You walk, they plan it

Uwalk.ie have retained their most popular walking destinations for 2009 and added some new walks in Slovenia and Austria.

Generally catering for those with a moderate level of fitness, Uwalk.ie offers a selection of guided walks for all levels.

Uwalk.ie is the specialist walking holidays division of Navan Travel who also arrange specialist holidays for Bridge players.

Anyone who likes some exercise and is looking for something different but relaxing in a holiday can check www.uwalk.ie or locall 1890 289255.

INCHYDONEY Island Lodge & Spa, has just launched an exclusive €65 (per person sharing) per night mid-week offer for anyone over 65 years of age. Valid until the end of March, the price includes overnight accommodation in a deluxe ocean view room with private balcony/patio and full Irish buffet breakfast in the Gulfstream Restaurant.

The special rate also provides full access to the Island Spa’s heated seawater pool, sauna, steam room, gym and relaxation areas.Details from 023-33143 or from www.inchydoneyisland.com

ABBEY Travel has just announced a new spring and summer offer with visits to Budapest and Vienna.

The €670 package (including taxes) doesn’t come cheap but it does include accommodation in four-star hotels, guided tours of the two cities and return rail travel from Budapest to Vienna as well, of course, as return flights from Dublin with Malev Hungarian Airlines.

Call Abbey Travel on 01 8047111 or book online at www.abbeytravel.ie

WHETHER one is a seasoned sailor or simply adventurous, Concorde Travel, Ireland’s only specialists in Croatian yacht charters, has expanded its programme for 2009.

They will organise everything from flights and transfers to boat charter, with or without skippers. For a family of four, including flights, transfers and one week on a 32ft sailboat, typical costs range from €775 to €915 per person.

Visit www.concordetravel.ie or call 01 775 9300 for more information on chartering sail and motorboats in Croatia.

IRISH Ferries is offering a three-nights Easter family break at Greenacres Haven Holiday Park near Porthmadog, north Wales for €363, with arrival date scheduled for April 10. The deal includes return car ferry crossing, accommodation in a two bedroom standard caravan and on site entertainment.