Join us amid some of Ireland's finest scenery. A land of rivers and loughs, some sweeping in from the sea; of towering mountains and sheltered glens; where the Irish language is still widely spoken and traditional music rings out from the pubs and bars of its ancient villages and towns.

Fly to and from Edinburgh, stay in two delightful hotels and enjoy the very best of Scotland's stunning scenery and fascinating history on this great-value break. A visit to Edinburgh, a cruise on Loch Lomond and tours of the breathtaking Trossachs and Highlands are just some of the highlights awaiting you!

Join us for a few days in a corner of the Emerald Isle renowned the world over for its ancient Gaelic culture and for the charm and allure of its lovely scenery. Visit the festive city of Galway, the beating heart of Irish culture, and perhaps enjoy excursions to idyllic Lough Gill and the pretty coastal town of Westport on this entrancing five-day break.

Visit the heart of the Highlands to enjoy three spectacular train journeys. Ride the famous West Highland Line from Fort William to Mallaig, take a trip on the charming Strathspey Steam Railway and enjoy a breathtaking run from Inverness to the Kyle of Lochalsh.

A day trip to the legendary Isle of Skye, travelling by train in one direction on the breathtaking Dingwall to Kyle of Lochalsh line, a full day exploring Wester-Ross, one of the most beautiful and remote areas of the Highlands, and visits to Inverewe Gardens and Dunrobin Castle (entrances payable locally) are just some of the highlights awaiting you on this great-value holiday.

A breathtaking train journey from Dingwall to the Kyle of Lochalsh; the legendary Isle of Skye; time to explore Loch Ness and the romantic ruins of Urquhart Castle; and a visit to Inverness, capital of the Highlands, are just some of the highlights awaiting you on this great-value five-day break.

Enjoy the very best of Scotland on an escorted tour that includes stays in the heart of the Highlands, on the legendary Isle of Skye and in scenic Ayrshire. Highlights include a circular tour of the beautiful Isle of Arran, visits to Inverness and delightful Portree on the Isle of Skye, and monster-spotting at Loch Ness.

Join us on this great-value, five-day break and enjoy some of Ireland's most breathtaking scenery. Visit spectacular locations such as picturesque Galway, the awesome Cliffs of Moher and the lunar-like landscape of the Burren; relax in the tranquil surroundings of your resort, Killaloe; and soak up the Gaelic charm that Western Ireland offers in abundance.

Enjoy a stay on the shores of Lake Garda, Italy's most spectacular lake. With clear, blue waters backed by the wooded slopes of craggy mountains and fringed by stylish, elegant resorts, Lake Garda has drawn and captivated visitors for over a century.

Join us to explore some of the finest cities in Europe. Marvel at exquisite Venice and romantic Verona; discover the treasures of Florence and 'eternal' Rome; and wander the shrine at Assisi and the Tuscan gems Siena and San Gimignano.

Join us on the shores of the blue Adriatic for a holiday that includes visits to the ancient university city of Padua, and to incomparable Venice - La Serenissima. Stay in the 'Blue Riband' resort of Lido di Jesolo, relax, unwind and perhaps join us as we visit Shakespeare's Verona, beautiful Lake Garda, exquisite Florence and medieval Treviso on a programme of fascinating optional excursions.

Experience three of Europe's most majestic cities. Explore the magic of Venice; discover the treasures of Verona; enjoy the serenity of Lake Garda; and gaze in awe at the beautiful Dolomites.

Journey to the heart of stunning Bavaria on a magical, six-day holiday combining fascinating history and beautiful Alpine scenery. Visit the exquisite capital, Munich, Neuschwanstein' s famous 'Disney' castle, Hitler's mountain-top 'teahouse' and Mozart's charming birthplace, Salzburg, as well as enjoying a cruise on beautiful Lake Konigsee.

Discover a fascinating Spain beyond the sun-kissed costa on this great-value holiday. Unearth the historic riches of this ancient country on visits to beautiful Seville, the Moorish city of Cordoba, and the spectacular Alhambra palace and gardens in Granada - as well as to the cities of Jerez, Ronda, Marbella and Mijas.

The beautiful southern province of Andalucia, birthplace of Picasso, home of flamenco and cradle of the gypsy life, is a land of history and legend, where some of Europe's most wonderful cities are set against a backdrop of high plains and sun-blessed coast. Join us there for a superb value holiday.

Combine a few days in the vibrant, bustling Thai capital - famed for its temples, markets, shopping malls and colourful nightlife - with a stay in the serene waterside town of Kanchanaburi on the bank of the River Kwai and forever associated with the events of WWII, and finally the chance to rest and relax in a beach-side resort hotel.

Every year Amsterdam puts on an unforgettable New Year's Eve show! Amid her canals and cobbled streets, and in her bustling bars, jazz clubs and cafes you'll discover spectacular firework displays, decorated beer tents and street entertainment. Join the partying crowds and enjoy the atmosphere of what the Dutch call Oudejaarsavond, 'Old Year's Eve'.

The Channel Island of Jersey is an especially wonderful place to visit in December. The island is often bathed in the winter sunshine for which it is well known, and even on cloudier days, there's nowhere quite like Jersey to help recharge the batteries and provide a welcome pre-Christmas break.

Visit the Christmas markets of Munich, and discover the festive fun of the Christmas season as celebrated in the Bavarian capital. When the city's Christmas markets - the most famous on the central square, Marienplatz, open their stalls, Munich really does become a fairytale winter-wonderland!

There's nowhere quite like Paris, especially at Christmas, when the 'City of Light' turns - quite literally - into a city of festive light, with its great buildings beautifully illuminated, its shops and Christmas markets dressed for the season, and the grand boulevards decorated in Parisian style.