3rd edition Faraway Shores winter 2008, 2009 � winter 2009, 2010

Thomson has launched its new year-round 3rd edition Faraway Shores brochure for Jan/09 � Apr/10, available in store and on-line. Highlights include daily flights to Cancun, a new range of twin centres as well as a host of new properties in Aruba and Barbados.

NEW: DAILY FLIGHTS TO CANCUN For winter 2009/10 the newly branded airline will be flying as Thomson Airways and due to popular demand, Thomson will be offering daily flights from a range of UK airports to the popular Mexican resort of Cancun a destination which is ideal for a winter break offering beach focused holidays, a tropical climate plenty of water sports and some of some of Thomson�s finest accommodation options.

NEW: CUBA YEAR ROUND PROGRAMME: 2 NEW RESORTS, VARADERO AND HOLGUIN Cuba is now available to book for summer 2009 and will continue for inclusion into a year round programme for Thomson which features a range of all inclusive hotels from 3T � 5T. Highlights include the new all-inclusive 3T+ Blau Costa Verde Hotel in Guardalavaca which is located on the beachfront. It�s exclusive to adult�s whist boasting a range of facilities including 5 restaurants.

NEW: THOMSON LAUNCHES FOUR NEW FARAWAY PROPERTIES The 4T Bucuti Beach Resort sits right on the edge of Eagle Beach in Aruba and comes with the accolade of being voted 10th best in the world for romance by Trip Advisor, making it particularly suitable for adults.

Barbados hosts 3 new properties for inclusion in the Faraway Shores brochure. The 5T The Crane hotel is set on the cliffs overlooking a beach that has been voted �one of the ten best beaches in the world�. In addition, the hotel features a range of dining options coupled with luxury facilities. The 4T Almond Casuarina is a newly refurbished all-inclusive property set within close proximity to St Lawrence gap and well suited for families, offering a Kids Club and a host of activities and entertainments. The 3T Silver Sands resort offers board basis�s from self-catering to all-inclusive and stands within close proximity to all the main resorts.

NEW: THOMSON TWIN CENTRES AND TOURS In both Sri Lanka and the Maldives, there are a variety of new twin centre offerings which boast new superior room upgrades. The upgrades are available at the Water Villa in the Maldives and as part of the Discover Sri Lanka tour. The Jammin in Jamaica Tour is new to the Faraway Shores brochure and offers a great way to explore the island with visits to Bob Marley�s home, climbs up Dunn�s River Falls and rafting along the Rio Grande.

NEW: THOMSON WORLDWIDE Thomson is featuring 3 destinations for inclusion in the new Faraway Shores brochure. Thailand, Dubai and Mauritius make their debuts in the brochure and with daily departures, there�s complete flexibility on when you can travel.

SRI LANKA: THOMSON�S LATEST DESTINATION, FEATURING A RANGE OF HOTELS FROM BAMBURI TO BERUWELA If you�re looking for outstanding scenery, unsurpassed exotic culture, Sri Lanka is flanked by outstanding beaches on all parts of the island. Thomson will be providing captivating holiday experiences to this Indian Ocean country for Winter 2009/10.

THOMSON�S KEY ARUBA PROPERTIES For winter 2008/2009 Thomson will be showcasing the 5T Riu Palace Aruba on Palm Beach and the 4T Divi Aruba on Eagle Beach, two all-inclusive properties, well placed to enjoy the benefits of great beaches. Inside there's a variety of restaurants, from seafood and Japanese to Brazilian.

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For further press information contact: Andy Cockburn or Stella Brown � andy.cockburn@thomson.co.uk / stella.brown@thomson.co.uk, 01582 645 417

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Kaya Rozwadowska Email: kaya@kpr.uk.com Tel: 07813 111 423