Fancy a break to celebrate the onset of Spring? Then why not take advantage of DFDS Seaways Spring Saver 2 for 1 breaks to Holland or Denmark. Enjoy a Mini Cruise to Amsterdam or Esbjerg, take the children on an adventurous wildlife experience on the ORCA Wildlife Watching Mini Cruise or visit the fascinating city of flowers, Haarlem.

With prices from £88 for 2 people there is no reason not to book that much deserved trip away!

2 for 1 Mini Cruise to Amsterdam – from £89 for 2 people, sailing from Newcastle

Take a romantic break with your partner or a fun-filled trip with the kids and explore the quaint streets and tree-lined canals of Amsterdam. Arriving refreshed after a great nights sleep on a DFDS Seaways’ cruise ferry, stroll alongside the canals, admire the architecture, visit bustling Dam Square, or take in the art and culture.

From £89 for 2 people and from £138 for 4! There are daily departures from Newcastle with the 2 for 1 offer available on selected dates in March and April. Book before 31st March 2010

What’s Included
- 2 nights onboard ship in an en suite cabin
- Coach transfers to and from the city centre
- Optional complimentary coach sightseeing tour
- Approx 5 hours in Amsterdam

Extend your break
With many famous attractions, one day may not be enough so why not extend your 2 for 1 Mini Cruise and include an overnight hotel stay in Amsterdam. Add a hotel stay to your 2 for 1 Mini Cruise from only £38 per person per night.

2 for 1 Mini Cruise to Esbjerg – from £85 for 2 people, sailing from Harwich

Visit the pleasant Danish town of Esbjerg for a short break with a difference. A hub for culture, music and shopping, there are also a number of interesting attractions and museums in the city. Feed the seals at the Fisheries and Maritime Museum, view the famous sculpture ‘Man Meets the Sea’ or simply relax.
From £85 for 2 people and from an amazing £91 for a family of 4 – that’s just £23 EACH! Available on selected departures in March, April and May. Book before 31st March 2010

What’s Included
- 2 nights onboard ship in an en suite cabin
- Approx 4½ hours in Esbjerg

2 for 1 Mini Cruise to Haarlem – from £88 for 2 people, sailing from Newcastle

Whisk a loved one away to the historic Dutch city of Haarlem on this relaxing 2-night Mini Cruise.

Known as the ‘City of flowers’, this compact city is a maze of quaint, narrow streets and canals, with lots of pretty medieval houses, museums and places of interest. Enjoy a hot chocolate in one of the on street cafes and sample some of the local cuisine before returning to the DFDS Seaways cruise ferry for a relaxing journey home.

From £88 for 2 people or £136 for 4 people. Departing Newcastle on 5th, 26th March & 11th April. Book before 31st March 2010

What’s included
- 2 nights onboard ship in an en suite cabin
- Coach transfers to and from Haarlem
- Approx 6 hours in Haarlem

2 for 1 ORCA Wildlife Watching Mini Cruise – Family prices from £138 for 4, sailing from Newcastle

Enjoy learning about the ecology of the North Sea whilst sailing to Amsterdam, with DFDS Seaways’ special wildlife programme of activities, led by officers from whale and dolphin charity ORCA.

A great trip for families and wildlife lovers, this trip allows you to see wildlife in their own natural habitat. You’ll have the opportunity (weather dependant) to do some wildlife watching with the help and advice of an expert ORCA wildlife officer, where you will spot wildlife indigenous to the North Sea including whales, dolphins and sea birds. Enjoy a number of animated talks and presentations, plus activities for children. What’s more you’ll also spend the best part of the day in Amsterdam.

Family prices from £138 for 4 people or from £89 for 2 people. Available on selected departures in April 2010. Book before 31st March 2010

What’s included
• 2 nights onboard in an en suite cabin
• Introductory presentation and welcome information
• Deck watch (weather dependent)
• Activities for kids, information for adults, latest sightings and news
• Coach transfers to and from Amsterdam
• Approx 5 hours in Amsterdam

Onboard
As you sail enjoy the delicious cuisine in one of the restaurants, join the fun with a drink and watch the live entertainment or dance the night away. Indulge in some retail therapy in the Sea Shop, or catch a movie in the cinema or your cabin. Children will love the kids’ club, while older children can have fun in the games room.

For more information on the DFDS Seaways Spring Savings, visit www.dfds.co.uk/2for1 or call 0871 882 0885 (10p per minute plus network rates)

DFDS Seaways has recently been awarded Europe’s Leading Long Sea Ferry Operator 2009 at the World Travel Awards, the industry’s “Oscars”. This is the third successive year that the cruise ferry operator has received this recognition.

It’s time to take to the waves, explore new places, experience new cultures and enjoy a short break away with DFDS Seaways’ new collection of Mini Cruises & Hotel Breaks for 2010.

With many inspiring new value for money breaks, DFDS Seaways’ short breaks range includes destinations in Holland, Denmark, Germany and Belgium.

Whether it is a relaxing break with a loved one, a fun family trip or a weekend away with a group of friends, DFDS Seaways really does offer the best way to travel. With none of the stress of airports, simply sit back and enjoy the onboard experience. You will find shops, a cinema, live entertainment, bars and fabulous restaurants, including à la carte dining and a sumptuous all you can eat international buffet. There is plenty to keep you entertained while you sail to your chosen destination.

For those who are travelling with families – keep your little pirates entertained in the play area, where they can have fun in the ball pool and watch videos, and in the school holidays, there is even a Pirate’s Club with children’s entertainer, meaning you can have time to relax while your children play.

So take a look below at some of the fantastic new offerings from DFDS Seaways, designed to make your short break in 2010 the most relaxing and enjoyable yet.

Mini Cruises

DFDS Seaways’ Mini Cruises make for a perfect getaway. Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and step on board for a relaxing 2-night Mini Cruise to Amsterdam in Holland or Esbjerg in Denmark.

Why not enjoy a visit to the vibrant city of Amsterdam for an unforgettable cultural experience. With sailings every day from Newcastle, choose a departure date that suits you. When you arrive, take a stroll down the romantic tree-lined canals, visit the art galleries and world-class museums, hit the shops or take in the bars and restaurants that this diverse capital city has to offer. Included in the Mini Cruise package is 2 nights onboard the cruise ferry in an en suite cabin, a sightseeing tour and coach transfers from the port to the city, from £69pp.

Renowned for its maritime history, Esbjerg in Denmark is an attractive city offering a wonderful relaxing short break away from home. Visit the Art Museum and the Music House, try out the seal safari or explore the Fisheries and Maritime Museum where you can watch seals being fed. Prices are from £85pp and include 2 nights onboard the cruise ferry sailing from Harwich.

For further information on Mini Cruises visit www.dfds.co.uk/minicruises

Themed Mini Cruises

DFDS Seaways’ new collection of Themed Mini Cruises from Newcastle to Amsterdam has something to suit all. These special 2-night themed breaks are available throughout the year and offer an unforgettable onboard experience and special entertainment. Fully themed throughout, the Mini Cruises include St Patrick’s Day celebrations, romantic cruises, wildlife watching cruises and Halloween fun.

The ORCA Wildlife Watching Mini cruise is the perfect break for families and wildlife lovers. The exhilarating break allows you to see seals, dolphins, sea birds and much more in their natural habitat and with onboard presentations from experts you can be educated as you sail to Amsterdam for a day of exploring.

To celebrate the EAT! festival of food and drink that takes place annually in NewcastleGateshead, DFDS Seaways have a special themed EAT! at Sea Mini Cruise with North East star chefs Terry Laybourne and Dave Kennedy designing a special and exceptional menu – the perfect trip for foodies across the country. And with cooking demonstrations, cocktail parties, beer tasting and much more, this is one that can’t be missed.

Priced from only £69pp, all Themed Mini Cruises offer return coach transfers to the city of Amsterdam and 2 nights on board.

For further information on Themed Mini Cruises go to www.dfds.co.uk/theme

Special Mini Cruises

The range of Special Mini Cruises has been specially designed to offer a variety of trips focusing on history, traditions and cultures, gardens and family fun.

Choose from a selection of fantastic breaks departing from Newcastle including a trip to quaint Dutch town Alkmaar famous for its traditional cheese market. Embark on a journey to Haarlem, the city of flowers and a pocket-sized, relaxed, version of Amsterdam. Alternatively, enjoy Holland in bloom and book a Mini Cruise to Keukenhof Gardens or the Spring Flower Festival in Holland. Prices are from £83pp.

For further information on Special Mini Cruises go to www.dfds.co.uk/special

Cruise & Hotel Breaks

DFDS Seaways’ Cruise & Hotel Breaks are the perfect way to explore some of Europe’s most stunning and cultural cities. All trips include 2 nights on board a DFDS Seaways cruise ferry and overnight accommodation from a range of city centre hotels. And if you want to book your hotel independently, DFDS Seaways have teamed up with global accommodation provider Octopus Travel to offer customers up to 30% discount on normal room rates.

Amsterdam in Holland, 3 nights from £119pp
Amsterdam offers a cultural experience, fabulous architecture, wonderful shopping, vibrant entertainment and much more. Priced from only £119pp, this break includes 2 nights on board the cruise ferry sailing from Newcastle, 1 night bed and breakfast in your hotel and coach transfers to and from the city. And as there are sailings every day, you can extend your break for as long as you wish.

Esbjerg in Denmark, 3 nights from £136pp
Take advantage of the Esbjerg sailing from Harwich and a enjoy break in this picturesque city. This 3-night breaks start from £136pp and includes 2 nights on board the cruise ferry and 1night bed and breakfast in your chosen hotel.

Hamelin, Bruges, and Brussels Beer Festival, 4 nights from £216pp
Explore the setting for the Pied Piper’s famous tale as you embark on a 4-night city break to the beautiful medieval German town, Hamelin. Stay at the centrally located four star Mercure Hotel and take full advantage of its wellness centre, restaurant and bars. Prices start from £259pp including 2 nights on board the cruise ferry from Newcastle, 2 nights bed and breakfast at the hotel and coach transfers to and from Hamelin.

Renowned for its historic beauty and atmospheric charm, Bruges is famous for its beer, chocolate, great restaurants, parks, gardens and the harbour. With so much to explore, this 4 night break is priced from £216pp and includes 2 nights on board the cruise ferry from Newcastle, 2 nights bed and breakfast at the Novotel Brugge Centrum, and coach transfers to and from Bruges.

If tasting ice cold Belgian beer in stunning surroundings is your thing, then the Brussels Beer Festival Cruise & Hotel Break is an excellent choice. Perfect for groups of friends looking for fun-filled break, prices start from £229pp and include 2 nights on board ship and 2 nights bed and breakfast at the Novotel.

Tulip Time River Cruise in Holland and Belgium, 5 nights from £459pp
Enjoy a colourful 5 night break on a river cruiser taking you to Amsterdam, Keukenhof Gardens and Antwerp.

River cruising is a great way to experience several different destinations, plus excellent food and great company on holiday. On this meal-inclusive 5 night break you will cruise from Amsterdam to Antwerp, enjoying time in both cities and enjoy stop-offs on the way, including an excursion to the stunning tulip fields of Keukenhof Gardens. Prices start from £459pp including 2 nights onboard the cruise ferry from Newcastle, 3 nights on the river cruiser, plus all meals on both the DFDS Seaways’ ship and the river cruiser.

For further information on Cruise & Hotel breaks go to www.dfds.co.uk/hotel

Cruise & Drive Breaks

The ideal choice for people who like to get the most out of their short break and explore their surroundings while enjoying a relaxing time with the family or a loved one. All packages include carriage of a standard car.

Enjoy taking in the idyllic medieval and Viking sites of Ribe, Denmark’s oldest town, or take the children to the holiday centre in Middlefart where they can have endless fun playing mini golf, tennis or bowling.

If you fancy a fun-filled trip away with the kids, then why not visit Legoland in Denmark where the kids can have endless fun on the rides. Legoland Lalandia Billund holiday village, located just outside the adventure park, boasts a tropical aquadome with water slides, pools and jacuzzis, mini golf, a bowling alley and a children’s play area. Prices for the Lalandia break start from £208pp and include 2 nights on board and 2 nights in a self catering cottage, plus carriage of your car.

If you want to stay closer to the action, then what better place than in the park itself at the Legoland Hotel? With themed rooms for your little princess, knight or pirate, the kids will love it. Prices start from £233pp and include 2 nights on board and 2 nights bed and breakfast.

DFDS have teamed up with Center Parcs Europe and Sunparks holiday villages to offer great family fun time together. With locations across Europe, both holiday villages are the perfect getaway for an active and adventurous holiday with the children. What’s more, DFDS Seaways’ customers can save €50 on bookings made before 31 March at Center Parcs and Sunparks. Prices for Center Parcs Europe start from £68 per villa per night, and from £49 per villa per night at Sunparks. DFDS Seaways ferry crossings from Newcastle to Holland start from £159 for a car and 4 people, one way.

For the explorers out there, take the ferry from Harwich and enjoy the scenic drive to Copenhagen. Visit The Little Mermaid, enjoy the quaint cobbled streets and don’t miss Tivoli Gardens, the world’s oldest amusement park. Make the most of the car and drive out to the coast or explore the surrounding countryside. With a selection of top rated hotels to choose from, DFDS Seaways do the organising for you.

Prices for DFDS Seaways’ Cruise & Drive breaks are from £156pp and range from 4, 5 and 6 nights including 2 nights on board ship, carriage of your car, departing from Harwich and Newcastle. With flexible departure dates over the year there is something to suit all.

For further information go to www.dfds.co.uk/drive

For more information on the full range of short breaks from DFDS Seaways order a copy of the brand new Mini Cruise & Hotel breaks brochure, visit www.dfds.co.uk or call 0871 882 0886.

DFDS Seaways has recently been awarded Europe’s Leading Long Sea Ferry Operator 2009 at the World Travel Awards, the industry’s “Oscars”. This is the third successive year that the cruise ferry operator has received this recognition.

To get in the spirit of the World Cup frenzy, DFDS Seaways are showing World Cup games on board to ensure that those avid football fans do not miss a second of the world class action!

VisitDenmark has launched its 2010 ‘Be our Guinea Pig’ holiday testing programme. The programmes gives 2 families and 4 couples the chance to go one a holiday to Denmark, where they are asked to test different types of activities, transportation and accommodation and document their trip through a short holiday video. The Guinea pig holiday test programme is designed to appeal to adventurous, free-spirited travellers willing to ‘test’ different Danish holidays and record their experiences in the form of a video clips that will be published on the VisitDenmark website. The holidays range from sophisticated city breaks to family camping holidays in the great outdoors, with each package including accommodation and transport to Denmark by air or ferry, as appropriate but also different activities for each trip is included as this is part of the test they are asked to perform as a Guinea Pig. Those keen to take part can enter the competition via the ‘Be our Guinea Pig’ link on www.visitdenmark.com/guineapig, with the closing date for all applications being noon Friday 26 March.

Viking family holiday
The six holidays being given away are each very different, exemplifying the fantastic variety that a holiday in Denmark has to offer. Each is exquisitely appealing in its own way, but perhaps the quirkiest of all is the Viking-themed holiday based in the historic town of Ribe. One lucky family will get to stay at the Ribe Byferie holiday centre for three nights before moving on to the island Fanø in the same area of South Jutland. Ribe is one of Denmark’s oldest and most charming cities, which this year celebrates its 1,300-year jubilee. Ribe’s excellent Viking Museum and the nearby Viking Centre provides plenty of insight into the life and times of these hardy warriors, while other exciting experiences include a Seal Safari on the Wadden Sea – a vast intertidal area that this year will become Denmark’s third National Park. This self-drive holiday will appeal to adventurous families and includes ferry crossings with DFDS Seaways between Harwich and Esbjerg.

Camping family holiday
Families that prefer a traditional seaside break could instead apply for the camping holiday prize. Denmark has more than 7,300km of coastline whose sandy beaches and clean seas act as a magnet for families, while campsites can offer such high-quality amenities as indoor pools, restaurants, sports facilities and even top-of-the-range spas. The prize includes ferry crossings and campsite fees for seven nights (the winner must provide their own tent, caravan or other equipment), while the opportunity to ‘test’ certain fun, family-orientated activities such as cycling and local attractions will also be available. The camping holiday is scheduled to take place during the school holidays in August, when Denmark’s weather is at its very best.

Touring holiday for a couple
The other four holidays in the giveaway are better suited to those travelling without children. The first of these is a self-drive touring holiday of the beautiful Danish countryside, with accommodation provided along the way in a series of ‘kro’, the uniquely charming and charismatic inns that can be found all over the country. There are nearly 90 of these individually-owned properties scattered across Denmark, each offering traditional hospitality alongside home comforts and gourmet restaurants featuring typical Danish cuisine. This holiday is slated to take place in June, with the trip including ferry crossings, four nights’ B&B accommodation and activities that could include cycle hire and admission to local attractions.

City breaks to Copenhagen and Aalborg
The final three holidays in the test programme are city breaks. The first of these is to Copenhagen during the annual jazz festival in July. This is one of the most exciting times to visit the Danish capital as the city literally buzzes with music, with live performances taking place everywhere from indoor venues to the streets themselves. The second trip to Copenhagen will focus on green and sustainable Copenhagen and how a tourist can experience the green way of living in the city. Participants might be asked to tour around the city on one of the 2000 free city bikes, test the co2 neutral city circle bus and many other green ways of exploring the city.

The third and final urban escape is to Aalborg, Denmark’s third city, in June. Aalborg may be small but it is both charming and fun, with more bars and restaurants per resident than any other city in Denmark. It’s also a hotbed of culture, with fantastic art and architecture, plus it’s the gateway to the beautiful North Jutland coastal region. Both these holidays include flights from London and two nights’ B&B accommodation (plus additional city-specific activities and other benefits).

The director of VisitDenmark says
Commenting on the ‘Guinea Pig’ programme, Henrik Kahn, Director of VisitDenmark said, “This is a fantastic opportunity for enthusiastic and adventurous travellers to experience our wonderfully diverse country whilst documenting their experiences to highlight just how much fun a holiday in Denmark can be. Applicants don’t need to have any experience of writing or photography – just an ability to express themselves in an interesting and original way. All they have to do is choose which holiday they want to apply for, click the appropriate link – and cross their fingers!”

The Guinea Pig holiday test programme is open to all residents of UK, but certain terms and conditions apply. Please see www.visitdenmark.com/guineapig for further details.

VisitDenmark has launched its 2010 ‘Be our Guinea Pig’ holiday testing programme. The programmes gives 2 families and 4 couples the chance to go one a holiday to Denmark, where they are asked to test different types of activities, transportation and accommodation and document their trip through a short holiday video. The Guinea pig holiday test programme is designed to appeal to adventurous, free-spirited travellers willing to ‘test’ different Danish holidays and record their experiences in the form of a video clips that will be published on the VisitDenmark website. The holidays range from sophisticated city breaks to family camping holidays in the great outdoors, with each package including accommodation and transport to Denmark by air or ferry, as appropriate but also different activities for each trip is included as this is part of the test they are asked to perform as a Guinea Pig. Those keen to take part can enter the competition via the ‘Be our Guinea Pig’ link on www.visitdenmark.com/guineapig, with the closing date for all applications being noon Friday 26 March.

Viking family holiday
The six holidays being given away are each very different, exemplifying the fantastic variety that a holiday in Denmark has to offer. Each is exquisitely appealing in its own way, but perhaps the quirkiest of all is the Viking-themed holiday based in the historic town of Ribe. One lucky family will get to stay at the Ribe Byferie holiday centre for three nights before moving on to the island Fanø in the same area of South Jutland. Ribe is one of Denmark’s oldest and most charming cities, which this year celebrates its 1,300-year jubilee. Ribe’s excellent Viking Museum and the nearby Viking Centre provides plenty of insight into the life and times of these hardy warriors, while other exciting experiences include a Seal Safari on the Wadden Sea – a vast intertidal area that this year will become Denmark’s third National Park. This self-drive holiday will appeal to adventurous families and includes ferry crossings with DFDS Seaways between Harwich and Esbjerg.

Camping family holiday
Families that prefer a traditional seaside break could instead apply for the camping holiday prize. Denmark has more than 7,300km of coastline whose sandy beaches and clean seas act as a magnet for families, while campsites can offer such high-quality amenities as indoor pools, restaurants, sports facilities and even top-of-the-range spas. The prize includes ferry crossings and campsite fees for seven nights (the winner must provide their own tent, caravan or other equipment), while the opportunity to ‘test’ certain fun, family-orientated activities such as cycling and local attractions will also be available. The camping holiday is scheduled to take place during the school holidays in August, when Denmark’s weather is at its very best.

Touring holiday for a couple
The other four holidays in the giveaway are better suited to those travelling without children. The first of these is a self-drive touring holiday of the beautiful Danish countryside, with accommodation provided along the way in a series of ‘kro’, the uniquely charming and charismatic inns that can be found all over the country. There are nearly 90 of these individually-owned properties scattered across Denmark, each offering traditional hospitality alongside home comforts and gourmet restaurants featuring typical Danish cuisine. This holiday is slated to take place in June, with the trip including ferry crossings, four nights’ B&B accommodation and activities that could include cycle hire and admission to local attractions.

City breaks to Copenhagen and Aalborg
The final three holidays in the test programme are city breaks. The first of these is to Copenhagen during the annual jazz festival in July. This is one of the most exciting times to visit the Danish capital as the city literally buzzes with music, with live performances taking place everywhere from indoor venues to the streets themselves. The second trip to Copenhagen will focus on green and sustainable Copenhagen and how a tourist can experience the green way of living in the city. Participants might be asked to tour around the city on one of the 2000 free city bikes, test the co2 neutral city circle bus and many other green ways of exploring the city.

The third and final urban escape is to Aalborg, Denmark’s third city, in June. Aalborg may be small but it is both charming and fun, with more bars and restaurants per resident than any other city in Denmark. It’s also a hotbed of culture, with fantastic art and architecture, plus it’s the gateway to the beautiful North Jutland coastal region. Both these holidays include flights from London and two nights’ B&B accommodation (plus additional city-specific activities and other benefits).

The director of VisitDenmark says
Commenting on the ‘Guinea Pig’ programme, Henrik Kahn, Director of VisitDenmark said, “This is a fantastic opportunity for enthusiastic and adventurous travellers to experience our wonderfully diverse country whilst documenting their experiences to highlight just how much fun a holiday in Denmark can be. Applicants don’t need to have any experience of writing or photography – just an ability to express themselves in an interesting and original way. All they have to do is choose which holiday they want to apply for, click the appropriate link – and cross their fingers!”

The Guinea Pig holiday test programme is open to all residents of UK, but certain terms and conditions apply. Please see www.visitdenmark.com/guineapig for further details.

DFDS Seaways has launched its Mini Cruises & Hotel Breaks 2010 brochure with an extensive range of inspiring new value for money cruise break ideas for 2010. Departures are from Newcastle and Harwich with lead in prices of £69pp for a two night Mini Cruise break.

The new brochure highlights the ever popular Mini Cruises, cosmopolitan city breaks with a hotel stay, family adventures, cultural breaks and trips with a car to destinations across Europe. There’s something for everyone including families, couples or groups of friends.

Andrew Crowe, Head of Sales at DFDS Seaways commented: “In 2010 we are building on the success of 2009. In addition to our traditional two night Mini Cruises and the three night Cruise & Hotel breaks, we are adding even more variety and choice of short breaks.

“We have 27 short breaks in the brochure, offering new and interesting short cruise breaks that will suit families, friends and groups. From themes such as St Patrick’s Day and Halloween, to destination breaks such as Keukenhof Gardens and the Spring Flower Festival in Holland, to Hamelin in Germany and Bruges in Belgium. The range has been developed following customer and agent feedback and we are confident it will give our customers even more reasons to travel with DFDS Seaways.”

Highlights of the new brochure include:

Mini Cruises

DFDS Seaways’ Mini Cruise breaks offer the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, with the ever popular two night Mini Cruise break to Amsterdam from £69pp or Esbjerg in Denmark from £85pp. For further information on Mini Cruises for to www.dfds.co.uk/minicruises

Themed Mini Cruises

These variations on an Amsterdam Mini Cruise include special or themed onboard entertainment and include St Patrick’s Day ‘craic’, a romantic cruise and Halloween fun, all combined with a day in Amsterdam. To celebrate the EAT! festival of food and drink that takes place annually in NewcastleGateshead, DFDS Seaways are putting on a special themed EAT! at Sea Mini Cruise with star chefs Terry Laybourne and Dave Kennedy designing a special and exceptional menu – the perfect trip for foodies across the country. Lead in prices for Themed Mini Cruises are from only £69pp for two night break, plus coach transfers and a day in Amsterdam. For further information on Themed Mini Cruises go to www.dfds.co.uk/theme

Special Mini Cruises

The range of breaks has been specially designed to offer trips focusing on history, tradition and culture, gardens and family fun. Cruises include trips to quaint Dutch town Alkmaar, a journey to Haarlem the city of flowers; enjoy Holland in bloom with the Keukenhof Gardens or Spring Flower Festival, and much more. Lead in prices from only £88pp for a two night break. For further information on Special Mini Cruises go to www.dfds.co.uk/special

Cruise & Hotel Breaks

The perfect way to explore some of Europe’s most cultural cities including Amsterdam, Esbjerg, Hamelin, Bruges and Brussels, all trips include two nights on board and overnight accommodation from a range of city centre hotels. Lead in prices are from £119pp. DFDS Seaways have also partnered up with Octopus Travel so that customers can receive up to 30% discount if they want to book their hotel independently. For further information on Cruise & Hotel Breaks go to www.dfds.co.uk/hotel

Cruise & Drive Breaks

This is the ideal choice for people who like to get the most out of their short break and explore while enjoying a relaxing time away with the family or a loved one. All packages include carriage of a standard car. With breaks to medieval Ribe, wonderful Copenhagen, Legoland and Middlefart in Denmark, plus Centre Parcs Europe and Sunparks holiday villages across Europe, there is much to enjoy. Lead in prices are from £156pp and range from 4, 5 and 6 nights including two nights on board ship, plus carriage of a standard car, departing from both Newcastle and Harwich. With flexible departure dates over the year, there is something to suit all. For further information on Cruise & Drive Breaks go to www.dfds.co.uk/drive

DFDS Seaways has recently been awarded Europe’s Leading Long Sea Ferry Operator 2009 at the World Travel Awards, the industry’s “Oscars”. This is the third successive year that the cruise ferry operator has received this recognition.

To get in the spirit of the World Cup frenzy, DFDS Seaways are showing World Cup games onboard to ensure that those avid football fans do not miss a second of the world class action!

The Ultimate Marine Wildlife Experience – Up Close and Personal on the Miracle of Migration Wildlife Cruise to Denmark. The perfect break for wildlife lovers and families.

Prices from £140pp

Discover the wildlife and beauty of the Danish coastline and the island of Fanø on this fully guided three night break to Denmark,

Sailing from Harwich to Esbjerg in Denmark this Mini Cruise is a fantastic opportunity to take in the marine wildlife and learn from the experts.

Once onboard step out on deck in search of seals, porpoises and birds with the expert wildlife spotters. Then relax and enjoy the interactive wildlife presentations.

Arriving in Esbjerg the next day you head to the nearby island of Fanø, an internationally important breeding ground for migrating birds, as well as having beautiful beaches and dunes.

Here you discover why birds share our passion for travel, and watch thousands of birds in action as they make their fuel stops en route between their wintering and breeding grounds.

In 2009 we saw over 50,000 birds of over 100 species in just one day!

Denmark’s largest colony of Common and Grey Seals is also on the agenda, plus there is time to explore old Scandinavian villages.

Prices from £140pp and includes 3 nights onboard, (2 sailing, 1 in port in Esbjerg), 1½ days of guided bird and wildlife watching on Fanø including ferry and local transport, presentation and fun activities onboard. Or including breakfasts and evening meals onboard from £208pp.

Departs from Harwich on the 2nd May, 19th September and 10th October 2010

Great for families and the eco-interested travellers discover the wildlife and beautiful landscapes of the island of Fanø on this superb fully guided break, with 3 nights onboard, including one night in port and a day and a half on the Danish island of Fanø.

Have a go spotting and identifying the birds, whales, dolphins, porpoises and seals present on this route with the help of an expert (field guides are provided, but please bring your own binoculars).

With time to relax in your ensuite cabin and enjoy the onboard entertainment to include the interactive wildlife presentations in the Columbus Lounge and gastronomic restaurants.

Upon arrival next day, Fanø is just ten minutes by ferry from Esbjerg. The island is internationally important for migrating and feeding birds, as well as being famous for its beautiful beaches, dunes and sweeping landscapes.

Here, you will discover why birds have a passion for travel, as you watch migration in action with thousands of birds making fuel stops en route between their wintering and breeding grounds. In 2009 passangers watched 50,000 birds of nearly 100 species in a single day – incredible!

Denmark’s largest colony of Common and Grey Seals will also be on the agenda, and you will have time to explore some of the beautiful old Scandinavian villages, making this a great short break for anyone with a passion for nature and culture!

3 nights from £208pp including meals, departing 2nd May 2010 (£140pp excluding meals)

What’s Included
• 3 nights on board ship in a 2-berth sea-view cabin (including 1 night in Esbjerg port)
• 1½ days guided bird and wildlife watching on the island of Fanø, including Fanø Island ferry crossing and local transport
• Breakfast and evening meals at sea (optional)
• Presentations and fun activities throughout the trip.

For more information on the full range of DFDS Seaways’ Mini Cruise breaks go to www.dfds.co.uk/cruisebreaks or call 0871 882 0885 (10p per minute plus network rates)

DFDS Seaways has recently been awarded Europe’s Leading Long Sea Ferry Operator 2009 at the World Travel Awards, the industry’s “Oscars”. This is the third successive year that the cruise ferry operator has received this recognition.

As the deep freeze sets in why not escape it all and enjoy the tunes at the Winter Jazz Festival in Denmark. This 10 day event starts on the 22nd January and runs across 50 different venues with over 200 jazz concerts, not just in Copenhagen. The whole country goes jazz crazy!

The Festival offers something for everyone, from jazz concerts, jazz programmes for kids, competitions, music awards and more.

DFDS Seaways sails from Harwich to Esbjerg in Denmark three or four times a week.

Take your car and you can explore the beautiful country of Denmark and visit several of the Jazz events. Prices are from £232 for a car and two passengers one way and includes carriage of a standard vehicle and ensuite cabin.

Alternatively, opt for a Cruise & Hotel Break to Copenhagen with DFDS Seaways and soak up the atmosphere in the cosmpolitan capital city. Drive onboard and sail overnight to Esbjerg. Once in Denmark you drive through the stunning countryside to the city with a city centre hotel already arranged for you. Prices from £227pp and includes two nights onboard, two nights in a city centre hotel and carriage of the standard vehicle.

Forget their pastries and Hans Christian Anderson, what the Danes are really famous for these days is LEGO and LEGOLAND®; and it’ll be even easier to get to Denmark’s main attraction in 2010 when both Keycamp and Eurocamp will be offering great family holidays to the fabulous Lalandia® resort, which lies right next door.

A great base from which to enjoy the theme park, plus other sights including Koldinghaus Castle and Givskud Zoo, Lalandia is almost a destination in itself, offering all the ingredients for a fun-packed family break. It hosts Scandinavia’s largest waterpark, with slides, lazy river and wave machine; as well as Monky Tonky Land, a huge indoor play area for children, with climbing nets, bouncy castles and slides.

A bowling alley, indoor mini-golf and outdoor play areas, plus a choice of restaurants, bars and cafés are also provided.

Accommodation is a choice of stylish bungalows sleeping up to five or seven, all offering home comforts such as flat screen TVs and fully-equipped kitchens, plus a covered terrace.

Weekend breaks and holidays are available all year round with prices starting from £155 per party per night for a Classic Plus Bungalow sleeping up to four adults and 1 child aged 0 – 2 years. Fly-drive packages to Billund airport, just 5km away, or ferry to Esbjerg or Amsterdam are available at a supplement, as are tickets to LEGOLAND®.

Forget their pastries and Hans Christian Anderson, what the Danes are really famous for these days is LEGO and LEGOLAND®; and it’ll be even easier to get to Denmark’s main attraction in 2010 when both Keycamp and Eurocamp will be offering great family holidays to the fabulous Lalandia® resort, which lies right next door.

A great base from which to enjoy the theme park, plus other sights including Koldinghaus Castle and Givskud Zoo, Lalandia is almost a destination in itself, offering all the ingredients for a fun-packed family break. It hosts Scandinavia’s largest waterpark, with slides, lazy river and wave machine; as well as Monky Tonky Land, a huge indoor play area for children, with climbing nets, bouncy castles and slides.

A bowling alley, indoor mini-golf and outdoor play areas, plus a choice of restaurants, bars and cafés are also provided.

Accommodation is a choice of stylish bungalows sleeping up to five or seven, all offering home comforts such as flat screen TVs and fully-equipped kitchens, plus a covered terrace.

Weekend breaks and holidays are available all year round with prices starting from £155 per party per night for a Classic Plus Bungalow sleeping up to four adults and 1 child aged 0 – 2 years. Fly-drive packages to Billund airport, just 5km away, or ferry to Esbjerg or Amsterdam are available at a supplement, as are tickets to LEGOLAND®.

For further information, contact Eurocamp (eurocamp.co.uk) on 0844 406 0552 or Keycamp (keycamp.co.uk) on 0844 406 0319.