Holiday Collection

Reids Palace Hotel, Madeira advertisement, 1928
Advertisement for Reids Palace Hotel, Madeira boasting happy sunny days, no rain and unequalled sea bathing besides many other comforts and advantages. 1928

Anchor Line Poster for ship travel between Gibraltar, Egypt and India with an elephant

Zermatt, c. 1900 (colour litho)
746513 Zermatt, c.1900 (colour litho) by Reckziegel, Anton (1865-1932); 108x71 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Swiss, out of copyright

Skegness is SO Bracing by John Hassall
Skegness is SO Bracing - the famous poster featuring the jolly fisherman designed for the East Coast seaside town by artist John Hassall. Date: 1908

Torquay town centre, Torbay, Devon, England

Boardwalk and Hotel Nassau, Long Beach, New York, USA
Boardwalk and Hotel Nassau on a busy day, Long Beach, New York, USA. Date: circa 1915

Terrasse a Sainte-Adresse, 1866-1867. Artist: Monet, Claude (1840-1926)
Terrasse a Sainte-Adresse, 1866-1867. Found in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Family on holiday in Cornwall
A mother and her children on holiday in a seaside town in Cornwall. Photograph by Heinz Zinram Date: 1952

The Sketch travel number front cover 1956
Front cover of The Sketch magazines travel number featuring a dapper couple, her in a roomy red coat and head scarf, he in tweed suit and flat cap, about to board a plane to, no doubt

Barry Island poster
Daily steamship service to Barry Island, Wales

Greyhound Racing at White City
An advertisement for greyhound racing at White City stadium with a painting by Gilbert Holiday. The caption reads: " The trap snaps open...the 30

Sidmouth, south Devon, England, UK

The Esplanade, Lawns & Head, Bray, County Wicklow, Republic of Ireland. circa 1960s

Felpham Beach, near Bognor Regis, West Sussex. Date: early 20th century

Seaton, Devon, poster advertising Southern Railway (colour litho)
STC398728 Seaton, Devon, poster advertising Southern Railway (colour litho) by Shoesmith, Kenneth (1890-1939); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

Poster advertising Aquila Airways, with flights to Madeira

Poster for Valencia, Garden of Spain
Poster advertising Valencia, the Garden of Spain

Syria and Lebanon holiday poster
La Syrie et Le Liban. Travel poster from French company PLM advertising Syria and Lebanon as holiday destinations. A charabanc makes its way up a winding mountain road

England / Margate
The busy beach, promenade and clock tower at Margate, Kent, England

Cottage of Alfred Wallis, St Ives, Cornwall
View of the cottage of Alfred Wallis (1855-1942), primitive artist, mariner, fisherman and marine stores dealer, at Back Road West, not far from Porthmeor Beach and the Tate Gallery

Poster advertising Holland America Line
Poster advertising the Holland America Line from Rotterdam, calling at Le Havre, Southampton, Cobh in Ireland, New York and Canadian ports

Hammock hanging on famous White Bay, Jost Van Dyke, British Virgin Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Bar built in cliff caves, Cova d en Xoroi in evening, Cala en Porter, Menorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, Mediterranean, Europe

England, Northumberland, Druridge Bay. A dramatic expanse of sand dunes fringing the picturesque beach at Druridge Bay, viwed shortly after sunrise

Croyde beach, Croyde, North Devon, England

Butlins - Skegness
Butlinland Skegness - Night Scene

Guernsey & Jersey via Weymouth poster, about 1891
In 1889 the GWR began operating a steamship service to the Channel Islands. This poster shows the GWRs TSS Ibex, leaving harbour at Guernsey on its route across the Channel

Australia-Britain-Atkinson-Mr Bean
British comedian and actor Rowan Atkinson dressed as his alter ego, Mr Bean, strikes a pose on Sydneys Bondi Beach, 07 March 2007. Atkinson is in Australia to promote his new movie, Mr Beans Holiday

View over beach, Cala en Porter, south east Coast, Menorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, Mediteranean, Europe

Prestatyn Holiday Camp, for a real seaside holiday
Cover illustration for Prestatyn Holiday Camp, for a real seaside holiday, showing a couple in swimwear, holding hands and gazing at one another

Poster advertising the White Star Line, Europe to America
Poster advertising voyages on the White Star Line from Europe to America

Dante Alighieri, Italian poet, sees his beloved Beatrice
Dante Alighieri, Italian poet, best known for his long narrative poem, the Divine Comedy, sees his beloved Beatrice Portinari on the Lung Arno, Florence

Hayling Island, poster advertising Southern Railway, 1923 (colour litho)
CH466627 Hayling Island, poster advertising Southern Railway, 1923 (colour litho) by MacDonald Mackintosh, Margaret (1865-1933); 99x64 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

Poster advertising Antibes
Poster for PLM advertising Antibes in the South of France

Le Touquet Paris-Plage
Tourism poster from French railway Chemin de Fer du Nord for Le Touquet on the coast of north-western France, the beach of Paris

Advert for Leica cameras 1934
Take a Leica it ll be worth it. The marvellous pictures you get with your Leica camera will be worth its price many, many times over

Tiger-Nest, Taktshang Goempa monastery hanging in the cliffs, Bhutan

Poster advertising Knysna, South Africa
Poster advertising Knysna, a town in the Western Cape Province of South Africa. A relaxed couple stroll along with golf and fishing tackle

Poster advertising Chateau d Azay le Rideau
Poster for French railways, advertising the Chateau of Azay le Rideau

Holiday Poster for Wengen in Switzerland showing a couple skiing

Juan les Pins travel poster
Poster advertising the fashionable resort of Juan les Pins on the Cote d Azur in the Alpes Maritime region of South East France

Poster advertising Bibby Line cruises
Poster advertising Bibby Line short sea cruises, showing some glamorous people strolling around the deck in their evening dress

England, Northumberland, Bamburgh Castle. Bamburgh Castle and dunes near Bamburgh village

Caravans in Martello Camp, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
The Martello Caravan Camp at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. This photograph was taken from the top of the Martello Tower, which gave the camp its name

Hogarth, Four Times of the Day, Night
Hogarth, Four Times of the Day, 4. Night. In a narrow street leading to Charing Cross, with an equestrian statue of Charles I at the far end

Sennen Cove, Cornwall, England, UK

Boats on the beach, Beer, Devon, England, UK

Manly Beach, Manly, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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"Escape to Paradise: Unveiling the Allure Destinations" Step back in time to 1928, where Reids Palace Hotel in Madeira beckons with its luxurious charm. This vintage advertisement captures the essence of a bygone era, inviting you to indulge in opulence and tranquility. "Skegness is SO Bracing. " exclaims John Hassall's iconic poster, showcasing the invigorating allure of this coastal town. Feel the refreshing sea breeze on your face as you explore its vibrant promenade and embrace the joyous atmosphere. Barry Island's poster transports us to a lively seaside retreat, promising endless fun and laughter for all ages. Immerse yourself in thrilling rides, golden sands, and an abundance of entertainment that will leave you with cherished memories. Sidmouth enchants with its picturesque beauty along south Devon's coastline. Lose yourself amidst stunning vistas and charming streets lined with quaint shops and cafes. Let nature's serenity wash over you as waves gently caress the shore. The Esplanade at Bray invites you into County Wicklow's idyllic haven. Stroll along lush lawns while admiring breathtaking views that captivate both heart and soul. Discover peace within this enchanting coastal escape. Hammocks sway lazily on famous White Bay in Jost Van Dyke, British Virgin Islands – an oasis of relaxation nestled within West Indies' tropical paradise. Allow your worries to melt away as turquoise waters lullaby your senses. Cala en Porter unveils Menorca's hidden gem on its southeast coast – a tranquil beach framed by azure Mediterranean waters. Bask under the warm sun or venture into crystal-clear depths for unforgettable underwater adventures. Valencia entices visitors with promises of being Spain's Garden of Eden through captivating posters that showcase vibrant landscapes adorned with blooming flowers and bountiful orchards – a true feast for all senses.