Holiday ideas for non-families

HANDCRAFTED TAILOR-MADE HOLIDAYS
It’s not too late to ﬁnd your perfect 2015 getaway

Turn your hopes and dreams into
the perfect holiday, with a uniquely
personal approach to travel

At Travel Counsellors, we’re passionate about creating
perfect holidays. It can be incredibly time-consuming
searching for that one holiday which ticks all your boxes –
but with Travel Counsellors, it doesn’t have to be. We’ve
got years of experience in the travel industry, and by taking
the time to get to know what you’re looking for in the
perfect holiday, we’re able to bring your travel dreams to
life. With a one-to-one personal service from the ﬁrst call
until you’re safely back home, your holiday plans are in the
best of hands from your Travel Counsellor. All you have to
do is get in touch with a Travel Counsellor close to you, and
leave the rest to us!
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An excellent 5*,
modern hotel,
offering exemplary
service and good
food options. For
those who like to
explore, Aghios
Nikolaos is just 20
minutes away.
Relax
Customer
experience...
rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit
Daios Cove Resort, Greece
Take your time to unwind
Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life by taking time to relax and
rejuvenate on your next holiday. Allow yourself to be waited on hand
and foot; you’ll soon ﬁnd your toughest decision will be whether to stay
by the pool or meander down to the beach. Travel Counsellors have so
many holidays perfectly designed to help you relax in style. We can’t
wait to transform your holiday dreams into a reality.
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Coastal views and a private beach
A top-to-toe spa experience
Chic and minimalistic rooms,
many with a private pool
prIces for 2015 holIdays sTarT from £623 per person
based on 2 adults sharing a Promo Deluxe room with sea view for
5 nights on a Half Board basis. Includes return flights from London
Gatwick with Easyjet, departing on 14th October 2015, and return
shuttle transfers. This price also include a complimentary upgrade
to Half Board and a €100 resort credit. Subject to availability
and full booking terms and conditions apply.
Daios Cove Resort, Crete
One of our top choices for a relaxing holiday in the sun is the 5* beachfront Daios Cove
Resort on the stunning sunshine Greek Island of Crete. Why not unwind in the saltwater
inﬁnity pool, rejuvenate with the ultimate spa experience or simply kick back and watch
the sun set whist sipping a chic cocktail in the modern Crystal Box bar. A choice of 3
sumptuous restaurants serving up delicious local specialities, as well as an array of
international dishes, is sure to delight your taste buds.
If you’re feeling a little more energetic, you can try a variety of activities from yoga and
watersports to cookery lessons and wine-tasting sessions. The choice is all yours!
Daios Cove Resort, Greece
your own dedicated travel expert happy customers peace of mind call our friendly team today on 0800 987 0303 5

Great holiday, great
hotel and a great
experience from the
staff and room
quality right through
to the range of
facilities and
restaurants on offer.
Customer
experience...
Gran Hotel Bahia del Duque, Las Villas, Costa Adeje, Tenerife
Indulge mind and body
Time for that well-earned rest you promised yourself? Travel Counsellors
have the perfect holiday. Pampering, peace and quiet, luxury or ﬁne
cuisine – whatever is on your wish list, we will create a holiday unique
to you.

To book any holiday featured in this brochure, call your travel counsellor and quote bInapr15 7
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Reconciling mind and body in the spa
Relaxing in one of the 13 bars
and snack bars
Contemplating the beauty of
the night sky from the observatory
Beach luxury including individual huts
prIces for 2015 holIdays sTarT from £690 per person
person based on 2 adults sharing a double room on a Bed & Breakfast
basis for 5 nights. Includes return flights from London Stanstead on
September 22nd 2015 with Ryanair and return shared transfers.
Subject to availability and full booking terms and conditions apply.
IndulgeImmerse yourself in the hotel’s
splendour and exclusiveness
Gran Hotel Bahía del Duque Resort, Costa Adeje, Tenerife
A fabulous resort for a spot of indulgence is the 5* Gran Hotel Bahia del Duque in Costa
Adeje, Tenerife. Well known amongst the rich and famous, the beachfront location and
colonial style architecture are sure to delight. A stunning Thalasso Spa, unique excursion
experiences created by the hotel and an elegant and luxurious choice of rooms and
suites, plus prestigious villas all offer many opportunities to indulge.

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TasteIndulge your senses with amazing cuisine
Sandals Halcyon Beach, Castries, Saint Lucia
Delight your tastebuds
When thinking about your next holiday there is sure to be one important
factor which always springs to mind - food! Whether you are a ﬁne dining
enthusiast, a fan of sampling local specialities or if you prefer to make the
most of mouth-watering buffets and try a bit of everything, you can
be sure to ﬁnd a holiday that will tantalise your taste buds with your
Travel Counsellor.
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Sandals LaSource
Grenada Resort & Spa
is a beautiful resort
with 9 different
restaurants where
every meal was
superb! The fantastic
service and beautifully
decorated rooms
make this highly
recommended.
Customer
experience...

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Couples
Honeymooners
Sublime food in amazing locations
Gorgeous tropical settings
and exquisite beaches
Top tips for food lovers
n Enjoy fine Parisian treats at the Café de Paris in Sandals Emerald
Bay, Sandals Whitehouse and Sandals Grande Antigua.
n With up to 12 bars in each resort, each serving premium brand
drinks, you are certain to find the bar and drink right for you.
n Longing for your much-loved foods from home?
The Olde Country British pubs, found in 8 resorts, serve up
British favourites!
n In Grenada it’s all about Butch’s Chophouse; a steakhouse
serving up the finest cuts of beef - delicious.
n Experience authentic Indian cuisine in Sandals' first ever
Indian restaurant.
For that dream holiday combining culture and cuisine with the beauty and sunshine of
the Caribbean, Sandals Resorts is a must. With over 140 restaurants throughout their
15 resorts across Jamaica, St Lucia, the Bahamas, Antigua, Grenada and Barbados, they
certainly know a thing or two about cooking. Gourmet Discover Dining at Sandals
Resorts delivers an amazing array of dishes from Italian to Sushi, Thai to Caribbean and
even British pub grub to the finest steaks and seafood. With a four-time Emmy Award
winning culinary ambassador, Chef Walter Staib, overseeing proceedings you can be
sure to savour dishes that will live in your memory forever.
Sandals LaSource Grenada Resort & Spa, Grenada
your own dedicated travel expert happy customers peace of mind call our friendly team today on 0800 987 0303
prIces for 2015 holIdays sTarT from £1,995 per person
for 7 nights based on 2 adults sharing a Caribbean Grande Luxe room
at Sandals Halcyon Beach in Saint Lucia on an All Inclusive basis.
Includes return flights from London Gatwick with British Airways,
departing on September 8th 2015, and return transfers. Subject to
availability and full booking terms and conditions apply.

Banff Avenue in Winter
Explore in style
Always dreamt of an adventure holiday, but have no time to spend
researching all the options? Let Travel Counsellors do all the hard work
for you. An amazing adventure allowing you to explore exotic and
unique destinations is just waiting for you - with all of the planning taken
care of.

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Breath-taking scenery
and stunning wildlife
Great outdoors
adrenaline seekers
Luxury accommodation
and back to nature experiences
based on 2 adults sharing a double room on the 10 day Grizzlies,
Orcas and Black bears self drive tour. Includes return flights from
London Heathrow to Vancouver with Air Canada, departing on
May 23rd 2015 and car hire for the full 10 days. Subject to availability
Adventure
The Majestic Northern Lights
1st Class Holidays are award-winning experts in luxury adventure holidays across
Canada, America, New Zealand and Australia. Their tours of Canada are always
extremely popular and for good reason too - Canada is the dream destination for any
traveller looking for spectacular scenery, amazing wildlife and world-class cities.
Offering a huge range of experiences to choose from across its beautiful and varied
landscape, Canada really is one huge outdoor adventure playground. The adrenalin
fuelled opportunities are endless. There’s white water rafting, zip-trekking, quad biking,
or even Heli-hiking. And if that’s not enough there are wildlife viewing tours, whale
watching and ranch and resort stays featuring luxury lodges and wildlife experiences
that are truly something out of the ordinary.
push your boundaries as far as you desire

Meet six of our
Travel Counsellors
Our huge network of over 1,350 Travel Counsellors not only provide the most
personal service to you when booking a holiday but they are also travel experts.
Their knowledge and expertise built up over years of working in the travel industry,
means you can be sure you are in safe hands when planning your next holiday. Give
them your requirements and leave the rest to them, whether you are looking for a
city break for two, a long weekend break with friends or a luxury getaway further
aﬁeld with loved ones, they will do all the hard work for you and use their abundance
of knowledge to bring you the very best options.
whaT maKes a GreaT holIday specIal?
Whether you are looking for relaxation, adventure, gourmet dining, fun in the sun
or even all of these combined our Travel Counsellors will go that extra mile to ﬁnd
you a holiday that is special to you and your family, friends or partner. Understanding
that everyone’s needs differ they will search for that dream trip. Check out some of
their ideas, tips and memories to help inspire you even more.
We’re here to do all the hard work for you

michelle murray Travel Counsellor
Young couples looking for something
different and unique should definitely try
a holiday in Argentina. Good food, good
wine and the fascinating city of Buenos
Aires are a must while here. It is certain
to create memories that last a lifetime.
Trevor smith Travel Counsellor
For the more mature of us you can’t go
wrong with a holiday experiencing the
stunning Fjords of Norway with Celebrity
Cruises, a big bonus is you will sail from
the UK - so no flying involved, you will
be straight on that ship.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Tracey blackman Travel Counsellor
It takes 2-3 days to really unwind on
holiday so if holidaying as a couple make
sure you enjoy, relax, and have quality
time together. Leave the mobile phone at
home or at least back in your safe in your
room, it's time for the two of you.
muriel morgan Travel Counsellor
If travelling in a group of friends and planning
excursions, trips or sightseeing make sure
you pre-book tickets before you arrive in the
destination to ensure availability for the whole
party, this will save on any disappointment
and a wonderful holiday for all.
TOP TIPS
John spy Travel Counsellor
Waking up on a yacht in Australia's
stunningly beautiful Whitsunday Islands
and just diving overboard for a swim
before breakfast is something which has
stayed in mine and my wife’s memory
forever - a simply unforgettable moment.
donna waddington Travel Counsellor
You can’t beat a getaway with your friends
to help you switch off and unwind, and
Majorca is perfect for this, I went with a
group of friends and had so much fun being
surrounded by bingo and British TV classics!
Plus the 2 hour flight makes it so easy.
MEMORIES

Explorefrom cultural icons to stylish nightlife,
soak up the unique atmosphere of macau
Push your boundaries
as far as you desire
Re-ignite your spirit of adventure courtesy of Travel Counsellors.
Experience the best of both worlds: explore a foreign land enjoying
inspiring activities combined with the comfort of hand-selected luxury
accommodation. Where will your journey take you?
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A two or three night addition
to a Far East holiday or stopover
en-route to Australia
Culture Vultures, with its unique
Portuguese-Chinese culture
and heritage
Food lovers, with its world class
dining and authentic local
fusion cuisine
Three Food Highlights of Macau
n Gambas a macau: Grilled prawns with garlic and spices glazed
with white wine.
n pasteis de nata: These delicious Portuguese egg custard tarts
are Macau’s most famous snack.
n Galinha ȧ portuguesa: chicken baked with potato, egg and
saffron, then ﬂavoured with turmeric.
Three Classic Macau Events
n chinese new year: Celebrations last for up to 10 days with
vibrant dragon and lion dances, temple visits, colourful lanterns,
and music and dance shows.
n International fireworks display contest: Expert teams from
across the globe produce dramatic shows that light up the night
sky overlooking Nam Van Lake.
n macau Grand prix: The city buzzes with excitement as one of the
most challenging street circuits in the world plays host to the
climax of the Formula 3 calendar.
Just 40 miles from Hong Kong, Macau has a unique Portuguese/Chinese heritage dating
back to the 1500s and is one of the Far East’s most exciting destinations. Lonely Planet
featured it as one of the top 10 regions to visit in 2015.
Highlights include the UNESCO World Heritage listed “Historic Centre of Macau”, featuring
buildings of both Portuguese and Chinese origin, and the Macau Tower - home to the
world’s highest bungee jump. Other attractions include the Giant Panda Pavilion and a
variety of museums, celebrating everything from history and art to motor racing and wine.
Macau’s food is legendary, from Michelin-star ﬁne dining to local street snacks. As well as
some of the best Portuguese food outside Portugal and superb Chinese dishes of all kinds,
there’s the unique Macanese fusion cuisine.
Few Asian destinations can beat Macau for sheer entertainment value with a dizzying
number of bars and nightclubs, as well as glitzy casinos and shows including the spectacular
House of Dancing Water, a breath-taking water-based show at the City of Dreams.
In contrast, Macau’s southern countryside of picturesque hills and rural villages, valleys and
beaches offers a slower pace. For another way to relax, visitors can enjoy a treatment at
one of Macau’s elegant spas or “shop ‘til they drop” at one of the bustling markets or glitzy
malls packed with designer brands.

Absolutely loved
Galley Bay in
Antigua, a beautiful
resort with fantastic
customer service.
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experience...
P layescape to an amazing, authentic
caribbean experience
St James’s Club & Villas, Antigua
Seek more excitement
from your break
Let off steam on a fun-packed holiday. Throw your inhibitions aside and
try something new. Whether it’s watersports, a ﬁtness class by the beach
or learning to cook a local dish, Travel Counsellors offer endless
possibilities.
Palm Island Resort Galley Bay Resort & Spa

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One-of-a-kind experiences
in the Caribbean sunshine
Authentic island flavour
and beautiful beaches
All Inclusive programme
including sumptuous meals,
cocktails by the glass and
extensive activities
based on 2 adults sharing a Garden View room, at St James's Club
Morgan Bay, on an All Inclusive basis on June 20th 2015 for 7 nights.
Includes return flights from London Gatwick to Saint Lucia
with British Airways and private transfers. Subject to availability
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With Elite Island Resorts you do truly get the authentic
Caribbean all inclusive getaway of your dreams.
Elite Island Resorts has an impressive collection of unique beachfront resorts and
provides the best variety in Caribbean holidays. From Antigua, steeped in history,
seductive Barbados, lush and tropical St. Lucia, or Palm Island; the private island
paradise in the Grenadines. Each resort has been carefully selected, offering a unique
blend of one-of-a-kind experiences, relaxation and pure luxury...
At Galley bay resort & spa, Antigua, watch turtles nesting on Galley Bay’s very own
beach between July and October – a sight not to be missed. Enjoy laid-back tennis,
croquet and fishing or simply retreat along the gorgeous ¾ mile long beach.
At The verandah resort & spa also in Antigua, meander around the resort to pick
your own bananas from scattered trees and find your inner Tiger in a mini golf
competition. Relax with a beachside Yoga session at st James’s club & villas, Antigua,
socialise at a Full Moon party on Mamora Bay beach, or shake your body in a Caribbean
dance class.
At st James’s club morgan bay, St Lucia, you can try the zip wire in the nearby
rainforest, Caribbean dance fitness classes and rum tasting. With a beautiful beachfront
location and an extensive activities programme, there is something for everyone here.
Weekly cooking demonstrations are the dish of the day at The club barbados resort
& spa. Learn how to make traditional Bajan cuisine dishes at Enid’s Restaurant – with
favourites such as brown sugar chicken and the flying fish.
Regular Iguana hiking trails & bicycle trails are on the menu at palm Island resort in
St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Located on its very own private island, they often offer
new and one-off experiences. Last summer they hosted a silent disco on the beach and
ran a Rebecca Adlington Swim fit-swim workshop for guests. Now enjoy weekly silent
cinema nights or one of the 5 stunning beaches.
St James’s Club Morgan Bay, Saint Lucia

Escapeunwind in total luxury on the
beautiful Islands of The bahamas
Step into a life less ordinary
Escape from the stresses and strains of everyday life on holiday. Travel
Counsellors will build you a holiday bespoke to your desires, so whether
you want beautiful, secluded beaches, a rejuvenating spa experience or
simply a slower pace of life, we have the break for you.

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Fresh seafood. Try fresh conch
sprinkled with lime juice and spices
World class golf courses
A romantic and relaxing escape
Breath-taking and secluded beaches
Boasting over 200 beaches of pure white sand (sometimes even pink), The Bahamas are
the very definition of paradise. Endless crystal turquoise waters invite you to explore
the vibrant coral reefs that lie beneath its surface. Try snorkelling, swimming with
dolphins or even diving the world’s third longest barrier reef. Bahamians believe in taking
it easy, so it’s only fitting that one of the most relaxing places in the world offers spa
treatments to help rejuvenate your mind, body and soul. Nassau/Paradise Island offer
luxurious world-class resorts, gourmet restaurants, duty free shopping and Vegas-style
casinos, golf courses, watersports and nightclubs. History also abounds in the form of
historic forts, colonial buildings and elegant homes. For something a little more unusual,
take a boat trip for mainland Exuma out to the island of Big Major Cay, affectionately
nicknamed Pig Island. Here you will find wild pigs roaming free on land and water.
However you choose to escape from everyday life, it’s easy
to let go of yourself and leave your worries behind in The
Bahamas with Travel Counsellors.
sandals royal bahamIan spa resorT
prices for 2015 holidays start from £2,269 per person
staying in Royal Village Deluxe room on All Inclusive basis.
aTlanTIs paradIse Island (beach Tower)
prices for 2015 holidays start from £2,399 per person staying
in a Double room with terrace on a Half Board basis.
brITIsh colonIal hIlTon (nassau)
prices for 2015 holidays start from £1,959 per person staying
in an Executive King City View room on a Bed & Breakfast basis.
choose from Three fabulous hoTels
All holidays are based on 2 adults sharing for 7 nights and include return flights from London
Heathrow to Nassau, departing on 11 September 2015, with British Airways. Return transfers
are also included (shared for Sandals and private for Atlantis Paradise Island and British
Colonial). Subject to availability and full booking terms and conditions apply.
Sandals Royal Bahamian Private Island
Atlantis Paradise Island
British Colonial Hilton

Voyagediscover new experiences every day
Drift into holiday heaven
Imagine exploring the world aboard some of the most luxurious ships
aﬂoat; visiting the most iconic destinations on earth, all the while
enjoying sumptuous food, extravagant entertainment and supremely
comfortable accommodation. Cruise holidays really are something else.
Queen Victoria in Venice

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Luxury on a grand scale
Endless opportunities
to try something new
Travelling in style at
casual pace
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Queen Mary 2, from £2,499 per person for 20 nights,
based on 2 adults sharing an inside cabin.
Departing on 23rd June 2015 from Southampton.
Includes on board spend of $95 per person or car parking
at Southampton or coach transfers.
Optional upgrade
Choose an optional upgrade to the Grill Suites providing exclusive
access to private deck areas, the elegant Grills Lounge and beautiful
Princess Grill restaurant. Complete with plentiful additional touches,
a concierge service and a prime located suite, an upgrade is well worth
considering to make your cruise extra special.
The Cunard experience is like no other; the sense of space whilst on board, the warm and
sincere service and the three exceptional ships – Queen Elizabeth, Queen Victoria and Queen
Mary 2. Grand in scale, yet stylish down to the tiniest detail, each one is a world unto herself.
An oasis of discovery and relaxation and the perfect luxury setting from which to explore new
destinations, or old favourites.
On each of the three Queens, there is the chance to try something new every day you are on
board. A tango lesson, a martini mixology class or a photography lesson. You’ll be spoilt for
ways to brush up on existing talents or to discover ones you never knew you possessed.
Lose yourself in the largest libraries at sea, dolphin spot from the promenade deck, or simply
people watch from the comfort of a poolside hot tub.
You may very well ﬁnd yourself rubbing shoulders with a personal hero or two. Cunard
have welcomed aboard famous authors, legendary sports stars, renowned broadcasters
and politicians - even the occasional astronaut, all as part of their hugely popular Insights
lectures programme.
The Cunard Programme offers an incredible variety of cruises to choose from. Experience the
many jewels of the Mediterranean, the tranquillity of the Caribbean, the silent beauty of the
Norwegian Fjords, or the treasures of a Baltic World Cruise and many, many more.
There is a world of choice from amazing destinations,
cruise durations, departure points and more.
example ITInerary

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Couples only
A small and intimate experience
with only 100 rooms
A personalised wedding
experience, arranged for you by
the team of wedding planners
based on 2 adults sharing a Premium Garden View room on an All Inclusive
basis on June 20th 2015 for 7 nights. Includes return flights from London
Gatwick to Saint Lucia with British Airways and private return transfers.
Rendezvous
Unwindslow down and restore your inner balance
An escape for couples from the stresses and strains of everyday life,
Rendezvous in St. Lucia is an elegant 4.5* all-inclusive boutique hotel
set upon a magnificent two mile stretch of unspoilt beach. Family
owned, it is an intimate couples-only resort and is as individual and
unique as you are. Enjoy candlelit dining on the beach, the finest
cuisine, newly refurbished rooms, a lazy river pool that meanders
gently through the resort creating small nooks and private hideaways
plus the spa in the water garden where you can reward yourself with
some well-earned pampering. Rendezvous also boasts a first-class
PADI Scuba Centre offering complimentary resort courses and try-dives
for beginners as well as daily shores dives for certified divers.
Malabar Beach, Rendezvous
Kick back and relax
Escape the rat race and indulge yourself with a carefully selected
luxury Travel Counsellors holiday. A lovely setting,
exceptional staff,
comfortable rooms
and great all
inclusive package
make for a really
good, relaxing week.
Customer
experience...

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Single travellers as many rooms
have zero single supplement
Spa treatments – one treatment
per full day included
Bespoke holiday experience
tailored to you
based on 2 adults sharing a Luxury room on an All Inclusive basis on
June 20th 2015 for 7 nights. Includes return flights from London Gatwick
to Saint Lucia with British Airways and private return transfers.
The BodyHoliday
An indulgent and unique 5* All-Inclusive resort, The BodyHoliday,
St. Lucia prides itself on creating a totally bespoke holiday experience
for each and every guest, much like here at Travel Counsellors. Based
on four key pillars of relaxation, restorative beauty, exercise and good
diet. The emphasis at The BodyHoliday is on choice to enable guests
to leave feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and recharged. Renowned for spa
treatments, therapies and activities, you can choose from everything
from archery to Scuba, spinning to Pilates, all included in the price, as
well as more specialised supplementary options such as Ayurvedic
treatments to Reiki. Or you may prefer to simply relax on the idyllic
beach set in its very own cove. An eclectic mix of pampering, luxury,
adventure and wellbeing, there is nowhere else like it.
Saint Lucia beach, BodyHoliday
Lovely hotel set on
its own sandy beach
with ﬁrst class food,
lovely little touches
such as Pimms on
the beach, and great
sporting facilities.
It certainly doesn't
disappoint!
Customer
experience...

The Travel Counsellors Difference
A great holiday means different things to different people. Whether it’s sub-Saharan
safaris or scuba-diving in South Asia, breakfast in the Big Apple or cocktails on
Caribbean cruises, you should trust your trip to someone who knows exactly how you
like it. By working to the smallest detail, your Travel Counsellor can deliver the most
exceptional travel experience. But the clearest difference? That’ll be the vivid
memories you’ll enjoy forever, from a trip built around you.
To discuss any of the holidays in this brochure
get in touch today on 0800 987 0303
quoting the booking code BINAPR15
or visit www.travelcounsellors.co.uk

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