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Great Getaways is the brand name for short breaks and holidays by air, Eurostar and car that are supplied by Driveline Europe Ltd. They have over 10 years experience in delivering quality breaks at the best possible price.

 Great Getaways is the brand name for short breaks and holidays by air

With Driveline Great Getaways you will always enjoy a wide selection of hotels individually selected to represent the best within their range - from comfortable 2 star to 5 star deluxe hotels. We also give you the option to travel from a local airport and to choose from major scheduled airlines as well as low cost carriers.

 Driveline Great Getaways you will always enjoy a wide selection of hotels

Great Getaways is the brand name for short breaks and holidays by air, Eurostar and car that

Great Getaways is pleased to announce the launch of some exciting new destinations for its short breaks to France and Belgium. Showing you what's on, the choice of hotels PLUS the latest hot travel deal

 

Arras Enjoy a short break to Arras - the jewel of Artois Battlefields
Arras, the capital of the Artois region was badly damaged in both world wars, but has since been restored to its former glories with superb shopping, museums and theatres. Why not find out for yourself and enjoy a short break to Arras, we have breaks for everyone!

Avignon The ancient city of the Popes...
If your fed up of travelling around on your city breaks then Avignon is the perfect choice. Discover the medieval streets by foot and wander around the famous Pope's Palace or Notre Dame then head off for some shopping at the colourful markets.

Aix-en-Provence Enjoy a short break to Aix-en-Provence - the Old Capital of Provence
Aix-en-Provence is famous for having over 40 fountains scattered throughout the city, museums, thermal bath's and as the home of the famous Cezanne. A great weekend or mid-week short break destination.

Boulogne Enjoy a break to Boulogne - a city of history and a city of the sea
Wander the waterfront in Boulogne , sampling the local catch of the day, or explore the 13th century city walls taking in the views of the Old Town. Enjoy a day out on the beach or in thesurrounding forest. Shop in the market or marvel at the sea life on display in Nausicaä.

Chantilly A gem lying just 50km from Paris
Once famous for its porcelain and silk lace, Chantilly is best known for its 14th Century Château de Chantilly and Equestrian Museum, polo and horse racing, and golf. Visit the Chateau, the famous lace museum and finish the day with a strol through Chantilly Forest.

Cambrai Cambrai was badly damaged in both wars, but still retains many noteworthy buildings. Built with local limestone, they have a distinctive clean white appearance and retain evidence of their former grandeur.
Enter through the Porte de Paris and you'll see the tall belfry of the Cathedral Notre-Dame, home to the tomb of Fenelon, the Swan of Cambrai.

Calais Not just a shopping stop...
It's well known that you can grab some great value bargains in Calais but that's not all it has to offer. There's a host of cultural and historic places and sights to explore as well as fine white sandy beaches. Perfect choice for those not wanting a long drive.

Cannes Not just a Film Festival...
May is the busiest time in Cannes as the stars descend on the city for the famous festival but that's not all it has to offer. Explore the streets, check out Forville, the local market or stroll along the promenade La Croisette - the place to be seen!

Honfleur A trip back in time...
Perfectly preserved in it's medieval past, Honfleur is a great choice for your next motoring break. From the stunning port to galleries and shops, this sunny fishing village has so much to offer. And don't forget the Normandy beaches are close by and perfect for a day trip

Lyon Simply unforgettable...
Lyon lies in the heart of the Rhone Valley and is famous for its UNESCO heritage sight and gastronomic delights. Ramble the cobbled streets and discover this amazing city by day and dine at Michelin star studded restaurants by night.

Le Touquet

Lille

Montreuil The Romantic Montreuil-sur-Mer
Once an important port it is now 13km inland from the sea. Perched on a little hilltop above the river and surrounded by its ancient walls, Montreuil is a charming place with crooked, cobbled streets, whitewashed and half-timbered houses and churches.

Nice Capital of the French Riviera...
Stylish and charming in a sunny location. Nice is the perfect choice for a sunshine break but don't forget what else it has to offer. An array of museums, shops and not to mention worldclass nightlife will have you planning another trip in no time!

Paris One of the most romantic cities in the world...
Paris is a city that truly has something for everyone. Explore stunning sights from the Eiffel Tower to the Arc de Triomphe , sample the sumputous local cuisine then head off to the Moulin Rouge for a night to remember.

Reims Gateway to the Champagne Region...
The perfect place to explore on foot and sample fine dining, Champagne houses, stylish shopping and sightseeing. Reims boasts no less then 4 UNESCO world heritage monuments including the 13th Century Notre Dame Cathedral

Troyes The medieval capital of the Champagne region...
Rising from quaint timber-frame houses and narrow streets to the stunning gothic cathedral and churches. You will fall in love with this beautiful town, and don't forget the fantastic shopping in the designer outlets.

Rouen The capital of Normandy...
On the banks of the river Seine Rouen is a historic but also lively city. Famous for being the scene of Joan of Arc's trial and execution, you can explore the many sights including the Notre Dame by day and then wind down in one of the many bars and cafes at night!

St Omer The historic cathedral town
Set in beautiful woodland and rolling countryside, St Omer is a charming market town, with winding medieval streets full of impressive Gothic architecture. What's more, it's just around an hour across the Channel from Dover by ferry, and even quicker by Eurotunnel.

Antwerp The second biggest city in Belgium and the diamond capital.
Antwerp is an art-loving city with Ruben's former home being situated here but that's not all it has to offer. Explore the Diamond museum, Antwerp's famous zoo and don't forget the fantastic nightlife.

Bruges The Venice of the North
One of Europe's most beautiful medieval cities. Criss-crossed by canals, charming cobbled streets and lovely old buildings, perfect to explore on foot. No Bruges holidays would be complete without tasting one of hundreds of local beers and exquisite chocolates

Brussels The vibrant capital of Belgium
A city steeped in culture, a rich and elegant maze of cobbled streets, grand squares and impressive old buildings. Brussels has a timeless charm with lots to see and do but it's also cosmopolitan and stylish, with superb cuisine and plenty of nightlife.

Ghent



Driveline Europe began trading in 1991 with just 3 employees and concentrated at the time on cross-Channel trips during the hey-day of duty free. Since then, we have expanded our range of destinations and have grown to become one of the UK's leading specialist tour operators. Today, Driveline Europe includes two brands; 'Driveline' for self-drive breaks and 'Great Getaways' for air and Eurostar breaks.

Over the years, Driveline Great Getaways have established an enviable reputation for providing clients with excellent customer service as well as value for money and high quality breaks and holidays. We appreciate how important breaks are to our customers which is why we are committed to providing quality breaks and holidays at the best possible price.

To do this, Driveline Great Getaways constantly source new offers from our hotels and transport suppliers with whom we have strong partnerships. For example, many of our hotels offer FREE nights, complimentary room upgrades and other benefits.

Driveline Great Getaways also have strong relationships with the quality National Press - and are often asked to supply travel promotions and reader offers. Over the years, we have developed a reputation for providing some of the most irresistible short break promotions in the market place and have worked with the following:

  • Daily Telegraph
  • London Evening Standard
  • Daily Express
  • Mail on Sunday
  • The Metro
  • News of the World
  • Daily Mail
  • The Sun

and many more consumer publications.

Driveline Great Getaways you will always enjoy a wide selection of hotels

Driveline Great Getaways are fully bonded for our customers' financial protection and peace-of-mind. Driveline Great Getaways hold both ATOL and IATA licences and are also a member of ABTA.

Driveline Great Getaways wide range of destinations in Europe and further afield includes:

  • Eurostar Breaks to Paris, Brussels, Bruges and Lille
  • European and Worldwide City breaks by Air including Rome, Venice, Madrid, Barcelona, Marrakech, Prague and New York.
  • Beach Breaks and Holidays to Dubai and Tunisia
  • Disneyland Resort Paris Breaks
  • Self-Drive Cross-Channel Breaks to France and Belgium
  • Ferry Ticket only sales

Wide range of travel options

In addition to great value for money, our customers can choose from a wide range of hotels (from 2-star to luxury chateaux) and travel by Eurostar, car or air. Driveline Great Getaways work with a number of scheduled airlines including British Airways as well as with no-frills airlines hence offering you a more diverse range of routes from as far afield as Glasgow to Southampton.

Driveline Great Getaways are proud to work with British Airways. Ideal for continental adventures, British Airways offers an unrivalled schedule to an extensive range of European destinations. You can choose the cabin to suit your budget from the exclusive surroundings of Club Europe (enjoy a separate cabin at the front of the aircraft with comfortable leather seats) to Euro Traveller's economy service (enjoy the complimentary 'All Day Deli' menu). So, whichever cabin you choose to travel in, you can be sure that your break will get off to a flying start

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