Insight Vacations (www.insightvacations.com) has announced the launch of its 2012/13 Winter Europe including the Eastern Mediterranean and Christmas Markets program. The new collection features 28 premium autumn, winter and spring itineraries including three new fully escorted tours.
Running between Europe’s autumn, winter and spring seasons, the new program provides agents with a comprehensive range of hassle-free holiday options taking in some of the most exciting destinations in Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean including Italy, Spain, Portugal, The Alps and Central Europe, Morocco, Greece, Egypt, Jordan, Turkey and Israel.
Lorraine Sharp, Managing Director, Insight Vacations, said “There is something truly special about travelling throughout this part of the world in autumn, winter or spring. Each season has a distinct atmosphere ranging from the snow-covered Christmas markets to the tranquil beauty, and rich colours of autumn.
“The uniqueness of travelling during this time has become more and more appealing to Australian travellers over the past three years. In addition to the benefit of experiencing seasonal specialities, access to sights and highlights is much better without the summertime crowds and the savings on offer are incredible.
“This year, Insight Vacations’ 2012/13 Winter Europe is up to 35% less expensive than summer tours and many of our itineraries are also priced lower than 2011/12 autumn, winter and spring prices.
“In addition to fantastic savings, our 2012/13 Winter Europe program has also seen an expansion with the introduction of three new tours. These include the nine-day Rome to London, unveiling a different side to some of Europe’s biggest hotspots; the eight or 11-day Sicily In Depth with Malta Option, providing a fascinating balance of culture, art and history highlights; and the nine-day Highlights of Spain covering this popular region’s top sights, and many hidden gems.
“Choice, in addition to value, really lies at the heart of Insight’s 2012/13 Winter Europe collection. As such, the brochure features a variety of tour types and destinations. These include City Breaks, perfect for the independent-minded traveller wanting to experience a specific spot without the hassles; Multi-Country Discovery, the perfect introduction to Europe; Regional Exploration, a more leisurely and in-depth way to experience a specific destination; Christmas Markets, treasure troves of art and traditional fare which are exclusive to the festive season and The Eastern Mediterranean, for tours of unequalled quality in Turkey, Greece, Israel, Jordan and Egypt.
“Whatever style or destination clients choose, they will get the best value at the highest quality with Insight Vacations. Each itinerary features a host of inclusions such as airport transfers, luxury transport throughout in coaches with business class legroom, premium hotels in desirable locations, exceptional sightseeing and priority admissions, celebration and highlight dinners, hotel/dining tips and baggage handling, smaller group sizes, and more personalised service.
“In addition to the great value these inclusions and travelling in the shoulder season provides, the program also offers a number of additional ways agents can help clients save. For example, organised travellers can take advantage of Insight’s Early Payment Discounts of up to 7.5 per cent off the tour price. Plus, those who have travelled with Insight Vacations previously can take a further five per cent off with Insight’s Frequent Traveller Discount.
“Add all this to airfares which are traditionally less expensive during this time and there really is no better value holiday option for autumn, winter and spring.”