Celebrity Cruises – Adriatic and Mediterranean
Outline Itinerary
The cruise starts in Venice with an overnight stay. One must visit Square Piazza San Marco where you can see St Mark’s Basilica, Doggy’s Palace and Torre dell’Orologio. Why not take the lift in the city’s tallest building, the Campanile, which is approx. 100 m high with views to the Dolomites and the whole lagoon or if you’re a romantic go for a trip on a gondola along the beautiful waterways. Next is Civitavecchia for Rome. Here you can visit the Vatican, St Peters Square, the Spanish Steps, the Colosseum where gladiatorial games were held. The history of Rome is around every corner and will not disappoint you.
Florence is famous for its abundance of Renaissance art and architecture, and it feels like you have walked into an outdoor museum. Attractions include Palazzo Pitti, a 15th-century palace, Basilica Di San Lorenzo, which is one of the oldest churches in Florence.
The next port of call is Toulon which is a base for the French navy and home to the National Museum of the Navy and is also a busy harbour where you can take the cable car up Mount Faron. During the climb, the view is amazing, and you can take a boat tour around the harbour or visit the Musee d’Art. Also the Landing Museum for Allied Forces 1944 is well worth a visit.
The final port is Barcelona where you would need to add an extra night so you can enjoy attractions such as the famous La Sagrada Familia church. The Magic Fountain Show, which attracts 2.5 m visitors per annum or the Picasso.
Celebrity Constellation was launched in 2002 with a 2,034 guest capacity. The Millenium class ship was refitted in 2013 to Solstice standards. The ship appeals to guests who are looking for a smaller ship with great facilities. There are lots of dining options available and Aqua class cabins, and Blu restaurant were added at the refit.
Celebrity Eclipse Canaries and Azores Cruise
The first port is Ponta Delgarda in Sao Miguel (Azores) – known as the “Green Island” Sao Miguel is a destination like no other and has a lot to offer including whale watching, walking and trekking, diving and the award winning Terra Nostra Park. Next you stop at Funchal in Madeira where temperatures are normally very pleasant between 16 and 25 degrees Celsius. Madeira is famous for it’s wine, beautiful gardens and history.
Tenerife is the next port of call and is the largest islands of the Canary Islands. It has many beautiful beaches and is an all year round destination. You can visit Teide National Park which is a vast world heritage park with the highest volcano in Spain, Mount Teide – the volcanic crater is 30 miles in circumference.
When you visit Gran Canaria, a place you must visit is the district of Vegueta, the oldest part of the town and now is a UNESCO Heritage site. Places to see are Catedral de Santa Ana and Centro Atlantico de Arte Moderno.
Then it’s overnight in Lisbon which has so much to offer it’s just not possible to list all of the attractions and activities available. There is a national museum of ancient art, Lisbon Cathedral, navy museum, National Coach Museum, which has an amazing collection of historical carriages and is one of the most popular museums in the city.
The Celebrity Eclipse awarded the “best ship from the UK” 2015 will take you in Celebrity Style directly from Southampton to the warmer climates of the Azores and the Canaries. The Celebrity Eclipse is the third Solstice-class ship that benefits from the Lawn Club an area of real grass where you can play boules or miniature golf or just lay on the grass. It also has some top class restaurants and the largest selection of wines at sea.
Celebrity Eclipse – Scandinavia and Russia
Scandinavia and Russia cruise
Your cruise ship is the award-winning Celebrity Eclipse® and which takes you to some amazing Baltic destinations with 3 days in the beautiful city of St Petersburg.
The Celebrity Eclipse was launched in 2010 with lots of innovative luxury features and with the benefit of a real grass lawn. It quickly became a favourite with UK cruisers winning “Best from the UK Cruise Ship” Award in 2015.
Calling at Bruges, Stockholm, Tallin, St Petersburg (3 days), Berlin and Copenhagen.
You can step back in time to Imperial Russia as you explore the history of Peter the Great. St Petersburg is a must see tourist destination where you can visit St. Isaac’s Cathedral State Museum-Memorial, The Grand Palace, Church of the Savior on Blood.
In addition you will have a day in the beautiful city of Stockholm where you can visit the Vasa Museum (the only preserved seventeenth-century ship in the world), the Royal Palace and Abba the Museum and many more attractions.
You will also visit- the historic town of Tallin – the largest city in Estonia where the old town is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Copenhagen the capital city of Denmark with sights such as Tivoli Gardens, Little Mermaid Statue and Rosenborg Castle and a host of museums. Warnemunde is a lovely seaside resort, or you can travel to Berlin (2.5 hours) for an amazing choice of attractions.
Amazing Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is approx. 7.5-hour direct flight from Heathrow. A lovely great alternative trip from Dubai or even a stopover to the Far East or Australia/New Zealand.
I travelled on Etihad Airways direct to Abu Dhabi, visited the 5* Anantara Eastern Mangroves, which is situated approximately 10 mins away from the airport, 10 mins from city and souks. The owners also planted 100.000 trees in the mangrove and so the view from the hotel is very green and lush. The hotel is very well situated for both business and leisure purposes.
Then we proceeded to the super luxury Anantara Qasr Al Sarab, where the lastest Starwars movie has been filmed, ready for release in December 2015. QAS is approx. 2 hour drive from the airport of from Eastern Mangroves. A fabulous top of the range 5* property, we drove at least 25 minutes into the desert from the main road to finally find the entrance of the hotel. The rooms are beautiful, the air is drier hence it feels much more comfortable. At 46 degrees c in June, it was hot but we still managed to have a great time in the pool. QAS also offers lots of activites such as dune bashing, archery, spas, hammam, a proper ice room spa.
Food is incredibly good at both properties. I highly recommend both properties.
P&O Ventura – Our Holiday
Just returned from a fantastic 2-week family cruise on P&O Ventura. We departed from Southampton at the end of July to cruise the Eastern Med. Crossing the Bay of Biscaye was good with plenty to do on our sea days. Our cruise visited Vigo, Alicante, Barcelona, Genoa, Rome, Cartagena and Gibralta.
Our favourite port was Cartagena which is within walking distance from the ship and is full of history and ‘tapas bars’. Excellent onboard food and I would recommend the specialist dining options Sindhu, Epicurian and Beach House. My daughter who is 17 enjoyed meeting new friends in the Teen Club, and we all enjoyed the onboard entertainment. Back home and already planning our cruise next summer with P&O.
Incredible cruise – Queen Mary 2
Incredible cruise – Queen Mary 2
Antarctic Cruise – Shackleton’s 100th Anniversary
Antarctic cruise – Ushuaia to Ushuaia, Argentina
Shackleton’s ship, the Endurance, embarked from the UK towards Antarctica when, in 1915, just 200 miles from the Antarctic mainland, she was stuck in the Weddell sea between two ice floes. The crew stayed with the ship hoping that the winds would change and allow the ship free, however, after 10 months, they were forced to leave the Endurance and head out across the ice to find help.
The story of how Shackleton led his men over ice and ocean to safety. This is one of the greatest survival tales ever. This voyage allows you to follow in the footsteps of the greatest explorers including Shackleton, Scott, Ross, Mawson, Hillary, Gerlache, Fiennes, Cook, Charcot, Byrd, Weddell, Amundsen and Stromness.
You will see the Drake Passage, South Georgia Island, the Falkland Islands. Antarctica. All these places are remote and have their character and stories to tell of great explorers and adventures. Along the way, you will marvel at glaciers and icebergs, penguins, seals and whales in these remote and rugged landscapes. Look out for Macaroni, Rockhopper, Magellanic, Gentoo and more.
See the remains of whaling operations and also historic sites associated with the early explorers.
Itinerary
14 Nov 2015 Saturday – Ushuaia, Argentina
15 Nov 2015 Sunday – Day at Sea
16 Nov 2015 Monday – New Island, Falkland Islands
16 Nov 2015 Monday – West Point Island, Falkland Islands
17 Nov 2015 Tuesday – Stanley, Falkland Islands
18 Nov 2015 Wednesday – Day at Sea
19 Nov 2015 Thursday – Day at Sea
20 Nov 2015 Friday – South Georgia & Sandwich Islands
21 Nov 2015 Saturday – South Georgia & Sandwich Islands
22 Nov 2015 Sunday – South Georgia & Sandwich Islands
23 Nov 2015 Monday – Day at Sea
24 Nov 2015 Tuesday – Day at Sea
25 Nov 2015 Wednesday – Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
26 Nov 2015 Thursday – Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
27 Nov 2015 Friday – Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
28 Nov 2015 Saturday – Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
29 Nov 2015 Sunday – Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
30 Nov 2015 Monday – Drake Passage
01 Dec 2015 Tuesday – Drake Passage
02 Dec 2015 Wednesday – Ushuaia, Argentina
World of Nature Tour – Costa Rica
DAY 1 – San Jose – Your transfer service takes you from your home to your local airport for your flight. On arriving in San Jose, Costa Rica, you will be transferred to the Doubletree Cariari Hotel.
Day 2 – San Jose – Tortuguero National Park – Evergreen Lodge
As you journey through Braulio Carillo National Park, you will be surrounded by dormant volcanos and crater lakes as you travel to the Caribbean lowlands. On route, you will pass Caribbean-style villages. Later there is a cruise where you will travel along the rivers and canals of the Tortuguero National Park. There will be a two-night stay at your lodge where you will have the opportunity to see the diverse wildlife in a tropical forest. You will visit the world’s first Green Turtle Research Station where you can find out how to protect the turtle’s habitat.
Day 3 – Tortuguero National Park – Evergreen Lodge
In the morning, there is a bird-watching excursion where you can watch migratory birds. Experience abundance of wildlife as you join a cruise through the park and look out for sloths, toucans, howler monkeys and caimans. You may also see Costa Rica’s rarest animals including jaguars, tapirs, ocelots, cougars, river otters and manatees.
Day 4 – Tortuguero National Park – Sarapiqui – La Quinta Country Inn
The day commences with a scenic boat transfer to the mainland – Sarapiqui region. On route, you can learn about various types of pineapple and also taste them. This is followed by a presentation on bats at the La Tirimbina Biological Reserve.
Day 5 – Sarapiqui – La Quinta Country Inn
You start the day with a visit to the cacao plantation where you will observe chocolate making and even taste the finished product. We will also hear some of the histories of cacao and its importance. For the adventurous types, you can have a river rafting adventure on the Sarapiqui River. There is a cooking demonstration before the evening meal by a local chef.
Day 6 – Sarapiqui – Arenal – Mountain Paradise Hotel
Today its back to nature with a morning bird watching tour along the forest trails. Next you will see amazing views of Arenal Volcano and enjoy the peacefulness of this area.
Day 7 – Arenal – Mountain Paradise Hotel
You will visit a family farm and hear about life as a farmer, and the techniques passed down from father to son. You will see exotic medicinal plants and Costa Rican folklore. After lunch, you have time at your leisure to maybe relax in a hot spring or explore further.
Day 8 – Arenal Hanging Bridges Tour, Arenal Canopy Zip Line or Hot Springs – Mountain Paradise Hotel
You have 3 exciting experiences to choose from. You could have a zip line canopy tour of the rainforest to get a high view of the forest, Lake Arenal and the Arenal Volcano or a stunning “hanging bridges” tour. You could even have a relaxing day in one of the region’s famous hot springs.
Day 9 – Arenal-Tarcoles-Sunset Jungle Crocodile Safari & Bird Watching by Boat – Hotel Punta Leona
Today you will go on an exciting sunset jungle crocodile safari and bird watching boat trip. Visit the mangrove ecosystem together with the world’s biggest crocodile population in the wild. You may also see over fifty different kinds of birds, iguanas and waterfowl.
Day 10 – Tarcoles – Manuel Antonio National Park – Tarcoles – Hotel Punta Leona
This morning you will be walking through the Manuel Antonio National Park, along the trails, looking for three toes sloth, squirrel monkeys and iguanas or you could take a swim in the warm blue water. Enjoy the surrounding area rest of the day. Tonight you have dinner by the beach (if the weather is suitable).
Day 11 – Tarcoles – Sarchi – San Jose – Doubletree Cariari Hotel
Travel to Sarchi to learn about crafts of the region and see local artisans at work. Next you tour the Espiritu Santo Coffee Plantation and find out about the history of coffee and how it is grown, and also it’s economic importance to the region. Then you return to San Jose for a farewell dinner and hotel stay.
Day 12 – San Jose – Depart for The UK
Day 13 – Home Arrive back in the UK where our door to door airport transfer service will take you home.
Why visit Morocco?
Are you looking for culture, history, sun, shopping, tantalising cuisine and stunning scenery wrapped up with a touch of adventure and mystery? Look no further for this is Morocco. So near yet so far, in just over three hours from London you can find yourself immersed in an exotic world of palaces, mosques, snake charmers and story tellers.
This North African country has been influenced over the centuries by Berbers, the Roman Empire, French and Spanish. All have left their mark. Morocco has four Imperial Cities, which have been the Capitol at some point in her fascinating history. Our tour of the month, Highlights of Morocco, visits three of them, Marrakech, Rabat and Meknes.
These vibrant cities boast palaces, museums and exciting souks. The Labyrinth of streets showcase vendors offering everything from jewellery, to leather goods, musical instruments to metal work and spices to medicines for every ailment. Bargaining, of course, is all part of the fun!
Whilst western food is available Moroccan cuisine offers delicious stews, couscous and tagines. Lamb, chicken, fish or perhaps a pigeon or camel dish awaits to tantalize your gastronomic senses. Vegetarian dishes are easy to find as many speciality dishes are cooked without meat. Moroccan’s do have a sweet tooth! Sweet pastries and mint tea are not to be missed. Big on flavour and rich on colour you will not go hungry here!
The scenery is stunning as you climb in to the Atlas Mountains. Its snow-capped peaks and lush valleys peppered with mud built villages locked in time adds dimension to this intriguing landscape.
Morocco is all about experience and this is one place you will not be disappointed and at a very affordable price!
Why visit Transylvania?
The mere mention of Transylvania conjures up in most people’s minds thoughts of Bram Stoker’s Dracula, vampires and wolves.
Bordered to the east by the beautiful Carpathian Mountains this is a Country that allows you to step back in time. Forest, meadows, medieval towns, castles, walled cities, citadels and traditional villages all add to this unique slow paced, unspoilt destination.
Her multi-ethnic heritage adds colour to not only the architecture but the folk costumes, music and of course the cuisine. Local food offers a variety of interesting flavours and wholesome dishes not to mention the light wines or the double distilled liquors.
Whether you want to shop for antiques or handmade items, go in search of the brown bears that reside here or look out for shepherds as they heard their flocks this is a fascinating untouched land. One to visit before it arrives in the 21st Century.
Israel and Mediterranean Fly Cruise – Celebrity Constellation
Itinerary
| Date | Ports of Call | Arrival | Departure |
| Fri 23 Oct 15 | Istanbul, Turkey | ||
| Sat 24 Oct 15 | Istanbul, Turkey | 2:00 pm | |
| Sun 25 Oct 15 | Kusadasi, Turkey | 10:00 am | 7:00 pm |
| Mon 26 Oct 15 | At Sea | ||
| Tue 27 Oct 15 | Haifa, Israel | 7:00 am | 9:30 pm |
| Wed 28 Oct 15 | Ashdod, Israel | 6:30 am | |
| Thu 29 Oct 15 | Ashdod, Israel | 8:30 pm | |
| Fri 30 Oct 15 | At Sea | ||
| Sat 31 Oct 15 | At Sea | ||
| Sun 01 Nov 15 | Valletta, Malta | 8:00 am | 5:00 pm |
| Mon 02 Nov 15 | Messina, Italy | 8:00 am | 5:00 pm |
| Tue 03 Nov 15 | Naples, Italy | 7:00 am | 6:30 pm |
| Wed 04 Nov 15 | Civitavecchia, Italy | 5:00 am |
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Cruises has changed the way you can see the world. Now is the time to immerse yourself in new cultures. The new approach is about truly experiencing a destination to make your holiday so much more memorable. The cuisine is award winning and the wine selection is the largest at sea. If you enjoy luxurious spa treatments then book a suite with direct access to the spa area. Those who are unable to go on luxury cruise ships may seek the thrill of gambling through online slot gacor machines.
We recommend Celebrity cruises for the food, service and the small touches that make a big difference to your holiday.
About the Celebrity Constellation
The Celebrity Constellation has been revamped and she now boasts a spectacular, new look and ambience. From the moment you go into the magnificent Grand Foyer or taste a succulent steak in the Tuscan Grille, or drink your favourite vodka at the ice-topped Martini Bar – you’ll feel totally pampered.
The suites and staterooms offer stylish new decor with flat-screen TVs and the level of personal service remains first class.
Facilities
Entertainment, Casino, Childrens Play Area, Cinema, Fortunes Casino, Michaels Club, Photo Gallery, Reflections, Theatre, Video Arcade, Youth & Teen Centres, Fitness, Aerobics/Yoga, Basketball, Fitness Equipment, Gym, Jogging Track, Food and Drink Bar, Bistro, Cafe al Bacio, Cellar Masters, Cova Cafe, Dining Room, Martini Bar Restaurant, The Conservatory, Tuscan Grill, Other Art Gallery, Conference Facilities, Elevator, Photo Gallery, Recreational, Aqua Spa, Card Room, Indoor Pool, Library, Outdoor Pool, Relaxation, Aqua Spa, Beauty Salon, Sauna, Spa, Steam Room, Swimming Pool, Whirlpool, Technology, Interactive TV, Internet Access Lounge, Internet Cafe
China Experience Tour plus Hong Kong
A China Tour Experience by Wendy Wu
Days 1-2: Fly to Shanghai
You fly overnight into the lively city of Shanghai (China’s largest and most affluent city), sometimes referred to as ‘the Paris of the East’ with its unique blend of Eastern and Western cultures. After arriving at your hotel the rest of the day is at your leisure to start to experience Shanghai with it’s amazing local culture and also to view the city lit up at night by an abundance of colourful lights.
Day 3: Zhujiajiao Water Town
You will visit Zhujiajiao, an ancient water town with 1700 years of history. The town is built on an old canal system which once used to move goods all over imperial China. There are many narrow alley ways which have a unique charm. The waterways are lined with historic buildings with stone bridges across them. You go back to Shanghai to view the fine arts and antiquities at the Shanghai Museum. Your dinner will an authentic local cuisine experience
Day 4: Shanghai
China’s big city – Shanghai, where eastern and western architectures converge and contrast on streets lined with modern skyscrapers and enhanced with majestic 10th century temples. Day 4 visits include the Yu Gardens and a cultural tour of the old town. You will see the magnificent colonial architecture and can take a gentle stroll along the Bund. Then its on to the entertainment district in the Xintiandi area. The day finishes with a gentle panoramic cruise along the Huangpu River which provides the perfect conclusion to the day.
Day 5: Xian
On Day 5 you fly to Xian, which was the ancient former capital. Tonight feast on traditional Shui Jiao dumplings before a performance of Tang Dynasty dancing.
Day 6: Terracotta Warriors
The Terracotta Warriors were discovered in the 1970’s and have been on the very top of the “must see” list for tourists to China. Visitors remain intrigued by the Terracotta Army of Qin Shi Huang (China’s first Emperor). The tour allows you to view the mysterious ranks of life-sized warriors. Afterwards you visit Xian’s well preserved old town and can walk on the 14th century city walls.
Day 7: Fly to Beijing
The morning tour includes a trip to the enchanting Little Wild Goose Pagoda and we allow time to stroll through the alleys of the Muslim Quarter, which offer Islamic food. Next, fly to Beijing, the capital of China.
Day 8: Forbidden City
Prepare for an amazing day. You will walk across Tiananmen Square and into the Forbidden City and then go through the Gate of Supreme Harmony. You can enjoy the aura of the Temple of Heaven before enjoying an evening watching a Chinese acrobatic show.
Day 9: Great Wall of China
This day you will see China’s most popular sight – the Great Wall which is so large that it can be seen from space. Have a walk along its structure to appreciate both the huge magnificence of the wall and the sensational scenery that it passes. Next you will have a chance to buy a piece of Jade at the Jade Museum and learn about the delicate process of carving the stone. In the afternoon you will capture the landscapes of the Summer Palace as you see the traditional Chinese gardens and beautiful architecture.
Day 10: Fly Beijing to Hong Kong
Day 12: Fly from Hong Kong to UK
Hong Kong extension
Your FREE Hong Kong trip includes:
2 nights accommodation with breakfast
Half day Hong Kong Island tour
Airport transfers
Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following day
Scandinavia and Russia Celebrity Cruise
The cruise visits some amazing Baltic destinations:-
Bruges, Warnemunde, Tallin, Helsinki, Copenhagen and includes an overnight stay in St Petersburg where you can visit:-
– Church of the Savior on Blood
– The Grand Palace
– St. Isaac’s Cathedral State Museum-Memorial
In addition you will have a day in the beautiful city of Stockholm where you can visit the Vasa Museum (the only preserved seventeenth-century ship in the world), the Royal Palace and Abba the Museum and many more attractions.
All this aboard the incredible Celebrity Eclipse®.
Sailing Itinerary
Date Ports of Call Arrival Departure Activity
Sun 22 May 2016 Southampton, England – 1630 Boarding
Mon 23 May 2016 Bruges, Belgium (Zeebrugge) 0700 1500 Docked
Tue 24 May 2016 At Sea – – –
Wed 25 May 2016 Warnemunde, Germany 0930 2359 Docked
Thu 26 May 2016 At Sea – – –
Fri 27 May 2016 Muuga (Tallinn), Estonia 1000 1700 Docked
Sat 28 May 2016 St.Petersburg, Russia 0700 – Docked
Sun 29 May 2016 St.Petersburg, Russia – 1800 Docked
Mon 30 May 2016 Helsinki, Finland 0800 1700 Docked
Tue 31 May 2016 Stockholm, Sweden 0900 1700 Docked
Wed 01 Jun 2016 At Sea – – –
Thu 02 Jun 2016 Copenhagen, Denmark 1100 2359 Docked
Fri 03 Jun 2016 At Sea – – –
Sat 04 Jun 2016 At Sea – – –
Sun 05 Jun 2016 Southampton, England 0530 – Departure
CRUISES
Cruises are one of the best holidays I have ever had, I found them so relaxing especially with young children. There are many things to do on board for the whole family and you will never get bored.
I like to board early to get all the check in and paper work done so that we can relax and be onboard in time for lunch. Although the ships carry lots of people, all the check-ins are done smoothly and quickly. You do not have to worry about carrying your luggage, from the time you check-in, you can relax. The next time you will see you luggage is in your room.
I highly recommend a balcony room as a minimum requirement as they are very airy and the fact that you can open the door whilst the ship is cruising is absolute bliss. You will never feel that the ship is too crowded either, there are lots of room for everyone.
There are many restaurants to choose from casual all day to dressing up in the evening and I can most highly recommend that you try their speciality restaurant on one or 2 nights. The food is just fantastic and plenty and I can assure you that it is money well spent. You will never feel hungry onboard.
There is also plenty of entertainment for everyone, my children have never felt bored on the ships. They made lots of friends onboard and have loved every minute of it. They used to spend all day at the children and teen club and we only saw them at dinner time. Even during dinner, they are restless and cannot wait to go back to meet their friends at the teen club.
The trip goes so quickly that everyone is very sad at the end of the cruise. So go and try it, we never felt bored on a 2 weeks trip.
Northern Lights
Experience the Northern Lights magic this winter as we hug over 780 miles of rugged Norwegian coastline. Feel like an explorer as we invite you to discover authentic Norway. And we promise the best chance of spotting one of Mother’s best treats!
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There aren't many people I can say this to, but you've totally impressed my mother-in-law. Seriously, thank you for all you hard work in arranging the cruise on board Serenade of the Seas for my in-laws and four other guests. Not only were your clients located in in three corners of the UK, but you had to deal with very late booking alterations, various medical requirements, special dietary requirements and not to mention 6 very experienced cruisers.All arrangements were completed by you with professional calm and flourish and, due to your personal intervention and attention to detail, everything was perfect from beginning to end. The whole party, who have much cruising experience between them, were totally impressed and will undoubtedly be booking with you again.
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by Laura Billingham
Sheffield, SheffieldGrand Hotel Vesuvio Naples | Naples | Reviewed 02 Dec 2017
recently needed to arrange a long weekend break for my partner in Naples. within a couple of days were were able to book, confirm and have the paperwork sorted for us. Daniel took all the messing about which I hate doing and found us a 5*hotel deal. Brillìant service
by Richard Godley
Sheffield, SheffieldMadrid | Reviewed 06 Jun 2017
Hello JillOnce again we would like to thank you very much for giving us such a terrific service. Our recent holiday to Spain with Great Rail Journeys was not quite as straight forward as we had hoped partly because there were days added and two couples - one British and the other Australian.Thank you Jill for filling in all the missing paperwork for taxis. You must have spent considerable time sorting out that problem. For the four of us, nothing could have been more simple. Lovely, executive cars arrived at each designated meeting place with superb drivers.It was pure pleasure to be picked up and delivered so efficiently. There were absolutely no hitches. Thanks must also go to GRJ for providing such excellent transportation. Mr and Mrs Atkinson have asked me to give you their sincere thanks to which we add our own.Thank you Jill Sincerely The Atkinsons and Boylands. June 2017
by Sandi Boyland
Eastbourne, West sussekSanta Maria Suites | Milan | Reviewed 15 May 2017
Joelle arranged this trip for myself and my husband for his 50th birthday. She put a lot of thought and care into selecting the perfect little hotel, close to the city centre and within easy reach of the station. Cannot recommend her skills highly enough!
by Bacon
Bocking, BraintreeMediterranean Palace | Cyprus | Reviewed 16 Aug 2016
Nothing is ever too much for Kristina, no matter how many times we change our mind or budget Kristina still manages to make it work. Kristina goes the extra mile and ensures we are spoilt and well looked after on every trip
by Rebecca
Keen, MarlboroughLe Victoria | Mauritius | Reviewed 11 Nov 2015
Hi Kristina, Everything was brilliant thank you. Mauritius and Le Victoria were AMAZING!! The place was stunning, and the people were so friendly, everyone from the cab driver from the airport to the hotel to the people checking us in on the way home, couldn’t have helped us any more even if they wanted to. I would 100% recommend Mauritius and Le Victoria to anyone asking about it. Thank you for all you done, to help get it booked.
by A Button
Poulton, EssexDREAMS LA ROMANA | Dominican Republic | Reviewed 12 Sep 2015
HiJenny,Thank–you for organising our trip to Dominican Republic everything was brilliant and went really well,as expected when you are organising things, the resort was brilliant much better than we had imagined and we were upgraded to fantastic rooms 7303 and 7304 they were the most recently refurbished and also used for the preferred club.I know its early but sometimes its best to try and sort things early so for next August we are thinking of Dreams St Thomas ? but do not think we can fly there direct from UK so were thinking of 3 nights New York, 12-14 nights at Dreams and then fly back direct if available or via Miami with 2 nights there.Or another thought is Aruba I know the Dreams there does not open till 2018 but I think there are similar chain there.Please could you look at these for August 2016.Thanks again for yet another great holiday this year, how do you manage to ALWAYS get our holidays so spot on ?
by Peter Watts
ESSEX , ESSEXVilla Marija Tucei Croatia | Med & Short Haul | Reviewed 11 Sep 2015
Myself and Harry would just like to say a HUGE thank you for helping us arrange our holiday. It was the most amazing holiday, Tucepi is the most beautiful place. Our room was lovely, a great view right out to the Marina and the beach, and Villa Marija was the perfect location. Thank you again, will definitely be returning, and also will be contacting you again for future holidays!
by K Milner
Tewkesbury, GlosAtrium prestige thalasso spa | Rhodes | Reviewed 06 Sep 2015
Just back from yet another exceptional trip planned for us by Jackie. The hotel was outstanding, fantastic facilities, great location and fabulous service.Jackie goes above and beyond to find the perfect holiday for us each time we've used her services. I cannot recommend her enough.
by Lisa Whitehead
Swinderby , LincsMitsis family village | Kos | Reviewed 31 Aug 2015
Not long back from our 3rd holiday of the year all booked by Jackie, Jackie is excellent at finding great hotels at fantastic prices. firstly we booked a holiday in Mexico at the Occidental Grand Excaret on the Riviera Maya. For the May bank holiday weekend we asked Jackie if she could find us something in the UK with a hot tub for a relaxing break, Jackie quickly replied with a few options and we ended up booking Conifer Lodges at Newton Stewart in Dumfries and Galloway. The price through Jackie was cheaper than what we could of booked it ourselves. Lastly we have not been long back from Kardemeana in Kos, this one proved a bit more difficult to find as we'd been spoilt in Mexico, Jackie spent a lot of time finding us exactly what we asked for and yet again managed to find us a fantastic hotel at a brilliant price. I look forward to booking next years holiday's with Jackie as I know she'll exceed our expectations for what we want.
by linda turner
carlisle, carlisleAegean Village | Kos | Reviewed 22 Aug 2015
I have just come back from a fantastic week in Kos which Jackie booked at very short notice for my daughter and myself. I was a little nervous about travelling alone with my 7 year old for the first time as my husband was working and, to compound matters, I had an injured shoulder. Jackie arranged everything to make the holiday as easy for me as possible. The hotel was lovely and just what we wanted - we had a great break.Before contacting Jackie I had already wasted almost a full day trawling the internet and tying myself up in knots. Jackie did all the research, gave me loads of suggestions and had the whole holiday booked and organised in just a few hours. All I had to do was pack and turn up for the flight. Next time I'm not going to even think about searching online - I'll get straight in touch with Jackie and ask her to sort it out for me! Thanks Jackie! xx
by Claire Mitchell
Darlington, Co DurhamSol Costa Blanca | Benidorm | Reviewed 17 Jul 2015
Hi Kristina The holiday was more than fantastic thank you, they looked after us brilliantly at the hotel, upgraded the room. Best holiday ever, we loved every minute.Thank you so very much for arranging it all
by S Bowden
Swindon, SwindonEl Nido Resort | Faraway | Reviewed 15 Jul 2015
Hi Kristina, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the fabulous booking you made us, it far exceeded our expectations, it was out of this world. All the hotels were fabulous. El Nido Resort, Apulit Island, was like a piece of Paradise. We would gladly recommend you and your company to all our friends and family, and look forward to working with you again.
by Mr & Mrs K Manning
Greenford, MiddlesexEl Paso PortAventura | Salou | Reviewed 04 Jun 2015
Hi Olivia, Just wanted to let you know that we had a fabulous holiday at El Paso Hotel, It was excellent, the food plentiful and there was a good selection. All geared up for families, with a lovely big pool. Being close to the theme park and water park was the icing on the cake, we even managed to spend one morning on the beach, this was in walking distance. Our private transfer was perfect, no worrying about the childrens seats as they were in our bus. Thank you so much for arranging everything for me and my family, you were so helpful and nothing was too much trouble, you certainly made the whole holiday experience for the eleven of us a complete joy. I will certainly be using you again.
by Susan Brotherhood
Welwyn Garden City, HertsPlaya Pesquero | Cuba | Reviewed 05 Mar 2015
Hi Kristina, We had a fabulous time. The resort had everything you could want, everyone catered for, people really friendly. The restaurants had a good variety of food, beaches & sea. It was lovely. Thank you very much for finding us this gem.
by P Harding
Cirencester, GlosDubai | Reviewed 30 Jan 2015
We have used Karens expertise on at 3 far away trips to-date and each time we have found Karen to be excellent in offering advise and great service, along with competitive pricing. the hotels have always been first class so we look forward to our next two trips with confidence.
by john
redditch, worcestershireTailormade trip | Australia | Reviewed 02 Dec 2014
Everything went according to plan thank you.The hotel in Sydney was in a great location, as was the accommodation in Port Douglas, Darwin and Singapore. The excursions you organised were excellent, we thank you very much for your help and patience whilst organising our holiday. I have a few ideas for some future adventures so will be in touch for your help.
by K Sayers
Nottingham, NottinghamLe Preskil Beach Resort | Mauritius | Reviewed 22 Oct 2014
Just back from our latest holiday at Le Preskil Beach Resort in Mauritius arranged by Dany. Once again every detail was spot on and we had a room upgrade to a "Prestige Cottage". When you travel - Go Dany!
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