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They say: "Experience incredible adventures at ground level, travelling with the locals, discovering the cities with a local Honcho (they are the Vodkatrain local expert guides), immersing yourself in the culture from museum visits to eating out – all whilst getting around at local prices. Far away from those regimented escorted group tours, Vodkatrain aims to be more like managing a group of like-minded young people travelling together on the same itinerary. There is no tour guide, but at each stop you'll be met and shown all the best bits by a local Honcho who lives in the area and therefore really knows their stuff. From the 14 day Genghis Khan to the 24 day Marco Polo tour, there's something for everyone in this brochure."

• Vodkatrain insists on small groups of no more than 15, to avoid all the hassles of a large group tour and the age range is 18-35 years
  
• All voyages include visa support, train tickets, accommodation, station transfers and the help of your local honchos every step of the way
  
• Key destinations include : Russia, Turkey, Iran, Kazakhstan, China and India

They say: "The first edition of this Christmas and New Year brochure for the forthcoming 2014 into 2015 festive period is packed full of varied voyages so you can enjoy an unforgettable holiday in December and January. You can escape the chilly weather for some winter sun, go shopping for gifts in New York on a short break, take a wander around some of Europe's delightful Christmas markets, or relax on a cruise ship. There are even special weekend and short breaks in the UK for those who want to holiday at home and there are special departures to celebrate Chinese New Year and Hogmanay in Scotland too."

• New tours and holidays for 2014/2015 include: 'Vienna Christmas Market', 'Berlin Christmas Market', 'Oxford Christmas', 'Sunshine Islands with Cape Verde and West Africa' and 'A Christmas Cruise to the Arctic Circle'
  
• All short breaks, trips, cruises and tours are hosted by a Titan tour manager and all include the VIP Home Departure service, so you are looked after form door to door
  
• Key destinations include: France, Austria, Malta, Canary Islands, Africa, India, China and the USA

They say: "Stena operates routes from Fishguard, Holyhead, Liverpool and Cairnryan to Ireland, as well as routes from Harwich to the Hook of Holland. Further afield there are routes between Germany, Poland and Latvia to the nordic countries, but we'll be concentrating on the routes for UK-based customers. The fleet of modern boats used between Great Britain, Ireland and Holland all boast excellent onboard facilities, so your holiday starts from the moment you board. Expect wifi, free movie screenings, hot food and drinks including freshly produced dishes and shopping If you want to relax in comfort and calm, book an en-suite cabin, suite or lounge. Kids will love the ship's mascot Curious George and if you are on the Stena Superfast from Cairnrayn to Belfast, there's even a Nordic spa area!"

• For that extra comfort and luxury, go for Stena Plus for complimentary drinks and snacks, newspapers and magazines, a personal waiter service and free wifi too all in the exclusive Stena Club lounge
  
• Three fare types available with economy, flexi and premium depending on your budget and needs
  
• Key destinations include Belfast, Dublin, Dun Laoghaire, Rosslare and the Hook of Holland

They say: "This brand new brochure from Titan marks the start of a collaboration with the Royal Horticultural Society to offer short breaks to the very best gardens around the UK, as well as RHS events. These horticultural-themed breaks help share the best in all things garden and flower related. If you book for a trip to one of the RHS great flower show events such as the Chelsea Flower Show, you will also benefit from fast track access on Member days. There are even some very special tours to visit gardens that are not normally open to the public."

• All trips include travel from your door, hotel accommodation, hosting by experienced guides and membership to the RHS
  
• Your booking will include a donation to the RHS's charity work
  
• Key destinations include: Chelsea, Tatton Park and Hampton Court Palace flower shows, Wisley Gardens, Hyde Hall, Rosemoor, Harlow Carr, Castle Howard and Helmsley Walled Garden

The pick of the crop of tours, cruises, trains, resorts, wildlife and weekends – worldwide

They say: "This brochure has been put together to offer a selection of our favourite and most popular touring holidays. doing an A to Z around the world, from Armenia to Zimbabwe, by train, boat, plane or overland. These holidays will get you right into the heart of the countries you'll be visiting, giving you a privileged insight into the lives and cultures of the each of them. The holidays come as complete packages with flights from the UK included, as well as all your accommodation, many excursions and the Voyages Jules Verne team of tour managers to lead you. For each tour the key features are clearly explained, so you can see at a glance group sizes, travel options and walking content/physical effort involved, making it easy to find the right trip for you. And if you're looking for something new, there's the wonderful 'Lofoten and the Northern Lights' cruise."

They say: "Appearing high on wish lists and once in a lifetime travel plans, this enchanting part of the world really does have it all. Australia is the big, bold centrepiece, with three climates and three time zones. You can see age-old Aboriginal cave paintings, go coral reef diving in the Great Barrier Reef, surfing on the beaches and visiting rolling vineyards and dramatic mountains. This brochure also has holidays to New Zealand too, encompassing both the North and South Islands. But this Kuoni brochure doesn't just stop there, featuring other South Pacific wonderlands to discover, as well as a full range of worldwide stopover destinations too, so you can create the holiday itinerary you've always dreamed of."

• Let Kuoni organise the itinerary for you booking hotels for you as you go
  
• Loads of different ways to holiday, including resort stays, private journeys, coach toursm rail tours and self-drive itineraries for the ultimate luxury road trip
  
• Key destinations include: Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth,Tasmania, Fraser Island, Alice Springs, Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland, Bangkok, Bora Bora, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur and Dubai

They say: "Austria, France and Italy – straddling that area of Europe between the hotspots of the south and the cooler, mountainous regions of the north, this brochure has an amazing range of destinations and properties for you, be it s stylish villa on the cote d'azur in France, or a chalet high in the Austrian hills and all are available on a self catering basis to give you maximum flexibility. And when it comes to exploring, there is so much to do. Lots of culture and history, delicious food and drink, sightseeing and sporting activities too. Whether you fancy a short break or a good fortnight away, these properties are available all year round."

• Excellent facilities in many properties including pre-bookable high chairs, cots and even welcome food packs to make your life easier
  
• Many properties have swimming pools and these are maintained for you. There is also often a weekly maid service included in the price.
  
• Key destinations include: Tyrol, Salzburgerland, Provence, Poitou-Charentes, Ariege, Lake Garda and Venice

They say: "Just You, the single traveller specialist has had a complete revamp for 2014! This most comprehensive brochure now features destinations in the UK, Europe and worldwide and has been divided into the type of trip. There are short breaks in cities, the traditional escorted tour, more adventurous exploring tours to far corners of the globe and a selection of 'escapes' when you can relax and join optional excursions if you like. This new way of presenting the holidays offered makes it much easier to find the sort of tour you're after, so whether you fancy walking that Great Wall of China, relaxing on a boat trip in Lake Garda eating gelato or can't resist the sun-drenched beaches of Florida, it's all in here. And of course, every holidaymaker has their own room and there is no single supplement for that…ever!"

• Extra services offered include holiday insurance, airport parking and even a visa service to make sure you have all paperwork sorted quickly and efficiently for your overseas trip
  
• There are loads of new itineraries for 2014 including: 'City break in Madrid', 'Slovenia mountains and coast', 'Mexico Kingdom of the Maya', 'Chile, Argentina and Brazil' and 'Greece the Olympic Riviera'
  
• Key destinations include : UK, France, Hungary, Italy, Croatia, Portugal, Turkey, Egypt, South Africa, Kenya, China, Thailand, Australia, New Zealand, Peru, Costa Rica, Cuba, USA, Canada

They say: "First Choice covers all the bases when it comes to tying the knot. There are some great new features in this brochure including a really cool way of tracking your wedding guests that also gives you free gifts – the more people who book to join you, the more gifts you get from First Choice! Book your wedding with First Choice and as well as all the biggies like the venue and a wedding coordinator, you get extras like flowers and fizz too. If you can't decide where to have the Big Day, have a read of the 'Hot Picks' list and read articles from couples who have got married abroad with First Choice. The brochure also features writes up from brides who have taken he plunge and got married abroad. And don't forget, with First Choice it's all inclusive all the way! New destinations for 2014 including the Pacific Coast in Mexico, Thailand and Mauritius."

• On First Choice wedding packages the bride and groom get an extra 5kg luggage allowance each
  
• Extras include being able to book a private taxi transfer to and from your hotel, picking your seats on the plane in advance and even relaxing in airport lounges before your flight for less than £20 each
  
• Key destinations include : Mexico, Dominican Republic, Cuba, Jamaica, Aruba, Barbados, Kenya, Italy, Malta, Turkey, Cyprus, Greece, Thailand and Ibiza