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Cyprus Sun with Darren, Brigitte & Russell

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Cyprus Sun Our first few days were all about sunshine, relaxation and exploring Protaras. There was plenty of time around the pool, refreshing swims, leisurely walks along the promenade and, of course, regular ice cream stops! One of the highlights of the week was our pirate-themed boat trip along the stunning coastline. Sailing across the sparkling Mediterranean, we enjoyed music, treasure hunts and spectacular views of the famous Sea Caves around Cape Greco.  We also enjoyed a wonderful day exploring Ayia Napa. The Sculpture Park provided a unique combination of art, sea views and beautiful scenery, followed by a coastal walk and lunch overlooking the marina. There was even time to admire the luxury yachts and imagine which one we would choose if money were no object! A real highlight was our open-top Aphrodite Red Bus excursion to Famagusta. Crossing through the buffer zone and passport controls into Northern Cyprus was a fascinating experience before we explored the historic ol...
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The Wonders of the Isle of Wight with Ayshea & Matt

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  The Wonders of the Isle of Wight  Our first full day was packed with activities. We explored the beautiful Norton Grange grounds before enjoying the swimming pool and jacuzzi, followed by a lively archery session. Music Bingo, games of snooker, pool, darts and shuffleboard kept everyone entertained.  The evening was rounded off with performances from Connor Dickson and the brilliant Paul Da Vinci, whose classic hit Sugar Baby Love had the whole group up on the dancefloor. Sunday took us to Alum Bay and The Needles , where we watched the talented glassmakers create beautiful hand-crafted pieces before browsing the enormous gift shop. We also discovered how traditional Isle of Wight sweets are made, watched a fascinating rhubarb and custard demonstration and enjoyed tasting the finished treats. Creating our own colourful Alum Bay sand souvenirs proved another big hit.             Monday brought a visit to Osborne House, Queen Victoria an...
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