Sunday, 2 March 2008

Relaxation in spectacular Southeast Asia

The Andaman, Langkawi, Malaysia 7 nights from £949 per person, Deluxe class resort
Set in virgin rainforest between dramatic mountains and the beautiful Datai Bay, this perfectly located deluxe resort is romantically enveloped by centuries-old trees and jungle creepers,adding to its allure as a tranquil natural haven on one of the world’s finest beaches. An impressive range of facilities includes an 18-hole championship golf course, a wellequipped fitness centre and choice of watersports, a fun kids club open 9am-6pm six days a week and a serene spa for therapies to soothe body and mind. Seven restaurants and bars cater specialities of Japan, Malaysia and Europe, and offer the finest cigars, delicious cocktails and live entertainment on regular theme evenings. And don’t miss excursions into the surrounding jungle in search of the region’s colourful and characterful animal and birdlife.
Air- conditioned rooms are thoughtfully outfitted with kingsize or twin beds, writing desk, espresso machine, DVD player and private sun-deck.
Save up to £532 per couple at The Andaman in 2008.
Tour ref: N13660 - Deluxe room.



Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, Penang, Malaysia
8 nights from £989 per person, Deluxe class resort

The quintessential Malaysian resort, Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa is situated directly on Batu Ferringgi Beach, between sparkling sea and emerald green hills and within easy reach of the island’s shops, restaurants and charming colonial attractions. Elegant rooms, world-class restaurants, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, a par-3 executive golf course, a children’s club, watersports centre and outdoor swimming pools feature in a comprehensive range of superb facilities. And then there is the Chi Spa, the first of its kind in Malaysia, with more than 30 indulgent treatments, designed to strike the perfect balance of energy, for vitality of body and peace of mind. These may be savoured at one of the 11 private, spacious villas – each a ‘spa within a spa’, featuring its own changing room, shower, washroom, and massage, bathing and relaxation areas.
Save up to £496 per couple at Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa in 2008.
Tour ref: N13675 - Garden wing Deluxe room.



Anantara Hua Hin, Thailand 7 nights from £699 per person, Superior first class
Though it may only be a 21/2 hour drive from Bangkok, the royal resort of Hua Hin feels worlds away, with its endless golden sands, unforgettable sunrises, exhilarating watersports and enthralling attractions, from lively night markets to glittering temples. A classic hideaway in tropical gardens, Anantara makes the most comfortable base for exploring Hua Hin, or simply settling back for some well deserved relaxation. Understatedly luxurious and impeccably stylish guest rooms, adorned with Thai silks and teak floors, feature a private garden-view balcony or terrace with built-in sofas among their amenities. Further opportunities to unwind are presented at two infinity-edged swimming pools, and at the sumptuous spa centre, delivering indulgent massages and traditional herbal healing. Explore a global array of delicacies at seven elegant bars and fine restaurants, including Italian, Thai, grilled steaks and seafood, to the accompaniment of an excellent wine list.
Tour ref: N13601


Banyan Tree, Phuket, Thailand 7 nights from £1749 per person, Deluxe class resort
A tranquil, deluxe and utterly romantic, tropical oasis of mesmerising natural beauty, dotted with exceptional private villas (with private swimming pool or even two private swimming pools in the case of the amazing new Double Pool Villas), superlative restaurants delivering mouthwatering Thai and international favourites and the sublime Banyan Tree Spa for signature massages and relaxing therapies, Banyan Tree Phuket makes a sensational introduction to Thailand’s most famous island.
Banyan Tree Phuket is part of Laguna Phuket, Asia’s finest resort complex and a fully integrated holiday paradise of shared recreational services, tropical gardens and picturesque lagoons, only steps away from glorious Bang Tao Beach. Guests are invited to take advantage of the ‘stay at one, play at five’ philosophy, taking their pick from a remarkable array of sports and activities, 30 restaurants and bars, including golf (at a course regarded as one of Thailand’s best) and scuba diving in the warm waters of Phang Nga Bay.
Save up to £648 per couple at Banyan Tree Phuket in 2008.
Tour ref: N13676 (Pool Villa)

American Dream holidays to Florida & New York

Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin, Florida
7 nights from £915 per person,Deluxe class resort

A huge, spectacular, luxurious resort beside Disney’s Animal Kingdom and between Epcot and Disney- MGM Studios, the Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin could scarcely be better situated for Orlando’s thrilling family holiday highlights. When you have settled in to your contemporary, air-conditioned room, complete with ergonomically designed beds, head out to discover the resort’s remarkable facilities. There are, for example, no fewer than 12 restaurants to choose from, including Bluezoo, for fresh seafood, and Mediterranean, sushi and American grill options, and five friendly bars for pre-dinner cocktails and evening entertainment. Work off any gastronomic indulgence on the tennis courts and at one of four championship golf courses nearby, or refresh and pamper body and mind at the Mandara Spa. Dedicated amenities for younger travellers comprise kids club, games room, play area, splash pool and children’s menus in some restaurants.
Save up to £510 per couple in Florida. Tour ref: N13607


Mandarin Oriental, New York, America 3 nights from £1192 per person,Deluxe class hotel
In the heart of Manhattan, directly opposite Central Park and within easy reach of all the main shopping and entertainment areas of New York, the Mandarin Oriental is one of this iconic city’s most luxurious and stylish hotels. Though its design may be minimalist and chic, service at the Mandarin Oriental is friendly and attentive, presenting a warm welcome to the hotel’s exceptional amenities, including a superb gourmet restaurant with expansive city views, a trendy but very inviting cocktail bar, an indoor swimming pool, fitness centre and opulent spa.
Elegant, air-conditioned rooms feature marble bathrooms, separate bath and shower, CD/DVD player and floor-toceiling windows – the perfect retreat after a day exploring New York’s many attractions, from Broadway shows to boutiques, the Statue of Liberty to the Empire State Building.
Save up to £582 per couple on luxury New York holiday in 2008.
Tour ref: KU8594 on BA, KU8596 on Silverjet.

Upgrade to Silverjet, the exclusively business class airline offering a private jet experience. Depart from Silverjet’s own luxury private terminal, relax in their Silver Lounge and enjoy the outstanding onboard service.

India’s cultural highlights and magical Maldives

Taj Tour, India 6 nights from £949 per person, first or deluxe class tour
India’s glorious ‘Golden Triangle’ forms the basis for this superb 6-night tour.
Delhi is the first stop, a collection of historical cities, rather than just one. Experience the chaotic charm of Old Delhi and the bustling markets of Chandni Chowk, the monumental Jama Masjid (Friday Mosque) and Edwin Lutyens’ masterful vision of an imperial capital in New Delhi.
Then its on to Agra, and the unforgettable Taj Mahal. The most sublime monument to love ever created and possibly the world’s most beautiful building, the Taj Mahal is best visited early in the morning (included) and at sunset (optional), when the translucent stone changes colour with the fading light.The ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur completes the triumvirate in fine style, with splendid palaces, scientific marvels such as the ancient Royal Observatory and, nearby, the imposing Amber Fort, where elephants bathe in the shadow of its towering walls.
Tour ref: First Class option - IN901, Deluxe option - IN902

Baros, Maldives 7 nights from £999 per person, Deluxe class hotel
On its own stunning, heart-shaped island in North Male Atoll, Baros is an icon of the Maldives.Exclusive and unique, completely remodelled and refurbished in recent years, this resort is a celebration of the beauty of nature and a hideaway paradise of tranquillity and luxury. Set on the edge of the ocean or on stilts in the heart of the sparkling lagoon, traditional-style villas come complete with kingsize beds, sea-view bathtubs, DVD players and espresso machines. Stylish dining options include continental and oriental restaurants, and the multi-tier Lighthouse,
offering a fusion of eclectic modern cuisine, accompanied by choices from an extensive wine cellar. The acclaimed Aquum Spa is a further oasis of serenity with sensual treatment rituals, and other superb fitness and leisure facilities include tennis and badminton courts, exhilarating watersports and a PADI-accredited dive centre.
Save up to £612 per couple on a luxury Maldives holiday in 2008
Tour ref: 7 nts - N13525, 14nts - N13543 (Deluxe Villa)

Upgrade to Premium Economy with Monarch Airlines from just £299 return!

The majestic Nile

Al Moudira, Luxor, Egypt
7 nights from £749 per person, Deluxe class hotel

Rising like a flower in the desert, the splendid Hotel Al Moudira is the only major hotel on thesun-drenched West Bank of the Nile. Its unique location, beside the monumental Medinet Habu and the Valleys of the Kings and Queens, presents the highlights of Luxor’s ‘open-air museum’ at quieter and less crowded times of the day. Luxor itself, and Karnak Temple, are only a half hour drive away.
In this elegant low-rise hotel, styled as a traditional Egyptian palace, rooms are remarkably spacious and elegantly furnished, with netted and shuttered windowed and domed, Nubian glass bathrooms. A swimming pool and sun terrace sit within tropical gardens beneath the majestic Theban Mountains, an exceptional restaurant serves up delicious regional dishes and set menus,and massages and Turkish baths ease weary limbs after an unforgettable day of sightseeing.
Save up to £148 per couple on a luxury holiday to Egypt in 2008.
Tour ref: 7 nts - N13673, 14nts - N13674



M/S Nile Romance, Egypt 7 nights from £499 per person, Deluxe class cruise
Cruise the Nile in style and discover five thousand years of captivating history with a journey on the M/S Nile Romance, one of the finest and friendliest ships currently plying the waters of this majestic river.
All of the cabins are air-conditioned and appointed with television, private en suite bathroom and picture windows. The vessel’s other facilities include sun deck and swimming pool, laundry, bazaar, restaurant, lounge bar and discotheque. The M/S Nile Romance transports you to the beauty and ancient treasures of Upper Egypt, including the monumental temples at Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and Karnak, and the worldfamous Valley of the Kings and Queens, original site of the tomb of Tutankhamun.
Save up to £582 per couple on the Nile Romance in 2008. Tour ref: N13434

The ancient treasures and natural wonders of Africa with Kuoni

Botswana Explorer - 9 nights from £2792 per person
Tented safari tour...a marvellous 9-night tour based in spacious, domed tents, takes in four of the country’s memorable safari highlights and the natural wonder of Victoria Falls.
For an unforgettable wildlife-watching holiday destination, look no further than Botswana; it’s a stunning array of landscapes teeming with exotic animals. This marvellous 9-night tour, based in spacious, comfortable, domed tents, takes in four of the country’s memorable safari highlights and another undoubted natural marvel in Victoria Falls. The remarkable Okavango Delta is unique, a 16,000km labyrinth of lagoons, channels and islands – the ‘river that never reaches the sea’ – supporting a breathtaking variety of life, including hippo, crocodile, warthog, wild dog and bush babies, along with several of Africa’s safari favourites and over 400 bird species. A short flight away by light aircraft is Moremi, one of the continent’s most attractive reserves, a verdant patchwork of lagoons and wooded pans, home to elegant predators such as leopard.

Savute is also noted for its predators, especially lion and hyena, though its watering holes attract myriad bird species too, from bee-eaters to fish eagles, that gather in flocks tens of thousands strong. And Chobe National park, near the Zimbabwean border, is famed for the large herds of elephant and buffalo that roam its plains – the extensive river network here allows unusual and peaceful game viewings by boat.

Last but by no means least, is Victoria Falls, a short drive away across the border. This magnificent sight, known locally as Mosi-ao-Tunya (or ‘the smoke that thunders’) is, by some reckonings, the largest waterfall in the world – don’t miss this opportunity to experience its awesome power and spectacular beauty.

Save up to £508 per couple on 31 May departure in 2008.
31 MAY - £2865, 25 OCT - £3328, 22 NOV - £2969, 6 DEC - £2792
OKAVANGO DELTA: 2 NIGHTS
MOREMI: 2 NIGHTS
CHOBE: 4 NIGHTS
VICTORIA FALLS: 1 NIGHT
TOUR REF: JS950 BOTSWANA EXPLORER 9 NTS MMP.

Wednesday, 27 February 2008

SAVE up to £1928 per couple in St Lucia


Cotton Bay Village, St Lucia

Set on a mile of white sandy beach, this luxury resort offers a home rather than a room for customers who want to experience a more engaging Caribbean experience. Accomodation types include 74 luxury suites, Townhouses and Villas with a combination of 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedrooms.

Villas all have private pools, outdoor dining gazebos and the services of a dedicated butler. There are 2 beautiful restaurants, a deli and a boutique. The Casuarina Spa & Fitness Centre provides treatments from full body massage and Elemis stone massage to detox treatments and manicures. Treatments for couples and families are also available.Village activities include an 18 hole Championship golf course, beach horse riding, Thai Chi and Yoga, boat, scuba, and nature excursions.

Prices from £899 per person
7 nights on a room only basis, staying in a One Bedroom Tamarind Suite
Travelling 12 Mar – 21 May 2008
Departing from Gatwick with British Airways
Tour ref: N13169
SAVE UP TO £1928 PER COUPLE!
Private transfers included
Weekends at a supplement

Tuesday, 26 February 2008

Mallorca savings up to £510 per couple

Puerto Portals - Mallorca from £949# per person
Mardavall Hotel & Spa 5*
Grand Deluxe Garden View Room
5 nights RB
Departures 01 April – 26 October 2008
(#applies to departures 20 – 25 Apr, 01-25 Jun, 01 Sep-26 Oct)
SAVE UP TO £510 PER COUPLE
Tour Ref: N13626
Flights based on British Airways ex Gatwick
*Sunday arrivals and Friday departures only*

Puerto Portals - Mallorca from £999# per person
Mardavall Hotel & Spa 5*
Grand Deluxe Garden Sea View Room
5 nights RB
Departures 01 April – 26 October 2008
(#applies to departures 20 – 25Apr, 01-25Jun, 01Sep-26Oct)
SAVE UP TO £510 PER COUPLE
Tour Ref: N13627
Flights based on British Airways ex Gatwick
*Sunday arrivals and Friday departures only*

Prices based on 2 adults sharing

Friday, 22 February 2008

Luxury 20 night tour to New Zealand from £1999pp

20 night self drive tour visiting North & South Island including Auckland,
Rotorua, Napier, Wellington, Queenstown and Christchurch in first class
accommodation for travel 13 June 2008.
Tour ref: N13756.
Upgrade to Air New Zealand Business Premier from £2779pp return

Barbados - Kuoni saves you over £200 per couple

Save £200 per couple!
• 7 nights minimum stay
• Book by 29 Feb 2008
• Travelling 01 May – 30 Jun & 01 Sep – 30 Nov 2008
• Flying from Gatwick & Manchester
Receive a FREE VIP card offering buy one get one free discounts
at participating restaurants and a range of premier attractions.

Maldives from £699pp

Kuramathi Cottage & Spa 3.5*
Save £426 per couple!
• 7 nights room and breakfast
• Travelling 27 April – 18 May 2008
• Flying from Gatwick
Price based on two people sharing a Beach Bungalow, flying
with Monarch Airlines. Premium economy upgrades available.
Tour ref: N13512.

Malaysia - Visit soon from £729pp

Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La 4.5*, Penang
Save up to £604 per couple!
• 8 nights room only
• Travelling 14 Apr - 10 June 2008
• Flying from Heathrow
Price based on two people sharing a superior room, flying
with Malaysia Airlines, Kula Lumpur extensions available.
Tour ref: N13659.

7 night luxury Thailand holiday from £889pp

Save up to £1156 per couple
Evason Hua Hin & Six Senses Spa 5*, Thailand
7 nights room only in a pool villa for travel 13 May – 11 June 2008.
Tour ref: N13753.
Upgrade to EVA Air Elite Class (premium economy) from £489pp return

Friday, 15 February 2008

Kuoni Thailand holiday offer

5* luxury in Thailand from £1399pp
Save £320 per couple
Rayavadee 5*, Krabi for 7 nights room & breakfast in a deluxe
pavilion room for travel 1 May-27 June 2008.
Tour ref: N13163
*Private Transfers included* Upgrade to Thai Airways Royal Silk
from £1419pp return

Kuoni Mauritius holiday offer

5* luxury in Mauritius from £1699pp
Save up to £582 per couple
One&Only Le Saint Géran 5*, Mauritius for 7 nights half board
in a junior suite for travel 20 Apr–30 June 2008
Tour ref: MT946
*Private Transfers included* Upgrade to Air Mauritius Business Class
from £1125pp return