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Yoga Holiday, Turkey, 4th to 11th October 2008
The next yoga holiday is at the Atami Hotel, Paradise Bay, Golkoy (near Bodrum). For information on the hotel please visit: www.atamihotel.com

There will be two adult yoga classes per day, including Aqua Yoga. The yoga is suitable for all levels and abilities.

The holiday is open to EVERYONE. Partners, spouses and friends who may not want to join the yoga can take part in many other activities available - water sports, boat trips, Turkish baths, art classes, cycling, walking - or simply soak up the sun and relax.

*Costs for the main yoga programme (inc. accommodation, breakfast, evening meal and all yoga classes):

Standard room: £400 pp double occupancy OR £450 pp single occupancy. Deluxe room: £600 pp double occupancy OR £650 pp single occupancy.

*Special discounted rate for companions not joining the main yoga programme (inc. accommodation, breakfast and evening meal):

Standard room: £250 pp double occupancy OR £225 pp single occupancy. Deluxe room: £450 pp double occupancy OR £425 pp single occupancy. Yoga: £10 per class.

These costs do not include flights, transfers or additional activities. Please ensure you arrive at the hotel on Saturday 4th October and that your onward/return travel arrangements are made for Saturday 11th October.

For flights try www.aegeanflights.com , www.flythomascook.com , www.airflights.co.uk/Bodrum , www.thomsonfly.com , www.a1flights.com

Please contact the hotel to arrange transfers from Bodrum airport and additional activities.

Payment terms: A deposit of £100 per person (standard room) or £150 per person (deluxe room) is payable at the time of booking. The balance is due by 1st September 2008. Special payment arrangements can be made to spread the cost – please ask for details.

Cancellation policy: A full refund will be given if the cancellation is made by Friday 12th September 2008. Cancellations made after this date will not be eligible for a refund. If you have made arrangements with me to spread the cost of the holiday, cancellations must be made before Friday 12th September 2008. If you cancel your holiday after this date you will be required to pay for the holiday in full.

Weekend retreat, North Yorkshire, 21st-23rd November 2008
Located in the heart of the North York Moors, this yoga retreat will take you far away from the stresses of daily life. Relax and rejuvenate in the beautiful countryside - deepening your yoga practice, enjoying the summer house and Jacuzzi with views of the rolling hills, and relaxing in the sauna. Beauty and holistic therapies are also available.

Everyone is welcome. The yoga will be suitable for all levels of experience and each student will have the opportunity to receive plenty of individual assistance and guidance.

The cost is £200 per person, including shared accommodation (twin/double rooms + one triple), all meals, all yoga classes and use of the Jacuzzi and sauna. Treatments and therapies incur an additional cost. Special diets can be catered for so please ask when booking. Please pay a £40 deposit by 30th April 2008. The remainder is due by 14th November 2008.

Fair & Green
Fair & Green is a new shop in Newark's Buttermarket selling Fairtrade, organic and eco-friendly products. By shopping there, not only are you supporting your local community but supporting poorer countries and helping the environment!

Nottingham Buddhist Centre
Weekly meditation classes and weekend retreats. Contact 0115 956 1008 or email info@nottinghambuddhistcentre.org or visit www.nottinghambuddhistcentre.org

Akshobya Buddhist Centre, Nottingham
Weekly meditation classes and weekend retreats in the New Kadampa Tradition.
Contact 0115 985 7376 between 2pm-4pm or email info@meditateinnottingham.org or visit www.akshobya.com

Tara Centre, Etwall, Derbyshire
Weekend retreats, longer study programmes and residency in the New Kadampa Tradition, a World Peace Cafe, shop, art centre and 38 acres of beautiful woodland and gardens. Contact 01283 732338 between 2pm and 5pm or visit www.taracentre.org.uk