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September News Archive
| New brochures launched in style |
29 September 05 |
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Our 2005 brochures were launched in style at a special day in the Lake District on 22 September. Seventy-five specially invited guests were among the first to see our new Walking Holidays and Inspirations brochures for 2006. Chief Executive Peter Chapman formally unveiled the brochures and told the assembled guests of the very positive impact already made by the new brochure design. A leisurely lunch provided an opportunity to meet with staff from our London and Penrith offices, and relax in the comfortable surroundings of Derwent Bank. In the afternoon guests were offered a selection of guided walks in the local area. These either headed along the beautiful wooded lakeshore of Derwent Water, or to the summit of Cat Bells, one of the best viewpoints in this corner of the Lake District. The Walking Holidays 2006 brochure contains our largest ever selection of holidays, including a wealth of new destinations such as Swanage, Guernsey, Croatia, Kenya and Cyprus. Inspirations 2006 contains a staggering 207 different Special Interest holidays, with many new ideas to whet your appetite. Our new brochures will be mailed to members starting on Monday 26 September and for non-members on Monday 3 October. 2006 holidays will be live on our website from Tuesday 4 October. |
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| Discover two destinations in one holiday this autumn |
26 September 05 |
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Escape to Spain this autumn and combine two of our superb locations in the warmer climes of the unspoilt National Parks in Southern Spain.
Visit Mecina , in the Alpujarras region of Spain, set in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, has excellent walking opportunities. On guided walks through the hills and valleys you'll be absorbed in a relaxed rural lifestyle as featured in Chris Stewart's book 'Driving over Lemons'. About an hour away is the enchanting city of Granada , dominated by the awe-inspiring Alhambra Palace . So popular has been this combination that our guests voted it their 'Holiday of the Year'.
Andalucia , in southern Spain, offers great guided walks in the hills of the Sierra Almijara head off the beaten track to discover unspoilt corners making it ideal for an autumn holiday. We also follow tracks along the terraced hillsides to the neighbouring villages of Frigiliana and Sayalonga. After the walks there will be plenty of time to relax around the hotel pool.
The historic town of Ronda is poised dramatically atop two 600ft cliffs and separated by an impressive gorge. This is a bustling town, full of character and facilities, which makes it an excellent base for exploring the surrounding countryside. Enjoy walks in the rugged scenery of the local National Parks and retreat to a popular hotel located next to Ronda's famous gorge and bridge.
Combine any two of these locations this autumn to make you ideal break and with many regional flights to Malaga, it couldn't be easier to get there. For more details please call our Reservations Team on 0845 470 7558 or email reservations@hfholidays.co.uk
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| Boom in visitor numbers to tourist attractions across Britain |
23 September 05 |
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Holiday makers this summer have opted to rediscover Britain's less crowded attractions, so although visitor numbers to London may be down on previous years, other areas of Britain have seem a substantial increase.
Popular attractions have been Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, the Roman Baths in Bath, Leeds Castle in Kent, Blenheim Palace, Warwick Castle and may more.
HF Holidays offers holidays from 18 locations a around Britain, enabling you to experience some of these and many other great attractions this country has to offer. Take a look at our website now to discover where you will go next:
Book now on-line or call our Reservations Team now on 0845 470 7558.
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| Come and visit the lakes and discover the world of Arthur Ransome |
18 September 05 |
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Arthur Ransome is the author who created a magical realm of navigators and pirates in the lakes and fells of Cumbria.
This year marks the 75 th anniversary of Swallows and Amazons, the first in a series of a dozen of books relating the escapades of a bunch of children who sail to the ends of the earth in their imagination, and in reality to the ends of Windermere and Conistonwater.
The Museum of Lakeland life in Kendal is the focus of the anniversary celebrations with an exhibition of manuscripts, sketches and personal items from its Ransome collection.
Book a Country House Escape now staying at Conistonwater and explore the Lake District at you own pace. Take a walk up Old Man of Coniston, or as known to Swallows aficionados, Kanchenjunga and enjoy many more splendid walks with Claire Kendall-Price's book of illustrated walks called In the Footsteps of the Swallows and Amazons. Enjoy a boat trip with Coniston Launch and discover the Swallows and Amazon Cruises.
Enjoy Full-Board en-suite accommodation at Monk Coniston . A romantic Gothic-style house - complete with minstrels' gallery - leased from the National Trust, which maintains a rare tree collection in the extensive landscaped grounds . Set just north of Coniston Water and east of Coniston, which has a range of shops and cafes, it enjoys glorious views of the lake and Coniston Old Man. Forests, valleys and unspoilt villages make this an area of beautiful and spectacular scenery.
Book now by calling our Reservations Team on 0845 470 7558 or email reservations@hfholidays.co.uk
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| Britons are still enjoying their holidays |
15 September 05 |
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A survey carried out by the Jamaican Tourist Board looks at how much people intend to spend on travel abroad in the next three months. The results prove that despite economic uncertainty the British public are not planning to cut their spending on their holidays.
The report reveals the average spend on longhaul holidays will be £972. The '50 somethings' taking their main holiday will be spending £1,029 and the last minute breakers will spend an average of £464. Even people visiting friends and family plan to spend £251.
If you are planning a last minute break this year to make the most of the weather or planning ahead for next year then take a look at our website to discover the vast variety of holiday destinations we have to offer throughout Britain, Europe and Worldwide .
Book now on-line or call our Reservations Team for further information on 0845 470 7558.
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| European Family Rambling Day |
01 September 05 |
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On Sunday, 11 September, HF Holidays is taking part in an exciting day for walkers right across Europe.
The European Ramblers' Association, of which HF Holidays is an active member, represents 5 million walkers in 27 European countries. One of its aims is to further interest in walking and thereby to increase international friendship and understanding.
Each year, themed walks take place on the same day in every country. This year the theme is "Walking with Family" and the day is 11 September.
Since we are all part of the greater HF Holidays Family, we are inviting other walkers to join us on 2 short walks, one at Haytor and the other at Coniston. If you are interested, please come along - and bring the family!
Walk details
Conistonwater, Lake District - From Monk Coniston Hall, near Coniston in Cumbria; a walk to Tarn Hows and Yew Tree Tarn of 6 miles and 825 feet of ascent. Leaving at 9.30am, returning around 3.30pm; nearest parking at Monk Coniston National Park car park (at top of Coniston Water lake).
Haytor, Dartmoor - From Moorlands House Hotel, Haytor near Bovey Tracey in Devon; a walk exploring Haytor antiquities (including Becka Brook and Smallacombe Rocks) of 6 miles and 1225 feet of ascent. Leaving at 9.30am, returning around 3.30pm; nearest parking at Haytor Rocks National Park car park (next to hotel).
Remember to bring a picnic lunch & drinks, wear suitable clothing for walking (including boots) and bring a daysack with waterproofs, snacks, lunch, spare jumper etc.
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