Olympus Vilamoura Suites QQQQ

Where to stay? Located close to the beach, golf courses, marina, shops and restaurants, the self catering Olympus Vilamoura Suites are perfect for those wishing to explore the Algarve independently.

Including all this… Welcome food pack • Welcome drink • Saga representative who will visit six times a week • Insurance and cancellation cover • Return flights, airport taxes, fees, charges, transfers and more.

Why now? Portugal’s southern coast has some of the country’s warmest weather, making the Algarve a great destination for winter sun. Even in winter, the weather is pleasant, with five to six hours of sunshine a day.

Winter highlights: If you’re a golf fanatic, you’ll find the fairways on the Algarve far less busy during the winter months – and far warmer than their British counterparts.

*Price based on four people sharing a two bed apartment for a 56-night stay departing between December 4-10, 2008, 56 nights from £840. Flights from Gatwick to Faro with the scheduled services of British Airways. Special offer: Four weeks for the price of three on departures between Nov 4, 2008-Feb 2, 2009.

Hotel Avenida QQQQ

Where to stay? The 4-star full board Hotel Avenida enjoys a superb location within reach of Benidorm’s Old Town, the restaurants, bars and shops of modern Benidorm and sandy Levante Beach. Enjoy the hotel’s stunning rooftop terrace and heated outdoor swimming pool, which boasts views of the Mediterranean.

Including all this… Full board • Welcome drink, cocktail party and Saga dinner • Resident Saga representative • Insurance and cancellation cover • Return flights, airport taxes, fees, charges, transfers and more.

Why now? Only a two-hour flight from the UK, Benidorm’s climate and beautiful beaches have made it one of Europe’s leading winter resorts. Temperatures are pleasantly mild – ranging from 21°C in October to 13°C in January. Expect around six hours of sunshine each day in the winter.

Winter highlights: An early evening stroll along the palm-fringed promenade is a must. Pause to watch the world go by and join in with the café society, sipping cappuccinos beside the Mediterranean Sea.

*Price based on a 56-night stay departing between January 7-13, 2009, 56 nights from £1456. Flights from Gatwick to Alicante with the scheduled services of British Airways. Special offer: Four weeks for the price of three on departures between Jan 7-13, 2009

Hotel Port Denia QQQQ

Located on the Costa Blanca, the historic seaside town of Denia is full of Spanish character and charm. Beautiful beaches, open-air markets and Mount Montgo Natural Park can all be enjoyed from the 3-star, all-inclusive Hotel Port Denia which offers a good choice of entertainment and facilities.

Including all this… Full board • Wine and water at dinner • Free bar open from 10am to 11pm • Three excursions • Five excursions on 14 nights or longer • Welcome drink, cocktail party and Saga dinner • Resident Saga representative • Insurance and cancellation cover • Return flights, airport taxes, fees, charges and transfers • Exclusive Saga lounge and more.

Why now? Denia enjoys a mild winter with six hours of sunshine each day.

Winter highlights: Don’t miss the festivites of Christmas or The Procession of the Three Wise Men in January.

*Price based on a 56-night stay departing between January 6-12, 2009, 56 nights from £1624. Flights from Gatwick to Alicante with the scheduled services of British Airways. Special offer: Save up to £80 off previously advertised prices on selected departures and durations between Nov 18-Dec 10, 2008 and Jan 6-12, 2009.

Hotel Barcelo Punta Umbria QQQQ

Where to stay? Located on Spain’s south-west coast in the Huelva province, the all-inclusive Hotel Barcelo Punta Umbria an Andalusian-style 4-star hotel, provides a peaceful retreat in an area of natural beauty within easy reach of Punta Umbria.

Including all this… Full board • Wine and water at lunch and dinner • Free bar open from 10am to 11pm • Two excursions • Four excursions on 14 nights or longer • Welcome drink, cocktail party and Saga dinner • Resident Saga representative • Insurance and cancellation cover • Return flights, airport taxes, fees, charges and transfers • Exclusive Saga lounge and more.

Why now? The winters in Punta Umbria are extremely mild, with an average of five hours of sun a day.

Winter highlights: This hotel is a great choice for walkers and naturalists as Los Enerales Nature Park and the marshland of Marismas del Odiel are both nearby.

*Price based on a 56-night stay departing between January 3-12, 2009, 56 nights from £1959. Flights from Gatwick to Faro with the scheduled services of British Airways.

Coastline Hotel QQQQ

Set in a peaceful location on Malta’s northern coast, the Coastline Hotel is exclusive to Saga and offers a unique opportunity to spend your holiday with like-minded holidaymakers. With stylish accommodation and a superb choice of facilities including two restaurants with stunning views across the bay, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a fitness suite, the Coastline Hotel is the perfect winter escape.

Including all this… Full board • Local wine and water with dinner • Free bar open 12 hours daily serving local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks • Two excursions • Welcome drink, cocktail party and sumptuous waiter-served gala dinner with entertainment by a band in the ballroom • Resident Saga representatives • Insurance and cancellation cover • Return scheduled flights and more.

Why now? Malta guarantees warmth and sunshine in winter with temperatures averaging 14°C and an average of six hours of sunshine per day.

Winter highlights: Christmas is of course the biggest event in winter and the Maltese celebrate in quite a big way. In addition to the streetlights and Christmas trees, the Maltese construct nativity scenes that are usually open to public viewing.

*Price based on a 56 night stay departing between January 5-11, 2009, 56 nights from £2184. Flights from Gatwick to Malta with the scheduled sevices of Air Malta. Special offer: Four weeks for the price of three on selected departures between Jan 5-25, 2009.

Club Palm Bay Hotel

Where to stay? The Club Palm Bay Hotel in Marawila is the ideal choice for a secluded and leisurely all-inclusive, winter sun holiday. Stay in one of the bungalows set amid landscaped grounds and enjoy the hotel’s excellent facilities, which include an Ayurvedic Health Centre and a range of sporting activities.

Including all this… Full board • Free bar open for 14 hours daily • Four excursions • Welcome drink and dinner, cocktail party and farewell dinner • Ayurvedic head massage • Private dinner served in the garden • Resident Saga representative • Insurance and cancellation cover • Return scheduled flights and more.

Why now? Whilst Britain shivers, Sri Lanka still gets an average of eight hours of sun a day. Temperatures peak at 31°C in February and March.

Winter highlights: Discover ancient temples, lush jungles, beautiful beaches, an elephant orphanage, highland tea plantations and more on this enchanting island.

*Three weeks for the price of two on departures between April 12-June 30 and August 31-October 30, 2009, 21 nights from £1379. Price based on departures between May 19-Jun 30, 2009. Includes one night aboard aircraft. Flights from Heathrow to Colombo with the scheduled services of Sri Lankan Airlines. Local departures are also available – please call for details.

Avenue Hotel

Where to stay? The Avenue Hotel is located in the delightful coastal town of Fish Hoek on South Africa’s celebrated Cape Coast. This welcoming hotel is ideally placed for exploring Cape Town, visited on an included excursion, as well as the pretty Winelands and other famed attractions of the Cape.

Including all this… Full board • Free bar open from 11am to 11pm daily • Four excursions • Welcome drink, cocktail party and farewell dinner • Resident Saga representative • Insurance and cancellation cover • Return scheduled flights and more.

Why now? The skies and views are gorgeous and the weather in Cape Town should be beautiful with an average temperature of 26°C in January.

Winter highlights: Nose around the shops of the exclusive Victoria and Alfred Waterfront; zip up Table Mountain for views over the Cape or head inland for spectacular wines and Michelin-starred meals in the Winelands.

*Four weeks for the price of three on departures between April 1-June 2, 2009, 30 nights from £1649. Price based on departures between May 28-Jun 2, 2009. Includes two nights aboard aircraft. Flights from Heathrow to Cape Town with the scheduled services of South African Airways. Local departures are also available – please call for details.

Hotel Best Western Salobreña, Salobreña

This 3-star hotel is a popular choice with Saga guests, who enjoy its secluded hilltop setting high above the Granada coastline and Mediterranean Sea.

Including all this… Full board • Wine and mineral water at lunch and dinner • Free bar open for 12 hours daily • Two excursions • Four excursions on 14 nights or longer • Welcome drink, cocktail party and Saga dinner • Resident Saga representative • Insurance and cancellation cover • Return flights, airport taxes, fees, charges and transfers • Porterage at your hotel • Fruit and water in your room on arrival • Orientation walk.

Amenities: Extended dining room (buffet-style meals); lounge; bar; outdoor pool; television area; table tennis; petanque; hairdresser (extra charge).

Enjoy 4 weeks for the price of 3 on departures between November 11-17, 2008 and February 17-23, 2009, 28 nights from £849. Price based on departures between Nov 11-17, 2008. Includes one night aboard aircraft. Flights from Gatwick to Malaga with the scheduled services of British Airways.

Hotel Riu Bravo, Playa de Palma

Surrounded by shady gardens, this large and lively, cosmopolitan 4-star hotel is conveniently located for visiting the elegant Majorcan capital of Palma.

Including all this… Full board • Wine and water at lunch and dinner • Free bar open for 10 hours daily serving local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks • Two excursions • Four excursions on 14 nights or longer • Welcome drink, cocktail party and Saga dinner • Resident Saga representative • Insurance and cancellation cover • Return flights, airport taxes, fees, charges and transfers • Porterage at your hotel • Fruit and water in your room on arrival • Orientation walk.

Amenities: Restaurant (buffet-style meals); Saga lounge (reached by 16 steps); lounge/bar; outdoor pool with loungers, umbrellas and towels; swim-up bar (open in summer); indoor pool (heated from November to April). There is also a wellness centre offering a range of beauty treatments for an extra charge and featuring a gymnasium, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi.

Enjoy 4 weeks for the price of 3 on departures between November 18-24, 2008 and January 1-7, 2009, 28 nights from £1029. Price based on departures between Nov 18-24, 2008. Includes one night aboard aircraft. Single rooms sold out. Flights from Heathrow to Palma with the scheduled services of bmi.

Monte Mar Palace Hotel, Ponta Delgada

This 4-star hotel occupies a secluded yet stunning clifftop position on Madeira’s northern coast. The hotel has an excellent range of amenities and our included excursions reveal the natural beauty of the island.

Including all this… Full board • House wine and water at lunch and dinner • Free bar open for 12 hours daily serving local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks • Two excursions • Four excursions on 14 nights or longer • Welcome drink, cocktail party and Saga dinner • Resident Saga representative • Insurance and cancellation cover • Return flights, airport taxes, fees, charges and transfers • Porterage at your hotel • Fruit and water in your room on arrival • Orientation walk.

Amenities: Restaurant (buffet-style meals); bar; outdoor pool and heated indoor pool; squash court; table tennis; putting green and net driving range; jacuzzi; sauna and gym. There is unlimited tea and coffee between 10am and 11pm, along with daily afternoon tea and cakes.

Enjoy 4 weeks for the price of 3 on departures between November 5-11, December 3-9, 2008, January 7-12 and February 4-10, 2009, 28 nights from £1149. Price based on Dec 3, 2008 departure. Includes one night aboard aircraft. Flights from Gatwick to Funchal with the scheduled services of TAP Air Portugal.

Elias Beach Hotel, Limassol

The newly refurbished Elias Beach Hotel offers a relaxing atmosphere and excellent, friendly service in a stylish beachfront setting.

Including all this… Full board • House wine and water at lunch and dinner • Free bar open for 10 hours daily • Two excursions • Four excursions on 14 nights or longer • Welcome drink, cocktail party and Saga dinner • Resident Saga representative • Insurance and cancellation cover • Return flights, airport taxes, fees, charges and transfers • Porterage at your hotel • Fruit and water in your room on arrival • Exclusive Saga lounge • Orientation walk.

Amenities: Main restaurant (buffet or waiter-service lunch and dinner); breakfast restaurant (buffet-style); Saga lounge; lobby/ piano bar with outdoor terrace; cocktail bar; pool; freshwater unheated outdoor pool and heated indoor plunge pool (heated November-March); fitness centre; aerobics; sauna, steam bath, massage and aromatherapy (all available for an extra charge); tennis court; table tennis; library; internet room with wireless connection and hairdresser. There is a 15% discount on all beauty treatments and 10% discount on all hair salon treatments and laundry charges. Complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits served daily from 10am to 11pm.

Enjoy 4 weeks for the price of 3 on departures between January 5-31, 2009, 28 nights from £1149. Price based on departures between Jan 5-19, 2009. Includes one night aboard aircraft. Flights from Gatwick to Paphos on charter services or with the scheduled services of British Airways on selected dates.