Thomson Holidays at Holiday Wizard

They say: "This 2011 summer season brochure is packed full of all your favourite sunshine and beach destinations in and around the Med. The brochure includes Thomson Gold, Thomson Kids’ Club and Family resorts as well as Premier Collection options and Sensatori spa resorts on self-catering and hotel holidays. Browse through now to get the best deals and availability for that summer 2011 package holiday."

• Look out for free child place offers throughout the brochure
  
• All Thomson flights offer a free 20kg luggage allowance per adult
  
• Key destinations include : Majorca, Menorca, Ibiza, Canaries, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, mainland Spain, Italy, Bulgaria, Croatia, Turkey, Egypt and Morocco

They say: "In terms of ring-swapping destinations, you’re spoilt for choice with Thomson. From a blessing on the beach in Ibiza to getting hitched in the Mexican sunshine, there is a full range of resorts just queuing up to be the backdrop to your special day. Thomson was one of the first holiday companies to offer wedding packages, so you know your big day is good hands with lots of experience."

• New for 2010 are blessings in Ibiza and Madeira as well as pre-reservable seats for all Thomson flights
  
• All ceremony, marriage licence, certificate and registrar fees are included in the Thomson ceremony package
  
• Key destinations include : Mexico, Dominican Republic, Cuba, Aruba, Jamaica, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Kenya, Florida, Cyprus, Greece, Turkey, Ibiza, Sicily and Malta

They say: "This Thomson Family Resorts brochure is a new collection of the best sunshine destinations which are ideal for family holidays. There are hotels that have been handpicked as being completely geared up for families with everything from splash pools and playgrounds, to interconnecting rooms and children’s buffets in the restaurant. Whatever type of family holiday you’re after and when travelling with kids of any age, there’ll be a resort and hotel to suit you."

• Family Resorts all feature parent and baby rooms, family friendly entertainment and Thomson Kids’ Clubs six days a week
  
• Special academies include the Stage Academy. the Swim Academy and the Reebok Football Academy
  
• Key destinations include : Crete, Sharm el Sheikh, Tenerife, Majorca, Ibiza, Gran Canaria, Egypt, Turkey, Corfu, Kos

They Say: "Think Greece and Cyprus and think spotless golden beaches, ancient sights, monuments and unforgettable food. This much-loved duo of culture-filled classics has got it all, meaning that the resorts chosen around the Greek and Cypriot coastlines are always firm favourites with Thomson clients."

• The brochure includes cruises, small and friendly, chic and unique and family recommendations in Greece and Cyprus
  
• Look out for extra deals including free child places and check in luggage of up to 23kg per adult
  
• Key destinations include : Crete, Corfu, Zante, Mykonos, Lesbos, Samos, Kos, Rhodes and Cyprus

They say: "This summer 2011 brochure from Thomson features villas right by the sea, tucked away or in the heart of it all. All villas are handpicked and range from one bedroom hideaways to villas with six bedrooms, all spread over 20 of your favourite sunshine destinations."

• All holidays include accommodation, flights and car hire, or can opt for villa only
  
• Brochure includes ‘Chic & Unique’ villas, ‘Thomson Finest’ villas and ‘Thomson Villa Resorts’
  
• Key destinations include : Florida, Corsica, Portugal, Spain, Balearics, Italy, Malta, Canaries, Greece, Cyprus and Turkey

They say: "The Thomson All Inclusive brochure features hotels with meals, drinks, snacks and even activities included. Gone are the days when All Inclusive meant staying in a five star resort hotel in the Caribbean – there are now plenty of closer to home resorts including great value three and four star All Inclusive hotels."

• Each resort offers a different level of All Inclusive service and all the info you need is laid out in this brochure
  
• Many hotels are exclusive to Thomson Group customers in the UK and many offer free child places
  
• Key destinations include : Majorca, Menorca, Ibiza, Lanzarote, Algarve, Italy, Morocco, Turkey and Greece

They say: "The idea behind this A la Carte brochure is that your holiday is as luxurious and flexible as possible. All hotels featured are classed four or five star and boast consistently high customer satisfaction ratings. What puts this range of properties head and shoulders above the rest is the attention to detail, the decor, the cuisine and last but not least, the service."

• New for this year is the ability to be able to select your seat on the plane for both legs of the flight
  
• Flexible durations with seven, nine, 10, 11 and 12 night holidays possible
  
• Key destinations include : Balearics, Spain, Madeira, Malta, Italy, Croatia, Greece, Tunisia, Mexico, Goa

They say: "This Premier Collection brochure from Thomson offers year round holidays in luxury, including Sensatori, Platinum and Couples’ holidays. All hotels featured are four or five star standard and to make the grade each property has to score ‘good’ or ‘excellent’ with 90% or more of our customers. You also benefit from those little extras that will make your Premier holiday extra special."

• Checked in luggage allowance or 23kg and 7kg of hand luggage
  
• Priority in resort transfers so you’ll be the first dropped off and day-before check in available at your UK departure airport too
  
• Key destinations include : Malta, Portugal, Italy, Croatia, Bulgaria, Mexico, Cuba, Dominican Republic and Jamaica

They say: "There’s no denying Turkey has long been a favourite destination with Thomson customers. Straddling two continents, Turkey is literally where the Middle East meets Europe, boasting amazing sightseeing, tasty food and a warm welcome. The seaside resorts all serve up buckets of charm, so it’s of little surprise Turkey is always one of the Med’s top spots for a relaxing summer holiday."

• The brochure includes a range of cruises onboard the traditional Turkish wooden boats called ‘gulets’.
  
• You can also book a Turket adventure tour, with diving, kayaking and boat tours included as you work your way around the coast
  
• Key destinations include : Dalaman, Olu Deniz, Ovacik, Calis Beach, Dalyan, Belek, Lara Beach, Gumbet, Bodrum, Kusadasi

They say: "Charming, authentic and intimate, that’s what this Small and Friendly brochure from Thomson is all about. These holidays let you venture off from the main tourist trail and hang out in a more authentic village resort. All hotels are hand picked for their home from home feel, so it won’t be a ‘goodbye’, more like a ‘see you next year’ type of place!"

• Look out for ‘Gold Medal Award’ hotels that have come out top in customer feedback
  
• Properties and hotels labelled throughout the brochure so you know which are best for adults, walking, beach location etc
  
• Key destinations include : Mainland Spain and the Balearics, Canaries, Madeira, Algarve, Italy, Croatia

They say: "The good ships Celebration, Destiny, Dream and Spirit are ready to sail you away to sunny climes in the Mediterranean and beyond, with cruises offered all year round. Discover new destinations too, from the historic streets of Lisbon to the picture-perfect beaches of the Caribbean that is the real joy of cruising, with ever-changing ports where no two days are the same."

• This year all onboard tips and gratuities are included in the cruise holiday price
  
• All cruises include return flights and a total of 30kg luggage allowance
  
• Key destinations include : Eastern and Western Med, Caribbean, Canary Islands and Morocco

They say: "We’ve got big thrills with all the theme parks, big splashes at the best water parks, shopping heaven and brilliant beaches to relax on. Choose from holiday homes and villas in classic resorts near the theme parks, as well as properties in Clearwater, Fort Myers and St Petersburg."

• Full range of fly-drive options available giving you the ultimate in freedom
  
• Get ‘Kids eat free’ cards giving two to 11 year olds free meals throughout the holiday
  
• Key destinations include : Universal Orlando, Walt Disney Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Clearwater, St Petersburg, Fort Myers and International Drive

They say: "Everything you need for a wonderful 2010 sunshine package holiday for all the family. From Theme Park Resorts, Kidzone hotels and apartments, to villages with Family Clubs and Family Club Xtras, offering clubs for 0 to three year olds, four to 12 year olds and teens too."

• Free child places, exclusive to Thomson hotels and apartments, large family deals and group offers
  
• Activities range from swimming lessons, Stage Academy, Football Academy, DJing and Drumming workshops
  
• Key destinations include : Majorca, Ibiza, Gran Canaria, Zante, Tenerife, Cyprus and Costa Dorada

They say: "Charming, authentic and intimate goes a long way to describe a Thomson Small and Friendly holiday. These package holidays are more off the main tourist trail so you can live amongst the locals, staying in handpicked family-run hotels and apartments."

• Properties are classed as Tranquil, Central, Near the Beach, Good for Walking, or Adults Only to help you choose
  
• Make the most of activities such as golf, wine tasting, scuba diving and walking
  
• Key destinations include : Greece and Greek Islands, the Balearics, Spain, the Canaries, Algarve, Madeira, Italy, Sardinia, Gozo, Croatia and Montenegro

They say: "All inclusive means everything is taken care of. Meals, drinks, snacks and even activities are included in our All Inclusive hotels, meaning you can pay up front and save your spending money for the little luxuries that make a holiday special – such as shopping, sightseeing, spa treatments and the odd round of golf. This second edition brochure features a full range of three, four and five star hotels in all your favourite sunshine destinations in the Med."

• Each resort and each hotel offers different All Inclusive packages, so browse the brochure to find the one that suits your needs
  
• Look out for free child place and pre-bookable late check out room offers
  
• Key destinations include : Majorca, Menorca, Lanzarote, Gran Canaria, Croatia, Egypt, Bulgaria, Cyprus and Greece

They say: "Cruise the Caribbean with us and you’ll be introduced to a different slice of paradise everyday. Thomson Caribbean cruises take you to all four corners of this sun-soaked paradise, including stops in the Mediterranean. Old favourites such as Barbados and St Lucia feature, as well as lesser known Honduras and Curacao."

• Look for offers such as £100 onboard spending money free per couple on selected departures
  
• All inclusive can be added to your holiday itinerary from £49 per person per week
  
• Key destinations include : St Kitts, Barbados, St Lucia, Grand Cayman, Cuba, Jamaica, St Vincent, St Maarten, British Virgin Islands, Antigua, Spain, Gibralter and Portugal

They say: "We think cruises should be about seeing new places, not following timetables or worrying about stuck-up traditions. So with this Island Cruises brochure we keep things simple. We’ve scrapped set times for dinner and thrown the old-fashioned dress code overboard. It makes us your best bet when it comes to easy-going, down to earth cruises."

• All cruises include return flights, 30kg total baggage allowance and all tips onboard
  
• No worries about missing the 2010 World Cup football – it’s being shown on the boat!
  
• Key destinations include : Tenerife, Madeira, Gran Canaria, Italy, France, Corsica and Morocco

They say: "Whether you want to treasure hunt, worship the beaches or dive the Red Sea reefs, Egypt grants every holiday wish. A real melting pot of beaches, food, shopping, sightseeing and watersports in this brochure offering year-round package holidays to Egypt."

• Let Thomson organise all your diving needs
  
• Red Sea Cruises are on offer onboard the Thomson Celebration ship
  
• Key destinations include : Mediterranean coast, Red Sea Riviera, Hurghada and Luxor areas

They say: "This second edition Chic and Unique brochure introduces a range of smart, design-led properties, fusing minimalist interiors with features you won’t find anywhere else. We’ve got boutique hotels right by the beach, bijoux boltholes in city centres with everything from infinity pools and elegant restaurants, to chic bedrooms with the latest multimedia gadgets."

• All properties featured are design-led and chic with unique features
  
• You choose the duration of your holiday – from one to 99 nights
  
• Key destinations include : Balearics, Costa del Sol, Algarve, Madeira, Italy, Corsica, Montenegro, Cape Verde, Morocco, Greece and the Dominican Republic

They say: "Exclusive locations, manicured grounds and glamorous pools – they’re the hallmarks of a Platinum Thomson hotel. Each one is either four or five star and they’ve all been rated ‘good’ or ‘excellent’ by at least 90 per cent of our customers. In fact, with this range the only thing that isn’t at the top end of the scale is the price tag."

• With Thomson Platinum you get 23kg of hold and 7kg of hand huggage allowance
  
• You are guaranteed to be first or second drop off on the transfers
  
• Key destinations include : Morocco, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Caribbean, Balearics, Egypt, Greece and Turkey

They say: "They say: "We’ve cherry-picked a range of hotels that bring you the best combination of four themes – Beach, Party, Chic and Adventure. You’ll find accommodation that ranges from some of the coolest destination hotels to hip villa retreats on the beach. And whichever you choose, expect a holiday that packs in more style than a Milan catwalk."

• New for 2010 are Ibiza Rocks and Mallorca Rocks festival hotels
  
• Look out for all inclusive offers at selected hotels
  
• Key destinations include : Ibiza, Majorca, Zante, Crete, Santorini, Rhodes, Turkey, Cyprus, Sharm el-Sheikh and Mexico

They say: "Portugal and her island of Madeira offer spotless beaches, championship golf courses and some of the finest scenery. Go-slow Portugal has much more than meets the eye to keep you enchanted all year round and the second edition of this Thomson brochure is packed full of sunshine holiday ideas."

• Fly to Portugal from 13 UK airports to your choice of 12 different resorts
  
• Free 20kg checked-in luggage with Gold hotel packages
  
• Key destinations include : Algarve, Albufeira, Vilamoura, Alvor, Lagos and Madeira

They say: "Our summer 2010 Gold brochure gathers a handpicked selection of our 4T class hotels which offer holidays tailormade for couples. There are no kids – just you, your partner and like-minded people. And if you love entertainment, gourmet food and attentive service look no further."

• All Gold hotels include gala dinners, gourmet international and British cuisine, professional West End and comedy acts, experiences such as wine tasting and dance lessons and local tours too
  
• You’ll have a dedicated Gold rep team on hand to help
  
• Key destinations include : Portugal, Canaries, Madeira, mainland Spain, Balearics, Neapolitan Riviera, Greece and Cyprus

They say: "This first edition of the 2010/2011 Thomson Winter Collection brings together all the very favourite winter sunshine destinations. Look out for hotels exclusive to Thomson clients in the UK, free child place offers and increased luggage allowance offers letting you take 20kg for free."

• New April destinations include Crete, Rhodes, Cyprus and Turkey
  
• Brochure features Thomson Dance Hotels where you can ballroom, salsa and rock ‘n’ roll the night away with James and Ola from Strictly Come Dancing
  
• Key destinations include : Canaries, mainland Spain, Balearics, Portugal, Cape Verde, Egypt and Morocco

They say: "This brand new brochure from Thomson includes all the favourites plus a couple of newcomers in the shape of Majorca and Tenerife. Hotel-wise there’s a real mix with everything from hip boutique hotels to practical budget options. And what sets them apart is that they are all GayComfort certified, so there’ll be no raised eyebrows at check-in. Some of the hotels go one step further and are either gay or lesbian exclusive. And we can organise gay weddings for you too."

• GayComfort is an internationally recognise accreditation scheme created by Out Now to ensure accommodation and staff are welcoming
  
• Co-ordinate your holiday with events such as Gay Pride in Stiges, Santa Cruz Carnival in Tenerife or Gay Pride Maspalomas
  
• Key destinations include : Costa Dorada, Ibiza, Majorca, Gran Canaria, Tenerife, Mykonos and Lesbos

They say: "Turkey straddles two continents, where the Middle East meets Europe, giving holidaymakers a mix of western and eastern influences. Turkey offers great food and shopping. Then there are the beaches – all fine, white sandy beaches perfect for sitting back and relaxing. So whether you want to go sightseeing to ancient monuments and sites or prefer to have your fun on the beach, Thomson’s second edition Turkey brochure has a holiday to suit you."

• Kidzone kids’ clubs will keep little ones from three up to 12 years amused in many of the resorts
  
• The brochure also features handpicked Premier and Small and Friendly accommodation ideas
  
• Key destinations include : Olu Deniz, Hisaronu, Fethiye, Calis Beach, Lara Beach, Side, Gumbet and Bodrum

They say: "This brochure features villas right by the sea, tucked away or in the heart of it all. These handpicked properties are spread across 20 favourite sunshine destinations and range from cosy one bedroomed villas to luxury properties with six bedrooms – but there is one thing in common: they all have their own swimming pool for you to enjoy."

• For larger numbers there are villas that sleep up to 12 and neighbouring villas available to book
  
• A range of family-friendly villas within 90mins of the airport
  
• Key destinations include : Florida, Corsica, Portugal, Spain, Balearics, Italy, Canaries, Greece, Cyprus and Turkey

They say: "When only the best will do, think Thomson A la Carte, Platinum and BeachClub holidays. The range in the second edition of this top end brochure showcases our best four and five star hotels. To make the grade, all properties must score ‘good’ or ‘excellent’ for 90% or more of our customers."

• All A la Carte holidaymakers get free access to airport lounges in the UK
  
• With Premier you can benefit from day-before check in and complimentary in flight meals
  
• Key destinations include : the Balearics, the Canaries, Greece and islands, Spain, Algarve, Italy, Croatia, Egypt, Tunisia, the Caribbean, Dominican Republic, the Maldives and Goa

They say: "This second edition of this main brochure has the full spectrum of summer sunshine package holidays for 2010. We’ve also included Thomson Sensatori, Premier and Gold choice hotels too and there’s a wide range of apartments and hotels available to suit all budgets. Don’t forget, Thomson offers 20kgs of checked in baggage on all flights, when other airlines only offer 15kgs."

• Many resorts offer KidZone, Family Club or Family Club Extra children’s clubs
  
• Thomson Holiday Advisors are available 24/7 by ’phone, text and email
  
• Key destinations include : The Balearics, Canaries, mainland Spain, Portugal, Italy, Malta, Croatia, Egypt, Greece and Turkey

They say: "If just sitting on the beach is nice, but a bit boring after a couple of days, this Thomson Active brochure is for you. Packed full of Beachclub resorts, Active hotels and activities from learning to dive to spa treatments, this brochure offers summer sunshine holidays with a difference, so there’s no chance of anyone getting bored."

• Some resorts are perfect for families, others are aimed at adults only
  
• Four new Beachclub hotels in Turkey and one in Egypt for 2010
  
• Key destinations include : Majorca, Menorca, Fuerteventura, Greece, Bulgaria, Turkey, Tunisia, Egypt, Florida, Mexico, Domican Republic and Jamaica

They say: "Greece and Cyprus offer spotless beaches, millenia-old sights and great food. The duo of culture and summer sunshine from these two classic destinations has long been a favourite with tourists and with a Thomson package holiday you can combine sightseeing and relaxing."

• Brochure includes Sensatori resort in Crete – a luxury spa fully inclusive spa resort + 25kg free luggage allowance
  
• Look out for free child places and free 20kg luggage on standard holidays
  
• Key destinations include : Corfu, Kefalonia, Lefkas, Lesbos, Samos, Kos, Rhodes and Cyprus

They say: "This second edition 2010 brochure is an eclectic mix of Italian and French living and style with the up and coming destinations of Montenegro and Croatia included too. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing holiday as a couple or a fun family trip, Thomson labels all holidays so you know which accommodation and destinations will suit you best."

• Lots of new hotels and apartments for 2010, many of them exclusive to Thomson guests in the UK
  
• Free 20kg of luggage allowance
  
• Key destinations include : Dubrovnik Riviera, Corsica, Sorrento, Amalfi coast, Tuscany, Sicily, Sardinia

They say: "The second edition of this Just range of holidays to Greece and Turkey is just about the basics – no frills properties, just add good locations near the beaches of your favourite sunshine resorts in Greece and Turkey and you’ve got a great value holiday. Flights and transfers are included in the cost too."

• All holiday are ATOL protected, so your money won’t go AWOL
  
• There’s a 24/7 telephone hotline available for any in resort emergencies
  
• Key destinations include : Corfu, Kefalonia, Zante, Rhodes, Crete, Dalaman, Bodrum, Izmir and Antalya

They say: "This brochure is designed to give you a real taste of the exotic, from lava-spitting volcanos in Costa Rica, to shiny Cadillacs 1950s style in Havana and idyllic island retreats in the Maldives. The brochure covers the full spectrum of package holidays available to faraway places including Chic and Unique, Small and Friendly and Thomson Premier."

• You can choose All inclusive, 24hr All inclusive, Ultra inclusive or even Gourmet inclusive for your level of service at your hotel
  
• The brochure also includes cruises and tour holidays
  
• Key destinations include : Goa, Kenya, Costa Rica, Cuba, Mexico, Jamaica