A truly unique holiday destination, which offers not only fantastic skiing opportunities with excellent, reliable snow conditions, high quality accommodation and few lift queues but also many incredible activities, from the chance to see the stunning northern lights, to driving your own husky team. A place of magical escapism, Lapland is only a short distance from the UK.

Despite the freezing temperatures the guides always made sure everyone was kept warm with additional thermal clothing.

Please call Mel to arrange your own Arctic Adventure.

Perfect for lovers of Japanese cuisine and those wishing to learn to cook from a proven expert in the field, this tour frames unique food experiences against the backdrop of the must-see sights in Tokyo, Kyoto and rural Kyushu.  

The tour includes a full spectrum of Japanese cuisine over 13 nights including a Michelin starred restaurant in Tokyo and Kaiseki cuisine in Kyoto as well as traditional regional cuisine throughout the rural island of Kyushu. Three cookery classes led by Tim are included as well as a sushi making class and a soba noodle making experience.

Food aside, sightseeing experiences include the Golden Pavilion, Path of Philosophy and Ryoanji temple in Kyoto, Asakusa’s Sensoji temple and the stunning Mt. Aso on Kyushu – the world’s largest caldera. You will also see stunning Japanese gardens as well as the bright lights of modern Tokyo.

Some of the best food experiences in Japan are simple street foods and you will experience these as well. This is travelling as part of a small group so there will flexibility to taste the delicacies of the yatai food stands in Fukuoka as well as okonomiyaki and takoyaki in Osaka and the sublime ramen in Yokohama.

Making extensive use of the Shinkansen (bullet train) to travel between destinations you will also have ample opportunity to try Japan’s famous ‘bento’ lunch boxes.

Visits to a brewery in Fukuoka, a sake tasting and tea ceremony in Kyoto and a shochu distillery and winery visit in Miyazaki ensure a complete exploration of Japan’s culinary culture.

With 12 evening meals included, breakfast everyday and a number of lunches cooked during the lessons this is a very inclusive tour. Accommodation is of a 4 star level throughout, is fully en-suite and at the Japanese inns includes the chance to enjoy traditional onsen baths.

Please call the Journeys team for more details.

The live final of the AITO Agents’ Mastermind Challenge 2011 competition also took place at the conference which saw four finalists compete for the title of the most knowledgeable AITO Agent in the UK . The exciting finale saw our Mel win the coveted prize.

Orion Cruises provide access to remote and intriguing areas while whilst enjoying the comfort of luxurious surroundings.    Their ships combine the best and the latest in design with maritime and environmental technology, comfort and casual elegance

Orion Cruises offer an excellent staff-to-guest ratio, unique breathtaking on-shore adventures with spectacular scenery, stunning wildlife and rich culture.   On board speakers are also carefully selected for their knowledge and expertise on the regions you will visit.

Destinations on offer have some of the most pristine and sensitive wilderness areas on our planet and offer you the opportunity for unique experiences in amazing destinations.  Explore Australia’s North West coast, The Sub- Antarctic Islands, South East Asia, Borneo, the tranquil island sea of Japan and even the Russian Far East.

From the ice-strengthened hull to the chilled champagne and superb cuisine, this is expedition cruising at its finest.

We offer an excellent range of singing and holidays for music lovers. 

Nothing beats experiencing music in situ where it belongs together with the food and ambience and the local people.  We offer tours from SONGLiNes who have special musical experiences offering private concerts, jam sessions and meetings with musicians and instrument-makers.  2012 destinations include Brazil, Malaysia, India and Morocco. 

Authentic singing adventures offer holidays staying in locally run hotels with an authentic feel with the opportunity to sing in a variety of settings…  from churches in Greece, beside the sea in Cuba or in the Abruzzo Mountains.  There’s even the possibility to join in with local choirs. 

Music Festivals on offer include Ischia, Leipzig, New York and Buxton.  We can even book you to a Music Festival at sea.

Of course it’s not all about music there will be time for other activities … sightseeing, exploring or just relaxing and enjoying the company of others.

We are delighted to be one of the few UK Travel Agents who can now offer holidays from Riviera Travel. 

Offering a range of European and Worldwide escorted tours together with Short Breaks, River Cruises and Tall Ship Cruises these guided tours are ideal for those looking for something a little bit different.

Lynne is our Riviera Travel expert so give her a call and she would be delighted to help you choose the tour that would be best for you.

Against strong competition from national companies our personal service has once again earned us recognition and we thank everyone who voted for us. 

Claire has picked up the award on behalf of The Team at a prestigious event at The Bahia Del Duque in Tenerife.

Journeys à la Carte have scooped a top industry prize at a glittering ceremony attended by more than 900 guests at London’s Grosvenor House.

With tough competition, Journeys à la Carte won the Retail Team Of The Year at the TTG Travel Awards, run by the industry’s leading trade newspaper, Travel Trade Gazette.

There to receive the award on behalf of the team was Sue Richardson and the guest host on the night presenting the award was Miranda Harte of comedy fame.

These pictures from the album of one of “our families”.

They had a simply amazing trip to California & Hawaii !

Activity holidays

Lounging about on a deck chair is some peoples’ idea of hell. Fortunately, there are now holidays to suit every passionate sportsman (or woman).

A week’s golf in France, improving your backhand in Spain or skiing through the powder in Canada. All things that will leave you with the mild ache that says you’ve achieved something.

Our pages give information on some of the “main stream” activities, however there are no limits to the range available – the choice is yours.

Adventure

With  Journeys à la Carte you can look beyond the normal tourist routes.

We specialise in adventure travel and are agents for all the leading adventure tour operators (and some of the more unusual ones too). Choose a comfort level to suit you. Travel independently or as part of a group.

Discover -          Be part of a cultural tour
Explore –             See the world
Be free –             Try camping
Embark –            Take a railway journey
Communicate – Partake in a tribal encounter
Go higher -        Trek and climb
Go wild –            Experience a walking safari
Cut loose -        Ride a motor bike along Route 66

Amaze yourself !!