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Neilson BeachPlus Club holidays

Be as active or as relaxed as you want to be in comfortable stylish hotels, with excellent food and exceptional levels of service. A Neilson BeachPlus holiday offers an exciting range of activities and the children will be kept entertained all day long in the excellent kid s clubs. Why not try tennis, wellbeing and fitness classes, windsurfing, waterskiing and cycling - or just kick back and relax. holiday wales

Neilson Beachclub holidays

Learn something different in laid-back surroundings with local culture and warm hospitality. Dedicated, professional tuition means you will learn a new skill very quickly - you may even come home with a new hobby! Try some dinghy sailing, kitesurfing, wakeboarding or diving and with the children also enjoying exciting activities with fully qualified staff, you can relax as hard as you like. BeachPlus Club 4 * 7 nights 439 cottage holiday in wales

Beachclub

3 * 7 nights 339 Yachting N/A 14 nights 400 *Terms and conditions apply View all Holiday deals caravan holiday in wales

Neilson Yachting

Flotilla holidays are a great way to spend days at sea confident that you have a lead boat with trained Neilson staff on hand to assist if needed. In the evening enjoy mooring up in bustling quaysides and pretty ports. camping holiday wales

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your favourite sections of our current Active brochure. Active brochure Egypt 3 * Bed Breakfast at the Sharm Inn Amerein Departing Gatwick 20th September 2007 for 7 nights, based on maximum occupancy. The Sharm Inn Amerein is a small hotel with a homely atmosphere offering simple, but stylish accommodation, with traditional wooden dor throughout. accommodation holiday wales

Egypt

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Ah, sun, sea and sand...it s what beach holidays are all about. Whether you plan to relax in a sun lounger with a good book, sip cocktails on the beach at sunset or watch the children splash around in the pool thomascook.com has a beach holiday to suit both your plans and your budget. catering holiday self wales

Turkey

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Turkey

3 * All Inclusive at the Kervansary Hotel Departing Newcastle 20th September 2007 for 7 nights, based on maximum occupancy. Head to the Kervansaray for the sunny family holiday you all deserve. You can stay in hotel rooms or relaxed apartments, enjoy a range of modern facilities and some lovely mountain views. family holiday wales

Turkey

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Ever dreamt of distant, palm-fringed beaches, with the waves gently lapping at your feet as you feast on exotic fruits Whether your fantasy is the laid-back Caribbean, mysterious India, wild Mexico or any of our other faraway holidays, we can offer you masses of choice at remarkably unexotic prices. adventure holiday wales

What is a Faraway Holiday

Faraway holidays generally refer to those destinations that have a flight time of 5+ hours from the UK. thomascook.com offers a fantastic range of holidays to faraway places such as Cuba, the Maldives, Kenya and the USA, to name just a few. holiday park south wales

kick for the Caribbean

Don t worry if you haven t been able to catch a Manchester City home game and kick to win our Caribbean holiday prize, you can still catch a great deal here at thomascook.com! Escape to unspoilt beaches and live the life of luxury in the Caribbean with a Thomas Cook holiday. cottage holiday wales

Cancun, Mexico

4 * All Inclusive at the Blue Bay Getaway Departing Gatwick 23rd September 2007 for 14 nights, based on maximum occupancy. This stylish tropical hotel is set right on Cancun s gorgeous beach. The mood is very lively, the swimming pools are large and fun, bedrooms are comfortable and there are lots of sports and leisure activities. holiday in wales

Mexico

Welcome to thomascook.com holidays, where we re confident that we offer you the widest range of holidays so you can find exactly what you re looking for, at the right price. You can also find out everything you want to know about your destination within our Destinations section. What type of holiday are you looking for holiday wales

Beach Holidays

Ah, sun, sea and sand...its what holidays are for. With our huge range of destinations you don t need to wait for a beach holiday. Our prices will bring you a little sunshine too! Search for beach holidays cottage holiday in wales

Faraway Holidays

Ever dreamt of a beach with the waves gently lapping at your feet as you feast on exotic fruits Make your dreams reality with far from exotic prices. Search for faraway holidays caravan holiday in wales

Clubbing Holidays

Make the most of every holiday minute - party 24/7 with top DJ s from the club circuit or just chill out on the beach. Search for clubbing holidays camping holiday wales

Considered the heart of the Middle East, Jordan combines important religious and historic sites with a coastline on the enchanting Dead Sea. accommodation holiday wales

Featured Resorts Kenya

There s no doubt about it - Kenya s biggest crowd-puller has to be the great outdoors, where visitors can be at one with possibly the most diverse collection of wildlife on the African continent. In this thrilling and beautiful destination you ll have the chance to explore the plains of the mighty Masai Mara where herds of elephant roam and lion, leopard and cheetah race after their prey beneath the African sunshine, as well as relaxing in a choice of tropical palm-fringed stunning white sand beach resorts. holiday last minute wales

Featured Resorts Nairobi North Mombasa Coast South Mombasa Coast Watamu

The vast Rift Valley, which slashes its way across the country, is now recognised as the birthplace of mankind. This is the original Garden of Eden. A sophisticated tourist infrastructure offers every possibility from a lazy fortnight under the coconut palms to high adventure out in the bush, many miles from civilisation, from tiny tents to luxury hotels that rival the finest in the world. Visitors are welcomed with open arms, few return home without falling deeply under the spell of this fascinating land. catering holiday self wales

Culture

Kenya has few architectural masterpieces and little visual/physical history. Until a century ago, there was no written language. Nevertheless, the country has one of the most complex and fascinating cultures in the world. People have arrived from all over Africa, and the population of about 28 million is made up of some 40 different tribes. Since the 7th century, the region has traded with Arabs, Persians, and Chinese, all of whom left their mark on the culture, while the arrival of the British Empire turned the whole country on its head. In spite of this diversity, the different tribes share many characteristics and a common outlook. holiday wales walking

The Tribes of Kenya

In Kenya, tribal identity is all-important. Made up of three main groupings. The Cushites began arriving from Ethiopia and Somalia in about 2000 bc and are still heading south in sporadic waves. The Nilotic tribes came down from Egypt and the Sudan from about 1000 bc, while the Bantu are later migrants, drifting over from West Africa since about 500 bc. The original hunter-gatherers who lived here prior to 2000 bc were killed, pushed out or absorbed by intermarriage and no longer have any separate identity. The groupings are almost purely linguistic, and among the many tribes who share common roots, you can find every type of lifestyle from hunter-gatherers to nomadic herders, settled farmers, and fishermen. family holiday wales

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Lapland

Not a country in its own right, Lapland is made up of the northern reaches of Finland, Sweden and Norway where, in winter, there are just a few hours of daylight and crisp white snow can reach depths of up to 40 centimetres. It is a fairytale destination where husky dogs race sleighs and reindeer roam among the wintry pines and of course the home of a famous man with a curly white beard. holiday in wales

Our trips to Lapland are magical for adults and children alike and offer the chance to ride in a reindeer sleigh, experience an exhilarating ride on a husky sled, mark your crossing of the Arctic Circle during a traditional ceremony, and of course there s the chance to meet Santa Claus himself. Inside Santa Claus Village there is also the chance to visit the Main Post Office and send home any last minute letters or presents that will be stamped with the genuine Polar Circle postmark. holiday wales

Temperatures in Lapland can dip to - 20 c or lower. You will be provided with thermal outfits and boots for outdoor activities, but please remember to wrap up warmly and bring your own hats, gloves and scarves. cottage holiday in wales

Featured Resorts Rovaniemi

Come along with us on a magical journey, right across the clear skies to Santa Lapland home. Travel into the Arctic Circle to meet the huskies, those famous reindeer and, of course, Santa Claus himself! Our trips to Lapland are magical for adults and children alike. Visit Santa Claus in his winter wonderland where huskies race sleds and reindeer roam amongst the wintry pine trees. You will cross into the Arctic Circle where, in winter, there are just a few hours of daylight and the temperature can dip to -20 or lower.Wrap up warmly in woolly gloves, cosy scarves and fleecy thermals and decide which gift you l wish for when you meet Santa. Not a country in its own right, Lapland is made up of the northern reaches of Finland, Sweden and Norway. It a fairytale destination and the home of a very famous man with a curly white beard, where crisp white snow can reach depths of up to 40 centimetres. Santa Village and Reindeer Park are located 8km north of Rovaniemi in Finnish Lapland. The Arctic circle runs through Lapland and you will mark your crossing with a traditional ceremony at the reindeer park. Inside Santa village is the stone and log built Main Post Office. Any letters or presents that you send will be stamped with the genuine Polar Circle postmark! Your trip to Lapland will be truly unforgettable. caravan holiday in wales

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Lapland is made up of northern Finland, Sweden and Norway. camping holiday wales

But realistically, treatments can be expensive and the bill can add up surprisingly quickly. So my top tip is to have all your basic beauty treatments - like manicures, pedicures, facials and waxes - done at home before you go, then you can splash out on something really special during your cruise without breaking the bank. accommodation holiday wales

The next category, PREMIUM ships are often equally large scale but more exclusive - and expensive - than Contemporary vessels as they carry fewer passengers and generally offer better quality food and service, more unusual itineraries and /or onboard cultural programmes led by expert lecturers. holiday last minute wales

Increasingly, the larger Premium ships offer higher-spending passengers extra perks like concierge and butler service, designer bathroom toiletries and fine bedlinen. Not all Premium ships are big, though: some smaller specialist vessels - like sailing ships - are classed as Premium because they offer an unusual onboard experience. Premium ship operators include P O Cruises, Cunard Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Celebrity, Fred Olsen, Windstar Cruises, Star Clippers, Orient Lines and Voyages of Discovery. catering holiday self wales

Who will enjoy them Travellers who want bigship facilities but don t like to share them with too many other people; Those in search of an offbeat experience (eg a sailing ship cruise) or those keen on exploring art, history, botany and other subjects with the help of expert lecturers. holiday wales walking

At the very top end of the cruise market, LUXURY is the final category. Luxury cruise ships range from just over 4, 000 tons to nearly 70, 000 tons and can carry as few as 100 passengers or as many as 1, 100. All offer exclusivity, elegance, and top-class service to clients wealthy enough to avoid travelling en masse. That said, you needn t be a millionaire to afford a luxury cruise. If you can afford the top suite on a Premium ship, the lowest-grade suite on a Luxury ship is within your reach - and most luxury ships include extras like onboard wine, drinks, gratuities and even some shore excursions in the price. family holiday wales

Luxury ship operators include Silversea Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Hebridean International, Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Seabourn Cruise Lines. Who will enjoy them Anyone with the cash to buy some panache! holiday riding wales

Cruise Thomas Cook Thinking of taking the plunge but still unsure about some aspects of cruising Let Thomas Cook s panel of cruise experts help. Do I have to dress up

Thomas Cook Cruise Consultant Carol-Anne MacDonald, Falkirk says. Only if you d like to! Cruising has become increasingly laid-back in recent years and - particularly on the big resort-style ships which have a range of restaurants and bars. The emphasis is on relaxing and enjoying your holiday in your own particular style. adventure holiday wales

That said, most ships ask passengers to adopt a reasonable standard of dress for everybody s comfort; which means covering up swimwear if entering an indoor dining area by day, and wearing smart casual clothing at dinner. holiday park south wales

The vast majority of people have absolutely no problem with this and indeed, find the chance to glam up on one or two special evenings is part of the charm of cruising - which is why traditional Captain s Welcome and Farewell gala dinners are still held in many ships main dining rooms at the start and end of a cruise. cottage holiday wales

On these evenings, guests do get to meet the captain for cocktails and enjoy a gladrags parade. It s also a good opportunity to have a formal portrait done by the ship s photographer while you re looking your best. holiday in wales

But if dressing up really isn t your thing, you can use room service (available on most ships) or dine at the buffet restaurant that evening - or ask your travel consultant to recommend a ship with alternative dining venues like a pizzeria, a Bistro or a 24-hour snack bar as a change from the main dining room. holiday wales

While eating in the main dining rooms is free, some alternative restaurants carry a per-head service charge (anything from to upwards of 5). But they do give cruisers the flexibility - as in a landside resort ashore - to choose how casual or grand their evening will be and dress up or down accordingly. cottage holiday in wales

If you plan to eat at a ship s speciality restaurant - either to celebrate a special occasion, try out a celebrity chef s creations or simply as a treat - do remember to book your table early in the cruise. Alternative venues tend to be small, exclusive and intimate, so they can book up quickly and if you don t get in quick you could face disappointment. caravan holiday in wales

Whom do I tip and how much

Thomas Cook cruise consultant Ian Black, Solihull says... Many cruise companies now include staff gratuities in the upfront fare. Those who don t will advise tipping levels (usually from around 5 to 12 per passenger per cruise day) in the small print section at the back of their brochures, and in the information booklet sent to you after your cruise is booked. camping holiday wales

Be advised that, on ships where tips are not included, it is VERY poor form to dodge tipping your cabin steward/ess, waiter and bus boy (assistant waiter) as staff depend on them. Whether you tip better-paid head waiters and Maitre D s is up to you, as these are additional tips for exemplary service over and above the call of duty. Check in advance what level of gratuity is automatically added to onboard drinks bills as these can be as high as 15% - something to bear in mind when budgeting for your cruise. accommodation holiday wales

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