Title: Mgoza Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Mgoza Lodge Experience warm hospitality with daily receptions and delicious meals. Find your perfect escape by lounging by the pool or playing games in our arcade. ## Photo gallery for Mgoza Lodge ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine - Mgoza Lodge (Cape Maclear)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30010000/30002000/30001982/2c01c3a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![View from property - Mgoza Lodge (Cape Maclear)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30010000/30002000/30001982/28048551.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine - Mgoza Lodge (Cape Maclear)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30010000/30002000/30001982/67854e14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Classic Bungalow, Ensuite, Lake View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, bed sheets - Mgoza Lodge (Cape Maclear)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30010000/30002000/30001982/c2add411.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Lake View | Garden view - Mgoza Lodge (Cape Maclear)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30010000/30002000/30001982/2c190066.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Mgoza Lodge offers a unique retreat with an outdoor pool, arcade/game room, and library. Enjoy the daily manager's reception on the tranquil garden or relax at the on-site restaurant offering local and international cuisine. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Business services £47 includes taxes & fees 31 Jan - 1 Feb ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 29 - Jan 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=30001982&PinnedHotelID=30001982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=30001982&PinnedHotelID=30001982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 30 - Jan 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=30001982&PinnedHotelID=30001982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=30001982&PinnedHotelID=30001982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=30001982&PinnedHotelID=30001982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=30001982&PinnedHotelID=30001982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=30001982&PinnedHotelID=30001982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=30001982&PinnedHotelID=30001982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Lake View ![Deluxe Double Room, Lake View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30010000/30002000/30001982/a67806f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Lake View ### Highlights Blackout curtains Portable fan Premium bedding Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Lake view - 322 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Family Room, Lake View ![Family Room, Lake View | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30010000/30002000/30001982/f1b792f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Lake View ### Highlights Blackout curtains 2 bedrooms Portable fan Premium bedding 2 bathrooms Separate bath and shower Deep-soaking bath In-room safe - Lake view - 323 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Comfort Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Lake View ![Comfort Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Lake View | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30010000/30002000/30001982/8e5622d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Lake View ### Highlights Kitchen Full-sized fridge/freezer Portable fan Day bed Blackout curtains Premium bedding 2 bedrooms Microwave - Lake view - 322 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Cape Maclear travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Maclear.dx6341910) [View more Lodges in Cape Maclear](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Maclear-Lodges.d6341910-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-14.02618%2C34.83867&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SXGH__4UN_VIWaHmrhDg1FqnV8Q=) Main Road, Lake Malawi National Park, Cape Maclear, Mangochi ### What's nearby - ![Panorama of a beach in Monkey Bay, Lake Malawi, Malawi, Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561073938/758581cd-cf6d-4d86-8309-09c479af5dd2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Monkey Bay Beach 50 min drive \- 22.5 miles - Museum and Aquarium 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Lake Malawi National Park 19 min drive \- 9.3 miles - Nkhudzi Bay Beach 47 min drive \- 23.9 miles ### Getting around - Monkey Bay (MYZ) 40 min drive ### Restaurants - Black Pepper 2 min walk - Cape Mac Froggie's Restaurant 4 min walk - Rose’s Local Restaurant 7 min walk - Banapaya 5 min walk - ZATHU Cape Community Kitchen & Bar 9 min walk ## About this property ### Mgoza Lodge Property highlights You can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a garden at Mgoza Lodge. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Mgoza Lodge, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. WiFi in public areas (surcharge) is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and a library. 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Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 2 per day) ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 3 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Free daily manager's reception ### Restaurants on site - Mgoza Lodge ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle rentals - Library - Outdoor pool - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - 269 square feet of conference space ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Limited room service ### More - Portable fan - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 16 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets stay for free Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 5 for adults and from USD 3 for children - Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 2.00 per day (rates may vary) - Airport shuttle fee: USD 120 per vehicle (one-way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Mgoza Lodge Hostel Cape Maclear Mgoza Cape Maclear Mgoza Lodge Lodge Mgoza Lodge Hostel Mgoza Lodge Cape Maclear Mgoza Lodge Lodge Cape Maclear ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Mgoza Lodge have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Mgoza Lodge? ### Is Mgoza Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Mgoza Lodge? ### What time is check-in at Mgoza Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Mgoza Lodge? ### Does Mgoza Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Mgoza Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Mgoza Lodge Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.8 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 15 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Charley 18 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Very attentive staff. Very nice location! ##### Charley Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 21 Apr 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely lodge with gardens on the lake. Staff are super friendly and helpful. ##### David Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanya 9 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The best place to stay on the lakeside I loved this little place, thought it was the prettiest and most charming along the beach. Having a bar and restaurant onsite was definitely a bonus. The staff are lovely and I would really recommend doing the sunset boat trip with snorkeling and eagle feeding. Overall excellent value, so much so that we thought we were undercharged for all our food and drink! ##### Tanya Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Hayley 9 Jan 2025 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort #### New years stay A really lovely lodge in the best location in Cape Mclear, it had the most amazing chef and restaurant and lovely gardens. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. It’s also felt very safe. The room was a little tired and bathroom needed to be a little cleaner, however this is a country that has very limited resources so it was always going to be different to a western and more developed experience. It’s definitely the place to stay in this beautiful corner of Malawi! ##### Hayley Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Antonio 2 May 2024 Liked: Staff & service Very friendly staff and people, unfortunately due to the rise of the lake water there was no beach. There were ants on the premises, and one of the days I woke up with ants on my bed. I used a floss stick that I threw in the garbage bin in the toilets, the next day it was in the garden in front of my lodge door. Not very nice. ##### Antonio Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcus 23 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stay Loved this place! ##### Marcus Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liz 12 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Fantastic experience and really great value for money - thanks so much Mgoza Lodge ##### Liz Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lameck 20 Nov 2022 Liked: Staff & service Faculties were minimalistic and on for a short stay. Staff were friendly . ##### Lameck Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 2 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Very relaxed place with a beautiful view on lake Malawi. Alan and his staff are great hosts that make you feel at home. They have been very helpful during my stay. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### PURUSHOTTAM 27 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Calm place Nice place. Very attentive staff. Good food. Nice scenery. ##### PURUSHOTTAM Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalie 30 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely place - stayed in a thatched hut overlooking the lake. Breeze from the lake meant the room was a good temperature but there was also a fan. Nice seating area in garden with small pool. WiFi available around restaurant. Really tasty well priced food in the restaurant. Great value for the price. ##### Natalie ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ursula 2 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The place is set in a great location. They gave me an upgrade which was very much appreciated. They also helped me coordinate tours. Food was delicious! Only downside was that it was a bit noisy. ##### Ursula Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian 30 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It's a nice option if you want to stay in the area. Great waterfront location. Friendly staff. Well maintained and looked after. No wifi. Don't expect luxury, and bring a mosquito repellent.. Enjoy the nature and the scenery ##### Christian Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vincent 2 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very much like the picture. In our case we were upgraded without asking. Simple accomodation but great food and staff.don't judge from the street view ##### Vincent Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Casie 25 Jul 2022 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Mgoza Mgoza has the most beautiful setting with the trees and outdoor relaxation area next to the lake. Sadly my pillows had an odd smell like cat pee but the staff were amazing to change them right away. The staff helped me to organise day/boat trips which was helpful. I tried but did not get the chance to enjoy a hot shower during my stay as only cold water was available. Jeremiah at the front desk is kind and patient. Thank you for answering my questions. The main road is right behind the rooms so the loud music and people walking past is extremely loud. I can see why other reviews mention it. The food was was available and had a menu in which you could choose from. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/E1F4A20FED27E7176C379F58C02CE4BEC1867A151658728762558.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/CFE9A4FDA0BD8E71015984C68F60789AA7A61C9B1658728756032.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/47C0697CB7DD3175D92739CF2B369EC6181F17851658728719359.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5391C0C210B8118E0DF2E30854A0FA0D12D6435A1658728798076.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Casie Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Reed 14 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities As advertised ##### Reed Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ralf 17 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Sehr einfach eingerichtet. Shampoo nicht vorhanden. Gerichte oft nicht verfügbar aber ansonsten gut. Einfach etwas um im typischen afrikanischen Leben einzutauchen. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. ##### Ralf Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Rosalind 22 Oct 2024 . ##### Rosalind Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 23 Nov 2021 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort #### Good time by the lake Pleasant stay at Lake Malawi. Outside area perfect to relax in hot conditions. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4D4E1A0BD9792F896ED9D16733230EE7A3A0177D1637667889127.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 28 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice cottage by the lake Allan was great host. He gave us a better room free of charge. Sometimes problems with electricity, water and wifi, but it is normal in that area. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 9 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Zeer mooie en ontspannen plek, goed onderhouden. Schoon zwembad met uitzicht op het meer. Fijne kamers met alles wat je nodig hebt (o.a. grote bedden, warme douche, ventilator etc). Kamer kon echter niet op slot. Wat betreft communicatie van medewerkers valt nog winst te behalen (o.a. onduidelijkheid over beschikbaarheid keuken, onvriendelijke bejegening bij uitchecken). ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 11 Sept 2019 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Mgoza lodge is right on the beach, and it has a very nice garden, restaurant and pool. At the same time it is right in the middle of a village; the village life going on around the lodge and on the beach in front of it. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Scott-Ryan 16 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Cape Maclear is a working fishing community on the shores of Lake Malawi that is gaining in tourist traffic. There are a number of small, family run lodges directly on that shore and Mgoza Lodge is one of the good ones as far as I can tell. Rooms are comfortable and spacious and clean, the food is good and the service is attentive and friendly. Electricity and wifi goes in and out, but you are in rural Africa. Alan, the owner, is quite present and does his best to make sure his guests are looked after. All in all, nothing over the top fancy but a friendly, happy place to spend a few days / nights. (Tip: look for Captain Flamingo on the beach to arrange a boat ride to one of the islands and an empty beach with clean, clear, cold water to swim in) ##### Scott-Ryan Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claude E 29 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 🇲🇼 Our highlite in Malawi 🇲🇼 ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a08931a5-8b00-4ec9-aaff-bf67c58e25e9-1753799625451.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2cbf7437-881f-4700-a7ad-be9b56e955fa-1753799625905.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Claude E Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 4 Mar 2025 Liked: Staff & service ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels near Lincolnshire Wildlife Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lincolnshire-Wildlife-Park-Hotels.0-l553248634329486609-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Spa Hotels in Angel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Angel-London-Hotels-Spa-Hotels.0-n6236813-0-tSpaHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Goodwood Motor Circuit](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Goodwood-Motor-Circuit-Hotels.0-l6260180-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Letchworth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Letchworth-Hotels.d4675.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Casino Hotels in Playa del Carmen](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-Casino-Hotel.0-0-d601751-tCasinoHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Early Check-in in Wembley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wembley-Hotels-Hotel-With-Early-Check-In.0-0-d4253-thotelwithearlycheckin.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Drumlanrig Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Drumlanrig-Castle-Hotels.0-l6092787-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [B&B Dartmouth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dartmouth-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d4621-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [relaischateaux Hotels in Norfolk](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norfolk-Hotels-Relais-Chateaux.0-0-d183069--bRelaisChateaux.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Chantilly (IAD) to El Prat de Llobregat (BCN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/iad/bcn/washington-to-barcelona) > > [Flights from College Park (ATL) to Augusta (AGS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/atl/ags/atlanta-to-augusta) ### Cars > [Car hire in Edmonton International Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Edmonton-International-Airport.d6337367.Car-Hire-Guide) > > [van Car Hire in Ballymoney](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Van-Car-Rentals-In-Ballymoney.d6126735-tVan.Car-Rental-Guide-Class) ### Packages > [Tronchetto Waterbus Stop](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tronchetto-Waterbus-Stop-Venice.d6225033.Attraction) > > [Salford Museum and Art Gallery](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salford-Museum-And-Art-Gallery-Salford.d501650.Attraction) > > [High Level Bridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/High-Level-Bridge-Newcastle-upon-Tyne.d553248635919602817.Attraction) > > [Nuku Hiva Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nuku-Hiva.d6142802.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### Holiday Rentals > [St Ives Holiday Rentals](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Ives-Holiday-Rentals.d182650.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals) ### General > [Visit Wester Ross](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wester-Ross.dx553248629396311395) > > [Visit Blidö](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blido.dx553248635922900671) > > [Visit St. Saviour](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Saviour.dx6047609) > > [Visit St Dogmaels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Dogmaels.dx3000383069) ---