Guaranteed sunshine in the UAE or

Ice Hotels, Gigantic Waterparks Snow Skiing, Dune Surfing, Polo - whatever takes your fancy. Dubai and the surrounding Emirates can offer all of the above and much more. Please call the travel team on 01246 555777 or visit our website http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/ to find out more about it.

And now for something different...

The owners (the residents) of The World, the cruise ship, are in talks to offer 'guest' bed nights. The ship has 165 'homes' which are owned by 130 people. Passengers can create their own itineraries but must stay for a minimum of six nights.
It is ideal for luxury cruisers, but also people who have never cruised before because it offers an in depth travel experience by staying in some ports of call for up to five days. Prices compare with Silversea Silver Suites and competitive with top hotels.
We will put more information on the blog when it becomes available.

Collette Worldwide

'The Galapagos and Ecuador' is new for 2010. It takes in Quito and Otavalo on the mainland, before a five day cruise in the Galapagos Islands. The tours include flights, meals, accomodation and transfers. Call us today on 01246 555777 or visit www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk

Dan Brown moves to Washington DC

Best-selling author of The Da Vinci Code, Dan Brown, has turned the spotlight onto Washington, DC in his latest thriller. Focusing again on lead character Professor Robert Langdon, The Lost Symbol went on sale last month and is set to be another best seller. Dan Brown fans who would like to visit the US capital can build their own itineraries to include time at some key locations the George Washington masonic National Memorial; the House of The Temple, The International Spy Museum and the intercative museum at Mount Vernon. Travel Advisors are able to book a three night package with Virgin Holidays. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require any more information or prices - we would delighted to help you! Alternatively go to http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/

Did you know...

The Bahamas has an island to suit every type of holidaymaker, from families to adventurers.
Golf Diving and fishing are well catered for with a range of islands and accomodation.
Accomodation ranges from simple to luxurious, barefoot island style to full-on glitzy glamour.
If you fancy the Bahamas please call us on 01246 555777 or look at our website http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/

Thomson Tailormade

has launched a new Dubai and Indian Ocean Brochure which combines Dubai with the Maldives, Mauritius and the Seychelles. For more information on any this or any Tailormade holidays please call our friendly team on 01246 555777 or visit our website http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/.

Dubai has opened..

its long awaited fully-automated rail transport system. The longest in the world, the Dubai Metro connects key locations across the city such as Burj Dubai, the Burj Al Arab, Emirates Tower and Dubai Marina. It covers a total of 70kms.

Cruising News

You don't have to travel far to escape the winter blues....

Discover a different side to the Mediterranean this winter with Costa Cruises in 2009/2010
Costa Pacifica travels on a series of 10 to 11 -night voyages to Greece, Cyprus, Egypt and the Holy Land of Jerusalem or if you are just looking for a bit of winter sun, Costa Serena and Costa Marina take to the white sand beaches of the Atlantic Islands.

Cox & Kings has launched a selection of new river cruises for 2010. These include Dahabeya cruising on the NileWe for the first time on an intimate and authentic Egyptian cruise experience. There is an option to combine four nights in Cairo with a seven-night cruise that includes visits to the Valley of the Kings in Luxor, the Temples at Kom Ombo and Edfu, the Aswan High Dam and the Temple of Philae.

Oceania Cruises has launched its 2010/11 Winter Collection which offers worldwide luxury cruises across its three mid-sized ships. For the first time, the company has added cruises to Africa and Antartica as well as 17 new itineraries across central America, the Maldives and Seychelles with 30 new port calls.

Star Clippers has added a Monaco Grand Prix Cruise for 2010. The 170-passenger Star Flyer departs on May 22 sailing along the Cote d'Azur to Monte Carlo for the day of the race, after which she sets sail for Calvi, Corsica, before continuing her Mediterranean voyage to Portofino and finally Cannes.

Sunvil have a seven -night full-board cruise including daily excursions and activities around the Galapagos Islands. The itinerary also offers two bed and breakfast nights at the Casa Aliso in Quito, a privately guided city tour, a visit to the Equatorial Line and flights from Heathrow. It departs on the 10 December.

Hurtigruten has launched its new brochure for 2010/2011 which features new themed voyages, new car tours, a new combined Iceland and Greenland and Antartica. New themed voyages include icebreakers, a history of polar explorers and exploration.

Please call 01246 555777 or visit us on http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/ for information on any of the above.

Kirker Holidays

Are offering a seven-night tour of Kwazulu-Natal, with visits to the Zulu and Boer War battlefields and Drakensberg Mountains. There is also a seven-night self-drive tour of the Southern Cape, taking in Cape Town, Arniston and the Winelands. For more details and prices please call 01246 555777 or go to the website www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk

Kuoni adds new safaris and tours for 2010

Kuoni has added a total of 30 new hotels and lodges and more than 30 new safaris and tours across the eight countries it highlights in its recently launched 2010 Africa brochure.

Brochure highlights include family-friendly malaria-free lodges in the north west Province of South Africa. Robin Pope walking safaris in Zambia, treehouse style lodges on South Africa's Garden Route and escorted tours to discover local villages and culture.

Horseback, walking, cycling and 4 x 4 adventure game viewing is part of an eight night Kenyan Advenure Safari, including a day trek on Mount Kenya, ideal for the intrepid safari-goer.

For wildlife enthusiasts, tracking chimpanzees in their natural habitat in Tanzania follows in the footsteps of researcher Jane Goodall, through Gombe Stream National Park and at Lake Tanganyika.

For a safari with a difference there are four houseboats to cruise in Botswana, Namibia and South Africa, either cruising the Zambezi, Chobe River or Lake Jozini. Elephant-back safaris are also offered in Zambia.

For more details of these new exciting suggestions please call us on 01246 555777 or go on to http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/

World Cup Travel 2010

After Team England's recent 5-1 win against Croatia, Fabio Capello's squad members are lining up for England's opening match in South Africa next June.

Thomson Sport has announced new one match official travel packages for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. The packages offer competitively-priced options with accomodation in Cape Town.

Hayes & Jarvis are offering tailormade trips to include city, touring options and twin centre extensions to South Africa so if you fancy something a little bit special this may be worth considering.

For more details call us on 01246 555777 or visit http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/

And more on Weddings - Africa

Somak holidays are offering wedding venues ranging from the beach to the top of Table Mountain in South Africa. How about a sunrise ceremony in Namibia's dunes or a safari wedding in luxury tents. If this takes your fancy give us a call on 01246 555777 for more details, alternatively visit www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk

Exchanging vows in ....

Olympic Holidays is looking to expand its wedding venues in the Greek Islands to meet growing demand from couples looking to marry in the destination.
For next year the operator has added four new Cyprus wedding hotels, three new Greek properties and weddings in Malta, where civil cermonies are offered in Valletta's Register Office, in a choice of hotels and in a number of historical venues.
Let us help you plan your perfect day. Call 01246 555777 or visit http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/

Something different - Cultural and Culinary

Explore's new eight day culinary and cultural tour of Malta and Gozo takes in some of the best-preserved ancient sites in the Mediterranean, along with opportunities to sample traditional Maltese cuisine.

Included is a city walking tour of Valetta , a UNESCO heritage site, a boat tour of the Grand Harbour and walks through the ancient cities of Senglea, Vittoriosa and Cospicua. A visit to a traditional Maltese bakery in the village of Qormi is also on the agenda along with a visit to the cellars of one of Malta's famous wine makers to learn about wine production and to sample different vintages and traditional Maltese produce.

Also offered is a visit to the Cremona Olive Estate to learn about the intricacies of olive oil production and relax for a picnic lunch.

Two full days are spent sightseeing and walking on Malta's unspoilt sister island, Gozo. The tour departs in March, May and September.

For futher details and prices please call our friendly team on 01246 555777 or visit www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk

Carbon Reporting

Thomson and First Choice have called for the travel industry to immediately adopt full and transparent carbon reporting.

Exodus adds nine new trips for 2009/10

Exodus has launched a new brochure for winter 2009/10 which includes ice-fishing, dog-sledding, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing plus nine new trips.
New trips for solo travellers are also featured such as snow-shoeing in Poland, this features a series of guided snowshoe walks in locations such as the Pieniny Mountains and through the Gorce National Park. The next departure is on January 10, 2010.
We would be delighted to give you more details and prices just give us a call on 01246 555777 or go to http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/

Kirker launches music cruise for 2010

Kirker Holidays has announced details of its 2010 music cruise. A voyage to the Norwegian Fjords departing on the 22 June. The eight night itinerary on board Fred Olsen's Black Watch includes port calls to: Bergen, Stavanger, Alesund and Sognefjord. It features the Doric String Quartet, with performances presented by critic, writer and broadcaster Hilary Finch.
The programme will be complemented by a series of talks and interviews with the artists and a range of shore excursions are also available.
For more information on this or any other Kirker Holidays please call 01246 555777 or visit us at http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/

Have you ever been to Venice?

Venice has been revealed as the cruise fans' favourite port in the World, according to a new YouGov survey. Next time you are thinking of cruising bear this in mind.

Ethiopia is...

... Millions of years old, yet a relatively unexplored destination for UK Travellers. Cox & Kings and Explore Worldwide have some amazing tours. Please call Travel Advisors UK Ltd on 01246 555777 or visit us on www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk

Greener Airways

Qatar Airways operated the first commerical flight using pioneering gas -to-liquid technology this week. The Gatwick - Doha flight used technology developed by Qatar petroleum and Shell.

Getting Married Overseas....

Here are a few ideas
Five top wedding destinations with:

Virgin Holidays - Caribbean / Mauritius / Las Vegas / New York / Florida

Planet Holiday - Paphos / Protaras / Ayia Napa / Rhodes / Santorini

Cosmos Distant Dreams - Mexico / Cyprus / Lapland / Sri Lanka / Mauritius

Getting married overseas is a much more affordable option - even last minute bookings can be arranged.

So whatever you fancy let us help you with your dream wedding.
Call Travel Advisors on 01246 555777 or log on http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/

Winter Wonders of Scandanavia

Specialised Tours offer:

Northern Lights Breaks

Ice Hotels

Land of the Northern Lights Tour

Lapland Adventure Breaks

Snowmobiles and Husky Safaris

Tailor-made holidays a speciality

For details on any of the above please call us at Travel Advisors on 01246 555777 or

visit our website http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/

Have you thought about a Nile Cruise?

Home to almost a third of the world's archaeological treasures and with the legendary Nile separating its east and west banks, Luxor is somewhere to add to your list of places to visit. In addition to being a major stop on Egypt's historical and Pharaonic circuit, Luxor is the launch pad for scores of Nile cruises. Among its highlights are the Valley of the Kings and Queens, Karnak and Luxor temples and the Winter palace hotel where Agatha Christie sought inspiration for Death on the Nile.
For something different did you know that Bales Worldwide has introduced a collection of four restored 19th-century wooden sailing craft, called dahabiyyas, to its Egypt portfolio. The vessels use private moorings away from the larger towns and itineraries and menus and activities can be tailored to meet client requests.
For more details please contact Travel Advisors on 01246 555777 or visit us at www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk

More from Explore...

Explore has added 17 new tours - including Buglaria, Indonesia and Venezuela - to its 2010/11 Family Adventures programme. For example a new Magical Morocco tour, which visits imperial cities, Berber villages and the former Portugese port of Essaouira.
Tours are available during the Easter, Summer and Christmas holidays and in the February, May and the October half-terms. All itineraries are graded according to how active they are and are rated to the standard of accomodation. Itineraries last from 4 to 16 days.
For more details call Travel Advisors on 01246 555777 or log on to www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk

All-inclusive packages from Inghams

Inghams has launched new all-inclusive ski packages to Slovakia, Andorra and Romania this year, which include lift passes, ski equipment hire, tuition and half-board accomodation.
They are also offering savings for children including Kids Ski Free packages, with free lift pass and free ski hire and two-for-one deals on ski and and snowboard lessons offered in a number of resorts.
For details and prices contact Travel Advisors on 01246 555777 or www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk

Holidays for single travellers

Just You - Holidays with no single supplement...
If you would like a brochure or more details please contact us on 01246 555777 or log on to www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk

Sandy Lane offer from Silversea

Silversea is offering the exclusive Sandy Lane Collection of selected voyages departing this month to December. A pre or post cruise stay is available at special rates.
Please contact Travel Advisors on 01246 555777 or http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/
for more information.

Eight-day family adventure tour from Explore

Explore is offering an Active Adventure family tour, with activity options including bungee-jumping, kayaking and rock-climbing in Bugaria. Highlights of the eight-day tour include a visit to a monastery. The package includes flights, transfers, seven nights' breakfast accomodation, four extra meals, all activities and a tour guide for departures between May and August 2010.
For more information call us on 01246 555777 or visit us at www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk

Where would you most like to visit?

Are you looking for a break, be it a long weekend, two weeks in the Mediterranean, or an epic journey please call us at Travel Advisors on 01246 555777 and we will be delighted to help you alternatively visit our website
http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/

Free nights from Thomson Tailormade

Thomson Tailormade has launched a new America and Canada brochure, offering flexible durations and bespoke holidays. Selected hotels in this brochure offer a range of deals including free nights, free child stays and meal offers.

Please call the travel team at Travel Advisors for more information on 01246 555777 of contact us via the website http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/

First Choice adds range of family deals

First Choice Ski has launched a range of deals for families and children. They are now offering three new resorts, new flights and ski childcare for children aged six monhs to 11 years across 15 resorts in the Alps.

For more information on the above or any othe ski holidays call Travel Advisors on 01246 555777 or visit us ar http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/

There's something mysterious and exciting about...

Bulgaria
From sunny beaches to snowy mountains Bulgaria has so much to offer - something adventurous, unexpected even.
Contact us today and we'll create a holiday to suit your needs.
Travel Advisors 01246 555777 or www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk

What about Istanbul?

Eat: Rami, Balikci Sabahattin,Cafe Marmara Taksim

Drink: 360istanbul,Dulcinea,Wanna

Sleep: Four Seasons Hotel Isatanbul, Buyuk Londra Otell, Deniz Konak Hotel

See: Aya Sofya, Blue Mosque,Basilica Cistern

Explore the many attractions of Istanbul by calling Travel Advisors on 01246 555777 or visit us on http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/ to let us put a wonderful holiday together for you.

'A' facts

Austria - as almost half of its clients travel on their own, Exodus has launched Solo Departure holidays. They include an eight day cross country skiing trip package to the new Pertisau Beginners Course in the Austrian Tirol, with a range of departures from January 2010.

Abu Dhabi - Rotana has opened two properties on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. Yas Island Rotana is minutes fom the Yas Marina Circuit, future home of the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, The Links Golf Course and Yas Southern Marina.

So if you'd like any more information on either of the 'A' facts give Travel Advisors a call on 01246 555777 or visit www. chatsworthtravel.co.uk

Gran Canaria - an attractive option this winter

Gran Canaria has always been a popular winter sun destination for UK tourists but more flights mean it's more accessible than ever.
While the island is best known for its superb sandy beaches and buzzing resorts in the south did you know that 43% of the territory is protected by UNESCO as a biosphere reserve. There is also a wide range of outdoor activities, from rock climbing to hiking. The island is also firmly established as a golfing destination.
For more information on holidays to Gran Canaria call the travel team at Travel Advisors on 01246 555777 or go to http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/.

New Hotels to visit

Pattaya - Holiday Inn opens in Thailand this October
Beaches Turks & Caicos - has unveiled a £75 million Italian village
Kempinski Hotels - has opened its first luxury lodge in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Premier Inn has opened 110 room hotel and restaurant close to Victoria Station, London
The Beach House at Manafaru Maldives joined the Waldorf Astoria collection on November 01.

Where do you fancy? Near or far please call us on 01246 555777 or visit http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/

Oz via Dubai

Tourism Australia and Emirates have lauched a joint national campaign aimed at encouraging British people visiting Australia to fly there with the Middle East Airline.
For more information call us on 01246 555777 or visit our website on www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk.

24 Hours in Barcelona

Do it in Style!

Eat at

La Gavina, Taller de Tapas, Tragaluz

Drink in

Pre en Bulles, Els Quatre Gats, CDLC Barcelona

Stay at

W Barcelona,Hotel Casa Fuster, Hotel Arts Barcelona

See

Gaudi, Gothic Quarter, Montjuic

Barcelona has more than enough for several days...

For details call us on 01246 555777 or visit http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/

Jeremy Vine on travel....

Travel is the act of rebooting. Clearing your head and emptying your eyes, ears, nose and your throat of the noxious substances emitted by the working world. The more stressful daily life is, the more you need to get away.
Let us help you to get away by calling 01246 555777 or visit us on www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk

Mad about Mozambique

With its colourful wildlife, sandy beaches and azure sea, quaint colonial towns and vibrant capital, Mozambique is a year-round destination.

Somak Holidays have a Buffaloes and Beaches tour including 3 nights in Kruger National Park, South Africa, and five nights at Pestana Bazaruto Lodge. It includes return indirect flights, transfers, 8 nights accomodation, six game drives and most meals. For prices and details -

please give us a call on 01246 555777 or visit http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/

Double the Luxury - New Jewels

One luxury destination.

Two stunning brand new ships.
Costa Cruises knows Dubai. After all they were the first operator to offer regular cruises from this famous Emirate in 2006. This winter they are preparing to take two new Jewels of their fleet, Costa Luminosa and Costa Deliziosa, to this destination with the latter's 20-night inaugural cruise departing for Dubai on 05 February 2010.
For more info on the fanstastic range of Dubai cruises please call the team on
01246 555777 or visit us on http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/

Travel News...

British Airways has launched London City's first flight to New York JFK . The Service will fly twice daily and is the first to allow passengers to send emails, texts and use the internet on a flight via the mobile communications service OnAir.
For more information call us on 01246 555777 or visit www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk

Red Sea Diving

Longwood Hoildays now include diving in El Quseir for the first time with the British owned Pharoah Dive Club and the Easy Divers dive centre in Hurghada. This now means they have 11 Red Sea diving resorts to chose from. Solo traveller weeks are again offered, plus a section of buy-one-get-one-free and buy-one-get-one-half-price offers on diving packages and courses.
For more information call Travel Advisors on 01246 555777.

Travel Advisors special P&O Oriana World Cruise 2010

Gail of Travel Advisors (UK) Ltd. is negotiating with P&O Cruises a special deal on sectors of the World Cruise aboard Oriana in September 2010.

The World Cruise sectors are San Francisco to Auckland with an amazing post cruise tour of New Zealand and Hong Kong to Southampton with a unique tour of China pre cruise.
Watch this space for further details !

Norwegian Epic

Here are a few facts about NCL's Norwegian Epic.

Launch date May 2010
Maiden Voyage 17th July 2010
Length 1,068ft
Number of decks 19
Crew 1730
Passengers 4200
Cabins 2114
Food venues 20
Bars/lounges 20

Children/family activities: The highlight of NCL's ship is the Aqua Park,which will have three waterslides.There are three activity areas for children and teenagers with light-up dance-floors, Wii gaming areas and a karaoke performing stage that doubles as a cinema.

Entertainment: The Blue Man Group will perform in the Epic Theatre,while there will be a circus-style dinner show in Epic's own "big top". The Headliners Comedy Club will feature the Second City troupe.

Other hotspots: the Fat Cats jazz club,13,00 sq ft casino (the largest at sea): adults -only POSH beach club,which is like an open air nightclub: Ice Bar, where drinkers will be provided with coats,gloves and hats to cope with the -8C temperature; and Spice H20, an adults only area with a giant video screen around the aft pool.

Sports/leisure: a two storey sports complex will offer a full sized basketball/volleyball court; 33ft high climbing wall; the first abseiling wall at sea;and the "spiders Web", a 24 ft high climbing cage. The Pulse fitness centre includes a boxercise ring and the first squash court at sea. there are also bowling lanes and the Mandara Spa.

Accommodation: ranges from spa cabins and private villas with their own pool,gym,bar and restaurant, to New Wave curved staterooms and Studios,which are hip and urban and have access to The Living Room,a shared private lounge.

Itineraries: Eastern and Western Caribbean from Miami.

Fore more information please call Travel Advisors UK Limited on log on to http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/.

MSC Cruises offers new regional flights

MSC Cruises says it is responding to growing demand by launching new regional flights to service Manchester,Birmingham and Edinburgh. The flights, which will operate between April and September 2010, will cost from £249.00. Full details are due to be released soon.

Holland America Line

Holland America Line has launched a past passenger programme offering more benefits and onboard discounts. The Mariner Society Rewards Programme offers benefits that are organised into four levels based automatically become members of the Mariner Society.

Oasis of the Seas launches November 2009

Here are a few facts about Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas which will launch November 2009.
Maiden Voyage 5th December 2009.
Length 1187 feet
Number of decks 16
Crew 2165
Passengers 5400
Cabins 2706
Restaurants/Bars 30

Central Park the centre of the ship is open to the sky and full of tropical foliage.The focal point will be a "town square" which will stage concerts and street performances. The area will house 150 Central Park, the ship's most exclusive dining venue.

Boardwalk family area inspired by British seaside piers and American boardwalks. The centrepiece will be a full-size carousel, the only one at sea, and two 43-feet high climbing walls. It is also the venue for the Aqua Theater, an ampitheatre-style venue at the stern with a 17.9 feet deep pool, the largest at sea.

Royal Promenade situated under Central Park, its glass arched skylights allow natural light to cascade in.It is home to the Rising Tide Bar, which moves between decks.

Pool and Sports Zone stretching the ship's length, it will feature four types of pool,two FlowRider surf simulators,the first zip line at sea and an H20 water play zone. Contains the first beach pool at sea with sloped entry.

Entertainment Place comprises a jazz club,comedy club,nightclub,casino and theatre,which will stage performances of Hairspray.

Youth Zone :the focal point is Kids Avenue,which is home to children's clubs and themed play areas. royal babies and Tots is Royal Caribbean's first nursery for infants of six months and above,while the Adventure Ocean Theatre is the first for children at sea.

Itineraries: Western Caribbean sailings from Fort Lauderdale

For more information and further details of bookings please call Travel Advisors UK Limited on 01246 555777 or log on to http://www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk/.

Fred Olsen Christmas Brochure

Fred Olsen Cruise Lines has produced a Christmas brochure featuring festive markets ,winter sun and mini cruises.Balmoral's cruise from Dover on December 12 visits markets in Copenhagen,Hamburg and Amsterdam.
For more details call Travel Advisors on 01246 55577 or vist www.chatsworthtravel.co.uk.

Hurtigruten New Year Cruise

Hurtigruten has added a New Year cruise that will welcome in 2010 at North Cape ,Europe's most northerly point. Prices for the five -night trip,which leaves Tromso on December 29, start at £1285pp including flights. Call Travel Advisors on 01246 555777 for more details or to book.