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London: Get a 10% discount on wonderful holidays to refresh the body, mind and soul in awe-inspiring locations.
For beginners and experienced riders, and even those who don’t want to ride! You can chose to ride by the sea, in the mountains and combine this experience with other activities such as spas (including Auyverdic treatments), yoga, skiing, golf, paragliding and rafting – just to name but a few of the activities!
Why not experience the Spanish Riding School in Vienna or riding on a beach in Adalucia? Experience Bulgaria or ride beautiful white Lipizzanas or stay in a Medieval Castle…
Please note that flights must be booked separately.
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Valletta: Overlooking Vallettas bastion walls across the harbour, Fortina Spa resort is a temple to self-indulgence and luxury so its little wonder that it has earned itself the accolade of grandest spa in the Mediterranean.
The number of spa, health and wellbeing treatments total over 300 which can make the decision making process of which treatments to opt for dizzy-making for even the most experienced of beauty junkies. New for 2008 they are hosting Botox breaks administered by their resident Cosmetic Dermatologist, Angèle Farrugia.
The choice of mid-week or long weekend breaks will be held once a month from January until June and then in October and December. The Fortina Spa Resort has teamed up with Operations Abroad, a specialist medical tourism provider in overseas healthcare, who will accompany the groups going out to Malta.
Emphasis is placed upon having fun in a relaxed and pampering environment where groups of friends can stay on an all inclusive basis in the 5 star Fortina Spa Resort whilst being administered a total of 50 units of Botox per person. The areas treated with Botox will be the upper face, eyes, forehead and the area between the eyes. For guests seeking further Botox treatments there is the potential to have more whilst staying at Fortina up to a maximum of 100ml.
There will also be plenty of time to explore and enjoy one of Europes most comprehensive spas which is divided into four sections: Thalasso Therapy Spa, Spa Sante, Belle Epoque and Hypogeum. At this super-sized, supersonic spa, guests are simply spoilt for choice. You can take a dip in the vast pool, stretch at a pilates or yoga class, or if chilling is your thing book time in for some serious spa relaxation. The treatment menu is vast with therapies inspired from the Caribbean, Far East and Europe.
So if youre looking for rejuvenation and a short spa break why not let Operations Abroad take the hassle out of booking a trip by doing it all for you – theres step one to looking younger sorted!
For further information about Botox treatments at The Fortina Spa Resort call Operations Abroad who can talk through any requirements on freephone from the UK only 0800 081 0018 or
visit www.operations-abroad.com
London: Bungee jumping, skydiving, abseiling, and swimming with sharks are just some of the adventures that the over 50s are enjoying on their holidays – but the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) warns at the same time of an upsurge in cases of over 50s needing consular assistance abroad.
Over 50s now represent 35% of all trips abroad and the new research from the FCO reveals that nearly 70% of over 50s say they are more adventurous with their trips now then ten years ago. Over a third have visited more than 20 countries and almost a fifth have taken part in adventure activities like bungee jumping or abseiling on recent holidays. And with 25% looking to swim with sharks or 15% wanting to skydive in future on holiday the FCO is advising the over 50s to start making better preparations for their adventurous travels.
In recent years cases of over 50s approaching Foreign Office consuls have increased from more lost passports to cases seeking help with hospital costs because of a lack of travel insurance. The FCO believe the majority of the problems are due to over 50s not making proper preparations before they leave.
Steve Jewitt-Fleet from the Consular Communications Team at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO), said: In our recent research we were surprised to discover that a massive 65% of over 50s asked, didnt take out travel insurance on their last trip and out of those, 47% felt they didnt need it. In addition, nearly half didnt research their destination and only 27% made a note of their credit card number. As we have noticed an increasing number of over 50s swapping relaxing holidays in Marbella for treks in the Himalayas, we would like to see more over 50s being better prepared for their trips to ensure they are fully covered for any eventuality.
This trend has prompted the FCO to join forces with Lonely Planet to launch World Wise, an advice book aimed at older travellers which includes a host of simple advice to ensure that they are fully prepared to have the most exciting travels without any unpleasant experiences. World Wise is available to download at the FCO website www.fco.gov.uk/travel or in all Hayes and Jarvis stores. The FCO has also produced a TV filler aimed at this audience advising them to be better prepared.
Tony Wheeler, founder of Lonely Planet, is sixty this year and says: It is clear that not only are there more over 50s than ever before, but that they are travelling more and being more adventurous with their travels. It is no longer all about two weeks in Spain or saving up for a cruise – we are the generation who thinks retirement is the chance to do all the things we ever wanted to, from safaris to sailing down the Mekong. Its great to see the FCO thinking specifically about this audience and we were really pleased to work with them to launch World Wise.
FCO advice to over 50s travelling abroad
Take out fully comprehensive travel insurance that covers you for all activities you choose to do
Buy a guide book and read up on your destination so you have an idea of the geography your hotel in relation to the main tourist area etc
Know the local laws and customs e.g. acceptable behaviour and alcohol laws
Check out the travel advice at the FCO website www.fco.gov.uk/travel, or by phone from the FCO’s Travel Advice Unit on (0870 6060 290)
Remember to check that your passport is valid, in good condition and that the Next of Kin details are filled in. Take a photocopy and keep it with you
Ensure you take adequate back-up funds (credit or ATM cards, travellers cheques) for every eventuality and take copies of vital numbers
Keep the contact details of the nearest British Consulate with you; they could prove invaluable in times of trouble
In Europe apply for an European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) – online at www.dh.gov.uk/travellers, by phone on 0845 6062030 or at the Post Office. This entitles you to reduced cost, sometimes free, healthcare in most European countries* should you need it. EHIC is not a substitute for travel insurance
London: Holiday on the beautiful island of Sri Lanka: two of the island’s top spa hotels are offering two weeks full board and accommodation for the price of one during this summer season.
Both the spas are at Barberyn Ayurveda resorts on the Island. There is a growing interest in Ayurvedic medicine, one of the oldest natural healing systems in the world. At the Barberyn health centres in Sri Lanka guests can benefit from an array of treatments designed to detox the body and clear the mind. These include herbal steam baths, inhalations and massage. Yoga classes are also included.
Delicious food prepared from Ayurvedic recipes tailored to individual needs are also available. All rooms are furnished in Sri Lankan style.
The Barberyn Reef Ayurveda Resort is located on Sri Lanka’s south-west coast, right by the beach at Beruwala. The resort is sheltered by a long coral reef running the length of the resort, which forms a natural swimming lagoon. Sand stretches for miles on either side. This resort is 85km south of Colombo airport.
The Barberyn Beach Ayurveda Resort nestles among palm trees and two verdant valleys, overlooking a secluded beach near Weligama, 140 km south of the airport.
The special offer runs from 24 April until 7 November; two weeks from £217 per person in a single room or from £314 for two people sharing a double. The full package of Ayurdic treatments costs £290 per person per week.
To book or obtain more details tel (from the UK) 0870 444 2704 or go to www.barberyn.com and more lovely holidays at www.nealsyardagency.com
