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Almond Morgan Bay,
St Lucia
Children stay & fly free

This newly refurbished premium All-Inclusive resort is the first Almond Resort outside of Barbados and offers the same excellent value for money, quality and range of facilities as its sister hotels. Seven nights from £2,830 per family (two children stay and fly completely free) in a Standard Room on All-Inclusive plus an exclusive free upgrade to a Deluxe Garden View Room. E-mail enquiries@selectworldtravel.co.uk or telephone 01684 577007 for more details


The Fairmont Royal Pavilion, Barbados
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This luxury hotel has continued to build on its well deserved reputation for both sophistication and elegance. A highlight is the unbroken ocean views from the tastefully refurbished rooms which have perhaps the best beachfront location in Barbados. Seven nights from £1,407 per adult in an Ocean Front Deluxe Room on Room Only including complimentary World Traveller Plus upgrades worth £538.
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Atlantis, Bahamas
Children stay & fly free
This is a truly breathtaking, unique and world class themed resort - it has a beachfront location together with dramatic man-made caves, lagoons rich in marine life, freeform swimming pools and cascading waterfalls. Seven nights start from £2,306 per family (two children stay and fly completely free) in a Beach Tower Terrace Room on Room Only.
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Carlisle Bay, Antigua

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Carlisle Bay has redefined what a contemporary luxury Caribbean hotel should be. This beautiful property is the perfect blend of style and thoughtful service and there is not even a hint of formality.Seven nights from £2,423 per adult in an Ocean Suite including breakfast, a complimentary dinner for two and free World Traveller Plus upgrades worth £538.

Norwegian West Coast and Fjords 10 night Touring Holiday FROM £579 per person

Norwegian West Coast and Fjords 10 night Touring Holiday FROM £579 per person


Discover Norways’ natural beauty- it’s endless forests, timbered houses painted red and gold and scenery to take your breath away - with the freedom of your own car.


Sailing from Newcastle to Kristiansand, this 10 night self-drive holiday takes you to the beautiful Setesdal valley and Haukeli mountain area, on to the magnificent Hardangerfjord and the old Hanseatic city of Bergen, down to the Norwegian coast to Stavanger and back to Kristiansand for your overnight crossing back to the UK.

Price Includes:
2 adults sharing a 2-berth inside cabin with en-suite facilities, to and from Norway
Return carriage of 1 standard car
8 nights hotel accommodation in a double/twin room on a bed and breakfast basis in selected Choice hotels.

NB: Prices above based on Monday departures between 21 Apr-29 Jun & 4 Sep – 22 Oct 2006. Thursday departures require extra night’s stay in Kristiansand.

E-mail enquiries@selectworldtravel.co.uk or telephone 01684 577007 for details and availability
Norwegian West Coast and Fjords: Tour ItineraryDay 1: Newcastle/Kristiansand
Overnight Sailing to Kristiansand arrving on day two at 09:15 hours.

Day 2: Hovden
133 Miles

A fabulous drive from Kristiansand through the southern forests and lakes of Norway to Hovden. Better known as a winter skiing resort, during the summer, the stunning scenery, with its mountains, open country, rivers and lakes surrounded with birch woodland provides the perfect backdrop for fishing, rafting, climbing and walking... or maybe just relax and enjoy.

Day 3/4: Eidfjord
142 Miles

Journey to Eidfjord on the E34, through tunnels, along winding roads and high into the mountains across the backbone of Norway down to Odda. From here Route 13 hugs the deep blue waters of the Hardanger Fjord which divides into about 20 smaller fjords of which Sorfjorden adn Eidfjorden are the best known. The scenery constantly changes between fjord and mountains, dramatic waterfalls and glaciers, fruit gardens and green fields.

For instant refreshment, stop at one of the numerous smaller waterfalls that tumble by the roadside and dare yourself to step underneath.

Once there, visit the Hardanger Folk Museum, take a fjord cruise for an unforgettable experience or visit the Hardangervidda Nature Centre. There's good trout fishing in the rivers Eio and Bjoreio and you can fish for salmon in Eidfjord Lake. The local tourist office has rowboats and bicycles for hire.


Day 5/6: Bergen
112 Miles

A wonderful drive on Route 7 following Samjafjord to Bergen. This ancient city looms large in Viking sagas and until the 14th Century it was the seat of the medieval kingdom of Norway. The Hanseatic merchants established a major trading post and the characteristic wooden buildings dominate the old harbour area.

Bryggen (the Wharf) is listed by UNESCO as one of the world's most significant examples of medieval architecture. Today it's a honeycomb of workshops and restaurants where you can savour the atmosphere, pick up fine clothes and dine on fresh seafood.

Visit the Bryggen museum with exhibits of ceramics, runic inscriptions and everyday artefacts of daily life in the Middle Ages.

Day 7/8: Stavanger
112 Miles

Enjoy the scenic drive down the western coast on the E39 through Stord and Haugesund to Stavanger. Old Stavanger is Northern Europe's largest and best preserved wooden house settlement where more than 170 houses built in the 1700s and early 1800s are preserved and renovated. Great bars, cafes and restaurants abound.

Lysefjord, an hour's drive east outside of Stavanger, is one of the most memorable experiences this region offers including the extraordinary Pulpit Rock. For a unique driving experience, the hairpin ascent by road from Lysebotn and the magnificent mountain ranges beyond is a classic.

Day 9/10: Kristiansand
156 Miles

A pleasant 4-5 hour drive from Stavanger to Kristiansand through forests, along fjords and past picturesque farmlands.

Discover Kristiansand. Great shops, good restaurants and friendly people. The old town of Posebyen has kept its traditional charm. Visit the open air Vest-Agder County Museum where original farm buildings have been reconstructed to give a taste of old rural Norway.

Only a 20 minute drive is Dyreparken, Kristiansand's living zoo with acres of gardens, amusements and a historical reconstruction of a typical Norwegian fishing village.

Please note that between 3rd July and 8th July'06 there will be a music festival in Kristiansand. This will possibly be heard from the rooms in this hotel.

Day 11: Depart Kristiansand
Sailing from Kristiansand at 18:00 hours overnight to Newcastle

Day 12: Arrive Newcastle
Arrive 10:00 hours

* Optional tour Extension
To enhance thyis enchanting tour further, you may wish to extend it with a stay in Fagernes and Sogndal following Eidfjord. At Fagernes, discover a popular bathing beach in Vesleoya which is conveniently situated in front of your hotel. In Sogndal, you'll discover fjords, mountains and glaciers. Places of interest include the Sogn Folk Museum, the college and Sognahallen Sports Hall.

** The suggested extension is 3 or 4 nights in duration, but can be changed to suit your individual requirements.

Holidays to Israel, Jerusalem and Tel Aviv

Located at the fulcrum of Europe, Asia and Africa, Israel is a melting pot of eastern and western sights, sounds and smells.Ancient Biblical sights, sophisticated cities, fascinating culture, stylish hotels and contrasting landscapes make up this small country, no bigger than the size of Wales.Spectacular nature such as the Dead Sea and Negev desert vie for your attention with biblical heritage and ancient cities - Jerusalem, Galilee and Bethlehem.Israel combines the very ancient with the ultra high-tech, and the exotic with the contemporary - indulgent spas, opulent hotels, exquisite restaurants and more museums per capita than any other destination.

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Stylish resorts - The country's natural diversity is echoed in its variety of resorts. For sophisticated hotels and restaurants, Jerusalem and Tel Aviv cannot be beaten. For modern-day resorts, spas, sandy beaches and warm seas, head south to the Dead Sea.Whether you're swimming with dolphins, enjoying classical music or exploring historic religious sites, you will be truly fascinated by this captivating destination.

Climate in Israel: Enjoys long warm dry summers Apr-Oct and generally mild winters Nov-Mar with somewhat drier, cooler weather in hiily regions, such as Jerusalem and Safed. Weather extremes range from occasional winter snowfall in the mountain regions to periodic oppressively hot dry winds that send temperatures soaring, particularly in Spring and Autumn. Clothing: Lightweight clothing suitable for a hot climate along with a sun hat, sunglasses, water canteen and comfortable walking shoes. Israel can be chilly in the evening cool enough to need a sweater also a rain coat and warm clothing needed for the hilly regions.

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JERUSALEM

Resting in the Judean Hills, and steeped in 2,500 years' history of the world's three main religions - Judaism, Muslim and Christianity - Jerusalem provides you with a breathtaking and spiritual experience never forgotten. Explore the vibrant alleyways of the Old City with its stalls selling traditional fellaful and delicious sweet nut-filled pastries. Stop by the ancient Wailing Wall and leave a note with a wish for the future. Follow the route that Jesus took, carrying his cross, on the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, built over the site where he was crucified, buried and resurrected. Stand transfixed by the beauty of the seventh century Dome of the Rock, its mighty golden orb dominating the Jerusalem skyline.When you have tire of sightseeing, there is plenty more to do - relax in elegant restaurants of every nationality; shop in boutiques and markets; and relax in historic and luxurious hotels.

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TEL AVIV

Known as the white city because of its unique Bauhaus building style, present-day Tel Aviv is a vibrant melting pot of culture, nightlife and shopping.Stroll along the beautiful promenade, or Tayelet, as it is called in Hebrew, and admire the Mediterranean seashore. Stay in a luxurious beachfront hotel with great views, sunbathe on the sands, or unwind in a beachside cafe. If you enjoy water-sports, this is the place for you.After sunset, the restaurants and bars pulsate. Relax over a gourmet meal with a glass of Israeli Cabernet Sauvignon, or listen to jazz or live rock music. Israel cuisine reflects a mix of cultures - everything from Middle Eastern to traditional Jewish cooking, typically using lamb, herbs and vegetables to create mouth-watering dishes. For a taste of old Tel Aviv, explore historic Jaffa with its ornate clock square, winding alleyways, fascinating old port and colourful flea market.

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For more information or to Book call Select World Travel on 01684 577007 or e-mail enquiries@selectworldtravel.co.uk