Single room supplement £149. Optional insurance £24 available 

(conditions apply). 



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New England 

New England in the Fall, USA 

Nine nights* only £1,299pp 

Fully 

Escorted 

Tours 


includes: 

l Return coach transfer with guide assistance from Glengall 

St, Belfast and Newry to Dublin Airport. 

l Direct return flights from Dublin to Boston with Aer Lingus. 


Marlborough (40 kms west of Boston) on arrival. 

l Four nights Superior Tourist Class Best Western Royal Plaza 

Hotel in Marlborough with full American breakfast. 

www.rplazahotels.com 

l Full day excursion to Boston with guided tour of the city. 

l Full day guided excursion taking in Cape Cod, Hyannis and 

the charming village of Chatham. 

l Full day guided excursion to Rhode Island, taking in 

Newport and a stop at Wrentham Premium outlets with 

free time for shopping. 

l Transfer by luxury coach to your hotel in the town of Bethel, 

Maine, with stops in Lexington and Concord en route. 

l Two nights Superior Tourist Class Bethel Inn & Country Club 

with full American breakfast. www.bethelinn.com 

l Full day guided excursion around the White Mountains 

area including Mount Washington. 

l Transfer by luxury coach to your hotel on Lake Champlain, 

Vermont, stopping en route in the town of Montpellier to 

visit Morse Farm, a Maple Syrup farm. 

l Two nights Superior Tourist Class Basin Harbor Club with 

full American breakfast basis. www.basinharbor.com 

l Full day guided excursion to include Burlington and Lake 

Champlain. 

l Visit to Quechee Gorge and the charming town of 

Woodstock en route to Boston Airport. 

l The services of a tour manager while in New England. 

l Flight departs Dublin at 1400hrs and arrives in Boston at 

1605hrs. Flight departs Boston on at 1820hrs and arrives in 

Dublin at 0525hrs. 

Similar holiday available departing 18 October 2010, 10 nights 

only £1299pp 

*9 nights – 8 nights in hotels and 1 night on flight. 


Xi’An, China 

Shanghai, Xi’An & Beijing 

10 nights* five-star hotels only £1,649pp 

Departing 03 & 18 October 2010. This superb 

price includes: 

l Flights from Belfast International Airport to Shanghai and 

from Beijing to Belfast International Airport with Aer Lingus 

& British Airways (via London). 

l Transfer on arrival by the world’s fastest train to Shanghai 

city centre and then to your hotel. 

l Two nights five-star The Crowne Plaza Hotel Shanghai with 

breakfast. www.shanghai.crowneplaza.com 

l Evening meal included every night in all three cities. 

l Full day excursion to the Pudong Development Zone and 

take a lift to the top of Oriental Pearl Tower to have a bird’s 

eye view of Shanghai, followed by excursion to The Yu Garden, 

the old town of Shanghai. Lunch included. 

l Transfer to Shanghai airport for your internal flight to Xi’an. 

l Two nights five-star The Howard Johnson Ginwa Hotel with 

breakfast. www.hojo.com 

l Half day excursion to visit the Old City Wall of Ming Dynasty. 

l Full day excursion to visit the Terra Cotta Warriors & Horses 

and the Wild Goose Pagoda. Lunch included. 

l Luxury coach transfer to Xi’an airport for your short internal 

flight between Xi’an and Beijing. 


Beijing with a visit to the Temple of Heaven en route. 

l Five nights five-star The Shangri La Kerry Centre Hotel with 

breakfast. www.shangri-la.com 

l Full day excursion to Tian An Men Square and the Palace 

Museum (known as Forbidden City). Lunch included. 

l Full day excursion to the Great Wall of China, Jade Carving 

Factory & the Sacred Way leading to the Ming Tombs. Lunch 

included. 

l Full day excursion to include the Lama Temple and a 

rickshaw tour through local narrow lanes (Hu Tong Tour). 

Lunch included. 

l Full day excursion to the Imperial Summer Palace and the 

Pandas in Beijing Zoo. Lunch included. 

l Flight departs Belfast 0715hrs and arrives into Shanghai 

0759hrs. Flight departs Beijing 1115hrs and arrives into 

Belfast 2030hrs. 

Similar holiday available: Beijing, Xi’an & Shanghai departing 

02 November 2010, 10 nights only £1,599pp 

* 9 nights accommodation in China and 1 night on the flight. 

Single room supplement is £299. Optional insurance £49 (conditions apply). EU citizens 

require a tourist visa; a cost applies and details will be sent to you well in advance of your 

departure 




Beijing & The Great Wall of China 

Nine nights* five-star hotel £1,199pp 

Departing 01 September, 20 October (£1349) & 08 

November 2010 (£1199). This superb price includes: 

l Return flights from Belfast International Airport to Beijing with 

British Airways and Aer Lingus (via London Heathrow) 


Beijing with a visit to the Temple of Heaven en route. 

l Eight nights five-star hotel accommodation staying at The 

Shangri La Kerry Centre Hotel in Beijing with breakfast. 

www.shangri-la.com 

l Evening meal included every night – four nights in hotel and 

four nights in local restaurants. 

l Full day excursion to the Palace Museum) and Tian An Men 

Square. Lunch included. 

l Full day excursion to the Great Wall of China, Jade Carving 

Factory & the Sacred Way leading to the Ming Tombs. Lunch 

included. 

l Full day excursion to the Imperial Summer Palace and the 

Pandas in Beijing Zoo. Lunch included. 

l Full day excursion to the Lama Temple with rickshaw tour 

through local narrow lanes (Hu Tong Tour). Lunch included. 

l Luxury coach transfer with guide assistance from your hotel to 

Beijing Airport for your return flight to Belfast. 

l Flight departs Belfast 1310hrs and arrives into Beijing 0930hrs. 

Flight departs Beijing 1115hrs and arrives into Belfast on Friday 

2030hrs. 

* 8 nights accommodation in Beijing and 1 night on the flight. Single room supplement £279. 

Optional insurance £49 (conditions apply). EU citizens require a tourist visa; a cost applies and 

details will be sent with confirmation of booking. 




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Egypt 

Egypt 

Including Cairo, Valley of the Kings, Nile 

Cruise & Hurghada 

Nine nights from £1,049pp 

Departing 22 September (£1049), 26 October 

(£1149) & 08 November (£1099) 2010. 


l Flights from Belfast International Airport to Cairo return 

with Aer Lingus & British Airways (via London Heathrow). 

l Luxury coach transfers and professional guide for all transfers 

and excursions while in Egypt. 

l One night four star The Shepheard Hotel, Cairo* with 

breakfast. www.shepheard-hotel.com 

l Half day excursion to visit the Pyramids of Giza and dinner 

in local restaurant before boarding your overnight train 

l Overnight train journey to Aswan. www.sleepingtrains.com 

l Sightseeing tour of the Temple of Philae and the High Dam. 

l Three nights cruising aboard a five star Nile Cruise on a full 

board basis. 

l Afternoon felucca sailboat excursion around Elephantine 

Island (Agha Khan mausoleum and Botanical gardens 

viewed from the outside). 

l Full day excursion including visits to the riverside temple at 

Kom Ombo and the Temple of Horus. 

l Full day excursion to visit the Valley of the Kings, The Temple 

of the Queen Hatshepsut, Colossus of Memnon and the 

Temple of Karnak. 

l Disembark cruise ship in Luxor for luxury coach transfer to 

Hurghada. 

l Two nights four star villa accommodation at the Hilton 

Hurghada Resort with half board. www.hilton.com 

l Free time for shopping and sightseeing of your choice. 

l Luxury coach transfer to Cairo. 

l Two nights four star The Oasis Hotel, Cairo* with breakfast. 

www.oasis.com.eg 

l Half day excursion to the Egyptian Museum and Khan El 

Khalili Market. Lunch included. 

*Tour departing 22 September includes 1 night at The Shepheard Hotel in Cairo at the 

start of the itinerary and 2 nights at the end; tour departing 08 November includes 2 

nights at The Oasis Hotel in Cairo at the start of the itinerary and 1 night at The Shepheard 

Hotel at the end. Single room supplement £199. Optional insurance £49 (conditions 

apply). Upgrade to one night accommodation in Cairo, transfers and internal flight from 

Cairo to Aswan in place of overnight sleeper train £129 per person. Upgrade to internal 

flight from Hurghada to Cairo with transfers in place of coach transfer £79 per person. EU 

Citizens require a tourist visa for Egypt; a cost applies and details will be sent to you well 

in advance of your departure. 

Fully 

Escorted 

Tours 

India 



India 

Splendours of Delhi, The Taj Mahal and Rajasthan 

11 nights five-star hotels only £1,899pp 

READER OFFER 

Departing 04 November 2010. This superb price includes: 

l Flights from Belfast International Airport to Delhi with Aer Lingus and British Airways (via London Heathrow). 

l Transfer on arrival by luxury coach to your hotel in Delhi. 

l Three nights five-star hotel accommodation in the Crowne Plaza Delhi Hotel with half board. www.crowneplaza.com 

l Half day guided tour of New Delhi including Qutub Minar. 

l Half day guided tour of Old Delhi including the Red Fort, Raj Ghat the memorial site of Mahatma Gandhi, the Jama Masjid 

mosque, the bustling and colourful market of Chandni Chowk and the Imperial City. You start the day with a Cycle Rickshaw ride. 

l Transfer by luxury coach to your hotel in Agra. 

l One night five-star hotel accommodation in the Jaypee Palace Hotel Agra with half board. www.jaypeehotels.com 

l Afternoon guided excursion to the Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site. 

l Sunset guided excursion to the magnificent Taj Mahal. 

l Transfer by luxury coach to the desert city of Jaipur with stop en-route to visit the Fatehpur Sikri 

l Two nights five-star hotel accommodation in the Country Inn & Suites Jaipur with half board. www.countryinns.com/jaipurin 

l Full day guided tour of Jaipur, known as the “Pink City”. Visit the Amber Fort overlooking the Maota Lake, the City Palace Museum, 

the awe inspiring Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). 

l Transfer by luxury coach to your hotel in Jodhpur. 

l Two nights five-star hotel accommodation in the Gateway Hotel Jodhpur with half board. www.thegatewayhotels.com 

l Half day city guided tour of Jodhpur, the home of the Rathore rulers of the princely State of Rajasthan. 

l Transfer by luxury coach to your hotel in Udaipur, known as the City of Lakes, with en-route visit to the Ranakpur Temple Complex 

in the valley of the Aravalli Hill range. 

l Two nights five-star hotel accommodation in the Rockwood Hotel Udaipur with half board. www.rockwoodhrs.com 

l Morning excursion with guide to the City Palace Museum and the spectacular garden of Sahelion Ki Bari. 

l Afternoon boat cruise on the serene and beautiful Lake Pichola. 

l Free morning for shopping and then transfer by luxury coach to the airport for your afternoon flight between Udaipur and Delhi. 

l One night five-star hotel accommodation in the Crowne Plaza Delhi Hotel with half board. www.crowneplaza.com 

l Transfer by luxury coach to Delhi Airport for your return flight to Belfast (via London Heathrow). 

l Flight departs Belfast 0720hrs and arrives into Delhi 0125hrs. Flight departs Delhi 0655hrs and arrives into Belfast 1635hrs. 

Delhi departure tax INR1300 payable locally. Single room supplement £689. Optional insurance £49 (conditions apply). UK passport holders require a visa to visit India. A cost applies 

and details will be sent to you well in advance of your departure. Prices, taxes, flight times & availability are subject to change. E&OE. Vaccinations are required before your departure. 

Please consult with your GP or Tropical Medical Bureau. 



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Fully 

Escorted 

Tours 

Galway 

Highlights of Cork & Kerry 

Four nights four-star hotels only £399pp 

Departing 29 August 2010. This superb price 

includes: 

l Luxury coach transfer from your pick up point in Ballymena, 

Belfast, Lisburn and Newry to Cork. 

l Visit to Kilkenny Castle and free time for lunch in Kilkenny 

before continuing to Cork. 

l Two nights four-star hotel accommodation at The Silver 

Springs Moran Hotel in Cork on a bed & breakfast basis 

(includes one evening meal on day of arrival). 

www.moranhotels.com 

l Full day guided excursion to Cobh and Midleton including 

visits to Cobh Cathedral, Midleton Distillery and lunch at 

Ballymaloe House (Entrances and lunch included). 

l Full day guided excursion visiting Glengarriff, Garnish Island 

and Bantry House & Gardens before transferring to your 

hotel in Killarney. (Garnish Island Ferry crossing and 

entrances included). 

l Two nights four-star hotel accommodation at the Dromhall 

Hotel in Killarney on a half board basis (breakfast and 

evening meal included each day). www.randleshotels.com 

l Full day guided excursion of the Ring of Kerry to include 

visits to Killorglin, Glenbeigh, Sneem, Kenmare and 

Muckross House. (Entrance included). 

l Services of a professional tour escort for the duration of the 

holiday and luxury coaching throughout provided by 

Chambers Coach Hire. 

l Luxury coach transfer from your hotel in Killarney returning 

to your original joining point. Visit the town of Cashel, home 

to the iconic Rock of Cashel en route. 

Optional insurance to cover cancellation, curtailment and personal effects 

available. Please contact us for details and rates. Single room supplement 

£109. 

Galway street 

Galway, Connemara & 

The Aran Islands 

Three nights three-star hotel only £299pp 

Departing 23 August & 02 September 2010.This 

superb price includes: 


Belfast, Lisburn and Newry to your hotel in Clifden, Galway. 

l Guided visit of Malahide Castle (admission included) and 

free time in Athlone included en-route. 

l Three nights three star accommodation at the Clifden 

Station House Hotel with breakfast. 

www.clifdenstationhouse.com 

l Welcome three course dinner at the hotel. 

l Full day guided excursion around Connemara including 

visits to Leenane, Clifden and Cong and a sightseeing cruise 

on Lough Corrib. 

l Full day excursion to the Aran Islands including boat trip to 

Inis Mor for a guided tour of the Island and a visit to the Dún 

Aonghasa ring fort (return ferry crossing and admissions 

included). 

l Farewell evening meal at the hotel. 


holiday and luxury coaching throughout provided by 

Chambers Coach Hire. 

l Free time in Galway city and light lunch in the exclusive 

Carton House Hotel, Maynooth, included en route back to 

original joining point. 


available. Please contact us for details and rates. Single room supplement £89. 

Lakelands of Fermanagh 

including Lough Erne Cruise 

Two nights three-star hotel only £199pp 


includes: 

l Morning luxury coach transfer from your pick up point in 

Ballymena, Belfast, Lisburn and Craigavon to your hotel in 

Belleek. 

l Afternoon cruise along Lower Lough Erne including a stop 

at the Monastic Site on Devenish Island. 



COACHING BREAKS 

The Burren, Cliffs of Moher & River 

Shannon Cruise 

Three nights four-star hotel only £299pp 


includes: 


Belfast, Lisburn and Newry to your hotel in Ennis. 

l Guided visit of Malahide Castle (admission included) and free 

time in Athlone included en-route. 

l Three nights four-star hotel accommodation at the Old Ground 

Hotel on a bed and breakfast basis (includes one evening meal 

on day of arrival) www.flynnhotels.com 

l Full day guided excursion to include The Burren, Lahinch, 

Lissdoonvarna and the Cliffs of Moher. (Admissions included) 

l Full day guided excursion to include Bunratty Castle and a 

scenic cruise along the Shannon from the heritage town of 

Killaloe onboard ‘The Spirit of Killaloe’. (Admissions included). 


holiday and luxury coaching throughout provided by Chambers 

Coach Hire. 

l Luxury coach transfer from your hotel in Ennis returning to your 

original joining point. Light lunch in the exclusive Carton House 

Hotel, Maynooth, included en route. 


available. Please contact us for details and rates. 

Single room supplement £89. 

l Two nights three-star hotel accommodation in the Hotel 

Carlton, Belleek, on a half board basis (evening meal included 

each night). www.hotelcarlton.co.uk 

l Full day excursion to include a guided tour of Florence Court 

House & Gardens and the Marble Arch Caves, weather 

permitting. (Admissions included). 


holiday and luxury coaching throughout provided by Chambers 

Coach Hire. 

l Luxury coach transfer from your hotel in Belleek returning to 

your original joining point. 


available. Please contact us for details and rates. Single room supplement £39. 




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RETURN 

COACH 

TRAVEL 

Glorious Cotswolds 

and the Heart of England 

Five days, 23 to 27 August 2010, 

from £299.95pp 

Thatched cottages and honey-coloured limestone, market 

towns and medieval castles, a palace and the glorious 

countryside of timeless centuries – join us on a fabulous five 

day break for sights which make time pass more peacefully. 


l Return ferry crossing from the Port of Belfast to 

Stranraer 

l Return coach travel from Stranraer to your hotel 

l Four nights stay at a three or four-star West Midlands 

area hotel 

l Dinner & full English breakfast from dinner on the 

first evening to breakfast on the final morning, 

inclusive 

l Admission to Blenheim Palace 

l Visits to Stratford-upon-Avon & Oxford 

l Services of an Omega Holidays tour representative 


West End Theatre 

London Summer Days 

Seven days, 21 to 27 August 2010, 


London has many attractions to offer and is packed with 

things to see and do. Why not enjoy the stunning views from 

the London Eye, take in some culture at the Tate Modern, 

see the splendour and pageantry of Buckingham Palace or 

immerse yourself in the historical sights of St. Paul’s Cathedral 

and The Tower of London. 



Stranraer 

l Return coach travel from Stranraer to your hotels 

l Overnight stay at the three-star Westmead Hotel, 

Hopwood with dinner and full English breakfast 

l Four nights stay at the four-star Tower Guoman hotel, 

London with continental breakfast 

l Overnight stay at the three-star Swallow Hotel, 

Preston with dinner and full English breakfast 

l Lots of free time in London for sight-seeing and 

shopping 

l Included excursions to Greenwich and Royal Windsor 

l Free time in Stratford-upon-Avon and 

Bowness-on-Windermere 

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Norfolk 


READER OFFER 

Royal Norfolk & The Broads 

Seven days, 1 to 7 August 2010, 


Join us on a great value seven day break to Royal Norfolk and 

enjoy fabulous scenery, picturesque resorts, a royal country 

house – and a vintage train ride! 



Stranraer 

l Two nights stay at the three-star Ramada Jarvis 

Parkway hotel, Leeds 

l Four nights stay at the three-star Brook Hotel, Norwich 

l Dinner & full English breakfast from dinner on the first 

evening to breakfast on the final morning 

l Admission to Sandringham House 

l Visits to Lincoln, Cambridge, Great Yarmouth, a Norfolk 

Lavender Farm and the Norfolk Coast, a sail on the 

Wroxham Broad and a ride on the Poppy Line of the 

North Norfolk Steam Railway 

l Services of an Omega Holidays tour representative 

Royal Windsor & Bath 

Five days, 16 to 20 August 2010, 


Sparkling rivers, classic cities, stylish shopping and glorious 

landscapes: enjoy the best of Southern England on this 

fabulous five day break. 



Stranraer 

l Return coach travel from Stranraer to your hotel 

l Four nights stay at the four-star Best Western Reading 

Moathouse hotel, near Wokingham 

l Dinner & full English breakfast from dinner on the first 

evening to breakfast on the final morning, inclusive 

l Admission to Windsor Castle 

l Visits to Oxford and Bath 

l Services of an Omega Holidays tour representative

We Will Rock You 

Wicked 

West End theatre 

booking service 

available. 

Please call for 

more details 

Lion King 

London Summer Days 

Five days, by air departing 

16 & 23 August 2010 from £409.95pp 

Enjoy five days in England’s capital city - and stay at London’s 

fine four-star Tower Guoman hotel, superbly located on the 

banks of the River Thames right by Tower Bridge. 

London is known the world over for its spectacular sights; royal 

history and traditions; fabulous West End shows; and fantastic 

shopping. So why not join our superb London break and enjoy a 

glittering time in this amazing capital city. 


l Return flight† from Belfast airport to London, taxes and 

transfers 

l Four nights at the four-star Tower Guoman hotel with 

continental breakfast 

l Free time in London for shopping & sight-seeing 

l Excursions to Greenwich & Royal Windsor 

l The services of an Omega Holidays coach driver/tour 

representative 

London and Paris 

Eight days, two-centre holiday 

by Air & Eurostar from £759pp 

The capital of London buzzes with life and attitude. The 

moment you arrive in this diverse city you will be captivated by 

the sounds, aromas and postcard images of its many 

attractions. From Ferris wheels to theatre deals, from buses to 

Beefeaters, parks to palaces and museums to monuments. 

Paris is about style and romance. The French capital is as 

famous for street chic as it is for high culture, but don’t miss out 

on its galleries, historic buildings and natural beauty including 

rivers, parks and gardens. 

Departing 14 August 2010 


l An outward flight from Belfast to London† and, Eurostar 

journey (standard class) from St. Pancras Station to the Gare 

du Nord Station, Paris. 

l Airport taxes and coach transfers in London and Paris 

l Three nights at the four-star Tower Guoman hotel with 

continental breakfast, London and four nights at the four-star 

Mercure Eiffel Suffren hotel, Paris with continental breakfast 

l Sight-seeing coach tours of London and Paris. 

l A coach visit to Versailles. (Admission to the Palace of 

Versailles is not included). 

l A homeward flight from Charles de Gaulle airport to Belfast 

l The services of an Omega Holidays tour manager 


COACH & AIR BREAKS 

Edinburgh Tattoo 

By air, three days departing 

6, 13 & 20 August 2010 from £299.95pp 

By coach, three days departing 

20 August 2010 from £244.95pp 

This summer, reserve your place in the audience for 

Edinburgh’s unrivalled, unforgettable and truly memorable 

Royal Military Tattoo, enjoying its 60th birthday this year. 

The diamond jubilee celebrations make the 2010 Royal 

Edinburgh Military Tattoo a ‘must see’ event, all set against the 

backdrop of the majestic and historic Edinburgh Castle! 



Stranraer, and return coach travel to your hotel or 

return flight † from Belfast airport to Glasgow, taxes and 

transfers 

l A ticket for a 7.30pm Saturday evening performance 

of the 2010 Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. 

(Ticket upgrades are available at a supplement) 

l Two nights stay at a three or four-star outer Glasgow 

area hotel 

l Dinner on the Friday evening and full Scottish 

breakfast on the Saturday and Sunday mornings 

l Free time in Edinburgh and Glasgow 


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Historic Royal Palaces & 

The Houses of Parliament 

Five days, by air departing 16 & 23 

August 2010 from £409.95pp 



transfers 

l Four nights at the four-star Tower Guoman hotel with 


l Admission to the State Apartments of Buckingham 

Palace, and to Clarence House, and visits to Windsor Castle 

& The Houses of Parliament 

l Excursion to Royal Windsor 


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London Bridge 

Buckingham Palace & 

Clarence House 

Three days, by air departing 

20 August 2010 from £329.95pp 

Fantastic 

value 

breaks 

Step across the threshold of royal life on an enticing three day 

break in London, including visits to two of the most important 

and historic buildings in England; Buckingham Palace and 

Clarence House. 



transfers 

l Two nights stay at the four-star Park Plaza Riverbank 


hotel with breakfast 

Top Gear Live at 

l Admission to the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace 

and to Clarence House on the Saturday 



London Weekends 

Three days, by air with monthly 

departures in 2010 from £299.95pp 

London is the shopping capital of the world. From the market 

stalls at Covent Garden to the bustling fashion stores of Oxford 

Street and the luxury department stores of Harrods, and 

Fortnum & Mason, there is retail therapy to appeal to the most 

discerning of shoppers. 



transfers 

l Free time in London for shopping & sight-seeing 

l Two nights at the four-star Tower Guoman hotel with 




Big Ben 


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READER OFFER 

Earls Court, London 

Three days, by air departing 5 November 

2010 from £349.95pp 

Top Gear Live is returning with another brand new, action 

packed and explosive show for 2010. With Jeremy Clarkson, 

Richard Hammond and James May and of course, The Stig 

doing what they do best (and sometimes what they don’t), 

this live action show features breath-taking stunts performed 

by some of the world’s finest precision drivers combined with 

amazing special effects to give you an experience like no other! 



transfers 

l Two nights stay at the four-star Tower Guoman hotel 

with continental breakfast 

l Access to MPH The Prestige & Performance Motor Show 

l A Silver Seat ticket for Top Gear Live. (Ticket upgrades to 

Gold or Platinum packages are available at a 

supplement) 

l Official Show Guide 

l Free time in London

York St Nicholas Fayre 

Three days from £179.95pp 

York has entertained visitors with a blend of old and new at Christmas 

throughout the ages. Come with us and play your own part in festive 

history! York’s cobbled streets and towering Minster are the ideal 

Christmas card scene for great shopping. 

Departing on 26 November 2010 



Stranraer 

l Included visit to the York St Nicholas Fayre 

l Visits to Harrogate & Durham 

l Two nights stay at a three or four-star Yorkshire/North East 

area hotel with dinner and breakfast 

l Coaching throughout 

York by night 

Fantastic 

value 

breaks 

Durham Christmas 

Festival & York 


Edinburgh 

Enjoy a pre-Christmas weekend visit to two of the UK’s most historic 

cities; there will be lots of seasonal delights at Durham’s Christmas 

Market and also, in York’s vibrant streets. 

Departing on 3 December 2010 



Stranraer 

l Included visit to Durham Christmas Festival 

l A shopping visit to the Metro Centre, near Newcastle 

l Two nights stay at a three or four-star Yorkshire/North East 

area hotel with dinner and breakfast 


Edinburgh’s Christmas 

Markets 


Soak up the atmosphere of the German and Highland Village 

Christmas Markets in Scotland’s historic capital city on this superb 

value weekend break. Delight too in the festive colour, displays and 

lights of the famous shoppers’ paradise, Princes Street! 

Departing on 26 November 2010 



Stranraer 

l Included visit to Edinburgh’s Christmas Markets 

l A shopping visit to Glasgow 

l Two nights stay at a three or four-star outer Glasgow area 

hotel 

l Dinner on the Friday evening and full Scottish breakfast on 

the Saturday and Sunday mornings 



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Boston Shopping Break 

Six days from £799pp 

CHRISTMAS BREAKS 

Take a great Boston pre-Christmas shopping break, where you can 

shop ‘til you drop, see the fabulous sights of Boston, with an optional 

excursion and days of leisure, when you can relax and enjoy beautiful 

New England as you wish! 

Departing on 18 November & 2 December 2010 


l Return flight to Boston from Heathrow airport † , taxes and 

transfers. (A return connecting flight to London Heathrow 

airport is available from, Belfast City, Belfast International, 

Edinburgh, Glasgow and Manchester at a supplement from 

£200 per person) 

l Four nights stay in a twin/double bedded room at the 

Radisson Hotel, Boston with breakfast 

l All coaching and guided tours, as described 

l Services of an Omega Holidays Tour Manager 

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Return 

Coach 

Travel 

Trinity College 

Dublin & 

the Wicklow Mountains 

Four days for just £299pp 

Departing on 6 to 9 September 2010, the price 

includes: 

l Return luxury coach transfer from Ballymena, Belfast, 

Lisburn & Newry 

l Three nights stay at the three-star Castle Hotel in Dublin 

city centre 

l 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 3 dinners 

l Excursions to: Dublin’s Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, 

the Guinness Storehouse, Powerscourt House & Gardens, 

Glendalough Monastic Site, the Brú na Bóinne Visitor 

Centre, and the Battle of the Boyne Centre. 

l Admission to all excursions on the itinerary, including an 

opportunity to see the Book of Kells, and dinner at Taylors 

Three Rock, Ireland’s largest largest thatched pub, for an 

evening of Irish food, song, and dance 

l The services of an experienced and qualified Fáilte Ireland 

tour guide 

Call: 0844 571 0238 

quoting: 

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Based on two adults sharing for three nights. Offer subject 

to availability. A non-refundable/non transferable deposit 

of £100 pp is required to book (no surcharge) 2% cc charge 

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Christmas Cracker 

Mini-Break 

Three nights half-board from £179pp 

Enjoy a pre-Christmas Party Weekend at the Elgin Hotel 

with comedy, entertainment and a Christmas dinner. 

Departing on 26 November 2010, 


l Return coach and ferry travel from Belfast 

l Three nights at the Elgin hotel in Blackpool with 

half-board and evening entertainment 

l Excursion to Cleveleys and Fleetwood Market 

Blackpool Illuminations 

Five nights half-board from £259pp 

An Autumn break is a must if you wish to savour the 

world famous Illuminations that shine this year throughout 

September and October – switched on by a mystery 

celebrity continues to shine long after other resorts have 

gone into hibernation. Six miles of this dazzling spectacle 

keeps Blackpool buzzing with laughter and fun. Using the 

latest technology of fibre optics, low voltage neon, these 

shimmering lights together with traditional lamps provide 

a blaze of glorious colour which nightly illuminates the 

Promenade. 

Departing on 12 September and 03 October, 



l Five nights at the Elgin hotel in Blackpool with 

half-board and evening entertainment 

l Two excursions and evening illuminations tour 

Blackpool 


Prices are per person, based on two sharing a standard room and subject to availability. Single room and upgrade supplements 

apply. Operated by Elgin Tours Abta V8213, Atol 5157, a company independent of Independent News and Media Plc. 


Fantastic 

value 

breaks 

Open Golf 

Mid-week break 

in Blackpool 

Five nights half-board from £249pp 

Departing on 8 August, the price includes: 


l Five nights at the Elgin hotel in Blackpool with half-board 

and evening entertainment 

l Half day excursion to Cleveleys and Fleetwood Market 

l Full day excursion to the Lake District 

Open Golf Championship 

by Air 2011 

at Royal St. George’s Sandwich 

Two nights half-board from £449 per 

adult, £419 senior citizen, £379 juniors 

Departing on 16 July, the price includes: 

l Return flights from Belfast to Gatwick 

l Two nights accommodation at the Holiday Inn, Ashford 

Central with half-board 

l Coach transfers and admission to Open Golf 

Championship at Royal St. George’s on Saturday and 

Sunday 

l Return coach transfer from Gatwick Airport 

l Services of an Elgin Tours courier

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