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30 April 2018

We've recently launched our new website. Thompson Travel International is based in Portadown. We are a family run business with over 25 years experience in the travel industry. Whether you're looking for that bargain beach break, luxury cruise, long haul getaway or that last minute whim, you can rest assured we can cover everything from carefully organised itineraries to honeymooners and all at an unbeatable prices, with excellent service and peace of mind. We are fully bonded tour oper

24 June 2018

An exquisite emerald gem in the turquoise Indian Ocean, Mauritius offers crystal lagoons, palm-fringed beaches, verdant peaks and an exotic mix of cultures and cuisines. Once experienced, the charm of this spectacular island will stay with you forever. As the first hotel company in Mauritius the Beachcomber Hotels got the ‘first pick’ of some of the most stunning locations and prime beachfronts. All eight of our Mauritius hotels are designed to make the most of their magnificent sur

31 July 2018

MSC Seaview   The Design & Décor Seaview’s design is modern with a hint of art deco finished with a touch of style and class. The Swarovski crystal stair cases are WOW and everyone has to get a photograph taken on them. The main Atrium is a stunning showcase on board no matter where you stand. Whether you are on deck 5/6/7 you can see the events that take place every evening which include live music. Taking inspiration from the beach condos in Miami, it makes sure you

1 August 2018

Azamara Pursuit First, let me say, I have not enjoyed trying to keep secret what I am about to tell but Azamara instructed no press before today, the official first sailing. The rush is over, and the job is finished. Azamara Pursuit has spent 4 months in Belfast and completed a transition which is one to marvel at. I was lucky enough to be invited on-board for a preview cruise for a few days before anyone else in the WORLD got to see this ship. All I can say is WAOW. From the moment you walk

SeaWorld Orlando has announced that the Grand Opening of its world-class attraction Infinity Falls will take place on October 4 at 12pm EST Infinity Falls features roaring rapids, soaking fountains and a record-setting 40-foot waterfall drop, all against the backdrop of a rainforest utopia. Guests will have the opportunity to take on the role of a conservationist on a journey through the rainforest and learn about the importance of freshwater conservation through interactive games and stories t

31 October 2018

  Luxury cruise company, Cunard is proud to announce that world-renowned designer, Adam D Tihany has been appointed Creative Director of its upcoming new ship. Tihany will oversee the entire interior design process of the much-anticipated, but still unnamed ship, which will join the Cunard fleet in 2022. Widely regarded as one of the world’s most talented designers, Tihany has made his name creating beautiful spaces for luxurious and iconic hotels, restaurants and resorts across t

6 November 2018

We have just finished designing our first ever brochure for all of our own trips for 2018 and some of 2019. Scroll down a little and click on the icons to see both parts! If you need any more information or require a booking form please call us on 02838 394489.

28 November 2018

Our manager Aisling has just returned from a fabulous trip to Mauritius with Beachcomber. She absolutely loved it! Aisling visited all 8 Beachcomber resorts in Mauritius and below has wrote a quick summary of each of them. Her favourite was Paradis and you can see her pictures below too. Keep an eye on our Facebook for the pictures of the other resorts!   Royal Palm beachcomber A member of the ‘The leading hotels of the world’  …a fabulous 5* hotel offering the u

28 November 2018

Designed exclusively for solo travellers, our Solo tours provide you with a ready-made group of like-minded fellow explorers to share your holiday with. You are looked after every step of the way by an expert guide and given plenty of opportunities to mingle with other group members while you are out sightseeing, enjoying group dinners and taking part in cultural experiences. There’s also some built in free time, so you can do some independent exploration too if you want to. On your solo

29 November 2018

The second of our revolutionary Edge Class ships - Celebrity Apex - will be sailing from Southampton in April 2020 for its first ever cruises. Boasting some of the most luxurious accommodations in our fleet, Celebrity Apex will offer Edge Staterooms with Infinite Balcony and twin level Edge Villas with outdoor plunge pools, to name a few. Add to this 29 world-class culinary venues, of which 7 are brand new speciality restaurants, and signatu