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.

Glorious Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands, boasts superb beaches, a delightful bustling capital, St Helier, and some gorgeous scenery. Strolls along the stunning coastline, as well as optional visits to attractions like the famous 'Jersey Zoo' (the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust) and the fascinating War Tunnels will add to the pleasure of a stay here.

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.

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.

Join us on the sun-kissed Costa Brava and in the tiny Pyrenean Principality of Andorra. On this great-value holiday you'll visit cosmopolitan Barcelona, lively Perpignan, idyllic Collioure and the tax-free shopping haven of Andorra la Vella, and have the opportunity to explore Girona, Banyoles and Andorra's unspoiled 'Three Valleys' on our optional excursions.

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.

Experience the breathtaking Bohemian capital of the Czech Republic, the beautiful Pearl of the Danube and the great Imperial capital of the Hapsburg Empire, and pay a visit to striking, Slovakian Bratislava, as we reveal some of Europe's greatest cities on our great-value tour.

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.

A guided tour and a friendly, professional tour manager who will bring to life this wonderful place, as well as included transfers and a choice of excellent hotels, make this break the very best way to see this Bohemian jewel.

Cologne at Christmas is a uniquely festive place. Christmas markets spring up in half a dozen locations, including the narrow streets of the old town, and offer a plethora of seasonal gifts, trinkets and decorations. See them for yourself on this wonderful festive city break.

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'.

Join us in the scenic Dolomites for a festive holiday on which you'll discover the delightful Christmas Markets at Bolzano and Merano, and discover a part-Italian, part-Austrian land where you'll find pizzerias and bier-kellers side by side, where hearty food is accompanied by local wine and where desert is as likely to be apfel strudel as ice cream.

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.

Join us for a Christmas markets break that's guaranteed to warm your heart. Fly to Prague to enjoy the delightful stalls of the Christmas Markets in Wenceslas Square, a tradition that stretches back over a thousand years.

Join us for an unforgettable festive holiday on the picturesque shores of Italy's largest and most spectacular lake, its waters backed by the wooded slopes of craggy mountains and fringed by stylish, elegant resorts, completing a perfect picture-postcard scene that has drawn visitors for the last hundred years.

Join us for a seasonal celebration in Jersey's charming capital, St Helier - the perfect place for a Christmas break. With its maritime atmosphere, bustling shops and beautiful surrounding countryside, St Helier is the perfect choice for a few, festive days away.

Join us for a delightful Christmas break in the fascinating, ancient city of Prague. See the stunning sights, browse the traditional Christmas Markets, and enjoy a festive celebration unlike any other.