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Book with Thorne Travel and travel with confidence. At Thorne Travel, we take the time to get to know you, understand what matters most and create holidays that are tailored to you, your family and your budget. As a multi-award-winning independent travel agency, we work with over 300 trusted travel suppliers worldwide, giving you access to incredible choice, competitive prices and exclusive offers you may not find elsewhere. Whether you're dreaming of a luxury escape, family adventure, cruise holiday, city break, honeymoon or once-in-a-lifetime journey, our experienced team is here to guide you every step of the way.

✈️ Over 100 years of combined travel experience
🌎 Holidays, cruises & tailor-made travel worldwide
💙 Friendly, honest advice from real travel experts
💷 Competitive prices and exclusive offers
🛡️ ABTA Member & ATOL Protection where applicable
📞 Support before, during and after you travel

We're not here to simply book a holiday. We're here to help you create memories, celebrate milestones, tick off bucket-list destinations and discover the world with confidence. Ready to start planning your next adventure?

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Your journey starts with Thorne Travel.

30/10/2026

🌌❄ THE NORTHERN LIGHTS ARE CALLING… AND YOU CAN FLY DIRECT FROM GLASGOW!

Imagine standing beneath a star-filled Arctic sky, wrapped up warm, waiting for those magical green lights to dance above you.

And with this fabulous four-night break to Tromsø, Norway, you'll have a Northern Lights chase tour included, giving you the chance to witness one of nature's most incredible displays.

TROMSØ & THE NORTHERN LIGHTS | 4 NIGHTS
📅 15 March 2027
✈ Return direct flights from Glasgow
🏨 Comfort Hotel Xpress Tromsø
🛏 Compact Double Room
🍽 Room Only
🧳 23kg luggage per person
🚘 Private airport transfers included
🌌 Northern Lights chase tour included
👫 Based on 2 adults sharing

💙 FROM £899 PER PERSON!

✨ No resort fees or local charges payable
✨ Other departure dates available

Whether this has been on your bucket list for years or you're looking for an adventure with someone special, our Travel Experts can help make it happen.

Four nights in the Arctic, a Northern Lights adventure and direct flights from Glasgow. What an experience! ❤

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𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 & 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀
Award-winning independent travel experts with 24/7 support.

Price based on 2 adults sharing, correct at publication and subject to availability, change and supplier terms & conditions. Northern Lights sightings are a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed. Offer details subject

30/10/2026

✨ 𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗖𝗢𝗧𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗'𝗦 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗩𝗘𝗟 𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗬! ✨

What a wonderful evening at last night's SPAA Annual Travel Awards!

It's always such a pleasure to come together with our industry friends, colleagues and suppliers to celebrate the hard work, passion and dedication that goes into creating unforgettable holidays.

We had a fantastic night and loved seeing so many familiar faces!

A massive congratulations to all the nominees and winners. So well deserved!

Here's to another wonderful year of doing what we all love!

𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 & 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀

30/10/2026

🍁 CANADIAN ROCKIES FLASH SALE!

Imagine standing beside turquoise lakes, surrounded by towering mountains, watching the scenery change as you travel through some of Canada's most beautiful national parks.

From the spectacular Rocky Mountains to the charming streets of Whistler and the beautiful gardens of Victoria, this is a holiday filled with those wonderful 'wow' moments! 💙

✨ 13-DAY ESCORTED TOUR + OVERNIGHT FLIGHT

📅 Selected departures April–September 2027 & 2028
✈️ Flights from Heathrow, Birmingham, Manchester or Edinburgh
🏨 Comfortable 3★ accommodation
🚌 Air-conditioned touring coach
📍 Roundtrip from Vancouver

🏔️ YOUR CANADIAN ADVENTURE
🍁 Discover beautiful Banff and Jasper National Parks
🏔️ Travel through Yoho and Glacier National Parks
❄️ Experience the Columbia Icefields Explorer
🌲 Visit Whistler and Sun Peaks
🌸 Wander through the stunning Butchart Gardens
⛴️ Enjoy ferry crossings to and from Vancouver Island
🏙️ Discover Vancouver, Kelowna and Victoria

💙 FROM £2,639 PER PERSON!

✨ SECURE WITH JUST £200PP DEPOSIT

Whether Canada has been on your bucket list for years or you're dreaming of your next big adventure, our Travel Experts can help make it happen.

Incredible scenery, unforgettable experiences and someone else doing the driving. Sounds pretty perfect! ❤️

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𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 & 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀
Award-winning independent travel experts with 24/7 support.

Tour operated by Cosmos Tours and bookable through Thorne Travel. Prices from £2,639pp on selected departures, subject to availability, change and supplier terms. Regional flight supplements may apply. Canada entry requirements apply.

Thorne Travel | ABTA L6099

29/10/2026

🏔️🌴 CLIMB MOUNT KILIMANJARO… THEN RELAX ON THE BEACHES OF ZANZIBAR!

Some holidays are about switching off. Others are about achieving something you'll remember for the rest of your life! ❤️

Imagine standing on Africa's highest mountain, watching the sunrise above the clouds and knowing you've just completed one of the world's most incredible challenges.

Then swap your hiking boots for flip-flops and enjoy some well-earned relaxation on Zanzibar's beautiful beaches!

🏔️ KILIMANJARO & ZANZIBAR | 14 NIGHTS

📅 25 June 2027
✈️ Flights from London Heathrow or Manchester
👥 Small-group adventure, averaging 12 travellers

🥾 YOUR ADVENTURE INCLUDES

🏔️ Guided Kilimanjaro trek via the Machame Route
⛺ 5 nights full-service mountain camping
🏨 5 hotel nights during the tour
👨‍🍳 Certified mountain guide, porters and cook
🍽️ 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners
🐠 Snorkelling in Zanzibar
🌴 3 additional nights at 4★ Zanzibar Beach Resort, Bed & Breakfast
🧳 15kg checked + 5kg hand luggage

💙 YOUR FLIGHT OPTIONS
✈️ London Heathrow | £4,709pp
✈️ Manchester | £4,909pp

✨ SECURE WITH £350PP DEPOSIT

This is a challenging, high-altitude adventure requiring excellent fitness and preparation. Rated 5/5 for physical demands.

Whether climbing Kilimanjaro has been on your bucket list for years or you're ready for your next big adventure, our Travel Experts can help make it happen.

One mountain. One incredible achievement. A lifetime of memories! ❤️

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𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 & 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀
Award-winning independent travel experts with 24/7 support.

Holiday supplied by G Adventures and bookable through Thorne Travel. Prices based on 2 sharing, including £10pp local hotel charges, subject to change, availability and supplier terms. Additional entry requirements and costs may apply.

Thorne Travel | ABTA L6099

29/10/2026

🧛❤ THE VAMPIRE DIARIES FANS… HOW ABOUT A TRIP TO MYSTIC FALLS?

Ever dreamed of walking through the streets of Mystic Falls, visiting the places where Elena, Damon and Stefan's stories unfolded?

Well, you actually can! 😍 Welcome to Covington, Georgia, the real-life filming location of The Vampire Diaries!

And it's not just The Vampire Diaries! Covington has also featured in Sweet Magnolias and plenty of other film and television productions.

COVINGTON, GEORGIA | 5 NIGHTS
📅 11 September 2027
✈ Return flights from Glasgow to Atlanta (indirect)
🏨 3★ La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Covington
🛏 King Room
🥐 Bed & Breakfast
🧳 Checked baggage included
👫 Based on 2 adults sharing

💙 FROM £1,294 PER PERSON

✨ THINGS TO LOOK FORWARD TO
🧛 Explore the real-life Mystic Falls filming locations
🏛 Visit Covington's famous historic town square
📸 Take photos outside familiar buildings from the series
🎬 Discover why Covington is known as the Hollywood of the South

❤ MYSTIC FALLS TOUR
Want to see the most iconic filming locations? Ask our Travel Experts about arranging a guided Mystic Falls tour!
Tour tickets are not included in the advertised price.

Whether you're Team Damon, Team Stefan or simply love discovering famous filming locations, this could be your next unforgettable adventure!

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𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 & 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀
Award-winning independent travel experts with 24/7 support.

Holiday supplied by USAirtours and bookable through Thorne Travel. Price based on 2 adults sharing, correct at quotation and subject to availability, change and supplier terms. Airport transfers and filming-location tours are not stated as included. ESTA or visa requirements apply.

Thorne Travel | ABTA L6099

29/10/2026

🌟 𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗟𝗬 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘 🌟

Our Thorne Travel stores will be 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝘁 𝟰𝗽𝗺 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 (𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟵 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿).

Our team will be swapping holiday bookings for their glad rags as we head to Glasgow for the SPAA Annual Travel Awards! ✨

It's one of the biggest nights in Scotland's travel industry, bringing together the wonderful people and companies who help make our customers' holiday dreams come true.

We'd like to wish all the nominees the very best of luck and we're looking forward to a fantastic evening celebrating our amazing industry! 💛✈️

Thank you so much for your understanding and continued support.

𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 & 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀

28/10/2026

🗽❤ NEW YORK, NEW YORK… FROM JUST £929PP! ✈

Bright lights, iconic sights and four nights in the city that never sleeps!

Imagine strolling through Central Park, taking in the incredible views from the Empire State Building, wandering through Times Square and stopping for a proper New York bagel. 🥯

And if you've always fancied a little shopping trip to the Big Apple, January could be the perfect excuse!

💙 NEW YORK CITY | 4 NIGHTS
📅 18 January 2027
🏨 4★ Kixby Hotel
🛏 Lux King Room
🍽 Room Only
👫 Based on 2 adults sharing
✨ Special hotel savings included

✈ CHOOSE YOUR DEPARTURE AIRPORT
MANCHESTER | £929PP

LONDON HEATHROW | £989PP

EDINBURGH | £1,169PP

All prices include approximately £53pp in mandatory local fees payable at the hotel.

Whether you're dreaming of a romantic city break, a shopping adventure or finally ticking New York off your bucket list, our Travel Experts can help make it happen.

Four nights, one incredible city and memories that'll last much longer! ❤

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𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 & 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀
Award-winning independent travel experts with 24/7 support.

Thorne Travel acts as agent for Gold Medal. Prices based on 2 adults sharing, including approximately £53pp payable locally.

Thorne Travel | ABTA L6099

28/10/2026

☀️🚢 SWAP THE WINTER CHILL FOR SPAIN & PORTUGAL… WITH 15% OFF!

Fancy escaping the Scottish weather for a little sunshine, beautiful coastal towns and relaxing days at sea?

We've got TWO lovely cruises and the good news is their 15% OFF offer has been extended! 💙

Whether you're dreaming of a February getaway or a longer Easter adventure, there's something to look forward to!

🌸 OPTION 1: WINTER ESCAPE TO WARM IBERIAN SHORES
🚢 Ambience
📅 17 February 2027 | 12 nights
📍 Sailing from London Tilbury

Discover the charm of Lisbon, Cádiz and Portugal's beautiful Algarve, with plenty of time to relax onboard.

💙 YOUR CABIN OPTIONS
Inside | £1,028pp
Ocean View | £1,309pp
Balcony | £1,581pp
Suite | £2,184pp

🐣 OPTION 2: EASTER SUNSHINE ESCAPE
🚢 Ambition
📅 24 March 2027 | 14 nights
📍 Sailing from London Tilbury

Enjoy beautiful destinations across Spain, Portugal and Gibraltar, including Málaga and Lisbon.

🐬 This special sailing also features an orca-themed programme celebrating marine wildlife and conservation!

💙 YOUR CABIN OPTIONS
Inside | £1,173pp
Ocean View | £1,691pp
Suite with Balcony | £2,592pp

✨ BOTH CRUISES INCLUDE 15% OFF!
🚌 Regional return coach transfers to London Tilbury are also available at an additional cost.

Imagine discovering somewhere new during the day, enjoying lovely meals onboard and waking up to another beautiful destination.

Our Cruise Experts can help find the perfect cabin for YOU! ❤️

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𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 & 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀
Award-winning independent travel experts with 24/7 support.

Thorne Travel acts as agent for Ambassador Cruise Line. Prices per person based on two sharing, including 15% promotional saving, port taxes and fees. Subject to availability, change and supplier terms. Coach transfers are optional and availability is subject to confirmation.

Thorne Travel | ABTA L6099

28/10/2026

🌴☀ ZANZIBAR PARADISE WITH 55% OFF YOUR HOTEL! 💙

Imagine waking up to the sound of the Indian Ocean, strolling along beautiful white sandy beaches and spending your afternoons relaxing beneath the palm trees with a cocktail in hand. 🍹

If a week of sunshine, turquoise waters and complete relaxation sounds like your kind of holiday, Zanzibar is calling!

🏝 ZANZIBAR | 7 NIGHTS ALL INCLUSIVE

📅 20 June 2027
🏨 5★ Jaz Elite Aurora, Zanzibar
🍽 All Inclusive
🚘 Private airport transfers included
✨ 55% hotel discount included
👫 Based on 2 adults sharing

✈ YOUR FLIGHT OPTIONS
✈London Heathrow | £1,849pp
✈Manchester | £1,899pp
✈ Edinburgh | £2,049pp
✈ Dublin | £1,849pp

Prices include approximately £26pp in local fees payable at the resort.

Whether you're celebrating something special, planning a romantic escape or simply dreaming of doing absolutely nothing for a week, our Travel Experts can help make it happen.

Seven nights, beautiful beaches and All Inclusive relaxation. Sounds like paradise to us! ❤

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📞 Call 0300 373 0800
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𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 & 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀
Award-winning independent travel experts with 24/7 support.

Thorne Travel acts as agent for Gold Medal. Prices based on 2 adults sharing, including approximately £26pp payable locally. Prices correct at publication and subject to availability, change and Gold Medals' booking terms.

Thorne Travel | ABTA L6099

27/10/2026

✨ PRAGUE FOR £260PP? THAT'S A LOVELY LITTLE NOVEMBER GETAWAY! ❤

Cobblestone streets, beautiful architecture, cosy cafés and a city that looks like something straight out of a fairytale!

Imagine wandering across the famous Charles Bridge, exploring Prague's beautiful Old Town Square and stopping for a hot chocolate or a traditional Czech b**r in one of the city's charming little cafés. 🍻

PRAGUE | 4 NIGHTS
📅 16–20 November 2026
🏨 Perla Hotel Prague
🛏 Double or Twin Room
🍽 Room Only
✈ Return flights from Glasgow
🧳 22kg hold luggage + 10kg hand luggage each
👫 Based on 2 adults sharing

💙 JUST £260 PER PERSON!

✨ Includes a £50 holiday discount!

Whether you're planning a romantic break, a few days away with a friend or simply fancy discovering somewhere new before Christmas, this is a fantastic little escape.

And with our Travel Experts taking care of your booking, you can concentrate on deciding which sights to see first!

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𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 & 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀
Award-winning independent travel experts with 24/7 support.

Thorne Travel acts as agent for Jet2holidays. Price based on 2 adults sharing, including £50 discount. Correct at publication and subject to availability, change and Jet2holidays' booking terms & conditions.

Thorne Travel | ABTA L6099

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