First Choice unveils new brochure line up

First Choice has launched a range of exciting new brochures for Winter 2008 and Summer 2009 and featuring ideal getaways in some fantastic locations. Highlights include three new Kid’s Academies in popular destinations, new tropical properties for an exotic retreat, daily flying to Egypt and increased flexibility to destinations such as Tunisia, Halkidiki and Aruba.

NEW: SUMMER SUN BROCHURE 2009

First Choice is excited to announce that in Summer 2009 it will be flying daily to Egypt and has also increased frequency of flying to Halkidiki and Tunisia, providing customers with even more flexibility and opportunities for the holiday of their choice. In addition, First Choice is also pleased to introduce a new property in Ibiza to its Summer Sun brochure. With totally refurbished bedrooms, the Fiesta Hotel Tanit is a short walk from the beach, offers a wide range of facilities and is a perfect choice for families or couples looking for comfortable accommodation and an active holiday.

The new brochure features over 198 properties, ranging from 3 – 5 sun and covering all board bases. The Summer Sun brochure also contains considerable early booking offers, competitive prices and free kid places.

Lead in: Departing between 1st-13th May 2009 from London Gatwick, 7 nights at Fiesta Hotel Tanit, Ibiza costs just £415 per person based on 2 adults sharing a twin room. The price covers flights, transfers, APD and fuel charges, and full board accommodation.

NEW: FAMILIES BROCHURE 2009

First Choice’s Families brochure once again focuses on a range of properties specifically chosen for their welcoming family atmosphere. The brochure includes two refurbished hotels and three properties now include First Choice’s renowned Kid’s Academies. Los Zocos in Lanzarote and Kassandra Palace in Halkidiki will be refurbished by Summer 2009 and these two properties including Oasis Garden Resort & Suites in Tenerife will have newly established Kids Academies.

Guests visiting these destinations can rest assured that their trip away will be a holiday for all the family. Oasis Garden Resort & Suites in Tenerife is close to the biggest water park in Europe, Siam Park. Families can enjoy a whole oriental experience, shooting down the tropical river or relaxing on the golden beaches. With a diverse array of animals, children’s play area and wave machine, families will struggle not to find something for everyone at this water park.

The brochure also incorporates nine Holiday Villages exclusive to First Choice, including three Holiday Village’s that open this summer in the Algarve, Cyprus and Mexico. The Families product features 4 or 5 bedded rooms, single parent savers and extra discounts on second and third child prices.

Introduced last year, the new brochure also features the successful “Family Favourites” properties. These are ten properties, specifically chosen for their family friendly feel and boast First Choice’s exclusive Kids Academies, Twinklestars, Littlestars, Superstars and Wavelength activities.

All the properties have a minimum of four beds, some of which feature the new Kids Dens where kids can enjoy their own space, having fun on a playstation or watching a DVD. Many of the Family Favourite properties also offer Baby Packs, taking the stress out of packing as First Choice take responsibility for the shopping, packing and carrying of all of baby's holiday needs.

Lead in: Departing on 5th May 2009 from London Gatwick, 7 nights at the Oasis Garden Resort and Suites, Tenerife costs from just £299 per person based on 3 adults sharing a 1 bedroom apartment on self catering basis. The price covers flights, transfers, APD and fuel charges, and self-catering board accommodation. Free Child places are also available.

NEW: PREMIER FAMILIES BROCHURE 2009

First Choice is pleased to introduce the new La Blanche Resort and Spa in Turkey to its Premier Family group of holidays. In this brochure all properties have been rigorously assessed to ensure it matches the family friendly criteria, such as hotel-run kids clubs, entertainment, children’s pools and more, to ensure the perfect family getaway.

First Choice is also continuing its partnership with “Family Safe Plus” to offer all Premier Families customers a free account ensuring complete peace of mind whilst on holiday.

Lead in: Departing between 1st-13th May 2009, 7 nights at the La Blanche Resort and Spa, Turkey costs from just £409 per person based on 2 adults sharing a twin room. The price covers flights, transfers, APD and fuel charges. Free Child places are also available.

NEW: HOLIDAY VILLAGE BROCHURE 2009

All nine of First Choice’s flagship family properties are featured in the new Holiday Village brochure including Lanzarote, Turkey, Costa Del Sol, Majorca, Egypt, Dominican Republic, Cyprus, Algarve and Cozumel.

These exclusive First Choice properties all include Kids Academies, Twinklestars, Littlestars, Superstars and Wavelength activities. All the Holiday Villages offer cool new Hit! Entertainment, Bob the Builder and Friends’ Kids Dens where kids can chill out, play on the playstation or watch a DVD. To ensure everyone is entertained in the evening First Choice has teamed up with E3, one of the UK’s top entertainment companies.

Every night guests can enjoy dazzling cabaret, red-hot pop concerts and enchanting kid’s shows. The Holiday Villages are not just for kids, offering a full range services so adults can enjoy fun activities, time in the gym or indulge in a revitalising treatment at the spa.

Lead in: Departing between 1st-13th May 2009 from London Gatwick, 7 nights at the Holiday Village Cozumel costs just £889 per person based on 2 adults sharing a double room. The price covers flights, transfers, APD and fuel charges, and all-inclusive accommodation.

NEW: TROPICAL BROCHURE 2009

Following on from the success of last year’s brochure, the First Choice team has ensured that its new Tropical Brochure is better than ever before and incorporates an array of resorts in ideal locations to meet all tastes. First Choice is pleased to introduce two new properties in the Maldives and Jamaica, the J Resorts Raalhuveli and the Riu Montego Bay, where guests can experience their own piece of paradise.

Increased routes to exotic locations also means that First Choice can offer an extended choice of holidays and customers can now enjoy a new seven night stay in Aruba.

Lead in: Departing on 1st June from Gatwick, 7 nights all inclusive at the Holiday Inn Sunspree costs from £855 per person based on 2 adults sharing a standard room. This price covers flights, transfers, APD for the standard cabin and fuel charges. Overseas departure taxes are payable locally by passengers.

NEW: SNOW BROCHURE 2008/09

First Choice’s new Snow brochure 2009 is packed full of fantastic new properties for the perfect winter break on the slopes. Introducing a brand new resort situated in the heart of the Gran Massif region in France, the new self-catering apartments at Intrawest Flaine Montsoliel will be ideal for families or adults looking for comfortable alpine accommodation.

The new brochure also introduces new Chic and Unique concept properties in the snow. These three new hotels available for winter 2009 are handpicked for their contemporary feel, style, individuality and great service.

Lead in: Departing 14th March 2009 from London Gatwick, 7 nights in a 2 bedroom apartment at the Intrawest Flaine Montsoleil, Flaine, France costs just £299 per person, based on 6 adults sharing. The price covers flights, transfers, APD and fuel charges and self catering accommodation.

Visit Firstchoice.co.uk for further information and individual requirements.