The following are confirmed trips. When making a reservation please complete the form fully and legibly name, membership number, telephone number and pick-up point, E for Esmeralda Hotel, from where all trips start at the time stated, and T for Bar Texas, Avda Europa, which is a pick-up point a few minutes later. Adding your name to the list constitutes a reservation, (white sheets), pay the deposit 20% into Barclays Bank immediately, Travel Account, ending 5263, stating trip name, trip date and your name.
Please book at the monthly meetings or contact Diane to book these trips
Please note :-
Guests are welcome on trips and pay a small supplement of 5 per day, but members take priority. The Waiting List is for names of non-members and members guests, and they will be informed nearer the event date if space is available.
Refunds may be given for cancellations under only exceptional circumstances, at management discretion, and if there are funds available for that particular trip. For day, evening and one night stands it is a case of TURN UP or PAY UP. Answer phone messages, text messages and emails are NOT acceptable for bookings or cancellations
As each trip is self financing, minimum numbers of people booking are required.
People are responsible for their own insurance on all trips.
Paid up members take priority and non members will only be accepted if places are available and with a an additional supplement.
Please ensure that you have Passport, SIP or NIE number in case of emergency.
Diane Putnam, Jan Mitchell, Rod Anderton, Shirley Cuesta, Michelle McNickle & Shirley Simms will be in the Foyer to assist.
Arrive Gandia, have a meal in a typical restaurant, and explore the various structures ready for burning. We will stay till 2 am, by which time we will have enjoyed watching some of the bonfires. Transport and the
meal are included in the price. Menu includes a choice of starters and main courses, with bread, wine/other drink, and dessert.
Pay in full at BARCLAYS BANK.
15, Guests 20 Depart Esmeralda 6.30 pm. Depart Gandia at 2 am (Sat)
A tranquil town, with many fountains, and the birthplace of two popes, and the painter Jose de Ribera. Much of Xativa was destroyed by Felipe V, and the townspeople have punished him posthumously by turning his portrait upside down in the Museo de Almudi. The price includes the coach, the tourist train with commentary, entry to the castle and the Almudi museum. PAY IN CASH WHEN BOOKING AT THE MEETING. 10. Depart Esmeralda 9.00 am.
Discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Alhambra and Gardens on our fascinating guided tour. From our centrally located hotel you'll also have time to explore other parts of the beautiful city centre of one of the most visited attractions in the world. We need to book immediately to obtain Alhambra tickets for this date.
In Cordoba explore the Great Cathedral and Mosque, the Conjunto Arqueologico, the jewellery museum, the only synagogue in Andalusia, the white washed Jewish quarter, and various museums. There is also the zoco, a street/flea market and much much more to explore IN THIS CITY.
Deposit; 60 at BARCLAYS BANK immediately- 205 Balance to be paid by April 9th latest. Depart Esmeralda 9 am
A few hours in this very local village you can explore, shop, look at the amazing scenery, enjoy the BOAT RIDE round the reservoir in a solar powered boat, and have lunch (not included), before we go to the very little known private Delso Museum in Altea. We can explore the numerous works of art and sculpture in the house and garden, followed by a convivial glass of wine, then the short journey home to Calpe.
Pay in full when booking.20 tbc. Depart Esmeralda 11 am. Arrive Calpe about 9 pm tbc
Explore the interesting towns and villages of the Costa Brava and beyond.
Visit BESALU crossing its fortified bridge, PALS an old medieval village, AMPURA BRAVA (the Venice of Spain), the fishing village of CADAQUES, and the Dali Museum at FIGUERAS. Spend a day in the ancient walled city of CARCASSONNE in France with its 12th Century castle and over 2600 years of history. Catch a train to VALLE DE NURIA 2000 metres above sea level, see the sights and have lunch. Wander through the cobbled streets of BLANES and TOSSA DEL MAR with great views over the beach and bay. Visit the tranquil ornamental gardens of SANTA CLOTILDE situated in a fantastic position near the coast.
English speaking guide will accompany us on the trip. Luxury coach travel. Hotel Full board, wine / water included. Price does not include entrance to museums, parks etc. This is a very full and active trip.
Price 325, single supplement 90. Guest Supplement 5 pppd
Deposit 75 immediately, BARCLAYS BANK; Balance due 16th by April
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Interest Sheet (pink) available for :-
JUNE 5 days 4 nights Monasterio de Piedra and Zaragosa
OCTOBER 18th 22nd, 5 days 4 nights La Rioja Region, including wine tasting
If sufficient interest more information to follow.
Polite Reminder
All travellers are reminded that they are individually responsible for their own Travel Insurance, and should always take with them Passport or DNI for identification and details of next of kin in case of any emergencies.
In addition:-
Please show MEMBERSHIP CARDS when Booking trips.
REFUNDS CAN ONLY BE GIVEN IF PLACES CANCELLED ARE REFILLED.
ALL DEPOSITS & BALANCES TO BARCLAYS BANK CALPE. U3aTravelA/C No 5263.
PLEASE PAY ON TIME, AND IN CASH ONLY. QUOTE TRIP NAME, DATE, YOUR NAME (ASK FOR RECEIPT.
