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MagicStars Offers Fabulous Deals On Future Holidays

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 11:00:00 Z

MagicStars offers fabulous deals on future holidays

At MagicBreaks, we’re committed to finding your perfect holiday and offering you the best possible deal.

And with our new MagicStars programme, a huge range of holidays have now become even more affordable.

Anyone booking a holiday before the end of September will earn 50 MagicStars for every £1,000 spent with MagicBreaks.

Each MagicStar is worth £1 and can be redeemed against any future holiday.

The more you spend, the more you earn, so book a £4,000 holiday before the end of the month and you’ll earn 200 MagicStars - £200 off your next booking!

The options for using your MagicStars are endless.

Perhaps you fancy a luxury family trip to Lapland, where you’ll stay in an Arctic Treehouse Hotel, enjoy a dog-sledding trip and be taken on a magical tour guided by elves.

Or maybe you prefer a trip to Africa, exploring the sights of Table Mountain in Cape Town and being transported to a luxurious lodge to observe wildlife roaming their natural habitat.

Closer to home, you could opt for a short break at Legoland Windsor Resort, to enjoy live shows, 4D movie experiences and over 55 rides and attractions.

You’ll find all these holidays and much more under our ‘Experience by MagicBreaks’, ‘Worldwide’ and ‘UK Breaks’ sections of the website.

Remember, to take advantage of the MagicStars offer, you must book a holiday by September 30th, 2020.

We’ll send you a voucher to redeem once your booking is confirmed.

At MagicBreaks, it’s easy to find your perfect holiday and, as always, we’re dedicated to making your experience more special, more memorable and more amazing.

6 Bucket List Excursions in Australia

Thu, 14 May 2020 09:45:00 Z

As our bucket lists get longer, Australia is most certainly on many if not most of them. Beautiful beaches, bustling cities, outback adventures, world-class food, nature and wildlife - Australia has it all! Today’s blog post digs deeper and highlights six key things that you can get up to in Sydney that if they aren’t on your bucket list already, they hopefully will be once you’ve had a read.

1. Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise

Seeing the Sydney Harbour is a must when visiting Australia. If you fancy a more relaxing experience away from many tourists, you can cruise through the beautiful Sydney Harbour - a great way to see the sights of the world-famous harbour at your own pace. It’s also a fantastic photo opportunity! You can hop-on and hop-off at Darling Harbour, Watsons Bay, Luna Park, Circular Quay and Taronga Zoo, which leads us onto the next highlight…

2. Taronga Zoo

If you’re dreaming of discovering Australia's amazing wildlife, then where better to visit than Australia’s largest zoo. Meet koala’s, kangeroos, sun bears and many more. You can also ride the Sky Safari Gondola where you’ll soak up breathtaking Sydney Harbour views and watch Asian Elephant herds play from above. A truly special moment!

3. Bondi Surf Lesson

You can’t go to Australia without visiting Bondi Beach and learning how to surf, no matter how good or bad you think you may be, it’s about immersing yourself into the ‘aussie’ lifestyle. You never know, you may surprise yourself!

4. Blue Mountains

If you want to see more of your favourite Australian wildlife, head to the Blue Mountains. This world heritage site is the home of native Australian animals, including koalas, kangaroos and wallabies. You will also travel through picturesque villages and see beautiful waterfalls and views, such as the famous Three Sisters. Pretty as a picture!

5. Hunter Valley Wine Experience

All that walking will make you thirsty! Head to the Hunter Valley vineyards and learn about the wine-making process (and have a tipple or two!) in the beautiful Australian countryside. You'll also enjoy a delicious lunch made from local produce while you sample some of the area's best wines. Plus, after spending the afternoon at the award-wining McGuigans Winery and taking part in a private group tasting, visit the cellar door where you can purchase a bottle or two to take home for family and friends…or yourself! This is a fantastic full day experience that wine lovers won’t want to miss.

6. Sydney Bridge Climb Summit

If you’re an adrenaline junkie, what more could you want out of your trip to Sydney than an exhilarating and memorable adventure, climbing one the world's most iconic modern structures. You’ll get the best 360º views of Sydney Harbour as you’ll reach heights of 134 meters.

If the above sounds like the perfect post lockdown holiday then good news, it is all included in our brand-new Experiences by MagicBreaks package! The package also includes 2 nights' accommodation at 5* Raffles Hotel in Dubai (bed & breakfast) to break up your journey in style, 13 nights' accommodation at 5* Adina Apartments in Sydney, Australia, return flights and airport transfers.

Prices start from £2,449 per person for economy class travel or if you fancy a treat, business class travel starts from £6,099 per person. These prices are based on arrival dates between 30th March - 7th April 2021 but rest assured, we have lots of dates, durations and departure airports available to cater for all.

Click here for more information about our brand-new offering.

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Why a Wild West Ranch Experience is the perfect 2021 holiday

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 13:45:00 Z

Have you ever dreamed of being a real-life cowboy on a ranch? Well, it’s time to make your dream a reality as we have just added a brand-new holiday to our range of Experiences by MagicBreaks, a once in a lifetime Wild West Ranch Experience. Yeehaw!

This joins a fabulous line up of lifetime experiences; a magical Santa Break in Lapland, an African Safari and a luxury stay at The Ritz London. All promise to provide inspiration and desire for magical moments with all of the family.

The Wild West Ranch Experience will see you stay at an award-winning Arizona guest ranch, located at the foot of Tucson Mountains, next to Saguaro National Park, and enjoy a range of fantastic activities, including daily horseback riding. You can find out more about this unique experience here, but in this blog post, we’re going to focus on why a ranch holiday could be perfect for you and your family.

One of the many things that quarantine has highlighted is that holidays really allow you to get away and escape daily life. They allow you time together to experience activities, create magical memories and stories that you can tell for years to come. We all love a sun-drenched holiday. Relaxing by a pool, bliss! But, life is about new experiences, so what better than living like a cowboy at a Wild West Ranch!

Try something new - Our Wild West Ranch experience is guaranteed fun and it will be extremely enriching. You’ll learn about yourself, your family, explore mesmerising scenery and bring home some new skills – Lasso’s at the ready!

Enjoy the ride – There will be no aching feet (only bums!) during this experience as you will cover a vast amount of ground on your daily horseback ride. Sit back in your saddle and take it all in. This experience certainly escapes the hustle of bustle of every day life as you’ll experience Arizona without barely seeing another sole. Here, you’ll be able to gaze into the horizon without a single house or road obstructing your view! Don’t’ worry if you’re not a keen horse rider, you’ll be assigned a horse according to ability, experience and size. You’ll learn how to ride in all terrains and even establish a beautiful bond with your horse.

Get involved – A can do attitude is a must on a ranch holiday as you’ll be getting stuck into to a whole host of brand-new experiences, such as rock climbing in an incredible setting in the east end of the Ranch. You’ll also experience a Weekly Ranch Rodeo, where you’ll learn all about Team Roping and Barrel Racing.

Soul seeking – Taking a ranch holiday is wholesome and nourishing. You’ll spend the day in wilderness outdoors and participate in a vast array of new activities; whether you’re horseback riding, hiking in the mountains, swimming in the pool or rock climbing. This will certainly build up an appetite! Enjoy fantastic meals that you’ll be sure to try and recreate when you’re back home. The spectacular surroundings and fantastic food will make even just lazing about with no stress, great for the soul.

Meet new people – Living on a ranch is a lifestyle, so those who you meet during your experience will be incredibly interesting and have some great stories to tell. They have an extreme sense of adventure for all - absorb it!

It goes without saying, we all deserve the ultimate holiday to look forward to in 2021 and what better than this unique, fulfilling and unforgettable Wild West Ranch Experience.

For more information or to book please call us on 0330 880 0340.

NEW! Experiences by MagicBreaks: Luxury stay at The Ritz

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 15:45:00 Z

You may remember that we have recently launched a new collection of hand-picked, once in a lifetime holidays, Experiences by MagicBreaks. Today, we are excited to announce that we can offer you a luxury stay at 5* The Ritz London – the perfect treat to look forward to at the end of 2020!

You and your loved ones can experience a stay at the 5* luxury Ritz London Hotel, located in Central London, and indulge in a Champagne Afternoon Tea in the hotel's spectacular Palm Court. Sip on chilled champagne and enjoy a delicious selection of finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, pastries and cakes, all served with your choice of loose-leaf tea from The Ritz's extensive selection.

Prices start from £729pp*, which includes:

• 2 nights' accommodation at 5* The Ritz London

• Full English breakfast

• Champagne Afternoon Tea

• Cheese and Wine tasting

This price is based on 6th – 8th November 2020 stays, so that you can also experience the 2020 London Christmas lights switch on, how magical! Don’t worry if you can’t make this date as we have plenty more dates available.

PLUS, UK Break bookings made with MagicBreaks by 30th April 2020 will receive a FREE bouquet of freshly cut flowers from Bloom & Wild+. A gorgeous addition to your home this Spring.

If you’re not already tempted, here’s some further information about The Ritz and why we feel this is such a magical, once in a lifetime experience…

Situated between bustling Piccadilly and relaxing Royal Green Park, the luxury 5* Ritz London is located in the heart of London, making it the perfect location for exploring everything London has to offer.

On your doorstep you'll discover Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace, Bond Street and West End Theatres, where there are plenty of shows to choose from.

Plus, with so much to enjoy at The Ritz London, you can also create many magical memories at your hotel.

Enjoy an indulgent champagne afternoon tea in the elegant Palm Court, dine on fine cuisine at the Michelin-starred Ritz Restaurant and relax with a cocktail at the dazzling Rivoli Bar. For the ultimate indulgence you can enjoy being pampered at the hotel's exclusive salon, offering the very best in hair, nail, beauty and massage treatments – the perfect treat after some sightseeing!

Click here to find out more about our BRAND-NEW Experiences by MagicBreaks offering or if your mind is already made up, book today by calling 0330 880 0340.

*Prices are per person, based on 2 people sharing a Superior Room. Other dates and durations are available. Prices are subject to availability and possible change. +Over £300 in value.

NEW! Experiences by MagicBreaks

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 09:45:00 Z

We are so excited to have just launched Experiences by MagicBreaks, a hand-picked selection of lifetime experiences that will provide magical memories for all. We hope these will provide inspiration and desire for magical moments with all of the family.

Our very first experience to share is a luxurious break to Lapland, the home of all things Christmas!

Stay in a designer treehouse hidden among the forest, enjoy indulgent dining, a thrilling dog-sledding trip and even a magical elf-guided visit to Santa's Secret Command Centre. It really is the holiday of dreams!

What's included?

• 3 nights' accommodation in an Arctic Treehouse Suite

• Return flights to Rovaniemi, with luggage

• Return airport transfers from Rovaniemi airport

• Half board: breakfast & a 3-course evening dinner

• Private excursion to Santa's Secret Forest

• 1-hour husky sledding excursion

Prices start from £2,995 per adult and £795 per child for arrivals on 4th December 2020*, however we have lots of dates, durations and departure airports available to cater for all.

Let’s find out more about where you could be staying…

Arctic TreeHouse Hotel

Your Luxury Santa Break will include a 3-night stay at the stunning Arctic TreeHouse Hotel, located in the snow-laden forests near Rovaniemi. This premium glass-fronted hotel combines both cutting-edge Scandinavian design and all the snugness you could want from a stay in the Arctic.

The luxurious Arctic TreeHouse Suites boast floor-to-ceiling windows, facing north from your forest canopy vantage point to make the most of Northern Lights displays! Plus, mock-fur-clad armchairs, cosy duvets and log-burning stoves make this the perfect place to relax after a day of exploring the snowy Arctic.

Plus, you'll enjoy indulgent dining at the hotel's restaurant Rakas; serving up a modern take on tasty Lappish dishes, from forest mushroom tartare to homemade berry cheesecake.

Included Excursions

• You'll be welcomed by one of Santa's faithful elves, who'll guide you through the legendary Elf School

• At Elf School you'll learn crucial Christmas skills, for example the fine art of gingerbread decoration

• After graduating Elf School, you'll be led along the Fairytale Path through the forest, trying kick sledding along the way

• Once you arrive at Santa's Secret Command Center you'll get to watch the elves busily prepare for Christmas, before meeting Santa Claus himself!

• You'll then be taken back to your cosy treehouse for an indulgent dinner

• Each child will also receive a present from Santa!

Husky Sledding

• After breakfast you'll be met and escorted to a nearby farm for a chance to meet the adorably sociable huskies

• You'll then board a sledge and head out into the quiet wilderness

• You will stop halfway, giving you time to enjoy the peaceful surroundings before heading back for dinner at the hotel

• Please note that private husky sledding can also be booked for a supplement

I hope you would agree, this really is an experience of a lifetime and it will create extraordinary memories for you and your family.

Click here for more information about our brand-new offering and keep your eyes peeled for further incredible ‘Experiences by MagicBreaks’.

Book your stay today by calling 0330 880 5001.