Mike Bridges
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Rossendale
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Hi,
I am Mike Bridges - I have worked in travel for 36 years with the last 16 as a Travel Counsellor. In that time I have seen a radical change in how travel is sourced, so much so that I am now more of a tour operator than a travel agent, putting together bespoke packages to long haul destinations such as Australia, South Africa, U.S.A., the far east as well as all over Europe and the middle East. I also arrange corporate travel for my business clients.
I have personally travelled extensively to most of these destinations over the years both as a consumer on family holidays and also as a delegate on educational/travel agency visits. Some of the places I have visited include:
I have particular expertise in the Australian travel market, having just been awarded the status of Premier Aussie Specialist by Tourism Australia.
If you are seeking a personalised service from an experienced independent agent/operator then be sure to contact me for:
That overseas wedding, your own or as a guest
That special weekend treat
Where to take some foreign visitors for a typical English experience
That exciting first trip abroad
The holiday of a lifetime
That special cruise to mark your birthday, anniversary, retirement
The annual family summer holiday - compare and contrast places, hotels and prices -
The winter sports holiday
The long haul trip
The holiday ‘where you are looked after’ by a resident tour guide
Arranging that conference abroad
PA’s booking hotels, airlines, meetings for your boss
Visiting that trade exhibition in Europe
These are just a few of the services I can offer you but in short your travel needs become my personalised concern - let me take the hassle away from your time consuming surfing on the net, that thumbing through brochures - leave it to someone who knows - ring for a discussion and together we will create your holiday experience.
I look forward to hearing from you soon…
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The Golden Triangle
On the 21st May 2019 my wife Kath and I were picked up at home at 1230 pm to start what was a really enjoyable 7 day tour of India's Golden Triangle arranged by tour operator Travelphere whom I must admit were excellent throughout. After arriving at London Heathrow we boarded our Virgin Atlantic Flight to Delhi, we chose to pay a little extra for the Premium Economy which was well worth it. On ou
20 Jun 2019 5 min read
The Seychelles
On the 1st December 2016, myself and five other lucky Travel Counsellors enjoyed a marvellous six-day visit to the beautiful Indian Ocean destination that is the Seychelles; an archipelago made up of 115 islands located just south of the Equator. The main island is Mahe, where the international airport is situated. After arriving on our Etihad flight (via Abu Dhabi) we were whisked off to the S
22 Sept 2017 5 min read
The Joys of Jersey
8th May I worked in the morning. At 1pm our friends John and Liz picked up myself and my wife Kath and off we headed to Liverpool’s John Lennon Airport for our flight to Jersey .for our four night break at the Talana Hotel situated just outside St Helier parish. It is a long time since I've flown from Liverpool and I must say if the same airport experience could be guaranteed I would use Li
30 Jun 2017 5 min read
Fergus Style Cala Blanca Suites Hotel Santa Ponsa Majorca
In May 2016 my wife and I were lucky enough to spend a week here with my daughter and her family. We had a wonderful time. This is the second time my daughter and her family have been, they love the place and so do I. It’s a perfect family holiday destination, the flights are only two and a half hours and Jet 2 have a good choice of flight times. They offer self-catering, half-board and all-in
27 Apr 2017 5 min read
South Africa
I have just returned from a trip to South Africa. It was my first visit and I would like to share a few of my experiences with you of this diverse country. The first pleasant experience was the really nice service given by the Virgin staff on my flight from Manchester to London Heathrow. The second pleasant experience was the Virgin Clubhouse at Heathrow with marvellous facilities and great fo
16 Mar 2017 5 min read
Iceland
This time last year I was looking forward to a trip to Iceland along with my wife and other Travel Counsellor colleagues and their families. We went in March and what an experience, we weren’t fortunate enough to see the Northern Lights (never guaranteed), but this did not detract from the fabulous time we had. What an amazing country steeped in folklore and amazing Natural wonders. We flew
19 Jan 2017 5 min read
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Let's plan your dream trip together
Tailor-made for you
Your holiday isn’t just a trip away. It’s a longed-for escape, time to reconnect with loved ones, or a dream adventure you never thought possible. That’s why I take the time to truly get to know you and understand your hopes and expectations, then use my experience, connections and passion for the destination to create a trip that makes those dreams a reality.
Personalised service. Always
When you plan a holiday with me, you’ll be given my personal mobile number from the very first call. I’ll listen to your thoughts and ideas like I would a friend and arrange accommodation, activities, and flights that are all personalised to you. And I’ll share my personal tips and recommendations, so you can experience the true beauty of each destination.
Stress-free travel, and more time for what matters most
I believe your time away should be stress-free, easy, and seamless from start to finish. So, I take care of all the details for you - from ATOL protection, insurance, and flexible payments to access to the myTC app, which keeps everything in one place.
Support when it matters most
If the unexpected happens, you can rest easy, knowing that I’ll handle any last-minute changes, flight cancellations, or disruptions before you even pick up the phone. So you always feel happy, carefree, and ready to make the most of every moment.
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