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IN THIS ISSUE

Going Gourmet

Introduction to Lithuania

European Winter Holidays

Discover Turkey

Paris hotel special

Coming soon

Eat & Drink: Tuscany

Dear Subscriber,

Every year without fail, our team of Advisors journey home to their native Europe for family visits and their own personal holidays. Each time, they return with something new that they've discovered and it is this wealth of knowledge that we pass on to you.

From the team at Swiss and Europe Travel

GOING GOURMET

Keep your eyes peeled for Concierge Traveller (our sister company) in this month's Gourmet Traveller. Executive General Manager- Mary Gava and Head of Advisory - Paul Patane are featured in an article titled The Secrets of our Success. The photo-shoot was inspired by the old world charm of travel by sailing ships.

On shelves this week.

INTRODUCTION TO LITHUANIA

The Old Town of Vilnius with its charming cobbled alleys, 18th century town houses and fantastic array of Baroque churches has been awarded UNESCO World Heritage status. It is a small but dynamic city offering a fascinating introduction to the friendly nation of Lithuania, the lesser-known gem of the Baltic States.

Click here for more information

5 EUROPEAN WINTER HOLIDAYS TO BOOK NOW

1. CHRISTMAS IN SALZBURG Autumn and winter in Europe are the time to take advantage of crispness in the air and Salzburg has its own particular Christmas appeal. This is a chance to experience the cultural richness of a traditional Christmas in a northern clime. Click here for more information.

2.MID WEEK SKI ESCAPE IN LECH Kristiana Lech is a unique hotel in one of Europe’s most renowned ski resorts. Lech has managed to protect its natural landscape and village atmosphere and this distinguishes it from most other European ski resorts. Click here for details.

3. WINTER IN ST PETERSBURG As you leave St Catherine’s Palace in Pushkin, a 19th century style horse-drawn carriage will await you to whisk you through the alleys of the palace park, considered to be one of the finest landscape parks in Europe. Click to continue.

4. A FESTIVE SLOVENIAN CHRISTMAS A festive Christmas on the shores of magnificent Lake Bled deep in the Slovenian Alps, medieval Innsbruck, the fairytale castle of Neuschwanstein, Bolzano, the jagged Italian Dolomites and the snow fields of Kranjska Gora in the Julian Alps. Click here for more information.

5. A PAMPERED BREAK IN THE ALPS The Swiss alpine ambience is the ideal environment for you to be pampered or become fit and healthy. With 320 days of sunshine a year its “champagne climate” is just one reason to visit Switzerland and experience alpine wellness. Click here to read on

To enquire about any of these tours call (02) 8270 4866

TURKEY

ARCHAELOGY

This 19 day Turkey tour is a showcase of the immense variety of monuments, culture and landscapes Turkey has to offer. Explore ruins, historical sites, churches, palaces and mosques, medieval architecture, glorious landscapes and more. Starting in Istanbul you'll discover the treasures that this fascinating country has to offer.
For more information click here

SAINT MERRY

PARISIAN HOTEL

Located in the heart of the historic Marais district a few steps from the Hotel de Ville, Notre Dame, Picasso, Carnavalet and Louvre museums, this gorgeous hotel is the former presbytery of the Saint-Merry Church. In addition to its comfort, it offers you a complete change of scenery in its finely restored 17th century interior. We insist you stay there - it's brilliant! Swiss Travel special only EU110 per night

COMING SOON

NEW BRAND!

Swiss Travel is changing names. From next month we'll be proudly known as Swiss & Europe Travel. You can expect the same great service from our team of European experts - we just want everyone to know that we do more than just Switzerland! So, whether it's your first time to Europe or your tenth, talk to us about your next holiday because there is always something new around every corner.

EAT & DRINK: POGGIO ALLORO

For a unique Italian experience in one of the most beautiful parts of Tuscany head to Poggio Alloro, an Italian farm surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and green fields. At this family run farm you'll encounter quality wines and produce such as pasta, cured meats, saffron and honey, lovingly cultivated by skilled workers and grown with organic fertilising and treatments, observance of the seasons and the traditional crop rotation system.

Some client feedback...

'Thanks for all your work, experience and thoughtfulnesss (e.g. connecting the Insight transfer to Oslo airport to connect with the Frankfurt flight; remembering to avoid the weekends in Rudesheim and being aware of the public holiday).' 
K & R, Sydney

'Thank you also for all your help throughout the time you have assisted us with our travel arrangements.  We have never come across anyone with the knowledge and professionalism you have displayed whilst assisting us with this trip, and won't hesitate to recommend you to our friends.'
R.C. Brighton.
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