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2020 Tailor-made Holidays for the Trefoil Guild Inspiring Holidays for members of the Trefoil Guild Southend-on-Sea Annual Meeting | Constable Country | Tenerife Carnival Athens & Hydra | and more
Welcome Welcome to another year of adventure, where you can escape the daily routine and embark on a holiday that captures the true spirit of Guiding and friendship. This year we’re excited to feature a range of inspirational holidays, including the much-anticipated Annual Meeting Weekend in Southend-on-Sea, where you can make the most of the event with our pre-tour to Essex and post-tour to Constable Country. For those who fancy venturing a little further, we have a number of exciting international trips designed exclusively for members of the Trefoil Guild. Explore the rural scenes of the Black Forest, the lively festivities of the Tenerife Carnival 2021 and the ancient beauty of Athens and Hydra. Wherever you choose, you’ll be in for a holiday of soul-stirring culture and lifelong friendships. We’ll work with you to create the perfect holiday, wrapping it all up in one neat, Venture Abroad-stamped package. And for those who want something a little different, our bespoke tours allow you to travel any time of the year via any method of transport. Just leave it to us. Best wishes, Charlotte Charles, Venture Abroad Manager 2 w e b : ventureabroad.co.uk e m a i l : tours@ventureabroad.co.uk
CO N T E N T S 4 The Venture Abroad difference 14 The Black Forest 5 Helping you create the 16 Athens & Hydra perfect adventure 18 Tenerife Carnival 6 Pre-AM Tour, Essex 20 Bespoke tours for your Guild 8 Annual Meeting Weekend, 22 The next steps Southend-on-Sea 12 Post-AM Tour, Constable Country *Prices are correct at time of printing. call: 01332 342 050 @ v e nt u r e abr o ad 3
HELPING YOU CREATE T H E P E R F E CT A DV E NTURE Venture Abroad has over 45 years of experience creating quality, tailor-made holidays for members of the Trefoil Guild, so we know how to deliver the perfect trip for you. Catering for individuals and guilds of any size, our team of experts is dedicated to providing an outstanding service and leaving you with fond memories of a special trip. Dedicated support from start to finish We’re happy to deal with individual requests You’ll have the services of an experienced Tour Co-ordinator to Wherever possible, we use hotels and excursions that can cater assist you from the early planning stages until your return home. for special requests, such as providing lift access and satisfying We’ll take care of all the logistics so you can spend your time dietary requirements. We’re always grateful if you could let us enjoying the trip! know of any requirements at an early stage. Tailor-made trips for your Guild Support of a Venture Abroad Representative Get together with your Guild and decide upon a date and A Venture Abroad Representative will be with you for the duration destination that suits you. All that’s left is to contact us and we’ll take of your trip to ensure everything runs smoothly. For your peace care of the rest! of mind, a 24-hour emergency telephone line means that a member of our team is always on hand to deal with any issues Our trips are perfect for individuals that may arise. If you’re an individual traveller, you can join a group of like-minded people, make friends with fellow Trefoil Guild members and travel Travel in safe hands to exciting destinations throughout the UK and worldwide – Each of our holidays has been risk assessed, ensuring that all enjoying new experiences as a group. excursions, accommodation and transportation adhere to the To keep costs down, we suggest you consider sharing a room strict guidelines of our Safety Management System. Our Crisis with another member. We can even put you in touch with other Management System also gives you the reassurance that individual travellers. support is on hand even in exceptional circumstances. Insurance and financial security We provide financial protection for all of our trips, as well as insurance as standard through our chosen insurers, Endsleigh. call: 01332 342 050 @ v e nt u r e abr o ad 5
PRICES FROM £380pp PRE-ANNUAL MEETING TOUR Essex TUESDAY 2 ND - FRIDAY 5 TH JUNE 2020 A landscape of idyllic towns and villages, historic country houses and rolling countryside, Essex is so much more than its pop-culture stereotypes. Set foot in this beautiful county and you’ll be transported back in time, where you can visit the world’s oldest wooden church, Greensted Church, as well as the majestic Hatfield House. When you’re not ticking off the city’s historical treasures, you can enjoy a journey through Essex’s picturesque countryside aboard the Epping Ongar Railway. The perfect break before the Annual Meeting Weekend. 6 w e b : ventureabroad.co.uk e m a i l : tours@ventureabroad.co.uk
ACCOMMODATION ESSEX - TUE 2 ND - FRI 5 TH JUNE 2020 Cheshunt Marriott Hotel Based in a tranquil location within rural Broxbourne, the 4-star Cheshunt Marriott Hotel offers spacious, modern rooms with free Wi-Fi and tea and coffee making facilities. After a day of sightseeing, tuck into a delicious meal at the on-site bar and grill. Accessible rooms are available on request. INCLUSIONS • 3 nights’ half board accommodation based on twin share rooms • Coach transport throughout the trip • Excursion entrance fees as detailed in the itinerary below • Services of a Venture Abroad Representative throughout the trip • Travel insurance for passengers aged 89 and under Excursions: • Epping Ongar Railway • Greensted Church • North Weald Airfield Museum • Royal Gunpowder Mills • Hatfield House *Prices are per paying passenger and based on 2 people sharing a twin room and a minimum of 40 paying passengers. ITINERARY Day 1 Get picked up by your coach where you’ll be transported to the Cheshunt Marriott Hotel in Broxbourne. Day 2 Following breakfast at your hotel, you’ll depart for the market town of Ongar where you can experience the beautifully restored Epping Ongar Railway system. Disembark and enjoy the rest of your day, stopping at the oldest wooden church in the world, Greensted Church, and North Weald Airfield Museum. Finish with an evening meal at your hotel. Day 3 Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before heading to the Royal Gunpowder Mills for a look at the fascinating history of gunpowder. In the afternoon you’ll have the chance for a guided tour of Hatfield House, before enjoying the gardens and grounds at your own leisure. Finish with an evening meal at your hotel. Day 4 Following breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a morning at leisure and then depart by coach to Southend for the Annual Meeting. call: 01332 342 050 @ v e nt u r e abr o ad 7
ANNUAL MEETING Southend-on-Sea FRIDAY 5TH – MONDAY 8TH JUNE 2020 The 2020 Trefoil Guild Annual Meeting is heading to sunny Southend-on-Sea, held at the Cliffs Pavilion. We’re offering a three-night weekend break at a choice of quality hotels in Southend-on-Sea, letting you make the most of the Annual Meeting with evening entertainment and local excursions. With our Venture Abroad Representatives on-hand throughout the weekend, you’re free to enjoy your time with old friends and new without worrying about the logistics. Fill your time before and after the Annual Meeting by strolling along the sandy beach, walking down the longest pier in the world and treating yourself to some of Southend’s famous ice cream at a seaside café. 8 w e b : ventureabroad.co.uk e m a i l : tours@ventureabroad.co.uk
ITINERARY SOUTHEND-ON-SEA AM WEEKEND - FRI 5 TH – MON 8 TH JUNE 2020 Day 1 If you’re travelling to Southend by train, a Venture Abroad Representative will meet you at the station and you’ll be taken to your hotel on one of our coach transfers. Check into your hotel of choice, where the Venture Abroad Representatives will be based throughout the weekend to ensure your stay runs smoothly. Enjoy time to relax with an evening meal (included in the package price). Day 2 Following breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a morning at leisure walking along the beach or exploring the nearby sights. The Annual Meeting will take place in the afternoon. Day 3 On Sunday, there will be a range of optional day excursions that you can book onto prior to the Annual Meeting Weekend. They’ll give you the opportunity to discover the history of Southend-on- Sea and enjoy some of the most beautiful points of interest in and around the area. To round off the weekend, why not join your fellow Trefoil Guild friends for an evening of entertainment organised by the Venture Abroad team? Day 4 Bid Southend-on-Sea goodbye and either join the coach departing for our post-tour to Constable Country or return home. call: 01332 342 050 @ v e nt u r e abr o ad 9
ANNUAL MEETING ACCOMMODATION £325pp Park Inn by Radisson Palace – 1.1 miles from AM venue Located along the Western Esplanade, just a 6-minute walk from Southend Pier, the stylish Park Inn by Radisson boasts scenic views, a fitness centre, on-site casino and restaurant and bar. Its comfortable rooms feature en-suite bathrooms, TV and free Wi-Fi, whilst traditional afternoon tea © om is served daily in the lounge. D W est cliff £340pp Holiday Inn Southend - 2.6 miles from AM venue Holiday Inn Southend offers a comfortable stay just moments from the airport and a 15-minute drive from the pier. Its soundproofed rooms feature private bathrooms, TV and free Wi-Fi, whilst the rooftop restaurant and bar provide views of the Essex countryside and airport. Accessible rooms are available. £320pp MUTHU Westcliff Hotel – 0.1 Miles from AM venue This charming, Victorian boutique hotel, close to the seafront with views over the Thames Estuary, promises a relaxing stay. Its elegantly decorated rooms feature en-suite bathrooms, TV and tea and coffee making facilities, whilst the restaurant is a great place to relax. Free Wi-Fi is available in © es the public areas. D Bl en kins opp £290pp Skylark Hotel – 3.6 miles from AM venue Recently refurbished, the Skylark Hotel is spread across 7 acres and located in the South East Essex business community, adjacent to the airport. The beach, pier and Cliffs Pavilion are within a 5-10-minute drive, whilst rooms include a private bathroom, TV and internet access. At the end of the day, you can relax in the modern restaurant and bar. Be sure to get your bookings in early for your choice of hotel! "I have always enjoyed Venture Abroad’s holidays. So much detail in the paper work so we know what we are doing each day." BETTY GOSLING, WALTON-ON-THAMES TREFOIL GUILD, ICELAND 10 w e b : ventureabroad.co.uk e m a i l : tours@ventureabroad.co.uk
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA AM WEEKEND - FRI 5 TH – MON 8 TH JUNE 2020 TOUR INCLUSIONS • 3 nights’ accommodation in twin rooms at a choice of 4 different hotels • Half board catering (breakfast and an evening meal) • Transfers to and from Southend-on-Sea train station to your chosen hotel • Transfers to and from the Cliffs Pavilion to your chosen hotel • Services of the Venture Abroad team throughout the weekend • 24-hour emergency contact service throughout the weekend • Travel insurance for passengers aged 89 and under Make the most of your weekend! Ensure you make the most of your weekend by adding an excursion of your choice and Sunday evening entertainment hosted by Venture Abroad! Further details will be available in January 2020. call: 01332 342 050 @ v e nt u r e abr o ad 11
PRICES FROM £480pp POST-ANNUAL MEETING TOUR Constable Country MONDAY 8 TH - FRIDAY 12 TH JUNE 2020 Visit one of the most enchanting corners of England, whose landscape inspired John Constable’s most celebrated works of art. Unchanged by time, Constable Country in Suffolk remains as picturesque as his paintings, boasting a landscape of rural villages, charming cottages and pastoral beauty. Spend your time exploring gorgeous gardens and medieval market towns, follow in the footsteps of John Constable in the pretty hamlet of Flatford, and finish the day with the traditional tea room delights of homemade scones and fresh cream. 12 w e b : ventureabroad.co.uk e m a i l : tours@ventureabroad.co.uk
ACCOMMODATION CONSTABLE COUNTRY - MON 8 TH - FRI 12 TH JUNE 2020 Marks Tey Hotel The 4-star Marks Tey Hotel in Colchester promises a comfortable stay, where you can enjoy the heated pool and sauna, leisure club and high quality food in the restaurant. Complete with free Wi-Fi and tea and coffee making facilities, it’s the perfect base to explore the beauty of Constable Country. Ground floor rooms are available on request. INCLUSIONS • 4 nights’ half board accommodation based on twin share rooms • Coach transport throughout the trip • Excursion entrance fees as detailed in the itinerary below • Services of a Venture Abroad Representative throughout the trip • Travel insurance for passengers aged 89 and under Excursions: • Wilkin & Sons Jam Museum and Tea Room • Beth Chatto Gardens • Guided Tour of Flatford • Saffron Walden Visit • Green Island Gardens *Prices are per paying passenger and based on 2 people sharing a twin room and a minimum of 40 paying passengers. ITINERARY Day 1 Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Southend before departing for Colchester, stopping en route at the Tiptree Jam Factory for a visit to the Wilkin & Sons Museum and Tea Room. Continue your journey and check into the Marks Tey Hotel and enjoy an evening meal. Day 2 After breakfast at your hotel, depart for the Beth Chatto Gardens where you'll be met by a member of the Garden Team and given a brief introduction to the gardens and Beth Chatto herself, before the chance to explore the gardens at your own leisure. Spend the rest of the day at leisure in Colchester. Evening meal at your hotel. Day 3 Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then head into Constable Country for a guided tour of Flatford where you can admire the scenes that inspired the great artist Constable. Spend some time exploring the area at your own pace, before returning to the hotel this afternoon. Finish with an evening meal at your hotel. Day 4 Following breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a day of sightseeing, including the medieval Saffron Walden. In the afternoon, you’ll visit the exquisite Green Island Gardens, before returning to the hotel for your evening meal. Day 5 After breakfast at your hotel, depart Colchester for your journey home. call: 01332 342 050 @ v e nt u r e abr o ad 13
PRICES FROM £885pp THE Black Forest SUNDAY 3 RD MAY - FRIDAY 8 TH MAY 2020 Named after its dark canopy of evergreen trees, the Black Forest is the perfect rural escape where days unfold in a flurry of medieval town visits, scenic boat trips and waterfall wonderment. Full of fairytale charm, you’ll experience traditional German culture as you marvel at the World’s Largest Cuckoo Clock, cruise along Lake Titisee and discover the treasures of Freiburg Munster. The perfect place to unwind at the end of the day with a slice of gateau and good company. 14 w e b : ventureabroad.co.uk e m a i l : tours@ventureabroad.co.uk
ITINERARY ACCOMMODATION THE BLACK FOREST - SUN 3 RD - FRI 8 TH MAY 2020 Day 1 Landhotel Rebstock Depart the UK for Stuttgart, transfer to your hotel and enjoy your This 3-star, traditionally-styled spa hotel is the first evening meal. perfect retreat, located just 2km from Triberg. Stay in cosy rooms which feature a TV, hairdryer and Day 2 free Wi-Fi. When it’s time to relax, enjoy the hotel After breakfast, depart for a boat trip on Lake Titisee, followed by swimming pool, sun terrace and sauna, as well as the German Clock Museum to learn about the iconic Cuckoo Clock. delicious home-cooked food at the restaurant. Evening meal at your hotel. Day 3 Enjoy breakfast before transferring to the Black Forest Open-Air INCLUSIONS Museum, where a guided tour will give you an insight into the • 5 nights’ half board accommodation area’s traditional lifestyle and culture. Spend the afternoon at based on twin share rooms leisure at your hotel, where you can go swimming or relax on the sun terrace. • Return flights from London to resort airport • Return airport transfers Day 4 • Coach transfers to all pre-organised excursions Following breakfast, stop by the World’s Largest Cuckoo Clock before visiting the Triberg Falls. Spend time in the town of Triberg, • Services of a Venture Abroad then return to your hotel for dinner. Representative throughout the trip • Travel insurance for passengers aged 85 and under Day 5 Head to Freiburg for a guided tour of Freiburg Munster. Then spend Excursions: the afternoon at leisure where you can visit the Cathedral Market. • Lake Titisee Boat Trip Evening meal at your hotel. • Triberg Falls Visit Day 6 • World's Largest Cuckoo Clock After breakfast, depart Stuttgart for the UK. • Black Forest Open-Air Museum & Guided Tour • Freiburg Munster Entrance & Guided Tour • Return Schauinslandbahn Gondola Trip • German Clock Museum *Prices are per paying passenger and based on 2 people sharing a twin room and a minimum of 22 paying passengers. call: 01332 342 050 @ v e nt u r e abr o ad 15
PRICES FROM £1,305pp Athens &Hydra THURSDAY 17 TH - WEDNESDAY 23 RD SEPTEMBER 2020 Where age-old ruins pierce striking blue skies, Greece will immerse you into a world of archaeological riches and natural beauty. Start your trip in Athens where you’ll explore the city’s ancient ruins and nearby towns, as well as the marble-clad Panathenaic Stadium, before sailing to the island of Hydra. Blissfully free of cars, Hydra is a time capsule of elegant monasteries and historic museums, where the clip-clop of mules and the smiles of friendly locals offer the warmest of welcomes. 16 w e b : ventureabroad.co.uk e m a i l : tours@ventureabroad.co.uk
INCLUSIONS ITINERARY ATHENS & HYDRA - THUR 17 TH - WED 23 RD SEPTEMBER 2020 • 4 nights’ half board in 3-star accommodation Day 1 based on twin share rooms in Athens Depart the UK for Athens, transfer to your hotel and enjoy • 2 nights’ half board in 3-star accommodation your first evening meal. based on twin share rooms in Hydra Day 2 • Return flights from the UK to resort After breakfast, depart for Ancient Corinth, an important • Return airport transfers city for numerous civilisations. In the afternoon, stop off • Coach transfers to all pre-organised excursions at the archaeological site of Mycenae and spend some • Services of a Venture Abroad Representative throughout the trip time in the beautiful Peloponnese port town of Nafplion. Evening meal at your hotel. • Travel insurance for passengers aged 85 and under Day 3 Excursions: Following breakfast, enjoy a day in Athens, including • Ancient Corinth, Nafplion & Mycenae Day Trip visits to the Acropolis and its museum, as well as the • Acropolis Visit Panathenaic Stadium. Evening meal at a local taverna. • Panathenaic Stadium Tour Day 4 • National Archaeological Museum Visit the National Archaeological Museum and the Stavros • Stavros Niarchos Cultural Centre Niarchos Cultural Centre, then head back to Athens for an • Monasteries of Hydra Visit evening at leisure. Enjoy a meal at your hotel. *Prices are per paying passenger and based on 2 people sharing a twin Day 5 room and a minimum of 20 paying passengers. After breakfast, take a ferry to the beautiful island of Hydra. Motor vehicles are prohibited, so you’ll find donkeys, mules and water taxis in their place. Explore the main town, where most of its visitors are from Athens or the local area, and soak up the island’s unspoilt beauty. Evening meal at your hotel. Day 6 Visit the Historical Museum of Hydra for a look at Greece’s modern history, then spend the afternoon exploring some of Hydra’s 6 monasteries and 300 churches and chapels. Final evening meal. Day 7 Following breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer back to the mainland. Depart Athens for the UK. call: 01332 342 050 @ v e nt u r e abr o ad 17
PRICES FROM Tenerife £1,019pp CARNIVAL MONDAY 15 TH - SUNDAY 21 ST FEBRUARY 2021 Join in the lively festivities of the Santa Cruz Carnival in Tenerife! Following Rio as the second largest carnival in the world, thousands flock to watch the participants dress up in the most colourful, flamboyant costumes and take to the streets for the ultimate parade. Lap up the celebrations before exploring the diversity of the island, including pirate villages, cloud forests and symbolic landmarks, all topped off with visit to a traditional bodega. 18 w e b : ventureabroad.co.uk e m a i l : tours@ventureabroad.co.uk
ITINERARY TENERIFE CARNIVAL - MON 15 TH - SUN 21 ST FEB 2021 Day 1 Depart the UK for Tenerife, transfer to your hotel and enjoy your first evening meal. Day 2 After breakfast visit the UNESCO-rated Teide National Park and marvel at the volcanic landscapes, before boarding the cable car to the summit of Teide at 3,555m. On your way back, stop off at Esperanza Forest, famous for its eucalyptus trees. Evening meal at your hotel. Day 3 Enjoy breakfast then head into Santa Cruz to explore the vibrant city and lap up the carnival atmosphere! Join the 50,000 carnival-goers as the main event makes its way through the city. Evening meal at your hotel. Day 4 Take a guided tour of the San Blas Nature Reserve and learn about Tenerife’s unique geography and local ACCOMMODATION history. Then experience the country’s wine culture at a Hotel Zentral Center traditional bodega, topped off with a wine tasting! Enjoy Just 700m from the beach, the 4-star Hotel Zentral an evening at leisure. Center is an adults-only hotel located in the holiday resort Day 5 Playa de la Americas. Enjoy comfortable rooms with Visit Icod de los Vinos, home to the ‘Drago Milenario’, air conditioning and Wi-Fi, as well as the restaurant and a tree believed to be over 800 years old. Make a photo outdoor swimming pool. stop at the seaside town of Garachico, before searching for loot at the (rumoured) former pirate village of Masca. Evening meal at your hotel. INCLUSIONS Day 6 • 6 nights’ half board accommodation Head to the former capital, La Laguna, followed by based on twin share rooms the cloud forests at the Monte de las Mercedes. Then • Return flights from the UK to resort visit Tenerife’s oldest massif (10 million years old), the • Return airport transfers Anaga Mountains, before stopping at the small village of • Coach transfers to all pre-organised excursions Taganana. Evening meal at your hotel. • Services of a Venture Abroad Day 7 Representative throughout the trip After breakfast, depart Tenerife for the UK. • Travel insurance for passengers aged 85 and under Excursions: • Tenerife Carnival Experience • Mount Teide Full Day Trip • San Blas Nature Reserve • Bodega Visit • La Laguna Visit • Icod de los Vinos Visit *Prices are per paying passenger and based on 2 people sharing a twin room and a minimum of 19 paying passengers. call: 01332 342 050 @ v e nt u r e abr o ad 19
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T he next steps 1. GET IN TOUCH Whether you simply want to find out more about a specific trip or you’re ready to get the planning underway, we can offer you specialist advice and talk through your requirements. 2. PROVISIONAL BOOKING AND DEPOSITS After deciding to book, simply fill in the booking form and return it to us with your deposit. We’ll then send a confirmation letter to you shortly after receiving your deposit to confirm your booking. 3. PLAN YOUR HOLIDAY Now your booking will be passed on to one of our dedicated Tour Co-ordinators who will work closely with you to arrange all of your travel plans and send you any information you need for your holiday. 4. HAPPY TRAVELS All that’s left is to wish you bon voyage! We’ll be there every step of the way as you’ll have 24-hour emergency contact for the duration of your holiday, should you need to contact us. 22 w e b : ventureabroad.co.uk e m a i l : tours@ventureabroad.co.uk
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