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Sue Gladding Travel Counsellors, Braintree (2025)

29/08/2025

Europe’s Ultimate Multi-City Break!!!

8 Nights with Breakfasts from £699pp

Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest

Travel Date: 14 November 2025

Discover four of Europe’s most iconic cities in one unforgettable 8-night City Break holiday. From Berlin’s edgy energy to Prague’s fairytale charm, Vienna’s regal elegance, and Budapest’s riverside magic, each stop brings its own vibe. Dive into rich history, local flavors, and stunning views at every turn. One trip, four cities, endless memories.

BERLIN
STAY: 2 Nights at 4* Mercure Hotel Berlin City in a Standard Room with Breakfast.
Stay here for a cozy, authentic experience right in the city’s vibrant heart yet peacefully tucked away. Inspired by the nearby Natural History Museum, the stylish rooms and modern lobby offer comfort with a local touch. Just minutes from the main train station, airport, and top cultural spots like Museum Island, it’s the perfect base for exploring. Enjoy easy access to shopping, cafés, and Berlin’s lively charm all around you.
Top Rated for Location with 4.2* TripAdvisor Ratings !!!!
INCLUDED: Berlin to Prague via Rail

PRAGUE
STAY: 2 Nights at 4* Grand Majestic Hotel Prague in a Superior Room with Breakfast.
Discover elegance at Grand Majestic Hotel Prague, perfectly located in the city's historic and economic center. Just steps from the Municipal House, Powder Gate, and Palladium shopping mall, with top attractions like Old Town Square and Charles Bridge within walking distance. Indulge at the Atrium Restaurant, offering fine Czech and international cuisine, or unwind at the Highball Bar with signature cocktails and premium wines.
Awarded with Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice with 4.5* Ratings !!!
INCLUDED: Prague to Vienna via Rail

VIENNA
STAY : 2 Nights at 4* Ruby Marie Hotel Vienna in a Nest Room with Breakfast.
Once Austria’s first department store, Ruby Marie now blends history with modern luxury in the heart of Vienna. Overlooking the city’s top shopping street and steps from Wien-Westbahnhof, it’s the perfect base for retail therapy and sightseeing. Sip signature cocktails in the stylish bar, unwind in the rooftop garden, and enjoy a serene night’s sleep in our Lean Luxury rooms. A historic icon reborn stay in style at Ruby Marie!
Awarded with Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award with 4.5* Ratings !!!
INCLUDED: Vienna to Budapest via Rail

BUDAPEST
STAY: 2 Nights at 4* Ibis Styles Budapest Center in a Standard Room with Breakfast.
Stay in the heart of Budapest at ibis Styles Budapest Center, a stylish hotel set in a beautiful historic building. Enjoy easy access to top attractions, dining, and transport, with a metro station just 50m away. Explore the city's vibrant energy—Keleti Railway Station, Sport Arena, and Budapest’s famous ruin pubs are all within reach. Perfect for business or leisure, offering a seamless blend of history, convenience, and city charm.
Awarded as Hotel of the Year with 4.2* TripAdvisor Ratings

Package Includes:
Return Direct Flights from Heathrow with 23kg baggage
Rail journey between Berlin, Prague, Vienna & Budapest
2 nights at 4* Mercure Hotel Berlin City in a Standard Room with Breakfast.
2 nights at 4* Grand Majestic Hotel Prague in a Superior Room with bed & breakfast
2 nights at 4* Ruby Marie Hotel Vienna in a Nest Room with bed & breakfast
2 nights at Ibis Styles Budapest Center in a Standard Room with bed & breakfast

Based on 2 Adults Sharing
Heathrow from £699pp
Dublin from £749pp
Glasgow from £789pp
Bristol from £ 795pp
Birmingham from £835pp
Newcastle from £855pp
Manchester from £915pp

Full Payment required

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27/08/2025

Starting October 12, 2025, the EU is introducing a new Entry/Exit System (EES) for non-EU travellers. This will replace manual passport stamping with digital records, and could impact border procedures for travellers from the UK, US, Canada, and more.

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26/08/2025

Embark on a journey from the Andes to the Amazon, where Ecuador’s towering peaks meet the dense rainforest, or sail to the edge of the world in Antarctica. These expeditions are for those who crave the extraordinary, with every detail handled for a seamless experience. 🌎✨

Let’s make it happen.

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24/08/2025

Munich Christmas & Beer Escape

3 Nights with Tours from £649pp

Travel Date: 02 December 2025

Experience the festive spirit of Munich this December with a holiday tour through its magical Christmas markets, local beer halls, and traditional Bavarian treats. From twinkling lights to rich seasonal flavours, it’s the perfect winter escape.

STAY: 3 Nights at 4* Hotel NH München Ost Conference Centre in a Standard Room with Breakfast!
Offers spacious, quiet rooms, a generous buffet breakfast, free parking, and wellness facilities, making it perfect for a relaxing stay. Ideally located just 20 minutes by direct train from Munich’s city centre and Theresienwiese, it’s a great base for exploring the magical Christmas markets. With nearby shopping at Riem Arcaden and easy access to major attractions, you’re never far from the festive fun. Its peaceful setting and excellent transport links make it ideal for a city break.Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award Winner for 2024!

INCLUDED: Munich Christmas Markets Tour
Get swept up in the festive atmosphere of the Christmas markets in Munich, Germany, and experience the city's festive charm. Wander through the beautifully lit city centre and its enchanting Christmas markets, guided by locals who share heartwarming stories and seasonal traditions. Enjoy a hot drink, a sweet surprise, and take home a special souvenir to remember this magical winter experience.

INCLUDED: Bavarian Beer and Food Evening Tour
Prost! Munich is the beer capital of the world. Home of the beer-halls, beer-gardens, beer-cellars. They've been brewing 'liquid bread' here for 3000 years and they do it better than anyone else. In the company of a local guide, take an evening to travel into the heart of Munich's beer culture. Savour the local experience and indulge in Bavarian snacks as you explore Munich's rich history and culture.

Package Includes:
International Direct Flights with 23Kg baggage.
Private Return Airport Transfers.
3 Nights at 4* Hotel NH München Ost Conference Centre in a Standard Room with Breakfast!
Munich Christmas Markets Tour.
Bavarian Beer and Food Evening Tour.

Based on 2 Adults Sharing
Heathrow from £649pp
Dublin from £739pp
Manchester from £815pp
Glasgow from £819pp (30 Nov 25)

Full Payment Required

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20/08/2025

🚨 DEAL OF THE DAY 🚨

💚 Stunning Sardinia for £869pp 💚

Club Hotel Cormorano 📍
Bed and Breakfast, 4 star ⭐
Departing on 30th August, 7 nights
Price based on 2 adults
Includes a saving of £100!+
🚨PLUS save an additional £125 per booking^

What's included?
🛏 Classic double room without balcony
🧳 22kg baggage & 10kg hand luggage
✈️ Return flights to Sardinia
🍹 Pool bar & À la carte restaurant
👙 Outdoor pool with children's section
🌊 Close to the beach
🤩 Great for both couples and families
🏛 400m from Baia Sardinia resort centre

✈️ London Stansted - £869pp (departs 30th August)
✈️ Manchester - £889pp (departs 27th August)
✈️ Birmingham - £959pp (departs 28th September)

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*T&Cs apply. All deals supplied are the cheapest available rates for the holiday specified and therefore availability may be limited at this price.

19/08/2025

👀STAYCATIONS - INSTANTLY BOOKABLE

🌿✨ Discover the Dragonfly Log Cabin: Your Luxurious Somerset Getaway with Private Hot Tub! (sleeps up to 6) ✨🌿

📆4th September - 4 nights from £926 total

‼️Other Cabins available for next week

‼️All bookings arriving before 14/09/25 will receive a FREE AXE THROWING ACTIVITY‼️

• Private six person Hot Tub

• Open plan kitchen, dining and living room

• Three bedrooms (sleeps six: 1 x double room & 2 x twin rooms)

• Bathroom (with toilet)

• Wet Room (with toilet)

• Wheelchair accessible

• All linen, bedding and towels included

• Outside decking area

• Under-floor heating

• BBQ available

• Free Wi-Fi (dedicated 4G router)

Got a mulit-gen, family, friends or group... call me for details.

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18/08/2025

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🌿🦓🐆A NATURAL PARADISE & FAMILY ADVENTURE🦒🦏🌿 ⭐️from £2️⃣4️⃣1️⃣0️⃣pp

🐘🇿🇦𝐎𝐧 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐢 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐛𝐮𝐥𝐚- 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐕𝐄 🇿🇦 🦓
On this immersive, family friendly tour, you’ll get the chance to really settle into your breathtaking surroundings as you spend a blissful, all-inclusive stay at the Mabula Game Lodge.

Set against the picturesque backdrop of the UNESCO-listed Waterberg Mountains, the Mabula Private Game Reserve boasts diverse landscapes and habitats, perfect for the free-roaming 'Big Five' and other wonderful creatures, making this a perfect family friendly safari holiday that you’ll never forget!

🔹10 Days
✈️Flights from Heathrow Direct
✈️Regional Departures from Glasgow, Inverness, Manchester & Newcastle available ✈️
🌮21 Meals
🍷All Inclusive
🍺𝘖𝘱𝘦𝘯 𝘣𝘢𝘳 𝘣𝘦𝘵𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘯 12𝘱𝘮 𝘢𝘯𝘥 10𝘱𝘮 (𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘳, 𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘴, 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘶𝘮 𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘤𝘬𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘥)
🎟️10 Included Excursions

🧡2025 Dates - 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐰
▪️24th November - £2727pp (4 seats left)
▪️1st December - £2727pp (2 seats left)

🧡2026 Dates - 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐰
▪️12th January - SOLD OUT
▪️26th January - £2609pp (3 seats left)
▪️2nd February - £2801pp
▪️9th March - SOLD OUT
▪️April - SOLD OUT
▪️May - SOLD OUT
▪️June - SOLD OUT
▪️July - SOLD OUT
▪️3rd August - £3609pp (2 seats left)
▪️October - SOLD OUT
▪️2nd November - £2703pp (3 seats left)
▪️30th November £3507pp

🧡2027 Dates - 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐰
▪️11th January - £2939pp
▪️25th January - £2966pp
▪️8th February - £3078pp
▪️22nd February - £3002pp
▪️8th March - £3002pp
▪️19th April - £3029pp
▪️26th April - £3002pp
▪️3rd, 10th, 17th, 31st May - £3002pp
▪️24th May - £3002pp (5 seats left)
▪️7th June - £3002pp
▪️21st June - £3002pp (3 seats left)
▪️5th July - SOLD OUT
▪️12th, 19th July - £3978pp
▪️26th July - £4032pp (9 seats left)
▪️2nd August - £4032pp (3 seats left)
▪️9th August - £3987pp (4 seats left)
▪️16th August - £3285pp (6 seats left)
▪️23rd August - £3285pp
▪️30th August - £3213pp
▪️6th, 13th September - SOLD OUT
▪️20th September - £3029pp
▪️27th September - £3105pp
▪️4th October - £3105pp
▪️11th October - £3029pp
▪️18th October - £3186pp
▪️25th October - SOLD OUT
▪️1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd November - £2993pp
▪️29th November - £3897pp (7 seats left)

🔸𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆- Room's for up to 2 adults & 2 children under 11 - ❌ Limited Rooms Available ❌
(Options for families with older children available)

🧩Children’s Programme
🧩Games room & babysitting services
🧩Wild Play Zone for young children & teenagers
🧩 Child Friendly ‘Bumble Safari’ for younger children under 6 - bookable free of charge in resort

⭐️⭐️Deposits £395op

🦁🐃🦒🐘🐆Go in search of the Big Five on six included safaris into the Mabula Private Game Reserve 🦁🐃🦒🐘🐆
🌿Enjoy an expert-led wildlife talk and fascinating bush walk
🐦Pay a visit to the award-winning Hornbill Project
⭐Spend a night stargazing under the starry South African night sky
🌄Take in a colourful sunset with a sundowner in the bush
🍗A traditional bush lunch at a scenic location

Prices are inclusive of the discount, correct as at 18th August 2025

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15/08/2025

Holidays don’t always go to plan……..

Sometimes things can and do go wrong. When it does, it’s usually pretty stressful, but you have peace of mind that I will be here for you.
No need to worry about computer waiting queues or online chats, I am a real person who cares 🩷

So, before you press the book button online, think twice, would you rather have someone you trust to get your holiday back on track?

💚 Together we can see more 💚

✅ATOL Protected & 100% Financial Protection
✅Book with Award Winning Company
✅Pay deposit then option to pay as you wish until the balance due date
✅Access to our MYTC App

✅Contact me for more information and how to book your next dream destination.

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14/08/2025

𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐢𝐬, 𝐍𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 & 𝐄𝐥𝐯𝐢𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐲’𝐬 𝐆𝐮𝐥𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭
𝘍𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘔𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘩𝘪𝘴’ 𝘉𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘦 𝘚𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘖𝘤𝘦𝘢𝘯 𝘚𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴, 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘤𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘣𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘴𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘯 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘹𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘔𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘱𝘱𝘪.

🔹14 days
✈️Flights from Heathrow or Manchester
🎟️3 Inclusions
⭐️3 & 4* Hotels
✈️Heathrow
🔸13th May 2026 - £2839pp
🔸23rd September 2026 - £2864pp
🔸11th November 2026 - £2716pp

✈️Manchester
🔸6th May 2026 - £2890pp
🔸16th September 2026 - £2890pp
🔸18th November 2026 - £2801pp

⭐️Deposits £395pp

🔅Visit Chattanooga, home to the historic Chattanooga Choo-Choo Hotel, a former railroad terminal
🔅Journey to Nashville, the country music capital of the world, and join an optional tour of RCA Studio B and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
🔅Travel to Elvis Presley’s beloved hometown, Memphis and walk along Beale Street, America’s most famous musical highway
🔅Discover the iconic Sun Studio and Graceland, Elvis’ home, last recording studio and final resting place on an optional tour
🔅Spend time in Tupelo famed as the birthplace of Elvis, and perhaps enter his childhood home
🔅Join an optional city tour of vibrant New Orleans, from the charming French Quarter to the Garden District
🔅Experience an optional visit to a bayou (a slow-moving creek), home to alligators in the outer swamps of New Orleans
🔅Board an optional steamboat dinner jazz cruise as you glide down the Mississippi River at night
🔅Discover the Oak Alley Plantation, with its alley of oak trees and well-preserved antebellum architecture on an optional excursion
🔅Stop over in the delightful Bay St. Louis and walk around its waterfront and downtown area
🔅Enjoy four nights in the coastal town, Ocean Springs with a stay at Gulf Hills Resort, previously frequented by Elvis
🔅Relax or partake in optional excursions, like a sh*****ng excursion from Biloxi and a visit to the Gulf Coast Gator Ranch

Prices are inclusive of the 15% discount, correct as at 14th August 2025

✅Contact me for more information and how to book this tour to celebrate 𝗘𝗹𝘃𝗶𝘀 “𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴” 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐲 with a relaxing beach stay at the end

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12/08/2025

💚🇮🇹 𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗥 𝗜𝗡 𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 🇮🇹💚

💚𝑁𝐴𝑃𝐿𝐸𝑆 💚𝑅𝑂𝑀𝐸 💚𝐹𝐿𝑂𝑅𝐸𝑁𝐶𝐸 💚𝑀𝐼𝐿𝐴𝑁

2nd June 2026 x 8 nights
From £979 per person

☀️ Summer in Italy is filled with lively festivals, outdoor concerts, and cultural events that showcase local traditions, music, and arts.
☀️ Visit world-famous attractions like the Colosseum and Vatican in Rome, the Duomo in Florence, Milan’s Duomo and shopping districts, and Naples’ Pompeii ruins.
☀️ Hiking in Florence’s surrounding hills, summer provides perfect weather for outdoor adventures.

Price Includes
✅ Return flights from selected airports
✅ Airport taxes and security charges
✅ Internal Trains Included
✅ Naples x 2 nights - Caravaggio Hotel
✅ Rome x 2 nights - Caravel Hotel
✅ Florence x 2 nights - La Fortezza
✅ Milan x 2 nights - Unahotels Galles Milano
✅ Breakfast
✅ 1 Piece of check-in baggage per person

Flying from...
🛩 London Stansted £979 per person
Deposit - £450 per person

🛩 Edinburgh £1059 per person
Deposit - £530 per person

🛩 Manchester £1399 per person
Deposit - £845 per person

ℹ️ Subject to availability & change - Price based on 2 sharing.

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11/08/2025

🎄✨ CHRISTMAS MARKET IN MILAN ✨🎄
𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗔 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡 & 𝗦𝗧. 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗭 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗣 🚂

✈ 4th December 2025 x 3 nights
👉 From only £479 per person ‼️

🎄 Experience the enchanting holiday spirit with beautifully decorated stalls, twinkling lights, and festive music, creating a perfect winter wonderland in Milan
🎄 Enjoy the breath taking ride on the Bernina Train, renowned for its stunning Alpine vistas, making the trip as memorable as the destination
🎄 Explore the glamorous Swiss resort town, famous for its luxury boutiques, picturesque landscapes, and vibrant holiday celebrations.

Price Includes 👇
❄ Return flights from selected airport with Ryanair & Easyjet
❄ Airport taxes and security charges
❄ 3 Nights – Hotel Astoria, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western (Room Only)
❄ Bernina Train and St. Moritz Day Trip
❄ Includes 2 Cabin bags- Ryan Air
❄ Hand luggage Only -Easy jet

Flying From...
🛩 London Gatwick (EasyJet) - £479 per person!
⏰ 0640/0940 | 1920/2015

🛩 Manchester (Ryanair) - £479 per person!
⏰ 1300/1615 | 1635/1750

❌ Full Payment Required ❌

ℹ️ Subject to availability & change - Price based on 2 sharing.

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08/08/2025

❄️ Grab Your Bestie – It’s Time for a Spa & Adventure Escape in Iceland!

This one’s made for girlfriends, mums & daughters, or couples who want the best of relaxation + adventure in one trip 💆‍♀️🧗‍♀️

💙 Soak in the Sky Lagoon with that iconic infinity view
🔥 Experience Iceland’s famous geothermal hot springs
🛶 Glide through icy waters on a serene kayaking trip
🌋 Explore dramatic landscapes of lava fields & waterfalls
🧖‍♀️ Stay in boutique spa hotels designed for max chill

It’s all the epic beauty of Iceland, with a softer, wellness-focused twist.
Perfect for clients who want pampering, nature, and a bit of thrill—without roughing it.

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