Monday, 4 May 2015

1-2nt Kent Coast, Dinner & Calais day trip or Spa £59


£59 (at Grand Burstin Hotel) for a 1nt stay for 2 inc. breakfast, dinner and spa access or return ferry crossing to Calais, or from £99 for 2nts - save up to 43%

1-2nt Kent Coast, Dinner & Calais day trip or Spa £59£59 (at Grand Burstin Hotel) for a 1nt stay for 2 inc. breakfast, dinner and spa access or return ferry crossing to Calais, or from £99 for 2nts - save up to 43%

Highlights

  • Enjoy a 1 or 2-night Kent seaside break for 2 people.
  • Stay at the Grand Burstin Hotel on the Folkestone sea front.
  • Includes a delicious 3-course buffet dinner and full English breakfast.
  • Plus a return foot passenger ferry crossing to Calais, or a bottle of wine and spa access!
  • Voucher valid from 15th May-28th Aug 2015 (excludes 23rd-25th May).
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Luxury Kent, 3-Course Dinner & Breakfast for 2 - From £59


From £59 (at The Blazing Donkey) for a 1-night stay for 2 including dinner, sparkling wine and breakfast, from £89 for 2 nights, from £119 for 3 nights - save up to 69%

Luxury Kent, 3-Course Dinner & Breakfast for 2From £59 (at The Blazing Donkey) for a 1-night stay for 2 including dinner, sparkling wine and breakfast, from £89 for 2 nights, from £119 for 3 nights - save up to 69%

Highlights

  • Enjoy a 1, 2 or 3-night stay in a stunning 18th century farmhouse.
  • Includes a 3-course dinner on your first night in the Samphire Restaurant, with a glass of sparkling wine each..
  • Plus a daily full English breakfast.
  • The perfect base from which to explore Canterbury and Sandwich.
  • Voucher valid for travel until 31st Aug 2015.
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Peaceful Buckinghamshire Dining Escape Horwood House £99




Explore the heart of Buckinghamshire from characterful Horwood House, an idyllic country house situated just a short drive from the bustling town of Milton Keynes. Combining vintage appeal with modern facilities, Horwood House is the perfect place to spend a night with a loved one among the peaceful countryside. Surrounded by 38 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, explore the delights of southern England and return to thoughtfully furnished bedrooms, historic allure and a delicious welcome.
What You Get
  • For £99 per night (worth up to £123) enjoy an Standard Double room for two, with a two-course dinner and breakfast
  • Savour a delicious and seasonal two-course meal in the relaxed, ambient restaurant –click here for a sample menu
  • Includes a leisure centre with a swimming pool and gymnasium
  • The lovely bedrooms come equipped with complimentary toiletries and WiFi
What to Do
  • Visit nearby Milton Keynes and experience indoor skiing or shop in its many arcades and malls
  • Enjoy a day at the races at Towcester Racecourse or Silverstone
  • Home to a wealth of historic landmarks, make sure to take a trip to the lovely Woburn Abbey
  • Visit the historic wartime Bletchley Park, home to the National Codes Centre and the National Museum of Computing, famous for being where Alan Turing cracked the Enigma code during the Second World War
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Off the Beaten Track Oxford River Cruise Oxford River Cruises From £29



Off the Beaten Track Oxford River Cruise

Oxford River Cruises From £29
Take a trip down the tranquil Thames as you explore areas of Oxford off the beaten track on this river boat journey from Oxford River Cruises. The tour sets sail from Folly Bridge in Oxford city centre, travelling upstream past quaint residential suburbs before reaching Binsey and majestic Port Meadow. It’s the calm and relaxed way to see the beautiful and intriguing scenery of this outstanding city. Port Meadow is an area of vast common land, which has remained much the same since pre-historic times. At the top of Port Meadow sits the hamlet of Godstow, which inspired Alice Liddell and Lewis Carroll when they composed Alice's Adventures in Wonderland on an identical Oxford boating trip. And it’s also the site of Trout Island, an inspiration for stories of the land of Narnia.
  • £29 (regular price £58) for the Spirit of Oxford River Cruise experience for two adults 
  • £49 (regular price £88) for The Spirit of Oxford River Cruise experience for two adults and two children 
  • Available for cruises Monday to Friday at 12.30pm
  • Tours depart at 12.30pm throughout April and at 12.30pm and 6pm throughout May and June
  • The cruise lasts approximately two hours and 30 minutes
  • The trip takes you past Christchurch Meadows and College, the University Regatta Course, the College Boat Houses and Folly Island
  • Your skipper will give you an insight into the history of the city and its attractions 
  • This cruise is usually aboard one of our elegant Edwardian style River Launches
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Two-Night Paris City Break for Two with Eurostar Tickets, Central Hotel and a River Cruise - ShortBreaks £379




Two-Night Paris City Break for Two with Eurostar Tickets, Central Hotel and a River Cruise - ShortBreaks £379

As the pageantry of spring fades into glorious summer, the City of Lights welcomes the changing of seasons with a wealth of cultural goings on, outdoor soirees and evening tours of famous buildings. Enjoy a stunning two-night Parisian break at the classically decorated Hotel Axel Opéra, a gem carefully placed in the heart of the city, with modern comforts and quiet views down to the city centre below.
Experience the delights of wonderful Paris, the third most visited city in the world, before a backdrop of sunlight glinting off the Seine, parks strewn with flowers and soft pastries bursting with summer fruit. Rest easy in the knowledge that transport is taken care of, with inclusive Eurostar tickets from St. Pancras to Gare du Nord. And make sure to and sip, savour and nibble all that this multi-hued, vibrant and utterly original city has to offer.
What You Get
  • For £379 (worth up to £594) enjoy a two-night Paris break for two people with return Eurostar tickets, a cruise on the River Seine, and breakfast each morning
  • Depart on the Eurostar train from London St. Pancras International station (dates and times in the fine print) and arrive at Paris Gare du Nord station, a 10 minute taxi ride from the hotel
  • Enjoy a Classic Double or Twin Room for two at the central Hotel Axel Opéra, offering a range of amenities including cable or satellite television, a hair dryer, air conditioning and a welcome tray
  • Take in spectacular and hidden views on a river cruise along the Seine, as bridge to bridge the lights flicker on in this magnificent city
Things to Do in Paris
  • Watch the city erupt into tennis fever as the French Open serves up the finest in sporting entertainment
  • Visit in May for over a hundred classical concerts held throughout the city in ancient churches, aboard river barges and in top theatres
  • Take a not-to-be-missed evening tour of the Louvre to admire one of the world’s greatest museums without the crowds
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Sunday, 3 May 2015

Springtime Getaway in a Hampshire Countryside Mansion with Two-Course Dinner De Vere Venues Warbrook House and Grange £89



Springtime Getaway in a Hampshire Countryside Mansion with Two-Course Dinner De Vere Venues Warbrook House and Grange £89

In the beautiful, serene countryside halfway between Basingstoke and Wokingham, De Vere Venues Warbrook House and Grange is a secluded and wonderful venue for your pastoral sojourn to the Home Counties. Nestled peacefully among sweeping green fields, fertile woodlands and the rural magnificence of Hampshire, this red-bricked country manor estate combines traditional Georgian splendour with contemporary comforts and excellent service. Framed by 130 beautiful acres of woodland and parkland yet easy to reach from Heathrow and London, wake up to birdsong and an amazing breakfast before going for a scenic walk and enjoying spectacular views of the manor from across the water.
What You Get
  • For £89 per night (worth up to £145) enjoy a Contemporary Double room for two people with a two-course dinner and breakfast
  • Dine on an exquisitely fresh two-course meal
  • All stylish bedrooms come with free internet, tea and coffee facilities, a hairdryer and television
Things to Do in Hampshire
  • Head to nearby Wellington Country Park for beautiful nature trails, a vast array of wildlife and a resident herd of red and fallow deer
  • Only 10 miles from Ascot Racecourse: put on your biggest and brightest hat and enjoy a day at the races
  • Hidden within Windsor Great Park, visit the stunning, ornamental Savill Garden any time of the year for explosive colours and aromatic journeys between the blossoms

Elizabethan Manor House Dining Break in Stratford-upon-Avon The Hotel Collection £149



Elizabethan Manor House Dining Break in Stratford-upon-Avon The Hotel Collection £149

The Billesley Manor Hotel is a listed building located in Warwickshire with an array of stunning and unique features. Visit the on-site 11th century church, take a stroll through the 100 year old listed Topiary garden, or read a book in the very same library that was used by William Shakespeare. Soak in the rich and vibrant history contained within the walls of the 16th century Elizabethan Manor House or enjoy the contemporary facilities such as the tranquil beauty rooms or fitness studio. The choice is yours.
What You Get
  • Two people can enjoy a nightly stay in a Standard Double room with breakfast, three-course dinner and bottle of wine in your room on arrival
  • Or upgrade to a Deluxe Double room for two people with more space to relax, comfy bathrobes and slippers
  • Includes a three-course meal for two on each night of your stay, a bottle of wine in your room on arrival plus a complimentary late checkout of 1pm
What to Do
  • Relax in the hotel's lovely leisure or play a game on one of their tennis courts
  • Explore their 100 year old listed Topiary garden
  • Discover the lovely and historic city of Stratford-upon-Avon - just 3 miles away