My favourite holidays

I am often asked by clients about where is best to travel to, and what’s booking up for the coming weeks and months. The reality is of course that we all aspire to enjoy different holidays – having a stomp round city sights is relaxing for some, whereas the Maldives or Seychelles are the perfect place for R+R for others. For me going on holiday is all about creating memories that we’ll cherish forever, whether this is a family fun break or ticking off somewhere on my bucket list. Here are my favourite places I’ve been to so far…

NEW YORK The Big Apple really delivered on all my expectations, and some. I always wondered if it would be like it was in the movies and it absolutely is! The chaos of Times Square was so full of life and people seeing if their American dream would come true there. Walking down the immigration centre’s steps on Ellis Island was incredibly humbling, and I was fascinated to venture inside the Statue of Liberty. The best way to explore NYC is on foot. Never have I walked so much in such a short space of time. Looking back at Manhattan from the Brooklyn Bridge made for some fabulous photos! I’d definitely recommend checking out a sporting event whilst in the city if time allows, relaxing with a picnic in stunning Central Park and having time to reflect in some of the many museums. Make sure you have a pause at the Carnegie Deli for a pastrami on rye sandwich!

ICELAND Without question my visit to Iceland remains at the top of my list of places I’ve been fortunate enough to visit. A stay in Europe’s northernmost capital, Reykjavik, is truly unique with all manner of weather conditions, cuisines and excursions to enjoy. No trip to this fascinating country would be complete without chasing the Northern Lights during the winter months, or exploring the wild and rugged landscapes on the Golden Circle tour. Standing at the top of the spectacular Gullfoss waterfall took my breath away – quite literally as we experienced temperatures colder than ever before! Warming up with a bowl of hearty Icelandic soup was the perfect tonic. Top tip – if venturing to the Blue Lagoon’s thermal waters, definitely indulge with an in-water massage. Absolutely out of this world.

BERNESE OBERLAND I had never imagined that I would love visiting Switzerland as much as I did when I booked a simple mobile home holiday in Lauterbrunnen, a place that many say inspired the Lord of the Rings movies. With picture postcard views of waterfalls, rivers and mountains on all sides I love hauling on my walking boots, and taking one of the many trains, cable cars or gondolas to explore on foot. The walk between Mannlichen and Kleine Scheidegg remains my favourite walk I’ve ever done – and believe me, I’ve done a lot! Try out the funicular railway at Harder Kulm, over looking Interlaken and lakes Brienz and Thun. For film buffs, why not check out the revolving restaurant at the top of the Schilthorn – it was used to shoot some of the scenes in the James Bond film, On Her Majesty’s Secret Service.

I’d love to talk to you about your dream holiday itinerary – get in touch with me today and let’s make it happen!