To make the most of your free extra 24 hours of holiday, Condor Ferries shares inspiration for the best way to spend a free day on the islands. The latest offers from Condor Breaks, include return ferry travel and bed and breakfast stays at hotels on Guernsey and Jersey with access to some of the islands’ best attractions.

Take 24 hours for food, frivolity and fine art

Foodies will be spoilt for choice as Tennerfest starts in October. The two-month festival is now in its 26th year and to celebrate the islands’ produce and gastronomic culture, restaurants and venues from across the Channel Islands launch menus that cost from as little as £10 per person inviting everyone to enjoy a fantastic meal at great value.

Travel to Guernsey between 10th and 15th October and you’ll catch Le French Festival. The programme includes a plethora of French-themed activities, music, cuisine, movies and even opera so seize the opportunity to savour a slice of France. Guernsey is also hosting the only Renoir exhibition in the world, celebrating 140 years since the artist stayed on the island. Opening on 30th September until 15th December at the Candie Museum, art lovers can follow their visit with the Renoir Walk. This self-guided al fresco exhibition runs through the Moulin Huet valley, recently refurbished it gives participants the same perspective of the bay as Renoir enjoyed.

Stay at The Driftwood Inn, situated on Guernsey’s West Coast so you can walk off your indulgence and capture the setting autumn sun over Perelle Bay and Le Conchee Reef from its terrace. Enjoy 5 nights for the price of 4 in October and save £127 with breaks from £638.00 for 2 people.

Take 24 hours for yourself

Once you’ve soaked in Jersey’s sights and curiously Brit-ish culture, spend your extra day enjoying solitude at The Atlantic Hotel. Roam in the hotel’s 10 acres of private grounds and take in sweeping views of St Ouen’s Bay. Use the extra day to exercise your body and still your mind so you head home feeling fully refreshed. Pick from your favourite activity – the hotel offers outdoor yoga and pilates sessions, swimmers can enjoy the indoor pool or venture into the surf and golfers can access the neighbouring La Moye Championship Golf Course.

Soothe any aches in the pool spa and sauna or with a massage featuring luxury seaweed products before enjoying a meal in the Atlantic’s restaurant, which is renowned for serving high-quality dishes made with Jersey’s freshest ingredients.

Stay at the 4 * Atlantic Hotel from £713 for 2 people. Save £290, with 3 nights for the price of 2 in October or experience 5 nights for the price of 4 in September from £1,335 and save £299.00.

Take 24 hours to go off-grid

Just a short ferry ride from St Peter Port, Guernsey, Sark feels a world away. This car-free island is unspoilt by roads and is best explored on bike, or if you really want to go back in time, by horse-drawn cart. Switch off your mobile phone to experience a true digital detox.

Stay at La Fregate Hotel, a 2-minute walk from St Peter Port, which boasts the charm and character of an 18th century manor house. If you don’t fancy the short walk into Guernsey’s capital to search for sustenance, dine in the restaurant which has earned two AA Rosettes for its fine menu.

The 4* La Fregate Hotel is offering breaks from £957 for 2 people travelling as foot passengers. Save £385 with 4 nights for the price of 3 throughout October and enjoy a complimentary upgrade to a deluxe sea view room with a balcony – subject to availability.

Take 24 hours to live le bon viveur lifestyle

Jersey is synonymous with luxury, so why not take time to indulge in a taste of the finer things in life? The Royal Yacht Hotel is based in the heart of St Helier, with access to shops, restaurants and trendy bars, although the hotel has enough to offer that you don’t need to leave. With a luxurious adults-only spa, you can relax in the sauna, aromatherapy room and spa bath. The hotel also has plenty to offer families looking to enjoy one last break before Christmas, with access to Aquasplash, a fun indoor water park included.

Stay at the 4 * Royal Yacht Hotel from £653 for 2 people. Saving £174.00 with 4 nights for the price of 3 in October.

Greg Yeoman, Commercial Director at Condor Ferries says: “There is a lot to do when visiting the Channel Islands with several notable castles, World War Two museums and of course, Jersey Zoo. Together with trips to the beach and exploring the islands’ unique geography, visitors often leave feeling they need more time!

“We’ve introduced free night offers on stays at some of our favourite hotels to give holidaymakers an extra 24 hours to pack in even more and make the most of their break. Travel by ferry adds to the feeling of escape. With the option to bring your car, bicycles or even four-legged members of the family – who can enjoy the journey in our newly available pet cabins on selected journeys from October – passengers will have the freedom to enjoy the best of the Channel Islands with the whole family.”

Condor Ferries was recently awarded a Tripadvisor 2023 Travellers’ Choice Award. The coveted award celebrates businesses that have consistently received great traveller reviews on Tripadvisor over the last 12 months, placing these winners among the top 10% of all listings on Tripadvisor globally.

Book Condor Breaks at https://www.condorferries.co.uk/holidays-breaks and sail from Poole to Jersey or depart from Poole or Portsmouth port to reach Guernsey.

ENDS

Notes to Editor

Deal prices soured by Condor Breaks for travel on the following dates

1 Based on two people travelling as foot passengers for travel 9-14 October 2023

2 Based on two people travelling as foot passengers for travel 6-9 October 2023

3 Based on two people travelling as foot passengers for travel 23-28 September 2023

4 Based on two people travelling as foot passengers for travel 25-29 October 2023  

5 Based on two people travelling as foot passengers for travel dates 25-29 October 2023  

Media contact

Caroline Sherwood at CLS Relations. Email caroline@clsrelations.com 

About Condor Ferries

Condor Ferries was founded in 1964 and initially operated a passenger service between France and the Channel Islands. In 1985 the first service linking the Channel Islands with the UK was launched and since then Condor Ferries has operated a year-round service connecting the UK, Guernsey and Jersey and the port of St Malo in France. Each year we carry over 1 million passengers and 200,000 passenger vehicles on our services.

Our fleet carries 100,000 freight vehicles into the Channel Islands each year as well as exporting tonnes of local produce, providing a vital supply link for all kinds of fresh and frozen produce, in fact virtually any traffic that can be driven or towed on board. We are an active member of the communities we serve, and support numerous organisations, sports and charities through sponsorship and travel.  www.condorferries.co.uk