Centre Travel

                        Flavours, charm and discoveries in the historic centre of Namur. Having received your free "Vill'En Poche" guidebook, you decide what you would like to discover. You could simply enjoy wandering around the narrow streets of the historic town centre, and perhaps coming across some hidden gems.  The guidebook contains several walking routes to introduce you the town's rich historical past, including some elegant eighteenth-century buildings. Or you could go shopping or soak up a little culture at the museum dedicated to the famous, local artist, Felicien Rops. The guidebook comes with a Visit Pass which entitles you to reduced-price admission to many tourist attractions. You could also visit the fascinating Groebeeck de Croix Museum, a magnificent eighteenth- century townhouse that has been preserved as it was then, and now offers a glimpse of life  in Namur during the elegant century....

The village of Fosses is renowned for its colourful folklore, and its winding, narrow streets will lead you to the village square and the magnificent nineteenth-century family house that has now been converted to the contempoary-style "Le Castel" hotel-restaurant. The food served in the restaurant has proved a big hit with gourmets who enjoy sophisticated dishes that skilfully combine the best local produce with the highest standards of preparation and cooking. This package includes a choice of two activities, to be made according to the season and the weather during your visit. First, the "Petit Chapitre" Museum, with its 800 dolls dressed in the traditional Walloon costumes and its exhibition recounting the legend of the Chinels. Second, the Bambois Lake, whose bird-watching hides, foothpaths, aquariums and water-gardens will delight nature-lovers and awaken all their senses. The day before or after your visit, we suggest you go shopping or enjoy a cultural ev...

The Royal Albion, was built in 1760 and is in the heart of Broadstairs. Overlooking the sea, with 19 bedrooms, sea facing bar and restaurant it is an ideal location for touring coastal and historic Kent. The Royal Albion Hotel, Broadstairs Tel:   01843 868071 Web:   www.albionbroadstairs.co.uk

The Holiday Inn Rochester-Chatham is a modern hotel.  Bedrooms and public areas are fully air-conditioned and have high speed internet access. Its fully equipped health club makes it ideal for the business traveller as well as weekend visitor. Holiday Inn Rochester Tel:   0870 400 9069 Web:   www.ichotelsgroup.com

               Venezia - The Story of Venice "comes alive in this Unique and Entertaining Show" Teatro San Gallo The theatre in Campo San Gallo close to the Piazzo San Marco, is a great place for all travelers to Venice to visit and to discover everything about the  The Story of Venice as well as be entertained. The Show Venezia is a thrilling mix of history and entertainment with stunning surround projection and great acting. The Theatre Bookshop Every book you have ever wanted, that in words and pictures will tell you everything that you ever wanted to know about this great and beautiful City. Plus great gifts for the family back home. Open Every day From 9.00am Till 9.00pm Day Time Venice History Documentary Video The Serene Republic Every morning on the hour from 10.am. A half hour video show that puts the beauty of Venice in its historical context.  A must see for visitors to this historically important City. Live Mus...

                                                    The Rondanini Pieta  by Michelangelo Museum of Ancient Art The Museum houses an important collection of Mediaeval and Renaissance art. The items are linked to the history of Milan and Lombardy and come from archaeological excavations or churches and buildings no longer extant. Works worthy of note include the "Funerary Monument of Bernabo Visconti" created by Bonino da Campione in the 14th century, the elegant sculptures of Giovanni di Balduccio, the presumed "Head of the Empress Teodora" from the 6th century and the friezes from the mediaeval Romana Gateway, built in 1171. The Asse (Wooden Panelling ) Room, decorated by Leonardo da Vinci and following rooms, including the Ducal chapel with its frescoes, recall the high point of the Sforza period. The itineray concludes with the funerary monumen...

The Nimes Arena is one of the world's best-preserved Roman amphitheatres. One must-see are the stunning 3D short film "Heroes of Nimes" showing at the  Square House, and the breathtaking views of the town of Nimes from the Magne Tower. Discover with a single ticket:   The amphitheatre -The gladiators quarters - Colours of the corrida                                                        The Square House ( Antique Temple)                                                        The Magne Tower (Roman Tower) Families welcome: 2 - for - 1 entry for children aged 7 to 17 inclusive (with a first child fee) Free audioguided and illustrated tour. Lets you experience the ambiances of gladiators time. ...

The Story of a brand Where did this name come from? Haribo sweets first appeared in 1920. the brand name came from the first three syllables of its founder's name Hans Riegel, and his native town of Bonn. He made his special sweets in a laundry room while his wife delivered them by bicycle! Why are they so good? You must take the best of what nature provides - like sugar, the root of the liquorice plant and a host of other ingredients.  Having selected these, Haribo adds the personal touch, revealed in full inside the museum. Haribo Museum Shop Full of delights and more attractive than ever the shop offers a huge choice of sweets. You will surely find your favourites.  Spoil yourselves ..... and don't forget your friends and family at home! A magical interactive visit into the heart of sweets! You will see pictures of our sweets being made and discover the ingredients used. The shapes, colours and flavours of our sweets will have no secrets for you when you learn ...