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ST PETERSBURG & CLEARWATER Smart Choice Classic room from £67 Typical living area from £76 from £132 per person per night per person per night per person per night Postcard Inn on the Barefoot Beach Condo The Don CeSar Beach Resort 5# St Petersburg Beach 3# St Petersburg Beach 3#PLUS Indian Shores With a wonderful beachfront location just minutes from Smart Choice - a resort epitomising Old Florida Dramatically perched atop wind-swept dunes with downtown St Petersburg, this casual hotel offers a expansive views in every direction, The Don CeSar laid-back atmosphere and uniquely decorated rooms Set on five acres overlooking the intracoastal and is effortlessly elegant and the epitome of old-world celebrating the time when road trips ruled and surfers right across from the Gulf of Mexico, this resort offers glamour and sophistication. Since 1928, it has were kings! You’ll also discover a variety of classic close proximity to both St Petersburg and Clearwater. graciously welcomed the world’s elite, all seeking a American fare, from the Boathouse Kitchen & Bar, just Tastefully decorated condo-style suites are well- sophisticated playground in the sun. Today, it’s your steps from the white sandy beach along with uniquely appointed with all the comforts and amenities of home. turn to experience the legendary Pink Palace which designed rooms which are sure to add the perfect has a host of services and amenities that will take your backdrop to your vacation. Features: 90 condos•swimming pool•BBQ grills breath away. •bicycles•free WiFi•free parking Features: 196 rooms•restaurant & bar•beach bar and Accommodation: In one bedroom condos with TV, hairdryer, Features: 277 rooms•3 restaurants•3 bars•ice cream snack shack•swimming pool•gym•bicycles (subject to kitchen with fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher and coffee parlour•2 swimming pools•jacuzzi•fitness and wellness availability)•children’s activities•free WiFi•free parking maker, living area with sleeper sofa and dining area. centre•spa•watersports rentals•children’s & teens activities Accommodation: In classic rooms with TV, coffee maker, Upgrade options: Two bedroom condos. •games room•parking hairdryer and iron & ironing board. Note: Minimum two night stay. Accommodation: In superior rooms with TV, hairdryer, iron & Upgrade options: Garden rooms, which offer a stylish seating ironing board, mini bar and safe. area•poolside cabana rooms, which offer a patio connected Premier Plus Upgrade options: Deluxe rooms•deluxe balcony rooms to the pool area. •partial Gulf view rooms•Gulf view rooms. FREE nights 5 for 4: 01-21 Dec 18, 02 Jan-09 Feb, 28 Apr-02 Jul, 07 Jul-20 Dec 19 & 01 Jan-09 Feb 20. Gulf view room from £85 from £99 from £112 per person per night per person per night per person per night Sheraton Sand Key Hilton Clearwater Beach Sandpearl Resort 4# Clearwater 4# Clearwater 4#PLUS Clearwater Lying close to Sand Key Beach, this landmark hotel Recently renovated and seated on 10 acres of Ideally situated right on the pristine shores of enjoys close proximity to a range of area attractions. wonderful beach, Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Clearwater Beach, this beautiful resort has activities You’ll find miles of white sand beach at your doorstep Spa overlooks the Gulf of Mexico. This iconic hotel and facilities to suit everyone. Rejuvenate at the so you won’t have to stroll far for a swim in the Gulf offers food and drink service nearly to the water’s spa, grab a bite to eat at Caretta on the Gulf or of Mexico, alternatively laze beside the beachfront edge and features the only tiki bar on the sand, private simply sit back by the pool or on the wonderful pool on a comfy chaise lounge. Activities for those not beach cabanas and pools. Refresh and revitalise in the beach. Throughout your stay you will discover the content to rest include tennis, watersports, volleyball, beautiful Hibiscus Spa or take in the legendary sunset warm ambience and attentive service that perfectly beach games and there’s also one of the finest fitness while dining on fresh, local fare. complements the tranquil surroundings. centres in the area. Features: 416 rooms•3 restaurants•3 bars•coffee shop Features: 253 rooms and suites•2 restaurants•coffee shop Features: 375 rooms•2 restaurants•cafe•2 bars •swimming pool•fitness centre•spa•watersports•bicycle •swimming pool•children’s club 5-10 years•spa•gym •swimming pool•fitness centre•massage treatments rentals•children’s activities•valet parking •watersport rentals•daily activities•parking •tennis•volleyball•watersports•free WiFi in public areas Accommodation: In superior rooms with TV, hairdryer, coffee Accommodation: In city view rooms with TV, tea/coffee •parking maker, mini fridge, iron & ironing board and safe. maker, fridge, hairdryer, iron & ironing board, iPod dock, Accommodation: In guest rooms with TV, hairdryer, fridge, safe and some also have a balcony. coffee maker, iron & ironing board and balcony or patio. Upgrade options: Gulf view rooms• Gulf front rooms. Upgrade options: Pool view rooms•Intracoastal view rooms •partial Gulf view rooms•Gulf view rooms•suites. visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk Florida 53

GULF COAST & FORT LAUDERDALE Standard room from £55 pefKrropitmecrhs£oenn1ep3tetre3nrigohot m Two bedroom suite room from £99 Barrymore per person per night Resort at Longboat Key per person per night 3# Tampa 4# Longboat Key GullWing Beach Resort 3# Fort Myers Located on the east bank of the Hillsborough River This exclusive beachfront resort is set at the southern tip This island escape sits beside a vast stretch of sugar- along the scenic Tampa Riverwalk, this welcoming of Longboat Key, close to the shops and restaurants of white sand in the southern part of Estero Island hotel is within easy reach of the many shops, eateries St Armand’s Circle. Stylish and relaxed it’s perfect for overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Numerous restaurants, and gastropubs of the area. The central location couples, families and lovers of sport. bars and shops can be found in the surrounding ensures that area attractions, including Busch Gardens, Features: 223 rooms & suites•8 restaurants and bars area and guests are sure to appreciate the range are also just a short drive away. Leisure amenities •swimming pool•jacuzzi•gym•tennis•spa•45 holes of of amenities including a beachfront swimming pool. include a swimming pool and 24 hour fitness centre, championship golf•watersports•shops •children’s club and The expansive suites are both comfortable and as well as a day spa offering a full array of treatments. sport camps (5-12 years)•marina•bicycles•parking contemporary with a variety of views available. Guest rooms are well-appointed and provide either Accommodation: In golf view junior suites with TV, hairdryer, splendid views of the city’s skyline or the river. mini bar, coffee maker, safe, iron & ironing board, microwave Features: 66 suites•snack bar•BBQ grills•swimming and balcony. pool•fitness centre•tennis•watersports•bicycle rentals Features: 331 rooms•restaurant•bar•coffee shop and Upgrade options: One & two bedroom suites with kitchen. •parking. store•swimming pool•gym•free shuttle within two mile Accommodation: In one bedroom suites with TV, full kitchen, radius•free WiFi•parking Premier Plus living/dining area with sofa bed, safe, hairdryer and balcony. Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, coffee Upgrade options: Two & three bedroom suites. maker, mini fridge, microwave and iron & ironing board. Early booking room discounts: On selected dates May- Dec 19 if you stay at least 5 nights. Premier Plus Room discounts: On selected dates Dec 18-Dec 19 if you stay at least 7 nights. Early booking room discounts: On selected dates Apr- Two FREE rounds of golf (green fees only): On selected Dec 19 if you stay at least 3 nights. dates Dec 18-Oct 19 if you stay at least 7 nights. from £75 Coastline view room from £78 Deluxe ocean view room from £79 per person per night per person per night per person per night Naples Grande Beach Resort Hilton Cocoa Beach Sonesta Fort Lauderdale 4# Naples 4# Cocoa Beach 4# Fort Lauderdale Enjoy relaxed sophistication at this inviting property Nestled on a pristine stretch of sand, Hilton Cocoa The sand and surf are just steps away from the laid- which is set on 23 waterfront acres. A 15 minute walk Beach Resort perfectly captures the allure of Florida’s back sophistication of the Sonesta Fort Lauderdale, or complimentary open air tram ride through the Space Coast. The resort is also less than an hour’s which is centrally located close to the Las Olas Arts adjacent mangrove estuary leads to the beach. drive from Orlando’s theme parks and within half & Entertainment District as well as Port Everglades. an hour of the Kennedy Space Centre. Guest rooms This haven of relaxation offers stylish, spacious Features: 474 rooms•3 restaurants•2 bars•coffee bar provide a relaxing environment and space to unwind, accommodations, delicious cuisine at the waterfront •3 swimming pools (one for adults only)•spa•tennis there’s fun for all the family at the beach with onsite restaurant, an outdoor pool and is within easy reach of •18 hole championship golf course•watersports•fitness surfing lessons available. shopping, dining and entertainment. centre•sauna and steam room•children’s club (4-12 years) •free nature tours (Mon-Sat between Dec-Apr)•parking Features: 295 rooms•2 restaurants•2 bars•snack shop Features: 240 rooms•restaurant•2 bars•swimming pool Accommodation: In coastal rooms with TV, iPod dock, mini •swimming pool•fitness centre•bicycle rentals •fitness centre•spa treatment suite•valet parking fridge, tea/coffee maker, hairdryer, iron & ironing board, safe •watersports•children’s activities•parking Accommodation: In deluxe ocean view rooms with TV, and balcony. Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, coffee maker, hairdryer, mini fridge, iron & ironing board, safe and Upgrade options: Gulf view rooms. mini fridge, hairdryer and iron & ironing board. panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Upgrade options: Coastline view rooms•oceanfront rooms Premier Plus •junior suites. Premier Plus FREE nights Early booking room discounts: May-Jun 19 if you book by 7 for 6: 01-20 Dec 18 & 22 Apr-19 Dec 19. 30 Jan if you stay at least 3 nights; 19 Aug-Sep 19 if you book Family offer: Children 0-5 years eat FREE breakfast at Aura by 30 Mar 19 and stay at least 3 nights. Restaurant. One child per paying adult. FREE self parking: If you stay at least 5 nights. prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals! 54 Florida

MIAMI & THE FLORIDA KEYS from £69 from £77 from £89 per person per night per person per night per person per night Pestana South Beach Mondrian South Beach Marriott Beach Resort 4# Miami 5# Miami 4# Key Largo This Art Deco boutique hotel is made up of four Set on the stunning waterfront of Biscayne Bay, the Immerse yourself in the relaxed sophistication of the buildings with white and blue facades and is located in Mondrian South Beach is just minutes from the centre tropics at the Marriott Beach Resort, which is set on the middle of Miami Beach, just five minutes from South of South Beach, downtown Miami, Ocean Drive 17 beautiful waterfront acres and just an hour’s Beach. Also within a short walk is the open-air Lincoln and more. Soak up the sun at the pool, prepare for drive from Miami. The impeccably-appointed guest Road Shopping Centre as well as numerous bars and relaxation at the signature spa or work out at the rooms offer plenty of space and many also showcase restaurants. At the hotel, you’ll discover a charming world-class gym. Thrill seekers will also enjoy the breathtaking views. Around the resort you can dip in central courtyard with a pool and bistro while the array of watersports and everyone can savour a meal the pool, book a massage at the spa, visit the onsite bright and stylish guest rooms provide an ideal resting indoors or al fresco at Mondrian Caffe or perhaps a dive shop or enjoy a meal or two at the waterfront spot. The hotel’s location in an exclusive residential speciality crafted cocktail. restaurant. Nearby, exciting activities include sport area ensures peace and tranquillity, yet liveliness can fishing and diving amongst the colourful coral reefs. be found within a few steps. Features: 335 rooms•restaurant•bar•swimming pool •fitness centre•spa•watersports•marina•free WiFi. Features: 153 rooms•restaurant•2 bars•swimming pool Features: 98 rooms•restaurant•bar•swimming pool Accommodation: In standard studios with TV, kitchen area •fitness centre•spa•dive shop•free WiFi•parking •bicycle rentals•free WiFi•valet parking with small fridge, hob, microwave and dining table, living area Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, mini Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, with seating, hairdryer and safe. fridge, tea/coffee maker, iron & ironing board and safe. tea/coffee maker, fridge and safe. Upgrade options: Standard rooms with balcony•bay view Premier Plus rooms•one and two bedroom suites Early booking room discounts: May-Jul 19 if you book by 30 Mar 19; 01 Oct-20 Dec 19 if you book by 31 Aug 19. from £99 Standard room from £89 Superior room from £159 per person per night Gates Hotel per person per night per person per night Hawks Cay Resort 4# Key West Ocean Key Resort & Spa 4#PLUS Duck Key 4# Key West Ideally located on picturesque Duck Key, in the centre Situated at the entry point of the island, the Gates Nestled between Key West Harbour and Mallory of the Florida Keys, Hawks Cay is an ideal resort from Hotel is gateway to all things Key West, providing you Square, the Ocean Key Resort is the premier hotel on which to explore the Keys. Aquamarine water is all with the full island experience at your fingertips. Mixing Duval Street. It’s ideally placed so that you can step out around you and you’ll discover a vast array of outdoor contemporary design and retro Floridian flair, the hotel and enjoy the sights and sounds of the old town and activities on offer, including snorkelling, paddle summons the laid-back vibe of traditional Key West beyond. Perfectly capturing the essence of Key West boarding or even flying around on a waverunner. with sophisticated touches. Focal point of the resort the oceanfront hotel rooms provide a spacious blend Guests also have the unique opportunity to encounter is Rum Row, a chic pool, bar and lounge area, while of opulence and tropical flair. As each day draws bottlenose dolphins while learning the importance of guest rooms feature all modern amenities. to a close head to Sunset Pier for waterfront dining protecting Florida’s marine ecosystem. and one of the best seats in town for the famed sunset Features: 100 rooms•restaurant•bar•swimming pool celebrations. Features: 177 rooms•5 restaurants•bar•5 swimming •gym•free shuttle to Old Town•parking pools•jacuzzi•spa•gym•tennis•watersports•dive Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, sleeper sofa, Features: 100 rooms•2 restaurants•bar•swimming pool centre•children’s & teenagers clubs•Dolphin Connection hairdryer, coffee maker, mini fridge, iron and safe. •bicycle rentals•fitness centre•spa•valet parking research centre•free WiFi •free parking Upgrade options: Pool view rooms. Accommodation: In superior rooms with TV, tea/coffee Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, maker, hairdryer, mini bar and safe. fridge, coffee maker and iron & ironing board. Waterview and island view rooms are also available. Premier Plus visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk Room discounts: 01-20 Dec 18. Florida 55

Southern States Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina Rewarding and intoxicating, the southern states welcome you with gracious hospitality, fantastic music, Civil War history and natural splendours. Why visit The Southern States? The battlegrounds of the Civil War, the scenes of With the mighty river forming its western border, In Georgia, southern charm and heritage awaits you in the Civil Rights movement epitomised by Martin Mississippi is rich in history and also dotted Savannah while Atlanta is the centre for entertainment. Luther King, the luxuriant Smoky Mountains and with Civil War battlegrounds. The Gulf Coast History buffs will find over 400 Civil War sites and the delicate, charming antebellum architecture of is perfect for relaxation while antebellum-filled nature lovers can hike the Appalachian Trail. the oh so correct southern society are all yours Natchez is a delight and a drive along the to appreciate. And for the jazz and blues lovers Natchez Trace Parkway is enchanting. In South Carolina, there’s Charleston’s antebellum amongst you, it’s the opportunity to immerse yourself homes, the glorious white sand beaches of glitzy in musical history. In Louisiana, no city in the USA can compete Myrtle Beach and the understated elegance of with New Orleans when it comes to culture, Hilton Head. In Tennessee, you’ll feel the rhythm of music, food, historic architecture and joie de vivre. experience awe-inspiring natural wonders However, Baton Rouge, Lafayette and Plantation North Carolina boasts sophisticated Charlotte, and discover a rich history. Music venues can Country have their fair share of beautifully the thriving arts scene of Asheville, Great Smoky be found in Memphis and Nashville while restored buildings and heritage sites. Mountains National Par and Raleigh the state capital. Chattanooga’s railroad history inspired the popular song “Chattanooga Choo Choo’. Alabama is awash with history, from the Civil Kentucky, the ‘Bluegrass State’ is probably best Pigeon Forge is home to Dolly Parton’s unique War and beautiful antebellum mansions of a known for Bourbon and horses, particularly the theme park Dollywood and the Great Smoky bygone era to the Civil Rights struggles of the annual Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. It’s also Mountains National Park, a preserve of 20th century. the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln, Muhammad Ali invigorating outdoor adventures. and where Colonel Sanders perfected his secret recipe for fried chicken! 56 Southern States prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

Planning your holiday What you need to Know The prices It’s the perfect destination for… New Orleans All accommodation and tour lead-in prices shown are based on the best value travel dates Music lovers, history buffs, outdoor enthusiasts For those who love a road trip, the states of in low season. Flight prices to the USA change and foodies tantalised by a feast of creole and Georgia, Mississippi, Alabama, Kentucky constantly so call for today’s best available deals. cajun cuisine will all adore the Southern States. and North Carolina and South Carolina all Getting there provide a fantastic blend of history, culture, Flight time from the UK to Atlanta or Nashville Classic Southern States music, sports and great cities - all you need is about 9 hours, Charlotte is about 9½ hours; for a truly memorable holiday. Take a look New Orleans takes around 10 hours. From This region is incredibly diverse and in one at pages 68-71 and you’ll find our selection Apr 19 a non-stop flight will be available to holiday, you’ll barely scratch the surface. of touring hotels along with side trips to Charleston and take around 9½ hours. Flights to However, as the South’s culture is intrinsically Charleston and Savannah or the Great Smoky Memphis take about 12 hours with a stop. tied to its music, gain an insight to this with a Mountains. Best time to go Memphis and Nashville twin centre holiday or, if The Southern States generally have a subtropical time allows, add on New Orleans too. Southern States and beyond climate, which brings very hot and humid summers and cool winters. Spring and autumn are seasons Explore more… While, of course, excellent flight links across of pleasantly warm days and cool nights. the USA do make combinations with other Flight upgrades To gain a deeper understanding of the states and cities easy to do, with so much to Why not travel in style and upgrade to a history and culture, a tour is the best option. see and discover within this region, we can higher class cabin, where you will benefit from We recommend either our self-drive tours on help you create your own perfect Southern greater comfort and space. Upgrade prices are: pages 58-59 or, for those preferring not to drive, States itinerary. Along with the touring hotels Premium economy from £399; business class the Gone with the Wind coach tour is sure to for Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina and from £985 or first class from £1699 one way. appeal (see page 60). Alternatively, take a step South Carolina, we’ve showcased a few back in time and board the American Queen of our favourites in Louisiana, Mississippi, Savannah Steamboat for a river cruise along the mighty Tennessee and Kentucky too. Mississippi River (see page 61). Southern States Self-drive & escorted coach tours 58-60 American Queen Steamboat 61 Kansas City St Louis Washington, DC Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee & 62 Missouri ViWrgesint ia Kentucky Louisville Lexington Excursions Kentucky Virginia New Orleans tour & hotels 63 LittleARrokckanMseamMsphiPissasdiuscsahipNTpiaesnChvhnilaletetasBHnsiourmenotiegsnvagilhGleaMrmeoaPuitAgnSettmlaaoionnnktsaFyorgAeCCshhaSeavrorliolloeWutteltinCihsntNaonaro-SoraMllteyimhrntleaBRaealecighh Nashville hotels 64 Oklahoma Memphis hotels 65 Louisiana & Mississippi touring hotels 66 Macon Tennessee & Kentucky touring hotels 67 Vicksburg Montgomery Georgia Charleston North Carolina, South Carolina, Louisiana Georgia & Alabama Jackson Alabama Savannah Hilton Head Island Excursions Natchez 68 Lafayette Baton Rouge Biloxi Pensacola Tallahassee Atlantic Ocean Side trips 69 New Orleans Georgia & Alabama touring hotels 70 The Carolina’s touring hotels 71 visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk See page 128 for Southern States holiday information Southern States 57

SELFDRIVE TOUR Nashville skyline £169912 night self-drive tour from pp Nashville Southern Rhythms & Revolutions Tennessee Self-drive tour Arkansas Great cities and historic towns•Civil War battlesites•listen to great jazz, blues and country music Memphis Day 1: Fly to New Orleans. On arrival make your way to Day 8 Vicksburg/Memphis: Drive into Tennessee and to Mississippi your hotel. the musically rich city of Memphis (250 miles). Day 2 New Orleans: Take a stroll around the easily Day 9 Memphis: Iconic Beale Street is a great place Vicksburg walkable French Quarter, which boasts stunning to begin your explorations. It’s here that artists such as Louisiana architecture and a vibrant atmosphere. See Jackson WC Handy and BB King began performing and today Square where there are beautiful gardens, local artists and the music still beats on. At nearby Sun Studio you can Natchez entertaining street performers. take a guided tour or hear more about musical pioneers Day 3 New Orleans: A further day to explore the Big at Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum or at Stax Museum Lafayette New Orleans Easy. Perhaps visit the historic Garden District, take a ride of American Soul Music. Another must see is Graceland, Vacherie on a streetcar or tour the fascinating Cities of the Dead. the home of Elvis Presley while at the National Civil Rights Perhaps book an airboat swamp tour or a dinner cruise Museum you can see where Dr Martin Luther King resided New Orleans 3 nights ~ Vacherie 1 night aboard the Steamboat Natchez which travels along the and was then assassinated. Lafayette 1 night ~ Natchez 1 night ~ Vicksburg 1 night mighty Mississippi River. Day 10 Memphis/Nashville: Drive to your final Day 4 New Orleans/Vacherie: Collect your hire car destination on this fascinating tour, big-hearted Nashville Memphis 2 nights ~ Nashville 3 nights and set off for Baton Rouge, the Louisiana state capital, (212 miles). which is set along the Mississippi. Sights include the Old Days 11-12 Nashville: Two full days to explore the State Capitol building, the Louisiana State Capitol and undisputed capital of country music. Kick off your Nashville the Magnolia Mound Plantation. Continue to your home experience at the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, for the evening, Oak Alley Plantation, which is a powerful take a tour of Music Row and visit historic RCA Studio B. testimony to the rich history of the antebellum south. Set Other attractions include The Hermitage, the home of within 25 acres, you can explore the “Big House”, see the President Andrew Jackson while in Centennial Park there’s Slavery Exhibit, the Blacksmith Shop, enjoy the fantastic a wonderful art gallery and museum. grounds and much more (81 miles). Day 13 Nashville: Return your car at the airport where Day 5 Vacherie/Lafayette: A short drive brings you the tour concludes with your onward journey. to Lafayette, which is at the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun Nashville & Creole Country. You may wish to explore some of Downtown Lafayette’s museums or explore Vermilionville, What you need to know a 23 acre historic and folklife park that promotes the cultural resources of the Acadian, Native American and Departures: Daily. Creole people (60 miles). Accommodation: 3# Wyndham New Orleans; Day 6 Lafayette/Natchez: Travel north into the 3# Oak Alley Plantation, Vacherie; 3# DoubleTree by neighbouring state of Mississippi and to the little town of Hilton, Lafayette; 3# Hotel Vue, Natchez; 2#PLUS Corners Natchez. Founded in 1716, it was an important port in the Mansion Inn, Vicksburg; 4# Guest House at Graceland, heyday of the cotton trade and as a result the town has Memphis; 3# Best Western Plus Music Row, Nashville. many beautiful mansions and estates, several of which are Meals: Room only. Breakfast included in Baton Rouge, open to the public (135 miles). Natchez, Vicksburg and Nashville. Day 7 Natchez/Vicksburg: Drive further north to Tour price: The price shown is based on the best value travel Vicksburg, a remarkable river city which is perhaps best dates in low season and includes international flights to New known for the role that it played in the Civil War. Learn Orleans and from Nashville, accommodation and 10 days more at the Vicksburg National Military Park or, you may fHulalynicnoccluksSivhea4kedroVoilrlacgoem, pMaactsscaacrhhuisre.tts wish to tour one of the many antebellum mansions within the town. This evening, you may want to try and hit the 58 Southern States jackpot at one of the world-class casinos (72 miles). Memphis prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

SELFDRIVE TOUR Chattanooga £174914 night self-drive tour from pp Six State Southern Explorer Nashville Asheville CNaroorltihna Tennessee CaSoroultihna Self-drive tour Chattanooga Southern hospitality and charm•atmospheric cities filled with music and history•stunning scenery Day 1: Fly to Nashville. On arrival make your way to your Day 10 Savannah/Macon: Drive west to Macon, a city Alabama Macon Charleston hotel. rich in history, incredible architecture, stunning Southern Montgomery Day 2 Nashville: Heralded as the undisputed capital of charm and a soulful musical heritage (166 miles). Georgia country music, Nashville’s creative vibe is deep-rooted Day 11 Macon/Montgomery: Continue west and drive Savannah and extends throughout the city to art, culture and food. to Montgomery, the capital of Alabama (185 miles). Attractions include the Country Music Hall of Fame, Music Day 12 Montgomery: Regarded as the birthplace of Atlantic Row, the Ryman Auditorium - where you can even record the Civil Rights Movement, as the King Memorial Baptist Ocean your own song, and the Grand Ole Opry, where you may church in Dexter Avenue was where Dr Martin Luther King be able to catch a performance. was pastor from 1954-1960. See and learn more at the New Orleans Day 3 Nashville/Chattanooga: Collect your hire car Civil Rights Memorial Centre or at the Alabama State and drive south through Tennessee to Chattanooga, Archives and History Museum. Nashville 2 nights ~ Chattanooga 1 night a town immortalised in song thanks to the popular Day 13 Montgomery/New Orleans: Travel onwards Asheville 2 nights ~ Charleston 2 nights ‘Chattanooga Choo Choo’ hit. See the original railroad into Louisiana and the wonderful city of New Orleans station dating from 1909 and perhaps take a ride on a (311 miles). Savannah 2 nights ~ Macon 1 night railcar up to the Lookout Mountain, scene of a Civil War Day 14 New Orleans: A stroll around the atmospheric Montgomery 2 nights ~ New Orleans 2 nights battle (133 miles). French Quarter is not to be missed, which includes Day 4 Chattanooga/Asheville: Head north east today Bourbon Street and Jackson Square. The Garden District is into North Carolina and Asheville, which is the gateway also worthy of exploration and you may also wish to take to the spectacular Great Smoky Mountains National Park a trip on a steamboat along the might Mississippi River. (226 miles). Day 15 New Orleans: Your tour concludes as you return Day 5 Asheville: For lovers of the great outdoors, there your car at the airport for your onward journey. are numerous trails and paths within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, offering up amazing vistas. French Quarter, Charleston Within the town itself, is the impressive Biltmore Estate, home to the Vanderbilts, which has 250 rooms and What you need to know encompasses four acres! Day 6 Asheville/Charleston: Drive towards the coast of Departures: Daily. South Carolina and the beautiful city of Charleston (268 Accommodation: 3# Best Western Plus Music Row, miles). Nashville; 3# The Chattanoogan; 3# DoubleTree Hilton Day 7 Charleston: Tour the city by horse-drawn carriage Biltmore/Asheville; 4# Francis Marion Hotel, Charleston; before strolling through the French Quarter and then head 3# Best Western Plus Savannah Historic District; 3# Best for the City Market, which serves as a hub for shopping, Western Riverside Inn, Macon; 3# Hampton Inn & Suites, sampling and socialising. Art lovers can browse galleries Montgomery; 3# Wyndham French Quarter, New Orleans. throughout the city while foodies can indulge in authentic Meals: Room only. Breakfast included in Nashville, Savannah Southern fare. (continental breakfast), Macon and Montgomery Day 8 Charleston/Savannah: Drive onwards into Tour price: The price shown is based on the best value Georgia and Savannah, the oldest city in the state and the travel dates in low season and includes international flights, location of one of the largest National Historic Landmark accommodation and 13 days fully inclusive compact 4 door districts in the USA (150 miles). car hire. Day 9 Savannah: Explore this beguiling city which brims with Old World glamour and romance, antebellum Southern States 59 mansions and magnolia trees, horse-drawn carriages and ships sailing up the river. Don’t miss the 24 historic squares including Johnson Square and Reynolds Square, while River Street is a great place to stroll with its array of restaurants, shops and galleries. Savannah visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk

ESCORTED TOUR Riverfront Promenade, Savannah Virginia £254911 night escorted coach tour from Nashville pp Gone with the Wind Escorted coach tour Memphis Tennessee Southern hospitality•hear the sounds of the South•sprawling plantations Atlanta CaSoroultihna Day 1: Fly to Atlanta. On arrival make your own way to Day 7 Tallahassee/New Orleans: Travel along your hotel, where you meet your tour escort. Florida’s panhandle to Pensacola, known for its miles of Mississippi Day 2 Atlanta: Morning city tour during which you’ll Gulf shoreline. Next up is Mobile, Alabama, one of the learn about one of its most famous residents, Margaret most important ports along the Gulf Coast. Arrive New Alabama GeorgiaCharleston Mitchell, author of Gone with the Wind. This afternoon, Orleans in the evening, where you are free to set out and Savannah visit the Road to Tara Museum and Stately Oaks Plantation explore. There is also an option to join a Riverboat Dinner which was the inspiration for the book. See memorabilia Cruise (additional expense). Natchez from the film including costumes worn by the stars Clark Day 8 New Orleans: Explore this wonderful city at Gable and Vivien Leigh. In the evening, enjoy a welcome leisure. Take a stroll around the atmospheric French Tallahassee reception which will give you the chance to meet your Quarter where trademark wrought iron balconies overlook fellow travellers. the narrow cobblestone streets and the sounds of jazz are New Orleans Day 3 Atlanta/Charleston: Head west to Augusta, the never far away. second oldest city in Georgia and home to the prestigious Day 9 New Orleans/Natchez: Travel to Baton Rouge Atlanta 2 nights ~ Charleston 2 nights Masters golf tournament. Arrive in Charleston late this for a brief city tour. Continue via the historic Natchez Savannah 1 night ~ Tallahasse 1 night afternoon. The evening is free for you to explore or enjoy Trace Parkway to Natchez the oldest European settlement New Orleans 2 nights ~ Natchez 1 night a leisurely dinner. on the Mississippi. Visit an antebellum home and learn Memphis 1 night ~ Nashville 1 night Day 4 Charleston: Begin with a locally guided tour of about the wealthy 19th century millionaire owners. Charleston before an afternoon at leisure. Take some time Day 10 Natchez/Memphis: Head to Memphis, a large to walk the streets of Charleston’s meticulously preserved river port known as the “Home of the Blues”. A brief city historic district. Natural disasters, the Revolutionary War tour includes lively Beale Street. Later, you may wish to and the Civil War all took its toll on this beautiful city, yet take an optional tour to Graceland (additional cost). it stands out as an historic gem of the South. Alternatively, Day 11 Memphis/Nashville: Continue to the Country you may wish to take an optional excursion to historic Music capital of Nashville. Attractions include the Grand Boone Hall Plantation with its famous Avenue of the Oaks. Ole Opry, Ryman Auditorium and studios near Music Row. The property has appeared in numerous films, including Day 12 Nashville/Atlanta: Head to Chattanooga, home “North and South” (additional expense). to the famous “Choo Choo”, and which has received Day 5 Charleston/Savannah: Travel further south national recognition for the renaissance of its beautiful to Savannah, stopping en route on Port Royal Island downtown and redeveloped riverfront. This afternoon, and Beaufort. Afternoon arrival in Savannah, once the continue to Atlanta where your tour concludes. world’s largest cotton port. The Civil War destroyed much New Orleans of Georgia, but Savannah was spared, so numerous buildings around the tree-shaded squares are hundreds of What you need to know years old. Many of the buildings are very well preserved and some are open to the public. Enjoy an historic old Departures: Tour departs on specific dates between town trolley tour to learn more about the fascinating history 04 May-28 Sep 19. Please ask for details. of the Antebellum residences. Accommodation: In 3# hotels. Day 6 Savannah/Tallahassee: Drive south along Meals: Room only. the coast passing cites rich in history and charm. In the Tour price: The price shown for this ATI tour is based afternoon you will enter Florida, stopping in the charming on the best value travel dates in low season and includes city of St Augustine, which was founded in 1565 by international flights to and from Atlanta, services of a tour Spanish explorers. It is the oldest continuously occupied gHuaidnec,oscikghSthseaekienrgVaillsaoguet,liMneadssaancdhu1s1e tntsights accommodation. European established city and port within the continental USA. Continue to Tallahassee, one of the country’s smaller, quieter capitals with oak lined streets and soft hills surrounding the city. Boone Hall Plantation, Charleston 60 Southern States prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

AMERICAN QUEEN STEAMBOAT Inside stateroom £319910 night river cruise & stay from J.M. White Dining Room pp New Orleans to Memphis What you need to knowThe Spa River cruise & Stay The grand American Queen is the largest steamboat ever built and epitomises the grace and Memphis Mississippi River TenneRsisveeer grandeur that made river cruising a cherished American tradition for more than two centuries. There are six decks featuring a lounge, library, small swimming pool, gym, spa, restaurants and bar. Enjoy Arkansas River acclaimed entertainment worthy of Broadway, daily lectures and country club casual ambience. Greenville Day 1: Fly to New Orleans. On arrival you will be met Day 5 Natchez, Mississippi: This charming river town Vicksburg and transferred to your hotel. was first inhabited by Natchez Indians and French Day 2 New Orleans/American Queen: Enjoy further explorers who shared the land. It was founded in 1716, Natchez time for sightseeing before boarding the American Queen making it the oldest city on the Mississippi and is known St Francisville for an early evening departure. for its elegance, hospitality and impressive preservation of Day 3 Nottoway, Louisiana: Nottoway is the South’s history. Enjoy the unique shops, restaurants, museums and Nottoway New Orleans largest, most glorious remaining Antebellum mansion with historical houses as you explore the beautiful downtown a rich history dating back to 1859. In a fabulous location areas. Sights include Rosalie Mansion, William Johnson Gulf of Mexico along the great River Road overlooking the Mississippi House Museum, Magnolia Hall and Stanton Hall. River, this ‘white castle’ of the South transports visitors Day 6 Vicksburg, Mississippi: Discover a unique New Orleans 1 night ~ American Queen 7 nights back to an era of glory and grandeur. Enjoy a tour of this blend of old and new from National Historic Landmarks fascinating mansion which flaunts 64 bedrooms and then to the Waterways Experiment Station and enjoy the Memphis 2 nights perhaps stroll through the lush grounds and gardens. sweeping river views. Billed as the “Red Carpet City of Day 4 St Francisville, Louisiana: This historical the South,” Southern hospitality is at its best. Today there Departures: Tour departs on specific dates. Please ask for quaint town located on the bluffs of the Mississippi has is a hop-on-hop-off tour included with sights including the details. over 140 buildings on the National Register, beautiful shopping district, Old Court House Museum and the Lower plantation homes nestled in the rolling countryside and Mississippi River Museum. Accommodation: 4# hotels in New Orleans and Memphis; bustling Main Street shops. Walk along Royal Street, visit Day 7 Greenville, Mississippi: Located on the banks of inside stateroom has TV, en suite shower and toilet. Old Market Hall, Grace Episcopal Church and the West Lake Fergusson, Greenville is a short drive to Indianola, Feliciana Historical Society Museum. the birthplace of BB King and many other Blues singers. Meals: Breakfast in New Orleans and Memphis hotels. The hop-on-hop-off tour includes stops at Greenville Full board on the American Queen including wine and beer History Museum, 1927 Flood Museum and Trop Casino. at dinner, and snacks throughout the day. Day 8 Scenic river cruising: Relax on deck during a leisurely day on board. It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy Tour price: The price shown is based on the best value the many activities that are available on board, or perhaps travel dates in low season and includes international flights book an indulgent, stress-relieving massage in the spa? to New Orleans and return from Memphis, 1 pre night in Day 9 Memphis, Tennessee: Disembark this morning New Orleans, 7 nights in an inside stateroom on the American and set off through the streets of Memphis to Beale Street Queen, 2 post-nights in Memphis, post cruise excursions as for a walking tour with a local musician. Continue to Elvis outlined, complimentary hop-on-hop-off shore excursions in Presley’s former home, Graceland where you have time to each port of call, transfers between the airport, port and hotels. explore the many exhibits. Transfer your hotel. Day 10 Memphis, Tennessee: Today you have an escorted walking tour which includes the historic Peabody Hotel and the famous Peabody Duck Parade. An Attraction Pass is also included which gives admission to Sun Studio, the Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum and the National Civil Rights Museum. Day 11 Memphis: Chance for final sightseeing or shopping before your transfer to the airport where your tour ends. visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk Southern States 61

Louisiana, Mississippi, Louisville Lexington Tennessee & Kentucky Clarksville Kentucky Memphis Nashville Great Smoky Tennessee Mountains Chattanooga Mississippi Vicksburg Louisiana Jackson Natchez Baton Rouge Lafayette Biloxi New Orleans Oak Valley Plantation, Louisiana Getting there: New Orleans is 10 hours flight and Nashville is 9 hours from the UK, while Memphis is 12 hours with one stop. Best time to go: A subtropical climate sees very hot and humid summers and cool winters. Spring and autumn herald pleasantly warm days and cool nights. Scenery, history and seductive flavours all come together in these four fascinating southern states. Whether you want a self-drive tour, river cruise along the mighty Mississippi, or to create your own itinerary, there’s a feast of sights, sounds and good ol’ Southern hospitality awaiting you. New Orleans may well draw you towards Mississippi is the birthplace of America’s music, Also in the region is Dolly Parton’s Dollywood Louisiana but the state capital of Baton Rouge is home of literary and artistic legends, while also the Theme Park, where along with 40 rides and also worth a visit. There’s interactive museums, cradle of the civil rights movement and civil war attractions there’s award-winning entertainment, such as the Old Governor’s Mansion and battleground. Drive the historic and scenic Natchez festivals and more. In Chattanooga, discover Capitol Park Museum, but Baton Rouge is Plantation Country. A tour of one or more of Trace Parkway to see what inspired the characters, Lookout Mountain, Civil War history, an aquarium these elaborate antebellum mansions highlights and of course, the Chattanooga Choo Choo! what life was like at these domestic centres of places and events brought to life by the authors massive cotton, sugar cane and rice plantations. To discover more about Louisiana’s Cajun and like William Faulkner and John Grisham. Follow In Kentucky you will find the horse capital of the Creole culinary scene, then plot your route for Lafayette. This cultural oasis on the bayou the Mississippi Blues Trail, stand in a Mississippi world at Lexington, the birthplace of Abraham blends the contemporary sophistication of a cosmopolitan city with a unique heritage and Delta cotton field or walk among rows and rows of Lincoln and Muhammad Ali, the longest cave culture hard to find anywhere this side of Europe. soldiers’ graves at Vicksburg National Military Park. system in the world at Mammoth Cave and the In Tennessee, venture beyond Memphis and makers of 95% of the world’s Bourbon. The state Nashville to the Great Smoky Mountains National also hosts large music and food festivals while the great outdoors has diverse landscapes, large Park, renowned for its diverse flora and fauna, lakes and many national and state parks. beautiful ancient mountains and fascinating Southern Appalachian culture. Enhance your Stay Excursions perfectly enhance your holiday and offer excellent value. Prices are per person. French Quarter Walking Tour Steamboat Natchez Harbour Jazz Airboat Swamp Tour Graceland Elvis Experience with from £24 Cruise from £33 from £68 Airplanes from £57 Your guide brings the French Quarter to life Take a relaxing two hour cruise on the Experience the untamed side of New Orleans Visit the home of the ‘King’ and enjoy an during this two hour tour. Feel the French Steamboat Natchez along the Mississippi and on an airboat tour through Louisiana’s audio tour of the Graceland Mansion. Also influence of the city’s founder, embrace its discover New Orleans’ fascinating history to swamps. Covering over 20,000 acres of experience the music, movies and legacy architecture, courtyards, gardens, music and art. the accompaniment of a live jazz band. There’s tidewater cypress swamp and bayous, you’ll at the Elvis Presley’s Memphis Entertainment Amble through the French Market and Jackson a choice of sailing times and also the option be introduced to unique and diverse aquatic Complex. Available daily from Memphis Square and along the Mississippi. Available to include a lunch or dinner buffet (additional vegetation. Available daily from New Orleans except public holidays and Tuesdays Nov-Feb. daily from New Orleans. expense). Available daily from New Orleans. except public holidays. Nashville Music £A10tt9ractions Pass Memphis Music Attractions Pass Old TowfrnomTr£o3l5ley Tour Grand OfrloemO£p49ry Tickets from from £96 Immerse yourself in rock ‘n’ roll history with this Hop aboard the Nashville Old Town Trolley A night at the Grand Ole Opry is a Nashville Enjoy admission to four famous attractions: brilliant pass which offers admission to four to relive history and see all that Nashville has must-do. The Opry’s performances feature The Country Music Hall of Fame; Historic RCA attractions: Graceland; Rock n Soul Museum; to offer, all at your own pace. The journey is eight or more artists per show, giving Studio B; Ryman Auditorium; and the Johnny Stax Museum of American Soul Music; and fully narrated and you can visit more than 100 a sample of each artist’s musical style. Cash Museum. Available daily from Nashville Sun Studio. Available from Memphis on points of interest along the way. Available Available from Nashville on selected days. except Country Music Hall of Fame which is selected days. daily from Nashville. closed Tuesdays in Jan-Feb. 62 Southern States prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

NEW ORLEANS New Orleans Streetcars £9993 night independent tour from Jackson Square pp French Quarter New Orleans Highlights 3 night independent tour French Quarter walking tour•evening jazz cruise on the Mississippi•fascinating city and culture Day 1 New Orleans: On arrival transfer to your hotel. Day 4 New Orleans: Time for last minute sightseeing or Day 2 New Orleans: This morning join a French shopping before you transfer back to the airport for your Quarter walking tour for access to the mysteries of one of overnight flight to the UK. Alternatively, why not extend America’s oldest and most unique living neighbourhoods. your stay and explore more of the Deep South? Stroll along the Mississippi and feel the historical significance of following in the footsteps of countless What you need to know notable figures. Amble through the French Market and Jackson Square, then down the banquettes of quaint Departures: Daily. streets named for saints and sinners from the past. The Accommodation: 3# Wyndham New Orleans French afternoon is free for you to explore at leisure. This evening Quarter. be sure to return to the French Quarter and soak up the Meals: Room only except day 3 when dinner included. atmosphere of boisterous Bourbon Street. Tour price: The price shown is based on the best value travel dates in low season and includes return Day 3 New Orleans: At leisure to continue your international flights, return airport shuttle transfers, 3 nights explorations. Perhaps head to the historic Garden District accommodation as outlined, French Quarter walking tour with its well-preserved collection of antebellum mansions, and Steamboat Natchez jazz cruise with dinner. visit the New Orleans Museum of Art or take a ride on a New Orleans streetcar. This evening, hop aboard the authentic Steamboat Natchez for an exciting dinner and jazz cruise. Standard room from £58 from £68 Traditional room from £74 per person per night per person per night per person per night Wyndham New Orleans Maison Dupuy Hotel Monteleone French Quarter 4# New Orleans 3#PLUS New Orleans 3# New Orleans Situated at the bustling crossroads of Royal and Canal Enjoying a prime location in a quiet residential section It has been said that the French Quarter begins in the Streets, the Wyndham provides an ideal base to enjoy of the French Quarter, the Maison Dupuy offers lobby of the Hotel Monteleone, a venerable hotel the city with the historic streetcars right outside the spacious, comfortable rooms just two blocks from which sits at the foot of Royal Street. Step outside to door. The hotel has the Quarter’s only indoor heated Bourbon Street. There are many attractions within easy discover shop after shop, quaint restaurants as well pool, a fitness centre and a welcoming restaurant walking distance and the streetcar line is also just one as nearby Jackson Square, the Old French Market where local flavours can be savoured. All of the rooms block from the hotel. The courtyard features one of the and the Riverwalk. Within the property, the famous are warm and comfortable with many offer stunning largest heated swimming pools in the French Quarter, Carousel Bar & Lounge is a long-time favourite haunt views of the river or the New Orleans nightlife. with cabana beds for your relaxation. The restaurant and is the city’s only revolving bar. Guest rooms and bar has a lively atmosphere and offers a variety of feature traditional decor, with many boasting views of Features: 374 rooms•restaurant and bar•indoor swimming enticing local cuisine. the French Quarter. pool•fitness centre•free WiFi•valet parking Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, iPod Features: 200 rooms•restaurant and bar•swimming pool Features: 570 rooms•restaurant•bar•fitness centre•spa dock, iron & ironing board and safe. with cabanas•courtyard•free WiFi•valet parking services•valet parking Upgrade options: Larger deluxe rooms with seating area. Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, coffee Accommodation: In traditional rooms with TV, hairdryer, maker, iron & ironing board and safe. coffee maker, iron & ironing board, fridge and safe. Premier Plus Note: Two night minimum stay required on all Saturdays. Discounted rates: Dec 18-Mar 20 if you stay at least Southern States 63 5 nights. visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk

Nashville Nashville Grand Ole Opry 40 2 Johnny Cash Museum Fame 1 Country Music Hall of Centennial Park Belmont Mansion 65 Nashville International Airport Nashville Zoo Grassmere 24 1 BW Plus Music Row 2 Hotel Indigo Downtown & Thompson Nashville Getting there: Flying time from the UK to Nashville is around 9 hours non-stop. Best time to go: Fabulous any time of year. Expect mild weather during spring and autumn; lots of sunshine as well as high temperatures and humidity during summer; and cool to cold weather during the winter. Big-hearted Nashville, or ‘Music City USA’, is heralded as the undisputed capital of country music. The ever-present creative vibe and entrepreneurial spirit is deep rooted and extends throughout the city to the art, culture and food. Kick off your Nashville experience with a Alternatively, hear the stars of tomorrow at some The Hermitage was the home of President day at the Country Music Hall of Fame and of the small, intimate clubs all over Nashville, Andrew Jackson and is one of the largest, most Museum, which features ever-changing exhibits such as the famous Bluebird Café in Green Hills visited presidential homes in the United States. on the legends of country music past along and The Listening Room Café in downtown; or try There’s also Belmont Mansion, an Italianate with today’s hottest stars. Take a tour of Music the many clubs along the Honky Tonk Highway. Villa, constructed between 1849-1853, home of Row and visit historic RCA Studio B, the famous socialite Adelicia Acklen and her family, and one recording studio where Elvis recorded more Nashville’s art scene is booming with galleries, of the south’s most elaborate antebellum estates. than 200 songs or perhaps head to the Johnny festivals, art crawls and more. In Centennial Cash Museum. Backstage tours are available Park, you’ll find The Parthenon, a full-scale Nashville’s emerging culinary scene is also of the Ryman Auditorium or, try and catch a reproduction of the Athens Parthenon, with an art putting it on the gastronomic radar. From performance from the stars who regularly grace gallery and museum. There’s also the First Centre Southern fare to haute cuisine and literally the stage of the Grand Ole Opry. for the Visual Arts, the Wedgewood/Houston everything in between, Nashville’s palate offers galleries and downtown 5th Avenue art galleries. it all. Smart Choice King leisure room Standard room from £69 from £125 Neighbourhood view room from £179 per person per night per person per night per person per night BW Plus Music Row Hotel Indigo Nashville Thompson Nashville Downtown 3# Nashville 4# Nashville 3# Nashville Smart Choice - perfect for the budget-conscious Nestled between Music Row and the downtown honky with free breakfast and free parking Setting the beat in Printer’s Alley within downtown tonks that line Broadway, Thompson Nashville sits in Nashville, this former bank has retained hints of that The Gulch, one of the city’s best walkable areas. All of Situated less than a mile away from the historic heritage throughout. The location is convenient for the the luxury hotel rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows downtown district, this comfortable hotel resides in a Country Music Hall of Fame, entertainment district overlooking The Gulch and downtown Nashville and riverfront district and has a variety of attractions close and the Ryman Auditorium. Within the hotel, the feature a sleek decor and upscale furnishings. Where by, including the Bridgestone Arena and the Country District Bar & Kitchen serves locally inspired far while better to begin your evening than the rooftop bar for Music Hall of Fame. Rooms are bright and spacious the speakeasy-inspired lounge hosts local artists and cocktails or regional brews before heading to the hotel’s and the outdoor swimming pool is a wonderful place songwriters seven nights a week. Marsh House Restaurant for a seafood-focussed, Gulf- to cool off during the hot summer months. to-Gulch take on Southern cooking. Features: 161 rooms•restaurant & bar•lounge Features: 102 rooms•breakfast room•swimming pool •live entertainment•gym•lobby library•free WiFi Features: 224 rooms & suites•restaurant•bar•library (seasonal)•exercise room•free WiFi•free parking •valet parking •gym•in-room spa services•free WiFi•valet parking Accommodation: In king leisure rooms with TV, tea/coffee Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, maker, mini fridge, iron & ironing board and hairdryer. Accommodation: In neighbourhood view rooms with TV, fridge, microwave and tea & coffee making facilities. hairdryer, mini bar, iron & ironing board and safe. Upgrade options: Corner view rooms•suites. Premier Plus prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals! FREE daily breakfast. 64 Southern States

Memphis 40 Memphis RMoMcekumsnepuShmoisul 31 Park RNigahttisoMnaulsCeiuvmil Mud Island River Sun Studio Beale St Stax Museum of American Soul Music 240 2 55 Memphis International Airport Graceland 3 River Inn of Harbor Town 1 Crowne Plaza Memphis 2 Guest House at Graceland Graceland Getting there: Flying time from the UK to Memphis is around 12 hours with one stop. Best time to go: Spring and Autumn are considered the best months, with warm, sunny days. Summers see the temperatures soar along with the humidity, while winters, although brief, can be chilly and rainy. Perched above the mighty Mississippi, Memphis bustles with excitement and energy. It’s full of fun and unique things to do, see, taste and experience however, what’s sure to move your soul like few other places can is the city’s rich history and incredible musical heritage. At the heart of this musically rich city is iconic To learn about music pioneers visit Memphis At the National Civil Rights Museum at the Beale Street, the birthplace of the blues, where Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum while at Stax Museum of Lorraine Motel in Memphis, exhibits include the artists like WC Handy and BB King began American Soul Music, see where greats such as room in which Dr Martin Luther King Jr resided performing. Today the music and entertainment Otis Redding and Isaac Hayes launched their and where in 1968 he was assassinated. At the still pulse with three blocks of nightclubs, careers. historic Peabody Hotel in downtown Memphis, speciality shops, galleries and restaurants. don’t miss the daily ritual of the marching ducks, At nearby Sun Studio, you can take a guided Don’t leave Memphis without seeing Graceland, while at Mud Island River Park explore the tour and discover where a veritable roll call of home of Elvis Presley and the most famous rock ‘n’ Mississippi River Museum. music royalty began their recording careers, roll residence in the world. See the Jungle Room, including Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Pool Room and TV Room; see amazing stage The dining speciality in Memphis is barbecue Lewis and Roy Orbison. clothes and Grammy awards; and learn how his with over 100 tempting restaurants. There’s also revolutionary style and unique sound changed the Southern-style soul food, authentic Italian and face of popular music and culture forever. Mexican cuisine, burger joints, breweries and bars. Standard room from £49 Standard room from £79 Deluxe room from £139 per person per night per person per night per person per night Crowne Plaza Memphis The Guest House at River Inn of Harbor Downtown Graceland Town 3# Memphis 4# Memphis 4# Memphis Situated close to Beale Street, this recently renovated Located within beautifully landscaped grounds just The charm of the Old South meets the intimate style hotel is perfectly placed for enjoying the excitement of steps away from Graceland Mansion, The Guest of Europe and the rich history of Mud Island at this Memphis. Spacious, modern guest rooms provide all House reflects Elvis’ style and is a whole new way delightful hotel. Overlooking the Mississippi River and the comforts you need, Notes & Provisions Restaurant to experience Memphis. From the southern colonial near downtown Memphis the hotel features an inviting and Bar serves up authentic local flavours, while features to speciality themed suites every aspect of the lobby, dining options, charming accommodation, public areas offer both seclusion and a multitude of hotel has a touch of grace and a dash of rock ‘n’ roll. warm hospitality and panoramic views from the rooftop entertainment to suit every mood. Take a swim in the The hotel’s Delta’s Kitchen is the place to enjoy classic terrace. outdoor pool or get a quick workout before hopping Southern cooking, including delicious breakfast buffets on the free shuttle to the music clubs and restaurants on featuring contemporary versions of the King’s favourites! Features: 28 rooms•2 restaurants•rooftop bar•fitness Beale Street. room•library-style sitting area on each floor with early Features: 450 rooms and suites•2 restaurants•2 bars morning coffee•free WiFi•free parking Features: 230 rooms•restaurant & bar•weekly live •coffee shop•swimming pool•fitness centre•theatre entertainment•swimming pool•gym•art gallery•free with live performances and movies•shuttle to downtown Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer and shuttle to Beale Street and local area•free WiFi•parking Memphis/Beale Street•parking safe. Most rooms have a Mississippi River view. Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, tea/coffee Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, coffee maker, fridge, hairdryer, iron & ironing board and safe maker, fridge and iron & ironing board. Upgrade options: Larger deluxe rooms•superior rooms, most of which are corner rooms Upgrade options: Stylish one and two bedroom speciality themed suites, many with design overseen by Priscilla Presley. Premier Plus visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk FREE daily buffet breakfast. Southern States 65

LOUISIANA & MISSISSIPPI TOURING HOTELS from £59 from £68 from £79 per person per night per person per night per person per night DoubleTree by Hilton Hilton Capitol Centre Oak Alley Plantation 3# Lafayette 4# Baton Rouge 3# Vacherie Set on the banks of the Vermillion River, this striking This historic downtown hotel resides in the arts and This impressive antebellum house is located by hotel is just minutes from downtown and popular city entertainment district, adjacent to the Shaw Centre and the Mississippi River, between New Orleans and attractions. You’ll also find a host of bars, restaurants less than five minutes from the Louisiana State Capitol. Baton Rouge, behind a canopy of giant oak trees. and nightlife close by, or you may prefer to feast Guest rooms feature a decor reminiscent of the era Accommodation is in one of the cottages that lie within on Cajun cuisine at the hotel’s SoLA Restaurant and from which the hotel was built whilst featuring an the stately grounds and are both comfortable and well- unwind over drinks in Club 337. For your relaxation, array of modern amenities. The outdoor pool and sun appointed. While the restaurant may not be open for there’s a sparkling outdoor pool, a sun deck and deck overlook the Mississippi and provide a welcome dinner, you can arrange for a pre-prepared dinner to 24 hour fitness centre. Guest rooms feature rich spot to relax and unwind. The hotel also features a be brought to your cottage or, alternatively, a variety mahogany furniture and contemporary amenities to distinctive restaurant specialising in steaks and seafood of restaurants are within a 30 minute drive. ensure you feel right at home. should you decide not to step out and try one of many nearby inviting dining venues. Features: 8 cottages within the grounds•restaurant (open for Features: 327 rooms•restaurant•bar•swimming breakfast and lunch only)•free WiFi pool•sun deck•fitness centre•free WiFi•free parking Features: 291 rooms•restaurant•bar•swimming pool Accommodation: In one bedroom cottages with microwave, Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, •sun deck•fitness centre•free airport and local area shuttle coffee maker, hairdryer, fridge and iron & ironing board and coffee maker and iron & ironing board. •free WiFi•valet parking free WiFi. Most cottages also have a TV. Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, Upgrade options: Two bedroom cottages. coffee maker, iron & ironing board and safe. Upgrade options: River view rooms. Premier Plus FREE daily breakfast. Deluxe room from £99 from £69 Standard room from £48 per person per night per person per night per person per night Monmouth Historic Inn Corners Mansion Inn Hilton Garden Inn Downtown 3# Natchez 2#PLUS Vicksburg 3# Jackson Set in 26 acres of manicured gardens, this early Enjoy true Southern hospitality from Macy and Joe 19th century antebellum mansion is a National at their delightful bed and breakfast and discover the Built in 1923 as the King Edward Hotel, this historic Historic Landmark. Reflecting all that is charming elegance and relaxing life within a true mansion of Mississippi landmark is located in the historic district about the South, expect gracious hospitality, beautiful the Old South. What could be better than to sit back of downtown Jackson and is close to many top accommodation, excellent cuisine, historic tours of on a high back rocking chair on the veranda whilst attractions, including the Governor’s Mansion and the house and a lovingly restored garden. With an savouring the magical sunsets over the Mississippi and State Capitol. A myriad of restaurants and bars are ambience reminiscent of a bygone age, the rooms and Yazoo River Valley. The lush gardens are beautiful and within walking distance or you may opt to dine at suites are individually decorated and available either are planted with annual flowers that bloom all year the hotel’s King Edward Grill, which is known for in the main house or in one of seven outbuildings. long. its creative southern cuisine. Guest rooms are well- appointed urban retreats with all modern amenities to Features: 30 rooms and suites•restaurant (closed Mondays) Features: 13 rooms•breakfast room•parlour•library ensure a comfortable stay. •breakfast room•bar & study•free daily tours of the house •gardens and terrace•free WiFi•free parking •beautiful gardens•fishing•croquet•in-room massages Accommodation: In guest rooms with TV and antique Features: 186 rooms•restaurant•bar•coffee shop •free access to nearby fitness centre•free WiFi furnishings. Some rooms have whirlpool baths, gas-burning •indoor swimming pool•fitness room•free WiFi•valet Accommodation: In deluxe rooms, located within the grounds fireplaces and private porches. parking and gardens, with TV, hairdryer and iron & ironing board. Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, Premier Plus microwave, coffee maker and fridge. Premier Plus FREE daily breakfast. FREE daily breakfast. FREE daily hors d’oeuvres: 5.30-7pm in the study prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals! 66 Southern States

TENNESSEE & KENTUCKY TOURING HOTELS Standard room from £79 Standard room from £29 Standard room from £44 per person per night per person per night per person per night The Chattanoogan Best Western Plaza Inn Hilton Garden Inn Downtown 3# Chattanooga 3# Pigeon Forge 3# Gatlinburg Located in the heart of downtown Chattanooga Conveniently located just a trolley ride away from with spectacular views of Lookout Mountain, this Dollywood Theme Park and within walking distance of Set at the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains lovely hotel is also within walking distance of many Dixie Stampede dinner show theatre, this comfortable National Park, yet also conveniently located within top attractions, including museums, art galleries hotel is also situated at the foothills of the Great Smoky walking distance to all the attractions the city has to and the Tennessee Aquarium. There are also lots Mountains National Park. Once you’ve soaked up the offer. For lovers of the great outdoors there’s hiking, of eateries close by however The Chattanoogan breathtaking views, hiked the trails and enjoyed the fun golf courses, white water rafting and more to be has a choice of outstanding restaurants which are attractions, you’ll also find great brand name shopping enjoyed, while at the hotel there’s an inviting pool and popular with residents and locals alike. Along with at the Five Oaks Tanger Outlet which is only a short courtyard fire pit overlooking Little Pigeon River. relaxing accommodations, there’s a lovely indoor drive away. Guest rooms are spacious and welcoming with the swimming pool and a tranquil spa offering a variety of option to make your own snacks using the microwave rejuvenating treatments and packages. Features: 201 rooms•breakfast room•3 swimming pools and fridge. (one indoor, two outdoor)•free WiFi•free parking Features: 198 rooms•2 restaurants•bar•cafe•indoor Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, fridge, Features: 118 rooms•restaurant•bar•snack shop•indoor swimming pool•steam and sauna rooms•fitness centre microwave, tea & coffee makers and iron & ironing board. salt water swimming pool•gym•free WiFi•free parking •spa•free WiFi•valet parking Upgrade options: Mountain view rooms. Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, mini Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker and iron & ironing board. fridge, iron & ironing board and tea & coffee makers. Premier Plus FREE daily breakfast. Deluxe room from £84 Standard room from £75 Standard room from £53 per person per night per person per night per person per night The Brown Hotel Hilton Downtown Hampton Inn & Suites 3# Louisville 3# Lexington 3# Paducah A Louisville landmark since 1923, The Brown is a blend Located in the heart of beautiful downtown Lexington, This family-friendly hotel is part of Quilt City USA of Old World elegance and modern day comfort. the Hilton is connected to Rupp Arena and close to the where old-world crafts, a charming downtown, brick Now nearing its centennial, The Brown reflects the rich Keeneland Racecourse, whilst also attached by skywalk sidewalks and vintage paddlewheel steamboats are heritage and Southern gentility that have made Louisville to Lexington’s best shopping, dining and attractions. Being regular sights. Local attractions include the historic a hot spot for bluegrass enthusiasts, bourbon drinkers, a high rise property, there are also beautiful views of Market House Square for dining, shopping and equestrians and Derby Day revellers. Enjoying a prime downtown Lexington and Triangle Park. Leisure amenities learning about the history of the area. A complimentary location with easy access to many attractions along include a lovely indoor pool and well-equipped fitness hot breakfast ensures your day gets off to the best with dining venues and shops. Rooms and suites are centre while guest rooms are beautifully decorated and start and at the end of each day there are a host of stylish sanctuaries, which have recently been updated to invite relaxation. restaurants nearby. enhance the historic grandeur. Features: 367 rooms•restaurant•bar•indoor swimming Features: 108 rooms•breakfast room•gym•indoor Features: 293 rooms & suites•2 restaurants•bar•fitness pool•fitness centre•parking swimming pool•whirlpool•free WiFi•free parking centre•use of nearby athletic club with indoor pool Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, tea/ Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, coffee •complimentary transportation to downtown attractions coffee maker and iron & ironing board. maker and iron & ironing board. •free WiFi•parking Upgrade options: Larger deluxe rooms. Accommodation: In deluxe rooms with TV, hairdryer, tea/ coffee maker, iron & ironing board and safe. visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk Premier Plus FREE daily breakfast. Southern States 67

The Carolinas, Nashville CNaroorltihnaWinRsatolenig-Shalem Georgia & Alabama Great Smoky Mountains Charlotte Tennessee Huntsville South Birmingham Atlanta Carolina Alabama Augusta Myrtle Beach Macon Charleston Montgomery Georgia Hilton Head Island Savannah Florida Charleston, South Carolina Getting there: Raleigh is around 8½ hours flying time while Charlotte and Atlanta are about 9 hours from the UK. Flights to Charleston or Birmingham take around 12 hours with one stop, although a non-stop flight will be available to Charleston from April 19. Best time to go: The Southern States generally have a subtropical climate, which brings very hot and humid summers and cool winters. Spring and autumn are seasons of pleasantly warm days and cool nights. Spectacular national parks, historic treasures, a mild climate, wide sandy beaches, championship golf courses, activities galore and fun-filled events year-round are just some of the reasons to visit North & South Carolina, Georgia and Alabama. In North Carolina urban delights await you in Regarded as the centre for entertainment in the Alabama is awash with history, from the Civil Charlotte and Raleigh while in Winston-Salem, South, Atlanta has a host of must-see attractions War battlefields and beautiful antebellum colonial history comes alive at Historic Bethabara and experiences. Also in and around Atlanta mansions of a bygone era to the Civil Rights Park. In Outer Banks see where the Wright you can discover the history and legacy behind struggles of the 20th century. The cities of brothers took flight and if time allows, take in the one of the world’s most beloved novels through Birmingham and Montgomery became focal natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains the Gone With the Wind Trail. points in the Civil Rights era and you can find out National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway. more at the Rosa Parks Museum in Montgomery Nestled centrally in Georgia is Macon, a city or at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. Charleston, in South Carolina, is one of the rich in history, incredible architecture, stunning The high-tech city of Huntsville, or Rocket City world’s most beautiful cities with an historic Southern charm and a soulful musical heritage. as it’s also known, has historic architecture, downtown district and enviable restaurant scene. fascinating neighbourhoods and the incredible Nearby are the sandy shores and superb golf Savannah is Georgia’s oldest city and the US Space & Rocket Centre. courses of Hilton Head Island and Myrtle Beach. location of one of the largest National Historic Landmark Districts in the USA. Enhance your Stay Excursions perfectly enhance your holiday and offer excellent value. Prices are per person. Gone wfroitmh£t1h7e Wind AtlanftroamC£i6ty8PASS US Space & Rocfrkomet£C27entre Admission Discover the setting and history behind Margaret Mitchell’s classic Visit five famous attractions for one low price: the Georgia Your ticket includes access to historic Shuttle Park, Rocket Park “Gone with the Wind”. Taking in the Road to Tara Museum, a Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola and CNN Studio Tours, then and all indoor exhibit areas, such as the main museum atrium minibus tour of Jonesboro, a costume gallery, behind the scenes there’s the choice of either the Fernbank Museum or Natural and the Davidson Centre for Space Exploration. Guided photos and much more, this tour is sure to satisfy both casually History or College Football Hall of Fame and Chick-fil-A Fan tours of the Saturn V Hall are also included. Available daily in curious and die-hard Gone with the Wind fans. Available Mon- Experience, and of either Zoo Atlanta or Center of Civil and Huntsville, Alabama excluding public holidays. Sat from Atlanta excluding public holidays. Human Rights. Available daily. NASCAR Hall of Fame Admission Old South Charleston Carriage Tour Savannah Old Town Trolley from £15 from £27 from £28 Obtain a unique insight into the 300-plus year history of A wonderful hop-on-hop-off tour which allows you to tour at The NASCAR Hall of Fame is an interactive entertainment attraction Charleston as you travel along the cobblestone streets in your own pace. Some of the stops include Davenport House, honouring the history and heritage of NASCAR. The high-tech a horse-drawn carriage. The 50-60 minute tour covers 30 River Street, the lovingly-restored City Market, the shady, moss- venue, designed to educate and entertain race fans and non-fans blocks of the historic district allowing you to view landscaped covered Colonial Park Cemetery where you can find the graves alike includes artefacts, hands-on exhibits, state-of-the-art theatre, gardens, antebellum mansions, churches and other treasured of many Revolutionary War soldiers, and the Cathedral of St Hall of Honour, restaurant, shops and broadcast studio. Available landmarks. Available daily from Charleston excluding 25 Dec. John. Available daily from Savannah daily in Charlotte. 68 Southern States prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

CAROLINAS, GEORGIA & ALABAMA SIDE TRIPS Great Smoky Mountains National Park Historical downtown, Charleston £3994 night self-drive tour from Asheville £4493 night self-drive tour from pp pp Charleston & Savannah Great Smoky Mountains 4 night self-drive side trip 3 night self-drive side trip cities full of Southern charm•step back in time•explore at your leisure incredible natural scenery•Blue Ridge Parkway•Asheville’s urban delights Charleston 2 nights ~ Savannah 2 nights Asheville 3 nights Day 1 Atlanta/Charleston: Collect your hire car and set off on your journey east to the Day 1 Charlotte/Asheville: Collect your car and head west to the wonderfully diverse coast and the charming city of Charleston. With its historic downtown, second-to-none Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which straddles the border between North restaurant scene, beautiful oceanfront resorts and enduring cultural roots, Charleston is a Carolina and Tennessee. World-renowned for its plant and animal life, the beauty of haven for history buffs and beachgoers alike. its ancient mountains and the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain Day 2 Charleston: At leisure to explore this well-preserved Southern belle. Take a walk culture, this is America’s most visited national park. Your home for the next three nights is back in time through the Historic District or perhaps opt for a ride in a horse-drawn the historic Omni Grove Park Inn, which sits amidst the beauty of Asheville. carriage. You’ll see magnificent historic homes, churches, boutique shops, galleries and, at Day 2 Asheville: Perhaps enjoy some of the hotel’s amenities which include an amazing the heart of the district, is the Charleston City Market. Other attractions include Waterfront spa, a sports complex with an indoor fitness centre and family pool along with a seasonal Park, the South Carolina Aquarium, Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, Fort Sumter National outdoor pool, a legendary 18 hole golf course and six tennis courts. The Great Smoky Monument and Middleton Place Plantation. Mountains National Park is around 35 miles from the hotel, so you’re within easy reach Day 3 Charleston/Savannah: Time for some final sightseeing before you drive south of the fabulous hiking and cycling trails, fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities. Your across the border to Georgia and the lovely coastal city of Savannah. hardest decision will be which trail to opt for, so consider what you would like to see, be it Day 4 Savannah: At leisure. We recommend you start your explorations in the Historic waterfalls, old-growth forests or jaw-dropping views. If you have children with you, there District, with its cobbled streets, manicured gardens and oak-shaded parks. Here, more are several family-friendly routes which ensure all ages can enjoy the great outdoors. than 20 city squares are filled with museums, churches, mansions, monuments and famous Day 3 Asheville: We highly recommend taking a drive along part of the Blue Ridge forts of the Revolutionary and Civil War eras. Also not to be missed is River Street, a Parkway, which connects The Great Smoky Mountains National Park to the Shenandoah glittering multi-faceted gem along the broad Savannah River, with century-old buildings National Park in Virginia. The route stretches for some 469 miles, however it’s possible to that are filled with distinctive boutiques, spectacular galleries, fabulous restaurants and explore just a few miles and find yourself amongst stunning vistas, mountain meadows, old quaint brew pubs. Another hub of activity is City Market, particularly after dark, with its farms, historic attractions and diverse flora and fauna. Perhaps make a stop in downtown casual and upscale restaurants, speciality shops and lively nightlife scene. Asheville and stroll through its vibrant entertainment hub, which brims with independent Day 5 Savannah/Atlanta: All too soon, it’s time tor return to Atlanta where your shops, craft breweries and farm-fresh eateries. tour concludes. Alternatively, extend your stay into Florida, head to the Great Smoky Day 4 Asheville/Charlotte: A final morning to enjoy more of the resort’s activities and Mountains or further explore the Deep South. amenities before you return to Charlotte and your tour concludes. Alternatively, continue to explore South Carolina or experience the music and culinary delights of Tennessee. What you need to know What you need to know Departures: Daily. Departures: Daily. Accommodation: 3# Francis Marion Hotel, Charleston (see page 71); Accommodation: 3# Omni Grove Park Inn (see page 71). 3# Best Western Plus Savannah Historic District, Savannah (see page 70). Meals: Room only. Meals: Room only. Tour price: The price shown is based on the best value travel dates in low season and includes Tour price: The price shown is based on the best value travel dates in low season and includes 3 nights accommodation as highlighted and 4 days fully inclusive compact 4 door car hire. 4 nights accommodation as highlighted and 5 days fully inclusive compact 4 door car hire. visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk Southern States 69

GEORGIA & ALABAMA TOURING HOTELS Standard room from £69 from £99 Guest room from £65 per person per night per person per night per person per night Hilton Atlanta 1842 Inn BW Plus Historic District 4# Atlanta 3# Macon 3# Savannah In the heart of downtown Atlanta, the Hilton is within The guest rooms and public areas of the 1842 Inn This inviting hotel is infused with southern charm and walking distance of renowned attractions, premier reside within an antebellum house and adjoining enjoys a fabulous setting in the Historic District, within venues and an array of restaurants. Modern guest Victorian house that share a quaint courtyard and walking distance to exciting River Street and Factors rooms feature thoughtful amenities and space garden. Perfectly blending the amenities of a grand Walk District. Also nearby is City Market where you’ll to recharge, while upper floor rooms also enjoy hotel and the ambience of a country inn, with fine discover numerous restaurants, shops and galleries. spectacular skyline views. Leisure facilities include a English antiques and paintings dotted throughout. Well-appointed guest rooms and a complimentary hot well-equipped gym and tennis court, there’s also a Enjoy your complimentary breakfast and newspaper breakfast will ensure you’re relaxed and ready for the choice of restaurants including a cafe for when you’re either in-room, in the breakfast parlour or the day ahead. in need of a quick bite, or award-winning fare at courtyard. Nikolai’s Roof - along with stunning panoramic views. Features: 89 rooms•breakfast room•swimming pool Features: 19 rooms•breakfast room•guest lounges, one •fitness centre•free WiFi•parking Features: 1,249 rooms•3 restaurants•2 bars•coffee with grand piano•library•wrap around veranda•garden Accommodation: In guest rooms with TV, mini fridge, tea/ shop•gym•tennis•parking and courtyard•free WiFi coffee maker and iron & ironing board. Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, mini fridge, Accommodation: In individually decorated rooms with TV coffee maker, hairdryer, iron & ironing board and safe. and hairdryer. Premier Plus Premier Plus FREE daily breakfast. FREE daily breakfast. FREE daily evening hors d’oeuvres: At hospitality hour. Standard room from £42 Bedroom of two room suite from £76 Standard room from £66 per person per night Embassy Suites per person per night per person per night BW Plus Madison- 3# Birmingham Hampton Inn & Suites Huntsville Downtown Set just minutes from downtown Birmingham and close 3# Huntsville to the zoo, botanical gardens and Civil Rights Institute. 3# Montgomery Plunge into the heated indoor swimming pool or enjoy From shopping to fine dining, the city is on the relaxing in the soothing whirlpool on the patio. Savour Located in downtown Montgomery, close to the doorstep of this comfortable hotel. With a free shuttle a unique dining experience at Ruth’s Chris Steak fascinating historic district along with lots of dining and within a five mile radius, you’ll also have no problem House, which serves a range of succulent steaks and shopping. Nearby attractions include the Civil Rights getting to see all the sights, including the US Space seafood. You’ll also discover spacious two room suites Memorial & Centre, the Confederate War Memorial & Rocket Centre, which is Alabama’s most visited featuring separate living and sleeping areas and a and the Selma to Montgomery National Historic attraction. Enjoy the swimming pool or fitness room balcony. Trail. Start the day with the complimentary breakfast before heading out for dinner or relaxing in your room. before heading out to explore and on your return, the spacious and well-appointed guest rooms provide Features: 164 rooms•restaurant•bar•swimming pool space to relax and recharge. •fitness room•free local shuttle with five mile radius •free WiFi•free parking Features: 242 suites•restaurant•bar•indoor swimming Features: 86 rooms•breakfast room•fitness centre Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, mini fridge and pool•gym•free parking •free WiFi•valet parking. microwave. Accommodation: In two room suites with spacious living Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, room, sofa bed, TV, mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker, coffee maker and iron & ironing board. hairdryer, iron & ironing board and balcony. Premier Plus Premier Plus Premier Plus FREE daily breakfast. FREE daily breakfast. FREE daily continental breakfast. 70 Southern States FREE daily evening drinks reception. prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

NORTH & SOUTH CAROLINA TOURING HOTELS from £69 Traditional room from £67 Oceanfront room from £59 per person per night per person per night per person per night Omni Oceanfront Francis Marion Hotel Hampton Inn & Suites Oceanfront 4# Hilton Head Island 4# Charleston 3# Myrtle Beach As part of the prestigious Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Built in 1924 and completely renovated in 1999, community, the Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront offers this 12-storey landmark hotel offers stunning views Situated directly on the beach, the Hampton Inn is also access to an 11 mile lagoon system perfect for of the city and harbour and is located in the heart just minutes from local attractions like Market Common, canoeing and kayaking. The resort also showcases of Charleston’s Historic District. The award-winning Broadway at the Beach, Coastal Grande Mall and the 26 tennis courts, three championship golf courses and Swamp Fox Restaurant & Bar overlooks Marion Sky Wheel. Sunbathe and swim in the two lazy rivers, a beautiful poolscape for all the family. In addition Square Park and along with classic Southern three outdoor and four indoor pools, or if in need of miles of sugar sand beaches await you and scenic cuisine, diners can also enjoy live jazz piano on some pampering, head to the spa. Spacious guest bike paths can also be explored. For those seeking some evenings. While modern amenities ensure rooms feature home comforts and a balcony. complete relaxation, the Ocean Tides Spa is a fantastic a comfortable stay, the sleek decor and historic escape with a full array of treatments. ambience hark back to the age of 1920’s grandeur. Features: 227 rooms•breakfast room•7 swimming pools (3 indoor)•2 lazy rivers•spa•fitness room•children’s Features: 323 suites•2 restaurants•2 bars Features: 235 rooms•restaurant•bar•coffee shop•fitness playground•free WiFi•parking •3 swimming pools (one for adults only)•jacuzzis centre•spa•free WiFi•parking Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, •children’s splash zone•fitness centre•spa•tennis Accommodation: In traditional rooms with TV, tea/coffee coffee maker, microwave, mini fridge and iron & ironing •3 golf courses•children’s camp (seasonal)•kayak and maker, hairdryer and iron & ironing board. board. canoe rentals•children’s playground•basketball and Upgrade options: Ocean view rooms•oceanfront rooms. volleyball court•parking Accommodation: In resort view studio suites with TV, sleeper Premier Plus sofa, hairdryer, coffee maker, fridge, microwave, safe and balcony. FREE daily breakfast. Deluxe room from £122 from £115 Deluxe room from £99 per person per night per person per night per person per night Hilton City Centre Omni Grove Park Inn Kimpton Cardinal 4# Charlotte 4# Asheville 4# Winston-Salem Ideally placed in Uptown Charlotte, close to the Guests at this wonderful mountain resort can look This gracious hotel is located downtown in the historic NASCAR Hall of Fame along with a shopping and forward to traditional Southern hospitality, rich R.J Reynolds building, who was the architectural muse dining complex. There is also a LYNX light rail stop just heritage, modern conveniences and an unmatched for the Empire State Building. The magnificent Art Deco outside the hotel offering you a convenient way to get setting amidst the beauty of Asheville. There are plenty entryway leads into a lavish social living room, an around this beautiful city. Guests enjoy complimentary of activities to keep both adults and children happy ideal spot to relax with a drink. The hotel is steps away access to the adjacent Childress Klein YMCA Health and active and some of the finest, locally sourced from fine art, local craft beer and eateries as well as Club, which features an Olympic-sized indoor pool restaurants, with the Blue Ridge Mountains as the the Old Salem Museum & Gardens. and a wide selection of modern fitness equipment. The backdrop. Stylish rooms with stunning views and plush hotel’s own restaurant, Coastal Kitchen, offers dishes bedding serve as a rejuvenating retreat when the day Features: 189 rooms•restaurant•bar•fitness centre made with locally sourced ingredients, handcrafted draws to a close. • recreation centre with bowling alley, basketball, ping pong cocktails and local craft beers. •in-room spa services•bicycle hire•parking Features: 513 rooms•6 restaurants•5 bars•outdoor Accommodation: In deluxe rooms with TV, yoga mat, Features: 400 rooms & suites•restaurant•bar•access pool (seasonal) and 2 indoor pools•subterranean spa hairdryer and iron & ironing board. to health club with indoor pool, exercise classes and fitness with relaxation pools, saunas, steam room and treatment centre•parking rooms•tennis•18 hole golf course•sports complex with Premier Plus Accommodation: In deluxe rooms with TV, hairdryer, mini racquetball, yoga and aerobics•children’s activities•parking fridge, coffee maker, iron & ironing board and safe. Accommodation: In resort view rooms with TV, hairdryer, FREE morning tea & coffee. coffee maker and mini fridge. Hosted evening wine hour: 5-6pm. visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk Southern States 71

Texas Cowboy culture meets urban sophistication in Texas, a state so big and diverse that it’s practically its own country. The landscape ranges from desert badlands and swimmable coastlines to lush mountains and sprawling prairies, while communities vary from the heights of world class cities packed with attractions to charming out-of-the-way towns. Why visit Texas? On the South Texas Gulf Coast, Corpus Christi Fort Worth brands itself as the City of Cowboys also has miles of beaches and bountiful things and Culture, with fascinating museums, art The Lone Star State offers a diverse range of to see and do. Touch a stingray at North Beach, galleries, concerts, theatres, a year-round rodeo bustling cities and attractive towns along with take a stroll along the beautiful bayfront or make and the world’s only twice-daily cattle drive. dramatic culture and unique experiences. Want history come alive aboard the USS Lexington. to be a cowboy? Head to a dude ranch in the Near-neighbour Dallas is famous for its heart of west Texas. A fan of history? Texas is full San Antonio is quite possibly Texas’s most contributions to popular culture - notably the of homes, buildings and churches dating back to beautiful and atmospheric city. Home to the Dallas Cowboys and their cheerleaders, and the 17th century. Alamo, which sits in an easy to reach downtown Dallas, the TV series that for a time was a plaza, and the Paseo del Rio (River Walk), a worldwide symbol of the USA. The city has Houston is arguably Texas’s most cosmopolitan festive place that winds through downtown and excellent museums and numerous memorials to city with visitors attracted to its world-class arts, where you’ll find boutique hotels, speciality President JFK’s assassination, while the massive top-notch museums and galleries, professional shops and alfresco dining. On the north western 68 acre Arts District is also impressive. sports and stylish dining scene. Just 30 minutes edge of town families are drawn to SeaWorld drive from the heart of Houston is one of the and Six Flags Fiesta theme parks. What better way to experience true Texas culture state’s most popular attractions, NASA’s Lyndon than with a stay at one of the state’s many B Johnson Space Center and Mission Control. Austin is a hub for music, comedy and film ranches. Don your Stetson and your boots, take making as well as a favourite foodie destination. a ride out on a breathtaking trail before a tasty The historic island of Galveston, 50 miles south of It’s also one of the fastest growing cities in the cook-out with singing around the campfire. Houston, is experiencing a beachside boom, with USA and Texas’s answer to Silicon Valley. world-class museums, entertainment and dining. The atmosphere is warm and friendly, while the beaches are inviting and seemingly go on forever. 72 Texas prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

Planning your holiday What you need to Know Big Bend National Park The prices All accommodation and tour lead-in prices shown are based on the best value travel dates in low season. Flight prices to the USA change constantly so call for today’s best available deals. Getting there Non-stop flights are available from the UK to Houston, Austin or Dallas/Fort Worth and take approximately 10½ hours. Best time to go Texas offers something for visitors all year long although the weather across the state does vary. The Gulf Coast experiences hot, humid summers and mild winters; the central and northern areas also have hot summers but colder winters; while along the Mexican border dry and hot conditions exist. Summer usually runs from April to October and winter from November to March. Flight upgrades Why not travel in style and upgrade to a higher class cabin, where you will benefit from greater comfort and space. Houston upgrade prices are: Premium economy from £449; business class from £1699 or first class from £1899 one way. It’s the perfect destination for… Explore more… This big, diverse state is ideal for everyone. If time allows and you would like to explore more Whether you want to explore bustling cities, relax of this vast state, then consider our self-drive tour beside Gulf Coast beaches or stay on a dude shown on page 74. ranch. Texas and beyond Classic Texas If Texas has whet your appetite for the Wild Consider a few days in the urban metropolis of West, continue your travels into the nearby Houston with time to visit the nearby Space Centre states of New Mexico or Arizona. If you enjoy before heading south to the beautiful beaches of the southern hospitality, and why wouldn’t you, Galveston Island. Alternatively, take in the scenic neighbouring Louisiana is ideally placed to beauty and historic attractions of San Antonio and combine with a stay in Houston. then enjoy some cowboy culture at the Dixie Dude Ranch in Bandera. Another option is to combine Alternatively, hop on a plane and spend a few the wonderful shopping and cultural delights of days relaxing on the picture-perfect beaches Dallas with the western beauty of the Wildcatter of Mexico’s Caribbean coast. Our Beaches Ranch in North Texas hill country. brochure has a great selection of hotels in Cancun and Rivera Maya. Dallas Texas Self-drive tour 74 Albuquerque Amarillo Oklahoma Memphis Texas ranch side trips 75 New Mexico Arkansas Houston 76 Fort Worth Dallas San Antonio 77 El Paso Texas Austin 78 Austin Houston Louisiana Dallas & Fort Worth 79 Big Bend NP New Orleans 6-7 See also San Antonio Galveston Car hire &, motorhomes Corpus Christi Gulf of Mexico EagleRider Motorcycles 8 Mexico Amtrak trains 9 visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk See page 128 for Texas Holiday Information Texas 73

SELFDRIVE TOUR Austin Oklahoma Arkansas £199912 night self-drive tour from exico Wildcatter Ranch pp Classic Texas Self-drive tour Dallas cosmopolitan cities brimming with attractions•Gulf of Mexico beaches•fantastic ranch activities Texas Day 1: Fly to Houston. On arrival collect your car and Day 9 Austin/Wildcatter Ranch: Leave behind the big LomDuaaikysei2yaoHnuorauwsatoynt:oAymoeurrichao’tself.ourth largest city brims with city and plot your course for the North Texas Hill Country, Austin Houston for a stay on a ranch (228 miles). world-class dining, arts, shopping and nightlife. Explore Day 10 Wildcatter Ranch: Reconnect with nature and the historic Heights, stroll the Museum District or head enjoy some fabulous outdoor activities, including a group San Antonio Galveston to fascinating Space Centre Houston (home to NASA’s trail ride, guided hikes, clay pigeon shooting and archery. Mission Control). There’s also an infinity edge pool overlooking the Brazos River where you can unwind. Mexico Day 3 Houston/Galveston: Perhaps shop at the Day 11 Wildcatter Ranch/Dallas: Bid farewell to the Galleria Mall before you set off for Galveston, a thin strip ranch and drive to Dallas (116 miles). of an island in the Gulf of Mexico. Here, you’ll find lots of Day 12 Dallas: Take advantage of free transportation Gulf of Mexico outdoor adventure activities including kayaking, deep-sea options throughout the city as you discover Dallas’ great fishing, golfing and more (53 miles). shopping, sports, museums and nightlife. There’s the Houston 2 nights ~ Galveston 2 nights Day 4 Galveston: Take a stroll down the historic Strand M-Line Trolly in Downtown or the D-Link DART free shuttle. San Antonio 2 nights ~ Austin 2 nights district for shopping, antique stores, art galleries, fabulous Wildcatter Ranch 2 nights ~ Dallas 2 nights entertainment and one of the USA’s largest and best- Alternatively, head to neighbouring Fort Worth where you preserved concentrations of Victorian architecture. Perhaps can stroll the historic stockyards and watch a live rodeo just opt to relax on the 32 miles of beach within easy (Friday and Saturday only). Why not tour by motorhome? reach of the city, or visit The Grand 1894 Opera House, Day 13 Dallas: Return your car at the airport for your which presents a year round schedule of performances onward journey. featuring stars of stage and screen. Day 5 Galveston/San Antonio: Before you head west towards San Antonio why not share the adventure of the high seas with a visit to the Texas Seaport Museum, home of the celebrated 1877 tall ship Elissa (247 miles). Day 6 San Antonio: Delve into the history and culture of this captivating city at the Alamo, see San Fernando Cathedral or head to the Tower of the Americas. Other £164912 night self-drive motorhome tour popular attractions include the San Antonio Zoo and from pp Aquarium, Six Flags Fiesta Texas and SeaWorld. In the Classic Texas is also available with a motorhome rather evening enjoy fantastic Tex-Mex cuisine and the nightlife than a car. The price shown includes return international along the magnificent River Walk. flights, one pre-night in Houston and a C25 motorhome for 12 days. Day 7 San Antonio/Austin: Explore the San Antonio See page 7 for motorhome options and details. Missions National Historical Park or admire the collections at the San Antonio Museum of Art. Alternatively, visit the spectacular Natural Bridge Caverns, the largest What you need to know commercial caves in Texas boasting more than 10,000 different stalactitic formations. Continue your journey with Departures: Daily a short drive to Austin (80 miles). Accommodation: 4# Royal Sonesta Galleria, Houston; Day 8 Austin: Along with more than 250 live music 4# Hilton Galveston Island; 4# Emily Morgan, San venues and a vibrant arts scene, Austin is home to a Antonio; 3# Hilton Garden Inn Downtown, Austin; ballet, world-class museums, great shopping and beautiful Wildcatter Ranch; 4# Warwick Melrose-Dallas. outdoor spaces. Spend the morning paddling on Lady Bird Meals: Room only. Breakfast at San Antonio & all inclusive Lake then stroll around the celebrated history museum; see at Wildcatter Ranch. the impressive State Capitol along with the Lyndon Baines Tour price: The price shown is based on the best value Johnson Library and Museum. Make time to also explore The Alamo, San Antonio travel dates in low season and includes international flights Austin’s diverse entertainment districts, from Downtown to to Houston and from Dallas, compact 4 door car with fully Sixth Street and Red River, where you’ll find a fabulous iHncaluncsiovcekinSshuarkaenrcVeilalangde,1M2 ansigsahctshuascecttosmmodation. selection of trendy shops, restaurants and, of course, live music venues. 74 Texas prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

TEXAS RANCH SIDE TRIPS £2 n3ig2hts9fropmp Dixie Dude Ranch Bandera JuKsat athnerhinoeuGr forrogme San Antonio, Dixie Dude Ranch is the perfect Western getaway to unwind, relax and enjoy dude ranch hospitality. Situated on 725 acres, this old-time working stock ranch was founded in 1901 and has maintained a truly authentic atmosphere with longhorn cattle, goats and pigs raised by real rodeoing cowboys. Embrace the romance of the Old West with trail rides, outdoor activities, hearty home-cooked Texan food and each night retire to a comfortable rustic lodge room. Features: 20 lodge rooms, cabins and cottages•indoor and Note: Minimum two night stay required. No Sunday check-in Typical room outdoor dining areas•ranch house with big screen TV and no alcohol is served, but you are welcome to bring your •swimming pool (closed Nov-Feb)•children’s pool•hot tub own. •horse riding•massage therapy•catch-and-release fishing •nature hiking•evening entertainment (except Sundays) All Inclusive - what’s included •basketball Accommodation: In Western-styled rooms or cottages/cabins Daily breakfast and lunch•daily dinner (except Sunday) with private bath or shower. Most rooms do not have a TV. •all meals are served with iced tea, homemade lemonade, Upgrade options: Deluxe cabins which are more spacious water and milk•two scenic horse rides per day and offer TV, microwave, coffee maker and a small fridge. £2 n3ig9hts5fropmp Luxury suite Hotel room Wildcatter Ranch Graham Within easy reach of Dallas/Fort Worth, the Wildcatter Ranch resides deep in cowboy country amid the beauty of the North Texas Hill Country. Since opening its doors in 2005 the 1,500 acre ranch has quickly gained a reputation as one of the top resorts in Texas and offers an authentic ranch experience with a wide variety of activities for outdoor enthusiasts and spacious, well-appointed guest rooms. Enjoy horse riding on the 25 miles of trails around the ranch, hike on foot, try your hand at clay pigeon shooting, or perhaps you’d rather relax at the infinity-edged pool. Features: 41 rooms, suites and guest houses•steak house Accommodation: In hotel rooms with TV, hairdryer, coffee restaurant•infinity-edge swimming pool overlooking the maker, microwave and fridge. Brazos River•jacuzzi•exercise room•horse riding Note: Minimum two night stay required on Saturday bookings. •clay pigeon shooting•fishing•hiking•archery•jeep tours•canoeing •massages•free WiFi All Inclusive - what’s included Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner•one horse ride per full day •on site activities - trail rides, wagon rides and clay pigeon shooting or archery or jeep tour each day visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk Texas 75

Houston 610 Theatre District 10 Uptown Park 1 The Galleria 2 Rice Village Museum District Nasa Johnson Space Centre 45 Houston Galveston 1 Magnolia & The Whitehall 2 Royal Sonesta Galleria Houston skyline Getting there: The flying time from the UK to Houston is about 10½ hours. Best time to go: The summer weather is subtropical with high temperatures; winters tend to be mild so a great time to golf and surf while spring and autumn are also excellent with agreeable temperatures. Houston is arguably Texas’s most cosmopolitan city with visitors attracted to its world-class arts, top-notch museums and galleries, professional sports and stylish dining scene. Houston, which is America’s fourth largest High on the list of must-sees is NASA’s Lyndon B In addition, visit the impressive Theatre District city, is a cultural mecca with an internationally Johnson Space Centre and Mission Control, just to catch a live performance and, with around renowned theatre district and outstanding 30 minutes drive from the heart of Houston. With 10,000 diverse restaurants throughout the city, museums. If time is short, concentrate on the over 400 space artefacts there’s nowhere better you’ll have no problem finding a dining venue. 19 institutions of the pedestrian-friendly Museum to discover the exciting future and amazing past District, which include the Houston Museum of of America’s human spaceflight programme. If time allows, drive to nearby Galveston for Natural Science, the Menil Collection, Museum 32 miles of soft sand beaches, inviting surf, world- of Fine Arts, Houston Zoo and the Children’s World-class shopping awaits you at the Galleria class museums, entertainment and dining. There’s Museum of Houston. Mall, Uptown Park and Rice Village or, if you’re fun for all the family at the Galveston Island a sports fan Houston has professional football, Historic Pleasure Pier or hiking and biking trails at basketball, baseball, soccer and hockey teams. Galveston Island State Park. Nearby Corpus Christi has beaches and the USS Lexington, a historic aircraft carrier from WWII. Deluxe room from £59 Standard room from £59 Standard room from £84 per person per night The Whitehall per person per night Magnolia per person per night Royal Sonesta Galleria 4# Houston 4# Houston 4# Houston Located in the heart of the Galleria area, which is filled A beloved fixture of downtown Houston for nearly Recently rated ‘one of the top 100 New Hotels in the with shopping, dining and entertainment possibilities half a century, The Whitehall is a hub of gracious World’ by Condé Nast Traveller Magazine, this 1926 the Royal Sonesta is also within easy reach of many hospitality where Southern style and Texas traditions historic landmark has been extensively renovated and city attractions. Throughout the property there’s an air await you. The convenient location and complimentary is now one of the city’s most distinct properties. Located of casual sophistication with modern appeal where shuttle puts you in close proximity to many of the city’s in the heart of downtown Houston, close to renowned guests will discover freshly renovated guest rooms must-see attractions, while exquisitely renovated guest attractions, the rich arts and culture scene, dining and all thoughtfully appointed with comfort in mind. In rooms welcome you with modern amenities and a eclectic shopping. Each of the beautiful rooms are addition, enjoy fine cuisine at ARA Restaurant along contemporary style. thoughtfully appointed with the comforts of home and a with a selection of beverages and light fare available modern flair, while leisure amenities include a rooftop at Axis Lounge. Features: 259 rooms•restaurant•2 bars•coffee shop lap pool and 24 hour fitness centre. •live entertainment•rooftop swimming pool•fitness Features: 485 rooms•restaurant•bar•coffee shop centre•art gallery•free local shuttle•free WiFi Features: 314 rooms•restaurant•bar•Magnolia •swimming pool (seasonal)•jacuzzi•gym•free shuttle •parking Lounge featuring a library and billiards room•swimming (3 mile radius)•free WiFi•parking pool•fitness centre•free WiFi•valet parking Accommodation: In deluxe rooms with TV, hairdryer, tea/ Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, tea/coffee coffee maker, iron & ironing board and safe. maker, hairdryer and safe. Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, tea/coffee maker, mini bar, hairdryer and safe. Upgrade options: Deluxe rooms which also have a seating area. 76 Texas prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

San Antonio San Antonio Zoo San San Antonio Antonio Six Flags 10 Botanical Garden Fiesta Texas The Alamo 35 Spanish Governor’s 2 Palace C&aSthaenLdaFreaVrlinlliatandHois1toricHReivmerisWfaiarlk 10 410 Arts Village SaRnivAenrtonio 37 35 San Antonio Missions National Historical Centre 1 Hyatt Place Riverwalk & Omni La Mansion Del Rio 2 Emily Morgan River Walk, San Antonio Getting there: Flights from the UK take around 12¾ hours including one stop. Best time to go: Summers tend to be hot and humid while spring and autumn offer more comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds. The jewel in the crown of the South Texas Plains has plenty to offer, including world-class museums, historical sites and cultural landmarks like the 18th century Spanish colonial missions, honoured as the first UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas. San Antonio was settled in the early18th century Adjacent to the River Walk is La Villita Historic Arts There’s no shortage of family fun in San Antonio, by Spanish missionaries. They built five missions Village, a bustling square block filled with shops with San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium, Six Flags along the San Antonio River and one of these, the and galleries featuring works by local and regional Fiesta theme and water park, Splashtown San Alamo, was the site of a pivotal battle during the artists. Nearby is HemisFair Park, which is home Antonio and, just outside the city, SeaWorld. Drive Texas Revolution. The five missions still stand and to the Tower of the Americas a 750 foot tall tower about 17 miles north east of the city to the Natural collectively make up the San Antonio Missions with an observation deck boasting magnificent Bridge Caverns, which boasts more than 10,000 National Historical Park and are now a UNESCO 360 degree views of the city. Other attractions different stalactitic formations in chambers bearing World Heritage Site. include the San Fernando Cathedral, San Antonio names like Sherwood Forest. Botanical Garden, the Spanish Governor’s Palace The wonderful River Walk runs for several miles and the Institute of Texan Cultures. While the city is famed for its Tex-Mex cuisine, through downtown San Antonio beside the river, a you’ll also find San Antonio to be a diverse level below the street. It’s pedestrian-friendly with paradise of culinary flavours with everything from boutique hotels, speciality shops and alfresco dining. food trucks to fine dining establishments. RSitvaenrdvairedwrorooomm from £64 Standard room from £83 Deluxe room from £89 per person per night Emily Morgan per person per night per person per night Hyatt Place Riverwalk 4# San Antonio Omni La Mansion Del Rio 3# San Antonio 4# San Antonio Situated on the serene San Antonio River, the Hyatt Providing an exceptional view of the historic Alamo, the Tucked away on the historic San Antonio Riverwalk, Place is within easy walking distance of the famous luxurious Emily Morgan hotel is located in downtown the Omni La Mansion is perfectly situated within easy Riverwalk entertainment district, the Alamo and San Antonio and within easy reach of the Riverwalk. walking distance of the fabled Alamo, El Mercado, numerous restaurants and shopping. Maybe start your Enjoy the timeless architecture of this 1920s building La Villita District and much, much more. Blending day with a hotel breakfast or visit the 24/7 Gallery which houses stylish rooms with an elegant decor, plush Spanish colonial architecture and European style it’s Market for a ‘grab-and-go breakfast instead. When bedding and modern amenities. Dine on southwestern easy to surround yourself in the romance, grace and you return after a busy day of sightseeing take a dip in inspired cuisine at the award-winning Oro Restaurant charm of this grand hacienda-like resort. Enjoy graceful the heated outdoor pool, take advantage of the and Bar, relax at the fabulous pool while the 24 hour service from the moment you step inside, sip hand- 24 hour gym or head to the bar and relax with a drink. fitness centre gives you the option to workout around made margaritas at Las Canarias and why not enhance the clock. your stay with a refreshing treatment at the spa. Features: 131 rooms•breakfast room•dining menu•cafe •bar•swimming pool•gym•free WiFi•parking Features: 177 rooms•restaurant•bar•swimming Features: 338 rooms•restaurant•bar•swimming pool Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, coffee pool•fitness centre•free WiFi•valet parking •access to nearby gym & spa•children’s programme maker, mini fridge, iron & ironing board and separate living •valet parking area with sleeper sofa. Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, iHome clock Accommodation: In deluxe rooms with TV, hairdryer, mini bar, Upgrade options: River view rooms. radio, hairdryer, iron & ironing board, coffee maker and coffee maker, iron & ironing board and safe. Some also have a safe. patio or balcony. Upgrade options: Alamo view rooms. Premier Plus visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk FREE daily breakfast (adults only): Dec 18-Mar 19. Texas 77

Austin Barton SpBruHinlilgTsoetscoxkPrayoTsoeMCxl aausspeiStuotmal teS1ixLtBhJSPtrHesisidtoernictiaDlisLtirbicrat ry South Congress Lady Bird Lake 35 McKinney Falls State Park Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Austin Circuit of the Americas State Capitol Building 1 Hilton Garden Inn, Omni Austin Downtown & Westin Austin Downtown Getting there: The flight from the UK is about 10½ hours. Best time to go: A year round city with over 300 days of sunshine annually. Winters are temperate and while summers are hot there’s ample places to cool off. Spring and autumn offer up the perfect balance of bright blue sky and mild temperatures. Austin, the state capital, resides in the Hill Country region of Texas and is one of the fastest growing cities in the USA. Famous as a foodie destination, for its major university and for the incredible live music scene, if you’re a fan of just about any kind of music, you need to visit Austin. Home to more live music venues than anywhere Take in some of the history with a tour of the Austin is also a hub for foodies and you’ll find else in America, Austin is often hailed as the Live breathtaking Texas Capitol building, or head to locally-owned taco joints, barbecue restaurants, Music Capital of the World. Stroll the streets of the Bullock Texas State History Museum. At the food trucks and upscale eateries serving a Austin’s entertainment districts, from 6th Street LBJ Presidential Library, learn about America’s mouthwatering mix of flavours from around the to South Congress, and you’ll hear the tunes of 36th President, Lyndon Johnson, one of the most globe. It’s also one of the top cities for craft local, regional and national country, rock and complex and fascinating leaders. brewing, so why not take a tasting tour of the roll, alternative and hip hop performers. Major local microbreweries! Retail therapy can be annual festivals include South by Southwest and Enjoy the city from Lady Bird Lake by renting a found in the boutique-lined 2nd Street District or Austin City Limits Music Festival. kayak or stand up paddleboard, soaking up the at the department stores of The Domain. tree-covered hills and skyline as you go. Discover waterfalls from the hiking trails at McKinney Falls State Park and during the summer, cool off in Barton Springs Pool at Zilker Park. Standard room from £72 Run of house room from £109 Standard room from £139 per person per night per person per night per person per night Hilton Garden Inn Omni Austin Downtown Westin Austin Downtown 3# Austin 4# Austin 4# Austin Discover true Texan hospitality at this conveniently Discover sophisticated luxury at this downtown hotel, One of Austin’s finest downtown hotels, the Westin is located hotel in the heart of downtown. The city is which offers easy access to attractions such as the located one block from the 6th Street Entertainment known as the Live Music Capital of the World and the Texas State Capitol and the 6th Street Entertainment District, just footsteps to the latest foodie hotspots, hotel is just minutes from the sights and sounds that District. As well as proximity to the sights and sounds historic sites, legendary live music venues, eclectic shops give Austin this distinction. There’s countless restaurants of this great city, the Omni Austin affords you every and year-round outdoor fun. During your stay take a and bars close by and the hotel’s own restaurant, opportunity to relax, with a rooftop swimming pool revitalising plunge in the city’s highest rooftop pool. Eighteenth Over Austin, which sits on the 18th floor, has and a fully equipped fitness centre. As the day draws Open year-round the pool deck is set on the 20th floor wonderful views over the city. All of the well-appointed to a close gather in the Atrium Lounge for drinks and and enjoys panoramic skyline views. In the evening, rooms provide everything you need to enjoy your stay. perhaps feast on the delicious fare at Ancho’s. Guest gather around the glowing fire pits with a refreshing rooms are spacious with dazzling views of the city or drink and admire the amazing evening cityscapes. Features: 254 rooms•restaurant•swimming pool hotel atrium and feature handsome furnishings and •fitness centre•free WiFi•valet parking first-class amenities. Features: 366 rooms•restaurant•bar•outdoor swimming pool•fitness studio•free WiFi in the lobby Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, tea/coffee Features: 392 rooms•restaurant•bar•rooftop •valet parking maker, fridge, microwave, hairdryer, iron & ironing board swimming pool•fitness centre•parking and safe. Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, iHome dock, Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, coffee maker, tea/coffee maker, mini bar, hairdryer and safe. mini bar, iron & ironing board, hairdryer and safe. 78 Texas prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

Dallas/Fort Worth George W Bush Presidential Library Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden 35E 1 Perot Museum of 2 Nature & Science Reunion Tower Sixth Floor Museum 45 30 To Fort Worth 3 Dallas/Fort Worth Dallas Zoo 1 Warwick Melrose 3 Hilton Fort Worth 2 Fairmont Dallas Getting there: The flight from the UK to Dallas/Fort Worth is about 10½ hours. Best time to go: Dallas and Fort Worth are year round destinations, but if you want to avoid high temperatures and humidity then summer won’t suit. Dallas and Fort Worth delight with a unique blend of southwestern warmth, cosmopolitan flair, old west charm and modern sophistication, so indulge your cowboy dreams, discover world-class museums, dine at fine restaurants and embrace the vibrant nightlife scene. Dallas has something for everyone, with museums, See Dallas from a bird’s eye view at Reunion Tower Once the haunt of cowboys, cattlemen and outlaws amusement parks, gardens, historic sites and other GeO-Deck, mingle with the animals at Dallas Zoo near-neighbour Fort Worth is today home to the activities around every corner. Make a beeline for or reconnect with nature at the Dallas Arboretum Stockyards National Historic District. Here, you can Downtown Dallas for an exploration of one of the and Botanical Garden. The city is also a shopping visit the Stockyards Museum and Texas Cowboy Hall most infamous days in 20th century history: the mecca with an impressive array of designer stores, of Fame; see the world’s only twice-daily cattle drive assassination of President John F Kennedy. The Sixth boutiques, quirky shops and Wild West souvenirs. or the weekly Stockyards Championship Rodeo and Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza includes fascinating shop for authentic boots, hats and apparel. multimedia exhibits. Dallas is also famous for its contributions to popular culture - notably the Dallas Cowboys and their Also not to be missed is Sundance Square, a vast Other notable museums include the George W cheerleaders, and Dallas, the TV series which in shopping and entertainment district, while eclectic Bush Presidential Library and Museum, the Perot the 1980s was a worldwide symbol of the USA. Near Southside District, also has a fine array of Museum of Nature and Science, the Dallas Southfork Ranch, where the series was set, is restaurants along with a selection of live music Museum of Art and the Nasher Sculpture Centre. 25 miles north of Dallas with guided tours available. venues, distilleries and breweries. SDtoaunbdlaerdroroomom from £74 Fairmont room from £74 Standard room from £99 per person per night per person per night per person per night Warwick Melrose-Dallas Fairmont Dallas Hilton Fort Worth 4# Dallas 4# Dallas 4# Dallas Located near the Uptown, Oak Lawn and Turtle Creek Ideally situated in the heart of the downtown Dallas This elegant, landmark hotel, located in downtown areas, this historic hotel offers a new fashionable Arts District, the Fairmont Dallas is surrounded by an Fort Worth, is historically significant as the scene brand of comfort and style. The building dates back array of fine-dining restaurants, shopping, arts and of John F Kennedy’s final address on the morning to 1924 and over the years has been known for its entertainment. Combining the elegance of classic of 22 November 1963. The hotel is minutes away gracious hospitality and elegant atmosphere. There hospitality with an authentic Texan flair, this iconic hotel from popular attractions including Sundance Square are an impressive array of facilities for guests to enjoy is just a few blocks from the Central Business District where you’ll find a variety of popular restaurants and including a newly renovated fitness centre, award- and the West End Historic District, known for its lively seasonal outdoor concerts. Succulent steaks and fresh winning Landmark Restaurant and the Library Bar, restaurants and the world-famous Sixth Floor Museum. seafood can be enjoyed at the hotel’s steakhouse known for its comprehensive cocktail menu. Guest Should you prefer not to head out after dark, treat restaurant and you can relax with a drink in the rooms feature a rich bronze colour scheme and are yourself to a delicious meal at the hotel’s contemporary Skylight Court Bar. bedecked with lavish furnishings. Pyramid Restaurant & Bar. Features: 184 rooms•restaurant•bar•nightly Features: 545 rooms•restaurant•bar•fitness centre Features: 158 rooms•2 restaurants•bar•coffee shop entertainment•fitness centre•valet parking •valet parking •fitness room•free WiFi•valet parking Accommodation: In guest rooms with TV, hairdryer, coffee Accommodation: In double rooms with TV, iHome dock, Accommodation: In Fairmont rooms with TV, iHome dock, maker and iron & ironing board. mini bar, iron & ironing board, safe and hairdryer. coffee maker, mini bar, iron & ironing board, safe and hairdryer. visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk Texas 79

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Big Sur Think of California and think of LA, San Francisco, San Diego, Palm Springs and no visit to the state would be complete without visiting all of them. However, California offers far more than these cities. The state, which spans a large proportion of the western seaboard of the USA, appeals to those seeking diversity and natural beauty offered by places such as Yosemite National Park, Death Valley, Wine Country, the Big Sur coastline and the giant redwood trees of Northern California. Alamo Square, San Francisco 84-89 Los Angeles beach hotels 101 90 San Diego hotels 102 California Palm Springs hotels 103 Self-drive & escorted coach tours Northern California Excursions San Francisco tour & hotels 91 See also Wine Country side trip 92 Yosemite National Park side trip Northern California side trips 93 Car hire &, motorhomes 6-7 Northern California touring hotels 8 94 EagleRider Motorcycles 9 95 Amtrak trains Pacific Coast Highway Cruise & Stay 14 Touring hotels 97 81 Los Angeles area Panama Canal cruise Excursions 98 Los Angeles tour & hotels 99-100 See page 128 for California Holiday Information www.premierholidays.co.uk California

Planning your holiday Napa Valley Why visit California? People have flocked to California ever since the The spectacular beauty of the rugged coastline Newport Beach, Coronado and La Jolla. Head gold rush began in 1849 and today the Golden at Big Sur extends about 100 miles south from further north and the waters are cooler and sandy State’s allure continues thanks to its diverse Monterey. Here, the Coastal Mountains dip beaches are scarcer but the wildlife watching can natural beauty, dazzling cities, celebrated directly into the Pacific Ocean to form some be incredible, with seals, sea otters, whales and coastlines, favourable climate, fantastic food and magnificent scenery with sea cliffs, rocky sharks all regular visitors to these waters. wine experiences. headlands and tiny beaches. Twisting Highway 1 hugs the mountain slopes and offers exquisite Let’s not forget the Wine Country as another great When it comes to big city fun, California’s vistas at every turn and is one of the great road reason to visit. Napa and Sonoma in Northern urban hotspots shine. Undeniably one of the trips in the USA. California are two of the biggest and best wine world’s great cities San Francisco is known for producing regions in the world and travellers are its sparkling bay, iconic crimson bridge, quirky Southern California’s warm Pacific waters attract welcomed to many of the vineyards for tastings neighbourhoods and trundling cable cars scaling sun worshippers and surfers alike. The counties and tours. If that weren’t enough, the scenery is the steep streets. Sprawling Los Angeles offers of San Diego, Orange and Los Angeles are fantastic! a wide range of attractions from the fun-filled crammed full of great beaches for just about any theme parks of Disneyland and Universal Studios beach activity you can think of. Some of the best No matter what you want to see and do, to the glitzy Beverly Hills shops and celebrity beaches include Laguna Beach, Santa Monica, California has it. homes and the palm-fringed beaches of Santa Monica and Malibu. Located just north of the Redwood National Park Mexican border San Diego is a large coastal city with a small town atmosphere where you’ll Eureka Redding find an array of fabulous beaches, an ideal climate and outstanding family attractions. Lake Tahoe Utah Nature looms large in World Heritage listed Nevada Yosemite National Park, a vast wilderness with miles of rivers, lakes, waterfalls, peaks and Calironia Wine Country valleys while further south Death Valley National Park is an awe-inspiring land of volcanic craters, San Francisco Yosemite brilliantly-coloured rock formations and desolate National Park Mammoth Lakes salt flats. You can’t get any lower than this in the western hemisphere and, in summer, you can’t Monterey California Las Vegas get much hotter. Other natural attractions include Carmel Arizona the impressive grandeur of the giant sequoia Death Valley forests at Sequoia National Park; the forest- San Simeon Sequoia National Park rimmed Lake Tahoe which straddles the border National Park with Nevada and attracts outdoor enthusiasts year round; and Joshua Tree National Park Pismo Beach where you can glimpse the curious flora and fauna of the Mojave Desert. Ventura Los Santa Barbara Angeles 82 California Anaheim Joshua Tree National Park Long Beach North Pacific Ocean Huntington Beach SpParilnmgs Indian Wells Phoenix Newport Beach San Diego visit your local travel agent or call 08444 937 666

The Painted Dunes, Lassen Volcanic National Park. Joshua Tree National Park It’s the perfect destination for… Explore more… What you need to Know Independent travellers who feel they have seen Why not also include beautiful San Diego, which The prices Florida or the eastern cities, and are now keen to as well as a glorious coastline and wonderful All accommodation and tour lead-in prices head west and discover more of this vast country. beaches, has many fascinating attractions for all shown are based on the best value travel dates the family. Alternatively, head inland to the arid in low season. Flight prices to the USA change Classic California desert valley and city of Palm Springs, once the constantly so call for today’s best available deals. For first time visitors particularly, we suggest your refuge for many famous Hollywood film stars Getting there and movie moguls. stay includes San Francisco, the Pacific Coast The major gateway cities of Los Angles, San Francisco and San Diego are about 11 hours Highway and Los Angeles. Our eye-catching side trips are also worthy of from the UK. Three days in San Francisco gives you time to take consideration. Options include California’s Wine Best time to go a ride on a cable car, explore Fisherman’s Wharf, Country, the extraordinarily beautiful Yosemite crooked Lombard Street, infamous Alcatraz Island, National Park, North California & Redwood California is a year round destination although National State Park or a 6 night journey from the weather varies throughout the state. and of course the Golden Gate Bridge. Much of California has a Mediterranean-like San Francisco up to Seattle (see pages 92-94). climate with warm, dry summers and mild wet Hire a car and head south towards historic winters. Further inland, summers are hot and Monterey, then continue onto Highway 1 for an Our selection of self-drive and escorted coach dry, winters cool and wet. At higher altitudes, exhilarating driving experience. If time allows, we tours feature all the major cities and many also expect beautiful summers, snowy winters and can recommend a variety of stopping off points include natural attractions such as Death Valley striking colour in spring and autumn. along the route (see page 97 for our Pacific Coast National Park, Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Park, Lake Tahoe and Mammoth Lakes. Flight upgrades Highway touring hotels). Why not travel in style and upgrade to a higher In Los Angeles we suggest at least three days for California and beyond class cabin, where you will benefit from greater visiting sights such as Sunset Strip, Hollywood comfort and space. Los Angeles upgrade prices Boulevard’s ‘Walk of Fame’, the designer stores of Combine iconic Californian cities, with Las Vegas are: Premium economy from £299; business class Rodeo Drive, celebrity homes of Beverly Hills, the in Nevada and the magnificent Grand Canyon from £459 or first class from £2859 one way. working film studios and not forgetting the fantastic National Park in Arizona. For something a little beaches such as Santa Monica, Long Beach, different, see page 14 for the Panama Canal Malibu and Venice Beach. cruise from Los Angeles or, after touring, why not fly on to Mexico. See our Beaches brochure. OUR FAVOURITE COMBINATIONS We have handpicked a few of our favourite itineraries to guide and tempt you. Prices are per person based on two sharing and include return international flights, onward domestic flights or car hire as stated and accommodation. SAN FRANCISCO, LAS VEGAS & 10 nights from NORTH CALIFORNIA SELFDRIVE LOS ANGELES £1599 Explore the best of Northern California’s great This western triangle introduces you to some of outdoors and be treated to incredible vistas, the west’s most iconic destinations in one tour. stunning national parks, wine country and more. Travel from stylish San Francisco to the glitz of 3 nights Cartwright Hotel, San Francisco Vegas before spending time in LA. 2 nights River Terrace Inn, Napa Valley 3 nights Cartwright Hotel, San Francisco 2 nights Tenaya Lodge, Yosemite 3 nights Luxor, Las Vegas 2 nights Aston Lakeland Village, Lake Tahoe 3 nights The Garland, Los Angeles including flights between each city 1 night Kimpton Sawyer, Sacramento Lake Tahoe includes 8 days 4 door compact car (fully inclusive) 9 nights from £1349 WESTERN PANORAMA 7 nights from A short but sweet escorted coach tour that £1349 Los Angeles includes great cities, picturesque national parks Yosemite National Park and charming coastal towns. Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Mammoth Lakes, Yosemite National Park, San Francisco and Central Coast includes a variety of sightseeing excursions and experiences, 7 nights accommodation, travel by coach and services of a tour manager www.premierholidays.co.uk California 83

SELFDRIVE TOUR Santa Monica Pier £144911 night self-drive tour from pp Nevada Golden California Smart Choice Self-drive tour San Francisco Smart Choice - see this great state’s major sights plus Las Vegas too! Monterey California scenic Pacific Coast towns•world-famous Californian cities•buzzing Las Vegas Central Coast Las Vegas Day 1: Fly to San Francisco. On arrival collect your car Day 9 Las Vegas: Continue soaking up the sights and Los Angeles and drive to your hotel. sounds of Vegas or perhaps head to nearby Hoover San Diego Day 2 San Francisco: Explore at your leisure. Charming Dam. Another option is to take a day trip by helicopter to neighbourhoods greet you at every turn in this great the truly unforgettable Grand Canyon, a natural wonder San Francisco 3 nights ~ Monterey 1 night city. Not to be missed are Fisherman’s Wharf, the iconic which has to be seen to be believed. Central Coast 1 night ~ Los Angeles 2 nights Golden Gate Bridge, Union Square, Chinatown and of Day 10 Las Vegas/San Diego: Drive south past Lake course, Alcatraz which looms large in the middle of the Elsinore to the picturesque town of Temecula. Enjoy famed Las Vegas 2 nights ~ San Diego 2 nights bay and houses the infamous prison. rolling hills and vineyards on your way to San Diego, Day 3 San Francisco: While you may prefer to continue popular for its year-round sparkling weather and relaxed Why not tour by motorhome? exploring the city, we do recommend taking the day to living (336 miles). explore the rolling hills of California’s Wine Country and Day 11 San Diego: A full day to discover some of San the famed wineries of Napa Valley, many of which offer Diego’s attractions such as Balboa Park, Old Town, tours and tastings magnificent Coronado Beach, the San Diego Zoo and the Day 4 San Francisco/Monterey: Drive south to Gaslamp Quarter. There’s also the beaches of La Jolla Monterey where you can stroll along Fisherman’s Wharf where you can hire a kayak and paddle out to see the and Cannery Row. The 17 Mile Drive toll road along sea lions. the Peninsula Coast from Pacific Grove to Carmel boasts Day 12 San Diego/Los Angeles: Drive north to Los magnificent seaside scenery. If time allows visit Carmel Angeles where you return your car at the airport and your Mission, which was founded in 1770 (126 miles). tour concludes with your onward journey (121 miles). Day 5 Monterey/Central Coast: One of the most £134912 night self-drive motorhome tour scenic drives of your journey today takes you along the from pp California coast through the Big Sur peninsula to San Simeon. Make time to visit Hearst Castle or to take a hike Golden California is also available with a motorhome along one of the many trails near Pfeiffer State Beach rather than a car. The price shown includes return (246 miles). international flights, one pre-night in San Francisco and Day 6 Central Coast/Los Angeles: Drive down the a C19 motorhome for 12 days. coast to Solvang, a unique town founded by Danish See page 7 for motorhome options and details. immigrants. It’s surrounded by local wineries and famous for its bakeries and speciality shops. Drive by Malibu and What you need to know Santa Monica to Los Angeles (208 miles). Day 7 Los Angeles: A full day to explore. For thrills and Departures: Daily. spills head to Universal Studios, Disneyland or Knotts Berry Accommodation: In 3# hotels. Higher grade hotels are Farm. You may prefer to see the sights of Hollywood, available at a supplement. enjoy some window shopping along exclusive Rodeo Meals: Room only. Drive or perhaps take a stroll along Santa Monica pier. Tour price: The price shown for this ATI tour is based on Day 8 Los Angeles/Las Vegas: Drive east through the the best value travel dates in low season and includes Mojave Desert and the ghost town of Calico en route to international flights to San Francisco and from Los the glittering entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas. Angeles, fully inclusive compact 4 door car hire and Once an oasis on the route to California, Las Vegas began 1PH1eat rnnifciigeodhcktsFSoahrceacsktoemr Vmiloladgaeti,oMn.assachusetts as a Mormon settlement and boomed fleetingly during the silver rush. Today, there’s 24 hour gambling and 84 California incredible resorts along The Strip, there’s also fabulous entertainment, great shopping and world-class dining (280 miles). San Diego prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

SELFDRIVE TOUR Yosemite National Park £157913 night self-drive tour from pp Best of the West Nevada Utah Self-drive tour magnificent National Parks•great western cities•iconic drive along the Pacific Coast Highway NaYtoiosenmalitPeark FraSnacnisco Day 1: Fly to Los Angeles. On arrival transfer by courtesy Day 8 Death Valley National Park/Yosemite hotel shuttle bus to your airport hotel. National Park*: Drive into the high Sierra Nevada to the Monterey Death Valley Las Vegas CGarnaynodn Day 2 Los Angeles/Palm Springs: Collect your car Tioga Pass and Yosemite, one of America’s most scenic and drive to Palm Springs, the ultimate desert playground national parks. See the silvery waters of the Yosemite California Arizona nestled at the base of the majestic San Jacinto Mountains and Bridalveil Falls and the huge granite formations of El Phoenix which offers the perfect blend of outdoor entertainment Capitan and Half Dome (325 miles). Ventura SPparilnmgs and casual relaxation (147 miles). Day 9 Yosemite National Park/San Francisco: Drive Los Angeles Day 3 Palm Springs/Scottsdale/Phoenix: Stroll west through Gold Rush-era attractions and California’s around the exclusive shops or ride the aerial tramway state capital, Sacramento to San Francisco. Upon arrival, Los Angeles 1 night ~ Palm Springs 1 night high up above the desert floor for panoramic views. visit Union Square, The Presido, Golden Gate Park and Phoenix 1 night ~ Grand Canyon 1 night Drive onwards to Scottsdale and Phoenix, two of central Fisherman’s Wharf (195 miles). Las Vegas 2 nights ~ Death Valley 1 night Arizona’s top destinations. Phoenix’s skyscrapers fill Day 10 San Francisco: Day to further explore this the skyline which is backed by the famed Camelback beloved city, perhaps take the ferry to Alcatraz Island Yosemite National Park 1 night Mountain, while Scottsdale is filled with Old West charm or, drive to nearby Napa Valley in California’s Wine San Francisco 2 nights ~ Monterey 1 night (267 miles). Country where you can tour a winery or two. Day 4 Scottsdale/Phoenix/Grand Canyon National Day 11 San Francisco/Monterey: Drive south along Ventura 1 night ~ Los Angeles 1 night Park: Drive north to the Grand Canyon, the natural Highway 1 and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Pacific wonder that simply has to be seen to be believed. Spend coastline. On arrival in Monterey you may wish to visit Why not tour by motorhome? the day discovering the South Rim of the canyon, stopping Cannery Row (of author John Steinbeck fame), soak up the at the numerous viewpoints along the way. Walk part of super coastline views on 17 Mile Drive or perhaps take £119914 night self-drive motorhome tour the Rim Trail or alternatively hire a bike (230 miles). lunch in quaint Carmel (130 miles). from pp Day 5 Grand Canyon National Park/Las Vegas: Day 12 Monterey/Santa Barbara/Ventura: Continue Drive through Williams and Kingman at the heart of south along the Pacific Coast Highway through Pismo Best of the West is also available with a motorhome historic Route 66 to the majestic Hoover Dam. Considered Beach, Santa Maria and Santa Barbara to Ventura, rather than a car. The price shown includes return the largest single public works project in the history of the located along the southernmost part of the Central Coast international flights, one pre-night in Los Angeles and a US, Hoover Dam straddles the mighty Colorado River, (280 miles). C19 motorhome for 13 days. which forms the border between Nevada and Arizona and Day 13 Ventura/Los Angeles: Travel further south via See page 7 for motorhome options and details. brings much-needed water and power to the Southwest. Malibu and Santa Monica to Los Angeles. Check out the Continue to Las Vegas (275 miles). Hollywood Walk of Fame, Sunset Strip, Rodeo Drive and What you need to know Day 6 Las Vegas: While known for its casinos, there’s more (70 miles). so much more to see and do in Vegas, including amazing Day 14 Los Angeles: Drop your car at the airport where Departures: Daily. shows, themed hotels with roller coasters, award-winning your tour ends with your onward journey. Accommodation: In 3# hotels. Higher grade hotels are shows and much more. also available at a supplement. Day 7 Las Vegas/Death Valley National Park: After Meals: Room only. a morning at leisure in Las Vegas, drive west to the lowest Tour price: The price shown for this ATI tour is based on elevation in North America, Death Valley National Park. the best value travel dates in low season and includes Here, the Mojave is at its most magnificent with geological international flights to and from Los Angeles, fully inclusive history on full display in this rugged, severe, sublime compact 4 door car hire and 13 nights accommodation. section of California. Enhance your desert experience with *From early November to late May the Tioga Pass may be a stop at Zabriskie Point offering spectacular views of the closed due to weather or road conditions. In which case you wildly eroded and vibrantly coloured badlands will overnight in Fresno or Visalia. (139 miles). California 85 Palm Springs visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk

SELFDRIVE TOUR £169915 night self-drive tour from pp Historic Route 66 Self-drive tour Chicago drive this historic route east to west•diverse scenery across 8 states•recommended stops en route USA St Louis Day 1: Fly to Chicago. On arrival make your way to your Day 10 Albuquerque/Holbrook: Today’s highlight is hotel. the Petrified Forest National Park with its 1,000 acres of San Francisco Grand Canyon Oklahoma Day 2 Chicago: Explore the “Windy City”. Be sure to petrified trees, historic structures and archaeological sites. City stand on the corner of Michigan and Adams, marked as It’s also the only National Park with a section of historic Los ALnagseVleesgas NP Albuquerque Springfield the starting point for Historic Route 66. Stroll along Lake Route 66 (260 miles). Michigan, peruse the shops or perhaps visit the Willis Day 11 Holbrook/Grand Canyon National Park: Holbrook Amarillo Tower, one of the tallest buildings in the USA. Continue to Meteor City, a true vintage trading post, then Day 3 Chicago/St Louis: Collect your car and follow pass through Flagstaff and Williams en route to Grand Mexico Gulf of Mexico the traditional east-to-west path of Route 66 from Canyon National Park. Spend the day discovering the Chicago to St Louis, cruising through endless cornfields Canyon’s South Rim with a walk along part of the Rim Trail Chicago 2 nights ~ St Louis 1 night and flat prairies. Places to stop include Wilmington and (180 miles). Springfield 1 night ~ Oklahoma City 1 night Springfield, birthplace of the corn dog. Once in St Louis, Day 12 Grand Canyon National Park/Las Vegas: you’ll find numerous historic sites (300 miles). Make your way to Seligman, and then on to Kingman Amarillo 1 night ~ Albuquerque 3 nights Day 4 St Louis/Springfield: Continue through the Ozark before reaching the incredible Hoover Dam which Holbrook 1 night Highlands of southern Missouri to Springfield, recognised straddles the mighty Colorado River. Continue to Las as the birthplace of Route 66 in 1926. En route you can Vegas, a city that needs no introduction (300 miles). Grand Canyon National Park (Williams) 1 night stop at Meramec Caverns, an extensive set of natural Day 13 Las Vegas: Perhaps try your luck in a casino, Las Vegas 2 nights ~ Los Angeles 2 nights limestone caves used by legendary Jesse James as a enjoy time for shopping or take in a must-see show. hideout (210 miles). Alternatively, enjoy time to relax poolside. Day 5 Springfield/Oklahoma City: Cut through the Day 14 Las Vegas/Santa Monica/Los Angeles: Set south eastern corner of Kansas, the shortest stretch of Route out through the Mojave Desert for Calico Ghost Town, 66’s eight-state run, on your way to Oklahoma City. Stop California’s authentic silver mining town. Rejoin Route 66 to view the beloved 20 foot tall cement Blue Whale in in Barstow where you can visit the Route 66 Mother Road Catoosa, and the Cyrus Avery Route 66 Memorial Bridge Museum. Continue through Pasadena, Los Angeles, West in Tulsa. Once in Oklahoma City, be sure to check out the Hollywood and Beverly Hills to Santa Monica. Park and old Route 66 motels, gas stations and numerous vintage venture the last few blocks on foot to view the “End of the buildings (310 miles). Trail” sign on Santa Monica’s pier (290 miles). Day 6 Oklahoma City/Amarillo: Continue to Amarillo, Day 15 Los Angeles: At leisure to explore the many in the Texas Panhandle. Stops include the Route 66 sights and attractions of Los Angeles. Museum in Clinton and the first restored Phillips 66 gas Day 16 Los Angeles: Return your car at the airport where station in McClean. Once in Amarillo, stop at the Big your tour concludes with your onward journey. Texas Steak Ranch to attempt their 72oz steak challenge! New Mexico Museum of Art, Santa Fe (260 miles). Day 7 Amarillo/Albuquerque: Visit Amarillo’s Cadillac What you need to know Ranch where you will find ten colourfully painted Cadillac cars buried grille first in the ground. Continue to the Departures: Daily between Apr-Oct 19. MidPoint Café in Adrian and from there follow Route 66 to Accommodation: In 3# hotels. Higher grade hotels are Albuquerque in New Mexico (270 miles). available at a supplement. Day 8 Albuquerque: Explore Central Avenue, a treasure Meals: Room only. trove of Route 66 landmarks, while historic Old Town Tour price: The price shown for this ATI tour is based on offers a taste of New Mexico’s Spanish Colonial past. the best value travel dates in low season and includes Day 9 Albuquerque/Santa Fe/Albuquerque: For international flights to Chicago and from Los Angeles, a true sense of the Old Route 66 detour to Santa Fe, fully inclusive compact 4 door car hire and 15 nights the USA’s oldest capital and one of the state’s most aHcacnocmocmkoSdhaatkioenr .Village, Massachusetts picturesque cities. Visit one of Santa Fe’s art galleries, markets or museums (116 miles). 86 California Mojave Desert prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

ESCORTED TOUR Los Angeles skyline £159910 night escorted coach tour from pp Western Highlights Smart Choice Escorted coach tour Yosemite Nevada National Park Smart Choice - glitzy cities brimming with sights and picturesque national parks - the west has it all comprehensive sightseeing included•ample leisure time•optional excursions available San Francisco California Las Vegas Grand Canyon Day 1: Fly to San Francisco. On arrival make your way to Day 8 Las Vegas/Los Angeles: Your journey today your hotel where you will meet your tour escort. takes you through the Coachella Valley, one of the most Los Angeles Day 2 San Francisco: This morning, your half day famous desert areas. Along the way you will pass through city tour includes Union Square, the Civic Centre and Indio, home to the International Date Festival. Travel by San Diego Fisherman’s Wharf. The afternoon is at leisure, so why cities such as Palm Desert and Palm Springs before arriving not hop on a cable car, take a stroll around Fisherman’s into Los Angeles during the afternoon. San Francisco 3 nights Wharf where you can also gaze across to Alcatraz, or Day 9 Los Angeles: The morning begins with a Yosemite National Park 1 night ~ Las Vegas 3 nights enjoy some time for shopping. comprehensive city tour which includes hip Santa Monica, Day 3 San Francisco: A full day at leisure to further glamorous Hollywood and elegant Beverly Hills. You will Los Angeles 3 nights explore the city. Alternatively, join an optional tour to be able to stop by the ‘finish line’ of historic Route 66, Monterey and Carmel (additional expense). If you choose see an iconic Californian lifeguard tower made famous Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco to join the tour, you’ll travel along the Pacific Coast to the in the TV series “Baywatch”, walk on the boulevard of Monterey Bay Peninsula then visit Cannery Row and have stars and take a great photo of the Hollywood sign. The What you need to know admission to the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium. The tour afternoon is yours to explore independently or, perhaps, continues along 17 Mile Drive where you can admire the join an optional excursion to Universal Studios (additional Departures: On selected dates between Apr 19-Mar 20. natural scenery and gorgeous homes before time in the expense). Please ask for details. charming community of Carmel, known for its galleries and Day 10 San Diego: Enjoy a full day excursion to San Accommodation: 3# hotels throughout. shops. . Diego, travelling through the cities of San Juan Capistrano Meals: Room only. Day 4 San Francisco/Yosemite National Park: Set and San Clemente. On arrival in San Diego, enjoy a city Tour price: The price shown for this ATI tour is based off for an all day adventure to Yosemite National Park. tour taking in the historic Old Town, the Gaslamp District on the best value travel dates in low season and includes Known for its magnificent waterfalls (seasonal), granite and the bayfront picturesque Seaport Village. For an international flights to San Francisco and from Los Angeles, peaks and remarkable wildlife, Yosemite is one of alternative perspective, join an optional cruise on the bay hotel accommodation, sightseeing as outlined and services America’s favourite national parks. Explore the park by (additional expense) before returning to Los Angeles. of a tour escort. coach and have time on the valley floor to appreciate the Day 11 Los Angeles: Your tour concludes as you make spectacular scenery and enjoy a picnic. your way to the airport for your onward journey. California 87 Day 5 Yosemite National Park/Las Vegas: Travel through the Mojave Desert on your way to Las Vegas. Gaslamp District, San Diego Arrive late afternoon in the dazzling ‘entertainment capital of the world’ and begin your explorations of this fantastic city straight away. Day 6 Grand Canyon: Stop at the iconic Las Vegas Welcome Sign before continuing your day trip to the Grand Canyon. En route, admire beautiful Lake Mead, the largest reservoir in the USA formed by the Hoover Dam. At the Grand Canyon, there’s time to explore and admire the views on your own or, if you choose, join an optional helicopter trip over the canyon, a rafting trip on the Colorado River, or a walk on the Skywalk platform (all additional expense). Return to Las Vegas. Day 7 Las Vegas: A day at leisure. Maybe do a little shopping at one of the fine malls, lounge by the pool, try your luck in a casino or join an optional tour. One of the tour possibilities is a full day trip to Zion National Park, known for its majestic canyons, waterfalls and amazing wildlife (additional expense). This tour includes a guided walk and a picnic lunch. visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk

EAGLERIDER MOTORCYCLE TOUR £414914 night guided motorcycle tour from pp Route 66 with EagleRider Guided motorcycle tour Chicago travel the original Route 66•see nostalgic landmarks•stop and visit numerous fascinating towns USA Springfield Day 1: Fly to Chicago. On arrival transfer to your hotel. Day 10 Gallup/Grand Canyon: Cross into Arizona St Louis Day 2 Chicago/Springfield: Pick up your bike and and ride to Petrified Forest National Park, a fossilised OklahomJaoplin begin the ultimate American road trip. Head south along prehistoric forest of gigantic trees. Continue west to San Francisco VictorLvailsleVegGasrandNCPanyonSanta Fe City the Pontiac Trail, the original name for this bit of the road, your hotel just one mile from the South Rim of the Grand passing through Joliet and stopping at the RT 66 Museum Canyon! (283 miles). Los Laughlin Gallup Amarillo in Pontiac (187 miles). Day 11 Grand Canyon/Laughlin: Optional helicopter Angeles Day 3 Springfield/St Louis: Traverse cornfields and ride over the South Rim (extra expense). Later, ride along small towns representing the USA’s heartland. Arrive into the rim for amazing vistas before picking Route 66 back Mexico Gulf of Mexico St Louis over the original bridge where RT 66 crossed the up in Williams. Stop in the towns of Seligman, Peach Mississippi River. This amazing city is home to some of the Springs, and Hackberry (256 miles). Chicago 1 night ~ Springfield 1 night ~ St Louis 1 night best live music and BBQ ribs in the USA (116 miles). Day 12 Laughlin/Las Vegas: Take a detour in Joplin 1 night ~ Oklahoma City 1 night Day 4 St Louis/Joplin: Enjoy the rolling Missouri hills Las Vegas...but first ride through the Old West Ghost Town that make this area so scenic and fun to ride in. See the of Oatman, and journey across the famous Hoover Dam! Amarillo 1 night ~ Santa Fe 2 nights ~ Gallup 1 night~ World’s Largest Rocking Chair in Fanning, wind your way (129 miles). Grand Canyon 1 night ~ Laughlin 1 night on the twisting roads of Devil’s Elbow before reaching Day 13 Las Vegas/Victorville: Cross the border into Las Vegas 1 night ~ Victorville 1 night Joplin (335 miles) California and traverse the Mojave Desert which offers Los Angeles 1 night Day 5 Joplin/Oklahoma City: Head west through some of the most dramatic scenery in Southern California Oklahoma, passing through the towns of Miami, (282 miles). What you need to know Claremore and Catoosa, where the legendary Blue Whale Day 14 Victorville/Los Angeles: Ride the Angeles Crest resides. Pass through the lands of several Native American Highway, considered one of the top motorcycle rides in Departures: On selected dates. Please ask for details. tribes and then further west ride through El Reno – over southern California. Next, descend into the Los Angeles Accommodation: 3-4# hotels throughout. the mile-long bridge, near Bridgeport and into Oklahoma Basin and head for the Pacific Ocean and the “End of the Meals: Room only. City, the heart and soul of Route 66 (255 miles). Trail” sign on the Santa Monica Pier (124 miles). Tour price: The price shown is based on the best value Day 6 Oklahoma City/Amarillo: Travel along some Day 15 Los Angeles: Travel to the airport for your travel dates in low season and includes international flights, of the oldest stretches of Oklahoma’s Route 66, once the onward journey. motorcycle rental, helmets for the driver and passenger, land of vast buffalo herds. Ride along a section of the multilingual professional tour guide, support van and spare Chisholm Trail, which passes through Yukon and El Reno, Rio Grande motorcycle, professionally designed route, EagleRider and stop at Clinton’s amazing Route 66 Museum. Cross rPideHitnraigfniecjdaoccFkkoerStehasatnkderhVoitlelal gaec,cMomamssoadchautisoentt.s into the Texas Panhandle, the southernmost portion of the Great Plains (266 miles). 88 California Day 7 Amarillo/Santa Fe: Pass through the world famous Cadillac Ranch and stop at the midway point of RT 66 in Adrian, Texas. From there, enter the land of the Comanche Indians, where mesas, mountains, cactus and pines define the landscape. Ride into the High Plains and altitude of Santa Fe in central New Mexico, one of America’s oldest cities (303 miles). Day 8 Santa Fe: At leisure to enjoy this south western city. Perhaps you would like to take a ride along the river valley to the old Native American Indian town of Taos, play cowboy for a day on a horseback ride along a mountain or canyon trail, or simply relax! Day 9 Santa Fe/Gallup: Head south to Albuquerque. Later, cross the Rio Grande and travel west out into the Navajo wilderness. Further on ride through Grants and along Cibola National Forest towards Gallup – an old railroad town and Indian stronghold (271 miles). prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

AMTRAK TRAIN TOUR California Zephyr £229914 night self-drive tour from pp California Zephyr Chicago San FrancisUScaotltaLCahkoe CliotyradDoenvKeransaIsllinois Amtrak Train tour California ever-changing vistas•beautiful route across the USA•discover great cities Chicago 3 nights ~ Amtrak train 1 night Denver 3 nights ~ Salt Lake City 3 nights Day 1: Fly to Chicago. On arrival transfer to your hotel. Day 12 Amtrak Train/San Francisco: This morning the Amtrak train 1 night ~ San Francisco 3 nights Days 2-3 Chicago: A hop-on-hop-off tour is included train reaches Reno in Nevada then heads on to California so all the great city sights can be explored easily. Stop passings through Colfax, Roseville and Sacramento before San Francisco include Navy Pier and the Willis Tower. We’ve also arriving into Emeryville. Board an Amtrak bus for San included an Odyssey dinner cruise for soaking up the Francisco and on arrival make your way to your hotel. What you need to know skyline views from Lake Michigan. Days 13-14 San Francisco: Two full days to explore. Day 4 Chicago/Amtrak train: Make your way to Union Once again, to make sightseeing easier, we’ve included a Departures: Daily. Station to board the California Zephyr train. Sit back 72 hour All Loops hop-on-hop-off tour, which allows you Accommodation: 4# Silversmith, Chicago; and enjoy the midwest scenery as you begin your epic to see the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, Union 4# DoubleTree by Hilton, Denver; 3# Little America journey. The Sightseer Lounge/Cafe is ideal for viewing Square, Chinatown and, not forgetting, infamous Alcatraz Hotel, Salt Lake City & 3# Cartwright Hotel, San the spectacular vistas along the way and sells a variety of Island where a fascinating self-guided tour is offered. Francisco. snacks and beverages. Alternatively, hot meals are offered Day 15 San Francisco: Transfer to the airport for your Meals: Room only. in the Dining Car. onward journey. Tour price: The price shown is based on the best value Day 5 Amtrak train/Denver: Early this morning, the travel dates in low season and includes international flights, train reaches Denver in Colorado where you disembark overnight Amtrak rail travel in a superliner roomette from and make your way to your hotel. This former cowboy Chicago to Denver, daytime travel on Amtrak (economy town is a cosmopolitan delight with a growing culinary seat) between Denver and Salt Lake City, overnight Amtrak and arts scene, plus plenty of brewpubs, great parks and rail travel in a superliner roomette from Salt Lake City to cycling trails. San Francisco, accommodation as shown and sightseeing Days 6-7 Denver: Attractions you may want to see in Chicago and San Francisco as outlined. include Denver Botanic Gardens, a variety of museums, Colorado State Capitol and the US Mint. Also not California 89 to be missed are Larimer Square, with restored Civil War buildings, art galleries, shops and restaurants; or 16th Street Mall, a European-style pedestrian precinct with stores, boutiques and restaurants. In addition, the city has around 50 microbreweries. Day 8 Denver/Salt Lake City: Return to Union Station this morning to reboard the California Zephyr. The next 300 miles are incredibly scenic as the train makes its passage over the Rockies and along the Colorado River. The train continues into Utah and towards Salt Lake City, where it arrives late this evening. Disembark and make your way to your hotel. Days 9-10 Salt Lake City: Nestled at the foot of the rugged Wasatch Mountains, Salt Lake City is a small, navigable city and the religious centre of the Mormons. Temple Square, which is the holy place of the Mormons, is a great starting point with the Mormon Temple among the principal sights. Nearby you’ll find the State Capitol, Place Heritage Park, Liberty Park, Beehive House along with theatres and shopping. Day 11 Salt Lake City/Amtrak train: A full day to continue sightseeing or shopping, before returning to the station for a late evening departure and overnight on the California Zephyr train. Willis Tower, Chicago visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk

Northern California To Portland Redwood National State Park Eureka Redding California Lake Tahoe Nevada Sacramento San Francisco Napa NaYtoiosneamlitPeark Mammoth Lakes Monterey Sequoia Death Valley Carmel National Park National Park San Simeon Getting there: San Francisco is around 11 hours flying time from the UK. Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco Best time to go: Northern California is a year-round destination although the weather is variable. At higher altitudes expect beautiful summers, snowy winters and striking colour in spring and autumn. From the beguiling city of San Francisco, the glorious wine region of Napa and the stunning wilderness of Yosemite to the vast coastline and tallest of the world’s trees, Northern California inspires all who visit. With its myriad hills, crimson bridge and Nature looms large in World Heritage listed California’s state capitol, Sacramento, always spectacular bay, San Francisco is undeniably Yosemite National Park, a vast wilderness has plenty going on. Museums are centred one of the world’s great cities. Full of history, with miles of rivers, lakes, waterfalls, peaks around the Capitol Mall area and in historic Old vibrant neighbourhoods, elegant Victorian and valleys. Other natural attractions include Town Sacramento, the renovated area along the homes, parks, beaches, museums and a whole the impressive grandeur of the giant sequoia river that was a core hub during the Gold Rush. host of entertainment options. Top attractions forests at Sequoia National Park or the soaring include Alcatraz Island, Fisherman’s Wharf, redwoods at Redwood National Park; the forest- Further south, Death Valley National Park is an Union Square, The Presido, Nob Hill and rimmed Lake Tahoe, which straddles the border awe-inspiring land of volcanic craters, brilliantly- Golden Gate Park. with Nevada and attracts outdoor enthusiasts coloured rock formations and desolate salt flats. year round; or Mammoth Lakes, a laid-back You can’t get any lower than this in the western Roughly an hour’s drive north of San Francisco mountain town where you can enjoy all manner hemisphere and, in summer, you can’t get much and boasting more than 400 wineries, Napa of outdoor pursuits. hotter. Valley is a connoisseur’s paradise. Enhance your Stay Excursions perfectly enhance your holiday and offer excellent value. Prices are per person. Bike the Bay Cycling Tour San Francisco CityPASS California Wine Country All Loops Alcatraz from £47 from £79 from £95 from £117 This 2-3 hour tour begins in the scenic Attractions included are Blue & Gold Fleet This full day tour begins with a stop at Vista The All Loops ticket is valid for 72 hours waterfront district passing Fisherman’s Wharf, Bay Cruise Adventure, California Academy of Point for views of the Golden Gate Bridge with the freedom to explore the city, across the Marina and the Presido. Continue on to Sciences, Aquarium of the Bay and your choice before continuing to Sonoma or the Napa four different routes, at your own pace from Fort Point before crossing the Golden Gate of Exploratorium or San Francisco Museum of Valley. You will visit three wineries (time atop a double decker bus. Also included is Bridge. Cycle onwards to Sausalito where Modern Art. Also enjoy 3 days unlimited use of permitting) for tours and tastings. Available a return ferry ticket to Alcatraz and audio- the tour concludes. A return ferry ticket is the public transportation system, including the daily from San Francisco. guided tour of Alcatraz Prison. Available included. Available daily from San Francisco. famous cable cars. Available daily. daily from San Francisco (except 25 Dec). Yosemite National Park Day Tour Redwoods & Wfromin£e11C9ountry Escape San Francifsrocmo£D12in9ner Cruise from £155 San Francisco Helicopter Vista Tour from £179 Stroll through the spectacular Sequoia When the sun sets and city lights twinkle, Travel through the Central Valley, the foothills On this 15-20 minute helicopter tour soar Redwood trees before a short drive north takes board your cruise yacht for a relaxing dinner- of the Sierra Nevadas and into gold country over the San Francisco Hills and city skyline. you to Wine Country. Visit both the Sonoma dance cruise on the San Francisco Bay. See to Yosemite National Park. Enjoy three hours Enjoy bird’s eye views of landmarks including and Napa Valleys stopping at three wineries Alcatraz, Angel Island, Sausalito and sail right to explore as you wish. Perhaps walk to the Alcatraz Island and when weather conditions for a tasting. under the Golden Gate Bridge. Available Lower Falls, rent a bike or hike some of the permit, fly over and under the Golden Gate Available daily from San Francisco. daily from San Francisco. trails. Available daily from San Francisco. Bridge. Available daily from San Francisco. 90 California prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

SAN FRANCISCO Golden Gate Bridge £7993 night independent tour from Alcatraz pp Lombard Street San Francisco Highlights 3 night independent tour Hop-on-hop-off sightseeing tour included•visit fascinating Alcatraz•ample leisure time to explore Day 1 San Francisco: On arrival transfer to your hotel. Day 4 San Francisco: Time for last minute sightseeing Day 2 San Francisco: To assist with your sightseeing, an or shopping. Perhaps take a stroll around Chinatown, All Loops double decker tour ticket is included, which is see the seals at Pier 39, ride on a cable car or watch the valid for 72 hours and allows you to explore the city at traffic weave along crooked Lombard Street. Later, transfer your own pace. There are four different routes around the back to the airport for your overnight flight to the UK. city, with full narration on board ensuring you do not miss Alternatively, why not extend your stay and explore more a thing. The Downtown Loop includes Fisherman’s Wharf, of California. Union Square, Chinatown, Lombard Street and Pier 39, while the Sausalito Tour loop includes a drive over the What you need to know iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Departures: Daily. Day 3 San Francisco: No visit to this great city would Accommodation: 3# BW Cartwright Union Square. be complete without a visit to infamous Alcatraz and your Meals: Room only. All Loops ticket includes ferry tickets to the ‘Rock’ for an Tour price: The price shown is based on the best audio walking tour of the prison, once home to some of value travel dates in low season and includes return America’s most notorious criminals, including Al ‘Scarface’ international flights from the UK, return airport shuttle Capone. It’s a fascinating experience to hear the first hand transfers, 3 nights accommodation and 72 hour All Loops accounts and view the tiny cells. hop-on-hop-off city tour with Alcatraz. Smart Choice Historic section room Standard room from £79 from £118 Standard room from £139 per person per night per person per night per person per night BW Cartwright Union Sq Handlery Union Square Argonaut Fisherman’s Wharf 3# San Francisco 3#PLUS San Francisco 4#PLUS San Francisco Smart Choice - enjoy quintessential This family-owned hotel, set in the heart of San With a name like the Argonaut, it’s impossible not San Francisco charm in a fantastic location Francisco at Union Square, welcomes you with to speak of this hotel in grand terms. Located in personal service, comfortable rooms and a warm Fisherman’s Wharf and inspired by the Greek legend Ideally located just one block from bustling Union atmosphere. Ideally located near main attractions, and Gold Rush era adventurers, it resides within an Square, this great value hotel is the epicentre of the including the world famous cable car right at the hotel historic 1907 building of exposed brick, Douglas Fir city’s best shopping, dining and entertainment venues. corner, the many shops of fashionable Union Square beams and much seaside character. From most rooms It’s also walking distance from Chinatown and just a as well as great dining options. Guest rooms are you’ll discover picture-perfect views and a whole host short walk from the famous Powell Street cable car situated in either the historic or premier sections of the of tasteful touches. line, where you can catch a ride to Fisherman’s Wharf. property and are all well-appointed. The hotel does not have it’s own restaurant but is Features: 252 rooms•restaurant•fitness centre surrounded by a multitude of options with cuisine from Features: 377 rooms•restaurant•bar•swimming pool •free bicycle rentals (first come first served)•free WiFi around the globe. •fitness room•sauna•free WiFi•parking •valet parking Features: 114 rooms•bar serving light snacks•free WiFi Accommodation: In historic section rooms with TV, hairdryer, Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, iHome, mini •parking tea/coffee maker, mini fridge, safe and iron & ironing board. bar, hairdryer, coffee maker, iron & ironing board and safe. Accommodation: In recently refurbished standard rooms with Some rooms have shower only. TV, hairdryer and iron & ironing board Upgrade options: Larger premier rooms, many with a balcony. Premier Plus FREE daily American breakfast for two. visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk California 91

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA SIDE TRIP Napa Valley £2192 night self-drive tour from pp California Wine Country 2 night self-drive side trip world-class wineries•numerous ways to explore and enjoy the great outdoors•fantastic food Day 1 San Francisco/Napa Valley: Collect your hire Day 3 Napa Valley/San Francisco: Before leaving, why car and head north for about an hour to the Napa Valley, not book a hot air balloon ride. It’s a unique and inspiring long considered California’s most famous wine region. way to appreciate the valley’s lush, rolling hills and Boasting more than 400 wineries, quaint towns, outdoor gorgeous coastline. Most launch just after dawn and float activities aplenty, shopping, museums, art walks, fine food, up in the air as the golden Californian sunshine spreads music and nightlife, there’s much to see and do. across the valley. Return to San Francisco where your tour Day 2 Napa Valley: With more than 400 wineries in concludes. Alternatively, carry on to Yosemite or down the the region, choosing which to visit will depend on where Pacific Coast Highway? you stay and the type of experience you’re seeking. For a quintessential Napa experience, follow the Silverado Trail, What you need to know a two-lane country road, trimmed with shady oaks and world-class vineyards. Enjoy the drive along this scenic Departures: Daily. route, or rent a bike and pedal between the wineries! Accommodation: This side trip is available at choice of Organised tours are plentiful and include the Napa Valley three hotels. See below for details. Wine Trolley and Napa Valley Wine Train. There are Meals: Room only. also several museums for exploring local history, art walks Tour price: The price shown is based on the best value in the city of Napa and Yountville, championship golf travel dates in low season and includes 3 days fully courses and hiking trails through stunning state parks. inclusive 4 door compact car hire and accommodation as stated. £2 n2ig1hts9fropmp Luxury room £2 n2ig5hts9fropmp £2 n3ig2hts9fropmp DoubleTree by Hilton River Terrace Inn Meritage Resort & Spa 4# Sonoma Wine Country 3#PLUS Napa Valley 4# Napa Valley Centrally located in one of Northern California’s most Within easy walking distance to various tasting rooms, Perfectly blending world-class luxury with exceptional beautiful regions, the DoubleTree by Hilton is nestled restaurants, The Culinary Institute of America, Oxbow hospitality, the Meritage offers the ultimate Napa within two 18 hole championship golf courses and is Public Market, the Napa Valley Wine Train, as well Valley resort experience. From culinary excellence within easy reach of over 400 wineries. Perhaps play as various nightlife options, River Terrace Inn is the to exemplary facilities and nine acres of stunning a round or two of golf, hire a bike and explore or perfect location to enjoy the best of downtown Napa. vineyards with hiking trails, you can enjoy the very best enjoy a dip in the pool. After a busy day, look forward Or venture just a bit further and discover lush vineyards of Napa Valley without ever leaving the resort. The to grabbing a glass of wine and enjoying the spacious and hundreds of Americas best wineries, all within a beautifully-appointed accommodation features custom outdoor patios or perhaps relaxing beside the fireplace short drive. furnishings and a warm Tuscan-inspired decor. in the inviting lobby. Features: 106 rooms•restaurant•bar•fitness centre Features: 322 rooms•2 restaurants•2 bars•coffee shop Features: 245 rooms•restaurant•2 bars•swimming pool •in-room spa treatments•free bike rentals•free WiFi •wine cellar tasting room•2 swimming pools (one for adults •fitness centre•tennis•two 18 hole golf courses•bicycle •free parking only)•jacuzzis•fitness studio•Spa Terra•bicycle rentals rentals•valet parking Accommodation: In village side rooms with TV, hairdryer, •ten pin bowling lanes•hiking trails•private vineyard Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, mini mini bar, iron & ironing board and safe. •daily shuttle to downtown Napa•parking fridge, coffee maker, iron & ironing board and safe. Upgrade options: Village side deluxe rooms which also offer Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, Upgrade options: Courtyard view rooms with a balcony. a balcony•river side rooms•larger luxury rooms. coffee maker, iron & ironing board and safe. 92 California prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA SIDE TRIP Yosemite National Park £4253 night self-drive tour from Glacier Point pp Yosemite National Park 3 night self-drive side trip UNESCO World Heritage Site•spectacular natural scenery year-round•myriad array of activities Day 1 San Francisco/Yosemite National Park: Collect Day 4 Yosemite National Park/San Francisco: Enjoy Yosemite Falls your hire car and drive to Yosemite National Park, a further time to marvel at this incredible natural spectacle. designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Covering If visiting in spring, this is the best time to experience the more than 1,100 square miles, Yosemite features amazing waterfalls, which include Bridalveil, Nevada, Ribbon and natural beauty and is the ultimate year-round outdoor Yosemite. Later, return to San Francisco where your tour playground. concludes. Alternatively, continue your journey through Day 2 Yosemite National Park: Perhaps begin your Death Valley to Las Vegas? explorations in the Valley Floor, which is well-known for its incredible views of Half Dome, El Capitan, Glacier Point, What you need to know Sentinel Rock and Yosemite Falls. It’s relatively flat which makes it ideal for walking or biking, however shuttle buses Departures: Daily. and tours are also available. Accommodation: This side trip is available at choice of Day 3 Yosemite National Park: Yosemite is truly a three hotels. See below for details. paradise for any hiker. Easy trails such as Lower Yosemite Meals: Room only. Falls and Bridalveil will suit those seeking a short walk Tour price: The price shown is based on the best value that brings you close to these wonders. More challenging travel dates in low season and includes 4 days fully trails include Mist Trail, Four Mile Trail or Sentinel Dome inclusive compact car hire and accommodation as stated. Trail. An array of seasonal activities are available such as rafting, climbing lessons, trail rides, ice skating and snowboarding. Traditional room with balcony £3 n4ig2hts5fropmp Premium lodge room £3 n4ig3hts5fropmp £3 n7ig3hts5fropmp Yosemite Valley Lodge Tenaya Lodge The Majestic 2# Yosemite NP 4# Yosemite NP 4# Yosemite NP A close proximity to Yosemite Falls makes this Tenaya Lodge is framed by evergreen forest near This historic hotel nestles in a beautiful valley close to comfortable lodge a perfect base for exploring Yosemite National Park’s south gate. The lodge offers Yosemite Falls, Half Dome and Glacier Point. Known Yosemite National Park. It’s also convenient for those an extensive array of activities, including guided hikes for its stunning interior design and architecture, it interested in hiking Half Dome, Glacier Point or one of and snowshoe walks, mountain bike and snowshoe was specifically designed to highlight its natural many other trails. Indeed the lodge’s location makes rentals, ice skating, horse riding, archery and more. In surroundings and is listed on the National Register it an extremely sought after place to stay, so do book addition, there’s a choice of dining venues, a world- of Historic Places. Open year round, this National early! Its glass and wood architecture harmoniously class spa, swimming pools and comfortable rooms. Historic Landmark offers a perfect balance of history, blend with the surroundings and the ample windows hospitality and elegance. It is very popular, so do allow in the bright mountain sunshine while providing Features: 294 rooms•5 restaurants•2 bars•3 swimming bear in mind that you will need to book early to avoid remarkable views. pools (seasonal)•indoor swimming pool•spa•fitness disappointment! centre•yoga classes•archery•horse riding•golf nearby Features: 245 rooms•restaurant•bar•swimming pool •climbing wall•ice skating (seasonal)•mountain bikes Features: 123 rooms•restaurant•bar•swimming pool (seasonal)•free WiFi•free parking •fishing•video game arcade•children’s activities•parking (seasonal)•tennis•hiking trails•horse riding•bicycle Accommodation: In traditional rooms with hairdryer, coffee Accommodation: In premium lodge rooms with TV, coffee rentals•free WiFi•free parking maker, fridge and some rooms also have a balcony or patio. maker, fridge, microwave, iron & ironing board and safe. Accommodation: In classic rooms with TV, hairdryer, coffee There are no televisions or air-conditioning in the rooms, maker, fridge and iron & ironing board. although fans are provided. Premier Plus California 93 Early booking room discounts: On selected dates between Apr 19-Mar 20 if you book by 30 Jan 19 and stay at least 3 nights. visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA SIDE TRIPS Redwood National Park State Capitol Building, Sacramento £4695 night self-drive tour from Pittock Mansion, Portland £5496 night self-drive tour from pp pp San Francisco to Seattle North California & Redwood National Park 6 night self-drive side trip 5 night self-drive side trip charming north coast towns•soaring redwood trees•volcanic landscapes Pacific coast states•glorious natural scenery•fascinating cities Eureka 2 nights ~ Redding 2 nights ~ Sacramento 1 night Eureka 1 night ~ Coos Bay 1 night ~ Portland 2 nights ~ Seattle 2 nights Day 1 San Francisco/Eureka: Collect your hire car and take less travelled roads to Day 1 San Francisco/Eureka: Collect your hire car and head north to the quaint and discover California’s wild north coast. Stopping points along the way include Point Reyes lively seaport city of Eureka. Thanks to hundreds to ornate 19th century homes, the entire National Seashore and the charming hamlet of Mendocino. Eureka is the largest coastal city is a state historic landmark and a captivating mix of nature and culture with a small- city between San Francisco and Portland, Oregon and is an inviting place with hundreds town feel (271 miles). of ornate 19th century homes that reflect the town’s formative years when lumber was king Day 2 Eureka/Coos Bay: We recommend a stop at the Redwood National & State (271 miles). Parks, one of California’s crown jewels. This spectacular network of national and state Day 2 Eureka: Start your explorations along the waterfront, where a pretty esplanade parks has dozens of soft paths allowing you to walk among the soaring redwoods, which provides views of the harbour and adjacent Humboldt Bay. Eureka is also the southern grow over 350 feet. Your overnight destination is Coos Bay, one of Oregon’s most scenic gateway to the Redwood National & State Parks, one of California’s crown jewels and coastal areas it lies at the southern entrance to the Oregon Dunes National Recreation well worth a visit. This spectacular network of national and state parks has dozens of soft Area and has miles and miles of sand dunes (215 miles). paths letting you walk among the soaring redwoods, which grow over 350 feet. Day 3 Coos Bay/Portland: Before departing, learn more about Coos Bay by visiting the Day 3 Eureka/Redding: Before you depart, perhaps visit Eureka’s small maritime museums that tell its storied past. While you can follow an inland route, we recommend museum or, perhaps soak up the history in the adjacent Old Town. Your route today takes you take the Pacific Coast Scenic Byway north and perhaps stop in Newport, which sits on you through Shasta-Trinity National Forest, a huge wilderness area with lakes and trails. Yaquina Bay. Other points of interest include Otter Rock and the fishing village of Depoe Continue onwards to the outdoor paradise of Redding (147 miles). Bay. Continue to Portland, Oregon’s largest city and one of the world’s great places for Day 4 Redding: A day to enjoy the Great Outdoors through some of the hiking and beer, cheap food, funky neighbourhoods, forest hikes and more (238 miles). biking trails or perhaps explore nearby Lassen Volcanic National Park, home to steaming Day 4 Portland: In the west of the city you’ll find Washington Park which contains a fumaroles, meadows freckled with wildflowers, clear mountain lakes and numerous number of tourist attractions, including the famed International Rose Test Garden, which volcanoes. This evening, head to downtown Redding where you’ll find historical theatres, was founded in 1917 and is the oldest continuously operated public rose test garden in live music hot spots, classic and contemporary eateries along with some great bars. the USA. See also the grand Pittock Mansion, Waterfront Park and Powell’s City of Books Day 5 Redding/Sacramento: Drive south to the state capital, Sacramento. En route, or, perhaps discover some of the many craft breweries and hundreds of food carts. there are numerous small towns where you can break your journey, including Red Day 5 Portland/Seattle: Today’s drive takes you further north and into the state of Bluff, Corning and Williams. When you reach Sacramento, we recommend you begin Washington. Consider stopping off in the state capital, Olympia, where numerous hiking your explorations in Old Sacramento, a 28 acre historic riverfront district with shops, and biking trails lead through the evergreen forests to saltwater beaches. Continue to restaurants and attractions. Here, you’ll find the State Capitol building, Capitol Park, Seattle, a city rich in culture and easy-going lifestyles; it’s also nicknamed the ‘coffee Sutter’s Fort and the Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park. If you prefer an up to capital’ of the USA with an espresso bar on almost every corner (173 miles). date vibe, head to downtown or midtown Sacramento, where the city’s main theatres, art Day 6 Seattle: Attractions within this great city include the Seattle Centre along with its galleries, cultural venues plus shops and entertainment venues can be found (162 miles). iconic Space Needle, which were originally build for the 1962 World’s Fair. Pioneer Day 6 Sacramento/San Francisco: Sacramento is regarded as America’s farm-to- Square is the city’s historic heart with numerous Victorian-era buildings and the Klondike fork capital due to a setting amid a diverse range of high quality farms, ranches and Gold Rush National Historic Park. A string of piers and parks line the Seattle waterfront, vineyards. Perhaps visit one of the fantastic wineries before returning to San Francisco home to the Seattle Aquarium, the Seattle Great Wheel and the Olympic Sculpture Park. where your tour concludes (88 miles). Alternatively, carry on exploring and visit Yosemite Day 7 Seattle: Drop off your car and your tour concludes. Alternatively, extend your stay National Park. and explore the Pacific Northwest. What you need to know What you need to know Departures: Daily. Departures: Daily Accommodation: 3# Best Western Plus Bayshore View Inn, Eureka; 3# Best Western Accommodation: 3# Best Western Plus Bayshore View Inn, Eureka; 3# Best Western Plus Twin View Inn, Redding; 4# Kimpton Sawyer, Sacramento Holiday Motel, Coos Bay; 3# Benson Hotel, Portland; 3# Warwick Seattle. Meals: Room only. Meals: Room only. Tour price: The price shown is based on the best value travel dates in low season and Tour price: The price shown is based on the best value travel dates in low season and includes 7 days fully inclusive 4 door compact car hire and accommodation as stated. includes 6 days fully inclusive 4 door compact car hire and accommodation as stated. prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals! 94 California

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA TOURING HOTELS Deluxe room One bedroomfromsu£ite1li2vin9g room Standard room from £83 from £99 per person per night Hotel Azure per person per night per person per night Kimpton Sawyer 3# Lake Tahoe Hyatt Regency 4# Sacramento 4# Lake Tahoe This new hotel brings an entirely new level of This contemporary mountain retreat nestles amongst This alpine paradise resides within the scenic Sierra sophistication and exclusivity to downtown Sacramento majestic alpines across from the pristine shores of Mountains and offers everything from inviting guest with a wonderful location on Downtown Commons. South Lake Tahoe, just minutes away from numerous rooms to outdoor adventures. Relax in the lagoon-style At this unrivalled urban retreat you can socialise over activities. Unwind beside the pool and hot tub, borrow pool, sample the restaurants and lounges, or take in cocktails and cuisine at Revival at the Sawyer on the chic a bike and cycle through the towering pine forests or, the mountain views from beside a fire pit overlooking pool deck which overlooks Golden 1 Centre; savour relax and play at the adjacent Tahoe Bowl before the lake. In the winter, take advantage of the free ski more formal dining at Echo and Rig; or perhaps enjoy a fuelling up at one of the area’s inviting restaurants. shuttles and on-site ski and snowboard rental. game of bowling, billiards, ping pong or darts at Punch Guest rooms have plenty of space to unwind and Bowl Social. feature a decor that brings nature indoors thanks to Features: 422 rooms•5 restaurants•7 bars•casino dark woods and calming neutral shades. •swimming pool (indoor & outdoor access)•jacuzzis•spa Features: 250 rooms•2 restaurants•bar•swimming pool •fitness centre•private beach with watercraft rentals and •fitness centre•weekend yoga•free use of bicycles Features: 99 rooms•cafe•swimming pool•fitness boat tours•winter activities•children’s club for 5-12 years •in room spa services•valet parking room•game room•bicycles•free WiFi•free parking (seasonal)•free shuttle to Incline Village•free WiFi•parking Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, iPod dock, Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, mini bar, yoga Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, mini fridge, coffee maker and hairdryer. mat and hairdryer. microwave, hairdryer, iron & ironing board, coffee machine and patio/balcony. Premier Plus Upgrade options: Deluxe rooms. Upgrade options: Lake view rooms. Early booking room discounts: On selected dates Oct 19 -Mar 20 if you book by 26 Sep 19 and stay at least 4 nights. Premier Plus Premier Plus Also receive a free room upgrade, spa day pass for two and US$10 casino coupons for two. May not apply to all rooms. FREE morning coffee & tea service. FREE 2 hour bicycle & snowshoe use (seasonal). Nightly hosted wine hour. One bedroomfrosumit£e 7liv9ing room from £54 Standard room from £79 per person per night per person per night per person per night Juniper Springs Resort Wuksachi Lodge Ranch at Death Valley 3# Mammoth Lakes 3# Sequoia National Park 4# Death Valley National Park This family-friendly resort delivers all the comfort of Wuksachi Lodge boasts a prime position in the Formerly known as Furnace Creek Resort, the Ranch home and is framed by Mammoth’s vast world-famous charming Ash Mountain Entrance Sequoia area of at Death Valley offers a casual setting with western- ski terrain. Offering ski-in, ski-out convenience, summer Sequoia National Park. Open year-round the lodge themed grounds, making you feel as though you’ve activities and just a half hour walk to the resort centre offers convenient ski-in and ski-out access along been transported back to the 1800s when the site was with its dining and nightlife. with plenty of recreation activities to enjoy anytime a working ranch. Today’s modern amenities are much of year. The decor of cedar and stone is accented in evidence, with recently refurbished guest rooms, Features: 180 suites•restaurant•swimming pool•fitness by natural woods, cosy fireplaces and striking views a spring-fed swimming pool, tennis courts and a golf room•game room•DVD film/game rentals•bicycle rentals of the Sierra mountain peaks and enchanting forest. course - which is the lowest elevation course in the •in-resort transportation (seasonal)•lawn games (seasonal) The lodge’s restaurant features mouthwatering Sierra world. •ski rentals•free WiFi Alpine cuisine, while the cocktail lounge has an inviting Accommodation: In one bedroom suites with TV, full size atmosphere making it an ideal place to relax. Features: 124 rooms•2 restaurants•bar•swimming pool gourmet kitchen, hairdryer, iron & ironing board and balcony. •tennis•18 hole golf course •horse riding (seasonal) Features: 102 rooms•restaurant•bar•game room •children’s playground•free WiFi•free parking Premier Plus •free WiFi in main lodge•free parking Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, Accommodation: In standard rooms, which are around coffee maker, mini fridge, iron & ironing board and patio or FREE nights 100-200 yards from the main lodge, with TV, hairdryer, tea/ balcony. 7 for 6: Dec 18-Oct 19. coffee maker, mini fridge and iron & ironing board. FREE Scenic Gondola tickets for two: Dec 18-Oct 19 if California 95 you stay at least 2 nights. visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk

Pacific Coast Highway San Francisco Yosemite National Park Monterey California Pebble Beach Sequoia National Park Carmel San Simeon San Luis Obispo Pismo Beach Solvang Santa Barbara Ventura Getting there: Our suggested starting point, Monterey, is about 2 hours drive from San Francisco. Best time to go: It’s possible to explore this iconic route year-round, although you can expect it to be busy during the summer months. Pacific Coast Highway Santa Barbara Few routes can deliver such an exhilarating driving experience as the Pacific Coast Highway, also known as Highway One. This celebrated route twists and turns along the Pacific coast with dramatic scenery around each corner, it’s a must-do whilst in California! Whilst the Pacific Coast Highway does run along Driving on from Carmel, you reach perhaps the Pismo Beach is a delightful vintage beach town most of the state’s coastline, the most popular most iconic landmark of the route, Bixby Bridge. crammed with beach cottages, surf shops and section is from Monterey to Santa Barbara. There are several places to stop for a treasured clam chowder joints. Don’t miss the historic Pismo Driving the route from north to south is ideal, as photograph and to soak up the sight of one of Beach Pier, which dates back to 1928, and you’ll be on the ocean side of the road the entire the country’s most admired bridges. is the closest thing to a town square in Pismo way, with unobstructed views of the coastline. Beach. Here you can walk out over the waves Bixby Bridge lies within the stretch of coastline to watch the surfers or maybe try your hand at There are many major stops along the way as known as Big Sur. Wild and incomparably fishing. From the pier, stroll along the oceanfront well as numerous scenic lookouts for soaking up beautiful, Big Sur is fabled for mountains boardwalk, or just hike along the broad, flat the jaw-dropping views. Keep your eyes peeled that plunge to the crashing surf and majestic expanse of beach. for migrating whales which can often be seen redwood forests cloaked in ocean fog. Take a swimming just off shore. peek at Point Sur Lighthouse, which has guided Towards the end of the route, head slightly mariners along this coast since 1889 or enjoy inland to fascinating Solvang. Founded by It’s well worth staying a night or two in the scenic splendour of Andrew Molera and Danish immigrants in 1911, this charming village Monterey, which is wrapped by the Pacific on Pfeiffer Big Sur State Parks. Further along the has gingerbread architecture, twirling windmills three sides. See the world-renowned Monterey coast is Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park where an and a mix of bakeries selling tempting pastries, Bay Aquarium or stand on the deck nearby and 80 foot waterfall cascades from the granite cliffs chocolatiers and kitschy souvenir shops. watch the otters floating in the dense beds of onto the beach. sea kelp. Take a stroll around the quirky shops The coastal enclave of Santa Barbara is the of Cannery Row, made famous by author John Continue south and you’ll discover one of the place to experience Mediterranean-style magic Steinbeck, or perhaps rent a bike and follow the best wildlife experiences in the state at Piedras as Spanish-style architecture is adorned with coast around the peninsula. We also recommend Blancas. Here, up to 17,000 elephant seals pile red-tiled rooftops and trailing bougainvillea. detouring for a drive along 17 Mile Drive to up on the narrow strip of rocky beach literally Hire a bike and pedal along the famous seafront picturesque Pebble Beach and its world-famous steps from where cars whizz along the highway. to Stearns Wharf, where you can sit and enjoy golf course. a portion of fish and chips. Take a stroll along Five miles on and you reach San Simeon, best State Street for some fabulous shopping or On Monterey Peninsula’s south side, you’ll known for lavish Hearst Castle, the former splash around the waterfront in a kayak. find the artsy enclave of Carmel. The streets of residence of publishing magnate, William the main village are lined with galleries, cosy Randolph Hearst. It’s an extraordinary temple to gastropubs and welcoming inns. The Carmel opulence and excess, with 165 rooms, Mission is one of the state’s most beautiful and 127 acres of terraced gardens and wraparound the white sands of Carmel Beach are a great views of the Central Coast. place for a stroll. prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals! 96 California

PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY TOURING HOTELS from £79 Standard room from £79 from £439 per person per night per person per night per person per night Hotel Abrego Carmel Mission Inn Post Ranch Inn 3#PLUS Monterey 3#PLUS Carmel 5# Big Sur The Spanish-style Hotel Abrego is conveniently tucked This charming hotel is situated on Highway 1 providing High atop the cliffs of Big Sur and the Pacific Ocean away, yet just a short stroll from, the busy shops, a central location to explore Carmel and the Monterey sits this serene retreat, a luxurious escape which blends boutiques and restaurants of downtown. Cannery Row, Peninsula. Outdoor enthusiasts will love Carmel’s rustic elegance, comfort and privacy with panoramic the aquarium, 17 Mile Drive and a small shopping breathtaking beaches, great restaurants, world-class views. Guests can relax by the pools, rejuvenate with mall are all within a few minutes drive. When the sights golf courses and endless variety of leisure activities. an in-room massage, spa treatment or yoga class, or have been seen, this welcoming retreat offers a small The Inn itself offers a heated pool, spacious hot tub, a head out to explore all that nature has to offer. swimming pool and sun deck where you can refresh fitness room and spa services, while the cosy rooms are and unwind. The Bistro Abrego serves up locally bright and welcoming with all home comforts. Features: 39 rooms•restaurant•library•swimming pool sourced fresh seafood dishes and the guest rooms •hot tubs•gym•yoga•spa•activities•free WiFi are extremely welcoming with a warm decor, custom Features: 165 rooms•restaurant•bar•swimming pool •valet parking furnishings and luxury linens. •gym•jacuzzi•spa services•free WiFi•free parking Accommodation: In lower butterfly rooms with hairdryer, iPod Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, coffee dock, tea/coffee maker, iron & ironing board, safe and deck Features: 93 rooms•restaurant•swimming pool maker, fridge, iron & ironing board, iPod dock and safe. with tree and mountain views. There are no TVs in the rooms. •jacuzzi•exercise studio•free WiFi•free parking Some rooms also have a balcony. Upgrade options: Ocean view rooms. Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, tea/ Note: Saturday arrivals are not permitted. Note: Children under 18 years are not permitted. coffee maker, fridge, iron & ironing board and safe. Some rooms have a balcony or patio and most rooms include a Premier Plus Premier Plus fireplace. Early booking room discounts: 01 Dec 18-31 Mar & FREE daily gourmet buffet breakfast. 25 Aug 19-31 Mar 20 if you book by 27 Feb 19 and stay at FREE mini bar: Non-alcoholic drinks and snacks. least 3 nights Sun-Thu. FREE activities: Yoga, guided nature walks, edible tours of FREE daily breakfast for two: Dec 18-Mar 20. the chef’s garden & star gazing. Days and times vary. Specialty room from £55 Ocean view room from £59 from £79 Apple Farm Inn per person per night per person per night per person per night 3# San Luis Obispo SeaVenture Beach Hotel BW Plus Pepper Tree Inn 3# Pismo Beach 3# Santa Barbara Combining the charm of wine country inns with the Where better to put your toes in the sand than at Pismo Located on popular State Street, this casual resort- modern conveniences of a luxury hotel, Apple Farm Beach’s only hotel on the beach. You will love the style hotel nestles on five acres of lush gardens just a Inn is a delightful place to stay for a day or more. laid back culture of this classic beach town and this short drive from the beach. The property features two Within easy reach you’ll find farmers markets, San Luis affordable, well-appointed hotel. Downtown Pismo swimming pools where you can laze and enjoy the Obispo, wineries, Hearst Castle and the spectacular Beach and the famous pier are just a stroll away along Californian sunshine, while the spacious hacienda-style Pacific coastline. The inn itself offers uniquely the oceanfront boardwalk. Gracing the third floor guest rooms have a balcony or patio overlooking the appointed rooms with cosy fireplaces and seating of the hotel is a restaurant that offers contemporary gardens and pool courtyards. nooks, a farm to table restaurant and bakery and an coastal cuisine along with panoramic views from large inviting pool for enjoying the Californian sunshine. picture windows and outdoor decks. Features: 150 rooms•restaurant•bar•2 swimming pools and hot tubs•exercise room•massage room•free airport Features: 105 rooms•restaurant•bakery•swimming pool Features: 50 rooms•restaurant•bar•regular live music shuttle •free WiFi•free parking •hot tub•free WiFi•free parking •massage centre•free parking Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, Accommodation: In individually decorated standard rooms Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, fireplace, coffee maker, fridge, microwave, iron & ironing board, safe with TV, hairdryer, coffee maker, fridge and iron & ironing board. coffee maker, fridge and balcony with hot tub. and balcony or patio. Upgrade options: Specialty rooms with fireplace and seating Upgrade options: Ocean view rooms. area. Premier Plus Premier Plus Premier Plus FREE nights 3 for 2: 01 Dec 18-30 Apr & 02 Sep 19-30 Apr 20. Daily wine tasting reception: 3.30-5pm offering local FREE daily breakfast: Apr 19-Mar 20. 4 for 3: 01 Dec 18-30 Apr 19. wines and appetisers from the restaurant. California 97 visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk

Los Angeles Universal Studios Griffith Observatory The Getty 1 Hollywood 3 Beverly Hills 4 6 Santa Monica Venice 2 Beach Los Angeles International Airport Los Angeles Redondo Beach Anaheim 5 Disneyland 7 Long Beach North Pacific Ocean Huntington 1 The Garland & Loews Hollywood Beach 8 2 LEVEL Downtown LA 3 Kimpton Wilshire & Beverly Wilshire Newport 4 Millennium Biltmore Beach 9 5 Knotts Berry Farm & Sheraton Park Hotel 6 BW Plus Gateway, Georgian & Loews Santa Monica 7 The Queen Mary 8 Hyatt Regency Huntington 9 Balbao Bay, Newport Beach Hollywood Boulevard Getting there: LA is about 11 hours flying time from the UK. Best time to go: Spring or Autumn is quieter and mild; summer is hot and can be crowded and winter is far from cold although rain is more likely. A sprawling place where A-list celebrities really do walk the pavements and where you’ll discover the fun-filled theme parks of Disneyland and Universal Studios, the glitzy Beverly Hills shops, incredible museums and a selection of palm-fringed beaches. For Tinseltown glamour begin at the elaborate To catch a photo opportunity of the iconic Where better to peek into the land of the rich TCL Chinese Theatre, home to the most prominent Hollywood sign head to the Hollywood & and famous than Beverly Hills. Opulent estates, movie premières since 1927. Outside is the Highland shopping complex, or the hiking trails lavish hotels, stretch limousines and of course, Hollywood Walk of Fame, which runs for a mile on Mt Hollywood accessible from Griffith Park. ritzy Rodeo Drive, which is a must, even if it’s just along Hollywood Boulevard and where you’ll for window shopping. find hundreds of movie star hand and footprints. For the ultimate Hollywood experience, spend the day at Universal Studios Hollywood, a real Neighbouring Santa Monica is a dynamic Continue to follow in the footsteps of silver-screen working studio which also has thrilling rides and oceanfront city, with a broad beach, lively legends along Sunset Boulevard, which stretches shows. Further working television and film studios pier and superb shopping. Equally inviting from Downtown to Malibu. It includes Sunset Strip offering tours include Warner Bros Studios, Sony is sophisticated Newport Beach; laid back which has recently undergone a renaissance, with Pictures and Paramount Pictures. In neighbouring Huntington Beach and lively Long Beach which is luxury hotel towers and fine restaurants hidden Anaheim is Disneyland Park, while close by in also the home of the permanently docked ocean behind ivy-clad walls. Buena Park you’ll find Knott’s Berry Farm. liner Queen Mary. Enhance your Stay Excursions perfectly enhance your holiday and offer excellent value. Prices are per person. HollywoodfrHomill£s4G7 uided hike Warner Bfrrooms£S5t7udio Tour Sips of OldfroHmo£ll6y7wood Tour Deluxe Gfroramn£d69City Tour Trek with your guide to the highest point in Experience one of the busiest movie studios Experience Hollywood’s famous and Accompanied by an expert guide you’ll see the Hollywood Hills for views of the majestic in LA as you explore back lots, DC Universe, infamous bars, which were the haunts of the sites you’ve seen countless times on TV downtown skyscrapers, Hollywood, Beverly The Exhibit and original Batmobiles. Plus, you’ll celebrities and wannabes during its Golden and on the big screen. Highlights include the Hills and beyond. After a selfie with the iconic view one of the many soundstages where Age. Enjoy a drink at designated locations Hollywood Bowl, Rodeo Drive, Paramount Hollywood Sign enjoy a tour of the Griffith today’s hottest TV shows and movies are and stop to taste street food along the way. Studios, The Kodak Theatre, Sunset Strip, Park Observatory. Available daily. made. Available daily. Available daily. Minimum age 21. Farmers Market and the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Available daily from Los Angeles. LA City, Movie Stars Homes & 1 Day Universal Studios Hollywood Catalina Island - a Day in Paradise Beach Tour from £72 Ticket from £94 from £116 2/3/5 Day Disneyland Resort Hopper Ticket from £232 Cover the sun, sea, sand and stars on this Immerse yourself in the glitzy world of the movies. Board the Catalina Express for the 22 mile The 2 day multi-day pass offers admission to tour which begins on Hollywood Boulevard, Go behind the scenes on the Studio Tour, then journey to Catalina Island. The day is yours Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure then continues to Beverley Hills to see over face action head-on in heart-pounding rides, to hit the beach, go shopping, take a tour into Park. A Disney FastPass is also included which 20 Movie Stars’ homes. Continue to Santa shows and attractions including Despicable Me the mountains, go zip lining or perhaps try saves you time for many attractions. The 3 and Monica, Venice Beach and Muscle Beach Minion Mayhem and The Wizarding World of your luck at the casino. Available daily. 5 day tickets also include Magic Morning early before Downtown LA. Available daily. Harry Potter. Available daily. admission. Available daily. 98 California prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

LOS ANGELES Griffith Observatory £8593 night independent tour from Rodeo Drive pp Los Angeles Highlights 3 night independent tour enjoy the bright lights of Hollywood•glitz and glamour of Beverly Hills•thrilling Universal Studios Day 1 Los Angeles: On arrival transfer to your hotel. Day 4 Los Angeles: Time for last minute sightseeing or Santa Monica Pier Day 2 Los Angeles: Explore the City of Angels on an perhaps head to one of the glitzy malls for some shopping exciting sightseeing tour that allows you get on or off the before you transfer back to the airport for your overnight buses at any of 70 convenient stops. Enjoy excellent views flight to the UK. from the double decker buses as the narrated tour points out landmarks from Downtown Los Angeles to the beaches What you need to know of Santa Monica, with Hollywood and Beverly Hills in between. For shopping, Rodeo Drive will suit those seeking Departures: Daily. exclusive labels, or alternatively The Grove is a luxurious Accommodation: 3# BW Plus Hollywood Hills. outdoor shopping centre where you can shop, eat and Meals: Room only. then stroll to the adjacent Original Farmers Market. Tour price: The price shown is based on the best value travel dates in low season and includes return Day 3 Los Angeles: Today, enjoy the ultimate Hollywood international flights from the UK, return airport shuttle experience with a day at Universal Studios Hollywood. transfers, 3 nights accommodation, hop-on-hop-off bus Thrilling rides include Revenge of the Mummy, Flight of pass and admission to Universal Studios Hollywood. Fast and Furious - Supercharged and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Enjoy a studio tour as well as watching amazing shows, exploring the numerous shops, while at nearby CityWalk there are additional shops, restaurants and a cinema. Deluxe room from £127 from £129 One bedroom suite from £147 The Garland per person per night per person per night per person per night 4# Los Angeles Loews Hollywood LEVEL Downtown LA 4# Los Angeles 4# Los Angeles This urban oasis is delightfully secluded within seven This urban oasis at the corner of Hollywood and Amid glittering towers and Art Deco facades, you’ll find lush acres, yet only minutes from the excitement and Highland is a fantastic base where you’ll enjoy a LEVEL LA’s furnished apartments, which are an artful thrills of Universal Studios, Hollywood and LA’s best thoughtful range of services and always have the blend between a luxury apartment and boutique hotel. attractions. Welcoming and warm, yet distinctively iconic Hollywood sign within sight. The rooftop pool Offering one, two and three bedroom suites they’re a retro, this is the Californian dream come true. Guest is the place to grab some sun while you marvel at the great option whether a couple seeking a home away rooms are retro-cool boasting modern furnishings and surroundings, or if a serious workout is on the agenda, from home or a family seeking more space in the heart warm tones of chocolate and mahogany. Be sure to head for the sun-soaked fitness centre. Guest rooms of the city. Relax in a cabana beside the fabulous check out the Hollywood activities at the hotel which feature quintessential LA style, ample amenities and outdoor pool, enjoy the expansive gym and when the range from complimentary wine tastings to fitness tips classic views of the city, skyline or the Hollywood hills. sun goes down walk over to the outdoor fire pits where from a top LA trainer. you can socialise or stargaze. Features: 628 rooms & suites•2 restaurants•bar•coffee Features: 255 rooms•restaurant•bar•swimming pool shop•rooftop swimming pool•fitness centre•yoga studio Features: 300 suites•BBQ area•lounge•swimming pool •hot tub•fitness centre•activities•complimentary trolley •free WiFi•parking •steam room•sauna•gym•basketball court•free WiFi rides to Universal Studios, City Walk and metro station Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, coffee •valet parking •free WiFi•parking maker and safe. Accommodation: In one bedroom suites with TV, fully Accommodation: In deluxe rooms with TV, mini bar, tea/ Upgrade options: City view rooms•Hollywood sign rooms equipped gourmet kitchen, washer/dryer, living and dining coffee maker, safe and balcony. •variety of suites. area, hairdryer, safe and balcony. Upgrade options: Premium rooms•family suites. Upgrade options: Two and three bedroom suites. visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk California 99

LOS ANGELES AREA HOTELS from £139 from £325 Standard room from £99 per person per night per person per night per person per night Kimpton Hotel Wilshire Beverly Wilshire Millennium Biltmore 4# Los Angeles 5# Los Angeles 4# Los Angeles Located in the suitably named Miracle Mile district, This Four Seasons Hotel lies in the heart of Beverly Situated at the heart of LA’s vibrant cultural district, the Kimpton Hotel Wilshire is just minutes from Beverly Hills on the Rodeo Drive and Wilshire Boulevard just steps away from major attractions, such as Hills, West Hollywood, Sunset Strip and Museum intersection. Offering European elegance, impeccable the Ahmanson Theatre, the Walt Disney Concert Row. At this sleek urban retreat you can experience charm and attentive care, the property is a landmark Hall and the Dodger Stadium, the Metro Red Line the city on a whole new level with highpoints like long associated with impressive names and gained subway is just a block away, giving easy access to the rooftop pool lounge and The Roof on Wilshire worldwide recognition as the setting for the film “Pretty exciting attractions such as Universal Studios and the restaurant. There are complimentary hotel bicycles to Woman”. Discover stylish accommodation across two Dolby Theatre. Richly appointed rooms and suites, use during your stay and don’t miss the daily hosted wings, the original Wilshire Wing and the Beverly contemporary comforts and excellent facilities make wine reception. Wing, which is more contemporary and looks across this hotel an ideal choice for your stay in LA. Don’t miss the city along with some of LA’s most sought after traditional afternoon tea at the Rendezvous Court! Features: 74 rooms•restaurant•bar•rooftop swimming fine dining, including CUT steakhouse. For a true pool•free access to nearby gym•free hotel bicycles Hollywood experience head to The Blvd which has an Features: 683 rooms•2 restaurants•bar•afternoon tea •in-room spa services•valet parking outdoor patio, so perfect for people watching. at Rendezvous Court•indoor swimming pool•health club Accommodation: In deluxe rooms with TV, hairdryer, mini bar •fitness centre•valet parking and yoga mat. Features: 395 rooms•2 restaurants•2 bars•swimming Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, tea/coffee pool•whirlpool•spa•fitness centre•free WiFi•valet maker, hairdryer, iron & ironing board and safe. Premier Plus parking Accommodation: In signature rooms with TV, iHome, FREE morning tea & coffee. hairdryer, mini bar, iron & ironing board and safe. Hosted evening wine hour: 5-6pm. Standard room from £108 from £48 Standard room from £69 per person per night per person per night per person per night LA Grand Hotel Knotts Berry Farm Hotel Sheraton Park at the Downtown Anaheim Resort 4# Los Angeles 3# Anaheim, Los Angeles 4# Anaheim, Los Angeles Contemporary and sleek, the LA Grand offers a Just five minute’s walk away from Knott’s Berry Farm Treat yourself to a stay at this well-located, family- serene retreat from the hustle and bustle despite a front gate you’ll find this comfortable hotel, which is friendly hotel situated amidst the Disneyland Resort central location in the heart of the cultural, finance and also convenient for Knott’s Soak City Waterpark and theme parks as well as upscale shopping, fine dining entertainment hub of Downtown Los Angeles. Within Disneyland Resort. The hotel features a variety of guest and world-class entertainment. Enjoy sizeable rooms walking distance of many famous venues, museums rooms including a Snoopy-themed wing, a large pool packed with amenities, traditional furnishings and a and landmarks, it’s also close to the train and metro which features a children’s activity area and for dining, private balcony. Relax beside the outdoor pool and giving easy access to the whole city. Guest rooms Amber Waves which offers All-American fare. Children savour delicious cuisine or hand-crafted cocktails at the feature floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic city will want to watch out for Snoopy who joins guests onsite restaurants and bars. views along with all modern amenities. every morning in the restaurant. Features: 486 rooms•3 restaurants•2 bars• deli Features: 469 rooms•restaurant•bar•swimming pool Features: 320 rooms•restaurant & bar•swimming pool with •swimming pool•gym•parking •health club•valet parking children’s activity area•sports courts•tennis•gym•parking Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, mini Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, tea/coffee Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, tea/ fridge, tea/coffee maker, iron & ironing board, safe and maker, iHome stereo system, mini fridge, hairdryer, iron & coffee maker, iron & ironing board and safe. balcony. ironing board and safe. Upgrade options: Camp Snoopy rooms. Premier Plus Premier Plus FREE transportation: To Disneyland Resort. US$15 resort credit (per room per stay): 01-20 Dec 18, 01-23 Jan & 28 Jan-14 Feb 19 if you stay at least 2 nights. 100 California prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals!

LOS ANGELES BEACHES HOTELS Standard room from £112 from £164 from £249 per person per night per person per night per person per night BW Plus Gateway Georgian Hotel Loews Santa Monica 3# Santa Monica 3#PLUS Santa Monica 5# Santa Monica Located less than two miles from Third Street This iconic hotel is your home for 1940s Old Located on the edge of the Pacific, just a short walk Promenade, which offers the finest in strolling, dining Hollywood glamour and just steps away from the from the famed Santa Monica Pier and the trendy and shopping, the Best Western Plus Gateway offers a Santa Monica Pier and one of the best beaches in Los 3rd Street Promenade, you can enjoy contemporary home from home in beautiful Santa Monica. The hotel Angeles. Here, you can watch a gorgeous sunset from comfort at this effortlessly elegant hotel, which offers is also less than two miles from Santa Monica State the privacy of your hotel room or among friends while fantastic ocean views, award-winning dining and a Beach and the Pacific Park Pier. Coastal inspired guest sipping a signature cocktail at The Veranda Restaurant. superb spa. With signature service and second to rooms offer a comfortable place to relax before you As an Art Deco masterpiece, the Georgian was one none gracious hospitality it’s ideal for either an action head out to explore the many attractions and dining of Santa Monica’s first ‘skyscrapers’ and has provided packed family holiday or a relaxing getaway. options. The hotel also has it’s own restaurant which is a restful oasis for decades. Guest rooms feature an open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. inspired decor and all modern amenities to ensure your Features: 347 rooms•2 restaurants•2 bars•ice cream comfort. shop•breakfast bar•oceanfront swimming pool•fitness Features: 123 rooms•restaurant•bar•fitness centre centre•Ocean Spa•bicycle, beach cruiser and rollerblade •garden sun decks•free WiFi•free parking Features: 84 rooms & suites•restaurant•bar•fitness centre hire•children’s club (seasonal)•free WiFi•valet parking Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, •free WiFi•valet parking Accommodation: In city view rooms with TV, hairdryer, mini coffee maker, mini fridge, iron & ironing board and safe. Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, mini bar, coffee bar, iron & ironing board and balcony. maker, hairdryer, iron & ironing board and safe. Upgrade options: Partial ocean view rooms Upgrade options: Ocean view rooms. •oceanfront rooms. from £53 from £165 Standard room from £139 per person per night per person per night per person per night The Queen Mary Hyatt Regency Balboa Bay Resort 3# Long Beach 4#PLUS Huntington Beach 4# Newport Beach This unique hotel, once the grandest ocean liner in Overlooking miles of sun-splashed beaches, the Hyatt Sprawling across 15 waterfront acres, Balboa Bay the world, is permanently moored in Long Beach enjoys an elegant oceanfront setting. Contemporary Resort is one of the top hotels in Newport Beach, Harbour, central to all the LA attractions along with Spanish-inspired architecture sets the scene for a which lies halfway between Los Angeles and San the shops and restaurants of Long Beach. An exclusive memorable retreat where you’ll find a wonderful Diego. This Mediterranean-style hotel features a design stay on one of Britain’s great ships promises to be a selection of leisure amenities. Fill your day with of casual elegance and timeless style, using the colours truly memorable experience. Whether it’s the authentic adventures such as surfing lessons or pamper yourself of the sea, sand and sky along with natural materials polished wood panelling, the original 1930s artwork, with a relaxing treatment at Pacific Waters Spa. and modern furnishings. At the signature restaurant, the Art Deco style or the operable portholes, this is Waterline, guests can savour culinary delights or, unlike any other southern California hotel! Features: 517 rooms•6 restaurants & bars (some seasonal) enjoy the gastropub which features hearty dishes, •lagoon-style swimming pool•Slyders Water Playground creative cocktails and craft beers. Features: 347 cabins•3 restaurants and bars•bakery •jacuzzis•spa•direct beach access via a pedestrian bridge •fitness centre•spa•bicycle rentals•boutiques•parking •golf nearby•game zone arcade and playroom Features: 159 rooms•2 restaurants•bar•swimming pool Accommodation: In standard inside staterooms with TV, •Camp Hyatt children’s club (3-12 years)•shops •fitness studio•watersports•bicycle rentals•spa•golf coffee maker, iPod dock, iron & ironing board and hairdryer. •free WiFi•parking nearby•parking Upgrade options: Family staterooms. Accommodation: In standard resort view rooms with TV, Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, iHome, coffee maker, hairdryer, fridge, iron & ironing board, fridge, tea/coffee maker, safe and balcony. Premier Plus safe and balcony or patio. California 101 Officer meet & greet: 11am daily on the bridge. Premier Plus Captain’s Reception: 5pm daily in the Starboard Lounge. Sunrise yoga: 7am Wed-Sun on the Verandah Deck. FREE nights 4 for 3: Dec 18-Mar 19. visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 666 • www.premierholidays.co.uk

San Diego La Jolla 8 1 Spring Valley OceaSneBaeWaScoahrnldDiegoHSZiasotnoorDiciBePagalorbkoa Park USS Midway Museum 2 Gaslamp Quarter Coronado San Diego SAaqnuDaiteicgao 1 Bahia Resort 2 Kimpton Palomar & Andaz San Diego skyline Getting there: Flight time from the UK is about 11 hours. Best time to go: San Diego enjoys a mild climate and low humidity. Summer can be especially busy, so consider March-May or September-November when there are less school breaks. Winter months are mild although you will experience some rain. With near perfect weather year-round, a spectacular coastline, world-class attractions, diverse neighbourhoods and a sophisticated dining and nightlife scene, San Diego has been dubbed California’s beach city. Located just minutes from downtown is San Diego’s thriving urban centre includes Balboa Park is a must-see with its 15 major Mission Bay, whose calm waters are great for the historic Gaslamp Quarter, where modern museums, performing arts venues, gardens and watersports, while funky surf shops, beach bars, architecture and Victorian-era buildings stand San Diego Zoo. Further family fun is to be found cafés and nightclubs attract those in search of side-by-side. You’ll also find eclectic galleries, at SeaWorld San Diego in Mission Bay; San a party. Nearby Ocean Beach features quirky chic boutiques, trendy nightclubs, rooftop bars, Diego Zoo Safari Park; LegoLand California, stores, bars and restaurants. gastropubs, craft beer haunts and fine dining. with its interactive attractions, shows and rides; Aquatica San Diego for a splash-filled day Situated just across the bay is Coronado, with Heritage attractions include Old Town State Park of water fun; and USS Midway Museum, San gentle surf, wide-sand beaches, charming main with its 17 museums and historical site where you Diego’s maritime treasure. street and great hotels, this island paradise is can learn about the first settlements. San Diego’s perfect for a family holiday or romantic getaway. Spanish heritage is nowhere more firmly rooted For shoppers, malls range from luxury to family than in its dramatically beautiful missions which friendly and include Fashion Valley or the At the coastal gem of La Jolla discover fabulous are dotted around the city and surrounding area. Premium Outlets at Las Americas or Carlsbad. shopping and dining, along with golden sands. from £64 Standard room from £89 from £119 per person per night per person per night per person per night Bahia Resort Kimpton Palomar Andaz San Diego 3# San Diego 4# San Diego 4#PLUS San Diego Tucked away on a 14 acre peninsula in Mission This iconic downtown hotel lies within walking distance This stylish lifestyle boutique hotel is located within the Bay, the Bahia is near miles of sandy beaches and of all San Diego’s hotspots, and is a welcoming oasis historic and vibrant Gaslamp quarter and seamlessly also close to SeaWorld. Along with family-friendly of urban chic design. Discover delightfully chill spaces blends into the neighbourhood. Ultra-modern rooms and accommodations, discover also a wide range of from the lobby living room to the rooftop swimming suites are the essence of California cool and feature a activities and dining options. pool and a vibrant Mexican restaurant complete with complimentary mini bar with snacks and non-alcoholic late-night taco window. Guest rooms and suites offer beverages while at the rooftop bar there is nightly Features: 313 rooms•2 restaurants & bars•swimming spectacular views of downtown San Diego, many also entertainment and stunning views of the city. With its pool•gym•tennis•watersports•free WiFi boast floor-to-ceiling windows. sleek style and fresh attitude, this engaging hotel will •free parking ensure you will relax and recharge. Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, mini fridge, Features: 211 rooms•restaurant•bar•swimming pool coffee maker, hairdryer, iron & ironing board and safe. •fitness centre•in-room spa treatments•valet parking Features: 159 rooms & suites•restaurant•rooftop bar Upgrade options: Bay view rooms•bayfront rooms. with DJ entertainment•swimming pool•gym•free WiFi Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, hairdryer, •valet parking Premier Plus yoga mat and safe. Accommodation: In standard rooms with TV, iPod dock, hairdryer, coffee maker, mini bar, iron & ironing board and US$20 spa discount: Dec 18-Mar 19. Valid for treatments Premier Plus safe. of 50 minutes or longer at the sister property Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa. Exclusions apply. US$10 resort restaurant credit (per room per stay): Premier Plus FREE admission to Bahia Belle Sternwheeler: Jan-Mar 19. Dec 18-Mar 19. Subject to availability and cruising schedule. FREE morning tea & coffee: In the lobby. FREE mini bar: Non-alcoholic beverages and snacks. Family offer: Dec 18-Mar 19 children 0-9 years eat FREE from Hosted evening social hour with wine: 5-6pm. children’s menu at Cafe Bahia. One child per paying adult. prices & offers change constantly - call for today’s best available deals! 102 California