Stitchtopia Craft Holidays

time to plan your perfect

CRAFTING HOLIDAY

QUILTING EMBROIDERY TEXTILES KNITTING CROCHET

From the handknitted treasures of the British Isles to the

colourful quilt shows of Europe, there really is a world of textiles

waiting to be discovered and we’re so pleased to share with you

our latest collection of craft holidays for late 2021 and beyond,

carefully designed to inspire and excite!

Due to recent demand, we have increased our collection of UK

breaks and have a fantastic selection on offer for all crafters.

These unique breaks each offer something a little different,

showing that you don’t have to travel far to experience the

best of a Stitchtopia holiday.

Over the past few months, we have also been offering virtual

workshops with some of our most popular experts for the first

time, so you can enjoy the Stitchtopia experience from your very

own home. More dates will be released soon, so watch this space!

Finally, if you’re looking to travel overseas, you can expect to

find a fantastic selection of returning favourites and brand-new

destinations to choose from, whether you’d love to stitch your way

along the Silk Road or knit amongst Norway’s stunning fjords!

Throughout this booklet, you may also spot some of our holidays have

‘Register Now For 2022’ – head to page 23 to see how you can join our

priority list for these tours, with the opportunity to receive further

details and secure your place before the official release.

We look forward to seeing you soon.

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GREAT REASONS to book with us!

FLEXIBLE BOOKING

Secure your holiday with a deposit and

the option to transfer your booking to

another date for free*

YOUR SAFETY &

WELLBEING

is our utmost priority – we’ll be enforcing

stringent hygiene and safety measures to

help keep you safe on holiday.

OUR PRICE PROMISE

Your holiday will not be sold for less,

furthermore if the price of your holiday does

increase, you will not be asked to pay more

once you have booked!*

PEACE OF MIND

with our expert teams here in the UK you’re

in the best hands. As members of ABTA and

holders of an ATOL license, all of our holidays

are financially bonded.

COVID CANCELLATION

PROTECTION

insurance now available when you

book with us.

HAND-CRAFTED

FOR YOU

Specially crafted for small groups of

like-minded people, our craft holidays

have fantastic itineraries with exclusive

visits and are accompanied by an

experienced tour manager and

popular craft expert.

Contents

Stitchtopia Festival 4

Stitch Yourself Happy Retreats 5

Knitting and Crochet Tours & Cruises 6-13

Stitching Tours & Cruises 13-22

Tour Calendar 23

To book call 01473 794925 or visit arenatravel.com

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Stitchtopia Festival

3 days from £469

18 – 20 March 2022

It may be a year later than we had planned but Stitchtopia

Festival is back with a brand-new venue, some of our most

popular experts, and a fantastic selection of workshops.

Choose which workshops you would like to attend and

spend free time enjoying the fantastic hotel facilities or

crafting in the comfortable lounges and stunning grounds

with likeminded crafters. The fun even continues after

dinner with optional evening entertainment. This really

is the ultimate weekend residential event for all knitters,

crocheters, quilters and embroidery lovers!

Your Stitchtopia Festival ticket

• Two inspirational craft workshops of your choice

• Full board accommodation in a carefully chosen,

good quality hotel

• Additional workshops can be booked at an extra charge

• Join us for evening talks and entertainment

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Stitch Yourself Happy Retreats

Numerous studies have shown that crafting is just as beneficial for your personal

wellbeing and mental health as Pilates, yoga and mindfulness are for both physical and

mental health. These holidays will combine craft sessions with our most popular experts

with mind & body sessions from experienced qualified tutors to leave you relaxed and

refreshed and full of crafting inspiration!

Stitch Yourself Happy Retreats include

• Inspirational craft workshops with a talented expert crafter

• Uplifting mind and body sessions with a qualified tutor

• Full board accommodation in a good quality, four-star hotel

• Complimentary use of the hotel’s leisure facilities (subject to availability)

Patchwork and Pilates Yoga & Yarn

3 days from £350 3 days from £369

29 – 31 October 2021 12 – 14 November 2021

Patchwork with Karin Hellaby

and Pilates with Rosalind Hoyes

at Sedgebrook Hall, Northampton

Knitting with Jane Crowfoot and

Yoga with Molly Melhuish

at Alexandra House, Wiltshire

PROJECT

PROJECT

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Coastline walks from the

hotel are a great way to see

seals, birds and possibly

otters. The yarn shops are also

special places for knitters to

visit. During the workshops

I give a choice of two items

to knit, giving opportunity

to experiment with colour as

well as knitting in the round

with two colours.

Hazel Tindall

Spirit of Shetland

Knitting Holiday

with Hazel Tindall

and Kathleen Anderson

6 days from £1295

1 – 6 September 2021

29 September – 4 October 2021

4 – 9 May 2022

1 – 6 June 2022

22 – 27 June 2022

Join local experts Hazel Tindall and

Kathleen Anderson as we discover the

breathtaking Shetland Islands, whose past

is interwoven with a rich history of wool,

textiles and inimitable Fair Isle technique.

Holiday highlights

•

Enjoy inspirational Shetland lace .

workshops .with Kathleen Anderson

•

Discover the secrets of Shetland Fair Isle

in workshops with Hazel Tindall

•

Learn about Shetland yarn at Jamieson’s

Sandness Mill and Uradale Farm

•

Meet local knitting & textile designers

and enjoy a spot of retail therapy

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Scenic Isles & Lochs

of Scotland Knitting

with Frederica Patmore

6 days from £1335

1 – 6 June 2022

Step on board Fred. Olsen’s Balmoral for this

fantastic five-night cruise around Scottish

waters, enjoying the scenic isles and

lochs as you cruise, and experiencing an

inspirational knitting heritage like no other.

Holiday highlights

• Enjoy inspirational knitting and crochet

workshops with Frederica Patmore

• Discover the highlights of Orkney’s

Creative Trail and the knitwear of .Shetland

on two exclusive full-day excursions

• Enjoy complimentary use of the

on-board leisure facilities and evening

entertainment

Baltic Cities Knitting

Tour

with Carol Meldrum

9 days from £2199

8 – 16 June 2022

10 – 18 July 2022

Explore all three capitals of the Baltic States

and learn about the region’s rich textile

and knitting traditions on this holiday with

expert Carol Meldrum, who has created a

specially designed project inspired by the

traditional patterns.

Holiday highlights

• Enjoy inspirational knitting workshops

with Carol Meldrum

• Take part in local Latvian mitten and

Estonian arts crafts workshops

• Explore the traditional sights of Tallinn

old town and beautiful Riga

• Discover Lithuania’s capital city, Vilnius

on an exciting sightseeing tour


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Baltic Cities Christmas

Markets Knitting Tour

with Carol Meldrum

7 days from £1735

27 November – 3 December 2021

Join Carol Meldrum on this real Christmas

treat to Estonia and Latvia, learning about

the region’s rich textile and knitting

traditions and exploring some of Europe’s

most magical Christmas markets.

Holiday highlights


with Carol Meldrum

• Take part in local Latvian mitten and

Estonian arts & crafts workshops

• Explore the traditional sights of Tallinn

old town and beautiful Riga

• Soak up the aromas of gingerbread and

mulled wine as you shop for handmade

gifts at the Christmas markets

Knit & Crochet

in Finland

with Jane Crowfoot

7 days from £2409

7 – 13 June 2022

Journey through Finland’s knitting heritage

with Jane Crowfoot on this brand new

Stitchtopia tour which explores the capital,

Helsinki, the sunniest city Vaasa and

Korsnas, home of the Korsnas sweater.

Holiday highlights


with Jane Crowfoot

• Learn Finnish and Nordic knitting

techniques from local knitters

• Spend time exploring the highlights of

Helsinki and Vaasa

• Visit the Korsnäs History Museum and

learn .about authentic Korsnäs sweaters

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Northern Lights

Knitting Cruise

with Julie Dubreux

9 days from £2495

4 – 12 December 2021

Join Julie Dubreux for an exciting voyage

along Norway’s stunning coastline with a

chance to experience the magic of one

of nature’s most amazing phenomenon -

a breathtaking performance against the

Arctic sky of the dazzling Northern Lights.

Holiday highlights


with expert Julie Dubreux

• Explore the highlights of Bergen on a

sightseeing tour

• Visit Norway’s third largest city, Trondheim

and the lovely quilt shop here

• Visit a shop specialising in Norwegian

and Nordic arts and crafts in Alesund

Natural Wonders of

Iceland Knitting Cruise

with Jane Crowfoot

12 days from £3175

1 – 12 August 2022

Join Jane Crowfoot on an exciting cruise

to Iceland where knitting traditions date

back to the 16th century and discover the

extraordinary landscapes of the ‘land of fire

and ice’.

Holiday highlights


with Jane Crowfoot

• Visit Heimaey, the best place to see

Atlantic .Puffins or Orca and Fin whales

• Visit Ístex Lopi wool producers and

Thingborg Wool Centre

• Enjoy a full day exploring Kirkwall,

including .yarn shopping and art & craft

studios


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Knitting and Crochet

in the West of Ireland

6 days from £1675

3 – 8 April 2022 with Julie Dubreux

(knitting only)

8 – 13 May 2022 with Carol Meldrum

26 June – 1 July 2022

with Sarah Hazell

On this superb six-day knitting holiday

enjoy workshops led by our expert and

discover the stunning scenery, spirit and

traditional crafts found on the west coast

of Ireland. Included excursions explore the

charming city of Galway, and visit Kylemore

Abbey and the Leenane Sheep and Wool

Centre, both nestled in the midst of

Connemara’s rugged landscape.

Knitting has been a part of Irish life since

the 1600’s when knitting schools were

established across the country. Thanks to

an abundance of wool it became a source

of income for many households during the

18th century. With their distinctive design,

Aran sweaters are a symbol of Ireland and

our full day excursion to the smallest of

the Aran islands is a chance to learn about

Aran knitting, the Inisheer way.

Holiday highlights

•

Enjoy inspirational knitting and/or

crochet workshops with our expert

• Visit the stunning Cliffs of Moher

•

Spend a full day on the smallest Aran

Island and learn traditional knitting

techniques from local experts

•

Discover the history of sheep farming at

Leenane Sheep and Wool Centre

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Discover the rugged beauty and

rich knitting history of the remote

Faroe Islands on this amazing

holiday where, under the guidance

of local expert Katrina I Geil, you’ll

learn to knit traditional Faroese

patterns and beautiful Faroese lace.

Knitting in the

Faroe Islands

with Katrina I Geil

8 days from £2195

6 – 13 June 2022

18 – 25 July 2022

8 – 15 August 2022

With both included excursions and a choice

of optional tours, you can delve deep and

explore the stunning landscapes and

extraordinary nature of this remote north

Atlantic outpost. Learn about the islands’

history, traditions and culture with a visit

to the National Museum, meet local textile

artists and sample the local Faroese cuisine.

Holiday highlights

•

Enjoy inspirational knitting workshops

with Katrina í Geil

•

Visit renowned local textile designer

Poulina

•

Learn secrets of the wool trade at the

Snældan wool factory

•

Discover the islands’ most significant

.historical site, Kirkjubour and spend

time in the idyllic village of Gjogv


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Madeira Crochet

Retreat

with Lucy from Attic24

8 days from £1799


Lucy from Attic24 invites you to discover the

secrets of her famous colour palettes in this

fantastic crochet retreat on the beautiful

island of Madeira.

Holiday highlights

• Enjoy inspirational crochet workshops

with Lucy of Attic24

• Experience stunning views on a calming

levada walk and soak up the vibrancy of

Funchal market

• Discover Madeira’s famous green

landscape .as we visit Monte Palace

tropical garden

• Enjoy a taste of Madeira in a wine tasting

and traditional Madeiran dinner

Carcassonne Crochet

Retreat


8 days from £1745

4 – 11 April 2022

3 – 10 October 2022

Join Lucy, the crocheter behind popular

blog Attic24, on this relaxing retreat to the

medieval city of Carcassonne and discover

the secrets behind her famous colourful

crochet patterns.

Holiday highlights

• Enjoy inspirational crochet workshops


• Stay in the heart of the medieval town

of Carcassonne

• Travel through 2500 years of fascinating

history on a guided tour of Carcassonne

• Visit the charming bastide town Mirepoix

and discover secrets of the textile trade

at the .textile museum in Lavelanet

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Uzbekistan

is on many a

textile lover’s

bucket list. On

this tour, we’ll

pass along the

route of the Silk

Road, admiring

authentic

examples

of local

craftsmanship

in embroidery,

Discover Uzbekistan

15 days from £3555

Silk Road Journey through

Uzbekistan

8 - 22 October 2021 with Janet Clare

5 – 19 April 2022 with Karin Hellaby

6 - 20 May 2022 with Pat Archibald

7 – 21 October 2022 with Karin Hellaby

Knitting Traditions of Uzbekistan

1 – 15 April 2022 with Sarah Hazell

Enjoy workshops with local artisans and

our own expert, who will accompany the

tour throughout. There’ll also be plenty of

opportunity for some retail therapy too, as we

enjoy the sights, sounds and aromas of the

markets and bazaars throughout our journey.

Holiday highlights

•

•

Enjoy inspirational workshops with our expert

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites

of .Khiva, Bhukara and Samarkand

•

Visit traditional bazaars, selling homemade

produce and authentic textiles

•

Learn about the famous Shakhrisabz

suzani embroidery

• Enjoy workshops with local artisans,

discovering the secrets behind ancient

handmade traditions


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Craft Sanctuary Embroidery Retreats

Craft Sanctuary is our collection of two-night UK embroidery retreats, each hosted by a

Royal School of Needlework trained tutor. Enjoy two days of workshops throughout the

weekend, plus full board accommodation from dinner on arrival until lunch on the day

of departure. Project kits are also included so all you have to do is get yourself there!

Craft Sanctuary Retreats include

• Enjoy inspirational embroidery workshops with a Royal School of Needlework

trained tutor

• Included kit for workshops plus exclusive Craft Sanctuary canvas bag

• Stay full board in a carefully chosen, good quality hotel

• Enjoy complimentary use of the hotel’s leisure facilities (subject to availability)

Craft Sanctuary Autumn

Embroidery Retreat,

Warwick

Craft Sanctuary

Embroidery Retreat,

Daventry

3 days from £435 3 days from £379

3 – 5 September 2021 1 – 3 October 2021

with Helen McCook

at Chesford Grange, Kenilworth

with Jessica Aldred

at De Vere Staverton Estate, Daventry

PROJECT

PROJECT

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Modern Cross Stitch

Retreat

with Jamie Chalmers – Mr X Stitch

3 days from £525

22 – 24 October 2021

Join Jamie Chalmers AKA Mr X Stitch for

this inspiring cross stitch retreat based

in the colourful city of Bristol which is

bursting at the seams with creative

inspiration.

Holiday highlights

• Enjoy inspirational cross-stitch workshops

with Mr X Stitch

•

Stay in a magnificently-restored Grade II

listed .building, in the heart of Bristol

•

Create your own cross stitch pattern,

taking inspiration from Bristol’s colourful

arts scene

Sitges Patchwork

Festival and Barcelona

with Janet Clare

8 days from £1699

25 March – 1 April 2022

Indulge your love of stitching and visit

Spain’s glorious Catalonia region. Together

with Janet Clare you’ll explore historic Girona,

the extraordinary city of Barcelona and

experience quilting heaven at the fantastic

Sitges Patchwork Festival.

Holiday highlights

• Enjoy inspirational hand-stitching

workshop with Janet Clare

• Experience three very different cities as

we .stay in Sitges, Girona and Barcelona

• Spend two days at Sitges International

Patchwork Festival

• Explore Barcelona’s must-see sights

including .some of Gaudi’s masterpieces


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Alsace European

Patchwork Festival

with Pat Archibald

6 days from £1675


Join Pat Archibald in the heart of

beautiful Alsace and immerse yourself

in textiles & patchwork at the charming

Carrefour Européen du Patchwork – a quilt

show with a difference!

Holiday highlights

• Enjoy inspirational hand stitching

workshops with Pat Archibald

• Spend four days at the Carrefour .

Européen .du Patchwork, spread across

four charming villages

• Enjoy free time to explore Colmar and

the .patchwork landscape of the Val D’Argent

• Stay at a lovely hotel, with a great central

location – ideal for exploring!

South Africa National

Quilt Festival

with Janice Gunner

15 days from £5075

2 – 16 October 2022

This exciting textile adventure celebrates

some of South Africa’s most iconic sites

and experiences including Table Mountain,

wine tasting in the Cape Winelands and an

elephant safari!

Holiday highlights

• Enjoy inspirational hand-sewing ..

workshops with Janice Gunner

• Spend two days at the South African

National Quilt Festival

• Admire the spectacular views from the

top of Table Mountain

• Discover the animals of the Addo .

Elephant Park on a safari trip

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Pour l’amour du fil

Quilt Show, Nantes

with Victoria Peat

7 days from £1859


A celebration of ‘all things textile’, the show

Pour L’Amour du Fils is a highlight of our

quilting holiday to Nantes, combined with

workshops hosted by expert Victoria Peat,

and visits to the Cholet textile museum

and Muscadet et Sevre wine region.

Holiday highlights

• Inspirational hand-stitching workshops

with Victoria Peat

• Spend a full day at the Pour L’amour

duFil Quilt Show

• Explore the historic centre of Nantes and

the .picturesque medieval town of Clisson

• Enjoy a guided tour of Cholet Textile

Museum

Portuguese

Patchwork Retreat

with Karin Hellaby

8 days from £2499

24 September - 1 October 2021

Join Karin Hellaby and enjoy four fantastic

days of machine quilting workshops on

Portugal’s beautiful Silver Coast. Staying

in the five-star Praia D’el Rey Golf & Beach

resort, you’ll have a whole host of excellent

facilities to enjoy.

Holiday highlights

• Enjoy inspirational machine-stitching

workshops with Karin Hellaby and

Bernina machines

• Experience the best of both worlds with

two .nights’ in the city and five nights’

on the coast

• Discover the beautiful city of Porto, and

the famous azulejo tiles

• Enjoy a cruise on the River Douro with

port wine tasting


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Carcassonne Quilting

Retreat

with Pat Archibald

8 days from £1889

20 – 27 October 2021

Stitching within the ancient walls of the

medieval city of Carcassonne creates a truly

special quilting experience. This retreat,

with workshops led by our quilting expert,

also visits beautiful Mirepoix and the textile

museum at Lavelanet.

Holiday highlights

• Enjoy inspirational machine-quilting

.workshops with Pat Archibald and

Bernina machines

• Stay in the heart of the medieval town

of Carcassonne

• Travel through 2500 years of fascinating

history on a guided tour of Carcassonne

• Visit the charming bastide town Mirepoix

and discover secrets of the .textile trade at

the textile museum in Lavelanet

Madeira Quilting

Retreat

with Janet Clare

8 days from £1939

21 – 28 February 2022

Following the success of our previous

Madeira Quilting Retreats, Janet Clare invites

you to join her on the island of Madeira with

three and a half days of workshops included.

Holiday highlights

• Enjoy inspirational machine-quilting

.workshops with Janet Clare and Bernina

machines

• Take part in a traditional Madeiran

embroidery workshop with local experts

• Experience stunning views on a calming

levada walk and soak up the vibrancy of

Funchal market

• Discover Madeira’s famous green landscape

as we visit Monte Palace tropical garden

• Enjoy a taste of Madeira in a wine tasting

and traditional Madeiran dinner

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Budapest and Slovakia

Quilting Retreat

with Karin Hellaby

8 days from £1895

22 – 29 April 2022

An exciting opportunity to explore Hungary’s

beautiful capital and learn about its textile

industry before journeying to Slovakia where

you’ll enjoy four fabulous days of quilting in

workshops with expert Karin Hellaby at the

elegant Chateau Bela.

Holiday highlights

• Inspirational machine-quilting workshops

with Karin Hellaby and Bernina .machines

• Spend a full day in Budapest, discovering

the highlights with a local guide

• Discover the story of Hungary’s textile

industry at the Goldberger Textile Museum

• Visit the arts town of Szentendre and

.discover traditional Kékfestö fabrics

• Enjoy a wine tasting with Chateau Bela’s

sommelier

Milan and the Italian

Lakes Quilting Retreat

with Karin Hellaby

8 days from £2255


Experience the best of both worlds on

this fantastic two-centre holiday which

combines a stay in the global capital of art

and design, Milan, with a relaxing retreat

amongst the tranquil setting of Lake

Holiday highlights

• Enjoy inspirational quilting workshops

with Karin Hellaby and Bernina machines

• Enjoy a guided tour of the Aurifil factory

with goodie bag

• Discover some of the greatest names in

French .and Italian fashion at Pino Grasso

embroidery

• Learn about the fascinating silk process

at .Museo della Seta in Como, the “City of

Silk”


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Northern Cyprus

Quilting Retreat

with Karin Hellaby

8 days from £1889

29 October – 5 November 2022

Discover the Turkish delights of unspoiled

Northern Cyprus. Learn about the traditional

handicrafts, explore the last-divided capital

in the world and enjoy workshops with

expert Karin Hellaby in the charming,

historical town of Kyrenia.

Holiday highlights

• Enjoy inspirational machine quilting

.workshops with Karin Hellaby and

Bernina machines

• Explore the sights of Kyrenia, said to be

the .most beautiful town in Cyprus

• Discover local crafts at the ancient

trading station Büyük Han

• Enjoy an authentic workshop with the

Lefke handicraft organisation

Northern Cyprus Cross

Stitch Retreat

with Jane Greenoff

8 days from £1679

16 – 23 November 2021

With traditional handicrafts including the

famous Lefkara Lace and Hesap Embroidery,

lesser-visited Northern Cyprus is the perfect

place for a relaxing cross stitch retreat with

Jane Greenoff. Excursions explore Kyrenia,

Lefkosa and Guzelyurt.

Holiday highlights

• Enjoy inspirational cross-stitch workshops

with Jane Greenoff

• Explore the sights of Kyrenia, said to be

the most .beautiful town in Cyprus

• Discover local crafts at the ancient trading

station Büyük Han

• Enjoy an authentic workshop with the

Lefke handicraft organisation

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Textiles of Morocco

15 days from £3995

7 – 21 May 2022

with Karin Hellaby


with Pat Archibald

Explore the traditional Amazigh (Berber)

crafts of Morocco as we travel along

ancient trade routes and through colourful

cities, embracing the weavers, embroiders

and craftspeople practicing traditional

techniques and lifestyles throughout this

wonderful country.

Holiday highlights

• Enjoy inspirational hand-sewing

workshops with our expert

• Pick up some handmade mementos

in the souks of old Medina in Marrakech

• Explore the stunning ‘blue city’ of .

Chefchaouen

• Enjoy traditional craft demonstrations

with Moroccan artisans

Northern Lights

Quilting Cruise

with Karin Hellaby

9 days from £2395

12 – 20 December 2021

Join Karin Hellaby for an exciting voyage

along Norway’s stunning coastline with a

chance to experience the magic of one of

nature’s most amazing phenomenon - a

breath-taking performance against the

Arctic sky of the dazzling Northern Lights.

PROJECT

Holiday highlights

• Enjoy inspirational stitching workshops

with expert Karin Hellaby

• Explore the highlights of Bergen on a

sightseeing tour

• Visit Norway’s third largest city, Trondheim

and the lovely quilt shop here

• Visit a shop specialising in Norwegian and

Nordic arts and crafts in Alesund


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Spring River Cruises

Join us for this celebration of colour as we experience

one of the Netherland’s most famed floral events.

On these seven day river cruises, we will see the best

of Dutch and Belgian springtime, with vibrant displays

and of course a visit to the fabulous Floriade Expo.

River Cruise highlights

Enjoy inspirational workshops with our expert

• Spend six nights’ on board the recently

refurbished MS Arena

• Gather inspiration from beautiful botanical

and themed gardens

• Enjoy the beauty of Floriade, a spectacular

floral .event which only occurs every 10 years

Quilting through the Springtime

Gardens of Holland & Belgium

with Mandy Shaw

7 days from £1795

23 – 29 April 2022

Stitching through the Springtime

Gardens of Holland & Belgium

with Kate Barlow

7 days from £1795

29 April – 5 May 2022

Delightful Holland and

Floriade Cross Stitch Cruise

with Jane Greenoff

7 days from £1799

11 – 17 May 2022

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Tour Calendar

For details of our late availability departures in August & September 2021 visit arenatravel.com

2021 TOUR EXPERT

1 - 3 OCTOBER CRAFT SANCTUARY EMBROIDERY RETREAT JESSICA ALDRED

8 - 22 OCTOBER SILK ROAD JOURNEY THROUGH UZBEKISTAN JANET CLARE

18 - 25 OCTOBER NORTH EAST ENGLAND QUILTING RETREAT KARIN HELLABY

20 - 27 OCTOBER CARCASSONNE QUILTING RETREAT PAT ARCHIBALD

22 - 24 OCTOBER MODERN CROSS STITCH RETREAT MR X STITCH

28 OCTOBER - 1 NOVEMBER WELSH KNITTING RETREAT SASHA KAGAN

29 - 31 OCTOBER STITCH YOURSELF HAPPY - PATCHWORK AND PILATES KARIN HELLABY & ROSALIND HOYES

12 - 14 NOVEMBER STITCH YOURSELF HAPPY - YOGA & YARN JANE CROWFOOT & MOLLY MELHUISH

16 - 23 NOVEMBER NORTHERN CYPRUS CROSS STITCH RETREAT JANE GREENOFF

19 - 21 NOVEMBER SEW YOUR DREAM DRESS RETREAT CHARLOTTE NEWLAND

27 NOVEMBER - 3 DECEMBER BALTIC CITIES CHRISTMAS MARKETS KNITTING TOUR CAROL MELDRUM

4 - 12 DECEMBER NORTHERN LIGHTS KNITTING CRUISE JULIE DUBREUX

12 - 20 DECEMBER NORTHERN LIGHTS QUILTING CRUISE KARIN HELLABY

2022 TOUR EXPERT

21 - 28 FEBRUARY MADEIRA QUILTING RETREAT JANE CROWFOOT

18 - 20 MARCH STITCHTOPIA FESTIVAL VARIOUS

25 MARCH - 1 APRIL SITGES PATCHWORK FESTIVAL AND BARCELONA JANET CLARE

1 - 15 APRIL KNITTING TRADITIONS OF UZBEKISTAN SARAH HAZELL

3 - 8 APRIL KNITTING IN THE WEST OF IRELAND JULIE DUBREUX

4 - 11 APRIL CARCASSONNE CROCHET RETREAT PAT ARCHIBALD

5 - 19 APRIL SILK ROAD JOURNEY THROUGH UZBEKISTAN KARIN HELLABY

22 - 29 APRIL BUDAPEST AND SLOVAKIA QUILTING RETREAT KARIN HELLABY

23 - 29 APRIL

QUILTING THROUGH THE SPRINGTIME GARDENS

OF HOLLAND AND BELGIUM

MANDY SHAW

29 APRIL - 5 MAY

STITCHING THROUGH THE SPRINGTIME GARDENS

OF HOLLAND & BELGIUM

KATE BARLOW

3 - 8 MAY KNIT AND CROCHET IN THE WEST OF IRELAND SARAH HAZELL

4 - 9 MAY SPIRIT OF SHETLAND KNITTING HOLIDAY HAZEL TINDALL & KATHLEEN ANDERSON

6 - 20 MAY SILK ROAD JOURNEY THROUGH UZBEKISTAN PAT ARCHIBALD

7 - 21 MAY TEXTILES OF MOROCCO KARIN HELLABY

8 - 13 MAY KNIT AND CROCHET IN THE WEST OF IRELAND CAROL MELDRUM

11 - 17 MAY

DELIGHTFUL HOLLAND AND THE FLORIADE

CROSS STITCH CRUISE

JANE GREENOFF

1 - 6 JUNE SCENIC ISLES AND LOCHS OF SCOTLAND KNITTING CRUISE FREDERICA PATMORE

1 - 6 JUNE SPIRIT OF SHETLAND KNITTING HOLIDAY HAZEL TINDALL & KATHLEEN ANDERSON

7 - 13 JUNE KNIT AND CROCHET IN FINLAND JANE CROWFOOT

8 - 16 JUNE BALTIC CITIES KNITTING TOUR CAROL MELDRUM

22 - 27 JUNE SPIRIT OF SHETLAND KNITTING HOLIDAY HAZEL TINDALL & KATHLEEN ANDERSON

10 - 18 JULY BALTIC CITIES KNITTING TOUR CAROL MELDRUM

1 - 12 AUGUST NATURAL WONDERS OF ICELAND KNITTING CRUISE JANE CROWFOOT

8 - 15 AUGUST KNITTING IN THE FAROE ISLANDS KATRINA I GEIL

1 - 15 SEPTEMBER TEXTILES OF MOROCCO KARIN HELLABY

25 SEPTEMBER - 2 OCTOBER MILAN AND THE ITALIAN LAKES TEXTILE RETREAT KARIN HELLABY

2 - 16 OCTOBER SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL QUILT FESTIVAL JANICE GUNNER

3 - 10 OCTOBER CARCASSONNE CROCHET RETREAT PAT ARCHIBALD

7 - 21 OCTOBER SILK ROAD JOURNEY THROUGH UZBEKISTAN KARIN HELLABY

29 OCTOBER - 5 NOVEMBER NORTHERN CYPRUS QUILTING RETREAT KARIN HELLABY

We are always expanding our Stitchtopia collection and are still working on our 2022

collection. Although confirmed dates may not be available for some tours yet, if you are

interested in joining us, please head to the exclusive link below to register your interest,

so we can add you to our priority list and send further information once available.

www.arenatravel.com/craft-holidays/coming-soon

Call us on 01473 794925, or send an email to enquiries@arenatravel.com

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FROM THE ARENA TRAVEL GROUP

HOLIDAYS BY RAIL

Relax and enjoy one of our expertly planned fully escorted

holidays by rail.

With travel into the heart of Europe by Eurostar you can choose from short

breaks, classic tours and lakes and mountains to superb destinations.

Call 01858 438332 or visit arenarailholidays.com

REQUEST

YOUR NEW

BROCHURE

TODAY!

BOXWOOD GARDEN TOURS

Visit some of the world's most beautiful and exclusive gardens.

Boxwood Tours offer high quality garden holidays with a chance to visit some of the most exclusive

and beautiful gardens in the UK, Europe and beyond. Lead by experts, each tour also features

meetings with garden owners and head gardeners wherever possible.

Call 01341 241717 or visit boxwoodtours.co.uk

REMEMBRANCE TOURS

Explore events that have shaped world history.

Our Remembrance Tours promise experiences that are both poignant and memorable. Our expert

guides have lots of knowledge, to guide you on captivating experiences and destinations, allowing you

to explore the powerful stories behind them.

Call 01473 917308 or visit arenatravel.com

VOYAGES SMALL SHIP & LUXURY CRUISING

We have partnered with some of the best cruise line companies in the business. Our collection of

cruises, aboard small, luxury ships, represents the perfect exploration and coastal cruises on offer.

Visit some of the world’s most beautiful destinations; relax in the Seychelles, sail the blue waters of the

Mediterranean or see the very best sights on the British coast.

Call 01858 435646 or visit arenatravel.com

ART PURSUITS ART HISTORY TOURS

Art History and Architectural Cultural Tours throughout Europe.

Our cultural holidays combine the art of travelling with the pleasure

of looking at and learning about art and history in beautiful places.

Call 01280 736115 or visit artpursuits.com

FIRST FOR BRIDGE HOLIDAYS

Club standard bridge holidays with EBU Masterpoints awarded and bridge holidays

without Masterpoints.

First for Bridge has over 20 years’ experience of organising bridge holidays and cruises in the UK and

abroad. Our professional service and attention to detail sets us apart from other operators and creates

the high standard our guests are used to.

Call 01473 794926 or visit firstforbridge.com

Arena Travel, Explorer House,

2 Betts Avenue, Martlesham Heath,

Ipswich, Suffolk, IP5 3RH

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