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Good Afternoon,
Destinations travel show is almost upon us and Earl's Court once more opens its doors to the nation's tired, poor, hungry masses yearning to be free... Many of the UK's most esteemed specialist operators come together to showcase their encyclopedic knowledge of 'undiscovered destinations'... Aspiring travellers gather three and four deep around exhibition stands, eager to ask the burning question that only someone with a real love for their subject can answer... 'Two weeks Tenerife. What can you do?'
What indeed?
Those with more hard-hitting questions may want to visit the 'Ask Bradt Zone' (Stand R29) where more than 25 of the fearless indy publisher's authors will be on hand to share their knowledge. Several of Bradt's finest, including Philip Briggs (author of 10 Bradt Africa guides), will later take the stage to speak on their specialist subject. Click here for full details.
Other Travel Media clients present at the show include Dragoman Overland, Naturetrek, Peregrine Adventures, Quest Travel and the Worldwide Group,
I'll be at the show for Thursday and Friday with Lindsay, Kate and Zoe wo-manning the office in Kirkharle. Call me on 07767 603 145 if you want to meet up.
This week's handy website of the week is http://wwwwww.timeanddate.com/calendar/ - perfect if you forgot to pick up a suitable freebie at WTM...
That's about it. Have a good week.
Best,
Nick
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| Bradt Travel Guides I |
BOLIVIA - FIRST EDITION
Out Now £14.99
For some, their strongest associations with Bolivia are contained in the final frozen frame of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, when los bandidos Americanos emerge guns blazing into a Bolivian plaza and a withering hail of bullets, only to live on in Hollywood legend. For others, it’s the place where Ernesto ‘Che’ Guevara entered a similarly murderous final frame in a remote pueblo at the hands of CIA-backed soldiers. However, David Atkinson brings the country alive and up-to-date with Bradt’s all-encompassing first edition guidebook, Bolivia. |
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| Bradt Travel Guides II |
BREATHTAKING AFRICA
Tales of sacred crocodiles, gorillas in the mist
and much more…
Philip Briggs & Ariadne Van Zandbergen On The Road!
Bradt guidebook writer Philip Briggs and photographer Ariadne Van Zandbergen will share their experiences of off-the-beaten track Africa together with stunning images of wildlife, scenery and rich cultures, during a series of presentations in Oxford, Manchester and London including the Destinations Travel Show at Earls Court. Philip has written guides to Ethiopia, Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda, Ghana, Mozambique and Malawi, so come and hear his stories of sacred crocodiles, gorillas in the mist, rock-hewn churches and much more. Plus ask your own questions and be inspired to travel to little-discovered African countries or revisit destinations to dig deeper. |
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| Bradt Travel Guides III |
NEW EDITION UPDATES
Botswana - Edition 2
Uganda - Edition 5
Out Now £15.99
Two of Bradt's Africa experts bring their guidebooks bang up to date. |
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| Dive Worldwide |
TUCK IN AT TOKORIKI
FULL BOARD AT ROOM-ONLY PRICES – SAVE £350 p/p
Cost £1,829
In addition to a superb South Pacific undersea experience, divers can now enjoy complimentary dining at the idyllic Tokoriki Island Resort in Fiji. From now until 30th April 2007, Dive Worldwide’s 10-day holidays to Tokoriki are offered on a full board basis, at no extra charge – representing a massive saving of £350 p/p. London departures are available daily. |
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| Dragoman Overland |
EARL’S COURT OVERLAND
DESTINATIONS TRAVEL SHOW
Cost only £10,600
Feel like escaping conventions, packing up and heading off? Here’s your chance. For a tempting sample of overland travel at its best plus the opportunity to win a trip to East Africa, Ecuador or India, visit adventure specialist Dragoman Overland’s Mercedes truck, doubling up as a multimedia presentation room encapsulating footage of exotic and awe-inspiring destinations, guaranteed to woo hungry, potential travellers into submission. Meet recently-returned drivers and talk with the experts during a 4-day travel show at Earls Court, London from Thursday 1st February 2007. Complimentary tickets are available from www.dragoman.com |
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| Families Worldwide |
TAKE THE KIDS??!
Cost £1,399 adt, £1,199 chd
Feel the sand between your toes, in your hair, up your nose… Climbing the world’s highest dune may sound tough, but rolling back down is kids stuff! Take the family to Namibia, a real adventure playground and top safari destination. See ‘big cats’ up-close, camp in the desert, visit a fascinating tribal village and meet the Himba people, learning about their simple ways of farming - families will get to meet the goats (and their kids!) and other livestock during an action-packed 15-day safari with Families Worldwide, departing London on selected dates coinciding with school holidays in March, July, August and December 07. |
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| Footloose |
***LAST MINUTE, SAVE 20%***
CANYONS AND INDIAN LANDS
Cost £508
Grab your boots, hit the road and grab a bargain too! Get the most out of the Great American Southwest, visiting the best of the region’s National Parks during an action-packed 7-day Canyons and Indian lands lodging tour with Footloose. Save 20% on 5th February 2007 departure from Las Vegas. Further, full-price departures available on 19th March and 16th April 2007 |
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| Magic of the Orient |
MOVIE MAGIC
BABEL’S COOL TOKYO
Cost £1,395
Acclaimed as one of the must-see films for 2007, Babel is already being heralded as a strong Oscar contender. The perfect movie for travel lovers, Babel was shot in four countries, Morocco, Mexico, USA and Japan, where Tokyo provided the only urban setting in the film. Tokyo really is as cool as it looks in Babel – check out the city’s heady mix of high-tech and ancient history, from the sushi and saki bars of Roppongi and Bladerunner-style skyscrapers of Ginza, to the tranquil Meiji Shrine. Far East specialist Magic of the Orient, offer 12-day holidays to Japan combining a city-stay in Tokyo with visits to Hiroshima, the island of Miyajima and Kyoto. Tours depart London Heathrow daily. |
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| Naturetrek |
TAKE A MORE RELAXED VIEW…
PANAMA-CANOPY TOWER
Cost £1,525
Spend a whole week residing in the treetop canopy at the world-famous Canopy Tower in the avian-rich tropical rainforest of Panama’s Soberania National Park, enjoying some of the best birdwatching in Central America. The 9-day expertly escorted ornithological tour departs London on 25th April 2007. Visiting in the second half of April, the tour coincides with the end of the spring migration and the beginning of the breeding season when birds are at their most vocal.
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| Peregrine Adventures |
**NEW FAMILY TOUR**
ANCIENT STEPS OF AMALFI
Cost £925 adt £670 chd (under 16 years)
Try out ‘moon walking’ down a large volcanic ash flow, learn how to make a pizza, walk on little-known medieval trails, meet local people and discover hidden corners within the heart of Amalfi region. Peregrine Adventures has expanded its popular European program to include a NEW Colours of Amalfi 8-day family walking adventure, departing Naples 8th April 2007. |
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| Quest Travel |
TAKE THE PLUNGE…
FROM THE 80th FLOOR…
4-NIGHT VALENTINE’S BREAK INCLUDING 24-HOUR NEW YORK PASS
Cost £599
On the 14th February 14 couples plan to take the plunge from the 80th floor of the Empire State Building… and get married! Even if you’re not ready for that lofty level of commitment or have made it already, Quest Travel offer a 4-night NYC Valentine’s break including a 24-hour New York Pass that allows entry to over 40 of the city’s attractions, amongst them the Empire State’s Observation Deck - voted amongst the ‘top ten places to kiss’ by New York’s Daily News - departing London 11th, 12th and 13th February 2007.
Move over Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan and write your own screen kiss script on the 86th floor. From An Affair to Remember to When Harry Met Sally and Sleepless in Seattle, New York’s art deco icon resonates with romance. Hint for the guys… think more Cary Grant and less King Kong… |
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| TrekAmerica |
CAMPING WITH COWBOYS…
**LAST MINUTE DISCOUNT SAVING £184**
WESTERN SUN
Cost £739
From the magnificent mountains and canyons of Yosemite, Zion and Grand Canyon to the stunning desert scenery of Tucson, Death Valley and Joshua Tree National Parks, explore the west’s ‘bright lights big city’ experience too and bank a 20% discount by joining TrekAmerica’s 20-day Western Sun camping and lodging tour departing Los Angeles 19th February 2007. |
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| Walks Worldwide |
ALL ABOARD THE CHIHUAHUA AL PACIFICO
MEXICO’S COPPER CANYON
Cost £2,525
Arrive in style aboard the world-famous Chihuahua al Pacifico railroad, don hiking boots and explore the ancient trails of the native Tarahumara through the world's largest canyon system - the Copper Canyon in Mexico's Sierra Madre mountains. Later, sip margaritas and rest those weary limbs in stunningly located wilderness lodges and beautifully restored haciendas. Walks Worldwide’s 11-day Copper Canyon In Style hiking tour departs London on selected dates throughout 2007 – next departure 16th March.
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