TORONTO, Nov. 5, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Insight Vacations (www.insightvacations.com), the leader in premium and luxury escorted journeys, is proud to introduce their new portfolio of Luxury Gold special events with this elegant foray into British high society. The 10-day The British Royale is a one-time itinerary that departs on August 11th, 2016 and will be limited to only 40 guests. From visiting the Royal Yacht Britannia to having reserved seats for the spectacular Edinburgh Military Tattoo followed by a fireworks display, Canadians will experience the nation's high society from a firsthand perspective. In addition, fans of the cult television show, Downton Abbey will be able to reminisce about the fictional Crawley family after the show's final episode in 2016 by experiencing the "real Downton Abbey" in Highclere. This special event coincides with Insight Vacations newly launched Luxury Gold portfolio of over 30 outstanding itineraries in Europe, India, Bhutan, Nepal, North America and South America.
"We are elated to introduce this exclusive once in a lifetime experience to Canadians looking for a glimpse into British high society and with just 40 seats available, we advise travellers to book early to secure their place," said Cris David, president, Insight Vacations Canada. "It's not often that one meets someone who has been appointed a title by the Queen, but our 'The British Royale' itinerary will allow guests to join the Duchess of Northumberland for a personal tour of her Alnwick Castle gardens."
Departing August 11th, 2016, this special 10-day departure starts in London where upon arrival, guests are whisked away in a private transfer to The Milestone - a luxurious five-star Red Carnation hotel property overlooking Kensington Palace that was awarded TripAdvisor's 'Best Hotel in the UK'. In the evening, travellers are invited to the Welcome Reception for an Epicurean Dining experience at Maze, a Gordon Ramsay Michelin-starred restaurant, offering the finest cuisine with attentive service to match. In London, guests will enjoy numerous Exclusive Insights, including a private viewing of the Crown Jewels in the Tower of London where a Yeoman Warder sworn to protect the precious ceremonial objects meets them, and lunch at Simpson's-in-the-Strand, one of the city's landmark restaurants, where past patrons include Charles Dickens, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and his fictional creation, Sherlock Holmes. On the last night in London, guests are granted access to one of London's most hallowed private-member institutions, the 'In and Out' Naval Military Club. From London, guests head to Highclere, where followers of the fictional Crawley family of hit TV show Downton Abbey will celebrate as Insight Vacations has obtained highly sought after tickets to "The Real Downton Abbey", home to the Carnarvon family since 1679. From there, guests experience another Exclusive Insight at Alnwick Castle. Clients are personally welcomed by Her Grace, The Duchess of Northumberland for an exclusive tour of her gardens, followed by a locally inspired lunch in the grounds before travelling on to their landmark Edinburgh hotel, the Waldorf Astoria. After visiting the Royal Yacht Britannia, the official ship to the Royal Family since 1953, guests will cap off this truly exceptional journey into high society by being treated to an Epicurean Dining experience at Rhubarb - Edinburgh's most sought-after private dining room.
For more information, please contact your local travel agent, visit www.insightluxurygold.com, or contact an Insight Specialist at 1-866-747-8120.
About Insight Vacations
For more than 38 years, Insight Vacations (www.insightvacations.com) has been designing the world's finest escorted travel itineraries. As the experts in Europe, Insight offers over 100 journeys across the continent, covering more of Europe than any other operator. Insight Vacations also offers the same legendary high standards and carefully curated itineraries in North America, South America, India, Bhutan, Nepal, Morocco, Egypt and Israel.
Luxury Gold by Insight Vacations is an exclusive collection of unique journeys that elevate travel beyond the ordinary at every moment. Guests travelling with Luxury Gold stay at the finest hotels, dine on the epicurean regional cuisine at featured Michelin-starred restaurants and enjoy an unmatched collection of once-in-a-lifetime experiences and sightseeing.
All Insight itineraries are expertly designed for smaller groups of average 28 guests with a maximum of just 40. Each tour includes the services of an experienced Tour Director who acts as 'travelling concierge,' and Signature Experiences that provide a unique and revealing look into the history and culture of each destination. The authentic flavours of each country are celebrated through included Signature Dining experiences, Insight hotels are handpicked for their high quality and desirable central or scenic locations and the Insight Wi-Fi equipped motorcoach is specially customised to provide Business Class legroom. With the perfect balance of guided and independent exploration Insight has reimagined vacations to truly escape from the ordinary.
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