ORIONWOMEN TRAVEL
WOMENS TRAVEL
'Celebrate Life Tour 'Itinerary 2010
Travel for women in a small group to Europe & UK
“CELEBRATE LIFE” TOUR OF EUROPE 2010
Departs April 30th 2010 for 21days
ITINERARY AND PRICING
DAY 1- Fri April 30th 2010
Depart Australia and fly to Singapore on our 5 star Singapore Airline Flight where we will transfer to our hotel.
NIGHT SINGAPORE
DAY 2- Sat May 1st
SINGAPORE
After a sumptuous breakfast we head off to Little India where shops selling spices, palm sugar, flower garlands, statues of Hindu deities, jewellery etc, are open to welcome everyone, We take a visit to a Hindu Temple "Sri Veerama Kaliamman constructed in 1881. Across the road stands the giant 24-hour Mohammed Mustafa Centre, which open 24 hours a day and is a wonderful spot to pick up anything you may have forgotten to pack. After lunch on Serangoon Rd, we visit the Raffles Hotel, where we will retire to the famous Long Bar to sample a Gin Sling and some colonial hospitality. We then return to our hotel for a swim if time permits and freshen up ready for our night flight to Rome. Dinner and an opportunity to do some Duty Free shopping at the spectacular Singapore Airport.
Late night flight from Singapore to Rome.
NIGHT FLYING
DAY 3 – Sun May 2nd
ROME
We arrive in Rome in the morning and transfer to our hotel by shuttle bus. Our hotel is only a 5 min walk to St Peters Square, so there is no travelling in and out of the city each day. You are right in the heart of this beautiful city. For the last 3 years the Pope has been in residence and has made an appearance in St Peters Square at 12 midday on the day we arrive, whist we can’t guarantee this, it is always a strong possibility if he is in town. Rome is brimming with awe -inspiring sights, sounds, culture and food; there is beauty, art and history at every turn. The rest of the afternoon is free for you to rest or do your own thing. We will be offering an optional walking tour (included) late in the afternoon/early evening through the heart of Rome, an area dense with important monuments, where Renaissance buildings and the impressive ruins of Classical antiquity co- exist. It explores the courtyards of patrician palazzos and the narrow cobbled streets of this magnificent city’s more characteristic areas, including the views of the Roman Forum, , and much, much more. Late this afternoon we visit The Colosseum
NIGHT ROME
DAY4- Mon May 3rd
ROME
Free Morning. In the afternoon we visit the magnificent Piazza de Popolo, then make our way down to The Trevi Fountain via The Spanish Steps and the Via Condotti. We will wander to the Pantheon via small and cobblestoned streets, passing through many beautiful Piazzas such as the Piazza Minerva. We will end the day in the breathtaking Piazza Navona, where outdoor cafes line the Piazza with their unique Roman style. In the center there are majestic monuments from a past age, mixed with hawkers selling beautiful wares, artists, street mimes and entertainers. A must see is a visit to the amazing S’ant Agnese in Agone which sits in the Piazza Navonna and was featured in Dan Browns Angels and Demons. In fact many of the places we visit in Rome are featured in this book and now movie staring Tom Hanks. There is so much to see in this uniquely beautiful part of Rome. To end the evening we walk back to our hotel via the River Tiber, across the Bridge of Angels, past the Castel St Angelo, then onto the magnificently illuminated St Peters Sq.
NIGHT ROME
DAY 5 – Tues May 4th
ROME
We travel to the Vatican City, a short walk from our hotel. Our first stop takes us to the Vatican Museum. This museum is filled with the most outstanding collection of artwork, books and classical antiquity seen anywhere. Of course the legendary Sistine Chapel is part of this complex. It is a feast for the senses and the soul. The chapel contains two of the most awe inspiring acts of individual creativity in the history of visual arts - Michelangelo’s frescos on the ceiling and the Last Judgment on the end wall.
We will then move on to St Peters Square, spending time in Bernini’s Piazza, considered a masterpiece. From here, we enter St Peters Basilica, where the magnificence and energy is spine tingling and can take ones breath away. St Peters took more than 150 years to complete and is the largest in the world. This area has been considered a sacred site since before Christianity began. There is also an opportunity available for you to climb up the dome of St Peters to witness the panoramic vista of Rome below.
We will also include in our tour a visit to the Ufficio Scavi, the excavations under St Peters Cathedral, a rare and sacred experience. This area contain the relics of St Peter himself.
At this point we will probably have taken in enough for one day and will be ready to sit at a sidewalk café and take in the sites and sounds of “LA Dolce Vita”. In Rome there’s nothing like it!
NIGHT ROME
DAY 6 – Wed May 5th
ROME TO FLORENCE
This morning we travel by train through the beautiful Tuscan countryside to Florence- one of the most magnificent cities in Europe. Beside the banks of the River Arno and set among low hills clad with olive groves and vineyards, Florence is immediately captivating. The city is almost overblessed with art, culture, history and beauty. After we settle into our hotel we have a free afternoon. Our hotel again is right in the heart of the old city and this gives us so much freedom to explore and wander the fascinating streets, with something new and irresistible at each turn. Perhaps take a ride in a horse and cart along the cobbled streets where Da Vinci and Michelangelo lived for many years or pour over the gorgeous handbags, scarves and sunglasses being sold on every street corner. Also we highly recommend a visit to Santa Croce where the opulent tombs of people like Michelangelo, Galileo and Dante are. Evenings are spent in gorgeous Piazzas brimming with great food, culture, entertainment and energy.
NIGHT FLORENCE
DAY 7- Thurs May 6th
FLORENCE
This morning we arrive at one of Florence’s best - The Uffuzi Gallery. We will have booked tickets in advance to jump the queues! This amazing collection of paintings depicts many scenes of history but more importantly the journey of the feminine throughout the ages, culminating with the masterpiece “The Birth of Venus”. Spend as little or as much time in the Gallery as you like until lunchtime or perhaps while away some time at the outdoor cafes in the truly Renaissance Piazza Signoria or stroll across the River Arno via the magnificent Ponte Vechio and take in the unique breathtaking Italian culture of Florence.
In the afternoon we head to the “Galleria dell’Accademia”. This is the home of Michelangelo’s “David” a truly magnificent experience - every muscle, every vein, every proportion perfectly captured. When asked how he could possibly have carved such perfection out of a single block of marble 18 ft high Michelangelo replied “David was in the marble all the time - I just had to chip away the pieces”. Spend as much time as you need with David (Dr Wayne .W. Dyer spent 4 hours just gazing at him) or perhaps a glimpse is enough for you and you’ll choose to go out and explore more, or simply rest and bathe in the energy of Florence.
NIGHT FLORENCE
DAY 8- Fri May 7th
FLORENCE TO VENICE
Today we travel through Italy by train, our destination Venice. Perhaps no other city in the world has inspired the many superlatives heaped upon Venice by writers and travellers through the centuries. When we arrived there by train last year and stepped out of the station onto the canal, each of us was covered with Goosebumps.
This afternoon we will take a walking tour around the heart of Venice followed by a classic Gondola ride through the canals.
NIGHT VENICE
DAY 9- Sat May 8th
VENICE
The secret to seeing and discovering the real romance and beauty of Venice is to walk. So walk we will!, seeing the sights of Venice along the way. The Grande Canal- Ponte di Rialto- Piazza San Marco- St Marks Basilica The rest of the afternoon will be free to wander this enchanting city at your leisure.
NIGHT VENICE
DAY 10- Sun May 9th
VENICE TO PARIS
This morning we farewell Italy and fly to Paris where we will be shuttled to our hotel.
We will be staying in the area of Marais, a fascinating suburb of Paris with a rich history, only a few stops from The Louvre, and a little away from the slightly overcrowded tourist spots.
Beautiful Paris is everything and more than has been written about it in books, songs and poems - so elegant, chic and filled with beauty, symmetry and ambience. Great food, gorgeous cafes - a never to be forgotten experience.
NIGHT PARIS
DAY 11- Mon May 10th
PARIS
This morning we travel by Metro to “The Louvre”, which contains the largest collection of Goddess art in the world with depictions of the feminine from the beginning of time.
You may choose to stay there as long as you please, or take advantage of some free time to perhaps visit the Musee D’orsay across the road and take in ‘ The Impressionists’. Or you can join us as we stroll through Les Jardins du Tuilleries adjacent to the Louvre through the Place de Concorde, where amongst thousands of others, the Guillotine executed Marie Antoinette. Take a stroll down the Champes Elysees, one of the most famous streets of “Chic” in the world, starting at the Arc Du Triomphe. No visit to Paris is complete without a walk across Pont Alexander 111, the most beautiful bridge in Paris, which spans the River Seine, where we can take in the splendor of Les Invalides, the Grand and Petite Palaises and much more.
If the thought of walking is not your thing then there are Metro stops all over Paris to connect you with all of these places. Metro tickets are included in your fare
NIGHT PARIS
DAY12- Tues 11th
FREE DAY PARIS
This evening we will visit the “Hemingway Bar” made famous by the author Ernest Hemingway. Drinks are an outrageous price at The Ritz, but as we’re not spending the night there, we decided it just had to be done. (One cocktail included in your fare is $40-00!) It’s a surreal experience, everything is so plush and the service is faultless, the bar small and intimate and beautifully appointed.
NIGHT PARIS
DAY 13- Wed May 12th
PARIS- LOURDES
This morning we catch a Metro to The Eiffel Tower, which is one of Paris’s icons, where we will make our way up to platform 3 for a memorable breathtaking view of unquestionably the most beautiful and elegant city in the world. We then take a one hour Batoboat ride on the Seine and alight at the Notre Dame and visit this grand cathedral, which has always been a centerpiece for Parisian history and culture. The site on which it is built was a sacred site for centuries, prior to the beginning of Christianity.
Early in the evening we leave Paris and fly to the town of Lourdes set in the Pyrenees Mountains and a sacred site known world wide for its healing waters, and the site of the visitations of Mary (The Immaculate Conception) to St Bernadette.
NIGHT LOURDES
DAY14 – Thurs May 13th
LOURDES
First thing this morning we will bathe in the sacred healing waters of Lourdes. Lourdes water is described as being full of love and fervent prayer.The experience is profound. After the bathing we will visit The Massabielle grotto where the healing waters flow.
Later that evening we will join the Candlelight procession, which is awe inspiring and one of the most beautiful and sacred rituals on the planet, where thousands of people from all over the planet, from different races and religions, light candles and make their pilgrimage up to the grotto chanting ‘Ave Maria’.
NIGHT LOURDES
DAY 15- Fri May 14th
LOURDES- LONDON
This morning we fly back to Paris from Lourdes and then from Paris to London, where we transit to our hotel in the very central and picturesque area of Belgravia Rd, only 15 mins walk from Buckingham Palace. Rest of the day is free.
NIGHT LONDON
DAY 16- Sat May 15th
LONDON
This morning we travel to Westminster Abbey and tour through this truly wonderful church -The Shrine- Royal Tombs- Poets Corner and The Chapter House. Centuries of history, art works and atmosphere are all around us.
After we leave the abbey we will conduct a walking tour of Whitehall covering Parliament House- Big Ben- Royal Horse Guards- Downing St-
Trafalgar Sq. and the National Gallery. Lunch at Leicester Square and a visit to the half price ticket office, where you can purchase tickets for a London Show that evening if you choose.
From the National Gallery we walk under Admiralty Arch, down Pall Mall with its lush grass and huge shady trees, past St James Palace and St James Park. We finish the day with a drink at ‘The Bag O Nails’ on Buckingham Palace Rd
NIGHT LONDON
DAY 17 – Sun May 16th
GLASTONBURY
This morning we travel from London to Heathrow Airport where we pick up cars for our adventure in the English countryside.
We travel first to Glastonbury, stopping en route at some small villages and taking in the beautiful English countryside.
Glastonbury is the centre of the Goddess culture in Britain and the streets are lined with Crystal shops and New Age culture. According to legend, Glastonbury played host to a young Jesus and his great uncle, Joseph of Arimathea who is said to have returned bearing the Holy Grail. The Glastonbury Tor (rocky outcrop or hill) in the town is believed to be the legendary Isle of Avalon
NIGHT GLASTONBURY
DAY 18- Mon May 17th
GLASTONBURY
Some must-sees we’ve included while in Glastonbury are
GLASTONBURY ABBEY: Founded by Joseph of Arimathea in the 1st century and also houses the tombs of King Arthur and Queen Guinevere.
CHALICE WELLS: A botanical garden with natural healing water wells. When Joseph of Arimathea reached Glastonbury he planted his wooden staff into the ground. The staff took root at the location of Chalice Wells and bloomed into a blossoming thorn tree (this breed of tree is only found in the Middle East) Next to the holy thorn tree, two wells sprang forth with healing powers.
TOR: As well as being the legendary “Isle of Avalon”, on top of the TOR is St Michael’s church - dedicated to the Archangel Michael. All sacred places dedicated to the Archangel Michael run in a straight line (the Angel Line). This powerful ley line runs under the Tor where it also intersects with the ley Line of Mary. Climbing to the top is a wonderful way to have a walking meditation and connect with the energies of the place.
There will also be an opportunity to have a massage or some healing sessions while you are in Glastonbury and we are happy to assist you in making any appointment.
NIGHT GLASTONBURY
DAY 19 – Tues May 18th
GLASONBURY TO SALISBURY INCLUDING STONEHENGE AND CROP CIRCLES
We leave Glastonbury today and head to the ‘Silent Circle Café” in the heart of Wiltshire, the land of the magnificent ‘White Chalk Horses” where all the latest Crop Circle information is found. The rest of the day will depend very much on what is happening re Crop Circles at that time. We can’t guarantee that the Universe will provide us with one while we are there. However we have been lucky enough to sit in the centre of a Crop Circles on two previous tours. 2007’s was very fresh, the “Great Crop Circle Hunt” took us most of the day, but well worth it!!! So depending on time, we may visit the stone circle at Avebury - the largest and oldest in Britain, Silbury Hill and West Kennet Longbottom. The entire area is just so beautiful. The beauty of the English countryside is familiar and enchanting with small winding lanes, thatched roof houses, green pastures and so much character and interest. We end the day with the “Piece de Resistance” - Stonehenge, where we take advantage of our out-of-hours special access visit. This is one of the highlights of this tour, to be able to go into the very centre of Stonehenge and watch the sun set across the desolate beauty of the Salisbury Plains, with the light bouncing off of the huge stones. Being able to truly explore the magnificence of the setting as dark approaches and to be able to have a Sacred Circle amongst these ancient stones where 12 Ley lines cross, is an experience not to be missed.
NIGHT SALISBURY
DAY 20- Wed May 19th
SALISBURY TO LONDON
This morning we travel back to Heathrow to return our cars, and shuttle back to London to our hotel .
This afternoon there is the opportunity to visit the London Mind – Body and Spirit Festival or for you to have a free afternoon.
THOSE COMPLETING “Celebrate Life”PART OF TOUR AND NOT TAKING UP
OPTION EXTRA 1 (Marrakech- Morocco)
DEPART LONDON THIS EVENING FOR DIRECT FLIGHT TO AUSTRALIA.
Or you may choose to stay on the choice is yours !
(Stopover in Singapore on return flight available at extra cost- see pricing)
FOR THOSE TAKING UP MARRAKECH /MOROCCO OPTION –
NIGHT LONDON.
OPTION 1-Three days MARRAKECH- MOROCCO
DAY 21-Thurs May 20th
DAY 22- Fri May 21st
DAY 23 -Sat May 22nd
LONDON-MARRAKECH
Fly from London to Marrakech and shuttle to our Riad (Moroccan Hotel) in the heart of Marrakech.
Marrakech is not only a fantastic city, it is also a symbol of the Morocco that once was, and which still survives here. The streets of the old and pink city have been too narrow to allow the introduction of cars, and tourists who come here all through the year have still not managed to change its character. Marrakech has the largest traditional market souk in Morocco and also has the busiest square in the entire continent of Africa, called Djeemaa el Fna The square bustles with acrobats, story-tellers, snake charmers, water sellers, dancers and musicians by day; and food stalls by night, becoming a huge open-air restaurant. There is so much to see and do - a real change of culture. We are fortunate to know our way around the Souks very well by now so it can make manoeuvring your way through them easier!
3 NIGHTS MARRAKECH
There is an opportunity to dine in style at a Morrocan Palace Style restaurant including Belly Dancers and a visit to a local hamman (Steam room) for some luxurious pampering (Massage, Pedicure etc)
DAY 24 -Sun May 23rd
MARRAKECH – LONDON
Today is a travelling day. Firstly we fly from Marrakech back to London ,there is a late evening flight London to Australia.
(Stopover on return flight available at extra cost- see pricing)
At this point we will all be going our own way; some will be staying on, others flying back via America, some a stopover in Singapore, for others a direct flight back.
The choice is yours please contact us for any suggestions.
NIGHT FLYING
DAY 25 Mon May 24th
BELOW DATES FOR THOSE TAKING SINGAPORE STOPOVER OPTION AFTER MARRAKECH
For those taking Singapore Stopover option after Marrakesh
Arrive Singapore, Free evening Singapore
NIGHT SINGAPORE
DAY 26 – Tues May 25th
Free day in Singapore depart Singapore (11.45 pm)
DAY 27-Wed May 26th
Arrive AUSTRALIA
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
· TRAVEL INSURANCE (for length of Celebrate Life tour any extended time to be paid by you)
· RETURN AIRFARES AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL CITY SINGAPORE-ROME-LONDON (Singapore Airlines)
· TAXES
· SINGLE AIRFARE VENICE TO PARIS( Alitalia or Air France)
· RETURN AIRFARE PARIS TO LOURDES(Alitalia or Air France)
· SINGLE AIRFARE PARIS TO LONDON (British Airways or Air France)
· TRAIN ROME TO FLORENCE
· TRAIN FLORENCE TO VENICE
· PRIVATE SHUTTLE TAXIS TO AND FROM AIRPORTS
· METRO TICKETS PARIS
· TAXI TO AND FROM WALKING TOUR ROME Day 3
· TAXI TO SANTA MARIA DEL POPOLO(beginning of Day – as we walk home in the evening) Day 4
· BUS AND UNDERGROUND TICKETS LONDON- (when required as part of tours)
· THREE DAY TRAVEL BY U.K. CAR/PETROL/PARKING
· TAXIS SINGAPORE TO ITINERARY DESTINATIONS (Little India-Raffles Hotel)
· 1xCOCKTAIL AT THE RITZ HOTEL –PARIS (Value $50.00)
· VATICAN MUSEUM –ROME
· ST PETERS BASCILICA
· UFFIZI SCAVI- Necropolis beneath St Peters Rome
· COLOSSEUM-ROME
· PANTHEON – ROME
· UFFIZI GALLERY –FLORENCE
· SANTA CROCE - FLORENCE
· GALLERIA DEL ACCADAMIA (David) FLORENCE
· WALKING TOUR VENICE
· GONDOLIER RIDE VENICE
· THE LOUVRE- PARIS
· NOTRE DAME PARIS
· EIFFEL TOWER- 3RD Platform – PARIS
· BATO BOAT RIDE ON SEINE-PARIS
· WESTMINSTER ABBEY-LONDON
· BODY MIND AND SPIRIT FESTIVAL- LONDON
· CHALICE WELLS –GLASTONBERY
· GLASTONBURY ABBEY- GLASTONBURY
· STONEHENGE- Special access evening pass.
· LOURDES SANCTUARY- including bathing
· CANDLELIGHT PROCESSION- LOURDES
· BREAKFASTS
· 19 NIGHTS ACCOMODATION IN MID RANGE HOTELS PENSIONES AND BED AND BREAKFAST - TWIN SHARE
· ALL HOTELS ARE IN THE CITY CENTRE OF EACH PLACE AND ARE WITHIN EASY WALKING DISTANCE OF IMPORTANT SIGHTS, SO NO SHUTTLING BACK AND FORTH EACH DAY.
· SINGAPORE 1 night (Hotel)–ROME X 3 NIGHT (Hotel)- FLORENCE X 2 NIGHT (Pension)– VENICE X 2 NIGHTS-( Hotel) – PARIS X 3 NIGHTS (Hotel) – LONDON X 2 NIGHTS (Hotel) – GLASTONBURY X2 NIGHT (Bed and Breakfast) SALISBURY (Near Stonehenge) x 1 NIGHT (Hotel)
· INFORMATION ON WHAT TO BRING/WEATHER/PACKING IDEAS
· INFORMATION ON ALL PLACES WE WILL BE VISITING
· WALKING TOURS IN ROME,PARIS AND VENICE WITH SANDY AND MARY
· WHERE POSSIBLE, ADVANCE QUEUE JUMPING TICKETS HAVE BEEN PURCHASED FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE.
ANYTHING NOT ON THE ABOVE LIST IS NOT PART OF THE OFFICIAL ITINERARY AND WILL BE PAID BY YOU
TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE
· LUNCH, DINNER OR REFRESHMENTS. We regularly use certain eateries in each place. We have chosen them because they reflect the food and atmosphere of where we are and they are very affordable. However you are free to choose where you personally would like to eat which may be 5 star or cheaper - that is up to you.
· ENTRANCE FEES TO ANYTHING NOT MENTIONED ON LIST.
· ENTRANCE FEES TO ANYTHING YOU MIGHT ESPECIALLY WANT TO SEE THAT IS NOT MENTIONED ON ABOVE LIST.
· OPTIONAL SIDE TOUR (MARRAKECH)
OPTION1- MARRAKECH MOROCCO 3 days and 3 nights
Departs London - Thurs May 20th
Return London – Sun May 23rd
Cost of $ 1900.00Includes -
- ACCOMODATION –LONDON x 1 NIGHT
- RETURN FLIGHT LONDON TO MARRAKECH INCLUDING TAXES
- SHUTTLE TRANSFER LONDON HOTEL TO AIRPORT
- TRANSFERS TO AND FROM MARRAKECH AIRPORT
- 3 NIGHTS IN A BEAUTIFUL MARRAKESH RIAD(hotel)
- SHUTTLE TRANSFER TO HEATHROW AIRPORT FOR NIGHT RETURN FLIGHT TO AUSTRALIA
Taking this option you will fly out of London for your return flight to Australia this evening- if you require a stopover in Singapore please add another $300.00 for hotel and transfers.
PRICING AND REFUND POLICY
CELEBRATE LIFE TOUR OF EUROPE
APRIL 30TH – May 20TH
PAID IN FULL BEFORE Jan 31st 2010 SAVE $500.00 Normally $12,200.00 NOW $11,700.00!!!!!!
PAID IN FULL AFTER Jan 31ST 2010 $ 11,900.00
NB- This price does NOT include Option 1 OR optional stopover in Singapore on the way home.
THE ABOVE PRICE IS ON A TWIN-SHARE BASIS SINGLE ROOM OPTION extra $1950.00
NOTE: The above prices are fixed with the exception of airport taxes, which are changeable.
Stopover in Singapore on return trip including accommodation, breakfast and transfers to and from airport to hotel - $300.00
We require a NON- REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT OF $5,000.00 upon booking trip (prior to Dec 30th 2009)
We require a NON- REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT OF $6000.00 upon booking trip (after Dec 30th 2009)
ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO SCHEDULING ISSUES ETC
REFUND INFORMATION & CANCELLATIONS:
‘CELEBRATE LIFE’ TOUR OF EUROPE 2010
Deposit of $4000.00 (IF PAID PRIOR TO SEPT 30TH 2009 ) NON REFUNDABLE
Deposit of $5000.00 (IF PAID PRIOR TO DEC 30TH 2009) NON REFUNDABLE
Deposit of $6000.00(IF PAID AFTER DEC 30TH 2009) NON REFUNDABLE
Deposit Marrakech (Morocco) option $1000.00 NON REFUNDABLE
Written Cancellation immediately after balance of full payment incurs a fee of a further $1500.00
Written Cancellation 60-30 days prior to departure- non refundable payment of 60% of entire tour cost.
Cancellations within 30 days prior to departure – NO REFUND
No refund for unused portions of the tour (EXCEPT WITH PERMISSION FROM ORIONWOMEN), including but not limited to, missed meals, hotel nights entry tickets if not used and sightseeing.
Cancellation by Orion Women – FULL REFUND
Certain events will be covered by your travel insurance, which we will purchase for you upon booking. Please read your insurance information for further details.
PLEASE UNDERSTAND THAT THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO OUR CANCELLATION POLICIES
Taking this option you will fly out of London for your return flight to Australia this evening- if you require a stopover in Singapore please add another $300.00 for hotel and transfers.
We would love to discuss any and all options you- there are many available.
· Some people use their frequent flyer points for the main flights.
· Others buy an around the world ticket and keep going
· Some stay on in the UK longer.
