How much do you spend on gifts for your loved ones only to find that special toy cast aside by the New Year or that Christmas jumper stuffed in the back of the wardrobe!  Why not put your hard earned pennies towards a family gift that will last a lifetime instead and book an adventure holiday they will never forget.  

We've added some exciting new family holidays to our collection from Volcanoes, Gelato and Pizza on the Almafi Coast of Italy to a Bollywood and Beaches extravaganza in India. So whether you are looking for a last minute Winter Wonderland adventure to Sweden for February half term, or getting some sun on a spectacular wildlife and activity holiday in Costa Rica during the Easter break we have made it easier for you with our Family holiday planner.  

If you're used to riding out with your local club or friends, why not head out to warmer climes and organise one of our Biking holidays as a private group departure on dates to suit you.  We can even arrange extra rest days, additional climbs and descents or more cake stops to suit your riders.

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The Nepal spring trekking season will soon be upon us and bookings will go through the roof come January. Flights are currently available from £650 on many departures so get ahead of the game and start planning now. With spectacular mountains and welcoming people the vibrant Himalayan kingdom of Nepal never fails to deliver.  For first timers you cannot beat the thrill of your first glimpse of Everest. We've ten different ways to achieve this goal from the Classic Everest Basecamp Trek to trekking Everest the Hard Way. For seasoned travellers a different and refreshing aspect of Nepali culture, quite unlike other parts of the country, is our NEW Rara Lake - Classic Trekking in Western Nepal.

The winning photo from the final entries of our Calendar Competition was John Thornton for his stunning panoramic shot of Everest and Lhotse taken from Mera Peak. Congratulations John £25 of Cotswold Outdoor vouchers are on there way to you.  We are now picking the very best photos from all entries received to join the final selection of images that will feature in our Worldwide Calendar.   

The winner of an IPAD MINI, for the very best entry will be announced in our January enews and on facebook. Available in the New Year our Worldwide Calendar will be  a great addition to any desk, and may even inspire your next KE Adventure!  If your photo is in our calendar we will send you a free copy and at just £10 you can one for your friends or family.

>> Email us to order your copy now 

Enter our Christmas prize draw for a chance to win one of Deuter's new Guide 45+ back-packs worth £145!   The latest addition to their Guide range this pack is ideal for multi-day Ski Touring holidays and winter climbs such as our Winter Ascent of Toubkal in Morocco. Diagonal, central and A-frame ski mounting, fantastic load control and two ice-axe attachments are just some of the highlights of this fantastic prize... the perfect gift for Christmas! 

To enter send the name and address of a friend who would like to receive the new 2014 KE brochure. Please also include your own name and address in case you are our lucky winner! Last month's winner of a pair of Rando 266 Snowshoes donated by Allcord is Alan Mainwaring, Congratulations!