Or call us on: 0845 130 7701or 024 7642 2024quoting your membership number109also common in low season to close downwashblocks, leaving only a few cubiclesopen (often unisex).Easter, Whitsun, Ascension and other majorpublic holidays often fall within otherwise lowseason dates so, in some areas, these shortholidays count as extra high-season periodsand sites may be very lively at these times.High seasonYou can generally tell from a site's pitchprices the period(s) that it considers its highseason to fall within. French high season canbe from about the middle of July to about20 August. In other countries it's usuallyfrom early July to mid-August. Sites andresorts are then usually fully booked and attheir busiest, both in numbers of people andthe level of activity and festivity. Expect thepossibility of lively celebrations - both onsite and locally - on national or localholidays at all times of the year.Low season tariffsMany sites have further low season tariffsthat we can't fit into our price panels. Pleasecheck on-line or ask for a quote - you willalways be charged the right tariff. Site facilities for disabled peopleWe have much more information on this -ranging from sanitation details to access tothe bar - than is displayed in the brochure,so please do ask us if you need more adviceon a particular site's facilities. Ask to speak tosomeone who has visited the site to ensureit meets your requirements.Arrival and departure timesYour pitch is reserved from 1500hrs on yourday of arrival to 1200hrs on your day ofdeparture. If you arrive early your pitch maynot be available. Many site receptions areclosed from 1200-1400hrs and longer still inlow season. In some countries, such asSpain, Italy and Germany, lunch breaks canbe longer - reception may not reopen until1500hrs or 1600hrs.If you arrive near reception closing time thismay limit the time staff can give towelcoming you and also reduce the choiceof pitches it may be possible to offer you.Planning yourjourneyFerry crossings and their scheduleddeparture and arrival times can be subject tochange due to operational factors, weatherconditions, tides etc. If Carefree are informedof a ferry schedule change that means yourscheduled sailing departs up to 30 minutesafter your original schedule time, we will notadvise you of the change as it will not affectyour travel plans. However, if ascheduled departuretime is broughtforward, or if it is morethan 30 minutes afteryour original scheduletime, then we willIf you take your dog with you ona rally bear in mind that it mayrestrict your ability to join incertain activities such asorganised coach excursions aspets are not allowed on coaches,nor are they allowed to be leftalone in your unit.When booking a rally please ensure that yourequest a rally pitch and quote the rallyreference, not the site reference. This willavoid disappointment, as the campsite willnot have allocated you onto a pitch in therally area.For further information visit our website at:campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk/travelabroad/ralliesendeavour to contactyou. (Please thereforeensure that yourcontact details are upto date and inform usof any changes.) Asper the terms andconditions of your booking, we alsoadvise you to check your ferry arrangementswith the ferry operator 24 hours beforedeparture.Time zonesAll non UK campsites in this brochure are anhour ahead of the UK all year; except thosein the Republic of Ireland, which are in thesame time zone as the UK, Greece andTurkey are two hours ahead and Iceland isone hour behind.Route planningAuthorities recommend that drivers shouldnot aim to travel more than 250-300 miles ina day especially when towing and take a 15-minute break every two hours for safetyreasons.To help with your planning see our mileagechart on pages 114-115 of this brochure.Maps and atlases can be obtained atdiscount prices from Michelin (call us or go online).GPS should be used in consultation with amap and the site directions provided in yourtravel pack, as routes selected are notnecessarily the best for towing caravans ordriving larger motorhomes and have beenfound to sometimes lead members alongunsuitable routes, eg. green lanes. Do notrely on post codes, especially in France,where they do not refer to small groups ofpremises as they do in the UK, and could bemore than ten miles away from the campsite.These directions have been written for yourconvenience and safety, in consultation withthe local site owners and have been triedand tested by members of Carefree's sitesteam on their annual site visits. Nevertheless,please bear in mind that road layouts androad numbering may change.All major roads, especially in France, areexceptionally busy during the last weekendin July as the peak holiday season begins.Delays should therefore be expected. In thepast, similar weekends have seen a higherthan usual incidence of road accidents. Carefree ralliesCarefree organises a variety of rallies foundinside this brochure run by Club HolidayRally Stewards. Stewards are hard-working,volunteer members giving their time freelyon behalf of The Club and its members.They are there to help members have agood holiday and to co-ordinatevaried social events dependent onfacilities available on site andlocally. Rallies are perfect for firsttimers abroad as help and adviceis always on hand and stewardscan help with emergencies. 1Site facilities, eg swimming pools, bars, entertainment etc, mayoperate fully only in high season.They may be closed in low season.2There is no 6m rule on continentalsites in this brochure. 3In high season many sites are not quiet until midnight (or after).4In low season sites usually onlyopen a minimum of sanitationfacilities, which are often unisex.5Expect queues at washblocks inhigh season.6Sites with activity programmesusually have one musical eveningor more per week (eg karaoke,discos) in high season.7Your pitch is booked from 1500hrson your day of arrival. 8You should vacate your pitch in the morning on your day ofdeparture, usually by mid-day.9It is generally not possible to leavea site before 0700hrs - please speak to the site reception to make alternative arrangements.10Any on-site problems you can'tsolve with site reception, thencontact Carefree during officehours. A priority telephone numberis included in your holiday pack,should you need help in resolving urgent difficulties.1102 3T4H5I6N7G89S to know before you goplanningyourholiday/

For availability, information and bookings visit: www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.ukTravel adviceThe Travel Advice Unit of the Foreign andCommonwealth Office may issue adviceabout your destination. Checking any suchadvice before you travel is very highlyadvised:Web fco.gov.ukTelephone0845 850 2829 Passports and visasBritish citizens need a valid UK passport forall destinations in this brochure, except theRepublic of Ireland (where they nonethelessrequire some form of photographic identity)and the Channel Islands.Children and babies need their ownpassport. At the time of publication, visas arenot needed for UK citizens visiting anyEuropean destinations in this brochure. Other nationalities should check theirpassport and visa requirements with theappropriate embassies or consulates in theircountry of residence well before they travel.The UK Passport Service recommends thatpassport applications should be made atleast six weeks before they are needed.More information and application details canbe found on the UK passport agencieswebsite or through most Post Offices.Web ukpa.gov.ukDriving licencesYou must have a driving licence valid for allcountries in which you drive.The old-style green UK licence is valid insome countries only if backed up by anInternational Driving Permit. This is availablefrom the AA or RAC for a small fee and apassport-style photograph. In some cases, you may also need to take atranslation of your licence in the language ofany country you visit. We suggest exchangeof such licences for the new style photocardlicence, which must also be accompanied bythe paper copy of the licence in order to be valid.Both the old-style pink European Unionissue UK licence and the new UK photocardlicence are valid for all destinations in this brochure.HealthconsiderationsHealth requirementsThe Department of Health may makespecific health recommendations for visitorsto the areas covered in this brochure. Weadvise checking with your doctor beforedeparture or consulting the Department ofHealth's booklet Health Advice for Travellersand/or its website. Check well in advance,just in case inoculations or otherprecautions are recommended. Bear in mindthat medical costs may run into thousands ifyou fall ill or have an accident abroad.Travellers are strongly advised to take outprivate health insurance.Web dh.gov.ukEuropean Health The EHIC entitles the holder to certainmedical benefits in many Europeancountries. It is not a substitute for yourholiday insurance policy, since it will notcover you for major medical costs such asrepatriation back to the UK. Preparing foryour holidayThis handy card confirms that the holder, asa member of The Camping and CaravanningClub, is insured against third party claimsarising from any accident at any campsite inthe world. It is especially useful for leaving atcampsite reception as a security alternativeto your passport because it includes certainpassport details. The CCI is freeif you take both our personaland our vehicle travel insurance; otherwise itcosts £5.50. All members on Carefree ralliesmust be in possession of a CCI. Some sitesrequire this to be kept either at reception orby the Rally Stewards themselves. For moreinformation go to our website at:www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.ukCamping Card International (CCI)www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk/110All you need to knowYou can submit an application for yourspouse or partner and for children up to theage of 16 at the same time as your ownapplication. With the date of birth andNational Insurance numbers of all applicantsto hand, you can apply as follows:Phone 0845 606 2030 for free deliveryof your card.Web ehic.org.uk Post Application forms are availablefrom the Post Office. An optionalchecking service is offered for asmall fee.Take a photocopy of your EHIC, or a recordof the number. Further information is in yourtravel pack.FinancePayments and foreign currencyApart from the Czech Republic, Morocco,Switzerland, Turkey and Iceland the Euro isthe official currency of all european