BRISTOL INTERNATIONAL LANDS CARIBBEAN CRUISE FLIGHTS

12/10/2009 6:25 AM EST

Travel giant TUI has announced two additional long-haul departures from Bristol next winter as part of its cruise programme.

South West holidaymakers will be able to fly from Bristol to Barbados before boarding the flagship Thomson Dream as it sails from Bridgetown to Havana in December 2010. The following March, cruise-lovers have the opportunity to fly to the Dominican Republic to join the Thomson Destiny on its cruise through the West Indies in March 2011. Both cruises are 14 nights in duration.

Jason Wescott, Head of Sales & Marketing at Bristol International Airport, said:

“This is exciting news and adds luxury, long-haul options to the winter sun programme available from Bristol International.

“The cruise market is strong in the South West, but we know many holidaymakers prefer a local departure, reducing the need to travel by road to ports and airports outside the region.”

The Caribbean options come in addition to an extensive range of Mediterranean cruise choices available from Bristol International next winter.

Prices start at £1,949 for the Dream package, and £1,599 for the Destiny cruise. Both cruises are on sale now.

Departure dates from Bristol International Airport:

Thomson Dream – 23 December 2010
Thomson Destiny – 6 March 2011

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For further information please contact:
Bristol International Airport
James Gore, 01275 475447 or 07717 896315
Jacqui Mills, 01275 473615 or 07712 792915