Christmas Holidays with Blue Chip Vacations

Christmas and New Year are peak booking periods in the UK, with thousands of people looking for their ideal Christmas getaway in the South West every year.   And remember – you’ve got 2 great chances to win a holiday with Blue Chip Vacations when you make a sale for a Christmas holiday this year:

• Christmas incentive: The affiliate making the most Christmas and New Year sales will win a stay at Bredon Court in Newquay
• 2009 sale incentive: All affiliates making sales for holidays departing in 2009 will be entered into a draw to win a stay at Nassau Court in North Devon.

Top 10 Christmas & Winter Break Ideas from Blue Chip Vacations

To help you off to the best start with your Christmas campaigns for Blue Chip Vacations, we have put together our top 10 Christmas break ideas.  All content on this page is unique and links directly to a landing page on the Blue Chip Vacations site

1. 10% off Christmas Breaks

10% off all Christmas and New Year Breaks! Guests can save 10% on any Christmas or New Year holiday with Blue Chip Vacations when they quote code: “CNY10″ at booking.  Holiday must be a minimum of 3 nights and arrive between 19th December 2009 and 2nd January 2010.

LANDING PAGE DEEPLINK: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/calendar/save-10-on-all-christmas-and-new-year-breaks.html

Discount code: CNY10

2. Secret Santa Competition

Secret Santa Competition All guests booking their Christmas holiday in the South West with Blue Chip Vacations, by December 13th will be entered into a prize draw.  One lucky winner will have presents to a value of £250, plus a Riverford Farm Luxury Christmas Hamper under the Christmas tree in their chosen property on arrival.  Stays must be a minimum of 3 nights and include Christmas Day to be eligible for entry into the draw.

LANDING PAGE DEEPLINK: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/calendar/christmas-breaks.html

3. Newquay 12 days of Christmas

Newquay’s 12 Days of Christmas Event: Visitors to the popular town of Newquay on the North Coast of Cornwall are an for a treat this Christmas as the town puts on its “12 days of Christmas Festival”.   Festive events and Christmas celebrations for all the family begin on 12th December.

LANDING PAGE DEEPLINK: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/blog/anthony-dodd/tis-the-season.html

Blue Chip Newquay site: http://newquay.bluechipvacations.com/

4. 20% off luxury Christmas in Cawsand

Save 20% on Luxury Christmas in Cawsand, South Cornwall. Enjoy an indulgent, luxury Christmas at one of Blue Chip Vacations’ most exclusive properties: My View in Cawsand, South Cornwall – and save 20% if you book before 1st December! Property sleeps 9.  Facilities include: private indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna, pool tables and 3 balconies with stunning sea views.

LANDING PAGE DEEPLINK: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/blog/cornish-christmas-in-gorgeous-cawsand.html

PROPERTY DEEPLINK: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/holiday-cottages/kingsand-cawsand/my-view.html

5. Extra Special Christmas Breaks

Christmas breaks with added extras. A great selection of Blue Chip Vacations’ cottages and apartments will be decorated for Christmas and provide extra gifts for guests to make their Christmas holiday that little bit more special!  Gifts include Christmas hampers, bottles of Cahmpagne, chocolates, toys for younger guests and much more.  See individual properties for details of their Christmas gifts.

LANDING PAGE DEEPLINK: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/blog/anthony-dodd/christmas-escapes-with-added-extras.html

All available properties with Christmas extras: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/calendar/christmas-breaks.html

6. Early booking competition - Win your 2010 holiday!

Early booking offer: win your 2010 holiday if you book before 31st December 2009! To kick off their 10th Birthday celebrations in 2010, Blue Chip Vacations are giving one lucky customer the chance to win their 2010 holiday if they book before 31.12.09.  The winner will receive a full refund on the cost of their holiday, a meal at one of the South West’s top restaurants and a gift experience.  There will be 2 further runner-up prizes. Get your 2010 holiday booking in now for your chance to win – and look out for more 10 year celebration offers in 2010!

LANDING PAGE DEEPLINK: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/special-offers-on-holiday-cottages-and-apartments/10th-anniversary-prize-draw.html

7. Christmas shopping breaks

Christmas Shopping Breaks in the South West FROM £36PP! We’ve put togoether some ideas for Christmas shopping breaks in the South West – from the highstreet shopping centres of Plymouth and Exeter; to the bargains to be found at the retail outlets of Atlantic Village and Clarkes Village; to the best towns for finding a unique gift or local craft in a one-off boutique!  Starting at a credit-crunch-busting £36pp for a short break, you can save your pennies for your prezzies!

LANDING PAGE DEEPLINK: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/calendar/christmas-shopping-breaks-from-36pp.html

8. Candlelit Dartmouth breaks

Candlelit Dartmouth, in Devon. The popular Devon town of Dartmouth is having its very own festival of light.  Starting on 11th December,there will be a full programme of events across the weekend including markets, candlelit dinners, late night shopping, music and the main event – a parade of lanterns through the historic streets.  Book your break now to join in the fun of this winter festival.

LANDING PAGE DEEPLINK: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/blog/a-wick-ed-weekend-at-candlelit-dartmouth.html

9. Candlelit Dunster breaks

All aboard for Dunster By Candlelight, Somerset. Step back in time with a visit to the  Dunster by Candlelight festival on 4th and 5th December.  This annual event turns back time in this Medieval village; visitors can enjoy performances from street performers and musicians, and find pick up some Christmas presents from the market stalls and late-opening shops.  To add to the fun, you can reach Dunster via the West Somerset Steam Railway.  Blue Chip have two properties nearby available for the weekend – so you’ll need to be quick to get one!

LANDING PAGE DEEPLINK: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/blog/anthony-dodd/waxing-lyrical-about-candlelit-dunster.html

10. Winter Walkies in the South West

Winter walkies in the West Country with your four legged friend! A winter break is the perfect time to get away with your four legged friend.  A pet-friendly holiday with BLue Chip Vacations is fantastic at any time of year, but you can enjoy far greater freedom with your pampered pooch during the winter months.  Not only do you have access to the hundreds of miles of paths and walks that the area has to offer which are much quieter in the winter; but you also have a far greater access to the beautiful West Country beaches – many of which restrict access to dogs during the summer months.  Blue Chip have a huge choice of properties which allow pets, without making the human companions compromise on quality or style – find yours today!

LANDING PAGE DEEPLINK: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/dog-friendly-cottages.html

Christmas offers from Blue Chip Vacations

CUSTOMER OFFER: 10% off all Christmas and New Year holidays and short breaks with Blue Chip Vacations

Christmas breaks with Blue Chip Vacations

Its not too late to book a Christmas or New Year break in the Westcountry with Blue Chip Vacations – and now customers can save a very merry 10%!  Relax in style and watch the spectacular waves roll in from a luxury apartment with stunning sea views.   Or enjoy a traditional family Christmas in a cosy cottage with a roaring log fire.

To make a festive break extra special, Blue Chip have many properties decorated for Christmas and New Year and include Christmas gifts for guests such as Champagne, chocolates, hampers and more!  One Christmas booking will even receive £250 of Christmas presents in the Blue Chip Secret Santa competition!

To receive the 10% discount, the stay must be of 3 nights or more arriving between 19th December 2009 and 1st January 2010.  Customers must quote code “CNY10″ at booking to receive the discount and it cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or discount.

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VOUCHER CODE: CNY10

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OFFER LANDING PAGE DEEPLINK: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/calendar/save-10-on-all-christmas-and-new-year-breaks.html

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Terms & Conditions:10% discount is valid for any booking of 3 nights or more arriving between 19th December 2009 and 1st January 2010. Promotional code ‘CNY10′ must be used when booking either online or over the phone to claim the discount. Discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount.

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Free 12 month subscription to Coast Magazine

2010 Special Offer: Free 12 month subscription to Coast Magazine when you book a holiday in  May or October*

All guests booking a 7 night break with Blue Chip Vacations that departs in either May or October 2010 will be able to claim a free 12 month subscription to Coast Magazine.

Blue Chip Vacations have over 600 holiday apartments and cottages across Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset.  Many Blue Chip holiday homes are in coastal locations and have  stunning sea views – making this the perfect offer for readers of a magazine dedicated to the British Coastline!

The offer includes dates for both May and October half terms – so is great for families.  And for those without children or with pre-school kids May and October can offer fantastic weather, less busy towns, beaches and visitor attractions – and be cheaper too!

Many Blue Chip properties accept pets so its also perfect for people who want to take their pets on holiday – particularly as many of the beaches in the South West lift their restrictions on allowing dogs outside of the summer

PROMOTIONAL CODE: COAST10

*TERMS & CONDITIONS: Free 12 months subscriptions to Coast Magazine offer is valid for bookings of seven (7) nights or more departing in May or October 2010. Use promotional code ‘COAST10’ when booking online or over the phone to claim your free subscription. This o…ffer is only valid for new bookings and cannot be used in conjunction with any other o…ffer or discount. This offer cannot be exchanged for cash. Only one subscription per household.

DEEPLINK: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/calendar/free-subscription-to-coast-magazine.html

Fantastic Autumn breaks from Blue Chip Vacations

Blue Chip Vacations are giving you the choice of two fantastic discounts for holidays taken in October this year: Save £100 on October breaks AND save 10% on half term breaks!

After a lovely sunny September, people are flocking back to Devon and Cornwall for an autumnal escape.  Prices are lower at this time of year so there are plenty of bargains to be had, plus Devon and Cornwall have packed schedule of autumn, winter and Christmas events to keep guests entertained.  A Blue Chip property is the perfect place to relax this autumn – unwind in comfort and style – taking in an outstanding view over the South West’s spectacular coastline or countryside and enjoying a cosy winter evening in front of the fire.

OFFER 1: Save 10% on all October Half Term Breaks!

There is still plenty of time to book a fantastic high-quality property over October half-term. And, with plenty of activities and events taking place throughout the Autumn we’re sure you’ll have a great break whether you’re with family, friends or just the two of you!

VOUCHER CODE: HT10

LANDING PAGE:  http://awin1.com/awclick.php?awinmid=1824&awinaffid=!!!id!!!&p=http://www.bluechipvacations.com/calendar/october-half-term-breaks.html

TERMS & CONDITIONS:
Terms and conditions: 10% discount applies to breaks of 3 nights or more arriving between the 24th and 31st October 2009.  To claim discount use promotional code ‘HT10′ when booking.  This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or discount.  Applies to new bookings only.

OFFER 2: Save £100 on any booking worth over £400 departing by 23rd October 2009.

VOUCHER CODE: OCT100

LANDING PAGE: http://awin1.com/awclick.php?awinmid=1824&awinaffid=!!!id!!!&p=http://www.bluechipvacations.com/special-offers/save-100-in-october.html

Terms & Conditions: Offer is for a £100 discount on all holidays with a value greater than £400. Valid for breaks of 3 nights or more departing by 23.10.09. Code ‘OCT100′ must be used when booking. Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer and is for new bookings only.

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Enjoy Panoramic Views from Horizons

BUY ONE WEEK, GET A SECOND FOR £249!

Blue Chip Vacations has a special buy one week and get a second for just £249 offer on luxury apartments within its impressive Newquay Horizons development.

Horizons - landmark building in Newquay

Anyone booking a self-catering week in apartments 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 19 or 20, before the end of September, will get big savings  on their holiday as well as the opportunity to bag a second week at a specially discounted rate of only £249.  Most of the two-bedroom apartments sleep four, but some have the addition of a double sofa bed in the living area allowing them to sleep six – making them exceptional value for money.

A week in August, which was £1,047, can now be booked for just £899* – (saving £148).
The second week (which must be taken between 5th September 2009 and 27 March 2010, not including October half term, Christmas or New Year) costs just £249.

Close to all the Newquay beaches

Commanding impressive views out to the Atlantic Ocean and across the town, Horizons is a short walk from Newquay’s many famous beaches as well as its vibrant town centre.  Each of the luxury apartments has been individually designed to provide an airy and spacious feel, complemented by lavish furnishings and light decoration.  The majority of the apartments have private balconies allowing visitors to make the most of the stunning scenery.  Add to this the great on-site facilities, which include an indoor swimming pool (5.6mx3m), a sauna and gym, and a terraced garden, and you have the perfect venue for a week of fun, at the centre of Cornwall’s leading surf, sand and sea destination.

OFFER DEEPLINK:  http://awin1.com/awclick.php?awinmid=1824&awinaffid=!!!id!!!&p=http://newquay.bluechipvacations.com/newquay-special-offers/horizons.html

Blue Chip have got some fantastic offers for both customers and affiliates alike on our properties in Plymouth this July!

Plymouth is one of the South West’s most stylish and cosmopolitan cities where an extraordinary blend of modern city chic meets with this historic seafaring port.  Plymouth is a fantastic destination for a holiday or short break being a short drive from beautiful beaches on the South coast in both Devon and Cornwall, the wilds of Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor and exciting visitor attractions like the National Marine Aquarium and The Eden Project.

Plymouth also hosts some fantastic events throughout the year including the British Fireworks Championships, World Championship Class 1 Powerboat Racing and the Port of Plymouth Royal Regatta at the end of July – as well as many smaller, locally based events and festivals.  It also is home to one of the South West’s largest music venues – the Plymouth Pavillions, two busy theatres and a fantastic range of shops and restaurants.

CUSTOMER OFFER: Book a 2009 break of 7 nights or more in a property in Plymouth before the end of July and  receive an extra 10% off the price!

VOUCHER CODE:     PL10

EXPIRY DATE:     31.07.09

TERMS & CONDITIONS:
•    Offer is valid on bookings for breaks in Plymouth made before the 31st July 2009
•    Only valid on breaks of 7 nights or more departing before 26th December 2009.
•    Promotional code ‘PL10′ must be quoted at booking.
•    The offer is for new bookings only and cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount or offer.
•    The offer is subject to availability and can be withdrawn at any time.

DEEPLINK: http://awin1.com/awclick.php?awinmid=1824&awinaffid=!!!id!!!&p=http://www.bluechipvacations.com/special-offers/save-an-extra-10-on-plymouth-breaks.html

!!!REMEMBER TO INSERT YOUR AFFILIATE ID INTO DEEPLINKS!!!

NOTES:  Please ensure in your copy that it is clear that the offer is for our Plymouth properties only – a full list is given on the landing page provided.

AFFILIATE INCENTIVE: £10 bonus on all Plymouth bookings made before 1st August 2009.  Bonus will be added manually once the sale has been authorised.

ELIGIBLE PROPERTIES:

The following properties are valid for both the customer offer and the Plymouth incentive. To help with last-minute sales, I have listed a run-down of the prices in August for the properties which still have weeks available; the discount available with the offer code and the PPPN (Per Person Per Night) price  – which is based on maximum occupancy in August with the 10% discount applied.  Prices and availability outside of August can be found on the property listing on Blue Chip Vacations.

!!!REMEMBER TO INSERT YOUR AFFILIATE ID INTO DEEPLINKS!!!

If you need any further images or information for your campaigns – please get in touch at: affiliate@bluechipvacations.com

45 Valley Lodge, Honicombe Manor – sleeps 6 – was £475 NOW £354!

Grab a family break this Easter

Grab a stay in this 3 bedroom lodge for less than £20pppn this East weekend!  Honicombe Manor is set in 30 acres of woodland and has stunning views of nearby Dartmoor. On site, Honicombe is packed with many leisure facilities including a superb heated indoor pool and an outdoor pool, children’s play area, fitness centre, relaxing sauna, restaurant and bar. Quote Code SAVE20 at booking to receive discount.
PROPERTY LINK: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/holiday-cottages/tavistock/45-valley-lodge-honicombe-manor.html

12 Sunhill Apartments in Paignton – sleeps 4 – £366
No12 is a 2 bedroomed (both en-suite with sea views) apartment, sleeps 4, with luxury interior furnishings and fitting and full width terrace.  Sunhill is a collection of luxury apartments overlooking Goodrington Sands, one of Torbay’s Blue Flag beaches. This wide expanse of sand is ideal for children and watersports, or a pleasant evening stoll. The apartment also overlooks Youngs Park, Quaywest Water Park and the steam railway.
PROPERTY LINK: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/holiday-cottages/paignton/12-sunhill-apartments.html?dateFrom=10/04/2009&dateTo=13/04/2009&price=1,085&price=366

14 At The Beach, Torcorss – Sleeps 4 – £271
A spacious and elegant apartment that benefits from double doors with Juliet balconies off the living area and bedrooms offering fantastic views over the beach and out to sea. There is a pleasant sun trap patio area which is available for guests to use and private parking.  A travel cot and high chair are available for younger guests. Set in the peaceful village of Torcross, At the Beach offers a relaxing holiday destination while still having plenty in the local area to keep you entertained.
PROPERTY LINK: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/holiday-cottages/salcombe-south-hams/14-at-the-beach.html

Set in the beautiful Cornish countryside, these three developments have everything needed for a fun filled family break this Easter.  With extensive onsite facilities from swimming pools and golf courses to spas, gyms and restaurants Honicombe Manor, Lake View Country Club and Atlantic Reach can provide the perfect setting for your last minute Easter break.

Best Easter Deals for families: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/property-offers/massive-savings-on-family-holidays.html

Honicombe Manor

- Save 25% on stays at Honicombe Manor, Nr Tavistock on the edge of Dartmoor. Honicombe Manor is set in 30 acres of woodland and has stunning views of nearby Dartmoor. On-site, Honicombe is packed with many leisure facilities including a superb heated indoor pool and an outdoor pool, children’s play area, fitness centre, relaxing sauna, restaurant and bar.

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A lodge at Lake View

- Save 25% on stays at Lake View Country Club, Nr Bodmin in Cornwall. Lake View Country Club is an exclusive destination with a Scandinavian style. There are 3 acres of fishing lakes in a picturesque setting, surrounded by wildlife. The leisure facilities include an indoor pool, gym, health spa and jogging tracks around the lake.  Golf enthusiasts can take advantage of the 4-bay Academy style driving range, nine-hole golf course and family Pitch and Putt.  The restaurant and bar is open all year round with seasonal entertainment such as quiz evenings, music and special interest events.  http://www.bluechipvacations.com/live-developments/lake-view-country-club-nr-bodmin.html

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– Save 25% on stays at Atlantic Reach, Nr Newquay in Cornwall. Atlantic Reach combines an excellent

The pool at Atlantic Reach

location in Cornwall with quality accommodation and excellent onsite facilities. Set in the grounds of Carworgie Manor, Newquay and numerous sandy beaches are just 6 miles away, while The Eden Project is 10 miles.  Atlantic Reach boasts an excellent range of on-site facilities are available for your use. The indoor pool complex and outdoor pool with paddling pool and children’s adventure fort are available for your use free of charge. There is also a 9 hole golf course, gymnasium, tennis courts and a health and beauty spa with Sauna and Jacuzzi. There is also a bar and brasserie with night time disco and entertainment.  http://www.bluechipvacations.com/live-developments/atlantic-reach-newquay.html

- All last minute Easter Deals – http://www.bluechipvacations.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=808&Itemid=1