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They say: "Experience Russia, Mongolia, China, Kazakstan, Uzbekistan and India at ground level, travelling with the locals, discovering the cities with a local Honcho (they are the Vodkatrain local expert guides) and eating out and getting around at local prices. Not so much a regimented escorted group tour, 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."

• 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, Vietnam, India, China, Mongolia, Kazakstan, Uzbekistan and Japan

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. All ships are Thomson exclusive charters and all gratuities, port fees and tips onboard are included in the price. With cruising, no two days are ever the same and this brochure features over 120 different ports in 40 countries. New for 2012, we have cruises leaving directly from the UK (Newcastle and Harwich) and we’ll be sailing to Scandinavia, the Baltics and the UK."

They say: "Introducing a new specialist brochure ‘Wildlife Encounters’, a collection of over 50 of the world’s finest safari, wildlife and polar itineraries. From mountain gorillas to Komodo dragons, polar bears to Antarctica’s penguin rookeries, these escorted tours give you the chance to get really close to Mother Nature and enjoy magical moments with the wildlife."

• All trips are graded so you know whether it’s an entirely wildlife focused trip where every aspect is about the local fauna, or if it’s a trip that includes some general sightseeing too
  
• Accommodation is chosen on location, character, suitability and price including eco-lodges in Costa Rica, basic camps in the Himalayas or around the Galapagos in a boat
  
• Key destinations include: Norway, Finland, Iceland, Portugal, Arctic, Ethiopia, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Tanzania, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Indonesia

They say: "If you’ve ever wanted to discover Russia but don’t know enough about the country to organise the itinerary, this is where Intourist comes in with guided and tailor made tours. There are lots of ways to explore Russia including rail tours, luxury cruises and even ski holidays in Russia and beyond. Extra special holidays include New Year in St Petersburg and luxury cruises on the Black Sea. The brochure also has information on hotels so you can build the holiday package you want."

• New tours for 2012 include the Three Capitals Tour and the new cruise that includes the Baltics and St Petersburg
  
• Tours include scheduled flights, transfers, accommodation and group excursions
  
• Key destinations include : Russia, Ukraine, Mongolia, Uzbekistan, China and the Baltic States

They say: "This is the most comprehensive brochure from G Adventures with all the main group adventure and independent tours the company offers around the globe. This is your planet, so explore it! That’s the ethos of G Adventures, so you’ll find fabulous tours with experts leading you from overland adventures to holidays in comfort on safari. This brochure really does have it all!"

• A full range of trip styles are on offer, with journeys overland, by boat, by rail and much more
  
• Solo travellers are looked after too with a ‘My own room’ option on many of the itineraries
  
• Key destinations include : France, Italy, Portugal, America, Canada, India, Morocco, Turkey, Egypt, Russia, China, Argentina, Brazil and South Africa

They say: "On these rail touring holidays the journey itself is totally part of the holiday. As you settle in your seat on the train be prepared to witness some amazing scenery as you climb mountains, follow rivers and head through charming towns and villages. All of the itineraries have been handpicked to show you the very best sightseeing on the most famous rail routes all over the world and include international travel to and from the departure points."

• New rail tours for 2012/2013 include Isle of Man Heritage Rail Adventure, Paris by Eurostar, Venice, Florence and Rome, Russia and the Baltics by Rail and China
  
• Included in each rail holiday are excursions, tour guides and specialist guides and most meals are included too
  
• Key destinations include : Scotland, Wales. Ireland, France, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, Thailand, Africa and Canada

They say: "If you believe getting there is half the fun you will love G Adventures and their collection of tours and trips to explore Europe. With these trips you might find yourself strolling the streets of Paris, tucking into some tapas in Barcelona, hiking ancient trails in Turkey or soaking up some culture in an Italian art gallery. G Adventures aims to take like-minded people to new places, no matter what their age or budget."

• Brochure includes Greek island sailing holidays, trekking in the Alps and holidays where you get to stay ‘with the locals’ in Italy
  
• G Adventures can also put together ‘Europe Loop’ trips where you tour multiple countries on a single tour
  
• Key destinations include : France, Spain, Italy, Greece, Turkey, UK, Austria, Germany, Netherlands and Slovenia

They say: "This is the main brochure from escorted tour specialist Voyages Jules verne offering a huge collection of tours, trips and holidays to every corner of the globe rich in history and natural beauty. The company has carefully devised itineraries with travel by air, road, river and rail to offer an all-encompassing travel experience. All groups are expertly guided by local specialists and Voyages Jules Verne aims to enhance your holiday by offering exclusive excursions and visits to special events."

• New for 2012 is a dedicated cruising section to the brochure, with all cruises embarking from Dover on Fred Olsen cruise ships
  
• Special events exclusive to VJV clients include a private ballet performance in Russia, Riad rooftop dinner in Morocco, tea with the Omani family in Oman and a Charles Darwin lecture in Ecuador
  
• Key destinations include : Europe, North Africa, Middle East, East and South Africa, Indian and Sub Continent, the Orient, Central and South America

They say: "This latest brochure from G Adventures includes tours to every corner of Asia, a continent full of colour, cultural richness and history. There are different styles of tour available too, from basic through standard to comfort. There is also a full range of sailing adventure trips in Thailand for an Asian adventure by sea and some of the classic Trans Mongolia rail journeys too."

• For solo travellers many of the trips offer your own room/accommodation for the duration of the trip for a small supplement
  
• Look out for extra special activities including tobogganing down the Great Wall of China, a zip line thrill ride in Bangkok and Cambodian cooking classes in Phnom Penh
  
• Key destinations include : Nepal, Philippines, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Tibet, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Uzbekistan, Mongolia and Singapore

They say: "Here at Just You we welcome anyone who wishes to travel on their own, whether single of not and we truly believe that age doesn’t matter. In fact, we think that holidaying with a mix of ages is the best way to travel and from your feedback it seems you agree. From short breaks and relaxing holidays in Europe, to worldwide adventures all accompanied by our tour managers, we’ve a whole host of destinations to choose from. And of course, you will all have your own room and there is no single supplement for that. New holidays for 2012/2013 include_A Tale of Two Cities_, Dublin and Belfast, The Rhine Valley, Apulian Highlights and Istanbul, Troy and Ephesus."

• 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
  
• Brochure includes escorted tours, short breaks, all inclusive hotels, river cruises and safaris too
  
• Key destinations include : UK, France, Luxembourg, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Egypt, Kenya, Vietnam, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, India, Costa Rica and Argentina

They say: "This latest collection of river holidays offers you the chance to relax onboard the four star standard MV Serenade I as you uncover some of the world’s most magical landscapes. From vineyard-clad banks of the River Rhine to the ancient wonders of the Yangtze – there are so many delightful destinations to explore these wonderful journeys by river. All with the freedom and flexibility to make your own discoveries of the towns and cities you visit along the way. new cruises for 2012/2013 include Wonders of Ancient Egypt, In the Footsteps of Tsars and Paris and the River Seine."

• MV Serenade I is chartered exclusively for Page & Moy with spacious cabins all having private facilities, lounge bar and elegant dining room
  
• All holidays include full board accommodation on the boat, all travel to and from the cruise departure/arrival points, all entertainment and Page & Moy cruise team
  
• Key destinations include: Switzerland, Germany, Hungary, Belgium, Netherlands, France, Austria, Czech Republic, Cambodia and China

They say: "The first edition of this Europe and Middle East brochure features hundreds of holidays that are all fully escorted tours. New trips for 2012 include Heart of Alpine Europe and Marrakech and the Atlas Mountains and special holidays include a walking tour in Croatia, a city break to Istanbul and a range of cruise holidays too, all in Europe or the Middle East. As well as the excursion-packed tours, you can also extend your stay or pick a special departure date to coincide with an event such as the Verona Opera Festival or other festivals."

• Direct flights from 17 regional airports with supplements from £39 per person and connecting flights for London departures possible too
  
• Book before 31st October 2011 for early booking money saving deals
  
• Key destinations include : Spain, Italy, Cyprus, Croatia, Montenegro, Austria, Russia, Poland, Greece, Turkey, Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco and Jordan

They say: "The great thing about a holiday in Europe is that you don’t have to travel far to find a land of surprising contrasts with stunning landscapes, bustling cities, cultural centres and majestic mountains…the list is endless and this brochure is packed full of escorted tour and short break ideas to get you discovering Europe, with our expert tour guides by your side."

• New tours for 2012 include ‘Green Spain, Cantabria and Andorra’, ‘Scenic Highlights of Carinthia’ and ‘24 Hours at Le Mans’.
  
• Over 490 local coach pick up points around England, Scotland and Wales
  
• Key destinations include : Italy, Spain, Croatia, Germany, France, Holland, Ireland and Eastern Europe

They say: "All the river cruises featured in this brochure are escorted and there’s no better way to discover the scenery and cultural treasures of Europe, Egypt and China than by boat on the river. These river cruises offer excellent value for money as they are inclusive, with onboard accommodation, meals and trips all included in the price. All tours include direct scheduled flights or upgraded Eurostar tickets to meet the boat and the services of the Titan tour manager too.

• New river cruises for 2012 include Impressions of the Seine and the Oise, Eastern European Odyssey and Discover the Rivers Neckar, Rhine, Moselle and Saar
  
• You can choose the free home departure service to get you to the airport or free parking at Gatwick and Heathrow airports
  
• Key destinations include : Douro, Rhine, Danube, Rhone, Seine, Elbe, Nile, Yangtze and Russian waterways

They say: "Welcome to what Exodus considers to be the very best activity and adventure brochure available. This 2012/2013 collection of trips delves into some of the world’s most extraordinary ecosystems, civilisations and experiences across all seven continents. With over 400 different itineraries, Exodus is confident there is a small group adventure holiday to suit you."

• Loyalty discounts of 5% when you book your third to ninth trips and 10% off for 10th trip or more
  
• Trip styles include Adult Only, Solo Departures, Self-Guided and Premium (luxury) Adventures
  
• Key destinations include : Botswana, Cambodia, Canada, Egypt, France, India, Italy, Kenya, Mexico, Morocco, Spain, Tunisia and Thailand.

They say: "This is the most comprehensive brochure from Titan offering trips and tours to every corner of the globe from destinations in Europe to Worldwide trips. Encompassing many forms of travel from rail and cruises, to no-fly holidays all tours are hosted by expert Titan group leaders. All Titan holidays start and finish right at your front door with the VIP Home Departure Service, lots of regional connecting flights and other little extras that help make your holiday run as smoothly as possible."

• New for 2012, upgraded hotels in Venice, Rome, New York and Las Vegas
  
• Trip types include escorted tours, coastal river cruises, cruise & tour, iconic rail journeys and no-fly holidays
  
• Key destinations include: USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Egypt, China, Japan, Argentina, Norway, Italy, France and Croatia

They say: "This is the main brochure from The Adventure Company. Aiming to travel further and take you well beyond the regular tourist trail, you’re invited to join The Adventure Company to discover a world that’s bigger and more varied than you ever imagined. This year trips to big, bold and beautiful America, mesmerising Colombia and majestic Russia are all included for the first time."

• Group leaders are always on hand to ensure your trip and all activities and experiences run smoothly
  
• Groups sizes are kept small, usually five to 14 like-minded people, so you can really get to know each other and enjoy the sightseeing more
  
• Key destinations include : USA, Mexico, Brazil, Nepal, India, Sri Lanka, Morocco, Vietnam, Spain, Italy, Turkey, Kenya, Russia, Poland and Finland

They say: "This Holiday Collection brochure has a bumper selection of tours and holidays to places all over the world. There are short breaks to discover exotic places like Marrakech, tours from the tip to the toe of wonderful Italy and South American tours where you’ll uncover everything from Inca life, to the pulsating rhythms of Brazil. A truly eclectic collection of holidays, all with the usual high levels of Travelsphere service, including tour managers and knowledgeable local guides."

• Tours include some excursions and there are lots of optional excursions that you can book in advance
  
• New destinations for 2012 include Northern Cyprus, Prague City Break, Route 66, Toronto and Niagara and Cape Cod
  
• Key destinations include: Italy, Spain, Cyprus, Austria, Russia, USA, Canada, Chile, Brazil, Cuba, China, Vietnam, Cambodia, India, Australia and New Zealand

They say: "Exodus is the market leader in worldwide trekking and walking holidays and this latest brochure has over 150 different itineraries for you to choose from. All trips are graded so you know if the itinerary will suit your needs or not, with Leisurely, Moderate, Challenging, Tough and Tough+ gradings. To give you an idea of the level of fitness required, the trip to summit Mont Blanc is a Tough +, whilst the Amalfi coast holiday is a Leisurely."

• Loyalty discounts of 5% if you’ve been on two or more Exodus trips and 10% for nine or more trips
  
• A free Exodus kit bag on all trips including human or animal porterage
  
• Key destinations include : France, Italy, Switzerland, Spain, Canada, China, New Zealand, Tanzania and India

They say: "Travelsphere’s motto is ‘Pay less. Get more’ and that means all the holidays featured in this brochure aim to offer excellent value for money, but with high standards and top quality too. Good, comfortable two and three star accommodation is included and many meals. The crossings to Europe are by ferry or Eurotunnel and included in the price, as are the services of the Travelsphere rep who will be on the tour with you and a host of excursions.."

• Best value holidays start from just £199 for a four day tour to Paris
  
• Loads of new tours for 2012 including ‘Normandy D-Day Landings’, ‘Antwerp, Bruges and Floriade’, ‘Isle of Man Heritage Adventure’, ‘Paris by Eurostar’ and ‘Prague, Vienna and Budapest’
  
• Key destinations include : France, Belgium, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, Italy, Isle of Man and Scotland

They say: "Welcome to the second edition of our 2012/2013 cruise collection, an enticing mix of wonderful cruises to destinations all over the world onboard a selection of fabulous floating hotels. You can choose from two very different types of cruise in this brochure, namely Cruise and Discover or Cruising from the UK. On Cruise and Discover trips will see staying a few days in one resort, then taking to the boat on a cruise, whilst the cruises from the UK do just that – set sail from ports around the UK, so no need to fly anywhere."

• Cruises all include meals and entertainment onboard, as well as flights and transfers where applicable
  
• New cruise itineraries for 2012 include North Cape and Midnight Sun, Greenland and Iceland, D-Day, Normandy, Dunkirk, British Isles and Edinburgh Tattoo and Oporto and the Canary Islands
  
• Key destinations include: Italy, Portugal, Spain, Canary Islands, Norway, Alaska, USA and Canada

They say: "The elegant river cruises featured in this brochure are operated by Uniworld – one of the most prestigious cruise companies in the world with meticulously designed vessels and uniquely decorated to give you a rather boutique hotel feel onboard. There are also superb extras including complimentary fine wines, beers and soft drinks served at dinner. By day there are onshore trips led by experts and back on ship there are musical soirees and insightful lectures."

• Elegant river cruises are on small sized ships with usually no more than 130 passengers
  
• New cruises for 2012 include ‘Grand European River Voyage Amsterdam to Istanbul’, ‘Grand France’ and ‘Gems of Germany, Belgium & the Netherlands’
  
• Key destinations include : The Rhine, Moselle, Danube, Seine, Douro, Rhone, Saone, Elba and Moldeu rivers

They say:"Enjoy an overland adventure to Africa, Asia, North or South America. All our trips show you the ‘must see’ sights as well as getting off the tourist track quite literally in our all-terrain vehicles to go to the places where most others don’t go. This is where Dragoman belongs; mixing with local communities on a voyage of discovery at a grass roots level. As well as all terrain trucks we have trips using local transport and luxury trips to suit all budgets and desires."

• For 2012 there are 30 new overland trips including new destinations for Dragoman like Morocco, Mongolia, Malaysia and Georgia
  
• Trips last from two to 28 weeks with Dragoman staff and crew accompanying you
  
• Key destinations include: Alaska, Canada, Ameruca, Mexico, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, Morocco, Gambia, Zambia, India, Turkey, Thailand, Malaysia, Mongolia and China

They say: "This brochure gathers together a collection of ‘short stories abroad’ with an innovative and diverse range of guided city and relaxing resort stays of three to seven nights. All holidays are underpinned with the Voyages Jules Verne quality value and service. We also have those special touches that’ll delight you if you’re interested in history, culture, art, gardens, walking, music, relaxation or cruises."

• Voyages Jules Verne offers an in house visa service so it’s easy to sort all the paperwork before you go on holiday
  
• Independent Arrivals – the brochure includes a range of ‘land only’ arrangements with reductions so you can make your own arrangements to join the group
  
• Key destinations include : Zimbabwe, Morocco, Egypt, Lebanon, Turkey, Russia, Poland, Switzerland, France, Norway, Iceland, Portugal and Italy

They say: "Hassle free cruise holidays from Travelsphere for the 2012 and 2013 season. This brochure offers two types of holidays: cruise and discover holidays where you combine and escorted tour with a cruise, or cruises that set sail directly from the UK. Prices start at just £649 for a nine day cruise and that includes getting to the boat, all your meals, entertainment on board and a selection of onshore excursions too."

• New cruises for 2012/2013 include: Queen Mary 2 with New York and Las Vegas, Alaskan Adventure and Hollywood, Venetian Riviera and Greek Islands and Portugal and Spain with Barcelona
  
• Home comforts onboard include satellite TV, DVD player, sitting area, mini bar and private balcony, depending on what class of cabin you opt for
  
• Key destinations include: Italy, Mexico, America, Canada, Greece, Alaska, Norway, France, Portugal and Spain

They say: "This Holiday Collection includes the best of Page & Moy in one bumper edition. Everything from tours to Europe and journeys by river to wildlife and culture touring holidays are included. Each holiday has two things in common – the excellent Page & Moy service and all are tour holidays in some form, be it travelling by air, coach, river or rail."

• New tours for 2012/2013 include Dalamation Coastal Cruise, White Horses of the Camargue, Rhine to Switzerland by boat and Imperial Cities of Morocco
  
• You will be escorted by experienced Page & Moy tour managers and leaders
  
• All tours have no surcharges guaranteed and you are fully protected too with ATOL

They say: "This 2011/2012 brochure is our complete guide to sharing Asia overland – differently. At Sundowners Overland we have always strived to do things differently and we aim to offer the widest and most indepth range of tours by rail and overland in Asia. For us travel is both the place and the people. Seeing it and experiencing it – and it’s these personal encounters along the way that will make your Sundowners Overland journey such a rewarding and unique personal voyage. We’re talking the shared moments at the samovar or in the dining car of the train, haggling and bartering at stops for fresh local produce – it’s all unforgettable."

They say: "Imaginative Traveller’s worldwide brochure is packed full with every type of adventure going. There are discovery and cultural tours, walking and trekking, wildlife and safaris and family adventures. If you’re looking for a more relaxed holiday or a tailor made trip, Imaginative Traveller can do that as well. The company uses experienced local guides to help you see all those iconic sights, but also their favourite hidden treasures. Imagine camping under the stars in the White Desert in Egypt, watching a voodoo ceremony in Africa or even enjoying amazing views from the high passes of the Everest mountain range. It’s all in this brochure.

• Many of the tours offer all guaranteed departures so you can book with confidence
  
• There are no single supplements on most tours when you can share a twin with a same sex fellow traveller
  
• Key destinations include : Middle East, Africa, India, Himalayas, South East Asia, China and Central Asia, Latin America

They say: "For the most organised people amongst us, or for those who love to pick up a good bargain by shopping early, Airtours has published the preview edition of their winter sunshine package holiday programme for 2011/2012. All the usual beach destinations are included and there is a huge variety of holiday styles for you to choose from, with all inclusive holidays, full board, half board, room and breakfast or self-catering packages all available. You can even reserve your seat on the plane in advance and check in online."

• Book before 9th Feb 2011 and save up to £200 per booking
  
• Look out for free child places, free meals for kids and single parent offers when you book early
  
• Key destinations include : Canary Islands, Spain, Madeira, Turkey, Egypt, Tunisia, Gambia, Cyprus and Malta