Summer sun & beaches holiday brochure selection

They say: "We’ve put together a stunning collection of self-catering apartments and villas along with hotels to some of the best sunshine destinations – and they’re all handpicked. Whether it’s a romantic retreat, a family getaway or a holiday for group of friends, there’s something for you."

We say: "Simply Travel has a Simply Special Stamp which is awarded to properties that really stand out from the crowd, be it the location or the furnishings and facilities the holiday home offers. Loads of classic sunshine destinations are included from Croatia and Malta to Italy and Madeira."

• Flexible holidays – choose the complete package or just the accommodation
  
• Expert customer service team can help and advise you on the best holiday choice for you
  
• Welcome packs for all guests and free beach towels for those in self-cater properties

They say: "Lagrange manages self-catering residences all over France, offering beach holidays, mountains locations, relaxing breaks in the countryside and city breaks. New for this year are city breaks to Boulogne and Paris, ‘Confort Plus’ apartments in the Aquitaine region and ‘Prestige’ apartments in a new development in the Dordogne ideal for families. Look out for destinations offering an early bird booking discount of up to 10%."

• All accommodation is self-catering, but each residence has a staffed reception/welcome office to take care of all your needs whilst in resort
  
• Lagrange can arrange accommodation only holidays, or book channels crossings and rail journeys for you as well as stop-over hotels
  
• Key destinations include : Biarritz, Deauville, Menton and St Maxime for beaches, Bergerac, Nyons and Montignac for countryside and Chamonix, Samoens and Valloire for mountain and activity destinations

Thomson knows that these sun-soaked countries have many fans, so the brochure is packed full of favourite destinations in Greece and Cyprus that you’ll just love for your summer hols.

• Wonderful beaches, with many of them awarded ‘Blue Flag’ status
  
• First class tailormade hols with Thomson Gold for adults only
  
• Look out for Kidzone kids’ clubs to entertain three to 12 year olds

They say: "Head to Las Vegas or Florida to experience the glitz and glamour of that eight-mile strip in the middle of the desert they call Las Vegas, or head to Florida for fun with the family at theme parks and on the beaches."

We say: "Well here it is, one of the most comprehensive full package holiday brochures to Las Vegas and a range of Florida resorts at very reasonable prices. You can go fly drive, touring, on a two centre holiday or even get married!"

• All Las Vegas and Florida holidays include car hire
  
• Guaranteed free child places on all 2009 summer holidays (except the Gulf Coast)
  
• Upgrades to TC Premium available on the Thomas Cook charter flights to the US

They say: "Everything about Turkey is a taste of the exotic, where east meets west. Listen to the sound of haggling in the bazaars, watch belly dancers as they shimmy past and last but not least relax on the many long, sandy beaches and bays of the southern coast."

• 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 : Side, Dalyan, Antalya, Lara Beach, Calis Beach, Kalkan, Marmaris, Bodrum, Bitez and Gumbet

They say: "Turkey is full of sunshine, sightseeing and surprises – there’s world renowned paragliding in Olu Deniz, mud baths in Dalyan and great golf courses and diving too. If you want to see the unique sights of Turkey, you should pre-book one of our excursions to see the houses carved into the volcanic rock in Cappadocia or the ancient ruins of Ephesus."

• Sarigerme is a brand new holiday resort village exclusive to First Choice that is located right on the beach and has swimming pools, waterslides, organised activities and kids’ clubs too
  
• Go Premier to Turkey – stay in a four or five star hotel, get priority transfers, extra luggage allowance in in-flight meals
  
• Key destinations include : Altinkum, Olu Deniz, Fethiye, Marmaris, Hisaron, Gumbet, Side, Lara and Bodrum as well as gulet cruises

They say: "We’ve cherry picked a range of hotels that bring you the best of our four themes – Beach, Party, Chic and Adventure. You’ll find accommodation ranging from some of the coolest designer hotels on the planet, to hip beachfront villas perfect for groups."

• Freestyle stands out from the crowd with hotels like the Ibiza Rocks, owned by the people behind Manumission
  
• Book days and nights out in advance from 4×4 safaris and scuba diving, to spa treatments and tickets for the hottest club nights
  
• Key destinations include : Turkey, Ibiza, Egypt, Bulgaria, Dominican Republic, Majorca, Zante, Lanzarote, Kenya and Florida

Neilson presents its summer 2009 beachclub holiday programme with sports-filled holidays to Greece, Turkey and Egypt. From beginners to well-versed practitioners of water sports, everyone is invited to join in the fun.

• With nearly 30 years’ experience in sailing and ski holidays, you’ve found an activity holiday specialist in Neilson
  
• LOADS of activities from sailing, yachting, waterskiing and wakeboarding to tennis and mountain biking are all INCLUDED in the price
  
• Book by the 31st Dec 08 and get 10% off

Here’s the first edition of the Thomson Summer Collection for 2009 sunshine holidays. All your favourite destinations feature, from the Balearics and Spain to Greece and Italy.

• Travel Advisors in many resorts are on hand to help
  
• Flexible durations from one to 99 nights
  
• Premier Collection offers affordable luxury hotels
  
• Thomson Gold offers tailormade holidays for couples

They say: "At Sibu we want you to smile, relax and have fun. With idyllic outdoor settings in France, Italy and Spain, our Siblu Parcs offer all the activities and facilities you could ask for and all the peace and quiet you deserve."

We say: "This summer 2009 brochure from Siblu is packed full of eye-catching offers, such as the £99 three night weekend break accommodation only deals, single parent savers and you can get a free week in any Siblu Parc when you book a holiday of 10 nights or more."

• All children under 18 stay free when accompanied by paying adults
  
• The brochure features two types of park: the Siblu Selection which offers places in parks and Siblu Parcs which are owned and operated by Siblu
  
• Luxury holiday homes include mobile homes, lodges, chalets and bungalows too

They say: "Naturally, smart hotels are crucial to this collection. That’s why you’ll find nothing but cool, contemporary properties with a designer edge. As for the destinations, they’re the creme de la creme, from chic island cities like Palma and Funchal, to the lakeside cool of Garda or the beaches of Playa de las Americas."

• 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 : Menorca, the Tuscan Riviera, Kos, Sicily, Turkey, Santorini and Cape Verde

Offering impartial and expert advice, Kuoni knows all about the best destinations to soak up the tropical sun – from paradise sandy beaches and thriving city destinations, to cultural tours and sightseeing – it’s all in this 2009 brochure.

• Create a personalised holiday with your choice of length of stay, departure date, airline, accommdation and even meal plan
  
• Look out for free nights, no single supplments, earlybird savers and complimentary room upgrade offers
  
• Lots of child offers with those under 12 getting bargain deals inclusive of flights, transfers, accommodation and in some cases meals and activities too

They say: "Whether you head for the boot (that’s Italy!) or the Balkans, you’ll find inviting shores, dramatic scenery and beautiful architecture in equal measure. Explore the sights, shopping and ‘la dolce vita’ of Italy. Head for Croatia and discover its flawless coastline and sleepy towns."

We say: "Thomson is offering apartments, villas and hotels from Tuscany to Dubrovnik with tiny Montenegro and Corsica (where France meets Italy) included. A good choice for anyone who wants more than just great beaches."

• The brochure features the Thomson Premier Collection of luxury accommodation
  
• You can choose to book a full package to Italy and Croatia or just the accommodation, flight or hire car
  
• Thomson offers a 24 hour contact telephone number in case of emergency in resort

Club 18-30’s summer 2009 guide is out now, so you can get the heads up on what’s going to be hot next summer and get booking now.

The brochure features hotels and apartments all prefectly placed for having a proper good time as you hit the beaches and the clubs.

• Group bookings are always welcome
  
• All holidays include flights, transfers and either hotel or apartment accommodation
  
• Your Club 18-30 is on hand to help as well as organise the fun
  
• Book direct online or through your travel agent

They say: "The third edition of the Balkan Holidays brochure is packed full of summer sun holiday ideas, with great value holidays to Bulgaria, Croatia, Montenegro, Slovenia and Romania, all fully protected by ATOL and ABTA."

We say: "Often people don’t think about considering the Balkans as a holiday destination, but those in the know return time and time again. There’s every type of holiday from beache and spa resorts, to lakes and mountains, cruises and coach tours."

• Many hotels are offered exclusively to British guests
  
• Newly expanded range of regional airport flight departures
  
• Flexible – choose the complete package or just the accommodation, self-catering, hotels or all inclusive
  
• Look out for deals for single parents

They say: "When it comes to getting the party started and finding the fun spots in resort, there’s only one team of people right for the job : the 2wentys reps! The team is there for you right from welcoming you at the airport to waving you off after a week of playing hard in the sun."

• There are group friendly hotels in Ibiza, Crete, Corfu and Kos with free places offers too
  
• ‘Plush’ is the best of the hippest hotels for young cool things with poolside bars, gyms and plush rooms
  
• Look out for hotels offering late breakfast up until 3pm!
  
• Key destinations include : Cyprus, Rhodes, Kos, Corfu, Zante, Majorca, Bulgaria and Ibiza

They say: "A magnificent land full of Turkish delights. Golden beaches, ancient history, and mouth-watering cuisine all await you. Pick a modern beach resort brimming with top-class entertainment, or perhaps a tranquil bay. Alternatively take to the seas and see Turkey on a relaxing cruise."

We say: "This brochure features beach hotel holidays on all Turkey’s major beach resorts, active holidays, city breaks to Istanbul, historic and scenic coach tours, and gulet cruises. Families & couple, the active and the relaxed, are all catered for."

• Aegean Coast – easily accessed from Bodrum airport – including Kusadasi and Altinkum
  
• Lycian Coast – lively Marmaris, Gokova for walking
  
• Mediterranean Coast – Antalya, Belek, Side, Lara Beach
  
• Istanbul city breaks
  
• Gulet cruising and coach tours

They say: "Simply Travel aims to offer great holidays to Corsica with an authentic flavour. We believe a taste of local life is what a holiday is all about and there’s plenty of local charm to be experienced on Corisca."

We say: "Simply Travel has travelled the length and breadth of the island to handpick the best self-cater villas and hotels full of character. Whether you want rustic and simple, or a four star trendy boutique hotel, it’s all in this Corsica brochure."

• The brochure covers all the best destinations on Corsica, from Porto Vecchio and Bastia, to The Nebbio and the Valinco Gulf
  
• All holidays come with either return transfers from the airport to the accommodation or car hire
  
• You’ll enjoy a welcome hamper of local produce on arrival and Simply Travel beach towels in self-cater properties

When you think of Egypt you think of colossal pyramids, sphinx, the Nile and scuba diving in the Red Sea. This Thomson brochure has all this and much more too!

• Plenty of opportunity to go scuba diving from beginners to expert
  
• The Thomson Premier Hotel Collection offers that extra bit of luxury
  
• All sorts of holidays available from cruises to multi-centre and resort stays

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: "Our 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 and Greece

They say: "Ancient ruins, beaches, traditional tavernas or vibrant resorts – you can be sure to find all this and more amongst our resorts in Greece, her islands and Cyprus. With a welcome that’s as warm as the climate, these holidays are ideal for summer and winter sun."

• Choose from traditional resorts such as Lefkas, Santorini and Corfu or more modern, purpose-built resorts such as Kavos or Kardamena
  
• Silver and Gold flight upgrades available giving you more leg room, priority transfers, use of airport lounges etc
  
• Key destinations include : Corfu, Lefkas, Parga, Kefalonia, Crete, Kos, Rhodes, Coral Bay, Paphos, Nissi Bay, Protaras and Ayia Napa

They say: "When only the best will do, think Thomson A la Carte, Platinum and BeachClub holidays. The range 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

When it comes to all things Gambian, Gambia Experience from the award-winning Serenity Holidays, has all the inside knowledge.

Gambia is a great holiday destination with fantastic winter sun, uncrowded sandy beaches, unspoilt and uncommercialised yet English-speaking and just six hours from the UK.

• Holidays from three to 14 nights or longer
  
• 21 of the finest properties in the Gambia on offer
  
• Specialist tours and excursions
  
• Group discounts available
  
• New Sandele Bay Eco-Retreat

They say: "Discover sunshine highlights in Italy, Croatia, Sardinia and Sicily with the likes of Positano – a positively beautiful place on the Amalfi coast, or combine culture with natural beauty on the Croatian-Makarska Riviera for a special holiday in the sun."

• Other holiday ideas featured include Dalmatian cruises and holidays to Sicilian Cookery and Language Schools
  
• As well as one and two week holidays, the brochure features city breaks to Rome
  
• Key destinations include : Sardinia, Sicily, the Amalfi Coast, Lake Garda, the Adriatic, Venetian and Croatian Rivieras

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. New for this season are holiday homes in Clearwater, Fort Myers and St Petersburg."

• Pre-bookable attraction tickets and excursions available
  
• Lots of extras available such as ‘Kids eat free’ cards, airport lounge access and baby packs
  
• Key destinations include : Universal Orlando, Walt Disney Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Clearwater, St Petersburg, Fort Myers and International Drive

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."

• North Africa features in the brochure for the first time with Morocco and Tunisia
  
• If a hotel is marked ‘Adult Exclusive’, children under the age of 18 are not allowed or sometimes the minimum age is 14
  
• Key destinations include : Portugal, the Spanish islands, Italy, Croatia, Cyprus, Las Vegas and Goa

They say: "With over 1800km of coastline and a situation equidistant to Italy and Tunisia, Sardinia is an island of many flavours. We’ve got lots of new properties for 2009 including villas in Arzachena, Alghero and San Pantaleo."

We say: "Choose from residences with shared facilities such as pools or go for houses, villas or hotels. There’s a range of accommodation options to suit all whether it’s a family holiday, a romantic break for two or a sporty holiday for active types."

• Sardinian Places can offer twin centre and touring holidays too
  
• The Family Collection picks out properties particularly suitable for children with pools, TV, DVD and beach games
  
• All self cater properties offer a client welcome pack

They say: "United Vacations offers the biggest and best holidays to the US and Hawaii. 2009 sees our biggest ever range of North American holidays yet, with fly drive, escorted holidays, on-your-own holidays or a combination. Flexible holidays with the backing of United Airlines means you’ll be travelling with the experts."

• Non stop flights from London Heathrow and Manchester to 11 US cities, with internal flights to over 200 destinations and free UK connecting flights from BMI
  
• Look out for offers such as kids eat free, kids under 18 stay for free, free hotel nights, free room upgrades and free transfers
  
• Key destinations include : San Francisco, Las vegas, Los Angeles, Denver, Oahu, Maui, New York, Washington, Boston, New Orleans, Orlando and the Florida beaches