AMERICA AMERICA

2 CONTENTS

4 The First Class Difference 6 It’s all about you 7 Concierge 8 America Map 10 Live the American Dream 12 Holiday Types

14 CRUISING 16 Canada, New England & the Big Apple 16 New York & Bermuda 17 Eastern Caribbean & Florida 17 Mexico, Key West & Grand Cayman 18 ESCORTED TOURS 38 SELF DRIVE TOURS 62 INDEPENDENT TOURS 64 By Air 67 By Rail

70 HOTELS ACROSS AMERICA 72 Hawaiian Islands 73 Los Angeles 73 Seattle 74 San Francisco 75 Las Vegas 76 Yosemite National Park 77 Grand Canyon 77 Bryce Canyon 77 Zion 78 Denver 78 Salt Lake City 78 Chicago 79 Washington D.C. 79 Philadelphia 80 New York 81 Boston 82 New England 83 Memphis 83 New Orleans 84 Miami 84 Fort Lauderdale 85 Orlando

86 GETTING AROUND THE USA 88 Car Rental 90 Motorhome Rental 92 Motorcycle Rental 94 Airlines 96 Before you fly

97 Important Information 98 Booking Conditions

3 THE FIRST CLASS DIFFERENCE

Making your holiday dreams a reality starts with understanding what really matters to you. Whether you’re a beach lover or adventurer, a lover of history and culture or the great outdoors, at one with nature or the big city; prefer luxury or authentic, being independent or part of a group. Our travel specialists will get to know what your heart most desires and then create a holiday to match. You’ll experience superb service all along the way and we’ll use our wealth of experience to create your holiday as if we were creating our own. And you can be sure that before you go, whilst you are away and even when you come home, we’ll be with you every step of the way.

AWARD WINNING SERVICE We were founded in 1996 with a desire to provide outstanding levels of service and customer satisfaction and this is still the case today. With thousands of satisfied customers and a raft of awards for exceptional service, your holiday is in the best possible hands. We are very proud that our personal, friendly service and attention to detail has led to us becoming an industry leader in providing personalised holidays. We have been recognised through the years by winning a number of prestigious awards from within and outside of the travel industry including Best Long-Haul Operator, Outstanding Service Award and Best Specialist Destination Operator.

EXPERT ADVICE With a team of over 50 people all sharing a great passion for travelling we have a wealth of knowledge and experience. Many of us have taken the holidays showcased throughout this brochure, and we know that there is nothing more important than first hand knowledge when planning your dream adventure. We understand that no two people are the same, and that everyone’s dream holiday is different, that’s why we curate individual holidays to individual requirements with the emphasis on what you want to see and do. We can create itineraries for all budgets, applying the same first-class level of service to all. Whether you are looking for a touring holiday, a city break or perhaps that once in a lifetime celebration, it is not a decision to be taken lightly and you need a travel company you can trust; that company is First Class Holidays.

TRULY PERSONAL Our itineraries are meant to inspire you and we have crafted a fantastic range of holidays but if you find that none include everything you want to do, then our personalised travel service is just for you. We have been involved in the planning and preparation of detailed holidays for many years and would be delighted to share our knowledge to help you plan your perfect holiday. Simply visit your local travel agent, call us on 0161 888 5607 or email [email protected] and one of our expert and friendly team will plan your ideal holiday from start to finish.

OUR PRICES Hotel and transport prices change frequently and we are constantly in contact with our suppliers to ensure that we offer the very best prices available; for that reason the prices shown in this brochure are a guide only and we will confirm the best available price at the time of booking.

PRICE MATCH PROMISE We work very hard in sourcing competitive prices and have great relationships with our airlines and suppliers to ensure you get the best value for money. We regularly check prices against our competitors, however if you find a better price elsewhere sold with the same service conditions, we will happily lower our price to match. Please see terms and conditions on our website www.fcholidays.com for more details on our policy.

PEACE OF MIND We are here whenever you need us, before you go, whilst you’re away and when you come home. We are fully bonded with the Civil Aviation Authority ATOL scheme (Licence Number 5421) and with the Association of British Travel Agents (Licence Number W3550). You can book your travel arrangements with the peace of mind that your money is safe. We are also members of the Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO) and abide by their Code of Conduct and the AITO Quality Charter that requires high standards of quality and service.

4 OUR FRIENDLY TEAM

Our team of America experts are passionate about America and there is nothing more important than speaking to someone who has been there, and we have! We are able to provide first-hand knowledge on everything, from flights and hotels to sightseeing and excursions. We are also happy to share those smaller elements that help create your perfect holiday from finding the best coffee spots to that hidden gem in your favourite city; we want to share our experiences with you.

HOLIDAYS YOU CAN TRUST

We are committed to making your holiday as incredible as possible, but don’t take our word for it. We have thousands upon thousands of satisfied customers who would highly recommend our services to make your dream holiday become a reality. Why not have a look at the customer reviews on our website: www.fcholidays.com and check out our FEEFO rating.

5 IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU

YOUR HOLIDAY; YOUR WAY. EXPERTLY PERSONALISED JUST THE WAY YOU WANT IT.

It’s your holiday and the arrangements should be just how you want them. Over the years we have developed expertise in creating unique holidays that meet the requirements of our discerning clients.

This brochure is full of holiday suggestions, and all of them except our escorted tours can be personalised to meet your own specific needs. Change the itinerary, the hotels, add in extra sightseeing – no problem, we’ve got it covered. But better still, if there’s nothing that meets your exact wishes just tell us what you want to do and we’ll take care of the rest. We’ll choose the right hotels and lodges, the sightseeing and transport, wildlife and adventure experiences and put them together to create the holiday you’ve been dreaming about. Like the idea of an escorted tour but prefer not to be with a group? No problem, we can create a private tour with your own driver/guide and luxury car to include all the places you’d like to see. Whatever your holiday dreams, our team of travel specialists can make them come to life.

Stowe, Vermont

6 CONCIERGEBY FIRST CLASS HOLIDAYS

If you are looking for something truly exceptional, perhaps to celebrate a special occasion, then CONCIERGE by First Class Holidays is just what you need.

Our Concierge team can arrange those extra special things that make a great holiday into a fantastic one. Maybe you’d like a private jet or a helicopter transfer; vetted babysitters, specialist dining in hard to book restaurants or personalised sightseeing with the best guides; your own chauffeur and car or luxury lodge with butler service and personal chef.

CONCIERGE by First Class Holidays can arrange all this and much, much more.

7 8 9 LIVE THE AMERICAN DREAM

Discover the diversity of America and you’ll understand why the majority of Americans have never had a passport; this is a land that has something for everyone when it comes to holidays.

Beach lovers will be in their element on the silky sand beaches in Florida and California or the idyllic Hawaiian Islands. Nature lovers will be mesmerised by the beauty of national parks like Yosemite and Shenandoah and the stunning New England states. Las Vegas stands like a beacon in the desert, home to glitzy hotels and non stop entertainment, yet not far away is a multitude of National Parks with landscapes like no other, carved over millions of years by mother nature.

When it comes to cities you’re spoiled for choice. From the laid back vibe of San Francisco and Los Angeles to the pulsating non stop action of New York; the iconic sights of Washington D.C. to the easy going vibe of the music cities of the south, there’s something for everyone. A multicultural melting pot of sights, sounds and tastes, this is a country that promises unique and diverse experiences for everyone chasing their holiday dream.

Las Vegas

10 HAWAII CALIFORNIA

The fabulous Hawaiian Islands offer sun kissed beaches lapped by California is home to a rich and diverse landscape, from the golden crystal seas, amazing locals and incredible cuisine. Oahu is home to beaches on the coast lapped by the Pacific Ocean to the flat and Honolulu’s Waikiki Beach with its golden beach backed by high rise sometimes desert like interior and the high Sierra Mountains to the hotels, restaurants and entertainment. On the north coast there’s east. The coastal drive from Los Angeles to San Francisco is one of dramatic scenery and great surf beaches whilst the volcanic interior the most famous in the world. The northern counties produce some of offers a rich and varied blanket of lush vegetation. Maui is the idyllic the USA’s finest wines. Yosemite National Park and Lake Tahoe are two tropical paradise with beautiful beaches and stunning sunsets whilst gems where you can be at one with nature, whilst for the big city life Kauai is famous for its golden beaches, wildlife and amazing waterfalls. Los Angeles and San Francisco have lots to offer, from Hollywood to the Golden Gate Bridge.

WESTERN STATES SOUTHERN STATES

This is the home of stunning National Parks, Sin City Las Vegas and The Southern States are a melting pot of cultural diversity. Witness the north west states of Oregon and Washington. Yellowstone and the the spectacular scenery and the vibrant foliage of the Great Smoky Rockies offer soaring peaks, tranquil lakes and a Wild West history Mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee, the mist-shrouded bayous as well as the carved faces of past presidents at Mount Rushmore. of Louisiana and the sugar-sand beaches of Alabama. Hear authentic Arizona offers the golf resorts of Phoenix and Scottsdale and the Blues music, dine on scrumptious soul food and dance in the lively iconic Grand Canyon whilst Utah has the Bryce, Arches and Zion cities of New Orleans and Memphis; head to Texas for fine museums National Parks, each with their own unique landscape. The Pacific and historic sites. For the ultimate in white sandy beaches and theme northwest has Seattle, amazing wine country and National Parks, and a park mania head for Florida, the Sunshine State, where non stop fun is stunning coastline. the order of the day.

EASTERN STATES NEW ENGLAND

This area is home to some of America’s best known cities and New England offers some of the most beautiful scenery in the historic events so important in the nation’s history. Chicago boasts entire United States. Famous for quaint towns and villages with a host of attractions and a lakefront setting whilst around the lakes white clapperboard houses, rolling hillsides that turn a kaleidoscope small villages and towns dot the shoreline. The nation’s capital, of orange, brown and red in autumn; lobsters, clams and other Washington D.C. boasts historic monuments, museums and vibrant amazing Atlantic seafood; stunning sunrises and sunsets. The holiday neighbourhoods. Away from the city there’s Civil War history at every playground of America’s rich and famous – Cape Cod, Nantucket and turn, sandy beaches and quaint towns. Then there’s New York, a Rhode Island and some of the country’s most famous sports teams – pulsating metropolis that has everything you could want and more – the Bruins, Celtics, Patriots and Red Sox. At its heart is Boston, a city theatre, food, sightseeing, nightlife, shopping and history. like no other; friendly, cosmopolitan and best explored on foot.

11 HOLIDAY TYPES

America is a vast and wonderful country with a variety of ways to experience the spectacular scenery, incredible wildlife, fascinating cultures and vibrant cities of its 50 individual states. Whether you are a first-time visitor or you’ve been before; prefer to be with a group or are a free spirit, we have something to suit your needs. Here, we showcase the different ways to explore the United States of America, so if you prefer a pre-arranged tour or a bespoke holiday created to fit your individual needs, give our friendly team a call today.

Hawaii

12 ESCORTED TOURS SELF DRIVE TOURS

These are ideal if you prefer to travel as part of a group and have the If you’re happy to drive, but prefer a pre-planned route, our self drive reassurance of a Tour Escort with you along the way, allowing you to tours are just for you. Including all hotels and a car hire, some tours sit back and relax. Travel by modern coach and have the opportunity may also include attraction admission tickets or sightseeing and to make new friends with fellow travellers who may be from anywhere adventure excursions. Each route has been planned to include all the in the world as you enjoy the sights from your seat high above the main attractions, distances have been well thought out so that daily hedgerows. Whether you want a deluxe tour with most meals and mileage is achievable without early starts and late finishes and they all sightseeing included or a value tour offering more time to explore at allow ample time for stopping and sightseeing en-route. Each of these your own pace we have a selection that cover all parts of America. tours includes a detailed information pack that gives essential driving instructions and maps.

MOTORHOME HOLIDAYS INDEPENDENT HOLIDAYS

Nothing gives you more freedom to truly experience a country than by If you prefer a more independent holiday, but do not wish to drive, our exploring in a motorhome. Take the comforts of your home with you selection of independent holidays offers a great option. We provide as you explore the sights and sounds of America. With an extensive completely planned itineraries to more flexible, self-guided journeys all network of campgrounds and RV parks offering full facilities through with the ability to tailor make them to your requirements if requested. to more natural settings in national parks, and with the option to add Tours can include all the rail, bus and accommodation arrangements, on additional sightseeing along the way there is no better way to see together with pre-booked sightseeing excursions. You will also find a a country. range of rail holidays; America is home to some amazing rail journeys, and we’ve combined some of the best to offer a fantastic way to see the country.

MOTORCYCLE TOURING CRUISE HOLIDAYS

Rev up your engine and hit the wide-open roads in style on a Imagine waking up in a different place each day without having to motorcycle holiday. With rental locations across America for a variety repack, seeing different sights and exploring new places. Enjoying of motorbikes such as Harley, Honda and BMW we can help you fabulous cuisine and top-notch entertainment. That’s what you get on tailor-make your own motorbike adventure or alternately choose from a cruise and we are delighted to offer cruise holidays to the Caribbean, one of our guided tours or self-drive itineraries - we have something to to the New England states and Nova Scotia and to Bermuda with suit everyone. leading cruise lines Celebrity Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line.

13 CRUISING

A cruise is a holiday like no other, your luxurious cruise ship a floating hotel with everything you need. You’ll unpack just once and enjoy sights and experiences that change by the hour as you visit ports and explore coastlines that are unique in the world. Meals are a big part of any cruise holiday and you can be sure there’s plenty of choice, on board amenities will keep you entertained for days at sea and helpful attentive ship’s crew will see to your every need. Whether you’re looking for a cruise around the islands of the Caribbean or to the island of Bermuda, or the towns along the New England and Atlantic Canada coastline we have a ship and itinerary to suit.

Celebrity Cruising

14 15 CANADA, NEW ENGLAND 12 DAYS & THE BIG APPLE From £1,543

Wake up to magnificent fall foliage whilst exploring the wonders of Canada and New England. Before departing from New York, visit the Statue of Liberty and historic Ellis Island. In Bar Harbour take in nature’s splendours at Acadia National Park. And when in Halifax, be sure to see Peggy’s Cove, which boasts one of the most popular New York lighthouses in Atlantic Canada.

DAYS 1 - 3: New York DAY 8: Saint John, New Arrive into New York and make your way Brunswick to your hotel. You’ve two full days to Saint John’s history is evident in its explore the city on your own. Don’t miss weather-worn look, passing the tests of the Statue of Liberty, Central Park and salt air, sea winds and a devastating fire the shows on Broadway. that have all contributed to making Saint Hotel for 3 nights: Novotel New York John the greatest little city in the east. Be sure to look for your ship in the port DAY 4: Depart New York against the beauty of the Bay of Fundy Go to the cruise terminal to board from Fort Howe lookout. Norwegian Escape, which sails at 4pm. DAY 9: Halifax, Nova Scotia DAY 5: At Sea Admire the rugged coastline that DAY 6: Portland Maine surrounds Halifax, the world’s second- largest natural harbour. This beautifully DEPARTURE DATES: Portland offers all the amenities of a big city: art districts, a vibrant waterfront, preserved city is Nova Scotia’s capital Thursdays, September & early October museums, parks and shopping. But and was founded in 1749. Take steps within minutes, you can be enjoying the through history and climb to The Citadel THIS CRUISE TOUR INCLUDES: view from a historic lighthouse or tasting to witness the Old Town Clock. * 7 nights on Norwegian Escape in an inside stateroom; a local lobster. DAY 10: At Sea upgrades available DAY 7: Bar Harbor, Maine DAY 11: New York * All meals on board from dinner on embarkation to Bar Harbor has retained much of its charm You will dock around 7am this morning. breakfast on disembarkation since its glory days of the 1900s, when After you’ve disembarked make your * Onboard entertainment and all port taxes America’s elite vacationed here in opulent way to the Novotel for a final night. summer cottages. Surrounding the * 4 nights in New York harbour is the Acadia National Park where DAY 12: Departure Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Sole use on request. nature’s majestic splendour is on display. Check out of your hotel and make your way to the airport for you onward flight. 12 DAYS NEW YORK & BERMUDA From £1,762

Lapped by the clear blue waters of the Atlantic and encircled by delightful coves, inlets and delicate fine pink coral sand beaches Bermuda is a sub-tropical island paradise just waiting to be explored. Combined with the bright lights and sights of the Big Apple and a cruise aboard one of the latest ocean liners you’ve a perfect holiday combination.

DAY 1: New York manicured gardens resplendent with Arrive into New York and make your prolific blooms of bougainvillea, oleander way to your downtown hotel. Enjoy the and hibiscus. With two nights in Bermuda, evening in the Big Apple. using your ship as a floating hotel there’s Hotel: Novotel New York plenty of time to explore. You’ll be in the heart of things in Royal Naval Dockyard DAY 2: Depart New York with its shops and restaurants but don’t Go to the cruise terminal to board the miss the chance to visit Horseshoe Bay Norwegian Encore, which sails at 4pm. with its amazing beach and Gibbs Hill Lighthouse for the amazing views. DAYS 3 & 4: At Sea Enjoy all the facilities onboard your DAY 7: Set Sail Bermuda superb ship. Swimming pools, a A final morning in Bermuda before multitude of eating and drinking options, setting sail for New York mid afternoon great entertainment, the Encore has it all. DEPARTURE DATES: DAY 8: At Sea DAYS 5 & 6: Bermuda Saturdays, April to August and late October Bermuda is Britain’s oldest colony and DAYS 9 - 11: New York Arrive in New York on the morning of THIS CRUISE TOUR INCLUDES: sits 600 miles from the American coast and life isn’t as frenetic as the Caribbean day 9 and make your way to your hotel. * 7 nights on Norwegian Encore in an inside stateroom; islands further south. Perfectly polished The next three days are free for you to upgrades available and serenely beautiful, this colourful explore and see the sights on your own. Take a harbour cruise, see the Empire * All meals on board from dinner on embarkation to sub-tropical garden paradise is made up of 150 small islands, the largest of which State building, a Broadway show or shop breakfast on disembarkation are connected by bridges and causeways. till you drop – the choices are endless. * Onboard entertainment and all port taxes The islands are a mere 21 miles long and 1 Hotel for 3 nights: Novotel * 4 nights in New York mile wide and picturesque pastel-coloured DAY 12: Departure Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. houses with whitewashed roofs sit amidst Sole use on request. Your holiday ends on checkout.

16 EASTERN CARIBBEAN 12 DAYS & FLORIDA From £1,432

Floridian sunshine and sandy beaches combine with a cutting edge cruise liner to make this trip to the Caribbean islands a holiday of a lifetime. Explore the streets of Spanish inspired Puerto Rico with it’s cobbled streets and shady squares and swim in the crystal seas at Tortola; then explore the tiny island of St Maarten, shared by the San Juan, Puerto Rico French and Dutch for centuries.

DAYS 1 – 3: Fort Lauderdale DAY 7: Tortola, BVI Arrive into Fort Lauderdale and make One of the most scenic islands in the your way to your hotel. With long sandy Caribbean, Tortola also has a fascinating beaches, shopping and an abundance cultural and historical side, but of restaurants and bars Fort Lauderdale snorkelling in the crystal-clear Caribbean is an ideal spot to start your Caribbean Sea and a rum tasting at Callwood Rum adventure. Relax by the pool, drink in Distillery are essential on any visit. hand, or venture farther afield to explore the Sunshine State. Hotel for 3 nights: DAY 8: Philipsburg, St. Maarten Pelican Grand Beach Resort In the 17th century, Dutch and French soldiers decided to share this little island, DAY 4: Set sail and today it remains happily split between Fort Lauderdale Board your luxury ship, the Celebrity France and the Netherlands. Cruise to St. Edge, as she sets sail this afternoon. Maarten and explore the alluring beaches Edge is a ship like no other, with a host that ring the island. At Orient Beach, DEPARTURE DATES: of facilities to ensure your days and sunbathers bask and beachcombers Thursdays, November to April evenings are pure perfection. stroll on the white sands, while divers and snorkellers explore the sunken shipwrecks THIS CRUISE TOUR INCLUDES: DAY 5: At Sea and marine life just offshore. Enjoy the onboard facilities as you cruise * 7 nights on Celebrity Edge in an inside stateroom; south. DAYS 9 & 10: At Sea upgrades available Relax at sea and enjoy the facilities * All meals on board from dinner on embarkation to DAY 6: San Juan, Puerto Rico onboard. Hulking Spanish forts with dungeons breakfast on disembarkation ripe for exploration guard the beautifully DAY 11: Fort Lauderdale * Onboard entertainment and all port taxes preserved Old City. Lose yourself in its Make your way to your hotel. * 4 nights in Fort Lauderdale warren of cobbled streets, full of cafés Hotel: Pelican Grand Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. and shady squares. Sole use on request. DAY 12: Departure Time to head home today. MEXICO, KEY WEST 12 DAYS & GRAND CAYMAN From £1,418

Mayan culture combines with Floridian sunshine and a laid back Caribbean vibe on this cruise holiday. Key West is known the world over for its stunning sunsets and charm. Contrast that with the ancient Mayan culture to be found in Costa Maya and Cozumel, not to forget the stunning beaches, and the laid back Caribbean style of Costa Maya, Mexico Georgetown and you’ve a perfect blend for your holiday in the sun.

DAYS 1 – 3: Fort Lauderdale beaches and translucent lagoons, Costa Arrive into Fort Lauderdale and make your Maya is a dream destination for outdoor way to your hotel, then relax and enjoy this recreation. You’ll find everything from Floridian resort. Perhaps laze by the pool, snorkelling to jungle treks. explore the beach or drink cocktails as the DAY 8: Cozumel, Mexico sun sets. Or maybe you’ll venture farther The ‘Island of Swallows’ is as rich in Mayan afield and explore a little of Florida. culture as in wildlife. Glass-clear waters Hotel for 3 nights: Pelican Grand Beach around coral reefs offer you a world-class Resort encounter with majestic eagle rays. DAY 4: Set Sail DAY 9: Georgetown, Grand Board your luxury ship, Celebrity Edge, Grand Cayman Cayman as she sets sail this afternoon. With a Grand Cayman’s largest island is the host of facilities and dining options, as perfect spot to soak up the sun and well as entertainment and bars, you’re unwind. At Stingray City, you can snorkel, DEPARTURE DATES: sure to have a magical time onboard. scuba dive, or handfeed friendly stingrays. Thursdays, November to April Key West, Florida DAY 5: DAY 10: At Sea Spain, Cuba and the Bahamas inform this THIS TOUR INCLUDES: Relax at sea and enjoy the facilities cultural potpourri. Snorkel at Coral Reef onboard. * 7 nights on Celebrity Edge in an inside stateroom; State Park or visit Hemingway’s house to upgrades available see descendants of his 6-toed cats. DAY 11: Fort Lauderdale * All meals on board from dinner on embarkation to Arrive back this morning and make your

DAY 6: At Sea way to your hotel for a final night. breakfast on disembarkation Enjoy the onboard facilities as you cruise Hotel: Pelican Grand * Onboard entertainment and all port taxes west. * 4 nights in Fort Lauderdale DAY 12: Departure DAY 7: Costa Maya, Mexico Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Time to head home today. Sole use on request. Best known for its tropical jungles, idyllic

17 ESCORTED TOURS

There is no better way to experience the sights and sounds of a country, to absorb its culture and learn about its history and people, than on an escorted tour. New places and experiences unfold each day and as you meet and make new friends from around the world your tour director will ensure that you see all the sights and introduce you to history and new cultures. They’ll choose the best photo stops, the best places for coffee or lunch and make sure that you have the time of your life. And from your seat high above the hedgerows there’s no chance that you’ll miss a thing along the way.

Washington, D.C.

18 19 Yellowstone National Park Mount Rushmore

9 DAYS AMERICAN PARKS TRAIL From £3,625

Delve into the National Parks of the Wild West DAY 1: Salt Lake City DAY 6: Spearfish Canyon as you make your away across a rugged land Welcome to Utah’s capital, Salt Lake Begin your day with a scenic country famous for cowboys, ranches and rodeo. You’ll City. On arrival at Salt Lake City horseback ride and explore the great International Airport, board your outdoors. Make your way to Devils come face-to-face with some monumental transfer to your hotel. Lying between Tower, an astounding geological feature figures, erupting geysers, stunning peaks and Wasatch Range and the Great Salt Lake, that protrudes from the Black Hills, and witness the wild charms of Yellowstone National this mountainous city is perfect for experience Spearfish Canyon, a favoured Park and stay in the park’s popular lodges. outdoorsy types. This evening join your spot among wildlife enthusiasts. travel director for a welcome dinner with Hotel: Spearfish Canyon Lodge wine, where you will meet your fellow DAY 7: Custer State Park DEPARTURE DATES: guests. Hotel: Little America Speak to members of the Lakota tribe as they share a fascinating live narrative of Regular departures, May to October DAY 2: Grand Teton National the Great Sioux Nation. Then join Kevin Park Costner’s Original Deadwood Tour and Take in iconic Temple Square and State hear about the days of Wild Bill Hickok THIS TOUR INCLUDES: Capitol building, before heading north and Calamity Jane. End the day in Custer * 8 nights accommodation across the Oregon Trail to historic State Park, renowned for its beautiful Jackson. Relax at Jackson Lake Lodge, landscape and abundant wildlife. * 12 meals - 8 breakfast, 4 dinners with the stunning peaks of Grand Teton Hotel for 2 nights: The State Game * Sightseeing activities as stated National Park as your backdrop. Lodge, Custer State Park * Travel by modern air-conditioned coach Hotel: Jackson Lake Lodge. DAY 8: Custer State Park * Expert travel director and Driver DAY 3: Yellowstone View Crazy Horse Memorial, dedicated * Baggage Handling – 1 bag per person Wake up to witness the striking Grand to all Native Americans, before moving * Airport transfers Tetons. Enter Yellowstone National Park, on to the iconic Mount Rushmore * Return VIP UK Airport transfers (within a 150mile known for its unique geothermal activity, National Memorial. Join your travel spectacular landscapes and abundant director and newfound friends for a radius) wildlife. celebration dinner. Hotel for 2 nights: National Park Lodges, Yellowstone. DAY 9: Depart Denver Your tour comes to an end today as you DAY 4: Yellowstone are taken to Denver Airport for your Savour the surreal surroundings of onward flight home. Yellowstone with a relaxed start. Walk among the rainbow-tinted hot springs and watch the erupting geysers as you take in the history of the park on an informative stroll with your travel director. See Old Faithful shooting water and behold the powerful roar of Lower Yellowstone Falls. DAY 5: Clearmont Set off on your travels through the stark Shoshone Canyon and Absaroka Rocky Mountains to the Wild West town of Cody. Learn about America’s great Western legends at the Buffalo Bill Centre. Dine like cowboys as you enjoy a Devils Tower ranch-style highlight dinner with wine. Hotel: Ranch at UCross, Clearmont

Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. 20 Sole use from £4,900 per person. Grand Canyon Zion National Park

ENCHANTING 7 DAYS CANYONLANDS From £2,925

Experience three esteemed national parks including DAY 1: Scottsdale DAY 5: Zion National Park a journey into the wonderous Grand Canyon on Upon arrival into Phoenix your airport Head to the sandstone cliffs of Bryce this escorted seven-day tour. From exploring transfer will whisk you to your hotel Canyon National Park in Southern Utah. in Scottsdale where you can enjoy the You’ll take a leisurely walk along Sunset the crimson landscapes and diverse scenery of facilities. This evening join your travel Point to view the great amphitheatres Monument Valley to chasing the bright lights of director and fellow travellers for a of the odd-shaped monoliths, known as Las Vegas, this all-American journey introduces welcome dinner. hoodoos, before travelling through more you to America’s West in complete style. Hotel: Hotel Valley Ho scenery to the lush cliff-and-canyon landscape of Zion National Park. A day DAY 2: Grand Canyon of sightseeing deserves some evening Travel north to the bohemian colony of festivities. Join your travel director and DEPARTURE DATES: Sedona, this spiritual town’s vortexes are new friends for a celebration dinner. rumoured to offer alternative medicines Frequent departures, year round Hotel: Zion National Park Lodge and practices. Journey on to Grand Canyon National Park, where you can DAY 6: Las Vegas take an optional, once-in-a-lifetime, Depart the tranquil ambiance of Zion THIS TOUR INCLUDES: flightseeing tour by helicopter or plane. National Park Lodge and board a private * 6 nights accommodation Join a Local Expert for an informative Zion Canyon Shuttle. Live commentary presentation about the wonders of the will take you through the scenic * 10 meals - 6 breakfast, 4 dinners Grand Canyon before ending your day highlights of the park, followed by free * Sightseeing activities as stated with an appetizing Highlight Dinner with time. Depart the natural beauty of the * Travel by modern air-conditioned coach wine in the inviting Thunderbird Room of park to arrive in the bright lights and * Expert travel director and Driver your lodge. glamour of Las Vegas. With an array of Hotel: National Park Lodges, Grand shopping malls, live shows and dining * Baggage Handling – 1 bag per person Canyon opportunities, this dazzling destination is * Airport transfers sure to entertain. * Return VIP UK Airport transfers (within a 150mile DAY 3: Lake Powell Hotel: Caesars Palace, Las Vegas Head through striking crimson radius) landscapes to the historic Cameron DAY 7: Las Vegas Trading Post where you will find Native It’s time to say goodbye to your fellow American arts and crafts. Journey on travelers as your adventure comes to through the barren beauty of the desert an end with a departure transfer to Las to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, Vegas International Airport. where you will board all-terrain vehicles to explore the valley with your Navajo guide. Stop at the Glen Canyon Dam to learn about its impact on the Colorado River before arriving at your lakefront resort. Hotel for 2 nights: Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas DAY 4: Lake Powell Start the day at leisure by enjoying your resort’s facilities. Later take a cruise through the narrow sandstone turns of Antelope Canyon, one of the top-rated highlights on the trip. End the day with a breath-taking sunset from your lake view or marina view room. Las Vegas

Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Sole use from £4,100 per person. 21 Arches National Park Bryce Canyon

15 DAYS SCENIC PARKS EXPLORER From £3,850

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Immerse yourself in the heartland of the West DAY 1: Los Angeles DAYS 9 & 10: San Francisco on this epic encounter with Hollywood’s Walk Upon arrival transfer to Beverly Hills, Head north to Northern California’s of Fame, tour the glitz and glamour of Los settle in to your hotel, meet your travel original wine country this morning, director and fellow travellers for a past Napa and on to Sonoma to visit a Angeles. Discover the splendour of Yosemite Falls, welcome reception. winery. Continue to San Francisco and sample the fine wines of Sonoma, appreciate Hotel: Beverly Hills Marriott enjoy dinner with your fellow travellers. the astounding views of the Grand Canyon and a Arise to explore San Francisco and its DAY 2: San Diego dazzling playground in the desert, Las Vegas. iconic sights, from Fisherman’s Wharf to Head to laid back San Diego and Golden Gate Park. discover Balboa Park, the old town and Hotel for 2 nights: The Clift Royal Gaslamp Quarter. Sonesta Hotel DEPARTURE DATES: Hotel: Embassy Suites San Diego Bay Monterey Selected Thursdays, April to September DAYS 11 & 12: DAY 3: Scottsdale Drive to Monterey where you’ll connect Spot the sanguaros as you traverse with locals for a be my guest dinner the great Sonoran Desert en route to using the freshest farm-to-table local THIS TOUR INCLUDES: Scottsdale. This evening is at leisure. ingredients. Admire the natural scenery Hotel: Embassy Suites Phoenix- * 13 nights accommodation as you continue the iconic 17-Mile Drive. Scottsdale The rest of the second day is free to * 19 meals - 13 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 5 dinners Grand Canyon explore Monterey’s heritage. * Sightseeing activities as stated DAY 4: Journey to Sedona - your rocky red Hotel for 2 nights: The Hotel Pacific * Travel by modern air-conditioned coach gateway to Oak Creek Canyon. Arrive at DAY 13: Santa Barbara * Expert travel director and Driver the UNESCO-listed Grand Canyon this Journey on to Santa Barbara. Discover * Baggage Handling – 1 bag per person afternoon and meet a Local Specialist to the city’s Spanish colonial heritage and * Airport transfers learn about the Canyon. perhaps visit Mission Santa Barbara. This Hotel: National Park Lodges * Return VIP UK Airport transfers (within a 150 mile evening join a Farewell Dinner. Hotel: Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront radius) DAYS 5 & 6: Las Vegas Leave the world’s largest canyon and Resort head to Las Vegas, where you’ll spend DAY 14: Depart Los Angeles two nights. Embrace fun and games in Head to iconic Hollywood, then transfer the city that never sleeps. to the Los Angeles International Airport Hotel for 2 nights: Harrahs Las Vegas where your tour comes to an end. DAY 7: Mammoth Lakes Travel through the Mojave Desert to Mammoth Lakes. The evening is at leisure. Hotel: Mammoth Mountain Inn DAY 8: Yosemite National Park Today enter UNESCO-listed Yosemite National Park. Journey through Yosemite Valley, admiring the natural wonders of Bridal Veil, Yosemite Falls and El Capitan’s granite cliffs. Hotel: BW Plus Yosemite Way Station

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Discover the mid-century architecture of “Hollywood’s DAY 1: Los Angeles DAY 10: Yosemite desert retreat” during a visit to Palm Springs and gaze Arrive into Los Angeles transfer Arise with the morning sun and join us at the majesty of the Grand Canyon. Relive American independently to the hotel to meet your for an optional seasonal scenic gondola Tour Director. ride to the summit of Mammoth and western film history, witnessing the iconic western Hotel for 2 nights: Holiday Inn Anaheim enjoy breakfast as you survey a most landscapes of Monument Valley and capture the unique stunning view of California. Next, your rock formations of Bryce Canyon National Park. DAY 2: San Diego journey today brings you to the Tioga Travel south to San Diego, the second Pass** into the scenic wonderland Enjoy leisure time for shopping, gambling, eating, or all largest city in California. Following a city of Yosemite National Park. Here, you of the above in glitzy Las Vegas and post an Instagram tour, visit picturesque Seaport Village will experience the valley floor and its of yourself at the iconic “Welcome to Las Vegas” sign. and San Diego’s relaxing bayfront splendours including the magnificent marketplace before returning to Los Traverse the lowest and driest spot in the western Bridal Falls and Yosemite Falls. Angeles. hemisphere, Death Valley National Park, then explore Overnight in nearby Sacramento. 11 day tour starts in Los Angeles today. Hotel: Courtyard my Marriott the magnificent falls during a visit to majestic Yosemite Sacramento Airport National Park. DAY 3: Phoenix Today travel through Palm Springs, with DAY 11: San Francisco Take in the sights of the City by the Bay, San Francisco, its lively downtown at the base of the Depart early this morning to arrive in including the Golden Gate Bridge, Union Square and rugged San Jacinto Mountains. A sea of San Francisco, one of the most beloved Fisherman’s Wharf and then journey through America’s wind turbines marks the entrance to this cities in America. Enjoy a comprehensive capital of technology innovation, Silicon Valley. desert oasis. Afterwards you will pass sightseeing tour before arriving at your through Indio. hotel. Experience the charming sights and sounds of Monterey Hotel: Delta Hotels Phoenix Mesa Hotel for 2 nights: Hilton San Francisco including Cannery Row, inspiration for American author Union Square DAY 4: Grand Canyon John Steinbeck then discover the picturesque scenery of Travel through the Sonoran Desert, DAY 12: San Francisco California’s central coast and its rich agricultural plains. the richest, most biologically diverse Day at leisure! Your tour director is on Enjoy a touch of Europe in the new world while visiting desert ecosystem in the Americas. hand to assist with making your plans the Danish community of Solvang. Stroll the Hollywood Continue to Sedona, a city situated in a for the day: perhaps a cable car ride unique geological area and encircled by to Fisherman’s Wharf where you may Walk of Fame and find your favourite celebrity’s star and distinctive red-rock monoliths. Then drive enjoy a “Taste of San Francisco”: local get a glimpse of all the glamour Los Angeles has to offer through Oak Creek Canyon before arriving seafood, famous sourdough breads or with stops at some of its most famous spots. at Grand Canyon National Park. Stop at decadent Ghiradelli’s Chocolate. Be sure the rim to fully experience this mile-deep to gaze across the bay to Alcatraz island THIS TOUR INCLUDES: colourful canyon’s plunging gorges. where “America’s Most Wanted” were Hotel: Yavapai West incarcerated. Or perhaps you’ll visit Napa * 10 nights accommodation (Splendours of the West) Valley. * 14 nights accommodation (Western Discovery) DAY 5: Lake Powell Enter the Navajo Indian Reservation, 11 day tour ends on check out today * Sightseeing activities as stated passing the trading post of Cameron. * Baggage handling - 1 bag per person DAY 13: Central Coast Continue through the Painted Desert Depart San Francisco this morning for * Travel by luxury coach and the region of Monument Valley. In the drive to the Monterey Peninsula, * Professional tour manager the afternoon, enter the town of Page, known for its magnificent homes situated on a mesa above the Colorado and lovely beaches. In Monterey, visit DEPARTURE DATES: River. Fisherman’s Wharf and famous Cannery Hotel: Best Western Lake Powell Row before touring Carmel-by-the-Sea. Western Discovery (15 day tour): Regular Thursday In the afternoon continue through Paso departures, year round DAY 6: Bryce Canyon Robles, home of fine wineries. Overnight Splendours of the West (11 day tour): Regular Friday Visit the mighty Glen Canyon Dam, from in a quaint Central California Coast town. departures, year round here you’ll enjoy views of stunning Lake Powell, where crystal blue water laps Hotel: Holiday Inn Santa Maria against towering red-rock canyon walls. DAY 14: Los Angeles Enter Utah, pass through the town of Journey south through the Santa Ynez Kanab before visiting spectacular Bryce Valley into Santa Barbara. Upon arrival Canyon. Enjoy some evening star gazing. in Los Angeles, you’ll stop in Santa Hotel: Ruby’s Inn Monica, home to the “Finish Line” of DAY 7: Las Vegas Historic Route 66, where you may enjoy Travel today to Zion National Park and an optional lunch on the pier or a beach see the massive rock formations carved bike ride. Your afternoon tour continues by wind, time, and the Virgin River. This with Beverly Hills and Hollywood before afternoon experience the contrast of arriving at your hotel. Las Vegas, the dazzling “Entertainment Hotel: Hilton Los Angeles Airport Capital of the World”. DAY 15: Los Angeles Hotel for 2 nights: Luxor Las Vegas Your tour ends upon check out from DAY 8: Las Vegas your hotel, make your way to the airport Today is at leisure for you to enjoy the for your onward flight. many attractions of Las Vegas. **During winter the Tioga Pass may DAY 9: Mammoth Lakes** be closed due to weather or road Enter the quiet and extreme conditions, in which case you will environment of Death Valley. Stop at overnight in Fresno and a visit to Zabriskie Point and Furnace Creek Mammoth Lakes will not be possible Ranch/ Visitors Centre before continuing (winter routing applies to all departures across the valley and ascending the between October and May under normal Sierra Nevada Mountains to the alpine snow conditions). resort town of Mammoth Lakes. Hotel: Mammoth Mountain Inn or Piccadilly inn Fresno

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Take a journey through the picturesque Palm Springs DAY 1: Los Angeles DAY 6: Las Vegas before exploring a natural wonder of the world in Arrive into Los Angeles and make your Travel today to Zion National Park and the Grand Canyon National Park. For all of natures own way to your hotel. see the massive rock formations carved Hotel: Holiday Inn Anaheim by wind, time, and the Virgin River. highlights be inspired by the sights in Monument Valley This afternoon experience the contrast and Bryce Canyon National Park or soak up the bright DAY 2: Phoenix of Las Vegas, Nevada; the dazzling lights and excitement of the Fabulous Las Vegas. Your journey begins with a visit to Palm “Entertainment Capital of the World,” Springs, the winter playground for where round-the-clock shopping, nightly Hollywood royalty at the base of the shows, and, of course, gambling are rugged San Jacinto Mountains. Continue available. through Indio to Phoenix. Hotel for 2 nights: Luxor Las Vegas DEPARTURE DATES: Hotel: Delta Hotels Phoenix Mesa

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Explore the bright lights of fabulous Las Vegas, DAY 1: San Francisco DAYS 8 - 10: Los Angeles witness the beauty and natural wonder of the Grand Arrive in San Francisco and make your Travel through the Coachella Valley on Canyon and Yosemite National Park. Discover the way to your hotel. your way to Los Angeles for a three Hotel for 3 nights: Parc 55 night stay. On day 9 enjoy a guided tour diverse cities of San Francisco and Los Angeles. that takes in Santa Monica, glamourous Finish off your trip with five nights to soak up the DAYS 2 & 3: San Francisco Hollywood and posh Beverley Hills. The Island adventures and sunshine in beautiful Hawaii. This morning enjoy a city tour. See rest of your time in the City of Angels is Union Square, the Civic Centre and free to explore on your own. Fisherman’s Wharf. Enjoy spectacular Hotel for 3 nights: Crowne Plaza LA view from the top of Twin Peaks to see Harbour why many consider San Francisco the DEPARTURE DATES: most beautiful city in America. Enjoy DAYS 11 - 15: Hawaii the afternoon and day three at leisure in Make your way to the airport and fly Friday departures, April to October “the City by the Bay”. Perhaps a cable to Hawaii for five days of relaxation in car ride to Fisherman’s Wharf, a cruise the land of Aloha. Whether you go off across the bay to Alcatraz Island or visit the beaten path to explore, or simply THIS TOUR INCLUDES: Union Square for shopping. lay by the ocean or pool to soak up * 15 nights accommodation the sun, this is sure to be one of the DAY 4: Yosemite National Park most memorable parts of your journey. * Sightseeing activities as stated Known for its magnificent waterfalls, Choose between Waikiki on the island of * Travel by luxury coach granite peaks and remarkable wildlife, Oahu, or Lahaina on the island of Maui. * Baggage Handling – 1 bag per person Yosemite is one of America’s favourite Hotel for 5 nights: OHANA Waikiki East National Parks. Enjoy the spectacular * Professional Tour Manager; 24 hour support in Hawaii or Ka’anapali Beach Resort scenery on the valley floor before continuing to nearby Fresno. DAY 16: Departure Hotel: Piccadilly Inn, Shaw Make you way to the airport for your return flight to the mainland. DAY 5: Las Vegas Travel through the Mojave Desert on Los Angeles – Hawaii flight is not your way to Sin City, Las Vegas. included Hotel for 3 nights: Luxor Las Vegas DAY 6: Grand Canyon This morning leave Las Vegas for an included day trip to the Grand Canyon. First stop is the majestic Hoover Dam and Lake Mead before continuing on to the Grand Canyon. At the Grand Canyon, you will have time to explore the views on your own and if you choose, join an optional helicopter trip over the canyon, a rafting trip on the Colorado, or walk on the Skywalk platform. DAY 7: Las Vegas A free day to enjoy the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas or maybe take an optional trip to Zion National Park.

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Cross the vast lands of the America from east coast DAY 1: New York DAY 12: Salt Lake City to west coast. Explore the birthplace of America visit Arrive in New York City and transfer Travel through Grand Teton National the liberty bell and the nations capital in Washington independently to your hotel. Park. Visit the Snake River Outlook and Hotel: The Lexington Hotel try your eye at capturing the stunning D.C. Stroll through National Mall to witness its famous landscape made famous by Ansel memorials, experience the most famous battle site in DAY 2: Washington, D.C. Adam’s iconic shot. Later, arrive in Utah, the American Civil War at Gettysburg. See the famous Depart for Philadelphia, spend the day known for the Mormon Community, and seeing sights of the city. Then continue Mount Rushmore and its face carvings. Drive along take a short tour of its capital, Salt Lake to the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C. the famous Route 66, take in the natural sights and City. Visit famed Temple Square before Hotel for 2 nights: Marriott Wardman Park arriving at your hotel for the evening. array of landscapes in the worlds first national park DAY 3: Washington, D.C. Hotel: Little America Hotel in Yellowstone and explore Bryce Canyon National Enjoy a city tour. Spend the remainder Park. For an urban experience tour the sights of Salt DAY 13: Bryce Canyon of the day exploring some of the many Continue today to spectacular Bryce Lake City, Los Angeles and of course lose yourself museums comprising the Smithsonian Canyon, where a tour through a multi- in the bright lights of the fabulous Las Vegas. Institute or simply stroll the banks of the coloured world of sandstone spires and Potomac River. pinnacles, “hoodoos”, will dazzle the eye. DAY 4: Niagara Falls, Canada This evening, weather permitting, star Today, visit Gettysburg National Military gaze upon the spectacular night sky. THIS TOUR INCLUDES: Park, site of one of the most decisive Hotel: Bryce View Lodge * 16 nights accommodation (New York to Hollywood) battles during the American Civil War. DAY 14: Flagstaff * 19 nights accommodation (Great American Crossing) Then travel through upstate New York to Journey to stunning Lake Powell. Then Buffalo and finally cross the international * Sightseeing activities as stated visit colossal Grand Canyon National border into Canada. Park. Overnight in Flagstaff, a famed * Welcome drink Hotel: Best Western Cairn Croft stop on Historic Route 66. * Baggage handling - 1 bag per person DAY 5: Detroit Hotel: Days Hotel Flagstaff * Travel by luxury coach Spend the morning sightseeing at Las Vegas * Professional tour manager DAY 15: Niagara Falls. In the late afternoon, return Depart Flagstaff to Las Vegas, along to the United States, crossing the border the way pass through Seligman, a town and continuing to your hotel in a suburb built along the famed Route 66. The of Detroit, known as “Motor City USA”. remainder of the day is at leisure. Hotel: Best Western Greenfield Inn Hotel: Luxor Las Vegas DAY 6: Chicago DAY 16: Los Angeles This morning visit the Rouge Factory Travel to Los Angeles through the followed by the Henry Ford Museum, Mojave Desert, where clusters of unique later visit the nearby Ford plant. Then Joshua trees dot the mountainous travel to Chicago. landscape. Enjoy a Los Angeles city tour. Hotel for 2 nights: Best Western Grant Hotel for 2 nights: Crowne Plaza Los Park / Inn of Chicago Angeles Airport DAY 7: Chicago DAY 17: Los Angeles Today enjoy a short tour of the city’s Today we suggest an optional full-day DEPARTURE DATES: highlights including Lake Shore Drive, tour visiting the world’s largest movie the Magnificent Mile and Navy Pier. The studio and theme park: Universal Selected Mondays, May to September rest of the day is at leisure. Studios. Get an inside look at the sets DAY 8: Sioux City and uncover behind the scenes secrets Travel through Midwest farm country and of legendary films or perhaps, for the cross the mighty Mississippi River into the more adventurous, take one of the state of Iowa; overnight in Sioux City. Studios’ feature rides. Hotel: Best Western Plus Ramkota Hotel New York to Hollywood (17 days) ends DAY 9: Rapid City on checkout today Travel westward through the grasslands of South Dakota and onwards to DAY 18: Central Coast Badlands National Park. Then continue Travel north through one of California’s to the Black Hills, sacred to the Plains favourite vacation spots, Santa Barbara, Indians and home to Mount Rushmore. where palm-lined walkways border white Hotel: Baymont by Wyndham Keystone sandy beaches. Hotel: Holiday Inn Santa Maria DAY 10: Cody Enter the state of Wyoming, which has DAY 19: San Francisco twelve mountain ranges intermixed Today we make our way north to with deserts and rolling grasslands Carmel, enjoy browsing the shops and and continue to Cody for the night. If galleries of this famous artists’ colony. overnight in Cody is not possible due Traveling further north, visit Monterey’s to weather overnight will be in Billings Old Fisherman’s Wharf. In the afternoon Livingston, Montana. pass the fertile valleys of Castroville and Hotel: Buffalo Bill Village Santa Clara en route to San Francisco. Hotel: Hotel Carlton DAY 11: Yellowstone National Park Drive past the mountains in Wyoming DAY 20: San Francisco to Yellowstone, America’s first National Transfer independently to the airport for Park, and enjoy a sightseeing tour. your return flight. Highlights will include Yellowstone Lake, Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone Canyon’s majestic falls, and the beautiful Hayden Valley. Hotel: Grey Wolf Inn

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Immerse yourself in American history on this DAYS 1 & 2: Washington D.C. DAY 6: Gettysburg Regional Explorer trip from Washington D.C. to Transfer to your hotel then this evening Journey through the rolling hills of the Philadelphia. Explore a New World and young attend a welcome reception. Awaken Shenandoah National Park on the way to visit the White House, striking to Gettysburg, where you’ll delve into nation on this journey including Capitol Hill and Washington Monument and National the devastation of a four-year civil war the home of George Washington, to the bloody Mall, stretching from the Lincoln pitting North against South. Explore battlefields of Gettysburg as you delve into Memorial to the Capitol building. Reflect the Gettysburg National Military Park many historic sites on this educational tour. on the country’s darkest days at the Museum and Visitor Center. Lincoln Memorial and somber memorials Hotel: Wyndham Gettysburg to World War II and the Vietnam War. Hotel for 2 nights: Renaissance DAY 7: Philadelphia DEPARTURE DATES: Washington, D.C. Downtown Today join a Local Specialist who will bring to life the events at Gettysburg Selected Saturdays, May to September DAY 3: Williamsburg which turned the tide in the Civil Tread in the footsteps of America’s first War. Just four months later, the president, visiting Mount Vernon, the battlefield served as the backdrop THIS TOUR INCLUDES: former home of George Washington for Abraham Lincoln’s call for “a * 7 nights accommodation then explore the Yorktown Victory new birth of freedom” in his famed Centre. Continue to Williamsburg, Gettysburg Address. You’ll journey to * 12 meals - 7 breakfasts, 4 dinners and 1 lunch founded in 1638 as Middle Plantation, site of the signing of the Declaration of * Sightseeing activities as stated and the former capital of the Independence next. * Travel by modern air-conditioned coach Commonwealth of Virginia. Hotel: Hilton at Penns Landing * Expert travel director and Driver Hotel for 2 nights: Hilton Garden Inn Williamsburg DAY 8: Washington D.C. * Baggage Handling – 1 bag per person Gain insights into the history of the U.S. * Return UK home to airport transfer (within a 150 DAY 4: Colonial Williamsburg Constitution and the effect it has had miles radius) This morning, venture to Jamestown, around the world during this morning’s the first permanent English settlement tour through Philadelphia. The final stop in America. Spend the rest of the day on your journey is Washington, D.C., in Colonial Williamsburg. Later, meet where your tour comes to an end at the Sylvia Tabb-Lee who will bring America’s airport. slavery history to life. DAY 5: Charlottesville Visit St. John’s Church in Richmond, Virginia—the very spot where George Washington and Thomas Jefferson were inspired by Patrick Henry’s fiery “Give me liberty or give me death” speech. Continue to Charlottesville and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Then, visit Monticello, the neoclassical Italian estate where Jefferson once sought a quieter existence. The rest of your day is free. Hotel: Omni Charlottesville

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Discover Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts and DAY 1: Boston DAY 6: Bar Harbor New Hampshire on this picturesque tour. Be Self-transfer to your hotel, the rest of the Continue through the lush pine forests, sure to have your camera ready and as autumn day is at leisure. This evening, meet your highlands and river valleys to Bar Harbor travel director and fellow travellers for a on Mount Desert Island your final arrives, admire the fiery red, orange and yellow welcome reception. destination for the day. This evening, flames of fall foliage on this scenic road trip. Hotel: Boston Park Plaza enjoy a traditional lobster dinner. Hotel for 2 nights: Bar Harbor Regency DAY 2: Pittsfield Explore Boston’s historic sites, and DAY 7: Acadia National Park walk part of the Freedom Trail. Stop at Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Lexington and Concord, where “the shot Park is the highest point along DEPARTURE DATES: heard round the world” was fired. This the Atlantic Seaboard. Admire the afternoon follow the Mohawk Trail on magnificent view over the Schoodic Daily, mid September to mid October your way to Pittsfield. Peninsula. Return to Bar Harbor for an Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn Lenox/Pittsfield afternoon at leisure. THIS TOUR INCLUDES: DAY 3: Burlington DAY 8: Portsmouth Drive to the historic wool mill in The intense hues of New England’s * 8 nights accommodation Quechee. Watch craftsmen create the forests and mountains linger as you * 13 meals - 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 4 dinners delicate glassware that has made Simon journey south past the rocky beaches * Sightseeing activities as stated Pearce glassblowing workshop famous, and cliffs of Maine’s rugged coast. Travel * Travel by modern air-conditioned coach then savour a regional lunch. After a stop south to the mouth of the Piscataqua in the historic farming community of River and the historic seaport city of * Expert travel director and Driver Woodstock, continue to your hotel. Portsmouth, one of the oldest cities in * Baggage Handling – 1 bag per person Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn Burlington the United States. This evening, enjoy a * Return UK home to airport transfer (within a 150 Downtown Farewell Dinner. Hotel: Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside miles radius) DAY 4: North Conway Delight in a visit to Ben and Jerry’s Ice DAY 9: Boston Cream Factory today, sample some of You’ll return to Boston and transfer to their uniquely named flavours. Venture Boston Logan International Airport. into New Hampshire, the Presidential Range of the White Mountains and Bretton Woods for a stunning glimpse of Mount Washington; continue to North Conway. Later, get acquainted with the local flora and fauna during an engaging talk by a Local Specialist, followed by dinner at your hotel. Hotel for 2 nights: Red Jacket Mountain View Resort DAY 5: Kancamagus Excursion Journey along “The Kanc”, an American Scenic Byway that cuts through the White Mountain National Forest and provides exquisite views of the White Mountains and Rocky Gorge. But the star of the show is undoubtedly the glowing fall display that dots scenic New England. Vermont in fall Spend your afternoon at leisure.

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New England holds some of America’s most important DAY 1: Boston DAY 8: Martha’s Vineyard history and some of the most spectacular scenery On arrival at Boston Airport, transfer A short 45-minute ferry ride from Cape in the country. On this tour experience that and independently to your hotel. Cod, Martha’s Vineyard is the jewel of Hotel: The Midtown Hotel New England. Spread over 100 square more with visits to Boston, quaint Bar Harbor, the miles are six towns, each with its own affluent town of Newport and the jewel of New DAY 2: Portland proud history and unique character, England, Martha’s Vineyard just to name a few. Your first stop today is Salem, site of historic sea captains’ homes, charming the infamous 17th century witch trials. gingerbread cottages, a quaint fishing Continuing along the coast stop to gaze village, majestic lighthouses and the at Cape Neddick “Nubble” Lighthouse, nation’s oldest operating carousel. next stop will be Kennebunkport. DEPARTURE DATES: It is home to the palatial summer DAY 9: Boston estates of prominent politicians. From Today visit Plymouth and see Plymouth Thursdays, September to mid October Kennebunkport, it’s on to Portland. Rock, where according to tradition Hotel: Best Western Merry Manor Inn the passengers of the Mayflower first set foot in the “New World,” and enjoy THIS TOUR INCLUDES: DAY 3: Bar Harbor views of Plymouth Harbour. In Boston, Jagged coastline, rocky beaches and * 9 nights accommodation retrace the steps of the Freedom Trail quaint villages make up the scenery as which may include the Boston Common, * Travel by modern air-conditioned coach you travel north to Bar Harbor, known for King’s Chapel, the Boston Massacre site, * Sightseeing activities as stated its beauty and famous Maine lobsters. and numerous taverns where America’s * Professional tour director Hotel: Wonderview Inn / Acadia Inn Founding Fathers toasted freedom. * Baggage Handling – 1 bag per person DAY 4: White Mountains Hotel: Four Points by Sheraton Boston Your journey today takes you inland Airport towards the spectacular scenery of the DAY 10: Boston White Mountains. Transfer independently to the airport for Hotel: The Lodge at Bretton Woods your onward flight. DAY 5: Green Mountains Today, traverse the White Mountains that divide the states of New Hampshire and Vermont to Stowe, a classic 200-year- old village nestled beside Vermont’s highest peak, Mt. Mansfield. Continue through to Vermont’s Green Mountains. Hotel: Best Western Rutland DAY 6: Newport Leaving Vermont, you’ll enter the smallest state in the Union, Rhode Island. Newport is considered a shining gem in the coastal crown of New England. Hotel: Wyndham Newport DAY 7: Cape Cod From Newport, you’ll continue to the unspoiled natural beauty of Cape Cod where picturesque beaches with high sand dunes, never-ending sea, lighthouses rising along the coast, and Newport gorgeous sunsets await. Hotel for 2 nights: Cape Codder

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Discover the bright lights of New York city, see the DAY 1: New York DAY 6: Washington D.C. mighty Niagara Falls and indulge in some locally Arrive in New York and transfer Enjoy a tour of the National’s Capitol produced wine tasting, visit Amish Country in independently to your hotel, where you with such highlights as the Washington will meet your Tour Director. Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, the Pennsylvania and learn about American politics and Hotel for 2 nights: Fifty NYC White House and Arlington National history with stays in Washington D.C. and Philadelphia; Cemetery, site of the JFK Memorial. explore these great eastern cities first-hand. DAY 2: New York Spend the remainder of the day Enjoy a morning city tour of New York exploring some of the many museums The rest of today is at leisure. Your Tour comprising the Smithsonian Institute or Director will assist you in making plans. simply stroll the banks of the Potomac DEPARTURE DATES: DAY 3: Niagara Falls River. Today, drive across New York state Regular departures, April to September DAY 7: Philadelphia towards the Canadian border, arriving at This morning, continue our journey to the breath-taking Niagara Falls. Indulge Philadelphia, the “City of Brotherly Love” in a spot of wine-tasting at Watkins Glen, and the birthplace of America, where THIS TOUR INCLUDES: on the shores of Lake Seneca. Spend the the Declaration of Independence was evening at the romantic Niagara Falls. * 7 nights accommodation adopted on July 4, 1776. Here you will Hotel: Best Western Cairn Croft see Independence Hall and the Liberty * Sightseeing activities as stated Amish Country Bell on a comprehensive city tour. * Professional tour director DAY 4: This morning you will have time to Hotel: Philadelphia 201 Hotel * Travel by modern air-conditioned coach explore the Falls. Perhaps take a ride DAY 8: New York * Baggage Handling – 1 bag per person aboard Hornblower Cruises along the Check out of your hotel this morning base of the falls followed by lunch and return back to New York City where overlooking the falls (optional), or stroll you will be dropped off at the airport for along Table Rock to view the thundering your return flight home. waters of the Horseshoe Falls. Depart Niagara and travel into Pennsylvania Dutch country, also known as Amish Country, for your overnight stay. Hotel: Surestay Collection by Best Western Genetti Hotel DAY 5: Washington D.C. This morning travel through the Appalachian Mountains along the picturesque Susquehanna River, the longest river on the American East Coast. Visit the historic Gettysburg Civil War National Battleground, site of the largest battle ever fought on American soil, and the place where President Lincoln gave his famous address in 1863. From here, you will journey to the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C. Hotel for 2 nights: Washington Marriott Wardman Park

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This trip combines amazing experiences and DAY 1: New York DAY 7: Amish Country spectacular vistas as you explore the very best Arrive in New York City and transfer Today ride through the rolling of eastern USA and Canada. Walk amongst the independently to your hotel, the rest of farmland of upstate New York and the day is at leisure. This evening, meet enter Pennsylvania. This afternoon, skyscrapers in New York, witness thundering your Tour Director and fellow travellers. visit the historic Gettysburg Civil War Niagara Falls, tour America’s capital Washington Hotel: The Dylan Hotel National Battleground. Travel to South D.C., step back in time with a stay in Amish Pennsylvania for overnight. DAY 2: Boston Country and more on this escorted tour. Hotel: Wyndham Garden York Depart New York for historic New England. Travel along the Long Island DAYS 8 & 9: Washington D.C. Sound and through the leafy states Travel through rural countryside to DEPARTURE DATES: of Connecticut and Rhode Island to Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Visit an Massachusetts and historic Boston. Enjoy Amish Museum before continuing to the Frequent departures, April to September a walking tour along the Freedom Trail. nation’s capital, Washington, D.C. Enjoy Hotel: Courtyard by Marriott Boston your evening at leisure. On the next Brookline day enjoy a tour of the city with such THIS TOUR INCLUDES: highlights as the Washington Monument, DAY 3: Québec City * 10 nights accommodation the Lincoln Memorial, the White House This morning travel through the rural and Arlington National Cemetery, site of * Sightseeing activities as stated New England states of New Hampshire the JFK Memorial. Spend the remainder * Travel by modern air-conditioned coach and Vermont on your way to Canada. of the day exploring at leisure. * Expert travel director and Driver You’ll cross the international border to Hotel for 2 nights: Washington Hilton enter the Canadian province of Québec. * Baggage Handling – 1 bag per person Enjoy your evening at leisure in Québec DAY 10: New York * Airport transfers City. Today, drive to New York via Hotel: Hotel Universel Philadelphia, the “City of Brotherly Love”. Explore Philadelphia at your DAY 4: Montréal leisure. Continue to New York. Begin the day with a tour of Québec Hotel: The Dylan City, before departing to Montréal. Upon arrival, go on a tour of Old Montréal, the DAY 11: New York area known as the “Vieux Port,” enjoy You tour ends today upon check out of your evening at leisure. your hotel. Transfer independently to the Hotel: Gouverneur Hotel Place Dupuis airport for your return flight. DAY 5: Toronto Depart Montréal for the capital of Canada, Ottawa. In the afternoon, continue along the 1,000 Islands Parkway to Toronto, located on the shore of Lake Ontario. Vibrant, exciting, multi- cultural and full of contrasts. Hotel: Bond Place Hotel DAY 6: Niagara Falls Begin the day with a drive through Toronto’s impressive collection of modern skyscrapers, continue along Lake Ontario, crossing the Welland Canal, before arriving at Niagara Falls, where you will be amazed at this natural Niagara Falls wonder. Hotel: Best Western Cairn Croft Inn

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Journey from New York, through Eastern Canada and DAY 1: New York DAY 10: Roanoke the music cities to the warm beaches of Miami on this Arrive in New York City and transfer Depart this morning for Williamsburg, three week exploration of North America’s eastern independently to your hotel where you Virginia’s colonial capital. Walk along will meet with your Tour Director. the Duke of Gloucester Street to visit states and provinces. Hotel: The Dylan Hotel some of the impressive public buildings, Retrace the start of the American Revolution by colonial houses and the college of DAY 2: Boston experiencing Boston’s historic Freedom Trail before William and Mary. (admissions not Depart New York for historic New included). travelling through Vermont and New Hampshire, visiting England. Travel along the Long Island Hotel: Holiday Inn Tanglewood quintessential New England towns. Tour the UNESCO Sound to Boston. Enjoy a walking world heritage sites of Old and New Quebec City and tour along the Freedom Trail and the DAY 11: Gatlinburg cobblestone streets of Beacon Hill, Travel along portions of Blue Ridge feel the mists while taking in the natural wonder of steeped in history, which contains Parkway before an afternoon arrival in Niagara Falls. one of the city’s most beautiful Gatlinburg, the heart of Tennessee. Walk the hallowed grounds of Gettysburg, the most neighbourhoods. Hotel: Edgewater Hotel & Conference Hotel: Courtyard by Marriott Boston Center decisive battle the American Civil War and get an Brookline up-close taste of Amish culture at a traditional DAY 12: Nashville farmhouse museum in Pennsylvania Dutch Country. DAY 3: Québec City Enjoy the breathtaking scenery as you This morning travel through the rural visit Great Smoky Mountains National See the seat of power of American Government with New England states of New Hampshire Park. Continue through Knoxville to a grand city tour of Washington, D.C. and troll the and Vermont on your way to Canada. Nashville. National Mall witnessing its iconic Monuments and You’ll cross the international border to Hotel: Inn at Opryland Memorials. enter the Canadian province of Québec. Hotel: Hotel Universel DAY 13: Memphis Drive along picturesque byways crossing the Great Travel across the countryside and arrive Smokey Mountains then go Honky Tonkin’ and enjoy DAY 4: Montréal in Memphis, the city known for blues Begin the day with a tour of Québec music, cotton and home of Sun Records. American music during a tour of Nashville. Take in more City, the French capital of the province Take a city tour including Beale Street, American music culture walking down Beale Street in and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You the heart of the blues music scene. Memphis, home of the Blues, before you get a hands-on may want to enjoy a delicious pastry, Hotel: Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown taste of Southern charm of the American South at the baguette or candy treat or, if time allows, may we suggest a visit to Rue du Tresor DAYS 14 & 15: New Orleans Bellingrath Estate and the Bayou Boardwalk. before departing to Montréal. Upon Today’s tour takes you to Mississippi, Dip your toes in the crystal clear and warm waters of arrival, go on a tour of Old Montréal, the the Magnolia State. Pass through Jackson, the state capital, and continue the Gulf of Mexico in Pensacola in the Sunshine State area known as the “Vieux Port”. Hotel: Gouverneur Hotel Place Dupuis to Louisiana and New Orleans. Tonight, before relaxing in the holiday playground of Orlando, perhaps immerse yourself in Creole then witness first-hand the ingenuity of the American DAY 5: Toronto culture on board an authentic Mississippi space programme at the Kennedy Space Centre. Depart Montréal for the capital of Riverboat dinner cruise and enjoy Canada, Ottawa. In the afternoon, the rhythms of a Dixieland jazz band continue along the 1,000 Islands (optional). Day 15 is at leisure to take in Parkway to the largest English-speaking the French flavour and grandeur of New city in Canada, Toronto, located on the Orleans. shore of Lake Ontario. Hotel for 2 nights: Hilton New Orleans THIS TOUR INCLUDES: Hotel: Bond Place Hotel Riverside * 19 nights accommodation DAY 6: Niagara Falls DAY 16: Pensacola * Sightseeing activities as stated Begin the day with a drive through Travel along the Mississippi Gulf Coast * Travel by modern air-conditioned coach Toronto’s impressive collection of through Mobile, Alabama to the city of * Expert travel director and Driver modern skyscrapers. Continue along Pensacola. Visit one of the top 10 rose Lake Ontario, crossing the Welland gardens in America at the Bellingrath * Baggage Handling – 1 bag per person Canal, before arriving at Niagara Falls, Home (admission included). DEPARTURE DATES: where you will be amazed at this natural Hotel: Courtyard by Marriott / Hampton wonder. Inn Regular departures, April to September Hotel: Best Western Cairn Croft Inn DAYS 17 & 18: Orlando DAY 7: Amish Country Travel along the Florida panhandle to Today ride through the rolling farmland Ocala, known for thoroughbred horse of upstate New York, known as the ranches. Continue through central Finger Lakes Region, and enter the Florida, heart of America’s citrus Keystone State of Pennsylvania. This industry, and on to Orlando, America’s afternoon visit the historic Gettysburg family playground. Day 18 is at leisure. Civil War National Battleground, Revitalize by the pool or visit one of site of the largest battle ever fought Orlando’s attractions such as Disney on American soil. Travel along the World, Sea World, or Universal Studios Susquehanna River to Amish Country. (admissions not included). Hotel: Wyndham Garden York Hotel for 2 nights: Grand Hotel Celebration DAYS 8 & 9: Washington, D.C. Travel through rural countryside to DAY 19: Miami Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Visit an Visit Kennedy Space Center, home of Amish Museum and see their 300-year- America’s space program (admission old tradition of simple living (admission included). Continue to the cultural included). In the afternoon, continue to melting pot of vibrant Miami Beach. the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C. Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn Miami South Enjoy a city tour with such highlights Beach as the U.S. Capitol Building, the F.B.I. Building, Lincoln Memorial and the White DAY 20: Miami House. Enjoy the evening at leisure. Transfer independently to the airport for Hotel for 2 nights: Washington Hilton your return flight.

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Driving in America is easy; wide open roads and easy-to-drive cars make your driving experience a pleasurable one. With a car and hotels included, each of our routes has been planned to include all the main attractions of the area, distances have been well thought out, and they all allow ample time for sightseeing en-route. You’ll find a selection of self-drive itineraries covering the most popular of America’s 50 states, but if you’re a free spirit and prefer to take to the open road with not much pre-planned, or our pre planned routes aren’t quite what you want, we can offer something for you too - just let us know.

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15 DAYS WESTERN IMPRESSIONS From £1,545

Explore the glamourous Los Angeles with its DAYS 1 & 2: Los Angeles DAY 10: Modesto/El Portal Hollywood attractions, warm up in Palm Springs and Arrive and collect your rental car then (256 miles) drive to the Famous Grand Canyon. Las Vegas will check in to your hotel. On the next The Yosemite Valley with its steep, high day, explore the famed areas of Los granite rocks, spectacular waterfalls, entice you with its one of a kind shows, then take a Angeles, from Downtown to glamorous quiet mountain lakes and picturesque deep drive into Death Valley on route to Yosemite Hollywood with its Walk of Fame, mountain areas is a most beautiful National Park as nature displays its beauty from Beverly Hills and the houses of the stars National Park you will enjoy visiting. to Santa Monica, Venice and Malibu. every perspective. San Francisco will impress you DAYS 11 & 12: San Francisco with its rolling hills and steep picturesque streets. DAY 3: Palm Springs (125 miles) (100 miles) You leave the boisterous city of L.A. and You may want to explore this beautiful DEPARTURE DATES: drive to Palm Springs, which stretches in city by cable car or on foot, walking from a dry, hot desert valley. A gondola ride Fisherman’s Wharf to Union Square with Daily, year round up Mt. San Jacinto offers great views of all the highlights on the way. Explore the surrounding area. this city and cross over the Golden Gate Bridge or spend time tasting California THIS TOUR INCLUDES: DAY 4: Williams (406 miles) grown wines in Napa Valley. Head to the town of Williams through * 14 nights accommodation the Indian reservation of the Hualapai. DAY 13: Carmel (262 miles) * 15 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire with Historic Monterey and lovely Carmel, Lake Powell (150 miles) unlimited mileage and extra driver DAY 5: both enjoy a great location and are You will be in awe of the overwhelming * Comprehensive Document Kit worth a visit. The famous Cannery Row landscape of the Grand Canyon. Lake with its former canning factories and Powell is another highlight of your trip. Carmel with its mission, art galleries and The red rocks provide an impressive lovely boutiques will impress you. contrast to the blue water. DAY 14: Los Angeles (231 miles) DAY 6: Bryce Canyon (162 miles) Continue to Santa Barbara, a beautiful The park includes some of the Earth’s city with a strong Hispanic background, most colourful rocks, which have been of which the highlights are well worth a sculpted by erosion into pillars and other visit. Continue to Los Angeles. fantastic forms. DAY 15: Los Angeles DAY 7: St. George/Springdale Your trip ends with the rental car return (134 miles) and flight home. Zion National Park offers you many hiking possibilities. See its desert terrain and huge sculpted rock formations, which coexist with hanging gardens. DAY 8: Las Vegas (125 miles) Las Vegas is unique in the world in the middle of the desert. The high luxury hotels with all their glitter, their famous casinos and world known shows create a world of fantasy and unreal imagination. DAY 9: Visalia (442 miles) The drive through Death Valley, the lowest point of the Western Hemisphere, almost 90 metres below sea level, is quite an experience. Continue through Yosemite National Park fertile farmland to Visalia.

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Explore the unique city highlights of San Francisco, DAYS 1 & 2: San Francisco DAY 9: Grand Canyon (110 miles) Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Cascade the silvery Arrive at San Francisco International This morning a short drive takes you waters of Yosemite and Bridalveil Falls, stop and Airport, pick up your car and check into to Oak Creek Canyon and Flagstaff. your hotel. Enjoy a wonderful day touring Then arrive at the extraordinary Grand appreciate nature’s wonder of the break taking the city and seeing places like Fisherman’s Canyon. You have the day to experience Grand Canyon. At Zabriskie Point you can admire Wharf, where you can take a short boat this awesome work of nature. the view of the seemingly endless Death Valley, trip to tour the infamous Alcatraz Island. DAYS 10 & 11: Las Vegas the panoramic views on this drive seem endless. DAY 3: Monterey / Carmel (290 miles) (130 miles) Today, drive the Historic Route 66 to Drive this morning via Castroville to one of the world’s greatest man-made DEPARTURE DATES: Monterey. Visit Cannery Row and the structures, Hoover Dam, which marks the quaint village of Carmel. Enjoy stunning border between Arizona and Nevada. Daily, year round views of the rugged coastline, then Continue to Las Vegas and spend a day continue to your hotel for your overnight exploring the glittering “Entertainment stay. Capital of the World”. THIS TOUR INCLUDES: DAYS 4 & 5: Los Angeles DAY 12: Death Valley (140 miles) * 14 nights accommodation (340 miles) Drive across the Amargosa Desert to * 15 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire with Today drive along the Pacific Coast Death Valley National Park. This evening unlimited mileage and extra driver Highway to Santa Barbara. Continue head outside for some of the best * Comprehensive Document Kit toward the cosmopolitan city of Los stargazing in the world. Angeles and your hotel. You are spoilt for choice with many attractions DAY 13: Yosemite (350 miles) available to spend your time in the city Today the drive takes you into the high of angels. Sierra Nevada Mountains via Bishop to Tioga Pass and Yosemite, one of DAY 6: Palm Springs (120 miles) America’s most scenic national parks. Today head for Palm Springs, known for its golf courses, palm trees, and lavish DAYS 14 & 15: San Francisco private homes. Enjoy a desert sunset by (210 miles) the pool of your hotel. From Yosemite, take a drive west across the state of California and return to San DAY 7: Phoenix / Scottsdale Francisco. Return your car at the airport (280 miles) before your departure flight. There is time this morning to shop in the exclusive boutiques and shops of Palm Springs before driving to Scottsdale and Phoenix. Phoenix is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States, mainly due to the dry climate and many days of sunshine. DAY 8: Sedona (130 miles) You will have an opportunity for plenty of sightseeing today as you visit the ancient cliff dwellings known as Montezuma Castle. Then continue to the idyllic town of Sedona. Nestled among red sandstone buttes and pinnacles, this is a spiritual place and sure to be a Death Valley National Park highlight.

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PACIFIC COAST 11 DAYS EXPLORER From £1,079

Get ready to hit the wide-open road and travel from DAY 1: Seattle DAY 7: Monterey / Carmel Seattle down to the glamorous city of Los Angeles. Visit Arrive in Seattle and pick up your rental (124 miles) the Space needle or sample the local coffee scene in car, enjoy the rest of your day at leisure. Today’s drive takes you down the California coast to Monterey. Stroll along Seattle before beginning your drive. Pack your camera DAY 2: Portland (269 miles) Fisherman’s Wharf and Cannery Row as you witness the active Mt St Helens volcano, pass Depart Seattle today en route to Mt. before continuing along the stunning through Redwood National park and marvel at scenery Rainier National Park, ascending to landscape of 17-Mile Drive en route to 14,410 feet above sea level, Mount along the Pacific Coast Scenic Byway. Vibrant city stops the village of Carmel. Rainier stands as an icon in the include Portland, San Francisco and Santa Barbara. Washington landscape. Cross the DAY 8: Central Coast (240 miles) Columbia River for a stop at Mt. St. Follow Pacific Coast Highway south DEPARTURE DATES: Helens. Continue to Portland in the along the Big Sur Peninsula. On the evening. way enjoy views of the Pacific Ocean Daily, April to October pounding the cliffs and rocks below. DAY 3: Redwood National Park Overnight in the heart of California’s (350 miles) central coast. THIS TOUR INCLUDES: The dramatic coastline of Oregon has panoramic vistas and picturesque DAY 9: Los Angeles (234 miles) * 10 nights accommodation images for you to enjoy today. The Continue south today passing through * 11 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire with peaceful drive through everchanging Santa Barbara, yet another beautiful unlimited mileage and extra driver terrain will take you through small stretch of coast in Malibu and the * Comprehensive Document Kit towns which reflect the essence of the seaside town of Santa Monica prior to American Spirit. arriving in Los Angeles. DAY 4: Eureka (230 miles) DAY 10: Los Angeles Pass former Russian fishing settlements A full day to explore Hollywood or as you continue your drive today. The Beverly Hills. Go behind the scenes at giant redwoods are protected in state Universal Studios Hollywood, or head to and national parks as World Heritage Anaheim’s ever-popular Disneyland Park. sites. Continue on to Eureka, your home for this evening. DAY 11: Los Angeles Your tour comes to an end today as you DAY 5: San Francisco check out of your hotel and return your (170 miles) car to the airport before your departure Follow the coastline of California south flight. to the village of Mendocino before continuing south to San Francisco. DAY 6: San Francisco Enjoy a wonderful day touring the city. Colourful and sophisticated, it is home to the infamous Alcatraz Island, which once housed the likes of Al Capone and is now a historic monument. There’s fantastic shopping around Union Square and the ride on a cable car up the steep hills from Fisherman’s Wharf is something not to be missed.

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Explore some of the national parks and spectacular DAYS 1 & 2: San Francisco DAYS 7 & 8: Portland (115 miles) landscapes along Americas amazing West Coast; Arrive San Francisco, pick up your rental Drive inland to Tillamook and then on to find the tallest tress on earth in Redwood National car and make your way to your hotel. Portland, the largest city of Oregon. In Enjoy the sights and sounds of “The City Tillamook, you may visit the fascinating Park and see the sand dunes of Oregon Dunes by the bay”. Hop a cable car if you so Tillamook Cheese Factory to witness the National Recreation Area; sample local cuisine choose and drop to Fisherman’s Wharf cheesemaking process. In Portland, you in Portland and be sure to visit some of the for a beautiful view of the Golden Gate will easily find some of the best local microbreweries and independent food artisans. Bridge and visit a local artisan bakery. chocolatiers, bakeries, microbreweries, coffeemakers and independent food DAY 3: Fort Bragg (154 miles) artisans. You may wish to take a city Today head north from the city, you’ll walking tour to visit the famous Portland DEPARTURE DATES: reach the Sonoma Marin Cheese Trail, Landmarks, museums or stroll along the comprised of farmsteads for local cheese Daily, April to October River Walk. makers. Next drive through Cloverdale Wine Country, then your journey takes DAYS 9 & 10: Seattle (173 miles) you to the coastal city of Ft. Bragg, a Depart for the Emerald City, Seattle. THIS TOUR INCLUDES: historic lumber town where you could En route are both Mount St. Helens * 10 nights accommodation walk the Fort Bragg coastal trail or visit a and Mount Rainier National Parks, local glass artisan’s studio. both active volcanoes and part of the * 11 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire with Northwest’s “ring of fire”. Enjoy a full day unlimited mileage and extra driver DAY 4: Arcata (141 miles) to explore the famous sights and sounds * Comprehensive Document Kit Continue north on the Shoreline Highway of this charming city. Perhaps start your 1 through to Redway. The world-famous day early at Pike Place Market as the Avenue of the Giants section of the drive vendors lay out farm-fresh goods and begins, a 31 mile drive with 51,000 acres artisan products. of magnificent Redwood Trees. Then head to the coastline city of Eureka, DAY 11: Departure experience artisan shops with tables, Return your rental car to the airport for clocks, carvings and more made from your departure flight. the special burl wood. From Eureka we suggest you travel the Samoa Bridge to your overnight destination, Arcata. DAY 5: Coos Bay (210 miles) Your journey north takes you through Redwood National Park crossing the California border into Oregon, enter America’s Wild River Coast. Continue north to Bandon before reaching picturesque Cape Arago Lighthouse. Your destination today is Coos Bay, the largest city on the Oregon coast. DAY 6: Lincoln City (125 miles) Your coastal adventure continues today through the spectacular Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area where wind- sculpted dunes tower to 500 feet above the sea. Your seaside drive continues alongside lighthouses, marinas and parks Oregon coast to the town of Lincoln City.

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Explore the world famous national parks of Zion DAY 1: Las Vegas DAYS 5 & 6: Grand Canyon and Bryce Canyon National Park, witness the Upon arrival in Las Vegas, pick up your (108 miles) magnificent marvel of the Grand Canyon, see rental car, and proceed to your hotel in This morning, you may want to take an the glittering “Entertainment Capital of optional guided tour of Antelope Canyon the crystal blue waters of Lake Powell, discover the World”, the rest of the day is free for before heading to the Grand Canyon. part of historic Route 66, and soak up the bright you to explore. These canyons are known for their lights of Las Vegas on this 10 day tour. varying colour of sandstone and are a DAY 2: Zion National Park photographer’s dream. It is a short drive (165 miles) to the Grand Canyon, one of the natural Leave the man-made wonder of Las wonders of the world. Enjoy a full day to Vegas and travel through the desert to explore the canyon at your own pace. DEPARTURE DATES: the Colorado Plateau and the natural wonders of the National Parks. Travel Daily, year round DAY 7: Sedona (108 miles) through St. George and the charming Today, travel via Oak Creek canyon and town of Springdale before arriving Flagstaff to the town of Sedona, where at Zion National Park. You have a full the day is free for you to explore. THIS TOUR INCLUDES: afternoon to explore this magnificent DAY 8: Lake Havasu (277 miles) * 9 nights accommodation park with its amazing canyons. There are trails to explore for every ability level. Leave Sedona and head west, traveling * 10 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire including over some of the original Route 66 if unlimited mileage and extra driver DAY 3: Bryce Canyon (90 miles) you wish. A great stop is in the town * Comprehensive Document Kit Travel to central Utah and visit the of Seligman. Evidence of the old road majestic hoodoos of Bryce Canyon. can be seen all along Seligman’s main Nature’s artistry has created rocks in street where motels, cafes and numerous various shades of red, formed by erosion Route 66 gift shops beg to be explored. into pinnacles and spires. You may want Continue to another piece of history, to explore the canyon by walking or by Lake Havasu, home to London Bridge. horseback. In the summer months you may even be able to enjoy the local DAYS 9 & 10: Las Vegas rodeo! (200 miles) Return to Las Vegas for one final night of DAY 4: Lake Powell / Page fun and excitement. The next day check (136 miles) out of your hotel and return your rental In the morning, make sure to view the car in time for your return flight home. dazzling display of colour and light of the sunrise at Bryce Point. The sun rising above the canyon ignites the red rock spires turning them into an ever-changing kaleidoscope of colour. Continue south through Utah, passing through the charming western town of Kanab where many cowboy films have been made. Later, arrive in Page and visit the Glen Canyon Dam and magnificent Lake Powell with its crystal blue waters. Perhaps take a cruise on Lake Powell.

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15 DAYS AMERICAN GRANDEURS From £1,099

Hit the wide-open roads of America and explore DAY 1: Denver DAY 10: Cortez (280 miles) the iconic national parks such as Yellowstone Arrive at Denver’s Airport and pick up Leave early to explore the Navajo and Bryce Canyon, see the turquoise waters of your rental car. Proceed to your hotel. Indian Reservation, the Trading Post of Cameron, and drive to beautiful Lake Powell, visit the oldest capital city in the DAY 2: Steamboat Springs Monument Valley’s red sandstone spires United States, Santa Fe and much more. (160 miles) and monoliths. Continue to Cortez. Today, explore Rocky Mountain National Park. After crossing the Continental DAY 11: Durango (80 miles) Divide of the Rockies, continue to the Depart Cortez for the ruins of Mesa quaint ski resort of Steamboat Springs. Verde, established to “preserve the works of man,” the first national park of DEPARTURE DATES: DAY 3: Rock Springs (280 miles) its kind. Continue to Durango. Enter Dinosaur National Monument Daily, April to October at the Colorado / Utah border and DAY 12: Taos (200 miles) visit Dinosaur Quarry. Marvel at these Depart Durango and pass Pagosa remarkable fossil deposits, continue to Springs en route to the state of New THIS TOUR INCLUDES: the Flaming Gorge and Red Canyon. Mexico, The Land of Enchantment. Your destination for this evening is Taos. * 14 nights accommodation DAY 4: Jackson (190 miles) * 15 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire including Depart Rock Springs and travel along DAY 13: Taos (140 miles) the Wind River Gorge, continue north This morning, explore the remarkable unlimited mileage and extra driver over the high chaparral of Wyoming and Taos Indian Pueblo, a village inhabited * Comprehensive Document Kit arrive in Jackson. for over 800 years by as many as 1,400 Taos Indians. In the afternoon, drive south DAY 5: Yellowstone (80 miles) to Santa Fe, the oldest capital city in the The short drive today to explore Grand United States. Return to Taos for the night. Teton National Park. In Yellowstone, explore the diverse geothermal features DAYS 14 & 15: Denver (310 miles) of America’s first national park. Today, head north through New Mexico into Colorado. The mountainous terrain DAY 6: Salt Lake City (350 miles) will provide panoramic scenery en route You will cross Idaho en route to the to Denver. Visit historic Larimer Square Mormon State of Utah and its capital, in downtown Denver before proceeding Salt Lake City. Visit the famed Temple to your hotel, wake to return your car at and the Tabernacle. the airport before your departure flight. DAYS 7 & 8: Bryce Canyon (250 miles) Cross the Wasatch Mountain Range to reach the natural wonders in southern Utah. Explore Bryce Canyon National Park with its fanciful spires and rock formations. Alternatively, it is a short drive to Zion National Park and its incredible sandstone formations. DAY 9: Lake Powell / Page (120 miles) After discovering the wonders of Bryce Canyon National Park, drive east via Kanab to Page where the red desert meets deep blue Lake Powell. Yellowstone

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Las Vegas Yosemite National Park

46 GUIDED WILD WEST 8, 9 OR 16 DAYS MOTORCYCLE TOUR From £2,553

Solitary deserts, vibrant cities, deep canyons and DAY 1: Los Angeles DAY 9: Mammoth Lakes high mountains – this 16 day guided motorcycle Transfer to your Los Angeles airport (315 miles) tour has everything. Enjoy winding roads as they hotel. You will meet your Eaglerider From Las Vegas head west and your ride guides and your fellow riders in the hotel will take you across Death Valley, you’ll hug mountainous terrain, pass sunny beaches, loop lobby to head over to Eaglerider for your arrive below sea level and find yourself through Indian reserves descend into valleys and bike assignment. right in the basin of Death Valley. From wind your way over desert highways on this brilliant here clontinue west, to the foothills of DAY 2: Palm Springs (190 miles) tour. You will see all the attractions of the South- the Sierra Nevada Mountains. You will get transferred to EagleRider in West including the Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Los Angeles to pick-up your bike. After DAY 10: Yosemite National Park Monument Valley, Yosemite, Los Angeles, Las Vegas an orientation head south and west to (150 miles) and San Francisco. When you have survived the ride the winding mountain road down to Leaving Mammoth Lakes continue Lake Elsinore. After lunch wind your way your trip a little further north and then Wild West, you will have travelled over two thousand up more mountainous roads into the San take the infamous Tioga Pass to cross miles of fantastic roads and breath-taking scenery. Bernardino National Forest. Enjoy your Yosemite National Park. Yosemite first night on the road in Palm Springs. conjures up thousands of images and raises expectations to dizzying heights DAY 3: Laughlin (232 miles) and when you are there it is just as Today loop through Joshua Tree National beautiful, wild, tame, rich, and sublime THIS TOUR INCLUDES: Park, full of bizarre desert trees and as you’d expect. Ride over to El Portal, fantastic rock formations. From here where you will overnight. * 7, 8 or 15 nights accommodation depending on descend into Twenty-Nine Palms and duration chosen drop into the vastness of the Mojave DAYS 11 & 12: San Francisco * 7, 8 or 15 days motorcycle hire Desert. From here, your trip gets (200 miles) legendary appeal, as you enter Historic Today head west towards San Francisco, * Breakfast on riding days Route 66 in at the famous Roys in descend through California Gold Rush * Welcome reception Amboy. You will stay on Route 66 for the country. Set your sights on the coastal * Farwell Party rest of the day as you cross the desert, regions of Marin County, from here, catch * Professional Tour Guide and the state line, into Nevada, and your first glimpse of this city’s most * VIP insurance arrive in Laughlin, where you overnight. famous landmark - the Golden Gate – and traverse one of San Francisco’s * Fuel on riding days DAY 4: Grand Canyon (245 miles) great bridges to enter the city! Make * VIP Express check-in feature Continue to Kingman, which is considered your way to the heart of the city where * Helmets for driver and passenger to be “The heart of Historic Route 66”. you’ll spend the next two days exploring From Kingman you head for Seligman, all that San Francisco has to offer. * Airport transfers another one of the longest surviving * Personalised customer orientation stretches of Route 66, which heads off DAY 13: Monterey (118 miles) * Storage for luggage and personal belongings in a northern loop through the Hualapai Today head south on the legendary Indian Reservation. Continue your ride Pacific Coast Highway (Hwy 1) which towards the majestic Grand Canyon. hugs the rugged California coast of the Pacific Ocean. Breathtaking views of the DAY 5: Monument Valley coves and inlets of the Pacific are yours (170 miles) en route to the seaside town of Monterey Spend the morning at the Grand Canyon. and its famous “Cannery Row.” Then cruise along to the incredible DEPARTURE DATES: Monument Valley. This evening you will DAY 14: Pismo Beach (152 miles) Selected dates, April to October be provided with the option to descend Continue your ride on scenic Hwy 1, into the Valley itself and let the Navajo along the edge of the cliffs of the Big Guides treat you to stories of life in the Sur Coast – 90 miles of rocky cliffs form heart of this spiritual wonderland. a sublime landscape where redwood groves line river canyons. Stop for coffee DAY 6: Bryce Canyon (340 miles) and lunch, cruise past San Simeon, stop From Kayenta you will ride up to sleepy to see the Elephant Seal Rookery, wind Mexican Hat; ride on past the Valley through Cambria and Morro Bay and of the Gods, where much of the movie finally arrive at Pismo Beach. “Thelma and Louise” was filmed, and cross the Colorado River where it DAY 15: Los Angeles (225 miles) pours into Lake Powell. Ride along the Today take Highway 101 and head southern tip of Capitol Reef National towards Los Angeles. Begin your ride Park, across aspen-covered peaks to passing through the vineyards and cruise Bryce Canyon, where you overnight. through Santa Barbara hugging the coastline straight into Malibu. Nowhere DAY 7: Las Vegas (250 miles) else does LA parade itself quite so Continue to Zion National Park. openly as along the wide pathway Compared to Yosemite and the Grand of Venice Boardwalk. From here you Canyon, Zion exudes a stronger sense of will ride over to Hawthorne, where nature. From Zion it is only a short ride EagleRider’s headquarters are located. to Las Vegas. Now it’s time to return your motorcycles Those clients, who will end their trip in and transfer back to your hotel to get Las Vegas, will have a “Good Bye” Dinner ready for a “Good-bye” dinner. this evening. DAY 16: Los Angeles DAY 8: Las Vegas Your tour ends today as you take the This day is yours to enjoy at leisure. hotel shuttle to Los Angeles International Airport for your flight home. Wild West 1: Those on the 8 day tour will check out of your hotel today where your tour comes to an end.

Wild West 2: Those on the 9 day tour join today in Las Vegas.

Price shown is for 2 people sharing 1 bike and room on the 8 day tour. 9 day tour from £2,588. 12 day tour from £4,999. Prices for sole riders and 2 bikes / 1 room on request. 47 Houston Austin

14 DAYS THE LONE STAR TRAIL From £1,039

Explore the Lone Star State of Texas and into New DAY 1: Dallas El Paso’s climate, typical of the desert Mexico on this 14-day self-drive tour. Discover the Arrive at Dallas Airport, pick up your car southwest, and its mix of cultures and traditions makes the Sun City a unique vibrant city of Dallas and learn about outer space in and drive to your hotel. and interesting place to visit. Houston; step into cowboy country in Fort Worth and DAY 2: Austin (207 miles) visit Amarillo, Albuquerque and Santa Fe in New Mexico. Today head out for the capital city of DAYS 10 & 11: Albuquerque Texas, Austin. This lively city bills itself (269 miles) as the “Live Music Capital of the World”, Leave El Paso and cross into New filled with more than 250 music venues Mexico. Between the mountains and and a vibrant arts scene. the mesas runs a river, and astride it stands Albuquerque, the embodyment DEPARTURE DATES: DAY 3: Houston (201 miles) of the diverse cultures that are uniquely Discover Houston’s past in Heritage American. Enjoy day 11 at leisure. Daily, April to October Park amid the skyscrapers of downtown. Visit the Johnson Space Center for a DAY 12: Amarillo (341 miles) fascinating history of America’s love Continue eastward to the panhandle of THIS TOUR INCLUDES: affair with outer space. Texas and to Amarillo, once a railhead town for cattle shipments to the north. * 13 nights accommodation DAY 4: Corpus Christi (213 miles) The cattle industry remains an important * 14 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire including Take a short drive to the island element of the city’s economy. Amarillo of Galveston, filled with Victorian unlimited mileage and extra driver is well known for its Cadillac graveyard. architectural reminders of its reign * Comprehensive Document Kit as Texas’ leading port. Then head DAY 13: Fort Worth (341 miles) for Corpus Christi, known as Texas’s Drive eastward today to Palo Duro playground. Canyon and see artefacts of the pre-Pueblo inhabitants. Then continue DAYS 5 - 7: San Antonio South towards Fort Worth. The City of (149 miles) Cowboys and Culture is the 16th-largest See the open range and farmland of city in the United States and offers early settlers on the way to San Antonio. visitors rich Western history, world-class San Antonio’s unique blend of cultures art and entertainment. makes it one of the most charming cities in the U.S. Enjoy 2 days to explore this DAY 14: Fort Worth charming city. Stroll along the River Return your rental car at Dallas airport Walk or visit El Mercado. The Spanish before your departure flight. Governor’s Palace or one of the many Spanish missions will take you into the historical heritage of this charming city. DAY 8: Fort Stockton (330 miles) The rolling hill country was the site of early settlements in mid-Texas, farmers had to battle infertile earth and Comanches to survive. The code of the West rules here as you travel through Pecos County where giants and legends, such as Pecos Bill, were made. DAY 9: El Paso (240 miles) The city of El Paso is located on the westernmost tip of the state of Texas Amarillo and is on the U.S./Mexico border.

48 Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Vicksburg New Orleans

9 DAYS A JAMBALAYAN ADVENTURE From £879

Discover the vibrant city of New Orleans, the DAYS 1 & 2: New Orleans Founded in 1811. Vicksburg is a popular heart of Jazz music, learn about American history On arrival into New Orleans, pick up spot for tourists to learn about the battles of the city, taste the cuisine, visit and the Civil Rights movement as you visit your rental car from the airport and proceed to your hotel. Enjoy a full day at the many museums, and pick out the plantations in Baton Rouge, Natchez and be sure leisure to explore New Orleans on your perfect souvenir. to sample delicious Creole and Cajun cooking in own. Visit Jackson Square, Royal Street, DAY 7: Lafayette (144 miles) Lafayette, renowned for its culinary culture. Bourbon Street and the many museums. Today explore picturesque Natchitoches, Perhaps you’ll take a full day bayou and which has been part of French Louisiana swamp tour or enjoy a riverboat cruise since early 18th century. Do not miss the on the Mississippi. opportunity to taste a regional delicacy DEPARTURE DATES: DAY 3: Baton Rouge (82 miles) and enjoy a piece of Natchitoches Today, enjoy a drive through unique meat pie. Drive back south through Daily, year round geography, sandwiched between Lake Alexandria, Ville Platte and Opelousas Pontchartrain and the mighty Mississippi to Lafayette, the heart of Cajun Country River to the heart of the old South, where the Acadians, or Cajuns, started THIS TOUR INCLUDES: Baton Rouge. Maybe visit one of the arriving in 1765. most beloved plantation homes in the * 8 nights accommodation DAY 8: New Orleans South, Nottoway Plantation and relive * 9 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire including A short drive from Lafayette takes you the fascinating history. Take a lunch to New Iberia and Avery Island, the unlimited mileage and extra driver break at downtown Main Street Market. birthplace of Tabasco sauce. Continue to * Comprehensive Document Kit After lunch, take a free guided tour of Morgan City, the “Shrimp Capital of the the “New” State Capitol. World,” and Houma. Follow the scenic DAY 4: Natchez (92 miles) route, and perhaps stop at Terre Bonne Take the Trace Parkway which evolved or Southdown Plantation, you will arrive from an Indian trail into a post road and in New Orleans. pioneer highway to Natchez, the oldest DAY 9: New Orleans settlement in Mississippi. You can take Return your car at the airport where a break in historic town St. Francisville, your tour comes to an end and board getting closer to Natchez you may your flight back to the UK. want to visit a plantation, Longwood is reputedly the largest octagonal house in the country. DAY 5: Vicksburg (73 miles) Founded in 1716, Natchez is the oldest city on the Mississippi. Every year thousands of people come to Natchez for the pilgrimages that offer visits of the many Antebellum homes in the area. The gracious citizens open their homes, which have been lovingly restored, so that visitors can get a glimpse of the southern prosperous life. DAY 6: Natchitoches (170 miles) Vicksburg perfectly blends Southern culture and heritage with exciting modern-day attractions. Described as Natchez the “Key to the South” by Abraham Lincoln.

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THE BLUEGRASS 10 DAYS & BOURBON TRAIL From £789

Discover the sounds and flavours of the south DAY 1: Memphis DAY 7: Louisville (78 miles) on this self-drive tour through Tennessee and Upon arrival into Memphis collect your While taking the drive to Louisville, Kentucky. Stay in Memphis, the home of Elvis, rental car and check into your hotel. you’ll pass by small towns and luscious green fields along the way. As you explore the historic town of Lynchburg famous for DAY 2: Memphis reach Louisville, don’t forget to visit the Jack Daniels distillery, see the Great Smoky The day is free to explore, we suggest the home of the world’s most famous Mountains and much more on this musical tour. starting with a visit to Graceland, home thoroughbred horserace, the Kentucky of the late Elvis Presley, then choose Derby. between the Rock & Soul Museum, the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, DAYS 8 & 9: Nashville (176 miles) the Gibson Guitar Factory, or Sun Studio. Nashville, “Music City USA”, is the music DEPARTURE DATES: destination. Make your way over to the DAY 3: Lynchburg (263 miles) Music City Walk of Fame (optional) Daily, year round Continue to Lynchburg, the home of honouring the top country performers. Bourbon. You will discover the famous We suggest a visit to the Opry Mills home of the Jack Daniel’s whiskey shopping Centre or take a stroll through THIS TOUR INCLUDES: distillery during your stay. While touring the Music Valley’s Wax Museum of the the Jack Daniel’s Distillery (optional), * 9 nights accommodation Stars and witness life-size wax figures learn about the great American wonder of many country music stars. The State * 10 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire including of the Cave Spring Hollow, and discover Capitol in downtown Nashville gives unlimited mileage and extra driver more about the history of the distillery. visitors a taste of Tennessee’s history * Comprehensive Document Kit DAY 4: Chattanooga (91 miles) and natural wonders. Venture into the 4th largest city in DAY 10: Memphis (212 miles) Southeast Tennessee and taste the Depart the capital of country and South’s favourite snack food, the Moon western music to return to the home of Pie, which originated in Chattanooga in the blues, Memphis. Return your car at the early 1900s. The city has received the airport where your tour comes to an national recognition for the renaissance end. of its beautiful downtown and expansion of its riverfront. Don’t miss the Chattanooga Choo Choo Train Station DAY 5: Gatlinburg (145 miles) Make your way north to Gatlinburg and pass through Knoxville. Start off your day by taking a scenic hike in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with plentiful trails and beautiful surroundings. Afterwards you may wish to explore the downtown Village. DAY 6: Lexington (214 miles) As you leave Gatlinburg and make your way through Kentucky, you will witness the scenic view of the Appalachian Mountains and the Mississippi River. Begin your morning in the horse capital of the World, located in the heart of Kentucky’s Bluegrass region. Embrace the rugged terrain of the Daniel Boone Louisville National Forest, named after the fearless legendary American pioneer.

50 Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Huntsville Atlanta

ROCK’N’ROLL, 13 DAYS ROCKETS & ELVIS From £1,029

Sample a taste of the music and heritage of the DAY 1: Birmingham For night time entertainment, visit south as you travel through Alabama, Tennessee and Upon arrival into Atlanta collect your some of the intimate clubs in town including The Listening Room Café and Georgia. Discover the birthplace of Elvis in Tupelo, rental car and travel to Birmingham, Alabama where the rest of the day is at the famous Bluebird Café. Discover stroll down vibrant Beale Street in Memphis, explore leisure. the variety of attractions Nashville has the historic downtown of Birmingham and much more. to offer, such as the Grand Ole Opry, DAY 2: Birmingham Opryland U.S.A. and world-famous Hear a spirit filled Gospel Choir at the Printer’s Alley. historic 16th Street Baptist Church, nominated as a World Heritage Site. DAYS 9 & 10: Huntsville The church is located in the Civil Right (111 miles) DEPARTURE DATES: District of Birmingham, adjacent to the Travel to Lynchburg Tennessee home to Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and a the Jack Daniels Distillery – which is the Daily, year round must-stop for those that want to learn oldest registered distillery in the United more about Southern history and Dr. States and averages over 250,000 Martin Luther King, Jr. visitors every year. In Huntsville see the THIS TOUR INCLUDES: largest space museum in the world, the DAYS 3 & 4: Memphis U.S. Space & Rocket Center. The museum * 12 nights accommodation (245 miles) has one of the most extensive collections * 13 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire including Enjoy your time in the musical city of space artefacts and displays more unlimited mileage and extra driver of Memphis. Perhaps visit Graceland, than 1,500 rockets, engines, spacecraft, * Comprehensive Document Kit home of the late Elvis Presley, or choose simulators, and hands-on exhibits. It is between the Rock & Soul Museum, the also home to Space Camp. Stax Museum of American Soul Music or Sun Studio where musicians such as B.B. DAYS 11 - 13: Atlanta (180 miles) King, Elvis Presley, and Jerry Lee Lewis Travel to Atlanta; while in the South’s recorded their rock’n’roll hits. gateway city, visit the home of the world’s largest aquarium, the Georgia DAYS 5 & 6: Muscle Shoals Aquarium and the World of Coca-Cola. (152 miles) Why not visit Fairlie-Poplar, the African Travel to Tupelo to see the birthplace American Panoramic Experience, Grant of Elvis. This draws over 50,000 visitors Park or the Atlanta History Centre. On each year from across the world and is your last day return your car at the part of the 15-acre Elvis Presley Park. The airport before your departure flight. home is a Mississippi landmark and the centrepiece of the park which includes, among many other exhibits, the popular photo-op “Elvis at 13” statue. Travel on to Muscle Shoals and tour the “Hit Record Capital of the World”. Visit historic FAME and Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, Rattlesnake Saloon, and see “The Father of the Blues,” W. C. Handy’s birthplace and museum. DAYS 7 & 8: Nashville (136 miles) Travel to Nashville, often called music city where you can tour Music Row and visit historic RCA Studio B and Country Graceland, Memphis Music Hall of Fame.

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St. Louis

52 16 DAYS HISTORIC ROUTE 66 From £1,299

Travel back in time on the ultimate American road DAYS 1 & 2: Chicago On day 9, get a true sense of the old trip as you drive the “Mother Road” from Chicago Arrive at Chicago Airport, collect your Route 66. Visit New Mexico’s state capital, Santa Fe. Founded on the ruins to Santa Monica. Experience the nations longest car and drive to your hotel. Experience “the Windy City”. Stand on the corner of an abandoned Indian village and drivable stretch of Route 66 in Oklahoma, sample of Michigan and Adams, marked as the steeped in history, Santa Fe is the oldest rich culture and true southwest in Albuquerque. View starting point of Historic Route 66. Stroll capital in the U.S., and although it lost one of the 7 natural wonders of the world whilst the lakefront, grab a Chicago Dog, or its place on Route 66 in 1938, it remains taking in the endless picturesque desert landscape explore the city’s incredible sights and one of the most picturesque cities in the state. at the Grand Canyon. See the replica of the long-lost architectural treasures including Willis Tower, one of the tallest buildings in DAY 10: Holbrook (260 miles) Route 66 “End of the Trail” sign at the Santa Monica North America. Pier, visit Santa Fe, a UNESCO designated city of This morning, the state of Arizona welcomes Route 66 travellers with an design, crafts and folk art. Pay a visit to Amarillo’s DAY 3: St. Louis (300 miles) This morning, begin your Route overwhelming display of trading posts. Cadillac Ranch, a ritual site on The Mother Road. 66 journey from Chicago to St. View huge concrete tepees that stand This Drive will have you winding your way through Louis, Missouri. En route, don’t miss at the foot of brilliant red-rock mesas mountains and deserts to the stunning Pacific Ocean. Wilmington’s most photographed green en route to Petrified Forest National Gemini Giant, and Atlanta’s Bunyan Park, the only park in the National Park Giant. In Springfield, stop at the Cosy System containing a section of Historic THIS TOUR INCLUDES: Dog Drive - In, the birthplace of the Route 66. Catch a sunset over the Painted Desert from the park’s Kachina * 15 nights accommodation corn dog, and explore the Lincoln Home National Historic Site. Once in St. Louis, Point before heading to Holbrook. Once * 16 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire including visit historic sites found throughout the in Holbrook, stop at the Wigwam Motel unlimited mileage and extra driver city, including the Gateway Arch, the whose steel and concrete tepees have * Comprehensive Document Kit nation’s tallest monument. welcomed guests since the 1950’s. DAY 4: Springfield (210 miles) DAY 11: Grand Canyon/Williams Continue through the Ozark Highlands (180 miles) of southern Missouri to Springfield. En Continue to Meteor City, a true vintage route, stop at Meramec Caverns, an trading post whose distinctive dome extensive set of natural limestone caves can be seen for miles along this stretch whose formations and colours are as of Route 66. Pass through Flagstaff unique as they are beautiful. and Williams en route to Grand Canyon National Park. Spend the day discovering DAY 5: Oklahoma City the distinct South Rim of the Canyon. (310 miles) Stop at one of the numerous overlooks, This morning, cut through the south- walk part of the Rim Trail or along the eastern corner of Kansas on your way to historic Hermit Road. Oklahoma City. The Oklahoma section of Route 66 contains more driveable miles DAYS 12 & 13: Las Vegas than any other state, stop to view the (300 miles) beloved 20-foot tall cement Blue Whale Make your way to Seligman, the first in Catoosa, a landmark along Route 66, stop heading west on the longest and the Cyrus Avery Route 66 Memorial uninterrupted stretch of Route 66. DEPARTURE DATES: Bridge in Tulsa. Once in Oklahoma City, Continue through Kingman to one of the state’s capital, be sure to check out Arizona’s hidden treasures, Hoover Dam. Departs daily, April to October the old Route 66 vintage buildings. Considered the largest single public works project in the history of the U.S. DAY 6: Amarillo (260 miles) Continue to Las Vegas. Enjoy a full day Continue to Amarillo, this area of Texas Las Vegas style. Walk the famous Strip was once the buffalo-rich grasslands of lined with mega-resorts and flashing the Great Plains. Stop at the Route 66 neon lights, place a bet at one of the Museum in Clinton where you experience many casinos, dine at world-class six decades of Route 66 history. See restaurants, opportunities are endless. Shamrock’s Tower Station and the U-Drop Inn Cafe. See the first restored DAYS 14 & 15: Los Angeles Phillips 66 gas station in McLean and in (290 miles) Groom, the leaning water tower and a This morning, set out through the Mojave 150-foot tall stainless-steel cross. Desert for Calico Ghost Town, California’s authentic silver mining town. Re-join DAYS 7 - 9: Albuquerque Route 66 in Barstow home to the Route (270 miles) 66 Mother Road Museum. Continue Before leaving Amarillo be sure to visit through Pasadena, Los Angeles, West Cadillac Ranch. Continue to the Midpoint Hollywood and Beverly Hills to Santa Café in Adrian famous for its “ugly crust” Monica for a true Hollywood ending pies. From Adrian you’ll follow Route to your cross-country journey. Spend 66 to Albuquerque, the state’s largest the day strolling along the beaches of city. Albuquerque spreads north and Santa Monica or browsing the adjacent south along the banks of the Rio Grande. indoor/outdoor shops at Third Street Spend day 8 exploring downtown Promenade. Albuquerque’s Central Avenue, a treasure trove of Route 66 landmarks. DAY 16: Departure Return your rental car at Los Angeles International Airport prior to your departure.

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Ready for the off after a pitstop Cadillac Ranch

54 GUIDED ROUTE 66 15 DAYS BY MOTORCYCLE From £4,542

Travel the original Route 66, known as the “Mother DAY 1: Chicago From there enter the land of the Road”. Stretching over 2400 miles long from Chicago Welcome to the Windy City! Chicago Comanche Indians, where mesas, mountains, cactus and pines define to Los Angeles, it crosses three time zones and 8 is the biggest and most exciting of the Great Lake cities, with a stunning skyline the landscape as you head up into the States: Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, along Lake Michigan, and a gamut High Plains and altitude of Santa Fe in New Mexico, Arizona and California. It has been of top-rated museums, restaurants central New Mexico. Santa Fe is one of the path of migrants, dreamers, desperadoes and and cafes, and innumerable bars and America’s oldest cities and is your base an entire generation of vacationers discovering the nightclubs that pay homage to the city’s for the next two nights. strong jazz and blues heritage. Meet way west. The 1950’s were the Route 66 glory days, DAY 9: Gallup (271 miles) your fellow riders tonight for a welcome Head south to Albuquerque, New when thousands of cars rode bumper to bumper dinner. behind each other to experience the Western Mexico’s largest city, cross the Rio Grande and head west into the open frontier. Much of Route 66’s nostalgic landmarks are DAY 2: Springfield (187 miles) This morning you pick up your bike country and the hues of the Navajo preserved just as they were in the 1950’s. Route 66 and are off to the ultimate American wilderness. You skirt mesas and bluffs is the road created in heaven for motorcycle touring. road trip. You head south along the into Laguna before riding through Simply stated, this is the guided tour of America! Pontiac Trail, passing through Joliet, Grants and along Cibola National Forest checking out the Launching Pad Giant towards the famous Route 66 town of and stopping at the amazing Route 66 Gallup, an old railroad town and Indian THIS GUIDED TOUR INCLUDES: Museum in Pontiac. stronghold. * 14 nights accommodation DAY 3: St. Louis (116 miles) DAY 10: Grand Canyon * 15 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire including Today we head towards St. Louis! You (283 miles) unlimited mileage and extra driver will stay primarily on the 2-lane sections Today is another huge day, cross into of the Mother Road, traversing cornfields Arizona and ride to Petrified Forest * Comprehensive Document Kit and small towns that represent the National Park, a fossilized prehistoric * Breakfast on riding days heartland of America. Arrival into St. forest of gigantic trees that has been * Professional Tour guide Louis will be over the Chain of Rocks unearthed by erosion. Travel further west * Transfers Bridge, the original bridge where Route to the Wigwam Hotel in Holbrook and 66 crossed the Mississippi River. This stop to stand on the corner in Winslow. amazing city is home to some of the You will ride on to spend the night just best live music and BBQ ribs in the one mile from the South Rim of the country. Grand Canyon. DAY 4: Joplin (335 miles) DAY 11: Laughlin (256 miles) Try to get up early to walk across Leaving the Grand Canyon, pick up the street today and enjoy an early Route 66 back in Williams before morning view of the St. Louis Arch and heading to stops in the famous 66 towns Mississippi River. Leave the city and of Seligman, Hackberry and Kingman, enjoy the rolling Missouri hills that make and Oatman before arriving at your this area so beautiful to ride in. See the Laughlin hotel on the shores of the famous World’s Largest Rocking Chair in Colorado River. Fanning, wind your way on the twisting DAY 12: Las Vegas (129 miles) roads of Devil’s Elbow. Today is a quick ride to take in the DEPARTURE DATES: DAY 5: Oklahoma City incredible sights and sounds of Las Vegas. The journey takes you through Regular departures, April to October (255 miles) Today is all about the route as you your first real taste of the Mojave Desert, head west through the hills and horse and a ride across the famous Hoover country through Oklahoma, crossing Dam. Enjoy an evening exploring the Miami, Claremore and Catoosa, home famous Las Vegas Strip. of the legendary Blue Whale before DAY 13: Victorville (282 miles) passing through Tulsa. Travel through Today cross the border into our final the reservations of several Native State on Route 66, California. Today is a American tribes who were “settled” day like no other as you cross the Mojave there after colonization, including the Desert which offers some of the most Choctaw, Chickasaw, Seminole, Creek dramatic scenery in Southern California. and Cherokee. This evening, stay in This huge expanse of desert is dotted Oklahoma City the heart and soul of with Joshua Trees, cactus, volcanic rock Route 66. and sand. Tonight celebrate your last DAY 6: Amarillo (266 miles) night on the Mother Road. This morning travel some of the oldest DAY 14: Los Angeles (124 miles) stretches of Oklahoma’s Route 66. Ride Today reach the end of the road at the along a section of the Chisholm Trial and Santa Monica Pier. To get there, however, stop at the amazing Route 66 Museum you first get to ride the 66 miles of the in Clinton. Then cross the border into Angeles Crest Highway through the the Texas Panhandle, the southernmost mountainous terrain of Angeles National portion of the Great Plains and continue Forest. Then descend the Crest into the to Amarillo. Los Angeles Basin and head towards DAYS 7 & 8: Santa Fe the Pacific Ocean. Tonight, celebrate the (303 miles) miles you’ve ridden at a Farewell Dinner. Today you leave Texas into New Mexico. DAY 15: Los Angeles After passing through the world famous Today your exciting trip will conclude Cadillac Ranch, stop at the midway point in Los Angeles. Please be sure to let us of the 66 in Adrian, Texas and the ghost know if you need an extra night or two in town of Glen Rio. L.A. to enjoy the sights.

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15 DAYS THE GREAT LAKES From £1,589

Journey along the coast of Lake Michigan, marvel DAYS 1 & 2: Chicago DAYS 11 & 12: Niagara Falls at the architecture of Chicago, discover the Arrive in Chicago and make your way (100 miles) motor city of Detroit, cross borders into Toronto to your hotel. Spend the next two days Just a short drive from Toronto one of exploring the “Windy City”. the Seven Wonders of the World awaits. and feel the thunderous roar of Niagara Falls. Packed with attractions, dining and Escape to the Great Lakes and discover these DAY 3: Milwaukee (100 miles) adventure, Niagara Falls offers a vast wonders and so much more on this 15-day tour. This morning collect your rental car and array of activities. head north to Wisconsin’s largest city, Milwaukee. Experience the city’s one-of- DAY 13: Cleveland (200 miles) a-kind attractions like the Milwaukee Art If you want a little beach time while Museum and Harley-Davidson Museum. en route to Cleveland, we recommend DEPARTURE DATES: stopping at PresqueIsle State Park. A DAY 4: Green Bay (120 miles) culturally diverse city on the shores Daily, April to October Today it’s on to Wisconsin’s oldest of Lake Erie, Cleveland has all the community, Green Bay. Perhaps visit attractions and excitement needed for a the Bay Beach wildlife sanctuary, the fun-filled adventure. THIS TOUR INCLUDES: National Railroad museum or for fans of NFL, the Green Bay Packers Hall of DAY 14: Chicago (350 miles) * 14 nights accommodation Fame. Leaving Cleveland, you can take a * 13 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire including scenic route by driving along two St. Ignace unlimited mileage and extra driver DAYS 5 & 6: different Great Lake shores, stopping at (250 miles) * Comprehensive Document Kit Marblehead Lighthouse along the Lake Today’s scenic drive along the Erie Coastal Trail and Indiana Dunes northwestern coast of Lake Michigan National Lakeshore on Lake Michigan, or takes you through Hiawatha National you can drive direct to Chicago. Upon Forest and Manistique en route to St. arrival in Chicago, head to Navy Pier for Ignace. Enjoy a stroll along the Huron an evening of dining and entertainment. Boardwalk for a taste of pure Michigan. DAY 15: Departure DAYS 7 & 8: Detroit (300 miles) Awaken to return your rental car at the Crossing the Mackinac Bridge, make airport prior to your departure. your way south through Petoskey, one of the most beautiful regions in the state, to the Cherry Capital of the U.S - Traverse City. Then onto Detroit, the “Motor City.” DAYS 9 & 10: Toronto (250 miles) Today cross the border into Ontario and continue to eclectic Toronto, the largest city in Canada. Be sure to visit the CN Tower, take a cruise on the harbour and for shopping, the Eaton centre. Toronto has an amazing entertainment and food scene, as well as a thriving sport scene with everything from soccer to rugby league – the Toronto Wolfpack play in the UK league, and of course the Hockey Hall of Fame is a must for all ice hockey fans.

Chicago

56 Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Memphis New Orleans

AMERICAN MUSIC 14 DAYS & MOVIE TRAILS From £1,219

Explore the sights and sounds of the windy city, DAYS 1 & 2: Chicago DAY 10: Chattanooga discover the rock’n’roll history in Memphis, jump into Arrive in Chicago. Pick up your rental car (148 miles) the birthplace of jazz in New Orleans and get a taste at the airport and proceed to your hotel. Onward to Chattanooga today. Summer Explore this vibrant city located on the travellers should check the dates of of the south in Chattanooga. For all music and film shores of Lake Michigan, don’t forget to the annual Chattanooga Riverbend fans this tour will take you to sights made famous in pay a visit to the original House of Blues Festival. While in Tennessee, don’t miss pop culture including Nashville, home of country music jazz club. the opportunity to try a “moon pie”, a and Kentucky, proud home to the Kentucky Derby. favourite Southern snack. DAY 3: St. Louis (290 miles) Upon arrival, take a tram ride (optional) to DAY 11: Nashville (133 miles) the top of the famous St. Louis Arch and Nashville is the destination today. don’t DEPARTURE DATES: get a city view from 630 feet. Then take miss the Country Music Hall of Fame, time to view Lewis & Clark: Great Journey the Ryman Auditorium or a night at the Daily, April to October West, a movie produced by the National Grand Ole Opry. Geographic Society and viewed on a giant four-story screen at the Gateway Arch. DAY 12: Louisville (175 miles) THIS TOUR INCLUDES: Today’s destination is Louisville, DAYS 4 & 5: Memphis Kentucky, home of the famous Kentucky * 13 nights accommodation (280 miles) Derby. Churchill Downs is the mecca of * 14 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire including Memphis offers a multitude of musical American horse racing and home of the unlimited mileage and extra driver and movie moments. Perhaps start with Kentucky Derby Museum. No visit to * Comprehensive Document Kit a visit to Graceland, home of the late Kentucky would be complete without a Elvis Presley, then there’s the Rock & Soul visit to a bourbon distillery. Museum, the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, the Gibson Guitar Factory, or DAY 13: Chicago (300 miles) Sun Studio waiting to be explored. Return to the Windy City, Chicago. DAY 6: Vicksburg (146 miles) DAY 14: Departure Travel from Memphis to Clarksdale, Return your car at the airport before heart of the Delta Blues. Perhaps stop your departure flight. to tour the Delta Blues Museum filled with memorabilia from B.B. King and Muddy Waters. Follow the banks of the Mississippi River and take the opportunity to roll the dice in one of the many Mississippi casinos. DAYS 7 & 8: New Orleans (294 miles) On to the Big Easy! New Orleans is a jazz lover’s paradise, and the familiar backdrop in a string of successful movies. The jazz & blues clubs are abundant, enjoy exploring this city of riverboats, jazz, and Creole cuisine. DAY 9: Birmingham (340 miles) Today, head to Birmingham, Alabama. For music fans, the highlight would be a visit to the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame. For movie lovers, try and locate the original Nashville Whistle Stop Café, the setting for the novel and film, Fried Green Tomatoes.

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12 DAYS BEST OF NEW ENGLAND From £1,029

Walk the historic freedom trail in Boston, taste the fresh DAYS 1 & 2: Boston DAY 8: The Berkshires seafood in New England and drive to the summit of Arrive at Boston Airport, pick up your (160 miles) Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National park. Stroll the rental car and proceed to your hotel. Continue south along Route 100, Explore the city, steeped with history where you will take in some of the beaches of Cape Cod and visit the famed Mayflower II, from the American Revolution, and any most spectacular scenery in Vermont’s this tour highlights the best New England has to offer. portion of the 4km Freedom Trail which Green Mountains. See picture-perfect starts at Boston Common and passes 16 villages and some of Vermont’s famous of the city’s historic landmarks. covered bridges before crossing into Massachusetts’ Berkshires, known for DAY 3: Kennebunkport their rural beauty and cultural assets. (90 miles) DEPARTURE DATES: Along the route north of Boston lies DAY 9: Newport (180 miles) almost four centuries of history, as well Drive south and pass through a series Daily, April to October as some of the coast’s finest beaches of wonderful little towns, see Hancock and seascapes. Stop in Salem, the Shaker Village before continuing to the location of the infamous witch trials. storied little city of Newport, Rhode THIS TOUR INCLUDES: Enjoy the oldtime seaport atmosphere Island, once a prosperous colonial * 11 nights accommodation of Portsmouth, New Hampshire and its seaport. wealth of historic buildings before crossing * 12 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire including into Maine. Overnight in Kennebunkport, a DAYS 10 & 11: Cape Cod unlimited mileage and extra driver haven for writers and artists. (100 miles) * Comprehensive Document Kit Continue along the coast on your way DAYS 4 & 5: Bar Harbor to Cape Cod, explore magnificent Cape (210 miles) Cod with its high cliffs, rolling dunes, Travel along the beautiful Maine Coast to broad beaches, miles of walking trails, Bar Harbor, pass through quaint fishing picturesque villages and delicious villages and be sure to try a lobster or seafood. Stop in Plymouth, a living cup of clam chowder. Explore Acadia panorama of Pilgrim and Colonial times National Park, one of the oldest and and see the Mayflower II . most beautiful national parks in America. Witness the area’s natural wonders from DAY 12: Boston (80 miles) Park Loop Road or drive to the summit Today, drive back to Boston. Return your of Cadillac Mountain, the highest point car at the airport before your departure on the U.S. Atlantic seaboard. flight. DAY 6: White Mountains (230 miles) Your drive today takes you inland towards the spectacular scenery of the White Mountains, the “rooftop of New England,” a landscape dotted with historic villages and enchanting covered bridges. En route, experience breathtaking views of mountain ranges and pristine forests. DAY 7: Stowe (120 miles) Today, traverse the White Mountains that divide New Hampshire and Vermont. Drive by Lyndonville and see Willey’s General Store in Greensboro before Boston continuing through Craftsbury, to Stowe.

58 Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Cape Cod Portland

LIGHTHOUSES 10 DAYS & LOBSTERS From £949

Discover breath-taking scenery, quaint towns, DAY 1: Boston DAY 7: Bangor colourful lighthouses and the best seafood North Arrive into Boston collect your rental car Enjoy a leisurely morning in picturesque America has to offer. Journey along the ruggedly and make your way to your hotel. St. Andrews. Returning to the international border, you’ll pass through beautiful Atlantic coast and witness some of the DAY 2: Kennebunkport the “Chocolate Capital of Canada,” St. world’s highest tides on this self-drive tour through (128 miles) Stephen. Then, follow “the Airline” to New England and Canada’s New Brunswick. Today travel north to the rocky shores Bangor. This route is one of the most of Gloucester and on to Rockport. scenic through Maine’s inland timberland Here, why not indulge in a picnic lunch, country. Arriving in Bangor, enjoy the afterwards continue to Kennebunkport. rest of the day is at leisure. DEPARTURE DATES: DAY 3: Rockland (126 miles) DAY 8: Portsmouth (153 miles) Today your journey continues along mid- Journey south through Maine’s Daily, April to October Coastal Maine, drive through to Portland, capital, Augusta, to Kittery and south Maine’s largest city, originally a colonial to Portsmouth, New Hampshire, the seaport. Visit eclectic art galleries and seacoast’s economic centre rich with THIS TOUR INCLUDES: perhaps enjoy New England clam “chow- maritime history. dah” alongside Casco Bay. Your drive * 9 nights accommodation continues to the “Lobster Capital of the DAY 9: Cape Cod (127 miles) * 10 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire including World,” Rockland, Maine. Today, your journey takes you to Cape unlimited mileage and extra driver Cod to explore its rolling sand dunes, DAY 4: Bar Harbor (79 miles) * Comprehensive Document Kit dramatic sea cliffs, and picturesque Your destination today is Bar Harbor, villages. on Mt. Desert Island, home to Acadia National Park. Dotting the island’s DAY 10: Boston (80 miles) entrance, traditional lobster pounds with Check out of your hotel today and make huge outdoor boiling cauldrons cook your way back to Boston where your crustaceans to perfection. tour comes to an end. Drop your car off at the airport and board your onwards DAY 5: Acadia National Park flight. (181 miles) Explore the oldest national park east of the Mississippi River. Be sure to view Cadillac Mountain, the highest point on the eastern seaboard north of Brazil and keep an eye out for wildlife. DAY 6: St. Andrews, Canada (177 miles) Today travel to West Quoddy and continue along the Sunrise Coast, where the first morning light hits the USA. A short drive takes you across the Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial International Bridge to Canada’s Campobello Island. Return to the U.S. for a drive along the spectacular Bay of Fundy. Crossing the international border again, you’ll reach your final destination: St. Andrews-By- The- Sea.

St. Andrews, Canada

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DELUXE EAST COAST 10 DAYS HIGHLIGHTS From £3,979

Discover the very best of America’s east coast; delve DAYS 1 & 2: Washington, D.C. DAY 8: Boston (220 miles) into the heart of America’s politics in Washington D.C., Upon arrival into Washington, make your Depart for Boston today, en-route walk the Freedom Trail in Boston, explore Philadelphia own way to your hotel. Be sure to visit perhaps stop at the famous Yale all the important landmarks and sights University located in New Haven or one of the most historically significant cities in the US this city has to offer. See the White even Newport in Rhode Island, home to and see the bright lights of Times Square in New York. House, the FBI building, the National many of America’s wealthiest individuals All the time enjoying luxurious five star accommodation. Archives, the Capitol, US senate, Lincoln (including the Vanderbilt’s) who built and Washington Memorials just to name magnificent summer homes here. a few. DAY 9: Boston DAY 3: Philadelphia (145 miles) Enjoy a full day in Boston with all its DEPARTURE DATES: Pick up your rental car this morning and attractions. Many can easily be explored travel to Philadelphia via Maryland and by foot. Notable sights include Boston Daily, April to October Delaware. If time permits a stopover in Common. See the old town of Boston, Baltimore can be included. Beacon Hill, the Old North Church, Bunker Hill Monument and visit the THIS TOUR INCLUDES: DAY 4: Philadelphia famous Harvard University in Cambridge Visit one of the historically most * 9 nights 5 star accommodation across the Charles River. Spend some significant cities in the US - Philadelphia, time walking on the Freedom Trail with * 7 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire including America’s Cradle of Liberty. Visit the the most important historic monuments unlimited mileage and extra driver historic area, the Benjamin Franklin of the city that include Boston Tea Party, * Comprehensive Document Kit Parkway with the Franklin Institute, Faneuil Hall, Paul Revere House, Old Fairmont Park, Elfreth’s Alley and State House and Copley Square with Society Hill, the National Historic Trinity Church. Independence Park with Liberty Bell and the Independence Hall. DAY 10: Boston Your journey ends today as you check DAYS 5 – 7: New York out of your hotel and return your rental (100 miles) car at the airport to board your onward Today you will travel through the flight. “Garden State“ of New Jersey to New York, the largest city in the United States with over 8.2 million residents. The centre of the New York metropolitan area ranks among the largest urban areas in the world and is rated as an alpha world city for its global influences in media, politics, education, entertainment and fashion. The Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Wall Street, Times Square, Central Park, Empire State Building and Chrysler Building are just a few of the many attractions to visit. With its 24-hour subway and constant bustling of traffic and people, New York is known as “The City That Never Sleeps”. You have 2 full days to explore all the excitement this great city has to offer.

Philadelphia

60 Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Williamsburg Washington, D.C.

11 DAYS COLONIAL AMERICA From £999

Capture a photo of the Whitehouse, see the “Discovery” DAYS 1 & 2: Washington, D.C. DAY 8: Baltimore (248 miles) space shuttle, Apollo 11 and more at the Smithsonian Arrive in Washington, D.C. and pick Drive north across the Chesapeake Bay Museum, explore the history of the Civil War and up your rental car at the airport, then Bridge-Tunnel to the tranquil Eastern proceed to your hotel. Enjoy exploring Shore. Cross into Maryland and continue stand on the spot where Lincoln gave the Gettysburg Washington, D.C. Stroll along the Mall, to Annapolis, home to the U.S. Naval Address. Hike one of the many trails along skyline drive here you will find some of the most Academy. See the State House and in Shenandoah National Park and see the Liberty Bell important monuments and can lose visit the Academy before continuing to and Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia. yourself in some of the world’s most Baltimore. inspired museums. DAY 9: Philadelphia (100 miles) DAY 3: Gettysburg (90 miles) This morning you are bound for the City of DEPARTURE DATES: Travel to the fascinating Civil War Brotherly Love - Philadelphia. This historic battlefield of Gettysburg. There are city is home to both Independence Hall Daily, April to October many excellent self guided interpretative and the Liberty Bell. Philadelphia also trails you can follow that will give you an boasts a world class art museum as well as understanding of this formative period in superb shopping and dining. THIS TOUR INCLUDES: U.S. history. DAY 10: Washington, D.C. * 10 nights accommodation DAY 4: Shenandoah (150 miles) (140 miles) * 11 days fully inclusive intermediate car hire including Today there is time for further exploration Time to explore Philadelphia a little unlimited mileage and extra driver of Gettysburg before you head west further this morning before driving to * Comprehensive Document Kit to visit Luray Caverns, one of the most Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. If beautiful caves in the world. Then enter you did not see the monuments of D.C. Shenandoah National Park, a haven for by night at the start of your trip then plants, wildlife, and people alike. tonight is your opportunity to do so. DAY 5: Colonial Williamsburg DAY 11: Departure (172 miles) Return your rental car to the airport in Drive south and enjoy the natural time for your departing flight. wonders along each mile of Skyline Drive, one of America’s most scenic routes. Then continue to Charlottesville and visit Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, continue to Richmond, Virginia’s capital, before traveling along the scenic road by the James River Plantations to Williamsburg, where restoration and preservation have turned back the clock 200 years. DAYS 6 & 7: Virginia Beach (63 miles) Visit Colonial Williamsburg, then see the earliest permanent English settlement in North America at Jamestown. Continue to the Yorktown Battlefield, where Washington’s decisive victory over General Cornwall’s forces turned the colonists’ dream of a new nation into reality. Continue through Norfolk to Virginia Beach Virginia Beach, with 30 miles of sandy seashore and a 2-mile-long boardwalk.

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The mark of the real pioneer was that they could travel unescorted, unaided, into the great unknown, not knowing what lay over the next mountain ridge or the next river bend. Well it doesn’t have to be like that these days for you to explore the magnificent natural beauty of America. If you’re a free spirit or prefer not to be with a group but want the security of knowing that everything’s been planned and arranged in advance, then a pre-organised independent tour is just up your street. You can choose to travel by train or plane and we’ve a selection of popular itineraries to choose from. But if you’ve a dream itinerary we’ll be pleased to make it come true for you, just ask us.

New York City, New York

62 63 NEW YORK, SAN 10 DAYS FRANCISCO & LAS VEGAS From £779

Enjoy three of America’s popular cities. Start in the Big Apple, the city that never sleeps with iconic sights like the Statue of Liberty and Empire State building and an up and coming foodie scene. Hop across the country to San Francisco with its colourful houses, harbour bridge and Alcatraz Island. The finish in Sin City – Las New York Vegas where the fun is non-stop and the Grand Canyon close by.

DAYS 1 - 3: New York There’s fantastic shopping around Union Arrive in New York and make your way Square and the ride on a cable car up to your hotel. America’s most vibrant the steep hills from Fisherman’s Wharf and exciting city has a reputation the is something not to be missed. See the world over; the shopping and theatre sights with your included hop on / off epicentre of the USA, the Big Apple has pass and Golden Gate Bay cruise. much more to offer the visitor. The hustle Hotel for 3 nights: Hilton Parc 55 and bustle of Midtown and the theatre DAYS 7 - 9: Las Vegas district around Times Square contrasts Fabulous Las Vegas, the entertainment with the laid-back lifestyle of Greenwich capital of the world, sits in the middle of Village, the glamour of the upper West the desert and offers non-stop fun to all Side with the chic and cool SoHo. See it San Francisco who seek it. Luxurious hotels dominate all with your included hop on/ off pass the famous Las Vegas Strip offering and harbour cruise. 24-hour action in enormous casinos, Hotel for 3 nights: The New Yorker DEPARTURE DATES: nightclubs to make any city envious and Daily, year round DAYS 4 - 6: San Francisco shows that would grace any Broadway On arrival in San Francisco make your stage. No trip would be complete own way to your hotel. The “City by without a trip to the Grand Canyon, so the Bay” is characterised by its hills we’ve included one, and lunch too. THIS TOUR INCLUDES: and cable cars and is home to the Hotel for 3 nights: The Luxor magnificent Golden Gate Bridge, bustling * 9 nights accommodation DAY 10: Departure Fisherman’s Wharf and the stylish Union * 2 day New York sightseeing pass and harbour cruise Your tour ends today. Square. Colourful and sophisticated, it is * San Francisco sightseeing and Bay Cruise home to the infamous Alcatraz Island, a * Grand Canyon sightseeing with lunch vibrant Chinatown and thriving little Italy.

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7 DAYS NEW YORK & LAS VEGAS From £419

This is a combination that ticks all the boxes. Start with the city that never sleeps, New York, where you can sightsee all day, experience great food and theatre in the evening and if the mood takes you, dance the night away. Then there’s scintillating Las Vegas where glitzy hotels have host casinos bigger than a football pitch and have New York shows that would grace the theatres of Broadway.

DAYS 1 - 3: New York There’s shopping malls with designer On arrival into New York make your articles to die for and at prices that won’t way to your downtown hotel. From Wall break the bank – and if they do you can Street to the galleries of SoHo; Times always try lady luck for a little more cash! Square to Central Park, vibrant New Nearby Grand Canyon is on everyone’s York buzzes with excitement day and bucket list and our included tour to the night. Perhaps you’ll enjoy a horse drawn South Rim with lunch included is a must. carriage ride through Central Park or go Hotel for 3 nights: The Luxor shopping on 5th Avenue; take the lift to DAY 7: Departure the top of the Empire State Building or Your tour ends on checkout form your a cruise across the harbour to see the hotel today Las Vegas Statue of Liberty. Whatever your desire, you’ll find it in the city that never sleeps. To ensure you make the most of your DEPARTURE DATES: time in The Big Apple we’ve included a 48-hour hop on / off sightseeing pass Daily, year round and a harbour cruise. Hotel for 3 nights: The New Yorker DAYS 4 - 6: Las Vegas THIS TOUR INCLUDES: Welcome to fabulous Las Vegas; on * 3 nights in New York arrival it’s not far to your hotel on the famous Strip. Las Vegas is a city like no * 3 nights in Las Vegas other, offering plush hotels, five-star * 2 day New York sightseeing pass and harbour cruise entertainment fitting of any Broadway * Grand Canyon sightseeing with lunch theatre, wall to wall gambling and amazing restaurants. Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Sole use from £669 per person.

64 SAN FRANCISCO 7 DAYS & LAS VEGAS From £544

Contrast the stunning natural beauty of the amazing Grand Canyon, millions of years in the making and one of the world’s natural wonders, with the non-stop glitz and glamour of Las Vegas, a city built in the desert purely for entertainment and enjoyment and the unique diversity of San Francisco with its colourful houses, multi- San Francisco cultural neighbourhoods and those iconic street cars.

DAYS 1 - 3: San Francisco There’s also a vast choice of Cirque du On arrival in San Francisco make your Soleil shows, musicals, comedians and way to your hotel. San Francisco is magicians. Non-stop retail therapy in perhaps one of the most enchanting amazing malls and a superb fine-dining cities in the United States. From the most scene to compete with any other city in crooked street in the world, Lombard the world. There is plenty of opportunity Street, to Alcatraz and Fisherman’s to relax too; with fabulous hotel pools Wharf; Union Square to the Cable Cars; and amazing spas. No trip would be Chinatown to the Golden Gate Bridge, complete without a trip to the Grand San Francisco is packed with things Canyon, so we’ve included one, and to see and do. And in a city so diverse lunch too. Las Vegas there’s an amazing food scene too, so Hotel for 3 nights: Luxor you can dine on a different cuisine every DAY 7: Departure meal of your stay. See the very best with Your tour ends today. DEPARTURE DATES: your 24-hour hop on/off sightseeing pass and get a different view of the Daily, year round city from your boat as you enjoy a Bay Cruise. Hotel for 3 nights: Hilton Parc 55 THIS TOUR INCLUDES: DAYS 4 - 6: Las Vegas * 3 nights in San Francisco There is nowhere else on earth quite like it and you’ll never be bored in Las * 3 nights in Las Vegas Vegas. You can’t help but soak up the * San Francisco sightseeing and Bay cruise buzz in the city that never sleeps; where * Grand Canyon sightseeing with lunch the entertainment is in a class of its own with top international stars appearing in Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Sole use from £909 per person. spectacular productions.

SAN FRANCISCO 8 DAYS & HAWAII From £956

Explore one of America’s most scintillating cities, where old world charm rubs shoulders with modern and chic and life is lived at a different pace. Then head to Hawaii, the youngest of the 50 states that make up the USA. Here you’ll find a different way of life, where things are taken at a slower pace and the lush tropical San Francisco beauty of the interior backs sandy beaches lapped by crystal sun kissed seas.

DAYS 1 - 3: San Francisco Discover lush jungle hillsides, San Francisco justly ranks as one of the effervescent with cascading waterfalls greatest cities in the world. Famous for and delve into a creative culinary scene, grand-dame Victorians, classic cable as hot as any Kilauea lava flow. You’ll cars, dynamic diversity, a beautiful stay on the island of Oahu close to waterfront and a soaring crimson bridge, famous Waikiki Beach and to ensure the “City by the Bay” truly has it all. you get the most from your escape to With trend-defining cuisine ranging from paradise, we’ve included a full day island Michelin-starred dining to outrageous tour that showcases the stunning natural food trucks; world-renowned symphony, beauty of Oahu. theatre and opera; plus almost boundless Hotel for 4 nights: The Courtyard by Hawaii outdoor adventures, San Francisco Marriott Honolulu justifiably stands out as one of the DAY 8: Departure ultimate must-sees. Enjoy the sights Your tour ends on checkout from your with a 24-hour hopper pass and a bay DEPARTURE DATES: hotel today. harbour cruise. Daily, year round Hotel for 3 nights: The Holiday Inn Fisherman’s Wharf DAYS 4 - 7: Hawaii THIS TOUR INCLUDES: The gentle spirit of Aloha, combined with * 3 nights in San Francisco sensual tropical beauty, makes Hawaii one of the most magical places on earth. * 4 nights in Waikiki Recline on white-sandy beaches with the * San Francisco sightseeing and Bay cruise warm Pacific gently lapping at your feet. * Full day tour of Hawaii Celebrate local customs and traditions.

Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Sole use from £1,724 per person.

65 10 DAYS THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE From £1,089

Glitz and Glamour are the key words for this break as you explore the bright lights of Los Angeles with its Hollywood movie star and film making connections be aches haunted by the rich and famous. Add the bright lights of the Las Vegas show scene with non-stop casinos and cosmopolitan San Francisco with its exclusive Nob Los Angeles Hill, hippy Haight-Ashbury and exquisite food scene and you’ve the perfect mix.

DAYS 1 - 3: Los Angeles DAYS 7 - 9: San Francisco The ‘City of Angels’ offers an endless Unrivalled natural and man-made array of sightseeing and entertainment. wonders make San Francisco one of Head for Hollywood to see the famous America’s most beautiful cities. From sights associated with the movies, or the iconic Golden Gate Bridge to West Hollywood for the nightlife of the amazing shopping around Union Sunset Strip. Beverly Hills and Bel Air Square; exclusive Nob Hill to the tourist are all good for celebrity spotting, while attractions and sea lions of Fisherman’s popular beachside suburbs such as Wharf, hippy Haight-Ashbury to the beautiful Santa Monica combine a city restaurants of North Beach and the break with the relaxed lifestyle that has infamous Alcatraz, this is a city for San Francisco become synonymous with Southern everyone. See it all with your hopper California. See the sights with your pass and Bay cruise. included 48-hour hopper pass. Hotel for 3 nights: Handlery Union DEPARTURE DATES: Hotel for 3 nights: The Garland Square (Breakfast included) Daily, year round DAYS 4 - 6: Las Vegas DAY 10: Departure Bright lights, glitzy shows, wall to wall Your tour ends today. casinos and shopping to die for – just THIS TOUR INCLUDES: some of the reasons “Sin City” is a firm * 9 nights accommodation favourite. The Grand Canyon, one of the natural wonders of the world, is not far * 2 day Los Angeles sightseeing pass away and well worth the day out on your * San Francisco sightseeing and Bay cruise included excursion. * Grand Canyon South Rim tour with lunch Hotel for 3 nights: Luxor * 3 breakfasts in San Francisco Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Sole use from £1,937 per person.

8 DAYS NEW YORK & MIAMI From £699

Experience the non stop action of New York, with its plethora of attractions, stores, nightlife and restaurants then head to the Sunshine State, Florida and relax on the beach. Art Deco Miami is renowned the world over for its laid back lifestyle, glorious beaches and amazing weather. this is a place where the accent New York is on fun and relaxation, just the ticket after sightseeing in the Big Apple.

DAYS 1 - 3: New York Great year-round weather and a New York City has to be America’s relaxed atmosphere are the backdrop most vibrant and exciting city. From for a vibrant cosmopolitan metropolis. the glamour of the Upper West Side Boasting a dynamic arts and cultural to supercool SoHo, from the hustle landscape, renowned nightlife scene and and bustle of Midtown and the Theatre world-class dining and entertainment, District to laid-back Greenwich Village – Miami draws an eclectic mix of visitors New York is all about neighbourhoods. from sizzling celebrities to frolicking Hop on the subway or use your families seeking fun in the sun. hopper sightseeing pass to explore Hotel for 4 nights: The Hilton Downtown this adrenaline-charged city, visiting Miami landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, Miami DAY 8: Departure the Empire State Building and Grand Your tour ends on checkout from your Central Station, then cruise on the hotel today. DEPARTURE DATES: harbour for a different perspective. Hotel for 3 nights: The Dylan New York Daily, year round DAYS 4 - 7: Miami Made legendary during the whimsical Art Deco era, Miami has evolved into the THIS TOUR INCLUDES: world’s premier playground. From the * 3 nights in New York exotic wildlife of the Everglades to the exciting nightlife of South Beach, from * 4 nights in Miami deep blue oceans to shallow emerald * 2 day New York sightseeing pass and harbour cruise bay, Miami offers visitors the best of all worlds.

Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Sole use from £1,345 per person.

66 NEW YORK & BOSTON 8 DAYS BY RAIL From £674

Two of Eastern America’s best loved cities combine on this short break. Cities full of history and culture, both have strong roots built on early immigration, with proud Irish and Italian quarters. Both have a rich sporting scene and there’s a strong rivalry between the two cities across all sports. But then Boston is laid back and New York easy going while New York lives up to its name as the city that never sleeps.

DAYS 1 - 4: New York DAYS 6 & 7: Boston America’s most vibrant and exciting city A city of immense charm and character, has a reputation the world over. The home of the American Revolution, hustle and bustle of Midtown and the Boston is one of our favourite cities. It’s theatre district around Times Square small and charming and easily explored contrasts with the laid-back lifestyle on foot, following the Freedom trail of Greenwich Village, the glamour of painted on the sidewalk. Don’t miss the upper West Side with the chic and the Common, Beacon Hill and Quincy cool SoHo. See iconic sights like the market, the shopping and galleries of Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building Newbury Street or the chance to hop and Central Park with your included on the subway to nearby Cambridge, Boston sightseeing tour and harbour cruise. And home to the famous Harvard University. don’t miss the chance to enjoy a show on Enjoy the best of the sights on your Broadway and to experience the evening included Trolley Tour and don’t miss the DEPARTURE DATES: vibe in Times Square. opportunity to enjoy some of the best Daily, year round Hotel for 4 nights: The New Yorker sea food in the country, the choice of restaurants is amazing. DAY 5: New York – Boston THIS TOUR INCLUDES: Travel in business class on the Acela DAY 8: Boston Departure * 4 nights accommodation in New York Express to Boston. On arrival make your Your holiday ends on checkout from your * 3 nights accommodation in Boston way to your downtown hotel. hotel today. Hotel for 3 nights: Doubletree by Hilton * Business class rail travel New York to Boston Boston Downtown * New York 48 hour hop on, hop off sightseeing pass and harbour cruise * Boston Old Town trolley tour

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GREAT AMERICAN CITIES 12 DAYS BY RAIL From £1,229

Four cities that played a key part in forming the nation as we know it today. Boston, where the famous “Tea Party” saw the move for independence. New York, arrival point for so many of the immigrants that came in search of a better life. Philadelphia, home of brotherly love and where the Declaration New York of Independence was made and Washington D.C., the nation’s capital.

DAY 1: Arrive Boston DAY 8: Philadelphia Welcome to Boston! Enjoy the rest of the See the best of the city on your included day getting to know this wonderful city. trolley tour. Hotel for 3 nights: Sheraton Boston DAY 9: Washington D.C. DAYS 2 & 3: Boston Back on the Acela Express today as you An included ticket on the Old Town head for Washington’s history, power Trolley Tour allows you to see the very and spectacular beauty. Hotel for 3 best of the city at your own pace, then nights: Capitol Skyline enjoy the city on your own. DAYS 10 & 11: Washington D.C. DAY 4: New York See the sights from your included trolley Washington D.C. Depart this morning for “The Big Apple” tour. Enjoy the city’s famous monuments, on the Acela Express. Perhaps enjoy explore the Smithsonian’s many the bright lights of Times Square this museums or visit Arlington National DEPARTURE DATES: evening or take in a Broadway show. Cemetery, the White House, the Capitol Daily, year round Hotel for 3 nights: The New Yorker Building and much more. THIS TOUR INCLUDES: DAYS 5 & 6: New York DAY 12: Depart Washington D.C. * 11 nights accommodation Enjoy the city that never sleeps at your Your tour ends today. * Business class rail travel on the Acela Express own pace with an included 48-hour * New York 48 hour hop on, hop off sightseeing pass sightseeing pass, and see the skyline form the harbour on an included cruise. and harbour cruise * Boston Old Town trolley tour 1-day pass DAY 7: Philadelphia * Philadelphia trolley Tour / 24-hour sightseeing pass Take the train to Philadelphia. From the Franklin Institute to the Rodin Museum * Washington D.C. tour 1-day pass the City of Brotherly Love is endlessly Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Sole use from £1,893 per person. eclectic. Hotel for 2 nights: Hampton Inn

67 NEW YORK, PHILADELPHIA 9 DAYS & WASHINGTON BY RAIL From £666

The glitz and bright lights of the Big Apple with Times Square, Broadway shows and treasures like the Statue of Liberty combine with the historic Philadelphia and the nation’s capital Washington D.C. on this holiday. You’ll see where the Declaration of Independence was signed in Philadelphia and the Capitol Building and White House in Washington, D.C. Washington as well as spectacular views of the New Skyline for your harbour cruise.

DAYS 1 - 3: New York DAYS 6 - 8: Washington D.C. On arrival in New York make your way Take the train to Washington, where to your hotel, then start your New York there’s a lot to see, but the National adventure. Head to Broadway to take in a Mall is a must for any itinerary. This show, or museums like MOMA and enjoy national park encompasses Washington panoramic views of midtown Manhattan Monument, Lincoln Memorial and the from the Empire State Building. If you U.S. Capitol; and nearby the Smithsonian are looking for great pizza, take the National Museum of American History free ferry to Staten Island and enjoy offers a fascinating history of the birth spectacular views of the Statue of of the USA. Explore all the sights the Liberty on the way, or head to The Bronx nation’s capital has to offer on your Philadelphia for the zoo or botanical gardens. Your included sightseeing tour. sightseeing pass and harbour cruise will Hotel for 3 nights: Capitol Skyline show you the highlights. Hotel for 3 nights: The New Yorker DAY 9: Departure DEPARTURE DATES: Your holiday ends this morning in Daily, year round DAYS 4 & 5: Philadelphia Washington D.C. Take the train to Philadelphia, a city THIS TOUR INCLUDES: of icons, such as the famous LOVE * 8 nights accommodation statue. Visit Independence Hall National * Standard class rail travel Historical Park, home to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, where the * New York 48 hour hop on, hop off sightseeing pass U.S. Constitution and Declaration of and harbour cruise Independence were signed. The Reading * Philadelphia trolley Tour / 24-hour sightseeing pass Terminal Market, the USA’s oldest * Washington D.C. trolley tour 1-day pass farmers market, is worth a visit. Explore the sights on your included trolley tour. Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Sole use from £1,064 per person. Hotel for 2 nights: Hampton Inn

MEMPHIS & NEW ORLEANS 8 DAYS BY RAIL From £759

It’s all about the music. From the home of Blues and Rock ‘n Roll in Memphis to the home of Jazz in the Big Easy, this is a music lover’s delight. Explore the iconic treasures in Memphis, including the famous Sun Studios and the home of the King himself at Graceland. the head for the dizzy atmosphere of New Memphis Orleans to explore the jazz clubs and enjoy the amazing creole cuisine.

DAY 1: Arrive Memphis DAYS 5 - 7: New Orleans Make your way to your hotel after your Three days to explore this marvellous arrival into Memphis. The rest of the day city which still retains the flavour of and evening are free to explore the city French and Spanish culture which that the King of Rock ‘n Roll made home. founded it. An included city tour will Hotel for 3 nights: Crowne Plaza showcase the highlights but be sure to explore to the full on your own. See DAYS 2 & 3: Memphis Jackson Square, Royal Street, perhaps Memphis is all about the music and take a cruise on the Mississippi and be you’ve two days to explore the home of sure to try the Cajun and Creole cuisine. Blues and Rock ‘n Roll. Your included The “Big Easy” is home to jazz and music pass gets you into the top musical New Orleans Bourbon Street, where the party never attractions, including Sun Studios and stops – don’t miss it. Graceland. Don’t miss the “Mountain Top”, a sculpture honouring Dr Martin DAY 8: Departure DEPARTURE DATES: Luther King, or the chance to take in Your deep south music adventure comes Daily, year round some live music on Beale Street. to an end today. THIS TOUR INCLUDES: DAY 4: Amtrak – New Orleans Ride the rails to New Orleans and admire * 7 nights accommodation the architectural treasures in the French * Standard class rail travel Memphis to New Orleans Quarter. * Entrance to Sun Studios, The Rock ‘n Soul Museum, Hotel for 4 nights: Holiday Inn Chateau Stax Museum of American Soul and Graceland’s Elvis Le Moyne Experience * New Orleans city tour Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Sole use from £1,292 per person.

68 California Zephyr San Francisco

THE TRANS AMERICAN TRAIL 17 DAYS BY RAIL From £2,486

Cross the USA from the Big Apple to the City by DAYS 1 - 3: New York DAY 11: Amtrak® the Bay; explore Chicago, the Windy City; the Mile- Arrive in New York make your way to Re-board the California Zephyr for the high city of Denver and Salt Lake City, the capital your hotel. With an included 2-day tour journey to Salt Lake City. pass and a harbour cruise, you can enjoy Hotel for 2 nights: Crystal Inn of the Mormon state Utah. Travel across wide open the sights at your own pace. Enjoy iconic landscapes and mighty mountain ranges as you landmarks, such as the Empire State DAY 12: Salt Lake City discover some of the best landscapes that America Building, Rockefeller Centre and the A free day to explore the city, including Temple Square, Pioneer Village, the has to offer and see it all from the comfort of your Statue of Liberty, and the bright lights of grand State Capitol and Governor’s seat on two of Amtrak’s iconic train routes. Broadway and Times Square. Hotel for 3 nights: The Dylan Mansion. DEPARTURE DATES: DAY 4: Amtrak® DAY 13: Amtrak® Spend the day in Salt Lake City before Daily, year round Board the Lake Shore limited this afternoon and head for the mighty your overnight train to San Francisco. Midwest. Your roomette accommodation Roomette accommodation. THIS TOUR INCLUDES: contains seating which converts to a bed DAYS 14 - 16: San Francisco * 13 nights hotel accommodation at night. Arrive in Emeryville and take an included * 3 nights accommodation on board AMTRAK services Overnight on-board train; roomette coach transfer to San Francisco. One accommodation in Roomette accommodation of America’s best loved cities, it has an energetic, friendly atmosphere brimming * Rail travel between New York and Emeryville DAYS 5 - 7: Chicago with arts, culture, entertainment and * Coach transfer from Emeryville to San Francisco Chicago sits on the shore of Lake Michigan and the lakefront area is an stunning scenery. Visit the Golden Gate * Meals onboard AMTRAK appropriate to the time of day inspiring stretch of coastline set against Bridge, the markets at Fisherman’s * New York 48 hour sightseeing pass and harbour cruise the backdrop of one of the world’s Wharf and the largest Chinatown in the * Chicago 24-hour hop on / off sightseeing pass great city skylines. You’ll find fabulous United States. Experience it all with a 24- hour sightseeing pass and Golden Gate * Denver City tour shopping, great nightlife and wonderful bay cruise. * San Francisco 24-hour sightseeing pass and Bay cruise restaurants and bars. Enjoy the best of the sights with an included sightseeing Hotel for 3 nights: hotel Abri pass. DAY 17: San Francisco Hotel for 3 nights: Raffaello departure DAY 8: Amtrak® Your tour ends on check out this Take the afternoon departure of the morning. California Zephyr and enjoy America’s majestic landscapes as you travel along the valleys and fields of the Midwest to the snow-capped peaks of the “Mile High City.” Overnight on-board; roomette accommodation DAYS 9 & 10: Denver Arrive in Denver and make your way to your hotel. See the sights on your own today - visit City Park, a 330-acre urban park, the State Capitol, modeled after the United States Capitol and the Denver Art Museum. Tomorrow enjoy an included city tour. New York City Hotel for 2 nights: The Curtis

Price shown is per person based on 2 people sharing. Sole use from £4,319 per person. 69 HOTELS ACROSS AMERICA

We understand that not everyone wants to take a pre-planned holiday, so we’ve assembled a few of our favourite hotels across America to help you choose the components to create your holiday of a lifetime. And if you can’t find exactly what you are looking for, we have access to thousands more as well, just ask our holiday designers. From five-star deluxe city hotels to more modest establishments; country B&B’s to luxury lodges and beachside resorts, we have it covered.

Las Vegas, Nevada

70 71 HILTON HAWAIIAN VILLAGE, COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT, WAIKIKI WAIKIKI

From £251 per room per night From £243 per room per night

This resort-style beachfront hotel is ACCOMMODATION Located just two blocks from world ACCOMMODATION built on a serene lagoon with lush 2,800 air-conditioned famous Waikiki Beach and one block 401 air-conditioned rooms tropical gardens, exotic wildlife and rooms feature TV, Wi-Fi, from the centre of Waikiki’s shopping, offer TV, fridge, free an outstanding range of facilities fridge, balcony, coffee dining and nightly entertainment, the Wi-Fi, safe, coffee maker, with magnificent views of Waikiki and maker, hairdryer, iron & Courtyard by Marriott offers a true urban balcony, hairdryer, iron & Diamond Head. Located at the western board, safe oasis nestled in the heart of Waikiki. board end of Waikiki, adjacent to Fort DeRussy With two outdoor pools for relaxing Park and a pleasant 15 minute stroll FACILITIES away from that glorious beach or after FACILITIES along the wide, sandy beach into the 2 restaurants, 3 bars, a day sightseeing and comfortable Restaurant, bar, 2 outdoor resort centre. 5 outdoor pools, gym, accommodation, it’s an ideal Waikiki pools, fitness centre, spa, health spa, kids club, choice. free Wi-Fi in public areas, Wi-Fi, parking, business valet parking centre Our Rating: plus Our Rating: plus

HYATT REGENCY, SHERATON, MAUI KAUAI

From £480 per room per night From £437 per room per night

Hawaiian hospitality at its finest. Set ACCOMMODATION Explore the Hawaiian Island of Kauai, ACCOMMODATION in 40 acres of oceanfront along Maui’s 806 air-conditioned located on the sunny south shore 394 rooms provide TV, Ka’anapali Beach, The Hyatt Regency rooms and suites have TV, of Poipu Beach. The Sheraton Kauai Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, Maui Resort and Spa offers award mini bar, balcony, room Resort offers oceanfront and poolside room service, hair dryer, winning service in tropical paradise. The service, tea and coffee bungalows and is host to many outdoor balcony, tea and coffee property boasts 775 rooms and 31 suites, making facilities, safe, hair activities from water sports to golf. The making facilities many with oceanside views, lush gardens dryer Hawaiian Rainforest Spa at this luxurious and swimming pools. property is well worth visiting after a FACILITIES FACILITIES day on the golden sands just steps away Restaurant, pool, spa, Restaurant, Wi-Fi, 2 bars, from your door. gym, bar, Wi-Fi, beach, 2 pools, spa, gym, beach, salon, laundry service, gift shuttle service, laundry, shop, free parking Our Rating: gift shop, parking Our Rating:

72 THE MOTIF, THE EDGEWATER, SEATTLE SEATTLE

From £185 per room per night From £200 per room per night

The Motif Seattle enjoys a spectacular ACCOMMODATION Perfectly located right on Pier 67 with ACCOMMODATION location in downtown Seattle, close 319 rooms provide TV, outstanding views over Puget Sound 223 air-conditioned rooms to restaurants, attractions, bars and air-conditioning, room and Elliott Bay, the Olympic Mountains feature TV, Wi-Fi, entertainment venues. The Motif Seattle service, hair dryer, tea and and the city skyline, The Edgewater is mini-bar, coffee maker, Hotel is inspired by Seattle’s rich fashion, coffee making facilities Seattle’s only luxury waterfront hotel. gas fireplace, hairdryer, arts and music scene and offers modern The wooden décor and rock fireplaces iron & board, room service amenities with residential comfort for a FACILITIES give a look and feel of a northwest relaxed stay. Wi-Fi, gym, bar, fishing lodge and the hotel’s restaurant FACILITIES restaurant, laundry terrace is a superb place to dine in the Restaurant, bar, gym, service, sun terrace, summer months with lovely waterfront boutique, gift shop, parking views. business centre, parking

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MILLENNIUM BILTMORE BEVERLY HILTON LOS ANGELES LOS ANGELES

From £246 per room per night From £340 per room per night

A Los Angeles downtown landmark, ACCOMMODATION Standing at the corner of Wilshire ACCOMMODATION the Biltmore exudes old-world charm 683 air-conditioned rooms Boulevard and Santa Monica Boulevard, 569 air-conditioned rooms and style. Its famous façade has starred & suites offer TV, Wi-Fi, the Beverly Hilton is an icon of glamour have TV, Wi-Fi, MP3 alarm in many films and the hotel hosted coffee maker, hairdryer, and luxury. Located in the heart of clock, safe, hairdryer, iron the presidential campaign of John F iron & board Beverly Hills within walking distance of & board, mini-bar, coffee Kennedy. It’s well located for the Walt Rodeo Drive & Century City it has a rich maker Disney Concert Hall and for exploring FACILITIES tradition of hosting red carpet events the city with public transport right on 2 restaurants, 2 bars, and Trader Vic’s is a popular haunt. FACILITIES the doorstep. Rooms feature a classic indoor swimming pool, Restaurants, 2 bars, spa, elegant décor and the hotel bar is great gym, gift shop, business fitness centre, outdoor for celebrity spotting. centre, valet parking swimming pool, Wi-Fi, parking Our Rating: plus Our Rating:

73 HOLIDAY INN FISHERMAN’S THE HANDLERY UNION WHARF, SAN FRANCISCO SQUARE, SAN FRANCISCO

From £227 per room per night From £268 per room per night

Located just a short walk from ACCOMMODATION This very popular hotel offers classic San ACCOMMODATION Fisherman’s Wharf, this popular hotel 585 air-conditioned rooms Franciscan style and comfort. Set in the 377 air-conditioned rooms is two blocks from the cable car offer cable TV, free heart of the city by Union Square’s finest with TV, free Wi-Fi, coffee turnaround and right by many of the Wi-Fi, iron & board, coffee shops, boutiques and galleries and in maker, hair dryer, iron & city’s main attractions including the maker, hairdryer, safe, the middle of the Theatre and restaurant board, fridge, safe Alcatraz ferry dock, North Beach and room service district it has been run by the same historic Fort Mason. It offers many family owners for over 60 years. The FACILITIES conveniences including an outdoor pool. FACILITIES cable car to Nob Hill and Fisherman’s Restaurant, bar, heated Some rooms offer views across the bay 2 restaurants, cocktail Wharf is just around the corner. outdoor pool, sun deck, to Alcatraz Island. lounge, fitness room, fitness centre, valet heated outdoor pool Includes breakfast. parking (seasonal), coffee shop, business centre Our Rating: Our Rating: plus

SHERATON FISHERMAN’S HILTON PARC 55, WHARF, SAN FRANCISCO SAN FRANCISCO

From £497 per room per night From £187 per room per night

Enjoying an excellent location on ACCOMMODATION Parc 55 San Francisco – A Hilton hotel ACCOMMODATION Fisherman’s Wharf, the Sheraton is in the 531 air-conditioned rooms it located in the heart of San Francisco, 1,024 air-conditioned heart on the action. Pier 39, Ghirardelli offer TV, Wi-Fi, coffee close to the Financial District and on the guest rooms featuring Square, Alcatraz Island and cruise boats maker, iron & board, cusp of SOMA (South of Market), so is TV, radio, safe, hair dryer, are all close by. Add well appointed hairdryer, room service the perfect setting for a stay in the City tea and coffee making rooms and an atmospheric lobby and by the Bay. The hotel offers relaxing facilities, iron and board you’ve a great place to stay. FACILITIES rooms and is well connected to the city’s Restaurant, bar with colourful neighbourhoods so you can FACILITIES outdoor living room with enjoy dining, cultural attractions and the Restaurant, bar, gift shop, fire-pits, outdoor heated local coffee shops. business centre, fitness pool, fitness centre, centre and laundry service parking, free Wi-Fi in the Our Rating: lobby Our Rating:

74 LUXOR, THE VENETIAN, LAS VEGAS LAS VEGAS

From £60 per room per night From £210 per room per night

This Egyptian themed hotel is a 30-story ACCOMMODATION This deluxe hotel, inspired by the beauty ACCOMMODATION bronze glass pyramid and a mixture of 4,408 air-conditioned and charm of Renaissance Venice, has 4,027 air-conditioned ancient Egypt and Las Vegas fantasy are rooms offer TV, its own replica of the Grand Canal and suites have TV, Wi-Fi, sure to please you, and the 110ft Sphinx free Wi-Fi, hairdryer, iron features Venetian inspired touches and hairdryer, safe, marble makes an impressive doorman! The & board decor. Suites are modern European bathroom with TV lavish rooms have a unique view of either style and feature a sunken lounge and the Strip, the mountains, or the fabulous FACILITIES luxury touches. With a range of bars, FACILITIES pool. 4 pools, whirlpool, health restaurants and entertainment the 16 restaurants, 5 bars, spa, casino, 6 restaurants Venetian is a great choice. 5 swimming pools, 2 & bars, shopping mall whirlpools, casino, gym, Canyon Ranch Spa, Grand Canal Shops Our Rating: Our Rating:

BELLAGIO, WYNN, LAS VEGAS LAS VEGAS

From £138 per room per night From £197 per room per night

Inspired by the Italian village of ACCOMMODATION The Wynn Las Vegas Resort offers ACCOMMODATION Bellagio, this deluxe hotel brings a 3,933 air-conditioned modern and exotic experiences in 2,716 rooms provide TV, level of elegance, grace and romance rooms with TV, free Wi-Fi, a prime location on the famous Las air-conditioning, room to Las Vegas. The 12-acre lake with its iHome clock, safe, minibar, Vegas strip, featuring upscale rooms service, hair dryer, mini choreographed fountains is a Vegas 24 hour room service with spacious windows, views of Vegas bar must-see. The reception has a feature and first-class amenities you’ll be ceiling of Murano glass and the shopping FACILITIES comfortable on your stay. Be sure to FACILITIES arcade is to die for. 20 restaurants, bars and check out the 5 designer pools with Wi-Fi, gym, 5 pools, 13 cafés, 5 outdoor pools, cabanas and boutique shopping onsite restaurants, bars and nightclub, showroom, too. cafes, terrace, nightclub, casinos, whirlpool, fitness wellness spa, laundry, centre, spa, shops, casino, parking Our Rating: botanical gardens Our Rating: plus

75 YOSEMITE VIEW LODGE TENAYA LODGE

From £124 per room per night From £204 per room per night

Located just outside the park in El Portal, ACCOMMODATION A classic and comfortable mountain ACCOMMODATION on a beautiful stretch of the Merced 335 rooms have TV, coffee resort set in evergreen forest bordering 294 air-conditioned River, the Yosemite View Lodge is five maker, toaster, microwave, the Sierra National Forest, Tenaya Lodge rooms with TV, Wi-Fi, minutes from the western ‘Arch Rock’ fridge, hairdryer, iron & makes a great retreat for exploring the fridge, safe, coffee maker, entrance to the park and Yosemite board, internet stunning surroundings and just 2 miles hairdryer, iron & board Valley is a twenty-minute drive. Relax in from the south gate of Yosemite National the hotel’s cosy lounge or in one of the FACILITIES Park. Take the resort’s guided nature FACILITIES outdoor whirlpools. 3 outdoor pools, 1 indoor tour or have a taste of the ‘Old West’ 3 restaurants, pizzeria, pool, 6 whirlpools, 2 on a chuck-wagon campfire cook-out deli, 2 indoor pools, restaurants, bar, free (summer only). outdoor pool, whirlpools, parking gym, sauna, health spa, shop, free parking Our Rating: plus Our Rating:

THE AHWAHNEE HOTEL YOSEMITE VALLEY LODGE

From £487 per room per night From £222 per room per night

The Ahwahnee Hotel stands out as ACCOMMODATION Yosemite Valley lodge offers guests a ACCOMMODATION Yosemite National Park’s only four 97 rooms feature TV, scenic stay with both glass and wood 241 rooms provide TV, diamond hotel. Built in the 1920’s with air-conditioning, mini bar, architecture work combining natural light balcony, mini bar, tea and aims to highlight its natural surroundings balcony, room service, showcasing mountain views. The lodge coffee making facilities this hotel is an architectural masterpiece tea and coffee making also provides an abundance of outdoor FACILITIES offering a blend of grandness and history facilities, safe activities in the surrounding Yosemite with intimacy and elegance. Be sure to National park. With 241 rooms and a Wi-Fi, pool, bar, visit local attractions such as Yosemite FACILITIES campground onsite, there is lots to do restaurant, free parking Falls and Glacier Point. Wi-Fi, restaurant, bar, and see. 2 pools, gym, shuttle service, laundry, free parking Our Rating: plus Our Rating:

76 BEST WESTERN SQUIRE INN, YAVAPAI LODGE EAST, GRAND CANYON GRAND CANYON

From £102 per room per night From £142 per room per night

The Grand Canyon is home to some ACCOMMODATION Located within walking distance from ACCOMMODATION of the most stunning scenery in the 250 rooms with TV, the south rim of the Grand Canyon 358 rooms provide TV, American Southwest. This hotel is the coffee maker, free Wi-Fi, you’ll find the Yavapai Lodge. Consisting air-conditioning, mini bar, only resort style property at the Grand hairdryer, iron & board, of 6 double story buildings featuring hair dryer, tea and coffee Canyon, located just 7 miles from the fridge, safe rooms with modern amenities. There’s a making facilities South Rim entrance of the Grand Canyon restaurant and bar / lounge for relaxing National Park. FACILITIES after a day of sightseeing and free FACILITIES 2 restaurants, lounge, parking. Wi-Fi, restaurant, free sports bar, bowling alley, parking, shuttle service heated outdoor pool (seasonal), fitness room, free Parking Our Rating: Our Rating:

BEST WESTERN RUBY’S INN, ZION LODGE, BRYCE CANYON ZION

From £88 per room per night From £203 per room per night

This is the closest hotel to Bryce Canyon ACCOMMODATION Built over 90 years ago, this charming ACCOMMODATION National Park, just one mile away from 368 air-conditioned lodge is right inside the National Park 115 motel rooms and the park entrance. Built in a style that rooms with TV, free Wi-Fi, and some of the park trails run right cabins offer reflects its surroundings it offers modern hairdryer, iron & board, past the door. With a mixture of classic air-conditioning, TV, free accommodation and a host of facilities coffee maker, fridge cabins and more modern motel rooms it Internet, coffee maker, and activities. offers comfortable accommodation from porch or balcony FACILITIES which to explore this diverse region. For 2 restaurants, indoor pool, those who prefer a bit more to do in FACILITIES outdoor hot tub, gift shop, the evenings, Springdale is a short drive Restaurant, café and gift horseback riding, guided away and offers a more diverse range of shop, free parking ATV tours, free parking, eating options. free Wi-Fi in public area, Our Rating: laundry Our Rating:

77 THE CURTIS - A DOUBLETREE HOTEL RL, BY HILTON, DENVER SALT LAKE CITY

From £166 per room per night From £118 per room per night

A boutique hotel offering a welcoming ACCOMMODATION This superb hotel is situated in the ACCOMMODATION and fun atmosphere with modern 336 rooms feature TV, heart of downtown Salt Lake City 394 air-conditioned guest amenities. Located in Denver’s air-conditioning, room and 15 minutes from the Salt Lake rooms offer TV, phone, downtown district offering local service, safe City International Airport. The hotel fridge, microwave, free transport to nearby attractions such as offers quality and convenience with Wi-Fi, hair dryer, coffee/ FACILITIES the 16th Street Mall makes the location comfortable and well-appointed guest tea making facilities ideal for sightseeing. Guest floors are Wi-Fi, restaurant, parking, rooms. Enjoy the fantastic view from designed to reflect a pop theme from shuttle service, café, gym, your room that Salt Lake has to offer FACILITIES TV to music and arts, also enjoy a warm bar, laundry from the mountains to the scenic Restaurant, lounge, coffee chocolate chip cookie on arrival. downtown area. Fine dining, shopping, shop, room service, fitness and entertainment are just minutes away. centre, outdoor pool (seasonal), whirlpool, business centre, laundry Our Rating: Our Rating: services

HOTEL RAFAELLO, PALMER HOUSE, CHICAGO CHICAGO

From £122 per room per night From £134 per room per night

Located on Chicago’s fabled Gold ACCOMMODATION A historic landmark hotel, dating back ACCOMMODATION Coast and centrally located on Michigan 170 air-conditioned rooms to 1871, this hotel is ideally located and 1,639 air-conditioned Avenue and the Magnificent Mile, this offer TV, DVD player, combines traditional elegance with rooms have TV, MP3 dock, boutique hotel is in a great location for I-Pod docking station, modern facilities. Located on the Loop Wi-Fi, safe, iron & board, exploring the city. Relax on its rooftop mini bar, microwave, it is within close proximity to many of room service Drumbar lounge and gardens on the 18th fridge, hair dryer, coffee/ Chicago’s major attractions; Grant Park, FACILITIES floor and take in the wide views of the tea making facilities State Street and South Michigan Avenue city skyline. shopping are steps away, whilst it’s an Restaurant, 2 bars - one FACILITIES easy walk to Millennium Park, Navy Pier serving bar meals, gym, Restaurant, bar, coffee and the ‘Magnificent Mile’ shops of North indoor pool, spa, gift shop, room service, Michigan Avenue. shop, valet parking laundry services, business Our Rating: centre, free Wi-Fi, parking Our Rating:

78 CAPITOL SKYLINE, WASHINGTON WASHINGTON HILTON

From £118 per room per night From £170 per room per night

Conveniently located five blocks from ACCOMMODATION The Hilton Washington hotel is a ACCOMMODATION Capitol Hill and within easy walk of 203 air-conditioned rooms contemporary urban retreat in the heart 1,078 air-conditioned the National monuments, Smithsonian offer TV, free Wi-Fi, safe, of the nation’s capital. Enjoy being in rooms offer TV, safe, and the Arena Stage, the Capitol hairdryer, iron & board the centre of D.C.’s most sought-after amenities, coffee/tea Skyline offers spacious comfortable neighbourhoods. Highlights of the making facilities, hairdryer, FACILITIES accommodation at the crossroads of hotel include panoramic views of D.C. iron and board the vibrant Southeast and Southwest Restaurant, lounge bar, skyline with most guestrooms featuring districts and a free shuttle to the closest outdoor pool & bar beautiful views and when it comes to FACILITIES metro stop. There’s a restaurant and (summer), free Wi-Fi in location, no other hotel offers a truer Restaurant, bar, room a lounge bar for a relaxing drink with public areas, parking Washington experience. service, gift shop, business sports events screened regularly. centre, fitness centre, outdoor pool, sun deck, free Wi-Fi Our Rating: Our Rating:

HAMPTON INN, PHILADELPHIA MARRIOTT PHILADELPHIA DOWNTOWN

From £131 per room per night From £173 per room per night

This recently renovated hotel is ACCOMMODATION Commanding a distinctive presence ACCOMMODATION conveniently located in downtown 250 air-conditioned with its towering profile in the heart 1,332 air-conditioned Philadelphia adjacent to the Pennsylvania rooms with TV, free Wi-Fi, of Philadelphia, the hotel’s downtown rooms feature TV, radio, Convention Centre and within walking radio, coffee/tea making location surrounds guests with rich mini fridge, safe, coffee/ distance to the city’s best restaurants, facilities, hair dryer, iron revolutionary history and culture tea maker, hair dryer shopping and attractions. This property and board reflective of the city’s 18th century offers comfortable rooms and dining service as the nation’s capital. Exceeding FACILITIES with a casual American flare. FACILITIES the expectations of travellers, this hotel Restaurant, bar, coffee Bar, coffee shop, gift shop, is located near the Convention Centre shop, room service, fitness fitness centre, indoor pool, and within eight blocks of Independence centre, indoor pool, Jacuzzi, business centre, Hall and the Liberty Bell. business centre, gift shop, laundry services, parking laundry services, free Our Rating: Our Rating: Wi-Fi

79 THE DYLAN, NOVOTEL NEW YORK NEW YORK TIMES SQUARE

From £166 per room per night From £201 per room per night

The Historic hotel Dylan NYC is located ACCOMMODATION This popular hotel is right on the corner ACCOMMODATION in Midtown between Park and Madison 107 air-conditioned rooms of Broadway & 57th Street, in the heart 480 air-conditioned avenues, this boutique hotel is 1 block offer TV, radio, coffee/ tea of Midtown New York’s theatre district rooms are spacious and from Fifth Avenue, Grand Central maker, hair dryer, iron and within walking distance of attractions contemporary in design, Terminal, and New York Public Library. board including Times Square, Central Park, with work desk, flat screen With stylish guest rooms and distinct museums and prestigious shops. The TV, minibar, in-room safe, FACILITIES service, the Dylan hotel is sized for hotel brasserie offers spectacular views hairdryer, Internet, room Restaurant, bar, lounge, relaxation and appointed for pleasure; a of Broadway and Times Square. service midtown Manhattan hotel at the centre room service, fitness of New York style. centre, free Wi-Fi, laundry FACILITIES facilities, business centre Brasserie, fitness centre

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IBEROSTAR 70 PARK AVENUE, THE NEW YORKER NEW YORK

From £116 per room per night From £235 per room per night

With an Art Deco style and the iconic ACCOMMODATION The Iberostar 70 Park Avenue ACCOMMODATION illuminating ‘New Yorker’ sign immersed 1,083 rooms feature TV, hotel offers guests an elegant and 202 rooms feature TV, in the magnificent New York Skyline air-conditioning, room sophisticated ambiance. Located in Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, since 1930, The New Yorker Hotel is as service, safe the heart of Manhattan you have all of mini bar, safe much of a New York City icon itself as it New York’s experiences at your door. is proximity to all Manhattan attractions FACILITIES This boutique hotel offers personalised FACILITIES including a 10-minute walk to Times Wi-Fi, gym, bar, service in a luxury urban hideaway. Wi-Fi, gym, parking, Square. Recent upgrades to rooms restaurant, laundry, laundry, parking ensure to deliver modern comfort and parking style to all guests.

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80 DOUBLETREE BY HILTON, SHERATON, BOSTON DOWNTOWN BOSTON

From £139 per room per night From £131 per room per night

This downtown Boston hotel is ACCOMMODATION Located in the Boston’s Back Bay ACCOMMODATION conveniently located in the heart of 267 air-conditioned rooms area, close to a fantastic range of 1,220 air-conditioned Boston’s Theatre District and welcomes feature TV, radio, safe, hair boutiques along fashionable Newbury rooms and suites feature each guest with the aroma of the full- dryer, coffee/tea making Street, and lots of choices for evening flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, service on-site Starbucks® as well as their facilities, iron and board entertainment, dining and drinking, the coffee maker, safe, signature warm chocolate chip cookie. Sheraton is connected to the shops in hairdryer, iron & board, FACILITIES Within walking distance to the Boston the Prudential Centre and Copley Place room service Common, Chinatown and the public Restaurant, room service, Mall. The huge swimming pool is ideal for gardens it is a great base for exploring bar, coffee shop, room relaxing should you need a break from FACILITIES the city. service, fitness centre, the sights and shops. Restaurant, café, coffee jacuzzi, business centre, shop, swimming pool, laundry service gym, sauna, business centre, parking, Wi-Fi Our Rating: Our Rating:

WESTIN BOSTON THE BOSTONIAN, COPLEY PLACE BOSTON

From £131 per room per night From £237 per room per night

Experience one of Boston’s most ACCOMMODATION The Bostonian hotel enjoys a great ACCOMMODATION celebrated neighbourhoods from The 803 air-conditioned location across the road from Quincy 201 rooms feature TV, Westin Copley Place, Boston. Recently rooms feature TV, fridge, Market and surrounded by bars and air-conditioning, balcony, renovated, this hotel is situated in the safe, hair dryer, coffee/tea restaurants. The red brick façade is a room service, safe heart of historic Back Bay, places you maker, iron and board Boston icon with its Juliette balconies near Faneuil Hall, Fenway Park and and the classic interior. The Freedom trail FACILITIES more, all just minutes away. Within the FACILITIES is on the doorstep and many of the city’s Wi-Fi, gym, restaurant, hotel enjoy a welcoming atmosphere, Restaurant, bar, spa, historic attractions are within an easy bar, laundry, salon, parking beautifully appointed guest rooms fitness centre, pool, gift walk. The Bostonian offers affordable and suites and dining from American shop, laundry services, luxury and impeccable service. favourites to the Brazilian steakhouse. business centre

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81 THE LODGE AT SPRUCE PEAK, STOWE BLUENOSE INN, BAR HARBOR

From £348 per room per night From £149 per room per night

The lodge at Spruce Peak is located ACCOMMODATION The sweeping views of Frenchman bay ACCOMMODATION at the base of Vermont’s tallest peak, 300 rooms and suites make the Bluenose Inn a perfect choice 98 Rooms feature TV, Mount Mansfield and is the only luxury offer air-conditioning, TV, when visiting the seaside town of Bar air-conditioning, balcony, ski in/ski out property in the Spruce Peak Wi-Fi, some have balcony Harbor or exploring the Acadia National safe Village. Enjoy a balcony, stone fireplace and kitchenette Park. Set in three buildings, the hotel is and marble bathroom in a modern suite minutes away from the attractions of FACILITIES with the ski slopes at your front door and FACILITIES the town and offers an indoor pool and Wi-Fi, 3 pools, gym, bar, a 36-hole golf course making this a year Wi-Fi, 3 pools, bar, spa for relaxing after a day sightseeing restaurant, spa, laundry, round destination. restaurant, skiing, shuttle and the Looking glass restaurant offers a gift shop, free parking service, spa, gym, laundry, varied menu. golf course, parking

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THE CAPE CODDER RESORT, MERILL FARM INN, HYANNIS NORTH CONWAY

From £134 per room per night From £99 per room per night

Ideally located on the outskirts of ACCOMMODATION Just five minutes away from North ACCOMMODATION Hyannis the Cape Codder is a great 244 air-conditioned Conway and tucked in New Hampshire’s 60 rooms feature TV, base from which to explore everything rooms offer TV, Wi-Fi, White Mountains surrounded by nature air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, that Cape Cod has to offer. After a day coffee maker, fridge with panoramic views of mountain peaks fridge sightseeing relax in the outdoor pool or you’ll find the Merill Farm Inn. Rooms indoor waterpark (small charge), enjoy FACILITIES showcase a rustic, warm and tranquil FACILITIES the spa or relax with a drink in the bar. Wi-Fi, waterpark, 3 pools, charm, and the restaurant is proud of its Wi-Fi, pool, fitness center, The harbour and golf course are a short bar, restaurant, spa, shops, “farm to table” menu. sauna, bar, restaurant, drive away. gym, laundry, game room, laundry, hot tub, free free parking parking

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82 THE GUESTHOUSE AT CROWNE PLAZA MEMPHIS GRACELAND

From £176 per room per night From £170 per room per night

Well positioned in downtown Memphis, ACCOMMODATION Just steps away from Graceland Mansion, ACCOMMODATION the Crowne Plaza is conveniently located 230 well-appointed and the Guest House at Graceland is inspired 450 well-appointed rooms within walking distance of the Memphis air-conditioned rooms by the same warm Southern hospitality feature TV, free Wi-Fi, trolley system which provides easy offer TV, free Wi-Fi, coffee that Elvis Presley always showed his media hub, mini fridge, access to both the business district and maker, hairdryer, iron & guests; every aspect of this new hotel coffee maker, hairdryer, the local tourist attractions. The Beale board reflects Elvis’ personal style and the room service Street entertainment district is within unique character of Graceland. It’s an an easy walk and there’s an outdoor FACILITIES incredible “home away from home” FACILITIES pool for a little relaxation after a day of Restaurant, bar, outdoor where guests enjoy royal treatment and 2 restaurants, bar, pool sightseeing. pool, fitness centre, world-class amenities that would make bar, outdoor pool, free business centre, parking the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll proud. Wi-Fi, parking

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HOTEL MONTELEONE, HOLIDAY INN CHATEAU NEW ORLEANS LE MOYNE, NEW ORLEANS

From £156 per room per night From £133 per room per night

Located in the centre of the French ACCOMMODATION Enjoying an unbeatable location in the ACCOMMODATION Quarter and family-owned for over a 600 rooms with flatscreen heart of New Orleans, just one block 171 air-conditioned rooms 100 years, the Hotel Monteleone takes TV, coffee maker, hair from Bourbon Street in the famous offer TV, free Internet, pride in its hard earned reputation for dryer, iron & board, French Quarter, this popular hotel is part safe, coffee maker, iron & excellence and is a New Orleans icon. Set Internet, safe, iHome clock of the Holiday Inn group. With wrought- board, room service on the world famous Royal Street, the radio iron balconies and shaded courtyards, Hotel Monteleone is your gateway to the this historic hotel is just minutes from FACILITIES French Quarter and is a block from the FACILITIES the bars of Bourbon Street and yet Breakfast room, bar, sights and sounds of Bourbon Street. Restaurant, bar, rooftop far enough away to guarantee a good courtyard with heated pool, full service spa, night’s sleep. outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, business business centre, valet centre, parking parking Our Rating: Our Rating:

83 MONDRIAN MIAMI SOUTH HILTON MIAMI DOWNTOWN BEACH

From £155 per room per night From £263 per room per night

Located in downtown Miami just minutes ACCOMMODATION This superior hotel is located on ACCOMMODATION from South Beach, Port of Miami and the 527 air-conditioned rooms fashionable West Avenue, a quiet 330 air-conditioned Arts and Design districts of Miami this featuring TV, coffee enclave just minutes from the bustling rooms with plasma TV, hotel is a great base. This Hilton hotel maker, safe, hairdryer, iron centre of South Beach with spectacular Bose iPod speaker, Wi-Fi, offers modern and comfortable rooms, and board views of the Atlantic, Biscayne Bay workspace & desk, safe tantalising fusion cuisines in the Bistro and downtown Miami. Within walking and a great outdoor pool and terrace on FACILITIES distance of acclaimed restaurants as FACILITIES the 7th floor with stunning sunset and Restaurant, bar, gift shop, well as casual dining, coffee shops Restaurant and bar, pool skyline views. outdoor pool, fitness and boutiques, and premier nightlife with cabanas, kids pool, centre, business centre, destinations are also close by. spa, business centre, free laundry service, parking parking

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THE PELICAN GRAND BEACH OCEAN SKY FORT RESORT, FORT LAUDERDALE LAUDERDALE

From £194 per room per night From £130 per room per night

Located on the beach front, The Pelican ACCOMMODATION Enjoy an ocean front setting in the ACCOMMODATION Grand Beach Resort boasts breath 159 rooms feature TV, perfectly situated Ocean Sky Hotel and 225 rooms feature TV, taking views of the Atlantic Ocean. All air-conditioning, balcony, Resort in the heart of Fort Lauderdale. air-conditioning, balcony, guest rooms and suites were renovated room service, mini bar, All rooms offer open air balconies and room service in January 2019 ensuring all modern safe are warmly decorated to make you comforts and amenities are available feel at home. You wont have to go far FACILITIES whilst also offering guests a sense of old FACILITIES to enjoy the Tiki Bar’s cocktails, the Wi-Fi, 3 pools, 2 bars, Florida grandeur. Wi-Fi, pool, bar, gym, oversized outdoor jacuzzi and the onsite jacuzzi, restaurant, gym, beach, restaurant, salon, mini golf course all located within the private beach, laundry, spa, laundry, lazy river, gift resort. parking shop, parking

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84 ROSEN INN INTERNATIONAL, UNIVERSAL’S ENDLESS ORLANDO SUMMER RESORT, SURFSIDE

From £65 per room per night From £75 per room per night

Located on International Drive next ACCOMMODATION Newly opened in July 2019, this new ACCOMMODATION door to the world’s largest McDonalds 728 rooms feature TV, hotel makes your Universal experience 750 rooms feature TV, and within walking distance of shops, air-conditioning, affordable. With a relaxed and easy air-conditioning, restaurants and dinner shows the refrigerator, Wi-Fi feeling and sunny, beach-themed kitchenette, safe Rosen offers great value for money. rooms, Surfside Inn and Suites is a There’s a free scheduled shuttle service FACILITIES great base for families of all ages. FACILITIES to Orlando’s fantastic attractions of Wi-Fi, 2 pools, restaurant, Located on International Drive, but with Wi-Fi, 2 pools, 2 bars, SeaWorld® and Universal Orlando Resort bar, free parking, laundry, complimentary transportation, it’s an restaurant, café, lazy river, and after a day at the parks a swimming gym, gift shop, shuttle easy distance between the hotel and shops, bowling, gym, pool to cool off and a restaurant and bar service Universal’s theme parks. laundry, shuttle service, for a relaxing drink. hot bath, parking

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CABANA BAY BEACH RESORT, WALT DISNEY WORLD DOLPHIN ORLANDO RESORT, LAKE BUENA VISTA

From £110 per room per night From £260 per room per night

Enjoy vibrant, retro style with rooms ACCOMMODATION Enjoying a stunning location this ACCOMMODATION inspired by classic Florida beach resorts 2,200 rooms and suites colourful hotel and its sister, the Swan, 1,509 rooms feature TV, of the 1950s and 60s at Universal’s feature air-conditioning, is minutes from both Epcot and Disney’s air-conditioning, balcony, Cabana Bay Beach Resort. Relax and TV, safe Hollywood Studios™ using the water room service, safe play, surrounded by amazing iconic taxis of the Disney transportation architecture. Savour your choice of FACILITIES system. There’s a wealth of facilities FACILITIES scrumptious selections in the incredible Wi-Fi, 2 pools, 2 bars, shared with the Swan including five Wi-Fi, 2 pools, 2 bars, food court. Every day comes with fun restaurant, café, lazy river, pools and the Balinese inspired Mandara restaurant, spa, tennis for all ages with two massive pools, a shops, bowling, gym, Spa and you’ll receive all the Disney court, hot bath, laundry, winding lazy river, a bowling alley and laundry, shuttle service, Resort benefits, including early park shuttle service, parking more. hot bath, parking entry.

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85 GETTING AROUND THE USA

With a country as vast and varied as America, there needs to be plenty of modes of transport to help you explore it. Fear not – we have options for every taste. If you want the hassle taken out of travelling, we offer transfers, so you can sit back and relax as your driver takes you to your destination. Driving in America is easy, with wide-open roads and truly beautiful scenery along the way; hiring a car or motorhome is a great way to cover a multitude of places whilst exploring at your own pace. The airline you choose to fly with will get your holiday off to a great start; we’ve included some of the best so that your American dream can be started in the best way possible.

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86 87 CAR HIRE

There’s nothing better than freedom; being able to explore at your RENTAL PERIOD own pace, in your own time. Nothing better than going where the Rates are based on a 24 hour time period commencing at the car is fancy takes you, pausing now and then to gaze at the scenery or taken; e.g. a car collected at 9am must be returned by 9am to avoid stopping off in a quaint village or beauty spot, a roadside diner or incurring late fees. Minimum rental period is 1 day for standard rentals country inn. Nothing better than cruising along country lanes without and 5 days for enhanced and one-way rentals. a care in the world; and America is just made for exploring. CAR TYPES From the stunning scenery of the majestic National Parks to the laid Car models are shown for guidance only and may differ from those back beaches of the California coast; from cruising along the Mother shown. Specific models cannot be guaranteed. Road, Route 66, to the leafy lanes and byways of New England; from cities like Boston and San Francisco to the excitement of Florida’s RENTAL AGE theme parks, there really is something for everyone. You can choose Minimum age for renting is 21. Drivers under 25 will be charged an from one of our pre planned self-drives or just hire a car, book some underage fee. hotels and take off on your own; the choice is yours. ONE WAY RENTALS But whatever you choose you can do so in the knowledge that our One way rentals are allowed throughout the USA for all car groups partners, Alamo and National, are two of the most respected names in except economy cars. They are subject to availability and must be the car rental business offering the widest range of locations and the pre-booked. One way fees apply depending on routings and are best fleet of high quality, reliable cars available. payable locally. One way rentals within Florida and California are FREE of the one way charge, except for Convertible cars rented in San OUR RATES INCLUDE: Francisco between 01 July & 31 August when a one way fee is charged. * Unlimited mileage One way fees are based on distance and we will advise the fee at the time of booking. One way fees are payable locally on collection and * Collision Damage Waiver will be subject to local taxes. * Supplementary Liability Insurance * Handling fees CHOOSE THE RIGHT CAR SIZE American cars are large, but the boot space tends to limited for * State & local taxes and some airport fees the size of the car. Please ensure that you choose a car that will ADDED VALUE: Our fully inclusive prices now include a second driver accommodate all your luggage and not just one with enough seats free. for the passengers. And don’t forget about the souvenirs that you’ll collect along the way. ALAMO GOLD RATES ALSO INCLUDE: CHILD SEATS * Up to 3 Additional drivers Child seats are required by law for all children under the age of 4 years * 1st tank of fuel (ages may vary between states). These can be rented at a charge of approx $7 per day (payable locally). A deposit may be required. PRICES EXCLUDE: Seats are subject to availability & should be requested at the time of Personal Accident Insurance, fuel, child seats, one way fees, ski racks, booking. snow tyres, GPS (unless pre-purchased).

88 COMPACT INTERMEDIATE * Group CCAR / CDAR * Group ICAR / IDAR * Nissan Verso Sedan * Hyunday Elantra SE or similar or similar * 4 seats * 5 seats * 2 bags * 2 bags

INTERMEDIATE FULL SIZE SUV * Group FCAR * Group IFAR * Ford Fusion * Toyota RAV4 or similar or similar * 5 seats * 5 seats * 4 bags * 3 bags

FULL SIZE SUV LUXURY CAR * Group FFAR * Group LCAR / LDAR * Ford Expedition * Cadillac CTSV or similar or similar * 7 seats * 5 seats * 5 bags * 5 bags

CONVERTIBLE 7 PASSENGER MINIVAN * Group STAR * Ford Mustang * Group MVAR or similar * Dodge Grand * 2 seats Caravan or similar * 2 bags * 7 seats * 4 bags

DEPOSIT (CREDIT CARD ONLY) RENTAL LOCATIONS A credit card imprint will be taken on collecting your car to cover Cars are available at most major towns and cities throughout America. extras which have not been pre-paid e.g. fuel, child seats, one way Cars collected at an airport and returned downtown (or vice versa) fees. The credit card MUST be in the name of the main driver. Visa, may incur a small drop off charge. In locations where Alamo/ National Mastercard & American Express cards are accepted. Debit cards are do not have offices, we may provide car rental with an alternative not acceptable. rental company. Please note that the rental conditions may differ to those shown here. Full information will be provided at the time of your Extra drivers will need to produce a card in their own name when they enquiry/booking. are added to the contract at the time of pick-up.

FLORIDA, Rentals originating in: CALIFORNIA REST OF USA HAWAII CHICAGO NEW YORK MANHATTAN & NEVADA AIRPORTS CAR GROUP Per Week Per Day Per Week Per Day Per Week Per Day Per Week Per Day Per Week Per Day Per Week Per Day Compact £217 £33 £230 £34 £351 £75 £283 £44 £385 £82 £385 £82 Intermediate £234 £34 £234 £34 £385 £81 £285 £44 £420 £89 £420 £89 Intermediate SUV £267 £39 £328 £47 £437 £89 £379 £57 £474 £96 £474 £96 Full-size £267 £39 £267 £39 £413 £85 £319 £49 £450 £94 £450 £94 Full-size SUV £448 £65 £448 £65 £551 £114 £499 £75 £571 £119 N/A N/A Luxury Car £515 £75 £484 £70 £489 £101 £535 £80 £527 £112 £527 £112 Convertible £368 £53 £368 £53 £489 £101 £419 £64 £527 £112 £527 £112 7 Passenger Minivan £350 £51 £415 £59 £489 £101 £467 £71 £527 £112 £527 £112

Our FULLY INCLUSIVE PRICES are from prices and vary depending on season; pick up date determines the rental rate. GPS supplement from £12 per day, £60 per week and MUST be pre-booked. ALAMO GOLD supplement from £53 per week, £8 per day and MUST be pre-booked. Alamo & National reserve the right to upgrade cars at no extra cost for operational reasons.

89 EL MONTE MOTORHOME RENTAL

America is just built for road trips. With wide open roads, amazingly WHAT TO EXPECT varied scenery that changes with every turn in the road and over the Gone are the days when a motorhome holiday was virtually a tent on brow of every hill, stunning beaches and amazing national parks, not wheels, when roughing it was the norm. Your motorhome will have forgetting some really friendly people, there can be no better place to been built by some of the leading manufacturers in America to El explore in your own home on wheels. Our partners El Monte are part Monte’s exacting high standards, and you’ll want for nothing in your of the world wide THL group, true experts in providing motorhomes home on wheels. that make dreams come true. EVERY MOTORHOME FEATURES: A motorhome holiday is about freedom. Freedom to go where you want, explore what you want, see what you want and sleep where you * Automatic Transmission want - by the sea, a river, in the mountains or near a city. Freedom to * Cruise Control escape time and do things your way. So choose your own journey, * Power Steering travel at your own pace, experience the great open road and all of its * Cab Air - conditioning adventures and live the American Dream. * Large Storage Bay RENTAL LOCATIONS * Awning You can pick up your motorhome from no fewer than 13 popular * Auxiliary Battery and Generator locations across America: * TV with DVD * Bellingham * AM/FM Radio with CD * Chicago * 12V Interior Lighting * Denver * Dallas * Wash Basin * Las Vegas * Shower * Los Angeles * Toilet * Orlando * Water Heater * Miami * Heater & Thermostat * New York * Phoenix * Kitchen Sink * San Diego * Range (Stove) * San Francisco * Microwave * Salt Lake City * Refrigerator Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Orlando open Monday * Freezer (FS31 only) to Sunday year round, except public holidays. Dallas, New York and Bellingham are closed Sundays. Denver, Miami, Chicago, Phoenix, San When it comes to sleeping, all our models feature a fixed double bed Diego and Slat Lake City are closed Saturday and Sunday. Opening at the rear of the motorhome and a double bed over the driver cab; times are generally 0800-1700; 0800-1600 on Sunday. depending on model you can also expect bunk beds and couches / dinettes that convert to beds for sleeping. You can collect your vehicle after 1pm. You must return it between 8 and 11 am. We recommend staying in a hotel the day you arrive in the USA.

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PRICING NOT INCLUDED: El Monte operates a flexible pricing system that is based on supply * Mileage which must be pre-paid. 500 mileage pack costs from £148. and demand, so the earlier you book, or the more flexible you can be with date or vehicle type, the better the price we are able to Unlimited mileage from £787 for up to 21 days rental offer. Changing the date by a day or so, or taking a larger model, can * Generator use from £9 per night actually reduce the cost of your holiday, and our staff will advise on * GPS from £100 per rental the best options to suit your itinerary. * GPS and Wi-Fi combo from £200 per rental The minimum rental period is 7 nights, maximum rental 45 nights * Tolls, fuel, parking and campsite fees (longer on request); one way rentals have a longer minimum rental depending on location and route. Minimum age for renting an RV is 21 and all drivers must have held a full licence for at least two years. ONE WAY RENTALS One way trips are a great way to see more of the country in your A credit card in the lead driver’s name will be required at the time of holiday time. One way rentals are available between all locations on collecting the RV and $1000 held against it. (Hold is released on return request and there is an additional fee depending on the distance if there is no damage). involved that varies between $250 plus tax and $750 plus tax, payable locally. The number of vehicles available for one way rental is limited, so it’s best to book early and be prepared to perhaps reverse your route as well. ALL OUR PRICES WILL INCLUDE: * Daily rental fee for the duration of the hire * VIP insurance ($1000 liability per incident) * Personal kits * Kitchen kits * Preparation fees C22 C25 * First tank of propane * First set of toilet chemicals * 24 hour on the road support * State taxes but not road fees for Denver rentals or security fees for New York rentals

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91 EAGLE RIDER

Cue your favourite biker anthem, grab a fistful of throttle and roll CHARGING PERIOD on out to a life-affirming adventure that will change you forever. Rentals are calculated in 24hour rental periods, so you must return the There are places on the paved side of this planet that can only truly bike by the same time you collected it to avoid an extra cost. Spending be experienced by motorcycle, where life in the wind heightens an extra hour at the airport, for example, could save a day’s rental. If the senses and expands the spirit of every freedom seeking soul. you return the bike late you will be charged an hourly late fee. Bikes EagleRider provide motorcycles and design tours for men and can only be returned during office opening hours. women who are not the average citizen. Novice or expert, bikers are a breed apart, and so are their programmes. They are one of you, DRIVER AGE and understand the pure primal joy only motorcycling, above all else, Minimum age for renting is 21 and you must have a full licence that offers. allows you to operate a bike of at least 125cc engine size. RENTAL LOCATIONS SECURITY DEPOSIT EagleRider have over 150 rental locations across the length and A $100 security deposit will be charged to the renter’s credit card at breadth of America including these key touring locations: the time of rental. Los Angeles | San Francisco | Seattle | Santa Monica San Diego ONE-WAY RENTALS Phoenix | Las Vegas | Denver | Salt Lake City | Dallas | Atlanta One-way rentals are allowed between most locations and a fee is Nashville | New Orleans | Memphis | Miami | Orlando | Washington D.C. payable locally based on the distance between locations. Costs are New York | Boston | Chicago plus taxes. OUR PRICES INCLUDE * Late model bike equipped for touring DISTANCE BETWEEN LOCATIONS COST * Unlimited Mileage * Helmet for driver and passenger 0-150 miles $175 * Free transfers from selected hotels and airports to the rental office 151-500 miles $275 * Storage for luggage and personal belongings 501-750 miles $325 * VIP Express check-in 751-1000 miles $425 * VIP Zero Insurance package with zero excess for damage, $1000 excess for theft of bike, holiday interruption protection, personal 1001-2500 miles $595 effects cover and flat tyre cover. 2501+ miles $795 * Second Driver * State Taxes on rental and insurance costs THE EAGLERIDER FLEET * Environmental Surcharge EagleRider operate the largest range of late model Harley Davidson’s, so there’s bound to be something that takes your fancy, and in some NOT INCLUDED locations you can opt for BMW and Triumph models too. Images are a * Fuel & oil guide only and bike supplied may be different. * Location and special event surcharges * One-way fees * Supplemental Liability Insurance

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HD Street Glide HD Road King HD Electra Glide Ultra Classic

HD Road Glide HD Heritage Soft Tail Classic HD Street Glide Grand Touring

BIKE GROUP PRICE PER DAY FROM (LOW SEASON) 01 - 06 07 - 13 14 - 20 21 PLUS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS Grand Touring Class £184 £173 £159 £153 Touring Class £181 £170 £155 £150 Classic Class £172 £163 £150 £144 Guaranteed Model £110 per rental Supplemental Liability Insurance - $300,000 cover £19 per day Supplemental Liability Insurance - $1,000,000 cover £31 per day

Prices shown are for low season rentals and seasons vary by location, please ask at time of enquiry for a firm price. Start date of rental determines price for the entire rental. Bookings are made by group, but you can specify a model by paying the Guaranteed Model supplement.

93 World Traveller (A380) World Traveller Plus (A380)

New Club Suite First

BRITISH AIRWAYS

Flying direct from London to 26 US destinations, British Airways offers or just unwinding with world-class dining and entertainment: onward connections with oneworld® partner American Airlines across * Your own spacious suite for relaxing or dining the United States. * Comfy chair that converts into a 6ft fully flat bed WORLD TRAVELLER is a full-service economy class offering: * Superior dining and Club Kitchen for self-service refreshments * Access to private lounges and spa treatments* * Generous free baggage allowance * Dedicated check-in desks* and priority boarding * Meals and full bar service * Memory foam headrest and quilted blanket * Personal entertainment system with complimentary headphones * Luxury amenity kit and cosy bedding by The White Company * Family-friendly features and kids’ activity packs * Power supply for laptops and other electronic devices *Available at selected airports Your seat is ergonomically designed and comes with an adjustable headrest, lumbar support and recline. Your World Traveller experience FIRST is your ticket to exceptional comfort and impeccable service. also includes a few extra features to help make the journey as Your First suite is a haven of style and comfort where sophisticated enjoyable as possible, including a comfy cushion, blanket - plus flight and contemporary British design meets impeccable service and socks, toothbrush and toothpaste and an eye mask on request. attention to detail. Whether you want to curl up and shut off or stretch Entertainment at your fingertips: A whole world of entertainment out and enjoy the experience, you’ll find you’re well equipped. awaits you with hundreds of the latest films, documentaries, television, Your suite includes: music, audio books and games; personal flat screen and headphones * 6ft 6in fully flat bed with luxurious mattress, duvet and Temperley with on-demand service that lets you choose what you want when you London pyjamas want it on all flights. * His and hers Temperley London gift bag with premium accessories and skincare by ELEMIS is a premium economy service, a WORLD TRAVELLER PLUS * Indulgent food with flexible dining accompanied by fine wines and more comfortable, relaxing experience on longer routes offering: vintage champagnes * A wider seat with greater recline, lumbar support, head rest and * Access to luxurious lounges and spa treatments foot rest * Exclusive and attentive service * Small, intimate cabins with attentive service * A personal power supply for laptops and electronic devices, on * Delicious meals served on china crockery, and full bar service demand entertainment with 15” screen * Personal entertainment system with noise-reducing headphones Travel Club World or First and you have access to a world of calm * Larger free baggage allowance and tranquillity. Relax and recharge your batteries before the flight in * Extra leg room to stretch out, sit back and relax or sleep one of British Airways elegant departures lounges stocked with fine * Comfy cushion, blanket and a stylish amenity kit made from recycled wines and drinks, refreshments, newspapers, magazines, and comfy material with toothbrush, toothpaste, flight socks and eye mask sofas. There’s also a range of facilities for when you need to get online, * Power supply for laptops and other electronic devices including free Wi-Fi at most major airports. CLUB WORLD combines premium levels of comfort and service Connecting flights are available from Aberdeen, Belfast, Edinburgh, with the freedom and flexibility to make every journey unique and Glasgow, Leeds/Bradford, Manchester and Newcastle. Jersey, Isle unforgettable. Your Club World seat will adapt to your personal needs, of Man and Dublin also offer domestic services, please note some and on A350 aircraft there’s the option of Club Suite with direct aisle domestic services are operated by British Airways subsidiaries or access, whether you plan on working, catching up on some sleep, partner airlines.

94 Cabins may differ by aircraft, please check at time of booking United Economy

United Premium Plus United Polaris Business Class

UNITED AIRLINES

United offers comprehensive access to the U.S. from four U.K. airports, UNITED POLARIS® BUSINESS CLASS and onward connections to over 280 destinations across the Americas. The United Polaris business class service is designed to bring a new And you won’t just arrive at your destination: you’ll arrive refreshed, level of quality to every aspect of premium cabin travel — from lounge thanks to high levels of inflight comfort and personal service. to landing — and provide the best sleep in the sky. NON STOP FLIGHTS Delight your taste buds with a new chef-designed, multi-course United offers direct non stop flights from four UK airports: inflight dining experience created in partnership with chefs gathered through The Trotter Project. Enjoy a dessert cart and à la carte snacks From London Heathrow to as well as top-rated wines and champagnes. Sleep-themed amenity * New York/Newark kits including products from Sunday Riley help flyers stay relaxed and * Washington D.C. refreshed during their travels. Sink into sleep with Saks Fifth Avenue * Chicago luxury bedding – pillows, blankets and duvets. * Houston * San Francisco Stay connected at 36,000 feet with United Wi-Fi across our entire * Los Angeles fleet. * Denver (now a year-round service) UNITED® PREMIUM PLUS From Edinburgh to Earlier this year United introduced their international premium * New York/Newark economy seat, United Premium Plus. The product is available for * Washington D.C.* purchase on the first London – San Francisco flight of the day * Chicago* and all London to New York / Newark flights, with further route * From Manchester to New York/Newark announcements anticipated before the end of the year. * From Glasgow to New York/Newark* The experience will provide more space, comfort and amenities. Enjoy From these seven U.S. gateways, you can connect to over 280 an upgraded dining experience, free alcoholic beverages, a Saks Fifth destinations across the Americas. Avenue blanket and pillow, an amenity kit and more. *Operates on a seasonal service. UNITED IS A STAR ALLIANCE MEMBER Stay connected with the world’s largest airline alliance. With the Star UNITED ECONOMY® Alliance network, customers have seamless travel options from Austin Relax in ergonomically-designed seats providing up to 32 inches of to Zanzibar and everywhere in between. legroom. Aircrafts are equipped with individual seat back screens, offering a wide choice of films, TV and music. On all international MileagePlus members may earn and use miles on United and 25 other flights enjoy a complimentary three course meal, inflight snacks, wine, Star Alliance member airlines, and Premier® members are recognized beer and soft drinks. with added benefits around the world. Plus, with more than 970 locations, the Star Alliance lounge network is the largest in the world. UNITED ECONOMY PLUS® Stretch out with extra legroom when you upgrade to United Economy Plus. Enjoy all the benefits and services of Economy, but with extra space and added comfort. Economy Plus seats have up to six inches of additional legroom providing a total of up to 37 inches of legroom.

Information correct as of September 2019. 95 VIRGIN ATLANTIC

For over 30 years, Virgin Atlantic has been the longhaul airline for people who want flying to be a thrill, flying over six million people a year around the world. Step onboard and experience a unique spirit, irresistible service and those little innovative touches that make it the airline people can’t wait to fly. ECONOMY LIGHT Hand luggage only and your seat allocated at check in. Onboard, relax into your comfy seat with adjustable headrest and 31in seat pitch. ECONOMY CLASSIC With Economy Classic, you can take a 23kg bag as well as hand luggage and choose your seat in advance for free. Onboard, relax into your comfy seat with adjustable headrest and 31in seat pitch. ECONOMY DELIGHT With Economy Delight, you can use Premium Check In at the airport, choosing your seat in advance for free. And priority boarding means you can settle into your extra legroom seat with 34in seat pitch sooner. PREMIUM Premium Check In and priority boarding then sip a welcome drink in the dedicated cabin. Stretch out in your wide leather seat with 38 inches seat pitch, and in-seat power to keep your gadgets going. Enjoy your choice of dishes from the premium menu, finished perfectly with a liqueur. UPPER CLASS Unwind in the incredible lounge, where you can sip a cocktail or enjoy a delicious meal. Onboard, enjoy total privacy, comfort and space in your Upper Class Suite with direct aisle access and stay connected with onboard Wi-Fi*. Enjoy an imaginatively designed menu, relax at the onboard bar and when you’re ready, stretch out for a refreshing, undisturbed sleep in your fully flat bed. *chargeable BEFORE YOU FLY

HOME TO AIRPORT TRANSFERS

Get your holiday off to the perfect start with our Home to Airport transfer service. We’ll pick you up from home in a luxury chauffeur driven car and whisk you to your departure airport in style. On your return your driver will be waiting in arrivals to greet you and return you home. The perfect way to start and end your dream holiday. Our consultants will be delighted to quote at the time of booking.

Treat yourself to affordable VIP Indulgence. Start & end your journey in style and enjoy the experience of VIP travel – just by booking an airport VIP Lounge with Lounge Pass. Book a lounge in the USA from as little as £24pp* With over 400 airport lounges worldwide in over 250 airports including 26 UK airports, you can add an extra touch of luxury to your next trip and make your travel experience a whole lot better. Sit back and relax in comfort before boarding your flight with**: * Free Wi-Fi * Drinks & Snacks * Newspapers & magazines **Facilities/services vary by lounge *Adult price, per visit

96 The following pages give information relevant to Luggage - is restricted to one item per person with 7. Passports and Visas Additional charges - hotels may charge for items certain products and services in this brochure. a maximum weight of 20kgs to comply with strict Please note that it is the traveller’s responsibility to such as telephone, safe, parking, newspapers, Please read it and any links to our website, as it weight regulations on coaches; this may be less hold the documents for entry into the USA, i.e. valid movies, internet and other items. Please check with forms part of your contract with us. than your airline allowance. Additional luggage, if it passport and visas (including any transit visas). your hotel for a list of charges which are payable can be carried, is charged at approximately $7 per USA Visa Requirements - All passengers must hold locally. Not all hotels offer tea/coffee-making 1. Alamo Car Rental day. Hand luggage is restricted to one small item either a visa for entry into USA or have completed facilities in your room. Some charge for these within Full details of Alamo terms and conditions can be per person; please be aware that hand luggage with an online ESTA application if eligible for travel under a ‘daily service charge’. found on our website www.fcholidays.com wheels does not always fit into the overhead racks the Visa Waiver Programme. Restrictions apply on Hotel Guests - As First Class Holidays do not own or lockers on coaches. Changes - Legislation or regulations or the cost of eligibility to those who can travel under the Visa the properties featured in our brochure, we have no fuel may affect Alamo’s pricing or procedures. On Seat rotation operates on tour coaches to give every Waiver Programme, please see www.usembassy. control over other guests or individual hotel policies. all-inclusive products, Alamo reserves the right, passenger a chance of the best views. Bookings org.uk for more information. This authorisation We are unable to accept liability for conferences without notice, to (i) charge customers, at the cannot be accepted that are dependent on sitting may be obtained online through the Electronic or conventions being held at your hotel, or for any time of rental or thereafter, for the amount of any in a particular seat throughout the tour regardless System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA), through a facilities or amenities, which may be restricted as additional or increased surcharges, fees, taxes or of the reason. U.S. government website. It is recommended that a result. increased fuel costs incurred subsequent to entering Smoking - is not allowed on board any coach application be completed at least 72 hours before Meal arrangements - Most hotels featured in our into this Agreement, or (ii) increase Client’s tax, Tour Pace - Early departures and late arrivals may departure; however we strongly advise completing brochure are booked on a room only basis. This surcharge or fuel inclusive rates by an amount sometimes be necessary in order to include the the process as far in advance as possible. At the means that no meals are included. Meals may be equivalent to the additional or increased tax, fuller days in some itineraries but generally our tours time of printing, the fee for completion of an ESTA included on touring holidays, as detailed in the surcharge, or fuel cost subsequent to entering into are designed to allow sufficient time in key locations application is US$14. Eligible visitors seeking to individual itinerary. Most hotels offer a continental this Agreement. and to offer a relaxed touring pace. travel to the United States under the Visa Waiver style breakfast. Continental breakfasts include Validity - Prices in this brochure are not available to Tour participation - Escorted tours are suitable for Programme may apply for travel authorisation via cold items, like rolls, butter and preserves. Coffee/ USA, Canadian, Latin American, Asian and Japanese most people, but not everyone, due to the nature the ESTA Web site at: https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov . If tea and juice are often offered. If cooked items are citizens, even if living in the UK. of the itineraries, the hotels and locations they visit you are planning to visit Canada you will require available, these may attract a supplement. Lunches a Canadian eTA, which is similar to the ESTA for and dinners may be table d’hôte with a selection Driving Restrictions - Vehicles can be driven in and the way that coaches are built. any state in the United States. Vehicles may not America. Apply online at www.canada.ca It is the from the menu of the day. If a la carte options Children do not generally enjoy coach tours and traveller’s responsibility to ensure that they have are selected, there may be an additional charge. be driven into Mexico. Vehicles rented in Alaska often become restless on the longer journeys must be returned in Alaska. Vehicles can be driven a valid passport and visa if necessary. First Class Alcoholic and soft drinks are not included. If you involved; for the enjoyment of others, children under Holidays cannot be held responsible if you are not in are taking an escorted tour, self drive, Independent into America but must be returned to the United the age of 7 are not accepted on any tour. Persons States unless a pre-arranged drop off at one of possession of the correct documentation. tour or any other package that includes meals our under 21 must be accompanied by, and share their descriptions show the meals included. Please note the approved locations has been made. Driving on room with, an adult at least 21 years of age. Some Foreign Office Advice - The safety of our customers unpaved roads voids your Collision Damage Waiver is our priority and as such we work in line with the that meals are provided on the day that they appear hotels may also require that at least one of the room on the itinerary. (CDW) coverage. occupants is 21 years of age or older. advice provided by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office. We recommend that you keep up to date Non-Brochure Hotels - Please note that if your Parking/Traffic Violations - You are responsible Clients with disabilities are welcome but must be for reporting and paying all parking/traffic/toll with this advice, which can be accessed via the chosen hotel is not featured in our brochure we are accompanied by a companion who is capable of Foreign & Commonwealth office website at willing to contact the hotel to obtain rates and make violations when returning your vehicle. Your credit providing all the assistance they will require without card will be charged for any charges/fines/penalties www.fco.gov.uk. Alternatively you can contact ABTA a reservation on your behalf. Please note however further help from the coach crew. The coach driver at ABTA.com or their consumer helpline on that our ground handlers may not have inspected incurred in addition to an administrative fee, if you and tour director are not able to provide one to do not report a parking/traffic/toll violation when 0203 117 0599. some non-featured hotels and therefore we cannot one assistance or to lift passengers onto or off the accept liability for any lapse in standard or facilities. returning your vehicle. coach. 8. Baggage Allowance - It should be noted that standards Refunds - We regret that we cannot provide any Room Types 4. Holidays including Amtrak Rail Services Flights - Each airline imposes its own baggage of hotels in the remoter parts of America may not refund for any unused rental days shown on a allowance, so please check the information for your voucher. Tickets and travel are subject to Amtrak regulations necessarily be equal to those in cities where a flights. Airlines have indicated that allowances will larger selection is available. A twin or double room Rental Age - The minimum age for renting a vehicle and conditions of carriage and we cannot accept be strictly adhered to, and charges will be imposed responsibility for any delays which may occur. We is based on two people sharing either one or two is 21 years; an underage fee will apply for renters for excess baggage. For the carriage of special beds (i.e a double room may have one or two beds). and additional drivers aged 24 and under. Certain do not recommend booking onward travel on days items, like golf clubs, skis, wheelchairs etc., there that you are scheduled to travel by rail in case your A triple room is based on three people sharing the locations may restrict specialty car types for may be an additional charge as this is extra to existing (two) beds in one room. At some hotels, underage drivers. All drivers must possess a full and journey is subject to an unforeseen delay. Ticket your normal baggage allowance. Some airlines will only prices include a booking fee a rollaway bed is available at an additional cost valid UK Licence and all must be present at pick up require to be told if you intend to take such items, payable directly to the hotel. Please note we cannot to sign the rental contract. 5. EagleRider so please check at the time of booking. guarantee a double bed for honeymoon couples or Your Rental Agreement - Whilst we will confirm the Full details of EagleRider terms and conditions can Coach & Rail Tours - Due to space limitation on twin beds for single sex occupants. When booking reservation of your request, you will be required to be found on our website www.fcholidays.com coaches and trains, only one piece of baggage is two or more rooms, we can request, but cannot sign a rental agreement before driving the vehicle in permitted on all coach and rail tours. guarantee, adjacent rooms. Please advise our staff Drivers must be 21 years of age or older and America. At this point your contract will be between at the time of booking if would like to make this have held a valid driving licence to ride a 125cc yourself & the car rental company. Please check all 9. Building Works request. motorcycle for two years. charges listed on your rental agreement prior to Please be aware that many cities in America are Security deposits - A credit card imprint will be Credit Card – a valid credit card in the driver’s name authorising your credit card payment. Any queries undergoing citywide construction including (but not requested on checking in at your accommodation, must be presented at collection. should be brought to the attention of the car hire limited to) Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver & Victoria. as a security deposit. representative before leaving the rental station. We Insurance – our prices include the maximum Where we are advised of building work taking place cannot be held responsible for any charges added available protection with EagleRider. If you prefer a at your hotel, we will notify you of the work being 16. Insurance to your rental agreement that were not disputed/ lower price but with more risk and personal costs, undertaken, however we cannot take liability for A valid insurance policy is a condition of your checked at the time of the rental. we can offer prices accordingly, however we do not building works outside your accommodation or booking. We do not sell insurance however we Taxes, Surcharges & Fees - All rentals are subject to recommend this course of action. elsewhere in your destination. do recommend ABTAsure Travel insurance. The state and provincial taxes. These are included in our ABTASure travel insurance scheme is arranged 6. Flight Information 10. Currency rental prices for prepaid items and include taxes & and managed by Citybond Suretravel, a division of charges in effect at the time of printing. Taxes are All flights are non-smoking. If you plan to carry cash with you on holiday we Citybond Holdings Plc (Citybond), with the express payable locally for all items charged for at the time Flight tickets - Where possible, we will issue recommend that you purchase a pre-paid currency permission of ABTA and solely for the benefit of rental, e.g. child seats, one-way fees, fuel fee etc. e-tickets for your flights, which are electronic card. All major credit cards are widely accepted and of ABTA members and their clients. For further we suggest that clients carry at least one card. One-way Fees - Fees are based on mileage between paperless tickets, meaning no worries about losing information please see www.abtasure.co.uk part of your travel documents. An itinerary will be pick up & drop off location & are subject to change., 11. Data Protection Statement except within California and Florida where there issued with your documents showing all your flight 17. Local Taxes arrangements that you can present at check in. Please be assured that we have measures in place Provincial sales tax exists in almost every American is no charge. Our staff will advise the appropriate to protect the personal booking information held Checking in - You must check in for your state. It is added to the advertised price of fee for your rental at the time of booking. Fees are by us. This information will be passed on to the international flights approximately 3 hours prior to restaurant meals, bar drinks and all consumer payable locally. principal and to the relevant suppliers of your departure time on your ticket or e-ticket. Please goods. travel arrangements. The information may also be 2. Motorhome rentals with El Monte note that due to increased security measures, provided to public authorities such as customs or Full details of El Monte RV terms and conditions can some airlines may request personal information on 18. National Parks immigration if required by them, or as required by be found on our website www.fcholidays.com check in such as home address or address for your A National Park User Fee may be charged to access law. Certain information may also be passed on to initial stay. some National parks. Driver requirements – Drivers must be 21 years of security or credit checking companies. If you travel age or older and hold a valid driving licence. All Special Requests - Unfortunately, we have no outside the European Economic Area, controls on 19. Smoking drivers must be present at pick-up and sign the control over the allocation of seats on a flight and data protection may not be as strong as the legal Smoking is not permitted on sightseeing tour rental agreement. The lead driver must present a cannot guarantee that you will be sitting with your requirements in this country. We will only pass your coaches or rail journeys. Some hotels are smoke-free valid credit card at the time of rental. travelling companion. If you require special seating information on to persons responsible for your whilst some offer a choice of smoking or non- for medical reasons, please let us know. Some One Way bookings are available at an extra charge, travel arrangements. This applies to any sensitive smoking rooms. If you have a preference, please airlines allow you to pre-book your seats for a small subject to vehicle availability at the time of booking. information that you give to us such as details of advise our staff when making your reservation. All charge, please call us for more information. Travel Restrictions – not all vehicles are suitable any disabilities, or dietary/religious requirements. flights are non-smoking. for all driving conditions and it is at El Monte’s Airlines/Aircraft - Airlines reserve the right to (If we cannot pass this information to the relevant discretion to restrict access to certain areas. A list substitute carriers, aircraft types, configuration suppliers, whether in the EEA or not, we will be 20. Suitable Clothing can be found on our website as shown above, but and classes on their flights. A schedule change unable to provide your booking. In making this For Spring, Summer and Fall touring, casual, access to Death Valley is prohibited between 01may may range from five minutes to a day or more. If a booking, you consent to this information being lightweight clothing that can be worn in layers is and 30September due to extreme temperatures schedule change does occur, and we are told about passed on to the relevant persons.) Full details suggested. In the mountains during the evenings it which cause system failure. it before departure, we will offer a revised itinerary of our data protection policy are available upon can get quite chilly, so a warm jumper or jacket is Returning your RV – it should be returned in the and holiday cost to reflect that change. Please note request. recommended. that the holiday price could be higher or lower, same condition it was picked up in, toilets and 12. Documentation holding tanks empty and clean inside. depending on the flight affected. Notwithstanding 21. Weather the above, the provisions of paragraph 10 of our Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive Adverse weather conditions, such as hurricanes, Tolls and fines – El Monte will pass on the cost of Booking Terms & Conditions apply. Some airlines a confirmation invoice which will detail all the any traffic infringement fines, unpaid tolls or other may affect the area in which you are travelling. may still consider an intermediary touchdown on a arrangements made on your behalf. On receipt, Please ensure that you check before travelling. legal charges flight as a ‘direct’ flight. please check all details thoroughly and advise your Smoking - is not allowed inside the vehicle and Alcohol Policy - All airlines operate a zero tolerance travel agent immediately if you have any concerns. 22. Travelling in Vehicles incurs a $500 penalty. policy for excess consumption of alcohol on board Your full documents will be sent to your travel agent When travelling in any motor vehicle, seatbelts (if Damage – El Monte reserves the right to refuse any their flights. Some airlines may or may not serve 2 to 3 weeks before departure and will include air provided) must be worn at all times. rental at their discretion. While on their road trip alcohol on their flights, and some will charge for tickets, hotel and travel vouchers, maps, tourist guests are responsible for: alcoholic and soft drinks. information and a day by day personalised itinerary. 23. Unused Services Damage caused to the RV where the terms of Rental Delays - Liability for flight delays are as per the For some packages, a more detailed documentation No refunds are allowed for unused services provided Contract have been breached; Damage caused airline’s own conditions of carriage. Please see our kit will be sent to your first hotel. in your package. Therefore, should you cancel, by negligence and/or wilful conduct ; Damage terms and conditions or call for more information. amend or miss any part of your tour, we will not be 13. Excursions responsible for any refund. caused to the RV in any way by part or total water Seat reservations - Advance seat requests can be submersion or salt water; Damage caused due to Any excursions or tours that you book or pay for made, charges may apply. 24. Wildlife Viewing a single vehicle roll over; Damage caused to the whilst on holiday are not part of your package RV when using the RV in contravention of any Schedule Changes - Flight schedules are arranged holiday provided by us. For anything that you do When booking a wildlife adventure (e.g. bear or legislation or regulation controlling vehicular traffic; many months in advance, and although rare, some book in this way, your contract will be with the whale watching), it should be noted that as you are Damage or loss caused to any personal belongings; flight rescheduling does occur. In most instances, operator of the excursion or tour and not with us. travelling to view the animals in their own natural Damage caused by the incorrect use of snow the changes are kept to a minimum and we will We are not responsible for the provision of these environment, sightings cannot be guaranteed. The chains; Damage to the awning, slide out, overhead do our best to inform you as soon as possible. excursions or tours or for anything that occurs tour guides will do their utmost to ensure that or underbody of the RV; Damage caused to tires Your return flight should be reconfirmed with your during them. sightings are made, however in the event that this is and windscreen except where Windscreen and airline 72 hours before departure. Please note that not possible, refunds will not be made. 13. Gratuities Tire Protection Plus Extended Roadside Assistance schedule changes are made by the airline, not by Brochure Validity has been purchased and applies; Damages caused First Class Holidays. We cannot accept liability Service charges are usually not included on bills in by neglecting proper operating procedures, e.g. for any extra charges incurred as a result of a restaurants and bars. It is standard practice to tip This brochure was released on 15 October 2019 for incorrect fuel type and quality, ignoring oil or rescheduled flight. service personnel 15-20% of the bill. Tips to tour departures from 01 January 2020, and is valid until coolant levels, air pressure, etc.; Damages caused Taxes - Taxes and service charges including airport drivers and escorts are not normally included in replaced by a new edition. by freezing / overheating e.g. unit not winterized, improvement fees in effect at the time of printing your tour cost and are at your own discretion. are included in our prices. or overheating of RV or systems, e.g. plumbing or 14. Health water systems. Baggage Allowance - Luggage allowances vary At the time of printing, no vaccinations are depending on your chosen airline and the fare necessary for entry into America. American 3. Escorted Tours purchased. Please ask for details. Guaranteed departures - The operation of most hospital and medical services are excellent but can Meal Requests - All international flights include a be expensive. It is therefore a condition of your tours is subject to minimum numbers being meal service; however, flights within America may reached and you will be told 6 weeks in advance of booking that adequate insurance is taken for the not include meals. Your Airline will provide any duration of your holiday. departure if the tour is not going ahead. If your tour special meals that you may require (vegetarian, is cancelled you will be offered a choice of another diabetic etc.). Please request your special meal with 15. Hotels date or a full refund. Some tours are guaranteed to your reservations consultant at the time of booking. operate and our sales team will be happy to advise Checking In & Out Times - Check in time is normally on the latest status. after 3pm on the day of arrival; check out time between 11am to 12 noon. If you require a late check out, you should be able to arrange a day room for which you should pay the hotel directly (subject to availability).

97 The following Booking Conditions together with closer to the departure date that changes are made or manager or other supplier or to us as soon as in place. the Important Information, our Privacy Policy and and you should contact us as soon as possible. A possible. If the actual cost of the loss or damage There will be no change made to the price of your any other written information we brought to your change of holiday dates will normally be treated as exceeds the amount paid where estimated, you confirmed holiday within 20 days of your departure attention before we confirmed your booking form a cancellation of the original booking and rebooking must pay the difference once known. If the actual nor will refunds be paid during this period. the basis of your contract with 1st Class Holidays in which case cancellation charges in accordance cost is less than the amount paid, the difference Please also note that our holiday prices include all Ltd, trading as First Class Holidays, Trafford House, with clause 6 of these Booking Conditions, will will be refunded. You will also be responsible for coach travel, accommodation and meals as specified Chester Road, Manchester M32 0RS. Please read apply. Changes may result in the recalculation of the meeting any claims subsequently made against us in the holiday description and VAT and a Goods them carefully as they set out our respective rights holiday price where, for example, the basis on which and all costs incurred by us (including our own and and Service Tax (GST), where applicable. A GST is and obligations. the price of the original holiday was calculated has the other party’s full legal costs) as a result of your levied on hotel and other elements of your holiday Except where otherwise stated, these booking changed. actions. You should ensure you have appropriate package. Similar to British VAT a proportion of this conditions only apply to holiday arrangements Transfer of Booking: If you or any member of your travel insurance to protect you if this situation arises. tax is refundable to overseas visitors. Rather than which you book with us in the UK and which we party is prevented from travelling, that person(s) We expect all clients to have consideration for impose on you the responsibility for reclaiming any agree to make, provide or perform (as applicable) may transfer their place to someone else, subject to other people. If in our reasonable opinion or in rebate due we have already deducted this amount in as part of our contract with you. All references in the following conditions: the reasonable opinion of some other person in calculating the holiday prices shown in this brochure. these booking conditions to “holiday”, “booking”, a. that person is introduced by you and satisfies all authority, you or any member of your party behaves When making your booking, you waive your “contract”, “package”, “tour” or “arrangements” the conditions applicable to the holiday; in such a way as to cause or be likely to cause personal right to claim a GST rebate applicable to mean such holiday arrangements unless otherwise b. we are notified not less than 7 days before damage, distress, danger or annoyance to other your holiday package and assign such entitlement stated. departure; clients, employees, property or to any third party, to us as the tour operator. This will then enable us In these booking conditions, “you” and “your” means we are entitled without prior notice, to terminate to reclaim the tax paid by us on your behalf and no c. you pay any outstanding balance payment, an the holiday of the person(s) concerned.. In the event all persons named on the booking (including anyone amendment fee of £50 per person transferring, as further refunds will be due to you. Reservations can who is added or substituted at a later date) or any of of such termination the person(s) concerned will only be accepted on this express understanding. well as any additional fees, charges or other costs be required to leave the accommodation or other them, as the context requires. “We”, “us” and “our” arising from the transfer; and Unless specifically indicated in holiday itinerary or means 1st Class Holidays Ltd. service. We will have no further responsibilities d. the transferee agrees to these booking conditions toward such person(s) including any return travel description contained in this brochure, entrance 1. Making a booking and all other terms of the contract between us arrangements. No refunds will be made and we will fees, guide fees, city sightseeing tours and optional By making a booking,the first named person on the You and the transferee remain jointly and severally not pay any expenses or costs incurred as a result of excursions are not included in the holiday cost. booking, the (“party leader”) agrees on behalf of all liable for payment of all sums. If you are unable to the termination. 11. If we change or cancel your holiday persons detailed on the booking that: find a replacement, cancellation charges as set out 9. Passports, Visas, heath requirements & Foreign The arrangements for holidays are made many A) He/she has read these Booking Conditions and in clause 6 will apply in order to cover our estimated Office advice months in advance. Accordingly, we must reserve has the authority to and does agree to be bound costs. Otherwise, no refunds will be given for the right to make changes to brochure and holiday by them; passengers not travelling or for unused services. The passport and visa requirements applicable at the time of printing to British citizens for the holidays we details both before and after your booking has been B) He/she consents to our use of personal data in Important Note: Certain arrangements may offer can be found at http://www.gov.uk/foreign- confirmed. Most of these changes will, however, be accordance with our Privacy Policy and is authorised not be amended or transferred after they have travel-advice. Requirements may change and you insignificant. on behalf of all persons named on the booking to been confirmed and any alteration could incur a must check the up to date position in good time Changes: If we make an insignificant change to your disclose their personal details to us, including where cancellation charge of up to 100% of that part of before departure. A full British passport presently holiday, we will make reasonable efforts to notify applicable, special categories of data (such as the arrangements. Most airlines do not permit name takes approximately 2 to 6 weeks to obtain. If you you or your travel agent as soon as is reasonably information on health conditions or disabilities and changes and such changes are likely to be the full or any member of your party haven’t yet got a possible before your departure but we will have no dietary requirements) cost of the flight. passport, our recommendation is that you should liability to you. Examples of insignificant changes C) He/she is over 18 years of age and resident in 6. If you cancel your holiday before departure apply for one before the final balance payment of include alteration to your outward/return flights by the United Kingdom and where placing an order for You or any member of your party, may cancel your your holiday is due. The UK Passport Service has less than 12 hours, changes to aircraft type, change services with age restrictions declares that he/she holiday at any time provided that the cancellation to confirm your identity before issuing your first of accommodation to another of the same or higher and all members of the party are of the appropriate is made by the party leader and is received by passport and will ask you to attend an interview in standard, changes of carriers. Please note that age to purchase those services us in writing. As we incur costs from the date we order to do this. If you or any member of your party carriers such as airlines used in the brochure may be D) He/she accepts financial responsibility for confirm your booking we will retain your deposit is not a British citizen or holds a non British passport, subject to change. payment of the booking on behalf of all persons and in addition apply cancellation charges up to the you must check passport and visa requirements with Occasionally we may have to make a significant detailed on the booking. maximum amount shown below. the Embassy or Consulate of the country(ies) to or change to your confirmed arrangements. Examples through which you are intending to travel. Please Subject to the availability of your chosen The amount of cancellation charge shown is a of significant changes include the following when note as of June 2016 if you are over the age of 26 arrangements, we will confirm your holiday by percentage of the total holiday price excluding made before departure; and a UK resident you are now able to renew your issuing a confirmation invoice. This invoice will be insurance premiums and amendment charges which (a) a change of accommodation to that of a lower passport online, please visit www.gov.uk/apply- sent to the party leader or your travel agent. If your are non refundable in any event. These charges are official classification or standard for the whole or a renew-passport for more details. confirmed arrangements include a flight, we (or if calculated from the date we receive your written significant part of the time you are away; you booked via an authorised agent of ours, that notification at our offices. Details of any compulsory health requirements (b) a change of accommodation area for the whole agent) will also issue you with an ATOL Certificate. applicable to British citizens for your holiday can be or a significant part of the time you are away, found at http://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice. It Upon receipt, if you believe that any details on Period before departure Cancellation (c) a change of outward departure time or overall is your responsibility to ensure you are aware of all the ATOL Certificate or booking confirmation or in which we receive charge payable length of your arrangements by more than 12 hours, any other document are wrong, you must contact your notification recommended vaccinations and health precautions us immediately as it may not be possible to make in good time before departure. Details are available (d) a change of UK departure airport except changes later. We regret we cannot accept any More than 89 days Deposit Only from your GP surgery and from the National Travel between: liability if we are not notified of any inaccuracies (for Between 88 and 31 days 50% Health Network and Centre http://travelhealthpro. • The London airports: Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton, org.uk/ Information on health abroad is also Stansted, London City and Southend which we are responsible) in any document within Between 30 and 15 days 75% ten days of our sending it out (five days for tickets). available on www.nhs.uk/Livewell/Travelhealth. For • The South Coast airports: Southampton, We will do our best to rectify any mistake notified to 14 days or less 100% holidays in the EU / EEA you should obtain an EHIC Bournemouth and Exeter us outside these time limits but you must meet any (European Health Insurance Card) prior to departure • The South Western airports: Cardiff and Bristol costs involved in doing so. Please note: Certain arrangements on our website from www.ehic.org.uk. An EHIC is not a substitute and in this brochure have different cancellation for travel insurance. . Vaccination and other health • The Midland airports: Birmingham, East Midlands 2. Payment terms than those stated above. These are either requirements and recommendations may change and Doncaster Sheffield In order to confirm your chosen holiday, a deposit of noted on the website, the relevant brochure page and you must check the up to date position in good • The Northern airports: Liverpool, Manchester and £200 per person (or full payment if booking within or will be advised at the time of your booking or on time before departure. Please therefore check with Leeds Bradford 89 days of departure) must be paid at the time of your confirmation invoice. a doctor or clinic not less than six weeks prior to • The North eastern airports: Newcastle and booking. Some services require additional deposits NOTE: Depending on the reason for cancellation, you departure to ensure that you have met the necessary Teesside (e.g. cruises, rail journeys, airfares) and earlier may be able to reclaim these charges if the reason requirements and have the applicable information. • The Scottish airports: Edinburgh, Glasgow, balance payment dates, if these apply you will be for cancellation is covered under the terms of your It is the party leader’s responsibility to ensure that Prestwick and Aberdeen notified at the time of booking. holiday insurance policy. all members of the party are in possession of all (e) A significant change to your itinerary, missing out The balance of the holiday cost must be received Where any cancellation reduces the number of necessary travel and health documents , including one or more destination entirely by us not less than 89 days prior to departure. This full paying party members below the number on any necessary visas, before departure. All costs Cancellation: We will not cancel your travel date will be shown on the confirmation invoice. which the price, number of free places and/ or any incurred in obtaining such documentation must arrangements less than 89 days before your Reminders are not sent. If we do not receive all concessions agreed for your booking were based, be paid by you. We regret we cannot accept any departure date, except for reasons of force majeure payments due (including any surcharge where we will recalculate these items and re-invoice you liability if you are refused entry onto any transport or or failure by you to pay the final balance. We may applicable) in full and on time, we reserve the right accordingly. into any country due to failure on your part to carry cancel your holiday before this date if e.g. the to treat your booking as cancelled by you, in which See clause 5 “If you change your booking & transfers all required documentation. If failure to have any case the cancellation charges set out in clause 5 minimum number of clients required for a particular of booking” if any member(s) of your party are necessary travel or other documents results in fines, travel arrangement is not reached. below, will become payable. prevented from travelling. surcharges or other financial penalty being imposed If we have to make a significant change or cancel, Except for flight inclusive bookings, all monies Cancellation by You due to Unavoidable & on us, you will be responsible for reimbursing us you pay to one of our authorised travel agents for accordingly. we will tell you as soon as possible and, if there is Extraordinary Circumstances: time to do so before departure, we will offer you your holiday with us will be held by the agent on The Foreign and Commonwealth Office publishes your behalf until a contract between us comes into You have the right to cancel your confirmed the choice of; holiday before departure without paying a regularly updated travel information on its website existence. After that point, your agent will hold the www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice and www.gov. i. (for significant changes) accepting the changed monies on our behalf until they are paid to us. For cancellation charge in the event of “unavoidable arrangements; or and extraordinary circumstances” occurring at your uk/knowbeforeyougo which you are recommended flight inclusive bookings, all monies paid to any ii. Having a refund of all monies paid; or holiday destination or its immediate vicinity and to consult before booking and in good time before authorised travel agent of ours for your holiday with departure. iii. Accepting an offer of alternative travel us will be held on behalf of and for the benefit of significantly affecting the performance of the holiday or significantly affecting the transport arrangements 10. The price of your holiday arrangements of a comparable or higher standard the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust subject to the from us, if available (at no extra cost), or; travel agent’s obligation to pay such monies to us in to the destination. In these circumstances, we shall Please note, prices shown are a guide only and iv. If available, accepting an offer of alternative accordance with our trading terms unless we fail. In provide you with a full refund of the monies you subject to change at time of booking. arrangements of a lower standard, with a refund the unlikely event of our financial failure, all monies have paid but we will not be liable to pay you any The prices shown in this brochure have been of the price difference between the original then held by the travel agent or subsequently paid additional compensation. Please note that your calculated using exchange rates of 10 July 2019 arrangements and the alternative arrangements. by you to the travel agent will be held by the agent right to cancel in these circumstances will only apply where the Foreign and Commonwealth Office as shown in the Financial Times Guide to World on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of Currencies. You must notify us of your choice within 7 days of advises against travel to your destination or its our offer. If we do not hear from you within 7 days, the Air Travel Trust without any obligation on the We reserve the right to amend the price of unsold agent to pay such monies to us. immediate vicinity. we will contact you again to request notification For the purposes of this clause, “unavoidable and holidays at any time and correct errors in the prices of your choice. If you fail to respond again, we will 3. Contract extraordinary circumstances” means warfare, acts of confirmed holidays. We also reserve the right to assume that you have chosen to accept the change A binding contract between us comes into existence of terrorism, significant risks to human health such increase the price of confirmed holidays solely to or alternative booking arrangements. when we issue our confirmation invoice to the as the outbreak of serious disease at the travel allow for increase which are a direct consequence of changes in: Compensation: In addition to a full refund of all party leader or your travel agent. We both agree destination or natural disasters such as floods, monies paid by you, we will pay you compensation that English Law (and no other) will apply to earthquakes or weather conditions which make it (i) the price of the carriage of passengers resulting as detailed below, in the following circumstances; from the cost of fuel or other power sources; your contract and to any dispute, claim or other impossible to travel safely to the travel destination. a) If, where we make a significant change, you do matter of any description which arises between us (ii) the level of taxes or fees applicable to the holiday 7. If you have a complaint not accept the changed arrangements and cancel (“claim”) (except as set out below). We both also imposed by third parties not directly involved in the your booking; agree that any claim (and whether or not involving In the unlikely event that you have any reason to performance of the holiday, including tourist taxes, any personal injury) must be dealt with under the complain or experience any problems with your landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation fees b) If we cancel your booking and no alternative ABTA Alternative Dispute Resolution Process (if the holiday whilst away, you must immediately inform at ports and airports; and (iii) the exchange rates arrangements are available process is available for the claim in question and our local representative or agent (if we have one) relevant to the package The compensation that we offer does not exclude and the supplier of the service(s) in question. Any you wish to use it – see clause 13) or by the Courts Such variations could include but are not limited to you from claiming more if you are entitled to do so. verbal notification must be put in writing and given of England and Wales only unless, in the case of airline cost changes which are part of our contracts to our representative / agent and the supplier as Court proceedings, you live in Scotland or Northern with airlines (and their agents), cruise ship operators Period before departure Compensation soon as possible. If we do not have or you cannot Ireland. In this case, proceedings must either be and any other service providers. in which we notify you per person brought in the Courts of your home country or those contact our local representative or agent and We will absorb and you will not be charged for any of England and Wales. If proceedings are brought any complaint or problem is not resolved to your Over 89 days NIL increase equivalent to 2% of the price of your travel in Scotland or Northern Ireland, you may choose to satisfaction by the supplier, you must contact us in Between 29 and 88 days £10 arrangements, which excludes insurance premiums have your contract and claim governed by the law of the UK using the contact details we have provided and any amendment charges and/or additional Between 15 and 28 days £15 Scotland/Northern Ireland as applicable (but if you you with during your holiday, giving us full details services or travel arrangements. You will be charged Between 8 and 14 days £20 do not so choose, English law will apply). and a contact number. Until we know about a complaint or problem, we cannot begin to resolve it. for the amount over and above that. However, if this 7 days or less £25 4. Holiday Insurance means that you have to pay an increase of more than If you remain dissatisfied, however, you must notify 8% of the price of your confirmed holiday (excluding *IMPORTANT NOTE; We will not pay you We consider adequate travel insurance to be us in writing within 28 days of the completion of any insurance premiums, amendment charges and/or compensation in the following circumstances: essential. It is a condition of your contract with us your holiday and this must be to us at the address additional services or travel arrangements), you will a) where we make an insignificant change that you should take out insurance to cover you in detailed in paragraph one of these Booking have the option of accepting a change to another the event of illness, personal injury or death during Conditions. b) where we make a significant change or cancel the course of your holiday and for cancellation. holiday if we are able to offer one (if this is of your arrangements more than 89 days before You must quote your booking reference number, Please read your policy details carefully and take equivalent or higher quality you will not have to pay departure holiday number and departure date. For all more but if it is of lower quality you will be refunded them with you on holiday. It is your responsibility complaints and claims which do not involve death, c) where we make a significant change and you to ensure that the insurance cover you purchase is the difference in price), or cancelling and receiving accept those changed arrangements or you accept personal injury or illness, we regret we cannot accept a full refund of all monies paid to us, except for any suitable and adequate for your particular needs. We liability in respect of any complaint or claims which an offer of alternative travel arrangements; do not check insurance policies. insurance premiums and any amendment charges are not notified to us in accordance with this clause. and/or additional services or travel arrangements. d) where we have to cancel your arrangements as a 5. If you change your booking & transfers of If you fail to follow this simple complaints procedure, Should you decide to cancel for this reason, you result of your failure to make full payment on time; booking your right to claim any compensation you may must exercise your right to do so within 7 days from e) where the change or cancellation by us arises out If, after your confirmation has been issued you otherwise have been entitled to may be affected or the issue date printed on your final invoice. We will of alterations to the confirmed booking requested wish to make changes to your confirmed holiday, even lost as a result. consider an appropriate refund of your insurance by you; you must notify us in writing as soon as possible. Please note that we offer an Alternative Dispute premiums paid if you can show that you are unable f) where we are forced to cancel or change your This should be done by the first named person on Resolution Service through our ABTA membership. to transfer or reuse your policy. arrangements due to Force Majeure (see clause 12) the booking. Whilst we will endeavour to assist, Please see clause 18 for further details. Should the price of your holiday go down due to If we become unable to provide a significant we cannot guarantee we will be able to meet any 8. Behaviour and damage the changes mentioned above then any refund due proportion of the arrangements that you have such requests. Where we can, an amendment fee of When you book with us, you accept responsibility for will be paid to you less an administrative fee of £10. booked with us after you have departed, we will, £50.00 per person will be payable together with any any damage or loss caused by you or any member However, please note that travel arrangements are if possible, make alternative arrangements for you costs incurred by ourselves and any costs or charges of your party. Full payment for any such damage or not always purchased in local currency and some at no extra charge and where those alternative incurred or imposed by any of our suppliers. You loss (reasonably estimated if not precisely known) apparent changes have no impact on the price of arrangements are of a lower standard, provide you should be aware that these costs could increase the must be made direct to the accommodation owner your travel due to contractual and other protection with an appropriate price reduction. 98 12. Force Majeure our offices. Please contact us. In addition, you agree accommodate the particular needs of the person confirmation. Flight timings are outside our control. Except where otherwise expressly stated in these that the operating carrier or transport company’s concerned, we must reserve the right to decline their They are set by airlines and are subject to various Booking Conditions, we regret we cannot accept own ‘Conditions of Carriage’ will apply to you on reservation or, if full details are not given at the time factors including air traffic control restrictions, liability or pay any compensation if our contractual that journey. When arranging transportation for of booking or the condition / disability develops after weather conditions, potential technical problems and obligations to you are affected by “Force Majeure” you, we rely on the terms and conditions contained booking, cancel when we become aware of these the ability of passengers to check in on time. In these booking conditions, “force majeure” means within these international conventions and those details and cancellation charges as set out in clause Specific instructions relating to departure and any event beyond our or our supplier’s control, ‘Conditions of Carriage’ You acknowledge that all 6 may apply. travel arrangements will be sent with your air or of the terms and conditions contained in those the consequences of which could not have been 17. Excursions other travel tickets approximately 2 weeks before avoided even if all reasonable measures has been ‘Conditions of carriage’ form part of your contract departure. You must accordingly check your tickets We may provide you with information (before taken. Such events may include actual or threatened with us, as well as with the transport company and very carefully immediately on receipt to ensure you departure and/or when you are on holiday) about war or terrorism, riot, civil strife, significant risks those ‘Conditions of Carriage’ shall be deemed to be have the correct flight times. It is possible that flight activities and excursions which are available in the to human health such as the outbreak of serious included be reference into this contract. times may be changed even after tickets have been area you are visiting. We have no involvement in disease at the travel destination or natural disasters (ii) In any circumstances in which a carrier is liable despatched - we will contact you as soon as possible any such activities or excursions which are neither such as floods, earthquakes or weather conditions to you by virtue of the Denied Boarding Regulation if this occurs. run, supervised nor controlled in any way by us. which make it impossible to travel safely to the travel 2004, any liability we may have to you under our They are provided by local operators or other third Any change in the identity of the carrier, flight destination or remain at the travel destination, the contract with you, arising out of the same facts, parties who are entirely independent of us. They timings, and/or aircraft type (if advised) will act of any government or other national or local is limited to the remedies provided under the do not form any part of your contract with us even not entitle you to cancel or change to other authority including port or river authorities, industrial Regulation as if (for this purpose only) we were a where we suggest particular operators/other third arrangements without paying our normal charges dispute, labour strikes, lock closure, natural or carrier. parties and/or assist you in booking such activities except where specified in these conditions. nuclear disaster, fire, chemical or biological disaster, (iii) When making any payment, we are entitled to or excursions in any way. We cannot accept any Electronic Devices - The carriage and use of unavoidable technical problems with transport deduct any money, which you have received or are liability on any basis in relation to such activities or electronic devices (mobile phones, tablets, iPads, and all similar events outside our or the supplier(s) entitled to receive from the transport provider or excursions and the acceptance of liability contained laptops, music devices, games machines etc) is concerned’s control. hotelier for the complaint or claim in question. in clause 12(1) of our booking conditions will not dictated by the airline and various civil aviation Brexit Implications: please note that certain travel (7) Please note, we cannot accept any liability for apply to them. We do not however exclude liability authorities around the world through whose arrangements may be affected as a result of the any damage, loss, expense or other sum(s) of any for the negligence of ourselves or our employees airspace the flight operates. You should check with United Kingdom’s decision to leave the European description (1) which on the basis of the information resulting in your death or personal injury. your airline before you go to the airport that any Union. This could include an unavailability of given to us by you concerning your booking prior We cannot guarantee accuracy at all times of electronic device you are intending to take and use certain flight routes, access to certain ports and to our accepting it, we could not have foreseen you information given in relation to such activities will be allowed onboard the aircraft. All electronic airports and changes to the visa requirements would suffer or incur if we breached our contract or excursions or about the area you are visiting devices should always be in your carry-on luggage of British citizens travelling to, within or through with you or (2) which did not result from any generally or that any particular excursion or activity and never in your checked luggage. We accept no the EU. Please rest assured that this is something breach of contract or other fault by ourselves or our which does not form part of our contract will take responsibility or liability in the event that you are we will continue to monitor and will advise our employees or, where we are responsible for them, place as these services are not under our control. refused permission to take any electronic device customers as soon as possible if we become aware our suppliers. Additionally we cannot accept liability If you feel that any of the activities or excursions onboard the aircraft of any confirmed bookings that will be affected. for any business losses including self-employed loss referred to in our brochure, on our website and in 20. Prompt Assistance in Resort However, since this is something which is completely of earnings. our other advertising material which are not part If, whilst you are on holiday, you find yourself unprecedented and outside our control, we would (8) Where any payment is made, the person(s) of our contract are vital to the enjoyment of your in difficulty for any reason, we will offer you treat any such changes as Force Majeure, and whilst receiving it (and their parent or guardian if under holiday, write to us immediately and we will tell you such prompt assistance as is appropriate in the we will endeavour to provide suitable alternative 18 years) must also assign to us or our insurers any the latest known situation. If we become aware of circumstances. In particular, we will provide you arrangements or refunds where possible, we will not rights they may have to pursue any third party and any material alterations to area information and/ with appropriate information on health services, be liable to pay you any compensation. must provide ourselves and our insurers with all or such outside activities or excursions which can local authorities and consular assistance, and assistance we may reasonably require. 13. Our responsibility to you reasonably be expected to affect your decision assistance with distance communications and (1) We will accept responsibility for the (9) Where it is impossible for you to return to your to book a holiday with us, we will pass on this finding alternative travel arrangements. Where you arrangements we agree to provide or arrange for departure point as per the agreed return date of information at the time of booking. require assistance, which is not owing to any failure you as an “organiser” under the Package Travel and your package, due to “unavoidable and extraordinary 18. Insolvency Protection and ABTA membership by us, our employees or sub-contractor, we will Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018, as circumstances”, we shall provide you with any We provide financial security for flight-inclusive not be liable for the costs of any alternative travel set out below and as such, we are responsible for necessary accommodation (where possible, of a packages by way of an Air Travel Organiser’s Licence arrangements or other such assistance you require. the proper provision of all travel services included comparable standard) for a period not exceeding issued by the Civil Aviation Authority, 5th Floor, 11 Any supplier, airline or other transport supplier in your package, as set out in your confirmation three nights per person. Please note that the Westferry Circus, London, E14 4HE, UK, telephone: may however pay for or provide refreshments and/ invoice. Subject to these Booking Conditions, if we 3-night cap does not apply to persons with reduced 03331036350 email: [email protected] (ATOL number or appropriate accommodation and you should or our suppliers negligently perform or arrange mobility, pregnant women or unaccompanied 5421) When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight make a claim directly to them. Subject to the other those services and we don’t remedy or resolve your minors, nor to persons needing specific medical inclusive holiday from us, you will receive an ATOL terms of these Booking Conditions, we will not be complaint within a reasonable period of time, and assistance, provided we have been notified of these Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, liable for any costs, fees or charges you incur in this has affected the enjoyment of your package particular needs at least 48 hours before the start where you can get information on what this means for the above circumstances, if you fail to obtain our holiday you may be entitled to an appropriate price of your holiday. For the purposes of this clause, you and who to contact if things go wrong. For further prior authorisation before making your own travel reduction or compensation or both. You must inform “unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances” information, visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk. arrangements. Furthermore, we reserve the right us without undue delay of any failure to perform mean warfare, acts of terrorism, significant risks The price of our flight inclusive arrangements includes to charge you a fee for our assistance in the event or improper performance of the travel services to human health such as the outbreak of serious the amount of £2.50 per person as part of the ATOL that the difficulty is caused intentionally by you or a included in this package. The level of any such price disease at the travel destination or natural disasters Protection Contribution (APC) we pay to the CAA. member of your party, or otherwise through your or reduction or compensation will be calculated taking such as floods, earthquakes or weather conditions This charge is included in our advertised prices. Not your party’s negligence. into consideration all relevant factors such as but which make it impossible to travel safely back to all holiday or travel services offered and sold by us will not limited to; following the complaints procedure your departure point. 21. Delay and denied boarding regulations be protected by the ATOL scheme. ATOL protection as described in these Booking Conditions and the You are responsible for ensuring that you are at the 14. Arbitration extends primarily to customers who book and pay in extent to which ours or our employees’ or suppliers’ correct departure point at the correct time and we the United Kingdom. negligence affected the overall enjoyment of your Disputes arising out of, or in connection with cannot be liable for any loss or expense suffered holiday. Please note that it is your responsibility to your booking which cannot be amicably settled We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL if you are not. If you or any member of your party show that we or our supplier(s) have been negligent may be referred to ABTA’s approved Alternative Certificate, will provide you with the services listed misses your flight or other transport arrangement, if you wish to make a claim against us. Dispute Resolution process if you so wish under on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In it is cancelled, or you are subject to a delay of over a special scheme arranged by ABTA Ltd and some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are (2) We will not be responsible for any injury, 3 hours for any reason, you must contact us and administered independently. The scheme provides able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative illness, death, loss (for example loss of enjoyment), the airline or other transport supplier concerned for a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration ATOL holder may provide you with services you immediately. damage, expense, cost or other sum or claim of any on documents alone with restricted liability on the have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra In the event of any flight delay or cancellation at description whatsoever which results from any of customer in respect of costs. Full details will be cost to you). You agree to accept that in those your UK or overseas point of departure, the airline is the following: - provided on request or can be obtained from the circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will responsible for providing such assistance as is legally • the act(s) and/or omission(s) of the person(s) ABTA website (www.abta.com). The scheme does perform those obligations and you agree to pay any required by the Denied Boarding Regulations (see affected or any member(s) of their party or not apply to claims for an amount greater than money outstanding to be paid by you under your below). The ferry, tunnel or rail operator is similarly • the act(s) and/or omission(s) of a third party not £5,000 per person. There is also a limit of £25,000 contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, responsible in relation to any delayed or cancelled connected with the provision of your holiday and per booking. Neither does it apply to claims, which you also agree that in some cases it will not be sea crossing or international rail departure. Except which were unavoidable and extraordinary; or are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in where otherwise stated in our brochure or on our their consequences. The scheme can however deal • ‘force majeure’ as defined in clause 12 above which case you will be entitled to make a claim website, we regret we cannot provide any assistance with compensation claims, which include an element (3) Please note, we cannot accept responsibility for under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer in such circumstances other than information and of minor injury, or illness subject to a limit of £1,500 any services which do not form part of our contract. where applicable). If we, or the suppliers identified advice to the extent we are in a position to do on the amount the arbitrator can award per person This includes, for example, any additional services on your ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the so. Any airline concerned may however provide in respect of this element. Your application for or facilities which your hotel or any other supplier services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an refreshments etc. We cannot accept liability for any arbitration and other required documents must be agrees to provide for you where the services or alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons delay which is due to any of the reasons set out in received by ABTA within 18 months of your return facilities are not advertised by us and we have not of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust clause 12(2) of these Booking Conditions (which from the holiday. Outside this time limit arbitration agreed to arrange them as part of our contract and may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you includes the behaviour of any passenger(s) on the under the scheme may still be available if we agree, any excursion you purchase in resort. Please also under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for flight who, for example, fails to check in or board on although the ABTA Code does not require such see clause 17 “Excursions”. In addition, regardless such a payment or benefit, you assign absolutely to time). In addition, we will not be liable for any delay of any wording used by us on our website, in any agreement. For injury and illness claims, you can those Trustees any claims which you have or may request the ABTA mediation procedure and we have have arising out of or relating to the non-provision If your flight is cancelled or delayed, your flight advertising material or elsewhere, we only promise ticket is downgraded or boarding is denied by to use reasonable skill and care as set out above the option to agree to this. Where we act as agent, of the services, including any claim against us, please bear in mind that your contract is with the the travel agent or your credit card issuer where your airline, depending on the circumstances, the and we do not have any greater or different liability airline may be required to pay you compensation, to you. supplier of the arrangements concerned. Unless the applicable. You also agree that any such claims may supplier is also a member of ABTA, only disputes be re-assigned to another body, if that other body refund the cost of your flight and/or provide you (4) The promises we make to you about the services relating to our actions as agent can be dealt with by has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL with accommodation and/or refreshments under we have agreed to provide or arrange as part of the arbitration scheme or mediation procedure and scheme. EC Regulation No 261/2004 - the Denied Boarding our contract - and the laws and regulations of the Regulations 2004. Where applicable, you must not complaints about the arrangements themselves We provide full financial protection for our package country in which your claim or complaint occurred or the acts / omissions of the supplier. pursue the airline for the compensation or other - will be used as the basis for deciding whether the holidays which don’t include flights by way of a payment due to you. All sums you receive or are services in question had been properly provided. 15. Conditions of suppliers bond held by ABTA Ltd,. We are a member of ABTA entitled to receive from the airline concerned by If the particular services which gave rise to the Many of the services, which make up your holiday (ABTA number W3550) and, ABTA will financially virtue of these Regulations represent the full amount claim or complaint complied with local laws and are provided by independent suppliers. Those protect your holiday by ensuring you receive a of your entitlement to compensation or any other regulations applicable to those services at the time, suppliers provide these services in accordance with refund or, if your arrangements include return travel payment arising from such cancellation, delay, the services will be treated as having been properly their own terms and conditions. Some of these terms to the UK (other than flights) you are returned to the downgrading or denied boarding. This includes any provided. This will be the case even if the services and conditions may limit or exclude the supplier’s UK in the event that your holiday cannot be provided disappointment, distress, inconvenience or effect on did not comply with the laws and regulations of the liability to you, usually in accordance with applicable as a result of our insolvency. Please go to any other arrangements. The fact a delay may entitle UK which would have applied had those services international conventions (see clause 13). Copies http://abta.com/go-travel for a copy of the guide to you to cancel your flight does not automatically been provided in the UK. The exception to this is of the relevant parts of these terms and conditions ABTA’s scheme of Financial Protection. entitle you to cancel any other arrangements even where the claim or complaint concerns the absence and of the international conventions are available on ABTA and ABTA members help holidaymakers to where those arrangements have been made in of a safety feature which might lead a reasonable request from ourselves or the supplier concerned. get the most from their travel and assist them when conjunction with your flight. We have no liability to holiday maker to refuse to take the holiday in things do not go according to plan. We are obliged make any payment to you in relation to the Denied 16. Special requests and medical conditions / question. Please note, however, our obligation is to to maintain a high standard of service to you by Boarding Regulations or in respect of any flight disabilities exercise reasonable skill and care as referred to in ABTA’s Code of Conduct. cancellation or delay, downgrading of any flight clause 13(1). We do not make any representation If you have any special request, you must advise us For further information about ABTA, the Code of ticket or denial of any boarding as the full amount or commitment that all services will comply with at the time of booking. Although we will endeavour Conduct and the arbitration scheme available to of your entitlement to any compensation or other applicable local laws and regulations and failure to to pass any reasonable requests on to the relevant you if you have a complaint (see clause 13) contact payment (as dealt with above) is covered by the comply does not automatically mean we have not supplier, we regret we cannot guarantee any ABTA at 30 Park Street, London, SE1 9EQ or see airline’s obligations under the Denied Boarding exercised reasonable skill and care. request will be met. Failure to meet any special www.abta.com Regulations. If, for any reason, we make any request will not be a breach of contract on our part. payment to you or a third party which the airline (5) As set out in these booking conditions, we limit 19. Flights the amount of compensation we may have to pay Confirmation that a special request has been noted is responsible for in accordance with the Denied you if we are found liable under this clause: or passed on to the supplier or the inclusion of the In accordance with EU Directive (EC) No 2111/2005 Boarding Regulations, you must, when requested, special request on your confirmation invoice or any Article 9, we are required to bring to your attention assign to us the rights you have or had to claim the (a) loss of and/or damage to any luggage or other documentation is not confirmation that the the existence of a “Community list” which contains personal possessions and money: the maximum payment in question from the airline. If your airline request will be met. Unless and until specifically details of air carriers who are subject to an operating does not comply with these rules you may complain amount we will have to pay you in respect of these confirmed, all special requests are subject to ban within the EU. The Community list is available claims is an amount equivalent to the excess on your to the Civil Aviation Authority on 020 7453 6888 availability. For your own protection, you should for inspection at or by e-mail to [email protected] or insurance policy which applies to this type of loss obtain confirmation in writing that a special request http://ec.europa.eu/transport/modes/air/safety/ per person in total because you are required to have see www.caa.co.uk – Referring Your Complaint to will be complied (where it is possible to give this) air-ban_en. the CAA . adequate insurance in place to cover any losses of where it is important to you. this kind. In accordance with EU Regulations we are required We regret we cannot accept any conditional to advise you of the actual carrier(s) (or, if the actual 22. Brochure / website / advertising material (b) For all other claims which do not fall under bookings, i.e. any booking which is specified to be carrier(s) is not known, the likely carrier(s)) that accuracy (a) above and which don’t involve death, illness conditional on the fulfilment of a particular request. will operate your flight(s) at the time of booking. The information contained in our brochure, on or personal injury, if we are found liable to you All such bookings will be treated as “standard” Where we are only able to inform you of the likely our website and in our other advertising material on any basis the maximum amount we will have bookings subject to the above provisions on special carrier(s) at the time of booking, we shall inform you is believed correct to the best of our knowledge to pay you is up to 3 times the price (excluding requests. of the identity of the actual carrier(s) as soon as we at the time of printing or publication. However, insurance premiums and amendment charges) If you or any member of your party has any medical become aware of this. Any change to the operating errors may occasionally occur and information may paid by or on behalf of the person(s) affected in carrier(s) after your booking has been confirmed will subsequently change. You must therefore ensure you total. This maximum amount will only be payable condition or disability which may affect your holiday or has any special requirements as a result of any be notified to you as soon as possible. check all details of your chosen holiday (including where everything has gone wrong and you have not the price) with us or your travel agent at the time received any benefit at all from your holiday. medical condition or disability (including any which If the carrier with whom you have a confirmed affect the booking process), please tell us before you reservation becomes subject to an operating ban as of booking. (c) Claims in respect of international travel by air, sea confirm your booking so that we can assist you in above as a result of which we/ the carrier are unable 23. Safety Standards and rail, or any stay in a hotel: considering the suitability of the arrangements and/ to offer you a suitable alternative the provisions of Please note, it is the requirements and standards (i) The extent of our liability will in all cases be or making the booking. In any event, you must give clause 10 “If we change or cancel your holiday” will of the country in which any services, which make limited as if we were carriers under the appropriate us full details in writing at the time of booking and apply. We are not always in a position at the time up your holiday are provided which apply to those Conventions, which include The Warsaw/Montréal whenever any change in the condition or disability of booking to confirm the flight timings which will services and not those of the UK. As a general rule, Convention for international travel by air the Athens occurs. You must also promptly advise us if any be used in connection with your flight. The flight these requirements and standards will not be the Convention for travel by sea, The Berne/Cotif medical condition or disability which may affect timings shown in our brochure, on our website and/ same as the UK and may often be lower. Convention with respect to all rail travel and the your holiday develops after your booking has been or detailed on your confirmation invoice are for Paris Convention with respect to hotel arrangements. confirmed. If we reasonably feel unable to properly guidance only and are subject to alteration and You can ask for copies of these Conventions from 99 ENQUIRIES & RESERVATIONS www.fcholidays.com

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