Saga Holidays for the over 50s

Saga Holidays started way back in 1950 with a small hotel in Folkestone, Kent. And over the last 60 years they have grown offering a wide variety of great-value holidays and ocean cruises to more than 150 countries worldwide. Their holidays and cruises are for anyone aged over 50 (but you can take a travelling companion as long as they are over the age of 40). They pride themselves in being experts in the over 50s holiday market with showing great attention to detail to planning, and getting the best value for money offering excellent customer care is at the heart of everything they do that is why I love selling their Holidays because I know our customers will be looked after. ** It shows how good Saga are as in 2014 they won 20 British Travel Awards, and 21 in 2015 – 16 of which were gold! So they are star quality in what they do.** Saga have their own Quality Rating As with accommodation ratings vary from country to country, they show both the star rating of a property and their own star-rating which is based on the variety of food, facilities and standard of rooms. Our Q represents the finest, while Q+ hotels offer something a little extra – perhaps a great location or outstanding service. They also give all their ships an anchor rating based on the variety of food, service, facilities and standard of cabins, with five anchors representing the finest. You’ll find their Q-ratings highlighted on each holiday. Please do ask me when booking what Q-rating the holiday of your choice is, LOOK OUT FOR THESE RATINGS ON ALL SAGA HOLIDAYS HIGHLY COMMENDED GOOD FOOD TOP PERFORMER All Inclusive = Even more is included in the price of a saga all-inclusive holidays, with all their normal inclusions and a free bar and often excursions too. Full Board = all breakfasts, lunches and dinners are included. Full Board Plus = These offer the same benefits as a Full Board holiday, but with a few added extras - for example selected drinks with dinner, or a limited free bar. Half Board = breakfasts and dinners included Half Board Plus = All the normal inclusions of a Half Board with additional extras such as the occasional included lunch as well. Breakfasts Only = Perfect for the more independent traveller, who will enjoy a breakfast to set them up for the day but can then explore as and when they choose and not be tied to dining at the hotel. Door to Door Service is the only way to travel to start your holiday = VIP door-to-door travel service – there’s really nothing to match a chauffeur coming to collect you right from your front door! That’s why all of Saga long-haul holidays include a special VIP door-to-door travel service. Included on all long-haul holidays you will either receive… **A chauffeur service from home to their international airport, and back home on their return** Or * A chauffeur service to their local airport for an included domestic flight to their main departure airport Or * Standard class rail travel from their local station to their departure airport Or * Complimentary parking at the airport if you prefer to drive. A Saga river cruises also include UK travel, usually by rail or coach to a departure point, or you can take advantage of complimentary parking. For all other holidays customers can enjoy the VIP door-to-door travel service from as little as £1.45 a mile. And if you are starting your holiday from a hotel or family they will pick you up from any location that’s most convenient for you. Plus, also ask about the selected Escorted Tours to Europe & the Mediterranean that now include the VIP door-to-door travel service. The VIP travel service is available to anyone in mainland England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, the Isle of Wight and Channel Islands. They currently are not able to offer this service to customers in the Scottish islands, Isle of Man, Sark or the Isles of Scilly. We reserve the right to select the most appropriate form of transport and/or domestic airport for the journey, and the right to refuse the chauffeur service is at our discretion. Customers could be sharing the journey with up to three (or very occasionally) five other Saga passengers in one of their larger MPVs, so there’ll always be room to stretch out and store luggage. There is also the option to have the vehicle for just your own personal use and your travelling companions at a price of £1.70 a mile. Saga Have an amazing Price Promise Their transparent pricing means that trade and direct passengers receive exactly the same price, and their unique Price Promise means it’s never too early to book so no need to shop around so booking with your travel agent holds lots of extra benefit at no extra cost, Should they ever reduce their brochure prices or bring in a special offer after you have booked your holiday, they will work out the difference and pass the reduction right back to you. For example, should they reduce their prices by £100 a few months after you book, then you will get £100 back as discount on your balance. Cruises - Saga have two beautiful, classic cruise ships. Both may be small, but they always say they have big personalities! 1) Saga Sapphire – Elegant, timeless, classic... Saga Sapphire is all these things, but with a few surprises too. A small ship carrying no more than 720 passengers, you will receive a delightfully welcoming. You will be able choose from a range of spacious cabins. bars and restaurants, including a speciality East to West venue free of charge. While offering great entertainment in the show lounge, ‘Drawing Room’ living space, library, swimming pools, Spa, gym and shops not forgetting the quirky feature is the Beach Club that serves gourmet fish and chips, traditional sweets and ice cream – that can be rounded off with a game of crazy golf at St Andrews! So much on offer Saga Sapphire Summary 720 passengers 415 officers & crew 37,301 ton ship 27.6 draft 3 Bars 3 Restaurants 4 passenger lifts 2 pools Top destinations for Saga Sapphire Norway Mediterranean Caribbean Central America Baltic Few Details about Saga Sapphire Restaurants Pole to Pole – is the main restaurant is may be a large space, but still retains it's intimate atmosphere, as it is divided into several different areas, Dotted with antiques and curios, it's a sophisticated space to enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner, all perfectly served by the highly recommended team of friendly staff. East to West – For something a little different, you can reserve a table at East to West, the ship's 40-seater speciality restaurant – for no extra charge! It offers a taste of Asia, with the best Oriental flavours served up in a medley of Asian-influenced dishes. Although it’s free to dine here, You must pre-book with the maître d' on board the ship – because it is such a popular venue! Verandah and Grill – If you are looking for a more casual dining experience, they have the option of dining at the Verandah and Grill. Here you can pop in for a Continental breakfast, buffet-style lunch, or waiter-served dinner, all prepared as you watch the chefs in action from a fabulous open plan kitchen. Offering seating 100 guests inside and a further 100 on the alfresco Verandah, this informal venue gives you the flexibility to enjoy a more informal style of dining on your cruise. the outside space is also used for impromptu barbecues and outdoor buffets, a fantastic surprise for everyone to enjoy when the weather is fine. Best of all, wherever you choose to dine on board, all meals are always included in the price. On a Saga Cruise there are no extra ‘supplements’ or added charges – ever! Saga Sapphire Cabins With a huge variety of cabins available you will be spoilt for choice. Twin, double or single, you won’t be short of space – one of the major features of the ship is the generous size of the cabins – they’re more like a hotel room than standard cruise ship accommodation. Inside cabins – are the same size, no matter what deck you are on. All are 21.5 square metres and are situated on decks 5, 6, 7 and 8. All have walk in showers, while a seating area within the cabin makes the space feel bigger. Outside cabins – there are a variety of outside cabins all on passenger decks, all with the same average size of 21.5 square metres. All cabins from deck 5 up have picture windows. Twin or double beds are fitted on most decks, and there is a choice of shower only or bath with overhead shower. Superior cabins – from deck 8 to 10 – with many having balconies. Those on Deck 9 have a big window with easy access to the outside deck, plus decks 8 and 10 have balconies with enough space for two chairs for you ti sit out on to enjoy the views. Perfect for cruises to the Canary Islands or Caribbean! Suites – All Suites come with included butler service, for a real feeling of luxury and indulgence. These cabins are higher up on the ship, with a lot more space – around 48 square metres. They consist of a seating area, a separate bedroom, larger balcony area, and a complimentary mini-bar. Single cabins – Saga always offer warm welcome and great service attracts many single cruise goers, so they put aside a fifth of our accommodation just for the single traveller. This means you will not have to compromise on personal space or facilities just because you are cruising solo. There are even a few Single Suites available, the perfect treat to yourself. ** Special needs cabins are also available for guests will mobility or health issues, although they tend to sell fairly quickly for most cruises – booking as far as possible in advance is recommended for these.** Whichever grade of cabin you book, it will always be well-appointed with an en-suite bathroom, dressing table or writing desk, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV and DVD, safe, mini-fridge and everything else you will need. You will also enjoy your own personal cabin steward, 24-hour room service and a nightly turn-down service to welcome you back at the end of every evening – all at no extra charge. Daily Programme- will be delivered to your cabins each evening, listing everything on offer... Other things to try include talks and lectures, craft classes, three shops, deck games, crazy golf, a games room, library, cinema, or learning sessions in the Academy – here iPads are free to borrow – a fantastic way to make use of the ship’s free Wi-Fi! Saga Pearl II – This is the smaller of the two ships, Saga Pearl II offers an informal and enjoyable way to cruise, and can effortlessly take you to a host of amazing destinations. With no more than 449 passengers on board, she is more like a super-yacht than a cruise ship, and the atmosphere is relaxed and sociable. But despite being small, the ship still manages to pack in a surprising array of features including three bars, two pools, cinema, library, a Spa, gym and much much more! Saga Pearl II Summary 449 passengers 252 officers & crew 18,591 ton ship 20 draft 2 Bars 2 Restaurants 3 passenger lifts 2 pools Top destinations for Saga Pearl II Norway Arctic Mediterranean Canary Islands Greece Baltic Discovery Lounge – You can enjoy lively talks, presentations, dance classes and afternoon tea – that great cruising tradition – in the Discovery Lounge. It’s also the venue for fun activities throughout the day, plus for the programme of talks from expert guest speakers. In the evenings, this lounge comes alive with dancing, shows from the ship's own theatre company, star guests, specially-invited musicians, classical recitals and a resident band, for a wide variety of entertainment each and every night. Library – Has an amazing ray of books with over 3000 books, Saga Pearl II has one of the most well-stocked libraries at sea – quite a feat for a smaller ship. This amazing space is also loved by guests to sit and relax with a coffee, while surfing the web on their smart phone or tablet – FREE Wi-Fi is available for everyone. Shackleton’s – is the main bar it is situated right in the middle of the ship – next to the Library. It offers great views along both sides, and is also the venue for fun quizzes and daytime activities, while in the evenings it becomes an alternative entertainment venue, with classical ensembles and a resident pianist. Sundowners – this is a small bar has an inside and out side area, with amazing views out over the sea. Spa – Designed for pure pampering, you will be able to choose from a varied menu of tempting treatments, all using premium essential oils and natural ingredients from Decelor. This includes facials, massages, manicures, tailored well-being programmes and special treatments just for gentlemen. The Spa is also perfect for some quiet ‘me time’, whether you want to take a dip in the pool, enjoy a sauna, or treat themselves to hair and beauty treatments from top brand Carita. Then once they arrive on the ship, they can look forward to fantastic Saga service every step of the way. Everyone is treated the same on board, whether they’ve booked an inside cabin or a Suite. The waiters, officers and crew do everything they can to make everyone feel relaxed and at home – beginning with free drinks at the sail away cocktail party! Saga value is key. Not only is wine included with lunch and dinner, but the bar prices are very reasonable too – about £3.90 for a double G&T and £3 for a pint of ale! And with no bar ‘service charges’ and all on-board gratuities included, it’s just another way you will spend much less overall when booking your cruising. ( Look out for Details coming soon on River Cruising with Saga ) To Book your Holiday Cruise or for more details please do contact me direct Call 01323844630 Mobile : 07913304716 or email me debbie@designertravel.co.uk I look forward to hearing from you My Saga Holidays Facebook page  - https://www.facebook.com/SagaWorldwide/?ref=hl