Find your holiday to Toubkal

They say: "There are places in this world that are truly inspiring; from the awesome majesty of the ‘Rose-Red City’ of Petra, to the calm and tranquility of cruising along the ‘life giving’ River Nile. With Bales you can wonder at the iconic temples at Abu Simbel combined with the colours and spectacle of Oman. There are so many exotic places to explore."

We say: "Bales combines the most varied areas of Egypt, Morocco and Arabia in one tantalising brochure offering everything from hot air balloon flights to watch the sunrise in Luxor, to relaxing breaks in top class hotels in Oman."

They say: "If you’re looking for a unique, off the beaten track travel adventure in Africa, South America or Asia, you’ve come to the right place! This year, we’ve divided our brochure into two sections: epic overland journeys of 28 days or more and the escorted trips for one to four weeks."

We say: "Dragoman has had a complete revamp for 2009 and has introduced non-truck based tours for the first time, as well as volunteering holidays where you can help with community projects, teaching and sports activities."

They Say: "With some of the most enthralling historical sites in the world, and beautiful scenery, both Egypt and Jordan offer an experience unattainable elsewhere. We have tried with our carefully selected hotels to explore every type of holiday, from the renowned 5 star Mena House in Cairo, to the wonderfully relaxing Evason Six Senses Spa in Ma’in, and to our collection of eco-lodges in both countries, offering the chance to enjoy the natural beauty of each of these fascinating destinations."

They say: "Unleash your spirit of adventure. Stop dreaming and start planning with G.A.P tours to the two very different continents of Africa and the Middle East that’ll offer you a new perspective with authentic experiences."

We say: "G.A.P’s brochure is full of grassroots style adventure trips meaning you can enjoy all those must see sights in Africa and the Middle East on a budget, like gorilla watching in Kisoro, Uganda or even volunteering at an orphanage in Nairobi."

They say: "Travelling with Voyages Jules Verne, with over 30 years of experience, opens the door to a World of Wonders, rich in history and natural beauty. Our tours span the globe, following carefully devised itineraries by air, road, river and rail that capture the true essence of your chosen destination. All our groups are expertly guided by local specialists with the arrangements enhanced by exclusive excursions and special events and the pleasure of travelling with companions who share similar tastes and interests."