WALKING IN THE CANADIAN ROCKIES Spectacular mountains, wildlife and jaw dropping scenery

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1 WALKING IN THE CANADIAN ROCKIES Spectacular mountains, wildlife and jaw dropping scenery Tour Code: Grade 5 Holiday Duration: 15 nights HOLIDAY DATES 9th Sept th Sept 2019, 16th Sept st Oct 2019 Walking in the Canadian Rockies is an incredible experience in some of the world's most spectacular scenery. HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Explore bustling Vancouver before stepping into the wilderness. Spot wild deer, eagles and whales on Vancouver Island. Soak up the classic Rockies scenery with excellent views of the Athabasca River and valley. The drive down the Icefields Parkway to Banff is a classic drive with lots of great views and places to walk on the way.

2 WALKING IN THE CANADIAN ROCKIES Are you ready to be deeply enthralled by some of the most dramatic and soul stirring scenery in the world? With its soaring mountain peaks sprinkled with a dusting of snow, to the many sparkling glaciers and crystal blue lakes we will explore this wonderland in the only way that offers you the very best views, on foot. Upon arrival in Vancouver, one of the most beautifully situated cities in the world, we will take time to see sights such as the waterfront, Stanley Park, Chinatown and Gastown. After two nights in Vancouver we move on to the adventure playground that is Vancouver Island. Enjoy the amazing harbour views as we sail into Victoria, the island's capital. Our hotel is just a short walk away. Whilst on the island we'll walk part of the famous Galloping Goose trail part of the Trans Canada trail. This picturesque trail of lakes and woodland is named after the gawky and noisy rail cars that used to travel along it. For our final day on the island there is only one thing missing that Canada is famous for - whale watching! Continuing our route into the Rockies we head to Jasper, we break the journey with a stop in Kamloops in the Thomson Valley. A famous rail junction town, but we are not here for the trains we are here to discover the Alpine flowers and the excellent walking. From Kamloops we journey up beside the North Thompson River to Jasper National Park passing Mount Robson, at nearly 4000m the highest point in the Canadian Rockies. While in Jasper we'll walk into the Valley of the Five Lakes. Classic views include the Athabasca Glacier and The Whistlers by cable car for a summit walk. Our time in the Rockies includes Jasper and Banff National Park, in mountain scenery renowned the world over for its beauty. Please note that our July departure will stay in Banff and our September departures in Canmore. WHAT'S INCLUDED Return flights from Heathrow to Vancouver returning Calgary to Heathrow (British Airways) Airport transfers En suite accommodation with fourteen breakfasts and nine dinners taken in hotels and local restaurants Whale watching excursion All local transport costs. HOLIDAY GRADE This is a Grade 5 moderate holiday which includes full day walks with moderate amounts of ascent and descent. The paths are mostly good, but there may be some steep and rough ground. Walks will last up to 6 hours and could involve as much as 750m of ascent and descent. Some walks will be less demanding but equally rewarding. See the Walks & Excursions section for more information.

3 Proposed Itinerary Whilst every effort will be made to adhere to the outlined itinerary and advertised programme, local conditions can change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. This may mean that routes and timings need to be amended or the order of days may change, sometimes at short notice. Key to Meals: B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner. In flight meals, if appropriate, will be advised in your final travel documents Day: 1 - Vancouver (D) Our journey begins once we arrive into Vancouver in the late afternoon and transfer to our hotel. Day: 2 - Vancouver (B,D) Today we explore the exciting city of Vancouver. Starting with the vibrant harbour area we will visit the verdant Stanley Park, with its colourful totem poles, take a ferry to Granville Island and have lunch in this popular market area, and finish off walking through Chinatown and Gastown. The whole day including stops will take between 7 and 8 hours. Day: 3 - Vancouver Island (B,D) After breakfast we take our first ferry transfer from Vancouver by coach and ferry to the outdoor paradise that is Vancouver Island ready to enjoy an introductory walk around Victoria, the islands capital. There will be a few minutes walking at either end of the transfer to meet the coach and get to the hotel. Day: 4 - Vancouver Island (B,D) Today we'll walk part of the famous Galloping Goose trail part of the Trans Canada trail. Our path will take us past picturesque lakes and woodland which is accurately named after the gawky and noisy rail cars that used to travel along it. Day: 5 - Vancouver Island (B,D) Our final day on Vancouver Island is dedicated to the one thing you must do while in Canada - whale watching! The excursion takes around 3-4 hours on a semi covered cruiser giving us the opportunity to spot opportunity to view killer whales and humpback whales in the wild as well as an assortment of seabirds and other species of marine wildlife with a specialist guide on board. For the rest of the day take some time to relax or explore some more of this charming little capital. Day: 6 - Kamloops (B,D) As we make way onto the ferry, we are destined for the mainland again and Tsawwassen where our coach will take us through Hope and Merit on route to Kamloops along the infamous (in winter) but stunningly beautiful Coquihalla highway. Our drive today will take approximately 4 hours without stops. Day: 7 - Kamloops (B,D) Kamloops in contrast to its neighbouring mountainous alpine areas is very different. Being largely dessert, this Trans Canada Railway junction town offers great walking in dessert land that feels like you could be in the American Midwest. Day: 8 - Jasper (B,D) Today we head out of British Columbia and into Alberta as we head for Jasper. The views out the window will constantly change and we will have chances to stretch our legs as we make our 4.5hr journey. Along the way we will stop at Clearwater where there is a visitor centre and nearby an area in September to watch the spawning areas of Sockeye and Chinook salmon. We pass the highest mountain in the Rockies, Mount Robson, before heading into Alberta and adjusting our watches forward an hour. On arrival take some time to yourselves to see what Jasper has to offer. Day: 9 - Jasper (B) On our first day in Jasper we explore a popular area for walking, biking and horse riding close to the town. We walk up onto a sandy terrace left after the ice age, with views over the Athabasca River. After an ascent onto a rocky viewpoint we get a view of the whole valley, town, and lakes. We then descend to Pyramid Lake and picnic on a small island, just as visitors have done since the railway first arrived in Jasper in Although this walk is very popular it is also one of the longest on our journey through the Rockies - but don't worry, there are short-cuts.

4 23.9km, 350m Ascent/Descent, hours. Day: 10 - Jasper (B) The Valley of the Five Lakes is another ice-age remnant of ridges, rolling hills and lakes. This attractive route goes through forests passing five lakes but keep an eye out for the only emerald green lake on our tour! As we approach Jasper the route reaches a viewpoint over the Athabasca River and the town. To get back into town we must cross the railway. Luckily there is an underpass as some of the long freight trains can take a quarter of an hour to pass by!! 15.8km, 300m Ascent/Descent, hours. Day: 11 - Jasper (B) There are many interesting locations to visit near Jasper and during the tour we will include one or two of them depending on the weather. Maligne Lake and Canyon- Malign Lake is a scenic gem, backed by lofty mountains. From the lake we walk to the summit of Bald Hills, where the view is stunning as we have got above the tree-line. 11.8km 480m Ascent/Descent 4 hours Those not wanting to do this walk can take a 1.5 hour cruise on the lake to Spirit Island (cost not included). On the way back, we stop to do a short walk down a dramatic gorge which the Malign River has carved through limestone rock. The Whistlers and Edith Cavell Meadows - The Whistlers, Jasper's local mountain, tops out at 2466m and gives an exciting summit day walk with marmots keeping a keen eye on us. We take the cable car (Jasper SkyTram) to 2250m and then we make our way from the cable car station to the summit. 4km, 200m Ascent/Descent, 1.5 hours Your afternoon can be spent spending extra time at the top of the Whistlers or your leader can do another shorter walk with those wanting to. The Whistlers is often combined with the Edith Cavell Meadows walk. This is short but climbs up from 1700m to 2100m to give stunning views of the Angel glacier and lake. 4km 400m Ascent/Descent 2.5 hours Day: 12 - Banff or Canmore (B,D) It is now time to head to our final centre of Banff or Canmore. Due to how busy British Columbia and Alberta are please ensure to see the Accommodation Section to see which town this holiday date will be staying in. Our route will be along the Icefields Parkway one of the classic Canadian road journeys with so much to see along the route. Stop options can include the Athabasca Falls, the Columbia glacier, a 2 hour walk up to Parker Ridge to view the North Saskatchewan glacier, Peyto Lake and Lake Louise. Lake Louise is justly famous for the view, but you will have to share it with lots of other tourists, mostly taking selfies! Day: 13 - Banff or Canmore (B) Our first full day in Banff will be spent exploring the Hoodoos and Tunnel Mountain. Although today's walk may have a slightly suburban feel initially, this disappears as we follow the banks of the Bow River where in September it is likely you will see or hear male Elk bugling. What is a Hoodoo we hear you say? They are the rock spires or fairy chimneys as the locals call them. After a picnic overlooking the hoodoos we return to the fringe of Banff and go up Tunnel Mountain. The views from Tunnel Mountain are tremendous, with the sheer faces of the peaks encircling Banff framing the valley of the Bow River and distant Lake Minnewanka. Look out for the irony in the name Tunnel Mountain! 16.2km, 300m Ascent/Descent, hours Day: 14 - Banff or Canmore (B,D) Today we finish at the top of the grade as we head for Sulphur Mountain! There is a well graded but steep zigzag path to the top of the gondola, where a well-earned coffee can be had. Those who don't want to walk up can use the gondola to whisk you to the top. Here it is possible to do a short but dramatic walk along the ridge to a viewpoint in one direction, and then to follow the main tourist board-walk to multiple viewpoints and the old cosmic ray station on the highest point (Sanson's Peak 2305m). The descent is one an old access road, a gravel track that descends gently to the valley. The return route passes the Cave and Basin site, the original hot springs discovered in Banff, and the origin of National Parks in Canada. 17.5km, 842m Ascent / 970m Descent, 6.5 hours Please note that the cable car is not included in the local transport costs on this holiday. The return cost for the cable car is around $65. If you decide to take the cable car down this will be half price but you cannot get a one-way ticket up you will have to buy a return should you wish to ride up and walk down. Day: 15 - Banff or Canmore (B) The late flight home means that there is plenty of free time in Banff. There are several short trails to follow, museums to visit and of course plenty of shops for those last-minute souvenirs for loved ones. It is even possible to hire canoes for a trip up the Bow River. We then travel by road to Calgary Airport for the return overnight flight to London. Day: 16 - In flight (-) Arrive back in the UK.

5 Walks & Excursions The walking involved on this holiday will be at a reasonably energetic pace on moderate terrain. Several routes take only a few hours, but a number of full day walks (average 5-6 hours) are also included. Climbs are not usually excessive and walking is normally on good paths. The emphasis is on sightseeing in Vancouver and Vancouver Island. It is from Kamloops on wards where the walking content really picks up especially as we enter the Rockies at Jasper and Banff, both world renowned with outdoor enthusiasts. Optional Excursions A range of local excursions and activities may be available to book at your destination through a local operator. We have no involvement in such activities or excursions which are not run, supervised or controlled in any way by us. Your contract will be with the local activity supplier and we accept no responsibility for their actions or omissions. Leaders Evening Briefing Each evening, your tour leader will discuss with you the programme for the following day. If you do not wish to join the organised group programme, please let the leader know. Local Transport Costs All local transport costs in conjunction with the advertised activity programme are included in the holiday cost. It must be stressed however that such tips are at your own discretion. Small Groups Group Size Coming from all walks of life your fellow travelling companions will share your desire to discover great things and have a wonderful holiday. Enjoy their infectious enthusiasm, camaraderie and great dinner conversation. Our maximum group size for guided walks between grade 5 and grade 8 is 18 persons. Tour Leaders Your tour leader makes the world of difference to your holiday and ours are as passionate about discovering the world on foot as you are. They're resourceful, organised and widely travelled. They will handle all the local administration and other needs that might arise to ensure that you don't have to worry about planning your days and you can enjoy your holiday. Although leading group holidays, they won't forget that every group is made up of individuals. Each tour leader has their own individual style, talents and professional backgrounds and all are trained, qualified, experienced and dedicated to making your holiday as enjoyable, interesting and inspiring as possible. On most holidays of 7 nights and over, the tour leader will have one day's break a week, enabling you to have a 'free' day too! Personal Expenditure Budgeting for Extras When budgeting for your holiday, you will need to consider drinks, any meals not included in the holiday price, non-included entrance fees, optional excursions you may choose to participate in locally and any souvenirs or additional services such as laundry. A general guideline for lunches and drinks is per person per day. Please note that the cable car is not included when we go up Sulphur Mountain at a cost of around $65. Tipping Tipping is widespread, and expectations are fairly high. The drivers accompanying the tour on transfers and excursions tend to be mines of information relating to all aspects of local life and the country, and are also excellent travelling companions. Should you wish to tip our Canadian colleagues, you may wish to consider an allowance of C$3 per day for each of our drivers. In restaurants it is customary to add a 15% tip to the bill throughout North America.

6 Travel Details We fly from London Heathrow to Vancouver, and Calgary to London Heathrow with Air Canada or British Airways Travel within Canada will be by road and by ferry. The transfer times to and from airports and between centres are as follows: - Vancouver Airport to Vancouver - 30 minutes - Vancouver to Victoria, Vancouver Island - 3 hours - Victoria, Vancouver Island to Kamloops - 4 hours - Kamloops to Jasper hours - Jasper to Banff/Canmore hours If you are joining and leaving in Canada it is assumed, unless you have advised us otherwise, that you will meet the party at the hotel in Vancouver and leave the party at the hotel in Banff. If this is not your intention please let us know, in writing, at least five weeks before departure. For all those booking a flight or rail inclusive holiday, details of your travel arrangements and baggage allowance will be confirmed in your travel documents, sent to you approximately 10 days prior to departure. Personal Details Check When confirming your booking, we provide you with a Personal Details Check form. This is to ensure that we have an accurate record of the information you have provided us such as your passport details (if relevant), date of birth and any other important detail necessary for us to properly manage your holiday arrangements. When you receive this, please check the details, complete any missing or pertinent information and return it to us as soon as possible. Land Only If you are joining and leaving at your holiday overseas we assume, unless you advise us otherwise, that you will join and leave the holiday from your hotel. Although airport transfers are not included for those making their own independent travel arrangements, if you wish to join the group at the overseas airport, depending on your flight arrival time, you may be able to be included on the group's transfer. Please contact us at least 5 weeks before departure for more details. Please note that your flight must arrive within 30 minutes of the group flight to be able to join the group transfer. We also need your flight number, arrival time and departure point so that the group leader is able to meet up with you. If you wish to organise your own flights from a non- UK or provincial airport or travel by rail or car to your holiday destination, 'no-travel' reductions are often available. Please contact us for details. Before finalising any independent travel arrangements, please check with us first - especially if doing so 12 weeks or more before your intended date of travel. If you do intend to join your holiday locally please do tell us at least 14 weeks in advance. Passports and Visas British Citizens don't usually need a visa to visit Canada for short periods. If you have a different type of British nationality or intend to travel for a longer period, check entry requirements with the Canadian High Commission. When you arrive you will need to be able to show that you have enough funds available to support yourself during your stay. Under Canada's Electronic Travel Authorization (eta) program, citizens from countries other than the United States (U.S.) who do not need a visa to enter Canada, will need to obtain an online authorization before flying to Canada, unless otherwise exempted. THE ETA IS ONLY CURRENTLY REQUIRED IF YOU ARE FLYING INTO CANADA - IF YOU ARE ARRIVING OVERLAND THEN IT IS NOT A REQUIREMENT. The application process is quick and easy at a low cost of only $7 Canadian dollars and will be valid for up to five years. The earlier travellers get their eta, the sooner they

7 will benefit from knowing whether they have been pre-screened to enter Canada. eta is a convenient authorization that is electronically linked to a traveller's passport, which means travellers will need to travel with the same passport they used when they applied for and obtained their eta. To find out more information and to apply, visit Canada.ca/immigration-refugeescitizenship/services/visit-canada/eta Please ensure that you have completed the eta form online if you are arriving by air. General Passport & Visa Advice It is a good idea to carry photocopies of the personal details pages of your passport. Should you lose your passport, this may assist with the issue of replacement documents and your return to your home country. Passport and visa requirements can change at any time. It is your own responsibility to ensure that you inform yourself from a professionally qualified source on, and comply with, such requirements. General travel and destination advice for UK nationals is available from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office at and at Travelling with under 18s. Please note that some countries require evidence of parental consent when travelling with those under the age of 18. Please check if there are any applicable requirements with the relevant embassy or consular office well in advance of your holiday.

8 Accommodation St Regis Hotel 602 Dunsmuir Street Vancouver British Columbia V6B 1YA Canada Phone: Web: Huntingdon Manor Hotel 330 Quebec Street Victoria Canada Phone: Web: Sandman Signature Hotel Kamloops 225 Lorne St Kamloops Canada Phone: Web: Phone: Web: Please note that the hotels/itinerary listed may be subject to change. Our accommodation is in good tourist class hotels in twin / double bedded rooms with bath/shower and WC. It is extremely common that single passenger bookings may have a double or twin bedded room for sole use. There are laundry rooms available at most hotels. Hairdryers and coffee machines are generally provided in every room. All your breakfasts are included along with nine evening meals which will either be in the hotel while in Kamloops or in local restaurants in Vancouver, Vancouver Island, Jasper and Banff. Whilst in Jasper and Banff/Canmore there are evenings to dine out yourselves and your leader will be happy to suggest a restaurant for these evenings. You can expect to pay around including tax and 15% service charge for three courses. Lunches are not included and you should budget between about 10 for a light meal. Astoria Hotel 404 Connaught Drive Jasper Canada Canada Phone: Web: info@astoriahotel.com Grande Rockies Resort 901 Mountain Street Canmore Canada

9 Footwear Lightweight waterproof walking boots with a good moulded rubber sole (such as Vibram or similar) and a deep tread which provide ankle support are strongly recommended and may be essential for some walks. We recommend that you either wear your walking boots or shoes or pack them and some waterproofs in your hand luggage as in the unlikely event that your hold luggage is delayed, you will still be able to participate in the holiday programme. Kit List Outdoor activities are always more enjoyable if you are prepared. The following list is a basic guideline that will enhance your experience. Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have. A basic kit list is likely to include: - Waterproof jacket (Goretex or similar) and trousers - Lightweight, quick drying trousers - Several polo shirts, T-shirts or specialist walking shirts - Fleece jacket - Comfortable walking socks - Warm hat and gloves (if appropriate) - Sun hat, sunglasses, lip salve and high SPF sun block - Swimwear (if appropriate) - Day sack (25 litre capacity) to comfortably carry the kit you'll take out for the day - Strong polythene bags to keep the contents of your daypack dry - Water bottle(s) - at least 1 litre capacity - Basic first aid kit (plasters, blister treatment, antiseptic etc) - Insect repellent - Plastic container and reusable cutlery for your picnic lunches - Walking/trekking poles (if applicable) Trekking Poles Many of our clients find walking poles hugely beneficial when walking. They can both reduce stress on the knees and aid confidence. If you use them please make sure that you have the rubber tips covering the sharp metal points. There is increasing evidence that the bare metal tips are damaging footpaths both in the UK and abroad. Water-to-Go An alternative to bottled water from single-use sealed water bottles is filtered water from a refillable bottle containing its own water filter such as a Water-to-go bottle available from Just fill up from any water source and save the environment from disposable plastic bottles. We have negotiated an exclusive 15% discount with our partners Water-to-Go for you as a thank you for helping the environment. Please go to their website at and enter the code RWH17 when ordering. In addition, Water-to-Go will match the discount with a donation to our charity, Heart & Sole, which will allow us to continue to make a difference in the countries you visit on our holidays. Travel Document Checklist Documents and Information to take with you: - Your passport (make sure it's valid and it's yours) - Your travel tickets or e-ticket itinerary - Any visa or electronic travel authorisation (if required) - Holiday money - Credit or debit cards (and separate details of who to call if lost) - Car parking ticket and car park directions (if prebooked) - Coach or rail travel tickets (if prebooked) - Your holiday Booking Confirmation document - Your travel insurance details - Alternative form of identification (such as a driving licence) - Photocopy of the personal details pages of your passport - A valid European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) if relevant - Details of any medical condition or allergy your holiday leader should know about

10 Maps, Guidebooks & Advice Maps and guidebooks relating to your holiday may be obtained before departure from: The Map Shop ( Maps & Books: Maps and books of the British Columbia and Alberta provinces may be obtained before departure from specialist map sellers such as The Map Shop Good quality maps 1:25,000 and 1:50,000 are available in Canada Websites: Weather and Climate Visit the following websites for an idea of the climate in your destination: Weather2 BBC Weather

11 Currency The currency in Canada is the Canadian Dollar. Banks and ATM machines are widely available and most hotels accept credit cards in Canada. Electricity Electricity in Canada is supplied at 110 Volts at 60Hz. If you wish to use electrical equipment you will need a two pin North America style adaptor with flat pins. More information can be found at Health No compulsory immunisations are required for visits to Canada. You should be up to date with the usual immunisations recommended in the UK. You might like to consider immunisations against Tetanus and Diphtheria. Health requirements can change at any time. It is your own responsibility to ensure that you inform yourself from a professionally qualified source on, and comply with, such requirements at least 6 to 8 weeks before departure. Advice on vaccinations is available from your GP. Further Travel Health Advice For further advice please visit: - The National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) travel health website at - The NHS 'Fit for travel' website at - The Foreign Office Office Travel Advice Website at - Or a local travel health clinic. You might wish to take a small bottle of antibacterial hand gel with you for times when you're unable to wash your hands. Language Languages Spoken in Canada: English and French (Quebec Province only) Insurance Travel Insurance You must be adequately insured to join our holidays. We do not insist that you insure with us but we require that you are adequately insured for the nature of your holiday. You will be unable to participate in our local walking and other activity programmes without being able to demonstrate that you have valid travel insurance. Please ensure that as a minimum your travel insurance policy covers you for medical expenses, mountain rescue and emergency repatriation in the event of illness or injury, and that your policy provides adequate cover for the activities, included and optional, you are likely to participate in during your holiday. See our brochure or website for further advice regarding holiday insurance. Whoever you insure with, please ensure that you take full details, and ideally the policy itself, with you on holiday and provide our tour leader with your insurer's name, the policy number and emergency assistance contact numbers. Please note that it is very difficult to obtain travel insurance once your holiday arrangements have started. Personal Safety The UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office provides up to date information on security and local laws for travellers, together with current passport and visa information, at Please take a few minutes to look at the current advice on your planned destination. Please be aware of what's going on around you, take sensible precautions with your credit cards and passport and avoid displays of wealth such as wearing expensive jewellery or watches. Do not carry more cash on you than you will need for each day, and we recommend that a money belt is used. Cultural Awareness

12 Responsible Travel We're committed to ethical tourism in all our destinations. Our holidays are designed for you to discover the essence of the country you are visiting. Travelling in small groups not only gives you an up close and personal experience of your destination, but minimises your impact on the immediate environment. We feel that the most important starting point to protect the environment is to be out in it. For more details visit our website. Heart & Sole We appreciate that we are in a fortunate position to be able to use our profits to help make a difference to people's lives. Heart & Sole is a venture managed by our office staff, whose aim is to reach the heart of the communities in the countries we visit. Through Heart & Sole, we hope to make more of a long term, direct impact to these communities, particularly in less developed countries where even a small amount goes a long way. See our website for more information and details of some of the projects we support. Communication You may wish to review the latest version of this Holiday Information Sheet online prior to travel. Please note that any advertised offers, benefits or initiatives may be discontinued at any time. Contact Us Ramblers Walking Holidays - Tel: UK +44 (0) info@ramblersholidays.co.uk - Web: Our office is open and our Sales & Reservations team available to speak to you from: - 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday am to Midday on Saturdays am to 3pm on Saturdays in January & February only Please quote your Booking Reference number and Tour Code whenever contacting us. We wish you an enjoyable holiday! Mobile Phones Please do provide us with a mobile phone contact number. We will only use this to contact you with important information relating to your holiday arrangements. Please do keep your mobile phones switched on and readily available when travelling to the airport or if delayed in transit so that we can contact you with any last minute information relating to your travel arrangements. As a matter of courtesy, please switch off your mobile phone during walks, or endeavour to minimise its use. Please also try to minimise the use of mobile devices during group meals. Feedback We welcome all comments about our holidays and value ideas for the future. If you have provided us with an address we will invite you to complete an online questionnaire or to add feedback to our page on independent review site 'Feefo'. Important Information Please note that this Holiday Information sheet may be periodically updated and reissued. In most cases the revisions will be minor and the overall nature of the holiday will remain unchanged. Should we make a major change to your holiday arrangements between you booking your holiday and your date of travel we will notify you to specifically draw your attention to any significant change.