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Travel Tuesday

GO WEST, GO EAST

All the journeys in these travel pages are carefully crafted and organised byABTA/ATOL-bonded tour operators who have been hand-picked by us. The telephonenumber provided with each offer takes you directly to each tour operator, who canprovide the best personalised service in booking your holiday. Next to each tour itineraryyou’ll find a product code. Don’t forget to mention it when you call as this will ensure youreceive the personal service, excellent value and top quality that we guarantee for everyreader. All that’s left to do now is decide which trip is the one for you.

From the exotic delights of the Far East to the thrills of thewest coast, our China and USA trips cover all bases

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East meets West withtrips to China and USA

EAST or West, whichever dir-ection you select, we havesome great trips in China orthe United States. China hasfascinated the western world

for centuries, courtesy of its vastlands and almost unimaginablewealth and today is in the middle ofan astonishing transformation.

Travel with us to Beijing, with thespectacular Imperial Palace at itsheart. Collectively called the ‘Fo r -bidden City’, it contains a staggering9,999 rooms. Tiananmen Square, thewo rl d ’s largest plaza and final restingplace of Chairman Mao, holds a stag-gering 600,000 people.

The immense Summer Palace andTemple of Heaven are stunning intheir simplicity and laden with sym-bolism. Beyond the city lies the4,000-mile Great Wall, the largeststructure ever built by man.

Travel to Xian, already a world-class city before even the Roman Em-pire was founded. It houses the ex-traordinary 6,000-strong TerracottaArmy. First discovered in 1974 byfarmers digging a well, the life-sizewarriors all have their own individu-al features. They’ve guarded the tombof the first Qin Emperor for more

than two millennia.Guilin has some of China’s most

breath-taking scenery. Beautifully setaround four lakes and two rivers, it’ssurrounded by stunning views.

And in Chengdu, you’ll see some ofthe world’s most endangered and en-chanting animals – Pa n d a s.

Add a relaxing three-day cruise onthe Yangtze and a trip to Shanghai,China’s wealthiest city, and you willhave enjoyed a remarkable journey ofdiscovery of one of the world’s mostancient cultures.

Fly West with us and we will whiskyou off to California and the GoldenWest from London Heathrow.

Visit the sophisticated metropolisof San Francisco and the iconicGrand Canyon. See Monument Val-ley, whose towering sandstone pillarsare immortalised in countless West-erns; the Painted Desert; Yosemite;the astonishing national parks ofBryce Canyon and Zion; and the loftysnow-capped peaks of the SierraNevada. Put world renowned destin-ation cities such as San Francisco,Los Angeles, San Diego and LasVegas i8nto the mix and you have adestination that simply cannot bem at ch e d .

EAST AND WEST

Walking in a winter wonderland at London Christmas fair

HOME is where the heart isand we have a hat-trick ofspecial British-basedbreaks this week. Head forLondon for the first one –

the Hyde Park Winter Wonderland.Located in one of the greatest city

parks in the world, it is transformedinto the city’s most spectacularChristmas destination - completewith fairground rides, a world-classcircus, a Christmas Market, theUK’s largest outdoor ice rink and anexclusive snow and ice exhibition.

There is so much to enjoy even ifyou just walk around the park to

enjoy the magical atmosphere.We also visit London where you

can enjoy some sightseeing or takeadvantage of your time in one of theshopping capitals of the world andstart ticking off the Christmas list.

If nostalgia’s your thing, then joinour trip for a Haworth 1940swe e ke n d .

Step back in time to experienceBritain in the 1940s.

Your holiday begins with coachtravel to York.

Next day you travel to Haworthwhere, for more than 10 years, localsand visitors have dressed up in 1940s

clothing to enjoy a wide range ofnostalgic events in this Yorkshirevillage, sited on the edge of thePennine moors.

You could well be forgiven forbelieving you’ve stepped onto theset of Dad’s Army. Military andcivilian vehicles will be drivingaround, sandbags will be scatteredabout and the streets will bethronged with forces personnel,tradesmen, civilians and membersof the Home Guard.

D o n’t be surprised if the drone ofan engine belonging to a Spitfire orLancaster draws your attention to

the skies; the RAF have previouslycarried out a flypast at this annualeve n t .

Or why not stay closer to homeand head west down the M5 for ourCornish Tea, St Ives, Padstow &Falmouth four-day break.

The small fishing town of Padstowretains much of its old-world charmand tradition and is a great place toexplore, where you want to browsethe narrow streets or walk out to theheadline for magnificent views.

Our stay also takes in Falmouthand Lizard Point.

Located at the entrance to the

third largest harbour in the world,this attractive town has many at-tractions. As well as streets full ofshops, galleries, restaurants andpubs, the water is never far awayand boats of every size can be seenalong the waterfront.

St Ives and Penzance are also onthe tour agenda, the former being,arguably the most popular Cornishresort, with its golden sand, clearocean and variety of attractions. Itswonderful pure light has attractedartists since the 19th century andthere are many well-known namesassociated with the town.

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CALIFORNIA & THE GOLDEN WESTSelected departures March to November 2014

Price includes:• Return direct scheduled flights from London Heathrow• Stay in hand-picked three and four-star hotels• Stay three nights in cosmopolitan San Francisco, America’sfavourite city, dominated by the instantly recognisableGolden Gate Bridge

• Guided tours of Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco• Visit and stay in glitzy Las Vegas – the ‘EntertainmentCapital of the World’

• Visit timeless Monument Valley, immortalised in so manyclassic ‘westerns’

• Experience the stunning beauty of the Grand Canyon,Bryce Canyon, Zion National Park and Yosemite NationalPark. Our overnight stays and visits are carefully timedto see these awe-inspiring sights when the light displaysthem at their most beautiful

• Enjoy a superb optional helicopter flight over the GrandCanyon

• Escorted by an experienced tour manager

This tour is a remarkable journey of discovery of one of the world’s most ancient cultures, aspects of which arealmost beyond our comprehension, blended with a remarkably stunning topography and a staggering pace ofmodernisation.

An outstanding tour exploring Western USA’s world-famous National Parks, intriguing native Indian history, amazingdesert landscapes, lush forests, the lofty peaks of the Sierra Nevada and including its pulsating and unique cities.

Price includes:• Return scheduled flights from London Heathrow• Stay in hand-picked four-star hotels with daily breakfastand thirteen meals included

• Enjoy our five-star Yangtze River Cruise throughthe breathtaking Three Gorges, including full-board

• Travel through the world’s largest ship locks of theThree Gorges Dam

• Visit the amazing Forbidden City• Marvel at the exquisite Temple of Heaven and theimperial gardens at the Summer Palace in Beijing

• Tour old Beijing’s historic quarters by cycle rickshaw

• Visit the astonishing Great Wall of China• See the world-famous Terracotta Warriors and the lesserknown underground museum

• Watch the baby pandas at the Chengdu Panda Research Centre• Enjoy the bright lights and shopping of Shanghai• See the man-made wonder of the Longshen Rice Terraces• Cruise the Li River surrounded by thousands of limestone peaks• Option to visit one of China’s unspoilt water villages inthe Yangtze River delta

Calls cost 5ppm from a BT landline. You may also be charged a connection fee. Mobile and other providers’ charges may vary. Prices are from, per person, based on two people sharing, are applicable to selected departure dates and may have been rounded up or down to the nearest pound. Any applicable discounts have already been deducted. Theseholidays and included excursions are subject to availability. Single rooms and regional departures are also subject to availability and a supplement may apply. Prices and holidays are subject to availability and change, some holidays are subject to minimum passenger numbers. Terms and conditions apply. Holidays are operated by various supplierswhich are ABTA and/or ATOL bonded where applicable. These suppliers are independent of Local World. When you respond, the holiday supplier and Local World may contact you with offers/services that may be of interest. Please give your mobile or email details if you wish to receive such offers by SMS or email. We will not give your details to othercompanies without your permission.

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Step back in time to experience Britain in the 1940s. In the Yorkshire village ofHaworth we will be on the Home Front where air-raid sirens herald the throbof hostile enemy aircraft and the rationing of food, clothing and provisions isan accepted part of everyday living. Wartime memories don’t always centreon hardship and personal loss and as; the British spirit was renowned forits strength in the face of adversity, don’t be surprised to witness scenes oflaughter, singing and dancing to those old wartime favourite tunes.

The price includes:• Private coach travel from your local area• One-nights’ stay with three course evening meal & cooked breakfast• Visits to York and Haworth

HAWORTH 1940S WEEKENDDeparting 17 May 2014Coach travel from Bristol

2 days from

£90per person

Hyde Park, in the heart of London, is one of the greatest city parks in theworld and in the run up to Christmas it draws even more visitors with itsWinter Wonderland event – the city’s most spectacular Christmas destination.Complete with fairground rides, a world-class circus, a Christmas Market, theUK’s largest outdoor ice rink and an exclusive snow and ice exhibition, there isso much to enjoy even if you just walk around the park to enjoy the magicalatmosphere. We also visit London where you can enjoy some sightseeingor take advantage of your time in one of the shopping capitals of the worldand start ticking off the Christmas list. Whatever you choose, this is a festivefavourite for all the family!

The price includes:• Private coach travel from your local area• One nights’ stay with three course evening meal and cooked breakfast• Visit to London’s Hyde Park Winter Wonderland• Free time in London

HYDE PARK WINTER WONDERLANDDeparting 30 November 2013Coach travel from Bristol

2 days from

£90per person

Cornwall is the ideal holiday destination, renowned for its spectacular coastalscenery, delicious local food and award-winning attractions. It is also a placeof fascinating myths and legends, which are deeply woven into the Cornishhistory. Join us as we uncover some of these highlights and visit placesfeatured on the ITV series ‘Cornwall with Caroline Quentin’, including the onlycity in the county, the most southerly point of the British mainland and thehome of English Tea, where you can enjoy an exclusive tour of one of thefinest private gardens in the country followed by tea and biscuits.

The price includes:• Private coach travel from your local area• Three night stay with three course evening meals and cooked breakfasts• Visits to Padstow, Falmouth, Lizard Point, St Ives and Penzance• Garden Tour and View Tea Plantation at Tregothnan Estate

CORNISH TEA, ST IVES, PADSTOW& FALMOUTHDeparting 25 April 2014 Coach travel from BristolDeparting 25 April 2014 Coach travel from Bristol

4 days from

£269per person