below is a list of useful links to help you make your travel plans

French Gite in Rural Brittany : Friendly hamlet close to mediaeval Quimperle.One double and one twin bedroom with separate shower & WC. Salon with fitted kitchen. South facing terrace and large garden. 25 minutes from attractive beaches. Famous Pont Aven nearby.

Association of British Agents (ABTA)

a. www.abta.com/benefits.html - link to the ABTA Website page for information on benefits and financial protection. Financial Protection applies only to Hyde-Barker Travel and not necessarily to other companies mentioned in this list.

b. www.abtanet.com : the main address for the ABTA Website which includes information on other useful links

foreign and commonwealth travel : a link to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) for advice on travelling abroad.

The Department of Health: link to the Department of Health for information on health requirements and vaccinations

transport for london : useful information about london

park and ride.net : a list of all park and ride sites in the UK

UK passport agency : a link to the United Kingdom Passport Agency for information on passports

NHL travel health : national health travel advice site

US visa waiver programme : US embassy site for visa information

world time : world times

www.wtgonline.com : link to World Travel Guide for information on passport/visa requirements and other general travel information

UK Rail timetable : rail timetable throughout the UK

Campaign for Real Travel Agents (CARTA) : some of the best independent travel agents and tour operators in the UK.

Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) : financial protection of air inclusive packages

BBC Weather : world weather forecasts from the BBC.

Tourism Offices Worldwide Directory : world tourist boards.

dogs away : taking your pet abroad

www.bigfoto.com : for use of their excellent royalty free images

near.co.uk : UK business directory

Please Note: Not all the companies list on this page are members of ABTA. Please go to www.abta.com to check whether a company is a member of ABTA and for a copy of the Guide to ABTA’s Scheme of Financial Protection.