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They say: "These biking adventure tours are designed to relax and recharge those batteries, whilst at the same time being exhilarating, challenging and thrilling. The wide choice of tours means there’s bound to be something to tempt you and give you a holiday with some long-lasting memories of a rather fine adventure on two wheels."

We say: "From their ‘get started’ weekends in Derbyshire and the Lake District to the gnarly terrain of Peru, Saddle Skedaddle has a mountain bike tour to suit you. You can even let them hire a bike for you as the company has a partnership with quality manfacturer Giant."

They Say: "CV Travel’s portfolio of elegant villas and peaceful riads in Morocco has grown over recent years to include hotels in other North African countries and in Arabia.

From renowned, ultra modern 5 star hotels to unique eco-lodges, and from the contemporary chic to intriguing desert retreats, our collection of hotels are not only situated in some of the most enthralling historical lands, but also cater for every type of holiday requirement. Our collection also includes exclusive beachside havens, offering spa treatments, innovative cuisine and stunning infinity pools."

They say: "Gecko’s offers three ways of touring the Middle East. Budget offers a minimal number of included trips, Adventurer tours offer interaction with local tribes such as the Bedouins and Nubians. Choosing an Explorer tour includes a cruise on the Nile River."

We say: "The best known destination of Egypt is, of course, included, but Gecko’s will help you delve deeper following in the footsteps of the Greeks, Romans, Abyssinians, Ottomans or even the Nabataens who had a stronghold in Petra. Fascinating stuff!"

They say: "With experiences on offer from the Sahara Desert and River Nile, to the plains of Masai Mara with the impressive Victoria Falls and tasty Cape winelands, we believe there is nothing quite as fulfilling as a trip to Africa."

We say: "We like this brochure. It’s full of activities and adventures that will always stay with you. Can you imagine coming face to face with a gorilla, surfing a sand dune, being seduced by a Serengeti sunset or sipping that sweet mint tea with a Berber? We want to do all this and so will you!"

They say: "All of these small group short break adventures are between three days and six nights long. You’ll find you can fulfill many of life’s great travel ambitions with just a few days off work. New this year is our range of short breaks in the UK, proving you don’t have to travel abroad to have an adventure."

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."

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: "Thomas Cook offers well organised holidays for couples, friends and families to enjoy, with sunshine and fun being the common factor. We have resorts offering Soccer School, Splash Kids and Superstar Stage Schools clubs too."

We say: "This brochure covers all your fave summer holiday destinations from Italy and Malta to Cyprus and Morocco. There are luxury hotel options, beach resorts, active resorts and best value self-catering packages too."

They say: "Our Discovery, Wildlife and Adventure brochure encompasses almost 250 different itineraries across 90 countries and seven continents. This year, after listening to our clients, we’ve removed all local payments."

We say: "A whole host of trip ideas to entice everyone from gap year and solo travellers to those just wanting to take some time out from the usual beach hols. With Exodus you could be watching the wildebeest migration in Tanzania, paragliding in Turkey or dogsledding in snowy Finland."

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: "We have spent the last 12 months scouring the globe for new and exciting small group tours to offer. This year we’ll be making inaugural trips to Rajasthan, Angola, Papua New Guinea and Herzegovinia – all lesser known destinations promising to give fascinating insights into the country and culture. All in all we have 48 new tours."

They say: "Your adventure begins now with Peregrine! Our culture and wildlife-based trips are all about giving you an in depth look into the most fascinating destinations in the world, from the ancient city of Petra in Jordan to the wildlife of Sabah in Borneo, our adventures do way more than just scratch the surface."

We say: "Peregrine has several new destinations for 2009 including exploring the wilderness lands of the New Zealand and Australia, such as Cradle Mountain in Tasmania or the Galapagos with Cusco and the Sacred Valley."

They say: "In this, our 30th year, we’ve pooled together package holidays to all our favourite sunshine destinations at a price tag that’ll make you smile. We’ve also highlighted ‘Best Value Hotels’ according to how you voted in customer feedback."

They say: "Families Worldwide is the only company in the UK dedicated to arranging overseas adventure holidays solely for families. All of our holidays have some element of discovery, activity, learning or nature, with each trip rated to reflect each of these elements."

We say: "These trips aren’t just organised for the main summer holidays, but also half terms, Easter and Christmas, giving you plenty of choice on when to go. There are lots of choices of where to go too, with the Bear watching and Danube tour and the Volcanoes of Costa Rica to a High Atlas adventure in Morocco and the Jungle Book tour of India."

They say: "From trekking Mt Kilimanjaro in Tanzania to wandering through the markets of Marrakech, going for a swim in azure blue waters of Caye Caulker in Belize or snorkelling with sea lions in the Galapagos, on a Gecko’s adventure you’ll truly open your eyes to every imaginable experience."

We say: "They call it travelling with no limits. This Gecko’s worldwide brochure takes you on grassroots adventures to Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, China, South East Asia, Africa and Latin America, with new destinations including Malawi and Israel."

They say: "This brochure offers just what the title says – holidays for adults in child-free hotels to summer sunshine destinations worldwide. For each destination there’s a wide range of activities and excursions, from walking tours in Madeira and scuba diving courses in Mexico, to dolphin spotting trips in Mexico and nights at the opera in Verona."

They say: "This brochure is packed full of exhilarating tours such as ‘Ancient Water Towns and Shanghai’, ‘Grand Tour of Australia’, ‘The Masai Mara Safari and Mombasa’ and ‘The Natural Wonders of Costa Rica’, all organised and led by the expert team at Travelsphere."

They say: "We pride ourselves on exceptional tour managers, choosing great hotels, offering a fantastic range of excursions, many local airport departures and the Page and Moy price promise, with no extra surcharges guaranteed on your 2010 holiday."

They say: "Our trips are designed to be accessible to all who are in good health and enjoy being outdoors, but fitness levels are important and you should consider carefully which trip from over 150 on offer around the world is right for you."

We say: "Exodus realises people want different things from their holiday, so this year they have introduced ‘Premium Adventures’, where walking and trekking is combined with accommodation offering a little extra style and comfort, in addition to their usual walking programme."

They say: "We know travelling by yourself can be a daunting prospect, but it doesn’t have to be. There’s no better choice than Just You when it comes to holidaying on your own and we’ve picked some of the highlights to create this Best Of Europe and Worldwide brochure with no single supplements on any of the holidays featured."

They say: "Year-round sunshine and endless ways to enjoy it. First Choice take more than 2 million people on a package holiday each year, served by UK & overseas staff dedicated to offering a a quality service throughout the holiday experience."

We say: "450 pages of holiday choices to help you get the sun on your back. Features all the major Mediterranean and North African destinations including Egypt and Turkey. Portugal, Bulgaria and the Canary Islands too. Hotels that are especially child friendly (and those that are great for adults) are clearly highlighted."

• Adult Escapes – the best properties for adults looking to relax
  
• Kids Academy – extra activities at properties that are great for families with children
  
• Holiday Villages – nine resorts including activities for children and active and relaxation options for adults

They say: "We deliver a premium service and are passionate about using the best hotels in the finest surroundings for your luxury holiday."

We say: "A hip brochure that really does have the best of the best hotels. It’s luxury all the way, whether you fancy sitting back and relaxing on an Orient Express voyage or the thrill of touring around Lake Como driving a Ferrari."