Wales: Holidays

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Holidays

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 Tom is more or less on a permanent vacation but what about you? We are sure you are looking forward to having a holiday soon.

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Read the following text from a holiday brochure describing different types of holidays.

Virgin Holidays

Whether it's a beach holiday or a citybreak, a flydrive or a tour, we are sure we have the type of holiday you are looking for! Make it easy on yourself when booking your holidays abroad. With our holidays, we do the legwork for you. The simplest way to choose your holiday is to select a destination, browse through our comprehensive information and then choose a hotel. Once you've chosen the hotel, start the booking process and then we can help you sort out everything else. Find out more about all our types of holidays...

Ski Holidays

At Virgin Holidays, we've got a great programme packed full of all your favourite US and Canadian ski resorts. We've worked hard to include even more in our programmes to keep you busy off the slopes as well as on them! You can experience the splendour of the Northern Lights, visit the only Ice Hotel on the American continent or learn to ski or snowboard.

Package holidays

We have an excellent range of package holidays across our beautiful worldwide destinations. A package holiday includes your flights, accommodation and airport transfers so all you need to do is decide where to go. From luxury all inclusive breaks to fun filled family package holidays and super special offers, package holidays have something for everyone.

Shopping Breaks

Whether you’re a shopaholic, theatre-goer or just like hanging out with the jet-set, city breaks are a favourite for short break holidays. All of the hotels in our city break selection are chosen for quality, value and location. So get ready to hum Native New Yorker or Viva Las Vegas, and start searching for a short break.

All Inclusive Holidays

With all food, drinks, entertainment, non motorised beach activities and resort airport transfers included in the price you pay - booking an all inclusive holiday has never been so hassle free and easy to budget for, making it a great choice for families as you can plan for almost everything before you go!

Family holidays

Family holidays create fun filled memories that stay with you and your children for life. As the Florida holiday experts we have years of experience making family holidays perfect and now with our worldwide destinations to add to the mix we are sure you will find the ideal holiday.

Honeymoons

The perfect way to relax after the stress and strain of preparing and celebrating the wedding. Luxurious honeymoon suites with complementary champagne provided.

Spa holidays

Spa breaks are the ideal way to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and with such a wide selection of spa packages to choose from all you need to do is decide where to stay. Relax and unwind in one of our beautiful beach resorts boasting luxurious spas and pristine beaches

Luxury holidays

With luxury holidays in some of the most beautiful and inspiring locations across the world, including the Caribbean, Indian Ocean, Dubai, Thailand, Hong Kong, Malaysia and South Africa to name just a few, we really do have something for everyone.

Beach Holidays

If you love your beaches then you’ll love our wide selection of worldwide beach holidays! From a fun filled family beach holiday to a tranquil escape in paradise we’ve got it covered. Check out the Caribbean island of Antigua boasting 365 beaches, or the coconut lined beaches of Thailand’s island Ko Samui, or the stunning white sand beaches of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean, to get you started.

Romantic holidays

Romantic breaks are a specialty of ours thanks to our superb selection of beautiful and inspiring worldwide destinations that are synonymous with romance, including the Caribbean islands, Mauritius, the Maldives and the Seychelles

Flydrive Holidays

A flydrive option means you take control, travel where you want, when you want and get to see everything on your agenda! At Virgin Holidays, we have a range of flydrive holidays and tours available throughout Florida and the rest of the USA & Canada, and the Caribbean.

Tours

Something a bit different... Coach Tours, Train Tours, Air Tours, Driving Tours... Not just for the non-driver - a Virgin Holidays tour is the perfect way to get around and see the sights. The only difficult thing is deciding which one to choose!

Cruise Holidays

Soak up the island or city that tempts you for a few days, whilst staying at your choice of hotel. Then, when you are ready to see something new, step on board a magnificent cruise ship - a floating resort with the freedom to relax and indulge in activities to suit your mood!

Accommodation Only

Just looking for accommodation on your holiday? We offer a range of superb hotels around the world including accommodation in the USA, Florida, the Caribbean and a range of hotels in our Worldwide programme.

 Source: https://www.virginholidays.co.uk/holiday-types

How many of the above types of holidays do you know? What is your favourite type of holiday?

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What type of holiday is being described?

Holidays in the beach

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  1. Treat your body and soul with a luxury break away. Indulge with one of our specially-selected and experience a wide range of luxurious treatments. Discover the unique underwater treatment rooms in the Maldives or book a short-haul pampering break in Europe.
  2. Get outdoors on your holiday and experience something some of the most breathtaking environments that the world has to offer. Get up close and personal on a once in a lifetime experience where you get to see elephants, lions, hippos and more in their natural habitats.
  3. Our programme showcases snowboarding holidays to the finest selection of inspiring and rejuvenating winter escapes in Switzerland, the USA and Canada, with thousands of miles of prepared piste that offer a test for all abilities, from green to black.
  4. Australia & the Pacific islands are becoming increasingly popular for couples seeking luxurious romantic abroad. We offer a magnificent range of exotic destinations in Australia, Fiji or the Cook Islands.
  5. Our many offer you a complete break in an idyllic setting where you can relax in the knowledge that your children are not only being looked after but more importantly enjoying their holiday just as much as you are.

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