Neilson have the following offers available on April ski holidays in Italy, France, Andorra and Austria:
Arabba, Italy
Arabba sits almost at the head of a valley, one of the highest resorts in the Dolomites. With its snowsure north facing slopes, access to the Marmolada glacier, and being positioned right on the Sella Ronda circuit, the gateway to over a thousand kilometres of groomed pistes you could not pick a better place if your winter holiday is all about the skiing.
Date: 3rd April 2010
Airport: London Gatwick
Country: Italy
Resort: Arabba
Accommodation: Chalet Karin
Board: 3*
Price: £599pp
Saving: £135
Mayrhofen, Austria
The extent and variety of terrain makes this resort suitable for all abilities, as highly regarded by families and couples as it is by groups.
Date: 3rd April 2010
Airport: Manchester
Country: Austria
Resort: Mayrhofen
Accommodation: Kristall Hotel
Board: 3*
Price: £628pp
Saving: £80
Flaine, France
Situated in the centre of a massive bowl, the pistes and lifts radiate out from the resort of Flaine like a giant snowy octopus. Literally a resort in the thick of things, designed with convenience for all in mind.
Date: 3rd April 2010
Airport: London Gatwick
Country: France
Resort: Flaine
Accommodation: Hameau De Flaine
Board: 3*
Price: £599pp
Saving: £119
Les Deux Alpes, France
One of our top selling resorts! Snowsure great on and off-piste and a lively resort. Unusually, some of the beginners' pistes are on the glacier, so have fantastic snow conditions ideal for learning.
Date: 3rd April 2010
Airport: Bristol
Country: France
Resort: Les Deux Alpes
Accommodation: Chalet Chartreuse
Board: 4*
Price: £749pp
Saving: £259
Arinsal, Andorra
The ski areas of Arinsal & La Massana and Pal have received substantial and continued investment over recent years. Things really have changed and it shows! This is a fantastic area for beginners, improvers and families and is certainly not given enough credit.
Date: 4th April 2010
Airport: Manchester
Country: Andorra
Resort: Arinsal
Accommodation: Hotel St Gothard
Board: 4*
Price: £399pp
Saving: £80
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Terms & Conditions:
*Neilson holds the right to withdraw these offers at anytime, and all offers are subject to availability.
Prices are per person.
Offers can not be combined with any other discount, and are for new bookings only.
All offers are based on maximum occupancy of a room, or apartment and include all fuel, atol, and late booking charges.
Accommodation, meal and regional flight supplements may apply.
Trekking Mont Blanc. A holiday with GAP Adventures. Trek the Alps from France to Italy and Switzerland; cross glaciers and pine forests, visit remote villages and mountain refuges before finishing your days with local cuisine and wines. The Mont Blanc region boasts one of the world's premier hiking circuits and the highest mountain in Western Europe.
Highlights
The Alps, France, Italy, Switzerland, Chamonix, Les Houches, Col de la Croix du Bonhomme, Les Chapieux, Col de la Seigne, Val Veny, Courmayuer, La Fouly, La Forclaz.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Chamonix
Arrive in Chamonix at any time. Welcome meeting in the evening.
Day 2 Les Contamines (D)
Head to Les Houches and begin with a cable car ride to the starting point of your trek in Bellevue. Hike through beautiful spruce forests and alpine meadows, on past the magnificent Bionnassay Glacier, and continue along the old Roman road towards the Col Du Bonhomme. Enjoy views of the Chamonix Valley and Mont Blanc Range before descending to Les Contamines valley to the La Balme gite, near Col du Bonhomme.
Day 3 Col de la Croix du Bonhomme, Les Chapieux (B,D)
As we ascend the flanks of Mont Blanc, we are rewarded with awesome views down into the Vallée des Chapieux, where you'll spend the night.
Day 4 Col de la Seigne, Val Veny, Courmayeur (B)
Continue climbing through open pastures, arriving at the Col de la Seigne and the border with Italy. We pass Col Checroui, before descending into the beautiful Val Veny. Hike along picturesque glacial lakes en route and then enjoy a night in the Italian town of Courmayeur.
Day 5 Courmayeur (B)
Relax today with a much-needed rest day. Spend the day taking it easy, with options for a cable car ride to Pointe Helbronner on Mont Blanc or a transglacial crossing from Italy into France.
Day 6 Col de Grand Ferret, La Fouly (B,D)
Hike from Courmayeur to Mont de la Faxe. We take the "balcony road", for fabulous views of the Grandes Jorassses Ridge, and spend the night in the mountains at the rustic Bonatti Refuge.
Day 7 Champex (B)
Hike through the Grand Col Ferret to the border with Switzerland, before descending to the Swiss side of Val Ferret to the village of the same name. Here we hop on a local bus towards Champex, and onto Prazde Fort, where we can choose to hike the final segment of the walk, or continue by bus all the way to the village if your feet are weary!
Day 8 Trient (B,D)
Today’s hike starts at Champex d’en Bas. We take the spectacular Bovine Way, an ancient trail used to access the flower-filled summer cow pastures high above the valley. We cross the Col de la Forclaz and continue on to the Swiss town of Trient.
Day 9 Chamonix Valley (B)
Saying goodbye to Switzerland, we return to France via the Chamonix Valley. We hike over the Col de la Balme and the Col de Posettes, descending to Col des Montets in the Chamonix Valley, from where we jump on a train or bus back to Chamonix for our final night on the town.
Day 10 Departure
Depart Chamonix at any time.
Trip Details
Trip Style: Active
Service Level: Basic
Physical Demands Rating: 5
Duration: 10 days
Trip Code: EFMB
Countries Visited: France, Italy, Switzerland
Dates and Departures
£719 GBPpp for 1 Adult
Local Payments now included on all Gap Adventures
International airfare is not included
Next Available Departure: Sat, Jun. 19, 2010
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Neilson have the following offers available on March ski holidays in Italy and Austria:
Livigno, Italy
With slopes reaching up to 2800m, Livigno offers a great snow record,long season and excellent skiing for beginners, intermediates and families with a wealth of blue and red runs scattered across both sides of the valley.
Date: 6th March 2010
Airport: London Gatwick
Accommodation: Galli Hotel
Board: 3*
Price: £449pp
Saving: £185
Sestriere, Italy
A purpose-built resort with fantastic skiing available to all levels. The standard of accomodation here is among the best in the Milky Way area
Date: 7th March 2010
Airport: Birmingham
Accommodation: Edelweiss Apartments
Board: 2*
Price: £249pp
Saving: £110
Kaprun, Austria
Charming, traditional resorts offering extensive skiing, Zell am See and Kaprun have it all.
Date: 20th March 2010
Airport: Manchester
Accommodation: Pension Kaprun
Board: 3*
Price: £265 pp
Saving: £105
Visit the Neilson Website to find out more...
Painting with Acrylics short break with Warner Leisure Hotels at Norton Grange on the Isle of Wight.
On this course you will learn how versatile acrylic paint is and how to use it. How to paint various subject matter and how to use the characteristics of acrylic paint to advantage. You will take home with you a work of art to be proud of, and the desire to return and learn more!
That's the belief of our expert tutor Murray Ince a local artist from Totland Bay on the Isle of Wight.
Acrylics are one of the most versatile of mediums and Murray will show you how it can be used thin like watercolour or applied heavily as with oil colour. He will demonstrate how it can be used to paint on many surfaces and how to use the quick drying properties to advantage and how to adapt techniques to suit the medium.
Murray will guide you through observation, colour mixing, composition, working from photographs and introduce you to landscape and seascape painting, still life and the painting of other subject matter. Acrylics aren't limited to traditional painting surfaces and can be used on many other surfaces including stones, flowerpots, wood, and is ideally suited to decorating walls and furniture. Once you get started you won't want to stop!
Our small classes - with never more than 12 mean that everyone gets plenty of individual tuition as well as the benefit of trying something in a great environment with like-minded people. This great value course comprises 10 hours of tuition spread over 2 days.
This course - NEW for Norton Grange, is suitable for novices and improvers and includes all materials required. If the weather permits, inspiration may be taken outside.
Dates Available
12 April 2010
10 May 2010
21 June 2010
19 July 2010
16 August 2010
27 September 2010
25 October 2010
22 November 2010
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Norton Grange Painting with Acrylics - Taster
Starting out with a new hobby can sometimes be a daunting experience, that's why it's important to get expert advice.
Our expert tutor Murray Ince a local artist from Totland Bay on the Isle of Wight will cover all the basics in this one day session. How versatile acrylic paint is and how to use it. How to paint various subject matter and how to use the characteristics of acrylic paint to advantage.
Once you get started you won't want to stop!
Our small classes - with never more than 12 mean that everyone gets plenty of individual tuition as well as the benefit of trying something in a great environment with like-minded people.
This course - NEW for Norton Grange, is suitable for novices and improvers and includes all materials required.
Dates Available
14 May 2010
30 July 2010
15 October 2010
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Norton Grange Coastal Resort
Yarmouth, Isle of Wight. PO41 0SD
With it's tropical palms and picturesque fishing, yachting and ferry port of Yarmouth nearby, as well as a ten minute stroll to the beach, a stay at Norton Grange feels almost like being abroad. But you’ll still enjoy home comforts of a three course dinner, comfortable accommodation as well as fantastic leisure facilities and of course, the very best in entertainment every night.
Neilson have the following last minute Half Price Ski Holidays available in France and Scandinavia...
Tignes, France - 27th Feb Departure
Departure: Bristol
Resort: Tignes
Accommodation: Hameau Du Borsat - 2*
Board: Self Catering
Brochure Price: GBP389 pp
Offer Price: GBP149pp
Saving: GBP240pp
Geilo, Norway - 28th Feb Departure
Departure: Gatwick
Resort: Geilo
Accommodation: Hotel Ustedalen - 3*
Board: Half Board
Brochure Price: GBP589pp
Offer Price: GBP249pp
Saving: GBP340pp
Accommodation: Forest Chalet 1 - 4*
Board: Catered Chalet
Brochure Price: GBP559pp
Offer Price: GBP299pp
Saving: £260pp
Accommodation: Forest Chalet 2 - 4*
Board: Catered Chalet
Brochure Price: GBP589pp
Offer Price: GBP299pp
Saving: GBP290pp
Accommodation: Forest Chalet 3 - 4*
Board: Catered Chalet
Brochure Price:GBP589pp
Offer Price: GBP299pp
Saving: GBP290pp
Accommodation: Forest Chalet 4 - 4*
Board: Catered Chalet
Brochure Price: GBP559pp
Offer Price: GBP299pp
Saving: GBP260pp
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Costa Rica Rafting Adventure with GAP Adventures. Costa Rica is one of the world's great adventure destinations. This 15-day adrenaline-filled journey has you trekking deep in the jungle, biking along a volcano and whitewater rafting the Reventazon and Pacuare Rivers.
Costa Rica Hike, Bike & Raft - 15 days
Trip Code: CHB
GBP999 GBP pp for 1 Adult
Next Available Departure: Sat, May. 8, 2010
- Local Payments now included on all Gap Adventures
- International airfare is not included
Trip Overview
Highlights: San José, La Danta Private Reserve, Rafting the Reventazon and Pacuare Rivers, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna.
Trip Style: Active
Service Level: Standard
Physical Demands Rating: 4
Start-Finish: ex San José
What's Included: 4-day hiking excursion to La Danta Private Reserve, 3-day rafting trip on the Reventazon and Pacuare Rivers, Guided visit to Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve, Horseback ride from Monteverde, Hot Springs in La Fortuna, 2 half-day biking trips in La Fortuna.
Group Size Notes: Max 12, Avg 8
Group Leader: Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Meals Included: 6 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 5 Dinners.
Transport: Public bus, Private van, Bike, Boat, Rafts, Hiking.
Accommodation: Hotels/guest houses (10 nts), Jungle lodge - no electricity (4 nts).
Meal Budget: Allow USD260-345 for meals not included. For additional expenses, see Trip Details.
My Own Room: Not available on this tour
Recommendation: Want to be active, but not this active? Check out our ever popular Costa Rica Adventure - see code CRA.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive San José
Arrive in San José at any time.
Day 2-5 La Danta Private Reserve / Guápiles (4B,3L,3D)
Stay at a rustic rainforest lodge, after an excursion deep into the jungle, which will be our base of operations for a few days. Experience the stunning display of natural landscapes, waterfalls, and plant species endemic to this lush region during one of the many day hikes. Overnight in Guápiles on Day 5.
Day 6-7 River Rafting (2B,2L,2D)
Raft down the thrilling Reventazon and Pacuare Rivers as you revel in the strange sounds of the jungle animals and the rare trees and flora surrounding you. The afternoon and evening are spent at a remote rainforest tent camp.
Day 8-10 Arenal/La Fortuna (2L)
Leave the river and head to La Fortuna, located at the base of Arenal Volcano. We will explore the area by bike, taking in some varied routes including lakeside trails and rolling hills surrounded by lush rainforest and on a clear day great views of Arenal Volcano. The next day, cycle through small, rural communities and take a well-deserved dip in a secret swimming hole.
Day 11-13 Monteverde
Set off by van, then boat and then van again to Monteverde, where we do a guided horseback tour along the green rolling hills. Enjoy a guided tour of the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve, a true bird lover's paradise. Explore the area or walk along bridges suspended above the trees, and don't miss the butterfly garden or the famous canopy zip line.
Day 14 San José
We return to San José for our final evening and dinner on the town.
Day 15 Depart San José
Find out More - Visit the GAP Adventures Website
Club Med are offering big reductions on last minute skiing holidays in Villars-sur-Ollon in Switzerland.
Seven nights departing 6th March from GBP989pp excluding transport - Save up to GBP176pp.
One of the premier destinations in Europe, this Swiss resort helped launch the popularity of winter sports during the "Roaring Twenties". The small rack railway dates back to the resort's origins, as does the elegant hotel that is home to the Club Med.
With its new outdoor heated swimming pool in a beautiful, south-facing setting, its Turkish bath and speciality restaurant, the hotel offers warm and cosy comforts.
Villars-sur-Ollon has something for the whole family, from action-packed skiing to tasting local produce and relaxing strolls to nearby Lake Geneva.
Ski Domains: Villars-Gryon and Diableret-Meilleret-Isenau
Altitude between 3,000 m and 1,250 m.
35 ski lifts; 10 snow cannons; 2 snowparks
100 km of ski runs: 3 black; 27 red; 20 blue; 44 km of cross-country ski trails.
For downhill skiing: to reach the slopes of Villars, Iseran and Gryon, you can take the mountain railway about 50 m from the hotel (about 20 minutes). A Club Med bus goes to the slopes of Meilleret-Diablerets (about 20-30 minutes).
NB: for the Diablerets glacier, you have to buy an additional ski-pass.
Resort Highlights
● In the Vaudois Alps, an elegant 1920s hotel, beaufifully refurbished
● Winter sports fun: skiing, snowboarding and snow park
● For babies: Baby Club Med and Petit Club Med
● NEW Spa Escape*: a paradise of well-being for body and mind
● Heated outdoor pool with a panoramic view over the resort
The Club Med Resort welcomes children from 4 months with children's club facilities.
- Baby Club Med® (from 4 months to under 2)
- Petit Club Med® (from 2 to under 4)
- Mini Club Med® (from 4 to under 11)
- Juniors' Club Med® (from 11 to under 18)
Find out More - Visit the Club Med Website
One of the original Gap Adventures tours! Enjoy a week of island-hopping off the coast of Belize, and explore the second largest barrier reef in the world. The ultimate sea kayaking tour with plenty of independent time to relax.
Kayak Belize - 8 days
Trip Code: BKS
Next Available Departure: Saturday, March 20th 2010
GBP859 GBPpp for 1 Adult
- Local Payments now included on all Gap Adventures
- International airfare is not included
Trip Overview
Trip Style: Active
Service Level: Standard
Physical Demands Rating: 3
Highlights: Belize City, Placencia, Sea Kayaking between Cayes.
StartFinish: ex Belize City
Combination: This tour is a component of our Full Belize tour BFB.
What's Included: 4-day guided kayaking trip with cook and support staff.
Group Size Notes: Max 15, Avg 10
Group Leader: Tour representative and qualified kayak guide.
Meals Included: 4 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Dinners
Transport: Private van, Local flight, 1 and 2-person ocean kayaks, Motor boat.
Accommodation: Hotels/bungalows (3 nts), Camping (4 nts).
Meal Budget: Allow USD145-190 for meals not included. For additional expenses, see Trip Details.
My Own Room: Not available on this tour
Recommendation: For a Full Belize adventure, combine this with the Hummingbird Highway - see code BFB.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Belize City
Arrive in Belize City at any time.
Day 2 Placencia
Wander this unspoiled fishing village and enjoy its golden beach. Don't forget to sample the seafood.
Day 3-6 Island Hopping (4B,4L,4D)
Travel by motorboat to begin our sea kayaking adventure. Exact starting point and route vary depending on local conditions as we spend the next 4 days kayaking between islands with possible stops in a variety of cayes near the Gladden Split Marine Reserve. Paddle for approximately 2 to 4 hours per day, with plenty of time for relaxation and other activities. At night, we camp under the stars.
Day 7 Placencia
After a morning paddle or snorkel, return to the mainland town of Placencia. Enjoy a last night on the town with your fellow kayakers as you get your land legs back.
Day 8 Depart Belize City
Find out More - Visit the GAP Adventures Website
Club Med are offering big reductions on last minute skiing holidays in Saint-Moritz Roi Soleil, Switzerland.
7 nights departing 27th February from GBP999pp excluding transport - Save up to GBP378pp.
7 nights departing 6th March from GBP799pp excluding transport - Save up to GBP175pp.
Nestling at the foot of the snow-covered mountains, Saint-Moritz Roi Soleil stands at an altitude of 1,750 metres (5740 ft), near the lake that lies by the town.
Tucked away in this cosmopolitan and very select resort - the birthplace of alpine skiing - the Resort effortlessly combines luxury and tradition, and offers a wide range of unique pursuits including horse and greyhound racing, polo, or the famous "Cresta Run" on the nearby frozen lake.
In this fabulous world of freedom, parents and children can meet up on the play zone after a day's skiing, for a sledging session.
Parks & Gardens - The Resort is located at high altitude, where the vegetation consists mainly of pine trees. It lies at the edge of the forest and has a huge range of paths for walkers.
Resort Highlights
● A highly select, cosmopolitan ski resort, the home of Alpine skiing
● 350 kms (220 miles) of pistes for skiing and snowboarding, 170 kms (105 miles) of cross-country runs
● Discovery: snowshoe walks and long walks in the valley
● Relaxation: pool, Club Med fitness, stretching, etc
● Five restaurants to choose from, on the slopes or in the Resort
La Haute-Engadine ski domain
- Diavolezza-Lagalb, Corviglia, Corvatsch and Furtschellas
- Bus access to the various massifs of the Haute Engadine (conditional on inter-resort agreements): Diavolezza-Lagalb, Corviglia, Corvatsch, Furtschellas.
- Altitude between 3,300m and 1,750.
- 56 ski-lifts; 260 snow cannons; snowpark in Corviglia.
- 350 km of ski runs: 35 black; 22 red; 31 blue; 170km of cross-country ski trails.
Alpine skiing - Included in your package
Access by bus to the mountains of the Haute Engadine range. Professional ski instructors who know the ski domain by heart will guide you down the slopes best suited to your skills, to ensure you progress safely and surely in the best possible conditions.
Ski lift pass included
NB: if you wish to ski on your day of arrival, you can purchase a one-day pass, on site.
Equipment
Top quality equipment* and the Ski Service to ensure your satisfaction
Tuition
- From age 12, our group lessons last the whole day, for a period of 5 days
- Small groups of around 12 people
- To guarantee beginners' progress, they are expected to start lessons the day after arrival at the Resort.
- If you book a weekend stay (Friday evening to Sunday) or a long weekend (Thursday evening to Sunday), you can ski at your own pace, there are no skiing lessons scheduled.
- For one-week stays, lessons begin the day after main arrival day.
Children Welcome
The Club Med Resort welcomes children from 4 months with children's club facilities from 4 years old. This Resort offers the following children's facilities:
- Mini Club Med (From 4 to under 11)
- Juniors' Club Med (from 11 to under 18)
This is an online-only exclusive offer.
Find out more on the Club Med Website
Kenya Wildlife Adventure Special Offer. Save 20% on this wildlife adventure holiday. Departs Sunday 18th April for 9 days. Reduced from GBP1059pp to GBP848pp.
Wildlife is one of the big draws of Kenya, and this trip has it all! Track down the Big 5 as you roam the savannah discovering the unique wildlife of Samburu, observe millions of flamingos at Lake Nakuru. Travel the vast open plains and rolling hills of the Masai Mara, and camp under the big African sky.
Kenya Wildlife Adventure Special Offer
Trip Code: DKWA
Save 20% on this Last Minute Departure
Local Payments now included on all Gap Adventures
International airfare is not included
Trip Overview
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Basic
Physical Demands Rating: 2
Highlights: Game viewing, Samburu, Great Rift Valley, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara.
Start-Finish: ex Nairobi
Combination: Venture down to Tanzania on our combined Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Adventure, DKTW.
What's Included: Entrances and game drives in Samburu Game Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Masai Mara Game Reserve.
Group Size Notes: Max 14, Avg 10
Group Leader: Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, Certified driver/guide, Camp cook.
Meals Included: 8 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 6 Dinners.
Transport: 7-seat 4x4 Safari vehicle(s), Supply vehicle for equipment when necessary, Private minibus.
Accommodation: Simple hotels (2 nts), Full service camping (4 nts), Permanent tented camp (2 nts).
Meal Budget: Allow USD40-50 for meals and drinks (including bottled water) not included. For additional expenses, see Trip Details.
My Own Room: Not available on this tour.
Recommendation: For a further adventure, continue with a visit to Amboseli National Park. Please see Amboseli Adventure TDKAAB.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi at any time.
Day 2-3 Samburu Game Reserve (2B,2L,2D)
Samburu is a wildlife haven with many species that are rarely found elsewhere. Enjoy a full day game viewing in search of this unique wildlife!
Day 4-5 Lake Nakuru (2B,2L,2D)
Descend into the Great Rift Valley enjoying stunning views of the escarpment on the way. Lake Nakuru is a shallow soda lake, renowned for its huge concentration of flamingos and over 460 species of birds. Embark on a safari within Lake Nakuru National Park, in search of the resident black and white rhino, buffalo, impala, and the elusive leopard.
Day 6-7 Masai Mara (2B,2L,2D)
With its vast open plains and distinctive flat-topped acacia trees, no visit to Kenya would be complete without a visit here! Spend time game viewing with excellent chances of seeing the "Big 5" - lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino.
Day 8 Nairobi (B,L)
Enjoy one last morning game drive in the Masai Mara, watching the animal kingdom come to life as the sun rises over the Mara plain. Continue through the Great Rift Valley on your way back to Nairobi.
Day 9 Depart Nairobi (B)
Find Out More - Visit the GAP Adventures Website
Special Offer on All-Inclusive Chamonix Mont-Blanc Ski Holiday with Club Med.
7 nights departing 21st February from GBP1,049pp including transport. Save up to GBP432pp.
7 nights departing 28th February from GBP1,030pp including transport. Save up to GBP345pp.
Ever since two mountaineers first conquered the Giant of the Alps over two centuries ago, this Haute-Savoie resort, a pioneer in the sport of skiing, has preserved its unique atmosphere.
At an altitude of 1,035 metres (nearly 3,400 ft), this Club Med Resort is set in the cosy, welcoming decor of the former Savoy Hotel, renovated by the architect Jacques Garcia.
Babies can be entrusted to the brand-new Baby Club Med, a charming "cocoon" in pastel shades with snowflake murals, while Mums enjoy a well-deserved moment of luminous serenity at the Cinq Mondes at Club Med Spa.
From the terrace or the outdoor heated swimming pool, the view of Mont Blanc is all yours.
Resort Highlights
● The famous Haute-Savoie resort was a pioneer in developing skiing as a sport
● A renowned former luxury hotel and the legendary Chamonix ski domain
● CINQ MONDES Spa at Club Med, sauna, Turkish bath
● NEW Baby Club Med for babies from 4 months
● In the outdoor heated pool or on the terrace, relax and enjoy the view of Mont Blanc
Access conditions: Resort welcoming children of all ages, with children's club facilities from 4 to 23 months.
Chamski ski domain
- Lognan, Les Grands Montets, Le Tour, Vallorcine, Brévent, Flégère, Planards and Savoy)
- Altitude between 3,295 m and 1,050 m
- 46 ski-lifts ; 67 snow cannons ; Snowpark. (Grands Montets)
- 182 km of ski runs: 12 black; 21 red; 31 blue; 16 green.
The resort has a "hands free" ski pass system ensuring greater fluidity for skiers (you may be required to pay a deposit at the Resort in order to ensure that skiers return their pass at the end of their stay).
Alpine skiing - Included in your package
Professional ski instructors who know the ski domain by heart will guide you down the slopes best suited to your skills, to ensure you progress safely and surely in the best possible conditions.Access by bus to the mountain ranges of Chamonix Valley
Ski lift pass included up to 24 April
NB: if you wish to ski on your day of arrival, you can purchase a one-day pass, on site.
Equipment
Top quality equipment* and the Ski Service to ensure your satisfaction
Tuition
- From age 12, our group lessons last the whole day, for a period of 5 days
- Small groups of around 12 people
- To guarantee beginners' progress, they are expected to start lessons the day after arrival at the Resort.
- If you book a weekend stay (Friday evening to Sunday) or a long weekend (Thursday evening to Sunday), you can ski at your own pace, there are no skiing lessons scheduled.
A test on the first morning's skiing will establish each skier's level and ensure he or she is put in the right class:
- Beginners: this is your first experience of Alpine skiing
- Class 1: you can control your speed and movements on the blue slopes
- Class 2: you can negotiate the red slopes at average speed
- Class 3: you can negotiate all slopes with ease
- Expert: you are at ease on all types of terrain and snow
For one-week stays, lessons begin the day after main arrival day.
The peace of mind of all-inclusive holidays by Club Med:
- Return flights with a choice of airlines, cabin classes and flight schedules
- Meet & Greet, transfers, taxes & tips
- Choice of room comfort : Club
- Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, snacks and dinner
- Choice of restaurants offering refined and generous buffets
- Open Bar drinks & snacks served throughout the day and evening with a large choice of premium brands
- A wide range of après-ski activities
- Ski pass and group lessons in partnership with ESF in France
- A choice of relaxed and festive atmospheres with concerts and shows
Visit the Club Med Website for more information
Polar Bear Adventure in Canada. Seven days from GBP3102. See these majestic animals in their natural habitat.
Winnipeg is the geographical centre of Canada. Originally a frontier post for the Hudson Bay Company, this bustling city (now the fourth largest city in Canada) grew to prominence firstly through fur trading and then as a key grain processing centre.
In the far north of the Canadian province of Manitoba lies the remote town and port of Churchill, on the edge of Hudson Bay. Churchill has been named ‘Polar Bear Capital of the World’ lying as it does on a key migration route along the Hudson Bay coast between the Nelson River and Cape Churchill.
Each year in the autumn along the west shore of Hudson Bay, male and nonpregnant female polar bears congregate, waiting for the moment when the bay freezes and they can venture out on the sea ice to hunt seals. Pregnant females move to the denning areas, located around 40 miles south of the town area.
As with all natural events of this kind, no guarantees can be given on the number of polar bears that may be seen, but the chance to see these awesome creatures in their natural habitat is certainly an experience to be cherished.
Telephone Travelsphere now on 0845 358 2368
Highlights Include
- Tundra buggy tours
- The amazing bears
What's Included
- Services of a local representative
- Return scheduled flights to Winnipeg
- Internal flights – Winnipeg/Churchill/ Winnipeg
- Transfers between airport and hotel
- All other transportation as detailed
- Five nights’ accommodation including breakfast
- Welcome dinner on Day 2, Farewell dinner on Day 5, Lunch on Days 3 & 5
- All hotel baggage handling for one piece of luggage per person
- All State and local taxes
- All UK and overseas airport taxes and security charges
Excursions as follows:
- Tour of Churchill
- Two full day Tundra Buggy tours
Accommodation
Accommodation throughout your holiday will be in comfortable, medium grade hotels. You will stay in hotels such as the Fort Garry Hotel in Winnipeg and the Lazy Bear Lodge or Churchill Motel in Churchill. All rooms feature private facilities, TV and telephone.
Itinerary
DAY 1 - Winnipeg
Depart on your scheduled flight to Winnipeg. On arrival transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.
DAY 2 - Winnipeg/Churchill
Morning free in Winnipeg. It is an easy city to walk around, with many areas of original turn-of-the-century architecture, rich testament to Winnipeg’s boom years. Midday transfer to the airport for your flight to Churchill. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel for a three night stay. A welcome dinner has been arranged tonight.
DAY 3 - Tundra Buggy Tour
Join our Tundra Buggy (a heated, specially designed viewing vehicle travelling on enormous tyres) which offers a safe but unobstructed view of the bears. Your first view of a polar bear in the wild will be unforgettable – they are simply huge and actually not white at all, but pale yellow. This is a full day tour with lunch included.
DAY 4 - Churchill
This morning join our included cultural and historical tour of the town and surrounding area. The afternoon is free to explore and visit places such as the Eskimo Museum and the Parks Canada Display.
DAY 5 - Tundra Buggy Tour/Winnipeg
A second full day out on the Tundra observing the behaviour of the polar bears in their natural surroundings. Lunch is included. Following a farewell dinner you will transfer to the airport for your return flight to Winnipeg. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.
DAY 6 - Winnipeg/UK
After breakfast transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.
DAY 7 - UK
Arrival in the UK.
Dates, Prices & Departure
holiday ref: UPBA
08/10/2010 £3102
22/10/2010 £3102
Deposit £150 per person
All prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double-bedded room with private facilities
This Travelsphere escorted tour will take you to the ‘Polar Bear Capital of the World’.
Telephone Travelsphere now on 0845 358 2368
Special Offer on Val Thorens Ski Holiday with Club Med. 7 nights departing 27th February from GBP999pp including transport. Save up to GBP212pp.
Val Thorens is situated at the top of a rocky cirque among snow-capped peaks. The resort offers its guests the most majestic panoramic views of the Alps.
At the foot of the slopes, the Resort is the perfect base for enjoying some leisurely snow sports and exploring the Trois Vallées. This adults-only Resort has a lively atmosphere and provides an original combination of sport-filled days and fun-packed evenings.
Between fitness facilities and crêperies, pleasure seekers can gear up to party the night away.
Resort Highlights
● A unique panorama over the Alps, the ski resort and the valley
● Ski from the door over 600 kms (372 miles) of ski slopes in the Trois Vallées domain
● Adults-only Resort with a warm, party atmosphere
● Relax on the terrace, enjoy fitness sessions and the nightclub
Altitude: 2300 metres (7,545 ft).
Access conditions: Resort for adults from age 18.
Trois Vallées ski domain
Bride-les-Bains, Courchevel, La Tania, Les Menuires, Méribel, Orel, Saint Martin de Belleville, Val Thorens.
- Altitude between 3,200 m and 1,300 m.
- 180 ski lifts; 2,000 snow cannons; snowpark
- 600 km of ski runs: 35 black; 110 red; 104 blue; 68 green
- 120 km of cross-country ski trails
Alpine skiing - Included in your package
At the foot of the slopes, ski from the door. Professional ski instructors who know the ski domain by heart will guide you down the slopes best suited to your skills, to ensure you progress safely and surely in the best possible conditions.
• Tuition
- From age 18, our group lessons last the whole day, for a period of 5 days
- Small groups of around 12 people
- To guarantee beginners' progress, they are expected to start lessons the day after arrival at the Resort.
- If you book a weekend stay (Friday evening to Sunday) or a long weekend (Thursday evening to Sunday), you can ski at your own pace, there are no skiing lessons scheduled.
A test on the first morning's skiing will establish each skier's level and ensure he or she is put in the right class:
- Beginners: this is your first experience of Alpine skiing
- Class 1: you can control your speed and movements on the blue slopes
- Class 2: you can negotiate the red slopes at average speed
- Class 3: you can negotiate all slopes with ease
- Expert: you are at ease on all types of terrain and snow
For one-week stays, lessons begin the day after main arrival day.
• Ski lift pass included
NB: if you wish to ski on your day of arrival, you can purchase a one-day pass, on site.
• Equipment
Top quality equipment and the Ski Service to ensure your satisfaction
The peace of mind of all-inclusive holidays by Club Med:
- Return flights with a choice of airlines, cabin classes and flight schedules
- Meet & Greet, transfers, taxes & tips
- Choice of room comfort : Club
- Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, snacks and dinner
- Choice of restaurants offering refined and generous buffets
- Open Bar drinks & snacks served throughout the day and evening with a large choice of premium brands
- A wide range of après-ski activities
- Ski pass and group lessons in partnership with ESF in France
- A choice of relaxed and festive atmospheres with concerts and shows
Visit the Club Med Website for more information
Walking Holiday in the Dolomites, Italy. Ten 10 days from GBP579. Three fantastic walks included.
Marvell over Lake Molveno in northern Italy the dramatic backdrop of the Brenta Dolomites with Travelsphere holidays. The resort of Molveno winds its way from the foot of the mountains down to the lakeside. Discover Molveno, the Baita Ciclamino, Lake Molveno, Spiaz della Coppa, Andalo and the Passeggiata Belvedere on foot. The region is a paradise of woods and meadows and is the ideal location for our walking programme.
Telephone Travelsphere now on 0845 358 2368
Highlights Include
- Molveno to Ciclamino walk
- Tour of Lake Molveno
- Molveno to Andalo walk
What's Included
- Services of a Travelsphere Tour Manager
- Return travel by air-conditioned executive coach
- Channel crossings by ferry
- Seven nights’ half board accommodation
- Overnight hotel accommodation as detailed
- Welcome drink
- Three walks with a local guide
Optional excursions
- Lake Garda
- Dolomites Explorer
- Merano
Walking Information
This Tour contains walks up to Grade 2 - Moderate
Grade 1 - Easy. These are for anyone of any age. Plenty of rest stops and time to enjoy the local scenery with up to 4 hours walking a day, mostly on good paths but occasionally rough underfoot. Ascent less than 300m per day. Sturdy walking shoes are advisable.
Grade 2 - Moderate. These are moderate, for anyone who is comfortable walking hills. Still plenty of time to rest and enjoy the scenery, however up to 5 hours walking a day on slightly more rugged terrain. Ascent less than 500m per day. Walking boots with ankle support are recommended.
Accommodation
You will stay in the comfortable Hotel Miralago in Molveno. This friendly familyrun hotel has an ideal central location with stunning lakeside views from the terrace. Facilities include lounge, bar, lift, outdoor swimming pool, garden, pizzeria and restaurant. There is also a small gym, plus sauna, whirlpool and Turkish bath available at extra costs. On one evening, dinner will be a special gala event with live music. All bedrooms have private facilities, satellite TV, safe and telephone, balcony rooms are available for a supplement.
Itinerary
DAY 1 - UK/Strasbourg
Local departure and a mid-morning crossing to Calais. Continue to the Strasbourg area of France for an overnight stay on a bed and breakfast basis.
DAY 2 - Molveno
Scenic drive through Switzerland and Austria to Italy. Evening arrival at your hotel in Molveno for a seven night stay. Welcome drink on arrival.
DAYS 3 TO 8 - Molveno
Free to relax and enjoy our programme of activities. We include the following walks accompanied by your Tour Manager and local guide:
Molveno to Ciclamino - From Molveno we walk up to the Baita Ciclamino returning via the other side of the gorge (approx. 2 hours’ walk).
Tour of Lake Molveno - A walk around the lake (approx. 3½ hours’ walk).
Molveno to Andalo - From Bior Bridge walk to Spiaz della Coppa and the Genzianella Bar. Continue to Andalo before returning to Molveno (approx. 3 hours’ walk).
The following excursions are optional:
Lake Garda - Full day excursion to the attractive lakeside resort of Riva del Garda, including a boat trip.
Dolomites Explorer - An exciting full day tour through the stunning Alpine landscape, where dramatic peaks rise to 10,000ft. above sea level.
Merano - A full day tour visiting this delightful riverside spa resort.
DAY 9 - Strasbourg
Time to leave the Dolomites and head back via Austria and Switzerland to France for your final overnight stay on a bed and breakfast basis.
DAY 10 - Strasbourg/UK
Continue to Calais for a late afternoon crossing back to the UK, returning to your original departure point in the evening.
Alternative walks are available in resort through the local Alpine Guide Association (any additional cost for guides is payable locally).
Dates, Prices & Departure
holiday ref: GEIDM
05/06/2010 £579
12/06/2010 £579
04/09/2010 £579
11/09/2010 £579
Deposit £100 per person
All prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double-bedded room with private facilities
Telephone Travelsphere now on 0845 358 2368
Walking Holiday in Catalunya, Spain with Page & Moy. 7 days from GBP752. Fly from Heathrow or from your local airport.
Experience the magic of Catalunya on this fabulous holiday, which takes you on walks through beautiful wetlands and forests and charming villages. Experience the vibrant Spanish capital of Barcelona, then indulge your senses with the stunning Pyrenees Mountains. This is Catalunya at its best.
Telephone Page & Moy now on 0845 358 2639
Highlights
- Three included guided walks through stunning Catalan scenery
- Walk through beautiful wetlands, lush forests and charming villages
Included excursions
- Aiguamolls Nature Reserve Walk
- La Salud de Terrades to Les Escaules Walk
- Cadaques and Port Lligat Walk
Optional excursions
- Barcelona (pre-bookable £40)
- Pyrenees Mountains (pre-bookable £65)
Meal arrangements
- 6 nights half board plus 1 lunch
Also included
- The services of an experienced Page & Moy Tour Manager and local walking guide
Your Accommodation - Hotel Coral Platja (3-star), 6 nights half board.
You will stay at this colonial-style hotel in Rosas. Located on the seafront just a short walk from the town centre, amenities include a buffet restaurant, swimming pool, garden with direct access to the beach and a solarium. All guest rooms have private facilities, air-conditioning, TV and telephone.
Your Itinerary
DAY 1 UK/Barcelona
Fly to Barcelona and transfer to your hotel for a six-night stay.
DAYS 2 – 6 Rosas
You are free to explore Rosas and enjoy our selection of included and optional walks and activities.
Our included excursions are:
Aiguamolls Nature Reserve
Walk through the scenic Aiguamolls Nature Reserve, the second largest wetland in Catalunya, to the sea. Made up of a series of lakes, paddocks and meadows at the confluence of the Muga and Fluvia rivers, the reserve is an excellent environment for waterfowl.
Easy walking – 3 hours. Distance – 4 miles.
La Salud de Terrades to Les Escaules
Our walk takes us from La Salud de Terrades through the forested Muga Valley to the charming village of Les Escaules, where there is a delightful small waterfall. During the walk, sights include the Muga river and the imposing Pyrenees Mountains.
Moderate walking – 3 hours. Distance – 4 miles.
Cadaques and Port Lligat
From Rosas we take the boat to the pretty village of Cadaques, located on the Cap de Creus Peninsula, close to the border with France. On arrival we walk to the lighthouse along the Cami de Ronda coastal path and back to Cadaques, then on to Port Lligat to see Salvador Dali’s house before returning to Rosas by boat.
Moderate walking – 4 hours. Distance – 5½ miles.
Our optional excursions are:
Barcelona (full day)
This excursion to Barcelona, one of Europe’s most exciting cities, includes a guided tour. Barcelona is a city of bustling boulevards, lush parks, fine historic monuments and perhaps most famously of all, striking Modernista architecture. You will see Gaudí’s incredible masterpiece, the Sagrada Familia, and his amazing Parc Guell, not to mention Montjuic and the La Seu Cathedral. The afternoon is free to explore at your own pace. Don’t forget to stroll down Las Ramblas, a hive of activity both day and night.
Pyrenees Mountains
Take a breathtaking train journey from Ribes de Freser along a narrow-gauge railway. We break for lunch (included) in Vall de Nuria before making our way back, stopping in Castelfolit de la Roca, built on volcanic lava, and the mediaeval village of Besalu.
DAY 7 Barcelona/UK
Transfer to Barcelona airport for your return flight to the UK.
Dates, Prices & Departure
holiday ref:EEESWC
09/05/2010 - £782
19/09/2010 - £802
03/10/2010 - £752
Deposit £100 per person
Enjoy this guided walking holiday in Catalunya with Page & Moy. Catalunya is an Autonomous Community in the Kingdom of Spain. Visit Barcelona and enjoy our selection of included walks.
Telephone Page & Moy now on 0845 358 2639
