Teletext Recovery - 04/05/1994

P293 Teletext 293 May 4 03:34:17    ————————————————————— THE CARJBBEAN ———  THE CARIBBEAN is a popular paradise destination for thousands of Britons each yjar. Purpose→built resorts dot most of the islands and all inclusive holidays are becoming more and more popular. In a nutshell, the West Indies offers baking sun, miles of beaches, heady nightlife and water sports galore. But the interiors of the islands often boast beautiful rain forests, lush valleys and unexplored mountains ——————————————————————————————————1/9—— Our guide to holidays on Teletext 291 WIN A HOLIDAY IN ST LUCIA >>> Ferries Euro roads TV guide Sport

P293 Teletext 293 May 4 03:31:36    ————————————————————— THE CARIBBEAN ———  BARBADOS, sometimes known as Little England, is by far the most popular island with the British. With more than 3,000 hours of sun a year, it's a place to relax. The Atlantic pounds the east coast, so the major resorts are on the west and south coasts lapped by gentler seas. Many are upmarket complexes providing all you want for your stay. But you can book cheaper, self-catering flats from companies like Enterprise. ——————————————————————————————————2/9—— Teletext looks at breaks near home 292 ENTER OUR HOLIDAY COMPETITION >>> Ferries Euro roads TV guide Sport

P293 Tjletext 293 May 4 03:57:44    ————————————————————— THE CARIBBEAN ———  JAMAICA was among the first islands to develop its tourism and now boasts resorts of individual character.  Montego Bay is the heartland. Never a quiet or dull moment.  Ocho Rios is picturesque and quieter.  Negril to the West is famed for its magnificent beaches.  Port Antonio is exclusive and discreet - where the celebrities go. Be careful in Kingston which has a high crime rate. Some no go areas. ——————————————————————————————————3/9—— Visas 206 Innoculations 207 COMING UP ...HOLIDAY COMPETITION >>> Ferries Euro roads TV guide Sport

P293 Tjletext 293 May 4 03:42:23    ————————————————————— THE CARIBBEAN ———  ST LUCIA is a small, lush island measuring just 27 miles by 14. It main resorts are to the north-west near the capital of Castries. But it also has a beautiful interior, including a 19,000-acre rain forest of mountains and valleys well worth viwiting. St Lucia has an Anglo-French history whose legacy is superb Creole cookery among thj best in the Caribbean. ——————————————————————————————————4/9—— Gatwick flight arrivals 208-209 WIN A HOLIDAY IN ST LUCIA >>> Ferries Euro roads TV guide Sport

P293 Teletext 293 May 4 03:43:46    ————————————————————— THE CARIBBEAN ———  The Caribbean climate is hot. It  is best to visit between December  and April when it's cooler. Avjrage temperatures in Jamaica are: Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May 31 30 30 30 32 32 32  The hotels serve international  cuisine but try the local dishes, especially the seafood, exotic fruits and unusual vegetables. You canWt go the Caribbean without sampling the rum. Beer is good too. ——————————————————————————————————5/9—— Tourist rates 298 World clock 299 COMING UP ...HOLIDAY COMPETITION Ferries Euro roads TV guide Sport

P293 Tjletixt 293 May 4 03:42:18    ————————————————————— THE CARIBBEAN ———  CARIBBEAN FACTFILE  When going to Barbados, Jamaica or St Lucia, you DONWT need a visa or any innoculations.  Each island has its own currency, some tied to the US dollar. Many hotels take US dollars, sterling or chequjs.  Change your money in the banks bjfore buying from local shops. You get a better deal. ——————————————————————————————————6/9—— Foreign holiday sun 201 UK resorts 203 ST LUCIA HOLIDAY COMPETITION >>> Ferries Euro roads TV guide Sport

P293 Teletext 293 May 4 03:41:01    ————————————————————— THE CARIBBEAN ———  CARIBBEAN FACTFILE Many major companies do breaks to the Caribbean. But there are also several specialist operators. These include Caribbean Connection (0244 341131), Tropical Places (0342 825123) and Kuoni (0306 742222). For something different, Explore Worldwide (0252 319448) does breaks to Jamaica taking in the beach, rafting and rambles in the mountains. ——————————————————————————————————7/9—— NEXT WEEK: THE CARIBBEAN part 2 HOLIDAY COMPETITION DETAILS >>> Ferries Euro roads TV guide Sport

P293 Tjletext 293 May 4 03:31:22    — COMPETITION ————————————————————————— WIN A SUPERB CARIBBEAN HOLIDAY  At Club St Lucia and  enjoy a great time.  The prize includes  all meals, drinks  and sports.     Arranged by Tropical    Places. See page 259    for their special    offers.    ——————————————————————————————————8/9—— Competition details and how to enter >> DRIVING ABROAD? INFORMATION p294-297 Ferries Euro roads TV guide Sport

P293 Tjletext 293 May 4 03:34:38    —————————————  —————————————————————— For your chance to win this stunning all-inclusive holiday, answer these: WHICH OF THESE IS ST. LUCIA'S CAPITAL? (a) Castries (b) Kingstown (c) Roseau ST LUCIA TO GRENADA IS WHICH DIRECTION? (a) North (b) South (c) East WHICH OF THESE IS A WINDWARD ISLAND?  (a) Jamaica  (b) Cuba or  (c) Martinique   Call 0891 100 293 now! T+ ——————————————————————————9/9—— Calls cost 39p/ min cheap, 49p other WINNER WILL BE FIRST CORRECT ENTRZ CHOSEN AT RANDOM ON MONDAY 9 MAY Ferries Euro roads TV guide Sport

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